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A week of celebrations for District Council of Mallala

n Locals gathered at the corner of Wasleys and Redbank roads in Mallala on Monday morning to celebrate the official opening of the new rotunda and gardens. n The ‘public square’ will enhance the town’s central business district and provide a place

for visitors and locals to meet and enjoy their surroundings. n Speakers included mayor Marcus Strudwicke and former long-serving chief executive officer, Colin Dunlop, who declared the square open. Dean Reid and Bev Roney unveiled the plaque which

commemorates council’s anniversary. Dean and Bev are the children of Jack Reid, who used to own the fruit shop on the site. n There must be something in the water at Mallala as four ladies all celebrate 100 years of life, see page 2.

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Syngas is holding a stakeholder meeting for those who participated in the stakeholder research conducted by the Australian Centre for Corporate Social Responsibility (ACCSR) team on behalf of Syngas in February this year. The meeting will be held at Balaklava Sports Club on Tuesday, June 29, from 11.30am to

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1.30pm, with results of the research shared. The meeting will also share the preliminary thinking about the community relations strategy during the current bankable feasibility study stage of the Clinton Project.

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These Mallala ladies have secret to living a long life Although scientists recently said the secret to old age could have nothing to do with lifestyle and everything to do with genes, some might believe there is something in the water at Mallala Hospital. Four ladies at the hospital have reached the 100-year-old milestone in the past eight months. Lillian Walker reached three digits on September 6 last year, while this year Lorna Worsley turned 100 on March 1, Kaye Lewis on April 6 and Daphne Murdoch on May 17. Lorna Evelyn Worsley (nee Baker) Lorna was one of 15 children growing up on a farm at Lameroo. “All us kids had a lot of fun when we played cricket and the boys would play footy.” Lorna would walk to school unless it was raining. She milked cows, fed the pigs and cut lucerne. She moved to Wild Horse Plains when she married Claude Worsley and worked the family farm. Lorna and Claude later moved to Ebenezer in the Barossa Valley. They retired in Nurioopta. After Claude passed away, Lorna moved to Mallala on her 91st birthday. Kaye Lewis Kaye has lived in Gawler most of her life and has been part of many committees and community events. She was vice-president of LCI kindergarten, which was the first kindergarten in Gawler. According to her daughter Helen Farrelly, Kaye was a very active lady and very vibrant. She lived in Victor Harbor before moving to Mallala six years ago. Helen said her mother would

Mallala residents Lillian Walker, 100 birthdays. probably say to live life to the fullest. She was very Christian and charitable, donating a lot of time and energy during her life. Lillian Walker Lil was born in Queenstown, Port Adelaide and grew up in a large family of seven children. Her father was a hay carter and used to cart loads of hay by horse and cart from Mallala to Adelaide. Her sisters are Dorothy and Lorna and brothers Lionel, Sydney, Lennard and Kenneth. Lil went to Alberton Primary School but left school to work at home. She later worked in a factory making war equipment components. Lil married Frank Walker, but he sadly passed away in 1983. They were married for 47 years. They had one daughter, Lorna and three grandchildren, plus nine

Daphne Murdoch, Kay Lewis, Lorna Worsley all celebrate their great grandchildren. Some of Lil’s fondest memories are travelling in their caravan through Victoria and New South Wales. Lil’s hobbies included tennis, gardening and dressmaking. She took great pride in her garden. She also enjoyed knitting and crocheting until recent times. Daphne Murdoch Former Two Wells resident, Daphne Edith Murdoch, was born in Port Pirie and attended Solomontown Primary School. At an early age she studied piano and violin and continued her musical studies at Elder conservatorium. She travelled to Adelaide by train on Friday mornings and returned on the evening express. By her own admission she was not the best student, and left school after completing year nine. She continued studying music

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and completed level one in both piano and violin. Daphne taught music until she married Les Belcher in 1934. Les enlisted during WWII and Daphne moved to Adelaide with her two sons to take up a position as cook/assistant matron at Queens College in North Adelaide. Daphne returned to Port Pirie at war’s end. However, the marriage ended in 1950. She eventually married Gus Murdoch, who owned a small store in Solomontown. Daph was a foundation member of Port Pirie theatre group. She was orchestra leader and played first violin and sometimes piano and was awarded life membership. Daph continued playing golf, and also took up lawn bowls. She played the organ in the Methodist Church for several years and still plays for sing-a-longs!

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Port Wakefield residents petition for change Port Wakefield residents concerned about the town’s community waste water management scheme (CWMS) held a meeting to discuss the issues and lack of consultation surrounding the project at Old Masonic Hall on Sunday. About 50 land owners gathered to speak about the lack of consultation from council and contractors, and the impractically placed connection points at some properties in town. Also present was local western ward councillor, Scott Kelly who attended as a resident and member

of council to hear what concerns were being raised. “I was interested to see what the problems were,” Mr Kelly said. Councillor Kelly’s impression from Sunday’s meeting was many residents appeared concerned with the lack of consultation and location of their connection points. Councillor Kelly said as a local resident of Port Wakefield, he had not had any problems with his connection to the CWMS. A letter signed by about 50 locals asking councillors to vote against the

recommendation to keep connection points as provided was produced at the meeting. The letter of concern read: “Landowners/ratepayers have not been privy to consultation or consideration. “You as the voting councillor will ultimately be responsible for shutting out landowners/ratepayers from further negotiations. “You were also elected to represent and present the cases/wishes/ requests/interests/concerns of the ratepayers.”

Residents’ main concerns voiced at the meeting were: • The cost to each landowner/ ratepayer • Who will require a grinder pump and who will pay for it? • What action will be taken with landowners who have connection points in inappropriate and impractical locations? The community meeting was held just in time for Wakefield Regional Council’s (WRC) ordinary meeting tonight where council will vote for or against the recommenda-

tion for connection points to be as provided. The ongoing saga is set to continue at tonight’s council meeting as residents are said to continue to rally against council in a bid for answers. Councillor Kelly said it was important for residents attending the council meeting to raise any concerns in an orderly manner. “Of course tempers will flare but the message won’t get across if it’s not done in an orderly way,” Councillor Kelly said.

Valerie’s artwork unveiled

Alf Traegar immortalised in Balaklava masterpiece BALAKLAVA museum unveiled its “tribute to Traeger” wall mural as part of SA History Week last Saturday. The huge mural, painted by local artist Valerie Veitch, adorns the southern wall of a building in its May terrace folk museum. It complements a mural painted earlier on the western side, which shows aspects of earlier local life. The Alfred Traeger mural is an enlargement of a triptych painted by Valerie which shows the life and times of Balaklava’s famous “pedal radio” inventor. Valerie painted the mural at her home on three separate pieces of “blueboard” using acrylic paints supplied by her house-painter husband, Don. She laboured long and hard, completing the artwork late last year. “It was difficult to paint because the acrylic paints were hard to blend,” Valerie said. “In hot weather the paint would just dry on the brush. “And because of the positioning of the board under the verandah, I had to guess some of the alignments. “But it seems to have turned out

By Terry Williams quite well.” When completed, the boards were erected by Balaklava Museum committee members led by Peter Cox. It is a massive tribute to Traeger, with descendants of Alf Traeger, who died in 1980, attending the unveiling by Balaklava Area Committee chairman, Terry Williams. Valerie described the artwork as “a sort of figure of eight” movement beginning with the upper reaches of St Vincent Gulf and the Hummocks. The little church indicates Alf’s formative years with his family at Balaklava. There’s the well-known image of Alf in his best suit at the pedal radio, an old Dodge ute used to transport equipment around the outback, the Flying Doctor aircraft and a later, a larger likeness of Alf at work on another invention, a turbine with electric drive using no gears. Valerie said the title for the mural – Alf Traeger OBE and VIP – came to her immediately, with the letters VIP standing not only for “very important person” but

Artist Valerie Veitch (second right) with Traeger family members Glenda Shepherd, Joyce Traeger Blaess and Dorothy Plueckhahn. also for Visionary, Inventor and Patriarch. “Our local museum has done extremely well in highlighting the achievements of this man,” said Valerie. “I was also honoured to be able to use family snapshots provided by Alf’s family, Glenda Shepherd and Joyce Traeger Blaess.” Balaklava Museum will continue a variety of events throughout SA History Week, including an active display “farming just like grandpa” at Urlwin Park museum on Saturday.

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Out of the Blue enjoys a day at the races Stepping out in style in a black, sleek limousine, Channel Ten’s colourful hosts from the seafood cooking show ‘Out of the Blue’ arrived in Balaklava to film an episode at Balaklava Racecourse last Wednesday. The Plains Producer caught up with hosts, Michael Angelakis and Michael Keelan, and the show’s production team for a chat before filming began. Before cooking up some South Australian fresh oysters covered in Laucke breadcrumbs, the two Michaels spoke about their love for seafood and travelling around the country and even the world. The dynamic duo, who have visited the town on a number of occasions, only had good things to say about Balaklava. Mr Angelakis, who grew up in South Australia’s regional coast, said towns like Balaklava were the “lifeline of the community”. “Towns like Balaklava are integral heartbeats to society,” he said. The duo also have a passion for gardening and couldn’t go past the town’s beautiful greenery. “Balaklava has lovely gardens,” Mr Keelan said. Despite recent claims the world is running out of fish with fishless oceans by 2050, the two keen fishermen said although the thought was a concern, it would hopefully be stopped from reaching that point. “South Australia has a leading fishery industry,” Mr Angelakis said. Mr Angelakis, who follows horse-racing religiously, said he would place a bet at the races - without revealing his pick - at the Publican’s Race Day which coincided with the show’s filming. Always travelling and keeping busy, the‘Out of the Blue’ team were off to Darwin following their appearance in Balaklava. Catch a glimpse of Balaklava on your television screens, when the episode goes to air mid-June. ‘Out of the Blue’ broadcasts nationally and internationally across a range of networks and continues to grow its audience. ‘Out of the Blue’ is on Channel Ten on Saturdays at 12 noon.

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LOCAL councils are combing to send an important social and safety message to sporting club members. Wakefield Regional Council and District Council of Mallala have been successful in gaining funding through DrinkWise Australia and will conduct a drink-driving workshop for local footballers and netballers. ‘Keeping them safe on the Adelaide Plains’ workshop will be run at Two Wells Community Centre on Tuesday, June 8, from 6pm. Each football and netball club in the Adelaide Plains leagues will be encouraged to send five senior footballers, five under 17 footballers and five netballers to attend. A light supper is provided for all participants with displays from GoodSports, SAPOL and Lower North Health. RAA and the Motor Accident Commission will provide promotional material for guests, with strong support for the project. Community development officers from each council, Lynette Seccafien (DCM) and David Woodroofe (WRC) who have organised the event said it was hoped those who attended would spread the word. “We hope the players selected will be the leaders from each club with the intention they go back to their clubs and pass on the messages they hear from the forum,” Mrs Seccafien said. BRINKWORTH

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Brinkworth’s informal ‘“No Strings” Monday morning coffee group celebrated its first birthday on May 3. Given the tag “no strings” in the hope of encouraging all and sundry to enjoy an obligation-free cuppa and a chat once a fortnight, the little group has maintained a steady attendance of about six to 12 people and now meets weekly at the Uniting Church Hall and Brinkworth General Store alternately. It draws women from all walks of life, who enjoy the stimulation of listening to each other’s news, sharing their own and having a laugh. To celebrate the 12-month anniversary, co-founder Judy Goss took along a giant strawberries and cream sponge cake she had made. Ann Geldart, who was celebrating her own birthday that day, was given the job of blowing out the candle.

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Unusual and creative contemporary works feature in the exhibition “From City to Country” now showing at Balaklava Courthouse Gallery. Adelaide artists Marion Burns, Rosalie Day and Victoria Wilkins feature linocut prints and watercol-

our collages. Victoria’s sister, Anna McNeil and mother, well-known local artist Ella Wilkins join them in this exhibition. Balaklava Courthouse Gallery is open Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays from 2pm to 4pm, or by appointment. Phone 8862 2342.

croissants and toast with various home-made toppings, as well as yoghurt, fresh fruit, orange juice and fresh-brewed coffee or tea. Welcome special guests were the Member for Frome, Geoff Brock, Mid North and District Zone co-ordinator, Helen Ashby, and Mid North Zone Coordinator, Joyleen Hoskins. Lots of door prize tickets were drawn and the room buzzed with conversation.

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Balaklava High School is in need of at least 12 host families to ‘adopt’ a Japanese student as part of the school’s program. Students from Meidei High School in Japan have visited Balaklava each year for the past 10 years. Balaklava High School principal, Mark Healy, described the program as “a highlight of the school year”. “It is important we take every opportunity to build bridges of friendship and understanding between cultures,” Mr Healy said. Mr Healy said the twoweek cultural experience forms “real and positive friendships”. According to Mr Healy, more Japanese students are hoping to visit Balaklava as a result of the program’s cancellation last year due to the swine flu epidemic. Meidei High School students will stay in Balaklava from July 27 to August 9. If you are able to billet a student for the Meidei visit, contact Malcolm Jones at Balaklava High School on 8862 0600. KAPUNDA Artists from Kapunda Community Gallery will exhibit paintings at Wheatfields Nursing Home in Freeling until May 29. Opening last Sunday and running till June 20, Truro Art Group has an exhibition at Kapunda Community Gallery. Open daily from 10am to 4pm, the gallery is located above the library on the corner of Main and Hill streets, Kapunda. District If you haven’t voted for your favourite town in the first Tidy Town people’s choice awards, you better move quickly as voting ends on May 31. Thousands of votes have poured in from all over Australia since Navman joined forces with Tidy Towns in early March to host the people’s choice awards – with a $10,000 prize for your town. Go to www.navmanpeopleschoice.com.au. You could also win a Navman GPS unit. Vote now!

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Stolen $50,000 caravan found at Two Wells TWO WELLS • A 29-year-old Two Wells man was arrested and charged with theft and illegal use of a motor vehicle on Thursday, May 20. It is alleged the man stole a $50,000 caravan from a Blair Athol address the previous night. After stealing the van the man and his co-offender were stopped by Kadina police, and their details obtained. The man was refused bail and attended the Elizabeth Court to apply for bail. The other man from Virginia had not been spoken to at the time of this report. • Police located a caravan at a Gawler road, Two Wells address on Friday, May 21, believed to have been stolen. Police quickly ascertained it had been stolen from Houghton in April. The van, valued at over $10,000, was seized and the owners allowed to collect it. The owner of the property where it was seized was not home at the time and police expect to speak with her soon. • The University of Adelaide Workshop at Buckland Park was broken into on Monday morning, May 17. CCTV footage obtained showed the offenders attended the area in a white station wagon towing a trailer. The two offenders cut the perimeter fence and

made their way to the workshop. The offenders broke through a window but could not obtain access so they damaged the door. Once inside they stole a number of electrical items and other precious metals. The two offenders are male and there are clear images on the CCTV footage so police are expecting the offenders will be caught. • A 27-year-old Two Wells man was arrested for illegal use of a motor vehicle on Tuesday, May 18. He was in company with a northern suburbs man. The men were located in Gawler allegedly towing the stolen Mazda station wagon from a car park in Murray street. The pair had allegedly stolen the vehicle from a High street address. Both were charged at Elizabeth and were bailed to appear in court at a later date. • A 16-year-old youth was reported on Thursday, May 20 for aggravated assault on a woman outside the Two Wells Tavern in April. It is alleged the unprovoked assault occurred when the victim went outside to have a cigarette. She was approached by the young female and assaulted. The victim sustained bruises and grazes. The youth will appear in the Tanunda Youth Court at a later date.

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CRIME STOPPERS 1800 333 000 • The Commercial Hotel at Two Wells was broken into in the early hours of Wednesday morning, May 19.Arear door was forced open and entry to the pokie room was quickly accessed. The cameras at the entry point had been tampered with as was the one in the pokie room. Unfortunately for the thief the area was alarmed as was the pokie machine. Very little was stolen. Police are investigating images on the footage and have also gained other evidence at the scene. MALLALA • A 37-year-old Port Parham man was reported for allegedly driving unlicensed after being caught speeding by a speed camera in Mallala on Monday, May 24. It was alleged the man had

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been unlicensed since 2008. • A 34-year-old Avon man was reported for allegedly driving a motor vehicle unregistered in Dublin on Tuesday, May 18. It was alleged the man had been unregistered since October 22 last year. • Police reported a 32-year-old Mallala woman on three counts of driving unlicensed - with two counts issued within the same day in the township of Mallala in April. SNOWTOWN • Police reported a 50-year-old Lochiel woman on Friday, May 21 for an alleged assault which took place at Lochiel Hotel in February. She will be summonsed to appear in court at a later date. • Police reported a former 20-yearold Lochiel man for driving disqualified on Thursday, May 20. The man will be summonsed to appear in court at a later date. HAMLEY BRIDGE A Stockport man was reported last Wednesday, May 19, for causing harm after an alleged incident last year. The man will be summonsed to appear in court at a later date. • Police allegedly found a can-

A recent trip to Afghanistan has given Federal Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion, a re-inforced respect and appreciation for troops’ commitment to their duties. Mr Champion recently visited Australian troops in the war-stricken country as part of the 2010 Australian Defence Force Parliamentary Program (ADFPP). The program provided parliamentarians with a unique opportunity to obtain an informed appreciation of the defence force The three-day trip helps parliamentarians like Mr Champion experience life in the army and understand the capabilities of military hardware the troops use. “This trip was a fantastic opportunity to spend time with our troops and experience a few days in their life on duty,” Mr Champion said. LEFT: Wakefield MP Nick Champion chats with two Aussie troops serving in Afghanistan.

Taylors Wines receives a $550,000 grant Clare Valleys Taylors Wines will receive funding as part of the Federal Government’s Re-tooling for Climate Change program. Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion, congratulated local firm Taylors Wines last Friday for being offered a $550,000 grant to help reduce its environmental footprint. Re-tooling for Climate Change

helps businesses reduce their environmental footprint by supporting projects that improve the energy and water efficiency of their production processes. Mr Champion congratulated Taylors Wines for their green-friendly initiatives. “Taylors Wines will be leading the way in innovation by converting

from packaged type refrigeration to a climate-friendly ammonia refrigeration system,” Mr Champion said. “Through this program, local wineries will be able to reduce their carbon footprint through a variety of solar power measures. “These grants are not just great news for local business, but the environment generally,” he said.

