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RATEPAYERS will face an average rate rise of five per cent, confirmed at last Wednesday evening’s Wakefield Regional Council budget meeting. The rate rise equates to two per cent above the inflation rate. Acting chief executive officer, Steve Jonas, clarified it was an average figure, with some ratepayers

incurring more than a five per cent increase, while some may have no increase, depending on the valuation of their property by the Valuer General. “It’s all relative,” Mr Jonas said.

There is also a rate cap in place, preventing rate rises higher than 20 per cent, although Mr Jonas explained it was unlikely anyone would incur a 20 per cent rate rise. “It’s mainly there as a safety net,” he said. The total valuation of the district increased from $1.67 billion to nearly $1.74 billion, an overall increase of about 3.9 per cent.

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Residential valuations rose by 6.3 per cent, commercial and industrial valuations up by 3.9 per cent, primary production also went up by 2.3 per cent, vacant land 5.2 per cent and others 17.7 per cent. Community Wastewater Management Scheme service charges were also set. n CONTINUED PAGE 4

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The wedding night fright n THIS was enough to set tongues wagging in Owen. Derily Snook as a “groom” and Noel Bubner as the “bride” – and others like Gavin Marshman as the “flower girl”. n It was all in good fun as the Owen community held a “mock wedding” with lots of locals involved as a fundraiser. Unlike most flower girls, Gavin even shaved off his moustache, attached to his upper lip since he was 16 (about 36 years ago). n LOUISE MICHAEL, who took this picture, said the men showed a nice leg and slipped into high heels as if they had been doing it for years!

n THE wedding party (from left), rear: Rodney Reid, John Marshman, Shirley Gameau, writer/director Don Bubner, Colin Hocking and Caroline Trainer. Seated: Phyllis Martin, Jenny Tiller, groom Derily Snook as Snookems Cobbledick, Noel Bubner as bride Nolleen Longbottom, Allan Tiller and Andrew Parker. Front: Page boy Meagan Baker and flowergirl Gavin Marshman. REVIEW: Page 27

Carbon tax ‘bad for rural SA’ says our new Senator NEW Liberal Senator, Clare winemaker and businessman, Sean Edwards, has warned local companies could feel the impact of the new carbon tax. He singled out Balaklava bulk hay exporter Balco as a large local company likely to feel the impact, along with pasta manufacturer and durum wheat purchaser, San Remo. But Balco managing di-

rector, Malcolm May, said the company was not overly fazed, waiting for more detail to emerge before commenting on the carbon tax’s potential impact. “I can’t really comment on it as I don’t know enough about it as far as we are concerned,” he said. “At this stage we haven’t really worried about this sort of hoo-ha because it has all got to settle down yet.”

With electricity costs set to hike 10 per cent at least, Mr May was still confident Balco was in a relatively stable position compared to others. Mr May said Balco used about $300,000 – $400,000 of power annually. “Out here, it (any rise) might be reasonable compared to what some people use in Adelaide,” he said. Before the carbon price

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Two Wells residents put their ideas Mr Hickinbotham said he was very n PLOTTING for development from pen to paper at a excited about the project and was com- the future (from community workshop last week, plot- mitted to making it a success. left) Oculus $ * “We are here to respect the township $ urban* designer $ * $ * ting on a map of the proposed Hickinbotham development area where they and the people who live here,” he said. Ben Nacard, CASHBACK VIA REDEMPTION CASHBACK VIA REDEMPTION CASHBACK VIA REDEMPTION CASHBACK VIA REDEMPTION would like to see recreational space, “We are committed to making this resident bike trails, roads, private schools, aged project as good as it can be. We thank Dave Body, care and shopping. everyone who came to the sessions to Catherine Lock, The workshop was held in be part of ‘placemaking’. Placemaker two sessions last Wednesday, “It’s really important to us Gilbert with nearly 100 people particito work with the community to Rochecouste pating altogether. explore and discuss ideas, sug- and Marcus About 30 people attended gestions and what people want. Strudwicke. 100 Litre Barsession Fridge 150 Litre Chest Freezer Litre Vertical 180 Litre Vertical Freezer the 12noon – 2pm and The90 community’s buy-inFreezer gives • Reversible • Icebox • Removable sliding basket for Four freezer drawers • Six full-width freezer baskets about 60 were at door the 6:30pm – us a• really good understand• Two glass shelves flexible storage • Spring loaded lid door • Ice cube tray 8:30pm session. ing •ofReversible what’s important to the to create airtight storage District Council of Malcommunity before we plan the Village Well placemaker It reads: “Two Wells is a caring, schools, aged care and shopping. lala (DCM) mayor, Marcus development. It’s an essential Some of the ideas included: Strudwicke, opened the midpart of our planning process. Gilbert Rochecouste spoke to the connected, resilient, can-do comday workshop, saying what a great Mr Hickinbotham said it was great group about the feelings and ideas munity. Steeped in rich history it bike tracks, street trees, good paths opportunity locals had to shape the to see the energy and enthusiasm in the presented in a June workshop, say- celebrates the past whilst looking to connect the town, neighbourhood shops, a mix of small and ing the ideas presented showed a forward to a prosperous future”. way housing development looked in room at both sessions. “These Two Wells. $ * “People were really thinking about $ lot of *passion – but also a lot of $ are your * words, not our large blocks, a high $ school, * aged words,” Mr Rochecouste said. care facilities, medical clinic, direction. Mr Strudwicke provided an overwhat they’d like to see,” he said. CASHBACK VIA REDEMPTION CASHBACK VIA REDEMPTION CASHBACK VIA REDEMPTION CASHBACK VIA REDEMPTION “This is about the journey (and) playgrounds, a trade school, buses, “The idea of placemaking is the view of council’s projects that support “They brainstormed their ideas wide roads, rural character homes, well-managed growth in Two Wells and and aspirations under the headings of wisdom lies in the community,” it’s just a draft.” Following this run-down the wetlands and water management, the district. Two Wells is recognised in Connections, Facilities, Landscape he said. “It’s about leaving a legacy gathering split into two smaller a gym, barbecue and picnic areas. the State government’s 30 Year Plan and Housing Choices. They then put Hickinbotham will continue for Greater Adelaide these ideas on paper to get a good for the next generation but most groups to discuss the key areas Hickinbotham director, Michael feel of where things may go and what importantly it’s about respecting of Connections, Facilities, Land- site investigations and work with where we’ve come from.” scape and Housing Choices in rela- the District Council of Mallala and Hickinbotham, then spoke to the in- may work. After contributions from Two tion to the Hickinbotham project. 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All smiles for Hamley CFS Hamley Bridge CFS opened its new brigade headquarters last Saturday. CFS chief officer, Greg Nettleton, cut the ribbon to officially open the new shed with Hamley Bridge life member and deputy group officer, Syd Martin. On display inside were two gleaming units. To the rear of the building was the newly-built operations and briefing centre. Hamley Bridge CFS captain, Fred Holtmann, acted as MC and outlined the new facilities to a big crowd. With his CFS crew and many cadets lined up behind him, Fred proudly detailed what had been achieved – and what still was planned for the future. He paid tribute to a long list of contributors and thanked the State government for funding the new facility. He praised Wakefield Regional Council for its assistance and in particular, chief executive officer, Phil Barry, who was in attendance. CFS chief officer, Greg Nettleton, said the CFS served not just its own region – but as shown recently, “crossed state boundaries to serve the nation.” Hamley Bridge CFS proved what a strong, vibrant and active community was in the town.

n THUMBS up from everyone, including Hamley Bridge CFS members and cadets and, front, (from left) Wakefield Plains group officer, Chris Cowan, Hamley Bridge captain, Fred Holtmann and CFS chief officer, Greg Nettleton. TOP: The new shed. Mr Nettleton said he was “amazed” at the number of cadet members. He said the community should be proud of the role the brigade played and its people, who provided essential services. Dean O’Grady received Hamley Bridge CFS life membership from chief officer Net-

tleton. Others to be awarded life membership but were absent on the day included Terry Durdin, Alan Milton and Les Stott. Colin Sellars received his 20 year service medal, also presented by CO Nettleton. Sam Martin, Colin Hyde and Trish Eats, also absent due to other commitments on the

day, received their 10 year service medals. • B A L A K L AVA CFS will officially open its new facilities on Edith terrace at 1pm on Sunday, August 28. n ENJOYING the opening of the new facilities was Darren Hewitt, of Stockport, and his children Katicia, Kynon, and Kiraleigh.

Upgrades at local intersections TWO local intersections will receive a revamp after funding support was recently announced from the Department of Transport, Energy and Infrastructure (DTEI) and Federal member for Wakefield, Nick Champion. Wakefield Regional Council (WRC) infrastructure services manager, David Hassett, revealed DTEI has agreed to assist with funding roadworks to restructure the intersection of Gwy terrace, Whitwarta road, Edith terrace and the Port Wakefield to Auburn road,

The intersection of the Blyth and Port Wakefield to Auburn road also received funding from the Federal government for a revamp under its ‘Black Spot’ initiative. Federal member for Wakefield, Nick Champion, recently announced the $390,000 funding to install deceleration lanes, improve road delineation and improve directional signage. “(It will) improve the access and egress of this junction, specifically where heavy movements are involved,” Mr Hassett said.

Les Pearson reports: locally known as McCracken Corner in Balaklava. “I have received confirmation from DTEI this week to their commitment for the McCracken Corner works and this is scheduled to be completed before the start of the 2011/12 harvest season,” Mr Hassett said. “WRC is a funding partner in this project and we will be informed in the planning stages.”

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“It is generally separate from the DTEI state budget. Under a similar program, WRC did the Nantawarra to Bumbunga road/rail crossing realignment to the value of $105,000, funded equally by DTEI and council, to improve sight distance issues at this site. DTEI would base a program of works and funding and undertake projects on other roads (as with WRC) throughout the year. This program is expected to be discussed with DTEI at the August 9 meeting.

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“I am not in a position to say when work will occur but I believe we would be notified in due course. “It is DTEI’s project and they will do the planning and design, and they keep WRC in the loop when they can. “I have a meeting with the regional manager on August 9 and I may know more from this. “Black Spot funding is funded by the Federal government and is based on road issues or potential sites where dollars should be prioritised,” Mr Hassett explained.

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Rates up with $980,000 budget deficit • From Page 1 Councillors had two options to choose from. First was to set a standard charge of $350 for each occupied premises and $280 for each unoccupied property across the whole district. Second was to charge Port Wakefield residents $376 for each occupied unit and $300 for each unoccupied unit, while the rest of the

district would be charged the $350 and $280 fee. Mr Jonas said it was a close vote, but council carried the second option. “I believe that was based on the fact a $376 service fee was a number talked about since the public consultation phase of the Port Wakefield CWMS project,” he said. The draft budget also estimates an operating deficit of $982,711, about

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$70,000 more than the initial estimate in the first draft budget. If council had opted to use the uniform CWMS service charge option, the deficit would have risen by more than $10,000. The capital works program was also carried, which included the remediation of 6.9 kilometres of sealed road and construction of 53.9 kilometres of category two and three

roads. Of high priority is the reforming and resheeting on several school bus routes, including 3.8 kilometres of McArdle road, Watchman road, Avon-Saints road and Hoyleton road. Rural storm water drainage, urban unsealed and sealed road and urban road enhancement works were also included in the $2.5 million capital works program. Plans for a crossfall to redirect

stormwater and also provide a sound road base on Hudson road, Balaklava, were also mentioned. Under council’s plant replacement program, it plans to sell a loader, bulldozer, prime mover, semi side tipper trailer, two backhoes and four utes. Council then plans to purchase a new loader, backhoe, prime mover, semi side tipper trailer, two small trucks and one new ute.

Acting CEO has experience WAKEFIELD Regional Council has appointed Geoff Sheridan as its acting chief executive officer for the next six months. With more than 30 years experience in senior management positions, including four years as CEO of the Kapunda and Light District Council, Mr Sheridan was comfortable taking the reins on Monday. He has also been acting CEO at Renmark Paringa Council last year and also most recently held the same position at the nearby Copper Coast District Council from February

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Les Pearson reports: until June. Mr Sheridan was working on getting acclimatised to the paperwork requiring attention and said he would be speaking with key staff members and eventually meet with elected members. “With the elected members, I like to have an open approach and hopefully I’ll get the opportunity soon to catch up with them individually and introduce myself,” he said. Mr Sheridan said council staff and councillors both tend to respond well to acting CEOs. “Generally it’s very good,” he said. “I’ve had an extensive career in local government, particularly in

education and training, and in a lot of cases, the staff have been a student or I’ve been in contact with them before.” He also believed council could still achieve at an optimum level despite his temporary status. “Very much so – but it depends on the council,” Mr Sheridan said. “Generally the role of an acting CEO is to keep an even keel and keep the council moving forward.” He said in his experience, staff and council still function well with an ACTING CEO Geoff Sheridan (right) with Steve acting CEO at the helm. Jonas, who stepped into the role from early June. “In local government the staff are extremely maximise opportunities ties as CEO Phil Barry dedicated and I like to get the most out of undergoes treatment for people to enjoy their those good qualities.” a brain tumor. work,” he said. “I have “We all hope Phil has While Mr Sheridan’s a very good rapport with term is six months, ex- a speedy recovery and most staff and look at tensions or reductions of is able to return soon,” their good qualities and that term are possibili- he said.

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Wasleys township is slowly moving forward with the post office expecting to open next Monday, July 18, at a new location. The new post office will be run by a local couple, and will provide residents with a range of postal services including bill payment, banking, stamps and prepackaging as well as being a point for collection and lodgement of mail. Local resident Glenys Laintoll, who is trying to organise a progress

association to kick start the town, is thrilled the post office will again be functioning to full capacity. “It will be great to get this going again, it’s a central point in our town,” Glenys said. While Glenys was happy on the news of the post office, she was disappointed she still has not been contacted by Light Regional council to help organise a community meeting to establish the progress association – as she was promised.

“It is quite disappointing. Council said we had their support, yet we have not heard a peep,” Glenys said. Light Regional Council mayor, Bill O’Brien, said the nearby Roseworthy project, which includes a population growth of 60,000 could help Wasleys in the direction of recovery. “We certainly don’t want Wasleys to feel like they’ve been abandoned,” Mr O’Brien said.

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Young volunteers are being encouraged to apply for a scholarship to help them help others more. The Office for Volunteers Youth Volunteer Scholarship Awards reward young South Australians, aged 25 years and under, who volunteer their time and talents to help others in the community. Scholarships are awarded in recognition of young volunteers who are currently involved in volunteering, have a history of community participation, and who have demonstrated their personal motivation and interest in volunteering and helping others. Winners of the scholarship awards will receive financial assistance to help with tuition fees associated with attending their chosen field of study at a university, TAFE SA, or vocational college course up to $3000. Applications close Friday, July 29. Contact the Office for Volunteers on 8463 4437 or email Paul.Donellan@ sa.gov.au. school news • Horizon Christian School had their adidas fun-run on June 16, raising over $6500 to go towards new sporting equipment. • Mallala Primary is collecting barcodes from McCain’s frozen vegetables. The barcodes transfer into points which can be redeemed for a range of gardening equipment for the school. So if you have some, please drop them into the front office. Kids, the school holidays are a time to get things cleaned up – like your bedrooms! So pull everything out from under your bed, throw out what you don’t need, vacuum under there, and then tidily put back only the necessities. That should last at least until the end of next term. Well maybe... Hamley Bridge Hamley hospital recently had its accreditation conducted over two days, and they passed with flying colours. Whilst still waiting for their ‘official’ report, staff are very proud of the review and it’s also great news for Hamley and district residents. Well done.

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Plans are already underway for the 2011 Kapunda Christmas Street Party. A group of dedicated locals have planned an exciting program of events where everyone can have fun and feel the spirit of Christmas in Kapunda. The event will be held on Friday December 16. For details, contact the secretary on 85663965. • Kapunda Christmas Street Party committee – back row, (from left), Jackie Williams and Norma McCarthy. Front: Allison Quinlan, Linda Smith and Sonia Fowler.

Trapped by too much information Snowtown We have heard terrible tales of mice problems around the district, but a certain Snowtown resident has been keeping a tally of his “catches”since the plague began. According to the local newsletter, Snowtown’s View, Don Whiting checks his traps every three hours, sometimes more often, every day, weighs the mice (yuck), and has even kept a tally of how much cheese he has used in his traps! It has cost him, thus far, 0.918cents per mouse, and the average weight is 14.52 grams. Seriously Don, that is too much information. Nevertheless, he has caught 5,120 little furry rodents as at

July 1, which including eight doubleheaders, (also didn’t need to know that bit), equals 5112 ‘trap-snaps’. Don, you need to get another hobby!

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Congratulations to Malcolm Hancock who is retiring to Clare after 37 years service to Snowtown and Districts St John/SAAmbulance. Malcolm joined St Johns in 1974, which was the start of a long relationship with ambulance and various health groups. He became involved in zone and branch committees, took on roles as training co-ordinator, driving instructor, examiner and lecturer, along with being involved on the

Library’s iPad win – with a little help from us! two wells Two Wells Library has won an Apple iPad from Encyclopaedia Britannica Australia. Kimberley Hargrave, Library services co-ordinator for District Council of Mallala and her team won the Britannica Challenge run by Public Libraries South Australia and Encyclopaedia Britannica.

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Snowtown Hospital Board and Lower North Health. Malcolm’s retirement was celebrated on June 30 with a dinner at the Snowtown Hotel. Guests had the opportunity to recall interesting times and incidents they experienced with Malcolm over the years, with a power point presentation of old photos creating much interest. Malcolm and his wife Heather will retire in Clare and we wish them all the best and thank them for your tireless work. port parham Senior Citizens of Dublin and Districts have Bingo every Tuesday at Port Parham Social Club 10am– 12.30pm. All welcome.

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Balco team pitches in for Barry family BALAKLAVA hay exporter Balco said a big thank you to Wakefield Regional Council chief executive officer, Phil Barry, wife Helen and daughter Vanessa on Monday, holding a working bee at the couple’s home. Mr Barry is currently on sick leave receiving treatment for a brain tumor. Balco staff and other helpers were busily pruning roses, weeding and raking the Barry family’s garden. Balco managing director, Malcolm May, said the company had a strong appreciation for the council chief’s support over the years. “We’re so thankful for what’s done in the community and what he’s done for Balco to help us grow,” Mr May said. “He really has just helped make the path easier for us to expand. “We’re so lucky to be able to do something for him. That’s what it boils down to. “He’s done things for us but so much more for other people so this is just one little thing we can do to help him, Helen and Vanessa. “It’s really a community thankyou to him.” “It’s our chance to give a little bit back,” Balco general manager, Rob Lawson, added.

A HELPING hand from Balco employees (from left) Tim Latchford, Darren Scholz (rear), Sam Lamond, Fran Henderson and Carolyn Scholz.

