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Most local schools are performing below average when it comes to reading, writing, spelling, grammar and punctuation, and numeracy. That’s the results of data gleaned from the controversial new Federal government website www. myschool.edu.au The website was swamped with hits when it went live last week. The Plains Producer accessed the website to discover many local schools were “in the red” or below average, with just a few performing above average. The results are compiled from the National Assessment Program - Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN). Statistically similar schools are determined by comparing 16 social factors, including school location, income of parents, the number of indigenous students and others. In the green was Auburn Primary School, with most results above average and some average. In Balaklava, the primary school showed all below average results, as did the high school. Horizon Christian School showed a balanced mix of above, below and average results. Balaklava High School principal, Mark Healy, said the information on the website was nothing that wasn’t already available through the school’s annual report.

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With his life! BRINKWORTH man Mick Hahn fell from a jetty at Port Hughes and nearly drowned. Son Angus played a part in his rescue. Read this amazing fishing tale on Page 3.

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“Generally it provides a snapshot of aspects of the school and school community,” he said. “It certainly doesn’t provide anything new that we didn’t know before, and it doesn’t provide anything that we don’t publish in our annual report.” Mr Healy said he echoed the concerns of others who believed it could lead to the formation of ‘league tables’. “It is open to that sort of treatment and because it is really simplistic it gives a little bit of information but doesn’t actually tell the real story about what’s going on in any school,” he said. “I hope and trust the community is clear thinking enough to understand that.” At Mallala Primary School, year seven students outperformed similar schools in nearly all areas, but other grades were below or average. Mallala Primary School principal, Carmine Cafasso, said it was clear many parents were interested in the results comparison, but caution should be taken. “There’s a danger in looking at it to simplistically, and it then puts pressure on the schools and teachers to teach to the test because the results are deemed to be so important,” he said.

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Wounded by the web At Snowtown, results were average or below average, and Two Wells and Virginia primary were an even mix of above, below and average. Results for Tarlee primary school were not available. Locally, 25 per cent of Plains Producer web poll respondents said they would check the website when considering which school to choose for their child. Parents could soon have more involvement in the website, with Federal government announcing parents could be asked to help rank the performance of their child’s school. Prime Minister Kevin Rudd announced he

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would make the website more comprehensive if Labor was re-elected, to include information on bullying and safety measures, classroom innovation and local community participation, as well as including data from parent surveys. Parent Katrina Ebsary, who sends her children to Snowtown Area School, said she hadn’t had the chance to look at the website yet but planned to. She has mixed opinions about the website and while she believes parents should know how a school is performing, Katrina worries disadvantaged kids may be pressured, and teachers could concentrate their studies to conform to the site. “It wouldn’t necessarily be a deciding factor in the country, but definitely in the city as there are a lot more options,” Katrina said. Bronny Masters, who

SNOWTOWN parent Katrina Ebsary with her children Skye, Tahlia and Deegan. has students in reception and year 11 at Snowtown Area School, said she was yet to look at the website but thought it was a good idea. With the family soon to move to Crystal Brook, she plans to investigate just how the schools were performing in their new town. However, Bronny said it wasn’t a deciding factor. “Out here you don’t really have much choice,” she said.

BRONNY Masters will use the Myschool website to investigate how schools are performing in Crystal Brook, where she will soon become a resident.

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State Health Minister, John Hill, has welcomed new figures showing South Australia leads the way on several important benchmarks, including the highest health spending per person, highest number of nurses, dentists and rural GPs per population and the longest average lifespan for both men and women. But in a lengthy report last week on the state’s health, he made only a brief reference to country health. The report found South Australia’s spending on recurrent health and in public hospitals was higher per person than the Australian average, and the ratio of nurses to people was equal highest in the nation. SA also had the highest availability of GPs in rural locations,

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with 93.1 full time workload equivalent GPs per 1000 people. The Australian average was 81.3 per 1000. Mr Hill said South Australia’s spending on health had doubled since the Mike Rann led Labor was elected to now total more than $4 billion a year. •Meanwhile, the Australian Democrats have called for more funding for outer metropolitan and country health services. Legislative Council candidate Jeanie Walker said the party believed the Royal Adelaide Hospital should be retained and upgraded. “The money State government has set aside for a new hospital in the city should instead be spent on upgrading the RAH and provid-

ing more outer metropolitan and rural/regional health services,” she said. Talk of another hospital within the city could not be justified. “The RAH can and must be upgraded so it is always in step with modern health, nursing and medical standards,” Ms Walker said. “Regrettably, the State government is intent on increasing the population of the metropolitan area by more than half a million over the next 25 years, particularly at the northern and southern ends of the urban sprawl. “Yet the Gawler, Mount Barker, Noarlunga and Victor Harbor hospitals are not large enough to cope with the projected population increase in those areas.”

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• From Page 1 Blyth Primary School had a mixture of above, below and average results, while Brinkworth Primary School’s results were said to be below average in all but one area. Hamley Bridge was mostly below average, with just four results being average and one above. Owen Primary School’s results were substantially below average, and Riverton primary was mostly average or below average. Riverton and District High School results were below average, and Saddleworth Primary students performed at the average in nearly all areas.

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Mick lives to tell the tale Son Angus helps out after fall from jetty A Brinkworth man has spent the last two weeks not only thanking his lucky stars, but a mystery rescuer who found him washed up on a Port Hughes beach. Mick Hahn was on a fishing trip with his 11-year-old son, Angus, on Friday, January 22, when the near tragedy occurred. Events which led to Mick’s rescue are still being pieced together and how Mick didn’t drown remains a mystery. Mick, who admits his memory of the incident is clouded, said he went for a walk after dark on Port Hughes jetty and could have slipped, hitting his head and falling into the water. Just how he survived the next three hours is not known, but Mick said he can only be thankful he’s alive and did not think too much about what could have happened. Dazed, he says he thinks he drifted 3km down the coast, before he was found, possibly by an American tourist, who Mick thinks contacted police and ambulance officers who resuscitated him on the beach. He was taken to Moonta Hospital and was airlifted by Royal Flying Doctor to the Royal Adelaide Hospital, suffering from hypothermia and hypoglycaemia. SA Police Yorke Operations senior sergeant, Martin Bazeley, said police records showed officers attended early in the morning after a naked man was found thrashing about in the shallows. The officers called

FISHING still is very much part of family life for Mick, Angus and Barbara Hahn at their Brinkworth home. – PICTURE: Lisa Redpath.

By Bronte Hewett for an ambulance but it couldn’t negotiate the beach, so they transported a paramedic to the scene in their 4WD. The officers then took Mick and the paramedic to Moonta Hospital. Mick, still shaken by the horrific experience, said the first thing he remembered was in the Moonta Hospital. “I came to, and wondered ‘what am I doing here’,” he said. “It was a scary feeling.” The last thing Mick remembers was packing up the van and going for one last walk on the jetty before he went to bed. Mick’s wife, Barbara. who was at work when she found out at 9.55am,

arrived at the hospital at noon. Angus had woken at 5.30am, and was surprised to not find his father in their van. Eventually, he went down the main street and found a police officer. Barbara said the policeman, noticing Angus had the same haircut as the man on the beach, went to the van with Angus and found Mick’s keys and wallet. Barbara said Angus acted with “maturity and bravery” through the ordeal. While the family is exhausted and still recovery from the shock, Barbara said she wants everything to be normal for her little boy.

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“Angus is 11 going on 21, he’s been a real hero in this whole story,” Barbara said. She also said the level of support from the police and nurses was overwhelming. “The nurses were lovely, and there were two wonderful officers who need praise,” “Police have a hard job, and they don’t get praised enough,” she said. So far, the family has not been able to get in contact with the American tourist who found Mick. “If it wasn’t for this man, my husband wouldn’t be here,” Barbara said. The family also said the support from friends was outstanding, in particular Barbara’s boss, who was willing to close the business until she

was fit enough to work again. Speaking of the trauma, Mick still found an upside to take away

from the fateful trip. “Prior to that, we had bagged out on the jetty,” he said. Barbara joked

her husband’s passion for fishing must have led him to grow gills, for him to have survived.

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The State Liberal Opposition claims South Australia public schools will be able to operate with more autonomy reflecting the needs of their local communities, should the Liberal party come to power after the March election. Launching part of the State Liberal education policy last week, Opposition Leader, Isobel Redmond, said a Liberal government would give principals at SA public schools together with school governing councils the ability to manage the school budget to target education areas they identify as priorities. “Each local public school should be in the position to cater for the educational needs of the children from its local community,” Ms Redmond said. “The ‘one size fits all’ model which the Rann Labor government has thrust onto school communities has failed. “Parents are voting with their feet, exiting the neglected public system en masse to the private education system believing it will provide them with a closer involvement in

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the development of a quality education for their children. “Self-management of local community schools backed-up with professional guidance and advice when required will motivate principals, teachers and parents together with the wider community to ensure that children in the public school sector receive the education and resources they need.” The party claimed it would give principals and their governing councils more control of: •Curriculum implementation •Teacher recruitment •Administrative control of school budgets •And specialist programs e.g. numeracy and literacy, special needs education/disability Ms Redmond said the need for change was urgent. “SA public schools together with the community must be in a position to map their own course,” she said. “The SA public education system will be returned to their communities under a Redmond Liberal government.”

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Dublin Dublin History Group and Port Parham Sports and Social Club invite stall holders for the ninth annual Strawberry Fete on Sunday, February 28. Call 8529 2028 to register your interest. •Bingo will be held at the Dublin Institute tomorrow night, Thursday February 4. Come along for a good old fashioned time, at 7.15pm, for eyes down at 7.30pm. Owen Owen Hall Committee will meet on Monday, February 8 at the Owen Hall, at 8pm. •Thursday night social tennis will start in Owen tomorrow, February 4. Cost per player is $2, with games to commence at 7.30pm. Players are asked to be there by 7.15pm. Further information, phone Rodney on 0438 280 589. •A small group of the Adopt-aTown Committee will be heading to Callignee, Victoria at the end of this month. The group will return having a much better idea of how they can help the bushfire victims a year after the dreaded Black Saturday. Kapunda An exhibition called “Le Cheile” will be show cased at the Kapunda Community Gallery until February 28. Le Cheile, meaning “being together,” is an international exhibition that has been created from a WelshIrish collaborative project. Issues of the land, language, place and the sense of home and belonging are explored in this fascinating exhibition. The gallery is open daily 10am to 4pm, and is located above the library, corner of Main and Hill Streets, Kapunda. It is air conditioned, has access for the disabled and admis-

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Avon The 2009 Christmas display held at the Avon Hall was a big success, with visitors from as far as Maitland and Adelaide. The theme was ‘Traditions and Customs from Around the

The Shamus Liptrot charity dinner and auction night on Friday February 12 is set to be a sellout. With band Nuts, Bolts and Washers kindly donating their time to the event, the evening will continue late into the night, with entertainment everyone can enjoy. Doors open at 5.30pm, and dinner is served at 6.30pm. Guest speaker Mark Ricciuto takes the stage at 7.30pm, followed by a small auc-

How pleasant it was to read the Plains Producer (Thursday, January 28). So many articles on worthy people receiving awards and recognitions for their services to their community. We also recognise those who maybe didn’t receive an award are no less important. The article on Gil Wildman by editor Terry

tion and a comedy act at 8.40pm. The line up of comedians is Anthony Lamond (compere) Jamie Hill, Rod Gregory, and Steve G. At 9.35pm the main auction starts, followed by Nuts, Bolts and Washers at 10pm. Auction items include signed guernsey, Stuart O’Grady signed shirt, grain cartage, pavlova, snapper and much more. Organisers ask for tickets to be paid by Friday February 5, due to a waiting list. Williams must certainly be mentioned, what a busy and successful man Gil is. Good onya mate. Also, the article on the housing plan for Hamley Bridge sounds very interesting and if it goes ahead what a boost it will be for the whole area. Credit where credit is due – great edition. Jill Lawrie, Kadina Family First candidate for Goyder

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•The first exhibition in 2010 at the Courthouse gallery will be works by Ella Wilkins, her daughters and her grand-daughters. It is called “Ella and girls”, and will run from February 11–March 21. The exhibition features a range of works from 92–year old Ella from Balaklava and her daughters and grand–children from Adelaide. Open Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays, 2pm–4pm.

Balaklava’s Mill Court senior citizens’ home has received a new electric bed donated by Balaklava Lions. Pictured officially handing over the bed is Balaklava Lions president Kossie Chegwyn, (left) with Mill Court CEO, Graham Ackland and Sharon Svetec, Mill Court registered nurse.

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Shotgun threat in liquor shop robbery Virginia

• Staff at a Virginia liquor shop were threatened with a shotgun during an armed hold-up on Sunday. A man armed with the gun entered the shop on Old Port Wakefield Road just before 1pm, threatening staff before stealing the cash drawer. He placed the drawer into a pink environmental shopping bag before fleeing in a vehicle, possibly a silver sedan with tinted windows. The man was described as being about 170 centimetres tall, wearing a white hooded jacket, a baseball cap and sunglasses. No-one was injured during the incident. The same man is believed to have been involved in three other robberies at Pooraka and Virginia in the last week. Anyone with information is asked to contact BankSA Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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• Two women were left terrified following a home invasion at Virginia last Friday. Three men forced their way into a house on Old Port Wakefield Road at about 5.20am while the two female occupants were asleep. The trio demanded money, stealing a purse containing cash, a black HP computer, a mobile phone and a bag of school books. It is alleged one suspect hit a bedroom wall three times with a metal pole, causing minor damage. The three were wearing dark clothing, with one having light attached to his head and the other wearing a balaclava. It is believed they left the scene in a vehicle but police do not have a description of the vehi-

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• A man was air lifted to Adelaide with serious injuries after a car and a fuel tanker collided north of Port Wakefield on Monday morning. The accident occurred about 8am on Highway One, eight kilometres from the town. The driver of the car, a Whyalla man, was trapped in the vehicle for some time and treated by paramedics at the scene before

being taken by helicopter to an Adelaide hospital. The man suffered multiple fractures and other non-life threatening injuries as a result of the crash. The truck driver was taken by ambulance to the Lyell McEwin Hospital. His injuries are believed to be non life-threatening. Traffic was detoured for several hours while police investigated the accident.

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• A 20-year-old Owen man was arrested on Monday afternoon for an outstanding warrant after failing to appear in court. He will be issued another court date. • A 48-year-old Balaklava man was arrested last Thursday

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While the former council and community arts storage shed may have been moved from behind the Balaklava CFS station to make way for improvements to the station, it appears it will be some time before further work starts. Region Two coordinator John Hutchins said there was still a significant planning process to go through. “We’re going through some planning processes with the type of station,” he said. “Until it goes through the full planning process through CFS, to a couple of government departments for planning approval and then goes back to council, we don’t start a works schedule. Then we’ll do the works

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• Three spools of copper wire were taken from a sub-station construction site at Clare overnight on Monday. The wire was valued about $18,000. • A 23-year-old Clare man was arrested last Wednesday for allegedly committing property damage. He was bailed to appear in Clare Magistrates Court.

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Hamley Bridge police arrested a 19-year-old Balaklava man on Saturday morning for an outstanding warrant. He was taken to Elizabeth and given another court date.

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Parham road clarification

The driver of a vehicle involved in an accident at Port Parham last year was charged with driving with undue care. He has not been charged with drink driving as was implied in last week’s issue of the Plains Producer in a report on Page 13, which referred to District Council of Mallala examining road safety options for Port Parham.

Wakefield Regional Council will take legal action against a person allegedly using a shed in the Avon township for the wrecking of vehicles. Council deemed it inappropriate for the wrecking of vehicles to occur within a Settlement Zone, and first advised the owner of this in 2003. Since then, the owner has begun operating a wrecking yard, and despite several attempts by council to urge him to cease, it continues to operate. Council last week voted to commence proceedings against the owner for the unauthorised land use and to recover reasonable costs and expenses of council.

