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Life with diabetes changes forever

THE death of Dublin man, Keith Davidson, 68, may have resulted from natural causes after his son, Brett, was initially arrested for the murder of his father on Friday night.

Prosecutors downgraded the charge to manslaughter after a post-mortem examination and he was subsequently released on bail after he appeared in the Elizabeth Magistrates Court on Monday afternoon.

Davidson’s defence lawyer, Craig Caldicott, told the court Davidson had allegedly pushed his father. Caldicott suggested Keith Davidson may have died from natural causes.

Prosecutors are awaiting the full report from the autopsy.

Police were called to the Sixth street address about 11.30pm on Friday night, where they arrested Davidson.

Locals said they struggled to believe Davidson would intentionally harm his father, the two sharing a “brother-like” bond. n Continued Page 4

Council’s Wakefield CWMS cost hit eased

n Shaun Gilbert is having a diabetes “pump” fitted by Tania Kelly, a diabetes research nurse and educator, in an action which will forever change his life and that of his family. His brother Jamie, also a Type 1 diabetic, underwent a similar procedure. n The boys, pictured left with their parents Tania and Graeme Gilbert on the family farm at Windsor, now will no longer have to inject insulin up to five times a day. n The family wants to thank the local community groups who helped them to a new life. n READ HOW the GILBERT FAMILY haS adapted TO THEIR NEW LIFE ON PAGEs 6 and 7

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NEWS v District

First day at school ... and the world awaits

n There was a mixture of emotions on Monday when 11 new students had their first day of school. There was excitement, happiness and sadness ... and that was just the mums alone!

n ABOVE: Horizon Christian School welcomed six new students (from left) Nicholas Floores, Shanae Wink, Jemma Taylor, Will Manuel, Bradley Carslake, Jayden Mudge

n RIGHT: Balaklava Primary’s five new students included (from left) Natthan Oliver, Alexander Evans, Jai Thompson, Sophie Sanders and Demi Leach.

n Letter to the Editor n Port Wakefield Management Committee’s ‘immense disappointment’ The following letter was provided to the Plains Producer by the Port Wakefield Community Management Committee. It has been sent to all Wakefield Regional Council councillors.

Dear Elected Members, The Port Wakefield Community Management Committee would like to convey to you, the Elected Members of Wakefield Regional Council, our immense disappointment and concern regarding the decision made by Council to only allocate $15,000 to our community from the sale of the former council works depot at Port Wakefield.

We are at a loss as to why there was such a turn around in the amount of funds to be allocated to

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PW CMC. As you would be aware there was an indication that up to $50,000 would be made available.

This is a far cry from the amount moved and carried at the last council meeting.

We are also of the understanding there was an amount recorded in a council Budget Review that reflected this. How is it that an indicative figure provided to the CMC can be so drastically reduced when the actual expected income from the sale of the depot had significantly increased?

The CMC understands council and councillors have to take into consideration the affect as a whole on all ratepayers in regards to its budget plus the future expenditure required in the relocation of its

existing council depot in Balaklava.

However, the amount gained through the increase in the sale price has to be seen as a “budget bonus” anyway, and the community of Port Wakefield appear to have been denied a great opportunity to undertake local projects and development due to the revised decision.

As you would be aware it was one of the CMC’s intentions to pay off a large portion of the PW Eagles Sports and Community Centre Loan with the $50,000 from the sale proceeds.

This would have had a very positive impact on the many volunteers associated with the ongoing fund raising to service the loan and would have freed up more volunteer time and community fundraising

for other projects within the community.

The removal of that loan liability on the council books would then have a positive net benefit to all ratepayers by returning to council funds that could be invested into another community project elsewhere within the council area.

The Port Wakefield Community Management Committee urges all council elected members to reconsider their decision, and adjust the amount to something closer to the original suggested amount of $50,000, bearing in mind there is a financial benefit to all ratepayers through debt reduction, and not just the Port Wakefield community.

The support of the Elected Members regarding this decision will

benefit not only the Port Wakefield community and the community volunteers who are continually having to fundraise in order to service the loan and maintain the Eagles Sports & Community Centre facility; but will also allow the PW CMC to undertake other community projects not directly linked to a funding grant.

Target projects are the ongoing upgrade of the local hall, the improvement of the tidal swimming area and the maintenance of other community facilities, which will also reduce the demand on council to provide works funding for these projects in the future.

Port Wakefield Community Management Committee Inc.

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NEWS v District Winding back a $2.5 million blow-out, it appears Wakefield Regional Council will pay $115,000 for Port Wakefield project:

Samuel earns Queen’s Scout award

Grants ease extra costs on CWMS WAKEFIELD Regional Council has released figures suggesting the blow-out of project expenses for the Port Wakefield Community Wastewater Management Scheme (CWMS) cost council only about $115,000 more than earlier estimates.

The Plains Producer reported in its June 29 edition, the total project cost substantially rose from the initial figure of $3.5 million to about $6 million.

WRC corporate services manager, Steve Jonas, said most of the project cost increases were covered by the Local Government Association CWMS program grant funding.

The initial estimate for total capital expenditure on the project in 2009 was about $5.2 million, with just over $3.08 million being contributed by the LGA grant and $2.1 million from council.

Most recent estimates indicate a total capital expenditure figure of almost $7 million, with LGA grants funding of $4.75 million, a council contribution of $2.21 million and $28,000 interest earned on investment of grant funds.

“While the total estimated project costs increased by more than $1.8 mil-

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lion, the majority of the additional costs have been paid by extra grant funding from the LGA CWMS program, with the estimated extra amount to be paid by council being $115,000,” Mr Jonas explained.

As of June this year, the total capital expenditure figure sits at about $6.7 million, with council still to invest a further $230,000 on the project.

“The actual costs reveal that, while the project is virtually completed, there is still approximately $230,000 to be expended, which is mainly retention fees to the various contractors that are not due to be paid until the conclusion of the defects liability period for each part of the project,” Mr Jonas said.

There is also the possibility the extra costs incurred by council may be offset with further grant assistance.

“LGACWMS program management has also indicated at the conclusion of the defects liability period, the project costings will be reviewed and council may receive further funding, thereby reducing our contribution,” Mr Jonas said.

n MALLALA COUNCIL PLANS CWMS – PAGE 10

Region’s tilt at wind farms

LOCAL government bodies will take a co-operative approach to assessing the implications of an expansion of the wind farm industry in the region.

The Central Local Government Region announced recently it would work with Regional Development Australia and the local NRM board as further expansion of wind farms look likely.

The chance of more wind farms being erected in the area were increased after State Government commissioner for renewable energy, Tim O’Loughlin, announced the future appointment of a wind farm and renewable energy officer to be based in the region.

CLGR chairman, James Maitland, said the local government group hoped the new position would help develop a systematic approach to building further wind farms in the region.

“There has been a bit of concern from

some areas in the central region that it is just ad-hoc where they go,” Mr Maitland said. “There’s been no planning.”

He said in a lot of instances, wind farms have been located based on wind strength and the presence of existing infrastructure, such as power lines with the capacity to carry large volumes of electricity.

“So you’ve got wind farms popping up here there and everywhere without any planning,” Mr Maitland said.

The CLGR has not received any written confirmation of funding for the renewable energy officer position as yet, although based on the announcement from Mr O’Loughlin, CLGR CEO, Anita Crisp, has started seeking a further grant from the Federal Government to expand the position to include renewable energies like solar, tidal and geothermal.

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Balaklava youth Samuel Tiller, 18, is set to receive the highest award a scout can achieve – the Queen’s Scout award.

Along with a presentation at Balaklava Scout Hall on August 7, Samuel will officially be handed the Royal Certificate in a ceremony at Government House on October 15.

Samuel is excited to follow in the footsteps of his father, Michael, who also received the award years ago.

“Dad is definitely an inspiration to me. He supported me along the journey to where I am now,” Samuel said.

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The award, which took Samuel three years to complete, requires dedication and hard work.

According to the Scouts website, a scout must be able to set a goal, plan their progress towards that goal, organise themselves and others and maintain the determination to complete the task while overcoming setbacks and difficulties.

“It wasn’t all hard There were plenty of fun activities too, like hiking, driving buggys and also

several camps,” Sam said.

Balaklava Scouts group leader, Gavin Roberts, was proud of how far Samuel has come and what the award means to his future.

“He’s given himself a good platform to work off and I wish him all the best,” Mr Roberts said.

Samuel said he was grateful to everyone who worked and supported him, particularly his parents. He is currently helping out on the family farm and still is deciding whether he will continue to ‘Rovers’ – the next level in Scouts.

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NEWS v District n YouTube video gains a cult following:

Shooting hoops gives them a shot at stardom A BASKETBALL, a hoop, a video camera and a lot of patience.

Four basic ingredients a former local lad and his mates have taken, mixed together and developed Spimoni Productions.

Brandon Hancock lived with his family in Balaklava for 14 years before moving to the city and along with a few mates, is looking to create a new internet sensation.

The three main members of Spimoni Productions, Brandon and fellow Pembroke College students, Bryce Linford and Brodie Hart, have been taking their basketball and hoop around town to various locations and filming a variety of clever trick shots.

Their latest offering, Basketball Trick Shots - Spimoni Productions- Brad Newley Edition, was posted on internet video site YouTube. It features an introduction and a concluding slam dunk by Australian Boomers player, Brad Newley.

But the real hero of the video is the vast array of clever locations and methods the lads find to perform their trick shots.

“We were watching a YouTube video of some American blokes doing some trick shots, and we thought ‘hey, we can do that’ so we gave it a go and they came off,” Brandon said.

The video was shot in four different locations, with countless takes, over a period of two weeks.

What seems like a few young lads having some harmless fun, is actually a potential

Les Pearson reports: kickstart of something, anything really, for a group of lads with some real ambition and high expectations.

“We have always dreamed the videos will take us somewhere, we have wanted to get a lot of views so that other people notice them,” Brandon said.

“Our ultimate dream is to pair up with businesses and do promotional work, it’s a long shot but it might work.”

The video has already attracted major media attention in Adelaide, featuring on Channel Seven’s current events show, Today Tonight.

“We got a phone call saying they wanted to bring their cameras to our local park and interview us,” Brandon said.

Getting a guest appearance role from Newley was also a bonus for the Spimoni Productions boys.

“We got him involved as he is family friends with my mate’s family. He also wanted to be apart of it as he loves watching our videos and he was more than happy to help,” Brandon said.

“We also want to say thanks for all the people who watch our video and like and subscribe to our YouTube page.”

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n THE Spimoni Productions team (from left) Brodie Hart, Brandon Hancock and Bryce Linford – and LEFT, the You Tube video showing one of the trick shots.

Dublin support after family tragedy • From Page 1 Dublin General Store owner, Michael Trussell, returned from a weekend trip on Sunday evening and was stunned with the news.

“I would be shocked if it was anything other than a tragic accident really,” he said.

Mr Trussell said both men were regular customers at the store and appeared to get along well.

“They had a good father/son relationship,” he said.

It was a turn of events that has rocked

the small town, capturing the thoughts and sympathies of residents.

Davidson was formerly an employee of the New Dublin Hotel and was at the hotel with his father on Friday night, before being arrested the following day.

Hotel co-owner, Jane McConnell, claimed Davidson was not a violent man.

“They were here Friday night, chatting, laughing,” she said. “Brett’s a good guy. He was very patriotic towards his father.”

Ms McConnell said Keith had suffered heart problems in recent years.

Dublin resident, Sue Adams, who also helps around the hotel, said the weekend’s events were devastating.

“He loved his dad,” she said. “They were nice people, they would do anything for you.”

Mrs Adams explained how the residents of Dublin have come together in the wake of the tragedy.

“The whole community is feeling for Brett as well,” she said. “I think we were all in shock. It will take a long time to get over this.”

Ms McConnell said people have banded together well to support one another.

“The weekend has been just full on,” she said. “Everyone getting together and talking about it.”

A group of locals went to Davidson’s court hearing on Monday. Residents also set up a roster to feed the Davidsons’ birds and look after their home.

“That’s what a good community does,” Ms McConnell said.

The date for declarations was set for Wednesday, September 28 at 11.30am. Davidson is due to face the charge on Wednesday, October 26, at 11.30am.

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LOWER LIGHT SOME of Australia’s “crack shots” will target Lower Light in the Masters Games in October.

The XIII Australian Masters Games will hold the “fullbore rifle shooting” event in at Lower Light rifle range on the weekend of October 8–9.

The SA Rifle Association will also be hosting the State championships at Lower Light the week before.

District Council of Mallala community development officer, Lynette Seccafien, says the events will mean an influx of visitors to the area.

That’s great to see. Let’s hope they also support some local businesses.

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The 41st annual wine tasting and smorgasbord is on this Saturday, July 30 and will be officially opened by noted journo and ABC radio personality Peter Goers.

The evening starts at 7pm with wine tasting, followed by a delicious meal. Live band ‘The Crew’ will provide music until the wee hours Tickets are available from the general store. This is a major fundraiser for the memorial hall and maintenance program.

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‘Country SA – A great place to live’ is the theme for the annual Women in Agriculture and Business (WAB) SA state conference to be held in Adelaide on Friday.

State President Adair Dunsford, said the theme had been chosen to encourage a positive attitude to country life. Guest speakers during the day will provide insight into education, rural communities and work-life balance for rural women.

Award winning journalist and documentary maker Sharon Mascall Dare, will be the guest speaker at the dinner.

The conference and dinner will be held at Adelaide Sailing Club, West Beach. Phone Lois Sampson 86834105 for bookings.

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Church group centenary

The Anglican Church Mother’s Union is turning 100, with centenary celebrations on August 3 starting with morning tea at 10am, followed by a church service at 11am and pooled lunch. This is a non-profit group encouraging church and family life.

Japanese students here

• Eight Japanese students arrive today for a two week stay, sharing cultures at Balaklava High School.

WE HEARD! o Picking up her youngest daughter from a party at Mallala, a talkative Balaklava lady reversed her car into the front fence.

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Roger nominated for teacher’s award As part of the National Excellence in Teaching Awards, Balaklava High School teacher Roger Kennett has been nominated by members of the school community for the Australian School Group ( A S G ) 2 0 11 Inspirational Teaching Award.

This prestigious award honours and recognises inspirational teachers throughout Australia and New Zealand. Roger is now eligible for consideration for the National ASG award and grant. Congratulations Roger! talk! The damage to the car was minimal, but her husband who is the boss of the family and luckily knows how to fix dents, wasn’t too impressed.

The front fence, not badly damaged, was able to be fixed by the hosts who were, quite frankly, not too concerned about the whole thing!

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Lending a hand no help to Heather Long Plains APFL secretary and netty umpire (and something of a Longies legend), Heather Curnow, has been having an on-off time lately.

With seeding finished, she and husband Geoff had a quick overnight trip to Adelaide, then came back to civilisation on the farm.

Without going into too many gory details, we’ll just say Heather got part of her right hand middle ‘digit’ extracted in some farm machinery being operated by Geoff. Oops!

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A stay in hospital saw the end sewn back on, but then taken off. Needless to say, Heather won’t be putting her fingers where they shouldn’t be anymore, and Geoff will communicate much better!

Maybe another romantic night in Adelaide will do the trick?

Long standing residents Bill and Bev Roney have returned from an overseas cruise looking tanned and terrific!

And it turns out Bill is a modern computer user, keeping in contact with overseas travelling friends, by not only emailing, but with Facebook and Skype.

And quite a number of other locals headed to Victoria on the weekend to enjoy a short holiday and incorporate watching the Crows play footy.

IGA boss Bert Cocks and family decided to drive there instead of flying. Bert had arranged to have wife Robyn do much of the driving, so he could just sit in the back seat and watch DVDs with the kids. Good plan!

Community supports trees project Kapunda Trees for Life has selected 30 communities to take part in its inaugural Trees for Towns with Kapunda one of the successful towns selected.

Working groups now will be formed to grow 1000 native seedlings indigenous to their region.

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species. The project is a state-wide community initiative to revegetate cleared land with native species and actively protect our state’s precious biodiversity values.

The Trees for Towns project will culminate mid next year with planting events.

And mark Sunday, July 31, as a day to plant a tree. It’s National Tree Day.

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NEWS v District

Coping with diabetes

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INCE the pumps have been in use, the change in the quality of life the Gilbert boys, Jamie, 16, and Shaun, 14, have experienced has been immense.

For starters, the insulin pumps automatically calculate the dose of insulin needed when certain foods have been consumed, so no regular manual injections any more.

“When we eat, we know how much carbohydrates are in the food, that is calculated per serve, we measure our blood glucose level, factor in the food, and the pump works it out and away it goes,” Jamie explained.

“It’s been much simpler now.

“Before I had to have insulin at certain times and eat accordingly.

“It’s just when you first put it in, it feels a bit different but that’s about it.”

The steady flow of insulin also means the boys have the freedom to go to bed or wake when they want and regulates their blood glucose levels, keeping them steady.

This has been particularly beneficial for Shaun, who’s diabetes was quite unpredictable.

“Once they blood glucose gets to a certain level, you can’t get them down, you’ve got to go to hospital,” explained Tania, the boys’ mother.

“If it gets too bad the body starts to shut down and it gets pretty serious.”

A huge infusion of insulin is needed to get the levels down.

Shaun has been in hospital several times with high blood glucose levels.

“You just feel really sick,” he said.

Shaun’s blood glucose levels were dipping and rising between two and as high as 18 or 19 minimoules per litre, the measurement for blood glucose levels.

“When he was unstable, he couldn’t think clearly and didn’t feel well,” Tania said.

“Over the last week, we’ve gone from being that unstable to being in a bracket between five and nine.

“With the steady levels of insulin, he’s a lot brighter, a lot happier.

“It’s very difficult to put into words, the difference it has made.”

“I feel more able to do stuff,” Shaun said. “Before I was just really tired and wanted to sleep all the time.”

While the pumps are a great innovation, the boys still closely monitor everything they eat, writing it down and working out the levels of carbohydrates in their food to ensure they are getting the correct dosage of insulin.

The family has compiled charts with their favourite foods and the relative carbohydrate levels as a reference point.

“Everything they eat, needs to be calculated,” Tania said.

A great deal of care is placed on food selection, even with healthier foods such as fruit, where new season’s produce containing high sugar

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Insulin pumps bring freedom TANIA Gilbert helps Shaun fit his pump and LEFT, Shaun and Jamie with diabetes specialist, Professor Jenny Couper, who recommended the boys use the insulin pumps.

THE Gilberts meet their support team: Balaklava Lions club president Warren Durdin (front, right) congratulates Shaun Gilbert and his mother, Tania. Rear: Australian Lions Foundation vice chairman, Glenn Herbert, of Bute, Graeme Gilbert, Graham Lawrie, of the Church of Christ Swap Shop, Jamie Gilbert and Graham Cordon, representing Mallala Lions club.

SHAUN with the pump attached. Insulin cartridges are changed every two to three days.

levels can catch people out. They also require new insulin canisters every two to three days, depending on their dosages, which is called a set change.

Tania said the boys are adjusting to their pumps well, although it’s an ongoing education.

“We’re still learning a bit each day,” she said. “We’ve been learning about diabetes for 12 years.”

The boys don’t mind helping dad out on the farm as well but con-

In South Australia alo ne , dia be tes is dia gn os ed in 60 0 people every month – about 20 a day!

Diabetes can lead to serious complications: heart attack, stroke, foot ulcers and kidney damage. It occurs when the body either does not make insulin or when the insulin that is produced by the pancreas is not working properly.

Type 1: Is when the beta cells in the pa nc re as ar e de stroyed and can no longer produce insulin to transport glucose from blood into the cells of the body for energy.

Type 2: Pancreas Beta cells still function but insulin is not working as effectively as it should. This is 85-90 per cent of cases.

Symptoms: Exce ss ive thi rst an d urination, fatigue, irritability, blurred vision, tingling or numbness in feet, family history, high blood pressure, excess weight, high cholesterol.

stant worrying about nearby insulin sources and various food types were a hassle. Tania then was concerned the cord from the pump to the needle connection was a hazard.

