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More local schools line up for funding
Local schools have submitted proposals to the Federal government as they jostle to be part of the first round of allocations under the Rudd Government’s $14.7 billion funding for Building the Education Revolution. Funding will be made available to each state, and in turn allocated to each school under three programs – Primary Schools for the
21st Century, National School Pride Program and Science and Language Centres for 21st Century Schools. Balaklava Primary School hopes to receive funding to build a new library, which would include a networked computer system. The school has also applied for funding to upgrade some of its classrooms.
Owen Primary School principal, Colin Schulz, said the school had applied for a multi-purpose hall for performing arts, music and sport. “The room currently being used for performing arts and music is not well suited to the purpose,” he said. “The hall could also be used for school as-
semblies and the like, on wet weather days.” With about $2.1 million at its disposal, Mallala Primary School proposes to construct a new gymnasium, and refurbish its library area, which has been high on the list of priorities to address for some time. Construction is likely to begin in June. n Continued Page 3
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Cash rolling in After two years, Primo all set to go
Primo employees are celebrating full operation of the Port Wakefield abattoir two years after fire destroyed the slaughter floor and much of the boning room. The slaughter floor was first tested on Monday morning last week, and by Wednesday, was able to process 1200 pigs a day. General manager Mark Viney said Primo would process about 5000 animals last week, or half its normal production, and all its operations would be shifted from Big River at Murray Bridge back to Port Wakefield this week. Mr Viney said there was still some testing of equipment to do, with robotic equipment being brought into use late last week. While there was still plenty of fine-tuning to do, Mr Viney said staff were happy to be back in Port Wakefield, although only 20 were still working at Murray Bridge prior to the completion of the new slaughter floor.
By Lauren Parker Almost half a million dollars will be spent on infrastructure projects on the Adelaide Plains after Federal government approved dozens of projects submitted by local councils. The funding comes through the $800 million Community Infrastructure Program, with sporting clubs, museums, and councils among those to receive funding for specific projects. Twenty-two projects in the Wakefield Regional Council area will be completed, valued at $272,000. Projects in Virginia have also been approved, along
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with several submitted by Wakefield Regional Council. All are listed in full on page 6. Details of projects in Mallala and Clare and Gilbert Valleys council areas are yet to be released. Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion, said he was pleased to see the funding approved so quickly after council submitted applications earlier this year. “I have made many presentations in Canberra about the importance of local projects like these.” n Continued Page 6
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Thanks for the cash, but what do we do now?
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ear Prime Minister: Thought it was time to drop you a line to let you know how things are getting along out here on the Adelaide Plains. That’s north of Adelaide, Prime Minister. Adelaide. In South Australia. Half an hour behind Victoria, Prime Minister. Thank you, no smart comments. I was referring to the time difference, Prime Minister. This is my second letter to a Labor politician. Wrote one last year to your cobber, Mike Rann, who is our Premier. Still waiting for his reply. Would you mind passing this on to your Wakefield representative, Nick Champion? He’s a lovely bloke and we see him now and again but he does spend a lot of time in the northern suburbs, which keep him really busy. He could probably do with an update on the electorate past Gawler. He has a helper up this way whose name I’ve forgotten, so you had better include a copy for her too.
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EDITOR Editor@plainsproducer.com.au First up, on behalf of everyone, thanks for the cash coming to various clubs and associations as part of your “nation building” program. Most appreciated. I really hope the funding has the desired impact of stimulating local economies. However, there are a few concerns you need to be aware of, which we’ll get to in a jiffy. Did you know the northern suburbs got the lion’s share of $5.5 mil-
lion of “black spot” funding to make roads safer? It’s true! It has to be, it’s been reported in the Proddie. It’s good news for road safety. Whilst we don’t want to sound ungrateful or churlish, we could have done with a bit up more up here. We seem to be losing lives on National Highway One fairly regularly, so a bit more cash around Port Wakefield would have been good. Yes Prime Minister, I am allowing for the $600,000 for shoulder sealing of about 10km of road, starting 4km south of Port Wakefield. But we could do with a bit more north of Gawler. Some of our local roads are very poor and it would be a big help if you could stir our state transport department into action. Look, I know you are doing your very best to stimulate the nation as we stare into this economic abyss, but life goes on. Only trying to be helpful. And so to the other points of concern I mentioned earlier: So far I haven’t received any $900
payment. Thanks for the ads in our paper telling us how to ensure we received it. Most helpful – but I was wondering if you could put a word in with the mailing room. It’s not what you know Prime Minister, it’s who you know. Probably better if I talk to the tea lady. She’ll straighten it out with the cleaner who will pass it on when he gets to the basement in a month or so. Next up, the wonderful funding coming to our local schools. This is another big plus for the region, coming through your government’s “Building the Education Revolution.” It’s top stuff Prime MInister. The teaching staff and parents and friends groups must be absolutely stunned so much money is coming their way. And this after years of being told to tighten belts as governments battled with budgets. I’m just wondering how they can possibly get everything sorted out within the strict time frame imposed
upon them. And when all the work starts in a rush, how are the local tradies going to cope? They’ll be so stimulated they won’t have time to down a Farmer’s Union iced coffee (another stimulant, PM. Required in SA before any work starts). Of course, it’s fortunate, through your funding boost, our high schools are starting TAFE courses, so they can train apprentices. Heaven knows we will need them. Hope the local chippies and sparkies etc will give them a job. Perhaps you could find a way to ensure they will. Good luck! There’s more, but space is running short and you need to meet Wayne for drinks. Please find time to have a word to Penny Wong about our very real problems with water supplies on the Plains. I also brought that up with Mike (Rann, the SA Premier, Prime Minister) in that earlier letter. Please do something, time’s running short. AvalovelyEaster.
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An unlicensed 16-year-old Windsor girl faces several charges after allegedly rolling a friend’s car at high speed on the Balaklava to Avon road at Avon. Mallala police allege a 16-yearold Wild Horse Plains P-plater, who had his licence for less than one month, went to Mallala police station last Friday, saying he was the driver of the car at the time of the accident, which occurred at 8.30am the previous day while the pair were on their way to school. But police say it was later discovered the girl had been driving and she allegedly admitted to them she had been travelling at speeds of more than 140km/h on the unsealed road. She was reported for driving in a dangerous manner, and driving unlicensed.
The boy was reported for making a false report to police, providing false particulars for an accident report, permitting a person to drive in a dangerous manner and causing and permitting a person to drive unlicensed. In addition, his car, a Holden Calais valued at $8000, was written off. The pair will be summonsed to appear in Elizabeth Magistrates Court. • IN ANOTHER accident a Mallala woman was air lifted to the Royal Adelaide Hospital following a serious collision on Tuesday night last week. The 35-year-old left the Gawler to Mallala road out of control about 15km from Mallala and collided with a tree about 9.30pm. The rescue helicopter landed at the scene of the accident, with
the woman suffering suspected fractures to the pelvis, right arm and right leg. Police are unsure how the accident occurred and will make further enquiries. • A Dublin man was arrested last Thursday after allegedly assaulting his partner. The 22-year-old was charged with two counts of assault, with one allegedly occurring that day and the other on Sunday last week. The man was remanded in custody and later released on court bail. He will appear in Elizabeth Magistrates Court. n MORE reports, Page 4.
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Final figures in for 2008-09 crops
THE 2008-09 harvest produced 248,750 tonnes of grain from 118,500 hectares on farms across the Lower North. The PIRSA Crop and Pasture reports compiled by Rural Solutions SA showed the Mid North, which also includes farms within this region, produced 745,200 tonnes
from 455,000 ha. In the Lower North, wheat and barley crops were sown almost equally, with 97,000 tonnes coming from wheat and 98,000 from barley. Peas returned 17,000 tonnes and canola 10,000. A dry spring again reduced yield.
Hay delivered 54,000 tonnes from 16,000 ha. Total crop production for South Australia was 4.93 million tonnes. Author Peter Fulwood said farmers were now hoping for good rains in the next six weeks. The full report is available via www.pir.sa.gov.au/cropreport
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Clare in top 100 towns
THESE new students at Port Wakefield primary obviously think school’s cool without worrying about finances. With new teacher Stacey Mason are (from left) Bailey Brooks, year two, Sienna Butson, reception, and Mackenzie Brooks, year three.
Schools submit ‘wish list’ • From Page 1 Mallala primary is also likely to have access to funds to upgrade at least one playground area and to purchase and install interactive whiteboards in all classrooms. Two Wells Primary School principal, Cherie Collings, said the school had applied for a library ($2.5 million) and have submitted a priority list which includes roof repairs, asphalt repairs, work to the carpark, painting of buildings and the provision of shade. Hamley Bridge Primary proposes to build a multi-purpose hall, and has also submitted projects for minor upgrades and maintenance.
Riverton Primary School has listed an upgrade of its toilets, which require immediate attention, as its priority. Riverton and District High School is seeking a language centre. Principal Glenys Munro said the proposed centre would have a technology focus and be used as a flexible learning space, which could be configured to house open plan learning, as well as classrooms and individual work spaces or learning pods. Virginia Primary School undertook community consultation involving parents, staff and students
and hoped to secure funding for a new library or classrooms. Principal, Rebecca Reid, said reducing water wastage in toilets, purchasing water tanks and interactive whiteboards were amongst the priorities submitted. Funding is expected to be allocated to 20 per cent of eligible schools in round one. Submissions for round two are required in April, and round three, June. A report in Tuesday’s edition of The Advertiser indicated some funding due to flow from January had not yet been allocated to schools.
100 years of Adelaide Plains footy The Adelaide Plains Football League will this year celebrate its centenary. Some clubs existed in the area before the official formation of the league in 1909, including Balaklava which was formed in 1903. Mallala Football Club also celebrates its centenary this year, and has remained part of the Adelaide Plains Football League through its history – even retaining the same colours, black and white, since its inception. APFL president, Brad Busch,
said the centenary would be officially celebrated at football and netball medal counts later this year. The club hopes to attract a high profile guest speaker (possibly Kevin Sheedy) and will award commemorative medals to the winner of this year’s grand final. The centenary season kicks off on April 18, when last year’s premiership winners Hummocks Watchman Eagles take on Mallala in a grand final rematch, and United and Balaklava battle it out at Long Plains.
Funding allocations from the Federal government are based on enrolments. If Port Wakefield primary school, which is eligible for up to $300,000, had just one more student enrolled the school would have received an additional allocation of $425,000. Principal Tyson Grinham, still happy with the grant, said the school had applied to refurbish classrooms and establish a values outdoor learning centre, as well as undertaking general maintenance such as painting of toilets, finishing paving and rain water tanks.
Minister will open cottages
BALAKLAVA’S “cornerstone Cottages� will be opened by State Housing Minister, Jennifer Rankine, on Tuesday, April 21. The cottages, developed by Balaklava Church of Christ Community Care, are designed as housing for low income earners, disabled and the aged. The opening ceremony will take place at 2 Gwy terrace at 10am.
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Two Wells, Virginia and Hamley Bridge have a bye the first week. The first semi final will be hosted by Hummocks Watchman Eagles on Sunday September 6, with Balaklava hosting the second semi final the previous day. The preliminary final will take place at Two Wells, with the grand final at Long Plains on September 19. • The Plains Producer will publish a pre-season feature on Thursday, April 16, (after Easter) detailing all the vital information for each football and netball club.
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Terror drive into highway traffic PORT WAKEFIELD
• A head-on collision was narrowly avoided on Sunday night after an intoxicated Adelaide man allegedly drove towards Adelaide in the northbound lane of the dual lane Port Wakefield road. Police allege the man was travelling into oncoming traffic on the dual lane highway about 10pm, forcing drivers to swerve to avoid him. The occupants of a vehicle passing a semi-trailer on a bend in the road, narrowly avoided a potentially fatal head-on collision, barely managing to pull in front of the semi, side-swiping the other car. The Port Augusta driver immediately reported the incident to Port
Wakefield police, and the man was found a short time later parked on the centre median strip in front of the former Inkerman church, bogged and with flat tyres. He was arrested and charged with drink driving, aggravated due care, driving unlicensed and in a dangerous manner and bailed to appear in court at a later date. Port Wakefield officer-in-charge brevet sergeant Richard Patching said it was lucky a fatality hadn’t occurred. • Twenty-four drivers were reported for various traffic offences.
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• A Balaklava woman in her 20s was detected drink driving on Friday
night. A mobile random breath test showed the woman was driving with a blood alcohol content of 0.103 per cent. • The following night, a Stockport man was also reported for drink driving with a BAC of 0.103 per cent.
Hamley Bridge
• Five drivers were caught speeding last Friday and Saturday, with speeds ranging from 127km/h to 152km/h in 110 speed zones. None were local
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• Fifteen drivers were caught speeding near Balaklava schools in the past week. Police have been paying particu-
lar attention to speeding motorists in the school area, and were disappointed to see many of those caught were parents. • Several items were taken in the Balaklava township, possibly on Friday night. Police have asked these items be returned to the police station. This can be done anonymously. • Thieves have also targeted properties surrounding Balaklava, particularly farms. Contact Balaklava police station on 8862 1144. • Police were pleased no drivers were detected drink driving following the basketball grand final last Friday night. Police said the crowd was generally well behaved.
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• A 15-year-old Two Wells male was arrested on Tuesday last week. Police allege the boy was riding a small unregistered road bike near Two Wells while unlicensed and uninsured. He is known to police for similar type offending and was bailed to appear in a youth court sitting at Elizabeth.
Pinned under tractor
• A 45-year-old Virginia man was pinned under a rotary hoe after falling from his tractor on Monday last week. The man was taken to Royal Adelaide Hospital in a serious but stable condition. • A Two Wells man was arrested for aggravated serious criminal trespass and property damage on Sunday last week. Police allege the offence occurred on March 13 at Salisbury, and the 29-year-old
was known to the victim. He was bailed to appear in Elizabeth Magistrates Court. • A 20-year-old Two Wells man who was released on bail for carrying an offensive weapon was arrested on Friday for breaching bail. Police allege the man was associating with a man he had been ordered not to associate with and was not residing at his bailed address. • A 33-year-old Two Wells man received an expiation notice for allegedly growing a single cannabis plant in the rear yard of his home on Monday last week. • A 33-year-old Two Wells man was reported last Thursday for two counts of property damage. Police allege the offences occurred in Adelaide in August. • A 45-year-old Two Wells man was reported for driving an unregistered and uninsured motor vehicle last Friday.
Eight reported for drugs at Port Wakefield
Eight people were reported for drug offences and cannabis plants, dried cannabis and prohibited substances were seized following Operation Clean Up. Port Wakefield, Balaklava and Snowtown police, Kadina CIB and a drug detection dog conducted numerous drug raids on Port Wakefield houses on Monday after police received information about illegal drug related activity. Eight people were reported as a result of the searches, and police encourage members of the public to contact them at any time to report illegal or suspicious activity within the community by contacting their local station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Snowtown
14 plants found
• A Snowtown man was reported for cultivating cannabis and possessing a prohibited/dangerous article. Police allegedly found 14 cannabis plants grown by the 43-year-old on Tuesday last week. The man was also issued with a cannabis expiation notice for possessing implements used to smoke cannabis. • A person removed a glass window at the Snowtown Hotel overnight on March 14, but appeared to have been disturbed by passing traffic before entering the hotel. Anyone with information is asked to call Snowtown police on 8865 2100 or Crime Stoppers. Police are also still seeking information about recent thefts from the grain facility and road works vehicles.
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HALBURY Past students of Halbury primary school will gather for another roll call on Sunday, April 5 at Halbury Hall. They will be marking the 125th anniversary of the school’s opening in 1884. It closed in 1970, with present Balaklava Golf Club president and local farmer Scott Michael as its last enrolled student. Scott went on to make an impression in Balaklava’s educational system. Last teacher at the school was David Rayner, who will not attend. However, Jean Cook (1955-60) and Ian Simpson (1965) will be there to represent the teaching fraternity. Guests will be welcomed at noon, with a pooled lunch from 12.30 pm and a roll call at 1.30 pm. Organisers ask guests to bring chairs, old photos, report cards and other memorabilia. For more details or to advise attendance, call Marty Barker on 8862 1455, Janet Smith, 8863 1272 or Heather Downie 0402 227 585. RIVERTON • Riverton urgently needs volunteer ambulance officers. A barbecue an information session is being held at the Riverton Ambulance Station on April 2, from 6pm.
