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Renee’s Aussie bowls triumph BALAKLVA bowler Renee McPharlin had a stellar tournament representing Australia at the recent Junior Trans Tasman series held in Adelaide, going through the event undefeated.

The Kiwis knocked off the Aussies in the under 18 category last year but McPharlin and her teammates reclaimed the title in emphatic, satisfying fashion.

“We lost it for the first time last year so it was good to get it back,” she said.

The 15-year-old said she was fighting inner demons leading into the

Les Pearson reports: tournament, questioning her preparation and training efforts.

“When the national anthem was playing, I was freaking out,” she said.

“But I wasn’t nervous at all once I was on the green.”

Only one of the four team members lost matches throughout the event, the under 18 team flying the flag for the Aussies, as the under 25s lost. n Continued Page 2

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Trish Byerlee, Tegan’s mum, who entered the Fisher-Price First Grader Fund competition on behalf of Tegan said, “My partner Dean and I couldn’t believe we had won the competition initially, but now it has sunk in, we are very excited.”

“Because Tegan is not yet two years old, the funds will be a huge benefit for her secondary school years or even university.”

Trish said the win had opened up a number of new educational pathways for their daughter.

“It allows us to consider avenues of schooling that we may not previously have been able to,” she said.

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we are now excited about where we can consider sending her in the future.

“It will make a huge difference to her future education.”

Trish entered the competition after she had bought Tegan a Fisher-Price Farm Set from her local Target store.

She saw the Fisher-Price First Grader Fund competition advertised on TV and used some money Tegan was given for Christmas to buy the farm set.

Fisher-Price spokesperson, Hannah Davis, said it was pleasing to further contribute to the educational development of Australia’s next generation.

“We’re thrilled for Trish and Tegan,” she said. “The First Grader Fund promotion was perfect because each of our toys is designed to encourage early learning through play.

“We want to help get little ones ready for school, and the First Grader Fund was an extension of this philosophy.”

GRAIN INQUIRY MOVES TO OUR REGION:

‘Consistency’ key to harvest CONSISTENCY in grain classification is the major issue growers have raised at public hearings for the inquiry into the handling of the 2010/2011 harvest by the Parliamentary Select Committee.

Four public hearings were held around the region over the past few days, backing on to recent meetings held in the Riverland and Mallee.

Select committee member, Adrian Pederick, said about 40 people attended the meeting at Wallaroo on Monday night, with about a dozen growers lodging submissions.

Meetings were also held in Crystal Brook and Clare yesterday.

He said major issues raised revolved around the inconsistencies in visual grain classification along with varied operating hours at different sites.

“Sometimes it is just the variation on visual assessment from one site to the next,” Mr Pederick said. “Some sites also had access to a falling numbers machine if requested, while others did not.”

Growers also aired concerns on receival site preparation ahead of harvest, with potholes and road conditions causing angst.

“There was certainly the request for more money be spent on the sites in getting ready for harvest,” Mr Pederick said.

Overall, he said farmers were rela-

tively subdued and co-operative at the meeting. “They were pretty calm, I think they just wanted to make sure they got the appropriate classification and were relieved to a degree there was some competition they could go to at times,” Mr Pederick said.

In many instances, grain rejected at Wallaroo was carted up the road to the Grainflow site at Maitland.

“If it meant getting rid of grain, that’s what they did,” Mr Pederick said.

“It’s interesting from what we’re hearing around the state, (of growers) doing ‘silo shopping’ where, for a range of reasons, they could be the same company sites, but getting classified differently– and I think this brings out the vagaries of the classification system and relying on the visual assessment.”

The select committee will not be visiting the region’s receival sites during this visit.

“We were concerned to see as many farmers as we could as they head into seeding but certainly we would like to visit some sites later,” Mr Pederick said.

“At the moment, it is a concentrated effort to get the farmers to have their say and do the inspections later on.

“We’re also keen to get to the port and perhaps watch a ship get loaded.”

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Renee’s Australian bowls triumph • From Page 1 “It was my first time playing for Australia, so it was a good debut,” Renee said.

With about 35 family members in the stands, Renee was also appreciative of the support.

“It was the first time a lot of them have seen me bowl, so that was also a good start,” she laughed.

She is part of a rather talented family, with older brother Ryan also a handy cricketer, footballer and golfer.

Future goals for Renee include cracking the senior team but she knows there is a number of years of work ahead of her before that dream can be realised.

“People ask me about going to the

Commonwealth Games but that’s still a few years off I reckon,” she said.

Renee has been bowling for the state under 18s in recent days, winning silver in the pairs category.

“It was good but it was also a bit disappointing as we were one shot away from winning the gold,” she said.

Switching from competing at international back to state level has its own little complications, however.

“After winning playing for Australia and seeing what people write about you on the internet, it does put a bit of pressure on you,” Renee said.

“Dad (Kym) did have a talk with me to help get me back to ground level.”

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NE NEWS v District Louise Michael reports: Local identity Louise Michael has joined the Plains Producer to write our “Take 5” column and report on local events. Today, Louise has a story of her own to tell, as she battles millions of millipedes at home.

How do you halt these creepy crawlies?

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ocusts, mice, moths, now millipedes.... what’s next?

Has anyone else been inundated with those pesky millipedes, or are they all at our place? Inside, outside, all over the roads – there are literally billions and trillions of millipedes around.

We have been forced to spray areas of our home on the family farm near Salter Springs.

And trying to putt the golf ball on hole number 6 at Balaklava golf club a few weeks ago was a challenge as the green was moving with those creepy black pests.

So, where are they coming from and why are we being mobbed?

According to my “investiGoogle” we don’t really know. This pest was accidentally brought to Australia years ago from Portugal.

Obviously someone didn’t notice the little coiled up black thing in their luggage.

Millipedes like moist conditions, and feed on leaf litter and non-living organic matter, so due to the recent wet weather and subsequent foliage growth, millipedes have been having a party.

And as the millipede doesn’t really have any natural predators (even my chooks won’t eat them – they prefer earwigs) I’m guessing that’s another reason they now are flourishing to near plague proportions.

So should we stomp on them?

We can, and do, but have you

n DILLON Michael shows just how many millipedes have been eradicated by his dad, Scott.

Millipedes

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noticed the pungent yellowish fluid that squishes out? (yes, how many of you have now just tried that?) The fluid is their defence mechanism, and that fluid stains clothes and can irritate your eyes, so it would be better to sweep them up instead.

Millipede mania is not only around Balaklava, with other towns reporting infestations. Port Wakefield postmaster, Rob Studham, said he had quite a few at his place, while Saddleworth resident Clare Wells has sprayed around her house to

stop the onslaught. Josie Thompson of Hoyleton says millipedes are everywhere and seem attracted to the light coloured stone house walls.

Spraying an insecticide around your house is one way of killing these pests, but any other insect that walks on the spray will also die.

Nematodes – a type of slender worm – are a natural way of controlling these pests.

Tania and John Matz, of Rhynie, are about to trial some nematodes to try to control their millipede

infestation. This is a biological control which won’t eradicate, but will heavily reduce, the number of millipedes.

But it’s a bit like a scene from a horror movie! Basically, the millipedes ingest the nematodes which breed and bore their way out through the gut wall, killing the millipede.

The nematodes reproduce in the dead millipede and then move back to the soil to start another infection cycle.

If you’re into biological warfare

Three tenders for Port Wakefield land TENDERS for the former Wakefield Regional Council works depot at Port Wakefield closed last Friday.

WRC chief executive officer, Phil Barry, revealed three parties had submitted offers on the land. “(There will be a) report going to the council meeting on April 27 on the tender

response including making a decision,” he said.

The tender deadline was extended by a month after a potential buyer requested the opportunity to carry out soil testing on the property but Mr Barry said no soil testing was done.

He added council had also received

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The lesee will be vacating by that date.

“My understanding is the company’s decision is based on business planning because of organisational operational changes statewide,” Mr Barry said.

on millipedes, you can phone Bug Central on 0419 801996.

Rest assured, the problem is worldwide. The Bavarian town of Obereichstaett has a plague every autumn and they have even tried building a wall around their town to keep the millipedes out.

While we won’t be building a wall, we’ll just keep plodding away at the eradication of these multilegged pests. n Now turn to Page 5 for Take 5, with Louise Michael.

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Mitolo has the Carisma and an award to prove it!

VIRGINIA-based potato producer, Mitolo Group, has collected the Innovative Marketing Award at the prestigious AUSVEG National Excellence Awards, held in Brisbane on Saturday.

The company produces Australia’s first and only certified low GI (glycemic index) potato, the Carisma, which became available on Coles supermarket shelves last year, representing the biggest development the potato industry had experienced in decades.

Since then, the Mitolo Group’s Carisma has been putting spuds back on the menu for thousands of healthconscious Australians across the country – one of many reasons why it has just been recognised with an award from the national vegetable and potato growers industry.

“Consumers have been telling us how great this spud is since the day it became available in Coles,” Mitolo Group director, Frank Mitolo said.

“It’s really pleasing to have this feedback reaffirmed by the industry.”

Naturally grown in Australia, Carisma has a Glycemic Index (GI) of 55, which is about 30 per cent lower than other potatoes.

Its low GI qualities were uncovered by the Sydney University GI Research Service and it is now the only potato to

‘Go to the country’

Mitolo Group managing director, Darren Mitolo, with the Innovative Marketing award presented at the AUSVEG National Excellence awards. BELOW: Carisma potatoes. tralians,” he said. “Introduction of Carisma is changing this and it is now an important icon for our industry, helping to remind people about the taste and versatility of the humble spud.

“What’s more, as far as we are aware, Carisma is the world’s first certified low GI potato – reinforcing Australia’s position as a global pioneer and leader be officially recognised to offering a healthy in horticulture.”

Carisma’s many benas low GI by the Glyce- and tasty solution for consumers, Mr Mitolo efits don’t stop there. mic Index Foundation. “ We k n o w t h a t believed Carisma was The potato requires a healthy, low GI diets recognised with the relatively short growing have a range of benefits,” award because of the period of 85 days, two to significant flow-on ben- three weeks less than the Mr Mitolo said.

“These include more efits it is generating for average variety, meaning sustainable weight loss, the potato industry more it needs less water and fertiliser. improvement in the man- broadly.

It also maintains its “For some time now, agement of diabetes and possibly even reducing potatoes have been off appearance after washthe risk of heart disease.” the menu for many ing and packing and has However, in addition health-conscious Aus- a good shelf-life.

REGIONAL towns and districts could be allocated individual State government ministers following a report by State MP for the southern electorate of Mawson, Leon Bignell.

Mr Bignell, (pictured) Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Transport Energy and Infrastructure, Pat Conlon, was in Balaklava on Monday on his way to Wallaroo for meetings as a member of the Parliamentary Inquiry into last season’s harvest.

Mr Bignell suggested the state’s 14 ministers would be randomly allocated to 14 regional towns and cities, with the Premier excluded from the visits to concentrate on chairing feedback at the end of the tours.

Mr Bignell said his proposal was born on the Eyre Highway as he drove from Port Augusta to Wudinna in late November, 2010.

“It was refined through discussions held later that day at Cleve Bowling Club, the following day with locals in Whyalla and through subsequent conversations I had with people in Port Lincoln, Kingscote, Balaklava, Port Pirie, the Riverland and Mount Gambier to name a few,” he said.

Mr Bignell met with Balaklava Area Committee chairman, Terry Williams, on Monday and earlier this year. They were joined on Monday

by Osctrot Carriers proprietor, Terry Corcoran.

“We discussed a variety of local issues,” Mr Williams said, “including harvest deliveries, growth of Bowmans Intermodal, local transport and issues with roads.”

Mr Bignell said he proposed to return in June for a site inspection at Bowmans Intermodal (see harvest inquiry report, page 2).

Mr Bignell’s plan is for each government minister to be paired with a town or city then they would become the duty minister for that region.

The towns and regions suggested to host a duty minister include Mount

Gambier, Naracoorte, Murray Bridge, Victor Harbor, Kingscote, Riverland, Mid North, Yorke Peninsula, Port Pirie, Port Augusta, Roxby Downs, Whyalla, Ceduna and Port Lincoln.

Wakefield Regional Council CEO, Phil Barry, who has met with Mr Bignell on several occasions during regional meetings, said the concept was “commendable and proactive.”

Duty Ministers would not be responsible to the parliament for their regions but they would be responsible to the people of the region and they would represent those people in discussions around the Cabinet table.

Mr Bignell believed in the first instance, ministers would have to spend six consecutive nights in their region.

He suggests ministers should drive themselves to their respective regions and spend at least three hours alongside a frontline government service provider, such as on duty with a police officer, behind the front desk at Service SA or travelling with Department of Environment and Heritage personnel. The local MP would get five visits.

Mr Bignell claimed in recent travels around the state, he found a general consensus regional areas in South Australia feel ‘disconnected’ from the State government.

“As I drove around the state in late 2010 meeting with mayors, council CEOs, Regional Development representatives and lots of locals, the frustration was evident,” he said.

“People didn’t think those who made the ultimate decisions, (ministers), had a very clear overall picture of what it is like to live, work and do business in regional SA. “Nor did they feel they had a good understanding of specific issues in each region and the effect decisions made in good faith in Adelaide had on people hundreds of kilometres away.”

Mr Bignell is hoping Cabinet will consider and possibly adopt some or all of the recommendations.

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Balaklava RETIRED librarian (and now gardener), Kevyna Gardner, recently attended Adelaide Town Hall to judge the prestigious Children’s Book Council of Australia awards.

Kevyna had to read 403 books before the judging, with only books published in Australia in 2010 being eligible.

Kevyna and the other judges from around Australia chose six books from each category to make the shortlist.

The final winner of each section will be announced on August 17 at the Adelaide Wine Centre. Kevyna didn’t have a favourite book (she loved them all!), but she said some appealing titles for younger readers were: Just a Dog, or Duck for a Day, whilst older readers would like Six Impossible Things, or The life of a Teenage Bodysnatcher.

There are also picture books available, and not just for kindy aged children! So if you or your children are looking for a good book to read in the holidays, pop into the Balaklava Community Library and borrow one!

Owen Mark your diaries now for a “Mock wedding” and dinner reception on Saturday, July 9, at Owen Hall.

Only 100 tickets will be available so make sure you don’t miss out!

Blyth A Blyth based Relay for Life team has been formed, and appropriately named ‘Cats for Life’.

The group’s first major fundraiser will kick off on October 1 with an AFL Grand Final breakfast. Contact Sue Pratt if you’re interested!

And Blyth Primary School had a great afternoon at their Family Fun Day on Sunday, April 10. Fun games provided plenty of laughs for competitors and spectators alike, with everyone enjoying a barbecue afterwards.

Riverton Riverton High School students have been travelling back in time.

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The students then travelled to Auburn and were involved in an archaelogical dig, which was dirty work but great fun. Not to be outdone, the Year 9 students travelled to Gibraltar Farm to try their luck at gold panning.

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Pt Wakefield The annual Easter garage sale will be held this Saturday from 9am at Port Wakefield Caravan Park. Lots of antiques, books, furniture and more will be for sale. Ph Jan on 8867 1151 for further info.

District news Volunteers Week will be celebrated from May 9-16. Volunteers from all walks of life will be acknowledged with morning teas and other celebrations around the district.

I’m sure the organision of these celebrations will be arranged by even more volunteers! Well done and thank you!

May is also the month to celebrate World Red Cross Day. Two Wells branch recently had a

The march-out was held at Blaney Barracks, Kapooka, NSW, and Nicholas was supported by proud grandparents Duncan and Maureen Bentley, of Clare, and parents Louise and Mick, plus younger siblings Chelsea, Joshua and Letitia, of Auburn.

Nick will be based at Puckapunyal with the Army Transport Corps.

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Australian Red Cross CEO, Robert Tickner, said the work of Red Cross volunteers was valued at more than $82 million a year. Funds raised assist people and communities affected by disasters and emergencies.

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Dublin Dublin History Group is conducting a school book launch on Sunday, May 15, at Dublin Institute from 2pm.

The last headmaster at the Dublin school, Mr Sam Vaughn, has agreed to launch the book titled ‘Memories of School’. Everyone is welcome to attend, with afternoon tea available by gold coin donation.

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More health changes with local ‘networks’ SOUTH Australia will have five Local Health Networks (LHNs) to manage public hospital and community health services from July 1.

The new structure will have three metropolitan networks: Northern, Central and Southern, along with two state-wide LHNs: one for country and one for Children, Youth and Women’s services.

The LHNs will manage the delivery of public hospital services and community based health services as determined by the State government.

The metropolitan and the state-wide Children, Youth and Women’s LHNs will be established as of July 1, while the country LHN will be established 12 months later.

“For Country Health SA (CHSA), the existing CHSA Board Health Advisory Council (HAC) will continue until its term expires in June 2012,” SA Health chief executive, David Swan, said.

“From July 1, 2011, the CHSA Board HAC will have an amended constitution and take on the same functions as the other

Local Health Network governing councils that are being established.”

Each LHN will have a chief executive officer (CEO) and a governing council with members ideally including at least one doctor, nurse and patient representative as well as people with experience of business and/or financial management and those with other relevant skills and knowledge.

The exact makeup of the country LHN is yet to be confirmed.

“A new governing council will be established from June 2012 and consideration will be given as to its membership over the next 12 months,” Mr Swan said.

Health Minister, John Hill, said the changes are likely to have minimal impact on the best part of SA Health employees and public patients.

“People will continue to receive care from public hospitals and community health services as usual and for the vast majority of clinicians and staff, there will be little or no change to the way they work,” he said.

Mr Hill said the new structure puts South

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Volunteer with us Clare and surrounding region We are expanding our team of wonderful volunteers who work with children and families.

If you would like to join us, comprehensive training will be provided and you will be supported by experienced staff. Volunteer training may count for a credit towards some TAFE subjects.

Information Session When: 10.00am - 12.00 noon, Friday 6 May Where: Child and Family Health Service Child Health Clinic 179 Main North Road, Clare For more details contact: Rae Plush, Regional Manager, Volunteer Services. T: (08) 8303 1583.

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Australia in line with the national process of reform, following recent COAG agreements on national health and hospital reform.

“These changes will both save money and strengthen the involvement of clinicians in the management of the health system,” he said.

“The dissolution of the Adelaide Health Service will result in savings of around $1.5 million and a further cut in the number of senior bureaucrats, but there will be no reduction in the number of front line staff providing health services.”

The exact number of senior jobs cut will be decided in coming months.