Man charged over scrap metal MALLALA

MALLALA police attended a farming/grazing property on Beach road, Windsor, on Monday, July 4, after receiving information thieves had disassembled a steel scrub rake with a view of taking the components and on-selling them to a scrap metal merchant. Police located evidence at the scene, which upon conducting further enquiries, led them to a scrap dealer at Waterloo Corner. Police seized a quantity of stolen property from the dealer, including cattle yard panels, scaffolding fittings and other sundry steel items. Later that same day, Police arrested a 47-year-old Port Parham man for five counts of theft. It is to be alleged over a

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investigating the theft of a steel toolbox containing a number of plumbing tools from Sharman’s Metaland at Long Plains on Tuesday, July 5. Thieves allegedly entered a large storage shed on the property and stole the items. Police are confident the suspects in this matter will be quickly apprehended after gaining CCTV security footage depicting the alleged suspects. •MALLALA Police are investigating the theft of a pressure cleaner from business premises on Adelaide road, Mallala, on Thursday, July 7. It is alleged thieves entered the property and stole the cleaner, which was stored at the rear of

the property. The pressure cleaner is valued at $9000. •A 33-year-old Mallala man was reported by local police for two counts of assault on Friday, July 8, after an alleged domestic dispute, which occurred against a woman and her daughter in the early hours of Sunday morning, July 3. The man will receive a summons to appear in court.

TWO WELLS

ABOUT $2000 worth of deep cell batteries and a charger for the batteries were stolen from a work compound, which was broken into on the Old Port Wakefield road at Two Wells on Monday, July 4. About 30 litres of diesel fuel and a two-way radio were also stolen from a front-end loader, which was located at a quarry at Port Prime. •TWO Wells Primary School was subjected to a graffiti attack, which took place over the weekend of July 2 and 3. The damage was mini-

mal and contained to only one building. •A PROPERTY at Dawkins road, Two Wells had its shed broken into on Friday, July 8. A quantity of fishing equipment was stolen out of the shed. A quad bike, which was parked in a nearby open shed on the property, was also stolen. •A disturbance at Old Port Wakefield road, Two Wells in the early hours of the morning on Saturday, July 9, lead to two assaults and a broken window to a business premises. The assaults did not result in any serious injuries and police are following up several lines of enquiry.

BALAKLAVA

POLICE are investigating a serious criminal trespass in which a mini motorcycle was stolen from an address in Balaklava on Thursday, July 7. Anyone who has information in relation to this matter is asked to contact Balaklava Police or BankSACrimeStoppers.

Carbon tax: Local issues

‘Breathing space’ for trucking THE Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has welcomed the Federal government’s decision to exempt the trucking industry from carbon tax until July 1, 2014. In contrast, many off-road users of fuel, including the mining, rail and aviation industries, will be subject to carbon tax from July 1, 2012. Chairman of the Australian Trucking Association, David Simon, said the government’s decision would give small trucking businesses a breathing space to increase their fuel efficiency and renegotiate contracts with their customers. “In the lead up to Sunday’s announcement, the ATA argued strongly trucking operators should be exempt from the carbon tax altogether,” Mr Simon said. “In a series of meetings we pointed out 85 per cent of trucking businesses have fewer than five employees, and a limited ability to pass on increases in their costs. “We pointed out the industry has reduced its greenhouse gas emissions by 35 per cent per billion tonne kilometres since 1990, as well as massively reducing its other emissions. This has cost the industry hundreds of millions of dollars. “And we pointed out business conditions for trucking operators were extremely tough. “The ATA didn’t win outright, but we did secure a two-year exemption from the tax for the industry. “I would like to thank the government for listening. The exemption will give trucking operators time to renegotiate long-term contracts with their customers and look at how to improve their fuel efficiency.” On July 1, 2014, the effective fuel tax paid by trucking operators will increase 6.858 cents per litre, matching the planned 2014-15 carbon price of $25.40. This is expected to cost the industry and its customers $510 million in 2014-15 alone. The industry’s effective fuel tax will then vary every six months as Australia’s carbon price changes. Mr Simon said the government would need to push ahead with fixing the road transport regulations and charges that prevent trucking operators from using the most efficient equipment.

Bad news for Mallala council works vegie growers

on residential growth District Council of Mallala has made a submission on the state planning department’s proposed Urban Neighbourhood Zone module. The urban neighbourhood module will apply to the new growth areas on the fringe, or townships within the greater Adelaide Region. District Council of Mallala chief executive officer,

Charles Mansueto, believes the outcome will be significantly beneficial. “The module provides for a state approach for future residential growth and also includes scope for accommodating new activity centres to service the area,” Mr Mansueto said. The zone is intended to be mostly residential, but will also include activity

WE HEARD! n A retired farmer living in Balaklava’s Moody Estate was wanting to be useful during seeding, so he got the job of tractor driving. But with the use of modern technology such as autosteer and GPS, he quickly became bored. Unlike any normal person, who might turn on the radio, he decided to bob up and down to his own rhythm by playing his mouth organ in between turning corners. Or maybe he couldn’t really find the on/off radio button? Nevertheless that’s something unique to do in the tractor.

centres involving potential retail and commercial uses to support residential growth. In the council submission, it was noted urban densities may need to be reviewed in line with existing expectations of character. This may be done by reducing the amount of storeys to no more than three and adopt a more flexible approach to achieving desired densities. “Developments will likely have a mix of densities to suit different needs,” Mr Mansueto said. “The final draft should be able to consider the impact of activity centres on existing town centres so it does not threaten the viability of existing services,” he said.

RELEASE of the Federal government’s carbon plan is likely to spell bad news for vegetable and potato growers around the country as the industry faces further increases in electricity costs on top of already extraordinary increases. AUSVEG Chair, John Brent, said there seems to be little understanding of the difficulties already facing growers around Australia who have been hit with massive energy increases before the tax was even announced. AUSVEG is the National Peak Industry body for Australia’s 9,000 vegetable and potato growers. “Electricity is critically essential to food production; without it irrigation can’t be operated and produce can’t be refrigerated. Any increase to electricity prices will have further adverse impacts on the bottom line of these businesses” Mr Brent said. “While agricultural emissions have been excluded from the carbon tax and the fuel excise has been left in place for a short while, the ‘storm’ for vegetable and potato production will be the increasing costs of power and in 2014 the increases in our transportation costs.” Plains Producer, Wednesday July 13, 2011

NEWS FEATURE v Carbon tax: Local issues

Champion: ‘We’ll look after you’ Federal Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion, said the Labor government is acting on climate change to put Australia in a strong position in the future “for our children and grandchildren.” Mr Champion said putting a price on carbon would require Australia’s biggest polluters to pay for the pollution they put into our atmosphere. A carbon price was not a tax on households. Mr Champion said more than half of the revenue raised by the carbon tax would go to helping households make ends meet. “I understand balancing the family budget isn’t an easy task for many families in Wake-

field, Mr Champion said. “As we move towards a clean energy future, the government will look after those people who don’t have a lot of room to move in their budgets, like families on low incomes and pensioners in Wakefield. “I’ve ensured 56,700 people within the Wakefield electorate will receive household assistance through payments and even more local people will benefit from tax cuts. Nine out of 10 households across Australia

would receive assistance through a combination of tax cuts, higher family payments and increases in pensions and benefits. Almost six million Australian households would get tax cuts or payment increases that cover the entire average price impact. “The carbon price will be paid by around 500 big polluters – not by households – and is a key element of the government’s plans to cut pollution and move Australia to cleaner energy,” Mr Champion said “On average, prices will rise by $9.90 per week for households but Labor has made sure they will get $10.10 per week in assistance. “From day one of the carbon price on July

1 2012, every taxpayer with income below $80,000 will receive a tax cut, with most getting at least $300 a year. “These tax cuts will be permanent, and they will increase. On 1 July 2015, a second round of tax cuts will apply, increasing the benefit to at least $385 a year for most taxpayers earning under $80,000 compared to now. “For the first time in this country’s history, Australia’s big polluters will have to pay for the pollution they create. “Every dollar raised will go to assisting households, supporting jobs, and investing in our clean energy future.” • Go to www.cleanenergyfuture.gov.au

Edwards: ‘Bad for rural SA’ Local companies to feel carbon impact, warns our new Senator ONE week into his term on the Australian Senate, Clare local, Liberal Senator Sean Edwards, has found himself amidst some of the most chaotic times in Australian politics. “A senior parliamentarian told me I’ve come in at one of the most interesting times in this country since 1973 (Whitlam government),” Senator Edwards said. Last week, for the first time in 61 years, Parliament sat in July and on Sunday, Prime Minister Julia Gillard put a starting price on carbon, at $23 a tonne. According to Senator Edwards, the Gillard Labor government has been a victim of the Greens holding the balance of power. “My view is the initiative was motivated by the Greens’ agenda dominating negotiations in the Labor caucus,” he said. He believed it was a decision that has put thousands of jobs in jeopardy, suggesting large local companies, such as Balco and San Remo, will feel the impact of the price on carbon. The carbon price will further inflate the cost of electricity, resulting in higher production expenses. “This will certainly effect them and could cost local jobs,” Senator Edwards said. As a business owner himself with a winery in the Clare Valley, he believed the carbon price has effectively prevented him from investing in his business, stunting its growth.

By Les Pearson “There are 42 wineries in Clare, all facing a 30 per cent increase in production costs, that is really worrying in an industry with such low profit margins in recent years,” he said. Senator Edwards said he wanted to keep the carbon price impact at the forefront of voters’ minds. “I will continually remind people about it and as the opposition, we have to work to expose bad government policy and this is bad policy,” he said. “It is bad for rural South Australia, it’s bad for all of rural Australia. “This is not just pithy talk, it’s real.” He said while climate change is a global issue, Australia pricing carbon at such an earlier stage puts it out of step with greater Europe and the United States. Senator Edwards believed it also disadvantaged local industries with the likelihood of cheaper commodities being imported from overseas producers. Despite talk from the government of compensation for nine out of 10 households and job security not being an issue, Senator Edwards believed the impact of the carbon price has been understated. “It’s the old saying, if it looks to good to be true, it probably is,” he said. “What is going to be the real cost?”

SEAN Edwards signs on as a new Liberal Senator. At left is Senator, David Fawcett.

Busy time in new role CARBON price aside, Clare local, Senator Sean Edwards, has rural Australian issues high on his political agenda. He was delighted when announced as a member of the Rural Affairs and Transportation Committee last week. Senator Edwards said serving on the committee fits his portfolio to a tee and was more than satisfied to represent rural South Australians and their concerns on a national stage. From the grain growers, to coal mining and gas providers, he said he would be flying the flag for all industries. “I couldn’t have asked to get on a better committee,” Senator Edwards said. “Based on my business experience

and expertise, that is just delightful.” It has been a tumultuous time in Canberra after his swearing in earlier this month. “I’ve enjoyed it, although committee hearings start at 7.15am and the earliest I got home was 11pm,” he said. “I always knew parliamentarians were hard working but I didn’t realise they worked so hard on so many things.” With his first speech scheduled for August 28, Senator Edwards has been working on a basic structure but will delve into full preparation mode closer to the date. He said he would outline his early agenda during his speech, touching on alternative energy options as a key subject.

“I’ll also be addressing the elephants in the lounge room, those issues that are obvious to everyone and discussing the promotion of South Australia’s competitive advantage around the world,” Senator Edwards said. As a regular on the road, he will be travelling to various rural districts throughout his term . “I’m travelling all the time,” Senator Edwards said. “Today (Monday) is my first day in my office since starting over a week ago.” Senator Edwards will be visiting Balaklava at the end of the month at the Wakefield Federal Elections Commission (FEC) annual general meeting at Balaklava Bowling Club. The meeting will be held on Friday, July 29.

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NEWS v District

Welcome to our newest Aussie mates Despite already considering themselves Aussies, seven local residents were officially announced as Australian citizens on Monday July 11. The citizenship ceremony was held in the Mallala Council Chambers with Goyder MP, Steven Griffiths, in attendance. Tim Brand, 38, of Lewiston, was one of the residents who became a citizen on Monday. Originally from England, Tim arrived in Australia in 1989 for work and now has successfully established his own earth moving business, ‘Tim’s Dingo Service’, which is in it’s fifth year. “I love Australia’s weather, it’s people and of course my wife, who I

met here,” Tim said. Even though Tim has been in Australia for many years, he said it was the right time to apply for citizenship. Another Lewiston resident, Gary Lightfoot, 45, also became a citizen. While both his parents were British, Gary originally came from South Africa, moving to Australia with his parents when he was 14. His mum now resides in Balaklava. “I love the freedom you get living in Australia, plus I know I’m an Aussie when I love my meat pies and iced coffee,” Gary said. Gary applied for a citizenship to make it easier to travel, plus he had said he always wanted to do it. “I’ve lived in Australia

the majority of my life so thought it was right,” Gary said. The Austria family of five, living at Wild Horse Plains, were also thrilled to become Aussies.

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n ALL smiles for our new Aussies (from left), rear: Steven Griffiths MP, Gary Lightfoot, Federico Austria, Timothy Brand, DCM mayor, Marcus Strudwicke, CEO Charles Mansueto, community servcies officer, Lynette Seccafien and representative for Leesa Vlahos, Julie Woodman. Front: Maria Erica, Maria Fe, Emmanuel and Maria Christine Austria.

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Wednesday Pet owners should be brushing up on doggie dental care, with oral hygiene being one of the most overlooked factors in the healthy upbringing of the family animal, a leading vet has advised. Dr Mark Perissinotto, head vet at VetShopAustralia. com.au, said oral care was a very important part of a pet’s overall health and wellbeing and recommends annual dental checks to safeguard against pain and suffering. “Studies have shown that 80 percent of dogs over three years of age show signs of oral or dental disease. Your dog may develop bad breath, gum disease, rotten and damaged teeth if his dental hygiene is not properly cared for,” Dr Perissinotto said. With advanced teeth problems being life threatening and expensive to treat, the advice from www.vetshopaustralia.com.au is that prevention is far better than cure. “The key is to establish healthy dental habits at a young age,” Dr Perissinotto said. “Dogs with poor oral health are a lot more likely to develop heart disease later in life than those with good oral health.” Quality dry pet food combined with raw meaty bones was a good place to start as the chewing action cleans teeth and gums. He said it was important for pet owners to consult their veterinarian about safe and effective commercial products such as brushes, pastes, spray gels and toys.

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and around 2 mm elsewhere. The outlook for Sunday, Monday and Tuesday is for a cold front to bring scattered showers across the agricultural area and south of the Pastoral districts, becoming isolated after the weekend. An area of rain may also extend from the west late in the period. CENTRAL DISTRICT FORECAST Wednesday: Isolated showers about Kangaroo Island and the Fleurieu Peninsula. Patchy rain extending over remainder during the day. Cool to cold with light southeasterly winds. Thursday: Patchy rain, easing to isolated showers during the afternoon and evening. Cool to cold with light east to northeasterly winds. Friday: Fine with some high cloud. Cool with light to moderate northeast winds. GULF WATERS FORECAST Wednesday: Winds: West to northwesterly 5 to 10 knots tending northeast to northwesterly during the morning. Seas: Below 1 metre. Swell: Southwesterly about 1 metre. Thursday: Winds: East to northeasterly 5 to 15 knots.

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NEWS v District n TUESDAY AUGUST 9

Australia counting on you for Census GET set to count heads on the night of Tuesday, August 9 in the national Census. The Australian Bureau of Statistics Census, which is in its 100th year, is held every five years, with the last in August 2006. The Census provides a comprehensive snapshot of Australia, helping governments, businesses and community groups plan for future infrastructure and service needs. Australia currently is populated with about 22.64 million people. An army of people will distribute census forms to every one of Australia’s 9.8 million households. The Census costs about $440 million – or about $19 per person. Its largest single cost is $159 million in salaries paid to 45,000 people to help deliver and collect census forms. A national television campaign will begin on July 18 and the Census collectors will start to visit households on July 29. The main Census forms are the household form and the personal form. The household form has 61 questions and the personal has 55. Depending on the individual, expect to take about 20-25 minutes to complete the details. There is also the option of completing the Census online, through the method of eCensus. This opens online from July 28. It is expected 25 per cent of the population will choose the eCensus option. If you have problems completing the eCensus contact the Census Inquiry Service on 1300 338 776.

what happens? Q. What is the Census? A. The national Census of Populations and Housing is run by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and aims to accurately measure the number of people in Australia on Census night, their key characteristics, and the houses in which they live. Q. Why does Australia have a Census? A. The Census captures an accurate snapshot and helps build a true understanding of Australian society. Census data is used by all levels of government, businesses and community sectors for planning services and infrastructure. Population estimates are also used to determine electoral boundaries and allocate government funding to South Australia. Q. How do I receive my Census form? A. Over the next two weeks a Census collector will come to your door. This year you can choose to do the fast, easy and secure eCensus online with your eSensus envelope containing a unique ID code, or the paper Census form. Your collector will offer you both methods. Q. How will I recognise my Census collector? A. Your Census collector will be carrying a bright yellow collector satchel bag and will have official Census identification Q. If I have questions or need help to complete my form is there someone I can contact? A. Your collector will provide a Census form guide with the Census forms. If you cannot find your answer there, contact the Census Inquiry Service on 1300 338 776.

Agricultural deadline close

OPERATORS of agricultural businesses have until tomorrow – July 14 – to complete the online or paper agricultural Census form. The forms were despatched to about 175,000 agricultural businesses across Australia in June. Preliminary data will be released in November with final data released from June 2012 Plains Producer, Wednesday July 13, 2011

BRIAN Page in Blyth deli with the TRAX FM crew, technician Graham Johnston, and DJs Merv and Maggie Davies.

Page’s Deli rocks Blyth Blyth residents and Page’s Deli owners Brian and Elaine Page, recently got their shot at fame when Port Pirie radio station, Trax FM, broadcast live from inside the popular deli. Trax FM manager, John Rohde, said they chose to broadcast live from the deli, due to the support of the station by siblings Brian and Elaine. “They both have very strong support for our station, they ring up and request songs all the time, so we thought we would give something back to show our support to them and also the community,” Mr Rohde said. The broadcast, held on Tuesday July 5, started at 1pm and finished at 4pm. “That was the time Brian and Elaine’s favourite program, Rock and Roll, aired,” Mr Rohde said. Local resident Janet Zweck said Brian, who had worked at the family-owned business since he was a boy, was “proud as punch”. Brian and Elaine hosted a barbecue for locals who came to watch. This community outreach by Trax FM was favoured by locals and Mr Rohde said the station would do more community events in future.

Enjoying the sausage sizzle and drinks with Brian were (from left) Les Maynard, Brian Eime, Tony Wright and Alf McQuirk. – PICTURES courtesy Janet Zweck.

Steve joins new ARGA

Tree planting helps our coast Volunteers planted native seedlings at Port Prime yesterday – with help from Adelaide and Mount Lofty Ranges Natural Resource Management Board Coastal Projects co-ordinator,

Caroline Taylor (left) and District Council of Mallala NRM Coast Estuary and Marine officer, Aleisa Lamanna The pair was busy earlier preparing for the tree planting

and shrugging off the cold weather. The project, which aims to protect coastline areas, is funded by the AMLRNRM board, supported by Mallala Council.

