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The big winners

Brock, Piccolo get vote of confidence

LAUREN HERMON reports: The two big local winners from Saturday’s State election were Frome Independent MP, Geoff Brock and Tony Piccolo, the Labor MP for Light. Tony Piccolo defied a strong state-wide swing against Labor to be returned to State Parliament with an increased majority. With voting still continuing as thousands of postal and absentee votes remain to be counted, Mr Piccolo had by latest Electoral Commission figures on Monday night received a two party preferred vote of 54.9 per cent – compared to 52.1 cent in 2006. Mr Piccolo thanked the Light community for their on-going support. “While I am very proud of my election results, I am also very humbled by them,” he said. “I will continue to work very hard to live up to the community’s expectations.

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Promising to continue to work hard to serve the community and to ensure he gives them a voice, he said his win was also due to good State Labor

Government policies in the area of infrastructure and education. “People were concerned about public transport, road infrastructure, education and I made sure I focused on them and responded to those needs,” he said. Mr Piccolo said he would spend the first few months of his new term of office developing an agenda for the next four years. Independent MP for Frome, Geoff Brock more than doubled his voting tally with 9,027 votes with a percentage of 57.7. Mr Brock said he did his very best to gain the result and was “ecstatic” with the outcome. “I’m very passionate about regional South Australia,” he said. He promoted the importance of being an Independent and its benefits. “Independents have no ties. There are no major political parties.” n Cont. Page 11

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THEY have reason to jump for joy! Fishermen Darren Applebee (left) and Anthony Cavallaro are excited about the prospect of the new boat ramp at Middle Beach. Work starts today. Read Bronte Hewett’s report, Page 2. – PICTURE: Bronte Hewett

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A week of harmony A united feeling of harmony flowed through Balaklava as Harmony Day graced its presence at Balaklava High School oval yesterday. Students from Balaklava High and Primary School along with the Children Centre attended with many dressed in orange, the traditional colour for Harmony Day. The theme for Harmony Day 2010 was ‘express yourself’ – a message to encourage people to demonstrate their culture through food, fashion and performance. Spelling out the words ‘Everyone Belongs’ on the school oval yesterday, the students looked united. Harmony Day was celebrated on Sunday, but hundreds of South Australian schools will celebrate it during the week.

FISHERMEN Anthony Cavallaro and Darren Applebee prepare to launch their boat for the last time at the old Middle beach ramp.

CONSTRUCTION SET TO START TODAY AT MIDDLE BEACH:

After a 15 year battle, ramp finally launched

Construction of Middle Beach’s infamous boat ramp begins today. Building starts just over one year after a six-five vote at District Council of Mallala’s meeting tipped the scales in favour of the revised boat ramp plan, when cost cuts were put in place. Construction group Watpac have been contracted for the job, which will include a new boat ramp and floating pontoon. The native title clearance, which was causing delay, was received last week. Local fishermen Darren Applebee and Anthony Cavallaro believe the boat ramp will be a great asset for the community. “It’s good to see it finally happen.

By Bronte Hewett We launch our boats here all the time, so it’s going to make life a bit easier,” Mr Applebee said. He added it would definitely increase safety, while Mr Cavallaro said any sort of development was a boost for the district. “It’s development and progress, which is never really a bad thing,” Mr Cavallaro said. The $442,000 project, which divided the community during consultations, was finally approved by DCM on March 17 last year. A single councillor changed stance and voted for the boat ramp after costs to council were reduced

from $150,000 to $67,000. However, a final vote in January this year saw the voting go 8-3 in favour of the ramp. For the Mallala Foreshore Advisory Committee, the boat ramp acknowledges 15 years of planning, refining and lobbying. Committee president Barb Reid said the committee was breathing a sigh of relief. “We’re all greatly relieved and excited at the prospect,” she said. “It’s going to be a great boom for the district,” she said. The committee is made up of five locals, John Drexel, Malcolm Frost, Steve Kennedy, Sam Williams and Barb. And Middle Beach Boat Owners and Progress Club president, John

Drexel is feeling especially relieved after conceiving the idea in 1995. “It’s very satisfying after 15 years of personal input. “I have to also give credit to the committee, for their input,” Mr Drexel said. Mr Drexel said the final 8-3 vote at council was also satisfying for the committee, having initially had very little support from council. He added he believed this was just the start of things, and the boat ramp would help put Mallala on the map, especially in light of the proposed population growth in the area. South Australian Boating and Advisory Committee contributed $275,000 and the Federal government’s Department of Forestry and Fisheries $100,000

No rise on dog rego’s Mallala Council’s Strategic Community and Governance committee has voted against increasing dog registration fees over three years in the Mallala district. The committee also considered a proposal for council to consider an increase of ordinary dog fees from $40 to $45, with all concessions applied proportionately. However, this motion was also lost. Councillors Daniele, Strudwicke and Howard voted in favour of the motion, while Councillors Picard, Fabrici, Jones, Summerton and Keen voted against.

Set to play

Eudunda-Robertstown football and netball club is preparing for the coming season as the newly amalgamated Southern Saints club in the North Eastern Football League. There was talk last year of Robertstown joining the Adelaide Plains football and netball competitions.

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NEWS v District

Plenty to consider in council plan

Wakefield Regional Council’s Strategic Management Plan 2010-14 identifies council’s priorities for the next four years, but chief executive officer, Phil Barry, said no one objective was more important than the other. “It’s difficult to choose which one objective is over-arching over another, because each is important to the framework of the community,” Mr Barry said. The plan’s strategic directions focus on the sustainability of the community, infrastructure, economic development and governance. According to Mr Barry, com-

munity sustainability is now at a higher level than it was in the 2006-10 plan. “Council recognises the importance of town committees and working with them to benefit the community,” Mr Barry said. With a major focus on the ageing community, council will work to address the needs of the community which require special access to health and medical service and suitable housing and accommodation. Mr Barry said the future of the community was vital to the plan, and council will also work to increase growth in population through at-

tracting and retaining new residents and businesses. “We want the area to prosper, but it needs to be affordable and ultimately benefit the community,” Mr Barry said. Another key objective Mr Barry said is important to the framework of a sustainable community is infrastructure, particularly in regard to waste water reuse. “Council is pro-active in the approach to waste water reuse to create environmental benefit,” he said. Implemented plans to improve the use of treated water in maintaining parks and other council facilities

are in measure with an increased number of parks and other council facilities maintained using recycled water. Mr Barry highlighted the importance of investigating cost effective opportunities for storm water harvesting and said council had on-going activities to retain water. The Strategic Management Plan was developed through consultation with town committees, literature search, workshops with council members and senior council staff and input and analysis by an external consultant. Mr Barry said council’s plan

needed to be manageable and affordable for the town’s economic development to remain strong. The plan also details multiple risk factors and threats which are identified in order to be alert and attempt to prevent any issues arising. “We need to recognise prosperity cannot be achieved overnight. “We need to be patient and walk before we can run to avoid making future mistakes in haste,” Mr Barry said. To access the updated 2010-14 Strategic Management Plan, visit Wakefield Regional Council’s website, www.wakefieldrc.sa.gov.au.

Movie team will visit Snowtown

What a corker! Balaklava Girl Guides ‘Call for Corks’ – From left, rear: Ruth Arikawe, Sally Cowan, Andrea Fisher, Anja Pieterson, Mandy McGlede, Di Chivell, Jessie Geisler, Sara Eitzen. Front: Brooke Purdue and Cheyanne Pennycuick. With 2010 marking the year of the Girl Guide and the centenary of guiding worldwide, local Guides are planning a “corker” of a year. Our Guides are among many groups who are aiming to increase the recycling rate of corks through the Girl Guides Cork Recycling Program. Girl Guides is a world leader in cork recycling and has been collecting corks in every state and territory since 1992. The corks collected by girl

guides are sold for recycling into a wide range of cork products and flooring. The money raised is used to enable less fortunate girls to take part in the program. For more information on Girl Guide recycling visit www. callforcorks.com.au Balaklava residents can help out by contacting Di Chivell 88621 483 Corks can also be dropped off to selected Body Shop outlets, BWS stores and Bank of Queensland branches.

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Victorian film makers of the proposed Snowtown ‘Bodies in the Barrels’ film will meet with Snowtown Management Committee at the end of March, before starting any work on the film. The scheduled meeting will give both sides an opportunity to discuss any concerns relating to the film. Independent MP for Frome, Geoff Brock, contacted chief executive officer of South Australian Film Corporation, Richard Harris, last Tuesday after learning of SA Film Corporation’s $212,000 funding towards the film’s production. Mr Brock said Mr Harris advised him they (SA Film Corporation) were“very aware of the sensitivity of the issues and have been discussing how to proceed with the film makers.” “They have an inprinciple agreement for the film makers to talk to the victims’families– and also the local Snowtown Management Committee before starting any work,” Mr Brock said. “They are also talking to the Victims Rights Commissioner.” Mr Brock said Mr Harris told him the SA Film Corporation had read the film’s script and

believed it did not portray Snowtown in a bad light. An SA Film Corporation spokeswoman said after reading the script they did not deem the content as blood and gore, rather as a “sensitive approach and careful handling to a horrible tragedy”. When contacted by the Plains Producer, Snowtown Management Committee president, Paul McCormack, was unable to divulge details about the meeting to be held next Tuesday, but said he had the best interests of the Snowtown community in mind and would represent them as best he and the CMC could. The meeting comes as SA Film Corporation’s involvement with the film and possible funding was revealed last week. The director of the film is Justin Kurzel, who grew up in the Salisbury area and the producers are Anna McLeish and Sarah Shaw. The film is expected to begin production in August, however it is allegedly not yet fully financed and has no guarantee it will go ahead at this time. Adding to the attention surrounding the murders, a documentary, “Serial Killers: Bodies in the Barrels” aired on Channel 7 last night.

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NEWS v District

CFS service award recipients gather with Chief Officer Euan Ferguson (centre) and Regional Commander Nick Obst (left) at Snowtown on Sunday.

Service awards for Roland and crews Robert Green (40 years), Frederick Groom (37 years), Andrew Burford (23 years), David Mills, Allan Ellis (21 years), Phillip Verran (18 years) and Raelene Green (17 years) of Brinkworth brigade. Reginald Chapman, Edward Leith Reinke (40 years), Terrence Neumann (39 years), Dean Williams (36 years), Grant Reinke (22 years), Paul Thompson, Ashley Robinson (20 years), David Chapman (19 years), Bartyn Dall (16 years), Anthony Barr, Trent Smith (15 years) and Daniel Woidt from Hoyleton brigade.

Roland McEwin received a 50 year service medal in a CFS ceremony held at Snowtown on Sunday. Mr McEwin, of Brinkwoth CFS brigade, was presented with his award by CFS Chief Officer, Euan Ferguson. Service Medals were presented to members of the CFS and volunteers from Blyth, Brinkworth, Hoyleton, Lochiel and Snowtown brigades in recognition of 10, 20, 30, 40, 50 and 60 years of service. Other award winners with many years of service included;

Raymond Wallis, Gregory Simmonds (32 years), Stuart Baden, Gary Merritt, Barry Nottle (29 years), Richard Nicholls (28 years), John Nicholls (26 years), Wayne Darling, Deane Thomas (24 years), Hayden Wallis, Shaun Nottle, Noel Heinrich (20 years), Britton Brackstone (19 years), Alexander Brackstone and Christopher Nottle (17 years) from Lochiel brigade. Peter Strawbridge (30 years), Graham Sheehy (29 years), Anthony Price (26 years), Jonathon Reinke (23 years), Glen Growden (19 years), Graeme Hansen (17

years), Robert Masters (15 years), Ricky Cocks (14 years), Trent Semler, Scott Tothill (12 years) and Stewart Michael (11 years) of Snowtown Brigade. Ian Millington (46 years), Geoffry Stewart, Leon Zweck, Ian Thoman (40 years), Steven Jamieson (29 years), Perry Stirling, Craig Lloyd (28 years), Eelco Dyk ( 24 years), Robert Gay (22 years), Ian Zweck (16 years), Graham Young (15 years), Valerie Ciardiello, Rino Ciardiello, Darren Clark (14 years) and Dave Clark (11 years) of Blyth Roland McEwin receives his 50 brigade. year medal from Euan Ferguson.

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Balaklava Need to learn how to safely drive a gopher? Wakefield Regional Road Safety Committee and Balaklava Lions are holding an informative and fun session about the guidelines for safely driving a gopher at Hayfield Plains Retirement Village on Thursday, April 15 from 1pm to 4pm. The session will cover tips for riding motorised wheelchairs on footpaths and give people an understanding of the law guidelines. The session is also interactive and allows you to have a go at driving the obstacle course with the radar checking your speed so you know what it feels like to travel at walking pace and the maximum speed of 10km/h. Afternoon tea will be provided. A police officer will be present to speak to guests.

Contact Kossie Chegwyn on8662 2067 for more information or for assistance with transport or special dietary needs. Avon The Easter markets this weekend will feature plenty of exciting goodies to get those last minute Easter gifts. Hosted by the Avon Art and Craft Group, the fete is free and afternoon tea will be available for $2. It will be held at the Avon Hall this Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 4pm. Dublin Bingo in Dublin April 1 at the Dublin Institute. Arrive at 7.15pm for 7.30pm start. Funds raised support the Dublin History Group. Owen Residents are looking at ways of beautifying Owen. If you have any ideas, contact Mary Freebairn.

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Welfare of a missing Blyth women, 37-year-old Padmini Zacker, is raising concern in the district, after she failed to open the hairdressing salon she runs on Saturday. Ms Zacker was last seen about 9.45am Saturday, March 20, and was due at work at 10am. She is described as being of slim build, about 155cm tall with short, straight, black hair. Local residents said the mother-of-one always appeared happy and did not appear distracted. Anyone with information is urged to contact crime stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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•A 30-year-old man of Balaklava allegedly assaulted his partner on Saturday morning, about 2.30am. Later, at 8.30am, he allegedly assaulted his 15-year-old step-daughter. Police arrested the man at 10.30am from his home address, for alleged aggravated assault on two counts. He was taken to Elizabeth Magistrate Court and refused bail. Police searched the premises and charged him for possessing a small amount of cannabis and equipment to smoke cannabis. He will appear in Clare Magistrate Court at a later date. •A house in Balaklava was searched by Hamley

The driver of this car was lucky to escape injury after a brick pillar landed on the bonnet. LEFT: Police and CFS inspect damage to a fence which was damaged when the driver lost control of the car.