“I was anxious about them going on the pumps for a start,” she said.

“I was concerned with the idea they would get hooked up on the cord.”

After discussions with other families at a diabetes information session, her concerns were slightly alleviated.

The pumps also have a data connection to the family’s computer, which helps the endocrine team (diabetes specialists) download information from the pump, and can discuss health care advice over the phone.

The boys learned to inject themselves once they hit a certain age but as a toddler, Shaun was not a fan of the needle.

“One of us had to sit on him, as the other had to inject him,” Tania’s

husband, Graeme said.

While the pumps aren’t a cure, they do make life a little bit better.

“With the pumps, because they are getting a steady stream of insulin, if they want to sleep in, they can,” Tania said. “It’s just given them that little bit more freedom.

“It’s the most amazing piece of machinery. I really would love to see a situation where everybody who needed it had access to one.”

Be vigilant, but horse virus threat is low HORSE owners and the wider community should be vigilant but not overly concerned Hendra virus might be detected in South Australia, according to Agriculture Minister, Michael O’Brien.

The Hendra outbreak has been confined to Queensland and northern New South Wales, and so far no cases have been reported in this state.

“The virus is carried by some flying foxes, also known as fruit bats,” Mr O’Brien said.

“Science indicates in rare cases

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the virus may spill over from certain flying foxes to susceptible horses, but not all horses.

“It’s important to remember all known incidents of Hendra virus infection have been limited to northeastern Australia.

“Biosecurity SA continues to monitor the situation interstate and is undertaking a risk assessment in relation to the flying-fox colony in Adelaide.

“Regardless of whether these flying foxes are infected, the risk of

a horse contracting Hendra Virus in South Australia remains extremely low.”

Testing the bats might be counter productive, potentially disturbing and dispersing the animals.

Mr O’Brien said it was unlikely testing local bats (near the Botanic Gardens in Adelaide) would provide useful information in protecting SA. “All it might confirm, if the virus was found in the local flying fox population, is what researchers discovered a decade ago – that up

to 47 percent of the bats sampled throughout Australia have had exposure to the virus.

“The number of grey-headed flying-foxes in South Australia is very low, and while these have been suspected of transmitting the Hendra virus interstate, scientists are unsure whether they or other species are the key reservoir of the virus.”

Mr O’Brien said transmission of the Hendra virus from horses to humans was extremely rare and the greatest risk of human infection ap-

peared to be through direct physical contact with the body fluids of ill, dying or dead horses.

“Biosecurity SA is working with Horse SA to update horse owners across the state, to inform them of what to be aware of,” he said.

“Horse owners should be vigilant and report any abnormalities to their veterinarian, particularly if the horse has recently been transported from Queensland or northern NSW.” More information is available on the PIRSA website.

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NEWS v District

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EGIMENTED eating times.

Restricted food choices. Up to five injections and seven blood tests a day.

These are just a handful of limitations Windsor teenagers Jamie and Shaun Gilbert were living with until a united effort from the Balaklava and Mallala communities helped provide them with automatic insulin pumps.

The boys were born with Type 1 Diabetes, a disease which prevents the pancreas from producing insulin, the chemical our bodies produce to convert blood glucose into energy.

Without insulin, the body can’t use glucose so it starts converting fat into energy, which produces an acid product, too much of which makes the body quite ill.

Jamie (16) and Shaun (14) are the sons of Tania and Graeme Gilbert, who run a broad acre farming property about seven kilometres north west of Dublin.

Shaun was diagnosed at 23 months old in February 1999, while Jamie was later diagnosed aged six in August 2001.

While Jamie’s diabetes was reasonably manageable, Shaun was quite unstable, his blood glucose levels varying wildly at times.

He endured four visits to hospital with dangerously high blood glucose levels, prompting diabetes specialist, Professor Jenny Couper, recommended the boys go onto special automated insulin pumps to help steady Shaun’s levels in particular.

“The idea of the pumps is to give them a constant and automatic little infusion of insulin,” Tania explained.

At $8000 per pump, the suggestion certainly shook the family, initially.

“It was a bit overwhelming at first,” Tania said.

“When you’re told you need $8000 for a pump, where do you pull that from?”

Some encouragement from cousin, Belinda Urban, lead Tania to contact the Plains Producer in February to explain the family’s plight with the hope of raising funds. “(Belinda) has been my rock through this,” she said.

Initially planning to start a public appeal, Tania contacted Plains Producer editor, Terry Williams, who decided it would be more prudent to keep the matter private at that point and use the Balaklava Lions, of which Mr Williams is a member, as a means of fundraising.

He contacted Balaklava Lions club president, Warren Durdin, and the club set the wheels in motion.

This later led to the involvement of Mallala Lions club and the Bal-

Community groups band together to help a local family

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To know there was help out there for us was really heartwarming

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– TANIA GILBERT n JAMIE Gilbert with slices of toast and Vegemite. Normal for some. The pump calculates how much insulin is required when Jamie has his breakfast, TOP: Shaun with the needle which is placed in his body.

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NEW aklava Church of Christ Swap Shop, and eventually, the Australian Lions Foundation (ALF).

Tania worked with Terry and Balaklava club secretary and Lions Zone chairperson Kossie Chegwyn, who introduced the Gilberts’ plight to the ALF. Graham Lawrie, of the Balaklava Church of Christ Swap Shop, also indicated the church and charity group was willing to underwrite the financial needs for the pumps if need be.

Lions spokesperson, Zone 8 chair, Kossie Chegwyn, said the ALF supported various national projects, from grants for diabetes to assisting with disaster funding.

“It was wonderful to be able to help the family,” Kossie said.

“Importantly, it showed just what local groups can achieve for their communities in a spirit of cooperation.”

The family was informed the ALF would help finance the pumps in May. The Gilberts were successful in accessing two $6400 grants from the Federal Health Department, and with the support from the ALF ($1600) and the remaining $1600 divided equally between the Balaklava and Mallala and Lions and the Church of Christ Swap Shop, they raised the $16,000 needed for the pumps.

The family then attended the

Balaklava Lions presidency handover dinner to meet and thank the faces behind the clubs involved. It was an emotional evening for her family.

“It was pretty overwhelming, it was just amazing,” she said. “They’re an amazing group.

“I never knew how much fundraising and help they do, not just with us, but in terms of all their projects.

“It is very hard to put our gratitude into words. “On behalf of Jamie and Shaun and Graeme and myself, our heartfelt thanks to all involved.”

On July 11, – the start of National Diabetes Week – the family travelled to Adelaide to receive their pumps and learn the ins and outs of the machines

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and how they operate. At 9.56am that day, both boys got their pumps going, the start of a long journey towards a better quality of life.

“The pumps are going to be closer than their girlfriends ... when they get girlfriends,” Tania laughed.

She said the support from the community was touching.

“To know there was help out there for us, was really heart-warming,” Tania explained.

“We always try to do the right thing by everyone else. If someone needs help, you help them; that’s what you do.

“To have it returned in such a huge way was overwhelming.”

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Performers, crowds will rock ’n’ stroll in Balaklava Only one and a bit weeks to go until Balaklava with be overflowing with talent and entertainment.

The Balaklava Eisteddfod is kicking off next Friday, August 5 and wrapping up with the finale concert on Sunday August 7.

This year marks the 15th Balaklava Eisteddfod, and again it will have something for every musical taste.

President of Balaklava Eisteddfod Committee, Bronwyn Cottle, is excited about next week’s events.

“It’s one of Balaklava’s major events with a smorgasbord of musical entertainment,” Bronwyn said.

At least 1500 performers are expected to take part.

Concert bands with their big sound, rock bands and speech and drama performances are among some of the talent. An event like this doesn’t just happen, with more than 100 volun-

teers, supporting the various venues dotted about Balaklava.

But organisers would not refuse any offers of assistance.

“We do have quite a few volunteers, but more are still needed to help out,” Bronwyn said.

The Balaklava Eisteddfod is a must-do, whether you stay for five minutes, 50 minutes, five hours or three days, tickets are available for $3 on Friday, $5 on Saturday or $8 on the Sunday.

The Adelaide Plains Male Voice Choir offers a $500 scholarship to anyone between 13 and 18 who enters the classical solo division of the vocal section.

Adjudicator is Patrick Power, who has been lecturer in voice at Elder Conservatorium since 2009.

To check out the program go to www.balaklavaeisteddfod.org.au.

If you would like to volunteer, contact Bronwyn Cottle on 0428 631 243 or Di Spence on 88 622 113.

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Mums in Balaklava are struggling to find a private place where they feel comfortable breastfeeding their babies.

While this is a problem locally, towns like Clare are benefiting from the launch of a local “Breastfeeding Welcome Here” campaign.

The campaign is being launched in conjunction with World Breastfeeding Week, which is held next week from August 1–7.

The campaign, which is supported by the Australian Breastfeeding association and the Yorke and Lower North Health, provides local businesses and venues who register with a ‘Breastfeeding Welcome Here’ sticker and kit.

While Clare has several stickers displayed in the public library, the hospital and the Clare Valley Christian Out-

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reach gift shop, local mum, Roshanna Bull, said there is not many places to go to in Balaklava.

“There aren’t many places in town you feel comfortable breastfeeding without people looking at you in disapproval,” Roshanna said.

Roshanna, who has three children aged between three months and three and a half years, attends the local Breastfeeding Association support group.

“The group is fantastic to go to for information and to talk to other mums who face

the same problems,” she said.

Roshanna is working with the leader of the local Breastfeeding Association group, Narelle Michael, to try to find more venues in Balaklava that would be suitable as a place where mothers could feel comfortable feeding.

“It can be hard for mums who don’t have family and friends nearby (who) they can go to for a private area,” Narelle said.

Narelle also believes it is important for all mothers to have somewhere to go any day or any time to change or feed their child.

“Once a venue is registered, it is also placed on the Breastfeeding Association’s website, so mums can look up

what places are breastfeeding friendly in their area,” Narelle said.

A facility like this can be placed in a secluded room in a local shop.

“We need more places who are willing to provide this service,” Narelle said.

“It’s more pleasant for women to have somewhere to go, rather than breastfeeding in a 40 degree car, or even changing their baby in the car boot when it’s pouring with rain.”

According to the Australian Breastfeeding Association website, to be eligible for a kit and sticker, a venue must have a welcoming staff attitude from staff management, smoke free environment and room to move a pram.

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NEWS v District HE’S NOT QUITE A ‘GUN’ ... BUT HE IS YOUNG:

Tristan takes up a shear challenge

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ocal lad Tristan Chapman, has taken up the challenge to attend the Sports Shear Australia Pro Shear Day mentioned in the Plains Producer’s Take 5 column last week.

Tristan, 20, is a part-time shearer, working between seeding and harvest – and is one of the few new ‘young’ breed of shearer.

“I tried a bit of shearing when I was still at school, just to help dad on our farm,” Tristan said.

“But I’ve decided to keep going now as I really enjoy it “It might not be for everyone, but it’s a great way to keep fit, and I can challenge myself to get better and faster.”

Shearing still remains hard work, but things have improved from years ago – and there are many perks!

Today sheep are shorn often by teams of professional full-time shearers who work eight hour days.The contractor teams consist of shearers, shed hands and often a cook.

In our district, there are still some part-time shearers who do the job, although they are often booked up for months ahead. That’s why farmers need to look after their shearers, often through their bellies!

A normal shearing day starts at 7.30am and ends at 5.30pm. Morning, afternoon teas and lunch are usually provided, along with the ‘cutout’ refreshments!

The down-side of shearing is if you choose to shear away for long periods of time, you’ll miss your family life, and let’s face it, shearing is a physically and mentally tough job.

The up-side is you can earn a good wage, get fit, go to farms which provide great food, have great fun in the shed with lots of stories and practical jokes – and if you shear locally, you can commute daily.

Industry award wages are paid and working hours are regulated.

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sin shoes are worn to protect feet, absorb sweat and grip wooden shearing floors well.

And the work is indoors – no working in the hot sun or pouring rain! Women also work in shearing sheds, mostly as shed hands, but occasionally as shearers.

So really, it’s not a bad job.

Shearers have a chance to wear a singlet and flex their muscles, and then if they can shear over 200 a day, they get to be called a ‘gun’.

Balaklava’s Alan Kirkland was a gun before retiring from full-time work.

Recently retired Blyth local Daryl Andriske was another – as many would have seen when he sheared 469 sheep in an SA cancer Council fundraiser last October.

Daryl, who has taken over Clare business Willson Wool, has some regrets about retiring.

“I was still enjoying shearing and my body was OK, but the business opportunity – one which

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kept me in the sheep and wool industry, an industry I’m passionate about – was a chance I couldn’t miss,”said Daryl.

Daryl recommends shearing as a career choice to any young people who are really interested in the industry.

He said you have the chance to travel around Australia and make lifelong friends.

Daryl, who has shorn with world champion Shannon Warnest, also said it was best to learn properly from the start which not only makes it easier on your body, but the correct technique will enable you to shear better and faster.

This increases your income-earning potential.

Most shearers charge over the minimum award wage, currently just under $3 per sheep, but the more that is charged, the better the expected job.

Daryl wishes things like Shannon’ Warnest’s “Pro Shear Day” (at Willalooka this Saturday) were around when he started years ago as it’s a great learning opportunity.

So if any of you out there are entertaining the thought of becoming a shearer, get to Willalooka on Saturday.

Or maybe you could get some advice from the likes of current and retired shearers like “Mad Mick” Connell at Riverton, Billy Briscoe at Hamley Bridge, Craig Allen at Balaklava, Daryl Andriske at Blyth, Matthew “Mixy” Crouch at Rhynie, Darren McEvoy at Tarlee ... or now young Tristan at Salter Springs, to get their thoughts!

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•Hand (blade) shearing was the go until 1888, when machine shearing was introduced. By 1915 most large station sheds had installed machines driven by steam or internal combustion engines.

•Narrow combs were used initially, but finally in 1984, Australia became the last country in the world to permit the use of wide combs.

•IN 1963 the Tally-Hi method was developed by the Australian Wool Corporation. Sheep struggle less this way, reducing strain on the shearer and almost 30 seconds per sheeps is saved.

•Catching or ‘dragging’, the sheep is often the hardest part of shearing. Once in position, the bellies are shorn first and that wool is baled separately.

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Residents consulted on CWMS MALLALA residents will be quizzed on their thoughts on the Community Wastewater Management Scheme planned to be built in the town in the near future.

Mallala District Council chief executive officer, Charles Mansueto, said council and the townsfolk will be presented with a detailed design late next month, or early September.

“The current stage will involve a formal consultation process with the community where the detailed designs will be presented and indications of costs of the system,” he said.

“Residents directly impacted by the CWMS will be notified by letter.

“The approximate timeframe to start consultation will be late August/ early September.

“Once this consultation period closes any submissions will be presented to council, at which time council will determine if it proceeds to the next stage, which would be the tender process.”

Investigations into CWMS systems at Mallala and Two Wells began a few years ago, following a study and audit of septic systems in the district.

“This study identified that a large percentage of those sampled had systems that were failing,” Mr Mansueto said, “Based on these findings council made a submission to access funding to investigate and design a CWMS system.

“If the project does not proceed residents with

failing systems will need to replace them.

“The system will also provide a source of treated water that can be used to irrigate ovals and other areas suitable for such use.

An initial draft design was initially presented to council and the community through a couple of briefing sessions in 2010.

More recently, the designs were modified to take into account feedback and more detailed analysis of the townships.

Mr Mansueto said early estimates put project costs at $3.8 million.

“Council has budgeted for a capital cost of $3.8 million for the Mallala CWMS but this is offset by about $2 million in subsidies we would receive from the Local Government Association (LGA). Net capital cost is expected to be around the $1.8 million,” he said.

“The funding is from the State government but administered by a committee managed by the LGA. Initial funding covers the cost of the design stage.”

Costs are estimates based on the current design. The service fee to residents is yet to be determined, although Mr Mansueto was able to provide a ballpark figure.

“The service charge will not be known until final construction costs are known but similar systems have had service charges between $400 to $580 per annum,” he said.

“A condition of the system subsidy is council cannot charge less than the equivalent SA Water sewerage rate.”

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“All money raised will go towards the McGrath Foundation,” Trish said.

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“We have about 10 sponsors so far with more wanting to help us out. It’s fantastic,” she said.

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With the City to Bay event still a couple months away, Trish is thrilled by the community’s support.

“We started off small, and it has continued to grow into something big,” she said.

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‘motown’ Forget the Hollywood walk of fame, the next big thing is the Motorsport walk of fame in Mallala – the home of motorsport.

Mallala Economic Development Board (MEDB) started a paving project last week as part of the community partnerships grant funded project.

The paving, which is opposite IGA supermarket, features more than 270 pavers engraved with motor sport legends and people who have been affiliated with the racing track, both past and present.

MEDB President, Ian O’Loan said each and every paver is dedicated to someone who has been involved.

“All the motor sport legends engraved on the pavers, have each been involved with the Mallala racetrack at some point in time,” Mr O’Loan said.

Mallala racetrack, which was previously a RAAF base, is known as the place where Peter Brock raced his V8 Torana. It also hosted legends such as Allan Moffat, who raced his Mustang in the 1960’s, exploding his clutch on the track.

Or Colin Bond, who made an impact on the touring car championship in 1990, winning a consecutive round at Mallala driving a Ford Sierra.

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Not to mention Bob Jane, who used to drive his Jaguar on the Mallala track.

MEDB Secretary, Jane Lutt, is thrilled about the new Mallala attraction.

“People think of Mallala, and they think ‘home of motorsport’, so instead of people just passing through, we wanted to give them a reason to stop and take a look,” Jane said.

It’s sure to further enhance the town as a motor sport tourist attraction.

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LOCAL v Living

The way We were

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• Hoyleton farmer, Ashley Robinson and his father, Greig were honoured by SARDI for 27 years of research and collaboration.

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• Balaklava junior colt, Logan McDermott was one of 22 South Australian footballers to be selected in the State side, flying to Albury to represent South Australia in a national SAPSASA competition.

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Josephine Garis Cochran invented the first practical dishwasher, in 1886.

Sarah Boone made a significant improvement to the ironing board in 1892.

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The home diabetes test is the invention of Helen Free.

Ann Tsukamoto was the copatenter of a process to isolate the human stem cell.

Madame Walker was a St.Louis washerwomen-turnedentrepreneur who, in 1905, invented a method to soften and smooth African American hair.

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When you do the grocery shopping, remember Margaret Knight who was an employee in a paper bag factory when she invented a new machine part to make square bottoms for paper bags.

She can be considered the mother of the grocery bag. Margaret also founded the Eastern Paper Bag Company in 1870.

Frances Gabe invented the “Self Cleaning House”.

Then there is Lillian Gilbreth, who was an inventor, author, industrial engineer, industrial psychologist, and mother of 12 children!

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Mary Anderson was responsible for the windscreen wiper, its patent issued in 1905.

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When it comes to music, I’m able to be impressed by almost any genre, as long as it has some form of melody, but my first and foremost love is for all things rock, especially that which involves the guitar.

I’m not sure if there’s been an invention in the history of mankind that has affected the lives of so many as the guitar, with the possible exception of the wheel. And the car. And modern medicine.

The electric guitar in particular has revolutionised modern music in the last half-century or so, and it’s the resultant songs that continue to inspire me.

I hate to think what my life would be like having not heard Jimmy Page’s solo in Stairway to Heaven, Mossy’s effort in Bow River or any of Hendrix’s work.

If you can get your hands on Gary Moore’s (may he RIP) “Blues Alive” album, you’ll hear some of the best guitar solos going.

At the minute, we’re fortunate to have some amazing guitar bands getting around, some have been around for a while, and others are just making their way. A couple of newer Melbourne bands I’m really getting into are Calling All Cars and Children Collide.

