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ART n THIS clearly is a “work of art” from two people with very different talents. Balco Art Prize winner, Susan Longbottom, of Minlaton – pictured here with judge Dieter Engler – took out the top prize of $2000 at Balaklava’s Courthouse Gallery last Sunday for her painting, “Dressing Up” shown on the gallery wall above her. For Balaklava football club’s strongman, Hayden Walker, it was impeccable sporting artistry on display when he played for Central in the SANFL country football championships at Berri on the weekend. Hayden, shown here working through traffic against Eastern, was one of five APFL players in the Central zone team, which didn’t lose a game – but didn’t win the title! Read all about the performances of APFL and NEFL’s star footballers in SPORT. Incidentally, that’s Balaklava’s Valerie Vietch peering down over Dieter’s shoulder in a self portrait, which also won a prize. • Balco Art Prize details, Page 2.

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Aussie kids inspire prized art Judge battles to select from quality field

An acrylic painting resembling a typical Australian back yard setting by Susan Longbottom of Minlaton was awarded overall winner of the Balco Balaklava Art Prize on Sunday at the Courthouse Gallery. Judge Dieter Engler described the winning entry as a very ordinary suburban or rural house back yard with another quality beyond it. He said it was an image every Australian could relate to. About 50 people were present to hear Mr Engler’s in depth comments about each winning entry in 10 categories. Gallery curator Jo May said the day was a success, especially with this year’s 30 per cent increase in entries. “We were really pleased with the day and delighted that many of the artists were present to hear Dieter’s valuable comments,” Mrs May said.

Other winners:

Rachel Fritz for ‘Tumbleweed’ in Most Outstanding 3 dimensional prize sponsored by Balaklava Chem-Plus. Valerie Veitch for ‘ A penny for my Thoughts’ in Most Outstanding Portraiture Prize, making it Valerie’s second win in this category, sponsored by Dr Robert Bickmore and Ms Inta Depers. Liam Klenner took out both Most Outstanding Photography prize, sponsored by Grandeur Press and Senior Student Art Prize by a secondary school student, sponsored by Helen Durdin and Warehouse matrix, for his work ‘Single Essence’. Most Outstanding pastel prize sponsored by Margaret Baker was awarded to Glenys Christopher for ‘Pastel Pines’. Equal winners Natalie Lewcock and Kate Ahlfors were awarded the Novice art prize for Natalie’s ‘Memoirs de Jarden’ and Kate’s ‘Roller Disco Baby’, sponsored by Balakalva SWAP shop and Warehouse Matrix. Country Life/Landscape art prize, sponsored by Dr Brenton Clarke went to Gerald Moore for ‘Morgan Cottages’. Wakefield Regional Council art prize for most creative entry went to Jo Edward-Cole for ‘Spring After Fire.’ There were no entries for the primary school junior encouragement award. Mr Engler said the overall standard of the exhibition was strong. “Lots of works spoke to me,” he said. He also said it was a close competition, as he had to make a hard decision between four entries for the top spot.

RACHEL Fritz, of Hamley Bridge, displays her winning entry “Tumbleweed” which took out the “Most Outstanding Three Dimensional” prize. Rachel said, the wood and grass forming the sculpture comes from an area which held “special significance” in her life. – PICTURES: Lisa Redpath.

WESTMINSTER school art teacher and former Mallala resident, Natalie Secomb, representing Westminster student Liam Klenner, who won both “most outstanding photography” prize and “senior student” art prize with that award’s donor, Helen Durdin. His work, “Single Essence” shows at rear, near Natalie.

BERIS Barr (left) and Margaret Baker with Kathleen Howard’s colourful “Faith, A Journey,” made from leftover craft pieces.

More questions on Port Wakefield Issues surrounding Port Wakefield’s community wastewater management scheme (CWMS) have continued to dominate Wakefield Regional Council (WRC) meetings. WRC has been questioned over the alleged possible contamination problem with Port Wakefield’s septic tanks. Residents again rallied in the public gallery at council’s most recent meeting on Wednesday, June 23 to confront council on the latest issue. Council is awaiting a detailed report on Port Wakefield’s CWMS from contracted project management engineering firm, Wallbridge and Gilbert. When contacted by the Plains Producer last Friday, WRC chief executive officer, Phil Barry said the report was expected to be received early this week, and will be featured in the July 28 council agenda for discussion.

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During public question time, Port Wakefield resident, Richard Pain said : “we (residents and ratepayers) are told the Port Wakefield septic tanks are causing an environmental damage. I have seen it written there is a possibility of contamination.” Mr Pain said he had a report about contamination of the old railway yards which abutt the old Port Wakefield river before it was diverted. “The old river is still a catchment area for stormwater,” Mr Pain said. “Surely this is a more serious contamination issue for the underground water table than the current septic systems?” Mr Pain asked council. According to a report by Transport SA in 2002, there was reference to “elevated level of arsenic/lead and copper.” Mr Pain asked if council was seeking for the area to be cleaned to avoid not only possible

contamination to the underground water table but the township of Port Wakefield. John Kipling, another Port Wakefield resident, who has previously expressed his disapproval of a CWMS in the town, again challenged council. “What reports did WRC use to complete the application form when applying to the LGA for the Port Wakefield CWMS?” he asked. Mr Kipling questioned who the government agencies or private consultants were who conducted the testing and prepared reports on the following; allotment sizes, soil testing, topography, climate conditions, ground water table levels, insanitary levels, pump out of septic tanks so the application could be completed. “I believe if there is a health issue, in relation to the current septic tank system, then why weren’t these concerns raised by

council with the Port Wakefield community prior to commencement of the CWMS, so a full understanding of how serious the health issue was?” Mr Kipling asked. In response to Mr Kipling’s question, which was also asked at May’s council meeting – but reworded at last month’s meeting – WRC environment services manager, Elca McCarthy addressed the “potential health risks.” Ms McCarthy said: “The latest priority listing by an LGA advisory committee dated August 24, 2005 has council’s application for Port Wakefield placed in ‘Category A - STEDS urgently required.” “Public health, environmental and other issues surrounding the management of wastewater in these areas need attention as soon as is possible. Hence it was considered, in summary, Port Wakefield has ‘potential health risks’ as assessed by others.” Plains Producer, Wednesday July 7, 2010

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Mid North residents are a step closer to receiving affordable broadband services with all three levels of government providing significant funding, support and time for the Mid North Broadband Project. The network is designed to enter the region through Two Wells, cover the area surrounding Owen and into Balaklava and will extend in across and link in with sites across Auburn, Riverton and the southern parts of the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. Regional Development Australia (RDA) Yorke and Mid North es-

t was her childhood dream to become a librarian; to fill her mind with words and a wealth of knowledge. Now having fulfilled her dream, Kevyna Gardner has, after more than 10 years, retired from her position as librarian at Balaklava Community Library to take up other new and exciting challenges. “I loved the job - it was my childhood dream to become a librarian but now it’s time to take on new roles and challenge myself,” Kevyna said. The 63-year-old Balaklava resident, has also worked as a teacher for Snowtown Area School and most recently, Balaklava High School. In total, she has been a teacher for 30 years. Balaklava Primary School deputy principal, Barbara Rodgers, takes Kevyna’s position as librarian. Kevyna’s new interest and job now lies planted in the soil, ready to blossom. Gardner by name and now ‘gardener’ by profession. Kevyna has taken up work as a gardener with friend, Kath Catford, completing ‘garden make-overs’ around town. Their business, Budget Botanics is already taking off as Kevyna and Kath have already completed four garden revamps; including a garden at Wakefield Plains Medical Clinic and Mill Court. It was when Kevyna was about 40 that her goal of becoming a librarian really started to take shape as she studied externally at the University of South Australia. “I would get the course work and assignments sent to me.” Kevyna studied two subjects a year for three years, learning everything she knows now. “Among the many things I studied, I learnt how to catalogue, I studied children’s literature and collection development,” she said. Her passion for books has even taken her around the world. Kevyna travelled to Canada in 2008 to Prince Edward Island where one of her all-time favourite

tablished a public private partnership with Aussie Broadband to develop a regional broadband network. The technology is based on wireless technology, which allows access to line of sight customers. As construction is finalised for the project, RDA will explore the potential to extend further through the northern parts of the Wakefield Regional Council. The $1.176 million community driven project will have wide community benefits, providing low cost internet plans starting at $19.95 per

month. Aussie Broadband expects to provide services progressively from July and expects to complete network construction in early 2011. The State Government will provide $450,000, while the Broadband Development Fund, overseen by Minister for Science and Information economy, Jack Snelling MP, will contribute $350,000. An additional $100,000 will come from the Regional Project Fund, which is overseen by Minister for Regional Development, Michael O’Brien MP.

Mr O’Brien said the grant to the RDA Yorke and Mid North association would contribute to the high cost of broadband infrastructure across the Mid North. “Affordable and efficient internet access is a vital tool in the development of competitive, sustainable businesses in the 21st century,” Mr O’Brien said. RDA Yorke and Mid North CEO Kelly-Anne Saffin said she was pleased with the developments. “All three levels of government have come on board,” Ms Saffin

said. “We encourage individuals and businesses to utilise this unique opportunity to access affordable high speed broadband in the Mid North,” “The work of Mid North Broadband steering committee in pursuing this project has been crucial in evaluating tenders and negotiating with public and private partners,” she said. More information is available by phoning Aussie Broadband on 1300 880 905 or on the website: www. aussiebroadband.com.au.

Kevyna turns to a new page in life KEVYNA hands the keys to new librarian, Barb Rodgers. FAREWELL from Julie Brice with “this is your library life” on Monday night.

Gardening new passion for our librarian PROFILE authors, the late Lucy Maud Montgomery, was born. Montgomery is best known for her classic, best-selling novel Anne of Green Gables. “The trip to Prince Edward Island was special because it was the 100th anniversary of the publication of Anne of Green Gables which was first published in 1908,” she said. Kevyna’s journey across the world to the birthplace of her favourite author held enormous significance for her, both professionally as a librarian and personally as an avid reader. “It was very moving because I was able to see her grave, I met

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her relations and studied her life while I was there.” Kevyna is a judge at SA National Children’s Book Awards. As a judge, she is required to read 400 children’s books from May this year to January next year. “I’ve read 40 books so far since May,” she said. “The judges then meet for four days in April and decide which six books are short listed out of the four categories, which include: book of the year for older readers, younger readers, early childhood

and picture book of the year.” When asked whether she would consider mixing her to passions together by writing a gardening book, Kevyna has some reservations. “My business partner, Kath is the one with a certificate in horticulture so I don’t know if I have the experience yet to write a gardening book!” “But, yes, I’m happiest when I’m writing so I wouldn’t rule out the idea of writing some sort of book in the future.” Kevyna and business partner, Kath, have already been given their next gardening project at the old tennis courts on Wallace street, near the high school. “There’s no set date when we begin but I think we’ll start planting some time next year and focus on the design this year.” Despite Kevyna’s new-found

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Bus parking issue now needs resolution Balaklava’s community bus service is now assured – but it seems its Thursday parking arrangements are becoming another issue to be resolved. The decision by Wakefield Regional Council to control the bus as of last Wednesday came following Yorke and Lower North Health Services withdrawal from the service. Already forming a strong relationship, council invited Balaklava community bus passengers to a morning tea on Monday to speak about issues and further discuss council’s decision to manage the service. But at council’s regular meeting on Wednesday, June 23, councillors were engaged in heated debate about current parking arrangement for the bus on George street. Some councillors agreed with local business owner, butcher Marc van Kleef, who in the Plains Producer’s June 16 edition

expressed his concern as the bus is parked outside his shop for just two hours every Thursday, leaving the parking space vacant every other day of the week. However, other councillors did not see the trouble in the current arrangement. Central Ward councillor, Avon Hudson, was strongly in favour of keeping the parking space as it is. “It’s no different to disabled parking spaces – they are kept vacant for people with disabilities and sometimes those parks may remain empty during the week too,” councillor Hudson said. “It took 18 months to get the parking space there so people should keep their nose out of it. It’s working well,” he said. Despite councillor Hudson’s views, Eastern Ward councillor, David Lamond, was not in favour. “Council needs to change the present

system,” councillor Lamond said. “The space is locked up all week; it’s ludicrous,” he said. “I have nothing against the bus, but don’t tie up the parking space all week.” WRC chief executive officer, Phil Barry, said the issue was being examined. “The raised issues have been heard and council will look into the issue,” Mr Barry said. Mr van Kleef’s proposal last year to council for a bus zone sign reading ‘Thursday, 9am-11am’ to be erected has not yet been fulfilled. While Mr van Kleef and some councillors remain annoyed, long time resident, passenger and unofficial booking organiser, Dulcie Williams said she was pleased with council’s decision to manage the bus for 12 months. “I think it will be okay and it will work out,” she said.

service timetable No changes have been made to Balaklava community bus timetable, according to Wakefield Regional Council’s (WRC) monthly newsletter. Dates for the next four weeks are: • Monday, July 12 (Balaklava Happy Shoppers) - bus is full • Wednesday, July 14 (Hamley Bridge shoppers) - six seats available • Wednesday, July 28 (Hamley Bridge shoppers) - six seats available. In July’s newsletter, council advises shoppers there are vacant seats on the bus trips to Elizabeth that occur on a regular basis. Seats can be filled by interested people but bookings are essential and can be made by phoning council office.

Business owners see yellow Dublin zones affect trade Dublin business owners are unhappy about District Council of Mallala not yet resolving to remove freshly painted yellow lines in Dublin’s service road, Sixth street. The no parking zones allegedly have significantly reduced car parking for Dublin traders resulting in revenue loss. Traders say the lines, painted on the inside of

Bronte Hewett reports: the new medium strip, have restricted customer car parking by at least 50 per cent for Gerry’s Dublin Meats, Dublin Fruit and Veg, Dublin second hand shop and G & W Motors. They say they now have only about eight car parking spaces to share between them.

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While the Dublin street scape project underwent public consultation, business owners claim they were not aware yellow lines were included in the plans. The area was visited by DCM Manager for Infrastructure and Engineering, John Tillack and CEO, Charles Mansueto, last week, ahead of Monday night’s council meeting, where the issue was discussed. Council resolved a report would be prepared for further discussion at the July 26 meeting. As part of the street scape plan, the median strip was extended in the popular heavy-vehicle stopover town to increase safety by separating the service road from the truck parking area. Mr Mansueto said the lines were a safety measure included in the plan. “The large transport trucks park in the area and need larger areas,” Mr Mansueto said. He said the report to be brought to council’s meeting would clarify the situation and provide

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options for councillors to consider. The lines were painted last Monday, June 30, and Dublin Fruit and Veg proprietor, Michael Dimasi said he had already observed a drop in business. “We get a lot of travellers coming through. I’ve already noticed there are less people stopping,” Mr Dimasi said. “I watch them drive in, look for a park and then drive off again.” Dublin is a transport service hub, with travellers a significant income source.

DCM Dublin ward councillor, Steve Jones, said he hoped the matter could be resolved with a positive outcome for traders. “I don’t want the lines to affect the economic situation of the traders,” said Cr Jones, adding he hoped common sense would prevail. “Traders rely heavily on passing traffic, often this traffic is carrying boats and caravans,” he said. “They do need space.” Trucks carrying houses are known to park on

the outer side of the median strip with the house overhang impeding into space on the inside of the strip, where the yellow line now exists. Geoff Coles, from G & W Motors, said it was also a major blow for his business. “It seems council is looking after transport companies rather than the ratepayers,” Mr Coles said. Being a mechanic, Mr Coles said he regularly had several cars in the garage. “It will mainly affect

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PROBLEM area – from left, Gerry Gramazio, Michael Dimasi and councillor Steve Jones with a traffic island used to separate trucks from Dublin’s main service street. Loads can overhang into the street at left.

my business because I have got nowhere to park the cars from my workshop.” He said he was not aware this was going to take place. But Mr Mansueto said public consultation resulted in some amendments to the plan. “The plan had been amended after feedback from locals,” he said. Cr Jones said parts of the plan could have been overlooked. “I don’t know if this particular yellow line was lost in the detail,” he said.

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Owen Owen Community Centre Committee donated $6000 to the Owen golf club for repairs to its mower. The committee also decided to proceed with the path from the Main street footpath to public toilets, even though they were not successful in gaining a grant. This will enable a new garden bed to be established near the public toilets. • Owen Red Cross held its AGM in June and president Pamela Gauthier announced her retirement after 14 years of service to the Red Cross. New elected officers are president Margaret Marshman, secretary Denise Goward and treasurer Mary Roberts. Meetings will be held quarterly instead of bi-monthly. The Red Cross family store is now in its 13th year of operation and still doing very well. The overall total of funds raised in that time is $37,299, while this year’s total is $2323. TWO WELLS Adelaide Plains Church Parish is planning an auction on Friday, July

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KAPUNDA “Paper and Textile”, an open exhibition, is on at Kapunda Community Gallery until July 25. Artists exhibiting are from the Mid North, Gawler and Barossa Valley. The gallery is open daily from 10am to 4pm and is above the Library on the corner of Main and Hill streets, Kapunda. Admission is free and there is wheelchair access. A vast range of textures, colours

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Hamley Bridge Hamley Bridge sports and community centre presents Irish Christmas in July, hosted by Newton and Sue Lines on Saturday, July 17. A three course meal of soup, roast and desert will get you in the Christmas mood for a cost of $35 for adults and $15 for children. Entertainment for the night includes Tamarisque. For bookings phone Lisa Martin on 8528 2018 or Kate McCabe on 8528 6204. •The AGM for Hamley Bridge swimming pool will be held on Monday, July 12 at 7pm in the swimming pool canteen. If your children attend the pool over summer, please consider attending. For more information contact 0429 108 721. Dublin Dublin History Group is seeking people who have photos of the former Long Plains School as part of a project which involves collating memories. Call Pat Thompson on 8529 2028 if you can help.rton

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Margaret married Michael Francis COSTELLO on June 16 1897 in St Marks Church, Port Pirie. They had two children: Martin and Phillip Patrick. Martin was born on April 24, 1898 and Phillip Patrick on April 29, 1904. I understand the family may have relocated to the Kapunda region. George Herring chuditch@ iinet.net.au

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Hanna proves her point with fitness challenge Who are they? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; This group of five smiling people were photographed at Balaklava Show

in 1928. An old black and white photograph was discovered in a wardrobe bought at a garage sale by a couple in the North Eastern suburbs of Adelaide. Contact Norma Schopp from Balaklava Museum on 8862 1854 if you think you know who these people might be.

