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It’s Councillor Pain

Western ward victor lists important ratepayer issues Les Pearson reports:

MR Pain at home – “people are taking an interest in the community.”

Port Wakefield resident Richard Pain will join Wakefield Regional Council as a Western ward councillor.

He was elected after votes were counted on Monday afternoon, defeating fellow resident Martin Harvey 219 votes to 164.

Mr Pain now joins his son, Daryl Pain, as an elected member.

The supplementary election was

held after former councillor John Kipling resigned last year. The result remains provisional until 72 hours after the count.

“It wasn’t going to be easy, I knew that – but I’m happy with the result,” Mr Pain said. “I’m exceptionally pleased with the voting return.”

He said about 48.3 per cent of voters submitted a vote.

“It’s very good for a local government election,” Mr Pain said.

“It shows people are taking an interest in the community and council matters, which I think is great.”

He has already been canvassing the region, getting a feel for what issues ratepayers are keen to see addressed in the council chamber. n Continued Page 4

first in a series on local farmers who is it? Page 11

Starting out on their big adventure

n FIRST day nerves? Missing their mums?

Never! It was first day smiles for new Balaklava Primary School deputy principal, Kay Forder (left) and principal, Tricia Joseph, as they made freinds with reception students starting school for the first time on Monday. Pictured (fom left, rear): Shyloh Edwards, Ashley Heaft, Chelsea Michalanney, Maddison Litzow, Chase Grimwood, Bligh Wilson, Jason Wilkey. Front: Jackson McArdle, Irish Pagadut, Gemma Tiller and Sophie Harvey. n More “newbie” students on Page 4 and in coming editions.

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SPECIAL FEATURE v Australia DAY events

Wakey’s wonders Grant and Nathan take community awards THE traditional Port Wakefield Australia Day celebrations began with a breakfast held in the Eagles Sports and Community Centre.

Members of the Eagles Sports and Community Centre committee were up early, preparing and cooking the breakfast, followed by the “Townies” v Proof Range cricket match, where everyone joined in..

About 60 people attended the breakfast and the presentation, by Michael Rankine, of the Citizen of the Year and Young Achiever Awards.

Celebrating In PORT WAKEFIELD Nathan Studham, 14, received the Young Achiever Award for his sporting prowess and community commitment.

Citizen of the Year went to Grant Manners.

Grant is still committed to improving the sporting facili-

ties, an interest fostered a long time ago by Lawrie Tregilgas.

He has been the caretaker of the Port Wakefield oval and surrounding sporting facilities for 40 years and was the instigator of the construction of the Eagles Sports and Community Centre.

NATHAN Studham and Grant Manners with their citizenship awards. – Pictures supplied by Glenda Pain.

ABOVE: The Proof Range team – with their opponents, the “Townies” below.

Celebrating In middle beach

FUN in the sun for Redbanks’ resident April Schupelius (centre) who helped Lower Light locals Kate and Sarah Wood in the sandcastle competition.

More Australia Day pictures: Pages 12-16

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SPECIAL FEATURE v Australia DAY events

Celebrating In BALAKLAVA

A popular move

Parklands and events a winner with residents IT WAS a big Australia day for all local communities last Thursday – and in Balaklava locals embraced the change of venue for this year’s celebrations.

For the first time, the festivities were hosted at the Apex Park, near the swimming pool and skate park – and comments after the event suggested it was a winner, which could occur there again next year and beyond.

The official opening of the new Balaklava Skate Park, held later in the morning, prompted the move from the Balaklava Triangle.

Wakefield Regional Council community development officer, David Woodroofe, said the shift in venue was well received.

“It was fantastic to see such a large crowd in attendance, and the new venue proved to be very successful,” he said.

“Very much an Aussie bush setting, with plenty of shade.”

“It was (also) pleasing to see the number of people who stayed around for the skate park opening.”

Volunteer groups were on hand early in the day to feed the festive throng.

“The Lions Club again did a fantastic job of catering for the breakfast, ably supported by the CWA members,” Mr Woodroofe said.

Balaklava Area Committee

WRC Citizen of the Year, Alan Large, at Snowtown. presented three community awards as part of the official ceremony.

Dance teacher, Jessica Bernhardt, was presented with the Youth Achievement Award, while town gardener, Carmel Miels, received the 2011 Achievement Award. A special Commemorative Service Award was also presented to the late Nollene Grigg, best known for her ongoing service to Balaklava Show.

Mrs Grigg’s three daughters, Nicole Gregory, Tash Grigg and Mel King, accepted the award on her behalf.

On a national scale, Brinkworth’s Malcolm Hancock received an Ambulance Service Medal.

Within the nearby region, a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) went to Clare’s John Bastian, for service to a range of economic and social development groups.

Balaklava Area Commit-

BALAKLAVA’S community awards – accepting their mother, Nollene Grigg’s posthumous Commemorative Service award are (from left) sisters Mel King, Tash Grigg and Nicole Gregory, with Youth Achievement award winner, Jessica Bernhardt and Achievement award winner, Carmel Miels. tee chairman, Terry Council, State government group Balcanto performing Williams, who pre- grant funding – for things like three songs and the national sented awards, also the community shed and the anthem to conclude the cercommended the local skate park – and, of course, emony.

While the ANZAC Day response for the new work by volunteers ” Activities for the morning ceremony, Remembrance location.

“It is appropriate as a included come and try at both Day and Christmas carols are community we come together the croquet and bowling club, suggested to remain in the in another very attractive area a visit to the community shed, triangle, Mr Woodroofe posed of Balaklava, which supports bouncy castle and fairy floss the possibility of keeping leisure activities,” Mr Wil- for the children, free entry to Australia Day celebrations at the swimming pool, a glider Apex Park in years to come. liams said.

Blyth, Hamley Bridge “These parklands over the on display and museum open.

The opening of the skate and many other towns also past few years have developed into a wonderful precinct, park was the final event of celebrated.

• Go to Pages 12-16. thanks to Wakefield Regional the morning, with the singing

Malcolm honoured byAmbulance Service Medal Australia Day marked another momentous occasion for Brinkworth resident Malcolm Hancock, who was awarded an Ambulance Service Medal in the honours list.

After 38 years in the South Australian Ambulance Service (SAAS), first joining in 1974, Malcolm feels honoured to have won this award.

“I’m still getting used to the idea, I’ve been around for a while, mentoring and leading,and to win this, I feel very well rewarded,” Malcolm said.

Since joining SAAS, he has not only kept abreast of the clinical obligations to his role as an ambulance officer but also taken on various other roles that have assisted team members in their progression within the

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service, including driver training and currently as the Volunteer Training Coordinator.

As a result of his involvement with training Mr Hancock recognised Occupational Health and Safety was a major area of concern for volunteers within the SAAS; to this end, he has been a member of the SAAS Occupational Health and Safety Coordinating Committee since 2006.

While Malcolm’s work has kept him busy, he claims it is his passion.

“Most people put their time into sport, for me, this is my sport,” he said.

Malcolm has also shown outstanding leadership over many years, ensuring his home station has welltrained ambulance officers and has maintained a healthy roster coverage .

He also has been committed to recruitment and to mentoring recruits. It has been in his role as a delegate to the Country Ambulance Service Advisory Committee and now as delegate to the SAAmbulance Volunteer Health Advisory Council that Malcolm has had significant impact, particularly concerning occupational health and safety issues for volunteers.

He has been at the forefront in recognising the need for volunteers to take responsibility for safe working

practice and has encouraged other delegates to be leaders in ensuring safe practice is maintained in the volunteer sector. Having led many volunteers himself, Malcolm encourages people to join.

“If you have an interest, definitely join up, I’ve never met anyone who couldn’t do the job with a bit of encouragement,” he said.

Malcolm has also been involved on a number of SAAS-related committees including the Mid North Zone Coordinating Committee as chairman, and the Snowtown Ambulance Board as chairman.

After nearly 40 years in service, Malcolm has no plans to retire just yet.

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Federal funding boost for community projects

NEW Port Wakefield primary students (from left) Cooper Gant, Reception; Gemma Devitt, Year 3; Keithan Dix, Year 6.

Schools welcome ‘newbies’ THE new school year is an emotional time, with tears, tantrums and a sea of sad faces.

But enough about the parents, local children from across the district will be embarking on the exciting start of their schooling lives.

Many schools greeted new students and staff through their respective doors on Monday.

Port Wakefield Primary School had three new students (above) start in reception, year three and year six respectively.

Eleven new faces arrived at Balaklava Primary School on Monday.

New principals also enjoyed the start of the school year in several schools.

At Balaklava, Tricia Joseph is the new principal, while Kay Forder has been appointed deputy principal at the primary school.

Former Owen Primary School principal, Alec Tibbitts, is now principal of Mallala Primary School and former Snowtown Area School Principal, Cheryl Glenie, has taken Mr Tibbitts’ place at Owen.

The new school year also signalled the commencement of the new school bus contractors, including Link SA, part of the Australian Transit Enterprises Group.

More new student and staff photos from other schools will be published in next week’s edition of the Plains Producer.

THREE federally funded local projects were officially opened by Federal Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion, in conjunction with the District Council of Mallala, on Monday.

Mr Champion officially opened the Dublin park upgrade ($21,000), the new Lewiston playground ($58,000) and the upgrades to the Two Wells Public Library ($58,000).

The projects were funded under the Regional and Local Community Infrastructure Program (RLCIP), where Federal and Local Governments work in partnership to deliver priority projects for communities.

“These projects were identified as important to the community and have received strong support from the council,” Mr Champion said.

“By working together, the government and council have delivered these projects for all of the community to use and enjoy.”

DCM chief executive officer, Charles Mansueto, said each project had strong value in the local community.

“The Lewiston playground has evolved into a well used facility

by the local community,” he said.

“As a growing area of the district, community facilities such as the playground become important part of the communities well-being.

“A playground provides for not only a recreational activity for children but it also allows parents to meet and engage in developing a sense of community.

“The Dublin playground has also been a great asset for the local community.

“Being established alongside the oval allows greater use by the community.

“With its sun shade, it provides protection for the kids so that they can get more use out of the facility.”

Mr Mansueto conveyed his appreciation for all departments who assisted with contributions towards to projects.

“Overall, all projects would not have been possible without the support of the Federal government RLCIP and in regard to the Two Wells Institute, funding from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources Heritage SA fund was also greatly appreciated,” he said.

The Dublin Park upgrade included the installation of soft fall and a shade sail that covers the existing playground.

The new playground for Lewiston means families with their children no longer have to travel about five kilometres to use a playground.

“These playgrounds will be a great place for families to bring their children to relax, unwind and have fun together,” Mr Champion said.

The Two Wells Library upgrade improved the structural integrity of the building with the use of steel tie rods in the walls as well as the removal and replacement of bricks.

“The Library has been a local landmark since 1877 and is listed as a State Heritage Place,” Mr Champion said.

“These upgrades will mean the Library will be still be here for future generations to enjoy.

“Not only has the RLCIP program provided vital community infrastructure, it has supported the employment of Australians.

“These three projects supported the employment of 22 workers, which is great news.”

Guns stolen from Snowtown home SNOWTOWN police are investigating a serious criminal trespass after an unknown person broke in to a gun safe at a local residence between 8am and 8pm on January 28, stealing six hand guns,

varying in calibre and size.

Police confirmed the firearms were held by a licensed firearms holder and member of a local gun club. They were held and secured in accordance

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with the Firearms Act. The offenders entered the private premises through a locked window.

Some pieces of gold jewellery were also stolen at the time. The guns and jewellery were valued at about $5500.

Fatal accident POLICE patrols attended scene of a fatal crash near Saddleworth last week. Just before 2am on January 27, a motorist discovered the crash site, where a car collided with a tree on the Marrabel road, about five kilometres south of Saddleworth.

The male driver and only occupant of the car passed away at the scene.

AT DUBLIN playground are (from left) rear: DCM senior horticultural officer Pam Drew, DCM CEO Charles Manseuto, DCM community services officer Lynette Seccafien. Middle: Barb Reid, councillor Terry Keen, Ian O’Loan. Front: Pat Thompson and MP Nick Champion

Pain wins Western ward council election • From Page 1 “One of the biggest issues across the Wakefield Regional Council district is our rural roads across the board and the fact they are deteriorating,” Mr Pain said.

He said most of the roads in the district were not built to handle the larger, heavier modern vehicles, leading to their continual degradation.

“Somewhere along the line, we’re going to have to make a decision as a council to upgrade our roads over a period of time to bring them in line with the vehicles using those roads,” Mr Pain said.

Rubbish collection also drew his attention.

“When you look at it, rural properties don’t have a rubbish pick up service,” Mr Pain said. “They’re paying massive council rates, some of these farmers, and to dump rubbish, they have to pay to go to a dump.

“Council might need to look at perhaps giving people outside the pickup areas for rubbish, fortnightly access to a dump.”

In the district’s towns, road maintenance was also on the agenda, as well as incomplete infrastructure projects.

“North street upgrade has been going

for 14 months and the residents are annoyed it hasn’t been fixed,” Mr Pain said. “There doesn’t seem to be a time that it will be fixed.

“We’ve also heard all the excuses in the world about why the town entrance signs still haven’t been done.

“That was a government-funded project from three years ago or so.”

Mr Pain was a councillor with the Wakefield Plains Council in the 1980s, and while his experience will come in handy at times, council is a much different environment nowadays.

“Things have changed since then,” he said. “I hope that everyone works together, we take personalities out of it, and look at what we’re there for.”

As for working alongside his son, Mr Pain was unfazed by the abnormality.

“It’s probably a unique situation but I don’t find it unusual because neither of us stand to gain or benefit from it, other than representing the community,” he said.

“He has his opinion on things, he has his own mind and I have my own mind.”

Vanquished rival, Martin Harvey, was understandably disappointed with the elec-

tion result but happy to see a reasonable vote tally next to his name.

“I think it shows the connections I’ve had with the community for many years, actually,” he said. “It was kind of gratifying to see people put their faith in me. I’m disappointed I couldn’t carry it on, on their behalf, but that’s politics.”

Mr Harvey intends on keeping in the loop with council issues relating to the community.

“Despite the vote, it is still my community and I’m still interested in seeing progress and development around here,” he said. “The challenge is on for Cr Pain senior now, isn’t it?

“He’s got the popular vote, so he is going to have to rise to the occasion now.”

•THE supplementary election result will be made official in coming days, despite a clear-cut win to Richard Pain.

His victory is only a provisional result until 72 hours following the count.

Wakefield Regional Council corporate services manager, Steve Jonas, said under official guidelines, the unsuccessful candidate has 72 hours to request a recount.

Next WRC meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 23.

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Oval is set for Cats to pounce

Snowtown The sub-irrigation of the town oval has been completed by the boys from Greene-Eden Irrigation and Total Turf Management.

The boys dug up the cricket pitch, only to find a second one underneath resulting in more than 10 inches of concrete being carted away.

The oval will be watered with treated water in the same manner as Hamley Bridge’s oval. The oval is now completely flat and ready for the football season.

LOOKING pleased with the upgraded oval are Paul McCormack and Tony O’Connell.

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Help kids bounce back The holidays are over and school is back. Even though kids often say they don’t want to go back to school, they usually secretly enjoy seeing friends they haven’t seen since last term, and talking about what they did over the holidays.

But sometimes, starting at a new school can be challenging for children, whether it’s the first time they are leaving their parents, or moving from primary to high school.

The Kids Helpline says these times may be exciting but can also be the most scary and frustrating periods of their young lives.

So parents, try to help with the transition by being positive, patient and supportive and listen to your children when they share what they are feeling and experiencing.

If you are concerned, contact Kids Helpline on 1800 551800.

Owen With summer comes the possibility of fires. Owen CFS is still looking for new members, mainly as firefighters but also in support roles.

All CFS brigades rely on volunteers to provide a professional fire service to the community.

