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Terry Williams

HIS week residents eligible to vote in local government elections are faced with a series of choices. The first is to do nothing. To ignore the voting pack and with it an opportunity take decisive action in electing your representative to Wakefield Regional Council (WRC), District Council of Mallala (DCM) and Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. To not vote when you have the opportunity is apathetic and uncaring; your indifference shows you clearly deserve what you get and therefore have no right to complain about council’s actions. We need open and fair local government and this newspaper urges incoming councillors in all wards to have their say, not only in meetings but through our columns. What is the point of being in council if you are not willing to give a public opinion? How else are residents to know why you think that way – or if, indeed, their choice of councillor was good or bad. We make this plea because the Plains Producer, despite council websites, newsletters and the like, in reality remains about the only popular information source for most residents. In WRC’s Central ward five candidates will contest what is looming as Balaklava’s most important council election for many years. Of the five, four are farmers or retired farmers. Nothing wrong with that in an area which owes its very heart and soul to farming – though they will be conservative. But at least they will be optimists – otherwise they wouldn’t be farmers. It is optimism and opportunism we require at all councils over the next four years, but

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Important for all towns, but for Balaklava a chance to really move forward. Can the Central ward candidates meet the challenge? most importantly at WRC, where it has been something of an “annus horribilus” for both elected members and council staff. The staff are often between a rock and a hard place, trying to placate ratepayers and councillors and run a very tight budget tinged with red. It is no easy task and the troops do remark-

council’s aims. It is the new council which must now move on. The Evans debacle is done and dusted; the Port Wakefield CWMS issue is all but resolved. Learn from these and proceed without future meetings being clouded with acrimonious sledging and finger-pointing. Get on with the job of delivering growth

All the candidates: Pages 8 – 11 ably well with the resources they have. But all decisions ultimately must have the imprimatur of the council and it is the elected members who must show leadership of and for our community; not necessarily the council staff, who are there to facilitate

and services, as achieved by past councils which have given us Hayfield Plains and Wattle Ridge – the first real developments in Balaklava for many years. Now we need a new council with similar vision, innovation and inspiration. We need a

council which recognises all towns but which realises Balaklava is its major growth centre. We need councillors who will be decisive and not procrastinate. We need councillors who will set their own targets and not necessarily accept what is dished up to them. Whilst council’s officers cannot be anything else but open and accountable, we need more of that in the chamber. For example, did you know at one of its last meetings before going into “caretaker mode” WRC voted to consider legal action over unauthorised use of land in the Avon area. This information can be found on council’s website in the minutes of the July 28 meeting. But that’s all we know. It was voted it should be discussed in confidence. n TURN TO PAGE 8

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Exceptional and continual contribution to the agricultural industry has earned Mallala farmer John Lush industry honours. Mr Lush features among the industry’s highest achievers after receiving the Services to Primary Production award at the Advisory Board of Agriculture’s (ABA) award night on Wednesday, October 14. He said it was a “nice and honourable feeling” to win and be recognised by the ABA. “It makes me feel like some of the things I’ve done over the years were worthwhile and appreciated,” Mr Lush said. A prominent figure in the grains industry, Mr Lush has sat on 24 boards including Grains Council of Australia, Pulse Australia, Mallala Agriculture Bureau, National Farmers’ Federation and SAFF. The award also recognises Mr Lush as someone who exemplifies the objectives of the ABA. Mr Lush farms 1800ha near Mallala

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Syngas Limited’s managing director, Merrill Gray and Michael Fetherstonhaugh, from Enterprise Connect, were in Balaklava to speak at the Regional Development Australia (RDA) – Yorke & Mid North annual business dinner on Monday night. The dinner was held for about 50 people at Balaklava Golf Club, with many local business owners attending. Local cafe owner Wendy Schulz and her team catered.

Mr Fetherstonhaugh, who is a business advisor, spoke about funding opportunties for small to medium-sized businesses. Syngas Limited is an Australian Stock Exchange listed oil and gas company developing both coal and biomass projects. Syngas is at bankable feasibility study stage of development of the Clinton Project, located 120 km north west of Adelaide.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Clarification over council issues Mr D Pain’s comments on the Evans case, Port Wakefield CWMS and the Balaklava Waste Transfer Station (letter, page 2 Plains Producer October 20) require a little clarification. With the Evans case, what continually fails to be mentioned on this topic is the court that deals specifically with development applications (ERD Court) found in favour of council. WRC was complying with their development plan which allows for developmental control over urban, rural and commercial developments. Port Wakefield CWMS – with all the negative publicity, this program has received – still is on track to proceed as planned. Port Wakefield residents are satisfied their connection point locations are in their preferred location and the vacuum system component has been tested and commissioned. Apart from residents’ concerns over their connection point of which some were moved without consultation, but later returned, the program has progressed well. Unfortunately it was a small group of residents who were objecting (of which some had no concerns with their connection point at all)

that made it appear the program was flawed. It unfortunately caused a lot of angst in the community, particularly for the elderly, with very little changing in the end. Mr D Pain is aware of, and makes reference to the Ombudsman investigations knowing full well that having an investigation conducted is no indication of guilt – let’s await the outcome. The petition is not about CWMS connection locations, it calls for independent investigations into Wakefield Regional Council, the Local Government Association and Office of Business and Consumer Affairs and their procedures and involvement in the Port Wakefield CWMS. The Balaklava waste transfer station – yes it may not “now” be the best location in relation to Wattle Ridge. However, it was there before Wattle Ridge. Its relocation was discussed with the developer very early in the development stage, but there wasn’t a suitable site that met EPA licensing controls available at the time. The relocation may occur when / if the council depot in Balaklava relocates. On another note, the mayor is the senior position of elected members

of council and would normally progress from within this group, and is someone with experience and a strong understanding of council processes. The down side is if you are on council and contest the position, and are unsuccessful, you don’t have your seat to go back to. This year’s contest is between somebody who has no involvement in any community committees, wanting to become mayor, and a man with more than 20 years experience in Local Government. Mayor Maitland has a wealth of local knowledge and is well known by Local Government State and Federal Ministers, which places him in a good position to lobby well and be heard when seeking support for our district. I wish him well in his bid for re-election. And to all councillors, both new and returning, being parochial for your ward / town is great – but decisions you make on behalf of council need to be made with the whole of the district in mind. The decision to do one thing may end with the inability to do something else – look long term. Scott Kelly, retiring Western Ward councillor

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Battle continues over Lewiston playground Mallala council chamber was again busy during District Council of Mallala’s open forum on Monday night, with several Lewiston resident reinstating objections to a playground near their properties. Lewiston councillors Anne Picard and Duncan Kennington were again under fire for allegedly misjudging the need for a playground at this location. While the whole council made the decision, the Plains Producer reported in July that Lewiston councillors were the driving force behind the project. But the councillors responded by saying the last survey listed 600 children living in Lewiston,

Bronte Hewett reports: maintaining there was a demand for the playground. The residents, who all live adjacent or close to the proposed site, brought up concerns about security, lighting, toilets, maintenance, speeding on Hayman road, snake and scorpion hazards, wetland proximity and reiterated the need for community consultation. The Plains Producer also reported in July that Cr Picard was keen to have the playground built at this site for its historical significance. She said it was the site where the Lewiston school was once situated

and was the first place officially named Lewiston. Anne Perry said the children in Lewiston had two acre blocks, in which most of them made their own playgrounds. “Our backyards are our playgrounds,” she said. “We’re all for a playground in Lewiston, but not at this site,” she added. “There are not enough children to use it, especially around this area.” Leonie Stevens said the risks at this site were virtually unavoidable. “No matter how we look at it, this site it a risk for adults and children,” she said. Former Lewiston ward councillor Gerry Goulter, also spoke

against the site. “I can’t believe a playground was approved at this site,” he said. Another resident Dave Body described the whole issue as a “disgusting state of affairs.” Council’s Development Assessment Panel (CDAP) approved the site last Tuesday night following Monday night’s fiery public forum. Mallala’s CEO Charles Mansueto said there was no specific notification to Lewiston residents. “There were some media articles noting this site but no specific notification to adjacent residents,” Mr Mansueto said. He said in council’s formation of the 2010/11 Business Plan, the

Lewiston playground as a project was identified. “This process involved seeking community input into the plan’s preparation but did not specify a specific location,” “The location of the playground was not confirmed until May 2010.” The residents claim they only found out about the plans four weeks ago through another concerned neighbour who did a letter box drop. Other sites considered by council included the Pony Club or Hams Park with the preferred site identified as 210 Hayman road. About 10 grumpy residents met at the site last week concerned about the playground they don’t want.

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community consultations, positive and progresstive outcomes for all communities and support for economic growth and employment opportunities.” Mr Pain’s statement, whose campaign slogan is “vote for a change”, lists why he believes the current council allegedly is “not delivering an acceptable service to ratepayers.” Mr Pain’s list stated council was not listening to and valuing community concerns, it needed to be more accountable to the community, have better debt control, leadership and guidance, required responsible and better decision-making and should be more open and transparent. He maintained council did not consult with the ratepayers “satisfactorily”. He said he was concerned with the continual rise in council rates and the direction council is heading. • Distribution of voting ballot papers for council elections started in Balaklava and the region on Monday and continues this week. n Wakefield Regional Council candidates, pages 8–11

AV N A O IL W A BL E

The two Wakefield Regional Council (WRC) mayoral candidates haved issued their election campaign statements. Port Wakefield’s mayoral candidate, Richard Pain, distributed his statement in a letterbox drop last week while incumbent mayor, James Maitland, said his statement would be distributed this week. Incumbent mayor, James Maitland’s statement gives a brief background of his experience in Local Government leadership and knowledge of rural and regional issues. He said he would, with “commitment, stability, inclusivity, continuity and management skills, deliver results with a clear vision for a bright future for (WRC) area”. Despite challenger Richard Pain’s accusations of council’s lack of transparency, Mr Maitland’s campaign statement highlights transparency and accountability as a priority. He also states he will continue to work to achieve “responsible and reliable management, meaningful

A fire broke out and and destroyed a shed near Watchman on Tuesday. Tony Dunn was burning off excess grass on the farming property when the fire got away. According to CFS members at the scene, the fire spread to a couple of acres. Several units from around trhe district attended. The fire was contained and no one

was injuried. The shed will be replaced and the “mess will be rectified”. Meanwhile, the CFS this week urged property owners to be vigilant when carrying out burn offs on their land and reminded them to recheck the area regularly for up to a month afterwards. Two recent fires flared up weeks after a burn-off, causing damage to sheds.

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They’re in the pink for breast cancer support It’s the month to think pink! And that’s exactly what residents from Balaklava and surrounding districts did when they gathered at the Triangle in Balaklava last Friday. Tribute was paid by planting pink ladies in the triangle for breast cancer survivors and those who have lost their battle. It was held by Balaklava and Districts Breast Cancer Support Group, Friends in Pink. Breast cancer survior and Friends

in Pink member, Joy Ryan, said the day was a great way to remember those who have battled breast cancer. The tribute came just in time for Pink Ribbon day which was celebrated this Monday. Cancer Council’s Pink Ribbon Day is your chance to help raise money and awareness for all Australian women affected by breast cancer. This year alone about 12,000 Australian women will be diagnosed with breast cancer.

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n Ladies from Two Wells Uniting Church celebrated Pink Ribbon Day with a morning tea including a trading table and making pink cupcakes during the FLAG session on Tuesday, October 19. FLAG organisers are pictured from left Rae Wilson, Helen Gammon with Hayley Walton, Karen Hall, Belinda Hoppo holding Alexis Deane and Tanya Wilson.

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Turning fertiliser into a Ford, Koolunga farmers Gary and Craig Fuller are pictured receiving their new Ford Fiesta after their winning ticket was drawn in a special Agfert competition which started at the Yorke Peninsula Field Days in October last year. Fertiliser clients received one ticket for every 10 tonnes of fertilser purchased. Last Friday, Agfert held an open day for clients, incorporating the car draw with great food, comedians and tours of the enlarged and upgraded Agfert premises. Agfert managing director, Eddie McArdle, said the day was a great success, as was the popularity of the competition. He thanked clients for their continuing support. Agfert finance manager, Janine McDonald, said the idea was to have a relaxed day clients could enjoy. “We also allowed them to inspect our newly renovated offices and showroom with all the new merchandise lines,” she said. About 200 Agfert clients attended. Thirty-five other lucky clients walked away with merchandise to the value of $4000 donated by some of Agfert’s major suppliers. McArdle Pty Ltd is also celebrating 75 years of business. Balaklava

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There will be strawberries galore plus much more at Horizon Christian School Strawberry Fete on Thursday, November 11, from 5– 8pm. It will be free entry with many food stalls, fun games and an animal nursery. There will also be a market stall including Clare Christian book shop, Scholastic Book shop, craft and skin care products and advanced life family portraits (pre-bookings essential). For more information contact the school on 8862 2100. Mallala Mallala Primary School staff and students are looking forward to presenting this year’s school concert at Mallala Institute. With a variety of music and dance, students will

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Balaklava Preparations are underway for the Christmas Fair in Balaklava and organisers are ho-ho-hoping for a good turn out at Balaklava Town Hall. The fair will be held under cover in the air conditioned facility on Saturday, November 20 from 9am to 5pm. There are already more than 30 stall holders regis-

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Two Wells Special guest Dan the music man will feature at the second ‘Fun 4 Kidz’ event on Tuesday, December 14 at the Two Wells oval.

pital auxiliary committee will provide morning and afternoon tea, while hot lunch will also be available. There will be a gold coin donation entry to aid the Balaklava Town Hall, with funds going towards maintaining facilities. Current large jobs include replacing lino in the lounge and painting the remainder of the outside of the facility.

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For kids who just love to have fun, the Uniting Church has organised the free event, with everyone welcome to attend for food, games and music.The day is open to children aged 0–12 years. For more information contact Rae Wilson on 8520 2121. Owen

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Scout success due to a ‘troop’ of helpers Balaklava’s community, on the whole, is a great bunch of people. It has always been so! And following functions held in the town this year, it is continuing to support and encourage organisations prepared to acknowledge events i.e. sporting, social, art, schools, clubs/associations etc. These organisers owe a great debt to ‘our community’ for their continuing successes. We are also indeed fortunate to have supportive businesses who

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coverage from the Plains Producer, whose whole staff are always so pleasant and helpful. The Scout Centenary celebrations began with a Barossa & Light District Camp at the “Rocks” from October 8 to 10 to celebrating 100 years since scouting began in Balaklava and 50 years since the beginning of Barossa & Light District followed by a dinner on

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• Clare police reported a 41-year-old woman for driving with over the prescribed concentration of alcohol on Friday, October 22. It was alleged the woman’s blood alcohol level was 0.182. She will be summonsed to appear in court at a later date. • Police reported a 30-year-old Henley Beach man for driving with over the prescribed concentration of alcohol on Saturday, October 23. It was alleged the man’s level was 0.141. He was issued with a six month instant loss of licence

Daryl’s fund hits $42,000

Donations for Daryl Andriske’s ‘Shear for Life’ challenge have continued to roll in, with the total now reaching $42,000. The cash will be donated to the SA Cancer Council.

