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JOHN Simes considers damage caused to his front fence and home when it was struck by a vehicle.– PICTURE: Lisa Redpath.

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Vehicle crashes into Parham home By Karen Petney

Sunday morning began abruptly for the Simes family of Port Parham who were awoken just after 2am by a four wheel drive crashing through their front fence. Impact of the crash left a gaping hole in the double brick wall, sent debris metres and extensively damaged Judy Simes’ car parked behind the wall. Debris littered the front yard and sections of the brick wall were embedded in the wall of their home and shed. “It looks like a war zone. Like the army has dropped a bomb,” Mr Simes said. “The impact of the debris hitting the shed has twisted its frame,” John Simes said. n Continued Page 2

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This photograph, supplied by Judy Simes, shows the abandoned vehicle in the front yard of her home after it crashed through the brick fence, causing more damage.

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OW utterly deflating it must have been for the people of Hamley Bridge to have seen their main street beautification destroyed by cretins. If one or more of the latter happens to be reading this (if they can) – that means you – idiot! Wakefield Regional Council (WRC) workers had toiled all day on a recent Thursday to plant a variety of grasses and spread bark chips in the island of the main street. These people could be said to be “just doing their job”. But it would be very likely they would take pride in their work and what they achieve in the towns dotted around council’s district. They must feel heartbroken when their work is destroyed in such a destructive manner. The act of vandalism rubs salt into the wound because the Hamley Bridge street project did not come without its problems. After an elongated process WRC bit the bullet and opted to split Light Street

there of late. The new Community Wastewater Management Scheme is going to brighten the town’s ovals and bowling club greens and the community continues to make things happen, with their weekly breakfasts becoming a real drawcard. At this time of year, all our towns Terry seem to sparkle. We are about to name the Williams region’s Citizen of the Year, which again makes one realise just why we choose to live where we do. Editor@plainsproducer.com.au And without becoming political, the recent tour of Federal officials with traffic islands – causing some inspecting progress of funded angst amongst local residents and projects really highlighted what lifestyle benefits we are able to traders in the process. The project took shape and the enjoy. It helps gloss over the crap final touches of greenery would we must endure from the dills have gone a long way to appeasing discussed earlier. Yes, there’s plenty more to some of the naysayers. All I can say to the local resi- be had in the villages. I still want dents of Hamley Bridge is don’t some form of stormwater retention let a bunch of no-hopers defeat scheme and/or wetlands for all you. Hamley is a wonderful little Wakefield Regional Council towns. town, with good things happening There’s a sniff of that in places like

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Snowtown and Blyth, but wouldn’t such a scheme be wonderful in a larger town like Balaklava, where there is so much water going to waste in our streets. Another item for the “wish list” is a declared “off-leash” area for the many much-loved pooches of the plains. In another time, I lived opposite a “dog park” which was fine for a time – until social problems started to arise. People arriving at sunup with barking dogs, car doors banging, engines revving, voices raised as Fido was berated for doing the wrong thing. Then Fido barking while two owners clashed in yet another “dog rage” incident. Finally, by about 11ish on a summer’s evening, the last of them would depart, leaving a few hours of blessed silence before it all started again. Realise, dear reader, this observation – or whinge – comes from the owner of two delightful hounds. But is becoming increas-

ingly obvious as we walk the Lions Trail of Balaklava and other areas that a declared “off leash” area would be welcomed by many people. District Council of Mallala has created same in Two Wells. The area does not need to be in a prominent spot – in fact, given the issues outlined above, it could be placed in a part of the town where few people gather. Given the open spaces available and because the pooch population is nothing like suburban Adelaide, it probably would not need to be fenced ... but it at least would provide some security of mind for people who care for their animals and who would be expected to “do the right thing.” It would also appeal to those who must walk the trails and pavements of Balaklava dodging droppings – something which clearly remains a particular time-honoured tradition of country living from which we could advance.

Council plans next four years Wakefield Regional Council has released its draft Strategic Management Plan for the next four years, outlining its priorities and key aims. In addition, the plan evaluates areas where council has progressed, and areas where less progress has been made. Amongst the areas where council was not as happy with its success was youth involvement; dissemination of information to the community; management, training, succession planning etc of volunteers; attracting light industry; balancing industry promotion/profile; and improving the water supply and state infrastructure. However, council was pleased with its progress in industry; management committees; the wind farm; leadership in green energy; the appearance of the district; waste management and kerbside collection and recycling; water reuse; a future-focused development plan; good governance; effective use of government funding; and its Yorke Peninsula alliance and other constructive relationships. Challenges ahead included dealing with the aging population; services such as transport; housing and rezoning; environmental issues; legislative reform; youth/infrastructure/support; an adaptive organisation; the lessening financial

crises and impact of increasing costs; consolidation of asset usage; and the industry trend of professional staff. Other challenges were the rationalisation of infrastructure assets; water shortages; and broadband and support infrastructure. Opportunities were identified in a green environment; tourism; access to the national rail system and road network; economic development; value adding; renewable technologies; and poultry farming. The draft strategic plan 2010-2014 identifies several key directions of council, and is now open to community consultation. “Forward planning by a council is critical to establishing and maintaining a strong foundation to build a broad variety of objectives and strategies which reflect the vision and strategic direction of the council,” said Mayor James Maitland in a message in the plan. “Our council area faces many challenges along with numerous opportunities, and through partnering with our diverse communities, council is mapping a visionary leadership role to achieve the milestones and targets.” The draft plan can be viewed at www. wakefieldrc.sa.gov.au

The extensively damaged utility was allegedly abandoned in the front yard. BELOW: Bricks surround the damaged car of the house owners.

‘Like a war zone’ as car crashes into home • From Page 1 “Cupboards placed adjacent to the shed the night before are unrecognisable and the cage off my trailer has been demolished,” he said. The driver of the four wheel drive allegedly left the scene. Police investigations are continuing. Insurance assessors visited the property early Monday morning and as a result builders were called in to knock down what was left of the unstable brick wall. The home is located on the fork of a Y junction and this is not the first time an accident has occurred at this corner – it is the third. “It’s beyond a joke” John said, calling on the District Council of Mallala to install a crash barrier. “Council need to do something

more than erect the arrows they did this morning,” he said , referring to the end of road indicators council officers erected on Monday morning. When the Simes family raised their concerns with council previously, they were told barriers were not needed as it was “very rare” it would happen again. Councillor for Dublin Ward, Steve Jones called on Mallala council to either realign the corner, or install crash barriers. “It really is a council road management issue,” he said. Although the suggested speed for the corner is 40 km/h, John said nine out of 10 cars did not slow down around the corner. Feeling very exposed and concerned for the safety of his family, Mr Simes said he hoped another

speeding vehicle didn’t attempt to negotiate the corner before the wall was rebuilt. “They’re likely to become airborne and land on the roof,” he said. District Council of Mallala manager of infrastructure and engineering services, John Tillack, said council’s records showed three previous accidents, all prior to the road being bitumised. The intersection is in a 40km/h speed zone, with an 80km/h buffer zone leading to it. “Council has asked for a report on possible strategies to come to the January meeting,” Mr Tillack said. “A sealed surface and 40km/h is quite reasonable, and we will be looking at the situation and reporting back to council.”

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Two Wells rail plan support Wakefield Group has added its voice to support for a northern railway bypass from Murray Bridge to Two Wells. Wakefield Group, which represents all councils within the Wakefield electorate (including District Council of Mallala and Wakefield Regional Council) made a submission concerning the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Adelaide Freight Movements Study. “There are significant potential benefits that should be investigated by the study that may add weight to the offsetting of the cost implications,” the submission said.

By Lauren Parker Wakefield Group highlighted a northern bypass option as one of its key projects in its own Strategic Priorities Submission 2010, which was previously submitted to Federal government and indicated opportunities for growth and improvement within the electorate. Wakefield Group said a route that concentrated its exit point from the Adelaide urban area through the north was considered to have distinct accessibility and economic advantages given the concentration of present and future manufacturing, storage and transhipment operations in the north

and west of the metropolitan area. In response to comments in the study about the possible detour providing a more indirect route to Adelaide, Wakefield Group said this would be mitigated by the importance of the transport storage and logistics operations already located in the northern areas of Adelaide, and the proximity of any new intermodal close to existing facilities and the major road distribution system currently being constructed. In addition, one of the Wakefield Group’s priorities is the establishment of a regional airport within its region, and in its submission, the group said a 24/7 component of this allied with the intermodal facility could make

an interesting component for further analysis. “The northern bypass option should also indicate other potential terminals that could benefit from this alignment, particularly associated with bulk foods such as grain,” the submission said. “Some of these terminals may more efficiently locate from other locations to take advantage of a more direct route and connections.” Wakefield Group said the projected population, housing and employment growth should also be taken into consideration. The recently released Draft State Government Plan for Greater Adelaide projects much of this growth

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will be in the northern and Barossa regions of Greater Adelaide. “Employment growth in the northern and Barossa regions totals 117,5000 or 42 per cent of the total jobs creation,” the report said. “The north will experience strong growth in a range of manufacturing and primary production sectors all of which will benefit by much greater access to export markets through more efficient rail and road transport infrastructure. “A number of key industries and activities are in close proximity to the northern rail corridor, in particular defence, automotive and significant food based industries.” Wakefield Group said it was necessary a more detailed benefit cost analysis be undertaken of the northern bypass option to justify the expenditure of $1.4 billion. Wakefield Group said the northern bypass option also complemented State government’s program to upgrade vital road intersections and routes, particularly in association with the north to south corridor. The group said it would also potentially reduce heavy freight truck movements through metropolitan Adelaide to the South Eastern Freeway. “Importantly, road freight movements may be impacted by current considerations of a carbon credit system with rail proving to be a more climate friendly operation, and consideration of this is a worthwhile area of research in the final document.” District Council of Mallala also made a submission regarding the rail freight study, which was reported in a recent edition of the Plains Producer. Wakefield Regional Council made a submission supporting both Wakefield Group’s and District Council of Mallala’s comments.

Get that picture FAST! HAMLEY Bridge residents (from left) Lisa Martin, Inez Healey, Ben Mann, Louise Wren and Jon Povey show the area on Light street which has been vandalised.

Plants gone in 24 hours Hamley Bridge residents are angered after plants were stolen from the long-awaited upgrade of Light street – the town’s main street. The upgrade was completed at the end of November, with a variety of grasses planted on traffic islands. “The end result looked fantastic,” said Hamley Bridge Community and Sports Centre secretary, Lisa Martin.

“Not even 24 hours later, 90 per cent of them were gone!” The plants had been carefully dug up and stolen, angering the community who had fought for the street to be upgraded. “They wreck it for the rest of us who do appreciate any work done in town,” Lisa said. While council has agreed to replace the plants, the thefts continue

to happen, council will review what it puts into the traffic islands. Wakefield Regional Council’s infrastructure services manager, Dave Hassett, said council staff spent two days planting. The plants were then stolen overnight on Thursday, November 26. A plan will now be provided to Hamley Bridge Community Association, along with new plants.

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Burnout costs P-plater his car Bad choice – near a police officer’s home! BALAKLAVA

A Balaklava Pplater who allegedly did a burnout near a policeman’s home lost his licence instantly on Monday last week – and his car has been impounded. Off-duty police from Balaklava and Hamley Bridge caught the 19year-old Balaklava man doing a burnout at the corner of Gwy Terrace and George street. It is believed it was his third offence for the evening. He was reported for driving under the influence, prescribed concentration of alcohol, and misuse of a motor vehicle after recording a breath alcohol content of 0.149 per cent. The man had his car impounded for seven days and lost his licence instantly for six months.

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• A 48-year-old Adelaide man died in a single vehicle collision

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• Tools were stolen during a break-in on a shed on Thomas street, Saddleworth, in the last two weeks. • Just after sunrise on Monday, items were stolen from a car on Crawford Avenue, Saddleworth. Anyone with information about either offence is asked to contact police. • A Riverton man was arrested on Sunday afternoon for allegedly cultivating cannabis and possessing prescribed equipment. The 35-year-old was released and bailed to appear in the Clare Magistrates Court at a later date. He was also reported for driving while disqualified. • A 30-year-old Riverton man was reported last week for aid and abetting another person to breach conditions of their court bail agreement. He will be summonsed to appear in Clare Magistrates Court. • A 30-year-old learner driver was fined by police in Riverton on the weekend for driving in breach

Balaklava police officer Charmaine Barlow is pictured with the impounded Commodore, which has been wheel-locked at Balaklava Police station. of her learner conditions and for driving an unregistered and uninsured vehicle. • A 30-year-old Riverton man was reported on Wednesday afternoon for allegedly breaching bail. He will be summonsed to appear in Clare Magistrates Youth Court. • Riverton police are investigating a serious criminal trespass at a Saddleworth address involving the theft of hand tools and power tools.

Clare

• Two men, aged 23 and 44, were reported for an alleged theft in Clare on Wednesday afternoon.

The men will be summonsed to appear in Clare Magistrates Court. Two Wells • Police are investigating a break-in at a Webb Beach property. Offenders allegedly pushed open a front door of a Jarmyn Street home last Wednesday, entering the premises to steal a television and a radio. A local resident saw a white coloured utility with an unknown registration at the premises for a short period of time

that evening. The same day, a motor vehicle was allegedly stolen from a property on Bubner road, Dublin. It appears the offenders cut open gate locks, entered the property, then loaded the vehicle onto a trailer and left. • Four expiation notices were issued to people consuming liquor in a dry zone at the Two Wells Christmas parade on Friday night. The dry zone, which was introduced this year after problems in previ-

ous years, proved to be a success. Two Wells police were assisted by Mallala police and a Gawler officer.

Brinkworth

• A Minlaton man was lucky to escape serious injury after a caravan spontaneously combusted in Lochiel. The man was cooking at about 8pm on Tuesday last week when an explosion blew him from the van. The caravan was completely destroyed.

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A fire near Hamley Bridge last Thursday is believed to have been started by friction from a misaligned belt on a header. The blaze burnt about 120 acres – a mixture of crop and stubble, as well as hay bales. Brigades from Roseworthy, Alma, Balaklava, Avon, Owen, Mallala, Hamley Bridge and Freeling were called to the fire. The initial blaze was extinguished within an hour, but CFS volunteers remained at the scene for several hours to extinguish and monitor the burning hay bales.

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MALLALA • Three talented local groups, The Cockies Choir, Institute Committee and Mallala and Districts Community Choir will feature at Sunday’s (December 13) community carol evening at Mallala oval. Leading the community singing will be “Eden” from the Barossa Valley. Enjoy the evening from the grandstand or take your own chair. Tea, coffee, cordial and home made biscuits will be available. Don’t forget to take your own mug. Peter Angus will compere the evening, hosted by the local Mallala churches. Gold coin donation would be appreciated.

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• Mallala’s Christmas Parade will be held at Mallala Oval on Thursday, December 17. The family night of amusements includes food stalls, with the traditional parade leaving from the hospital at 6pm. Take your deck chair or a rug and stay till stumps at 9pm. There will be prizes for the best Christmas float, a fancy dress competition, best decorated bike and raffle will be drawn. More details from Craig Argent 8527 2125 or Libby Tiller 8527 2035. BALAKLAVA

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• Balaklava combined churches will hold Carols by Candlelight on Sunday night (December 13) at Balaklava Triangle. The “bring your own” picnic will kick off at 6.30pm with Carols from 8pm. Join the local community choir and celebrate Christmas with your friends and family. All are welcome to attend.