House damaged in car crash A 67-year-old Balaklava woman caused damage estimated at more than $40,000 when she lost control of her car and collided with a fence and house at the Hayfield Plains retirement estate. The crash, which took place on Deikmen terrace about 11.30am on Bridge and Balaklava police, resulting in a 21year-old female receiving an on-the-spot fine for allegedly having a small amount of cannabis and equipment to smoke cannabis.

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Mallala police issued an infringement notice to a 17-year-old youth for failing to have proper control of a motor vehicle. A member of public contacted police on Wednesday, March

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March 15. The man will be summonsed to appear in court at a later date.

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Two Wells police reported a 17-year-old Two Wells youth for allegedly assaulting another youth on Saturday night in Two Wells.

Balaklava band scores Proving they really are no mere mortals, Balaklava band No Mere Mortals were named equal winners with Kadina band Strike X, at the regional Battle Of the Bands festival in Clare on Saturday. No Mere Mortals bass guitarist, Tom Lawson, was pleased with the band’s efforts and said it was a good night all round.

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NEWS v Balaklava & Bowmans

Glitterati shine under the stars IT WAS a night when the stars sparkled â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and so did the entertainers and audience. An â&#x20AC;&#x153;Evening Under the Starsâ&#x20AC;? at the Bowmans home of Jo and Peter Kowalick attracted an appreciative crowd of about 150 dressed â&#x20AC;&#x153;to the ninesâ&#x20AC;? swinging to the sounds of vocal ensemble Bal Canto and other local entertainers. The night, presented by Balaklava Community Arts, raised more than $2,000 for Balaklava hospital. Organisers said it was a great night, and successful in terms of enjoyment and fundraising.

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ABOVE: Ben Mudge and Peter Kowalick, who helped organise the evening. LEFT: Debbie Gallasch and Kirsti McPharlin RIGHT: Sharayah Kowalick and Josh March.

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Drugs warning to Avon offender The driver who hit Avon man Greg Parker with his car two years ago, has fronted court on drug charges â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and was again handed a suspended sentence. Adam Paul Matthews was convicted in the District Court with one count of possessing methylamphetamine with the intention to supply it. The offence has a maximum penalty of 10 years imprisonment or a $50,000 fine or both. In November last year, Matthews was convicted of driving in a manner dangerous to the public after hitting Mr Parker with his car. Mr Parker has since had his left arm amputated. Matthews received a three month prison sentence, suspended upon him entering into a $100 good behaviour bond for 12 months.

By Lauren Hermon In his appearance on Friday, March 12, the court found Matthews was at a friendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s house out from Balaklava on August 29, 2009 when police attended and found four small plastic resealable bags on Matthewsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; body containing methylamphetamine. In sentencing, Judge Paul Rice said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Of more importance and seriousness, the police found 6.93 grams of a mixture with 1.77 grams of methylamphetamine inside a container in the kitchen refrigerator freezer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A small amount of methlamphetamine was also found in a money bag on the kitchen bench, and a set of electronic scales.â&#x20AC;? Judge Rice said

the intention to supply the drug to others was evident. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You are to be dealt with on the basis you possessed to supply to likeminded friends and associates on a social basis if the occasion arose,â&#x20AC;? Judge Rice said. A forensic psychologist gave evidence suggesting Matthews did not require formal psychological counselling or psychotherapy, but would benefit from long-term attendance at a drug and alcohol treatment program and close supervision by an experienced community corrections officer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Involvement in both would improve his (Matthews) prognosis,â&#x20AC;? the psychologist said. Judge Rice agreed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Although the prospects of an escalation in your drug use may be reasonably high, I accept you

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would benefit from long-term drug and alcohol treatment and close supervision,â&#x20AC;? Judge Rice said. He imposed an 18 month prison sentence, suspended upon Matthews entering into a $200 good behaviour bond for three years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am by no means convinced you will stay away from drugs and one of the conditions of your bond is that you must obey a direction you provide a blood and urine sample from time to time,â&#x20AC;? Judge Rice said. When asked if he understood, Matthews replied hesitantly. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When I do that test and I come back with cannabis or something, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m going to break that bond, am I?â&#x20AC;? Matthews replied. Judge Rice highlighted the risks of breaching his bond. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is a risk if you have any drug, cannabis, but particularly the

stronger drugs, the community corrections people may take the view it is appropriate to apply to this court for revocation of the suspension aspect of your sentence,â&#x20AC;? Judge Rice said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You do not have to agree to that, you can just go to goal and do your 10 months.â&#x20AC;? Upon discussion, Matthews agreed to his bond conditions. For 18 months of the three years, Matthews will be under the supervision of a community corrections officer whose directions he must obey, particularly relating to participation at drug and alcohol treatment programs. Judge Rice also imposed an 18 month prison sentence, suspended upon entering a $200 good behaviour bond to Ms Kelly East, who was with Matthews at the time of his arrest.

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LETTERS to the Editor

alaklava High School’s Year 10 English class of teacher Sonia Pringle has recently undertaken a unit of work on writing letters to the editor. Students have looked at examples of letters, the correct layout, persuasive language and how to present arguments logically and back points up with evidence. This week the Plains Producer publishes the final two letters submitted by Ms Pringle. Letters have not been edited by the Plains Producer.

Concern on driving age, school hours

NEW LOOK – James Champ, Tim Heslop, Stuart Hoerisch, Cody Robertson and AJ Wood.

Crazy day for Balaklava students, teachers BALAKLAVA High school student forum organised a nonuniform and crazy hair day to coincide with The Leukaemia Foundation’s World’s Greatest Shave campaign.

Most students enjoyed the opportunity to wear casuals, paying $2 for the privilege and many students arrived sporting some amazingly crazy hairstyles. Students Cody Robertson

and Tim Heslop and staff James Champ andAJ Wood, volunteered to have their heads shaved, raising about $500. Cutz ‘n’ Curlz hairdressers, Chante Parker and Alicia Trench did the snipping.

Safety boost on rail crossings Boom gates and flashing lights are now being installed at the railway crossing on Cameron terrace, Mallala, instead of just flashing lights, as previously announced by the Federal government. Elizabeth street, Two Wells, is also currently getting lights and boom gates installed. Installations and upgrades have started on railway crossings across Australia under Federal government’s $150 million National Boom Gates for Rail Crossings Program. Various local projects are cur-

rently under construction – except Korunye which will begin in April – and four are complete, as indicated in brackets. Upgrades in the district include: •Mallala–Dublin–Mallala road, boom barrier upgrade, Johnsons road and Hill road, flashing lights and sealed crossing panels. •Long Plains– Lawrie road (completed) and Point Lorne road, flashing lights and sealed crossing panels. •Virginia–Gawler road (completed) and Penfield road (completed), boom barrier upgrades.

•Two Wells– Hayman road, Gawler road and Gawler River road (completed), boom barrier upgrades. •Korunye–Korunye crossing, boom barrier upgrade. The projects were identified using a model which takes into account factors such as road and rail traffic volumes, crash history, visibility for motorists and train drivers, and the number of rail tracks at the crossing. The program is a key element of the $42 billion Nation Building and Jobs Plan.

n Regarding raising the age to obtain a driver’s licence: This is a touchy subject because there are so many young deaths on South Australian roads But this can’t all be blamed on P and L platers as there are other contributing factors like weather, roads and other traffic. I am concerned with country teens being able to get to their summer or weekend jobs. Their parents may have jobs and are not able to take their sons/ daughters to their jobs and get to their job in the process. This is also more difficult on country youths, for there is no public transportation. And with all the pressure from the government on everyone, not just youths, to get jobs this maybe is enough of an argument. In the matter of the deaths on our roads, I don’t think raising the age will change a thing it will be the same as it is now. Most people who get their licence will think they are big shot because they have got it and go out and hoon and push their cars to the limit, no matter what age they are. This raises the question: Is the government going to take away licences from youths who have their Ls now and reissue them when they’re old enough? This would not be fair, because they have already allowed them to drive and then suddenly they’re not! That would be ridiculous. I believe I have given many reasons why the age should not be raised. But will the government listen? Dylan Burgers

n Regarding extending school hours: Students who catch the bus after school are spending an extra few hours on the bus, while they have minimal time to spend with their loved ones after doing homework and having their dinner. How much worse will this be if they have to be at school even longer? Primary students at the moment are spending seven to eight hours at school and on the bus. If you increase the amount of hours at school young students are more likely to have serious problems. This may include lack of sleep, stressing too much over school work and focusing on extra activities. A child needs sleep. If they don’t get the appropriate amount, it could affect the brain’s development. As adults it would be like getting up early, going to work, staying late, driving home, have your tea and go to sleep – then doing the same thing the next day. Tell me how would you feel? That’s what it’s like to be in a child’s position to go to school for long hours. Children are meant to be enjoying their childhood with time to play and enjoy. So I ask again what do you seriously think would happen if the government changes the school hours to earlier in the morning and later at night. When you go to bed tonight think about the pros and cons of this idea, put yourself in your child’s shoes and decline the insane idea of extending school hours. Sarah Virgin o Advertising Feature

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Federal accolades for SA’s development system:

Our regional chiefs at national RDA forum

Local Regional Development Board representatives were in Canberra last Thursday for the first Regional Development Australia National forum. They included Yorke and Mid North chairman, Mike Pearce and deputy chair, John Banfield and Barossa Regional Development chairman, Ian O’Loan and deputy chairman, Alex Zimmerman. The forum challenged members to think strategically about the big issues affecting Australia’s regions. Parliamentary secretary for Regional Development, Maxine McKew, said the forum was a great opportunity for the 55 committees to highlight and share their successes and work together to overcome the issues affecting their regions. Barossa Regional Development chair-

man, Ian O’Loan, said the forum discussed social disadvantage, roles of women and supporting women and spoke about broadband mobile phone usage in the regions. Describing regional development in South Australia as “well established”, Ms McKew had positive comments to make about the state. “The South Australian economy has shown great resilience growing at a rate above national average in 2008-09 with a 1.4 per cent increase in gross state product. Unemployment is still falling “It is very good news in the regions, where unemployment is lower than in Adelaide. This is an outstanding result,” Ms McKew said. The national forum was designed to give committee members a chance to reflect on

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All Northern and Yorke regions will come out of Exceptional Circumstances (EC) drought assistance on March 31, but are reminded that support is still available. Chair of the Northern Yorke Drought Task Force, Jeff Burgess, said it was important farming families and communities knew they were not alone and support was still available. Mr Burgess encouraged farm businesses confused about the support still available, to call Clare Drought Response Centre on 0488 145 124. Applications for EC Interest Rate Subsidies (IRS) remain open until March 31. The Centrelink Climate Change Adjustment Program and Transitional Income Support are also still available. For more information call the Drought Assistance line on 13 23 16 or visit www.centrelink.gov.au.

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issues concerning their regions and find ways of resolving the issues. “We want to empower them to find the best, most innovative solutions possible to the challenges facing their regions,” Ms McKew said. Ms McKew ended her speech on a positive note with her belief in the strength of the regions across Australia. “I truly believe Australia is on the cusp of a regional revival “As long as we work collaboratively there is every reason to believe we can achieve that,” she said. Regional Development Australia is a new national network of 55 committees which integrates the work of all levels of Government to support the growth and development of Australia’s regions.

Road names change More roads across the district have been nominated to undergo name changes to avoid confusion. The changes were requested by Department of Transport, Energy and Infrastructure to assist in eliminating confusion once the rural addressing system is introduced later this year. District Council of Mallala’s Strategic Planning and Infrastructure committee have recommended to Council the following roads be renamed. Johns road, Two Wells between Old Port Wakefield road and the rail corridor be renamed

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Johns road West. Johns road, between the rail corridor and Pederick road be renamed Johns road East. Frost road between Temby road and Gawler road be renamed Hall road. Frost road between Hancock drive and Dawkins road be renamed Link road. Frost road between Dawkins road and Gawler River road be renamed Sword road. Franks road at Grace Plains be renamed Kelly road. Glover road be confirmed as the name for Glover/Clover road, Two Wells.

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he SAWorks ESF Network publicly acknowledges the great work Bridgette Johns has done as the executive officer. We won’t lose Bridgette as a valuable network member as she has taken up the ICAN Manager role for Yorke with DECS, working with schools and youth across Yorke. Jarrad Davies is overseeing Yorke from the Port Pirie office and is keen to meet business and service providers to develop employment initiatives. Our long-serving Chair, Rosemary Goode, has also had a role change and is working at Riverton school. The network members have valued her leadership in the role for the past five years and wish her well in the future. In addition, the SAWorks Regional Co-ordinator, David Furniss, has accepted a transfer to Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu and KI region and will move early in April. A replacement will be appointed soon.

Looking for work? Have you been made redundant? Are you looking for work? Do you need some training to help you get a job? You may be eligible for assistance through South Australia Works in the Regions projects across Yorke and Adelaide Plains. o For further info ring Angie –Yorke 8821 3340. Employment Directions-Adelaide Plains 1800 093 349.

Business training ticket The network is offering training assistance for business owners to help with specific training of prospective employees who may have the job offer subject to gaining a ticket or qualification. o Contact Jarrad Davies on 8632 5633 or Peter Stockings on 0417 853 754 for information.

Trade training The network is keen to assist more people into trade apprenticeships and is currently negotiating to provide a 12 week pre-apprenticeship course focussed on wet trades. o Anyone interested in this opportunity should register with Angie Tucker on 8821 3340 or Jarrad Davies on 8632 5633. We would also like to hear from employers who can provide work experience.

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The Way

We were 5

YEARS AGO March 2005

• Horizon Christian School student Mitchell Seminutin was awarded “Highly Commended Judges Choice” at the Come Out 2005 Premier’s Art prize competition.

YEARS AGO March 2000

• Mallala’s Peter Angus was well on his way to becoming SA’s young rural ambassador after winning the Northern Districts regional final. Peter was 1999 Gawler Show young rural ambassador.

YEARS AGO March 1990

From a box of wood to electric – the evolution of irons Heritage Highlights

A poem our mothers and grandmothers can relate to: It was when I started working, the way a housewife should, I had to do the ironing with a box of burning wood. I had to wave the monster to intensify the heat, And sometimes I was careless and I scorched that little pleat. Then Mrs Potts’ irons became the thing to use, I could skim across the garments – no need to blow a fuse.

by Norma Schopp

And those frills and pleats and gathers, my daughter’s gingham frocks, Such a very great improvement on that awkward clumsy box. Came next a smelly petrol bomb, a nasty pumped up freak, If I overfilled with fuel there would be an awful reek.