“The reduction in senior positions will be achieved by ongoing efficiency measures in our structures,” Mr Swan suggested.

“There will be a consultation process.”

Aside from financial benefits, the efficiency of service delivery should increase.

“The new LHN structure will strengthen service delivery as well as facilitate efficiency gains from the centralisation of non-clinical support services,” Mr Swan clarified.

DISTRICT POLICE NEWS

Put the finger on crime, call

CRIME STOPPERS 1800 333 000

Two girls cautioned BALAKLAVA • A 15-year-old girl from Balaklava and a 16-year-old Long Plains girl were reported for an alleged theft from Foodland, Balaklava. It is alleged the pair stole numerous toiletry items.

They were formally cautioned by police.

TWO WELLS

• A BURNT-out stolen Holden commodore was located at Port Gawler beach on Monday, April 11.

The vehicle, which had been valued at about $4000, was stolen from Paralowie the day before.

• A LEWISTON man was issued with an expiation notice for driving an unregistered and uninsured vehicle on Hayman road, Lewiston on Friday.

SNOWTOWN • A SNOWTOWN girl was reported for allegedly throwing a missile on Wednesday, April 13.

CLARE • On Thursday, April 14, an Armagh male was arrested for offensive language after allegedly yelling profanities at an off duty police officer at Clare Primary School. He will be summoned to appear at Clare Magistrates Court at a later date.

Help with the disease you might not know you have Sandra White has decided to tackle the unawareness of coeliac in the local district.

Sandra, of Clare, has planned some sessions for informal discussions and support for community members who are affected by coeliac disease.

Coeliac sufferer Anne Mader said about one in 100 people suffered from coeliac disease.

It often took many years before a correct diagnosis was made because symptoms were many and varied. “ In many cases there are symptoms which sufferers explain away as just being tired.

Often there are few obvious symptoms,” she said.

Some sufferers have extreme reactions if they unwittingly eat something which

contains a small amount of gluten. In Ms Mader’s case, it took 57 years to be diagnosed.

“It explained so many of the things I’d put up with all my life,” she said.

“Coeliac is a genetic disease and in my family my son has also been diagnosed as a sufferer.”

Coeliac disease is becoming more recognised and often people who have recently been diagnosed find it challenging to adjust to the life-long diet which is required to maintain optimum health.

“This is the stage where people often appreciate contact with someone who has lived with the dietary changes for a longer period of time.”

Sandra held a display in

WATCH for Sandra’s display when she comes to you area.

Clare last month to increase awareness of the disease and also support available.

She is also considering a display in Jamestown later in the year to heighten awareness, as well as to assist in supporting others in the Mid North to

meet coeliacs in their own area and possibly set up their own support groups or networks.

To contact Sandra, email jk.smmwhite@bigpond.com or phone 0427 447 027 or 8842 2067. Contact the Coeliac Society, phone 8336 1476.

Federal MP weighs in to marine parks debate THE State Labor government’s marine park sanctuary zones have come under national scrutiny, with Queensland Nationals senator, Ron Boswell, weighing in on the contentious issue.

Mr Boswell promised the Federal Labor government “the mother of all campaigns” in every coastal seat in Australia over the its looming plans for massive marine reserves.

Recent articles suggest the Federal government has set aside $20 million to compensate professional fishermen for fishing bans in the vast South-West Bioregion, stretching from the Fleurieu Peninsula to north of Perth in Western Australia.

Mr Boswell said in a press release the compensation figure was not even close to the potential impact of the reserves.

“The people who are telling them $20 million will be adequate are the people who advised the previous government a handful of millions would compensate for fishing bans associated with the rezoning of the Great

Barrier Reef marine Park in 2004,” he said.

“That bill reached more than $220 million.”

Senator Boswell said professional and recreational fishermen needed to contradict a claim in the Federal government’s outline of the south-west constraints that reaction from fishing interests to the plans would be ‘muted’.

“I personally give an iron-clad guarantee the response will not be muted,” he said.

“This fight will be carried into every (federal) coastal seat in the country with a determination and a vigour that will unseat any Labor member within cooee of the coast, and deny Labor any chance of winning many more.”

He suggested the marine park initiative is a move to keep the Greens onside.

“The Labor government in South Australia is already engaging in complementary zoning, ahead of the federal announcement, in ways that suggests what’s coming will play to the Greens,” Mr Boswell said.

At state level, Shadow Environment and Conservation Minister, Michelle Lensink, claimed the lack of information and understanding in communities about marine parks and their impacts was deplorable.

“Public meetings held right across the State have exposed South Australians’ anger at Labor’s marine parks program,” Ms Lensink said.

“Labor has shown a complete failure to consult with South Australians and is placing undue pressure on communities across the state as they grapple to understand the consequences of marine parks.

“Statistics show the community’s understanding of even the term “marine parks” has been in decline since 2006 but Labor has done nothing to rectify this.”

• An information day will be held at Edithburgh on Sunday, at the town hall from 1pm.

A similar event will be held at Marion Bay this Saturday, at the community hall, also from 1pm.

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NEWS v District

Get involved on ANZAC day Local services

Snowtown Area School held an Anzac Day Service last Thursday, April 14.

Members of the RSL attended, along with residents of Lumeah Homes, kindergarten children and students of the area school. Jacob Biddell read a poem “Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels” and Kayla Henderson played the clarinet for the national anthem.

PICTURED above are Amber Warner and Scott Hombsch, laying a wreath at the lone pine in the school grounds.

Easier licence, rego payments Local communities can now access an expanded range of government services in Clare.

Clare’s Service SA Rural Service Agent opened on Monday.

It will provide a greater number of popular registration and licensing services.

Minister for Government Enterprises and Regional Development, Gail Gago, said the new Clare Service Agent would enable members of the local community to order replacement number plates or special plates and replace or renew their drivers’ licences and learners’ permits.

“This is in addition to services already available such as vehicle registration renewals and learner driver theory tests,” Ms Gago said.

“The Clare community has sought this improved accessibility to registration and licensing transactions and the State government has

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responded to this and has chosen Clare to be the pilot site for its new Service Agent program.”

Ms Gago said the transformation of the Clare Rural Agent into a Service Agent would ensure the community was able to access many more commonly used registration and licensing services not previously available.

For more information about the services and locations of Service SA Rural Agents and the new Clare Service Agent, call Service SA on 13 23 24 or visit www.sa.gov.au.

Clementina’s birthday

Clementina Corner Craft Cottage will celebrate its first birthday on Monday, May 2.

Volunteers are welcome to go along to help mark the occasion with a Devonshire tea at the cottage,

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which will be open between 10am and 4pm. Present volunteers thanked all those who have supported them over the past 12 months.

‘Wall paper’ on show

THE exhibition Works on Paper is now open at Kapunda Community Gallery. While all works are on paper support, the subject and the medium are open.

Works include prints and photographs as well as watercolour, pencil, charcoal, acrylic and oil.

Artists represented are from the Mid North, Clare Valley, Barossa, Gawler and Adelaide.

It is an interesting and diverse exhibition, closing on May 15.

Kapunda Community Gallery is located above the library on the corner of main and Hill Streets, Kapunda, and is open daily from 10am to 4pm.

Admission is free.

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ANZAC day services will be held in local towns next Monday, April 25.

Federal Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion, has encouraged people within his electorate to get involved to remember the service and sacrifice of Australia’s servicemen and women.

“Around the nation and in Wakefield it is important all Australians take time on Anzac Day to pause and remember the more than 102,000 Australians who have lost their lives in wars and conflicts since the nineteenth century.

“We honour those who have served, and continue to serve our country and in their honour we must always remember their sacrifice, for without it we may well not be able to so enjoy the freedoms and rights we have today,” Mr Champion said.

Community awareness of Anzac Day and the preservation of Australia’s wartime and service heritage was more important than ever.

“In the lead up to the 100th anniversary of the First World War and the Centenary of Anzac it is a challenge to encourage those who follow in the footsteps of the Anzacs to be aware of the significance of this day and what it represents,” he said.

Auburn RSL members will assemble at the RSL club rooms at 6am then march to the Memorial Gates at Centenary Park where the service will be conducted by Peter Lane, Uniting church community minister and Vietnam veteran.

Everyone is then invited to return to the RSL to enjoy a sausage sizzle cooked by the CFS, and the traditional tot of rum with tea/coffee.

Balaklava Dawn service at the Triangle from

6.30am. Breakfast will be offered afterwards at the RSL clubrooms.

Blyth A service at 9.30am will be held at Blyth war memorial, followed by morning tea at Padnaindi Park.

Hamley Bridge Dawn service at 6.15am will be held at the Institute. Breakfast will be served after the service.

Port Wakefield Community members are invited to assemble at 5.45am at the Memorial Arch, for a 6am service. Hot drinks and toast will be available in the Eagles Sports and Community Centre. Gold coin donation appreciated.

Tarlee Service at Tarlee war memorial at 9.30am, followed by tea, coffee, Anzac biscuits. All Welcome.

Two Wells Service starts at 6.30am – a little later than previously held.

The service will be conducted by president, Tony Flaherty, and after this a “gunfire breakfast” will be held at the sub-branch. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Mallala Dawn service at the war memorial from 6.15am.

Port Parham Dawn service will be conducted at the Sports and Social Club from 6.10am.

Riverton A march from 6.15am from Masters street to the RSL. Snowtown held an ANZAC service last Thursday at the Area School and again at the war memorial last Saturday. Brinkworth held a service at the RSL clubrooms last Sunday.

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Saddleworth speeds up Fast fixed broadband services have arrived in Saddleworth with an upgrade to Telstra’s fixed broadband network.

Telstra Country Wide area general manager for South Australia north and west, John Tonkin, said he was excited about the network upgrade.

“For the first time, families and businesses in Saddleworth will get access to fixed broadband, providing new opportunities for health, education, productivity improvements and entertainment,” he said.

“ADSL is a high-speed broadband internet service which enables you to use your phone or fax line while you’re on the internet.”

Mr Tonkin said Telstra was investing in local communities across the country to bring faster speeds and improved technology wherever possible.

“Telstra’s networks are supported by a proven roadmap of innovation and investment. We have been able to develop this roadmap thanks to the close working relationships we have with our local communities.”

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The Way

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YEARS AGO April 2006

• Owen’s Gloria Wandel was presented with the Singles Champion of Champions shield, at the Region 8 Lower North Women’s championships, held at Auburn Bowling Club.

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• Balaklava horsewoman, Annette Warendorf, scored a role as a stunt-double on the popular McLeod’s Daughters, shot near Gawler.

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We had a mouse plague last year, and it seems they have come back to torment us all again.

The following idea was published in a book about 70 years ago: Water Trap for Mice - the accompanying sketch shows how easy it is to construct.

Requirements are a kerosene tin, a few cotton reels (or cocoa tins with lids on), a piece of stout fencing wire, a section of board 2” or 3” wide and sufficiently long to provide a runway for mice leading from ground to top of trap, a small piece of thin wire and

YEARS AGO April 1991

• Rev. Richard Wallace, Uniting Church minister from Riverton, was the first chaplain to be appointed at Riverton High School.

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• Apr 24: Bling It On exhibition continues at Balaklava Courthouse Gallery.

• May 3: Balaklava Ladies Golf luncheon.

• May 6: Blyth paper drive.

• May 7: Balaklava, Owen, Mallala, Port Wakefield paper drive.

• May 11: Long Plains Red Cross morning tea.

• May 20: Lions Biggest Morning Tea. • May 21: Balaklava Golf Club 100 Club.

• May 22: Balaklava Museum new pavillion opening.

• May 28: Points of View - Country Arts SA event.

• Jul 9: Owen Mock Wedding and dinner.

• Oct 9: Lions Auction.

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pet travels either in a carrier or a separate and secure area of the vehicle. · Pets tend to prefer routine so on the day of departure, time your activities so your pet can rest in the car at its normal sleeping time.

Cats are often more nervous about car rides than dogs but a cat will be more likely to curl up for a sleep if it is in a carrier that it is familiar with.

Experts suggest that familiarising a cat with car travel when it is young, in the same way as you would a dog, is likely to result in a cat that

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is happy to travel in a vehicle. · When you arrive at your holiday destination you will need to keep both dogs and cats secure for the first few days.

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ably for the duration of your holiday. · Take your pet’s familiar bedding and toys as well as everything you will need for the perfect pet-holiday: bowls, usual food, kitty litter or dog poo bags, leashes, towels, special treats, and basic first aid for your pet. · Remember that National Parks do not allow pets (even when kept in the car) so observe the rules if visiting a National Park.

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MONTHLY CHURCH TIMES April 17 – Palm Sunday A.O.G./A.C.C. Balaklava.................. 10.00am anglican Balaklava.................... 9.00am Hamley Bridge..........11.00am CATHOLIC CHURCH Balaklava......... Liturgy 9.00am Pt Wakefield.... Liturgy 9.00am CHURCH OF CHRIST Balaklava.................. 10.00am

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LUTHERAN Balaklava......................7.30pm UNITING Two Wells..................10.30am Owen Comm...............7.30pm Hamley Bridge............ 9.15am Tarlee........ 7.30pm at Kapunda or Auburn Anglican

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

April 22 - Good Friday A.O.G./A.C.C. Balaklava..................... 9.00am

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

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

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

catholic church Balaklava..................... 3.00pm

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

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

April 20 - Wednesday UNITING Windsor ..................... 7.30pm April 21 - Maundy Thursday Catholic church Hamley Bridge............ 7.00pm

LUTHERAN Auburn........................9.00am Balaklava.................... 11.00am UNITING Mallala.........................9.00am Two Wells................No service Owen Comm.............10.00am Hamley Bridge............ 8.15am Windsor ........ Comb. HB/Owen Balaklava....................... 9.30am Comb. COC at UCA Pt Wakefield.................9.30am Nantawarra, Lochiel.11.00am at Barunga Gap Tarlee........ 8.30am at Kapunda or Saddleworth UCA

April 23 - Easter Saturday catholic church Hamley Bridge........... 7.00pm April 24 - Easter Sunday A.O.G./A.C.C. Balaklava.................. 10.00am anglican Balaklava.................... 9.00am Goyder.....................11.00am CATHOLIC CHURCH Mallala....................... 8.30am Pt Wakefield............... 9.00am Balaklava.................. 10.30am CHURCH OF CHRIST Balaklava.................. 10.00am Community church Pinery........................ 6.40am LIGHTHOUSE Balaklava.................. 10.00am LUTHERAN Balaklava.....................7.00am Auburn...................... 9.00am UNITING Mallala....................... 9.00am Two Wells.................10.30am Owen Comm............. 9.30am Hamley Bridge......... 11.00am Windsor ..................... 9.00am Balaklava......................9.30am 6.30am dawn service, Balak oval Pt Wakefield.... 7.30am at pool

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TRAINING run for (from left) Demi Leech, Hannah, Kimberley and Sharon Hoepner, Jack, Abbie and Macy Tiller.

JOIN OUR TEAM IN THE ‘MILE FOR MUM’ WALK:

No holding them back The Ovasholdaboldaholdas are at it again. The crew who pulled together $18,000 for the Cancer Council in 2009, in the biennial fundraiser, Relay for Life, are warming up to do it all again.

Once again, locals are being urged to get behind the team, as they seek a cure for one of the district’s biggest killers.

And what better way to kick off the fundraising than with a special tribute to Mum this Mother’s Day. Mile for Mum is a chance for everyone, young and old, to go that extra mile to find a cure for cancer.

The event, to be held on Sunday, May 8, will include a charity walk, followed by a barbecue breakfast – a great way to get out of cooking for Mum!

Whether you’re pushing a pram, a wheel chair or driving a gopher, the familyfriendly event will be a great way to start the day, while supporting a great cause.

For those who want to look the part (and add to the money-raising tally), Mile for Mum t-shirts are available to pre-order, when you register your name at Balaklava Fresh Foods, the Shearing Shed or Balaklava Newsagency.

A $10 entry fee covers the walk and breakfast, and with generous donations from local businesses covering costs, all money will be added to the Ovasholdaboldaholda’s tally, and passed on to the Cancer Council.

Families can participate for $30.

Team leader, Sharon Hoepner, has been

fighting “the big C” for eight years, and says being involved in Relay for Life, has become a major focus for her.

“This community is serious about finding a cure for cancer,” she said.

“The way businesses and individuals supported the group during the last Relay for Life was incredible.”

In 2009, Ovasholdaboldaholdas were awarded the trophy for most money raised, after nine months of fundrasing, which culminated in an around the clock “relay for life”.

While $18,000 would be difficult to top, Sharon and the team are generating a few different ideas this year, with the focus on putting the “fun” back in fundraising.

NEW ROLE LIKELY FOR DUBLIN INSTITUTE:

History in the making Bronte Hewett reports:

Dublin History Group has received support from the community regarding its expression of interest to lease Dublin Institute from District Council of Mallala.

Group president, Pat Thompson, said they would like to use the building to display collections, including historical documents, maps and photographs.

“The institute is a beautiful old stone historic building not really being used by the residents any longer,” Mrs Thompson said.

Currently, items are stored at a history member’s house and mounted during significant events such as SA History Week and anniversary dates for Dublin.

“This situation is not good, as the collection needs to be easily publicly accessed by residents and tourists.”

The History Group, which was formed in 1997, has attempted to finance the erection of a specially designed facility for 10 years, to no avail.

“We have unsuccessfully applied three times for grants to finance a facility to publicly display all that has been collected concerning the history of the Hundred of Dublin over the past

TAX PLANNING STRATEGIES FOR PRIMARY PRODUCERS For many of our primary producer clients this year’s harvest has been a good one financially. Yields have been relatively good, quality down a little due to last minute conditions, but prices are fairly satisfactory. For many, the overall result is that revenues and profits look like being the best they have been for six or seven years.

Even the Tax Commissioner gets excited when primary producers have good years, but there are strategies that can legitimately reduce otherwise hefty tax bills.

Tax effective strategies for primary producers to consider include: • Farm Management Deposits (FMD) FMD’s allow primary producers to effectively shift income from good years to bad years by claiming a tax deduction for deposits made into qualifying investments. Tax is payable when FMDs are withdrawn in later years.

• Superannuation Contributions In 2010/11, a tax deduction of up to $25,000 a year (for people under 50 years of age) or $50,000 for those aged 50 or more, can potentially be claimed by self-employed people for contributions into their superannuation fund. When a tax deduction is claimed by the contributor, the super fund is required to deduct 15% tax and pay that to the tax office.

