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Pools need help

Supervisor shortage threatens summer opening hours

Joseph Goldney makes a splash at Balaklava pool.

Regular access to local swimming pools this summer may be under threat due to the short supply of supervisors.

All local pool committees, including Balaklava, Owen and Hamley Bridge, are working towards having their supervisors complete their Senior First Aid course and Bronze Medallion.

Wakefield Regional Council (WRC)

Louise Michael reports: expects pools to operate to the best of their ability under the Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS) handbook “Guidelines for Safe Pool Operation”. However, there appears to be no current government legislation enforcing these particular guidelines.

WRC governance officer, Brian Shields, said pools’leases required operators to maintain RLSS standards to satisfy local government insurer, the Mutual Liability Scheme.

Some of the guidelines in the handbook appear very difficult for small country pools to adhere to. n CONTINUED PAGE 2

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Judy wins $300,000 luxury car Les Pearson reports:

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IMAGINE winning a $300,000 luxury car but never driving it out of the showroom it sits in.

That is exactly what Pinery resident Judy Clifford will experience after winning a Maserati GranTurismo, the early bird prize in the Hospital Research Foundation Lifestyles Lottery.

Judy enters the raffle each year to assist Queen Elizabeth Hospital. “I don’t really care if I win because I’m supporting a good cause,” she said.

Judy was ecstatic after getting the good news on Wednesday last week.

After the initial bouts of disbelief faded, Judy contacted husband, Trevor, who also questioned the reality of the win, claiming his wonderful wife must have fallen victim to some form of mobile phone scam. n CONTINUED PAGE 4

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NEWS v District council explains:

HAVING fun on a recent hot day are (from left) Kaitlyn Mumford, Zoe Bell and Kara Binka.

Weather and ‘complications’ delay work on North street ONGOING delays in progress in roadworks on North street, Port Wakefield, are frustrating residents along the street.

Wakefield Regional Council infrastructure services manager, David Hassett, sympathised with annoyed ratepayers but claimed a continuing run of bad luck with weather and other complications were taking their toll.

He explained council stopped work on North street over winter given regular rain would hinder progress – but once ready to restart work in August, rain became so persistent, work was further delayed.

Mr Hassett said it had been disappointing to encounter so many setbacks in a project originally penned in to be completed by February this year.

Storm water from other parts of town also gets directed towards the street, complicating issues a little more.

Mr Hassett has every faith council employees have been regularly communicating with the street’s residents throughout the process.

“The guys have been very consultative with the people living along that road,” he said.

Mr Hassett was unable to provide a timeline for the work to be finished.

“North street is progressing. However, due to external issues to that of the road construction, a completion date has not been projected,” he said.

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Swimming pools need supervisors •From Page 1 These include: n Different rules for low patronage pools, where there are consistently fewer than 25 people in the water at any one time.

If there is an unexpected increase in patrons, an extra supervisor would be required. n A minimum of two people on duty at any one time. At least one should be of lifeguard standard, and the other a qualified supervisor.

This is where the supervisor shortage problem comes in.

Balaklava pool supervisor coordinator, Roweena Tiller, said: “Our pool committee asks the general public to be patient as we try to either train more supervisors, or find some more qualified people.”

“But at this stage, with only two

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people available for our roster, we cannot guarantee the pool will be open all the time.”

Other local pools at Owen and Hamley Bridge could be in the same boat.

If you’re aged over 16 years and would like to offer your services as a supervisor to help keep your local pool open, please contact your local pool committee.

Supervisors are pivotal to the safety of pool users, and with an increasing number of poor swimmers in Australia, the job is more vital.

Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS) warns a drowning crisis is now looming because of the staggering number of children who leave primary school every year unable to swim the length of an Olympic swimming pool or keep

afloat for two minutes – the national benchmark.

With the same number of children having left primary school without these skills for the past 10 years, and with no effective system in secondary schools to fix the problem, it is highly likely that 500,000 young Australians are currently at an extreme risk of drowning, RLSS claims.

RLSS is calling on federal and state governments to ensure swimming and water safety becomes a mandatory component of the new curriculum.

“Every child deserves a swimming and water safety education and urgent measures are needed to fix this issue,”said RLSS CEO Rob Bradley.

“Being able to swim and enjoy

the water safely is a fundamental right of every Australian child.

There are multiple non-school swimming programs around, which are suitable for people of all ages.

A Water Awareness for Infants & Toddlers program is being run in January at Balaklava pool.

RLSS is conducting Swim and Survive programs for both adults and children at Balaklava from December 19-23. For bookings Ph 8234 9244.

School holiday Vacswim classes are at ALL local pools from January 4-12 and bookings can be made online or at any of the pools on December 31. If money is a problem, RLSS, with support from food supplier Uncle Tobys, has established the Swim and Survive Fund to ensure no child misses out.

Les wins National Press Club award PLAINS Producer reporter, Les Pearson, was announced as a category winner at the National Press Club of Australia Excellence in Health Journalism function in Canberra last week.

Les was a joint winner of the Best Feature, Article or Presentation category for his Yeuendumu series, which he wrote at the Riverland Weekly, based in Berri, where he was formerly employed.

The series was based around the work of Berri GP, Dr Paula Kitto, and her work in the remote indigenous community of Yuendumu, 300

Category winners (from left) Niall Byrne (December Media), Les Pearson (Plains Producer), Peter Waterman (Australian Pharmacist), Maryanne Demasi (Catalyst, ABC TV) and Paul Smith (Australian Doctor). kilometres north west of isolated area, while also egory win with Paul Alice Springs. Through- touching on the many Smith from Australian out the articles, Dr wonderful experiences Doctor magazine, who Kitto described the daily she has had while work- is a two-time winner challenge of providing ing in the friendly town. of Health Journalist of health care in such an Les tied in the cat- the Year.

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NEWS v District

Council, SA Water combine to push for new pipeline WAKEFIELD Regional Council (WRC) is proposing to enter into a consortium arrangement with SA Water to lodge an expression of interest (EOI) for funding under the Regional Development Australia Fund (RDAF) for construction of a water pipeline.

The 47-kilometre mains water pipeline would run from the Upper Wakefield Storage, located west of Auburn, past Balaklava and Bowmans to Port Wakefield, at an estimated cost of $30 million.

No budgets have been set, but it is expected SA Water would meet a substantial part of the cost, with significant funding coming from the RDAF grant, if successful.

This infrastructure would provide water for existing and planned pig and poultry farm developments and enhance the potential for further industrial development in Balaklava and Bowmans.

In addition, the new pipeline would support possible increased residential development proposed for Balaklava and Port Wakefield.

The matter was discussed at last week’s council meeting.

WRC acting chief executive officer, Geoff Sheridan, said it is very early “to even consider planning around it” before council’s expression of interest is considered by the RDA.

Deputy mayor NORTHERN ward councillor and current deputy mayor, Darryl Ottens, will continue in the role for the remainder of the council term.

Wakefield Regional Council agreed on this at last week’s meeting, also deciding the appointment would not need an annual vote, which had been the case.

Ken takes an ‘Emu’ award for research

Sally Crowther reports: KEN Warnes, Owen’s well-known Australian native plant enthusiast, has been awarded for his love of plants with a National Amateur award presented to him by the Australian Plant Society.

Ken, 70, has been studying the Australian native plant, Eremophila, otherwise known as emu bush, for the past 50 years.

Believing extracts from this particular plant can be used for pharmaceutical purposes, Ken established an Eremophila study group (Society for Growing Australian Plants) in the 1970’s.

“Everyone sees them as just a very beautiful plant, but we have discovered there’s more to them than that,” Ken said.

Ken spends his time collecting samples from the wild, including Western Australia, the Nullabor and Gawler ranges.

“We’ve found more than 300 types, all with different characteristics, and find new ones every time we go out,” Ken said.

A recent study showed the plant extracts had anti-bacterial and anti-fungal qualities, which will prove popular in the pharmaceutical market.

Not only is there pharmaceutical qualities, but it also shows potential in the future of horticulture.

“This is something which may be farmed in the near distant future and I’m sure we will have many more plantations” Ken said.

While it was a significant discovery, with plenty of ongoing research to conduct, Ken was humbled by the medal award.

“It was a fair honour,” he said. “I’m sure if I didn’t start research on this, someone else would have.”

With the study group still going strong, enthusiasts will continue to research and work hard in order to break this beautiful Australian flower into the demanding pharmaceutical market.

‘working local, thinking global’

Councils plan response Buying Oaten & Cereal Hay to complaints criticism The South Australian Ombudsman’s report into complaint handling by councils has provided some valuable recommendations, according to the Local Government Association (LGA).

LGA CEO, Wendy Campana, said while the Ombudsman’s recent report card had given councils a “can do better” it was very positive councils involved in the audit agreed there was room for improvement and were working towards suggested changes.

“I was pleased 12 councils were available to take part in the Ombudsman’s audit,” Ms Campana said.

“It is important complaints from the community are given a high priority by councils and it is pleasing to note (Ombusman) Mr (Richard) Bingham has recognised councils are generally responsive to complaints from the public.

“The audit’s findings will give us some direction on the changes that need to be made to improve council complaint handling mechanisms.”

Wakefield Regional Council was scrutinised earlier this year by the Ombudsman over its handling of the sale of land at Port Wakefield.

Ms Campana said the LGA had

already begun a process to draft new model policies and procedures for complaints handling which will be considered by the LGA State Executive Committee at its January meeting and had consulted with the Ombudsman during this process.

“We are keen to ensure there are relevant and consistent mechanisms for complaint handling across the sector,” she said.

“The Ombudsman’s audit has highlighted areas that need improvement and we will work with councils to ensure they are more responsive and timely in the management of complaints.”

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No place for Judy’s Maserati out on the farm • From Page 1 But the best and most contrasting reactions came from the couple’s two sons, Michael and Aaron.

“Michael was very casual about it and just said ‘oh well, you’ve got to be in it to win it’,” Judy explained.

“But Aaron got very emotional. He he was excited.

“He was probably thinking he’s gone from having a daggy mum to a superstar driving around in a sports car.”

The win also attracted a marriage proposal from an employee at the car dealership where the vehicle is currently on display.

“He just wanted me for the car, so I had to turn him down,” Judy laughed. “He didn’t want to talk to me after that.”

The vehicle is a wonderful piece of auto-engineering, the Maserati label alone attracting a huge price tag.

However, the mother of two said the vehicle simply would not belong on the country roads to the family farm at Pinery and around the Adelaide Plains.

Judy has instead opted to sell it brand new to a dealership or private buyer.

“I’m open to offers,” she said.

The family was going to head to Adelaide today to look at the prize, as well as sit inside and take some photos.

“I’m too nervous to even drive it onto the street,” Judy said.

“Reversing also isn’t a strong point I have so in the interest of the car, it is staying inside the dealership and it will only be going forward if I do get behind the wheel.”

Her ticket will also still be eligible to enter the main draw, with the chance to win the $1.35 million grand prize package.

It’s magic motoring The Maserati GranTurismo is a two-door 2+2 coupé produced by Maserati. It shares the platform of the Maserati Quattroporte V. Designed by legendary designer Pininfarina, it features fluid lines that direct the eye smoothly from the stunning front to the sweeping rear.

The vehicle was unveiled at the 2007 Geneva Motor Show. The standard version has a 4.2 litre V8 engine (298 kW; 399 hp) and six speed automatic. The larger engine is a 4.7 litre V8.

The body has been derived from the Maserati Quattroporte V with double wishbone front suspensions and multilink rear suspension.

Maserati is named after Alfieri, Bindo and Ettore Maserati. The marque was established in 1914.

Officine Alfieri Maserati was founded on December 1,1914 in Bologna, Italy. Since then, Maserati has played a consistently important role in the history of sports car culture and its development.

Nearly a century of activity has brought with it glorious achievements both on the road and the track as well as more challenging

times, which have helped forge the company’s character and personality.

The seven Maserati brothers were born in Voghera to Rodolfo, a train driver, and Carolina Losi.

Carlo, their first son, was born in 1881, Bindo in 1883 and Alfieri in 1885. At just a few months old, Alfieri sadly passed away and his parents decided to name their next son, born in 1887, after him. They were to have three more children: in 1890 Mario was born, followed by Ettore in 1894 and Ernesto in 1898.

All of the Maseratis were involved in the engineering, design, and construction of cars, except for Mario, who was a painter and is presumed to have invented the company trademark, the trident, borrowed from the statue of Neptune in the square of the same name in Bologna.

The first of the brothers to become involved with engines was Carlo, who worked in a bicycle factory in Affori, near Milan. He designed a single-cylinder engine for a velocipede, which was later manufactured by

the Marquis Carcano di Anzano del Parco. Carlo Maserati also raced on Carcano bikes equipped with the engine he had designed, winning a few races and setting a speed record of 50 km/h (31 mph) in 1900.

In 1937 the Maserati brothers sold their shares in the company to the Orsi family from Modena. The company relocated from Bologna to the now historic headquarters on Viale Ciro Menotti in Modena. Ernesto had already designed the 4CL and 8CL engines, which powered the cars of the same name in the late 1930s. The Maserati brothers stayed on in Modena as chief engineers until 1948.

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The coming summer holidays will be jammed packed with reading fun at Two Wells and Mallala public libraries, thanks to a Summer Reading Club program.

The District Council of Mallala Library service has again decided to get on board with the program, which this year is in the theme of The Amazing Read.

The theme explores the many different places you can take your book and read, as well as encouraging children from all over Australia to share their stories.

The program will promote reading as an enjoyable experience and encourage children to seek out new places to read, along with celebrating familiar reading spaces.

The Summer Reading Club is divided into three levels for children from birth to 16 years, offering a variety of engaging creative writing activities, arts and crafts and games which encourage a love for books and reading as well as literacy and computer skills.

Highlights of this years program include a live web chat with respected children’s authors, including Morris Gleitzman and Andy Griffiths, along with the activity of finishing the ending to stories started by such authors as Paul Jennings.

Registrations for the Summer Reading Club open on tomorrow, December 1, at Two Wells Public Library and branches at Mallala and Windsor.

Children and young people can register for free at any library branch and will receive a participation pack with library information and an activity booklet.

liberal senator’s concern, BUT CHEMO CHAIRS COMING NEXT YEAR:

Local help for cancer sufferers

Senator Edwards

LOCAL cancer sufferers can expect to see eight new chemotherapy chairs in the region by the second half of 2012.

The chairs, four each for the Gawler and Clare hospitals, were announced by the Federal government in May last year but at this stage, they are yet to arrive.

Liberal Senator, Sean Edwards, recently raised the issue, claiming cancer sufferers in the region are being ignored.

“Where’s the cancer service?” the Clare based senator asked..

“That’s the call 18 months after the government announced it would fund the establishment of the chemo-

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therapy unit, yet the treatment remains unavailable. “Where does this leave the treatment of cancer sufferers in the Balaklava area?”

In response, Federal Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion, released a statement declaring delivery of the services was on schedule.

“Under the agreement with the South Australian State government, they need to have the chemotherapy chairs operational in the second half of next year,” Mr Champion said.

“The latest advice is this is on track.”

Mr Champion said the chemotherapy

services would be provided by trained nurses on-site with supervision from staff at Lyell McEwin Hospital.

“Local GPs will not be required to provide the chemotherapy services,” said Mr Champion, who sought a meeting with the Gawler Health Service to be updated on the progress.

Senator Edwards believed the progress on the chemotherapy service was not good enough.

“The four chemotherapy chairs promised by Labor for the Clare Hospital have not eventuated,” he said.