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• Alison Verrier officially opened Lyn Uppill’s ‘Riverlea Cottage Quilts’ – a renovated building for patchwork classes and workshops.

Diary& COMMUNITY

• Mar 27, 28: Avon Easter Fair. • Mar 28: Palm Sunday, Hamley Bridge. • Apr 10: Caeliac Support Group, Gawler Health Service; Balaklava Golf Club 100 Club function. • Apr 11: Second Saturday markets, Belly Junction, Balaklava. • Apr 20: Opening of Neighbourhood Shed. • Apr 21: TW Regional Action Team meeting, TW Visitor Information Centre. • Apr 25: APMVC Annual Concert, Bva Town Hall. • Apr 30: Brinkworth Red Cross Breakfast; Blyth paper drive; Mallala Friendship Quilters Annual Trading Table. • May 1: Balaklava paper drive. • May 4: Balaklava Golf Luncheon. • May 12: Long Plains Red Cross morning tea. • May 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, 28, 29: TW Melodrama, Community Hall. • May 22-23: Brinkworth Football Club 100th birthday celebrations. • Aug 6: Blyth paper drive. • Aug 7: Balaklava paper drive. • Aug 14: Caeliac Support Group, Gawler Health Service; Balaklava Golf

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And it had a nasty habit of giving up the ghost, Just before the job was finished, it would pip me on the post. Now I have a brand new iron – electric dry and steam, It glides across the surface like a fantasy – a dream. So I’ve lasted out the distance in the race of changing things, And I wonder what the future – the year 2000 – brings? Author unknown.

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Supported by Balaklava Veterinary Service. Phone: 8862 2088 Keeping man’s best friend parasite-free is essential to ensuring working dogs remain in peak condition. It also protects owners and their families from the potentially serious but highly-preventable, hydatid disease. Kondinin Group researcher, Fleur Muller says about 80-100 new cases of human hydatids are diagnosed in Australia annually. “Some experts say the incidence is even higher but regardless of the number of those affected by hydatids, the results can be serious and ongoing.” “Passed onto humans through tapeworm eggs from dogs and other animals, hydatid cysts can lodge in the soft internal organs of humans such

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Keep your pet parasite-free as the lungs or brains, causing organ failure and possibly death.” “Farmers and hunters who have regular contact with domestic and wild dogs and foxes have a high risk of accidental infection.” “Children also have a high risk of infection due to their close contact with dogs and generally lower standards of personal hygiene.” Mrs Muller says prevention is the key to

managing the dangerous zoonotic disease – hydatids. “Preventing dogs becoming infected is the best way to break hydatids disease cycle.” “Sound hygiene habits including washing hands with soap and water after handling dogs, gardening and working in potentially contaminated areas such as around kennels will also help reduce the risk.”

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Jesus is Immanuel - God with us (Matthew 1.23). Are we grateful?

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. Please advise changes by emailing lisa@plainsproducer.com.au

A comprehensive guide is published in the March edition of Kondinin Group’s flagship publication Farming Ahead and online at farmingahead.com.au. Kondinin Group, with support from Wesfarmers Federation Insurance, provides farmers with two-pages of farm safety information each month presented in Farming Ahead and online. Established during 1955, Kondinin Group is committed to helping farmers.

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MONTHLY CHURCH TIMES March 24

March 31 - Wednesday

April 4 - easter sunday

LUTHERAN Balaklava....................... 7.30pm

UNITING Windsor........................7.00pm

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

March 28 – Palm Sunday

April 1 - Maundy Thursday

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

anglican Balaklava.......................7.30pm

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

CATHOLIC CHURCH Balaklava............ Mass 10.30am

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

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LUTHERAN Hamley Bridge.............. 7.00pm UNITING Two Wells.................... 8.00pm Owen Comm................7.00pm April 2 - Good Friday

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

anglican Balaklava.......................9.00am

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

CATHOLIC CHURCH Balaklava...................... 3.00pm

LUTHERAN Balaklava.......................9.00am Auburn....................... 10.45am Balaklava Cafe...............6.00pm

LUTHERAN Auburn.........................9.00am Balaklava......................11.00am

UNITING Mallala..........................9.00am Two Wells................... 10.30am Owen Comm................9.30am Hamley Bridge........... 11.00am Windsor .......................9.00am Church Together, Balaklava Town Hall Balaklava, Nantawarra, Lochiel, Pt Wakefield....................10.00am

UNITING Mallala..........................9.00am Owen Comm..............10.00am Hamley Bridge..............8.15am Balaklava.......................9.00am Combined with COC Port Wakefield..............9.00am April 3 - easter saturday CATHOLIC CHURCH Hamley Bridge...... Vigil 7.00pm

anglican Balaklava.......................9.00am Hamley Bridge............ 11.00am CATHOLIC CHURCH Balaklava............ Mass 10.30am Pt Wakefield......... Mass 9.00am CHURCH OF CHRIST Balaklava.....................10.00am Community church Pinery...........................9.00am LIGHTHOUSE Balaklava.....................10.00am LUTHERAN Balaklava...................... 7.00am Auburn.........................9.00am UNITING Mallala................ Dawn Service, R Davies Two Wells...................10.30am Owen Comm.............. 11.00am Hamley Bridge............. 9.15am Windsor .......................9.00am Balaklava oval................6.00am Port Wakefield.............. 7.30am at pool

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South australia v Election 2010

The big winners • From page 1 Goyder MP, Steven Griffiths, Liberal deputy Opposition Leader and Shadow Treasurer, said: “It’s been challenging and frustrating, but I have a sincere appreciation for the people of Goyder – it’s been an amazing journey,” he said. Mr Griffiths said he will remain pro-active in his approach to issues concerning South Australia and the district of Goyder. According to the ECSA polling, Mr Griffiths had by Monday 67.8 per cent of the vote, followed by Country Labor candidate, Christopher Hansford on 32.2 per cent. Mr Griffiths remained pleased with his large win. “The community’s support has been amazing – it’s a humbling show of confidence,” Mr Griffiths said. As for his certainty on the continued posi-

tion as deputy opposition leader and treasurer, Mr Griffiths said he has not heard anything on the matter, but said he hopes his knowledge in the field will show his colleagues he is prepared to be re-appointed. • In Taylor, Labor Party candidate, Leesa Vlahos so far remains ahead of her opponents for the seat of Taylor. Ms Vlahos received a two party preferred 62 per cent of the vote, with 10,623 votes to her name. “It’s been an exciting challenge and I’ve been doing my best for the electorate of Taylor,” Ms Vlahos said. She stands by her views to support South Australian local businesses and improve recreational reserves and sport parks for young families, teenagers and pet owners. Ms Vlahos takes over from Trish White, who had been MP since 1994.

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NEWS v District THEY HAVE BEEN STICKING THEIR NECK OUT:

BLYTH Cinema has been nominated in the Emu awards event category for its involvement with the Clare Valley film festival held in January. Ian Roberts is shown here, with the movie Charlie and Boots showing in the background.

Hamley hosts Emu awards The Adelaide Plains Emu Awards have been recognising individuals, organisations, community groups and businesses since 2007 – awarding those who have stuck their neck out. This year is no exception, with plenty of nominations awaiting the awards on Friday morning at Hamley Bridge. Three nominations were received in the community group category, three in individual, and one each in business and event. There will be an award for each category, and an overall winner. ABC radio announcer Peter Goers, patron of the awards, is expected to make a guest appearance. The Emu awards take place at Hamley Bridge Sports Centre, at 7.30 am for 8am breakfast, with about 60-80 people invited.

All categories are judged based on “excellence and their recognisable efforts, which have placed them out of the ordinary” and must have occurred during the period January 2009 to December 2010. Inspirational qualities need to be evident. The Plains Producer and the Churches of Christ Life Care retirement living group again have sponsored the awards, with Life Care donating $600 to the overall winner of the Emu Awards. The following sponsors contributed food to the breakfast: Balaklava Foodland (milk, coffee, bread), Hamley Bridge IGA (pancake toppings), SA Grow (tomatoes and mushrooms), Primo (bacon), Rohdes (Free Range Eggs) and Bushmin Rabbits (sausages).

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Balaklava Community Library is just one of South Australia’s regional public libraries providing free online subscriptions to library members, helping them reach their potential and continue to learn and develop. Balaklava Community Library teacher and librarian, Kevyna Gardner, said the additional service would help members gather specialised information in their own homes or at the library. Library members will get free online subscriptions to Encyclopaedia Brittanica with

access to more than 150,000 encyclopaedia articles as well as news headlines, web links, vivid graphics and multimedia. Members also have access to Library Press Display with instant online access to more than 1,000 worldwide newspapers in full colour and format. Health and Wellness Resource Centre website will also provide members with easy to find answers to health questions. The opportunity to ask librarians for help with finding information is also possible with AskNow! website, staffed

by librarians across Australia, operating Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 6:30pm. The new online service is a joint project between the State Library’s Public Library Services, the Local Government Association and Public Libraries SA. To check out the online services, visit www.libraries.sa.gov. au, go to the online resources section and log on to the resource you want to access with your library member number. Note that you need to type X0 (zero) instead of B when entering your library barcode number.

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New truck laws target ‘chain of responsibility’ ‘Extreme rollers’ are heading our way Two inspirational paraplegic “hand cyclists” will visit Port Wakefield during a 5000km journey of ‘Giving and Guts’ across Australia. Andreas Dagelet and Dale Elliot will hand cycle on specially designed bikes through Port Wake-

field on Tuesday, March 30. They are calling on local residents to support their aim of raising more than $200,000, to help cure more than 1000 children of clubfoot in Africa and give them the gift of walking.The pair will visit schools, community groups and clubs.

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Camping guide out for Easter A new guide to camping in South Australia’s national parks guide has been released in time for the Easter break. The new full colour brochure, developed by the Department for Environment and Heritage (DEH), is packed with tips for camping in South Australia’s 300 national parks and reserves. The guide features a snapshot of 20 camping destinations. There is information on popular camping spots in parks along the Murray River, Kangaroo Island, Flinders Ranges, Yorke Peninsula, as well as lesser known camping gems in the Clare Valley and Outback areas. The guide is perfect for experienced, and not so experienced, campers and profiles a mix of camping options including places to pitch your tent, park the caravan or simply roll out your swag. It also includes camping checklists, park highlights plus practical information on campfire safety and tips for responsible camping. Copies are available from accredited Visitor Information Centres, by calling DEH on (08) 8204 1910 or downloaded at www.parks.sa.gov.au

New nationally-consistent Heavy Vehicle Speed laws came into effect in South Australia from February 1. They require better management of heavy vehicle speed and make specified off-road parties more responsible for the speed of heavy vehicles. This would include farmers who either drive trucks themselves, employ others to drive their truck – or use a trucking contractor. The Department of Transport, Energy and Infrastructure (DTEI) says in publicity the aim of the new laws is to reduce heavy vehicle speeding, making the roads safer for everyone. In 2008, 245 heavy vehicle drivers died in crashes across Australia. Heavy Vehicle Speed Compliance legislation is the third tier of the Compliance and Enforcement road safety reform and is another step in reducing road trauma by reducing heavy vehicle speeds. The new laws apply to all heavy vehicles (including buses) with a gross vehicle mass of more than 4.5 tonnes. Transport operators, employers and prime contractors must have business practices in place to specifically manage driver speed. There is “chain of responsibility” provisions with specific duties for schedulers, loading managers, consignors and consignees. These parties are required to take reasonable steps to manage heavy vehicle speed. They include: • The employer of the driver of the vehicle, the prime contractor of the

driver of the vehicle and the operator of the vehicle These parties must make sure their business practises do not cause the driver to exceed the speed limit. Other parties involved include: • A scheduler of the driver of the vehicle, or the person who must ensure the schedule for the transport of goods or the work/rest times of the driver, does not cause the driver to exceed the speed limit. • The consignor of goods transported, or to be transported, by the vehicle. • The consignee of goods transported, or to be transported, by the vehicle. These parties must make sure the terms of the consignment do not cause the driver to exceed the speed limit and do not encourage or provide an incentive to the employer, prime contractor or operator to cause the driver to exceed the speed limit. n For more information, contact DTEI. Telephone: 1300 109 933. Internet: www.transport.sa.gov. au/heavyvehiclespeed.

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However, the insurer claims data shows female drivers have fewer reverse parking collisions than male drivers. SGIC spokesperson, Emily Gatt, said all SA drivers needed to take extra care when reversing. “We encourage drivers to pause, check their rear-view mirror and look over their shoulder as a final step before reversing to avoid any unnecessary collisions. “We are also pleased to see more cars with reversing cameras and

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NEWS v District Bill remains unpaid after damage to Aunger road:

Council loses on repairs

EEEK! They’re coming to a home near you Redbacks spiders, ants, mice and other creepy-crawlies are moving into homes and yards across the Adelaide Plains, making the most of warm and humid weather conditions. While most of us steer clear of spiders – or spray and kill the pest – Mallala’s Scott Gardner (above) captures them as an unusual pet. Since this isn’t such an attractive option for most, locals are warned to be aware of redbacks lurking in dry, dark places. Amalgamated Pest Control Adelaide owner operator, Phil Mellor, said there was increased redback activity in recent weeks. He said females could produce eggs for up to two years after mating, laying 10 egg sacs in a lifetime, containing about 250 eggs.

Phil recommends locals check their yards carefully for redbacks, including underneath children’s play equipment, garden sheds, green houses, letterboxes, empty cans, shoes, and under the lids of wheelie bins, or where electric lights are present. He said residents should also be alert for redback spiders in their homes. “It is very common for redbacks to make their way into homes, with spiderlings frequently blown in with the breeze by their small parachute-like web,” he said. “The spiders may also wander in at ground level, often under doors, in search of shelter from the warm weather and food.” Phil said fitting weather strips and fly-screens to windows and vents could prevent

spiders from entering homes. While redbacks are not an aggressive spider, their bites are very poisonous and painful, as some Adelaide Plains residents have discovered recently. Symptoms include pain, sweating, muscular weakness, nausea and vomiting. Anyone bitten should apply an ice pack to relieve pain and seek medical attention immediately. Phil said anyone with redbacks around their property should seek the advice of a professional pest controller. “Spraying the spider’s egg sacks with fly spray will not kill the hatchlings as the spray does not penetrate the egg casing,” he said.