Riverton’s Steve Ball has joined the Agricultural Reference Group of Australia (ARGA). Grain Growers Limited announced Mr Ball would join 11 other inaugural members of the newly-formed ARGA. ARGA is a national group established by Grain Growers to provide practical, strategic and independent appraisal of products, services and techniques in areas such as productivity, climate, biosecurity and trade being developed for Australian agriculture. Mark Allison, Grain Growers CEO, said AGRA consisted of an impressive group of individuals who would assist Grain Growers to promote the development of a sustainable, viable and efficient grains industry. Mr Ball operates a farm business in the Gilbert Valley and has cropped for the last 13 years. He is a Bachelor of Agricultural Science.

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LOCAL v Living

The way We were

YEARS AGO July 2006

• Amanda Lockwood won the prestigious Wakefield Regional Council Art Prize, in Balaklava Courthouse Gallery’s Balco Art Prize.

YEARS AGO July 2001

• Geoff Lester stared in the Owen Player’s Production comedy play, ‘No Matter What Time’, as the lead character Henry Fitzhuburt who cheats on his wife and gets cursed by their evil servant.

Road racing…on your bike! Cycling has always been a popular activity and in recent years, there has been a great resurgence in its popularity as a way of keeping fit. In years gone by, most towns had a cycling club and there were usually cycle races included in the program of events at sports carnivals where the towns would compete against each other. These events must have been a real endurance test for the riders, given that they were often held in the middle of summer and most roads would have had a rough gravel surface.

YEARS AGO July 1991

• Talented Riverton swimmer, Suzanne Schwarz, left for Hawaii with 13 other Elizabeth Aquatic Club members, to compete in the three day Manoe International in Honolulu. COMMUNITY

Diary& •Jul 16: Salt of the Earth Country Market, Port Wakefield. • Jul 19: Meals on Wheels AGM, Lutheran Church Hall. • Aug 5, 6, 7: Balaklava Eisteddfod. • Aug 6: Salt of the Earth Country Market. • Aug 12: Blyth paper drive. • Aug 13: Balaklava, Mallala, Owen, Pt Wakefield paper drive. • Aug 20: Salt of the Earth Country Market. • Oct 9: Lions Auction. • Dec 16: Balaklava Christmas Pageant. Send us your diary dates!

Heritage Highlights

RIGHT: Starters for the February 17 race. BELOW: Grand final placegetters a month later.

by Norma Schopp

In 1940, the Adelaide Chronicle featured pictures from what appears to be a series of five- mile road races held at Balaklava in February and March. Pictured are the competitors lining up for the race held on February 17, 1940, and the grand final place-getters a month later.

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of those sticks-in-your-head for hours kinds of things. We have an embarrassment of riches now when it comes to hip-hop acts in Oz, and Melbourne’s Illy is probably one of the smoothest-sounding of the lot. Illy’s collaboration with the beautiful Owl Eyes from last year, “It Can Wait”, is one of my favourite tracks of recent times, and apparently I’m no orphan in that regard as it made it to No. 29 in the Hottest 100 of 2010. Speaking of Hottest 100’s, it’s a great time to be a music fan with the J’s rolling out the Aussie albums countdown. Absolutely loving it at the moment, although the suspense is killing me! All but the top five have been revealed at the time of writing, and judging from what’s been, they will have to be pretty special. With any luck, I’ll win the competition and will own all 100 soon! Tune in next time, coz I’m Mr Brightside.

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NEWS v District

Locals in Advantage SA regional awards

Local businesses have been nominated for the Advantage SA 2011 South Australian Regional Awards. These included Warehouse Matrix, of Balaklava and Taylors Wines, Auburn, for the large business category,. Tracy Vandepeer, of Auburn, has been nominated in the category of tourism. Noel Bubner, of Owen, and his AgriCycling business has been entered for a small business award, along with Budget Botanics, of Balaklava. The Advantage SA awards aim to recognise people, enterprises and initiatives that made a significant contribution to their region and the state over a 12 month period. With nominations closed, Advantage SA Communications Executive, Helen Sutherland, said there was a considerable amount of entries from the Yorke and Mid North region in comparison to previous years. The 2011 Regional Awards ceremony for the Yorke and Mid North region will be held on Wednesday, October 5.

Volunteer grants open Applications are now open for the State government’s annual grants to support South Australian volunteering activities. Minister for Volunteers, Grace Portolesi, said the Volunteer Support Fund, totalling $150,000 this year, encouraged more volunteer participation and supported initiatives directly benefiting volunteers. “Since the grant scheme was introduced in 2002, the government has contributed more than $1.4 million to more than 950 community organisations under the Fund,” Ms Portolesi said. Individual grants of up to $3,000 are available to community-based and not-for-profit organisations to run events held around International Volunteers Day on December 5. The grants also support their volunteers, through training programs and the purchase of resources.” Volunteer organisations this year have an additional option of using some of their grant for hosting events to thank volunteers. Applications close at 5pm on Monday, August 22. Application forms and guidelines are available from the website www.ofv.sa.gov.au or by phoning the Office for Volunteers on 8463 4490.

Cutting the 30th anniversary cake, (from left) incoming president and charter member John Curnow, charter member Geoff Donlon, outgoing president Brian Smith, charter members Neil Kakoschke, Mick King, and Kel Prescott and past District Governor John Tayler. BELOW: Incoming president John Curnow (left) being presented with the club’s charter by outgoing President, Brian Smith.

n HANDOVER ceremony:

30 years for Mallala Lions ABOUT 45 people helped the Mallala Lions Club celebrate its 30th anniversary with a lunch attended by past and present members of the club on Sunday, July 3. Former president, Brian Smith, who officially handed over the reigns to new president John Curnow, said he couldn’t

be prouder of the club. “I have been with the club for 28 years, and have seen it achieve many things,” Mr Smith said. Past district governor, Dean Noll from Gawler Lions, inducted incoming president John Curnow and the new board.

Mr Smith thanked the club members for their work throughout the year and awarded Neil Slater the clubs appreciation award for outstanding service. John Curnow, Neil Kakoschke, Geoff Donlon and Mick King were awarded 30 year charter certificates.

Plan to answer the call of caravaners NEW shower and toilet amenities are in the pipeline to be built at Mallala oval. District Council of Mallala (DCM) is supporting the proposal made by the Mallala Lions club, due to the increasing number of caravans using the area for camping. Past president of Mallala Lions, Brian Smith, says this is a necessary step to attract more people to the town. “People are using the grounds as a free camping zone, but we don’t have proper amenities,” Mr Smith said. DCM chief executive officer,

Mallala oval showers, toilets proposal Charles Mansueto said council was “all for” the new facilities. “The process will involve engaging with the local community to seek their feedback on the project,” Mr Mansueto said. “Mallala Lions like many other community groups does a lot of great work for the local community, much of which can go unnoticed.” With up to eight powered sites to be established, along with shower and

toilet facilities, Mr Smith said this will be a beneficial step in further developing the town. “With powered sites and proper facilities, more people will camp here, bringing business to the town,” Mr Smith said. While caravan users will not be required to pay to use the site, donations would be appreciated. “Visitors can support the local community through spending in local

businesses and by visiting many local attractions like Rockies Reserve and the museum,” Mr Mansueto said. While the project needs to be discussed with the wider community before it can go ahead, Mr Smith admits it could be costly. “The upgrade will take two or three stages to complete – and the first stage could cost up to $100,000,” he said. Local organisations have volunteered to help and Mr Smith said Mallala Football Club had indicated its support for the plan.

n PORT WAKEFIELD: WORKERS TAKE INDUSTRIAL ACTION

Proof range pay protest

CIVILIAN employees working for the Australian Defence Force at the Port Wakefield Proof Range have joined with their compatriots around the nation, taking industrial action with the aim to stop alleged wage cuts. The joint union campaign to stop cuts within the Department of Defence has had a win last week, with a nationwide rejection of management’s latest enterprise bargaining agreement (EBA) offer. The resounding “no” vote cast by 72 per cent of the civilian workforce (75 per cent voted) triggered a series of industrial actions across the nation last Thursday. Australian Manufacturer’s and Workers Union (AMWU) national secretary of the Technical, Supervisory and Administrative (TSA)

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did you know? n The Port Wakefield Proof and Experimental Establishment conducts weapons research and testing for the Australian Army and Navy. It is the only range in Australia where projectiles can be fired into a coastal area and, because of coastal tides, retrieved relatively undamaged for assessment and review. division, Mike Nicolaides, said members were annoyed by the weak offer made by the department, which included a three per cent increase each year over three years. “That is below CPI, which is currently 3.3 percent,” he said. “It’s predicted to stay around this level until December 2013. “If that’s the case then our members will have ef-

fectively taken a pay cut.” Mr Nicolaides believed the wage increases should cover the inflation rate, as a bare minimum. “No one could accuse them (AWMU members) of being greedy, they’re asking for wages to meet inflation, they want a share of their contribution to productivity and to keep up with market rates,” he said. “These aren’t unreason-

able requests.” The Plains Producer spoke to one of the AMWU members working at the Proof Range during their own stop work process. The man, who did not wish to be named, explained the employees were stopping work for 15 minutes. During this time, the 33 workers were relaxing, kicking the football – anything but working. He claimed this would then cause the Department of Defence to deduct 15 minutes of wages from their pay slips, creating a huge administrative problem. Of about 20,000 workers, the man believed about six people were employed on payroll and with the stop work process, it would develop a large paper jam in the offices.

He believed the industrial action would open negotiations once more. “The Department of Defence did not want to negotiate at all, it was either like it or lump it,” the man said. “We’ll start off with this and if things don’t go well, it will escalate further.” “We want to negotiate a better offer, we’re not taking industrial action for the sake of it,” Mr Nicolaides said.   “They negotiate with us reasonably and we’ll settle, they’ve haven’t to date. “The early indications are negotiations will not conclude until late August. “Until then there will be a range of industry action taken at sites around the country.” Another 15-minute stop work period is scheduled at the Port Wakefield Proof Range next week.

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Busy team have their ‘skates on’ Snowtown skate park’s fundraising has reached nearly $19,000. The fundraising committee has been busy, working as gatekeepers for home football matches on a roster system and committee members will act as drink waters for a social club function at the club on July 23.

Michelle Dohnt, writing in the local newsletter, Snowtown’s View, said catering for a luncheon, and a “trash and treasure” with a bike-a-thon were also likely fundraisers. Michelle said a colouring competition also was “in the pipeline.” “We thought this might be a way

of getting the younger children involved,” Michelle said. The committee will apply for registered tax deductibility, allowing cash donations to be more attractive. • A new police officer will take up residence in Snowtown at the end of July.

Bowled over by Dean’s love of cricket

For Snowtown resident Dean Hoskin, cricket is more than a sport. Mr Hoskin, who displays the sign ‘House of Cricket’ outside his home, caught our attention with his enthusiasm for the game. Having played cricket for Lochiel for 25 years, Mr Hoskin has a great passion for cricket. “Years ago I went to Adelaide Oval to purchase a bowling machine and instead I ended up signing up for a course to become a accredited cricket coach under the South Australian Cricket Association,” Mr Hoskin said. At the time of his accreditation he was playing cricket with a sign writer, who was given his first job of making

By Sally Crowther Mr Hoskin’s sign which still hangs proudly outside his Snowtown home. Having been an accredited cricket coach for around 20 years, Mr Hoskin has let this lapse. “It just came to the stage I didn’t need it anymore, and I’m nearly 70, so my age wasn’t helping,” Mr Hoskin said. Mr Hoskin taught several students, one of whom he is very proud of in particular. “I taught local girl, Lauren Ebsary, and today she is playing in the under 21’s for Australia,” Mr Hoskin said.

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He started coaching Lauren when she was 14, and even though she hadn’t played a single game, he saw potential. “She played her very first game in the under 17 team for the state in Brisbane,” Mr Hoskin said. Lauren has now moved to Adelaide and has played in a 20/20 match along with a Test match in England. Mr Hoskin said they still keep in contact. “I’m very proud of her, she kept me young, and also kept my passion thriving for cricket,”Mr Hoskin said. Now coaching another local girl, Mr Hoskin is unsure what the future holds. “I guess I will just keep on coaching and help other cricket enthusiasts reach their potential,” he said.

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School’s healthy choices are all class Snowtown Area School has an active health and physical education committee comprising students, teachers and parents. During the first half of this year students had the opportunity to take part in a number of sporting events including sports days with other schools, “knock out” basketball, netball clinic, ice skating, volleyball and cross country running. Health and physical education teacher, Luke Dunstan, has provided instruction in athletics, football and softball. Each day students from reception to year 7 take part in a 10 minute

n A combined sports day with Port Broughton and Snowtown Area schools. n RIGHT: What makes a healthy lunch? Students (from left) Amber Thomas, Shona Anderson, Emily Thomas and Kyrstal-Rose Wakefield show us. fitness activity, as we know this improves brain function. Sporting options and physical activity are encouraged at lunchtimes, with football coaching being offered by Andrew Elix, as part of his fitness apprenticeship. A major sporting

event each year is a combined sports day with Port Broughton and Snowtown Area Schools. The event was held in Port Broughton in 2010 and 2011, but will be hosted by Snowtown Area School in Snowtown in 2012.

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lunches of all students up to year 7 against the healthy food pyramid. This encouraged all students to think about what they had in their lunch boxes. One parent commented on how this influenced her children to ask for healthier food choices.

An Australian style deli and diner with fresh food, pastries and homecooked meals is adding a whole new dining experience to Snowtown. The Snowtown Deli and Diner, which recently opened on June 1, boasts all the qualities of a local deli and diner, but has so much more. It’s no longer anAmerican-style icecreamery and sidewalk cafe. Just wait until you try the refreshing new menu. New owners Chris, a chef of 34 years, along with son Ben who has a Certificate 3 in hospitality run the shop along with friendly staff Sue, Heather and Aaron. While Chris runs the Snowtown Deli and Diner, Ben is hard at work at the Bute Deli and Diner, which they have owned for two and a half years. Snowtown Deli and Diner offers fresh foods cooked to order with an extensive menu of restaurant-style meals. This menu includes fresh ingredients with five cuts of steak, four of lamb, four of poultry and eight kinds of seafood, all cooked to your preference. If you’re after something lighter, the cafe options are endless, with home made schnitzels,

NEW owner Chris, offers a great menu – and top coffee! burgers, wraps, pastries and more. “With the range on our menus there will surely be something to suit all palates,” Chris said. Long time chef Chris also recommends his homemade bruschettas or dukkah, which is a mix of ground hazelnuts and indigenous herbs and spices, served with generous chunks of bakery bread. “Food is not rocket science. Common sense, hygiene and innovation is really all that is needed,” Chris said. The Snowtown Deli and Diner can also cater for any special occasion,

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special feature JOHN DAWKINS takes us on an incredible football journey from 1911 to 2011...

100 years of Two Wells Football Club

wo Wells Football Club started its formal existence as an affiliate of the Adelaide Plains Football Association. Other clubs competing in that association at the time were Mallala, Dublin, Windsor, Lower Light and Virginia. During the 1920s, the club fielded two sides –an A grade in the APFA while a B grade competed in the Lower North Association against Korunye, Angle Vale, Virginia, Smithfield and Salisbury. In 1928 the club reverted to only one team – in Lower North - and immediately won three premierships in a row, to be repeated in the 1970s. The association folded in the early ’30s and Two Wells returned to Adelaide Plains where it competed until the suspension of foot-

ball due to World War II in 1939. Immediately after the War, Two Wells joined a re-formed Lower North association – playing against Virginia, Smithfield, Salisbury, Roseworthy Town and Gawler River. However, in 1948 the club moved to the Gawler B grade Association where it competed against Virginia, Sandy Creek and the second sides of the three Gawler clubs and Roseworthy College. Indeed, the club competed as far afield as Sedan-Cambrai in 1955. In fact, a stalwart of SedanCambrai well remembers travelling to Two Wells oval and getting changed behind a large boxthorn bush on the hill! The club remained in Gawlerbased competitions throughout the ’50s – playing in the second tier

THEN and now – celebrating the 1977 win – and the future of the club today, as Caleb Hagenbucher prepares to kick away in a mini league game earlier this year. of what had become the Gawler and District Football League. Two Wells won the premiership at this level in 1957 – defeating Greenock at Roseworthy College. They again played in the Grand Final a year later, but lost to Virginia. These two clubs amalgamated for the 1959 season, fielding sides in both A and B grades. In 1960 the merged club played colts football for the first time and took home the premiership shield at that level. A large number of

clubs left Gawler and District before the 1961 season. South Gawler and Roseworthy College entered the Adelaide Plains Football League, while Two Wells-Virginia joined Salisbury, Elizabeth, Salisbury North, Elizabeth North and Smithfield in forming the new Central Districts Football Association.

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The GOLDEN era

There were many highlights during our time at Two Wells and we will relive some of these at the forthcoming Two Wells Centenary, but highlighted here are: o Rowey dashing from a half back flank, taking all before him, including opposition players. o The fearsome dashes of Ray and Wayne Prior, pace, determination and skill o The deft touch of Norton in ruck ..this continued unbelievably in one game where he was knocked out in the first quarter! o The calming effect of the Francou brothers! o Farquar’s competition winning goal scoring although he did benefit from wonderful feeding o The smooth precision of the Payne drop punt…9 goals from centre in one game o Maurie’s retirement after the 1977 Grand Final… he still has eight games of suspension to serve! o The mercurial high marking of Clayton Pethick.