Other businesses in the north who have been successful in securing smaller grants are Kalleske Wines of Greenock, Trillians Hill Wines of Sevenhill and Elderton Wines of Nuriootpa. Visit the AusIndustry website at www.ausindustry.gov.au for more information about Re-tooling for Climate Change.

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Syngas affected by mining tax increase By Lauren Hermon The Federal Government’s proposed tax on mining will affect Syngas’ Clinton Project, according to Syngas managing director, Merrill Gray. Ms Gray admitted the government’s proposal and Syngas’ Clinton Project “doesn’t look so great” from an investor’s perspective and will affect profitability. She agreed Australia’s reputation had been damaged by the lack of consultation around Prime Minister Kevin Rudd’s proposed 40 per cent tax on mining profits. “Not all of the consultation took place. There is no doubt there needed to be higher consultation,” Ms Gray said. “Other factors need to be discussed like how investors outside see the process and them now investing in us. “It’s very important overseas parties see that the government is working well with the industry,” she said.

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Syngas’ Clinton Project, based near Port Clinton where plans to convert brown 13|Page coal to synthesis gas for use in premium diesel production is being carried out. The Clinton Project is based near Port Clinton, with plans to convert brown coal to synthesis gas for use in premium diesel production. Ms Gray said the project was at its bankable feasibility stage. “We’re very actively establishing the go

ahead,” Ms Gray said. “We’re funding all the work to get to the point where we can push the button and get it going.” The company’s Clinton Project was shared with representatives around the world at an international coal

ing are Riverton, Clare, Gawler and Freeling. MemberforWakefield, Nick Champion, said the investment showed the government’s commitment to deliver better care to older Australians. “I am delighted the electorate of Wakefield will receive funding for more aged care training places,” Mr Champion said.

“This investment is part of our ongoing commitment to improving the skills of our aged care workforce and part of our efforts to help aged care service providers recruit, train and retain valuable staff. Mr Champion said the investment was vital as Australia faced the challenges of an ageing population.

More than $147,000 to train aged care workers in north Balaklava aged care facilities will benefit from part of $147,000 which will go towards training aged care workers in the north. The funding comes as part of the Federal Government’s $19.2 million investment to upskill more than 4,000 aged care workers nationally. Other towns which will benefit from fund-

conference in Victoria recently. Brown coal (lignite) is the lowest rank of coal in terms of energy value. However, the process from coal to liquid which produces premium diesel is said to be “perfect” when using brown coal.

Ms Gray was asked to speak at the conference because 90 per cent of Victoria’s power comes from lignite. Syngas is hoping to have a visualisation of what the project will be like to present to landholders at a meeting in late June.

Upgrade to organic recycling at Buckland Park A world-first organics recycling plant which opened at Buckland Park last Wednesday, aims to improve the quality of compost generated from Adelaide’s green waste. The South Australian designed and built recycled organics screening system is part of a $3 millon plant upgrade by Jeffries Group and was supported by $300,000 in funding from Zero Waste SA. The three storey plant has three custom-made mechanical screens, two sorting rooms where up to eight people are able to manually remove unwanted material. Two magnets are used to remove steel and two fan systems extract light plastics and a conveyor screens out rocks, plastic bottle caps and even the occasional golf ball. Minister for Environment and Conservation, Paul Caica opened the plant, and said the system would help maintain SA’s nation leading role in reducing landfill. “When you consider a decade ago most compostable material from council collections went straight to landfill, South Australia has come a long way,” Mr Caica said. The system aims to improve the quality of

compost, soil and mulch products with increased screening and removal of visual contaminants. “Despite South Australians overwhelmingly embracing kerbside recycling, many foreign materials end up in organic waste bins, providing a significant challenge to recyclers,” Mr Caica said. Jeffries Group managing director, Lachlan Jeffries said the recycled organics screening system (ROSS) was unique. “As far as we know, there is nothing like ROSS anywhere in the world,” Mr Jeffries said. “This process can remove up to one tonne of metal a day from organic material,” he said. Mr Jeffries said the previous composting system used mechanical turning, and the new system would reduce carbon footprint. Jeffries Group recycles more than 100,000 tonnes of organic material each year. Its stateof-the-art Buckland Park composting facility was opened five years ago. Recyclable material is taken to Jeffries’ Wingfield transfer site, where primary processing takes place, and then sent to Buckland Park.

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District Council of Mallala Draft budget

ABOVE: At the Mallala rotunda opening on Monday are council workers L-R: Kirk Daniel, Daryl Standley, Keith Earl, Aaron Clothier and Paul McNair. RIGHT: Terry Keen and Henri Mueller enjoy morning tea at the rotunda opening.

A draft budget for the 2010/11 financial year was approved on Monday night by District Council of Mallala, with the plan now set to be distributed for public consultation. About $1m has been allocated to improving roads across the district, with $404,000 to go towards Gawler River road, between Bethesda and Judd roads for major road construction. Germantown road, between Hayman and Dawkins roads will receive $304,000 for road construction and Light Beach road and environs will receive $198,000 to improve road standards for re-opening the road. A sum of $10,000 for each town has been allocated to build footpaths

in Two Wells, Dublin and Mallala, and $10,500 has been allocated to reopen Frost road, Lewiston with arterial unsealed road refurbishing. A 10-year program for renewal and/or replacement based on an engineering condition matrix to ensure council’s road network is both safe and sustainable. Council engages an independent engineer for assessing any new road construction. Afurther $10,000 will go towards a sea wall at Middle Beach, $20,000 to Cannizzaro Estate, $12,000 to illegal dumping surveillance and $15,000 to green waste food organics collection, with a $7,500 grant received to cover costs of the bins. Mallala depot development will cost $973,000 in the budget, and

Lewiston playground development will receive a further $25,000 on top of a grant of $58,000. Mallala playground will have a fence built at a cost of $10,000. The draft budget is available online and will now be subject to public consultation. Written submissions can be sent to council by 5pm on June 15. Residents are also invited to attend council’s strategic infrastructure and planning committee meeting on June 15 at the Two Wells Community Centre, where submissions will be addressed. Responses can also be submitted electronically via the website at www.mallala.sa.gov.au/site/page. cfm. • Special Feature

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For all your homeware needs, pop into Harvey Norman Electrics Munno Para. Whether you’re interested in home theatre, audio packages or small appliances, Harvey Norman Electrics Munno Para offers you quality products at a cost-effective price. Flat panel televisions, including 3D TVs, home theatre and audio, are the store’s most popular products. With an impressive kitchen display and extensive knowledge of kitchen appliances, the store also has kitchen Worth the gadgets, washing machines and small appliances in stock. to the Warehouse Franchisee Rob Colarusso, said the store for wood & gas prided itself on fantastic heaters, customer service. where you’ll find Harvey Norman Best Range Electrics Munno Para team has fully trained Best Price staff who have excellent on wood & Gas product knowledge. “We are well known for our customer service and knowledge in the latest technology,” Rob said. The store has various certificates of thanks for sponsorship, including Plus… those from local football and soccer teams. Rob • Spare Parts and his team also get • Flue kits involved in charities such • Slate Heaters as Gawler Relay for Life • Fire Bricks • Tool Kits & to raise funds for Cancer Accessories Council SA. Open: Monday - Friday Convenience is also at 10am to 4pm & Saturday your doorstop as the store by appointment delivers to all country CLOSED: Tuesday areas. Opening times are KADINA seven days a week: MonHeating & Cooling day, Tuesday, Wednesday Woodheaters & Air Conditioning and Friday from 9am to 5:30pm, Thursday from 35 Taylor St, Kadina 9am to 9pm, Saturday Ph: 8821 3993 from 9am to 5pm and Email: kadhcc@westnet.com.au Sunday 11am to 5pm.

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NEWS v District Letters to the Editor SIR – I thank you for giving me and my family a family pass to the football–Crows versus Richmond match. Also thank you for the guernsey. I love all the signatures and I am still trying to work them out. The part I liked the best about the game was when the Crows were kicking up to my end and when the Crows caught up in the final quarter with a the players kicking goal by goal. Adam Schutz, Waterloo.

SIR – I think it was highly appropriate that you should choose Keith Applebee to show you around the Buckland Park Estate. The Applebee family has a connection with Buckland Park which dates back to the 1850s with the first purchase of land on what is now Applebee road. Three generations of family worked on the station. My own grandmother worked as a maid in the homestead, and grandfather as a stockman. Keith’s grandfather was a shearer. This is valuable heritage and a wonderful article. For more information visit: www.ozgenonline.com/~applebee. Peter Applebee Applebee Family Historian

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Avon hosts friendship afternoon Guests from Bridgebuilder International Friends visited the Avon Community for a friendship day last Saturday. The day began with morning tea followed by a panel of farmers, a shearer and a farmer’s wife, who answered questions on their lives and agriculture in general. Folk were escorted to a hobby farm to view various animals then after lunch to a commercial farm, to view country lifestyle and some shearing. On returning to Avon hall the guests were entertained by the Avon singers. Leader of the visiting group, Silvia Helgerod, drew people into some games which helped to mix the various groups together and to get to know one another on a more personal level. A country style lamb on the spit was served as people joined around a small bonfire getting to know one another better. It was a magic day for all and although a lot of hard work went into the organising, to see so many happy faces at the end of the day was rewarding for all those who put many hours of effort in to making the day a great success.

ABOVE: Avon comunity people with their guests. BELOW: Enjoying lunch at the Avon Bridge Builders Friendship Day are Silvia Helgerod, LLoyd Mudge and Peter Schwerdt.

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Change to council voting roll Ratepayers who are not on the State Electoral Roll and wish to vote in council elections now need to apply for inclusion on the Council Votes Roll before each periodic election. Recent amendments to the Local Government (Elections) Act removed some of the previous automatic enrolment provisions brought about the change. The roll for November 2010 council elections closes on August 13. Visit Wakefield Regional Council website for more information or contact council officers, Marcelle Page or Steve Jonas on 8862 0800. o Advertising Feature

Health check reduces risk Did you know your lifestyle or even family history can put you at risk of developing an ongoing health problem? A health check in your mid to late 40s can assist you in making the necessary lifestyle changes to prevent or delay the onset of chronic disease. Mallala Docs health checks involve taking your history, noting your current health issues and risk factors as well as looking at your family history of chronic disease. The health check will look at lifestyle risk factors such as smoking, nutrition and physical inactivity Biomedical risk factors such as blood pressure, weight, cholesterol, urinalysis and other examinations considered necessary by the GP will

DR Manpreet Ghataura checks Dr Daryl Burford’s blood pressure. This is just one of the risk factors included in your health check. also be included. Once the health assessment has been completed, Dr Manpreet Ghataura or Dr Daryl Burford will then provide information and advice on the strategies you can use to achieve lifestyle and behaviour changes. By checking your lifestyle for health risks, you receive personalised

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vent and lessen the effect of disease by giving Dr Ghataura or Dr Burford the opportunity to look at your lifestyle and possible health problems. Getting in early can have a big impact later on. • Contact Mallala Docs on 8527 2200 for more information on the 45 to 49-year-old health check.

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New SA restraint laws for children in cars

The RAA has welcomed the State government’s announcement to introduce more clearly defined child restraint laws. The new laws outline the appropriate restraint and seating position for children by age category. It will make it easier for parents and caregivers to know which restraint is the safest for their child, and when it is safe for their child to move to a bigger restraint - or start using adult seatbelts.

The laws will come into effect from July 1. When introduced the new laws will require: • Children to be appropriately restrained in a motor vehicle in a suitable approved child restraint from birth up to the age of seven. • Children up to four years of age to be restrained in the rear of the vehicle (where the vehicle has two or more rows of seats). • Children aged between four and

seven years will not be permitted to sit in the front seat unless all other seating positions are occupied by children under seven years. With nearly 60 child passengers aged 0-12 years killed or seriously injured in road crashes in South Australia each year, these new laws are being introduced to provide maximum protection for children travelling in vehicles. The RAA’s Child Safety Centre can provide comprehensive and

independent advice on the safest restraints available at every stage of a child’s growth. While the new laws aim to cater for the majority of children, a provision will be included to ensure a child is not required to use a restraint unsuitable for their size and weight (for example a child who is too tall or heavy for the restraint must use a restraint for the next age category). In addition, Standards Australia are currently developing a standard

Check the oil, water, FBT? THE Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has reminded employers about their obligations. This is particularly relevant to employers who took advantage of the investment allowance as vehicles purchased may have an associated FBT liability. Some employers may incorrectly believe the private use of those vehicles is exempt from FBT. However, if a car you own or lease is available for private use by your employees, FBT may become payable. The use of some motor vehicles may be exempt from FBT if employers meet the eligibility criteria. The FBT exemption is limited to certain vehicles where private use of the vehicle is limited to specific circumstances. Vehicles which may qualify for the exemption are: • Vehicles designed to carry at least one tonne and/or nine or more passengers • A taxi, panel van/or single cab

utility designed to carry less than one tonne • Any other road vehicle designed to carry a load of less than one tonne and not designed principally to carry passengers. The private use of company vehicles will only be exempt from FBT when the private use is limited to: •Travel between home and work •Incidental private travel undertaken in the course of performing employment-related duties •Non-work related use that is minor, infrequent and irregular (for example, occasional use of the vehicle to remove domestic rubbish). If private use extends beyond minor, infrequent or irregular travel (e.g. the vehicle is used for a holiday, fishing trips, frequent shopping or other similar private

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for larger booster seats suitable for children up to 36kg. This will allow parents to keep children in boosters for longer and it will be particularly useful for children under the age of seven who have outgrown their booster, which currently only takes up to 26kg in weight. For more information about the proposed laws and child restraints, visit www.raa.com.au/childsafety or contact the RAA Child Safety Centre on 8202 4592.

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The Way

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YEARS AGO May 2005

• Former Balaklava High School student Roanne George graduated from the University of South Australia with a double degree in business and commerce.

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• Former Plains Producer journalist Purdie Barr graduated with a bachelor of arts majoring in journalism, flying to Toowoomba, QLD, to attend a graduation ceremony at the University of Southern Queensland.

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• Blyth artist Ian Roberts and his Clare colleague Russell Pick were invited to exhibit their work at the new Yoshinaga Art Museum, Japan.

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sorption of urine, and a soft surface for their hooves and for traction). Adelaide’s first experiment with electric trams was a demonstration run on the Adelaide and Hindmarsh Tramway Co. line and in 1889 a battery powered tram ran to Henley Beach. This was unsuccessful due to poor battery capacity, and the promoters’ deaths in a level crossing accident shortly after precluded further experiments. By 1901, the horse trams were seen as a blot on the city’s image they were too slow for the growing population, the unsealed roads were a bog in winter and a dustbowl in summer, not to mention the horse manure! By March 1906, the government had bought most of the tramways and by December that year,

the Municipal Tramways Trust (MTT) was born. The Glenelg-Marino line still ran independently, until it failed in 1914. The government purchased the properties, plant and equipment of existing tramways but did not buy the companies. The equipment included 162 trams, 22 other vehicles, and 1056 horses. The first electric trams to begin regular service around metropolitan Adelaide date back to March 9, 1909, when Tram No.1 rolled out of Tram Barn ‘A’, its driver for the inaugural run being the wife of Mr Tom Price, who was state Premier at the time. By 1915 the trams had to compete with unregulated private buses, often preceding the trams on the same routes to steal fares. The MTT countered this by introducing their own motor bus routes in 1925. Trolleybuses were introduced during the Depression and from 1937 there was a fleet of double-decker trolley buses running to Tusmore and to Port Adelaide-Semaphore-Largs Bay. A 1953 Royal Commission into the financial

affairs of the MTT resulted in a reconstituted board and, with increasing road traffic, the electric trams and trolley buses were doomed. They continued until 1963 when they were converted to motorbuses. With the demise of trams and trolley buses, the only tram line left intact was the Adelaide-Glenelg line which still runs today. But, in recent times, we have seen the enormously expensive re-establishment of tram lines through the city centre and now out to Hindmarsh.

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• May 22-29: History Week, Balaklava Museum. • May 23: Marking the Merger, Mallala Institute. • May 24: SA Police Band, BTH. • May 30: Avon Craft Group reunion; Remember the old school days, Dublin Institute Hall. • Jun 12: Caeliac Support Goup, Gawler Health Service; Second Saturday markets, Belly Junction, Balaklava. • Jun 12: Second Saturday markets, Belly Junction, Balaklava. • Jun 25, 26 & 27: Balaklava Community Arts Production “Bye Bye Birdie”, Balaklava Town Hall. • Jul 30, 31, Aug 1: Balaklava Eisteddfod. • Aug 6: Blyth paper drive. • Aug 7: Balaklava paper drive. • Aug 14: Caeliac Support Group, Gawler Health Service; Balaklava Golf Club auction night. • Sep 25-26: Clare Hobbies Alive. • Oct 16, 17: Celebrating 100 years of scouting in Balaklava. • Nov 5: Blyth paper drive. • Nov 6: Balaklava paper drive.

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South Australia’s first horse tram began operating between Goolwa and Port Elliott in 1855, but it was another 23 years before Adelaide became the first city in Australia to introduce horse trams; ironically, it was also the last to discard them for more modern public transport. In May 1878, the first horse tram services in Adelaide began to Kensington, and in December to North Adelaide, with trams imported from John Stephenson Co. of New York. While Port Adelaide had a separate tram line to Albert Park, established in 1879, the Adelaide and Suburban Tramway Co. (A&ST) expanded its network and, by 1907, there were tram lines extending to Henley Beach, Hindmarsh, Prospect, Nailsworth, Walkerville, Paradise, Magill, Burnside, Glen Osmond, Mitcham, Clarence Park and Hyde Park. Another independent line ran from Glenelg to Marino. While the streets were widened to accommodate the tram lines, most streets were left unsealed to meet the specific needs of the horses (ab-

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Petiquette for modern pet owners goes everywhere with you,” Dr Perissinotto said. “But the dog that is allowed to pee in neighbours’ gardens, lick and sniff strangers and hog the footpath while out for walkies won’t win any admirers. “Pet etiquette, or petiquette, is simply thinking of others when it comes to your pet’s behaviour and understanding that good behaviour has to be practiced at both ends of the leash.” Dr Perissinotto said the behaviour of your pet should not infringe on others’ ability to enjoy a walk

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in the park, on the beach or anywhere else in public. “Animals who roam free will often mark their territory throughout the neighbourhood or use yards and gardens as their toilet, much to the dismay of the neighbours. “Many people spend a lot of time and money beautifying their gardens, so don’t let your dog

romp through them, and it should go without saying that you should always pick up your dog’s mess.” Dog owners also shouldn’t assume their dog’s attempts to be friendly will be received with open arms. “Some people won’t enjoy your dog jumping all over them, barking at them or sniffing them,” Dr Perissinotto said.