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Rachel rides on the sheep’s back ... to Scotland! Olsen award to Lewiston’s young woman on the move

Bronte Hewett reports:

HE Highlands of Scotland are calling for Rachel Chirgwin after the multi-talented Lewiston resident claimed first prize in a state-wide contest to reward young and innovative farmers. The 25-year-old was the recipient of this year’s Peter Olsen Fellowship for Young Farmers as the Agricultural Bureau celebrated the best of rural South Australia at its annual awards dinner last week. Rachel has run her own sheep stud on Kangaroo Island where she grew up, for the past eight years but also finds time to work as a stock agent and runs the Dublin sales for a livestock outfit “I never expected to win the award” she said. “I’ve bred sheep for eight years now and have wanted to go to Scotland for the last three years. I never believed it would be possible because of the financial factor.” Rachel has run her own sheep stud, Curlew Valley Suffolks on Kangaroo Island for the past eight years and now has 300 sheep and supplies about 60 rams annually on KI. She is keen to expand her operation to the mainland to improve quantity and quality and wants to import Scottish Suffolks to mate with Australian Suffolks. Rachel will be leaving behind the southern summer and flies to Edinburgh on December 8, where she will spend time at the Innovis Reproduction Centre before heading north to the wintry cold of Aberdeenshire and the chance to take in the breeding methods and environment of the Suffolk ewes. A trip across country to an abattoir on the Isle of Arran beckons before heading south to Shakespeare country and a visit to another Suffolk stud in Warwickshire. To round it all off, there’s a couple of days in Cornwall to seek out and learn something of her family.

“My family came to Australia from Cornwall seven or eight generations ago but I still think of it as the mother country,” she said. Rachel was a clear and popular winner with judges and invited guests at the Royal Coach Inn, Adelaide. MC for the night, Drew Radford from ABC Radio, paid tribute to the self-starter who, it seems, has little time for rest. “I have no doubt Rachel will prove to be a worthy recipient of the award and look forward to hearing what she gets up to in the next 12 months.” The fellowship was presented by Lucy and Prue Olsen, daughters of the late Peter Olsen, in whose name the award, and accompanying $8,000 bursary, was set up 10 years ago. It seeks to reward young farmers who are hoping to carry out an innovative research or study project and have shown considerable commitment to, and excellence in, their area of interest. Rachel also is a stock agent around Adelaide, Upper southeast and the Fleurieu Peninsula. She has a Bachelor of Agriculture (University of Adelaide), is an experienced beef cattle championship judge and has worked as a community ambulance officer and firefighter. The Peter Olsen Fellowship is supported by the ABA and PIRSA. RSM Bird Cameron is the gold sponsor of the night’s awards.

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Who are they? n WAKEFIELD REGIONAL COUNCIL – CENTRAL WARD

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Road safety an issue – and room for improvement He believes “people are the most valuable asset” and said he would let them make their choice and will accept the verdict. Owen Chapman was a long-time Hoyleton resident before moving to Balaklava about four and a half years ago. He says he knows the area well. “The Wakefield Regional Council area has prospered but there are also things which could be improved,” he said. Mr Chapman said the major issue with rural residents of council is always roads – an area which council tries to maintain but can always improve on. According to Mr Chapman, council has some safety issues which need to be addressed. These include “blind” corners. “Vegetation obstructing view is often the reason for these blind corners. It really is a disaster waiting to happen,” he said. Mr Chapman spoke about category four

OWEN CHAPMAN

OWEN Chapman shows trees blocking sight lines at the Hoyleton-Balaklava to Auburn road intersection. dirt roads where years of grading has left roads with gutters and banks, making it difficult to manage large farming machinery. Mr Chapman also mentioned the potentially dangerous and infamous “McCracken’s corner”. “I think there should be a roundabout trial

to try to solve the issue or move the giveway sign to Edith terrace.” He said “we have a number of towns within council which need to be made as attractive as possible to residents and businesses alike. “Strong, viable communities are our future,” he said.

“I strongly support new housing and an increase in population.” Council’s economic management also needs to improve, according to Mr Chapman. “I’d like to see a a balanced budget rather than see a deficit every year,” he said. “Council needs to be responsible and know they are dealing with ratepayers’ money.” “There should be sustainable rate increases in relation to inflation and the local economy. Some areas of council have experienced rate increases of 15 per cent to 20 per cent this year.” He said he believed council made a “very bad decision” taking the land court case with Balaklava businessman and farmer, Peter Evans further. “Council took an unnecessary risk with ratepayers’ money,” he said. “Communication with some council members and staff could be improved – sometimes it’s hard to receive responses from them.” However, Mr Chapman said WRC had also seen some great developments including the Bowmans area and the Snowtown Windfarm. Mr Chapman has been both a participant and administrator for many community and sporting organisations. He is also a member of the Uniting Church which he has represented at a Parish, Presbytery and Synod level.

Crucial Balaklava election • From Page 1 So, having twice announced the legal costs of the Evans case, having given no indication of the costs of the Port Wakefield wreckers case, council again could “front the beak” and ratepayers might be facing another hefty bill for litigation. WRC, not normally a litigious council, will cry “too touchy” – but at least tell the ratepayers what’s

up. Again, be open! A further check of the same minutes shows there was an overview report from the project engineers for Port Wakefield CWMS and Richard Pain addressed council regarding the same topic. But what did they say? Nothing is minuted and if this newspaper did not have a reporter there, then nothing would be transmitted to the public. This brevity of min-

utes needs fixing. It must be the councillors, who must bring this about – as they must lead the way in developing policy. They could start by fixing the developing problem with roads and residential land to the east of the township. They need to fix the problem of relocating the transfer station and dog pound. And don’t point the finger elsewhere. Just do it. They need to speed

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progress on Balaklava’s town plan. They need to redirect some of the enormous road funding budget to spend cash on Balaklava facilities. Council rates must surely be at a peak. How much more can they slug us? What is the alternative? Can we have a wetlands and stormwater retention scheme? Will trees be planted in a median strip on Edith terrace west? How do we attract businesses to fill empty shops? A tough call.YOU tell your councillor what you want. Or talk to the mayor. We need a mayor with an iron fist in a velvet glove, who will show leadership, direction and control ... and a commitment to lead the entire team to targets and achievements. James Maitland, with his experience and wideranging contacts gathered across all levels of government, always works hard but he endured a tough personal year. He will stoically shrug

that comment aside, as he does criticism he leans heavily on CEO, Phil Barry, for support. But should that not be so, with balance? It is the mayor who is the conduit between elected members and officers and who must know what is planned. The challenger, Richard Pain, is well-informed and a good communicator who would bring strong personal leadership to council. There’s no denying he has clearly recognised many issues which confront council. Many are similar to those raised here – but he will need to find solutions and work with his councillors. He might fire a few salvos from the chair. If that’s required, then so be it. You be the judge. Let us now turn to other areas. At least residents in two out of the four wards in each of Wakefield Regional and Mallala councils get a chance to vote; to make their choice of candidates. Others, who reside in wards where no

election was required – or where only the required number of representatives stepped forward – have no choice. They must be content with representation foisted upon them. Such is the case with council elections and it is indeed a sad and sorry state of affairs that more people don’t take an interest in their local council. This is not to say those who have been willing to become an (un)elected member will not do a good job. At least they’re having a go and obviously care enough for their community to give up many hours of their time in what is generally a thankless task. But they were not the people’s voting choice and so cannot claim to have unilateral support of their local community. This is why we say to those councillors – be very sure you are bringing the sentiments of your people to council’s chamber; not necessarily your own maverick ideas. We say “not necessarily” because there remains room for “maverick ideas” in a council chamber. Long-serving and now retired councillor Avon Hudson was something of a maverick at WRC and there’s

been more than a few at Mallala – with some still there! But at least they had an opinion. Right or wrong, they presented their point of view and generally the concerns of their constituents. And they spoke out in the chamber – which is what we urged earlier. By remaining silent it could be construed they are meekly going along with the program of council intent on an agenda constructed by council staff. By choosing to not challenge or debate, when pertinent or appropriate, they are sending a poor message to ratepayers and residents. Healthy, open debate might have avoided the hurtful and costly Evans land case scenario at WRC. By debating this in the open chamber before litigation started, councillors might have got an inkling of public opinion, which certainly came their way after this newspaper began reporting, when restraints were lifted, on what facts we could that were not “in confidence.” This advice should not be lost on some councillors who will again take their seats next month.

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Who are they? n WAKEFIELD REGIONAL COUNCIL – CENTRAL WARD

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MAURICE TILLER

Roger McQuire

No promises – but honest representation for all residents

Planning to reconnect council and community

Roger McQuire’s main reason for nominating as one of Wakefield Regional Council’s (WRC) Central ward councillors was to “bring a change of attitude to council”. The Balaklava resident says many residents he has spoken to have complained of a “substaintial disconnection between the community and council.” “I’ll be working vigorously towards changing the attitude of council,” Mr McQuire says. “Firstly there is a need for it and secondly it is relatively easy and it doesn’t cost anything to fix it,” he says. Mr McQuire’s key priorities, should he be elected are to ensure proper maintenance of existing, and construction of new roads and other infrastructure to meet the needs of the Central ward and its residents. He would also like to identify and fill Balaklava’s empty shops to increase local employment opportunities, particularly for younger residents.

ROGER McQuire at Moody Estate where stormwater run-off flows from Wattle Ridge. He wants a water management scheme investigated. “I want to also help beautify Balaklava and its surrounds by means of tree plantings and more effective street and footpath housekeeping,” he says. Mr McQuire says he also wants to investigate and, subject to financial and operational viability, implement a stormwater management scheme for Balaklava. “I also want to maintain and develop relationships with other levels of government to ensure Balaklava receives its appropriate share of State and Federal government funding,” he says.

Mr McQuire has previously served as an elected member with WRC and has an understanding of Local Government processes. He has resided in Balaklava, with wife Beverlee, for the past 10 years and has been an active member of a range of community and government committees. Mr McQuire says council seems to have lost its way a bit. “Council (as a group) is hardworking and competent.... I think they have just forgotten who the customer is... and that’s the ratepayers,” he said.

DAVID LAMOND

DAVID Lamond outside Balaklava Bowling Club. He says due to depreciation, the value of sports and comunity facilities listed on council’s assets register eventually impacts on rates. Current Wakefield Regional Council (WRC) Eastern ward councillor, David Lamond, has renominated in next month’s council elections. With Eastern now combined with Northern ward and one councillor position removed, Mr Lamond will vie for the position of one of three Central ward councillors. Mr Lamond says if re-elected he would like to see a “control” of WRC rates. “The depreciation of council assets is impacting on what rates residents pay,” said Mr Lamond, a retired farmer. “Councils put sports clubs, town halls and other community halls on asset registers which impacts on depreciation and affects council’s bottom line – which means ratepayers ultimately are paying more,” he said. Another objective of Mr Lamond’s is to support more directional signs throughout the town, subject to financial capabilities “Nobody, particularly visitors, know where anything is,” he said. Mr Lamond said he would support

Man for the people – with priorities and objectives

Balaklava Area Committee in its efforts to improve the town, while keeping in mind the Balaklava 20/20 Master Plan which, among other things, includes the plan for directional signs in Balaklava. Like other Central ward candidates, Mr Lamond identifies the infamous McCracken’s corner intersection as a road safety issue needing to be addressed. “I don’t think closing off Edith terrace to vehicles heading into the street would

work,” he said. Instead, Mr Lamond claims a stop sign on Edith terrace would “help solve the problem”. The maintenance of roads and the town’s footpaths are some of the most important issues to address. Mr Lamond is heavily involved in the community. Among the long list of his community achievements, Mr Lamond has been on council for 18 years and has served on Wakefield Regional Bushfire Prevention Committee, council’s Development Assessment Panel and was awarded life membership of the CFS after 40 years of service. He places the community as his highest priority. “Local community issues are very important and I aim to communicate well with all concerned for positive outcomes,” he said. “In my time on council I have always made myself available to listen to the concerns of the electors and, if elected, will continue to do so in the future.”

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Maurice Tiller on a road on Balaklava’s eastern outskirts.

Maurice Tiller, an existing Central ward councillor, has stepped forward again after 15 years in council. He is the remaining elected member of the ward, after the retirements of Avon Hudson and Kelly Bickle. Mr Tiller is quite clear about his election promises: Don’t make any! “I am not full of promises – it doesn’t work that way. But I will try to ensure council makes good decisions for ratepayers in all wards of council, not just my own Central ward,” he said. Born in Balaklava to a farming family, he continues to farm with wife Joy and sons. Mr Tiller wants economic growth and development for the whole council area which will be beneficial to businesses in all towns of Wakefield Regional Council. On issues specifically relating to Central ward and Balaklava, Mr Tiller said if re-elected, he would urge council to resolve the issue of roads, footpaths and lighting on the eastern side of Balaklava. “This has been going on for a long time and needs to be sorted out,” Mr Tiller said. “Council also needs to move forward; to put what is done behind us and get on with building a better future for all of us in the council region”. Balaklava’s town entrances were also highlighted by Mr Tiller, who said it was important to create a good impression for visitors. “I know council is working on this and hopefully we soon will see some improvements,” he said. The Ralli Park area was an important sporting facility for Balaklava. “It was good to see council recently allocate grant funding to the grandstand and I will be continuing to assist with any future developments.” Mr Tiller said it was also pleasing to see grant funding had been allocated for the SaintsWhitwarta road. He said he had long been an advocate for improving this road, which will assist and speed delivery of grain, hay and lentils to Bowmans. “With the new Australian Milling Group lentils plant now being constructed at Bowmans the road becomes even more important to this growing centre,” he said. Mr Tiller has been a member of Balaklava and Districts Lions club for 26 years and a council representative for Ralli Park, Balaklava Museum and other community groups. www.plainsproducer.com.au

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DICK HARRISON

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Questions on ‘wish list’ – and a quest for solutions

Dick Harrison is one of five candidates hoping to secure a seat as Central ward councillor. The semi-retired farmer from the Mount Templeton area, who was born and raised on his family’s Yorke Peninsula property, says he has questions for council and is looking for answers. On Mr Harrison’s “council wish list” is the improvement of town planning and roads, both in town and in rural areas. Mr Harrison has already publicly indicated his concerns with the McCracken’s corner intersection. Town planning is important with regard to urban encroachment and farming practices and controlling hobby farms, particularly on the outskirts of towns. “Farming is the lifeblood of this region – and we need to be conscious of unplanned growth of hobby farms which can affect neighbouring properties through spread of weeds and vermin,” he said. “It is also necessary to work closely with broadacre farmers who have boundaries with townships to help them control spray drift near housing.” He also wants to work towards attracting tourists to the town and to help existing businesses survive and grow – possibly with rate relief incentives. “A rate relief scheme over a specified period would be a clear indication council

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WORK with local farmers whose properties border townships, says Dick Harrison, pictured on Dunn’s road, east of Balaklava, where action has been taken to prevent spray drift by planting trees. was serious about helping local businesses,” “Could we improve the flow of trucks Mr Harrison said. “It might also help fill through the town corridor and make it safer some of the empty shops.” for other road users at the same time?” he “If we can help build the businesses we asks. have here and work to attract others to the Senior citizens and future aged care faarea, we might retain more young people cilities and where they might be expanded with employment,” Mr Harrison said. or located are other areas Mr Harrison would “Could council give more assistance like to tackle, should he be elected. to Balaklava golf club through accessing Mr Harrison, who is seen by many to be marketing advice to attract more players the “unknown wild card” in the five-way from outside of the area,” Mr Harrison said. fight for three Central ward council seats, “I realise there has been talk of a country says he has many questions but perhaps not club development but perhaps something all the answers. on a smaller scale, like motel units, would He hopes to help council find solutions. work better.” “I have a wish list, but the bottom line Mr Harrison also wants council to im- is ... stick to budget,” he said. prove on existing infrastructure while still remaining within budget.