Very special guest Emma Horwood will accompany Bal Canto on harp and soloist Tahlia Ries will also perform. Pastor Jim Bryan will lead the service. While there is no set admission fee a donation of $5 per adult would be appreciated to cover costs. For further information contact Pastor Jim (8862 1031) or Dianne Spence (8862 2113). BRINKWORTH • Brinkworth Red Cross baby entrant this year is Tait Hanley, son of Naomi and Chris Hanley. • A special Christmas lunch for

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• A Christmas service and carols featuring Balaklava community choir, Bal Canto, will be held at St Paul’s Lutheran Church on Sunday, December 20 from 7pm.

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• As the lucky winner of the Lions Club grocery grab, Kapunda’s Brian Greig will have three minutes to grab as many groceries as he can at Kapunda IGA. The competition, run by Lions Club of Kapunda and Kapunda IGA,raised money to assist children with leukaemia. Kapunda Lions Club president, Maureen Altus is pictured with Kapunda IGA owner Bill O’Brien drawing the winning ticket.

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Is there an end in sight? HUDSON road shown in the file photo after heavy rain. It is difficult to negotiate when wet.

Council seeks ‘partnership’ over Hudson road problem

Balaklava High’s Youth Opportunities graduates – back (from left) Dimitri Kamouzis, Cass Powell, Robert Blackwell, Brandon Godfrey. Middle: Bianca Collins, Taylor Caines, Jakyb Sharman, Carissa Daniel. Front: Caitlin Strudwicke, Renae Baker and Samantha Stevenson.

Opportunities await youth graduates

YEAR 10 students from Balaklava High celebrated their graduation from the Youth Opportunities program on Monday night after completing the personal leadership program. The

program is designed to help students make positive life changes and choices and take leadership in their own lives. It is run across rural and metropolitan South Australia, and

relies on the help of sponsors from the community for support. The programs are provided for selected year 10 students with mentoring for graduates until they leave school.

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access has a detrimental effect on a standard road surface. In his report to council, Mr Hassett told councillors before a commitment was made to sealing Hudson road, an evaluation of the initial costs, life cycle costs and renewal costs needed to be considered. The total project cost is estimated at $295,500. This includes $16,500 for the removal of rail infrastructure and provision of drainage adjacent to Florence street; $195,000 for Hudson road as ‘fit for purpose’ with A/C at three entrances and spray seal in areas in between; $57,000 to excavate and A/C junctions and the entrance on Templeton road; and $27,000 for the Port Wakefield/Auburn road entrance. Mr Hassett suggested council consider allocating $57,000 in next year’s budget for the remediation of the intersection and entrance on Templeton road and to address drainage issues at the southern end of Hudson road. “A partnership should be sought or undertaken to seek a future commitment for asphaltic concrete to be placed on Hudson road prior to council committing to seal the full length of Hudson road,” Mr Hassett said. Eddie McArdle, proprietor of McArdle Pty Ltd and Agfert, said he had made significant improvements on his premises to improve drainage. “I’ve done my own sealing and putting kerbs and swales in to improve drainage issues,” he said. Eddie believes the road should be sealed, with kerbing along the side closest to the town. “If council continued the same as they have done on Racecourse Road I’m sure everything would be fine,” he said. “We just need a bitumen road so you can drive down there.”

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remediation of Hudson road in Balaklava is likely to be considered as part of Wakefield Regional Council’s 2010/11 budget deliberations. Infrastructure services manager, David Hassett, provided a report to council on the current condition of the road and options for improvement at the request of councillor Avon Hudson. The 310 metre section of road is unsealed and runs between the Port Wakefield to Auburn road and the Balaklava to Whitwarta/Templeton road, and has surface deterioration and drainage issues. After heavy rain, navigating the road can become very difficult. Several residential properties exist along the road, which is mostly used by heavy vehicles to access the adjacent transport facility, McArdle Pty Ltd. “Significant pavement deterioration exists at both the Balaklava-Whitwarta/ Templeton road junction and the Port Wakefield/Auburn road through heavy vehicle movements,” Mr Hassett said in his report to council. In addition, the rail corridor and infrastructure is still in place at the southern entrance of Hudson road, and stormwater outflows from the transport facility are believed to be contributing to draining issues on Hudson road. Mr Hassett said council had undertaken some remedial works on Hudson road, while other unauthorised remediation had been undertaken by other parties in breach of the Local Government Act. The former infrastructure services manager and ward councillors have met with the transport operator in the past in an attempt to agree on a contribution towards the sealing of the road and entry points to the facility, but were unsuccessful. It is common practice for council to seek a contribution when heavy vehicle

RegistrationS are now open for Clean Up Australia Day 2010. And in 2010 Australia’s largest community-based environmental event will celebrate its 20th year. Founded by Ian Kiernan AO, the event has evolved from humble beginnings in 1989 at Sydney Harbour to almost 630,000 volunteers cleaning up 7,000 sites across Australia in 2009. Clean Up Australia Day is Sunday, March 7; business clean up Tuesday, March 2 and schools clean up Friday, March 5. Nominate to clean up a local area such as a park, waterway, beach or street in your neighbourhood. Everyone is welcome to join in, including friends,

family, kids and work colleagues. Register for Clean Up Australia Day at www.cleanup.org.au or call 1800 282 329 for more information. • Targeted Youth Grants designed to support community organisations to develop initiatives to support vulnerable young people are open. Applications close on January 5. For further information call 8204 8482 or visit www.officeforyouth.sa.gov.au • Department of Veterans’ Affairs is offering $2000 for projects which maintain and improve the independence and quality of life for members of the veteran community. For further information, visit www. dva.gov.au/health/grants

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NEWS v District briefLY Life in words for our poets

Ten years service, back from left: Roly Howes (Clare), Dene Newton (Balaklava), Bruce Thomas (Clare), Jeff Willoughby (Eudunda). Front: Adrian Wandel (Owen), Joe Tily (Hamley Bridge), Laurel Mitton (Owen) and John Stephens (Eudunda).

Drivers travel near and far to help others

Mid North Community PasFollowing a brief thankyou senger Network held a Christmas speech recognising all volunteer dinner for its volunteer drivers drivers, he presented those who and their partners at the Gilbert have been volunteering for five Valley Hotel, Saddleworth, last years with a silver certificate Friday. and a silver engraved pen, and It was held in one location this 10 year service providers with a year, so all drivers from the Mid gold certificate and a dinner for North Region could meet with two in Clare. each other. Volunteers who have been Co-ordinator, Damien Gra- driving for five years would have ham, said he was very proud of travelled up to 30,000km, or about the service volunteers provided 300 hours. Double that figure for for the community. the 10 year “veterans.” Five years service,(from left) rear, Ken Roberts (Owen), Keith Bowman (Clare), Tony Nicholas (Clare), George Jones (Clare). Front: Elizabeth Launer (Clare) and Gloria Maynard (Clare).

Councils want answers Candidates for next year’s State parliament election will face tough questions from communities and their councils based on a Local Government Association campaign. According to LGA president, Mayor Felicity-Ann Lewis, regionally specific questions need to be answered to localise the new government’s future plans. “People want to know how the newly-elected State government will support their part of SA in the next term of Government,” Mayor Lewis said. “We aim to help them get an answer from every candidate and party.” The slogan ‘Our Part of SA’ is designed to be on the lips of every person, business and community organisation,

wherever they are in SA. Mayor Lewis said the style of campaign was at a much higher level than the LGA had ever undertaken for a State election and it involved a new website and webpage. These sources will index all campaign information and councils can progressively add their voices to the LGA message. “South Australians I talk to want their governments working together – and so do we,” Mayor Lewis said. “The commitments we are seeking involve a higher level of commitment from the next State Government but we are prepared to play our part.” For more information, visit www. lga.sa.gov.au/goto/2010stateelection.

Theme for the 2010 Adelaide Plains Poets’ poetry competition is “Life, the Universe and Everything” and poems must refer to this theme in some way. A total prize pool of $500 is up for grabs with cash prizes for first, second and third and highly commended and commended certificates will also be handed out. Entries must be original, in English, unpublished and not have won a prize in any other competition. Three classes of entries will be accepted - open class for all poets 18 years and older, and two junior classes primary school children, and secondary school student. Open entries attract an entry fee of $5 per poem and junior classes can be entered for free. Entries close January 8. Contact Carolyn Cordon on 8527 2412 or 0418 806 490 or email jeebers@bigpond.com

Gulf in focus “Gulf St Vincent A Precious Asset” highlighting the history and use of the area. The report looks at the area between Troubridge Point on the Yorke Peninsula through to Cape Jervis on the Fleurieu Peninsula. To obtain a copy of the booklet or for further information email ian6rk@internode.on.net or phone 8269 3928.

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Goolwa takes KESAB award GOOLWA has been named overall winner of the KESAB Sustainable Communities (Tidy Towns) program for 2009. Goolwa, also was judged Best Community, Southern and Hills Region for its international youth mentoring program, restoring bikes and water harvesting project. Regional winner for Best Community Murray Region was Waikerie, while Maree was recognised as the Best Community Outback Region. Other community efforts recognised include Mt Gambier council (sustainable mentoring to community members), Tumby Bay local skills centre, Whyalla for reducing waste to landfill by 40 per cent over the last two years. Eudunda community transformed the old railway line and siding into a park and central town feature, Murray

Bridge schools community and council planted over 3000 trees a year providing growth for habitat and vulnerable species and Port Vincent primary schools interactive marine learning centre. Local Government Association executive director, Wendy Campana, presented Community Engagement awards to groups including Kapunda, Mundulla, Millicent, District Council of Yorke Peninsula, Gawler Caravan Park, Banrock Station, National Trust of Australia Penola Branch, Yacka Community Development Board, Port Germein Village Project, Port Germein Progress Association and Port Germein Community Church. Goolwa will represent South Australia in the Keep Australia Beautiful Sustainable Communities Tidy Towns National Awards to be announced early in 2010.

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Santa arrives in Two Wells n TWO Wells turned on a great pageant last Friday as one of the first Adelaide Plains towns to welcome Santa to the district. Pictures by Bronte Hewett.

Prepare for the fire danger season by checking your letterbox! Households in bushfire prone areas will soon receive a free Bushfire Ready Kit, containing a Bushfire Survival DVD, a Fire Danger Rating Fridge Magnet and a Bushfire Survival Plan Checklist. Watch this DVD and complete the checklist with your family. If you do not receive a DVD, call the CFS on (08) 8463 4200. To find out more, visit www.cfs.sa.gov.au

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Thirteen Balaklava Primary School children were awarded gold medals in the Premier’s Be Active Challenge last Thursday: Jon Fiegert, Braydon Foale-Jacka, Dylan Fahey, Demi Saint, Ciara Guy, Aleisha Michael, Carly Williams, Emma Mahony, Courtney Pringle (pictured front row) Charlie Arbon, Jake Michael and Kristy Selleck (these three were absent for the photo). A further 74 received silver medals, and 93 bronze.

Inquiry calls for farm machinery reform n state parliament report Wide-ranging reform of state and national consumer laws to give farmers greater warranty protection when purchasing machinery and equipment has been recommended. The Economics and Finance Committee of State parliament handed down its report last Thursday, following an inquiry into warranty and safety concerns expressed by farmers. Many submissions to the committee questioned the behaviour and service performance of machinery manufacturers. The committee heard complaints about “abusive and arrogant” manufacturer representatives were made by farmers and machinery retailers. The inquiry was initiated by local MP the Member for Light, Tony Piccolo, who raised the matter in Parliament following complaints from farmers. The report – “Consumer protection for

farmers: Reaping a fair harvest” – makes a series of findings and recommendations. A key recommendation to the Minister for Consumer Affairs and the Minister for Agriculture, Food and Fisheries was for a mediation scheme to provide alternative dispute resolution services for the agricultural sector be created. Mr Piccolo said the committee recommended the alternative industrybased dispute resolution scheme be voluntary, that its decisions were binding on parties and, if necessary, it be given statutory backing to give it effect. “Giving an industry scheme statutory backing highlights the desire by the committee to establish workable, but enforceable processes to resolve disputes,” Mr Piccolo said “The recommendation effectively builds upon the work already undertaken by the South Australian Farmers Fed-

LIGHT MP Tony Piccolo discusses the inquiry with Reeves Plains farmers Malcolm (left) and Andrew Lucas. eration (SAFF).” Mr Piccolo said the committee also recommended to the Minister for Consumer Affairs that consideration be given to extending current state-based consumer protection legislation to include farm machinery. Mr Piccolo said the committee was told farmers should be able enjoy access to “consumer” protection laws similar to other purchasers of goods and services.

Mr Piccolo said the committee was told by the SAFF president, Peter White, that a farmer who spends hundreds of thousands of dollars on machinery and equipment enjoyed less protection than a person who buys a fridge. “There is no consumer protection, yet you are paying a lot more than the risk you would take if it was a fridge, or whatever,” Mr White said. This view was echoed

by most of the submissions tendered to the inquiry. Mr Piccolo said the evidence he heard was consistent with concerns expressed by farmers in his electorate. The Committee also considered a National Code of Practice for the sector worth investigating. Mr Piccolo said the Code would establish service standards and support for purchasers, dealers and manufacturers and articulate a re-

quirement for all parties to act in “good faith”. “It would be enforceable at law like other codes established under the Trade Practices Act,” Mr Piccolo said. “The Code of Practice could include a range of issuesto ensure famers received a fair deal when it came to warranty and other service issues” On the issue of safety, the committee recommended the Minister for Industrial Relations, as the Minster responsible for the Occupational Health, Safety and Welfare Act and the Minister for Consumer Affairs make appropriate representations to their respective Ministers’ Council for the development of improved safety requirements and disclosures surrounding the sale of second hand and reconditioned farm machinery. Mr Piccolo said the committee received evidence refurbished and reconditioned farm machinery poses a greater safety risk to users than new machinery. The committee was

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told by Safework SA refurbished and reconditioned machinery commonly do not comply in many cases with the safety standards that are in place in Australia. Mr Piccolo said the report would now be referred to the relevant State and Federal Ministers for a response, but any legislation in South Australia could not be considered until after the State election in March 2010. Mr Piccolo said if re-elected in March he would pursue the recommendations in Parliament with “great vigour”, in the same way he has made greater protection for franchises a national issue. He said the inquiry was opposed by the Parliamentary Liberal Party, which he claimed described the farmers concerns as relatively minor and not worthy of the committee’s time. Mr Piccolo said farmers should also lobby their local MPs and industry bodies to help ensure the issue gets the attention it deserved.

The South Australian Farmers Federation (SAFF) has welcomed the report. “SAFF is pleased with the common-sense approach the committee has taken in examining the difficulties farmers have in getting machinery manufacturers to undertake repairs to machinery that is under warranty, “ said CEO, Carol Vincent. “We now look forward to working with the Ministers for Agriculture, Consumer Affairs and Industrial Relations to implement recommendations. “I congratulate Light MP, Tony Piccolo, for not only initiating the inquiry, but for ensuring the Economic and Finance Committee has dealt with this so promptly and released a well reasoned report. “These are all measures SAFF has been seeking for farmers who have faced substantial costs with repairs, loss of productivity and legal fees.” SAFF had been fearful with the end of the parliamentary term, the inquiry would not have been finished.

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Diesel developer in SA move The company behind a proposal to convert lignite mined at Clinton to premium synthetic diesel is continuing to investigate proven technologies, and will relocate its office from Perth to South Australia next year. Syngas has engaged Rentech to provide Fiscer-Tropsch (FT) fuels production preliminary engineering services for the proposed synthetic fuel production facility near Port Clinton. The work is expected to begin in the first quarter of 2010, and could lead to a licensing

By Lauren Parker agreement with Rentech for its FT technology. “We have always had a strategy and are implementing a strategy where we will use existing, proven technology,” said Syngas managing director, Merrill Gray. “The technologies we’re involved in are in use around the world.” Ms Gray said this reduced risks.

