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Les Pearson reports:

MILITARY equipment fan Colin Jones appears to be ready to ward off all invaders in this army tank he built. But there’s a twist to the story behind this Lisa Redpath picture! n REPORT, Page 4

HAY exporter Gilmac has announced a multi-million dollar expansion of its Balaklava operations, effectively doubling its annual hay production and storage facilities. The expansion includes the addition of a second hay press, which presses hay into bales ready for export, upgrading annual production from 55,000 to 110,000 tonnes per year. The new press will be installed next to the current press, which operates continuously all year. Two new sheds will also be built, raising storage space from 25,000 to 40,000 tonnes. The expansion accommodates six more permanent jobs in the district, with a few more casual positions also set to open up. Gilmac general manager, Mark Heaslip, said the company has been extremely satisfied with its operations in the state. “Gilmac has been very happy with South Australia over the last 10 or so years and we’ve always been pushing to get more hay grown in the area,” he said. “Now we’ve decided to invest

GILMAC manager Mark Heaslip at the Balaklava facility.

in SA and Balaklava and we would like to see the growers do the same and increase their tonnage. “We’re very happy with the way the market is going at the moment and we believe there is a lot more room to supply extra hay to Japan and Asia.” The major challenge facing the company is securing enough hay for the second press and the doubled production demands. Mr Heaslip was fairly sure

the company’s reputation and recent dealings with local growers would encourage them to help fill that void. “I’m reasonably confident,” he said. “We’ve asked our traditional growers if they can increase their hectares and we will be advertising to see if we can get some new growers to supply hay to us. n Continued Page 2

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Abalone trafficking: Virginia man guilty A VIRGINIA man was found to be at the centre of PIRSA Fisheries and Aquaculture’s largest abalone trafficking case in the department’s history. Ringleader, Van Tai Huynh, was one of three men and one woman convicted for the sale and trafficking of more than 480 kilograms of abalone meat, with a street value of about $480,000. The defendants were convicted in the Elizabeth Magistrates Court for offences related to the trafficking of more than 3300 abalone, which are classified as a priority species and as such, are considered high value and subject to specific trafficking offences and higher penalties than other species. Mr Huynh pleaded guilty to five counts of illegally trafficking in a commercial quantity of abalone and was convicted and sentenced to 16 months imprisonment with a non-parole period of nine months, wholly suspended upon him entering a three-year good behaviour bond. The other three offenders from the northern suburbs, received suspended sentences, community service orders

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and were also fined. Three other accused suspects are yet to face court. PIRSA Fisheries operations director, Peter Dietman, said the convictions send a strong warning to those who seek to profit illegally on the black market. “The commercial fishery is tightly managed through a quota system and recreational fishers are limited to daily bag, boat and size limits to ensure fish stocks into the future,” he said. “While it’s difficult to measure the size of the black market for abalone in South Australia, current estimates suggest that as many as 30 to 40 tonnes of whole abalone are taken illegally each year, worth in excess of $2 million.”

Two Wells murder charge HOLDEN Hill Detectives investigating the murder of Edward Joseph Camilleri arrested a 20-year-old man from Greenwith last Thursday and charged him with murder in connection with the death of Mr Camilleri. He is the second person to be charged. Mr Camilleri’s body was located at Two Wells on Wednesday, August 31.

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•From Page 1 “We had our growers day last Friday and we had very good reports back in regards to what we’re doing. “Gilmac has a very good name in the industry. “We pay on time and make full payment on the 15th day of the month after delivery. “We offer very good dollars per tonne, so we’re very confident we have the capacity to go forward and increase production this season.” Growers are still counting the blessings from a profitable season. “We announced our top-up payments to growers about two weeks ago, which they will receive in June this year and they were all fairly happy with the prices that we have brought out,” Mr Heaslip said. The contracted price was topped up by $40 to $60 per tonne across all grades. Mr Heaslip hoped construction of the new plant would be complete ahead of the 2012/2013 season. “We’re aiming for November 1 for the new season,” he said. “If we start now, we should be hopefully all done before the end of the year.”

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SYNGAS’ Port Clinton coal project on Yorke Peninsula has been put on the backburner while the company diverts its focus to current projects generating cashflow in the nation’s eastern states. Syngas managing director, Merrill Gray, said the company still has an interest in the project, which was projected to create about 300 jobs. “We have stated we will, and we are certainly continuing in terms of ‘on the ground’ activities, progress the Clinton Project and other projects in South Australia to the extent we can. “So no, one cannot sum up by saying the Clinton Project has been canned completely.” The company revealed other projects were being

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progressed ahead of Port Clinton back in August last year. “There remains a project at Clinton,” Ms Gray clarified. “We do, however, have to be highly focussed within the current capital markets and remain strictly commercial in all project development decision making. “For us this means focussing on potentially shorter timeframe to cashflow and lower capital expenditure options. “Clinton will remain within our portfolio.” The project at Port Clinton needs additional long-term investment. “The project requires further engineering to optimise how best to address the high salt issue,” Ms Gray said.

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NEWS v Balaklava

Abattoir explains: ‘No great changes planned’ Les Pearson reports: BALAKLAVA abattoir, South Ozzy Meats, believes some residents may have been misled by information in a public notice stating its operations will be increasing from processing 45 animals per week, to 600. Business director, Julie Farouk, claims the figures published under the Nature of Development section in the Wakefield Regional Council (WRC) public notice regarding South Ozzy Meats’ development application, printed in the Plains Producer on February 22, were “slightly inaccurate.” Mrs Farouk, who purchased the property in 2007, said some residents may have been alarmed at what appeared to be a large spike in production but in reality, the business had processed between 400 to 700 animals per week since taking over about five years ago. “We have done that many from the beginning,” she explained. “We believe we have been misrepresented. “We just want to continue on doing what we have been doing from 2007 and 2008, so we believe the numbers put in the advertisement were incorrect. “It has caused panic and fear in the Balaklava community – especially nearby residents. “We have never only processed 45 animals per week.” WRC building development officer, Dustin Guthberg, said the figures (in the advertisement on February 22) were based on the most recent data available, dating back to the mid-1950s. “The 45 animals is the average the existing abattoir processed, based on returns to PIRSA from 1956 to when the site was sold to

Bailey Adams and business director, Andy Penney, proudly show their morning’s work at the abattoir. the current owner,” he said. The development application is being processed. “Council is processing the application in accordance with the Development Act and in doing so has undertaken public notification, which ended close of business on March 7,” Mr Guthberg said. “The applicant will have an opportunity to respond to any representations received. “In due course the application will be assessed and determined

by council’s Development Assessment Panel. “The date for the CDAP meeting is yet to be set.” Submissions both for and against the development application have been sent to council. Mrs Farouk said there were no great changes planned to South Ozzy Meats’ current operations, with the development application lodged because council had no records or plans on file for the property.

“The development application was lodged so council had some form of record for the property,” she said. “There was no plan or anything for this property. “It wasn’t because we wanted to do anything different. We want transparency. We don’t want people speculating.” Mrs Farouk also clarified the work hours listed in the development application. “It sounds like we would be working 12 hours a day, from 7am to 7pm,” she said. “Those hours are just a guide, we could be processing for six hours between those times.” Efforts are made to manage stock to be on-site for a minimal amount of time. “We have arrangements with local farmers to keep animals on their properties until they are ready for processing,” Mrs Farouk said. “We have a well-planned and staggered processing schedule.” As for the group of residents airing concerns about the development application, Mrs Farouk believed most people living in close proximity to the abattoir were in support of the business. “We’ve had overwhelming support from nearby neighbours, other residents and businesses of Balaklava,” she said. “We believe only a minority are opposing this development application. “We have gone to the streets and visited neighbours through a door knock and received strong support. “A majority said they had no issues or any been affected in the past or at present.” South Ozzy Meats presently employs five locals, including three young employees studying Certificate III or IV in Meat Processing

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(Meat Safety) through TAFE. Mrs Farouk said the business also utilises as many local services as possible, including engineers, electrical contractors, fuel suppliers, supermarkets, both banks, amongst many others. “We are creating economy and employment opportunities in Balaklava and surrounding districts,” she said. South Ozzy Meats also buys some livestock from local farmers, processes animals for local farmers and purchases local hay. Recent improvements to the site include a $20,000 fence to prevent stock escaping and paving around the slaughterhouse to reduce dust. “Anyone is welcome to visit the site,” Mrs Farouk said. “We have an open door policy. “Two nearby residents also have access to the site 24/7. We have nothing to hide. “We want to listen to people, if they have issues, we try and address them straight away.”