For example, if an eligible person contributes $20,000 into superannuation, they will be entitled to claim $20,000 as a tax deduction in their tax return, but the super fund will be required to remit $3,000 to the tax office (ie 15% of $20,000).

• Purchasing Plant and Equipment Most taxpayers in business can claim an immediate tax deduction for plant and equipment costing less than $1,000 (GST exclusive). Where plant costing $1,000 or more is purchased, most taxpayers can claim 15% of the cost as a deduction in the year the asset is purchased. For example, if a primary producer purchases an item of plant costing $100,000 in June 2011, they will generally be able to claim a tax deduction of $15,000 in their 2010/11 tax return.

• Prepaying Expenses Most primary producers are eligible to claim a tax deduction for expenses when they actually pay for the expense.

Prepaying expenses before the end of June (and deferring income where possible) effectively allows the shifting of profits to later years.

Everyone’s circumstances are different, and the tax laws impose strict “terms and conditions” which must be satisfied before primary producers can utilise the above strategies, but as an indicative guide of how much tax could be saved by forward planning, consider the following example: • A primary producer with taxable income of $120,000 in 2010/11 will pay tax of $34,150 (including medicare levy, but not taking into account averaging offsets).

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If that same primary producer was able to claim a deduction for $25,000 paid into an FMD, $25,000 paid into their superannuation fund, $25,000 was used to purchase plant (depreciation deduction would be $3,750 being 15% of $25,000), and expenses of $25,000 were brought forward into the current financial year, taxable income would be reduced from $120,000 down to $41,250. Personal income tax of $5,494 (excluding averaging offsets) and tax of $3,750 inside the super fund would be payable, making a total effective tax bill of $9,244.

• That’s a tax saving of almost $25,000!

We stress that not all of these strategies are necessarily appropriate for a person’s specific circumstances, but we encourage every primary producer to consider their circumstances and formulate a tax planning strategy well before 30th June. It could save you $$$ thousands!

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DUBLIN History Group president, Pat Thompson, with DCM mayor, Marcus Stradwicke, CEO Charles Mansueto and Federal Wakefield MP, Nick Champion, when the new ramp was installed at the instutute last year.

14 years,” Mrs Thompson said.

Mrs Thompson said the building, opened in 1884, had rarely been hired by community members in the past few years, but was used during State and Federal elections when required.

But she said it should not be an issue.

“The committee feels this historic practice can continue without disturbing the displays,” she said.

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A total of 37 letters were received in support of the lease, including from Wakefield Member, Nick Champion and Member for Goyder, Steven Griffiths.

“I give my full support,” Mr Griffiths said.

“The Dublin History Group has worked miraculously towards the preservation and documentation of the history of Dublin and the Adelaide Plains for many years,” he said.

Mr Champion said the group’s endeavour to lease the institute should be commended.

“I believe the Dublin History Group is a valuable organisation in the community and deserves favourable consideration of their application,” he said.

Council staff are in the process of finalising a draft lease agreement for council’s consideration at the May 16 and May 23 meetings.

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Safety tips for holiday motoring If you are going away for a family holiday these school holidays, remember to plan ahead to make sure your trip is safe and enjoyable.

Department for Transport, Energy and Infrastructure (DTEI) Director, Road Safety, Martin Small, said school holidays were a popular time for families to get away, but remember to stay safe if taking the car.

“I would encourage all motorists to travel in the safest vehicle available to them and ensure it’s in a roadworthy condition,” he said.

“Where feasible, the vehicle you drive should have the highest ANCAP safety rating possible and have fitted the latest in life saving safety features”.

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children, make sure those under the age of seven years are seated in the mandatory, size-appropriate restraints.”

“A child who is properly secured in an approved child restraint is less likely to be injured or killed in a car crash than one who is not.”

RAA Head of Technical and Automotive, Mark Borlace, said planning ahead was very important when travelling by car, as there are a few things you can do to make sure you are safe and prepared.

“Give your car a thorough once over, check its fuel, oil and water and if necessary book it in for a mechanical service to make sure it’s completely safe for you and your family,” he said.

“Before heading out, make sure your

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The findings also showed almost half (45.5per cent) of parents found themselves to be nervous or apprehensive when beginning lessons, with less than 20 per cent either happy or excited about getting behind the wheel with their child.

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As the single largest national learner driver safety program undertaken in Australia, keys2drive offers a unique and valuable experience for parents and their learner children by having them attend a free driving lesson

together, under the guidance of a keys2drive accredited driving instructor.

Ben Haythorpe, program manager of keys2drive, said the findings reinforced the need for parents to really prepare for their role as a supervisor driver to ensure young drivers develop good habits right from the start.

“Although parents may be good drivers themselves, being able to teach a learner driver is quite a different thing,” Ben said.

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tyres, including the spare, have proper inflation pressure and there is plenty of tread for safe travel.”

“And if you are towing a caravan or trailer, pay special attention to the condition of the tyres as those only used once or twice a year can become brittle and prone to blowouts or punctures.”

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More power, torque in Ready Ford’s new LPG system To Go Next step in environmental product offensive Ford Australia’s nextgeneration EcoLPi liquid injection LPG system for Falcon will go on sale by the middle of this year, providing customers with the most advanced LPG technology on the market.

The new EcoLPi in-line six-cylinder engine is a state-ofthe-art, liquid phase injection, dedicated LPG powerplant that delivers impressive fuel efficiency and reduced CO2 emissions, as well as no compromise engine performance compared to Falcon’s existing petrol I6 engine.

The new EcoLPi powertrain will be available on both Falcon sedan and Falcon Ute, with both model line-ups featuring distinctive “EcoLPi” badging.

The sedan EcoLPi line-up includes Falcon XT, G6, G6E and XR6 variants, while EcoLPi on Falcon Ute extends to XL, R6 and XR6 variants, in both Cab Chassis and Styleside Box body configurations.

EcoLPi produces 27per cent more power and 10per cent more torque than previous E-Gas LPG system, while at the same time reducing fuel consumption by 12-15 per cenrt.

More than 100,000 LPGpowered Falcon vehicles have been produced since a dedicated LPG system was first introduced in mid-2000, cementing Ford’s position as one of the leading alternative fuel vehicle suppliers in Australia.

With the introduction of the next-generation EcoLPi system, Ford will continue to be the only manufacturer to offer dedicated LPG technology to the Australian market.

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RECORDS continue to tumble in the wake of South Australia’s bumper grain harvest, as grain exports from the state’s ports in the first quarter topped 2.26 million tonnes.

These figures come on top of the record shipping program, which has exported 3.8 million tonnes from October 2010 to March this year.

Viterra executive manager, Dean McQueen, believes the market in South Australia is highly competitive in comparison to recent years.

“Of the 3.8 million tonnes of grain shipped since October, 2.6 million tonnes was owned by grain marketers other than Viterra,” he said.

“This year, 12 companies have

Winning recipe for another top race day

THERE were punters aplenty at Balaklava race course last Wednesday for the annual war veterans’ race day. Once again, local support of the event was extremely helpful, with many

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• Pictured (from left) are Jenny Baum, Maureen Nelson, Annette Barker, Dorothy Hoepner, Carlene Oliver and Joyce Fisher.

A raffle was also drawn on the day, with Mary Dux of Gilles Plains winning a trip for two to the AFL grand final. Runners-up were John Claridge, of Vale Park and Grant Crawford, of Clare.

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Scattered showers will persist over Kangaroo Island and the Lower South East during the morning. Conditions will be cool to mild throughout the State with moderate to fresh southwest to southeasterly winds easing during the day. On Saturday, Isolated showers will quickly clear from the southern coasts as a high pressure system moves over Adelaide. It will be a cool start to the day with fog patches and possible light frosts inland, then a fine and cool to mild afternoon. Light winds turning northerly in the west later.

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The outlook for Sunday, Monday and Tuesday is for a high to develop over the Bight and drift east resulting in fine conditions throughout the State.

CENTRAL DISTRICT FORECAST Wednesday: Patchy light rain easing to isolated showers during the early morning, then clearing by evening. Warm to mild with light winds ahead of a moderate southwest change.

Thursday: Morning fog patches clearing during the morning. Isolated showers developing in the afternoon. Cool to mild with moderate northwest to southwesterly winds.

Friday: Isolated showers, scattered in the morning over Kangaroo Island. Cool to mild with moderate southwest to southeasterly winds.

GULF WATERS FORECAST Wednesday: Winds: Variable 5 to 10 knots turning southwest to southerly 10 to 15 knots during the late morning and afternoon. Seas: Below 0.5 metre, rising to 0.5 to 1 metre. Swell: Southwesterly 0.5 to 1 metre on southern Spencer Gulf increasing to 1 to 2 metres.

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exported wheat from South Australian ports.

“Just three years ago, there was only one single-desk exporter of bulk wheat.”

Mr McQueen anticipated more records to fall over coming months.

“We expect shipments to be very strong over the next few months, given the amount of grain in storage, the favourable commodity pricing environment and production issues in other grain growing regions of the world,” he said.

“Our current initiative to recruit 200 permanent regional employees will further underpin our operations to execute the shipping program and prepare for next harvest.”

Workshop targets foliar crop diseases A two-day workshop for farm advisers on the practical management of cereal foliar disease will be held in Clare in July.

Developed with support from growers and the Australian Government through the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC), the workshop on July 28 and 29 is also being hosted by Syngenta Crop Protection.

To be held at Clare Country Club, the workshop is designed for experienced advisers to update and benchmark their skills base on managing cereal foliar diseases with their peers and industry experts.

It will cover the integration of genetics and varietal selection, seasonal conditions and epidemiology with the use of at-sowing and foliar fungicides for the economic management of foliar diseases in wheat and barley.

This workshop will be facilitated by John Cameron (Independent Consultants Australia Network) and delivered by consultant Nick Poole (Foundation of Arable Research New Zealand) and cereal pathologists Hugh Wallwork and Rohan Kimber (both from the SA Research and Development Institute) and Davinder Singh from the National Cereal Rust Program.

GRDC is supporting a national series of workshops on cereal foliar disease management specifically targeted to the needs of professional grains advisers More information is available from Independent Consultants Australia Network (ICAN) on 02 9482 4930 or email erica@icanrural.com.au.

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Mister Football

From a forward pocket with Watchman, it’s a Life Membership honour to John Spillane ORMER Watchman footballer and farmer John Spillane was announced as one of five inaugural inductees in the South Australian Community Football Board Life Membership award.

The award was established to acknowledge individuals who have rendered outstanding service to community football.

The four other inaugural inductees include Port Pirie legend, the late Harold Madigan, Kowree Naracoorte Tatiara stalwart, the late Max Williams, Mr Spillane’s personal friend, Justice Kevin Duggan, and Eyre Peninsula based associate Don McSweeny.

All five share a lifetime of commitment to regional football development.

Along with the inaugural inductees, two life members will also be inducted for 2011, including long-serving administrator with the Southern Football League and regional director for the Onkaparinga zone, Chris Leahy, and stalwart secretary of the Great Southern Football League, Kevin Curran.

Mr Spillane played a significant role in community football in the ‘80s and ‘90s, serving as an SA Football Commissioner from 1991 to 1996, 10 years as Affiliated Leagues Director from 1984 and Central Zone Regional Director from 1980 to 1997.

He said his service to country football was richly rewarded with wonderful experiences.

“It has taken me to states such as Western Australia, Queensland, Victoria and Tasmania with my involvement with the country state side,” Mr Spillane said.

“I feel quite humbled by this award.”

His football career started in the forward pocket for Watchman as a 14-year-old.

It is a career that went on to yield 243 senior games with the Wolves.

Mr Spillane served as president and secretary of Watchman Football Club before it merged with Auburn.

He then took over the presidency of Balaklava Football Club and spent three years as the head of Adelaide Plains Football League.

Outside of football, Mr Spillane was a community leader as well, holding the position of chairman of Balaklava and District Council for eight years.

How a grower managed to run his farm while still being active in all these community and sporting administrative roles comes down to an extremely supportive family.

“This was a wonderful step forward because it unearthed quite a few country players to play for AFL clubs right across Australia,” he said.

F O O T B A LL Amongst his administrative roles, Mr Spillane also spent many years goal umpiring, which included officiating in about 10 grand finals.

“You get so much advice either end of the ground when you’re goal umpiring, the players know everything and the spectators know more,” he laughed.

“I had one player say to me ‘there’s something wrong with your eyesight’, I said ‘no, there’s nothing wrong with my eyesight, there’s someIf you look thing wrong with your where Russell kicking’.”

Ebert, Barrie “Also, I really did enjoy meeting a lot of Robran, the the umpires, they didn’t Neil Kerleys have a lot of friends after of this world the game but I enjoyed coming up and having came from, a chat and a laugh with just to name them.” a few, they Every Sunday, Mr all came from Spillane peruses the country footy results in small country the newspaper to see if clubs. any familiar names pop out.

His passion for country footy has not wilted with his retirement.

JOHN “I am very concerned Spillane with the game, still now,” he said. at home in “I love to see football flourish Goolwa with in the country because I say to peograndson, ple, I am saddened by the reduced Callum. number of country clubs that are participating than there were about 25 years ago.

“It’s just not quite the same, football played, the picturesque during the stirring period.

“I was very fortunate to deal it’s not played in the little places Barossa Valley remains one of his favourite spots to watch a game of with the people, some of whom like Hallett and Booborowie and local footy, particularly at Nuri- have passed on, that I did,” he said. places like that. If you look where “I got to lunch with some of the Russell Ebert, Barrie Robran, ootpa and Tanunda in the late ‘80s. the Neil Kerleys of this world “They, at that stage, had a very great coaches of the era.

“My wife and I attended a spe- came from, just to name a few, high standard with quite a lot of league players playing there,” Mr cial function and Kevin Sheedy sat they all came from small country at our table. That man is magic, clubs.”

Spillane said.

Mr Spillane said the new crop In 1990, he was elected as an he has a vision, he knows what he independent commissioner for the wants, he’s not big-headed, he just of players would eventually be involved in the same unique South Australian Football Commis- does it superbly.”

Mr Spillane believed it was no circle of life he found himself sion. It was an exciting time in the state, with the Adelaide Crows and coincidence the AFL appointed him in.

“All the really top administraPort Adelaide Power establishing coach of the new Greater Western tors are very conscientious people themselves in the AFL throughout Sydney franchise.

“He is the person who can go who are devoted to the develophis tenure on the commission.

“All through that time, it was out and sell the club to the people ment of youngsters to become wonderful players and eventually, just a marvellous journey to see the in that part of Sydney.”

As the inaugural chairman wonderful administrators also,” great change that came over football in SA when both those teams of the Australian Country Footy he said.

He will receive his life memberCouncil, Mr Spillane was also part were started,” Mr Spillane said.

All the big names in football of the introduction of the bien- ship at a special function to be held were involved one way or another, nial Australian Country Football at AAMI Stadium on Saturday, October 8.

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IN earlier days, John Spillane with another football stalwart and APFL secretary, the late Jim McKee, of Balaklava.

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Mr Spillane was particularly thankful for the assistance of wife Elaine, who was the daughter of Nantawarra’s Ken and Vera Young.

“I was very fortunate because my wife Elaine, she helped on the farm very well,” Mr Spillane said.

“With four children, there was a heavy workload and I did attend quite a lot of football functions around the state.”

Among his many meetings, he remembers leaving at 6am and journeying all the way to Wudinna, on Eyre Peninsula, for a special presentation.

Football meetings held at Karoonda in the Mallee and Robe in the south east were also highlights.

“It’s just been a wonderful journey,” Mr Spillane said.

“It has given me a tremendous appreciation of what volunteers do in country sport.”

Of all the locations he has seen

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NEWS v District Nothing like Rhynie for that taste of excellence GREAT weather and good company gave everyone the chance to sample ‘A Taste of Good Things’ at Rhynie – an afternoon of wine, food and music.

In its fourth year, the event attracted a record crowd with more than 300 people attending throughout the afternoon.

Guests were treated to some fantastic local food and wine, as well as catchy tunes from Atlantic Street Band, The Fishbowl Boys (who recently performed at the Fringe Festival and Bundaleer), and Old Dogs New Tricks.

Organisers, John and Tania Matz, said the event was a great success. They also where able to raise money by gold coin donations for the CFS Volunteers Foundation, helping those affected by the nation’s natural disasters “We’ve had great comments from people in regard to the style of music, the venue and the professionalism of the event,” Tania said.

“We’ve built the event up since we began four years ago...we hope next year is even bigger!”

ABOVE: Royal Hotel Social Club, back from left: Gary Simon (who celebrated his birthday on the day), Steve Cruise, Peter and Derek Friedrichs, Carly Gregor, Debbie Binka.

Front: Christine Simon, Sue Friedrichs, Alan Northcott, Karen Pfeiffer and Pauline Hill.

LEFT: Organiser Tania Matz pours Ian Michael and John Koch a nice drop of white.

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READY for obedience school (from left) Steve Nield with Ruby-Rose, Cherie Cleary with Bob, Abby and Jack, Jillian Nield with Daisy and Pollyanna, and Anne Reid with Ruby.

n SURVEY SHOWS WE LOVE THE DOG’S LIFE ...

How much do you pamper your pooch?

Some dogs receive more love than others on the Adelaide Plains, according to a recent survey.

Results of the nation-wide PawClub survey of 80,000 people showed 73 per cent of dog owners allegedly spend more time with their dog than with their loved ones.

It also reveals 76 per cent of people spend more money on their dog than on their partners.

In the Balaklava district, 100 per cent of respondents said they spent more money on their dogs and regularly visited the vet.

Sixty per cent also said they signed Christmas cards from their pet. Dogs get more attention from Balaklava residents, with 80 per cent spending more time with their dog than with their loved ones.

But dog owners weren’t so friendly with their pets in Port Wakefield, with 100 per cent of respondents saying they spent more time with their partner than

Bronte Hewett reports: with their dog or other family members.

And they also distributed their money more evenly, with 50 per cent spending more money on their dogs and 50 per cent spending more of their partner.

One hundred per cent also said they spent the same amount of time on their own appearance as they did on their dog grooming.

A majority of Mallala residents also liked their dog’s company, with 67 per cent spending more time with their dogs and 33 per cent spending more time with their partners.

A majority of Two Wells dog owners said their dog went to the grooming parlour more often than they got their hair cut.

Dogs were also included on 56 per cent of Two Wells residents’ greeting cards, while 88 per cent

of people spent more money on their dog than their partner.

Nationally, 79 per cent of respondents use treatments to prevent fleas, and 78 per cent said they took their dog to the vet for a checkup at least once a year.