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volunteer their time freely without payment for their services. If you can help, please phone Jim 85286 244.

• The Owen Hall Strawberry Fete is on again, so mark March 3 in your diaries. The fete is the major fundraiser for ongoing hall costs, so come along and support this event.

There will be activities for the kids and yummy food for everyone.

A barbecue tea starts at 6.30pm and stalls open at 7.30pm.

A raffle will be run with great prizes, but I’m not sure crayfish and whiting are on the prize list. They were all raffled off in the bowls raffle.

And speaking of bowls, the famous Owen bowls “Yabby Day” is on February 26. Get your entries in for this fun bowls day.

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Blyth A batch of young Blyth locals were heard yahooing after receiving their Year 12 exam results.

Kristin Carling, Elly Pratt, Ashley Schultz, Stacey Mugge, Emily Zweck, Cameron Andriske, Harry Norton and Amy Stewart all completed Year 12 at Clare High School (CHS) in 2011, and received excellent marks.

Fourteen students from CHS scored marks of 90 and above, a fantastic effort. Their parents and grand parents were as proud as punch! Some students are heading off to uni, some have obtained jobs, while others are having a gap year before continuing their studies.

Sarah swaps snow for school Balaklava Local farmers Michael and Roweena Tiller had another reason to celebrate Australia Day last week. Their youngest daughter, Sarah, returned home after a year away in Canada on a school exchange.

Sarah’s trip was initially for 10 months, but she then decided to extend it so she could complete her Year 11 exams. Sarah has learnt how to ski and skate as there was plenty of snow around.

Sarah stayed with a family of Swedish/German origin, and it was the same host family Sarah’s older sister Fiona stayed with four years ago on her exchange.

Sarah has picked up a slight accent but I’m sure it won’t take long before her Aussie twang will return. Sarah has returned to Balaklava High School to complete Year 12.

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What do you call it when a mob of sheep roll down a hill? A Lambslide.

Some people cause happiness wherever they go.

JUST A THOUGHT Others whenever they go.

Food safety on the menu Balaklava

Wakefield Regional Council, in conjunction with Tafe SA, are offering an accredited basic food course aimed at anyone involved in commercial food handling.

The short Food Safety course will be in the council chambers on February 27 at 3pm.

Bookings are essential to Nigel 0457 884 332.

Olivia tunes up for Festival of Music Balaklava Primary School student Olivia McColl has been selected to play the clarinet in the combined schools orchestra for the Fesitival of Music in Adelaide later in the year. Olivia will have weekly rehearsals in Adelaide to prepare for the huge event at the Festival Theatre in September. Well done.

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Country Health Service provides safeguards for those at risk in extremely hot weather ...

SOUTH Australia has the highest rate of heat-related deaths in Australia but a recently introduced screening process unveiled by Country Health SA (CHSA) is looking to counter that statistic.

CHSA have introduced the Heat Vulnerability Assessment Tool to identify and monitor health consumers who may be vulnerable to heat-related conditions.

According to the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM), heat is commonly overlooked as a health threat.

“Heatwaves are probably the most under-rated weather hazard in Australia, essentially because they are viewed as a ‘passive’ hazard in contrast to the more widely studied catastrophic hazards such as tropical cyclones and earthquakes,” the BOM website states.

Beating the heat Les Pearson reports: “According to Coates (1996), heatwaves kill more people than any other natural hazard experienced in Australia.”

In a study on the consequences of heatwaves, the BOM information showed in the period between 1803 and 1992, at least 4287 people died as a direct result of heatwaves.

“This was almost twice the number of fatalities attributed to either tropical cyclones or floods over much the same time frame.”

Yorke and Lower North Health acting director, Jackie Hart, said residents who access the local community health services are assessed using the tool to determine if they

require further assistance during times of high or extreme heat.

“During the event of high or extreme heat conditions, those consumers who were identified as vulnerable are offered follow-up services, such as a home visit to check on their wellbeing, follow up phone call from the Red Cross or help with accessing food and drinking water,” Mrs Hart said.

The Heat Vulnerability Assessment Tool looks at factors such as the patient’s access to air-conditioning, support network, financial vulnerability and recent physical or mental trauma.

Mrs Hart said the screening is only in its infancy but the early response from patients has been encouraging.

“Only a small number of com-

2012 SCHOOL CARD SCHEME The 2012 School Card Scheme provides financial assistance towards the cost of educational expenses for school students of low-income families. It is administered by the Department for Education and Child Development.

School Card assistance is available for: • Dependent students from 4 years of age receiving full-time schooling at a government or non-government school; • Independent full-time students undertaking 6 subjects in years 10 or 11, or 5 subjects in year 12 at a government or non-government school; or • Adult re-entry students undertaking DECD funded subjects.

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Jenny McArdle and Jenny Baum ready to visit clients in Balaklava.

They will assess when a person is vulnerable to hot weather. munity members have required this service so far, however those that have provided positive feedback,” she confirmed.

It’s been hot, but South Australia is not currently experiencing extreme heat conditions.

However, when these do occur all Country Health SA health services also operate heat relief stations, offering community mem-

Warm, but nothing out of the ordinary

WHILE some may feel hot under the collar about the mortality rate during extreme heat conditions, early forecasts suggest we may not have to swelter through a heatwave during the warmer months of early 2012.

Bureau of Meteorology senior forecaster, Darren Ray, revealed the outlook shows no strong indication of an upcoming prolonged spell of hot weather.

“As far as the outlook goes, it indicates it is more likely to be warmer than average over coming months across much of South Australia, but it doesn’t indicate by how much,” he said.

“Other outlook material suggests while it is more likely to be warmer than average, it doesn’t look like it will be much warmer than average.

“So, while we may get bursts of warmer conditions, I don’t expect really extreme temperatures over the next few months.”

Heatwaves in southern and southeastern Australia typically result from strong high pressure systems blocking the normal progression of cold frontal systems in the Southern Ocean, meaning only weak waves of colder air moving up towards Australia.

This means prolonged periods when the hot continental airmass remains in place.

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bers a comfortable place to escape the heat. Mrs Hart said the doors are open for those in need during severely hot weather.

“Those in the community who do not have access to air-conditioning, drinking water and food are encouraged to attend a heat relief station,” she said.

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The current standard definition that has been in use since the 1990s for a “heatwave” in Adelaide is five days in a row with a maximum temperature greater than 35 degrees, or three days greater than 40 degrees.

“This particular definition is site specific to some degree as the same criteria would happen much more frequently in areas of inland Australia, for instance,” Mr Ray added.

He said the recent warm weather pattern does not qualify as “heatwave” conditions.

“According to this particular criteria, we have not yet quite reached heatwave conditions, and according to the forecasts won’t actually trigger that threshold,” Mr Ray said.

“With what has occurred and what is forecast, this would give us (for Adelaide), 15 days in a row with maximum temperatures of 30 degrees or more.

This is not unusual, occurring every three or four years through record.

“The run of relatively warm nights – with 11 nights with minimums greater than 15 – has about the same frequency of occurrence.

“So while we are having a burst of warmer conditions, it is not particularly unusual.”

If there are heatwave conditions on the way, you are likely to hear about it sooner rather than later.

“With the introduction of the Next Generation forecasting System in South Australia in October 2011, the Bureau is now doing seven-day ahead temperature forecasts for 28 locations in South Australia, not just Adelaide,” Mr Ray said.

“Seven days is about the limit of accurate day to day temperature forecasts, though there are moves to develop temperature and rainfall outlooks for fortnight and monthly timeframes which may provide some advance indications, but this will be some time before becoming an operational product.

“We have also been working with the State Emergency Service on a heat wave warning service using newer criteria which also take into account overnight minimum temperatures not just maxima.” That said, the state remains rather susceptible to heatwaves.

“Looking through the temperature record since 1878, there seems to have been an increase in frequency and severity in the last 10 years, after a bit of a lull period through the 1960s and 1970s, but we typically get a heatwave on average every two years,” Mr Ray said.

According to the standard criteria for Adelaide, the 15 days greater than 35 degrees in March 2008 is the longest heatwave in Adelaide and Australia but the January/February 2009 event was the second longest and more intense than the March 2008 event.

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NEWS v District Balaklava swimming pool to benefit from challenge over three courses:

Triathlon to test us

Les Pearson Balaklava Swimming Club reports: will host its first ever triathlon on Sunday, March 4. in the coming weeks to ensure we The race is a fundraiser for the comply with National Triathlon swimming pool, which has been regulations.” sanctioned by Triathlon Australia The race is primarily aimed at as an official event. amateur competitors, providing Race director, Ian Wilson, sug- three different course lengths for gested the idea to the swimming varying abilities. pool committee last year.

“Our longest course probably “The committee members wouldn’t interest a professional thought it might be something triathlete.” Mr Wilson said. worth trying,” he said.

“We’re just sticking our toe in the Mr Wilson has participated in water and making sure we get the triathlons in the past, competing right infrastructure in place. around the state for about 10 years.

“We will learn He said the race a lot from the first circuit attracts a strong and probably change imarily throng of competitors, The race is pr ateur things in the future.” m a who attend regular aimed at , s The three course r o t i t e events around South comp r e e lengths are categoh t g n i d i v Australia throughout pro o u rs e rised as – Turtles: d if fe re n t c rying swim 50 metres (two the year. va r fo s length “It’s huge – it is laps), ride 2.6km and abilities. almost like grouprun 1km; – Wombats: ies, once it’s in your swim 100 metres blood,” Mr Wilson (four laps), ride 9.2km and run 2km; said. He hoped the sanctioning of – Hares: swim 200 metres (eight the event by both Triathlon Australia laps), ride 14.2km and run 5km. and its state-based equivalent, TriThe swim leg will be in the Balathlon SA, would draw in these race aklava pool and the transition area regulars from outside the district. will be on part of Apex Park bor“It helps us publicity-wise and dered by Virgo and Short Terrace. ensures we have the same rules, so The proposed cycle course will people coming in from outside the take riders from the swimming town will understand what is going pool along Wallace Street, left into on,” Mr Wilson said.

Edith Terrace then past the police “A representative from Triathlon station, then on to Whitwarta road SA will be inspecting the course

PREPARING for the challenge (from left) Ian Wilson, Emma-Lee Lomman and Jeremy Lomman. to a designated turn around point and back along the same streets to Apex Park. The run course is around Apex Park and the finish line will be in the centre of Apex Park.

Entry forms will be available in coming days from the following outlets in Balaklava; ANZ Bank, Butterfields Real Estate, Balco and Balaklava Swimming Pool. Entry fee is $25.

“If competitors take their entry forms with them, please drop off at any of the above businesses, the swimming pool canteen, or post

back (including the entry fee) to the Balaklava Swimming Pool at PO Box 52, Balaklava, 5461,” Mr Wilson said.

“We would love 50 entries as a starting point.

“We are keen for either individual entrants or interested people can organise a team if they wish.

“We will be placing ‘triathlon tips’in the Producer each week leading up to race day which will help contestants prepare for the event.”

He expected the racing to be finished in time for lunch, with

music at the park and food and drinks available.

Mr Wilson added Salisburybased Avanti Plus bike store proprietor, Gavin Nugent, would be setting up a marquee displaying a range of new bicycles and associated equipment and was also hoping for representation from triathlon clubs to also be there on the day.

“Closing date for entries is Wednesday, February 29, and we encourage competitors to get their entries in as early as possible,” he said.

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“It will be a great night of good food, great music and entertainment,” club president Linda Rushton said.

“It’s a fun, family night and will help raise funds to purchase a pitching machine.”

With the season almost nearing the business end, Linda said the club’s two teams were doing well, with the strong possibility of finals action.

The club was always keen for new members, especially juniors.

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NEWS v District

NYNRM Aleppo pines policy Biodiversity conservation and cultural preservation are twin aims of an Aleppo pine policy recently developed by Northern and Yorke Natural Resources Management (NRM) Board.

The policy was introduced by the

Board to guide the management of the pine’s impact on native biodiversity while protecting its cultural significance across parts of Yorke Peninsula and the wider Northern and Yorke region.

Aleppo pine (Pinus Halepensis

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Carmel’s ‘community garden’ MY thanks to Balaklava Area Committee for the Achievement Award presented to me on Australia Day. It certainly was a surprise!

My husband laughed and said, for once I was speechless.

I would like to thank the many people who have helped me on this project.

I guess it is true I do the majority of the work and maintenance, but many people have contributed towards, what I call “the community garden.” These are: Gay and Malcolm Lamond – wire for fence, and chemical for weed control Alan Kirkland – pine posts for edging, and help to install the seat Jeff and Lyn Sutton – garden

pump sprayer for weed control Balaklava Stitch Joint – mulch Garden Club – $100 donation for plants Joyce Fisher – wheelbarrow Erika Engelke – help cutting and placing the pine edging Numerous people with cuttings, plants or help in some way.

The guys from Transfeld depot – they installed a water line and tap.

Last but not least, the people from the community who have given support with their comments as they pass by, while I am over there working.

On behalf of all of us; thank you, this truly is a community garden, and a community effort.

Carmel Miels, Balaklava

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Friday: Partly cloudy. The chance of showers in the south early in the morning. Wind southeast to southwesterly averaging 10 to 20 km/h.

GULF ST VINCENT Wednesday: Winds: Southeasterly 15 to 20 knots easing to 10 to 15 knots after dawn. Southerly afternoon sea breezes 15 to 20 knots tending southeast again in the evening. Seas: 1 to 2 metres, temporarily easing to 0.5 to 1 metre during the morning. Swell: Southwesterly 0.5 metres in the south.

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Balaklava skateboard enthusiasts were treated to a visit from the popular Adelaide based scooter company, Krunkit Team Riders, last Wednesday.

Balaklava resident, Ethan Allen, 12, organised for the Krunkits to drop in and visit the new Balaklava skate park, as the team were on their way to Port Lincoln for the Tunarama Festival.

“I thought it would be great for Krunkit to visit the skate park and show the locals some tricks,” Ethan said.

The Krunkit team, consisting of Jai Pearce, Kyle Davis and Jaidyn Penn, gave an hour demonstration to the turnout of 20 people (above).

“They are known for their competitions at West Beach, so it was great to learn a thing or two from them,” Ethan said.

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The tree seeds prolifically (up to 17,000 seeds for a mature tree) and unmanaged, competes with native vegetation and can cause fire hazards and infrastructure damage.

However, the tree also provides visual and cultural amenity, with older trees forming shady canopies for roads and neighbourhoods.

“The Board recognises Aleppo pines are a sensitive community issue, and this policy seeks to balance seemingly competing community objectives,” said Caroline Schaefer, NYNRM Board presiding member.

“Our policy supports the removal of Aleppo pines in areas supporting native remnant vegetation and threatened species, while respecting existing pine trees which have been planted for cultural or historical purposes,” she said.

Mrs Schaefer said the Board will not take action in areas of the Northern and Yorke region where the Aleppo pine trees do not pose a serious threat to native biodiversity.

• If you would like more information about Aleppo pines, contact the NYNRM Board on 8636 2361 or your regional authorised officer (visit www.nynrm.sa.gov.au).

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DENR Animal Welfare Manager Dr Deb Kelly says that pets could be at risk of dehydration and even death during hot weather. Pets, too, need to stay out of the sun and have plenty of cool water to drink.

“Freezing water in a plastic bottle can help keep your pet’s water bowl cool, and you can even freeze dog or cat food so that it turns into a meaty or fishy iceblock for them to lick,” Dr Kelly said.

“Cats and dogs can cool down on tiled floors in the house, so make sure they can get into an area like the kitchen or a bathroom.”

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NEWS v District

Police boost highway patrols POLICE have recently stepped up patrols on the Augusta Highway north of Port Wakefield and extending on to the Copper Coast Highway in an effort to prevent further accidents in the area.

Two fatalities within days of each other last month drew further attention to the road network.

Yorke and Mid North LSA operations manager, senior sergeant Martin Bazely, confirmed police have beefed up patrols in the area.