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For further information contact Trevor Hayden on 0437 529 904. AUBURN • Auburn residents are invited to attend a discussion on various alternative services available to people who use the Mid North Community Passenger Network. The meeting will be held at the Auburn Senior Citizens Clubrooms tomorrow (March 26), from 2pm. Contact Florence Brook on 8849 2289. • Auburn Community Development Committee extends an invitation to the community to attend its first open meeting for 2009, to be held in the RSL Hall on Tuesday, April 7 at 7.30pm. Speakers will include the Lower North Health Group, Recreation Park
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Committee and Counsellor Elizabeth Calvert. Supper will be provided. • Congratulations to Kelly Windibank and her brave group of five parents who raised $137 for Auburn primary school, by selling homemade goods they had baked, at the recent Auburn market. KAPUNDA • Falls are the leading cause of disability and declining quality of life in older people. An eight week course giving access to practical gentle exercise each week, along with guest speakers, will give participants information about food and nutrition; home environment and mobility aids; feet and falls; vision and falls; home medication safety; continence; and coping strategies, will be run on Tuesday mornings
John drives historic rally • JOHN Verner, of Redbanks, is rally co-ordinator for the bi-annual National Historic Machinery Rally to be held at Sturt Reserve, Murray Bridge, from April 3-5. John says with more than 1000 displays of vintage engines, tractors, cars, trucks, and machinery of yesteryear, a trip down memory lane is in store for those who attend. Along with trade stalls and things for the kids, visitors can view wooden boats, the blacksmith, hay baling, live sheep shearing, vintage working displays and Military demonstrations including the firing of the 25 pounder cannon. A highlight of the rally will be a ride on the Murray River on one of the paddle steamers. Tractor events include a tractor pull, balance and much more. Don’t miss one of the biggest displays of working memorabilia in South Australia. Admission is adults $15, children $5, concessions $10, family (two adults and two children) $30. For further information visit www.nationalrally2009. com.au or phone Nick on 0409 325 616.
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• Rotary Club of Clare is holding its 12th Art Exhibition in May 2 to 7, at Clare Town Hall. Held in conjunction with the Clare Valley Gourmet Event the organisers are calling for artist entries. With prizes exceeding $15,000, over nine categories, the exhibition is expected to attract work from artists Australia-wide, again this year. Artists are encouraged to call 8842 3938 or visit www.clarerotary.org.au for more information.
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VOTERS: 14 Drink Driving – 35.7% Driving while fatigued – 7.1%
VOTERS: 14 Spend it locally – 16.7% Save it – 8.3% Buy things I need – 16.7%
They’re both equally dangerous – 57.1% Pay off debts – 58.3%
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The Plains Producer, Wednesday March 25, 2009
Local community projects What your town will receive from Federal government • From Page 1 Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government, Anthony Albanese, said the program was the single largest investment in local infrastructure in Australia’s history. “Without Federal funding these projects would have remained in the ‘too hard’ basket,” he said. Local projects are: Virginia $195,000 Virginia Community Centre upgrade: $160,000 to design and install an air conditioning system, including structural modifications to the roof. Virginia Football Club refurbishment: $35,000 to re-fit existing amenities including shower and change room facilities. Hamley Bridge $34,612 Hamley Bridge town centre enhancement: $28,067 to upgrade the town centre including installation of kerbing and paving, line marking, signage and landscaping of centre medians. Hamley Bridge oval upgrade: $6545 to connect the oval to the town’s recycled water scheme, providing an alternative source of irrigation water. Snowtown $38,412 Snowtown pedestrian rail crossing: $25,000 to install a pedestrian crossing over the railway line, which is used by more than 15 trains a day at relatively high speed. Snowtown windfarm visitor facilities upgrade: $13,412 to improve visitor facilities at the wind farm community blade display, including a shelter, seats, plants and a rainwater tank. Balaklava $66,101 Balaklava Town Hall storage facility: $24,000 to provide a storage facility at the back of the Balaklava Town Hall, benefiting the art group and encouraging more use of the facility. Balaklava Golf Club water condi-
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tioner: $6050 to improve the quality of the hard bore water used to irrigate the fairways and greens through the installation of a magnetic water conditioner. This will soften the water and improve soil condition. Balaklava Pistol Club upgrade: $5750 to provide the air pistol range with new lighting and returning targets meeting South Australian standards, helping the club host state and national recognised competitions. Balaklava Gliding Club upgrade: $20,301 to provide new roof sheeting for the club’s hangar, along with fixings and flashings. Balaklava Netball Club extensions: $10,000 to extend the netball club to assist with storage and medical services available. Brinkworth $28,311 Brinkworth Historic Railway Information Trail upgrade: $22,592 to construct a historic information trail for the railway heritage of Brinkworth. The trail will be used for recreation and leisure activities and include paving, barbecues, and walking trails for the local community. Restoration of Brinkworth History Museum: $5719 to restore the western and southern walls of the museum building, and install a stone tank stand, water tank, down pipes and roof vents. Owen $44,290 Owen Swimming Pool car park upgrade: $21,347 to provide a sealed car park at the swimming pool, including landscaping and line marking. Owen Tennis Court lighting: $16,500 to improve lighting for the northern-side courts to a standard suitable for night tennis. The southern courts are already lit but will be more adequately lit with the new lighting. Owen Hall restoration: $4718 to provide a new, level vinyl floor surface
to replace the old wooden floor, creating a healthier food preparation area and making cleaning easier. Development of Lindsay Park, Owen: $1725 to provide a hard surface for ball games at the rear of the park’s playground, providing a community recreational facility and reduce the ongoing maintenance of the lawn area. Blyth $30,399 Blyth stormwater retention dam: $14,000 to install a stormwater retention dam to conserve water at the dam. The system uses used truck tyres filled with polystyrene foam, which float on the surface and reduce evaporation. Blyth Football Club: $10,000 to construct a new shelter shed for sports presentations and to provide underground power and water to the club. Blyth town tourist promotion: $6399 to provide nine banners in strategic locations to promote key items of interest to passing traffic, encouraging visitors to stop and explore. Port Wakefield $26,835 Port Wakefield Netball Courts refurbishment: $14,414 to provide boundary fences at the courts to improve the visual appearance and ensure the safety of those using the courts. Restoration of the Port Wakefield Courthouse Museum: $4906 to restore the rear exercise yard and internal walls. The building was constructed in 1858 and plays an integral role in displaying local history. New basketball court in Port Wakefield: $7515 to provide a new basketball facility in Port Wakefield to encourage youth to participate in sporting activities. Lochiel $3040 Fencing of Lochiel tennis and netball courts: $3040 to provide new fences around the tennis and netball courts to improve safety and appearance.
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Law and order: Do we have enough police? B a l ak l ava i s again a one-man police station as a police officer takes annual leave, highlighting the shortage of police officers across the district. While Balaklava and Port Wakefield stations will work together to ensure coverage each day of the week, it can be difficult to provide sevenday police coverage even with two officers on duty without relying on help from the neighbouring station. And other local police stations have also struggled. Where do you live?
Mallala police station is currently temporarily filled by Two Wells police officer constable Paul Bruggemann while a replacement for brevet sergeant Scott Trenaman is sought. Meanwhile, Two Wells station is further stretched by Bruggemann’s stationing at Mallala. Snowtown was also recently filled by a temporary officer prior to the appointment of brevet sergeant Joseph O’Connell, and has previously been empty between appointments. Hamley Bridge polic-
ing has also come under fire recently, with some community members complaining it takes too long for an officer to arrive when the local officer is on leave or off duty. Other changes are taking place across the state when it comes to policing. Balaklava is currently part of the Barossa Yorke local service area, but as of July 1, will be part of the newly formed Mid North LSA. “There won’t be any change in police services,” said Kadina operations manager senior
sergeant Martin Bazely. “The only change is where the administration services will be.” However, because of the boundary changes, Brinkworth and Snowtown police stations will now be clustered with Balaklava and Port Wakefield, and officers from each station will work together to cover the area when other officers are on leave or days off. As these changes take place, it highlights some of the inadequacies of the current policing structure. Local police officers
are often stretched, working odd hours. One possible solution voiced to this newspaper last week was the creation of a policing ‘hub’ in Balaklava, with Port Wakefield station being closed and additional officers being appointed to Balaklava to cover both townships. In addition, a relief officer was suggested to relieve the various stations in the district when officers were on leave or days off. But snr sgt Bazely said the ‘cluster’ formation already took into consid-
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Do you believe Police need ... (circle) • Increased time at the station where the public can call in (such a set time period each week, providing call outs don’t interfere) • Increased weekend and/or night patrols • Continue as is Do you contact police when you see something they should know about? (circle reasons) • Yes • Sometimes • No - I assume someone else has or that they already know • Don’t want to get involved. • Other Do you believe more police officers are needed in the area?
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Tell them what you want! Complet e our surv ey eration annual leave. “We work a cluster policing system and the staffing ratios are such that when one person is on leave, they are covered internally within the cluster,” he said. Snr Sgt Bazely said when staffing numbers for each station were determined, officers’ six weeks annual leave were taken into consideration to ensure there were sufficient staff to cover the area. In response to the possibility of a roving police officer, he said the LSA already had an officer who was sent to relieve officers who were on annual leave, but single officer stations were the priority. As changes take place in local service areas, the Plains Producer is asking community members what they expect of local police. Readers are asked to respond to our survey to communicate what they wish to see from local policemen. We will pass the results on to police for their reaction and assessment. •Surveys can be returned to The Plains Producer, PO Box 63, Balaklava SA 5461 or dropped at the office at 9 Howes Street, Balaklava.
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Jeff keeps on keeping on Volunteering in the local community has always played a big role in the life of Jeff Hennig, who has moved around Australia since leaving the family farm at Parnaroo. near Peterborough. From engine driver to lighthouse keeper and more, he has an interesting tale to tell. Reporter KAREN PETNEY interviewed Jeff in his Balaklava home as part of our “Family Focus” series.
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oving to a new community can be daunting for some, but for Jeff it’s a chance to become involved. “In a new town you can either acclimatise to your new environment and meet new people by getting involved, or you can stay a stranger in your new town forever,” he said. Since returning to Balaklava in 2005, Jeff has become involved many local groups including Lions Club, Balaklava Museum, Northern Automotive Restoration Club, community shed, Balaklava Area Committee and the Garden club. And next month, he will become president of the Balaklava Probus. Born at Peterborough, in 1940, Jeff grew up on the family farm at Parnaroo, and when he was just 14 years old his father died in a car accident, leaving Jeff and his mother to run the farm. In the mid 60s Jeff married the love of his life, Ada Heynis, and had two sons, David and Colin. The family travelled west to work in the gold mines at Norseman, 190 kilometres south of Kalgoorlie, Western Australia, where Jeff gained his engine driver ticket, and later his winder driver ticket. With responsibility for everything coming up and going down the mine shaft, the winder driver communicated with those underground (sometimes up to 1000 feet below the surface) with a series of bell rings indicating when to stop and start and the depth of the dig. After a stint at the nearby Kambalda nickel mine, and the 30 minute trip to Kalgoorlie was becoming more dangerous as fatigued miners drove home after a long shift, Jeff recalls many fatal accidents. “Four generations of one family were wiped out in one smash,” he said. “I decided if we stayed the odds were against us.” So, in search of adventure and something different, Jeff applied to become a lighthouse keeper and was sent to Cape Leeuwin, WA where he was one of two assistant lighthouse keepers. Working under a senior
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lighthouse keeper, Jeff learned how to maintain the kerosene operated light house. Every shift he would climb the 176 steps to the lamp room, of the lighthouse built by Cornish stonemasons. “The structure is incredible starting out as 14 foot walls, tapering to three feet at the top every stone was perfectly cut with four or five angles,” he said. Working around-the-clock shifts the men kept the lamp burning and maintained the station. Jeff recalls one night, while son Colin was
teething, somewhat sleep deprived he started the dogwatch (midnight to 4am) shift, and after dealing with the usual start of shift duties, he put his feet up. “I woke up with a fright, and couldn’t hear the click of the motor, the light was still burning, but no longer revolving. “Our job was also to log passing ships, when I woke I saw a ship, I was worried the captain would report the light not working and I’d be in trouble so I told the head keeper I had been polishing brass cogs and had to stop the light to remove the caught rag,” he recalls, laughing. Fortunately, no report was forthcoming. After four months the family moved to remote Cape Don in the Northern Territory. As this lighthouse had been converted to a tungsten-halogen electric lamp and powered by diesel generators, Jeff and his co-keeper
found they could do their work in just a couple of hours a day, leaving plenty of recreational time to enjoy fishing, bushwalking and the beaches. “We would take it in turns to send the weather for the day via the radio, and that was our work done,” he said. The morning radio calls would begin with medical reports, followed by lighthouse keepers submitting weather reports. “If you were sick or injured the doctor would prescribe medication from the station’s medical chest, a box with five trays. “He’d say something like, tray three, item five, take one tablet a day,” Jeff said. Ahighlight for the families would be watching a movie aboard a passing navy ship which had moored for the night. With the children now of school age, the Hennigs moved to Balaklava for schooling. After a short stay they moved to Queensland where Jeff took on
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worked in forestry and later local government. In the mid 70s the family adopted a daughter, Tracey and were also foster parents to a couple of children. In the late 70s, Jeff and Ada parted company, and the boys moved with their dad to Katherine. Tracey joined them a year later. After working as an overseer in local government in Queensland for many years, and volunteering on different community projects, Jeff retired to Balaklava in 2005. The move means Jeff can make daily visits to his aunt, Grace Anders, at Mill Court, who will be 98 in June. Becoming a member of the Northern Automotive Restoration Club has given him a reason to indulge in another of his loves, his 1966 Bentley. When he’s not volunteering, Jeff is busy renovating his Humphry street home, a cottage built by his grandfather in 1904.