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To capture your vision for One Tree Hill design charrettes will be held at:

Virginia Horticulture Centre (Grow SA) Old Port Wakeﬁeld Road, Virginia

Angle Vale Primary School Heaslip Road, Angle Vale

One Tree Hill Institute Blacktop Road, One Tree Hill

Session 1 (input and ideas): 8 February from 6pm–9pm

Session 1 (input and ideas): 10 February from 6pm–9pm

Session 1 (input and ideas): 11 February from 6pm–9pm

Session 2 (presentation and reﬁnement): 22 February from 6pm–8pm

Session 2 (presentation and reﬁnement): 24 February from 6pm–8pm

Session 2 (presentation and reﬁnement): 25 February from 6pm–8pm *nibbles and drinks will be provided at all sessions

The BLUEPRINT project is about the future development and character of three townships in the City of Playford region – Virginia, Angle Vale and One Tree Hill. With your input, we will develop a practical planning strategy to guide the future sustainability of these three townships. There is a need to ensure that appropriate infrastructure and services are available to residents.

The future development of Virginia, Angle Vale and One Tree Hill is of critical community interest. Your views will be taken into account in developing the master plan for these townships. Council isn’t the only one making the decision. We need your input. Have your say and work with us to design the future of your township!

The design charrettes are a hands-on public workshop bringing together people from various backgrounds (community members, designers and project staff ) to explore design options for Virginia, Angle Vale and One Tree Hill. They are a fun and innovative way for community ideas to be generated while designers sketch to capture these ideas to express the values and vision of the community.

For more information on BLUEPRINT please contact the Community Engagement Ofﬁcer, City of Playford, on 8256 0333 or visit www.playford.sa.gov.au 6 www.plainsproducer.com.au 5697 CPL Blueprint Bynyip.indd 1

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NEWS v District

Balaklava to bid for racing funds

Balaklava Racing Club is hopeful of receiving a share of $1 million in funding for capital projects. Thoroughbred Racing SA announced the funding earlier this week, inviting all clubs to apply for funding towards projects that improve the occupational, health and safety standards of their facilities; upgrades to on-course facilities

in line with consumer expectations and industry standards; and projects to upgrade training and racing facilities. Racing club chief executive officer, Doug Hall, said the club had some projects in mind and would decide what to submit at tomorrow’s (Thursday’s) committee meeting. “The highest priority project we’ve got will be to continue our

paving in front of the marquee area,” Mr Hall said. He said this was vital to make the club accessible for those in wheelchairs and to meet OH&S requirements. It will also make it easier for the club when setting up marquees for race days. Mr Hall said the club was relatively up to date with its capital

works, but was also likely to submit a project to improve the watering system. TRSA chief executive, Jim Watters, said the $1 million being provided by TRSA in its 2010/2011 budget was a 100 per cent increase on the available funds in the current financial year and a fivefold increase on the $200,000 made available the previous year.

Garden upgrade

Federal Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion, officially opened more than $4.1 million of projects in the Light Regional Council area, funded through the Federal government’s Economic Stimulus Plan. Amongst many in the area, Kapunda Memorial Gardens “water wise” upgrade received $46,250 for drought tolerant plants and irrigation systems. A further $40,000 went to the restoration of Kapunda swimming pool. Pictured cutting the ribbon to officially open the upgrade at the gardens are (from left) mayor Robert Hornsey, Rory Zilm, Roland Davies, team leader, horticulture, Cr Bill Carrick, deputy mayor, Nick Champion, Cr Ron Kubisch, Cr Deane Rohrlach, Cr Jane Alcorn.

Land sales help budget Wakefield Regional Council has sold a second parcel of land. The sale of a piece of land on Roberts avenue, Balaklava, combined with the sale earlier in the financial year of a property on Second Street, Owen, means council has exceeded its budgeted income from sales of $100,000. Some of this excess has already been spent on new steps for the Ralli Park grandstand, which totalled more than $11,000. Council chief executive officer, Phil Barry, said he was in discussions with ward councillors to determine what should be done with the remaining excess funds.

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agreed to purchase a portion of land between the Port Wakefield CWMS holding dam and the Balaklava road. Council purchased the land to ensure it was always able to access the CWMS facility.

Bridge damage

Council is investigating its options to repair a bridge damaged by a vehicle. The bridge is one of three bridges on Kybunga Top Road, heading south from the Lochiel to Clare road. All were assessed by engineers in 2007, and as a result, a load limit was placed on one. However, a vehicle has impacted the guard rail on the second bridge, dislodging it, which broke away

the footings and anchor points from the deck of the bridge and lifted the guard rail posts from the adjacent batter. Council is awaiting the advice of engineers, and infrastructure services manager, David Hassett, said options could include creating a one way carriage way for alternate traffic flow; widening the current structure and forming or installing a floodway structure; or replacing the structure. In the meantime, Mr Hassett said council proposed to consider creating a one way carriageway at minimal cost. The owner of the vehicle that caused the damage has contacted council to advise of their insurance details, but Mr Hassett said a claim could only be made to repair the bridge to its previous condition, not to a totally upgraded structure.

“The funding we are making available underlines our commitment to growing the industry across the State by assisting clubs to undertake projects that not only address Occupational Health and Safety issues or have the potential to significantly improve their facilities, but will also allow them to redirect their own precious resources into other areas,” he said.

WAKEFIELD REGIONAL COUNCIL:

Cheaper treated water

Treated water will be available to non-community users in Wakefield council area for less than two-thirds of the SA Water mains first tier rate. Wakefield Regional Council last Wednesday voted on a 60 per cent rate for the sale of treated effluent water and stormwater. Water will first be made available to community users, and any left over can be purchased by non community users. At council’s October meeting it was decided community users (excluding Snowtown) would be charged 40 per cent of the annual SA Water mains first tier rate for treated effluent water from town community wastewater management schemes.

A separate agreement has been reached in Snowtown. In Hamley Bridge, the town oval and primary school are using treated water, with the only other user being council. In Blyth, a commercial olive grove is the only other user, while in Balaklava, proposed users are the Balaklava Racing Club, local schools and council. Councillors debated which rate to charge non-community users, with an alternative proposal of an 80 per cent rate failing to find enough support. While some believed this was still “cheap water”, others said users in Balaklava had access to bore water for free, and while it was salty, if the price was too high users may revert to using bore water.

Valley towns also hook up

Three community wastewater management scheme (CWMS) upgrades in the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council Area are progressing. The schemes are located at Riverton, Saddleworth and Clare. At Riverton, negotiations continue with the local high school on agreement for the use of treated water on their land, and treatment tanks have been built on the CWMS site. Tanks are also in place at Saddleworth, and council met with Tonkins engineering recently to determine where pipe would be laid and at what depth. Negotiations are also continuing with the Saddleworth Oval Committee. In Clare, land has been cleared and leveled and tank construction started.

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o STATISTICS and information on this page has been sourced from the SA Police website – www.sapolice. sa.gov.au/road safety/statistics. It is published to remind rural drivers of the need to be extra careful on the roads – and to wear a seat belt, a road rule commonly ignored by many local drivers. Data is supplied by the police Traffic Support branch and is updated daily.

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• PHOTO for illustration only. Not a local accident. tion but account for 34 per cent of all road fatalities and 25 per cent of serious injuries. People aged 65 and over make up 15.2 per cent of the total population but are involved in 12 per cent of all road fa-

of fatal crashes. The risk of casualty crashes in suburban streets doubles for each five km/h above 60 km/h. Thirty-nine per cent of all fatal crashes occur in speed zones of 100 km/h or less and 51 per cent of serious injury

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In 2009 18 per cent of vehicle occupants who died were not wearing a seatbelt. Four per cent of those seriously injured were not wearing a seatbelt. Young male drivers in rural areas, rear seat passengers, young children and heavy vehicle drivers are more likely not to wear seatbelts. talities and 16 per cent of serious injury crashes. Who are the people who die (by percentage)? Drivers 50; passengers 28; pedestrians 8; motorcyclists 12; cyclists 2. Vehicle speed: Speed is a major factor in at least 34 per cent

crashes occur on roads with a speed limit of 70 km/h or less. Drink driving: In 2009, 35 per cent of people who died had a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.05 or higher: most had BACs three times the legal limit. Seven per cent of

drivers aged between 16 - 25 years who died had a BAC of 0.05 or higher, and every 0.05 per cent increase (BAC) above zero doubles the risk of crashing. Inattention and complacency: Inattention is a major factor in 30 per cent of fatal crashes. Drug driving: In 2009, nine per cent of drivers and riders tested positive to drugs. Legal or illegal drugs including amphetamine substances, cannabis and some prescription drugs can affect driver skills and attitudes. Fatigue: Fatigue is a contributing factor in single vehicle crashes on rural roads. It is a contributing factor in 30 per cent of fatal crashes. Fatigue is a significant factor in crashes involving heavy trucks.

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special feature v Motoring – Road Safety

Red Cross urges vital first aid at crash scene WITH more than half of all road victims dying in the first minutes after a crash before the arrival of emergency services, Red Cross is urging people to learn basic first aid skills that may save a life on our roads. Red Cross First Aid general manager, Virginia Leafe, said simple steps could save lives in an emergency. “First aid is crucial in the minutes following an accident and we strongly encourage drivers,

passengers and pedestrians to be aware of some simple basic techniques,” Ms Leafe said. “The most important thing you can do is to keep calm and act quickly, surveying the scene to make the crash site is safe and protected. “Check the casualties for signs of life, check their breathing, make sure their airway is clear and then call for help. Time and basic knowledge is imperative to survival.” Up to 85 per cent of preventable pre-hospital

deaths may be due to airway obstruction and occur before the arrival of emergency services. The three important actions to save a life are: Keep a person’s airway open and clear – with many fatalities occurring due to suffocation, it is vital to check for any loose or obstructive objects that may hamper breathing. Make sure they are breathing – tilt the head back to check breathing, if you cannot detect breath, commence CPR. Stop heavy bleeding

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ITH 2010 an election year for all tiers of government â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Federal, State and Local â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the Local Government Association of SA has produced a policy document highlighting key areas which should be considered by all candidates and political parties participating in the March State election. Called â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our Part of SAâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Playing our Part,â&#x20AC;? itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a â&#x20AC;&#x153;strategic overviewâ&#x20AC;? covering many facets and I urge residents of Wakefield Regional Council to access the very informative report which can be viewed via the LGAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website â&#x20AC;&#x201C; www. lga.sa.gov.au SAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s councils want to see a strong future for families and our children. We want a fair deal for communities from State government over the next four years â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and we want all parties, major and minor and independents to know this, no matter who wins the election. And we want to play our part.

n What do councils want? The LGA document says councils â&#x20AC;&#x153;want more joint planning, and smart approaches to delivering services.â&#x20AC;? It should be remembered councils are part of our everyday lives. We are living and working with you, together. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just a sample of what councils are suggesting: â&#x20AC;˘ Set up â&#x20AC;&#x153;Infrastructure South Australiaâ&#x20AC;?, a commission or committee with joint membership and private sector input to develop a State-Local Government infrastructure investment strategy. â&#x20AC;˘Focus on roads, other transport, water, community, recreation and other infrastructure. â&#x20AC;˘ Complete a joint review by December 2012 regarding access by each region to transport gateways to remove bottlenecks and better integrate the movement of freight throughout SA, and â&#x20AC;˘Explore the implications of an approach to â&#x20AC;&#x153;royalties for regionsâ&#x20AC;? for investment in infrastructure and services in regional SA, by June 2014. These are just some of a broad range of initiatives. There are many more across all spheres. Take the time to acquaint yourself with LGA planning. More importantly, I hope State political parties and candidates give our document the attention it deserves.

n OUR FOUR YEAR PLAN As the Local Government Association raises issues for the state, Wakefield Regional Council has its own responsibility to identify priorities over the next four years. Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Strategic Management Plan for 2010-2014 is now being formulated. If you feel strongly about local priorities, call council on 8862 0800.

n Congratulations My personal congratulations to our Citizen of the Year, Paul McCormack, of Snowtown and Kevin Jaeschke, who was awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia in the recent Australia Day honours. Kevin told me at the Snowtown awards his service to the community started in that town, so it was great to see him recognised. Well done to our local community award winners in all Wakefield Regional Council towns.

n REGIONAL CHANGES Regional Development Boards (RDB) ceased to exist last Sunday, with the new Regional Development Australia (RDA) committees taking over from Monday, February 1. These are a combination of Local, State and Federal resources. Our own Yorke RDB served our area well. Well done to the team at Yorke RDB. I hope there will be a seamless transition over the next few months. This column is sponsored by:

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BALAKLAVA librarian Kevyna Gardner has been selected as a South Australian judge of the Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Book Council of Australia Awards. The Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) is a not for profit, volunteer organisation that was established in 1945 and is comprised of branches of individual members who are passionate about childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and young adult literature. The annual awards are for books with an implied

readership under the age of 18. The task will be time consuming for Kevyna, who will judge all four sections of fiction (picture books, early child-

hood, younger readers and older readers). Typically the number of books entered in the fiction sections is in the upper 300. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s books are a fun read and I look forward to spending my semi-retirement doing what I enjoy,â&#x20AC;? Kevyna said. Kevyna is keen to hear from any parents who can read selected books to their kids and provide feedback. For further information, contact Kevyna on 88621760.

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Playford council workshops:

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Angle Vale, Virginia residents to plan future A series of interactive workshops will be held to help develop a blueprint for the development of towns and communities within City of Playford. Blueprint is aimed at refining the community views on the future of the Virginia, Angle Vale and One Tree Hill townships, and to help develop separate master plans for each to guide change and development. Blueprint, a series of interactive workshops, will be delivered with professional planning partner Hassell. Mayor Martin Lindsell said Playford’s townships had a unique and valued urban and rural character, and the diversity of its people, industry and lifestyle provided a culture that was hard to find elsewhere. “The needs of each township are unique,” he said. “We have created Blueprint so each township can maintain the things that make them such special places now and in the future.”

Mr Lindsell urged those interested in the future of the towns to take part in Blueprint and use the opportunity to have input into the longterm planning that would shape development of the townships. Each township will have two opportunities to take part. In the first stage, City of Playford and Hassell will work with each community to generate ideas for the future of each township, which will guide the concept design. The concept design will then be brought back to each community for further comment and suggestions. A workshop will be held at Virginia Horticulture Centre on February 8 from 6pm to 9pm. A second session will be held on February 22 from 6pm to 8pm. A workshop will be held at Angle Vale Primary School on February 10 from 6pm to 9pm and again on February 24 from 6pm to 8pm.

TWO WELLS plumber Brett Duncan on the job this week.

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Winning Apprentice of the Year two years in a row is a clear indication you are doing something right. For Brett Duncan, of Two Wells, plumbing is what he always wanted to do, and he has the awards to acknowledge his hard work. Nearly in the third year of a plumbing apprenticeship with the Training and Apprentice Placement Service (TAPS), the 19-year-old said the key to enjoying his job is a good attitude. “It’s great, I really enjoy it,” “I like the joy of going to work

and not knowing what I’m going to be doing,” he said. In his first working year, Brett took out the first year Apprentice of the Year for TAPS plumbing, (the business his apprenticeship is through) and was runner up for Jordan plumbing, the company he is contracted to. In December 2009, he took out the second year Apprentice of the Year for Jordan plumbing, while TAPS isn’t announced until this September. The modest winner said the secret to his success is enjoying his job

and always making an effort to do it properly. “I think it’s just keeping your mind on the job, putting in a lot of effort and keeping people happy,” Brett said. Growing up in Two Wells, Brett helped his father, a refrigeration mechanic, since he was a young boy. He’s always been interested in plumbing and did a six-month TAFE pre-vocational course after completing school at Trinity College. Brett said it wasn’t easy to get the apprenticeship, but “a lot of hard work pays off.”

Dog numbers part of Mallala bylaw changes Community consultation on a range of proposed bylaws will soon begin. District Council of Mallala has been discussing proposed changes for some time, with dog numbers causing plenty of debate. At council’s meeting last week, debate centred around whether to increase the allowed number of dogs within some zones from three to five. This included any premises outside a township and within rural living zones one and two, and any premises outside a township and within the rural living (animal husbandry) zone, and on any other premises (not including towns or coastal areas). However, this proposed amendment was lost. Instead, two dogs will be allowed on

premises within a township or coastal zones, and three in other areas. Council’s community services manager, Steve Bateman, said this did not necessarily mean dog owners could not have more than the allowed number of animals. “The bylaws are there as a guide,” he said. “You can still put in for an exemption.” Other bylaws relate to permits and penalties; local government land; roads; and moveable signs. Draft copies are available for viewing at the Mallala office and at the Two Wells public library, or online at www. mallala.sa.gov.au. Comments must be in writing and mailed or emailed to Mr Bateman by February 12.