“Since those fatalities, we have really stepped up our presence there,” he said.

The section of road network includes the

T NEWSfeature local road safety Les Pearson notorious ‘crash corner’, the intersection where another truck rolled only weeks ago.

For a section of road to receive such a nickname is somewhat chilling and Sgt Bazeley agreed the intersection has earned its title.

“The only other intersection similar in shape

is at Port Pirie and that hasn’t had anywhere near the same number of incidents,” he said.

Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI) statistics for ‘crash corner’ are rather surprising considering its nickname, with only two fatalities at the intersection since 1981, the first in February 1999 and the second in July 2000.

A total of 20 incidents have been recorded at ‘crash corner’ since 2001, including three last year.

Only three of those incidents have caused serious injuries, a further nine resulting in minor injuries.

Sgt Bazeley was surprised with the statistics.

“I’m amazed people come out of them with as little injuries as they do,” he said.

He believed the number of incidents at the intersection suggested a possible review of the intersection could be on the cards.

“It is a lot of prangs, so it may need a review of how it works,” Sgt Bazeley said.

Before any such review can happen, police continue to monitor the area carefully.

Sgt Bazeley said patrols nabbed two people travelling well in excess of the speed limit along the Copper Coast highway recently, both with children in the vehicle at the time.

LOCAL MP’S CONCERN OVER ACCIDENTS:

Driver error and bad roads share blame F

rom 2001 to the end of 2011, there have been, on average, two crashes per year at the intersection of the Copper Coast and Augusta Highways, known as ‘crash corner’.

The number is considerably baffling given the seemingly favourable road conditions, including high visibility and good bitumen surface.

Member for Goyder, Steven Griffiths, claims it probably has more to do with driver inattention, than intersection design.

“I drive 60,000 kilometres per

year (as an MP since 2006), and for the five years before that as CEO of the District Council of Yorke Peninsula, I did 50,000km per year, with much of that driving requiring me to go through that intersection,” he said.

“Even though I was living away from the region, I knew the young lady who died in the 1999 fatal accident and it saddened me to hear about the accident.

“I have always been amazed at why an accident would happen at that corner – the only reason I can c o n s i d e r is lack of

attention by the driver.”

Mr Griffiths said a lack of attention and/ or concentration is the reason for the majority of the nation’s road accidents.

“I am concerned about every car accident that happens in our region, and the first thing I ask myself is what is the condition of that section of road and consider what could have been the reason for the accident occurring,” he said.

“The conclusion I come to most times is that it was driver error – and for the sections of road I know are dangerous I have written to the Trans-

MEMBER for Goyder, Steven Griffiths, inspects a poor quality road on Federal Liberal Member for Grey, Rowan Ramsey port Minister asking for takes it out to something In summing up, Mr an investigation to occur like 2015/2016 before Griffiths remained neuto fix the poor condition it is likely to start,” Mr tral on the intersection of the road.”

Griffiths said. review suggestion but The long-proposed “I respect the position agreed there were too Port Wakefield bypass of the Port Wakefield many accidents there. may attract more atten- community is divided “The easy answer for a tion to the intersection on this project and a lot politician would be to say during its design phase. of people do not want the crash figures indicate “I have been wait- to see it happen – but the intersection is at fault, ing for the review to my clear position is if it the transport department be undertaken as part does happen, then Yorke of the design work on Peninsula-bound traffic needs to fix it and people the Port Wakefield by- would continue to travel should not be subjected to pass project, which as through Port Wakefield, any risk,” he said.

“The reality is, being I understand it has Lo- so in effect it is still imin a car on a road reprecal, State and Federal portant the (crash corner) sents a risk as we put a government support but intersection is the best it lot of faith in the driver is on a waiting list that can possibly be.”

Yorke Peninsula with of the car coming towards us and only passing with about a three-foot gap, at best, many times.

“My great wish is that there are zero accidents at this intersection, indeed every intersection and road.

“I support any activity that makes our roads safer but this must be a two-approach issue, being better driving habits by the people behind the wheel and money being spent on our road network.”

Federal funding could change ‘Crash Corner’ ANY desired work, if needed, on the intersection ofAugusta and Copper Coast Highways, otherwise known as ‘crash corner’, would need to be referred to the Federal government.

Federal Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion, said the funding is there, should the relevant local authorities consider a realignment or review of the intersection a necessary project.

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on Australian roads,” he said. “Nominations for Black Spot funding are invited from State government, local councils, community groups and associations, road user groups, industry and individuals.”

All nominations are submitted through the state’s Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPTI). DPTI then examine the nominated site’s eligibility and may undertake an economic assessment of a treatment proposal.

“All nominations are referred for consideration by the SA Black Spot Consultative Panel, which generally meets once per year to recommend projects for my consideration and approval,” Mr Champion said.

The Black Spot Program aims to reduce the social

and economic cost of road trauma, primarily by the identification and cost effective treatment of locations with a record of casualty crashes.

The program guidelines require sites to have a history of at least three casualty crashes over a five year period and project proposals must have a benefit to cost ratio of at least 2:1.

‘Crash corner’ has averaged two per year over the past 10 years, although only three of those resulted in serious injury, a further nine in minor injuries.

“For sites which do not meet the crash history criteria, up to 30 per cent of program funds may be used for works which have been recommended on the basis of a road safety audit,” Mr Champion said.

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• Former Plains Producer journalist, Kay Calder, was proud to have one of her short stories published in national magazine, Woman’s Day.

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3 6 1 2 4 5 • Feb 18: Balaklava Bash 4 1 2Tennis 8 5 7 6 9 3 • Feb 26: Balaklava Junior Tournament.

Puzzle 7 (Medium, difficulty rating 0.47) • Mar 2: World Day of Prayer; Mallala 7 2 6 3 1 8 5 9 4 Anglican Church 10am, Two Wells 4 3 1 2 9 5 8 7 6 Anglican Church 7.30pm.

8 9 5 6 7 4 2 1 3 • Mar 4: Balaklava Swimming Pool 5 4 9 1 8 6 7 3 2 triathlon.

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IT came and went like every other year, the Triple J Hottest 100 at last over and done with.

Thousands flocked to their various social networking pages to announce their disgust at the number one song, “Somebody That I Used to Know” by Belgian/Aussie, Gotye (pronounced ‘goi-teeyeah’).

I went on record voicing my dislike of this song about six months ago, when it was sitting at number one on the ARIA singles charts.

Now, it would seem thousands agree with me – but this time it is the Triple J alternative music fans doing the hating.

This annoys me more than the song itself.

There is a huge throng of Triple J fans, who seem to turn on every artist or band that crack the pop or “mainstream” market.

Suddenly, the alternative act is now a “pop sellout” –

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In 1876 Daniel Peter of Switzerland added dried milk (invented by Henri Nestle) to the mix, creating the milk chocolate we know today.

Nestle, also Swiss, had combined the dried milk powder and the American-invented condensed milk in 1875, to create a milk chocolate bar called “Gala Peter”.

Toblerone dates back to 1899, when chocolate merchant Jean Tobler opened his chocolate factory in Berne, Switzerland.

Then there’s Lindt! Rodolfe Lindt takes the credit for the glossy, velvety smoothness of chocolate.

Now you know who to blame every time you choose to indulge!

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eventually saw the drink’s popularity spread throughout Europe, while still remaining an expensive luxury.

In 1657 a Frenchman set up shop in London, selling the hot chocolate drink and solid chocolate that could be made into a drink, but the process for preparing eating chocolate didn’t develop until 1828 when Dutchman, CJ Van Houten, patented a process to obtain chocolate powder by pressing cocoa butter from the ground and roasted beans.

About 20 years later, Fry & Sons of Bristol, England, combined the extracted cocoa butter with chocolate liquor and sugar to make the first eating chocolate, “Delicieux a Manger” (delicious to eat) which went on sale in 1847-48.

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Who didn’t get any chocolate for Christmas? Chocolate would have to be one of the most universally “acceptable” gifts for any occasion.

Chocolate has been around for a long time. History tells us there is evidence of cacao beverages dating back to about 1900BC in Mesoamerica. Chocolate and cocoa powder originate from cocoa beans, the seeds of a fruit from the coca tree (aroma cacao), cultivated by the Maya Indians, the Incas of Peru, the Taltecs and the Aztecs of Mexico. They believed its fruit appeased the Gods, hence the saying “Food of the Gods.”

The cocoa beans were used as currency and to prepare a bitter beverage, mixed with spices which were also used as a ceremonial drink.

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the exact thing they despise.

The whole situation reeks of irony, I just sit back and laugh at them all, trying so hard to be different, they alienate themselves from the radio station and music representing them.

I’m not saying everyone should subscribe to one radio station, or even embrace pop music and commercial radio.

The message I’m trying to convey is; don’t be such a snobby pack of hypocrites.

The Hottest 100 is a music popularity contest for starters, ironic isn’t it?

Triple J has its highest yearly ratings on Australia Day each year, during the countdown.

I’ve read several comments describing the top 10 songs in the Hottest 100 as “predictable”.

Would you prefer if it were less predictable, say Slim Dusty’s “G’Day, G’Day” sneaking in at number eight?

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The station’s programmers must sit back every January and shake their heads.

Even they would hate their listeners on days like this.

Looking through the Hottest 100 list, for me, there are few songs or bands I actually recognise.

Those I do are either international superstars or songs listed on the FIFA 12 soundtrack.

Again, I feel nothing for it.

I only looked over the list as research for this article. I really couldn’t care.

About 90 per cent of the songs in that countdown I probably won’t hear of again.

Meanwhile, I’ve been listening to a cover of Toni Braxton’s “Unbreak My Heart”

by Weezer and I think it could be a candidate for the Hottest 100 in 2013.

Just kidding.

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

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n The Church notices are supplied by local churches and will continue to be repeated weekly as a service directory. Churches should advise us of any changes immediately, by emailing lisa@plainsproducer.com.au

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Community church Pinery........................ 9.00am 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..............10.30am Lochiel & Nantawarra... CLOSED until Feb 12 Tarlee.......................... 9.15am

february 12 A.O.G./A.C.C. Balaklava.................. 10.00am Hamley Bridge...........6.00pm anglican Balaklava.................... 9.00am Hamley Bridge......... 10.00am 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

february 19 A.O.G./A.C.C. Balaklava.................. 10.00am anglican Balaklava.................... 9.00am Hamley Bridge..........11.00am 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...... No Service Windsor ..................... 9.00am Balaklava......................9.30am Pt Wakefield..............10.30am Nantawarra..................9.00am Tarlee.......................... 9.15am

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NEWS FEATURE v District

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THIS year we celebrate the Year of the Farmer. We all know farmers are the backbone of rural Australia. But do we know what makes farmers tick? The first in our series of occasional features is on Riverton farmers Trevor and Helen Day, who live at Macaw Peak just over Day’s Hill.

HEN talking of farmers, it often is said; “farming is his life”. Nothing could be more apt when describing Trevor Day. With wife Helen, Trevor farms 2500 acres and shears up to 2000 sheep annually. They have two children, Michael 20, and Sarah 18.

So how did Trevor and Helen meet and end up where they are now?

Trevor was brought up on the family farm just down the road near Alma.

He attended Salter Springs primary school then Alma South primary until Year 7, when he was sent to board at Scotch College in Adelaide.

Trevor was just 14 when his father passed away in 1961. As his older brother was ill with asthma, Trevor was whisked home to work on the farm. His brother passed away three years later.

Trevor managed the farm until 1968, when he was 21 years old.

At this time, the majority of the farm was sold to a local consortium of farmers called Bultarra.

For the next nine years, Trevor was selfemployed as a harvesting and hay-making contractor.

He also worked on stations in pastoral areas in the north of South Australia, and two years as a station manager in Western Australia.

Trevor ran his own fencing contracting business and also did woolpressing as a member of a shearing team. He was a member of the Army Reserve from 1966-1979.

In 1976, Trevor purchased the remaining 292 acres of his family farm from his mother, but continued working up north.

Trevor had his own plane when in WA and flew north to go fencing and contracting.

In 1977 on a visit home to see his mum, Trevor had decided not to pursue the purchase of the farm land back from the Bultarra syndicate, and instead bought his current property,1000 acres and a house, only six kilometres from his original family farm.

Macaw Peak was owned by former diplomat and then Lieutenant-Governor of South Australia, Sir Walter Crocker.

Trevor gave up working away and returned to full-time farming. But having no machinery was an issue, so Trevor joined a machinery syndicate with neighbours Chris and Lyn Uppill. his syndicate eventually dissolved in 1991 when the Days had enough machinery stocks of their own.

In 1981 Trevor became one of the founders of SA Pea Growers Co-op, and SAFF Pulse Growers.

In 1984, through Pulse Growers, Trevor won a Nuffield Scholarship to travel to the United Kingdom, Europe, Canada and the USA to study Co-operatives, marketing, grain storage and grain legumes.

He also won a scholarship to attend an “Intensive Farm Business Management” course at Wye College in the UK. This is where he noticed a young woman named Helen, working there with a professor collecting agricultural data from farmers.

Helen lived in Gloucestershire and came from a farming family too.

It was love at first sight, and after Trevor had finished his scholarship in Canada, Helen came out to Australia in January 1985 to visit.

They got engaged and Helen went home to arrange her move.

Helen emigrated in June 1985 and they married in September. Trevor showed off his flying prowess by flying Helen to the Birdsville Track, Queensland and NT on their honeymoon. Helen was suitably impressed.

The pair did the farm work together, with Trevor doing the grain and maintenance side of things and Helen looking after the sheep side.

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‘Pauled’ a muscle?

A local bank manager has, once again, forgotten how old he is. After previously having calf injuries due to tennis sliding manoeuvres like Rafa, he’s now joined Laney with a “groin” injury.

But tennis is not to blame this time - it’s from water

Trevor Day, pictured with wife Helen on their farm, has received many awards, such as the Sir Condor Laucke Award for excellence, service and achievement in the SA grain industry in 1996.

And in September last year the Advisory Board of Agriculture presented its annual “Spirit of Excellence” award, displayed here

by Trevor, recognising his exceptional contribution to agriculture over many years.

A life in the Day of a farmer onus!

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email: louise@ plainsproducer.com.au Trevor was still very busy as Chairman and Director on various committees and boards, including ABB, Legume Growers Holdings, Pea and Grain Exporters, National Grain Exchange, Pulse Australia and SA Pea Growers Co-operative.

Through his involvement in SAFF and the Grains Council of Australia, Trevor was also the Chairman of the Oilseeds and Grain Legumes Committee (SA and national) and various other grain and legume groups.

With these commitments, Trevor often had to travel overseas.

On one PR trip, Trevor recalls being told he was going “camping in Saudi Arabia”.

As details were sketchy, Helen was concerned she might not see him again.

But she need not have worried as the tent and campsite were more like a huge marquee in a moveable city, and was completely safe.

Trevor had a great time and returned

WE HEARD! skiing. Not sure how that could happen?? Obviously our man, who was in preparation to look good in Speedos for the upcoming Paul, er, we mean pool, triathlon, has a mind that is willing and able, but a body that is just willing.

Plains Producer, Wednesday February 1, 2012

Pride take a tumble

And here’s yet another injury – but mostly to the pride of a lady bowler!

One local lady, who was on a high protein/no carb diet like Pippa Middleton apparently was before the royal wedding, recently went for a tumble on the rink due

home safe and sound. With the assistance of a workman, Helen kept the farm running while Trevor was away and managed things very effectively and efficiently.

After a few years, Trevor and Helen had their children.

This kept them busy and the children were often seen out in their prams in the sheep yards while Helen drafted sheep.

Michael now works on the farm but does off-farm work driving road-trains.

Sarah has completed Year 12 and is off to study Ag Science at the University of New England in Armidale, NSW. But in busy times they all help, and have been known to have family “fencing days”.