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recreational trail along the Gawler River could help improve the environmental health of the river while allowing access to sites of Aboriginal and European settlement significance. A strategy to improve the Gawler River and establish a recreational trail has been released for public consulta- MALLALA council district planner, Henri Mueller, with some of the untouched wetlands (above) and shows (below) the area of Buckland tion. With the aim of cleaning up and Park estuarine wetland, created by damming the Gawler River mouth 75 years ago. – PICTURES: Lisa Redpath. improving the health of the river while Through Two Wells and Virginia, the making it more accessible for public By Lauren Parker strategy identifies potential for trails enjoyment, the Gawler River Open and interpretation, with the Bakers Road Space Strategy has been compiled by “When viewed at face value, the wetland providing a good example of Gawler River Flood Plain Management Gawler River provides an excellent improving environmental condition of Authority. GRFMA executive officer, Fred opportunity to address recent recrea- water quality along the river. The strategy also suggested underPedler, said the strategy represented tional trends and to encourage greater the first serious attempt to co-ordinate physical activity amongst the general taking a feasibility study into establishing a visitor information centre similar the activities of all the various councils community,” the strategy said. But access is the most significant to the St Kilda mangrove trail. and government departments along the n Several strategic directions and issue to overcome because much of the Gawler River. “The GRFMA hopes the open space river is under private ownership, while actions were identified in the Gawler River Open Space Strategy, which is strategy will be used by councils as a publicly owned sections are isolated. “It will be difficult to establish a now available for public comment until broad framework within which they can prepare more detailed plans and under- coordinated approach to the provision April 24. Copies can be viewed at the take specific environmental rehabilita- of recreational facilities along the river,” Mallala, Playford or Gawler council offices or at www.fredpedler.com. the strategy said. tion projects,” Mr Pedler said. Because of this, the future recreation “By working together towards a common goal, it is hoped significant trail may not follow the exact alignimprovements can be made to the way ment of the river, but follow nearby roads in some sections, while being the Gawler River is managed.” The river has been identified in sev- able to accommodate a range of user eral state, regional and local strategic groups from cyclists to walkers to the plans for the development of a linear mobility impaired. The Gawler River park to provide recreation activities and has several significant indigenous sites. These include burials, mounds, stone environmental rehabilitation. Legislation allows agreements artefact scatters, ovens, scarred trees between State government and land and historic camps. “These sites provide an important owners in order to establish recreational trails. Previous studies have shown record of the Kuarna people’s former land clearance, farm dams and reser- occupation of the Lower Gawler River,” the strategy said. voirs have diverted about 60 per cent n Marine officer will guard coast “They help describe the origiof the river’s natu- n Massive Buckland Park plan nal inhabitant’s ral water flow for n Reports on Page 10 For every Stanley Fatmax® tool you buy you way of life, the consumption. One food they ate, go into the draw to… of the most notable features of the river is the Buckland Park their customs and the shelters they estuarine wetland, which was created by built.” Two additional Aboriginal sites were the damming of the river mouth about 75 years ago. Filled by winter rains fed identified in a recent cultural heritage by the Gawler River, the wetland is con- survey when scars on river red gums sidered the most significant freshwater were found, indicating bark was reValued at moved to create shields. wetland on the Adelaide Plains. Gasmate Vega Specialist 4 Burner BBQ Areas of non-indigenous heritage Attracting large numbers and a variety of migratory birds and providing significance have also been identified, a valuable breeding habitat, regular including dwellings built between the $ 95 inundation of the wetlands is required to late 1840s and the 1880s, such as the Buckland Park homestead on Port keep it viable as a breeding habitat. According to the open space strategy, Gawler Road, and Thornborough Farm environmental studies have shown the on Broster Road. Non residential sites of importance ecological condition of the river could be improved by the removal of weeds, were the former Port Gawler West $ 95 $ 95 $ 95 revegetation initiatives and restricting School, the Bakers Road crossing, and the former road to the Gawler estuary. stock access. With significant population growth “Any ecological improvement works should initially focus on the permanent in the region predicted over the next 20 deep pools found along the river,” the years, more pressure will be placed on the river environment, but demand for a strategy said. “The deep pools support a higher di- recreation trail will also increase. 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Massive Buckland plan The new Buckland Park development will grow by about 480 new dwellings each year if approved, according representatives of Connor Holmes who gave a presentation to council last week. Connor Holmes consulting company discussed the housing development proposal before District Council of Mal-
Developer’s 480 new homes each year lala, representing Sydney based development company Walker and Adelaide based Daycorp, the companies behind the proposed 12,000 home development. Development advisor Jeremy Wood said while Buckland Park currently sat outside the urban growth boundary, State
government had previously said 258,000 new homes would be needed in the greater Adelaide area in the next 30 years to support population growth. Once the Buckland Park development gained momentum, Mr Wood said they expected 480 homes would be built
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each year, ranging from affordable housing through to large family homes to house 33,000 people. Included in the plans are four primary schools, two high schools and child care facilities. Mr Wood assured remnant vegetation through the Gawler River corridor would be protected. In the first stage of the project, 616 allotments will be developed, including 62 affordable housing projects, a neighbourhood centre, large primary school, sales and information centre and a display village, along with community services. Stormwater will be sent to at least two significant wetlands, where it will be cleaned for re-use, while some will be treated and sent into the aquifer. Treated water from
Bolivar will also be available for garden use. As more people live in the development, it is expected public transport services will become available, which Two Wells and Virginia residents would also be able to utilise. Currently, there is one bus service morning and night to Virginia. Channels through the development to divert flooding are expected to be dry most of the year, and could function as walking or recreational trails. Mr Wood said the developers were also considering the health of the river, and would like to see weed infestations cleared in the remaining remnant vegetation. In these areas, they hope to create walking trails for public enjoyment, and then hand control of the reserves back to State government.
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A coastal, estuary and marine officer will be appointed to monitor the coastline within District Council of Mallala, City of Playford and City of Salisbury. The officer will be resourced through the Adelaide and Mount Lofty Natural Resource Management Board and based at Mallala. It is expected the officer will facilitate coastal action planning, coordinate coastal on-ground works and community awareness. The northern NRM coastal, estuary and marine officer is one of three such positions proposed within the Adelaide and Mount Lofty NRM region. In a report to council, District Council of Mallala’s infrastructure and engineering services manager, John Tillack, said the Samphire Coast Conservation Strategy set a vision for the sensitive local coastal areas as “a coastal area of national and international importance renowned for its biological diversity and near pristine condition”. A Sellicks to Middle Beach Coastal Action Plan was due for completion last month, and up to $65,000 a year has been allocated by AMLNRM to the northern coastal region for coastal biodiversity on-ground works. In addition, an Australian Government Coastcare grant of $113,442 has been allocated over 18 months for “Light River to Middle Spit Threat Abatement”. Mr Tillack said while the Mallala coastal region had widespread high coastal conservation values, coastal management was historically limited by resourcing.
No SAJC fallout for country racing The South Australian Racing Clubs Council (SARCC) has stressed the importance of country and provincial racing clubs in the wake of the enquiry into the South Australian Jockey Club (SAJC, which runs metropolitan Adelaide races). SARCC chair John Glatz said it was business as usual for the other 24 SA racing clubs as they moved into a bumper a-utumn racing season. And the punters at last Wednesday’s race day at Balaklava were clearly enjoying the day, with lo-
cal traders sponsoring the day and Gilmac hosting its growers and clients. (see Page 15) Mr Glatz said the events of the past two weeks had been difficult for the racing industry, particularly for the other racing clubs which were innocent bystanders and had nothing to do with the SAJC controversy. “Racing clubs are a vital part of their local communities and I know I speak for them when I say we are looking forward to getting the focus back on racing,” he said. Mr Glatz said horse racing
contributed significantly to the state’s economy and country and provincial race meetings provided a unique form of entertainment in testing financial times. “Country and provincial race meetings have gone from strength to strength over the years, providing an affordable day out for individuals or family - and contributing significantly to the State’s tourism industry,” he said. “It is important to move beyond current negative publicity and highlight the benefits the industry brings to the community and the state.”
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NEWS v District
More cash to beat ‘danger roads’ TWELVE roads in the Wakefield electorate identified as “black spots” will get Federal government funding worth $5.53 million.
Most are in the northern metropolitan area. An area of national Highway One will get $600,000 for 10km of shoulder sealing, start-
ing 4km south of Port Wakefield. A part of the Barrier Highway, near Saddleworth, also will get funding for shoulder sealing.
Nationally, the funding for the Black Spot Program for 2008/09 has been almost tripled from $50 million to $144.7 million, under the gov-
ernment’s $4.7 billion and $42 billion ‘Nation Building’ plans to support jobs, families and businesses during the current global economic downturn. Federal Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, Anthony Albanese and Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion, announced the funding last week. “The Black Spot pro-
gram has a proven track record of saving lives. An evaluation of the program has shown it prevented at least 32 fatalities and more than 1500 serious injuries in its first three years,” Mr Albanese said. “Fixing these 12 black spots will reduce the risk of accidents for residents in Wakefield and will prevent the huge toll these take on fami-
lies, our communities and the economy.” Mr Champion said the projects were assessed and recommended by a panel of independent road safety experts. Anyone can suggest a location or a section of road for Black Spot funding using a nomination form that can be downloaded from www. nationbuildingprogram. gov.au.
Appendix D
Signs
Signs erected at approved
Black Spot sites must conform
to the following wording
Colour of background: White Colour of circle: Black Colour of cross and panel at base: Yellow or Pantone 123 Colour of crest, border and text: Black
and layout:
Lives will be saved when nine killers go
Accreditation for Hamley Medical Centre n Hamley Bridge Medical Centre celebrated passing its accreditation recently. The centre was refurbished last year with the support of Wakefield Regional Council to ensure new doctors would practice in Hamley Bridge, keeping the medical service operating within the town. Pictured (from left) are Jo Eastwood, Dr Frank Graham and Joanne Peterkin.
Nine projects worth $4,928,240 have been approved under the additional Black Spot funding: • $1,021,000 for shoulder sealing on Main North Road from Womma Road to Dalkeith Road at Munno Para; • $729,000 for shoulder sealing on Main North Road from John Rice Avenue to Womma Road at Elizabeth; • $700,000 to install a roundabout at the intersection of Adelaide Road, Nineteenth Street and Fifth Street in Gawler South; • $633,240 for shoulder sealing on Medlow Road from Main North Road to Gawler One Tree Hill Road at Uleybury; • $600,000 for shoulder sealing on Main North Road from John Rice Avenue to Park Terrace, Salisbury Park; • $600,000 for shoulder sealing over 10km of Port Wakefield Road commenc-
ing 4km south of Port Wakefield; • $470,000 for shoulder sealing on Port Wakefield Road from Angle Vale Road to Heaslip Road in Virginia; • $110,000 to improve signage, lighting, delineation and sight distance at intersections on Hayman Road, Dawkins Road and Gawler River Road near Lewiston; and • $65,000 to reduce the radius of the left turn lane at the intersection of Elizabeth Way and Main North Road, Elizabeth. Further projects worth $625,000 as part of the 2009-10 on-going Black Spot program were also announced: • Shoulder sealing on Barrier Highway from Golf Course Road to Hannaford Road at Saddleworth; • Installation of a painted turn lane at the Main North Road and Flinders Street intersection in Gawler. Electronic images of the Black Spot sign in EPS, JPG or TIF formats are available state road authority or the from each Black Spot unit in DITRDLG .
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Interested in plans for Buckland Park?
Information about the proposed residential township will be on display:
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Saturday 28 March—from 10am to 2pm—at Virginia Shopping Centre Tuesday 31 March—from 4pm to 8pm—at Two Wells Community Centre Wednesday 1 April—from 3pm to 6pm—at Angle Vale Shopping Centre Thursday 2 April—from 3pm to 7pm—at Virginia Shopping Centre
Staff from the Walker Corporation and members of the consultant team preparing an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) will be available to answer questions and listen to your comments about:
The Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is soon to be submitted to State Government. They will then exhibit the EIS for six weeks during which time interested members of the public can make formal written submissions.
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We hope to see you at one of the displays…drop in anytime for a chat.
Water, stormwater and flooding Housing Utilities and services Roads and transport Environmental issues Planning processes
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The Way
We were 5
YEARS AGO March 2004
After making hundreds of bears by hand for more than 10 years, Lena Burghardt, formerly of Balaklava, won a prestigious award for one of her bears. Lena won the American magazine Teddy and Friends 2004 Industry’s Choice award for a rather unusual style bear.
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YEARS AGO March 1999
Murray Angus was Mallala’s Citizen of the Month for March. He was presented with his award by Community Development Board vice-president, Marcus Strudwicke. Murray, 84, was noted for driving many of the older Mallala community around the town.
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YEARS AGO March 1989
Miss Balaklava Showgirl, 1988, Andrea Heinrich entered the Miss Telethon Quest, which raised funds for work among mothers and babies through the Queen Victoria Hospital. Andrea, with support from mum Gloria, planned a number of fundraisers for the quest. REBECCA Wilson with her Easter eggs and ears she made at Balaklava kindergarten in 1989.
Plains Producer, Wednesday March 25, 2009
LOCAL v Living
Australia Post celebrates 200 years Just a few weeks ago, a liftout in the Advertiser told us that Australia’s postal service is celebrating its 200th birthday. Australia’s first postmaster, Isaac Nichols, was appointed in 1809 because the penal colony had a problem with letters and parcels being stolen from ships arriving at the port of Sydney. In an effort to stop the theft, Nichols took responsibility for collecting all the mail from arriving ships, and mail recipients could then collect their mail from Australia’s first post office which was establishd at the Nichols home near Circular Quay. The appointment of Isaac Nichols, on April 25, 1809, was ironic in that Nichols had been transported to New South Wales for stealing, and now he was appointed to a senior position where he had to stop other people from
Heritage Highlights by Norma Schopp
stealing the mail. Apparently he had impressed the authorities with his hard work during his seven-year sentence and, upon his release, had opened an inn, established a shipyard and was named as superintendent of public works just a month before his postal appointment. Mail recipients were named in the Gazette and they could then collect their mail upon payment of the fixed price of one shilling a letter, with parcels costing more, dependent on weight.
SA memories Wooden walls and iron sides: Cape Jaffa lighthouse The lighthouse at Cape Jaffa, on Margaret Brock reef, is a screw pile construction, manufactured in England and was shipped in parts for reassembly on site. Construction of the light took longer than expected due to poor weather conditions and because of drilling through the reef. The light was first used 15 January 1872 and was reportedly visible 25 miles in good weather. The original multi-wick oil burner was replaced by a pressurised kerosene burner in 1909. This lighting apparatus was turned off in 1973 when the
From SA Memory: www.samemory.com.au lighthouse was closed. It is believed to have been the last of its type to operate in Australia. The light was replaced by one at Cape Dombey in 1973. The National Trust was able to obtain the lighthouse structure and erect it in the town of Kingston as a museum. The platform for the Cape Jaffa lighthouse has been saved by an Act of Parliament and is a nesting place for the Australasian gannet.
High ranking members of the community apparently received personal deliveries. In 1828, Australia’s first postman began delivering letters around town (Sydney) and in 1831 the first posting boxes for letters appeared. Stamps were not required because the recipient paid for the letters, not the sender. Pre-paid stamped letter sheets were introduced in 1838, two years before the English Penny Black, but at a cost of one shilling and three pence a dozen it was expensive and people still preferred to make the addressee pay. Prepayment of mail became compulsory in the 1850s. Victoria was the first state to make stamps compulsory, in 1852. Australia’s first overland mail service began in 1838, between
Isaac Nichols – Australia’s first postmaster. (From The Advertiser, March 3 2009) Sydney and Melbourne, and the first domestic airmail was flown from Melbourne to Sydney in 1914. Mail services to remote outback areas posed more than a few problems and most of us know and salute the pioneering efforts of men like Tom Kruse who made sure the mail “got through” despite often unimaginable hardships. Today we just take it all for granted.
Three bonuses Three ways in which God tortifies and blesses a Christian home Feeling defeated and demoralised by problems with your teenager? And does it seem that the harder you try and the greater your sacrifice, the more your child seems to resent you? If so, take heart! You’ve been given a wonderful challenge. Anyone can raise the easy child, but you’re entrusted with guiding a difficult kid through the minefields ahead. Dedicated, Biblebelieving Christian
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parents will of course pray for a happy end result. In the meantime they have these three bonuses: First, if God gives a tough assignment, he’s always there for us. “God will never let you down.” 1 Corinthians 10.13 (The Message). Second, God significantly rewards us when we make our marriage permanent. Jesus reminds us, “what God has joined together, let not man separate.” Mark 10.9. What is the
significant reward? It is the fact that our unstable teen will greatly benefit from a stable home life. Third, God helps Christian parents who take the long-term view. The idea here is that if we show Christian love and don’t overreact to frustration now, we’ll have the rest of our life to enjoy a good relationship with our grown-up offspring. Are we deeply concerned? Let’s not forget that God is too.
In brief Even in the simple matter of loving one another, we need God’s help!
