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SHAMUS Liptrot addresses the crowd in Balaklava at the Australia Day celebrations, with his father Malcolm and mother Patricia by his side. Wakefield Regional Council CEO, Phil Barry, holds the microphone.
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n Dulcie Williams was there to accept an award ... but only after she helped serve breakfast to the crowd – reports and more Australia Day pictures, Pages 11, 12 & 13.
RECOVERING Halbury cyclist Shamus Liptrot all but stole the show at Balaklava’s Australia Day awards on Monday. The crowd of about 170 onlookers was moved to a stunned but appreciative silence as slowly this incredibly gutsy young man climbed from his wheelchair to stand at the lectern. It was one small step for Shamus – and one giant leap in his determined
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Help for volunteers – now for that new boat ramp!
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CORES of local organisations will benefit from the latest round of funding in the Federal government’s Volunteer Grants program. You will read of the recipients elsewhere in The Plains Producer, but to cut to the chase, 41 organisations will share $143,00 in the Wakefield electorate. That might not seem much when divided so many ways, although you can bet the volunteers would be exceptionally grateful for whatever boosts bank balances. The announcement in our paper is timely, coming off the back of the Australia Day weekend, where gatherings across the nation honour so many people who just do so much for their communities. And isn’t it amazing how almost each and every one of them cringe from any public acknowledgement. They all claim to be “just happy to help out in their own little way.” It must be exceptionally humbling to receive any sort of award
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EDITOR Editor@plainsproducer.com.au or honour from your community. Congratulations to all our deserving recipients. I was fairly chuffed with my Best Team Man award, Noarlunga senior colts, 1967, but as “gongs” go, it seems to be losing a just a smidgeon of its lustre. Though it is still safely atop mum’s wardrobe. But enough melancholy ramblings, for I am here to award another special “gong” of my own. However, I am not sure it will be
received too well. My gong for one of the most puzzling decisions in a long time goes to the councillors of Mallala who last week again voted to delay the boat ramp development at Middle Beach. These councillors (admittedly, not all) seem go out of their way to make decisions which baffle we punters who generally just want to see some good, old fashioned common sense. For those not in the know or have missed our reports, the deal (in a nutshell) is funding is becoming available through various sources to create a modern, safe boat ramp at Middle Beach. This will allow boaties to safely launch and retrieve craft in all conditions. Later, more funding will be sought to dredge the channel. But there’s a deadline to all of this, as part of the funding will come from the Federal government’s economic stimulus package announced last year. In reality, there’s only days remaining
before submissions must go to the government. The whole shooting match could cost well over $1 million. Imagine what such a facility will do for the region. Along this part of the coast there is not much to offer families who enjoy a day out on the gulf. There’s St Kilda boat ramp, then it’s on to Port Wakefield. That’s about it as far as quality launch and retrieval ramps go. Not many options when you are caught out at sea when the wind and waves start to rise. So a boat ramp to which a boat could run for cover is most necessary. Negatives Neds might say they should not have been out there anyway – or simply “find a mangrove and lassoo it.” Yes. But no fun in a howling sou-wester ... and it is this prevailing wind and the gusty afternoon “sea breezes” which can often get small boats into bother. A bolt-hole at Middle Beach
makes sense for boating safety. It also will help the small township of Middle Beach grow. Blind Freddie could see more boaties will launch from that ramp if it is improved and the channel dredged. People will come from everywhere – Gawler, the Barossa and outlying northern metropolitan suburbs, plus towns like Two Wells, Mallala, Lewiston and Balaklava. Join me in urging Mallala councillors to rush a “yes” vote through council when it meets, hopefully in a specially convened meeting within the next few days. Otherwise the proposal won’t be discussed until the normal council meeting on February 16. Which could sink the hopes of so many people who have been working for an improved ramp for so many years. That would be just catastrophic. n Have your say on Middle Beach boat ramp. See our new “Hot Topics” on Page 5.
Shamus steals the show at Australia day awards
SET for the three-legged race (from left) Tom Williams with Rachael Lange and Sue and Kate Lange. (Sue and Kate won the race).
Middle Beach basks in Aussie fun It has to be said that to experience a true Aussie moment then do what the locals have discovered… go to Middle Beach on Australia Day. Middle Beach on Australia Day transforms into a kaleidoscope of colour with a sea of flags, umbrellas, face paint, marquees and decorated people. Again this small community welcomed all into their backyard for Australia Day 2009. Beach games were co-ordinated with the competition fierce – judges
found the going tough. Volleyball, the sand castle competition and the finale… the tug of war in the creek had all gathered around feeling exceedingly patriotic. The evening tide swept in encouraging many to take a dip and so ended the last day of the school holidays. The day had it all, plenty of action, a few ales, mountains of food, sun kissed children and lots of laughter.– ALISON GOSS. • More pictures, Pages 11-13.
• From Page 1 Shamus, injured in a cycling accident in Tasmania one year and one month ago, almost to the day, made a passionate “thankyou” speech to the enthralled crowd attending the presentation of awards and breakfast in Balaklava’s Triangle. Shamus, assisted by his mother, Patricia and father, Malcolm, haltingly read the speech he had written and prepared himself. The crowd looked on as this family of fighters lifted Shamus from the wheelchair, choosing to stand rather than accept the easy way out – to stay seated to speak. It was a move which lifted more than Shamus. The spirit of the crowd rose with him, willing him to begin an oration which eventually would bring tears to the eyes of many looking on. There’s no denying it was difficult for the crowd to understand every word. But that didn’t matter – and his heart-felt words are published today in The Plains Producer for
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The Shamus ‘thankyou’ to community Good morning everyone and happy Australia Day. Thank you all for coming and I hope you’re all having a good time. Well, a lot of you already know my story, but for those who don’t I’ll fill you in. My name is Shamus. I am a student at Balaklava High School and a dead keen cyclist. You could often find me tearing through the Clare Valley on my training rides. When I was competing in Tasmania on my bike I had an unfortunate accident. I broke my leg, jaw, fractured my skull and punctured my lung. all to see. Later, father Malcolm explained the idea of addressing the Australia Day gathering was entirely put forward by Shamus. “We didn’t urge him to do this. It was his idea and his alone and he wrote the speech unassisted,” he said. Malcolm, who followed Shamus with his own emotional speech, paid tribute to the local community who rallied to support Shamus and the Liptrot family. While thanking eve-
Now I am on the long, slow road to recovery. I have been away in hospital for nearly a year and the support from the community has been amazing. Graham Lawrie and Jenny Long have been fundraising for me and that’s much appreciated. The support of the community has been overwhelming. I am going forward but recognise and need the help of people around me. There are too many people to thank individually, so I just thank everybody. Thank you.
ryone, Malcolm singled out neighbours Graham and Judith Lawrie “who took over the reins and looked after the place and the animals.” “We can never repay that help, except to say we will be ever thankful,” said Malcolm, as he fought back tears. Balaklava’s Jenny Long, who organised fund raising and Balaklava’s schools also gained special tribute. Malcolm told the crowd: “Shamus wants to get back on his bike
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I write to remind readers the former naval gun situated as the entrance to the Proof and Experimental Establishment was never owned by the Proof Range. Its rightful owner was the Naval Heritage Trust located in Sydney Harbour and when the uplift occurred to return it to its rightful owners, the local population of Port Wakefield barely raised a whimper. In its history standing guard at the entrance of the proof range, all maintenance and the repainting when it was spray painted by
graffiti artists was carried out by proof range staff. If it was owned by the community (going by your story last year) then why didn’t they take care of it when it was required? If I was a citizen of Port Wakefield I would be more worried about what first impressions tourists get when they drive into town. If the town is to attract people from Adelaide to settle and become the gateway to the north and Yorke Peninsula tourist areas then they should not be worried about a gun which they will never maintain but
think about doing something about the abomination on the eastern side of Highway One which greets you as you enter the town. As a person who does not live in Port Wakefield but has an association with the town, the community should rally to rid themselves of the mess on the edge of the town if it ever wants to be considered a viable option for people to settle and raise a family. Concerned Reader (name and address supplied)
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and ride in the Tour de France. “It’s a big ask, but he will strive for that goal.” And then he appealed to everyone to “please wish Shamus well for the journey which would be one the of the biggest challenges in Shamus’s life.” As if he needed to ask. Malcolm was struggling to continue, standing there on Australia Day under the flags of our nation which signify courage, determination and true Aussie spirit, ... but he left the best to last. He thanked Shamus’s mum – Patricia – “ the driver, the motivator and the inspiration.” “She has worked 24 hours a day, seven days a week for the last 12 months. She is the most beautiful person in the world.” We know, Malcolm, we know. As are Shamus and yourself. And if we could have awarded an Australia Day “gong” right there and then to you and your family, then we would have.
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‘Chat to me’ says Frome winner In a shock result, Independent candidate and Port Pirie Mayor Geoff Brock has won the byelection in the once safe Liberal seat of Frome. Mr Brock (inset) came from behind in the count to defeat Liberal candidate Terry Boylan by 665 votes on preferences. Mr Brock said he was pleased with the victory. “I’m excited but still a bit nervous because I’m going into a different field,” he said. Mr Brock said after 20 years in local government and five years as mayor of Port Pirie, he looked forward to the challenge. Following the declaration today (Thursday) Mr Brock will be searching for an office and staff, and then intends to hit the road and explore his electorate. He admitted he hadn’t been able to get out and about as much he would have liked prior
to the by-election.“When the campaign was on my mayoral duties came first,” Mr Brock said. “People in the southern part of the electorate don’t know me but I’m a people person and very approachable.” Mr Brock said during his time as mayor he was often approached by young people and kids, who shared their ideas and gained an understanding of local government. “They will yell out to me in the street and come up to me with any issues they have concern with and I want to do that as the State member.” Mr Brock said people should feel welcome
to chat to him about anything if they happened to bump into him, rather than wait to make an appointment. He will soon begin visiting towns within the electorate and meeting with councils and development boards to gain a sound understanding of issues across the electorate, which Mr Brock said would range greatly because of the diversity of the electorate. The win, described by one Liberal source as “a complete surprise,” comes just days after Liberal leader Martin HamiltonSmith claimed the seat. Liberal candidate Terry Boylan, has hinted at a recount of the votes and indicated he would not concede defeat until the official announcement today, Thursday, (at the declaration of the poll). State electoral commissioner, Kaye Mousley, said the Electoral Commission had re-checked
Arson scare as four fires scorch Watervale area
All smiles and set for a remarkable journey It was their first day at Balaklava primary school, but there doesn’t appear to be too much apprehension on the faces of the new reception students. Pictured ABOVE, from left (rear) are Brielle White, Taylor White, Alanah Keenihan, Makayla Litzow, Emily Lemon, Front: Jorjah Pike, Allan Baker, Charlie Evans, Logan Olsen and Harrison Lemon. RIGHT: New students to Balaklava primary are (from left) Lochlan Speissegger, Shyleigh Cullen, Riley Machel, Jessica Lovegrove, Sean Speissegger and Adam Speissegger. • More school photographs will appear in future editions. Go to Page 10 for a report on all the schools in our region. • PICTURES: Lisa Redpath
Two Wells medical upgrade Two Wells locals will benefit from a significant funding boost to the town’s medical centre. Federal Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion, yesterday (Wednesday) announced $94,354 for the Two Wells Medical Clinic, which will be invested under the National Rural and Remote Health Infrastructure Program (NRRHIP). He said the funding would allow the centre to upgrade medical equipment and fit out a consulting room for use by medical students. NRRHIP was funded under the 2008-09 Federal Budget and will provide $46 million over four years to rural and remote communities.
“This investment in Two Wells will provide much needed upgrades and enhance the quality of health services in Two Wells and the surrounding areas,” Mr Champion said. “It will also allow the medical centre to attract and retain medical professionals and students. This program shows the Rudd government is committed to important projects in rural and regional communities. “There will be further funding rounds and I invite any interested parties to contact my office for more information.” Inetrested parties could also visit www.health.gov.au/internet/main. publishine.nsf/Content/nrrhip-lp
polling place figures, and a re-check of each of the three declaration counts had also been conducted. “To conduct a further recount I have to receive a request to do so, and I have not,” she said. “The final difference between the two candidates is 665 votes with the distribution of preferences, I don’t believe that a recount would alter in any way the outcome of the election.” Ms Mousley says there is no requirement under the Electoral Act for a recount to be held and unhappy parties could dispute the result in the Court of Disputed Returns. The result has given Premier Mike Rann ammunition against the Liberals and Mr Hamilton-Smith’s press release prematurely claiming victory will be used to goad the Liberal opposition when Parliament resumes on Tuesday.
Firefighters responded to four fires within three nights in the Watervale area, which police believe may have been deliberately lit. Just before 1.20am on Tuesday, police and firefighters responded to a rubbish fire on Main North Road, Watervale, which burnt about five to six hectares. Less than half an hour later, another fire began on the Watervale to Mintaro Road. Police ask anyone who saw anyone acting suspiciously at either of the fires to contact BankSA Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Another two fires were extinguished in the early hours of Monday morning. A small grass fire began at the corner of McDonald and Stanley Flat roads at 1am, but little damage was caused. Then at 4.45am, police and CFS were called to a second fire on Leasingham Road, Watervale. The fire burnt along the roadside and into paddocks, over an area 200 metres by 200 metres, but caused no serious damage. While Clare police said the cause of these two fires were unknown, locals are speculating the four fires may be the work of an arsonist. Martin Simpson, from Watervale General Store and Post Office, said the fires had a lot of people worried. “Because it’s so dry around here it only takes one idiot to strike something and the whole area’s just going to go up - you just need a little bit of wind,” he said. Mr Simpson said while so far it had only been spot fires, they
had been near property which could easily burn. He said the community was on the lookout for anything suspicious in the wake of the fires. • A house near Windsor was destroyed by fire in the early hours of Sunday morning. Police, CFS and ambulance crews were called to a home two kilometres north of Windsor about 4am. A woman, aged in her late 20s, and two children, aged six and 11, had escaped the property just before it became completely engulfed in flames. Because of the extent of the damage to the house, fire cause investigators were unable to accurately determine the cause. However, police located six mature cannabis plants growing hydroponically in a rear shed. The home’s occupant and father of the children, who was absent at the time of the fire, was later reported for cultivating cannabis. The man, aged in his late 20s, will face Elizabeth Magistrates Court at a later date. Mallala officer-in-charge, Brevet Sergeant Scott Trenaman, said police and local fire authorities were concerned at the number of fires caused to homes and residential structures where cannabis was grown, and where poor electrical wiring was found. A Hamley Bridge man was issued with an expiation notice for failing to comply with the conditions of use of machinery on a fire ban day following a fire at Hamley Bridge on January 20. About a quarter of an acre of grass was burnt.
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• Police found six cannabis plants being grown in the rear yard of a Hamley Bridge home last week. A local man was reported for cultivating cannabis, and was also given an expiation notice for possession of a pipe. • A Stockport man was reported for firearms offences after police searched his home and found an unregistered .22 rifle. Police allege the man did not have a firearms licence. • A man was admitted to hospital with head and arm injuries after an accident at Wasleys last Saturday. Police allege the man’s car left the road, went down an embankment and collided with a tree. Enquiries are continuing to determine the cause of the accident. • A Hamley Bridge man had his car impounded for seven days
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the likely cause of the accident. • Police received complaints from locals at Thompson Beach alleging youths were riding unregistered motorcycles along The Esplanade at excessive speeds. Brevet Sergeant Scott Trenaman located an Evanston Park man aged in his 20s at the northern end of The Esplanade, riding a motorcycle without a helmet. After further checks, the man was also reported for driving without a licence, without a helmet, while on an unregistered and uninsured motorbike. • A Dublin man was reported for aggravated assault on Tuesday last week, after an incident that allegedly occurred in Dublin earlier this month. Police allege a man aged in his 60s was struck on the body with a pool cue on January 5.
