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The Leopard has landed Bronte Hewett reports:

Les Pearson reports:

For those who haven’t noticed, a Leopard tank has arrived at Two Wells war memorial but not without significant effort from members of Two Wells RSL and a big transport operation.

One of 30 in Australia, the historic tank was granted to Two Wells RSL late last year.

The tank was delivered last Friday on the back of truck, with a crane lifting the 42 tonne artefact onto a prepared cement slab.

RSL president, Tony Flaherty, said the tank was an asset for the RSL, local businesses and the community.

“All day Saturday, there were people taking photos of the tank,” Mr Flaherty said.

But despite the prospect of a tourist attraction, Mr Flaherty said people shouldn’t lose sight of the tank’s origins.

“It’s important they remember the futility of war and the people who died wearing a uniform– both men and women,” he said. n Continued Page 12

TWO Wells RSL members John Allen (left) and Tony Flaherty with Federal Wakefield MP, Nick Champion. On the tank are Nick Femia and Rick Martin, who donated the concrete base.

The tank attracted plenty of attention from locals (from left) Kate Coombe holding Cassidy Coombe, Lisa Flaherty, Rebecca Ielasi, Val Flaherty and Bernie Ielasi.

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AFTER a major earthquake and tsunamis rocked Japan late last week, local exporters have been quick to establish the impact on the businesses and their respective Japanese clients.

Both Balco and Gilmac have strong trade connections with the Asian country.

Balco managing director, Malcolm May, marketing director, Murray Smith and general manager, Rob Lawson, journeyed to the disasterstricken country on Sunday – but this was a pre-planned trip.

Mr May said given the tragedy still was gradually unfolding, with radiation threats and further earthquakes, it was hard to tell the exact extent of damage to Balco’s Japanese clients – but the overall picture of the country was concerning.

“I feel so sorry for the Japanese people,” Mr May said.

“Food is gradually disappearing out of stores and people are on fuel restrictions. You can only buy $20 worth of fuel a day. There are lines three kilometres long for fuel.”

Mr May spent most of his visit in the southern areas of Japan in Osaka, a long way from the disaster-ravaged northern end of the country.

He returned to Australia yesterday afternoon and pledged support for a country facing a grim couple of weeks, even months.

“We will try to keep in touch and help them in any way we can, although we’re not sure how at this stage,” he said n Continued Page 10

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NEWS v District

No identity crisis – but where do we start?

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DENTITY. It’s not just a status in modern society, it is a valuable commodity.

We have fake identities, underworld identities, online identities, product identities, stolen identities, the list drags on like a Better Homes and Gardens episode before a Friday night football match.

Individually, we generally control what identifies us as people but collectively as a community, well, that is a different story.

Which brings me to what I really want to talk about – town identity.

I’m not going into a rant about working together or how cooperation will close the hole in the ozone layer.

This is more about how our towns are branded and what im-

MY VIEW with LES PEARSON pressions people are left with after passing through.

My favourite town identity or trademark in the area is by far the Lochiel “monster”.

Those cruising through the town on Highway One may not notice the tiny old locality on one side of the road but ever since I was a kid, I remember seeing this creature poking out of the salty swamp on the other side of

the road.

There are remnants of a few limp efforts to create such an effect in the past but the one that stands boldly today remains an icon of the town.

It’s quirky little pieces of trivia such as the Lochiel monster that stick in the mind and in the world of marketing, something sticking in the mind is the main goal.

Sure, effectively it is a few tyres and a bit of metal jutting out at the end, probably constructed by a few local larrikins while smashing a few tinnies of Eagle Blue.

That said, the town’s identity on a whole revolves around this slap-stick monster protruding from Bumbunga Lake.

It’s big winning point is it’s funny, ridiculous, ludicrous even.

The mystery surrounding the monster and its creators still lingers, a secret bundled up inside locals from the town, guarded like the inner workings of a Freemasons’ ritual.

Rumour on the street is the Lochiel monster is set for a revamp. The powers that be amongst the local community are stirring, preparing to rouse the monster from its sleep and reinvigorate the icon.

Yes, Lochiel is hardly a bustling metropolis with a thriving tourist market but the point is, it is infamous, widely known by travellers just for the intrigue surrounding the town’s “monster”.

Sometimes, we take creating a community’s identity too seriously, to the point where the

message we’re trying to convey in a clever mode becomes, well, cheesy.

I’m a big believer of learning from your neighbours, although my non-existent back garden indicates otherwise ... but the opportunity is there, for all towns in the district to think outside the square and come up with a town identity that etches itself in the memory bank.

Dublin has those classic protest sculptures, Snowtown has its giant blade thing, Two Wells now has a great big army tank and Lochiel has its monster, it appears a few towns at least, are catching on.

What do you suggest? Tell me at les@plainsproducer.com.au or hit up the Plains Producer on Facebook.

Harvest review go-ahead

PICTURE: Lisa Redpath

Sarah can’t hide happiness o IS Sarah Spyker smiling behind that piece of paper? You bet she is!

Sarah, executive officer for Adelaidebased international aid agency, Bright Futures, came to Balaklava this week to be presented with a cheque for $5000 by friend David Woodroofe,

on behalf of a “mystery donor”. The Plains Producer last week featured an article about David and Sarah’s trip to Lukodi in Uganda, where Bright Futures is helping communities rebuild.

The anonymous donor was touched by their story and efforts and con-

tacted David with the very generous donation.

Another $480 so far has been raised and David and Sarah thank everyone for their generosity. To make a donation, contact David on 8528 6365 or 0404 082 076.

A PARLIAMENTARY Select Committee has been established to conduct a review of the 2010/2011 grain harvest.

In a surprising turn of events, the motion to establish the committee review by Shadow Agriculture Minister, Adrian Pederick, was met with complete support in the Lower House from both the Labor government and independent members.

“It was a unanimous decision from the Lower House, there was not one dissenting voice,” Mr Pederick said.

He said the issue goes beyond politics and is more about getting the right result for the state’s farmers but initial comments from Agriculture Minister Michael O’Brien suggested Labor would not support the select committee enquiry, preferring to wait until the results of Viterra’s own internal review were known.

“Certainly it was the last thing I thought would happen, that Labor would come on board when I first floated the suggestion of the select committee,” Mr Pederick said.

“I was exceptionally pleased by the bipartisan approach into the grain handling issue.”

The five-person committee features Mr Pederick, as well as Member for Chaffey, Tim Whetstone from the Liberals, while Member for Light, Tony Piccolo and Member for Mawson, Leon Bignell will

represent the Labor party on the committee. Geoff Brock is the Independent MP representative.

Mr Pederick said work had already begun. “We’ve got a lot of work ahead of us but we’re hoping to have the committee’s work finalised by mid-September,” he said.

“In the early stages of the inquiry, I believe we should focus on grain classification issues and readiness for harvest, including storage and those sorts of things, so I will be pushing those issues from the start.

“It’s about the farmers of the state and my aim on the select committee is to get the right results for the farmers.”

Family First MLC Robert Brokenshire was also a strong supporter of the select committee enquiry.

His focus was on getting the right infrastructure in place.

“I am putting the government on notice now that if there are issues with roads, ports, rail or other infrastructure they must deliver on those requirements as soon as possible,” he said.

“South Australia has an expectation that our grain harvests are not hindered by poor infrastructure and South Australians all appreciate the importance to the state economy of a strong harvest return, as indeed we saw yesterday Premier Rann tweeting about that very issue.”

Trail upgrade THE Lions walking trail at Balaklava underwent some repair work after floodwater from December’s heavy rains washed away a lot of the track’s surface.

Wakefield Regional Council infrastructure services manager, David Hassett, described the work as “a maintenance treatment to repair scouring and gravel loss due to stormwater ingress and remediation to bring the trail back to a pre storm standard”.

Mr Hassett also said construction of the Owen walking trail will more than likely start in about a month.

“We are still clearing the backlog of work from the storms, and now the recent rain,” he said.

The Owen job also has a rubble pad for a farming implement on the west side of the town.

“WRC is building the pad and Owen Community Centre Committee is installing the implement as an entry statement for the town,” Mr Hassett said.

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BALAKLAVA’S Geoff Wiseman regularly enjoys the Lions trail with best pal, Pepe.

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NEWS v District

We know our mayor, James Maitland. Who shares his busy community life?

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Prue Maitland shares morning tea during shearing ‘smoko’ with shearer Daryl Andriske, husband James and shed hand Trevor Ottens – Picture, Lisa Redpath.

By Les Pearson

HE is the woman behind the man who has led the Wakefield Regional Council since 1997.

A farmhand, kindergarten director, rotary club secretary, mother, grandmother and last but not least a mayoress, Prue Maitland wears a number of ‘hats’.

Taking the time out from her official cooking duties after delivering morning ‘smoko’ to the shearing shed, Prue discussed her many roles and how she finds time to fit them all into one lifetime.

“I’ve always helped James in the sheep yards,” she said.

“I’ve done many hours of drafting, drenching, helping load sheep into the shed. But the smoko, I find, is the time-consuming thing.”

Juggling between farm life and her several other commitments can get a bit tricky at times but Prue claimed a strong marriage is the ideal foundation.

She said James was always a involved in community groups, particularly while their two children were at school.

“Earlier on, he was very involved with a number of community things so it was probably about then we established I would support him through that and our supportive relationship sort of evolved from that,” she said.

“I was always the person at home keeping things going, looking after the children.

“When I committed to working full time as a teacher, he said to me ‘I’ll be the one to stay back and do some of the things at home’.

“So he also does help with a lot of the domestic jobs. We’ve been a bit of a team over the years.”

Prue was predominantly a city girl after moving to the big smoke from Victor Harbor aged five.

The couple met at a 21st birthday party for one of Prue’s closest friends, who was also James’ cousin.

“It’s very South Australia, isn’t it?” she laughed.

They married about three years later. “It wasn’t love at first site or anything like that,” Prue chuckled.

With uncles on the land, Prue had reasonable exposure to a farmer’s life throughout her childhood.

“I used to think ‘what a wonderful life’,” she recalled. “It was something I would have liked to do but not something I set out to do.”

As fate would have it, she ended up a farmer’s wife.

“Looking back on it, it is a great life, you get the best of both worlds,” Prue said.

However, being a farmer’s wife can have its limitations, something

Prue a true ‘first lady’

the mother of two and grandmother of seven is more than aware of.

“I’m not a women’s liberationalist but I believe that women need to have their own life as well,” she said.

While being supportive is important, Prue said pursuing dreams and experiencing what life has to offer is part of an important balance.

In recent years, she has both ventured to Vietnam with her sister and travelled to Italy with a close friend, without James. “I would

say to women, who live on farms, to take advantage of opportunities when they come up and follow your heart,” she said.

“You need to establish yourself as an individual as well as being in a partnership.”

Social outlets are also an integral part of enjoying life in a rural community.

Prue said social groups are an ideal outlet, even if sewing or patchwork, for example, isn’t your strong point.

Prue Maitland joins Courthouse Gallery “legends” Joyce Ross (centre) and Leonie Enman to cut the 20th birthday cake.

Gallery marks 20 years with big night Balaklava Courthouse Gallery celebrated 20 years of arts and craft in style last Friday night.

‘An Arty Affair’ attracted about 150 guests, who enjoyed warm hospitality from gallery volunteers, including a birthday cake, background music, nibbles and a silent auction of art by acclaimed Balco Art Prize artists.

Gallery curator, Jo May, said the Plains Producer, Thursday March 17, 2011

“I think it’s really important for women to do things with other women and build up a network of friends they can basically talk to if they have any issues or just to have a laugh and a coffee together,” Prue said.

Finding time to relax can be half the battle. However, the simple answer is to make time. “I’m quite good with time-management, so I prioritise,” Prue said.

With a weekly approach, she plans what needs to be done by when and tries to work to those goals, all the while finding time to wind down.

“There are some weeks where they go pear-shaped and times where there have been a lot on,” Prue said.

“When that happens, I have to put aside some of the trivial things.

“Don’t get yourself too

night was a big success with about $1500 raised in the silent auction.

“We were very pleased with how it went,” she said “There has been a lot of positive feedback and it was a good opportunity for people to catch up with friends they haven’t seen in a while.”

The highest selling art work was ‘Children on the beach’ by Pamela

Eustice. The lucky bidders at $750 were Murray and Janice Smith.

The birthday exhibition was opened

by Blyth artist Ian Roberts, who also opened the very first exhibition in 1991.

Wakefield Regional Council mayoress Prue Maitland, with gallery stalwarts Joyce Ross and Leonie Enman, cut the cake and made a toast to many more years of success at the gallery.

tangled up in all that.” She said there will be occasions where the dishes or ironing will have to wait.

“I’m not obsessive about it,” Prue said. “Sometimes I think ‘what the heck, does it matter if the bed doesn’t get made today, nobody’s going to see it’.”

The key in her mind is to remain diligent in your planning and not go from being overworked to lazy. “I couldn’t live in a messy, disorganised household,” she said.

“The secret to all of this is having time management skills but also having a bit of a plan. Those things don’t come easily to some people.”

When work commitments started taking their toll on the home, Prue simply hired some help, a cleaner.

“Someone told me years ago, when you work, you can’t do it all,” she said.

“It also makes the money go around the area.

“I think we, as women, try and be the superwoman and do too much.

“You have to acknowledge that it’s ok to take some time out.”

Prue describes the relaxation period as “me time”.“It’s so important for most women and I think some women don’t take it,” she said.

Mothers with small children are especially encouraged to take a break.

“I have encouraged use of child care or occasional care,” Prue said.

“When I was newly married with young children it was probably seen as a failure if you couldn’t cope with parenting.

“In that time since, with research, we’ve discovered everyone needs what I call ‘me time’.

“It’s a time when you’re doing something for yourself which gives you a break from any other issues that might be going on in your life.”

Managing household chores as a couple is also a great help but communication is the real essence behind a successful relationship.

Prue said she and James used to hold Sunday evening “board meetings” to plan for the week ahead.

“We do try and work as a team,” she said. “There are times it doesn’t work but most of the time it does.

“I think it’s like with a lot of relationships, it’s give and take.”

The pair will celebrate their 40th anniversary in December with plans to travel soon after and eventually, take a more permanent approach to relaxation.

“Retirement is probably the next step but we haven’t worked out what we’re doing next” It’s likely to be a country sunset for the couple.

“I think (country living) is far more meaningful and we have a lot of connections and friends in the country so it’s probably better to stay put,” Prue said.

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NEWS v Lewiston Bronte Hewett reports: debate continued over whether or not to reopen Frost road at District Council of Mallala’s last meeting, with the outcome showing support for an immediate reopening.

Councillors decided on Monday, February 21, Frost road, between Hancock drive and Hayman road at Lewiston, would be reopened with the $10,000 allocated to the project in last year’s budget.

Infrastructure services manager, John Tillack, said $10,000 would only be enough funds to remove rubble barriers and put gravel on the road but not improve the road’s safety.

Councillors also voted for consideration of funds for sealing the road in the 2011-12 budget.

Some councillors were hesitant to reopen the road without sufficient upgrades for safety concerns but others felt access to the road was paramount.

Councillor Anne Picard moved the matter be brought back, after council decided last year to defer the matter until March. Councillor Tom Summerton then moved the barrier be removed to the value of $10,000.

Previously, councillors raised concerns about having a road which consists of bitumen which turns to dirt for a short distance before again turning to bitumen.

Cr Duncan Kennington said it wouldn’t be “totally out of the ordinary” to have a road which consists of bitumen followed by a section of dirt, then bitumen again, as Germantown road also contains a similar surface.

“I think people would be happy to have some road rather than no road,” he said.

Several residents of Hancock drive, which is on the southern side of the closed section, did not approve of the reopening.

Roslyn Parker’s home is on the corner of Frost road and Hancock drive.

“I would prefer to have it closed,” she said.“There are a lot of kids on

Opening Frost road gets a cool reception from local residents this street, and they ride their bikes and it’s fairly safe at the moment,” she said.

She said a lot of horse owners walked their horses along the closed section of Frost road.

“I don’t think horse owners would be too happy either.”

In terms of a short cut for motorists, Roslyn said residents should have realised they would be driving a bit when they moved to Lewiston.

“You have to drive the extra distance – we’re in Lewiston,” she said.

Chris McDermott, who lives on Hancock drive, said he also did not want the road opened.

“To open that road would mean there is nowhere left to go walking

near here,” he said. “I would be quite happy if that road does not open.”

Mr McDermott said safety concerns were bad enough at the moment, because four wheeled drives continue to use to road anyway.

“It’s just silly. I think the $10,000 could be better spent.”

He said he didn’t see the benefits because it was not a cut through road to Virginia, as Frost road was closed further south as well.

“If the road is opened as a cut through road, it will take away leisurely activities like walking,” he said.

Neralie Wearn just built a new home on Cavallaro place in the new Hayman Estate, which is on the

IT’S “no deal” on Frost road, says Chris McDermott.

PIcture: Lisa Redpath. northern side of the closed section.

Mrs Wearn, who is expecting her first child, said she would rather the road stayed closed.

After initially considering the benefits of shorter driving distances, she said it would have greater safety benefits to keep the road closed.

“If it remains closed, children will be able to ride their bikes further and it will be safer,” she said.

“It’s nice not to have much traffic.”