District Council of Mallala’s Strategic Community and Governance committee has recommended to write off almost $50,000 council had been seeking as payment for damage caused to Aunger road from trucks servicing the Northern Expressway construction. Writing off the debt will impact the 2009/10 operating result as the income was already accounted for when the invoices were raised in the previous financial year. The $47,514.50 invoiced to the Department for Transport, Energy and Infrastructure in two accounts, will become a bad debt. The recommendation will be decided on by council tomorrow night at DCM’s ordinary council meeting. Aunger road has needed two major maintenance works since the start of the Northern Expressway project in 2008. Council staff approached DTEI on several occasions to attempt recovery of these debts to reduce the costs to the community. However, staff were unsuccessful in having these accounts paid. Council’s committee was told by DTEI the vehicles allegedly causing the damage were general access vehicles and were legally allowed to use the road without any permits. Therefore, DTEI is not liable for the damage. In a report to the committee, manager of Infrastructure and Engineering services, John Tillack, said given LOCAL homes also have been invaded by ants searching there was no breach of for food and shelter after the influx of humid weather. And the Road Traffic Act, mice have been making their presence felt! council did not have a Hardware stores and supermarkets have been battling legal basis to pursue the to keep supplies up to customers. recovery of this debt. Balaklava Thrifty Link hardware proprietor, Peter Consequently, the Guthberg, said mouse traps and poison and supplies of committee recommendant powder were in big demand. “Mice seem to be causing ed council approve the some problems in homes at present,” Peter said. two invoices be written off.

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THE bridal party (from left) Maxine Lee-Morath, Luke Walker, Rebekah Walker, Kate Walker, Heath Walker, James Rundle, Danielle Hage, Dustin Guthberg. PICTURE courtesy James Knowler, Amber Wedding Photography – www.amberphotos.com.au

n Holly and Jeff marry in Clare – Holly Nicholls and Jeff

Cowan were married on March 6, at St Barnabas Anglican Church, Clare. Their reception was held at the Clare Valley racecourse. Bridesmaids were Bonnie Nicholls and Tiffany Nottle. Groomsmen were Joel Wilson and Simon Gill. Pictures by Veleska Wehr Photography.

n Kate and Heath wed – Kate McDonald and Heath Walker were married on Sunday, March, 7, at Christ Church, North Adelaide. Kate is the daughter of Janine and Graham McDonald, of Balaklava, and Heath is the son of Lindsay and Dianne Walker, of Wild Horse Plains. Best man was James Rundle, and groomsmen were Luke Walker and Dustin Guthberg. Matron of Honour was Rebekah Walker, and bridesmaids were Maxine Lee-Morath and Danielle Hage. The couple live in Dublin and honeymooned for two weeks in Hawaii.

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– Carly Smith and Greg Heaslip were married on February 27 at the Heritage Garden, Sevenhill, followed by a reception at Stringy Brae Winery, Sevenhill. Pictured are Greg and Carly Heaslip with bridal party: (L-R) Jessica Smith, Derek Hore, Bartyn Dall, Nick May, Erin Warnes (seated), Stuart Nicolson (seated) and Sheree Tezacker. Carly’s parents are Murray and Janice Smith of Balaklava and Greg’s parents are Rob and Judy Heaslip of Two Wells. – Vanessa Size Photography.

Katie Lynn, formerly of Two Wells, and Leigh O’Doherty of Salisbury will be married this weekend at Woodville Uniting Church. The couple tie the knot on March 27, after becoming engaged in 2008. Katie is a Trinity College Old Scholar and used to work at the Two Wells Medical Clinic.

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special feature v YOUR WEDDING n Mallala marriage – James Wilson, formerly of Balaklava and Lauren Howell, of Mallala, were married on March 6, at the residence of Lauren’s parents in Mallala. Best man was Vaughan Campagnolla, of Euchunga, and groomsman was Dwayne Wilson, of Balaklava. Bridemaids were Taryn Hall, Brodie Hall of Mallala, Megan Howell, of Paralowie and Skye Hepburn, of Largs Bay. Lauren is the daughter of David and Debra Howell, of Mallala, and James the son of Dave and Robin Wilson, of Balaklava. The happy couple reside in Mallala and honeymooned in Glenelg. Picture by Andrea Woolger.

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SPORT v 2010 APBA Grand Final MEN’S DIVISION TWO – MEERCATS

DIVISION ONE GIRLS – OWEN

n Men’s division two premiers, Owen Meercats, back from left: Karl Bomford, Nathan Pengelly, Adam Pratt, Luke Shepley, front: Connor Williams, Beau Traill, Adam Hill and Joseph Gregory.

n Division one girls premiers, Owen, back from left: Laura Schulz, coach Sally Fritz, Francis Schulz, Ashleigh Fritz, front: Amanda Marsden, Taylor Smith, Brianna Wedding and Kimberley Graham.

DIVISION ONE BOYS – OWEN

DIVISION TWO GIRLS – PACERS

n Division one boys premiers, Owen, back from left: Lewis Hobbs, Tom Lloyd, Brandon Merry, front: Ben Moreton, Justin Smith, Kieren Robinson and Dylan Bevan.

n Division two girls premiers, Pacers, back from left: Cheyanne Pennycuick, coach Michelle Williams, Taylar Durdin, front: Carly Williams, Ciara Guy, Aleisha Michael and Caroline Barber.

DIVISION TWO BOYS – BULLDOGS

DIVISION THREE GIRLS – OWEN

n Division two boys premiers, Bulldogs, back from left: Hedley Greenshields, Tyler Williams, Jesse Shepherd, Jesse Zilm, Christopher Veitch, front: Joshua Appleby, Mitchell Hill, coach Neil Veitch and Callum Henrys.

n Division three girls premiers, Owen, back from left: Kaitlyn Lloyd, coach Brianna Wedding, Kelsey Wedding, front: Riley Barton, Rachel Dunstan, Teisha Harkness, Jessica Heaslip, Lucy Parker.

DIVISION THREE BOYS – OWEN

DIVISION FOUR BOYS – BULLDOGS

n Division three boys premiers, Owen, back from left: Jarrod Dunstan, team manager Luke Shepley, coach Adam Pratt, Jayden Wedding, front: Jared Pratt, Josh Harkness, Josh Watson, Michael Knight and Liam Mathew.

n Division four boys premiers, Bulldogs, back from left: Nathan Studham, Joshua Studham, coach Caitlin Mackay, Samuel Carslake, Tobias Karsten, front: Tyler Moulds, Mitchell Lawrie, Nathan Shepherd, Will Dixon and Dylan Irrgang.

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SPORT v 2010 APBA Grand Final DIVISION TWO WOMEN – THUNDER

n ABOVE: Rebecca Wilson was presented with a referee award at the APBA grand final on Friday night.

n Division two women premiers, Thunder, back from left: Kelly Hahmdorf, Sophie vanKleef, Michelle Veitch, Hayley Shepherd, front: Clare Haynes, Brittany Koch, Julie Krieg and Renee McPharlin.

n It was a trifecta for the Wedding children (from left) Kelsey, Brianna and Jayden of Owen on Friday night, their teams all winning premierships and individually winning best and fairest trophies for division three girls, division one girls and division three boys respectively.

RIGHT: Richard Gregory was named Umpire of the Year.

n ABOVE: Sarah Watts and Courtney Pringle, Bulldogs put the pressure on Ciara Guy, Pacers in the division two girls game. n RIGHT: Brittany Koch, Thunder, chases Cats’ Leah Mugge in division two women.

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n above: Division one women Best and Fairest Kerri Blackwell, Long Plains, with runner-up Hannah Clark, Hamley Bridge. n above left inset: Division one boys Best and Fairest, Ryan McPharlin, Broncos. n above left: Men's division one Best and Fairest Justin Walker, Young Guns. n left: Division two boys Best and Fairest Tate Michael, Magics with runner-up, Joshua Appleby, Bulldogs. n below left: Division three boys Best and Fairest, Jayden Wedding, Owen with runner-up, Brandon Taylor, Bulldogs. n below: Division two girls Best and Fairest, Brittany Koch, with runner-up Ciara Guy, both from Balaklava.

men’s division

Div 1 Women

Bulldogs 47 (Jonathon Brice 16, Travis Olsen 13, Crisanto Catipon 5 ) def Young Guns 35 (Leigh Wright 14, Jed Rowland 10, Gibrian Palmer 3).

Lightning 39 (Jane Harding 12, Jenna Koch 8, Tegan McPharlin 6) def Long Plains 31 (Kerri Blackwell 9, Jess Fiebig 8, Jessica Robertson 7).

men’s division 2

Division 2 Women

Meercats 46 (Adam Pratt 16, Beau Traill 14, Karl Bomford 11) def Hawks 33 (Nathan Forrest 16, Ben Mitchel 9, Kym Allen 5).

Thunder 27 (Renee McPharlin 11, Sophie VanKleef 6, Julie Krieg 4) def Cats 23 (Kelsey Hitch 8, Rahni Stephens 6, Stacy Mugge 4).

division 1 Boys

Division 1 Girls

Owen 43 (Ben Moreton 12, Tom Lloyd 11, Justin Smith) def Broncos 41 (Ryan McPharlin 16, Luke Guy 9, Timothy Shepherd 8).

Owen 38 (Brianna Wedding 25, Kimberley Graham 8, Amanda Marsden 4) def Redlegs 37 (Jessica Angel 11, Tegan Nottle 11, Kate Cmrlec 10).

division 2 Boys Bulldogs 42 (Jesse Zilm 12, Mitchell Hill 10, Hedley Greenshields) def Magics 31 (Tate Michael 14, Harrison Veitch 6, Benjamin Heaslip 5).

division 3 Boys Owen 64 (Jayden Wedding 21, Josh Harkness 14, Josh Watson 11) def Pistons 36 (Jake Michael 19, Jacob Butterfield).

division 4 Boys

Division 2 Girls Pacers 27 (Ciara Guy 15, Carly Williams 5, Aleisha Michael 5) def Bulldogs 24 (Courtney Pringle 8, Ashleigh Williams 7, Danielle Hosking 5).

Division 3 Girls The Breezers 35 (Kelsey Wedding 21, Rachel Dunstan 12, Kaitlyn Lloyd 2) def Nuggets 22 (Keisha Gregory 15, Sarah Heaslip 4, Eleanor Cunningham 3).

Bulldogs 37 (Joshua Studham 13, Tyler Moulds 12, Samuel Carslake 6) def Owen 19 (Tom Munzer 11, Connor Lane 4, Jake Tiller 4).

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SPORT v Basketball

The grand finale! Close games bring spectators to their feet What a great final! The men’s division, won by Bulldogs, was close all through the finals and their game brought many a spectator to their feet. The Bulldog men were at full force with Simon Nankivell back. Dribbler reckons Jonathon Brice was the one who caught his eye. There were some fantastic plays with all players showing their skill. Nathan Greenshields caught my eye when he went into attack and went past the opposition, dribbling the ball between his legs. It was a great game. The women’s division games were equally exciting, with Thunder and Lightning making it a double for Balaklava. The pressure put on the Longies’ girls by the likes of Jenna Koch and Jane Harding was just too great. Again it was an exciting game. Thunder, in winning over the Cats, seemed more composed and sure of themselves with Renee McPharlin and Sophie vanKleef being a little more skilful. The division one girls and boys got us going with only one and two points separating the teams, with Owen coming out tops in both. Dribbler thought the Owen girls were

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gone just after half time, but Brianna came on and brought the game back. It was fairly physical and I suspect a number of the girls would have sore spots from some of the clashes. Height is what Dribbler reckons made the difference for the Owen boys, although Ben Moreton’s shooting would have played a part. Ryan McPharlin was superb but not enough others in his team were able to give that extra needed to get them over the line. Again, a great game. Dribbler couldn’t believe his eyes when Sam Noack didn’t show for the Hawks in their game against the Meercats. It was a physical game, but the class of Owen was too much leaving the Hawks licking their wounds. The Doggies managed to collect two premierships in the juniors, doing so fairly easily. The oppositions put in their best – both Doggies teams just had more skilful players. The Studham brothers in

division four were fast and furious, while Tyler Moulds is a class act when shooting for goal. Jesse Zilm was dominant in the division two boys and had just too many helpful team mates. Well done guys. Ciara Guy played a superb game giving the Pacers the edge in division two girls. I suspect when some of the Bulldog girls get older and stronger, the tables may be turned in the future. In division three girls, Owen was outstanding with

too many good players. Owen’s division three boys were much the same. Dribbler reckons it was the class and skill of the Wedding kids with Kelsey and Jayden each getting 21 points. However, they had other good players and were just too good. Impressively, the Pistons and the Nuggets didn’t give up and kept trying right to the end. So the season ended on a high note. Thank you all those players who made it such a great season. See you all next year! division one women: Long Plains’ Stephanie McArdle catches the ball as Kirsty McArdle, Lightning attempts to intercept. BALAKLAVA trophy winners, top from left: Charmaine Barlow, Jane Harding, middle: Sophie vanKleef, Jenna Koch, front: Justin Walker and Brad Michael.

Balaklava Club winds up season 2010 Balaklava Basketball Club held its break-up after the APBA grand final on Friday night. Trophy winners were: Men’s division Sonics – Best and Fairest Justin Walker, runner-up Bradley Michael. Young Guns – Best and Fairest Derek Friedrichs, runner-up Mathew Pascoe. Women’s division 1 Lightning – Best and Fairest Jane Harding, runner-up Jenna Koch. Women’s division 2 Thunder – Best and Fairest Michelle Veitch, runner-up Sophie vanKleef. Womans division 2 Storm – Best and Fairest Charmaine Barlow, runner-up Casey Michael.

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Beau Traill, Owen Meercats dribbles the ball during the men's division two game.

THE pressure gets too much for Cats’ Elly Pratt as she gets rid of the ball during the women’s division two game against Balaklava.