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• A Virginia property owner will be interviewed in relation to a stolen tractor. Police attended a property on Gawler Road, Virginia, last Sunday after a member of the public reported seeing a stolen tractor at the location. The $15,000 tractor which had been stolen from Pellew Road, Vir-
ginia, in mid February last year, was found on the property and seized. • Police are seeking public assistance to identify a man allegedly involved in a shoplifting incident at Woolworths Virginia at 7.40pm on Monday last week. It is alleged the man was detected leaving the store without paying for some cosmetic items. When approached by staff, it is alleged he then became abusive. While he eventually handed back the items he’d taken from the store, he abused staff and members of the public. The man was described as being of Vietnamese appearance, with long black hair, with tattoos on both his arms. Anyone with information is asked to contact Two Wells police on 8520 2309. • Food was stolen during a shed breakin on Aunger Road, Lewiston, on Australia Day. • An Evanston Park man was issued with an expiation notice after being pulled over by police on Port Gawler Road, Port Gawler. Police allege the 21year-old’s licence was cancelled in 2007.
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• Police monitored heavy traffic over the long weekend, and were pleased to report no driver was detected drink driving. However, 24 drivers were detected speeding, including a driver clocked at 146km/h.
Balaklava lures our new law man Senior constable Graham Olds has now been on duty in Balaklava for one month, having replaced senior constable Terry Patterson last month. When he first began his appointment in Balaklava, Olds, who has been a policeman for 31 years, said he had always had a soft spot for Balaklava, after being associated with local church and community groups.
Time running out for Festival Emu awards
Time is running out to nominate for this year’s Emu Awards. Entries close on Tuesday, February 10, so get moving! Send your nominations to The Plains Producer, 9 Howes street, Balaklava, 5461. The awards are open to people who “stick their neck out” and have a go. See entry details on Page 9 In other Adelaide Plains Cup Festival news, there are now 18 events organised. They are: Friday, February 27 • Festival launch and Emu Awards presentation breakfast; • ‘They’re Racing at Snowtown’ food, fun, wine and art, gourmet dinner at Hummocks Station; • Balaklava Courthouse Gallery art exhibition; Saturday, February 28 • Two Wells fruit and veg market; • Timeless Treasures - from Trinkets to Tractors (Balaklava Museum);
• Mallala Museum; • Welcome to Wakefield; • Balaklava Golf Ambrose; • Regional Art Craft Fest at Two Wells; • Mallala Grand Prix Soap Box Derby; • Touch Football Adelaide Plains Cup Challenge; • All Town Garage Sale, Balaklava; • Murder Mystery Night, Balaklava. Sunday, March 1 • Town Garage Sale and breakfast, Hamley Bridge; • Happy Heart Fitness, Moving for Mac Fun Run/Walk, Mallala; • Balaklava Tennis Club Junior Tennis Tournament; • The Right Track Hymn Sing, Owen; • Primo Australia Adelaide Plains Cup, Balaklava. o Advertising Feature
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And for those who have a notebook or laptop computer, there are additional benefits. “The modem is portable, so if you have a notebook it can be used
anywhere there is coverage,” Mr Nankivell said. “Many customers have gone away on holidays and taken their modem with them.” Line speeds vary with signal conditions, but with towers now activated throughout the region, Mr Nankivell said testing had returned download speeds of between 600K and 1MB. Some customers will need an antenna to give maximum performance, and RBE Internet Services have a range of antennas and leads available to suit individual requirements. Monthly wireless broadband access begins at $20 per month for 1GB, through to 6GB for $49. For more information contact RBE Internet on 8862 2134 or email admin@rbe.net.au.
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Library starts new chapter Mallala Mallala’s public library will be relocated to a more central location in the coming weeks. Currently on Aerodrome Road, the Mallala library branch will soon be housed in the rear of the council chambers, with access off Redbanks Road. District Council of Mallala has applied for funding to upgrade the footpath leading from the intersection to the new library, as well as to appropriately fit out the building. CLARE • BreastScreen SA’s mobile unit will visit Clare next month, to provide free screening mammograms (breast x-rays) for about 1,300 local women. The mobile unit will be located at Lower North Health, 47 Farrell Flat Road, from early February and depending on demand, will conclude in early April 2009. Invitations for existing clients will be posted progressively from first to last due, and new clients are welcome. While breast cancer cannot be prevented, it is estimated if women
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WE HEARD n Balaklava could soon develop a reputation as the most colourful town on the Wakefield Plains. A bold new paint job at Mid North Tyres adds a cheerful bright green and blue to the streetscape. Just metres down the road is the bright red facade of Free Choice, and around the corner the colourful orange of Beaurepaires. And Balaklava Town Hall is getting a facelift (see page 24).
Tarlee-Gawler road upgrade A $6 million upgrade of Main North Road between Gawler and Tarlee has started. The work, funded by the Federal government, will rejuvenate a 22 kilometre section of road and will include road widening, draining remediation and culvert extensions, road rehabilitation and shoulder sealing and the installation of guard rails. The work will improve access to road networks for the region’s agriculture, extractive industries, grain centres and saleyards. Federal Member for Wakefield Nick Champion, said the project would support the region’s growing tourism industry and create a safer road for motorists.
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Rabbit farms grow into big business A new minimal disease rabbit farming technique is now available to locals keen to break into the expanding rabbit market. Dr Neil Griffiths and Andrew Dezsery have developed Precision Integrating Farming Systems (PIFS), which initially utilised landbased aquaculture, with the fish wastes being used to grow horticulture produce. Trained as a veterinarian, Dr Griffiths was a small animal practitioner until a serious car accident in 2000. “When I awoke from a coma and with 13 fractured bones and unable to work to my expectations treating cats and dogs, I decided to retrain in to aquaculture and intensive animal husbandry to feed people rich and poor alike, as I originally wished to do when at veterinary school 25 years ago – with the microscope as my principal tool,” he said. With Dr Griffiths completing a post graduate Master’s qualification in veterinary aquatic
science, and Mr Deszery holding an aquaculture degree, and with the help of other associates, the duo developed aqua organic horticultural produce from their organic fish production systems at Lewiston, using no chemicals or antibiotics. But because not all plants were first grade, whether it be from adverse weather or parasites, the project was then tied in with a project by Dr Griffiths, who had begun developing specific disease free rabbits, or specific pathogen free (SPF) rabbits, and plants which could be eaten by the rabbits were grown. “This reduced the rabbit feed bill by up to 40 per cent, depending on the age and production status of the rabbit, yet first grade organic horticulture was still readily saleable for human consumption,” Dr Griffiths said. “SPF rabbits are able to convert feed quantities into meat similar to chickens, but without the disease or human health issues of chickens; a
PIFS Precision Integrated Farming Systems & RabVet PIFS Precision Integrated Farming Systems and RabVet are looking to lease a concrete floored large chicken or piggery shed with current use status or not been re-classified by the Mallala Council in the Two Wells, Mallala region with adequate utilities of power (min. 40 amps) and mains water for a period of no less than 3 years. A large shed or sheds totalling 400m2 in the general agricultural zone also would be considered. We would be growing fish, horticulture and rabbits if possible, with limited odours due to sewage treatment systems. Please contact Neil Griffiths on mobile 0428 882 555 or email nrgriffiths@internode.on.net
DR NEIL Griffiths with some of the SPF rabbits which do not have the human health issues related to chicken meat. unique farming system is now South Australian grown, very productive per hectare, and diverse in product lines.” Dr Griffiths has continued to research and develop SPF rabbits for the last two-and-a-half years. The first developed (SPF1) are free of res-
piratory and skin disease that often causes mass mortalities or disease issues in the industry worldwide. “This has increased the rabbit’s productivity by up to 20 per cent and rabbits are ready for slaughter at eight to 10 weeks of age rather than 10 to 12 weeks, utilising
our own plants with less disease issues,” Dr Griffiths said. The second stage of his research will be a PhD doctorate beginning this year at Adelaide University, further developing the SPF rabbit and rabbit husbandry bio-security, with the removal of intestinal parasites
including worms and hopefully the resist coccidia, a very small microscopic parasite causing scours, weight loss and death in many intensively farmed animals including chickens. Dr Griffiths hopes to do this by using non chemical or antibiotic methods similarly for the SPF1 rabbit. He said local abattoir Bushmin Farmed Rabbits was currently only slaughtering 10 per cent of what would satisfy the local and national market because it was a relatively new industry in Australia, with disease and husbandry issues and few farmers large enough to be economically viable. However, with the new breakthroughs, Dr Griffiths is keen to further develop the industry. PIFS Precision Integrating Farming Systems are able to convert standard concrete floored sheds, including chicken and some piggeries into rabbitries, using a unique waste management system
to remove the odorous urine, which is converted into relatively smell-free liquid fertiliser from wash out water within days. The washing procedure produces solid moistened rabbit waste, which when tilled into clay soil with worms can turn the clay soil into a fertile organic soil within weeks, with greater water retention properties. In addition, Dr Griffiths and Mr Deszery are looking to lease a shed with public utilities, allowing scale-up from their 900 metre square research facility at Lewiston to include the entire PIFS farm if possible, in the Mallala/Two Wells area, with current use status as a chicken or piggery shed in the general farming zone. “This will act as a model farm for the farming public to view and potentially farm for the 21st century,” Dr Griffiths said. For more details, see the advertisement below left.
Andrew’s aquaculture reward A pioneer in aquaculture, Lewiston’s Andrew Dezsery M.Sc has been awarded a prestigious fellowship for an overseas study tour. Through his work with Omega Fish Products research farm based at Lewiston, Andrew has worked to create an aquaponics method which can be used anywhere - on a backyard, family basis or on a large commercial scale - to put fish on the dish with a side salad. The study tour, awarded by the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations and the International Specialised Skills Institute, will allow Mr Deszery to travel to Canada and the United States to bring home some of the world’s best practice of integrated type farming. In his Lewiston venture, Mr Deszery farms fish and feeds plants hydroponi-
cally with the waste, which cleans the water to be reused by the fish. The organically grown produce is then fed to specific pathogen free (SPF) meat rabbits developed by fellow research colleague Dr Neil Griffiths (see separate story). The success has caught on, and Omega Fish Products now equip others with a similar system to operate in their backyard or on a commercial scale. A full day workshop, commercial tour and barbecue tea will be held locally in the near future. Mr Deszery said while there were already several interested parties from across Australia local readers would be offered a discount, but as there are only 30 seats, anyone wishing to attend should contact him as soon as possible on 0412 477 036.
andrew Dezsery (right) receives his fellowship from Sir James Gobbo.
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Windsor residents fight for institute
Career path starts at council Two local youths have been spending their summer learning the roles and functions of council. Scott McDonald and Emily Playford (pictured) were the successful applicants to Wakefield Regional Council’s summer internship program, where youth are offered 100 hours paid work experience. The program, which
first took place last year, aims to show participants the career opportunities available with council. Over the last three weeks, Scott and Emily have observed and performed a variety of tasks to learn the functions and roles of council, including touring the district before this photograph was taken.
Windsor community is standing up for its institute after being shocked recently by a rumour it may be sold. Committee member Kathy Leak was contacted by a District Council of Mallala councillor from outside the ward recently, who suggested council would cease its support of the institute and the building could possibly be sold. The proposal bewildered committee members, who have strived over the past eight years to make the institute a usable, thriving community hub. The committee has nurtured the building through several upgrades and repairs, turning it from a building which was rarely used because of the almost unusable state of its toilets, to a community hub used weekly, which is often host to functions such as 21sts and other celebrations, as well as
the annual October long weekend markets. Each Sunday the institute is a meeting place for the local community, when they gather at the library branch to borrow a few books and catch up with neighbours for a chat. “Having an institute in town gives us a community feel,” Kathy said. “If we didn’t have it, it’s just a group of houses and there’s no reason for us to feel pride.” And the community’s sense of pride in their institute has continued to grow as the committee has revamped the institute with new toilets, a new roof, repairs to the ceiling and other renovations. “People have suddenly realised it’s a working building again,” Kathy said. Next on the committee’s project list is addressing minor salt damp issues and paving around the exterior of the hall.
And since voicing their intentions to the community, the committee has been inundated with support, with thousands of dollars in donations already received from locals. “All the locals are very much wanting to see the institute stay,” Kathy said. She said she simply couldn’t see the point in closing the institute or selling the building. “It’s not a big building or a large financial problem for the council,” she said. “We’ve got a volunteer committee who run it, and it doesn’t cost council a lot in time or money.” The rumoured closure of the institute was discussed at the last council meeting, held on Monday last week (January 19). Chief executive officer, Damien Moloney, said council had not considered any sale or closure of the Windsor Institute.
Pistol club aims for the future Mallala council speeds projects
Several projects within the District Council of Mallala region will be moved forward after council decided which projects to complete under the recently announced Regional and Local Community Infrastructure Program. Selecting from a list of about 30 potential projects, councillors eventually selected 11 to make up the $220,000 allocated to council by Federal Government. With many of these projects listed in council’s Long Term Financial Plan, or being legislative requirements which would need to be done in the near future, chief executive officer, Damien Moloney, said this would free up council’s future budgets. Projects selected were the Mallala library fitout, airconditioning in the Two Wells Library, fitout of the Two Wells meeting room (old council chambers), upgrading council’s resource recovery centre, upgrading the Mallala sports complex toilets, Lewiston horse trails, Two Wells playground upgrade, projects at community buildings such as halls, additional water tanks for the Mallala council offices, asset management upgrades, and an upgraded footpath to the new Mallala library. Also to be added to the funding application will be softfall for playgrounds, which will only be considered if any of the other projects are rejected by Federal government for any reason. REG Chapman shows the framework for the new indoor range. Balaklava Pistol Club is establishing a new indoor shooting range, which it hopes will help attract more events. The club currently has a fourbay indoor range, and president Butch Clark said the new, 10-bay range would increase the functionality of the club and allow competitions to progress quicker. The shed frame is currently under construction, and the building is expected to be completed this
week. But there is still plenty of work to be done, including concreting, specialist lighting, target frames and benches. “If it’s finished in the next six months we’ll be doing well,” said long time club supporter and project supervisor Reg Chapman. With a strong membership of 75, and others completing probationary training in order to join, the club hopes the new range will help
attract more events to the already popular venue. “We hold shoots against other clubs around the district, and the Mid North Air Pistol Championships against Peterborough, Spalding, Blanchetown and places like that,” Butch said. “At some events we could get up to 40-50 people shooting and it takes a long time to get through with a four bay indoor range.”
Dublin’s famous fete nears Planning for Dublin’s eighth annual Strawberry Fete on February 22 is well underway. Strawberries will of course be available throughout the day, served with cream or icecream. Other stalls will include Red Cross’ wonderful cakes, jewellery,
well priced soft toys, hand made cards, craft including cushions, clothing, jam, woodwork items, plants, cloth carry bags and much more. The fete will run from 11am to 4pm and musical entertainment during the afternoon.
Event organiser Pat Thompson said all money raised would be used to help Dublin History Group preserve the history of the area and for Port Parham Social club building improvements. For further information contact 8529 2028.
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Farewell to Pastor Nigel Pastor Nigel Rosenzweig conducted his final service on Sunday, December 28 at St Paul’s Lutheran Church, Clare. A crowd of about 120 from the districts of Blyth, Clare and Burra attended the service followed by a luncheon to say their final farewells to Pastor Nigel, wife Amelia and children Samuel, Isaac and Deanna. The family arrived from Berri nearly seven years ago. The Clare/Blyth Parish now has the task of calling a new Lutheran Pastor to the area which will take a minimum of six months if the first Pastor called accepts the offer.
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DESCENDANTS of the Kuchenmesiter family gather at Blyth community hall. The group later visited Blyth cemetery to inspect headstones of the original family.