“It seems the program is being

‘redrawn’ pending the arrival of sufficient funds.

“At this rate of progress, Labor would be able to dust off its May 2010 press release and re-announce it during the next election campaign.”

Senator Edwards demanded Mr Champion push harder for the services to become available sooner, rather than later.

“As the local Federal member, Nick Champion should be exerting what influence he has on his Federal and state colleagues to make good on their pledge,” he said.

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Balaklava Community Arts held its AGM last week and has set its shows for 2012.

The June 22-24 show is the British musical Peter Pan, and a Christmas Dinner theatre is back, November 23-25, which includes a three-course meal and the show will be my favourite TV show from years ago, Gilligan’s Island.

I’ve been thinking about who could possibly be cast in these two performances and I’ve come up with some ideas.

Peter Pan – someone who is a “big kid” and likes to wear tights.

That could be Mallala’s Bert Cox, Owen’s Joff Harkness, Balaklava’s Darren Scholz or Marty Brice, Two Wells’Neville Seccafien or Saddleworth’s Adrian Nourse.

Captain Hook – someone who likes swinging a sword, appears tough but probably isn’t, seeing as he hasn’t finished off Peter Pan. Maybe Riverton’s Scott Griffiths, Balaklava’s Hayden Walker, or Agfert swashbuckler, Eddie McArdle.

Tinkerbell needs to be a woman who flits around and doesn’t speak – and I don’t know any of them.

Although if Josie Thompson or Cherie Taylor stopped talking, long enough, they’d be suitable!

Now on to Gilligan’s Island and the main character of Gilligan.

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The Skipper could be Hank Lamond, Philip Taylor or The Plains Producer’s own editor, Terry Williams, often known as Cap’n Bligh.

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ley’s Newton Lines or Balaklava’s Warren Durdin or Malcolm May. “Lovey” Howell could be Owen’s Derily Snook or Lyn Smyth. No Derily, you can’t be Ginger.

Yes, I know Ginger needs to be someone hot – so that would be me.

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Mallala

munity carol singing at 7pm. The event is hosted by the three churches of Mallala and is a free event, with gold coin donation optional.

Mallala Junior Primary Choir is joining the event for the first time, and local guitarist Kyle Savill is set to thrill the crowd.

The night concludes at sunset with supper of homemade biscuits at the footy canteen. BYO chair or just sit in the grandstand and enjoy the night.

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Gilligan ... Luke Marshman? type girl so I’m thinking another Plains Producer member Lisa Redpath would be the go, and she has her own dark pony tails. Or maybe Carol Lawrie or Hamley’s Judy McCabe.

The Professor is very clever but a bit serious, and has the hots for Mary Ann, so maybe (not that he’s serious) Derek Schulz, of Wild Horse Plains, could be professor.

A “wild” suggestion? What about this group as potential professors – Balaklava’s Austin Henstridge, Balaklava High School science teacher Malcolm Jones, or Hamley’s Luke McCabe.

So there’s my cast line-up. And if everyone was willing, I think we could all do it without even having rehearsals. If you have some other ideas, please email me.

Christmas events are hotting up Balaklava Balaklava Courthouse Gallery’s latest display “A Christmas Festival” is open and runs from November 17 to December 18.

It includes very individual expressions of Christmas by local community groups, schools and businesses.

Pinery Christmas Tree Night is approaching on Sunday, December 18, in the hall starting 6pm. Please bring a plate of food to share for tea.

Entry is a gold coin donation for adults and children enter free. There will be a lucky door prize and carol singing.

Parents are asked to take a gift for their child as Santa will be visiting, so go along and have a great family and community night out.

Library aids Salvos

District Council of Mallala Library Service is once again supporting the Salvation Army Christmas Appeal by being a collection point for donations.

If you can help, please drop in non-perishable food items or new gifts (unwrapped) to Mallala or Two Wells libraries by December 13.

And the Mallala Library is participating in the annual summer reading club program, themed “The Amazing Read”.

This program is ideal for children from birth to 16 years, and engages creative writing activities and games which encourage the love for books, reading, literacy and computer skills.

“Carols at the Mallala Oval” is on December 11 starting with com-

Exterior decorating

The Riverton Community Management Committee is decorating the town with festive gear on Sunday, December 4. If you’d like to help, please meet at Scholz Park at 8am.

And preparations for the Christ-

mas Carnival on December 23 at the town oval are full steam ahead.

Starting at 5.30pm, the night will feature fun, games, food, and dancing to the music from famous DJ, Tony Clarke.

Gilbert Valley Lions Club is looking for Riverton locals to join them, so that the whole of the Gilbert Valley is represented.

If you are interested, aged over 18, and community minded, please phone Marion 8528 2555.

Riverton History and Information Centre is working with some students from Riverton High School to arrange transfer of all history records into a comprehensive database for public use.

Work will begin in 2012 and be a valuable resource for the community.

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After the crop inspection, the “old seadog” bowed to offspring pressure, and did a few ringies in the paddock. But to his complete surprise, a pepper tree appeared out

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As the seagoing tale says: “It’s not the storms at sea that cause problems, it’s the hard bits around the edges.” You would think a pirate would know that!

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NEWS v District REPORTER LES PEARSON CONTINUES HIS ‘MOVEMBER’ CAMPAIGN:

LES Pearson: Yes, this is the same picture used at the very start. We still can’t see any difference.

Go with the flow for a healthy life

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WOKE on the morning of my health check to the sound of birds chirping outside.

This was a pleasant change to the alarm clock or whinging, which is normally the case.

My appointment time rolled around relatively quickly and I was called in to see the nurse, who does some ‘health screens’ before you front the doctor – in my case, Dr Imran Gul at Wakefield Plains Medical Clinic.

These screens encompass a series of basic tests, including blood pressure, colour detection, vision, diet, smoker, height, weight and waist measurement. I felt like I was going into the AFL draft camp.

Of course, the urine test is one of these screens.

I was handed a plastic cup and advised to provide a teaspoon-sized sample. Thoughts of trying to pee onto a teaspoon made me chuckle briefly.

Anyway, I was ushered into a toilet facility wondering just how I was going to get this sample while protecting the integrity of my pants and other items of clothing.

I quickly spotted the instructions on the wall, for all the rookies out there, and followed them closely.

With jubilation I proudly presented the nurse with my sample and sat back down.

Soon after I headed into the doctor’s consulting room. The initial part of the check-up was predominantly surrounding health risk factors.

COUNCIL FOLLOWS OTR ADVICE:

No action over electrical work

Wakefield Regional Council will not pursue any further action regarding the electrical compliance certificates for work on the Port Wakefield CWMS, which were received in June for work supposedly completed in September, 2010.

WRC carried the recommendation at last week’s council meeting to not follow up the issue any further, based on advice from the Office of the Technical Regulator (OTR).

Under industry regulations, certificates of compliance must be provided within 30 days after work is completed.

WRC requested an independent audit into the work from the OTR to absolve it of any liability in relation to the electrical work on August 25.

The response from the OTR was received on November 3, advising council it would not be investigating the matter, despite reporting a breach of contractual obligations.

“The contractors…have failed to meeting their obligations as to certificates of compliance as afforded under Regulation 18 of the Electricity Regulations 1997,” the letter said.

“In this circumstance, and due to the fact timeframes for certain action have lapsed, it would be the OTR’s view to make contact with the electrical contractors and highlight their requirements as set out in the Act and regulations.

“Any future oversights will be treated as breaches of the act and pursued accordingly.”

The OTR also recommended in future, if council is yet to receive certificates of compliance within 30 days of work completion after requesting them from contractors, OTR would assist with rectifying the issue.

WRC environmental services manager, Neil Twigg, last week said on the OTR’s advice, there was little else council could do.

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These include diet (again), alcohol and cigarette consumption, and family history.

Some health issues are hereditary, so knowing your family’s health history is quite important in determining your risk factors.

More basic observations including peripheral vision, reflex, pulse and gland tests followed.

Periodically throughout the check, the doctor encourages you to ask questions.

I wanted to ask what the meaning of life was but refrained. It was neither the time, nor the place.

The doctor then checked my breathing and basic skeletal structure, which somehow included walking on my heels and toes.

I was not sure at the time whether

DR Imran Gul gave Les his health check.

this was part of the check or just for a laugh. A blood test during these checks is common, although I presented no such risk factors, making the blood test somewhat irrelevant.

At the conclusion of the checkup, the doctor analyses your results and the like and provides you with

some directions on how to live a healthier lifestyle.

So that was it.

My first annual health check.

Not that scary except for peeing into a cup but after a few visits, I’m sure I could get the flow of things.

Pun intended.

Locals win food awards

TWO local businesses were recognised at the Premier’s Food Industry Awards, announced at the Adelaide Convention Centre on Friday night.

Lamb meat producer, Savannah Lamb, based at Hill River near Clare, collected the Creating Sustainability Award, while Virginia potato grower, Mitolo Group, was named the Leading Innovation Award winner for developing Australia’s first low GI potato, Carisma.

Savannah Lamb owners, Phil and Michele Lally, were thrilled to receive the accolade.

“We had no idea we had won, really,” Michele said.

“We were quite surprised as we were up against some of the biggest food companies in South Australia.”

“We were proud just to be standing up there alongside them,” Phil added.

The business, which supplies premium lamb to restaurants in South Australia, as

well as providing mail order deliveries, is a “multi-faceted farming operation” with a “holistic approach” to its lamb production.

Phil hoped the win would help with brand recognition for their product and reward the business’ ongoing commitment to producing a high quality product in a sustainable environment, combined with ethical treatment of their stock.

The award comes on top of the Silver Medal at the Sydney Fine Food Awards last year, in the Open Class.

Mitolo released its Carisma potato last year and had also already received industry acclaim for the new variety.

The company picked up the Innovative Marketing Award at the AUSVEG National Excellence Awards in April this year.

Minister for Agriculture, Food and Tourism, Gail Gago, said it was great to see a mix of regional, family and emerging businesses and individuals celebrated for their success.

“Congratulations to all award winners who are helping to put SA on the map for our outstanding food products in addition to our reputation for wine,” Ms Gago said.

“Early estimates indicate gross food revenue for South Australia grew by more than 10 per cent during 2010-11 to a record $13.7 billion.

“A large part of this growth can be attributed to the record $3.47 billion worth of exports to our overseas trading partners, particularly due to the excellent seasonal conditions experienced by the grain and meat sectors.”

Ms Gago announced livestock handlers, abattoir and meat processor T&R Pastoral as this year’s SA Food Industry Hall of Fame inductee.

Barossa Valley food icon, Maggie Beer, and chef Cole Thomas were also recognised for their commitment and leadership to the industry, with prestigious Visionary Leader awards.

Men arrested on various charges OWEN

Gawler police on November 19 arrested two men who were in a stolen vehicle, one from Elizabeth East and the other from Owen, charging one with possession of a controlled substance for sale and the other with carrying an offensive weapon.

SADDLEWORTH

A 28-year-old Mawson Lakes man was arrested in Saddleworth and later charged with aggravated serious criminal trespass, theft and two counts of deception on Sunday.

It is alleged the man broke into the victim’s home while the victim was sleeping and stole a purse. It is further alleged the man later spent $3500 with the victim’s credit card.

Police remind people to ensure valuables are not left unattended – even for short periods of time.

Most thefts are opportunistic in nature and risk of theft is reduced by taking care of valuables such as purses, mobile phones and cameras are not left unattended and unsecured in public view.

TWO WELLS

Police arrested a 25-year-old woman from Two Wells on a warrant on Saturday, November 26.

A 51-year-old man from Two Wells was reported for driving with an alleged prescribed concentration of alcohol of 0.131 by Two Wells police on Friday, November 25.

A licence disqualification was given and vehicle seized for 28 days.

licence by Gawler police on November 18.

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On November 19 Barossa Highway Patrols reported a 29-year-old male from Pinery for breach of bail.

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On November 18, a vehicle on Middle Beach Road, Two Wells, was broken into and medication and documents stolen. Police warn anyone involved to not take/ingest the medication as it may be harmful.

Between November 25 and 26, entry was gained to a caravan which was parked in rear yard on Main Street, Parham, and a heater, fridge, CD player and clothing stolen.

WINDSOR

Between November 23 and 24, a vehicle was stolen while parked in a driveway at East Terrace, Windsor.

ROSEWORTHY

On November 22, offender/s gained entry to a shed and stole an angle grinder on Rhonda Avenue, Roseworthy.

WILD HORSE PLAINS

Mallala police on November 18 reported a man from Wild Horse Plains for possessing firearms without a licence.

RIVERTON

A 27-year-old woman from Riverton was reported for driving with a disqualified

Mallala police arrested a 37-year-old man from Dublin for property damage on November 19.

PORT PARHAM

Barossa Highway Patrols reported a 24-year-old Port Parham man for driving unregistered, uninsured and with an alleged prescribed concentration of alcohol of 0.133 on November 19. His licence was disqualified.

SNOWTOWN

Kadina Police arrested a 57-year-old Snowtown man for allegedly making unlawful threats to another on November 23.

He was bailed and later will appear at Kadina Magistrates Court.

CLARE

A Clare man was arrested for driving disqualified and refusing an alco test by Gawler police on Friday, November 25.

The vehicle was seized and licence disqualification given.

A 21-year-old man was reported for speeding, after allegedly being detected driving at 124 km/h in a 100 km/h zone and for breaching his provisional licence conditions at Sevenhill on Tuesday, November 22.

Plains Producer, Wednesday November 30, 2011

NEWS v District

Riverton planning a big ‘tour’ party It will be a day of cycling fury as the Jayco Sprint leg of the 2012 Tour Down Under passes through Riverton on January 17, about 1.34pm, crossing the line near the Hotel Central.

The town of Riverton is ready to welcome the tour, with a range of activities for residents and visitors.

Clare is the finish line for the tour’s second stage, from Prospect.

Riverton’s four day event will kick off on Saturday, January 14 and continue until Tuesday January 17.

Many places will be open for visitors, including the History and Information Centre, Scholz Park Museum, Riverton Alpacas

Service and Macaw Creek Olives.

On Sunday, January 15, contemporary band, Gasoline Ali, will be playing at Riverton Town Hall between 1pm and 4pm.

Tickets are $10 per adult and $25 for families, with part proceeds going to the Gilbert Valley Senior Citizens Home and Riverton hospital.

Tickets are available from December 5 and can be purchased at Jules Internet Cafe, Clare and Gilbert Valley Council offices, Riverton Newsagency and Gilbert Valley Senior Citizens Home.

Bike rides with Rattler Trail members will also be available on the Sunday, for a one hour journey.

On Monday, January 16 there will be an Art and Craft Display in Scholz Park between 11am and 2pm.

The big day on Tuesday will have a ‘Wheelie Fun Fair’ in Scholz Park between 11am and 2pm, which will include ‘Bold as Brass’and market stalls, music, food, drink and displays.

To celebrate the event, there will again be a Santos Best Dressed Town competition which is open to all towns, suburbs, businesses and households along the race route from stages one to five.

For further details on the events, contact Julie Matthews on 8847 2791.

CYCLISTS charge through Riverton in 2010.

BELOW: Committee members (from left) Barb Stevens, Julie Matthews and Liz Calvett.

Improvements to caravan park Riverton Caravan Park has recently received more than a few upgrades, first welcoming new managers, John and Carol Maddern from Loxton.

The park has also had new playground equipment installed, with the help of more than 30 volunteers.

The park has grown considerably

with the addition of five cabins and numerous powered and unpowered sites, and more recently, the addition of a new disabled cabin.