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Name: Jillian Parker Nickname: Legs Eleven Height: 5 foot 9 Age: 21! Shoe size: 7.5 Team: Owen Grade: Women’s division 2 Live: Werdna Park Occupation: Domestic Goddess/ party lady Favourite basketballer: Brooko Favourite team: Auburn Toughest opponent/club? Bulldogs When was the last time you were fouled off? Can’t remember

What would you do to lift the profile of basketball in Australia? Install score boards at Balaklava Hobbies other than basketball? Organising parties, socialising If you won $20 million in the lotto, what would be the first thing you would do? Put in a pool! If you were going to a desert island, name three things you would take with you? Champers, friends, a sexy massage therapist If there was a front page headline written about you in the Plains Producer, what would it say? “Glitter girl makes a million” Favourite TV show? The Good Wife

Balaklava women’s division two basketballer, Michelle Veitch, was absent at the club’s break-up on Friday night. Thunder team mates were wondering why she wasn’t there to accept her best and fairest award. Someone suggested it might be because Michelle is up for morning tea at MAP Services every time a photo of herself or any family members appears in the Plains Producer. Photographer Lisa Redpath says she can guarantee no pictures will appear in future – but it might cost Michelle morning tea!

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SPORT v LNTA Junior Grand Final

O w e n’s f o u rt h p re m ie rs h i p !

division two: Tegan Breen, Two Wells comes into the net to shake hands with Balaklava opponent Hedley Greenshields after their singles match on Saturday. lower north junior tennis Division one premiers, Owen, from left: Robert Lloyd, Charles Fry, Daniel Brewster and Kieren Robinson.

Lower north juniors Grand Final Results

above left: Clare Howard, Mallala division one, serves during her match against Owen’s Charles Fry (pictured above). left: Owen’s Daniel Brewster keeps his eyes on the ball as he serves in division one. below: Shannen Weir, Two Wells, runs in to hit a forehand during her division two match.

DIVISION 1: Owen 5-35 def Mallala 1-10. Doubles: Robert Lloyd Kieren Robinson def Douglas Howard Josh Watson 6-0, Charles Fry Daniel Brewster def Clare Howard Hannah Jenkin 6-0. Singles: Robert Lloyd def Douglas Howard 6-1,Kieren Robinson def Josh Watson 6-1,Charles Fry def Clare Howard 6-2, Daniel Brewster lost to Trent Graham 5-6. DIVISION 2: Balaklava Gold 6-36 def Two Wells 0-10. Doubles: Jordon Taylor Hedley Greenshields def Shannen Weir Jamee Seccafien 6-5, Cody Scott Marni Greenshields def Tegan Breen Renee Seccafien 6-0. Singles: Jordan Taylor def Shannen Weir 6-1, Hedley Greenshields def Tegan Breen 6-2, Cody Scott def Jamee Seccafien 6-1, Marni Greenshields def Renee Seccafien 6-1. DIVISION 3: Balaklava Green 5-35 def Balaklava Gold 1-19. Doubles: Henry Lane Dillon Michael lost to Jake Michael Zac Scholz 5-6, Taylor Durdin Ashleigh Williams def Gemma Freebairn Natasha Greenshields 6-3. Singles: Henry Lane def Jake Michael 6-1, Dillon Michael def Zac Scholz 6-2, Taylor Durdin def Gemma Freebairn 6-5, Ashleigh Williams def Natasha Greenshields 6-2.

Division two premiers, Balaklava Gold, from left: Hedley Greenshields, Cody Scott, Jordan Taylor and Marni Greenshields.

norther yp juniors

Alford 6-50 def Lochiel 3-38. Jan Truter L Mitchell Nicholls 6-5, David Stringer d Tom Rowe 6-2, Emma Bruce L Sarah Weepers 6-4, Sam Bruce d Tegan Nottle 6-4, Heidi Bruce d Amy Nottle 6-5, Jordan Bure d Ben Nicholls 6-4.

Division three premiers, Balaklava Green, from left: Henry Lane, Taylar Durdin, Ashleigh Williams and Dillon Michael

Over the Net Name: Louis Surace Nickname: The King Play for: Dalkey Tennis idols: Bjorn Borg If you could choose any tennis player to play mixed doubles with, who would it be? Yvonne because we have a laugh Tennis could be improved by: Practice and height Toughest opponent on the court: Ben Marshman Highlight of tennis career so far: Still waiting... Funniest thing you’ve ever seen on the

tennis court: Brian Koch attempting to play tennis How would your friends describe you in one word? Social butterfly What’s the best advice your parents have given you: Have fun. Life is too ‘short’ If you were Prime Minister, what would you do? Lower the price of beer and more money for sport What would be a perfect evening for you? Watching the footy with mates and a beer in hand

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Edith Terrace, Balaklava

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SPORT ❖ MNTA Grand Final

2010 Lo wer N or th Te n n is prem ie rs

OWEN/GRACE PLAINS premiership team, back from left: Daniel Pratt, Sonia Angus, Craig Sowerby, Robert Lloyd, Andrew Pratt, Ben and Bess Marshman, front: Amy Jordan, Brett Davies, Jacki Baker, Kathy Harkness, Adam Pratt and Leonie Selleck.

JACKI Baker, Owen/Grace Plains, serves up during her singles match.

Lower Northern Tennis Association grand final: In Saturdays grand final at Hamley Bridge, Dalkey hosted Owen/ Grace Plains in warm sunny conditions. At the completion of the mixed doubles it was three sets all, Dalkey leading by three games. Half way through the singles it was six sets all, the home side still leading games when new balls were taken. The combined team from Owen/Grace Plains won five of the remaining six singles to lead 11 sets 85 games to 7 sets 78 games at the completion of the singles. It was 12 sets to 10 sets and only two games the difference with the top men and ladies doubles to finish. Owen/Grace Plains won both of these to claim victory 14 sets 111 games defeating Dalkey 10 sets 103 games in a good display of tennis. Please keep tennis fresh in your mind as we plan to have a season review meeting in April. – Ben Pym, President, LNTA.

RIGHT: Ben Marshman in action for Owen/ Grace Plains.

DALKEY’S Luke Wedding powers a backhand down the court.

LEONIE Selleck, Owen/Grace Plains runs to hit a forehand during her doubles match.

■ MID NORTH A grade premiers Balaklava

■ MID NORTH B grade premiers Riverton

BALAKLAVA A grade team, back from left: Rick Lamond, Andrew Lane, Derek Friedrichs, Andrew Michael, Scott McDonald, Don Veitch, middle: Phil Barry, Melissa Moulds, Tania Allen, Ben Heaslip, Jane Harding, Angela Battle. Front: Sharalyn Pike, Helen Barry, Shelley Lamond and Pauline Hill.

RIVERTON B grade team, back from left: Blake Grifﬁths, Frank McInerney, Grant Linke, Bradley Koster, Chris Aitchison, Sam Przibilla, front: Ellen Callery, Hannah Connell, Jade Klaebe, Tammi Klaebe, Hannah Clark, Shannon Noll and Leanne Grifﬁths.

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SPORT v Tennis

Balaklava celebrates after successful season

Lo wer No rt h ju ni or ac ti on ABOVE: Gemma Freebairn, Balaklava Gold throws the ball up to serve during her division three singles match on Saturday. ABOVE LEFT: Mallala’s Douglas Howard prepares to smash a forehand during the division one match against Owen’s Robert Lloyd.

Balaklava Tennis Club held it’s break-up on Sunday at the Sports Club. A barbeque lunch was enjoyed by players, parents and committee members, awards being presented afterwards. n ABOVE: Balaklava Tennis Club trophy winners, back from left: Helen Barry, Phil Barry, Callum Michael, Luke Williams, front: Dillon Michael, Sarah Heaslip, Tyson Lamond, Joshua Appleby, Jake Michael. Absent: Gemma Freebairn, Julius Rohrlach and Marni Greenshields. Trophies were donated by sponsor Durdin Building Services.

Whippets division two night tennis premiers

n Balaklava Tennis Club junior first year award winners, back from left: Jordan Taylor, Ashleigh Williams, Joshua Appleby, front: Sarah Heaslip, Lori Allen, Tayla Williams, Tyson Lamond, Toby Michael and Tom Lane. Absent: Julius Rohrlach, Tash Greenshields, Billy West, Ethan May and Kirrily White.

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Whippets won the division two night tennis grand final, held on March 11. From left: Suzy McDonald, Michelle Williams, Shaun Northcott and Nicole Parker.

Mid North grand final

Riverton 12-115 defeated Sevenhill 12-111. Grand final results from March 20. Balaklava 12-109 def Blyth 12-107. Ladies singles: Melissa Moulds L Amanda O’Shaughnessy 6-0, Helen Barry L Lisa Stirling 6-4, Pauline Hill L Janet Zweck 6-1, Shaz Pike d Tracey Andriske 7-5, Shelley Lamond L Bec Carlin 6-2, Tania Allen L Lyn Stirling 6-4. Mens Singles: Derek Friedrichs L Shane Jeisman 7-5, Rick Lamond d Dale Stirling 6-4, Phil Barry d Christian White 6-3, Scott McDonald d Matthew Williams 6-1, Andrew Michael d Rob Dall 6-1, Andrew Lane d Dan Eckman 6-2.

Balaklava v Blyth report

Balaklava defeated Blyth in the Mid North A grade tennis grand final at Saddleworth on Saturday. Final scores were Balaklava 12-109 d. Blyth 12107 in a very even contest. Balaklava played only its second lawn match of the year to take on lawn specialists Blyth in the much anticipated grand final at Saddleworth. Both sides brought the buses which was a good idea! The mixed doubles had, all bar one, very tight sets including a tiebreaker, a 7-5 and two 6-4s. The Balaklava side were lucky enough to win the tie and 7-5, whilst Blyth nabbed the 6-4s. Shelley Lamond and Andrew Michael had a big dakdropper win, which was the only one for Balak! Tania Allen was brought into the side for the injured hop-along Angela Battle, who has so far been jinxed to have not played in a grand final! Tania and Andrew Lane had a good 6-3 win with both trying not to succumb to the pressure and their nerves! Phil and Helen Barry won a marathon tiebreaker over Dale and Lisa Stirling in a high quality set.

The ladies singles heroine was Shaz Pike, who was the only lady to win in a thrilling 7-5. Tania and Helen Barry were unlucky to lose long 6-4s, whilst Melissa Moulds had to drop the briefs in her set against the Blyth starlet Amanda O’Shaughnessy. In a twist of fate, the mens singles had the exact opposite final scoreline as the womens! This made things very interesting heading into the straight doubles. For the men, Rick Lamond won an excellent 6-4 over Dale Stirling, whilst Mr Consistent Phil kept his cool to defeat opponent Christian White. Youg gun Scott McDonald got a boost in confidence by having a good singles win, as did the two Andrew’s in Michael and Lane. Top man Derek Friedrichs started exceptionally well, but was distracted by an unruly bystander to eventually come second in a long 7-5. The Balaklava side was ahead 10-8 heading into the doubles, so the Blyth ladies cranked up a notch to win all 3 doubles. Blyth stalwarts Janet Zweck and Tracey Andriske pulled out all stops to win a lengthy 6-4 over Pauline and Shaz in a good set. The Balaklava mens middle and bottom pairs won in identical 6-2 scores, so, in a scene reminscent of last years grand final at Clare, the top mens doubles was to be the decider. Derek and Rick had their spider senses tingling, knowing that it was up to them. But the Blyth men also knew, and ended up winning 6-4. Marty Brice was absent for calculations, but Phil had it worked out, with Balaklava scraping through to win by 2 games. An excellent finals score, showing how even the two sides were. Final score Balaklava 12-109 defeated Blyth 12- 107. Well done to the Balaklava team who can now enjoy the winter break! Remember, the AGM is on April 20 7.30pm at the Sports Club. All members encouraged to attend.

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The Plains Producer has teamed with the Adelaide Crows to help promote one of its training “Super Clinics” coming up in April. And YOU can win a signed Crows guernsey AND a family pass to a Crows home game at Aami Stadium against Richmond on Sunday, May 9, at 4.10pm. Adelaide Football Club offered this great prize as part of an exclusive promotional package for the clinic. All you have to do is name the captain of the Adelaide Crows. First correct entry drawn will win BOTH prizes. Entries close Friday, April 9 and the winner will be notified that day. Please ensure you provide a contact phone number on the entry form below. The winner’s name will appear in the Plains Producer’s April 15 edition.

Send or deliver to The Plains Producer, 9 Howes street, Balaklava, 5461 by 5pm Friday, April 9. Super Clinic The Crows Super Clinic for the northern areas will be held at Gepps Cross football club on Tuesday, April 13, from 5.30pm. All young footballers are welcome to attend. Other clinics will be held in the city at Cove football club on Tuesday, April 6 and at Payneham football club on Wednesday, April 7. For more details, contact the club on 8440 6331. About a dozen Crows players will be at the Gepps Cross football club clinic. They include Cook, Talia,Vince, van Berlo, Petrenko, Thompson, Dangerfield,Craig, MacKay, Porplyzia, Edwards and Bock.

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SPORT v LGCA Grand Final

Lo w er G il be rt t ro ph y w in n er s

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A grade trophy winners, back from left: Michael Warnes, Long Plains (Man of the Match), Robert Montgomery, Mallala (batting aggregate), Kelly Curnow, Mallala (batting average), front: Jamie McArdle, Long Plains (bowling aggregate), Dean West, Dublin (fielding), David Cawrse, Mallala (bowling average) and Ben Martin, Mallala (fielding).

MALLALA 10/115 defeated Long Plains 10/108 in a tight match. Pictured above, back from left: Robert Montgomery, Ben Goudie, Adam Fischer, Ben Work, middle: Wes Rudd, Kelly Curnow, Matthew Birchmore, Ben Martin, David Cawrse, Brian Montgomery, front: Jake Bowden and Jake Charnstrom.

Matthew Birchmore, Mallala catches Simon Schulz, who put two runs on the board for Long Plains.

Mallala boys steal club’s first win in 21 years a grade

ABOVE: Mallala’s Andrew Fischer gives chase to the ball as Long Plains batsmen Tim McArdle and Kirk Daniel make runs. RIGHT: Kirk Daniel takes a drinks break.