•Graeme Wandel (right) presenting Isaac, Deanna, Amelia, Samuel and Pastor Nigel Rosenzweig with a farewell gift from the Clare/Blyth Parish
KUCHENMEISTER CLAN GATHERS FOR BOOK LAUNCH:
Family ties still strong in Blyth LAUNCH of the book “The Küchenmeister Heritage” was held on Sunday, December 14 in Blyth Community Hall. The book is the history of Ludwig and Mariane Küchenmeister and their descendants, written by James McInnes. This was the second launch of the book with the initial launch occurring the previous week at Prospect. Both were
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launched by a descendant of the Küchenmeisters, Keith Seeary. Keith Seeary had a passion to learn more about his descendants and sought out the services of James (Jim) McInnes, who also was a descendant, and had completed the history of the descendants of JH McInnes in 2004. With these credentials, Jim was the first person Keith hunted out to begin the mammoth task of researching the past of the Küchenmeister Heritage. Acrowd of 70 attended the launch at Blyth where this magnificent book of about 600 pages, 2050 photos and nearly 1900 names was made available for purchase. The book is beautifully presented and includes family trees and many intriguing stories, including the heartache experiences our early settlers faced. Both Ludwig Küchenmeister and Mariane Vielhaack eloped from their home in Prussia and travelled by ship and after 95 days anchored at Port Adelaide in 1855. Their documents show they were a married couple and used older ages than what they actually were but only married on arrival in Adelaide. Eventually they had 11 children, 10
daughters and one son. Both Ludwig (90yrs) and Marianne (69) are buried in Blyth cemetery. Ludwig and Mariane Küchenmeister settled in the Barrosa district before moving to Dalkey near Balaklava in 1870. Their only son, Carl, married and had a son, but unfortunately the child died at only 3 ½ months old and is buried at the Balaklava cemetery. While Carl reached the age of 73 and his wife 92 they did not have anymore children. Here ended the surname of Küchenmeister for this family. About 1901, after 31 years of farming at Dalkey, they moved together with their youngest daughter to Blyth, where most of their time was spent at “Kelvin Grove” a farming property owned by their daughter and son-in-law Hedwig & Hermann Mügge. This farming property is still currently owned by the Mügge family. Presently two family surnames from Ludwig and Mariane Küchenmeister children’s marriages remain in the Blyth district - the Eimes and Mügges. For further information about the book contact Janet Zweck.
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The Plains Producer Summer HOT SHOTS photographic competition is a great way to display your skills with a camera and win a Apple Ipod shuffle. Send your HOT SHOTS holiday photos – which must include at least one person or pet – DIRECT via email to to editor@plainsproducer.com.au. Or you can use our Facebook site. Go to www.facebook.com/pages/The-Plains-Producer-newspaper/45711103016 . You might have some great photos from your Summer holidays, some fun party pics, or some festive fun. Send them through and you could WIN! Photos will be published in January and February. Winner announced in late February, 2009. Email your photos at full resolution, as they come from the camera. DO NOT reduce them for emailing. Photographic prints should be supplied with a stamped envelope for return.
Keith Seeary and Jim McInnes at the book launch.
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NEWS v District ON-FARM BID TO BOOST CASH:
Farmers bag grain – and low prices Farmers are storing large amounts of grain on-farm in a bid to secure more attractive prices. With the arrival of grain bags and lower prices being offered during harvest for poorer grades, many farmers have chosen to withhold their grain from the market until prices improve. Thousands of tonnes of grain (pictured) have been stored at Roberts’ farm east of Balaklava, in both silos and grain bags. Australian Grow-
ers Direct general manager Tim Ruddenklau, who provided several farmers with grain bags for storage, said it had proven a popular option. “There are a lot more growers storing grain on-farm because prices have been poor,” Mr Ruddenklau said. Some growers were faced with no prices being offered for particular grades of grain, or else no nearby receival points. “We are slowly starting to see some cash
prices being offered for those lower grades,” Mr Ruddenklau said. “They’re still pretty poor and below cost price, but at least there are cash prices being offered.” But according to Mr Ruddenklau, there
is also some premium quality grain held on farm. “Growers have stored large amounts of grain ranging from very good quality through to lesser quality they couldn’t get prices for,” he said. By storing premium
quality grain, farmers are hoping to gain premium prices. While it is impossible to determine just how much grain is still in storage, Mr Ruddenklau estimates it may be more than one million tonnes.
LEFT: Brett Roberts shows the scale of the grain bags.
Hamley groups win Stick your $37,800 in funding neck out! Several local organisations have received volunteer grants totalling more than $100,000. The funding came as part of the Federal government’s 2008 Volunteer Grants Program, and includes $37,800 for the Hamley Bridge Community and Sports Centre. Funds will also be received by groups in Auburn, Balaklava, Brinkworth, Gawler River, Clare, Kapunda, Two Wells, Lochiel, Mallala, Manoora, Virginia, Marrabel, Riverton, Owen, Port Wakefield, Clare, Saddleworth, and Stockport. Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion, welcomed the funding announcement by Minister for Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affair, Jenny Macklin. “The Volunteer Grants Program is an important initiative which provides valuable support to community organisations and their volunteers,” Mr Champion said. “Grants can be used to purchase equipment and sporting items and give volunteers much needed help
with fuel costs.” Forty-one organisations in the Wakefield electorate received a total of $143,000 of Volunteer Grants. “The government values the enormous contribution hard-working volunteers make to our local community,” Mr Champion sad. “This funding will help to ease the pressure on these volunteers and their organisations, and help them to help others.”
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Hamley Bridge Community and Sports Centre, a committee representing several sporting clubs, the primary school, kindergarten, and memorial hospital, received funding of $37,800. Other recipients were Auburn Senior Citizens Club, $3800; Balaklava Community Services $2176; Balaklava Croquet Club $1000; Brinkworth Bowling Club $1410; Brinkworth Koolunga Cricket Club $1600; Brinkworth Management Committee and Brinkworth History Group $2984; Gawler River CFS $4000; Clare
Agricultural and Horticultural Society $1448; Kapunda Bowling Club $2575; Hamley Bridge Community Association $4800; Kapunda Football Club $1800; Two Wells CFS $3626; Lochiel Progress Association $4695; Mallala Primary School Parent Club $2946; Manoora Centenary Park $2998; Maria SS Di Crochi (Virginia) $1349; Marrabel CFS $5000; North Eastern Netball Association $1300; Owen Primary School Governing Council Parents and Friends Committee $1700; Port Wakefield Bowling Club $2450; Port Wakefield Community Management Committee $3450; Riverton and District High School Parents and Friends Association $3000; Rotary Club of Clare $2600; Kapunda RSL Sub Branch $3650; Saddleworth Bowling Club $2580; Saddleworth District Community Association $1330; Stockport Community Association $4082; Two Wells Uniting Church Op Shop $2500; Two Wells Bowling Club $1650; Two Wells Golf Club $1754; and U3A Kapunda and Districts $1000.
LETTERS to the Editor
‘Strongly oppose’ fortnightly rubbish I sincerely hope Wakefield Regional Council WRC) does not adopt the same rubbish removal system as Mallala Council. (The Plains Producer, “My View” Page 2 January 21). This system is not user friendly for families. We have four adults and a teenager in our home and our household rubbish bin is overflowing every fortnight! And we, unlike most householders, have another way of disposing of our extra rubbish. I know of a number of families who take rubbish and dispose of it in the street or oval bins as they have no other option. Let’s face it, no one is going to put it in their car boot and drive all the way to the dump and pay dump fees when they already pay for this service as part of their council
rates. And we wonder why so many people dump rubbish illegally (it’s not rocket science!) The other problem is the smell! I can tell you rotten rubbish that has sat in a hot plastic bin for two weeks in the middle of summer is not pleasant – not to mention the lovely blowflies and ants. Thank god I don’t have a child in nappies! Oh, and don’t forget to put the bin out as that means smelly rotten rubbish sitting in your backyard for four weeks! I would like to see the Mallala council go back to emptying the household rubbish every week and the recycling every fortnight, as at least the recycling is clean waste. So I would urge ratepayers in WRC to strongly oppose this system being introduced. Amanda Cocks, Mallala.
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I was so sad to hear Norm Parish lost his emus. (Plains Producer, Janaury 21). But it was great to see Norm is still continuing his love for wildlife. As a kid when I was friends with Norm’s boys, I used to go Norm’s carpenter shop on Railway terrace and get in the way attempting to learn about woodwork from Norm. I can also recall the birds Norm had at that time. We used to go there at feeding time. It was one of the things I can recall as being a highlight at the time. Wish I was there to sit and chat with you about times past. Jim Cleary, Thornton, Colorado, USA
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Schools ring the changes as new year starts AUBURN Six new students started at Auburn primary this week, including two reception students, taking enrolments to 36. BALAKLAVA Ten new reception students and six others have joined other classes at Balaklava primary, taking enrolments to 230. The school has also welcomed former Brinkworth primary principal Wendy Richards, who has taken on a classroom teaching position. Ro Wood, Rachael Fenwick andAlison Jenkin have also joined the staff. For the last five years Balaklava high school enrolments have remained steady at 390. Graduate teacher AJ Wood has returned to the school to teach Science/Agriculture. Former teacher Geoff Gardner has accepted an English/ SOSE position, returning to the school after three years in Hong Kong. Former school services officer Sonia Pringle, has also returned to the school having completed her teaching degree. Sonia will teach vocational education and community studies. BLYTH Five new students have started at Blyth
primary, taking enrolments to 59. New teacher Catherine Boumelha, who previously taught at Maree, will teach years 2 to 4. BRINKWORTH New principal Susan Hart welcomed four new students, including two students in reception at Brinkworth primary, taking enrolment to 31. Prior to taking up the six-month principal position, Susan worked in the Wakefield District office. HAMLEY BRIDGE Three reception and three other students joined new principal Margaret Streatfield at Hamley Bridge primary. Margaret was previously deputy principal at Elizabeth South primary school. MALLALA Thirteen new students, including eight in reception have started at Mallala primary. An overall reduction in the number of students has meant the school year will start with six classes, rather than seven or eight as has been the case in previous years. OWEN Three new students have started at Owen primary, including two in reception, taking enrol-
ments to 50. Colin Schulz has accepted position as principal. Colin has come from Bute. PORT WAKEFIELD Stacey Mason has joined the staff at Port Wakefield primary and will teach R-2 classes. 52 students will attend the school this year. RIVERTON New Principal Max McClaren has welcomed 15 new students to the school, including five in reception. Max was the former principal of Light Pass primary school. Riverton and District High School welcomed six new families to the school as well as two new teachers. Erin Ewart will teach Drama and English and former student Katie Koster has returned to the school in her first teaching position. Katie will teach physical education and SOSE. SADDLEWORTH Saddleworth primary have commenced the year with 43 enrolments and expect six reception students to start throughout the year taking the enrolment to 49 by term 4. SNOWTOWN Snowtown primary has welcomed two new
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reception and three older students this year. Grant Buik has joined the staff and will teach Years 2/3. TWO WELLS Twenty four new students started at Two Wells primary on Tuesday, including 12 new reception students. Enrolments for this year are 338. TARLEE Nine students are enrolled at Tarlee primary this year. TWO WELLS Twenty four new students started at Two Wells primary on Tuesday, including 12 new reception students. Enrolments for this year are 338. WATERVALE One new student started in reception at Watervale primary, taking enrolments to 39. VIRGINIA Three new teachers and eight new reception students commenced at Virginia primary this week. Kasey David and Marie DeCandia will teach Years 2/3 and Kylie Wilson Reception and year 1. Enrolments for this year are 228.
OPEN wide .... the pizza specialists Bruce and Fern Pycroft with Adele Linke and Tegan Guerin.
Pizza delights and more It’s not only Balaklava residents who are enjoying takeaway from Balaklava Pizza and Pasta, word has got out and people from nearby towns are also discovering the delights of Balaklava’s newest takeaway. It’s been just over a year since the takeaway opened and owners Bruce and Fern Pycroft, together with daughter Kimberley, have already expanded the range of food available, with plans for further expansion being discussed. Bruce aims to offer locals variety in dining and he and Fern thank locals for their patronage and encouragement over the first year of business. “We are finding many of our customers are coming from surrounding towns or travellers but of course our main customers are Balaklava residents and we really appreciate their support,” Bruce says. As well as a great range of pizzas and pasta, the Pycrofts now offer preordered Sunday roasts. When planning your next party or family gathering, give Bruce or Fern a call and discuss their catering menu. Pizzas available include hawaiian, meat
lovers, supreme, barbecue chicken, super supreme, vegetarian, and ‘all sorts’ (ham, cheese, chicken, pineapple, onion, salami, and a blend of sauces) and the recently introduced yiros (yiros meat, tomato, onion and garlic sauce), mexican (chorizo sausage and chilli available in mild, medium or hot), and the popular satay pizza, (satay sauce which can be added to any pizza, instead of the *Fee applies
traditional tomato base). Beef and spinach lasagne has become very popular, as is garlic bread. Balaklava Pizza and Pasta is open Thursdays and Sundays from 5pm to 8pm, Fridays 5pm to 9.30 and Saturday evenings 5pm to 9pm. Home delivery is also available for a small fee. • Go to 14 Railway Terrace, Balaklava – and phone orders to 8862 2223.
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NEWS v Australia Day celebrations DISTRICT COUNCIL OF MALLALA CITIZENS OF THE YEAR:
They’re ‘true blue’ Aussie achievers Mark and Kay perform on the community stage 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 of their award. Kay joined the melodrama cast in 1983, and hasn’t missed a performance since, filling a variety of on and off stage roles from cast member to photographer, program coordinator, printing, and publicity.
Mark joined the melodrama group 10 years later, filling roles of president, writer and director. Their melodrama commitments keep the couple busy, spending about 30 nights out during the three-month rehearsal and performance period, all the while planning for the next year’s show. Since the days of its inception when a shipping container was used as a change room, the melodrama performances have grown to include a group of about 25 people performing to 900 people over six nights. And community groups benefit from fundraising, with last year’s ticket takings of more than $27,000 distributed to community groups in Two
Wells and the surrounding area. 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, while Mark is also a familiar face in the RDA office volunteering to collate the newspaper and giving a helping hand on other jobs. Mark provides safety and support at motorsport events as a member of the Australian Citizen Radio Monitors, and has been a journalist at Gawler’s Bunyip newspaper for many decades, where he is now employed as a proof reader. Kay also has her hand in the creation of the newspaper, writing a weekly column.
MARK Boon and Kay Milton always put the good of the community first.
Anne Green at Brinkworth’s big day:
Matthew Harmati presents gifts from the Two Wells and Gawler RSLs to the Mayor of Dernancourt in France.
Matthew a youth leader 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.
Brevet Sergeant Wally Clarke and wife Dianne accept their certificate from Paul Williams for winning Best Commercial or Community Garden category in last year’s Beautiful Brinkworth competition.
‘Simple pleasures’ of Aussie lifestyle Numbers were down this year for Brinkworth’s Community Breakfast but the 70 or so people who accepted the offer of a free feed of bacon, egg and sausage, washed down with orange juice and bubbly, enjoyed a convivial couple of hours in the Memorial Gardens, celebrating some simple pleasures of the Australian lifestyle.
Ben Welke dressed in his scout uniform for the honour of raising the Australian flag and Brian Wundke played his keyboard to accompany singing of the National Anthem, after which Councillor Darryl Ottens gave a short address on behalf of Mayor James Maitland, who was unable to attend because of commitments in other towns.
Certificates were presented to the winners of the Beautiful Brinkworth garden competition, held last year, and Chris Bolvig and Graham Clark won a basket of groceries in a raffle. Progress Association chairman, Paul Williams, thanked all who attended as well as his committee and helpers, who organised the event and cooked the breakfast.
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This included a trip to Europe, where Matthew attended Anzac ceremonies at Villers-Bretonneux, Menin Gate (where he recited the Ode) and the whole Western Front. Since his trip, Matthew has given presentations at many schools, community groups and RSLs. Matthew began the Green Crew at Gawler High School, was last year named winner of a 2007 ADF Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork Award, and received a Scout Medallion in 2006.
Balaklava Racing Club Balaklava Suppliers Race Day Wednesday February 4 Sponsored by: Hyland Sportswear, K. Brereton Jewellers, All Action Sport, The Daiquiri Factory, Central Irrigation, Mt. Compass Sand & Loam, Classic Hits 5CS & Magic 105.9, Atkins Photography, Carvery Delights, Greenock Creek Charters, Evright Trophies. • Gates open 10.30am • Entry $8, concession $5 Phone: 8862 1503 Web: www.balaklavaracingclub.com.au
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NEWS v Australia Day celebrations
Australia Day honours Aussie spirit ... LEFT: The younger members of the community were rewarded for their efforts. Gavin Hahesy as BAC young achiever and Lucy Radowicz as council’s young citizen of the year. RIGHT: Singing the national anthem are (from left) Syjourn Renshaw, Vanessa Barry, Tenayah Renshaw, Casey Michael and Australia Day ambassador Pat Rix.