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Mad March is well and truly here, with all summer sports nearing the finals end of the season. And lots of other events are being squeezed in now before the frantic footy season starts. But take time to enjoy this nice Autumn weather and go for a walk or bike ride and, as my kids say, “just chillax”. Balaklava

Seniors on the go we circulate in: Auburn, Balaklava, Blyth, Brinkworth, Bute, Clare, Dublin, Gawler, Hamley Bridge, Kapunda, Lochiel, Lower Light, Mallala, Manoora, Owen, Pt. Wakefield, Riverton, Rhynie, Roseworthy, Saddleworth, Snowtown, Stockport, Tarlee, Two Wells, Virginia, Wasleys, Watervale, Windsor.

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Speaking of Mad March, the Senior Citizens Club is also anticipating a busy month. The group made a trip to Blyth yesterday (Tuesday) for the first carpet bowls match for 2012. The next meeting is on March 23. Then on March 30, the alarms will be set to be up and on the bus at 9am for a trip to the Yorke Peninsula. The trip will include a visit to an alpaca farm at Port Giles, followed by lunch at the Stansbury Hotel. Phone Joan Farley for details 8862 1883. Port Wakefield

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The Community Newsletter received a grant to conduct “Telstra Connected Seniors” mobile phone and internet workshops. Port Wakefield seniors will now be seen texting, tweeting, blogging and emailing on their techno devices. They’re even updating their ringtones from Frank Sinatra to Jay-Z. • The Proof Range is having a team

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We’ve all heard of homing pigeons, but what about homing chooks? A Hamley pharmacy assistant and her husband were seen searching for Roast, their pet chook, who had somehow escaped from an escape proof enclosure. During the night, the chook searchers heard a- knocking-at the door. Lo and behold, it was building activity with a golf day at Balaklava Golf Club on March 30. Everyone is participating in some way - as a player, caddy or spectator. They’ll all be looking to emulate gun golfer, the very relaxed Wayne Nagle, who will be displaying his great golfing talents that day. Owen The Men’s Breakfast is on March 17 at 7-30am at the bowling club. Guest speaker Leon Broster will be sharing his knowledge of the Darling/ Murray River basin.

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Roast, complete with puncture wound on her back. It appears she had been picked up by a hawk, taken up and over the fence, and dropped somewhere. She managed to find her way home safely, much to her owners delight. Everyone is welcome to come along to learn about our vital waterways, and of course to have a great feed! RSVP to Brian Parker or Ian Freebairn. • And they tried to celebrate quietly in February, but happy 50th wedding anniversary to Les and Dawn Hean! Mallala Mallala Museum will receive a visit from the Sporting Car Club on April 22. Locals will get to see a large collection of vintage, veteran and classic cars in the street adjacent to the

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museum. The museum is open every Sunday afternoon 2pm to 4-30pm. Dublin Mark May 20 on your calendar for the opening of the Dublin History Group’s Research Centre. Doors will be open for the first time from 1-4pm at the Institute Hall. Long Plains Music will be heard coming from the Memorial Hall on May 6 from 2-6pm for the Long Plains Dance. There will be a pooled afternoon tea, and a cake and plant stall. So polish up your dancing shoes and get your toes twinkling. Tickets are $7. Contact Allan Parker 0429 389943. Avon Don’t forget “A Taste of Harmony” open day with a shared lunch at the craft hall on March 20. Two Wells

Noel leaves Balco – Popular Balco worker Noel Bubner has left the company to join District Council of Mallala’s waste & recycling management. Balco staff gave him a farewell on a recent Friday, with company director Geoff Spence, the other “thorn amongst roses”, wishing him well. Pictured are (from left) Lyn Tankey, Ainsley Hill, Jenni McBride, Carolyn Scholz, Fran Henderson and Emma-Lee Lomman. School News Corporate Express and Landcare Australia have joined forces to launch Junior Landcare Grants totalling $75000. The grants are available to fund environmental projects in schools, pre-schools and youth groups across the country. Fifteen successful schools and groups will receive a Go Green Grant of up to $5000.

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NEWS v Farming

Another top year, according to those who know South Australia’s grain growers have produced the third largest harvest on record, according to the latest PIRSA Crop and Pasture Report. The final estimates for the season reveal the State’s total crop production is nearly eight million tonnes, which is worth an estimated farm gate value of $1.6 billion.

PIRSA’s Grains Industry Development manager, Dave Lewis, said this figure has been slightly revised upward on the January estimate of 7.76 million tonnes. “Crops have harvested better than expected in some regions of the State, resulting in the upward revision of our estimate,” he said.

“Grain quality varied from region to region. Rain during harvest did result in some grain damage leading to quality issues. “This harvest produced a record area and production of canola. An estimated 436,000 tonnes of canola was harvested, with canola prices holding better than cereals,” he said.

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Roberts pushes for spot on new grain board Les Pearson reports: BALAKLAVA farmer Brett Roberts is one of several South Australian growers nominated to become a director on the board of Grain Producers SA (GPSA). GPSA is a newly formed notfor-profit organisation, seeking to improve the economic outcomes for all grain producers in South Australia. GPSA interim chairman and Mallala grower, John Lush, said there had been an influx of high calibre nominations for chairperson and directors for the board of the organisation. “We have received one nomination for chairperson by Garry Hansen, a grain producer and farmer from Coomandook. I would like to congratulate Garry as the inaugural chairman elect,” Mr Lush said. There have been eight nominations for director, including Mr Roberts. Other nominations include Andrew Cass, Loxton, Max Wilksch, Yeelanna, David Malpas, Lucindale, Jamie Smith, Maitland, Gary Flohr, Lameroo, Mark Schilling, Kadina

BRETT Roberts has nominated for GPSA director’s role and Malcolm Sargent, Crystal Brook. “GPSA is fortunate to have such highly respected and experienced grain growers nominate for the board,” Mr Lush said. There are six positions available on the board of GPSA at the first AGM, three positions of two years and three positions of one year. There will be an election for directors of the board of GPSA before the annual general meeting via email or post, closing 5pm next Wednesday, March 21. The AGM will be held on Friday, March 23 at the Roseworthy College Tavern, starting at 9.30am. Members will also be able

to vote at the AGM and are also able to register to vote up to and including the AGM. The results of the vote will be announced at the meeting. The three nominees with the most number of votes will be elected for two years, the three nominees of the remaining five with the most votes will be elected for one year. Voting forms will be distributed to enrolled voters via email and can be either downloaded from the website or requested via post. Voting forms will be returned to the GPSA office and a returning officer will be appointed to oversee the election.

Local farmers to join GRDC cropping panel

THREE local farmers will be closely involved with identification of local grain production constraints and opportunities after being appointed to the Grains Research and Development Corporation’s (GRDC) Southern Region Cropping Solutions Committees (CSC). The recently created four regional committees now comprise grain growers, advisers, agronomists, consultants and researchers, who have been appointed to provide support and advice to the GRDC’s Southern Regional Panel.

to 6.5 million tonnes. The grains sector is a significant contributor to the State’s economy, generating approximately 4.6 million (33 percent) to Gross Food Revenue and representing 21 percent of SA exports. For more information, visit the PIRSA website www.pirsa.gov.au/ grains/cpr.

Wheat production was well above average and barley also performed near average. Total wheat production was almost 4.5 tonnes, while barley yields were more than 2 million tonnes. The 2010-11 harvest was the largest on record in SA, at 10.34 million tonnes, lifting the 10 year average

GRDC Southern Regional Panel chair, David Shannon, said the committees cover the four principal cropping zones of south eastern Australia – high rainfall, medium rainfall, low rainfall and irrigated. Mark Branson of Stockport, is in the high rainfall zone CSC, while the medium rainfall zone committee includes Matt Dare of Clare and Mick Faulkner from Watervale. “The new committees have been established as part of an effort by GRDC to better identify priority regional issues in each

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of those cropping zones and determine how best to tackle these issues,” Mr Shannon said. Each committee will liaise with the wider grain grower community in their respective production zone through convening meetings with relevant groups. GRDC, through its recently appointed Cropping Solutions Facilitators, will support the work of the committees, which also include members of GRDC’s Southern Regional Panel. The appointments are for a three-year term.