According to the PawClub survey, Australian women’s time is also being compromised by our four legged friends, with 77 percent of female owners claiming they devoted more hours to their dog than their partner and family combined.

The survey also looked into how Australians manage preventative care, which includes the prevention of heartworm, ticks and fleas in their dog.

Despite some gaps in heartworm knowledge, SA dog owners were comparable with other states in giving heartworm treatment, with 49 percent giving their dog the once-a-year heartworm injection.

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Ultimately, well trained dogs make for being better friends with humans and cause less trouble around the neighbourhood. The dog obedience instructors have been sponsored by local vet Brenton Clark, who is keen to see the classes continue.

Dog obedience classes will be on Monday nights at 6-30pm and will last for about one hour .

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Bulldogs end great season Bulldogs Basketball Club wrapped up a successful season on April 3, with trophy presentations at the Balaklava Sports Centre. This season saw Bulldogs with 13 teams in the local competition, 11 of which made it to the semi-finals, four to the grand final and three winning premierships – Senior Girls, Junior Girls and Junior Boys.

Trophy winners: Junior Girls Best & Fairest: Natasha Greenshields, runner-up: Tayla Williams. Coach’s trophy: Casey Lawrie.

Junior Boys Redlegs B&F: Tyler Moulds, RU: Nathan Studham.

Coach’s trophy: William Dixon.

Junior Boys Bulldogs B&F: Samuel Carslake, RU: Joshua Studham. Coach’s trophy: Riley Chapman.

Senior Girls B&F: Ashleigh

Williams, RU: Caitlyn Moulds.

Most improved player: Adriana Deer.

U16 Boys Bulldogs B&F: Joshua Appleby, RU: Brandon Taylor. Coach’s trophy: Jordan Alsop.

U16 Boys Redlegs B&F: Christopher Veitch, RU: Bradey Krieg. Coach’s trophy: Quinn Mackay.

U18 Boys B&F: Jesse Zilm, RU: Tyler Williams.

B Women Cats B&F: Courtney Stone, RU: Stacey Mugge.

B Women Eagles B&F: Kellie Harrison, RU: Ashleigh Williams.

B Women Redlegs B&F: Rebecca Dixon, RU: Katie Marshall.

A Women B&F: Tegan Nottle, RU: Jessica Angel.

B Men B&F: Richard Goldney, RU: Dallas Hill.

A Men B&F: Dallas Hill,

RU: Michael Olsen.

Thank you to Balaklava Pizza & Pasta and Balaklava Free Choice for their donations and catering for the evening.

Thanks to our trophy donors for this season: 4Farmers Balaklava, Goldney Welding, Foodland Balaklava, A & D Mudge, N & L Veitch, G & J Hosking, Lynne Pycroft, D & C Cmrlec, R & S Hoepner, Kirsty Williams, R & J Taylor, Sharon Moulds, K & T Angel and P & J Price.

Also a big thank you to committee members, coaches and parental support!

The next AGM will be in July, ready for the 2011/2012 season, we look forward to seeing you back on the basketball court at the end of the year.

Good luck to everyone for the winter sports competitions.

TROPHY winners, back from left: Jesse Zilm, Brandon Taylor, Christopher Veitch, Richard Goldney, Kellie Harrison, Katie Marshall, Jess Angel, Stacey Mugge. Middle: Samuel Carslake, Adriana Deer, Caitlyn Moulds, Ashleigh Williams, Casey Lawrie, Natasha Greenshields, Tayla Williams, Tegan Nottle. Front: Joshua Studham, Tyler Moulds, Nathan Studham and Will Dixon.

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ADELAIDE Plains Under 12 boys, back from left: coach Greg Gaze, Will Dixon, Samuel Michael, Brodie Nesbitt, Josh Gaze, Libby Tiller.

Front: Jacob Baker, Jake Tiller, Jack Heaslip and Ayden Lawless.

Under 12 boys play hard at Country Championships THE Under 12 Adelaide Plains basketball team performed well in the Country Championships Carnival, held March 26-27 in Adelaide.

Coached by Greg Gaze, the boys had a fantastic win first up against Murray Bridge, 25-14, at the Port Adelaide Recreation Centre.

Samuel Michael continued great play under the ring with effortless layups. Ayden Lawless and Jake Tiller backed up under the ring for the rebounds and fast breaks.

Millicent was their second round opponents, defeating Adelaide Plains 28-17. On-court play was remarkably better, and although this game didn’t produce a win, coach Greg was impressed with the boys’ playing style.

Brodie Nesbitt and Josh Gaze consistently provided great court coverage with excellent defending.

It was straight into round three with only a one hour break between matches. Adelaide Plains came home

with another victory over Keith and District, 29-21. Jacob Baker and Jack Heaslip defended hard. Will Dixon’s determination saw his skills shine at both ends of the court.

Sunday morning took the lads to semi finals at Immanuel College. The team was down to six players, with Samuel Michael and William Dixon playing in cricket finals. The boys put up a brave fight, but lost 6-27 to Keith and District.

The final match saw Millicent up against Keith and District, with the latter winning the competition.

The boys played hard all weekend and put in an outstanding effort.

Thank you to all parents who have continued to support basketball development. A special mention to Tyson Lamond, who had continued to train with the team but was unable to make it on the weekend due to tennis and cricket finals.

– Libby Tiller, team manager

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n PECKERS Grady Hudd and Paul McLean try to hold back Bomber Ben Farrugia in the reserves game at Hamley Bridge, while Bomber Ben Heinze looks to get in on the action. n RIGHT: Pecker Simon Nankivell takes a great grab in front of Balaklava’s goal in reserves.

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Magpies blow Eagles away A Grade

After a titanic struggle in the first half, Mallala came out and blew the Eagles away with a 12 goal to four second half. The Eagles had established themselves as the APFL pacesetters, but the return of several key players for Mallala meant the fans were set for what looked on paper to be a close contest.

HWE started with Shaun Light at centre half forward, leaving Simon Schutz to battle the ruck contests with Jacob Walsh.

Mallala drew first blood when a late tackle and subsequent penalty presented Brad Griffiths with a goal. Brad was back in the action soon after when his kick landed in the goal square. The ‘leg break’ bounce of the ball eluded everyone and Mallala had their second. The ‘Pies were hot early, but the HWE defence kept the damage to the two Brad Griffiths goals.

The Eagles suffered a setback when Tom Rowe went off with a knee injury, then moments later Jeff Cowan went off with a hamstring strain.

In a see-sawing first quarter, HWE increased their intensity. It was a tight, hard contest. The 15-point Mallala lead was handy, but when Dylan Cicolella bagged the Eagles’ first, the scoreboard accurately reflected the closeness of the contest. Jacob Walsh had a top term in ruck and Joel Montgomerie proved a handful for the Eagles, as did Christian Rimmer. Eagles Shane Braham and Dylan Cicolella were kept busy. Tim Forrest, Lee Belperio and Samuel Baker all had solid contributions.

The Eagles kept pouring on the pressure in the second term. They threw everything at Mallala – the ‘Pies were being put to the test. Simon Schutz gave the Eagles their due rewards when he got their second goal. Near 50m out, Matthew Higgs put another one through for the Eagles. Mallala were being challenged and they responded with a goal from Brian Montgomery.

The umpires asked Dallas Hill to have a 10 minute spell on the sidelines, then the Eagles lifted with a major to Shane McGuiness.

It was goal for goal. Daniel Feeley got his first for the game and Mallala went to the half time break with a three point lead.

An absorbing contest. Joel Montgomerie was in top form. James Wildbore was Mr Reliable of the Mallala defence, Christian Rimmer continuing on, and Liam Whitwell with a heap of possessions.

Lee Belperio at half back got his hands on the ball. Shaun Light was another Eagle to have an influence, ably assisted

by Tim Forrest, Joshua Schutz and the dangerous Joel Wilson.

Kicking with the aid of a slight breeze, Mallala went straight into attack. Brian Montgomery nabbed his third goal, then

LEFT: Magpie Trent Graham helps out teammate Joseph Hooper as Eagle Will Angel gets a good tackle grip.

BELOW: Eagles Tait Nottle and Samuel Kotsano trap Magpie Mark Jenkin in a tackle in the junior colts match.

Mallala 17-12 (114) d HWE 9-2 (56)

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By Lindsay Nesbitt his fourth was shepherded through by Joel Montgomerie. A Nathan Hornhardt goal was top shelf. Three goals in five minutes and the Eagles were stunned.

But Mallala weren’t done with yet. Brent Harris kicked to Brian Montgomery for another. Mallala saw plenty of the ball.

Walsh and occasionally Brent Harris did well in Mallala’s ruck against arguably one of the best in the APFL. David Oswald pulled one back for the Eagles, but Mallala replied. Brad Griffiths kept it in the family with his pass to Daniel Griffiths, then a goal to Brent Harris and Mallala had rounded out the third term, eight goals to one.

The match had virtually been ended in one brilliant quarter from the home side.

David Pontt rubbed salt into the Eagles’ wounds with the first goal of the last term. The Eagles are renowned as a team that will never lie down, and when they got a couple back courtesy of Matthew Higgs and Dallas Hill, it looked like they still had a remote chance.

Brent Harris took a hot mark and goaled. The game had now been decided.

Harris was in the action again with a pass to Daniel Feeley.

Just when it looked like the Eagles had run out of steam, Brad Higgs lobbed one through. The Eagles’ accuracy at goal gave their score a touch more respectability. But fittingly, it was the best forward on the ground, Brian Montgomery, that kicked his sixth, and the final goal to secure a well deserved victory for Mallala to the tune of 58 points.

Lee Belperio was the pick of the Eagles with good efforts from Tim Forrest, Shaun Light and Matthew Higgs.

Mallala had plenty of quality players but were best served by Joel Montgomerie, Christian Rimmer, James Wildbore, Liam Whitwell and Brian Montgomery.

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Still smarting from their first-up defeat, Mallala hit back to destroy an undermanned Hummocks-Watchman side by 130 points. The scene was set in the first quarter and continued unabated to the game’s end.

Right from the word go, Mallala played in front, applying pressure, and with winners on all lines. Mallala’s 50 per cent conversion rate in the first half spared the Eagles to a small extent.

With Mallala winning in ruck, Reece Kerr and Rhys Argent sent the ball into

attack. Ben Work had too much class and skill, Ben Edwards was as a busy beaver and Jon Clarke was great up forward with support from Matthew Birchmore and Derek Tiller. Let’s not forget the big left footer, Matt Saunders.

The first quarter provided a portent of what was to come. Eagle Josh Mahoney got a few touches and Daniel Wright was the visitors’ best in a side that looked to be in for a long day. Derek Tiller kicked two goals for Mallala, followed by singles from Matthew Birchmore, Jamie Speck and Jon Clarke.

The second term was a mirror reflection of the first, with Mallala adding another five goals to lead by 68 points at the half way mark.

Matt Saunders goaled after having the luxury of a few bounces around the eastern boundary. It was a top kick, no doubt helped by a lack of pressure from the Eagles. The ball was almost constantly in the Mallala forward lines. Pick of the Eagles was Ben Manners at full back, taking some well judged marks and being largely responsible for the margin not blowing out even further.

Mallala was well served by Jesse Crewdson with some good marks, Jon Clarke with another two goals, Matt Saunders, Rhys Argent, James Barr and Laurence Gosling.

The third quarter was much the same, another five goal term by Mallala. Jamie Speck scored his second goal, unselfishly shepherded through by Jon Clarke. The Eagles belatedly got on the board with a point. It was to be their only score for the match.

In the final quarter, Peter McMillan took a clever one handed mark for the Eagles, Tyler Williams, suiting up for his second match of the day, also took a couple of good grabs. A good smother

by Josh Kelly, and that was it for the Eagle highlights.

Mallala ran the game right out. Chase Bethune took three final term goals along with six pointers from Matthew Birchmore, Matt Saunders and Laurence Gosling.

Ben Work put in a good effort. Daniel Chadwick had a day out in the ruck, and again, Reece Kerr, Rhys Argent, Laurence Gosling and James Barr were crucial for the ‘Pies.

Young Magpies run away with 20-goal victory Senior Colts

Mallala started well, picking up many possessions and keeping the ball in their forward area.

Jake Birchmore for Mallala was a focal point up forward.

Jacob Olson tried his best to halt Mallala’s progress.

The Magpies’ only problem was in converting, as they seemed to be rushing with their shots.

After some great runs from defence firstly by Zack Hallion, and then Ben Martin, Mallala started to finish with goals.

Eagle Christopher Veitch scored a goal, and Benjamin Nicholls, Bradey Krieg and Tyler and Dylan Williams were coming into the game for the Eagles.

The second term was much like the first and with wayward kicking Mallala went into the break with a handy lead, albeit could have been more if not for kicking 11 points.

The last half of the game saw Mallala improving on their set shots and creating a big winning score.

Best for Mallala was Jake Birchmore, who finished the game with six goals.

Ben Martin, Troy Algar and Allen Sparks also starred for the young Magpies.

For the Eagles, Tyler Williams tried hard all four quarters, and teammates Jacob Olson, Jesse Zilm and Christopher Veitch all had their moments.

Final score: Mallala 23.17, Hummocks 3.1

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By Rick Graham

Junior Colts

The first few minutes of the game were scrappy, with both teams trying to win the ball. Excellent tackling by Ben O’Leary resulted in Adam Coe kicking the first goal of the game for Mallala. With Angus Clothier and Brad Wilson stopping any forward movement towards the Eagles’ end, Mallala continued to attack and kicked truly to open up a good margin at quarter time. It could have been more if it weren’t for the efforts from Eagles Jordan Alsop and Quinn McKay. The Eagles keeping the ball in their forward fifty in the second, however they couldn’t trouble the scoreboard.

Wilson for Mallala ran the ball from the backlines and resulted in a Riley Thorne goal. A couple of lads with bright futures.

Brandon Taylor, Dylan Irrgang, and William Angel battled hard for the Eagles.

The second half saw Mallala continue to score goals, while the Eagles struggled to apply forward pressure. Tait Nottle, Joshua Strudham, Bailey Alsop, Anthony Deer and Jake Wallis tried hard to halt Mallala’s momentum.

In the end, the Magpies were too good, and will go into the Easter break with confidence. Better players for Mallala were Josh Watson, Jamie Good, Adam Coe, Kyle Hummell and Brad Wilson.

Final score: Mallala 12.8, Hummocks 0.3

ABOVE: Magpie Lewis Helps swoops in to grab the ball, while Eagle Jordan Alsop looks to swoop in on Helps. RIGHT: Josh Page, Mallala taps the ball out during a ruck contest in the senior colts, as Eagle Tyler Williams awaits the outcome.

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after round 3 games A GRADE Team P W L D B FF F A % Pts Balaklava 3 2 1 0 0 0 385 201 65.70 4 HW Eagles 3 2 1 0 0 0 211 245 46.27 4 United 2 1 1 0 1 0 155 107 59.16 2 Mallala 2 1 1 0 1 0 181 143 55.86 2 Virginia 2 1 1 0 1 0 138 140 49.64 2 Two Wells 2 1 1 0 1 0 124 149 45.42 2 Hamley 2 0 2 0 1 0 102 311 24.70 0 SENIOR COLTS Team P W L D B FF F A % Pts Balaklava 3 3 0 0 0 0 410 92 81.67 6 Virginia 2 2 0 0 1 0 170 97 63.67 4 Two Wells 2 1 1 0 1 0 217 69 75.87 2 Mallala 2 1 1 0 1 0 214 83 72.05 2 Hamley 2 1 1 0 1 0 102 188 35.17 2 HW Eagles 3 0 3 0 0 0 76 452 14.39 0 United 2 0 2 0 1 0 38 246 13.38 0 RESERVES Team P W L D B FF F A % Pts Balaklava 3 3 0 0 0 0 293 76 79.40 6 Virginia 2 2 0 0 1 0 209 52 80.08 4 Mallala 2 1 1 0 1 0 186 82 69.40 2 Two Wells 2 1 1 0 1 0 167 88 65.49 2 United 2 1 1 0 1 0 68 179 27.53 2 Hamley 2 0 2 0 1 0 86 169 33.73 0 HW Eagles 3 0 3 0 0 0 9 372 2.36 0 JUNIOR COLTS Team P W L D B FF F A % Pts Mallala 2 2 0 0 1 0 147 22 86.98 4 Two Wells 2 2 0 0 1 0 82 16 83.67 4 Balaklava 3 2 1 0 0 0 129 70 64.82 4 Hamley 2 1 1 0 1 0 87 91 48.88 2 HW Eagles 3 1 2 0 0 0 63 117 35.00 2 Virginia 2 0 2 0 1 0 23 119 16.20 0 United 2 0 2 0 1 0 11 107 9.32 0

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WELL, what a big week on the plains this weekend gone.

Earlier in the week, I heard about a trial game Virginia was going to play against Solomontown.

Knowing this league back to front like I do, I knew you couldn’t have a trial game once the season has started.

Ask Two Wells, as they were denied a trial game by the APFL last year when they had the opening round bye.

Come later in the week I heard the Rams had changed their story.

They were having a family fun day and “inviting” the Solomontown Football Club to come along.

I thought “beauty”, so I packed the kids up in the car and went down to Virginia expecting to see jumping castles and pony rides, but a game of footy erupted instead, so I left with the kids bawling their eyes out as I’d told them what a great ‘family fun day’ we were going to be having.

Considering the APFL fined United and Two Wells $1000 each last year for alleged supporter misbehaviour, something the clubs had virtually no control over, I wonder what the penalty for Virginia, who had full control, will be?

But, I know the APFL is in a very compromised position, given the two major sponsors of the league happen to be from Virginia.

What should happen would be a $1000 fine at the minimum but I also know the powers that be in the league are all huff and no puff when it comes to Virginian matters and as usual, they will get off scott-free.

I left the Virginia trial and headed

THE BANDWAGON With Rick Shaw

up the Old Port Wakefield road to Two Wells, where I thought I would settle in for an afternoon of football.

After having a steak sanga under the veranda, cooked by the great man Gossy himself, I looked up at the scoreboard of the B grade and it was a one-sided affair and not very interesting.

So, Rick Shaw did something he doesn’t normally do and went to the netball.

I was absolutely gob-smacked by what I saw.

Watching the A1 grade, I kept thinking to myself “something just isn’t quite right here”.

Then I realised what it was.

The Long Plains girls only had six players on the court for the last three quarters of the game. Apparently a couple went down injured early in the game and with a huge administration oversight of not naming any extras on the bench, the girls had no choice but to go without their wing defence.