Helen has also been involved on many committees, more so in the local area.

She was the first female president of Riverton Golf Club and still is a regular player.

Helen was the contact person for updating the Administration for Grain Legume Handbook every two years.

Helen currently chairs the Gilbert Agribusiness Group – a self-education group for local farmers. She has been involved on the Riverton Primary School governing council, Riverton’s little athletics and hockey clubs, and was chairperson for the Riverton and Districts Hospital Board.

So in their spare time, Trevor and Helen

to low blood sugar levels.

She went “bottoms up” and certainly got as much attention as Pippa, but not for the same reason!

The other bowlers tended her very well and luckily a St John’s man was there.

That diet is probably not the best thing in the heat.

run their farm which has increased in size since Trevor’s first land purchase in 1977.

Trevor has retired from the majority of his off-farm commitments but still has a keen interest in what the organisations are doing As a family, the Days enjoy camping trips around Australia, playing golf and working on the farm.

Trevor admits to liking a challenge and likes to improve things around the farm to make things easier, especially in preparation for retirement.

The word “can’t” is not in Trevor’s vocabulary, and even though he is very enthusiastic and motivated, he is not a risk-taker. e says: “Things might cost more in the beginning, but it’s better in the long run.

If you have done something right the first time, you won’t have to do it again.”

Trevor and Helen enjoy working together.

They have great respect for, and understanding of, each other and their ideas.

Trevor’s advice to young people thinking of a career path in agriculture is simple.

“Take the opportunity to work for other farmers. It will broaden your mind and you will get experience and new ideas.

Also get involved in your community and belong to groups like Ag Bureau.”

Sound advice from someone who well and truly knows.

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Get ‘positive’ for Youth grants

Grants totalling $500,000 are available for projects to engage young South Australians and encourage them to be positive about their future.

Non-government and not-for-profit organisations, as well as Youth Advisory Committees, can apply for between $10,000 and $50,000 for projects to provide opportunities and support for young people between the ages of 12 and 25.

Apply on-line, with further information available at www. officeforyouth.sa.gov.au Applications are open until February 29. www.plainsproducer.com.au

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SPECIAL FEATURE v Australia DAY events

Celebrating In BALAKLAVA

Beating the holiday heat

BALAKLAVA’S POOL A WINNER ABOVE: Craig White cools off with son Camden.

ALICIA Brown obviously is enjoying her time in the water.

Kerry Williams with Finley and Max, front.

HELPING raise funds at the pool were Aaron Robinson and Kerry Anne Milne, shown serving a snag to Heath Milnea, lifeguard at the pool.

Celebrating In BRINKWORTH MorE than 100 people turned up for the Australia Day breakfast at BRINKWORTH. Local resident and organiser, Anne Green, was happy with the attendance.

“There was a pleasing response for such a small town,” Anne said.

Following breakfast, senior citizen Ray Heinjus helped Jackson Heinjus, 5, to raise the flag, but despite the same last name, the two had never met before.

The national anthem was sung, followed by a speech from Brinkworth Management Committee chairman, Bruce Weckert, who thanked residents Peter and Jody Klemm for their services to Brinkworth over the years They will now reside in Adelaide.

Another highlight of the day was the announcement of long-time resident, Malcolm Hancock, receiving an Australia Day Ambulance Service Medal.

SENIOR and junior citizens raise the Australian flag – Ray Heinjus with Jack Heinjus.

RIGHT: Peter and Jody Klemm at Brinkworth’s celebrations with one-yearold twins Ciarna and Lily

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SPECIAL FEATURE v Australia DAY events

BEWDY!

Celebrating In BALAKLAVA

YOU LITTLE

ABOVE: Tenayah Renshaw (far left) sings the national anthem in front of a big crowd.

LEFT: Aiden Fishlock-Billington, of Two Wells, had an appetite like a Lion, so the Lions ladies tamed the hunger. Pictured are Lee Williams (left) and Pat Scholz, with Lion Gary Tezacker one of the “tong masters” at the Lions barbecue breakfast.

BELOW: Tanja Haasbroek learns about gliding from Balaklava Gliding Club members Peter Oldfield, Roger Cox, Merv Lindner and Dene Newton.

TRYING croquet are Owen’s Rodney Reid and Joy Woodroofe, with Balaklava Croquet Club members Lynne Sutton and Nancy Williams, right.

LEFT: Enjoying brekkie are (from left) Louise Bruten, with her mother Jenny and Odette Sim. Louise, born and bred in Balaklava, now lives in New Zealand

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Skate park opens Plains Producer, Wednesday February 1, 2012

BALAKLAVA’S skate park was declared “officially” open last Thursday. Here, Balaklava Area Committee chairman, Terry Williams (left) and skate park instigator, Peter Rohrlach hold the ribbon, which is being cut by skate park committee member and fund raiser, Shirley Welke and skate park enthusiast, Julius Rohrlach, who had the first “official” skate with Ethan Allen, another skate park organiser. www.plainsproducer.com.au

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SPECIAL FEATURE v Australia DAY events

Celebrating In SNOWTOWN SNOWTOWN and LOCHIEL joined together at Lions Park in Snowtown for an early breakfast and awards presentation which saw a turnout of more than 150 people.

Snowtown resident, Paul McCormack, was thrilled with how the day went.

“It was fantastic, numbers swelled with the population of Lochiel joining in,” Paul said.

“All round it was a great celebration, we raised the flag and we all sang poorly!”

Wakefield Regional Council Mayor, James Maitland, also presented awards to Alan Large of Snowtown for Citizen of the year, Bonnie Nicholls of Lochiel for Young Citizen of the year, Lochiel Hall Centenary for Community event of the year and Michelle Dohnt, of Snowtown, for the Lions award for community involvement.The Lochiel Hall centenary committee also won the State award for Community Event of the year, a tie with Clare Quilters 25th anniversary.

• BELOW: Lochiel Hall centenary committee member John Nicholls accepted the award on Wednesday night from SA Governor, Rear Admiral Kevin Scarce (centre) with award sponsor, San Remo’s Michael Neale.

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SPECIAL FEATURE v Australia DAY events

Celebrating In DUBLIN

Presented with the Community Event of the Year Award was the Dublin History Group. Pictured (back) is DCM mayor Marcus Strudwicke, Andrea Brow and Barbara Kennedy, with front, Barbara Miller, Pat Thompson and Jan Telfer. Absent: Anthea Ailmoore, Beverly Jones, Phillip Brow

Brian Aldhouse, Brenda Smith and Rowland Smith, all of Thomspon Beach, enjoying the day.

n DISTRICT COUNCIL OF MALLALA AWARDS:

Dublin’s day in the sun Around 130 people helped the District Council of Mallala celebrate Australia Day last week with a community breakfast at Dublin Oval.

With the sun shining and a gentle breeze blowing it was a glorious summer morning.

The event was hosted by the Dublin Cricket Club, and saw six local residents take up the pledge to become Australian citizens.

DCM Community Development Officer, Lynette Seccafien, said the celebrations were an opportunity for everyone to acknowledge what they loved about our country. “(It was) a chance for us to celebrate our Australian citizenship as the bond which unites us all, whether we are Australian by birth or by choice,” she said.

“It (was) a particularly significant occa-

Bec O’Brien reports: MORE PICTURES IN THE ECHO, OUT FEBRUARY 8 sion for those residents choosing to become Australian citizens, as they pledged their commitment to Australia and its people and accepted the privileges and responsibilities of Australian citizenship.

“The community welcomes its newest citizens and wishes them well as they make the pledge to officially join the Australian family.”

DCM mayor Marcus Strudwicke officially conferred the South African-born and now Lewiston based, Bouwer family, as well as long-term residents Janet Allan and Paul Dunn; who were all presented with a native wattle to commemorate the occasion.

Winners of the Australia Day awards were announced, with local Two Wells identity Mollie Frost named Citizen of the Year for her commitment and services to the community.

The Community Event of the Year award was presented to the Dublin History Group for its Memories of School Days book launch in May last year.

This year the DCM introduced two new award categories, Community Group of the Year and Community Project of the Year.

While no nominations were received for the community project award, the Two Wells Tennis Club took out the inaugural Community Group of the Year Award for their efforts in repaying debt and raising the profile of tennis in the town.

Next year’s Australia Day celebrations will be held in Two Wells.

DCM Citizen of the Year recipient Mollie Frost, right, accepts the award from mayor Marcus Strudwicke.

LEFT: Winners of the inaugural Community Group of the Year award were the Two Wells Tennis Club. Pictured from left are president Lynette Seccafien, Carolyn Weir, Allan Briscoe, Di Meaney, junior co-coordinator Marie Tapscott, Paul Humphrys, Christine Musolino and Garry Farr.

NO better way to become new Aussie citizens than on Australia Day: Pieter, Narinda, Alex and (front) Rick Bouwer.

Taking advantage of the weather at the breakfast were Mallala locals Joan Earl, Josie Curnow, Maureen Heath, Brian Verrall and Clare Verrall.

New Australian Citizens Janet Allan and Paul Dunn.

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‘True Blue’ Aussies Taking part in the Junior Middle Beach Classic foot race (from left), Rodney Wilmshurst, Hamish Goss, Cian Eley, Imron Barns and Euneic George.

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Celebrating In BLYTH

ABOVE: Laurie and Viv Rasmus catch up with Narelle Roberts.

AT BLYTH: Wakefield Regional Council Mayor, James Maitland is pictured with, from left: Carmel Pyrke, Jasmin McElroy, Caitlyn McElroy, Chloe Hunter, Tara Walkley and Emilee Pyrke. The girls led the crowd in singing the national anthem.

LEFT: John Wood, Barry Mugge and Jim Longmire.

Serving up a delicious Australia Day breakfast were members of the Dublin Cricket Club, including Brett Southam, Chris Mason, John Mason, Rob Amari, Jack Chapman, Brian Richardson and Belinda Raymond

Celebrating In DUBLIN RIGHT: Reeves Plains residents, from front, Jocelyn Russ, Jodi Day and Scott Day enjoyed the Australia Day breakfast.

Two Wells locals Carla, Adam, Blake, Chantel and Jack Harris get into the spirit of the day at the Australia Day breakfast in Dublin.

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special feature v YOUR WEDDING n Benjamin Rowe, of Nantawarra, married Anneka Niejalke, of Aberfoyle Park, at Our Saviour Lutheran Church, Aberfoyle Park on Saturday, January, 14.

After honeymooning on Kangaroo Island, they are making their home in the Balaklava area. Pictured are Ben Niejalke, Rachel Pynor, Michael Rowe, Isabella Modra, Benjamin and Anneka Rowe, Thomas Rowe, Shenae Osman, Tegan Murray and Jacob Rowe.

n BALAKLAVA’s Dr Imran Gul married Hajrah Saboor in a two day celebration in Pakistan in December. The first day was in Rawalpindi, home city to Hajrah Saboor, when traditional wedding attire is worn. The bride wore a pink coloured “Rajhistani Lahanga” and Dr Gul a traditional beige coloured “Sherwani” with beige/blue turban. The second day was a dinner in Dr Gul’s home town of Islamabad.

n Jayne Nicholls and Ben Freeman tied the knot at Ben’s parents’ property in Cudlee Creek, Adelaide Hills, on November 5 last year. Jayne is the daughter of Kerryn and Butch Moses and the late Kym Nicholls of Port Julia, and Ben is the son of John and Julie Freeman of Cudlee Creek.

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Accommodation

Carpet Supplies

Balaklava Bed & Breakfast

Balaklava Stitch Joint

Accommodation

The Matchbox House bed & breakfast

Registered on State Heritage listing 1988 c1906

A: Crn George Street & Gwy Terrace, Balaklava P: 0406 270 019 E: thematchboxhouse@gmail.com

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Beauty Room Balaklava For all your beauty essentials including…

• Waxing • Manicures • Pedicures • Acrylic nails • Wedding & special occasion make-up

13 Boronia Circuit, Balaklava

‘We Cover the Country’ 3 Carpets, vinyls, blinds & awnings.

3 Selection of woven rugs.

3 Free measure & quote.

Balaklava Chemplus Pharmacy

Proprietors A.Rosser, B.Wiltshire, M.Rowett

Phone 8862 1274

Quality kitchens - built-ins vanities - modulars. Free measure and quotes.

Sandgate Street, Balaklava, PO Box 252

Electrician

Saint Street, Balaklava Ph/Fax: 8862 1034 , Mob: 0427 979 607

Earth Moving

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Open 7.45am-5.45pm Mon-Fri Playgroup Wed mornings 9.30-11.30am 15 Scotland St, Balaklava Ph.8862 1251

PGK Concrete Grey or Coloured •Garage Floors •Driveways •Verandahs •Paths • Stamped Impressions

Exhaust & Brakes

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REDBANKS CONCRETE Many patterns and Colours to choose from!

• Driveways & Footpaths • Foundations • Shed Floors •‘TEXCRETE’- Pattern Pave Concrete John Nemet - 0408 896 523

Will add rustic charm to any property!

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3 Bobcat 3 Tipper 3 Excavator 3 Excavations 3 Trenching 3 Civil work 3 Loader 3 Rubbish removal 3 Site levelling 3 Hole boring / cartage 3 Slashing

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Decorative Concrete • Slate impressions • Stencil pattern • Shed floors • Driveway, paths etc • Storm water

Business Railway Terrace, Balaklava - Ph: 8862 2158 Email: cunbal@rbe.net.au 3 Air Liquide 3 Liquid arc, 3 Welding equipment 3 Welding gases

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Goldney Welding

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For all your rural & domestic fencing needs

ANDREW ROWE Fencing Contractor - NANTAWARRA -

Phone/Fax: 8864 2220 Mobile: 0429 642 221

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GENERAL ENGINEERS

Laptops Desktops Printers Upgrades

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13 Railway Tce, Balaklava Phone 8862 1795 A/h 8862 1799 - Gary Mobile 0428 391 146

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Mark Loy - A Class Electrician

3 Installation 3 Safety switches 3 TV points 3 Telephone points 3 Garden lights 3 Repairs / rewiring 3 Smoke alarms

Phone: 0458 799 577

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(P) 8862 2127 (M) 0407 608 445

• Post holes 150mm - 600mm • Slab leveling - tanks etc • Trenching • Stump munching • Ideal for confined spaces • Firewood available

Open: Monday - Friday 9am to 5.30pm, Saturday 9am to 12noon

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Brynvale Mini Digger Services

Concreting

Kym & Julie McPharlin, Proprietors

Electrician

Earth Moving

Contact Peter 0414 993 072 A/Hrs 8862 2192

Cabinet Maker

Phone 8862 2050

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For friendly service and quality guaranteed, call in and see Marc and staff.

Business

✦ Specialists in Apprenticeships/Traineeships ✦ Labour Hire & Permanent employees ✦ We cover all industries & occupations

Greg McLean 8844 4011 and 0428 813 974

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Balaklava Crash Repairs Working for all insurance companies & providing quality finishes & service

LOCAL

Butcher

Phone 8862 1041

Statewide Group Training & Mid State Employment

See Simon & Philip Taylor at

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Employment

For: 3 Crash repairs 3 Car detailing 3 Windscreen replacement

2-6 Howe St, Balaklava - Ph 8862 1074

Kelly Taylor 0458 699 087 - App only

Marc’s Meats

Incl GST

Lic No. A000 1347

Contact 0408 086 019 (M) 3 Fisher Street, Balaklava SA 5461

9 Howe Street, Balaklava Ph: 8862 1977 Fax: 8862 1997 Email sales@plainsproducer.com.au

Crash Repairs

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Windows 3Manufacturing, Alterations & Repairs Windows Shower Screens 3Agricultural, Commercial & Domestic Shower ScreensMirrors 3On site welding & repairs 3Steel Supplies Splashbacks Mirrors Corner railway tce & Dunns Rd, Balaklava & More Mob 0419 807 406, Ph/Fax: 8862 2322 Splashbacks

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Handyman Service

Rod’s Handyman Ser vice

PHONE: 8862 1977 EMAIL: sales@plainsproducer.com.au FAX: 8862 1997 Plumber

Newsagency

Balaklava Newsagency

Call Rod: 0458 742 259

30 George Street Ph/Fax 8862 1725 ❋ Newspapers ❋ Books ❋ Large Range of Magazines ❋ Stationery ❋ Office Supplies ❋ Gifts ❋ Cards & Wrappings Professional Laminating Service Home Delivery Service

Hairdresser

Painter

Serving Balaklava and surrounding towns

For all your gardening needs… u Pruning u Weeding u Mowing u Gutter cleaning u Rubbish removal u General upkeep u Other odd jobs

No job too small !