MONTHLY CHURCH NOTICES
c o l e s g u n s u p p l i e s C R OSS W O R D
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 March 25 LUTHERAN Balaklava..................... 7.30pm March 29 A.O.G./A.C.C. Balaklava.................. 10.00am anglican
LUTHERAN Balaklava..................... 7.30pm
Hamley Bridge......... 10.30am
April 5 (Palm Sunday)
CATHOLIC CHURCH Balaklava......... Liturgy 9.00am
A.O.G./A.C.C. Balaklava.................. 10.00am
CHURCH OF CHRIST
anglican Balaklava.................... 9.00am Hamley Bridge..........11.00am
Balaklava.................. 10.00am
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Windsor ..................... 9.00am Balaklava..................... 9.00am Nantawarra............ with Lochiel Lochiel...................... 10.00am Pt Wakefield...............11.00am April 1
LIGHTHOUSE Balaklava.................. 10.00am LUTHERAN Balaklava..................... 9.00am Auburn......................11.00am UNITING Mallala....................... 8.45am Two Wells................ 10.30am Owen Comm............11.00am Hamley Bridge........... 9.15am
CATHOLIC CHURCH Balaklava......... Liturgy 9.00am CHURCH OF CHRIST Balaklava.................. 10.00am Community church Pinery........................ 9.00am LIGHTHOUSE Balaklava.................. 10.00am LUTHERAN Balaklava..................... 9.00am
Auburn......................10.45am UNITING Mallala....................... 8.45am Two Wells................ 10.30am Owen Comm............11.00am Hamley Bridge.......... 9.15am Windsor .................... 9.00am Church Together Balaklava, Nantawarra, Lochiel, Pt Wakefield...............10.00am at Balaklava Town Hall
CHURCHES: Send us your Easter Church times for next week’s edition of the Plains Producer
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NEWS v District news in brief
Welcome packs reflect growth
MP calls for check on olive oil imports
Balaklava town “Welcome Packs” are in short supply after an influx of new residents. Balaklava post office often runs short of the packs, which contain information and special offers. As an indication of new arrivals, about 60 packs have been given out in the past 12 months in Balaklava and surrounding towns Balaklava High School tourism class students and Balaklava Area Committee produce the packs, which are available from the post office and Butterfields Real Estate. The packs include a phonebook of local services, a one-month subscription for The Plains Producer, as well as information about the schools, libraries and community services in town Post office manager, Ray Koch, said the packs were “really good” for the newcomers “The recipients seem to be really appreciative,” Ray said. “Some ask for the packs while others are surprised by the gift. We run out packs NEW Balaklava resident Julie Olds with one of the packs. all the time.”
State MP for Light, Tony Piccolo, has called for greater safeguards against the importation of olive oil that is allegedly contaminated with lower quality refined products, such as vegetable oil and canola. In addressing State Parliament recently, Mr Piccolo referred to an independent Australian Oils Research Institute investigation which revealed six out of nine imported oils labelled as extra virgin did not comply with the International Olive Oil Council (IOOC) standards. Mr Piccolo noted contaminated olive oil continues to be mislabelled and sold at a “premium price” to unsuspecting Australian consumers. “Incorrectly labelled and contaminated olive oil products not only undermine consumer confidence”, Mr Piccolo said, but they also “compete with genuine extra virgin olive oil manufactured in the Light electorate and throughout Australia.”
Bundaleer weekend
SA Great regions to celebrate 10 years SA Great will celebrate 10 years of regional successes from the Mid North, Yorke Peninsula and Southern Flinders. Past winners will attend a function on Friday, April 17 in Adelaide. Twenty-two previous winners will also be added to the Regional Awards Hall of Fame, which recognises those who have received three or more awards in the past 10 years. SA Great CEO, Ms Nikki Seymour-
Smith, said the event was a fantastic opportunity to instil regional pride by promoting local achievements and recognising their dedication toward regional development. “SA Great has awarded so many inspiring individuals, community groups and businesses over the last 10 years,” she said. “This is a great opportunity to bring them together and remind South Australians of the excellence among our regional communities.”
The celebrations will also coincide with the opening of nominations for the 2009 SA Great Regional Awards. Nominations are open to all regional South Australians who have demonstrated excellence in the categories of arts, business, innovation, community, sustainability, sport, tourism or youth. Winners are announced at ceremonies held annually in eight different regions across country South Australia.
Bundaleer Forest weekend is set to impress locals and visitors alike, with an entertainment lineup featuring internationally renowned artists such as opera singers Simon O’Neil and Cheryl Barker and the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra. Presented by Belalie Art Society, the event is on this weekend. Additional weekend activities include the Ross Morgan art exhibition, Dave Burgen 4WD tour, pastoral property tour, country tavern meal and Belalie art exhibition. Full details of the festival are available at www.bundaleerweekend.com.au
CLARIFICATION
Boat ramp report – Councillors Duncan Kennington and Tom Summerton were the two councillors to vote against council contributing up to $67,000 to the Middle Beach Boat Ramp project. Last week’s issue of the Plains Producer incorrectly reported councillor Rudi Fabrici as having voted against it. While Cr Fabrici raised some points of concern, he supported the boat ramp after his concerns were clarified by engineering and infrastructure services manager, John Tillack.
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PEOPLE OF THE PLAINS v District
Shane aims high
n Former Snowtown resident Shane Semler, son of Robyn and Andrew Semler, was last year awarded a Defence Science Technology Engineering and Information Technology working links scholarship, for the best overall performance after the first year of a degree. Shane is currently studying for a Bachelor of Engineering degree (Electronics and MicroEngineering) at UniSA. His long term goal is to work on the electronics in aircraft and for NASA. Shane is pictured with grandparents Colin and Jenny Cocks of Mallala, (also formerly from Snowtown).
n Sharna Bell and James Wildbore are proud to announce the arrival of their son Hamish Lee Wildbore, born on February 9, weighing 9lb 1oz and 55cm. Hamish is the fourth grandchild for Brenton and Pat Bell, of Mallala, and first grandchild to Jason and Carol Wildbore, also from Mallala. n Crazy hair day held at Wasleys primary school supported The World’s Greatest Shave held in Wasleys recently. Josh McLean is shown spraying Sandra Klement’s hair before the big shave scheduled for the following day. Lorraine Leahy and Kathy Klement look on.
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Sam rolls up to church with another message n Roller blading, juggling, sling shots, cross dressing, wrestling, graffiti and a hanging - it doesn’t sound like your typical church. But at Lochiel Community Church, the services are anything but typical. At a recent service led by Reverend Shane Kammermann, local Sam Nicholls grinded into the church on his rollerblades, demonstrating the service’s theme of ‘life giving stupidity’ or ‘God’s foolishment is wiser than man’s wisdom’.
And for the record, Sam successfully landed the trick, managing not to land on anyone
within falling distance. Sam has skated in many country and city skateparks, including
Melbourne, and has rubbed shoulders with some of the best rollerbladers in the country.
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NEWS v Balaklava n BALAKLAVA RACING CLUB’S TRADERS’ DAY IS DECLARED A WINNER ...
n GO Giggle wins The Plains Producer Handicap.
Our day at the races
n ABOVE: Wayne and Tania Heaslip, David Shepherd and Bill Hocking. n RIGHT: John Mahon, of A W Vater & Co, Darryl Schutz, Waterloo, and David Garnett, of JCB, with a forklift on display at the track.
Leave something to your grandkids.
n ABOVE: The Gilmac gang (from left) Mark Heaslip, Chris Bigg, Munro Patchett, Julie Bigg, Mel Harkness and Sam Gregor. n RIGHT: Merry Canavan and Roger Duance, of Hummocks Station function and accommodation centre.
n THE smiles suggest a winning day (from left) Alec and Zac Dixon, Manoora and John Stockman, Burra.
Enjoy fishing today and for generations to come in South Australian Marine Parks.
n Plains Producer manager, Andrew Manuel (left) with Derek and Peter Friedrichs, of Balaklava’s Royal Hotel.
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sport v Cricket • Long Plains Cricket Club became 2009 premiers of the Lower Gilbert Cricket Association after defeating Mallala on Saturday. • Pictured back from left: Andy Sharman, Kirk Daniel, Robbie Bushell, Jared East, Simon Schulz, Sam McArdle, Michael Warnes, Todd Daniel, front: Scott McArdle, Jamie McArdle, Michael Trussell, Heath Pym, Jason Earl and scorer Vern Reichelt.
Long Plains Cricket Club
2009 Premiers
Lower Gilbert Cricket trophy winners from left, Ben Starr, Robert Montgomery, Dean West, Liam Whitwell.
from the pitch
LOWER Gilbert junior cricket premiers, Mallala, back from left: Ben Work, Ben Goudie, Jake Birchmore, Lewis Bruggeman, Johno Hallion, Will Farrelly, Luke Tassel, coach Kelly Curnow, front: Ryan Konzag, Jake Charnstrom, Zac Hallion, Adam Coe, Ben Martin and Nick Goudie.
Mallala wins Junior finals After losing the grand final for the past two years in the last over, Mallala were determined not to let this happen again. Mallala batted first and were in trouble early at three for nine, but Farraley and Ben Goudie steadied the ship with a 50 partnership. Both fell shortly after drinks and Mallala were back in trouble at six for 69. Chanstrom and Coe then teamed up for a strong partnership late in the innings before eventually Mallala being bowled out for 93. Hamley had to face four overs before the close of play, but tight bowling from Tassell and Birchmore claimed two early wickets and had Hamley at two for 11 at the end of day one. Day two started as day one finished, Birchmore two wickets and Tassell one, had Hamley on the ropes at five for 17 after eight overs. Johno Hallion and Ben Goudie continued the bowling dominance with three more wickets between them and Hamley realing at eight for 39. Chanstrom and Coe then teamed up again to clean up the tail with one wicket apiece, to bowl out Hamley for 39. Tight fielding from Ben Martin and Mallala youngsters Nick Goudie, Zac Hallion, Ryan Konzag and Lewis Bruggemann ensured a great team effort in securing their first premiership in five years. – Kelly Curnow
Luke Tassell with his bowling trophy.
Lower Gilbert Cricket Juniors Mallala...................... 45 Hamley Bridge........... 39 Dublin....................... 18 Long Plains.................. 6 Batting J.Smith.................... 395 B.Marshall............... 224 S.Ireland................. 181 J.Birchmore............. 179 J.Curnow................. 177 L.Tassell.................. 174 J.Martin................... 170
Fielding B.Martin...................... 6
Ben Martin, awarded best fielder.
Best effort with bat or ball: 3 runs, 4 wickets Your most memorable moment in cricket: Dropping 2 sitters in a game Strangest place you’ve turned up in your whites: a clothes shop getting wedding clothes Worst dressed player in your team: Ben Morton Who would you least want to room with on tour? Why? Sam Ireland and Andy Power because they would be themselves.
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Bowling L.Tassell.................... 13 J.Smith...................... 12 J.Curran.................... 10 T.Darwin.................... 10
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Name: Liam Henneker Nickname: Fat Ramsy Team: Hamley Bridge Cricketing Status: Under 16s Who would you least like to face up to? Everyone because I can’t bat Who is your favourite Waugh? Steve Who is your favourite Australian Cricket Captain? Ricky Ponting Funniest thing you have seen on a cricket oval? Myself
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Seniors Mallala..................91.42. Dublin...................74.97. Long Plains............71.73. Hamley Bridge....... 63.94 Batting Agg D.West 432 H.Pym 344 M.Birchmore 330 A.McCabe 316 R.Montgomery 312 T.Smith 295 K.Curnow 263 Bowling B.Starr M.Warnes T.Cawrse
Av 36.00 31.27 27.50 34.00 44.57 36.87 32.87
Wkts Av 26 12.26 23 9.86 22 12.59
Allrounders. B.Starr....................7.38 Fielding B.Starr........................ 9 L.Whitwell................... 9 H.Pym......................... 7
Results of Lower Gilbert U/16 Grand Final Cricket played on March 20
Mallala vs Hamley Bridge Match won by: Mallala Mallala Batting J.Birchmore lbw A.Martin......................... 7 B.Martin ct M.O’Neil b A.Martin................. 0 L.Tassell b A.Martin................................... 0 B.Goudie ct M.O’Neil b J.Smith............... 14 W.Farraley b J.Marin............................... 32 J.Hallion ct A.Power b J.Smith.................. 0 L.Bruggemann b J.Smith........................... 2 J.Charnstorm ct S.Ireland b J.Curnow...... 8 A.Coe ct A.Martin b J.Curran..................... 9 Z.Hallion ct A.Martin b J.Curran................ 3 N.Goudie Not Out...................................... 2 Extras 16 Total 10/93 Hamley Bridge Bowling Bowler O M W R J.Smith 10 1 3 20 A.Martin 10 2 3 18 J.Watson 7 2 0 17 T.Darwin 2 0 0 7 A.Power 4 0 0 7 J.Martin 2 1 1 2 J.Curran 1.4 0 3 6
Hamley Bridge Batting A.Martin ct W.Farraley b L.Tassell........... 1 J.Smith b J.Birchmore............................. 5 S.Ireland ct B.Martin b L.Tassell.............. 5 J.Martin b J.Birchmore............................ 5 M.O’Neill b J.Birchmore........................... 0 J.Curran ct A.Coe b J.Hallion.................. 0 A.Power ct B.Martin ct B.Goudie............. 7 J.Watson ct B.Martin b J.Charnstrom...... 8 R.Darwin b B.Goudie............................... 0 L.Henneker b A.Coe................................ 0 T.Darwin Not Out..................................... 0 Extras 8 Total 10/39 Mallala Bowling Bowler O M W R J.Birchmore 5 1 3 10 L.Tassell 4 1 2 6 J.Hallion 5 2 1 7 B.Goudie 5 2 2 8 J.Charnstrom 1 1 1 0 A.Coe .3 0 1 -
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SPORT v Bowls
Minor round ends with surprises Division One
The final minor round in Division One ended with several interesting results. Leaders Balaklava scraped through for a one shot win over Mallala while Owen upset the more fancied Riverton side by two shots. Elsewhere, Port Wakefield and Hamley Bridge had comfortable wins over their respective opponents. While these results had no impact of the Division One standings, several sides may have gained valuable momentum leading into the semi-finals.
Division One Previews
Can Balaklava march straight into the big one? Both Division One semi-finals will be played at Balaklava this weekend. For all participating sides there is no second chance from now on – win and enter the grand final one week later, lose and that is the end of bowls for another season. The first semi-final sees Balaklava host Owen. These sides have met twice during the season with Balaklava winning both matches by margins of 30 shots or more. While the result of this match should be much closer, Balaklava is still favoured to proceed directly into the grand final.
By John Glistak, Secretary WMBA Close finish expected Riverton and Hamley Bridge meet in the second semi-final in what should be an intriguing match-up. During the season, each side has recorded one win against the other with similar winning margins on both occasions. Riverton’s recent form has been disappointing while Hamley Bridge’s form has been steady but not convincing during
the same period. Hamley Bridge also has the advantage of more finals experience amongst its bowlers. All things considered, Hamley Bridge will probably enter this match as slight favourites but they will be mindful that Riverton did win against them for the first time for several seasons at their last meeting. This match may finish up being the closer of the two Division One contests.
All bowlers are advised that finals commence at 1 pm. Division One: 21 March 2009 – Hamley Bridge 10 def. Tarlee 2 (scores not provided); Owen 75(10) (N. Harkness 21, K. Warnes 27, G. Harkness 27) def. Riverton 73(2) (N. Rogers 25, B. Mullins 25, M. Griffiths 23); Port Wakefield 76(10) (G. McPharlin 32, R. McQuire 27, P. Fontaine 17) def. Wasleys 63(2) (L. Ryan 20, D. Olive 25, R. Bowman 18); Balaklava 68(9) (B. Taylor 30, P. Thompson 23, T. Clifford 15) def. Mallala 67(3) (I. Stuart 14, K. Roberts 23, P. Furst 30). Standings: Balaklava 181 +325, Riverton 159 +208, Hamley Bridge 150 +147, Owen 112 -72, Port Wakefield 93
-73, Mallala 91 -14, Wasleys 78 -113, Tarlee 48 -408. Where they play: Division One – 28 March 2009: SemiFinals – Balaklava vs Owen (played at Balaklava), Riverton vs Hamley Bridge (played at Balaklava) 1 p.m. start. Riverton’s green out of action Please note Riverton Bowling Club has formally advised the Association that its green would not be available for semi-finals and therefore the Executive Committee has endorsed Riverton’s request that both of its semi-final matches be played at Balaklava instead of at Riverton.
What a finish in Division Two Red! Mallala Black secured top position following their sound win over second placed Hamley White. A tight tussle between Hamley Red and Owen saw Hamley Red emerge victors by only three shots. This loss has ended Owen’s chances of making the four. However, Hamley Red’s win allowed it to move into second position ahead of Hamley White – both with equal points – but with Hamley Red having the superior shots up record. So near and yet so far for Mallala White! Their crucial match against Balaklava Red decided which side would finish in fourth position. On this occasion, Balaklava Red proved too strong for their opponents to
By John Glistak, Secretary WMBA secure the last spot in the finals. The last match of the round saw Balaklava White defeat Balaklava Blue to move off the bottom in this section.