Our people, our pride L
OCAL couple Dorothy and Es Hoepner made it a double celebration on Australia when they were each named recipients of a Medal of the Order of Australia to go with Es’ citizen of the year award. The Whitwarta couple were unaware of the honour until it was announced on Australia Day. Es received his Wakefield Regional Council citizen of the year award at Balaklava’s Australia Day celebrations in the town Triangle on Monday. Es was mayor of the District Council of Wakefield Plains from 1989 to 1991, and had been a councillor previously from 1981. His long list of community contributions includes various roles with local government, school councils, involvement with St Paul’s Lutheran Church at Balaklava, Balaklava Riverton District Health Service, Balaklava and Dalkey Agricultural and Horticultural Society, Whitwarta Agricultural Bureau, Balaklava Museum, and Balaklava Jubilee 150 and Bicentenary Committee. Es has been a Justice of the Peace since 1974, has received an Advance Australia Award of Merit in 1986 and has received 40 and 50 years service badges for his commitment to Whitwarta Agricultural Bureau. As well as being mayoress during Es’ time as mayor, Dorothy has made several contributions to the community of her own. She has held several positions with St Paul’s Lutheran Church Balaklava Women’s Fellowship, has been a member of the church development committee, the Bible Society Balaklava branch, Balaklava Hospital Auxiliary, committee member and volunteer at Ira Parker Nursing Home, Balaklava Community Services Inc, the Women’s Agricultural Bureau and Whitwarta Women’s Agricultural Bureau, Probus Club Balaklava, Balaklava Garden Club, and has also been a great supporter of local schools. Dorothy is also known for her commitment to the Balaklava show, being a life member, past convenor, exhibitor, and volunteer. Also receiving an award on Australia Day was Lucy Radowicz, who was named Wakefield
Es and Dorothy Hoepner with (from left), Hannah, Kimberley, Matthew and Sharon Hoepner, Jannine Eckermann, Robert Hoepner and Isaac and Aaron Eckermann. LEFT: The Lions club and CWA served up a great breakfast. RIGHT: Dulcie Williams gets some support from BAC secretary, Margaret Manuel as she receives her award. Regional Council’s young citizen of the year. A big crowd of about 170 people saw Dulcie Williams and Gavin Hahesy presented with achievement awards by Balaklava Area Committee. Pat Rix, of Tutti Ensemble and
an Australia Day ambassador, delivered the Australia Day address, preceded by Wakefield Regional Council mayor, James Maitland. • Former Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council mayor Patricia Jacka was named a recipient of
an Order of Australia Medal. Mrs Jacka, who was mayor from 1995 to 2006 and deputy mayor for four years previously, was honoured for a range of community commitments and her long standing involvement with council.
• Jamestown community man Malcolm Catford was another recipient of an Order of Australia Medal, for service to local government, to health care and art organisations and to the community of Jamestown.
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NEWS v Australia Day celebrations
WAKEFIELD Regional Council deputy mayor, Barry Nottle, (fifth from right) presents Paul McCormack, of Snowtown Community Management committee with council’s award for community event of the year. From left are Denise Freebairn, Neville Michael, Sue Fountain, Glenys Nolan, Ted Beare, Alan Large, Bec Savage, Ros Large, Murray Menzel.
Keeping Snowtown and Port Wakefield on the move Long-serving CFS volunteer Lex Robertson was named Port Wakefield citizen of the year at the town’s Australia Day celebrations on Monday. Each year the local newsletter committee awards citizen of the year awards to a community citizen and a young citizen. While no young citizen was named this year, Lex received his honour before a crowd of 100. MC at the celebrations, Michael Rankine, said Lex was chosen because of his 42-year commitment to the Port Wakefield CFS. Christmas lights winners were also named. Snowtown community also named its own citizen of the year. In addition to Wakefield Regional Council presenting the Community Event of the Year award to Snowtown Community Management Committee for the official opening of the Snowtown wind farm, the local community recognised the contributions of local identity Alan Large. Lex and Alan’s achievements will be covered in more detail in next week’s issue of The Plains Producer.
• Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council presented awards. Northern area recipients were Norma Schell, citizen of the year; Sharon Reid, young citizen of the year; and Rotary Club of Clare Art Exhibition, community event of the year. In the central area, Robert Willmott was named citizen of the year. Southern area recipients were Don Hannaford, citizen of the year; and Riverton High School Breakfast Committee, community event of the year. In other celebrations, strong crowds gathered at Padnaindi Park, Blyth; Brinkworth Memorial Gardens; Hamley Bridge institute and swimming pool; Dublin oval; Maynard Park, Clare; Riverton Recreation Ground; Saddleworth Institute; and Virginia residents were able to attend celebrations in Elizabeth, hosted by Playford council.
More to come
• DUE to space constrains and edition deadlines, The Plains Producer will feature Australia Day news from other areas in next week’s edition.
PETER Strawbridge (left) presents Snowtown’s community citizen of the year award to Alan Large, who received the award with his wife, Ros.
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The Way
We were 5
YEARS AGO January 2004
Talented cricketer Tegan McPharlin, then aged 15, had just returned home from Geelong where, for the third year in a row, she was part of the state’s young Scorpian women’s cricket side. The under 17 side beat the ACT in Geelong, to be placed fifth overall.
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YEARS AGO January 1999
Joyce Ross’ 50-year involvement in the arts was recognised during Australia Day celebrations, when she was announced one of only two females in the visual and performing arts category in Australia to receive an AM - Member in the Order of Australia.
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YEARS AGO January 1989
Allan Moyle was inducted as Lay Pastor in the Barunga Range Uniting Church Parish, he and his wife residing at Port Broughton. The induction was attended by a number of people from the Port Wakefield and Orroroo parishes, where the Moyles had served previously. Winner of the 1989 Port Wakefield Swimming Carnival Mini Iron Person competititon, Justin Cicolella.
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LOCAL v Living
“Shank’s Pony” earliest form of transport Today, we think nothing of jumping in a car, or on a plane, and travelling vast distances. We just take it for granted that the transport we need is available, but we all know it wasn’t always like that. Shank’s pony (walking) was the original form of “transport” and, if you were fortunate enough to have a horse to ride, you were probably considered “rich”. Horse-drawn vehicles have been around for hundreds of years, but Australia’s early settlers didn’t have it easy after settlement in 1788. With the First Fleet came a few animals but these were for breeding stock and considered too valuable to be used as draught animals - the convicts and, probably, other people as well, became human draught animals, doing the back-breaking work of hauling heavy loads of whatever materials needed to be moved. Early roads were nothing more than bush tracks, sometimes cleared of tree roots and rocks, but very stony and, in some places, also swampy. The authorities were not prepared to risk the “valuable” horses in these conditions. Small drays and wagons gradu-
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ally began to appear on the scene, making transport a bit easier, but it would have been many years before there was any substantial quantity of horse-drawn transport available, although the “upper class” would have had them long before anyone else would have even been considered worthy of such luxuries. As they became more readily available, either imported or locally built, the variety of horse-drawn vehicles included the “chaise” (a two-wheeled owner-driven vehicle harnessed to one horse), a curricle (pulled by two horses), the ever popular gig and the buggy. Light two-seater gigs were popular because they were suitable for fast driving but a change in style, with a “high centre of gravity to raise the body above the road dust” also meant they were easier to over-
SA memories Foundation of the province South Australia was born out of the ideas of a prisoner, Edward Gibbon Wakefield (1796-1862), serving three years in Newgate Gaol. He was convicted on a charge relating to the abduction and unlawful marriage at Gretna Green in 1826 of 15 year old heiress Ellen Turner. As the son of Quakers, Wakefield was part of a long history of working for prison reform. His family was related to Elizabeth Fry, the famous prison reformer, who visited him in Newgate. Wakefield’s experience of the English penal system caused him to consider the social problems of over population in colonies. In 1829, while in Newgate, Wakefield wrote a letter from Sydney in which he outlined his ‘System of Colonization’.
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From SA Memory: www.samemory.sa.gov.au He addressed the problem of balancing the supply of land with the demand for labour in new colonies. He proposed an ‘Emigration Fund’ raised through a rent tax payable by the landlord that would see labourers conveyed to the new colony free of cost. “The supply of Labourers be as nearly as possible proportioned to the demand for Labour at each settlement; so that Capitalists shall never suffer from an urgent want of Labourers, and that Labourers shall never want well-paid employment.” [Wakefield, Edward Gibbon, Outline of a system of colonization, in Letter from Sydney, Appendix, London 1829, pp. viii - ix.]
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Passenger drag or char-a-banc (from “Australian Horse-drawn Vehicles”). turn, so the basic design eventually reverted back to the lower design. Public transport became necessary as settlement spread in the various colonies, with stage coaches being utilised to not only carry passengers, but also the mail and sometimes goods as well. Mail carrying coaches sometimes also had an armed guard. “Irish jaunting cars” were the basis for early horse-drawn taxis, and the famous Cobb & Co. coaches were based on the Concord coach, imported from USA. Another larger passenger carrying vehicle was the char-a-
banc or passenger drag, popular for transporting picnic groups or sports clubs on outings. Commercial goods-carrying vehicles included drays, spring wagons, table-top trolleys, butcher’s carts, baker’s vans etc., and then there was the hearse, “a speciallybuilt vehicle, often resembling a landau with the hoods closed, so that the top of the hearse reached only to the driver’s box, giving the whole vehicle an elegant, restrained line.” An array of early horse-drawn vehicles can be viewed at Balaklava’s Urlwin Park Museum.
“I promise you!” In our day to day business dealings we require that contracts, business offers, and any acknowledgments of payment be in writing. It is a wise and sensible precaution. For example, if money for goods is paid in advance without a written receipt, the supplier could later deny that goods were ever ordered – or paid for! Or if we pay for goods to be delivered and lose our receipt, we will be in trouble if – after delivery – payment is demanded and we can’t prove
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that we have already paid. In the business world it does sometimes happen that verbal contracts are entered into – socalled “gentleman’s agreements” – which later turn sour. Promises easily made can be easily broken. But see now the reliability of God’s spoken promises. “We have the word of the prophets made more certain” 2 Peter 1.19 (NIV). Why are the
prophets words made more certain? Because we have them in writing. Every promise God ever made to us through his prophets is available in print. We hold the receipt in our hand! We are able to see that whatever he said would happen has happened. When God is the one who says, “I promise you!” we can believe it.
In brief As to the word of the prophets, the Bible says, “You will do well to pay attention to it, as to a light shining in a dark place.” 2 Peter 1.19 (NIV).
MONTHLY CHURCH NOTICES n The Church notices published below are supplied by local churches and will be now be repeated weekly as church service directory for each month. All care is taken in their preparation by The Plains Producer – but as we rely on information supplied, no responsibility for accuracy will be taken. Churches should advise us of any changes immediately – or in the last week of the preceding month. Please advise us of any changes by emailing lisa@plainsproducer.com.au
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A.O.G./A.C.C. Balaklava..................... 10.00am
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A.O.G./A.C.C. Balaklava..................... 10.00am
A.O.G./A.C.C. Balaklava..................... 10.00am
anglican Balaklava....................... 9.00am Hamley Bridge.............11.00am
anglican Balaklava....................... 9.00am Hamley Bridge............ 10.00am
anglican Balaklava....................... 9.00am Hamley Bridge.............11.00am
CATHOLIC CHURCH Balaklava............ Liturgy 9.00am
CATHOLIC CHURCH Balaklava............. Mass 10.30am
CATHOLIC CHURCH Balaklava............ Liturgy 9.00am
CHURCH OF CHRIST Balaklava..................... 10.00am
CHURCH OF CHRIST Balaklava..................... 10.00am
CHURCH OF CHRIST Balaklava..................... 10.00am
Community church Pinery........................... 9.00am LIGHTHOUSE Balaklava..................... 10.00am
Community church Pinery........................... 7.00pm
Community church Pinery........................... 9.00am LIGHTHOUSE Balaklava..................... 10.00am
LUTHERAN Auburn......................... 9.00am Balaklava......................11.00am
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UNITING Mallala.......................... 8.45am Two Wells................... 10.30am Owen Comm...............11.00am Hamley Bridge.............. 9.15am Windsor ........................ 9.00am Balaklava...................... 10.00am Nantawarra............... with Lochiel Lochiel......................... 10.00am Pt Wakefield..................11.00am
LIGHTHOUSE Balaklava..................... 10.00am LUTHERAN Balaklava........................ 9.00am
LUTHERAN Auburn......................... 9.00am Balaklava......................11.00am
UNITING Mallala.......................... 8.45am Two Wells................... 10.30am Owen Comm................ 9.30am Hamley Bridge.............. 9.15am Windsor ........................ 9.00am Balaklava........................ 9.00am Nantawarra......................9.00am Lochiel.............. with Nantawarra Pt Wakefield..................11.00am
UNITING Mallala.......................... 8.45am Two Wells................... 10.30am Owen Comm...............11.00am Hamley Bridge............... 9.15am Windsor ........................ 9.00am Balaklava........................ 9.00am Nantawarra............... with Lochiel Lochiel..........................10.00am Pt Wakefield.................. 11.00am
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SPORT v Bowls
Standings stay the same Perfect bowls weather greeted bowlers as they contested last weekend’s round of matches. However, all bowlers will be watching this week’s weather forecasts with interest to see if matches will go ahead on Saturday or are cancelled due to heat. Bowlers are reminded “to listen to ABC Radio 891 at 8 a.m. Saturday and if the estimated maximum for Adelaide is 39oC or above, then all matches are cancelled”. If bowls does go ahead, it is up to the individual bowler to decide whether they will play in hot conditions or not. But first, let’s look at what happened last Saturday. In Division One, Hamley Bridge had a narrow four shot win over Tarlee with two rinks up while Riverton had a tough tussle against Owen getting over the line by only nine shots. Elsewhere, Wasleys proved too strong for Port Wakefield while Balaklava accounted for Mallala. Little has changed in the standings as a result
By John Glistak, Secretary WMBA of these matches with only Wasleys and Mallala swapping positions. This weekend will feature several interesting Division One matches. Hamley Bridge hosts Wasleys with each side having each recorded a win in their earlier meetings. The home side should win on this occasion but Wasleys’ recent form should not be discounted lightly. Owen travels to Balaklava keen to put up a good performance and maintain their grasp on fourth spot. However, season form suggests that Balaklava will record their third win against their opponents. Leaders Riverton hosts Tarlee in a clash where the home side will be eager to make amends for the draw they had against their opponents in the last meeting. The final clash sees Port Wakefield play Mal-
lala in a match that also has bearing on fourth position. Season form favours Port Wakefield as they have won their two previous matches against Mallala. Division One – 24 January 2009: Hamley Bridge 78(10) (B. Smith 26, D. Rex 25, M. Durdin 27) def. Tarlee 74(2) (D. Branson 20, M. Butler 30, F. Gorey 24); Riverton 81(9) (N. Rogers 19, B. Mullins 23, M. Griffiths 39) def. Owen 72(3) (N. Harkness 28, K. Warnes 23, T. Harkness 21); Wasleys 78(10) (L. Ryan 38, R. Bowman 16, G. Rendell 34) def. Port Wakefield 59(2) (R. Murphy 10, G. McPharlin 31, R. McQuire 18); Balaklava 82(12) (B. Taylor 24, T. Clifford 25, M. Northcott 33) def. Mallala 65(0) (I. Stuart 23, P. Furst 22, K. Roberts 20) Standings: Riverton 135 +207, Balaklava 125 +223, Hamley Bridge 114 +129, Owen 75 -92, Port Wakefield 72 -34, Wasleys 62 -65, Mallala 53 -50, Tarlee 36 -318 Division One – 31 January 2009: Hamley Bridge vs Wasleys, Balaklava vs Owen, Riverton vs Tarlee, Port Wakefield vs Mallala.
KEN Roberts, Mallala points out a possible line for a team mate.
Riverton White takes over second spot in division two
JOHN Griffiths, Mallala sends one down.
