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PEOPLE POWER! n THEY came to support their towns in a great show of “people power” last Sunday. In Balaklava, it was supporters of the coming skate park, joining Balaklava Lions club members to clean up an area of park opposite Balaklava Hospital. Brogan Page, above, joined his family and others collecting stones and debris to clear the park for mowing. TEAM picture and report, Page 7. n AT Two Wells, a group from the Two Wells Regional Action Team cleaned up and repaired areas around the town’s historic wells. Malcolm Frost, right, had his job down to a “T” – welding a new letter into the “historic wells” sign. READ more, on Page 17

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Coal the next big thing at ‘Lochiel’ By Les Pearson

AN estimated 270 million tonnes of coal in a deposit described as “north of Lochiel,” between Brinkworth, Blyth and Snowtown, has captured strong interest by several mining companies. A joint release by Western Plains Resources (WPG) and Southern Coal Holdings (SCH) to the Australian Stock Exchange uncovered seven lignite (brown coal) seams from 71.6 to 106.8 metres underground in the project, dubbed Lochiel North by the company.

Lochiel North is held by SCH, a joint venture between WPG, whose core business is in iron ore, and Evergreen Energy, which developed the K-Fuel process, which can substantially increase the energy production value of lignite coals with reduced emissions and other environmental benefits. The drill hole was completed at a depth of 123.1 metres. Lignite seams varied from 0.3 to 3.0 metres thick, for a total of 9.4 metres. n CONTINUED Page 4

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Boundary change brings new threat to local GP’s

Samuel receives his Queen Scout award BALAKLAVA Scout Samuel Tiller,was presented with his Queen Scouts award on Sunday, August 7. The award, which is the highest a scout can get, was presented by Ian Cooper, District Commissioner for the Barossa and Light Scouts in a ceremony held at Scotland Yard Scout hall.

Daffodil day is their delight n EMMA and Sophie Hamdorf show their support for Daffodil Day next Friday, August 26, this year marking its 25th anniversary. Cancer Council SA is inviting schools across the state to turn yellow for the day to help raise funds for cancer research. To register and for more details, visit www. daffodilday.com.au

Samuel was surrounded by his family, friends and Scout leaders, who have all helped him along his journey. Another formal ceremony is to follow for Samuel, who will be presented with a certificate at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre on October 15. • Pictured, rear, (from left)

are Gavin Roberts, Balaklava Venturer leader, Michael Tiller, District Commissioner for Barossa and Light, Ian Cooper, Kathy Chegwyn and District Coordinator of Venturers Bruce Leibhardt. Front: Cherryl Brady, Samuel Tiller, District Scout leader Jeanette Leibhardt and local Scout leader, Craig Goldney.

THE struggle to attract doctors to practise in Balaklava will dramatically increase in the near future if changes to the classification of the town’s hospital are not made soon. Under the current system, Balaklva Soldiers Memorial Hospital is classed as inner regional, in relation to its distance from Adelaide. This means graduate doctors practising at the hospital are not eligible for a number of incentives they would receive, if they were to work in Clare, despite the valley town’s increased population and better facilities. The system, entitled Australian Standard Geographical Classification – Remote Areas (ASGC-RA), was developed by the National Centre for Social Applications of Geographic Information Systems (GISCA), based at Adelaide University. GISCA was requested to develop the system by the Federal government. Classifications are made in relation to a town’s distance from a major centre or capital city. Balaklava GP, Dr Tom Lemon, (pictured) said the boundary for the change in incentives has been placed at the Wakefield River. “Which is a bit frustrating as it is only a stone’s throw from the hospital,” he said. “It would almost be viable to put up a shed on the other side of the river to consult.” Rural Doctors Association of Australia (RDAA) is calling for an independent review of the system. RDAA president, Paul Mara, said the ASGC-RA was majorly flawed. “They haven’t classified hospitals based on size, population or facilities and services on the ground,” he explained. Mr Mara said GISCA claimed the RDAA was consulted on the system before it was put in place. “It came in over 12 months ago now,” he recalled. “They claim we were consulted about it but all of our consultation was saying it wasn’t going to work. “For some reason, they went ahead regardless.” While the RDAA called for an independent review, the government announced a technical review of the ASGC-RA, to be carried by GISCA, which created the system. It will be reviewed over the next 18 months.

“We believe that’s too long, because by then, the damage would have been done,” Mr Mara said. “I’m confident the system will eventually change but how much damage gets done in the mean time?” The solution is rather clear for Mr Mara. “In an ideal world, I think we should scrap it and start again,” he said. “Bring in a system that has more flexibility, reflects the social and economic circumstances on site and doesn’t just base itself on distance from a major centre. Dr Lemon agreed. “There needs to be more input and listening to the people who matter on the ground,” he sid. “The RDAA has been fighting at a political level but the government seems to feel that it knows better than those who are living and working in these regions that are being affected.” Attracting doctors to Balaklava has previously been a difficult proposal. “When we had the impending retirement of the ‘old timers’ from the clinic, we advertised for over three years through various avenues with very minimal interest shown,” Dr Lemon said. Eventually, the service went down the avenue of international graduates and gained the services of three GPs. Dr Langton Nyoni, who has been in Balaklava for four years, Dr Imran Gul (three years) and Dr Peng Gao, form the firm workforce in the town. “At this stage we have a very stable group of doctors who are all enjoying working here. However, the problem will arise when at some stage there is a change in the workforce and we are again forced to seek out the services of another doctor,” Dr Lemon said. “The next time round there is the potential for marked difficulty in gaining a doctor. “Our chances are much diminished when you consider half an hour up the road, there are far greater incentives to work in a bigger town with more services or you can get the same benefits from other regions much closer to the metro area.” Mr Mara also believed theASGC-RA is not only going to affect attracting doctors, but the government would apply it in classifying other rural services.

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NEWS FEATURE v Stockport

THE RENOVATORS Les Pearson reports:

THERE are two schools of renovators out there; the flat-stick, foot-to-the-floor workers and the patient, steady cruisers, who inch their way to the final goal. Part-time Stockport resident, Ken Symons is the latter, slowly but surely revamping the town’s train station into his future retirement property. Ken bought the station, built in 1898, from the rail department about 10 years ago as a weekend hobby. He has been a big investor in the real estate market in past years but the station is his main passion, the final picture etched into his mind as he gradually restores what was once a boarded up, abandoned building, into his dream home. “This is my weekender, whereas the others have been houses for investment or tenanting,” Ken said. With a background in engineering and currently working semiretired with a home maintenance company, Ken hopes he can stay true to the heritage look of the station, while furnishing it inside with some modern comforts. He first spotted the building after visiting a friend of a friend in Rhynie. “That got me interested in the country,” he said. “Coming back, we saw the church, then we went to the railways and asked if they had anything.” The station is a genuine throwback to a bygone era.

STOCKPORT railway station, with owner Ken Symons and his Airdale, Meddoc, ready for another day’s work.

Not just a TV show, it’s happening on our doorstep “Just the character, when you step back and look at it,” Ken said. “It’s absolutely solid, there’s only a bit of weathering on the stonework.” On first look, the station was completely derelict, the windows were smashed, doors were missing and it was boarded up with corrugated iron. Vandals had also put graffiti all over the walls and ripped up and burnt the floorboards. Vandalism is one of the many changes he faces, with break-ins almost a regular occurrence, although there is nothing of value inside. There have been several setbacks over the years, despite Ken install-

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ing some protective bars over the windows. “It doesn’t stop them breaking the windows though,” he said. The floods in December also swept through his shed but the water only got half way up the platform. There are many other hurdles to overcome on the renovation journey. “Getting the parts is difficult,” Ken explained. “It’s not a puzzle now, it’s just finding the time to do the work, and the spare cash.” Snake sightings are also common. “Last year, I caught about 12,” Ken said.

“You’ve just got to watch it, that’s all.” He pays close attention to the detail of similar stations in the area. Ken said there are about six stations around, all exactly the same as Stockport, which helps him piece together the historic look of the building. He leaves nothing to luck or guesswork, knowing exactly what each room was used for and has a vivid picture of what the end product will look like. Ken is also a keen traveller, spending time in a number of countries over the years, taking particular inspiration from France. When not travelling or working,

he spends his spare time on his hobby home. “I do intend to retire up here and live permanently,” Ken said. Owning a train station may be a dream for many who are young at heart but for Ken, it’s all about the challenge. “I did own a Hornby Dublo train set but I’m not a train buff in any sense,” he laughed. “I just saw the potential to make this a weekender. It’s been great.” The finished product is still many man-hours away but if current progress is anything to go by, Ken’s train station is right on track to become a feature building of the region in years to come.

n ELECTORAL BOUNDARIES REVIEW TARGETS SOUTHERN ZONE:

Changes tipped for Wakefield SEVERAL towns and localities will be shifted in and out of the Federal Wakefield electorate if the Redistribution Committee’s proposed changes to federal electoral boundaries, are carried. The Redistribution Committee proposes in its recently released report to transfer the suburbs of Burton, Direk, Salisbury North and Waterloo Corner from Wakefield to the Division of Port Adelaide electorate. In addition, the committee suggested Wakefield gain the suburbs of Buckland Park, St Kilda and Waterloo Corner from the Division of Port Adelaide. Wakefield is held by Labor MP, Nick Champion.

“In the committee’s opinion, as a large portion of this area contains market gardens and mangroves, its communities of interest could be considered more aligned with the predominately rural nature of Wakefield than the more urban-focussed Port Adelaide,” the report noted. Finally, the township of Lyndoch and the locality of Sandy Creek will be transferred from the Division of Barker to Wakefield, along with part of the locality of Williamstown, from the Division of Mayo. “The transfer of Williamstown and Lyndoch in the Barossa unites both these southern Barossa area towns, which are close in proximity and have a

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strong commuter link with the town of Gawler in the Division of Wakefield,” the report concluded. Committee chair, Ed Killesteyn, said it was required by legislation to redraw the boundaries to ensure the number of electors in each of the state’s 11 divisions did not vary by more than 3.5 per cent above or below the state’s average enrolment of 104,752 electors as of January 2015. Mr Killesteyn said the committee was faced with a situation where six of the 11 divisions fell outside the acceptable 3.5 per cent range. As a result, the status quo could not be maintained. “Considered in isolation, Wakefield

does not have to change,” the committee report said. “But three of the five divisions bordering Wakefield require adjustment in order to comply with the numerical criteria.” These electorates include Port Adelaide and Barker, which need to lose electors; and Makin, which needs to gain electors. The redistribution process started on January 12, because seven years had elapsed since South Australia was last distributed into electoral divisions. Full details of the Redistribution Committee’s proposal, including maps, are available on the AEC website (www.aec.gov.au).

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Literacy focus for high schools It’s back to basics for Balaklava High students and staff, as the school kicked off a literacy program this week. Literacy Co-ordinator at Balaklava High School, Sonia Pringle, is looking forward to seeing what will come out of it. “It’s really exciting, we had an inspiring and experienced guest speaker, Steven Graham, who came from interstate to work with us,” Sonia said. On Tuesday, Mr Graham met with staff from BHS and Riverton and District High to offer basic training. “Over the last two years, we have focused on improving not only student literacy, but our own,” Sonia said. Mr Graham then met with BHS and RDHS students for several literacy training workshops. Tuesday night saw parents attend a session which discussed supporting adolescence and literacy. Today, more workshops will be held with the students. n EDUCATION FEATURE, Pages 13–15

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AS work starts on the new Hamley Bridge Bowling Club roof, it’s all smiles from Southern ward councillor, Barry Smith, WRC acting CEO, Geoff Sheridan, community servcies officer, David Woodroofe, club president, Natalie Fyfe, and WRC mayor, James Maitland.

Funds ‘raise the roof’ for Hamley bowlers

Hamley Bridge Bowling Club started the project of re-roofing its building last Thursday, August 11, as part of the two grants received from both the State government and Wakefield Regional Council (WRC). The club received $5000 from the latest round of the State government’s Active Club Program, which was designed to benefit regional and metropolitan organisations representing a wide range of recreation and sporting activities. Hamley Bridge Bowling Club presi-

dent, Natalie Fyfe, was thrilled to receive the funding. “We’ve applied for the same grant twice already, so it was great to finally be accepted,” Natalie said. Funding was also received form WRC as part of its annual Sport and Recreation Facilities Grant program. All sporting clubs throughout the council area can apply for council to assist in a project. The club received $5,881 from WRC, which was half of the cost of the

project. WRC Officer, David Woodroofe said the club was well-deserving of the funding. “The roof is very old, causing many problems, so the new roof will be of great benefit to the club and the community who use the facility,” David said. With a new roof, the club wants to continue with the upgrades. “We want to keep the greens and the building as tip top as we can by continuing to upgrade our facilities,” Natalie said.

60th wedding anniversary – Mallala’s Ron and Maureen Tucker (seated) have celebrated

their 60th wedding anniversary. They were married in Mallala Methodist Church on August 10,1951. They enjoyed a luncheon at the Lyndoch Hotel recently with all their original wedding party in attendance! The group consisted of Don Roberts, Gwenda Tucker (now Griffiths), June Griffiths (now Mahoney), Fay Griffiths (now Dunstan) and John Griffiths. Their children Jill Phillips (Kapunda), Bronwyn Fitzgerald (Cummins) and Greg Tucker (Mallala) were among the guests, along with seven of their eight grandchildren. They are also very proud great-grandparents of two young boys, children of Shawn and Hayley Fitzgerald, of Cummins.

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Coal discovered at ‘Lochiel North’ •From Page 1 SCH chief executive officer, Wayne Rossiter, said the company’s objective is to commercialise coal deposits currently owned and to apply this technology to other projects where the K-Fuel process has the capacity to create a new value added export product to cater to the growing energy demands of the Asia Pacific region.

The companies both point out the drill hole lies within six kilometres of the standard gauge railway line from Adelaide to Darwin and Perth, via Port Pirie. WPG is building a bulk commodities export facility at Port Pirie, which is 65 kilometres north of Lochiel North. The main objective of the drilling program was to obtain samples for testing at Evergreen’s

facility in Gillette, Wyoming. “The samples have been sent to the United States and it is anticipated that results will be available during the current quarter,” Mr Rossiter said. The Lochiel North deposit has been extensively drilled in the past to test its potential to replace coal currently mined at Leigh Creek and used in the Port Augusta power stations.

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Brinkworth The RSL Vietnam Veterans’ Day service will be held tomorrow at 11am in the RSL clubrooms, commemorating the Battle of Long Tan which took place on August 18, 1966. The battle was fought between the Australian Army and Viet Cong forces in a rubber plantation near the village of Long Tan, about 27 km north east of Vung Tau, South Vietnam. The action occurred when D Company of the 6th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment (6RAR), encountered the Viet Cong. During the battle the company from 6RAR, despite being heavily outnumbered, fought off a large enemy assault of regimental strength. 18 Australians were killed and 24 wounded, while at least 245 Viet Cong were killed. The battle has since achieved similar symbolic significance for the Australian military in the Vietnam War as battles such as Gallipoli in the First World War, the Kokoda Track campaign for the Second World War and the Battle of Kapyong in Korea. Whilst commemorating the Battle of Long Tan, tomorrow also is observed as Vietnam Veterans’ Day. 501 Australians died in Vietnam, 62 from South Australia. two wells Two Wells RSL members again will journey to a Long Tan and Veterans’Day service at 11am tomorrow at Henderson reserve, Montague Farm, where Salisbury Council named local roads after fallen SA Vietnam heroes. Two Wells RSL club stalwart, Tony Flaherty, said many RSL clubs attended this service because of the significance of the names surrounding the memorial in the park area. “It’s quite moving to drive through the area and see names of mates who paid the ultimate sacrifice,” Tony said. Brinkworth

Welcome park visit

Nineteen members of the Brinkworth Australian Plant Society were lucky enough to visit the Bimbowrie Conservation Park recently, camping there for five days. Situated about 40kms north of Olary, the park is not yet open to the public because of its geological and mining background, so this was a rare treat for the members. The members were given the opportunity in return for making plant lists in several areas of the park. The group enjoyed the campout whilst contributing to the identification of plants at Bimbowrie and were taught lots more about botany and geology. Snowtown SA Ambulance Snowtown has received a new ambulance, replacing the one used since 2007. The striking new yellow and green ambulance has improved technology, more access lockers and room to move • Organisers of the community swimming pool will offer CPR lessons at the ambulance station, starting September 5 at 7.30pm. Cost is $30. Places are limited. Book at Snowtown Area School.

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Blyth CWA held itsAGM recently with executive positions remaining the same and Effie Williams in charge as president. The group recently celebrated its 48th birthday, sharing a lunch with neighbouring CWA branches and community friends. The group meets every third Tuesday in Blyth supper room, with new members very welcome. Kapunda The Community Gallery has an exhibition titled ‘Flashback Image’ running until September 4. Artists have accepted the challenge of capturing an evocative moment from their life of the world around them. Gallery is open daily from 10am-2pm. Owen Don’t forget the Boot Sale and Market on Sunday, from 2-5.30pm. $5 to sell from your car boot plus more than 30 other stalls selling household goods, plants, jewellery, produce and much more! HAMLEY BRIDGE

Presidential proof! Ed celebrates – Well-known local, Ed Dennison, celebrated his 95th birthday recently at a small family party in Balaklava. He is pictured with his four daughters, from left: Christobel Bennett, Valerie Veitch, Judith Jeffery and Rosemary Drabsch.

It’s been c-c-cold – but I like it! Have you felt the cold lately? But then again, it is winter and where would we be without seasons? Cosy fires, hot tasty soup, ugg boots, thick socks, warm coats and beanies, and snuggling into bed with flannelette sheets and a warm quilt – winter is definitely here! Some people prefer the tropics and love hot weather, but for me the change of seasons are a welcome difference. Every year we say, at our house, we’ll make sure the wood pile is ready well before winter sets in, but it often doesn’t happen. We were a bit more organised this year, but the wood still disappears at an alarming rate – maybe that’s because we have the wood fire going all day? It does take the chill from our old stone home by having it going all day. But I know people who have gas fires or oil heaters who also go through the gas or oil quickly. And it’s not cheap either. But then at least we have a roof over our heads. We can all complain, but we need rain and cold weather. It doesn’t matter how much you water a plant,

it looks miles better after the natural rain. We need to feel like we’ve had a season called winter before we have a season called spring! Then when that comes, we’ll have hay fever, a stinking hot day in October with strong winds, snakes out of hibernation, hay cutting and Christmas looming. So get outside, play or walk in the mud, plant some trees (I have 500 waiting), take a brisk walk around the block or the Lions Trail, and go home to the roaring fire and a hot meal. Yes, I like winter – do you?

WE HEARD! n ONE hard worker from the Eisteddfod missed an accolade in our Page 1 report on the big music event the weekend before last. This was Lenice Cox, who somehow became Glenys Cocks in our report. Those who know Lenice would be aware she would never complain about the error – but she deserves our apology. Also deserv-

Some readers might not have believed my story last week about Hamley’s Newton and Sue Lines meeting with the US President – but I’ve seen proof! Asked to pack their Sunday best but not told why, the Lines’ had no idea they would meet President Obama on their recent trip to the USA. They had a tour of both the East and West Wings of the Whitehouse, and saw the man who ‘arranged’ Bin Laden’s demise. But due to official Whitehouse disclaimers, the photos cannot be copied, so if you are ever at Hamley, ask Sue to see “The Album”! Riverton A quiz night will be held at the Anglican Church Hall on Friday starting at 7.30pm. $5 entry and BYO nibbles and drinks for a fun night! Riverton Community Library is one of 400 host sites for the SCINEMA Festival of Science Travelling Film Festival. Entry is free and films will be shown during library opening hours from August 13-23. Drop into the library for a brochure. District News

Fight against litter

Keep Australia Beautiful will this year focus on the far-reaching consequences litter can have on Australia’s waterways and wildlife. A number of educational activities will take place. ing a mention is Tina Coles, the hard-working secretary/treasurer and publicity officers Jenny Rowland and Pam Uppill. And what about that other Eisteddfod stalwart, Di Spence, who was stranded in her hospital bed battling an infection from a recent knee operation? It didn’t stop Di getting constant up dates all day by text messages from her students as they completed events! Break a leg, Di!