Vicki Fabrici said she thought it would be a good thing to open the road.

“The kids catch the bus from Hayman road,” she said. “They have to walk there, it would be good to be

able to drive them to the bus stop.”

Esther Schlaeppi, a resident on Hancock drive, said it would be pathetic to open this section of road.

“They’re not making it possible to go for a walk,” she said.

“I’m not really happy if they open it, because it will make a lot of traffic,” she said.

Mrs Schlaeppi said it was disappointing Lewiston was lacking so much infrastructure for walking.

“There are no footpaths, and now there is no access to the reserve because of development.”

“I can’t believe there can be an area this big without any infrastructure,” she said. “There is nowhere to go walking.”

Councillor walks out after dispute over seat More unusual behaviour has been displayed in District Council of Mallala’s chamber.

When council met to discuss the Two Wells Main Street plans survey format on Monday, February 28, deputy-mayor Anne Picard left before the meeting even began.

COMMENT

by Bronte Hewett Cr Picard opted to sit in the public gallery because her usual seat was occupied, as the visiting consultant suggested all councillors sit in different seats for the workshop.

DCM mayor, Marcus Strudwicke, said he asked Cr Picard to sit at the table instead of in the public gallery seating, but Cr Picard would not comply and instead left the chamber.

“She was reluctant to sit in a different seat than her normal seat,” he said. “She simply got up and left when

she was informed that if she didn’t sit at the table it would be considered disorderly.”

Mr Strudwicke and CEO, Charles Mansueto, said there was no indication as to why she left the meeting.

Mr Strudwicke said it was a requirement for councillors to be seated

appropriately in the chamber and he declared her choice inappropriate and therefore disorderly.

Spare seating was available next to Crs Steve Jones, Yvonne Howard and Terry Keen. Cr Picard was unable to be contacted for comment.

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at 9:30am for a 10am start at the Old Redemption Cellars, Peter Lehmann Wines, Para Road, Tanunda With the 30 year Plan and accelerated population growth, viable agriculture, rural landscapes, healthy environments and vibrant communities are all under pressure.

This Debate is an opportunity to consider issues and some solutions: • Professor Randy Stringer of Adelaide University will outline some frameworks and talk about the experience in other parts of the world; • Tim Horton, Commissioner for Integrated Design will address the role of integrated design and new approaches • a learned panel will address the issues for farming, the environment, affordable housing, economic growth.

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LIFESTYLE v Your Page

Catholic church parish farewells Sister Mary

Star of the North

SISTER Mary Harvey, who has assisted parishioners of the Catholic church in the Hamley Bridge and Mallala district, is relocating to Adelaide.

Sister Mary, based in Hamley Bridge over the past three years, was farewelled at a luncheon at Mallala Bowling Club on Sunday, March 6.

Sister Mary is pictured with Father Will Matthews, Catholic priest at Xavier College, Gawler, Father Mark Sexton, who is in charge of the Northern Light group of Catholic churches and Father Ben Roberts, temporary parish priest in Balaklava.

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Plenty of variety at Mallala fete Mallala Show bags, Bilby bag trail, bull ride, jumping castle, glo sticks, balloons, old-fashioned sweets and face painting are just some of the exciting things on offer at Mallala Primary School’s fete on Friday, April 1.

There will also be a major Easter raffle, with first prize a rain water tank!

Browsing will take up time, with heaps of stalls, including white elephant, jars and bottles, jewellery and card marking already booked.

Any donations such as books household items are most welcome to add to the white elephant stall.

These can be left at the school’s front office– but no electrical goods.

The kindy is holding a toy stall and require donations of good quality second hand toys, which can be delivered to the kindy.

Any members of the public interested in having a stall at the fete should contact Jayne Tiller on 0419 816 109. Any other inquiries, go to Michelle Verner on 0419 827 741.

Go to ‘Wonderland’

A w i nter w o n d e r l a n d fundraiser ball at Mallala football oval is sure to warm your spirit.

All proceeds from the night on Saturday, May 21, go towards prostate and breast cancer foundations.

There will be a cocktail buffet and plenty of entertainment, with a strictly formal dress code.

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Take five

Tickets are available from Mallala IGA. For more information phone 0422 634 988 or 0410 523 193.

Everyone from any club is welcome.

Riverton Blue Light disco fever will hit Riverton on Friday, April 8.

There will be a disco at the Riverton Football Club rooms for primary school children, from 7pm–9pm.

DJ Sam will provide the tunes with flashing lights and laser lights providing the perfect atmosphere to boogie the night away.

It is a lock in event and supervised by the police, with a $5 entry fee.

Owen The Owen Community Centre Committee (OCCC) is seeking ideas for a certain slab of concrete.

Children of the community are encouraged to advise the OCCC of what sorts of activities they would like on the concrete pad in the

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Lindsay Park Playground. It will be followed up with the school children.

• Owen farmers make a great contribution to the community through some volunteer work throughout harvest.

The cropping committee has placed about 1340 tonnes of Durum grown in the Parklands and Railways in the AWB pool.

Therefore, the OCCC will receive five quarterly payments with proceeds of the cropping going towards community projects.

District Wakefield Regional Council once again is co-ordinating a free high school immunisation program in conjunction with HeathSA and local medical practitioners.

The immunisations will be available free of charge to all year 8 and 9 students at Balaklava High School (March 23), Horizon Christian School (March 24) and Snowtown Area School (March 30).

Dublin

Playground safety

Work to increase safety and shade at Dublin’s playground is set to begin soon.

The playground will receive shade sails to cover the area, rubber flooring, new, stronger fencing along South terrace, chain and pole fencing around the entire playground area, removal of the old see-saw and replacement with a new piece of equipment.

Rebekah Walker said she was excited the playground should be complete within three months.

“We will have our new and improved playground definitely by next cricket season,” Mrs Walker said.

Balaklava

Racing will sizzle

Due to the December 2010 race meeting being cancelled for track renovations, Balaklava Racing Club is holding a belated members barbecue during their Wednesday, March 30 race meeting.

There will be a free barbecue lunch and happy two hours from 11:30am–1:30pm.

Non members cost $25 plus entry of $8. Bookings are essential for catering as only those who reply will be catered for. Reply by March 23 to Doug Hall on 08 8862 1503.

Roll up to Stones tribute TRIBUTE bands are a dime a dozen these days but for a show that will rock your socks off, Satisfaction – The Rolling Stones Revue is the gig to keep your engine running at full throttle after a day at the Clipsal.

The band, featuring former Balaklava High School student, Paul Sharman, on drums, will be celebrating 10 years playing at The Gov, widely recognised as Adelaide’s best live music venue, tomorrow night.

Sharman said he never envisaged ending up in such an acclaimed act.

“When fellow students Mark Greenshields and John Higgs started Cesium, the first rock band at Balaklava High School, little did I think I would end up playing drums in some of Adelaide’s best bands and still hitting the skins at age 50,” he said, “It has been a blast to get to play

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at the best live venue for 10 years now because there are not many great live venues left due to the onslaught of the pokies.

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Raid finds cannabis in bunker, weapons DISTRICT POLICE NEWS

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CRIME STOPPERS 1800 333 000 An advanced cannabis growing operation in a purpose-built bunker at Wild Horse Plains was discovered by Mallala police, as a result of information received from CrimeStoppers.

A 45-year-old man has been charged with alleged drug and firearm offences.

With assistance from Two Wells police, the property on Lorne road was searched, with police discovering a bunker established for the hydroponic cultivation of cannabis.

Sixteen mature and four young cannabis plants were seized, along with the related hydroponic equipment, including a large 1.5 tonne generator that was used solely to power the bunker.

Police allege the three phase diesel powered generator was used to

deflect suspicion which could follow high power usage.

Also located at the premises were several insecure firearms that were seized.

Police urge the public to call Bank SA Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or log onto their website www.sa.crimestoppers. com.au if they have any information regarding illegal drug activity. Information can be provided anonymously.

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LOCAL police conducted more drug raids last week, resulting in a number of reports.

On Wednesday, March 9, police reported a Port Wakefield man for allegedly cultivating cannabis at a home in the town.

A search warrant was executed on the home and as a result, eight out-

CANNABIS plants removed by police and rifles seized from a Wild Horse Plains property. door plants were located growing.

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

More drug searches took place at Port Wakefield and the surrounding areas on Thursday, March 10.

As a result of the searches, five cannabis expiation notices were issued and one person was given a drug diversion.

Another person was reported after offending against the Firearms Act .

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A 26-year-old Mallala man was interviewed and later reported for assault causing harm and a further count of basic assault on Wednesday, March 9.

It is alleged on February 20, the man was at a private address with two acquaintances.

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Her driver’s licence was disqualified for six months and was issued with an expiation notice.

The suspect man allegedly punched one of the men in the face and then left the address.

The other man followed the suspect and he also was assaulted, suffering serious facial injuries as a result.

The alleged offender will later receive a summons to appear in court.

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Police believed the man attended the address of his 25-year-old pregnant girlfriend and allegedly assaulted her.

The woman was punched a number of times and grabbed around the throat.

The suspect, whilst at the address, damaged a wall, a glass window and a swimming pool. The extent and cost of repair to these property items is yet to be determined.

It is further alleged the man then stole a Holden sedan, allegedly belonging to his girlfriend’s mother, and subsequently drove the car to Middle Beach road, Two Wells.

At the time of driving, the suspect was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driver’s licence.

Police later arrested the suspect at Lyell McEwin Hospital and he was charged with two counts of aggravated assault, property damage, illegal use of a motor vehicle and driving whilst disqualified. He was refused bail and is in custody.

Did you see anything?

POLICE are appealing for help after a recently renovated house at Belailie North, north east of Jamestown, was first attacked by thieves and then set alight on Wednesday, March 9.

Unknown offender(s) entered the property and stole several multi drawer tool boxes, two motor cycles; one a red 1995 BMW registered SA S50AHA and a green 200 CC Kawasaki dirt bike.

These were loaded onto a tandem car trailer registered WA – AL18642, which was also stolen.

About $220,000 damage was caused.

Call Bank SA Crimestoppers on 1800 333 000 or Port Pirie CIB 8638 4000 if you can assist with inquiries.

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Our towns go ‘RV friendly’ Friendly also is likely to boost tourist spending in towns.

Seven towns in the district have adopted the initiative.

Hamley Bridge’s parking area and dump point will be installed

near the tennis courts, south of the sporting complex.

Balaklava will host its RV visitors at the town’s caravan park.

Travellers will be able to pull up near the bowling green at Brinkworth, the Blyth oval, Snowtown Centenary Park and the Owen town oval. The Lochiel Hall will also host travellers in motorhomes.

Port Wakefield will not be part of the RV Friendly program at this point in time.

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infrastructure services manager, David Hassett, said signs and dump points will be installed in coming months.

“The RV signage and implementation will be close to the end of financial year due to sign and dump point installation and reconciliation of the funding,” he said.

The details of the sites, along with the dump point locations in both Balaklava and Snowtown will be included in the Campervan Motorhome Club of Australia ‘atlas’.

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WAKEFIELD Regional Council has welcomed former Owen resident Neil Twigg on board as council’s new environmental services manager Mr Twigg last lived in the district in the 80s for about six years.

He has extensive experience in a number of local government organisations.

In the last five years alone, Mr Twigg has worked with City of Burnside, Mitcham and Norwood, Payneham and St Peters councils.

Mr Twigg, who started work in Scotland Place on February 28, has spent the past eight months in the private sector.

Over the years, he has worked in a range of roles, with a strong background in building and compliance before working his way into management at Mitcham council.

He said the transition from city to country council should be relatively comfortable.

“I think, predominantly, issues for ratepayers are similar in most aspects,” Mr Twigg said.

“Councils provide services to the community and we try to do that to the best of our ability.”

WRC is not the first nonmetropolitan council for Mr Twigg, who started out with Town of Gawler Council before heading to the city.

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“Any new role is challenging and depending on which challenges are presented, you just work with them the best you can,” Mr Twigg said.

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Getting one’s head around an issue, such as the Port Wakefield Community Wastewater Management Scheme, can be a tough task.

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Mr Twigg said to get that

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“I believe the council is there for the ratepayers and we’re there to provide that input from them and not to ignore them,” he said.

“I don’t rush decisions, I analyse them to try and provide the best decision I can.”

‘Walk’ approved CWMS starts for valley communties Mallala council has approved Mallala Economic Development Board’s Walk of Fame project.

The project recognises Australian motor sport personalities by etching their names into pavers and including them in footpaths around Mallala.

Council supported the project on the condition it was funded externally.

THREE Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council (CGVC) towns are on the verge of having the first treated water flowing into dams from upgraded Community Wastewater Management Schemes (CWMS).

CGVC chief executive officer Roy Blight said Riverton and Clare’s systems should begin filling wastewater dams this week, while Saddleworth’s

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He said council took on the three upgrade projects at once because of a Federal government subsidy initiative was available at the time.

While a handful to manage, the projects look to have been a success.

“And touch wood, the budgets are looking good as well,”

Mr Blight said. Riverton’s system will be used to water the town oval and school agriculture plot, while Clare will utilise the water on the golf course and with a third party on local vineyards.

Saddleworth will also use the water on the town’s oval.

Mr Blight said council is currently investigating a potential CWMS system for Mintaro.

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Looking after your mates Blyth oval shelter was the venue to hear John Harper speak about his self-help community program, Mate Helping Mate.

John is a farmer from New South Wales, whose mental health took a slide after he retired from shearing aged 47.

After a barbecue and chat on Friday, March 12, which was shared with the community and the odd cricketer, John spoke of his downs and ups with his mental health during the past 10 years.

The evening before John spoke at a Men’s Shed meeting at Whitehorns Farm, Koolunga, where 40 men gathered, travelling from Roseworthy, Arthurton, Clare, Farrell Flat and around the local district to have a yarn.

Danielle Whitehorn had seen John Harper with his self help community program on television two years previously, and was very keen to have him visit the area.

John commented that due to the positives in Danielle’s voice on the phone, he knew he had to make the commitment to visit South Australia.

One in five people suffer mental health illness but four out of five will also suffer being the spouses, children and friends.

John said how people were animals and liked to be kept together in a flock.

So if one goes off on its own, it was up to the rest of the flock or mates/ community to bring them back.

To help relieve mental health illness, people need to think positively, be confident and lead a well balanced life.

Helping other people and talking to mates genuinely makes you a happy and healthier person.

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BLYTH NEWS Janet Zweck John’s props of the same size cardboard cut outs but painted different colours showed the crowd a problem can seem bigger that what it is in reality.

Mental depression can take a gradual slide like going down a slippery dip, usually due to a multitude of problems.

Mates were encouraged to help when noticing the signs of mental health illness before the person gathers too much momentum going down the slide.

John’s shearer broom was a perfect example of having hundreds of bristles (the mates) but without the six ties holding it together or not being used properly the broom was useless – so the community and mateship needed to bind it together.

Two local farmers were asked to walk and balance along a piece of pvc piping and when doing so they found it difficult, but by helping each other the task was far more easier and enjoyable.

Mr Harper confessed he is not a mental health expert but the crowd was impressed in the way he spoke of his experiences. They were also impressed by making the rural community aware of activities to help mates with mental health issues.

Brian Wundke thanked John for travelling to Koolunga and Blyth to talk about his community program.

Thanks were extended to Danielle Whitehorn, Koolunga Garage and Farm, Peter Cousins Consulting, Brinkworth Safety Net Group and Blyth Community Network.

Pancake pleasure Two Wells Uniting Church members were in the spirit of Pancake Day on Friday, March 11.

The group was again busy with many locals and visitors enjoying a pancake in the post office court yard for the annual fundraiser for Uniting Care.

The Adult Fellowship also held a trading table and sold nearly all their goodies.

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Growth brings service boost District Council of Mallala (DCM) has successfully enhanced accessibility to council services for people living in Two Wells and district.

The recently renovated service centre in Two Wells will officially be opened next Wednesday, March 23 at 10am. The centre has been operational since December 2010.

Chief executive officer, Charles Mansueto, said there would be some formalities and speeches, followed by cutting the ribbon celebrations.

“We have invited people from the community who have been involved in the Visitor Information Centre.”

About 10 council staff are based at the centre, including district planner, Henri Mueller, the planning staff and customer service staff, including Donna Waite, Rose Day, Carol Wildbore and Krystal Duffy.

Mr Mansueto said the office was receiving many visits from tourists and locals but he hoped the opening would further promote its services to the local community.

“Tourists have been finding it more beneficial having the centre open five days,” he said.

The centre continues to offer souvenirs and information about the district’s attractions.

The state’s 30 year Greater Adelaide Plan and associated growth in the Two Wells area have influenced the decision of council to relocate some of its resources to the former Two Wells Visitor Information Centre (TWVIC).

Council worked closely with members of Two Wells Regional Action Team (TWRAT) to ensure the changeover from a Visitor Information Centre to a council office was smooth and it would meet the needs of the community.

Mr Mansueto said the local volunteers had built an excellent base for the service centre.

“Staff and volunteers involved in the centre over the past eight years should be proud of their achievements.”

He said TWRAT had provided a valuable resource and significant services to the Two Wells district.

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“The dedication and commitment of its members and volunteers has provided council with a great base to move forward.”

“We anticipate the introduction of further council resources to the area will give greater access to a range of council services to the wider community.”