Last weekend was the first round of matches for Division Two Red and Division Two White. In Division Two Red, leaders Hamley White had a tight match against Owen securing the win by seven shots. Balaklava Blue, despite having won only one rink, defeated Mallala White by eleven shots. Mallala Black and Hamley Red had comfortable wins over their respective opponents in the remaining two matches of the round. The feature match in this Saturday’s round sees leaders Hamley White pitted against second placed Mallala Black. Their previous encounter resulted in a comfortable win for Hamley White and a similar outcome is expected on this occasion. Third placed Hamley Red lost their earlier match against Owen and will be eager to reverse the result this time around. In the remaining matches, Mallala White and Balaklava Blue should be too strong for their respective opponents based on previous results. Division Two Red – 24 January 2009: Hamley White 68(10) (L. Stott 28, I. Parr 22, B. Morris 18) def. Owen 61(2) (I. Freebairn 15, P. Sullivan 21, L. Beaty 25); Balaklava Blue 73(8) (P. McPharlin 19, R. Barr 32, C. Milton 22) def. Mallala White 62(4) (P. March 23, G. Forrest 14, K. McDonald 25); Mallala Black 91(11) (J. Evans 40, G. Donlon 25, B. Smith 26) def. Balaklava White 54(1) (K. Harkness 6, R. Hillman 25, J. Olsen 23); Hamley Red 86(12) (G. Schilling 26, D. French 28, J. Bell 32) def. Balaklava Red 47(0) (C. Cowan 19, B. Hogben 18, K. Cottle 10). Standings: Hamley White 122 +181, Mallala Black 119 +209.75, Hamley Red 118 +216, Balaklava Blue 110 +116, Mallala White 108 +99, Balaklava Red 96 +40,
By John Glistak, Secretary WMBA Owen 87 +49.25, Balaklava White 87 -4. Division Two Red – 31 January 2009: Hamley White vs Mallala Black, Owen vs Hamley Red, Mallala White vs Balaklava Red, Balaklava White vs Balaklava Blue. In Division Two White, Port Wakefield Blue and Port Wakefield Gold both had sound wins against their respective opponents. The closest match of the round saw Riverton White take the points against sister side Riverton Black and also take over second spot. This Saturday’s round should see both Port Wakefield Gold and Riverton White have comfortable wins in their matches. Meanwhile Port Wakefield Blue will be keen to repeat their earlier win against Riverton Black. Division Two White – 24 January 2009: Port Wakefield Blue 84(12) (H. Brown 28, R. Hill 30, A. Brown 26) def. Tarlee 46(0) (D. Heathfield 16, R. Clarke 12, D. Rohde 18); Port Wakefield Gold 108(12) (A. Williams 47, A. Carslake 28, R. McGregor 33) def. Wasleys 40(0) (R. Modra 12, J. McDonnell 16, B. McDougall 12); Riverton White 74(10) (R. Hannaford 29, J. Glistak 25, P. Gates 20) def. Riverton Black 64(2) (B. Prime 19, R. Schulz 18, M. Prime 27). Standings: Port Wakefield Gold 88 +160, Riverton White 72 -4, Riverton Black 71 -12, Port Wakefield Blue 49 -145, Wasleys 35 -452, Tarlee 14 -454 Division Two White – 31 January 2009: Tarlee vs Port Wakefield Gold, Port Wakefield Blue vs Riverton Black, Wasleys vs Riverton White.
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A Bowler’s Bias
Name: Darryl Connolly Nickname: Billy Age: 53
Played bowls for: Four years Bowl for: Hamley Bridge Red Live: Hamley Bridge Profession: Operations manager Hobbies other than bowls: Fishing, socialising with family and friends Do you prefer to play on lawn or synthetic greens? Yet to play on synthetic green 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? Billy Connolly What was the last film you saw? Open Range What is your favourite movie, TV show, song? Men Behaving Badly, American Pie by Don McLean When you have to cook a meal for yourself, what is it? Chilli prawns with mango, avocado and orange salad If someone wrote a biography about you, what do you think the title should be? “Life and times of a short chubby bald man”
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Results of games played on Jan 21; Clare Red 34 (8) R Howes 20, B Sims 14 def. Blyth 32(2) R Wyatt 16, L Mader 16. Brinkworth 41 (8) P Meyer 21, J Goss 20 def. Balaklava 39 (2) K Harkness 18, H Philp 21. Snowtown 38(9) R Atkinson 21, R Brand 17 def. Clare White 24(1) L Ackland 7, T Haysman 17. Burra 42(8) C Boston 24, J Maidment 18 def. Spalding 35 (2) K Jackson 16, P Goodridge 19. Premiership table: Pts % Burra 111 57.71 Snowtn 104 58.62 Clare R 99 52.98 Blyth 64 50.20 Spalding 58 48.89 Balaklava 55 43.85 Brinkwth 46 44.78 Clare Wh 23 42.22 Wednesday January 28: Clare Red vs Burra; Balaklava vs Snowtown; Brinkworth vs Clare White; Blyth vs Spalding.
NORTHERN LIGHT WOMEN
Match results from Thursday January 22. Round Thirteen Auburn Black 39 (H Williams 23, S Hean 16) def Robertstown Green 34 (D Kotz 17, S Kimpton 17). Auburn Red 35 (M Parkinson 15, M Mount 20) lst Robertstown Gold 40 (E Ross 24, C Ruediger 16). Burra Gold 34 (D Broderick 20, K Maidment 14) def Saddleworth Gold 28 (C Reed 12, C Haydon 16). Burra Green 48 (L Sutton 22, H Stockman 26) def Tarlee 28 (J Rhode 14, S Molineux 14). Burra Red 37 (D Mengerson 27, D Day 10) def Saddleworth Blue 36 (B Schoenberg 7, R Richardson 29). Hallett 40 (R Jaquet 14, D Kealy 26) def Watervale 35 (P Walshaw 20, S Martin 15). Riverton Black 40 (A Harrip 24, M Prime 16) def Riverton Green 31 (E Passehl 11, J Przibilla 20). Riverton Blue 51 (M Keast 25, J Schroeder 26) def Mintaro 24 (S Ettridge 11, L Gooda 13). Spalding 24 (M Fleming 8, G Cruse 16) lst Booborowie 45 (M White 27, M Baldock 18). Premiership Table Round Thirteen Side Points Shots Booborowie 81 97 Auburn Black 78 174 Auburn Red 69 67 Riverton Blue 69 65 Riverton Black 68 108 Robertstown Gold 62 114 Robertstown Green 59 85 Mintaro 58 (18) Watervale 57 50 Burra Green 57 0 Saddleworth Blue 50 5 Spalding 49 (72) Burra Gold 47 (13) Riverton Green 42 (7) Burra Red 30 (158) Saddleworth Gold 23 (158) Hallett 21 (176) Tarlee 16 (163)
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Gilbert selected to play in state Croquet team Snowtown Croquet player Gilbert Schupelius has been selected in the SA State Croquet Team to compete against all other states in Sydney, in March, for the Interstate (Eire) Cup, and also play in the Australian Championships. Gilbert was a member of the State Team that finished fourth in the Eire Cup which was played in Brisbane, in April last year, where he won seven from 10 singles and three from five doubles games, to be the best performing male player of the State Team. The State Team comprises four men and four women. At the age of 13, Gilbert represented the state when selected in the SAPSASA School Boys Football Team, but considers representing SA in croquet a bigger honour and achievement. There are strategies, tactics and a lot of thinking in croquet and it has been compared to as if playing snooker on lawn. Gilbert started playing croquet in 1997 after his wife Pam started playing – brought home some balls and a mallet and practiced in the lounge room and passageway. This is the 10th croquet season Gilbert and Pam have been playing at Snowtown. There is always the challenge to improve one’s game. The saying “You only get out of a sport what you are prepared to put in” is correct, and the more practice you do, the better you can get. Some players in the Mid North area show promising ability and could develop into very good players if they would only do the hard yards, practice shots, play in tournaments and events against different players. Unfortunately, many croquet players in this area still play the 1980’s standard and have not stepped up to the 21st Century play. Imagine a league football team from the 1980’s playing a game against a current team. The present SA croquet coach, Dean Paterson,
GILBERT Schupelius has been selected in the SA State Croquet Team. learned croquet at Clare and played a lot of his croquet at Port Pirie. Simon Hockey of Jamestown, after missing several seasons with an injury, is now coming back into top level croquet again. Both Dean and Simon have represented not only SA, but have played for Australia against New Zealand and other countries.
GWEN and Bevan Duncan were Owen Bowling Club winners in the AER Mixed Pairs Challenge, held on December 29, 2008.
Several years ago, Dean was the Australian Champion. Whatever sport Gilbert has played, he has always endeavoured to play to the best of his ability and at the highest level for that sport. He has always been competitive, putting it down to playing football at home with his two brothers, who are five and six years older than him... “It was hard to get many kicks competing against them”, he said. Gilber never intended to play croquet. He was then playing bowls, but when they started to play Twilight croquet, he went along for a bit of fun, not having anything else to do. “I soon found it very interesting and challenging”, he said. “In bowls you only have to control one bowl at a time, but croquet you are controlling two balls and on some occasions even three.” There are a few different strokes, and although croquet might sound complicated, it is a game easily picked up. Gilbert switched his focus to croquet, finding “lawn bowls boring compared to croquet, one has a lot more thinking and planning to do and it’s a lot more challenging.” However, Gilbert still plays “the odd game of lawn bowls.” Anyone who has played other sports who have that hand-eye co-ordination would soon pick it up, and may also enjoy the challenge of the game. There are a number of clubs in the district which welcome any new players. Contacts: Clare – Rae Gierke 8842 1043 Blyth – Ruth Loader 8844 5200 Balaklava – Nancy Williams 8862 2117 Snowtown – Joylene Hoskin 8865 2160 There are also clubs on the Copper Coast, Port Pirie, Crystal Brook, Jamestown and Port Wakefield.
Colin Bennett shield goes to Lower North Lower North branch of the Past Presidents’ Bowls Association of SA, was successful in winning the Colin Bennett Shield for the first time in seven attempts. The match is played annually against Yorke Peninsula, and this year was played at Kadina. Ten teams of four from each branch, played one game before lunch and another game after lunch. Results were Lower North 158, Yorke Peninsula 146. Unfortunately donor of the shield, Colin Bennett, was unable to attend to make the presentation.
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Yorke Peninsula players come from both SYP and YP Associations, while Lower North have members from Clare and Snowtown in the north, to Two Wells, Gawler, and Barossa and Light in the south. Any bowler, man or woman, who has been a president of either a bowls club, or association is eligible to join either branch. A coach tour to the next Interstate Carnival, in Bundaberg Qld, in 2010 has been planned. Details are available for bowlers or non bowlers from David Lamond – 8862 2334.
BALAKLAVA: Division One. Balaklava v Owen at Balaklava. A Northcott, O Chapman, D Lamond, B Taylor (sk). C Bown, K McPharlin, M Northcott, P Thompson (sk). B Olsen, J Roberts, A Chivell, T Clifford (sk). Division Two. Balaklava White v Balaklava Blue. R McDonald, J Lee, L Zerk, R Hillman (sk). Z Guy, N Olsen, M Olsen, J Olsen (sk). B Moffatt, S Guy, H Philp, K Harkness (sk). Balaklava Blue v Balaklava White. L Day, R Greenshields, R McPharlin, P McPharlin (sk). J McPharlin, G Palmer, D Cottle, R Barr (sk). L Braddock, D Anderson, D Beare, C Milton (sk). Balaklava Red v Mallala White at Mallala. Cars: Seconds. T Whittaker, N Sampson, S Hawke, C Cowan (sk). C Stewart, A Barr, D Whittaker, B Hogben (sk). R May, C Welke, S Schumacher, K Cottle (sk). Bar: C Bown, A Northcott. Chicken Wheel: G Palmer. OWEN: Division One. Owen v Balaklava at Balaklava. B Duncan, P Freebairn, B Parker, N Harkness (sk). T Freebairn, W Hocking, G Bubner, K Warnes (sk). B Diehl, R Uppill, G Harkness, T Harkness (sk). Cars: W Hocking, P Freebairn, G Bubner departing at 12.45. Division Two. Owen v Hamley at Owen. J Robinson, C Hocking, W Hodgetts, A Tiller (sk). P McIntyre, R Hill, L Hean, L Beaty (sk). A Wandel, D Lauricella, K Gould, P Sullivan (sk).
Lauren named in Aussie women’s cricket team
Balaklava Red d Port Wakefield 46-27. L Barr 21 d B McQuire 16. L Harkness 25 d S Kempster 11. Balaklava Gold d Two Wells White 50-31. C Goldney 27 d S Underwood, K Catford 23 d M Maylin 18. Balaklava Green d Two Wells Red 44-40. F Rowlands 27 d B Molloy , M Gameau 27 d B Philp 17. Owen d Mallala Black 39-33. B Harnkess 22 d C King 10. B Roney 23 d G Wandel 17. Hamley Bridge d Mallala White 50-40. N Fyfe 27 d M Marshman 13. F Dunstan 27 d L Moloney 23. Premiership Table Owen 107 +107 Balaklava Gold 101 +69 Hamley Bridge 85 +43 Balaklava Red 70 +25 Balaklava Green 69 +28 Port Wakefield 65 -28 Mallala White 62 -17 Mallala Red 62 -19 Malalal Black 61 -3 Two Wells White 36 -77 Two Wells Red 31 -121
Lauren Ebsary, daughter of Pete and Kay of Barunga Gap, has been named part of the Australian women’s cricket team. The 25-year-old is a right-hand bat and right-arm medium for the Western Australian cricket team, and is yet to make her debut for the nation. Lauren moved from South Australia to Western Australia in 2007-08 with excellent results. In that season, she hit 236 runs to finish as one of the top 10 batters, also recording the fourth highest strike rate of 72.12. Lauren is described as an all-rounder, and is a key part of her team’s bowling attack. The 15-player national squad was named last Wednesday, and will contest the ICC Women’s World Cup from March 7 to March 22 this year. The squad also travels to New Zealand from February 1 to February 12 for a five-match Rose Bowl Series, before a Twenty20 International against New Zealand at the SCG on February 15.
Wooroora Women
Lauren Ebsary with her nieces and nephew Ocea, Tahlia and Deegan, of Barunga Gap, following a match against South Australia at Adelaide Oval.
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Ben ballboy at World Tennis Challenge Ben Michael was involved in the recent World Tennis Challenge, held from January 14-16 in Adelaide, as a ballboy. World Tennis Challenge (WTC) is a team competition between four countries, featuring one current and one past player from each country. This was the first competition of its type, the USA – Jim Courier and Taylor Dent taking home the glory. The four countries competing were Australia, France, Sweden and USA. On the Wednesday night, Ben had the pleasure of being ‘tackled’ by Pat Cash, and on the following night he carried the French flag out for the French team; consisting of Henri Leconte and Fabrice Santoro. He loved every minute of it even though he was very tired by Saturday morning. LEFT: Ben (right) is pictured with brothers, from left, Dillon, Toby and Callum, meeting Pat Cash. RIGHT: Ben in action as a ballboy. RIGHT INSET: Ben with Mark Philippoussis, Australia and Taylor Dent, USA.
Adelaide Plains boys win three out of five The Adelaide Plains Basketball senior men’s team played in the SA Country Championships at the Wayville stadium on Saturday January 24-26. Over the long weekend the team played against Strathalbyn, Riverland, Roxby Downs, Alice Springs and Port Augusta. They won three out of five games over Saturday and Sunday, then played off against the top team, Strathalbyn, in the semi-final Monday morning. This was a close and exciting game to
watch and one of the best games played by the team over the weekend. With 10 seconds left of play, both teams were even, but with a steal for Strathalbyn and a lucky three point shot, they sealed the game. Strathalbyn defeated the Adelaide Plains boys 55-52, then went on to win the grand final. Many thanks go to Matthew Gregory and Desinta Cummins for last minute coaching, and Gail Olsen for scoring.
Back from left: Danny Gardner, Jed Rowland, Justin Walker, Travis Olsen, front: Simon Nankivell, Jonathon Brice, Andrew Kielezynski and Stuart Gregory. Absent: James Sullivan and Todd Miles.
Under 14 girls steal two wins in carnival The Adelaide Plains under 14 girls basketball team had a convincing win at the Adelaide Plains Basketball Carnival, held at St Clair, December 13 and 14. The squad consisted of Ciara Guy, Ashleigh Williams, Brittany Koch, Shauni Tiller, Carly Williams, Stephanie McArdle, Lauren Maxwell, Amanda Marsden, coach Laurie Bull and team manager Michelle Tiller. The girls’ first game against a much taller SYP team was a 14-24 loss, with the girls having a slow start in the first half. The second half saw a much improved side, with some excellent rebounding and more accurate shooting, which built their confidence. Encouraged by their improvement from what was a solid warm up, the girls went up against the well established West Adelaide Bearcats. A strong all round team effort backed up several outstanding individual performances and resulted in a 26-3 whitewash over the fancied opposition. The whole standard of play was a huge improvement, with excellent rebounding, shooting and overall ball skills. The winning streak continued
with a 20-9 result over Strathalbyn, where turnovers resulting from strong defensive work was the critical feature leading to some excellent long passes and positive lay-ups. The team came back to earth in the last game with a 24-8 loss to Southern, a well disciplined district team with a very structured game plan. It was no surprise that they won the carnival. The girls were somewhat intimidated by the aggressive approach from an opposition strongly focused on winning. However, they came back strongly finishing with a couple of good shots. Over the carnival, the defensive work from Brittany, Ciara and Stephanie was at time brilliant and provided the foundation for the attacking unit of Shauni and Lauren to set up some good structured entries into the zone. Amanda showed her strength in rebounding, particularly in the first game. Ashleigh and Carly, who are younger than the rest of the squad, showed why they were selected with Ashleigh having an excellent all round game and Carly with some great defensive work.