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

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

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

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

CATHOLIC CHURCH Balaklava......... Liturgy 9.00am Pt Wakefield.......Mass 9.00am CHURCH OF CHRIST Balaklava.................. 10.00am Community church Pinery........................ 9.00am

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UNITING Mallala....................... 9.00am Two Wells.................10.30am Owen Comm............10.00am Hamley Bridge...... with Owen Windsor ................ with Owen Balaklava.................... 9.30am Nantawarra..................9.00am Lochiel...........with Nantawarra Pt Wakefield............. 10.30am

UNITING Mallala....................... 9.00am Two Wells.................10.30am Owen Comm............ 11.00am Hamley Bridge.......... 9.15am Windsor ..................... 9.00am Balaklava.................. 10.00am Nantawarra..................9.00am Lochiel.......... With Nantawarra Pt Wakefield............. 10.30am

Community church Pinery........................ 7.00pm LIGHTHOUSE Balaklava.................. 10.00am LUTHERAN Balaklava.................... 9.00am UNITING Mallala....................... 9.00am Two Wells.................10.30am Owen Comm............. 9.30am Hamley Bridge............... 9.15 Windsor .................... 11.00am Balaklava.................... 9.30am Nantawarra...........With Lochiel Lochiel......................10.00am Pt Wakefield............. 10.30am

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IN PROFILE: UP

Terry Williams

EDITOR

e has been part of the tight-knit Port Wakefield community all his life. Watching over proceedings on regular tours of the town in his old Ford ute, Ted Korreng has given plenty in his 92 years living and working in the region. There’s still a spring in his step ... and fire in his belly as he discusses local issues.

Ted Korreng

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ED KORRENG looks at home down by the Port Wakefield wharf. Leaning on the old Ford ute, he is tinged with the golden glow of the late afternoon sun; with the golden glow of his 92 years. He looks good. Content with the world. He’s an affable old chap. We’d been yarning for an hour or so about his life and it had been enjoyable and easy-going. But not without a bit of controversy. As a former councillor and chairman for the old District Council of Port Wakefield, Ted continued in 1983 into the amalgamated District Council of Wakefield Plains (Balaklava, Owen and Port Wakefield). Today, Ted has his own ideas about the local community and what should have and needs to be done. “I was only saying the other day; there are four projects in Port Wakefield which have never really been completed properly,” Ted says. “There’s the floodbank. It’s not complete and a flood will happen in the town again. Like 1941. “Then there’s the channel out to sea. We got a new boat ramp and the channel was supposed to be dredged. Hasn’t happened. “What’s going on with the suggested marina and shopping centre? A lot of talk but no action. And finally, the town “sewage system” – he doesn’t bother with fancy phrases like CWMS scheme. It’s been in the news a bit lately and Ted agrees with many locals – it is not as it should be. “It has made Port Wakefield people look look a grizzly lot of bastards,” says Ted, “But we have reason to grizzle.” Ted, who joined Port Wakefield Council in 1955, served for 30 years, with four years on the new amalgamated council before retiring as a councillor and as deputy chair. He’d had open heart surgery in 1984, the same year his brother, John died. Not a good year. When Ted was asked to join in 1955 by then council chairman Tom Johnson, he wasn’t so sure. His wife Doris, who sadly passed away from MS in 1975, told him “to take it on.” Later, after many years, Doris was keen for him to give it away. So Ted did. But when he went to council before the elections he saw none had nominated. “I couldn’t let the town have no representaPlains Producer, Wednesday May 26, 2010

n TED Korreng on the wharf at Port Wakefield. tion, so I nominated again. Doris was wild.” Ted was elected unopposed in 1955 and as a “new chum” aged 47, he did a lot of listening. “Another councillor, Charlie Wilson told me to ‘act dumb for a while’ – so I did. I listened a lot,” Ted said. Back then there were two-year terms and Ted feels today’s four year terms are probably not a bad idea. “The first year on council you have to find your way,” he said. But if anyone had experience to offer the community as a councillor, it was Ted. Raised on the family farm at Malakoff, “eight miles from Wakefield on the Avon road” his roots run deeper than the mangrove trees. His grandfather, Martin Korreng came to the area with the early settlers to open up the land on a 400 acre block. Grandpa’s brother came too on a nearby block – “but he couldn’t handle

it and moved to Victoria,” said Ted. They lived rough back then, in a place Ted called “the wallaby hole.” Ted’s father Emil married Martha Gertrude Elizabeth Bubner and they had two sons, Edwards George (Ted) and John. The brothers were to work the farm in partnership for many years before John’s death in 1984. There wasn’t really enough work on the farm for two families, so Ted “took up the tools” and became a carpenter. He helped build new houses for railway workers, constructing homes at Long Plains, Virginia and other places. This was 1936 and war was on the horizon. Then came a stint at shearing “with the blades” before he tried to answer the call to arms.

Ted was rejected by the armed forces “because of my crook neck”. He tried three times to join and each time it was “no”. So he worked in “essential services”, helping create Mallala airfield in the 1940s. “That place was very busy,” he said. And, believe it or not, dangerous. “I recall two planes colliding in training, leaving two dead ... and there were more,” Ted said. “The dust from the paddocks was bad. When the wind blew it was difficult for anyone to see.” In 1947 Ted married Doris Worsley and in the 1950s he was to take up share farming “using dad’s plant”. “Dad retired in 1949 and that’s when I started the partnership with John,” Ted said. “We had sheep and pigs and milked cows. It was hard work but it kept us alive.” When Doris passed away in 1968 from MS, Ted would eventually marry the housekeeper who had helped care for Doris and the home. This was Rita Spec. The pair wed in 1970 and were happily married, living in the South street, Port Wakefield home from 1975, when Ted retired from the farm’s full time work. Rita was to die in 1990, leaving Ted a widower – but farm work, and of course, his community involvement was not yet done. Neither is it now. Ted still maintains an interest in the farm, now run by his newphew, Des and his wife Christine. “Des became like a son to me,” said Ted, who was to have no children. He was pleased Des’s sister, Pam, now teaching in Adelaide, chose to retain the Korreng name. For the community, just to name a few, there was Meals on Wheels, the local caravan park committee and the CFS. “In the early days we arranged for council to give the CFS a truck,” Ted says with a glimmer in his eye. There’s a story brewing here. “Poss Kipling (of Redex fame) used to drive it flat out everywhere. We had to tell him to ease up. “Anyway, one day Poss decided for a training exercise to set fire to an old pine tree in the town. “The idea was to get the crew to put the burning tree out. But the fire spread to the old house next door and burnt it down.” Ted chuckles as he recalls the moment and the aftermath, now long forgotten and forgiven. As a continuing JP, (he became a JP in 1957 and maintains this today) Ted also played more serious community roles. He was the local coroner, and as a JP he sat on the bench in the local courthouse. “I locked a few local lads up,” he says, “But they still say ‘g’day Mr Korreng’ when we meet.” We move on to his beloved rifle shooting. With more than 60 years service, Ted is a life member of the SA Rifle Association, carrying the Commonwealth Games torch for a stint through the region as it made its way to Brisbane in 1982. Ted was forced to give up shooting when cataracts developed, but he now remains involved by reloading for friends. He was something of a cricketer in his youth, playing for Avon (“took 7/10 bowling one day) and later Port Wakefield. He still enjoys his fishing, recalling days at Bald Hill chasing the yellowfin with Lance Carslake and Roger Manuel, the late proprietor of the Plains Producer....and crabbing with Peter Underwood. “Now’s the time to fish Bald Hill. From Easter,” he advises. But it’s time to go; the sun setting on our meeting. I leave him with a question as he leans against the old Ford ute, known to so many as he tours his “patch.” What would you want for Port Wakefield if you had three wishes and plenty of money? Two wishes were enough. Ted responded quick as a flash:“Our own local council back again.” “And it would be good to have a bank here again.” “But I reckon we’re set up fairly well here.” As ever, Ted has the community at heart. www.plainsproducer.com.au

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From Namibia

n Balaklava’s Goldney family have changed their lives to help the people of Kaisosi village as part of an Africa Inland Mission project. Here, they explain their new lifestyle:

e are living and working in a little village called Kaisosi, 6km out of Rundu on the northern border of Namibia. Here there is a project that is run by a local church partnered with the mission agency we are working for – AIM (Africa Inland Mission). AIM representatives in Rundu are also involved with helping out at the Rundu hospital, the Kaisosi medical clinic, Sarasungu School and Rundu Tertiary College. The Orphan and Vulnerable Children Project was established by the church because they saw the prolific number of orphans and needy children in the community. Here in Namibia there is generally a short life expectancy for the adult. The AIDS rate is one of the highest in the world. Sadly death is so commonplace. The project involves a twice a week program where the children play games or sports, have a time of singing and storytelling and then are provided with some staple ‘civundu’ and some protein in the form of beans or fish. The project is also in the proc-

LIFE goes on around “the project” at Kaisosi – and (RIGHT) Joe and Tom with their language helper, Rocky.

ess of establishing a small library of English books for the children to use. Donated blankets and clothing are distributed to those in need at certain times of the year. Our role... One of our main tasks that began in earnest on our arrival and still continues is the task of language learning. We are learning the dialect of the Kaisosi villagers (Luchazi). Language learning is essential for both communication and acceptance in a society. This has been an interesting and challenging experience for us. Richard has been carrying out general maintenance around the project. From larger tasks such as building fences to smaller repair jobs. His skills have proven very useful here though the lack of access to good tools and materials has made it more difficult. Carolyn has been asked to take after school remedial English classes at the local village school (Sarasungu School). This involves helping primary age children (grades 2, 3 and 4) who are struggling with their English. For

many, English is their third language so this is not surprising. The Children – Joseph (13), Thomas (11), Elliott (9) and Annie (6). We have been pleased at how well our children have adjusted to living in such a new and different country and culture. They have made some good friends (two of the OVC boys in particular). Due to the language barrier they have been home schooled up until now, though Joe and Tom still might have a short stint at Sarasungu when school resumes (it is term break at the moment). For Elliott and Annie this is not really an option as junior primary is taught in Rukwangali (the regional language). We get together on a weekly basis with the rest of the AIM team in Rundu for support, education and encouragement and have also managed to have two short ‘holidays’ away from the village to see a little of Africa. Richard and Carolyn Goldney, Kaisosi, Namibia n Keep up with the Goldneys via their blogspot – www.goldneyfamilyinnamibia.blogspot.com

THE Goldneys in front of their house – Richard and Carolyn with Joseph, Thomas, Elliott and Annie.

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Balaklava High your pathway to success By Principal, Mark Healy Balaklava High School provides a safe, dynamic and challenging educational environment that equips students to meet the challenges of the future. A comprehensive curriculum allows students the opportunity to experience success in many fields of endeavour. Curriculum diversity is highly valued by students, parents and staff at Balaklava High School. In years 11 and 12 students are equally divided in choosing between academic and vocational pathways. Students choosing a university pathway do so in the knowledge they can study the subjects they need to gain entry to their course of choice. Small classes, quality face-to-face teaching and a supportive environment give them every opportunity to succeed. A proud tradition of successful academic achievement is a hallmark of the school with many students each year gaining outstanding Year 12 results and securing places in universities and other tertiary institutions. The vocational pathways programs are an outstanding success story and Balaklava High School is recognised as among the best in the state. Students in the vocational program regularly train in industry and gain formal training in TAFE and other expert organisations outside the school. Experience has

BALAKLAVA HIGH SCHOOL consistently shown our students are keen to prove to employers they are work ready and they demonstrate that they are reliable and hard working. The “hands-on” building wood and engineering courses are providing a strong foundation for careers in trades that have a looming skills shortage. Students can gain nationally accredited certificates in Community Service, Business Administration, Retail and Commercial Cookery. Our success as a vocational pathways provider has continued to grow with the school now offering the nationally accredited Primary Industries Pathways Program, being one of only four in South Australia to do so, and becoming the lead school in the successful $2.68 million application to establish a regional Trade Training College which will be operational later in the year. A comprehensive transition program for students moving from primary to high school occurs successfully each year. Relationship building is a key feature of our middle years program. In Years 8 and 9 students will remain with the same class for the majority of their lessons and they will work and learn with many of the same teachers during this time.

We believe, as a school community, that positive self-esteem and self-discipline are fundamental requirements for success in life. Major facilities redevelopment and equipment purchases in Technical Studies,Agricultural Studies and Science have been well supported by the school’s hard work in applying for, and winning, significant commonwealth grants. The school’s new science

centre is nearing completion and it too will be commissioned later in the year. All buildings are now linked via fibre optic cables and the school’s focus on creating an ICT rich learning environment has been well supported by the Commonwealth Government’s Digital Education Revolution initiative. Balaklava High School is big

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MALLALA primary students hard at work cleaning up Altrarama scrubland.

BALAKLAVA primary

Assessment part of learning process Learning is a journey – and receiving feedback along the way supports us to develop skills, understandings and enables us to be the best we can. Assessment is one way we receive that feedback. It is certainly an integral part of being a student and when receiving formal qualifications. The National Assessment ProgramLiteracy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) proceeded very smoothly at Balaklava Primary School, thanks to the dedicated and professional staff within the local community. Regarded highly by the parent community, staff are often acknowledged as the strength of Balaklava Primary School. They are principle-centred and actively strive to support the students in their care. The NAPLAN provides teachers with a snapshot of student achievement – and when the data is analysed rigorously at the school level, supports

enough to provide a broad curriculum choice and varied extra-curricular opportunities in an environment with many excellent facilities, and yet we are small enough to have a real sense of community and mutual respect. Balaklava High School values: Positive Relationships, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence.

efforts to improve educational delivery and student learning outcomes. When staff are compiling the students mid-year reports for instance, they take into consideration a wide range of information sources. You may be aware of some of the data sources used: reading levels, diagnostic tests, spelling tests, teacher assessments and observations, rubrics, peer and self evaluation. Receiving feedback certainly doesn’t stop at the end of primary school. Enjoying a week long intensive workshop with 39 other principals from around Australia, school principal Dale Gathercole, feels very privileged to have been accepted into the national Melbourne-based program ‘Leading Australia’s Schools’. As the ‘leading learner in her school community’ Dale received individual feedback over the six day course. This information, whilst causing discomfort

at times, has seen her return energised, with a clearer understanding of her strengths as a leader and those that she can develop further to make positive contributions to both the school community and education in a broader context. Learning is a lifelong journey, one which educators strive to excite their students to embark upon. Assessment is not the end point, but it is an integral part of the learning process. Wilson McCaskill, founder of The Games Factory encourages educators to support students in viewing their mistakes and failures as something isolated and changeable. Staff working in partnership with parents can support children to recognise negative thoughts, control them and remain motivated! As Wilson says: “Successes given to us but not earned, are never ours to keep.”

Promoting student rules, school dress code, litter/ voice and a focus on learning environmental issues, charity through science at Mallala Pri- drives and the organisation of mary are important priorities social or fun activities. for our school in 2010. Students are involved in the Together these two impor- Barossa Environmental Youth tant areas reflect our strong Forum. This forum gives youth belief as a school community. a chance to voice their concerns Active student participation about any environmental issues in decision-making and the in this area and gives them the building of knowledge and opportunity to do something skills about our world through about it. science, empowers and equips students MALLALA primary to be well placed to contribute as active, The Student Environmenresponsible citizens who are tal Group has enlisted other able to work together to solve classes to help them in a major problems to create a better project they are undertaking future for all. – bringing biodiversity back The Student Representative to ‘Altrarama’ a valuable Council (SRC) comprises 12 piece of scrubland owned by class representatives, together the school. with an executive committee On May 10 and 17 students of four senior students. were able to experience an inThey play an active part in teractive program called ‘Lab decision making and student on Legs’. This program is run leadership, having influence through the CSIRO and is a in such areas as; the purchas- totally hands-on experience ing of sports equipment, yard for the students. Small community – big spirit!

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VALUES: P ositive relationships R espect I ntegrity D edication E xcellence

SPECIAL FEATURES: ✔ Diverse learning options ✔ Tradition of academic success ✔ Supportive middle-schooling ✔ Awarded VET Pathways ✔ Excellent transition program ✔ Strong student participation ✔ Extensive Agricultural facilities ✔ Extra-curricular opportunities ✔ Annual Japanese visitors ✔ Caring, dedicated staff ✔ Engineering Pathways Provider ✔ Primary Industries Pathways Provider

RECENT SUCCESSES: ✔ Distinctions in national competitions ✔ SA Maths Talent Quest Winners ✔ State award - best Engineering Pathway Student ✔ Regional VET Student Of The Year ✔ Regional VET Category Winners ✔ National winner - Lions public speaking

✔ State representative in athletics & sport ✔ State Lions Youth Of The Year ✔ $2.68 million Commonwealth grant success to establish a Regional Trade Training Centre ✔ $1.97 million Commonwealth grant success to build a new science complex

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Horizon Christian School Care - opportunity - Learning In its seventeenth year, Horizon Christian School is enjoying a busy learning programme with over 60 new students to care for and with four major learning facilities due for completion in its unprecedented development plan. With an ever growing reputation for providing excellent care for each student, Horizon’s population is set to top 400 this year. A newly created, second reception class is set to commence at the start of term 3 to support an increase in parent demand for learning places. Horizon has embarked upon a major development and expansion of specialised learning facilities to add even more support to student learning experiences. Horizon’s new double classroom language centre was opened earlier this year. The new huge library/resource centre is due for completion within weeks. The foundations are being prepared for the major development of a visual art centre which will include two classrooms, an office, a store room, gallery and extra student toilets. The multi purpose gymnasium/hall is scheduled for construction shortly. Our 2010 curriculum has expanded to include outdoor education at year 11 and technology studies has introduced a mechanics strand. Music continues as a strength and the recent “Music on the Horizon” evening at Balaklava Town Hall was a delight of budding and blossoming talent. Horizon has recently opened a new bus service from Snowtown to provide easy access to Christian Schooling for families in this area. For enrolment enquiries contact Horizon on 8862 2100.