Playford council is developing a caretaker policy to be in effect for the 2010 Local Government election. Virginia and Angle Vale are part of Playford council. City of Playford has started community consultation on the policy, which would commit councillors to avoid making significant new policies or decisions that could unreasonably bind a future council during the caretaker period. The policy would also: • Ensure public resources, including staff resources, are not used during election campaigning or to influence the result of an election or to advantage

existing councillors as candidates in the election; • Ensure council representatives are not put in compromising situations where they are requested to misuse their position. Consultation on the policy closes at 5pm on February 18. Copies of the policy can be viewed at council’s customer service centres at Elizabeth, Munno Para and Davoren Park, or online at www.playford.sa.gov.au. Submissions must be made in writing and lodged at a customer service centre or emailed to dchehade@playford. sa.gov.au

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LOCAL v Living

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• Virginia’s Adrian Marschall was given the gift of a new life with a heart transplant, at 31 years of age.

YEARS AGO February 2000

• Eddy Spears took over as Principal of Owen Primary School. • Pat McCann, of Dublin, was awarded Citizen of the Year for the Mallala Council district, for her enormous community involvement.

YEARS AGO February 1990

• Two Wells policeman Greg Williams wins citizen of the year, South of the Light.

Diary& COMMUNITY

• Feb 5: Blyth Tennis Club Twilight Senior Social Tennis; Blyth Paper drive. • Feb 6: Blyth Kybunga cricket club quiz night and goods and services auction; Balaklava paper drive. • Feb 9: Tidy Towns Annual Balaklava meeting. • Feb 12: Shamus Liptrot fundraising dinner. • Feb 13: Balaklava Tennis Club Bash for Cash Doubles night. • Feb 15: Balaklava Community Arts meeting, Owen Hotel. • Feb 28: Balaklava Tennis Club Junior Tournament. • Mar 5 - Blyth Tennis Club Twilight Senior Social Tennis. • Mar 7: Clean Up Australia Day - Brinkworth 9am at community shelter shed. • Mar 13: Owen Strawberry Fete. • Apr 30: Brinkworth Red Cross Breakfast. • Apr 30: Blyth paper drive. • May 1: Balaklava paper drive. • May 22-23: Brinkworth Football Club 100th birthday celebrations. • Aug 6: Blyth paper drive.

South Australia’s Constitutional milestones Heritage Highlights

1834: Government in South Australia was established under the South Australian Colonization Act of 1834 (UK). 1842: The SA Legislative Council was appointed under the Act for the better Government of SA. By 1850, the legislative powers of the colonies were confirmed, giving them power to make their own constitutions and have part-elected Legislative Councils. Under the Constitution Act 1856 (SA), “responsible” government was established in SA, and in 1863 the “Crown annexed to South Australia that part of New South Wales that eventually became the Northern Territory.” By 1865 the Colonial Laws Validity Act enlarged the range of legisla-

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tive activity, giving each colony the power to pass laws relative to their own constitution. The Federal Council of Australasia (an intercolonial body with limited legislative power) was established in 1885 and met intermittently until 1899. It is interesting to note that all colonies were represented except New South Wales which never joined the Council. In 1889 the UK Government commissioned Major-General Edwards to report on Australian colonial defenc-

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es; his report called for the federation of the forces of all Australian colonies. In that same year Sir Henry Parkes spoke of “creating a national government for all Australia.” 1890 saw the start of Federation talks – conferences were held in various places. The 1897 meeting was held in Adelaide and it was at this and subsequent sessions that most of the final Constitution was drafted. Each colony held a referendum to approve the draft Constitution. Because NSW did not approve the draft, a Premiers’ Conference made various alterations to the draft to make it more acceptable to NSW. South Australia was the first colony to accept the revised draft Constitution on April 29, 1899, followed by the other colonies includ-

ing NSW. The new Constitution took effect when the Commonwealth of Australia was inaugurated on January 1, 1901. Various amendments were made over the next 10 years. The Surplus Revenue Act of 1910 saw the first regularised scheme of Commonwealth grants to the states, and the NT formally separated from South Australia in 1911. South Australia had a few ‘firsts’: The Matrimonial Causes Act of 1858 legalised divorce (from January 1, 1859); in November 1884, imposed the first income tax in Australia (under its Parliament Act No.323); women were granted the right to vote in SA in 1894, long before all other colonies; road speed limits were introduced under the Motor Traffic Act of 1904.

PET CARE

Supported by Balaklava Veterinary Service. Phone: 8862 2088 Leaving your pet at a kennel while you go away – things to remember when choosing suitable accommodation, Continued from last week: • Were staff/owners welcoming and polite? Helpful and kind treatment will leave you feeling less guilty, and much happier about leaving your dog. • Were you shown where your dog would be staying? One of the oldest tricks in the book is to make an excuse why you can’t see where your dog will be staying, or even to flatly refuse to show you. The kennel may have something to hide, feels they may lose your business, and the accommodation is certain to be substandard. • Were there newspapers, shavings or gravel on the kennel floors? Anything absorbent placed on the floor tells you it’s porous, and will soak up all the urine, wa-

Kennelling your pooch

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ter and feces, bacteria and viruses - which of course means it will smell, be unhygienic and a disease risk. • Was there bedding in both the sleep AND run? If a dog has bedding, it is more likely to rest. If there is nowhere to rest in an outside run, then it can be cold and uncomfortable for dogs to lie down and rest. • Did they require proof of vaccination? Vaccination is a legal requirement to help prevent the spread of disease. Boarding dogs who are not vaccinated is thoughtless, danger-

ous, and shows a distinct lack of interest in animal welfare. • Were there signs of overcrowding? If you see dogs kept in cages or odd places it is a sure sign that the kennels have overbooked themselves and may well be charging the same amount from owners who expect their dogs to be in secure kennels. Another problem is placing dogs from different households in the same stall. This is unprofessional and could lead to stress or dog fighting. • Do the kennels have a vet on call and do staff have first aid train-

Good News Ken Packer

“The grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men.” Titus 2.11

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

ing? Find out which vet they have on call, this provides another point of reference for you and ask to see first aid training certificates. • Does the kennel treat dogs regularly against parasites? Ask the kennel how often they treat all dogs and what they are using. Products such as Advantix – used monthly – indicate good care of your dog. • Ample supplies of clean drinking water should be available, along with regular meals throughout the day. Ask about feeding procedures – some stocking the popular brand name pet foods, and others allowing owners to provide

their own pet’s favourite meals and treats.

Did you know

D Napoleon reportedly carried chocolate on all his military campaigns. D Thomas Jefferson wrote his own epitaph without mentioning that he was US President. D An exocannibal eats only enemies. An indocannibal eats only friends. •From: www.didyouknow.org

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anglican Balaklava.................... 9.00am Hamley Bridge......... 10.00am CATHOLIC CHURCH Balaklava.......... Mass 10.30am Pt Wakefield.......Mass 9.00am CHURCH OF CHRIST Balaklava.................. 10.00am

anglican Balaklava.................... 9.00am Hamley Bridge..........11.00am CATHOLIC CHURCH Balaklava......... Liturgy 9.00am Pt Wakefield.......Mass 9.00am

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

Community church Pinery........................ 7.00pm

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

Community church Pinery........................ 9.00am

LIGHTHOUSE Balaklava.................. 10.00am

Community church Pinery........................ 9.00am

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LUTHERAN Balaklava.................... 9.00am

LIGHTHOUSE Balaklava.................. 10.00am

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

UNITING Mallala....................... 9.00am Two Wells................ 10.30am Owen Comm............. 9.30am Hamley Bridge.......... 9.15am Windsor .................... 9.00am Balaklava.................... 9.30am Nantawarra..............No service Lochiel....................No service Pt Wakefield..............11.00am February 17 - Ash Wednesday anglican Balaklava.................... 7.00pm LUTHERAN Balaklava.....................7.30pm

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

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school news v Balaklava & District

n Welcome to Balaklava –

Balaklava High School’s new teachers relax last Friday after the first (short) week back at school. They are, from left, Darryl Cotts, Neil Richards, Rebecca Wigg, Jess Daniel, Vandana Mahajan, Jarrad Thiele and Jason Kawa. nRIGHT: A boatload of youngsters at Balaklava Community Children’s Centre with newly appointed manager of childcare services, Rachel Yates (left) and preschool teacher Abbie Phillips. Pictured (from left) are new kindergarten students Mitchell Durdin, Jason Wilkey, Blake Simpson, Kayla Blackwell, Lucy May and Alex Evans, Shianne Mackay, Shanae Wink and Thomas Cheer. n BELOW: Blyth primary school welcomes student teacher Sophie Reid (left) and new students Daniel King (reception) and Alex Lewis (Year 2 and visiting from the upper coast of WA) with Rebecca Jamieson, who is acting Principal for Term 1, 2010.

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Diana and Daniel marry

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Diana Franks and Daniel Feeley were married on December 5 at Seppeltsfield Winery and honeymooned in Phuket. Diana is the only daughter of Jim and Ros Franks of Mallala and Daniel is the only son of Heather and Shaun Feeley, of Gawler. Plains Producer, Wednesday February 3, 2010

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New start in life is on their Horizon

n ALL smiles as they start their learning. From left (rear) Larissa Bruce, Libby Johnson, Grace Code, Brieanna Whiley, Nicholas Gilgen, Connor Berry, Claire Martin, Brogan Page. Front: Kasey Cunningham, Lucy Smith, Lily Taylor and Lara Pirri. There are 12 new reception students at Horizon Christian School for 2010, as well as six new teachers and two staff members returning. Andrew Seminutian is the new Technology Studies teacher, while Damian Spavin joins the staff as the art teacher. Dr. Kathy Daniels will be teaching biology and chemistry, Hani Matta is the new middle school maths teacher and Andrew Vurfield will be taking on middle school history and geography. Katrina Vurfield is the new 4/5 primary school teacher, while Melanie Redden is returning to the growing music faculty and Leah Magor is returning from leave to the primary school. There will be an extra year 10 class and an extra class in the primary school. “I’m excited about the growth at the school and look forward to another year,” School principal Mike Clisby said. n Horizon’s new teachers (from left) Andrew Burfield, Kathy Daniels, Katrina Burfield (sitting), new IT trainee Nathan Blieschke, Damian Spavin (sitting), Hani Matta and Andrew Seminutin (sitting).

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SPORT v Tennis ETHan May, Balaklava division two prepares to hit a forehand during his singles match at Balaklava on Saturday.

RIGHT: Hamley Bridge’s Leon Raether tosses the ball up during a serve in his singles match. Below: Balaklava’s Zac Scholz fills out the score sheet while having a rest after his match.

JOSH Appleby, Balaklava keeps his eyes on the ball during his singles match.

DIVISION 2 POINTS BALAKLAVA GOLD 18 TWO WELLS 13 BALAKLAVA GREEN 12 MALLALA 8 LONG PLAINS 3 HAMLEY BRIDGE 0 DIVISION 3 POINTS BALAKLAVA GREEN 18 TWO WELLS 14 BALAKLAVA GOLD 10 HAMLEY BRIDGE 4 MALLALA 4 OWEN 2

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Nantawarra 14/102 defeated Grace Plains 10/88. Ladies’ singles: Kirsty Williams defeated Leonie Selleck 6-2, Tanya Greenshields defeated Bess Marshman 6-0, Tammy Nicholls defeated Courtney Barkla 6-2, Sascha Tiller defeated Chris Daniel 6-2, Cheryl Appleby defeated Kathy Harkness 6-1, Alison Baum defeated Ashleigh Williams 6-1. Men’s singles: Wade Taylor lost to Adam Pratt 0-6, Richard Maxwell defeated Robert Lloyd 6-3, Brad Reid lost to Ben Marshman 6-4, Darren Woodroofe lost to Andrew Pratt 6-0, Ashley Krieg lost to Darryl Barkla 6-0, Joshua Appleby lost to Craig Sowerby 6-3.

lower north juniors

Over the Net Name: Riley Curnow Nickname: Riz, Ros Play for: Long Plains Tennis idol: Jo-Wilfried Tsonga If you could choose any tennis player to play mixed doubles with, who would it be? Josh Watson, just ‘cause he’s a good guy Tennis could be improved by: My backhand...it sucks! Toughest opponent on the court: Josh Watson Highlight of tennis career so far: Nothing yet!

Funniest thing you’ve ever seen on the tennis court: Someone hitting themselves in the head How would your friends describe you in one word? CRAZY! What’s the best advice your parents have given you: “Go to bed early!” If you were Prime Minister, what would you do? Live somewhere awesome and have no school! What would be a perfect evening for you? Having a chat with James Bugeja

There are no faults in our set menu Bring the family in for a meal after the game

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DIVISION 1: Balaklava Green 5-33 def. Long Plains 1-15. Ben Heaslip lost to Ross Sharer 3-6, Dylan Fahey def Nick Curnow 6-1, Ben Michael def Cory Sharer 6-1, Callum Michael def Amy Daniel 6-1. Owen 6-36 def. Mallala 0-0. Robert Lloyd def Douglas Howard 6-0, Kieren Robinson def Josh Watson 6-0, Charles Fry def Clare Howard 6-0, Daniel Brewster def Hannah Jenkin 6-0. Balaklava Gold 3-28 def. Hamley Bridge 3-24. Tate Michael lost to Joanne Humphrys 2-6, Luke Williams def Cassandra Bell 6-3, Kate Cmrlec def Claire Humphrys 6-2, Casey Michael lost to Tristan Bell 5-6. DIVISION 2: Two Wells 5-31 def. Mallala 1-21. Shannen Weir def Laura Jarmyn 6-3, Tegan Breen lost to Brooke Wilson 1-6, Jamee Seccafien def Rachel Dunstan 6-1, Renee Seccafien def Edward Parsons 6-3. Balaklava Gold 5-33 def. Long Plains 1-10. Jordan Taylor lost to Riley Curnow 3-6, Hedley Greenshields def Hollie Speyer 6-0, Marni Greenshields def Taylor Fabry 6-2, Henry Lane def Hannah McArdle 6-1. Balaklava Green 6-36 def. Hamley Bridge 0-18. Sam VanKleef defAlex Haines 6-5, JoshAppleby def Sarah Haines 6-2, Ethan May def Leon Raether 6-0, Hannah Hoepner def Jessica Sellars 6-4. DIVISION 3: Hamley Bridge 6-36 def. Mallala 0-9. Amy Humphrys def Jake Tiller 6-1, Daniel Gregory def Alex Howard 6-2, Amy McCabe def Dylan Ferris 6-2, Georgia Furst def Levi Nemesvolgyi 6-2. Two Wells 5-35 def. Owen 1-10. Jamie Humphrys lost to Sophie Parker 5-6, Matthew Lange def Ryan Lloyd 6-1, Madeleine Seccafien def Meghan Baker 6-0, Megan Hatch def Cecily Gameau 6-0. Balaklava Green 4-30 def. Balaklava Gold 2-27. Dillon Michael def Jake Michael 6-2, Taylar Durdin def Zac Scholz 6-3, Ashleigh Williams def Gemma Freebairn 6-5, Daniel Mumford lost to Tash Greenshields 3-6. DIVISION 4: Two Wells 3-24 def. Balaklava Green 3-23. Tarsha Briscoe lost to Tenneal White 0-6, Natisha Eastman def Tyson Lamond 6-0, Macey Briscoe def Kirrilly White 6-3, Monica Baker lost to Toby Michael 4-6. Balaklava Gold 6-36 def. Owen 0 10. Todd Sholz def Tom Gameau 6-0, Tayla Williams def Jake Harkness 6-4, Sarah Heaslip def Jessica Heaslip 6-3, Billy West def Lucy Parker 6-0. DIVISION 1 POINTS % OWEN 18 97.96 BALAKLAVA GREEN 14 74.07 BALAKLAVA GOLD 10 44.44 MALLALA 10 42.59 LONG PLAINS 2 22.45 HAMLEY BRIDGE 0 20.37