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n 1974 North Adelaide Football Club’s golden era had come to an end. Many players were drifting away from the club, looking elsewhere for the marvellous successes of the 1971-72 premiership years. Norm Najar, the publican at Two Wells hotel knew Harry Francou well. Harry was the father of Maurice, Ken and Gary and in fact had serviced Norm’s sewing machine when Norm was in the “rag trade”. Norm talked with Harry and Maurie and as a result Maurie Francou became the new Two Wells Senior Coach in 1975. The Red and White Two Wells Roosters were about to enter their own golden era. Before Maurie started his new role he talked with others at North Adelaide where he was assistant senior coach and a successful coach ofNorth Adelaide’s reserves side. Over the next three years several North Adelaide players joined Two Wells Foot-

ball Club. These included Maurie’s brother Ken, John Payne, Geoff Norton, John May, Terry Collins, Rob Payne, Chris Altman and Brent Farquar. However, there also existed a very capable group of local talent including Graham Rowe, Wayne, Ray and Lyndon Prior, Clayton Pethick, Mick Lamont, Jeff Meredith and Bob Zadow

COACH Maurie Francou urges his players on in the 1976 grand final and below, chaired off the ground after the 1977 victory.

n Report by Ken Francou, Maurie Francou, John Payne force in the years ahead. Maurie coached Ingle Farm in the new SAFA as Two Wells demolished to name a few. The team competition in 1978 and worked well together and the blue and whites! While 79, where matches were genuine respect and friend- memories fade and past televised and there was lots glories are enhanced we ship developed. of hype. The competition think the result was a 13 to The side very quickly was considered second only 14 goal thrashing! became a force to be reckto the SANFL. Dominance by the Roostoned with in the Gawler and Interestingly, when the ers continued for three years District Football League. “old boys” get together all and during that time only South Gawler was the rate the Two Wells teams measuring stick as they had two games were lost, and better than the Ingle Farm enlisted a number of addi- these were not grand fnals. team which was runner-up in The memories and tional players from Central SAFA’s 1979 premiership. friendships remain of the Districts. We wish to thank the great days at Two Wells The first encounter beplayers, officials and people during this period. tween these two sides in A reputation was built, at Two Wells for three won1975 at the “Gawler Dog expectations were met and derful years, memories that track” was much anticiTWFC continued to be a will last a lifetime. pated. It became a non event

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n premiers: A GRADE 1928 – Lower North Football Association: Two Wells Premiers. 1929 – Lower North FA Two Wells Premiers. 1930 – Lower North FA Two Wells Premiers. 1975 – Two Wells 17.17 (119) d. South Gawler 6.14 (50) 1976 – Two Wells 18.20 (128) d. Willaston 14.3 (87) 1977 – Two Wells 12.12 (84) d. Gawler Cent. 8.13 (61) 1981 – Two Wells 15.12 (102) d. Gawler Cent. 14.16 (100) 1987 – Two Wells 9.11 (65) d. Mallala 6.6 (42)

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A DAY TO REMEMBER

From the President – Jeff Moon n Welcome everyone to our 100-year centenary. It’s been a pleasure to be president of Two Wells Football Club for the past six years and the Two Wells Football and Netball Sporting Club Incorporated, for the past two years. We are a very proud club and hopefully it won’t be another 24 years before we win our next premiership! This year our season hasn’t be as good as we had been hoping, due to a number of injuries to key players but we will endeavour to do our best in each game and keep that Rooster spirit alive. We have a great group of young lads coming through, with the average age for A grade about 19 years old. These players show great commitment on the track and on match days. This attitude is an example to us all and it’s looking good for the future. I wish everyone a great night at the 100-year celebrations. It will be a good, fun night with lots of laughs and a chance to reminisce. I look forward to catching up with past players, coaches, trainers, supporters and life members.

Jeff Moon with the last premiership cup won by the club in 1987 and one from the late 1920s. The inscription notes Two Wells as winning three in a row in the years 1929, 1930 and 1931.

n Two Wells Football Club is gearing up for its centenary celebrations, with the big event taking place on Saturday, July 16, when the club takes on Hummocks/Watchman Eagles at home. Past and present players, coaches, umpires, trainers and supporters are encouraged to come along and share in this special milestone. There will be a host of things happening throughout the day including a delicious afternoon tea at the clubrooms, memorabilia stands with photographs of past teams, players and coaches, and a two-course dinner at the Community Centre that night. With full bar facilities, music and local identity John Dawkins as MC, the night is sure to be an enjoyable evening filled with fun memories, lots of laughter and good food. Tickets are still available for $25 at the football clubrooms or by contacting Tiffany Gameau on 0407 604 913 or Yolanda Cannizzaro on 0408 835 331.

100 years – it’s been an incredible journey for Two Wells Football Club • From Page 9 In 1970 Two Wells-Virginia moved into the APFL, fielding A, B and two colts grades. Other clubs at that time were Mallala, Long Plains United, Owen, Balaklava, Port Wakefield, Hummocks United and Watchman. As Owen’s colours were red and white, Two Wells-Virginia changed to a blue Guernsey with a ‘big’ V. Another move came in 1974 when the club joined Williamstown in expanding the Gawler and District league to eight clubs. The other teams were the three Gawler clubs, College, Lyndoch and Hamley Bridge.

During that year the club reverted to the traditional red and white colours – although still featuring a big white V. However, in another major change the club de-amalgamated before the 1975 season – at a time when the trend was for many country clubs to merge! Two Wells retained the affiliation with the G&DFL, while Virginia joined the CDFA. Under captain-coach Maurie Francou, Two Wells won premierships in 1975, 1976 and 1977 – losing only two games in three years. It defeated South Gawler, Willaston and Gawler Central in successive Grand Finals. In 1981 the club changed its guernsey to

one featuring red and white vertical stripes. It again won the flag, defeating Gawler Central by two points at Goodger Park, Willaston, under debutant captain-coach Tony Burne Jr. In 1984, Two Wells lost the Grand Final at Gawler oval to Virginia – which had returned to the G&DFL three years earlier. Following the 1986 season, some Gawler clubs sought a move to the Barossa and Light Football Association. Hamley Bridge and Roseworthy College had transferred to Adelaide Plains two years earlier and Two Wells decided to join them. The Gawler and District Football League

ceased to exist. South, Centrals and Willaston all joined a re-named Barossa, Light and Gawler association. Barossa District (which had resulted from the amalgamation of Lyndoch and Williamstown in 1980) moved to the Hills League, while Virginia re-joined the CDFA. Two Wells won the APFL premiership in 1987, defeating Mallala under captain-coach Stuart ‘Podge’ Jolly. The club has remained in that league since – its longest period in any competition. However, it has been unable to win an A grade flag since 1987 – the club finished runners-up in 1990, 1992 and 2009.

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s Two Wells Football Club gets set to remember and celebrate 100 years of the game here, three generations of one well-known local football family are also taking time to pay homage to the club. The name Williams (along with many others) has been synonymous with the Two Wells Football Club since the mid-1940s, when Les “Nig” Williams first pulled on his boots and took to the field. In those days, Les says, the club was just starting to find its feet after the impact of World War II. “I remember playing on the old showgrounds,” he said. “It wasn’t turfed in those days, it was hard and stony. “Some of the old players (those who played before the war) like Mick Gameau, Bert Goss and Elliot Secomb helped get it started. “Mick was playing with his oldest son, that’s how old he was when it started up again.” Les’s memory of his time at the club is slowly fading, and today, at 85 years young; he finds it harder to remember much about his play-

n Three generations of the Williams family have played for the Two Wells Football Club. Pictured from left are Tom, James, Peter and Les Williams. ing days. But what he does recall is “`I spent more time on the ground than standing up”. Les’ wife of 62 years, Bet, however, has a good memory, and fondly recalls the days where she used to sit on the sidelines each week and watch him on the field. “When he started to run he’d get a wind up,” she laughed. “He’d take these big steps and his arms would start to wind up. It took him a while to get into a full gallop.” Les was born in Two Wells and used to be the town’s carpenter, (and also the local plumber according to Bet, as there was no-one else to do the job for years). Les and Bet have four children Graham (deceased), Peter, Jan and Helen; and Peter was soon to follow

in his father’s footsteps, joining the club at the age of 10. Bet says it was like seeing Les on the field all over again. “I thought he looked a lot like his father,” she said. “This tall, lanky lad with legs going everywhere.” Peter is a past president, coach and player and because of his height, over the years he played mostly in ruck for both A and B grade teams. “When I was playing, it (the team), was full of new Australians,” Peter said. “I was the only tall bloke so there was no doubt where I was going to play.” Peter says playing for a club such as Two Wells, means a great commitment, but one that gives back ten-fold. “I enjoy the friends I have made,” he said. “It’s a fair chunk of your

life (but) I wouldn’t change it for the world.” Peter believes football is an integral part of a community, offering fitness, laughter, friendship and identity. “A town feels like a town if it’s got a pub and a footy club,” he said. “It (football) brings identity and it gives everybody a sense of belonging. “Even people who don’t go to the footy during the year, come finals, if the town is in a grand final, they absolutely identify with the club. “It’s a very important thing.” Peter and wife Debbie now have two sons playing for the club. Tom, 21, and James, 22, are likeable lads who love having a kick with their mates. James first pulled on the red and

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n LONG Plains Cricket Club president, Todd Daniel with secretary, Michael Trussell and player Michael Warnes in front of the soon-to-be upgraded training nets at the Long Plains Oval.

Longies recruiting for season with Stanley Association THE Stanley Cricket Association officially approved the inclusion of the Long Plains Cricket Club into the competition last week. After the Hamley Bridge Cricket Club folded at the end of the 2010/2011 season, the Lower Gilbert Cricket Association was forced to fold with only three remaining clubs. LPCC president, Todd Daniel, was the former president of the LGCA and said the three surviving clubs were forced to look at alternative competitions. He said the Dublin Cricket Club is working on joining the Para Districts competition, while Mallala has approached the Barossa and Light Cricket Association. Mr Daniel was satisfied with his club’s inclusion in the Stanley Cricket Association.

REPORT: By Les Pearson “It was always our first preference,” he said. The club intends to enter an A grade and B grade team this coming season, Long Plains ramping up a recruiting drive to get enough players. “Player interest in the club has grown since we entered the Stanley competition and while we don’t have enough yet, we’re hopeful we can drum up the extra players to be able to put two teams in,” Mr Daniel said. The club’s juniors also folded last season, with most of the players heading to play in Two Wells. This meant the club will not be submitting a junior team in the competition but will be working on rebuilding a junior team in coming seasons.

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Long Plains’ inclusion in the competition means there is now a 90-kilometre distance between Brinkworth in the north and the latest club to join the association. “It was something that was ummed and ahhed about, particularly the trip to Brinky, but if it’s only going to happen once a year, it’s not really a big deal,” Mr Daniel said. In more positive news, the club has also secured sponsorship of a bus for transport to away games from the New Dublin Hotel. It has been a huge couple of months for the club off-field, which will spend $10,000 on new training nets at the Long Plains Oval in coming months. Anyone interested in playing for the Long Plains Cricket Club can contact secretary Michael Trussell on 0418 837 829.

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n MAGPIE Robert Montgomery tries to stop Peckers coach, Stuart Lamond on his run towards goal in the A grade game at Balaklava on Saturday. INSET: Peckers captain, Hayden Walker collides with Mallala’s Tim Cawrse.

n JARRAD Dunstan, Mallala watches on as Magpie Lachlan O’Leary and Pecker Charlie Arbon tussle for possession during the junior colts match.

n Balaklava’s Tim Shepherd gets knocked around as Magpies Dylan Kearns and Troy Algar and Pecker Callum Michael fly for the mark.

n LEFT: Mallala’s Angus Clothier attempts to smother a kick by Balaklava’s Dillon Michael in junior colts. n BELOW LEFT: Rooster James Morrison kicks away in the senior colts game at Virginia.

n PECKER Les Pearson runs into trouble, Magpie Brent Harris stopping his break away from the pack. PHOTOS: ANDREW MANUEL, TERRY WILLIAMS

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ABOVE: Pecker Todd McPharlin escapes the grips of Magpie Laurence Gosling during the A grade match at Balaklava on Saturday. LEFT: Pecker Jared Cmrlec handballs to Ben Catford before being tackled by Mallala’s James Wildbore, while Mallala’s Josh Seal is ready to swoop in.

SA Country Football Championships 2011 Best Players

NAME Th/R Aw Matthew Woolford - Northern 0 5 Harry Miller Jnr - Western 0 4 Luke Duncan Murray - South East 1 4 Justin McConnell Murray - South East 0 3 Levi Konitzka - Western 3 3 Scott Brown - Southern Districts 0 3 Thomas Carroll - Southern Districts 0 3 Scott Feltus - Western 0 3 Michael Burford - Northern 0 3 Luke Wells - Eastern 0 3 Toby Haseldine - Central 0 3 Votes For This Round:

NAME Levi Konitzka - Western Matthew Keatley - Western Luke Duncan Murray - South East

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south australian country football championships Western 0.0 2.1 2.1 4.4 (28) Southern Districts 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.2 (2)

Goals: Western - K.Miller 2, D.Montgomerie 1, W.Johncock 1 Southern Districts : No Goals Kicked Best: Western - M.Keatley, H.Miller Jnr, W.Piggott, G.Pedler, C.Mason Southern Districts S.Brown, J.Vick, J.Farrier, D.Irvine, T.Carroll

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Goals: Eastern - L.Mensforth 2, S.Schubert 1, R.Bignell 1, M.Underwood 1, L.Westhoff 1 Northern - T.Oakley 2, J.Neary 1, R.Morris 1 Best: Eastern - J.Taylor, L.Wells, W.Nicholls, N.Schmidt, J.Campbell Northern - M.Burford, M.Woolford, J.Neary, T.Price, T.Oakley

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Goals: Southern Districts - J.Ramsey 2, B.McKeough 2, B.Haskett 1, M.Burdett 1, J.Vick 1 Central - A.Ross 2, S.Wendelborn 1, B.O’Donohue 1, D.Cutting 1 Best: Southern Districts - J.Farrier, S.Brown, T.Brown, Z.Perry, M.Hodge Central - J.Vandeleur, T.Haseldine, S.Wendelborn, A.Pitt, D.Mansell

Murray South East 2.4 2.4 6.5 6.5 (41) Eastern 4.0 4.0 4.2 4.2 (26)

Goals: Murray South East - P.Smith 3, T.O’Brien 3 Eastern J.Langdon 1, L.Mensforth 1, B.Schiller 1, M.Underwood 1 Best: Murray South East - L.Duncan, A.Davey, S.Duldig, L.O’Neil, L.Davey Eastern - A.Prior, L.Westhoff, N.Schmidt, M.Underwood, W.Nicholls

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3.2 5.5 9.7 11.7 (73) 1.2 1.5 2.6 2.9 (21)

Virginia Two Wells

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Goals: Balaklava - G.Dawson 5, S.Lamond 3, T.Mcpharlin 2, L.Michael 2, J.Brice 1, R.Mcpharlin 1 Mallala - B.Montgomery 3, M.Saunders 1, D.Feeley 1, N.Hornhardt 1 Best: Balaklava B.Catford, L.Michael, L.Pearson, J.Walker, G.Dawson, J.Rowland Mallala - L.Whitwell, R.Montgomery, D.Mclean, J.Montgomerie, K.Kirvan, J.Seal

6.10 8.7

9.13 9.8

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13.8 9.9

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HW Eagles United

Goals: Virginia - B.Niklaus 7, T.Wilkey 1, T.Lioulios Two Wells - A.Hardiman 3, S.Bown 2, N.Seccafien 1, T.Brown-Pichugin 1, K.Leighton 1, D.Coats 1 Best: Virginia - B.Niklaus, A.Mark, E.Tsimiklis, B.Russel, G.Rigney, C.James Two Wells - B.Spiteri, N.Seccafien, D.Hines, T.Brown-Pichugin, D.Coats

HW Eagles United

Goals: HW Eagles - R.Mackereth 3, S.Mcguiness 2, B.Higgs 2, L.Belperio 1, S.Braham 1, D.Cicolella 1, M.Higgs 1, J.Schutz 1, T.Twelftree 1 United - P.Burgoyne 3, S.Schulz 2, C.Spurr 2, B.Merry 1, S.Harding 1 Best: HW Eagles - R.Mackereth, S.Braham, M.Higgs, T.Twelftree, B.Higgs, J.Schutz United - B.Shimmin, W.Banton, C.Spurr, B.Sharman

Virginia Two Wells

Reserves

4.4 7.9 9.12 13.14 (92) 0.0 0.0 0.1 0.2 (2)

2.4 3.0

6.4 5.2

8.9 5.2

13.11 7.3

(89) (45)

Goals: Virginia - A.Leo 5, J.Platt 4, R.Starr 2, S.Avery 1, G.Drew Two Wells - S.Lioulios 4, T.Wohlfeil 1, T.Wake 1, J.Becker 1 Best: Virginia - J.Platt, J.Simmonds, B.Galic, T.Karutz, S.Solomon, R.Russo Two Wells - J.Becker, K.Lovell, T.Wohlfeil, M.Illingworth, M.Glancey, T.Markou

United HW Eagles

Goals: Balaklava - L.Williams 4, M.Clifford 3, J.Speissegger 2, R.Mcdonald 1, C.Ruiz 1 Mallala - L.Bruggemann 1, T.Algar 1 Best: Balaklava - C.Ruiz, R.Mcdonald, J.Speissegger, T.Shepherd, M.Clifford, T.Michael Mallala - T.Algar, J.Birchmore, R.Withall, L.Helps, Z.Hallion, D.Winning

4.5 5.6

Goals: Balaklava - K.Michaelanny 4, J.Mcpharlin 2, C.Marshall 2, J.Tiller 1, G.Willmer 1, M.Daniel 1, D.Yates 1, R.Lamond 1 Mallala - Best: Balaklava - G.Willmer, J.Mcpharlin, M.Daniel, S.Nankivell, L.Michalanney, A.Williams Mallala - G.White, J.Morgan, B.Start, R.Kerr, R.Russell, K.Jameson

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Goals: Murray South East - P.Smith 3, S.Berkefeld 2, A. Kurzman 2, J.McConnell 1, C.Povey 1 Northern - T.Oakley 3, M.Woolford 2, T.Underwood 1, G.Appleton 1 Best: Murray South East - L.Duncan, S.Berkefeld, L.Davey, L.O’Neil, P.Smith Northern - B.Rose, B.Camilleri, T.Underwood, T.Oakley, M.Woolford

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APFL Footy Face Name: Michael Clifford Nickname: Cliffo DOB: 16/4/1994 Height: 181cm Team: Balaklava Guernsey No: 9 Position: Centre half forward Favourite AFL/SANFL team: Port Adelaide Who is the most damaging player in your club? Glenn Dawson (on field) Who is your club’s hardest worker? Too many to name Highlight of footy career: There’s a few – 9 goals in a game; 6 goals in a

4.0 4.0 6.2 6.2 (38) 2.0 2.0 4.3 4.3 (27)

Murray South East 4.1 4.1 9.4 9.4 (58) Northern 3.0 3.0 7.3 7.3 (45)

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10.6 2.1

10.10 3.3

(70) (21)

Goals: United - J.Crosbie 3, M.Davey 2, T.Daniel 2, T.Mcardle 2, M.Starr 1 HW Eagles - D.Wright 2, S.Gill 1 Best: United - J.Curnow, J.Crees, S.Dalgleish, A.Bennett, J.Crosbie, B.Pym HW Eagles P.Souvannvong, C.Braham, D.Wright, J.Mahoney, J.Jenkins, N.Veitch

8.7 1.4

13.9 1.6

19.12 (126) 1.6 (12)

Goals: Two Wells - B.Calvett 4, L.Tryfopolous 3, L.Godfrey 3, T.Markou 2, M.Wylie 2, L.Goss 2, B.Daly 1, H.Ramsay 1, D.Wise 1 Virginia - J.Owen 1 Best: Two Wells - N.Seccafien, L.Godfrey, B.Daly, A.Pounendis, L.Tryfopolous, B.Calvett Virginia - C.Stronach, J.Jones, L.Bannear, M.Musolino, B.Galic

8.4 10.9 15.12 19.16 (130) 0.1 2.3 2.4 3.4 (22)

Goals: HW Eagles - Z.Zilm 4, T.Temby 4, T.Williams 3, C.Parnham 3, J.Hatcher 2, C.Temby 2, J.Appleby 1 United - Not Available Best: HW Eagles - J.Appleby, J.Hatcher, J.Zilm, Z.Zilm, B.Krieg, D.Williams United -

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Goals: Mallala - B.Wilson 5, J.Dunstan 1, A.Coe 1, K.Hummell 1 Balaklava - J.Michael 1, L.Speissegger 1, J.Harkness 1 Best: Mallala - B.Wilson, J.Dunstan, A.Coe, B.O’leary, J.Good, L.Oleary Balaklava - C.Arbon, L.Speissegger, J.Michael, J.Kibbler, B.Chapman, J.Harkness

9.4 0.0

9.5 1.2

9.9 1.3

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8.16 0.0

8.16 0.16

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Goals: Two Wells - K.Giniotis 3, L.Billington 2, L.Minervini 1, J.Borlace 1, D.Kotsano 1, J.Pellizzari 1 Virginia - Best: Two Wells - K.Giniotis, J.Gameau, J.Pellizzari, L.Billington, L.Minervini, T.Mills Virginia - A.Hansen, Z.Owen, C.Eaton, N.Trace, J.Ludewig, J.Moritz

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Niklaus the ‘backbone’ of Rams’ close victory REPORT: By Peter Argent Seven goals from Brendon Niklaus, including the match winner late in the last quarter helped ladder leaders Virginia escape with a five-point victory against Roosters on home soil. The visitors could have tied the game up, very late but the shot was rushed through for a point. “Two Wells played the better football on the day and handled the wet conditions better than us,” Rams coach Greg Phillips confirmed. “They gave the ball off at the first opportunity and we were on the back foot for most of the match. “It was pretty heavy going and coming off good wins against Mallala, United and Balaklava, our group maybe took this a little too easy. “But with the belief the squad has, we found a way to get over the line.” Two Wells had eight scoring shots to two in the opening quarter and should have been further in front at the initial break. The Roosters still led by seven points at half time and nearly two straight kicks at lemons. “Brendon (Nicklaus) was the backbone of the win with seven of the teams nine goals and he actually could have kicked 10,” Phillips continued. “Both Adrian Mark at centre half back and Emmanuel Tsimiklis at full back gave us plenty of run out of the back half. “Ben Russel is getting a bit of a reputation as tagger, being put on the Ned Seccafien, after he was dominant early. “Graham Rigney was important in the middle and we needed to use Chris James in ruck as well as centre half forward.” Along with Seccafien, Ben Spiteri and Daniel Hines were also strong performers for the visitors to Virginia Oval. Teenager Tim Brown-Pichugin was good in the conditions, as was Dean Coats. Andrew Hardiman kicked three goals for the Roosters who could be considered unlucky, while Scott Bown chimed in with two.