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NEW faces (back from left): BCCC’s Janice Smith with Jai Thompson, William Manuel, Matthew Brooker, Bella Pratt, Joshua Reid, Natthen Oliver and BCCC’s Abbi Phillips. Middle: Zeke Lomman, Darcy Harbrow, Sophie Sanders, Demi Leach, Jayden Mudge.Front: Nicolas Lovegrove.

The best of care

Balaklava Community Children’s Centre (BCCC) is located in extensive grounds and offers a wide-range of educational and care programs. These include childcare from six weeks of age, playgroup, preschool, out of hours school care, and school holiday programs. The centre has a highly qualified caring staff team and has exceptional facilities to support children of all ages and needs. Being an accredited centre means the National Licensing and Accreditation Standards have been met. Childcare offers permanent and casual BALAKLAVA COMM. bookings with sesCHILDREN’S CENTRE sion times to meet the needs of families. Childhood benefit is administered by the Federal Government and is available to assist with the cost of childcare. The centre provides a delivery and collection service for children using the out-of-hours school care. Preschool offers children pre-entry enrolment in the term prior to preschool sessions. Rural enrolment is available for children of three and a half years of age if families live more than 10 kilometres from the centre. Bus access is available for rural children. BCCC liaises with the Growing Healthy Kids team from Lower North Health and they visit the centre regularly. Families can also access staff from Growing Healthy Kids through BCCC’s playgroup sessions. n For more information contact BCCC’s friendly staff on 8862 1251.

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Their opinions

IT WAS a celebration of music as Horizon Christian School students performed a diverse range of talent at Balaklava Town Hall last Thursday. “Music on the Horizon” entertained a full house with solo, ensemble, chamber ensemble, jazz and choir numbers, as well as year 12 solo pieces. n LEFT: Year 12 piano student, Bethany Hamann. RIGHT: Horizon Senior vocal ensemble BACK row (from left): Renee McPharlin, Chelsea McPharlin, Tess Lawson, Marni Greenshields, Catherine Faulkner. Front: Teacher Aliza Webb, Ebony Pfeiffer, Simanga Nyoni.

Year eight students at Riverton and Districts High School were given the task of writing letters to the editor for an English lesson. The Plains Producer received letters about issues of concern for the students across the district. Some are reproduced below. Letter writing helps students learn how to persuade and study the conventions of letter writing. Teachers only proof read the letters once.

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RIVERTON AND DISTRICT High School RDHS is proud of its long history and excellent academic record. In recent years over 95% of students have graduated to employment or further study after completing their studies at RDHS. A large number of students have also been successful in gaining scholarships to support their further studies.

• Childcare • Preschool • School holiday care • Before & After School Care • Playgroup Childcare:- Mon – Fri, 7.45am - 5.45pm (50 weeks a year) Preschool:- Mon 8.45am – 11.30am Tues, Thurs, Fri 8.45am – 3.00pm Playgroup:- Wed 9.30am – 11.30am

15 Scotland Street, Balaklava Phone: 8862 1251 Email: kindy.director@balaklavacc.sa.edu.au

RDHS offers many vocational pathways including: q Automotive q Building q Construction q Viticulture q Information Technology q Hospitality q Tourism q School Based New Apprenticeships

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Saddleworth Primary School www.saddleps.sa.edu.au Neil Croughan - Principal

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Valuing: quality relationships, diversity, achievements, security, enjoyment A school committed to all students realising their full potential: - A challenging curriculum - Smaller classes - Up-to-date technology - Committed staff - Parent and community partnership

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I am writing to you to express my complaint about the graffiti on fences, buildings and bridges in Hamley Bridge. Hamley Bridge is a little town about 72.5km from Adelaide and doesn’t deserve to be graffitied. First, it doesn’t only look bad for the people who live in the town but also for the tourists coming and going. When the 500 new homes go up in the new sub-division, people won’t want to build in the area. I surveyed a couple of people to see what they thought about it and the respondents said it made it look like we don’t care and it makes the town look bad. Let’s work together to stop this crime of graffiti by installing security cameras, more lights, contacting the council and getting police to patrol the area. The community can also help by reporting suspicious behaviour. We can work together to stop this crime and make Hamley Bridge a nice, clean nongraffitied town. Tristan Bell I’m writing this letter to express my feelings and to complain about the loud motorbikes in a small town called Stockport, near Tarlee. Can you please help to stop them? I believe it should be stopped because they are too loud and you can’t get to sleep and you get woken up really early. I think they should be stopped because no-one likes being woken up early and they can’t get to sleep at night. If they don’t stop it might lead to depression and no sleep. They are so annoying and are too loud. They leave burnout marks all over the roads and leave big holes in the dirt roads which means all the other people have to go through the dips and it doesn’t help their cars going up and down the dips. So can you put up some more lights and security cameras? If they don’t stop, it will keep going on for ages and there will be more holes in the roads and the dirt, so can you please help to stop the loud motorbikes and make the streets peaceful again like they used to be? Plains Producer, Wednesday May 26, 2010

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SPORT v Football

Peckers lift

Balaklava victorious in seaside derby against the Eagles

R oo st ers v B om be rs a ct io n

A grade

Perfect conditions for footy greeted both players and the large crowd that had gathered at the seaside oval for the local derby between traditional rivals HWE and Balaklava. The Peckers, coming off a confidence-boosting win over the Rams last week, would have fancied their chances of getting one up on the Eagles, who had to overcome the disappointment of losing to the Magpies by a single point. HWE went into the match without their most important player in ruckman Shaun Light, meaning Matthew Higgs was given first crack at the monumental task of quelling the influence of big Hayden Walker. The first quarter started with Pecker playing coach Stuart Lamond kicking their first goal, quickly followed by Ryan Reid for the Eagles after a down-the-ground decision. Jonathon Brice (after an errant kick across the face of goal) then kicked his first of what was to be three goals in a row, the third of which was a great checkside on the run from in front of the scoreboard, which really got the Pecker crowd going. Balaklava had definitely started well, and it was obvious even at this early stage, they were going to take some beating. The Eagles got the last two goals for the quarter, getting them back into the game somewhat, but at the first break it was the home side trailing the visitors 3.3 to 4.2. At the start of the second quarter, new player for the Eagles this year Simon Schutz started in the ruck against Walker, giving Higgs a much-needed break. It didn’t help initially as the Peckers proceeded to kick the first three goals of the second quarter, through Lamond, Ben Catford then Brice with his fourth, getting them out to a four goal lead. Nathan Young, playing at full forward kicked his first for the day and the half ended with the scoreboard showing Balaklava 7.6 to HWE 4.8. Things were going swimmingly for the Peckers at this stage, with Lamond and Brice giving them much more potency going forward than the Eagles, who consistently fell into the trap of kicking long down the line where either Walker or Brenton Lamond were waiting to take the mark. The Eagles also needed to find someone to curtail Brice’s influence, who was threatening to take the game away from HWE with his strong leading and marking, and ability to convert his chances. Matthew Higgs got the Eagles second half off to the start they were looking for, with a wonderful left-foot snap out of the ruck contest from a throw-in in the forward pocket, but it was Brice with his fifth goal, restoring the Peckers half-time advantage. He then continued to exert his dominance with the next two goals for Balaklava to really tighten the screws on the Eagles. Nathan Young was sent down back to become Brice’s third opponent for the day, coach Brandt hoping the Eagles’ experience could stop the onslaught. He still went forward late in the quarter though, with a left-foot bouncing ball giving him his second, and the Eagles a rare highlight. Brice kicked his eighth just before third quarter time to push the Peckers’ lead out to an even six goals. Balaklava 13.9 HWE 7.9 The only question that remained to be answered was could Jonathon Brice kick 10 against his team’s greatest rivals. He had already had a day to remember, but 10 goals against the Eagles would be something else. He gave himself every chance of that when he kicked the first goal of the last quarter, benefitting from a down-the-ground decision. After Lee Belperio and David Barnes kept the Eagles in with a slight chance with consecutive goals, Balaklava shut the gate with the next three goals (two from ruckman Walker) to end the game as a contest. Some respectability on the scoreboard was gained by the home side with the last three goals of the game, but it was too little, too late, Balaklava enjoying a well-deserved five goal win. Balaklava 17.12 HWE 12.11. Better players for the home side included David Barnes, whose aggression at the con-

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Balaklava 17-12 (114) d H W Eagles 12-11 (83)

test is always a feature of his game, Jarrad Manners, who continued his good season to date down back, and Andrew Hunt who did a good job in his defensive role, under all sorts of pressure. For the winners, well if Jonathon Brice (who ended the game with nine goals) doesn’t get the three votes from the umpires for this game, they weren’t watching. A more impressive individual game from a forward has rarely been seen at Port Wakefield, I’m sure coach Lamond hopes it’s only the start. Kane Ruiz caused the Eagles problems with his pace, and Hayden Walker in the absence of Light, really made the most of it with many telling marks and long kicks into the forward line.

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From the first bounce the game looked as if it was a done deal for Balaklava. The Peckers doing all the attacking in a one sided affair. Jack Jenner for Balaklava looked threatening in the forwards lines but Josh Kelly for the Eagles at times held him at bay. The Eagles always struggled to get the ball past the centre to get it into their forward line. Casey Lane-Watson for the Eagles worked hard in the backlines and was effective at times. First quarter Balaklava 6-5 Hummocks 0-0. All throughout the game the Eagles looked sluggish and couldn’t seem to get it together. There were several junior colts playing after just having played for their team. Balaklava’s Ryan Bernhardt, Jack Jenner and Luke Guy consolidated on the Eagles mistakes. The game has become a whitewash or a green and yellow wash. The Eagles again looked flat footed. When the ball looked as if it was getting into the Hummocks forward lines no sooner the ball turned over to the Peckers and back to their forward lines. Hummocks first score came at the end of the second quarter. Half time Balaklava 12-11 Hummocks 0-1. In the third and final quarter Balaklava were having a field day and their confidence grew. Still the Eagles fought on, being quite aware of the scores. The Eagles only goal in the game came from Shane McGuiness at the third quarter. Three quarter time B 21-15 H 0-1 By the last quarter Balaklava used the rest of the game as a bit of a training run, but some poor kicking result in several behinds. Again Hummocks kicking didn’t help their cause as a lot of the time it was kicked straight to the opposition and the Peckers ran away the winners on the day. Final Score Balaklava 27-20 defeated Hummocks 1-2.

ROSS Coleman, Two Wells gets a kick away to score a point in the A grade match at home on Saturday, while Bomber Stuart Gregory is too late for a tackle.

TIGER Matthew McArdle and Ram Matt Cartlidge chase a loose ball near the centre during the reserves match at Virginia.

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HWE 5.8 - 38 def Balaklava 5.2 - 32. Balaklava started well in the first quarter scoring two quick goals with good use of the ball. The Eagles steadied and evened the score at quarter time. Balaklava dominated play in the second quarter kicking another two goals out playing the Eagles with only a minor scored for the quarter. Half time: Balaklava 4-2, Eagles 2-1. In the third quarter the ball see-sawed from end to end with neither side unable to gain control of the game kicking a goal a piece. Scores at three quarter time: Balaklava 5-2, Eagles 3-3. In the last quarter the Eagles big men started to lift, with a lot of the play in their half of the ground, but could only score points. Brandon Taylor snapped trully to close the gap. Balaklava backman put pressure on the Eagles, forcing them to kick points, but with seconds to go Brandon snapped another goal to steal the game from Balaklava.

Virginia reserves captain Chris Campbell and Andrew Sharman, United chase the ball. Plains Producer, Wednesday May 26, 2010

SPORT v Football

APFL & NEFL Association Football Scores

ROOSTER Adam Humzy attempts to spoil a mark by Bomber Luke Smith during the reserves match at Two Wells on Saturday.

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Two Wells Hamley

A Grade 4.4 4.0

13.8 15.11 25.17 (167) 7.1 9.5 11.6 (72)

6.6 2.1

13.8 16.13 21.16 (142) 5.4 6.6 8.8 (56)

Goals - Two Wells: P.Christofis 9, S.Wise 4, B.Fitzgerald 4, R.McDonald 3, K.Leighton 2, L.Allmond 1, M.Abdilla 1, B.Hart 1 Hamley: M.Laurie 4, S.Gregory 2, C.Allen 1, D.Karpany 1, T.Smith 1, T.Natt 1, D.Wiese 1 Best - Two Wells: B.Spiteri, P.Christofis, D.Hines, K.Leighton, B.Hart, N.Seccafien Hamley: S.Gregory, J.Schahinger, T.Smith, C.Allen, A.Lemmon, M.Laurie

Virginia United

Goals - Virginia: B.Niklaus 8, B.Galic 3, P.Mylonopoulos 3, C.Howell 2, R.Perre 2, B.Nikou 1, A.Seccafien 1, T.Wilkey 1 United: P.Burgoyne 4, B.Shimmin 2, M.Warnes 1, M.McLean 1 Best - Virginia: A.Johnston, C.Howell, M.Young, N.Warren, T.Wilkey, B.Niklaus United: A.Mills, B.Shimmin, S.Schulz, A.Mansfield, M.McLean, J.Crosbie

Balaklava HW Eagles

4.2 3.3

7.6 4.8

13.9 7.9

17.12 (114) 12.11 (83)

Goals - Balaklava: J.Brice 9, H.Walker 2, S.Lamond 2, K.Ruiz 1, B.Catford 1, L.Guy 1, S.Rowland 1 HW Eagles: R.Reid 2, S.McGuiness 2, N.Young 2, T.Forrest 2, M.Higgs 1, L.Belperio 1, L.Knappstein 1, D.Barnes 1 Best - Balaklava: J.Brice, K.Ruiz, H.Walker, D.Friedrichs, D.Gardner, T.McPharlin HW Eagles: D.Barnes, J.Manners, A.Hunt, S.Schutz, T.Sharpe, L.Belperio

Two Wells Hamley

Reserves 6.1 2.1

9.3 2.6

11.5 3.8

13.5 7.10

(83) (52)

Goals - Two Wells: J.Becker 6, A.Slater 2, M.Sincock 2, B.Struck 1, T.Wake 1, B.Lange 1 Hamley: J.Brooks 4, G.Branson 1, L.Smith 1, J.Gregory 1 Best - Two Wells: S.Barker, D.Applebee, D.Hardiman, L.Franklin, A.Slater, M.Sincock Hamley: J.Brooks, D.Millar, B.Farrugia, B.Selth, W.Slok, L.Smith

Virginia United

5.4 0.0

9.7 0.2

12.12 16.19 (115) 1.3 1.5 (11)

Balaklava HW Eagles

3.3 2.0

9.4 2.1

11.6 3.2

Goals - Virginia: S.Lioulios 6, A.Leo 4, T.Crampton 3, G.Drew 2, M.Cartlidge 1, C.Campbell 1, P.Russo 1 United: D.Carter 1 Best - Virginia: A.Conti, K.Zilm, S.Lioulios, P.Russo, T.Crampton, G.Stillasano United: D.Goodenough, A.Sharman, K.Jarman, J.East

15.9 5.3

(99) (33)

Two Wells Hamley

Senior Colts 4.6 0.1

7.9 1.3

15.11 20.15 (135) 1.3 1.4 (10)

Virginia United

4.3 2.1

7.4 5.6

9.5 7.11

Balaklava HW Eagles

6.6 0.0

Goals - Two Wells: J.Paterson 4, H.Ramsay 4, L.Tassel 3, J.Shephard 2, B.Schutz 2, C.Tryfopoulos 1, T.Hines 1, J.Haggerty 1, J.McLennan 1, M.Lange 1 Hamley: A.Power 1 Best - Two Wells: J.Morrison, J.Paterson, M.Daly, B.Harvey, H.Ramsay, M.Williams/Sayner Hamley: R.Darwin, M.Gregory, A.Power, T.Darwin, S.Collings

13.8 11.13

(86) (79)

Goals - Virginia: A.Pogas 4, J.Booth-Elliott 3, D.Webster 2, L.Bannear 1, J.Hocking 1, H.Farrow 1, M.Musolino 1 United: n/a Best - Virginia: A.Pogas, L.Bannear, M.Musolino, J.Hocking, J.Bradbrook, M.Lazenka United: n/a

12.11 20.16 27.20 (182) 0.1 0.1 1.2 (8)

Goals - Balaklava: L.Williams 6, C.Ruiz 4, R.McPharlin 3, L.Guy 2, T.Lloyd 2, S.Van Kleef 2, J.Henderson 1, J.Butterfield 1, C.McPharlin 1, T.Shepherd 1, J.Jenner 1, Z.Guy 1, M.Clifford 1, R.McDonald 1 HW Eagles: S.McGuiness 1 Best - Balaklava: C.Ruiz, L.Williams, L.Guy, R.McPharlin, J.Henderson, M.Clifford HW Eagles: J.Kelly, S.McGuiness, M.Nicholls, J.Roberts, C.Lane-Watson, J.Zilm

Two Wells Hamley

Junior Colts 5.0 0.0

9.4 0.0

9.4 0.10

(58) (10)

2.0 2.1

2.1 4.2

3.3 5.2

5.8 5.2

(38) (32)

Goals - Two Wells: J.Wilson 2, N.Seccafien 2, L.Goss 2, S.Stringer 1, J.Henneker 1, B.Tieste 1 Hamley: Best - Two Wells: N.Seccafien, B.Catanzariti, J.Pellizzari, K.Giniotis, H.Gameau, J.Watkins Hamley: T.Darwin, D.Collings, C.Buckby, S.Rosenzweig, J.Talbot, J.Wedding