Septic systems received an upgrade, and a “dumping station” – important to attract recreational vehicles – is in place.

Balaklava Area Committee

ACHIEVEMENT AWARD & YOUTH ACHIEVEMENT AWARD 2010 Nominations are called for Balaklava Area Committee Achievement Award for 2011

Busy Tavia aiming at another achievement LOCHIEL resident and owner of the Lochiel Hotel, Tavia Rankin, is the latest young achiever in the region, being nominated for the V.I.P. Home Services Small Business Achievement Award, as part of the Channel 9 Young Achiever Awards.

Tavia, 27, who has been running the Lochiel Hotel for two years, thought she would take the chance to promote her business and her business skills by nominating herself for the award.

“I thought it would be good publicity and give the pub a bit of recognition,” she said.

At such a young age, Tavia has accomplished so much, with

Sally Crowther reports: many academic achievements under her belt, including a certificate three in Business Administration, certificate four in Occupational Health and Safety and certificate four in Business Frontline Management.

But despite the long list of business and marketing qualifications, Tavia admits it isn’t her main passion.

“My biggest passion would have to be cooking, but there’s no money in that,” she said.

Tavia began her career as an apprentice chef at the age of 16, however it was at 18 when she began her career in business,

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later moving on to her role of transport and compliance manager at a locally owned mining company in Burton.

Today, Tavia enjoys running the Lochiel pub and is proud of her efforts in making it a ‘country-friendly’ pub.

“I’ve made this business community focused, holding functions that give residents and kids something to do and I have introduced late night meals to suit farmers in the harvest season,” Tavia said.

Successful nominees will be recognised at the Awards Gala Presentation Dinner on Saturday March 17.

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Nominations for the achievement award should be for people who voluntarily donate their time to help the community. The Youth Achievement Award is open to young people between the ages of 16 and 25 who are achievers in any field and deserving of recognition.

One nomination form per household or business premises is permitted and signature of nominator is required. Winner announced Australia Day, January 26, 2012.

Your nomination counts! _____________________________________________________________ SELECTION OF AWARDS Achievement Award Name: ....................................................................(attach a short statement in support of this nomination) Signature:................................................................................................

Young Achiever Name:.................................................................... (attach a short statement in support of this nomination) Signature: ................................................................................................

Closing date: Monday January 9, 2012.

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Post nominations to: Balaklava Area Committee PO Box 438, Balaklava 5461.

Enquiries: Contact BAC chairman, Terry Williams 8862 1997

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Congratulations to RSL

grant helps develop Daniel’s artistic focus

My sister and I attended the Two Wells RSL Rocks fundraiser for brain cancer at Virginia on Saturday, November 19.

When walking towards the front gate we were just astounded at how large the event looked. There were show rides, fireworks, food and wine stalls, car displays as wells as plenty of acts on the mammoth stage.

Performances by Cold Chisel and ABBA cover bands belted out tunes throughout the evening much to the delight of the audience.

Clearly Two Wells

Kapunda resident and emerging young artist, Daniel Sutherland, 16, has been awarded a grant to pursue his passion and interest in the arts.

Daniel, who is currently studying year 11 at Kapunda High School, was thrilled with the grant, which was made available to honour the memory of Anya Machczynski, a former Arts Officer with Country Arts SA. “I’m really, really happy to have won this grant. I’ve been trying to make my way into the industry, and I believe this will help me,” Daniel said.

Daniel has a strong passion for photography and will be using his grant to further develop his skills, purchase materials and promote himself as an artist.

Already extending his year 11 studies to include a Diploma of Photography through the Photography Institute, Daniel said the grant would come in handy.

“I will be using the funds to purchase materials for painting and to fund tuition fees for my Diploma of Photography,” he said.

Daniel’s already extensive CV includes his work as a freelance photographer and his position at Salon Rouge gallery in Kapunda where he also displays his work.

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LAST season’s grain will be accepted by Agfarm as part of its 201112 Advantage program.

Agfarm’s Advantage program combines growers’ grain to achieve premiums and then takes an indexed approach to sales, where a percent-

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MID NORTH DISTRICT FORECAST Wednesday: Isolated showers contracting northeast and clearing during the morning. Isolated thunderstorms north of about Clare early in the morning. Mostly sunny afternoon. Wind west to southwesterly averaging 20 to 35 km/h tending south to southwesterly during the afternoon.

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age of grain is sold each month depending on the length of the chosen program.

“We are aware many growers have some of their grain left over from last harvest,” said Felicity Hennessy, Agfarm SA regional manager.

“They have not sold because they are unimpressed with the current prices available in the market.

“We have opened the new season Agfarm Advantage programs to old season grain as well, which should help grow-

ers in this situation.

“We know it could be difficult for these growers to find a good price for this grain, when they should be focusing on harvest and selling their grain from this season, so hopefully Advantage will offer a good alternative.”

Agfarm will be accepting old season wheat, barley and canola into the Advantage 2 and Advantage 5 programs To find out more information please contact 1300 243 276 or your local CRT store.

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Congratulations to the RSL, volunteers and all involved in making it a wonderful day/evening of entertainment.

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RSL had put a lot of time and effort into this event and should be extremely proud of what they achieved and the widespread enjoyment from those who attended.

I am confident in saying if they decide to make it an annual or biennial event it will only grow bigger each time and will be a huge success I have no doubt there will be many keen to contribute and attend in the following years.

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Friday: Mostly sunny. Wind south to southeasterly averaging 15 to 25 km/h, reaching 35 km/h at times.

MOUNT LOFTY RANGES DISTRICT FORECAST Wednesday: Isolated showers, contracting to southern coasts during the morning, clearing early afternoon. Mostly sunny afternoon otherwise. Wind west to southwesterly averaging 20 to 35 km/h tending southerly up to 30 km/h by early evening.

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GULF ST VINCENT Wednesday: Winds: West to southwesterly 20 to 30 knots tending south to southwesterly 20 to 25 knots around dawn then becoming southerly 15 to 20 knots later in the evening. Seas: Up to 3 metres decreasing to 2 metres around dawn. Swell: Below 0.5 metres.

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Protect your pet from fleas As Australia swings into another La Niña weather event, pet owners are being reminded about the importance of guarding against parasitic insects that can spread from pets to people. Approximately 21 per cent of all notifiable diseases in Australia are zoonotic – meaning that they are transmitted from animals to people.

“While potentially deadly animal-borne pathogens like Hendra virus grab the headlines, the reality is that the most likely nasties people are going to come into contact with are from biting parasites, like fleas and ticks that can plague their pets,” Dr Cameron Webb, Entomologist, University of Sydney, said.

According to Dr Cameron, fleas love warm and moist conditions, so with another La Niña weather pattern predicted there’s a bumper parasite season on the way.

With 63 per cent of Australian households owning a pet, Dr Webb believes cat and dog owners should be aware of the risk of increased flea activity and what that means for their pet and their family.

“Fleas are not just a problem for cats and dogs; they are more than happy biting people as well. Bites most often occur on the lower legs and while the bites won’t last more than a few days, they can cause significant irritation.”

It’s important to remember that fleas are only a problem for people because they share their home with pets.

The best thing you can do is treat your pets with a product, like Advantage, that kills both juvenile and adult fleas, and stops them from biting. It’s also important to treat areas where your pet moves about, like its bedding.

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NEWS v Two Wells & District

Thanks for the playground, but ... a safety fence is what the mums want Bec O’Brien reports:

Dublin resident and mother of two, Rebekah Walker, with three-year-old son Jai at the playground. Shown in the background is the open area of the car park at the local sporting ground, which is adjacent to the playground.

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“I’m just scared one of the kids is going to be hit by a car.

“They’ve got their priorities mixed up a little bit, it’s just so frustrating.”

District Council of Mallala chief executive officer, Charles Mansueto, said the upgrade met requirements for standard playgrounds.

“There was miscommunication there was additional money left over but there was no additional money,” Mr Mansueto said.

“It comes down to a budget (and) we’re not putting a full pool fence around the playground because it’s not required under the standards.

“What we’re doing is replacing the fence along the road so kids can’t run through.”

Mr Mansueto said this fence would be made of mesh and built slightly higher than the existing wire fence.

He suggested Rebekah try to access further funds through council’s

community partnerships fund.

“There is still some money left over, and they (council) might consider another round of applications,” Mr Mansueto said.

Rebekah said she, along with other mums from the community, were considering raising the funds for a fence themselves, with ideas of a cake stall, selling chocolates and holding raffles being put forward.

DCM strategic infrastructure manager, Paul Kleghorn, who has overseen the project, said funds for the upgrade came from the Regional and Local Community Infrastructure Program (RLCIP), which contributed $20,000 for a shade, and Mallala Council, which has provided

Design work starts on Baker’s Road ford The first steps toward a safer, more reliable ford crossing at Baker road have begun, with District Council of Mallala hiring a consultancy firm to being the design process.

DCM chief executive officer Charles Mansueto (pictured) said the council, in conjunction with Playford Council, had started the process to get a design for a new crossing at the ford.

“We’re asking the consultancy firm to design a ford crossing that would minimise the

Bec O’Brien reports: number of times we would have to close it,” Mr Mansueto said.

“They’ll come back with an idea of what the structure will look like and we’d also have an estimate of how much it will cost.

“If we can resolve that issue we are helping locals and addressing an issue that’s been there for a long time.”

Angelo Conti’s mixed farm backs onto the Gawler River and has been in the family for around 50 years.

Mr Conti uses the Baker road ford on a daily basis, sometimes even up to four or five times a day with school drop off and pick up as well as after school sports.

Mr Conti said the upgrade was much needed and he understood although the process would take time, this was a step forward.

“I think it’s heading in the

right direction and it’s actually good news,” he said.

“I’m happy with the approach of the council and their direction.

“It’s going to benefit the community on both sides of the river, which is terrific.”

It is hoped final designs for the ford crossing will be back to council by February or March next year, with both councils then seeking funding for the project.

Now $2 million to upgrade Mallala works depot More than $2 million is being spent upgrading District Council of Mallala’s works depot to fix soil contamination concerns.

DCM chief executive officer, Charles Mansueto, said years of inadequate storm water management practices had seen contamination of soil in the area and an overhaul was needed.

“There are contamination issues but these are being monitored,” Mr Mansueto said.

The depot on Aerodrome Road will be

fully sealed with road base and designed to incorporate today’s standard stormwater management practices, with dust issues also being addressed and access for heavy machinery taken into consideration.

Mr Mansueto said the depot would become much more accessible for members of the public, with a car park out the front and an administration building outside.

“It’s being set up so there’s better access for the community,” he said.

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Mr Mansueto said in 2009 council had budgeted $1.9million for the project and recently endorsed further funds.

A new workshop area, wash bay and storage sheds is also part of the upgrade.

The depot area is currently being vacated in preparation for work to begin, with completion hoped for by May or June next year.

Staff from the Mallala depot will be relocated to Two Wells for the duration of the upgrade.

additional money to provide extra play equipment.

“The new upgrade to the play equipment will provide a safer environment for the children by providing rubber soft fall surrounding the equipment, incorporating the shade sail (and) providing protection from natures’ elements,” Mr Kleghorn said.

Rebekah said while she would still pursue options in obtaining a fence, the upgrade had been popular with those living in the area.

“I’m pleased with what has been done, it’s lovely,” she said.

“And we’ve seen three different families who we’ve never seen before use it.”

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Natural resources management (NRM) is about caring for our land, water, plants and animals balancing people´s needs with those of nature.

The Sustainable Industry Grant Scheme offers support to primary-industry managed projects which address issues affecting sustainable use of natural resources within the Adelaide and Mount Lofty Ranges NRM Board region.

Consideration will be made for proposals that address emerging and/or ongoing issues.

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Dublin resident and mother of two, Rebekah Walker, has been campaigning for a new playground in the town for the past 12 months, and finally it has paid off.

Over the past few weeks the old play area, which is situated near the local sporting ground, has been transformed, with a shade erected, rubber soft-fall put down and a new piece of equipment installed.

However, Rebekah is disappointed her key concern still remains – children are not protected by a fenced environment in an area where cars frequently pass by.

When Rebekah first contacted the District Council of Mallala to voice her concerns, she said all she wanted was a fence around the playground.

“I’m disappointed council has given us everything we didn’t ask for,” she said.

“They promised us a fence and then rang and said ‘sorry, we’ve got no money’.

“What they’ve done is wonderful and it looks great but what I wanted is a fence.

“When we play cricket here there’d be 40 or more cars.

“We just want a fence to keep the kids safe.”

Rebekah said she felt she had received mixed messages from the council and was concerned nothing would be done about a secure fence until an accident occurred.

“They keep asking me what do I want but then the complete opposite occurs,” she said.

“If we had a fence with a latch gate we wouldn’t have to worry so much.

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MAC puts the Be honest, did you leave brakes on a note in the car park? driving myths The Motor Accident Commission (MAC) in conjunction with RiAus (the Royal Institution of Australia) exposed some driving myths at a recent forum in Adelaide.

“The event explained, through science, why the myths are not just wrong, but also potentially fatal,” said MAC general manager, Corporate Affairs, Ben Tuffnell.

“Experts from the University of New South Wales, Monash University Accident Research Centre, and the Centre for Automotive Safety Research examined some of the myths surrounding low-level speeding.

The forum at the Science Exchange was an extension of MAC’s ‘Creepers’ campaign and further emphasised the fact driving just a few kilometres over the legal speed limit puts lives at risk.

“We hope the event helped foster wider public support for the benefits of driving to the conditions and speed limits,” Mr Tuffnell said.

Myths that were tackled included: • Going a little over the speed limit is not a risk • Small increases in speed do not increase the severity of a crash • Anti-speed marketing has no effect on behaviour • Speed limits are arbitrary numbers • Speed cameras are just for revenue raising • It’s not about me, so it doesn’t matter if I drive a little above the speed limit.

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“Touch parking” remains an issue in South Australia with nearly 70 per cent of drivers having had their car damaged while it was parked, new research

by SGIC has found.

The insurer’s claims data also shows the inner city is the place where you’re most likely to return to your parked vehicle and find it damaged, followed

by Mount Gambier and Elizabeth.

“Our research showed a note is left by the offending driver in seven per cent of cases,” said SGIC spokesperson, Andrew Tubb.

“Sometimes people may not realise they’ve hit another vehicle or maybe they think it’s such a gentle

hit they haven’t done any damage.

“Although a lot of drivers are not owning up to hitting a parked car, there are a lot of witnesses to touch parking — nearly 60 per cent of people have seen a car connect with another car in a tight spot.”

And with increased residents and limited parking spots in many inner Adelaide suburbs, touch parking is likely to be an ongoing issue for SA drivers.

“We think at times maybe out of frustration, drivers may try to squeeze their car into a tight spot to rush to their destination.

“No matter what the reason, if drivers do accidently hit a car while parking, we’re

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Ford says the new engine will give them an edge on competition, making Focus a class leader in terms of both CO2 emission and fuel economy.

Direct injected and turbocharged, the block of the dimensions of the low capacity engine mean it can fit onto an A4 sheet of paper. It develops 92kW/170Nm (with 200Nm in overboost mode) while consuming an average of 4.2L/100km and emitting just 109g/km of CO2.

A 74kW version is also planned which Ford says will enable Focus to deliver emissions performance of 109g/km. It will eventually find its way under the bonnet of C-MAX, Grand CMAX and the new Ford B-MAX from mid-2012.

In the coming years, Ford says it will manufacture up to 1.3 million examples of the 1.0-litre engine per annum.