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“We believe the relocation of some of our resources to Two Wells will go a long way to achieving this.”

Office hours are 9am–5pm, Monday to Friday, providing planning and customer service functions.

TWO Wells Regional Action Team members are pleased current visitor information services, including sale of souvenirs and postcards will be conducted within the new council office. Services provided by TWVIC, other than council services, remain available within the township and will continue at a variety of locations, with the extra benefit of additional hours.

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No threat to hay but Balco and Gilmac on watch

• From Page 1 “The Japanese are a stoic people, it’s in their culture but you can see they’re worried about it.”

Mr Smith and Mr Lawson remain in Japan.

Gilmac managing director Mark Heaslip said the company spoke with customers soon after the tsunami struck the port of Sendai, although information surrounding people closer to the port was unavailable.

He added a number of customers tend to be dairy and beef cattle farmers, based in hilly country.

“We don’t expect there was too many of them damaged by the tsunami but we don’t have the full facts until officials are able to get hold of everyone and find out what’s going on,” Mr Heaslip said.

The company also diverted shipments en route to Sendai to ports at Yokohama and Tokyo, similar to what the company did when the port of Kobe was also struck by an earthquake.

Mr Heaslip said the footage of the tsunami was very confronting, having visited the country several times.

“We landed in Sendai at the airport, so to see it going under water like that was pretty amazing,” he said.

“Because their infrastructure over there is so good, to see it get badly damaged so quickly was terrible.”

Overall, the company will continue to monitor the situation, although initial thoughts are of a somewhat lucky escape.

“If the radioactive issue happens, I guess that will cause another problem again but at the moment I think the tsunami has had a big impact on Sendai’s port but maybe not so much on the outside terrain,” Mr Heaslip said.

“From our conversations over the weekend and today (Tuesday), we think the impact is not too bad.”

BHS leaders

BALAKLAVA High School named its student leaders at a school assembly on Tuesday. Pictured are House captains Tegan Nottle, Douglas Howard (also Head Boy), Ross Sharer, Zac Guy, Josh Kelly, Brianna Wedding (Head Girl) and Maddy Sayner.

Funding boost for RDA’s Minister for Regional Australia, Simon Crean, announced a $1 billion five-year program known as the Regional Development Australia Fund in his opening address to a national forum of community leaders.

The fund will boost economic and community development in regional Australia and is a new approach to unlocking the potential of Australia’s regions by focusing on locally driven solutions to regional needs.

Anne Moroney, CEO of Regional Development Australia (RDA) Barossa, was one of 55 representatives from across Australia to attend the two-day National Regional Development Australia (RDA) Forum on March 3–4, which restated the central role of RDA in the federal government’s regional agenda.

• Ms Moroney is pictured with RDA Barossa chair, Mallala’s Ian O’Loan.

Mr Crean told the forum, held in the first week of March, each RDA body would receive an immediate grant of $25,000 to strengthen their ability to repre-

sent their local areas. Mr Crean also announced the establishment of a $1billion Regional Development Australia Fund – with the first funding allocation to start on July 1.

The fund structure and guidelines for applications were discussed at the forum.

“The Regional Development Australia Fund is a new way of investing in the regional Australia over the next five years,” Mr Crean said.

“The Fund has a clear focus on local solutions, complete transparency and maximising long-term economic benefits and I look forward to receiving applications for projects that stack up.”

Ian O’Loan, chair of RDA Barossa, welcomed the two funding announcements and said the RDA Barossa which works across the Barossa Light Gawler and Mallala region would have a central role to play in the assessment of applications.

“RDA’s are crucial to this fund. The Federal government has made it clear only applications backed by local RDA’s will be considered for funding approval,” Mr O’Loan said.

Mr Crean said resources had been allocated as part of the agreement struck with the Independents last September.

Peter’s award

Water rebates State government rebates on some water efficient products under the H2OME Rebate Scheme will end soon.

Some parts of the scheme will remain in place. The community has until March 31 to purchase dual flush toilets, pool covers and rollers, hot water re-circulators, water efficient showerheads or request a home water audit

The first Youth Advisory Committee award was recently presented to Peter Rohrlach, for his continued dedication to build a skatepark in Balaklava. The YAC recently decided to give a bi-monthly award – a voucher to the value of $50 – to someone in the community who has contributed positively to the youth in the district. Peter is pictured receiving his voucher from Balaklava YAC member Sara Eitzen.

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Manoora relics may find a berth AFTER 17 years service to the Royal Australian Navy, the HMAS Manoora (II) is set to be decommissioned in coming months.

The transport frigate is named after the Mid North town of Manoora, an ongoing relationship between the Navy and the community since the first HMAS Manoora was commissioned about 60 years ago.

Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council chief executive officer, Roy Blight, said council was investigating options for the community to retain relics and memorabilia from the boat for the town’s historical collection.

HMAS Manoora is set to be decommissioned in coming months.

“It’s certainly something the community are very keen to do,” he said.

Exactly what can be claimed from the ship will depend on how it is used after the decommissioning.

He said securing a large section or artefact from the ship would become a fantastic item to

use as a public art piece or historical marker but the logistics of bringing the whole 160 metre, 8500 tonne vessel to the town were understandably “too problematic”.

Amongst the recommendations to be discussed at tonight’s council meeting is a $1000 council donation to the

Manoora Primary School for an excursion to visit the ship in Sydney.

Mr Blight said it would broaden students’ career horizons and continue an ongoing relationship the school has with the HMAS Manoora, with students first visiting the vessel in 1969.

The school also board-

ed the ship a few years ago during the vessel’s most recent visit to Adelaide.

“Three young lads ended up involved in a good discussion with officers about careers in the navy,” Mr Blight said.

Another recommendation suggested council supports the retention of the HMAS Manoora name within the navy.

Mr Blight said the name was something to which all related and it continues promotion of the town and region.

“What’s in a name, well, in the navy, the name is everything,” Mr Blight said. “When that ship is at sea, it is also a floating embassy for the district.”

Move to set regional priorities, dump duplication Regional stakeholders will meet next month in an effort to try to foster a more co-ordinated and streamlined approach to planning and priorities by a range of agencies.

The inaugural Mid North/Yorke combined planning and priority review forum will be held on Friday, April 1, at the Valleys Lifestyle Centre, Clare.

It is hosted jointly by the Central Local Government Region of Councils, Regional Development Australia, (RDA) Yorke and Mid North and the Northern and Yorke Natural Resources Management (NYNRM) board.

Anita Crisp, executive officer for the Central Local Government Region of Coun-

cils (CLGR), said the event is a response to growing frustration at the level of duplication and indirect approach by various government agencies to planning, setting of regional priorities and consultation with key community leaders.

The agenda includes presentations on progress and priorities from RDA, NYNRM, local government, regional emergency management, the state strategic and infrastructure plans, planning strategy, natural resources management plan and the state climate change strategy.

The first three sessions will see presentations by various agencies about their respective plans and progress against priorities, with opportunity for questions

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The festival will continue on Sunday morning April 10 with a free busking festival along forest walks, starting at 10.30 am. Entertainment from the buskers will be rich and varied.

There will also be a host of entertainment for young families on Sunday as part of Bundaleer Hollow. General admission to the staged performances is $10 per person, with adults at children’s prices. Children under the age of two are free.

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with a panel-style discussion chaired by one of the three regional hosts – Wakefield Regional Council mayor, James Maitland, Caroline Schaefer (NYNRM) and Kay Matthias (RDA).

The forum’s final session will allow for other agencies to provide a brief update on planning or priorities and the next steps for implementing these priorities.

Wakefield Regional Council mayor, James Maitland, who was recently returned as CLGR chair, will host one of the afternoon forums, covering regional emergency management and bushfire management planning, a state climate change adaption strategy and state natural resource management plan.

No sale on RSL hall SADDLEWORTH’s unused RSL hall is likely to be retained under council ownership and not put on the market for sale.

The suggestion to retain the property as council owned, which will be discussed at tonight’s council meeting, was the preferred option of the Saddleworth District Community Association.

Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council chief executive officer Roy Blight said the hall had potential to attract a tenant given the limited available main street shop space available in the town.

“Part of the rationale was to promote more opportunities for commercial space in the main street,” he said.

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Leopard to be tourist drawcard RIGHT: Crane driver Stewart Todd looks very pleased with his effort.

BELOW: District Council of Mallala councillor Mark Wasley, councillor Terry Keen, Two Wells librarian Kimberley Hargrave and councillor Steve Jones on their way to inspect the tank.

ABOVE: Taking a close look inside are Rebecca Freeman (left) and Krystal Duffy.

BELOW: Interested spectators were (from left) Dave and Betty Body and Lionel and Maria Aunger.

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• From Page 1 “If everybody gets something out of it, it keeps the community spirit alive.”

Mr Flaherty said most of the concrete and labour for the concrete slab, which has cost other councils up to $20,000, was donated. “It cost us $500,” he said.

Milagro construction and Primax concrete SA donated their time and resources for the tank.

Local business owners are also getting into the theme.

Takeaway shop owner Trish Hardiman said Two Wells Snack Bar would introduce a ‘tank burger’.

The RSL plans to release t-shirts with the phrase ‘I got tanked in Two Wells’, which will also feature a picture of the tank.

Those locals worried about graffiti can be assured members of RSL are doing all they can to minimise the chance of vandalism.

It was sprayed with special anti-graffiti paint.

“If they graffiti it, we can wash it off easily,” Mr Flaherty.

While the tank is now welded shut, lucky members of the public were able to view the inside in personalised tours by Army Sergeant Lindsay Martin.

The four seater tank features a firing distance of 6km with ammunition weighing 40kg.

A plaque with information about the German-built tank will also be added to the war memorial soon.

ARMY sergeant Lindsay Martin explained the systems inside the tank.

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NEWS v District

Tarlee’s 40 years of service Tarlee Country Fire Service celebrated the 40th anniversary of its formation with a barbecue at Tarlee Hall.

Present and former members and their families joined on Sunday, March 6, to celebrate the occasion, at which service medals and awards were presented.

Captain Andy Peters asked group leader, Tom Horgan, and present members, to present the awards to the recipients. Former members recalled how fires were fought in the times before the CFS, with wet wheat bags, and

then with 44 gallon drums of water loaded onto the nearest available tray top truck.

The water was pumped by a portable pump unit which operated with a petrol motor! Although many fires were brought under control by these primitive methods, these early fire fighters are envious of the modern equipment now in use.

Locals present said they appreciated the value of the CFS members, not only in times of fire, but also in situations of flood and accidents in the area.

ABOVE: Tarlee brigade members, from left, Amanda Lockward, Ross Dickie, Michael Nance, Mark Hill, Andy Peters, Tom Horgan (hidden), Toby Bowden, Michael Boyd, Naomi O’Loughlan, Peter Voskulen, Maurice Horgan, John Willis, Peter Clarke, Kevin Stevens, and Steven Altus. RIGHT: Tarlee’s long service recipients, Kevin Stevens, Mark Hill and Maurice Horgan, with Tarlee CFS Captain, Andy Peters.

Traffic training

FROM LEFT: Senior Sergeant Harry McCallam, Mallala officer-in-charge Senior Constable Paul Bruggemann, former Mallala CFS captain Tim Jenkin, Senior Sargeant Brenton Costello and former Two Wells CFS captain Philip Earl.

More than 80 volunteer fire fighters attended a traffic training night which was hosted by Two Wells Country Fire Service (CFS) on Monday, March 7.

Fire fighters from Two Wells, Mallala, Woolsheds, Dublin, Port Wakefield, Roseworthy and Freeling attended the event and all are now qualified to marshal traffic.

Senior Sergeant Harry McCallam, from the SA Police Traffic Training Unit, attended and addressed fire fighters.

Senior Sergeant Brenton Costello, Officer in Charge of Gawler Operations, was also present and it was fitting

he presented Tim Jenkin, immediate past captain of the Mallala brigade, with a letter of appreciation from the Officer in Charge of the Barossa LSA, Chief Inspector Alex Zimmermann.

The letter thanked Tim, on behalf of SAPOL, for his dedication and assista nce over 34 years of service to the Country Fire Service. Mr Zimmermann described Tim’s dedication to the community as “exemplary”.

The event was so well attended that other training nights are being planned incorporating all emergency services personnel in the district.

Tourism chiefs will explain regional plan A DELEGATION of senior officials from the South Australian Tourism Commission (SATC), including chief executive, Ian Darbyshire, will meet with local tourism operators and Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council (CGVC) members later this month.

The meeting, to discuss the future of the regional tourism office under the commission’s Draft Regional Tourism Growth Plan, will be held

on Tuesday, March 30 in Clare.

The draft plan has been met with both concern and confusion from local tourism operators and council, given partial details of the plan were inadvertently released earlier, sparking a sense of panic throughout the community.

During the past seven months, the South Australian Tourism Commission (SATC) has been in consultation

with industry stakeholders to look at new ways to drive increased visitation to South Australia’s regions to ensure the industry’s growth exceeds $2.8 billion in tourism expenditure by 2014, as part of the overall SA Tourism Plan 2009-2014 goal of making our tourism industry a $6.3 billion earner by 2014.

Under the draft plan, SATC’s financial contribution to regional

tourism would remain the same, however more of the investment would be directed into consumerled marketing to further spread each region’s message.

It is widely believed restructuring in funding will result in the local tourism office closing.

“The SATC is not reducing its investment in regional tourism, but looking at the best way to spend

funds committed to regional tourism growth,” Mr Darbyshire said.

CGVC chief executive officer Roy Blight applauded the SATC for its willingness to hold the meeting in the region. “It’s certainly a positive step,” he said. “Well done to them for coming here to listen and take on board issues and concerns of both council and local tourism operators.”

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A partnership of community service, health and rural organisations have combined to run a statewide ‘phone in’ during March to hear from country people who are struggling to afford basic health care.

Spokesperson for the group, Stephanie Miller executive director, of the Health Consumers Alliance of SA (HCA), pointed out there were growing concerns from community organisations consumers are not accessing proper health care due to transport and cost issues.

These issues have been identified by a broad group of organisations and include the rising cost of GP services, billing practices, and the growing ‘gap’payments.

The South n Call 1800 288 847. Line A u s t r a l i a n is open Sunday March 20, Farmers’ Fed1–9pm; Monday March 21, eration (SAFF) 10am–4pm and Tuesday also has joined March 22, 1–9pm. the alliance, which includes South Australian Council of Social Services (SACOSS), Health Consumers of Rural and Remote Australia Inc, and Uniting Care Wesley, Port Pirie.

“The ‘phone in’ is a chance to hear directly from rural people about the medical, cost and transport access issues affecting them and their families,” Stephanie said.

“Anecdotal research indicates many children and their parents are avoiding basic medical care support in country areas due to their inability to pay above the gap. “ Increasing transport costs are also a worry and is of concern if you have to travel to Adelaide for specialist care.

The phone in will take place from March 20-22.

The group will draw on the findings to help build viable solutions for affordable health care for rural people. It does not provide a counselling service but callers will be referred to appropriate professional services should they be required.

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LISA, third left, pictured with models (from left) Chanelle Ugle-Reid, Tom Berzins, Josh Vuglar, Kimberly Juvan and Katie Kiosses.

Hairdo expert and former Balaklava resident, Lisa Robertson, has taken out three awards at the recent SA Hair & Beauty state mini championships, held at the Hilton Hotel on Monday, February 28.

Lisa been working at Mahiki Hair, in Adelaide under Michael and Jodie Zerella for seven months. She said she has learnt a great deal and her confidence has risen.

Lisa received a second and third in men’s colour, and runner-up in men’s cut. She utilised five models and entered eight sections in total. Lisa trains every Monday night and a lot more in the lead-up to the competitions.

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James gets a gig at the Gov ... and more!

Owen’s James Abberly has been making his mark on the music scene with regular gigs at Adelaide pub the Governor Hindmarsh.

The renowned music venue attracts large crowds for various events, and

James has been playing there regularly for the past few months.

The talented guitarist and singer writes his own songs and has also played several times at local hotels, including at Mallala and

Owen. In the musical realms of Josh Pike and Lior, James has a promising future in music.

His next performance at the Gov is on Friday, March 25, in the front bar. Not to be missed.

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I recently came across a little book entitled “Amazing Australia - Strange, Unique and Astounding Facts” (date of publication unknown but it’s very old!). Here are a few quotes from the book: * The world’s largest turnip was grown on Maria Island, Tasmania, in 1851. It weighed 90 lbs and was shown at the Crystal Palace Exhibition. * An old-time miner’s home at Hunter’s Gully near Rockhampton, Queensland, is built at the top of a white gum tree, 60 feet from the ground. The occupant climbs up by a rope, hand over hand. * Across the Nullarbor Plains is the world’s longest straight stretch of railway lines - 330 miles without the slightest curve. At night you can see the train headlights in the sky for two hours before it draws alongside. * Angledoon (SA) is the longest

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Child development in dogs’ play ble ownership of their pets. This duty has a positive impact on the self-esteem of our youngest members of society. When children are instructed and permitted to undertake age appropriate responsible activities in the care for a pet, they learn about dependence, care, giving and respect for other living beings.

Pet dogs can provide valuable lessons for children, contributing to their understanding of the world around them. The birth of puppies and the processes associated with a litter birth can be discussed openly, and parents can discuss reproduction issues freely.