Syngas has also signed a Heads of Agreement with General Electric Company and General Electric International Inc (GE) over exclusive arrangement to work towards supply of gas and steam turbines. Ms Gray said there were five core technologies identified after the company’s pre-feasibility study. After considering the operating plants around the world, Ms Gray said Syngas had approached what it believed to be the best technologies available. Siemens is a crucial

part of this, as its technology produces the actual syngas, and work with Siemens was completed in August as part of a feasibility engineering study. Ms Gray has travelled to Germany to view the technology in operation, and has visited and will visit other plants as the company investigates the best technology options for biodiesel production in South Australia. During the process of producing biofuel, the lignite mined from Clinton must first be dried before being put into the gasifier. Following gasification, gas conditioning occurs to ‘clean’ the gas produced. Some of the gas is then used to produce power to turn the remaining gas into liquid, producing an ultra-clean diesel that looks similar to water. “We are working with people on a global basis who are doing this already and know what’s involved,” Ms Gray said. “Although it’s new for Australia and to the region, these are things that are done and successfully operating elsewhere.” In the immediate future, Syngas is planning meetings with landowners in early January, and in March next year, the company will relocate from Perth to Adelaide. “We want to be closer to all of our stakeholders and land owners,” Ms Gray said. Despite all the progress, Ms Gray said Syngas was only at the beginning of its Bankable Feasibility Study. “This period of time, which takes a couple of years, has got quite a lot of detailed information,” she said. “It’s going to be a lot of work but we’re looking forward to it.” Ms Gray said the local community was continuing to show a strong interest in the project, which has the potential to produce 200 million barrels of oil equivalent over 40 years. Each year, this equates to about 800 million litres of fuel.

THE Goldney family will leave for Namibia in January. Richard and Carolyn are pictured with (from left) Thomas, Joseph, Elliott and Annie.

African mission becomes family affair for Goldneys January 2010 will bring big changes for the Goldney Family from Balaklava as they embark on a six month African adventure. Richard and Carolyn Goldney, together with their four children Joseph (13), Thomas (11), Elliot (8) and Annie (6) will travel to a small rural village in Namibia called Kaisosi where they will work with an Orphaned and Vulnerable Children project team. During the six month mission, school teacher Carolyn will assisting at the local school and help with meals and other services provided by the project. Richard, who runs Goldney Welding, will use his metal working and handyman skills for repairs, maintenance and train-

By Karen Petney ing and to help set up sustainable agriculture. The children will attend the school where Carolyn is working. “We pray they will learn from the experience and be a blessing to the children they interact with,” Carolyn said. “While we know the basics – but we don’t really know what we’re in for. It’s a bit of an unknown,” Richard said. The missions trip is something Carolyn has wanted to do since she became a Christian, aged 14. “I always knew we’d do this sort of missions trip. I have known

for a long time it is God’s will,” Carolyn said. The Goldneys will work with the Orphan and Vulnerable Children’s project, run by the local church with the assistance of AIM (Africa Inland Mission). “There is huge need in the community due to the vast number of orphans resulting from the high adult AIDS mortality rate,’’ Carolyn explained. “We hope to build relationships and demonstrate God’s love in a tangible way.” Richard and Carolyn are asking for people to remember their family in their prayers. If you would like to help the family while they are away, give them a call on 8862 2037.

High-speed Broadband in most towns Telstranow has 38 exchanges delivering ADSL2+ high-speed broadband services to customers across north and western South Australia. An additional 448 exchanges were upgraded nationally to ADSL2+ standards since March this year, taking the total to 1856. Telstra Country Wide Area General Manager South Australia North & West, John Tonkin, said ADSL2+ provided the speed and bandwidth families and businesses needed to simultaneously use several devices more effectively at home or in the office.

The 38 exchanges in the North and West region are: Ardrossan, Auburn, Balaklava, Booleroo Centre, Ceduna, Clare, Coobowie, Cowell, Edithburgh, Everard, Gladstone, Hawker, Jamestown, Kadina, Laura, Mallala, Minlaton, Melrose, Moonta, Maitland, Orroroo, Port Pirie, Port Augusta, Port Lincoln, Port Victoria, Roxby Downs, Riverton, Stirling North, Spalding, Two Wells, Tumby Bay, Whyalla Jenkins, Whyalla, Wilmington, Wirrabara, Warooka, Wallaroo and Yorketown. ADSL is a high-speed broadband internet service which lets you

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use your phone or fax line while you’re on the internet. ADSL2+ gives you the capabilities of ADSL with even faster speeds. “With ADSL2+ customers can surf the internet at high speeds, send large emails with photos to family and friends, plan their next holiday or download video to their DVR simultaneously over multiple devices,” Mr Tonkin said. “Thanks to this network upgrade, an 850MB full length film from BigPond Movies could be downloaded in around 10 minutes with ADSL2+ as opposed to over an hour with 1.5Mbps ADSL.*”

Caltrop Caltrop is a summer growing prostrate annual herb that reproduces from seed. Flowers are 8 to 15mm in diameter with five bright yellow petals. The fruit is a woody burr about 1cm diameter with sharp rigid spines, which can reach 6mm long. Seeds germinate after late spring and summer rains and the plant grows rapidly. Caltrop is mainly spread by seed, which are moved when the spiny fruits attach to animals, humans and machinery. Caltrop is toxic to stock and can cause nitrate poisoning, photosensitization and staggers. This plant is declared under the Natural Resources Management Act, 2004. For information on control techniques, phone the Adelaide and Mount Lofty Ranges Natural Resources Management Board offices direct or visit the website. Gawler - 8523 7700. Lobethal - 8389 6166. Willunga - 8550 3400.

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Northern Yorke Peninsula Veteran and Vintage Motor Cycle Club recently held its annual Christmas Appeal run. This run is to collect donations of toys, food hampers and cash which is presented to the local St Vincent de Paul Society for distribution over the Adelaide Plains, Mid North and Yorke Peninsula. Riders stopped at Pope’s Cafe, Port Wakefield, where club president, James Bartsch, is shown officially handing over the donations to St Vinnies representative Carmel Matthews.

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Brinkworth’s annual Christmas Party will be held at Stockport Reserve from 6.30pm on Sunday, December 20. The evening will include free sausage sizzle, entertainment, carols and a visit by Father Christmas. This year families of Brinkworth playgroup will present the Inaugural Peppertree Pageant. Get into the Christmas spirit and dress up as a pirate, mermaid, superhero, Christmas or whatever you like. Bring along a musical instrument, make a bit of noise and have some fun. Individual prizes will be presented for best group entry, best musical entry and an adult prize for best festive hat. Participants can gather at Railway Cottages, Oval Avenue (near the overhead water tank) by 6.30pm ready to for the short walk or ride to the party. For further information contact Alex Cleland on 8846 2288 or alex.jim@bigpond.com

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BLYTH’S best Christmas lights display will earn a $100 Christmas bonus for this year’s winners. Judging will be take place on Wednesday December 16 from 8.30pm and winners will be announced at the Christmas Street Carnival on Friday, December 18 from 6.30pm in the main street. Competitions include fancy dress and best decorated bike, children’s best muffin, water balloon throwing, quandong dessert and home brew competitions. Father Christmas will arrive in style with a treat for all children 11 years and under and the giant Christmas stocking raffle will be drawn. During the night enjoy the jumping castle, grandma’s kitchen, spinning swheel, barbecue, fairy floss, stalls, face painting and Blyth Progress Association trading table.

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Christmas and New Year Greetings v Dublin, Clare

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DAVINA Smythe with a brochure.

For a decade a tin man, an environmental observer, a cockroach, a rat, a giant blowfly, Ned Kelly and even a spaceship have drawn the attention of travellers on Port Wakefield Road. And the public interest in the statues has not waned over the years, with the Two Wells Visitor Information Centre receiving regular enquiries. With this in mind, the centre has now printed brochures informing visitors of the statues, their purpose and origins. Centre manager Davina Smythe said the brochures were funded

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by a District Council of Mallala Community Partnerships grant of $3000, and were now being distributed to various outlets. “We have had lots of people drop in who have been down the highway and looked at the icons and ask about them,” Davina said. Another grant had allowed the centre to print several postcards pictur-

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ing the statues, which were initially established in protest of the Dublin landfill, which was first proposed in 1998. Local farmer Steve Jones devised the imaginative sculptures, which were assembled under

A break with tradition will see carols at Dublin Institute this year, as the final event celebrating the Institute’s 125th anniversary. Former Methodist Church events such as the carols and strawberry fetes were held at the Institute, until the formation of the Uniting Church in 1967 when the events were moved to Windsor Uniting Church. This year carols will be held on December 23 from 8pm and Pastor Grant Jewell will conduct the service. • Dublin Senior Citizens will celebrate Christmas at Port Parham Social Club on Wednesday (December 16). To book your place call Jim Cody (8529 2269) or Pat McCann (0427 889 189).

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NEWS v District

Mallala steps back in time for concert

Large crowds braved temperatures of more than 40 degrees to view the Mallala Primary school end of year concert recently. The mercury reached 43 degrees, but 200 people packed the local institute for the afternoon show, and another 300 the same evening. The school’s six classes performed a dance to a song from each of the last six decades, with reception and year one students dressing as cute puppies to perform to Elvis’ Hound Dog. The year two/three class tackled the 60s, dressing in a beach theme for the Beach Boys’ Surfin’ Safari. The mixed reception, year one and two class dressed as tigers, including

Kymba Zanker as Britney Spears.

Thriller, performed by (from left) Charlie McIntyre, Josh Watson, Mitch Kaetlin Roberts and Woollatt and Bradley Garrett. Nicholas Sumner. painted faces, to perform 1970s song Tiger by ABBA. In a highlight of the concert, the year five, six and seven class danced Thriller. The year three, four and five class boot scooted to the 1990s Steps hit 5, 6, 7, 8 while the year four, five

and six class took on the 2000s with Sk8er Boi.There were guest appearances by Elvis Presley, the Beatles, the Village People, Cyndi Lauper, the Spice Girls and Britney Spears, with senior students coming on stage in costume between class items.

Year seven student John Watson acted as MC, and other performances included the Festival of Music choir and the newly formed junior choir. Before the concert, students Kyle Savill and Eloise Johnson performed.

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Eleisa’s award

Eleisa Hancock, daughter of James and Janette, was named winner of the Australian Defence Force Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork Award for year 12 Eynesbury students. The former Balaklava student was named winner of the award at the Adelaide Town Hall on Thursday, November 26. She also received merit awards for accounting studies, Australian and international politics, economics, and modern history. Eleisa was the valedictory speaker for the year 12 students and the final speaker for the Eynesbury College 2009 graduation.

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GREAT PEOPLE v Mallala

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MALLALA school bus driver Peta East gets a cheerful farewell from her passengers.

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ot many bus drivers can boast their own bus song, but Mallala Primary School driver Peta East not only has plenty of fond memories of her time driving numerous students to school, but also her own song. But after 25 years of transporting students to and from school, Peta is ending her time as a bus driver. She farewelled her students with a bus party at the school last Thursday, which was also attended by some of her past passengers and parents. Deb Howell, whose three daughters all travelled with Peta, said she was a good, confident driver. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We never had to worry about safety, Peta looked after the kids,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If the kids were asleep when the bus got to our place, Peta would signal with her hands by her head and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d go and get them off the bus. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to be missed.â&#x20AC;? Paul Blacket was eight when Peta began driving him to school, and she now drives Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s daughter Skye.

Lauren Parker farewells school bus legend, Peta East â&#x20AC;&#x153;We were always greeted with â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;good morningâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and a smile every day,â&#x20AC;? he said. Andrew Pratt caught Petaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bus for five years, and now sends his daughters Casey, Taylah and Amber with her, saying Peta was great with the kids. Peta said she initially â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;fell intoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; driving the bus. And her years behind the wheel havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t been without its mishaps, with one particularly memorable incident occurring not long after she started. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I tried to turn the bus around one day and got stuck across the road on the Adelaide road towards Two Wells,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The back end of my bus got caught on the raised bit on the side of the road and it wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t budge.â&#x20AC;? The road was completely blocked. Then there was a student who kicked down the door because he didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to go to school, and others who have had to be

coaxed onto the bus. Twenty-two years ago, Peta was behind the wheel of the brand new bus 1254, which she still drives today. Not long after she began driving the new bus, Peta and the students came up with their bus song: â&#x20AC;&#x153;We all travel on a mean machine. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the colour of a canary â&#x20AC;&#x201C; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lairy. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s our bus.â&#x20AC;? The song about â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bus 1254 with an air compressed doorâ&#x20AC;? is quite lengthy, and Peta jokes it will have to be patented before the lyrics can be printed. In addition to the runs to and from school, Peta has volunteered to drive for lots of excursions and camping trips. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had a dang good time,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve absolutely loved the job. The kids have been really good and have a lot of respect for me, and I have a lot of respect for them.â&#x20AC;? There have been plenty of humorous incidents too over the years on the 54 kilometre Korunye/Redbanks/Barabba run. Parents and students agreed Peta would be missed as a driver.

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LOCAL v Living

The Way

We were 5

YEARS AGO December 2004

•Luke Tezacker, formerly of Balaklava was named Apprentice Butcher of the Year for the second consecutive year.

YEARS AGO December 1999

•After devoting 21 years to Balaklava Girl Guides, Jenny Stewart announced her retirement. •Owen CWA members Mern Harkness, Maisie Bammann, Dulsie Helps and Heather Meyers were presented with 20 year service awards after dedicating more than 150 years combined service.

YEARS AGO December 1989

•Alison Cheek was 1989 dux of Mallala Primary School.

Diary&

‘Mary Ann’ first lady of trade on the River Murray South Australia was settled just six years after Charles Sturt first navigated the length of the River Murray in 1829-30. It would have been his mapping that enabled it to be opened up for river trade, although there were no real moves in this direction until 1850, when Governor Sir Henry Fox urged the government to offer a bonus to encourage river navigation. A jetty was built at Goolwa, the Victorian gold rush presenting an opportunity for traders to supply stores to the diggings. William Randell of Gumeracha was the first to move, building his small paddle steamer “Mary Ann”. Made from local timber, the frame was taken to the Murray, near Mannum, where it was completed. Laden with provisions, it steamed downstream to Goolwa to obtain a Customs clearance for its cargo; Governor Young also inspected the

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vessel there, telling Mr Randell he would recommend him for a bonus of 300 pounds for being the first steamer on the river. Leaving Goolwa on March 25, 1853, the “Mary Ann” reached Lake Bonney before low water forced it back. Francis Cadell was also chasing the government bonus and negotiated a deal that would pay him 1000 pounds if he built a steamer and barge and reached the Murray-Darling junction, another 500 pounds for bringing his boat through the Murray Mouth and a further 1000 pounds if he successfully operated

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COMMUNITY

•Dec 11: Christmas Carnival Snowtown; Blyth Tennis Club Twilight Senior Social Tennis. • Dec 12: Balaklava Pony Club rally; Clare Showgrounds Monthly Market. • Dec 13: Carols by Candlelight, Balaklava Triangle. •Dec 16: Adelaide Plains Road Safety Group meeting, Old Council Chambers, Two Wells. •Dec 16: Owen CWA meeting •Dec 17: Mallala Christmas Parade. •Dec 18: 2009 Balaklava Lions Christmas Pageant; Blyth Christmas Street Carnival. •Dec 19: Riverton market. •Dec 19: Hamley Bridge Christmas Street Parade; Sevenhill Producers Market. •Dec 20: Brinkworth Community Christmas Party. •Dec 24: Owen Christmas Eve Celebrations; Tarlee Christmas Celebrations. • Jan 4: Brinkworth Progress Association meeting.