Division Two Red Preview
Next Saturday’s semi-finals in Division Two Red will be played at Mallala and Hamley Bridge. Minor premiers Mallala Black will meet Balaklava Red in the first semi-final. During the season Mallala Black has won both of its encounters against Balaklava Red and with recent form also being in Mallala Black’s favour, the minor premiers
should proceed into the grand final. The two Hamley sides meet in the other semi-final to determine which side will feature in the grand final the following week. Hamley White has had two narrow victories against Hamley Red during the season and while little should separate these two sides once again, Hamley White may hold a slight edge. Both semi-finals will commence at 1 pm. Division Two Red: 21 March – Hamley Red 74(10) (G. Schilling 25, D. French 20, J. Bell 29) def. Owen 71(2) (L. Hean 24, P. Sullivan 24, I. Freebairn 23); Balaklava White 80(9) (K. Harkness 23, M. Olsen 34, R. Hillman 23) def. Balaklava Blue 74(3) (P. McPharlin 29, R. Barr 22, C. Milton
23); Balaklava Red 72(10) (C. Cowan 18, C. Welke 24, B. Hogben 30) def. Mallala White 51(2) (P. March 19, K. McDonald 18, G. Forrest 14); Mallala Black 84(10) (B. Smith 27, C. Crossman 39, J. Evans 18) def. Hamley White 73(2) (L. Stott 18, C. Phillips 24, B. Morris 31) Standings: Mallala Black 176 +303.75, Hamley Red 157 +234, Hamley White 157 +163, Balaklava Red 140 +62, Mallala White 136 +91, Owen 129 +85.25, Balaklava White 120 -17, Balaklava Blue 119 -18. Where they play: Division Two Red – 21 March 2009: Semi-Finals – Mallala Black vs Balaklava Red (played at Mallala), Hamley Red vs Hamley White (played at Hamley Bridge) 1 pm start.
A waiting round for Division Two White Last weekend’s round had no effect on standings with the main interest being the contest between the top two sides. On this occasion, Port Wakefield Gold proved too strong for Riverton White. Port Wakefield Blue had a comfortable win against Wasleys while Riverton Black had a forfeit against Tarlee in the final match.
Division Two White Preview
Semi-finals for Division Two White will be played at Port Wakefield and Balaklava with both matches featuring local derbies. The two Port Wakefield sides meet in one semi-final with Port Wakefield Gold having a decided advantage over its sister side Port Wakefield Blue. Riverton White meets Riverton Black in the other semi-final with each side having recorded a win over the other during the season. Recent form favours Riverton White in what should be a close contest between these two sides. A 1 pm start will apply to all finals. Division Two White: 21 March – Port Wakefield Gold 84(10) (A. Williams 31, A. Carslake 26, R. McGregor 27) def. Riverton White 65(2) (P. Gates 13, R. Hannaford 23, J. Glistak 29); Port Wakefield Blue 85(10) (A. Brown 29, M. Hayes 19, T. Franke 37) def. Wasleys 69(2) (T.
By John Glistak, Secretary WMBA Prior 25, J. McDonnell 25, J. Williamson 19); Riverton Black 12(12) def. Tarlee 0(0) (forfeit). Standings: Port Wakefield Gold 156 +390, Riverton White 116 +30, Riverton Black 113 +63, Port Wakefield Blue 82 -185, Wasleys 61 -508, Tarlee 17 -697 Where they play: Division Two White – 21 March 2009: Semi-Finals – Port Wakefield Gold vs Port Wakefield Blue (played at Port Wakefield), Riverton White vs Riverton Black (played at Balaklava) 1 p.m. start. General finals news Host clubs will be providing afternoon tea at each semi-final venue with a $4 charge applying to all bowlers and spectators alike. Members of the Hamley White, Port Wakefield Blue and Riverton Black – as ‘away’ sides in their respective semi-finals will remove all disks off their bowls to aid better identification of bowls during these matches. Clubs have also been advised that all grand finals will be played at one venue – a venue which is neutral for the sides playing in the Division One grand final. This venue will be determined as soon as both Division One semi-finals have concluded.
Wooroora Association
A Bowler’s Bias
Name: Shaun Northcott Age: 17 Played bowls for: three years Bowl for: Wildfire Live: Balaklava Profession: Student/shop assistant Hobbies other than bowls: Work, tennis, CFS, Pedal Prix Do you prefer to play on lawn or synthetic greens? Never played on synthetic Bowls could be improved by: Better sportsmanship 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? Fireman Sam What was the last film you saw? Shooter What is your favourite song? I don’t care by Fall Out Boy What would you like to see changed in the world? Political power plays When you have to cook a meal for yourself, what is it? Eggs and bacon If someone wrote a biography about you, what do you think the title should be? “Home was never like this”
“Come celebrate after a day on the green” • Cold beer & meals available
Singles winner Lyn Moloney, Hamley Bridge (right) with runner-up Bev Roney, Mallala.
Wooroora Women champs The Wooroora Women’s Championships were held on March 2 and 3 at Owen Bowling Club in hot and humid conditions. On the second day, play had to be stopped due to heavy rain, and was resumed on Friday March 13, which was much more pleasant. Singles championship was won by Lyn Moloney of Hamley
Bridge, and runner-up was Bev Roney of Mallala. Fours champions were Port Wakefield, the winning team consisting of Moya Hayes (skipper), Bev McQuire, Pam Durbridge and Lydia Berry. Fours runners-up were the Two Wells team of Margaret Maylin (skipper), Bev Molloy, Pam Prescott and Marlena Paul.
Fours winners, Port Wakefield: second Pam Durbridge, lead Lydia Berry, third Bev McQuire and skipper Moya Hayes, and runners-up Two Wells: skipper Margaret Maylin, third Bev Molloy, second Pam Prescott and lead Marlena Paul.
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Matthew takes out Region 8 singles title
REGION 8 champion of champions, Matthew Northcott of Balaklava.
Balaklava’s rising star in men’s bowls, 15-year-old Matthew Northcott, is the Region 8 singles Champion of Champions. He defeated Mintaro’s Mick Young 25-20 to take the crown. Michael Perrin (Koolunga) came third. Ian Rowett, of Saddleworth, made up the “fab four” of Singles regional bowlers. It’s been a big year for Matthew, who was runner-up in the association singles title. Matthew also is skipper of the State Under 18 bowls team. Combined men and women’s Champion of Champions games were played at Balaklava last Sunday for Singles, Pairs, Triples and Fours Champions for Region 8 Balaklava, Blyth, Koolunga, Snowtown, Riverton, Mundoora, Port Wakefield, Mintaro and Saddleworth clubs represented by the men and the Hutt & Hill River, Northern Light and Wooroora Women were represented by their
By Jill Ackland, Secretary Region 8 Lower North association’s champions. PAIRS: The Pairs final was played between the teams from Mundoora (Kerry Kerley and John Spackman), Port Wakefield (Maurice Manners and Owen Eglington), Balaklava (John Roberts and David Lamond) and Riverton (Andrew Clark and Barry Mullins). In a tight game Riverton defeated Mundoora 17-14. Port Wakefield finished third. FOURS MEN: Port Wakefield, Snowtown, Blyth and Brinkworth were clubs represented in Fours competition. The Blyth team of Ron de Luca, Arnold Frick, Robert Kennett, and Paul Farley defeated the Port Wakefield team represented by
WOMEN’S singles winner, Lyn Moloney, of Wooroora.
MEN’S fours winners, Blyth, from left: Rob Kennett, Paul Farley, Arnold Frick and Ronnie de Luca.
Kieren Phelan, Mike Cicolella, Greg McPharlin and Mike Rankine 22 - 15. The team from Brinkworth was third. SINGLES WOMEN: Lyn Moloney (Wooroora), Liz Gooda (Northern Light) and Venita Rowen (Hutt & Hill River) played for the championship. Lyn Moloney was the outright winner with two wins, and Liz Gooda runner-up. PAIRS WOMEN: Angie Pearse and Sue Yates (Hutt & Hill River) were the winners with two wins and Joy O’Brien and Pam Brooks (Northern Light) were the runners-up. TRIPLES WOMEN: This championship had a close finish with each team having a win and a loss. The winning team with plus four shots up were Enid
Passehl, Margaret Prime and Julie Przibilla (Northern Light) with the runners-up on zero shots were Shirley Sanders, Bev Roney and Carol King (Wooroora Women). FOURS WOMEN: The winners with two games were Wooroora Women represented by Lydia Berry, Pam Durbridge, Bev McQuire and Moya Hayes. The runners-up were Northern Light represented by Maxine Baldock, Gwenda Sims, Raylene Landorf and Lenice Pearce. Jill Ackland, Assistant Councillor for Region 8 congratulated all players on the high standard of the bowling. She presented the women with their medallions. Jim Quinn presented the shield to the Singles Women Champion. David Lamond presented the men with their medallions. He made special mention of the Singles Men winner, Matthew Northcott.
LADIES pairs winner, Sue Yates and Angie Pearse of Hutt and Hill River.
LADIES fours winners, Wooroora, from left: Lydia Berry, Pam Durbridge, Bev McQuire and Moya Hayes.
LEFT: Ladies triples winners, Norther Light, from left: Julie Przibilla, Marg Prime and Enid Passehl.
Mallala Winter Bowls Come and play on the carpet MEN’S pairs winners Andrew Clark and Barry Mulllins of Riverton.
sides for saturday
BALAKLAVA Division 1. B Olsen, J Roberts, A Chivell, T Clifford (sk). C Bown, K McPharlin, M Northcott, P Thompson (sk). A Northcott, O Chapman, D Lamond, B Taylor (sk). Division 2. Balaklava Red v Mallala Red at Mallala. Cars: Skippers. T Whittaker, N Sampson, C Cowan, K Ackland (sk). C Stewart, A Barr, D Whittaker, B Hogben (sk). K Cottle, R May, C Welke, S Hawke (sk). Bar: D Anderson, A Northcott, A Chivell. OWEN Division 1. Owen v Balaklava at Balaklava. G Marshman, P Freebairn, T Harkness, G Harkness (sk). B Diehl, W Hocking, G Bubner, K Warnes (sk). B Duncan, R Uppill, B Parker, N Harkness (sk). Cars: G Bubner, B Duncan, P Freebairn departing 12.15.
wooroora women
Two Wells Red d Mallala Black 39-34. M Gameau 17 d C King 14. B Molloy 22 d B Roney 20. Owen d Mallala White 56-28. B Harkness 36 d F Dunstan. G Wandel 20 d M Marshman 18. Port Wakefield d Hamley Bridge 35-33. H
Brown 16 d N Fyfe 14. M Hayes 19 drew with L Moloney 19. Balaklava Green d Two Wells 42-34. B Philp 24 d S Underwood 17. F Rowland 18 d M Maylin 17. Mallala Red d Balaklava Gold 59-33. R Jenkim 29 d C Goldney 19. Y Curnow 30 d K Catford 14. Balaklava Red bye. Premiership Table Owen 144 +159 Mallala Red 124 +89 Balaklava Red 121 +44 Balaklava Green 106 +28 Port Wakefield 100 +11 Balaklava Red 96 +11 Mallala White 90 -40 Two Wells Red 60 -137 Two Wells White 51 -152 Finals started on Monday March 23 with Owen playing Hamley Bridge and Mallala Red playing Balaklava Gold at Port Wakefield. Grand Final ground to be decided for Thursday March 26. Play to start at 9.30am.
North East Pennants
Clare Red 37 (9) def Blyth 31 (1). R Howes
17 drew with D Edwards 17. T Morris 20 d M Coles 14. Brinkworth 43 (10) def Balaklava 28 (0). M McElvanney 24 d K Harkness 15. J Goss 19 def R Hillman 13. Clare White 37 (8) def Snowtown 35 (2). T Haywman 14 lost to R Brand 18. J Bradbury 23 d R Atkinson 17. Burra 36 (10) def Spalding 24 (0). C Boston 20 def K Jackson 11. J Maidment 16 d P Goodridge 13. Premiership Table Snowtown 147 57.83 Burra 136 55.62 Clare Red 132 52.95 Brinkworth 91 47.22 Blyth 85 48.60 Spalding 81 49.19 Balaklava 80 44.40 Clare White 50 44.32 An excellent season of bowls and good fellowship was completed at Burra on Wednesday March 18. Congratulations to the Snowtown Bowling Club on winning the 2008-09 Pennant. Thanks to the Burra Bowling Club for being such gracious hosts to the association.
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Bulldogs’ night in superb finals game BRIANNA Wedding, Brittany Koch and Matthew Gregory were presented with trophies for their umpiring throughout the season.
Bulldogs defeated Young Guns by 26 in the A grade men’s basketball final, in a night that was superb for playing and watching basketball. The finals were a great spectacle and the Basketball Association should be congratulated on the innovation. The A men’s game was not close as the Young Guns seemed to have lost their touch from the previous week. On a number of occasions they moved the ball around in the front court to set up Danny Gardner with an easy layup which for some reason most times rolled out. Justin Walker seemed not to have the run and zip of previous weeks although he dropped in a
DANNY Gardner, Young Guns, in action.
ASSOCIATION best and fairest for under 16 boys, Luke Williams with runner-up Brandon Merry.
Friday Night Lights Adelaide Plains Basketball Report By Three Points number of finger rolls. Bulldogs, on the other hand, who were slow to start soon found it was their night. The surprise inclusion of Travis Olsen who Dribbler tells me had already played a game in town, possibly was the difference. He is such a talented player who seldom wastes the ball. Simon Nankivell was at his best while Jonathan Brice put in a number of unbelievable shots. Congratulations to both teams for giving us a great spectacle. Owen was unlucky on the night. Not one win. Hopefully they will learn from this experience and manage some next year. Natasha Greenshields played a top game in the U12 Girls to lead them in their win. Tayla Williams also played superbly but it was their overall team strength and good coaching by Katie Marshall that made the difference. Another Bulldog’s team the U14 Boy’s Redlegs stopped Owen. They were just too good nearly scoring 50 points. Dribbler didn’t think team play was the difference. He reckons the Redlegs had a higher number of better basketballers and there wasn’t enough team play. Finally, in one of the most exciting games of the night Hamley won their only flag, toppling the Owen Opals. There were a couple of crashes in the game with some
sore Owen girls. Hopefully they are okay. The Hamley girls gave us something to cheer about as they played as a team. Alison Schahinger looked like she was having fun and posted a number of critical goals. The game was even for the first three quarters with Hamley only getting the edge when the Owen Opals were spent. Well done girls. The U16 boys game was another exciting game. It was a shootout between the two top scorers, Michael Clifford and Luke Williams. The Magics thought they were in with a chance when young Michael Clifford was fouled off, but his team were able to keep going. Coach Leigh Wright was pleased and looked confident about getting another flag in the B men. Here talented sport Derek Friedrichs had other ideas and led the Lakers to an exciting and close win. Talking about close wins, Dribbler reckons they couldn’t get closer than the U12 boys and theU14 Girls. I didn’t see the games however I am told Tyler Moulds put in a great game but Jason Michael and Brandon Foale-Jacka did too. In the girls the Midgets’ win last week was possibly their highlight, but they too took it right up to the taller Bulldog’s team. Dribbler thought the Bulldogs would take out the C Women’s final but Storm stormed home to win it by just one shot. Teagan McPharlin played well ably supported by Kirsty McArdle. The C Men was a good game but Longies were just too good. Or according to Dribbler, Corey Olsen was too good. As usual he gave it his all. It was a great night and we will miss basketball. Maybe some one will set up a winter competition?
b Men - lakers
ASSOCIATION best and fairest for under 14 girls, Shauni Tiller (right) with runnerup Danielle Hosking.
Back from left: Nigel Olsen, Derek Friedrichs, James Napper. Front: Jason Fiegert, Zac Guy, Luke Williams and Luke Guy.
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A men
B women
Bulldogs 52 (T.Olsen 15, J.Brice 13, S.Jericho 10) def Young Guns 26 (A.Williams 8, J.Walker 6, D.Gardner 6)
Hamley Bridge 29 (A.Schahinger 9, K.Smith 8, G.Callery 5) def Owen Opals 19 (S.Wilson 9, B.Wedding 7, J.Neilson 3).