% 89.80 68.00 61.11 37.04 30.00 14.29 % 83.33 79.63 66.67 35.42 14.29 13.95

Watervale 2-54 lost to Balaklava 22-140. Jenny Purish lost to Melissa Moulds 6-0, Caroline Sandow lost to Helen Barry 7-5, Frank Sundow lost to Pauline Hill 6-1, Kerry Hadley lost to Shaz Pike 6-1, Nicole Faulkner lost to Shelley Lamond 6-4, Jenny Faulkner d Tania Allen 6-3, Spencer Budarick lost to Rick Lamond 6-3, Aaron Ackland lost to Phil Barry 6-0, Malcolm Parish d Scott McDonald 6-3, Todd Bishop lost to Andrew Michael 6-1, Kevin Mitchell lost to Andrew Lane 6-0, Aaron Hopgood lost to Don Veitch 6-0. Balaklava reports The Balaklava senior side travelled to Watervale on a hot and steamy day - on the courts anyway! The mixed doubles saw a straight sweep to Balaklava, with the closest set being a tiebreaker win to top pair Melissa Moulds and Rick Lamond over stalwarts Jenny Parish and Spencer Budarick. Mr Fabulous Phil Barry carried on his brutal tennis assault from last week, with partner Helen Barry, inflicting another dak dropper over their unsuspecting opponents. The ladies’ singles were closer than the mens, even though the home side only managed to pick up one win in each. In contrasting scores from their mixed, Melissa had an easy 6-0 win, whilst Helen had a marathon 7-5 win. Shelley Lamond redeemed herself after last week’s disaster with a good 6-4 win. Pauline Hill and Shaz Pike were on fire, whilst Tania Allen, staging a great comeback, eventually came a valiant second to the pocket rocket in Jenny Faulkner. For the men, Phil was, once again, ruthless, having a big dak dropper win, as did the men bringing up the rear, Andrew Lane and Don Veitch. Andrew Michael also showed his style by dropping just one game, whilst Rick had a tighter 6-3 win. But Scott McDonald thought about faking a migraine after thinking he could outsmart the very sneaky Watervale legend, Malcolm Parish, but instead was ‘outsneaked out gunned’ in a high quality set. Good to see both players going for the angles, but age over youth prevailed in this one! Scott was much happier to win his straight doubles with Andrew M, with the other men all winning theirs. Well done to the men who were without Freddo who was home packing the budgie smugglers for a well earned holiday, and the other Andrew, in Holland, who was busy catching chickens! The middle ladies had a comfortable win, whilst the top and bottom pairs had to battle a bit harder to secure their wins. Well done to everyone, even Scott and Tania! We heard Phil was in a party mood as he had started celebrating his birthday a day early, with Helen having to drag him home! Final score Balaklava 22-140 defeated Watervale 2-54. Next week, when Phil is a year older, the team heads to Saddleworth to see if they finally get to play them as the past 2 rounds have been cancelled due to the heat! Well, that’s probably jinxed it...

northern yp juniors

B grade: Moonta Blue 0-23 lost to Lochiel 9-54. Jacinta McPeake lost to Mitchell Nicholls 6-4, Jess Liddy lost to Thomas Rowe 6-5, Sarah Hutchinson lost to Sarah Weepers 6-2, Brooke Liddy lost to Tegan Nottle 6-0, Hannah Wardle lost to Ben Nicholls 6-4, Jasmin Johns lost to Amy Nottle 6-1. C grade: Lochiel 8-49 def Cunliffe Gold 1-27. Tait Nottle d Josh Robinson 6-2, Jessica Hoepner lost to Mitchel Larson 6-1, Merridy Nicholls d Chloe Pomery 6-2, Emilie Bird d Riley Pomery 6-2, Jack Hoepner d Ben Larson 6-5, Jake Wallis d Cade Pomery 6-0.

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SPORT v District

LUKE Williams, Mavericks passes to team mate Samuel Tiller during the division one boys match at Balaklava on Friday night.

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LEFT: Tegan Nottle, Redlegs dribbles the ball as she looks for someone to pass to near the basket during the division two girls game.

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are they dance moves? Bulldog Chad Ruiz emerges from the group with possession of the ball, eluding Mavericksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Peter McMillan, Bulldog team mate Robert Blackwell also ready to grab the rebound in assistance.

DIVISION TWO: Sarah Haines, Hamley Bridge steps forward to hit this forehand during the match at Balaklava. SAM vanKleef, Balaklava tosses the ball up during a service game in his division two singles match.

OWEN division three boys coach Adam Pratt (bottom left) watches the game against Balaklava, while Penny Matthew (third from left) watches son Liam on Friday night.

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SPORT v Basketball

A ‘fast and furious’ night of basketball Basketball was fast and furious again. Dribbler was excited going from game to game, trying to work out which teams will make the finals. The Redleg men let him down – or, more to the point, the Meercats showed that they are a team not to be forgotten. Karl Bomford and Beau Traill were their usual energetic selves zipping around the court just like meerkats but it was probably Adam Pratt lifting his game that got them there. What this means is the men’s division is still anyone’s. Maybe the Redlegs need to regroup – or practice as a team. Dribbler wonders how many senior teams actually practice. There are a number who do practice in the juniors, and some of these are yet to have a win. It was surprising to Dribbler to find that a number of teams have yet to gain points. In division one boys, Bulldogs are yet to get points. They may practice but it doesn’t show. They don’t lack ability.

It’s great, according to Dribbler, that they keep persisting, as the competition would be no good with only three teams. The other interesting thing about this competition is the Broncos have not lost a game, an in fact have easily beaten two of the other teams. In division one women, the Redlegs are still looking for that elusive score. They’re a friendly group of girls who, fortunately for others, come out week after week and enjoy their basketball. Owen women in division two are much the same, although they’ve managed to win one. Dribbler says he admires players like Katie Marshall and Sally Fritz who not only play in these teams, but coach juniors as well. In the juniors there are a number of teams playing on hope and commitment. Their participation is critical for the creation of a competition. Youngsters like Kevin McArdle, Cory Sharer and Adam McArdle for Long Plains keep putting in week after

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week. The top team in their division thrashed the second team by more than 50 points, so hope would be hard to keep. In division two girls, it is much the same with Owen trying hard each week, with players like Brooke Wilson, Rebecca Fritz and Maddison Merry giving their best. The competition however is not as one sided. The top three sides and possibly the fourth are all capable of coming first on their night. Division three boys sees another lopsided competition. Once again the Bullets have a committed side, with players like Daniel Mumford and Julius Rohrlach tirelessly trying to get a winning score. Dribbler reckons he remembers a team of young triers from the past who learnt well but just didn’t have the size

OWEN’S Liam Mathew defends as Bullet’s Lachlan Speissegger gets a pass away during the division three boys game on Friday night.

and strength to match, but persisted while being thrashed. They ended up, according to him, being some of the best basketballers and good sports he remembers. Committed players are critical for any competition. The division four boys seem to have a group of them. They managed to get teams in the holidays, and this week’s games were exciting. More practice and learning is of course needed, but it is amazing just how much they have improved over the year. Dribbler thinks it a pity that the backboards are at adult level, making the young ones try any which way to get a goal – but try they do. Hopefully their coaches train them to shoot with the right action. Shooting a goal gives them such a thrill. Most of them try hard and are pleased to get one goal. I am sure

Nicholas McArdle and Mitchell Catford jumped around a bit after scoring in their game. James Roberts and Jake Tiller would have too. The next few weeks will probably reveal the best and the worst in players and coaches. Character will be tested as the finals get closer. So will commitment. Dribbler is getting

excited even though his team is only a long shot. He hopes the men’s division gets split soon so that the two teams trying to make the second division actually go into the top division and the bottom four teams play finals. Although he has a soft spot for the Hamley girls, he reckons the Longies lasses look hungrier and will be the ones to take

the women’s division one flag. Cats look the goods to get the Division two flag. In the juniors, he reckons there will be some upsets as some of the players have the wrong attitude. Next week’s games should give more indication, so we’ll be watching.

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Name: Donna Slok Nickame: Don Height: 6 foot Age: 18 Shoe size: 7.5 Team: Redlegs Live: Balaklava Grade: Division two Occupation: Work Favourite basketballer? Belinda Blackwell Favourite team? Bulldogs! lol Toughest opponent? Stacey Wilson When was the last time you were fouled off? Last week What would you do to lift

the profile of basketball in Australia? Produce a funny video of bad games?! Hobbies other than basket-

ball? Sleeping, hanging with mates, running, netball If you won $20 million in the lotto, what would be the first thing you would do? Give half to Belinda and Hannah If you were going to a desert island, name three things you would take with you? The Mofo 4, cinema, alcohol! If there was a front page headline written about you in the Plains Producer, what would it say? “The Mofo 4 are arrested for making too much commotion in pubs ‘cause they don’t like clubs” Favourite TV show? Spongebob!

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RIGHT: Daniel Mumford, Bullets in action. BELOW: Shaun Speisseger, Bullets defends against his much taller Owen opponent, Jarrad Dunstan. BELOW RIGHT: Division one basketballer Maddison Vietch, Storm dribbles down the court.

men’s division

Div 1 Women

Young Guns 54 (D.Friedrichs 20, G.Palmer 12, C.Temby 9) def Swaggies 16 (R.Sharer 12, J.Wilson 4). Meercats 46 (K.Bomford 19, B.Traill 15, A.Pratt 12) def Redlegs 43 (D.Hill 18, C.Price 17, S.McGuiness 6). Bulldogs 53 (T.Olsen 19, C.Catipon 15, M.Olsen 8) def Eagles 31 (M.Taylor 17, P.Kowalick 4, R.Veitch 4). Sonics 53 (N .Olsen 16, B.Michael 14, D.Yates 10) def Owen 36 (B.Moreton 21, J.Smith 5, K.Robinson 5). Hawks 52 (S.Noack 15, M.Prince 13, S.Goodfellow 12) def Longies 29 (K.Jenkin 17, B.Barnes 8, J.Barnes 2).

Bulldogs 24 (K.Williams 8, F.Tiller 5, N .Healey 4) def Lightning 23 (J.Harding 9, A.Wilson 6, L.Michael 4). Long Plains 43 (K.Blackwell 19, S.McArdle 8, C.Fiebig 4) def Redlegs 27 (K.Marshall 10, S.Mudge 9, J.Smith 6). Hamley Bridge 39 (Won by forfeit) def Owen 0 (Team forfeit).

division 1 Boys Broncos 41 (R.McDonald 17, R.McPharlin 14, T.Shepherd 5) def Owen 32 (D.Bevan 10, T.Halls 8, K.Robinson 5). Mavericks 50 (J.Henderson 18, L.Williams 15, P.McMillan 13) def Bulldogs 17 (T.Lawson 8, C.Ruiz 6, J.Sharman 3).

division 2 Boys Bulldogs 77 (T.Williams 27, H.Greenshields 14, J.Shepherd 12) def Bulls 20 (C.McPharlin 14, C.Mellier 4, B.Krieg 2). Magics 34 (T.Michael 13, J.Taylor 10, B.Heaslip 5) def Long Plains 10 (K.McArdle 4, C.Sharer 4, A.McArdle 2).

division 3 Boys Owen 70 (J.Wedding 18, J.Harkness 16, J.Pratt 12) def Bullets 16 (D.Mumford 9, J.Rohrlach 2, L.Speissegger 2). Pistons 34 (Z.Scholz 12, J.Butterfield 8, J.Michael 8) def Bulldogs 24 (T.Nottle 14, B.Taylor 8, W.Angel 2).

division 4 Boys Owen 20 (T.Munzer 16, J.Roberts 2, J.Tiller 2) def Long Plains 16 (E.Pepe 6, N .McArdle 5, M.Catford 2). Bulldogs 27 (T.Moulds 12, N .Studham 8, J.Studham 4) def Sonics 15 (S.Michael 10, A.Lawless 2, S.Speissegger 2).

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Division 2 Women Redlegs 19 (A.Trench 8, K.Harrison 4, M.Cruse 3) def Owen 16 (B.Wood 5, A.Warner 4, S.Fritz 3). Cats 28 (N .Andriske 10, J.Angel 6, K.Cmrlec 6) def Thunder 9 (K.Hamdorf 3, H.Shepherd 2, M.Veitch 2).

Division 1 Girls Redlegs 45 (J.Angel 12, T.Nottle 12, K.Cmrlec 10) def Storm 24 (R.McPharlin 14, R.Mallon 6, M.Veitch 2). Owen 20 (Won by forfeit) def Long Plains 0 (Team forfeit).

Division 2 Girls Suns 42 (B.Koch 20, S.Tiller 8, A.Davey 6) def Owen 27 (B.Wilson 17, R.Fritz 4, M.Merry 4). Spurs 26 (T.White 12, S.Faehrmann 8, T.Renshaw 6) def Pacers 25 (C.Guy 12, C.Williams 7, A.Michael 6). Bulldogs 34 (A.Williams 10, S.Watts 6, D.Hosking 4) def Redlegs 13 (H.Hoepner 4, J.Hoepner 4, C.Moulds 3).

Division 3 Girls The Breezer 26 (K.Wedding 10, R.Dunstan 8, J.Heaslip 4) def Falcons 13 (K.White 11, S.Sach 2). Nuggets 30 (S.Heaslip 12, L.McPharlin 6, E.Cunningham 4) def Rowans 7 (M.Bennett 2, G.McArdle 2, E.Warner 2).

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Owen grab victory over Balaklava Ideal bowling conditions were encountered in last weekend’s bowls matches with a number of results being particularly close. In Division One, the feature match saw Owen snatch a two shot victory over Balaklava despite having only one rink up. This wins keeps Owen in second place while Balaklava remains in fourth spot. Competition leaders Hamley Bridge easily accounted for Port Wakefield while Mallala had a sound win over Wasleys in the remaining matches. Riverton had the bye for the round. Two key matches are likely in this Saturday’s Division One round. Firstly, Mallala is host to Riverton. This is a must win match for Mallala if the side wishes to contest the finals in a month’s time. Previous results have been split but Riverton has won their last five

By John Glistak WWBA secretary matches compared to Mallala’s one over the same period of time. This form favours a win for Riverton and will virtually guarantee Riverton a final’s berth. Port Wakefield faces a difficult assignment against the Owen combination that has only lost two matches for the season, so far. A Port Wakefield loss will see this side fall out of contention for the finals given that they will have only two matches left to play (with also a bye to come) after this weekend. The final match will see Hamley Bridge travel to Wasleys for a match where the visitors should record their third win for the season against their opponents. Balaklava has the bye this weekend. Division One: January 30 – Ham-

OWen’s Brian Parker signals to team mate Ken Warnes how much room he has to work with, as Balaklava’s Steve Hawke awaits his turn. ley Bridge 92(12) (B. Smith 36, M. Durdin 31, A O’Brien 25) def. Port Wakefield 57(0) (R. Murphy 18, R. McQuire 18, G. McPharlin 21); Mallala 78(12) (K. Roberts 27, J. Evans 26, P. Furst 25) def. Wasleys 61(0) (D. Olive 23, J. Kieboom

22, R. Bowman 16); Owen 74(8) (B. Parker 20, G. Harkness 27, N. Harkness 27) def. Balaklava 72(4) (B. Taylor 22, T. Clifford 28, P. Thompson 22) Division One Standings – Hamley Bridge 118(201); Owen 98(106);

Riverton 82(99); Balaklava 80(83); Mallala 62(-130); Port Wakefield 53(-134); Wasleys 37(-225) Division One: February 6 – Mallala vs Riverton, Port Wakefield vs Owen, Wasleys vs Hamley Bridge, Balaklava Bye

Leading sides win in Two Red

ABOVE: Tim Harkness, Owen sends one down. LEFt: Owen’s Roger Uppill watches his bowl.

Both Port Wakefield Blue and Riverton White recorded wins in last Saturday’s round to edge away from the remaining sides in Two Red. Port Wakefield Blue had a close match against Owen winning by twenty shots with two rinks up. On the other hand, Riverton White recorded an all rinks up win against fellow contender Hamley White. This win has moved Riverton White back to the top of the competition.