Shauni and Lauren showed some excellent skills with a strong overall game, along with Brittany who set up some good team plays and intercepts. The girls played well together as a team, and the experience stands them in good stead for the next carnival. A noticeable feature of the carnival was the strong support that family and friends gave the country-based teams, and the friendly but competitive spirit they engendered. There was an obvious joy in participating, be it a win or a loss, as there was always a positive attitude. This made it an ideal environment for kids to enjoy the game and learn sportsmanship.
Game 1
AP 14 lost to SYPB 24 Lauren 6, Ashleigh 4, Ciara 3, Shauni 2
Game 2
AP 26 def West Adel 3 Shauni 13, Lauren 10, Stephanie 1, Ashleigh 1, Ciara 1
Game 3
AP 30 def Strath 9 Lauren 13, Shauni 4, Amanda 2, Ashleigh 1
Game 4
AP 8 lost to Southern Tigers 24 Shauni 5, Lauren 3
BRITTANY Koch, Adelaide Plains dribbles around her opponent. Adelaide Plains Basketball Association
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Name: Hayley Shepherd Nickname: Stickler, Sheps Age: 25 Height: 163cm Shoe size: 8 Team: Balaklava Storm Grade: Women’s division Lives: Balaklava, but on the wrong side of the tracks! Occuptaion: Farmer, bar wench, masseur Favourite basketballer? Jess Robertson, coz she is skilled and a team player Favourite team? Storm of course! Toughest opponent? Amy May – she’s short, but she makes up for it with her enthusiasm! When was the last time you fouled off? Years ago...
How would you lift the profile of basketball in Australia? Have a basketball version of The Footy Show Hobbies other than basketball? Boxing, which I love, with Penny Mathew at Happy Hearts Fitness If you won $20 million in Lotto, what would you do? Probably swear! Pay off house, buy a pool... If you were going to a desert island, name three things you would take with you? My dogs, music, chocolate (snickers) If The Plains Producer wrote a headline about you, what would it say? “Clare made me do it!” Favourite movie/TV show: Grey’s Anatomy
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RIGHT: Peter Lamont has the flag in sight as he chips the ball up onto the green.
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from the pitch
BELOW: Roger Hahn was so eager to get out to the golf course on Saturday that he forgot to change out of his work gear!
Funniest thing you have seen on a cricket oval? Matt Angel Best effort with bat or ball: 5 wickets in junior cricket Your most memorable moment in cricket: Watchman A grade grand final Strangest place you’ve turned up in your whites: Cricket Who would you least want to room with on tour? Why? Alby... let’s just say he can clear a room!
Name: Matt Angel Nickname: Angel Team: Lower North Cricketing Status: All-rounder Who would you least like to face up to? Why? Oren Hearnden, because he is lightning fast! Who is your favourite Waugh? Steve Who is your favourite Australian cricket captain? Shane Warne
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Blyth 24, C Bolvig 5, G Clark 7, N Williams 7, D Williams 3, def Balaklava 20 L Sutton 5, C Reimers 5, R Loader 7, J Hilzinger 5. Clare 31, E Semple 9, E Hooper 12, R Gierke 4, G Todd 6 def Snowtown 30, G Schupelius 12, J Gibson 6, P Schupelius 8, J Hoskin 4. At Balaklava a very enjoyable game was played with players going hoop for hoop. Jenny started off with a bang not missing a thing and sailing through hoops one after another. After the break, Ruth and Nancy had a tussle coming out even. Dulcie found it hard because every time she got near a hoop the opponent came and took her away. Great to see Blyth get the whole six points. There was great excitement at Clare. They had a win over Snowtown by one hoop. Comments written on the score card were most enjoyable. Euan and Ellie had 21 hoops to Gilbert and Jean’s 18. Rae and Gorgie were two behind Pam and Joylene. There would have been great excitement when there were adding up the score. Well done Clare.
Golf Balaklava Men
Few sights can chill the heart of local golfers than that of Ron Butterworth, strolling from the car park, wearing a smile. However, that’s just what Rotten Ron did to the field last Saturday as we prepared for the Stableford competition. After a couple of hours, Ron’s smile had grown much bigger and could be seen more easily than the man himself, a little like the Sydney Harbour Bridge can be seen at almost every turn in that fair city. By the time he hit the 19th and deposited his card, Ron’s smile was so wide that he had to make a conscious effort to reign it in before he could enter the building. With his score of 38 he had easily accounted for R. Gordon (36) who beat I. Michael on a count back. They were followed in turn by C. Williams (34), D. Hannaford (33), M. Hameister (31), R. Lawson (29), W. Nagle (27), P. Lamont (26), J. Michael (25) and R. Hahn (20). Young Tate Michael made a successful return from spending weeks trying to eat the entire crab stocks of Spencer Gulf, scoring 38 points and giving the claw to both Dean Trickett (34) and Gerry Toms. Others to climb into the net were S. Purdue (32), G. Sonntag (32), B. Michael (31), B. Stewart (31), D. Addison (26), A. Leaver (25), A. Henstridge (18) and N. Mellow (13). Jye Neale had a hit as well, but for reasons of handicapping. Brian Stewart achieved the only Birdie of the day, on No. 3, where he also took out Nearest the Pin. Bill Parkin retired early, but not before claiming the 8th. while Rob Lawson stitched up the 13th, calmly smacking home an Eagle to boot. Twilight Golf starts again as from this Thursday, so hopefully we’ll get slightly cooler evenings than this crop of nonsense prevailing at present.
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Eight golfers competed on Jan 21. Results: John Curnow 41, Merv Hameister 39, Gerry Toms 39, Don Anderson 35, Bill Berry 34, Dean Trickett 33, Dene Newton 32, Wayne Nagle 30. Birdies: M Hameister 1,2; Bill Berry 8; Dene Newton 8.
Shooting Adelaide Plains
Cyclists & Torrens Valley: A Grade: F Pinyon 96.4. B Grade: J Pinyon 94.3. Sighters: F Pinyon 19. Handicap results: J Pinyon 48.1, 46.2 (8) 100. R Nicholls 45.2, 46.2 (11) 100. G Apthomas 44.2, 47.1 (9) 100. P Gale 49.1, 46.2 (4) 99. F Pinyon 48.3, 48.1 (3) 99. P Fry 43.1, 44.1 (5) 92. Cyclists & Torrens Valley F Class. F open G Hutchins 176. F Standard L White 164. Sighters: G Hutchings 39/60. Hanidcap Results: L White 79, 85 (30) 194. M Standing 71, 82 (38) 192. G Hutchings 89, 87 (15) 191. B Clifton 75, 83 (36) 174. Light River. A Grade: B Clark 96.8. B Grade: W Buddle 96.4. Sighters: B Wrightson 20.2. Handicap Results: B Hall 49.7, 47.3 (14) 120. B Clark 47.4, 49.4 (14) 118. W Buddle 47.2, 49.2 (18) 118. P Bothwell 46.2, 45.2 (20) 115. B Rogers 41.1, 44.1 (18) 115. R Spillman 46.1, 48.3 (13) 111. B Wrightson 40.3, 46.2 (13) 110. G Lewis 48.3, 46.1 (12) 110. Phoenix. A Grade: D Logos 96.6. B Grade: M Bialkowski 95.4. Sighters: C George 19.3. Handicap Results: D Logos 46.1, 50.5 (19) 121. M Challen 49.3, 46.3 (19) 120. C George 47.4, 47.5 (18) 119. G Henderson 43.1, 47.4 (24) 119. J Samuel 47.3, 48.5 (15) 118. M Bialkowski 49.1, 46.3 (18) 117. C Williams 46.3, 47.2 (15) 113. D Clarke 45.1, 44 (23) 113. Phoenix F Class. F Standard R Mousley 104. Handicap Results: R Mousley 57, 57 (5) 119. C Mousley 52, 52 (14) 118. S Cowie 54, 48 (29) 131. K Neale 51, 43 (21) 115. T Stubing 48, 42, (21) 111. M Ware 45, 47 (V) 92. Postal & Railways. A Grade: S Giles 93.6. B grade: M Bethune 91.3. C Grade: M Bethune 91.3. Sighters: I Mackintosh 19.2. Handicap Results: M Bethune 47.2, 44.1 (13) 100. S Giles 48.4, 45.2 (8) 100. V Synusas 46.2, 47.3 (7) 100. D Barr 43, 47.2 (10) 100. A Buchell 41, 44 (13) 98. A McFarlane 45.2, 46.2 (6) 97. B Phillips 43.1, 42.1 (12) 97. I Mackintosh 44.3, 45.3 (7) 96.
Mallala Gun club
Results from Monday January 26 where 28 competed in hot conditions. 20 Target double barrel: A: R Fleming, P Hall, G Gilbert, G Read, J Byrnes, M Stokes, A Mattschoss 20/20. B: B Zanker, G Hopgood, A ZUpanic 20/20. C: A Goodridge 20/20. 50 target point score. A and overall: M Stokes 148/150. Second, B Dempster 146/150. B: S Byrnes 144/150, second J Mitchell 141/150. C: A Goodridge 144/150, second: G Tapscott 132/150. 20 Target handicap Australia Day medallions and Irish team shoot. First: A Tapscott 32/32. Second: R Borzillo 31/32. Third: J Byrnes 20/21. Winning team: Mallala No 1. 92/100. B Dempster, B Cottell, G Hopgood, B Zanker, G Gilbert. Next shoot: Sunday February 15.
Tennis Saturday Senior
After having a bye the week prior, the Balaklava side (last week) played host to Saddleworth. However, the incapacitated captain Angela Battle found it would’ve been easier to have had the bye the week later than it was as many players, with or without a reasonable excuse, were unavailable to play! With the ladies side very short and her back taped from too much cavorting, Angela was still prepared to play rather than forfeit three sets, but her devoted husband Hayden, on a bye from cricket, volunteered to play instead, as a woman! Thanks Hayden - you’re a lifesaver! We also welcomed Nathan Yates for his season debut, and he teamed up with Hayden, sporting a very nice skirt, for their mixed doubles, which they won in style! Ladies fill-in, Don Veitch, was also sporting a lovely skirt, and had a good win with young gun Scott McDonald. Top pair Derek Friedrichs and Helen Barry couldn’t quite click together going down in a marathon tiebreaker against the Saddleworth stalwart Greg Schmaal and daughter Heidi. Oddly though, the Balak pair had relatively easy singles wins which was a turnaround from their doubles. In reverse, Rick Lamond and Pauline Hill had a big doubles win, but had much tighter singles. Mr Fabulous Phil Barry and the recently engaged Tammy Barr, won their doubles, but obviously Tammy was distracted by her stud muffin Nick, sitting and watching on the sidelines in her singles, as she crashed to the still talented and cunning Chris Dixon. Sharalyn Pike was pitted against the sporty Chris Schmaal with Shaz eventually taking the honours in that battle. Derek and Phil were ruthless in their singles against father and son Greg and Jared respectively, but with good rallies played. The singles match of the day was Scott McDonald against Luke Boehm, with the latter winning an epic tiebreaker in a high quality set. Good to see the young lads going for their shots. Apparently Scott was playing in preparation for attending the Australian Open, and was that him streaking one day? We couldn’t see his face! Another long singles was Jeremy Lomman’s, who, as is his trademark, had a marathon only to lose 6-4. Nathan was back to his brilliant best having a good win. The straight doubles was fairly close, especially in the ladies sets. Helen and Pauline won a long 7-5, while Tammy, who was ripped back into order by partner Don, won 6-3. However Shaz and Hayden came second 6-4, spoiling their three set winning attempt! The mens doubles saw big wins to the top two pairs, but poor old Jeremy and Nathan went down in yet another 6-4! At least JL was consistent with every set score being 6-4! Well done to three set winners Rick, Phil, Pauline, and Don! Final score Balaklava 18-136 defeated Saddleworth 6-71. Of course, the team had the long weekend off and will play again on Jan 31! Until then, when men may not have to wear the skirts (not that there’s anything wrong with that).
Seniors % Blyth Balaklava Clare Lawn Saddleworth Watervale Hilltown Hardcourt B Grade Riverton Sevenhill Auburn Clare Lawn Mintaro Hilltown Saddleworth Blyth
A Grade Mch Total 9 8 1 9 6 2 9 5 2 10 3 5 10 3 5 9 3 4 10 0 8 Mch W 11 8 10 7 10 6 10 5 11 6 11 1 11 1 10 2
L 1 1 2 4 3 6 8 6
W
L
0 0 0 0 0 0 1 F 0 0 0 0 1 2 1 1
F
Pts
For
Ag
25 1147 20 924 19 827 16 803 16 692 15 606 8 547
728 712 576 893 987 675 975
61.17 56.48 58.95 47.35 41.22 47.31 35.94
1875 1636 1403 1696 1679 1281 1522
Pts 27 24 22 19 21 11 11 12
Ag 627 735 761 811 765 835 1028 805
% 56.40 56.28 54.65 50.15 54.87 40.74 41.86 44.02
Total 1438 1681 1678 1627 1695 1409 1768 1438
For 811 946 917 816 930 574 740 633
Missing scoresheets from Lawn vs Sevenhill, Auburn vs Blyth 17/1 Juniors Mch W Clare Lawn Blue 8 8 ClareLawn White 8 7 Hardcourt Eagles 7 5 Saddleworth 8 4 Hardcourt Crows 7 4 Auburn Black 7 4 Auburn Red 8 3 ClareLawn Green 7 3 Sevenhill 7 3 Hardcourt Hawks 7 2 Clare Lawn Red 7 1 Blyth Alligators 7 1 Blyth Crocodiles 8 0
L 0 1 2 3 2 2 4 3 4 5 5 6 8
F 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Pts 24 22 17 17 16 16 15 14 13 11 10 9 8
For 478 456 397 348 359 327 318 319 363 369 256 282 282
Ag 302 341 326 326 269 287 376 283 399 372 340 436 497
% 61.28 57.21 54.91 51.63 57.17 53.26 45.82 52.99 47.64 49.80 42.95 39.28 36.20
Total 780 797 723 674 628 614 694 602 762 741 596 718 779
stanley Cricket Results of A1 Stanley Cricket played at Balaklava on January 24
Lower North vs Auburn/Mintaro Match won by - Auburn/Min Lower North Batting T.McPharlin ct B.Hall b K.Allen.......... 27 T.Moulds ct S.Williams b Cam Grace 20 J.Mahoney ct B.Hall b K.Allen............. 7 J.McPharlin ct T.Norman b Cam Grace 3 S.Williams ct M.Norman b M.Hindmarsh..................................... 53 C.Chapman ct M.Norman b S.Pike... 16 D.Hill Run Out................................... 19 S.McGuiness b Colby Grace............... 5 L.Wright Not Out.................................. 5 J.Napper Run Out............................... 3 C.Heslop Not Out................................ 0 Extras 13 Total 9/172 Auburn/Mintaro Bowling Bowler O M W R S.Pike 8 1 1 33 M.Prince 4 0 0 7 Colby Grace 8 2 1 24 M.Hindmash 8 0 1 34 Cam Grace 7 1 2 21 K.Allen 8 1 2 32 T.Grace 2 0 0 12
Auburn/Mintaro Batting M.Norman st J.Mahoney b T.McPhar 57 D.Norman ct J.Mahoney b S.McGuin 11 S.William lbw C.Chapman................... 2 M.Hindmarsh ct J.Mahoney b T.McPharlin........................................ 15 K.Allen ct T.McPharlin b C.Heslop..... 23 M.Prince ct C.Helop b C.Chapman... 39 S.Pike b C.Heslop............................... 0 T.Grace b C.Chapman......................... 0 Colby Grace Not Out........................... 6 B.Hall............................................. DNB Cam Grace.................................... DNB Extras 22 Total 8/178 Lower North Bowling Bowler O M W R L.Wright 7 2 0 18 S.McGuiness 9 0 1 42 C.Heslop 9 1 2 22 C.Chapman 9 1 2 34 T.McPharlin 7 0 2 37 J.Napper 3 0 0 16
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$146 million State government relief package:
“Regional Recharge� is coming to Arthurton Oval from midday on Sunday, February 8. “Regional Recharge� is an expo of community services, local businesses and information for rural families. The expo will feature interesting and informative speakers who will address issues pertaining to farming, small businesses, surviving adversity and maintaining mental health. The Billy T band will entertain the crowd with music from the Johnny Cash tribute show and comedian Dale Elliot will be hosting the event. Admission is free and there will also be a free BBQ. The purpose of the expo is to raise community capacity and awareness in these challenging times when rural people are dealing with the difficulty of climate change and the global financial crisis.