B Men
C women
Lakers 37 (D.Friedrichs 10, J.Napper 10, N.Olsen 6) def Nuggets 33 (G.Page 16, L.Wright 13, C.Marshall 2)
Storm 23 (T.McPharlin 9, K.McArdle 8, J.Robertson 2) def Bulldogs 21 (C.Powell 10, K.Marshall 8, J.Smith 3).
C Men
Under 16 Girls
Longies 32 (C.Olsen 16, J.Matthews 9, K.Jenkin 3) def Jazz 20 (K.Simon 7, R.McPharlin 7, G.Palmer 2).
Bulldogs 27 (J.Angel 15, K.Cmrlec 4, T.Nottle 4) def Blaze 19 (A.Simon 10, R.McPharlin 4, L.Michael 2).
Under 16 Boys
Under 14 Girls
Lakers 60 (M.Clifford 43, T.Shepherd 10, M.Hill 4) def Magics 44 (L.Williams 40, T.Michael 2, S van Kleef 2).
Bulldogs 28 (J.Hoepner 8, C.Moulds 6, H.Hoepner 4) def Midgets 27 (B.Koch 15, T.Renshaw 4, A.Marsden 2).
Under 14 Boys
Under 12 Girls
Redlegs 48 (J.Appleby 24, B.Taylor 18, T.Nottle 3) def Owen 27 (J.Wedding 12, J.Harkness 4, M.Woollett 4).
Bulldogs 30 (N.Greenshields 12, T.Williams 8, C.Lawrie 4) def Owen 21 (M.Merry 8, K.Wedding 7, B.Wilson 4).
Under 12 Boys
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Young Guns 23 (J.Michael 10, B.FoaleJacka 8, D.Page 5) def Bulldogs 21 (T.Moulds 8, J.Hoepner 6, J.Studham 6).
c women - storm
Back from left: Clare Haynes, Jasmyn Parke, Julie Krieg. Front: Tegan McPharlin, Jess Robertson, Taylor Caines and Hayley Shepherd. Absent: Kirsty McArdle.
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under 12 boys - young guns
under 12 girls - bulldogs
Back from left: Jake Michael, Tate Michael, Dawson Page, front: Tom Lane, Luke Pringle and Braydon Foale-Jacka.
Back from left: Casey Lawrie, Natasha Greenshields, Katrina Price, front: Tayla Williams (association best and fairest), Shyleigh Cullen, Sophie Maxwell and Abby Clisby.
under 14 boys - redlegs
under 14 girls - bulldogs
UNDEFEATED back from left: coach Jill Lawrie, Tait Nottle, Brandon Taylor, Joshua Appleby, front: Corey O’Neill and Billy Trench.
Back from left: coach Megan Smith, Hannah Hoepner, Gabi Smith, Kelly Trench, assistant coach Kerrianne Trench, front: Caitlyn Moulds, Ashleigh Williams, Jess Hoepner, Danielle Hosking.
under 16 boys - lakers
under 16 girls - bulldogs
Back from left: coach Kym Simon, Mitchell Hill, David Cunningham, Cameron Mellier, front: Riley McDonald, Michael Clifford and Tim Shepherd.
Back from left: coach Caitlin Mackay, Lauren Maxwell, Jess Angel, Kimberley Hoepner, Stacey Mugge, front: Rebecca Mudge, Amy Nottle, Kate Cmrlec and Tegan Nottle.
LEFT: Brad Michael, Balaklava dribbles past Jared Cmrlec, Bulldogs. RIGHT: Stacey Mugge, Bulldogs taps the rebound away over Balaklava’s Madison Veitch’s head.
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Long Plains defends Lower North premiership In Saturday’s grand final at Mallala, Owen, who won the preliminary final, played Long Plains, winner of the second semi final, in warm blustery conditions. At the completion of the mixed doubles it was three sets all, Owen leading by two games. Half way through the singles it was six sets all, Owen leading by one game when new balls were called. From this point on, Long Plains ladies hit full form not conceding a set. The men’s doubles were close and evenly contested. An interesting point was the number one men played in three tie-breakers for the day – two-one to Long Plains. Long Plains won 16 sets 118 games to Owen 8 sets 79 games, defending their premiership from the previous season. On a historical note, it is 75 years since a team from Avon won the first premiership on our recently enlarged shield. – Ben Pym, President, Lower Northern Tennis Association. RESULTS: Long Plains 16-118 def Owen 8-79. Rebecca Pym def Leonie Selleck 6-2. Leah Tynan def Courtney Daniel 6-0. Mary Jane Angus def Chris Daniel 6-3. Alison Pym def Kathy Harkness 6-1. Karen Tynan def Tania Heaslip 6-0. Lisa Baker def Tracey Pratt 6-0. Mark Pym lost to Adam Pratt 7-6. James Rundle def Daniel Pratt 6-0. Peter Pym lost to Ben Marshman 6-2. Ross Sharer lost to Robert Llyod 6-0. Ben Pym def Clinton Tiller 7-6. Nick Algar lost to Darryl Barkla 6-0.
LOWER NORTH tennis premiers, Long Plains, back from left: Ben Pym, Nick Algar, Ross Sharer, James Rundle, Paul Sharer, Mark Pym, Peter Pym, front: Karen Tynan, Mary-Jane Angus, Leah Tynan, Rebecca Pym, Lisa Baker and Alison Pym.
Owen takes junior premiership flag again LOWER NORTH JUNIORS GRAND FINALS
Division one premiers: Owen, from left: Daniel Brewster, Kieren Robinson, Charles Fry and Robert Lloyd.
mid north
Blyth 7-98 lost to Balaklava 17-132. Amanda O’Shaunessey def Helen Barry 6-2. Lisa Stirling def Pauline Hill. Tracey Andriske lost to Tammy Barr 6-4. Janey Zweck def Shelley Lamond 6-4. Bec Carlin def Terissa Smart 6-1. Kate Wandel lost to Sharalyn Pike 6-4. Paul Gibson lost to Derek Friedrichs 7-5. Dale Stirling lost to Rick Lamond. Christian White lost to Phil Barry. Matthew Williams lost to Jonathon Brice 6-2. Robert Dall lost to Andrew Land 6-2. David Eckermann lost to Andrew Michael 6-3.
Nantawarra wind-up
Nantawarra Tennis Club held their end of season wind up at the Royal Hotel on Saturday March 14. Nantawarra finished fourth in the Lower Northern Tennis Association, losing to Owen in the first semi final. Captain Tammy Nicholls presented the trophies to the winners: D Dixon Memorial Trophy – Jessica Taylor; ladies runner-up – Sascha Tiller; E G Herbert Memorial Trophy winner – Richard Maxwell, mens runner – Rodney Burke, NTC Captain’s Trophy – Darren Woodroofe.
Saturday
The Balaklava side ventured to Clare to take on friendly rivals Blyth in the preliminary final, with both sides sporting a few different faces from their last encounter. The mixed saw Pauline Hill and Rick ‘Mr Media’ Lamond win a marathon 7-5, while Shelley Lamond and Jonathon Brice were fortunate to scrape through to win a tiebreaker. Experienced finalists Tammy Barr and Phil Barry were unlucky to come second in yet another tight 7-5 set. The fifth and sixth pairs, in the two Andrews (Lane and Michael), and partners Terissa Smart and Shaz Pike, had comfortable wins, giving Balak a 4-2 lead, heading into the singles. After their tight mixed, both Pauline and
Rick decided to keep it close, with Pauline going down in a marathon tiebreaker to Lisa Stirling, while Rick eventually won a long 6-4 over Dale Stirling. Top lady Helen Barry got one game more than last time against the superstar Amanda O’Shaunessy in a high quality set. Top man Derek ‘lamb chop’ Freidrichs, who was sporting some injuries allegedly obtained from some Friday night activities, was pushed to the limit, eventually winning 7-5 in a set that had the crowd oohing and aahhing Mr Fabulous Phil Barry was ruthless in his singles, making sure there were no ‘what ifs’, winning a dakdropper. The two Andrews were happily bringing up the rear, this week dropping just eight games between them. Young Jonathon Brice, who was feeling a bit ‘tired’, didn’t want a long singles, so pulled out all stops and won in reasonable time just so he could have a little siesta before the doubles. Shaz was the other lady to win her singles, showing a vast array of shots! However, the men were the stars, winning all six of their sets - well done! The Balak side still needed one more set from the last six to win, so with guns blazing, won five of the six instead, After both losing their singles, Helen and Pauline played a fantastic set to win their doubles 7-5 which was a great effort! Shaz and Terissa won a marathon tiebreaker, whilst Tammy and Shelley came second in a long 6-4. The men continued on their winning form, not dropping a set! Derek and Rick had the tightest set, being 6-4, whilst the other pairs showed no mercy. Well done to 3 set winners Andrew Lane, Andrew Michael, Rick Lamond, Jonathon Brice, and the lonesome lady, Shaz Pike Final score Balaklava 17-132 defeated a gallant Blyth 7-98. The grand final is next week against Clare Lawn at Clare Hardcourts. Spectators welcome to cheer the team on. Good luck team!
Undefeated favourites, Owen, once again took the division one premiership flag in Lower North Junior Tennis, but not before the Long Plains side grabbed a couple of sets. In division two, two Balaklava sides played each other in an exciting match, runners-up Balaklava Gold having been undefeated all season. The division three match was also very exciting, seeing Balaklava take the glory over Two Wells. Despite one-sided scores, both the division two and three matches
were very tight, with some excellent skills displayed. All teams showed great sportsmanship. Presentations were made to the winning teams by president Yvonne Bell, who also thanked Bill Roney for being score recorder all season. DIVISION 1. Owen 4-28 def. Long Plains 2-18. Singles: Robert Lloyd lost to Leah Tynan 3-6, Kieren Robinson def Karl Algar 6-1, Daniel Brewster def Ross Sharer 6-3, Charles Fry def Michael Clifford 6-0. Doubles: Lloyd and Robinson def Tynan and Algar 62, Brewster and Fry lost to Sharer and Clifford 1-6. DIVISION 2. Balaklava Gold 6-36 def. Balaklava Green 0-10. Singles: Ben Michael def Ben
Heaslip 6-5, Luke Williams def Callum Michael 6-0, Dylan Fahey def Hedley Greenshields 6-1, Sam VanKleef def Ashley Krieg 6-0. Doubles: B. Michael and Williams def Heaslip and C. Michael 6-2, Fahey and vanKleef def Greenshields and Krieg 6-2. DIVISION 3. Balaklava Green 6-36 def. Two Wells White 0-16. Singles: Marni Greenshields def Maddy Seccafien 6-2, Dillon Michael def Jamie Humphrys 6-2, Henry Lane def Renee Seccafien 6-2, Gemma Freebairn def Taiha Wilmshurst 6-3. Doubles: Greenshields and Bradey Krieg def Seccafien and Matthew Lange 6-3, Michael and Freebairn def Seccafien and Wilmshurst 6-4. – Bill Roney
Division two premiers: Balaklava Gold, from left: Sam van Kleef, Dylan Fahey, Luke Williams and Ben Michael.
Division three premiers: Balaklava Green, from left: Dillon Michael, Bradey Krieg, Henry Lane, Marnie Greenshields and Gemma Freebairn.
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Little Athletics wind up
ADELAIDE PLAINS Giants Little Athletics members with their participation trophies and certificates.
LEFT: Tim Cawrse, Mallala bowls during the Lower Gilbert Cricket grand final. ABOVE: Kerry Kerley, Mundoora has a look at positioning during Sunday’s Region 8 finals. RIGHT: Ben Marshman, Owen serves during the Lower North Tennis grand final on Saturday.
Croquet Upper wakefield
Snowtown 31, G Schupelius 12, R Freebairn 8, P Schupelius 6, J Hoskin 5, def Blyth 22, R Loader 10, J Hilzinger 2, C Bolvig 5, G Clark 5. Clare 35, J Victor 12, E Hooper 6, R Gierke 10, G Todd 7 def Balaklava 20, M Hill 6, C Reimers 2, L Sutton 7, N Williams 5. At Snowtown, Blyth battled. Ruth did well making 10 hoops but Jenny struggled. Chris and Graham kept even with Pam and Joylene only losing by one hoop. Clare could not do a thing wrong. Jean got to the peg against Marilyn and Chris which gave them a lead of 10. Lyn and Nancy could not keep up to Rae and Georgie who hardly missed a roquet all day. While Balaklava balls were travelling well but just missing their mark. A roquet is a shot when a ball hits the opponents ball giving them a continuing shot.
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One could have been forgiven if they thought that on Thursday morning they were at the Clipsal 500, but it was only 14 eager drivers arriving at the golf course led by that big black Monaro, seeking pole position to hit off for their third come-try golf day. I would like to say how pleased I have been with the turnout for our come-and-try golf this year. The enthusiasm has been remarkable. Over the three weeks we averaged 11 players per week which has been great. This Thursday March 26 we will all be put to the test when we play our first 18 holes stroke for the year starting at 9am. So if you could be at the clubhouse by 8.30am or soon after it would be appreciated. Starters for Thursday will be G Edwards and F Williams. Subs are due and can be paid to Carol Parkin. First year membership for new members is $220. Reminder: Opening of the Winter season for the club will be held on April 4, 11.30am for 12 noon start. Four BBB mixed teams Nyowee Trophy followed by BBQ tea. – Captain Maurine
Balaklava Men
Nearly 30 hirsute, bronzed and splendidly presented pretenders shuffled out of the car park and so on to the sword for
that most perplexing of concepts, a Par Competition last Saturday, truly an exercise favoured only by those who like to be either quick, or dead. It proved to be a big day out for that moo-moo food munchkin Murray Smith, who balefully made hay on his whey to stacking a beautifully bovine score of +2, perplexing Peter Lamont (+1) and bedazzling Bill Parkin (square). Choking on their collective cud as they all headed slowly, single file back to the trough were fellow A Graders B. Lokan (square), M. Loy (square), R. Lawson (-1), M. Hameister (-1), R. Hahn (-3), L. Durdin (-4), W. Nagle (-5), J. Michael (-6) and W. Berry (-6). In the ovine B Grade gaggle, All-Australian sheep-dip champion Tate Michael fleeced the flock with a true ringer’s tally of +7, clipping a normally ram-paging Scott Michael (+5) and a very, very woolly Jye Neale (+3). Following them through the woolshed chutes were L. Hart (+2), D. Rice (+2). The senior B. Michael (square), cadet B. Michael (square), D. Addison (-1), G. Toms (-3), D. Trickett (-3), C. Michael (-3), G. Anderson (-4), A. Henstridge (-5), R. Veitch (-6), N. Mellow (-6) and one D. Rodgers who, for some unknown reason, elected not to have his score recorded leaving all his fans, no doubt, bereft and bewildered. Our newest member, “Jumpin’” James Napper, played his second round in search of a handicap, but just how well he went must remain shrouded in that mystery, which is the confidentiality demanded of a new member and his handicapper. The mighty Muzz not only won the day, but also claimed a birdie on the eighth, as did Bill Parkin, on the same hole. Nearest The Pin golf balls were comparatively hard to come by, but that didn’t stop Wayne Nagle from hogging one on the 10th, while Mark Loy pigged out on the both the 15th and 17th holes. This Thursday (tomorrow, folks!) will be not only the last, but a blast, as we stage the final Sundowner for this summer season. Don’t miss this, (no really,) because a certain major sponsor, who happens to create brilliant wines in the Rhynie winery region, has threatened to add a touch of class to the post hit-and-giggle gathering. This means that the game will play a very second fiddle to a gourmet gathering thereafter! We are 12, all told, who will travel to Renmark for this weekend’s world-series prize-grab and we know that your hearts, minds and indeed, livers will be with us every teetering step of the way. Watch this space for for the resultant results.
balaklava mid week
Gerry Toms scooped the pools with
Adelaide Plains Giants Little Athletics held their wind up last Monday night at the Eagles Sports and Community Centre. The little athletes were all presented with participation trophies, displaying points accumulated throughout the year. Adelaide Plains Giants had a fantastic season, with 32 registered athletes. Alicia Patching was awardedAthlete of the Year. She is pictured right holding her trophy and shield.