My personal highlight of this year’s Big Day Out was the 45 minutes or so Children Collide absolutely went off on the Converse Essential stage. Wasted in the early afternoon time slot according to one punter, the songs off their album of last year “Theory of Everything” straight out rocked the joint.

As far as Calling All Cars is concerned, I’m yet to hear a song of theirs I don’t like. Their new single “Reptile” off their forthcoming second album “Dancing with a Dead Man”, has one of the best drum parts I’ve heard for a while.

Having supported massive stadium acts in the past such as

AC/DC, Green Day and Queens of the Stone Age, if they keep this form up it won’t be long before they’re headlining these shows. “Reptile” has more than a little Foo Fighters about it, which is not such a bad thing as I’m sure their huge Australian fan base would agree.

As far as albums that you can get your hands on now go, you could do worse than The Living End’s new one “The Ending is Just the Beginning Repeating”, at least going from what I’ve heard on Triple J. While not so much the punk band they used to be, the boys can do straight up rock as well as any in this country, and have forged themselves a reputation as one of the best live acts around. Fans off to Splendour in the Grass this weekend will get to experience them, along with almost everyone else that matters in music. Not jealous at all!

Tune in next time, coz I’m Mr Brightside!

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

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

anglican Auburn.................... 10.30am

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Community church Pinery........................6.00pm

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

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

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NEWS v District

Kerin to ensure Vittera follows through

Wasleys resident Brian Williams (third from left) receives service with a smile from new post office licensee, Dawn Richter. Also celebrating the occasion are (from left) Lew Richter, resident Pauline Barton, Australia Post Network manager, Narelle Campbell; Australia Post Retail manager, Kym Altman and Light MP, Tony Piccolo.

n PICCOLO: AN IMPORTANT ‘CONFIDENCE BOOST’ FOR THE TOWN

Wasleys Post Office opens

Wasleys residents have given the new post office their stamp of approval.

Residents can again access a wide range of postal services, including bill payment, banking, phone re-charge cards, stamps and pre paid packaging products as well as being a point for collection and lodgement of mail.

The post office has relocated to new premises at 37-39 Annie Terrace.

It was previously co-located with the Wasleys’ general store.

The former Wasleys Post Office

licensee surrendered the licence shortly after the General store closed some months ago.

New licensee, local resident, Dawn Richter said she was looking forward to working with the local community to explore what additional services they could provide.

“We are exploring the feasibility of providing a high speed internet cafe for local residents,” Mrs Richter said.

Local MP for Light, Tony Piccolo, who has been assisting Wasleys residents with various issues since

the closure of the general store, said Australia Post had also upgraded its post office box suite.

Additional boxes are available for rent and boxes are now undercover.

The Plains Producer and other newspapers will be offered for sale, along with some deli goods like bread and milk.

Mr Piccolo said the post office building had an interesting history.

“Over the years it has been a fodder store, a mechanical repair shop and a carpentry facility,” he said.

“Re-opening the post office is an important confidence boost for the town.”

Mr Piccolo acknowledged the hard work of both Mr and Mrs Richter and Australia Post to get the post office open again.

The Post Office will be open from 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday and can be contacted on 8525 4097.

Light Regional Council also has announced it would assist residents, who are calling for a progress association for the town.

BULK grain handler, Viterra, announced Rob Kerin would oversee the application of the company’s responses to the recommendations from its internal Post Harvest Review.

Mr Kerin chaired the Post Harvest Review working group.

Viterra released outcomes of its review last month, outlining its commitment to improving the operation of its storage and handling network.

Viterra South East Asia president, Rob Gordon, said he was happy Mr Kerin was continuing his work with the company.

“I have the utmost confidence his continuing involvement will have a positive impact on the implementation process,” Mr Gordon said.

Mr Kerin was happy to stay on in an advisory role, impressed with Viterra’s reaction to his working group’s recommendations.

“I particularly welcome Viterra’s commitment to generational change in the way classifiers are employed, trained and supported,” he said.

“Farmers want greater consistency of classification and this is a major step towards that objective.”

n GM crops still not enough:

WITH the world’s population set to reach 8.9 billion by 2050, CSIRO scientists are hunting down and exploiting a number of wheat’s key genetic traits in a bid to substantially boost its grain yield.

Genetic Modification (GM) remains a highly contentious topic amongst South Australian growers.

Some European countries still have bans on growing genetically modified crops.

The rate of wheat-yield improvement achievable through conventional plant breeding and genetic engineering alone is not fast enough to compete with a rapidly growing global population, changing climates and decreasing water availability in the battle for accessible and affordable food and fuel.

CSIRO wheat research team leader, Dr Richard Richards, said there is no time to lose.

“To avert future food security catastrophes we must accelerate the rate of wheat yield improvement,” he said.

“Scientists need to quickly identify the traits and management practices responsible for capturing key resources such as light, water and nutrients, and converting them to grain.”

Locating genes of agricultural

importance within the complex wheat genome is challenging but possible using new high-tech equipment such as that being developed by the High Resolution Plant Phenomics Centre (HRPPC) in Canberra.

CSIRO’s Dr Richard Poiré is studying brachypodium – a type of grass similar in many ways to wheat – at the HRPPC to identify the function and location of the genes responsible for important traits such as shoot growth, biomass accumulation, photosynthesis and root growth.

By studying a model plant and applying the findings to cereals, scientists can accelerate the breeding of next-generation food and biofuel crops.

Another member of the team, Dr Anton Wasson, is investigating root growth in Australian and Indian wheat crops.

His aim is to identify new wheat varieties with faster-growing, deeper root systems that can capture more water during flowering and grain development.

If successful, the research will enable wheat breeders to produce improved varieties for the water-limited environments of both Australia and India.

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From 1 July 2011, a new national phone number will help Australians find information about aged care.

So whether you care for someone and need support, or you’re just not sure where to start looking, call:

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Scientists work to boost wheat yield

*Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centres (1800 052 222 and 1800 059 059) will continue to operate, and will be diverted to the new number.

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NEWS v People Bridie and Allan marry n Former Mallala local Allan McArdle married Bridie Manning in a beautiful outback ceremony on July 9, at Mahanewo Station, north of Port Augusta.

Allan is the son of Michael McArdle and Pam and Leighton Read, and Bridie is the daughter of Paul and Colleen Manning of Mahanewo Station. The couple honeymooned in Port Douglas, before returning to Moralana Station to start their new life together.

Lucy’s first train ride n Ben and Danielle Mudge are pictured enjoying the Pichi Richi train ride with children Jayden and Lucy, who was born on May 26 at Gawler Health Service, weighing 6lb 13oz.

IN BRIEF

Honour community achievers If you know an individual, organisation or community group who has made a significant contribution to the community, why not pat them on the back by nominating them for a Community Achievement award.

Nominations are being sought from eight different categories including sports, rural and community health, business and agriculture.

Winners will receive a $2,000 Everyday Account from the Commonwealth Bank, along with a trophy.

Local MP for Goyder, Steven Griffiths, encourages nominations. “Where would we be without those who contribute so much to making our community a better place to live,” Mr Griffiths said.

Nominations close Monday, August 29 with winners announced on Friday, November 25.

•Further details: www.awardsaustralia.com.

Stem cell therapy helps pets If your pet is suffering from a degenerative disease, stem cell therapy could help relieve the problem.

A free information seminar will be held tomorrow night from 7pm at Dogs SA, Cromwell road, Kilburn.

Experienced veterinarians will discuss case studies and treatment of animals suffering from osteoarthritis, hip dysplasia and ligament and cartilage injuries.

To reserve your seat and for further details, call Noahs Crossing Veterinary Clinic, Lewiston, on 85 242 260.

Get more than a glimpse of art District Council of Mallala is hosting the ‘First Glimpse’ Art Exhibition as part of the ongoing SALA festival. The official launch is on Monday, August 8 at Two Wells Public Library. The exhibition will run until August 27.

Entry is free and artwork will be available for sale.

It will be displayed at four different sites; Two Wells Public Library, Two Wells Service Centre, Mallala Council office and the Mallala Library branch.

Call 8520 2100 or 8527 0200 for opening details.

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NEWS v Two Wells

Their ‘big ideas’ add up to a starring role Bec O’Brien reports

T Read more from Bec in your Two Wells & District FREE Echo, out Aug 10 n Ted Van Beukering films TWPS Year 6 students Rosie Edwards and Tiara Stanley.

Two Wells Primary School (TWPS) is one of only three schools in the state to be selected for a unique filmed Podcast.

The eight-minute film will highlight the school’s successful Big Ideas In Numbers (BIN) program, which has seen

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dents understanding and making sure they have a solid background and key understandings before they move on,” Ms Collings stated.

“The program focuses on number and operations development in key areas such as ‘Trusting the Count’, ‘Place Value’, Multiplicative Thinking’, ‘Partitioning’ and ‘Proportional Reasoning’.”

While the program highlighted what the students did know, Ms Collings said it also identified the gaps in their knowledge and, more importantly, gave teachers the tools to assist students to fill these gaps.

She said the program also enabled teachers to build onto and extend their mathematical knowledge and at the same time allowed them to use diagnostic testing to assess every student in the school.

Last year, after only eight months of the program, the students had shown significant improvement and many were thinking more positively about maths.

“The students were more motivated,” she said.

“It’s their positive attitude.

“Their confidence and interest in maths has definitely improved.”

The film will showcase TWPS as a model for numeracy improvement and will be shown on the DEEWR website later in the year.

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students’ numeracy confidence, and progress between NAPLAN tests, improve considerably.

TWPS Principal Cherie Collings said she was very excited about the program and the subsequent all-day filming at the school on Wednesday, July 5.

Ms Collings said a Department of Education, Employment and Work Place Relations (DEEWR) film crew from Canberra spent the day filming students at play and learning in Maths, as part of the Smarter Schools National Partnerships (SSNP) program.

“It’s exciting to think we were the only public school chosen in South Australia,” she said.

The school was chosen from many schools across the state which were involved in the SSNP program and had demonstrated improvement in NAPLAN results.

“Much of this improvement could be attributed to the efforts of staff and the employment of a full time numeracy coach,” Ms Collings said.

The coach trained staff in number and numeracy philosophies, but also worked to help them implement these ideas and practices in the classroom through the BIN program.

The BIN program consists of a series of key concepts in number, where students must demonstrate sound knowledge and comprehension of set concepts before they progress to the next stage of learning.

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NEWS v Coast Hundreds of trees planted by a few hard-working volunteers, then ...

Dismay as Port Prime revegetation project vandalised More than 800 coastal seedlings were planted at Port Prime on July 12 to help revegetate and restore the natural habitat in the area – only for many of them to be vandalised, allegedly by drivers of off-road vehicles.

Adelaide and Mount Lofty Ranges Natural Resource Management Board (AMLRNRMB) Coast, Estuary and Marine officer, Aleisa Lamanna, said a fence was cut and seedlings ripped from the ground not long after the seedlings had been planted.

Ms Lamanna said it was disappointing to see the volunteers’ hard work destroyed so carelessly.

“That was heartbreaking,” she said.

“Those we could save we put back in the ground and put the tree guards back around them.

“I think they will be okay (but) I won’t know how many will survive

Helping to plant coastal seedlings at Port Prime last month were District Council of Mallala councillors (from left) Mark Wasley, Terry Keen and Steve Jones.

Bec O’Brien reports: because more rain is needed.”

Ms Lamanna said the Port Prime area was a difficult site for people to take ownership of as nobody lived there – but the AMLRNRMB and the District Council of Mallala were working collaboratively on beach access strategies to try to manage and prevent the impact of illegal access by fencing, controlling weeds, removing rubbish, erecting signage and re-vegetating degraded areas.

Ms Lamanna said studies on migratory birds by AMLRNRMB and Birds Australia had highlighted off-road vehicles as having the potential to impact considerably on shorebirds around the Port Prime area. Offenders could face fines of up to $1,000 for trespassing or vandalism.

This Census night, shed some light online.

Tuesday August 9

PEOPLE

This coming Census night, August 9 you have a choice…

You can either fill out the Census form delivered to your home, or you can complete the eCensus online at census.gov.au.. If you decide to complete it online, an SMS will notify the Collectors ollectors not to come back to your home.

n ENGAGED – Stacey James and Jed Wilson were engaged on June 14. Stacey is the daughter of Diane and Murray of Kingscliff, and Jed is the son of Shirley and Richard of Whitwarta.

• In the Plains Producer of July 20, Page 17, an incomplete caption appeared for the abve photograph. Our apologies to Stacey, Jed and their families.

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When you fill out your Census form, shed some light on who you are. What you say will light the way forward for health, education, transport, industry and the environment, making a brighter future for Australia. All information remains private and confidential.

So shed some light on Census night with eCensus at census.gov.au

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SPORT v Football

Rams look to semi finals REPORTS:

By Lindsay Nesbitt

A grade

Virginia just about guaranteed themselves a second semi final berth when they downed Mallala by 26 points on Magpie turf on Saturday.

Trailing at the main break, the Rams produced a top shelf six-goal third term and comfortably held Mallala at bay from then on to run out solid winners.

Not only did Virginia kick six majors in the third quarter, but it was the Rams’ first six scoring shots, without a miss. Mallala, on the other hand, had periods of inaccuracy, the ‘Pies’ first and last terms resulting in two goals, eight behinds.

The first half was a close, dour struggle. It was goal for goal with neither side giving an inch. Liam Whitwell was at his best, and Jason Earl was back from injury and back to his busy best.

With James Wildbore’s run out of defence, Luke Chadwick at centre half back, Josh Seal getting plenty of the ball and best on ground, David Pontt at centre half forward, Mallala took it right up to the visitors.

Virginia had Ben Galic, Matthew Young and Emmanuel Tsimiklis giving the Rams plenty early.

Young in particular looked set for a big game. Brendon Niklaus was held virtually kickless by Tim Cawrse until well into the second quarter – the Ram full forward booted two late in the term.

James Wildbore’s run around the boundary to goal was a highlight for Mallala. A goal after the half time siren would have been a real bonus

for Mallala, unfortunately the ball just shaved the post.

It was Mallala by four points at half time.

Graham Rigney is a ball magnet of a player, yet had little influence in the first half.

That changed in the third term, Rigney getting the first goal to lift Virginia.

The Rams had the lead and increased it with another two quick majors, the first of these to Rocky Perre. But just as it seemed Virginia were going to get right away from Mallala, the ‘Pies hit back.

Majors to Daniel Feeley and Nathan Hornhardt saw Mallala just one point down. Virginia responded. Joss Denengelse, Ben Russel, Rocky Perre, Ryan Starr and Troy Wilkey cut loose.

Wilkey hit a real purple patch.

Constant attacking pressure from Virginia and sooner or later the ball would get to Brendon Niklaus, who booted three in a row – including a freakish goal, and one from a free kick.

Mallala’s fortunes nosedived when Paul Blacket was carried off with a season ending knee injury.

Virginia were up by 22 points with one quarter remaining It was getting that dark that the lights were turned on early in the last quarter.

Daniel Feeley goaled and the match had tightened up just a touch. There was to be no big comeback by Mallala.

A goal to Ram Chris James ensured a Rams win.

Virginia 12.8 (80) d Mallala 7.12 (54)

n LUKE Chadwick, Mallala kicks towards the Magpie goals during Saturday’s A grade clash, Ram Terry Lioulios ready for a smother.

Again, Mallala were not helped by inaccuracy, including another ‘poster’.

Virginia had too many big guns firing on the day. There isn’t all that much between these two teams, but the Rams have had the upper hand in recent clashes.

reserves

Mallala looked and played like a completely different team to the side that could manage only two points against Balaklava in round 13.

With around a dozen changes, the Magpies were in with a real chance, and played accordingly. David ‘DJ’ Jennings in his first game this season, and David Cawrse in his first game after a lengthy injury layoff just two of the players that gave Mallala the lift they needed.

After a dominant – if inaccurate – first half, Mallala made sure of a win with a five-goal third term, then finished off the game with a four-goal last quarter.

Ladder leaders going into

the game, Virginia seemed flat footed and never threatened at any stage.

Mallala kicked with the aid of a healthy breeze in the first quarter and goals to Graham White, Matt Saunders and a great snap from Chris Bilney helped the ‘Pies to a 24-point quarter time lead.

Ben Edwards, Jamie Speck and Jase Morgan saw plenty of the ball. Sam Avery did well in ruck for Virginia, and took some good marks around the ground.

Ric Russo picked up some

touches, but not much else happened for the Rams.

Justin Platt eventually gave Virginia something to cheer about. The Platt kick appeared headed for a certain behind, but a leg break that would have done ‘Warney’ proud, saw it bounce through for a goal. Sam Avery got a free from a push in the back and goaled. Virginia bagged two in a row, but Mallala still looked to be well in control at half time.

Mallala assumed complete control in a powerhouse third quarter. Matt Saunders scored three for the term, and singles to Jamie Speck and Chris Bilney.

The only goal for the term by Virginia was kicked by Robert Desmond – amazingly it was similar to the Platt goal in the previous quarter, another leg break that registered a major.

Trent Karutz kicked the first for Virginia in the final term, but that was it for the Rams.

Mallala put four on the board for the quarter, through Matt Saunders (his fifth for the game), Jono Wildbore, Chris Bilney (his third), and Jase Morgan.

Brett Start, in his second game after returning from overseas, and Jono Wildbore, another with a long absence from the game, both improved as the game went on.

Jase Morgan was best on ground for Mallala, Graham White playing as well as ever, Jesse Crewdson, as always, was creative.

The Rams had Sam Avery as their best, with solid efforts from Robert Desmond, Sam Biermann and Richard Drew.

n MAGPIE Kirk Kirvan hitches a ride on the back of Ram Matthew Young, in a tackle attempt during the A grade match at Mallala.

n MAGPIE James Wildbore is able to get a kick away towards goal as Ram Emmanuel Tsimiklis crashes to the ground.

Mallala lads set up early win Senior Colts

n MALLALA’S Brian Montgomery handballs away in front of Virginia’s Adrian Mark in the A grade game.

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MALLALA came out strong in the first quarter against Virginia, to set up a 11-point win.

Trent Graham became the first scorer after a terrific running goal.

Virginia found it hard to match up on their opponents and as a result, the Magpies managed to kick six unanswered goals in the first term.

In the second quarter, Virginia began to build in confidence and with Marco Lazenka providing a focal point up forward, they outscored Mallala for the term.

The last half of the game became a real struggle, with the backlines of both clubs trying their best to stop forward movement into the others scoring area.

REPORTS:

By Rick Graham Virginia outscored Mallala in the last half, but the Magpies’ first quarter was proving the difference.

Best players for Mallala were Lewis Helps for a four quarter effort, Dylan Kearns around the ground, Jake Birchmore who finished with five goals, and Dylan Winning who was terrific down back.

For Virginia, Adam Drew, Matthew Musolino and Lewis Bannear all had solid games, and James Booth and Marco Lazenka contributed well.

Junior Colts

In fine conditions, Mallala started the game in great style, clearing

the ball from the centre bounce and creating scoreboard pressure.

Brad Wilson was presenting well up forward and it wasn’t long before the Magpies had built a healthy lead.

When the ball did manage to go towards Virginia’s goal, it would come straight out through Bradley Verner and Daniel Hooper.

Virginia continued to give it their best, however they could not contain Mallala, who ran out comfortable winners.

Best players for Mallala were Brad Wilson, Kyle Hummell, Lachlan O’Leary, Jarrad Dunstan and Jamie Good.

For Virginia Anthony Hansen, John Owen, Jye Moritz, Corey Eaton and Nicholas Trace all battled hard.

Plains Producer, Wednesday July 27, 2011

SPORT v Football

n ROOSTER Steve Lioulios snaps the ball over his head for a goal in the reserves match, Bomber Chris Conlon’s defence not getting in the way. n BOMBER Dylan Poulton is caught high by Rooster opponent Jake Flavel, while Harrison Gameau, Two Wells gets amongst the action in Saturday’s senior colts match at Hamley Bridge.