Credit to the girls though for pushing on and only losing by seven in the end.

Now, back onto the footy and what a cracker of a game I saw between the Roosters and the Tigers.

And, what a huge shirtfront I witnessed in the last quarter with Ryan

McDonald poleaxing Heath Pym, like ‘Boo’ Eddy used to clean up players in the late 90s.

Pym’s toughness showed though, with him going back on the ground and kicking what seemed like a match winning goal until Leigh Allmond kicked the winner with about two seconds on the clock, which sent the Tiger players packing, and quite possibly the Darwin boy packing for good.

My sources tell me the crowd at the Mallala-Hummocks game watched a fight in the first half, only to witness a footy game break out in the second half and Mallala eventually take the points in a canter.

The Peckers crossed the Bridge at Hamley and had a training drill.

Dawson kicked 12 in what is the most goals kicked in this league since big Matty Oliver was on the prowl.

I think the unluckiest bloke on the ground would be ‘Jibba’ Brice who managed to kick eight sausage rolls and not get in the best players, although, at the end of the day, you still get your name in the Producer by kicking eight!

Hit me up on facebook or if you wanna send me an email with any goss, send it to thebandwagon@live.com.au .

Brett Burgess asked me on facebook what my footy credentials were.

Well, I don’t wanna give myself away so I will tell you what I don’t do, and that is go off like a scud missile every time I kick a goal, even with my team 20 goals down.

Enjoy the Easter break, as will I, and I will be back bigger than ever in two weeks.

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Cats purring after win against Tigers

after round 3 games A GRADE Pos Name 1 Glenn DAWSON - Balaklava 2 Brian MONTGOMERY - Mallala 3 Jonathon BRICE - Balaklava 4 Lee ALLMOND - Two Wells 5 Shane McGUINESS - HW Eagles 6 Brett BURGESS - Hamley 7 Stuart Lamond - Balaklava 8 Hayden WALKER - Balaklava 9 Brendon Niklaus - Virginia 10 Dylan CICOLELLA - HW Eagles RESERVES Pos Name 1 Terry LIOULIOS - Virginia 2 Kerry MICHAELANNY - Balaklava 3 Derek TILLER - Mallala 4 Tyler MILLER - Hamley 5 Paul McLEAN - Balaklava 6 Matthew SINCOCK - Two Wells 7 Jon CLARKE - Mallala 8 Dylan RUIZ - Balaklava 9 Daniel HOOPER - Two Wells 10 Adam PRATT - United 11 Grady Hudd - Balaklava SENIOR COLTS Pos Name 1 Michael CLIFFORD - Balaklava 2 Luke WILLIAMS - Balaklava 3 Marco LAZENKA - Virginia 4 Harrison VEITCH - Balaklava 5 Timothy SHEPHERD - Balaklava 6 Anton POGAS - Virginia 7 Devaughn BROMELY - Two Wells 8 Jake CHARNSTROM - Mallala 9 Jake BIRCHMORE - Mallala 10 Luke GODFREY - Two Wells 11 Jordan WILSON - Balaklava JUNIOR COLTS Pos Name 1 Kyle HUMMELL - Mallala 2 Jacob BUTTERFIELD - Balaklava 3 Brandon TAYLOR - HW Eagles 4 Kyle GINIOTIS - Two Wells 5 Charlie ARBON - Balaklava 6 Dylan COLLINGS - Hamley 7 Brad WILSON - Mallala 8 Benjamin O’LEARY - Mallala 9 Sam ROSENZWEIG - Hamley 10 Adam COE - Mallala

Week Year 12 22 6 11 8 10 4 7 1 7 5 7 2 6 4 6 0 5 1 5 Week Year 0 9 1 8 4 7 3 7 5 7 6 6 5 5 5 5 5 5 0 4 1 4 Week Year 9 15 3 7 0 7 3 7 2 7 0 7 3 6 3 6 6 6 5 6 3 6 Week Year 4 6 6 6 0 4 2 4 2 4 1 3 0 3 3 3 0 3 2 3

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NEW RSMU captain, Zac Hier, was a strong force in the midfield on Saturday.

Playing for the Broughton Cup, to celebrate this former local league, Blyth-Snowtown crushed the BSR Tigers.

The 2010 premiers were relentless, especially after half time, only conceding 17 points for the entire game, and winning by a massive 105 point margin.

Ryan Darling, considered by many as the best player in country football was superb, winning close to 40 touches and five goals, while the McCormack brothers, Nick and Simon, weren’t far behind on the possession count.

Best on ground in last year’s season decider, Glen Hayes was equally impressive, while Jarrod Gillings was a good target in attack, finishing with five goals.

“Our back line was equally as good, with Kyle Griffin, Adam Conradi and Gareth Ottens all having big games,” Cats coach Brett Ireland said.

“We controlled the game after the first 10 minutes.”

Six time Central District premiership player Jason Mackenzie was easily BSR’s best.

Across at Riverton Oval, the Hawks showed plenty of intensity around the ball, beating last year’s grand finalists Mintaro-Manoora by a significant 43-point margin.

Amazingly accurate, RSMU had kicked 15 straight goals to three quarter time, including seven in the important

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third term. New captain Zack Hier was sensational in a midfield role, while the returning Dylan Busch kicked five goals in attack.

Ryan McDermid was the Eagles best, followed by four-goal key forward Ben Kerslake.

In the battle of the two Clare sides, Michael Liebelt was the star of the contest with an eight goal haul for the Demons in the two-goal win. Youngster Mitchell Reynolds was productive around the ball for the winners, as was leaders Daniel Kuhndt and Andrew Vandeleur.

Tyson Pawley kicked five to be the Roosters best, while big man Nick Prokopec finished with four.

Daniel Schell claimed a win in his first game as a (playing) coach, kicking four goals personally in a 17-wpoint win over an improved Southern Saints combination.

In the match played at Eudunda Oval, Peter Mann, after having LARS surgery on his knee last year, was the Rams’ best. He was closely followed by Schell, then locals Tim Crick and Casey Cooper.

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A Grade

Mallala HW Eagles

2.3 5.4 13.7 17.12 (114) 1.1 5.1 6.1 9.2 (56)

Balaklava Hamley Bridge

6.3 14.9 22.14 35.15 (225) 3.4 5.4 8.6 10.8 (68)

Goals: Mallala - B.Montgomery 6, B.Griffiths 3, B.Harris 2, D.Feeley 2, N.Hornhardt 2, D.Griffiths 1, D.Pontt 1 HW Eagles - M.Higgs 2, S.McGuiness 1, D.Hill 1, S.Schutz 1, D.Cicolella 1, B.Higgs 1, D.Oswald 1, J.Schutz 1 Best: Mallala - C.Rimmer, J.Montgomerie, J.Wildbore, L.Whitwell, N.Hornhardt, J.Walsh HW Eagles - L.Belperio, T.Forrest, S.Light, M.Higgs, S.Baker, J.Schutz Goals: Balaklava - G.Dawson 12, J.Brice 8, H.Walker 4, T.McPharlin 3, B.Catford 2, S.Lamond 2, J.Michael 1, J.Cmrlec 1, L.Michael 1, S.Rowland 1 Hamley - B.Burgess 5, J.Moody 1, J.Eastwood 1, L.Slok 1, A.Christmann 1, A.Rademacher 1 Best: Balaklava - S.Rowland, B.Catford, G.Dawson, J.Walker, L.Michael, D.Friedrichs Hamley A.Pepe, J.Moody, J.Eastwood, B.Burgess, J.Schahinger, B.Selth

Two Wells United

2.4 1.2

5.6 4.6

9.11 7.11

10.13 9.15

(73) (69)

Goals: Two Wells - L.Allmond 4, T.Brown-Pichugin 3, B.Spiteri 2, G.Muscara 1 United - J.McArdle 3, H.Pym 2, P.Burgoyne 2, J.Rundle 1, A.Mills 1 Best: Two Wells - L.Allmond, N.Seccafien, K.Leighton, B.Fitzgerald, R.McDonald, M.Grech United - D.Gillies, A.Mills, A.Fleming, H.Pym, M.Pym

Mallala HW Eagles

Reserves

5.4 10.8 15.10 21.14 (140) 0.0 0.0 0.1 0.1 (1)

Goals: Mallala - J.Clarke 5, D.Tiller 4, J.Speck 3, C.Bethune 3, M.Birchmore 2, M.Saunders 2, L.Gosling 1, J.Crewsdon 1 HW Eagles - Best: Mallala - R.Kerr, R.Argent, L.Gosling, J.Barr, D.Chadwick, J.Clarke HW Eagles - B.Manners, J.Kelly, P.McMillan, D.Wright, S.Allen, T.Williams

Balaklava Hamley Bridge

5.2 11.3 13.13 16.19 (115) 1.1 2.2 4.3 5.4 (34)

Two Wells United

3.5 1.2

Goals: Balaklava - P.McLean 5, D.Ruiz 5, V.Taylor 3, R.Lamond 1, K.Michaelanny 1, G.Hudd 1 Hamley - T.Miller 3, D.Millar 1, S.Wedding 1 Best: Balaklava - V.Taylor, D.Ruiz, P.McLean, R.Lamond, P.Georg, S.Henderson Hamley - M.Koch, M.Gregory, D.Millar, W.Mattschoss, S.Wedding, L.Smith

8.8 1.6

14.11 19.13 (127) 1.7 1.8 (14)

Goals: Two Wells - M.Sincock 6, D.Hooper 5, M.Abdilla 2, A.Sincock 2, S.Lioulios 1, D.Jones 1, S.Goode 1, J.Brown-Pichugin 1 United - T.Daniel 1 Best: Two Wells - M.Sincock, D.Hooper, J.Williams, D.Lamont, D.Jones, J.Brown-Pichugin United - A.Sharman, M.McIntyre, M.Dickie, J.Mason, M.Sammons, J.East

Mallala HW Eagles

Senior Colts

3.7 7.11 15.14 23.17 (155) 1.0 1.1 2.1 3.1 (19)

Goals: Mallala - J.Birchmore 6, D.Franks 3, T.Algar 3, J.Charnstrom 3, Z.Hallion 2, B.Martin 2, L.Helps 2, A.Ghataura 1, A.Sparks 1 HW Eagles - B.Taylor 2, C.Temby 1 Best: Mallala - J.Birchmore, B.Martin, T.Algar, A.Sparks, J.Page, L.Helps HW Eagles - T.Williams, B.Krieg, C.Temby, J.Alsop, D.Williams

Balaklava Hamley Bridge

7.2 10.9 18.13 23.14 (152) 1.2 1.2 1.3 3.3 (21)

Two Wells United

6.11 11.13 18.19 24.21 (165) 0.0 0.0 0.1 0.2 (2)

Goals: Balaklava - M.Clifford 9, L.Williams 3, J.Wilson 3, H.Veitch 3, T.Shepherd 2, J.Taylor 2, C.Ruiz 1 Hamley - J.Wedding 1, M.Scott 1, K.Hewitt 1 Best: Balaklava - M.Clifford, J.Speissegger, L.Williams, R.McDonald, C.Ruiz, C.Michael Hamley - A.Power, R.Darwin, S.Collings, T.Darwin, A.Poulton, J.Wedding

Goals: Two Wells - L.Godfrey 5, H.Ramsay 5, A.Mallett 3, D.Bromely 3, A.Heron 3, L.Barfield 2, T.Markou 1, B.Calvett 1, L.Goss 1 United - No goals kicked Best: Two Wells - A.Heron, H.Ramsay, N.Seccafien, T.Markou, B.Daly, A.Pounendis United - D.Bigg, N.Curnow, C.McIntyre

Mallala HW Eagles

Junior Colts

4.3 7.4 11.6 12.8 (80) 0.0 0.1 0.1 0.3 (3)

Goals: Mallala - K.Hummell 4, B.O’Leary 3, A.Coe 2, L.Oleary 1, R.Thorne 1, J.Dunstan 1 HW Eagles - No Goals Kicked Best: Mallala - J.Watson, A.Coe, B.O’Leary, K.Hummell, B.Wilson, J.Dunstan HW Eagles - T.Nottle, B.Taylor, N.Studham, J.Studham, J.Alsop, T.Moulds

Balaklava Hamley Bridge

3.2 7.2 10.3 12.8 (80) 0.1 2.3 3.4 4.4 (28)

Two Wells United

4.4 0.0

Goals: Balaklava - J.Butterfield 6, C.Arbon 2, J.Harkness 1, T.Lamond 1, J.Wehr 1, T.Michael 1 Hamley - T.Williams-Aston 1, B.Easlea 1, D.Collings 1, L.Raether 1 Best: Balaklava - J.Harkness, J.Michael, C.Arbon, J.Wehr, J.Butterfield, L.Speissegger Hamley - J.Wedding, D.Collings, S.Rosenzweig, T.Williams-Aston, K.Rosenzweig, B.Easlea

7.6 0.0

7.6 0.0

7.6 0.0

(48) (0)

Goals: Two Wells - H.Gameau 2, K.Giniotis 2, L.Billington 1, D.Kotsano 1, R.Denis 1 United - N/A Best: Two Wells - H.Gameau, T.Mills, K.Giniotis, J.Pellizzari, J.Grantham, L.Billington United - N/A

NEFL Results from Saturday - Round 1 N/Clare S/Clare

A Grade

1.3 8.4 12.4 14.6 (90) 3.3 6.7 11.8 15.12 (102)

Goals: N/Clare - T.Pawley 5, N.Prokopec 4, J.Pritchard 3, G.Jaeschke 2. S/Clare - M.Leibelt 8, B.Seymon 3, M.Stopp, G.Colbert, M.Reynolds, A.Heinrich Best: N/Clare - T.Pawley, D.Ellis, M.Ward, M.Cox, T.Densley, B.Pudney S/Clare - M.Leibelt, M.Reynolds, D.Kuhndt, A.Vandeleur

Eudunda/Rtown 2.1 6.3 8.7 11.8 (74) BBH 2.2 4.6 10.9 13.13 (91)

Goals: Eudunda/Rtown - C.Ah Chee 3, S.Geister 2, M.Sajewicz 2, R.Prior 2, J.Pfitzner, D.Reese BBH - D.Schell 4, J.Schuppan 2, J.Lynch, M.Hall, D.Reed, M.Jackman, B.Wall, J.Reilly, M.Phin Best: Eudunda/Rtown - T.Sleep, D.Reese, J.Kotz, R.Prior, M.Sajewicz, J.Mosey BBH - P.Mann, D.Schell, T.Crick, C.Cooper, T.Martin, S.Mann

RSMU Min/Man

4.0 8.0 15.0 18.3 (111) 5.1 7.3 9.7 10.8 (68)

Goals: RSMU - D.Busch 5, B.Koster 4, T.Willmott 3, L.Percy 3, D.Griffiths 2, Z.Hier Min/Man - B.Kerslake 4, N.Forrest, B.Sandow, C.Grace, M.Prince, J.Milburn, B.Currie Best: RSMU - Z.Hier, D.Busch, K.Hart, T.Willmott, B.Koster, J.Vandeleur Min/Man R.Mcdermid, B.Kerslake, C.Grace, M.Young, J.Milburn

BSR Blyth/Snow

1.1 1.2 1.2 2.5 (17) 7.3 10.7 13.13 18.14 (122)

Goals: BSR - L.Fuller, A.Smart Blyth/Snow -J.Gillings 5, R.Darling 5, A.Hentschke 2, N.McCormack, A.Conradi, S.Atkinson, G.Hayes, W.Walker, S.McCormack Best: BSR - J.Mackenzie, B.Pilkington, B.Gill, P.Jones, J.Lynch, A.Mackenzie Blyth/Snow - R.Darling, S.McCormack, J.Gillings, G.Ottens, G.Hayes, N.McCormack

N/Clare S/Clare

B Grade

4.10 6.10 11.16 14.18 (102) 0.0 1.3 1.3 2.4 (16)

Goals: N/Clare - N.Jones 5, D.Smith 3, .Redden 2, M.Dopson, B.Sweetman, T.Norton, N.Pearce S/Clare - M.Salter, R.O’Neill Best: N/Clare - B.Sweetman, N.Jones, C.Price, M.Hartwig, B.Channon, B.Clothier S/Clare - R.O’Neill, M.Stone, M.Smith, H.Carracher, T.Owen

Eudunda/Rtown 4.1 5.2 9.6 10.6 (66) BBH 1.0 2.2 2.3 3.3 (21)

Goals: Eudunda/Rtown - C.Pfeiffer 2, R.Reese 2, A.Watson 2, K.Voigt 2, T.Ross, L.Penrose BBH - A.Mccourt, J.Edwards, K.Harvey Best: Eudunda/Rtown - C.Pfeiffer, L.Penrose, P.Neal, S.May, S.Winen BBH - S.Kellock, D.Elftheriou, K.Thomas, J.Webster, T.O’Connor

RSMU Min/Man

1.2 4.6 5.8 6.9 (45) 2.0 3.0 4.0 4.1 (25)

Goals: RSMU - G.Linke 2, A.Hoskins, M.Mcinerney, J.Rainsford, V.Pyke Min/Man - L.Milburn 2, J.Curtis, S.Pike Best: RSMU B.Heinrich, J.Molineux, M.Mcinerney, C.Percy, T.Vater, D.Vater Min/ Man - G.Bryksy, N.Pengilly, T.Nicholls, S.Pike, A.Milburn

BSR Blyth/Snow

2.2 4.2 6.3 6.3 (39) 1.7 3.12 7.12 13.12 (90)

Goals: BSR - K.Stringer 4, B.Weckert, N.Pope Blyth/Snow - B.Pratt 5, M.Stewart 3, M.Thomas 2, S.Gillings, D.Stirling, R.Baxter Best: BSR - A.Ashby, D.Longbottom, M.Lynch, B.Weckert, J.Burgess, K.Stringer Blyth/Snow - J.Stevens, S.Gillings, M.Stewart, B.Pratt, R.Wandel, M.Wilkinson

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N/Clare S/Clare

Senior Colts

3.5 10.10 13.14 20.15 (135) 0.0 0.1 1.2 1.2 (8)

Goals: N/Clare - N.Rowe 3, E.Dichiera 3, D.Brown 2, S.Garrard 2, M.Bannon 2, H.Calaby 2, M.Makin, J.Brown, B.Jones, A.Norton, R.Laidlaw, N.Edwards S/Clare - S.Minney Best: N/Clare - D.Brown, M.Makin, N.Rowe, J.Brown, M.Bannon, M.Smith S/Clare - J.Pearse, D.Minney, P.Von Heythmanck, N.Budarick, C.Eyres

Eudunda/Rtown 1.4 7.9 12.12 16.18 (114) BBH 0.0 1.0 1.1 1.1 (7)

• From back page The Magpies put the Eagles back in their place with a convincing victory at home. Only three points up at half time, an eight-goal third term was the catalyst to their 58-point win over the Eagles.