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Former local Hanna Wilson is the definition of strength and determination as she was recently nominated for the Pride of Australia Courage Medal. Growing up on the family farm at Whitwarta and attending Balaklava Primary and high school, Hanna, 28, was born with spina bifida and hyrocephalus and forced to use a wheelchair. But she hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let her condition cripple her mentally. She describes herself as â&#x20AC;&#x153;stubbornâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;determinedâ&#x20AC;?, and said people in wheelchairs could still achieve â&#x20AC;&#x153;a heck of a lot.â&#x20AC;? Hanna completed training to become a personal fitness instructor last November and voluntarily offers her services. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s challenging at times trying to train people when I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t use my body to the very best but Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m stubborn and determined,â&#x20AC;? she said. Hanna also contributes to the Spinda Bifida and Hydrocephalus Association of SA, by providing free fitness sessions to people with

conditions like hers or similar to hers. Always on the go, Hannaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s future goal is to set up free fitness groups for disadvantaged people, such as the homeless, who cannot afford fitness training. Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Association of SA officer, Jennifer Pilling nominated Hanna

for the award. She joins Lewiston triathlete Teigan Hall as another local nomination for the Pride of Australia medal, which recognises â&#x20AC;&#x153;ordinary Australiansâ&#x20AC;? who have achieved incredible feats and inspired the community. Nominations closed yesterday (Tuesday).

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CRIME STOPPERS 1800 333 000 Local police have been successful in conducting numerous drug busts at houses across the region. Balaklava and Hamley Bridge police, acting on information received from the community, last week conducted nine drug searches at houses in the Balaklava, Owen and Farrell Flat areas. Police subsequently reported 38-year-old Owen man for producing a quantity of cannabis in a shed and another 29year-old man for firearms offences. Ten expiation notices

were issued for offences relating to the possession of cannabis and equipment. Yorke Mid North Local Service Area Superintendent, Howard Davies, said the police work was “a good example of SAPOL and the South Australian community working together to break the cycle between drugs and crime.” Any person with information regarding drugs and crime should contact their local police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

BALAKLAVA police officers Graham Olds and Charmaine Barlow with evidence gathered from the drug raids. at Bowmans on Tuesday, with a motor vehicle and BALAKLAVA June 29. He will appear arson of a building shed on • An 18-year-old in court mid June. Monday, June 28. He will Balaklava man was arrest• A 19-year-old Balak- be summonsed to appear ed for illegal interference lava man was arrested for in court in mid August. and theft after a car fire the alleged interference RIVERTON

• Public toilets at Saddleworth were vandalised on two separate occasions at the end of last month. Graffiti was painted on the walls during the past week. One incident allegedly occurred overnight on Friday, June 25 and the second overnight on Tuesday, June 29. The graffiti was painted on the inside and outside walls of the toilet block. Tags painted on the walls appeared to say “Santos Artline Gang” and also “ALS”. • Tw o b u s i n e s s premises in Auburn were broken into overnight on Wednesday, June 30.

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• A break-in at a closed, unlocked residential shed was reported at Dublin with about $5000 of hand tools and power equipment stolen on Saturday. Mallala Police Officer-in-charge, Paul Bruggemann, said the offenders were “brazen” and it was an “opportunistic offence”. Anyone with information is asked to contact their local police station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. • Mallala Police conducted a mobile random breath test over the weekend with more than 100 tests taken. Police were pleased to report all drivers returned a zero reading.

Lauren Hermon reports: A mayoral robe, inherited by Wakefield Regional Council (WRC) from the former District Council of Wakefield Plains will be donated to Balaklava Museum for heritage preservation. At last month’s council meeting, council voted for the robe to be donated to the museum as an “ideal custodian” for community purposes. A report by WRC chief executive officer, Phil Barry, stated “discussion with mayor Maitland and Central Ward councillors resulted in consensus to donate the robe to Balaklava Museum for custodianship and display purposes.” Mr Barry’s said in contemporary times, it was very rare for rural council mayors to wear the robe, and the robe could be disposed of to the community for greater benefit. “In rural councils within South Australia, it is very rare for councils these days to have official regalia for positions on council, as it is deemed inappropriate and a form of segregation from the grass roots of local communities,” Mr Barry said in his report. Mr Barry said the robe had never been used “nor contemplated for use by council or its presiding member.” It has remained unused since the establishment of Wakefield Regional Council in 1997. WRC mayor, James Maitland, said he did not think it was appropriate he wear the robe as

• Two Wells Police issued a New South Wales man with a $1205 expiation notice for driving an unregistered and uninsured motor vehicle without a current drivers licence on Port Wakefield road near Dublin on Sunday, July 4. The man allegedly parked the vehicle on the side of the road to have a rest. Police were only alerted to the vehicle after complaints from the public that his female passenger had got out the vehicle and was getting very close to the side of the busy highway. • A Millswood man was issued with an infringement notice under the National Parks and Wildlife Regulations for allegedly driving his 4WD vehicle on a track within the Port Gawler Conservation Park on Sunday, July 4. • A generator, valued at $1200, was stolen from a private residential address at Two Wells. It disappeared some time during the past five weeks.

M AY O R J a m e s Maitland presents the unused robe to Balaklava Museum’s Norma Schopp. it is designed for “whole of the Wakefield Plains area.” The robe will also be “loaned out” to community organisations throughout the council area if warranted. Most recently, the robe was temporarily loaned to Balaklava Community Arts and featured in the recent Bye Bye Birdie production. Balaklava Museum president and promotions officer, Norma Schopp, was pleased and appreciated council’s donation. “If council no longer need the robe, then the museum is very happy to put it on display and look after it,” Mrs Schopp said. Council will keep a mayoral chain valued at about $6000. “Council will keep the chain locked up for safe-keeping,” Mr Barry said.

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NEWS v Mallala Council area

Mallala, Two Wells plan waste schemes District Council of Mallala may soon follow neighbouring councils by implementing community wastewater management scheme (CWMS) systems in Two Wells and Mallala. Full sewer systems have been found beneficial and feasible for both Mallala and Two Wells, but a final decision will follow public consultation. The new scheme, which will

replace septic tanks, provides residents with opportunities to sub divide and save water by reuse, while also reducing health risks presented through the current system. Full sewer systems include underground pipe networks, pump stations and a wastewater treatment plant. HDS Australia, CWMS design engineers, have completed the preliminary design stage

but first, residents are asking ...

of the CWMS for the two townships, with the first of two public consultations conducted by HDS last night at Mallala council chambers. Community wastewater re-use has become imperative throughout Australia as a result of continuing drought conditions over the last few years. Additional information about the pre-

liminary design stage of the project will be available on Tuesday in Two Wells community centre at 6.30pm. HDS Australia will present in detail the infrastructure for the project and will consider comments from residents before progressing to the final design stage. More information about time frames will be available after public consultation.

What’s in a (street) name? Locals and councillors have expressed dissatisfaction with road renaming across the District Council of Mallala. Di Meaney (right) was surprised to find her address was different when she went to pay her council rates on the internet. The next day, Mrs Meaney received a letter from council informing the four residents of Old Port Wakefield road, north of Two Wells–Mallala road, their address had been changed. “It’s not so much what the road is called but why the residents were not consulted,”

Mrs Meaney said. “I’ve lived here all my life and there are only four residents on this road,” she said. Mrs Meaney said she was encouraged by councillors and locals to write a letter to council. “I spoke to a few residents and several people said they knew the road as Meaney’s road anyway,” Di said. A petition to change Badcoe parade to Meaney road has already received 150 signatures. Formerly a Hart, Di has lived in the district for her whole life and her late

husband Malcolm was also born and bred in the area. “I feel a bit funny because it’s my name I’m pushing for, but it’s more for Malcolm and for my children and grandchildren in the future,” Di said. The petition also requests public consultation to take place for any road renaming in the district and for roads to be influenced by history of the area. A report will be provided to councillors for further investigation into again changing the name.

District Council of Mallala reversed a decision on renaming the southern end of Germantown road, between Gawler road and Gawler River road to Post road. Public consultation occurred in May and four submissions were received, mostly bringing attention to the historical link of Germantown road, including the settlement of a group of Germans two miles from Redbanks.

It was suggested the northern end of the road should remain Germantown road, while the southern end be renamed Post road. The motion was passed at council’s strategic infrastructure and planning committee, but lapsed at council’s meeting on June 28 as there was no seconder after councillor Howard moved the motion. Council then passed a motion for the

name of Germantown road to remain with numbering starting from Gawler River road. A report will be provided to council before a final decision is made. Road renaming has come about due to rural and urban addressing policies, which make it easier for emergency services to locate addresses. The urban addressing system comprises consecutive odd numbers on left, evens on right.

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Middle Beach change rooms disappear PUBLIC changing facilities at Middle Beach have been removed due to their dilapidated condition. • Two Wells Regional Action Team (TWRAT) committee member, Malcolm Frost, was left with the sign when he visited the area last week. District Council of Mallala approved the removal of the old change rooms for safety reasons and because they are rarely used by the public. DCM infrastructure and engineering manager, John Tillack said the facilities were considered a liability rather than an asset to council.

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Reforms aimed at increasing efficiencies in the regulation of agricultural and veterinary chemicals have passed through Federal parliament. The Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Code Amendment Bill 2010 is part of a broader reform process through which a national framework will be developed. The Bill will assist the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) to focus on key issues relating to the regulation of chemicals, including protecting human health and the environment, through reducing bureaucratic processes and allowing the industry regulator to better streamline and assess permit applications. “Vegetable growers are set to benefit immensely from the reform as it abolishes much of the red tape and delays

that have cost them dearly in the past,” AUSVEG chairman, John Brent said. As the national peak industry body, AUSVEG represents the interests of more than 9,000 Australian vegetable and potato growers. The Bill will increase the efficiency of the regulatory system while ensuring protections for human health and the environment. Mr Brent supported Federal Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Tony Burke’s statement reforms in this area were long overdue. “Chemical regulation is a significant part of the vegetable growing industry and it is very reassuring to see the Australian government supporting an industry which employs 30,000 Australians and is worth $3.2 billion annually,” Mr Brent said.

Plains Producer, Wednesday July 7, 2010

PEOPLE v Balaklava

If you want something done, ask a busy person!

Lauren Hermon reports:

he is a mother to 13 children.....yes, 13! Along with motherhood, she is also a longtime volunteer at St John Ambulance and joined Balaklava Country Fire Service (CFS) six months ago. So how does Cass Zweck manage such a busy, demanding lifestyle along with so many children? She doesn’t even know how she does it. According to Cass, “it’s just something she does” and has no intention of stopping her on-the-go, busy lifestyle. Born and bred in Clare, Cass moved to Balaklava in 2001. Cass’ children are Sarah, 29, Jessica, 28, Samuel, 26, Joshua, 23, Thomas, 21, Daniel, 19, James, 16, Bethany, 14, William, 12, Elisha, 11, Josiah, 9, Noah 8 and nearly 17-month-old foster child, Tyrell, who Cass and husband, Eric took into their care about six months ago. With seven of her children still living at home, Cass said while weekends were often very busy with the whole family gathering to enjoy quality time together, she said she wouldn’t have it any other way. Cass recently completed a basic fire-fighting course for her new interest and support of Balaklava CFS. “There’s a great mob in Balaklava,” Cass said lovingly. “It’s a great team.” Although achieving so much, offering her services to her community and while also taking on the role of full-time mum, Cass remains genuine and humble of her achievements. “I haven’t even been on the truck yet,” Cass said with a laugh. But nevertheless, Cass works hard, training every Monday night. “I go out and do burn offs, practise how to use the hoses and radios.” And she is officially on-call now. She recently received her pager and will be soon measured up to receive her uniform and boots. During her volunteering with St John, Cass has experienced overwhelming moments. Cass offered her services during the Black Saturday Victorian bush fires last year which claimed the lives of 173 people and injured

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CASS Zweck, holding Tyrell, with husband Eric and children (from left) Noah, Josiah, William, Elisha, Ty (on Cass’s lap), James and Bethany.

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414. Described as Australia’s highest ever loss of life from a bushfire, Cass was at the forefront of the chaos and devastation. “I was helping out where I could,” she said. “It was a life-changing experience. It taught me not to take things for granted.” She also assisted with Kangaroo Island’s bush fires in 2007, when about 95,000 ha of land was destroyed.

“We were at the tail end,” Cass said. “We would assist by helping wash people’s eyes because of the smoke and help people in heat distress, and people with blisters,” she said. She insists her hard work is attributed to team work. “I have a very, very understanding husband,” Cass said with a laugh. And in her volunteer life, Cass said “it’s a team effort” for her to be able to do what she does for her community. Her goals for the future, both professionally and in her personal life are set in stone, and she is enthusiastic about achieving them. “I’m enrolled in a full-time, one year course in mental health youth work,” she said. The completion of the intensive external study will see Cass on her way to fulfilling just another goal on her ‘to-do list’. And when asked whether she’d have any more children, her response was amazing. “I’m looking to foster one or two more children if it can be approved,” she said.

Among her responsibilities as a mother, Cass is also a grandmother to four children; Jacob, 9, Jesse, 7, Zeke, 4, and Noah who is three months old. Not to mention there are two more on the way due next month and March next year! When further questioned on how the 48-year-old manages such a busy household and demanding job, the answer was simple for Cass. “I like being a mum. It’s all I’ve known and I like helping people,” she said. “If I have time to sit down and think about it, it’ll just make my head spin.” Cass’s reason to have as many children as she does is something she can’t explain – but something she will never regret. “To be able to see a person develop, to experience the good, the bad and to see their talents grow is amazing.” “As a mother to 13 kids, you get to see a multitude of talents.” So, what’s the hardest part about being a mother to so many? “Washing the dishes!” she said.

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LOCAL v Living

The Way

We were 5

YEARS AGO June 2005

• Local man Greg Parker’s stickerplastered Ford XD panel van became the official mascot of the Royal Flying Doctor Service.

YEARS AGO June 2000

• After 43 years of delivering fresh milk to the doors of locals, Adrian ‘Milky’ Wilson decided to call it a day, local traders presenting him with a basket of goodies in appreciation.

YEARS AGO June 1990

• Gifted former Balaklava pianist Jamie Cock was given a standing ovation after his performance at his recital – a prelude to him taking up a travelling scholarship to Texas and USA.

Diary&

Survey highlights Balaklava’s history

Geographic survey of the Hd. of Balaklava 1937 (pt.2) Continuing the story from two weeks ago, the River Wakefield is “a permanently flowing stream from Auburn, through the Skilly Hills – about nine miles east of Balaklava – until it enters the ‘plain’ country. Here, there is a sudden falling off in the volume of water flowing until it ceases altogether for a distance of about 15 miles. It reappears again as a permanent but weakly flowing spring near the Whitwarta reserve, just where the main road to Port Pirie crosses the river.” According to the author, there is no apparent reason for this phenomenon, “other than that the river passes over an extremely porous area and soaks into its own alluvial plain.” This explains the good underground water supply in the region, evidenced by a large number of wells at a depth of about 70 feet and, therefore, many windmills.

by Norma Schopp

The total area of the Hundred of Balaklava was recorded as 70,430 acres and, apart from 1000 acres for Balaklava township, “the whole area comprises 101 individual holdings. The average area of the farms…is just under 700 acres. Such an area – depending upon the number of sidelines kept – provides full time work for a man and a boy…” Crops were mainly wheat, “almost invariably sown upon a fallowed area…it is generally realised that to sow wheat on anything but a well prepared fallow is only courting failure.” The reasons in favour of fallow included moisture conserva-

tion, weed control, an even seedbed, more resistance to disease (eg. “Take all”), the “land is ready for seeding when…rains occur”, and the fallow was “rich in nitrates”, therefore less “manurial expenditure.” The survey also debated the economic value of tractors versus horses, concluding that the tractor was a “prosperity machine. For stability under a system of fluctuating prices for agricultural produce it would appear, as seems to be recognised by the farmers of the Hd. of Balaklava, that horses are to be favoured.” Apart from the occupation of farming, in 1937 the Hd. of Balaklava boasted 88 employed in stores, 16 motor mechanics, 14 nurses etc., 12 in hotels, 15 teachers, 10 in stock firms, nine blacksmiths, five ministers of religion, eight in banks, eight in post offices, eight carpenters, seven in the butter factory, six dressmakers, six in oil companies, five as agents, six on railways, four

painters, four woodmen, two doctors, one dentist, three to supply electric light, two solicitors, two in the council office, two police officers, two saddlers, two poultrymen, one carrier, one veterinary surgeon, and one to run the water works, as well as the 101 owner-farmers. In the concluding section of the survey, the author comments – “if there be one trait which characterises the people of the area, it is that friendly, cordial and progressive spirit characteristic of the northern areas of South Australia…strikingly contrasted by all travellers to the relatively narrower and less progressive spirit of settlers in the hills and south east areas of the state......on the plain it is possible to see great distances and also to travel great distances with comparative ease. This tends to give man a much broader outlook and to make him much more sympathetic towards fellow man.”