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“As a group we matched up pretty well on them and it was a tight affair for the first three quarters. “We focused on that last term and the boys really wanted to win the game. “In reality we should have kicked eight or nine goals in the last term. “It was our best four-quarter effort in a long while.” Recruit from Moonta Ricky Mackereth was the Eagles’ best, in a personal effort that including three goals from the midfield. His strong effort was closely followed by Shane Braham and captain Matthew Higgs. “Ricky won a lot of contested ball for us, while Shane and Matt were important in the on-ball rotations,” Young continued.

“Todd Twelftree gave us plenty of drive when he was moved to the wing. “Brad Higgs produced his best game for the year across half back, while Josh Schutz had a big impact both in the middle and up forward.” Shane McGuiness and the younger Higgs sibling, Brad both kicked two goals in the victory as well. Vice captain Bradley Shimmin, big Will Banton, Chadd Spurr (two goals) as a key forward and another member of the leadership group Brett Sharman were the Tigers best. Peter Burgoyne kicked three of United’s nine goals. Team captain Simon Schulz chimed in win a pair of majors as well.

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A GRADE Team P W L D B FF F A % Pts Virginia 11 9 2 0 2 0 1087 730 59.82 18 Balaklava 11 8 3 0 2 0 1253 710 63.83 16 Mallala 11 7 4 0 2 0 817 765 51.64 14 United 11 5 6 0 2 0 808 785 50.72 10 HW Eagles 11 4 7 0 2 0 711 931 43.30 8 Two Wells 11 3 8 0 2 0 675 941 41.77 6 Hamley 10 2 8 0 3 0 609 1098 35.68 4 RESERVES Team P W L D B FF F A % Pts Virginia 11 10 1 0 2 0 980 470 67.59 20 Balaklava 11 9 2 0 2 0 1041 324 76.26 18 Two Wells 11 7 4 0 2 0 891 528 62.79 14 Mallala 11 6 5 0 2 0 746 531 58.42 12 United 11 4 7 0 2 0 613 778 44.07 8 Hamley 10 2 8 0 3 0 413 980 29.65 4 HW Eagles 11 0 11 0 2 0 167 1240 11.87 0 SENIOR COLTS Team P W L D B FF F A % Pts Balaklava 11 10 1 0 2 0 1206 416 74.35 20 Two Wells 11 9 2 0 2 0 1254 360 77.70 18 Mallala 11 7 4 0 2 0 938 436 68.27 14 Virginia 11 6 5 0 2 0 852 768 52.59 12 Hamley 10 4 6 0 3 0 572 935 37.96 8 HW Eagles 11 2 9 0 2 0 554 1345 29.17 4 United 11 0 11 0 2 0 305 1421 17.67 0 JUNIOR COLTS Team P W L D B FF F A % Pts Mallala 11 11 0 0 2 0 608 190 76.19 22 Balaklava 11 8 3 0 2 0 545 290 65.27 16 Two Wells 11 8 3 0 2 0 528 303 63.54 16 HW Eagles 11 6 5 0 2 0 416 319 56.60 12 Hamley 10 3 7 0 3 0 347 499 41.02 6 United 11 1 10 0 2 0 227 668 25.36 2 Virginia 11 1 10 0 2 0 205 607 25.25 2

Eagles keep the dream alive Seen as a critical game by the hosts at Lochiel Oval to keep any finals chances alive, Hummocks-Watchman ran over United in the last term to win their first game since May by 23 points. Over the first three quarters the match was a tough and close battle, with the Tigers having a lead by the slenderest of margins at the final break. But when it counted the Eagles kicked 6.2 to United’s 2.2 to grab an important victory. “It was a big game to keep our season alive,” Hummocks Watchman coach Nathan Young said. “We still had five changes going into this contest and it really has been an injury ravaged season for us.

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HUMMOCKS-Watchman had a convincing win over the United lads at Lochiel on Saturday. The game began, for the second week in a row, in drizzly conditions, with little to no wind. The Eagles lads started the game in fine form, kicking three quick goals

Nevertheless, in the second quarter, the United back line was under a lot of pressure, with the Eagles starting to dominate the game. It was all the Eagles in the third, with the undermanned United side having the mercy rule introduced at three quarter time.

after round 13 games A GRADE Pos Name ThWk Year 1 Brendon Niklaus - Virginia 7 52 2 Glenn DAWSON - Balaklava 5 51 3 Brett BURGESS - Hamley Bridge 0 39 4 Brian MONTGOMERY - Mallala 3 36 5 Jonathon BRICE - Balaklava 1 34 6 Peter BURGOYNE - United 3 31 7 Stuart Lamond - Balaklava 3 23 8 Lee ALLMOND - Two Wells 0 20 9 Brent Harris - Mallala 0 17 10 Troy WILKEY - Virginia 1 16 11 Hayden WALKER - Balaklava 0 16 12 Shane McGUINESS - HW Eagles 2 16 RESERVES Pos Name ThWk Year 1 Derek TILLER - Mallala 0 24 2 Alex LEO - Virginia 5 24 3 Adam PRATT - United 0 20 4 Terry LIOULIOS - Virginia 0 20 5 Jason BECKER - Two Wells 1 18 6 Jason McPHARLIN - Balaklava 2 18 7 Paul McLEAN - Balaklava 0 18 8 Steven LIOULIOS - Two Wells 4 17 9 Luke GUY - Balaklava 0 17 10 Christopher Bilney - Mallala 0 17 SENIOR COLTS Pos Name ThWk Year 1 Anton POGAS - Virginia 0 40 2 Michael CLIFFORD - Balaklava 3 40 3 Hayden RAMSAY - Two Wells 1 30 4 Luke GODFREY - Two Wells 3 29 5 Kynon HEWITT - Hamley Bridge 0 28 6 Jake BIRCHMORE - Mallala 0 25 7 Troy ALGAR - Mallala 1 25 8 Marco LAZENKA - Virginia 0 23 9 Luke WILLIAMS - Balaklava 4 23 10 Harrison VEITCH - Balaklava 0 22 JUNIOR COLTS Pos Name ThWk Year 1 Kyle GINIOTIS - Two Wells 3 22 2 Kyle HUMMELL - Mallala 1 15 3 Brad WILSON - Mallala 5 13 4 Jarrad DUNSTAN - Mallala 1 13 5 Jacob Wehr - Balaklava 0 12 6 Jacob BUTTERFIELD - Balaklava 0 12 7 Brandon TAYLOR - HW Eagles 0 12 8 Sam ROSENZWEIG - Hamley Bridge 0 11 9 Jake MICHAEL - Balaklava 1 10 10 Tait NOTTLE - HW Eagles 2 10 11 Joshua HARKNESS - Balaklava 1 10

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Big day for Roosters Eagles could spoil the 100th birthday party Two Wells v HummocksWatchman Eagles

In a special day in the history of the Two Wells Football Club, they host the Hummocks-Watchman side in a special 100th anniversary match on home turf. Interestingly it is their opponents in this clash, the Eagles who need to grab some momentum after a good win last Saturday against the United Tigers. Hummocks-Watchman is now just a game behind United in what looks like a two way battle for the last place in the top four.

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Hamley Bridge v Virginia Ricky Mackereth has been in the Eagles’ best player list in eight of their 11 games, while Matthew Higgs, Joshua Schutz and rebounding defender, David Oswald are all important components. While the Roosters are still without chief play maker Lee Allmond, the players like Brad Fitzgerald, Kahn Leighton, Ben Spiteri and Ned Seccafien will need to produce special efforts for an unlikely win.

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You would expect Mark Thomson to have the Roosters up and firing for this contest, with many greats of the past watching, but their opponents have too much to play for. Nathan Young’s troops should make their coach proud and get closer to that prized major round berth. EAGLES coach, Nathan Young.

This should be a bigger victory for Virginia, after they break down the key elements of the Bombers side. While this may take a half, they will collect a convincing win in the end.

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This clash between top and bottom on the premiership ladder is more intriguing than their positions suggest. Virginia clawed a win over the Roosters last Saturday but were unconvincing, while Hamley Bridge certainly has members of their on-ball brigade who can challenge their opponents in this match on their home turf. Rams coach, Greg Phillips confirmed that ruckman Leif Burton will be sidelined for a couple of weeks with a cracked rib. After playing in the reserves last week, Ben Galic is an option for Phillips to replace him.

Ben Galic will be an option to replace injured Ram Caleb Howell this week. It is also common knowledge early Plains Producer Medal favourite, Caleb Howell injured his knee during the SA Country Championships last weekend and will, at a minimum, miss six weeks of football. It will also be interesting to see how the Rams combat the in-form Justin Schahinger in ruck and Joshua Moody in the middle. Brendon Niklaus, Virginia’s potent forward, is another key ingredient in the game, having kicked 52 goals from 11 games, at over five majors a match. A smart move by the Bombers could be to use strongly built key forward, Shane Caterall in a defensive role in this contest. There are a number of Port Adelaide Magpies underage team mates in this clash. While Hamley Bridge will be competitive, the Rams should regroup quickly after their modest outing against Two Wells last week.

The last time these sides met, the United Tigers had a surprise win over the second placed Peckers. Balaklava are confident at the moment, after a good win over Mallala last week, but will be minus Hayden Walker as he’d need to serve a one-match suspension for electing not to play in the SA Country Championships in Port Pirie. Peckers coach Stuart Lamond suggested he’s hopeful Justin Walker will play, despite dealing with a groin issues currently. From a personal perspective, he’ll be hoping the younger Walker sibling does play, or he may have to return to the rucking role himself. Young talent Sam Rowland will return to the side, after a positive experience at the country champs, to add to the Balaklava midfield options. United have been a bit of an enigma this year, being without recruit David Kellett since mid May, and highly decorated key position player, Sam McArdle has only played three games so far this season. If Tigers forwards Chad Spurr and Peter Burgoyne can get enough production they’ll be able to kick a winning score. All the key performance indicators suggest the Peckers midfield will be too potent and they will enjoy a ninth victory for the season. A consequence of this United’s position in the top four will be more precarious.

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‘Mercy’ not a dirty word IN any other field of discussion outside of footy, the “mercy rule” sounds kind of kinky. But it has been a topic I’ve certainly comprehensively covered this year and perhaps the powers that be are starting to heed my words? Mercy is not a dirty word, unless you say like Roy Orbison does in Pretty Woman. The senior colts competition has been lop-sided at times this year, although player sharing has picked up decidedly since my barrage a few months ago. A cut off point of about 12 to 14 goals seems reasonable,

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once a team gets that lead, the very next break, the game is officially over but the players can be swapped around and the likes. For some clubs in particular the mercy rule would be a god-send. Not because it gives teams an easy way out of copping an extensive drubbing, but quite the opposite in my mind. It could give these young

teams something to really aim for – for example, say Hummocks-Watchman Eagles are facing Virginia, one of the stronger teams in the competition. The Eagles coach could say ‘listen up lads, lets try and stay within 14 goals of these guys as long as we can’. The task is set, the young lads (and ladettes) head out with an achievable and realistic goal for the game.

While on the subject of the colts, I’ve heard of a conspiracy in the Hamley Bridge ranks as far as the best player votes are concerned. Apparently there’s been some discussion as certain people have been repeatedly given the voting slips and told who to vote for. Is it vicious rumour or is there a strong hint of truth to it? Who am I to say? All I can say, those with the power, shall not abuse the privilege. Makes the end of season best and fairest count even more interesting!

IS it just me, or does Tiger Heath Pym (left) bare a resemblance to Spongebob Square Pants character, Squidward Tentacles?

In other sports news, I hear there is a bit of infighting going on at a local tennis club. I was told a certain club official was given a fair serve by a club member, who was subsequently not too happy with the return. There was no referee around to deem who was at fault. Game, set, match.

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Injury ravages Plains duo at Country Championships REPORT and PHOTOS: By Peter Argent

Two senior players from the Adelaide Plains league who made themselves available for the 2011 SA Country Football Championships – Caleb Howell and Christian Rimmer – both received substantial injures in the Central Zone’s opening fixture of the annual event. Howell, who was taken from the ground on a stretcher in the first game and returned to Adelaide on Saturday night, injured his knee and was hobbling on crutches for the remainder of the day. The lissom Virginia midfielder explained he heard something crack when the accident happened, and his knee became more swollen the further the afternoon when on. He will have further tests during this week to find out the severity of his knee injury. Also in the opening fixture against the Western side, Rimmer, injured a calf and didn’t participate for the remainder of the weekend. Early expectations are Howell will miss upwards of six weeks, depending on which ligaments are damaged, while Rimmer should be sidelined for a couple of Saturdays. For the second time in three

years, the Central Zone claimed the wooden spoon, unable to collect a victory for the entire weekend. “The campaign started to go ‘pear shaped’ from the final Wednesday night training session,” coach Justin Zwar said. “Adding to our lack of depth, dual Central District premiership player (and assistant coach) Jeremy Aufderheide, despite suiting up, was unable to play. “For a team at this level we were generally fumbly and didn’t use the ball well. “Our entries into the forward lines were haphazard and disappointing. “Coupled with a raft of injuries this didn’t help our cause.” After a vibrant start in the opening game on Saturday, kicking 4.4 to 2.1 against the eventual title winners Western, they were run over after half time, only managing just six points in the second stanza and went down by nine points. Both games on Saturday were abridged contests of 2 x 20 minute halves without time on. Playing the 2009-10 winners Southern Districts in its second

ABOVE: Christain Rimmer in action for Central Zone. BELOW LEFT: Sam Rowland handballs away. BELOW RIGHT: Caleb Howell, although suffering a knee injury early, performed well.

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abridged contest on day one, the Central team had more scoring shots, but again went down by just over a goal. In the play off for the wooden spoon on Sunday, the Central Zone were beaten in the opening game at Memorial Oval in Port Pirie by the team previously perceived SA Country’s easy beats Northern by 26 points. Zwar was still high in his praise of the Adelaide Plains boys. “Caleb (Howell) was very good until he was injured and showed all the characteristics of an elite footballer who could make a big impact at this level,” Zwar continued. “We were all pretty shattered for him and it looked like a medial ligament, which would mean at least six weeks on the sidelines. “Christian (Rimmer) looked in pretty good nick across half back in that opening fixture. “He has been a perennial selection at this level.” The highly respected Central Zone coach suggested under 21 player Sam Rowland was still “a little green”, but has a future at this level, displaying good composure especially in tight situations.

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RSMU champion, James Vandeleur and South Clare utility, Brodie Murphy both claimed Team of the Championships selection at the 2011 SA Country Football Championships, which were played at Port Pirie on the weekend. Vandeleur won selection on the wing and Murphy was placed on the half forward flank. The smooth moving Vandeleur was runner up to the Central Zone player of the titles, while Murphy finished third in the voting for this award. “James (Vandeleur) is a class act and has brilliant skills,” his coach Justin Zwar said. “He vied for our team’s best player honours and is the complete package. “Brodie (Murphy) was good, being used in a number of positions. “He’s a tremendous overhead mark, is cat-like in his

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BRODIE Murphy recovery and has strong skills both by hand and foot.” This duo was among the Central Zone best three players in at least two of the three games. Vandeleur was also selected in this honorary team in 2008 and both have represented their state at country level. By being honoured with selection in this side, this pair

is also selectees in the state squad for the game against the Western Australian country side at AAMI Stadium on Sunday July 31, as a curtain-raiser to the Crows v Power showdown. For the reigning NEFL premiers, Blyth-Snowtown, 2009 Mail Medallist Ryan Darling and young ruckman, Wayne Slattery also received injuries. Darling, who looked short in his movement, looked to have twinged his hamstring in the opening Central Zone fixture, while Slattery received a corked thigh early in the second term of the match against Northern on Sunday morning. “The Cats captain (Ryan) Darling looked damaging until the hamstring problem,” Zwar explained. “He is an undoubted talent. “Competed well in ruck Wayne (Slattery) will be better for the experience. “A number of his second ef-

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forts and ability to rover the ball from his own taps impressed me.” The fifth member of the NEFL contingent, BBH’s Tom Riggs was solid, composed and consistent in defence, always giving 100 per cent.