Drought recovery plan identifies future needs Farming enterprises affected by the drought will benefit from the latest $146 million package of ongoing relief measures announced by the State government. The $146 million package includes providing ongoing support for the Planning for Recovery program which allocates grants of $4,000 to farmers for the development of integrated business plans, plus up to $10,000 to make on-farm changes. To date 1100 grants have been provided under this initiative and the extra funding for allow another 270 farming enterprises to develop busi-
ness plans. One of a handful of approved Drought Recovery consultants in the area, Dave Lomman from Darolom Business Services in Kapunda, said the Planning for Recovery program offered farmers an opportunity to explore current farming operations and identify areas for improvement or change. “Farmers I am working with have used the Drought Recovery program to implement changes, not only to help their operation get through the drought, but to build sustainability for the future. “For some farmers it is the first time they have given
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A new state-wide project will provide farmers with the know-how on combating costly soil issues. The $499,500 project, to be managed by Rural Solutions SA, will demonstrate to farmers how they can best manage their soils through the adoption of new soil management techniques and technologies. The project is supported by the Advisory Board of Agriculture, Southern Mallee Agricultural Bureau and McKillop Farm Management Group, with funding from the Australian Government National Landcare Program - Sustainable Practices Grant. ABA Chair, Mark Dennis, says the two-year project will include the establishment of demonstration field sites in the Northern and Yorke, Eyre Peninsula, mid South East, and Murray Mallee agricultural districts. It will also include field days held throughout the state, where soil management issues will be discussed, along with
demonstrations on various soil amelioration techniques, including clay spreading and delving. “This project will give farmers the confidence to better manage their soil,� Mr Dennis said. “It will give them the tools and know how to find out what’s best for them and see it in action before reaching into their own pockets to implement it on-farm. “Currently farmers can spend up to $200 per hectare to conduct their own trials, and still they have no guarantees that it will work. “This is about empowering land managers to build healthier, more robust soils through the innovative management of soil constraints.� Soil constraints include water repellent sands, bleached sand layers, sub soil compaction and restricted rooting depth due to sodic subsoils. The program is also supported by the Department for Water, Land and Biodiversity Conservation.
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Contact Shayn 8862 1222
January 2009
Summer Weed Control Landholders are urged to control summer weed outbreaks caused by recent widespread rains. The pest plant ‘caltrop’ is particularly vigorous at this time of year and can damage agricultural produce and native biodiversity. ‘Caltrop is a “Declared Weedâ€?, which means landholders are responsible for managing outbreaks on their properties,’ said Grant Roberts Team Leader Lower North, Northern and Yorke Natural Resources Management Board. ‘Caltrop is toxic to stock, contaminates wool and stock feed, and damages native vegetation and bush shelter belts,’ he said. Mr Roberts said it is important to identify and control Caltrop while outbreaks are still small, and before the burrs and seeds are formed. ‘Caltrop burrs are very prickly and damage the feet of stock and farm animals and are easily spread by animals and machinery,’ he said. ‘They are also a nuisance in community parks and recreation areas, because they can injure feet and can cause punctures in the bicycle tyres,’ he said. Caltrop control measures include: • Remaining vigilant and monitoring outbreaks; • Ensuring stock and farm produce is checked and cleaned before leaving farms; • Ensuring adequate buffers are maintained around known outbreaks. Landholders are also reminded that is also an offence to transport declared weeds or anything containing them, or to sell the plant or any goods that carry them. For more information, please contact one of the Board’s offices at Riverton 8847 2544, Minlaton 8853 2795, Orroroo 8658 1086.
www.nynrm.sa.gov.au
NYKNRM011109
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WE HEARD n Caught red-faced – They were just about to tuck in to a delightful morning tea of a big feed of donuts when they were “sprung� by dietitian Adele Wood, delivering the healthy goodie basket from Lower North Health. Oops! Where to hide? And to think the donuts were purchased by one of the “fitness freaks� at Wakefield Regional Council!
Training our ‘foodies’ flavour of the month
Locals are being called on to become ‘community foodies’ to teach children, sports clubs and community members about nutrition. Community foodies will receive free training in basic food and nutrition, and three training sessions are scheduled within the local area early next month. Information sessions will be held at Mallala Hotel on Wednesday, February 4 from 1.30pm to 3pm; Eagles Sports and Community Centre, Port Wakefield, on Friday, February 6, from 10.30am to midday; and the Anglican Church Hall, Balaklava, on Friday, February 6 from 1.30pm to 3pm. • SEE the advertisement below for more details.
DELIVERING the health message to the workplace is dietician Adele Wood, left, with Balco employees (from left) Sameka Colley, Emma-Lee Lomman, Megan Shepherd and Craig Cox.
Working on their health
Local dieticians were out in force last week, delivering baskets of goodies – with a message. The Lower North Health team were promoting Healthy Weight Week, which is held this week. And since most adults spend much of their time at work, Lower North Health targeted large workplaces in the region, outlining ways employers can help employees to make healthy lifestyle choices. Staff at The Plains Producer, Balco, Wakefield Regional Council, and Wakefield Medical Centre, and six Clare businesses were treated to huge baskets of fresh fruit to snack on, as well as advice on how workplaces can be more health friendly. Dietician Adelaide Wood saidthis included encouraging active times during lunch breaks, such as
walking groups; limiting exposure to biscuits, cakes and snack foods, but having a bowl of fruit for staff to access; have a water cooler available; and be a breastfeeding friendly workplace. And to help individuals make the switch to a healthy lifestyle, Lower North Health is offering a new Live It Up program, a five program session to be held over five weeks. It supports participants to set personal lifestyle goals around weight, exercise, and stress, with a different topic presented each week by a health worker, including a physiotherapist, dietician, diabetes educator, health promotion officer and occupational therapist. The free program will be held later this year. To register your interest, phone
the health promotion officer on 8842 6500. In addition, monthly sessions are held with Lower North Health dieticians for those wanting to make healthy diet and lifestyle changes. The sessions are open to those keen to lose weight, lower cholesterol, lower blood glucose levels or establish healthy eating habits. The free sessions will be held on Wednesdays at lunch time so those with work commitments are still able to attend. To book into a session, held at the daycare centre behind Balaklava Hospital or at the Wellbeing Centre at Clare Medical Centre, phone Lower North Health dieticians on 8842 6500. For more healthy weight tips, visit www.healthyweightweek. com.au
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Loader & Backhoe Service •7 days•Good rates •Local operator •Trucks also available
Phone Nick on
0408 803 434
Multi Exhaust & Brake
Virginia • Exhaust • Brakes • Suspension • Radiators • Servicing Cnr Old Pt Wakefield & Gawler Roads, Virginia (opp. Virginia Hotel)
Phone us on 8380 9477
BP
Feed Barn
Don’t go past !
TWO WELLS BP •Open 7 Days until 9 pm •Trailer Hire • Tyre Repairs •Auto Accessories • Mobile phone recharge cards
Old Port Wakefield Road, Phone Two Wells 8520 2332
Communications Lic No. 00 280 321 178
Exhausts & Brakes
• Stock/horse feed • Bird seed •Vet lines • Dog & cat food If you can’t see it, ask & we’ll get it !
Finance Brokers
Pool and Spa
Need Finance?
Hinds Maintenance
We are here now ready to help with‌
3 Home & investment property mortgages 3 Small business & commercial loans 3 Rural loans 3 Refinancing 26 Edward Street, Pt Wakefield Ph/Fax: (08) 8867 1588 Email: franke@bigpond.com
Hotel / Motel
Two Wells Tavern/Motel ✴ Accommodation ✴ Meals ✴ ATM ✴ Pokies ✴ SKY ✴ TAB
Smoke free dinning plus large choice of salad/veg bar every evening
Mallala Feed Barn Phone 8527 2244
116 Old Pt Wakefield Rd - Ph 8520 2210
Fencing
Pest & Weed Control
For all your telstra needs Specialising in: 3Additional Phone Sockets 3Broadband Networking 3Pre-wiring homes 3TV Antennas Supplied & Fitted Ph: 8520 2169 Mob: 0410 404 200 Email: texel@twpo.com.au
The Fencing Bloke Mark Gardner Ph: 0428 109 842 - Mallala
Prompt and professional service
Phone - 0407 443 525 Repairs & Hire •Ride On Mowers •Tillers Pumps •Generators •Fire Extingushers •Fuels & Lubricants
NOWA
Australia Pty Ltd • Sale Service • Repairs • Hire •Free Delivery
Since 1959
Old Pt Wakefield Rd, Virginia
Phone 8380 9154
Recycling
Adelaide Plains Recycling
ACA Approved
Hart to Hart Communications
Lic - PGE 5608 • General plumbing • Pool and spa maintenance • Rainwater tank cleaning and water filters • Regular Pool Cleaning • Pool heating •Auto pool cleaning
Trading Hours: Monday to Saturday 9am to 12noon “No Worries With The Team From Murray’s�
For Termites and all other pest problems across the Lower North call
Simon and Jessica Davies
8562 1999 or 0409 123 866
Cash paid for
Bottles, Cans, Scrap Metal 31 Road Train Drive, Two Wells (off Middle Beach Rd)
IF YOU’RE IN BUSINESS ... you and your customers can’t afford to miss our extra monthly TRADER’S PAGE. Ph: 8862 1977 for details.
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Real Estate
Real Estate
Rural Real Estate Expertise
For Rent
Balaklava. Spacious 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home, features polished floors, big games room, triple carport, great location, walk to everything. $250pw. Ph 8841 3900.
www.landmark.com.au
Lease by expressions of interest
Hoyleton. 10 minutes from Balaklava, 10 minutes from Auburn. 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, neat and tidy home on ½ acre. $140pw. Ph 8841 3900.
Beaufort / Bowmans / Pt Wakefield
Hundreds of Goyder & Inkerman
4017.40 Ha
as a whole or in lots
Lot 1 - 708.61 Ha Lot 2 - 1670.98 Ha
9927 Ac
MALLALA - Duplex renovated, two b/r, reverse cycle aircond., patio and carport. $200 p/w. Phone 8527 2687.
Lot 3 - 1503.03 Ha Lot 4 - 134.76 Ha
Expressions of interest close 12 noon February 20, 2009. Lease to commence March 31. Lease for 3 years. Inspection by appointment. Expressions of interest marked ‘Beaufort / Bowmans / Pt Wakefield ‘.
List your property with Elders and receive expert advise from the largest, most experienced rural estate company in Australia.
For Sale
12ft Aluminium dinghy; Honda 15hp four stroke, new galvanised trailer (registered YHJ 846). Safety gear - used once only $5,500. Ph 0428 890 107.
Landmark Balaklava - 8862 1333 Port Wakefield Road Mel Haynes 0408 086 021
Contact Graeme Hann, your local rural sales specialist in the Lower North at Elders on 8521 0302, 0417 814 659, fax 8524 8311 or email graeme.hann@elders.com.au
RLA 102485
Coming Events
1982 Volvo 244GL sedan, good condition, clean reliable vehicle, good tyres and rego VMW-092. $700 ono. Phone 8864-5035.
WAKEFIELD REGIONAL CALISTHENICS CLUB
2003 Yamaha TTR90ES, excellent condition, well maintained, no further use, $1,800. Phone 8844 3201 or 0429 937 152.
Registration Night
3 DRISCOLL TCE. PARHAM
$185,000
4pm at Balaklava Uniting Church Hall
Inquiries to Sam Tiller 8862 2236
Perfect get away at the beach. Commuting distance from the city.
You must inspect this weekender at the beach and see how it will fit into your relaxation program. The home has a large kitchen and living area and 2 bedrooms as well as a bathroom, laundry area and toilet. The home has a reverse cycle split system air conditioner for that all year round comfort. This is all situated on a large allotment and it is ready for you to put your personal touches to it. From this location you are only minutes away from launching your boat and out for a days fishing or crabbing. Properties of this price range are extremely hard to come by so make the most of your chances today as it might not be here tomorrow.
Sect 526 Halbury via Balaklava $279,500 all offers considered. 3.197ha {7.9ac}
You must inspect this property to appreciate the open spaces & peaceful setting of this 3 b.room family home, plus study. The mod.kitchen overlooks the spacious family & dining area with adj.6mx4m lounge. The interior has been completely ren.& tastefully decorated. Modern conveniences include dble insul.walls, ducted air cond., pot belly & new solar HWS. Outbuildings include 2 sheds, carport & an excellent games room/workshop. The property has full mains pressure plus 2 tanks in a superb park like setting. The property will suit horses, hobby farming or just sit back and relax.
49 Short Tce, Balaklava
The complete package.
$199,950
Hummocks Netball Club
Thursday February 26, ‘09
4wd camper trailer, Cameron canvas, pull out kitchen, lots of storage, excellent condition, $8,500, reg no. TNK 762. Ph8844 3230 or 0428 152 267.
at 7.30pm at the Eagles Sports & Community Centre, Pt Wakefield • Intending players and coaches names to be submitted prior to this date to: Tracy Angel (President) 8844 3201 or 0428 443 201 Jess Taylor (Secretary) 0409 081 513 Cheryl Appleby (Coach) 0438 011 973
Black angus cattle, prime condition, well bred. 4x 2 year old steers, $800 each. 3 year old bull, proven, $1,500. Ph 0439 700 977.
Notice of Meetings
16 East Street, Pt Wakefield $169,500
• at the Boards Gawler Office, 8 Adelaide Rd, South Gawler
3 Bedroom cottage with office or extra bedroom. New carport and pergola area. Two family area’s and a galley style kitchen. Don’t let this one get away from you it’s top value. Currently on a fixed max. rent due to HIA order. This is an ideal 1st home so take advantage of the doubled gov. grant.
The agenda will be available from Wednesday 4th February 2009 and can be obtained by phoning the Board on 8273 9100.
Custom hand made knives - stainless steel, carbon steels, knife sharpening & repairs, knife restoration. Hansen Custom Knives. Phone 8862 2360 or 0407 577 054.
• Monday 9th February 2009 from 9:30am
The public are welcome to attend meetings as observers.
RLA 150881
www.amlrnrm.sa.gov.au
Balaklava house block, 840 m2, close to shops and schools. Quiet street. Phone 0433 354 783. BALAKLAVA High School has Triticale hay & wheaten chaff for sale, hay $55 including GST roll and chaff $18 including GST bag. Phone 0417 768 303.
All players and supporters are encouraged to attend
The next meeting of the Northern NRM Group of the Adelaide and Mount Lofty Ranges Natural Resources Management Board will be held on:
22 George Street • Balaklava 5461 phone 8862 2172 • fax 8862 1280 www.realestate.com.au/agents/buttterfield
22FT caravan/annex on-site W.I.W.O Port Wakefield Caravan Park, $17,500 o.n.o. Newly Renovated. Phone 08 8668 4208 or 0429 002 158.
General Meeting
This immaculate 3 b/r home is fully established & ready for you to move. It’s packed with features incl. polished boards, ducted r/c a/c. & an office. Also a mod. kitchen, outside entertaining area & huge shed with pit & 3 phase power plus extra storage or car sheds.
Great cottage on a double block and it’s cheap.
2005 VZ SV6, 6 speed manual, tinted windows, power windows / mirrors, 91,000 kms, good tyres, 1 owner, 4 months rego, service history, 9.8 Ltr / 100 kms, $20,500 neg. Phone 8528 2480.
Dining table and chairs, 1940s, oak oval table 1820 x 1200, 4 chairs and 2 carvers, good condition, $400 o.n.o. Avon - Phone 8862 7041 or 0402 883 960.