GWEN and Bevan Duncan of Owen Bowling Club.
a sizable 48 points on Wednesday from Dean Trickett 43, Dene Newton 42, Merv Hameister 35, Doug Taylor 34, Don Anderson, Bill Berry 30, John Curnow 30. Birdies Gerry Toms 13 and 14, Dean Trickett 10, Merv Hameister 2 and 4, Bill Berry 14, John Curnow 6.
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Winning team in Saturday’s pairs stroke competition was Tom Smith and Bob Charman 134. Runners up were Tony Jones and Brody Schaeffer 136. Ball winners in the individual scores were D Russell 64, Tony Jones 65, R Pawlak 66, A Noack 66, R Smith 66, R Charman 67 and T Smith 67. Other scores: B Pearce 68, B Schwartz 69, G Dahlitz 69, W Van Pelt 71, B Schaeffer 71, J Mitchell 71, W Isgar 71, R Battle 72, R Ahola 72, R Mortimer 73, N Stringer 74, S Howe 74, W Jackson 75, A Mitchell 76, K Skelland 76, D Cooper 76, M Grasby 77, C Applebee 78 and bringing up the rear, K Kluske 81, E Branson 86. Only four players managed birdies: R Smith 6, T Jones 15, J Mitchell 17 and T Smith 14 an 17.
Shooting adelaide plains rifle
Cyclists and Torrens Valley. A Grade: P Bradshaw 95.6. B Grade: J Pinyon 92.5. Sighter: D Bradey 18.1. Cyclists and Torrens Valley F Class. F Open: R Braund 181. F Standard 180. Sighters: M Heywood 53/60. Light River. A Grade: B Clark 95.7. B Grade: G Buddle 93.4. Sighters: B Wrightson 18.2. Phoenix. A Grade: G George 97.7. B Grade: M Bialkowski 93.3. Sighters: C George 19.2. Phoenix F Class. F Standard: R Mousley 56, 54, 100. Postal & Railways. A Grade: R Cunningham 96.6. B Grade: A MacFarlane 88.4. Sighters: S Giles 17.1.
Mallala gun club
Results from Sunday March 22 where 15 competed in nice weather conditions. 20 target point score compulsory divide. A: C Bentley 59/60, B: G Hopgood 50/60, C: N Dempster 45/60. 50 target single barrel club championship. A: B Dempster 47/50, 2nd M Stokes 44/50. B: G Hopgood 43/50, 2nd J innes 31/50. C: A Tapscott 39/50, 2nd G Tapscott 35/50. 25 Target double barrel. A: G Bentley 25/25, 2nd R Fleming 25/25. B: J Innes 25/25, 2nd G Hopgood 20/25. C: J Gilbert 23/27, 2nd A Tapscott 22/27.
Gwen, Bevan on to AER state finals Owen bowlers Gwen and Bevan Duncan are moving towards the serious end of one of Australia’s richest lawn bowls tournaments for club players. Gwen and Bevan won the Bowls SA Region 8 final of The AER Foundation Australian Mixed Pairs Challenge played recently and will now move on to the State Finals, which are to be played Clarence Gardens BC, Adelaide, on March 27. The winners of this final will represent South Australia in the national final to be played on the Gold Coast in May. The Challenge, which carries a prize purse of over $40,000 and a chance to win a Star Cruise holiday plus a trip to Singapore for two, raises funds to help the Alcohol Education and Rehabilitation Foundation in its work to combat alcohol and drug abuse within Australian communities. One project the AERF is currently supporting is The Good Sports Program, a national initiative of the Australian Drug Foundation, which is currently meeting with success in its efforts to reduce the alcohol
‘culture’ within sporting clubs by encouraging good management, with the aim of providing a safer environment for players, club members, families and supporters. Throughout the bowls season individual clubs Australia wide held special tournament days for The Challenge and apart from staging a hotly contested event, clubs also support the AERF’s message about standard measure alcohol drinks, quenching of thirst with soft drink or water before drinking alcohol and appointing designated drivers. All state and territory winners will receive a flight and accommodation package to contest the national finals to be staged at Club Helensvale on the Gold Coast on May 5-8. Clubs Queensland voted Helensvale, Best Bowls Club in 2003, 2004, 2005, 2007 and 2008. All clubs staging the event will be entered into a prize draw to win a Plasma Screen and Entertainment System valued at $3000.00
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How would you lift the profile of basketball in Australia? Three step lay-up Hobbies other than basketball? Footy If you won $20 million in Lotto, what would you do? Buy a new car - the Falcon’s getting old If you were going to a desert island, name three things you would take with you? Footy, weights, Flight of Concords album Favourite movie/TV show: Flight of the Concords
Name: Sam Goodfellow Nickname: Schredda Age: 18 Height: 6 foot 1 Shoe size: 12 Team: Auburn Eagle Hawks Grade: B Men Lives: Auburn Occuptaion: Student Favourite basketballer? Coby Bryant Toughest opponent? Swaggies When was the last time you fouled off? Last week
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Drought fund retains trainees Drought affected employers in SouthAustralia can this month apply for State government funding to help them retain their trainees and apprentices. The $1.1 million DroughtApprenticeship Retention Program is part of State support for drought-affected areas. Last year it helped 600 employers to retain about 1000 trainees and apprentices. This year, it forms part of the $6 million drought assistance package announced earlier this year. The Federal government recently announced it would provide $155 million to encourage employers to take on trainees and apprentices and keep them during the economic downturn. Eligible employers from high priority drought-affected areas such as the Eyre Penisula can claim $750 per sixmonths for each trainee or apprentice retained through the drought. Payments start this month. Application details can be found at www.employment.sa.gov.au/employ/ pages.default/darp or at the Drought Apprenticeship Retention Program on 1800 673 097.
Agriculture is in a better position than most other industries to weather the global economic crisis, a visiting international agricultural expert has told Australian farmers. Michael Whitehead, vice president of Food and Agribusiness Research with Rabobank in New York, says while agriculture will not be immune from the impacts of global recession in 2009, strong fundamentals mean the sector has a comparatively far brighter outlook than many other industries. “We shouldn’t delude ourselves agriculture will be immune. It’s going to be tough in terms of consumer demand being affected and how that impacts on agriculture, but our view is for those farmers who are good at their business and have good operations, the longterm fundamentals are very
Michael Whitehead good,” Mr Whitehead said. “Comparing agriculture to other sectors in the crisis, the fundamentals are still going to be there for agriculture. Food demand is going to be there and the population growth – which is a key driver of increased food consumption – is still going to be there.” Global demand for grain
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America, there is every chance what is currently an oversupply of wheat in the world, for example, may start to show concerning lower global end stocks and that could definitely put upward pressure on prices.” The Australian agricultural sector would also benefit from the likely continuing lower currency, with the US dollar expected to stay strong, while global prices for farm inputs, such as fertiliser, look set to remain at lower levels. Mr Whitehead said agriculture already was seeing the impacts of the global financial crisis as consumer behaviours changed, with a discernible move to lowercost products. “One of the trends we’re seeing, particularly in the US, is what we call the “steak to sausage” example, where people are trading
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from the biofuels industry also showed few signs of abating, particularly under the new US administration. There was also optimistic news for Australian farmers on the supply side, with global grain stocks likely to fall with reduced production in developing countries as a result of the credit crisis and the prospect of “external shocks” such as a Chinese drought and political and climatic problems in South America. “The credit crisis means we may well see many farmers in the less developed world won’t be using any fertiliser or will be applying less fertiliser so yields may well go down,” Mr Whitehead said. “And if some of the concerns come to fruition about the impacts of Chinese drought and instability in countries such as South
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down from luxury items,” he said. “We’re seeing share prices strong, for example, in chocolate companies that make basic chocolates, but people are walking away from luxury chocolates. “People are buying less textiles and that’s impacting the cotton sector and we’re seeing people eating out less, but buying more fruit and vegetables from supermarkets to cook at home.” Mr Whitehead was in Australia as part of Rabobank’s Visiting Experts program, which brings international agricultural specialists to Australia and New Zealand to share global expertise with Rabobank clients. Rabobank Australia is a part of the international Rabobank Group, the world’s leading specialist in food and agribusiness banking.
After 10 years development...
New vegie insecticide to ‘belt’ bugs A new development in agricultural insecticides to become available this month is claimed to revolutionise the horticultural industry . Bayer Crop Science says its product has an entirely new mode of action, capable of controlling current resistant populations for growers and marking a significant breakthrough for Australian vegetable production. It is said to be effective on chewing pests in brassicas, capsicums, tomatoes, lettuce and sweet corn. The product, Belt 480SC, has a withholding period of one to three days on most crops, allowing farmers a great deal of flexibility. Data gathered at recent Belt demonstration trials conducted across the country show the product has equivalent or superior efficacy to the current industry standards due its fast acting, anti-feeding and Before Belt knockdown effect. Belt will be vital in controlling chewing pests including diamondback moth, heliothis, cabbage white butterfly and potato leafminer. Belt is safe for key beneficial species and pollinators including bees, After Belt lady birds and earthworms, when used as directed. The low application rate of the product also means less packaging for disposal. Scott Ward, Bayer’s portfolio manager, horticulture, said after more than 10 years in the development and registration stages, it was exciting to finally see Belt going to market. “It’s great to be able to chat with growers who participated in the demonstration trials and hear the benefits Belt provided for their crops,” he said. “Growers have reported equivalent and in many cases superior results to the current standards, meaning Belt is a very effective option for inclusion in any resistance management approach applied in vegetable production. “Bayer is thrilled to be at the forefront of the insecticide market, by developing this revolutionary product which will benefit so many farmers across Australia.” An application for registration of Belt has been made. At the time of publication, Belt was not a registered product but this was expected within days.
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2 George Street, Balaklava
Avon - Lot 7123 & 713 Kallora - Avon Rd • At the property on Saturday April 4, commencing at 11.30am
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• 2 titles on approximately 5 acres.
• 49 Short Tce. Balaklava - Sold 2 2 H U M P H R E Y S T B A L A K L AVA $155,000 Ideally located & affordable stone cottage
Under instructions from Australian executor Trustees (SA) as executors for the Jessie Flora Cavanagh Estate
"The Match Box House" built circa 1906. Set on a corner allotment, this historic 2 storey home oozes charm with its two sided upstairs balcony, ornate staircase, fireplaces and lofty ceilings. This home affords the purchaser to obtain a piece of Balaklava's history. The Ground floor comprises a huge country style kitchen with both wood and electric stoves, formal lounge, separate dining room, bedroom with polished floor boards, bathroom, laundry and toilet. Upstairs, there are the two major bedrooms being of generous proportions. A French door leads onto the balcony which presents some stunning rural views. A rare opportunity to purchase this magnificent home and turn it into some thing really special. Auction: Friday April 17 at 11am Open Inspection: Saturday March 28, 10am - 11am & Sunday April 5, 2pm - 3pm Landmark Balaklava - 8862 1000 Geoff Knappstein - 0407 790 210
This stone cottage situated very close to Balaklava services on a good sized block is just waiting for some TLC to restore it to its former glory. Don’t be fooled by its size, there are 3 bedrooms with the option of a fourth or spare room/office which would make an ideal teenagers retreat. The functional dine-in kitchen is roomy and the large tiled bathroom has a bath and separate shower. Other features include a big out of the way laundry with access to the back yard, reverse cycle air-conditioner in the lounge as well as a second cooler in one bedroom. The home also has a large carport on the side which leads to a garage/shed. The price makes this an affordable option for investors or 1st home buyers so contact us now to arrange an inspection.
• It needs a lot of work but look at the big picture. • Don’t say later I wish I had bought that place. Here is your opportunity to obtain what could be made into a beautiful old home with some renovations of your choice. The interior particularly requires restoration and is set up basically as a kitchen, lounge, family room, 4 bedrooms & bathroom. The wet areas are not useable in their current condition but do it yourself and save a bundle. It’s less than an hour from Adelaide and you can enjoy that laid back country life style surrounded by your own land with uninterrupted rural views.
22 George Street • Balaklava 5461 phone 8862 2172 • fax 8862 1280 www.realestate.com.au/agents/buttterfield
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Balaklava
16 Walsh Street, Balaklava
BALAKLAVA
$69,000
Vacant Land
• Within an easy walk to the main street. • Building block 679m2 all services available. • Evergreen hedge gives privacy. • Quality homes surround this block. • Take advantage of Government Grants
GILES CORNER 96.56 HA (238.5 ac) – 5km south west of Riverton Quality Farming Land! Located on the Main North Road, approx 6km south of Rhynie, 1 paddock, indirect mains water, deep dark brown self-mulching soils, reliable high yielding land in one of the most sought after farming areas in South Australia. Ideal for farm build-up or rural investment in a prime agricultural area. AUCTION Wednesday 8th April, 2pm (unless sold prior), Riverton Institute Supper Room Terms: 10% deposit, balance at settlement 6/5/09 Steve Redden 0408 836 914 Leo Redden 0408 806 021 LANDMARK REDDEN RIVERTON (08) 8847 2209
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What a golden opportunity to purchase this cottage which is set amongst a magnificent garden. Close to the main shopping precinct of Balaklava, this home comprises three double bedrooms, a lovely homely lounge, excellent kitchen and eating area which has been recently renovated, separate bathroom and laundry. Externally, there is a huge garage and workshop area, separate craft room and garden shed. This home has a been extremely well maintained and it is really just a matter of moving in.
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$190,000
Neat, Low Maintenance Property
• 4 bedroom AV Jennings home. • Main bedroom has ensuite & WIR. • Open plan kitchen /dine, lounge with colonial window • Ducted R/C, A/C & S/S in lounge • Paved drv, garage with auto door, c/port • Low maintenance established gardens.
BALAKLAVA
$275,000
• Features 3 dble bdrms with B/I robes • Open Plan Living, ducted R/C Air Con • Quality fixtures and fittings • Double Garage, workshop under main roof • Rainwater connected
BALAKLAVA
$435,000
Great Property In a Great Location
• Substantial Marchant Sandstone Home • Features inc 14ft pressed tin ceilings • Polished Baltic pine flooring & L/light windows • Four spac bdrms, study & two bathrooms • Stone garage, 20’ x 60’ shedding
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BALAKLAVA
Well Loved Home Will Impress
Price $185,000 Landmark Balaklava - 8862 1000 Geoff Knappstein - 0407 790 210
10% deposit on the fall of the hammer.
4 Robinson St. Balaklava $169,500
This 2 bedroom cottage has a new kitchen & ren. bathroom with the bonus of built-ins in the bedrooms, secure carport with roller door & fantastic separate rumpus room with S/S air con. & TV connection. Its situated only minutes from the schools & would make an ideal Ist home or investment.
22 George Street • Balaklava 5461 phone 8862 2172 • fax 8862 1280 www.realestate.com.au/agents/buttterfield
• Under instructions from the mortgagee.
RLA 150881
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Pat mobile with home and goods Pat Hill, a CFS volunteer at Mintaro, is on a journey of hundreds of kilometres to provide a home for a Victorian firefighter and their family, left homeless by the recent bushfire tragedy. Pat also is a Metropolitan Fire Service (MFS) firefighter based at Port Pirie. The father of seven decided to donate his family’s massive nine berth mobile home to a Victorian firefighter’s family, and is driving it to Kinglake with his son Brett. An Ash Wednesday veteran, Pat says he was very moved by the scenes of grief and destruction during the recent bushfires. He started his journey in Port Pirie on Tuesday at 8am, travelling through the Mid-North, picking up donated goods. He was flooded with donations of tools for rebuilding, books, regional wine and homely gifts when people heard of his trip. He is expected at Kinglake on Thursday after travelling through Adelaide and Mount Gambier.