“I reckon we were a bit fitter in the end, and they looked to have a few injuries,” reigning premiership coach Keith Earl said.

“We were kicking towards the northern end in the third, but it was only a slight breeze assisting us.

“The boys started to carry the ball better out of defence, linked the ball through the middle and gave the boys good use of the ball in attack with quick movement.

Co-captain Christian Rimmer, Joel Montgomerie and running defender, James Wildbore all had an influence in the black and white.

Thriller goes to Roosters Two Wells claimed a thrilling fourpoint win at home in an engaging game against the United Tigers.

The Roosters had a slender lead at each break, and held on for their first premiership points of the year.

Rooster Lee Allmond’s fourth goal in the dying seconds of the contest sealed the victory and sparked celebrations for the Two Wells faithful.

“It was a good game from a spectator’s point of view, and in the end it was a bit like the roll of a dice,” coach Mark Thomson said “United can be considered pretty unlucky they lost, and vice versa if we’d done so.”

Along with Lee Allmond’s stellar effort, Ned Seccafien was constructive in his on-ball role.

Given the job on Peter Burgoyne,

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This Week’s Winner

BSR Blyth/Snow

3.1 6.8 10.8 12.11 (83) 2.2 4.3 7.4 9.6 (60)

Goals: BSR - J.Hayes 7, J.Kurth 2, N.Hayes 2, B.Kitschke Best: BSR - N.Hayes, D.Bruce, D.Hayes, J.Kurth, J.Hayes Blyth/Snow Goals: Best: Blyth/Snow - B.Pratt, H.Norton, C.Andriske, A.Elix, D.Salter, D.Underdown

N/Clare S/Clare

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5.5 9.11 12.12 17.16 (118) 3.0 5.0 8.1 8.1 (49)

RSMU Goals: RSMU - T.Redden 2, M.Rohde 2, S.Jordan 2, J.Bowden 2, A.Rowett 2, T.Connell, J.Vater, M.Busch, H.Behn, P.Allchurch, Z.Jolly, J.Connell Min/Man - A.Richards 3, A.Bruce 2, J.McGregor 2, J.Ey Best: RSMU - T.Connell, M.Busch, J.Connell, P.Allchurch, S.Ball, J.Bowden

Junior Colts

2.1 3.4 6.5 6.5 (41) 2.2 2.4 4.5 8.8 (56)

Goals: N/Clare - S.Channon 2, J.King, D.Garrard, B.Earle, L.Jaeschke S/Clare - Z.Maynard 2, B.Day 2, B.Pearse 2, A.Leighton, C.Lawrie Best: N/Clare - B.Laidlaw, A.Tizio, J.King, T.Francis, B.MciInerney, B.Cross S/Clare - B.Day, T.Nield, A.Falconer, B.Pearse, K.Ward, I.Shearer

Eudunda/Rtown 5.4 8.12 15.18 22.26 (158) BBH 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 (0)

Goals: Eudunda/Rtown - J.Leditschke 7, B.Launer 5, D.Stacey 3, D.Grosser 2, T.Schulz 2, J.Schmidt, B.Coe, W.Kimpton Best: Eudunda/Rtown - B.Launer, A.Murray, B.Coe BBH - C.Lindner, S.Mattey, W.Sumner

RSMU Min/Man

3.1 6.4 8.6 11.7 (73) 0.1 0.1 0.1 1.2 (8)

BSR Blyth/Snow

4.1 5.8 6.8 12.10 (82) 1.2 1.2 2.7 2.7 (19)

Kahn Leighton was an important contributor in defence.

Brad Fitzgerald did a good job in ruck, while Ryan McDonald won plenty of possessions and Michael Grech was noteworthy.

The Roosters only had four goal kickers - Lee Allmond with his four, Tim Brown-Pichugin kicked three in two and half quarters before going off with cramp, while small man Ben Spiteri (two) and Gus Muscara (one) kicked the others.

Recruit from Stansbury on the Yorke Peninsula, Dylan Gillies, was the Tigers best followed by on baller Adrian Mills Alistair Fleming, along with the Pym boys, Heath and Mark, were all strong performers in the victory.

Jamie McArdle kicked three for United, while Heath Pym and Burgoyne collected a couple each.

FUTURE CHAMPS

Eudunda/Rtown Goals: Eudunda/Rtown - A.Dunstan 3, I.Blumson 3, J.Bugeja 2, C.Caven 2, C.Blumson 2, M.Neville 2, D.Windsor, D.Prior BBH C.Desment Best: Eudunda/Rtown - A.Dunstan, J.Michalk, T.Baker, J.Riley, E.Dunstan BBH - C.Desment, B.Radford, S.Connell, P.Hill, A.Lindner, C.Gove

RSMU Min/Man

Former Mail Medallist Liam Whitwell, 18-year-old Kimba lad Nathan Hornhardt and ruckman Jacob Walsh were also among the Magpies’ best.

While his opponent Sam Baker was named among the Eagles better players, Brian Montgomery was a key target for Mallala with six goals, while the floating half forward line yielded even more.

Brad Griffiths finished with three, while young big man Brent Harris presented well and kicked a couple, with flankers Daniel Feeley and Hornhardt also snaffling a pair.

Veteran Lee Belperio was given Hummocks-Watchman’s best, but many believed utility Matt Higgs (two goals) was best. Tim Forrest gave plenty of run, while Shaun Light had an interesting duel with Walsh in ruck and Josh Schutz was industrious around the contest.

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Goals: RSMU - J.Talbot 3, M.Connell 2, C.Behn, R.Mcinerney, J.Turney, X.Redden, L.Camplin, B.Heffernan RSMU - A.Richards Best: RSMU - X.Redden, T.Griffiths, T.Trowse, B.Heffernan, M.Connell, C.Behn

Goals: BSR - W.Longmire 5, L.Hayes 3, M.Longbottom 3, B.Noyce Blyth/Snow - R.Smart, J.Hunter Best: BSR - L.Wilsdon, M.Longbottom, T.Slade, L.Hayes, M.Burgess Blyth/Snow - A.Giles, T.Salter, W.Pratt, T.Strawbridge, C.Walkley

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SPORT v District

Riverton tennis courts will get a revamp

Golf Balaklava ladies

Sixteen ladies partnered off to play the Club Foursomes. The dynamic duo of P Anderson and J Taylor lead the day with nett 65.5, closely followed by T Matz and D Wandel coming in with a nett 69.

Third place went to J Hoskin and G Ackland nett 70 then C Redpath and C Taylor nett 74.5, J Thompson and L Michael nett 75, R Jenkin and T Allan nett 78.5, J Anderson and F Williams nett 78.5, and last but not least, G Edwards and S Friedrichs nett 79.5.

Thursday April 21 is stroke competition, and the first round of Captain’s Trophy and International Bowl. Starters are G Chapman and D Wandel.

Balaklava men

The blue markers were moved right back for the mighty Mack’s Cabinets’ Trophy Stroke round last Saturday, making the course long, even longer in places due to a reasonable breeze. Strongest of the strong was on-song Peter Thompson, demon plumber and gifted golfing gadabout who made a very welcome return to the greensward.

Peter’s 78 off the stick, for a nett 70 score, might have made him winner of the one-grade event, but it was Geoff Leo’s glad-handed 97/68 that took out the Trophy.

Be that as it may, THE BOOK records that Bill Berry, bereft of his velocipede, managed to clout 92/73 and claim second place with Doug “Slasher” Taylor, 89/74, storming home in third.

The rest of the field enjoyed a very mixed bag of joys and woes: B Michael (96/75), D Trickett ((97/76), A Henstridge (108/78), D Robinson (97/78), J Curnow (100/80), G Anderson (106/81), I Glover (107/84), M Hameister (99/85), M Bell (119/85), G Ackland (104/889), W Nagle (104/90) and Barrie “Crocker” Thompson (119/96).

Those who rose above such mediocrity to varying degrees were Peter Thompson and Wayne Nagle, who achieved Birdies on holes 10 and eight respectively, having also claimed Nearest The Pins. Doug Taylor lent a hand by getting his NTP on the third.

This weekend our Easter Saturday competition will be a Stableford event, with starters Scott and Callum Michael officiating. David Rodgers will star at the bar while Tate Michael will, single-handedly, spin the glamourous chook wheel.

Please make a note that the annual Rotary Club Ambrose event, which should draw a fulsome field, will take place on Sunday May 15. Start selecting your playing partners for this worthy event, and also start saving $30 a head for the game plus dinner. Full details are posted on the club’s notice board and we urge you to support this charitable chukka to the hilt.

Premiers, Saddleworth Green, back from left: E Schutz, A Michalak, T Reichelt, J Richie, A Peters, B Abbott, D Rowett, A Patterson. Front: I Rowett, C Mosey, T Thompson, M Kerrigan.

Night Owls season winds up The finals and championships of the Mid North Night Owls Bowls Association were contested on the Mintaro Green this season.

GRAND FINAL RESULTS: The Saddleworth Green team defeated Mintaro.

Champion of Champion Singles – Ben Short, Mintaro defeated Chris Lailey of Saddleworth.

Champion Fours was won

by Tarlee, after defeating Mintaro.

Thunderbirds visit Primary School Balaklava Primary School students were lucky enough to get a visit from Thunderbirds netball players Jo Sutton and Kara Richards, on Thursday, March 31.

Students were treated to two sessions with the netballers, the first involving Kara and Jo speaking about nutrition and their diet regime, the benefits of a balanced diet, and the implications of a poor diet on their future health and capabilities as a sportsperson.

The second session involved some training drills with students. Everyone enjoyed the experience and thanked Jo and Kara for stopping in at the school.

Balaklava Mid week

A group of 15 players took to the fairways last Wednesday, with Barrie Thompson winning the day on 48 points, Dennis Goudie 44 CB, Dean Trickett 44, Merv Hameister 42, Doug Taylor 38 CB, Jerry Toms 38 CB, John Curnow 38 CB, Bill Berry 38, Bill Goudie 37 CB, Brian Stewart 37, Rick Campbell 34 CB, Trevor Reid 34, Austin Henstridge 33, Dene Newton 30, Don Anderson 21. Birdies for the day were Barrie Thompson on hole three, Merv Hameister holes four and eight and Bill Goudie holes nine and 13.

Blyth

Blyth Golf Club held its opening of the season with a mixed ambrose competition on Sunday.

Results B Victor, L Victor, W Victor, D Smith, M Finn 54 4/10, K Hayes, G Hayes, J Zweck, I Zweck 56 1/2, K Mugge, G Mugge, L Barr, A Kelly, J Kels 57, E Harrison, J Harrison, M Williams, H Williams 57 1/2, B Spinks, R Lamond, T Eime, D Underdown 58 3/8, D Paynter, G Walkley, R Smart, M Carling 60 1/2.

NTP: 6 – J Harrison, T Eime; 14 – J Zweck. Long Drive: 7 – J Zweck, T Eime.

Second Shot NTP:12 – A Kelly, I Zweck.

Second Shot NTP 3 – J Harrison, D Underdown.

Thank you to Max and Yvonne Carling for sponsoring the day. Life Membership was awarded to Beryl Victor for her many years of service to the club, having been women’s and joint secretary, Ladies Captain, Ladies Champion, plus with her numerous years on committee.

Ladies will commence this Wednesday April 20 at 9.30am for a 10am start. Stableford sponsored by Clare Taminga Hotel.

Wednesday April 27: Stableford sponsored

by Blyth Cinema.

Men will start Sunday, April 24. Tee off at 12.15pm – Stableford sponsored by the Club. Sunday May 1: Stroke sponsored by Taminga Hotel.

Hamley bridge

In a field of 34 players, Wally Jackson could do no wrong in Saturday’s Stableford competition, carding 45 points to win the day from Wim Van Pelt (C/B) and Steve Howe 44.

Leading grade scores

Fours Champions, Tarlee: Kevin Stevens, Mick Butler, Wayne Molineux and Geoff Price.

A grade: John Mitchell 43, Leigh Durdin 41, Len Usher 39, Ian Ferguson 38, Ian Goddard 37, Bradley Zerna 36, John Bell 35.

B grade: Wim Van Pelt, Steve Howe 44, George Dahlitz 39, Kieth Kluske Errol Branson 36, Bob Hinderwell 35.

C grade: Wally Jackson 45, Tony Jones 41, Max Grasby 40, Ross Hienze, Ian Rohde 35.

Birdies: Steve Howe sixth, Vince Zito 14th, Leigh Durdin sixth, and ninth, Wim Van Pelt 14th, John Mitchell fifth, and ninth, Neville Durdin 12th, Bert Pearce second, Bradley Zerna 12th and 18th, Tony Jones seventh.

NTPs: Bradley Zerna 12th Leigh Durdin ninth. Bob Hinderwell had a double “fish” on the fifth, and new tree pruner Bradley Zerner had a “helicopter shot” on the 11th, while Roland Pawlak showed just how easy it is to have a crumpet shot, on the first, and again on the seventh .

Balaklava vice captain Merv Hamiester had a day on, winning last Thursday’s stableford competition with 42 points, three birdies and a nearest to the pin from Wally Jackson 39, Cliff Applebee and Colin Doudle 38 (birdie on sixth), all being prize winners.

Other scores: Max Grasby, Dennis Nation 36, Ross Hienze 34, Ron Collins, George Dahlitz 30, and a few players under 30.

Sandy Jackson won the ladies competition with 36 points, and runner up was Nancy Bubner with 33.

Two wells

Reults from Saturday, April 16. Stroke – Eclectic – Putting Competition, Monthly Medal. Sponsor: Michael Belcher Garden Design. Players: 37 men and four ladies.

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Bright sunny conditions and the course looking a treat made the stroke round a little more bearable for some. Chris Girling completed the double by winning A grade with nett 63, and then taking the April Monthly Medal as well. Stuart Grigg, no doubt tired from his tennis final, finished second with 67, and Broken Hill guest Ian Sheehan was third with 68.

B grade was a tight finish with Shorty holding off Jake Bowden in a count back, both with nett 64, and Jeoff Spackman third with nett 66.

C grade winner Leon Zbierski had a solid finish with nett 64 just in front of Clive Weller on nett 66, and John Harrison third with nett 67. Elaine Grigg winning the ladies competition with nett 67 from Julie Holland, who squeezed in just a head of Kathy Stubing in a count back on nett 71.

Members welcomed visitor Ian Sheehan and past members, John Mills and Garry Launer, with a special welcome to life member Keith Applebee, who played nine holes under the watchful eye of Denis Hart. Keith, continuing his old tradition, was invited before the presentation to provide the members with a true story and/or a joke.

Leanne Cannizzaro received a warm welcome and put in a card towards her handicap. As always, the ladies behind the bar did an outstanding job. Their support is appreciated by all who play each week.

Scott Francis is moving north to Crystal Brook, and will come back to play later during the season. We wish him well on his move and new adventures up north.

The 2011 Handicap Match Play sheet is up and members are asked to nominate to allow the draw to be completed by April 23.

The most sought after award each Saturday is the NAGA, which Vince Hatch was called on to present to good friend and

playing partner Darryl Hall. By all accounts, the game was hard on Darryl and it would be best having a drink at the bar and ask him to explain his US open hole score, which was, shall we say, quite large.

All in all a great day, and all the members had plenty of laughs.

Next week, the Easter Long weekend brings our first par event. Following his dismal spinning of the wheel for the meat trays, Vince has been sacked for the rest of the season. We are now looking for a new spinner who can actually get the wheel to turn a full circle!

Results A grade: C Girling 63, Stuart Grigg 67, I Sheehan 68, S Francis 70, V Hatch 70, R Grigg 73, T Thompson 73, L Grafton 74 and Simon Grigg nett 81.

B grade: B Paul, J Bowden 64, J Spackman 66, J Ball 66, I Smith 66, P Shields 67, Y Frencken 67, C Hogg 68, H Linford 68, A Bail 71, R Hogg 72, S Watson 73, M Davies 87 and D Hall 90.

C: grade: L Zbierski 64, C Weller 66, J Harrison 67, G Payne, D Thompson 69, I Telfer 77, D Smith 77, B Barns 78 and A Baker 84.

Ladies: E Grigg 67, J Holland 71, K Stubing 71.

Long Drives: A – Simon Grigg. B – P Shields. C – I Telfer.

Ladies: K Stubing.

NTP’s: 1 – R Thompson. 2 – J Ball, 6 – I Sheehan. 11 – J Bowden. 12 –, 15 – C Hogg.

Birdies: 3 – S Francis. 7 – S Francis, J Spackman, Simon Grigg, V Hatch. 10 – B Paul, Stuart Grigg, C Girling. 18 – Nil. Birdies nest: –. Putting comp: C Weller 22. Eagles: A Baker, C Doudle. Pro’s Approach: L Grafton. NAGA: D Hall. Meat trays: G Payne, Yogi, S Watson.

THE synthetic Riverton Tennis Courts will be resurfaced after this weekend’s Easter Tennis Tournament, event officials choosing to delay the resurfacing completely, rather than run the risk of not completing the courts in time.

Event secretary, Jane Parkinson, said the club had chosen to err on the side of caution.

“The guy that is laying them for us couldn’t do them early enough for us to ensure they were going to be done in time for Easter,” she said.

“So we thought we couldn’t start them if we can’t guarantee we’re not going to finish them.”

Despite the delay, Mrs Parkinson ensured locals the courts will get done this year, and the tournament will be unaffected.

“The tournament will still go ahead, no problems,” she said.

About 160 entries have been received for the four-day event, kicking off on Friday.

“The people that are coming are still keen as mustard,” Mrs Parkinson said.

Entries are slightly down on previous years, about 20 less people coming out for a bash than last year.

Mrs Parkinson was unconcerned with the minor dip.

“Things fluctuate from year to year,” she said.

“We’ve grown a bit the last few years so now we’ve just slightly dropped back down again.”

The schedule for the tournament will be released tonight.

Those interested in coming along to watch, action begins from 8.30am each day and finishes at 6pm.

The tournament is expected to wind up by 2pm, Monday.

Next week: par. Don’t forget subs are now due. See you on the course next week – bring a friend to join our weekly adventures the more the merrier. Any stories can be passed on to Paul.