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MONTHLY CHURCH TIMES March 20 A.O.G./A.C.C. Balaklava.................. 10.00am

March 23 LUTHERAN Balaklava.................... 7.30pm

March 30 LUTHERAN Balaklava.................... 7.30pm

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

March 27 A.O.G./A.C.C. Balaklava.................. 10.00am

April 3 A.O.G./A.C.C. Balaklava.................. 10.00am

anglican Balaklava..............9am & 7pm Goyder.....................11.00am

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

LUTHERAN Balaklava.................... 9.00am Balaklava Cafe........... 11.00am

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

UNITING Mallala....................... 9.00am Two Wells.................10.30am Owen Comm............. 9.30am Hamley Bridge......... 11.00am Windsor ..................... 9.00am Tarlee........................ 9.30am Balaklava......................9.30am Pt Wakefield..............10.30am Lochiel.......................10.00am

UNITING Mallala....................... 9.00am Two Wells.................10.30am Owen Comm, Hamley Bridge, Windsor .......... Waikerie camp or Mallala Tarlee.........................9.15am Balaklava......................9.30am Pt Wakefield..............10.30am Lochiel.......................10.00am

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

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At the other end of the life-cycle, the death of a pet brings the opportunity to learn how to deal with real grief.

It is important to allow children to process grief and to see adults dealing with it also. After the death of a dog has been shown to be manageable, children are better equipped to understand the situation when a family member or close friend passes away.

“Rememberthough, that young children should be supervised at all times when in the

presence of a dog,” says Dr Higgins. “It is the responsibility of parents and other adults to involve their children with the care and maintenance of the family pet dog. Preschool children need help in learning to interpret the play and attack signs of pet animals.”

“Dogs give children unconditional love.

Dogs provide enduring affection and will not judge nor criticise troubled minds. Owning a pet needs to be considered by all parents not just from the point of view of companionship but also from the viewpoint of our community,” explains Dr Higgins.

UNITING Mallala....................... 9.00am Two Wells.................10.30am Owen Comm............ 11.00am Hamley Bridge........... 9.15am Windsor ..................... 9.00am Tarlee.........................9.15am Balaklava......................9.30am Pt Wakefield..............10.30am Lochiel........................ 5.00pm

Plains Producer, Thursday March 17, 2011

SPORT v District

Blyth Tennis Club winds up The Blyth Tennis Club’s Wind-Up was held on Friday, March 11, which also coincided with the final junior minor round match being played by the two Blyth junior sides at the Blyth courts.

The junior players played some exciting tennis with the Blyth Alligators narrowly winning by games against the Blyth Crocodiles.

During the next day, it was found that the Crocodiles and Alligators junior teams had both made it into the finals to be played the following Saturday.

A barbecue tea was enjoyed by the players and supporters, and the club’s tennis awards were announced. Golden Racquet awards – given to the player winning the most matches in their team – went to Thomas Carling from Crocodiles, Jace Andriske of Alligators, Janet Zweck A Grade women, Dale Stirling A Grade men, Carol Virgin B Grade women, and the prestigious Golden Racquet trophy went to the Men’s B Grade winner Michael Smitham.

– Janet Zweck

Lower Murray president and games manager, Barry Kirchner, presents the River Red Gum trophy to Lower North president, Peter Buckley. Lower North games manager, Graeme Gameau watches on.

ABOVE: Senior Golden Racquet winners Dale Stirling, Janet Zweck, Michael Smitham with his Golden Racquet Trophy, Carol Weepers.

RIGHT: Junior winners Thomas Carling and Jace Andriske.

Lower North Past Presidents claim River Red Gum trophy

Extra netball grade on the agenda It’s shaping up to be a big year for netball on the Adelaide Plains.

While Virginia Netball Club have finally filled five teams for the first time, other clubs are considering the creation of a sixth grade.

President of Adelaide Plains NetballAssociation, Josie McArdle, said an extra A6 senior grade could be added in 2011 to cater for a growing number of keen netballers.

Mallala Netball Club received more than 60 registrations for the 2011 season with only about 45

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positions available to fill five teams.

Two Wells, Balaklava and Long Plains have also indicated they would have enough players to fill an additional side.

APNA board and club delegates discussed options at a meeting last Tuesday night, with the final decision to be made at a special meeting on Monday, March 21. Mrs McArdle said it would be great to allow as many girls as possible to play.

“Clubs are now in the process of voting on whether or not we’ll have an A6 competition,” she said.

A6 games would coincide with the A1 time slot.

Mrs McArdle said it was fantastic for Virginia to fill five teams.

“I don’t ever recall Virginia having this many teams. It looks like it will be a big year for netball on Adelaide Plains,” Mrs McArdle said.

“It’s fantastic and a credit to their new president, Kelly Newman.”

Growden’s leadership chance BLYTHSnowtown export Josh Growden co-captained the Giants in Saturday’s NAB challenge game.

The Lower North Branch of the Past President’s Association played their final match for the season against Lower Murray at Mallala recently.

After two games played either side of an excellent lunch, Lower North were declared winners of the River Red Gum trophy, 158-141.

This trophy has been donated by Lower Murray stalwart, Trevor Frahn, who was unable to be present for the first time in the history of the competition – perhaps that is why Lower Murray lost!

The Lower North branch AGM followed, at which the following were elected to office for the coming season: president - Peter Buckley, Nuriootpa; senior vice president – Trevor Secomb, Freeling; junior

vice president – Margaret Gameau, Two Wells; secretary/treasurer John Tayler, Tarlee; with Harold Philp, Balaklava, and Frank Gorey, Tarlee, making up the committee.

It was decided to divide up the Benevolent Fund proceeds this year, of $832.00, between the Royal Flying Doctor Service and Angel Flight. Next season’s Opening Day will be held at Nuriootpa, and the venue for the match against Northern Branch will be Snowtown.

Men and Women Past Presidents of any bowling club, facility or association are invited to join by contacting John Tayler on 8528 5306. Our area extends from Gawler, and Barossa clubs, to Port Wakefield, Clare, and Burra in the North.

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Turning18 in April, Growden was a solid contributor in the game against Port Adelaide, playing predominately on the wing, with bursts through the middle.

“We now have couple of weeks break before the next game and I believe we’ll be competitive playing against the Canberra teams,” Growden said.

GWS’s next game is a trial match against the Sydney reserves as a curtain raiser to the Swans and Essendon game on April 3.

For a lad that lived in the country, two hours north of the South Australian capital, Growden also explained he is enjoying Australia’s largest city but did have some issues driving through Sydney’s CBD.

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RETURNING to his home state, Blyth-Snowtown export Josh Growden, along Roxby Downs lad Jack Hombsch were honoured with captaincy duties for the Giants in the NAB challenge clash at Willaston Oval against the Power last Saturday.

While the Giants were comprehensively beaten by Port Adelaide, if the third term effort (played at the home of the Donnybrooks) was any indication – were GWS outscoring the Power 2.4 to 2.2 for the quarter - they will at least be competitive in 2012.

“Playing five games against AFL clubs has been the toughest initiation for any young group,” Growden, who has been previously called a left-footed James Hird in the making, said to the Producer.

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SPORT v Bowls

Let the finals begin!

Top four in Wooroora Men unchanged after final minor round The final round of bowls last weekend confirmed the fate of all contenders for finals participation, with each top four essentially remaining unchanged.

The stage is now set for what shapes up to be an intriguing set of semi finals. Please note that all finals start earlier at 1pm rather than the usual 1.30 pm as was the case during the minor round.

So, let us look at what happened last weekend.

In Division One, the feature match saw Port Wakefield succumb to Balaklava by 25 shots.

However, Port Wakefield won

By John Glistak, WMBA secretary one rink only on the day to agonisingly miss the top four by the solitary point as fourth placed Owen had the bye.

In the remaining matches, minor premiers Riverton easily accounted for Mallala gaining maximum points while second placed Hamley Bridge did likewise against Wasleys.

So Riverton, Hamley Bridge, Balaklava and Owen proceed into next week’s Division One semi finals.

The first semi final will feature Balaklava and Owen.

Balaklava holds a 2-1 record against Owen for the season, having won the first clash by 53 shots, the second by nine shots but narrowly losing the most recent match by three shots. Based on these results, Balaklava will be favoured to proceed into the preliminary final.

Riverton and Hamley Bridge meet in the second semi final.

Apart from their first match, the remaining matches have been close affairs. Riverton won the first by 21 shots, Hamley Bridge the second by five shots, while Riverton won the

most recent by seven shots.

Looking at the minor round, Riverton lost only one match compared to Hamley Bridge’s four losses.

Overall, this would suggest that Riverton will enter this match as favourites in what should be another enthralling contest between these two sides.

Division One – March 12: Hamley Bridge 77(12) (P Rex 21, A O’Brien 32, B Smith 24) def Wasleys 55(0) (D Olive 15, D McQuade 19, G Rendell 21); Balaklava 87(10) (T Clifford 18, P Thompson 34, B Taylor 35) def Port Wakefield 62(2)

(R Murphy 33, M Rankine 13, K Phelan 16); Riverton 84(12) (N Rogers 21, B Mullins 32, M Griffiths 31) def Mallala 62(0) (B Smith 20, K Roberts 14, P Furst 28).

Division One standings: Riverton 169 (+323), Hamley Bridge 147 (+256), Balaklava 126 (+18), Owen 95 (-96), Port Wakefield 94 (-119), Mallala 73 (-199), Wasleys 44 (-283).

Division One – March 19: first semi final: Balaklava vs Owen to be played at Riverton, 1pm start; second semi final: Riverton vs Hamley Bridge to be played at Balaklava, 1pm start.

Owen secures a double chance in Division Two Red One of the Two Red feature matches last weekend saw Owen comprehensively account for Riverton White, thus securing the double chance. Despite the loss, Riverton White still earned themselves a top four spot.

Balaklava Red had a slim chance of making the finals, however, its 12-0 win over Port Wakefield Blue, was countered

by Hamley White which secured a similar result against Riverton Black.

Hamley White’s win gave them fourth spot.

The final Two Red match produced an upset with minor premiers Balaklava White narrowly losing to Mallala White by four shots.

So, Balaklava White, Owen, Riverton White and Hamley White proceed into next week’s Two Red Semi finals.

Riverton White and Hamley White will contest the First Semi final.

During the minor round,

Hamley White won the first meeting by 20 shots while Riverton White won the most recent match by 34 shots.

Both sides won 11 matches for the season with Riverton White having a 7-2 record since the Xmas/New Year break compared to Hamley White’s 5-4 record.

This form would suggest slight favouritism for Riverton White to move into the preliminary final.

The second semi final features Balaklava White and Owen.

Due to an earlier cancelled round, these sides have only met once with Owen taking the honours on that occasion by 18 shots.

Despite that result, Balaklava White has been the stand-out side in Two Red this season.

It will be favoured to win this semi final to secure a spot in the grand final.

Division Two Red – March 12: Owen 96(10) (B Diehl 18, K Warnes 38, P Sullivan 40) def Riverton White 61(2) (M Keast

29, J Glistak 15, R Hannaford 17); Hamley White 91(12) (M Nichols 25, A Fyfe 33, J Bell 33) def Riverton Black 34(0) (C Watts 13, B Prime 8, P Gates 13); Balaklava Red 85(12) (C Cowan 27, J Roberts 29, G Heffernan 29) def Port Wakefield Blue 65(0) (P Fontaine 21, J McNab 21, S Reimers 23); Mallala White 63(9) (J Curnow 21, G Forrest 15, M King 27) def Balaklava White 59(3) (M Olsen 21, G Olsen 22, C Milton 16).

Division Two standings: Balaklava White 165 (+272), Owen 153 (+229), Riverton White 143 (+94.25), Hamley White 141 (+188), Balaklava Red 133 (+91), Mallala White 121 (+13), Port Wakefield Blue 114 (-21), Riverton Black 101 (-95.25).

Division Two Red – March 19: first semi final: Riverton White vs Hamley White to be played at Balaklava, 1 pm start; second semi final: Balaklava White vs Owen to be played at Riverton, 1pm start.

DARCY Rex finished Saturday’s game with 21 for Hamley Bridge.

His team will meet Riverton in this weekend’s Division One semi final.

Upsets continue in Two White

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An interesting round of Two White matches last weekend concluded the minor round for this section.

With Hamley Red having the bye, Balaklava Blue took over the mantle as minor premier following its sound win over Port Wakefield Gold.

Despite its loss, Port Wakefield Gold was already assured of a final four spot, but which spot? This situation would be settled once the results from Tarlee were known.

Tarlee Red had a slim opportunity of playing finals provided it defeated Wasleys 12-0 and its sister side Tarlee White lost by an identical margin to Mallala Black.

However, Wasleys threw a spanner in the works by soundly defeating Tarlee Red 12-0 while Tarlee White was narrowly defeated by Mallala Black despite having two rinks up.

These results saw Tarlee White and Port Wakefield Gold finish on equal points with Tarlee White taking third spot from Port Wakefield Gold due to better shots up record.

So, Balaklava Blue, Hamley Red, Tarlee White and Port Wakefield Gold proceed into next week’s Two White semi finals.

Tarlee White and Port Wakefield Gold will feature in the first semi final.

These two sides have had close matches during the season with Port Wakefield Gold winning the first by seven shots and Tarlee White winning the most recent by four shots.

Since the start of the Two White Section, Tarlee White has had a 4-1 record compared to Port Wakefield Gold’s 2-3 record.

This recent form would suggest that Tarlee White will be favoured to move into the preliminary final next week.

Balaklava Blue and Hamley Red contest the second semi final.

The two sides have met only once during the season with their earlier match one of the cancelled ones. In their recent meeting, Balaklava Blue easily accounted for Hamley Red. Based on this result and the fact that both sides have had a 3-2 record in Two White, little

may separate these two sides with perhaps Balaklava Blue holding the slightest of edges.

Division Two White – March 12: Wasleys 86(12) (S Edlington 29, R Modra 26, J McDonnell 31) def Tarlee Red 52(0) (I Rohde 14, D Meyers 19, F Gorey 19); Balaklava Blue 81(12) (P McPharlin 28, B Barr 22, K Harkness 31) def Port Wakefield Gold 68(0) (T Cluse 19, A Carslake 20, A Brown 29); Mallala Black 66(8) (K McDonald 21, P March 27, B Whyte 18) def Tarlee White 56(4) (J Perry 23, D Quodling 11, D Branson 22).

Division Two White standings: Balaklava Blue 122 (-11), Hamley Red 114 (+22), Tarlee White 106 (-55), Port Wakefield Gold 106 (-79), Mallala Black 92 (-129.5), Tarlee Red 92 (-180.5), Wasleys 61 (-333).

Division Two White – March 19: first semi final: Tarlee White vs Port Wakefield Gold to be played at Owen, 1pm start; second semi final: Balaklava Blue vs Hamley Red to be played at Owen, 1pm start.

Plains Producer, Thursday March 17, 2011

SPORT v Basketball

Friday’s games decide grand final candidates When it comes to finals, things are not as expected. Some of what was said in last week’s report will have to be taken back.

Young Guns, led by “lethal” Leigh and “lanky” Luke put pay to the walk up grand final showing of Long Plains in A Men. Owen, with Andrew “Killer” Kielczynski on fire, have also stepped up to make Long Plains’ finals berth now quite insecure.

Maybe both the men and the women need to practice, as the women only made it home by a lucky last second’s foul that gave them the shots to win their game. Bulldogs showed that they have what it takes to topple them but even then, Storm, steered by the two “J”s, has begun to look ominous. It now looks like the senior competition winners could be any of six. Next week will make things clearer. It will take a team effort as both the women and men’s teams that dropped out have some talented individuals, but they couldn’t get them any further.

The B Men results were also surprising. Peckers were without their mid season stars and have given Magics the chance of getting to the finals. Auburn Hawks, without some of their stronger players, have done the same for Long Plains. That’s Dribbler’s opinion, but I think the finals have brought out the best in Magics and Longies, and Friday night was just the beginning of what each of them can do. The B Women is closer to what we expected, and Dribbler still thinks Cats will be purring on grand final night.

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Bulldogs are definitely going to take home some premierships.

Either Redlegs or Bulldogs will win the Junior Boys. Let’s hope the classy lads from these teams play for the association after the grand final in the Country Championships. Dribbler tells me that a number of them have already played over last week’s long week end, and won. Congratulations Under 14 Boys and their coach Daniel Butterfield!

Mitchell must be a name given to classy players, as two of them shone for their respective teams. Mitchell Woollatt did what many young keen basketballers would like to do, by scoring the first points with a swishing three pointer. Dribbler was so jealous. I think it gave them the edge as the Bulldogs really took it up to them to lose by only four.

Brandon Taylor was magnificent and Joshua Appleby dangerous, but Owen’s “weaving” Wedding was superb support and made the team too strong. Long Plains in Under 18 Boys are also looking good. Mitchell McIntyre, this time, did it for them and gave them a convincing victory over the Bulldogs. Dribbler reckons they will test the Mavericks, who rely so much on the talents of Luke Williams. Dribbler has been wrong as last Friday’s results have already shown, but their game this

week will be worth watching. If Dean Haynes had the experience of playing at Country champs I’d agree, but I’m going with the Mavericks for now.