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Who are they? n WAKEFIELD REGIONAL COUNCIL – NORTHERN WARD

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DARRYL OTTENS

Working for ratepayers

Brinkworth resident Darryl Ottens, says he still gets satisfaction from his role as Wakefield Regional Council (WRC) Northern ward councillor. This is one of the main reasons why he re-nominated for the position in next month’s election. Of his most important concerns is the state of country roads. He thinks council needs to keep roads and infrastructure in as “good a condition as possible”. Like Central ward candidate Dick Harrison, Mr Ottens thinks ‘McCrackens Corner’ is a “mess”. “I know DTEI is responsible for the intersection but council needs to be hounding them for something to be done about it,” he says. Mr Ottens believes it is important to have different wards so “ratepayers have a local person to identify with.” “I think councillors should think of the whole council area but also take particular interest in their own ward,” he said. Mr Ottens says it would have been nice

John Wood

A new ward but the same passion for community

to see a mix of both male and females nominating for a spot on council. There were no female nominees this year for Wakefield Regional Council. “It would have been nice to see Cr Kelly Bickle continue. She has put in a lot of effort,” he says. “But there isn’t much you can do about it because people have busy lifestyles and young families.”

Mr Ottens recently received a 15-year service award from council, but he says it doesn’t matter how long he has been a councillor. “It doesn’t matter how long I’ve been a councillor for. It matters if the ratepayers are happy and satisfied and I give my best,” he says. “I’ve done all of this for the ratepayers – not myself.”

MIKE STONE

Developing potential

Snowtown resident, Mike Stone wants to put Snowtown “back on the map” and his motto is “your business is my business”. Mr Stone is one of four candidates vying for one of three seats as Wakefield Regional Council(WRC) Northern ward councillor. He has an interest in local affairs which makes him the perfect advocate for the people. Mr Stone said Snowtown and its surrounding areas had “a lot of potential” and he has some ideas which he has received from residents during his canvassing for votes. Mr Stone said he had a lot time to devote to voters because of his retirement. If elected, Mr Stone wants to tackle the issue of police in Snowtown. He said he would like to see Snowtown with at least two police officers. “We only have one officer. When he is sick or away for some reason, the town is left unmanned and that is

a concern,” Mr Stone said. He also wants to introduce a community bus to residents who need to travel to Adelaide. Mr Stone is president of the Snowtown Community Swimming Pool and member of Snowtown Management Committee and Snowtown

Former Wakefield Regional Council Eastern ward councillor, John Wood is one of four candidates vying for a Northern ward seat. Eastern ward no longer exists having been combined with Northern and council’s elected member numbers reduced from 11 to 10. Mr Wood has resided in the Kybunga area all of his life. He has a mixed farming business in the Kybunga and Halbury district and is the owner/operator of a mobile sheep dipping business and travel to many areas in South Australia with this service. He said one of the main issues he wanted addressed was council roads. Mr Wood said he had been punctual during his past term as Eastern ward councillor. “During my time in council, I have attended council meetings regularly and have served on the Council Audit Committee,” he said. Mr Wood is actively involved in the community as is member and sponsor of Blyth Snowtown Football Club. He is also a committee member and delegate of the Blyth Snowtown Football Club, secretary of the Kybunga Residents Group and member of the Blyth Development Board. Mr Wood declined a photographic opportunity.

Progress Association. “If elected I will strive to serve the voters of this electorate to the best of my ability,” Mr Stone said. “I understand there are many matters which are important to this area and I will undertake to keep these issues before council.

GREG STEVENS

Environment and people top the list HE says “it will be interesting to see which direction council takes” in the upcoming election. Now one of council’s current Northern ward councillors, Greg Stevens is running again and says he wants to keep environmental issues at the forefront. “I still have strong views with regard to the environment, continued

support for local communities and keeping politics out of local government,” he said. Mr Stevens, a farmer who has lived most of his life near Snowtown, is very interested in community participation. He has a very active voice on council and wants to continue his service while keeping the ratepayers a high priority.

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“My main interests are community participation, firearms, motorcycling and bio-diversity with regard to local flora and fauna,” he said. Mr Stevens said he likes to think he has been of “some assistance to the ratepayers” of Wakefield Regional Council area. and the Northern Ward who have raised issues with him.

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NEWS v District LEFT: Official party (from left) Regional Area representative, Helen Ashby, parton and board member of Red Cross, Val Broadbent, Pinery secretary Helen Barr and president Christine Tiller.

Lifetime of service ends for Pinery Red Cross

Pinery Red Cross member for 15 years, Gawler resident Edna Roberts with niece Dawn Dunning.

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After 95 years of helping the less fortunate and sick, Pinery Red Cross branch has closed. Falling just short of 100 years, the closure of the branch came after member numbers began to dwindle. But members didn’t say their goodbyes without a final afternoon tea farewell

for about 30 people at Pinery Hall last Friday. Past and existing members, regional area representative, Helen Ashby and patron and board member of Red Cross, Val Broadbent were present. Ms Broadbent referred to the country as “the face of the Red Cross”.

Memories were shared as Beris Barr, now of Balaklava and a member and office holder of various roles over many years, presented a ‘looking back at 95 years’ reflection. “What an achievement,” she said of the branch’s volunteer work. Beris spoke about the very first Pinery Red Cross

ABOVE: Sisters-in-law and former Pinery Red Cross members, (left to right) Jean Story who travelled to Pinery from Cowell and Beris Barr. meeting on September 14, 1915 and how the authority for the Pinery Red Cross circle to raise funds was granted on November 3, 1939. “I have enjoyed my 62 years with our branch and wish all fellow members all the best wherever they go,” Beris said.

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NEWS v District CONSTRUCTION STARTS FOR CANADIAN COMPANY:

All go at AMG Bowmans

Australian Milling Group (AMG) hopes to be able to receive new season lentils at its newly-acquired Bowmans storage facility by mid-November. Work is underway at the former Balco Grain site, with construction of new sheds and silos proceeding quickly. AMG managing director, Russell Greening, said it was likely upright storage silos would be in place by the time farmers started harvesting lentils. Mr Greening, speaking from AMG’s Horsham headquarters, said a new weighbridge was also expected to be in place for receivals by mid-November. “Because it has been such a great season for growers, we are expecting crops to take a little longer to ripen,” he said. “Where farmers

would normally start about mid-November, it is likely to be delayed to early December.” This could give some breathing space for builders. “Crops are looking wonderful, which is great for farmers and a good start for AMG in the region,” Mr Greening said. AMG also has a facility at Kadina. Several new sheds are also being constructed for stage one of the Bowmans development. Some equipment is coming from Canada to be used in construction. According to site manager, Ben Wigzell, rooves for the sheds and other work equipment will be shipped to the site. Concrete for silo bases, shed floors and walls is being supplied by local business, Balaklava Building Supplies.

Proprietor, Robert Whting, said he expected about 2000 cubic metres of concrete to be supplied before harvest. “This is one of our biggest jobs for some time and we are working hard to make sure everything goes smoothly,” he said. “We have placed a batching plant at the site to ensure we keep up with demand.”

Those lentil crops just keep on growing Farmers like Jim Franks have never seen their lentil crops look so good. Jim, of Mallala, says his 150 hectare lentil crop (featured in the picture) is the “bulkiest crop” he has ever grown. But Jim said: “Despite its growth, the lentils have been slow to flower,” he said. “But they are just beginning to flower now.” Jim was applying fungacide to some of his crops for the third time last Wednesday. He said it would take a little longer than usual for him to harvest the lentils as it was “still so green and takes a while to dry off.” Rural Directions agronomist, Patrick Redden, said farmers could be happy with the growth in their lentil crops. “Good lentil crops are taller than they have been before,” Mr Redden said. “There’s been a lot of good rainfall, mild growing season and mild finish without any hot days,” Mr Redden said. However, there have been reports of some lentil crops not properly podding due to the height of the plant causing stems to bend.

n ABOVE: Work is underway at the Bowans storage facility. n Concrete is levelled for one of the silo bases.

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On the good ship Hayfield Plains WHAT would you wear if the ship was about to go down? That was the theme for a fun fancy dress party at Hayfield Plains retirement village recently. Ruth Smith supplied these snaps of passengers, crew and landlubbers!

Joy Lewis, Ray Winnall, Geraldine Chadwick and Olive Robbins ready for a fun night.

Verna Hildebrandt, Bruce Moffat and Jeff Sutton in the “galley.”

GOING down with the ship means dressing in one’s best evening attire, as shown by Pat and Murray Williams

If you’re a working parent expecting a child after January 1st, there’s something else you can expect From 1 January 2011, Australia’s first national Paid Parental Leave scheme will start. It’s a new entitlement for working parents, funded by the Australian Government. Taking time away from work for a new baby is a common part of working life. Paid Parental Leave will help parents spend time with a new baby, and help employers retain skilled staff. What is Paid Parental Leave? Eligible working parents of children born or adopted on or after 1 January 2011 may get 18 weeks Governmentfunded pay at the National Minimum Wage, currently $570 a week before tax, to help them care for a new baby. Am I eligible? Full-time, part-time, casual, seasonal, contract and self-employed workers may be eligible. You must have worked at least 330 hours (just over one day a week) for 10 of the 13 months before your new baby arrives. You can have up to an 8 week unpaid break between two working days and still be eligible.

You can earn up to $150,000 a year (individual salary) and still be eligible. Is it for both parents? Yes, usually the mother must apply for Paid Parental Leave. If you are eligible, you can transfer some or all of the pay to your partner (they need to be eligible too). The scheme gives families more options to balance work and family. When can I take it? You can claim up to three months in advance, and your pay can start at any time you choose from when your child is born or adopted. It will be paid in one continuous period from the start date and must all be taken within the first year after the birth or adoption. You are encouraged to apply early.

Trenna Williams and Maureen Lightfoot look to be ready for a lifeboat.

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What about employer-provided entitlements? Eligible parents can receive Parental Leave pay at the same time, before or after other employer-provided paid leave or entitlements. The existing minimum entitlement to 12 months unpaid parental leave for long-term employees is unchanged. What does it mean for employers? From 1 July 2011, employers must provide Government-funded Parental Leave pay through their usual pay cycle to eligible employees who have been with their business for at least 12 months. Other eligible parents will be paid through the Family Assistance Office.

Baby Barkla - Courtney and Darryl with Lincoln William Allan, born on October 5 weighing seven pounds and three ounces.

Where do I find out more? To learn more about Paid Parental Leave visit the website or call the appropriate number below.

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EXCITED big sisters Caileigh (left) and Hannah Mudge are pictured with their new baby brother, William Edward Mudge, born September 13, weighing 8lb 14oz. Plains Producer, Wednesday October 27, 2010

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Student gems for teachers’ day n With World Teachers’ Day coming up on Friday, principal Dale Gathercole reflects on 30 years as an educator ...

Drawing the cocoon to the four-yearold’s attention, the golden makings reflecting brilliantly in the sunshine, the teacher knew she’d done a good job. The child was fascinated, asking lots of questions and staying to watch the butterfly fully emerge. Little did that teacher know, she had awakened in the child curiosity, a thirst for knowledge and love of learning. Now in my 30th year as a professional educator, I still vividly remember that day. The relationship I shared with my mentor has had a lasting impact. This week I have had the pleasure of working closely with Balaklava primary school captains Ciara Guy and Carly Williams and vice school

BALAKLAVA PRIMARY SCHOOL captain, Kristy Selleck, to recognise our local teachers. Planning to celebrate World Teachers’ Day at Balaklava Primary School is an important event in our school calendar. Teaching is more a way of life than a job – and I can proudly boast I have the privilege of working with a dedicated and professional group – an asset to our local community. But don’t just take my word for it…. BPS student leaders have been busily interviewing students for feedback on teachers: Aleisha Michael Year 7: I have some great memories about my teachers– they are good to

be around, can take a joke and help me learn. Jonica Koodrin Year 6: The thing I like about teachers is that they inspire me, and help you learn by making good suggestions. They are always there for you. Lori Allen Year 5: Teachers make learning fun, they are friendly and I appreciate having them to talk to. Kon Toumaras Year 4: My teachers inspire me by having fun lessons like maths, PE Indonesian and music. The swimming carnival is one of my favourite memories. Liam Bigg Year 2: My teachers have helped me with my work, explaining tricky words in spelling and they teach

me harder things as the old ones get easy. Olivia Atze Year 1: Teachers are nice, they are lots of fun and I like maths. Ellie Bell Reception: I like it when teachers read me a good book and if you want your mum they look after you. But I think Cain Peek, Year 3, really sums it up when he says: “When my teachers were little, I think their teachers taught them all they needed to know and that’s how they got to be so good. They have good games and teach us lots of stuff.” Happy World Teachers’ Day for Friday October 29 to all teachers ... from Balaklava primary school community!

TEACHER Alison Jones with her happy group of students (from left) Matt Cawthorn, Kayla Von-Zieden, Kimberly Pycroft, Luke Pringle and Ben Haley.

Dual benefit in academic scholarships St Columba College has a great belief in the fostering and nurturing of academic excellence in students of the northern suburbs. Consequently since 2006 it has provided students of merit with the opportunity to apply for one of the College’s annual academic scholarships. These scholarships are offered to current Year10 students for study in Years 11 and 12 and cover the cost of a student’s full tuition fees during this period. St Columba College has, as a principle, the ideal of supporting students of merit so they can achieve their highest potential in further education. To this extent it offers 15 academic scholarships– five in each of the subjects English, Maths and Science. Any student who is excelling in any of these subjects can apply for a scholarship in one, two or all three areas, though a scholarship will only be won in one area of excellence. Development manager, James Donaghy, said academic scholarships were important for many reasons, especially in the encouragement of students to excel. “In addition, the college has recog-

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ST COLUMBA COLLEGE nised the ability of students to complete and excel in their secondary study can be hindered by many complex, inter-relating, social and economic factors,” he said. “In today’s harsh economic climate these conditions are even more acute. A scholarship that alleviates the burden of tuition fees can greatly help”. The scholarship’s value of nearly $8000 also offers the student, in a caring and nurturing environment, all the social, emotional and counselling support required to achieve academic excellence. St Columba College is committed to ensuring the success of all students in its

care. It believes, given the right opportunities, every student can succeed. The scholarship program is designed to ensure those students of high academic merit have every opportunity possible to achieve their educational ambition. Families interested in applying for a scholarship and requiring more information or an application form should contact Ms Carol Lee on 8254 0631, email scholarships@stcolumba.com.au or check the College’s website www. stcolumba.com.au. Applications close 4pm Monday, November 10.

Dre am, Believe, Cre ate, Succeed Mallala School aims to provide the highest quality learning opportunities which will assist all students to achieve their personal best and become life long, empowered learners.

Our ethos is based on The Circle of Courage Our School Values are: Respect, Honesty, Fun and Learning

MALLALA PRIMARY SCHOOL By fitting fitness into their daily routine, students of Mallala primary school have been congratulated for achieving a top 50 result in the Premier’s ‘Be Active Challenge’. Students were encouraged to be physically active for 50 minutes a day,

five days a week over a 10-week period. This year, more than 35,000 students across the State completed the challenge, so a top 50 result is an impressive finish. Students have been invited to attend a reception in Adelaide at ETSA Park next Wednesday, November 3.