Lower Gilbert Cricket

Perfect conditions and oval greeted players for this years Lower Gilbert Cricket Association A grade final. Mallala batted first and at drinks were in a solid position at 2 for 60. After drinks was a different story with Michael Warnes ripping through Mallala’s middle order, taking 5 for 24 for the game and putting Long Plains in a winning position. A late resistance from Ben Martin ensured a score over 100 with Mallala eventually all out for 115. Long Plains started strong with Heath Pym (31) top score for match. Long Plains at drinks were 2 for 73. Only needing two runs an over Long Plains started to stumble. Kelly Curnow was introduced and quickly took two wickets and the Montgomerys bowled well with the wind to get Mallala back into the game. Long Plains only needed 11 to win when Robert Montgomery caught Warnes LBW

with three wickets in hand. Ben Goudie, who displayed brilliant fielding ran out Matt East. Curnow got his third with Kirk Daniel, and it was down to semi final heroes Trussel and Jamie McArdle to bring it home. But it wasn’t to be. Brian Montgomery took out Jamie’s off-stump to end Mallala’s 21 year drought. In 12 overs Mallala took six for 34 to come from nowhere to win the game. Congratulations to both teams as the match was played in good spirits. PS – get well Birchy! • With just four teams currently playing in the association, league president Jock Robinson has expressed his concerns regarding participation levels. League directors are working on enticing teams from neighbouring towns, and urge anyone interested to support their local clubs.

under 16

This year’s LGCA under 16 grand final was played between Hamely and Mallala

on Saturday March 13 at Long Plains. Hamley won the toss, electing to bat, and were looking to put up a big total for Mallala to chase. It was the two Jakes from Mallala – Charnstrom and Birchmore – who spoiled Hamley’s final. They ripped through the top order having Hamley on the ropes at 7/27. Brilliant fielding from Mallala ensured no catches went down, until Konzag and Svetec took sharp changes in gully and slips. Hamley were eventually all out for 44 with first year player Jarrod Dunstan cleaning up the tail. Mallala’s batting started strong, all but putting the game beyond reach. Birchmore and Svetec put on 30 before Bubner took a great catch to dismiss Suetec. Ghutaura and Birchmore carried the bat to win by nine wickets. Congratulations to the boys as they also defeated Hamley last year to go back to back. – Kelly Curnow

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Results of Senior Grand Final cricket played on March 20

Mallala vs Long Plains Match won by Mallala Mallala Batting D.Cawrse ct J.McArdle b M.Trussell..... 20 R.Montgomery ct & b M.Trussell........... 24 M.Birchmore ct J.McArdle b S.McArdle... 7 B.Montgomery b M.Warnes..................... 9 K.Curnonw ct S.McArdle b M.Warnes... 14 W.Rudd b M.Warnes............................. 15 J.Bowden ct S.Schulz b M.Warnes......... 1 A.Fischer b M.Warnes............................. 2 B.Martin ct T.McArdle b S.McArdle........ 13 B.Work ct & b S.McArdle........................ 2 B.Goudie Not Out.................................... 0 Extras 8 Total 10/115 Long Plains Bowling Bowler O M W R T.Daniel 5 1 0 19 M.Warnes 10 2 5 24 M.Trussell 7 4 2 13 J.McArdle 8 1 0 21 S.McArdle 9.2 0 3 30

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Long Plains Batting H.Pym lbw M.Birchmore........................ 31 T.Daniel b B.Montgomery........................ 2 Sam McArlde ct B.Montgomery b M.B.. 17 Scott McArdle ct K.Curnow b R.Mont.....11 T.McArdle b K.Curnow........................... 14 K.Daniel lbw K.Curnow.......................... 21 S.Schulz ct M.Birchmore b K.Curnow..... 2 M.Warnes lbw R.Montgomery................. 4 J.McArdle b B.Montgomery..................... 0 M.East Run Out B.Goudie....................... 2 M.Trussell Not Out................................... 1 Extras 3 Total 10/108 Mallala Bowling Bowler O M W R B.Montgomery 6.3 0 2 16 R.Montgomery 10 3 2 29 A.Fischer 3 2 0 12 M.Birchmore 4 0 2 13 D.Cawrse 4 1 0 19 K.Curnow 6 0 3 16

Cricket U16 premiers Mallala, back from left: coach Kelly Curnow, Alex Dorman, Jake Birchmore, Ben Martin, Chris Pritchard, coach Ben Work, Jake Charnstrom, Anan Ghutaura, Jarrod Dunstan, Ryan Konzag, Cameron Curnow, Brad Wilson, Kyle Savill, Reece Svetec and Nick Goudie.

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SPORT v Wooroora Men’s Bowls

winners of semi-finals move into grand final Ideal weather conditions, once again, greeted bowlers of the respective preliminary final sides as they converged onto Hamley Bridge to decide which sides would move into the following week’s grand finals. At the end of the day, last weekend’s first semi-final winners took the honours again and earned the right to contest the respective grand finals.

Balaklava downs Owen in division one The Division One preliminary final featured Owen against Balaklava, a clash where Owen has had the better of Balaklava during the season. However, on this occasion, Balaklava produced better bowls on the day to defeat Owen and secure a Grand Final berth. Peter Thompson (Balaklava) had a narrow one shot win over N Harkness (Owen) while G Harkness (Owen) had an eight shot victory over T Clifford (Balaklava). In the final rink, Taylor (Balaklava) had a match winning advantage of 16-shots

ABOVE: Peter Thompson, Balaklava prepares to bowl in division one. RIGHT: Owen’s Brian Parker watches play during the division one match.

By John Glistak WWBA secretary over Parker (Owen) to give Balaklava an overall nine shot victory. This Saturday’s grand final will feature Hamley Bridge and Balaklava. Epic grand final matches have taken place between these two sides in recent years and another interesting tussle is anticipated. Season form has seen Hamley Bridge dominate the competition despite several hiccups along the way while Balaklava has only had a

reasonable season by their usual standards. While the grand final will bring out the best in all bowlers, Hamley Bridge will remain the strong favourites to continue their run of six consecutive premierships. Division One: 20 March 2010 – preliminary final: Balaklava 83 (B. Taylor 36, T. Clifford 21, P. Thompson 26) def. Owen 74 (B. Parker 20, G. Harkness 29, N. Harkness 25) Division One: 27 March 2010 – grand final: Hamley Bridge vs Balaklava at Port Wakefield. Match starts at 1 pm.

Riverton White wins cliff hanger Port Wakefield Blue and Riverton White contested the Two Red preliminary final at Hamley Bridge last weekend. For virtually the whole match, Port Wakefield Blue held sway, leading by as much as 14 shots across the boards at times. The Hannaford (RW) – Fontaine (PWB) match was first to finish with their scores level. Next to finish, McGregor (PWB) had a 13-shot advantage over Kelly (RW). The Williams (PWB) – Glistak (RW) battle still had two ends to play with Port Wakefield Blue holding an overall four-shot lead. On the 24th end, Riverton White cut this lead back to one shot with the last end still to play. With Williams (PWB) to play his final bowl on the final end, Riverton White had sufficient winning shots in the head to take the match. An upshot into the head by Williams saw the ‘jack’ moved but unfortunately back to another of Riverton’s bowls. The scores were now level overall, and for the first time for many years, a tie-breaker of two ends for all three rinks had to be played to determine the winner of

the preliminary final. After the first of the tie-breaker ends, Riverton White held a one shot advantage, eventually increasing this to a match winning eight shot advantage with the completion of the second extra end. At the end of the day, Riverton White secured their place in next week’s grand final. Hamley Red and Riverton White meet in the Two Red Grand Final to be played at Port Wakefield. In their most recent match, Hamley Red had a good win over Riverton White earning them favouritism for this match. On the other hand, Riverton White will take on board their hard winning performance from last week showing that anything is possible in a game of bowls. Division Two Red: March 20 – Preliminary Final: Riverton White 79 (R. Hannaford 27, J. Glistak 34, P. Kelly 18) def. Port Wakefield Blue 71 (P. Fontaine 24, A. Williams 17, R. McGregor 30). Scores tied 69-69 after completion of 25 ends. Division Two Red: March 27 – grand final: Hamley Red vs Riverton White at Port Wakefield. Match starts at 1 pm.

rob Brandsma bowls for Riverton Black during the Division Two White match on Saturday.

Riverton Black aiming Grand final arrangements for two in a row

Philip Gates, Riverton Black gets the line from a team mate in Division Two White.

Congratulations to all sides competing in the respective Grand Finals and may the best sides in the respective Divisions win on the day. Port Wakefield Bowling Club will be providing afternoon tea on the day with a $4 charge applying to all bowlers and spectators alike.The arrangements for grand final day will be as follows: 12.30pm – sides arrive; cards and coin toss for mat completed by team managers 12.40pm – photographs taken of participating sides 12.50pm – warm-up ends commence 1.00pm – play starts 3.00pm – afternoon tea 5 – 5.30pm – completion of finals Within 15 minutes of the last grand final finishing, the presentation ceremony will commence, as follows: presentation of Association Championship perpetual trophies and individual trophies to respective winners of singles, pairs, triples and fours championships (attire – whites); Division Two White – presentation of premiership shield and badges; Division Two Red – presentation of shield and badges; Division One – presentation of shield and badges. Photographs will be taken during the presentation ceremony. Wasleys, Balaklava and Owen Club secretaries are asked to inform their respective Championship winners that their attendance at the presentation ceremony is required and, if not playing in the grand final, that they bring their whites along with them to change into just prior to the presentation ceremony.

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Minor premiers, Mallala Black faced Riverton Black in the Two White preliminary final. During the middle stages of their match, Mallala Black held the ascendancy but as the match progressed, Riverton Black overcame the deficit to eventually win by 18 shots. While Donlon (MB) had a seven shot win over Schulz (RB), a nine shot win for Gates (RB) over McDonald (MB) and a 16-shot win for Prime (RB) over King (MB) was sufficient to see Riverton Black move into next week’s grand final. The grand final in Two White will feature Mallala White against Riverton Black. During the season, the respective sides have met twice, each winning once. Riverton Black only snuck into the finals in the last minor round game

while Mallala White’s recent form has produced five wins and a draw. Mallala White is likely to enter this match as favourite but Riverton Black will also be keen to win their second premiership in a row. Division Two White: March 20 – Preliminary Final: Riverton Black 81 (R. Schulz 19, P. Gates 29, B. Prime 33) def. Mallala Black 63 (G. Donlon 26, K. McDonald 20, M. King 17) Division Two White: March 27 – grand final: Mallala White vs Riverton Black at Port Wakefield. Match starts at 1 pm.

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SPORT v District

Lower North Past Presidents hang onto Red River Gum trophy

Trophy Donor, Trevor Frahn (left) with Lower Murray president Carleen Schulz, after presenting the Trophy to Doug Maylin, Lower North president.

Croquet mid north

Results from March 17. Clare players ventured to Balaklava last Wednesday, play started when the day was very pleasant, warming up as it progressed. Rob and Jenny were too good for Dulcie and Chris. Beating them by three hoops. Jenny hit form with some very good shots making seven leaving her husband to catch up. Erika and Nancy doubled Ruth and Ellie’s score of seven. Neither of Clare girls coud really get into the game, while Erika started off by putting her and her partner through the first hoop and never looked back. Balakalva girls shots improved as the game progressed, hitting them where they wanted them and keeping Clare girls a fair distance apart, making roqueting harder. The court was blamed but the balls only go where the hitter puts them. The court is in very good condition letting the balls roll beautifully, quite often off the court. But that is a part of the judgement of the player. Balaklava 23 def Clare 19. D williams 4 L R Stevens 5, C Reimers 5 L J Stevens 7, E Engelke 5 d R Loader 4, N Williams 9 d E Hooper 3.

Golf Balaklava men

Doubtless it was the highly charged emotional state of the State on election day that saw our numbers drop a tad, but of the 27 great and good who had the wit to vote early, several performed deeds of heroism beyond the pale. We charged off in search of glory through winning the inaugural Michael Families Trophy, this being the second and final Stableford round. Whoever knocked up the highest aggregate score, regardless of grade, got the gong and so it came to pass that a committed, courageous Corey Temby took the trophy with a magnificent 77 points. Runner-up was Austin Henstridge with 74 points, with young Dean “Mince Meat” Robinson third with 73 points, having bumped Callum Michael out of the limelight on a count back. Our sincere thanks to the massed ranks of Michaels who have contributed so much to our club and of course, they still do. A battle of the strong-willed was pitched between the highly experienced golfing gladiator “Rotten Ron” Butterworth and relative newcomer, the mechanically gifted Mike Hahesy, as they went head to head to determine our Summer Cup. We all knew that this would rate somewhere around “titanic” in the struggle ranks and so it proved. Ron had to endure and finally manage to shake off his worthy opponent on the 19th hole. Hearty congratulations to both men for producing what can only be considered a truly great stoush. From the hallowed ranks of the A grade squattocracy emerged one Tate Michael, back in form and unbeatable with his 38 points. In second place was “Military” Merv Hameister (36) and Scott “Bunny Bombs” Michael third (35), leaping over Peter Lamont on a count back. The Summer Cup Kid came in with 32 points, leading P. Anderson (32), M. Smith (31) and R. Lawson (28). For the B Graders it was Corey Temby again victorious with a very smart 40 points, followed by a fast-maturing and much-improved young Callum Michael (37) and a constantly sartorial Rob Veitch (36). Clad in garb more generic were W. Berry (35), D. Trickett (34), D. Addison (33), D. Robinson (31), J. Curnow (24) and G. Anderson (22). Over in the critical C grade zone the day belonged to a beaming Jordan Taylor, who smote a smooth 38 points to laud it over Martin Bell (34) who in turn lauded it over Mike Hahesy on a count back who in turn lauded it over Austin Henstridge on his own count back. Then came the 33s, scored by Ben Michael, Lachlan Hart and Jordan Wilson, while J. Napper dared to be different and hit 29.

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The Lower North Bowls Past Presidents played their annual match against Lower Murray Branch at Mount Pleasant recently, Lower North retaining the Red River Gum Trophy. Over 70 players, including some State Executive players, joined in the day, a game being played both before and after lunch, which determined the result. Best performing Lower North team on the day consisted of Helen Gregory, David Freebairn, Lyn Moloney, and John Moloney. In his report at the AGM, held immediately after the game, outgoing President, Doug Maylin from Two Wells, said that 14 new members were inducted during the season, but expressed disappointment that many of the new members only made themselves available when the game was at their home club. Six games were played during the season,

Young Jake Michael had yet another good Junior day out, returning with a solid 30 points, while Paul Thompson continued his holy quest for a blessed handicap by playing the full 18 and submitting yet another card for the scrutineers. Callum Michael scored the only Birdie for the day, on the third hole where he also claimed Nearest The Pin. The other NTPs belonged to Murray “Stephen Murray-Smith” on the 8th, Peter Lamont the 15th, Martin Bell the 13th and the very evocation of elegance, Patricia Anderson, at the 15th. This Saturday we will open our Winter Season with a stress-free four-ball Stableford event, followed by some nosh. In principle, two players take their best individual score for each hole, then hope like hell that they win something. Good fun and the weather should be partly cloudy, in the early 30s – bliss!

and $999 was raised for the Benevolent Fund by conducting Raffles. This was distributed equally to Cancer Foundation, Heart Foundation, and Red Cross Haiti Appeal. Next season’s programme will commence on Monday October 11, with an opening day at Nuriootpa. President Peter Buckley hopes to recruit many more members for that day, and the five scheduled games against other branches during the season. Past presidents, both men and women, of any lawn bowling club or association are eligible to apply for membership. Our area includes from the Barossa and Light Association, and Two Wells, as far North as Clare, Snowtown, and Burra areas. Peter can be contacted on 8562 1242, or secretary John Tayler 8528 5306.