The more basketball played the better, and so the extra games played by the Junior Girls gets my vote. The Sharkes will probably win it, but as Tayla Williams has unfortunately discovered, injury can easily happen. We hope she is going to be alright as she is such a talented player. Her team in the ‘main’ junior competition were still outstanding. Dribbler reckons they will do it with or without her. The Breezers scored highly and must be a threat in my mind.

Maddison Merry, Kelsey Wedding and Jess Heaslip were dominant on Friday and could make Dribbler look silly again. Dribbler tells me that the Under 14 Girl’s association side did us proud, losing by a meagre three points in the grand final. Michelle Williams did a superb job with the girls, who no doubt will have learned lots from the experience.

Wayne Hill coached the Under 18 Boys team at the Country Championships, who also did us proud. They are great learning experiences and special times in the lives of many sports people.

I heard that Duane Wilson and Joseph Gregory went as association referee representatives and did excellent jobs.

This Friday’s preliminary final games are back at the familiar times of seven, eight and nine.

They will be special as the winners go into the grand final. We’ll be there.

Adelaide Plains Basketball Association Premiership Table

WILL Banton, Long Plains keeps the ball in play, watched by Young Gun Leigh Wright in A Men.

ASHLEIGH Fritz, Owen defends as Celtics’ Tenneal White tries to pass in Senior girls.

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A MEN Pld W L Drn Bye Fft For Agst % Pts Long Plains 10 8 4 0 0 2 482 356 135 16 Young Guns 10 8 4 0 0 1 380 334 114 16 Bulldogs 11 4 8 0 0 0 398 482 83 8 Owen 11 4 8 0 0 0 397 485 82 8 B Men Pld W L Drn Bye Fft For Agst % Pts Peckers 10 10 0 0 2 0 498 273 182 20 Magics 9 5 4 0 3 0 370 362 102 10 Auburn Hawks 9 4 5 1 2 1 313 345 91 9 Longies 9 4 5 1 2 0 241 298 81 9 Eagles 9 0 9 0 3 0 242 386 63 0 U/18 Boys Pld W L Drn Bye Fft For Agst % Pts Owen 12 11 1 0 0 0 525 288 182 22 Mavericks 12 7 5 0 0 0 446 396 113 14 Long Plains 12 4 8 0 0 0 324 394 82 8 Bulldogs 12 2 10 0 0 0 319 536 60 4 U/16 Boys Pld W L Drn Bye Fft For Agst % Pts Owen 12 10 2 0 0 0 412 303 136 20 Bulldogs 12 6 6 0 0 0 397 360 110 12 Redlegs 12 5 7 0 0 0 338 412 82 10 Broncos 12 3 9 0 0 0 340 412 83 6 Junior Boys Pld W L Drn Bye Fft For Agst % Pts Redlegs 12 11 1 0 0 0 475 263 181 22 Falcons 12 9 3 0 0 0 431 359 120 18 Bulls 12 7 5 0 0 0 397 362 110 14 Bulldogs 12 6 6 0 0 0 475 469 101 12 Rockets 12 2 10 0 0 0 283 396 71 4 Swish 12 1 11 0 0 0 275 487 56 2 A Women Pld W L Drn Bye Fft For Agst % Pts Long Plains 11 9 3 0 0 0 437 315 139 18 Bulldogs 12 7 5 0 0 0 393 359 109 14 Storm 11 4 8 0 0 1 303 317 96 8 Owen 10 4 8 0 0 1 283 425 67 8 B Women Pld W L Drn Bye Fft For Agst % Pts Lightning 11 11 1 0 0 0 617 159 388 22 Thunder 12 9 3 0 0 0 435 302 144 18 Cats 12 7 5 0 0 0 485 299 162 14 Redlegs 11 6 6 0 0 0 337 283 119 12 Eagles 11 3 9 0 0 0 206 554 37 6 Owen 9 0 12 0 0 3 45 528 9 0 Senior Girls Pld W L Drn Bye Fft For Agst % Pts Bulldogs 12 10 2 0 0 0 380 237 160 20 Wildcats 11 8 4 0 0 0 327 258 127 16 Celtics 12 6 6 0 0 0 339 281 121 12 Owen 11 0 2 0 0 1 145 415 35 0 Junior Girls Pld W L Drn Bye Fft For Agst % Pts Bulldogs 9 10 0 0 2 0 381 130 293 20 Pumas 8 6 3 0 3 1 367 188 195 12 Breezers 11 6 5 0 1 0 289 268 108 12 Strykers 10 5 5 0 2 0 234 318 74 10 Sharkes 11 4 7 0 1 0 250 369 68 8 Sonics 10 3 8 0 1 1 200 309 65 6 Suns 9 2 8 0 2 0 169 308 55 4

SHAUNI Tiller was leading scorer for Celtics in the game against Owen.

ANDREW ‘Killer’ Kielczynski scored an impressive 22 points for the Owen Pumas last Friday night. He is pictured going up to the basket ahead of Bulldog Ben Shepherd in the A Men showdown.

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A MEN

A WOMEN

Young Guns 35 (L.Guy 9, J.Walker 8, L.Wright 8) d Long Plains 32 (W.Banton 7, R.Sharer 7, M.Carson 5). Owen 60 (A.Kielczynski 22, A.Pratt 19, N.Pengilly 7) d Bulldogs 48 (D.Hill 27, B.Shepherd 11, M.Olsen 5).

Long Plains 36 (J.Fiebig 15, C.Fiebig 9, K.Blackwell 6) d Bulldogs 34 (K.Williams 9, K.Cmrlec 7, T.Nottle 6). Storm 38 (J.Harding 13, J.Koch 11, C.Gregor 7) d Owen 25 (S.Florence 9, B.Wedding 5, M.Dunstan 4).

B MEN

B WOMEN

Magics 43 (R.McPharlin 15, G.Palmer 13, C.Temby 7) def Peckers 34 (L.Michael 13, L.Williams 8, J.Henderson 7). Longies 33 (B.Sharman 9, C.Jenkin 8, A.Sharman 8) d Auburn Hawks 21 (S.Noack 14, L.Sandow 4, J.Ey 2).

Cats 44 (C.Stone 24, N.Andriske 8, L.Mugge 6) d Redlegs 28 (K.Marshall 10, S.Moulds 9, R.Dixon 5). Lightning 27 (L.Michael 12, R.McPharlin 11, A.Simon 4) d Thunder 21 (N.McCracken 7, B.Koch 5, C.Haynes 4).

U/18 BOYS

Senior GIRLS

Long Plains 42 (M.McIntyre 16, D.Haynes 8, C.Sharer 6) d Bulldogs 30 (J.Zilm 12, J.Shepherd 8, Z.Zilm 5). Owen 40 (T.Halls 16, B.Merry 15, K.Robinson 6) d Mavericks 34 (L.Williams 15, T.Michael 7, D.Pfeiffer 6).

Wildcats 24 (B.Koch 10, S.Faehrmann 8, A.Michael 2) d Bulldogs 20 (A.Williams 10, H.Hoepner 6, C.Moulds 2). Celtics 38 (S.Tiller 12, T.White 10, C.Guy 8) d Owen 26 (K.Graham 8, R.Dunstan 6, S.Parker 5).

U/16 BOYS

Junior GIRLS

Owen 36 (J.Wedding 17, M.Woollatt 11, J.Harkness 2) d Bulldogs 32 (B.Taylor 20, J.Appleby 11, J.Alsop 1). Redlegs 22 (C.Veitch 12, B.Krieg 4, J.Wehr 4) d Broncos 18 (H.Veitch 6, J.Michael 4, J.Speissegger 4).

Bulldogs 37 (N .Greenshields 15, K.Price 10, T.Williams 10) d Pumas 24 (B.Wilson 16, R.Dunstan 8). Breezers 47 (M.Merry 18, K.Wedding 17, J.Heaslip 6) d Strykers 20 (K.Gregory 15, E.Mahony 4, T.Gregory 1).

Sharkes 26 (S.Heaslip 16, K.White 10) d Suns 14 (A.Allen 4, C.Pennycuick 4, K.Heaslip 2).

Junior BOYS Bulldogs 38 (J.Studham 18, S.Carslake 12, M.Lawrie 6) d Bulls 29 (J.Butterfield 17, S.Michael 10, J.Pennycuick 2). Redlegs 38 (T.Moulds 16, N.Studham 16, W.Dixon 6) d Falcons 19 (D.Page 12, S.Speissegger 5, T.Scholz 2).

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SPORT v Cricket

Lower North sides secure grand final positions LOWER North Cricket Club have both A and B grade teams in the Stanley Cricket Association grand final after both teams won their respective second semi finals on Saturday.

A brilliant team bowling effort helped Lower North’s A grade dismiss Clare Red for 113 in the match at Sevenhill.

In response, the Buffaloes only lost four wickets in chasing down the total, openers Todd McPharlin (39 not out) and Josh Mahoney (29) doing most of the damage on the scoreboard.

The B grade got up in a close one, reducing Sevenhill to 85 all out but losing seven wickets in the chase.

Kym Michalanney (22) and Sean Williams (21) were the best with the bat.

All drama aside, both teams are through to the major round.

REPORT: Les Pearson According to club president Hayden Battle, it is the first time in the club’s relatively short history it has achieved the feat.

He said it the achievement was testament to all the work a number of people have put into juniors at the club over the years, including Sean Williams, Kym and Grant McPharlin, and Ashley Robinson.

“It’s great to see some of their work starting to pay off,” Mr Battle said.

Some of the talented names to make the step from the junior grades into the senior teams in recent seasons include Todd and Ryan McPharlin, Sam Rowland, Luke Guy and Lachy Michael in the A grade, while Chris Marshall and Jason McPharlin have been consistent performers in the

B grade team this season.

Mr Battle said the amalgamation and switch to the Stanley Cricket Association has been a positive move.

“The standard has been raised and players have risen to that level,” he said.

The B grade team has gone through the season undefeated but Mr Battle was wary of the team going into the match on March 26 over-confident, especially given the potentially dangerous opposition, either Clare or Sevenhill.

“Whenever Sevenhill has come up against us it has been a close contest,” he said.

“Clare is yet to field a full side against us yet so they should be at full strength too.”

The A grade team will play either Clare Red again, or Brinkworth, pending the result of this weekend’s semi final.

stanley Cricket Results of A Grade semi final cricket played on March 12, 2011

Lower North / Clare Red Match won by Lower North Lower North Batting T.McPharlin Not Out................................ 39 J.Mahoney lbw C.Lloyd......................... 29 B.Darling lbw R.Calaby......................... 19 M.Higgs ct M.Stopp b R.Calaby.............. 0 R.McPharlin b D.Pink.............................. 7 L.Michael Not Out.................................. 10 S.Rowland..........................................DNB J.Cowan.............................................DNB P.Chivell..............................................DNB L.Pearson...........................................DNB L.Guy..................................................DNB Extras 12 Total 4/115 Clare Red Bowling Bowler O M W R M.Reynold 4 0 0 16 M.Bennie 4 1 0 9 C.Lloyd 5 0 1 17 R.Calaby 8 0 2 34 L.Dunstan 4 0 0 8 D.Pink 7 0 1 30

Clare Red Batting R.Calaby ct L.Michael b J.Cowan........... 26 J.Dunstan lbw R.Darling.......................... 1 M.Stopp ct L.Michael b M.Higgs.............. 0 A.Lloyd b S.Rowland............................. 10 L.Dunstan ct L.Michael b M.Higgs........... 1 M.Reynolds b R.McPharlin.................... 10 C.Lloyd ct L.Pearson b M.Higgs............ 30 G.Size ct&b R.McPharlin......................... 4 Matt Bennie b S.Rowland........................ 0 Mark Bonnie Not Out............................... 0 D.Pink lbw J.Cowan.............................. 14 Extras 16 Total 10/112 Lower North Bowling Bowler O M W R M.Higgs 8.3 1 3 27 R.Darling 8 5 1 18 J.Cowan 9 2 2 25 S.Rowland 9 1 2 17 R.McPharlin 6 2 2 23

Lower North / Sevenhill Sevenhill Batting M.Inglis ct S.Williams b A.Platt................ 13 A.Gill ct & b C.Marshall......................... 10 D.Smith lbw A.Platt.................................. 8 W.Levick lbw A.Platt................................ 2 T.Jenkins bld A.Platt................................ 5 M.Smith ct H.Battle A.Williams.............. 10 R.O’Neill lbw A.Williams........................ 16 D.Kocsis ct K.Michalanny b A.Williams... 4 M.Bannoh ct & b A.Williams.................... 1 R.Hodgson Not Out................................. 6 M.Thomas ct S.Williams b L.Wright......... 1 Extras 16 Total 10/112 Lower North Bowling Bowler O M W R C.Marshall 8 1 1 26 A.Platt 8 2 4 17 L.Wright 7 1 1 25 A.Williams 6 2 4 16

Results of colts cricket played on March 12, 2011

Blyth & Kybunga / Brinkworth Match won by Blyth & Kybunga Brinkworth Batting D.Hayes ct W.Pratt b A.Giles..................... 6 Z.Brynes b A.Giles................................... 4 D.Goss ct N.Bennett b B.Pratt................. 4 B.Welke b B.Pratt.................................... 3 F.Mouer ct A.Giles b B.Pratt.................... 2 J.Hayes ct D.Giles b N.Bennett............... 0 J.Lee ct J.Hunter b B.Pratt...................... 3 J.Weckert Run Out L.McEwin.................. 0 A.Krieg ct T.Eime b A.Vogelsang............. 1 D.Welke ct L.McEwin b W.Pratt............... 0 W.Krieg ct L.McEwin b W.Pratt................ 0 H.Mills Not Out........................................ 6 Extras 29 Total 10/58 Blyth & Kybunga Bowling Bowler O M W R A.Giles 6 2 2 10 T.Eime 4 0 0 10 B.Pratt 8 5 4 4 N.Bennett 4 2 1 5 L.Jaeschke 2 0 0 3 L.McEwin 2 0 0 4 J.Hunter 2 0 0 4 A.Vogelsang 2 0 1 7 W.Pratt 1.1 0 2 1

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Results of Grand Final cricket played on March 12

Results of B Grade 2nd semi final cricket played on March 12, 2011 Match won by Lower North Lower North Batting H.Battle ct M.Inglis b M.Thomas............... 2 J.McPharlin ct R.ONeill b M.Thomas...... 6 T.Moulds lbw M.Thomas.......................... 4 K.Michalanney b M.Inglis...................... 22 S.Williams ct M.Smith b D.Smith........... 21 S.Dykes b M.Inglis................................... 8 A.Williams ct A.Gill b M.Inglis.................. 7 S.Rolland ct T.Jenkin b R.Hodgson......... 7 C.Marshall Not Out................................ 10 L.Wright..............................................DNB A.Platt.................................................DNB Extras 12 Total 8/99 Sevenhill Bowling Bowler O M W R T.Jenkins 5 1 0 18 M.Thomas 4 0 3 13 M.Inglis 8 1 3 29 D.Smith 5 1 1 9 R.Hodgson 3 0 1 27

LOWER North opening batsman Todd McPharlin lays into a glorious cover drive in his team’s win over Clare on the weekend.

Todd made 39 runs (not out) for his side.

Blyth & Kybunga Batting B.Pratt retired.......................................... 31 A.Giles ct J.Lee b J.Hayes...................... 7 N.Bennett Not Out................................... 8 H.Noble Not Out...................................... 5 Extras 9 Total 2/60 Brinkworth Bowling Bowler O M W R J.Weckert 5 1 0 19 J.Hayes 4 0 1 15 I.Moller 4 0 0 13 J.Lee 3 0 0 13

Long Plains vs Dublin Match won by Dublin Long Plains Batting H.Pym ct J.Mason b L.Walker............... 41 R.Bushell b S.Edward........................... 16 T.Daniel ct & b L.Walker........................ 15 M.Trussell ct H.Walker b R.Amari.......... 18 M.East b S.Edwards.............................. 13 S.McArdle ct R.Thomas b R.Amari....... 10 K.Daniel ct R.Thomas b R.Amari............ 0 T.McArdle b S.Edwards........................... 8 S.Schulz Not Out..................................... 9 M.Warnes ct R.Thomas b S.Edwards..... 4 J.McArdle b R.Amari............................... 0 Extras 15 Total 10/149 Dublin Bowling Bowler O M W R R.Amari 7.3 0 4 39 H.Walker 3 0 0 14 B.Starr 5 2 0 10 S.Edwards 9 1 4 24 W.Heslop 2 0 0 9 J.Mason 7 2 0 17 L.Walker 5 1 2 21

Dublin Batting M.Sammons ct J.McPharlin b T.Daniel.. 10 B.Starr ct M.East b M.Warnes................. 5 H.Walker ct M.East b M.Trussell........... 68 D.West ct K.Daniel b T.Daniel................. 0 R.Thomas ct H.Pym J.McArdle............... 7 S.Edwards b M.Warnes......................... 14 J.Chapman b T.Daniel........................... 55 W.Heslop Not Out.................................. 17 J.Mason ct H.Pym b T.Daniel.................. 0 R.Amari Not Out...................................... 1 Extras 10 Total 8/187 Long Plains Bowling Bowler O M W R M.Warnes 10 4 2 24 S.McArdle 6 1 0 37 T.Daniel 9 1 4 28 J.McArdle 10 3 1 50 M.Trussell 4 0 1 32 M.East 1 0 0 6

Results of Grand Final cricket played on March 12

Mallala vs Dublin Match won by Dublin Mallala Batting R.Svetec ct C.Lee-Chapman b J.Haley.49 N.Goudie Run Out................................... 8 R.Konzag b T.Nixon................................. 5 B.Wilson b T.Nixon.................................. 1 J.Good b W.Bedell................................... 9 A.Clothier b T.Nixon................................. 9 J.Dunstan ct & b T.Nixon......................... 0 C.Pritchard b C.Lee-Chapman................ 0 K.Savill lbw b C.Lee-Chapman................ 0 C.Curnow ct D.Irrgang............................. 0 A.Cufone Not Out.................................... 0 Extras 24 Total 10/105 Dublin Bowling Bowler O M W R T.Nixon 7 2 4 32 W.Bedell 7 1 1 26 C.Lee-Chapman 7 5 2 6 D.Irrgang 3.1 0 1 8 J.Haley 4 0 1 9 J.Alsop 1 1 0 0

Dublin Batting W.Bedell Retired.................................... 75 T.Nixon ct & b N.Goudie.......................... 0 C.Lee-Chapman b B.Wilson.................... 5 J.Rattray-Mortimer Run Out.................. 28 J.Haley b N.Goudie................................. 0 D.Ingang Retired..................................... 5 A.Irrgang Retired..................................... 0 J.Alsop Retired........................................ 0 J.Dalgleish..........................................DNB E.Pepe................................................DNB S.Cullen..............................................DNB Extras 13 Total 4/126 Mallala Bowling Bowler O M W R N.Goudie 10 2 2 25 J.Goudie 10 3 0 31 B.Wilson 5 0 0 11 R.Konzag 5 0 0 25 A.Clothier 3 0 0 12 J.Dunstan 3 2 0 9 K.Savill 2 2 0 0 C.Curnow 2 2 0 0

of the innings saw Dublin amass a defendable score of 186, piling on 110 runs in the last 15 overs or so.