HW Eagles Balaklava

Goals - HW Eagles: B.Taylor 2, Q.Mackay 1, D.Williams 1, T.Nottle 1 Balaklava: D.Mccredie 2, C.Arbon 1, D.Michael 1, J.Speissegger 1 Best - HW Eagles: T.Nottle, N.Studham, B.Taylor, J.Alsop, B.Krieg, Q.Mackay Balaklava: J.Harkness, J.Speissegger, H.Veitch, B.Heaslip, C.Arbon, Z.Scholz

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Goals - Balaklava: K.Michaelanny 5, C.Marshall 2, R.Lamond 2, J.McPharlin 1, J.Jenner 1, C.Ruiz 1, P.McLean 1, M.Brougham 1, N.Olsen 1 HW Eagles: M.Fox 2, T.Nicholls 1, D.Smith 1, S.Gill 1 Best - Balaklava: R.Lamond, J.Bell, S.Henderson, P.McLean, K.Michalanney, J.McPharlin HW Eagles: J.Cook, J.Mahoney, M.Curnow, M.Schutz, C.Braham, M.Hoepner

FUTURE CHAMPS

NEFL results from Saturday - Round 6

S/Clare N/Clare

A Grade

2.0 4.3

6.1 7.6

10.3 11.7

18.6 11.8

(114) (74)

Best: S/Clare - D.Kuhndt, G.Schutz, S.Heinrich, M.Aloisi, M.Thomas, J.Lehmann; N/Clare - C.Jaeschke, J.Hollit, B.Coles, J.Knappstein, D.Ellis, A.Waters Goals: S/Clare - M.Leibelt 3, M.Stopp 3, B.Murphy 3, B.Seymon 3, M.Reynolds, S.Heinrich, J.Young, M.Ryan, G.Schutz, M.Vandeleur; N/Clare - N.Prokopec 3, A.Amey 2, B.Pudney, T.Pawley, D.Busch, D.Ellis, C.Jaeschke, A.Waters

RSMU Hawks Min/Man

3.2 1.1

6.4 5.5

6.9 5.8

10.10 8.9

(70) (57)

Blyth/Snow BSR Tigers

9.3 0.0

11.5 3.1

16.9 4.3

18.14 (122) 5.5 (35)

Best: RSMU Hawks - Z.Hier, D.Rowett, T.Willmott, J.Vandeleur, B.Harrison, B.Moreton; Min/Man - A.Bevis, L.Mcdermid, J.Milburn, R.Hall, D.Mitchell, B.Brysky Goals: RSMU Hawks - J.Williams 5, J.Vandeleur 2, L.Percy, M.Norman, S.Goodfellow; Min/Man - B.Taylor 2, B.Brysky, J.Milburn, M.Prince, A.Bevis, L.Sandow, C.Grace Best: Blyth/Snow - J.Gillings, R.Darling, S.Atkinson, J.Taylor, B.Bell, G.Ottens; BSR Tigers - J.Zohs, T.Stephenson, C.Weckert, A.Mackenzie, L.Fuller, A.Smart Goals: Blyth/Snow - J.Gillings 11, J.Taylor 2, B.Bell 2, A.Hentschke 2, N.Mccormack; BSR Tigers - C.Weckert 2, D.Mellow, S.Morris, D.Smith

BBH Rams Eudunda/Rtown

3.5 2.3

12.6 18.10 23.13 (151) 4.3 5.7 7.9 (51)

Best: BBH Rams - A.Spicer, B.Wall, J.Lynch, M.Hall, S.Mann, J.Schuppan; Eudunda/Rtown - Z.Tremaine, A.Turrell, M.Zerner, C.Redemski, J.Trewren, S.Schmidt Goals: BBH Rams - A.Spicer 6, B.Wall 4, J.Schuppan 3, G.Thompson 2, J.Lynch 2, T.Riggs 2, D.Reed, M.Hall, T.Martin, S.Tohl; Eudunda/Rtown - J.Trewren 3, J.Pfitzner, C.Ah, S.Geister, D.Vickery

N/Clare S/Clare

B Grade 1.2 0.3

3.5 3.3

7.6 4.3

9.7 7.5

(61) (47)

Best: N/Clare - L.Milne, R.Tregilgas, D.Smith, N.Jones, D.Bones, B.Clothier; S/Clare - J.Fisher, R.Degenhardt, N.Smith, S.Buridge, M.Cloke , Goals: N/Clare - N.Jones 3, D.Ahern 2, M.Dopson 2, P.Clarke, M.Sims; S/Clare - M.Salter 2, M.Stone, N.Smith, R.Degenhardt, T.Owen, M.Young

Min/Man RSMU Hawks

2.0 3.2

5.0 5.5

8.1 6.6

9.1 7.7

(55) (49)

Best: Min/Man - C.Lane, A.Winders, J.Nicholls, D.Norman, P.Hogben, J.Curtis; RSMU Hawks - C.Aitchison, T.Hart, S.Przibilla, L.Wilkey, N.Williams, B.Mcinerney Goals: Min/Man - C.Lane 5, L.Milburn 2, J.Nicholls, M.Nayda; RSMU Hawks - J.Bartsch 2, S.Griffiths, A.Hosking, B.Mcinerney, B.Heinrich, T.Hart

Blyth/Snow BSR Tigers

4.1 2.1

5.3 3.5

7.4 4.5

8.7 5.5

(55) (35)

Best: Blyth/Snow - T.Michael, R.Baxter, S.Clifford, D.Stringer, M.Thomas, S.Krieg; BSR Tigers - D.Ecman, J.Burgess, N.Adams, N.Bruce, D.Jones , Goals: Blyth/Snow - S.Clifford 3, M.Thomas 2, D.Richards, J.Fountain, M.Stewart; BSR Tigers - F.Nicholls, A.Moller, J.Burgess, N.Krieg

BBH Rams Eudunda/Rtown

1.0 1.2

2.1 3.4

4.3 5.5

6.6 5.8

(42) (38)

Best: BBH Rams - A.Dredge, D.Booth, B.Tiver, T.Crick, S.Kellock, T.O’Connor; Eudunda/Rtown - B.Schutz, D.Angel, T.Ross, D.Button, T.Stacey, K.Floyd Goals: BBH Rams - K.Reed 2, T.O’Connor, T.Crick, C.Desmet, C.Cunningham; Eudunda/Rtown - D.Button 2, T.Ross, P.Neal, K.Voigt

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S/Clare N/Clare

Senior Colts 3.4 3.2

5.6 3.7

9.8 5.8

14.10 6.11

(94) (47)

Best: S/Clare - J.Eyers, J.Pearse, R.Knight, P.Cutting, W.Weetra, N.Budarick; N/Clare - M.Bannon, T.Hills, N.Bray, T.Norton, L.Dichiera, A.Norton Goals: S/Clare - R.Knight 6, D.Day 4, J.Pearse 2, T.Pitcher, L.Day; N/Clare - N.Bray 2, L.Dichiera 2, M.Bannon 2

RSMU Hawks Min/Man

4.5 0.1

8.8 1.2

15.9 2.3

18.16 (124) 5.4 (34)

Blyth/Snow BSR Tigers

3.5 1.1

7.8 3.1

10.8 4.2

12.11 6.5

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Best: RSMU Hawks - T.Smith, D.Bevan, A.Rowett, J.Smith, M.Rohde, H.Behn; Min/Man - J.Ey, A.Bruce, J.Sandow, J.Mcgregor, T.Julyan, H.Clark Goals: RSMU Hawks - M.Busch 4, M.Rohde 4, R.Howson 2, T.Smith 2, D.Bevan 2, A.Rowett 2, J.Smith, M.Wellington; Min/Man - J.Mcgregor 2, L.Bruhn, J.Sandow, A.Richards Best: Blyth/Snow - C.Andriske, C.Lloyd, A.Elix, D.Salter, ,; BSR Tigers - N.Bunfield, L.Bunfield, D.Williams, L.Kurth, J.Kurth, D.Bruce Goals: Blyth/Snow - D.Salter 6, A.Elix 2, C.Lloyd 2, R.Ottens, L.Mugge; BSR Tigers - B.Tayler 3, D.Bruce, C.Burgess, B.Kitschke

Eudunda/Rtown BBH Rams

4.4 0.1

9.8 0.1

11.15 15.22 (112) 0.1 0.1 (1)

Best: Eudunda/Rtown - D.Reese, C.Blumson, T.Walker, K.Milde, T.Mosey, J.Bugeja; BBH Rams - P.Hill, S.Connell, B.Radford, R.Maidment, A.Linder, J.Low Goals: Eudunda/Rtown - K.Schulz 5, D.Reese 3, J.Bugeja 2, T.Mosey 2, J.Riley, D.Pfitzner, T.Baker;

N/Clare S/Clare

Junior Colts 5.3 3.4

8.7 5.5

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(83) (41)

0.0 0.0

2.2 1.2

(55) (35)

RSMU Hawks Min/Man

8.3 0.0

16.8 23.13 30.19 (199) 0.0 0.0 0.0 (0)

BSR Tigers Blyth/Snow

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2.9 2.1

5.13 2.1

(43) (13)

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20.3 2.4

25.4 4.6

(154) (30)

Best: N/Clare - H.Calaby, J.Brown, S.Haydon, J.Kennedy, L.Gill, J.Wiblin; S/Clare - P.Vonheyamnick, D.Minney, J.Wallent, A.Falconer, Z.Maynard, J.Jenner Goals: N/Clare - D.Garrard 2, L.Schumacher 2, J.Brown, H.Calaby, S.Haydon, T.O’sullivan; S/Clare - D.Minney 2, P.Vonheyamnick 2, B.Dinning Best: RSMU Hawks - J.Connell, L.Michalany, A.Rowett, B.Heffernan, T.Griffiths, S.Merritt; Min/Man - A.Richards, T.Milburn, A.Nixon, A.Griffin, B.Smith, W.Jenner Goals: RSMU Hawks - J.Connell 7, A.Rowett 6, L.Michalany 6, D.O’Connnell 3, N.Busch 2, A.Clark, J.Schulze, T.Trowse, D.Pike-talbot, S.Juett, J.Vater; Best: BSR Tigers - T.Slade, J.Lee, J.Weckert, J.Hayes, C.Longbottom, T.Wilsdon; Blyth/Snow - T.Eime, C.Walkley, L.Jaeschke, J.Andriske, T.Norton, D.Giles Goals: BSR Tigers - T.Wilsdon 2, B.Welke, J.Lee, L.Wilsdon; Blyth/Snow - M.Greet, J.Hunter

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% 75.75 69.46 42.35 47.35 40.39 44.98 26.31

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Peckers a look in for flag Eagles’ second loss dampens spirits Balaklava 17.12 (114) defeated Hummocks-Watchman 12.11 (83). Balaklava have cemented their spot in contention for the 2010 premiership flag, with a convincing win over the Hummocks-Watchman Eagles at Port Wakefield. The Peckers were too good for the Eagles on Saturday, with good clearances and speed sealing the 31 point victory. Playing coach Stuart Lamond said he was impressed with his side’s effort. “They’re a good side so we’re very happy with the win,” Lamond said. “We were better on the day at clearances and stoppages,” he said. A star performance from 20-year-old Jonathon Brice was also the difference, with the forward booting nine goals. The midfield were good in supplying the footy to Brice, and the Eagles struggled to find a match up for him. Kane Ruiz was good in half forward, putting on plenty of forward pressure on their defenders. He got plenty of the footy and played his best A grade game for the Peckers. Hayden Walker was dominant in ruck for the Peckers, and cleared the ball well and hit targets.

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For the Eagles, two-goal efforts from Ryan Reid, Shane McGuiness, Nathan Young and Tim Forrest was not enough to get the side over the line. David Barnes performed the best for the Eagles, with strong on-ball pressure and a high work rate. The Eagles were without ruckman Shaun Light, and struggled a bit in the clearances. Eagles coach Mark Brant said his side played poorly with room to improve in disposals and decision making. “We were second to the footy and played dumb football,” Mark said. Jarred Manners’ attack on the ball was good in the back lines and Andrew Hunt was versatile and gave his side more options. Two Wells 25.17 (167) defeated Hamley Bridge 11.6 (72). Two Wells dominated at home against Hamley Bridge in a solid 95 point win. The Roosters played a high standard of football all

game, with everyone performing well in their roles. Paul Christofis capitalised in the forward line, and booted nine goals for the home side, including some long bombs from outside 50. Ben Spiteri was hard at it as usual with a high tackle count and plenty of the ball. Daniel Hines and Khan Leighton ran well over the whole field and kept the team’s momentum alive. Scott Wise and Brad Fitzgerald also kicked four goals each for the Roosters. Hamley Bridge coach Rian Nelson said the Bombers lost all their momentum gained after wining against United. “We were pretty ordinary,” Rian said. “I think the bye (last week) took away our momentum, but that’s the draw and we can’t change it,” he said. Rian said the side’s work rate was low overall but on a positive note, Stuart Gregory, Justin Schahinger and Tom Smith performed well, putting in effort across all four quarters.

Virginia 21.16 (142) defeated United 8.8 (56). Virginia are back on the winning band wagon with a solid 86 point win over the Tigers. The Rams won all four quarters and played a solid game through the middle. Coach Greg Phillips said he was pleased that his side managed to play four quarters of consistent footy. “I think we won through the middle,” Greg said. Anthony Johnson had a beston-ground performance, with 46 possessions and a big impact on the ball. After a few quiet weeks, Ram captain Matty Young played some really good football in the centre. Rams’ full forward Brendon Niklaus was again damaging and kicked eight goals on his opponent. Caleb Howell was quick in the midfield and hit his targets in the forward line. Con and Peter Mylonopoulos also played a solid game, as well as Nathan Warren on the half back flank. The Tigers ran out of steam and kicked only three goals after half time, compared to the Rams’ eight. With key Tigers still missing with injuries, it was a fairly one sided affair with Adrian Mills and Bradley Shimmin putting in hard yards for the Tigers.

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Local talent on show – Balaklava to host zone under 15 carnival This Sunday at Balaklava Oval, the APFL will host the annual SANFL Central Zone Under 15 Football Carnival. With four competing leagues (Adelaide Plains Football League, Northern Areas Football Association, North Eastern Football League and the Yorke Peninsula Football League), the wider Mid North and Yorke Peninsula zone’s best junior talent will be on show. The carnival will adopt a round robin format, starting at 10am.

By Kym Jarman This year the age has been raised from under 14 to under 15, and the formidable Barossa Light and Gawler combination has been omitted from the carnival, leaving the same four leagues which compete for the annual Landmark A Grade Cup (this year on June long weekend at Kadina) to do battle this Sunday at Balaklava. The opening match of this year’s under 15s carnival is at

10am, between the Adelaide Plains and the North Eastern Football Leagues. Six short fast “round robin” matches will follow, and presentation of the overall winner will be at about 2.30pm. The carnival receives sponsorship from SANFL Clubs, Woodville West Torrens and North Adelaide. Admission is only $3 for adults with under 17 free. The Balaklava Football Club canteen will be open all day.

Former Australian Rules footballer and one of the stars of the AFL Footy Show, Billy Brownless is heading to Balaklava, but tickets to see the man in person are limited! Balaklava Vice Presidents Club presents an appearance by Billy Brownless at 7pm on Monday, June 28 at Balaklava Town Hall. Tickets are selling fast so don’t miss out as the former Geelong footballer talks about life in the AFL and his role on the Footy Show. Enjoy a three course meal, with beer, wine and soft drinks. Tickets cost $110. Entry into a weekly $50 draw. To purchase tickets or for more information contact: Mark Heaslip on 0427 444 284, Martin Bond on 0418 840 109 or Andrew Lane on 0418 106 645.

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Cats spoil BSR’s party In a day of celebration at Brinkworth Oval, Blyth/Snowtown and Jarrod Gillings spoiled the party with a devastating first quarter performance. While BSR were unable to score in the opening term, the visiting Cats showed their claws and virtually ensured victory with nine goals and three behinds in the opening stanza. The second term was even, before another five goals-to one in the third ensured a handsome victory in the annual Broughton Cup match. The eventual winning margin was a handsome 87 points by the Cats. Gillings, who amazingly didn’t win the Broughton Cup medal for best player on ground in this contest, kicked 11 goals for the game, including six in a potent and match winning first quarter. Mail medallist from 2009 and captain Ryan Darling won the award, in an impressive performance in the pivot. Centre half back, Gareth Ottens continued his form of the first month, while his lieutenant Scott Atkinson in a role on a half back flank gave plenty of drive and rebound. “The first quarter was back to how we played in the first three games of the year,” Cats coach, Brett Ireland said. “The key areas that returned were our intensity at the contested ball and the pressure when they were in possession.