Tarlee advanced up the table following their nine shot win over Hamley Red despite having only one rink up. The final match saw Balaklava White turn the tables on sister side Balaklava Red for an all important win. Only 10 points separate third to seventh positions in the standings such is the closeness of the competition from week to week. This weekend’s Two Red matches will be

closely watched as several important matches will have a bearing on these standings. Riverton White travels to Owen; first against third. In their previous match, Riverton won with two rinks up and scores level. Another tight match is expected where a win for Owen will see them move closer to the double chance whereas a loss may see Owen slide back into the battle for finals’ spots.

Top sides clash in Two White

Barry Taylor, Balaklava informs a team mate of his options in the division one match, while Owen’s Brian Parker refreshes with a cool drink.

Tough match for Hamley White against Tarlee Having suffered a loss against Tarlee only three weeks ago, a further loss will see Hamley White’s chances of final’s participation slowly ebb away. Hamley Red had a narrow four shot win against Balaklava White the last time they met. Another close match is expected as both sides strive to move up the standings. The final match will see Balaklava Red play Port Wakefield Blue in a match that could go down to the wire based on their earlier encounter. Division Two Red: January 30 – Port Wakefield Blue 80(10) (P. Fontaine 21, R. McGregor 40,A. Williams 19) def. Owen 60(2) (I. Freebairn 14, P. Sullivan 15, L. Beaty 31); Riverton White 85(12) (R. Hannaford 27, J. Glistak 32, P. Kelly

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26) def. Hamley White 58(0) (R. Morris 23, A. Fyfe 16, L. Stott 19); Balaklava White 83(10) (M. Olsen 18, J. Olsen 25, C. Milton 40) def. Balaklava Red 65(2) (K. Cottle 21, C. Cowan 23, R. Hillman 21); Tarlee 76(8) (D. Meyers 16, D. Branson 16, F. Gorey 44) def. Hamley Red 65(4) (J. Tily 32, G. Schilling 22, J. Bell 11) Division Two Red Standings – Riverton White 121(82.25); Port Wakefield Blue 119(158); Owen 104(28); Tarlee 100(16); Hamley Red 98(77); Balaklava White 98(54.75); Hamley White 94(25); Balaklava Red 82(-98) Division Two Red: February 6 – Hamley Red vs Balaklava White, Balaklava Red vs Port Wakefield Blue, Owen vs Riverton White, Hamley White vs Tarlee.

Mallala Black had a vital win against their sister side Mallala White to retain the lead in this competition. Elsewhere, Balaklava Blue moved into second spot following their win against Port Wakefield Gold while Riverton White moved to fourth after their win against Wasleys. This weekend, the top two sides Mallala Black and Balaklava Blue, meet for a match where Mallala Black will be keen to reverse their previous loss against their opponents. Third and fourth sides Mallala White and Riverton Black also meet. Riverton took the honours in their previous encounter and will be keen to repeat the performance. The final match sees Port Wakefield Gold against Wasleys with the home side eager to record a further win against their opponents. Division Two White: January30 – Mallala Black 92(10) (M. King 38, L. Helps 20, G. Donlon 34) def. Mallala White 68(2) (B. Hill 20, G. Forrest 26, R. Barber 22); Balaklava Blue 81(10) (R. McPharlin

Buzz Diehl, Owen sends his bowl down the green, with the result shown above.

33, R. Barr 34, K. Harkness 14) def. Port Wakefield Gold 59(2) (A. Carslake 17, T. Sharman 15, T. Jones 27); Riverton Black 101(8) (R. Schulz 53, B. Prime 25, P. Gates 23) def. Wasleys 57(4) (J. Williamson 6, S. Wendland 26, J. McDonnell 25) Division Two White Stand-

ings – Mallala Black 94(120); Balaklava Blue 86(15); Mallala White 80(-71); Riverton Black 65(-94); Port Wakefield Gold 62(-68); Wasleys 56(-245) Division Two White: February 6 – Port Wakefield Gold vs Wasleys, Riverton Black vs Mallala White, Mallala Black vs Balaklava Blue.

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SPORT v District

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Results from Wednesday January

Balaklava 37(10) def Burra 30 (0). K Cottle 20 d R Taylor 15, K Harkness 17 d C Boston 15. Brinkworth 36 (8) def Clare Red 33 (2). J Goss 13 lost to J Bradbury 20, F Groom 23 d R Howes 13. Clare White 49 (8) d Spalding 41 (2). R Brandt 34 d G Blaser 14, B Sims 15 lost to G Goodridge 27. Blyth 47 (10) def Snowtown 16 (0). D Edwards 19 d K Kreig 10, R Deluca 28 d R Brand 6. Clare Blue Bye. Premiership Table Points % Blyth 75 58.08 Burra 73 54.10 Clare White 71 53.92 Spalding 63 49.23 Balaklava 62 52.43 Clare Blue 53 48.66 Clare Red 48 48.10 Snowtown 39 43.33 Brinkworth 36 39.18

NORTHERN LIGHT WOMEN

Match results from Thursday January 28. Round 15 Auburn Black 40 (S Hean 19, H Williams 21) lst Spalding 43 (M Fleming 23, T Peters 20). Auburn Red 36 (M Parkinson 27, M Mount 9) lst Saddleworth Gold 42 (T Ritchie 13, C Reed 29). Booborowie 22 (M White 9, R Landorf 13) lst Saddleworth Blue 41 (R Richardson 24, B Schoenberg 17). Burra Gold 30 (D Broderick 9, K Maidment 21) lst Robertstown Green 51 (D Kotz 31, S Kimpton 20). Burra Green 26 (H Stockman 18, D Day 8) lst Robertstown Gold 47 (L Mosey 19, C Ruediger 28). Burra Red 34 (L Sutton 15, K Lomman 19) lst Riverton Green 40 (E Passehl 19, J Przibilla 21). Hallett 29 (R Jaquet 12, D Kealy 17) lst Riverton Blue 48 (J Schroeder 27, M Keast 21). Mintaro 36 (W Folks 21, S Ettridge 15) lst Riverton Black 41 (M Prime 18, A Harrip 23). Tarlee 35 (J Rhode 15, S Molineux 20) lst Watervale 52 (S Martin 26, J Ackland 26). Premiership Table Round 15 Side Points Shots Saddlewth Blue 86 123.25 Robrtstn Green 81 126 Riverton Green 78 46.25 Burra Green 69 33 Auburn Red 68 67 Robertstn Gold 68 56.5 Riverton Blue 67 24 Riverton Black 66 (15) Tarlee 59 (17) Spalding 58 16.75 Burra Red 55 (48) Burra Gold 54 (32) Auburn Black 50 (14) Saddlewth Gold 49 (47) Mintaro 45 (82) Booborowie 44 (40) Watervale 44 (106) Hallett 39 (91.75)

Sides for Saturday

BALAKLAVA: Division 1 - Balaklava Bye. Division 2 - Balaklava White vs Hamley Red at Hamley. H Hebisch, M Olsen, Z Guy, M Olsen (sk). L Day, C Stewart, Z Guy, J Olsen (sk). L Braddock, B Moffatt, J Milton, C Milton (sk). Cars: Thirds. Balaklava Blue vs Mallala Black at Mallala. J McPharlin, D Anderson, C Welke, R McPharlin (sk). R May, J Lee, K Catford, R Barr (sk). R Fitzpatrick, R Greenshields, P McPharlin, K Harkness (sk). Cars: Leaders. Balaklava Red vs Port Wakefield Blue at Home. T Whittaker, N Sampson, D Beare, C Cowan (sk). R McDonald, A Barr, D Wittaker, R Hillman. R McDonald, H Barr, D Wittaker, R Hillman (sk). L Zerk, H Philp, M McPharlin, K Cottle (sk). OWEN: Division 1 - Owen vs Port Wakefield at Pt Wakefield. D Brown, P Freebairn, B Traill, N Harkness (sk). G Marshman, R Uppill, T Harkness, G Harkness (sk). B Diehl, G Bubner, K Warnes, B Parker (sk). Cars: G Bubner, P Freebairn, T Harkness. Division 2 - Owen vs Riverton at Owen. A Wandel, D Hartwell, R Hill, P Sullivan (sk). A Tiller, K Gould, D Greer, L Beaty (sk). J Robinson, C Hocking, L Hean, I Freebairn (sk).

Wooroora Women

Results from Thursday 28/01/10. Two Wells Red 66 def Hamley Bridge 46. H Hinckley 23 d H Bell, M Gameau 19 d F Fyfe 8, B Molloy 24 d N Bubner 22. Balaklava Red 48 def Owen 38. J Wood 14 d B Harkness 10, F Rowlands 16 d G Wandel 15, C Goldney 18 d H Hocking 13. Mallala Black 58 def Balaklava Green 42. P Waters 11 lost to J Milton 22, R

Todd wins West Beach Golf Classic Todd Thorne, formerly of Balaklava (now of Willaston), was the winner of this year’s ‘West Beach Classic’ golf tournament, held at the Adelaide Shores golf club on January 3. Each year local and former residents of the Adelaide Plains region come together to compete for the prestigious Brown Jacket (even though it is missing a button – which may still be at the Op shop!) A full field of 16 played this year in beautiful weather conditions on a finely turned out course. It was great to welcome back Ian “Fred” Langdon after an absence of a couple of years. Last year’s winner, Peter Spillane presented To d d w i t h “ T h e Jacket” which he wore proudly all night! – Richard Konzag

the day with 42 points closely followed by Len Usher with 41 from Ed Manning, Dave Russell 40, Roen Cameron 39 Wally Jackson and Ian Rohde 38 (c/b), all of the above being ball winners. Other scores: Brian Cooper, Ron Smith 38, Anton Noack 37, Bob Ahola, George Dahlitz, Wim Van Pelt, 36 Barry Schwartz, Adam Mitchell, Ian Ferguson, Ross Hienze 35 Rex Mortimer, Colin Doudle 34, Max Grasby, Dennis Nation 33, Craig Doudle 32, Tony Jones 31, Cliff Applebee, Kieth Kluske, Warren Isgar 30, and Bob Spriggs 27. More birdies were made than usual, Barry Schwartz 7th, Anton Noack 9th, Adam Mitchell 5th and 9th, Dave Russell 6th and 9th, Ron Smith 9th, Kieth Kluske 12th, Len Usher 9th and Ian Ferguson 4th. Nearest to pin was won by Len Usher. Saturdays stroke competition was won by Kieth Kluske with a nett 67 who finished just in front of the rapidly improving Rowland Pawlak on 68 from Barry Schwartz who must be wondering what could have been after nailing three birdies and finishing with a 69. Other scores Wim Van Pelt, Doug Cooper, Neville Durdin 70 Ian Telfer, Roen Cameron 71 Anton Noack 72 Ron Smith 73 Len Usher, Ross Hienze 74 John Mitchell 76 Barry Zerner 80 and Wally Jackson 81. Anton Noack “had a good day with the blade” winning the putting competition with only 21 putts from John Mitchell and Doug Cooper with 23. Birdies were made by Neville Durdin (17th) and Barry Schwartz 9th 14th and 17th who also won the pros approach on the 9th.

Shooting

Roney 16 d L Barr 9, J Curnow 31 d L Harkness 11. Balaklava Gold 57 def Two Wells White 50. K Catford 13 lost to M Burford 19, S Welke 23 drew with M Maylin 23, P Philp 21 d S Underwood. Mallala White 51 def Pt Wakefield 46. C King 21 d H Brown, M Marshman 16 d B McQuire 15, G Cheek 14 lost to M Hayes 21. Premiership Table Owen 87 +152 Mallala White 86 +120 Mallala Black 77 +116 Port Wakefield 59 -21 Two Wells Red 58 -14 Balaklava Red 51 -23 Balaklava Gold 51 -120 Hamley Bridge 50 -25 Two Wells White 47 -64 Balaklava Green 32 -121

Croquet Mid North

Resutls from January 27th. Balaklava ventured to Clare on a fairly warm day. The girls had been finding it very hard to win a match at Clare, but went with an open mind. Ellie and Ruth were finding it hard to make a start. Ruth being stuck at hoop two for more than two thirds of the match and Ellie not making her usual long roquets. This gave Dulcie and Nancy a chance to get ahead making 14 hoops to 10. Lynne struggled to get through the first hoop but once through went ahead to make seven. Chris also made seven while their opponents Jenny and Anne made five each. Balaklava 28 def Clare 20. N Williams 8 d E Hooper 5, D Williams 6 d R Loader 5, L Sutton 7 d J Stevens 5, C Reimers 7 d A Mader 5,

Golf Balaklava Men

Confusion over the likely maximum temperature last Saturday probably led to a few missed golfing opportunities, but not for the 25 hardy souls who played a Par competition, hitting off at varying times of the day. The A Grade field, which included the national quince champion Emu Ackland, was dominated by young Tate Michael who boosted his E.B.P. rating considerably with a very healthy, winning return of +3. Demon cheese arranger Merv. Hameister cruised in all square while Bill Berry, he who famously invented the word “xknugg”, nipped into third place with -1.

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Todd Thorne proudly wears the prestigious Brown Jacket.

Behind them, in staggered file, appeared M. Smith (-2), I. Michael (-3), M. Day (-3), G. Ackland (-4) and wearing an appropriate paper bag over his head, M. Loy (-8). Housing Hinspector for Hire DHigby HAddison (+4) wrestled the B Grade crown from that agricultural legend Scott Michael on a count back. Standing off from this uncultured melee was a trim, tailored, tactful Rob Veitch, happy to stand under his hat and accept thunderous applause for his 3rd. place winning score of +2. It was left to J. Michael (square), G. Toms (-2), D. Trickett (-4) and particularly G. Sonntag (-9 !*?#) to make up the numbers. For the C Graders, it was a case of deja vu all over again as tyro Corey Temby stole the limelight, scoring +8 and pouring a bucket-load of disappointment over both jumpin’ James Napper (+6) and junior juggernaut Jordan Wilson (+5). The rest of the pack was led in by the elegant T. Matz (+3), J. Taylor (square), M. Hahesy (square), C. Hahesy (-4), M. Bell (-5) and D. Robinson (-6). Jake Michael, our sole Junior player, continued to show solid improvement, returning square with the card. Although this proved to be a Birdiefree zone, nonetheless Rob Veitch helped himself to a Nearest the Pin on the 3rd., Military Merv. Hameister on both the 8th. and 15th., Tate Michael the 10th. and the mighty Muzz, Murray Smith the 17th. If you’ve been troubled by a strange, persistent pattering noise recently, relax. It’s not early-onset tinnitus, but the sound of our shiny new GolfLink cards landing in letter boxes throughout the burrough. Healthy Thursday twilight chook-golf numbers continue to please the relevant committee members and all of us should be more than encouraged by predicted perfect conditions for this Saturday - we could all try hitting off from around 11.30am?

Balaklava Mid Week

Results: Wednesday January 27. John Michael 48, Merv Hameister 45, Doug Taylor, Mike Hahgsy 43, Dene Newton 40, Bill Berry 38, Don Anderson 37, Martyn Bell 37, Chris Hahgsy 36, gerry Toms 32. Birdies: Merv Mameister no. 1,2,3. John Michael No. 7.