The cornerstone of Dublin’s total was their willingness to take on the fielders, picking up singles and twos, often when it was conceived to be flirting with danger. It was a bold and brave performance from Ben Starr’s side.

Todd Daniel – a proven finals performer – was the pick of the Long Plains bowlers, with 4/28 and Michael Warnes taking 2/24.

Long Plains started steady in their innings. At the half way point/drinks break the match was evenly poised.

Following drinks, John Mason took a great catch to dismiss Longies opener Heath Pym for a well-compiled 41.

Although Longies were still in the hunt the required run rate began to climb and with Scott Edwards and Robbie Amari doing the damage with the ball, wickets started to tumble and the Dublin train started to gather some unstoppable momentum.

With a few overs to go the run rate required became unassailable for Long Plains at this point the large Dublin crowd began to open up their collective voice box!

It was a special day for Dublin and its supporters who have waited a long time to see the Blue Caps taste premiership glory. It was fitting that they chose to play the Grand Final at home with a huge crowd and carnival like atmosphere adding to the elation of their junior and senior double premierships.

Dublin’s successful junior season was capped off earlier in the day when its captain Willy Beddell won the toss and elected to bat, compiling an unbeaten 75 of his own before retiring. With support of his team mate Jarrad Rattray-Mortimer who was run out for 28, Dublin posted a defendable total of 4/126 before dismissing Mallala for 105. Mallala’s Reece Svetec made a well-earned 49 but the damage was done by Dublin’s opening bowler Travis Nixon 4/32, Will Bedell with 1/26 and Corey Lee-Chapman who had the very tidy figures of 2 for 6 off seven overs, including five maidens.

‘Twas a special day for the boys in blue who have waited a long time to taste this kind of success!

Plains Producer, Thursday March 17, 2011

SPORT v District

Kimberly starts new era with Woods Panthers • From back page With NetballSA recreating its state league program, in a new six-team competition in 2011, Walker will play with the Woods Panthers this year.

“From my perspective it is a good move going back to the club scene, after three years playing with the SASI program,” Walker said.

“There has been an amazing camaraderie around the club.

“I had the Woods senior coach Judy Barker as my coach during a state underage program – she is frank and honest – and will tells you like it is.

“Having Phil Hendy on board as the assistant also helped me make my decision.

“Coming to Woods was certainly the right fit for me.”

Back in 2006, Walker played state league reserves with Harlequin, moving up to their state league program the following year.

She was then drafted into the SASI program for the past three years, being team captain for the 2009 and 2010 seasons.

State selection also has been a constant part of Walker’s annual pro-

grams, playing a season of 13 and under, and then 15 and under, before three winters in the 17 and under squad.

Walker skipped the entire under 19 programs, spending four years with the state 21 and under side.

She was also in the 2010 Australia Netball League (ANL) squad, which is seen as a feeder competition to the Trans Tasman competition, along with being a member of Australian Talent Identification (TID) squads that twice spent a week training at the Australian Institute of Sport.

At 183cm and 74 kgs, Walker believes she is as fit as she’s ever been and is looking to play her role either at goal shooter or goal attack.

“Only having six teams in the state league this year, you’re going to get a lot of insight into our opponents,” Walker said to the Plains Producer, after the clubs launch at West Adelaide Football Club last Thursday.

“So, I believe there with be a significant step up in the competition this year.

“Over the pre-season,

Woods training has already been a couple of steps higher.”

After shooting at 80 per cent last year, Walker is keen to increase this in 2011, and with consistent form, push her claims for selection in the ANL competition again.

“Kim is hard and strong at the contested ball,” coach Trudy Barker (nee Gardner), who herself was a part of a golden epoch of SA Netball alongside Michelle Den Decker and Kathryn Harby, said.

“She is a powerful target in the circle.

“I expect her with Mel Rowland to play a mixture of goal attack and goal shooter, depending upon the opponent in any respective game.

“We have plenty of flexibility in the shooting circle and there is plenty of upside to Kimberley’s netball.

“She is a part of young group we’re developing in an interesting season, where we play each team four times during the minor round.”

Woods Panthers starts the new season of the NetballSA competition on Friday, April 1 against the Cougars.

Over the Net Name: Maddy Pitcher Nickname: Madoss Play for: Clare Young Guns Tennis idol: Mum If you could choose any tennis player to play mixed doubles with, who would it be and why? Josh Pritchard because he’s cooler Tennis could be improved by: Music playing Highlight of tennis career so far: Beating mum

Funniest thing you’ve seen on the tennis court: My Mum!

How would your friends describe you in one word?

Extremely funny What’s the best advice your parents have given you: Turn the lights off in the pantry!

If you were Prime Minister, what would you do? Run around the world What would be a perfect evening for you? Pool with friends

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Hobbies other than basketball: Flying my kite If you won $20 million in the lotto, what would be the first thing you would do? Get weird If you were going to a deserted island, what three things would you take with you? Rosies lunch pack, girls, old mate If there was a front page headline written about you in The Plains Producer, what would it say? “Local Dylan Pfeiffer makes #1 draft pick” Favourite movie/TV show: The Ringer

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Junior Country Champs win for our lads The Adelaide Plains Under 14 Boys association basketball team won their grand final, played on March 14, against Willunga Wildcats, 52-24.

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Tennis balaklava night

It was all happening at night tennis, and in between dodging locusts and crickets, some great tennis was played.

The division two finals positions were not affected by results this week and both matches had nearly the same scorelines!

First up saw top team Lorraine Jenner’s Bananas defeat wooden spoon contenders Carly Gregor’s Oranges 5-31 to 1-17. Well done to Carly and Mary Heslop on winning the Oranges only set, one of four 5-3 sets for the night! Bananas David Northcott and Oranges Jarek Flight had some great rallies with three good sets, but the older and wiser took the honours. New Oranges recruit Ash Flynn was and swinging madly away at the balls, but it appeared there was a hole in her racquet! Luckily for her and partner Mary, they managed to win a game and save their pride and strides against Lorraine and Glenda Shepherd! Bananas Peter Rohrlach and opponent Carly had an even battle with all close sets.

The other match saw Fran Henderson’s Cherries defeat Kevyna Gardner’s Grapes 5-35 to 1-13. This match had three 5-3 sets but only one went the Grapes’ way. Well done to Kevyna and Sue Nicholson on winning that set over Fran and Cherie Cleary. The excitement for Sue was short-lived, as in her next set with Tanya Heslop she had to reveal the ‘kini’s to Fran and Diane Gregor. Tanya’s first set score was a one, so after the middle set dakdropper, wanted to make sure she won at least one game in her last set as she didn’t want to keep stretching her elastic! Fiona Howith was playing again for the Grapes and met her match against Wally Treverton, with two 5-3 sets. Next week the division two finals are: Bananas v Cherries (1 and 2), and Oranges v Grapes (wooden spooners).

The division one matches were thrillers - well, 2 of 3 were!

The one that wasn’t saw Scott McDonald’s Melons make much of Chris Curnow’s Limes 5-30 to 1-20. Having said that, three sets were 5-3s and two tiebreakers were played so it wasn’t a complete walkover for the top team! The Melons won the first two in close 5-3 fashion, and the third set in a tiebreaker.

Melons Scott and Cherie Cmrlec scraped through to win the tie over Chris and Marie Heaslip. Limes Darren Woodroofe and fill-in Josie Thompson won an excellent tie over Paul McBride and Joy Ryan. Paul wanted to redeem himself after that one and with partner Scott won yet another 5-3 over Chris and Woody. Marie and Josie couldn’t quite get it together and lost to the top girl power team of Joy and Cherie. A good match!

The other two matches were the close ones, with Andrew Lane’s Olives belting up the premiership ladder (but a bit too late) to put their opponents, Pauline Hill’s Plums into fourth place, winning 3-29 to 3-20. The Plums started well winning the first two sets, including a tiebreaker win to Don Veitch and Leonie Selleck over Andrew and Julia Hoskin. Plums had new recruit Jarred Thiele playing and he started well with Pauline, winning 5-3 over Ben Roberts and Melissa Moulds. That shook the Olives into action, responding with triumphs in the next two. Down to the final two, and they went one apiece!

Don and Jarred won another 5-3 over the Olives men, Andrew and Ben, while Melissa and Jooolia had a great win over the dynamic duo of Pauline and Leonie. The calculators were out to reveal the Olives had scraped through for an excellent win!

The final division one match saw a draw. Tania Allen’s Pears and Louise Michael’s Figs tied at 3-25 apiece - the calculators were needed here too (as Marty was away), and after four sets, the Pears were up 3-1 by just two games. Geoff Gardner was playing for Marty but he’d forgotten his calculator, so had to rely on his team mates! Figs Nick Durdin and Lisa Redpath had consistent 5-3s in their first two sets against opponents Gary Wilson and Helen Durdin. It was a grudge set when Helen and Gary, took on Helen’s son Nick and Lisa, with mother showing she still knows best! Pears Darren Scholz had a good bash against Gards all night with both playing good net shots with arms and legs going everywhere! So the Pears had won three sets in 5-3s, but the Figs had won a 6-2. Things were looking grim for the Figs, winning the last two, both tiebreakers. Well done to Nick and Geoff, and Lisa and Louise who won the ties to ensure those shapely Pears didn’t get a win!

Division one finals are: Melons v Dates (1 and 2); Olives v Plums (3 and 4); Figs v Berries (made up team); Limes v Pears (wooden spooners).

Good luck to all teams on Thursday – we invite everyone to come over and watch some great, and not-so-great tennis, played in good spirits with lots of laughs! Presentations and supper will follow. Until then, when Tanya H has new elastic and Nick has another red…

(team manager), Todd Scholz, Jacob Wehr, Jake Michael, Gary Wehr (assistant coach), front: Samuel Carslake, Jacob Butterfield, Daniel Butterfield (coach), Tyler Moulds and Liam Matthews.

Lower North

Dalkey 14-115 def Nantawarra 10-95.

Ladies Singles: Joanne Humphrys lost to Kirsty Williams 3-6, Stacey Bell def Tammy Nicholls 6-1, Sally Fritz lost to Sascha Tiller 2-6, Carolyn Koch def Abbie Tiller 6-4, Cassandra Bell lost to Cheryl Appleby 6-7, Yvonne Bell def Alison Baum 6-2.

Mens Singles: George Gregory def Travis Nicholls 6-3, Sam Wedding def Wade Taylor 6-2, Richard Gregory def Richard Maxwell 6-3, Louie Surace def Darren Woodroofe 6-4, Lyall haynes def Jamie Tiller 6-1, Luke Marshman def Joshua Appleby 6-4.

Lower north Juniors

SEMI-FINALS DIVISION 1: Owen 5-31 def. Balaklava White 1-13.

Doubles: K Robinson/C. Fry def. L. Williams/K. Cmrlec 6-0, J. McBride/B. Harkness def. H. Lane/T. Durdin 6-1. Singles: Kieren Robinson def Luke Williams 6-2, Charles Fry def Kate Cmrlec 6-2, Jason McBride def Henry Lane 6-2, Brayden Harkness lost to Taylar Durdin 1-6.

Long Plains 3-26 def. Balaklava Orange 3-24. Doubles: R. Sharer/J. Curnow def. T. Michael/J. Appleby 6-1, N. Curnow/C. Sharer lost to S. Van Kleef/J. Michael 3-6. Singles: Ross Sharer def Tate Michael 6-1, Jakob Curnow lost to Joshua Appleby 2-6, Nick Curnow def Sam Van Kleef 6-4, Cory Sharer lost to Jake Michael 3-6.

DIVISION 2: Long Plains 5-35 def. Balaklava Purple 1-22.

Doubles: R. Curnow/C. Daniel def. G. Freebairn/A. Williams 6-5, A. Daniel/H. McArdle def. K. Selleck/T. Michael 6-3, Singles: Riley Curnow def Gemma Freebairn 6-2, Carissa Daniel def Ashleigh Williams 6-5, Amy Daniel def Kristy Selleck 6-1, Hannah McArdle lost to Tom Lane 5-6.

Mallala 6-36 def. Hamley Bridge 0-12. Doubles: R. McNair/M. Jenkin def. L. Raether/A. Humphrys 6-3, R. Dunstan/E. Parsons def B. Packer/T. Powell 6-0. Singles: Robert McNair def Leon Raether 6-2, Mark Jenkin def Amy Humphrys 6-4, Rachel Dunstan def Bethany Packer 6-2, Edward Parsons def Tyler Powell 6-1.

Grand finals to be played at Mallala this Saturday, March 19 at 8.30am: Division1 – Owen v Long Plains; Division 2 – Long Plains v Mallala.

Mid North Tennis Association Premiership Table - 2010 / 2011 Season

Seniors A Grade M W L F Pts For Ag % Clare Masters 17 14 1 0 45 1569 1082 59.19 Balaklava 17 11 3 0 40 1604 1121 58.86 Hilltown 17 8 6 0 34 1592 1304 54.97 Clare Young Guns 17 8 6 0 34 1385 1345 50.73 Blyth 17 6 8 0 30 1391 1485 48.37 Saddleworth 17 5 8 0 29 1223 1410 40.93 Riverton 17 4 11 0 25 1274 1744 42.21 Watervale 17 1 10 4 15 823 1370 37.53 B Grade M W L F Pts For Ag % Sevenhill 17 12 1 1 41 1426 985 59.82 Mintaro 17 10 4 0 38 1722 1207 58.79 Blyth 17 9 5 0 36 1226 1150 51.60 Clare Aces 17 9 4 1 35 1470 1220 54.65 Auburn 17 8 5 1 33 1284 1200 51.69 Hilltown 17 4 10 0 26 1215 1614 42.95 Clare Hot Shots 17 3 10 1 23 1047 1372 43.28 Saddleworth 17 1 11 2 18 702 1371 33.86 Juniors Hilltown Blyth Crocodiles Clare Yellow Clare Green Blyth Alligators Clare Red Clare White Clare Blue Sevenhill Auburn Saddleworth

M W L F Pts For Ag 11 11 0 0 33 739 289 12 10 1 0 33 646 492 12 9 2 0 31 669 495 12 2 0 0 28 388 342 12 6 4 0 26 569 512 12 6 6 0 24 668 606 12 3 7 0 20 446 553 11 2 8 0 16 471 580 12 2 10 0 16 510 727 12 1 9 0 16 373 633 12 2 8 1 16 348 598

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Results from March 10. Mallala White 42 def Hamley Bridge 31: M Marshman 22 d N Fyfe 14, B Roney 20 d N Bubner 17. Hamley Bridge Red 35 def Pt Wakefield Gold 32: L Moloney 23 d P Durbridge 11, H Bell 12 L L Berry 21. Mallala Black 46 def Owen 37: J Curnow d B Harkness 14, Y Curnow 21 L G Wandel 23. Balaklava Red 44 def Balaklava Gold 36: L Harkness 19 d K Catford 18, C Goldney 25 d J Milton 18. Balaklava Green 64 def Two Wells White 33: B Philip 27 d B Lee-Archer 19, G Chapman 27 d M Gameau 14. Pt Wakefield Blue 40 def Two Wells Red 35: S Kempster 16 L S Underwood 19, H Brown 24 d B Molloy.

North Eastern

Results from March 9.