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Sporting clubs warned POLICE are warning residents to keep on the lookout for suspicious behaviour near local sporting clubs and licensed premises after several incidents were reported last week. Yorke Peninsula police are investigating serious criminal trespasses that occurred on a licensed premise in Edithburgh as well as sporting clubs in Warooka recently. Members of the public are asked to keep a look out for suspicious vehicles or people in their communities and report these to local police or the police attendance line on 131 444 when they are seen. CLARE A 26-year-old Clare man was arrested for an alleged assault on Saturday, August 13. He was granted bail and will appear in Court at a later date. BRINKWORTH Police arrested a man from Munno Para for allegedly committing assault that caused harm on Friday, August 12. He was granted police bail and will appear at Kadina Magistrates Court at a later date.

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RIVERTON’S community held a meeting on Monday to discuss the town’s Tour Down Under stage in 2012. The meeting, which was Riverton’s first to discuss next year’s event through the town, involved forming a subcommittee, along with event planning and preparations. The Tour Down under Stage 1, held on Tuesday January 17, will start at Prospect and finish at Clare. Along with Riverton, it will also travel through Gawler, Freeling, Kapunda, Tarlee, Saddleworth and Auburn on the same day. Next year will be the second time Riverton has hosted the Tour Down Under Jayco Sprint, which will take place on the main street about 1.48pm. The committee will also continue to plan how they will decorate the street for the ‘Best Dressed Town’ award, which Auburn won last year. Meetings in Clare will be held monthly as the event draws nearer.

Minister for Sport and Recreation,Tom Kenyon, will head a discussion on sport and recreation funding for organisations within the Light Electorate next Monday night, August 22. Mr Kenyon is attending the round table at the invitation of local Member of Parliament, Tony Piccolo. Sporting and Recreation groups within the electorate have been invited to attend the discussion to be held in the upstairs function room of Cafe Nova in Murray Street, Gawler, at 7 pm. Mr Piccolo said the round table will give local sporting organisa-

tions an opportunity to express any concerns they might have about current sports policy and in particular, the grants process. “ It is timely to have the discussion this coming week as one of the major sports grant programs opens this Saturday,” he said. “The Minister will be able to advise local groups of current State government policy and receive feedback about how local organisations are travelling.” Mr Piccolo stressed if any local sporting or recreation organisation did not receive an invitation to the meeting they should contact his office on 8522 2878.

“ The meeting will help local groups to get the information they need to put their best foot forward when it comes to applying for grants,” said Mr Piccolo. • Earlier this month Mr Piccolo hosted Russell Wortley, recently appointed Minister for State/Local Government Relations, at a discussion with key representatives from local councils in the area. Mr Wortley met with mayors and CEOs from Light Regional Council, City of Playford and the Town of Gawler. Councils were keen to discuss various community proposals with the Minister.

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gested a Mother’s Union branch be formed at Balaklava and a service was held on Lady Day, March 25, but it wasn’t until 1911 that a branch was formed on August 3. In April 1948, the Union sent one penny each month towards a silver wedding present for Queen Elizabeth. “Altogether one shilling was donated towards the gift,” Marlene said. The Members Union also helped out with those less fortunate. “Old rags were sold to raise money for the

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Walkerville Boys’ Home and parcels were also sent to St. Mary’s Mission of Hope,” she said. During the 1950s Balaklava was in the Diocese of Adelaide and members travelled to St. Peter’s Cathedral for special days. In 1967 Balaklava became part of the Diocese of Willochra and the Clare area, which consisted of branches at Auburn, Hamley Bridge, Clare, Burra and Balaklava. Over the years, three members from Balaklava, Gladys Connell, Wyn Parish and Marlene Long, have been presidents of the area. Current Balaklava president is Karen Belling. In 1978 it was decided to form a link branch within the Adelaide Diocese and Gawler Union. “We still have happy times together as linked branches,” Marlene said. Links within the Willochran Diocese have been Jamestown, Whyalla, Port Pirie, Peterborough, Maitland and Crystal Brook. A “cradle roll” began in 1983. Over the years the number of members is sadly decreasing, but local members still visit the local hospital and Mill Court on a regular basis.

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NEWS v District

Community support proves twice as nice

THAT’S team work – Skate Park supporters join Balaklava Lions club members (from left) rear, Peter Rohrlach,Chris Allen, Jeff Hennig, Gavin Page, Darren Scholz, Dawson Page, Lions members Kevin Bubner, David Lamond, Geoff Dawson, Kossie Chegwyn, Maurice Tiller, Graham Ackland, Gary Tezacker and Warren Durdin. Front: Luke Pringle, with Shelley, Brogan Page, with Ben, Ethan Allen holding Max Pedler and Todd Scholz. n BALAKLAVA Lions Club asked for some help cleaning up an area opposite Balaklava hospital – and help is what they received! Lions president, Warren Durdin, used the Plains

Producer last week to make an appeal for numbers to pick up debris to allow the area to be mowed. It also was to be a show of support for Balaklava Skate Park, due to be built soon,

with its supporters joining Lions Club members last Sunday morning. A group of about 22 people scurried around in the morning sunshine and before long trailer loads of branches

and stones had been collected. “It was a great turn-out,” said Warren, “Thanks to all who attended. It showed people will support community projects. Let’s see more of it!”

Councils wait on flood cash COUNCILS across the region affected by flood and storm damage during the December 2010 to February 2011 period are still waiting for the State government to make a decision on whether or not their claims to the Local Government Disaster fund will be approved. The issue was discussed at the Central Local Government Regional (CLGR) annual general meeting on Friday. Newly re-elected CLGR chair, James Maitland, explained Wakefield Regional Council was one of the lucky ones in the situation, spared any major damage to district roads and infrastructure. He said no roads were closed for too long in the district, although some road maintenance projects were taken off the works roster for the year to accommodate flood repairs. “Our flood damage was minimal

in comparison to other areas,” Mr Maitland said. Such areas include the Regional Council of Goyder, which sustained around $10 million damage to roads in the summer period. The damage bill amounts to more than 300 per cent of the Goyder council’s general rate revenue. Peterborough Council also lodged a claim for about $3 million and Orroroo Carrieton Council sustained damage of just under $1 million. Mr Maitland said there has been a frustrating wait for funding and some inequities between damage bill assessments. “There was one claim lodged and a company did the assessment on it.

Les Pearson reports: That company is now being employed by the disaster fund and have dropped their assessment of the damage by 50 per cent,” Mr Maitland claimed. “That seems a bit strange.” Disaster fund guidelines, with initial claims of around $1.5 million for damage across the Flinders Ranges, Northern Areas and Barossa districts, also were dismissed as ineligible. The CLGR wrote to the Local Government Minister in March advising the extent of flood damage in the region and again in July, seeking a meeting with the Minister and assurances of financial assistance to affected councils, consistent with their agreement, under COAG. A response is yet to be received. Mr Maitland said the group was

prepared to play hard ball if funding needs were not soon met. “The likelihood is they will be but they’re all hanging out there, wondering what they are going to get and when,” he said. The CLGR has since written to Independent Senator, Nick Xenophon. “It was a matter of getting him briefed on what the story was, so if we needed to go public or political, he would be useful in that process,” Mr Maitland explained. Time is especially of the essence. “I presume in some areas there are roads still closed because they are unsafe,” Mr Maitland said. “It’s only three months or so and harvest will be starting and those roads have got to be opened.” • MEANTIME, Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council (CGVC), one of the hardest hit by the summer storms, has finalised a priority works list

to submit to the Local Government Disaster Fund. CGVC chief executive officer, Roy Blight, said it would help council access its first dose of State government disaster funding since an initial $250,000 injection in December last year. The State government budgeted for $3 million to go towards the damage bill in its 2011/2012 Budget. “My understanding is the money is there and is available,” Mr Blight said. “The priority list is mainly roads in the southern part of the district, which were most severely affected by the floods and the storms. Work has already begun on priority-listed items, digging into council’s coffers. “Because these works are pressing and we’ve got the commitment of funding, we’ve started the ball rolling,” Mr Blight explained.

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Library funding opens a new chapter LOCAL Libraries have been guaranteed funding for the next 10 years after Arts Minister, John Hill, and Local Government Association president, Mayor Kym McHugh, signed an agreement last week. The agreement secured more than $185 million in state funding for public libraries, with local councils expected to invest about $570 million over the same period. Minister Hill welcomed the funding arrangement. “South Australia will continue to have the highest per capita state funding to councils for libraries,” he said. “A key element of the agreement is investment in technology, including the development of the One Library Management System, which over the next three years, will connect all of the state’s 134 public libraries. “Libraries continue to evolve in their central role as a community hub, through traditional lending of books and materials, providing a public gateway to the internet and through their important literacy work with pre-schoolers.” Mr McHugh was also pleased to sign the agreement. “Communities love their libraries and they’re still the most visited public buildings in the nation,” he announced. “While other states work hand to mouth on an annual cycle, we’ve been able to plan reforms, such as the One Library Management System, because of our five-year agreements. “The new 10 year agreement gives us all a long-term view which will generate even more innovations and customer benefits.”

WRC Western ward councillor John Kipling shows the new name ... Augusta Highway.

Highway One gets a change of name THE stretch of National Highway One, between Port Wakefield and Port Augusta, will be officially renamed as Augusta Highway. It was renamed as part of the State government’s rural property addressing process. The Commissioner of Highways has approved a number of road name changes across the state. The changes form part of the Department for Transport, Energy and Infrastructure (DTEI) rollout of a standard rural property addressing system across the state, requiring every road to have an official name. Western Ward councillors for Wakefield Regional Council, John Kipling and Darryl Pain, were both content to have the highway renamed. “As long as tourists know where they’re going,

Les Pearson reports: it shouldn’t be too much of a significant change,” Cr Pain said. As an ambulance officer, Cr Pain said he regularly hears the stretch of road called many different names, including Princes Highway and Snowtown road. Funnily enough, Cr Kipling, who owns a bakery on the highway in Port Wakefield, also recently came across the Snowtown reference when he looked at the official address of his shop, Lot 10, Snowtown road. “I don’t know where or when Snowtown road came in,” he said.

“As a youngster, I always thought it was Highway One.” Cr Kipling was also satisfied with the name change. “I don’t think the name change was necessary, however, it is more appropriate,” he said. “I don’t think people will be too upset, it won’t affect anyone.” Another recent name change approval included the new Horrocks Highway – the road formerly called Main North Road, from Gawler to Wilmington (via Clare) and the Wilmington to Quorn road. All local councils along the route have agreed to this new name in accordance with a longstanding submission from the Mount Horrocks Historical Society.

Final family goodbye for ‘Uncle Les’ Reid WORLD War I soldier, Maurice Leslie Reid, or “Uncle Les” as he was known, can finally rest in peace as the local Reid family marks his gravestone with personal words of peace. Uncle Les, who was identified through family DNA, was finally put to rest at the Australian war cemetery in Fromelles, France this year. The family recently was asked to provide some words to be inscribed on his grave. They

provided: “Lost but now am found, Beloved son of John and Elizabeth, Loved by all his family, Now peacefully at rest.” His niece and family spokesperson, Gwen Hammer (nee Reid), said the family was relieved they had closure after many years facing the fact they might never find his body. Uncle Les first said goodbye to his family in August 1915 as he left Woods, near Owen, to

= OBITUARY Iris Raggatt (nee Angel) Iris Raggatt (nee Angel), a former resident of Avon, passed away in Melbourne on July 23 at the Wilani Nursing home, aged 96 years. Iris Angel was born to Olive and Charles Angel, of Avon, on August 23, 1914, and was fifth of seven children. Iris had four older sisters, Dulcie, Joyce, Elsie and Pearl, along with younger sister Leila and brother Reece. Iris had a happy childhood and her family remained close-knit. Iris attended the local primary IRIS Raggatt was a great pianist.

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fight in World War 1. He was amongst about 191 Diggers buried in a mass grave after the battle at Fromelles on July 19, 1916. They had been buried respectfully by the Germans. Australia lost more than 5,500 men killed, wounded or captured in the bloody conflict. The grave was uncovered in 2008 but Maurice Leslie Reid was not identified by Australian War Memorial researchers until April this year.

Iris a legend of Avon school at Avon, and after leaving school at the age of 12, Iris helped her parents in the Avon store and telephone exchange which they purchased in 1923. Iris was an excellent tennis player and won many tournaments. She was also a natural pianist and played by ear from the age of four. Although unable to read music, Iris played in dance bands at nearby town halls, as well as barn dances, parties and special occasions. Iris first met Frank Raggatt at a ball in Balaklava where they

danced the night away, and by the end they had ‘fallen in love’. Frank moved from Adelaide to Melbourne to work, and in 1938, aged 24 years, Iris and her friend and cousin, Kath McArdle followed. Iris and Frank quietly married on July 9, 1938 at Christ Church, South Yarra. In the next few years, three children were born to Iris and Frank, Daryl, Peggy and Fay. In the early 1950’s the family moved to Morwell, in the Gippsland where Frank was employed.

By the late 1960’s, Iris and Frank moved back to Melbourne. It was here that Iris was introduced to lawn bowls and she quickly showed her sporting skills on the green. In early 1980, they moved to Ferntree Gully, where Frank was appointed as a marriage celebrant. On July 10, 1988, Iris and Frank celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary. Frank passed away on February 14, 2002. Iris is survived by her three children Daryl, Peggy and Fay, and her ten grandchildren and 13 great grand children.

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What’s on the lunch menu? nus!

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IT’S a big munch on a pie for the person above, who shall remain anonymous ... while Balaklava footballer Sam Rowland tries a Saturday “special” - hot chips.

Our survey reveals surprising local habits

hat shall we have for lunch today? It’s the mantra of parents and school students wrestling with the daily decision of what to put in the lunchbox. Packing a healthy lunch for your children is a good way to start to promote healthy eating and good nutrition. School canteens have implemented healthy eating policies over the past couple of years, and with the push from the government about rising obesity levels, increased heart disease, high cholesterol, diabetes, and everything else, I started to wonder about our diets after we leave school and start work. One of my children was on work experience recently, and had a great time going ‘down the street for an iced coffee or a coke’ at various times during the day. He took a packed lunch every day and a one litre water bottle, but did enjoy the novelty of being able to buy treats during the day with his ‘work mates’. This made me start thinking about who I see every day going to buy lunch Or on the odd occasion I’ve been out to lunch or coffee, I’ve noticed ‘regulars’ buying a sandwich or roll every time I’m there. When I eat out it’s a treat, and it’s usually food I either don’t or won’t make at home. Accustomed to packing lunches nearly every day, and a sandwich is so easy to make, I begrudge buying a sandwich! And what many country folk take for granted, is the fact if you live and work in a town you can whizz home for lunch. Not many city folk can do that. For an interesting little exercise in eating trivia, I decided to survey some of our local ‘workers’ and see why, what and when they buy ‘smoko’ or lunch! I won’t name names as the workers wouldn’t want to have their eating habits hung out for all to see, but here’s a snapshot of the survey: One ‘gourmet’ man, being the exception not the rule, snacks all day,

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mostly on dry biscuits and the flavoured tins of tuna. Due to the nature of his work, he’s usually not near any shops in business hours, so he packs his own food and drinks. A labourer working in a town, advised he has a sausage roll for morning tea, and changes his lunch food, usually weekly. At the minute, chips and gravy is the go, but last week was ravioli! He thinks next week he’ll change to salad rolls. Another office worker has hot coffee and a bun for morning tea, followed by a salad sandwich for lunch. But on Tuesdays he and his mates have hot chips, ribs and roast vegetables, and a pub lunch on Fridays.

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... shops in the town are close to their workplaces and are very convenient, plus there are lots of choices. Well done local shoppies!

But they often have leftovers for lunch on other days. Other office workers regularly buy takeaway coffees and lunches made up by local businesses. Most orders consist of salad rolls/wraps or salad bowls. Even soup is taken away. The average cost of a purchase of a cappuccino, sausage roll, salad roll, cup of soup, a bun, chocolate bar and iced coffee, comes to about $25 per day. Cost per week could total $125, so you can see where your pay goes. Remember that’s not what all people buy all day every day, but in some cases it comes close. And it doesn’t include breakfast or dinner! Maybe, just for one week, we can all try to add up exactly what we spend on snacks and lunch. The common answer from these workers about why they buy, not pack, was that either they can’t be bothered making it or have no time to make it. They also said the shops in the town

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are close to their workplaces and are very convenient, plus there are lots of choices. Well done local shoppies! There is nothing nicer than the smell of hot pastries and chips wafting out of shops, or the taste of thick chocolate on a donut washed down with a hot cappuccino, but are we doing it too often? Most workplaces have a microwave that could zap home-made leftovers or soup and a kettle to make a tea or coffee. Or there’s rainwater to drink, along with the fruits in season to eat. The traditional Saturday at the footy and netty can also be a big financial day for everyone, singles and families. The average

cost for a family of four for admission and lunch is around $52. By my calculations, if the family stays for tea, the total cost increases to more than $120, and that’s including only a couple of alcoholic drinks. The up-side to a day at country footy anywhere around the Adelaide Plains – or Australia for that matter – is it is a family and social outing, and if you choose to sit in the car and beep the horn when a goal is kicked or sleep after having lunch, then you can. You can sit in the grandstand for a bird’s eye view, or stand under ‘the verandah of knowledge’ and barrack for your team. For a whole day out complete with entertainment, on average it’s fairly cheap. Meanwhile, I hope everyone is still having ‘2 and 5’ - two fruit and five vegetables. The main thing is to have a balanced diet (that would not mean a pie in one hand and a beer in the other) and to have a more even mix of home-made and bought ‘treats’, better not only for your health but your hip pocket!

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LOCAL v Living

The way We were

How do your table manners measure up?

YEARS AGO August 2006

• Balaklava Mill Court CEO, Peter Bradley, announced his retirement, saying he simply needed more time with his family.

YEARS AGO August 2001

• Former Balaklava Primary School student, Logan McDermott brought home gold after his Under 12’s football team won a SAPSASA competition in Albury.