Round 6 in review By Peter Argent “Our work rate and skill level was up and the group ran strongly. “The boys cruised a bit after the first quarter blitz Krieg. “It was a horrible game from the start of the second quarter and I wouldn’t have liked to be a spectator watching. “The game was scrambly and the ground was as hard as a rock.” AJ Wood looked after the rucks, while James Taylor and Brad Bell won their share of the football as well. On the negative side, Nick McCormack was knocked out during the third quarter after a crude tackle and is in danger of missing the top of the table clash against the RSMU Hawks this weekend. Best for the host was Jason Zohs, followed Tyler Stephenson and Colin Weckert (who kicked two of his teams five goals) Big men Adam Mackenzie and Alex Smart made their presence felt at stages, while Leigh Fuller had his moments for the Tigers in a forlorn cause. Rams thrash Saints In the Rams’ first trip to Robertstown Oval, they secured an emphatic

victory over the Southern Saints. It was a contest up to quarter time, but nine goals to one in the second term set up the 100-point thrashing of the Eudunda/ Robertstown side. A statistic that is noteworthy is BBH had 36 scoring shots to the Saints’ 16. Athletic big manAaron Spicer was superb, in a six goal best-on-ground performance in ruck, while the 2005 Mail Medallist (in the Barossa, Light and Gawler competition) Boh Wall wasn’t far behind with four majors. Youngster Johnny Lynch gained plenty of the football, while Jason Schuppan was another strong avenue in attack with three majors. In a strong team effort other leading performers included Marcus Hall and Steve Mann. G e o ff “ D i g g e r ” Thompson, Johnny Lynch and Tom Riggs helped out with a brace of goals each. Teenager Zack Tremaine was the Saints best followed by Andrew Turrell, who was playing with injury. Michael Zerner never stopped trying in defence, while Chris Redemski and Simon Schmidt had their

moments. Justin Trewen played a hand up forward with three of his team’s seven goals. Hawks in thriller win over Min/Man The Hawks won an enthralling battle at Riverton Oval, beating the Mintaro-Manoora Eagles by 13 points in the end. Despite great conditions, in this defensive encounter, only 18 goals were scored. Five points separated the combatants at half time and RSMU advantage had crept out to seven points at the last break. The game was still up for grabs until the last few minutes of the contest. Hawks key defender Zack Hier continued his stellar form this year in a “best on ground” performance, while David Rowett was equally important. Both zone representative footballers Tyson Willmott and James Vandeleur found plenty of the ball and developing ruckman Brock Harrison had a telling influence. Outstanding teenage talent Ben Moreton also played with creativity and flair. Jamie Williams was the only effective forward over the full four quarters of the match, finishing with a five-goal haul. Eagles 2009 best and fairest, Aaron Bevis was the visitor’s best player, following by hard working on baller Luke McDermid. Jamie Milburn, Robert Hall and young veteran David Mitchell were in-

fluential over the course of the contest, while developing footballer Brad Brysky had his moments. Brad Taylor was Mintaro-Manoora’s only multiple goal kickers. South Clare down Roosters In the battle for bragging rights in Clare, South overcame a 10 point three quarter time deficit to beat the Roosters by five goals. During the Demons best quarter of football for the year, they kicked 8.3, while conceding just a single point, to collect an upset win over one of the form teams of the NEFL. Recruit from Lucindale in the South East, Daniel Kuhndt produced a dominant display, while Gary Schutz and Sam Heinrich both were important contributors. Michael Aloisi played his best game since coming up from division one amateur league football, with the consistent Matt Thomas and Jason Lehmann other key members of the victor’s efforts. Avenues to goal proved plentiful, with Michael Liebelt, indigenous sporting talent Matt Stopp, Ben Murphy and Ben Seymon each kicked three goals, among 10 separate goal kickers for the South Clare sides win. Released from the shackles of coaching Craig Jaeschke was again the Roosters best, followed by Josh Hollitt, Ben Coles in defence, James Knappstein and Damien

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Ellis. Andrew Waters worked hard in the mid field as well. While key forwards, Nick Prokopec (three goals) and Andrew Amey kicked half of North Clare’s score, they didn’t have the influence they had on the previous weeks encounter. North Clare to take on BBH Rams In what now becomes an important match in the context of North Clare’s season, they host reigning premiers the BBH Rams at Clare Oval. Playing a second home

match in a row, the BSR Tigers face off against a rampant South Clare side, fresh from two excellent victories at Redhill Oval. Classed as the match of the round, the sides many believe are the best two in the competition this year, the Mike Duncan coached RSMU Hawks take on Brett Ireland’s Blyth/Snowtown Cats on the expansive Riverton Oval. At Robertstown Oval, the Southern Saints will be trying to engineer a breakthrough first victory against Mintaro/Manoora.

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By Peter Argent In a special day at Brinkworth Oval, Brinkworth Football Club and the Broughton Football League celebrated 100 years since their respective births last Saturday, May 22. Among the many highlights of the day, a plaque to commemorate the centenary was unveiled by two of the oldest residents of Brinkworth and past players of the football club, John Heinjus and Cyril Adams. At half time in the A grade game, a book ‘100 Years of Football 1910 – 2010, Brinkworth Football Club and Broughton Football League’, published by Helen Weckert and Jenni Heinjus, was launched by Graham Wandel – former president of the North Eastern Football League and current Central Zone Director, from the SANFL’s Community Football Board. A day of football and netball at the Brinkworth Recreation Ground Oval was followed by a memorable dinner in the Brinkworth Hall. “The dinner was an amazing night of renewing old friendships and past achievements,” member of organising committee, Helen Weckert said. Master of ceremonies, Craig Krieg, opened the night and first speaker was Graham Ashby who spoke on the Broughton League. “The premiership teams of 1960, Brinkworth Jubilee A grade premiers, 1970 Yacka B grade premiers, and in 1979 the B grade premiership of the Brinkworth/Yacka Club were acknowledged. “Our second speaker was Des Krieg who excelled for the occasion dressed in early 1900s football playing ‘togs’ and spoke on the Brinkworth Magpies Football Club,” Helen said. Graham Wandel presented the collage titled ‘The game that made Australia’celebrating 150 years ofAustralian Football, to Frank Hayes, the current president of the BSR Football Club. A member of the 1960 Brinkworth premiership side, Neville Kriewaldt addressed the crowd about this win and the many fun memories of the occasion. Bruce Weckert gave an oration of the exciting win in 1979, includ-

Broughton Cup Medallist Ryan Darling.

after games played on Saturday

PAST Brinkworth footballers John Heinjus and Cyril Adams unveil the commemorative plaque.

ing the background of how this team came to win the premiership and of the celebrations after. Craig Goss also gave an insight into the only premiership won by the Yacka Football Club in 1970. A presentation was made to the BSR Football Club of the ‘Peter Heinjus Memorial Trophy’ by Andrew Heinjus on behalf of the Heinjus family. “It was most fitting to have such a trophy in memory of Peter, as he was the winner of three successive Mail Medals (1957, 58, 59) in the Broughton League,” Helen continued. “It will run consecutively for 10 years and will be presented to the footballer who polls the most votes in the mail medal for the Tigers.” During the evening a powerpoint slideshow gave an insight into the club’s history, club events and club achievements. The BSR Tigers Social Club ably catered for the three-course dinner. “It was good to see the younger generation excelling in this role.”

A Grade Team P W L D For Agn Pts % M/R Blyth/Snow 6 5 1 0 680 3 88 1 0 6 3.67 83.33 RSMU Hawks 6 5 1 0 584 367 10 61.41 83.33 BBH Rams 6 4 2 0 629 462 8 57.65 66.67 North Clare 6 4 2 0 547 472 8 53.68 66.67 Min/Man 6 3 3 0 429 416 6 50.77 50 South Clare 6 2 4 0 530 513 4 50.82 33.33 BSR Tigers 6 1 5 0 323 726 2 30.79 16.67 Eud/Rtown 6 0 6 0 343 721 0 32.24 0 B Grade Team P W L D For Agn Pts % M/R Min/Man 6 6 0 0 397 267 12 59.79 100 RSMU Hawks 6 5 1 0 537 189 10 73.97 83.33 Blyth/Snow 6 3 3 0 312 322 6 49.21 50 South Clare 6 3 3 0 341 396 6 46.27 50 BSR Tigers 6 2 4 0 336 352 4 48.84 33.33 BBH Rams 6 2 4 0 257 362 4 41.52 33.33 North Clare 6 2 4 0 311 454 4 40.65 33.33 Eud/Rtown 6 1 5 0 254 403 2 38.66 16.67 Senior Colts Team P W L D For Agn Pts % M/R RSMU Hawks 6 6 0 0 807 140 1 2 85.22 100 Eud/Rtown 6 5 1 0 728 101 10 87.82 83.33 Blyth/Snow 6 5 1 0 544 346 10 61.12 83.33 BSR Tigers 6 3 3 0 437 448 6 49.38 50 South Clare 6 3 3 0 371 536 6 40.9 50 BBH Rams 6 1 5 0 271 576 2 32 16.67 Min/Man 6 1 5 0 176 689 2 20.35 16.67 North Clare 6 0 6 0 158 656 0 19.41 0 Junior Colts Team P W L D For Agn Pts % M/R BSR Tigers 6 6 0 0 490 101 1 2 82.91 100 RSMU Hawks 6 5 1 0 618 144 10 81.1 83.33 Blyth/Snow 6 4 2 0 349 175 8 66.6 66.67 South Clare 6 3 3 0 480 205 6 70.07 50 Eud/Rtown 6 3 3 0 390 259 6 60.09 50 North Clare 6 2 4 0 304 310 4 49.51 33.33 BBH Rams 6 1 5 0 170 670 2 20.24 16.67 Min/Man 6 0 6 0 24 961 0 2.44 0

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Balaklava v United

This week Brice’s side hosts the United Tigers who are currently struggling. The Tigers who have a decent side on paper are starting to manufacture some good passages of play in recent weeks, yet simple errors still seem to be letting Travis Opitz’ side down. United certainly haven’t thrown in the towel and will be desperate to keep edging closer to that first win of 2010 this week – a game that will be Travis’ 200th if he plays. Of course the Tigers task gets harder with their opponent Balaklava now on a high. The Peckers overnight (well in a fortnight) have become a genuine 2010 contender thanks to wins over the Rams and Eagles. Their good mix of youth and experience is now showing. Jonathon Brice is red hot and his confidence is sky high, Kane Ruiz played his best A grade game for the Peckers last weekend and Hayden Walker took no prisoners last week with HWE’s Sean Light absent in the Ruck. Full Back Derek Fredrichs is also in career-best form. The Peckers will be hard to beat at home and should win their third match in a row this week.

Hamley Bridge v Mallala

Hamley Bridge’s return from the bye last week (after their first win in two seasons) and confidence was met with much resistance as they went down to Two Wells by a large margin on the weekend. Their task gets no easier this week when they meet the top of the table Mallala Magpies. Although it was noted in last week’s match that the Bombers are capable of much better, it seems no matter how well they play this week they wont get close to the Magpies who enjoy raiding the premiership points cupboards of many top four sides let alone visiting the Bridge where they have been known to really ‘turn it on’ in recent years. Mallala coming back from the bye will be too strong for the Bombers despite those lion hearted Bomber locals giving it all they’ve got.

n Kym Jarman previews APFL round 8 You would expect to see many familiar names in the best player list come Sunday. Daniel Feeley, Brian Montgomerie and the Magpies resting midfielders will all likely be chiming in with their fair share of goals this weekend.

Virginia v Two Wells

So they meet again! These sides despite already being local rivals are really starting to develop one of the closest rivalries in recent APFL’s history. Following a couple of ding dong minor round battles in recent years they also met in last year’s preliminary final. On that day the Roosters upset the Rams to go on and appear in their first grand final since 1992. But, in round two this season the Rams got revenge on the Roosters, beating them at home and sending their season into an uncomfortable 0-2 predicament. That game was a shootout with the Rams 22.16 too good for the Roosters 19.8. The Rams are at home again this week – the scene of their demolition of United last weekend. They will be hoping full forward Brendon Niklaus - eight goals last weekend and nine last time against the Roosters - will be in full flight while the Roosters will hope they can find someone to curb the influence of the Rams’ big man. Most likely Two Wells captain Scott Humphrys will start on him. This match will be won in the midfield and with plenty of running and attacking options for both sides - including Two Wells Paul Christofis who himself kicked nine last week. This match will be a ripper to watch. The midfield will likely decide the result. With the closeness of these sides a draw would not be out of the question – I’ll lean towards the Rams at home thanks to a stronger bodied midfield.

Paul Sharer, United bounds in for a tackle on Virginia’s Jacob Simmons during the reserves match on Saturday.

TIGER Adam Pratt is too late to stop a mark by Ram Trent Karutz in the reserves.

RYAN McDonald kicks another goal for the Roosters A grade side, totalling three for Saturday’s match against Hamley.

United’s trio of milestones While Kym Jarman played his 200th game for United last weekend against Virginia, there is another trio set to celebrate significant milestones. This week at Balaklava the travelling United Tigers will have three large, and possibly up to five player milestones to celebrate. United A grade playing coach and 1990s gun Travis Opitz will play game number 200 this week for the Tigers against Balaklava. Opitz is in his second stint coaching the club where he has been a two time A grade premiership player and important midfield cog throughout the Tigers successful era since 1993. Reserves captain and club stalwart Ben Pym is due to play game number 250 this week. Looking as fit as ever Pym perhaps is looking to add plenty more to his tally. He will want to if he wants to get somewhere near the games count of his father and uncles on both sides of his family. Pym’s uncle Anthony “Shagger” Pym

played 550 senior games for the Tigers and his mum’s brothers Adrian “Tom” McArdle played over 500 while uncle Craig “Wilbur” McArdle and Pym’s Dad Peter Pym each played 400+ games for the Tigers. (Must note these men played A grade back in the day sometimes as 11-12 year olds), Ben has been a significant member of United both on and off the field although in some respects has been a little unlucky on the big stage. Aside from mentioning United’s handful of bridesmaid trophies late 90s early 2000s, Pym played A grade in 1999 elevated from a Reserves side which won the flag (although the A team went down). In 2002 – the next time the Tigers doubled up on grand final day Pym played in a losing reserves side while the A grade won the premiership (he did play 10 A grade games during the season). In 2005 he was a member of United’s reserves premiership side but again disappointment reigned somewhat in 2007 when the then Tiger reserves vice-captain

was sidelined through their successful finals campaign thanks to a broken jaw. Being the club man he is, he won’t dwell on these facts as he has been a big part of each of the Tigers successful senior premiership campaigns since 1995 (02 A grade and 99, 05 and 07 reserves). Third on the list to play a milestone this week is current United Football Club secretary James Rundle, who will play his 50th. The 26 year old himself is a three-time reserves premiership player at United– his first flag in 1999 was as a 16 year old when played a “run-with role” on Hamley Bridge’s midfield dynamo speedster Loui Surace. Other Tiger players in line to each play their 50th senior games this week are reserves Craig Maynard and Tim McArdle (providing he is available and not working). Tim’s father Adrian has already been mentioned above….. Tim has been in impressive form lately although no doubt in “games played” I think his Dad has him covered!

TRIO of milestones for the United Tigers (from left): Kym Jarman played his 200th game on Saturday, while Travis Opitz will play his 200th this Saturday, Ben Pym will play his 250th, and James Rundle his 50th.

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Brothers in arms • From back page. Andrew and Devon Hardiman played their junior football at the club and still have an impact in A grade and B grade respectively. Ruckman Ben Stubing and his brother Tom also get the chance to play in the same club this year. Owen and Lee Allmond are among the manyAllmonds who have played with the Roosters and dominate their roles on the football field asAllmonds seem to do so naturally. Aaron and Travis Wake are both valued members of the club along with A-grader Scott Wise and his up and coming senior colt star brother, Dylan. Young brothers Shannon and Ben Slattery will have a strong impact on the Roosters, with Ben already playing A grade ruck while still able to qualify for senior colts with his brother. Daniel Hines has slotted into the Rooster A grade side nicely in 2010, and his brother Tim is dominating in senior colts. Even new recruit Paul Christofis has followed the trend and brought his brother Chris to the club this year. And there couldn’t be a more positive attitude among the brothers, with very little sibling rivalry evident. “I love playing footy with

my brother,” Jacob Hart said. “Hopefully I can play in the same team as Willy one day too,” he said. James Williams was of the same attitude. “It’s good, I like it when I get to play in the same team as Tom, and dad and pa played for the Roosters too,” he said. Nathan Applebee said he had always wanted to play with his brother. “We never had a chance before because I was A grade and he was B grade.” “It’s good because we know how each other plays,” he said. “I don’t even have to look when I’m kicking to him.” Drew Lamont said having his brother as the captain had its perks. “I know I’ll always get a game,” he joked. “It is good because I know how hard we both work on the track and to win on Saturdays,” “We can rely on each other to work hard,” he said. Devon Hardiman said he enjoyed playing with his younger brother, Andrew, who was sometimes his inspiration. “I enjoy playing with him, and seeing him succeed at footy makes me strive to play the best I can,” Devon said.

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SPORT v Netball

Wells girls upset number one Hamley A1

In their second win for the season, Two Wells have caused an upset by defeating the previously unbeaten Hamley Bridge girls in a close encounter at Two Wells. The Wells girls got off to the better start, with a few early turn overs from centre passes. Hamley Bridge were under pressure with tight defence from Two Wells WD Nicole Hardy and Centre Stacey Gameau. Wells girls put in the biggest effort in the second quarter, gaining a lead of nine goals at the break. Two Wells GS Steph Walker shot consistently all game, and constantly positioned herself well in the ring. A few changes in the third quarter saw the Wells girls become unsettled, as the Bomberettes got within three goals at the next break. Defensive pressure remained tight in Two Well defence, with GS Amber Rogers shooting well for Hamley Bridge under tight hustle from GK Jamie-lee Fitzgerald. Final score 50 – 48.

Two Wells 58 def Hamley Bridge 27. Hamley began the game well dominating the first five minutes. Hamley’s attack combination worked the ring well. Hamley’s WAKate Smith constantly offered and re-offered. Two Wells finally got on the board and managed to gain the lead. Two Wells defense worked hard in the last half to help Two Wells get three goals ahead. Two Wells began the second quarter ratty again. Two Wells defenders Sandee Gallagher GK, Rhiannon Wendland GD and Stephanie Agnello WD constantly had pressure on Hamley and contributed to many of Two Wells’s scoring shots. Hamley’s Naomi Bubner C had great drive down the court. Two Wells were only 5 goals up halfway through the second quarter when their attack Carly Smith C, Neralie Wearn WA, Leah Clifton GA and Jess Newman GS kicked the game to another notch to take a comfortable lead of 13. Two Wells made a couple of changes bringing Stephanie Walker into GA. Ham-

ley’s goalies Amanda Mullins GA and Keegan Henneter GS tried hard to work around the ring but Two Wells managed to intercept quite a few to help Two Wells take a further lead. Two Wells Stephanie Agnello WD worked effortlessly making hard knocks to help Two Wells keep possession. Hamley’s Jules Peccetti WD also tried hard during this quarter. Hamley made numerous changes to try and bridge the gap, but Two Wells continued to dominate. Two Wells defenders Sandee Gallogher and Rhiannon Wendland did exceptionally well maintaining three feet and constant pressure on Hamley goalies keeping their shots to a minimum. Two Wells talk and movement was exceptional and experience showed to take the game.