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

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

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

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special feature v EDUCATION AUBURN PRIMARY SCHOOL

150 years of quality education at Auburn Auburn Primary School held its 150th celebrations last Sunday with an open day and picnic lunch on the oval. Past and present staff, students and families attended from all over the state to catch up and reminisce with old friends. It is estimated more than 300 people were present for the official ceremony. Photo displays were set up in the classrooms, with many people congregating around those from pre-1960, and those from the 1970s. Some people brought their own photos to add to the collection on show. Peter Lane, who was principal of Auburn from 1988 until 2004, acted as MC for the official ceremony. Current principal Shelley Hier, gave a brief snapshot of the school’s history, which included the stone building being the head teachers residence, and having undergone a number of renovations to form the

classroom, library and offices of today. Transportable classrooms coming and going onsite, and the development of the nature strip known as the ‘jungle’ as part of the Jubilee celebrations beginning in 1985 were also mentioned. Enrolments began in 1855 with 28 students, but when moved to the current site in 1860, there were 89 students enrolled, with the first head teacher being Mr Thomas Caterer. The longest standing principal was Edward M Dudley from 1876 to 1902, a term of 25 years. More recently was Peter Lane for 17 years. Guest speaker, Brian Prime, was principal from 1978 until 1983, and was the last principal to take up residence in the school house, before it became part of the school and classrooms. Former and current scholars were invited to help unveil a plaque, which sits in the front garden on a fabulous piece of slate (donated by Mintaro Quarries),

to commemorate the occasion. Doss Rowett (nee Maddern) attended Auburn Primary School from 1926 to 1933, and Alex McKinnon from 1929 to 1933, with his father head teacher from 1928 until 1933. Both were extremely pleased to be involved in the unveiling ceremony, and spoke of their time here. Current students, Emily Windibank, who began school only this term, and year six student, Lily Cavalier, were also happy to take part.

n BELOW: More than 300 people attended the special day, with present students mingling with those from yesteryear. n BELOW: Current school principal Shelley Hier (centre) after Doss Rowett (nee Maddern) and Alex McKinnon unveiled the plaque with current students, Emily Windibank, left, who began school only this term, and year six student, Lily Cavalier,

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F. R. E. S. H. VALUES ✓ Fairness ✓ Respect ✓ Excellence ✓ Safety ✓ Happiness A unique setting for learning small classes, committed staff, positive atmosphere, character development For more information contact Shelly Hier Principal Phone: 88492112 Email: info@auburnps.sa.edu.au

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Horizon’s “Big” Mini Morning Horizon Christian School held its first ‘Mini Morning’ last week and it was a BIG success. More than 50 visitors enjoyed the morning which was hosted by Horizon’s Junior Primary classes and supported by members of the year 6 leadership team. The festive time was filled with activities including face painting, jumping castle, collage activities, scrumptious fruit kebabs, decorated cupcakes, bubble blowing, sandpits and adventures in the playground. It was a great opportunity for families to visit, meet staff and tour the school. Apart from just enjoying the Junior Primary friendly learning environment, visitors were able to visit classrooms and talk with teachers about Horizon’s approach to the very important formative years of schooling. The school tour also included the Information Technology centres and new Library/ Resource centre. Progress on the new Gymnasium/ Multipurpose centre and new Art centre was discussed as part of the walk about the school. Parents enjoyed the opportunity to visit these new learning facilities. Parents were also appreciative of the friendly and polite year 6 leaders who supported visitors at many activity stations.

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Auto training begins at Riverton Students at Riverton District High School began training this term in Certificate 1 Automotive as part of the school’s Trade Training Program. Neil Stock, an accredited trainer in auto, began delivery in the school’s new trade training facility. Students will be completing some initial competencies from Certificate 1 and then will be able to pursue further training next year through the centre or by gaining an apprenticeship. Mr Stock is also training teachers from the high school and other local secondary schools so accredited training may occur in those schools. Students who identify automotive as their preferred career choice can then travel to Riverton & District High School to further their training. The school has developed

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a ‘state of the art’ automotive training facility which meets Australian standards and provides an opportunity for students to use tools and facilities in parity with those in the workplace. This program has been developed as part of the Australian Government’s Trade Training Centre initiative and Riverton is working in partnership with the secondary schools in Balaklava, Burra and Clare. It enables students to access trade training in areas of identified need, particularly where there is limited access to TAFE. “It is great to see students motivated towards a trade and ready to take up the challenge of pretty rigorous training while they are still at school,” Mr Stock said.

“This training will make them much more ready for the workforce”. Principal, Ms Glenys Munro said Riverton & District High School was aggressive in its commitment n AUTOMOTIVATED for learning – Neil Stock with Automotive students, from left,Todd Cullen, Matthew Hogben, Jason McGregor with Neil Stock.

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BALAKLAVA community children’s centre Balaklava Childcare Centre kids are having fun playing in their new cubby house which was delivered last Thursday. The cubby house was courtesy of Balaklava High School students who constructed the house as part of the Doorways 2 Construction program. BHS technology studies teacher, Grigor Fahlbusch, said the cubby house was a scaled down version of a house and modifications were made to make it ‘child-friendly’. It took just longer than a year for the project to be completed but the joy on the kids’ faces made the wait worthwhile. BCCC’s Skye Colley said the children loved the new addition to the centre. “It even has carpet and real windows. So it’s very realistic,” she said. “It makes for great play.” Balaklava Transport moved the cubby from the high school to the childcare centre. n ALL smiles with their new cubby – BHS students, back, from left, Dylan Fabry, Jacob Curnow, Scott McRostie, Front: BCCC youngsters (from left) Lachlan Stone, Issac Hedaux, Henry Woidt, Matilda Woidt, Chelsea Michalanney, Cooper Stone and Hamish Pike

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RIVERTON AND DISTRICT High School RDHS is proud of its long history and excellent academic record. In recent years over 95% of students have graduated to employment or further study after completing their studies at RDHS. A large number of students have also been successful in gaining scholarships to support their further studies. RDHS offers many vocational pathways including: q Automotive q Building q Construction q Viticulture q Information Technology q Hospitality q Tourism q School Based New Apprenticeships

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SPORT v District

Balaklava Primary School sports day

Dalkey claim this year’s honours The weather was bright and sunny for Balaklava Primary School’s sports day, held on Monday. Dalkey won the day with a score of 545, followed by Cameron 532, Preston 527 and Brightwood 495. Three records were broken – Blade Edwards in shotput, Teisha Harkness in discus and Rachel Frost in high jump. Well done to these students! below: Sean Speisseger clears the high jump bar. RIGHT: Dalkey house captains Dillon Michael and Alicia Davey with the shield. BELOW RIGHT: Madison Richter in action at the long jump. FAR RIGHT: Josh Butterfield gives the long jump his all.

stanley Cricket Results of A1 grade cricket played on October 23

Lower North vs Sevenhill

Lower North takes 20/20 shield Lower North Cricket Association won the the Yorke Peninsula Inter-Association 20/20 Round Robin Competition held on Sunday, October 24 at Port Victoria Oval. The first game was between Yorke Peninsula Cricket Association and Lower Yorke Peninsula Cricket Association. YPCA batted first and made 8 for 145: S Dalby 72, G Keleher 35.A Barton 2/23, T Rankine 3/5, J Barlow, J Murdock and M Barlow with one wicket each. In reply, LYPCAwere all out for 73 in 17.2 overs. A Barton was the only one to make double figures in 21 runs. S Lodge 2/15, B Batson 2/15, A Davies 2/24 , N Waterhouse, B Muster and C Redding one wicket each. The second game between LYPCA and Lower North Cricket Club saw LYPCAbat first and end their 20 overs at 6 for 110: D Blythe 41, T Rankin 33. M Higgs 2/22, R Darling 1/19, J Cowan and S Rowland both 1/16. Gilly’s catch in the outfield was one for the classics. In reply, Lower North openers Gill and Rowland started well with a 52 run partnership that had the big fella puffing but set the game up for LNCC. Gilly was the first wicket caught and bowled for 27 by Rankine, R Darling joined Rowland, but Sam’s innings fell soon after bowled by Blythe for 26, Ryan McPharlin and Darling took the score to 98 when McPharlin was caught behind for 12. McGuinness made three and Cowan not out 5 passed the score with Darling unbeaten on 36, with one over remaining. Final score 4/112. In the final game of the day, Lower North played Yorke Peninsula and with both teams on one win each it

came down to this game – the winner would take home the shield for the next 12 months. Lower North batted first, with Gongy Cowan and Jason Henderson opening. Gongy was bowled by Waterhouse for 7, with the score on 9, Rowland joined Henderson and the two year 11 schoolies added 49 for the second wicket, displacing the bowling to all parts of the ground. Hendo skied one on 20 and with the score on 61, enter the captain Darling with 10 overs remaining. His stay at the crease was short, out for 11, score 3/79. Chivell next in didn’t bother the scorers with his second duck for the weekend, Rowland next out for an excellent 42, M Higgs made a quick 8, McPharlin smashed two consecutive sixes for his 17, Gillly a rapid 11, McGuinness a duck leaving the father-son Williams combination with the last two balls, Tyler running his old man out going

for the third on the last ball. Final score 10/128. B Muster was the best with the ball with 4/19, N Waterhouse, A Davies, A Zwar and S Lodge all took one wicket each. In reply YPCA were all out for 75 in 17.4 overs with no batsman able to make double figures, C Redding with 21 was the top scorer. M Higgs took 5/14 from his 4 overs, S McGuiness 2/16, singles to J Cowan and R Darling. A great effort from the LNCC to not only put a side in the competition, but to come home with the shield. Five players aged under 18 took part: Ryan McPharlin and Shane McGuinness both 17, Jason Henderson and Sam Rowland 16 and Tyler Williams 15. With Lower North Cricket Association winning this game, they ran out winners of the 20/20 competition. This has been the third year it has taken place. Next year it will be hosted by LNCA at Balaklava.

Yorke Peninsula Inter-Association 20/20 Round Robin Competition winners, Lower North, back from left: Sean Williams, Paul Chivell, Matt Higgs, Shane McGuinness, Simon Gill, Jeff Cowan. Front: Tyler Williams, Ryan McPharlin, Ryan Darling, Sam Rowland, Jason Henderson and Curtis Blythe.

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Match won by Lower North Seven Hill Batting K.Steele b S.Rowland .......................... 47 Bentley b G.Cowan................................. 6 Catford ct J.McPharlin b S.McGuiness.... 2 W.Levich ct&b R.McPharlin................... 14 A.Gill Run Out....................................... 13 S.Pike ct M.Higgs b R.McPharlin............ 2 M.Harrold ct Darling b R.McPharlin......... 5 T.Cole ct S.McGuiness b M.Higgs........... 6 Smith Not Out........................................ 13 P.Clark Not Out........................................ 4 T.Jenkins............................................DNB Extras 16 Total 8/128 Lower North Bowling Bowler O M W R J.Cowan 4 0 1 17 R.Darling 8 2 0 19 S.McGuiness 9 3 1 20 M.Higgs 7 1 1 22 S.Rowland 9 0 1 33 R.McPharlin 8 4 3 11

Lower North Batting T.McPharlin ct T.Jenkins b R.Cole......... 15 J.Cowan b S.Pike.................................. 22 R.Darling b A.Gill................................... 65 P.Chivell b R.Cole.................................... 0 M.Higgs ct W.Levich b T.Jenkins............. 1 S.Rowland ct R.Cole b T.Jenkins............ 8 R.McPharlin Not Out..............................11 J.McPharlin Not Out................................ 0 Extras 10 Total 6/132 Seven Hill Bowling Bowler O M W R S.Pike 6 0 1 15 K.Steele 4 0 0 34 R.Cole 7 1 2 25 M.Harrold 5 0 0 22 T.Jenkins 3 1 2 13 P.Clark 3 0 0 18 A.Gill 4 0 1 5

Results of B grade cricket played on October 23

Lower North vs Auburn/Mintaro Match won by Lower North Lower North Batting S.Williams ct K.Parish b L.Bruhn........... 41 H.Battle lbw S.Simpson......................... 45 T.Moulds b S.Simpson........................... 47 S.Dykes ct C.Hill b B.McGrath.............. 20 K.Michalanney st B.Hall b K.Parish......... 7 T.Williams st B.Hall b S.Matz................... 6 C.Marshall b S.Simpson........................ 14 S.Rowland ct C.Hill b S.Matz.................. 4 L.Wright ct C.Hill b S.Matz....................... 1 L.Guy Not Out......................................... 7 T.Platt Not Out......................................... 1 Extras 35 Total 9/228 Auburn/Mintaro Bowling Bowler O M W R S.Matz 8 0 3 50 K.Parrish 8 0 1 39 P.Allen 4 0 0 25 L.Bruhn 8 0 1 32 S.Simpson 8 0 3 34 B.McGrath 4 0 1 22

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Auburn/Mintaro Batting S.Simpson ct H.Battle b L.Guy.............. 42 C.Hill ct S.Williams b L.Wright............... 13 K.Parish ct T.Williams b L.Guy................ 0 B.Hall b S.Dykes..................................... 6 L.Bruhn ct&b S.Dykes............................. 1 S.Matz b S.Dykes.................................... 2 B.McGrath ct L.Wright b S.Dykes............ 0 J.Matz b L.Guy........................................ 1 P.Allen Not Out........................................ 2 Extras 12 Total 8/79 Lower North Bowling Bowler O M W R C.Marshall 6 0 0 14 A.Platt 8 1 0 15 L.Wright 6 0 1 28 L.Guy 7 2 3 11 S.Dykes 4.5 1 4 4 S.Rowland 1 0 0 4 M A C D O A F O U R L A G E R A A T R I B E L O B B C E O R A E H I L L R A C E C O U N T B K R A C E M E E T I N R R T N E T J O G G B R O W N

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SPORT v Bowls

Riverton downs Hamley Bridge Cool playing conditions were encountered when bowlers converged at the various bowling venues last weekend. The eagerly awaited clash between Riverton and Hamley Bridge in Division One resulted in a comfortable 21-shot victory for the home side Riverton. This clash was Hamley Bridge’s first match for the season and with personnel changes during the off-season, their playing combinations still appear to be work in progress. Mallala also had a comfortable victory over Port Wakefield in a match which included two tied rinks and only one winning rink. The closest Division One match saw Owen overcome Wasleys by nine shots. Balaklava had the bye for the round. Clash of the undefeated This weekend’s Division One round features Balaklava’s clash with Riverton, both undefeated so far this season. Balaklava is coming off a bye, while Riverton had a good win against Hamley Bridge the previous week. Despite Balaklava having home-green advantage, Riverton’s results over Balaklava in the past few meetings may give Riverton the slight edge in this encounter. Hamley Bridge hosts Owen in a clash where a win for the home side is paramount if Hamley Bridge is to continue to be a force in the competition.

By John Glistak, WMBA secretary The final encounter sees Mallala travel to Wasleys. Whichever side adapts quicker to the prevailing conditions on the day should take the points in this encounter. Port Wakefield has the Division One bye. Division One – 23 October 2010: – Mallala 74(10) (J. Evans 21, P. Furst 32, L. Stuart 21) def. Port Wakefield 57(2) (R. McQuire 21, R. Murphy 15, A. Fontaine 21); Owen 73(10) (G. Harkness 32, N. Harkness 19, G. Sampson 22) def. Wasleys 64(2) (D. Olive 16, D. McQuade 29, G. Rendell 19); Riverton 79(10) (B. Mullins 20, N. Rogers 25, M. Griffiths 34) def. Hamley Bridge 58(2) (A. O’Brien 25, B. Smith 22, P. Rex 11). Division One Standings: - Riverton 26 (+33), Mallala 20 (+23), Balaklava 18 (+27), Owen 18 (+3), Port Wakefield 10 (-29), Hamley Bridge 8(-21), Wasleys 8(-36). Division One – 30 October 2010: - Balaklava vs Riverton, Hamley Bridge vs Owen, Wasleys vs Mallala, Port Wakefield Bye. PORT Wakefield action: Adrian Brown (front) measures while Trevor Sharman sends one down while Brian Young watches his teammate’s bowl.

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Results from October 20. Clare Blue 40 (8) d Snowtown 39 (2), K Clarke 23 d R Atkinson 17, D Noonan 17 l R Brand 22. Burra 48 (10) d Balaklava 26 (0), C Boston 19 d G Heffeman 16, R Taylor 29 d K Harkness 10. Blyth 47 (10) def Clare Red 29 (0), R Deluca 26 d M Pawelski 14, J Hogan 21 d R Jarman 15. Brinkworth 36 (8) def Clare Green 34 (2), M Erwin 13 l T Haysman 23, M McElvenney 23 d J Bradbury 11. Clare White 38 (10) d Spalding 28 (0), R Brandt 18 d G Goodridge 15, R Wurst 20 d G Blaser 13. Premiership table Pts % Burra 30 69.17 Clare Red 20 52.40 Blyth 20 47.88 Clare White 18 48.77 Snowtown 17 58.16 Balaklava 15 50.00 Clare Blue 12 46.88 Spalding 8 45.19 Brinkworth 8 35.48 Clare Green 2 45.59 Next week, October 27: Clare Red v Brinkworth. Clare Green v Balaklava. Burra v Clare Blue. Snowtown v Clare White. Spalding v Blyth.