Wheat and barley continue to bolster South Australia’s export commodoties. Minister for Manufacturing, Innovation and Trade,Tom Koutsantonis, claimsSouth Australia’s export performance remains strong going into the New Year, outpacing other Australian states. Analysis of Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) figures show the value of goods exported overseas by South Australia in the 12 months to January 2012 rose 25 per cent year on year to $11.9 billion. “Analysis of the latest ABS data show South Australia’s export growth almost doubled the national growth rate of 13per cent in the 12 months to the end of January this year,” Mr Koutsantonis said. “Strong export growth was recorded in the ASEAN, China and India markets, up 59, 35 and 12.4 per cent respectively during the 12-month period. Exports to Malaysia alone doubled in the 12-month period. “These growth markets helped

to more than offset a decline in exports to the UK and NZ. “China and India now comprise more than a quarter of South Australia’s total export market with East Asia receiving more than half of our exports. “Rural exports and the mining sector both continue to provide substantial support to South Australia’s trade performance,” Mr Koutsantonis says. “These strong performers are helping to channel income into our State’s regional communities.” Export commodities recording year-on-year growth in the 12 months to January 2012 include: • Wheat (up $663 million or 62 per cent); • Other commodities, including bulk barley (up $691 million or 42 per cent); • Copper (up $388 million or 45 per cent; • Metal ores and metal scrap (up $441 million or 26 per cent); and • Lead (up $180 million or 53 per cent).

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NEWS v BLYTH THIS SMALL COMMUNITY CONTINUES TO AMAZE: JANET ZWECK REPORTS:

Once again, Blyth displays its ‘way of life’ Blyth Progress Association (BPA) continues to improve the facilities at Blyth. Over the recent holiday weekend BPA members held a two-day busy bee to erect a fence around Padnaindi reserve as part of the reserve’s redevelopment. Situated on South Terrace, the reserve is a popular stopping point for travellers as well the local children to kick the footy. During the last 18 months “fence co-ordinator” Ian Roberts searched through many farming photos of Blyth dating back to the 1890’s .Ian sourced money and a laser cutter to take the project to the next step. An amount of $11,500 was gained from the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal, with funding also coming from BPA. The community and school children produced three delightful murals to add colour between the fence panels

ABOVE: Barry Spinks, Barry Mugge, Rod Gill, Craig Lloyd and Mark Williams carry another panel to its resting point. ROHAN: Rohan Welke takes instructions from Kerrin Rowan to dig holes for the panel brackets. PICTURES: Janet Zweck

and Craig Lloyd made up the panel brackets. On March 10 and 11 it was all systems go as community members erected the 16 3mm and 5mm steel laser cut panels. Everyone involved was delighted by the outcome. During Sunday morning, two interstate travellers stopped to take photos of the fencing which depicts Blyth’s farming heritage – A Way of Life – A Common Thread. Funds have also been received from Viterra, Blyth Development Board and Blyth Progress Association to install a new Padnaindi shelter shed which was erected in January. A new cement floor and paving will be in place in the very near future. Both of these projects would not have been possible without the generous support of Blyth businesses and community members and the use of their machinery.

All smiles with the final outcome were Barry Mugge, Barry Spinks, Tash Truscott, Ian and Janet Zweck, Shirley Grocke and Ian Roberts.

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NEWS v Two Wells & District

Quality land at Buckland Park

Historic land of Buckland Park along the Gawler River is now on the market and expected to gain significant interest from buyers. The land, on Port Gawler road, is separated into two lots of 73 hectares and 84.2 hectares, and was once visited by the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and Yorke – the future King George V and Queen Mary. Simon McIntyre from Brock Harcourts said the property would most likely be snapped up quickly. “It is a unique block of land and it has already generated quite a bit of interest,” Simon said. The previous owner had used the Helping in the Clean Up Australia Day “emu parade” at Two Wells Primary School were Year 6/7 students, from left, Amber James, Jaime Stringer, Brooke Perrett and Shania Shipton-Burns.

Tidy lesson for all In support of the annual Clean Up Australia Day event, students at Two Wells Primary School pulled on the gloves, picked up the tongs and went

in search of rubbish on Friday March 2. Each class was designated an area around the school to clean up, with the year 6/7s

taking ownership of the nearby reserve. Official Clean Up Australia Day activities were held around the country on March 4.

land to graze cattle since 1994, and the land is currently horticulture zoned. “It would be perfect for someone to use for lifestyle purposes, whether for grazing cattle or even to build a house,” Simon said. Those looking to buy need not worry about the impending Buckland Park development which has been proposed to cater for 32,000 residents. “The land for sale is about 5 kilometres away from the proposed development site,” Simon said. For more information about the land for sale, contact Simon McIntyre from Brock Harcourts on 0407 843 202.

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Melodrama set to be a ‘circus’ Rehearsals for the 2012 Two Wells Melodrama, “The Fabulous Fabrizi’s Circus”, have started, with opening night on Saturday May 12. Local clubs and organisations are invited to nominate as beneficiaries to share in proceeds of the show. For every ticket sold, an amount is set aside for beneficiaries, and this can be allocated to a listed group at the time of ticket purchase. This system is intended to encourage groups to fundraise by selling tickets in their name.

For their part, beneficiaries are asked to provide helpers for catering and staffing the bar. Organisations in the Two Wells area are invited to nominate by writing to TWMG, PO Box 209, Two Wells, 5501 or by sending an email to drama@ twpo.com.au before March 23. Seven performances are planned for this year’s melodrama, including two Sunday matinees. Admission is $35 for evening performances, three course meal included, and $30 for matinees (including two course meal).

Photography ‘clicks’ in library promotions Ieasha Smith, Cheian Perrett and Nikita Stacey all dug in to clean up their school in support of Clean Up Australia Day.

Garage sale at Wells RSL

Valiant few at Brinky’s clean up Morning church services in Brinkworth may have kept some away but it was disappointing, apart from five members of Brinkworth Progress Association, only one family turned out for the annual Clean Up Australia working bee on March 4. Despite extensive publicity through emails, Facebook, the local newsletter, posters on town notice boards and a letter to the Recreation Ground committee, few people took interest in the day.

An unknown person even took down a poster at the recreation ground, a few days after it was put up! The town was fairly clean but hot spots for litter were the town oval (recreation ground) and the streets around Clare Valley Waste depot. On behalf of the Progress Association, co-

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ordinator Anne Green sincerely thanked Robert Marheine, Bianca Craggs and their children, Thomas, Ryan and Alex Marheine (pictured above) for their attendance. “Many hands make light work and it’s encouraging to see some people care.” said Anne.

Two Wells RSL will be holding a St Patrick’s Day garage sale, this Saturday, from 10am. The trash and treasure market will be held at the RSL premises and a range of stalls has been organised, with everything on offer from plants, clothes and jewelry to teddy bears, brica-brac and homemade cakes. A sausage sizzle will be held in conjunction with a Devonshire tea, and stalls are still available costing $10 for an unpowered site and $15 for a powered site. Contact John Allen on 0411894245 or Di Allpike on 0458110946 for further information email twowellsrsl@bigpond.com.

To celebrate and support the National Year of Reading campaign, the District Council of Mallala Library Service, together with other public libraries in the state, is staging a variety of inspirational programs and events. Hoping to keep the spotlight on reading in 2012, the second DCM photographic competition is council’s first activity for the National Year of Reading, and follows on from the success of the inaugural photographic competition held in 2010. The two themes for the 2012 competition are: “Get Caught in the Act of Reading” and “Essentially the Adelaide Plains”. Photo entries could capture individuals, groups (or animals) reading books in “interesting” places, includ-

ing the Adelaide Plains, and beyond. Competition categories include 12 years and under, 12 to 18 years, and open (18 years and over). Prizes for each category will be awarded, including cash prizes for the open category. The competition will be launched next Friday, March 23 at 10.30am at the Two Wells Public Library. All interested community members and budding photographers are welcome to attend. Entry forms and conditions are available at Two Wells Public Library, council offices in Mallala and Two Wells or online at www.mallala. sa.gov.au, or contact the Two Wells Public Library on 8520 2100.

TWRAT’s copy service TWO Wells Regional Action Team (TWRAT) is offering the use of a large photocopier to local sporting or service clubs in Two Wells. The machine was once used in the Visitor Information Centre and is being offered free of charge, or, if there are any businesses interested in obtaining it, a donation to the courthouse restoration fund would be appreciated. The machine may be viewed at the Two Wells Community Craft Shop, next to the Post Office, from Tuesday to Friday 9.30am to 4pm, and on Saturday 9.30am to 1pm.