Two Wells 63 def Hamely Bridge 32. Two Wells started out very well with Megan Renshaw GS and Cassie Kent GA not missing a goal in the first quarter. Using their zone well and playing as a team resulted in intercepts by Two Wells having a solid lead at quarter time. Hamley started out shooting in the second quarter pressuring Two Wells to make passing errors. Tight defence from both sides resulted in turnovers at both ends of the court. Accurate shooting in the third quater and early intercepts from Two Wells again gave them a stronger lead. Strong defense from Jasmin Schmidt GK and Di Hondow GD forced Hamely Bridge to make errors. Two Wells took advantage of every one of the mistakes. Hamley went into the last quarter showing confidence and let Two Wells know they weren’t done yet. Accurate shooting from the Hamley goalies resulted in a close quarter. Two Wells were too strong in the end giving them a well deserved win.

Hamley Bridge 34 lost to Two Wells 48. Two Wells attacked strong in the first quarter, but Hamley Bridge put up a fight. Megan Hatch from Two Wells really attacked at the ball. In the second quarter both teams had fantastic

defense work. Emily from Two Wells did some great back up work. Hamley started off to a good third quarter with a good attack. There was some good shooting from Hamley’s GS. Two Wells had fantastic determination and were fighting in their attack. Two Wells mid court were great back up. Hamley turned over six goals. Hamley fought strong to close a bit of the lead in the fourth quarter. They took advantage of Two Wells silly mistakes. Two Wells shooting really let them down in the last quarter. Hamley Bridge put up a fantastic fight but not good enough to beat Two Wells.

Two Wells 40 def Hamley Bridge 17. The first quarter started well for both teams with Hamley and Two Wells converting their first four centre passes. Excellent shooting by Hamley’s GS Ellen Fienze. Two Wells broke Hamley’s centre pass to turn the quarter their way due to consistent defense by GD Jamie Dinham. Two Wells shooter Sarah Dinham and GA Rhiannon Morrison fought hard in the ring with pressure applied by Hamley’s defenders GK Susan Hentschke and GD Kirsty Coles. Hamely Bridge did a reshuffle of positions in the centre court and fought hard from the outset in the second quarter. However, Two Wells kept turning around Hamley’s centre passes and pushed further ahead. Two Wells kept the same positions to start the second half of the game. Hamley did another minor reshuffle and kept the pressure up throughout. Hamley’s C Donna Slok played consistently well. Tamie Dinham GD for Two Wells had possession in Hamley’s goal third often and was vital in turning over the ball to the reds. Two Wells finished the game with the same seven players. Hamley again reshuffled seeing Kirsty Coles for Hamley usually a defender, score early on as GS. Excellent shooting for Two Wells by Rhiannon Morrison. Two Wells played well to win by a large amount. However, the score doesn’t reflect the consistent defense and effort by Hamley to make

Two Wells fight until the end of the game.

Two Wells 15 lost to Hamley Bridge 40. Both sides came out fresh legged and fast. Two Wells Renee Camelon turned over many balls. Hamley Bridge shooters Jessica and Amy gelled well and shot accuratly. Two Wells didn’t give up in the second quarter and worked really hard with Two Wells Kimberly Smith and Chelsea Daly working brilliantly together. Their tireless effort couldn’t stop Hamley’s strong passing and play. Hamley Bridge’s Brittany had fantastic intercepts. It was a more even contest in the third quarter with both sides working very hard and not giving in. A great quarter by both teams. Both sides worked really hard in the final quarter, but Hamley were just too strong for Two Wells and brought the game home.

ABOVE: Nicole Hardy stretches to grab the ball in A1. RIGHT: Amber Rogers catches the ball in the ring over Jamie-Lee Fitzgerald, Two Wells.

Two Wells 28 lost to Hamley Bridge 32. Two Wells Jacinta Deplee GA shot well and Kelsea Wedding also drove well into the circle. In the second quarter there was good work in the circle at both ends. The game was tight with Hamley closing the gap to have even scores at half time. Good pressure down the court from both teams in the third kept the game close. Molly Wilson, Two Wells did well in WD, as did Hamley GD Hannah Langtry. Excellent effort by both teams with Hamley Bridge shooting and rebounding well enough to take the game.

PHOTOS: LISA REDPATH both teams, unsettling the Two Wells goalies at first, but once all got comfortable, the movement up and down the court improved. Some lovely play by Hamley’s Madeleine Lamont, Michaela Burns and Taylah Cales. Terrific defence by Two Wells Stephanie Dedes WD, Tayla Southwell GD and GK Holly Bates. After half time Two Wells’ confidence grew with some great centre court efforts finished off well by better movement in the goal ring by GS Sarah Fabric and GA Kimberley Sellars also moving well around the court. The fourth quarter commenced with great determination by both teams. Two Wells C Stephanie Seres produced some lovely passes while Hamley’s Jamie Doolan and Debra Lambert showed great enthusiasm.

Two Wells 22 def Hamley Bridge 1. Two Wells started the game well with terrific passing from C Caitlin Musolino and WA Amy Spoolder enabling goalies GS Jade Murphy and GA Brooke Humphrys many successful goal shots. Hamley’s defence Hayley Frick GK, Krystal Hewitt GD and Anna Scholz WD did well under pressure. Changes were made to

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APNA netty star Name: Jessica Walker Nickname: Sicka Date of Birth: 06/08/87 Height: 165cm Team: Two Wells A5 Position: WA Who is the most damaging player (on or off court) in your club? Bronte Hewett Who is your club’s hardest worker (on or off court) in your club? Stacey Gameau Highlight of netball career: This is my first year playing since juniors What’s your number one passion outside netball? Motorbike riding

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would it be? Bruce Wayne What is the last book you read? The Host If you won $20 million in the lottery, what would you do with the money? Travel If you were a car, what kind would you be? Mini Cooper If there was a front page headline written about you, what would it say? “Girl breaks record for eating the most cheezels” If you could take any person on your next netball trip, who would it be? Fuzzy What is the best item in your fridge? Cheese

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A1 GRADE Hummocks............. 10.....53.65 Hamley Bridge........ 8.......54.75 Balaklava................... 8....... 52.62 Mallala....................... 6........51.36 Two Wells................. 4.......50.86 Virginia...................... 4........47.71 Long Plains.............. 0....... 36.74 A2 GRADE Two Wells................ 12.....63.33 Hummocks............. 10.....58.99 Balaklava................... 8.......53.79 Long Plains.............. 6.......45.69 Mallala....................... 2....... 40.12 Hamley Bridge........ 2....... 26.17 A3 GRADE Balaklava.................. 10.....60.73 Virginia..................... 10.....58.62 Hummocks.............. 8.......58.42 Two Wells................. 6........51.74 Long Plains.............. 4.......46.95 Mallala....................... 2.......38.42 Hamley Bridge........ 0.......30.00 A4 GRADE Hummocks............. 12.....65.56 Two Wells................ 10..... 62.61 Long Plains.............. 8.......55.58 Balaklava................... 6....... 57.95 Hamley Bridge........ 2.......44.03 Mallala....................... 2.......34.95 Virginia...................... 0.......18.98

A5 GRADE Two Wells................ 12.....63.97 Balaklava................... 8....... 49.31 Hummocks.............. 6.......45.45 Mallala....................... 4.......48.19 Hamley Bridge........ 4.......46.55 Long Plains.............. 4....... 42.76 B GRADE Long Plains............. 12.....59.68 Hummocks.............. 8.......52.90 Mallala....................... 6.......56.49 Balaklava................... 6.......50.88 Two Wells................. 6.......50.53 Hamley Bridge........ 2.......24.64 C1 GRADE Balaklava.................. 10.....73.68 Hamley Bridge........ 8....... 62.57 Mallala....................... 8....... 57.58 Hummocks.............. 8....... 56.12 Two Wells................. 4........21.18 Long Plains.............. 2....... 20.12 C2 GRADE Hummocks............. 12.....84.66 Hamley Bridge........ 8.......60.56 Balaklava................... 8....... 52.07 Virginia...................... 6.......50.29 Two Wells................. 4........51.21 Long Plains.............. 2....... 18.72 Mallala....................... 0........27.21

Results of Adelaide Plains Netball Association matches played on Saturday A1: Two Wells 50 (Stephanie Walker) d Hamley Bridge 48 (Amber Rogers). Hummocks 49 (Beth Germein) d Balaklava 40 (Carly Gregor). Virginia 60 (Wendy Salter) d Long Plains 49 (Fiona Opitz). A2: Two Wells 58 (Sandee Gollagher) d Hamley Bridge 27 (Vanessa McLaughlin). Hummocks 40 (Holly Cowan) d Balaklava 28 (Kerrie Bell). A3: Two Wells 63 (Amanda McHugh) d Hamley Bridge 32 (Stacey Bell). Virginia 58 (Tracey Agius) d Long Plains 33 (Geana McLeary). Balaklava 51 (Michelle Veitch) d Hummocks 41 (Abbi Phillips). A4: Two Wells 48 (Megan Hatch) d Hamley Bridge 34 (Kelly Buckby). Long Plains 59 (Carissa Daniel) d Virginia 14 (Rebekka Barons). Hummocks 45 (Rebecca Dixon) d Balaklava 38 (Clare Haynes). A5: Two Wells 40 (Jamie Dinham) d Hamley Bridge 17 (Kristy Coles). Hummocks 41 (Jessica Rapko) d Balaklava 30 (Shelley Lamond). B: Two Wells 41 (Maddy Seccafien) d Hamley Bridge 16 (Katherine Tutty). Hummocks 32 (Jessica Hoepner) d Balaklava 27 (Tenayah Renshaw). C1: Hamley Bridge 40 (Brittany Durdin) d Two Wells 15 (Tayla Oakley). Hummocks 32 (Merridy Nicholls) d Balaklava 26 (Ciara Guy). C2: Hamley Bridge 32 (Kelsy Wedding) d Two Wells 28 (Alanna Williams). Hummocks 26 (Taylor Williams) d Balaklava 6 (Sarah Heaslip). Virginia 28 (Hayley Moore) d Long Plains 4 (Emily Munzer).

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SPORT v District

AP N A re p o r t s :

Hummocks show Balak why they’re top A1

Hummocks 49 def Balaklava 40. It was a tough, hard, fast start to the game by both teams. Lisa Britza had some great intercepts. The goalies at both ends started to miss and the rebounders had to work hard. Good rebounding by Sophie van Kleef. Hummocks started really well in the second quarter, working the ball well into their goalies. Defensive pressure down the court by both teams caused turnovers. Good feeding into goalies by Carly Gregor captalising on Cassie Powell. Balaklava worked well in attack to win the quarter by two. Great feeding by Erin Brundell and Beth Germein into the Hummocks goalies in the third. Good defence by Michelle Williams with some lovely intercepts. Lovely shooting by Cassie Powell. Hummocks goalies also had good shooting with a lovely long bomb after the whistle by Bonnie Nicholls. In the fourth Hummocks Claire Schultz had some good rebounds. With goalies missing at both ends, the mid court was working overtime. Beth Germein caused some lovely blocked passes. Lauren Michael had some great intercepts and Bonnie Nicholls shot well towards the end of the quarter. It was a very tight game and a hard fought tussel.

Hummocks 40 def Balaklava 28. Balaklava won the toss and converted their first goal through GS Sally Arbon. A spectacular intercept by Hummocks GD Lucy Forrest saw her team with their first goal. Play settled and both teams scored well. Both teams defense players capitalised on missed shots with rebounds, so play went back and fourth some what. Balakava goalies Sally Arbon and Kate Cmrlec were forced to work hard, under pressure by an excellent Hummocks defense. However, their shooting was very accurate. Hummocks GS Bridget Guthberg provided lots of options and shot very well. Hummocks C Tegan Beinkie and Balaklava C Lauren Michael had a good tussle and both offered drive for their teams. Hummocks GK Holly Cowan started the thrid quarter well with some clean intercepts. Balaklava GD Louise Read provided good drive through to the mid court opening up play. There was some unsettled play allowing both teams to pick up loose balls. Hummocks improved their lead. Bidget Guthberg GS produced excellent accuracy which boosted her team. Balaklava made changes in the fourth quarter bringing Cherie Wilmer into GS and Sally Arbon out to WA. Sally picked up a good intercept to turnover Hummocks centre pass allowing Balaklava to score the first goal. Hummocks settled and all players contributed with very consistant play. A relatively even quarter to finish, but Hummocks outplayed an enthusiastic Balaklava side.

Hummocks 41 lost to Balaklava 51. It was a positive start by Hummocks and some great early intercepts by Jess Angel. Hummocks took the early lead. Balaklava settled after some early erratic passing to work back into the game. There was great defensive pressure by both teams. Tam Auricht for Balaklava made some

Hockey Clare and Districts

Under 14: Donnybrook 1 defeated Springstown 0. Goal: Kari Thomas. Best: Don - Fletcher Thomas, Lachlan McLean,William Pearson. Spr - Tom Forrest, Johanna Dutschke, James Forrest. Burra 1 defeated Balaklava 0. Goal: Neil Maxted. Best: Bur – Neil Maxted, Peter Cornwell, Sam Haddow. Bal - Natasha Greenshields,Brock Hamann, Riley Chapman. Under 17: Springstown 2 defeated Balaklava 1. Goals: Spr - Brianna Cheetham, Tom Forrest. Bal - Ben Shepherd. Best: Spr - Luke Burge, Matthew Forrest, Tom Forrest. Bal - Sarah Tiller, Tim Heslop, Samuel Tiller. Burra 1 drew with Wendouree 1. Goals: Bur - Neil Maxted. Wen - Adam Taylor. Best: Bur - Neil Maxted, Aaron Desmet, Jackson Weiss. Wen - Adam Busch, Josh Nourse, Adele Edwards. Women: Balaklava 2 defeated Donnybrook 0. Goals: Roweena Tiller, Tamara Gates. Best - Bal: Fiona Tiller, Tamara Gates, Tegan McPharlin. Don - Annie Willson, Eleanor Burford, Belinda McLean. Men: Springstown 3 defeated Balaklava 2. Goals: Spr - Derek Upton 2, Matthew Forrest. Bal - Trent Stewart 2. Best: Spr - Rob Campbell, Derek Upton, Zoe Yeatman. Bal - Raf Battistessa, Josh March, Samuel Tiller. Riverton 5 defeated Burra 0. Goals:

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great intercepts in the last five minutes of the quarter. It was an even start to the second quarter. Both teams traded goal for goal. Hummocks WD Brianna Stubing turned the ball several times. Hummocks Tamm Nicholls and Balaklava Tam Auricht had a great tussle in the respective positions of GS and GK. Michelle Veitch worked hard in C for Balaklava. Balaklava started the third with four quick goals with some great shooting by Tania Robertson. Hummocks looked flat footed allowing Balaklava to keep turing the ball. Hummocks struggled with their shooting while Balaklava kept finding the net at the other end. Tam Auricht was again brilliant for Balaklava. Balaklava was right in the game again going into the last quarter. Hummocks made a lot of position changes in the last quarter to endeavor to find some fresh legs. Tania Robertson continued on with some great shooting. Balaklava looked the fresher side in the warm conditions and kept piling on the goals. Great team effort by Balaklava. Hummocks girls have some work to do if they want to be final contenders come September. Balaklava too strong - a great determined win.

Hummocks 45 def Balaklava 38. Hummocks shot the first goal. Balaklava replied shooting the second goal. Both teams had good strong passes. Hummocks had great defense. Hummocks started the second quarter with the first goal. Both teams got in front very well and had strong passes. In the third quarter both teams had great defense and good passes. Hummocks got in front and had a lot of turn overs. In the fourth quarter Hummocks and Balakalva teams were working well together. There were a few toss ups with Hummocks coming on top with them all. Good game by both teams.

Hummocks 41 def Balaklava 30. It was an even start with both teams being quite physical. Hummocks GS Jasmyn Smith shot very well and GA Jessica Rapko passed well. In the second quarter Hummocks started well shooting the first two goals. Balaklava were quick to catch up with strong work in the goal circle by Rebecca Allen and Kelly Zanker. Hummocks CAlison Daniel and WD Emily Lane-Watson worked well together. Both teams came out strong making it an even start to the third. Hummocks made the most of each turnover. GK Kimberley Hoepner rebounded well and the centre players passed strongly into Hummocks goalies. Balaklava C Shelley Lammond worked hard. Balaklava came out very strong shooting the first four goals. They continued to work well getting within four goals. Hummocks regrouped with Katrina Holland stepping up in GD. Hummocks finished the game well.

Hummocks 27 lost to Balaklava 32. The match started out goal for goal and continued througout the quarter. Goalies were strong at both ends with some great passages of play from one

end of the court to the other. Strong shooting by Balaklava goalies saw Balaklava stretch the lead by 3 goals in the beginning of the second quarter. At the other end of the court Hummocks had precise feeding into their goal rings which saw Hummocks fight back. A lot of the ball play was Tenneal White in the mid court as the ball ping ponged between the end thirds. Another strong quarter in Balaklava’s goal third with high percentages. The fourth quarter was consistent and good quality which came down to the performance in the goal circle. Good sportsmanship between rivals saw a high standard B grade game. Ovearall it was a close and competitive game which was extremely strong in the goal circles at both ends.

Hummocks 32 def Balaklava 26. Balaklava started strong with great defence by S Faehrmann. Hummocks kept up with Balaklava. In the second quarter Balaklava started strong again with some good turn overs. Balaklava’s GA Ciara Guy did not miss any. Hummocks came out hard in the third quarter with a few changes. T Williams was

off the bench into WD and it was the change Hummocks needed. All girls played well in this quarter to gain the lead. Hummocks started strong this quarter with all players playing well. Balaklava was still trying hard, but Hummocks was just a bit stronger and held on to the lead withAshliegh William scoring 9 straight goals. Both teams played well and it was a hard game to watch.