Singles winner Bev Schoenberg (right) of Saddleworth with runner-up Lyn Wildash of Auburn.

Bring the ‘bling’ to 100 club, April 10

The red carpet social event of the year, our mighty 100 Club “Glam & Glitter” affair, will occur on Saturday April 10 from around 6.30pm. For a $100 ticket, you could not only win a motza, ($1500) – but also will enjoy a sumptuous meal, catered by the Royal Hotel, with musical entertainment and a shirtload more. A non-ticket holding partner need fork out a mere $35 for the meal, so join the golfing glitteratie by making up your own table of fun-loving farnarcklers and advise Ian Michael of your hedonistic intentions by ‘phoning him on 0409 692 891.

Mid week

Results from March 17. Mike Hahesy 39, Merv Hameister 36, Don Anderson 36, Bill Berry 34, John Curnow 34, Dene Newton 32, Dean Trickett 23. Birdies: None.

Hamley bridge

Wim Van Pelt easily won Thursdays stableford with 45pts from Errol Branson with 40 points in a field of only 11 players due to the veterans being played at Tanunda. Other Scores Kieth Kluske, Ron Smith 38, Roen Cameron 37, Wally Jackson, Doug Cooper 36, Roger Hahn 35, Barry Schwartz 34, Ian Rohde 30, Rob Hinderwell 28, and Cliff Applebee 25. There were no nearest to the pins but birdies were made by Errol Branson 7th, Kieth Kluske, Ron Smith and Barry Schwartz 14th. Gawler post master and club committee member Rob Hinderwell who hasn’t swung a club since Christmas had a unprogramed practice swing on the 11th or as one lady member called it “a fish”. Non comp player Dennis Nation 43. On Saturday 20 players were drawn in pairs for a best aggregate stroke competition with Barry Schwartz and Kieth Kluske winning the day with a nett 132 from Max Grassby and Dave Russell 133, Rex Mortimer and Bob Ahola 134. Some of the better individual scores Kieth Kluske 64, Max Grasby 65, Rex Mortimer, Bob Ahola 67, Barry Schwartz,Steve Howe, Dave Russell, Ron Smith, Brian Cooper and Bradley Zerna 68. Birdies Wim Van Pelt 1st, Rex Mortimer 6th Dave, Russell 12th, John Mitchell 1st and 9th, Bradley Zerna 5th. NTPs Bob Charman 4th, Kieth Kluske 9th. A short time ago one of the clubs most valuable members, curator and treasurer Andrew Phillips had what we believe to be a milestone birthday with some members helping him to celebrate at his home, as this was missed by the media we will now say ‘Happy Birthday Andrew”.

Auburn’s Bev Northern Light Women Singles champion The NLWBA Singles and Fours Championships were played over two days at Spalding and Booborowie respectively. The weather wasn’t the best, but the greens at both venues were excellent. The singles competition was very tight with three players losing only one game out of eight. At times like this, it seems a bit unfortunate that there can only be a winner and runner up with the third player not being ‘recognised’ at all. In this case it was Lyn Mosey (Robertstown) who missed out, Lyn Wildash (Auburn) was the runner up and Bev Schoenberg (Saddleworth)

the winner. Congratulations to those ladies and all other club singles champions - you were good enough to get to the Championships. In the Fours it looked like two clubs had a clear lead after day one, but as we all know in bowls, you can never be sure of the result until all games are played. There was a turn around of fortunes on the second day, but Booborowie maintained it’s lead and was the winner by two points. The runners up result could have been different but for a couple of wins instead of drawn games, but it was Auburn girls who took home the runners up prize, much to their surprise and delight.

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Results from March 21. 30 Target Medley. A: J Byrnes 50/50, G Hopgood 49/50. B: S Byrnes 48/50, A Goodridge 47/50, C: J Gilbert 44/50, R Pitt 40/50. S. Target Double Barrel Shoot Off. A and overall: G Gilbert 23/23, B: J Innes 17/20, C: J Gilbert 19/20. 50 Target. A and overall: G Gilbert 49/50, J Byrnes 48/50, B: A Goodridge 81/83, S Byrnes 80/83, C: R Pitt 46/50, J Meaney 37/50. Overall High Gun. A: J Byrnes 103/105.

Fours winners, from left: Mary White, Lenice Pearce, Raylene Landorf and Gwenda Sims of Booborowie. Plains Producer, Wednesday March 24, 2010

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from the green bridge, jeopardising crops and current control methods, including the effectiveness of chemicals and genetic breeding for resistance,” Dr Rainbow said. In addition to the threat of pests and diseases, weed growth during summer and autumn also reduces the availability of soil moisture and nutrients to following crops. Dr Rainbow said the control of the green bridge was a community issue, not just an individual one, as many pests and diseases could easily spread from adjacent properties and commonly-owned land. “Rust spores, aphids and mites all travel on the wind, and easily cross farm boundaries. Aphids can also fly upwind. Where crops are sown close to a green bridge containing plants infected with fungal or viral diseases, and their vectors, the infection will quickly spread to the newly established crop,” Dr Rainbow said. “While individual farmers will benefit from efforts to eradicate the green bridge on their own properties, effective control

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requires neighbours to work together to remove volunteers and weeds simultaneously.” Dr Rainbow said the impact of a disease would be more widespread and severe the earlier infection occurred after germination. “Widespread infection places pressure on current chemical controls. High levels of rust carryover on volunteers, for instance, can make control with fungicides more difficult and also places pressure on genetic resistance in cereal varieties and increases the likelihood of pathogen mutation.” By providing a host for pests and disease, the green bridge can trigger epidemics of insects and diseases later in the year, which cannot be easily or economically controlled. In some instances there are no effective chemical controls for the insects or diseases transmitted from the green bridge, such as wheat streak mosaic virus transmitted by the wheat curl mite. To assist growers with eradication of the green bridge, a GRDC factsheet is available via www.grdc.com.au/greenbridge_factsheet. The GRDC has also provided growers with a central resource for cereal rust management information at www.grdc.com.au/rustlinks. The GRDC is a supporter of the Australian Cereal Rust Control Program. The frontrunner in fertiliser Ph: 8415 1900

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Grain trader AWB’s shares were trading more than 10 per cent lower after it downgraded its profit forecasts. Expected profit before tax and significant items is now between $85 million and $115 million for the year to September 30, 2010. The guidance compares to its previous forecast of $115 million to $140 million in December and a result of $93 million for the year to September 30, 2009. AWB has extensive operations in South Australia through its grain trading business and its Landmark rural services division which has branches around the state.

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American crops fall as winter eases The latest United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) crop report has just been released and updates American crop supply and demand factors. These reports are important to the Australian market as the US is one of our key competitors and heavily influences the prices we receive on the world market. Although this was not the most anticipated report for the year, it was of particular interest as it acknowledged the unharvested acres of corn and soybean crops before winter setting in December 2009. The intention was to get an indication of the percentage of crop still capable of being harvested as the snow melted and therefore being included in farm stock figures. As a result of this updated information the US corn and soybean crops were reduced collectively by more than 20,000 acres with indications this is likely to reduce further as more states are surveyed in the next month or so. Potential yields were also reduced slightly but the indication is the corn crop will still come in excess of 350 million tonnes. This news was not substantial enough to inspire grain values to increase. It is relevant to us even though we do not produce large volumes of corn or soybeans as these commodities have a bearing on wheat and canola. Therefore hiccups in the production of these crops are likely to have a positive impact on our prices. On wheat, winter plantings were restricted as a result of wet conditions as well as a result of the delayed corn and soybean harvest. The crop is now coming out of dormancy as a heavy layer of snow melts which has been providing a level of protection to the crop. As this layer melts, it provides good moisture but in some cases issues with water logging may cause problems trucking grain in regional areas. Yet in the northwest conditions have been unseasonably dry which will affect production estimates going forward. Currently the USDA estimates this year’s US wheat plantings are to be back to around 40 million acres which is the lowest plantings in over 20 years and a long way from the 60 million acres we have seen planted in the last couple of years. It is considered the April USDA report will provide a more comprehensive view of how the winter crop comes out of dormancy along with giving an indication as to how harvest begins in the southern states. 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.

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Ladies Winter Morning Tennis

Tuesday March 30 - 7.30pm at Balaklava Sports Club

• Your attendance would be appreciated

Please register your name with Louise Michael on 8528 6275 by March 31, 2010

Mallala Institute Committee presents…

ANY & ALL WELCOME

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you can dig a well using only your finger Call 1800 811 700 to donate today and you can provide people in the Asia Pacific region with clean water.

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RSVP Please by Monday 29 to Diane 0439 886 312

You can also donate during March at:

PROUDLY AUSTRALIAN SINCE 1914

TROTTING PONY

Supper Show: Saturday March 20 - 8pm, Adult $15, Student $10 Matinee: Sunday March 21 - 2pm, Adult $10 Child/Conc. $8 Dinner Shows: Friday March 26 & Saturday March 27 - 7pm, $35 Tickets on sale Friday February 26 - 4.30pm then from Mallala IGA

WINTER BOWLS will start on…

NO ESKIES - NO DOGS

Wednesday March 31

Fields available at www.kapundharnessracing.com

• 12pm for a 12.30pm start • Come along and have some fun

4RD ANNUAL

Mobility Scooters

Have a go at driving the obstacle course and let the mobile radar ‘clock’ your speed so you know what it feels like to travel at walking pace (and the maximum speed of 10 kmph). Contact Kossie on 8662 2067 for more information and/or for assistance with transport, or special dietary needs – afternoon tea provided.

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Trip for two to 2010 AFL Grand Final Tickets $20 includes: Race Entry, BBQ Lunch, Discount drinks and RAFFLE ENTRY!! LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE CONTACT BALAKLAVA RACING CLUB - 8862 1503

Hear from the police officer about what the guidelines are for safely driving a gopher or electric wheelchair.

WIN! WIN! WIN!

between 1pm – 4pm at Hayfield Plains Retirement Village, Balaklava

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Come along for an informative and fun session

VETERANS RACE DAY

For more information please ring Alan on 8527 2192 or Shirley on 8527 22232

Road Safety

HELP THE FAMILIES OF OUR DECEASED VETERANS

The Club has purchased five new sets of bowls, a new microwave and pie warmer.

• Anticipated start time 1pm • 2 Bookmakers & On Course Tote • Face Painting • Bar • BBQ • Canteen • Dining

We’re looking for the music

SUNDAY March 28

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Plains Producer, Wednesday March 24, 2010

For rent

For Sale

Balaklava - 25 Philip Street, $230 per week. Spacious 3 bedroom home offering formal lounge and dine with built in bar. Functional kitchen adjacent family / second meals area, a/c, carport and garage / workshop. No pets. 12 months lease. Call Adam to view on 8281 1911.

General goods for sale or farm. 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. Ph 0408 877 769.

Three bedroom house in Two Wells township. Large back yard for kids, pets or vegie patch. Car port under main roof. To view call Neil Bowden 0407 396 840.

Balaklava one bedroom, free standing granny flat. Self contained, $115 per week F2F Realestate. Phone Julio 0409 100 062, 28a Humphrey Street, Balaklava.

Gopher, 3 wheeler, $400 o.n.o. Phone 8862 2263 or 0417 898 129. 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.

Baby goods, kids toys, entertainment unit, fold-up beds, chest of draws, TV, electrical goods, computer goods, lounge buffets, desk, aquariumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, camping gear, homewares and much more. Saturday March 27, 8.30 - 4pm. Lot 65 Redbanks Road, Mallala (Main road to Gawler, 5km out of Mallala). Phone 0418 849 151.

Balaklava two bedroom unit, air conditioning, car ports, $140 per week. Sorry no pets, phone 8867 1328 or 0409 286 177.

For Sale 1998 Honda VTR1000 motorbike, low kms, excellent condition, $5000. TIU-549. Phone 0488 950 759. Boat Nereus 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; runabout n near new condition on new trailer. Mercruiser inboard engine, 140 litre alloy fuel tank, boarding platform. Must see to be appreciate. Urgent sale. All offers over $35,000 considered. Phone 88671023. Bull bar with two posts. Suitable for VN to VT with spot lights. Good condition, $500 o.n.o. Ph 8862 1905. Burke and Wills dryzabone jacket 8XXL, full length, $125 o.n.o. Phone: 0438 036 650. caravan 14 foot 6 berth air conditioner $4700 neg. Phone 8566 3330. C a r ava n - R E G E N T CRUISER SERIES 3. Custom built with parklane features. 18ft tandem axle, Heron 3 A/C fitted in the side, island queen bed, mounted swivel TV stand. Roll out awning, full set anti-flap stabiliser bars, annex with Imax shade view cloth. Fully insulated, towing stabiliser rods. Immaculate condition, always stored under cover. $35,500. 28 Ralli Street, Balaklava 5461. Phone 0418 832 083. Caravan - Viscount 15â&#x20AC;? pop top 26, many extras. Phone 0417 899 120. 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. COOPers one stand electric shearing machine including hand piece. Also double grinder, perfect condition. Inspect or p.o.a. - 27 William Street, Two Wells 8520 2385. Commodore sedan VX auto, dual fuel, mechanically excellent, new tyres, cruise control, full service history, $5,600, WSY-914. Phone 0438 804 245. Commodore ute, December 2000, olympic edition, V6, auto, 167,000km, tub liner, tonneau cover, tow bar, alloys etc, excellent condition, $10,000 o.n.o. Phone 0428 621 891 Firewood - good quality, sawn, will deliver. Balaklava Museum. Phone 8862 1741. Firewood for sale, cut and delivered, kindling available. Phone/mobile: 0407 896 159 or after hours 8865 2127. Four black metal kitchen stools with padded seats $20 each. Cane phone table with seat $50. White two door melamine wardrobe with bottom shelf $50. Queen size pine bedhead $40. All in good condition. Phone 8862 2142.