U/15 country championships day 1

WWT Country 8.9 (57) def Port Adelaide Country 7.5 (47) Best: Woodville West Torrens Country - Nicholas, Elworthy, Thunig, Minney, Andriske, Speissegger. Port Adelaide Country Masters - Cooper, Cook, Hurrell, Coulson. Goals: Woodville West Torrens Country - Speissegger 2, Ellis 2, Hayes, Blumsen, Hoare, Thunig. Port Adelaide Country - Rogers 2, Masters 2, Jackson, Coulson, Appleby

Day 2

GLIDEROL STADIUM – DIVISION 1

n John good (head trainer at Mallala), Reece Svetec (Mallala), Brandon Taylor (HWE), James Speissegger (Balaklava), Ryan Konzag (Mallala), Lachlan Goss (Two Wells), Nick Seccaffien (Two Wells) and Liam Whitwell (assistant coach at Mallala).

Semi final win for young Eagles Taylor, Nick Seccaffien • From back page a soccer background I In Friday’s semi final, and Lachlan Goss, along believe,” coach Whitwith Liam Whitwell as this group dominated in tlesea suggested. team manager/assistant the contest with North “He was quite coach.

Adelaide, winning by versatile, playing across Balaklava talent Spei- half back, as well as up 51-points to ensure entry ssegger was regarded to the decider. forward and on the ball as the best performing “While our finish in on occasions. the final was disappoint- player from the local “One of his real talcompetition, while Two ing, the squad got better ents, is he knows how to Wells footballer from as a group as the week read the game and gets progressed,” team coach the Seccaffien clan, Nick to the right spots. also had a significant Peter Whittlesea said.

“Nick started on a “The team’s improve- impact. wing and was moved to “James comes from an on-ball/forward role ment was seen in the for the last two excellent semi final win against North games.

Adelaide.

“He is a neat “While I am footballer with happy to concede good skills and has Glenelg were a football brain. certainly the better “All the group side in the final, showed improvefive games in five ment as the week days was really progressed” tough on the kids.

In the 30 years “Once Glenelg since the competigot momentum tion was inauguearly in the final, it rated back in 1981, was always going the Woodville-West to be hard both Torrens under physically and 15 country has mentally to come enjoyed just one back.” victory at this level, The Adelaide back in 1997.

Plains contingent Interestingly, the included Rhys Eagles’ city cousins Svetec, James have never won n NICK Seccafien in full flight Speissegger, Ryan the under 15 state for the Eagles Under 15 side.

Konzag, Brandon championships.

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Glenelg Metro 15.9 (99) def Sturt Metro 5.3 (33) BEST: Glenelg Metro – Gregson, Stretch, Tate, Beieber, Nealbullen, Kennedy, Bennett Sturt Metro – Hewitson, Moriarty, Altschwager, Stoyel, Bevan GOALS: Glenelg Metro – Gregson 4, Kennedy 3, Whaley 3, Tate, Glazebrook, Kerr, Whestley, Chalmers Sturt Metro – Hewitson 4, Faulkhead Sturt Country 12. 11 (83) def Glenelg Country 9.7 (61) BEST: Glenelg Country – Smith, Gabbe, Brown, Chant, Woolard, Ryan, Hatt Sturt Country – Hall, Hone, Ingram, McKaye, Gore, Gluyas GOALS: Glenelg Country – Gabbe 5, Ryan 2, Walters 2, Cram, Jones, Smith Sturt Country – Gluyas 4, Ingram 2, Hone, Houlihan, Hall

UNLEASH SOLAR OVAL – DIVISION 1

Port Adelaide Metro 9.11 (65) def WWT Metro 6.3 (39) BEST: Woodville West Torrens Metro – Caire, Alvaro, D Economou, Gaffrey, Hambly Port Adelaide Metro – Deeley-Godfrey, Zavryl, Johansen, Rayson, Cooper, Van Dijk GOALS: Woodville West Torrens Metro – Dixon 2, K Economou 2, Zeon, Burrows Port Adelaide Metro – Cooper,Clohessy 4, Johansen 2, McIntyre, Hamilton WWT Country 8.9 (57) def Port Adelaide Country 7.5 (47) BEST: Woodville West Torrens Country – Nicholas, Elworthy, Thunig, Minney, Andriske, Speissegger Port Adelaide Country – Masters, Cooper, Cook, Hurrell, Coulson GOALS: Woodville West Torrens Country – Speissegger 2, Ellis 2, Hayes, Blumsen, Hoare, Thunig Port Adelaide Country – Rogers 2, Masters 2, Jackson, Coulson, Appleby

HICKINBOTHAM OVAL – DIVISION 2

South Adelaide Metro 10.7 (67) def West Adelaide Metro 9.5 (59) BEST: West Adelaide Metro – Vick, Anderson, Munn, Sharman, Buckley, Watchman South Adelaide Metro – Daniel, Bartram, Minns, Robinson, Berkinshaw GOALS: West Adelaide Metro – Munn 5, Sharman 2, Anderson, Smelt South Adelaide Metro – Minns 5, Daniel 2, Bartram, Hall, Jaggard

West Adelaide Country 6.8 (44) def South Adelaide Country 6.6 (42) BEST: West Adelaide Country – Knight, Durdin, Kain, Steed, Yard, Tanner, Albanese, Falting South Adelaide Country – Burns, Heaslip, Miller, Lang, Watson, Boxer GOALS: West Adelaide Country – Knight 2, Fridd 2, Yard, Pye South Adelaide Country – Leray 2, Heaslip 2, Osborne

DALY OVAL – DIVISION 2 North Adelaide Metro 10.7 (67) def Norwood Metro 5.8 (38)

BEST: North Adelaide Metro – Wilkie, Viney, Karagich, Pebke, Pritchard, Drury, Liseno, Hay Norwood Metro – Hallandal, Pansini, Smith, Parker, Richards GOALS: North Adelaide Metro – Viney 7, Rocca 2, Ferguson 1 Norwood Metro – Pansini 2, Lord, Persinos, Balnaves-Gale 1 North Adelaide Country 15,12 (102) def Norwood Country 0.3 (3) BEST: North Adelaide Country – Foulis, Hayes, McKenzie, McInerney, Shirley, Berhardt, Schmidt, Joyce Norwood Country – Stacey, McLean, Pitson, Sinnott, Weeks, Cornish GOALS: North Adelaide Country – Foulis 3, Woolford, Joyce, Wilsdon 2, E.Connor, McKenzie, Warren, Rooke, Harris, Shute 1 Norwood Country – None.

WWT Country 9.13 (67) def Sturt Country 5.9 (39) BEST: Woodville West Torrens Country – Elsworthy, Minney, Nicholas, Spiesseger, Blumson, Heinjus Sturt Country – Hone, Gore, Buckley, Biddle, Hansen, Ingram GOALS: Woodville West Torrens Country – Thunig 2, Hayes, Westbrook, Michalanney, Elsworthy, Taylor, Minney, Seccaffien Sturt Country – Biddle 2, Hone, Ingram, McKaye

day 3

Glenelg Country 10.5 (65) def WWT Country 9.9 (63) BEST: Glenelg Country – Brown, Woolard, Sullivan, Smith, Carter, Ryan, Burns Woodville West Torrens Country – Nicholas, Speissegger, Minney, Thunig, Seccaffien GOALS: Glenelg Country – Gabbe 3, Burns 3, Ryan 2, Woolard, Walters 1 Woodville West Torrens Country – Thunig 2, Seccaffien 2, Hayes, Andriske, Nicholas 1

Semi Final 2

day 4

WWT 9.8 (62) def North 1.5 (11)

Grand Final GLIDEROL STADIUM

Glenelg Country 13.6 (84) def Woodville West Torrens Country 2.6 (18) BEST: Glenelg Country – Brown, Woodland, Tim Sullivan, Tom Sullivan, Carter, Smith, Gabbe Woodville West Torrens Country – Nicholas, Minney, Elsworthy, Manners, Blumson GOALS: Glenelg Country – Gabbe 4, Hatt, Smith 2, Ryan, Pearce, Eats, Woolard, Sullivan 1 Woodville West Torrens Country – Westbrook, Thunig 1

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Virginia Mallala

A Grade

1.1 4.3 10.6 12.8 (80) 1.4 4.7 6.8 7.12 (54)

Goals: Virginia - B.Niklaus 5, G.Rigney 2, B.Russel 2, B.Nikou 1, R.Perre 1, C.James 1 Mallala - D.Feeley 3, B.Harris 1, B.Montgomery 1, J.Wildbore 1, N.Hornhardt 1 Best: Virginia - B.Galic, B.Russel, M.Young, B.Nikou, E.Tsimiklis, R.Perre Mallala - D.Pontt, J.Seal, J.Earl, L.Whitwell, L.Chadwick, R.Montgomery

Balaklava HW Eagles

4.1 7.5 11.5 15.8 (98) 1.5 6.6 9.7 9.8 (62)

Goals: Balaklava - G.Dawson 6, J.Brice 3, T.McPharlin 2, S.Lamond 1, L.Pearson 1, R.McPharlin 1, N.Yates 1 HW Eagles - J.Schutz 3, D.Cicolella 2, N.Young 1, S.McGuiness 1, T.Forrest 1, B.Higgs 1 Best: Balaklava - H.Walker, B.Lamond, G.Dawson, S.Farrell, R.McPharlin, T.McPharlin HW Eagles - T.Twelftree, L.Belperio, B.Higgs, T.Sharpe, D.Oswald, J.Manners

Hamley Bridge Two Wells

3.5 2.4

6.8 4.6

10.12 13.14 5.9 7.13

(92) (55)

Goals: Hamley Bridge - B.Burgess 7, J.Moody 2, A.Lemmon 2, C.Allen 1, S.Catterall 1 Two Wells - A.Hardiman 2, J.Morrison 2, T.BrownPichugin 1, M.Abdilla 1, K.Leighton 1 Best: Hamley Bridge - A.Pepe, J.Moody, D.Lockwood, A.Christmann, S.Catterall, C.Allen Two Wells - A.Hardiman, S.Barker, K.Leighton, D.Coats, T.Markou, T.Hines

Mallala Virginia

Reserves

3.6 3.9 8.12 12.14 (86) 0.0 2.0 3.1 4.2 (26)

Goals: Mallala - M.Saunders 5, C.Bilney 3, J.Speck 1, G.White 1, J.Morgan 1, J.Wildbore 1 Virginia - R.Desmond 1, T.Karutz 1, J.Platt 1, S.Avery 1 Best: Mallala - J.Morgan, G.White, B.Start, M.Saunders, J.Speck, J.Crewsdon Virginia - S.Avery, R.Desmond, S.Biermann, R.Drew

Balaklava HW Eagles

6.1 9.5 16.7 22.9 (141) 1.1 2.1 3.2 4.3 (27)

Goals: Balaklava - D.Hart 5, L.Guy 4, S.Nankivell 3, D.Tezacker 3, J.Lomman 2, G.Willmer 2, L.Tezacker 1, C.Marshall 1, K.Michaelanny 1 HW Eagles - S.Garner 1, T.Williams 1, C.Braham 1, C.Parnham 1 Best: Balaklava - G.Hudd, L.Tezacker, R.Lamond, D.Hart, D.Tezacker, A.Williams HW Eagles - C.Braham, M.Cormack, S.Allen, M.Nicholls, M.Schutz, T.Williams

Two Wells Hamley Bridge

4.3 2.3

10.7 3.3

12.8 5.4

14.12 6.5

(96) (41)

Goals: Two Wells - S.Lioulios 6, S.Wise 3, B.Daly 1, D.Hooper 1, H.Ramsay 1, R.Coleman 1 Hamley Bridge - R.Darwin 2, T.Darwin 1, J.Peters 1, L.Smith 1, B.Heinze 1 Best: Two Wells - B.Struck, S.Lioulios, T.Russell, R.Coleman, T.Stubing Hamley Bridge - A.Baker, J.Peters, B.Farrugia, L.Smith, T.Darwin, R.Darwin

Mallala Virginia

Senior Colts

6.2 8.3 9.6 9.7 (61) 0.0 4.0 6.3 7.8 (50)

Goals: Mallala - J.Birchmore 5, M.Monticelli 1, T.Algar 1, T.Graham 1, L.Helps 1 Virginia - M.Lazenka 3, A.Pogas 2, J.Booth-Elliott 1, M.Musolino 1 Best: Mallala - L.Helps, D.Kearns, J.Birchmore, B.Martin, D.Winning, H.Kirvan Virginia - A.Drew, M.Musolino, L.Bannear, J.Booth-Elliott, M.Lazenka

Balaklava HW Eagles

6.6 13.10 18.14 22.21 (153) 0.1 0.1 2.2 2.2 (14)

Two Wells Hamley Bridge

4.4 0.0

Goals: Balaklava - M.Clifford 4, L.Williams 3, C.Ruiz 3, C.Mcpharlin 2, D.Pfeiffer 2, T.Michael 2, B.Michael 1, R.McDonald 1, J.McBride 1, T.Lloyd 1, B.Harkness 1, J.Butterfield 1 HW Eagles - C.Temby 1, D.Ashby 1 Best: Balaklava - R.McDonald, C.Ruiz, M.Clifford, T.Shepherd, J.Butterfield, B.Harkness HW Eagles - B.Krieg, J.Zilm, E.May, D.Williams, J.Appleby, J.Hatcher

11.7 14.13 21.19 (145) 1.0 2.1 2.1 (13)

Goals: Two Wells - J.Morrison 8, H.Ramsay 3, L.Godfrey 3, B.Calvett 2, A.Mallett 1, D.Kotsano 1, H.Gameau 1, J.McLennan 1, D.Wise 1 Hamley Bridge - R.Darwin 2 Best: Two Wells - L.Godfrey, J.Morrison, B.Calvett, A.Mallett, H.Ramsay, J.Mclennan Hamley Bridge R.Darwin, T.Darwin, L.Henneker, A.Power, S.Collings, D.Collings

Mallala Virginia

Junior Colts

4.1 8.5 8.5 8.5 (53) 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 (0)

Goals: Mallala - B.Wilson 3, K.Hummell 3, L.Oleary 1, B.O’leary 1 Virginia - No Goals Kicked Best: Mallala - B.Wilson, K.Hummell, L.Oleary, J.Dunstan, J.Good, A.Coe Virginia - A.Hansen, J.Owen, J.Moritz, C.Eaton, N.Trace, Z.Owen

Balaklava HW Eagles

0.3 4.7 7.10 10.11 (71) 0.0 0.0 2.0 2.0 (12)

Two Wells Hamley Bridge

6.2 1.1

Goals: Balaklava - J.Wehr 3, C.Arbon 3, L.Speissegger 2, S.Michael 1, J.Harkness 1 HW Eagles - A.Deer 1, T.Nottle 1 Best: Balaklava - J.Wehr, L.Speissegger, C.Arbon, J.Harkness, J.Michael, Z.Scholz HW Eagles - T.Nottle, Q.Mackay, J.Alsop, N.Studham, S.Cullen, J.Lu

8.4 2.2

11.7 3.2

11.7 3.2

(73) BOMBER Andrew Power gets a good grip on Rooster Shannon Slattery, (20) who tries to knock the ball out before the whistle is blown during the

Goals: Two Wells - K.Giniotis 6, L.Billington 3, D.Kotsano 1, L.Brander 1 Hamley Bridge - B.Easlea 2, K.Rosenzweig 1 Best: Two Wells - K.Giniotis, L.Billington, H.Gameau, J.Pellizzari, T.Mills, J.Gameau Hamley Bridge - D.Collings, J.Wedding, C.Buckby, B.Easlea, S.Rosenzweig, O.Barnett

NEFL results from Saturday - Round 12

South Clare BBH

A Grade

3.2 5.2 6.5 6.6 (42) 6.3 10.8 16.12 20.15 (135)

Goals: South Clare - B.Murphy 2, C.Slattery 2, W.Hutchinson, J.Vandeleur BBH - T.Whittlesea 5, G.Thompson 4, D.Reed 3, T.Martin 2, S.Tohl 2, M.Jackman, J.Schuppan, M.Hall, B.Wall Best: South Clare -D.Kuhndt, B.Murphy, N.Smith, W.Hutchinson, M.Reynolds BBH - M.Jackman, N.Jackman, T.Whittlesea, R.Schell, M.Hall, J.Schuppan

BSR North Clare

3.3 5.7 11.13 13.17 (95) 1.2 2.2 3.3 3.3 (21)

RSMU Eud/Rtown

1.4 3.5 7.8 10.10 (70) 2.2 6.3 10.3 16.3 (99)

Goals: BSR - C.Weckert 4, J.Mackenzie 2, K.Burgess 2, S.Morris, T.Stephenson, S.Martin, M.Shane, T.Weckert North Clare M.Catford, T.Pawley, B.Pudney Best: BSR - T.Weckert, P.Meyer, J.Mackenzie, S.Hayes, A.Mackenzie, P.Jones North Clare - T.Pawley, R.Moulds, G.Jaeschke, B.Coles, M.Ward, C.Jaeschke Goals: RSMU - J.Vandeleur 2, P.Clark 2, Z.Hier, D.Busch, S.Jordan, S.Noack, A.Rowett, D.Schulze Eud/Rtown - J.Mosey 5, S.Geister 2, L.Kimpton 2, C.Voigt 2, M.Sajewicz, D.Button, D.Reese, K.Schulz, R.Prior Best: RSMU - T.Connell, A.Hunt, K.Hart, P.Clark, L.Sandland, J.Vandeleur Eud/Rtown - D.Reese, T.Sleep, R.Prior, C.Voigt, K.Schulz, C.Ah Chee

Blyth/Snow Min/Man

6.6 9.7 11.11 17.12 (114) 1.1 4.5 8.5 11.6 (72)

Goals: Blyth/Snow - B.Bell 4, J.Gillings 4, S.Clifford 2, S.Atkinson 2, N.Zweck 2, R.Darling, C.Giles, S.McCormack Min/Man - B.Kerslake 4, B.Taylor 3, R.McDermid, N.Forrest, A.Bevis, S.Pike Best: Blyth/ Snow - B.Bell, N.Zweck, C.Robinson, N.Mccormack, G.Ottens, J.Gillings Min/Man - R.McDermid, N.Forrest, B.Kerslake, S.Gibson, N.Scott, A.Bevis

South Clare BBH

B Grade

0.0 0.0 0.0 2.0 (12) 6.4 10.10 17.15 21.19 (145)

Goals: South Clare - P.Cutting, J.Pearse BBH - M.Wiech 6, W.Piggott 5, J.Edwards 3, D.Elftheriou 3, K.Harvey, M.Kellock, S.Kellock, B.Norris Best: South Clare - R.O’Neill, T.Owen, P.Cutting, R.Cole, A.Marcus, J.Pearse BBH - J.Edwards, J.Webster, D.Elftheriou, S.Kellock, J.Duncan, M.Wiech

BSR North Clare

1.0 6.3 10.4 13.6 (84) 1.3 2.3 3.6 4.9 (33)

Goals: BSR - B.Pilkington 3, B.Jones 2, D.Jones 2, W.Lawry 2, D.Hentschke, M.Lynch, B.Scott, T.Weckert North Clare - M.Dopson, N.Jones, B.McGuire, D.Smith Best: BSR - B.Jones, A.Culbertson, S.Weckert, S.Roberts, N.Adams, T.Pluckrose North Clare R.Tregilgas, T.Densley, R.Higgins, M.Collins

RSMU Eud/Rtown

1.4 4.7 6.9 9.12 (66) 3.4 5.4 7.5 7.9 (51)

Goals: RSMU - D.Griffiths 3, A.Hosking 3, C.Percy 2, J.Rainsford Eud/Rtown - R.Marshall 2, L.Penrose 2, D.Blumson, J.Van Den Ham, A.Watson Best: RSMU - D.Vater, D.Griffiths, S.Griffiths, B.McInerney, J.Hicks, D.Crispe Eud/Rtown - R.Marshall, T.Mosey, A.Watson, L.Penrose, J.Van Den Ham

Blyth/Snow Min/Man

4.3 8.5 8.12 11.19 (85) 0.2 2.2 2.2 2.2 (14)