Hamley Bridge

Twenty-nine players competed in Thursday’s stableford event with near perfect conditions. Noel Stringer who hasn’t been mentioned in despatch for some time “returned from the wilderness” winning

Clarke 45, 44.1 (21) 111, C Williams 40, 47.4 (19) 110, J Samuel 43.2, 46.1 (16) 108, M Bialkowski 41.1, 44.2 (18) 106, T D’Douza 40, 46 (V) 86, A Henderson 34, 45.2 (V) 79. Cyclists and Torrens Valley F Class. F Open: R Braund 186, F Standard: C Green 187, Sighters D Zerbe 51/60. Handicap results: C Green 92, 95 (22) 200, D Zerbe 89, 90 (33) 200, M Williams 88, 96 (25) 200, R Hatton 90, 88 (31) 200, R Braund 95, 81 (15) 200, L Bament 88, 83, (28) 199, G Hutchings 88, 94 (17) 199, R Exon 68, 81 (49) 198, B Clifton 70, 69 (39) 169. Phoenix F Class. F Standard: S Cowie 108, Sighters: S Cowie. Handicap results: S Cowie 49, 59 (11) 119, E Kanik 54, 52 (12) 118, C Mousley 50, 54 (12) 116, K Neale 51, 52 (12) 115, R Mousley 53, 55, (4) 112. Light River. A Grade: G Mincham 99.7, B Grade: P Bothwell 94.3, Sighters G Mincham 20.1. Handicap results: B Clark 47.2, 48.5 (15) 117, G Mincham 49.2, 50.5 (10) 116, P Bothwell 45.1, 49.2 (19) 116, R Robertson 44.1, 46.1 (20) 112, G Buddle 43.2, 47.3 (18) 112, B W Rightson 43.3, 48.3 (14) 111. Postal and Railways. A Grade: R Cunningham 97.8, B Grade: D Barr 80.3, C Grade: A McFarlane 82.3, Sighters: V Synusas 19.2. Handicap results: R Cunningham 49.4, 48.4, 97.8, S Giles 45.2, 48.3, 93.5, V Syhusas 46.3, 46.3, 92.6, A McFarlane 39.1, 43.2, 82.3, T Button 43, 39.1, 82.1, M Spendelave 42, 39, 81, D Barr 38, 42.3, 80.3, M Bethune 38, 41.4, 79.4, A Bushell 41, 35, 76, B Phillips 39, 35.1, 74.1.

Results from 30/01/10. Cyclists and Torrens Valley. A Grade: P Bradshaw 97.7, B Grade: G Apthomas 88.4, Sighters: D Bradey 19.1. Handicap results: P Bradshaw 47.1, 50.6 (4) 100, D Bradey 48.3, 47.1 (4) 99, K Sellick 47.3, 46.1 (4) 97, P Gale 47.3, 47.3 (3) 97, G Apthomas 44.2, 44.2 (2) 96, F Pinyon 46.1, 45.1 (4) 95, J Pinyon 45.2, 41.2 (7) 93, R Nicholls 39.1, 38.1 (9) 86. Phoenix. A Grade: M Challem 96.4, B Grade: G Henderson 92.3, Sighters G Henderson 19. Handicap results: C George 48.4, 47.3 (18) 120, D Logos 45.3, 46.3 (20) 117, G Henderson 47.2, 45.1 (22) 117, M Challem 47.3, 49.1 (16) 116, D

Results from Tuesday 26/01/10. 20 Target Continental: AA and Overall: D Mills 33/33, 2nd: G Read 32/33. A: G Hopgood 19/20, 2nd: B Cottell 18/20. B: A Tapscott 31/32, L Piscioneri 31/32. C: J Wheatley 23/25, 2nd J Gilbert 22/25. 50 Target Point Score: AA: D Mills 146/150, 2nd A Vilcins 143/150. A: B Cottell 135/150, 2nd G Hopgood 134/150. B and Overall: M Pontifex 147/150, 2nd L Piscioneri 146/150. C: G Gilbert 136/150, 2nd M Chegwidden 128/150. 20 Target Handicap Australia Day Medals: 1st T Oconnor 20/20, 2nd L Pisconeri 22/24, 3rd A Goodridge 23/26. Overall High Gun: L Pisconeri 184/190. Winning Team: Lower North 84/100. M Pontifex, A Tapscott, J Byrnes, G Tapscott, B Duncan.

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Results of Senior Grade cricket played on January 30

Mallala vs Long Plains Match won by Mallala Mallala Batting W.Rudd ct S.McArdle b J.McArdle.......... 0 D.Cawrse lbw M.Warnes......................... 0 M.Birchmore Not Out........................... 109 J.Birchmore ctc S.McArdle b M.Warnes.. 3 K.Curnow b S.McArdle.......................... 44 J.Bowden b T.Daniel................................ 4 A.Fisher st H.Pym b J.McArdle............. 12 B.Martin Not Out...................................... 8 R.Work................................................DNB B.Goudie............................................DNB J.Charnstrom......................................DNB Extras 15 Total 6/195 Long Plains Bowling Bowler O M W R M.East 3 1 0 22 M.Warnes 4.3 1 2 9 J.McArdle 9 0 2 49 T.Daniel 7.3 0 1 42 S.McArdle 10 1 1 24 R.Calley 5 0 0 16 T.McArdle 2 0 0 18

Long Plains Batting H.Pym b D.Cawrse................................ 25 S.Schulz b K.Curnow............................ 17 R.Bushell ct J.Birchmore b D.Cawrse... 13 K.Daniel ct K.Curnow b D.Cawrse........ 10 R.Calley ct J.Bowden b D.Cawrse.......... 0 T.McArdle ct J.Charnstrom b J.Birchmo 20 T.Daniel Not Out.................................... 19 S.McArdle ct D.Cawrse b K.Curnow....... 9 M.East ct W.Rudd b K.Curnow................ 0 J.McArld ct B.Martin b W.Rudd............. 21 M.Warnes Not Out................................... 0 Extras 6 Total 9/142 Mallala Bowling Bowler O M W R J.Birchmore 7 0 1 39 A.Fisher 10 3 0 25 K.Curnow 8 2 3 16 D.Cawrse 8 0 4 35 M.Birchmore 3 0 0 8 B.Goudie 1 0 0 9 W.Rudd .4 0 1 4

Results of Senior Grade cricket played on January 23

Hamley Bridge vs Long Plains Match won by Long Plains Hamley Batting S.Gregory ct K.Daniel b M.East.............. 0 J.Smith ct Sam McArdle b J.McArdle...... 0 T.Smith ct Sam McArdle b M.East........... 0 J.Schahinger ct T.McArdle b J.McArdle... 0 A.McCabe b J.McArdle............................ 1 J.Eastwood ct T.Daniel b J.McArdle........ 0 A.Rademacher b T.Daniel........................ 5 A.Martin ct T.McArdle b J.McArdle.......... 0 L.Slok lbw T.Daniel................................ 10 S.Ireland Not Out..................................... 3 A.Power b J.McArdle............................... 4 Extras 11 Total 10/34 Long Plains Bowling Bowler O M W R M.East 3 2 2 1 J.McArdle 6.3 2 6 17 T.Daniel 4 3 2 5

Long Plains Batting S.Schulz ct & b A.McCabe.................... 16 R.Bushell b J.Schahinger.......................11 M.Trussell ct J.Eastwood b L.Slok........... 5 Sam McArdle ct Rademacher b A.McC 25 K.Daniel ct S.Ireland b A.McCabe......... 15 R.Calley lbw A.McCabe........................... 0 T.Daniel ct Rademcher b A.McCabe....... 5 J.McArdle lbw L.Slok............................... 4 M.East b L.Slok....................................... 1 T.McArdle Not Out................................... 1 Scott McArdle ct L.Slok bb T.Smith......... 1 Extras 6 Total 10/90 Hamley Bowling Bowler O M W R J.Schahinger 8 1 1 18 L.Slok 8 3 3 21 A.McCabe 10 3 5 22 A.Power 3 0 0 18 T.Smith 1.2 0 1 5

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Marc’s PGK Concrete Meats Grey or Coloured

Master Builder Ass.

•Garage Floors •Driveways •Verandahs •Paths

Lic No BLD198659

34 George Street, Balaklava

250

Phone 0400 153 114 or 8867 1218

Earth Moving

Bobcat Service • Bobcat and tipper truck • No job too small • Free quotes Contact Rodney Clark (m) 0428 310 406 (a/h) 8864 5016

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Business

Bus Hire

Concreting

Earthworx

REDBANKS CONCRETE • Adelaide to Broken Hill Passenger Service • School charter •Sports transfers & social clubs Ph: 8285 6900 Fax: 8285 6998 Mobile: 0427 300 073 Web: www.busesrus .com.au

Cabinet Maker Kym & Julie McPharlin, Proprietors

Mack’s Cabinets Quality kitchens - built-ins vanities - modulars. Free measure and quotes.

Many patterns and Colours to choose from!

• Driveways & Footpaths • Foundations • Shed Floors •‘TEXCRETE’- Pattern Pave Concrete

2-6 Howe St, Balaklava - Ph 8862 1074

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Electrician

Electrician Dave Millar

Lot 2 section 339 Port Wakefield Hwy, Port Wakefield SA 5550

Mobile: 0417 876 746 Email: millarda@bigpond.com

Phone: 8529 2056 Electrician

Waratah Earthworx

3Bobcat 3Tipper 3Excavator 3Excavations 3Trenching 3Civil work 3Rubbish removal 3Site levelling 3Hole boring / cartage 3Slashing

Mark Loy - A Class Electrician

3 Installation 3 Safety switches 3 TV points 3 Telephone points 3 Garden lights 3 Repairs / rewiring 3 Smoke alarms Saint Street, Balaklava Ph/Fax: 8862 1034 , Mob: 0427 979 607

Exhaust & Brakes

Multi Exhaust & Brake Virginia • Exhaust • Brakes • Suspension • Radiators • Servicing Cnr Old Pt Wakefield & Gawler Rd, Virginia Phone: 8380 9477

Exhaust & Auto Repair

3 MECHANICAL REPAIRS 3 SUSPENSION REPAIRS 3 EXHAUST & ENGINE REBUILDS 3 REPAIRS ALL MAKES inc. TOYOTA Simon Exhaust & Auto Repairs

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Fencing

LOCAL Computer Services

3 Carpets, vinyls, blinds & awnings. 3 Selection of woven rugs. 3 Free measure & quote.

(P) 8862 2127 (M) 0407 608 445

Grant Fisher 8862 1988 or 0407 807 123

Carpet Supplies

‘We Cover the Country’

❋ Repairs & Rewiring ❋ Safety Switches

Will add rustic charm to any property!

Business

Balaklava Stitch Joint

❋ Wiring ❋ Installation

13 Railway Tce, Balaklava Phone 8862 1795 A/h 8862 1799 - Gary Mobile 0428 391 146

John Nemet - 0408 896 523

Phone 8862 1166 Mobile 0429 642 120 A/H 8862 1001

Sandgate Street, Balaklava, PO Box 252

‘A’ Class Electrician

Balaklava

For friendly service and quality guaranteed, call in and see Marc and staff.

Phone 8862 1041

installed including labour

For quality care & education

Balaklava Town Hall

Digital TV aerial Installation

Electrician

Licence: PGE184613

Open 7.45am-5.45pm Mon-Fri Playgroup Wed mornings 9.30-11.30am

Nicholas Mathew 8520 2555 Greg McLean 8844 5044

Phone 8862 2050

Bakery

Open Monday - Friday: 6.30am - 5.30pm Saturday: 7am - 11.30am

✦ Specialists in Apprenticeships/Traineeships ✦ Labour Hire & Permanent employees ✦ We cover all industries & occupations

For: 3 Crash repairs 3 Car detailing 3 Windscreen replacement

Business

•Childcare •Pre-School •Playgroup

Statewide Group Training & Mid State Employment

Balaklava Crash Repairs

Phone 8862 1274

Proprietors A.Rosser, B.Wiltshire, M.Rowett

Contact 0408 086 019 (M) 3 Fisher Street, Balaklava SA 5461

Employment

Crash Repairs See Simon & Philip Taylor at

Lic No. A000 1347

Abrasive Blasting

9 Howe Street, Balaklava Ph: 8862 1977 Fax: 8862 1997 Email sales@plainsproducer.com.au

Incl GST

Lic No’s: PGE 2045 & ACRS: A001510

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Mid North Computer Services Built to order from top quality brands

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Laptops Desktops Printers Upgrades

30 George Street, Balaklava - Ph: 8862 2409 Business Hours 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday

Cunninghams Balaklava Railway Terrace, Balaklava - Ph: 8862 2158 Email: cunbal@rbe.net.au 3Air Liquide 3liquid arc, 3welding equipment 3 welding gases

GENERAL ENGINEERS Engineering

Goldney Welding 3Manufacturing, Alterations & Repairs 3Agricultural, Commercial & Domestic 3On site welding & repairs 3Steel Supplies Corner railway tce & Dunns Rd, Balaklava Mob 0419 807 406, Ph/Fax: 8862 2322

For all your rural & domestic fencing needs

ANDREW ROWE Fencing Contractor - NANTAWARRA -

Phone/Fax: 8864 2220 Mobile: 0429 642 221

Fencing

The Fencing Bloke Mark Gardner Ph: 0428 109 842 - Mallala

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Hairdresser

PHONE: 8862 1977 EMAIL: sales@plainsproducer.com.au FAX: 8862 1997

Balaklava Shearing Shed

Sheds & Roofing

Printing

Motor Vehicles

Holden Specialists Since 1930

Upmarket salon with cheap country prices

Andy’s Sheds & Roofing

v Used Cars

• Kiddies haircut corner • Beauty & private waxing room

v Service

21 Edith Tce, Balaklava - Ph 8862 1629

v Genuine GM Holden Parts

Hairdresser

Cutz ‘N ’ Curlz

Hair & beauty

Custom Verandahs Don’t be left with ink on your hands, Leave that to us!!

Balaklava Motors

◆ Cuts ◆ Perms ◆ Colours ◆ Spray tans ◆ Ear piercing ◆ Waxing ◆ Eye brow & lash tinting

• Domestic • Industrial • Rural • Commercial • Yorke Peninsula • Mid North

Mob: 0419 038 948

PHone: 8862 1030

19 Wallace St, Balaklava - Ph:8862 1441

Insurance David Lester Insurance Agencies

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Newsagency

Balaklava Newsagency

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Solid Plastering

Mick Madigan

BLD Lic. 46967

Office & residence - 25 Harris St, Balaklava Email - dalina@rbe.net.au

30 George Street Ph/Fax 8862 1725 ❋ Newspapers ❋ Books ❋ Large Range of Magazines ❋ Stationery ❋ Office Supplies ❋ Gifts ❋ Cards & Wrappings Professional Laminating Service Home Delivery Service

Business

•Specialising in solid plastering of all types •Licenced applicator of Dulux / Unitex textured coatings •Cracks professionally repaired 26 Years Phone 0407 399 019 Experience

Landscaping

Painter

Rural Supplies

Stock Agent

For all general insurances • ANZIIF (Snr Assoc), C.I.P • Agent for: CGU Insurance Ltd

Phone 8862 1549 any time

Cousins

Garden Supplies

Open Days

T.A Redden

Painter

• Soils & sands • Firewood • Sleepers • Landscape barks • Rubble & metals • Decorative mulches • Concrete products • Garden rocks • Stones & pebbles Gawler ➞ Main North Road

Cousins Garden Sup.

Rocla

Tiver Rd

Muno

Lic No. R27142

WH Treverton

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Painter & Decorator

• Water Wise Planting • Water Saving Irrigation • Design• Paving • Retaining Walls • Lattice • Screens

• Call for all painting & crack repairing • New & older homes and renovations

Wayne Petney 0413 037 074

Pergolas & Timber

Lawns & Gardens •Lawn mowing •Gardening •Landscaping •Window Cleaning FREE Quotes • Fertilising •Root boosting lawns FULLY Insured • Mulching •Rain water tanks FULLY Guaranteed •Weeding •Rubbish removal

Pool Chemicals Bird Seed Redwing Boots & Clothing Poly Pipe & Fittings TRANSPORT

15 Railway Tce, Balaklava Free Quotes Mobile: 0417 889 753 BLD Lic No 219551

Lawns & Gardens

BALAKLAVA Phone 8862 1866

FERTILIZERS CONCRETE

Mid North Salt Damp Solutions

Peter Harcourt & Co Corner of George & Scotland St

MICK 0407 3999 019 or DARYLE 0417 870 624

Phone 8862 1728

Plumber

Screen Printing

Timber Supplies

• All general plumbing • Water filters • Competitive Rates • Pensioner Discounts Ph: 8862 1285 Mob: 0418 896 808

Prompt Reliable Service

Mechanical

Embroidery & Screen Printing Specialist Lic. No. PCL 5676

BLD Lic. 190584

Peter Thompson Plumbing Contractor

ABN 58321498535 BLD Lic. 203080

Plumber

Balaklava Diesel & Tyre Service 39 ShortTerrace, Balaklava Phone 8862 1273 or 0417860 822 (A/H)

•FREE no obligation quote

• Taxation consultant. • Accounting & computer services.