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• Aug 20: Auction Night, Balaklava Golf Club; Salt of the Earth Country Market, Port Wakefield; Mallala Community Markets. • Aug 21: Owen’s Boot Sale and Market, Owen Hall and surrounds. • Aug 24: Adelaide Plains Basketball AGM. • Sep 3 & 17: Salt of the Earth Country Market, Port Wakefield. • Oct 1 & 15: Salt of the Earth Country Market, Port Wakefield. • Oct 15: Long Plains Country Music Puzzle 37 (Easy, difficulty rating 0.33) Night. 9 7 4 3 2 6 1 5 8 • Oct 9: Lions Auction. 8 2 5 7 1 9 4 6 3 • Nov 5 & 19: Salt of 1 the 6 3Earth 5 4Country 8 7 2 9 Market, Port Wakefield. 4 5 7 6 8 2 9 3 1 • Nov 4: Blyth paper6 drive. 3 1 9 7 4 5 8 2 • Nov 5: Balaklava, Owen, 2 9 8 Mallala, 1 5 3 Port 6 4 7 Wakefield paper drive. 3 4 6 2 9 7 8 1 5 • Dec 16: Balaklava5Christmas 8 9 4 Pageant. 3 1 2 7 6 8

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LAST week, I briefly touched on hit songs born out of tragedy. For all those playing at home, there was a quick mention of the history behind the Don McLean classic, American Pie, based around the plane crash, which killed Buddy Holly, The Big Bopper and Ritchie Valens, thus the line “the day the music died.” McLean has notoriously remained extremely vague about the meaning of the song’s cryptic lyrics. In fact, when asked what “American Pie” meant in the song, McLean quipped; “It means I never have to work again”. Later, he more seriously stated; “sorry to leave you all on your own like this but long ago I realised that songwriters should make their statements and move on, maintaining a

dignified silence.” Awful events have long inspired some legendary songs. “Green, Green, Grass of Home” was a hit for Tom Jones in 1966, although not originally penned by the crooner. The ballad depicts the dream of a prisoner on death row, facing imminent execution. Throughout the early verses, he describing getting off a train, seeing his family and his beloved, Mary, with “hair of gold and lips like cherries.” Towards the end he awakens in prison. Morbid hey? High-pitched pop trio, The Bee Gees, released “New York Mining Disaster 1941” in 1967. The song was inspired by the 1966 Aberfan mining disaster in Wales. The lyrics, describe a man talking to a fellow miner, “Mr Jones”, as the men are trapped underground.

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As the song continues, it slows down, having the effect the men are running out of oxygen as they await rescuing. Everyone knows the Boomtown Rats classic, “I Don’t Like Mondays”, written by Bob Geldof. The song is based on the shooting spree of 16-year-old Brenda Ann Spencer, who fired at children playing in a school playground at Cleveland Elementary School in San Diego, California in January 1979. She killed two adults and injured eight children and one police officer. Her full explanation for her actions was “I don’t like Mondays; this livens up the day.” There are plenty more out there, more than I can mention here. Perhaps I can touch on this again another time. Tune in next time, ‘coz I’m Mr Brightside.

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* Don’t suck or lick or smack your lips or eat with your mouth open, or take more than a comfortable amount into your mouth at a time. * Never whisper at the table. * Don’t say unpleasnat things at the table. * Wait until the hostess is ready before preparing to leave the table (unless you have an urgent engagement, and this can be explained in advance to the hostess; in which case you can make your excuses briefly anew and leave quietly). Still other polite observances might be mentioned; but some are too obvious and easily learned; others are not generally urgent but should be watched for and followed if others present are doing so. Observe your hostess and follow her lead.

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under your chin, nor lay it half folded in your lap. * Do not begin to eat the course until the hostess has done so. * The silver at your place, on both sides, is arranged in order in which it is to be used, beginning from the outermost piece. * In sipping up soup do so with the side of the spoon that is farthest from you. * Keep aware of the needs and desires of others at the table. * Pass things to them before they ask, if you can. * Don’t reach yourself, ask

Puzzle 40 (Easy, difficulty rating 0.38)

COMMUNITY

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someone to pass you whatever you need. * Wipe your lips each time before drinking from a glass. * Cut one mouthful of meat at a time and butter one piece of bread at a time. * Keep your silver on your plate after starting to use it. * After the dish is finished leave your knife and fork lying in a parallel position, close together across your plate. * Do not dip up beverages with a spoon, but sip them from the cup or glass; do not gulp them, do not drink them audibly in any way, nor cling to the glass or cup with your lips to the last drop. * Never use your tongue to clean your teeth or dislodge particles of food. Wait till you can clean them.

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• Allan Briscoe, formerly of Two Wells, left for England in pursuit of his lifetime dream to become a mechanic with a Formula One team.

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“Young Australia” began publication in July 1946, featuring short stories, information on hobbies, comics and profiles on the lives of great Australians. The first magazine included this item on table manners: At home, in the homes of other people, and in public places, wherever you partake of food, neatness, gracefulness and fastidiousness of manners are essential in order that you may not be offensive to others. * Make sure you are clean and neat, always wash your face and hands. * Be punctual. * Remain standing until all have arrived, and the hostess or mother or whoever is presiding, gives the signal for sitting. * Never tuck your table napkin

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

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UNITING Mallala....................... 9.00am Two Wells.................10.30am Owen Comm............. 9.30am Hamley Bridge......... 11.00am Windsor ..................... 9.00am Balaklava......................9.30am Pt Wakefield..............10.30am Lochiel....................... 10.00am Tarlee.......................... 9.15am

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

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Young driver campaign gets results The Motor Accident Commission’s (MAC) first campaign targeting young country drivers is showing signs of early success with promising results being recorded just two months since the campaign launch. The results demonstrate more young country drivers and their passengers are buckling up and less are speeding and drink driving. MAC general manager, Corporate Affairs, Ben Tuffnell, said the ’Matemorphosis’ campaign focused on a group of drivers who are ever too present in tragic road statistics. “With just 30 per cent of the State’s population living in the country, yet 60 per cent of fatalities occurring there, it was clear something had to be done,” Mr Tuffnell said. “Our extensive research included visits to 13 South Australian country towns, which exhibited higher than expected crash statistics, to interview young men on road safety attitudes . “We found there was a general reluctance

from young men to tell their mates what to do on the roads and there was almost an acceptance amongst country people of the resulting fatalities and serious injuries as just a part of country life,” Mr Tuffnell said. Some of the key results include: • Driver seatbelt non-use dropped from 17 per cent pre campaign to 8 per cent post campaign;. • Passenger seatbelt non-use dropped from 7 per cent to 2 per cent;

•Self-reported drink driving fell from 6 per cent pre campaign to just 1 per cent post campaign; •Speeding behaviour also fell from 64 per cent to 51per cent over the campaign period. The results also demonstrated more than half of all the young men who saw the campaign stopped their mates from breaking the road rules. “This is essentially what the campaign was designed to do. It is pleasing to see young

men ‘speaking up’ when their mates are doing something dangerous on the roads,” Mr Tuffnell said. “The results have also highlighted the relevance of the campaign to young men in the country and indeed the broader population. “The biggest hurdle to a campaign like this was always going to be finding a relevant and realistic way to approach the issue. “Feedback from the public, coupled with the research results, demonstrates we’re heading in the right direction,” Mr Tuffnell said. The ‘Matemorphosis’ campaign ran for the month of July and included advertising on television, radio, outdoor billboards and posters in hotels. MAC is also the major partner of the South Australian Community Football Club League (SACFL), and this year provided road safety education to 190 regional football clubs across the State.

n TWO WELLS TAGGERS BE WARNED:

Tougher graffiti penalties

Local graffiti offenders should take notice of the new penalties which were announced last week. The State government has introduced tough new graffiti laws which could see offenders having their licence suspended or have their L or P plates extended. Offenders may also be ordered to take part in graffiti clean-up programs and pay reasonable costs to a person who GRAFFITi in the Two Wells area is a removes the offender’s graffiti. Local areas have been the frequent problem. New penalties will apply.

initially will feed water to the race course and local school ovals and the Triangle. The site for a suggested wetlands at Moody Estate in Balaklava and other areas also were visited. The entry process this year allowed for individual commendation nominations, with Balaklava KESAB putting one nomination forward. Several other categories also were entered. Other towns in the areas also were visited. State judging will conclude in early September, with the awards ceremony on Wednesday, October 26. “The entries received are of a very high standard and it is great to see new community groups and schools entering,” said Alex.

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target for recent graffiti attacks, in particular Two Wells. Two Wells Senior Constable, Lance Grant, said these new laws were fair. “Anything that deters offenders makes a better community,” Mr grant said. District Council of Mallala CEO, Charles Mansueto, has also noticed graffiti is a frequent problem in the Two Wells area. “Council has seen an in-

KESAB tours our towns

Judging for more than 200 category entries in the 2011 KESAB Sustainable Communities awards is underway. Schools, businesses, towns, councils and community groups are among more than 200 entries received in the education and innovation, community engagement, water conservation, waste management, energy, and biodiversity categories. KESAB Sustainable Communities programs manager, Alex Hammett, was in Balaklava last Wednesday, touring the town with local KESAB co-ordinator Nancy Williams and BAC chairman, Terry Williams. The group inspected the new Balaklava CWMS site, which

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crease in graffiti across the district. “Some areas, in particular are the fence behind Tangarri Estate along the railway line, bowling club and the historic wells area,” Mr Mansueto said. With the tough laws soon to be introduced to Parliament, Mr Mansueto is confident they will have a positive result. “They provide a strong approach to managing graffiti which in general we would support. “It would hopefully act as a

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deterrent from such activities occurring in the first place, and if they do occur it provides authorities with the ability to take more appropriate action,” Mr Mansueto said. Other proposed amendments include creating a new aggravated offence for marking graffiti on cemeteries or places of worship or of religious significance, introducing a new offence of supplying a spray paint can to a minor and giving police powers to confiscate prescribed graffiti implements.

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PROOF Range commanding officer, Major Mike Hartas, (left) and Master Gunner, Phil Robertson, with the Leopard tank.

Leopard link to Proof Range

Port Wakefield Proof and Experimental Establishment has welcomed a unique piece of history, giving the area not one, but two Leopard tanks. Sitting proudly “guarding” the approaches to the Proof Range, about four kilometres along Bald Hill Beach Road, is the Germanbuilt Leopard 1 tank. Two Wells also proudly displays another of its kind, which was placed at the Two Wells War Memorial late last year. Leopard 1 tanks first arrived in Australia from Germany in 1976 when the army decided it needed a

replacement for its British Centurion Tanks which had served since 1952. During the life of the Leopard tank, ammunition for the105 millimetre guns was always improving – and this needed to be tested. This is where the Port Wakefield Proof Range began its relationship with the Leopard. Port Wakefield Proof Range Master Gunner, Phil Robertson, said all new ammunition systems were “proofed” before being released into service to ensure safety. The Proof Range supported the tank and its

ammunition requirements throughout its life. “When the Leopard replacement program was announced, it was thought fitting a Leopard 1 be gifted to the Range to provide a lasting reminder of the partnership,” Gnr Robertson said. The tank, which rests on a concrete slab, has been gutted and welded up, not to be entered again. It was operated by the 1st Armoured Regiment and was officially withdrawn from service in July 2007. Leopard tanks were never used in combat by Australian forces.

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Eyre Peninsula. Local falls of 30 to 50 mm are possible on the ranges and in the Lower South East. 5 to 15 mm is forecast for the remainder of the northern agricultural area and the far west coast, with up to 10 mm over the pastoral districts. The outlook for Sunday, Monday and Tuesday is for fine and warmer conditions as a ridge of high pressure directs northerly winds over the State. CENTRAL DISTRICT FORECAST Wednesday: Scattered showers with possible heavier falls about the ranges. Isolated thunderstorms and small hail, clearing later. Cool to cold with fresh to strong west to southwest winds, moderating during the evening. Thursday: Cool with scattered showers. Moderate to fresh southwest winds, easing late evening. Friday: Isolated showers. Cool to mild with moderating southerly winds. GULF WATERS FORECAST Wednesday: Winds: West to southwesterly 20 to 25 knots increasing to 20 to 30 knots during the afternoon. Isolated thunderstorms until evening. Seas: 1 to 2 metres increasing to 2 to 3 metres during the afternoon. Swell: Southwesterly 1 to 2 metres on southern Spencer Gulf increasing to 2 to 3 metres in the afternoon and evening. Thursday: Winds: West to southwesterly 20 to 30 knots decreasing to 15 to 25 knots during the afternoon.

Keep your lips from lizards LIZARDS and snakes are increasingly popular pets in Australia but keeping one can come with unexpected dangers according to reptile experts. Dr Brendan Carmel and Dr Robert Johnson talk about the hidden dangers of salmonella poisoning. “The dangers of Salmonellosis have been known for some time, but as the popularity of reptile ownership grows in Australia cases of severe poisoning have increased,” Dr Carmel said. “Salmonellosis from reptiles can cause serious illness in humans, with people who are infected developing diarrhoea and abdominal cramps. “The illness usually lasts from four to seven days and can lead to hospitalisation in severe cases.” “The key message that we need to get across is that reptiles are cute but they can be contaminated, and people need to take some fairly basic precautions to protect themselves,” Dr Carmel said. Fortunately the spread of Salmonella bacteria from reptiles can be easily prevented by following a few simple rules: Always wash hands after handling reptiles or cleaning their vivaria (living enclosure). Never eat, drink or smoke when handling reptiles or cleaning their vivaria. Waste water and faecal material should be disposed of in the toilet instead of the bath or kitchen sink. Children less than five years of age should avoid contact with reptiles and households with children less than one year of age should not own reptiles. Do not allow reptiles to roam in the kitchen, dining room, bathroom sinks and baths, to any area where humans bathe or any other area in which food is prepared. Do not kiss or share food with the reptile.

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South East district and into Victoria. Scattered showers will persist about central and eastern districts, with isolated showers persisting south of about Coober Pedy. Cool with fresh to strong south to southwest winds, gale force near southern coasts at first, gradually easing. On Friday a high will move south of the Bight. Isolated showers are expected over the west coast and southeast of about Port Lincoln to Leigh Creek. Possible early fog patches in the far west. Cool with moderate southerly winds, fresh in the east. On Saturday a high near Tasmania will direct a cool to mild south to southeast airstream over most of the State. Early morning fog patches. A weak trough combined with low level moisture may produce isolated light showers over central and eastern districts. Cumulative rainfall totals to midnight Saturday are expected to be 10 to 20 mm about the southern agricultural area increasing to 20 to 30 mm over the ranges, South East district and west coast of

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was “great news” the Australian government decided to support the creativity and talent of young people in the Barossa area – which includes the Adelaide Plains – through this funding. Mr Champion said “Muso Magic” was a unique opportunity to explore creative expression and group synergy through song writing and music production.

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ists are heavily booked, or else it is necessary to travel to Adelaide, which for many is cost-prohibitive. “It is obvious one of the ways the State government can immediately assist is by improving the Passenger Assisted Transport Scheme. “The reimbursement rates for travel and accommodation need to be increased to more realistic levels” said Ms Vincent. Copies of the report are available from SAFF.

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Health Consumers Alliance of SA, South Australian Council of Social Services (SACOSS), Health Consumers of Rural and Remote Australia Inc, and Uniting Care Wesley Port Pirie, using the facilities at SAFF. “From the calls taken, it has been highlighted there are concerns about the availability of country hospital services and access to specialists,” said Carol Vincent, Chief Executive of the South Australian Farmers Federation. “Either the visiting special-

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EarlieR this year, a rural medical phone-in was held to get an assessment of medical, cost and transport access issues faced by rural South Australians. The findings of the phonein have now been released, showing main concerns are accessing quality care and services, cost of transport and accommodation, and costs of medical services. The phone-in was conducted jointly by the SA Farmers’ Federation (SAFF) with the

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Connecting with their community

SNOWTOWN AREA SCHOOL

NEW Reception students who started this term at Snowtown Area School are Chloe Freebairn and Cohen Biddell

The parenting challenge BALAKLAVA COMM. CHILDREN’S CENTRE tives from the health sector to coordinate a strategy to support families of young children in their crucial role of influencing their child’s development. We would like to hear from you: When you were pregnant what services did you use? What services would you have found helpful? Now you are a parent, what services do you use and know of? What services are you missing out on? Is there anything else you believe would be helpful to you in your parenting role in supporting your child to be the best they can be? Please put your thoughts on paper and drop them into the Centre or you can contact us by mail –15 Scotland St, Balaklava 5461 or email at kindy. director@balaklavacc.sa.edu.au or child.care@balaklavacc.sa.edu.au

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Did you know in 2009 teachers across Australia were asked to answer 100 questions on each of the children who had just started school? These questions were designed to distinguish children who are developmentally ‘on track’ from those who may need extra support (developmentally ‘vulnerable’ or ‘at risk’). The Australian Early Development Index or ‘AEDI’ provides us with a picture of young children’s development and factors relevant to their learning and wellbeing in the Wakefield Regional Council area. It provides our community with information about how the young children living in our community are developing. The AEDI covers five domains of development: Physical health and wellbeing; Social competence; Emotional maturity; Language and cognitive skills; Communication and general knowledge. Balaklava Community Children’s Centre has started discussions with local council, schools and representa-

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Mallala Primary School children enjoy regular visits “next door” to Butler`s View community hospital and nursing home. Every Wednesday at 9:15 Dawn Ross, our Christian Pastoral Support Worker (CPSW) takes students from every year level (R-7) in turn to visit our elderly resident neighbours, which is enjoyed by all. Each week the children and the residents enjoy and partake in many varied activities such as the school choir, junior choir, skipping to music (jump rope for heart), board games and different art and craft activities. The children are so excited every Wednesday morning. They just can`t wait to visit their “friends next door.” All activities have a positive message for all, like “Be Kind To Animals” or “It is Cool To Be KIND”. The school receives much positive feedback from parents, grandparents and staff members regarding how much residents enjoy the company of the school children. And the children can`t wait until it’s their turn to again visit! Principal Carmine Cafasso says building bonds between the young and elderly instils great personal values in students. “It builds a fantastic sense of community – something which the school highly values,” he said. “At Mallala Primary we promote and expect all staff and students to understand and consider

Resident Ron Ferme with (from left) Lachlan O’leary, Riley Curnow, Ben O’leary, Ethan Castenelli

MALLALA primary our school’s wellbeing framework, commonly known as the ‘Circle of Courage’. “Involvement with Butler’s View is our way of connecting and giving to the community. “It addresses the generosity aspect of the Circle, confirming the belief that to give to others brings value to our lives.

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Snowtown Area School “Striving for excellence” At Snowtown Area School we offer: • A comprehensive R to 12 Curriculum • A focus on literacy improvement & raised expectations • Friendly staﬀ in a small school setting • VET and apprenticeship options • University pathways by face to face and distance education All students will use higher order literacy, critical thinking and problem solving skills amidst a culture of engagement and achievement in all curriculum areas

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Saddleworth Primary School

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‘Bullet’ targets teamwork, responsibility BALAKLAVA HIGH SCHOOL Balaklava High School is pedalling through the Australian International Pedal Prix. Three races are involved in the competition, including two, six hour events on the Adelaide Clipsal track, with the third at Murray Bridge at Sturt Reserve. Having completed the second race on July 31, the crew, riding the racy red ‘Little Balak Bullet’, finished 71st out of 178. Teacher and organiser, Wally Radowicz, said the race was small in comparison to the upcoming final “The recent race was good preparation for the final on September 17-18, which will involve students riding 500 kilometres,” Wally said.

Students will enter two vehicles in the final race with 22 riders, along with support personnel, timers, marshals, mechanics, catering crew, parents and more. Around 246 cars have been entered into the race as a whole. Students and supporters built their cars from light, strong, race tube and quality parts. Wally said it was not likely the team would win the race or category, but they would be competitive. “Students are involved in training for months before at school, on weekends and the pre race camp. “The race is a great builder

of character, where the reliance on one another, teamwork, organisation, problem solving, belief in one’s ability and generally taking responsibility, are used to keep the vehicles going around the track for 24 continuous hours,” Wally said. Balaklava High School still needs help and donations with the upcoming final race. They require sponsors who can provide cash money, fuel for generators, milk products, bread and rolls, meat and small goods, fruit and vegetables, eggs, pasta products and tea and coffee. If you can help, contact the school on 88 620 600.