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Your Family Hairdresser

• Men's $15 • Ladies $17 • Senior rates • Kids $9-$13 • Wash, cut, blow dry or set $28 Open: Monday & Tuesday

CATFORD PLUMBING

NOW providing Excavation & Trenching • Gas fittings •Blocked drains • Effluent connections • Bathroom Renovations • Drain Installations & repair •Septic tank installations • HWS repairs, replacements & installations

Keanan 0438 641 032

Balaklava Agency Ph: 8862 1333 Fax: 8862 1007

Serving the rural community After Hours: Kelly Evans - Live stock 0418 859 953 Shayn Faehrmann - Merchandise/Agronomy/Accounting 0419 829 243 Mel Haynes - Livestock/Real Estate/Insurance 0408 086 602 Chris Kannenberg - Merchandise 0417 087 319 Geoff Knappstein - Real Estate 0407 790 210 Michael Wildash - CGU Insurance 0457 552 646 Emma Menadue - WFI Insurance 0427 170 821 Ron Sutcliffe - Rural Finance Manager 0439 449 577

Supermarket

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Perms from $40

Stock Agent

Lic No. R27142

Painter

• Free Quotes

MALLALA HAIR (next to IGA)

Your own local store!

Call Trish on 0410 692 789 or 8527 2696

Phone Terry on 0407 077 992 7 Yorsdale St, Balaklava PO Box 20

13 Wallace Street Ph. 8862 1571, Fax 8862 2096

Hairdresser

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Balaklava Shearing Shed Upmarket salon with cheap country prices • Kiddies haircut corner • Beauty & private waxing room

21 Edith Tce, Balaklava - Ph 8862 1629

WH Treverton PAINTER

24 George St, Balaklava - Ph:8862 1441

Insurance David Lester Insurance Agencies

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Balaklava and surrounding areas Local family business 3 Flies and 3 Termites Mosquitoes 3 Rodents 3 Bird Proofing 3 Spiders 3 Rabbits 3 Cockroaches P: 8862 1832 M: 0421 517 708 E: b.t.riddle1@bigpond.com

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High End Quality, Low End Prices Dave Martin Mobile

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Email: willmar1@bigpond.com

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3 Specializing in large stumps 3 Locally owned and operated 3 All tree work done including pruning and removal

For friendly free quotes call John 0408 274 010

Septic Tank Cleaning

Peter Thompson Plumbing Contractor

Allan Garrard • Septic Tank Cleaning • Grass & Lawn Cutting Ph: 0439 500 961 28 Victoria Road, Clare

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Steve Robertson Plumbing & Gas

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“Specialising in bathroom renovations”

MICK 0407 3999 019 or DARYLE 0417 870 624

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WillMar Maintenance

Pool Chemicals Bird Seed Redwing Boots & Clothing Poly Pipe & Fittings

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Tiver Road, Evanston South Phone: 8522 5122

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Phone/Fax 8862 2284

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Brian Riddle Pest Control

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Phone: 8522 6504 Fax: 8523 2009

Pest Control Specialist in all types of pest control since 1984

Lic. No. PCL 5676

Tiver Rd

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Lot 9 Kelly Road, Willaston

• Soils & sands • Firewood • Sleepers • Landscape barks • Rubble & metals • Decorative mulches • Concrete products • Garden rocks • Stones & pebbles

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Phone 8862 1549 any time

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• Let us customise a design for you • Installation service is available • Huge range of timber & hardware at discount prices

• ANZIIF (Snr Assoc), C.I.P • Agent for: CGU Insurance Ltd

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For all general insurances

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• Taxation consultant.

• Accounting & computer services.

Phone 8862 1728

BLD Lic: 219551

Party Supplies

• Balloons • Decorations • Weddings • Hen’s nights • Baby showers • Piñatas • Helium hire

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15 Railway Tce Balaklava SA 5461 Home phone: 8862 1509

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Phone Andrew Pratt 0438 845 214 or 8528 6054 (after hours) E: apratt62@bigpond.com www.plainsproducer.com.au

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SPORT v Bowls

Wooroora Men’s Bowling Association

Upsets all round Another day of bowls concluded the weekend with its share of upset results in Division One. Where do we start?

Perhaps Balaklava Green’s performance against Riverton…or Hamley Bridge’s narrow win against Balaklava Gold…or Mallala’s comprehensive win over Owen?!

The only Division One match that went to script was Port Wakefield’s 27 shot win over Wasleys with two rinks up and one rink tied.

Elsewhere, last weekend’s competition leaders Balaklava Gold had an excellent opportunity to derail Hamley Bridge’s recent advance towards a final four spot.

Thompson (BGo) proved to be their only rink winner on the day with an 11-shot win over O’Brien (HB).

While this advantage covered Taylor’s (BGo) six-shot loss to Rex (HB) it was insufficient to cover for Gardner’s (HB) 10 shot win over Clifford (BGo).

Hamley Bridge eventually emerged victors by five shots with two rinks up.

During the middle stages of the Riverton-Balaklava Green match, Riverton looked like it had the match well in hand.

However, Balaklava Green gradually worked its way back into the match to eventually take the points in an upset win over Riverton despite having only one rink up.

Mullins (R) finished only one shot up over Olsen (BGr) while Griffiths (R) had a sound 10-shot win over Cowan (BGr).

REPORT: John Glistak This lead was inadequate as Lamond’s (BGr) 17-shot advantage over Greenslade (R) was enough to earn Balaklava Green their second win for the season.

Owen had an opportunity to end Mallala’s slim chances of making the finals when the two sides met last weekend.

Mallala had other thoughts and went home with an all rinks up 34shot win over Owen.

Roberts (M) had the closest tussle defeating Simpson (O) by only two shots but fellow Mallala skippers, Furst and Stuart, were too strong for Owen’s skippers Harkness and Parker winning by 12 and 20 shots, respectively.

So, with the conclusion of that round, Port Wakefield has retaken the competition lead from Balaklava Gold while Hamley Bridge and Owen have swapped positions once again.

This week The stage is set for another enthralling set of Division One matches this weekend, which could quite easily clarify the final four or, just as easily, throw most of the sides back into the melting pot.

CompetitionleadersPortWakefield host second placed Balaklava Gold.

So far this season, the ledger reads one win each with the home side winning all rinks up on each occasion.

With this match being played at Port Wakefield, will the home side

continue the winning trend or will Balaklava Gold break the sequence?

Since competition resumed after the Christmas break, Port Wakefield has had a 4-0 record compared to Balaklava Gold’s 3-1 record, suggesting Port Wakefield should be favoured to record a win here.

Just as important is the clash between third placed Riverton and fourth placed Hamley Bridge.

Riverton has had a 2-2 record since the break while Hamley Bridge’s record is 3-1. Earlier matches have resulted in wins to whichever side was the home side.

With this match being played at Hamley Bridge, the home side will again be favoured to win unless the Riverton side can bring its bowls game with it.

As the season continues, Balaklava Green has steadily improved as its bowlers become more accustomed to Division One bowls.

Balaklava Green’s performance over the past two weeks, in particular, will prepare them well for the upcoming clash against Owen.

While Owen has had a 2-0 record over Balaklava Green, their last win was only by six shots with one rink up.

Given all factors, a close match is expected here with Balaklava Green having every chance of adding to their win tally.

The final match will see Wasleys host Mallala. Of the two sides, Mallala perhaps still has a very slim chance of making the finals if all results for the rest of the season go in their favour.

As with two of the other matches

n OWEN’s Glen Bubner has his eyes on the jack in Saturday’s Division One match against Mallala.

within this round, the winner of this contest has followed whichever side is the home side. Will the trend continue again here?

Results – January 28: Mallala 83(12) (P Furst 28, I Stuart 34, K Roberts 21) def Owen 49(0) (T Harkness 16, B Parker 14, G Simpson 19); Balaklava Green 63(8) (M Olsen 18, D Lamond 28, C Cowan 17) def Riverton 57(4) (B Mullins 19, M Greenslade 11, M Griffiths 27); Port Wakefield 80(11) (G McPharlin 30, R Murphy 19, W McPharlin 31) def Wasleys 53(1) (D Olive 18, S Nicolai

19, W Grady 16); Hamley Bridge 75(10) (A O’Brien 15, K Gardner 32, D Rex 28) def Balaklava Gold 70(2) (P Thompson 26, T Clifford 22, B Taylor 22).

Division One standings: Port Wakefield 121 (+88), Balaklava Gold 119 (+151), Riverton 113 (+155), Hamley Bridge 98 (+26), Owen 91 (+39), Mallala 72 (-35), Wasleys 61 (-203), Balaklava Green 45 (-221).

February 4 fixtures: Port Wakefield vs Balaklava Gold, Hamley Bridge vs Riverton, Balaklava Green vs Owen, Wasleys vs Mallala.

Close call for Port Wakefield Blue Two shots and only one rink up was the final margin as the Division Two match between Mallala White and Port Wakefield Blue concluded.

Curnow (MW) accounted for Reimers (PWB) by two shots while King (MW) finished three shots up over Baum (PWB).

However, Hill’s (PWB) seven-shot margin over Dunstan (MW) finally swayed the match in Port Wakefield Blue’s favour.

Elsewhere, leading sides Owen and Hamley White consolidated their positions

with sound wins over Riverton Black and Hamley Red, respectively.

The final match saw Riverton White secure maximum points against Tarlee White.

While the top three sides seem secure for the finals, the battle for fourth is wide open with the remaining five sides vying for that position.

Each of the scheduled matches this weekend will have an impact on this battle.

Riverton Black’s chances of remaining in the chase will falter unless they can

n GRAHAM Simpson, Owen helps out his teammate with bowls positioning, while (inset) Brian Parker sends one down for Owen.

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upset competition leaders Port Wakefield Blue.

In other matches, second placed Owen plays fourth placed Hamley Red, while third placed Hamley White hosts seventh placed Tarlee White.

Both of the higher placed sides in the above matches are likely to record wins against their respective opponents.

The final clash will see Riverton White face fellow contender Mallala White.

Only one shot separated the two sides when they last met, perhaps another close result is likely here.

Division Two results – January 28: Riverton White 78(12) (R Hannaford 27, G Stone 27, G Giles 24) def Tarlee White 63(0) (J Perry 22, D Branson 19, P Dunn 22); Port Wakefield Blue 68(8) (S Reimers 18, P Baum 23, R Hill 27) def Mallala White 66(4) (J Curnow 20, M King 26, M Dunstan 20); Owen 84(11) (R Uppill 31, P Sullivan 30, L Hean 23) def Riverton Black 64(1) (P Gates 23, R Schulz 18, P Koster 23); Hamley White 71(10) (A Fyfe 22, J Bell 27, M Nichols 22) def Hamley Red 54(2) (G Schilling 19, B Morris 22, J Tily 23).

n gavin Marshman, Owen.

Standings: Port Wakefield Blue 142 (+297), Owen 127 (+171), Hamley White 124 (+161), Hamley Red 103 (+61), Mallala White 102 (+24), Riverton White 93 (+58.75), Tarlee White 92 (-4), Riverton Black 80 (-1).

February 4 fixtures: Port Wakefield Blue vs Riverton Black, Owen vs Hamley Red, Riverton White vs Mallala White, Hamley White vs Tarlee White.

Mallala leads Division Three As predicted, Division Three is likely to be the most open of any of the Divisions as each week’s results come in.

Mallala Black has taken over the lead in this competition, following their 15-shot win over Balaklava Red and Tarlee Red’s 28 shot win over previous leaders Port Wakefield Gold.

In the final match, Balaklava Blue easily accounted for Wasleys by 24 shots.

No side has yet to be eliminated from finals consideration and so this weekend’s matches remain crucial for all sides.

Leaders Mallala Black host Wasleys, a side that it accounted for earlier in the season. Will a similar result occur once again?

Third placed Balaklava Blue travels to second placed Port Wakefield Gold with both sides eager to consolidate their spot in the top four.

Balaklava Blue took the points when they last met, but perhaps home green advantage may prove to be the deciding factor here.

The last match sees Tarlee Red host Balaklava Red. Tarlee Red was too strong for their opponent when they last met and will be favoured to take the points once again.

Division Three Results – January 28: Balaklava Blue 87(10) (K Harkness 27, P McPharlin 41, C Stewart 19) def Wasleys 53(2) (J McDonnell 13, S Wendland 13, T Prior 27); Tarlee Red 87(12) (F Gorey 29, D Meyers 30, I Rohde 28) def Port Wakefield Gold 58(0) (A Carslake 18, L Robertson 25, K Anderson 15); Mallala Black 91(10) (M Secomb 24, J Evans 30, K McDonald 37) def Balaklava Red 76(2) (T Jones 28, L Day 20, C Milton 28).

Standings: Mallala Black 83 (+1), Port Wakefield Gold 73 (-56), Balaklava Blue 69 (-135), Tarlee Red 64 (-158), Balaklava Red 57 (-217), Wasleys 55 (-203.75).

February 4 fixtures: Tarlee Red vs Balaklava Red, Mallala Black vs Wasleys, Balaklava Blue vs Port Wakefield Gold.

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SPORT v Bowls

n DENNIs Huston bowls for Yorketown during Monday’s Past Presidents bowling match at Balaklava.

Local past presidents regain bowls trophy The Lower North Branch of the Bowls Past Presidents Association of SA regained the Col Bennett Trophy at Balaklava on Monday.

This annual match is played against the Yorke Peninsula Branch each year, with about 100 bowlers gathering for the event this year.

Owen Chapman, representing Balaklava president, Allen Chivell, welcomed all bowlers to the club and wished them a friendly game.

On the day, the branches were visited by a team from the State Executive comprising president, Winston Ellis, secretary Don Priestley, vice president, Mike Powell, and Rex Wilson, who were included in

REPORT: John Tayler the competition.

After the first round of 10 ends, a great lunch was provided by the Balaklava ladies, and this was followed by another 10 ends against different opposing teams.

On completion of matches, game managers Graeme Gameau, Lower North and Vic Brown, Yorke Peninsula announced Lower North as the winners this year, 202 shots to 181.

Trophy donor, Colin Bennett, urged bowlers from both branches to take part regularly to ensure that this “friendly” competition continues in the future,

n left: Kel Prescott, Two Wells sends one down. n BELOW: Joan Rhode bowls for Tarlee.

before presenting the shield to Lower North President, Peter Buckley, of Nuriootpa club.

Score cards were drawn for each position in each side, with the following being awarded a Past Presidents pen. Winners were: (from YP) Colin Bennett, Ricky Brook, Max Smart, and Rob Tonkin, (from LN) Neville Nolan, Charles La Nauze, Doug Maylin and Alan Fyfe.

Yorke Peninsula president, Graham Banks, thanked the Balaklava club and the Lower North Branch for hosting an enjoyable day of bowls.

Lower North members were reminded of their next game against the Metropolitan Branch at Two Wells on Monday, February 13, with a 10.30 am start.

Bowls north eastern

n SONDRA Franks, Kapunda.

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n MARGARET Gameau, Two Wells.

Results from Wednesday January 25.

Clare Green 34 (8) v Balaklava 32 (2): T Haysman 13, T Jones 21, R Wurst 21, G Heffernan 11.