They’re good sports at Hamley Bridge! Local sporting clubs are appearing to be ‘good sports’ as many have joined up to the Australian Drug Foundation Good Sports program. Hamley Bridge may have a friendly rivalry with local opposition on the field, but when it comes to alcohol related issues, all clubs unite. The Hamley Bridge Community and Sports Centre are an Australian Drug Foundation Good Sports club and recently hosted a Responsible Service of Alcohol and Liquor Licensing Laws course with over 40 participants from other clubs in the Wakefield region. Hamley Bridge Football Club President, Newton Lines said the club joined up last year and is happy the club now has the culture of doing the right thing when it comes to alcohol management. “It was fantastic to get together with other clubs to ensure we are

REPORT: By Sally Crowther looking after our players and members. While we love to win on the field, no one wins when someone is injured in an alcohol related incident,” Mr Lines said. Good Sports works with sporting clubs to create sustainable change by enabling them to make their systems and practices for managing alcohol more responsible. With three levels of accreditation, each level teaching different aspects of alcohol safety, bar staff training, safe transport and practices. Hamley Bridge are currently in stage one of accreditation. “We continue to keep going until we are fully accredited, we are finding it very beneficial and informative,” Mr Lines said. Other sporting clubs in the town are

also jumping on board with the program, including the netball and bowling club. SA Regional Manager for Good Sports, Scott Edgecome said more clubs in the region have also joined the program. “4000 clubs are involved nationally and 400 clubs participating in South Australia. “Mallala, Long Plains, Two Wells and also other clubs in the Wakefield region have joined up,” Mr Edgecome said. Due to the popularity of the program, Good Sports is currently recruiting a Project Officer to further engage local clubs in the Wakefield region, and work with exciting clubs like Hamley Bridge as they move through the three levels of accreditation. For more information about the free Good Sports program go to www.goodsports.com.au. Plains Producer, Wednesday July 13, 2011

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Peckerettes early birds in defensive contest In the clash between second and third, Balaklava had a significant 17-goal win over the Magpies. The Peckerettes increased a two-goal quarter time advantage to five at the second break. Their lead over Mallala increased to 12 goals at the last interval and the final score line was 44-27, with Balaklava increasing its advantage at each break. “Our defensive combination worked pretty well together,” coach Michelle Williams said. “At wing defence, Carly Gregor and goal keeper, Chelsea Koch were valuable allies. “The defensive effort in the third term was exceptional as we only conceded two goals.” Williams, at goal defence, got the nod herself from the officials as the Peckerettes’ best player in this contest. “At goal shooter, Sally Arbon came up from the A2s and she combined well with Talia Kruger,” Williams continued. “They had the better of a tough Magpies defence.” The Mallala management conceded they weren’t good enough in this contest. “Unfortunately, we were beaten by a better team on the day,” Magpies coach, Courtney Kerr said. “We had some great passages of play and the speed and intensity from both teams made it a very exciting and an intense game to play and watch. “Clare Bruggemann was a standout at wing defence and her defen-

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sive pressure and drive into attack was crucial. “Diana Feeley’s versatility was very useful and she combined well with Ashleigh Jarman together in the fourth quarter. “The girls wearing the ‘GD’ and ‘GA’ bibs for Balaklava played exceptional, proving to be key players in their win.” New look Hummocks keep setting the pace Dominant from the outset, Hummocks had an emphatic 46-goal win in the contest against Long Plains at Lochiel last Saturday. By quarter time, the hosts already had a 16goal advantage, being 30 by half time. At the last break the lead had reached 40 goals. Final scores: Hummocks 81, Long Plains 35. “It was nearly a com-

plete team performance by us,” playing coach, Samantha Nicholls explained. “From my perspective it was great to see a completely new combination gel so well. “Everyone did their job on Saturday and it was pleasing to be on the end of some great play. “I could highlight some good players for Hummocks but I would be saying the whole team were great. “Suffice to say, I am very happy with the way the girls performed.” Hummocks again had Beth Germein and Mel Moulds out of the line up, and due to the A2 team also having people missing, they had to do some shuffling with the teams throughout the whole club as well as recruit a couple of girls for Saturday’s fixtures. “When we got to Lochiel, we realised Longies were in exactly DIANA Feeley in action for Mallala A1 on Saturday.

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Ramettes on Virginia’s indoor courts. “We started well and would have been 10 goals up at quarter time,” Roosters mentor, Tanya Kent said. “After that quarter, the game was very even and in the end we won 50 to 40. “Nicole Hardy played her usual 100 per cent game and the girls that came up from the A2 side stood up as well.

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“Goal keeper Mia Darling was our best player, while Stacey Gameau, who played at goal defence for a half, was very good as well.” Two Wells fill-ins, A2 coach Neralie Wearn at wing attack, and another A2 player, Karen

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the same position as us, maybe even a bit worse off,” Nicholls confirmed. The Hummocks team on Saturday was Nicholls and Tegan Nottle in the shooters circle, the trio of Erin Brundel, Amanda Schutz and Lisa Powell through the mid court, with Bonnie Nicholls and Rochelle Smith in the defence circle. Best for Hummocks was Bonnie Nicholls, – she has had a great couple of weeks back in goal defence playing with a different goal keeper. “She (Bonnie) has really taken charge and done everything I asked of her,” coach Nicholls said. “In my opinion, the best performer for Longies was Jane McBride, but unfortunately for them Jane didn’t get as much ball as she would have liked due to the enormous pressure we put on before it got into their goal third.” Long Plains coach, Josie McArdle suggested the Hummocks side is the competition yardstick this year and outright favourites for the title. “We were struggling for personnel, but so were they,” McArdle suggested. “Along with Jane, Leah Tynan also worked very hard against the onslaught.” Solid win for Wells girls Two Wells grabbed a solid win, being strong out of the blocks in the clash against the

If you won $20 million in the lotto, what would you do with the money? SPLUUURRRRRGE! If you were a car, what kind would you be? Somethin that drives through everything! If you were on the front page of the newspaper, what would the headline say? “She’s done it again” What’s your number one passion outside If you could take netball? Friends, family anyone on your next If you could trade place netball trip, who would it be? Wouldn’t be with any other person anyone, she’d be next for a week, with who to me drinkin her rummy would it be? Someone rummy rummm! with lotsa moneys What’s the grossest What’s the last movie item in your fridge? you went to see? ANCHOVIES! Ew Transformers 3

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Mallala Cleaning Service Phone: 8527 2161 A1 GRADE Hummocks........ 20.... 65.99 Balaklava........... 20.... 57.30 Mallala............... 14.... 49.72 Two Wells........... 12.... 53.01 Virginia................ 4..... 42.60 Long Plains......... 4..... 40.42 Hamley Bridge.... 0..... 38.32 A2 GRADE Hummocks........ 22.... 65.37 Two Wells........... 16.... 61.33 Balaklava........... 15.... 53.76 Mallala............... 12.... 47.46 Long Plains......... 6..... 42.68 Virginia................ 5..... 40.50 Hamley Bridge.... 0..... 36.33 A3 GRADE Hummocks........ 20.... 61.98 Virginia............... 18.... 54.50 Balaklava........... 16.... 57.69 Two Wells........... 12.... 50.78 Mallala................ 5..... 44.93 Hamley Bridge.... 3..... 39.44 Long Plains......... 2..... 36.06 A4 GRADE Two Wells........... 18.... 59.10 Balaklava........... 18.... 52.29 Hummocks........ 15.... 54.07 Mallala............... 13.... 53.06 Long Plains......... 4..... 45.64 Virginia................ 4..... 39.53 Hamley Bridge.... 0..... 31.21 A5 GRADE Two Wells........... 18.... 57.48 Hummocks........ 16.... 50.64

Supporting Local Netball Mallala............... 14.... 56.72 Balaklava........... 14.... 55.54 Long Plains......... 8..... 46.11 Mallala Away...... 6..... 44.15 Virginia................ 0..... 29.53 A6 GRADE Two Wells........... 18.... 55.65 Mallala............... 16.... 51.34 Balaklava........... 14.... 47.34 Long Plains........ 12.... 47.85 Hamley Bridge... 12.... 45.19 B GRADE Hummocks........ 20.... 65.27 Balak Away........ 18.... 65.31 Balaklava........... 14.... 54.89 Mallala............... 12.... 60.58 Hamley Bridge.... 6..... 37.31 Two Wells............ 6..... 35.71 Long Plains......... 0..... 27.85 C1 GRADE Hummocks........ 22.... 81.78 Hamley Bridge... 16.... 80.65 Two Wells........... 12.... 47.69 Mallala............... 10.... 42.56 Balaklava............ 8..... 45.15 Long Plains......... 8..... 29.77 Virginia................ 0..... 10.88 C2 GRADE Mallala............... 17.... 66.31 Hamley Bridge... 16.... 65.47 Two Wells........... 15.... 69.04 Balaklava........... 11.... 47.14 Hummocks........ 10.... 43.47 Virginia................ 4..... 33.60 Long Plains......... 3..... 22.16

Results of Adelaide Plains Netball Association matches played on Saturday A1: Balaklava 44 (Michelle Williams) d Mallala 27 (Clare Bruggermann). Two Wells 50 (Mia Darling) d Virginia 40 (Nicole Agius). Hummocks 81 (Bonnie Nicholls) d Long Plains 35 (Jane McBride). A2: Balaklava 46 (Lauren Michael) d Mallala 36 (Michelle Dunstan). Two Wells 50 (Kylie Henwood) d Virginia 16 (not supplied). Hummocks 62 (Sascha Tiller) d Long Plains 28 (Kirsty McArdle). A3: Balaklava 48 (Merridy Manuel) d Mallala 32 (Kylie Taylor). Virginia 56 (Sandee Gollagher) d Two Wells 39 (Stephanie Agnello). Hummocks 34 (Lisa Studham) d Long Plains 27 (Sam Ross). A4: Hummocks 53 (Debra Davey) d Long Plains 31 (Jana Lange). Balaklava 40 (Clare Haynes) d Mallala 30 (Liana Wilson). Two Wells 44 (Koby Paxton) d Virginia 28 (Trisha Agius). A5: Long Plains 50 (Chante Parker) d Hummocks 32 (Sharon Moulds). Balaklava 37 (Abbie Tiller) d Mallala 26 (Cassandra Sparks). Two Wells 43 (Jamie Dinham) d Virginia 17 (Alison King). A6: Mallala 30 (Elle Misson) d Balaklava 26 (Sharalyn Pike). B: Balaklava 42 (Tenneal White) d Mallala 24 (Georgia Crewdson). Balaklava Away received a forfeit from Two Wells. Hummocks 46 (Merridy Nicholls) d Long Plains 5 (Stephanie McArdle) C1: Two Wells 36 (Rachel Forbes) d Virginia 10 (Vicki Booth-Elliot). Hummocks 52 (Sarah Rapko) d Long Plains 4 (Maddison Merry). Mallala 24 (Brooke Wilson) d Balaklava 23 (Alex Wehr). C2: Two Wells 14 (not supplied) d Virginia 13 (not supplied). Mallala 27 (Jessica Heaslip) d Balaklava 14 (Elanor Cunningham). Hummocks 19 (Haylee Studham) d Long Plains 11 (Catelyn Harkness).

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SPORT v District

Big hitting foursome wins Holden Scramble

LADIES Holden Scramble winners, from left: Tanya Greenshields, Joan Anderson, Maurine Kemp and Josie Thompson.

The Ladies Holden Scramble Division Women’s State Final at The ladies will play with Bawas held at the Barossa Valley Kingswood Golf Club in Victoria rossa’s pro-coach Ian Devlin, who Golf Club, Nuriootpa on Friday on October 14. plays off scratch. July 8, with nine teams from They will play against teams If the team is lucky enough to the Mid North competing in an from Victoria, Tasmania and win in Victoria, they move on to ambrose competition for bragging South Australia in an 18 hole another final in Queensland. Good rights to play in the state final in stroke competition. luck! Victoria. Teams had strict playing conditions, with the team aggregate having to be under 132. The Balaklava Golf Club fielded three teams, with Di Day from Burra joining in to complete one team. Tania Allen, Louise Michael, Tania Matz and Cherie Taylor were pipped into second with 60.25 nett, with the big hitting foursome of Maurine Kemp, Joan Anderson, Josie Thompson and newie Tanya Greenshields screaming home with nett 59 to Runners-up of the Ladies Holden Scramble, from left: Tania win the Scramble. Allen, Tania Matz, Cherie Taylor and Louise Michael with proThis win means the lucky coach, Ian Devlin. team are playing in the Southern

Riverton golf course in ‘ship shape’ for ladies open Riverton Golf Club held their Ladies Open on Monday July 4, with 39 players competing. Ten clubs were represented with some ladies even travelling from Oakbank the day before to make sure they didn’t miss out! All grades played a Stableford competition in gusty conditions, but some excellent scores were seen regardless. A grade winner was Nancy Bubner from Gawler Club with 39 points, on a countback from Maurine Kemp from Riverton. Moya Hayes from Balaklava cleaned up

the B grade with a whopping 42 points, with Tine Perry from Two Wells was close behind on 40. The C grade had a three-way tie, resulting in countbacks, ending with Balaklava’s Julia Hoskin winning with 40 points, followed by Shona Nourse of Burra, then Wendy Wilson, Kapunda. Nearest The Pins and Longest Drives were keenly contested in each grade. Thanks must go to the Riverton ladies for a great day, and to the many volunteers who had the course in ship shape.

Golf Balaklava ladies

A field of 18 players, evenly distributed through the grades, made it to the course to play a Stroke and Secret Holes competition last Thursday. A grade winner was Louise Michael with 71 nett. Hot on her heels was Cathy Redpath 72, and next in line were Tania Matz 77, Merv Hameister 77, Jill Taylor 89. Patricia Anderson DNF. The B grade battle was won by Joan Anderson 73 with Rose Jenkin 77 winning on a count back from Cherie Taylor for second place, followed by Moya Hayes 79, Rick Campbell -82 and Colleen Howard 93. Josie Thompson was once again the standout player in C grade, coming in with a nett 70. Julia Hoskin 76, Denby Wandel 81, Joy Veitch 84 and Tania Allen 96 completed this group. Tanya Greenshields played nine holes. NTP: A grade - Cathy Redpath; B grade - Cherie Taylor; C grade - Julia Hoskin. Secret Holes: A grade - Merv Hameister; B grade - Cherie Taylor; C grade - Josie Thompson. Birdies: Merv Hameister 11, Jill Taylor 9. Producer Points: Josie Thompson 5, Louise Michael 4, Cathy Redpath 3, Joan Anderson 2, Julia Hoskin 1. Next week: fourth Stableford/Long Drive. Starters - D Wandel, M Kemp. Quote for the Week: “The only thing that you should force in a golf swing is the club back into the bag – Byron Nelson.

Balaklava men

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RUNNERS-UP: A grade, Maurine Kemp of Rhynie, C grade, Shona Nourse of Burra and B grade, Tine Perry of Two Wells.

A Grade winner Nancy Bubner, Hamley Bridge, B grade winner Moya Hayes, Balaklava, C grade winner Julia Hoskin, Balaklava. ABOVE RIGHT: Nearest the Pin and Longest Drive winners, from left: Helen Johnson Mallala, Julia Hoskin Balaklava, Margaret Childs Oakbank, Carol Farley Nuriootpa, Tania Allen Balaklava. Absent: Lucy Bashford Kapunda.

Stableford round last Saturday, a febrile field of furious flailers, hell-bent on seriously hiding their rampant ambitions for next weekend’s “real” start of our Winter Shield. So play began, just after we welcomed visitors Heather McAndrew and Kevin Playfair. Young Kevin demurely accepted our words of welcome, then wrapped them around our consanguineous murmurings before whipping the lot of us. Casual Kevin clouted a commanding 40 points, humbling even Wild Bill Parkin (35) and Rampaging Robert Hart (34), to carpe not only the diem but also three brand new golf balls. Those remaining A graders who could but just look on shyly were S Michael (32), J Breuer (31), P Freebairn (31), Patricia Anderson (30), P Thompson (30), M Hameister (29) and W Lokan (29). There was also a good sized B grade field, led home by the “Best B”, big-belting Ben Michael (42), who dusted-up Digby Addison (37) and paid back his great grand-uncle big, bustling, busy Barry Michael who, having nipped into the men’s room just before the start to turn the taps off “real hard”, scored just 33 points, enough though to ground Greg Sonntag on a count back. Peering out from under the tarp on his ute was D Trickett (30), with fellow non-placers J Curnow (30), D Rodgers (28), W Berry (26) and tyro Brett Freebairn (26) Barry “Crocker” Thompson, overcome by a dire case of really bad “hat hair”, retired hurt, badly. The C grade crowd was cowered by cloud of fine shots executed by none other than that jaunty japester Geoff Leo (41) who, without let nor hindrance jostled Joan Anderson (39) into second place and mechanical Mike Hahesy (37) to third. Those who also smote in vain were A Henstridge (36), D Michael (33), G Anderson (29), Moya Hayes (27) and Chris Hahesy (25). Gerry Toms lost a favourite

tee following his ninth drive and retired, understandingly, hurt most deeply, then set, lit and abandoned a memorial fire in the club house to duly honour his longterm companion. Guest-player Heather McAndrew totally dominated our D grade field with 33 points. Birdies three there were, claimed by Ben Michael and Kevin Playfair at the third and young Bill “Practise!” Parkin at the eighth. There were Nearest The Pins too, if your name was Ben Michael (third), Bill Parkin (eighth), Geoff Leo (10th) or Robert Hart (13th). As well, a Junior Trophy was won by Ben Michael, with Dillon Michael placing second and Brett Freebairn third. This Saturday the mainly manly, hirsute hoard yet again heads to the hills for a Par round, having been startled into action by starters Mike Hahesy and Robert Hart. Ian Michael will deliver impromptu haikus from behind the bar while Austin Henstridge will try to engage the gathering in the Zen-like revelations attainable only by those prepared to concentrate on a spinning wheel, while clutching wooden paddles. As well, the dreaded Winter Shield enters a much more visceral realm, as Bill Parkin tries to man-handle mighty Merv Hameister and Peter Thompson attempts to befuddle Bill Lokan in the A grade. It will be up to Digby Addison to de-construct Dave Rodgers in the B grade, as compatriot Dean Trickett munches a pie and enjoys a bye. As for the C grade rabble, Geoff Leo will try to out-muscle Martin Bell while Austin Henstridge and Gerry Toms will discourse on various eclectic aspects of Hegelian philosophy as they round out the Shield field.

Balaklava Mid week

A group of 19 players took to the fairways on Wednesday July 6, with Geoff Leo winning the day on 50 points, Dean

Trickett 43 CB, Dene Newton 43, Rick Campbell 42 CB, John Curnow 42, Mike Hahesy 41 CB, Greg Sonntag 41, Barrie Thompson 40 CB, Les Masson 40 CB, Merv Hameister 40 CB, Brian Stewart 40, Jerry Toms 39 CB, Austin Henstridge 39, Scott Hahesy 35, Chris Hahesy 31 CB, Moya Hahesy 31, Joan Anderson DNF, Bill Parkin 9 holes, Jill Taylor 9 holes. Birdies: Barrie Thompson hole 14, Brian Stewart hole 6, Scott Hahesy hole 3, Rick Campbell hole 8, Greg Sonntag hole 10.