BPS student leaders (from left) Jacob Wehr, Jessica Heaslip, Tayla McBride and Kelsey Wedding

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

THE PEDAL Prix team (from left), rear Kristie Crafter, Tim Heslop, Trevor Crafter, Chris Prichard, Scott Clark, Kalhan Hinder. Front: Liam Clark, Kyle Hinder, Tenneal White, Cole Hinder and Amber Large

Building the future “If the current crop of student preferred events are the high jump taken he is representing the State leaders at Balaklava Primary and sprinting. Jacob thought lots in Canberra this week in cross School is anything to go by, then of friendly people and teachers country. Kelsey thought the school our future is in good hands,” says were a highlight. had friendly people and she had Balaklava Primary School princi“We have a good relationship good teachers who were preparing pal, David Hodge. with our teachers and my maths her for high school. Jessica Heaslip and Jacob Wehr and writing is improving’’ he said. “I am learning lots this year and as school captains and Kelsey “For example, we had to write enjoy writing and spelling,” she Wedding and Tayla McBride as a biography on famous people and said. “I wrote an autobiography vice captains live the school motto I chose David Unaipon which I and discovered some things about of “Believe Participate Succeed.” found interesting.” myself.” They not only get a Kelsey is a choir great deal out of school captain and represents BALAKLAVA PRIMARY SCHOOL the school in netball, they also contribute to it in a number of ways swimming, athletics “I like the interesting things (high jump) and softball. We cannot always build happening in my learning’” JesTayla also thought her teachers the future for our youth, sica said. were giving her good preparation but we can build our “We grew some mould on varifor high school. youth for the future. ous foods and looked at how it had “Teachers make it fun and chal– Franklin D. Roosevelt, grown after a week. I learned it lenge us to help us learn,” she said. 32nd president of USA was very important to store food Tayla is on the “backyard gar(1882 – 1945) correctly.” dens” committee and helps with Jessica thought her learning in the nursery and looks after the music was great. Jacob also is on the “backyard sports shed. “I also enjoy music and am gardens” committee helping with “I also play netball, basketball in the choir and vocal ensemble establishing and maintaining gar- and represent the school in athletas well as learning the piano,’’ dens around the school. ics. My favourite events are high she said. Jacob represents the school in jump and sprinting.” Jessica also competes in swim- basketball, athletics, swimming, All four students said their ming, basketball, softball, netball football and cross country. As a teachers made learning fun and as well as athletics where her result of the opportunities he has this added to their understanding.

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Naomi captures those‘golden’ moments

NAOMI’S award-winning wedding portrait.

Hamley Bridge photographer Naomi Bubner won six awards at the National Convention for the Australian Accredited Professional Photography (AAPP) held in Fremantle on August 2. Naomi, from Reminisce Photography in Gawler, won Gold awards in both Wedding and Open categories, and Silver in Wedding, Portrait, Open and Landscape categories. Naomi grew up in Balaklava, attending both primary and high school. Her wedding images often appear in the Plains Producer. She can be contacted on 0417 080 492 or go to www. reminiscephotography. com.au

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n Engaged – Benjamin Rowe and Anneka Niejalke were engaged on Sunday, August 7. Benjamin is the son of Andrew and Cathy Rowe, of Nantawarra and Anneka is the daughter of Peter and Kathy Niejalke, of Aberfoyle Park.

Abberley CD launch

Local lad, James Abberley, will be holding his album launch on August 26 at The Gov, 59 Port Road Hindmarsh. James, 19, is thrilled about the launch and the progress he’s made. “It’s unreal, very surprising at how quick the process has been,” James said. The launch will include two support acts. Entry will be $20, and each guest will receive a copy of his album. A copy of the CD was sent to Peter Goers, who will play a selection of his songs during a half hour interview with James, on ABC radio on Monday.

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hether you’re after a tasty indulgent treat, or something of the healthy kind, Wendy’s Cafe ’N Cakes in Balaklava can meet every delicious dream you can imagine. No matter what item you choose, you can be satisfied knowing it’s all baked from scratch right on the premises. If you’re after a healthy option, why not try Wendy’s homemade quiches, or opt for a freshly made salad with your choice of dressing? Options are endless with sandwiches, wraps and overflowing doorstops, fresh or toasted. Wendy Schulz, who runs the cafe with her husband Trevor, said she will try to cater for any need. “I do try to have options available to suit dietary requirements such as gluten and dairy free and diabetic,” Wendy said. With all pies, pasties and pastries baked fresh on the premises each day, it’s hard to go past this traditional treat. Pizza subs are also a lunch time favourite along with homemade soup – perfect as a winter warmer. If you have more of a sweet tooth, you’re in luck, with a range of cakes available by the slice which will perfectly accompany your cup of award-winning Mahlia coffee. The cake flavours are limitless, and needless to say, creative. Try carrot cake, mud cake, German plum cake, cheesecake, slices and tarts and homemade cookies in flavours such as oaty, choc chip, hazlenut and Anzacs.

“I can make anything to your taste and design from small sponge cakes to delectable wedding cakes,” Wendy said. All cakes, desserts and quiches can be ordered with 24 hours’ notice. With Mahalia coffee popular amongst the locals, there is also a range of hot drinks such as lattes, cappuccinos, long blacks and many more on offer, either dine in or take away. If you’re after something in the colder variety, there’s always creamy milkshakes, or iced coffees and chocolates. Not only does Wendy serve up her delicious food in her Balaklava shop, she also offers catering options. Whether you want to be provided with catering off-site or in store (including outside business hours), Wendy can provide you with a range of hearty choices. These include sweet or savoury platters, bakes, quiches, soups, salads, cakes and finger foods, with menus for sit down meals also available. If there’s something you would like that isn’t on the catering menu simply ask. With bookings already being taken for Christmas, both in store and off site, make sure you pop in and see Wendy and her friendly staff. n Wendy’s Cafe ’N Cakes is open Monday to Friday, 9am to 4.30pm,14 Edith Terrace Balaklava. For bookings, cake or catering enquiries phone Wendy on 8862 2123 or 0427 292 075.

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SPORT v Football n MAGPIE A grade talent, Joel Montgomerie flies high for a mark during Saturday’s clash on Rooster home turf, over teammate Jason Earl and Andrew Hardiman, Two Wells, as Mallala’s Josh Seal watches on.

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n ROOSTER Daniel Hines tackles Magpie James Barr, who is able to get the ball away in time in the A grade match at Two Wells.

n MICHAEL Brougham, Balaklava lines the ball up for a mark during the Reserves clash, as Bomber Wade Slok closes in.

n ABOVE: Reserves player, Jeremy Lomman, played his 100th game for Balaklava in the clash at Hamley Bridge. LEFT: Bomber Luke Marshman tackles Pecker Daniel Butterfield on the boundary line in Reserves. RIGHT: Balaklava’s Kym Simon kicks towards goal, while Bomber Joseph Gregory defends.

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A Grade

Mallala Two Wells

4.2 8.3 10.7 13.8 (86) 3.6 4.6 6.10 10.11 (71)

Virginia United

4.3 6.5 11.6 18.8 (116) 2.0 5.3 9.5 11.7 (73)

Balaklava Hamley Bridge

5.7 11.13 17.16 23.21 (159) 3.2 5.4 9.5 10.8 (68)

Goals: Mallala - D.Feeley 5, D.Griffiths 3, J.Earl 2, B.Harris, D.Pontt, C.Rimmer Two Wells - T.Leighton 2, N.Seccafien, A.Hardiman, T.Brown-Pichugin, M.Abdilla, D.Hardiman, B.Slattery, B.Spiteri, E.Fetherstonhaugh Best: Mallala - J.Earl, C.Rimmer, D.Feeley, R.Montgomery, J.Seal, L.Chadwick Two Wells - N.Seccafien, K.Leighton, D.Hines, M.Abdilla, T.Wohlfeil, D.Coats Goals: Virginia - B.Niklaus 11, S.Papanotis 1, G.Rigney 1, T.Wilkey 1, C.Felstead 1, R.Perre 1, M.Young 1, B.Russel 1 United - P.Burgoyne 3, A.Fleming 3, M.Davey 1, A.Mills 1, S.Schulz 1, B.Sobey 1, D.Kaminski 1 Best: Virginia - B.Niklaus, D.Kerr, R.Perre, N.Warren, G.Rigney, B.Galic United - S.Harding, M.Brown, R.Sharer, A.Mills, W.Banton Goals: Balaklava - S.Lamond 5, G.Dawson 5, H.Walker 3, T.Mcpharlin 2, J.Michael 1, L.Michael 1, J.Mcpharlin 1, J.Cmrlec 1, A.Cocks 1, L.Pearson 1, C.Ruiz 1, S.Rowland 1 Hamley Bridge - B.Burgess 5, T.Would 3, A.Christmann 1, S.Gregory 1 Best: Balaklava - S.Rowland, H.Walker, L.Pearson, L.Michael, T.Mcpharlin, J.Michael Hamley Bridge - A.Pepe, S.Catterall, A.Christmann, J.Moody, T.Would, M.Koch

Mallala Two Wells

Reserves 5.4 2.4

10.9 13.13 16.17 (113) 2.4 5.5 5.8 (38)

Goals: Mallala - C.Bilney 9, B.Start 2, G.White 1, J.Hallion 1, D.Tiller 1, C.Hallion 1, B.Tucker 1 Two Wells - S.Lioulios 2, D.Lamont 1, O.Allmond 1, A.Slatter 1 Best: Mallala - B.Start, W.Farrelly, C.Bilney, D.Cawrse, C.Hallion, B.Tucker Two Wells - S.Wise, A.Cavallaro, R.Coleman, T.Williams, S.Goode, D.Applebee

Virginia United

2.6 9.9 13.10 15.17 (107) 2.1 2.2 4.3 5.4 (34)

Goals: Virginia - T.Lioulios 4, P.Mylonopoulos 4, A.Bascombe 1, C.Campbell 1, S.Avery 1, R.Starr 1, L.Bannear 1, R.Desmond 1, J.Platt 1United - J.Mason 2, T.Mcardle 1, J.Crosbie 1, M.Mcardle 1 Best: Virginia - C.Mylonopoulos, P.Mylonopoulos, S.Avery, R.Desmond, R.Starr, A.MasonUnited - M.Sammons, J.Curnow, M.Dickie, A.Sharman, K.Jenkin, M.Mcardle

Balaklava Hamley Bridge

4.4 8.8 9.11 12.15 (87) 0.1 1.1 3.2 5.3 (33)

Goals: Balaklava - L.Guy 3, P.Mclean 2, J.Lomman 1, G.Willmer 1, G.Hudd 1, L.Tezacker 1, K.Michaelanny 1, O.Hearnden 1, D.Tezacker 1 Hamley Bridge - A.Slok 2, D.Maynard 1, T.Miller 1, W.Slok 1 Best: Balaklava - L.Tezacker, R.Lamond, G.Willmer, L.Guy, D.Butterfield, O.Hearnden Hamley Bridge - A.Slok, A.Baker, K.Floyd, L.Smith, C.Conlan, T.Miller

Two Wells Mallala

Senior Colts 2.2 0.0

3.4 1.1

4.10 2.3

9.13 2.3

(67) (15)

Goals: Two Wells - H.Ramsay 3, D.Wise 2, L.Godfrey 2, D.Bromely 1, S.Slattery 1 Mallala - J.Birchmore 1, J.Charnstrom 1 Best: Two Wells - S.Slattery, D.Wise, N.Seccafien, D.Heron, D.Bromely, J.Mclennan Mallala - T.Algar, J.Birchmore, B.Martin, A.Sparks, Z.Hallion, R.Withall

Virginia United

7.2 12.7 17.8 24.12 (156) 2.0 2.1 4.3 4.3 (27)

Balaklava Hamley Bridge

2.9 9.14 15.16 21.20 (146) 0.0 0.0 1.1 1.1 (7)

Goals: Virginia - A.Pogas 9, M.Vigor 6, L.Bannear 2, H.Farrow 2, M.Lazenka 2, J.Booth-Elliott 1, A.Abela 1, C.Stronach 1 United S.Connor 2, A.Mcardle 1, D.Coombe 1 Best: Virginia - A.Pogas, D.Smith, M.Vigor, R.Marando, M.Musolino United - S.Connor, B.Merry, C.Sharer, C.Mcintyre, A.Mcardle, H.Hosking

Goals: Balaklava - M.Clifford 7, T.Michael 2, J.Speissegger 2, H.Veitch 2, J.Butterfield 1, J.Taylor 1, R.Logan 1, D.Pfeiffer 1, L.Williams 1, B.Harkness 1, R.Mcdonald 1, B.Michael 1 Hamley Bridge - D.Whelan 1 Best: Balaklava - R.Mcdonald, J.Speissegger, M.Clifford, D.Pfeiffer, T.Michael, R.Logan Hamley Bridge - R.Darwin, J.Paues, A.Poulton, D.Collings, J.Talbot, S.Collings

Mallala Two Wells

Junior Colts 2.4 0.1

2.6 0.1

5.7 0.2

7.8 1.3

(50) (9)

Goals: Mallala - B.Wilson 3, A.Coe 1, B.O’leary 1, J.Dunstan 1, A.Clothier 1 Two Wells - J.Pellizzari 1 Best: Mallala - J.Good, A.Clothier, J.Dunstan, A.Coe, J.Watson, L.Oleary Two Wells - T.Mills, H.Gameau, D.Kotsano, J.Pellizzari, K.Giniotis, J.Humphrys

Virginia United

0.5 2.6 4.9 7.10 (52) 3.0 3.1 3.2 5.3 (33)

Balaklava Hamley Bridge

2.0 5.5 7.9 12.12 (84) 1.0 2.0 5.0 5.0 (30)

Goals: Virginia - A.Hansen 2, J.Stornach 1, Z.Owen 1, J.Moritz 1, T.Jones 1United - J.Pratt 2, D.Coombe 1 Best: Virginia - A.Hansen, J.Owen, J.Ludewig, Z.Owen, J.Moritz, C.EatonUnited - D.Coombe, R.Curnow, A.Wilson, D.Page, C.Lane, M.Waddell Goals: Balaklava - D.Michael 5, H.Lane 2, J.Michael 2, C.Arbon 1, J.Harkness 1, J.Wehr 1 Hamley Bridge - S.Rosenzweig 3, B.Easlea 1, C.Buckby 1 Best: Balaklava - J.Michael, J.Wehr, L.Speissegger, C.Arbon, D.Michael, J.Harkness Hamley Bridge - J.Wedding, D.Collings, C.Buckby, A.Hudson, L.Raether, S.Rosenzweig

NEFL results from Saturday - Round 15

North Clare South Clare

A Grade 4.3 2.5

7.6 3.11

10.7 7.17

11.9 9.25

(75) (79)

Goals: North Clare - N.Prokopec 4, T.Pawley 2, M.Catford, B.Pudney, D.Ellis, T.Blum, M.Ward South Clare - B.Murphy 2, C.Slattery 2, M.Leibelt, W.Hutchinson, J.Vandeleur, M.Stopp, A.Vandeleur Best: North Clare - T.Blum, B.Pudney, T.Pawley, M.Ward, C.Jaeschke, N.Prokopec South Clare - M.Leibelt, B.Murphy, D.Kuhndt, J.Vandeleur, H.Ward, D.Wallent

BSR Blyth/Snow

2.2 5.5 6.10 8.10 (58) 2.2 6.5 11.6 13.9 (87)

RSMU Min/Man

0.1 2.5 5.5 7.6 (48) 4.0 5.0 8.1 11.3 (69)

Eud/Rtown BBH

2.2 5.5 5.7 11.9 (75) 7.4 9.7 12.11 13.13 (91)

Goals: BSR - K.Burgess 3, M.Shane, T.Stephenson, N.Hayes, T.Weckert, S.Martin Blyth/Snow - R.Darling 4, W.Walker 3, B.Bell 3, S.Clifford, S.Atkinson, N.Zweck Best: BSR - J.Mackenzie, S.Martin, T.Stephenson, J.Lynch, B.Gill, S.Morris Blyth/Snow - R.Darling, G.Ottens, S.Clifford, W.Walker, N.Mccormack, N.Zweck Goals: RSMU - T.Willmott 3, C.Foster 2, J.Vandeleur, C.Mullins Min/ Man - N.Forrest 5, B.Currie 2, B.Sandow, A.Ackland, B.Kerslake, S.Baraglia Best: RSMU - Z.Hier Min/Man - B.Currie, S.Gibson, R.Piggott, N.Forrest, S.Ross, B.Kerslake

Goals: Eud/Rtown - D.Reese 2, S.Geister 2, R.Prior, D.Button, M.Sajewicz, T.Sleep, C.Ah Chee, S.Schmidt, J.Mclean BBH M.Booth 5, G.Thompson 2, D.Reed 2, B.Wall 2, J.Schuppan, M.Jackman Best: Eud/Rtown - T.Sleep, T.Friebel, R.Prior, C.Ah Chee, D.Reese, C.Voigt BBH - T.Riggs, M.Jackman, J.Schuppan, M.Booth, S.Mann, J.Reilly

North Clare South Clare

B Grade 4.1 0.1

9.4 0.2

13.7 1.2

18.8 2.3

(116) (15)

Goals: North Clare - M.Dopson 6, L.Zanette 3, M.Zanette 3, D.Smith 2, C.Price 2, S.Pink, J.Hayes South Clare - P.Chapman, A.Gill Best: North Clare - N.Earle, B.Bishop, C.Price, M.Dopson, J.Hayes, M.Edwards South Clare - J.Eyers, P.Chapman, R.O’’Neill, J.Drummond, T.Pitcher, R.Cole

BSR Blyth/Snow

1.3 3.3 4.3 6.3 (39) 4.0 6.3 13.4 15.5 (95)

Goals: BSR - B.Jones 3, C.Burgess, D.Jones, A.Ashby Blyth/ Snow - J.Zweck 5, M.Thomas 2, B.Dohnt, R.Baxter, M.Price Best: BSR - S.Weckert, A.Ashby, B.Jones, N.Adams, M.Tilbrook Blyth/ Snow - J.Zweck, T.Michael, L.Mugge, L.Dohnt, S.Gillings

RSMU Min/Man

3.2 5.2 7.7 10.13 (73) 1.0 2.1 2.1 2.1 (13)

Goals: RSMU - A.Hosking 4, G.Linke 2, C.Percy 2, D.Vater, A.Rowett Min/Man - M.Hadley, K.Allen Best: RSMU - J.Molineux, M.Mcinerney, B.Mcinerney, D.Vater, T.Ainslie, C.Percy Min/Man M.Hadley, N.Pengilly, M.Phillips, B.Garrard, N.Bentley, J.Curtis

Eud/Rtown BBH

4.3 6.7 8.7 10.8 (68) 1.1 2.2 3.4 3.7 (25)

Goals: Eud/Rtown - L.Penrose 4, N.Freeman 3, T.Mosey 2, T.Ross BBH - S.Rayson, S.Connell, J.Rowe Best: Eud/Rtown - T.Mosey, C.Dixon, C.Hoffmann, D.Blumson, L.Penrose BBH - J.Edwards, C.Cunningham, C.Friebel, J.Webster, M.Kellock, D.Booth

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North Clare South Clare

Senior Colts 2.1 3.3

5.4 5.5

11.7 7.5

14.10 7.7

(94) (49)

Goals: North Clare - S.Garrard 5, J.Brown 4, M.Bannon 2, K.Dreckow, L.Schumacher, R.Laidlaw South Clare - P.Von Heythmanck 2, J.Duran 2, S.Minney, B.Mill, N.Budarick Best: North Clare - J.Brown, M.Bannon, D.Brown, B.Fischer, S.Garrard, M.Makin South Clare T.Pitcher, R.Boylan, W.Weetea, M.Bennie, D.Day, J.Pearse

BSR Blyth/Snow

4.2 6.7 9.9 14.13 (97) 2.0 5.2 5.3 6.7 (43)

RSMU Min/Man

5.2 12.3 17.8 20.9 (129) 4.0 5.0 5.1 6.3 (39)

Goals: BSR - C.Burgess 6, R.Fitzgerald 3, J.Hayes 2, N.Hayes 2, J.Weckert Blyth/Snow - A.Elix 3, D.Salter 2, J.Ciardiello Best: BSR - N.Hayes, C.Burgess, B.Welke, D.Bruce, T.Wilsdon, B.Kitschke Blyth/Snow - D.Salter, C.Andriske, H.Norton, A.Vogelsang, D.Underdown, J.Andriske Goals: RSMU - J.Connell 4, S.Jordan 3, A.Rowett 2, L.Michalanney 2, Z.Jolly 2, N.Busch, P.Allchurch, L.Molineux, S.Ball, T.Redden, M.Busch, J.Bowden Min/Man - J.Mcgregor 2, A.Richards, T.Pittaway, A.Bruce, T.Julyan Best: RSMU - P.Allchurch, S.Jordan, J.Connell, T.Redden, H.Ball, J.Vater Min/Man - A.Nixon, J.Mcgregor, M.Gall, E.Long, C.Mcbride, J.Schmidt

Eud/Rtown BBH

Junior Colts 1.0 2.0

4.1 3.0

6.3 4.2

10.4 6.3

(64) (39)

Goals: North Clare - S.Channon 4, T.Francis 2, D.Garrard, B.Earle, S.Haydon, J.King South Clare - Z.Maynard 2, B.Dinning, B.Day, B.Sandy, T.Hooper Best: North Clare - D.Garrard, B.Laidlaw, B.Cross, L.Gill, T.Francis, J.Kennedy South Clare - Z.Maynard, J.Wallent, A.Leighton, T.Nield, I.Shearer, A.Falconer

BSR Blyth/Snow

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9.7 20.9 26.18 32.24 (216) 0.0 0.0 0.0 1.0 (6)

Goals: Eud/Rtown - C.Caven 7, J.Voigt 7, I.Blumson 6, C.Blumson 3, S.Nietschke 3, J.Bugeja 2, J.Schulz, L.Waldhuter, M.Neville, T.Baker BBH - No Goals Kicked Best: Eud/Rtown - I.Blumson, S.Nietschke, J.Voigt, J.Michalk, J.Bugeja BBH - S.Connell, A.Lindner, J.Roth, J.Weiss

North Clare South Clare

PECKER Luke Tezacker grabs the mark over his Bomber opponent, Luke Smith, while Pecker Grady Hudd prepares to knock the ball out, during the Reserves match at Hamley Bridge on Saturday.