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on the river for a year. Cadell’s boat, “Lady Augusta”, was built in Sydney and sailed round the coast to Goolwa where it negotiated the Murray Mouth. August 25 1853, the competitive river trade had begun. Cadell added more boats to his fleet and Randell increased the size of his boat by building another hull the same size as the “Mary Ann” and placing the paddle wheel between the two hulls. The rivalry was intense as these two captains pushed further and further upstream, and by 1859 numerous others were also plying the waterways, establishing trading posts along the way. William McCulloch & Co began trading on the river in 1866, and their busiest site was at Morgan where a rail line gave them a direct link to Adelaide. At the peak of the paddle steamer era, there were between 200 and

300 vessels operating on the Murray, their cargo ranging from wheat and wool to timber, fresh and dried fruits, cement and crushed granite, and passengers. These steamers and barges virtually became floating ‘general stores,’ selling groceries, drapery, sewing machines, hardware, saddlery etc, and two mission boats, “Etona” and “Glad Tidings” brought religious ‘comfort’ to small settlements and stations along the river where there were no churches. Apart from low water levels and snags, the most difficult issue facing the boats was taxes or border tariffs - under the Australian Colonies Government Act, each colony could levy Customs duties. This caused much conflict, with devious ways devised to avoid the payments. The new federal government finally put an end to the conflict by abolishing these in 1903.

PET CARE

Supported by Balaklava Veterinary Service. Phone: 8862 2088 Spending time outside with your pet in the warmer months is great for you and your pet’s health, but Murdoch University’s Dr Lisa Smart says pet owners should keep in mind that snakes are out too. “Australia has its fair share of deadly snakes that can cause a range of problems such as bleeding and paralysis,” said Dr Smart, Senior Lecturer in Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care. “The most common are Brown Snakes, including Dugites, and Tiger Snakes but the type of snake will vary across the metropolitan area.”

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Pets and snake danger Dr Smart said the effects of a snake bite could occur within minutes. “Dogs or cats found with a snake or with suspected snake bite need to be taken immediately to their closest veterinarian,” she added. Dr Smart advised that if the pet’s regular local vet was

closed pet owners went to the closest emergency clinic. “The treatment for a snake bite is antivenom, which must be given as soon as possible. “If your pet becomes limp with shallow breathing, you will need to perform mouth-to-nose resuscitation until

you arrive at the vet. “To do this, lie the animal on its stomach with head and neck extended towards you, keep the muzzle closed, place a thin cloth over the nose to protect your own mouth, and breathe into the animal’s nose until the chest rises, then allow the animal to exhale – do this every five to 10 seconds. “This action can save your pet’s life.”

Did you know

Good News Ken Packer

The apostle Paul confidently declares that nothing is “able to separate us from the love of God.” Romans 8.38-39.

n The Church notices published below are supplied by local churches and will continue to be repeated weekly as a service directory. Churches should advise us of any changes immediately – or in the last week of the preceding month. Please advise changes by emailing lisa@plainsproducer.com.au

D The shortest war on record took place in 1896 when Zanzibar surrendered to Britain after 38 minutes. D The longest was the socalled 100-years war between Britain and France. It actually lasted 116 years, ending in 1453. •From: www.didyouknow.org

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A.O.G./A.C.C. Balaklava ……………………………………..10.00am

anglican Balaklava……………………………………..9.00am Hamley Bridge …………………………….10.00am

anglican Balaklava ……………………………………….9.00am Hamley Bridge ………………………………11.00am

CATHOLIC CHURCH Balaklava …………………………….Mass 10.30am Pt Wakefield ………………………….Mass 9.00am

CATHOLIC CHURCH Balaklava ……………………………..Liturgy 9.00am Pt Wakefield …………………………..Mass 9.00am

CHURCH OF CHRIST Balaklava ……………………………………10.00am

CHURCH OF CHRIST Balaklava ……………………………………..10.00am

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UNITING Mallala …………………………………………9.00am Two Wells …………………………………..10.30am Owen Comm ………………………………..9.30am Hamley Bridge……………………………...9.15am Windsor ……………………………………..9.00am Balaklava ……………………………………..9.00am Nantawarra ……………………………………9.00am Lochiel ……………………………..with Nantawarra Pt Wakefield ………………………………..11.00am

UNITING Mallala.................. 10.00am Christmas Cantana Two Wells...........................................10.30am Owen Comm...................................... 11.00am Hamley Bridge ………………………………..9.15am Windsor ……………………………………….9.00am Balaklava ……………………………………….9.00am Nantawarra .………………………………...No service Lochiel ………………………………………No service Pt Wakefield …………………………………11.00am

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SPORT v Bowls

Comfortable wins in division one What a pleasure it was for bowlers to experience perfect bowling weather for a change. More days like last Saturday will be welcome. All matches in Division One last weekend resulted in comfortable wins for the respective sides. Leaders Hamley Bridge easily accounted for Wasleys even though two of the rink scores were close. Meanwhile, Owen maintained their second position courtesy of an all-rinks win against Port Wakefield. Riverton secured a much needed win against fellow contender Mallala, winning by 22 shots with two rinks up. Balaklava had the bye for the round. Two adjustments have been made to the Division One standings since last week’s report. Firstly, 12 points and 12 shots are now awarded to the bye side instead of six points. This change has been made in line with information received from Bowls SA. Regardless of whether 12 points and 12 shots is awarded to the bye side (Bowls SA method), six points (as previously used by the Association) or no points (as used by a neighbouring Association), the most significant change is that all sides including

By John Glistak WWBA secretary the bye side receives no points for any round cancelled e.g. due to heat. In the Association’s case, this change applies for the round cancelled on 14 November. Wasleys receives no points for the bye as all matches were cancelled. As Ben Scales, general manager Bowls SA, commented: “It is my opinion is unfair for a side to receive points when no other side has the opportunity to, and my response to the clubs that have felt they have been unfairly treated is it is the luck (or maybe the unluck if that is a word!) of the draw they had a Bye on the round that was cancelled.” Now for this Saturday’s Division One matches, the penultimate round before the Christmas/New Year break: The feature match will see Riverton host Hamley Bridge. In their previous clash, Hamley Bridge snuck home by two shots. Hamley Bridge is yet to lose a match this season and while this contest may be tight once again, odds favour the visiting side chalking up another win. Second placed Owen travels to Wasleys who are more difficult to defeat at home.

Season form, however, suggests that Owen will record their sixth win. The final match will see Port Wakefield host Balaklava. To this point in time, Balaklava has had three wins compared to Port Wakefield’s one win and a draw. This form suggests that a close match is likely with Balaklava expected to return home with the points. Mallala has the bye for this round. Division One: 5 December 2009 – Riverton 86(10) (N. Rogers 19, M. Griffiths 36, B. Mullins 31) def. Mallala 64(2) (J. Evans 29, K. Roberts 15, P. Furst 20); Hamley Bridge 103(12) (D. Rex 28, B. Smith 48, A. O’Brien 27) def. Wasleys 64(0) (D. Olive 23, J. Kieboom 15, L. Ryan 26); Owen 79(12) (N. Harkness 24, B. Parker 24, G. Harkness 31) def. Port Wakefield 50(0) (R. McQuire 12, G. McPharlin 23, R. Murphy 15). Division One Standings – Hamley Bridge 88(173); Owen 78(96); Balaklava 58(64); Riverton 51(42) Mallala 46(-48); Wasleys 39(-132); Port Wakefield 38(-75). Division One: 12 December 2009 – Port Wakefield vs Balaklava, Wasleys vs Owen, Riverton vs Hamley Bridge, Mallala Bye. JOHN Moloney, Hamley Bridge lines up during the game against Wasleys on Saturday.

Hamley Red hands Riverton White its first defeat for this season LEFT: Marg Keast, Riverton. Above: Riverton’s Greg Stone. RIGHT: Mal Durdin, Hamley Bridge.

Bowls North Eastern mid week

Results from Wednesday, December 2. Clare White 40 (10) defeated Clare Blue 31 (0). M Pawelski 17, B Sims 23, R Wurst 14, T Sims 17. Burra 50 (10) defeated Brinkworth 32 (0). G Kakoschke 22, R Taylor 28, F Groom 15, J Goss 17. Balaklava 37 (10) defeated Snowtown 30 (0). K Cottle 18, R Hillman 19, R Brand 16, J Hillsden 14. Clare Red 45 defeated Blyth 30 (0). K Clarke 23, R Howes 22, D Edwards 16, R Deluca 14. Premiership Table Pts For Against % Clare White* 46 167 139 54.58 Burra* 42 177 137 56.37 Balaklava* 32 156 137 53.24 Clare Red 32 180 203 47.00 Clare Blue* 30 179 181 49.72 Spalding* 28 107 106 50.23 Blyth* 25 209 175 54.43 Snowtown* 24 125 132 48.64 Brinkworth 21 107 197 35.20 * Has had the bye Next week: Balaklava v Blyth, Clare Blue v Snowtown, Burra v Clare White, Clare Red v Spalding, Brinkworth bye.

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Mallala White 57 defeated Two Wells White 36. R Jenkin 23 d M Burford 10, S Underwood 17 d C King 16, M Marshman 28 d M Maylin 9. Owen 50 defeated Balaklava Green 40. G Wandel 22 d J Milton 5, B Harkness d B Barr 18, L Barr 17 d H Hocking 16. Two Wells Red 53 defeated Balaklava Red 49. M Gameau 20 d F Rowland 7, J Wood 26 d B Molloy 8, S Hinkley 25 d C Goldney 16. Mallala Black 62 defeated Port Wakefield 33. Y Curnow 21 d H Brown 12, B Roney 23 d Moya Hayes 10, Josie Curnow 18 d B McQuire 11. Balaklava Gold 48 defeated Hamley Bridge 44. N Fyfe

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27 d L Harkness 8, K Catford H Bell 9. Premiership Table Owen Mallala White Mallala Red Pt Wakefield Two Wells White Hamley Bridge Two Wells Red Balaklava Gold Balaklava Red Balaklava Green

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BALAKLAVA Division 1: Balaklava v Port Wakefield at Port Wakefield. Cars: skippers. B Olsen, O Chapman, A Chivell, T Clifford (sk). G Palmer, K McPharlin, D Lamond, P Thompson (sk). A Northcott, J Roberts, S Hawke, B Taylor (sk). Division 2: Balaklava White v Port Wakefield at Port Wakefield. Cars: skippers. H Hebisch, T Olsen, S Guy, M Olsen (sk). L Day, C Stewart, Z Guy, J Olsen (sk). L Braddock, B Moffatt, J Milton, C Milton (sk). Division 2: Balaklava Blue v Balaklava Red at home. J McPharlin, D Anderson, C Welke, R McPharlin (sk). R May, J Lee, K Catford, R Barr (sk). R Fitzpatrick, R Greenshields, R McPharlin, K Harkness (sk). Division 2: Balaklava Red v Balaklava Blue at home. T Whittaker, N Sampson, D Beare, C Cowan (sk). L Zerk, A Barr, D Whittaker, R Hillman (sk). R McDonald, H Philp, B Philp, K Cottle (sk). Bar: D Anderson, A Barr, M Roberts. OWEN Division 1: Owen versus Wasleys at Wasleys. D Brown, P Freebairn, B Traill, N Harkness (sk). G Marshman, R Upphill, T Harkness, G Harkness (sk). B Diehl, G Bubner, K Warnes, B Parker (sk). Cars: R Uppill, D Brown, B Diehl depart at 12.40. Division 2: Owen versus Port Wakefield Gold at Owen. M Freebairn, D Hartwell, G Wandel, L Hean (sk). H Hocking, G Duncan, A Wandel, L Beaty (sk). J Robinson, C Hocking, K Gould, I Freebairn (sk).

Leaders, Riverton White lost their first match of the season at the hands of a competitive Hamley Red combination. Hamley Red won by 25 shots with two rinks up. Tarlee has slipped out of second place courtesy of their 30 shot loss to Balaklava White. The closest match of the round, though, featured Mallala White defeating Balaklava Red by a solitary shot despite having only one rink up. In other matches, wins were recorded by Balaklava Blue, Hamley White and Owen with Port Wakefield Blue receiving a forfeit. Ten sides are now covered by a spread of 16 points as the battle for top eight positions continues to intensify with only four matches left before the competition splits into Sections. This weekend’s matches may clarify the situation, but just as easily, compound the matter further. Leaders Riverton White host Tarlee. Season form would suggest that Riverton White will hold the edge in this clash. Second placed Port Wakefield Blue faces third placed Balaklava White. Little should separate these sides with a result likely to hinge on the final ends of the match. Balaklava Blue and Balaklava Red share seventh spot with two other sides. Their local derby carries extra significance as the rewards for securing a win may be a top eight finish. In the remaining matches, Owen, Hamley Red and Hamley White are expected to record wins against their respective opponents while the Wasleys – Riverton Black match is too close to call.

Division Two: 5 December 2009 – Balaklava White 80(12) (K. McPharlin 33, E. Cunningham 27, C. Milton 20) def. Tarlee 50(0) (I. Rohde 20, D. Branson 14, F. Gorey 16); Port Wakefield Blue 12(12) def. Wasleys 0(0) (Forfeit); Balaklava Blue 74(10) (R. McPharlin 34, B. Barr 20, K. Harkness 20) def. Mallala Black 66(2) (M. King 16, G. Donlon 31, K. McDonald 19); Mallala White 76(8) (G. Forrest 30, M. Moulden 22, J. Curnow 24) def. Balaklava Red 75(4) (K. Cottle 21, R. Hillman 25, C. Cowan 29); Hamley White 93(12) (A. Fyfe 30, B. Morris 35, L. Stott 28) def. Port Wakefield Gold 62(0) (A. Carslake 20, T. Sharman 20, T. Jones 22); Owen 75(10) (I. Freebairn 29, R. Hill 18, L. Beaty 28) def. Riverton Black 59(2) (R. Schulz 13, P. Gates 29, B. Prime 17); Hamley Red 84(10) (J. Tily 30, G. Schilling 21, J. Bell 33) def. Riverton White 59(2) (R. Hannaford 10, J. Glistak 30, P. Kelly 19). Division Two Standings –Riverton White 75(99); Port Wakefield Blue 62(54); Balaklava White 60(46); Hamley Red 58(42); Owen 56(8); Tarlee 54(7); Hamley White 50(51); Mallala Black 46(57); Balaklava Blue 46(5); Balaklava Red 46(-27); Mallala White 46(-33); Port Wakefield Gold 28(-43); Riverton Black 22(-122); Wasleys 22(-144). Division Two: 12 December 2009 – Wasleys vs Riverton Black, Owen vs Port Wakefield Gold, Port Wakefield Blue vs Balaklava White, Balaklava Red vs Balaklava Blue, Mallala Black vs Hamley Red, Riverton White vs Tarlee, Hamley White vs Mallala White.

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SPORT v Tennis Night tennis

Left: Tanya Greenshields uses two hands to hit a powerful forehand last Thursday night. BELow: Helen Barry, from Poodles, bends down to hit a forehand. right: Poodles’ Paul McBride hits a forehand from the baseline.