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Results from October 21. Auburn Red 55 dBurra Red 27. M Parkinson 37 d L Sutton 12, L Wildash 18 d D Day 15. Booborowie 28 L Riverton Black 49. L Pearce 8 l A Harrip 29, R Landorf 20 drew J Griffiths 20. Riverton Green 51 d Burra Green 35. E Passehl 26 d H Stockman 15, J Przibilla 25 d A Webster 20.

Only four undefeated sides – one having the bye – remain after last weekend’s round of Division Two matches. Balaklava White leads the division, following a comfortable win over Tarlee White which had their first match for the season. Tarlee Red recorded their second win for the season with a victory over Mallala Black. Hamley White also secured their second win with a nine-shot win over Hamley Red despite having only one rink up. In the remaining matches, comfortable wins were recorded by Port Wakefield Gold, Riverton Black, Balaklava Blue and Owen. A couple of intriguing Division Two matches are featured in this weekend’s round. Competition leaders Balaklava White play Port Wakefield Blue, another of the undefeated sides. Which one will remain undefeated? Owen and Balaklava Blue appear

Robertstown Gold 37 d Mintaro 30. L Mosey 16 l L Dixson 19, C Ruediger 21 d W Folks 11. Riverton Blue 42 d Saddleworth Gold 30. M Keast 18 d P Ritchie 15, J Schroeder 24 d C Haydon 15. Tarlee 32 L Robertstown Green 34, J Rohde 9 l S Kimpton 23, S Molineux 23 d D Kotz 11. Saddleworth Blue 38 d Auburn Black 32, B Schoenberg 9 l M Mount 25, R Richardson 29 d P Maloney 7. Spalding 26 L Burra Gold 4 2 , G Goodridge 10 l K Lomman 24, T Peters 16 l D Broderick 18. Premiership Table Pts % Riverton Blue 24 Auburn Red 22 Riverton Black 20 Robertstown Green 18 56.63 Burra Gold 18 52.21 Riverton Green 16 60.00 Tarlee 16 55.82 Saddleworth Blue 14 Robertstown Gold 10 Burra Green 8 45.86 Burra Red 8 44.15 Spalding 6 Auburn Black 4 Mintaro 3 48.83 Booborowie 3 39.87 Saddleworth Gold 2

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to be evenly matched with the results of this match likely to go down to the wire. As for the remaining matches, the unexpected result is highly likely in all of these matches. Balaklava Red has the bye for the round. Division Two – 23 October 2010: – Port Wakefield Gold 74(10) (A. Carslake 31, T. Sharman 18, T. Cluse 25) def. Balaklava Red 54(2) (T. Jones 12, K. Cottle 23, C. Cowan 19); Riverton Black 68(10) (P. Gates 23, P. Kelly 31, R. Schulz 14) def. Wasleys 50(2) (J. McDonnell 15, S. Edlington 14, B. McDougall 21); Tarlee White 81(12) (J. Perry 26, D. Quodling 25, D. Branson 30) def. Mallala Black 59(0) (K. McDonald 91, B. Hill 22, G. Donlon 18); Hamley White 72(8) (J. Bell 22, K. Fyfe 15, V. Healy 35) def. Hamley Red 63(4) (B. Morris 24, G. Schilling 28, R. French 11); Balaklava Blue 77(11) (P. McPharlin 25, R. Barr 25, K. Harkness 27) def. Mallala White 60(1) (G. Forrest 25, J. Curnow 21, P.

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Results from October 15. Balaklava Green 57 d Mallala Black 34, Mallala White 65 d Hamley Bridge Red 20, Pt Wakefield Gold 57 d Balaklava Red 23, Two Wells Red 45 d Balaklava Gold 36, Pt Wakefield Blue 39 d Hamley Bridge Gold 36, Two Wells White 38 d Owen 29. Results from October 21. Mallala White 38 d Balaklava Red 36, R Jenkin 15 l C Goldney 18, B Roney 23 d L Harkness 18. Hamley Bridge Gold 43 d Two Wells White 35, N Fyfe 15 l M Gameau, N Bubner 28 d B Lee-Archer 19. Owen 60 d Hamley Bridge 29, B Harkness 26 d L Moloney 15, G Wandel 34 d H Bell 14. Balaklava Gold 41 d Pt Wakefield 39, K Catford 10 l M Hayes 27, J Milton 31 d B McQuire 12. Balaklava Green 51 d Two Wells 26, G Chapman 13 drew B Molloy 13, B Philp 38 d M Withers 13. Pt Wakefield Blue 43 d Mallala Black 32, H Brown d Y Curnow, S Kempster 18 d C King 9. Premiership table Mallala White 37+60 Two Wells White 30+6 Balaklava Green 29+51 Pt Wakefield Gold 22+32 Hamley Gold 22+10 Owen 20+19 Pt Wakefield Blue 20-4 Hamley Bridge Red 18-63 Two Wells Red 17-18 Balaklava Gold 11-21 Balaklava Red 11-31 Mallala Black 3-41

March 14); Owen 87(12) (P. Sullivan 31, B. Diehl 28, I. Freebairn 28) def. Riverton White 58(0) (D. Lowry 19, R. Hannaford 22, J. Glistak 17); Balaklava White 86(11) (M. Olsen 25, G. Olsen 24, C. Milton 37) def. Tarlee Red 47(1) (D. Meyers 13, I. Rohde 24, F. Gorey 10). Division Two Standings: - Balaklava White 29 (+64), Tarlee White 26 (+29), Hamley White 24 (+22), Balaklava Blue 21 (+10), Owen 20 (+14), Balaklava Red 20 (+10), Riverton Black 18 (+5), Wasleys 18 (-10), Port Wakefield Blue 16 (+15), Riverton White 16 (-24), Port Wakefield Gold 12 (+12); Hamley Red 12 (-14), Tarlee Red 7 (-39), Mallala White 7 (-42), Mallala Black 6 (-52). Division Two – 30 October 2010: Port Wakefield Blue vs Balaklava White, Tarlee Red vs Riverton White, Owen vs Balaklava Blue, Mallala White vs Hamley White, Hamley Red vs Mallala Black, Tarlee White vs Wasleys, Riverton Black vs Port Wakefield Gold, Balaklava Red Bye.

Clare Black peg out against Snowtown Blue The game between Clare Black and Snowtown Blue on Saturday resulted in Clare Black pegging out with a score of 26 hoops to 13 hoops. The other teams playing on the day were Clare Orange versus Snowtown White which resulted in Clare Orange pegging out with a final score of 26 hoops to 19 hoops.

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ference between players in the junior grades. One person said some players were half the size of others and they couldn’t believe their eyes. I know in one game, some of the players looked like adults. There is no easy answer as I’m told by president Wayne and secretary Annette that there are not enough players to have it any other way. Maybe they could

be grouped according to ability rather than age? Dribbler reckons there’s been some research on this, it’s recommended teams be made on size. It would be funny having an ‘under one metre’ team and then an ‘under one point five’ team. It looked to me like players were enjoying themselves and the night went well, despite the rain. I certainly enjoyed the games I watched. Dribbler couldn’t stop talking. The Junior Boys have one team that stood out. The Bulls’ Jake Michael scored an amazing 28 points. Rockets have a lad

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with a famous name but Dribbler thinks we have yet to see his best. I watched the Falcons and the Redlegs, who have a number of talented players in Tyler Moulds, Nathan Studham, Ayden Lawless and Tom Lane. What impressed me was their ability to dribble without watching the ball, a skill all basketballers try to learn. We lost our breath when young Tyler slipped on the wet surface and came crashing down. It was a great relief to see him get up. I saw young Jordan catch the ball and slip along like a skater on ice. The junior girls scored more points than the junior boys. Dribbler reckons this is because they have just finished a season of netball. I’m not so sure. Basketball is different and the shooting action is more one handed. Sarah Heaslip has some talent, shooting an even higher score than Jake. Tayla Williams was also on target, scoring high. Dribbler tells me there are quite a few up-andcoming basketballers. He reckons the development training squads run by Michelle Tiller and Leigh Wright are the reason. The Under 16 Boys game between the Redlegs and Bulldogs had a number of skilled and talented players. I heard Dribbler say, “Wow!” a number of times. Chris Veitch showed amazing dexterity rejecting shots, while Josh Appleby’s reading of the play and dribbling skills were exciting to see. Ross Sharer and Stewart O’Connor were great to watch in the Under 18 Boys, when Long Plains showed Owen they are going to be a much stronger force in the competition. Long Plains look strong in other grades, something not seen for quite a few years. They have a number of tall players. Dribbler appeared quite scared of giant Will Banton. I think they are going to be the team in A men. The Long Plains Women, although they lost to Owen, are also going to be a force. Dribbler looked just as scared by the two tall Fiebig girls. Brianna Wedding put in a strong game, giving Owen the edge. One of the A men told Dribbler that she would be just as formidable in any team, men’s or women’s. Dribbler reckons she needs to work on her outside shooting so that she can take off the heat under the basket. It was a great night and things can only get better as the weather improves. See you at the courts next week!

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Basketball Results Results of matches played on Friday October 22, 2010

A Men Young Guns 24 (J.Walker 8, N .Yates 7, L.Wright 3) def Bulldogs 10 (S.McGuiness, B.Shepherd 4, J.Wilson 2). Long Plains 56 (W.Banton 17, R.Sharer 14, M.Davey 13) def Owen 36 (B.Traill 11, A.Pratt 9, G.Gaze 4).

B Men Auburn Hawks 41 (S.Noack 12, J.Hicks 10, J.Smith 8) def Eagles 24 (D.Hill 11, R.Goldney 6, S.Dodd 3). Magics 38 (R.McPharlin 18, N .Olsen 8, L.Guy 6) def Longies 9 (C.Jenkin 6, P.Cook 2, B.Sharman 1).

Under 18 Boys Mavericks 31 (L.Williams 12, T.Michael 6, Sam Van Kleef 4) def Bulldogs 17 (H.Greenshields 6, J.Zilm 5, Z.Zilm 3). Long Plains 27 (R.Sharer 12, S.Connor 9, M.McIntrye 4) def Owen 23 (B.Mery 8, T.Halls 6, K.Robinson 4).

Under 16 Boys Redlegs 34 (C.Veitch 20, B.Krieg 10, Q.Mackay 4) def Bulldogs 32 (J.Appleby 10, B.Taylor 10, W.Angel 4). Owen 25 (J.Pratt, J.Wedding 7, J.Dunstan 6) def Broncos 17 (Z.Scholz 8, H.Veitch 7, T.Temby).

Junior Boys Bulls 58 (J.Michael 28, S.Michael 14, J.Butterfield 12) def Bulldogs 22 (J.Studham 12, S.Carslake 7, M.Lawrie 3). Redlegs 27 (T.Moulds 10, N .Studham 9, W.Dixon 6) def Falcons 17 (D.Page 8, A.Lawless 4, T.Lane 2).

Swish 21 (J.Tiller 9, C.Lane 8, J.Heaslip 2) def Rockets 13 (J.Gaze 5, L.Mathew 4, R.Betts 2).

A Women Storm 26 (J.Koch 8, J.Harding 4, K.McArdle 4) def Bulldogs 24 (T.Nottle 15, K.Cmrlec 4, T.Nicholls 3). Owen 33 (B.Wedding 23, M.Dunstan 4, P.Florence 2) def Long Plains 27 (C.Fiebig 16, K.Blackwell 5, A.Daniel 4).

B Women Lightning 35 (A.Simon 8, R.McPHarlin 6, L.Michael 6) def Cats 13 (S.Mugge 8, L.Mugge 3, N .Andriske 2). Eagles 19 (K.Harrison 12, A.Trench 5, S.Mudge 2) def Redlegs 16 (A.Smith 5, J.Smith 3, N .Bryan 2). Thunder 43 (N .McCracken 16, C.Barlow 12, C.Haynes 8) def Owen 0.

Senior Girls Bulldogs 27 (D.Hosking 10, A.Williams 7, H.Hoepner 6) def Celtics 22 (T.White 10, S.Tiller 6, C.Guy 2). Wildcats 22 (B.Koch 11, T.Renshaw 6, A.Michael 3) def Owen 6 (R.Fritz 2, K.Graham 2, K.Surace 2).

Junior Girls Breezers 11 (K.Weding 7, J.Heaslip 2, M.Merry 2) def Bulldogs 37 (T.Williams 21, B.Nyoni 6, C.Brown 4). Sonis 34 (E.Cunningham, M.Bennet 8, A.Langdon 8) def Suns 22 (L.Tiller 10, C.Pennycuick 6, A.Allen 2). Sharkes 40 (S.Heaslip 30, K.White 4, Z.Bell 2) def Strykers 23 (K.Gregory 10, E.Mahony 6, W.Palmer 4).

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SPORT v District

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Results from Saturday October 23. Nantawarra 14-111 d Owen/Grace Plains 10-107. T Nicholls, K Williams d S Angus, A Pratt 6-2, W Taylor, T Nicholls l C Daniel, D Pratt 6-3, R Maxwell, S Tiller d K Harkness, R Lloyd 6-4, D Woodroofe, A Tiller l C Barkla, B Marshman 6-3, R Taylor, H Hoepner d A Jordan, D Barkla 7-6, A Krieg, A Williams l T Williams, C Sowerby 6-7. Kirsty Williams d Sonia Angus 7-5, Tammy Nicholls d Chris Daniel 6-3, Sascha Tiller d Kathy Harkness 6-0, Abbie Tiller d Courtney Barkla 6-3, Hannah Hoepner d Amy Jordan 6-0, Ashleigh Williams d Tayla Williams 6-3. Travis Nicholls d Adam Pratt 7-6, Wade Taylor l Daniel Pratt 6-2, Richard Maxwell l Robert Lloyd 6-3, Darren Woodroofe l Ben Marshman 6-0, Richard Taylor d Darryl Barkla 7-5, Ashley Krieg l Craig Sowerby 6-0. K Williams, T Nicholls d S Angus, C Daniel 6-3, S Tiller, A Tiller d K Harkness, C Barkla 6-4, H Hoepner, A Williams d A Jordan, T Williams 6-2. T Nicholls, W Taylor l A Pratt, D Pratt 6-2, R Maxwell, D Woodroofe l R Lloyd, B Marshman 6-2, R Taylor, A Krieg l D Barkla, C Sowerby 6-2. Dalkey 13-106 d Long Plains 11-95. R Gregory, J Humphry d R Sharer, L Tynan 6-3, S Wedding, S Bell l P Pym, K Tynan 6-4, L Surace,

S Fritz l B Pym, A Pym 7-5, L Haynes, C Bell d D Brewster, S Crosbie 6-1, L Marshman, P Peters d N Algar, H Speyer 6-1, A Power, K Barry l P Sharer, C Sharer 6-1. Joanne Humphrys l Leah Tynan 6-1, Stacey Bell l Karen Tynan 6-0, Sally Fritz l Alison Pym 6-1, Cassandra Bell d Shelley Crosbie 6-2, Penny Peters d Hollie Speyer 6-0, Kate Barry l Cory Sharer 6-1. Richard Gregory d Ross Sharer 6-0, Samuel Wedding l Peter Pym 7-6, Louie Surace l Ben Pym 6-2, Lyall Haynes d Daniel Brouster 6-0, Luke Marshman d Nick Algar 6-4, Andrew Power d Paul Sharer 6-4.