2.0 2.0 3.0 4.1 (25) 2.0 3.2 8.2 10.5 (65)

Goals: BSR - L.Wilsdon 2, L.Hayes, J.Lee Blyth/Snow - D.Giles 3, R.Smart 2, T.Stephenson 2, T.Salter, C.Walkley, Z.Bennett Best: BSR - M.Longbottom, L.Hayes, T.Slade, M.Burgess, A.Morgan, J.Slade Blyth/Snow - N.Schultz, L.Jaeschke, A.Giles, D.Giles, Z.Bennett, J.Hunter

RSMU Min/Man

2.5 7.8 13.8 19.10 (124) 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 (0)

Eud/Rtown BBH

4.2 8.3 10.4 14.6 (90) 2.1 3.1 5.2 7.4 (46)

Goals: RSMU - X.Redden 5, A.Klavins 3, H.Griffiths 2, I.Long 2, L.Trowse 2, C.Fuss 2, M.Connell, B.Heffernan, A.Clarke Min/ Man - No Goals Kicked Best: RSMU - X.Redden, T.Griffiths, B.Heffernan, T.Trowse, C.Behn, H.Griffiths Min/Man - O.Barret, Z.Sims, D.Willmott, H.Schoenberg, D.Nixon, J.Couzner Goals: Eud/Rtown - B.Launer 4, J.Leditschke 4, W.Kimpton 2, K.Murray, T.Biscan, T.Schulz, D.Stacey, BBH - B.Kleinig 2, D.Bowditch, W.Sumner, R.Webster, S.Sosa, T.Sumner Best: Eud/Rtown - B.Launer, J.Leditschke, D.Blackley BBH - B.Kleinig, T.Sumner, W.Sumner

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SPORT v Football

Unstoppable Cats tested by seventh placed Tigers In the battle of the two Broughton district sides, the hosts at Redhill Oval were within a goal of the undefeated Cats at the main break, before Blyth-Snowtown broke the game open in the third term. The Cats’ final winning margin over Brinkworth-Spalding-Redhill was 29 points, but didn’t reflect the struggle the visitors had. “BSR are a much improved side and we didn’t have our traditional good start,” BlythSnowtown coach, Brett Ireland said. “The Tigers were still well in the contest at half time and really our one good quarter of good footy that won the game for us. “That effort it the third got the result on Saturday.” It was hard to separate captain Ryan Darling and centre half back Gareth Ottens as the Cats’ best players, while Shay Clifford, this week used on the ball won a lot of possessions. Scott Walker, in his first game at centre half forward, proved to be a strong target for Blyth-Snowtown all day, kicking three goals, while midfielders Nick McCormack and Nathan Zweck were conspicuous as well. “Ryan has gotten over his injury issues and returned to his stellar form and Gareth, in our eyes is clearly the best centre half back in the competition,” Ireland continued. “Along with the boys on the best player lists, Simon McCormack had a strong second half, while Brad Bell was solid in his return game, kicking three goals across half forward. “Former Central District premiership ruckman ‘Buckets’ (Jason) Mackenzie was impressive for them. “He gave them first use of the ball and also won plenty of touches in general play.” Other solid performers for BSR included youngsters Sam Martin, Tyler Stephenson and Jake Lynch. Ben Gill and recruit Scott Morris were also serviceable for the

NEFL REPORT: By Peter Argent Tigers, while developing forward Kyron Burgess kicked three goals. Despite only kicking one major on the weekend, Scott Atkinson is now leading the NEFL goal kicking award with exactly 50 majors. His injured team mate Jarrod Gillings is second with 46. Demons earn bragging rights Despite being amazingly inaccurate and nearly kicking themselves out of the contest, South Clare gained cross-town bragging rights against their Northern cousins. The Demons kicked two less goals, but courtesy of 25 points, they got up in a thriller by four points. Returning from injury, the athletic Michael Leibelt was South’s best, followed by utility Brodie Murphy and fellow on-baller Daniel Kuhndt. Josh Vandeleur, Heath Ward and aspiring talent Daniel Wallent were also important contributors in the victory. Murphy and Chris Slattery kicked two goals each for the hosts. For the frustrated North Clare side, Tom Blum was competitive all day in ruck, while both Brendan Pudney and the consistent Tyson Pawley (two goals) at centre half forward also made their presence felt. Matt Ward, evergreen veteran Craig Jaeschke and strongly built key forward Nick Prokopec, who kicked four goals for the Roosters, were among the better players Despite the Roosters’ modest season, where they have won just a single game, Prokopec has kicked 41 goals for the season and needs nine in the final two rounds to get to the half century mark. Hawks cop loss on home turf After being kept to a single behind in the first quarter, the RSMU Hawks’, on home turf, were beaten by 21 points in at Riverton Oval. With six senior players out of the side, 2010

GARETH Ottens prepares to kick away for the Cats, during Saturday’s NEFL A grade match at Redhill Oval.

grand finalists MintaroManoora’s four unanswered opening term goals proved to be vital in this round 15 contest. The hosts did get back to within striking distance at both the next two breaks, but couldn’t get any true momentum at critical junctures of the match. Although looking unfashionable at times, Brad Currie was a pivotal performer, as was Shawn Gibson and the unheralded Ricky Piggott. Nathan Forrest was a strong target in attack with five goals, with Shane Ross and big Benny Kerslake also impressive as well. The Hawks only managed to find one player to make their best player list, which was captain and former SANFL premiership defender with the Eagles in his teenage years, Zack Hier. Kimberley Hart and

Jimmy Vandeleur had their share of the football as well. Attacking small forward Tyson Willmott kicked three goals for the vanquished but didn’t get much of the ball, while Clint Foster collected a brace. Brutal first term seals it for Rams Daniel Schell’s Rams set up their victory over the Southern Saints at Robertstown Oval with a potent and brutal seven-goal first term. While Eudunda-Robertstown showed some heart and six goals-toone in the final term to get back to 16 points in the end, the visitors controlled the majority of the contest. Matt Booth proved to be an excellent, if unlikely target in attack with a five-goal haul for the visitors. Balanced and composed running defender Tom Riggs was best

on ground, followed by the consistent Matt Jackman and marking target Jason Schuppan in attack. Both Stephen Mann across half back and utility James Reilly was instrumental. The Rams have three goal kickers in the NEFL top eight, with Geoff Thompson their best with 38, followed by Boh Wall with 31 and Schuppan on 29. Ruckman Terry Sleep was EudundaRobertstown best player in this contest, along with being the leading big man on the ground, Tyler Friebel, Rowan Prior roaming the length and breadth of Robertstown Oval and playing coach Corey Ah Chee stood out for the Saints. Teenagers Dylan Reese and Clinton Voigt had their moments as well, with Reese and Stephen Geister were the home clubs only multiple goal kickers.

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after round 18 games A GRADE Team P W L D B FF F A % Pts Virginia 15 13 2 0 3 0 1564 993 61.17 26 Balaklava 15 12 3 0 3 0 1759 936 65.27 24 Mallala 15 9 6 0 3 0 1119 1005 52.68 18 United 15 7 8 0 3 0 1120 1199 48.30 14 HW Eagles 15 6 9 0 3 0 1021 1296 44.07 12 Two Wells 16 3 13 0 2 0 1044 1452 41.83 6 Hamley 15 3 12 0 3 0 924 1670 35.62 6 RESERVES Team P W L D B FF F A % Pts Balaklava 15 13 2 0 3 0 1378 466 74.73 26 Virginia 15 13 2 0 3 0 1389 652 68.05 26 Mallala 15 10 5 0 3 0 1104 650 62.94 20 Two Wells 16 10 6 0 2 0 1270 809 61.09 20 United 15 4 11 0 3 0 772 1051 42.35 8 Hamley 15 2 13 0 3 0 605 1462 29.27 4 HW Eagles 15 1 14 0 3 0 294 1722 14.58 2 SENIOR COLTS Team P W L D B FF F A % Pts Balaklava 15 14 1 0 3 0 1783 512 77.69 28 Two Wells 16 13 3 0 2 0 1830 492 78.81 26 Mallala 15 10 5 0 3 0 1260 602 67.67 20 Virginia 15 9 6 0 3 0 1325 912 59.23 18 Hamley 15 5 10 0 3 0 752 1457 34.04 10 HW Eagles 15 2 13 0 3 0 647 1972 24.70 4 United 15 0 15 0 3 0 404 2054 16.44 0 JUNIOR COLTS Team P W L D B FF F A % Pts Mallala 15 15 0 0 3 0 875 273 76.22 30 Balaklava 15 12 3 0 3 0 825 378 68.58 24 Two Wells 16 11 5 0 2 0 757 481 61.15 22 HW Eagles 15 8 7 0 3 0 563 460 55.03 16 Hamley 15 4 11 0 3 0 486 826 37.04 8 Virginia 15 2 13 0 3 0 308 795 27.92 4 United 15 1 14 0 3 0 333 934 26.28 2

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after round 18 games A GRADE Pos Name ThWk Year 1 Brendon Niklaus - Virginia 11 89 2 Glen DAWSON - Balaklava 5 68 3 Brett BURGESS - Hamley Bridge 5 55 4 Brian MONTGOMERY - Mallala 0 43 5 JONATHON BRICE - Balaklava 0 38 6 Peter BURGOYNE - United 3 36 7 Stuart Lamond - Balaklava 5 35 8 Daniel FEELEY - Mallala 5 29 9 Hayden WALKER - Balaklava 3 22 10 Dylan CICOLELLA - HW Eagles 0 21 11 Brent Harris - Mallala 1 21 RESERVES Pos Name ThWk Year 1 Steven LIOULIOS - Two Wells 2 36 2 Alex LEO - Virginia 0 31 3 Derek TILLER - Mallala 1 30 4 Christopher Bilney - Mallala 9 29 5 Terry LIOULIOS - Virginia 4 29 6 Luke GUY - Balaklava 3 24 7 Adam PRATT - United 0 20 8 Jason BECKER - Two Wells 0 20 9 Paul McLEAN - Balaklava 2 20 10 Justin Platt - Virginia 1 19 SENIOR COLTS Pos Name ThWk Year 1 Anton POGAS - Virginia 9 58 2 Michael CLIFFORD - Balaklava 7 57 3 Luke GODFREY - Two Wells 2 46 4 Hayden RAMSAY - Two Wells 3 43 5 Marco LAZENKA - Virginia 2 36 6 Luke WILLIAMS - Balaklava 1 36 7 Jake BIRCHMORE - Mallala 1 35 8 Jim MORRISON - Two Wells 0 34 9 Kynon HEWITT - Hamley Bridge 0 28 10 Troy ALGAR - Mallala 0 26 JUNIOR COLTS Pos Name ThWk Year 1 Brad WILSON - Mallala 3 31 2 Kyle GINIOTIS - Two Wells 0 29 3 Kyle HUMMELL - Mallala 0 22 4 Jacob Wehr - Balaklava 1 19 5 Jarrad DUNSTAN - Mallala 1 19 6 Charlie ARBON - Balaklava 1 16 7 Sam ROSENZWEIG - Hamley Bridge 3 15 8 Jake MICHAEL - Balaklava 2 14 9 Brandon TAYLOR - HW Eagles 0 14 10 Joshua HARKNESS - Balaklava 1 13 11 Jacob BUTTERFIELD - Balaklava 0 13

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SPORT v Football PETER ARGENT’S REVIEW CONTINUED

Magpies triumph in tough battle A GRADE: Magpie Sam Angus and Rooster Bryce Hart lose their balance after colliding while in pursuit of the ball.

Late Rooster charge not enough to conquer Mallala Despite a late charge from the Roosters, the third placed Mallala Magpies held on for a 15-point win at Two Wells Oval last Saturday. Keith Earl’s troops always looked to have a handy “couple of goals” advantage for the entire contest and this proved to be the case with the final result. “While we were always in front, Two Wells missed some crucial early shots which would have given them some momentum,” duel premiership coach Keith Earl said. “We were never really convincing although the lead got to over four goals early in the last quarter. “It was a good contest and it was pretty hard going, achieving the two premiership points.” The most effective forward on the ground

was Magpies crumber Daniel Feeley, who finished with a haul of five, while rover Daniel Griffiths and “best on ground” Jason Earl finished with three and two respectively. Along with Earl’s heroics through the middle of the ground and off a half forward flank, superbly balanced captain Christian Rimmer, Josh Seal in his first game back from a groin injury and full back Luke Chadwick all were prime movers in the win. Robert Montgomery off a half back flank also showed plenty of dash. Ned Seccafien and Khan Leighton both were strong players for Two Wells all game. Daniel Hines, Michael Abdilla and Trevor Wohlfeil all fought manfully throughout the game, while Dean Coats was serviceable.

REPORTS: By Peter Argent

LIAM Whitwell, Mallala A grade captain.

DEVON Hardiman, Two Wells.

EAMON Featherstonehaugh, Two Wells.

In-form Peckers keep Bombers quiet DYLAN Ruiz, Balaklava kicks away, while Bomber Kurubyn Floyd closes in.

At the Bombers’ home ground, Balaklava inflicted another large defeat on Hamley Bridge in the penultimate round of the 2011 regular season. They slammed through 5.7 in the first quarter and kept the intensity up for the remainder of the game, kicking six goals in each of the last three terms. In the end the 44 scoring shots to 18 reflected the difference between the sides, and the Peckers enjoyed a handsome 81-point win over the cellar dwellers. “The one area we focused on in this game was forward 50 entries,” coach Stuart Lamond said. “That was a pleasing aspect for us.

PECKER Justin Michael looks to get the ball out as he is tackled by Bomber Ben Selth during Saturday’s A grade match.

PECKER Oren Hearnden and Bomber Ben Farrugia are escorted off the field after a scuffle broke out between the two players.

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“Except for a small period in the third quarter where they kicked three or four goals, they were kept pretty quiet. “It was a pretty even effort by the group.” Teenager Sam Rowland was best on ground on his wing, followed by the fearsome Hayden “Whiskey” Walker, both in ruck and up forward. Les Pearson with plenty of run and dash from half back, Lachie Michael, Todd McPharlin and Justin Michael in his first game back in eight weeks through the middle all produced strong efforts. Playing coach, Stuart Lamond was impressive with a five-goal haul, while athletic key forward Glenn Dawson also finished with a hand full. “Others who had claims to be amongst our best players included “Benny” (Brenton Lamond), Jason Henderson and Derek Fredricks,” Lamond concluded. Lamond now has 35 goals for the season, while Dawson is second on the APFL ladder with 68. Among 12 separate goal kickers, Hayden Walker also slotted through three, while Todd McPharlin finished with two. Bombers’ big man Adam Pepe was clearly their best, followed by the physically intimidating Shane Catterall and the smooth moving Aaron Christmann. Ultra consistent this year, Josh Moody had another solid game, although he wasn’t as dominant as he’d previously been. Tom Would and Mathew Koch were serviceable. Full forward Brett Burgess kicked five goals, while Would finished with three. Plains Producer, Wednesday August 17, 2011

SPORT v Football

Dedicated coach will ‘hang up hat’ WITH the final round of the home and away APFL season coming up, the time has already arisen to discuss coaching appointments for next year. Mallala’s Keith Earl officially announced he was stepping down from the coaching role at the end of this season last weekend. While I gave Keith a bit of shtick a few weeks back, I’ll take this opportunity to say he will go out of the game with one of the best coaching records in APFL history. With a swag of premierships and a truckload of memories to trawl through, I believe there was no greater moment that epitomised the man than when he checked himself out of hospital to watch the 2009 grand final. He had received terrible burns to his arms and body in a bonfire mishap the Monday before the match. Swathed in bandages and surely still suffering the agony from his injuries, he still rocked up to support his team as they went on to record a famous victory over Two Wells. It was an emotional win and one the club and its fans will remember for a long time. Congratulations on a fine coaching career Keith. With all due respect to Earl, the club will be looking ahead for a new senior coach for next season. Early speculation has suggested a co-coaching role at Mallala in 2012. They’ve had co-captains for a while now, perhaps this is not as crazy as it sounds. Plains Producer Medallist, Liam Whitwell, gun midfielder, Christian Rimmer, and Keith’s son, Jason Earl, have all been names thrown up as possibilities by the Magpie faithful. Whitwell already has experience at a junior level, both at club and representative footy. His communication skills and temperament is also spoken of highly throughout the league. Both Earl (of the Jason variety) and Rimmer are also quality players with plenty of experience and success. Up the road and Hamley Bridge have reportedly reappointed Rian Nelson for 2012. I’m not sure how true this is, as most clubs tend to have a clause in their constitution to advertise the senior coaching role at the end of every season, regardless of their intentions. If it is true, well done Rian. He must have impressed the right people and credit must go to him. I have it on strong authority former Hamley Bridge player, Luke Slattery, has intentions of returning to the Bombers for a season or two after returning from Port Adelaide Magpies. He could have been an excellent candidate for the senior coaching role. Considering Tony Bamford is having a massive cleanout of the senior list at Port, Slattery fronting for Hamley next year could be a real possibility. Still, let’s hope the Bombers can put together a few more wins on the board next year and Rian breaks his season-long silence so the supporters can read his thoughts on the match, like every other club has been provided with each week.