Brinkworth 39 (10) v Blyth 24 (0): P Laurin 21, L Mader 14, R Martin 18, J Bradbury 10.

Clare Blue 33 (8) v Clare Red 32 (2): B Reichstein 22, R Howes 11, I Trengove 11, R Jarman 21.

Clare White 37 (8) v Spalding 31 (2): B Sims 23, G Georges 12, R Topperwein 14, G Blaser 19.

Burra 46 (8) v Snowtown 39 (2): C Boston 23, R Atkinson 24, R Taylor 23, K Kreig 15.

Premiership table

Points For Against % Burra 135 690 451 60.47 Clare Red 112 610 457 57.17 Spalding 89 499 528 48.59 Snowtown 82 516 523 49.66 Blyth 81 516 492 51.19 Clare Blue 76 545 575 48.66 Clare Green 76 517 549 48.50 Clare White 60 487 545 47.19 Brinkworth 48 439 620 41.45 Balaklava 41 504 583 46.37 February 1 fixtures: Spalding v Clare Red, Clare Blue v Balaklava, Clare Green v Blyth, Snowtown v Clare White, Burra v Brinkworth.

Sides for Saturday

Div 1: Owen v Balaklava Green to be played at Balaklava, cars G Bubner, G Harkness, P Freebairn to depart at 12.45pm. G Marshman, I Freebairn, G Harkness, B Parker (sk). D Hartwell, P Freebairn, N Harkness, G Simpson (sk). D Greer, G Ince, G Bubner, T Harkness (sk).

Div 2: Owen v Hamley Bridge to be played at Hamley Bridge. D Northcott, B Freebairn, W Heaslip, P Sullivan (sk). D Brown, L Beaty, K Warnes, L Hean (sk). A Tiller, D Lauricella, R Hill, R Uppill (sk). Reserves J Harkness.

Div 1: Balaklava Green v Owen to be played at Balaklava. R Barr, N Olsen, O Chapman, D Lamond (sk). Z Guy, J Milton, J Bastian, M Olsen (sk). J McPharlin, J Roberts, G Heffernan, C Cowan (sk).

Balaklava Gold v Pt Wakefield to be played at Pt Wakefield, cars seconds. G Palmer, A Northcott, S Hawke, B Taylor (sk). K Cottle, K McPharlin, R McPharlin, T Clifford (sk). B Olsen, K Olsen, A Chivell, P Thompson (sk).

Div 2: Balaklava Blue v Pt Wakefield to be played at Balaklava. D Anderson, S Renshaw, K Catford, P McPharlin (sk). L Bradock, R Hillman, C Welke, C Stewart (sk). H Hebisch, C Haasbroek, R McDonald, K Harkness (sk).

Balaklava Red v Tarlee Red to be played at Tarlee, cars seconds. R May, E Edwards, B Moffat, C Milton (sk). R Greenshields, N Sampson, S Guy, T Jones (sk). A Barr, C Niveisch, D Beare, L Day (sk). Reserves, P Ramm, P Meyers, L Zerk.

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SPORT v Tennis/Cricket

Mid North tennis action

n CLARE Howard plays a backhand in her ladies doubles match for Long Plains on Saturday.

n wes Rudd, batting for Mallala, finished 40 not out against Greenock on Saturday.

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Results of U/16 Grade cricket played on January 28

Mallala/Lyndoch vs Nuriootpa/Light Pass n ABOVE: Cory Sharer, Long Plains serves in his singles match against a Hilltown opponent, while brother Paul (pictured left) hits a forehand in his singles game.

Mid North Tennis Association Premiership Table - 2011 / 2012 Season

Seniors A Grade M W L F Pts For Ag % Blyth 11 9 2 0 29 1259 979 56.26 Young Guns 11 8 2 0 28 1202 859 58.32 Clare Masters 11 6 3 0 25 1041 848 55.11 Saddleworth 11 5 5 0 22 960 1045 47.88 Hilltown 11 5 6 0 21 1174 994 54.15 Balaklava 11 5 5 1 20 1018 1128 47.44 Long Plains 11 2 9 0 15 924 1291 41.72 Dalkey 11 2 9 0 15 883 1317 40.14 B Grade M W L F Pts For Ag % Mintaro 10 9 1 0 28 1054 625 62.78 Auburn 9 6 2 0 22 892 588 60.27 Blyth 9 6 2 0 22 797 697 53.35 Riverton 10 7 1 2 22 947 872 52.06 Watervale 10 4 5 0 19 856 918 48.25 Clare Aces 10 3 4 1 17 687 825 45.44 Farrell Flat/ Seve 10 4 4 2 16 807 785 50.69 Hilltown 10 2 8 0 14 906 1155 43.96 Clare Hot Shots 10 0 7 2 9 524 1015 34.05 Juniors M W L F Pts For Ag % Auburn 9 6 2 0 22 446 386 53.61 Clare Yellow 9 6 3 0 21 527 423 55.47 Clare Red 9 5 3 0 20 470 360 56.63 Blyth Croc 9 5 3 0 20 421 340 55.32 Blyth Alligators 9 5 3 0 20 417 388 51.80 Hilltown 9 5 4 0 19 466 371 55.68 Clare Blue 9 5 4 0 19 436 458 48.77 Clare White 9 3 5 0 16 373 442 45.77 Clare Green 9 2 6 0 14 353 478 42.48 Sevenhill 9 0 9 0 9 290 53 34.40

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Match won by Nuriootpa/Light Pass Nuriootpa/Light Pass Batting R.Schultz Not Out................................... 20 J.Braunack ct & b B.Wilson....................... 0 K.Nitschke b B.Wilson............................... 0 D.Moore b J.Good..................................... 0 C.Ireland lbw b J.Good............................. 0 Z.Fuss b J.Good...................................... 12 D.Douglas b J.Good.................................. 0 K.Schutz ct C.Pritchard b J.Dowse......... 26 H.Schilling b R.Konzag.............................. 6 O.Osman Not Out.................................... 21 D.Roocke Not Out..................................... 0 Extras 14 Total 8/99 Mallala/Lyndoch Bowling Bowler O M W R J.Dowse 3 0 1 10 J.Good 6 1 4 16 R.Konzag 6 2 1 13 A.Clothier 4 2 0 3 N.Goudie 5 1 0 6 I.Devine 4.5 0 0 21 C.Pritchard 5 2 0 11 B.Wilson 6 0 2 18

Mallala/Lyndoch Batting R.Svetec Run Out.................................. 11 B.Wilson ct D.Douglas b C.Ireland........ 43 N.Goudie ct D.Moore b K.Schutz............ 2 R.Konzag ct J.Braunack b C.Ireland....... 5 D.Dalliston..........................................DNB J.Good ct H.Schilling b Z.Fuss............... 1 E.Boots...............................................DNB I.Devine...............................................DNB C.Pritchard ct & b C.Ireland.................... 2 J.Dunstan ct K.Schutz b D.Douglas........ 3 A.Clotheir ct H.Schilling b D.Roocke...... 0 S.Schiller b C.Ireland............................... 0 J.Dowse lwb Z.Fuss................................ 4 Extras 7 Total 10/90 Nuriootpa/Light Pass Bowling Bowler O M W R K.Schutz 6 1 1 11 D.Douglas 6 1 1 11 R.Schulz 3 0 0 7 J.Braunack 3 0 0 9 C.Ireland 6 0 4 12 D.Moore 6 1 0 27 Z.Fuss 2 0 2 3 D.Roocke 1.5 0 1 10

Results of A Grade cricket played on January 28

Mallala vs Greenock

Match won by Mallala Mallala Batting A.Buckley ct S.Byme b R.Lieschke........... 5 W.Farrelly Run Out.................................. 15 D.Cawrse b R.Lieschke........................... 52 A.Fischer lbw R.Lieschke........................ 18 WS.Rudd Not Out................................... 40 B.Martin b DM.Nitschke............................ 0 K.Curnow ct R.Lieschke b DM.Nitschke.49 B.Goudie Not Out...................................... 1 T.Cawrse...............................................DNB J.Charnstrom........................................DNB T.Algar...................................................DNB Extras 24 Total 6/204 Greenock Bowling Bowler O M W R G.Nitschke 5 1 0 12 P.Nitschke 8 3 0 25 S.Byrne 2 0 0 19 DM.Nitschke 8 0 2 55 C.Shaw 1 0 0 17 T.Bishop 3 0 0 9 R.Lieschke 8 1 3 39 K.Hampel 5 0 0 16

Greenock Batting G.Nitschke ct D.Cawrse b T.Algar........... 1 P.Nitschke b A.Buckley.......................... 26 S.Byrne lbw A.Buckley............................ 9 C.Shaw ct B.Goudie b J.Charnstrom...... 0 DM Nitschke Not Out............................ 27 P.Nugent b J.Charnstrom........................ 5 W.Bishop b J.Charnstrom....................... 0 T.Bishop b J.Charnstom.......................... 0 T.Watson lbw WS.Rudd........................... 3 R.Lieschke ct W.Farrelly b WS.Rudd...... 1 K.Hampel ct A.Buckley b B.Goudie........ 4 Extras 12 Total 10/90 Mallala Bowling Bowler O M W R T.Cawrse 8 4 0 7 T.Algar 4 0 1 6 A.Buckley 8 3 2 14 J.Charstrom 7 3 4 14 B.Goudie 6.4 0 1 26 WS.Rudd 4 1 2 14

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Results of A1 cricket played on January 28, 2012

Lower North vs Brinkworth/Koolunga

Match won by: Lower North Lower North Batting T.McPharlin ct S.Goss b M.Wiech......... 33 L.Pearson lbw b M.Wiech..................... 10 R.Darling ct T.Weckert b S.Goss......... 122 R.McPharlin ct & b P.Meyer................... 31 S.Rowland Not Out............................... 23 C.Marshall Not Out................................ 35 M.Higgs..............................................DNB S.Dykes..............................................DNB J.Pearson...........................................DNB S.Allen................................................DNB J.Cowan.............................................DNB Extras 13 Total 4/268 Brinkworth/Koolunga Bowling Bowler O M W R S.Goss 9 2 1 42 M.Wiech 9 0 2 58 A.Moller 9 1 0 56 D.Wilson 9 1 0 51 P.Meyer 9 0 1 60

Close matches

Results of A1 cricket played on January 28, 2012

Long Plains vs WATERVALE

Match won by: LONG PLAINS Long Plains Batting H.Pym lbw J.Andrewartha....................... 2 B.Shimmin ct S.Parker b S.Helbig.......... 8 L.Whitwell lbw b J.Andrewartha.............. 0 D.West ct S.Parker b T.Camilleri........... 80 S.Schulz ct T.Camilleri b S.Hellbig........ 12 R.Bushell b S.Hellbig............................... 2 Tim McArdle b S.Hadley.......................... 4 J.Daniel ct S.Parker b T.Camilleri.......... 13 S.McArdle ct S.Hardley b N.Scott......... 19 M.Warnes Not Out................................... 0 J.East ct L.McDermid b T.Camilleri......... 0 Extras 12 Total 10/152 Watervale Bowling Bowler O M W R S.Hellbig 9 1 3 19 J.Andrewartha 9 0 2 28 N.Scott 8 1 1 36 S.Hadley 9 1 1 25 T.Camilleri 7.3 1 3 34 L.McDermid 2 0 0 8

Wins to the A1 and the A5 Gilbert Valley cricket sides this week, but a loss to the A3s. Going by the number of ducks in the A3s, training may be necessary for a few blokes to get back in touch! A good knock of 96 not out to Chris Busch in the A5s - well done Chris.

A1 results

Gilbert Valley 133 defeated Kapunda 101 GV: K Vandeleur 51, Josh Vater 18, C Mullins 16, M Hosking 12, Z Hier 11.

Kap: C McLean 2/8, J Brown 2/14, C Reimann 2/19.

Kap: C McLean 25, M Ryan 18, S Ryan 18.

GV: C Mullins 3/8, T Vater 3/16, J Schahinger 1/12, J Vandeleur 1/22, M Crawford 1/29.

A3 results

Tanunda 143 defeated Gilbert Valley 108 Tan: B Marshall 45, S Liersch 27, J Dswonitzky 22.

GV: A Callery 3/24, J Molineux 2/24, L Slok 2/26, S Goodfellow 1/14, T Connell 1/19, M Kooyman 1/35.

GV: R Schwartz 44,Daniel Busch 21 Tan: W Akkerman 5/24, D Eggleton 3/10, J Ellis 2/19.

A5 results

Gilbert Valley defeated Eudunda/Robertstown (No stats available)

Brinkworth/Koolunga Batting P.Meyer b R.Darling.................................. 35 S.Goss ct S.Dykes b M.Higgs............... 23 D.Lawry ct R.Darling b M.Higgs.............. 0 A.Moller ct S.Dykes b M.Higgs............... 2 T.Weckert ct R.Darling b R.McPharlin... 80 S.Weckert ct M.Higgs b S.Rowland...... 21 M.Wiech ct R.Darling b S.Rowland....... 22 D.Wilson ct S.Dykes b C.Marshall......... 50 J.Wundke Not Out................................... 9 I.Moller ct M.Higgs b R.McPharlin.......... 0 J.Weckert ct S.Dykes b C.Marshall......... 1 Extras 19 Total 10/262 Lower North Bowling Bowler O M W R M.Higgs 9 1 3 51 R.Darling 8 0 1 50 S.Rowland 9 0 2 43 C.Marshall 6.1 0 2 32 J.Pearson 1 0 0 12 S.Dykes 3 0 0 22 R.McPharlin 7 0 2 50

Watervale Batting S.Parker ct M.Warnes b H.Pym...............33 N.Scott ct S.Schulz b M.Warnes............. 3 S.Smith ct L.Whitwell b S.McArdle......... 5 T.Camilleri ct S.McArdle b H.Pym......... 12 L.McDermid ct L.Whitwell b H.Pym...... 13 B.Bryksy st L.Whitwell b H.Pym.............. 3 C.Parkerb M.Warnes............................. 16 B.Maloney ct L.Whitwell b H.Pym........... 2 S.Hadley ct L.Whitwell b T.Daniel............ 3 J.Andrewartha ct B.Shimmin b T.Daniel.. 2 S.Helbig Not Out..................................... 0 Extras 11 Total 10/104 Long Plains Bowling Bowler O M W R M.Warnes 9 1 2 31 S.McArdle 5 0 1 31 H.Pym 9 1 5 23 J.East 5 2 0 10 T.Daniel 3.5 0 2 5

Results of A2 cricket played on January 28, 2012

Lower North vs Clare Blue

MALLALA put Greenock away at Mallala oval on Saturday afternoon, defeating the side by 114 runs. n WICKET keeper, Ben Martin catches his Greenock opponent, applauded by teammate Adam Fischer.

Match won by: Clare Blue Lower North Batting J.McPharlin ct K.Reynolds b S.Victor... 21 C.Ruiz ct P.Leditschke b S.Victor.......... 18 T.Shepherd b S.Victor.............................. 0 K.Michaelanny ct K.Reynolds b S.Victor.4 H.Battle ct L.Gill B S.Minney................. 12 A.Williams ct K.Reynolds b C.Klingner... 2 S.Rowland Not Out............................... 58 L.Wright Not Out................................... 38 R.Bernhardt........................................DNB R.Logan..............................................DNB T.Temby..............................................DNB Extras 30 Total 6/188 Clare Blue Bowling Bowler O M W R S.Hellbig 9 1 3 19 J.Andrewartha 9 0 2 28 N.Scott 8 1 1 36 S.Hadley 9 1 1 25 T.Camilleri 7.3 1 3 34 L.McDermid 2 0 0 8

Clare Blue Batting C.Klingner b A.Williams............................97 P.Leditschke lbw H.Battle...................... 22 K.Reynolds Not Out.............................. 43 S.Victor Not Out.................................... 17 S.Minney.............................................DNB D.Garrard............................................DNB P.Garrard.............................................DNB D.Minney............................................DNB I.Shearer.............................................DNB L.Gill...................................................DNB D.Gill...................................................DNB Extras 11 Total 2/190 Lower North Bowling Bowler O M W R T.Shepherd 7 0 0 50 A.Williams 8 0 1 45 L.Wright 8 1 0 28 J.McPharlin 7 0 0 37 H.Battle 8 1 1 26

Para Districts Results of Grade 6 cricket played on January 28

Dublin vs Tea Tree Gully Dublin 9/112 def Tea Tree Gully 10/110

Results of Grade 4 cricket played on January 28

Two Wells vs Craigmore Two Wells 6/157 def Craigmore 10/156

Results of Grade 1 cricket played on January 28

Virginia vs Central United n ABOVE: Kelly Curnow made 49 runs for Mallala. n RIGHT: Jake Charnstrom, Mallala, fielding.