For further information contact Malcolm Frost on 85202185 or 0407340919. Works depot upgrade Work is well underway on the District Council of Mallala’s new works depot. DCM chief executive officer, Charles Mansueto, said the $2 million project was on track to be completed by June, with clearing and leveling of the site being carried out and preliminary earth and drainage works. The upgrade will provide a more environmentally friendly facility for staff and public. www.plainsproducer.com.au

NEWS v District

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there’s a big wide world out there Hamley Bridge kindergarten kiddies were thrilled to be visited by Kev and Karen Browne who are currently riding around the world on their motor bike. Calling in at Hamley Bridge recently, their visit was a real hit. Kev and Karen, also known as Guzzioverland, left their home in the UK on May 17, 2010 to fullfill their dream of riding around the world. They saved for 10 years to finance the trip and took four years to build their bike. Kindy students enjoyed the visit and are now following their progress via HAMLEY Bridge kindy kids with (from left) Dylan, Mrs Chris Fisher, Kevin, Middle; Karen, their web page, www. Lauren, Alex, Blake, Katie, Giaan, Seth, Aleisha, Front; Charlotte guzzioverland.com.

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Lions help RSL mates

Balaklava RSL and Balaklava Lions again will join forces to present this year’s Anzac Day dawn service on Wednesday, April 25. With RSL membership dwindling, Balaklava Lions have been supporting the Anzac Day service in Balaklava’s Triangle and breakfast at the nearby RSL rooms. Assistance also is given on Remembrance Day, November 11. Balaklava Lions president and RSL vice president, Warren Durdin, also encourages everyone to attend RSL social afternoons. “We hold an afternoon of billiards every Tuesday from 1.30pm to 3.30pm and anyone is welcome to join in,” Warren said. • The RSL AGM will be held on Tuesday March 20. at 2pm.

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NEWS v District

Country hospital fee ‘inequitable’ COUNTRY residents are often charged when fronting to a regional hospital’s emergency department (ED), while those who live in metropolitan areas get the same service for free. Residents who present to the Balaklava Hospital ED, for example, will be charged a standard fee if required to see a doctor, plus a consult fee on top of that, to the doctor’s discretion (see separate story).

Libs say we are singled out by unfair system Les Pearson reports:

It is an inequitable system, according to Shadow Health Minister, Martin Hamilton-Smith, who claimed he could provide a solution to the issue if it was revealed how many accident and emergency presentations there are at each hospital per year and how much people are

charged in total. “What I need from the minister before that can be answered, is what the overall cost is,” Mr Hamilton-Smith said. “I think he needs to tell us how many charges in each hospital and total dollar value. “You can’t propose a solution to this if you don’t know the dollar

amount involved.” While Mr HamiltonSmith was annoyed country people are being “singled out” by the system, he ruled out introducing a charge for metropolitan patients for the same service. Health Minister, John Hill, warned that changing the way GPs and hospitals work together in

Popular exhibtion ‘Off the Wall’

BALAKLAVA’s Courthouse Gallery has been presenting artwork from local residents in its “Off the Wall” exhibition, which continues until Sunday, March 25. The official opening was held last Friday, with a good attendance. The display, using paintings, drawings and photographs from residents of Christopher street, is designed to bring fresh ideas and create community interest. The gallery hopes to run more occasional displays from residents of other streets in Balaklava.

ABOVE: Tammy and Jenny Nicholls admire Leigh Wright’s photographs. BELOW: Gayle Burnett with family heirloom painting from England.

ABC radio personality, Peter Goers, again is expected to be a special guest at the 2012 Adelaide Plains Emu Awards at Balaklava Golf Club next Friday morning, March 23. A breakfast, sponsored by Primo Smallgoods Port Wakefield, SA Grown Virginia and Balaklava Foodland, will be served from 7.30am. Award presentations begin from 8.15am, with proceedings wrapping up about 9am. Cost of the breakfast is $10, payable at the door, with all proceeds going to Balaklava Golf Club.

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care and keeping GPs living and working in country towns.” It is the detail in that very agreement Mr Hamilton-Smith would like to review. “The solution is clearly in that deal,” he said. He contested Mr Hill’s statement the agreement between GPs and the State government has been in place for decades. “In that time there have been numerous negotiations with country doctors,” Mr HamiltonSmith said. “I don’t think it would be correct to say the exact arrangements in place today were there five years ago, 10 years ago or 15 years ago.” Mr Hamilton-Smith demanded Mr Hill release the relevant figures he needed to produce a solution to the issue. “He has that information and he doesn’t want to release it because he knows we would be shocked,” he said. “How many people would be presenting at accident and emergency across country South Australia each year and take into account everyone is being charged, say $60, and there are tens of thousands of them, which there would be. “So, do the maths. “It would add up to a very big amount of money, I would imagine.” With claims some country residents are slugged up to $200 when

Martin Hamilton-Smith presenting to their local ED, Mr Hamilton-Smith said there has to be a better way. “There is nothing wrong with the system from Mr Hill’s point of view but ask the people who are having to pay,” he said. “To me, it’s just an equity issue. I think the fundamental principle has to be one of equity and I struggle to see why any one South Australian family should receive a charge, while another doesn’t for the same service. “It really upsets me that country people would be singled out to pay for a service they could receive in the city, free of charge.” If Mr Hill continued his reluctance to release the information, Mr Hamilton-Smith was happy to do some digging. “It’s my challenge to get it and there are various ways I can get the information,” he said. “I will be on the track as this is an issue I have identified that needs to be addressed before the next election.”

How it works in Balaklava

Trevor and Margaret March with their outback artwork.

Emu awards next week

country towns could lead to family doctors being driven out of business across the state. “A patient who is brought to the ED of any public hospital with an urgent or life-threatening condition or injury will always be admitted without charge,” Mr Hill clarified. “If their condition is less serious, the local GP can be called in to treat the patient and the GP may then charge Medicare for the service and, in some cases, charge the patient with a gap fee above the bulk-billing rate – as if they’d seen the patient in their own practice. “The amount charged for the gap payment is determined by the individual GP, not the hospital and concessions are often available for some clients. “The GPs who agree to be on-call for hospital EDs are paid $135,000 a year by Country Health SA to provide this important service for admitted patients, ensuring vital emergency services to our country regions. “In some of the bigger country towns like Mount Gambier, Whyalla and Port Augusta, there are other arrangements in place with some salaried medical staff available. “The bi-partisan agreement between the health service and private doctors has existed for decades, guaranteeing good emergency medical

THE GPs who attend at Balaklava hospital have a standard fee of $30 if called to a patient presenting at the hospital’s emergency department. Nurses assess the patient and if able, will treat the patient or advise them where applicable, to return when the surgery opens, avoiding calling the doctor and the associated fee. If a doctor is required, the $30 fee is applied and a consult fee is also added, depending on the treatment necessary.

The charges are similar to a regular consult at the medical practice, as far as bulk-billing and private billing, but also with the standard $30 fee applied and payable by all. The $30 fee is applied if a patient is admitted to hospital. However, that is the only charge to any in-patients. Any further costs are met either by the public hospital system, if they sign in as a public patient, or by their private health fund, if a private patient.

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LOCAL v Living

The way We were

YEARS AGO March 2007

• Balaklava grandfather, David Wilson, finished 12th from 144 entrants in the Make A Wish Foundation fun run from Wallaroo to Kainda, also scooping a cash prize for raising the most sponsorship.

YEARS AGO March 2002

• United Football Club canteen veteran, Val Daniel hung up her black and gold apron for the last time, after serving the Tigers for almost 40 years.

The first wireless in town

YEARS AGO March 1992

• Balaklava High School student, Farlie Cribb and horse Rocky, won the Lower Northern Zone one day event, held at the Barossa Lodge.

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capable of picking up Morse code messages over a range of several hundred miles. Ethbert and his friends often listened to coastal shipping as well as the government station at Alberton. They were just beginning to learn Morse code when World War I broke out so, sadly, all amateur stations were ordered to be dismantled and made inoperative. In the early 1930s, Mr. Bernie Rogers, a PMG employee at Balaklava, owned a transmitting set that was able to put him in contact with many overseas countries. Mr. Rogers apparently went on to pursue a career as a

DIAGRAM of a crystal set. radio operator with the shipping industry at Port Adelaide. Former local businessman, Mr Colwyn Bishop, was a keen amateur radio enthusiast and began listening to broadcasts on short and long wave in 1927, using a home-made crystal set. His workshop was full of all sorts of early equipment, ranging from the seemingly clumsy to the relatively modern streamlined models with

very intricate workings. After World War II, Mr. Bishop gained an Amateur Operator’s Certificate of Proficiency, together with his call sign VK5CY. By 1977 he had lodged over 30,000 overseas contacts. Over the years there have, no doubt, been various locals interested in amateur or ‘ham’ radios - I know of a couple who still maintain an active interest.