PET CARE

COMMUNITY

• Jul 10: Acoustic Juice playing at Two Wells Community Centre. • Jul 16: Pinery Red Cross guest speaker Mark Wasley, Pinery Hall. • Jul 20: Meals on Wheels AGM. • Jul 25: Peter Stiecke visits Blyth Cinema. • Jul 27: Hart Winter Walk, Blyth. • Jul 30, 31, Aug 1: Balaklava Eisteddfod. • Aug 1: Blyth Comm. tree planting. • Aug 4: Balaklava Area Committee AGM, Balaklava Sports Club. • Aug 6: Blyth paper drive. • Aug 7: Balaklava paper drive. • Aug 14: Caeliac Support Group, Gawler Health Service. • Aug 20: BHS Quiz Night. • Aug 21: Balaklava Golf Club auction night. • Sep 25-26: Clare Hobbies Alive. • Oct 9: Cancer Council “Shear for Life”, Blyth Football clubrooms. • Oct 16, 17: Celebrating 100 years of scouting in Balaklava. • Nov 5: Blyth paper drive. • Nov 6: Balaklava paper drive; BHS “Little Black Dress” cabaret, BTH.

Heritage Highlights

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Winter chills present challenges for dog owners. A regular stretching and exercise program is essential for good dog health. Dogs NSW recommends modifying the stretching routine of your dog during the colder weather. Every couple of days, dogs should enjoy good stretching with their owners. “Stretching for dogs is a win–win for everyone. The dog is better physically and mentally and it is great for owners as well,” says Veterinarian and Dogs NSW spokesperson Dr Peter Higgins. Start with walking and trotting, then, while supporting your dog’s tummy, try stretching out each foreleg forwards and holding it

Dogged winter stretches for 10 to 30 seconds. Similarly, it is a good idea to lift the rear of the dog, and stretch out each of the back legs. “Some dogs prefer to lie on their sides and relax while having their legs and neck stretched,” suggests Dr Higgins. These simple stretches can help improve the blood circulation, and improve your dog’s health. Timing is important for both owner and dog. Exercising in the winter can be challenging because of the cold, so it is a good idea to carefully choose the time of day for your bonding exercise. It doesn’t matter

when the stretching is enjoyed, so long as both you and your dog are awake and ready for a good workout. Every couple of days is adequate to get your dog’s stretching into a habit. Because of the weather, it might be more convenient to do the stretching together in a sheltered area. This does not substitute for a walk, but does help to get the muscles moving and keep healthy circulation.

Good News

Balaklava Stitch Joint CROSSWORD

Ken Packer

God makes discovery of truth about himself common to all people. “What may be known about God is plain to them, because God has made it plain.” Romans 1.19.

“We can prevent muscle related problems by massaging and stretching our dogs regularly. This keeps your dog well balanced psychologically and physically. Simple stretching can maintain the active agile nature of a young dog well into old age,” explains Dr Higgins.

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D The hair perm was invented in 1906 by Karl Ludwig Nessler of Germany. D Leonardo da Vinci never built the inventions he designed. D Count Alessandro Volta invented the first battery in the 18th century. •From: www.didyouknow.org

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

UNITING Mallala....................... 9.00am Two Wells.................10.30am Owen Comm............. 9.30am Hamley Bridge.......... 9.15am Windsor ..................... 9.00am Balaklava.................... 9.30am Nantawarra...........With Lochiel Lochiel......................10.00am Pt Wakefield............. 10.30am

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

CATHOLIC CHURCH Balaklava.......... Mass 10.30am Pt Wakefield.......Mass 9.00am CHURCH OF CHRIST Balaklava.................. 10.00am Community church Pinery........................ 9.00am LIGHTHOUSE Balaklava.................. 10.00am LUTHERAN Balaklava.................... 9.00am Balaklava Cafe........... 11.00am UNITING Mallala....................... 9.00am Two Wells.................10.30am Owen Comm............. 9.30am Hamley Bridge......... 11.00am Windsor ..................... 9.00am Balaklava.................... 9.30am Nantawarra..................9.00am Lochiel......................10.00am Pt Wakefield............. 10.30am

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NEWS v District

‘Expand young driver safety program’ Drinkwise seminar prompts call

A driver-education program for local schools was suggested following the DrinkWise seminar held on Tuesday, June 8 at Two Wells community centre. The suggestion was made by Wakefield Regional Council’s Western Ward councillor and deputy mayor, Barry Nottle, at the latest council meeting. “The seminar was very successful,” councillor Nottle said. “I think council should

liaise with the community development officer (David Woodroofe) to expand the program to local schools,” he said. District Council of Mallala community development officer, Lynette Seccafien, instigated the DrinkWise concept, with the help of WRC community development officer, David Woodroofe. About 55 players and officials from almost every club in the Adelaide Plains Football League and Netball Association

news in brief

attended to hear guest speaker, Jason Austin’s brave account of the motorbike accident which after a night drinking with friends led him to life as a paraplegic. However, councillor Nottle expressed his disappointment with the low numbers of Adelaide Plains netballers present. “It was disappointing to see (the lack of attendance), when really, the most dangerous position in a vehicle is the lefthand front passenger seat – which usually has a

young lady sitting there,” councillor Nottle said. No plans have been made for the program to go ahead until council discusses the matter further. A student driver safety course was held in Balaklava last year, supported by the Adelaide Plains Road Safety Group, Motor Accident Commission and Balaklava Lions Club. Parliamentarian John Dawkins also mentioned the seminar in a speech last Thursday in the Legislative Council.

COUNCILLOR Barry Nottle at the ‘DrinkWise’ seminar with MPs John Dawkins, MLC (left) and Steven Griffiths, Member for Goyder.

VET student awards

The 2010 Adelaide Plains Vocational Education and Training (VET) Student of the Year award nominations are now open. The awards are sponsored by Wakefield Regional Council, Balco and Barossa Lower North Futures. Students undertaking any VET subjects/courses that involve work placement are invited to submit a nomination form, subject to certain conditions. This can include school-based apprenticeships. Students must reside within the boundaries of WRC or the District Council of Mallala or be enrolled in a course through Balaklava High School, Horizon Christian School or Snowtown Area School. Category winners will receive $100 and a certificate to recognise their achievements. The overall winner will receive $500 plus a certificate, and the winner’s employer will also receive a certificate. Nomination forms can be found on council’s website or by contacting WRC community development officer, David Woodroofe. • Applications close Friday, October 22 at 5pm.

Weed spraying starts

WAKEFIELD Regional Council has started weed control spraying of town footpaths. If property owners/residents do not want the footpath in front of their property sprayed for weeds, contact Glen Growden at council on 8862 0810 to be added to council’s “No Spray Register”. Once a request has been added to the register, the resident is required to maintain the area weed free and to a satisfactory standard. Wakefield Regional Council’s July newsletter stated “in the event weed growth occurs at any of these sites, council will undertake spraying and remove your “No Spray” request from the register.

Call before you plant

Landowners wishing to plant any vegetation on public road-sides must first obtain approval from council. In the interest of public safety and protection of utility service infrastructure, there are specific requirements regarding the location of planting types of vegetation. Contact Wakefield Regional Council’s Infrastructure Services Department on 8862 0800 for more information.

Clarification on Mallala reports

TWO articles concerning the District Council of Mallala contained some inaccuracies in last week’s edition of the Plains Producer. In a report on page three regarding the Mallala to Two Wells road, it should be clarified it was the Department of Transport Energy and Infrastructure that proposed closures of railway crossings - and not council. Council has been working with DTEI as to the options available so no crossings are closed. An inaccuracy also existed in the Tangari estate story on page eight. The correct motion passed regardingTangari estate drainage reserve was for stage one improvements to be completed in 2010-11, with the assistance of friends of Tangari. Stage two of the plan has not been passed. The Plains Producer apologises for any inconvenience. Plains Producer, Wednesday July 7, 2010

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NEWS v District

Many trees will make light work Three trees can make up for the average size home’s annual lighting output, according to new information from Planet Ark. Pat Wake of Lewiston, Two Wells and Districts Landcare group and students from Roseworthy TAFE have planted more than their fair share, and were at it again last Friday at Equus park, Lewiston. Certificate one and two in Conservation and Land Management students, led by their lecturer Pat, have planted more than 4000 trees since May 17 across the Adelaide Plains. Pat said the past week had provided perfect tree-planting weather. “The rains have come at a perfect time,” Pat said. “We planted more than 1100 native trees and shrubs and then the rain came,” she said. Planet Ark is calling on Australian families to give back to the environment and offset a year of their home’s average lighting needs by getting involved in National Tree Day on Sunday, August 1. Planet Ark spokesperson Rebecca Gilling said planting one tree for yourself, one for someone else and one for the country would help Australia’s tree population grow while reversing the environmental impact of your home’s annual lighting needs. “A million trees are capable of absorbing the same amount of greenhouse gas emissions generated from the annual lighting needs of about 348,000 households,” she said.

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ROSEWORTHY TAFE students were busy planting trees in Equus Park last Friday. Pictured are, back from left: Marc Van Meurs, Adam Weinert, Evan Craill, David Willis and Matt East (both from District Council of Mallala), front: Tiffany Green, Jenny Wilson, Julie Eldridge and Eloise O’Doherty.

Council budget Adopt-a-Town still helping out Start work on your tax return Wakefield Regional Council will hold a special council meeting tonight (Wednesday) to discuss council’s annual budget. Details of the budget will appear in next week’s edition.

A request to all Wakefield Regional Council (WRC) town management committees has been made to support the Adopt-aTown concept. In a report to council by community development officer, David Woodroofe, committees were encouraged to support the concept with a community fund-raising project sometime during the next six months.

Australia’s 12.6 million taxpayers should start getting ready to lodge their tax returns by the October 31 deadline. Tax Commissioner Michael D’Ascenzo said: “The quickest and

easiest way to lodge is online using e-tax – the ATO’s free tax preparation and lodgement service. E-tax is available to download free of charge from our website at www.ato.gov.au

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If the intruding roots or branches have caused damage to the neighbour’s property (for example, roots cracking pipes or branches damaging gutters or poisoning animals) the neighbour can ask the tree owner to pay the cost of repairs or compensation. If the tree owner is unwilling to pay, the neighbour can apply to the Minor Civil Actions division of the Magistrates Court for a court order that the owner pay. In some circumstances a court might order the owner re-

necessary to show the owner knew or should have known the n A tree encroaches tree or branch was in a dangerous condition and it might fall over a and cause damage. boundary A neighbour who is aware fence a tree near the boundary is into the neighbour’s in a dangerous condition, or belongs to a species which yard. is known to ‘drop’ branches, This example is should draw this to the tree owner’s attention in writing not a local photograph. and keep a copy of the letter. If damage occurs later, this will assist to establish the tree owner was aware of the problem and move the root or branch or failed to take reasonable and perhaps the whole tree. appropriate precautions. Problems often arise when If, however, a strong, tree branches fall, causing damhealthy tree blows down across age. The owner ’s responsibility the fence in a storm, this is in these situations depends on considered to be an ‘act of God’ whether the tree was overhangfor which there is no liability. ing the boundary. Where an Nor is there liability for leaves, overhanging tree or branch needles, nuts or twigs which falls, the tree owner would be are blown into the neighbour’s liable if the damage caused was property by the wind unless, reasonably foreseeable. perhaps, they were known to To hold the owner responbe highly toxic and attractive sible for a tree not previously to animals or children. overhanging the boundary or • Source: www.lawhandwhere the tree was overhanging book.sa.gov.au public land such as a road it is

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SPORT v Football

Net...set...go!

Our future netball champions Young netballers were lucky enough to have Netball SA’s Kate Ellis visit and offer coaching advice on Thursday June 24. Net Set Go, a clinic for children aged five to seven years, is aimed at teaching the youngsters netball skills and preparing them for junior netball. The program was run Thursdays from 4pm to 5pm at Balaklava Netball Courts by local mums, with June 24

being the last session. Co-ordinator Sheralyn Bond said, “It’s good for the kids to have a program where they can come along and have a go, and decide whether they want to play netball when they are a bit older.” “There are more and more clubs running these early netball programs now.” This is the second year the program has been run, with 22 children attending this year.

Mums Jodi Williamson (front left) and Shaz Pike, and Netball SA’s Kate Ellis (middle) with Net Set Go netballers, from left: Kayleigh Parker, Emily Lemon, Jorjah Pike, Mackenzie Hill, Paige Bubner, Abby Parker, Charli Williamson, Sarah Ingram, Sophie Hamdorf, Eliza Loy, Emily Anderson, Olivia Allen, Taylor White, Madeleine Karklins, Brooke Michalanney, Amy Cunningham, Brielle White, Kasey Cunningham, Victoria Lane and Charlotte Davey. Absent: Zoe Ingram, Sophie Angel and Kaitlyn Mumford. PHOTO INSET: Kate Ellis coaches the young netballers.

Wins for Mid North hockey team

Field bin for Balaklava Football Club BALAKLAVA Football Club has received its field bin to auction as part of a community donation by Ahrens (story published in the June 17 edition of the Plains Producer). Pictured checking it out are, from left: Thomas Michael, Ethan Brownlie and Dylan McCredie.

Bill chasing scratch handicap MID North team, back from left: Zac Bennett, Hamish McGregor, Bryce Chapman, Tim Goldney and coach Darren Sweet, front: James Forrest, Fletcher Thomas, Will Pearson, Sam Haddow, Austin Duncan-Reid, Jake Dolphin and Peter Cornwell. The Mid North hockey team travelled to Grange to take part in SAPSASA hockey from June 21-25. The Mid North team was represented by: Bryce Chapman and Tim Goldney of Balaklava Primary School; Sam Haddow and Jake Dolphin of Booborowie Primary School; Zac Bennett, Lachie Squires and Austin Duncan-Reid of Clare High School; Peter Cornwell of Clare Primary School; Fletcher Thomas of Manoora Primary School; Hamish McGregor and Will Pearson of St Josephs Catholic School; and James Forrest of Watervale Primary School. With a wealth of hockey experience under his belt, Hamish McGregor was elected captain to lead his team for the week. He was ably assisted by three vice captains in Bryce, Jake and Zac. The boys adjusted well to playing with each other and were well coached into their positions by Darren Sweet form Clare High School, who has many years of hockey experience. They played in division two in a pool of eight teams, and had 11 games for the week; winning two, drawing three and losing six – but not by much! The best player for the week would have to be Hamish McGregor, followed

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closely by Bryce Chapman. A low point for the week occurred on day one in the last second of the last match, when Lachie Squires went for a dive as goalie and broke his arm – thus ending his hockey career with the team for the week! Some highlights of the week were Zac Bennett scoring a goal after his crash course in hockey; the encouragement of the players towards each other in helping those in need; a fantastic first goal for Jake Dolphin and the ever ready energy of Bryce running up and down the field with Hamish. The boys did extremely well with no spare interchange after Lachie’s broken arm, and then after Fletcher left on a plane for an interstate holiday Thursday, they were actually one player short on the field – so top effort boys! They were well supported by the parents of Mid North, who at times were quite vocal and creative in rhyming with the players’ names while cheering! A great time was had by all with fantastic sportsmanship and team bonding. The team thanks Darren Sweet for making it possible to take a team down for the week, and to Zac Bennett for making it possible to get the numbers for a team.

He is passionate about his golf and has been a club champion 24 times – seven of those at Balaklava and the other 17 at Penfield. Bill Parkin came to Balaklava seven years ago. Married to Carol with four children and nine grandchildren, Bill worked in the carpentry trade for 45 years. He has lived in Balaklava since retiring from carpentry seven years ago. Bill has played golf since the age of 13 and is now 66, playing off a two handicap. Bill practises for two hours every day, and says the only way to improve is by constant practise, a lot of enthusiasm and commitment. Bill says he is driven to improve every single day. He says it’s the only way to get better at the sport. “If I play badly I practise even harder,” he said. “Golf is my hobby as long as I keep playing at the top of my game.” His one ambition was to reach a scratch handicap, which he achieved last year. Bill became interested in golf when he helped his father and a few volunteers build Penfield Golf Club in Salisbury 54 years ago. His interest continued over the years, with his passion and dedication to the game still evident. Bill is still a member of Penfield Golf Club and enjoys a game there every Wednesday. Bill says he gets a lot out of golf. “…because it is a walking sport it keeps you fit and healthy,”, adding he also enjoys hitting a good golf shot. “The satisfaction of a good round of golf is very rewarding,” he said. Rating your opponents is important in golf, and Bill rates all opponents with much respect. “Whether they are a beginner or an advanced golfer, they all deserve to be treated the same way, with lots of respect, integrity, good manners and course etiquette,” he said.

By Jordan Taylor “Etiquette is not just a must in golf, but all sports.” Influences can be important in sport, especially when lifting confidence. In his junior years, all Bill’s mates were the influence. “We all played together and against each other constantly,” he said. Bill’s wife Carol is always there for support. “She’s always following my golf closely and gives me the freedom to play,” Bill said. Bill admires former golfer Greg Norman. “He has done more for Australian golf than anyone else,” he said. Bill still has many years of golf left in him, with that scratch handicap his long-term goal.