Hummocks 26 def Balakava 6, Balaklava won the toss but Hummocks turned the ball over and scored. Balaklava moved the ball through the centre nicely but Hummocks GD Sky Wolf and GK Katrina Price were too strong. Tayla Williams was all over the court, setting up some lovely play. Balaklava C Kirrilly White worked hard and passed nicely into goalies GA Sarah Heaslip and GS Alyssa Allen. Hummocks passing improved this quarter. The ball travelled from defence Amelia Cicolella to WA Haylee Studham, onto Hummocks goalies, Alana Budgen and Mikaela Lane-Watson who capitalised. At half time, Hummocks was up 16-3. Both teams made changes in the third quarter but Hummocks remained strong. Balaklava’s GD Blessing Nyoni did a good

job and C Tayla McBride tried hard. Hummocks WD Sarah Nipperess helped bring the ball down the court. In the fourth quarter Hummocks took control from the start. GS Katrina Price shot the first goal of the quarter. All players played well.

The first quarter saw very tight defense from Balaklava all over the court. The quarter was dominated by the Balaklava girls. Lacee McPharlin and Lori Allen worked well in attack for Balaklava. For Hummocks Zoe Veitch and Kiara Budgen in defence worked hard. The second quarter was tighter with both teams playing well. Maddison Bond for Balaklava in C showed good skills as did Chloe Hoepner for Hummocks. Both teams made many changes at half time. During this quarter there were many smooth passages of play. Hummocks GA Kiara Budgen shot well. The final quarter saw Hummocks defenders Choe Hean and Aurora Sach play well. Bryana Budgen worked well for Hummocks in C. Brittany Berry fought hard in WA. Balaklava girls were stronger on the day. Both teams were picked up for stepping throughout the match showing this needs work.

Ladies golf day a success A successful open day was held at the Balaklava Golf Course on last Friday, with a field of 39 players. The course was in magnificent condition – thanks to the volunteer ground staff. A grade championship winner: S Keylock of Gawler with a score of 81. Runner-up was PAnderson of Balaklava with 88. A grade handicap winner was R.Cullen of Burra with a nett 72 on a countback from N Taylor, Balaklava. B grade championship: M.Williams, Barmera 95, runner-up C Molloy, Kapunda 96. A grade handicap winner was J Jellett from Mount Osmond, on a countback from M Dunn, Gawler with a nett 75. C grade played a Stableford competition and in first place was J Taylor of Balaklava with 43 pts. Second place went to C Burdett of Gawler with 41 pts, third to L Michael of Balaklava with 35 pts and fourth to C Hahesy, Balaklava, 34 pts. A grade long drive: S Keylock, Gawler. B grade long drive: M Williams, Barmera. C grade long drive: G Edwards, Balaklava. A grade nearest the pin was won by P Skinner of Clare. B grade couldn’t produce a winner and L Michael, Balaklava won the C grade (with a birdie). Veteran winner was R Cullen of Burra. Sponsors were L’Oreal, C Howard, Foodland Balaklava, Landmark, Butterfield Agencies and D and N Taylor.

WINNERS, from left: B grade Champion Meridith Williams of Barmera, A grade Champion Susan Keylock of Gawler and C grade Champion Jill Taylor or Balaklava.

‘Through the ages’ fashion parade at ladies luncheon

Tristan Chapman 2, Courtney Nourse, Holly Oakley, Jonathan Venning. Best: Riv - Kelvin Tiller, Daniel Bowden, Josh Nourse. Bur - Darren Sweet, Danny Smith, Colin Ball. This week’s matches are at Clare.

Tennis Winter Ladies Tennis

The rain fizzled out and the ladies played in overcast but mild conditions. Valerie Carling handed over number one spot to Di Taylor, filling in for the Koalas but went down to Pauline Hill’s Pandas fresh from the bye, 4-33 to 2-20. Pauline had Di’s measure winning all three sets. Kevyna Gardner and Valerie had to show their frilly knickers against Glenda Shepherd and Kim Eime, filling in for the absent Heidi who was suddenly on the sick list. Rae Winen and Di Meaney had a great hit against each other with two 6-4’s and a tie-break. They certainly needed a nanna nap after that effort. The other match saw top two sides, Helen Barry’s Polars have a good win over Lorraine Jenner’s Teddies, 5-34 to 1-21. Kerrie Bell came back to play some beautiful ballerina net shots. Colleen Allen and Lorraine had communication troubles in their match against Helen and Kerry Williams, getting caught by that ‘down the middle’ shot. Well done to Helen Durdin and Kerrie B for winning the Teddies’ only set against Roanne Georg and Chris Simon.

Balaklava Ladies Golf Club held a successful lucheon on Tuesday May 4, with 120 guests enjoying a three course meal and a fashion parade of clothes through the ages, organised by local, Jill Ackland. Pictured wearing some of the outfits are, from left: Cathy Redpath, Genni Edwards, Joan Wood, John Michael, Rosemary Jenkins, Carol Parkin, Sarah Tiller, Kelly Baker, Jeane Rix and Brian Kemp. Plains Producer, Wednesday May 26, 2010

SPORT v District

Golf Balaklava lades

Seventeen players contested the second Stableford and Veteran’s Trophy event last Thursday. Joan Anderson with 36 pts was the winner in A grade, followed by Norma Taylor with 35 pts. Patricia Anderson came in with 34 pts and Rose Jenkin scored 32 pts. B grade saw Tania Matz win with 39, Gill Ackland close with 38. Faye Williams was next on 25 and Joy Veitch and Moya Hayes both had 24, followed by Colleen Howard and Cherie Taylor on 23. C grade also produced some high scores - Josie Thompson topping the list on 38 and Jill Taylor next with 35. Louise Michael and Chris Hahesy both scored 31, Genni Edwards 19 and Tania Allen 17. Veteran winner: Joan Anderson. Producer Points - Tania Matz 5, Gill Ackland 4, Josie Thompson 3, Joan Anderson 2, Jill Taylor 1. Next week is second stroke round and Club Medal. Starters Colleen Howard and Rose Jenkin. “Golf is not a funeral, although both can be very sad affairs.” - Bernard Darwin, columnist.

Balaklava Men

Thirty-two members strove to win the Mid North Tyres Trophy. Paul Thompson nailed it, with the day’s best score of 39 points, a magnificent effort. Round two of the President’s Trophy saw Bills Lokan and Parkin hammer away at each other over 20 holes, before Bill Parkin prevailed. It was also round two of the Captain’s Trophy, Wayne Nagle counter-sinking Robert Hart 3/2. In A grade, Tate Michael bested his masters with 38 points, Wayne Nagle (38) on a count back and two rungs clear of “Rotten Ron” Butterworth (37). W. Lokan (36), I. Michael (36), R. Hart (35), W. Parkin (35), C. Michael (34) G. Spence (28) and D. Taylor (25). In B grade, brother Dennis Goudie (38) was appointed leading hand, with brother Greg Anderson (36) and brother Dean Robinson (35) completing the triumvirate. Remaining were brothers W. Berry (33), B. Thompson (31), B. Michael (30), D. Addison (29), D. Trickett (29), G. Toms (26) and C. Temby (22). In C grade, Paul Thompson (39) se-

cured the most votes, with comrades Mike Hahesy (36) and Ben Michael (36) settling second and third highest respectively on a count back. Those votes were cast by comrades M. Bell (35), J. Wilson (32), A. Henstridge (29), D. MIchael (20), J. Michael (DNF) and I. Jenkin. Ethan Allen scored nine junior points, while Louise Michael won a nice new golf ball for her 39 points. Rosemary Jenkin kept shtum about the final numbers. Birdies – Callum Michael (3rd), Ron Butterworth (3rd), Dennis Goudie (8th), Robert Hart (10th) and Ron again at the 10th. NTPs: Geoff Spence (3rd), Dennis Goudie (8th), while “Rotten Ron” pigged out at both the 10th and 15th. The Westward Ho crowd took us on last Sunday, creating a field of around 50 – and this year we won, so there. This week we have a stroke round for the Balaklava Electronics Trophy and your starters will be big Barry Michael and one Kym McPharlin.

39, Dave Russell, John Mitchell 38, Leigh Durdin 37, Barry Schwartz 35, Wim Van Pelt 34, Roger Hahn 33, Len Usher 31. B grade: George Dahlitz, Ron Smith 41, Colin Doudle, Neville Durdin 39, Barry Zerna, Rex Mortimer 38, Anton Noack 37, Shirley Noble 35, Ian Ferguson 32, Warren Isgar 31. C grade: Max Grasby 44, Ian Rohde 43, Roen Cameron 38, Wally Jackson 37, Ross Hienze, Bob Spriggs 35, Doug Cooper 34, Rowland Pawlak, Errol Branson 33, Dennis Nation 32. NTPs: Barry Schwartz 4th, Bert Pearce 9th, Neville Durdin 14th. Birdies John Mitchell 11th, Ron Smith 17th, (Caddyshack) Neville Durdin 14th, Rex Mortimer 7th, Dave Russell, Ian Rohde 9th, Roger Hahn 5th, Leigh Durdin 3rd, (Argoweld). The Match Cup semi finals were also played on Saturday, Bob Hinderwell had to go to the 20th hole to defeat Keith Kluske and Tony Jones won Against Steve Howe 2 and 1.

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Competition: Stableford – Presidents Trophy Rd 1. Sponsor: Ian Gameau – Master Plumber. Players: 44. The new works are developing well with most mounds ready to be brought back into play and the GUR’s removed. Scott Abbott’s 43 pts enough to win A grade narrowly on a count back from Scott Francis, who edged out Ian Clark on a count back both on 42. B grade again dominated by Yogi with 47 and members requesting Bobby Hogg use him on the course all week to slow him down some! Spacky also in the mix with a solid performance of 45 which will need to be reviewed with calls for his mid week games to be checked! The captain’s solid 42 to take the bronze. C grade was a surprise with Jamie Gibson’s 48 pts breezed in with Steve Sando’s 43 narrowly defeating the Marshall from Dodge City Ian Telpher both on 43 on a count back. Julie Baker returned a solid 45 to narrowly beat Elaine Grigg on 44 and Vicki Wilson on 28, who struggled with constant stirring from partner Keith Alexander. The match play first round is now completed with some good matches in the second round to present some challenges for those pairings. Well done to Bobby Hogg, John Ball, Brian Prior, Shorty Paul, Leon Zbierski, Jeff Spackman and Scott Francis for the work around the course; Dennis Hart’s work in tree planting and the watering of the new

Results from May 19. Dean Trickett 41, Jerry Toms 40, Bill Berry 39, Rick Campbell 34, Dennis Goudie 33, Doug Taylor 33, Greg Sonntag 33, John Michael 32, Don Anderson 31. Birdies: Dean Trickett No 13, Bill Berry No 17.

Hamley Bridge

Thirty-two players competed in Thursday’s stableford competition, with Ross Hienz winning the day with 42 pts from Roen Cameron (cb), Ian Ferguson and Adam Mitchell 41, Ron Collins 40, Warren Isgar, Bob Spriggs and George Dahlitz 39 - all of whom were prize winners. Other scores: Errol Branson 36, Anton Noack 35, Dennis Hawke, Ron Smith, Max Grasby, John Riley, John Bell, Cliff Applebee, Ian Darwin and Dennis Nation 34, Doug Cooper, Ed Manning, Tony Jones and Lance Hatcher 33, Rex Mortimer 32, Wally Jackson, Colin Doudle and Barry Zerna 31, Kieth Kluske, Dave Russell and Brian Cooper 30, Len Usher and Bob Hillier 29, and rear guard Roger Hahn with 26. NTP: Warren Isgar. Birdies Bob Hillier, Ross Hienze, Len Usher third Anton Noack first Adam Mitchell ninth and Ian Ferguson 17th. It seems that to be a winner in Saturdays stableford competition you had to be over 80, Max Grasby winning the day with 44pts followed by Ian Rohde 43. A grade: Bert Pearce (cb) John Bell

shrubs is also a worthy mention. To those who I have missed, apologies – your efforts are well noticed by all. Results A grade: S. Abbott 43, S. Francis 43, I. Clark 42, V. Hatch 41, B. Hogg 41, B. Paul 40, L. Grafton 40, J. Ball 39, St. Grigg 39I. Smith 38, Si. Grigg 38, C. Doudle 36, A. Bail 35, R. Thompson 34, G. Payne 34. B Grade: Y. Frencken 47, J. Spackman 45, P. Shields 42, J. Bowden 40, T. Clifton 40, A. Gameau 38, J. Weir 36, L. Zbierski 35, S. Loftus 27 C Grade: J. Gibson 48, S. Sando 43, I. Telpher 43, A. Baker 42, J. Boon 40, H. Linford 41, M. Frost 40, R. Prior 39, J. Harrison 37, C. Weller 37, K. Alexander 33, M. Dimasi, Ladies: J. Baker 45, E. Grigg 44, V. Wilson 28. Match Play Result: Adam Bail defeated Andrew Gameau 2/1. Long Drives: A: L. Grafton, B: L. Zbierski, C: J. Gibson. Ladies: J. Baker. NTP’s :) 1) B. Goss, 2) M. Frost, 6) J. Spackman, 11) L. Grafton, 12) V. Hatch, 15) J. Bowden. Birdies: 1) J. Ball, C. Doudle, B. Goss. 7) S. Francis, R. Thompson, J. Gibson, C. Welller. 15) L. Grafton, 18) S.Sando. Pro’s Approach: S. Abbott. NAGA: S. Loftus. Meat Trays: I. Clark, V. Wilson, J. Bowden, V. Hatch and I. Telpher. Members Draw: S. Sando Bring a friend next week. If you have any stories, pass them on. Next week: Stroke – Eclectic – Putting Comp – Bob Oxlade Memorial Trophy. – Paul Shields, Captain

two wells ladies

The second round of the Laurel Wreath was played last Tuesday. Results: Judi Frost defeated Kathleen Stubing 3/2 and Tine Perry defeated Jenny Rowe 4/3. The winner of the secret holes was Helen Johnson. Long drive winner: Helen Johnson 8.

Shooting clay target association

Results from May 23. 30 Target Club Continental Championship: A and O/All: G Gilbert 28/30, B: T O’Connor 27/30, C: R Nutt 22/30. 20 Pair Double Rise: A: G Gilbert 28/40, B & O/All: A Goodridge 34/40, C: J Gilbert 22/40.

20 Pair Deauville Doubles: 1st: A Goodridge & M Chegwidden 20/20, 2nd: G Gilbert & J Gilbert 19/20, 3rd: T O’Connor & A Zupanic 16/20. Next shoot Monday June 14.

Adelaide plains rifle

Results from May 22. Cyclists & Torrens Valley. A Grade: P Bradshaw 98.14, B Grade: P Finch 96.11, Sighters: P Bradshaw 20.2. Handicap results: G Apthomas 48.2, 46.2 (8) 100, P Finch 47.4, 49.7 (5) 100, P Bradshaw 49.8, 49.6 (2) 100, J Pinyon 48.2, 41 (6) 95, F Pinyon 44.2, 47.2 (4) 95, M Whittle 47.1, 47.3 (V) 94.4. Phoenix. A Grade: J Samuel 98.10, B Grade: D Clarke 97.8, Sighters: D Clarke 20.2. Handicap results: D Clarke 49.5, 48.3 (21) 126, J Samuel 48.4, 50.6 (17) 125, C George 48.6, 49.3 (17) 123, G Henderson 48.1, 47.5 (22) 123, D Logos 47.1, 49.4 (19) 120, M Challen 42.4, 47.3 (18) 114. Cyclists & Torrens Valley F Class. F Standard: H Bradshaw 108, Sighters: H Bradshaw. Handicap results: H Bradshaw 54, 54 (18) 120, M Williams 49, 50 (14) 113. Phoenix F Class. F Standard: D Barnard 115, Sighters: D Barnard 22. Handicap results: D Barnard 56, 59 (14) 129, E Kanik 53, 55 (17) 125, J Close 54, 53 (13) 120, L Scroop 48, 54 (17) 119, S Cowie 55, 56 (7) 118, K Neale 52, 52 (14) 118, D Challen 58, 57 (V) 115, M Couzner 36, 44 (V) 80. Light River. A Grade: B Wrightson 99.7, G Buddle 95.8, Sighters: D Spillman 20.1. Handicap results: R Spillman 49.4, 50.5 (13) 120, B Wrightson 49.3, 50.6 (12) 120, G Buddle 46.2, 49.6 (17) 120, G Mincham 48.6, 50.6 (9) 119, G Simpson 48.2, 49.4 (15) 118, T James 46.2, 46.4 (20) 118, P Bothwell 43, 48.3 (20) 114, G Lewis 45.1, 49.4 (14) 113. Postal & Railways. A Grade: R Cunningham 99.12, B Grade: W Phillips 81.2, C Grade: A McFarlane 89.6, Sighters: R Cunningham 19.1. Handicap results: R Cunningham 49.5, 50.7 (2) 100, V Synusas 47.2, 48.6 (4) 99, A McFarlane 45.2, 44.4 (6) 95, I Mackintosh 44.1, 45 (6) 95, W Phillips 40.1, 41.1 (13) 94, S Giles 41.2, 43.1 (7) 91, A Bushell 37.2, 40.2 (13) 90, M Bethune 37.1, 40.1 (13) 90, M Spendelove 35, 39.1 (12) 89, P Bissett 46.1, 45.2 (V) 91, B Taylor 40.1, 42.0 (V) 82.

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Taking the fight to dreaded ‘silverleaf’ Farmers are being invited to have their say on a plan to manage the devastating agricultural weed silverleaf nightshade in South Australia. The draft management plan for Silverleaf Nightshade (Solanum elaeagnifolium) in South Australia has been released for community consultation today by the Department of Water, Land and Biodiversity Conservation (DWLBC). The draft Plan details an overarching strategy to manage silverleaf nightshade in

South Australia and minimise impacts on crop production. Silverleaf nightshade is considered one of Australia’s worst broadacre crop weeds, infesting about 60,000 hectares of agricultural land in South Australia. It originates from America and was first recorded in Australia in 1914, with populations now scattered across southern Australia, apart from Tasmania. “Silverleaf nightshade is often mistaken for the harmless native

species of nightshade, however this weed’s deep roots allow it to establish in prime agricultural land and compete with broadacre crops where it can have a devastating impact on yields,” said DWLBC NRM biosecurity manager, Dr John Virtue. “Many farmers are doing their bit to prevent the spread of silverleaf nightshade by keeping their equipment clean and carefully managing livestock which may carry weed seeds, however when it is established

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