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Diary& • Mar 17: Balaklava High formal. • Mar 20: Balaklava RSL AGM. • Mar 30: Riverton & District High School presentation ball. • Apr 22, 27 & 28: Mallala Institute production. • Apr 28: Balaklava Golf Club 100 Club. • May 26: Shamus Liptrot Cycle Trail fundraising dinner/entertainment/ auction evening. Balaklava Town Hall. • Aug 18: Balaklava Golf Club Auction Night.

Heritage Highlights

Change and Challenge tells us that early in 1914 an aerial, some 40 feet high, was erected at the residence of the Banyer family in Railway Terrace, Balaklava, adjoining Nurse O’Brien’s hospital. Apparently this structure caused quite a lot of comment – some thought it was an elevated clothes-line, while others thought it was a flag pole. Of course, it was neither. In fact, it was a wireless aerial connected to a set for receiving wireless messages in Morse code. This was Balaklava’s only set licensed by the PMG Department for such a purpose. The set was made up of an aerial, a tuning inductance, variable condenser, crystal detector and a head phone set for the operator. Registered in the name of Ethbert Banyer, the station’s call sign was XVW, and it was

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MICHAEL Buble’s success has Buble no doubt gets plenty bothered me for years. of attention due to his handHow can a guy sing in a style some looks. Times that by five. from more than four decades Each member of the band ago and still be popular? is a handsome young fella in He dominates the airwaves his 20s, they’re snappy dressers for a majority of December with and nothing makes women his Christmas albums. more tingly than a soothing Buble’s jazz genre is domi- love song sung directly at them. Puzzle 14 (Easy, difficulty rating 0.41) Puzzle 15 (Very hard, difficulty rating 0.83) nated by him alone, as if no one Nothing, except maybe jew6 5 7 3 8 1 2 4 9 1 2 9 5 7 3 else out there has any ability4to6 8 ellery, but a love song is much 4 1 3 9 2 6 5 7 8 5 1 2 7 6 3 4 8 9 replicate songs from the 1950s. cheaper than jewellery and you 2 9 8 7 5 4 6 1 3 3 7 9 8 4 5 6 1 2 group, than one girl. 1 Enter 8 6 2British 3 9 doo-wop 4 5 7 1 3 4 can 2 5sing 7 it 8 to 9 more 6 The savvy way 5 3 Overtones. 4 6 7 8 1 The 9 2lads were 6 8 7 4 It’s 9 1the 3 financially 2 5 7 2 9 1a shop 4 5 3in8London 6 2 9 5 of 6 wooing 3 8 7 women. 4 1 painting and 8 7 1 4 6songs 3 9 2during 5 8 4 3 5 Back 1 2 9to6 the 7 practising their album “Good 3 4 5 8 9 2 7 6 1 9 2 6 3 7 4 1 5 8 lunch break and were discov- Ol’ Fashioned Love”, you get 19 9 6 2 5 1 7 8 3 4 7 5 1 9 8 6 2 3 4 ered by a music scout who tracks, which are a mixture of Puzzle 17 (Easy, difficulty rating 0.40) Puzzle 18 (Easy, difficulty rating 0.26) happened to be passing by. covers and cleverly composed 1 6 9 4 3 2 7 5 8 8 7 6 4 3 9 2 1 5 The Overtones are a fiveoriginals. Of the covers, some 8 3 2 7 9 5 6 1 4 1 9 5 6 2 7 8 4 3 piece vocal group and with are misses. 4 5 7 6 1 8 9 3 2 3 4 2 are 8 1hits 5 and 7 6 some 9 their 6 2 album 5 8 4 playing, 9 3 7 1every day 2 3 7 5 The 8 4 boys 6 9 put 1 their own slant 3 9be 1 “Harmony 2 7 6 8 4Day”. 5 5 6 9 on 2 Rhianna’s 7 1 4 3 thumping 8 can club hit 7 What 4 8 1I like 5 3about 2 9 these 6 4 8 1 “Only 3 9 6Girl 5 (In 2 7the World)” with guys 1 6 9 8 7 4 2 3 9 1 4 7 6 8 3 5 2 is5they have the capability of takreasonable success. 9 8 4 3 2 1 5 6 7 7 5 3 1 4 2 9 8 6 ing Buble on at his own game. It adds a cleanliness and in2 7 3 5 6 4 1 8 9 6 2 8 9 5 3 1 7 4 Puzzle 20 (Medium, difficulty rating 0.57)

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nocence to a song notoriously seductive. I’m not sure how to feel about The Overtones’ work covering Johnny O’Keefe’s “Wild One”. Sadly, their version of ACDC’s “Dirty Deeds” probably should have been left off of the album. Past hits that do work well include covers of The Drifters’ “In The Still of the Night”, Billy Joel’s “The Longest Time” and “Blue Moon”, which sung by every recording artist from the 30s to the 60s. So, while The Overtones’ don’t really strike a big chord with me, I can see the potential they do have in challenging Buble’s reign and perhaps we will hear a different band’s album playing this Christmas. Dear Santa… Tune in next time, ‘coz I’m Mr Brightside.

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march 28 LUTHERAN Balaklava..................... 7.30pm april 1 - palm sunday 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 Auburn....................... 9.00am Balaklava.................... 11.00am UNITING Mallala.........................9.00am Two Wells..................10.30am Owen Comm............. 11.00am Hamley Bridge........ no service Windsor ...................... 9.00am Balaklava..........10.00am at BTH Pt Wakefield, Lochiel... Combine with Balaklava Tarlee........................... 9.15am

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NEWS v District ALL EYES ON AUTHOR’S VISIT

SALLY Englehardt (right) who is an English teacher at Balaklava High School, with colleagues who also joined the school this year. From left are Katie Woodrow (science, PE), John Geddie (tech), Erin McIntee (maths, science,) Luke Cropley (SOSE, geography, history and english).

Riding reigns in Sally’s 3R’s

Sally Engelhardt, a member of the state dressage squad, is one of Balaklava High School’s new teachers this year. Sally has been riding for 12 years and currently competes with her nine year-old horse, Keribee Galileo. The pair was selected for the Senior Advancement Squad and will be competing at the South Eastern Dressage Championships in Mount Gambier this weekend. Sally said she puts her achievement down to relentless hard work and self-belief. “I just need to keep improving my technique and keep working on the strength and fitness of the horse so we can constantly improve,” she said. The horse has been relocated closer to Balaklava. and Sally said this was a good opportunity to recall, reassess and make decisions. “There’s also better access to the country’s top coaches,” she said. Sally is originally from Kangaroo Island and has been teaching English for two and a half years. Working at Balaklava High School has been a positive experience for Sally, who said the staff and community are “fabulous to work with.”

Sally on Keribee Galileo, performing at a dressage event in January.

More get youth allowance YOUTH allowance reforms have substantially increased assistance for students, with almost 1400 students in the Wakefield electorate having received the maximum rate, a higher rate or a payment for the first time. Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion, said the 2010 reforms increased the parental income test threshold for students receiving dependent youth allowance, meaning more students were eligible than ever before. “The government is making it easier for students to access a university education. We are on track to meet our target of 40 per cent of 25 to 34-year-olds attaining a bachelor degree or higher by 2025.” • More information can be found at www.deewr. gov.au/youthallowance Plains Producer, Thursday March 15, 2012

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Tracey Jacobs has Working full time achieved her dreams of bewith two colleagues, coming a pharmacist and Raeleen Hough and after many years of dediTania Pratt, Tracey apcation and determination preciates the privilege is currently working in her of working in a country dream role of pharmacist town. manager at ChemPlus in “I love my job and Hamley Bridge. would love to become Completing a Bachelor a partner one day if the of Pharmacy in 2004, opportunity presented Tracey has worked at itself,” Tracey said. ChemPlus in Hamley ChemPlus Hamley Bridge since February, Bridge also provides 2006. Tracey thrives on community medicahelping people in the com- TRACEY Jacobs (right) with tion packs which help munity by offering advice pharmacy assistant Raeleen Hough. customers who may and the right medication be having difficulty for them. taking their medication. A professional from “I love working in a small town, you know Adelaide also visits once every couple of your customers by name and classify them as months to advise customers about medications friends,” Tracey said. and to ensure they are taken properly.

Mystique Chic sets new style adjusted business hours AFTER struggling opening at 10am and to find a school social closing at 5pm, Jayme dress for her daughter at has been able to make a reasonable price, Owen it work. mother of five, Jayme “It gives me enough Large, decided enough time to get them all off was enough and opened to school in the mornthe Mystique Chic bouing,” she said. tique in October last year. Jayme gets plenty of The shop stocks a advice from her daughbeautiful selection of forters on stock to source. mal wear, casual dresses “They pick out what and skirts – all at excelthey like when they go lent, affordable prices. It through the books,” also offers a wide range of Jayme Large at Mystique Chic. she said. handbags and jewellery, With the support of husband, Chris, the perfect accessories for any outfit. Jayme said the range is mostly for girls aged in the Mystique Chic is her first time owning and running a business and the experience has teens and upwards. With four daughters and a son in the family, been enjoyable . “I really like meeting new people who come finding the time to manage both the shop and the family can be tough, however, with slightly in, plus you get to know your regulars as well.”