BILL Parkin with 2008’s Moody Cup. Plains Producer, Wednesday July 7, 2010

SPORT v Football

Central finish third RSMU small forward Tyson Willmott, the Northern Eastern’s leading goal kicker Jarrod Gillings and under 21 player Scott Atkinson from the Cats, athletic Demons utility Brodie Murphy, Roosters on-baller Andrew Waters and BBH defender Tom Riggs all made an impact in the 2010 event held at Berri Oval over the weekend. The side did miss the services of BlythSnowtown captain Ryan Darling, whose injury didn’t come up after damaging his driving muscle in the previous week’s match against BBH, while the RSMU pair James Vandeleur and 2010 recruit Luke Percy were at a wedding. For a Central Zone who went through the two days undefeated but still played in the third verses fourth play-off, there was a hollow feeling after the draw in round two on Saturday afternoon.

Action photos: Peter Argent RSMU forward Tyson Willmott was a key performer for the Central Zone in this year’s Zone Championships, held at Berri last weekend.

State Championships review By Peter Argent

The Central Zone side had a strong start to the competition, kicking the dew of the grass in the competition opener at 10am on Saturday morning. They kicked eight goals in the first period and had already led by 35 points at the first break. Gillings started in impressive style, kicking two early goals at full forward. Then a collision with a Northern Zone opponent saw him on the ground in pain and needing to be assisted from the ground by trainers. He was unable to play anymore football over the course of the weekend, and his availability for the forthcoming weeks will depend on an MRI scan on arrival back in Adelaide. The group’s loss in intensity in the second half of the abridged game against the Northern Zone would prove critical at the end of the day. Willmott kicked a goal, and while Waters and Atkinson got little game time, they had their moments. Murphy was serviceable across half forward and Riggs was solid in the last line of defence.

Clash against Eastern Zone a thriller

The second contest against the 2009 finalists, the Eastern Zone, was an absolute thriller. Out of the blocks early, the Central boys kicked 4-4 in the first half, and had a 14-point lead at the break. In a see-saw second half, the side conceded 4-4 – the lead changing hands on four occasions during this period. Riggs did an outstanding job on Tanunda’s goal kicking ace Alex Kennedy at full back, while Brodie Murphy was a good target around half forward, taking a number of strong marks, along with slotting through a goal. Waters was a little unheralded, but picked up a number of telling possessions through

the middle of the ground and distributed the ball well. Willmott also had his moments in this tight contest, which became frustrating when the playing group found they missed out on participation in the final by percentage only. In fact the difference between the playing either game would prove to be just seven points.

Tight contest for third

In the contest for third place on Sunday, the match was defensive early and both sides were only able to score a goal each in the opening term. Murray-South East gained the ascendancy in the second quarter and the Central Zone were 15 points down at half time. But after a four goals-to-one third stanza, the Central Zone had engineered a two point lead at the final break. Another four unanswered goals in the final term ensured at strong 27 point victory. Riggs produced a second strong performance as a rebounding defender, while Willmott and Waters gained a good number of possessions in solid efforts as well. Murphy, who was later selected in the state squad for the national championships in Canberra from July 22-25, kicked two goals in the victory also. His athletic display saw him being rewarded as the team’s second best player in this match.

Wins needed for finals hopes

In the return to North Eastern football for the round 11 clashes this Saturday, there are a couple of important clashes. South Clare host Blyth- Snowtown at Clare Oval in a match the Demons really need to win to stay in contention for a finals berth. BBH Rams need to regroup promptly after their thrashing at the hands of the Cats in a match against the Mintaro-Manoora Eagles at Burra Oval. The RSMU Hawks are at home to “Butch” Smith’s BSR Tigers in a game they are expected to collect a comfortable victory. North Clare travel over to Eudunda to take on the Southern Saints in a game they need to win as well. Eudunda-Robertstown won’t be a pushover and can’t be taken lightly. They will be looking for a ground breaking opening victory in this game.

Central Zone footballer Troy Wilkey (Virginia) rushes to the ball.

APNA netty star Name: Sarah Heaslip Nickname: Sares Bears DOB: 07/09/1999 Height: 147cm Team: Balaklava C2 Position: GA/C Idol: Mum Who is the most damaging player (on or off court) in your club? Michelle Williams Who is your club’s hardest worker (on or off court)? Terissa Smart - she does a lot! Highlight of netball career? A 32-0 win against Long Plains What’s your number one passion outside netball? Basketball and friends

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If you won $20 million in the lotto, what would you do with the money? Buy $20 million worth of chocolate! If you were a car, what kind would you be? Not a Ford (hope McCrackens don’t see this!) If you were on the front page of the newspaper, what would the headline say? “Raising money for Hairlarious Day” If you could take any person on your next netball trip, who would it be? Teisha Harkness What is the best item in your fridge? Chocolate!!

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ABOVE: APFL’S Central Zone representatives, from left: Tallan Leighton (Two Wells), Kym Jarman (United), Heath Pym (United), Martin Bond (Balaklava), Leah Tynan (United), Stretch Walker (United), Troy Wilkey (Virginia), Hayden Walker (Balaklava) and Ned Seccafien (Two Wells). • Image supplied by Kenn Rogers www.plainsproducer.com.au

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APFL players shine for Central at Berri oval •From Back page This year, the inclusion of Hills football league players into the Central Zone squad certainly made a difference this year. Five Hills players made the ‘team of the carnival’ and six made the 2010 State country squad, which will compete in country Victoria later this month. Ironbank’s Ben Yeomans was the pick of the bunch, taking out both “player of the carnival” and “best U21 player of the carnival” honours. An ice-breaker and showman amongst the Central Zone travelling group, Yeomans showed his legs and arms work just as hard as his mouth over the whole weekend. In regard to Adelaide Plains players, Hayden Walker (Balaklava) and Tallan Leighton (Two Wells) were standouts on Saturday. In both of Saturday’s games, Walker started at first ruck and gave Central Zone the early advantage in their win over Northern, while he battled hard against state country squad ruckman Luke Wells (Tanunda) and current Central District League ruckman Jason Sutherland (Berri). Walker took to honours over Sutherland in Central’s drawn game with Eastern on Saturday afternoon. After rucking for 90 per cent of game time on Saturday, Walker shared ruck duties on Sunday also, spending some time up forward taking some good grabs. Rooster Tallan Leighton’s attack on the ball and work across half back for Central on Saturday was simply sensational. The Two Wells rocket not only halted many of Northern’s attacks, but his rebounding work, combining with the Central midfielders in game one, mentally demoralised the Northern side. He backed up with another brilliant display in game two against Eastern, before copping a knock to the ribs and eventually running out of puff.

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By Kym Jarman Due to soreness, he didn’t take any part in Sunday’s full length game, but no doubt at the end of Saturday Leighton was arguably in Central’s top three carnival performers and certainly looked comfortable at this level of football. Virginia’s Troy Wilkey was serviceable in games one and two on Saturday, playing a part in Central’s two solid performances. The APFL’s player of this year’s Landmark Cup’s best return came on Sunday when he kicked two important goals in the all-important third term, one from a set shot which put Central in front after they trailed by as much as 17 points in their full length game with Murray South East. While Heath Pym (United) and Ned Seccafien (Two Wells) had limited game time over the weekend, both did enough to show they deserved their place at zone level. Seccafien was handy on Saturday afternoon and serviceable in starting the game on Sunday, while Pym, despite doing some good team things within a short time on Saturday, really came into his own in the Sunday match, collecting a heap of first half possessions in the game against Murray South East from his back pocket. Both Seccafien and Pym, who are standout APFL players locally, were great midfield back up to the Central zone, who selected an abundance of midfielders to fit within their intended running game style. At one stage Central had up to six first choice A grade midfielders sharing the bench blankets. APFL head trainer Stretch Walker and water runner Leah Tynan (both United) also travelled with the team, doing a stirling job over the weekend – receiving much praise from Central Zone players and coaching staff.

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Southern Districts claimed the MAC SA Country Football Championships, defeating Eastern zone by 23 points. SA Community Football Board general manager, Glen Rosser, proclaimed the 2010 championships, held at Berri Oval last weekend, as one of the best competitions in recent years. “Yet again the championships provided a wonderful competition for all country zones across the state,” he said. “We wish to particularly thank the Motor Accident Commission for its support and for the educational seminars held for all footballers and officials.” Southern’s Josh Vick and Central’s Ben Yeomans tied for the 2010 Player of the Championship medal, while Southern’s Simon Dennis was ajudged Coach of the Championships. The Team of the Championships was chosen after the grand final by a panel of selectors.

GRAND FINAL

Southern 9-14 (68) def Eastern 6-9 (45) Southern Districts goal kickers: J Ramsey 4, M Hodge , W Bradley , J Greenbank , M Tonkin, D Westbrook. Best players: J Greenbank, J Ramsey, M Portlock, S Bradshaw, M Tonkin, J Farrier. Eastern goal kickers: M Arnold, S Agars, S Brading, D Stevens, M Duldig, D Hankin; Best players: P Safralidis, A Bachmann, D Stevens, L Kruger, A Prior, B Newberry.

Central Northern Zone

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Goals - Central: Jarrod Gillings 2, Brad Coles 2, Ben Gunning 2, Tyson Willmott 1, Scott Windelborn 1, Christopher Shee 1, Benjamin Yeomans 1 Northern Zone: Greg Phillips 2, Ryan Morris 2, Matt Woolford 1 Best - Central: Hayden Walker, Tallan Leighton, Aidan Zwar, Benjamin Yeomans, Matthew Rosier, Ben Gunning Northern Zone: Jordan Warren, Lindsay Bearman, Damian Ellery, Greg Phillips, Matt Woolford, Ryan Morris

Murray South East 0.0 Eyre Peninsula 0.0

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10.4 2.3

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Goals - Murray South East: Adam Merrett 3, Anthony Kilsby 2, James Dixon 1, Adam Eckermann 1, Luke Duncan 1, Tyson Wait 1, Matthew Scanlon 1Eyre Peninsula: Michael Curtis 1, Matt Keatley 1 Best - Murray South East: Tyson Wait, James Dixon, Luke Duncan, Adam Merrett, Steven Duldig, Robert Jones Eyre Peninsula: Dion Woolford, Jesse Kemp, James Pedlar, Scott Feltus, Dion Harris, Ryan Gurtin

4.1 3.3

9.3 4.6

Eyre Peninsula Northern Zone

Day 2

2.2 1.2

6.2 2.2

7.3 3.5

14.4 3.5

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Goals - Eyre Peninsula: Jarden Stoetzer 6, James Pedlar 3, Michael Curtis 2, Matt Goodwin 1, Ty Habner 1, Jack Kenny 1 Northern Zone: Ryan Morris 2, Matt Woolford 1 Best - Eyre Peninsula: Carl Semmler, Dion Woolford, James Pedlar, Jarden Stoetzer, Jesse Kemp, Ty Habner Northern Zone: Jayden Kelly, Brett Ballantyne, Matt Woolford, Damian Ellery, Lindsay Bearman

0.0 0.0

5.1 1.0

10.5 4.2

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Central 1.0 Murray South East 1.2

2.2 4.7

6.4 5.8

10.6 5.9

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Southern Districts 0.0 Eyre Peninsula 0.0

2.7 1.1

7.8 2.2

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Southern Districts 2.4 Eastern 2.3

4.6 3.5

6.11 4.7

9.14 6.9

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Eastern Northern Zone

Goals - Eastern: Alexander Kennedy 3, Matthew Duldig 3, Leigh Kruger 2, Samuel Agars 1, David Hankin 1 Northern Zone: Jordan Warren 1, Dwayne Colson 1, Ryan Morris 1, Hayden Warren 1 Best - Eastern: Damian Stevens, Leigh Kruger, Sean Brading, Andrew Bachmann, Peter Safralidis, Benjamin Newberry Northern Zone: Luke Ellery, Damian Ellery, Jordan Warren, Matt Woolford, Lindsay Bearman, Adam Noonan

Goals - Central: Scott Windelborn 2, Brodie Murphy 2, Joshua Laube 2, Josh Sidebottom 1, Brad Coles 1, Matthew Rosier 1, Troy Wilkey 1 Murray South East: Liam O’Neil 2, Gerard McGarth 1, Luke Duncan 1, Nick Pearce 1 Best - Central: Scott Windelborn, Brodie Murphy, Josh Sidebottom, Tom Riggs, Connor Healy, Benjamin Yeomans Murray South East: Nick Pearce, Luke Duncan, Matthew Scanlon, Brian Casey, Ryan Eyre, Tyson Wait

Goals - Southern Districts: Josh Ramsey 3, Mitchell Portlock 2, John Pratt 1, Nathan Trethaway 1 Eyre Peninsula: Jesse Kemp 1, Todd Owen 1 Best - Southern Districts: Jared Greenbank, Tyler Harman, Joshua Vick, Jason Farrier, William Bradley, Mathew HodgeEyre Peninsula: Dion Woolford, Jesse Kemp, Paul White, Waylon Johncock, John Sinclair, Scott Blacker

Goals - Southern Districts: Josh Ramsey 4, Mathew Hodge 1, William Bradley 1, Jared Greenbank 1, Matthew Tonkin 1, David Westbrook 1 Eastern: Michael Arnold 1, Samuel Agars 1, Sean Brading 1, Damian Stevens 1, Matthew Duldig 1, David Hankin 1 Best - Southern Districts: Jared Greenbank, Josh Ramsey, Mitchell Portlock, Shane Bradshaw, Matthew Tonkin, Jason Farrier Eastern: Peter Safralidis, Andrew Bachmann, Damian Stevens, Leigh Kruger, Andrew Prior, Benjamin Newberry

Central Eastern

0.0 0.0

4.4 2.2

6.6 6.6

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Goals - Central: Aidan Zwar 2, Christopher Shee 1, Brodie Murphy 1, Brad Coles 1, Benjamin Yeomans 1 Eastern: Matthew Duldig 2, Alexander Kennedy 2, Adam Beauchamp 1, Benjamin Schiller 1 Best - Central: Jon Coombe, Shaun Smith, Benjamin Yeomans, Tom Riggs, Aidan Zwar, Brodie Murphy Eastern: Nicholas Schmidt, Damian Stevens, Leigh Kruger, Andrew Bachmann, Benjamin Newberry, Adam Beauchamp

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Team of the Championships

Back: S Duldig (Murray South East), J Farrier (Southern), M Rosier (Central), S Smith (Central). Midfield: D Woolford (Eyre), B Haskett (Southern), J Dixon (Murray South East), L Kruger (Eastern), A Bachmann (Eastern), J Greenbank (Southern), D Westbrook (Southern). Forward: G McGrath (Murray South East), J Vick (Southern) D Stevens (Eastern), J Ramsey (Southern). Ruck: L Wells (Eastern), L Duncan (Murray South East), B Yeomans (Central). Interchange: M Woolford (Northern), J Kemp (Eyre), M Portlock (Southern), S Windelborn (Central), P Safralidis (Eastern), S Bradshaw (Southern), C Shee (Central). Coach: Simon Dennis (Southern).

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Goals - Southern Districts: Joshua Vick 3, Tyler Harman 2, John Pratt 2, Ben Woolford 1, Jared Greenbank 1 Murray South East: Gerard Mcgarth 3, Adam Merrett 1 Best - Southern Districts: Tyler Harman, Jake Standfield, Jared Greenbank, Shane Bradshaw, Bradley Haskett, Joshua Vick Murray South East: Gerard McGarth, Mark Snowball, Steven Duldig, Adam Eckermann, Luke Duncan, Adam Merrett

Josh Ramsey (Southern) – 7 Jarden Stoetzer (Northern) – 6 Matt Duldig (Eastern) – 6 U21 Player of Championships: Ben Yeomans (Central). Umpire of the Championships: Mark Wilksch (Eastern) Players of the Championships (umpire’s vote): Josh Vick (Southern), Ben Yeomans (Central).