Central United 3/82 def Virginia 10/80

Results of Grade 3 cricket played on January 28

Virginia vs Rose & Crown Rose & Crown 3/189 def Virginia 5/186

Results of U/12 Grade cricket played on January 28

Atco Cricket Club vs Virginia Atco Cricket Club 5/122 def Virginia 10/104

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SPORT v District

Hamley Bridge girls take home Pairs shield Wooroora Women’s Bowling Association bowlers played their Championship Pairs competition on January 16 and 17, the conclusion seeing Hamley Bridge emerge as the winners.

Matches were played in scorching heat on the Monday, with the second day scheduled to begin at 8am to avoid as much of the hot weather as possible.

Balaklava Bowling Club hosted the event, with the ladies providing a fantastic afternoon tea on the first day, and lunch on the second - due

n Championship Pairs winners, Hamley Bridge’s skipper Natalie Fyfe (lead) with lead Lyndall French.

to the early start.

Hamley Bridge skipper, Natalie Fyfe and lead, Lyndall French played great bowls, especially on the second day, when they needed to defeat Mallala skipper Yvonne Howard and lead Shirley Sanders who had the most points and the same games as Hamley!

Well done girls, it was a great match to watch.

– WWBA secretary, Gwenda Cheek

n PETER Furst applauds a bowl by fellow Mallala bowler, Bev Roney, during Saturday’s Division One match against Owen.

Croquet Northern YP

Results from January 25.

Wallaroo Blue 21 (R Walker, 7, M Walker 3, P Kennett 6, Miller 5) d Moonta Green 13 (Bennett 5, Harvey 2, Hatcher 5, Donaldson 1).

Snowtown 31 (G Schupelius 13, R Freebairn 3, P Schupelius 7, Bolvig 8) d Wallaroo White 22 (Lydeamore 10, Learmonth 3, Roach 6, Hendy 3).

Moonta Brown 25 (Trenwith 6, James 6, Lamshed 6, Loveridge 7) d Balaklava 17 (Sutton 2, Hilzinger 5, Hill 4, N Williams 6).

Pt Wakefield 39 (Algie 12, Harris 4, McWaters 12, Lipsett 11) d Kadina White 15 (D Virgin 5, B Virgin 6, Daddow 2, Marshall 2).

Kadina Blue had the bye.

Golf Balaklava men

A 22-strong field of fearless flailers, including handicap hunter Jonathon Brice, complete with bearers, pith helmet, binoculars, some “Old Agony Indian Tiger Whisky” and an awesome elephant gun, rallied to the greensward for that greatest of golfing tests, the dreaded Par comp.

Now of course, we must pause, remove our shoes then kneel before the assembled might of the glorious A Grade field and note, with all due humility, that and not for the first time, Scott Michael slit ‘em up a treat, storming home with +3.

Man-mountain Mark Loy slithered, snake-hipped, into second place with +2 while Callum Michael (+1) defenestrated his nice uncle Ian on a count back to nail third placing.

Left to roam about in the golfing equivalent of dishabille were D Taylor (-1), W Goudie (-1), B Michael (-3), J Breuer (-4), M Hameister (-4), R Hahn (-5) and W Nagle ( -10: ouch!).

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Of the heaving hearts in the B Grade hoi-polloi, none heaved harder or for more purpose that that in the barrel breast of Dean “Dreadnought” Trickett (-1), enough indeed to subjugate B Grade newbee Austin Henstridge (-2) and strangle the aspirations of Barrie “Baa-Baa Barbecue” Michael (-3).

Left to haul themselves out of the sheep dip were G Leo (-4), W Berry (-5), G Sonntag (- 7) and D Addison (-7).

From among the contracted C Grade collegiate emerged, Venus-like, the fair Chris Hahesy with a very modest -2, free from dish-washing duties for a full week courtesy of Mike “Make Mine Venison” Hahesy’s -6, with the ever gregarious Greg Anderson rounding out proceedings with -10 (ouch!).

Young Jonathon Brice, meanwhile, cruised around the course, returning with 104 off the hickory and clearly posing a future threat for some.

Only two Birdies were achieved,

by Ian Michael at the 3rd and Callum Michael at the 10th. Nearest The Pins were claimed by Ian Michael (3rd), Ben Michael (8th), Callum Michael (10th) and Jim “No, I Haven’t Moved To NSW” Breuer at the 13th. Summer Golfer of the Year points were, accordingly, awarded to Scott Michael (6), Mark Loy (5), Callum Michael (4), Ian Michael (3), Dean Trickett (2) and alla udders, 1 apiece.

This weekend’s Stroke round will be ignited by Mark Loy, then extinguished

by Ian Michael at the 19th. and if you’re all very good, then just maybe Callum Michael will spin the chook wheel while singing a selection of early settler’s ditties, with the accompaniment of his beloved, ratty old squeeze-box.

balaklava mid week

A group of 17 players took to the fairways on Wednesday January 25, with Peter Saddler winning the day with 53, Dennis Goudie 49 CB, Gerry Toms 49, Austin Henstridge 48, Bill Berry 47, Greg Sonntag 46, Merv Hameister 45, Dean Trickett 44, Mike Hahesy 43, Barrie Thompson 42, Rick Campbell 41 CB,

John Curnow 41, Chris Hahesy 40, Bill Goudie 39, Barry Olsen 37, Jim Brewer 29 and Joan Anderson DNF. Birdies: Dennis Goudie hole 9, Merv Hameister hole 5 and Barry Olsen hole 6.

NTP: Dean Trickett hole 8 and Barry Olsen hole 10.

Hamley Bridge

On Saturday, 24 players competed in a Flag competition with Errol Branson taking the flag an extra hole to win the day while Kieth Kluske finished just behind him for second place.

Leading net scores: Errol Branson 62, Keith Kluske 66, John Mitchell 68, Ian Ferguson 71, Bert Pearce, Vince Zito, Wim Van Pelt, Wayne White 73, Bob Charman, Barry Schwartz 73.

Birdies: Barry Schwartz 9th, John Mitchell 14th. Nearest to the pins: Barry Schwartz 4th and 9th, Roen Cameron 12th.

Results of Thursday’s competition will be in next weeks edition.

Shooting Mallala gun club

Results from Thursday January 26.

20 target continental: AA; L Higgins 50/51, 2nd A Tapscott 33/34. A & O/All; G Tapscott 51/51, 2nd J Gilbert 21/22.

B; S Byrnes 43/44, 2nd A May 42/44. C; J Boland 24/25, 2nd W Webbe 23/25.

50 target point score: AA; L Higgins161/165, 2nd G Gilbert 160/165. A; B Cottell 144/150, 2nd R Damin 143/150.

B J Algar 142/150, 2nd A May 138/150.

C; J Tapscott 134/150, 2nd D Brakoviskis 122/150.

25 target handicap Australia Day Medals: 1st G Hopgood 25/25, 2nd G Gilbert 40/41, 3rd B Duncan 39/41.

Best A grade shooter, R Damin 162/170. Australian Day Shield, Mallala Squad 137/150 J Gilbert, B Dempster, G Hopgood, T O’Connor, B Zanker. Next shoot Sunday February 12, 2012.

Division One Wooroora Men PICTURES: LISA REDPATH

n Brian Smith, Mallala sends one down on Saturday, watched by Sam Dunstan and Bev Roney, also Mallala.

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Death

T H O M P S O N - Ly a l l Clarence. 26/12/1925 to 28/01/2012.

Dearly loved and loving husband of Barbara.

Dearly loved Dad of Ann & John, Jenny & Phillip (dec).

Dearly loved & cherished Grandpa & GPa of Brett, Ashleigh & Chloe; Jacqui, Tod, Cooper & Imogen; Kirsty, Ashleigh, Tayla & Dylan; Sascha, Chris (dec), Nicola & Lily; Tammy and Samantha.

Sleeping peacefully in God’s Loving Care.

Dearly loved and loving husband of Barbara for 62 years. Beautiful memories are all I have left, of the one I love and will never forget.

Dearly loved Dad of Ann and John, always ready and happy to do any jobs that we asked of him and willing to give any advice that we asked for. We will never forget him. Dearly loved Grandpa of Jacqui and Tod and GPa of Cooper and Imogen. Dearly loved Grandpa of Brett and Ashleigh and GPa of Chloe. Will always think of him and remember many happy family gatherings.

Dearly loved and cherished Dad of Jenny and Phillip (dec). Your words of wisdom and advice, love and support over all the years will always be cherished. Treasured memories of happy family times. Always in my heart.

Grandpa, or GPa as the kids called you. We will always remember the family holidays to Victor Harbour and your barbecues you would cook on your wood BBQ. Delicious! Who’s going to give us the gardening tips now? The memories we will treasure forever. Love Kirsty, Ashleigh, Tayla and Dylan.

GPa you were always doing something, whether it be gardening, making us things, or fixing things for us. Nicola has started a vegie patch now, it’s not up to your standard yet, but we’re working on it.

Nic and Lil loved doing drawings for you to stick on your wall, and loved having cuddles with you.

We will miss you and we’ll keep an eye on GMa for you. Love Sascha, Nicola and Lily and Chris (dec).

Dear Grandpa, treasured memories of holidays at Victor Harbour playing May I and riding the motorbike on the block will never be forgotten.

You are now at peace.

Love Tam.

Grandpa, you’ll always be the silly ol’ bugger who I kicked in the shins at Victor. Rest in peace now, we’ll look after Grandma.

Sam xxx Barbara and family would like to thank the staff at Mill Court Homes, Balaklava for their loving care of Lyall for the past 4 years.

THOMPSON - Family and friends of the late MR LYALL CLARENCE THOMPSON are respectfully advised that his Funeral Service will be conducted in Balaklava Uniting Church, Wednesday, February 1 at 11am. At the conclusion of the service the cortege will proceed to the Balaklava cemetery. In lieu of floral tributes a donation to Mill Court Aged Homes would be appreciated.

Durdin Funeral Directors Balaklava AFDA Phone: 8862 2101

Death

ZWECK (PLUECKHAHN) Ruth Margaret. Late of Halbury, Hart and Clare.

Passed away peacefully on January 27, aged 89 years. Beloved wife of Murray (deceased). Much loved mother of David, Robert, Andrew and Peter and mother in law of Karen, Pam, Mary and Jarna.

Much loved Nanny of Josh, Mark and Jeanine, Michael and Lucie, Matthew and Sarah, Zoe, and great Nanny to Charlie. Also, dearly loved sister of Ron and Gordon Plueckhahn and Gertrude Semmler (deceased). Special thanks to the staff at Hope Valley Lutheran Homes. Forever in our hearts and now in God’s loving care.

Zweck - the funeral of the late Ruth Margaret ZWECK will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1215 Grand Junction Road, Hope Valley on Monday February 6, 2012 with a Service commencing at 10am. Internment will be at Angle Grove Lutheran Cemetery, Brinkworth at 3pm, with afternoon tea provided later at the Brinkworth Lutheran Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Lutheran World Service for people in Third World countries would be appreciated. Envelopes available at the Church.

Coming Events An inter-denominational Christian event

A place for young adults (early 20s - late 30s) to hang out in good company, meet new friends & enjoy a delicious meal

Fri Feb 10

7pm Uniting Church Hall, Edith Terrace, Balaklava • Cost $15 • Please BYO nibbles & non-alcoholic drinks RSVP essential for catering

by February 3 to edenbalaklava@gmail.com or Caroline 0429 621 834

For rent

Newly renovated 3 bedrooms, freshly painted, low maintenance garden, close to shops and schools, off street parking, $240 per week, no pets.

Phone 0439 828 234.

Birth

It’s a Boy - Jones (nee Jenkin). Brad and Alison are delighted to announce the safe arrival of Lucas William born January 16, 2012. A little brother for Mitchell. A huge thank you to all the doctors and staff at the Clare Hospital.

Jaeschke (nee McArdle).

Gr a n t & M e g a n a r e delighted to announce the safe arrival of their precious baby girl Ruby Jane. January 22, 2012, 6lb 10oz. A special thank you to Dr Stephen Lane and the wonderful midwives at Ashford Hospital.

Engagement

WILSON - HARDIE. Eva and David Wilson of Owen together with Anthea and John Forrest of Mallala and Michael and Karla Hardie of Mandurah W.A. are pleased to announce the engagement of Stacey & Bradley on January 18, 2012 while away in Fiji.

Best wishes from all the families.

Hummocks Netball Club

General Meeting Monday February 13

7.30pm at the Pt Wakefield Clubrooms • Positions including coaches to be filled, HNC Constitution to be reviewed All apologies to Bonnie Nicholls 0429 662 273

Balaklava

Drama Club

Term 1 2012 Program: • Grammar Wars • Creative Reading • Special FX Makeup

Starting Tuesday February 14, 2012

at Horizon Christian School Drama Suite: Balaklava 1 hour lessons held once a week for 8 weeks. Tuesday afternoon 3:30 to 4:30pm. For school aged students 10 years and above. $9 per lesson.

Contact Kelly Bickle (Drama Instructor) for more information: 8862 1096 / 0438 551 138

Season 2012

Friday Feb 3

• Day Meeting • Pacers Dash 900 meters

PAPER DRIVE 2pm - Blyth

Saturday Feb 4 8.30am - Balaklava, Owen, Mallala & Pt Wakefield

• Neat tied bundles but magazines & flyers separate if possible • No cardboard

THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUING SUPPORT

★

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

• Monte Carlo (PG) ★ ★ ★ Comedy/Romance

- Fri Feb 3, 8pm • Crazy, Stupid Love (M) ★ ★ ★ ★ Steve Carell, Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone

- Sat Feb 4, 8pm

- Fri Feb 10, 8pm • Footloose (M) ★ ★ ★ Teen Drama/Dance

- Sat Feb 11, 8pm

- Sat Feb 18, 8pm • My Afternoons With Margueritte (M) ★ ★ ★ Gerard Depardieu

- Tues Feb 14, 1.30pm

Tickets: • Concession/Student $8 • Adults $10 • Child $5 • Family tickets $25 (2 + 2) extra child $2.50

Clare Valley Film Festival Mar 29-31, 2012 www.clarevalleyfilmfestival.com BOOKINGS 8844 5175 - (between 2pm - 5pm)

Thank you

What Goes Round, Comes Round Rae and Bain Corston would like to thank the fellows from the Mallala & Two Wells CFS who drove up late Friday night, January 27 to Renmark to help their mates Tim & Julie Jenkin (ex Mallala CFS Captain) to help clean up their River Bend Caravan Park after a mini cyclone came in off the river into the park damaging vans and cabins and destroying trees.

DEFENCE PROOF & EXPERIMENTAL ESTABLISHMENT PORT WAKEFIELD: LIVE FIRING RANGE WARNING NOTICE Test and evaluation activities involving static firings and/or firings of naval and artillery weapons are conducted at the Proof and Experimental Establishment Port Wakefield throughout the year. The Proof and Experimental Establishment Port Wakefield is a vital Defence test and evaluation capability that has supported Defence since 1929.