AMLNRM011397
REAL ESTATE
Monday February 2, 2009
Elfinvale black & tan kelpie pups, 10 weeks old, 1 male, 2 female, $30 each o.n.o. Good as working dogs or pets. Ph: 0430 365 511.
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For Sale
Hay - new season, small square oaten hay, $6 per bale. Balaklava Museum. Phone: 8862 1741. HOLDEN ASTRA CD 2000 - Green 4 door hatchback manual, 83,000km, CD, aircon, cruise, central locking. One lady owner, reg WMC-319. $10,450. Phone 0422 006 647. Holden Rodeo 1997 4wd traytop turbo diesel a/c towbar 5 speed manual excellent condition. $9250 o.n.o. Reg WAR 766. Leyland Boxer Beavertail tray 5 x 2 speed diesel. Fair condition $5500 o.n.o. Phone: 8864 2220 or 0429 642 221. INTER AL160 tipper, grain sides, suit farm use RNA175, $1,500. Wisconsin V4 petrol motor, electric start, $1,500. Ph: 0448 659 269. Island Star caravan, 2002, 19’ 6”, queen size bed, 3 way fridge, air conditioner, cooktop/oven, microwave, 12v or 240 v system, roll out awnings. Phone: 8862 1695 or 0427 829 297, $34,000. New all purpose car trailer, 4m x 2m, $4,300. Phone: 0428 988 799. Mitsubishi Starwagon GLX 2003, 2.3 L, Automatic, 107,000kms, Dual A/C, Power Brakes, steering, and windows, Bluetooth installed, 8 Seater, New tyres, asking $14,500 ONO reg no. XJC 165. Contact No. 0412 038 506. Remember our “Advertise it until it sells deal’. For just $19.80. You can have your for sale advert in for 9 weeks*. Phone us today on 8862 1997 or email producer@rbe.net.au or fax 8862 1977 to take advantage of this great deal.* Conditions apply. SIX person massage master sports spa, 45 jets, emerald green with lockable hard cover, only 2 1/2 years old, hardly used, $6,000 o.n.o. Phone 0433 354 783. XF Ford Fairmont sedan. Runs well, new reconditioned motor, LPG, 6 cylinder, registered XFS 284, wrecking. Parts from $5 or $600 lot. Phone 8862 1905 XR6 Falcon ute 2002. Silver, 85,800km, hard lid, tinted windows, CD player, tow pack. $15,800. Phone Marc 0419 803 881. Yardman ride-on mower, bought Nov 07, under warranty 16HP Kohler motor, Briggs & Stratton, parts, 5 gears, key start, 42 inch cut. Used for approx 3 hours, purchased $3,000, selling $2,700 ono. Phone 8566 2993
Garage Sale
Balaklava - 12 Whitwarta Road. Saturday January 31, 8am to 1pm. Household items, bric-a-brac, tools galore. Massive moving sale, household, workshop and gardening goods, antiques and vintage. Follow signs at Whitwarta, Saturday January 31, 8am.
Public Notice
CASH for cans and bottles, Owen Recycling - 18 Railway Tce, Owen. Wed 10-5; Sat 10-1 or by appointment. Ph8528 6307. SAILPLANE flights. The Balaklava Gliding Club has $60 gift vouchers available for passenger flights any weekend from their airfield 10km north west of Balaklava on main Snowtown road. Phone 8864 5062 for bookings.
Work Wanted
Asbestos Remover now operating in your area. We specialise in Asbestos Registers and Annual Inspections. Reasonable rates, clean, safe, license 90314. Phone 0428 840 451 or wattsasbestos. com.au.
Wanted to buy
OLD petrol bowser or parts, old signs, tins, oil bottles, books, brochures, plough seats, seed drill ends, cow bells, military items, old comics, badges, medals, anything old in any condition, cash paid. Phone Rob 8846 4079.
21st Birthday
Jericho - Adam. Congratulations on your 21st Birthday. Best wishes for a healthy successful happy future. Love Dad, Mum, Samuel, Jonathon, Nicholas. ZERK - Kaden. Happy 21st Birthday, love and best wishes for your future. Love Mum and Dad, Travis and Taryn.
40th Wedding
REINKE (nee EAST). Leith and Lenore married January 25, 1969. Congratulations and best wishes on this special occasion and we hope there are many more good times to be had. Lots of Love from Michael (dec), Alicia, Bradley and Charlotte, Mandy, Shane, Mikaela and Joshua xxxx
Birth
Marsden-Meek. Andrew and Cilla are delighted to welcome the early but safe arrival of Slater Sunny, 4lb 15oz on January 22, 2009 at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital. Special thanks to the Royal Flying Doctors Service and staff at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital.
Engagement
Jacka-TillEr. Di and Kev of Normanville, together with Jenny and Allan of Pinery are delighted to announce the engagement of Ali and Kelvin on December 23, 2008. Love and best wishes from both families.
Return Thanks
Moody - Lynnette (nee Anderson). Felicity, Damien and Talise, Haidee, Paul and Brae and Tate, Isobel and Don, Carolyn and Victor, Alison and Graham and families sincerely thank relatives and friends for their loving support, beautiful cards and flowers, prayers, visits, phone calls and food during Lynn’s illness and following the loss of our dearly loved Mother and Nan, daughter, sister and aunty. Thanks to Modbury Hospice and palliative care team and RDNS for loving care to Lynn. Also to Pastor Brian Teakle for his special thanksgiving service message and loving concern for all the family. Thank you to all who attended the service and for donations to RDNS and WCH. Please accept this as our personal thanks. “Forever loved and remembered”.
Thank you
Harkness - Beth and Alan would like to thank their family and friends for cards, gifts, phone calls and congratulations on their golden wedding anniversary.
Advertising Deadline Monday 5pm
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CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING v PHONE: 8862 1977 EMAIL: producer@rbe.net.au FAX: 8862 1997 WAKEFIELD REGIONAL CALISTHENICS CLUB Instructor Required Monday nights February - September
BALAKLAVA PHYSIOTHERAPY
Contact Sam Tiller 8862 2236
Darren Davey & Rodney Burgess
Expression of interest
ALSO VISITING
Physio Appointments & enq.
8862 2200 or 0448 862 222 Introducing
Kylie Button Massage Therapist
0428 359 394
Is available Wednesday at the following 39 great locations… Adrossan - Adrossan Newsagency Adelaide - Rundle Mall Plaza Newsagency ANGLE VALE - Angle Vale Newsagency - Virgara Fruit & Veg Auburn - Auburn Welcome Mart - Auburn Roadhouse and Deli Balaklava - Balaklava Newsagency - Free Choice, Balaklava - The Plains Producer
Population Attraction initiative Expressions of interest are sought from suitably qualified parties to provide a Consultancy Service, the key objective of which is to attract people from overseas and interstate to relocate and live in the regional area serviced by the following Development Boards: • Southern Flinders Ranges Development Board • Yorke Regional Development Board • Mid North Regional Development Board It is expected the consultancy will comprise two major components: • Development off a Marketing Plan • Production of appropriate materials (eg. brochures and website) that can be used to attract new residents. Interested parties will be required to enter into a consultancy agreement and are requested to obtain a copy of the Expression of Interest documentation from:
Southern Flinders Ranges Development Board 85 Ellen Street, Port Pirie SA 5540 Phone: (08) 8632 5633 Fax: (08) 8632 5724 Email: treichelt@sfrdb.com.au
Blyth - Page's Deli
Hamley Bridge - Hamley Bridge Newsagency Kadina - Kadina Newsagency Kapunda - Kapunda Newsagency Lochiel - Simmonds Garage Owen - Owen Store Mallala - Mallala IGA - Bellies Takeaway Manoora - Manoora Takeaway Port Clinton - Port Clinton Store Port Wakefield - Pt Wakefield Newsagency Price - Price General Store Roseworthy - Roseworthy Roadhouse Riverton - Riverton Newsagency Saddleworth - Saddleworth IGA SNowtown - Snowtown General Store Tarlee - Tarlee Post Office Two Wells - Two Wells BP - Two Wells IGA - Two Wells Snack Bar Virginia - Virginia Classic Cafe - Liberty Service Station Watervale - Watervale General Store Wasleys - Wasleys General Store
Port Wakefield Phone: 0430 238 603
www.skips2u.com.au
Call Keanan Phone: 0438 641 032
Chiropractor
Lower Light
Consulting Fridays 9am to 1pm at Balaklava Ambulance Station
Find out more: phone 0418 840 618 or 0407 975 439 email bushmin@bigpond.com.
Childcare Assistant Commencing February 2009. Approx. 10 hours per week. Preferred applicant to have experience in childcare. Written applications with 3 referees to: Manager of Childcare Services Balaklava Community Children’s Centre 15 Scotland Street, Balaklava SA 5461
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR (Bottling Operations) Taylors Wines Pty Ltd is a progressive family owned company situated in the picturesque Clare Valley, producing premium wines for the domestic & export market. Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, the key objective of this full time position will be to efficiently and effectively lead the team in the operation of bottling equipment. The successful candidate should have at least a basic knowledge of the Wine/Beverage Industry and must possess a high degree of mechanical aptitude. We are looking for an active team leader who can support and encourage team members. He/she must have a high level of self-motivation, good personal presentation, a commitment to high standards in wine quality and be knowledgeable in OHS Policies and procedures in the workplace. It is expected that he/she is certified or will undertake appropriate qualifications such as but not limited to AQF4 Frontline Management. He/she must also be a qualified and licensed Forklift Operator.
Andreas Reisinger andreasr@taylorswines.com.au
Taylors Wines Pty Ltd PO Box 90 AUBURN SA 5451
Closing date: January 30, 2009
Advertising Deadline Monday 5pm
Commencing February 2009. Approx. 10 hours per week. Preferred applicant to have experience in childcare.
Septic Suckers
Dr Daryl R Brown
For junior interested in all aspects of rabbit processing. No experience required.
Balaklava Community Children’s Centre
CATFORD PLUMBING
Mobile: 0433 010 934 – EFTPOS –
Position Available
Bushmin Farmed Rabbits
• Gas fitting • All general plumbing
• 2, 3, 4 & 6 Cubic Metre Skips Available
Someone who would like to work with caravans. General all-rounder person.
For affordable quality plumbing in Balaklava & surrounding districts
Time for a Clean Up
7 Days Service!
Phone Roger: 0428 419 133
For appointments phone
8853 2088
NO HOT WATER? Phone your Hot Water Specialist!
•Leaking Taps/Toilets •Blocked Drains/Septic Connections •Replacement Units/Elements/Valves No Call Out Fee/ Pensioner Discounts
NO JOB TOO SMALL
Peter Thompson Plumbing Contractor Home 8862 1285 - Mobile 041 889 6808
Don’t just stop termites …eliminate them! •Millipedes •Spiders •Rodents •Bees •Weed Control •Flies
Childcare Professional
Clare - Clare Newsagency
Gawler - Gawler Newsagency - Adelaide Road Newsagency
Woodworker Required
Closing date: February 16, 2009
Brinkworth - Hardy's Deli & Takeaway
DUblin - Dublin General Store - Dublin Fuel Station
Trades & Services Directory
Servicing Country SA
Outback Pest Control John Giles Ph/Fax 8842 3566 Mobile: 0418 813 272
Termite Interception & Baiting System
Written applications with 3 referees to: Manager of Childcare Services Balaklava Community Children’s Centre 15 Scotland Street, Balaklava SA 5461 Closing date: February 16, 2009
Changing the way we treat people With billions committed to transforming health into the sustainable system we all know it needs to be, we’re changing the way we do many things. This is a big, revolutionary step for us, and a meaningful but necessary one for the people we treat. All we need now is you to help make it happen. MAINTENANCE OFFICER Balaklava & Riverton Districts Health Service Indicative Total Remuneration: $30,923 - $50,814 (pro rata) – Perm F/T P/T – OPS1 In consultation with the EO/DON, you’ll assist and carry out routine, preventative and breakdown maintenance to all equipment, plant, buildings and motor vehicles throughout the health facilities, maintaining the highest and safest possible standards. You’ll bring direct experience in the maintenance of plant and equipment, as well as a high level of knowledge and skills in the area of general handyman and maintenance. Job Ref: 301. For more information visit:
www.health.sa.gov.au/careers or phone 1300 882 992
MID NORTH
PEST & WEED CONTROL Specialising in the eradication of ... ✓ Flies, Fleas, misc. pests ✓ Rats & Mice ✓ White Ants ✓ Cockroaches ✓ Spiders ✓ Weed spraying
Health Comm. Lic. No. 12
Pt Wakefield, Mallala & Two Wells
Situations Vacant
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Situations Vacant
Thank you
Special thanks to Alan, Sally and Steph of the Terminus Hotel for the extra care of our guests from Cairns, Perth, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide, who attended our diamond wedding celebration. They were delighted with the service and excellent meals. Colin and Dawn Webster.
FREE NO OBLIGATION QUOTES
Main North Road, Clare Phone: 8842 2001 A/h: 8844 5041 Toll Free: 1300 856 263 Mobile 0418 859 195
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Balaklava 5 Higham Avenue Ideal family home or investment opportunity Bright and spacious family home with 3 dble bdrms. Delightful easy living area inc. kitch, casual dining & family rm. Lovely o/door paved u/cover ent area. Functional kitch w b/bar, wall oven, built-in m/wave & good c/board space. Ducted A/C & c/ fans. Outside new 40’ x 20’ gge w power, shower & WC. Approx. 3,000gall r/water connected to house. Great family home, first home or investment. Friendly township, excellent schools, sporting facilities & shopping. Just over 1hr to Adelaide, under 30 mins to coast. Price Guide: $210,000 Geoff Schell 0418 842 421 Julie Gabe 0438 836 508
Water babes beat the heat ABOVE: At water awareness classes at Balaklava pool are (from left) Amanda Lockwood, Sharalyn Pike with son Hamish, Karen and Bella Pratt, Michelle Wagner with daughter Yasmine Tiller, instructor Shirley holding Charlotte Lockwood, Daniel and Matilda Woidt, Isaac Hedaux and Matthew Henstridge.
TOP RIGHT: Amanda Lockwood with Miriam.
Yelmah Piggery & Land Fyfe Road, Hamley Bridge • 252.09 hectares - 622.91 Acres • Highly regarded Piggery Superb Breeding Stock • Plus blue ribbon farming land in 5 Lots Lot 1 — Yelmah Piggery — 32.4 Hectares To be sold as a going concern — stock included. Yelmah GGP nucleus herd of Large White, Landrace and Duroc. 450 Sow farrow to finish piggery Lot 2 “Waverley” homestead - 1.8 hectares Lot 3 West Long - 23.47 hectares Lot 4 East Long - 44.33 hectares Lot 5 Richies Quarry - 64.74 hectares
RIGHT: JAYME Cook with little mermaid, Gemma.
Family see Alexandra get PhD
LEFT: ABBIE Tiller with Macy.
Lot 6 Richies East & West - 53.01 hectares Lot 7 Clover Hill - 32.37 hectares Rare opportunity to purchase a fully operational piggery with quality breeding stock included set up for instant cash-flow. Also blue ribbon farming land in a tightly held area, to be sold in addition to Yelmah piggery. Offered in lots allowing farm build up in one of the most reliable farming areas of SA. Auction 2pm Friday February 27, 2009 at Vine Inn Hotel, Nuriootpa. David Cook 0419 837 361 or Geoff Schell 0418 842 421
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From the 27/01/09 the SA Government has introduced safety regulation for blinds and curtain hardware. These regulations apply to items sold on or after this date. Gawler Colour World is FULLY equipped to comply with these regulations. We are also offering a FREE INSPECTION SERVICE to determine if your existing window treatments can be retro fitted with these safety devices
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Alexandra, youngest daughter of James and Merrilyn Freebairn of Snowtown, was awarded a Doctor of Philosophy degree at a graduation ceremony at the University of Sydney. Her parents, sister Airlie, brother Ian and their families were present at the ceremony
He’s painted the town (and hall) ... now Don eases up on big projects After nearly 51 years of painting, Balaklava’s Don Veitch has decided to wind back the projects he undertakes, with Balaklava’s Town Hall his last large job. The hall is undergoing a total outside renewal. The good news for Balaklava is Don will continue to take on smaller domestic projects, as time allows.