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SPORT v Football

Central takes third place in style Kym Jarman takes a closer look at the 2010 zone championships Game 1:

Central v Northern 10am Saturday July 4 The sun was shining on Berri Oval to start the 2010 State Country Football Championships, although the ground was dewy on top, game one started at a frenetic pace. Tallan Leighton (Two Wells) was busy early across half back, and a good passage of play started by the Two Wells dynamo saw Matt Rosier (Nairne) link handball through the middle of the ground and send Central forward, where Jarred Gillings (Blyth/Snowtown) was outmarked in his first attempt of the match. He would soon make amends however, as vice captain Chris Shee (Onkaparinga Valley) got the full back “cold” holding the ball from behind after much indecision from the Northern big man, Gillings pounced playing on to cooly put away the first goal of the 2010 carnival. Hayden Walker (Balaklava) had the number one ruck duties for Central zone at this year’s carnival, and looked energetic early, getting first hands to the ball in the centre. Good play on the wing from Central again saw them go forward thanks to a 50 metre penalty. Scott Wendelborn (Ironbank) made no mistake from his set shot. Back in the centre, Walker again got first use to Wendelborn and Ben Yeomans (Ironbank), who handballed to Central captain Adam Pitt (CMS Crows) for a dominant clearance. Centre half forward Chris Shee found himself in the “right place” thanks to the ball coming off hands – he snapped truly from 30 metres out and Central had three on the board – signs were good early for Central, who failed to win a game in last year’s carnival. After some tight play on the wing, Northern snuck away with the footy and found their first goal of the weekend after their full forward led into a huge hole left by the Central defence. Centreman Pitt and half forward flank Brodie Murphy (South Clare) were good in the next passage of play, and Gillings had his second goal for Central after earning a free kick. Walker’s tap work was now something to behold as Central again took an easy centre clearance away. Rosier found the leading Gillings and he chipped to Tyson Willmott (Riverton/Saddleworth/Marrabel United) deep in the scoreboard pocket. He then slotted possibly the best set shot of the day from an acute angle. Central were now looking good and incredibly confident. Hayden Walker was showing experience in the ruck, although Northern would get their second goal of the half soon after. Central full back Shaun Smith (Onkaparinga Valley) was great in the air halting the next two Northern attacks. He combined well with John Coombe (Southern Eagles) and Leighton, who provided great run from defence. In the next few contests, Brodie Murphy across half forward competed well in the air and on the ground to keep the ball inside Central’s forward 50. Eventually Ben Gunning (Torrens Valley) broke much congestion and snapped truly. It was Northern who would gain the next two centre clearances, but Tallan Leighton was again excellent for Central. Combining with midfielders Yeomans and wingman Aidan Zwar

(Moonta), the Central trio moved the ball the length of the field where Yeomans collected crumbs off Gillings for Central’s seventh goal. Coming off the bench, Josh Laube (Nairne) was also working hard in the midfield for Central. Tallan Leighton then combined with fellow APFL representative Troy Wilkey (Virginia), who found Willmott who after a long chain of handballs. Willmott used great peripheral vision to find a free Ben Gunning 30 metres out, goaling just prior to the half time siren. After 25 minutes, Central had the match by the throat leading 8-1 to 2-2 at the break. Ben Yeomans was simply sensational in the first half – his leg speed and awareness giving the Central’s midfield much drive. Central’s back six deserved a huge pat on the back, as did their forwards. Central’s conversion rate once inside 50 was amazing – kicking straight certainly helped also. In full control of the match at the break, Central can be forgiven for taking their foot off the pedal in the second half. If only they were to know what results were to eventuate later in the day, they may have developed more of a killer instinct and fired up more at the break. As it was, Northern kicked the first two goals of the second half. The first from a Walker indiscretion and 50 metre penalty, the second from a bad kick-in choice from Central running machine Gunning. The umpires, virtually unnoticed in the first half, were now having a large say in proceedings. Brad Coles (Southern Eagles) was now on the field and positioned up forward, and Tyson Willmott and Aidan Zwar were again good as Central soon found the versatile Yorke Peninsula big man on a nice lead. He kicked truly! Ned Seccafien (Two Wells) and Heath Pym (United) then made their carnival debut’s, both taking the field at the same time. When Coles added his second goal five minutes later, Central had breathing space again, leading by six goals. The Northern side (which included former Hamley Bridge wingman and playmaker Greg Phillips) added their fifth goal after a few minutes of towing and fro-ing, which saw both teams make some skill errors attributed to the greasy early morning conditions. The match was then stopped temporarily after Central forward Jarred Gillings awkwardly threw himself into a contest and came off second best. Needing to be helped from the field, he would see no further part in the carnival. When the final siren sounded minutes later, it was Central the first side on the board for 2010. Their running game and ability to use the corridor with chain’s of handballs was the catalyst behind their 31 point win. Tallan Leighton, Tyson Willmott, Ben Yoemans and Ben Gunning were all excellent in this area. Hayden Walker was judged best on ground for giving his side first use of the ball. Final score: Central 10-6 to Northern Zone 5-5.

Game 2

Central v Eastern 2:40pm Saturday July 4 After both sides defeated Northern zone earlier in the day, on Saturday afternoon it was time for Eastern (Barossa, Light & Gawler, Mallee and Riverland) and Central to face off.

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n Kym Jarman reviews State Country Football Championships Both sides knew a win would see them into this year’s title deciding match on Sunday afternoon. Without the injured Gillings, Brad Coles started the match at full forward and it was Central who had the first two foreys forward, but were unable to capitalise only registering two points as Tallon Leighton (Two Wells) and Tyson Willmott (RSMU) were again looking good for Central. Eastern were the first side to register a major in this match, with Alex Kennedy (Tanunda) kicking truly. Amazingly, the Tanunda club provided eight players at this year’s carnival.

hold sway for a five minute period, but eventually Central broke through the deadlock when Zwar again banged one home. In the dying minutes of the first half, vice captain Chris Shee had a great chance at goal ‘wheeling around’, but could only register a behind. At half time, Central led by 14 points against last year’s runners-up. Although Eastern were good in patches, it was Central who were hitting the packs harder and looked much hungrier than their Eastern opponents. They deserved their half time lead. Eastern gained the first centre clearance after the

However, when Duldig goaled for Eastern, scores were suddenly level. Excitement amongst the crowd was at fever pitch, and knowing the winner would play off for the title, all present were on the edge of their seats. It was Eastern who goaled again from the re-start through Schiller (Tanunda), and now looked to have all the momentum. To Central’s credit, they kept coming and John Coombe in defence set the scene down back rebounding to kick off a play which saw Central find Shee up forward. He agonisingly missed his set shot. With just minutes remaining and with Eastern six points up, they looked to run down the clock. Central manned up with the only option for Eastern ruckman being to “go down the line”, he launched a huge torpedo punt on his home ground which went ‘out on the full’. It gave Central possession, and they made the most

CENTRAL’S Ned Seccefien (Two Wells) is stopped in his pursuit for the ball by Murray South East’s Steve Duldig. After the re-start, Tallan Leighton set up a passage of play to see Brodie Murphy (South Clare) get Central on the board. A great smother in the centre of the ground from Central then saw another goal to Yeomans. It was goal for goal at this stage, with Kennedy kicking truly for Eastern thanks to a fortunate “non-call” of holding the ball on an Eastern player from the umpire. Early signs suggested Central defender Tom Riggs (BBH) would have his hands full with the dangerous Kennedy, but to Riggs’ credit Kennedy would not score again in the match. The next 10 minutes saw some scrambly and pressurised football played within Eastern’s forward 50 as the Central defence battled hard to not concede. They did a great job, and eventually their hard work was rewarded when they orchestrated a great passage of play from a kick-out to find Moonta wingman Aidan Zwar on half forward, the youngster running inside 50 and kicking truly. The next centre bounce saw Hayden Walker brilliantly palm the ball to Ben Gunning who sent Central forward. It was now the Eastern defence’s turn to try and

break with immediate impact. Angaston (and former Glenelg) forward Matthew Duldig got on the board. His Central opponent Shaun Smith then answered back, taking a great grab over the big man moments later. Smith also chased down Eastern’s Sam Agars in a great run through the centre of the ground moments later. The big man looked inspired as Hayden Walker banged to ball forward to find Gunning, who then found Troy Wilkey. Despite a good display, Central couldn’t find a goal in this period until Matt Rosier and Ben Yeomans combined to find Brad Coles, who took a strong grab at full forward and converted accordingly. Central captain Pitt, Rosier and Zwar were all prolific in this period as was defender John Coombe who lifted a notch in this contest – his huge leap, spoiling ability and poise to find a target under pressure was excellent. Unfortunately for Central, Eastern’s Beauchamp goaled which bought them back to eight points down. Eastern then won the centre clearance again with Damian Stevens (Waikerie) playing a great game. Central’s tackling pressure was awesome, as Eastern only managed two minor scores amongst the goings-on.

of it, switching the ball inside and again finding Shee who this time played on and ran inside 50 kicking truly to again tie the scores. It was a great moment for the vice captain, who earlier had missed an important set shot. With scores level one felt a score – any score – would win the match and it was Eastern who sent the ball forward from the centre bounce. This is where the Central defenders made a name for themselves, somehow keeping the ball from crossing the Eastern goal line as the clock ticked down. In a 10 second play, two attempted kicks were smothered and Eastern even tried knocking the ball over the line, but Central held it out forcing a boundary throw in right next to the point post. When the siren sounded to end an extremely exciting match, scores were 6-6 a piece, and the crowd was left wishing the match could have gone for four full-length quarters. Central couldn’t have asked for much more effort from their players, exhausted after 50 minutes of pressure football. A huge positive was when Central needed to “stand up”, they did. If only their kicking at goal was as good as the first match, they

may have won this contest. As it was, Eastern had booked their place in the championship decider thanks to a superior percentage.

Game 3

Central v Murray South East 11:45am Sunday July 5 Sunday’s matches were made of four 20 minute quarters, with no “time-on” giving teams ranked 5v6, 3v4 and 1v2 a chance to face off. So it was Central v Murray South East (made up of River Murray, Mid South East, Kowree/Naracoorte/Tatiara and Western Border football leagues) in the 3v4 clash. Hayden Walker started the match on the bench with Shaun Smith in the ruck. Adelaide Plains duo Ned Seccafien (Two Wells) and Heath Pym (United) started on the wing and in the back pocket respectively. There was some rusty play all round to start this contest, with the first highlight of Central’s day being a great smother by Josh Sidebottom (Blackwood). MSE goaled at the six minute mark. John Coombe (Southern Eagles) was again performing well down back for Central and the skipper Pitt (CMS Crows), along with Heath Pym were all starting to collect numerous touches. Josh Laube (Nairne) was the most energetic of Central’s players, his pass to Coles (Southern Eagles) was a beauty. Coles kicked deep inside forward 50 and Scott Wendelborn (Ironbank) kicked Central’s first goal of the day. The Penola connection of Adam Merrett and Luke Duncan combined and looked to have set up MSE’s second goal, before Heath Pym rushed back to save the day for Central and “soccer” a rushed behind. At quarter time the scores were Central 1-0 to MSE 1-2. After the first break, MSE took the ascendancy kicking two goals. Good work in the centre from Central saw Laube involved in an early possession before following up inside forward 50 to kick his first. Midfielder/forward Ben Gunning – a star for Central on Saturday – started getting plenty of the ball which was a good sign, but again MSE looked the more polished side, and Central only seemed half as sharp as they did on Saturday. MSE kicked two behinds and as a result of bad kicking, kept Central in the match. A great passage of Central play saw Adam Pitt kick long from the wing, with Ben Gunning trapping the ball and playing on to find Shee inside 50. The half time siren sounded and unfortunately for Central, the big vice captain and early favourite for the Adelaide Hills 2010 central division medal missed, and Central trailed the MSE combination by 17 points at half time. Half time scores, Central 2-2 to MSE 4-7. MSE had kicked poorly at goal and should have been further in front. Despite Central players being super-keen to go home undefeated, there was not yet any sign of the style of running game that had served them so well on Saturday. Former Moonta premiership coach Justin Zwar rung the changes at half time to try and breathe some enthusiasm into the Central playing group. Shee was moved from centre half forward to centre half back, and Hayden Walker and Shaun Smith changed ruck at centre half forward,

rather than off the bench. Central immediately won the first centre clearance of the second half, and goaled through Brodie Murphy (South Clare) after a strong grab. Luke Duncan replied for MSE however, and it wasn’t until Tyson Willmott (RSMU) effected a brilliant and inspirational pick up and blind turn to run through traffic and goal at the five minute mark that Central had suddenly awoken. Conor Healy (Bridgewater) made a couple of dashing runs from deep in defence, and Central finally got their “trademark game going” with Pitt (CMS Crows), Rosier (Nairne) and Gunning (Torrens Valley) all in the thick of the play, bringing the ball through the centre. Hayden Walker took a great mark inside 50 but would have been disappointed with the result. Rosier was again involved in the next passage of play, which found Virginia’s Troy Wilkey free to kick his first goal of the day as a forward – and bring Central within striking distance. Rosier was on fire and in every bit of Central’s good play. Murphy and Walker were working as hard as anyone on the ground to keep the ball inside Central’s forward 50, but unfortunately, despite Central’s “frontal pressure” forcing MSE’s defence into making mistakes, their inaccuracy with two gettable shots at goal gave no reward. MSE finally moved the ball down the ground but Central’s John Coombe (Central zone most consistent player of the carnival) again saved his side’s butt. Rosier was again the link man through the middle of the ground, and he found Troy Wilkey inside 50, who goaled on the three quarter time siren to put Central in front and two points up at the final change. It had taken two and a half quarters to get Central’s running game going, but in the third term we saw it on display in all its glory. No other side over the weekend ran the ball as good as Central, and when it clicked they were almost unstoppable. Three quarter time, Central 6-4 to MSE 5-8. In the last term it was all Central as they kept MSE to just one solitary point for the final quarter – running all over the top of the red, black and white side. Firstly Sidebottom goaled after a neat pass from Coles in the pocket. Central’s ‘player of the carnival’ Scott Wendleborn (Ironbank) then chimed in for a goal after a solid weekend of performances in the midfield. Centre half back Shee made a brilliant dash and pick up, and Brodie Murphy again showed his worth in the air and on the ground, keeping the ball in Central’s area. Central’s next goal came from an intelligent contest and punch forward from Laube to reach Pitt, who’s “no fuss” kick forward found Coles who took a “clunker” of a contested grab at full forward. When Murphy snapped a goal to cap off a great weekend for him, Central had completed their third and final game defeating Murray South East by 27 points, a 44 point turn-around after trailing by 17 points in the second term. Central simply ran all over the top of MSE in the second half. Defender Coombe, midfielders Lanbe, Windelborn and Sidebottom plus half forward Murphy were the pick of game number three for Central, as they took third carnival place in style. Final score, Central 10-6 to MSE 5-9.

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Golf Balaklava Ladies

Eighteen players contested the third Captain’s Trophy stroke, combined with secret holes competition, last Thursday. Cathy Redpath was the winner in A grade, with Rose Jenkin runner-up. B grade saw Heather Maxwell taking the honours with Julia Hoskin runner-up. C grade winner was Tania Allen, with Sue Friederichs runner-up. Producer points: Heather Maxwell 5, Cathy Redpath 4, Rose Jenkin 3,Tania Allen 2, Julia Hoskin 1. On Friday July 2 , the team of Jill Taylor, Genni Edwards and Chris Hahesy played in the Two Wells Teams Day competition, coming home with two wins under their belts. Next week: fourth Stableford – NTP – drives near line. Starters: P Hill and T Matz. “The pressure gets worse the older you get. The hole starts to look the size of a Bayer aspirin”. – Gary Player, pro golfer

Kapunda takes out Mid North teams

Winners, from left: Phil Smith (A grade), Brian Paul (B grade) and Brett Freebairn (C grade).

Balaklava Men

Thirty nine players last Saturday competed for the Foodland Trophy and qualifying round of the Winter Cup. Agrade: Ian Michael 82/70 won the day, on a count back from Bill Parkin 73/70, Ron Butterworth 88/73 taking third spot. B grade saw Barrie Thompson 94/72 win from Dean Trickett 95/76, squeezing out Dave Rodgers 95/76 on a count back. Lachlan Michael won C grade and the “Foodland Trophy” with 99/67. Austin Henstridge came in second 96/69, Moody Cup winner Ben Michael 100/70 third. Three of our ladies competed in a stableford event with Chris Hahsey compiling 32 points, closely followed by Joan Anderson on 31 with Cherie Taylor 30. Other scores A grade: C Michael 93/77, G Spence 93/78, M Hamiester 92/80, P Lamont 90/81, R Hart 92/82, T Michael 95/83, D Taylor 96/84, W Lokan 98/87 and A Bastian 102/88. B grade: B. Michael 94/77, D Robinson 98/77, D Addison 100/78, J Curnow 97/79, W Berry 96/79, G Sonntag 100/81, John Michael 101/82, C Temby 111/91, G Toms N/C. C grade: J Taylor 99/73, M Bell 108/74, M Hahsey 109/79. Michael Smith and Barry Olsen played for their handicap. NTP’s went to I Michael (3), W Parkin (8) R Butterworth (10) G Spence (15) D Robinson (17). Ian Michael, Bill Lokan, Geoff Spence and Ron Butterworth all had birdies. Last Sunday week the club was represented at the Crystal Brook Open, where “Big Cal” Michael won the B grade Championship. On Sunday, three stalwarts went to Yacka, A Henstridge Esq coming in third in the C grade championship. Next Saturday is the first round of the Winter Shield and a stableford round. You should report to Barrie Michael, who will ensure you all have playing partners; and at the 19th, Peter Thompson will be your host.

balaklava mid week

Results from June 30. Merv Hameister 41, Barrie Thompson 39, Bill Berry 38, Dene Newton 38, Dean Trickett 37, Chris Hahesy 30, Ian Glover 35, John Curnow 31, Jerry Toms 29, Don Anderson 26, Mike Hahesy 24, Trevor Goodenough 20. Birdies: Merv Hameister No 12, Ian Glover No 6.

BLYTH

Results from Sunday July 4: Clare Financial Services sponsored Ambrose. Men: L Victor, T Victor, S Goode and J Heapy 65/54 3/8, G Hayes, R Darling, AJ Wood and J Agnew 69/55 1/2, M Williams, M Williams, B Spinks and Heinrich 70/57 3/8, A Lloyd, C Lloyd, L Mugge and T Eime 71/57 1/2, B Prior, D Hall, V Hatch and G Giannikos 68/58 3/4, N Johnson, B Klaebe, E Bray and J Hogben 66/59 1/4, T Maxted, N Maxted, G Kakoschke and P Mengersen 72/59 5/8. Mixed: M Deacon, A Bihun, D Golding and S Harrison 67/57 1/4, N Cockburn, J Deacon, E Harrison and M Dyer 67/57 7/8, R Cullen, S Roberts, M Wiech and H Wandel 70/58 3/4, M Finn, J Olsen, M Grocke, R Lamond and J Woods 72/59 1/5, V Bamford, D McSkimming, D Paynter and P Agnew 72/60, S Pocock, A Styles, G Mugge and K Mugge 74/60 3/8, I Zweck, J Zweck, J Kels and K Hayes 73/60 1/2, J Greet, B Peters, M Holstead and C Greet 77/62 5/8, G Walkley, W Carling, R Schultz and B Victor 79/64 3/8 NTP’s: No 6 – M Finn, No 17 – M Wiech. Thankyou to Clare Financial Services for their sponsorship for this event, with 65 players taking to the golf course. Men, this week – Sunday July 11 – third Qualifying Round of Club Championship, Legacy Day – Stableford competition – Donation to Legacy. Ladies results Wednesday June 30: second Qualifying Round of Club Championship – Secret Holes, sponsored by Pages Deli. V Bamford 30, K Mugge 36 1/2, J Zweck 37 1/2 and R Lamond 39, B Victor 48, A Harrison 52 1/2, J Wandel played nine holes. Skins: V Bamford. Next week Wednesday July 14: Longest Drive – sponsored by Clare Auto Pro. Hostess: K Mugge.