Football lookalikes While I’m talking of Jason Earl, I couldn’t help but notice the similar appearance (haircut especially) of him (pictured left) and West Coast gun forward, Jack Darling (right). Plains Producer, Wednesday August 17, 2011

THE BANDWAGON With Rick Shaw

BOMBER Tyler Miller runs into trouble during Saturday’s Reserves match, ducking to try and avoid a tackle by Pecker Jamie Tiller.

PETER ARGENT’S PREVIEW CONTINUED

Can Peckers test Rams big man?

TOP: Keith Earl is presented with life membership to Mallala Football Club by club president, Jim Franks, back in June. ABOVE: A dedicated coach, Keith checked himself out of hospital to go and watch his A grade team play in the 2009 APFL grand final.

• From back page Naturally, after Brendon Niklaus’ purple patch of form in front of goal, it is a big task that is especially to initially go to Derek Fredricks, but equally Brenton Lamond, or because of the way he plays Les Pearson could go to the powerfully built big forward. Down at the other end of the ground, the Virginia defence have to deal with the likes of tall timber Glenn Dawson, Jonno Brice, Stuart Lamond and perhaps the best contested mark in Adelaide Plains football Hayden Walker. Both sides have elite midfields at this level and in the end the game is still usually won by the more productive midfield. Virginia is just a little more deserving of the minor premiership, considering their rich vein of form over the last three months. In a close game, that really doesn’t mean much in the scheme of things, the Rams should get a 14th win for the winter.

United v Hamley Bridge

In the final game for Hamley Bridge this year, if they can engineer an unlikely win they will drag themselves off the bottom of the ladder. The are playing the fourth placed United side on Long Plains Oval and except for form and achieving a 50 per cent win-loss ratio this doesn’t mean all that much to the hosts, as they will be ensuring they have as many of their best squad available for the following game on Sunday week. The Bombers have received quality service from their three imports this year, Adam Pepe, Aaron Christmann and ball magnet Josh Moody. While officially in his second year at the club, Shane Caterrall, coming off a knee reconstruction and has grown in stature as the year has progressed. Younger than he looks, Brett Burgess has proved to be a consistent target at the goal face as well for the Bombers. The key to Hamley Bridge’s longer term success is developing the depth at the club. United would have been pleased to see Mikey Brown produce a good performance on the eve of the finals, and will be looking for continued consistency from the likes of Adrian Mills, Mark Pym and Alastair Fleming. Much maligned at times, Peter Bur-

goyne has still kicked 36 goals in the 12 games he’s donned the Tigers jumper and averages three majors a game. It is also intriguing how bad the Will Banton injury is and what affect that will have on the United combination. The Tigers should move into their finals campaign with a win in this clash, but it will be closer than most people think. Peter’s Prediction: United by 19 points

Mallala v HummocksWatchman Eagles

While Mallala go into this contest against the fifth placed Eagles as favourites, you get the impression they are still trying to find their “mojo” at the minute. Magpies’ coach Keith Earl confirmed the squad generally is a pretty relaxed group and they are finals hardened over the last couple of years. “It is important for us to have the correct mindset over the next couple of weeks,” Earl said. “Hummocks will be a good test.” Generally regarded as a team of talented footballers the HummocksWatchman side has endured a frustrating run with injury. Ricky Mackereth has fitted in at the Eagles well in his first winter at the club, while captain Matthew Higgs and wingman Todd Twelftree both have produced solid seasons. Defender David Oswald, Lee Belperio and Simon Schutz have all been conspicuous during the season as well. What would be pleasing for the Magpies is the recent form of Jason Earl and Christian Rimmer after disjointed seasons. The other members of that midfield quartet, Liam Whitwell and Mail Medal favourite Joel Montgomerie are also big keys. Mallala will welcome back full forward Brian Montgomery after a week off and David Cawrse, after strong form in the seconds is a chance of being promoted as well. The Magpies should win, but this will also be a good test for them. Peter’s Prediction: Mallala by 27 points. www.plainsproducer.com.au

SPORT v Cricket LOWER GILBERT CRICKET ASSOCIATION FOLDS AFTER 100 YEARS OF CRICKET:

Mystery of Palmer Cup will forever haunt

REPORTS: By Les Pearson

THE mystery of the disappearance of the John Palmer Cup will forever haunt the Lower Gilbert Cricket Association, with the league folding after over 100 years of cricket in the region. The four remaining clubs in the association became three when Hamley Bridge Cricket Club announced it would be going into recess this year. The Palmer Cup was the LGCA’s perpetual premiership trophy for as long as anyone could remember. So long in fact, no one can remember exactly who John Palmer was, and there is no real information available on why the trophy was named after the esquire either. For decades, it was the iconic trophy for the A grade premiership, etched with historical engravings dating back to the 1920s. Sadly, after Hamley Bridge’s last flag in 2006, the cup disappeared during the messy celebrations. LGCA recorder, Jock Robinson, was the association president when the cup went missing. Mr Robinson has recorded the league’s history since 1980. “It was lost through sheer stupidity,” he recalled. “It was last seen at the Owen Hotel, under the pool table.” No one has sighted the

cup since. It is a missing heirloom of the now defunct and once proud association. “We advertised in local papers but we had no replies,” Mr Robinson said. “It was very disappointing because it contained all the known history of the association on it. “I was absolutely wild at the time and I’m glad my dad wasn’t alive to see the day it went missing.” However, Mr Robinson has personal experience of misplacing trophies himself, as part of a Lower Gilbert association team who won a perpetual shield against a Yorke Peninsula team. The victorious Lower Gilbert boys also misplaced their shield during the celebrations. Luckily, it showed up in the Warooka Hotel, of all places. “Some lad on a footy or cricket trip found it,” Mr Robinson recalled. Still, over six years have passed since the disappearance of the John Palmer Cup. “We had it valued a few years back and we were told it would be about $1000 to find something like its equivalent,” Mr Robinson said. “Now, it would be even more valuable. “Everyone always said it was better than a shield because as least you could drink from the trophy.”

LOWER Gilbert premiers for 2006, Hamley Bridge, displaying the Palmer Cup, which hasn’t been seen since celebrations after the win. Back from left: David Ireland, Jack Gaertner, Craig Young, Jared Sampson, Adrian McCabe. Front: Alex Rademacher, Thomas Would, Tom Smith, Lyall Haynes, Jake Rademacher and Justin Schahinger.

‘Writing on the wall’ for LGCA

OVER 100 years of cricket history came to a close in recent months, with the folding of the Lower Gilbert Cricket Association. The decision to fold the association was made after Hamley Bridge Cricket Club announced it was going into recess. With only three teams remaining in the competition, LGCA president, Todd Daniel, said the writing was on the wall. He said junior teams were struggling for numbers and the association was battling to attract interest from any other potential teams. Long Plains, Mr Daniel’s club, was one of the first clubs to officially shift to another association, heading to the Stanley competition, based in and around Clare. Hamley Bridge is now affiliated with the Gilbert Valley Cricket Club, which is based in Riverton, competing in the Barossa and Light Cricket Association. Mallala Cricket Club will also compete in the Barossa competition, while

Dublin Cricket Club will play in the Para Districts Cricket Association. LGCA recorder, Jock Robinson, was a former player with three different clubs in the now defunct association, fronting for Alma as a junior, Barraba before it folded and finally Owen, which also disbanded in 2008. He said population changes in rural towns took its toll. “It’s the way things are now, there’s not a lot you can do about it.” According to Mr Robinson, the LGCA had about 20 teams playing in the association at different stages. He felt the association could have been prolonged if it was more proactive in its heyday. “In hindsight, and hindsight is a beautiful thing, 20 years ago, we should have combined with the Balaklava association,” Mr Robinson said. “If we took our six teams and put them in an association with their six teams, there might be six or seven teams still remaining today.” Balaklava now forms part of the Lower North Cricket Club, a

merger of a handful of clubs including Nantawarra, Port Wakefield, Watchman and Lochiel. Ifs and buts aside, Mr Robinson is one of many local sporting gurus dismayed with the folding of a famous, historic cricket competition. While the LGCA is now gone, the memories still live on. Mr Robinson rated all-rounder Tim Elstone as the greatest player he had seen play in the competition, Owen’s Graham Sorrell the best bowler and Riverton gun and football Mail Medallist, Greg Hanckel, the best with the willow. With the final chapter of the LGCA now written, Mr Robinson has taken up tennis on his weekends and plans to play the game as long as he can following his retirement from cricket. He said he prefers sports that require a bit of running around. “You’ll never see me on the bowling green,” he laughed. “If you ever see me on the bowling green, get the gun out.”

End of an era as Lower Gilbert association disperses Hamley Bridge won’t lose club identity

GILBERT Valley Cricket Club has agreed to affiliate with Hamley Bridge Cricket Club, which has gone into recess for this season. Gilbert Valley president, Dick McInerney, said the club was happy to take on the remaining Hamley players into its senior squads, while Hamley Bridge will still host its own Under 12 team under the Gilbert Valley club banner. GVCC competes in the Barossa and Light Cricket Association. The club held a meeting last week to confirm the deal with Hamley Bridge. In total, GVCC will be entering three senior teams into the association, bolstered by the anticipated inclusion of about six Hamley Bridge cricketers.

Gilbert Valley Cricket Club will submit teams for the A1, A3 and A4 competitions, while also entering an Under 16, Under 14 and three Under 12 teams, including the team from Hamley Bridge. Mr McInerney said the club wanted to keep the Hamley team together, making travel to matches easier and keep the familiarity with their local team mates. This also effectively keeps the door open in case the Hamley Bridge Cricket Club was to reform. “They didn’t want to completely amalgamate because they would lose their club identity and no one wants that to happen, especially if the chance arises to get the club up and going again,” Mr McInerney said. The affiliation also

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means some senior matches will be held at Hamley Bridge oval, as well as junior games every second week. “This way, they still have cricket matches happening in their local town and area, and no one wants to see it die,” Mr McInerney said. “We’re pretty happy it will all work out.”

Dublin will join Para Districts

DUBLIN Cricket Club is officially the last team to ever be crowned Lower Gilbert Cricket Association (LGCA) premiers, the club now joining the Para Districts cricket competition following the disbanding of the LGCA. Club president, Luke Walker, said after a recent meeting, Dublin was accepted into the Para Dis-

tricts Grade Seven one-day competition. Dublin will become one of eight teams competing in that division, while the club will also enter an under 14 team. Mr Walker said the Para Districts competition was the most preferable for both senior and junior players. “We have a lot of players coming from places on the way to Dublin, so for a lot of them, away games will be like playing at home,” he said. “It was also the best option for our juniors. “Games start at 8.30am and there wouldn’t be too many parents keen on the idea of driving an hour and a half on a Saturday morning to get there on time.” The prospect of playing against seven different teams is also an exciting

new venture for players. “Definitely, because we don’t know who exactly we’re playing against from week to week,” Mr Walker said. “Working out how each player in each team plays will be a bit different.” Ironically, the 2010/2011 title was Dublin’s first A grade flag in about 20 years. “We’re lucky we won one before the league folded,” Mr Walker laughed. The Para Districts cricket season starts after the October long weekend.

Mallala head to Barossa and Light association

MALLALA Cricket Club will be competing in the Barossa and Light Cricket Association this season. Club president and for-

mer LGCA secretary, Kelly Curnow, said the club will be entering a senior team in the A4 grade and two junior teams in the Under 16 and Under 12 competitions. Mr Curnow said the town is still close to the Barossa region, meaning travel should not be too much of an issue. “It was unanimous for the club to head in that direction,” he said. The Mallala Tennis Club also competes in the Barossa district, adding further reasoning behind the decision. Mr Curnow said he sincerely enjoyed his time in the Lower Gilbert competition, both on and off the field over the years. He said his one A grade premiership two seasons back, after about 25 years of playing, was a highlight.

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SPORT v District

Golf Balaklava ladies

Perfect golfing weather attracted 13 players to the course on Thursday, for the second round of the Club Championships and Dixon Cup. Cathy Redpath took the honours in A grade with a very tidy 87/68, followed by Patricia Anderson 87/71 on a count back from Norma Taylor, Jill Taylor 105/82 on a count back from Louise Michael. B grade saw Tania Matz 100/74 come in ahead of Joan Anderson 103/76, Rose Jenkin 110/83, Moya Hayes 111/83, Tanya Greenshields 117/87 and Cherie Taylor 122/90. The small C grade field was led home by Josie Thompson 122/86. Next came Sue Freidrichs 128/88 and Tania Allen 136/91. NTP: A grade - Louise Michael. B grade - Tanya Greenshields. Producer points: Cathy Redpath 5, Patricia Anderson 4, Norma Taylor 3, Tania Matz 2, Joan Anderson 1. Next week - third round Club Championships. Starters: match committee. Quote for the Week: “Golf is not a game of great shots. It’s a game of the most misses. The people who win make the smallest mistakes.” – Gene Littler - American pro golfer

Balaklava Men

Round one of the club championships resulted in some great scores. Jim Brever won A grade with 76/68 from Bill Parkin 74/70 and Ron Butterworth 83/71. Other scores Merv Hameister 86/72, Ian Michael 85/73, Bill Goudie 91/75, Patricia Anderson 92/77, Peter Thompson 87/78, Bill Lokan 91/78, Doug Taylor 94/78, Peter Lamont 90/82, Wayne Nagle 95/82, Scott Michael 98/82. Digby Addison scooped the field in B grade with 89/68 from Greg Sonntag 97/78, Bill Berry 96/76, and Cathy Redpath 94/76. Other scores: David Rodgers 95/77, Norma Taylor 98/78, Graham Ackland 104/85. Austin Henstridge with 100/73 won C grade from John Michael 102/78 and Martin Bell 113/78. Other scores: Greg Anderson 109/79, Tania Matz 105/79, Moya Hayes 108/80. NTP: 3 Graham Ackland, 8 Scott Michael, 10 Austin henstridge, 15 Graham Ackland, 17 Ian Michael. Birdies: 8 Scott Michael, 10 Bill Parkin.

Balaklava Mid week

A group of six players took to the fairways on Wednesday August 10, with Austin Henstridge winning the day with 49 points, Bill Goudie44, Brian Stewart 38, Tony Stewart 34, Barrie Thompson DNF, Doug Taylor DNF. Birdies: Bill Goudie Holes 8 and 17, Brian Stewart hole 13. NTP: Doug Taylor hole 3, Bill Goudie hole 8.

BLYTH

Ladies results August 10 – Stableford, Medika Gallery sponsorship to be rescheduled: J Zweck 38 points, 9 Holes B Victor 14, H Williams 14, raffle K Mugge. This week, August 17: Flag Competition, Heartbeat donation sponsored by Heart beat/Beryl Victor. Next week, August 24: Par, sponsored by Clare Hotel. Mens results August 14 – Mixed Ambrose, sponsored by Blyth Hotel: Mixed teams: M Carling, G Mugge, K Mugge, L Mugge 55 1/8; B Victor, H Wandel, H Francis, J Greet 57 7/8; J Zweck, I Zweck, B Reichstein, J Hogan 58 5/8, Blyth/Taminga Hotels – R Lamond, Tanya, Mark, A Kelly 59 1/8. Men’s teams: Eime Transport – M Eime, D Smith, M Finn 62 1/2; D Paynter, B Spinks, C Walkley, C Eime 66 1/2, Young Guns – T Eime, N Bennett, D Underdown 68 1/2. This week, August 21: Par, sponsored by Hitch FreightLines. Next week, August 28: Stroke, sponsored by club.

Hamley Bridge

Thursday’s Stableford results show golf is a game for all ages, with three 80 plus year olds (Max Grasby, Ian Rohde and Bob Ahola) being placed in the top six results. Max Grasby won the day with a stunning 45 points from the long-hitting Lance Hatcher 43. Other leading scores: Bob Charman 41, Ian Rohde 39, Colin Doudle 38, Bob Ahola 37, Noel Stringer 36, Cliff Applebee, Dave Russell 34, Roen Cameron 33. Birdies: Colin Doudle 9th. Wim Van Pelts trip to Adrossan to play in the Veterans championships certainly didn’t do him any harm, as he easily won Saturday’s Stableford round with a magnificent 47 points from Roland Pawlak 42, Barry Schwartz 41, Bradley Zerna, Rex Mortimer 39, Ian Ferguson 38. Birdies: Roland Pawlak 3rd, Wim Van Pelt, Wayne White, Rex Mortimer 4th, Leigh Durdin 9th, Colin Doudle 12th. NTP: Leigh Durdin 9th, Colin Doudle 14th.

BALAKLAVA Primary School SAPSASA basketball, back from left: Tayla Williams, Georgia McArdle, Teisha Harkness, Keisha Gregory, Coach Kirsty Williams, Angie Barr and Madison Bond.

Girls to represent Balaklava Primary BALAKLAVA Primary School’s Year 5/6 girls basketball team are off to Adelaide to represent their school in the SAPSASA Basketball State Championships on Thursday August 25, at Pasadena Sports Centre in Adelaide. The girls will play six games during

the day against other regional winners from Naracoorte, Tanunda, Loxton and Truro. The girls won the Mid-North Knockout Championships in early July at Balaklava, against schools from around the local Mid-North region. They then progressed to the Regional Knockout

Riverton

Results from Saturday August 13, Stroke. A Grade: A Hartwell 77/59, M Norman 76/62, M Day 72/63. B Grade: A Callery 89/60, G Raymond 84/64, S Saunders 89/65 A Grade and B Grade longest drive: M Day, A Callery. Semi finals handicap matchplay: A Hartwell def S Saunders 2 up, G Raymond def R Brandsma 3 and 2. Riverton Open Day is being held on Sunday August 21. Four-person Ambrose competition, 9am for 9.30am start. All players welcome. Contact Greg Raymond on 0430 539 060 for team nominations.