High times at Lower Light Deb Sharer has little “It’s always interesttime to herself in being and is going well,” tween running the Lower Deb said. Light Hotel with husband When she’s not workNeill, and working as ing at the bar on in the an enrolled nurse at the kitchen, Deb is either Royal Adelaide Hospital doing the accounts for the (RAH). hotel, spending time at Deb has run the hotel Long Plains football club with Neill since Decemas a trainer, or working ber 2010, making many night shift in the cardiolimprovements including ogy wing at the RAH. upgrading the toilets, CHEERS! Deb Sharer with Neill. “I have very little time re-designing the pool for myself!” said Deb, room and now introducing their brand new who has five children and three grand children. beer garden. Lower Light Hotel is also excited to an“It should be popular with the locals, we’ve nounce The Coads will be performing on spent a bit of time on it adding a pond and a Easter Sunday, April 8, from 1pm to 5pm bird aviary,” Deb said. with free entry. After designing a new popular menu and “It will be a great night, and a perfect forming new clientele, Deb admits the year chance for people to test out our brand new has been successful. beer garden,” Deb said.

All for you at Shearing Shed Bec Allen and Naomi It’s been a chalPurdue share the same lenge for the likeideas about their popular able management Balaklava hairdresing duo, with Naomi and business. Bec both juggling They have worked the business as well hard to build a strong as being mums with clientele who appreciate two children each. the professionalism and They are ably talent of the team at the assisted by qualified Shearing Shed, on Edith hairdressers Angela terrace, Balaklava. and Abbey. The salon, now in Along with offerits eleventh year, offers ing a range of hair a welcoming and conservices including temporary environment NAOMI Purdue (left) and Bec Allen cuts, blow drys, foils for both clients and hairdressers. “We’ve and styling, the salon also provides waxing improved our appearance to a big roomy and spray tanning for any special occasion. salon,” said Bec, pictured (right) with Naomi. So if you’re after a change for the new “And we are proud to say we have ex- season, make an appointment with one of panded to include clients from everywhere, the friendly girls today who will help you including Gawler.” design your new look. Plains Producer, Thursday March 15, 2011

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Tads can do it for you! Lisa Renshaw has spent the last 19 years building and maintaining the successful Balaklava business, TADS Embroidery, with her husband Steve. While a trained pharmacist assistant, Lisa has instead chosen to focus on the everyday running of the business. Prior to establishing TADS in Balaklava, Lisa and Steve used to make skydiving suits out of a shed in Owen, until they invested in an embroidery machine and realised the potential to form a business. No stranger to country customer service, Lisa has valued her time working in a small com-

munity. “I do enjoy working in country towns,” Lisa said. Working an average 50 hours a week, Lisa takes care of the ordering, front of shop and also specialises in school wear for the three Balaklava schools and various other schools and kindergartens in the Mid North area. Lisa and Steve are also assisted by full time staff member Kimberley and part time member Vicki. Specialising in embroidery and screenprinting, TADS is also pleased to announce the arrival of the Anajet direct garment printer, which can now provide the option of multi coloured T-shirt printing to customers.

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ocal farmers Andrew and Cathy Chapman (nee Baker) married in 1986 and currently live on the family farm at Salter Springs, about 23 kms south east of Balaklava. They grow regular broadacre crops, and breed “regular-looking” sheep. So what makes them different from every other broadacre and sheep farmer in the district? Before having their children, Cathy had been a spinner and was familiar with the fineness of alpaca wool. Andrew had researched the compatability of alpacas to coexist with his sheep, so in 1992, they “stuck their necks out” and decided to have a go at the breeding of alpacas, and now run a stud called Wamowie Alpacas. They are one of only six alpaca studs in the mid north. Now many people get confused with llamas and alpacas, as they do look similar. Along with camels, they are members of the Camelid family. Camelids are groups of even-toed ungulate (hooved) mammals – that is they have an even number of toes, two or four.

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But alpacas have softer pads, rather than hooves, which make them less susceptible to foot rot. There are only six living species of camelids, two each of camels, alpacas and llamas. Llamas, with curved ears, are much larger than alpacas, and have a straighter back which makes them ideal for

pulling carts and carrying loads. They are more independent and are often kept separate from other llamas.Llamas have coarser wool fibres, although they have a soft undercoat that is fine and used by spinners. Alpacas, with straight ears, are fine-fibre bearing animals, with their sole function being to grow

a fleece. They are herd animals and must be with herd mates and are very protective of their “patch”, which makes them ideal to be used as “shepherds” or “guards” of sheep, goats and even poultry. The Australian alpaca industry began with a false start in the 19th century when Charles

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Andrew, Cathy and Tristan Chapman with an 8 week old alpaca.

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email: louise@ plainsproducer.com.au Ledger brought alpacas and llamas out of South America in a speculative attempt to begin a new industry which failed against the might of the Merino. It wasn’t until 1988 the modern Australian alpaca industry began, with alpacas imported from Chile, and more recently from Peru. Andrew and Cathy started their “herd” with the purchase of two pregnant females (called dams or hembras), well at least they thought they were pregnant. One didn’t deliver. The other delivered a healthy male baby, or cria. At the time, Cathy was pregnant with her third child, and daughter Emily was determined to name the baby “Drum”. Luckily the alpaca was born first and Emily was happy to name it “Royal Drum”. (Lucky for Joshua!) Andrew and Cathy initially selected their alpacas on colour – they wanted something to stand out from their white sheep, so picked grey and brown alpacas. At the time, there were only two studs in South Australia from which to buy alpacas, so the choices were limited. It has been a long and slow breeding process, as hembras have an 11.5 month gestation period, and sometimes the pregnancy “confirmation” signs are wrong. Mating takes place in a sitting position, and ironically, it’s the male who talks during mating! To ensure a successful mating, the procedure is attempted again after 14 days. If the female isn’t

pregnant, she will sit in the company of a male, known as a sire or a macho - (typical), indicating her desire to be mated. But if she is pregnant, she will spit at the male and reject him – and this is the most useful indication of pregnancy. Luckily not many females of the human species do this! After 11.5 months, hopefully a cria is born. As the alpaca’s native enemy is the mountain lion, they deliver babies in daylight hours, usually early morning. This is for safety and survival. Twin births are extremely rare and the average birth weight is between six and eight kilograms. Cria are weaned at five to six months of age. The best part for the machos is they get to mate the hembras 14-21 days after giving birth. Again, typical. Chapman’s have 100 alpacas now and enter them in the Royal Adelaide and Clare Shows. They have alpacas for sale and Andrew takes his mobile shearing gear to his clients’ farms to shear them. Andrew said: “It’s not recommended to try to shear them like a sheep.” “Alpacas like to roll in the dirt like horses, their fleece can be very dusty. And they don’t like being shorn!” Andrew uses a special table and gentle

restraints to shear them. Andrew shears once a year in spring, before the grass seeds are out. Dairy country, without prickles and grass seeds, is best suited to alpacas, but they adapt well to other areas. They are constant eating “browsers” and like roughage. They are vaccinated like sheep, but don’t require drenching unless they are mixed in with other animals. They rarely get flystrike, parasites or lice. And they are clean and environmentally friendly animals – they have a communal “poo” area. How nice!

In their spare time, Andrew and Cathy run the rest of their farm, with help from oldest son Tristan, who is also a part-time shearer. Emily, a graphic designer, is now married and lives in Adelaide, while Joshua, aka Drum, is studying computing science (graphics) at Adelaide Uni. Andrew still plays hockey for Riverton Hockey Club, having previously played football for Hummocks Watchman.Cathy played netball in her younger days and is still quite a handy tennis player. They are active church members and are very community focussed, having run canteens and been on many committees over the years.

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More taste sensations coming to the Royal With summer now over and the temperature dropping, you can look forward to a new menu at the Royal Hotel in Balaklava that will be sure to tempt your taste buds in the cooler season. Publicans Peter, Susan and Derek Friedrichs will introduce a new mouth-watering menu this month now the heat of summer is on its way out. “You can look forward to a range of soups, curries and casseroles,” chef Derek said. The current menu still entices any food lover, with starters including garlic prawns, seasoned potato wedges and tomato, basil and fetta bruschetta just to name a few. Continue on with a hearty main and choose from Royal surf and turf, salt and pepper squid,300 gram porterhouse schnitzel, or indulge in the pasta of the day. The dessert menu will also tease from sticky date pudding to an indulging cheese platter. Lunch specials are available Monday to Friday, with a lighter cafe style menu.