Hamley Bridge

Thursday’s stableford round was the second leg of a two day competition held between Tanunda and Hamley Bridge, with one leg played at each club and the overall averages combined for the two rounds – but only for players who have played in both – Tanunda winning the shield again!

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Quiz Night & Tea July 17, 2010

at Balaklava Sports Club after next home game Tea: 5.30pm $15 Adults, $8 kids U12 • Main Meal: Lasagne with salad & wedges • Dessert: Cheesecake or fruit salad & ice cream • Bookings essential 0428 128 919 Quiz: 7pm Tables of 8 $55 or $8 per ticket • Tickets available at door • BYO nibbles • Bar open • Bring your loose change • Lots of prizes Contact Fiona Chapman on 8863 3061 to book a table or purchase tickets

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Men’s Open Day at Owen THE winning Kapunda team, from left: Marianne Daniel, Chris Pfitzner, Lucy Bashford and Carole Molloy. Two Wells Golf Club hosted the annual Mid North District Teams day on July 2. Twelve teams comprising 48 ladies contested the event. The winning team was Kapunda: Lucy Bashford, Carole Molloy, Chris Pfitzner and Marianne Daniel, all four girls winning their matches. Runner-up, with three wins, was Penfield.

Everyone enjoyed the day under a clear sky although somewhat chilly to start with. Thank you was extended to Two Wells Golf Club members for presenting an immaculate course. Two Wells also thanked L’Oreal Paris for their generous donation of skin care items which were used as prizes.

Neil Hurst led the charge for Tanunda with 39 pts, while Doug Cooper flew the flag for Hamley Bridge also with 39. Other Individual scores for both clubs: Colin Doudle 38, Roen Cameron, Trevor Bateman 36, S Abbott ( Tan ) Barry Schwartz, Wally Jackson, Bob Ahola 34, Frank Altman ( Tan) Ross Hienze, Tony Jones 33, Rob Homburg (Tan) Lance Hatcher 31, B Andrews (Tan) Ron Collins, Wim Van Pelt, Anton Noack, John Bell, Roger Hahn 30, Bill Sims (Tan) Don Hemsley (Tan) Noel Stringer, Ian Ferguson, Kieth Kluske,Merv Hamiester 29, Max Grasby, Cliff Applebee 28, Ian Rohde 27, Bob Hillier, Dennis Nation 25, Dennis Hawke 22. Birdies: Dennis Nation (1), Neil Hurst (4 and 17). NTP’s: Merv Hamiester 9th, John Bell 14. Sandy Jackson won the ladies stableford competition, which was the third round of the Captain’s Trophy with 34pts, from Helen Bell 33, while Nancy Bubner won the long drive. On Saturday, players competed for the Alec Jarmyn Memorial Trophy, the individual winner being Lance Hatcher with +9, in a par competition from Vince Zito +8, Dennis Nation +5, Noel Stringer +3, Dean Branson, Wim Van Pelt and Brian Cooper +1, Neville Durdin square. The four-ball better ball side of the competition was won by Lance Hatcher and John Mitchell +10 on a count back from Dennis Nation/Ross Hienze, Vince Zito/Ron Collins and Nevile Durdin/Noel Stringer +10. Birdies: Bradley Zerna, Errol Branson 18th. Bradley Zerna winning the “ Boomerang Throwing competition” on the 11th (best this year!), and Colin Doudles “Fish” drive on 17 plus Anton Noacks “ Crumpet shot” on five Thursday. NTP’s: Ian Ferguson 4th, John Bell 9th. Sunday July 11: Hamley Bridge open day. Members should enter their names on the board, other players should phone Roen Cameron 8522 4331, Roger Hahn 0427 834 673, Anton Noack 0404 468 397 or the club saturday night 8528 2202 (5pm to 7.30pm). Hit off times from 8.30pm.

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Results from July 3. A grade: G Raymond 78/59, J Connell 80/62, G Davis 79/62. B Grade: F Gorey 83/59, J Watts 88/61, D Lowry 89/62. NTP for three on nine and 18: G Davis. Handicap Matchplay: J Pengilly ‘d’ B Murray 3 and 2. Next week: Stableford.

TWo Wells

Saturday July 3. Stroke – second Round Club Champs. Sponsor: Earth Designs – Paul Cook. Another 50 players turned out for the second round of the Club Championships, the course again looking a picture due the hard work of Bobby Hogg, Shorty Paul, John Ball and Brian Prior. On the day, Simon Grigg shot the lights out with 74/58 to keep his old man in second place. Rabbitt shot probably his best score of 79/57 to win B grade narrowly from John Ball 77/58. Malcolm Frost continued his fine form to win C grade with 92/63. All players wish Vicki Wilson a speedy recovery from an operation she had on Saturday. I am sure the pain was dulled a little by the news of her meat tray win. Just a reminder that all the TWGC results can be accessed at http://users.on.net/~stuartg/ Club Champs standings: A grade: 155 S Abbott, C Girling, 157 C Doudle, 160 Simon Grigg, 162 S Francis, 163 L Grafton. B grade: 158 J Ball, 167 Rabbitt, 171 J Weir, 180 Y Frencken, L Zbierski, 182 J Spackman, 183 S Kelly. C grade: 187 M Frost, 191 S Sando, 193 B Prior, 196, K Alexander, A Baker, 197 R Prior, 199 C Weller. Results A grade: 58 Simon Grigg, 61 R Grigg, 64 C Doudle, 66 Stuart Grigg, 67 B Paul, 68, S Abbott, 69 C Girling, I Smith, 70 I Clark, S Francis, L Grafton, 71 P Shields, 75 R Thompson. B grade: 57 Rabbitt, 58 J Ball, 62 J Weir, G Payne, 64 T Clifton, 68 A Gameau, 69 H Linford, J Spackman, R Wendland, 70 Y Frencken, I Gameau, 73 A Bail, J Bowden, D Hall, 74 L Zbierski.

Owen Golf Club hosted its annual Men’s Open Day on Sunday, June 27. Even though entries were down on other years, the 23 players that hit off enjoyed ideal playing conditions and the friendly hospitality that the Owen golf club always offers. Winners on the day were: A grade 27 Hole Champion - Phil Smith 110 (Tea Tree Gully). Agrade 27 Hole Runner Up -

C grade: 63 M Frost, 65 S Sando, 66 J Boon, 67 C Weller, 68 J Gibson, B Prior, 69 K Alexander, 70 M Dimasi, I Telfer, 72 A Baker, D Thompson, 97 P Williams. Ladies: 79 J Holland, 83 E Grigg. Long drives: A: Craig Doudle; B: Jake Bowden; C: Malcolm Frost. NTP’s: 1 – R Grigg, 2 – Rabbitt, 6 – J Ball, 11 – K Alexander, 12 – R Grigg; 15 – G Payne. Birdies: 3 – L Zbierski, V Hatch, 6 – I Smith, 10 – J Ball, Stuart Grigg, 16 – S Francis. Pro’s Approach: Scott Abbott. NAGA: A Bail. Members draw: C Girling. Meat trays: A Bail, I Clark, H Linford, V Hatch, V Wilson. Next week: Stableford, R3 President’s Trophy, BBQ tea after play. – Russell Grigg, Handicapper TWGC.

Hockey under 14

Burra 1 goal defeated Donnybrook 0 Goal: Neil Maxted. Best: Bur – Lachlan Haddow, Neil Maxted, Peter Cornwell; Don – Bryce Mill, Josh Tilbrook, Ellen Canna. Springstown 1 defeated Balaklava 0 Goal: Johanna Dutschke. Best: Spr – James Forrest, Tom Forrest, Johanna Dutschke; Bal – Riley Chapman, Natasha Greenshields, Tyler Milne.

Under 17

Wendouree 6 defeated Donnybrook 3 Goals: Wen – Josh Nourse 2, Zennith Brackstone-Ball 2, Atticus Possingham, Russell Pawelski; Don – Jake Mill 3. Best: Wen – Josh Nourse, Rebecca Taylor, Russell Pawelski; Don – Oliver Pearson, Jake Mill, Alex Takacs. Burra 5 defeated Springstown 0 Goals: Anthony Cochrane 2, Aaron Desmet, Jake Dolphin, Jackson Weiss. Best: Bur – Anthony Cochrane, Aaron Desmet, Cameron Smith; Spr – Matt Forrest, Sam Megson, Tom Forrest.

Women

Donnybrook 5 defeated Springstown 1 Goals:Don – Brianna Cheetham 3, Ellen Canna, Heather Willson; Spr – Jayne Price. Best: Don – Annie Willson, Nicki Hancock, Brianna Cheetham; Spr – Jayne Price Katrina Sanders, Courtney Nourse.

Men

Donnybrook 4 defeated Riverton 0 Goals: Rob Dall 2, Paul Telfer, Laurence Ryan. Best: Don – Rob Dall, Laurence Ryan, Mark Harvey; Riv – Kelvin Tiller, Andrew Chapman, Josh Nourse. Burra 3 defeated Springstown 0 Goals: Anthony Cochrane 3. Best: Bur – Aaron Desmet, Caleb Desmet, Jackson Weiss; Spr – Zoe Yeatman, Derek Upton, Kristian Pawelski. No Hockey played this weekend as we take a break for school holidays. Next round of matches will be played on July 17 at Balaklava.

Shooting Adelaide plains rifle

Results from July 3. Cyclists & Torrens Valley. A Grade: Ken Sellick 198.10, B Grade: G Apthomas 190.3, Sighters: F Pinyon 40.2. Handicap results: K Sellick 98.3, 100.7 (5) 200, F Pinyon 99.5,99.3 (5) 200, P Fry 97.3, 99.2 (5) 200, G Apthomas 94.1, 96.2 (9) 199, P Bradshaw 98.1, 100.6 (10) 199, J Pinyon 95, 95.1 (8) 198, P Gale 100.7, 98.3 (4) 198, W Muhleder 87, 94.3 (10) 191. Phoenix. A Grade: J Samuel 198.6, B Grade: D Clarke 195.10, Sighters: C George 40.3. Handicap results: D Clarke 98.5, 97.5 (33) 238,

Peter Freebairn 124 (Owen). B grade 27 Hole Champion Brian Paul 129 (Two Wells). B grade 27 Hole Runner Up - Vince Zito 129 (Gawler). The winner for the B grade was decided in a play-off. C grade 27 Hole Champion - Brett Freebairn 143 (Owen). C grade 27 Hole Runner Up Jordan Taylor 146 (Balaklava). Veterans 18 Hole Handicap winner: Peter Sullivan (Owen).

C Williams 96.5, 98.4 (33) 236, J Samuel 98.6, 100 (31) 235, C George 97.3, 100 (26) 230, M Challen 99.5, 95.1 (30) 230,M Bialkowski 96.1, 97.3 (31) 228, D Logos 95.2, 97.3 (30) 227, G Henderson 89.1, 99.4 (33) 226. Cyclists & Torrens Valley F Class. F Open: B Moulds 199.11, F Standard: H Bradshaw 195.5, Sighters: H Bradshaw 37.1. Handicap results: B Moulds 100.8, 99.3 (9) 200, H Bradshaw 98.2, 97.3 (14) 200, L Bament 97.6, 97.6 (15) 200, S Mann 96.3, 96.4 (19) 200, A Norman 97.3, 91.1 (18) 200, M Williams 98.3, 91.6 (14) 200, D Zerbe 91.1, 94.1 (19) 200, B Galpin 87.1, 90.1 (18) 195. Phoenix F Class. F Standard: R Mousley 189.3, Sighters: S Cowie 36. Handicap results: J Close 93.3, 93.1 (22) 212, R Mousley 92, 97.3 (15) 207, E Kanik 88, 93.1 (25) 207, S Cowie 93.3, 95.2 (13) 206, M Roberts 89, 90.2 (25) 206. Postal & Railways. A Grade: R Cunningham 198.7. Handicap results: A McFarlane 95.1, 96.3 ,191, S Giles 93, 98.2, 191, V Synusas 95.3, 94.1, 189, I Mackintosh 95.1, 92.3, 187, S Powell 91, 96.1, 187, T Button 89.2, 96.1, 185, M Bethune 93.2, 88.1, 181, M Spendelove 91.1, 89, 180, P Bissett 87.1, 91.2, 178, B Taylor 87, 88.1, 175.

australian clay target

Results from July 3. 30 Target Double Barrel Twilite Shoot: AA: R Borzillo 29/30, A: G Hopgood, B Dempster, J Melisi 30/30, B: T O’Connor, J Holder 29/30, C: J Gilbert 28/30. 5 Target Single Barrel: AA: G Kessegian 5/5, A: J Melisi 5/5, B: B Zanker 5/5, C: G Parente 4/5. 50 Target Single Barrel State Night Championship: AA: G Kessegian 42/50, 2nd: R Borzillo 41/50. A & Overall: B Dempster 46/50, 2nd: J Melisi 43/50. B: T O’Connor 40/50, B Zanker 37/50. C: J Gilbert 28/50, G Parente 24/50. Overall High Gun Grade: A Grade: B Dempster 80/85. Next shoot: Sunday July 18.

Tennis ladies winter

Once again we played a modified version due to illness and lack of available fill-ins, with Pandas 2-15 narrowly defeating Grizzlys 1-15. Pauline Hill and Glenda Shepherd got off to a flyer but Di Taylor and Ruth Martin fought their way back, although to no avail going down 6-5. Glenda had another close win this time with Heidi Zerk against Ruth and Kellie Harrison. In the last set it was Di and Kellie H getting the quick start with Pauline and Heidi making sure everyone got value for their ball money. Great rallies played by all, however Di was determined to get her first win for the season. The match between Koalas and Teddies saw the Koalas winning 4-30 to 2-14 and move into third spot. There were a lot of frilly knickers shown in the match, and with Chris Simon being consistent in that regard, it was always going to be a challenge for her playing top when only filling in for the travelling, Colleen Allen. To make matters worse, she was up against the formidable Mel Moulds. Helen D and Lorraine Jenner had a big win against Mary Connell and Valerie Carling. Helen D followed up with a close 6-5 victory partnering Kerrie Bell against Mary and Kevyna Gardner. Revenge came when landscaper Kevyna dug deep in combining well with Valerie to clinch the final set for the Koalas against Lorraine and Kerrie. Until after the holiday break, when Heidi and Narelle should have recovered from their “wicked” girls weekend getaway. Premiership: Pandas 12; Polars 8; Koalas 6; Teddies 4; Grizzlys 2.

Plains Producer, Wednesday July 7, 2010

SPORT v Football

All eyes on big clash at Virginia •From back Page In the end Mallala did enough to win that match, and remained resilient when challenged. Mallala’s defenders in Heeley, Jennings and co will be looking to get on top in regard to rebounding the Rams’ attacks, however defensive linch-pin David Cawrse thought he had his hands full last game with United’s Sam McArdle. Cawrse was up to the challenge on that occasion, and this week his task is again huge as he tries to nullify APFL leading goalkicker Nicklaus. Achievement is possible, although if the Rams’ midfield are on top there will be plenty of supply. All eyes will be on this one!

and former premiership coach ‘Harry’ Taylor to take over. Taylor is a vocal and passionate club man, so despite the Eagles’ distractions, one feels the Roosters still won’t be in for an easy game this week. Both sides are fighting it out for a finals place come September 4, so this match becomes a crucial game, the winner leaping ahead on the premiership table. The midfield battle holds the key to this one. Alf Steed adds some experience to the Roosters young group of midfield runners, while the Eagles welcomed back former Central Zone captain Joel Wilson a fortnight ago, and boast a star-studded APFL rep midfield which includes David Barnes, Ryan Reid and Jared Wilson. One feels if the Roosters’ young brigade of Hines, Seccafien, Humzy, Allmond, McDonald and co can get on top their confidence and run may see them through. With Joe Hunt returning to the Eagles side after a long lay off last match – with devastating results of seven goals up forward – they also look good should their midfield experience hold sway. Two Wells deserve to go into the match con-

Two Wells v H W Eagles

Eagles will win for new coach Two Wells take on a resurgent HWE side in the first of two consecutive home games this week. The Eagles are ‘back on track’ after their round 7-9 hiccups, with two wins from their last two games against the Rams and Bombers. It must be noted since being defeated by United at Long Plains, the Eagles have defeated a depleted Rams side – which was without Nicklaus, Johnston (suspension) and Matty Young (overseas) – and the Bombers. Their coach also stepped down last week citing work commitments, leaving club president

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H W EAGLES president and former premiership coach Richard ‘Harry’ Taylor has taken over coaching duties after Mark Brandt stepped down recently. With this in mind, Two Wells will be in for a tough game this Saturday.