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

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

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

Specific test and evaluation activities may also require restricting public access to the Port Wakefield Defence Practice Areas over specific periods with these areas articulated in the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. GN 40, 7 October 1992, 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.

KAPUNDA HARNESS RACING CLUB

BALAKLAVA LUTHERAN YOUTH

★ Blyth Cinema ★

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Coming Events

Sunday’s

February 12

February 26

• Twilight • Sky/Tab • “Tiles for Life” - Kapunda Pacing Cup, Trotters Marathon

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Situations Vacant

March 18

65th Birthday Meeting • Day Meeting • “Tiles for Life” - Kapunda Trotters Cup, Pacer’s Dash Check: www.kapundharnessracing.com or www.harness.org.au/fields

Expressions of interest

CSE Level 4

2 Positions Available (Diploma) Ranging from 15 – 38 hours per week.

Permanent rostered shifts. Applications including 2 referees in writing to

Manager of Childcare Services

15 Scotland Street

Balaklava, 5461

or Email child.care@balaklavacc.sa.edu.au Applications close 24/02/2012

Balaklava & Districts Lions Club

Friends of Balaklava Hospital & Ira Parker Nursing Home •Call for expressions of interest • Will you volunteer to help maintain the garden area and general appearance of the hospital and Ira Parker Home?

• Residents from all towns welcome, we all need our hospital • Under the guidance of Balaklava Lions, there is a need for gardening, weeding, mowing, watering etc and occasional working bees or just help out on the day with morning tea and enjoy the fellowship

Contact Kossie 8862 2067

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AUSSIE BY DESIGN CARAVANS AT PORT WAKEFIELD REQUIRE

ALUMINIUM WELDER FABRICATOR

Great job, great place, have a sea change - you’ll love it. Ph 88671223

GENERAL ALL ROUNDER

Timber work, Welding - Someone with good knowledge. Ph 88671223

DETAILER/CLEANER

Someone who has pride in their work, to detail and clean Caravans Ph 88671223

CARAVAN BUILDER

You must be in the know on all work carried out. A great opportunity & change for you. Ph 88671223

SEWER/UPHOLSTERER

To build Annexes, Make blinds, Shades, some Upholstery required. We need the best. Ph 88671223

NO TIME WASTERS & IMMEDIATE START Highway 1, Port Wakefield SA 5550 Forward resumes to info@humpbacksmartvans.com.au

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Farm Hand

Phone: Ian 0430 238 603

Employment Vacancy

Firewood - Beat the price rise. Get in early before winter. Top quality split red gum. Discount for bulk loads. 1 tonne $270, 1/2 tonne $135. Delivery charges may apply. All loads weighted. Phone 0412 887 040.

Responsible, flexible and honest persons of any age (mature age persons welcome to apply) to work in a roadhouse.

Hyperlite wake board, ex demo, with Spin boots and bindings, $200 o.n.o.

Phone 0438 041 491.

No experience necessary as the successful applicant will undergo a training program.

The hours of employment will vary and will include weekends, however the roster may cater for an alternate weekend off.

Scorpion pure sine wave 1000 W 240v 50hz 12v DC generator, $200. Phone 0418 824 993.

Small square bales oaten hay $4. Proceeds to Skate Park. Phone 8862 1151.

Trailers - All new 7x4 $1,200. All new 8x5 $1,500. Phone 0438 807 864 Wallaroo.

Public Notice

Balaklava Basketball Club Xmas Raffle 1st P.Barr, 2nd L.Williams, 3rd M.Wildman, 4th R.Veitch, thank you to all sponsors.

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

Wednesday 10am - 5pm; Saturday 10am - 1pm or by appointment. Phone 0428 890 107.

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

Sharemarket workshop every Wednesday night, 6pm. Learn to create never ending income. Ph 8862 1442.

Lost

Lost - female German Shepherd Cross, 8 months old, Wattle Ridge Estate area, black & brown markings, black muzzle, tan socks. Missing since Friday, if found phone 0413 010 033. Please help this dog find her way home.

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.

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Job description includes: • Serving of customers • Cleaning • Console operations • Cooking (after training) • Stock control

For full details of the job description – to be discussed at interview.

Please ring Eddy on 0400 424 125 / 8867 1104 between 9am and 4pm Monday to Friday.

Employment Vacancy

Truck Required Truck Driver Driver Required Saddleworth SA 5413 5413 Saddleworth SA

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Responsible, flexible and honest persons of any age (mature age persons welcome to apply) to work in a roadhouse.

For full details of the job description – to be discussed at interview.

Please ring Eddy on 0400 424 125 / 8867 1104 between 9am and 4pm Monday to Friday.

Brick Layers & Stone Masons

Specialising in…

All • All brickwork Are • Stone work as • Salt damp Contact

Kelvin 0407 976 709 David 0408 845 597

Pearl Dental SA Denture Clinic

Located at Gawler Female Prosthetist

For all your Denture needs: • New Acrylic or Chrome Dentures (Full or Partials) • Repairs or Relines • Mouthguards • Deal direct with the Dental Laboratory and SAVE!!!

Ring now for an appointment

Ph: 8523 4877

or Mob: 0412 211 236

Tender No. 8/12 – Port Wakefield Primary School (640 sqm) and Port Wakefield Kindergarten (87 sqm) – (DECS021961) Mandatory Inspection for this site will be held between 6 February 2012 and 10 February 2012.

Request for Tender document is available for download at: www.tenders.sa.gov.au using the respective code for this site, with inspection date and time provided on the front page.

Enquiries to either: Terry Fantis (08) 8226 2499 Sheryl Atkinson (08) 8226 2474 Stephanie Obst (08) 8226 6309 EDTREM012151

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We will beat any genuine written quote by 10%

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Termites & all pests managed Kapunda, Tarlee, Owen Mallala, Two Wells, Dublin & Right Across the Lower North

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Balaklava

Specialising in all your: ✸ Indoor/Outdoor Blinds ✸ ZipTrak Blinds ✸ Awnings & Roller Shutters ✸ We also repair roller shutters Call Luke

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$150,000

RLA 223600 • Immaculately presented • 2 bedrooms with ceiling fans • Polished floorboards • Walking distance to main street • Freshly painted Kelly Leach 0417 146 451 • Approx 767 Sqm

RLA 173455

MID NORTH

CLEANING Tenders are invited by the Department for Education and Child Development for cleaning services at the following site, sqm areas being approximate only.

12 Kennett St South, Kadina

Real Estate

Positions Available

Job description includes: • Cleaning • Stock Receival • Shop Fill No experience necessary as the successful applicant will undergo a training program.

The hours of employment will vary and will include weekends, however the roster may cater for an alternate weekend off.

If you answered yes to either of these call Michael now on 8821 3373

• •For interstate Forlocal local and and occasional occasional interstate Tipper work with late model Tipper work with late model Freightliner Class.

Freightliner Century Century Class.

• •Minimum Minimum HC HC Licence.

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Address applicationsto: to: Addressyour your written written applications Manager Trading Division Division Manager Grain Grain Trading AW & Co., Co., AW Vater Vater & Marrabel SA 5413 5413 Marrabel Road Road SA Saddleworth Saddleworth Email Email:: kim.vater@vater.com.au kim.vater@vater.com.au Fax: 4068 Fax: (08) (08) 8847 8847 4068 1300602AG26/1

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

Positions Available

• Tarpaulins need repair • Farm vehicles seats need repairing

• For local and occasional • For • For locallocal interstate and and occasional occasional interstate interstate Tipper work withTipper lateTipper model workwork withwith late late model model

To Make Caravan Annexes. Time to make the change. Be your own boss, meet great people and work for a great place.

PRE-SEEDING CHECKLIST

Truck Driver Truck Truck Required Driver Driver Required Required

Sewer Wanted

A Full Time position exists for an enthusiastic person near Watervale in the Clare Valley.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Sound knowledge of all sheep husbandry

• General farm maintenance We are seeking a person who is:

• Reliable and enthusiastic all-rounder

• Can carry out day to day duties responsibly

• Able to work unsupervised Car licence is essential with a motorbike licence an advantage.

Apply with details of experience and recent contactable referees

by February 9 to:

The Manager - Hughes Park

PO Box 28, Watervale SA 5452

Phone: 8843 0051

Fax: 8843 0124

Email: aduncan@activ8.net.au

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AUSSIE BY DESIGN CARAVANS AT PORT WAKEFIELD REQUIRE

Chooks young Isa brown layer hens ready to go, Mallala. Phone 8527 2343.

Magna executive V6, 1993, white, auto, tow bar, air conditioning, service regularly, good condition, with good tyres. Selling due to illness, $1,500, reg no. VKY 659. Phone 0432 086 169.

Trades & Service Directory

Builder Lic: BLD 198762

2005 Hyundai Getz 5 speed manual two door hatch.

One owner, full service history. Registration until May 2012, reg XHB 096.

124,000km. Excellent condition. Lots of features. $7,790 ono. 0427 999 011.

Situations Vacant

Health Comm. Lic. No. 12

1998 Winnebago Isuzu 250, auto, diesel, five berth, with all extras includes TV. Declining heath reason for sale. $55,000 includes GST. Contact Marty 0439 848 491.

PHONE: 8862 1977 EMAIL: sales@plainsproducer.com.au FAX: 8862 1997

Situations Vacant

For Sale

14 foot Windsor family caravan. New reverse cycle air conditioning, near new full annexe, electric breaks, good condition, $5,500, reg no. YEN 552. Phone 0407 329 547.

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Pt Parham

$227,500

17 Driscoll Terrace Open Sunday 1.45 – 2.30 PM

Immac. T.f.holiday home inc. good quality clean furniture, 3 spacious brs. Open plan living/dine, galley style kitchen, bathroom with shower & toilet, storeroom, rear pergola,shed rain water and mains water, fully fenced 800 sq metre allot.

Pt Parham

$249,950

5 Richardson Street Open Sunday 1.00 – 1.45 PM

Solid brick home , 3 brs, kitchen/dine, living room, bathroom , laundry with second shower, toilet, 2 double length carports, gazebo, shed, all furniture included. A great holiday or permanent home.

Raine & Horne - Two Wells

Phone 8520 3111 Mobile: Neil Bowden 0407 396 840

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Real Estate

Trades & Service Directory

Balaklava

Chiropractor Dr Daryl R Brown 22a Gwy Terrace, Balaklava

$269,000

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

For appointments phone

8853 2088

3Balaklava 3Mallala 3Two Wells

BALAKLAVA

NEW PRICE $225,000

PINERY

• 3 bedroom double brick family home • Stunning renovated kitchen/dine, lounge with period glass doors • Rear sun room, low maintenance garden & rainwater plumbed to house • 2 garages & corner block

367.06ha – 907ac

F: facebook/physioprime W: physioprime.com.au

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Darren 0419 842 228 To Be Offered In 2 Lots

Lower Light

Lot 1: “Home” - 231.9ha (573ac), mains water, 3 main paddocks, substantial 3 bedroom stone homestead, 3 stand shearing shed, fully enclosed 18m x 36m x 7m implement/bulk storage shed.

Lot 2: “Dump & Herb Birds” - 135.16ha (334ac), mains water, 3 main paddocks.

Terms: 10% deposit, balance at settlement 5/4/12

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BALAKLAVA Make an offer • Zank’s Place is a modern, upbeat eatery • Welcoming interior invites diners in, to sit down to a relaxing meal • Currently trading 5 days a wk, gives scope to increase income • To be sold on a walk in walk out basis with plant & equipment included.

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Phone Roger: 0428 419 133

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PT WAKEFIELD $259,000 • 4 big dble bedrms, lounge & kitchen/dine • Polished timber floorboards, high ceilings, evap a/c • Tiled 2nd living or bar room, storage closet & 2 bthrms.

• Fenced with carport, gable bbq area, storage shed & low maintenance gdn.

SNOWTOWN - NEW $95,000 • Character freestone 3 bed home • Open plan living • Great outdoor living area • Corner allotment & affordable living

Let us manage your rental property. Phone Robyn McInnis – 88421154

RLA: 65389

LANDMARK REDDEN RIVERTON (08) 8847 2209

BALAKLAVA $177,000 • 3 bedroom well presented home • BIR, open plan kitchen/dine/family • All weather entertainment area • Established garden with good shedding • Well tenanted – suit investor

RENTAL PROPERTIES

AUCTION Friday 9th March 2012 at 2pm (unless sold prior) in the Pinery Hall Steve Redden 0408 836 914 Leo Redden 0408 806 021

BALAKLAVA $385,000 • Modern home with all the mod cons • 4 beds, BIR & Ensuite • Open plan kitchen/dine, granite benches & loads of cupboards • Central lounge with BI’s in study • Outdoor kitchen, pergola & water feature

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Balaklava

$289,950

17 Roberts Avenue

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

Balaklava $162,000 21 Humphrey Street

Affordable 2 bedroom cottage in an excellent position

• Character stone cottage • Functional kitchen • Car garage • Combined bathroom and laundry • Bonus storage room or compact office

Balaklava

$215,000

12 Baker Street

Great location and ready to go

• 4 Bedrooms • Stone Home • Quiet location • Large Kitchen • Large Lounge • Ducted A/C • Recently retiled bathroom & laundry • Recently painted inside

Balaklava $199,000 38 Humphrey Street

3 bedroom stone cottage in an excellent position

• 3 Double bedrooms • Very functional kitchen • Large lounge • Fully renovated bathroom • Ducted air conditioning • Double carport

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RLA : 230661

Consulting Fridays 9am to 1pm at Balaklava Ambulance Station

Balaklava

2 Virgo Terrace

$219,000

Character & Location

• 3 Bedrooms • Large Lounge • Close to schools • Semi Modern Kitchen • Workshop • Established gardens • Semi Automatic watering system

Balaklava

$169,900

Unit 7, 1 Charles Street

Low maintenance 2 bedroom unit

• Low maintenance • Secure property • Roomy lounge • Landscaped gardens

• Semi modern kitchen • Good size bedrooms • Ideally located

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

Vacant Land

Wattle Ridge Estate Stage 2

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

Pt Wakefield $285,000

Balaklava $189,000 12 Higham Ave

Superbly renovated & set on 1021m2

Affordable home & it’s brand new never lived in

21 Company Street

• Stone home • Huge block • New Kitchen • Luxurious spa bath • Updated bathroom • Three bedroom • Shed

• New kitchen • 2 great sized double bedrooms • Surprisingly large bathroom • Easy care garden • Carport • Separate car garage

Balaklava $230,000 29 Walsh Street

Balaklava 9 Harris Street

3 Bedroom Double Brick Home

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

• 3 Bedrooms • Large dine in kitchen • Reverse cycle air conditioner • Roomy laundry • Roller shutter main bedroom • Pergola

$235,000

• Centrally located • Huge private block • Timber cupboards & slate floor in kitchen • Huge double lounge • Double garage

RLA 150 881

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other reports: P20-24

Wooroora Men’s bowls

Finals hopes still alive for Mallala TROPHY donor, Colin Bennett, presents the shield to Lower North president, Peter Buckley.

Lower North Past Presidents regain Col Bennett trophy

n THE Col Bennett Trophy is safely in the hands of the Lower North Branch of the Bowls Past Presidents Association of SA, after defeating the Yorke Peninsula Branch by 21 shots at Balaklava on Monday.

The annual event attracted about 100 bowlers from both regions, with past presidents pulling the bowling gear out of retirement to come out and play. n Read John Tayler’s report - page 21

n MALLALA upset Owen on Saturday, returning home with a 34-shot win. If they can keep up their current form, they will still hold a chance of making it into the WMBA finals. n Roger Work is pictured above lining up for Mallala during the Division One match, while Owen’s Ian Freebairn, Gavin Marshman and Geoff Harkness look on.

OWEN Chapman, representing Balaklava president, Alan Chivell, directs his teammate.

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