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Results of U/16 Grade 1st Final cricket played on March 11

Blyth/Kybunga vs Clare Strikers

Swimming stars n Last week 31 Balaklava Primary School students went to Riverton Pool to compete in the Riverton Interschool Swimming Carnival. They swam against Riverton, Clare and Kapunda Primary Schools and won the Improvers trophy. Tayla Williams, Amy Langdon and Georgia McArdle accepted the trophy on behalf of the team (left).

Blyth Kybunga colts through to their first Grand Final Blyth/Kybunga played Clare Strikers at Auburn on Sunday where 406 runs were hit between the sides. The game was moved from the Clare High School oval as the pitch was deemed to be unsafe to play on. T Eime and W Pratt opened for B/K quickly showing their good form. Eime hit a lot of leg side balls to the boundary. Eime retired on 52 with Pratt on 20 in the 15th over. B/K were on 82. Ash Giles came in next and hasn’t been in good form all year, but was able to help get the score to 124 in the 25th over due to a lot of wides. He was caught by Calaby in close off A McGregor for 15. Will Pratt had been accumulating runs in his normal way, but as he started to build up the runs rate, he lofted a catch to B Rimmer. L Jaeschke was joined by D Giles and added 39 runs with some hard hitting before Giles was out LBW for 17. T O’Sullivan kept the score going and with the score on 199, Louis was out for 22. L McNeil, who is only 10, kept stumps all day and picked up his first stumping, dismissing O’Sullivan on 23. He also took a catch behind two runs later making a good day for him. B/K finished 8 for 213. T Eime 52, W Pratt 28, T O’Sullivan 23, L Jaeschke 22, A McGregor 2/28, T Forrest 2/44, B Dinning 2/36. Clare Strikers openers were H Calaby and T Forrest and started the run chase well with Forrest getting most of the runs. T Eime was his erratic self bowling some wides, and replaced himself with D Giles. His bowling helped bring the wicket of Calaby to Ash Giles for 4. A McGregor helped Forrest with the score but hit one two many in the air from Jaeschke being caught by Z Bennett for 34 just before drinks. B/K tried hard for another wicket early after drinks, but loose bowling by Louis saw the runs come quickly. B McInerney hit a loose ball to McEwin and was out for 19. T Eime came back and quickly dismissed McGregor cutting one straight to Pratt and he was out for an excellent innings of 47. Another excellent young player in B Rimmer gave some resistance scoring 15 as the score and overs came closer to the end, mainly due to poor bowling from B/K younger players. D Giles 0/19 and W Pratt 0/21, both from six overs tied up the batting with only six loose deliveries between them and having a few near chances missed. The difference between the two sides was the fielding with dropped catches and misfields due to younger and smaller players on a rough oval. Their turn will come. A McGregor 47, T Forrest 34, B Mcinnerney 18, B Rimmer 15. J Calvert 3/16, T Eime 2/31, L Jaesehke 2/32.

Barossa & Light

This weekend saw the last minor round games played in the Barossa & Light Cricket Association. Gilbert Valley’s three Senior teams have all made it into the finals, the A1’s finished 2nd, the A3’s finished 4th, and the A5’s finished 2nd. A1: Gilbert Valley 105 & 4/155 defeated Nuriootpa 78. Nur: A Prior 16, J Lienert 12 no, C Burgess 12, T Jungfer 12. GV: T Vater 4/12 (12 ov 5 m ), J Vandeleur 3/14, C Mullins 3/16. GV 2nd: M Hosking 36, T Smith 35 no,

C Mullins 35, J Vandeleur 30 no. Nur: M Milne 2/47 A3: Freeling 6/163 dec defeated Gilbert Valley 146 & 0/22. Fre: H Robinson 73, N East 25. GV: L Slok 3/38, M Kooyman 3/44. A5: Gilbert Valley defeated Greenock No stats available. Semi finals: A1 Sat 17th & Sun 18th March Gilbert Valley v Angaston at Stockwell. A3 Sat 17th & Sun 18th March Sandy Creek Green v Gilbert Valley at Freeling. A5 Sat 17th March Gilbert Valley v Light Pass at Angaston.

Para Districts Results of Grade 6 cricket played on March 10

Dublin vs Salisbury North

Match won by: Dublin Dublin Batting J.Crosbie ct J.Lynch b C.Shilling............ 47 C.Mason ct J.Lynch b M.Barbel.............. 21 H.Walker ct C.Shilling b T.Pairce............. 26 W.Bedell lbw b G.Yates............................. 9 J.Schwartz-Chapman b T.Peirce............... 0 S.Dalgleish ct G.Yates b R.Creek............ 15 D.Coombe ct M.Barbel b R.Creek............ 6 J.Mason Not Out....................................... 7 W.Heslop b R.Creek................................ 30 R.Amari b R.Creek..................................... 0 L.Walker Not Out....................................... 1 Extras 10 Total 9/175 Salisbury North Bowling Bowler O M W R G.Schuric 7 1 0 35 R.Creek 8 0 4 43 M.Barbel 8 2 1 17 C.Shilling 8 0 1 40 T.Peirce 5 0 2 17 G.Yates 4 1 1 17

Salisbury North Batting R.Creek b J.Mason................................... 46 G.Schuric ct W.Heslop b R.Amari.............. 6 A.Maylin ct S.Dalgleish b R.Amari.............. 0 M.Pierce ct J.Schwartz-Chapman ............ 6 C.Shilling ct H.Walker b L.Walker............. 29 A.Quinlish ct J.Mason b L.Walker............ 29 G.Yates ct D.Coombe b J.Mason............... 8 J.Lynch ct W.Heslop b L.Walker................. 2 M.Barbel b J.Mason................................... 3 T.Peirce b J.Mason..................................... 1 A.Winstanley Not Out................................. 0 Extras 13 Total 10/143 Dublin Bowling Bowler O M W R J.Mason 6.5 0 5 18 L.Walker 7 1 3 18 W.Bedell 3 0 0 9 S.Dalgleish 5 1 0 21 W.Heslop 8 0 0 38 R.Amari 8 1 2 31

Results of Grade 4 cricket played on March 3 & 10

Para Teachers vs Two Wells

Match won by: Two Wells Para Teachers Batting R.Dickens ct D.Wise b D.Hines............... 21 L.Wootton ct J.Harris b T.Wake................. 4 L.Hopkins b T.Wake................................. 24 T.Fredericks ct N.Scafien b L.Franklin..... 16 T.Guest ct D.Hardiman b L.Franklin.......... 4 D.Minshaw b D.Hines.............................. 39 W.Watson ct L.Franklin b N.Seccafien.... 18 A.Vincent b D.Hines.................................. 3 L.Graham ct D.Hardiman b N.Seccafien... 2 C.Hopkins b D.Hines............................... 25 C.Jones Not Out........................................ 0 J.Ryan..................................................DNB Extras 15 Total 10/171 Two Wells Bowling Bowler O M W R L.Franklin 8 1 2 22 N.Seccafien 5 0 2 23 T.Wake 13 3 2 34 D.Wise 4 0 0 14 D.Hines 16.5 5 4 72 A.Cavallaro 1 1 0 0

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Two Wells Batting D.Wise ct L.Hopkin b T.Frederick............. 12 J.Harris ct L.Hopkin b J.Ryan.................. 85 M.Dimasi lwb T.Federick............................ 3 T.Henwood ct A.Vincent b T.Fredrick......... 6 L.Franklin b J.Ryan..................................... 0 P.Seccafien ct T.Federick b W.Watson....... 8 N.Seccafien ct D.Minishaw b L.Wootton.... 2 D.Hines b L.Wootton................................ 18 J.Brechin b T.Frederick............................. 22 A.Cavallaro ct A.Vincent b J.Ryan............ 36 D.Hardiman Not Out................................... 0 T.Wake.................................................. DNB Extras 17 Total 10/209 Para Teachers Bowling Bowler O M W R T.Frederick 17 5 4 62 J.Ryan 18 4 3 47 W.Watson 10 2 1 17 L.Wootton 17 1 2 48 A.Vincent 8 0 0 29

Results of Grade 3 cricket played on March 3 & 10

North Pines vs Virginia

North Pines 10/233 & 2/52 def Virginia 10/165 & 10/119 Results of Grade 1 cricket played on March 3 & 10