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Peckers to strengthen claim With a finals place at stake in 2010, I honestly can’t see Balaklava dropping this game. We know the Hamley Bridge Bombers are developing their local talent. Although you more than likely wouldn’t be putting any money on Rian Nelson’s side for an upset win this week, as a Bombers fan you could be buoyed in knowing that the Bombers’ youthful enthusiasm is likely to push Balaklava’s big men, should Hamley Bridge be able to throw caution to the wind and run, run, run this weekend. The Peckers will be looking for this match to be played in the air. With their midfield on top they will want to be as efficient as possible moving the ball forward to their big targets at the goal face. If the Peckers can manufacture a clinical display of ball movement starting with their on-ballers, they will win by plenty. Young Hamley ruckman Justin Schahinger will be looking forward to his match up against Balaklava’s Hayden Walker this week. Walker’s confidence will be up, however, after a strong showing at Berri over the weekend.

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State: Country:

It is with great interest we observe the results of the US winter wheat crop harvest, which started in Texas during April. Reports indicate Oklahoma is close to completion and Kansas is not too far behind. There are several differences between the US harvest and Australia’s, particularly because of the spread of regions. Australian growers crop two relatively narrow bands (east and west coast) that on average produce 20-25 million tonnes of wheat per year. In contrast, the US produces more than 55 million tonnes of five main wheat grades. This is across a vast region encountering a range of different climatic conditions. You may have seen the five grades outlined in market reports, and noticed they are considerably different to those in Australia. To help understand these reports and provide an insight into the world’s largest wheat exporter, each of the grades is identified and explained below. . HRW (Hard Red Winter) – 40 per cent of production: Grown predominantly across the Great Plains from Texas through to Montana, with Nebraska and Kansas being the heartland. With an average protein of around 11-12 per cent, HRW is mostly used for bread flour. HRS (Hard Red Spring) – 25 per cent of production: Primarily grown in the Northern Plains with the majority planted in Montana and North and South Dakota. This wheat tends to provide a higher protein, ranging from 13-14 per cent, and is preferred for speciality breads as well as for blending. SRW (Soft Red Winter) 15-20 per cent of production: SRW is grown in the east of the country from Missouri and Arkansas through to Virginia. The flour milled from this wheat, with lower protein, is used to produce cakes and biscuits, as well as crackers. White Wheat – 10-15 per cent of production: White wheat production areas are spread across the north of the country and include the States of Washington, Oregon and Michigan. These grains are milled to produce noodles, crackers and cereals. Durum – 3-5 per cent of production: Durum is grown predominantly in North Dakota and Montana and used in pasta production.

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For a free quote call Martin 0417 454 395

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

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Electrician

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Fencing

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Chemist

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Lic No’s: PGE 2045 & ACRS: A001510

Reach 7000 readers every week $ by placing your business on these pages

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‘A’ Class Electrician

❋ Wiring ❋ Installation

❋ Repairs & Rewiring ❋ Safety Switches

(P) 8862 2127 (M) 0407 608 445

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

Exterminator

Exterminator 2 ABN: 11623 952 044

Pests and weeds, it’s Judgement day All Pest Problems • Spiders • Earwigs • Bees / Wasps • Termites • European Wasps • Millipedes

• Cockroaches • Mice / Rats • Meat / Bull Ants • Argentine Ants • Small Black Ants

General & Rural Weeds • Three Corner Jacks / Caltrop • Field Bindweed/ Bridal Creeper • Capeweed • Artichoke Thistle • Bathurst Burr • Salvation Jane

• Common Prickly Pear • Castor Oil Plant • White Horehound • African Boxthorn • Silver / Black Leaf Nightshade • Poppy Weed • Wild Turnip

Ring our friendly staff for a FREE No Obligation Quote, & 12 Month Warranty

Phone: 8520 3145 Fax: 8520 3145

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Maintenance

Lloyd’s

Daryle Forbes

RURAL FENCING [ Domestic & Rural Fencing Peter 0427 619 704 David 0428 621 253

Maintenance ABN 58321498535 BLD Lic. 203080

3 General Home Maintenance 3 Industrial & domestic 3 Repairs of all types Mobile: 0417 870 624 Phone / Fax 8844 5214

Prompt Reliable Service

Steve Robertson Plumbing & Gas

Balaklava Fresh Foods

• We come to your & leave you with a firm quote • Do drawing ready for Council approval • Site specific engineers report included

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

Ring Kym 0417 293 196

More convenient than ever. Phone, fax or email an order in. We deliver to Balaklava township

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

18 George St, Balaklava Ph/Fax 8862 1830 E: balaklavafreshfoods@bigpond.com

1 Edith Terrace, Balaklava Phone 8862 1477

Handyman Service

Motor Vehicles

For all your gardening needs… u Pruning u Weeding u Mowing u Gutter cleaning u Rubbish removal u General upkeep u Other odd jobs

Mick Madigan

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

Balaklava Agency Ph: 8862 1333 Fax: 8862 1007

Serving the rural community After Hours: Kelly Evans - Live stock 0418 859 953 Shayn Faehrmann - Merchandise/Agronomy/Accounting 0419 829 243 Mel Haynes - Livestock/Real Estate/Insurance 0408 086 602 Chris Kannenberg - Merchandise 0417 087 319 Geoff Knappstein - Real Estate 0407 790 210 Michael Wildash - CGU Insurance 0457 552 646 Emma Menadue - WFI Insurance 0427 170 821 Ron Sutcliffe - Rural Finance Manager 0439 449 577

v Used Cars v Service & Repairs v Genuine GM Holden Parts v SuperCharge Batteries v Free Battery Testing v Brakes v Standard & Performance Exhausts

Call Rod: 0458 742 259 Hairdresser

Balaklava Shearing Shed

Supermarket

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

Balaklava Motors

• Kiddies haircut corner • Beauty & private waxing room

Your own local store!

PHone: 8862 1030 balaklavamotors@bigpond.com

21 Edith Tce, Balaklava - Ph 8862 1629

13 Wallace Street Ph. 8862 1571, Fax 8862 2096 Rural Supplies

Newsagency

Hairdresser

Cutz ‘N ’ Curlz

Balaklava Newsagency

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

19 Wallace St, Balaklava - Ph:8862 1441

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

Peter Harcourt & Co

and Rural Merchandise

J.C. & A.J. Shepherd

Lic No. R27142

Painter

Corner of George & Scotland St

Phone 8862 1728

Rural Supplies

Tiling

❖ ❖ ❖ ❖

Daco Tiling All types of wall & floor tiling

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

• Free Quotes

Phone 8862 1549 any time

• Taxation consultant. • Accounting & computer services.

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

Phone/Fax 8862 2284

Painter

T.A Redden

Taxation

Rain Water TANKS

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

Hair & beauty

Insurance David Lester Insurance Agencies

Stock Agent

Printing

Holden Specialists Since 1930

No job too small !

Upmarket salon with cheap country prices

Solid Plastering BLD Lic. 46967

Ford motor vehicle dealers

Now serving Balaklava and surround towns

Our price will assure you of a competitive quote

Plumber

McCracken Ford

Rod’s Handyman Ser vice

Endurance Sheds & Structures

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

Motor Vehicles

Fruit & Vegtables

Sheds & Structures

Plumber BLD Lic. 190584

Fencing

TRANSPORT

BALAKLAVA Phone 8862 1866

FERTILIZERS

• Kitchens • Complete Bathroom Renovations •Glass Splash Backs • Leaking Showers • Shower Screens • Water Proofing

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

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

Landscaping

Painter

Salt Damp Solutions

Timber Supplies

WH Treverton

Mid North Salt Damp Solutions

Pergolas - Carports - timber decks

Garden Supplies

Open Days

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

Cousins Garden Sup.

Rocla

Tiver Rd

Muno

Tiver Road, Evanston South Phone: 8522 5122

PAINTER

Wayne 0417 889 753 15 Railway Tce Balaklava SA 5461 Home phone: 8862 1509

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

Wayne Petney 0413 037 074

The Number 1 treatment for curing rising salt damp

•FREE no obligation quote BLD Lic: 219551

Pergolas & Timber

Landscaping

Make your dream garden a reality

Free quotes

Lawns & Gardens

Lawns & Gardens •Lawn mowing •Gardening •Landscaping •Window Cleaning FREE Quotes • Fertilising •Root boosting lawns FULLY Insured • Mulching •Rain water tanks FULLY Guaranteed •Weeding •Rubbish removal Brenton Hissey (m) 0403 018 911 (p) 8525 2572 A/hrs (e) brent_chez@hotmail.com

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Plumber

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

R & M Timber Supplies

Phone: 8522 6504 Fax: 8523 2009

• Let us customise a design for you • Installation service is available • Huge range of timber & hardware at discount prices Lot 9 Kelly Road, Willaston

Screen Printing

Tree Lopping

Embroidery & Screen Printing Specialist

A cut above the rest

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

Phone: Brad 0458 253 952 Septic Tank Cleaning

Peter Thompson Plumbing Contractor

Mobile 0408 816 925 Email: daviddobryan@yahoo.com

MICK 0407 3999 019 or DARYLE 0417 870 624

Verandahs / Carports / Decks • FREE measure & design service (supply & Install) • FREE delivery service • Pinus • Treated pine • Decking • All building materials Setting the standard, quality & design Phone: 8524 2117 Mobile: 0409 093 560 Fax: 8524 2118

Allan Garrard Lic. No. PCL 5676

Cousins

CONCRETE

BLD Lic 224967

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

Tree Lopping

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

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For rent

For Sale

Wanted

Balaklava two bedroom, home. Self contained, $155 per week, air conditioning, F2F Real Estate. Phone Julio 0409 100 062, Balaklava.

Nissan Patrol, 2000, auto, 3.0 Ltr, diesel, L.R. Fuel, dual battery, gas injection, more extras, 125,000 kms. All service books, $22,950, reg no. WOD008. Phone 0427 976 040.

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

Three bedroom house for rent. Northern end Johnson Street, Port Wakefield, $240 per week. Contact Fred 0419 035 522. Three bedroom large house. Corner position, town centre, close to shops and schools, $230 per week. 28 Humphry Street, Balaklava. F2F Real Estate 0409 100 062.

For Sale 15ft Savage Runabout fishing/skiing boat. 150hp Mercury Motor. New trailer brakes, trim and tilt and navigation lights. $3,000 o.n.o. Phone 0400 190 582.

2009 VE SV6 ute, silver, 6 speed manual, 20,000 kms, bluetooth, tinted windows, hardlid, excellent condition, 18 inch mags, sheepskin seat covers, $29,500. Phone 8864 2220 or 0429 642 221. Falcon 1987 XF sedan, auto, air conditioning, CD player, 12 slotter mag wheels, new tyres, body good, reg no. UDV 922, $1,200 o.n.o. Phone 0400 169 698. Firewood for sale, cut and delivered, kindling available. Phone/mobile: 0407 896 159 or after hours 8865 2127. Firewood - top quality split red gum, $250 per tonne. 1/2 tonne loads available. All loads weighed. Free delivery to Owen & surrounding areas. Phone 0412 887 040 anytime. Ford Territory, 2005, 98,000 kms, black, 4 door wagon, 7 seater, auto, inbuilt DVD player, 6 stacker CD, mags, tinted windows, cruise control, new tyres, tow bar, very good condition, $19,990. Phone 0488 058 148 or 8862 1355. Honda XR250R, 2003, 6,000 km renthal bars, bark busters, bash plate, new tyres, reg no YYO 630, $4,000. Ph 0407 619 069.

Oaten chaff, good quality. Balaklava Museum. Phone 8862 1139. Photocopier - Sharp AR-M205 with document feeder and duplex unit, excellent condition, low volume work history, $1,200 o.n.o. Ring 0408 495 076 for more information. Rover Chip ‘N Shred mulcher. Large 240 volt, Australian made, good condition, new, $1,050, sell $500. Phone 8862 2272 or 0412 809 336. Samsung (new) 216 Litre fridge, model SR216MNE, never used, cost price $500 - sell $375 neg. Phone 0409 693 626 or 8862 1769. sixteen ft poptop A Van caravan, air conditioning, hw service, rollout awning, 12v battery and water system, excellent condition, rego YDR 668, $23,000. Phone 8862 1293 or 0428 893 602. Steel tray 2.1 x 2.75 suit F-Series Ford or similar, includes custom side tool box, mud flaps, lights, c/p floor, as new condition, $600 o.n.o. Alloy tray 2.3 x 2.6 drop sides suit F-Series Ford or similar, very good condition $600 o.n.o. Ph 8529 2320 Dublin. Trailer - all steel c/p floor, new tyres. Registered to July, 2010, excellent condition. Phone: 8862 1901.

Workmans caravan, kitchen, eating area, small office area $3,500. Electric king size single bed $1,200. Three wheeled walker $70. Back massage pillow $25 - can use in car. TV/Video cabinet $25. Phone 8527 8276 after 6pm.

Garage Sale Balaklava - 2 Virgo Tce, July 10 & 11, 8.30am - 4pm. Furniture, whitegoods and sundries

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

Coming Event Pinery Red Cross

Holden Rodeo, dual cab utility, 2006, white, great condition, automatic, reg no. XNT 371, $16,500 o.n.o. Phone 0411 500 969.

Guest Speaker:

Mark Wasley Talks about his years in the Police Force

Friday July 16 7.30pm at Pinery Hall

• Admission $10 • Includes supper, lucky door prize, trading table Hyundai Excel, 1995. Reg WKX192. 2 door 5 speed man, a/c, p/steer, cd, mags, body kit, custom interior. Very sporty, great car. $4,500 ono. Phone 0438 041 491. Massey Ferguson 135 diesel tractor, good condition, both tyres recently replaced, 3 point linkage, roll-over protection frame, includes slasher, $8,000 or very near offer. For enquiries phone 0400 290 687.

Balaklava Markets July 31

at Bellies Junction (old Balaklava Railway Station) • Open 8am • $5 per stall • Stallholders welcome • Stallholders from 6.30am

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Wanted to Buy VALIANTS wanted AP5 to CL sedans, wagon, utes, parts, anything considered. Ph Joe 0439 339 634.

Work Wanted Pruner for gardening work wanted. Port Wakefield. Phone 8867 1169.

60th Birthday

Guess who’s 60? Best wishes. Love from all of us.

Birth Manuel - Andrew and Merridy are delighted to announce the fast arrival of their third child, Joshua John, born June 30 weighing 8lb 4oz. Thanks to Lisa, Merridy and Sylvia and staff at the Clare Hospital. Another grandson for Margaret Manuel of Balaklava and John and Pat Casey of Peterborough.

Death H E W E T T P e t e r, B o r n 5.12.32, passed away 27.6.10 in Perth, aged 77. Loved husband of Bev, father of Mandy, Caroline, Penny & Peter (Jr), youngest brother of Sylv, Bill and Mary, brother-in-law of Nic (dec.), Joy & Ralph. Our thoughts and prayers are with Bev and family. Bill & Joy Hewett, Ron & Cheryl, Kerri, Jim & Ellie, Trish and families.

In Memoriam Newton - Russell Roy. In loving memory of our dear husband, father, father-in-law and grandpa. Passed away July 5, 2007. Remembering you is easy, we do it everyday. It is the heart ache of losing you will never go away. We will never forget you. Ada, Susan & Peter, David & Julie, Judy & Trevor and your seven grandchildren.

Coming Event Blyth Cinema★

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

• Bright Star (PG) ★ ★ ★ Keats romance-Abbie Cornish - Wed July 7, 7.30pm • The Hurt Locker (MA15+) ★ ★ ★ ★ Academy Award Winner - Fri July 9, 8pm • Fantastic Mr Fox (PG) ★ ★ ★ ★ Family movie, all tickets $5 - Sat July 10, 6pm - Thurs July 15, 2pm • Alice In Wonderland (PG) ★ ★ ★ Johnny Depp, Helen Bonham-Carter, Family movie - Sat July 10, 8pm - Fri July 16, 8pm • The Princess & The Frog (G) ★ ★ ★ Family-Animated, Tickets $5 - Wed July 14, 2pm • Dear John(M) ★ ★ Tatum Channing, Amanda Seyfried -Rom/Drama - Sat July 17, 8pm - Fri July 23, 8pm Tickets: •Concession/Student $8 •Child $5 •Adults $10 •Family tickets $25 (2 +2) extra child $2.50

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3 Full Dolby digital surround sound 3 Candy bar 3 Air Conditioned BOOKINGS 8844 5175 - (between 2pm - 5pm)

Paskeville Football Club

Rowland - Thank you for all greetings extended to me - during June - Fay.

Coming Event

Balaklava Meals on Wheels

AGM July 20

1.30pm at Lutheran Church Hall

• Afternoon tea • Guest speakers

toWomen Women Invitation to

To group for forwomen womenwho whoare are To attend attend aa support support group experiencing the ongoing effects of abusive experiencing the ongoing effects of abusive relationships, whether still living in the relationrelationships, whether still living in the relationship ship or after separation. or after separation. You are invited to attend this free 10-week You are invited to beginning attend this on free 10-week group, group, beginning on

Tues July 20 2010 from 11am to 3pm Tues July 20 2010 from 11am to 3pm It will be held in the Community Room,

It will be held in Community behind thethe Clare Hospital Room, behind theisClare Hospital Lunch provided Lunch is provided To you would would like like more more To register register for for this this group, group, ifif you information have childcare or transport information ororhave childcare or transport needs, or Hilary Hilary on on 88413500 88413500 needs, please please ring ring Rose Rose or

Balaklava Area Committee

AGM

is to be re-convened on

Wednesday August 4 - 7pm RSL Room, Balaklava Civic Centre

Be part of the future of this town! All interested people welcome. Nomination forms for committee available at The Plains Producer office during office hours. Nominations must be received by the returning officer, Steve Jonas, at Wakefield Regional Council by 5pm July 31, 2010.

presents

2010 Cabaret Live Band “Usual Suspects” & Local DJ

Saturday July 31 8pm till 2am

• Location: Paskeville field day site •$12 admission at door • Free bus returning to Kadina

CLARE & GILBERT VALLEYS COUNCIL

Thank you Many thanks to Dr Tom Lemon and staff for their support and care of Colin Webster. Thank you for cards. Coin you are sadly missed. Dearly remembered in our heart. Love you always. Dawn and family.