J Humphrys, S Bell d L Tynan, K Tynan 6-2, S Fritz, C Bell l A Pym, S Crosbie 7-6, P Peters, K Barry d H Speyer, C Sharer 6-4. R Gregory, S Wedding d R Sharer, P Pym 6-4, L Surace, L Haynes d B Pym, D Brewster 6-1, L Marshman, A Power l N Algar, P Sharer 6-1.

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Results from Saturday October 23. Balaklava 14-122 def Clare Young Guns 10-107. M Moulds, D Friedrichs l S Daly, M Linn 7-5, H Barry, P Barry d C Stone, K Stone 6-4, P Hill, R Lamond d B Daly, T Greenhill 6-1, S Pike, S McDonald d C Knight, L

Lori Allen, Balaklava Blue serves in the first division three junior match for the season.

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Resutls from October 20. Greg Sonntag 43, Jerry Toms 40, Austin Henstridge 39, Rick Campbell 37, Chris Hahesy 37, Bill Tiller 36, Jim Breuer 34, Merv Hameister 33, John Curnow 33, Dean Trickett 32, Mike Hahesy 30, Doug Taylor 28, Norma Taylor 27, Don Anderson 26.

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Errol Branson played a consistent game of golf to win Thursday’s stableford competition with 42 points, from Ed Manning 41, Barry Schwartz 40, Kieth Kluske 40, Roen Cameron 39, and Colin Doudle 37 . Other scores: Bob Hillier 36, Merv Hamiester, Bob Ahola, Ian Rohde 34, Doug Cooper, Dennis Hawke 33, John Riley, John Bell, Ron Collins 32, Cliff Applebee, George Dahlitz, Helen Johnson 31, Dave Russell, Wally Jackson 29, Ross Hienze 28, and Ian Ferguson who by “rumour only” may have had too many red wines at John Bell’s the night before with 23! NTP was won by John Bell and Merv Hamiester had the only two birdies (fifth and 14th) . “Nothing ever stays the same” in the game in the wonderful game of Golf, in the days we have had Ian Ferguson being “the rear guard” in Thursdays comp then winning Saturdays with 42 points. Could the difference have been the red wines? Runner up on a countback from Ross Hienze was John Mitchell with 40 points and Thomas Smith finished in front of George Dahlitz on a count back both with 39 all the above being prize winners. Other scores Roen Cameron 39, Dave Russell, Errol Branson 38, Steve Howell, Wally Jackson, Wim Van Pelt 37, Ian Goddard, Helen Bell 35, Rowland Pawlak 34, Bob Ahola 33 .Barry Schwartz 32, Ron Smith 29, Doug Cooper 27. Non comp players Kieth Kluske 37, Dennis Nation 41. BIRDIES: Errol Branson 1st, Thomas Smith 7th, and 14th. Nearest to Pins Errol Branson 9th, Thomas Smith 14th. Members are reminded the end of season dinner will be held at the Gawler Arms Hotel Thursday 28/10/10 at 6pm to 6.30pm.

Daly 6-4, S Lamond, V Taylor d M Pitcher, R Knight 6-4, A Battle, A Michael l M Jacka, J Pritchard 6-2. Melissa Moulds l Sharryn Daly 6-2, Helen Barry d Courtney Stone 6-4, Pauline Hill l Brittany Daly 6-3, Shaz Pike l Casey Knight 6-3, Shelley Lamond d Maddy Pitcher 6-1, Angela Battle l Maddy Jacka 7-6. Derek Friedrichs l Matt Linn 7-5, Rick Lamond d Kim Stone 6-4, Phil Bary d Tristan Greenhill 6-0, Scott McDonald l Luke Day 6-2, Vincent Taylor l Riley Knight 6-4, Andrew Michael d Josh Pritchard 6-2. M Moulds, H Barry d S Daly, C Stone 6-4, P Hill, S Pike d B Daly, C Knight 6-3, S Lamond, A Battle l M Pitcher, M Jacka 6-4. D Freidrichs, R Lamond d M Linn, K Stone 6-2, P Barry, S McDonald d T Greenhill, L Daly 7-6, V Taylor, A Michael d R Knight, J Pritchard 7-5. Balaklava reports The Balaklava senior side hosted Clare Young Guns for their first match of the season. Top pair Melissa Moulds and Derek Friedrichs came second in a long 7-5 set to Sharryn Daly and Matt Linn. And at the other end, Angela Battle and Andrew Michael also came second but in a not as close fashion! The middle four paris all had wins, including three 6-4s. The home side led 4-2 after the mixed doubles. On to the singles with the scores being a lot closer. Angela Battle decided to test out her mended foot by having a marathon tiebreaker, only to come second in the end! Helen Barry and Shelley

The significantly smaller C Grade mob produced a podium placing for powerhouse performer Paul Thompson, who smote a mighty 63 to crush Chris Hahesy (70) and totally annihilate Austin Henstridge (75). Dodging this carnage were A Holland (87) and M Hahesy (91). Cries of “Birdies” were heard at the third from both Chris Hahesy and Jim Breuer, at the tenth from Ian Michael. Nearest The Pins were claimed by Jim Breuer at the third, Roger Hahn the eighth, Ian Michael the 10th, Doug Taylor the 15th and big-hitting Philip “Porky” Arbon grabbed his (second shot) on, I must assume, the 13th. Don and Tom Whittaker handed in their cards in search of a handicap, while Philip Arbon left us with his third card to consider. This week’s Stableford round will be hauled into line by none other than “Rotten Ron”. We’ll also be hosting a Pennants event, fielding locals Bill Parkin, Peter Lamont, Bill Lokan, “Rotten Ron” and Mark Loy. After the game and to Andrew Manuel’s bitter disappointment, we won’t be asking him for tipples at the 19th because, due to there being a wedding reception held at the club house, all players are required to meander to the Royal Hotel instead to learn who did what and got how many golf balls.

Two Wells

Saturday October 23. Competition: Two ManAmbrose. Sponsor: All Sponsors. Players: 20 men and two ladies. A great day had by all, with a snake sighted on the 10th enjoying a slow round by himself. The shot of the day from my group, apart from my NTP on the first – which was backed up by Bobby Hogg on the sixth with his tee shot rolling over the hole to the back of the scrape witnessed by Clarky – then on the 17th as Les, Bob and I walked up to the fairway to look for John’s ball and Les and Bob’s ball, we noticed a ball

Sharyn Daly, Clare Young Guns plays a forehand during Saturday’s Mid North match.

Lamond were the only two ladies to have wins, but the others were not disgraced. The mens singles were also close, ending at 3 sets apiece. Derek continued his mixed doubles score of 5-7 into his singles in a high quality set, whilst Rick Lamond won a long 6-4. Vincent Taylor in his comeback match, came second in yet another long 6-4 set. Andrew M turned his mixed score around and had a fairly comfortable win, but not as comfortable as Mr Fabulous, Phil Barry who handed out the only dak dropper score for the day! Set scores were locked at nine each as the teams headed into the straight doubles. Melissa was determined to win one for the day, and that she did with Helen. Middle pair of Shaz Pike and Pauline

Hill also won a good 6-3 set, which pleased Pauline after she’d lost her singles. Shelley and Angela did well together but couldn’t quite get there in a long 4-6. The men pulled out all stops to win all three sets which was a great effort, especially after some of the close singles. The top men won fairly easily, but Phil and young gun Scott McDonald tried everything to eventually win a tiebreaker with some great rallies played. The pair bringing up the rear, Vincent and Andrew, had to work hard against their much younger opposition, and played some excellent net shots, with Andrew showing his serve and volley style! Final score Balaklava 14-122 defeated Clare Young Guns 10-107.

right beside the flag. We all thought it was the captain’s ball as I had smacked it clean as. It had hit the flag and popped back a few centimeters on the edge of the hole on the edge of the cup. When I looked down it was John Balls. With the usual diplomacy we looked at the lads and said, “There’s the winning shot for the match”, and John tapped the eagle in. Great shot but, sadly, missing out on the ultimate prize. Next week: Two man Ambrose followed by bbq and AGM. Results 1: G Payne and M Davies 59 1/6th, 2: I Smith and J Spackman 60 ¼, 3: J Ball and P Shields 60 ¾. Long Drives: A – M Davies, B – G Payne, C – D Smith. Ladies: J Holland. NTP’s: 1 – P Shields, 2 –, G Payne, 6 – R Hogg, 11 – G Payne, 12 –, 15 – -l. Birdies Nest: –. NAGA: E Grigg and J Holland. Meat Trays: Leon and Brian. See you on the course next week – bring a friend! – Paul Shields, TWGC captain

Veterans

Adelaide Plains and Barossa Veteran Golfers results. A Grade: Peter Sharp, Harvey Bay 39. Jim Richards, Pen/F 38, Dean Butler 36, Pen/F. B Grade: Geoff Neilson, Barossa 38, Russell Grigg Two Wells 34, Paul Robinson, Gawler 33 . C Grade: Ned Sutton, Pen/F 44, Terry Lind, Two Wells 41, Colin Sharpe, T Tree/G 39. Ball winners, A Grade: V Zito 35, L Williams 33. B Grade: K Douglas 32, G Dawson 31, M Marcus 30. C Grade: A Penn 37, P Jones 37, B Milne 37, B Prim 36, J Taylor 36, J Clark 35, P Hadyn 35, E Manning 35, T Bateman34, B Barns 34. NTP, A Grade: P Sharpe. B Grade: G Neilson. C Grade: M Martin.

Results from Staurday October 23. Moonta 6-8-71 lost to Lochiel 6-8-79. S Andrews, M Morby 1-2-12 d P Nicholls, M Nicholls 0-0-6, A Bacher, G Johnstone 1,2,12 d J Nottle, N Nicholls 0-0-5, T Smith, M Carson 0-0-4 l B Nicholls, B Wallis 1-2-1, T Francis, J Pilgar 0-0-8 l J Thomas, K Nicholls 1-2-13. Scott Andrews 0-0-2 l Peter Nicholls 1-1-6, Mitchell Morby 0-0-6 l Mitchell Nicholls 1-1-7, Aramis Bacher 1-1-7 d Joel Nottle 0-0-6, Gary Johnstone 1-1-6 d Nick Nicholls 0-0-4, Tony Smith 0-0-1 l Bonnie Nicholls 1-1-6, Michael Carson 0-0-0 l Brendan Wallis 1-1-6, Jo Pilger 1-1-6 d Kathy Nicholls 0-0-3, Tania Francis 1-1-7 d Justin Thomas 0-0-5.

Shooting lower light

Results from October 23. Cyclists & Torrens Valley. A Grade: L Lowe 198.8, B Grade: G Apthomas 190. Handicap results: L Lowe 100.4, 98.4, 198.8, FO Pinyon 98.4, 98.3, 196.7, P Gale 98.4, 95.3, 193.7, F Pinyon 97.3, 96.2, 193.5, G Apthomas 94.2, 96.2, 190.6, K Sellick 98, 94.1, 193.01, P Fry 94.1, 94.3, 188.4, D Bradey 96.3, 92, 188.3, W Muhleder 89, 94, 183, J Pinyon 93.2, 88, 181.2. Phoenix. A Grade: M Challen 194.3, B Grade: M Bialkowski 189.2, Sighters: M Challen 39.2. Handicap results: M Challen 96.2, 98.1, 194.3, D Clarke 96.3, 96.1, 192.4, D Logos 95.3, 96.4, 191.7, C George 94.1, 95.2, 189.3, M Bialkowski 96.1, 93.1, 189.2, J Samuel 95.1, 91, 186.1, G Henderson 91.1, 94.2, 185.5, C Williams 87, 97.3, 184.3. Cyclists & Torrens Valley F Class. F Open: S Braund 190.7, F Standard: T Manning 180.3. Handicap results: S Braund 90.2, 100.5, 190.7, R Braund 94.1, 93.1, 187.2, T Manning 90.2, 90.1, 180.3, G Hutchins 92.3, 92, 184.3, B Galpin 85, 86, 171, D Zerbe 84, 86, 170, C Martens 86, 87, 173. Phoenix F Class, F Standard: M Roberts 187.1, Sighters: M Roberts 34. Handicap results: M Roberts 95, 92, 187.1, E Kanik 87.1, 88, 175.1. Postal & Railways. A Grade: R Cunningham 193.6, B Grade: P Bissett 185.2, C Grade: W Phillips 177.1, Sighters: M Spendelove 38. Handicap results: R Cunningham 95.3, 98.3 (3) 196, B Clark 94, 93.4 (5) 192, I Mackintosh 92.2, 93.2 (6) 191, P Bissett 91.2, 94 (4) 189, W Phillips 87, 90.1 (11) 188, M Bethune 87.1, 89 (12) 189, V Synusas 90.2, 93.2 (11) 187, S Giles 83, 90 (5) 178, M Spendelove 80, 86.1 (10) 176, G Harrision 95.3, 94.2 (V) 189.

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Results from October 24. 30 Target Medley: A: A Zupanic 49/50, 2nd: M Pontifex 48/50, B: T Wedding 48/50, 2nd J Gilbert 46/50, C: C Noto 45/50, 2nd: N Dempster 44/50. 20 Target Double Barrel, side by side guns: A: A Zupanic 19/20, B & Over all: B Zanker 23/23, C: J Wheatly 16/20, 2nd: R Nutt 13/20. 30 Target Continental: A: A Zupanic 30/30, 2nd: B Dempster 26/30, B: T Wedding 29/30, 2nd: P Schwerdt 45/49, C: N Dempster 27/33, 2nd: P Noto 26/33. Overall High Gun C Class: P Noto 70/100. Next Shoot: Sunday November 14.

Balaklava men

Last Thursday evening’s Twilight Chook Round drew a cracker crowd of 27 for nine holes of club-wielding craziness. The chook was chucked at young Scottie Baker,who charged home with 29 Stableford points, leaving the previous week’s winner Filip Scaffidi (26) to claim second place ahead of Murray Smith (24). Saturday’s Stroke round attracted nearly 40 players, including new members Don and Tom Whittaker from Owen, plus Jim Breuer of Tickera. Making a welcome and successful return to our “course immaculate” was Geoff McKenzie, who once again showed ‘em how in the A Grade ranks with a net 69, bumping Ian Michael (70) into second and “Rotten Ron” Butterworth (72) to third. Staring on blankly in sheer disbelief were J Breuer (73), M Smith (74), T Michael (74), D Taylor (75), W Parkin (76), M Hameister (80), W Nagle (80) and P Lamont (80). Leigh Durdin was there, all dressed up golfing-style but no score was recorded. From the very strong B Grade field strode the tall, trim figure of Andrew Manuel, smiling broadly and clutching a score of just 69, leaving Dave Rodgers (70) to walk in his wake and Dean Trickett (71) to amble amiably behind them back to the 19th. Trudging disconsolately through their collectively raised dust were R Hahn (72), G Sonntag (73), B Thompson (74), D Addison (74), B Michael (77), D Robinson (78), G Toms (79), I Gameau (79), J Michael (84), G Anderson (85) and C Temby (88).

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A FAMILY Day on the green: Jake, John and Di Michael look set to enjoy a day of golf at Balaklava on Saturday.