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Toyota Tarago gets five stars Toyota’s progress on a safety upgrade for its vehicle fleet continues, with the announcement today by the Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) of a 5-star safety rating for the Toyota Tarago people mover.

RAA Head of Technical and Automotive, Mark Borlace, said Toyota had upgraded the Tarago in October last year.

“Toyota introduced a driver knee airbag, Electronic Stability Control and side curtain airbags as standard – and the people mover was recently subjected to an ANCAP pole test,” Mr Borlace said.

“That pole test was successful – the vehicle’s passenger compartment held its shape well through the different frontal and side impact tests.”

Department for Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) director Road Safety and Environment, Martin Small, urged new car buyers to check safety ratings when making their purchase.

“This rating is a further step for Toyota in improving the safety of vehicles in its fleet,” he said. “It follows the 5-star rating for the Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid earlier this year.”

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Decline in road deaths 20 per cent fall over five years

Deaths onAustralian roads fell by 4.8 per cent in the year to end October 2011, according to the latest statistics from the federal Bureau of Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Economics (BITRE).

The outcome helped drive road deaths per capita in the same period to their lowest level on record – 5.7 annual deaths per 100,000 people.

While describing the figures as encouraging, Parliamentary Secretary for Infrastructure and Transport, Catherine King, said there were still far too many horrific crashes and scenes of devastation on the nation’s roads.

“Despite road deaths being down, more than 1,279 people were killed on our roads over the last 12 months – tragic figures that can’t be glossed over,” Ms King said.

“Road safety is the responsibility of everyone on our road networks,” Ms King said.

National statistics supplied by BITRE show in 2007 there were 180 deaths where the victim was travelling at a speed greater than 110km/h.

There were far greater narmers of deaths at lower speeds: 467 (0-60); 296 (70-90) and 488 (100).

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Ms King said it was clear all governments, working with road users, still had a long way to go to meet the target of reducing road deaths by at least 30 per cent by 2020.

“The latest statistics show an encouraging 11.7 per cent decrease in deaths (286) in the year to end October 2011 for those in the 17-25 age bracket.

“However, we will continue to target this key age group through the National Road Safety Strategy 2011-2020 with Australia’s governments working to improve graduated licensing arrangements and early driver training.

Ms King said the latest figures showed more people died in single vehicle crashes than multiple crashes.

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Preparing to end on a high note

BHS musicians (from left) Taylor Fabry (Year 10), Liam Mohor (Year 8), Lucy Mayne (Year 11), Samuel Weerts (Year 10) and Trevor Crafter (Year 9).

With the end of the school year drawing to a close, local schools are getting ready to congratulate students for their efforts in 2011.

Horizon Christian School is holding its presentation night in the new gym on Tuesday, December 13, starting at 6.30pm for both primary and secondary presentations. For more information contact the school on 88 62 2100.

Balaklava High School presentation night will be held on Wednesday, December 14, in the Town Hall, from 7.30pm.

A “celebration concert” will

also be held at the Town Hall next Tuesday, December 6 at 7pm, to showcase the many talents and achievements of Balaklava High students who have undertaken a special music program.

Students formed groups comprising two rock bands, choir, small vocal ensemble and a woodwind ensemble, which all performed at Balaklava Eisteddfod and Balaklava show.

Admission to the concert is $2, payable at the door.

For further details on the celebration concert or the presentation night, contact the school on 8862 0600.

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Karla’s_Korner Karla May is wife to local farmer, Simon and mum to Lucy aged 5 and Ben, 3.

In the first of an occasional column in the Plains Producer, she shares her thoughts on life as a busy mum at Christmas.

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WENTY-five Sleeps until Christmas! Ding Ding Ding! Is that sending you into a frenzy of mental note making? Such as: l Write Christmas cards and letters, and actually get them to all of the recipients this year. l Make and hang a pudding. l Dust off the Christmas decorations and pray you don’t find dead mice in them, l Take the kids to the Magic Cave. l Timing and booking your next hair cut and dye to make sure it’s fresh for the day, and for the hopeful week or two at the beach after, and l Purchase a good supply of batteries for Christmas Day…and what ellse? l Oh, and shopping. The SHOPPING. Ah, it all sounds too hectic.

We put a lot of effort into Christmas don’t we?

Even the “simple” affairs require planning. I like it big. It’s a fantastic time of the year, and remember, someone was born in order to give us this privilege (I suspect it was John Sands or David Jones).

We like the lead up to Christmas in our house.

Little kids means big excitement, and there are lots of local events such as Carols by Candlelight and the street parade to fuel those feelings. Then there’s the daily fight over the Advent calendar chocolate (you’re no match for the estrogen monster kids, back down now if you know what’s good for you!), the count down in the unit of ‘sleeps’ and an abundance of Christmas music. And if you’ve got a joker in the house, singing carols with alternative lyrics. Although, I’m not sure our kids will ever know what TAA was or who Wonder Woman is, and what she lost! n Christmas Eve, there’s the special sacrificial offering to FC of one of Daddy’s favourite beers, and one of Mummy’s favourite biscuits. You know it’s appreciated kids, and I’m just waiting for someone to suggest Santa actually loves a bottle of champagne for the trip home. He’s probably a bit flash too, so best it be Bolly!

The traditions vary from family to family, but the sentiment is always the same. Unity. It’s about coming together and celebrating life, breaking bread and sharing the day. It’s about remembering those who can’t be with us for Chrissy, and not punching those who can. It’s about making ridiculous jokes over slightly blackened pork, pudding and bon bons. It’s about still laughing at the uncle who manages to find a $10 note instead of a coin in his dessert, even though you’ve seen it 30 times before. It’s still funny. I still love it, and I can’t imagine never looking forward to it.

Then there’s the post lunch snooze-off between the dads. It might be from staying up all night to put together trampolines and bikes that “have instructions written in foreign languages” or ‘need another hole drilled here!’ Or maybe it’s because the little people of the house wake before you’ve even entered that deep REM sleep to see if the big man in red has been? Sometimes I feel that man gets far too much credit. id he get up at 2am for the toy sale? Did he suffer the trolley rage and smashed ankles in the race for the last of the good cheap ribbon? No, nor did he have his perfect carpark swiped at the last turn, or his feet swell up to look like puffer fish trapped in Langdon’s new season summer sandals. (Actually, maybe that’s why he has to wear those awful black gumboots – there are no elves, he’s been hitting the toy sales and has fat feet like me!)

So whatever your normal Christmas is, it would seem it is nearing, and FAST! Indeed there are only 25 days to taunt the kids with, “don’t do that, Father Christmas will put you on the naughty list” and, “LOOK, did you see that? There was an elf checking up on you!” So excuse me whilst I find merriment in the house of May, and here’s fingers crossed for a successful district harvest, a safe and happy summer for you all and a very happy holiday season, because love it or loathe it, Christmas is coming!

O Horizon Christian School year 12 graduates celebrated the year in style with a Graduation Dinner at the Balaklava Golf Course on Friday November 25. These photos, were taken by former Horizon teacher, Justin Simmonds and are available for purchase by contacting him or visiting his website. See advert this page for more details.

THE GIRLS L-R: Laura Schulz, Zoe Clark, Charlotte Hosking, Mignon Baker, Maddison Veitch, Tayla Pidgeon, Kate Tiller, Melinda Grigg, Rhea Greenshields and Madison Whittaker.

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Clare and Yorke Peninsula mental health system will have the chance to improve their services by participating in a forum in Gawler this Friday, December 2.

Mental health consumers, carers and community members in the Yorke Peninsula, Clare, Gawler and Barossa areas are being invited to an opportunity to network and share views about mental health services.

The forum is open to anyone interested in hearing or contributing feedback about current mental health services in the region.

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Ambo volunteers are ‘worth a medal’ Ambulance Service volunteers around the state will receive a medallion in December to thank them for the lifesaving work they do for their respective communities.

The medallions carry the inscription ‘Caring when it matters most’ and mark the end of the International Year of Volunteers tenth anniversary this year.

Volunteers from SA Ambulance Service will be presented with the medallions at local ceremonies, during training nights or end-of-year social functions.

SAAS patient services executive director, Keith Driscoll, said ambulance volunteers gave their time to help their communities and that should be recognised.

“It’s a very professional level of service they provide,” he said.“Their work does save lives.

“It’s also a security for the community to know they have an ambulance service there.”

More than 1400 volunteers provide ambulance services to smaller country towns in SA. Mr Driscoll said the organisation was always looking for ways to celebrate their work.

“It helps them know we really appreciate what they’re doing and so does their community,” he said. “It’s a small token but it’s a very sincere token of our appreciation for that work.

“It’s something they can put on the mantelpiece, or something to show their kids or relatives and say, ‘this is what I do and this is a role I play in the community, and it is appreciated’.”

The inscription on the medallion refers to volunteer ambulance officers giving care to patients in life-or-death situations and at times of pain or stress.

“At a very significant moment in time in your life, there’s a professional volunteer ambulance crew who’s going to care for you,” Mr Driscoll said.

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Big things are planned for this year’s Balaklava Christmas Pageant on Friday, December 16.

Kicking off a 5.45pm, from Balaklava library, bound for the Triangle, Santa will settle into his magic cave after a parade of floats.

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To be or not to be? Nude that is. A recent survey by Nobby’s Nuts, revealed Australians love their birthday suit.

Almost 60 per cent of Australians have flashed, stripped in public, done a nuddy run or have had a “naked day” at home.

I’ve heard rumours about locals running naked along back tracks, or bouncing (literally) around on a trampoline in their back yards, or even getting back to nature in the garden.

With pictures of sprinter Matt Shirvington still in my head, I really don’t think nude runners would be attractive.

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This survey was done purely to promote a new nut range for Nobby’s, called Nobby’s Nude. Even though the survey was done in Sydney, (where else), it does pose my question about our ownAdelaide Plains nudies.

I don’t want to see any photographic evidence. Pul-ease. But if you have any funny stories about being caught out, let me know.

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Christmas Greetings

HIGHWAY & NORTHERN TOWNS

Jack jogs memory of ‘forgotten’ Aussies LOWER Light Hotel will be hosting a charity auction next weekend to raise money to honour the victims of abuse, either physical, emotional or sexual, while in State foster care.

Known as the “Forgotten Australians”, there is thought to be about 500,000 people who experienced such abuse. The Federal government acknowledged these people in a public apology in December last year.

Elizabeth Park man, Jack King, was a victim.

Mr King will be running an auction to raise money to buy two bronze plaques, which will be engraved and put on two benches provided by the Adelaide City Council in Peace Park, near the Women’s and Children’s Hospital.

The plaques will be engraved to honour the memories of both those who passed away while in State care and the survivors.

Both will also acknowledge the efforts of Ted Mulligan

Jack King (left) displays his promotional banner with Lower Light Hotel publican, Neill Sharer.

QC, a South Australian judge who championed the Forgotten Australians’ cause.

Each plaque will cost about $500, setting a fundraising target of $1,000.

The auction will be held from 6pm to 8pm on Sunday, December 11. Live band The Coads will be performing. n If you would like to donate to the auction, either drop in items to the Lower Light Hotel or contact Jack King on 0437 384 351.

Active week for Snowtown students Snowtown Area School recently got active for PE week, with students enjoying a range of activities. From Monday to Friday, WINNING smiles – Back row: Billy Francis, Joseph Hillard, Will Wallis, Tarlin Stephenson (Sports captain), Scott Hombsch, Nikki Francis, Amber Warner. Front: Miah Schultze, Deegan Ebsary, Nathan Lane.

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Christmas Greetings

HIGHWAY & NORTHERN TOWNS

Kristie and Dylan are working their way up Forget University – Lochiel resident Kristie Brackstone and Dylan Bezzina, of Hamley Bridge have not only achieved their career dream, but received an award for it.

DYLAN Bezzina says “you get paid to learn” at TAFE.

More than 60 young South Australians have been recognised for their skills and high achievement in a competition sometimes likened to an ‘Olympics for tradies’.

The 41st WorldSkills International Competition showcased global skills standards displayed by competitors from more than 50 countries representing 45 skill areas, with Australia achieving one gold medal, four silver and five bronze.

Both Dylan, 19 and Kristie, 18, have entered the workforce after completing their TAFE studies – and after excelling in their chosen fields, both have been awarded.

Kristie, who studied Beauty Care at TAFE SA in Tea Tree Gully, was awarded a gold medal for her achievements and she has been successful in gaining a full time position at Brazillian Beauty in North Adelaide.

“It was great to get a gold medal.

I was positive in what I did, but I didn’t expect to be rewarded for it,” Kristie said.

With hopes of opening her own salon one day, Kristie is looking

forward to enjoying her job for the next few years, and offers encouragement to anyone who is thinking of completing TAFE. “I absolutely recommend it to anyone who thinks Uni is not for them. It’s hard work but it’s worth it,” she said.

Dylan, who went to O’Halloran Hill TAFE to study to be a diesel mechanic, was awarded a silver medal for his efforts.

MEDALS reflect tafe SKILLS “It was a great accomplishment, something I’m proud of,” Dylan said.

Starting his career at Scania Australia, Dylan recently discovered he was successful in applying for a job as a diesel mechanic in Roxby Downs.

“A big challenge, but great experience,” he said.

Dylan also strongly recommends Tafe as a way of reaching your career dreams.

“It’s a great way to get your qualifications, you get paid to learn,” GOLD medal for Kristie Brackstone, receiving her award from State Minister for Employment, Higher Education and Skills, Tom Kenyon. he said.

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SPORT v Basketball

Practise makes perfect What’s in a name?

Dribbler reckons the best basketballer’s names start with “B”.

Well, there’s Brianna, Brandon, Bradley, Brooke, Brittany, Bianca and Ben. Then if you look at surnames there is Blackwell, Binka, Brownlie and Barlow.

Dribbler tells me Charmaine played with an ankle that would have kept others off the court for weeks.

Her efforts were thwarted in a way as

Friday Night Lights ADELAIDE PLAINS BASKETBALL REPORT

By Three Points

Thunder couldn’t quite get the best of Bulldogs, and had to settle for a draw. Dribbler would say that’s because Bulldogs begins with “B”.

Kerri Blackwell was in top form again this

n SHYLEIGH Cullen, Bulldogs looks to the goal as Sharks’ Eleanor Cunningham tries to steal possession in Under 14 Girls.

n NEW umpire, Aiden Lawless, learns from the experienced Ray Bennett.

week and led the Longies’ women to a good win over the Redlegs.

Dribbler thinks if the Redlegs wore long red socks they would probably do much better.

Not many three pointers went in that I saw in the women’s games, and only a few were put up. However one went in that the scorers didn’t see according to Dribbler.

They were told at the end of the game by the umpires and guess what? It changed the game result. I did see one in Under 14 though that definitely went in, and was seen by all, but it wasn’t counted as they are not recorded in the younger age groups.

The Wildcats went wild, you could say, and got much closer to Owen than Dribbler predicted.

I think the two “S” girls, Sophie Wehr and Sarah Heaslip, combined well together and with Melody Bennett also getting a few more to drop, look like they will get even closer next time.

The two “K” girls, Keisha Gregory and Kelsey Wedding, both played well but need to not rest on their bril-

Adelaide Plains Basketball Results For all your sports energy drinks!

1 Fisher Street, Balaklava - Ph: 8862 1513 Results of matches played on Friday November 25, 2011

A MEN

Peckers 36 (B.Michael 10, J.Walker 10, M.Clifford 7) def Long Plains 20 (R.Sharer 15, H.Pym 3, J.McArdle). Bulldogs 28 (D.Hill 10, B.Shepherd 9, J.Kelly) def Avon Bulls (W.Hennessy 10, S.Baker 4, A.Markopoulos 4).