Tennis Lower NOrth

Long Plains 11-85 lost to Dalkey 13-103. Rebecca Pym 1-6 def Stacey Bell 0-2. Leah Tynan 2-6 def Sally Fritz 0-1. Alison Pym 0-0 lost to Joanne Humphrys 1-6. Kirsty Sammons 0-0 lost to Carolyn Koch 1-6. Nicole Parker 1-6 def Cassandra Bell 0-3. Paul Sharer 1-6 def Joseph Gregory 0-1. James Rundle 1-6 def George Gregory 0-0. Ross Sharer 0-0 lost to Luke Wedding 1-6. Peter Pym 0-3 lost to Richard Gregory 1-6. Ben Pym 1-6 def Sam Wedding 0-3. Karl Algar 0-1 lost to Lou Surace 1-6. Nick Algar 0-2 lost to Michael Gregory 1-6. Nantawarra 8-77 lost to Owen/Grace Plains 16-144. Kirsty Williams 1-6 def Courtney Daniel 0-1. Tammy Nicholls 1-6 def Chris Daniel 0-4. Symonn Hutton 1-6 def Cathy Harkness 0-3. Cheryl Appleby 0-2 lost to Charles Fry 1-6. Julie Krieg 1-6 def Ashleigh Williams 0-3. Travis Nicholls 0-4 lost to Brett Davies 1-6. Wade Taylor 0-0 lost to Daniel Pratt 1-6. Ashley Krieg 0-1 lost to Adam Pratt 1-6. Joshua Appleby 0-0 lost to Robert Lloyd 1-6. Jake Taylor 0-0 lost to Andrew Pratt 1-6. Tina Reid 0-0 lost to Craig Sowerby 1-6.

Lower North Juniors

DIVISION 1 Owen 6-36 def. Hamley Bridge 0-18. Robert Lloyd def Joanne Humphrys 6-3 Kieren Robinson def Cassandra Bell 6-1 Charles Fry def Claire Humphrys 6-0 Daniel Brewster def Tristan Bell 6-2; Balaklava Gold 5-31 def. Long Plains 1-10 Tate Michael lost to Ross Sharer 1-6 Luke Williams def Nick Curnow 61 Kate Cmrlec def Carissa Daniel 6-0 Casey Michael def Amy Daniel 6-3; Mallala 4-30 def. Balaklava Green 2-30 Douglas Howard def Dylan Fahey 6-5 Josh Watson def Ben Heaslip 6-5 Clare Howard lost to Ben Michael 4-6 Trent Graham def Callum Michael 6-3; DIVISION 2 Balaklava Gold 6-36 def. Hamley Bridge 0-2 Jordan Taylor def Sarah Haines 6-1 Hedley Greenshields def forfeit 6-0 Marni Greenshields def Jessica Sellars 6-0 Cody Scott def Leon Raether 6-1; Mallala 5-34 def. Long Plains 1-20 Laura Jarmyn def Riley Curnow 6-1 Brooke Wilson def Taylor Fabry 6-1 Rachel Dunstan lost to Amy Barr 4-6 Edward Parsons def Hannah McArdle 6-5; Two Wells 4-30 def. Balaklava Green 2-22 Shannen Weir def Sam VanKleef 6-4 Tegan Breen lost to Josh Appleby 2-6 Jamee Seccafien def Ethan May 6-1 Renee Seccafien lost to Hannah Hoepner 4-6; DIVISION 3 Balaklava Gold 6-36 def. Mallala 0-1 Jake Michael def Jake Tiller 6-1 Zac Scholz def Alex Howard 6-0 Gemma Freebairn def Dylan Ferris 6-0 Tash Greenshields def Levi Nemesvolgyi 6-0; Owen 4-33 def. Hamley Bridge 2-20 Jared Pratt def Amy Humphrys 6-4 Ryan Lloyd def Amy McCabe 6-1 Sophie Parker lost to Daniel Gregory 5-6 Cecily Gameau def Tom Gameau 6-1; Balaklava Green 5-34 def. Two Wells 1-16 Henry Lane def Madeleine Seccafien 6-1 Dillon Michael def Jamie Humphrys 6-1 Taylar Durdin lost to Matthew Lange 4-6 Ashleigh Williams def Rachel Hatch 6-2; DIVISION 4 Balaklava Gold 5-35 def. Balaklava Green 1-20 Todd Sholz lost to Tenneal White 5-6 Tayla Williams def Tyson Lamond 6-2 Sarah Heaslip def Toby Michael 6-0 Billy West def Kirrilly White 6-4; Balaklava White 5-32 def. Two Wells 1-16 Daniel Mumford def Tarsha Briscoe 6-1 Tom Lane def Natisha Eastman 6-4 Julius Rohrlach def Macey Briscoe 6-2 Lori Allen lost to Monica Baker 2-6. Division 1 Pts % Owen 12 100 Balaklava Green 10 80.56 Mallala 8 44.44 Balaklava Gold 6 44.44

Long Plains Hamley Bridge Division 2 Balaklava Gold 12 Two Wells Mallala Balaklava Green Long Plains Hamley Bridge Division 3 Balaklava Green Balaklava Gold Two Wells Hamley Bridge Owen Mallala

Mid north

0 0 Points 90.32 9 8 6 1 0 Points 12 8 8 2 2 2

16.67 13.89 % 68.75 50.00 52.78 21.88 16.13 % 80.56 77.78 72.22 36.67 16.67 16.67

Balaklava 11-97 lost to Clare 13-112. Melissa Moulds 0-4 lost to Sharryn Daly 1-6. Helen Barry 0-6 lost to Lisa Bennie 1-7. Pauline Hill 1-7 def Mel Wierenga 0-5. Shaz Pike 1-6 def Kate Hartmann 0-1. Angela Battle 1-6 def Brittany Daly 0-3. Terissa Smart 0-3 lost to Blake Day 1-6. Derek Friedrichs 0-0 lost to Mark West 1-6. Phil Barry 0-2 lost to Andrew Noack 1-6. Rick Lamond 1-6 def Graham Coulter -0-1. Scott McDonald 0-0 lost to Reuben Zweck 16. Andrew Holland 0-0 lost to Rhys Eldredge 1-6. Darren Scholz 1-6 def Darian Hartman 0-1. Balaklava: The Balaklava senior team played host to Clare, with the visitors calling on some fill-ins at the last minute. However the fill-ins were very handy as they inflicted the home sides first loss of the season, 13-112 to 11-97. Set scores were level after the mixed with Pauline Hill and Rick Lamond winning a close 6-4, whilst Terissa Smart and the legend, Darren Scholz, having a more comfortable 6-2 win. The duo of Phil and Helen Barry won a marathon tiebreaker, and did the usual pash, although lacking a bit of oomph after their energy sapping win. The ladies singles was also an even affair, ending three apiece, with some interesting scores. Shaz Pike and Angela Battle had good wins after both coming second in their mixed, whilst Pauline continued on her ruthless way winning a long 7-5. Helen enjoyed her tie so much she had another win in her singles, but this time wasn’t as lucky, coming second to Lisa Bennie. Top lady Melissa Moulds did better than last round, eventually going down in a great set 6-4. The mens singles saw Derek Friedrichs, Scott McDonald and Andrew Holland all have to drop their holeproofs, with Phil managing to save his with two games. Only Rick and Scholz could hold their heads up and claim bragging rights, winning in identical 6-1s. With the visitors up 10-8 heading into the straight doubles, players tried to pep themselves up. The ladies did well, winning their three, with Melissa and Helen having another tiebreaker - making three for Helen! The other four girls had slightly easier wins but still had to work for them. The men did save their pride and strides but the Clare side won all three sets, giving them victory overall -just! Derek and Phil did obtain a respectable score of four in their hard hitting set which was great to watch. Surprisingly Rick and Scott got belted, and Andrew and Scholzy did well winning three. Next week the team is off on the trek to Hilltown, preparing Friday night for the journey, with a social day in store I’m sure....

northern YP juniors

B grade: Alford 4-38 lost to Lochiel 5-36. Jan Truter 1-6 def Thomas Rowe 0-0. David Stringer 0-4 lost to Mitchell Nicholls 1-6. Emma Bruce 0-0 lost to Sarah Weepers 1-6. Sam Bruce 0-4 lost to Tegan Nottle 1-6. Heidi Bruce 0-4 lost to Amy Nottle 1-6. Jordan Bruce 1-6 def Ben Nicholls 0-1. C grade: Kadina Red 2-28 lost to Lochiel 7-46. Harley Neagle 0-4 lost to Tait Nottle 1-6. Joshua Warren 1-6 def Jess Hoepner 0-2. Lachlan Power 0-1 lost to Merridee NIcholls 1-6. Danielle Neagle 0-3 lost to Emily Bird 1-6. Daniel

Plains Producer, Wednesday December 9, 2009

A perfect night saw some long and some not-so-long matches with quite a myriad of scores! First up saw Bec Houston’s Setters defeat the unfortunate Chris Allen’s Greyhounds 4-27 to 2-21. Bec was the only original Setter with 75 per cent of her team being fill-ins, Ed Karalis, Dylan Smith and Kerrie Bell. They will all be asked again as they helped the Setters to a win! Dylan and Kerrie had a slow start going down to David Northcott and Fran Henderson, while captain Chris and Lorraine Jenner came second to Bec and Eddy. The Setters took the middle two sets and had a sniff. The lean Greyhound men Chris and David pulled out all stops to defeat Bec and Dylan in a great 5-3 set, but alas, Fran and Lorraine got done in a hard set by Kerrie and Ed. A lot of laughing was heard down at court nine from these teams, so they were obviously having fun! Suzy McDonald’s Whippets whipped Diane Gregor’s Dalmatians 5-32 to 1-17 with Diane and Chris Brownlie being the only spotty winners. However Chris and Glenda Shepherd were unlucky to lose a tiebreaker to Suzy and young Nicole Parker in a good set. Michelle Williams, playing for the incapacitated Charmaine Brown, and Suzy also won a tight 5-3 over Diane and the much improved Dee Bennett, who thought about sporting her very glam graduation frock for tennis, but decided it just wasn’t practical! The very sneaky Shaun Northcott had some good sets and has also improved, watching the ball very closely! Marie Heaslip’s Spaniels had a good win over Pauline Hill’s Pugs 4-31 to 2-19, with the Spaniels assisted by fill-in Derek Friedrichs, and once again, Don Fry. Marie and opponent Pauline featured in two tiebreakers ending one apiece. Pugs Robert Lloyd and Tania Allen just managed to save their daks against Derek and Lisa Redpath, who is playing like a possessed woman, kick-boxing anyone who gets in her way. Pauline and Geoff Gardner won their tie, and unlike last week, when Gards tried to pull a swifty for a winning kiss, Pauline obliged! The crowd went mad, and we’ve since heard, that last week when Helen supposedly backhanded Gards for a winning kiss attempt, it was only to shoo a fly and she was actually quite willing to have a winning kiss with Gards! However there were no winning kisses in the next set as Geoff and Tania had to reveal the ‘kinis in a shocking dak dropper. Pauline and Tania did better in their last set, coming second in a tie.

Robert and Geoff had a better set together but couldn’t finish off Derek and Don who were on fire! Joy Ryan’s Beagles made short work of the absent Paul McBride’s Poodles 5-36 to 1-13. The Poodles were missing Gary Wilson, making Paul the only male in the side. Thanks to Leonie Selleck for filling in for Gus, and after winning her first set with Helen Barry in a tiebreaker, was feeling pretty pleased at her efforts. But that was shortlived, as her opponent Darren Scholz, turned up the heat, and with partner Joyful, won the next in a tight 5-3 over Leonie and Julia Hoskin. That was Julia’s best score of the night, as the other two were consistent ones! The younger Joy had her measure which is normally hard to do against the consistent old girl! Paul is still favouring his calf and will be glad to have the long break after next week to recover. Helen and opponent Tanya Greenshields had an excellent battle with Tanya winning that 2-1. Beagles’ Chris Curnow was pitted against ol partner Paul and tried to make Paul run and work out that sore muscle. At least the Poodles saved their daks, but there were three big 7-1 sets which didn’t help their cause. Maybe next time! The final division one match saw super captain Andrew Lane’s Boxers defeat Marty Brice’s Mastiffs 6-35 to 0-14. Andrew and fill-in Louise Michael had a surprisingly big win over young gun Scott McDonald and Di Taylor with some very hilarious shots played which actually went completely sideways. Players were heard squealing with laughter at the other end of the courts. The older male Boxer Ray Bennett and Boxerette Helen Durdin won a marathon tiebreaker over Marty and Cherie Cmrlec. Marty and Ray continued their tight sets, with their remaining two both being 5-3s. Scott gradually improved, winning one more game in each set he played. However Andrew was playing like a superstar, intimidating Scott with his court prowess and showing he’s a force not to be messed with! The stretcher was nearly called for in the men’s doubles as Marty went for a tumble chasing down a shot, and as play continued around him, Marty, being the stud muffin he is, jumped to his feet and re-joined the rally! Marty was hoping for some special attention after that fall but there was none forthcoming at tennis, so had to wait til he got home. Cherie and Di had some good rallies with Cherie showing great poise at net. However the Boxers were just too strong but the final score doesn’t show how close the sets were. Until next week when we see if Gards tries yet another swifty and if anyone else follows in his footsteps…

stanley Cricket Results of senior B grade cricket played on December 5

Lower North vs Auburn/Mintaro Match won by Lower North Lower North Batting S.Williams ct B.Heinrich b J.Webb........ 93 J.McPharlin lbw b T.Caddy.................... 37 M.Fiegert ct T.Webb b J.Webb.............. 12 T.Williams b B.Heinrich............................ 6 M.Angel b B.Heinrich............................... 1 A.Smith Not Out.................................... 32 C.Mellier lbw T.Webb............................. 29 L.Guy ct T.Caddy b T.Webb..................... 0 T.Shepherd Not Out................................. 0 J.Butterfield........................................DNB D.Butterfield........................................DNB Extras 11 Total 7/221 Auburn/Mintaro Bowling Bowler O M W R J.Curtis 8 1 0 46 T.Webb 8 0 2 51 S.Matz 7 0 0 42 T.Caddy 5 0 1 28 L.Bruan 3 0 0 22 B.Heinrich 5 0 2 15 J.Webb 4 0 2 17

Auburn/Mintaro Batting T.Webb ct T.Williams b C.Mellier........... 39 T.Caddy ct T.Williams b A.Smith.............. 5 A.Williams lbw C.Mellier........................ 31 J.Curtis ct J.McPharlin b D.Butterfield... 55 J.Webb ct M.Fiegert b C.Mellier.............. 1 B.Heinrich lbw A.Smith.......................... 35 K.Parish ct T.Shepherd b A.Smith........... 0 N.Schonberg b A.Smith........................... 0 L.Bruhn b L.Guy...................................... 3 S.Matz Run Out....................................... 1 B.McGrath Not Out.................................. 0 Extras 11 Total 10/179 Lower North Bowling Bowler O M W R A.Smith 8 2 4 22 L.Guy 7 1 1 28 M.Angel 5 0 0 22 C.Mellier 7 0 3 28 T.Shepherd 7 0 0 42 S.Williams 2 0 0 14 J.Butterfield 2 0 0 16 D.Butterfield 1 0 1 8

Over the Net Name: Clare Howard Nickname: Clare Bear Play for: Mallala div 1 Tennis idol: Roger Federer If you could choose any tennis player to play mixed doubles with, who would it be and why? Roger Federer because he’s a good player Tennis could be improved by: Serving closer to the net

Toughest opponent: Daniel Brewster Highlight of tennis career so far: Premiership 07/08 How would your friends describe you in one word? Short What’s the best advice your parents have given you: Never give up What would be a perfect evening for you? Relaxing

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SPORT v District

Give us the action! What do we like to see as spectators of sport? We like to see action and plenty of it. Risky action. Successful action. We even sometimes like to see crashes and clashes. The windy night this week at basketball brought some of this latter action out. Dribbler reckons he saw at least five girls crash to the ground. I saw at least two unsportsman-like fouls. Quite a number of the players were quite willing. Quite a number got fouled off and quite a few should have. Most people would

Friday Night Lights Adelaide Plains Basketball Report By Three Points

have loved it because it was action. Just a couple, probably those on the end of the action, would not have enjoyed it. There is a fine line between the action we should see and the action that brings hurt and harm. The division one boys brought a few of us to our feet this week. There was quite a bit of shouting.