Clare Green 46 P Errey 23, T Haysman 23 def Blyth 37 R Deluca 22, L Mader 15. Clare Blue 50 K Clarke 14, D Noonan 36 def Clare White 35 R Wurst 24, J Janssen 11. Spalding 37 G Goodridge 15, G Blaser 22 def Clare Red 31 R Jarman 17, M Pawelski 14. Balaklava 40 A Chivell 22, K Harkness 18 def Snowtown 36 R Brand 19, J Hillsden 17.

Brinkworth forfeited to Burra.

Next week, Wednesday March 16: the final pennant day at Snowtown.

A light lunch will be served at 12.30pm. 10am: Clare Blue v Snowtown, Balaklava v Burra. 1.30pm: Blyth v Clare Red, Brinkworth v Clare Green, Clare White v Spalding.

Golf Balaklava men

It was a Stableford stampede last Saturday, as no less than 42 hopefuls hurled themselves into the fray, including four gentlemen from the Kiwi Golf Club and a certain Mike Smith.

Starting with the “We Hit Really, Really Long Shots” brigade, Merv. Hameister not only cleaned up his comrades with 39 points, but whipped Digby Addison 4/3 in their Summer Cup contest. Jimmie Breuer chimed in with a casual 38 points to claim second spot, leaving Mark Loy (37) a clear run into 3rd.. Emerging nervously and pale-faced from the tree line were W. Parkin (35), D. Hannaford (34), I. Michael (33), D. Taylor (32), W. Nagle (27) and W. Goudie (25). Mike Smith did not play with this group.

The action was hot and messy over in the swollen B Grade ranks, although they too did not include Mike Smith. They did contain Ben “The Burglar” Michael (45), who showed lil’ bro. Biff (Callum - 41) the way home. Kiwi Club visitor Steve Wardle (37) stomped home in third place on a count back, which ruined Bill Berry’s day. Standing back in stunned awe at these achievements were D. Robinson (34), Kiwi GC’s Richard Fellowes (33), B. Thompson (33), D. Goudie (32), D. Addison (32), D. Trickett (31), Eric Sangster (KGC - 31), S. Michael (30) and G. Anderson (18).

So, just where was Mike Smith? We can now reveal that that luckiest of lanky lads was hiding

Sides for Saturday

Sides for March 19.

OWEN: Division 1. Owen v Balaklava at Riverton - G Bubner, G Wandel, D Greer, G Simpson(SK). I Freebairn, R Uppill, N Harkness, B Parker(SK). D Brown, P Freebairn, T Harkness, G Harkness(SK). Cars: B Parker, T Harkness, D Greer, depart 12.10pm.

Division 2. Owen v Balaklava at Riverton - B Roper, A Wandel, R Hill, P Sullivan(SK). D Hartwell, W Heaslip, K Gould, K Warnes(SK). L Beaty, J Robinson, L Hean, B Diehl(SK). Cars: B Roper, A Wandel, B Diehl, depart 12.10pm. Reserves: A Tiller, C Hocking, G Duncan.

BALAKLAVA: Division 1. Balaklava v Owen at Riverton - G Palmer, R McPharlin, D Lamond P Thompson(SK). K McPharlin, A Northcott, S Hawke, B Taylor(SK). O Chapman, B Olsen, A Chivell, T Clifford(SK). Cars: Leaders.

Division 2: Balaklava White v Owen at Riverton H Hebisch, N Olsen, S Guy, M Olsen(SK). L Day, C Stewart, Z Guy, J Olsen(SK). R McDonald, B Moffat, J Milton, C Milton(SK). Cars: Leaders.

Balaklava Blue v Hamley Bridge Red at Owen - B Kreig, P Ramm, K Catford, P McPharlin(SK).

R May, C Woodl, D Beare, R Barr(SK). L Zerk, R Greenshields, T Jones, K Harkness(SK).

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Nearest to the pin was Barry Schwartz on 4 and birdies were made by Barry Schwartz 14 and Ian Telfer 16.

Barry Schwartz showed glimpses of brilliance to stay in front of the big hitting Merv Hamiester to win Thursday’s stableford competition with 42 points, Merv finishing with 41 while left hander Wally Jackson Managed 3rd with 36.

Other Scores Anton Noack 36, Kieth Kluske 35, Doug Cooper 34, Helen Johnson, George Dahlitz 32, Max Grasby, Dennis Hawke, Ian Rohde, Roger Hahn, Dennis Nation 31. Ron Collins 30 and Bob Hillier 26. Nearest to pin Barry Shwartz 9th.

Birdies Barry Schwartz 9th.

Barrie Zerner continues to bring his handicap down to to where it once was with a credible 44 pts to win last Saturday’s Stableford competition from Roen Cameron and Barry Schwartz both on 41 pts.

Other scores Anton Noack 38, John Mitchell 37, Kieth Kluske 36, Steve Howell, Dave Russell , Max Grasby 35, Wally Jackson 34, George Dahlitz, Errol Branson 34, Rowland Pawlak, Leigh Durdin 33, Doug Cooper 32, Ian Darwin 31, Wayne White 30, Wim Van Pelt, Warren Isgar, Ian Telfer 30, Cliff Applebee 27.

NTP: John Mitchell 9th. Birdies: John Mitchell 9th.

Some senior ladies decided to call Friday’s twilight competition off. As it was advertised the club apoligises for any inconvience this may have caused.

Veterans

Adelaide and Barossa Veteran Golfers match results played at the Gawler Golf Club on Friday the 11 March 2011.

A Grade results, Robert Homburg Tanunda 36, Vince Zeto Gawler 35 on C/Back from, Geoff Neilson Barossa 35.

B Grade results, Bill Berry Balaklava 38, Craig Sims Barossa 35, Neville Pauley Oakbank 34.

C Grade results, Eric Filmer Barossa 37, Sam De Makit Penfieldb36, Brian Milne Barossa 34.

Ball run down, A Grade, Jim Richaris Penfield 35, Roy Clayburn Penfield 34, Paul Robinson Gawler 33, John Pengilly Riverton 33, Lindsay William Barossa 32, R Thomson Gawler 31, Brian Lee Kapunda 31, Mal Marius Penfield 31, Rob Volraat Gawler 30.

B Grade, Dean Tricket Balaklava 34, Win Van Pelt Hamley Bridge 3o,Brian Stewart Balaklava 30, Trevor Dowling Gawler 30, Norm O’Brien Barossa 30, John Curnow Balaklava 30, Alan Penn Penfield 30.

C Grade, Geoff Bateman Oakbank 33, Rod Hardgreave Mount Pleasant 32, John Curtin Penfield 31, Ray Craft Barossa 30, Trevor Bateman Mount Pleasant 30, Warren Isgar Hamley Bridge 30, Peter Jones Penfield 30, Jim Taylor Gawler 30, Jim Clark Barossa 30.

N.T.P. A Grade, Craig Sims Barossa. B Grade Lance,, Hatcher Hamley Bridge. C Grade, Jim Clark Barossa.

– Allan Hastings, Kapunda Golf Club.

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Other Scores Anton Noack 32, John Mitchell

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Results from Wednesday March 9. Austin Henstridge won Wednesday’s competition with 41 points CB, Bill Parkin 41 CB, Bill Goudie 41, Barrie Thompson 36, Dennis Goudie 35, Brian Stewart 34, Merv Hameister 32, Dene Newton 31 CB, Jerry Toms 31, Bill Berry 25. Birdies for the day were, Bill Parkin on holes, 8,9,13,16 and 17.

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out in the unsuspecting C Grade ranks, lying low, saying nothing. But he knew exactly why he was there and just what he was going to do to a few egos that day. What he did do was sidle in with a score of 50, conquering Kiwi GC’s Peter Bennett (41) and consigning Mike Hahesy (37) to third.

Mike in turn used a count back to consign John Newton to anonymity. Those who didn’t fall back to the old DNF defence, when confronted by these Herculean efforts, were D. Michael (33), M. Hayes (32), T. Matz (31), G. Toms (29), M. Bell (27) and A. Henstridge (23). Toby Michael elected to come out for a hit, while Geoff. Leo smacked a very passable 106 and expects to have his handicap hand-delivered very soon.

Birdies were achieved by Tania Matz (3rd), Ian MIchael and Bill Parkin at the 8th, plus both Jimmie Breuer and Ben Michael at the 10th. However, when it came to Nearest the Pin prominence, that befell Dillon Michael at the 3rd., Ian Michael the 8th., Don Hannaford (10th) and Merv. Hameister, who cleaned up on the 17th.

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Cool to mild conditions.

CENTRAL DISTRICT FORECAST Thursday: Fine and mostly sunny. Mild to warm with moderate southeasterly winds.

Friday: Fine with increasing cloud. Mild to warm with moderate to fresh southeast to northeast winds.

Saturday: Isolated showers extending from the northwest, tending to rain late in the day. Mild with moderate to fresh northeast to southeast winds.

GULF WATERS FORECAST Thursday: Winds: South to southeasterly 15 to 20 knots, reaching 20 to 25 knots south of Sellicks Beach to Cowell in the evening. Seas: 1 to 2 metres. Swell: Southwesterly about 1 metre on southern Spencer Gulf.

Friday: Winds: East to southeasterly 10 to 20 knots.

Results from Saturday March 12. Range 500 m.

Cyclists and Torrens Valley: A Grade D Bradey 195.10. B Grade G Apthomas 192.3. Sighters J Pinyon 40.1. Handicap: C Luedeke 96.2/95.1 (18) 200, G Apthomas 95.1/97.2 (14) 200, J Pinyon 96.2/95.2 (12) 200, F Pinyon 96.1/97.3 (8) 200, D Bradey 97.6/98.4 (5) 200, P Bradshaw 99.4/94.1 (3) 196.

Phoenix: A Grade C Williams 198.9. B Grade M Bialkowski 194.6. Sighters M Challen 40.2. Handicap: J Samuel 94.3/99.5 (8) 206, < Bialkowski 95/99.3 (11) 205, C Williams 98.5/100.4 (6) 204, M Challen 99.1/97.3 (6) 202, D Clarke 98.5/98.4 (5) 201, G Henderson 96.1/98.3 (7) 201, D Logos 97.3/97.4 (5) 199.

Cyclists and Torrens Valley F Class: F Open B Moulds 199.10. F Standard C Green 196.3. Sighters M Willment 38.

Handicap: B Moulds 99.6/100.4 (5) 200, R Galpin 96.5/99.3 (20) 200, R Braued 100.2/98.4 (7) 200, M Willment 98/95 (20) 200, T Manning 93.3/98.2 (19) 200, S Mann 94.1/98 (20) 200, C Green 98.2/92.1 (8) 200, M Williams 96.4/94.2 (20) 200, S Braued 97.3/109.6 (5) 200, H brdshaw 96.3/96.3 (14) 200.

Phoenix F Class: F Standard R Mousley 198.11. Handicap: K Neale 98.3/98 (12) 208, C Mousley 96.3/97.3 (15) 208, L Scroop 90/93 (23) 206, E Kanik 98.3/95.2 (12) 205, R Mousley 99.5/99.6 (6) 204, M Roberts 99.6/98.4 (2) 199, J Roberts 97.2/97.2 (v) 199.

Light River: A Grade B Wrightson 197.9. B Grade G Buddie 196.4. F Class P Bothwell 196.6. Sighters B Wrightson 38.2.

Handicap: P Bothwell 98.4/98.2 (16) 218, G Morony 95/99.4 (19) 217, R Spillman 98.5/97.4 (9) 213, B Wrightson 100.5/97.4 (7) 213, G Buddie 98.1/98.2 (10) 200, G Lewis 88/93.1 (17) 199.

Postal and Railways: A Grade R Cunningham 195.7. B Grade M Spendelove 189.4. C Grade B Phillips 186.7. Sighters R Cunningham 40.2. Handicap: R Cunningham 98.7/97.2 195.9, V Synusas 96.1/98.3 194.4, M Spendelove 93/91.4 189.4, I Mackintosh 92.2/96.2 188.4, D Barr 97.1/91.2 188.3, M Bethune 94/94 188, B Phillips 97.5/89.2 186.7, B Taylor 86/90.2 176.3, P Collins 99.5/99.5 (v) 198.10.

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Youth United begins again Country Market & Cafe

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- Fri Mar 18, 8pm • The Town (MA15+) ★ ★ ★ ★ Action/Drama By Ben Affleck

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- Thurs Mar 24, 7.30pm • The Life & Work Of Jim Sweeney Fundraiser for MS Society

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March 19 8am - 1pm

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•5.30 pm - 7 pm fortnightly • Small groups • Worship time Youth United is a venture of the Balaklava Christian Churches

Melanie Evans 0427 796 970 Lee Cunningham 0429 621 143

Balaklava Netball Club

Tickets: •Concession/Student $8 •Child $5 •Adults $10 •Family tickets $25 (2 +2) extra child $2.50

Junior Practice Begins

Clare Valley Short Film Festival

Monday March 21 - 4pm

Saturday March 26

2pm Family Short Film Screening - $9 & children half price 3pm Clewers Film Challenge Screening - FREE - RSVP essential 4pm Competition Short Film Screening 1 - $9 5pm Homegrown Shorts - featuring Australian talent - $9 7pm Competition Short Film Screening 2 - $9 8pm Competition Short Film Screening 3 - $9 9pm Awards Gala and reception sponsored by Grosset & Mount Horrocks Wines. Includes 2011 Oscar winning short “The Lost Thing” RSVP on 8844 5175 - $18. Each screening is approx 45min.

Film synopsis for each session available about March 16 at www.clarevalleyfilmfestival.com 3 Full Dolby digital surround sound 3 Candy bar 3 A/Cond BOOKINGS 8844 5175 - (between 2pm - 5pm)

Bingo Starts Again

Wednesday March 30 • Senior Citizens Hall • Eyes down 7.30pm • Supper provided • All proceeds to Mill Court

Come and join the fun

• Please note, meeting for all B Grade girls and their parents to follow this (approx 5pm) in sports club • Monday March 28 4pm • Thursday March 31 at Ralli Park Courts 4pm Enquiries to Junior Coordinator, Carolyn Michael

Balaklava Courthouse Gallery Guitar Concert - Music from Brazil, Mexico, US

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FIRE WOOD for sale by the trailer load or ute load.

Also saw bench for hire with operator. Phone 0408 800 534.

Garlic Seed Stock. Australian white, SA grown.

Price $8 to $12/kg + freight.

2 tonnes available. AGIA Member. Mobile 0418 843 716.

Hay, Oaten and beardless wheat. No rain damage.

Small squares $5. Rolls $50. Clare area. 0417 838 241.

Holden Commodore VT Station Wagon, V6 automatic, white, good condition, $3,000 o.n.o. Phone 8529 2472 or 0413 870 270, reg XAJ 531.

Jinma tractor, 50hp, 4 wheel drive, 4 cylinder diesel, front end loader, PTO, power steering, dual stage clutch, ROPS and Canopy, demo model, registered, reg no QVP 932, $24,000.

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Long Plains Netball uniforms. 1 large (10-12) ladies. 1 Sze 12/girls shirt. 1 Sze 12 jumper. 1 xys football shorts. 1 pair junior football socks (worn only once). All in excellent condition. Used for 1 season. Make an offer. Call Bec 0447 069 641.

Change of Venue

Oaten hay rolls, new season, 5x4, net rolled, $35 per roll. Balaklava Museum. Contact R.May 0439 821 741 or M.Zerk 0407 329 559.

Notice is hereby given that the March 2011 meeting of Council will be held on Thursday March 17, 2011 at Manoora Centenary Park – Barrier Highway, Manoora, commencing at 7pm.

Pullets, point of lay, Isa brown; Also incubator 144 eggs, as new, $1,000.

Westview Poultry. Phone: 8864 5096 or 0400 297 658.

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Death

Hewett - William Arthur Herbert. On March 11, 2011. At Balaklava. Aged 83 years.

SILVAN Turbomiser 2000lt overhead sprayer $12,000 ono. Polaris Magnum 6 wheel with 200 lt Tank Sprayer $4,000. Enviromist Weed Sprayer 2m wide tow behind $600. Ph: 0418 852 167.

Hewett - family and friends of the late Mr William Arthur Herbert (Bill) Hewett are respectfully advised that his Funeral Service will be conducted in the Balaklava Uniting Church on Friday March 18 at 2pm. At the conclusion of the Service the Cortege will proceed to the Balaklava Cemetery.

R.M Williams swag, the bush outfitter. $500 ono. Brand new. Please phone 0439 832 212.

Spa / pool 2m x 2m x .5m, 6 person, includes 2 beds, red cedar cabinet, sapphire blue interior, $5,000.

Phone 0408 462 106. wheelchair - Glide Series 3 h/duty 55cm for larger person, maroon, in as new condition, used 3 months only. Sell $1,500 firm (new $3,000). Has extras. Phone 8862 1131 or 0428 172 310 - Balaklava.

XF Sedan, 1987, auto, air conditioning, 12 slotters with new tyre’s, CD player, reg no. UDB 922 $550 o.n.o. XF Ute, dual fuel, bull bar, CD player, new tyres, digital dash, reg no XMW510$1,550 o.n.o.

Phone: 0400 169 698.

Garage Sale

Balaklava - joint garage sale, in Moody Estate on Saturday March 26. More detail next edition.