Goals: Blyth/Snow - M.Noble 4, B.Pratt 3, M.Atkinson, M.Stewart, M.Thomas, G.Wilkinson Min/Man - M.Hadley, C.Grace Best: Blyth/ Snow - M.Noble, R.Wandel, S.Gillings, J.Stevens, J.Pratt, R.Ottens Min/ Man - T.Webb, B.Garrard, M.Phillips, A.Heinrich, T.Nicholls, N.Pengilly

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South Clare BBH

Senior Colts

1.0 3.1 7.5 7.6 (48) 3.2 6.7 6.7 9.11 (65)

Goals: South Clare - W.Weetea 2, M.Bennie, S.Minney, P.Von Heythmanck, Z.Maynard, J.Duran BBH - D.Linnett-Keane 2, B.Radford 2, P.Hill, T.Drew Best: South Clare - T.Pitcher, J.Pearse, W.Weetea, N.Budarick, J.Duran BBH - S.Connell, J.Cousins, B.Radford, P.Hill, J.Alderson

BSR North Clare

3.5 7.5 10.10 11.10 (76) 0.0 2.4 4.5 8.7 (55)

Goals: BSR - C.Burgess 4, R.Fitzgerald 3, M.Longbottom, N.Hayes, J.Kurth, J.Lee North Clare - B.Jones 3, N.Rowe, K.Dreckow, J.Brown, S.Channon, E.Dichiera Best: BSR - N.Hayes, D.Bruce, J.Kurth, B.Welke, R.Fitzgerald, D.Hayes North Clare - B.Fischer, L.Jaeschke, B.Jones, D.Brown, M.Makin, J.Smith

RSMU Eud/Rtown

1.0 3.2 4.2 7.3 (45) 1.4 3.6 6.7 8.9 (57)

Blyth/Snow Min/Man

0.1 0.2 0.2 5.5 (35) 9.0 13.2 19.3 20.5 (125)

Goals: RSMU - M.Busch 2, T.Redden 2, S.Jordan, J.Connell, S.Ball Eud/Rtown - J.Voigt 3, C.Caven 3, T.Mosey, T.Baker Best: RSMU - S.Jordan, T.Redden, H.Ball, L.Molineux, P.Allchurch, Z.Jolly Eud/Rtown - J.Michalk, J.Voigt, S.Nietschke, T.Mosey, B.Launer, C.Blumson

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Goals: Blyth/Snow - A.Elix 3, J.Kennewell, D.Salter Min/Man - A.Bruce 9, J.Mcgregor 3, J.Latchford 3, A.Richards 2, J.Ey, D.Haynes, J.Schmidt Best: Blyth/Snow - D.Salter, H.Norton, C.Giles, C.Andriske, D.Underdown, C.Walkley Min/Man - J.Ey, A.Bruce, J.Mcgregor, C.Mcbride, D.Haynes, B.Sutton

South Clare BBH

Junior Colts

6.4 10.7 15.7 19.11 (125) 0.0 0.0 0.1 0.1 (1)

Goals: South Clare - B.Sandy 4, L.Benda 3, A.Dare 3, B.Day 2, T.Hooper, B.Boyce, B.Dinning, Z.Maynard, A.Falconer, J.Wallent, S.Willmott BBH - No Goals Kicked Best: South Clare - T.Nield, J.Wallent, M.Jarvis, B.Sandy, B.Dinning, A.Falconer BBH - C.Lindner, B.Kleinig, W.Hourahan

BSR North Clare

5.0 8.1 11.3 14.3 (87) 1.0 4.0 6.1 8.1 (49)

RSMU Eud/Rtown

3.2 7.4 12.5 17.5 (107) 0.0 0.0 0.0 1.2 (8)

Blyth/Snow Min/Man

2.1 6.6 10.7 13.10 (88) 0.0 0.0 1.1 4.1 (25)

Goals: BSR - L.Hayes 3, J.Lee 3, L.Wilsdon 3, M.Longbottom 2, W.Longmire, T.Slade, S.Wilsdon North Clare - S.Channon 5, J.King 2, L.Jaeschke Best: BSR - L.Wilsdon, L.Hayes, J.Lee, T.Slade, M.Longbottom, W.Longmire North Clare - J.King, J.Wiblin, L.Gill, A.Tizio, L.Jaeschke Goals: RSMU - X.Redden 4, J.Talbot 4, B.Heffernan 3, L.Camplin 2, T.Griffiths, C.Fuss, H.Griffiths, I.Long Eud/Rtown - D.Blackley Best: RSMU - B.Heffernan, C.Behn, X.Redden, I.Long, M.Connell, J.Talbot Eud/Rtown - A.Wiech, B.Launer, B.Launer, Z.Green, B.Coe, S.Voigt Goals: Blyth/Snow - J.Hunter 4, A.Giles 4, D.Giles 3, W.Harris, S.Hombsch Min/Man - B.Smith, A.Smith, L.Koster, M.Roocke Best: Blyth/Snow - A.Giles, L.Jaeschke, B.Jacka, J.Hunter, C.Walkley, S.Hombsch Min/Man - Z.Sims, L.Howard, D.Willmott, N.Bruce, A.Griffen, H.Schoenberg

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SPORT v Football

‘Pies will get job the done United v Mallala

Coming off the bye, the United Tigers are a bit of an unknown quantity against the Magpies in this round 16 clash at Long Plains.

Naturally it is vitally important for the hosts to have a win, as they are locked in a battle with the Eagles for fourth place at the moment.

United coach, Travis Optiz will be looking for continued consistent form from Alistair Fleming, Bradley Shimmin, defender Mark Pym, big Will Banton, Brett Sharman and the industrious Adrian Mills, but the real key for a break through win will be the performances of the next tier of the playing group.

Optiz would also like to extract a match winning effort from elite veteran, Peter Burgoyne as well.

For the Tigers to beat the ‘Black and Whites’, they must at least break even in the middle.

That means controlling the likes of the returning Joel Montgomerie, Jason Earl, Liam Whitwell and Christian Rimmer – if he plays.

You get a sneaking suspicion that the Magpies aren’t firing on all eight cylinders yet and when they do they will be a force to be reckoned with.

If they get into top gear today, United have no chance.

The more likely result is Mallala will get the job done in a tough and uncompromising affair and the fight for the final spot in the top four will be wide open.

Balaklava v Two Wells

At either end of the premiership table, the Peckers host Two Wells at Balaklava Oval in a contest many believe the hosts will win handsomely.

While Sam Rowland is only a 50/50 chance of playing, Balaklava have the option to bring back Ben Catford, Justin

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peter’s KIss of Death: Eagles by 13 Magpies by 17 Peckers by 69 Walker and Justin Michael for this contest, or coach Stuart Lamond may just rest them until after the bye, as second spot on the table and the double chance is virtually assured.

With Glenn Dawson and Jonathon Brice key ingredients in a two-pronged attack, they have a host of other players that can put the score on the board.

Brenton Lamond, Derek Friedrichs and Les Pearson are important members of a frugal defence, while around the ball the Peckers have a multitude of options.

The Roosters need all their leading players like Ned Seccaffien, Khan Leighton, Ben Spiteri and Andrew Hardiman to play at or near their best, and then look for the developing talent around them to produce a strong effort as well.

Interestingly, their leading goal kicker is the sidelined Lee Allmond with 20, and the next best is Timothy Brown-Pichugin with 11, telling us avenues to goal is a real issue for Two Wells.

A win by the Roosters will be one of the major upsets of the year.

Nothing’s impossible, but this is highly improbable.

When you first looked at the fixture list, this game would have been seen as a comfortable victory to the Eagles.

But with a finals berth up for grabs for Hummocks-Watchman, after a haphazard year to date, the Eagles will need to play at their best to beat Hamley Bridge.

It certainly matches up as a battle of the two midfields.

For the hosts, Ricky Mackereth, Lee Belperio, Todd Twelftree across the middle and Simon Schutz are all pivotal.

Team leader, Matthew Higgs can be used in various roles, while the dash from defence of David Oswald has been important this year.

Now the Bombers have finally used a tagger, expect that Karl Bomford will get a role on a key Eagles player again this week, maybe Joel Wilson.

Best on ground last week, Adam Pepe is a slight chance of missing the game, but in all likelihood he’ll play despite these niggles.

Recruit from Portland, Josh Moody won’t receive much freedom either by the Eagles coaching staff.

A smart option may be to play him behind the ball, and give the other imports like Dylan “Hollywood” Lockwood, Shane Caterall and Aaron Christmann as the first choice on-ballers.

The Eagles has just a modest percentage of 43.44 and this may prove crucial in the final analysis.

Ordinarily they would be looking for a large win in this game against the side which has been the easy-beats of Adelaide Plains football for too long.

This Saturday will be a lot tougher, but with a chance of finals football on the line they should get the chocolates in a second successive game at Lochiel.

Veterans return to help depleted Eagles side Balaklava 22.9 (141) d H W Eagles 4.3 (27)

Reserves

BOMBER Sam Collings flies in for a tackle, all too late, on young Rooster Marcus Sayner, during Saturday’s senior colts clash at Hamley Bridge Oval.

THE Eagles had a number of players out with injuries this week – consequently, onlookers saw the return of the “Silver Fox”, Shane Garner, who donned on a guernsey – much to the Eagles supporters’ delight!

However, even with the experience of several veteran players, the Eagles couldn’t quite get into the game.

The match started off scrappy.

Balaklava played a strong attacking game, and in defence were quick to tackle and get the ball back into their forward lines.

The Eagles’ judgment in their kicking still needs questioning, as many of their kicks went straight to the opposition.

Their best football surfaced in the second quarter, where they showed some great manoeuvres and looked quite competitive.

Overall, the Peckers had the numbers and players in the right places to win convincingly over the struggling Eagles side.

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With a near perfect day for football, it was going to be a big task for the much smaller Eagles side, without their captain, Brandon Taylor, playing, due to Under 15 Country Championship committments.

Without a goal being scored for the first quarter for either side, the Pec,ers started to get on top in the second quarter, with Charlie Arbon getting some quality touches and a couple of goals.

In the third, it was more even with Balaklava kicking four goals to the Eagles’ two. This quarter showed a good standard of football by both sides.

The young Eagles ran out of legs in the final quarter, allowing Balaklava to get on top and run out easy winners, the final scores being Balaklava 10.11 to the Eagles 2.0.

Best players for Balaklava included Charlie Arbon, xxx Michael and Josh Harkness.

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after round 15 games A GRADE Team P W L D B FF F A % Pts Virginia 13 11 2 0 2 0 1327 849 60.98 22 Balaklava 13 10 3 0 2 0 1460 814 64.20 20 Mallala 12 7 5 0 3 0 871 845 50.76 14 United 12 5 7 0 3 0 850 894 48.74 10 HW Eagles 13 5 8 0 2 0 844 1099 43.44 10 Two Wells 13 3 10 0 2 0 800 1104 42.02 6 Hamley 12 3 9 0 3 0 766 1313 36.84 6 RESERVES Team P W L D B FF F A % Pts Balaklava 13 11 2 0 2 0 1231 383 76.27 22 Virginia 13 11 2 0 2 0 1120 615 64.55 22 Two Wells 13 9 4 0 2 0 1120 585 65.69 18 Mallala 12 7 5 0 3 0 832 557 59.90 14 United 12 4 8 0 3 0 645 827 43.82 8 Hamley 12 2 10 0 3 0 513 1190 30.12 4 HW Eagles 13 0 13 0 2 0 210 1514 12.18 0 SENIOR COLTS Team P W L D B FF F A % Pts Balaklava 13 12 1 0 2 0 1556 447 77.68 24 Two Wells 13 11 2 0 2 0 1555 387 80.07 22 Mallala 12 8 4 0 3 0 999 486 67.27 16 Virginia 13 7 6 0 2 0 959 878 52.20 14 Hamley 12 4 8 0 3 0 634 1137 35.80 8 HW Eagles 13 2 11 0 2 0 582 1654 26.03 4 United 12 0 12 0 3 0 322 1618 16.60 0 JUNIOR COLTS Team P W L D B FF F A % Pts Mallala 12 12 0 0 3 0 661 195 77.22 24 Balaklava 13 10 3 0 2 0 671 320 67.71 20 Two Wells 13 10 3 0 2 0 657 342 65.77 20 HW Eagles 13 6 7 0 2 0 453 446 50.39 12 Hamley 12 4 8 0 3 0 420 612 40.70 8 Virginia 13 1 12 0 2 0 250 708 26.10 2 United 12 1 11 0 3 0 234 723 24.45 2

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after round 15 games A GRADE Pos Name ThWk Year 1 Brendon Niklaus - Virginia 5 71 2 Glenn DAWSON - Balaklava 6 62 3 Brett BURGESS - Hamley Bridge 7 46 4 Jonathon BRICE - Balaklava 3 38 5 Brian MONTGOMERY - Mallala 1 37 6 Peter BURGOYNE - United 0 33 7 Stuart Lamond - Balaklava 1 27 8 Lee ALLMOND - Two Wells 0 20 9 Brent Harris - Mallala 1 18 10 Shane McGUINESS - HW Eagles 1 17 RESERVES Pos Name ThWk Year 1 Steven LIOULIOS - Two Wells 6 30 2 Alex LEO - Virginia 0 26 3 Derek TILLER - Mallala 0 24 4 Luke GUY - Balaklava 4 21 5 Jason BECKER - Two Wells 0 20 6 Adam PRATT - United 0 20 7 Christopher Bilney - Mallala 3 20 8 Terry LIOULIOS - Virginia 0 20 9 Jason McPHARLIN - Balaklava 0 18 10 Paul McLEAN - Balaklava 0 18 11 Daniel FEELEY - Mallala 3 17 SENIOR COLTS Pos Name ThWk Year 1 Michael CLIFFORD - Balaklava 4 47 2 Anton POGAS - Virginia 2 45 3 Hayden RAMSAY - Two Wells 3 39 4 Luke GODFREY - Two Wells 3 37 5 Luke WILLIAMS - Balaklava 3 33 6 Jake BIRCHMORE - Mallala 5 30 7 Jim MORRISON - Two Wells 8 30 8 Marco LAZENKA - Virginia 3 29 9 Kynon HEWITT - Hamley Bridge 0 28 10 Troy ALGAR - Mallala 1 26 JUNIOR COLTS Pos Name ThWk Year 1 Kyle GINIOTIS - Two Wells 6 28 2 Brad WILSON - Mallala 3 21 3 Kyle HUMMELL - Mallala 3 18 4 Jacob Wehr - Balaklava 3 16 5 Jarrad DUNSTAN - Mallala 0 14 6 Charlie ARBON - Balaklava 3 13 7 Jacob BUTTERFIELD - Balaklava 0 13 8 Brandon TAYLOR - HW Eagles 0 12 9 Joshua HARKNESS - Balaklava 1 12 10 Jake MICHAEL - Balaklava 0 11 11 Tait NOTTLE - HW Eagles 1 11 12 Sam ROSENZWEIG - Hamley Bridge 0 11 13 Harry GAMEAU - Two Wells 0 11

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SPORT v Football

Peckers now Ram’s main rival

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BOMBER Luke Smith is sandwiched between Roosters Scott Wise and Matthew Glancey, while Bomber Tom Hennessy tries to get to the ball in the reserves game at Hamley Bridge.

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REPORTS: By Peter Argent Balaklava proved they are the Rams’ main rival for premiership glory in September, with a solid six-goal win over a competitive Hummocks-Watchman Eagles side at Lochiel Oval.

The Peckers were just five points up at the long interval and started to gain the ascendancy in the third term, before closing the game out in the last.

In the final term, Balaklava kicked 4.3 while the Eagles could only manage that solitary point.

“We got out to a four to five-goal lead during the second quarter, but they kicked the final four goals before half time,” Peckers coach, Stuart Lamond explained.

“At half time I thought we were doing a lot of things right, except for the lapse.

“The Eagles hit the front during the third term, but we fought back to be a couple up at three quarter time.

“In the last quarter our superior fitness showed and we were able to close them down as well as score at the other end.”

High marking forward, Glenn Dawson, while Jonno Brice as a valuable ally were thorns in the Eagles’ defence, kicking six and three goals respectively.

After his enforced rest, centre half forward and in the ruck after half time Hayden Walker bounced back with a best on ground effort, while fellow ruckman and key defender, Brenton Lamond was equally effective.

Full back Scott Farrell and the McPharlin cousins, Todd and Ryan in their on-ball/forward also were valuable contributors in this game.

Balaklava did lose young Country Championships representative, Sam Rowland to injury.

For the gallant Eagles, Todd Twelftree was best followed by former Willaston on-baller, Lee Belperio.

Brad Higgs, Travis Sharpe, the ultra-consistent David Oswald and Jarred Manners all produced solid football for the vanquished in this game.

Creative small man, Joshua Schutz kicked three goals, while Dylan Cicolella finished with a pair for the hosts.

Bombers close down Roosters The Bombers’ five recruits with a heritage at the Port Adelaide Magpies – Adam Pepe, Josh Moody, Dylan Lockwood, Aaron Christmann and Shane Catterall – all had a big impact in the club’s best win for the year, when they beat the injury crippled Two Wells Roosters by 37 points.

Hamley Bridge led at every change – seven points at quarter time, 14 point at the main break, and were certainly in control at lemons - leading by 33 points before an even last term.

Pepe, a former state junior footballer, used initially

in ruck and then at centre half back, while the quartet of Moody, Lockwood, the far west coast junior Christmann and the strongly built Catterall controlled the ball at the stoppages all game.

Craig Allen across half forward and rotating on the ball was also a strong performer, while Karl Bomford played important role closing down Roosters ace, Ned Seccaffien.

Brett Burgess proved to be an effective target in attack, kicking seven goals and five behinds from full forward, getting excellent service from his midfield.

He now has 46 goals up forward in a team that has won three games.

Moody and Angus Lemmon chimed in with two goals each as well.

Landmark cup representative, Andy Hardiman was the visitors’ best followed Sam Barker and Khan Leighton.

Dean Coats, Theodore Markou and Tim Hines were the best of the rest for the Roosters, who never really got into the contest.

Hardiman and Jim Morrison kicked four of Two Wells’ seven goals in this round 15 contest.

LOCAL emergency services are set to benefit from a fundraising initiative to be launched by the United Football Club this weekend.

While the Call To Arms has been circulating country sport around the state, the Tigers are introducing the Call To Emergency Services.

In this weekend’s games against Mallala at Long Plains, the clubs will be trying to raise money for the Mallala Ambulance Service.

Teams from all grades will be donning green arm-bands, while donation buckets will be placed around the ground and an auction will be held.

Mallala Ambulance personnel will also be present at the ground, looking for more volunteers.

United Football Club committee member, James Rundle, said it was a great opportunity for local funds to be invested back into community services.

“Rather than Call to Arms, where a percentage of it goes to administration and the likes, this will go direct to a local charity,” he said.

The club chose the Mallala Ambulance Service as the game was being held against Mallala, although there are plans to do a similar event next year against Balaklava for the Balaklava Ambulance Service, and other emergency services including the CFS. “We’re just trying to give back to the community,” Rundle said. “Footy clubs aren’t all take take take, and these people we are supporting are volunteers like a lot of people around footy clubs.”

Perfect dozen for Cats so far this season Twelve scoring shots to two in the first term, kicking towards the southern or town end of Snowtown Oval set up the Cats 12th successive victory in their so far unbeaten 2011 campaign.

After gaining a 35-point lead by the initial break, both sides kicked three goals in an even second term.

It was a bit of an arm wrestle in the third, before six goals-to-three in the final stanza, ensured a comfortable exactly seven-goal victory over their 2010 grand final rival MintaroManoora.

“Our main focus was to getting control in the middle and make the most of our scoring chances,” Blyth-Snowtown coach, Brett Ireland said.

“This win was set up in the first quarter and gave us a chance to dictate terms in the game.