B MEN

Owen 20 (A.Pratt 12, B.Merry 11, J.Gregory 4) def Old Dogs 0 (No one scored). Auburn Hawks (J.Hicks 15, A.McKendrick 11, S.Noack 6) Young Guns 31 (K.Robinson 14, T.Shepherd 6, S.VanKleef 4).

U/18 BOYS

Owen 43 (J.Wedding 22, J.Dunstan 10, R.Konzag 9) def Raiders 37 (C.McPharlin 14, T.Michael 10, J.Taylor 7). Redlegs 59 (C.Veitch 23, B.Taylor 19, J.Zilm 10) def Long Plains 22 (D.Haynes 12, D.Wilson 8, K.McArdle 2).

U/17 BOYS

Titans 43 (J.Wehr 18, J.Speissegger 9, L.Speissegger 7) def Bulldogs 16 (T.Nottle 8, W.Angel 4, T.Goldney 2). Owen 33 (J.Harkness 11, J.Pratt 8, B.Florence 7) def Bullets 15 (Z.Scholz 6, J.Michael 3, T.Scholz 3).

U/14 BOYS

Falcons 44 (A.Lawless 16, S.Speissegger 16, T.Lamond 4) def Owen 21 (C.Lane 8, B.Sheridan 8, Z.Brookes 2). Bulldogs 48 (T.Moulds 22, S.Carslake 16, J.Hoepner 8) def Long Plains 12 (N.McArdle 8, C.McCann 2, A.Snowden 2).

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Long Plains 34 (K.Blackwell 18, A.Daniel 4, J.Daniel 4) def Redlegs 19 (K.Woodrow 10, T.White 5, S.Young 4). Opals 43 (A.Schahinger 16, S.Wilson 13, T.Evans 6) def Celtics 23 (T.Barrand 12, A.Barrand 4, T.Lawson 4). Storm 44 (R.McPharlin 18, C.Powell 9, L.Michael 8) def Pumas 27 (K.Harkness 9, P.Florence 7, S.Florence 6). Thunder 25 (A.Wilson 10, B.Koch 7, C.Barlow 4) drew Bulldogs 25 (K.Cmrlec 9, J.Angel 6, T.Nottle 6).

n LUCY Dixon, Strikers is boxed in under the ring by the defence of Boomers’ Hosea McPharlin, in the Under 12’s game on Friday night.

liance. It was a great game to watch.

I do like the players who put in week after week and yet never manage enough shots to get their names in the paper.

They play an important part, as there would be no game without them.

Dribbler reckons there are a few junior teams who take it in turns being ball carriers, but in most it is the same players. Even when the Mercy rule comes in, the same players seem to bring the ball in.

The Bulldogs Under14 Girls team, Dribbler tells me, were really good at guarding players when they got 20 up. Dribbler reckons they were a co operative team with each of them finding a player once they came over the three point line.

It could be just the players or it could be the coach. It certainly made the game more interesting and made the players actually think about how players are

to be guarded. Guarding is a hard skill to learn and many still get fouls because they don’t know how to guard, because they come in from the side rather than get there first and face their opponent.

Ben Florance in Under 17 Boys for Owen is a good example. Owen has a number of players who guard well. Jarrad Dunstan and Ryan Konzag are another two who have the skill. Maybe they have just put in the time…or perhaps they were born with it.

It’s great to see some other younger players from the DSNP group getting better with their guarding skill.

Tenneal White was ‘white hot’ in her game in Under 16 Girls. Wow, wow, wow! Her energy and persistence was amazing. Although capable of winning games on her own, she needs to get the rest of the team to work hard and be in positions to help when things don’t work well,

or the other team manage to guard her out.

Basketball is like that, and games that should have been won are lost because one person was relied on too much. Dribbler wishes they had someone like that!

Mitchell Lawrie in the Under 12s is one of those players. Dribbler reckons he could have

scored more than a 100 points already this season. He very nearly won the game against Owen, needing his cousin Elliott to get one in to give them the win.

Dribbler likes the way Tyler Moulds and Samuel Carslake play, showing individual skills and talent but also trying to bring in their team mates.

Bradley Michael and Justin Walker are also like them, and that is probably why the Peckers were able to dispose of the Long Plains lads so easily. Where is their big Bill Banton from last year? They need him now. There are a number of good players missing. Jordan Wilson is one. Dribbler reckons he was at basketball. One of the Avon Bulls could be missing for a few weeks, as Dribbler tells me he was reported for persistently criticising the umpires.

Umpires have a hard enough job without the players riding them and making it harder. I know some of the decisions can sometimes be disputed, but continually complaining never changes it. It never has in my games, anyway.

Let’s hope that now the school term is coming to an end that players come back, practise lots and show us just how good they are at basketball. I’ll be there next Friday night to see it!

U/16 Girls

Bulldogs 42 (T.White 34, K.Price 4, C.Lawrie 2) def Suns 21 (A.Wehr 8, C.McPharlin 4, A.Michael 3). Gems 38 (C.Guy 14, S.Faehrmann 8, E.Mahony 8) def Owen 20 (B.Wilson 10, M.Merry 4, T.Harkness 4).

U/14 Girls

Bulldogs 40 (T.Williams 18, G.McArdle 10, M.Hosking 6) def Sharks 21 (B.Smith 8, K.White 6, S.Sach 5). Owen 32 (K.Wedding 20, R.Dunstan 6, K.Gregory 6) def Wildcats 29 (S.Wehr 9, S.Heaslip 8, M.Benett 6).

U12 Mixed

Magics 28 (K.Heaslip 12, C.Lamond 6, K.Binka 4) def Redlegs 24 (R.Chapman 16, O.Carslake 6, D.Clisby 2). Boomers 12 (K.Binka 4, E.Brownlie 4, H.McPharlin 2) def Strikers 13 (T.Michael 8, L.Dixon 5). Bulldogs 30 (M.Lawrie 28, E.Goldney 2) def Owen 28 (J.Heaslip 12, C.Harkness 8, T.Gregory 6).

n ABOVE: Kirrily White, Sharks and Tayla Williams, Bulldogs fight for possession in Under 14 Girls. n RIGHT: Strikers coach, Ciara Guy and player Joshua Tiller celebrate their Under 12’s win.

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SPORT v Bowls

Gold snatches match points For the second week in a row damp, heavy conditions were experienced across most venues but, knock wood, we have yet to lose a day’s bowls so far this season. It is the longest unbroken stretch of play we have had at the start of a season for many a year.

Whether it was the conditions on the day or the evenness of the competition – or perhaps a combination of both – a number of interesting results were evident last Saturday.

In Division One, the feature match saw Hamley Bridge host Balaklava Gold.

At afternoon tea, Hamley Bridge held a 12 shot lead with Philip Rex (HB) 21-5 up on Trevor Clifford (BGo) while the Barry Smith (HB) – Peter Thompson (BGo) match was level at 10-10 and Anthony O’Brien (HB) trailled Barry Taylor (BGo) 8-12.

Balaklava Gold staged a comeback during the second phase of the match, with Thompson eventually securing a four shot win over Smith while Taylor had a narrow one shot win over O’Brien.

At this stage, the Rex – Clifford match still had two ends to go with Rex leading 26-21, which placed Balaklava Gold one shot up overall.

The 24th end was initially deadended before Rex’s rink gained two valuable shots on the replayed end.

Hamley Bridge now held a one shot lead.

After the first four bowls were sent down on the 25th and final end, Hamley Bridge held at least a two shot advantage on the end.

However, Balaklava’s third bowler, Kym McPharlin, wrested this advantage away from Hamley Bridge by drawing shot.

Despite his best efforts, Rex (HB) was unable to dislodge the shot bowl to eventually finish five shots up over Clifford (BGo).

The overall scores, however, were tied at 71 apiece with Balaklava Gold taking the match points with two rinks up.

Elsewhere, Mallala continued their winning form at Owen’s ex-

WMBA REPORT: John Glistak

pense taking the match by 15 shots.

Peter Furst (M) gained a 13 shot win over Graham Simpson (O), while Ken Roberts (M) accounted for Tim Harkness (O) by seven shots. This lead was sufficient to cover Brian Parker’s (O) five shot advantage over Brian Smith (M).

Port Wakefield retained its lead in Division One following their 14 shot win over Wasleys. Rink scores, however, suggest that this contest was much closer than the overall score would indicate.

The final match saw Riverton return to the winning circle with a comfortable 38 shot victory over Balaklava Green.

Minor changes to the Division One standings have occurred with Riverton and Balaklava Gold changing positions and Owen and Wasleys also swapping positions.

So, what is in store in this weekend’s round?

Owen hosts Balaklava Green in a match where the hosts will be striving to improve upon its 1-5 record over the past six weeks while the visitors will be yearning for its first win for the season.

Owen’s last win, in fact, was at Balaklava Green’s expense and a similar result is predicted in this match.

Mallala is coming off two wins in a row and will face a Wasleys side eager to record another win against their hosts.

A close contest is anticipated with perhaps Wasleys being favoured on this occasion.

Third plays first – Balaklava Gold vs Port Wakefield – a match that will have significant impact on the Division One competition.

Port Wakefield has a 7-1 record compared with Balaklava Gold’s 6-2 record. In their previous match, Port Wakefield gained maximum points with a 21 shot win.

More consistent form should sway this match in Port Wakefield’s favour.

It will be many seasons since

n GLEN Bubner sends his bowl down during Saturday’s Division One clash against Mallala. n BELOW: Peter March, Mallala, in action.

Hamley Bridge has gone through its current stretch of three losses in a row.

Over the past month, it has had a tie (with two rinks up), a loss by one shot, a loss by six shots, and a tie (with only one rink up).

This weekend, Hamley Bridge faces Riverton which has had a 2-2 record during the same period of time; its two losses being by two shots and four shots, despite having two rinks up on each occasion.

At their last outing, Hamley Bridge had a comfortable twenty two shot win over Riverton.

However, this weekend’s match will be considerably closer with Riverton eager to inflict another loss upon Hamley Bridge. Which way will the pendulum swing?

Results – November 26: Mallala 75(10) (P Furst 28, B Smith 19, K Roberts 28) def Owen 60(2) (G Simpson 15, B Parker 24, T Harkness 21); Riverton 83(12) (B Mullins 26,

M Greenslade 26, N Rogers 31) def Balaklava Green 45(0) (C Cowan 10, D Lamond 16, M Olsen 19); Balaklava Gold 71(7) (T Clifford 22, B Taylor 23, P Thompson 26) def Hamley Bridge 71(5) (P Rex 27, A O’Brien 22, B Smith 22); Port Wakefield 78(12) (W McPharlin 25, G McPharlin 29, R Murphy 24) def. Wasleys 64(0) (D Olive 22, D McQuade 26, W Grady 16) Division One standings: Port Wakefield 77 (+89), Riverton 64 (+86), Balaklava Gold 62 (+93), Hamley Bridge 52 (+62), Owen 42 (-27), Wasleys 41 (-38), Mallala 31 (-78), Balaklava Green 15 (-178).

December 3 fixtures: Mallala vs Wasleys, Riverton vs Hamley Bridge, Owen vs Balaklava Green, Balaklava Gold vs Port Wakefield.

Little separating the top sides in Division Two

n IAN Stuart, Mallala about to release during the Division One clash, watched by Owen’s Neil Harkness and Mallala’s Shirley Sanders.

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Port Wakefield Blue and Owen share the lead in Division Two, with Hamley White only two points in arrears. A small gap now separates these sides from the remainder of the competition.

Both Port Wakefield Blue and Owen had comfortable wins over Tarlee Red and Wasleys respectively, while Hamley White easily accounted for fourth-placed Riverton Black.

Elsewhere, close results were recorded in a number of matches.

Balaklava Red had its second win for the season, defeating Mallala Black by eight shots despite having only one rink up.

Mallala White and Riverton White each had narrow wins over Balaklava Blue and Hamley Red, respectively.

Port Wakefield Gold was the remaining winner from last weekend’s round.

The feature Division Two match this Saturday will see

second placed Hamley White pitted against third placed Owen.

On paper, these sides appear to be two very even sides with little likely to separate them – until perhaps the last end or so.

Port Wakefield Blue should continue its winning ways at the expense of its sister side, Port Wakefield Gold, in the local derby.

Riverton Black faces another crucial match, this time against a Mallala White combination that sits only two points behind them.

Similarly, very little separates Mallala Black and Riverton White, suggesting that this match could be another close tussle.

Balaklava Blue, Hamley Red and Balaklava Red are likely winners in the remaining matches of the round.

Please note that as Tarlee’s green is temporarily unavailable, the Tarlee White

vs Balaklava Blue match for this weekend will be played at Balaklava instead.

Results – November 26: Port Wakefield Blue 79(10) (S Reimers 36, P Fontaine 17, P Baum 26) def Tarlee Red 56(2) (R Clarke 14, F Gorey 25, I Rohde 17); Balaklava Red 70(8) (T Jones 16, C Milton 22, G Heffernan 32) def Mallala Black 62(4) (I O’Loan 20, B Whyte 26, K McDonald 16); Riverton White 74(10) (R Hannaford 29, J Glistak 22, G Giles 23) def Hamley Red 72(2) (J Tily 15, G Schilling 36, B Morris 21); Owen 93(10) (R Uppill 24, L Hean 30, P Sullivan 39) def Wasleys 54(2) (B McDougall 29, J McDonnell 14, S Wendland 11); Port Wakefield Gold 81(12) (A Carslake 31, A Brown 23, K Anderson 27) def Tarlee White 55(0) (J Perry 18, P Dunn 13, D Branson 24); Mallala White 67(10) (G Forrest 15, M King 23, J Curnow 29) def Balaklava Blue 65(2) (K Harkness

27, C Stewart 22, P McPharlin 16); Hamley White 86(10) (M Nichols 18, A Fyfe 35, J Bell 33) def Riverton Black 58(2) (R Schulz 24, P Gates 11, P Koster 23) Division Two standings: Port Wakefield Blue 76 (+192), Owen 76 (+135), Hamley White 74 (+142), Riverton Black 63 (+64), Mallala White 62 (+6), Mallala Black 54 (+62), Riverton White 50 (-11.25), Tarlee White 46 (-26), Hamley Red 43 (-12), Port Wakefield Gold 36 (-25), Wasleys 30 (-105.75), Balaklava Red 27 (-100), Balaklava Blue 27 (-134), Tarlee Red 12 (-189).

December 3 fixtures: Tarlee White vs Balaklava Blue (to be played at Balaklava), Mallala White vs Riverton Black, Hamley White vs Owen, Wasleys vs Hamley Red, Riverton White vs Mallala Black, Port Wakefield Blue vs Port Wakefield Gold, Balaklava Red vs Tarlee Red.

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SPORT v District

Tennis

Bash for Cash goes ‘wild’

Lower North Juniors

YeeHa! The Wild Wild West is coming to town.

Balaklava Tennis Club’s Bash for Cash doubles night is back on February 18, 2012.

Organise a costume, find your partner and do-si-do to the town courts for a fun, affordable family night out. Besides tennis for players aged over 16 years, there’ll be delicious “wild west” food for tea and bar facilities available (no BYO drinks). Activities will be available for the young cowboys and girls.

Further details early next year, but target that date now so you don’t miss the shoot out!

• Pictured are from left: Emma-Lee Lomman, Paul McBride, Megan Shepherd, Tania Allen and Darren Scholz (holding gun) hamming it up for the camera.