Leigh Dove Tail Jig. Together with all accessories $750. Inspect at 14 George Street, Balaklava or ring 0427 304 415. Matthewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fish, 5 South Tce, Port Wakefield. Open 7 days. New season oysters, all sorted varieties of fish, prawns and smoked fish (meal sized packs). Easter orders welcome. Phone: 8862 1183. Mitsubishi Ute, 1983, aluminium tray, 5 speed, registered XBK-499, mechanically good, $1,800 ono. Phone 8847 2239. Native tubes ready now for autumn planting, limited stock. Some varieties of citrus also available. Lifetime Nursery, Judd Rd, Lewiston. Phone: 8524 3172. One table plus four kitchen chairs in good condition $50 o.n.o. 2 key boards $35 each o.n.o. Phone 8862 1347. 14 Charles Street, Balaklava. Pig Trailer - nnew 15x8 cheque plate tray with stock crate. Mass 1940 kg, GVM 6,520 kg, reg till 29/07/2010, reg no. TUX 130, $3,000. Ring 8862 1668 evenings. Pine posts CCA 4â&#x20AC;? - 5â&#x20AC;?, 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; $7. 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122; - 8â&#x20AC;? strainers 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; $15. Irrigation dripper line, 300 m $25. Vineyard 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; spaces & star droppers. Cheaper by the bundle. Phone Andrew 8528 6165. Port Wakefield - 900 small bales. First cut lucerne hay, $5.50 each including GST. Contact Ray 0438 851 669 or work 8867 1088. PORT WAKEFIELD. A magnificent return verandah stone villa on a fully fenced large allotment. Ideal for those seeking a property with loads of character and potential to do further renovations. Close to new marina development. Price by negotiation. Ph 0439 870 498. Prickle Chain: Cunningham 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122; diamond prickle chain, good condition, $22,000+GST ono. Balaklava. Phone 0428 631 242.

Garage Sale

Large Garage Sale - April 3, Easter Saturday. 10 storeholders. On lawn at Port Wakefield Caravan Park. from 8.30am onwards. Please leave car outside paravan park.

App Marriage Coligan - Wilson. Meagan and Jamie wish to announce their forthcoming marriage. Love and best wishes from all the family.

50th Wedding

Retravision - computers, cameras, ipods, appliances, Telstra dealer, air conditioning, wiring and repairs. Phone 8862 1552. Round dining table peake, $75. Phone Blyth 8844 5231. Silvan Turbomiser 2000 It overhead sprayer, $2,000. Environmist weed sprayer 2m wide tow behind $600. Phone 0418 852 167 for more details. Thomas wooden train set, curved, straight, bumpy track, bridges, tunnel, fire station plus 5 fire trucks. Motorised James with 20 train/cars/vehicles. Cranky the Crane, more, $225 set. Phone 8529 2155.

Plains Producer, Wednesday March 24, 2010

In Memoriam Maxwell - Dorothy Jean. 29/10/1931 to 26/03/2006. May the winds of love blow softly and whisper for you to hear that we will love you and keep you in our hears forever. Love Bob, Lynettte, Graeme, Janice and extended families.

Thank you TILLER - Peter and Meredith. Thank you to our fabulous family and friends for making our 40th wedding anniversary a very special occasion. Your flowers, cards and phone calls have been very much appreciated and to Garry Cottle â&#x20AC;&#x153;thanks for getting Meredith to the Church on timeâ&#x20AC;? 40 years ago!

Public Notice 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. Need 15 to fill the bus

Sit Vacant Casual workers required for grain and sheep on Tillerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Queensland property. Shooting available. Phone 0412 600 390.

wanted SMITH - Duck. On March 26 1960 Neville and Ruth Smith were married in the Balaklava Church of Christ by Mr Ken Patterson. It is with thankful hearts that they acknowledge their Heavenly Father for His faithfulness to them and for the love and support of families and friends throughout those years.

Birth Cock (nee Taylor). Krystal and Hadyn are proud to announce the safe arrival of their much loved son Oscar Edward born on March 16, 2010 weighing 6lb 13 oz. A little brother for Xavier. Special thanks to Melissa Sandercock, Chris Munt and all the staff who looked after us at Ashford Hospital. REDPATH - Pratt. Peta and Dwayne are delighted to announce the arrival on March 3 of Lucas Archer 7lb 10oz. Little brother for Jacob, Mackenzie and Rileigh. Another beautiful grandson for Jeff and Cathy, Rosemary and Barry.

Death Winnall - Douglas John. Passed away peacefully at Lyell McEwin Hospital on March 18, 2010. Loved and loving husband of (Louisa) Ray Winnall. Devoted and loving father and father-in-law of Julie & Marty, John & Judy. Proud Poppy of Jonathon.

Quiet black angus bull. Good worker. Selling to reduce stock. Inspect progeny in Auburn. Phone 0488 492 121.

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

Dearly loved son of the late John (Jack) and Margaret Winnall. Always loved and remembered. Resting peacefully A private cremation was held in Adelaide on Wednesday March 24, 2010. Our grateful thanks to Wheatfields Nursing Home for their loving kindness and care. In lieu of floral tributes please make donations to Wheatfields Inc, Cherry Street, Freeling in his memory.

Golden Ann. KEMP - Ellis. Brian and Maurine. Married at St Augustineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church, Unley on March 26, 1960. Congratulations Mum and Dad on your 50th Anniversary. With love and best wishes from Tania, Lea-Anne, Diane and Trudy and families.

Free of charge for recycling. We take old televisions, computers, microwaves, videos, stereos and stoves etc. off your hands. Please phone 0407 605 779 or 8862 2263.

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Clare & Gilbert Valleys Council

CLARE & GILBERT VALLEYS COUNCIL Infrastructure and Asset Management Plan & Long Term Financial Plan Council, at its meeting on 15 March 2010, adopted the following strategic plans for public consultation in accordance with its public consultation policy and Section 50 of the Local Government Act 1999: â&#x20AC;˘ Infrastructure and Asset Management Plan detailing the future management of building and infrastructure assets for the 20 years from 2009/2010 until 2028/2029 â&#x20AC;˘ Long Term Financial Plan for the 10 years from 2009/2010 until 2018/2019 The plans are available for inspection from Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s off ices in Clare, Riverton and Saddleworth and on Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website www. claregilbertvalleys.sa.gov.au. Council welcomes feedback on these plans. Written submissions should be addressed to: Mr Roy Blight Chief Executive Officer Clare & Gilbert Valleys Council 4 Gleeson Street, CLARE SA 5453 Closing Date: April 16, 2010

Public Notice

Invitation to Northern and Yorke NRM Board meeting Members of the community are invited to attend the next meeting of the Northern and Yorke Natural Resources Management Board: 1.00 pm Monday 29 March, 2010 Northern Areas Council Chambers, 94 Ayr Road, Jamestown

Regional Local & Community Infrastructure Program The Australian Government and the Clare & Gilbert Valleys Council would like to extend an invitation to the community to attend the opening of the Australian Government funded projects under the Regional Local and Community Infrastructure Program at the following locations:

The Board comprises community and government representatives who meet monthly to discuss and decide on regional natural resources management issues, including water, biodiversity, soils and marine and coastal issues. The Northern and Yorke region stretches from Balaklava in the south to Hawker in the north, and from Burra in the east across Yorke Peninsula. For more information, please contact the Board on: 8636 2361 or board@nynrm.sa.gov.au

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Employment Vacancy POSITIONS AVAILABLE Responsible, flexible and honest persons of any age to join the team at BP Port Wakefield Roadhouse. Mature age person welcomed to apply. To work in a roadhouse

Environmental Services Clerical Officer

Job description includes: • Cleaning • Stock Receivel • Shop Fill No experience necessary as the successful applicant will undergo a training program. The hours of employment will vary and will include weekends, however the roster may cater for an alternate weekend off.

Suitable persons are invited to apply for the above position with principal objectives to provide clerical assistance and customer service in the Environmental Services area. The position is classified at level 1 to 2, General Officers Stream of the SA Municipal Salaried Officers Award.

For full details of the job description – to be discussed at interview. Please ring Eddy on 0400 424 125 / 8867 1104 between 9am and 4pm Monday to Friday.

An information kit comprising a job description statement, key responsibilities, etc, and a conditions of employment document is available upon request, either by telephone on 8862 0800 or by email at admin@wakefieldrc.sa.gov. au. These documents may also be viewed on Council’s website at www.wakefieldrc.sa.gov.au under Job Vacancies. Further information may be obtained by contacting Council’s Environmental Services Manager, Elca McCarthy.

Casual Staff Required Port Wakefield • No overnight shifts • All age groups, juniors and seniors • Previous applicants need not apply • Will require weekends

Applications, in writing, should be addressed to PO Box 167, Balaklava 5461 and will be received until 5pm on Tuesday April 6, 2010. Phil Barry CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Phone: Jim 8867 1224 between 6am & 2pm

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

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Owen Reminder Notice

List your property with Elders and receive expert advise from the largest, most experienced rural estate company in Australia.

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Contact Graeme Hann, your local rural sales specialist in the Lower North at Elders on 8521 0302, 0417 814 659, fax 8524 8311 or email graeme.hann@elders.com.au

A/C PN and MA Bowyer Clearing sale additions: Diesel Hilux, 4 x 4 tray top. Refer previous issue (March 11, 2010) for full details. Elders Roseworthy 08 8524 8333 Andrew Bastian 0408 848 262

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.

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Superb Country Stone Villa on Acreage! What a beauty; experience the ultimate lifestyle centrally located only 8km north of Balaklava and 30km to St Vincent Gulf. Park-like setting surround a well presented homestead featuring 3 spacious bedrooms with 12” pressed tin ceilings, ornate fire surrounds, baltic pine natural doors, leadlight front entrance to central passageway, carpeted lounge with French doors leading to formal dining room. A 2 1/2 year old kitchen complete with Bosch dishwasher, original wood stove, halogen hot plates, range hood & wall oven complimented with stylish cork floors. A private family room with pot belly stove & a tastefully tiled bathroom. Mains plus rainwater connected. Stunning gums give privacy to a home that demands inspection.

As new 4 bedroom home • 4 Bedrooms • As new home • Spacious Lounge/ Living area

• Ensuite & wir to main bedroom • 3 Way bathroom • R/C split system A/C

Balaklava $168,000 24 Railway Terrace

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• Ideal family home • Up to 5 bedrooms • 2 living areas • Ducted a/c and combustion heater • Solid 3 bedroom home • Established gardens • Great location, close to shops • Priced to sell

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Price: $330,000 Web Id: TBA Details: Rob Stephens 0407 715 862

Owen red $234,950 40 Second Street

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• No build time, no hassle • Never lived in, 4 bedroom family home • Floor tiles throughout the open plan living • Main bedroom features WIR and ensuite • Double garage with auto door UMR • Room for outdoor living and shed

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• Fully renovated throughout • 3/4 Bedrooms • Ducted R/C aircond. • Huge games room

• 3 Bedrooms • Large Block • Central Location • Renovated Kitchen

Well known award winning retail bakery situated on busy highway. Trades 7 days per week. Highly profitable business with 2009 sales in excess of $1 Million For all inquiries phone John on 0418 897 698

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Halbury $385,000 Sect. 496 hundred of hall

Balaklava $175,000 60 Railway Terrace

Neat And Tidy Double Brick Home.

Magnificent Renovated Bungalow

• Affordable 1st home or investment • Renovated kitchen • 30”X20”x8” garage

• Fully Renovated, 3 Bedroom Plus Office • Stylish New Bathroom • Huge Pergola & Deck Area • 20,000gallon Rw Tank

Neat, tidy & affordable, move straight in

Balaklava $165,000 20 Whitwarta Road

• R/C aircond. • Ready to rent or move in.

• Ample Shedding, • Approx. 4.96 Ac. With Sep. Paddock. • Numerous Other Features

Balaklava $155,000 22 Humphrey Street

Pt Wakefield 12 Mine Street

Ideally located & affordable stone cottage

Approximately 2078m2 With Potential To Develop

• Affordable Cottage • Close To Main Street • 3/4 Bedrooms Or Office

• 2078m2 Approx. • A/C • Renovated Kitchen • Huge Potential • 3/4 Bedroom Or Office • Large Workshop

• Large Carport • Good Tenant In Residence

$220,000

• 3 Bedrooms With BIR • Renovated Kitchen & Bathroom • Solar Hws

• 40”x24”x8” Shed • 3 Phase Power • 1012m2 Approx.

Balaklava From $79,500 Residential Allotments

• Allots 10, 11, 12, Phillips St 833m2 Approx. Ea. • 8 Saint St 1045m2 Approx.

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other reports: p18 – 26 WOOROORA BOWLS FINALS:

Balaklava and Hamley Bridge slug it out again

BALAKLAVA won its way into the Wooroora Division 1 men’s bowls grand final with a 83-74 win in the preliminary final over courageous Owen at Hamley Bridge last Saturday. Balaklava now meets arch rival Hamley Bridge in the grand final at Port Wakefield on Saturday in a replay of last year, when Hamley won a thriller by three shots, seizing their fifth straight flag with the very last bowl on the very last end. Balaklava, which could not defeat Owen during the season, now has its confidence primed to halt the Hamley juggernaut. In the Division 2 Red preliminary, Riverton White defeated Port Wakefield Blue by eight shots, 79-71, in a tie-breaker to meet Hamley Red in the grand final and in Division 2 White, Riverton Black, which defeated Mallala Black 81-63 on Saturday, meets Mallala White. n ALL the bowls news – Page 25

Bulldogs

Division 1 men’s premiers, Bulldogs – From left, rear:

Crisanto Catipon, Travis Olsen, Buddy Salvador, Simon Nankivell, Nathan Greenshields, front: James Barr, Michael Olsen, Jonathon Brice and Jared Cmrlec.

2010 APBA champions

Lightning Division 1 women’s premiers, Balaklava Lightning – From left, rear: Coach Christine Simon, Jane Harding, Alexandra

Wilson, Tegan McPharlin, Renee McPharlin, front: Jenna Koch, Kirsty McArdle, Alex Simon and Lauren Michael.

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