“They (Mintaro-Manoora) kept coming back during the middle of the contest and got to within just over three goals in the third quarter.”

Half forward, with a couple of runs through the middle, Brad Bell was exceptional with a four-goal haul, while Nathan Zweck’s purple patch of form continued in his onball role.

Dashing defender Craig Robinson gave Blyth-Snowtown plenty of drive from half back, while the best centre half back in North Eastern football, Gareth Ottens, with a dozen marks produced another decisive display.

Strong marking key forward, Jarrod Gillings was a thorn in the Eagles’ defence with four goals.

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By Peter Argent Nick McCormack was industrious around the ball, winning plenty of possessions, especially at the stoppages.

Other multiple goal kickers for the Cats included Shay Clifford, Scott Atkinson and Zweck, each kicking two goals in the win.

“Along with the guys in the best player lists, Kyle Griffin was good again across half back and Ryan Darling can be considered unlucky not to be in the best player lists, rotating from full forward and through the centre.

“Tyron Clark in the back pocket and Shay (Clifford) had their moments and Glen Hayes was strong on his wing.

“After playing during the week and also in the senior colts, Cameron Giles rucked for most of the second half and did a good job.”

Ryan McDermid was exceptional for the Eagles, while Nathan Forrest in ruck and key forward Ben Kerslake with four goals both were noteworthy.

Shawn Gibson with his precise kicking, Nathan Scott and Aaron Bevis all had their moments as well.

Along with Kerslake’s four, veteran Brad Taylor chimed in with three goals for the Eagles.

Saints upset Hawks In an upset, the Southern Saints produced a strong all round team effort to beat the fourth placed RSMU Hawks by 29 points at Riverton Oval.

TYRON Clark in action for the Cats on Saturday.

Gradually gaining the ascendency in the first half, Eudunda/ Robertstown led by 16 points at half time and both teams kicked four goals in the third term.

But the accurate Saints, who didn’t kick a minor score after half time finished with six straight goals in the final term to achieve their best victory of the season.

Leading the way for the victory was industrious teenage small man, Dylan Reese, while Terry Sleep had control of the rucks.

Consistent all season, Rowan Prior had a telling impact, as did the audaciously talented left footer, Clinton Voigt, Kane Schulz and playing coach Corey Ah Chee both were noteworthy, while Jarred Mosey in attack kicked a game high five goals.

Veteran Stephen Geister, Leigh Kimpton and Voigt each helped out with two goals.

Another young talent Tom Connell was the Hawks best followed Andrew Hunt and the accomplished Kimberley Hart.

Pat Clark (two goals), Luke Sandland and state country squad member James Vandeleur (two goals as well) were also serviceable in a losing cause.

Rams topple Demons Five first half goals from Tom Whittlesea played an important role in the Rams’ comprehensive 93 point win over a modest South Clare last Saturday.

Returning from a trip to Britain as a part of a cricket tour, Whittlesea had lost none of his touch and really should have kicked eight goals.

The gap between the top sides and the teams that make up the competition was clearly evident in this game.

Along with young Whittlesea the Jackman brothers, Matt and Nick both had exceptional games and continued their stellar form.

Ryan Schell was the general in defence, while Marcus Hall and Jason Schuppan both were dominant in their roles.

Creative forward Geoff Thompson kicked four in the win, while David Reed finished with three.

Tom Martin and Stephen Tohl both kicked a brace.

Originally from Lucindale in the south east, vice-captain Daniel Kuhndt was the Demons’ best followed by last year’s Mail Medallist, Brodie Murphy.

Nick Smith, Wayne Hutchinson and Mitch Reynolds all had their moments in a well beaten unit.

Chris Slattery and Murphy kicked four of South’s six goals.

Break-through win for Tigers Impressive after half time, the BSR Tigers had a break-through win at Redhill Oval over fellow cellar dweller North Clare.

Having the better of the first half, the Tigers should have been further in front, but were inaccurate and led by 23 points.

Amazingly, the Roosters only kicked 1.1 in the second half and failed to score in the final quarter.

Tim Weckert was BSR’s best followed by veteran Paul Meyer and the 2008 Jack Oatey medallist Jason Mackenzie, who is still displaying his herculean aptitude for the contest.

Sam Hayes, the younger Mackenzie sibling, Adam and dashing defender Paul Jones all had an impact in the win.

Craig Weckert actually kicked more than North Clare entire score by himself kicking four goals, while Jason Mackenzie and outstanding cricket talent, Kyron Burgess finished with two each.

Tyson Pawley continues his fine season, despite his club’s modest form. Richard Moulds, Grant Jaeschke and Brad Coles in defence were stoic in a lost cause.

You also couldn’t question the endeavour of either captain Matthew Ward or former coach, Craig Jaeschke and many of their team mates could take a lead from this pair.

Plains Producer, Wednesday July 27, 2011

SPORT v District

Croquet Snowtown Blue played against Clare Red, in Clare on July 16, and Clare Orange played Clare Black also in Clare, while Snowtown White played Port Wakefield at Snowtown.

All matches were doubles and were played in good spirits.

Clare Red travelled to Snowtown on July 23, where they played against Graeme Clark and Chris Bolvig of Snowtown White.

The match practice of the Snowtown team was evident when they comfortably defeated Clare Red. It was wonderful to see Joylene Hoskin come out to watch the game which was followed by the usual tea, biscuits and on this occasion, a literary conversation.

Golf BALAKLAVA LADIES

Last Thursday’s ideal conditions brought 16 players onto our lush fairways for the fourth Stroke competition. Thanks to the willing band of pyromaniacs, the course is looking very tidy indeed.

Joan Anderson, nett 73 took the honours in A grade followed by Patricia Anderson 74, Louise Michael and Tania Matz both 77, Cathy Redpath and Jill Taylor both 78, Maurine Kemp 81 and Merv Hameister 83.

Rose Jenkin, 73 won B grade on a countback from Moya Hayes. Next in line were Chris Hahesy 74, Cherie Taylor 89 and Colleen Howard 96.

C grade saw Julia Hoskin finish with 78, scraping in ahead of Fay Williams 79.

Fay was the lone collector of a golf ball for NTP. A and B grades need to practice more.

Putting competition: Patricia Anderson and Moya Hayes both had 26 putts.

Birdies: Patricia Anderson and Julia Hoskin on number 3.

Producer Points: Joan Anderson 5, Rose Jenkin 4, Moya Hayes 3, Chris Hahesy 2, Patricia Anderson 1.

Next week: Stableford. Starters: J Veitch and T Allen.

Quote for the week: “There’s no better game in the world when you are in good company, and no worse game when you are in bad company.” – Tommy Bolt, pro golfer.

Balaklava men

Last Saturday we not only welcomed 30 players to our verdant parkland for a major Stableford stoush, but also the final round of our glorious Winter Shield and finally, confirmation of an on-going series of mysterious events, but more of them anon.

Let it be known that, from among the hallowed A grade ensemble, it behove that sinuous son of the soil Geoff McKenzie, with 40 points, to laud it over mighty Merv.

Hameister (37) and wither the wishes, nay dreams of our man-of-the-week, wilful Wayne Nagle (36). The remainder of this magnificent collective featured W Goudie (33), S Michael (33), W Parkin (32), M Loy (32), W Lokan (31), P Freebairn (30) and J Breuer (29).

From the committed, cohesive, competitive C grade cadre it was left to the president of everything, John Curnow (38), to show ‘em how, destroying Digby Addison’s dreams of dominance on a count back and burying Bill Berry (37) by sheer skill, calculated cunning and dogged determination. Those escaping this arrant carnage were G Ackland (34), B Thompson (31), D Trickett (31), B Michael (30), D Rodgers (29), L Masson (28), B Freebairn (26) and S Jonas (22). Greg Sontagg, suddenly remembering his promise to wash the goldfish, suffered a panic attack and DNF’d, rushing the Red Peril back to Malla-boody-la before “she” got home.

Accompanied by a highly credentialed string quartet, the classy C grade mob glided ‘cross the greensward, led home

by Austin Henstridge (43), the terrifically tu-tu-ed Chris Hahesy (31) and a modishly moccasined Moya Hayes (28), who dashed Dillon Michael’s dreams, also on a count back. Also present and more inclined to relax and enjoy the music were G Anderson (27), T Matz (27), M Bell (23) and M Hahesy (21).

Young Willum Parkin smote a Birdie on the eighth, where he also claimed Nearest The Pin. Those who also covered themselves in the latter glory were Bill Berry (third), Jimmie Breuer (10th), Geoff McKenzIe (15th) and Brett Freebairn (17th).

On this day, we also put this year’s Winter Shield to bed. In the A grade, two Bills topped the bill, with “Laughin’ Parkin” leaving “Lachrymose Lokan” in his dust 3/2. The B grade final saw Dean “Ta ta” Trickett bid David “Rats!” Rodgers bye-bye 6/4, while in the C Grade stoush, Austin “Lord Haw-haw” Henstridge saw off Martin “Bugga!” Bell 6/5.

Recent weather conditions have spurred some fungal activity in the greens, against which we are spraying this week, along with growth promoting products. The greens mower blades have been lowered a tad, although mowing schedules will be disrupted somewhat to allow the chemicals to take effect fully.

A sign to this effect will be posted on

Determination results in a win Balaklava v Donnybrook Saturday’s Under 17 hockey match started with Donnybrook taking the ball and quickly moving it into their attacking half.

With lots of effort from both teams, and with Balaklava defending hard, the ball was eventually manoeuvred down into Balaklava’s attacking half. With quick movements and well positioned players, Tamara Gates scored the first goal of the match.

Donnybrook then fought back hard, getting the ball to their attacking half. Here Jesse Shepherd and Ethan Gates were able to take back the ball with the help from Hedley Greenshields.

After a great deal of good tackling from both sides, Donnybrook was able to take control of the ball and score their first goal.

With the score being one-all, Balaklava’s center forward, Micah Hamann made a quick pass from the center to allow Balaklava to easily take the ball down to their attacking half for a short corner, here Hedley made short work and put Balaklava back in the lead with another goal.

Both teams now had more determination to keep going, and with tackles from Gian Haasbroek, Marni Greenshields and Georgina Watts Balaklava was able to get another short corner, but Donnybrook’s defence was playing well and they were able to clear the ball.

This lead to both teams battling it out for control until the end of the half.

With the score being 2-1 Balaklava’s way, Balaklava started with determination to keep it that way. Their attacking was strong with Tim Goldney moving the ball down the field to get a short corner, in which Balaklava was unable to score, but they maintained their focus and held the ball in their attacking half.

Brock Hamann made a smooth tackle and took the ball into the attacking 25 and passed off to Tamara, who just narrowly missed the goals.

Donnybrook started to fight back, moving the ball down the field but Jordan Hamann was able to stop the attack and turn it into Balaklava’s favour by returning the ball down their forward zone, where it was passed into the circle and new player Cody Robertson narrowly missed scoring a goal. the Captain’s Office window, advocating caution when handling golf balls for the next week or so. As well, we’re pouring on the lovely white sand donated and delivered

by Ooge Edwards, which is improving the quality of the greens enormously. Several surrounds and some areas of fairway are being treated similarly with our very own red sand, to set the course up for a bumper springtime growth spurt, so please accept a little short-term pain for a very worthwhile, long-term gain.

We return for yet another Stableford dose this weekend, owing to an administrative error, but keep the faith and remember to bring your brolly!

Balaklava Mid week

A group of 17 players took to the fairways on Wednesday July 20, with Bill Berry winning the day on 48 CB points, Steve Shuck 48, Merv Hameister 47, Austin Henstridge 47, Yvinne Leo 46, Dean Trickett 45, Bill Goudie 43, Bill Parkin 41 CB, Greg Sonntag 41 CB, Dene Newton 41 CB, Joan Anderson 41, Dennis Goudie 40, Brian Stewart 39 CB, Moya Hayes 39 CB, Geoff Leo 39, Chris Hahesy 33, John Curnow 32.

Birdies: Bill Berry hole 13, Steve Shuck holes 2 and 6, Merv Hameister hole 6, Austin Henstridge hole 18, Bill Parkin holes 2, 4, 9 and 18. NTP: Dene Newton hole 3, Bill Goudie hole 8, Steve Shuck hole 10.

BLYTH

Mens Results July 24 – Stableford, sponsored by Legacy, donations to Legacy: G Mugge 49 points, I Zweck 48, M Eime 44, M Williams 44, K Hayes 43, K Lloyd 41, B Pratt 40, P Agnew 39, J Greet 39, R Lamond 38, B Reichstein 37, H Wandel 37, D Smith 36, T Eime 33, B Spinks 33.

NTP: M Williams. Skins: jackpot.

Ladies also played on this day – Least Putts, sponsored by Pages Deli, donation to Legacy; J Zweck 29 putts, D Wandel 31 putts, H Williams 35 putts.

Men this week, July 31: semi final Club Championship, Matchplay/Most Drives on Fairway, sponsored by club. First Division: R Lamond v G Mugge, M Videon v M Williams. Second division: P Agnew v D Paynter, H Wandel v D Smith.

Next week, August 7: Stableford, sponsored by LJ Hooker, Clare – sausage sizzle provided and ladies are welcome to play.

Ladies Results July 20 – Stableford, Club Medal, sponsored by Godfrey Pembroke: J Zweck 35 points, B Victor 23 9 Hole; L Randolph 17, H Williams 12, A Harrison 10.

This week, July 27: Most Drives on Fairway, sponsored by Outback Pest Control.

Next week, August 3: Least Putts, sponsored by Clewers of Clare.

Hamley Bridge

Twenty-eight players competed in Saturday’s Stableford competition and what a day Barrie Zerna had! Smashing long drives along with superb chipping and putting, Barrie carded 47 points to win the day from Rowland Pawlak – who, with 46, must have thought he was in with a chance – veteran kieth Kluske 44 and big hitting Bert Pearce with 43.

A GRADE: Bert Pearce 43, Ian Godd-

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RESULTS

Under 14

Clare/Donnybrook 2 defeated Balaklava 1 Goals: Cl/Don – Lachlan Squires, Sasha Weatherstone; Bal – Mitchel Laurie. Best: Cl/Don – Fletcher Thomas, William Pearson, Sam Haddow; Bal – Ethan Gates, Timothy Goldney, Mitchel Laurie.

Under 17

Balaklava 3 defeated Clare Donnybrook 1 Goals: Bal – Hedley Greenshields 2, Tamara Gates; Cl/Don – Karri Thomas. Best: Bal – Jordan Hamman, Hedley Greenshields, Marni Greenshields; Cl/Don – Josh Nourse, Fletcher Thomas, Jasmine Rokov.

Burra 3 defeated Clare Springstown 0 Goals: Chris Scutcheon 2, Stephanie Robinson.

Best: Bur – Neil Maxted, Alex Catt, Chris Scutcheon; Cl/Spr – Tom Forrest, Matt Forrest, Johanna Dutschke.

Women

Riley Chapman applies pressure to his Donnybrook opponent, with Micah Hamann backing up.

Donnybrook was able to get the ball out of the 25 until Balaklava came back hard, resulting in Hedley scoring another goal with a quick shot.

As time was getting short, Donnybrook knew they had to score quickly and they applied pressure resulting in a short corner, but Balaklava held strong and fought off the opposition, quickly taking it down to the other end of the field, and just before going for another shot, time was called resulting in Balaklava defeating Donnybrook 3-1.

A good outcome, in which all played well.

ard, Ian Ferguson, John Bell 41, Dave Russell 38, Wim Van Pelt, Barry Schwartz 36.

B GRADE: Barrie Zerna 47, Kieth Kluske 44, Ron Smith, Ray Battle 39, Anton Noack,Roen Cameron 38, Bob Hinderwell 37.

C GRADE: Bob Charman 41, Brian Cooper, Stephanie Martin 39, Helen Bell 35. Birdies: Ian Ferguson 17th, Bert Pearce second, ninth and 18th. Nearest The Pin: Ian Ferguson, 17th.

Super Veteran, Bob Ahola made a Return to the top step of the podium with 40 points in Thursday’s Stableford competition. The other two spots were taken

by Rex Mortimer 39 and Doug Cooper 38.

Other scores: Ian Ferguson 38, Lance Hatcher, George Dahlitz, Bob Mcgregor, Dennis Nation 36, Roen Cameron, Wim Van Pelt 35. Nearest The Pin Bob McGregor ninth.

Riverton

Results from July 23, Stroke - third qualifying round of club championships.

A grade: D Snook 73/55, D Hannaford 73/63, M Day 73/64. B grade: J Pengilly 78/60, G Davis 78/61, G Raymond 83/62.

C grade: S Saunders 83/58, D Murphy 90/65, R Harvie 111/65.

NTP 3/12: C Howarth. NTP 5/14: S Saunders. Least putts: A Hartwell (23).

Next week’s competition: Stableford.

saddleworth

Results from Saturday July 23.

A small field contested the Foursomes competition in fine but cool conditions.

Results Fraser Neill and Jamie Whiteman 82 net 60.5, Peter Martin and Kevin Parish 84 net 62.5, Simon Goode and Brad Abbott 89 net 65.5, Richard Davidson and Jake Heapy 93 net 66, Rob Benger and Roger Coupar 78 net 70.5.

Nearest the Pin: No 14 – Kevin Parish.

Next week, July 30: quarter finals championships; 12-30pm – Matt Butler v Len Venning 12-35pm – Mark Ross Naylor v Ken Beatton 12-40pm – Richard Davidson v Bill Driver 12-45pm – Jamie Whiteman v Jake Heapy

TWO WELLS

Results from Saturday July 23, Club Championships round four, sponsor: T and D Concrete. Players: 33 men, four ladies.

With the rain threatening to spoil the day, the final round of the Club Championships, many players opted for the near perfect conditions early in the morning to start their charge. Conditions saw some good scoring on the day in all grades. The rain did hold off thankfully, and the recent efforts of Hoggy, John Ball and Robert Thompson – who worked during the week to ensure the course was in its best condition – was appreciated by all as the course looked picture purrrfect and will look outstanding for the Two Wells open this Sunday. If there are members who can assist in ball spotting on the day and/or the breakfast and/or starting sheets, please speak to the match committee to offer your support.

Balaklava 4 defeated Clare/Springstown 2 Goals: Bal – Tamara Gates 2, Lara Greenshields, Fiona Tiller; Cl/Spr – Brianna Cheetham, Priscilla Robinson. Best: Bal – Tamara Gates, Marni Greenshields, Tegan McPharlin; Cl/Spr – Jayne Price, Phoebe Haywood, Priscilla Robinson.

Men

Riverton 2 defeated Clare/Springstown 1 Goals: Riv – Tristan Chapman, Kelvin Tiller; Cl/ Spr – Darren Sweet. Best: Riv – Andrew Chapman, Tristan Chapman, Ben Shepherd; Cl/Spr – Mark Bastian, Johanna Dutschke, Matt Forrest Balaklava 5 defeated Clare Donnybrook 1 Goals: Bal – Lee Cunningham, Justin Simmonds, Peter Shepherd, Raff Battistessa, Tamara Gates; Cl/ Don – Mark Harvey. Best: Bal – Peter Shepherd, Lee Cunningham, Justin Simmonds; Cl/Don – Daniel Cheetham, Ben Fuller, Ellen Canna.

Next weeks matches are at Clare

Congratulations to all the grade champions for 2011, and well done to nett winners in this year’s championships. The 2011 Veterans winner was Robert Thompson with 198, Peter Woods close behind with 201.

Ian Clark was also close with 202 and Jeff Spackman again a shot behind with 203.

The Two Wells Golf Club Champion for 2011 is Chris Girling who, despite having a large lead, managed to hold off any of the contenders’ charges with a final round of 78. Stuart Grigg finished runner-up despite the charge of several others with 82 off the stick along with Les Grafton, Yogi Frencken and Robert Thompson also shooting 82 in the final round.

A grade: C Girling 308, Stuart Grigg 325, L Grafton and Robert Thompson 333, Simon Grigg 342 and Yogi Frencken 355.