Tommy Halls was in fine form and along with the other Owen boys showed Mavericks they have a bit of practising as a team to do. Broncos with Ryan McPharlin and Luke Guy acting classy and sensible, showed the Bulldogs that they needed more than practise. Some of them just need to be sensible. Division one girls were equally entertaining. Kimberley Graham and Taylor Smith added to the brilliance of Brianna to enable Owen to calm the Storm.

Adelaide Plains Basketball Association

Goin’ Court side Name: Michael Olsen Height: Olly Age: 30 Height: 186cm Shoe size: 13 Team: Bulldogs Grade: Men’s division Occupation: Manager at Foodland Balaklava Favourite basketballer? Vince Carter Favourite team? Cleveland Cavs Toughest opponent/club? Balaklava

When was the last time you were fouled off? Under 14s What would you do to lift the profile of basketball in Australia? Lower the rings so little people can dunk! Hobbies other than basketball? Lawn bowls, Facebook and chasing ladies If you won $20 million in the lotto, what would be the first thing you

would do? Get the doctors to revive me from a heart attack! If you were going to a desert island, name three things you would take with you? Fishing rod, cans of coke, toilet paper If there was a front page headline written about you in the Plains Producer, what would it say? “The hermit has come out of his shell!”

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Basketball Results Brought to you by… - Supporting Local Sport Results of matches played on Friday December 4, 2008

men’s division

Div 1 Women

Eagles 43 (D.Smith 19, P.Kowalick 10, W.Hill 4) def Longies 31 (J.Matthews 19, B.Barnes 6, K.Jenkin 6). Bulldogs 29 (J.Cmrlec 15, S.Nankivell 11, M.Olsen 3) def Swaggies 26 (J.McArdle 12, H.Pym 8, D.Wilson 6). Sonics 45 (B.Michael 9, B.Catford 8, N.Olsen 8) def Meercats 34 (B.Traill 12, K.Bomford 9, A.Pratt 9). Young Guns 42 (M.Pascoe 16, D.Friedrichs 11, A.Williams 6) def Owen 25 (J.Smith 14, D.Bevan 6, B.Fritz 4). Redlegs 52 (D.Hill 24, N.Jericho 8, S.McGuiness 8) def Hawks 22 (S.Noack 11, B.Mitchell 5, K.Allen 3).

Lightning 30 (J.Koch 9, L.Michael 8, A.Wilson 5) def Redlegs 10 (A.Smith, K.Marshall 4). Long Plains 29 (K.Blackwell 16, C.Fiebig 7, J.Fiebig) def Hamley Bridge 26 (J.Klaebe 6, G.Callery 5, A.Schahinger 5). Owen 42 (S.Florence 11, J.Neilson 8, B.Wedding 7) def Bulldogs 17 (K.Williams 6, F.Tiller 5, J.Hosking 2).

division 1 Boys Owen 48 (T.Hall 13, J.Smith 12, B.Merry 9) def Mavericks 30 (L.Williams 13, J.Henderson 7, D.Butterfield 4). Broncos 41 (R.McPharlin 15, L.Guy 10, R.McDonald 6) def Bulldogs 6 (C.Ruiz 3, T.Lawson 2, Z.Zilm 1).

division 2 Boys Bulldogs 71 (M.Hill 25, J.Zilm 19, T.Williams 17) def Long Plains 3 (C.Sharer 2, K.McArdle 1). Owen 30 (won by forfeit) def Bulls 0 (team forfeit).

division 3 Boys Pistons 37 (Z.Scholz 25, J.Michael 8, J.Butterfield 4) def Bullets 17 (D.Mumford 10, C.Arbon 5, T.Scholz 2). Owen 40 (J.Dustan 16, J.Wedding 14, J.Pratt 6) def Bulldogs 27 (B.Taylor 13, T.Nottle 12, W.Angel 2).

Division 2 Women Thunder 44 (M.Veitch 20, J.Krieg 6, K.Hamdorf 4) def Redlegs 22 (K.Harrison 8, D.Slock 4, A.Trench 4). Storm 20 (won by forfeit) def Cats 0 (team forfeit).

Division 1 Girls Owen 33 (B.Wedding 13, K.Graham 8, T.Smith 7) def Storm 23 (R.McPharlin 13, E.Taylor 4, M.Veitch 4). Redlegs 63 (J.Angel 25, T.Nottle 16, K.Cmrlec 14) def Long Plains 14 (K.Taylor 10, C.Daniel 2, H.McArdle 2).

Division 2 Girls Bulldogs 42 (C.Pringle 16, D.Hosking 12, A.Williams 6) def Owen 8 (R.Fritz 4, M.Merry 2, H.Sellar 2). Suns 41 (B.Koch 27, S.Tiller 12, C.McPharlin 2) def Spurs 27 (T.White 11, T.Renshaw 8, S.Tiller 4). Pacers 45 (C.Guy 19, C.Williams 12, T.Durdin 10) def Redlegs 13 (J.Hoepner 6, N .Greenshields 4, C.Moulds 2).

division 4 Boys

Division 3 Girls

Owen 17 (T.Munzer 15, J.Roberts 2) def Sonics 14 (S.Michael 8, B.Davey 2, T.Lane 2). Bulldogs 38 (T.Moulds 14, W.Dixon 9, J.Studham 6) def Long Plains 10 (N .McArdle 4, A.Snowden 4, M.Catofrd 1).

Nuggets 20 (W.Palmer 8, S.Heaslip 6, E.Cunningham 2) def Falcons 4 (A.Allen 3, A.Sach 1). The Breezers 27 (R.Dunstan 10, K.Wedding 6, J.Heaslip 5) def Rowans 3 (G.McArdle 2, T.Sheridan 1).

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Redlegs were in scintillating form and piled on the points in their game against Long Plains. The two Kates, Taylor from Longies and Cmrlec from Redlegs, showed some silky skills again this week. Division two boys was a whitewash. One of the teams played an unregistered player while the other lost players to gastro. It puzzles Dribbler how sides who are obviously superior take the “mickey” out of the opposition. Dribbler reckons it took a lot of courage to play with a depleted side rather than forfeit. In the girl’s division two, the games were also one sided. Young Brittany Koch scored as many as the opposition and they scored quite well. Danielle Hosking and Courtney Pringle played well leading the doggy girls to a convincing win. Division three had its moments but again the games were fairly onesided. Zac Scholz was again classy for his team shooting a huge tally. Waverley Palmer was also good for Nuggets. Tom Munzer put in a match winning game for Owen in division

OWEN’S Justin Smith and umpire Craig Schahinger look on as Owen’s in-form Tommy Halls looks to pass around Mavericks opponent Daniel Butterfield during the division one boys game on Friday night. four bringing a smile to his mother’s face. Tyler Moulds was equally impressive in the Doggies win over Long Plains and I am sure his mum was equally proud. There was lots of action in the men’s division. There were a number of close clashes and they proved to be the games to watch. That was Dribbler’s opinion anyway. The youthful Dylan Smith showed the oldies in his team that they can’t just do it on their own. Redlegs ran away with their game against

Croquet mid north

November 25. After the very hot weather a pleasant match was played at Clare. The weather had effected the lawn courts but we soon got used to them. Ellie and Ruth stormed ahead for Clare making double figures. Gorgie and Nancy had a battle. Jenny found it hard to get through the hoops. Clare 30 def Balaklava 23. Clare - R Stevens 7, E Hooper 10, J Stevens 1, R Loader 12. Balaklava - N Williams 6, G Todd 7, M Hill 4, C Reimers 6. November 30. Clare held their gala day with beautiful weather and players from Port Pirie, Jamestown, Crystal Brook, Port Wakefield and Balaklava. The day was won by Ruth Loader (Clare) and Michael Dicker (Port Pirie) with Madge Simpson and Nancy Baum (Port Wakefield) runner up. December 2: Balaklava played on their home court to turn the tables on Clare with a good win. Nice to see Iris having a hit. Erika and Chris battled hard against Iris and Rob. Dulcie and Nancy kept Ruth and Jenny each end of the court, making it hard for them to get together. Jenny really found it hard to get through that first hoop, only managing to do so about 30 minutes before the game finished. She will keep at it and the hoops will come in time. Balaklava 22 defeated Clare 18. Balaklava E Engelke 2, C Reimers 4, N Williams 9, D Williams 7. Clare I Fisher 5, R Stevens 7, R Loader 5, J Stevens 1.

Golf Balaklava men

What a day! Sixty-two players, ideal weather and the course looking like a million dollars - a good many who don’t normally play the game might well be thinking of doing so after our Ham And Turkey Day last Saturday. The nature of the competition was a “two-ball best ball” Ambrose event and Merv. Hameister, ably assisted by Peter Lamont, got the big field away in an orderly fashion on a day that would belong to the potent pairing of our man Merv. again with young Jordan Wilson. Their winning score of 63 was just enough to head off a dynamic duo in Dave Rodgers and Davie Rice (63.25), with Scott Francis and Bill Lokan (64.75) coming home in third place. A tad further back in fourth were Mark Loy and Martin Bond

the hopeful Hawks who seem to have lost all form. Unfortunately Pricey and Nick Jericho both turned their ankles which will mean that the Redlegs will have to regroup. Young Dallas Hill lifted and played the game of his life so he is likely to lead them until the others recover. Matt Pascoe hit his straps and with Derek “Freddo” Friedrichs took the Young Guns to the front. Sonics had a close encounter with the Meercats.Nigel Olsen’s defence and Ben Catford’s wizardry kept Adam Pratt out

(65) with fifth place being claimed by Mike Hahesy and Tony Harvey (65). Because there were so many afield, it’s beyond this humble scribe to work ‘em all out in numerical order of achievements and as it was a social day, I should get away with this. Those who also played and thereby contributed to a truly successful event were: D. Masson/A. Henstridge (75.5), B. Thompson/A. Manuel (67.25), P. Lamont/ M. Hart (59.5?!), D. Hart/B. Barns (73.5), J. Ball/R. Thompson (68), C. Hahesy/J. Toms (69.75), L. Durdin/N. Durdin (69), J. Napper/W. Napper (68), J. Michael/C Temby (70.75), W. Parkin/T. Michael (67), D. Hayes/M. Langford (78.5), J. Taylor/D. Robinson (71.25), P. Shearer/K. Stone (66), D. Trickett/W. Berry (70), J. Pepe/W. Nagle (69.25), D. Addison/G. Easthope (70.25), B. Michael/T. White (70.75), T. Matz/J. Matz (75.25), J. Michael/C. Michael (75.75), D. Loy/P. Loy (84.5), G. Ackland/G. Tezacker (77.75), J. Ackland/ Cherie Taylor (83.75), M. Day/Connor Williams (64.25!?), G. Spence/N. Mellow (83.25), I. Michael/T. Lemon (70.25 and S. Kelly/D. Thompson (77.5). As ever, the day was made equally by the selfless efforts of those who stocked the ol’ 19th, cooked the grub and served the bevvies - again, our sincere and heartfelt thanks to every one of you. Also, it was good to see that demon golfer, Doug Taylor, out there again, if only in passing as he drove by. This Thursday should be perfect for a bit of hit and giggle in the Chicken Comp. starting at around 5-5.30pm.

Balak mid week

Mike MacCullum won Wednesday’s stableford competition with 41 points from Dene Newton 39, Gerry Toms 38, Don Anderson 36, John Curnow 35, Merv Hameister 35, Dean Trickett 35, Greg Sonntag 32, Bill Berry 31 and Rick Campbell 28. Birdies Dene Newton eight.

Hamley Bridge

Bob Ahola won Thursday’s competition with 43 points and a score off the stick that was not far off his age! Another veteran Ian Rohde was runner up with 40 points on a count back from Rex Mortimer 40pts. Other scores George Dahlitz, Ed Manning, Ross Heinze 38 (All Ball Winners). John Bell 37, Doug Cooper, Ron Smith, Dave Russell, Warren Isgar 36, Ron Collins, Colin Doudle 35, Barry Schwartz,Roger Hahn, Anton Noack 34, Len Usher, Lance Hatcher 33, Brian Cooper 32, Wally Jackson 31, Max Grasby 30, and Ian (had a bad day) Ferguson 29. Non-comp players Kieth Kluske 41, Dennis Nation 40.

and gave them the edge. The other close game was between the Swaggies and the Doggies. Jared Cmrlec was hot and in an action packed game gave the Doggies the ascendancy. Dribbler reckons the two teams to beat but who look unbeatable are found in division three. The Breezers and the Owen boys are who he is talking about. Let’s hope the other teams start to practice hard so that what appears true now isn’t in the end. More action players and it has to start at practise.

Dennis Nation missed a mention last Thursday with 45 pts. The only birdie was made by John Bell On The 18th. Saturday’s stroke round was won by Ian Goddard with a nett 61 from Ron Smith and Bert Pearce with 63. Len Usher, Wim Van Pelt 65, Doug Cooper 66, Warren Isgar 67 (all ball winners) On a count back from Bob Ahola 67. Other Scores Brian Cooper, Anton Noack, John Mitchell, Cliff Applebee 68, Ian Ferguson 69, Max Grasby 70, Roen Cameron, Dave Russell, Lance Hatcher, Barrie Zerna 71, Wally Jackson, Sandy Jackson, Rawhide Pawlak, George Dahlitz, Bob Charman 73 and Ian Telfer 78. Nearest to pins: Len Usher 4, Bert Pearce 9. Birdies: Roen Cameron 9, Sandy Jackson 14, Wim Van Pelt 4 & 9, John Mitchell 2, Ian Goddard 7 Ron Smith 14 & 17, Len Usher 4.

Shooting Lower light

Results from December 5. Range: 700m. Cyclists and Torrens Valley. A grade D Bradey 97:3. B grade C Apthomas 93:3. Sighters P Bradshaw 18:2. Handicap results D Bradey 48:3, 49 (4) 100; G Apthomas 46:1, 47:2 (9) 100; J Pinyon 46, 47:2 (7) 100; F Pinyon 47:3, 49:3 (4) 100; P Bradshaw 47:5, 48:5 (2) 97; P Gale 48:3, 46:3 (2) 96; K Sellick 48, 47:2 (2) 95; R Nicholls 44:1 42:2 (8) 94. Phoenix: A grade C George 95:3. D Clarke 92:4. Sighters C George 20:2. Handicap results: D Logos 47:2, 46:4 (18) 117; D Clarke 45:1, 47:3 (21) 116; M Challey 43:2, 48:5 (17) 115; C George 47:1, 48:2 (16) 114; C Williams 46, 47.2 (18) 113; J Samuel 43, 49:4 (16) 112; M Bialkowski 44:1, 46:2 (19) 109; E Kanick 43, 49 (16) 106; N Nagg 40; D Ovens 45. Cyclists and Torrens Valley F Class: F Open G Hutchins 164, F Standard M Heyward 171, Sighters L White 46/60. Handicap results M Williams 75, 86 (31) 192; M Heyward 89, 82 (13) 184; D Zerbe 71, 73 (36) 180; L White 78, 78 (32) 178; H Bradshaw 77, 75 (24) 176; G Hutchins 78, 86 (12) 176; C Martens 72, 77 (v) 149. Pheonix F Class: F Standard R Mousley 111. Handicap results: R Mousley 54, 57 (10) 121; D B arnard 53, 50 (15) 118; S Cowie 47, 49 (14) 110. Light River: A grade B Clark 95:7. B grade T Bickley 93:6. Sighters G Mincham 20:2.