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MENS Results from Saturday July 9, Stableford/Jim Barry Memorial, sponsored by Barry Family/Wines: I Zweck 42 points, T Eime 41, G Mugge 40, G Hayes 38, P Agnew 38, M Videon 38, R Lamond 37, J Greet 35, K Hayes 34, H Wandel 33, J Hogan 29, B Spinks 22. NTP 14- J Hogan. Skins 14: J Hogan. This week, July 17: second Qualifying Round of Club Championship/Stroke, sponsored by Northern Windscreens. Ladies Results, Stableford/Sponsored by Clare Auto Pro: J Zweck 46, B Victor played 12 holes 18, H Williams played nine holes 7. Skins: J Zweck. Raffle: H Williams. This week, July 13: Secret Holes, sponsored by Effigy Hair Studios, hostess K Mugge. Next week, July 20: Stableford, Club Medal, sponsored by Godfrey Pembroke. Hostess L Randolph.

Hamley Bridge

Thursday’s Stableford competition only attracted 18 players due to the Veterans Playing at Owen. Tougher conditions made the game a low scoring affair. Wim Van Pelt won the day with 38, which is the lowest winning score for some time. John Bell, who is playing fairly consistent golf at the moment came second on a count

back from Cliff Applebee, both with 36. Other scores: Ian Rohde, Dave Russell, Bert Pearce, Bob Charman, Kieth Kluske, George Dahlitz 35, Doug Cooper 33, Bob Hillier, Dennis Hawke 32, Barry Schwartz, Max Grasby 31, Roger Hahn 28, Germano Luguini 25, Ian Ferguson 24, Roen Cameron DNF. Roen Cameron showed the way in Saturdays Stableford competition, winning the day with 41 points from John Bell, who remained consistent with 40, and Rowland Pawlak 39. A GRADE: John Bell 40, Leigh Durdin 37, Steve Howe 36, Wim Van Pelt 35, John Mitchell, Bert Pearce 34. B GRADE: Roen Cameron 41, Rowland Pawlak 39, Bob Hinderwell 38, Kieth Kluske, Barry Zerna 35. C GRADE: Ian Rohde 38, Doug Cooper, Bob Charman 35. Birdies: Neville Durdin 14, Rowland Pawlak 17, John Mitchell 18. Nearest to pin: Errol Branson 9. Long drives: A grade – Bert Pearce; B grade – Errol Branson, C grade – Ross Hienze. Ladies Scores Stephanie Martin 44 Helen Bell 35.

SADDLEWORTH

The third Qualifying Round of the Championships was played on Saturday, July 9 in cool and damp conditions. Results: ; Rob Benger 68 net 66; Fraser Neill 84 net 66; Bronte Heinrich 83 bet 67; Roger Coupar 80 net 67; Richard Davidson 92 net 68; Simon Goode 96 net 69; Matt Butler 87 net 70; Kevin Parish 93 net 71; Steve Hadley 96 net 71; Frank Armfield 89 net 72; Ken Beatton 92 net 72; Jake Heapy 106 net 76; Brad Abbott 98 net 77; Bill Driver 102 net 80; Len Venning 103 net 83 NTP: No. 16 – Frank Armfield. Skins: B grade winner – Ken Beatton. Birdies: Simon Goode. Next week, July 16: fourth Qualifying Round Championships.

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NEWS v Owen

Wedding fun for everyone When is it ok for men to dress like women and women to dress like men? As I found out, many of the Owen community members do it, and they do it well, so maybe Owen is an exception to the rules! The Owen Town Hall Committee put together a fun, fanciful show to please a full house last Saturday. The marriage of Nolleen Longbottom aka: Noel Bubner – a not so stunning bride in white (which should have been grey according to her father), to Snookems Cobbledick aka: Derily Snook – who was quite well disguised as a rather full of himself groom. The play opened as the parents of the bride waited, somewhat impatiently for the wedding to start. The Cobbeldick family discussing their farming and how Curley Cobbledick chose his wife, like he chose his cows. The ones with the big… The shock factor was used well, as the audience had to sit through conversations that no child wants to hear about their parents. Colin Hocking and John Marshman looked stunning in their after five, though how Colin manage to fit

his feet in heels and walk so well, I will never know! Shirley Gameau was a very loving husband, and couldn’t seem to keep his hands off his wife. In comes the bridal party, the hyperactive Flower Girl Gavin Marshman with way to much chest hair showing, followed by a splash of purple and pink, Allan Tiller and Andrew Parker, who sauntered down the aisle with the grace of an elephant. Caroline Trainer gave a well delivered speech about ‘who gives this bride way’, noting that after paying for the wedding ‘she’s all I got left to give away.’ But who could forget the entrance of the single mother, Kelvin Gameau in a shock of black boots, pink fishnets and the shortest mini skirt I have ever seen, a sight I’m not wanting to hold in my memory bank, but he sure did shock the audience, however not much seemed to faze the bride and groom on their ‘special day’. Minister, Parson Wind, none other than councillor Rodney Reid, managed to get the two wed with the ‘Power invested in her by the Owen Town Hall Committee”.

We were then treated to the wedding feast, thanks to the many helpers from the Owen community and Tom from Mallala for feeding the hungry wedding goers. The meal was served in a timely manner, and all were well fed a delicious three course meal. John Marshman gave a lovely speech as the Mother of the Groom, and a collective Awww filled the room at the lovely sentiment shared. Congratulations to Don Bubner, for writing, directing, prompting, and keeping the raucous together, a mean feet when the men seem to enjoy their role reversal much more than they should, particularly the President of the Town Hall committee. All in all, as usual when you are part of something the Owen community puts on you are well fed, well entertained and leave knowing their community will continue to prosper with such dedicated locals. – Kelly Bickle n SHOCKING the reception guests in more ways than one, was single “mum” Kelvin Gameau.

SPORT v District

Nairn again champion at Hamley Bridge Open

PHOTO COURTESY FIONA CHAPMAN

BALAKLAVA’S Ethan Gates (right) applies pressure to opponent James Forrest, Clare/Springstown, while Isaac Hamann, Balaklava attempts to get the ball.

Veterans

Adelaide Plains and Barossa Veterans Golfers results for July 7, played at Owen Golf Club. The day began with a donated President’s breakfast. Only a small field of 37 attended from six different clubs, and every one enjoyed the day. A grade: D Zito Hamley Bridge 41, D Butler Penfield 40, Dean Tricket Balaklava 40. B Grade: Les Hean Owen 43, H Jeske Gawler 40, J Spackman Two Wells 37. C Grade: L Zebieski Two Wells 42, M Hahesy Balaklava 39, G Woods Hamley Bridge 36. Ball run down: A Grade – David Wilson Highercombe 38, Rob Volkraat Gawler 37, Alan Penn Penfield 30, J Ball Two Wells 33. B Grade – Eddie Mannin Hamley Bridge 37, B Stewart Balaklava 37, John Riley Hamley Bridge 35, Gerald Dawson Penfield 34; C Grade – Jim Raynor Barossa 35, R Heinze Hamley Bridge 34, Bill Sims Tanunda 33, Trevor Bateman Kapunda 32, B Milne Barossa 30 NTP: A grade – David Wilson, Highercombe; B grade – H Jeske, Gawler.

Two wells

Results from Saturday, July 9. Competition: Stableford - President’s Trophy round three. Sponsor: Empire Cafe, Two Wells. Players: 35 men, four ladies. A foggy start to the day as I drove out from home made me think that the wet weather gear was not required for the day. Boy was I wrong! As Ray and I played late in the last group, we got drowned like everybody else on the day. The rain was relentless and kept coming in waves which made all of us think it would ease at some point when the sun shone briefly between the showers.

Still, a fine effort for 39 members to front and play in the third round of the President’s Trophy. The round proved to be a moving round with several players such as Simon Grigg, Brian Barns, John Ball, Andrew Baker and Paul Shields moving into possible striking distance to claim the trophy next month. Only the dropping of the worst round will separate the winner, as it is quite close and will need a final solid round to claim the prize. There were some good scores on the day, with the captain leading the pack with 42 points to win B grade, with both Ian Clark and Mark Hansford equal second with 39. Ian Telfer also finished with 42, taking out C grade from Andrew Baker on 38 and Jim Weir on 33. A grade was close, with Craig Doudle winning with 38 points from Simon Grigg on 37 and Yogi Frencken on 35. Members of Two Wells Golf Club wish both Brian Prior and Shorty Paul a speedy recovery from their stay in hospital. We are thinking of you both and members will try to visit when they have a moment. The NAGA was well deserved, with Leon soundly beaten by not only the lads that played, but by all the ladies! He was not permitted to leave the club house until he had claimed his prize despite several attempts to hide in the toilet and under the table. The banter was taken well and, as always, in fun. Match play rounds continued with the following results: L Grafton def A Bail 5/4; R Hogg def Stuart Grigg 6/5; C Girling def V Zito 6/4; M Hansford def S Kelly 4/2. With two rounds of the Club Championships completed, it looks like the following player’s third round will determine who will have the opportunity to be in the final rounds pairings for each grade. A Grade: C Girling 155, V Hatch

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John Nairn, who has dominated the A grade championship over the last 12 years winning it many times, shot a 3 over 108 off the stick for 27 holes 4 strokes, in front of another highly successful open day player Phil Smith 112. Roger Hahn won the B grade with 130, from Barrie Zerna 132 (after a play-off With Neville Durdin 132). The C grade was won by Rob Reiman with 135, from Darryl Hall 138. Other results: A grade 27 hole Handicap winner – Leigh Durdin 1001/2, runner-up Bradley Zerna 103. A grade 18 hole handicap winner – Ian Goddard 67 (CB), runner-up Vince Hatch 67. Nine hole handicap winner – Barry Schwartz 331/2, runner-up John Mitchell 341/2. B grade 27 hole handicap winner – Ben Michael 103, runner-up Neville Durdin 1031/2.

157 and Stuart Grigg 164. B Grade: J Bowden 175, P Shields 176, A Bail 177 and M Hansford 179. C Grade: P Woods 182, A Baker 195 and I Telfer 210. Results A Grade: C Doudle 38, Simon Grigg 37, Y Frencken 35, M Davies 33, L Grafton 33, S. Abbott 33, J Ball 32, C Girling 30, V Hatch 30, C Hogg 30, Stuart Grigg 29, G Payne 28, V Zito 24. B Grade: P Shields 42, I Smith 39, M. Hansford 39, R Hogg 38, S Watson 38, S Kelly 36, J Spackman 35, I Smith 34, D Hall 33, H Linford 32 and A Bail 27. C Grade: I Telfer 42, A Baker 38, J Weir 33,C Weller 31, P Woods 31, N Bowden 30, R Prior 30, J Boon 30, D Smith 28, B Weaver 27 and L Zbierski 23. Ladies: L Cannazaro 30, K Stubing 30 and J Holland 29. Long Drives: A – Simon Grigg; B: M Hansford; C: A Baker. Ladies: K Stubing. NTP: 1–, 2–, 6 – J Weir, 11 – M Davies, 12 – V Hatch, 15 – S Kelly. Birdies: 4 – R Hogg, 7 – Simon Grigg and L Grafton, 10 – M Hansford, 16 –. Birdies Nest: –. Eagles: –. Pro’s Approach: C Girling. NAGA: Leon Zbierski Meat trays: C Hogg, H Johnson, J Weir. Next week: third Round Club Championships. See you on the course next week – bring a friend to join our weekly adventures, the more the merrier! – Paul Shields, captain TWGC

Two Wells Ladies

Round 2 of the Rhonda Blaser Par Trophy was played on July 5. Winner with even was Elaine Grigg, runner-up Judi Frost with -1 on a countback to Kathy Stubing. Long Drive winner was Helen Johnson, hole 16 and Tine Perry had a gobbler on hole 15.

B grade 18 hole winner – Steve Howe 71, runner-up Rob Fidock 72. B grade 9 hole handicap winner – Scott Michael 31, runner-up Gerald Dawson 331/2. C grade 27 hole Handicap winner – Ian Rohde 103, runner-up Warren Isgar 105. C grade 18 Hole handicap winner – Ray Battle 66, runner-up Anton Noack 71. C grade 9 hole handicap winner – Ross Hienze 34 (CB), runner-up Brad Waite 34. Veterans 18 hole winner – Rob Reiman 65, runner-up Ray Battle 66. Super Veterans winner – Ian Rohde 68, runner-up Vince Zito 69. Nearest to the pins: Rob Hinderwell fourth, Vince Zito 12th. Long Drives: A grade – Bradley Zerna; B grade – Scott Michael; C grade – Brian Waite. Teams Event: John Nairn, Phil Smith, Ray Battle.

Hockey Under 14 report

Under a rather dreary sky at Riverton, play began with both teams coming out strong, keen to gain control of the ball. There was a lot of play through the centre of the field, giving Balaklava players Sarah Goldney, Micah Hamann and Isaac Hamann plenty of reasons to run. Some consistent play by Mitchell Lawrie, and Riley Chapman kept Springstown on their toes. With Springstown’s strong play, Balaklava defenders Tim Goldney, Ethan Gates and Tom Goldney along with goal keeper Daniel Clisby worked hard to prevent them from scoring a goal. Soon into the second half, Balaklava’s Mitchell Lawrie and Riley Chapman played well through the centre, helping the team win two successive short corners, but Balaklava failed to convert into goal. Rookie wings Jahrika Haasbroek and Kailah Gates along with seasoned player, Nathan Shepherd had good runs and played their positions admirably. Mitchell proved his value with several great runs down the field, which eventually rewarded the team with the only goal for the game. Well done Balaklava. The Clare & District Hockey Association has a bye this weekend, so there won’t be any hockey. The next game is on July 23 at Balaklava. There will be teas on afterwards so stay and support the club. RESULTS from matches played at Riverton on Saturday:

Under 14

Balaklava 1 defeated Clare Springstown 0

Goal: Mitchel Lawrie. Best: Bal – Ethan Gates, Micah Hamann, Riley Chapman; Cl/Spr – Josh Megson, Jake Dolphin, Austin Duncan-Reid.

Under 17

Clare Donnybrook 1 drew with Burra 1 Goals: Cl/Don – Lachlan McLean; Bur – Nick Haddow. Best: Cl/Don – Lachlan McLean, Ellen Canna, Lachlan Squires; Bur – Lachie Haddow, Alex Catt, Nick Haddow. Clare/Springstown 2 defeated Balaklava 1 Goals: Cl/Spr – Caleb Megson, James Forrest; Bal – Hedley Greenshields. Best: Cl/Spr – Matt Forrest, Tom Forrest, James Forrest; Bal: Hedley Greenshields, Jordan Hamann, Marni Greenshields. A great effort from the Forrest boys, best players in the order of their age.

Women

Balaklava 1 goal drew with Clare/ Sevenhill 1 Goals: Bal – Hayley Chapman; Cl/ Sev – Emily Elkhoury. Best: Bal – Marni Greenshields, Hayley Chapman, Amber Greenshields; Cl/Sev – Liz Sherrah, Emily Elkhoury, Ellen Canna.

Men

Balaklava won on forfeit from Clare/ Springstown Riverton 1 drew with Clare/Donnybrook 1 Goals: Riv – Jackson Weiss; l/Don – Ben Fuller. Best: Riv – Tristan Chapman, Kelvin Tiller, Andrew Chapman; Cl/ Don – Mark Telfer, Daniel, Cheetham, John Squires. No Hockey next weekend due to school holidays break. Next round of matches at Balaklava on July 23.

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

• Gnomeo & Juliet (G) ★ ★ ★ All tickets $5 - Thurs July 14, 10.30am • Rango (PG) ★ ★ ★ ★ Animated, All tickets $5 - Wed July 13, 2pm - Fri July 15, 8pm - Wed July 20, 2pm • Tangled (PG) ★ ★ ★ ★ All tickets $5 - Thurs July 21, 2pm • The Adjustment Bureau (M) ★ ★ ★ Stars Matt Damon, Emily Blunt - Sat July 16, 8pm - Fri July 22, 8pm • The Girl Who Kicked The Hornet’s Nest (MA15+) ★★★★ - Sat July 23, 8pm - Fri July 29, 8pm

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Tickets: • Concession/Student $8 • Adults $10 • Child $5 • Family tickets $25 (2 + 2) extra child $2.50 3 Full Dolby digital surround sound 3 Candy bar 3 A/Cond BOOKINGS 8844 5175 - (between 2pm - 5pm)

Roseworthy Railway Club inc

AGM

Thursday August 18 6.30pm at the station

All Welcome To Come

Christmas in July Market Sat JUly 16 9am to 1pm

Bric-a-Brac Market Sun JUly 24 9am to 1pm

Let us take you for a ride

Cafe open till 4pm 3 Stall holders wanted, $10 per stall 3 Buskers wanted 3 Agent for CC Blooms, Kadina

Cafe & Market

Sunday July 17

Roseworthy Campus Mudla Wirra Rd (Wasleys Rd) Cove footwea red rm be worn ust on train

Port Wakefield CFS

3 Drinks 3 Ice Cream 3 Cooked BBQ 3 Trains running from12.30pm to 4.30pm

Birthday party & Special Events are welcome, contact Bob 8264 0449 anytime

Balaklava Vice Presidents Club Presents

12 Burra Street, Port Wakefield

Caterina 0407 398 018 Lyn 0417 863 701

For Sale

Caravan 30’ Wildcat fifth wheeler 2005. IVECO tow vehicle, 2005, 33,000km, reg XSS 612. Excellent throughout and many features. Phone Simon 0437 850 897 or 8632 2200. Chihuhua pups, 3 short haired females ready July 17. Vaccinated and wormed, parents on show, $400 each. Ph 0428 361 824. Chip and shred (Rover) petrol engine mulcher. 9 months old. Apply Peter Mill Court, $500.

Commodore VS wagon, 1995, dual fuel, 270000 km, reg VWR 013, $2900. Phone 0408 300 225. Firewood - top quality split red gum or blue gum, $270 per tonne. 1/2 tonne loads available. All loads weighed. Free delivery to Owen and surrounding areas. Phone 0412 887 040 anytime.

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 for sale, cut and delivered, kindling available. Phone/mobile: 0407 896 159 or a/hours 8865 2127. Firewood $180 per tonne, free delivery, Balaklava or as arranged. Mixed gum. Phone 0447 079 388 or 0428 811 874.

Lounge suite, tan macro suede lounge with reclin-

ers at each end $450. Phone 0408 836 141.

Coming events

REGIONAL REVIVAL RALLY at Balaklava

(Regional Revival is an initiative of Balaklava Church of Christ)

Sunday July 24

• Come and share the joy with July Youth Campers • Great worship & music, which include camper musicians • Pooled Supper

All WELCOME - Young & Old

Wednesday August 3 - 7pm • At Balaklava Sports Club • Tickets cost $110 • Tickets include 3 course meal, beer, wine and soft drinks & entry into weekly $50 draw

Limited tickets Contact person: Mark Heaslip 0427 444 284 Martin Bond 0418 840 109 Peter Allen 0429 853 203

SMALL Ads BRINGs Big Results Plains Producer, Wednesday July 13, 2011

Hyundai Getz 2003, red, manual, well maintained, power steering, power windows, air conditioning, CD player, 2 door hatch. 3 months rego, reg no. WYN 414, $5500 o.n.o. Phone 0439 828 234 or 8862 1905.