B grade Champion for 2011 is Mark Hansford who, despite trying to throw it all away on the third hole, managed to regroup and hold off the persistent attempts of both Adam and myself, to overtake him on the back nine. Mark’s final round of 87 was enough to claim the victory. Jim Weir, playing in the last group of the day, made a strong charge with an excellent 83 off the stick to join us in a three way tie for runner-up.

B Grade RESULTS: M Hansford 357, Adam Bail 362, Paul Shields 362, James Weir 362, Jeff Spackman 369, Ian Clark 370, Robert Hogg 373, Hans Linford 381 and Steve Kelly 397.

C grade Champion for 2011 is Peter woods, who finished with a final round of 92 to streak away with a total of 373 from nearest challenger, Andrew Baker, who finished with 388.

C Grade RESULTS: Peter Woods 373, Andrew Baker 388, Clive Weller 423, Brian Barns 427 and Ian Telfer 432.

Putting Champion for 2011 is Les Grafton with a total of 104 Putts.

Results A grade: J Ball 58, Simon Grigg 64, Y Frencken 64, Stuart Grigg 66, R Thompson 67, M Hansford 69, S Abbott 70, L Grafton 70, C Girling 71, C Hogg 72, V Zito 73, G Wilson 75.

B grade: D Hall 57, T Clifton 65, I Smith 65, I Clark 65, J Bowden 66, P Woods 68, S Kelly 68, P Shields 72, R Hogg 73, S Watson 74, A Bail 75.

C: grade: J Weir 57, T Clifton 59, R Prior 61, C Weller 66, L Zbierski 66, I Telfer 68, A Baker 74, B Barns 70, H Linford 72, M Frost 75 .

Ladies: J Holland 62, K Stubing 67, L Cannizzaro 69, J Frost 70.

Long Drives:A– C Girling, B – P Shields, C – R Prior .

NTP’s :) 1) L. Grafton, 2) I. Smith, 6) M. Frost , 11) G. Wilson, 12) C. Hogg, 15) H. Linford.

Birdies: 3 – P Shields, I Smith, V Zito, Stuart Grigg, J Spackman, T Clifton, R Prior; 9 –, 13 – J Spackman, C Girling; 17 – V Zito, Simon Grigg, T Clifton.

Putting Competition: L Grafton and Stuart Grigg 24 Putts.

Birdies Nest: –. Eagles: –. Pro’s Approach: C Hogg. NAGA: Malcolm Frost due to default, as all others had run away.

Meat Trays: H Linford, M Frost, D Hall.

Next week: fourth round Club Cham-

pionships. See you on the course next week – bring a friend to join our weekly adventures, the more the merrier. If you have any stories, pass then on.

– Paul Shields, TWGC captain.

Two Wells Ladies

The second round of Championships were played on July 19. The winner with 99 gross was Julie Holland, runner-up with 101 gross was Kathy Stubing. Julie Holland also won the third round of the Silver Spoon competition with a nett 73. Kathy Stubing had a gobbler on hole 7 and Judi Frost had nearest to the pin on hole 12.

Shooting LOWER LIGHT

Results for Saturday July 16 at a range of 300 m.

Cyclists and Torrens Valley: A grade; P Bradshaw 199.9. B grade; C Luedeke 195.

Sighters; P Bradshaw 40.2. Handicap; P Bradshaw 100.6/99.3 (1) 200, W Muhleder 95.1/94.1 (15) 200, C Luedeke 94.4/99.2 (8) 200, G Apthomas 97.4/94.1 (9) 200, F Pinyon 94.1/95.5 (10) 196, P Gale 97.3/97.5 (6) 194, J Pinyon 91.1/90.3 (6) 187.

Phoenix: A grade; J Samuel 198.10.

B grade; M Bialkowski 196.7. Sighters; D Clarke 40.1. Handicap; J Samuel 98.5/100.5 (3) 201, D Clarke 98.5/99.5 (4) 201, M Bialkowski 98.4/98.3 (4) 200, R Brockham 93.1/95.3 (12) 200, C George 97.4/98.2 (3) 195, M Challen 97.2/98.4 (1) 195, B Webley 93/91 (v) 186.

Cyclists and Torrens Valley F Class: F Open; M Heyward 199.13. F Standard; L Bament 195.4. Sighters; D Zerbe; 39.2.

Handicap; M Heyward 99.6/100.7 (5) 200, G Hutchins 99.2/99.2 (7) 200, B Moulds 99.5/100.7 (3) 200, D Zerbe 99.3/99.5 (5) 200, L Bament 97.1/98.2 (13) 200, C Green 95.1/100.1 (10) 200, K Terrell 96.1/96.4 (15) 200, H Bradshaw 97.2/98.4 (6) 200, R Braund 97/98.4 (6) 200, L White 97.1/97.2 (7) 200.

Phoenix F Class: F Standard; R Mousley 200.10. Sighters; R Mousley 39.1.

Handicap; J Roberts 96.3/97.3 (13) 200, R Mousley 100.4/100.6 (9) 200, E Kanik 93.3/97.3 (6) 196, M Roberts 97/96.5 (2) 195, C Mousley 96.2/94.2 (6) 194, L Scroof 81/96 (16) 193, M Ware 91.3/91.3 182, R Kanik 98.2/97.2 (v) 195, C Pratt 84/75 (v) 159, K Dickson 82/88 (v) 190.

Light River:Agrade; B Wrightson 98.10. b grade; R Robertson 90.5. F Class; B Hall 96.8. Sighters; R Spillman 20.1. Handicap; P Bothwell 45.1/49.4 (20) 120, B Hall 48.6/48.2 (14) 118, R Robertson 45.3/45.2 (21) 116, B Wrightson 49.5/49.5 (8) 116, R Spillman 44.4/47.2 (9) 106.

Postal and Railways: A grade; R Cunningham 196.7. B grade; S Giles 192.6. C grade; T Button 190.3. Sighters; I Mackintosh 39. Handicap; T Button 95.1/95.2 (10) 200, R Cunningham 96.4/100.3 (3) 199, S Giles 96.4/96.2 (7) 199, I Mackintosh 93/96.2 (6) 195, W Phillips 93.1/92 (8) 193, V Synusas 95.3/92 (5) 192, M Bethune 92.2/91 (8) 191, D Barr 93.1/90 (8) 191, M Spendelove 93.1/87.1 (8) 188, P Collins 97.1/97.5 (v) 194.

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SPORT v Netball

Team game gives Hummocks the edge Teams, crowd honour Sharon

In an emotional game at the Lochiel court between the top two sides, Hummocks claimed an important 10 goal win over the second placed Balaklava Peckers.

“Last Saturday’s game saw a very large crowd come out to see the A1 match being played,” Hummocks playing coach Samantha Nicholls explained.

“The large crowd was due to a minute silence being held before the game to remember the life and contribution of a valued Hummocks club person Sharon Hoepner.

“And it was great to see the game played in the spirit that Sharon always endorsed.”

In this contest played at lightning pace, Hummocks had a three goal lead by quarter time, and this increased to seven at the half, and was 10 by the three quarter time whistle.

After an even last term Hummocks 51 defeated Balaklava 41.

“It was a hot day and the high intensity game, meant all players had to stand up and it was great to see the Hummocks girls come together and play the true team

game,” Nicholls continued.

“Lisa (Powell) was a standout in this contest and had three different opponents for the game.

“This was a true indication of the tight defence she played on each opponent and the officials also reiterated that point by giving her out best player award.

“I am very happy with the Hummocks girls because they worked together, backed each other up, and implemented everything that I asked of them.

“There are still a few things to iron out, but since this is such a new group gelling together, it was a pleasing outcome.

The umpires gave Eliza Cottle their best for the Peckers.

Another strong performer for Balakalava was Carly Gregor, who continued to work tirelessly in the positions she continued to be thrown into.

Wells girls bounce back The Roosters collected an expected 10 goal win over Hamley Bridge, rebounding strongly from the previous week’s large loss to Hummocks.

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In the final analysis Two Wells 43 defeated the Bombers 33.

“We had a tremendous start that was the catalyst to the victory,” captain Rebecca Pym, who had just returned this side after work commitments in Hong Kong and China said.

“Hamley did come back at us in the final term, after a number of structural changes to their line up at the three quarter time break.

“But we played a pretty composed game and grabbed the two premiership points.

Mia Darling produced a strong effort at goal keeper and was rewarded for her efforts as the umpires’ best. She reunited with Nicole Hardy in the defence circle and this pair played with plenty of cohesion.

Promoted from the A2 side for this game, at goal attack Karen Hardy produced a really strong game, while wing attack Rachael Bray made many strong leads and feed the ball well to the shooters.

Pym herself despite being tired at the end of the contest, worked industriously through the middle of the court.

Clearly the Bombers best was Alison Schahi-

nger, the Hamley Bridge goal keeper who won a number of interceptions.

Schahinger was also rewarded for her performance by the officials.

Goal blitz seals it for Mallala A blistering opening term set up Mallala’s victory against the Rammettes on their home courts last Saturday in round 15.

While Virginia netted the first goal of the match, a 10-goal unanswered run by the Magpies set up their nearly impenetrably 18 goal lead at quarter time.

The middle two quarters were more even, although Mallala’s lead kept increasing and by lemons the 24 goal advantage told the story of the contest.

The Rammettes changed their goalies around and while the last term was a reasonable contest, Mallala marched home comfortable winners, 59 to 33.

Jessica Neilson was rewarded by the officials for her performance.

The entire defence line of Claire Bruggermann, Nerida May and for a time Ashleigh Jarman, who won many

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Results of Adelaide Plains Netball Association matches played on Saturday A1: Mallala 59 (Jessica Neilson) d Virginia 33 (Nicole Agius). Hummocks 51 (Lisa Powell) d Balaklava 41 (Eliza Cottle). Two Wells 43 (Mia Darling) d Hamley Bridge 33 (Alison Schahinger).

A2: Two Wells 71 (Sharnie Kent) d Hamley Bridge 24 (Naomi Bubner). Hummocks 46 (Lucy Forrest) d Balaklava 30 (Lauren Michael). Mallala 42 (Ashlee Angus) d Virginia 23 (Julia Starr).

A3: Virginia 62 (Carissa Buckley) d Mallala 31 (Kylie Taylor). Hummocks 57 (Abbie Phillips) d Balaklava 40 (Rebecca Dixon). Two Wells 56 (Jess WalkerSmith) d Hamley Bridge 39 (Tash Manno).

A4: Balaklava 48 (Michelle Veitch) d Hummocks 36 (Debra Davey). Two Wells 76 (Megan Hatch) d Hamley Bridge 22 (Maddy Whittaker). Mallala 35 (Rhianna Shepherd) d Virginia 21 (Jess Barons).

A5: Balaklava 40 (Heidi Zerk) d Hummocks 23 (Sharon Moulds). Mallala 49 (Jessica Iacopetta) d Virginia 23 (Angella Toderoff). Two Wells 36 (Alice Turner) d Mallala Away 30 (Teressa Woollatt).

A6: Two Wells 33 (Trish Spurling) d Hamley Bridge 32 (Chelsea Crispin).

B: Hamley Bridge 23 (Olivia Izzo) d Two Wells 22 (Maddy Seccafien). Balaklava Away 27 (Ciara Guy) d Mallala 18 (Jordyn Algar). Hummocks 31 (Hannah Hoepner) d Balaklava 23 (Tenneal White).

C1: Hamley Bridge 54 (Amy McCabe) d Two Wells 8 (Laura Oakley). Mallala 46 (Tiffani Graham) d Virginia 0 (Paige Riding). Hummocks 40 (Mikaela Lane-Watson) d Balaklava 15 (Alex Wehr).

C2: Two Wells 20 (Brooke Humphrys) d Hamley Bridge 17 (Madeleine Lamont). Hummocks 15 (Amelia Cicolella) d Balaklava 12 (Zoe Bell).

Mallala (Won on forfeit) d Virginia (Team forfeit).

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Mallala Cleaning Service Phone: 8527 2161 A1 GRADE Hummocks........ 24.... 65.54 Balaklava........... 22.... 56.40 Mallala............... 16.... 51.08 Two Wells........... 14.... 51.23 Virginia................ 5..... 42.60 Long Plains......... 4..... 40.37 Hamley Bridge.... 1..... 39.77 A2 GRADE Hummocks........ 24.... 63.70 Two Wells........... 20.... 61.82 Balaklava........... 17.... 52.80 Mallala............... 14.... 48.71 Virginia................ 7..... 41.13 Long Plains......... 6..... 43.01 Hamley Bridge.... 0..... 35.46 A3 GRADE Hummocks........ 24.... 61.17 Virginia............... 22.... 55.91 Balaklava........... 18.... 57.67 Two Wells........... 14.... 50.96 Mallala................ 5..... 43.83 Hamley Bridge.... 3..... 39.53 Long Plains......... 2..... 34.94 A4 GRADE Two Wells........... 22.... 61.60 Balaklava........... 22.... 59.62 Mallala............... 15.... 53.73 Hummocks........ 15.... 51.27 Virginia................ 4..... 39.36 Long Plains......... 4..... 38.88 Hamley Bridge.... 0..... 30.08 A5 GRADE Two Wells........... 22.... 57.09 Balaklava........... 18.... 57.11

Supporting Local Netball Mallala............... 16.... 57.64 Hummocks........ 16.... 49.13 Mallala Away...... 8..... 46.58 Long Plains......... 8..... 44.97 Virginia................ 0..... 29.99 A6 GRADE Two Wells........... 22.... 55.16 Mallala............... 18.... 51.34 Balaklava........... 18.... 48.28 Hamley Bridge... 14.... 45.74 Long Plains........ 12.... 47.60 B GRADE Hummocks........ 24.... 66.12 Balak Away........ 20.... 63.31 Balaklava........... 16.... 54.41 Mallala............... 12.... 59.02 Hamley Bridge... 10.... 39.66 Two Wells............ 6..... 34.84 Long Plains......... 0..... 29.68 C1 GRADE Hummocks........ 26.... 79.02 Hamley Bridge... 20.... 82.62 Mallala............... 12.... 48.72 Two Wells........... 12.... 42.96 Balaklava........... 10.... 44.56 Long Plains......... 8..... 30.12 Virginia................ 0...... 9.48 C2 GRADE Two Wells........... 19.... 68.88 Mallala............... 19.... 68.03 Hamley Bridge... 18.... 64.55 Balaklava........... 13.... 48.55 Hummocks........ 12.... 42.01 Virginia................ 4..... 32.68 Long Plains......... 3..... 23.86

REBBEKA Barons, Virginia flies high for an intercept, just missing, the ball being delivered to Mallala’s Kimberley Graham in the A4 match on Saturday.

interceptions at Goal Keeper were frugal and impressive.

The Magpies shooter Diana Feeley and Tessa Jarmym were consistent all game, while Tracy Kennett also had a strong impact on the game wearing the ‘WA’ bib.

For Virginia the ultra talented Nicole Agius continues her fine season, despite the fact her team has struggled this year.

While the Magpies are guaranteed a berth in the major round, being three games behind the second placed Peckers; any chance of a double chance is highly unlikely.

RHIANNA Shephard, Mallala intercepts a pass meant for Virginia’s Jess Barons.

APNA netty star Name: Olivia Izzo Nickname: Liv DOB: 14/2/1997 Height: 5 foot 5 Team: Hamley Bridge B grade Position: WA, C Who is the most damaging player (on or off court) in your club? Sophie Martin she is fast and always committed to the ball Highlight of netball career? Making the grand final in 2010 What’s your number one passion outside netball? Facebook and drinking Boost!

If you could trade

money? Shopping spree and buy a convertible car!

If you were a car, what kind would you be? A convertible If you were on the front page of the newspaper, what would the headline say? “Olivia falls face first when playing netball while day place with any other dreaming about person for a week, with Lincoln Lewis” who would it be? Katy If you could take Perry anyone on your next What’s the last movie netball trip, who would you went to see? it be? Olivia Hondow Arthur What’s the best item in If you won $20 million your fridge? Mustard or in the lotto, what sauce would you do with the

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SPORT v Netball

Mallala shuts Virginia down in defensive battle A1: Mallala pushed out an early lead, Virginia trying to close the gap all game, to no avail, leaving Virginia behind 59-33.

Mallala won the toss and elected to pass first, but it was Virginia who scored the first goal.

Mallala responded, scoring the next 10. Excellent defence from Mallala WD, Clare Bruggemann, helping to increase Mallala’s lead. Mallala shooters, Tessa Jarmyn and Ashleigh Jarman were on target. Virginia’s GD, Nicole Agius displayed good defence work.

Mal 21 - V 3.

Great defence by Mallala’s Jessica Neilson and Nerida May put Mallala further ahead, with excellent ball handling and pressure down the court. Mallala pushed ahead. Virginia GS, Olivia Hoogenhout was a standout, on target with her shooting.

Mal 36 - V 13 Both teams came out for the second half with some major changes, both switching shooters into defence positions. Mallala GS, Diana Feeley stood out in the quarter, as did Virginia WD, Tracey Agius.

Mal 47 - V 23 Virginia switched their shooters again in the final term, to try and close the gap which Mallala kept increasing. Mallala WA, Tracy Kennett was outstanding, as were Mallala shooters, Diana Feeley and Tessa Jarmyn.

Ashleigh Jarman’s intercepting in GK was fantastic.

Final score, Mal 59 - V 33.

A2: After a close first quarter, Mallala broke away from Virginia, taking a 19-goal win.

The first quarter was tight.

Both sides’ goalies were very accurate. Mallala capitalised on their many turnovers, with their defence working well.

Mal 10 - V 7 Mallala GA, Megan Rimmer continued her shooting accuracy.

Virginia GD, Susy Ewen picked up some great intercepts and rebounds.

Mal 22 - V 13 The third quarter saw plenty of turnovers. Mallala’s defenders worked considerably well, especially Jayne Brown, grabbing some great rebounds.

Mal 32 - V 22 Virginia’s midcourt stepped up early in the final term, making it hard for Mallala to break.

Mallala C, Brooke Fitzgerald made great drives to feed into Mallala’s goalies. Mallala’s Amy Tucker was impressive, shooting from great distances.

Final score, Mal 42 - V 23 A3: Virginia were too strong for Mallala in this con-

SAM Sargeant in action for Virginia. test, however the Mallala girls never gave up, Virginia taking a 63-31 win.

Virginia won the toss, and followed with a great first passage of play, scoring the first goal and feeding in from WA Melissa Wilson. Mallala found their feet with help from great defence by GD, Nicole Standley. Virginia WA, Melissa Wilson and Mallala GS, Rosie Eckerman both stood out for their sides.

Mal 6 - V 17 Virginia started the second quarter strong with a quick goal to GA, Kelly Galley. Great midcourt pressure from Mallala C, Kylie Taylor. Strong defence in the goal ring by Virginia GK, Tarleah Lamont. Although Mallala improved the flow of their game, Virginia kept their lead at 31-15 by half time. Virginia GA, Kelly Galley performed well for her side, as did Mallala C, Kylie Taylor.

Virginia fought to turn over Mallala’s centre pass to again score the first goal, not without pressure from Mallala GK, Jessica Knight. Strong passes into the ring from Virginia WA, Megan Starr along with shooting from GS Carissa Buckley, helped keep Virginia’s lead at 47-24.

Mallala’s defence all the way down the court made it hard for Virginia to score. Good leads down the court by Virginia C, Josie Savage helped them greatly.

Mallala GD, Nicole Standley and C Kylie Taylor’s hard work helped to lift Mallala. An exciting contest between both centres.

Final score, Mal 31 - V 62 Virginia played a strong game, reflected by the final score. Mallala gave a good fight and didn’t drop their heads, defending every pass and staying on their toes.

A4: Both sides began consistently, Virginia dropping their game a bit in the second quarter, fighting back late in the match to bring the scores to Mal 35 - V 21.

The opening quarter was fairly even, with fantastic defence

by Mallala’s Sonia Anugs and Rhianna Shephard, contributing to Mallala’s early two-goal lead.