DYLAN Williams and Gemma Freebairn on duty at the Balaklava courts as ball boy and ball girl.

MNTA premiership table as at November 12

TYLER Powell, Hamley Bridge serves in her division two junior match at Balaklava on Saturday.

BILLY West, Balaklava prepares to hit a forehand.

WHERE’S WALLY? Wayne ‘Wally’ Treverton graced night tennis with his presence Thursday night – here he’s pictured firing a serve down in division two.

TANYA Greenshields in fine divisionone form last Thursday night.

Wash out for Gilbert Valley Another wet weekend affected matches, with the A3’s not getting a start, so they will play a one-day game next week.

The A1’s have the job in front of them after losing early wickets in the reply to Angaston’s innings. The A5’s had a loss.

Highlights this week were Justin Schahinger with the ball in the A1’s bowling 19 overs four maidens 6/60.

A1 results: Gilbert Valley 3/37 v Angaston 177. Ang: K Vivian 53, B Kurtz 32, B Burgess 21. GV: J Schahinger 6/60, R Vandeleur 2/9, C Mullins 1/14, T Vater 1/32.

A3 results: Match washed out.

A5 results: Angaston defeated Gilbert Valley (no stats available).

A Grade Clare Masters Clare Young Guns Blyth Balaklava Saddleworth Hilltown Dalkey Long Plains

W L 4 4 3 3 2 2 1 0

0 1 2 2 2 3 4 5

B Grade Mintaro Riverton Blyth Auburn Farrell Flat/Sevenhill Watervale Hilltown Clare Aces Clare Hot Shots

4 4 3 2 3 1 1 1 0

0 1 1 1 2 3 4 2 4

Juniors Auburn Blyth Alligators Hilltown Blyth Crocodiles Clare Green Clare Red Clare White Clare Yellow Clare Blue Sevenhill

4 3 3 2 2 2 2 2 2 0

0 1 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 5

F A %

527 430 55.07 567 323 63.71 572 481 54.32 552 484 53.28 361 454 44.29 580 465 55.50 412 636 39.31 359 657 35.33

497 331 60.02 569 464 55.08 418 393 51.54 354 250 58.61 511 411 55.42 349 444 44.01 477 566 45.73 266 406 39.58 305 481 38.80

242 179 57.48 222 183 54.81 249 220 53.09 201 175 53.46 225 209 51.84 213 218 49.42 186 196 48.69 277 253 52.26 232 257 47.44 150 307 32.82

DIVISION 1: Mallala White 3-25 drew with Long Plains 3-25. Doubles: Howard/Howard d. N.Curnow/ Sharer 6-4, Jenkin/Parsons lost to R.Curnow/Daniel 4-6. Singles: Douglas Howard d. Nick Curnow 6-1, Clare Howard lost to Corey Sharer 3-6, Mark Jenkin lost to Riley Curnow 0-6, Edward Parsons d. Amy Daniel 6-2.

Balaklava Silver 6-36 d. Balaklava Gold 0-13.

Doubles: H.Greenshields/Taylor d. Michael/Freebairn 6-4, M.Greenshields/Michael d. Seminutin/ Scholz 6-0. Singles: Hedley Greenshields d. Callum Michael 6-3, Jordan Taylor d. Brett Freebairn 6-3, Marni Greenshields d. Mitchell Seminutin 6-3, Jake Michael d. Todd Scholz 6-0.

Owen 6-36 d. Balaklava White 0-8. Doubles: Robinson/Fry d. Michael/Freebairn 6-1, McBride/ Harkness d. Williams/White 6-3, Singles: Kieren Robinson d. Dillon Michael 6-0, Charles Fry d. Gemma Freebairn 6-0, Jason McBride d. Ashleigh Williams 6-3, Brayden Harkness d. Tenneal White 6-1.

Hamley Bridge v Balaklava Green not played due to rain.

DIVISION 2: Owen 4-26 d. Long Plains 2-21.

Doubles: J Pratt/Lloyd d. H Hosking/H.McArdle 6-2, Parker/Heaslip d. J.Daniel/G.McArdle 6-4, Singles: Jared Pratt d. Harry Hosking 6-1, Ryan Lloyd lost to Hannah McArdle 1-6, Sophie Parker d. Jessica Daniel 6-2, Jessica Heaslip lost to Gerogia McArdle 1-6.

Balaklava Green 6-29 d. Mallala 0-18. Doubles: White/Lane d. Dunstan/J.Furst 6-3, Selleck/Michael d. G.Furst/Strudwicke 6-1, Singles: Tenneal White lost to Rachel Dunstan 0-6, Tom Lane d. Jackson Furst 6-1, Kristy Selleck lost to Georgia Furst 5-6, Toby Michael d. Lachlan Strudwicke 6-1.

Balaklava Gold 6-36 d. Hamley Bridge 0-14.

Doubles: VanKleef/Heaslip d. McCabe/Langtry 6-2, Lamond/West d. Packer/Powell 6-2, Singles: Sam VanKleef d. Amy McCabe 6-0, Sarah Heaslip d. Mia Langtry 6-3, Tyson Lamond d. Beth Packer 6-2, Billy West d. Tyler Powell 6-5.

Two Wells 2 v Two Wells 1 not played due to rain.

DIVISION 3: Owen 5-32 d. Two Wells 1 1-17.

Doubles: Lloyd/Burman d. Lawson/Chua 6-0, Parker/ Heaslip d. J.Turner/Dart 6-5, Singles: Kaitlyn Lloyd lost to Cassandra Lawson 2-6, Lisa Burman d.

Martina Chua 6-0, Lucy Parker d. Jenny Turner 6-2, Max Heaslip d. Zoe Dart 6-4.

Balaklava Gold 5-30 d. Balaklava Green 1-16.

Doubles: White/Allen d. Clifford/Lane 6-4, Tiller/ Freebairn d. Woodroofe/Lamond 6-2, Singles: Kirrily White d. Aaron Clifford 6-4, Lori Allen lost to Emma Lane 0-6, Claudia Tiller d. Tommy Woodroofe 6-0, Matthew Freebairn d. Chloe Lamond 6-0.

Mallala v Hamley Bridge not played due to rain.

Two Wells 2 v Long Plains not played due to rain.

Division 1 Points % Owen 12 88.89 Mallala Black 10 83.33 Balaklava Green 7 57.69 Balaklava Silver 5 50.00 Mallala White 5 43.75 Balaklava White 4 36.67 Balaklava Gold 3 30.56 Long Plains 1 36.67 Hamley Bridge 1 15.38 Division 2 Points % Owen 10 64.71 Balaklava Gold 8 59.38 Two Wells 1 7 60.71 Hamley Bridge 7 58.82 Balaklava Green 7 58.33 Long Plains 4 41.67 Mallala 4 36.11 Two Wells 2 1 21.88

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Results from Saturday November 26. Long Plains115 def Saddleworth 88.

Ladies Singles: Leah Tynan def Tania Williams 6-2, Karen Tynan Def Chris Schmaal 6-0, Shelly Crosbie def Rachel Oehmes 6-1, Alison Pym def Kay Winders 6-4, Clare Howard def Katie I’Anson 6-3, Carissa Daniel lost to Louise Thomas 2-6.

Mens Singles: JamesRundle def Ashley Winders 6-2, Ross Sharer lost to Greg Schmaal 0-6, Daniel Brewster lost to Jared Schmaal 4-6, Ben Pym def Kim I’Anson 6-1, Nick Algar lost to Fletcher Thomas 4-6, Paul Sharer def Nathan Forrest 7-5.

Blyth 119 def Balaklava 91.

Ladies Singles: Janet Zweck lost to Melissa Moulds 3-6, Nicola Andriske lost to Shaz Pike 0-6, Kristin Carling lost to Shelley Lamond 2-6, Lyn Stirling lost to Terissa Smart 6-7, Rachel Carling def Abbie Tiller 6-3, Carol Virgin def Hannah Hoepner 6-2.

Mens Singles: Paul Gibson def Rick Lamond 6-4, Adam Pratt def Scott McDonald 6-1, Dale Stirling lost to Andrew Michael 6-7, Christian White def Douglas Howard 6-0, Rob Lloyd def Jeremy Lomman 6-4, Tyson Webb def Ben Michael 6-1.

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SPORT v District DUBLIN bowler, Ben Starr just misses a catch during Saturday’s Para Districts cricket match at Dublin.

Renee Athlete of the Year finalist Renee and Julie McPharlin are pictured with Michelle den Dekker, South Australian and Australian captain legend netball player, at the SA Sports Awards night, held in Adelaide on November 18 – where Renee was a finalist for Country Athlete of the Year.

Each year The KPMG Celebration of South Australian Sport honours those who have made an outstanding contribution to sport in South Australia as individual or team athletes, coaches, administrators and volunteers from both metropolitan and regional areas of South Australia.

ABOVE: Wilf Heslop made eight runs for Dublin during Saturday’s home match against Tea Tree Gully.

LEFT: Hamley Bridge’s Bethany Packer hits a forehand in her division two match at Balaklava.

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NEMWBA Pennant results from November 23.

Clare Red 48 (10) def Spalding 23 (0): R Howes 23, P Gill 15, R Jarman 25, G Blaser 8.

Balaklava 47 (8) def Clare Blue 26 (2): K Harkness 30, R Brandt 7, G Heffernan 17, K Clarke 19.

Blyth 55 (8) def Clare Green 33 (2): J Bradbury 38, R Wurst 8, W Jericho 17, P Errey 25.

Snowtown 44 (10) def Clare White 38 (0): R Atkinson 20, B Sims 23, R Brand 24, R Topperwein 15.

Burra 48 (10) def Brinkworth 25 (0): C Boston 25, F Groom 10, R Taylor 23, R Martin 15.

Premiership table

Pts For Agst % Burra 69 317 20 6 60.61 Clare Red 64 318 219 59.22 Snowtown 48 216 215 50.12 Spalding 45 223 211 51.38 Blyth 39 231 215 51.79 Clare Green 34 234 277 45.79 Clare Blue 33 263 286 47.90 Clare White 32 259 266 49.33 Balaklava 24 235 272 46.35 Brinkworth 12 216 345 38.50 November 30 fixtures: Clare Green v Brinkworth, Clare Blue v Blyth, Snowtown v Clare Red, Spalding v Balaklava, Burra v Clare White.

Northern Light Women

Pennant results from November 24.

Auburn Red 74 (M Mount 26, M Parkinson 48) d Tarlee 12 (J Branson 8, S Molineux 4).

Auburn Black 42 (H Williams 21, L Wildash 21) d Booborowie 27 (L Pearce 15, R Landorf 12).

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Burra Green 42 (K Lomman 15, C Boston 27) d Burra Gold 37 (A Webster 22, D Day 15.)

Riverton Black 37 (C O’Toole 22, M Keast 15) d Riverton Blue 32 (J Glistak 18, E Passehl 14).

Riverton Green 41 (J Przibilla 36, A Harrip 5) d Robertstown Green 32 (S Kimpton 6, D Kotz 26).

Burra Red 45 (L Sutton 21, M Bevan 24) d Mintaro 31 (R Tohl 18, B Kellock 13).

Robertstown Gold 48 (L Mosey 25, C Ruediger 23) d Saddleworth Blue 30 (P Milde 16, B Schoenberg 14).

Premiership table Auburn Red 52 + 179 Auburn Black 48 + 83 Riverton Black 45 + 45 Riverton Green 42 + 46 Robertstown Gold 36 + 37 Burrra Red 31 + 13 Riverton Blue 30 + 47 Saddleworth Gold 30 - 3 Burra Green 28 + 13 Booborowie 26 + 1 Burra Gold 20 - 40 Saddleworth Blue 20 - 56 Robertstown Green 16 - 49 Mintaro 12 - 99 Tarlee 12 - 145

sides for saturday

Balaklava Division 1: Balaklava Green v Owen played at Owen, cars skippers. R Barr, J Roberts, O Chapman, D Lamond (sk). Z Guy, B Moffat, J Bastian, M Olsen (sk). J McPharlin, S Guy, J Milton, C Cowan (sk).

Division 2: Balaklava Gold v Pt Wakefield played at Balaklava. K Cottle, K McPharlin, R McPharlin, T Clifford (sk).

A Northcott, J Olsen, S Hawke, B Taylor (sk). G Palmer, B Olsen, A Chivell, P Thompson (sk).

NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE. Balaklava Blue v Tarlee White played at Balaklava. P Meyers, H Philp, K

Catford, P McPharlin (sk). L Bradock, P Ramm, C Welke, C Stewart (sk). R Hillman, C Haasbroek, R McDonald, K Harkness (sk).

Balaklava Red v Tarlee Red played at Balaklava. R May, E Edwards, L Zerk, C Milton (sk). A Barr, N Sampson, L Day, T Jones (sk). H Hebisch, R Greenshields, E Cunningham, D Beare (sk).

Bar: P Thompson and B Taylor.

Chicken Wheel: L Day and L Zerk.

Owen Division 1: Owen v Balaklava Green played at Owen. G Marshman, I Freebairn, B Roper, B Parker (sk). G Harkness, K Warnes, N Harkness, G Simpson(sk). D Greer, P Freebairn, G Bubner, T Harkness (sk).

Division 2: Owen v Hamley Bridge played at Hamley Bridge. D Northcott, D Hartwell, R Hill, P Sullivan (sk). D Brown, D Lauricella, M Miles, L Hean (sk). L Beaty, G Ince, A Wandel, R Uppill (sk).

Cars: R Hill, D Brown and L Beaty to depart at 12.45pm. Reserves: J Harkness, B Freebairn and W Heaslip.

Wooroora women

Mallala Black 69 def Two Wells 64: R Jenkin 24 def M Gameau 20, Y Curnow 20 def B Molloy 19, J Curnow 25 drew S Underwood 25.

Balaklava Gold 63 def Pt Wakefield 46; J Milton 30 def S Kempster 12, c Catford 21 def H Brown 19, L Berry 15 def C Goldney 12.

Mallala White 55 def Hamley Bridge 40; B Roney 21 def B McQuire 9, N Fyfe 21 def Y Howard 17, C King 17 def N Bubner 10.

Owen 69 def Balaklava Green 60; H Hocking 27 def B Philp 19, G Chapman 22 def G Wandel 15, B Harkness 27 def H Menadue 19.

Permiership points Owen 65 + 118 Mallala White 60 + 106 Mallala Black 54 + 54

Balaklava Gold 40 + 28 Two Wells 39 - 25 Hamley Bridge 38 - 34 Balaklava Green 28 - 40 Pt Wakefield 10 - 202

Croquet Northern YP

Results from November 23.

Snowtown 33 (Bolvig 10, Hoskin 9, Freebairn 4, Clark 10) d Kadina White 22 (Jen Lydeamore 4, D Virgin 9, Daddow 2, Marshall 7).

Pt Wakefield 42 (McWaters 11, Lipsett 5, Algie 13, Simpson 13) d Kadina Blue 17 (John Lydeamore 6, Roach 2, Rodstedt 3, B Virgin 6).

Moonta Green 30 (Promnitz 8, Lamshed 7, Bennett 11, Elverd 4) d Moonta Brown 18 (Hatcher 7, James 3, Trenwith 5, Hall 3).

Wallaroo White 38 (Hendy 13, Price 13, Miller 6 Fuss 6) d Balaklava 17 (Sutton 3, Hilzinger 2, Hill 6, N Williams 6).

Wallaroo Blue 20 d NYP on forfeit.