Coming Event

Clare & Gilbert Valleys Council will be holding a drumMUSTER collection at the Rhynie Refuse Depot on July 26 & 27, 2010. Only containers carrying the drumMUSTER logo will be accepted. All containers must be correctly cleaned both inside and out (including threads) and allowed to drain to ensure they don’t contain rinse water (refer to the Avcare Standard for Effective Rinsing brochure or www.drummuster.com.au). Unclean or partly filled containers cannot be accepted. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL BOOK EARLY TO ENSURE YOUR PLACE Phone the Clare Office on 88426400 to make a booking and indicate the number of drums to be delivered. Bookings close 5pm on Thursday July 22, 2010 RD Blight - CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Balaklava Community Library

FREE BEGINNERS COMPUTER LESSONS for over 50’s

• From Monday July 19, 2010 To make a booking please phone the Library on 8862 1336

Tenders

Yorke Peninsula Field Days Inc Tenders are called and invited for provision of 2,000 small square bales of straw/hay for the 2011 YP Field Days three-day event at Paskeville on

Tuesday September 27 Wednesday September 28 Thursday September 29, 2011 Provision includes delivery to YP Field Days exhibitor sites prior to the event. All tenders and enquiries welcome For details and further information please contact YP Field Days Administrator, Elaine Bussenschutt Telephone 8827 2040 Fax 8827 1011 Email ypfd@netyp.com.au All Tenders must be submitted in writing to: YP Field Days Administrator, Elaine Bussenschutt, PO Box 162, Kadina SA 5554 Neither the lowest nor indeed any tender may necessarily be accepted. Tenders will close at 5p.m. on Friday July 23, 2010

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Position Vacant

Cleaner

Public Notice

DEVELOPMENT ACT 1993 DISTRICT COUNCIL OF MALLALA NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CATEGORY 3 DEVELOPMENT Pursuant to Section 38 (5) of the Development Act, 1993 Notice is hereby given that an application comprising a C AT E G O RY 3 DEVELOPMENT has been lodged with the Council for development assessment. Details of the a p p l i c a t i o n a re a s follows:DEVELOPMENT NO: 312 / D018 / 09 APPLICANT’S NAME: A & O Morias and V Mitroploulos N at u r e O f T h e D evelopment : Division of one allotment in seven for rural living purposes, and associated roadway. SUBJECT LAND: Lot 480, 51 Bethesda Road, Lewiston, Hundred off Port Gawler, CT: 5380/623 Z O N E : R u ra l L i v i n g (Animal Husbandry) The application may be examined at the Offices of the Council located at 2a Wasleys Road, Mallala during normal business hours and any person or body affected may make relevant rep re s e n t a t i o n s i n writing concerning this application to reach the District Planner at 2a Wasleys Road, Mallala not later than July 21, 2010. Each person making a submission should indicate whether that person wishes to appear personally or be represented by another party before the Council in support of that submission. Please note that, pursuant to Section 38 (8) of the Development Act, a copy of each representation received will be forwarded to the applicant for a written response. Signed: Brendon Schulz Authorised Officer Date: July 7, 2010 THIS IS THE FIRST AND ONLY PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

DEFENCE PROOF & EXPERIMENTAL ESTABLISHMENT PORT WAKEFIELD: LIVE FIRING RANGE WARNING NOTICE Test and evaluation activities involving static firings and/or firings of naval and artillery weapons are conducted at the Proof and Experimental Establishment Port Wakefield throughout the year. The Proof and Experimental Establishment Port Wakefield is a vital Defence test and evaluation capability that has supported Defence since 1929. These firings may require specific tidal or weather conditions, and are critical for the safety of current and new Defence capabilities. Members of the public may notice noise, vibration, flashes and/or smoke during the testing. There is no risk to the public outside of the gazetted Defence Practice Areas. For reasons of public safety, there is a permanent exclusion zone covering land, sea and air around the Port Wakefield Establishment. Specific details on the Port Wakefield Prohibited Area can be obtained from Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No GN 26, 4 July 1990, and is shown on the diagram below. Trespassing in this Area is strictly prohibited and very dangerous due to the presence of unexploded bombs. Any person found within the Prohibited Area or on Defence land will be subject to prosecution. Specific test and evaluation activities may also require restricting public access to the Port Wakefield Defence Practice Areas over specific periods with these areas articulated in the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. GN 40, 7 October 2007, and also identified on the diagram below. This may affect access to the Gulf of St Vincent at Port Wakefield and Port Parham. If any member of the public has inquiries in relation to these activities please contact Proof & Experimental Establishment Port Wakefield – Range Control, on (08) 8867 0270 between 8.00am and 4.30pm weekdays or the Proof & Experimental Establishment Port Wakefield – Security Office, on (08) 8867 0299 outside these hours.

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

ELECTRICIAN

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

“A” CLASS - ( 2 Positions ) Primo Quality Meats, Port Wakefield SA

Primo is an industry leading meat processing facility. We have vacancies in our maintenance team for “A”Class Electricians. To have any of the following skill sets would be an advantage; • Production line experience • PLC knowledge

Previous experience in either free-to-air installations, electrical, electronics, telephony and video tuning or cabling will be an advantage, but not essential. Please email or fax your resume to: recruiting@accesstv.com.au, or fax to (07) 5582 5283, quoting REF:SAA044, by July 15, 2010.

Some weekend and out of hours work is required. Above award wages apply. For further information, please contact Grant Manners 88671088 or Email gmanners@primosmallgoods.com.au

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PRIMO QUALITY MEATS PO BOX 500 PORT WAKEFIELD

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• Repairs & property maintenance • Cornice • Extensions • Line Garages & Sheds • Water damage & Insurance claims

Employment Vacancy POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Dog Registration 2010/2011 All dogs over 3 months of age must be registered with your local Council Dog registrations renewals are now due and it is the owner responsibility to: • Register the dog by August 31, 2010 - a late fee of $15 per dog and $65 for a Business Registration will apply to re-registrations if not paid prior to this date; • Advise Council if you no longer own the dog or if the dog is deceased; and • Notify Council of any changes to your address within 14 days. An expiation fee of $80 applies to unregistered dogs. Please Note: Registration Renewals • Concession - Proof of continued entitlement required. (Responsibility is on dog owner to advise of any changes in entitlements to this concession). • Concessions are only available for two dogs per person. New Registration • Desexing Rebate– Veterinarian’s Certificate is required. • Microchip Rebate– Microchip Certificate is required with microchip Number. • Training Rebate– The Dog and Cat management Board Certificate of Achievement Required. (available from most Dog Obedience Clubs). Fees for re-registration can be paid over the internet on www.mallala.sa.gov.au . New Registration can be paid At the District Council of Mallala Office at Mallala or The Visitors Information Centre at Two Wells by attending in person. All registration fees and available rebates can be viewed on www.mallala.sa.gov.au. P Buttery DOG MANAGEMENT OFFICER

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Responsible, flexible and honest persons of any age (mature age persons welcomed to apply) to work in a roadhouse Job description includes: • Serving of customers • Cleaning • Console operations • Cooking (after training) • Stock control No experience necessary as the successful applicant will undergo a training program. The hours of employment will vary and will include weekends, however the roster may cater for an alternate weekend off. For full details of the job description – to be discussed at interview. Please ring Eddy on 0400 424 125 / 8867 1104 between 9am and 4pm Monday to Friday. Wakefield Plains Medical Clinic Position Vacant

Receptionist

Mark 0417 810 940 Kym 0424 053 441 BLD 197938

MID NORTH

PEST & WEED CONTROL Specialising in the eradication of ... ✓ Flies, Fleas, Misc. Pests ✓ Rats & Mice ✓ White Ants ✓ Cockroaches ✓ Spiders ✓ Weed Spraying

Health Comm. Lic. No. 12

Guess who’s 50? Hope you enjoyed your birthday. A little less hair and a few more wrinkles, but we love you all the same. Lots of love from your wife Jacquie, your children Cheyanne and James, Mum & Dad and your good friend Tracey. xxx P.S. Sorry I let cat out the bag!! Never was any good at keeping Mum (-:

11 hours a week, job spec available at centre. Application to close on Friday July 9. Applications to: The Director, Balaklava Community Childrens Centre

FREE NO OBLIGATION QUOTES

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

2 days/week

The successful applicant will provide high quality reception and administrative services in our busy general practice by using: • Excellent communication skills • A high standard of IT skills • Professional and courteous presentation

Murray Pest Control LOWER NORTH

The applicant must be flexible and able to work extra hours to provide relief cover as required. Enquiries/job description: please contact Helen Walker on (08) 8862 1444 or email hwalker@wpmed.com.au Written applications by close of business Monday July 19, 2010

Termites & all pests managed Kapunda, Tarlee, Owen Mallala, Two Wells, Dublin & Right Across the Lower North Simon & Jess Davies

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Real Estate Plains Producer

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Stylish, modern and great value

RLA 223600

THIS exceptional house at 17 Roberts avenue, Balaklava, has immaculate presentation and modern floor plan. It is attractively priced at $295,000. The stylish brick veneer home welcomes you with a spacious tiled hallway as well as decorative pillars to the entrance into the formal lounge. The carpeted bedrooms are all conveniently entered from the passage with the centrally positioned three way bathroom close by. The main bedroom has the added convenience of a walk in robe and ensuite access to the bathroom. n CONTACT the agents, Peter or Tania Butterfield on 8862 2172.

BALAKLAVA PHYSIOTHERAPY

Lower Light

Chiropractor

Septic Suckers Phone Roger: 0428 419 133

EPA18322

7 Days Service!

House of the week

Darren Davey & Rodney Burgess Also visiting

Balaklava

12 Harris St Country living at its best Beautifully presented family home feat 3 ample bedrooms with built in robes, garage under main roof, eat in kitchen, polished floorboards, air conditioning, 2 showers, rear covered outside entertainment area, glasshouse plus a huge 30 x 30 workshop. What a bargain! Open: Sat 12.00 - 12.45pm Price: $230,000 - 250,000 Agent: Ian Sullivan 0425 660 550

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20 Richardson St

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How Sweet it is Featuring 2 generous size bedrooms, the master offering panoramic views from the balcony, large formal lounge, well equipped kitchen including dish washer, plenty of bench & cupboard space, ample air conditioning and combustion heater. Outside there is a large entertaining area, double garage, the property is fully fenced and is perfectly located in a quiet street for a peaceful & relaxed lifestyle. Open: Sat 2.15 - 3pm Price: $250,000 - 270,000 Agent: Ian Sullivan 0425 660 550

43 Wallace Street A True Country Hacienda Features 4-5 generous bedrooms, attractive kitchen & formal dining, air conditioning, ceiling fans, space heating, carport, 2 wc’s, large garden shed and wait for it……Electricity Solar Panels! Large family home with loads on offer. Open: Sat 1.00 - 1.30pm Agent: Ian Sullivan 0425 660 550

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Lot 36 Boronia Crt Balaklava $285,000 Brand new and waiting for you Open for Inspection: Saturday July 17, 10am Want a brand new house without the wait? This four bedroom family home in Balaklava’s newest residential estate is ready for you. The home features a fully tiled modern open living area, as well as the luxury of a WIR and ensuite in the master bedroom. Two of the remaining bedrooms feature BIR’s and all four rooms are newly carpeted. Accessible via the open living area, is a double garage with remote control roller door. Built on a corner allotment, the backyard allows handy access to vehicles and provides plenty of room for outdoor living. To top it all off, the front yard has been freshly landscaped. Sound too good to be true, take a look for yourself.

Other Listings • Zank’s Place..................................P.O.A. • 6 Charles Street..................$187,500

Brock Harcourts Rural Balaklava

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list and sell with us your local agent Balaklava $149,000 7 Phillips Street

Balaklava $155,000 22 Humphrey Street

Balaklava $150,000 24 Railway Terrace

Port wakefield $220,000 12 Mine Street

Ideally located & affordable stone cottage

Affordable 3 bedroom home on a 880m2 block

Approx 2078m2 with potential to develop, pending approvals.

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

• Large Carport • Good Tenant In Residence

Snowtown $220,000 23 First Street

• As new kitchen • Immaculate presentation • Large living area

• 2 big bedrooms • Great investment • Very affordably priced

Balaklava’s Number 1 name in Real Estate Plains Producer, Wednesday July 7, 2010

It’s a new subdivision & 4 x 3 bedroom homes are available • New 3 br home • R/C air conditioner • tiled floors • easy care garden

• dishwasher • affordable price

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

• French Doors To Courtyard • Ducted A/C, Gas Heating

SNowtown 31 East Terrace

$99,000

Affordable Home • Rare low price bracket • Low maintenance • 3 bedroom so be quick • Currently rented $130 per week

• 4 br or office/workroom • Lounge, renovated kitchen/dining, laundry, bathroom and sep toilet

• Air con, ceiling fans • 2 rain water tanks • Adjoining allotment can also be purchased

Under Contract • Sect 496 Halbury • Lot 175 March St, Bowmans • 60 Railway Tce, Balaklava

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Tough call for APFL Decision on Zone game ‘no show’ penalty to impact on local games

No defeat but no win for Central A spirited and passionate performance from the Central Zone team at this year’s state country football championships at Berri saw the side (made up from Adelaide Plains, Yorke Peninsula, North Eastern and Hills Football Leagues) undefeated throughout last weekend. Central, which included Adelaide Plains players Hayden Walker (Balaklava), Tallan Leighton (Two Wells), Troy Wilkey (Virginia), Heath Pym (United) and Ned Seccafien (Two Wells) made a massive turnaround after failing to win a match in 2009 and finishing sixth out of six teams just a year prior. Playing two matches (of two 20 minute halves) on Saturday the Central side easily accounted for the Northern Zone (Spencer Gulf, Broken Hill, Whyalla, Nortern Areas and Woomera) in game one, before playing a part in what was the most exciting game of the carnival – amazingly drawing with Eastern (Barossa, Light & Gawler, Mallee and Riverland) in their afternoon fixture 6.6 apiece on Saturday afternoon. In Sunday’s full length match Central defeated Murray South East by 27 points an another display of awesome running and open style football coming from behind to claim third place honours overall and leave the 2010 State Championship Carnival undefeated. Given the carnival set-up sees the two “highest ranked” sides going through to the major final on Sunday afternoon, unfortunately Central was consigned to playing off for “third place” in its Sunday match rather than playing in the championship final thanks to the fact Eastern had beaten Northern by a goal more than Central in their corresponding fixtures on Saturday. Although Central and Eastern finished Saturday’s matches on equal points EastPICTURE: Peter Argent ern’s percentage saw them with the right to meet Southern Districts in the 1.30pm by 23 points to win their second consecu- n TALLAN title deciding match on Sunday. Southern was the only undefeated side tive state championship. Leighton’s attack n Continued Page 18 after Saturday’s two games and went on to on the ball was n NEFL comment – Page 17 win the 2010 carnival, defeating Eastern sensational.

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A decision taken last night by the Adelaide Plains Football League (APFL) board was expected to impact on this weekend’s round of matches. No matter the decision, it will be interesting to see the wash-up from the APFL hierarchy regarding Mallala players not making themselves available for selection in the weekend’s Central Zone carnival side. The APFL met last night – after the Plains Producer’s publication deadline – to decide what, if any, penalty should be imposed on the players. Undefeated Mallala sits top of the APFL table and star players Jason Earl, Joel and Ryan Montgomerie and Christian Rimmer were all invited to train with the Central Zone squad last week – but all failed to front. The four players therefore were deemed ‘unavailable for selection’ when the Central Zone side was picked last Wednesday night. Following the fallout from this year’s Landmark Cup weekend where seven APFL players were suspended (including two who were interstate and one in a wedding who would have missed even a local game) it was expected in local football circles the APFL would again stick to its guns and the precedent it previously set – and come down hard on the players. Any other decision would certainly be a talking point around local grounds this weekend. The ironic thing is the Central Zone squad trained at Mallala (of all places) and players from Yorke Peninsula, North Eastern and Hills competitions all made long trips to Mallala to attend. The wash up of the APFL’s decision this week will clearly affect the outcome of this week’s Rams v Pies clash. If the four players in question do not play it will mean Mallala is without its first choice midfield.

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KYM’s KIss of Death: Virginia by 25 Balaklava by 65 HW Eagles by 10

This will surely mean Virginia, boasting a strong engine room themselves, could chalk up a much-needed win against the Magpies and be gifted two match points. They have Central Zone representative Troy Wilkey, the energetic Caleb Howell and 2008 Plains Producer Medallist Matthew Young to take the game right up to the Magpies. A win this week would be a huge result for Virginia as it will effectively be a win the other challengers fighting for those last few finals places aren’t likely to get. Another ironic point is Virginia was the club most affected by the Landmark Cup weekend aftermath, with key midfielder Anthony Johnston and full forward Brendan Nicklaus (a man with the most legitimate excuse ever) were both slapped with one match suspensions for ‘nonavailability’. Without knowing the outcome of the APFL meeting it is hard to predict the result of this one. We do know Mallala were pushed by lowly United in their last outing – how much can we read into this? Or can the 10-point margin in that match before the weekend off simply be attributed to the “local derby” factor. • Continued Page 21 PP0309

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