Plains Producer, Wednesday October 27, 2010

Results from October 23. Range: 600m. Teams Division: Team Today Champ Pts CTV No 1 1160.30 3514.122 6 Light River No 1 1119.23 3452.91 4 Phoenix Target No 1 1136.21 3447.71 2 Postal & Railways No 1 1106.20 2806.56 0 Clubs Division: Team Today Champ Pts CTV 844.3 2654.7 4 Phoenix Target 854.1 2641.0 4 Light River 827.1 2609.4 4 Postal & Railways 775.8 2420.1 0

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stanley cricket report:

Junior cricket

Lower North leave AuburnMintaro all out for 79 in season opener

With good wins in the junior grades, all senior teams lost this round, a close game in the fours but the ones and twos were simply outclassed by better opposition. Some solid net sessions required training this week to get back on the winning track. Results Under 14 – Gilbert Valley 8/79 defeated South Gawler 5/57. GV: Nathan Busch 19 ret, Brett Heffernan 16. SG: W Michael 2/3, S Bilney 2/5, D Korber 1/10. SG: J Butcher 17 ret, K Weiser 11 ret. GV: Lachie Reichelt 2/8, Lucas Otterspoor 1/2, Hamish Griffiths 1/3, Max Connell 1/7. Under 16 – Gilbert Valley 5/179 defeated Angaston 66. Ang: J Paves 18, S Buckley 18. GV: Zac Hatch 2/5, Jack Connell 2/6, Hamish Behn 2/7, Luke Michalanney 2/18. A1 – Sandy Creek 3/109 dec and 3/33 defeated Gilbert Valley 89 and 51. SC 1st: B Fuller 51 no G Werner 28. GV: Bevan Passmore 1/7, Josh Vater 1/15, Tom Vater 1/27. GV 2nd: Daniel Hutton 10, Tom Vater 9. SC: C Roberts 3/8, B Fuller 3/11, L Ratcliffe 3/14. SC 2nd: L Kent 14. GV: Marcus Crawford 2/3, Dylan Busch 1/12. A2 – Sandy Creek 6/222 defeated Gilbert Valley 48. SC: K Roberts 51, A Wallwork 44, R Muirhead 32 no, M Donohoe 30. GV: Luke Molineux 1/17. Jamie Molineux 1/33. GV: Jamie Molineux 11. SC: G Davis 4/7, R Muirhead 2/8, M Darlington 2/12. A4 – Angaston 3/119 defeated Gilbert Valley 7/117. Ang: D Clarke 55 no, C Schultz 25, T Feist 17 no. GV; Peter Stevens 22, Trevor Reichelt 22, Clayton Rowett 18no, Zac Hatch 17 no. Ang: J Feist 4/16.

LEFT: Matt Higgs bowls for Lower North during the match against Auburn-Mintaro on Saturday. BELOW: Lower North cricketers celebrate a wicket.

B-Grade By Ken-ardly Batt Auburn Cricket Club played host to Lower North Cricket Club for the start of season 2010/11 on Saturday. Recent rain had the Auburn oval looking in excellent condition, which coupled with a sunny day made for a great day of cricket. Lower north won the toss and elected to bat with Sean Williams and Hayden Battle opening the innings, With Williams poised to face the first ball of the summer Auburn local Simon Matz trundled in from the northern end to start the season. K Parish supported Matz bowling from the southern end. Williams and Battle got off to a good start with runs ticking over freely. Parish was bowling well with some movement off the seam and in the air, however Auburn failing some early chances and could not get the early wicket they were looking for, which brought about their first change in bowling with L Bruhn and local legend Phillip Allen making a return to cricket. With persistence, Auburn finally got their break through wicket at the 18th over, with Battle playing back to Simpson out for 45 LBW. Williams followed not long after out for 41 caught by Parish at point off the bowling of Bruhn. This brought new player to the club S Dykes out to the middle to join T Moulds, where they continued to put on runs with Moulds playing some lovely dab shots through gulley, which have now become the Moulds’ ‘signature shot’. Dykes was the next to leave after skying a ball to midwicket trying to push along the scoreboard, Kerry Michalanny came and went, out stumped for seven and also trying to push along the runs. Tyler ‘Nugget’ Williams came to the crease and looked solid from the outset, however he soon departed stumped for six. Parish was brought back into the bowling attack with instant results. Moulds out-bowled for 47. Chris ‘Foggy’ Marshall hit a quick fire 14 before he was dismissed, which bought new player Sam ‘Rolly’ Rowland out to the middle, who didn’t last long as he too was dismissed, caught at midwicket. Lee ‘Luther’ Wright strode to the crease and had trouble getting bat on ball, however his running between wickets was a highlight of the day. With over’s running out, Wright was dismissed for one which left the big hitting Luke Guy and Anothony Platt at the crease for the last two overs. With some innovative running between wickets and a big, big six off the last ball buy Guy, Lower North finished 9 for 228. Auburn Started their innings aggressively with Simpson playing some great front and back foot shots, and fellow batsman C Hill providing resistance at the other end. New comer Anthony Platt was a welcome addition to the club’s bowling stocks, providing some very handy in swing early on and was well supported by Chris ‘Foggy’ Marshall at the southern end, however neither could get the early wicket which saw Leigh Wright brought into the at tack. Wright struggled early but found his mark which resulted in a wicket off a fast rising delivery, C Hill out caught by Sean Williams at first slip. Parish was in next and didn’t trouble the scoreboard, with Guy getting his first wicket with Tyler Williams taking a great catch behind the stumps. With Guy bowling a tight line and length, Moulds bought on Dykes who proved very capable with the ball, snaring four wickets. Hall and Matz bowled, Bruhn was caught and bowled and McGrath was caught at mid on – a great catch by Wright. Philip Allen came to the crease and held up an end but couldn’t do it on his own. In the end Auburn were all out for 79. Best with the bat for Lower North were Moulds 47, Battle 45 and Williams 41. For Auburn: Simpson 42 and Hill 13. Best with the ball for Lower North were Dykes 4 wickets for 4 runs off 8 overs, Guy 3 wickets for 11 runs off 7 overs. For Auburn: Simpson 3 wickets for 34 runs off 8 overs and Matz 3 wickets for 50 runs off 8 overs. Terminus Hotel player of the week went to Luke Guy and Tads Tool of the Week went to the captain Tim Moulds for continually playing the dab shot past gully.

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Local Weather day forecast – Balaklava

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evening. It will be fine and warm to hot with fresh northerly winds ahead of the front, shifting milder fresh southwesterly following the front. On Friday and Saturday the front will move eastwards, pushing the band of rain over remaining parts of the State, clearing from the west on Friday and the eastern parts on Saturday. Isolated thunderstorms are possible over pastoral areas on Friday. Isolated showers will follow the band of rain over western coasts and southern pastoral areas, increasing to scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms with possible small hail over agricultural areas. Conditions will be warm to hot with freshening northerly winds ahead of the rain, becoming cooler as fresh to strong southwesterly winds extend across the State. Cumulative rainfall totals until midnight Saturday are expected to be 5-20 mm over agricultural and

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southern pastoral areas, with local falls of 20-40 mm possible over agricultural areas except Eyre Peninsula. Variable falls of 2-10 mm elsewhere. The outlook for Sunday, Monday and Tuesday is for showers to gradually ease and contract southwards as a new high pressure ridge develops over South Australia early in the week. CENTRAL DISTRICT FORECAST Wednesday: Isolated morning drizzle south of Adelaide and about ranges. Fine and mostly sunny in the afternoon. Cool to mild with light to moderate southwest to southeast winds. Thursday: Fine with increasing high cloud. Warm with light to moderate northeast to northerly winds, freshening during the day. Friday: Areas of rain extending from the west during the morning, then clearing from the west with scattered showers to follow. Warm with moderate to fresh north to northwest winds ahead of a cooler moderate to fresh southwest change during the day. GULF WATERS FORECAST Wednesday: Wind: SE 8 to 13 knots turning E to NE 10 to 15 knots late evening. Local afternoon sea breezes 10 to 15 knots. Sea: 0.5 to 1.5 m. Swell: SW to S 0.5 to 1.5 m on southern Spencer Gulf. Thursday: Wind: NE to N 10 to 20 knots.

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WARNINGS Information at www.bom.gov.au/weather or 1300 659 215 (Local call cost) STATE Isolated showers or drizzle about southern coasts and ranges will clear this morning. Isolated early morning fog patches are possible across the agricultural area. Cool to mild conditions are expected in the south today, while mild to warm and sunny conditions are forecast elsewhere in the State. Mainly light to moderate southeast to northeasterly winds as a high pressure system moves over southern parts of South Australia to be located over Victoria by night. On Thursday, a more significant front will move over western parts of the State, and combined with an approaching upper trough, will extend areas of rain and isolated thunderstorms to areas west of about Coober Pedy to Port Lincoln by late

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Sink or swim in the grain pool market

Safety and responsibility message as harvest nears HarvesT is one of the most dangerous times on-farm with heavy machinery, increased numbers of workers and deadline pressures, often a recipe for accidents, serious injury and even death. With harvest about to get under-way across Australia, grain growers and their families are reminded to make their safety, and that of their workers, their number one priority. The “Managing Grain Production Safely” publication is farmers’ essential guide to cropping safety and is available FREE on the Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation’s website.

The resource guides farmers on the types of health and safety risks posed at harvest and how to control them. Tom McCue, of the Grains Research and Development Corporation, said a myriad of hazards confronted growers and their harvest team. “The continuous movement of machinery such as harvesters, chaser bins, augers and farm vehicles, increases the risk of run-overs and collisions, as well as electrocution from overhead powerlines,” he said. “Harvester operation during hot summer days and the build up of dust and trash in machin-

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• The Lochiel community farewelled Graham and Muriel Moulds, who had lived in the Highway town since 1968, and had become a strong link in the community.

YEARS AGO October 2000

• Balaklava Primary School was announced runner-up in The Happy Little Vegemites Awards, with their entry of animated vegemite jar characters.

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Diary& COMMUNITY

• Nov 2: Melbourne Cup luncheon W&C Hospital, Balaklava Golf Club. • Nov 5: Blyth paper drive. • Nov 6: Balaklava paper drive; BHS cabaret, band “Little Black Dress”, BTH; Strawberry Fete, Manoora Hall. • Nov 8: Two Wells Football and Netball Sporting Club AGM. • Nov 14: Port Wakefield township School Reunion. • Nov 17: Road Safety Committee Adelaide Plains AGM, old council chambers; Two Wells Regional Action Team AGM. • Nov 20: Balaklava Tennis Club Bingo night. • Dec 10: Two Wells Christmas parade. • Dec 17: Adelaide Plains Basketball breaks for Christmas holidays. • Jan 28: Adelaide Plains Basketball Association season resumes.

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honey or treacle 1 lb., and water 1 quart. Mix and place in shallow vessels in path of ants. Tobacco tin with front edge dented in and lid closed is convenient. Argentine ant is most serious ant pest. It is slender, moves quickly, is honey brown in colour, and when

established drives out all other species. Continuous control efforts necessary. Standard poison syrup made as follows: Warm five-sixths of a pint of water in clean vessel over low fire. Add 10.3 grains crystallised tartaric acid, 14.6 grains benzoate of soda, and 1 lb. granulated sugar slowly. Stir to prevent burning. Measure depth of liquid in vessel with stick. Slowly bring to boil and simmer for 40 minutes. Add water to original depth on stick. Stir in 2 1/3 oz. honey before mixture cools, then add 26

grains sodium arsenite which has been dissolved in 1.8 fluid ounces hot water and partially cooled before pouring into syrup. Local chemist will make up bait. Containers 2 1/2” diameter and 4” deep, containing small amount cotton wool, and with small section dented in at top, are suitable. Have lid on, label poison, and keep away from humans and animals. Thank goodness some of these ingredients are no longer available. Ants can still be a real problem!

PET CARE

Supported by Balaklava Veterinary Service. Phone: 8862 2088

YEARS AGO October 1990

• Balaklava Red Cross baby Dylan Smith tried his hand at modelling in a fashion parade held in his honour, raising $400.

Heritage Highlights

Once again, we look at how the Weekly Times Farmers’ Handbook attempted to make life easier for the farmer. So, how does the book suggest you deal with ants? Various kinds of small ants often become source of trouble in the home. If nests are outside and can be discovered, pests can be destroyed by enlarging entrance with stick and pouring in carbon bisulphide. Inside, the most effective plan is to feed them with equal quantities of borax and honey, or mixture of arsenite of soda 1 dram,

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November 7 A.O.G./A.C.C. Balaklava.................. 10.00am

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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UNITING Mallala....................... 9.00am Two Wells.................10.30am Owen Comm............ 11.00am Hamley Bridge........... 9.15am Windsor ..................... 9.00am Balaklava Cong. AGM.10.00am Pt Wakefield............No Service Nantawarra................. 3.00pm

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ation plan, which includes a list of petfriendly accommodation and the contact details of animal boarding houses and shelters. Ensure pets are micro-chipped and are wearing ID tags. Create a pet emergency supply kit containing food, bottled water, a bowl, first aid supplies, blankets and medications. When staying at home during a storm, leave the radio on to mask outside noise; keep the animal close so it feels safe; comfort the pet with a fun activity or tasty treat.

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to be quickly evacuated from their homes when in the path of an advancing natural disaster, which is why it is important to be ready for the worst to not only to protect your family, but also your pets.” Dr Perissinotto said householders could boost their pets’ chances of survival with a pet emergency rescue sticker, which VetShopAustralia. com.au is giving away for free. Attaching the sticker to your front door, front gate or other obvious location means police, fire, 9 3 6 1 7 2 8 4 5 SES officers and other 4 2 1 5 9 8 3 7 6 will 5 rescue 7 8 4 6authorities 3 2 9 1 8 know 4 9 6 if5 there 7 1 2 are 3 pets 2 5 7 8 3 1 4 6 9 in the house, and how 1 6 3 2 4 9 5 8 7 3 to 8 4contact 7 1 6 9you 5 2 in the 7 event 9 5 3 of 2 emergency. 4 6 1 8 6 1 2 9 8 5 7 3 4 The free pet emer-

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For Further Information Contact Josie McArdle 0412 907 974 or Marg McArdle 0428 620 167

Balaklava Football Club

AGM Monday November 1 8.00pm at Balaklava Sports Club

Balaklava Bowling Club

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from 7pm commencing Nov 23 • Teams of 3 or single entries welcome

Enquiries Trevor Clifford 8527 7016

Two Wells Regional Action Team Incorporated

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November 17 - 7.30pm Catholic Church Hall, Two Wells All Welcome

Clare Valley

Sustainability Expo All the latest building materials, solar hot water, solar power, lighting, window and glass treatments, energy efficient building and design, water saving and treatment

Thursday November 4 6.30pm - 9.30pm at Clare Town Hall Guest Speakers: • 7pm - Steve Jenkins, Alternative Technology Association • 7.30pm - Kent Hopkins, HIA 6 Star Building Rating & Greensmart • Food • Quality Clare Valley Wines & beer will be seved on the night 216 Main North Road, Clare Phone: 8842 2777

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BALAKLAVA - 3 bedroom plus study, brick veneer house, on large block. $250 per wk. Ph 0408 831 971. Parham Beach shack for short term rent. Minimum stay 2 nights. 3 bedrooms sleeps 8. Table tennis table. Crabbing gear supplied. $130/night plus $40 cleaning fee. BYO linen (pillows and dunas supplied). Call 0459 373 002 see website at www. parhamholidayrentals. blogspot.com.

For Sale

2.8M padded, shaped pelmet, with 2 matching 3.4M pinch pleated,self lined, 100% block out curtains. Suit bay or large window. As new, from non smoking house. $150 Phone 8862 1028.

12’ Liberty on-road camper trailer. Full annex wall and door. Lots of storage. $3100 neg. Phone 8525 2572 or 0403 018 911.

• Free Entry • Many food stalls • Fun games • Animal nursery • Market stall including: Clare Christian Book Shop, Scholastic Book shop, Craft and skin care products and Advanced Life family Portraits (pre-bookings essential)

For more information contact the school: 8862 2100

Thank you!