Mal 8 - V 6 Both teams were consistent, and both changed centre court positions. The game was still quite tight, with both sides displaying great defence. Mallala goaled late in the quarter to be another three goals up. Selina Caruso excelled in GD for Virginia.

Mal 18 - V 13 Mallala began strong in the second and remained tight throughout the quarter. Crowding in the midcourt caused turnovers for both teams, but proved positive for Mallala. Defence by Mallala’s Rhianna Shephard was exceptional. Megan Hardie worked hard all quarter at GA for Mallala.

Mal 26 - V 14 Virginia fought back after a poor third quarter, bringing in GS Jess Barons. Mallala held their lead in the end, with fantastic defence through GD, Sonia Angus and GK, Rhianna Shephard.

Jess Barons’ shooting was accurate for Virginia.

Mal 35 - V 21 A consistent game until a dominant Mallala side took the lead in the third quarter and held it out.

A5: Virginia fought all game to keep up with Mallala, who eventually ran out winners, 49-23.

Mallala had a strong start, with GS Great Warrior shooting well. Virginia’s defence fought hard, however Mallala’s passes into the ring were just too fast and accurate.

Mal 17 - V 6 Virginia had a better quarter, with GA Angela Toderoff shooting accurately. Mallala had to work hard to get the ball down to their attack due to Virginia’s tight defence. Lots of inconsistent passing from both sides, however Mallala’s accurate shooting secured their place in front.

Mal 29 - V 13 This quarter saw many turnovers, however both sides seemed very unsettled. Mallala eventually settled, outscoring Virginia 12 goals to two.

Mal 41 - V 15 The final term saw Virginia play their best netball, keeping up with Mallala, with eight goals apiece scored. Mallala finished out the game as they had begun - in front.

Final score, Mal 49 - V 23.

A5 - Mallala Away v Two Wells: Both sides played a great opening quarter at the Mallala courts, on a cold and frosty Friday night.

It was Two Wells who capitalised on their intercepts with some accurate shooting. TW 36 - Mal 30.

Mallala played great netball in the first half of the second quarter to peg the gap back to two.

Two Wells had a few turn overs

and went forward from there to extend their lead.

The third quarter saw both sides fighting hard in their defensive and attacking ends. It created a very slow scoring quarter with rebound after rebound for both sides. Mallala suffered an injury to their WA who had to leave the court. A change in the goal circle for Mallala helped them settle. Amanda Charleson came on into GA for her debut game.

It wasn’t enough for Mallala.

Two Wells kept up the pressure and won the game by six goals.

TW 36 - Mal 30.

C1: The young Virginia girls tried hard all game, applying defensive pressure however Mallala was too strong on the day, taking the win.

Mallala began well, scoring the first goal from great teamwork and defensive pressure. Great movement from the Mallala C and goalies allowed them to go into the quarter time break with a 6-0 lead. Mallala C, Tiffani Graham and GA, Brooke Wilson worked extremely well together.

Mallala’s Hannah Charnstrom stepped up and scored some lovely goals. Mallala had plenty of drive through the

centre. Virginia tried hard through quarter and applied some good pressure through the goal circle.

Again, Brooke Wilson and Tiffani Graham shone for Mallala.

Mal 20 - V 0 Virginia WD, Rachelle Hausler started the third quarter strong and tried to create movement through some defensive pressure on Mallala WA, but good passing from Mallala’s C into the goal circle allowed Mallala to draw further away.

Rachelle Hausler was a standout player for Virginia in this term.

Mal 33 - V 0 Virginia made changes and tried hard to apply pressure through Rachelle Hausler.

Mallala C, Tiffani Graham and GA, Brooke Wilson combined well to score at every chance, their team running out convincing winners. Tiffani Graham performed exceptionally well for Mallala, as did Paige Riding for Virginia.

Final score, Mal 46 - V 0 To Virginia’s credit, being in the younger age group, they tried hard all game – it’s great that they are able to place a team into the competition every week.

Keep up the good work girls.

CHRISTINA Lenco passes to her Virginia teammate during Saturday’s A4 match against Mallala.

AMY Spoodler and Tayla Southwell, Two Wells are just seconds too late for an intercept, Hamley Bridge’s Hayly Moore receiving the ball during the C2 match at Hamley Bridge.

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SELINA Caruso, receives the ball in Virginia’s goal circle during the A4 match at Mallala.

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SPORT v Football

Bombers proactive in second win over Roosters THE juicy rematch between Hamley Bridge and Two Wells was a dead-set fizzer, the Roosters unable to stick with the Bombers, who walked away with two wins over Two Wells from their three encounters.

I’ve noticed unlike every other coach in the league, Bombers coach Rian Nelson never gets an interview after a win.

Funny that, because I, and I would imagine the rest of the Hamley Bridge supporters, wouldn’t mind reading the coach’s thoughts on the game after an impressive win.

I wonder if he’ll break his silence this week?

Bugs Thomson totally outcoached Nelson in round 10 but Nelson returned the favour, Thomson’s secret weapon, Ned Seccafien, tagged out of the game.

So while Nelson might not be speaking to the Producer,

THE BANDWAGON With Rick Shaw he must be at least reading it, as he was far more pro-active than reactive on the weekend.

I noticed a small contingent of Bombers supporters packed away in some form of corporate box set-up last week.

Perhaps all the coaching moves were being pulled from in there?

Some of the advice filtering out during the game was certainly worth listening to.

I’ve been keeping a close eye on the senior colts this year and wandered over to watch United take on Balaklava under the water tower a few weeks ago.

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Petiquette pointers Getting friendly with the neighbour’s leg, pooping in the park, sticking your nose where it doesn’t belong and shaking your wet hair over somebody at the beach…as humans we wouldn’t engage in such bad mannered behaviour, so why should pets get a free pass?

Managing Director of www.vetshopaustralia.com. au, Dr Mark Perissinotto, is urging Aussie dog owners to brush up on pet etiquette or “petiquette”, as modern life draws animal and humankind closer together.

Dr Perissinotto said the behaviour of your pet should not infringe on others’ ability to enjoy a walk in the park, beach or anywhere else in public.

Dog owners also shouldn’t assume their dog’s attempts to be friendly will be received with open arms.

10 petiquette rules to live by: [ Keep your dog on a leash when out for a walk [Always pick up your dog’s mess [Don’t let your dog relieve itself on the neighbour’s lawn/garden [Do not bring your dog to events unless invited [Do not let your dog jump on/sniff/lick others [Ensure your dog knows basic obedience: sit, down, stay and come [Don’t let your dog bark excessively [Don’t let your dog beg for food or attention [Make sure your dog wears a collar and ID Teach your kids to be cautious around other people’s pets

The United Football Club should be proud of those young fellas and then there’s the coach, Sam McArdle, also doing a great job with limited resources.

I actually went out to have a listen to him and gee-wiz, I have to give credit where it’s due, with 10 players every week to coach, he himself must find it hard to get out of bed on a Saturday morning but he does and tries to give his all.

These are the coaches most admired and who should be well-rewarded at the end of the year.

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WARNINGS Information at www.bom.gov.au/weather or 1300 659 215 (Local call cost) STATE A high near Adelaide will move slowly eastward.

Fine on Wednesday. Cool to mild with light and variable winds, gradually turning moderate northerly and freshening in the west on Wednesday.

Isolated frost is likely over the Northeast Pastoral, Flinders and adjacent areas on Thursday morning.

Isolated showers will develop in the Far West and about Kangaroo Island later ahead of an approaching front. Temperatures will be generally mild and become warm in the north and west as moderate northerly winds freshen.

A weak front will reach the Far West Coast Friday morning and Kangaroo Island late on Friday night.

Patchy light rain will extend over the agricultural

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Scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms are expected near western coasts with the front.

Fresh northerly winds will become strong near the coasts during the morning, turning fresh westerly behind the front.

On Saturday the front will weaken into a trough and move into the northeast of the State producing isolated showers. Another weak front will approach western coasts late evening. Patchy light rain east of about Wudinna to Coober Pedy will contract eastwards during the morning and clear by the afternoon. Isolated showers should continue south of about Ceduna to Keith with isolated thunderstorms possible about these parts south of Elliston. Areas of morning fog are likely over the Western Agricultural district and far south of the Northwest Pastoral. Mild to warm with light to moderate northwest to southwest

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The report mistakenly referred to Clare’s Diana Williams as one of 11 committee members. The Clare district representative is in fact Paula Jones, of Burra.

Diana represents Eyre Peninsula.

Our apologies for the error.

I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw Dancing With the Stars judge Todd McKenney running out for the Hummocks Watchman Eagles on the weekend. I was later informed it was in fact, Glenn Sharpe. Sorry Glenn.

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he addressed the young lads, surely he would have to be a prime candidate if he chooses to accept be the club’s next A grade coaching position.

He’s home-grown, an ex-league premiership player, he’s definitely the full package. (Sorry Travis).

Given Neil Craig’s recent resignation, perhaps our local clubs will be looking at their own leaders and wondering what the future would hold with them at the helm for another year.

The first question they should all ask is: have we actually progressed, improved or developed any further from where we were at the end of last year?

No doubt some clubs will be considering if they’ve actually gone anywhere in 2011, and the next month or so will determine who will stay, and who will be moving on.

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Cumulative rainfall totals (from Tuesday) to midnight Saturday are expected to be 2 to 5 mm over the southern agricultural area and west coast, with local falls of 5 to 10 mm about western and southern coasts. Up to 2 mm over the remainder south of about Coober Pedy.

The outlook for Sunday, Monday and Tuesday is for fine and warm conditions at first, with northerly winds gradually freshening. A weak front may extend isolated showers across the southern half of the state late in the period.

CENTRAL DISTRICT FORECAST Wednesday: Fine apart from isolated morning fog and areas of frost over and east of the ranges.

Cool to mild with light to moderate northerly winds.

Thursday: Isolated light showers about Kangaroo Island during the evening, fine elsewhere. Mild with moderate to fresh northerly winds.

Friday: Scattered showers developing later. Mild with fresh north to northwesterly winds ahead of a late westerly change.

GULF WATERS FORECAST Wednesday: Winds: North to northeasterly 10 to 15 knots. Seas: Below 1 metre. Swell: Southwesterly 0.5 metres.

Thursday: Winds: Northerly 10 to 20 knots, increasing to 15 to 25 knots during the afternoon.

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INFORMATION

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SPORT v District

n ABOVE LEFT: Theo Markou, Two Wells handballs away before being tackled by Bomber Jordan Talbot in the senior colts. n ABOVE RIGHT: Bomber Tyler Darwin holds Rooster Joshua Pellizzari back as Hamley’s Rhys Darwin comes in to scoop the ball up. n RIGHT: Caitlin Musolino, Two Wells receives the ball in C2. n BELOW RIGHT: Kimberley Sellars, Hamley Bridge watches on as Two Wells’ Holly Bates catches the ball in the ring. n BELOW: Roosters Jim Morrison and Hayden Ramsay, and Bomber Jesse McCauley-Hall become entangle as they dive for the ball, Jordan Talbot watching on. n LEFT: Rooster Brad Calvett bounces the ball while on the run to goal in the senior colts match.

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For rent

Balaklava 3 bedroom house, close to shops and school. Pets negotiable.

Available end of July.

References required. $200 p/week. Phone 0439 828 234 or 8862 1905.

Share accommodation at Port Wakefield. Cheap.

Phone 0428 811 082.

For Sale

Blue Heeler Kelpie cross pups. 4 males and 2 females, 8 weeks old, $110 each. Ph 0427 859 716.

Firewood 7x5 trailer, stacked up high, white mallee, great burning wood, $250 delivered. Phone Tim (08) 8862 1261.

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.

For Sale

Firewood $180 per tonne, free delivery, Balaklava or as arranged. Mixed gum.

Phone 0447 079 388 or 0428 811 874.

Firewood cut, $220 tonne. Delivered locally.

Balaklava Museum. Phone 8862 1854 or 8862 1741.

Firewood for sale, cut and delivered, kindling available. Phone/mobile: 0407 896 159 or a/hours 8865 2127.

Giveaway grey computer desk. Bargains top load washing machine $40.

Sanyo bar freezer $50.

Pink brass single bed as new $100. Portable evaporative cooler $20. Dirt bike 125cc $400. Phone 0439 828 234 or 8862 1905.

Land Yorke Peninsula (Yorketown). 10 minutes to ocean. One hectare blocks. Fenced, many trees, $96,000 and $106,000. Phone 0412 288 042.

For Sale Nissan Pulsar ST, 2003, auto, reversing camera, central locking, air conditioning, reg XDZ 005, $9,000. Ph 0409 286 320.

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

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

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

Top of the range gas lift office chairs, going cheap.

Steel cabinets - file and tool cabinets and more.

Shop locally and save.

Phone 0409 693 626 or 8862 1769.

Trailer 6x4 new wiring and lights, with spare, reg to October, $395. Phone 0402 638 714.

For Sale 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.

Garage Sale

Ex Blatchys Nuts stock.

Glassware, cutlery, crockery, party & catering supplies, shelving, partitions + much more. Sunday July 31, 9am-2pm. 11 Charles Street Balaklava

Public Notice

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

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

SAILPLANE flights. The Balaklava Gliding Club has $90 gift vouchers available for passenger flights any weekend from their airfield 10km north west of Balaklava on main Snowtown road. Bookings 8864 5062.

Wanted

Free of charge for recycling. We take old televisions, computers, microwaves, videos, stereos and stoves etc. off your hands.

Please phone 0407 605 779 or 8862 2263.

Wanted to Buy

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

VALIANTS wanted AP5 to CL sedans, wagon, utes, parts, anything considered.

Ph Joe 0439 339 634.

Engagement

BEHSMANN - SEIBOTH. Karen and Allan Behsmann together with Helen and Kevin Schild are very happy to announce the engagement of Jackie and Jarrad on July 23, 2011.

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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.

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Aerial Line Inspections

Low flying helicopter patrols are scheduled from 7.00am to 5.00pm during August* along all major transmission lines across the State, including Balaklava, Templers, Dorrien, Roseworthy and surrounding areas in the Adelaide Plains.

If you have any queries regarding the inspections, please contact Colleen Luck on 1800 413 331.

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For more information and application forms please contact the Principal, Mike Clisby on (08) 8862 2100.

Applications close Friday August 5, 2011 at 3:30pm

ElectraNet, the owner and manager of South Australia’s electricity transmission network, will undertake the annual inspections of its overhead transmission lines by helicopter over the coming weeks to identify any potential issues. This will help reduce the possibility of supply interruptions and ensure the safety of the public and the network.

★ Blyth Cinema ★ • The Winter Guest (M) ★ ★ ★ Emma Thompson

- Wed July 27, 6.30pm • The Girl Who Kicked The Hornet’s Nest (MA15+) ★ ★ ★ ★

- Fri July 29, 8pm • The Way Back (M) ★ ★ ★

- Sat July 30, 8pm • No Movie

- Fri Aug 5 • Hop (G) ★ ★ Animated: all tickets $5

- Sat Aug 6, 6pm • Just Go With It (M) ★ ★ ★ Adam Sandler, Jennifer Anniston-Rom/Com

- Sat Aug 6, 8pm

- Fri Aug 12, 8pm • Nine (M) ★ ★ ★ Penelope Cruz, Nicole Kidman, Daniel Day-Lewis,Marion Cotillard-Musical Drama

- Tues Aug 9, 1.30pm

Horizon Christian School is a rapidly growing Interdenominational Christian School, situated in the town of Balaklava with a school enrolment R-12 in 2011 of approximately 400 students.

The successful applicant is expected to be a committed practicing Christian active in the life of his or her church and willing to join an enthusiastic staff team at Horizon.

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under an ADVERTISED blanket WEDNESDAY AUGUST 24 7pm at Balaklava Sports Club on an atADVERTISED mattress • Nibbles Provided and pulls off • Please come along & support your local swimming pool ADVERTISED pyjamas EVERYONE WELCOME bathes in an ADVERTISED shower shaves with an Balaklava Community Arts Inc presents ADVERTISED razor H brushes his teeth 15T with ADVERTISED toothpaste washes with ADVERTISED soap puts on ADVERTISED AUGUST 5, 6 & 7 clothes Vocal Ensemble- Choral Workshop drinks a cup of Instrumental EnsemblesPiano- Instrumental Musical TheatreADVERTISED coffee Speech & DramaContemporary Vocal- Vocal- Bands- Public Speaking drives in an ADVERTISED car FRIDAY AUGUST 5

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Our client situated in Balaklava SA area requires a general hand for a modern Piggery. You would need to be: • Good with animals

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A permanent position is offered after a qualifying period for the right person along with an offer to gain formal qualifications.

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It’s a 4 bedroom stone home situated in a very quiet location and basically walking distance to the main street amenities. The large kitchen has ample bench and cupboard space with as new bench hotplates. There is a large lounge with new carpet leading to the central hallway. A recently retiled bathroom and laundry complete the home and have a convenient two way access to the back yard. Features of the home include ducted air conditioning, recently painted inside and on a large residential block. A large lockable shed with attached entertaining area are surrounded by an established garden.

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Rentals • Lochiel farmlet, large stone home, 4 bedrooms $200/week

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Third quarter Ram-page!

Virginia in battle with 2010 grand final foe After a tight first half, Virginia broke open the clash with PETER their 2010 grand final foe with a ARGENT’S potent six-goal third quarter.

APFL report This one term of football proved to be the difference E: pla.wordsmith@bigpond.com between the combatants, as the M: 0411 178 444 Rams held on for a 26-point victory.

Russel won the ball consistently.

Only three points separated “Ben was a catalyst when he the sides at the first and second went into the ruck, giving us a breaks, but by lemons, Virginia’s contest around the ground,” Phillead was a telling 22 points. lips said “There was plenty on this “From this point we started game and it was a hard fought to control the stoppages and the first half,’ victorious Rams coach, game.”

Greg Phillips explained.

Captain Matthew Young as a “The third quarter was where it floating midfielder, half forward was won.

Billy Nikou and finding plenty of “Importantly as we start to the possessions Rocky Perre all prepare for finals football our first played their part. quarter was a lot better in this Playing in the key defensive game. role at centre half back, Emma“It was a total team effort nuel Tsimiklis was also important. across the board.”

Rams’ power forward, Brendon Ben Galic played a pivotal role Niklaus kicked another five goals in the victory, especially when in this clash and now has 71 for moved into ruck after half time, the season. while in and under on-baller, Ben Indigenous talent, Graham

Rigney and Russel both snared a brace as well.

It wasn’t all smooth sailing for the Rams as they lost both Anthony Johnston before half time and Adrian Mark in the last quarter, to hamstring strains.

The Magpies weren’t helped with their best player, Joel Montgomerie on the sidelines, but David Pontt was their best followed

by Josh Seal and the SANFL league experienced Jason Earl.

After rushing back from Adelaide, Liam Whitwell was also solid through the middle, while Luke Chadwick and Robert Montgomery had their moments.

Daniel Feeley was the Magpies’ only multiple goal kicker with a trice.

Mallala are now three games behind Balaklava in third spot, and a double chance is now a very remote possibility. n Peter Argents reports on other A grade matches, page 22

GOTCHA! Ram Anthony Johnston tackles Magpie Liam Whitwell to the ground during the A grade clash at Mallala on Saturday, as Mallala’s Daniel Chadwick watches on.

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JAMES Speissegger, Woodville-West Torrens handballs around his opponent during the Under 15 Intra-State Championships.

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Eagles U15 talents excel during championships While the Eagles were comprehensively beaten in the grand final, the Woodville-West Torrens Under 15 side had a strong week at the 2011 SANFL championships that culminated at Gliderol Stadium (Glenelg Oval) last Saturday, July 23.

During the mid-week games, the Eagles had wins over Sturt and Port Adelaide Country, and a thrilling and equally frustrating

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By Peter Argent two-point loss to the Bays on Thursday.

In their third game against Glenelg, this group were six goals up at the final break, before their opponents charged home to snatch the contest. n Continued page 19

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