Golf balaklava mid week

A group of 13 players took to the fairways on Wednesday November 23, with Greg Sonntag winning the day coming in with 53, Brian Stewart 50, Bill Goudie 49, Dean Trickett 47, John Michael 46 CB, Doug Taylor 46 CB, Mike Hahesy 46, Barrie Thompson 45, Dene Newton 44 CB, Merv Hameister 44, Chris Hahesy 41, Bill Berry 39 and Rick Campbell 38.

Birdies: Bill Goudie holes 3, 16 and 18, Merv Hameister holes 11 and 16.

NTP: Dean Trickett holes 3 and 8.

Hamley Bridge Golf

Thursday’s Stableford competition drew 29 players, with “Abob” Max Grasby winning the day carding 42 points.

Close behind him was Len Usher with 41 while in third place was taken by Bar Manager Barry Schwartz on a countback from Sandy Jackson both with 40.

Other prize winners were Cliff Applebee and Ron Smith both with 36 on a count back from Errol Branson, Ross Heinze Dave Russell who just missed out. Other Leading Scores Bob Ahola, Ed Manning, Colin Doudle, Wally Jackson, Anton Noack, Bob Hillier, Dennis Nation 35, Rex Mortimer, Lance Hatcher 34, Vince Zito, Helen Bell 33, with the rest missing the cut.

Birdies: Bob Charman 4th and 9th, Bob Hillier 1st.

Club President Anton, Noack had a day on with his Golf Winning Saturdays Stableford competition with 41 points but apparently not so with his Gopher, it appears he was off while riding it up on to his ute. If anyone has a couple off crash helmets to donate they would be gratefully accepted! John Mitchell has made it back into the prizewinners circle with 38 points from Bert Pearce 37 c/b, Leigh Durdin , George Dahlitz 37, Gary Woods 36, Barry Zerna, J Bowden (Two Wells) 35 c/b all being Prize winners.

Other leading scores Dave Russell, Errol Branson 35, Bob Ahola 34, Steve Howe, Ron Smith, Roen Cameron, Doug Cooper, Helen Bell 33, Len Usher, Wim Van Pelt, Max Grasby, Dennis Nation 32, and the rest missed the cut in a field of 30 players.

Birdies: Rex Mortimer 4th and 9th, Len Usher 8th, J Bowden 16th, Dave Russell 12th, Wim Van Pelt 15th, George Dahlitz 4th, John Mitchell 7th. Nearest To the Pins: Rex Mortimer 9th and 4th, Dave Russell 12th.

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LOCAL v Living

The way We were

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YEARS AGO November 2006

• Eight Balaklava scouts were counting down the days until they embarked on the adventure of a lifetime - the 21st Australian Scout Jamboree, held in Elmore, Victoria.

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YEARS AGO November 2001

• Balaklava’s Jean Neumann and Hamley Bridge’s Max McKenzie were awarded joint Citizens of the Year for the Wakefield Regional Council area.

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YEARS AGO November 1991

• Gilbert Valley entrant in the Miss Australia Quest, Holly-Anne Mosey was looking toward the regional finals in Whyalla after raising over $2,000.

COMMUNITY

Diary& • Dec 3 & 17: Salt of the Earth Country Market, Port Wakefield • Dec 11 Carols by Candlelight at Woolsheds Church Rhynie • Dec 13: Balaklava Primary School Carols By Candlelight.

• Dec 15: Mallala Christmas Street Parade and combined Mallala Community Markets.

• Dec 16: Balaklava Christmas Pageant.

• Dec 18: Carols in the Balaklava Triangle.

Volunteers - our priceless workforce Heritage Highlights

December 5 marks the 10th anniversary of the International Year of Volunteers, so let’s take a look at the history of volunteering in Australia.

According to the dictionary, a volunteer is “a person who serves without pay.” Most communities, especially in country areas, couldn’t survive without volunteers. Australia was right up there with the rest of the world, leading the way.

The first recorded charity in Australia, apart from religious foundations, was the Benevolent Society which was founded by Edward Smith Hall in 1813. This group even pre-dates the International Red Cross which was established in 1864, influenced by Florence Nightingale’s Crimean War effort.

The Benevolent Society was a

those servicemen who had made the ultimate sacrifice.

The Great Depression saw soup kitchens and clothing depots established to keep the population fed and clothed while so many were unemployed – these were the beginning of what we know today as “Op Shops.”

In 2006 there were an estimated 700,000 non-profit and community organisations in Australia, with an estimated 5.2 million volunteers – a quarter of the total population!

Many of these groups rely 100 per cent on their volunteers to operate, bringing important social benefits and contributing an estimated $42 billion to the Australian economy.

It would be safe to say that the majority of our volunteers are ‘retirees’ – how often have you heard a

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pioneer in many of its programs, eg. in 1912 it founded the first antenatal clinic in the British Empire.

The Royal Flying Doctor Service, dating back to 1928, is the oldest air-based medical service in the world and, while the pilots, doctors and nurses are paid, the whole organisation could not function without a strong band of volunteers spread right across the country.

During the World Wars, Red Cross played a major role and, after the end of hostilities, Legacy was set up to care for the families of

retiree volunteer say they’d “never have time to go back to work?”

Those who do volunteer their time and/or talents to support their local community certainly gain a rich reward, knowing they are doing something to help others.

I’m not going to list all the volunteer groups in our community – you know who they are! But I will encourage as many people as possible to get involved. Do something without being paid – you’ll be surprised at the ‘rewards’.

Talkin’ tunes with

Mr Brightside

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tering of the track is expertly done and if the professional sound of “Southern Wind” can be maintained throughout the album, line up to get your copy.

Coupled with the cracking new film clip, which can be viewed on video website, YouTube, it’s amazing to think this is the first cab off the rank for FTO. Even if you’re not a big hiphop fan, “Southern Wind” will convert you to some extent as it draws the listener into the story unfolding as the track progresses.

Be sure to check it out.

Other songs to hit the mark in the recent release include “Place Your Bets” and “Liquor Lips”.

Some tracks do contain explicit languauge, so parents are advised to check it out before letting their kids get around it.

Tune in next time, ‘coz I’m Mr Brightside.

LIGHTHOUSE Balaklava.................. 10.00am LUTHERAN Auburn...................... 9.00am Balaklava................... 11.00am UNITING Mallala....................... 9.00am Two Wells.................10.30am Owen Comm............ 11.00am Hamley Bridge........... 9.15am Windsor ..................... 9.00am Balaklava......................9.30am Pt Wakefield......With Balaklava Nantawarra........ With Balaklava Tarlee.......................... 9.15am

CATHOLIC CHURCH Balaklava.................. 10.30am Pt Wakefield.......Mass 9.00am CHURCH OF CHRIST Balaklava.................. 10.00am Community church Pinery........................6.00pm LIGHTHOUSE Balaklava.................. 10.00am

december 18 A.O.G./A.C.C. Balaklava.................. 10.00am anglican Balaklava.................... 9.00am Hamley Bridge..........11.00am Goyder......................5.00pm CATHOLIC CHURCH Balaklava.................. 10.30am Pt Wakefield.... Liturgy 9.00am CHURCH OF CHRIST Balaklava.................. 10.00am Community church Pinery........................ 9.00am LIGHTHOUSE Balaklava.................. 10.00am

LUTHERAN Balaklava.................... 9.00am

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

UNITING Mallala....................... 9.00am Two Wells.................10.30am Owen Comm............. 9.30am Hamley Bridge........... 9.15am 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..... Carols 6.00pm Nantawarra..................9.00am Tarlee..........................9.15am Carols 7.00pm

* Christmas Church times will appear in December 7 edition - email to lisa@plainsproducer.com.au or fax to 8862 1997 www.plainsproducer.com.au

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PHONE: 8862 1977 EMAIL: sales@plainsproducer.com.au FAX: 8862 1997 DEADLINE: 5pm Monday

For rent

Port Wakefield. 3 bedroom, large kitchen, pets ok, available now, $220 pw. Open for Inspection Monday December 12 @ 4pm. Phone: 8842 3099

For Sale

Budgie’s for sale $8 each. Call 0467 443 681.

Beautiful colours.

Caravan 17’ Majestic Tourer, poptop, 2005, excellent condition.

Electric brake, reg YGG 584, new annex, rollout awning, new TV/DVD, towing mirrors, van towing levellers. Always kept under cover. $21,950.

Phone 8862 2061 or 0421 389 885.

Claw foot bath, excellent condition $450 o.n.o.

Phone 8529 2571.

Clearance Sale - native tubestocks and trees half price. Figs, pomegranate $5. White mulberries $10. Lots more. Closed Wednesday’s. Lifetime Nursery, Judd Road, Lewiston. Phone 8524 3172.

Wanted to Buy

Coming Events

wanted to rent

Balaklava Golf Club

Large second hand aviary.

Phone 0430 720 207. three bedroom house for family of three. Phone 0429-239-838 or 87687232.

21st Birthday

Baker - Hayley Marie.

Happy 21st Birthday on December 2. Wishing you love and happiness and all your dreams come true.

Love Mum, Dad, Chad, Jo and Renae xx

Death

Simon Cleattis passed away November 22. A very dear friend of Eva. Treasured memories R.I.P.

Engagement

Christmas

Market Day Sat Dec 3

• 9am to 1pm • New stalls • Gallery open Sunday 9am-4pm • Artist in residence

Cafe & Country Market

12 Burra Street, Port Wakefield

Parker - Kenny. David and Jackie together with Peter and Jan are delighted to announce the engagment of Emma to Daniel on Friday November 25, 2011. We wish them every happiness for the future.

For bookings Lyn 0417 863 701 Caterina 0407 398 018 saltoftheearth@hotmail.com.au www.saltoftheearth.net.au

Thank you

Hyperlite wake board, ex demo, with Spin bindings, $300 o.n.o. Phone 0438 041 491.

NEC twin tub washing machine in perfect working order $100 o.n.o. Phone 8862 1347.

Port Wakefield - house for private sale, 3 bedroom, study, TLC needed, P.O.A. Phone 0427 727 785.

Pullets point of lay, Isa brown. $14.90 each.

Westview poultry. Phone 8864 5096 or 0400 297 658.

Solid hand crafted 8 seater wooden table with turned legs, 8 chairs $400 o.n.o.

Phone: 0421 634 857.

Balaklava community and Racing Club Services Inc thank all volunteers for their efforts to make The Balaklava Cup a very successful day. Your help is very much appreciated and we look forward to your support again in 2012.

When it comes to bowls:

We put the ink in rink All the scores & pictures every Wednesday!

Breast Cancer Support Group RAFFLE PRIZE WINNERS 1st Marty Barker 2nd Kim Warroll 3rd Dot Hoepner 4th Maureen Nelson 5th Tim Wandel 6th Janet Freemantle 7th Lenice Cox Thanks to everyone who donated goods, with special thanks to Marc’s Meats. Thanks to everyone who has supported us in 2011.

Seasons Greetings.

SAILPLANE flights. The Balaklava Gliding Club has $90 gift vouchers available for passenger flights any weekend from their airfield 10km north west of Balaklava on main Snowtown road. Bookings 8864 5062.

Wanted

Free recycling for all electrical items. Phone 0407 605 779 or 8862 2263.

Wanted to Buy

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

VALIANTS wanted AP5 to CL sedans, wagon, utes, parts, anything considered.

Ph Joe 0439 339 634.

Friday Dec 2 • 8.30am Edith Tce, near Tads • Donation of goods to Genni Edwards 8862 1155

Water Awareness for infants & toddlers January 16, 18, 20, 23, 25, 27, 2012  A great program for children aged 6 months - 4 years with a qualified instructor  Also qualified in teaching children with special needs within the classes  Registration day: Wednesday December 7, 2011, 9am 12noon at Uniting Church Hall  Registrations close Friday December 9, 2011 For more information please contact Jodi 8862 1803 or Angela 8862 1750 or email waterawareness@hotmail.com to receive forms electronically

Twilight Golf WIN a bottle of Baker’s Springs Wines

It’s Back!

Resumes Thursday Oct 20

Nine holes stableford

Balaklava Golf Club Phone 0409 692 891 www.balaklavagolfclub.websyte.com.au

Interruption to power supply ETSA Utilities advises that due to substation upgrade work, power will be interrupted to Balaklava township on Sunday 11 December 2011.

The interruption will commence around 5am with power being restored by 10am.

We apologise for any inconvenience. This work may not proceed in extreme weather or due to unforseen circumstances.

For more information call us on 13 12 61.

Plains Producer, Wednesday November 30, 2011

• Super 8 (M) ★ ★ ★ ★ Drama/Thriller- A Steven Spielberg production

- Fri Dec 2, 8pm • Kung Fu Panda 2 (PG) ★ ★ ★ Animated, all tickets $5

- Sat Dec 3, 6pm

- Sat Dec 10, 6pm • Mr Poppers Penguins (G) ★ ★ ★

- Sat Dec 3, 8pm

- Fri Dec 9, 8pm • Red Dog (PG) ★ ★ ★ ★ Please book

- Tues Dec 6, 10.30am

- Thurs Dec 8, 7.30pm

- Fri Dec 9, 2pm • Jane Eyre (M) ★ ★ ★ Mia Wasikowski

- Sat Dec 10, 8pm

- Sun Dec 11, 2pm

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

Balaklava Community Carols Come along and enjoy an exciting new program for 2011 with family and friends.

Sunday December 18 in the Balaklava Triangle

• Search for ‘Balaklava Community Carols’ on Facebook for the latest updates • A bus pick up and drop off service for the Balaklava township is available by booking a place with Michelle Veitch on 0438 621 943 • 6:30am - Sausage Sizzle • Free Face Painting and Look forward • Animal petting nursery to seeing you • Bring along a family picnic! there!

• 8:00pm - Carols Commence

Thursdays, hit off 5 – 6pm $10 includes a BBQ

Email scores & news to lisa@plainsproducer.com.au Phone: 8862 1977 Fax: 8862 1997

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

Public NOtice

Non-members welcome

Public Notice

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

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

Street Stall

Balaklava Swimming Pool

Garage Sale

Table, recliner chair, 2 seater couch, toys, brica-brac, Halbury. Signs out.

Starts at 9am. Saturday December 3

Annual Christmas

★ Blyth Cinema ★

ANIMAL MANAGEMENT PLAN Public Consultation

Council has prepared a draft Animal Management Plan to commence July 1, 2012 to June 30, 2017, identifying strategies and actions relating to Council’s responsibilities under the Dog and Cat Management Act 1995. Every 5 years this Plan is required to be reviewed and submitted to Dog and Cat Management Board for approval.

As part of the public consultation process, we advise interested parties that a draft of the plan will be available to be viewed at the Council Office at Balaklava or on Council’s Web Site www.wakefieldrc. sa.gov.au.

Any person wishing to provide feed back which may improve the concept of the Plan is encouraged to do so in writing to Neil Twigg, Environmental Services Manager, Wakefield Regional Council, PO Box 167, Balaklava SA 5461.

To be received by close of business on Wednesday December 14, 2011.

Geoff Sheridan Acting Chief Executive Officer www.plainsproducer.com.au

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Public Notice

Pursuant to Section 38 (5) of the Development Act, 1993 Notice is hereby given that an application comprising a CATEGORY 3 DEVELOPMENT has been lodged with the Council for development assessment.

Details of the a p p l i c a t i o n a re a s follows:DEVELOPMENT NO: 312 / 201 / 2011

Driver DEFENCE PROOF & EXPERIMENTAL ESTABLISHMENT PORT WAKEFIELD: LIVE FIRING RANGE WARNING NOTICE

Seeking a new challenge and an opportunity to make a difference?