– Paul Shields, captain

Veterans

Results for the Adelaide Plains and Barossa Veterans, played at the Barossa golf course on Thursday April 14, with 80 players in attendance. Sponsors: Jeff Chinner from Barossa Valley and Cellarmasters.

Agrade: Jeff Chinner Barossa 39, Peter Frazer of Barossa with 38 on a count back from Vince Zeto, 38.

B grade: Dave Dowsett of Mt Pleasant won the day with 45, on a count back from Brian Andrews of Tanunda with 45, Ed Manning of Hamley Bridge with 41.

C Grade: Jim Taylor Gawler 39, Ray Craft Barossa 35 on count back from Trevor Bateman of Kapunda with 35.

Ball winners A grade: Dave Raethel, Barossa 37; Paul Robinson, Gawler 37; Craig Sims, Barossa 36; Trevor Lehman, Police Vets 36; Robert Homburg, Tanunda 36; Dick Searle, Mt Pleasant 35; Garry Johnson, Les Hampel, Lindsay Williams, Reg Staehr all from Barossa all on 35; Terry Lind, Two Wells 34; David Wilson, Highercome 34.

B grade: Trevor Dowling, Gawler 39; Jeff Speckman, Two Wells 39; Jim Clark, Barossa 38; Warren Esgar, Hamley Bridge 36; Roy Devlin, Penfield 35; Peter Jones, Penfield 34; Brian Lithgoe, Barossa 34.

C grade: Brian Milne; Barossa 35; Vince Cozzitorto, Kapunda 34; Jim Raynor, Barossa 34; Dean Lewis, Barossa 33; B Barn, Two Wells 32.

NTP: A – Neil Hurst. B – Bryan Lythgoe.

C – Jim Latter.

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SPORT v Netball

Hummocks give Mallala girls a 30 goal lesson One of the favourites for the A1 flag this year, Hummocks, had a strong victory over Mallala on the weekend, winning by 30 goals.

“It really was a pretty lacklustre effort, although we grabbed the points,” coach Samantha Nicholls said.

“It was nice to come away with the victory, but there is still a lot of improvement to do.

“We need to find some new combinations.

“Our wing attack Sarah Young is pregnant and we will need to replace from within.

“Mel (Moulds) was certainly our stand out player.”

Keeper Moulds was a strong performer and deservedly received “ best on court” honours.

Former Contax player, playing coach Sam Nicholls’ shooting lifted tremendously after half time and she was a pivotal performer in the win.

Versatile Lisa Powell was solid at wing defence for the first three quarters, and then replacing Bonnie Nicholls, who injured her ankle at goal defence.

It is expected Nicholls will be ready to resume in the round four fixture on April 30.

Mallala coach Courtney Kerr saw many posi-

PETER ARGENT’S APNA review Round 3 tives despite the loss.

“Although we lost on Saturday, we certainly showed some good passages of play,” Kerr said.

“BothAshleigh Jarmyn and Jessie Neilson worked together so well for us in defence, with Midge May and Penny Mathew unavailable to play.

“Diana Feeley had a great captain’s game, leading by example in the attack.

“We have quite a young and new team, and even though the final score doesn’t reflect it, the fact we were only down by six at quarter time and then nine at half time shows that we were competitive against a top team.”

Wells girls defeat undermanned Longies side In a contest at Two Wells, Long Plains played over half the game with just six players and although going down by 10 goals in the end, had a moral victory.

“Because of the rules about girls playing in higher grades, and the fact we have a lot of people away in the next six weeks, I

APNA RESULTS Embroidery & Screen Printing Specialists

Results of Adelaide Plains Netball Association matches played on Saturday A1: Hummocks 57 (Melissa Moulds) d Mallala 27 (Diana Feeley). Balaklava 41 (Michelle Williams) d Hamley Bridge 29 (Sarah Koch). Two Wells 59 (Rebecca Pym) d Long Plains 49 (Jane McBride).

A2: Hummocks 53 (Claire Catford) d Mallala 28 (Brooke Fitzgerald). Two Wells 49 (Kylie Henwood) d Long Plains 25 (Taryn Hall). Balaklava 59 (Sally Arbon) d Hamley Bridge 27 (Amanda Mullins).

A3: Hummocks 57 (Nikki Beal) d Mallala 29 (Michelle Dunstan). Balaklava 75 (Renee McPharlin) d Hamley Bridge 32 (Tash Manno). Two Wells 45 (Jess WalkerSmith) d Long Plains 22 (Hannah McArdle).

A4: Hummocks 36 (Lisa Studham) d Mallala 24 (Liana Wilson). Two Wells 42 (Kimberly Juvan) d Long Plains 19 (Rosemary McDonnell). Balaklava 42 (Jasmine Smith) d Hamley Bridge 13 (Teagan Gregory).

A5: Mallala Away 31 (Toni Wiley) d Balaklava 30 (Sharalyn Pike). Mallala 45 (Greta Warrior) d Hummocks 20 (Purdie Barr). Two Wells 28 (Jamie Dinham) d Long Plains 18 (Helzah Sommerville).

A6: Balaklava 27 (Ainsley Hill) d Hamley Bridge 15 (Chelsea Crispin). Two Wells 46 (Sharna Rendell) d Long Plains 38 (Leigh McArdle).

B: Hummocks 26 (Merridy Nicholls) d Mallala 17 (Sally Wilson). Balaklava 29 (Sarah Tiller) d Hamley Bridge 15 (Sophie Martin). Two Wells 27 (Zoe Grant) d Long Plains 18 (Stephanie McArdle).

C1: Hamley Bridge 38 (Amy Humphreys) d Balaklava 11 (Blessing Nyoni). Hummocks 36 (Tayla Williams) d Mallala 5 (Brooke Wilson). Two Wells 11 (not supplied) d Long Plains 9 (not supplied).

C2: Mallala 22 (Jessica Heaslip) d Hummocks 12 (Haylee Studham). Balaklava 11 (Elanor Cunningham) d Hamley Bridge 7 (Sheyenne Smith). Two Wells 29 (Stephanie Seres) d Long Plains 0 (Tegan Sheridan).

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went conservatively on the bench,” Long Plains coach Josie McArdle said.

“Our reserve was used up in the opening two minutes of the game when Ellie Morton went down with a serious knee injury.

“Then Jess Daniel struggled in the oppressive dry heat, and couldn’t play from the half way mark of the second term.

“So I have shot myself in the foot or the “bench” so to speak.

“When Jess went off we were five goals up and we were still four goals in front at half time without a wing defence.

“Attrition got to us in the end, but it was a pretty heroic effort by the girls.”

Both Jane McBride and, when moved to goal defence Mary-Jane McArdle, were brilliant under duress, while Emma Laintoll also was excellent in a great team effort by the Long Plains girls.

For the victors, goal attack Nicole Darling shot exceptionally well and Two Wells centre, Rebecca Pym, was impressive in the middle.

Grand final rematch a tight affair The rematch between the 2010 A1 grand finalists was a tight affair, with both teams desperate for premiership points. Balaklava exacted revenge, getting up by 12 goals against Hamley Bridge.

Skill errors were high early, with the first pass being turned over many times before Bombers goal attack Sarah Koch finally scored.

Hamley Bridge had a small ascendancy at the first break, although Balaklava’s tight defensive pressure was evident.

Balaklava made the most of their opportunities in the second quarter converting the turnovers into goals, to lead by nine at the half.

Alison Schahinger was noteworthy making many intercepts in the Hamley defence and giving 100 per cent to each contest.

Both teams’ defence worked hard and put plenty of pressure on the goalies. Opposition centre Ashleigh Koch (Bombers) and Gaynor Tink (Peckers) both provided strong options through the centre and around the ring, as home side eked back the lead in third.

But Balaklava finished the strongest of the two sides, with effective movement all over the court. Balaklava defender Michelle Williams read play well and intercepted the ball through the centre and the goal circle, to be one of the leading performers.

ABOVE: Kellie Michael in action for Balaklava’s A2 side on Saturday.

BELOW: Hamley puts the pressure on Cherie Willmer, Balaklava.

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AMANDA Mullins, Hamley Bridge passes before Balaklava’s Sharayah Kowalick can defend.

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SPORT v Netball

ABOVE: Haylee Studham, Hummocks leaps through the air to catch the ball in the C2 match at Mallala.

MICKEY Robuck passes down the court for Mallala, as Zae Veitch, Hummocks, defends during the C2 match on Saturday.

Sophia Sach, Hummocks (left), and Jessica Heaslip, Mallala, watch play.

BELOW: Umpire in training, Evelyn Jones, watches as Mallala’s Emma Charleson passes in C2.

Balaklava avenges grand final loss A1: In the rematch of the 2010 grand final, both teams were desperate for a win. The first pass was turned over many times before Hamley GA Sarah Koch finally scored.

The quarter continued evenly, although Hamley threw away many opportunities as they crumbled under Balaklava’s tight defensive pressure. Hamley 6, Balak 7.

Balaklava powered ahead, making the most of their opportunities and converting the turnovers into goals. Hamley’s defences were still tight and gave 100 per cent, with Alison Schahinger making many intercepts.With three minutes left, Balaklava made some changes during injury time. Hamley finished the quarter much stronger. Hamley 10, Balak 19.

Hamley didn’t give up and lifted to narrow Balaklava’s lead from 10 goals to six. Both teams’ defence worked hard and put pressure on the goalies. Ashleigh Koch, Hamley Bridge and Gaynor Tink, Balaklava, both provided strong options through the centre and around the ring. Hamley 21, Balak 27.

Balaklava finished strongly with great movement all over the court. Balaklava’s Michelle Williams read the play well and intercepted well through the centre and the goal circle. Final score: Balak 41, Hamley 29.

A2: With a fast paced first quarter, both sides displayed some brilliant netball. With tight defence from both sides it created many turnovers and opportunities to score.

With the fast pace continuing in the second, Balaklava took control. Stand out players for the quarter were Stacey Hewitt (HB) and Sally Arbon (BAL).

Hamley tried really hard with great spirit and play, but Balaklava dominated the quarter with strong defence. Stand out players for the quarter were Tahnee Edwards (HB), Kellie Michael (BAL).

Balaklava couldn’t put a foot wrong in the last quarter, with the wheels slowly falling off for Hamley.

It was an enjoyable game to watch and was played in great spirit. Final score: Balak 59, Hamley 27.

A3: Both teams came out firing making for a very fast game. However Balaklava were converting more often alllowing them to take an easy lead.

Hamley’s WA was working hard. As was Balaklava’s C Bec Dixon. Hamley’s confidence grew and the quarter progressed, but Balaklava’s attack end were working well.

Hamley continued to play a scrappy game and struggled to convert goals. Balaklava dominated all over the court with some great team work. Hamley’s C Jules Puccetti and Balaklava’s C Bec Dixon had a great tussle.

Balaklava made a number of changes with goalies Terissa Smart and Renae McPharlin shooting well and dominating the circle. Hamley showed some brilliance with the combination of WA Jodie Grantham and GA Tash Manno.

Hamley made changes giving them more space in the circle. Balaklava were playing better as a team which made it difficult for Hamley to get into the game. Final score: Balak 75, Hamley 32.

A4: The first quarter produced some great shooting from Balaklava’s GS Ellen Heinz.

Hamley’s GA Chelsea Crispin was opening up the attacking end with some fantastic leads and was backed up well in Hamley’s defence line with WD Aleida Slok defending hard. Hamley 5, Balak 12.

The second quarter was a battle of the defenders. Hamley’s GK Tegan Gregory was pulling out all the stops wth some nice turnovers. Balaklava’s

Gk Heidi Zerk was also trying hard with some solid defence. Hamley 6, Balak 18.

Hamley showed good speed and athleticism but were unable to match the consistancy of the more experienced Balaklava line up.

Sheralyn Bond took numerous interceptions and then controlled play brilliantly while bringing the ball out of defence for Balaklava.

In the last quarter Jasmine Smith took advantage of her height, taking many rebounds and was able to convert them with a high level of shooting accuracy.

Balaklava WA Abbie Tiller timed her leads well and fed her goalies with precision. Final score: Balak 42, Hamley 13.

A6: The game began with Hamley scoring the first goal, but Balaklava were quick to score the next few.

Hamley’s defence end put the pressure on, but Balaklava’s all-over-court pressure gave them plenty of rebounds and turnovers. Hamley 2, Balak 5.

The quarter started evenly with both teams scoring straight away. It was hard to get a flow going with both teams holding well. Hamley’s goalies started to combine well, resulting in some great goals. Hamley did well to get back in front. Hamley 9, Balak 7.

With both sides scoring quickly in the third, the pressure soon produced turn overs for both sides.

It was Balaklava’s goalies turn to shine with a big 10 goal quarter. Hamley 12, Balak 17.

Balaklava dominated the quarter with quick scoring and some great defensive pressure. Final Score: Balak 27, Hamley 15.

B: Both sides came out firing with good passing. Tight defence by both teams created turnovers resulting in goals for both sides.

Hamley 4, Balak 6.

Balaklava had started to gell as a team, but Hamley tried really hard with good centre court play.

Balaklava’s defence line continued to improve with Balaklava extending their lead. Hamley 8, Balak 11.

Hamley bounced back well with some strong leading resulting in goals. Balaklava continued to improve with strong defensive pressure.

The last quarter saw some fantastic netball by both sides, resulting in a great game. Final score: Balak 29, Hamley 15.

C1: Balaklava looked strong from the first centre pass. Direct play straight to the goal circle resulted in them scoring the first goal of the game. Hamley responded quickly and dominated the remainder for the quarter.

Amy Humphrys drove through the midcourt strongly and delivered the ball accurately to the goalies.Hamley 13, Balak 2.

Balaklava moved Alex Wehr to GK who made an immediate impact slowing the scoring rate of Hamley’s goal shooter.

Kiraleigh Hewitt took many interceptions and attacked the ball well. This provided many opportunities for Hamley and restricted Balaklava to 2 goals.

Jessica Sellars continued to shoot well, scoring 8 goals at 89% accuracy for the quarter. Hamley 25, Balak 3.

Tayla McBride entered the game at half time for Balaklava and consistantly presented well. Blessing Nyoni continued to apply strong defensive pressure and was able to reduce Hamley’s scoreing rate. Hamley’s Kelsay Wedding timed her leads well enabling Hamley to extend their lead. Hamley 32, Balak 7.

Amy McCabe showed great speed as she continued to drive strongly down the court. Balaklava

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never gave up the fight with some strong leads and passing into GS Kristy Selleck who shot accurately.

Final score: Hamley 38, Balak 11.

C2: It was a hard first quarter for both sides with mistakes being made. Only one goal was scored. Hamley 0, Balak 1.

Balaklava picked up the tempo with some fantastic all over court pressure, which helped them extend their lead. Hamley 2, Balak 6.

Hamley played better netball in the third, but Balaklava’s defensive pressure allowed them to stretch their lead again. Hamley 5, Balak 10.

Hamley made a come back in the last quarter, with everyone trying hard. They managed to peg the score back to 4, but left their run to late. Balak 11, Hamley 7.

D: Hamley started well against a very tall talented team from Balaklava. Hamley didn’t give up despite the Balaklava girls being a good team.

Hamley’s defence was great, with all girls playing well.

Balaklava’s play was also good, with the girls covering the entire court.

A fun and enjoyable game was had by all.

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JESSICA Helps, Mallala passes in C2.

A1 GRADE Hummocks.............. 6....... 67.36 Balaklava................... 4.......54.85 Two Wells................. 2.......46.86 Mallala....................... 2....... 41.94 Hamley Bridge........ 0.......44.44 Virginia...................... 0.......35.44 Long Plains.............. 0.......35.25 A2 GRADE Hummocks.............. 6.......65.59 Two Wells................. 4.......60.48 Balaklava................... 2....... 47.90 Long Plains.............. 2....... 42.97 Mallala....................... 1....... 41.94 Virginia...................... 1........41.21 Hamley Bridge........ 0.......36.43 A3 GRADE Hummocks.............. 6....... 60.41 Balaklava................... 4.......60.54 Virginia...................... 2.......49.75 Two Wells................. 2.......49.62 Hamley Bridge........ 2....... 39.41 Long Plains.............. 0.......38.46 Mallala....................... 0....... 35.71 A4 GRADE Balaklava................... 4.......62.62 Two Wells................. 4....... 59.31 Virginia...................... 2.......49.04 Mallala....................... 2.......46.36 Hummocks.............. 2....... 38.51 Hamley Bridge........ 0....... 28.97 Long Plains.............. 0.......24.05 A5 GRADE Mallala....................... 4....... 71.54 Two Wells................. 4........57.14 Mallala Away........... 4.......55.00 Hummocks.............. 4....... 47.78 Balaklava................... 0.......44.38 Long Plains.............. 0.......40.00 Virginia...................... 0....... 27.45

Supporting Local Netball A6 GRADE Balaklava................... 6....... 62.07 Mallala....................... 4.......50.00 Long Plains.............. 2.......52.85 Two Wells................. 2....... 49.61 Hamley Bridge........ 0.......33.33 B GRADE Balaklava................... 4.......58.39 Balaklava Away...... 4.......53.57 Hummocks.............. 4........51.53 Two Wells................. 2.......48.15 Hamley Bridge........ 2.......43.02 Mallala....................... 0.......44.57 Long Plains.............. 0.......43.68 C1 GRADE Hummocks.............. 6.......88.37 Hamley Bridge........ 4.......88.39 Two Wells................. 2.......50.00 Mallala....................... 2.......40.28 Balaklava................... 2.......30.89 Long Plains.............. 0....... 13.25 Virginia...................... 0........ 9.09 C2 GRADE Mallala....................... 4.......72.88 Hummocks.............. 4.......59.49 Balaklava................... 4.......50.72 Hamley Bridge........ 2.......75.00 Two Wells................. 2....... 74.55 Virginia...................... 0........ 8.89 Long Plains.............. 0........ 1.69

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Deadline extended The Plains Producer will be published a day later next week due to the Easter break.

Our office will be open on Tuesday April 26 (a public holiday) but will be closed from Good Friday April 22, to Easter Monday April 25. Our classified deadline has been extended to 10am, Wednesday April 27.