Two wells

A smaller field than usual of only 27 players fronted on Saturday for a Stableford, sponsored by Two Wells IGA. Perhaps the weather forecast for rain put a few off, but the day turned out magnificent. The only dampener was turning up for golf to find that thieves had broken in overnight and stolen a ride-on mower, whippersnippers, chainsaws and other sundry items. These heartless people make it very hard for smaller clubs to survive and I hope they are caught soon. A grade was a close affair, no-one really breaking out with a good score. Rob Thompson’s 38 beat Yogi Frencken also 38 and Simon Grigg on 36. B grade saw Adam Bail’s 44 win, and he left at least five putts out there, with Russell Grigg second on 41 from Jeff Spackman also on 41. Andrew Baker continued his good run to win C grade with 44 and drop another stroke on his handicap from Brian Barns on 34, and Ian Telfer on 29. Julie Holland continued her fine form to win the ladies’ competition, with 36 from Leanne Cannizzaro on 30 and Elaine Grigg on 28. Julie will be playing in the Ladies Club Championship final, on Tuesday, against Kathy Stubing – this should be a close fought match between two evenly matched players. Robert Hogg will be working hard to get the course ready for that match. It was great to see Shorty Paul at the Club following his recent hospitalisation, and in good spirits, making straight for the handicapper to find out if his handicap had increased while he had been in hospital. He hasn’t lost his sense of humour – or any handicap! Results A grade: 38 R Thompson, Y

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finals in Kadina on August 4, where they won all three games against schools from the Pirie, NorthEastern and Yorke Peninsula regions. They are the first Mid-North team to continue on to the State finals - well done girls! – Marty Brice

Frencken, 36 Simon Grigg, 35 I Smith, G Wilson, 34 Stuart Grigg, V Hatch, 32 S Abbott, 30 C Hogg, 28 L Grafton. B Grade: 44 A Bail, 41 R Grigg, J Spackman, 39 Watto, 38 H Linford, D Hall, 37 I Clark, 36 P Shields, 34 R Hogg, S Kelly. C: Grade: 44 A Baker, 34 B Barns, 29 I Telfer, L Zbierski. Ladies: 36 J Holland, 30 L Cannizzaro, 28 E Grigg. Long Drives: A – L Grafton; B – A Bail; C – A Baker; Ladies – J Holland. NTP: 1 – G Wilson, 2 – S Watson, 6 – A Bail, 11 – I Clark, 12 –, 15 – G Wilson. Pro’s Approach: –. NAGA: Elaine Grigg. Next week: Stroke, Monthly Medal. – Russell Grigg, TWGC Handicapper

Two Wells Ladies

The semi finals of the Club Championships were played on August 9. Julie Holland def Judi Frost 3/1, Kathy Stubing def Helen Johnson 1 up, Leanne Cannizzaro won the Stableford competition with 40 points, followed by Tine Perry with 38. The monthly voucher was won by Julie Holland. Long Drive: Helen Johnson on hole 8. NTP: Leanne Cannizzaro on hole 15. Gobblers: Leanne Cannizzaro on holes 7 and 10.

have a bye, and the Under 17’s and Men play in Burra. RESULTS Under 14 Clare Donnybrook 2 defeated Balaklava 0 Goals: Lachlan Squires, Fletcher Thomas. Best: Cl/Don – Fletcher Thomas, Sam Haddow, Lachlan Squires; Bal – Timothy Goldney, Micah Hamann, Mitchell Laurie. Under 17 Clare Springstown 2 defeated Burra 1 Goals: Cl/Spr – Johanna Dutschke, Will Price; Bur – Jake Dolphin. Best: Cl/Spr – Tom Forrest, Matt Forrest, Will Price; Bur – Alex Catt, Stephanie Robinson, Chris Scutcheon. Clare Donnybrook 4 defeated Balaklava 1 Goals: Cl/Don – Fletcher Thomas 2, Josh Nourse, Lachlan McLean; Bal – Jesse Shepherd. Best: Cl/Don – Josh Nourse, Fletcher Thomas, Lachlan McLean; Bal – Hedley Greenshields, Jesse Shepherd, Jordan Hamann. Women Clare Springstown 3 defeated Balaklava 2 Goals: Cl/Spr – Christine Landorf 2, Brianna Cheetham; Bal – Rhea Greenshields, Roweena Tiller. Best: Cl/ Spr – Ashleigh Clark, Jane Price, Priscilla Robinson; Bal – Fiona Tiller, Tamara Gates, Marni Greenshields. Men Clare Springstown 2 defeated Riverton 1 Goals: Cl/Spr – Luke Burge, Mark Bastian; Riv – Tristan Chapman. Best: Cl/Spr – Mark Bastian, Matt Forrest, Darren Sweet; Riv – Josh Chapman, Andrew Chapman, Tristan Chapman.

Shooting LOWER LIGHT

Results from Saturday August 13 at a range of 600m. Cyclists & Torrens Valley: A Grade; F.O Pinyon 199.10. B Grade; J Pinyon 189.4. Sighters; P Gale 40.2. Handicap; F Pinyon 97.5/100.4 (7) 200, F.O Pinyon 99.4/100.6 (1) 200, P Gale 99.4/99.4 (6) 198, J Pinyon 94.2/95.2 (7) 196, C Luedeke 94.3/94.2 (7) 195, P Bradshaw 97.4/98.5 (8) 195, G Apthomas 90/95.2 (10) 195. Phoenix: A Grade; C Williams 197.3. Sighters; D Logos 40. Handicap; C Williams 99.2/98.1 (7) 204, D Clarke 97.3/99.3 (6) 202, C George 97.2/97.2 (4) 198, D Logos 95.1/98.3 (4) 197. Cyclists & Torrens Valley F Class: F Open; R Braund 200.9. F Standard; C Green 195.4. Sighters; D Zerbe 37.1. Handicap; R Braund 100.5/100.4 (4) 200,

C Green 97.2/98.2 (8) 200, S Braund 98.2/98.2 (6) 200, M Williams 95.1/94.2 (12) 200, R Moulds 97.3/100.3 (2) 200, H Bradshaw 92.1/95.2 (9) 197, C Martens 96/90.1 (9) 195, L White 93.1/94 (6) 193, K Terrell 89.1/88.1 (13) 190, D Zerbe 98.5/86.1 (4) 188. Phoenix F Class: F Standard; M Roberts 197.5. Sighters; M Roberts 37.1. Handicap; M Roberts 100.4/97.1 (14) 211, J Roberts 91.1/95.1 (23) 209, E Kanik 94.1/93.1 (9) 196, L Scroop 79/94 (220 195, K Dickinson 89/92 (v) 181. Light River: A Grade; R Spillman 198.6. F Class; G Mincham 188.4. Sighters; B Semmler 38. Handicap; B Wrightson 98.5/99.5 (8) 215, R Spillman 98.2/100.4 (10) 214, B Semmler 97.4/100.6 (7) 214, P Bothwell 91.1/94.2 (19) 207, G Mincham 89.2/99.2 (9) 201, B Hall 86.1/96.3 (14) 200. Postal & Railways: A Grade; R Cunningham 193.8. B Grade; P Bissett 190.4. C Grade; B Phillips 184.4. Sighters; R Cunningham 39.2. Handicap; P Bissett 94.1/96.3 (7) 197, D Barr 95.1/94.1 (8) 197, V Synusas 97.1/94.2 (5) 196, R Cunningham 98.4/95.4 (2) 195, B Phillips 93.2/91.2 (8) 192, I Mackintosh 93/93.2 (6) 192, M Bethune 91.1/92.1 (8) 191, M Spendelove 95.1/87 (8) 190, P Collins 98.4/98.3 (v) 196.

MALLALA

Results from Saturday August 13. 30 target dbl barrel twilite: AA; D Keen 30/30. A; B Dempster 30/30. B; J Gilbert, B Zanker, T O’Connor 30/30. C; G Boland, V Petrallaro 27/30. 10 target night continental eye opener cash: AA; D Keen, R Borzillo 9/10. A; G Hopgood 10/10. B; B Zanker, T O’Connor 10/10. C; G Boland 9/10. 50 target continental state night titles: AA; B Dempster 45/50. O/all & A; A Treacy 48/50. B; T O’Connor 45/50. C; D Hemming 44/50. AA High Gun: B Dempster 83/90. Results from Sunday August 14. 25 target point score P Fleming memorial: AA; G Read 81/81, D Keen 78/81. A; D Pollard 73/75, B Cottell 72/75. B; L Ciaramellano 74/78, R Damin 71/78. C; C Noto 66/75, D Hemming 60/75. Lady; S Byrnes 70/75. Vet; R Flemming 69/75. Jnr; J Gilbert 63/75. 25 target continental: AA; D Mills 31/31, B Evans 30/31. A; R Flemming 27/27, J Melisi 26/27. B; T O’Connor 31/31, J Mattschoss 30/31. C; N Dempster 18/25, G Gordon 19/27. 50 target dbl barrel: AA; R Winckel 60/60, M Collumb 59/60. A; H Bowman 57/59, J Melisi 56/59. B; J Mitchel 90/91, G Tapscott 89/91. C; F Kopriva 41/52, J Meaney 40/52. High gun in A Grade; D Pollard 145/150. Next shoot Sunday September 4.

RILEY Chapman, Balaklava and Fletcher Thomas fight for the ball in Under 14’s.

Hockey Clare & district Under 14 match report

Play started well with good teamwork. Micah Hamann moved the ball well through the centre, ably assisted by Riley Chapman. There were some pickups resulting from good watching by Jayden and McKenna and Gian Haasbroek. Deep in the first half, Donnybrooks’ persistence paid off with they scored their first goal. Balaklava responded with excellent play, Mitchell Lawrie running hard, Sarah Goldney backing up, Nathan Shepherd, Daniel Clisby, Kailah Gates and Jahrika Haasbroek running the wing strongly. The second half commenced well with Balaklava quickly earning a short corner, but they were unable to covert. Donnybrook continued to press and scored another goal. Balaklava continued to work hard with Time Goldney playing strong in full back, and Ethan Gates as goalie. After a strong fight and consistent play, the game finished with Donnybrook 2 to Balaklava 0. Next week the Under 14’s and Women

JOSH Nourse, Clare/Donnybrook sprints to catch up with Balaklava’s Brock Hamann in Under 17’s.

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SPORT v Netball

Mallala’s intensity too much for Wells in semi final preview After a tight opening quarter where both teams came out hard and the scoreboard read nine goals each at the first break, Mallala then stepped up their game style and intensity in the second term, going on to grab a comfortable 16-goal win. “Our attack on the ball was strong from that point (quarter time) on,” coach, Courtney Kerr said. “Jessie Neilson and Midge May swapped in defence (GK and GD) and this match up worked really well for this contest. “Tessa Jarmyn’s accuracy improved this week and she dominated in the second quarter, while Tracy Kennett was strong all day. “Both her defensive pressure and intensity in attack was unstoppable, and despite it being a hot day she kept running hard all match. “At half time, we were proud of our lead but re-grouped, and all seven players were determined to stay focused for the remainder

of the game. “Since we will be facing Two Wells in the Sunday first semi final in a fortnight, we knew we had to treat this game like a final, particularly since most of our players have not played finals recently.” Co-captain, Midge May really stood out and her guidance and voice was fantastic. Despite the warmer weather, Mallala ran the game out and kept increasing its lead at each break. “It was a fantastic team game, with Tracy Kennett deserving ‘best on court’ honours with her continual attacking presence and play set up,” Kerr concluded. For the fourth placed Roosters side, Nicole Hardy in the defence circle was their best. Defensive pressure earns Balaklava the win A powerful third quarter by Balaklava in an away fixture, ensured victory in the penultimate round of the 2011 regular season

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Results of Adelaide Plains Netball Association matches played on Saturday A1: Balaklava 41 (Carly Gregor) d Hamley Bridge 29 (Ashleigh Koch). Long Plains 56 (Jane McBride) d Virginia 38 (Sarah Smith). Mallala 46 (Tracy Kennett) d Two Wells 30 (Nicole Hardy). A2: Long Plains 43 (Emma Laintoll) d Virginia 40 (Carissa Buckley). Two Wells 43 (Kylie Henwood) d Mallala 25 (Jayne Brown). Balaklava 43 (Alexandra Wilson) d Hamley Bridge 27 (Stacey Bell). A3: Balaklava 59 (Alex Simon) d Hamley Bridge 35 (Jodie Grantham). Virginia 55 (Carissa Buckley) d Long Plains 26 (Amy Daniel). Two Wells 45 (Cristie Castle) d Mallala 37 (Rosie Eckermann). A4: Two Wells 54 (Nicole Cocks) d Mallala 39 (not supplied). Virginia 32 (Selina Caruso) d Long Plains 27 (Marissa Bennett). Balaklava 71 (Tennayah Renshaw) d Hamley Bridge 6 (Cassandra Bell). A5: Two Wells 47 (Maddy Seccafien) d Mallala 31 (Greta Warrior). Long Plains 47 (Leanne Garwood) d Virginia 29 (Alison King). Mallala Away 35 (Sally Wilson) d Balaklava 29 (Abbie Tiller). A6: Mallala 37 (Hannah Martin) d Two Wells 31 (Trish Spurling). Hamley Bridge 29 (Chelsea Crispin) d Balaklava 28 (Taylar Durdin). B: Balaklava 34 (Taylar Durdin) d Hamley Bridge 19 (Rebecca Fritz). Mallala 33 (Sally Wilson) d Two Wells 21 (Maddy Seccafien). Balaklava Away 63 (Carly Williams) d Long Plains 14 (Georgia McArdle). C1: Hamley Bridge 37 (Carly Durdin) d Balaklava 13 (Tayla McBride). Two Wells 28 (not supplied) d Mallala 18 (not supplied). Long Plains 21 (Georgia McArdle) d Virginia 13 (Rachel O’Shea). C2: Mallala 22 (not supplied) d Two Wells 18 (Brooke Humphrys). Hamley Bridge 22 (Madeleine Rose) d Balaklava 12 (Cheyenne Pennycuick). Virginia 15 (Sheyanne Dragonoff) d Long Plains 10 (Teagan Sheridan).

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HAMLEY BRIDGE’S Stacey Hewitt and Balaklava’s Eliza Cottle tussle for possession during the A2 match on Saturday. BELOW: Morgan Platten in action for Hamley Bridge in A2.

TWO Wells GK, Karen Penhall jumps to defend as Mallala’s Megan Rimmer aims in A4. for this second placed side. The Peckerettes were only four goals up against the bottom side at quarter time, mainly due to ineffective shooting. This increased by just a single goal at half time. “We started to apply good defensive pres-

sure, especially through the third term,” playing coach, Michelle Williams said. “Carly Gregor at wing defence and Nadene Wehr at goal keeper were exceptional. “Through the middle of the court we started to control the flow of

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play, giving our goalies plenty of opportunities.” Williams herself was also a vital part of the defence in goal defence, with this trio being the backbone of the Peckerettes’ victory. The coach was also happy with Kate Cmrlec, who was used at goal attack, showing her versatility and playing a good all round game. With regular starting seven team members Talia Kruger and Chelsea Koch not playing, Williams was still happy with the 12 goal result. While, as expected, Gregor won the umpires’ acknowledgement for her efforts, Ashleigh Koch was the Bombers’ best in the officials’ eyes. Tall, long limbed defender, Alison Schahinger also was noteworthy in the defence circle, rebounding strongly. Teamwork seals the victory for Longies Josie McArdle’s Long Plains combination have proved they were the best side out of the top four after a compre-

hensive 18-goal victory over the team below them on the ladder, the Virginia Ramettes.

Virginia displayed some fortitude during the third quarter, wrestling back some ascendancy, but the Longies girls always looked the winners in this clash.

“We had a good day and this was a strong purposeful team effort,” McArdle said. “By quarter time we had already grabbed the momentum and our excellent second quarter set up the victory. “Having nine girls in the squad for this game gave me plenty of flexibility and rotations to use. “Emma Laintoll produced a great game in defence and this area of our game was one of the catalysts to our strong victory. “Alicia Sharman, playing at goal attack had a good game as well.” One of the most consistent players in Adelaide Plains netball and a player perceived by many, certainly within the “Tiger’s lair” as one of the very elite players in the competition, Jane McBride was considered best on court by many observers. For the vanquished, the better players included Sarah Smith, who got the nod from the umpires, Julia Starr at goal keeper and Cheyenne Krejzlik, playing in the centre court. Consistent indigenous talent Nicole Aguis also was a solid contributor.

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SPORT v Netball

Mallala leaves Wells girls behind A1: A tight Mallala side left Two Wells behind, 46-30. The game began evenly, with both teams scoring. Two Wells made a few errors and Mallala capitalised. Two Wells’ defence tried hard, forcing Mallala to make mistakes. The Wells girls let a few go, letting Mallala catch up. Nicole Hardy, Two Wells and Nerida May, Mallala stood out in this opening quarter. TW 9, Mal 9. Mallala started strongly in the second, scoring the first six goals. Two Wells GK, Mia Darling worked hard, deflecting and rebounding but Mallala’s defence were too strong. Mallala’s centre drove well. Two Wells’ Mia Darling and Mallala’s Tracey Kennett both performed well. TW 14, Mal 22. The third quarter saw a fierce start by Two Wells, working hard to claw back four goals. Mallala GA, Diana Feeley made her way into the game, scoring five of her team’s 10 goals. TW 22, Mal 32 The final quarter began fairly evenly, Two wells making some errors, which the Mallala girls made the most of. The Wells girls’ few goals for the quarter weren’t enough, Mallala taking the win by 16 goals. Nicole Hardy, Two Wells and Diana Feeley, Mallala worked hard for their respective sides. Final score: TW 30, Mal 46. Both sides played well, however Two Wells need to work on their game a little before they play again in the semi final. A3: In a match that began evenly, Two Wells pushed their lead out to win by eight. Two Wells GA, Cristie Castle and Mallala GS, Rosie Eckermann both began their shooting accurately, with goals going on centre passes. A very even quarter. TW 9, Mal 9. The second quarter began much the same as the first, with neither team getting the advantage. Two Wells were just one goal up at the half time whistle. TW 20, Mal 19. Two Wells made changes, bringing Neralie Wearn on into WA. The Wells girls defended well, turning the ball over and increasing their lead by five goals with four minutes left of the quarter. TW 33, Mal 29. Mallala made a change, putting Stacey Dugmore into WA. Both teams played a consistent game, with not many chances for interceptions or rebounds. Two Wells made some inroads in the quarter, with an 11-4

ABOVE: Michelle Dimasi, Two Wells doesn’t let Mallala’s Sonia Angus pull off an intercept in the A4’s on Saturday. RIGHT: Mallala’s Dawn Buckby defends as Two Wells WD, Kimberley Juvan looks to pass. quarter with three minutes remaining. Final score: TW 45, Mal 37. Mallala’s Rosie Eckermann shot well, scoring all of her team’s goals. Both GA, Cristie Castle and GS, Cassie Kent were accurate shooters for Two Wells. A4: Two Wells and Mallala encountered a hard fought battle, seeing Two Wells victors by 15 goals. This game saw many turnovers by both teams. Two Wells capitalised winning a close game. TW 54, Mal 39. It was reasonably even in the first quarter for both teams have many turnovers. Two Wells WD Kimberly Juvan produced some great intercepts. TW 13, Mal 11. Early in the second quarter Two Wells gained momentum scoring four goals in a row. Even with great defence by Mallala GK Belinda Angus, Two Wells continued to score late into the quarter. TW 24, Mal 20. Megan Hatch came on

into GA for Two Wells in the third quarter scoring quickly. Turnovers were aplenty with Two Wells capitalising. TW 38, Mal 32 The last quarter started with both teams applying pressure all over the court, which resulted in many turnovers. Two Wells were the first to settle scoring four unanswered goals. Sonia Angus for Mallala made some great intercepts resulting in goals, but it was to be Two Wells’ day winning a hard fought game. TW 54, Mal 39. A6: An evenly paced game resulted in a win for Mallala, who were able to capitalise on Two Wells’ errors. Mal 37, TW 31. Two Wells played the first quarter well leading by three at the end of the quarter. Cali Wormington for Two Wells moved well in the circle in GS shooting well. Mallala came back fighting, keeping Two Wells defence on their toes. Mallala scored the first few goals for the quarter

and kept up the pace, in front by two goals at half time. Two Wells were determind to keep up with Mallala going into the third quarter. Trish Spurling performed well in GD for Two Wells, but Mallala ended the quarter three goals ahead. The final quarter saw errors starting to creep into Two Wells game. Mallala continued their fluent game pace in the last coming away with the win.Mal 37, TW 31. B grade: Both teams were off to a great start, but some bad passes set Mallala back. Jade McFarlane in WD was a standout player in the opening quarter. TW 8, Mal 5. Good defence by Two Wells, with good pressure also. Two Wells showed some great shooting, as did Mallala towards the end of the quarter. Chelsea Fabrici played well in GK for Two Wells. TW 10, Mal 17. There were many misses by Two Wells and strong defence

by Mallala. Good defence was also shown by Mallala’s GK and GD. Mallala’s GA was strong throughout this term. Two Wells came back fighting and Mallala showed great defence. Overall, a great game by both sides, well done girls! Final score: TW 21, Mal 33. C1: 18-28 A very even first quarter with both defences working hard, however injuries to Two Wells’ C and Mallala’s GD saw a low score for the start of the game. Jacinta Deplee in GA for Two Wells and Kayla Goudie in C for Mallala worked well. TW 7, Mal 4. The tight game continued with good shooting from both teams’ GA players. Great defensive work from Two Wells saw them retain their lead. Two Wells’ GK, Tayla Oakley along with Jacinta Deplee in GA helped their team tremendously throughout this quarter, as did Kayla Goudie in GA for Mallala. TW 14, Mal 10. The third quarter held a

tight and even game, with both teams evenly matched. TW 19, Mal 15. The last quarter saw Two Wells finish the game, with star performer, Jacinta DePlee, the top scorer for the game. Overall, a great competitive game. Final score: TW 28, Mal 18. C2: Mallala were too strong on the day, running out winners 22-18. Both teams started with great enthusiasm. Mallala took an early lead through GA Kate Wilson and GS Jessica Heaslip, who were nicely set up by WA Emma Charleson and Centre Elli Schupelius.Two Wells responded with great shooting by GS Tayla Southwell and GA Caitlin Musolino to lead by two at the end of the first quarter. Mallala’s defence tightened up at the start of the second quarter with GK Jessica Helps and GD Abbie Ferris outstanding.Two Wells centre Holly Bates stabilised the passes with help from WD Stephanie Dedes. GK Jade Murphy and GD Jaime Stringer continued to defend well throughout the quarter against strong opposition. Mallala hung on to lead by 10 goals to 9 at half time. The third quarter got underway with GS Amy Spoolder shooting effectively for Two Wells, while GD Brooke Humphrys held her player well. WA Jaclyn Stankevicius made more space at the centre passes along with Mallala’s WA Rachael Verner who led out well. This was developing into a close encounter with both teams evenly matched. Mallala went into the final quarter with a 15-14 lead. Despite Two Wells’ WA, Stephanie Seres leading well in the final quarter, Mallala was too strong in their passing and shooting to run out victors by 22 goals to 18. D1: The young Two Wells side tried hard all game, unable to stop Mallala’s dominating run. Mallala dominated this encounter with good passing and positioning. Two Wells tried hard but were outmatched in height. For Mallala, GA Lilliana Mathew played well, while Chantelle Harrison was in good shooting form. Two Wells fought hard, with Ruth Slattery and Kiana Mallison doing well in defence, but Mallala did not relinquish their pressure, winning by 37 goals to 2.