Phone: 8524 21 17 Mobile: 0409 093 560

3 General Home Maintenance 3 Industrial & domestic 3 Repairs of all types

Agents for BOC

13 Wallace Street Ph. 8862 1571, Fax 8862 2096 Taxation

• Free measure • Design service All building • Supplier of treated pine materials delivered • Trellis • Decking• Sleepers to your door • Gyprock • Doors • Posts

Maintenance

◆ All Air Conditioning Work ◆ Tyre Sales & Repairs ◆ Specialist diesel mechanic

Your own local store!

Salt Damp Solutions

The Number 1 treatment for curing rising salt damp

Brenton Hissey (m) 0403 018 911 (p) 8525 2572 A/hrs (e) brent_chez@hotmail.com

Mobile: 0417 870 624 Phone / Fax 8844 5214

Supermarket

Phone/Fax 8862 2284

Painter

Make your dream garden a reality

Maintenance

Rural Supplies

J.C. & A.J. Shepherd

Phone Terry on 0407 077 992 7 Yorsdale St, Balaklava PO Box 20

Landscaping

Daryle Forbes

84 - 86 Yorsdale St, Balaklava (off Dunn’s Rd)

Serving the rural community After Hours: Kelly Evans - Livstock 0418 859 953 Shayn Faehrmann - Merchandise/Agronomy/Accounting 0419 829 243 Mel Haynes - Livestock/Real Estate/Insurance 0408 086 602 Chris Kannenberg - Merchandise 0417 087 319 Geoff Knappstein - Real Estate 0407 790 210 Michael Wildash - CGU Insurance 0417 167 732 Emma Menadue - WFI Insurance 0427 170 821 Ron Sutcliffe - Rural Finance Manager 0439 449 577

and Rural Merchandise

• Free Quotes

Tiver Road, Evanston South Phone: 8522 5122

Balaklava Agency Ph: 8862 1333 Fax: 8862 1007

Rain Water TANKS

Steve Robertson Plumbing & Gas 5 Peek Street, Balaklava Phone 8862 1818, Mobile 0409 848 995 • Master plumber •gas fitter •drain cleaning •roof & gutter repairs •all types of plumbing & supplies.

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Plumber

Septic Tank Cleaning

Ford motor vehicle dealers

•General automotive repairs •RAA service. •New cars, used cars, light commercials, •Parts and service.

1 Edith Terrace, Balaklava Phone 8862 1477 Plains Producer, Wednesday February 3, 2010

Phone: 8522 6504 Fax: 8523 2009

Lot 9 Kelly Road, Willaston

Business

McCracken Ford

R & M Timber Supplies

• Let us customise a design for you • Installation service is available • Huge range of timber & hardware at discount prices

Lic. Nos. R18279, SR18279, 4662. Member of the Master Plumbers Association

Motor Vehicles

Pergolas - Carports - timber decks

Allan Garrard • Septic Tank Cleaning • Grass & Lawn Cutting Ph: 0439 500 961 28 Victoria Road, Clare

Tree Lopping

A cut above the rest

OUT ON A LIMB 3 Experts in tree lopping with 20 years experience 3 Licensed and insured including large trees 3 Cherry picker, mulcher and stump grinder Will beat any written quote

Phone: Brad 0458 253 952 Tree Lopping

Fox Tree Lopping & Tower Hire • Trees & Mistletoe Removed *Conditions •24 Hour Emergency Service Apply •Full public liability insurance • Branches Mulched •Free Quote We’ll beat any other written quote* Ph: 8842 2716 or 0417 460 174

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Australia’s leading hay exporter

Cereal ‘with attitude’

CSIRO research team uses barley to boost wheat vigour Increasing the vigour of cereal crops can lead to more efficient water use and increased grain yields. It can also reduce weeds and increase nutrient uptake. Dr Richard Richards is leader of the CSIRO’s High Performance Crops Program. His focus is on breeding higher yielding wheat and gaining a better understanding of the genetic variations in wheat growth, development and yield. His team has produced unique wheat plants by combining different traits that control vigour, from varieties found in Australia and around the world. Speaking on the GRDC’s latest Driving Agronomy 2010 audio compact disc for the southern region, Dr Richards believes these super vigorous wheats are different to other varieties anywhere else in the world and have deeper, more extensive root systems and more

increasing crop vigour to ensure more rainfall is used by the plant and less evaporates from the soil surface. He says it is a balancing act to choose the right variety of wheat for the range of climate conditions possible during a growing season. In dry years, the super vigor-

extensive branching. The key to unlocking this new vigour in wheat actually came from barley. Dr Richards observed barley growing side by side with wheat and noted barley was more vigorous with extra tillers and was better yielding than wheat in dry environments.

CROP DOCTOR By Peter Reading, managing director of the Grains Research and Development Corporation The team worked out how barley achieved its higher vigour and then set about recreating that in wheat. Dr Richards says crop vigour is important in making best use of rainfall. In many years in southern Australia, only half of the rainfall received in the growing season is used by the crop, meaning the other half is wasted. His focus has been on

ous wheats under development could yield less than current conventional varieties if sown in mid May. But if sown later, they are likely to yield better than current varieties. However in average rainfall years, the super vigorous wheats are expected to perform better than current varieties. The CSIRO team has also been working on wheats that do

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not require as much phosphorus, and is leading the world with its results. Dr Richards says there are two mechanisms in varieties for improving P use efficiency. However, they are not currently found in any of the wheats grown in Australia. The key is in developing wheats with these mechanisms so they can solubilise the large bank of soil P that is currently unavailable to plants. G R D C ’s s u p p l e m e n t s Agronomy and Wheat Breeding are free and can be downloaded from GRDC’s website, www. grdc.com.au, or ordered from Ground Cover Direct, freecall 1800 110044 or email groundcover-direct@canprint.com.au. A GRDC Driving Agronomy 2010 audio compact disc for the southern region is available free (plus postage and handling) through GRDC’s Ground Cover Direct. Order code is GRDC474.

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Contact Shayn 8862 1222

weekly comment

American wheat values hit market

International wheat values have been in decline over the last two weeks largely due to the release of American wheat stock figures in the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) report. According to the USDA report, ending wheat stocks in the US have risen 1.6 million tonnes because of the drop in world usage which has lifted the world end stocks from 190.9 million tonnes to 195.6 million tonnes. With the Australian dollar climbing higher, the possibility of interest rate rises and the weakening US dollar, international wheat prices are under extreme pressure. With the International Grains Council estimating world production for 2010/11 at 653 million tonnes and keeping demand at last year’s record 644 million tonnes, world end stocks of wheat will continue to climb to 204 million tonnes due to the large beginning stocks. Volume buying by the larger importers has been minimal with Saudi Arabia looking to buy 440,000 tonnes of wheat with delivery in March and June. It is expected this will largely come from Russia and EU but its origin is yet to be confirmed. Some tender interest for wheat has reportedly come from Algeria for a March and April delivery. Markets exist for the lower protein wheat from this year’s crop in the Middle East, like Yemen and Iraq, but competition from the cheaper European grains makes it difficult to compete. The instant noodle market in Asia is another option for low protein APW. The US winter wheat seedings are estimated at 37.1 million acres (the lowest for 20 years) compared with 43.3m last year and other spring wheat at 14.3m acres compared to 13.3m last year. Due to government policy in Argentina, wheat plantings are not expected to rise next year despite a crop of only 7.5 million tonnes this year. Wheat exports from the Black Sea are expected to drop from 41.8.million tonnes in 2008/09 to 35.8mmt in the 2009/10 harvest. For more information on local and international grain market developments and grain prices either call your local CBH Grain Regional Manager or 1800 107 759, or go to www.cbh.com.au Contact CBH Grain Regional Manager Henry Carracher, call the Grower Service Centre on 1800 107 759 or visit www.cbhgrain.com.au DISCLAIMER: This Weekly Comment is written by Grain Pool Pty Ltd ABN 39089 394 883 (AFS No. 269743) and may contain general advice which was prepared without taking account of your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should, before acting on the advice, consider the appropriateness of the advice having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs.

GM canola in WA SOUTH Australia is now in danger of falling behind in canola cropping after the Western Australian government’s decision to allow Genetically Modified (GM) canola to be grown this cropping year. Rod Birch, a WA farmer and national convenor of the grassroots farm body, the Producers Forum, said the decision was based on facts, sound science and common-sense. “This is logical, progressive policy. WA farmers need this globally proven and endorsed technology,” he said. “We cannot afford to be shackled to the past. Our key competitors in Canada have had GM canola for 14 years and our colleagues in Victoria and NSW have now had it for two years. “Essentially, we now have another tool in our cropping management kit. GM canola varieties will provide an effective and efficient alternative weed control system to control ryegrass, radish and other weeds.” Plains Producer, Wednesday February 3, 2010

Real Estate Plains Producer

PHONE: 8862 1977 EMAIL: sales@plainsproducer.com.au FAX: 8862 1997 DEADLINE: 5pm Monday

Alcohol & PregnAncy HOYLETON

BALAKLAVA

As new 3 bedroom home.

To be offered firstly as a whole, and if not sold, 2 contingent lots. • Approx. 3kms south east of Hoyleton • 2 large paddocks, mains water connected • Deep red/brown loan soils • 2 freehold titles • Ideal for cereals, hay and legumes

AUCTION: Friday 19th February, 2010 at 2pm in the Auburn Institute (unless sold prior). TERMS: 10% deposit, balance at settlement 19/3/10

No Alcohol Is The sAfesT choIce DurINg PregNANcy AND BreAsTfeeDINg.

Steve Redden 0408 836 914

FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT:

• Well managed, fertile and reliable country

Landmark Redden RIVERTON (08) 8847 2209 www.landmark.com.au

RLA 65389

www.arbias.org.au

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$198,000

Tremendous opportunity to acquire this as new home. Everything has been done for you, so just move in and enjoy. The new kitchen has ample bench space and leads to the open plan lounge / family area. Other wet areas are all well appointed and are good sizes. The home also boasts a full length front and rear verandah and decking to put the finishing touches on that big house warming party you have planned. A big drive through steel framed shed with cement floor and power connected is conveniently situated with extra room behind for other ventures. The home also has the features of a slow combustion heating system and ducted air conditioning. This represents excellent value and should be inspected today.

BALAKLAVA

$165,000

Neat and tidy double brick home.

Ideal first home or investment property and the home has had the bathroom and kitchen renovated and it comes up very well. The floor coverings have been replaced so it is all ready to rent or move in. The home has a semi enclosed verandah making an ideal entertaining or games area, a large 30’ x 20’ x 8’ garage that has a cement floor and power connected. The home features refrigerated air conditioning and insulation in the ceilings. Great chance to get into the market at a very affordable price.

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

Entries close 5pm MONDAY February 22 at 5pm. Criteria: All categories are judged based on their excellence and recognisable efforts which have placed them out of the ordinary and must have occurred during the period December 2009 and January 2010. Leadership and inspirational qualities will need to be shown. o Individual: For a person who has made a significant contribution by way of doing something out of the ordinary. This contribution may have been for the person himself or herself or for the community at a local, state or national level. o Community Group: For not-for-profit organisations/volunteer groups and community groups which have worked on a community-based program which has extended their abilities and provided a positive difference to their local or regional area. o Business: Recognises a business which has grown its output and created employment through being innovative and having a different approach, making it stand out and be seen as taking steps to grow. o Event: Recognises an event which was focused on making the region look at itself in a different light by being innovative and creative. o Support material: You may attach some additional material, but no more than three A4 pages. Press clippings, photographs, flyers etc are acceptable but have to be copied onto A4 size paper. Please do not bind or staple information – use paper clips. o Awards Presentation: All entrants and nominators will be invited to the Adelaide Plains Emu Awards presentationat Hamley Bridge Community Sports Centre at a date in March to be announced soon. o ENTRY FORMS: Available from Wakefield Regional Council office, Scotland Place, Balaklava, or its website, www.wakefieldrc.sa.gov.au o Send entries to: The Plains Producer, 9 Howe Street, Balaklava 5461

Entries close MONDAY February 22 at 5pm Plains Producer, Wednesday February 3, 2010

$220,000

BALAKLAVA

$185,000

· Open plan living home with large windows · 3 bedrooms with 2 WIR’s · Double carport and large workshop/garage · Ideal family home with space · Lounge, dining and separate original kitchen · Renovated bathroom and laundry · Spacious 2 bedrooms with character · Close to shops on large block

WANTED

Single lady requires 3 bedroom home in Balaklava. Low maintenance yard with room for caravan if possible. Settlement required by the March 31, 2010. Budget up to $220,000. Contact Damien Gill 0427 792 128

190 Main North Road, Clare

8842 1154

RLA2162

Public Notice Bowmans

Cash prize to the overall winner, donated by Churches of Christ Life Care

• The Adelaide Plains Emu Awards are open to people who live or work in the regional communities of the Wakefield Regional Council and District Council of Mallala or township of Virginia. • Nominees may be an individual, business, organisation/community group, event or project. • To be eligible, you can be nominated or nominate yourself within ONE category only. The nominee must complete a maximum of 300 words on the appropriate nomination form. • Nominees and nominators should attend the awards ceremony. • The selection panel reserves the right to redirect the nomination to another award category if it is considered more suitable. • The selection panel will have the final decision and no correspondence will be entered into. • All nominations remain the property of Adelaide Plains Marketing Inc.

BALAKLAVA

RLA 150881

“Gulfview” - Prime Farming Land

600

www.jackredden.com.au

Your Property May Suit

191.82 HA (474 acres)

New Listing Required

Lot 34 Government Road 65 acres - 3 bedroom home Must Sell - submit all offers

Community Consultation Level Crossing Safety

Tuesday February 23, 2010 - 7pm Council Chambers, Redbanks Rd, Mallala

Please be advised that a Community Consultation session has been arranged to discuss level crossing safety at the crossings as listed; • Simpkin Road • Pratt Road • Gallipolli Road, and, • Old Dublin Road Any interested persons are invited to attend. Further questions, queries or concerns can be directed to the Infrastructure and Engineering staff by phoning (08) 8527 2196. John Tillack - Manager Infrastructure and Engineering Services

• 41 acres of olives Kalamata 2 acres Mediterranean – Koroneiki majority oil • Olive trees are approx 10 years old. • 26.63 Ha – primary industry zoning • 25 acres of Shiraz vineyard planted 98 – 2002. B Plus fruit, highly regarded • 2010 fruit included in the purchase price. • Bore and Mains water 20 psi – 150kpa irrigation equipment - irrigation licence • 3 bedroom transportable home with lounge, kitchen, secure yard • 10 minutes from Port Wakefield and Balaklava, 1 hour to Adelaide Vendor says must sell, submit all offers Auction this Friday February 5, 2010 at 11am on site David Cook 0419 837 361

RLA205501

www.raywhite.com Clare Valley

Public Notice - Section 7

The vendor's statement relating to matters affecting the advertised properties in this publication may be inspected at the agent's office three business days prior to auction or at the place of auction 30 minutes before sale.

Let Bronte tell your story! Bronte Hewett is our correspondent in Two Wells and keen to talk to anyone from her area who has a story to tell. It may be an anniversary, an achievement, a family story or just something newsworthy you want to share. Call Bronte on 8862 1977 or email: bronte@plainsproducer.com.au

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Coming Events

★Blyth

Cinema

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15 Moore Street, Blyth SA (opp. Medika Gallery)

• The Ugly Truth (MA15+) ★ ★ ★ Romantic /Comedy, Katherine Heigl, Gerard Butler - Fri Feb 5, 8pm • Imagine That (G) ★ ★ ★ Family Fun with Eddie Murphy - Sat Feb 6, 8pm - Fri Feb 12, 8pm • (500) Days of Summer (M) ★ ★ ★ ★ - Sat Feb 13, 8pm - Fri Feb 19, 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)

MORELLA NURSERY Main North Rd, Watervale - Ph: 8843 0111

invites you to…

25% off Plants, Pots, Giftware Sale 1 week only…

February 3 - 10, 2010 Diary Dates: - March 20, 2pm • Speaker Sophie Thompson • Topic - “from the ground up” Bookings appreciated by ringing 8843 0111

Coming Events

WAKEFIELD REGIONAL CALISTHENICS CLUB Monday February 15, 2010

Guest Speakers: Dr. Paul Storer and Stephen Frost CEO Western Mineral Fertilisers

Phone: Greg 0417 862 757 for more info

Hummocks Netball Club

General Meeting Monday February 15

7.30 pm at the Eagles Sports & Community Centre, Port Wakefield

Intending players and coaches names to be submitted prior to this date, late registrations may not be accepted. Names to: Holly Nicholls, President 0409 000 197 Jess Taylor, Secretary 0409 081 513 All players and supporters are encouraged to attend

www.plainsproducer.com.au

12.30pm - 2.30pm at Lutheran Church, Balaklava

Inquiries to Julie White 8863 3003

Balaklava Drama Club Do you want to... 3 Learn and Improve Drama & Public Speaking skills 3 Gain confidence in performance & improvisation … Then join the Drama Club!