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A fundraising concert in Two Wells Saturday night raised a staggering $15,000. Organised by the Two Wells RSL, the concert featuring Acoustic Juice was a sell-out show, with locals making donations on the night towards a prestige fence at the local cemetery. RSL president and District Council of Mallala mayor Tony Flaherty said the funds would allow a new fence to be installed along the front of the cemetery. He was extremely pleased with the success of the concert, and said some community members were extremely generous with their donations. Mayor Flaherty particularly thanked Mary Trimboli, who sought donations from community members for weeks before the concert. He said further donations had been pledged and the tally would grow. Through the RSL’s everpopular fundraising concerts, more than $600,000 has been raised in recent years towards childhood cancer and community projects. The concert was sponsored by Stepping Stone child care centre and LimeEx imported timber of Port Adelaide. Another concert was planned for August.
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LOCHIEL
$179,000
A Matter Of Lifestyle
• Set on a 2,000m2 cnr lot • 4 brms, O/plan livi areas, meals/dine & study • Floating timber floors • Ducted evap A/C, R/C S/S, comb heater • Semi-enc pergola, dble garage & carport
190 Main North Road, Clare
8842 1154
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Coming Events Hummocks Watchman Eagles Football Club
Junior Training Commences Wednesday April 1 5.30pm at Port Wakefield Oval Interested players contact: Anthony Williams 0407 795 920 or Jo Scott 0428 409 769
Balaklava Tennis Club
TENNIS
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Hoyleton - $220. 4 b/r stone home, a/c & heating. ½ way between Balaklava and Blyth. On the bus route to Balaklava. Ph 8862 4128
Balaklava & Dalkey Ag Show Society
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20 Beef calves, heifer/steers, 2-7 months old $195 - $350. Gumeracha 8389 1169.
Wednesday April 1
30 ft travel home (caravan), lounge area, kitchen, bedroom with ensuite. Ideal self contained unit. $4,900 o.n.o. Ph 0428 827 273 or 0410 371 536.
7.30pm at Balaklava Sports Club
• Your attendance would be appreciated
Church Together a celebration of worship!
Sunday April 5, 2009
Intending players for…
10am at Balaklava Town Hall
• Winter night tennis • Ladies morning tennis
• Speaker: Rev Shane Kammermann • Theme/focus: Hosanna in the Highest Heaven!
Please contact Louise Michael on 8528 6275 by April 3
QUILTING WORKSHOP for
Adopt A Town Project Tuesday, March 31
10am - 3pm at Balaklava Ambulance Centre, War Memorial Drive
Don’t miss this great time of getting together! Preliminary Notice
Balaklava Community Arts together with The Friends of Co-Opera are presenting
The Pirates of Penzance Friday May 1 at Balaklava Town Hall
Details: Lenice Cox 0411 753 256
• Come when you can, go when you must • Bring: 20 cm squares, cutting equip, pins, machines & anything else we might need etc. • Tea, coffee provided • Bring own lunch Phone Joy Woodroofe 8528 6365
2009 National Historic Machinery Rally April 3, 4 & 5 3RD ANNUAL
VETERANS RACE DAY WED APRIL 8
Sturt Reserve, Murray Bridge, South Australia Come along and enjoy a trip down memory lane with over 1000 displays of vintage engines, tractors, cars, trucks, and machinery of yesteryear. See the huge steam traction engines or take a ride on one of the paddle steamers on the beautiful River Murray. The 12th NHMA National Rally Committee Phone: 8382 9413 Website: nationalrally2009.com.au Email: awheaton@adam.com.au
WIN! WIN! WIN! Trip for two to Gallipoli valued at $9000 or $7000 cash. Tickets $20 includes: Race Entry, BBQ Lunch, Discount drinks and RAFFLE ENTRY!! LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE CONTACT BALAKLAVA RACING CLUB - 8862 1503
BY OPENING THE DOOR TO US, YOU’RE HELPING US OPEN THE DOOR TO OTHERS.
To donate by credit card, call 13 SALVOS (13 72 58) or visit salvationarmy.org.au
RED SHIELD APPEAL
1982 Volvo 244GL sedan, good condition, clean reliable vehicle, good tyres and rego VMW-092. $700 ono. Phone 8864-5035. 1984 Toyota Corolla sedan manual. Good body and paint, recon motor, mags, 23,400kms, reg. UMX 360. $1,250. 1993 wide body Toyota Camry executive. Good body & motor, 2.2ltr engine, auto, A/C, electric overdrive, CD/radio, power mirrors, 247,000kms reg VKR 802, $6,000, phone: 8868 3102. 2002 Toytota Workmate, 4x2 traytop, white duco, full length racks, tonneau cover, 172,000kms, WSX198. Ph Tony 0417 047 957. Port Wakefield $10,500 ono. Ford Courier, 1998, 4 x 4, dual cab, diesel, white, reg no. WDI 099, 196,500 kms, good condition, $6,300 ono Balaklava. Phone: 0418 846 047. Hay - new season, small square oaten hay, $6 per bale. Balaklava Museum. Phone: 8862 1741. 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. Honda XR 250, 2003, good condition, runs well, service history available, registration YYM 835, $4,500 neg. Phone 0430 200 490 or 8527 2054. Johnson 6HP outboard motor, $550 ono; battery charger 12/24 volt 50 amp $95; 2 wood combustion heaters fan forced $325 each. Phone 0417 592 708. Balaklava. Lahsa Apso pups for sale. One female, two male. Wormed, vaccinated and vet checked. Nine weeks old. $400. Phone: 0414 411 942 or 8520 2928 after 5pm on weekdays. 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. Oaten Hay - Small Squares from $6 per bale. Delivery negotiable. Phone Nick on 0428 831 896.
For Sale
Pony with saddle and stock, friendly, well behaved, $400. Phone: 8862 1179 or 0409 337 985. 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. Two TV stands, 1 white chest of 5 draws, 1 trundle bed. Phone 8862 1184 - Balaklava.
Giveaway
maltese cross Shihtsu, 14 months old, male, suit family with older children. Phone: 0448 131 403.
Public Notice
CASH for cans and bottles, Owen Recycling - 18 Railway Tce, Owen. Wed 10-5; Sat 10-1 or by appointment. Phone 8528 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.
Wanted
Wanted - female housemate to live with country girl, Nailsworth $125 per week. Phone 0447 083 495.
Death
Willoughby - Nancy. A special loved friend, taken too early, who will be sadly missed for her laughter and gentle caring nature. Our sympathy to Mike and all her family. Love Lenore and Leith.
Engagement
Jenkin-Jones. Chris and Margaret of Long Plains and Brenton and Janice of Yacka are delighted to announce the engagement of Alison and Brad on March 21. Love and best wishes from both families.
In Memoriam
Maxwell - Dorothy Jean. 29/10/1931 to 26/03/2006. Three years have passed and we miss you very much, not being here with us, to share special moments. We miss your smile, your ever ready encouragement. We will never forget the best wife, Mum and Nana. Love Bob, Lynette, Graeme, Janice and extended families.
Return Thanks
Linke - Murray Ronald. Betty, Kym, Barry, Elizabeth and families wish to thank all friends and relatives for phone calls, cards, heart donations and personal expressions of sympathy in the sad loss of Murray. Special thanks to Dr. Nyoni and hospital staff. Please accept this as our sincere and personal thanks.
Wanted to buy
Farmhouse, shearing shed, workshop, old pine or hardwood cupboards, tables, doors, benches, ladders and floorboards. Will consider “rough or ready”. Go and have a look and ring Mike on 0419 441 727.
Wanted to rent
Balaklava/ Mallala 2-3 bedroom home. Willing to pay $250 to $300 per week. Owns pets. Ph.0419 864 464.
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.
Gold Wedding
Cullen-Standley. Doug and Jen. Congratulations Mum and Dad on your Golden Wedding Anniversary solemnised at the Enfield Methodist Church by the Late Rev. M.Trenorden, on March 26, 1959.
Thompson (nee Hector). Raelene Melva of Balaklava. We wish to thank everyone for the love and support given to us on the sad loss of our much loved wife, beloved mother and adored nanna. Special thanks to assoc. professor Dr Margaret Davey, Dr Tom Lemon, Dr John Miller and Dr Ken Pittman, staff at Balaklava, Burnside, Queen Elizabeth and Western Hospitals for giving us five precious years. To J o a n a n d B r e n t o n Standish, Val Leo, Esma Henrys and Pam McCann, thank you. You are very special. Thank you to those who donated to ovarian cancer research. Please accept this as our sincere and heartfelt thanks. Barrie, Tracy, Melissa and Trent and grandchildren.
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FORM 1 DEVELOPMENT ACT, 1993 CLARE & GILBERT VALLEYS COUNCIL NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CATEGORY 3 DEVELOPMENT Pursuant to Section 38(5) of the Development Act, 1993 Notice is hereby given that an application comprising a CATEGORY 3 DEVELOPMENT has been lodged with the Council for a development assessment. Details of the application are as follows:DEVELOPMENT NO: 433/046/09 APPLICANT ADDRESS: BGI Building Group, 21 – 23 Tanunda Rd, NURIOOTPA SA, 5355 NATURE OF THE DEVELOPMENT: 2x Poultry Sheds (freerange chickens) SUBJECT LAND: Lot 1 (D54963), Ruradene Rd, TARLEE / HD LIGHT The application may be examined at the Office of the Council located at 4 Gleeson Street, Clare during normal business hours or 21 Torrens Road, Riverton on Thursday and Fridays (an appointment is recommended), and any person or body may make relevant representations in writing concerning this application to reach the Chief Executive Officer at 4 Gleeson Street, Clare not later than Wednesday April 6, 2009. Each person making a submission should indicate whether that person wishes to appear personally or be represented by another party before Councils Development Assessment Panel in support of that submission. Please note that, pursuant to Section 38(8) of the Development Act, a copy of each representation received will be forwarded to the applicant for a written response. Signed: R.VEITCH Authorised Officer Date: March 25, 2009 THIS IS THE FIRST AND ONLY PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE
•All straw based manures K.B. & K.M. Gameau
MOBile: 0418 854 159 Situations Vacant
Join our Carer Support Team Country North Community Services, located in the picturesque Clare Valley, is a non-profit, community-based organisation which runs a number of carer support programs and other services for carers of those with disabilities have a chronic illness, or who care for an elderly person with dementia or who is frail. We now have two opportunities in our Carers Link program.
Trades & Services
BALAKLAVA PHYSIOTHERAPY
Balaklava & Dalkey Ag Show Society are looking for a…
Chiropractor
Darren Davey & Rodney Burgess
Secretary/Treasurer To assume all administration and financial responsibilities. This is a paid position which will commence in March 2011, so there will be plenty of time to learn the ropes For a detailed job description contact Nollene Grigg on 8862 1440 or apply to PO Box 148, Balaklava
Poultry Farm Worker
This full time position is classified at SACS award level 5 - $45,764 to $48,510 pa. Other benefits include a generous salary packaging scheme and a fully maintained vehicle for business and private use. You will need to have formal qualifications appropriate to the level of the position in a caring discipline and demonstrated substantial professional experience in Human Service delivery. With proven managerial or supervisory experience in the field, you will need an understanding of the particular needs of the frail aged or those with disabilities, as well as their carers. Competency in the use of the Microsoft Office suite is also required.
Carer Support Coordinator (Initial 15 months contract. Renewal subject to continuing funding)
Consulting Fridays 9am to 1pm at Balaklava Ambulance Station
ALSO VISITING
Pt Wakefield, Mallala & Two Wells
Physio Appointments & enq.
8862 2200 or 0448 862 222 Introducing
For appointments phone
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8853 2088
Massage Therapist
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0428 359 394
Septic Suckers 7 Days Service!
Minimum 30 hours per week. Weekend work included
Phone Roger: 0428 419 133
• Gas fitting • All general plumbing
CATFORD PLUMBING Call Keanan Phone: 0438 641 032
Andy’s Sheds & Roofing
Ph: 0429 687 009
Manager Carers Link Reporting direct to the CEO the Manager Carers Link is responsible for planning, implementing, managing and reviewing support, advocacy and counselling services in the Lower North in alignment with the Carer Support model and the principles of Narrative Therapy.
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Curnow - John & Yvonne wish to sincerely thank family and friends for cards, phone calls, and good wishes to them on the occasion of their Golden Wedding on March 6, 2009 .
Contract Spreading •Bio Solids • Chicken Manure
Situations Vacant
• Domestic • Rural
Plains Producer Football writers for 2009 season The Plains Producer newspaper is looking for enthusiastic football writers for the duration of the Adelaide Plains Football League 2009 football season. Polished writing skills are not essential, but a willingness to take instruction is desirable. Reports must be provided electronically. A remuneration will be paid. Previous football writers, club members, football fans, and senior students are encouraged to apply. For further details phone Andrew Manuel or editor Terry Williams on 8862 1977, or email editor@plainsproducer.com.au
• Commercial • Industrial
Gable Verandahs Mobile: 0419 038 948
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
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Peter Thompson Plumbing Contractor Home 8862 1285 - Mobile 041 889 6808
Reporting to the Manager Carers Link, the Coordinator arranges and runs programs for carers, provides counselling, delivers educational sessions for school groups, fosters partnerships with local agencies and oversees specific mental health programs This full time position is classified at SACS Award level 4. - $41,160 to $44,222 pa. In addition a generous salary packaging scheme is available. You will need formal qualifications at an appropriate level in a caring discipline, and considerable professional experience in Human Service Delivery. In particular you will need to some exposure to working with carers of people with mental illness and other chronic conditions.
MID NORTH
Please note: Both positions require current Police clearances, current valid driving licences, training in Mandated Notification and current Senior First Aid certificates.
PEST & WEED CONTROL
For further information and a copy of a position description, please phone Steve Lowe, Chief Executive Officer, on (08) 8842 1118.
✓ Flies, Fleas, misc. pests ✓ Rats & Mice ✓ White Ants ✓ Cockroaches ✓ Spiders ✓ Weed spraying
Applications in writing, addressing the selection criteria in the relevant position description, and with a current CV setting out qualifications, skills and experience, close on Friday April 3. They should be addressed to: Mr Steve Lowe Chief Executive Officer Country North Community Services Inc PO Box 692 Clare SA 5453
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Thank you
Betty and Elizabeth wish to sincerely thank the Balaklava St John Ambulance crew, Ken, Pat and Dianne for their efficient assistance on such a very hot day. Many thanks.
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USED CARS 2006 Ford BF xr6 Falcon sedan
4.0 Ltr, 6 speed auto, power steering, air conditioning, cruise control, radio, CD player, alloys, white, reg no XHL 195
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2003 Ford LR Focus LX Sedan
2.0 Ltr, auto, power steering, air conditioning, radio, CD player, cruise control, alloys, one local owner, silver, reg no. WZP 495
$13,000
2003 Ford BA Falcon XT sedan
4.0 Ltr, auto, power steering, air conditioning, cruise control, radio, CD player, white, one local owner, reg no. WWF 793
$10,990
2002 Ford BA Fairmont sedan
n Adelaide Plains Basketball Association A Grade men’s 2009 Premiers. From left, rear, Simon Nankivell, Travis Olsen, Michael Olsen, front: Jonathon Brice, James Barr, Jared Cmrlec and Sam Jericho.
B grade women – Hamley Bridge
4.0 Ltr, auto, power steering, air conditioning, cruise control, radio, CD player, alloy wheels, green, reg no. WUU 973
$12,990
2002 Ford BA Futura Sedan
4.0 Ltr, auto, power steering, air conditioning, cruise control, radio, CD player, alloy wheels, red, reg no. WUG 891
$11,990
USED Utilities 2003 Ford Ba XR8 Falcon Ute
4.0 Ltr, auto, power steering, air conditioning, cruise control, radio, CD player, alloy wheels, white, roll bar, one local owner, reg no. WYB 327
$19,990
2000 Ford PE Courier XL Ute 2.5 Ltr, turbo diesel, crew cab, 4WD, 5 speed manual, white, flexiglass canopy, air conditioning, power steering, CD player, radio, reg no. WMM 583
$14,990
1998 Ford XH Falcon Ute
4.0 Ltr, 5 speed manual, power steering, air conditioning, alloy wheels, roll bar, nudge bar, CD player, reg no. XEB 766.
$6,990
n Adelaide Plains Basketball Association B Grade women’s 2009 Premiers. From left, rear, Kate Smith, Mandy Clark, Louise Read, Alison Green, front: Georgia Callery, Hannah Clark and Alison Schahinger.
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