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The series began with a practise day and training on Tuesday, December 1, and Shane’s first matches for Australia took place over the next two days, when Australia defeated South Africa and England. In his first game at the MCG against England, Shane took four for 11. The team beat South Africa at the Junction Oval by 50 runs. He then played in Australia’s winning match against South Africa on Sunday, and England yesterday (Tuesday). The final will be held tomorrow (Thursday). Shane has been a keen sportsman all his life, playing both cricket and indoor cricket, and football, although cricket is a clear favourite. He plays cricket for Riverside in the Power District cricket competition, and has played since he was about 12.

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•Ice Age–Dawn of the Dinosaurs (PG) ★ ★ ★ Family/Animated - $5 all tickets - Sat Dec 12, 6.15 pm • Is Any Body There? (M) ★ ★ ★ Michael Caine - Fri Dec 11, 2pm • My Sister’s Keeper (M) ★ ★ ★ ★ Drama Cameron Diaz, Abigail Breslin - Fri Dec 11, 8pm • Sampson & Delilah (M) ★ ★ ★ ★ Winner at Canne - Australian Drama, Bookings to this session essential - Sat Dec 12 8pm - Fri Dec 18, 8pm • Four Holidays (M) ★ ★ ★ Romantic Comedy, Vince Vaugh, Reese Witherspoon - Sat Dec 19, 8pm - Sat Dec 26, 8pm

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Tickets: •Adults $10 •Con/Stu $7.50 •Child $5 •Family tickets $25 (2 +2) extra child $2.50 3 Full Dolby digital surround sound 3 Candy bar 3 Air Conditioned BOOKINGS 8844 5175 - (between 2pm - 5pm)

Balaklava Football & Netball Club

Meet the Coach Wednesday December 16 6.30pm start 3 Light run followed by BBQ tea and drinks 3 All players & supporters welcome

For Sale

Lost

1996 Commodore wagon, automatic, good condition, XJR 707, $7,500. Phone 8527 2011.

2000 Daewoo Matiz 5 door, 5 speed, exchange motor, done 68,000 kms, new alternator, new fuel pump, new Hankook tyres, CD player, air conditioned, electric front windows, price $4,995 o.n.o. Phone 8862 2360.

Holden sedan, 2003, VY executive, excellent condition, 90,000 kms, automatic, reg no. XCR 803, new battery, 2 new tyres, $14,000. Phone 8862 2430.

Missing Monday night, black kelpie named Jack. Windsor area. Phone: 0418 289 663.

1997 Toyota Camry sedan, V6, 5 speed, white, power steering, air conditioning, exc-cond, 173,000, $7,500 o.n.o. rego WMX 753; 10 x 6 ft tandem trailer w/canopy, good condition, $3,500 o.no. rego TTT 043; Leyland boxer 6 cylinder diesel beavertail tray w/ramps, good tyres, $2,500 o.n.o. rego UEU 168. Phone 8864 2220 or 0429 642 221.

Please join us for…

A Christmas Service Of Lessons & Carols Sunday december 20 - 7pm at St Pauls Lutheran Church, Balaklava

Featuring: • Balaklava Community Choir • Emma Horwood on harp • Bal Canto • Soloist Tahlia Ries • Service to be led by pastor Jim Bryan • Donation of $5/adult to cover expenses

Coming Events

For more information please contact Pastor Jim 08 8862 1031 or Di Spence 08 8862 2113

Port Parham Sports & Social Club

Mallala/Livestock Markets Ltd

Live Band

Good Company Elvis, Buddy Holly, Patsy Cline, Cliff Richard

Saturday December 19 - 8pm H Meals from 6pm

Bookings preferred phone 8529 2211

Balaklava Traders

FREE RAFFLE DRAW Balaklava Traders free raffle draw will be held following the Christmas Pageant on

Friday December 18 • Free entry tickets available at participating traders

Thank you for supporting local business

Meet Ben Angel @ Balaklava Community Library

Thursday December 10 11am • Buy a signed copy of his book, “Sleeping Your Way to the Top in Business” • Tea & coffee provided

Balaklava Community Library

Christmas Parade Thursday December 17 6 - 9 pm at Mallala Oval

Special Entertainment Jonny Wonny • Family night of amusements • Visit from Father Christmas • Parade starts at 6pm at the Hospital • Stalls • Bring a deck chair or a rug •Dodgem cars • Food • Best Christmas decorated float • Fancy dress competition • Best decorated bike • Raffle draw • Stall holders welcome • Trippa show ride • Baby animals • Fun Conacts: Craig Argent 8527 2125 or Libby Tiller 8527 2035

Balaklava Lions Club Inc

Balaklava Christmas Pageant Friday December 18 3 Parade leaves 5.45 from High School Library 3 Prizes for: • Best float • Best Christmas Theme • Best Dressed Bike / Gopher 3 BBQ & donuts 3 FREE ice blocks & balloons 3 Father Christmas Contact Peter 8862 1063

Community Consultation Code of Practice – Access to Council Meetings & Documents The District Council of Mallala is seeking public comment in relation to the draft Code of Practice – Access to Council Meetings & Documents. A Draft copy of the Code of Practice is available for viewing at the Mallala Principal Office 2a Wasleys Road, Mallala, the Two Wells Public Library, Old Port Wakefield Road, Two Wells or Councils website www.mallala.sa.gov.au. Comments must be in writing / email and must be forwarded to Derek Lawson Derek@ mallala.sa.gov.au or mailed to Derek Lawson, PO Box 18, Mallala SA 5502 by 5pm Tuesday the December 29, 2009.

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2007 Olympic Champion 17’ 6” caravan, tandem wheel, single beds, air conditioning, oven, 80 w solar panel, smartcharger, 3 way fridge, roll-out awning and many other extras. Suit new buyer, $38,000. Phone: 8862 1805 or Mobile: 0417 881 905. 2008 Kia Rio, auto, low km’s, six months rego, air conditioning. Excellent conditioning, reg no. XSD 641, $12,500. Phone: 0419 621 557. Balaklava High School has good quality oaten hay 5x4 rolls at $65 including GST and small square tritcale hay at $5 including gst. Phone: 0417 768 303. Balaklava Tyres Pty Ltd. 34 Edith Terrace - 8862 1538. Good Quality Passenger Tyres. 175/65R14 Goodyear Duraco $75. 205/65R15 Dunlop LM702, $88. 195/65R15 Triangle $100. 195/70R14 Dunlop LM701 $105. 205/40R17 Blue Streak Stiletto $100. 235/40R18 Kumho Semi Slick $230. 235/40R18 Goodyear Eagle F1 Asym $350. One Off Sale. 215/70R15 Goodyear Cargo L/t $220. 4WD Tyres. 235/70R15 Goodyear Wrangler S/A $115. 235/70R16 Goodyear Wrangler Atr $170. 235/70R16 Goodyear Wrangler HP $230. Drop Deck Trailer Tyres. 275/70R22.5 Leao $255 Harvest Stocktake Clearance. All prices include GST . In-store fitting & balancing. While stocks last. Beef Calves heifers and steers, 1-3 months, $195$350 each. 7 Herriford steers, 3 months $275 each. Adelaide Hills. Phone 8389 1169. Camping gear - 2 burner gas stove $20. Jackaroo camp oven with 2 burners, gas bottle (never used) $80. Wild Country double bunk $50. Ring 8862 2334. CARAVAN 21 foot Heavy Duty Off Road van in showroom cond. Spacious shower, separate toilet, w/machine, aircon, patio awning, QS bed. Suit permanent living or adventure travel. Satellite TV, flat screen, DVD/radio sound system, solar power, gas/ electric HWS & fridge, full oven & stove. Only 30km since new! Save $10,000 off new van cost. Priced for immediate sale at only $59,500. YHZ375 Phone 0428 608 900 or email dcraike@bigpond.com for photo.

Chrysler PT cruiser; 2003; black; limited chrome pack; four speed auto; 11,000 km; tinted windows; twin 4 inch exhausts; paint, rust and upholstery protection. Always garaged, beautiful car, reg PTKRUZR, $18,990 o.n.o. Phone: 0412 887 040. HQ ute, runs well, body needs work with aluminium bull bar, $500 o.n.o. Phone 8862 1078. Hay, Oats and Barley in small bales - $4.50 per bale from the paddock. Delivery extra. Phone/Fax 08 8849 2115.

House - 3 bedroom, Two Wells township, large block, $287,000. Call Neil 0407 396 840 to view. Large 9 piece pine dining room setting, table 2m x 1m, good condition, $600 ono, phone 0423 395 443, or 8527 2067. Matthews Fish - 5 South Street, Port Wakefield (follow blue signs). SA king prawns and oysters available now for Christmas. Also, assorted variety of filleted fish (meal packs). Orders welcome. Phone 88671183. Miniature Fox Terrier pups for sale. Great Christmas present for kids. 7 weeks old and ready to go on Xmas Eve. 2 female 1 male. Black and White. Beautiful puppies. $200 ea Phone 0438 862 759 Motorbike KTM 250cc 2006 SX-F, awesome bike, looked after, comes with oil, new scotts goggles, gloves, stand, shift riding pants and t-shirt, and racing boots. Fantastic condition, $6000 o.n.o. Phone 8862 1131, mobile 0412 463 194. NEC 14 inch colour TV, remote, ideal for bedroom or van, $60, Phone 8862 1420. PUPPY female Shitzu cross. Eight months old. Tri colour. Regretful sale. Ph Tracey 0402 745 203. S H I P P I N G C O N TA I N ERS for sale! All sizes/ types! This weeks special: Refurbished 40GPs for $1850+gst Phone: (08) 83003121 or Email: michael.davey@tayper. com.au. Stay in the loop - keep up with Adelaide Plains news by subscribing to an online or print edition of the Plains Producer, delivered to you each week. Just phone us today on 8862 1977 or visit our website www. plainsproducer.com.au. Toyota Camry 1993, wide body exec, 5 speed, excellent condition, regularly serviced, VKN-333, $2,700 ono Phone 8528 6495. Two seater sofa as new, green fabric, $140. White 2 door child’s wardrobe with drawers inside $10, Dublin. Phone 8529 2320. Want something different for Christmas or birthdays? Why not consider homemade knives. Phone 8862 2360 or 0407 577 054 for details.

Garage Sale 19 Fisher Street, Balaklava. Saturday and Sunday 9am - 5pm. Bellie Junction. Open 7 days in the old Balaklava Railway Station. Second hand treasures. Monster garage sale - Saturday December 12 only. 8am - 4pm. Don’t enter before 8am. No birds or aviaries for sale. All sorts of assorted tools; dishes; linen; antique chest draws, 6 draws; small chest draws; large four seater lounge, excellent condition, near new; antique high chair; dolls pram; 2 single beds with mattress; 2 desks; 2 gemsets, 1 large, 1 small; oil coil heater; glass cabinet wall unit. 32 Fisher Street, Balaklava.

Wanted to Buy HORSES unwanted, top prices, cash, any types, Ph 8524 3640 or 0414 546 217. Valiants Ap to CL sedans, wagons, utes, cash for cars and parts. Ph: 0439 339 634.

Birth Bubner - Brooke and David welcome their son Ethan Prescott, born in Melbourne on Friday November 27, 2009. All well.

In Memoriam Coad - Graham 12/12/05. Four years have passed since you were tragically taken from us. A special person we can never replace. Still miss you everyday. Forever in our hearts. Marlene and family, Violet and all the Taylor family.

Return Thanks This is a message of thanks from the family of Reece Angel. Our father died at the age of 90 years, on Friday November 20, 2009, two days after being admitted to the Balaklava Hospital. Not quite fulfilling his plan to die at home in his chair watching sport on television, but not far off. Dad was determined to hang onto his independence to the very end. During the last couple of years, his physical health began to fail. He Insisted he could manage, and had to be convinced to accept help. This message of thanks is to all the people who were a part of Dad’s life during the final stage of his journey. A very special thanks to all Dad’s carers who gave friendship as well as care. You cleaned, shopped, cooked his meals and drove him to appointments, but most importantly you did your best to make his life comfortable without robbing him of dignity. Thank you to everyone who stopped by for a chat, or phoned to let Dad know you were thinking of him. Thank you to our cousins and friends who joined with us in celebration of the special events in our parents’ lives. Their birthdays, wedding anniversaries or just the pre-Christmas get togethers that helped reassure them of their continuing place within our extended family. Dad enjoyed being involved in his community. Thank you to everyone who thought enough of Reece Angel to create in his life a community of care, friendship and love.

Thank you Greg and Patsie Lowe of Hamley Bridge would like to sincerely thank everyone from near and far that helped extinguish the fire that came onto our property on Thursday December 3. Every bit of help was greatly appreciated.

Public Notice 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.

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CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Public Notice

Alteration to Load Limit Lois Lane, Mallala NOTICE is hereby given in that the Council at it’s meeting held on Monday November 16, 2009, resolved that in accordance with the provisions of Section 32 of the Road Traffic Act 1961 a load limit of 5 tonnes, service vehicles excepted, be applied to Lois Lane, Mallala effective December 7, 2009. John Tillack - Manager Infrastructure & Engineering Services

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For rent Hamley Bridge - modern, single bedroom unit with lounge, kitchen, laundry. Undercover parking, r/c air conditioning. Rent $75 per week. Equity scheme a va i l a bl e . Bo n d a n d references required. Ph 8528 2236. Close to facilities. Seniors preferred. Three bedroom cottage in Balaklava. No animals or smokers. Close to schools and shops. Short term rent $200 per week. Phone 0407 146 756.

Public Notice

Invitation to join the Share Market Club and Christmas dinner December 16, 6pm. Questions after 7pm. Join now. Rent out shares. Buy shares wholesale or trade options or sell. Short 8 weeks training $100. Sponsored no brokerage and lots more. There’s never been a better time to earn more. Learn how now. Phone 8862 1442 now.

Balaklava Christmas Fair Raffle Winners: J Stewart; J Lorenz; M Catford; R Hore; C May.

Public Notice

Party $ Bags of Ice

CASH for cans and bottles, Owen Recycling - 18 Railway Tce, Owen. Wed 10-5; Sat 10-1 or by appointment. Ph 8528 6307.