Test and evaluation activities involving static firings and/or firings of naval and artillery weapons are conducted at the Proof and Experimental Establishment Port Wakefield throughout the year. The Proof and Experimental Establishment Port Wakefield is a vital Defence test and evaluation capability that has supported Defence since 1929.

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

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

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

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

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

APPLICANT’S NAME: J.Devlin N at u r e O f T h e D evelopment : Radar antennas and associated equipment hut within existing atmospheric research facility

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SUBJECT LAND: Block 4 2 S h e l l g r i t Ro a d , Middle Beach, Hundred of Por t Gawler, CT: 5974/168 ZONE: General Farming The application may be examined at the Offices of the Council located at 2a Wasleys Road, Mallala, or 69 Old Port Wakefield Road, Two Wells, during normal business hours and any person or body affected may make relevant rep re s e n t a t i o n s i n writing concerning this application to reach the Development & compliance coordinator at 2a Wasleys Road, Mallala not later than December 14, 2011.

Each person making a submission should indicate whether that person wishes to appear personally or be represented by another par ty before the Council Development A s s e s s m e n t Pa n e l in suppor t of that submission.

Please note that, pursuant to Section 38 (8) of the Development Act, a copy of each representation received will be forwarded to the applicant for a written response.

Signed: Brendon Schulz Planning Officer Date: November 30, 2011 THIS IS THE FIRST AND ONLY PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

Advert Deadline Monday 5pm

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Situations vacant

LOGISTICS COORDINATOR Full-Time Position

Taylors Wines, a family owned and operated wine company is home to some of Australia’s most consistently awarded wine brands.

With their head office located in Sydney and sales offices located around the country, Taylors Wines offer a friendly & progressive environment within which your career can flourish. The vineyards & winery is situated in the picturesque Clare Valley, South Australia & has been in operation since 1969.

We have a wonderful opportunity for a Logistics Coordinator to join our winery team. You will partner with the Manufacturing Manager and logistics team to undertake a range of duties including production planning/ scheduling, stock and warehouse management and dry good ordering and logistics.

The person we are seeking may have previous industry experience however your planning and communication skills will be pivotal to your success, as will your ability to use a PC based reporting and record keeping system.

With a positive attitude and a passion for service excellence you will become a valued member of the Taylors winery team.

If you believe you have the essential qualities listed above, please post or email your application in the strictest confidence to:

Logistics Coordinator Position

Taylors Wines

PO Box 90, Auburn SA 5451

Or via email to: admin@taylorswines.com.au Applications received up to 4pm December 9, 2011

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CHAP is a successful community-based organisation providing in-home services to support frail older people, younger people with disabilities and their carers across the Barossa, Gawler, Lower North, Wakefield Plains and Yorke Peninsula regions of South Australia. CHAP is recognised as a leader in its field. CHAP has three Regional Offices located in Nuriootpa (including Administration), Clare and Maitland.

Driver required, HC experience, local work carting live chickens, Two Wells based Phone Rob 0418 805 491

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Don’t Pay Too Much For Your

Team Leader, Maitland We are seeking suitably qualified applicants for this exciting position. As Team Leader, Maitland you will be responsible for leading a team of coordinators, who undertake assessment and case management of clients for community based aged care services and the brokering of independent contractors. The successful applicant will have a client caseload and work with the Manager Operations in the leadership and management of the team to provide quality customer focussed services in response to local community needs.

The successful applicant will have: • Proven experience and leadership ability, within a health or human services organisation.

• Proven effective HR and resources management and a range of personal attributes including excellent communication and negotiation skills and a commitment to quality client centred service provision.

• Reasonable knowledge of contemporary State & Commonwealth policy direction, legislation, and issues within the aged care industry.

• A high level of integrity and commitment to achieve CHAP’s objectives and work within its values.

• Minimum qualification Cert IV in Aged Care/ Community Services or an equivalent discipline.

Remuneration and conditions of employment are as per the Social, Community and Disability Services Industry Award (Level 5) and the Country Home Advocacy Project Enterprise Agreement. This is a full time position but 0.8 FTE can be negotiated prior to appointment to the position.

Coordinator

Community Aged Care FTE 0.8 Yorke Peninsula Regional Office (Maitland) We are seeking suitably qualified applicants for this 24/7 rewarding position. As a valued member of a highly Fast, friendly service skilled team, your primary role will be to coordinate individual care packages of varying complexity for Windows older people who have a commitment to remain Shower Screens living in their home.

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Preference will be given to applicants who have Splashbacks experience and knowledge in: & More • Case management/coordination • An understanding of service models that support older people who wish to remain living in the community • Empathy with older people • Experience with Microsoft applications and data entry.

• Minimum qualification of Cert III in Aged Care or Community Services or equivalent in related discipline

ROOFING & GUTTERING

Asland Replacement

Talk to your local bloke with 10 years experience 3 Roofing 3 Guttering 3 Restorations 3 Free measure & quote

Windows

• Timber or Aluminium Call Graham 0419 501 116

All Areas

PH: 0430 365 511

Lower Light

Septic Suckers 7 Days Service!

PLAYFORD FENCING • New or replacement fencing

Phone Roger: 0428 419 133

Crook Back?

G9095

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CATEGORY 3 DEVELOPMENT

Situations vacant

EPA18322

DISTRICT COUNCIL OF MALLALA

Situations vacant

Call Shayne 0437 299 089 or Graham 0419 501 116

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

3Balaklava 3Mallala 3Two Wells

8862 2200

For appointments phone

or 0419 842 228

8853 2088

Grants Glass & Glazing

Pearl Dental SA Denture Clinic

24/7

Grant McDonald

Fast, friendly Mob. 0409 248 234service Fax. (08) 8523 3227 mcdonaldsclan@bigpond.com Splashbacks Windows Shower Screens & more Windows Mirrors Shower Screens

Grant McDonald Mirrors

M: 0409 248 234 F: Splashbacks (08) 8523 3227 E: mcdonaldsclan@bigpond.com & More

at Grants Located Gawler Female Prosthetist Glass Glazing For all& your Denture needs: • New Acrylic or Chrome Dentures (Full or Partials) Grant•McDonald Repairs or Relines • Mouthguards • Deal direct with the Mob. 0409 248 234 and SAVE!!!

Dental Laboratory

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or Mob: 0412 211 236

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Skills and experience in a Human Service environment will be highly regarded.

Remuneration and conditions of employment are as per the Social, Community and Disability Services Industry Award (Level 3) and the Country Home Advocacy Project Enterprise Agreement. Attractive salary sacrifice options are available to CHAP employees.

Attractive salary sacrifice options are available to CHAP employees.

CHAP offers flexible working arrangements negotiable prior to appointment to the position.

A Job and Person Specification is available on our website: www.chap.org.au Enquiries and applications should be directed to

Kath Hampel,

Manager Operations,

Phone 8562 4177 and

Email kath.hampel@chap.org.au Applications close Friday December 16, 2011

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Service & installation: • Blocked drains • Drainage • Water filters • Hot Water Systems (inc Solar) • Septic tanks • Rainwater tanks / pumps No Call Out Fee Pensioner Discounts Free Quotes “Real Plumbing at Realstic Prices”

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Realestate Owen Township Second Street

MID NORTH

PEST & WEED CONTROL Specialising in the eradication of ...

Health Comm. Lic. No. 12

Large Block of Land 1898m2

• Frontage 37.7m • Excellent location • Level block • Bitumen street • Main water connected • Great vale

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

Balaklava

69,900

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Contact Peter 8862 2172 office or 0417 884 877

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

Advert Deadline Monday 5pm

Realestate

22a Gwy Terrace, Balaklava

Pinery Hut

378.5ha-935ac Bumbuga via Lochiel Must Sell, New Property Awaits

• Well located property with advanced farming practices & management • Slightly undulating farming land with sandy loam soils.

• Area generally regarded as 350mm 375mm • Easily managed with large paddocks suited to variety of cropping enterprises • Attractive four bedroom family home • 2 large machinery sheds, plus sundry shedding.

The Gums Estate 16 Dublin Road, Mallala

The property has been held in the Gill family for nearly 40 years and is available for sale due to new property purchase

Residential Vacant Land

Expression of Interest closing 11am 16/12/11

Prices have been reduced as a holiday special, Take advantage. 9 allotments available ranging from 1091 sqm to 1271 sqm. Power, Telephone & water is available, letter boxes provided & rubbish pick up to every allotment. It is not often that you get the opportunity to purchase residential land in Mallala of this size.

Geoff Schell 0418 842 421 Daniel Schell 0415 436 379

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www.raywhite.com Clare Valley

Open Inspection: Friday December 2, 4pm - 6pm

Priced from $95,000 Please call us today for more information and prices David Washington 0403 167 459 Cassandra Washington 0403 167 458

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Public Notice - Section 7

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.

$269,000

• 3 bedrooms • 2 bathroom/ ensuite to main • Open plan living • Stainless steel appliances • Remote double garage Kelly Leach 0417 146 451 • Rain water tank RLA 223600

Auction tomorrow

BalakLAVA

Lot 400 Boronia Circuit

UNDER INSTRUCTION FROM THE MORTGAGEE IN POSSESSION

7169sqm of development potential in exciting ‘Wattle Ridge’ Estate. Excellent development site with relatively flat land. New quality homes in immediate surrounding area. Power and water on the boundary. Proposed plans available to prospective purchasers.

The bank says it is time to sell, don’t delay on this prime residential land!

Auction: December 1, 11am at Balaklava Town Hall

Contact: Daniel Schell 0415 436 379 or Geoff Schell 0418 842 421 RLA205501

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Do you want to access the genuine buyers we have registered?????

Contact us today to arrange an inspection. Your property may suit them.

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12 Higham Ave

29 Walsh St

9 Harris St

38 Humphrey St

Affordable home & it’s brand new never lived in

3 Bedroom double brick Home

Old world charm & a huge block (2515m2 approx)

3 bedroom stone cottage in an excellent position

Everything is brand new from the electric stove to the floor coverings and the window treatments. The all new kitchen will be a joy to work in plus, the handy breakfast bar provides extra seating for casual meals. The home has two great sized double bedrooms complete with built in robes and the fully tiled bathroom is surprisingly large. The home is set on approximately 830m2 in an easy care garden setting and the outbuildings include an attached carport and a separate car garage that has a concrete floor and power is connected. All of this is topped off by the very realistic price that would be virtually impossible to beat.

Contact us today for an inspection to appreciate the value in this home.

This lovely home consists of 3 bedrooms, large dine in kitchen and a separate carpeted lounge with reverse cycle air conditioner. The bedrooms are also carpeted and feature ceiling fans and a roller shutter on the main bedroom window for extra security and shade. The bathroom is fully tiled with a corner vanity and the roomy laundry is also tiled and has bonus storage cupboards. A shady pergola is a feature of the back yard as well as the low maintenance garden.

The carport provides easy parking and access to the house and the shed at the rear has convenient power making it ideal for a workshop. Situated in the sought after location of Walsh Street on a large corner block, this home would suit all buyers. Inspections can be arranged by appointment with our office.

Balaklava’s Number 1 name in Real Estate Plains Producer, Wednesday November 30, 2011

Centrally located to the main street and schools but set in a huge, private block this lovely stone home provides the best of both worlds. Charm abounds from the timber cupboards and slate floor in the kitchen to the polished boards featured in all the rooms and the welcoming hallway.

The two main bedrooms are huge and the double lounge has the flexibility of becoming a third bedroom or office/ theatre room. Other features include a slow combustion heater that backs onto a bedroom creating extra warmth as well as open fire places in the lounge and other bedroom and cooling. The yard provides a haven with plenty of room for entertaining, family activities or just escaping from the rest of the world. The double garage has a concrete floor as well as easy access from the wide driveway with room for two vehicles as well as a work shop.

This stone cottage consists of 3 double bedrooms and a very functional kitchen with bench hotplates and a wall oven and a new floating floor. Other rooms include a large lounge that leads to the entrance hall and front door with a lead light feature window above. The fully renovated bathroom consists of a huge spa bath, separate shower and timber vanity and this and the new ducted air conditioning are major features of the home. Outbuildings include a full length double carport, car garage and a workshop or garden shed. The home is situated on approximately 946m2 block and is only a short walk to the main shopping area. As mentioned before the interior is virtually done and just needs the exterior done to your tastes and then you will have a tremendous home in a great position. Inspect at your convenience.

Vacant Land

Wattle Ridge Estate Stage 2

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

Sold

• 1 First Street, Snowtown

Under Contract

• 46 Wallace Street, Balaklava • 4 Robinson Street, Balaklava

Rental properties Available

• 42 Edward St, Pt Wakefield, $250 per week

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

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John launches golf club history A huge crowd of more than 200 gathered at Balaklava Golf Club on Sunday for the launch of John Michael’s Balaklava Golf Club history book 1923-2010, and the presentation of two Life Memberships.

President Bill Lokan welcomed the crowd and presented Life Memberships to Barry Hoepner, and to the late Terry Howard, whose wife Colleen received the award on his behalf.

Barry and Terry were both tireless workers, committee members and volunteers for the club, with both also winning various golfing trophies.

Books were presented to Wakefield Regional Council, Balaklava Museum and the Libraries Board.

Plains Producer Managing Director Andrew Manuel, being a third generation golfer of the Manuel family and keen supporter of the club, gave a humorous speech on some golfing antics, before officially launching the book.

The book has been a labour of love for John,

other reports: P18-22

JOHN Michael, pictured with wife Betty outside Balaklava Golf Club, at the launch on Sunday.

INSET: Marie Heaslip with a copy of Balaklava Golf Club’s history book.

REPORT: Louise Michael taking quite a few years to complete, with assistance from wife Betty, locals Pam Hill, Rex Penna and Norma Schopp, with local Austin Henstridge helping with some editing. Local Carolyn Mutton, and daughter Janelle Logan from Adelaide, also contributed many hours formatting and editing the book, which was greatly appreciated by John.

Some clubs and committees have had their records lost or destroyed by fire or flood, and John had been adamant this would not happen to the Balaklava Golf Club’s records. The crowd had an enjoyable day reminiscing about “those” golfing shots, with the tales getting bigger as the day went on.

Pre-ordered books can now be collected from John Ph 88621 945 and other copies are available at Balaklava newsagency for $50.

It’s a great read.

Balaklava Gold dishes out another loss for Hamley Bridge

WOOROORA Men’s Bowling Associaiton Division One reigning premiers, Hamley Bridge suffered their third loss in a row on Saturday, at the hands of Balaklava Gold. This is an event the side would not have experienced for several seasons – after claiming seven consecutive titles.

After two ties, a loss by just one shot and another by six shots, Hamley Bridge’s confidence could be questioned going into this week’s match against Riverton – who will be looking to deliver yet another loss.

In other matches, Mallala continued in good form defeating Owen, Port Wakefield retain their lead after a 14-shot win over Wasleys and Riverton returns to the winner’s circle after a 38-shot victory over Balaklava Green.

MOYA Hayes, Adrian Tiller and Robert Whiting catch up outside the clubrooms.

LIFE memberships were awarded to Barry Hoepner (left) and Terry Howard – whose award was accepted on behalf of wife Colleen, pictured with a photograph of the late Terry Howard.

JOHN Michael chats with former Savings Bank SA Manager, Dennis Cagney, who won the B Grade Championship in 1965.

Past and present players, back from left: Margaret Veitch, Colleen Howard, Joy Veitch.

Front: Barbara Thompson, Rhonda Hoskin, Betty Linke and Peg Lane.

n John Glistak reports on other matches – page 19

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