On behalf of the Port Wakefield Kindy/ Playgroup, We take this opportunity to express our sincerest appreciation to the following people for their contribution: Port Wakefield Golf Club, Port Wakefield News agency, Port Wakefield Bakery, Port Wakefield Kipling Bakery, Retravision Balaklava, Port Wakefield Hotel, The Wombat Hotel Kadina, Woolworths Kadina, Mancic Seafood Port Wakefield, Popes Bakery Port Wakefield, Phill Barnett, Judith Griffiths, R Skin & Lazer Clinic Kadina. Port Wakefield Kindy/ playgroup is deeply grateful for your support and generosity. It is through the support of individuals and businesses like you that we are able to support our children to enjoy their play area. Thank you! Once again for making our mission a reality.

HOLDEN Commodore VU S Ute, 2001, V6, 5 speed manual, red, tinted windows, power windows & mirrors, power steering, a/c, drivers airbag, cruise control, 17” mags, sports suspension, CD player, fog lights, sports bar, sports exhaust, extractors, tonneau cover, tray liner, towbar, central locking, registered til December, rego no. Manz 45. $11,500. Phone James 0437 427 396 or 88621977 - Balaklava. Holden WB ute, last model, 3.3 litre, 4 speed, mild cam, good body, fair interior, new carby, tonneau cover, painted in tray, 6 months rego, $3,500 o.n.o. UHM 690. Phone Colin 0458 038 207.

Hillman Hunter engine on stand. Complete with radiator and gauges, no smoking, and good oil pressure. Can hear running. $750 phone 8865 2149

Au Ford Falcon, 2000 model, dual fuel, 9 months reg, 195,000 km, $3,800 o.n.o., reg no WVH 722. Phone 0428 433 839.

Commodore VR, 1995, 6 seater wagon, reg VRS 523, $2,750. Phone 8867 1171.

Pullets - point of lay, Isa brown,$16.50. Westview Poultry, Balaklava. Phone: 8864 5096 or 0400 297 658.

Chihuaha pup, 8 weeks, black and tan, small breed, vaccinated, wormed, vet checked. Phone 8865 2024.

Strawberry Fete Thursday November 11

For Sale

Free range pullets, 3 colours. Day old to point of lay, $3.80 to $15.90 each. Phone: 8523 0950 Hillier.

Leather lounges, 1x 3 seater chesterfield. 1x 3 seater Arthur G Designs plus 2 singles all maroon. Excellent condition, $1,500. Ideal for holiday home. Phone 8862 1131.

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Balaklava two bedroom, unit. Self contained, $145 per week, air conditioning, F2F Real Estate. Phone Julio 0409 100 062, Balaklava.

FORD TERRITORY 2006 SY TS AWD 6 speed auto, Silver, reversing camera, 5 seats, cruise, tint, towbar & electric brakes, dual zone climate, colour coded bumpers, service history, 1 owner, 116000 kms XKJ632 $21,000 Phone 0412 286 103.

BALAKLAVA LUTHERAN YOUTH

PAPER DRIVE Friday Nov 5 2pm - Blyth

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

One Joyce electric hospital bed with rails. Good condition, $2,000 o.n.o. Phone 0438 588 413.

Power Beat drum kit. 5 piece, good condition, $450. Phone 0430 063 747.

Retravision - computers, cameras, ipods, appliances, Telstra dealer, air conditioning, wiring and repairs. Phone 8862 1552.

Savage, 10 foot tinny, oars and jackets. Reg until Sept 2011. Has HIN. $700. Phone 0408 859 598 Second h a n d f i l i n g cabinets 2-3 and four draw,gas lift chairs,visitor chairs,stationary cabinet and lockers some like new grab a bargain now Phone 0407 183 862.

Public Notice

CASH for cans and bottles, Owen Recycling - 18 Railway Terrace, Owen. Wednesday 105; Saturday 10-1 or by appointment. Phone 0417 885 107.

Public Notice

SAILPLANE flights. The Balaklava Gliding Club has $60 gift vouchers available for passenger flights any weekend from their airfield 10km north west of Balaklava on main Snowtown road. Bookings 8864 5062.

Wanted

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

Wanted to Buy

VALIANTS wanted AP5 to CL sedans, wagon, utes, parts, anything considered. Ph Joe 0439 339 634. WANTED Motorcycles. We will buy or sell your motorcycle on consignment. Gawler Motorcycle Centre, Lot 1 Main North Road Evanston Phone 8522 7700.

Wanted to Rent

4 bedroom clean modern home wanted to rent by professional couple in Balaklava. Phone 0407 715 593.

18th Birthday

Marriott. Happy 18th Birthday Samuel October 27, 2010. Lots of love and best wishes, Mum, Dad, Kevin and your extended family.

60th Birthday

Stewart - Kelvin. Happy Birthday for October 31, 2010. Love, Brydee-Jean, Kieren and Katie, Quianna, Mum, Marilyn, Roy and family, Colleen and John.

Birth

Crocker - Thomas Patrick born September 30, 2010 to Kate (nee Spence) and David Crocker. A brother for Emily and Lucy, and grandson for Geoff and Dianne Spence.

Engagement

Yamaha XT250 trail bike, 2006, excellent condition, always shedded, only travelled 3,000km, $4,500, YZH 498, registered till 2011. Phone Colin 0458 038 207.

Garage Sale

Garage sale Saturday October 30, 9am to 5pm,furniture etc. 7 Blake Street, Balaklava. Saturday October 30, 8am to 2pm. Toys, books, aviary and lots more. 37 Wallace Street, Balaklava

C on g r at u lat ion s Todd Baker and Pauline Florance 03/10/2010. Lots of love from Chrissy, Kenny, Samantha, Benjamin, xxxx ooooo.

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Casual / Part time

The Balaklava Racing Club has a position for a person to do general outside duties water lawns, cutting grass and other general maintenance work. Permanent part time with flexible hours from 10hrs per week min. Contact Doug Hall 0418 399 143. Applications in writing to: The Chief Executive Officer Balakava Racing Club PO BOX 273 Balaklava SA 5461

to work 20 - 25 hours per week on a rotating roster including weekends. Experience preferred but not essential as training will be given.

Call Gordon or Tracey on

8867 1464

CHRISTIAN PASTORAL SUPPORT WORKER (Previously known as School Chaplain)

Two Wells Primary School Address: Gawler Road, Two Wells Phone: 8520 2277

Applications are invited for this position of 18 hour per week commencing Term 1, 2011. The position exists to offer support to students, staff and the school community. A Job and Person Specification is available from the front office.

Medical Receptionist required for casual position in a busy Podiatry Practice in Balaklava working every Wednesday from 8.30am to 6.30pm. In this front-desk role you will provide a warm and professional welcome to our patients as well as undertake various administrative duties to support the podiatrist and our wider team. You need to be self-directed and flexible in your capacity to work. Experience is desirable with immediate start required. If you believe you could fill this role and would like to join our team please forward your CV and Cover Letter to: The Practice Manager noeleenmiller@yahoo.com.au

Closing date: Tuesday November 9, 4:00pm

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

Phone: Jim 8867 1224

Cellar Hand Positions Vintage Casual

Taylors Wines Pty Ltd is a successful & innovative family owned company producing premium wines for the domestic and export market.

Blyth / Snowtown Football Club Inc (Affiliated with NEFL)

Applications are invited for the following coaching positions for the 2011 season

Thursdays, hit off 5pm – 6pm

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A Grade B Grade Under 17 Under 14 Playing or non playing. Applications in writing stating experience and remuneration to: The Secretary BSFC Inc PO Box 28 Blyth SA 5462 Applications close November 5, 2010

Taylors Wines is seeking applicants for several casual positions for Vintage 2011, and are looking for self-motivated, reliable people who have attention to detail and the willingness to work in a team environment. Taylors Wines welcome applicants who are keen to learn new skills and therefore Cellar experience is not essential. The Vintage Cellarhand duties include: • Fruit Processing • Forklift Operations • Fermentation Operations • Barrel Operations • General Cellar Operations Applications should be forwarded to: The Human Resource Manager Vintage Cellarhand Positions Taylors Wines P.O. Box 90 Auburn S.A. 5451 Applications Close Friday November 5, 2010. www.plainsproducer.com.au

real estate

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367.52 Ha / 907 Acres (approx.)

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List your property with Elders and receive expert advise from the largest, most experienced rural estate company in Australia. Contact Graeme Hann, your local rural sales specialist in the Lower North at Elders on 8521 0302, 0417 814 659, fax 8524 8311 or email graeme.hann@elders.com.au Sold as a Whole or in 5 Contingent Lots. Lot 1: 48.17 ha (119 Acres) Gently rolling cropping land.

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Lot 2: 76.12 ha (188 Acres) Gently rolling cropping land. Lot 3: 19.17 ha (47.36 Acres) Flat to gently undulating cropping land, 1 Paddock.

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Lot 4: 138 ha (341 Acres) Gently rolling cropping land. Lot 5: 85.79 ha (212 Acres) Gently rolling cropping land with all improvements including 3 bedroom timber framed home and shedding complex.

LOWER NORTH HEALTH ADVISORY COUNCIL INC

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING In accordance with the Lower North Health Advisory Council Constitution an Annual General Meeting is to be held each year.

The property has been subdivided into 8 paddocks and watered by mains. Excellent cropping property in a reliable rainfall area. Ideal for all cropping pursuits including cereals and legumes. Registration of Interest: Closing on Friday October 29, 2010 at 2pm at Landmark Balaklava.

Port Wakefield

Auction

4 South Street

The Annual General Meeting will occur on Monday November 15, 2010 at 1pm in the Board Room, Clare Hospital. All members of the public are invited and welcome to attend. Gary Stewart Returning Officer Lower North Health Advisory Council Inc Potential plus Location

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.

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This circa 1920 Stone home is set on a large level allotment of some 11 square metres, close to all the amenities that Port Wakefield can offer from fishing to shopping. The home itself contains three double bedrooms, generous sized lounge with both gas and slow combustion wood heating, large eat in kitchen, bathroom with sep shower and bath, laundry. With its lofty ceilings, lead lighting and ornate fire places, this home with a bit of love and care could be restored to its former glory. Outside there is the carport, workshop and single garage. Auction: Friday November 5 at 11 am on site. • 10 % deposit, Settlement will be following the granting of Probate. • Clearing sale to follow immediately following the house Auction.

Port Wakefield

Clearing Sale

4 South Street - following property auction at 11am 1993 Ford Longreach Ute (VLY-504), Ace Me Gopher, 7 Drawer Duchess Dresser, Spindle back Chair, Combination Wardrobe, Occasional Table, Singer Treadle Sewing Machine, Wicker Commode, Wooden Chest, Pedestal, Lead Light Buffett, 6 Dining Room Chairs, Standard Lamp, Fire Surround, Leadlight Kitchen Cabinet, Carved Door Cabinet, Knitting Baskets, Shoe Cleaning Box, Records, Carlton ware, Cinema Seats, Picture Frames, Spinning Wheel, Wardrobes, Dble Bed, Single Beds, 6 Drawer Dressing Table, Whatnot, Wooden Kitchen Table, Writing Desk, Buffett, Coffee Tables, Card Table, Wall Unit Folding Table, Sewing Machine in Cabinet, Laminated Kitchen Table, Walker, Eskys, Sanyo Microwave, Oven Toaster, Heller Chest Freezer, Westinghouse Fridge Freezer, Panasonic Colour TV, Elec Fan, Elec Lamps, Hoovermatic Twin Tub Washing Machine, Kitchenware, Crockery, Bric a Brac, Books, Tupperware, Cups Saucers & Plates, Cases, Folding Beds, Golf Sticks, Fishing Rods & Reels, Paintings, Mirrors, Garden Seat, Elec Cement Mixer, Wheel Barrows, Ryobi Compound Mitre Saw, B/D Jigsaw, B/D Circular Saw, MTD 3414 Chain Saw, Talon Chain Saw, Jacks, Coppers, Jerry Can, Hand tools, Garden Tools, Spirit Levels, Assorted Timber, Ladders & Lawnmower. Auction: Friday November 5 on site. TERMS: Registration System to apply • ID will be required • Strictly cash on day of Sale. Landmark Balaklava - Ph: 8862 1333

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Owen Auction Owen to Balaklava Rd

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

Balaklava $155,000

22 Humphrey Street Great investment opportunity This 3 bedroom home consists of a kitchen and eating area adjoining the lounge room. There is a fully tiled 3 way bathroom, laundry and separate toilet. The interior has been fully repainted throughout and considering that all of the floor coverings have been replaced, this home is ready to go as a perfect first home or an investment property. The yard has not been established as yet so, you come with the ideas and set it up the way you want it. Affordable homes of this nature are a rare find so contact us today to arrange an inspection of this property that offers you a chance of a lifetime to get yourself started or increase your property portfolio. Terms: Settlement 17/12/2010, Deposit 10% on the fall of the hammer

Auction: Friday November 19, 2010, 10.30am on the property, at 30 East Street, Port Wakefield

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Ideally located & affordable stone cottage

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

• Large Carport • Good Tenant In Residence

House & Land Auction

This property consists of a large 4 bedroom home with a formal lounge, kitchen and family area, sleep out and a small room that is ideal as an office that adjoins a side patio area. A tiled bathroom has a bath and separate shower alcove and a Laundry area. There is carpet in most rooms except the wet area’s and the home has been freshly painted throughout and is just waiting for your final touches to make it a family home again. Outbuildings consist of a huge carport, large lockable workshop with a mechanics pit and various other sheds. The property has mains water connected. This property has huge potential so inspect today. • Terms: Settlement 10/12/2010 • Deposit 10% on the fall of the hammer • The land tenure is an estate in fee simple and also possessory rights.

Auction: Saturday November 13, 2010, 10.30am on the property, at “Woods” Balaklava to Owen Road

Tania & Peter Butterfield Mobile: 0417 884 877 Office: 08 8862 2172 Fax: 08 8862 1280 www.butterfieldagencies.com.au

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Trekkers Kickin4Kids at Port Wakefield THE trekking group, from left: Dave Scutchings, Brenton Davis, TV host and committee member Troy Gray, Adam Boon, chairman Ron Barton, Adelaide 36ers coach Phil Smyth, Carolyn Donlan, Stephanie Ratcliff, former Port Power coach Mark Williams, Ryan Hinks, Monique Phang, James Simpson, Joanne Atkinson, Kate Youngson and Rachel Jones with the Parker family (front), from left: Kayleigh, Jillian, Abbey, Andrew, Sophie and Lucy. LEFT: Jazmin Fitzgerald, Kristal Moreton and India Amos with the car they made at school. Twelve hardworking individuals left Port Adelaide on Monday, bound for Port Lincoln on foot, canoe, mountain bike, camel back and more, for the 2010 Variety Kickin4Kids Trek to raise funds for Variety’s Freedom program, which helps children in need gain mobility and independence. Port Wakefield Primary School students were delighted to meet celebrities Mark Williams, Phil Smyth and Xavier Minnecon.

Andrew and Jillian Parker of Owen thanked the trekkers for their hard work, after being recipients of funds through the organisation. Their daughter Abbey suffers from osteogenesisimperfecta (brittle bones). The group will also visit Port Vincent, Port Hughes, Kadina, Port Pirie, Port Germein, Melrose, PortAugusta, Whyalla, Coffin Bay and will cross the finish line in Port Lincoln on Friday October 29.

Channel 9 presenter Troy Gray is filming a charity documentary about this year’s adventure. This which will culminate with a red carpet movie premiere in December. The documentary will also screen on Channel 9 in mid-January 2011. Since its inception, Kickin4Kids has contributed more than $600,000 to Variety’s Freedom program in South Australia. It has helped hundreds of children gain mobility, freedom,

independence and the chance to join in the life of their community through the provision of wheelchairs, leg splints, standing frames, prosthetics and wheelchair lifter conversions to motor vehicles. There are only 12 spots available on each Kickin4Kids Trek every year. For more information or to register your interest to take part in next year’s event visit http://www.kickin4kids. com.au/trek.

n Former Port Adelaide AFL coach Mark Williams in the threelegged race with James Simpson.

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