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Phone: 8862 1977

George St, Balaklava

Notice of Amendment NOTICE OF AMENDMENT TO THE NORTHERN AND YORKE NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT PLAN

Notice Under Section 33 Road Traffic Act 1961

SNOWTOWN Friday December 11, 2009 Railway Terrace East between Fourth Street and Glen Davidson Drive, Snowtown, will be closed to vehicular traffic between 4.30pm and 10.30pm on Friday December 11, 2009 for the Snowtown Christmas Carnival. Participants of this event are exempt from observing Australian Road Rules 221, 230, 237, 238, 264, 265, 266, 268, 269 and 298. BALAKLAVA Friday December 18, 2009 Edith Terrace, from Howe Street to Scotland Place, Scotland Place from Edith Terrace to George Street and George Street from Edith Terrace to Scotland Place, Balaklava, will be closed to vehicular traffic between 5pm and 9pm on Friday December 18, 2009 for the 2009 Balaklava and Districts Lions Christmas Parade. Participants of this event are exempt from observing Australian Road Rules 221, 230, 237, 238, 264, 265, 266, 268, 269 and 298. BLYTH Friday December 18, 2009 Harley Street between South Terrace and Guildford Street, Blyth will be closed to vehicular traffic between 5pm and 10.30pm on Friday December 18, 2009 for the Blyth Christmas Street Carnival. Participants of this event are exempt from observing Australian Road Rules 221, 230, 237, 238, 264, 265, 266, 268, 269 and 298. HAMLEY BRIDGE Saturday December 19, 2009 Light Street between Gilbert Street and Barry Street Hamley Bridge will be closed to vehicular traffic between 5.30pm and 10.30pm on Saturday December 19, 2009 for the Hamley Bridge Christmas Parade. Albert Street, Hospice Road and Dahlmyra Avenue will be utilized under SA Police direction. Participants of this event are exempt from observing Australian Road Rules 221, 230, 237, 238, 264, 265, 266, 268, 269 and 298. OWEN Thursday December 24, 2009 Main Street between Third Street and Railway Terrace Owen will be closed to vehicular traffic between 5pm and 9.30pm on Thursday December 24, 2009 for the Owen Christmas Eve Celebrations. Participants of this event are exempt from observing Australian Road Rules 221, 230, 237, 238, 264, 265, 266, 268, 269 and 298. For further details, contact Infrastructure Services Manager, David Hassett, Wakefield Regional Council on 8862 0800

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To ensure the Plan meets the changing environmental, social and economic needs of the region, the Natural Resources Management Act 2004 requires the Board to annually review the Business Plan. Proposed amendments The Board has reviewed the Business Plan and proposes to make the following amendments: (1) Specify the next ensuing three years as the period to which the Business Plan relates; (2) Increase the quantum of the regional NRM levy for 2010-11 to $2,570,500. This increase is consistent with the proposed 2009-10 regional NRM levy already identified In the Plan and will result in the average of the regional NRM levy payable in the region being marginally increased from approximately $37.50 to $37.80 per property; and (3) Raise funds from an NRM water levy only on water allocated for irrigation within the Clare Valley Prescribed Water Resources Area, at a rate of $1.52/kL of water allocated. The Board expects to receive funds to support the strategies and actions described in the Business Plan from a range of sources. These sources are set out in the table below and include a regional NRM levy, NRM water levy and State and Federal government funding and further detail is provided in the Plan. Funding from a number of sources is yet to be confirmed. In the event that the Board does not secure funding from these sources, the Board will re-prioritise the proposed expenditure. Proposed Income by Source Income Source

2008-09 Actual

Carry-over funds brought forward

2009-10 Adopted Plan Budget

2010-11 Estimate

$1,997,000

NRM Levies Regional NRM levy

$2,567,000

NRM water levy

$2,495,600

$2,570,500

$65,000

$67,000

$466,000

$480,000

$111,000

$116,000

$1,567,000

State Government NRM Fund

$450,000

State NRM Program

$910,000

Payroll tax refund

$95,889

Commonwealth Government Natural Heritage Trust (NHT)

$6,000

National Action Plan for Salinity and Water Quality (NAP)

$289,849

National Landcare Program (NLP)

$60,905

Caring for our Country–base funding

$1,698,000

Interest

$84,356

Other Income Fees & Charges Other Interest Total Proposed Income (including carry-over) Proposed Expenditure by Program

$84,948

$165,000

$140,670

$511,000

$200,000

$103,993

$100,000

$8,488,610

$5,480,600

$5,265,500

2010-11 Estimate

Healthy Soils Viable Water Resources Healthy Coastal, Estuarine and Marine Ecosystems Healthy Terrestrial Ecosystems Minimal Pest Impact

$747,100 $541,700 $342,700 $1,683,100 $872,100

Community Driven NRM

$1,078,800

Total Proposed Expenditure

$5,265,500

Come and meet with us to discuss the review You are invited to meet personally with Board members, NRM Groups and staff to discuss the regional NRM Plan and the proposed amendments to the Business Plan. Please feel free to attend the following public sessions; Tuesday 15 December 09 7.00 pm to 9.00 pm - Memorial Hall, Main North Road, Wilmington Wednesday 16 December 09 7.00 pm to 9.00 pm - Clare Golf Club, White Hutt Road, Clare Thursday 17 December 09 7.00 pm to 9.00 pm - Kadina Recreation Centre, Doswell Terrace, Kadina A copy of the proposed amendments to the Business Plan can be obtained from the Board’s website at www.nynrm.sa.gov.au or you can call the Board on 8636 2361. Written submissions in relation to the proposed amendments must be submitted to: The General Manager Northern and Yorke Natural Resources Management Board PO Box 175, CRYSTAL BROOK SA 5523 Submissions must be received by 5.00 pm Monday 22 January 2010. Copies of any submissions received by the Board will be forwarded to the Minister for Environment and Conservation for his consideration.

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NYKNRM011140

Temporary Road Closure

Natural resources management is the integrated and sustainable management of our natural resources. At the cornerstone of efforts to effectively manage the natural resources of the region is the NY NRM Plan. The Plan, which was adopted by the Minister for Environment and Conservation on 6 May 2009, guides the implementation of all natural resources management programs and policies in the region. The Plan includes a Business Plan titled ‘Volume C’ that identifies the Board’s proposed expenditure and the resources that the Board expects to require for the 2010/11 financial year.

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CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING

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Situations Vacant

APPLICANT’S NAME: R L & KA HENNIG N at u r e O f T h e Development: Horse Keeping (22 horses), associated paddocks, yards and shelters with storage areas and landscaping SUBJECT LAND: 100, D a y Ro a d , Re e v e s Plains, Hundred of Port Gawler CT: 5852/393 ZONE: Farming

General

The application may be examined at the Offices of the Council located at 2a Wasleys Road, Mallala during normal business hours and any person or body affected may make relevant rep re s e n t a t i o n s i n writing concerning this application to reach the District Planner at 2a Wasleys Road, Mallala not later than December 24, 2009. Each person making a submission should indicate whether that person wishes to appear personally or be represented by another party before the Council 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: RS Semrau Development Assessment Officer Date: December 9, ‘09 THIS IS THE FIRST AND ONLY PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

New Listing Required Your Property May Suit

40 SECOND ST OWEN

As new 4 bedroom home.

$239,950

Great opportunity to acquire this 12 month old home. It’s all done for you so just move in. A large lounge living area complements the kitchen and dining area and the modern convenience of an en-suite and walk in robe are a huge feature of this home. Also making this an exceptional plan is the 3 way family bathroom and fully tiled laundry. The reverse cycle split system air conditioner supplies all year round comfort to the home. The all new floor coverings & the front and rear decking is also a big bonus. A large carport with roller doors provides a secure parking spot for your vehicles. The gardens consist of an easy care type with the rear gardens watered by the bio cycle system. Excellent value and should be inspected today.

60 Railway Tce. Balaklava

$175,000

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ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT

Applications are invited for a part-time administration position in a busy Accountants Office.

Satellite Pay TV Subcontractors Needed • Do you want to be a Subcontractor – Installing Satellite Pay TV in the Port Wakefield area? • Have you always wanted to work for yourself but worry about how you will find the work? • Do you place high emphasis on providing quality customer service and take pride in your work? • Would you like to receive free AUSTAR? If you’ve answered yes to these questions then read on! At Access Television Services (ATS) we coordinate the work of over 600 subcontractors nationally who install Satellite Pay-TV for our client, AUSTAR.

Adelaide - Rundle Mall Plaza Newsagency

Duties will include – front office reception and general office administration.

ANGLE VALE - Angle Vale Newsagency - Virgara Fruit & Veg

Sound knowledge of computers is essential and pre vious exp erience in MYOB, Quickbooks and Phoenix would be an advantage.

Auburn - Auburn Welcome Mart - Auburn Roadhouse and Deli Balaklava - Balaklava Newsagency - Free Choice, Balaklava - The Plains Producer Blyth - Page's Deli

Applications close 5pm January 8, 2010.

Brinkworth - Brinkworth Deli & Takeaway

Coordinator

Clare - Clare Newsagency

Community Aged Care

Previous experience in either free-to-air installations, electrical, electronics, telephony and video tuning or cabling will be an advantage, but not essential.

0.6 Wakefield Plains Regional Office (Balaklava)

DUblin - Dublin General Store - Dublin Fuel Station

CHAP is a not for profit organisation that provides a range of in home support services to the frail aged, the younger disabled and their carers.

Please email or fax your resume to: recruiting@accesstv.com.au, or fax to (07) 5582 5283, quoting REF:SAA042, by December 17, 2009.

Gawler - Gawler Newsagency - Adelaide Road Newsagency

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated, dynamic and committed person to join our staff in Balaklava. As a valued member of a highly skilled team, your primary role will be to coordinate individual care packages of varying complexity for older people who have a commitment to remain living in their home.

Hamley Bridge - Hamley Bridge Newsagency

Preference will be given to applicants who have expertise in: • case management/coordination • an understanding of service models that support older people who wish to remain living in the community • empathy with older people • experience with Microsoft applications and data entry.

Real estate

Balaklava

Takeaway / Convenience Store Fantastic opportunity - Business & Freehold for sale under Trustee’s instructions In the CBD of Balaklava – iconic business that dominates its competition. Includes 2 shop fronts, a 2 bedroom adjoining house, large rear yard suitable for parking and deliveries. A take-away/convenience store; with DVD hire, SA Lotteries and Ice franchises supplementing its delicatessen/fast-food lines. A profitable business trading 7 days a week with ample scope for further improvement. Strong patronage and premier location – too good an opportunity to miss. Under Trustee instructions - must be sold. Sale by Expressions of Interest: Closing at noon, Friday, December 18. (p): Kym Stone: 0423 308 010 or (e) kstone@raywhite.com

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Big Results 5 SECOND ST. OWEN

Adrossan - Adrossan Newsagency

2 to 3 days per week, flexible hours, to commence in February 2010.

Apply in writing to: The Manager 6 Masters Street RIVERTON SA 5412

You will need the following: • Computer with email and internet access • Clean & Safe work vehicle and tools • Attend a one week training course • National Police Check • If working in NSW, you will need a valid OH&S Construction Card

RLA205501

Is available Wednesday at the following 44 great locations…

$295,000

Fully renovated 3 or 4 bedroom home with features galore. The charming timber kitchen really enhances the home and polished timber floors throughout add flair and originality. The magnificent high ceilings are a feature and the fully tiled bathroom and separate toilet in heritage colours also add to the appeal. The master bedroom has a built in flat screen tv. A small but unique sunroom overlooks the manicured back yard with inground pool and two entertaining areas. All of this and ducted reverse cycle air conditioning leaves you wanting nothing. There is a huge separate fully air conditioned family or games room. Also a home of this quality would not be complete without the shed or workshop with power connected and concrete floor. All of this is set amongst a picturesque easy care garden and the property is beautifully presented.

22 George Street • Balaklava 5461 phone 8862 2172 • fax 8862 1280 www.realestate.com.au/agents/buttterfield

Kadina - Kadina Newsagency Kapunda - Kapunda Newsagency

Skills and experience in a Human Service environment will be highly regarded.

Kulpara - Kulpara Laser Lec

Remuneration is at SACS Award, Level 4 including the ability to Salary Package. An Enterprise Agreement is in place.

Lochiel - Simmonds Garage

A Job & Person Specification can be obtained from Kerry Harding on 8562 4177 or kerry.harding@chap.org.au or visit www.chap.org.au

Owen - Owen Store Mallala - Mallala IGA - Mallala Trading Co - Bellies Takeaway

Closing date: Monday 21st December 2009. Please direct enquiries and applications to Louise Bach, Team Leader, 16 Wallace Street, Balaklava 5461 or louise.bach@chap.org.au

Manoora - Manoora Takeaway

Country Home Advocacy Project Inc.

Moonta - Moonta Newsagency Port Clinton - Port Clinton Store Port Wakefield - Pt Wakefield Newsagency

Volunteer Support Ranger

Price - Price General Store Roseworthy - Roseworthy Roadhouse Riverton - Riverton Newsagency

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT AND HERITAGE (DEH) CLARE, NORTHERN & YORKE REGION Full Time, Ongoing Vac No: 8395/2009 $54,974 – $57,514 p.a. (OPS4)

Saddleworth - Saddleworth IGA SNowtown - Snowtown General Store Tarlee - Tarlee Post Office

DEH is committed to providing improved guidance and direction for volunteers, through better integration and greater alignment of volunteer effort with Departmental priorities; and providing its volunteers with a high-level of support. The Volunteer Support Ranger identifies opportunities for volunteer involvement by matching volunteers with activities, ensuring that they are integrated into Regional and District programs, and also has a role in contributing to the protection of natural and cultural resources.

Two Wells - Two Wells BP - Two Wells IGA - Two Wells Snack Bar Virginia - Virginia Classic Cafe - Virginia Nursery - Liberty Service Station Watervale - Watervale General Store Wallaroo - Wallaroo Newsagency

Enquiries to: Mr Craig Nixon, email craig.nixon@sa.gov.au or ph: 8841 3452. Application Information: Available at www.environment.sa.gov.au/deh/vacancies or email dehjobs@sa.gov.au or ph: 8204 1898. Applications Close: 5.00pm 25 December 2009.

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ENVHER012395

DISTRICT COUNCIL OF MALLALA 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 C AT E G O RY 3 DEVELOPMENT has been lodged with the Council for development assessment. Details of the a p p l i c a t i o n a re a s follows:DEVELOPMENT NO: 312 / 194 / 2009

DEVELOPMENT ACT 1993 DISTRICT COUNCIL OF MALLALA 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 C AT E G O RY 3 DEVELOPMENT has been lodged with the Council for development assessment. Details of the a p p l i c a t i o n a re a s follows:DEVELOPMENT NO: 312 / 242 / 2009 APPLICANT’S NAME: A T LYNCH N at u r e O f T h e Development: Shed (21 x 14 x 4.2 metres wall height) for storage of 2 trucks & associated amusement rides on 2 trailers & landscaping SUBJECT LAND: LOT: 74, 69 Tatura Avenue, Two Wells, Hundred of Por t Gawler, CT: 6033/43 ZONE: Rural Living 2

RLA 150881

DEVELOPMENT ACT 1993

Situations Vacant

Wasleys - Wasleys General Store

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Power cuts Glenn – but return tipped Balaklava footballer Glenn Dawson has been delisted from Port Power so the club can have a pick in the December 15 AFL pre-season draft. Dawson was picked up by Port Adelaide in the 2008 national rookie draft, but has spent most of 2009 in the Woodville/West Torrens Reserves’ side.

Unfortunately a recent case of glandular fever has impacted on the talented forward’s preseason form. Although he is yet to play an AFL game for the Power, the club is expected to re-list him as a rookie. “We felt we needed to have an earlier pick in the draft, so

unfortunately someone had to be delisted and Glenn was the player,” said Port football operations manager, Peter Rohde. However, Rohde said they were interested in redrafting him, and Glenn would continue to train with the club. Glenn was unavailable for comment.

HOT SUMMER’S NIGHT

Olivia’s AIS scholarship

Flying Pig, a 1961 Holden EK won best graphics in show 'n' shine.

Time to get down to earth.

RE LE AS E2

The first ever Mallanats proved a huge success on the weekend, attracting 120 competitors before a strong crowd. The Mallala Performance Nationals followed the success of the burnout competition, and included burnouts, a track cruise, dash for cash, show ‘n’ shine, extreme entry, power skid, go to whoa, and Dyno challenge. Between events, there was plenty of entertainment by D R Motorcycle Stunts. Organisers hailed the event a huge success, with enquiries already flowing in for next year’s Mallanats.

Balaklava’s Olivia Thompson is one of eight to be awarded a basketball scholarship with the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS). The scholarship winners were selected following a thorough talent identifiation and recruitment process. AIS women’s basketball coach, Phil Brown, said he was excited about the talent and potential athletes recruited for 2010. “We have outstanding athleticism and we will be able to play an up-tempo style of game,” he said. He welcomed Olivia’s inclusion in the AIS squad saying, “Olivia Thompson is a versatile player and can play a number of positions with her inside-outside capabilities.”

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BURNOUT winner Daniel Lochyer smokes up the Mallanats in his 1974 Ford Cortina. PHOTOS: Johanna Fisher

Plains Producer, Wednesday December 9, 2009