Garage sale - 4 in 1. Saturday March 19 only 8:30am to 3pm. 57 Fisher Street Balaklava. Cupboards, twin tub, stereo, books, bric a brac

CASH for cans and bottles, Owen Recycling - 18 Railway Terrace, Owen.

Wednesday 10-5; Saturday 10-1 or by appointment. Phone 0428 890 107.

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.

Are you running your own business in the Balaklava area?

8:30pm Saturday March 27, 2011

For Sale

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

Public Notice

For information contact Lenice: 8862 1173

MARCH COUNCIL MEETING

Roy D Blight Chief Executive Officer

For Sale

1987 Volvo 4 door sedan, colour white, manual with o/drive, regular servicing.

Good tyre’s. Interior and exterior in excellent condition. Full history available from new. Ph 8528 2138 for further details, $3,400.

Rego UDP 274. Any reasonable offer considered.

Sunday April 3, 2011

Clare & Gilbert Valleys Council

Members of the public are invited to a community tea commencing at 6pm. RSVP’s to Kathy Jones to assist with catering 8842 6400

For rent

Land for lease, Port Wakefield, 622 acres. Phone 0427 261 816.

Work Wanted

Business wanted, proven financials. Anything considered. Phone 0428 559 787.

CONTRACT slaughtering is our speciality at our quality assured Snowtown Abattoirs for butcher shop farmers and every day people. Serving all areas.

Phone 8865 2162.

Birth

HODGETTS (Nee Duncan).

Will, Sandy and Charlotte welcome Joshua Edward Warburton. Born 7/3/11 weighing 9lbs 15.5oz and 55cm long. Special thanks to Dr Hughes, Kirsty, Louisa, Sally & staff at NECH.

Beloved husband of Joy. Loved father and fatherin-law of Ron and Cheryl, Kerri, Jim and Ellie and Trish and families.

In lieu of floral tributes, a donation to Mill Court Homes would be appreciated.

Durdin Funeral Directors Balaklava AFDA 8862 2101

Hewett - Bill (“Kamaru”) The Balaklava Scout and Guide Committee acknowledge with thanks, Bill’s many years of leadership to the youth of our town. Our deepest sympathy to Joy and family.

In Memoriam

Lawson - Robert (Bob).

Dearly loved husband of Gloria, father of Gayle and Trever, Kym and Julie, Jenny and Mark, Robert and Julie and their families. You are always in our hearts and thoughts. We all have special memories.

Coming Event Balaklava Show

AGM Wednesday March 30 7.30pm at Balaklava Sport Club

Your attendance would be appreciated

Balaklava Tennis Club Inc Intending players for…

• Winter Tuesday Night Tennis • Winter Thursday Morning Ladies Tennis (Night) Scott McDonald 0438 876306 (Ladies) Pauline Hill 0400 289897 or Louise Michael 0438 286275

By April 8, 2011

Specials

Specials Passport Reading Glasses ➤ Buy one get one free

Summer Hats ➤ 50% Off

Designer Brands sunglasses ➤ $14.95

Balaklava Chemplus Pharmacy Phone: 88621274 Pt Wakefield Chemplus Pharmacy Phone: 8867 1566

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Public Notice

DEFENCE PROOF & EXPERIMENTAL ESTABLISHMENT PORT WAKEFIELD: LIVE FIRING RANGE WARNING NOTICE Test and evaluation activities involving static firings and/or firings of naval and artillery weapons are conducted at the Proof and Experimental Establishment Port Wakefield throughout the year. The Proof and Experimental Establishment Port Wakefield is a vital Defence test and evaluation capability that has supported Defence since 1929.

These firings may require specific tidal or weather conditions, and are critical for the safety of current and new Defence capabilities. Members of the public may notice noise, vibration, flashes and/or smoke during the testing. There is no risk to the public outside of the gazetted Defence Practice Areas.

For reasons of public safety, there is a permanent exclusion zone covering land, sea and air around the Port Wakefield Establishment. Specific details on the Port Wakefield Prohibited Area can be obtained from Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No GN 26, 4 July 1990, and is shown on the diagram below.

Trespassing in this Area is strictly prohibited and very dangerous due to the presence of unexploded bombs. Any person found within the Prohibited Area or on Defence land will be subject to prosecution.

Specific test and evaluation activities may also require restricting public access to the Port Wakefield Defence Practice Areas over specific periods with these areas articulated in the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. GN 40, 7 October 2007, and also identified on the diagram below. This may affect access to the Gulf of St Vincent at Port Wakefield and Port Parham.

If any member of the public has inquiries in relation to these activities please contact Proof & Experimental Establishment Port Wakefield – Range Control, on (08) 8867 0270 between 8.00am and 4.30pm weekdays or the Proof & Experimental Establishment Port Wakefield – Security Office, on (08) 8867 0299 outside these hours.

Public Notice

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Public Notice

Proposed Lease Agreement

Public Consultation Policy

It’s OK to a rieve g

The District Council of Mallala has received formal application from the Dublin History Group Incorporated to Lease Council owned / controlled Land at Sixth Street, Dublin SA 5501, CT Reference 5801/136 Allotment 53.

Council is considering its Public Consultation Policy and is seeking input from the community as part of the decision making process.

In accordance with Section 50 of the Local Government Act 1999 and Council’s Community Consultation Policy, interested persons are invited to make a written submission on the proposed lease agreement between Council and the Dublin History Group Incorporated.

A report on this matter will be prepared for Council’s consideration; written submissions are encouraged and must be received by close of business on Friday 8 April 2011.

If you are seeking clarification regarding this issue please contact Derek Lawson.

Submissions must be in writing and forwarded to:

Derek Lawson

Governance Co-ordinator

District Council of Mallala

PO Box ,18 Mallala SA 5502

Phone: 8527 0200 Or by email to derek.lawson@mallala.sa.gov.au Please Note: All written submissions shall become public record and may form part of a report to Council. It is the responsibility of the author to notify Council in writing if they wish their correspondence to remain confidential.

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Feedback on these proposed changes is encouraged and the Draft Policy is available for public inspection at the Council Offices, Two Wells Public Library and the Two Wells Service Centre from Wednesday, 16 March to Friday, 8 April 2011, or can be viewed on the Council’s website www.mallala.sa.gov.au .

If you wish to discuss this matter with a member of staff please contact Derek Lawson on 8527 0200.

If you or someone you know has been affected by suicide, why not talk to The Salvation Army HOPELINE, a 24 hour telephone counselling service for those left behind by suicide.

1300 HOPELINE (1300 467 354)

The deadline for submissions is 5:00pm on Friday, 8 April 2011. All submissions must be in writing and should be addressed to ‘The Chief Executive Officer’, PO Box 18, Mallala SA 5502.

Please Note: A report on this matter will be prepared for Council’s consideration and all written submissions shall become public record and may form part of the report to Council. It is the responsibility of the author to notify Council, in writing, if they wish their correspondence to remain confidential.

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HOYLETON Prime Farming Land

Clearing Sale Preliminary Notice

Balaklava East

Adjacent the main Salter Springs Balaklava Road

Halbury/Balaklava - April 20, 2011 at 11am A/C M.G. & M.Barker and V.C. & C Marriott. Full details in later issues.

Port Wakefield Road, Balaklava Mel Haynes 0408 086 021

www.landmark.com.au

Ph: 8862 1041

Public Notice - Section 7

Sore Shoulder

Lot 1: 90.22ha – Price Range: $668,000–$713,000 Lot 2: 102ha – Price Range: $756,000–$806,000 Deep red/brown loams, excellent cropping history, reliable rainfall area (approx. 450mm). Ideal for modern broad acre farming.

Steve Redden 0408 836 914 RIVERTON (08) 8847 2209 19 Torrens Road

RLA 65389

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

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Prized Cropping and Grazing Land Approx 363.8ha - 908 Acres Exceptional cropping land, Approx 290ha (app 720acres) that are arable with the balance being strong hills grazing, main all weather road frontage. Flat to hilly consisting of 10 main paddocks, all watered from either mains or from the Wakefield River. An excellent opportunity to purchase some of the highly prized Mid North’s productive cropping land. Ideal for all cereals and legumes, all has been farmed with modern up to date farming practices and Reliable rainfall region with highly fertile soil types.

3Balaklava 3Mallala 3Two Wells

8862 2200 or 0419 842 228

For sale by Registration of Interest

If you're thinking of selling, you need LOCAL knowledge to get the right price. Call Kelly today for a FREE valuation. Ph 0417 146 451

RLA 223600

Cool Room Hire 34 George St, Balaklava

Landmark Balaklava - Phone: 8862 1333

2 Adjoining Lots Available.

Marc’s Ice & Hire

• 10% Deposit settlement 30 days • Right of access after signing unconditional contract • Registration of interest closing April 4, 2011 at 12 noon • Details and inspection strictly with selling agent only Landmark Balaklava - Phone: 8862 1000 10 Port Wakefield Road, Balaklava Geoff Knappstein 0407 790 210 Mel Haynes 0408 086 021

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Visit www.ruralsa.brockharcourts.com.au To view 7 properties, currently listed for sale in and around Balaklava.

New properties are required WE can help you sell yours Wild HOrse Plains Auction Lot 15 First Street

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30 Roberts Ave

$295,000

BALAKLAVA 19 Roberts Ave

$285,000

Ideal family home with 4 bedrooms & 2 living areas • Spacious lounge • Gallery style kitchen • Semi enclosed pergola

Under instructions from the mortgagee This home consists of 2 main bedrooms with a kitchen and family area and also has a walk through to the garage which could be utilized as a games rooms etc. There is a renovated tiled bathroom but not totally finished yet. This property has endless opportunity considering that it is on a huge 1858m2 block.

The building needs some TLC but there is some huge potential here and it just needs you to finish it off. It’s a great opportunity to become a real estate owner at what could be a very affordable price. Take your chance today and enquire about this one.

• Deposit 10% on the fall of the hammer and settlement on 16/5/11.

• Terms: Settlement 20/05/2011

Auction: Friday April 15, 2011 at 10.30am on the property

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• 2 Reverse Cycle Air Conditioners • Large shed & carport

Under Contract • 1 Wash St, Balaklava • Unit 2/7 Fisher St, Balaklava

SOLD • 2A Walsh St, Balaklava

Beautifully presented, modern 4 bedroom home with great new shed

Perfectly presented modern home built in an appealing well positioned and sought after street. The near new kitchen includes a dishwasher, easy care vinyl, ample cupboard space and a open plan eating and family area with great views of the front and rear yards. Amongst the ample features are ducted evaporative air conditioning, reverse cycle air conditioner and direct access to the pergola entertaining area. All of this is set in established low maintenance gardens and lawned areas. The back yard has a new colourbond shed with concrete floors and power connected that is set up as a garage / workshop, storage room and a granny flat that has not been totally finished yet. It’s an excellent opportunity to get into your own home that is basically ready to move into. Currently rented to top tenants with a good return on investment.

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

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Cook / Casual Staff

Situations Vacant

Required - Port Wakefield

• No overnight shifts • Will require weekends • All age groups, juniors and seniors • Previous applicants need not apply Phone: Jim 8867 1224

Experienced farm hand Full time position on mixed farming property at Balaklava. HC Licence and experience an advantage Written submissions to:

PO Box 38,

Balaklava SA

Phone: 0428 859 634

Part Time

Farm Secretary

Facilities Manager BUILDING MANAGEMENT FACILITIES SERVICES

Horizon Christian School

CLARE Full Time, Ongoing Vac No: 1335/2011

Applications for the following position to commence in Term 2, 2011

$68,287 – $72,155 p.a. (OPS6)

Chemistry / Biology Teacher

The Facilities Manager is responsible for managing projects, works programs, contractors and project teams in the development and provision of total facilities management services across multiple government agencies.

(Senior School) 0.5 FTE ( Maternity Replacement Contract)

An appropriate trade qualification or equivalent is essential. Applicants are required to submit a written application of no more than two pages and a curriculum vitae demonstrating their suitability for the position.

Horizon Christian School is a rapidly growing Interdenominational Christian School, situated in the town of Balaklava, approximately 45 minutes from Gawler. The school enrolment R-12 for 2011 is expected to reach over 420 students.

Please forward an original plus two sets of your application. Applicants are required to complete the DTEI Cover letter and Employment Declaration.

Applications Close: 5.00pm Friday 25 March 2011

Enquiries and application forms, please contact the school: 8862 2100 or admin@horizon.sa.edu.au Closing date: Wednesday March 30, 2011 at 3.00pm

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Butch Bennett Crash Repairs Pty Ltd

Pt Clinton Community & Sports Club Inc.

COOK REQUIRED CASUAL POSITION

Friday & Saturday. Hours 5PM - 9PM. Experience required. Remuneration to be negotiated.

Contact Rose On 8837 7019

Balaklava and surrounding areas Contact Grant Fisher 0407 807 123 or 8862 1988

BALAKLAVA

NEW PRICE $229,000

BALAKLAVA - NEW • • • •

$229,500

Ideally located near the town centre 3 bedrooms, 2 with BIR Return verandah & full length enclosed carport Rear access to yard, single garage

Balaklava $199,000 • • • • •

Beautiful cottage with more than you expect 3 dble bdrms, stylish timber kitchen High ceilings, comb heating & s/s a/c Park like rear gdn is superb All for under $200,000

BALAKLAVA $308,000 • As new brick veneer home with some great feature on ¼acre block.

• Master with ensuite & WIR, BIR to other 2 bdrms • 3 way bathroom with large vanity.

• Well designed living area with galley kitchen and separate meals area that leads out to the Alfresco living area.

• Secure double garage with roller doors, well fenced, landscaped with large pergola, rainwater & shedding.

190 Main North Road, Clare www.jackredden.com.au Plains Producer, Wednesday March 17, 2011

• This home has had a stunning interior makeover • Outside boasts an easy care yard with fruit trees, 2 garages, new rear verandah and rainwater plumbed throughout the home • Now the inside keeps the charm of it’s era, with ornate ceilings and glass feature doors, with a few modern touches.

• 3 bdrms, main with BIR, lounge which opens into the open plan stunning modern kitchen/dine.

• Rear sun room or 2nd living area, even the toilet is something special....with a water saving feature.

BALAKLAVA $60,000-$65,000 • • • •

1000m2 allotment Surround by recently built homes Power and water available to the front Choose a home and start building

BOWMANS - NEW

$269,000

• 44 acres with 3 bedroom timber frame home • Mains water, power & phone available to property • Great opportunity to renovate & start your own hobby farm • Great location

PORT WAKEFIELD

NEW PRICE $239,900 • • • •

4 brm brick home 1 hour from Adelaide Open plan kitchen/dine and separate lounge 20 acres ideal for the hobby farmer Ample shedding, good location

Phone: 8842 1154

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

8853 2088

MID NORTH

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

Health Comm. Lic. No. 12

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• Extensive paving out the back in the alfresco dining area.

• 3 bdrm home with BIR in the master. Renovated bathroom and open plan kitchen/dine & lounge.

• Landscaped yard with single garage, carport and rainwater.

• Property rented until Feb 2012 at $205pw

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‘Complete crash repair centre”

Computer data operator, Phoniex and Pam knowledge advantage.

Written submissions to:

PO Box 38,

Balaklava SA

Phone: 0428 859 634

Enquiries and applications to Simon Harley, telephone 08 8632 3366, 25 Worby Street, Pt Pirie 5540 or email: simon.harley@sa.gov.au

Situations Vacant

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Kimberly starts new era with Woods Panthers REPORT: By Peter Argent

Starting her netball as a six-year-old with Long Plains, Kimberly Walker has the attitude and the ability of a champion.

Her ambition has always been to play at the top level possible, and has forever wanted to improve on the game she loves.

Still just 22, Walker’s career has been on an upward spiral since her early years in the Adelaide Plains Netball Association. n Continued page 21

SENIOR premiers, back from left: Luke Walker, Dean West, Chris Mason, Robbie Amari, John Crosbie, Simon Dalgleish, Wilf Heslop, Jack Chapman, Alan Starr, front: John Mason, Heath Walker, Scott Edwards, Ben Starr and Ricky Thomas.

Double premiership for Dublin Cricket Club In front of the biggest crowd seen at a Lower Gilbert cricket grand final for years, Dublin took the 2011 senior cricket premiership – its second ever and first since 1990 – defeating Long Plains by 38 runs at Dublin Oval.

REPORT: Kym Jarman It was a special day for Dublin, with the blue caps juniors also taking this year’s title, defeating Mallala by 21 runs, also at home.

Although Dublin’s senior

side had been the benchmark for most of the season, their special day almost didn’t go to plan in the afternoon when batting first, the home side were in all sorts of strife at 3/20 and then 5/40. n Continued page 20

LOWER NORTH CRICKET TEAMS THROUGH TO GRAND FINAL – Les Pearson reports, page 20

Let the finals begin!

n John Glistak reports on Wooroora Men’s Bowling Association semi finals, page 18

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JUNIOR premiers, back from left: Jarrad Rattray-Mortimer, Travis Nixon, Jake Haley, Corey-Lee Chapman, J Dalgleish, Shyleigh Cullen, Adam Irrgang, front: Dylan Irrgang, Jordan Alsop, Ethan Pepe, Will Bedell (holding sheild), Bailey Alsop, Khobi Dalgleish.

Ring for a quote today on Phone: (08) 8847 4020 - Marrabel Rd Saddleworth SA Plains Producer, Thursday March 17, 2011