Metal cabinets, filing cabinets with keys, lockers, gas lift chairs and files, all in good condition. Phone 0407 183 862.

Oaten Hay, $35 roll. Will deliver locally. Balaklava Museum. Phone: 8862 1854 or 8862 1741.

Piano - Wurlitzer. $1,200 ono. Ph: 0428 997 637.

Pups - Kelpie X Hunterway pups. Born 30/04/2011. 3 male, 1 female. Good pups, must go, $150 o.n.o. Phone 8863 3004.

Six high backed blackwood dining chairs, velvet insert seats, $150 o.n.o. Phone 0427 976 040.

Westrail Engineering, 6x4 trailer with spare tyre and wheeled jack. Only 6 months old. No further use. $1,200 GST included. Ring 0439 848 491.

80th Birthday

Dyer - Ray. Wishing you all the best on your 80th Birthday July 14, 2011. You can take it easy now and enjoy more to come, every new day a good day. Love from Vi, Peter, Tracey, Wayne, Sharyn and Simon and your 7 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Growing Food Business Food producers, economic developers and supply chain partners are invited to hear some new thinking on crop diversification, family farm business, marketing and distribution. Followed by a discussion on barriers to growth. Date: Tuesday July 19, 2011 Time: 4 - 6 pm Where: Two Wells Bowls Club Old Port Wakefield Road Two Wells No charge but an RSVP is required. RSVP by emailing Ashleigh on ashleigh@barossa.org.au or phone 8563 3603

Return Thanks

Crawford - Rachel (Rae) of Mallala. The family extend their sincere appreciation of your kind thoughts, cards, expressions of sympathy, prayers and support especially to those who went out of their way to help at the time of our late mother’s passing. Specialt thanks to staff of Gilbert Valley Homes Riverton, Balaklava Hospital, Mill Court and Ira Parker Homes Balaklava and Ambulance personnel for their patience and care. For many who assisted Mum before she went into care, Chaps, LN Transport, dirvers and close friends who gave support over the years, Thank you!

Return Thanks

Lines - Brian Richard. Due to the overwhelming numbers of cards received, phone calls, floral arrangements, help, visitors and all attending Brian’s funeral. Please accept this as sincere thanks from Brian’s wife Margaret.

Thank you

Loretta, Rodney and staff sincerely thank all the CFS teams, police officers, ambulance crews, volunteers and all general public for their help in the event of the Two Wells Tavern fire on Sunday July 3. We look forward to seeing you all soon as all attempts are being made to get things up and running as soon as possible.

Invitation to attend the NRM Board meeting Members of the community are invited to attend the next meeting of the Northern and Yorke Natural Resources Management Board on: Monday 25 July 2011 12.00 noon Lunch 1.00 pm Board meeting in the Supper Room of the Port Vincent Town Hall, Marine Parade, Port Vincent For more information, please contact the Board on 8636 2361 or board@nynrm.sa.gov.au

www.nynrm.sa.gov.au 2561603

Death

Thorne - Murray. Passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer, at the Gawler Hospital on July 8, 2011. Aged 66 years

Loved and loving husband of Sue. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Trish and Richard Konzag, Todd and Carolyn. Much loved pa of Matthew (deceased), Anna, Ryan, Riley, Georgia and Ella. Now at peace and re-united with his beloved grandson Matty.

The

Come and enjoy the company of two stars of AFL

HEATING Oil Tank for sale. Approx 600 litre capacity, very good condition. Comes with Vulcan oil heater that can be used for spare parts. $150 Ph: 0409 670 630.

Firewood cut, $220 tonne. Delivered locally. Balaklava Museum. Phone 8862 1854 or 8862 1741.

6.30pm at Balaklava Church of Christ

Jarman Brothers

For Sale

Murray’s Funeral Service will be conducted in the Taylor and Forgie Funeral Chapel, 15 Cowan Street, Gawler on Friday July 15, 2011 at 2pm.

In lieu of floral tributes a donation in memory of Murray to the Cancer Council, 202 Greenhill Road, Eastwood 5063 would be appreciated.

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.

Private Burial

Taylor & Forgie Member of AFDA Gawler - 8522 1734

Thorne - Murray. Our thoughts are with you Sue, Trish, Todd and your families. Gay, Hank, Rick, Shelly and family and Anthony. A great friend and fishing mate.

In Memoriam

McIntyre - in memory of Darrell. Loving husband and Dad. Passed away four years today. Always in our hearts and dreams. Sadly missed always loved. Marg, Sissy, John & Paul.

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Situations Vacant

CLARE & GILBERT VALLEYS COUNCIL Adoption of Valuation & Declaration of Rates Notice is hereby given that the Clare & Gilbert Valleys Council at a Special Council Meeting held on 7 July 2011, resolved as follows for the year ending 30 June 2012: 1. Adoption of Valuations To adopt the capital valuations made by the Valuer General within Council’s area totalling $2,296,450,440 for rating purposes. 2. Declaration of Differential General Rates To declare differential general rates, based on the capital value of the rateable land in the Council’s area and varying according to land use as follows: 1. Category 1 (Residential), Category 8 (Vacant Land) and Category 9 (Other), a rate of 0.4069 cents in the dollar; 2. Category 2 (Commercial – Shop), Category 3 (Commercial – Office) and Category 4 (Commercial – Other) a rate of 0.5493 cents in the dollar; 3. Category 5 (Industrial – Light) and Category 6 (Industrial – Other) a rate of 0.5493 cents in the dollar; 4. Category 7 (Primary Production) a rate of 0.3052 cents in the dollar. 3. Declaration of Minimum Rate To fix a minimum amount of $575.00 payable by way of general rates. 4. Annual Service Charge - Community Wastewater Management Systems To impose annual service charges based on the level of usage of the service in respect of land to which it provides or makes available Community Wastewater Management System services: • $360.00 per unit in respect of all land serviced by the Clare Scheme; and • $360.00 per unit in respect of all land serviced by the Riverton Scheme; and • $360.00 per unit in respect of all land serviced by the Saddleworth Scheme. 5. Annual Service Charge - Waste Collection Service To impose annual service charges based on the nature of the service in respect of all land to which it provides or makes available the waste collection service: 1. within the towns of Clare, Riverton, Saddleworth, Mintaro, Sevenhill, Auburn, Watervale, Manoora, Rhynie, Marrabel, Stockport, Tarlee and Waterloo - $172.00; and 2. for all properties outside the above townships that have made application and have access along the route to the waste collection service (exclusive of recyclable collection), $172.00. 6 Natural Resources Management Levy To declare a separate rate of 0.0142 cents in the dollar based on the capital value of the rateable land be declared in respect of all rateable land in the Council area in order to reimburse the Council the amount contributed to the Northern & Yorke Natural Resources Management Board being $322,325. 7. Payment of Rates & Charges Rates and charges will be payable in four equal or approximately equal instalments falling due on September 2, 2011, December 2, 2011, March 2, 2012, and June 1, 2012. RD Blight Chief Executive Officer

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Situations Vacant

CASH for cans & bottles, Owen Recycling - 18 Railway Terrace, Owen. Wednesday 10-5; Saturday 10-1 or by appointment. Ph 0428 890 107.

I can tackle large projects that make the best use of my skills to motivate me. The sheer complexity of the issues I face ensures I’m always fascinated. At SA Health, how my career develops is up to me. With diverse career pathways and lots of opportunities to shine, there’s no limit to what I can achieve.

Country Home Advocacy Project Inc

Manager, Operations

Seeking a new challenge and an opportunity to make a difference? CHAP is a successful community-based organisation providing in-home services to support frail older people, younger people with disabilities and their carers across the Barossa, Gawler, Lower North, Wakefield Plains and Yorke Peninsula regions of South Australia. CHAP is recognised as a leader in its field. The Head Office is located in Nuriootpa with 5 regional offices in Gawler, Nuriootpa, Clare, Balaklava and Maitland.

Coffee Morning. Lutheran Church Hall. Short Terrace, Balaklava. 10am on July 19, 2011. Welcome to all men & women for fellowship.

Personal Care Worker/ Carer

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.

Yorke & Lower North Health Service Snowtown Job Ref: 496635 www.health.sa.gov.au/careers 1300 882 992

Wanted to Buy

HORSES unwanted, top prices, cash, any types, Ph 8524 3640 or 0414 546 217.

As Operations Manager you will be responsible for leadership and management in the provision of services and ensure the customer-focussed culture is maintained in responding to community needs. Key responsibilities include: • Strategically manage, promote and develop the designated client support programs in line with CHAP’s Mission, Vision and Values and organisational policies and procedures in collaboration with other members of the Leadership Team. • Effectively and efficiently manage all Operations employees, with the support of the Senior Coordinators. • Contribute to the development of innovative service delivery approaches

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

...do something more meaningful

Work Wanted

Ex-Farmer available for part time work. Phone David 0488 051 985 or 8336 3881 a/hours.

Wanted to Rent

The successful applicant will have: • Proven experience in management and working at a senior level within a health or human services organisation • A range of personal attributes including excellent communication and negotiation skills; • A sound knowledge of contemporary State & Commonwealth policy direction, legislation, and issues within the aged care industry; • A high level of integrity and commitment to achieve CHAP’s objectives and work within its values.

BlazeS006912

Farmhouse in Mallala area. Good references. Phone Mick 8527 2383.

Situations Vacant

This is a senior position and an attractive salary package will be negotiated with the successful candidate. A Job and Person Specification is available on our website: www.chap.org.au Enquiries and applications should be directed to Erik Moen, Chief Executive Officer, Phone 8562 4177 and email erik.moen@chap.org.au Applications close Friday July 29, 2011

Business Directory

Viterra is a dynamic, global food ingredients company with extensive operations across Australia, New Zealand and North America. The company employs more than 1100 people in Australia and New Zealand in three key areas: grain handling and marketing, agri-products and food/feed processing.

Darren Langley

Auto Restorations Restoring your vehicle to it’s former glory • 25 year experience • Quality restorations by quality tradesman • Free quotes either in person or via emailed images Phone Darren 0427 948 780 or 8862 2439 Balaklava SA - e: langleyrestorations@gmail.com

Tom’s Catering Service Whether you choose a 5 course gourmet dinner or delicious finger food Tom caters for all. Flexible menu choices with prices starting at $10 a head

Mobile - 0409 676 755 PhONE - 8527 2247

Multi Exhaust & Brake Virginia • Exhaust • Brakes • Suspension • Radiators • Servicing Cnr Old Pt Wakefield & Gawler Roads, Virginia (opp. Virginia Hotel)

Phone us on 8380 9477

BRIAN RIDDLE

Since 19

Mice a Problem?

Office Administrator – NOA • • • •

Casual position located in Balaklava Dynamic work environment Varied and challenging role Up to 40 hours per week will be required

Our Storage and Handling site at Balaklava is currently seeking an experienced candidate for the administrator position. Reporting to the Senior Administrator this role will ensure all data is recorded and processed accurately and timely, whilst administration tasks are completed effectively and efficiently. This role is also responsible for efficient and courteous customer service including answering all phone calls and sales contract data entry. Providing administrative support for the effective day to day running of the office will be required, as well as the effective maintenance of all filing and record systems within the office. To secure this position you must possess:

• Microsoft Ofﬁce suite • Computer literacy and the ability to learn and understand new internal systems • Ability to relate to both internal and external customers with a professional approach to being solution focussed If this looks like the job for you then please visit www.viterra.com.au and go to “Careers” in the Quick Links section to read more. For enquiries please contact Halie Forlonge on 08 8304 5036. Please note we are not accepting Recruitment Agency submissions at this time.

Agri-Products . Grain Handling & Marketing . Processing

Small or large scale baiting

Balaklava & Adelaide Plains

Ph/Fax: 8862 1832 Mob: 0421 517 708 Plains Producer, Wednesday July 13, 2011

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Trades & Services Directory

For rent

For Sale

Retravision - computers, cameras, mp3, appliances, Telstra dealer, air conditioning, wiring and repairs. Phone 8862 1552.

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P: 0417 062 828

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Chiropractor Dr Daryl R Brown Consulting Fridays 9am to 1pm at Balaklava Ambulance Station

8853 2088

Email: harvestready@safe-mail.net

Lower Light

D.R. COOK

Septic Suckers

P.B Thompson

Plumbing Contractor

Service & installation: • Hot Water Systems (inc Solar) • Blocked drains • Drainage • Water filters • Septic tanks • Rainwater tanks / pumps No Call Out Fee Pensioner Discounts

“Real Plumbing at Realstic Prices”

Home: 8862 1285 Mobile 0418 896 808

✓ Flies, Fleas, Misc. Pests ✓ Rats & Mice ✓ White Ants ✓ Cockroaches ✓ Spiders ✓ Weed Spraying

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or 0419 842 228

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Servicing All… • Chainsaws • Brushcutters • Ride-ons • Lawnmowers • Motorcycles • Water Pumps • Generators and much more…

8862 2200

Phone Roger: 0428 419 133

PEST & WEED CONTROL

Fully Equipped Mobile Workshop

FREE NO OBLIGATION QUOTES

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

Monumental Works

7 Days Service!

For appointments phone

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Harvest Ready Small Engine Repairs

Health Comm. Lic. No. 12

Share accommodation at Port Wakefield. Cheap. Phone 0428 811 082.

New Home Builder

3Balaklava 3Mallala 3Two Wells

MID NORTH

ABN 89660399532

EPA18322

Hamley Bridge - modern, single bedroom unit with lounge, kitchen, laundry, undercover parking, r/c air conditioning, rent $75 per week. Bond and references required. Close to facilities. Seniors only. Phone: 8528 2236.

WOW!

Stiff Neck?

www.xtraordinaryconstructions.com.au

Builder Lic: BLD 198762

Balaklava - New brick home. 4 bedrooms, 2 living areas, en-suite bathroom, air conditioning, dishwasher, low maintenance garden, $270 per week. Contact 0407 621 009.

Real Estate

• Quality Marble & Granite Monuments • Additional Inscriptions • Renovations Equal to New • Kitchen & Vanity Benchtops • Factory Direct Prices • Country & Metropolitan

“Great Opportunity” to change your lifestyle

Discount variety and giftware store in Kapunda’s main street. Established 2001 and operated by original owners. Steady business in growing rural area. Well worth a look.

Factory / Sales

Sale enquiries: Kellie-Lee Cook & David Cook Ph: 8862 2047 Fax: 8862 1014 Lot 94 Dunns Road, Balaklava

$65,000 + Stock

Craftsman built memorials

Phone: 0429 663 695

More Houses Needed “Your property may suit”

Balaklava 18 Ralli Street

$185,000

Balaklava $160,000 17 Kelly Street

Location & Great Investment

• Very affordable home • Pre-fabricated 3 bedroom • Good size lounge room • 1062 m2 block with fruit trees and a established lawn and garden area.

Top position, Great Investment & magic tenant

This 3 bedroom prefabricated home is set in popular Ralli St. Balaklava and boasts a large 1012m2 block. The semi modern kitchen has ample cupboard space plus a movable bench and plenty of room for a dining table. The lounge is adjacent the kitchen and has sliding doors overlooking the attractive front garden. The carpeted bedrooms all have built ins with the spacious main bedroom featuring full length storage. The bathroom and separate toilet are conveniently located near the bedrooms. The laundry also has a built in cupboard and has access to the back yard via a handy ramp. A carport on the side accommodates parking and also easy access to the rear yard which is fenced down the middle to lessen the maintenance, plus two garden sheds provide storage. The property is leased with a reliable tenant providing an affordable investment opportunity or move in and enjoy yourself. Don’t miss this opportunity to inspect this reasonably priced property.

Balaklava’s Number 1 name in Real Estate Plains Producer, Wednesday July 13, 2011

Balaklava Red $179,000 Unit 6 - 1 Charles Street

Snowtown Red$199,000

23 First Street

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

• easy care garden • dishwasher • affordable price

Balaklava

$135,000

4 Robinson Street

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 Red $289,900

30 Roberts Ave

Ideal family home with 4 bedrooms & 2 living areas

• Spacious lounge • 2 Reverse Cycle • Gallery style kitchen Air Conditioners • Semi enclosed • Large shed pergola & carport

Under Contract • 17 Whitwarta Rd, Balaklava • 22 Humphry Street, Balaklava

Unit with heaps of extra’s and prime location • 2 bedroom home • Large lounge • Great little workshop adjoining the with power eating area

• 2 Main Bedrooms • Renovated kitchen • Good sized lounge room

• Enormous family games room • Under instructions from mortgagee in possession

Rental • 60 Railway Tce. Balaklava 3 bedroom, modern kitchen, large shed. $200/wk.

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

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Peckers power home Important win for Balaklava against reigning premiers After a third quarter charge by the reigning premiers, the second placed Balaklava side dominated the last term, kicking seven-goalsto-one and winning this second versus third clash against Mallala by 55 points. The Peckers controlled most of the first half and having 12 scoring shots to five to the long interval, leading by 27 points. The Magpies dragged themselves back into the contest with four successive goals, but this run was reversed in the final term. “There was a cross breeze at the oval and it was a scrappy affair for the first three quarters,” Peckers coach Stuart Lamond said. “It was an interesting contest as I thought we had control for all but a purple patch by Mallala in the third term. “After we kicked the first two goals of the second half to be about 40 points up, they played their best football for the match in that burst. “Pleasingly, we found a way to regroup, as good sides should and powered home in the last. “We started to get clean football from the stoppages and were more direct, starting to use it (the ball) better.” In the final stanza the Peckers nearly doubled their score, kicking 7.5 while the reigning premiers

PETER ARGENT’S APFL report

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managed only 1.1. Both Ben Catford and Lachie Michael were important in the midfield rotations, while Les Pearson gave plenty of drive from his half back flank. Justin Walker in his breakout year was a key component, both at centre half forward in the second half and in ruck during the opening two terms. Power listed athlete Glenn Dawson kicked five goals and could have had eight, while Jed Rowland was impressive out of the best. Along with Dawson’s five-goal haul, coach Lamond kicked three, while on-baller Todd McPharlin and Michael both kicked two. Former Plains Producer medallist, Liam Whitwell was the Magpies’ best, followed by Ryan Montgomery and Dale McLean. Joel Montgomerie was still serviceable, as was Kirk Kirvan and Josh Seal. Mallala full forward, Brian Montgomery kicked three of his team’s six goals for the game.

n Peter Argent reports on other A grade matches, page 22.

THE BANDWAGON

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Has a particular club been meddling with best player votes? Just rumour?

Rick Shaw’s rant: Page 23

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PECKER Glenn Dawson takes a specky with help from teammate Jonathon Brice, while Chris Hallion and Ben Work are in the mix for the Magpies. INSET: Pecker Brad Michael stops Mallala’s Liam Whitwell in his tracks.

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