Monday Nights - 3:30pm to 4:30pm

Mums Encouragement Group Tuesdays 10am - 11.30am Fortnightly at Balaklava Uniting Church Hall

Contact Kelly Bickle for more information or to register: 8862 1096

Term 1: Feb 9, Feb 23, Mar 9, Mar 23 Term 2: Apr 20, May 4, May 18, June 1, June 15.

Baby boomer DJ Friday February 5 Port Parham Sports & Social Club Phone: 8529 2211

Rising Sun Hotel

30 Edwards Street, Port Wakefield

Chunky Custard

• Sing-a-long then a • Quiet time for Mums over morning tea. • Creche and morning tea for kids provided

Merridy 8862 2296 Danielle 8862 7009

Formal Valentine’s Day Dinner Saturday February 13 at 6pm

• Dress to impress • One lucky couple will be awarded the best dressed couple prize • 3 course dinner with restaurant waiter service • Music provided by DJ • Members $25 per head, Non members $35 per head

Booking essential

Port Parham Sports & Social Club Phone: 8529 2211

Shamus Liptrot

Friday February 26

Charity Dinner & Auction

• $20 per ticket • Street party

Balaklava Town Hall Friday February 12, 2010, 6pm

5pm til late

Sam Kekovich

Saturday February 27 • in beer garden •Australian lamb ambassador as seen on TV • $30 per ticket

Fishing Competition Saturday February 27 • $5

All tickets available now at Rising Sun Hotel

Phone: 8867 1023

Coming Events

Balaklava Golf Ladies General Meeting Tuesday February 9 at 10am

For information contact Pastor Jim 0421 344 662

• Starting Monday February 8 at Horizon Christian School Drama Suite • For students 10 to 18 years old

“IMPROVING SOIL MICROBIOLOGY” 10am at Terminus Hotel

Sunday February 7

4pm at Balaklava Uniting Church Hall

New Tech Farming Pty Ltd is sponsoring a series of Farmer Meetings in S.A. and Vic

Tuesday February 9

Christianity: boring, untrue & irrelevant?

Registration Night

from 8.30 pm - midnight

WHAT’S NEW IN CROP & PASTURE PRODUCTION

Coming Events

Guest Speaker…

Mark Ricciuto Compere…

Anthony Lamond Plus 3 other Comedians Cost: $50 Full bar facilities Tickets selling fast at Balaklava Newsagency Payment needed by February 1.

Marrabel

Bull Ride Saturday February 27 7.30 pm start www.marrabelrodeo.com

BALAKLAVA LUTHERAN YOUTH

PAPER DRIVE Friday Feb 5 2pm - Blyth

Saturday Feb 6 8.30am - Balaklava, Owen, Mallala & Pt Wakefield • Neat tied bundles but magazines & flyers separate if possible • No loose cardboard THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUING SUPPORT

For rent Port Wakefield 2/3 Bedrooms, small yard, 2 sheds, $195 per week, no pets. Phone 8867 5129.

For Sale 1985 Holden Barina. Needs love and care reg BPD 368, $500 o.n.o. Phone 0425 881 204. 1996 Commodore wagon, automatic, good condition, XJR 707, $7,500. Phone 8527 2011. 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. 2000 Mitsubishi Canton tarpliner. Reg XLZ 486. $18,900 ono. Ph 0425 881 204.

Plains Producer, Wednesday February 3, 2009

CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING

For Sale

Wanted

2006 Nissan Navara. Turbo diesel. 41,242km, 5 new tyres, factory snorkel, bullbar and towbar. Excellent condition. $27,500 o.n.o. phone 0428 120 669.

House - 3 bedroom, Two Wells township, large block, $287,000. Call Neil 0407 396 840 to view.

Tank for household heating oil. Phone or txt 0438 621 760.

Beef Calves heifers and steers, 1-3 months, $195$350 each. 7 Hereford steers, 3 months $275 each. Adelaide Hills. Phone 8389 1169. Boat 5.25 Pongrass waverider, half cab, Garmin GPS, all safety equipment, Mackay drive on trailer, 90HP oil injected Evinrude motor, $8,800. Phone Sean 0428 859 852. BOOKS still available. District history of South Hummocks, Nantawarra and Beaufort from author. Rex Penna 8862 1518.

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. Car Ramps, large tilting type, portable, will take large 4wd. Service your vehicle and clean underneath it! Only 2 sets available. P.O.A. Ph Paul 0408 877 769. Caravan - Viscount 15” pop top 26, many extras. Phone 0417 899 120. 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 0428608900 or email dcraike@bigpond.com for photo. Chrysler PT Cruiser 2003, 2 litre auto, black, factory chrome pack (wheels, grill etc), tinted windows, leather trim, heated seats, cruise, a/c, power steering, air bags, CD, 11,000km, excellent condition, always garaged, license plate PTKRUZR $17,950 o.n.o. Phone 0412 887 040 or 8528 6225. Electric lifting chair, red leather recliner. Excellent condition, $700 o.n.o. Phone 0400 885 277. Farmer ramps, large tilting and portable. Versatile as they suit car, ute or 4WD. Portable, strong - new stock has just arrived, 8 sets only. Be quick. Phone 0408 877 769.

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. Mitsubishi Ute, 1983, aluminium tray, 5 speed, registered XBK-499, mechanically good, $1,800 ono. Phone 8847 2239. 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, Ph 8862 1420. Retravision - computers, cameras, iPods, appliances, Telstra dealer, air conditioning, wiring and repairs. Phone 8862 1552. Stained wooden trailer, good condition, 6 x 4, needs rego, $600. After 5pm phone 8863 1204.

Birth Willmer (nee McCracken). Cherie and Grant are delighted to announce the arrival of Connor Luke 7lb, 11oz on January 22. Thanks to the staff at Calvary and Women’s and Childrens, and thanks to family and friends for gifts and well wishes.

Engagement Eckert - Hill. Ellen and Robin (Gus) are happy to announce their engagement on December 22, 2009.

Two seater sofa as new, green fabric, $140. White 2 door child’s wardrobe with drawers inside $10, Dublin. Phone 8529 2320. two single ensemble beds, as new. $100 each. Phone 8862 1581. Can deliver to Balaklava. Whipper snipper $100; mower (not working) $50; 6 small Persian carpets, 3 red, 3 green $25 each; 1 small pedestal table $25; 2 portable colour tvs $80 and $50. Phone 0428842-471.

Lost Have you found a pet galah, flew away from 3 Robinson Street, Balaklava. Would love to hear from you. Phone 8862 2215

Public Notice Balaklava Chemplus free Christmas raffle, (Coffee Machine) winner: Ruth Smith, Balaklava. Balaklava Tidy Towns annual meeting to be held in the CWA on February 9 at 8pm. Anyone interested most welcome. CASH for cans and bottles, Owen Recycling - 18 Railway Tce, Owen. Wed 10-5; Sat 10-1 or by appointment. Ph 8528 6307. Mamogram bus. For bookings please phone Balaklava Hospital 8862 1400 to register your interest.

Horse agistment available, Balaklava area. Safe yards with shelters, use of round yards and feed shed. Plenty of area to ride in. Phone 8862 1178.

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. Bookings 8864 5062.

HORSE FLOAT - Taylors double steel construction. New floor, extra roof height, registered until April 2010, good condition, solid, reliable. $2,500. Ph 0428-842-471.

80th Birthday Happy 80th birthday, 03/02/30. To our amazing precious wife, Mum and Nanna. You are much loved. From Vic, Ken, Heather, Annette, Robin, Vicki, Roger, Carol, Jo Ann, Philip and families.

Toyota Rav 4, 1998 3 door auto Reg WYT 896 $9990 ph: 0428152 267.

Hay- 900 small bales. First cut lucerne hay, $5.50 each including gst. Contact Ray 0438 851 669 or work 8867 1088.

Horse float single. $900 o.n.o contact 0419821609 or bkcowell2002@yahoo. com.au.

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Ryan - Kym. Congratulations and best wishes for your 21st Birthday on February 3, 2010. Love from Mum, Tuck, Scott, Nikki and Sarah. xxxxx

Wanted UTE - aluminium or steel tray, any make or model, any condition. Phone 0427 461 437. HORSES unwanted, top prices, cash, any types, Ph 8524 3640 or 0414 546 217.

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•I.V.F. • Arthritis • Bad Backs • Depression • Chronic Fatigue • Sinusitis • Most health funds Ph: (08) 8849 2060 - Mob: 0417 492 065 Top of Henry Street, Auburn, South Australia 5451

Don’t just stop termites …eliminate them! •Millipedes •Spiders •Rodents •Bees •Weed Control •Flies Servicing Country SA

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Bar staff required for New Dublin Hotel, Dublin. Possible full time position for the right person. RP & gaming badge preferred.

Phone: 0412 057 754

Management Couple Wanted For country hotel, must be easy going and have a good understanding of country life style. Good opportunity for a couple. No gaming is required. Knowledge of basic cooking. Accommodation and meals are included in this package.

Phone: 0429 814 014 or 0408 814 002

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PEST & WEED CONTROL Specialising in the eradication of ... ✓ Flies, Fleas, misc. pests ✓ Rats & Mice ✓ White Ants ✓ Cockroaches ✓ Spiders ✓ Weed spraying

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Antiques - ladies writing desk circa 1890 $400. Piano (German 1909) $300. Corner 2 tiered stand circa 1900 $250. Singer Treadle sewing machine, working, $200. Phone 0437 223 117.

Leigh Dove Tail Jig. Together with all accessories $750. Inspect at 14 George Street, Balaklava or ring 0427 304 415.

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Main North Road, Clare Phone: 8842 2001 A/h: 8844 5041 Toll Free: 1300 856 263 Mobile 0418 859 195

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Dangerous Goods Permanent full time position Hunts Fuel, Jamestown is seeking a confident, reliable and self-motivated individual to deliver petroleum products and lubricants to customers in the Lower/Mid North Regions. The successful applicant will have good communication skills, hold a HC Class Driver Licence and hold or be willing to obtain a Danger Goods Licence. Previous tanker driving experience and/or knowledge of the local area will be highly regarded. Please forward an application outlining your relevant skills and experience to: Kylie Clogg Hunts Fuel PO Box 42 Jamestown SA 5491 Applications close at 5pm on Friday February 5, 2010

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CLARE & GILBERT VALLEYS COUNCIL

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Casual Customer Service Officer Visitor Information Centre

Phone Roger: 0428 419 133

Council has a vacancy for a person who is interested in a customer service role (casual) and is willing to work out of normal business hours at the Visitor Information Centre.

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2008 Kia Rio, auto, low km’s, six months rego, air conditioning. Excellent conditioning, reg no. XSD 641, $12,500. Phone: 0419 621 557.

Large 9 piece pine dining room setting, table 2m x 1m, good condition, $600 ono, phone 0423 395 443, or 8527 2067.

PHONE: 8862 1977 EMAIL: sales@plainsproducer.com.au FAX: 8862 1997

BALAKLAVA PHYSIOTHERAPY Darren Davey & Rodney Burgess Also visiting

Mallala & Two Wells Physio appointments and enquiries

8862 2200 or 0419 842 228 Massage Therapist Kylie Button 0428 359 394

Chiropractor Dr Daryl R Brown Consulting Fridays 9am to 1pm at Balaklava Ambulance Station For appointments phone

8853 2088

Situations Vacant

Position Vacant Casual / part-time or full time position available Hours flexible, some weekend work required. Honest, reliable, caring and self motivated person required at local piggeries. Person must be able to work both in a team situation and unsupervised. Experience an advantage but not necessary. Current drivers licence is required

Please call Shane 0407 716 181

Customer relations skills and experience in interacting with the general public, including interpreting and resolving enquiries, is essential. An appreciation and/or experience with office administrative practices, use of the internet, and experience in computing concepts including database maintenance, will be highly regarded. Enquiries and requests for the job description to be directed to Ms Heather Lymburn, on 88423817 email: lymburn.heather@plain.sa.gov. au or Council’s website www.claregilbertvalleys. sa.gov.au Your application must address the Person Specification, include the names of at least two current business referees, and be received by Friday February 19, 2010, addressed Clare & Gilbert Valleys Council 4 Gleeson Street CLARE 5453 Roy Blight Chief Executive Officer

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Brianna’s state basketball high Bouncing her way into the State side, Brianna Wedding recently returned to her hometown of Owen on a high after the Pacific Coast Slam basketball tournament in Port Macquarie, NSW. Although the side only had one win, the experience was ‘awesome’ for the first time South Australian representative. Brianna, 15, said the team played six games and won against New Zealand in the U17 womens competition. “ I played three and a half

By Bronte Hewett games because of an ankle injury,” the talented post player said. Having played since she was eight years old, Brianna has quite a collection of trophies, her favourites being Adelaide Plains’ best and fairest, and a State grand final win with local superstar Olivia Thompson, who is a bit of an inspiration for Brianna. “She is a gun, I saw her at State trials and she talked to me and helped me through the trials,” Brianna said. Brianna said the State experience was hard but rewarding, and she initially lacked motiva-

Bowls teams named for Region 8

Fun to watch: n Tiffani Graham, (left) and Rachel Dunstan, Owen, watching Rachel’s brother Jarrad play in Div 3 boys.

By John Glistak

But it can get boring! n Tyler Moulds, who had completed his game, playing Nintendo DS, ignoring the action around him.

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tion. The support and personal training from local coaches to prepare and encourage her for State level is what helped her along the way. Lee Wright and Wayne Hill spent endless hours in the gym with Brianna before her trip and kept her motivated. “Without them I wouldn’t have made it,” she said. As a gift, Deb Robinson gave Brianna a singlet which formerly belonged to NBL star Brett Maher. “Before I got the singlet, I wasn’t very motivated,” she said. She felt the effects of all her training and experience when she returned to court in Balaklava last Friday, scoring 36 points for her local team.

Region 8 Lower North teams have been named for the Country Round Robin bowls competition to be held in the metropolitan area from February 9–12. The men start their competition at the Marion Bowling Club on Tuesday, then at KensingtonMarryatville, Payneham and Ascot Park in the following three days. The players are Peter Reimann (Auburn), David Lamond, Peter Thompson (Balaklava), Bob Brandt, Ian Dinham, Brenton Brown (Clare), Anthony O’Brien, Darcy Rex, Barry Smith (Hamley Bridge), Mick Perrin, Neville Weckert (Koolunga), Ray Hudson, Bob Bradley (Mintaro), Neville Aitchison, John Spackman (Mundoora), Barry Mullins, Neil Rogers, Dean Willmott, Jason McMillan (Riverton), Greg Kotz (Robertstown). Manager is Ray Atkinson (Snowtown) Women bowlers start their competition at Ascot Park on the Tuesday, then West Lakes, Grange and Holdfast Bay over the following three days. The players selected are: Lyn Wildash (Auburn), Joy Milton (Balaklava), Sue Yates (Brinkworth), Marilyn Brandt (Clare), Natalie Fyfe, Kate Smith (Hamley Bridge), Bev Roney, Carol King (Mallala), Jackie Hayes, Helen Stringer, Wendy Aitchison (Mundoora), Diane Clements (Redhill), Ann Harrip, Cathy Greenslade, Marg Keast (Riverton), Marg Maylin (Two Wells). The reserves are: Venita Rowen (Snowtown) and Nancy Bubner (Hamley Bridge). Manager is Maxine Baldock.

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