10am Wednesday

Balaklava Golf Club

Ladies Luncheon Tuesday May 3 12 noon

• 3 Course Meal • $18• Featuring Modbury Entertainers Bookings Essential Phone Louise on 8528 6275

BALAKLAVA LUTHERAN YOUTH

PAPER DRIVE Friday May 6 2pm - Blyth

Saturday May 7 8.30am - Balaklava, Owen, Mallala & Pt Wakefield • Neat tied bundles but magazines & flyers separate if possible • No cardboard THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUING SUPPORT

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

• Good Friday - No Movie • Alpha & Omega (PG) ★ ★ Animated –Tickets $5

- Thurs April 21, 10.30am

- Sat April 23, 6pm • Wild Target (M) ★ ★ ★ Emily Blunt, Bill Nighy - English Comedy (please note change to date)

- Sat April 23, 8pm • Three Seasons (M) ★ ★ ★ ★ Award winning Vietnamese film with Harvey Keitel

- Wed April 27, 6.30 •The King’s Speech (M) ★ ★ ★ ★ Colin Firth, Geoffrey Rush

- Fri April 29, 8pm

- Sat April 30, 8pm

- Sun May 1, 2pm

- Tues May 3, 7.30pm

- Fri May 6, 8pm Tickets: •Concession/Student $8 •Adults $10 •Family tickets $25 (2 +2) extra child $2.50 •Child $5 3 Full Dolby digital surround sound 3 Candy bar 3 A/Cond

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We are open Easter Weekend Opening Times

Open: Thursday, Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday 9am -4pm Closed: Good Friday Open: Anzac Day 8am - 4pm Next Country Market May 7, 2011 Don’t forget to book for “High Tea” on Mother’s Day

Cafe

12 Burra St, Pt Wakefield

Caterina 0407 398 018 Lyn 0417 863 701, saltoftheearth@hotmail.com.au

BALAKLAVA COURTHOUSE GALLERY

invites you and your friends to…

Mother’s Day @ the Gallery

Friday May 6 from 10.30am to 4pm

• Bring your mum and your friends and enjoy a plate of delicious treats and a hot drink, for only $5 per person • Includes: lucky door prizes, and free entry to “Bling It On”: a dazzling exhibition of beadwork and handcrafted jewellery

BOOKINGS 8844 5175 - (between 2pm - 5pm)

DOn’t Forget Sunday April 24 - 2pm

Peter Coad & The Coad Sisters appearing live at…

Lower Light Hotel

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District Council of Mallala FREE ONLINE & INTERACTIVE FOOD SAFETY TRAINING - I’M ALERT Food Safety The District Council of Mallala is pleased to announce that it is providing FREE and unlimited access to an exciting new product that will assist food handlers in gaining valuable skills and knowledge in food safety and hygiene which will help to ensure only safe and suitable food is produced in food premises within the District.

This program is presented in an interactive, easy to follow, and entertaining format and includes the ability for the user to print off an acknowledgement form and a certificate upon completion of the program that can be kept as a part of staff records.

This training program will assist Food Business Managers in ensuring all staff are trained in this important area and thereby reducing any risk of food borne illness resulting from poor food handling practices.

It is recommended that all food handlers within food businesses take part in this training. This is a great opportunity for local businesses to ensure that all staff are provided with training that would otherwise cost your business money and a great deal more in time.

The training program can be easily accessed from your home computer or alternatively both Mallala and Two Wells Libraries offer internet access. The program can be accessed through the DCM website (Services and Facilities/ Public & Environmental Health/I’m Alert) or by typing the following link and following the simple on screen instructions www.mallala.imalert.com.au For further information on the Food Safety Topics within this training program, and your responsibilities under the Food Act, please contact Ken Savage, Councils Environmental Health Officer, on 8527 0258 or email ken.savage@mallala.sa.gov.au Plains Producer, Wednesday April 20, 2011

Balaklava Football & Netball Club

Thursday Night Teas

Community Consultation

Possible Road Closures Monday May 2, 2011 - 7pm Two Wells Community Centre Old Port Wakefield Road, Two Wells

The District Council of Mallala is considering closing a number of roads in the district which includes; • Salt Lake Road, Middle Beach (Temporary Closure to vehicles) • Samphire Road, Middle Beach (Temporary Closure to vehicles) • Kenner Road, Korunye (Permanent Closure) • St Andrews Road, Lewiston (Temporary Closure to vehicles) • Frost Road (Cavallaro to Hancock), Lewiston (Temporary Closure to vehicles) Interested community members are requested to attend an information session where details of the possible closures will be provided and community input invited.

Any further questions, queries or concerns can be directed to John Tillack or Andrea Humphrys of the Infrastructure and Engineering Services Department.

Phone (08) 8527 2196 8am to 4pm, Monday to Friday.

John Tillack Manager – Infrastructure & Engineering Services

Available every Thursday Night at Balaklava Sports Club • Kids meals from 5pm • Adult meals from 8pm

Memorial Service Mary is sad to report the death of her son Jesus, who died as a victim of cruel Roman oppression. Jesus was 33 years old and a popular religious teacher and healer. He will be greatly missed by his family and his many followers.

The Memorial Service will take place on Good Friday, April 22 at 11am at the Lutheran Church, Corner of Short Tce and Harris Street, Balaklava.

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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.

Temporary Road Closure Notice Under Section 33 Road Traffic Act 1961

Drake Crescent and Burra Street, Port Wakefield, will be closed to vehicular traffic between 5.30am & 7:15am on Monday April 25, 2011 for the Port Wakefield RSL Club ANZAC Day Dawn Service. Participants of this event are exempt from observing Australian Road Rules 230 & 238. For further details, contact David Hassett, Wakefield Regional Council on 8862 0800.

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Situations Vacant

Grocery Manager Foodland supermarket at Balaklava is looking for an experienced grocery manager to join our successful retail team. This is a full time position and we are offering an above award salary package.

The successful person must have the skills to: • Lead and encourage our staff • Implement marketing strategies • Develop strong relationships with suppliers • Have exceptional customer relations skills • Order, receive and display stock for sale The ideal candidate must be experienced in the retail industry, preferably grocery. Strong organisation skills and the ability to work well with others is also highly regarded.

Forward resume to:

Foodland Balaklava

13 Wallace Street

Balaklava SA 5461 or email to: foodland@rbe.net.au by April 30, 2011

Baker’s Assistant

Approx 40 hours per week. Permanent position. No experience necessary, on the job training. Top wages and working conditions. Must be reliable, punctual and conscientiousness.

Send resume to 17 Burra Street, Port Wakefield or call 8867 1164

Construction and Maintenance Worker A vacancy exists with Council’s Infrastructure and Engineering Services Department for a Construction and Maintenance Worker, whose skills will contribute to the Department’s provision of road infrastructure, public facilities and amenities for the whole community.

The successful applicant will ideally have relevant experience and qualifications. Current plant licences and tickets relevant would be favourable. A current Car licence is essential and a Medium Rigid licence is preferred.

Strong communication and time management skills and a commitment to working positively towards the achievement of personal, team and organisational goals are a must.

Appointment to this permanent position will be at Level 4 ($42,048 per annum) or depending on skills and experience up to Level 5 ($43,268 per annum) of the Local Government Employee Award. Current provisions of the Council Enterprise Bargaining Agreement will also apply.

A job and person specification can be obtained from Council’s website at www.mallala. sa.gov.au or by contacting Andrea Humphrys, Infrastructure Coordinator, on (08) 8527 2196.

Specific enquiries should be directed to Keith Earl on 0417 862 541.

Written applications marked “Confidential – Maintenance Worker” are to be submitted by 5pm Friday May 6, 2011 addressed to:

District Council of Mallala

PO Box 18

MALLALA SA 5502 Alternatively email info@mallala.sa.gov.au or fax (08) 8527 2242 John Tillack Manager, Infrastructure and Engineering Services

NEW - USED - PARTS - SERVICE E

1993 Ford Festiva, 205,000 kms, blue, 4 door, serviced regularly, fuel economical, registered until October, reg no VJY 487, good condition, $1,000. Phone 0401 762 732

1997 Diesel Toyota Dual Cab Utility, Reg WIA 987. 227,900km. Good Condition. $9,900 GST inc O.N.O. Mobile 0408 614 469.

Emmaljunga navy pram and extra front seat $100 ono. Swing, double seat $50. Steelcraft portable baby cot and mattress to fit, good condition $70. Phone 8528 6073 or 0437 286 073.

EmMaljunga pram, forward and backward facing, with basinet and toddler seat, black, excellent condition, $250. Cot and matching change table, dark wood stain $150 combined.

Phone 8862 2473 or 0403 025 015.

Engel 21 Litre Fridge.

Excellent condition, $450.

Phone 0408 859 598.

Firewood for sale, cut and delivered, kindling available. Phone/mobile: 0407 896 159 or a/hours 8865 2127.

FIREWOOD for sale. $150 for ute load. $90 for trailer load. Also saw bench for hire with operator $80.

Phone 0408 800 534 Balaklava.

Firewood - top quality split red gum, $270 per tonne.

1/2 tonne loads available.

All loads weighed. Free delivery to Owen and surrounding areas. Phone 0412 887 040 anytime.

Kelvinator r/c air conditioner. Two years old, model KWH53HRA 5,200 cooling 4,800 heating. $350. Phone 0417 849 773

KIA RIO 2004, white, 4 cyl, 4 door, 5 speed manual, 110,000kms, elec windows & mirrors, central locking, air cond, driver airbag, tinted windows, 3x car seat anchors, great condition and very reliable, full service history, 7 months rego, XCN675 $5,700 o.n.o, PH 0417 889 364.

Lathe - $1500.00 single phase, 6-1400rpm, 12000mm bed, 100mm chuck, thread counter, assort accessories. Contact Ray 0438 851 669.

Ramsey Bros is a highly successful family owned business with 6 branches across South Australia, supplying new and used machinery, parts and service to farmers for 60 years. Ramsey Bros leads the industry with a reputation for providing excellent service and building long-term relationships with farmers and local communities.

The Saddleworth branch has these positions available.

Service Technician - Agricultural Machinery Reporting to the Service Manager, you will enjoy being an integral part of the Service Department in a supportive, close-knit environment. Your role will involve assisting with organising and managing Service orders, developing strong relationships with customers, and ensuring the highest level of customer service.

The successful candidate will be either qualified part-way through an apprenticeship. You will need to be experienced in servicing and repair of agricultural machinery and equipment, and have a good understanding of farmers and their needs. Also essential are effective time management and organisational skills, and the ability to work unsupervised at times.

Parts Manager - Agricultural Machinery Reporting to the Branch Manager, you will enjoy being an integral part of the Parts Department in a supportive, close-knit environment. Your role will involve organising and managing Parts orders, developing strong relationships with customers, and ensuring the highest level of customer service.

A good understanding of farmers and their needs will be highly regarded. On-the-job training will be provided, along with some external industry training from time to time.

This Ramsey Bros branch is currently located in Saddleworth, and will be moving to nearby Riverton sometime in 2011. Note that relocation expenses may be provided if required, for the right candidate to move to the area. Conditions apply.

To make confidential enquires call Erica Thomas on 0411 606 449.

To apply, email your resume to erica@ramseybros.com.au.

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Pine TV corner unit, TV not included. 2.1m x 1m $300 o.n.o. Phone 8864 3020.

Drum kit, silver colour, $400 o.n.o. Phone 0417 807 904.

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

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

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

Public Notice

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.

S ha r e m a r k e t- b u y wholesale and rent shares out, never ending income.

Ring 08 8862 1442.

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

HORSES unwanted, top prices, cash, any types, Ph 8524 3640 or 0414 546 217.

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.

Work Wanted

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.

50th Wedding

Desmond Fiegert - Daphne Pfeiffer. Married 22/4/61.

Happy 50th Mum and Dad! Wishing you a happy and healthy anniversary with many more to come.

With all our love and best wishes, Michelle,Alana & Brian,Paul,Sue,Matthew, Zoe,Jason and Jon, Julie, Stephen and R.T. xxxooo

Paper Day Later Next Week

80th Birthday

Doris - Helps, April 20.

Congratulations and best wishes from Alan and family; Julie, Kevin, Dianne, Paul, Bevan and Michelle.

Nana to 11, Great Nana of 1.

Engagement

GERMEIN-REID. Ryan and Beth along with the Germein Family of Scott Creek, the Reid Family of Nantawarra and Jen,Patrick and Connor Moore of Meadows - are pleased to announce their engagement on February 24, 2011. Looking forward to a wonderful future together.

In Memoriam

Bowden - Jack. 21/10/1915 to 25/04/1994. I think of you every day with a love that has never faded. Dolly Bowden - Jack 25/04/1994.

Always remembered. Love Dianne, David & families.

Thank you

Wandel - Bert. To all my family and friends, thank you for gifts, cards and best wishes on my 80th Birthday. Your kind thoughts are gratefully appreciated.

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Silver 2006 Toyota Yaris, manual, 72,000 km, rear spoiler, $13,000, reg XJV 178. Mobile 0427 768 016.

Suzuki Ozark, 250 quad.

Near new, $5,400 neg.

Mobile 0418 820 406.

Volvo 1993 440 GL, 4 door hatch, white, grey interior, auto, a/c. Very good condition. Near new tyres, 120,000kms, reg no. VMG 684, $4,500 o.n.o. Phone 0400 558 017.

Adult Services

Erection and premature Problems? Help for $30.

Money back guaranteed.

Ph: 0424 452 329.

Garage Sale

Annual Easter Garage Sale. Port Wakefield Caravan Park. Saturday April 23, 9am onwards. Heaps of interesting stuff. Old wares, antiques, books, vintage clothing, furniture, toys, etc. Please park outside and walk in. Enquiries…

Jan, 8867 1151.

Riverton Impressive Home on 1 Acre Lot 112 Masters Street Open Saturday April 30, 12.30pm -1.30pm 4 bdrms, main w/- ens & WIR, study, store rm, lge studio.

Neat kitch w/WIP, lge family rm, sep lounge & dine rms.

S/C heat, r/c duct a/c. Paved pergola ent area, new solar HWS, r/water. 4 vehicle gge, w/shop, tool shed. Views over Riverton township. View at www.reddenrealestate.com.au $397,000 Landmark Harcourts Riverton 8847 2209 19 Torrens Road, Riverton SA 5412 leo.redden@landmark.com.au

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Teaching Universal vehicle on-road Driving School tests (VORT)

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Chiropractor

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

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24 Charles Street

Presentation Plus • Stone villa • 3 large bedrooms • 2 toilets • Freshly painted • New carpets

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• Large lockable double garage • Reverse Cycle a/c • S/combustion heater

30 Roberts Ave

$295,000

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

• 2 Reverse Cycle Air Conditioners • Large shed & carport

Balaklava

19 Roberts Ave

$285,000

Beautifully presented, modern 4 bedroom home with great new shed • Modern home • Near new kitchen • Ducted evaporative air conditioning

• Pergola entertaining area • Low maintenance garden

Balaklava Red $179,000 Unit 6 - 1 Charles Street

Unit with heaps of extra’s and prime location • 2 bedroom home • Great little workshop with power

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• Large lounge adjoining the eating area

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$145,000

22 Humphrey Street

Ideally located & affordable stone cottage • Affordable Cottage • Large Carport • Close To Main Street • Good Tenant In • 3/4 Bedrooms Or Residence Office

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20 Kelly Street

$149,000

Ideal investment or 1st home • Three bedroom house • 717m2 {approx.} block • Main bedroom has full length built in robe

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Vacant Land

Wattle Ridge Estate Stage 2 • 9 lots remaining • Wide frontages • Sizes: 527m2 to 1,057m2 • Price range $68,950 to $92,950

Balaklava $190,000

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Snowtown Red $209,000

23 First Street

It’s a new subdivision & 4 x 3 bedroom homes are available

• New 3 br home • R/C air conditioner • tiled floors

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• 2 bedroom home with • Large garage or both rooms a good size. workshop.

• Open plan design semi- • S e t o n a v e r y modern kitchen large • Ducted air conditioning block

Owen reduced $78,000

Lot 1 Second Street

Ideal building block- a massive 1898m2 {approx.} • Huge block • Power connected • 37.75m wide frontage • Take advantage of • Water connected Owens central location

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Dawson and Brice – the ‘dynamic duo’ Their 20 goals blitzes Bombers FOR anyone who knows their football history, there were shades of the famous Glenelg-Central District result in 1975 in the score line at Hamley Bridge Oval last Saturday afternoon.

Hamley Bridge’s score was a usually respectable 10.8, but their opponents, Balaklava, had an impressive 50 shots at goal and finishing with 35.15, to win by a mammoth 157-point margin. Glenelg kicked slightly more – 49.23 to Centrals 11.13, winning by 238 points.

Amazingly, early in the second quarter less than 10 points separated the combatants before Balaklava switched on.

“I became a bit of a procession in the end, as I think we kicked 13.1,” Peckers coach Stuart Lamond said.

“Our depth of rotations through the middle was a key.

“In Saturday’s side we still played four players out of senior colts or 18-year-olds.

‘We used Dawson and Brice out of the goal square, with “Whiskey” Walker and me playing across half forward.

“I even spent some time in the midfield.”

Both Glenn Dawson and Jonathon Brice were on the end of plenty of excellent delivery from the midfield. Dawson followed his nine-goal effort against Two Wells, with a career best 12-goal haul in this contest. Brice was a valuable ally with eight,

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while 2010 Mail Medallist Hayden Walker chimed in with four goals.

Sam Rowland and Ben Catford gathered possessions at will, while Justin Walker was the dominant ruckman in the game.

Wingman Lachlan Michael won his position handsomely, and after starting at half back, Derek Friedrichs was moved on to Brett Burgess and quelled his influence.

Chad Ruiz played his first A grade game in this contest and didn’t look out of place at this level.

Adam Pepe was the Bombers’ best defender, with midfielder Josh Moody gaining his share of the Sherrin.

Veteran Burgess, after a strong start, still finished with a five-goal yield at full forward. Wingman Jed Eastwood, Dylan Lockwood, ruckman Justin Schahinger, who competed manfully and soccer convert Ben Selth were all serviceable for the vanquished. n More match reports, page 20

COP THAT! Magpies bring Eagles

Balak girls dominate

back to earth SEE Page 20

THE BANDWAGON

what haS VIRGINIA been up to?

Rick Shaw’s rant: Page 19

n BALAKLAVA showed they are a forced to be reckoned with this

season, winning seven out of nine grades at Hamley Bridge on Saturday. n Pictured is Balaklava’s Lauren Michael about to intercept a pass to Hamley’s Donna White during the A2 game. n Read all the Balaklava v Hamley Bridge netball reports on page 23 – and don’t miss the A1 reviews, with Peter Argent, on page 22

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