APNA netty star Name: Jessica Barons Nickname: Jess DOB: 30/12/1989 Height: 169cm Team: Virginia Rams Position: GS Who is the most damaging player (on or off court) in your club? Cheyenne she’s wise with every move she makes on court Who is your club’s hardest worker (on or off court)? Bek Barons, ‘cos she’s short so has to work that much harder to jump for those high balls! LOL Highlight of netball career? Winning our first ever game What’s you number one passion outside

ABOVE: Balaklava’s Casey Michael intercepts a pass to Hamley Bridge centre, Naomi Bubner, during the A2 match at Hamley Bridge. LEFT: Cherie Willmer receives the ball for Balaklava. Plains Producer, Wednesday August 17, 2011

netball? Shopping If you could trade places with any other person for a week, famous or not, living or dead, real or fictional, with whom would it be? Spongebob Squarepants (it would be amazing to live under the sea) What’s the book you read/movie you went to see? The One That Got Away/Bad Teacher

If you won $20 million in the lotto, what would you do with the money? Build myself a house and buy a new car or travel the world If you were a car, what kind would you be? Ford festiva If you were on the front page of the newspaper, what would the headline say? “The most impressive goal shot in the APNA by Jess Barons” If you could take any person on your next netball trip, who would it be? Kaity Vigor (would be lots of fun!) What’s the best/ weirdest/grossest item in your fridge? Apple fruit boxes/garlic paste/celery

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Balaklava 3 bedroom brick home, 2 separate living areas. Kitchen and separate dine. Double carport. Air conditioning, wood heater, $240 per week. Phone 0409 100 062 Balaklava - 3 bedroom home. Double carport and shed. Low maintenance garden. Phone 8864 5096.

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Blue Heeler Kelpie cross pups. 4 males and 2 females, 8 weeks old, $110 each. Ph 0427 859 716. Electric meat saw, ex butcher shop, good condition, $600 o.n.o. Phone 8865 2162.

Firewood for sale, cut and delivered, kindling available. Phone/mobile: 0407 896 159 or a/hours 8865 2127.

Firewood cut, $220 tonne. Delivered locally. Balaklava Museum. Phone 8862 1854 or 8862 1741. Firewood - top quality split red gum or blue gum, $270 per tonne. 1/2 tonne loads available. All loads weighed. Free delivery to Owen and surrounding areas. Phone 0412 887 040 anytime.

Firewood 7x5 trailer, stacked up high, white mallee, great burning wood, $250 delivered. Phone Tim (08) 8862 1261.

Giveaway grey computer desk. Bargains top load washing machine $40. Sanyo bar freezer $50. Pink brass single beds 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 288 642.

Nissan Pulsar ST, 2003, auto, reversing camera, central locking, air conditioning, reg XDZ 005, $9,000. Ph 0409 286 320.

Pullets, point of lay, Isa brown; Also incubator 144 eggs, as new, $680. Westview Poultry. Ph: 8864 5096 or 0400 297 658.

Death

Prior, George Albert (Bert). Passed away peacefully at Penfold Mews, ECH Smithfield on August 12, 2011 Aged 83 years

Loved and devoted husband of the late Enid. Loved and loving father and father-in-law of Brian and Wendy, Raymond and Lorraine, Wayne and Tracey, Lyndon and Linda (deceased), Mark and Debbie. Adored and much loved poppa of Deanna and Shane, Matthew and Rhonda, Nathan and Caroline, Julie and Michael, Emily (deceased), Michelle and Michael, Leah and Tim, Trent, Simon, Anthony and Alison, Tammy, Lauchlan, Andrew and Jenna, Megan and Brett. Cherished great-poppa of Alisha and Glen, Kara, Jayde, Gabrielle, Alexis, Brian Junior, Chloe, Tamika and Michael, and Jarrod, Ryan, Gabriella, and Logan. Proud great-great poppa of Imogen, and Kobe. Dearly loved eldest son of George Arthur (deceased) and Marjorie Doris (deceased). Much loved eldest brother of Eileen (deceased) and David, Kevin (deceased) and Maureen.

The family wish to thank Dr Trevor Taylor for his devoted compassion and care for Mum and Dad over the last 20 years. A special thank you to the Bertie Beetle Girls at ECH for their loving care. The relatives and friends of the late Mr. George Albert (Bert) are respectfully advised that his Funeral Service will be conducted entirely in the Two Wells Community Centre, Old Port Wakefield Road, Two Wells (situated behind the Two Wells Oval). on Thursday August 18, 2011 commencing at 2pm.

In lieu of Floral tributes a donation in memory of Bert can be made to the Cancer Council. Envelopes will be available at the Service. Smithfield & Elizabeth Funeral Directors Accredited Member A.F.D.A. Elizabeth 8255 5607.

Death

Madigan - Florence Clare “Florrie”. Passed away peacefully on August 13 at Mill Court. Dearly loved wife of Fred (deceased). Mother of Marilyn and Melvyn. Mother-in-law of Bill. Nanna of Paul and Peter. So many cherished memories.

CONTRACT slaughtering is our speciality at our quality assured Snowtown Abattoirs for butcher shop farmers and every day people. Serving all areas. Phone 8865 2162.

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Intending player for… • Junior Tennis • Saturday Senior Tennis • Thursday Night Senior Tennis Please contact Louise Michael 8528 6275 or Tania Allen 8862 2212 by September 9

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Youth United begins again

Thursday AUG 18, SEPT 1, 15, 29 at Balaklava Uniting Church Hall (Edith Terrace, Balaklava)

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

Melanie Evans 0427 796 970 Lee Cunningham 0429 621 143

OWEN’S

BOOT SALE & MARKET Sunday August 21

2pm - 5.30pm Owen Hall & Surrounds Stalls Include: • Plants • Jewellery • Woodwork • Photography • Household goods • Cakes & produce BBQ & Much, Much, More! Joy Woodroofe 8528 6365

Wishing you a very happy 76th Birthday! Lots and lots of love, Kerrie & Vicki xxx

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Cash Wool Day Thursday August 25, 2011

9am – 4pm at Elders - Lot 12 Flett Road, Roseworthy

• All lines & oddments accepted • Wool buyer will be in attendance For further details please call Richard Jones on 0419 031 105 or 8524 8333

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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.

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

Now reunited with Mum and the rest of the Prior clan.

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

FITZGERALD - GRIFFITHS. Julianne and Ray together with Julie and Andrew are thrilled to announce the engagement of Brooke and Brad on August 12. Wi s h i n g th e m e v e r y happiness for their future together.

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AGM Wednesday August 24 at 7pm at Balaklava Sports Club

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MONSTER AUCTION Sunday October 9 Starting at 10am at Balaklava Showgrounds • Deliveries from Saturday 10 - 10am • Donated & commission items • Commissioned lots under $5 will become a dontation • 15% commission on items up to $700 • 10% commission on items above $700 • No mattresses accepted •Idenification required

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(Estate of LJ Klingner) Sections 164, 165 & 379 Hundred of Dalkey Sections 2, 520, 18 & 19 Hundred of Balaklava Sections 67 & 68 Hundred of Balaklava To be offered in 5 Lots Lot 1 = 426 acres approx., Lot 2 = 380 acres approx. Lot 3 = 505 acres approx., Lot 4 = 782 acres approx. Lot 5 = 66 acres approx. Improvements - Consist of a basic home plus 50 x 30 piggery, 50 x 30 barn, large implement shed and workshop and other various shedding. AUCTION Friday, 26th August at 11am at the Balaklava Football Club 5% deposit on the fall of the hammer. Bidders ID and registration required prior to Auction. Settlement 28/02/2012 Inspection by appointment Contact Michael Window 0418 846 485 or Chris Wardle 0418 859 372

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Casual Positions Available Requirements: • Aged Care Certificate III & National Police Check • Closing date: August 26, 2011 Enquires for application & job description: Antonetta Eales Hamley Bridge Memorial Hospital Inc PO Box 11, Hamley Bridge SA 5401 Phone: 08 8528 2276 Fax: 08 8528 2618 Email: ant@hbmh.com.au

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Road Closure Frost Road and St Andrews Road, Lewiston NOTICE is hereby given that the District Council of Mallala at its meeting held on July 25, 2011, resolved pursuant to Section 359 of the Local Government Act 1934, Council excludes all vehicles, with the exception of Council and Emergency Services vehicles, from that portion of Frost Road, Lewiston, between Hancock Drive and Cavallaro Place, and from that portion of St Andrews Road, Lewiston, between Dawkins Road and St George Boulevard, from the date of publication of a notice to this effect in the Government Gazette and a local newspaper until July 31, 2015. C Mansueto - Chief Executive Officer

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9 Roberts Avenue, Balaklava

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

Very Urgent Sale

$195,000

OWEN

$335,000

PT WAKEFIELD

$175,000

RIVERTON - NEW

$225,000

• Large, modern family home with all conveniences • Corner allotment with spacious, well maintained yard. • Flexible floor plan, 4 or 5 bedrooms, ensuite, 2 living areas. • Outdoor entertaining area.

Owen - NEW

Balaklava

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BALAKLAVA

• 3 good sized bedrooms • Eat in country kitchen • Low maintenance yard • Single garage

$179,000

• 3 bedroom home set on over 3 acres • Fully functional kitchen/dine, lounge & computer room/sunroom • Large undercover entertaining areas • Double garage, chook run, dog run and two horse corrals suitable for ponies.

Balaklava

$178,000

BALAKLAVA

$388,000

• 6% investment – rented until 2/12 $205pw • Paved alfresco dining area. • 3 bdrm home with BIR in the master. • Renovated bathroom and open plan kitchen/ dine & lounge.

$188,000

Immaculate 3 bedroom home, lounge, kitchen & meals plus sunroom. Ducted cooling & reverse cycle air conditioning, patio, lovely gardens in a lovely street.

• Quality exec home on 2 lge allotments. • 3 bed, 2 bath with large living areas • 3 car carport UMR with rear verandah. • Manicured front & rear yards with standard roses, scrubs and lush lawn. • 40’x60’ shed with concrete floor & 3 phase power.

RLA 223600

Kelly Leach 0417 146 451

• Neat home on corner allotments • Open plan living with 2 bedrooms • Established garden beds • Carport & storage shed

• c1870’s stone cottage that has been ideally renovated. • 3 bedrooms + study area • Country style kitchen/dining • Fruit trees, shaded area, garage & garden shed.

SNOWTOWN

$94,000

WATERVALE

$449,000

• A recently renovated freestone cottage • 2 double bdrms, open plan lounge/dine • Updated kitchen with tiled floor and working wood stove • Set on a large country allotment, with front & rear verandah, • 1849circa immaculately renovated 5 bedroom stone home • Kitchen/dining/living area is open plan and is spacious & modern • Wet areas are tastefully tiled with separate claw foot bath and shower. • Outside hosts a triple bay carport, a/c gge/ workshop, woodshed, chook yard

RLA : 230661

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• Fresh new listings required we have buyers ready to buy now” • Get your property advertised here in bright colour to display it’s features the way it deserves

Balaklava

$289,950

17 Roberts Avenue

• Formal lounge room • 3 carpeted bedrooms • Outdoor • Centrally position entertainment area 3 way bathroom • Open plan • Main bedroom with WIR & ensuite kitchen & dining access

Balaklava

20 Kelly Street

$149,000

Ideal investment or 1st home

• Three bedroom house • 717m2 {approx.} block • Main bedroom has full length built in robe

Pt Wakefield Red $120,000

27 Wharf Crescent

• 2 bedroom • Open plan lounge • Kitchen & dining • Side veranda

• Low maintenance yard • Only steps from the wharf

Balaklava $190,000

Unit 5 4 War Memorial Dv

• Secure 6 unit complex • 2 bedrooms • Easy care yard • Large open plan lounge and eating • Kitchen ample cupboards • Tiled bathroom sep bath and shower • Garage w/- direct access to unit

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Balaklava

$185,000

18 Ralli Street

• 3 Bedrooms • 2 garden sheds • 1012m2 block • Property leased to a • Semi modern reliable tenant kitchen • Affordable • Built- in in bedrooms investment

Balaklava

$215,000

12 Baker Street

Great location and ready to go

• 4 Bedrooms • Stone Home • Quiet location • Large Kitchen • Large Lounge

• Recently retiled bathroom & laundry • Ducted A/C • Recently painted inside

Balaklava Red $289,900

30 Roberts Ave

Ideal family home with 4 bedrooms & 2 living areas

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

Vacant Land

Wattle Ridge Estate Stage 2

• 9 lots remaining • Wide frontages • Sizes: 527m2 to 1,057m2 • Price range $68,950 to $92,950

Balaklava $160,000 17 Kelly Street

Rentals

Location & Great Investment

• Lochiel farmlet, large stone home, 4 bedrooms $200/week

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

More rental properties required

• 4 Baker Street, Balaklava, 3 bedroom cottage $195/week

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

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Premiership showdown Rams, Peckers in ‘battle of Balaklava’ While both United and reigning premiers Mallala certainly have other ideas, this Saturday’s clash between the Peckers and Virginia at Balaklava Oval could be the first of three clashes between these two clubs in four weeks. But the only thing on the end of this clash, besides the obvious pride, is a minor premiership. Stuart Lamond’s Balaklava combination have a handsome percentage of 65.27 going into this contest, while the Rams, who have the extra victory at the moment still have a strong percentage of 61.17, but can hand over the top spot on the ladder if they lose this game. The Peckers are likely to add Brad Michael after spending last week on the sidelines with concussion, while Scott Farrell won’t play. “We’ll keep our options open and naturally we won’t be playing all our cards on Saturday,” Lamond said. “There will be a few things that will be tweaked, but because we’re not a side that ‘tags’ opponents, it could become a bit of a shootout.

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“It is not ideal playing your second semi final opponent two weeks in a row.” The Rams have now won 11 games on the trot and Greg Phillips’ philosophy is “winning form is good form”. “We’ll still attack this game and be looking for a victory,” Phillips confirmed. “Team structures and the playing group working within them is a key in my eyes. “Playing team orientated football is what our club is all about.” While Caleb Howell started running water last week for the Rams, he’s isn’t expected to don a Rams jumper until second semi final day. n Continued page 23

n LACHLAN Michael kicks towards the Peckers’ goal during Saturday’s A grade clash with the Bombers at Hamley Bridge on Saturday, leaving Bomber Shane Caterall, in his wake. INSET: Pecker Sam Rowland takes a high flying mark.

Niklaus’ 11-goal haul leads Rams to victory The visiting Tigers had no answer to Virginia’s power forward last Saturday. A strongly built left footer, Brendon Niklaus produced an amazing 11-goal effort to lead the Rams to a comfortable 43 point victory over the fourth placed United side. Over the last three rounds, Nicklaus has kicked an amazing 23 goals and just a single behind in three rounds of football. It’s a great sign for the Rams, with just this weekend’s round remaining before the finals. And what a game it will be, playing the premiership-hungry Peckers at Ralli Park! Rams coach, Greg Phillips said

Nicklaus’ effort reminded him of his days at Alberton, when he had the likes of Scott Hodges and Tim Evans, who were noted accurate goal kickers in Port Adelaide’s successive era’s of yesteryear. In the match itself, it took until the final term for the hosts to break the shackles. Virginia led by 15 points at the initial break – this was reduced to eight points by half time. “We got off to a good start, but United actually grabbed the lead in the second term,” Virginia coach Greg Phillips explained. “Our intensity and ability to hunt the ball wasn’t what I would have liked in the second term.

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“The group addressed this issue themselves at the half time break, with guys like Anthony Johnston, Graham Rigney and Matt Young, ensuring the group responded. “Leadership is starting to become a natural part of there game.” The game was still up for grabs at lemons, before the Rams’ seven goalto-two final quarter ensured Virginia

grabbed the premiership points. Along with Niklaus’stellar best on ground effort and his second 10-plus goal haul of the season, other leading performers in the ‘red, green and white’ included Daniel Kerr on Peter Burgoyne in defence, Rocky Perre on a wing and Nathan Warren on a half back flank. Talented indigenous footballer, Graham Rigney and big Ben Galic both in ruck and through the key positions were also influential. For the Tigers, Sam Harding, coming across from Willaston earlier in the season Mikey Brown and Ross Sharer stood out. Adrian Mills through the middle of

the ground was industrious and until he was injured, Will Banton was competitive in the big man duals. Veteran Peter Burgoyne and Alistair Fleming both kicked three goals for United. Nicklaus now has 89 goals for the 2011 campaign, averaging 6.36 goals a match, despite spending a week on the sidelines when he was suspended for not playing in the Landmark Cup. He has a minimum of one minor round game and two finals to crack the magical 100-goal mark. n Peter Argent’s other A grade match reviews, page 22

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