Salisbury West vs Virginia Salisbury West 4/120 def Virginia 10/111

Match won by: Blyth/Kybunga Blyth/Kybunga Batting T.Eime Retired....................................... 51 W.Pratt ct B.Rimmer b A.McGregor...... 28 A.Giles ct H.Calaby b A.McGregor........ 15 L.Jaeschke ct & b T.Forrest.................. 22 D.Giles lbw C.Dinning........................... 17 T.O’Sullivan st L.McNeil b T.Forrest...... 23 L.McEwin ct L.McNeil b J.Size................ 3 Z.Bennett b B.Dinning............................. 1 J.Hunter ct ? b B.Dinning........................ 1 J.Calvert Not Out..................................... 3 B.Eime................................................DNB Extras 48 Total 9/213 Clare Strikers Bowling Bowler O M W R H.Calaby 8 0 0 37 A.McGregor 8 0 2 28 T.Forrest 8 0 2 44 B.McInerney 4 0 0 19 B.Dinning 7 0 2 36 C.Dinning 2 0 1 21 J.Size 3 0 1 17

Clare Strikers Batting H.Calaby ct & b A.Giles.............................. 4 T.Forrest ct Z.Bennett b L.Jaeschke........ 34 A.McGregor ct W.Pratt b T.Eime.............. 47 B.McInerney ct L.McEwin b L.Jaeschke.. 19 B.Dinning ct L.McEwin b T.Eime................ 6 J.Forrest ct L.Jaeschke b L.McEwin.......... 7 B.Rimmer ct A.Giles b J.Calvert............... 15 J.Size ct L.McEwin b J.Calvert................... 5 C.Dinning Not Out...................................... 5 L.McNeil ct W.Pratt b J.Calvert................ 10 M.Jarvis ct D.Giles b Z.Bennett................. 6 Extras 48 Total 10/193 Blyth/Kybunga Bowling Bowler O M W R T.Eime 7 0 2 31 A.Giles 7 0 1 34 D.Giles 6 0 0 19 L.Jaeschke 4 0 2 32 W.Pratt 6 0 0 21 B.Eime 2 0 0 11 J.Calvert 4 0 3 16 L.McEwin 2 0 1 12 J.Hunter 1 0 0 3 Z.Bennett 1 0 1 8

Results of U/16 Grade Semi Final cricket played on March 11

Lower North 2 vs Auburn/Mintaro

Match won by: Lower North 2 Lower North 2 Batting T.Williams Not Out................................. 83 N.Studham ct D.Nixon b A.Nixon............ 0 B.Chapman ct E.Long b A.Nixon............ 4 J.Butterfield b A.Nixon.......................... 14 C.Arbon Not Out.................................... 23 R.Chapman Run Out............................... 1 B.Hamann b A.Nixon............................... 0 J.Nipperess ct&b A.Nixon....................... 0 T.Temby lbw T.Roberts............................ 0 J.Mahony ct H.Gosse b T.Roberts.......... 4 L.Lu b B.Jenner....................................... 0 Extras 37 Total 9/166 Auburn/Mintaro Bowling Bowler O M W R A.Nixon 8 4 5 18 D.Nixon 8 2 0 30 H.Gosse 8 0 0 40 E.Long 4 0 0 36 T.Roberts 3 0 2 5 B.Jenner 7 1 0 26 Z.Sims 2 1 0 6

Auburn/Mintaro Batting A.Nixon lbw T.Williams............................. 14 Z.Sims ct T.Williams b B.Chapman.......... 24 B.Jenner b J.Butterfield.............................. 0 E.Long ct&b J.Butterfield........................... 1 D.Nixon ct J.Mahony b J.Nipperess......... 11 N.Long ct R.Chapman b J.Nipperess........ 4 H.Gosse Run Out....................................... 5 T.Roberts b R.Chapman........................... 14 C.Dodd ct L.Lu b J.Nipperess.................... 8 L.Behn b L.Lu............................................. 1 F.Nixon Not Out.......................................... 9 Extras 32 Total 10/123 Lower North 2 Bowling Bowler O M W R J.Butterfield 6 1 2 13 B.Chapman 4 0 1 29 T.Williams 4 0 1 13 J.Nipperess 7 0 3 24 N.Studham 5 1 0 6 C.Arbon 5 2 0 6 R.Chapman 3 1 1 7 L.Lu 1 0 1 9 B.Hamann 1 0 0 10

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Results of A4 Grade cricket played on March 10

Nuriootpa vs mallala

Match won by Mallala Mallala Batting A.Buckley ct J.Heinze b B.Atherton.......... 4 D.Cawrse ct A.Reusch b D.Nayda.......... 10 W.Rudd b D.Nayda.................................. 11 W.Farrelly ct G.Laney b B.Giles............... 24 B.Martin ct J.Heinze b J.Moore................. 8 K.Curnow b D.Nayda............................ 112 N.Work b J.Heinze..................................... 0 J.Cufone Not Out.................................... 22 A.Fischer Not Out...................................... 1 T.Cawrse...............................................DNB T.Algar...................................................DNB Extras 10 Total 7/202 Nuriootpa Bowling Bowler O M W R B.Atherton 8 1 1 39 D.Nayda 8 1 3 45 J.Moore 6 0 1 22 R.Moore 3 0 0 22 J.Heinze 4 0 0 23 J.Heinze 6 1 1 18 B.Giles 5 0 1 32

Nuriootpa Batting A.Reusch ct K.Curnow b A.Buckley......... 14 S.Moore b T.Algar.................................... 0 B.Giles b T.Cawrse................................ 17 D.Nayda ct D.Cawrse b T.Cawrse........... 5 J.Heinze b A.Buckley.............................. 2 J.Heinze ct T.Cawrse b A.Buckley.......... 1 R.Moore b A.Fischer.............................. 22 G.Laney b A.Buckley............................... 3 M.Norton Not Out.................................. 19 B.Atherton ct T.Cawrse b W.Farrelly....... 3 J.Moore Not Out.................................... 18 Extras 4 Total 9/108 Mallala Bowling Bowler O M W R T.Cawrse 8 1 2 18 T.Algar 4 1 1 17 A.Buckley 8 3 4 15 A.Fischer 6 2 1 19 W.Farrelly 8 0 1 25 N.Work 6 0 0 14

Results Grade U/16 - played on March 3 & 10

Greenock vs Mallala/Lyndoch Geenock 9/198 def Mallala/Lyndoch 10/85

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Preliminary final was held at Balaklava on Thursday March 8. Owen 81 def Mallala White 43: G wandel 29 def B Roney 16, H Hocking 26 def C King 9, B Harkness 26 def Y Howard 18. The Grand Final will be held at Hamley Bridge on Thursday March 15 at 9.30am. Mallala Black v Owen. Lunch will be served at a cost of $8, if spectators wish to have lunch please let Hamley Bridge know.

Sides for Saturday

Blyth Tennis The Blyth Tennis Club held their Wind-Up on Friday 9th March at their courts with approx 70 members and supporters attending. The gathering were entertained with the last minor round of the juniors being played between Blyth Crocodiles and Blyth Alligators. Vice President Wayne Carling welcomed the gathering thanked those who have supported and worked for

Sides for Saturday March 17. Balaklava Gold: B Olsen, J Olsen, A Chivell, P Thompson (sk). K Cottle, K McPharlin, R McPharlin, T Clifford (sk). G Palmer, A Northcott, S Hawke, B Taylor (sk). Balaklava Blue: H Hebisch, C Hassbroek, R McDonald, K Harkness (sk). R Hillman, D Anderson, K Catford, P McPharlin (sk). L Braddock, E Edwards, C Welke, C Stewart (sk). Div 2: Owen v Hamley Bridge to be played at Balaklava. D Northcott, W Heaslip, K Warnes, P Sullivan (sk). D Brown, D Lauricella, L Beaty, L Hean (sk). A Tiller, R Hill, M Miles, R Uppill (sk). Cars, P Sullivan, M Miles, A Tiller to depart at 12.15pm. Reserves, D Hartwell, G Ince.

LEFT: Senior trophy winners Lyn Stirling, Tyson Webb, Rachel Carling. ABOVE: Junior trophy winners Tara Walkley, Bailey Jacka, Thomas Carling, Darcey Toholke. RIGHT: Rob Lloyd washes up at the Movie Night.

the club during the season. The movie night held last weekend was well supported and raised a healthy $1400 for the club. The club will be fielding 3 of their 4 teams in finals. An enjoyable barbecue was enjoyed by the crowd including many of the club’s Life Members followed by the clubs trophy presentations. Junior Golden Racquet

awards were presented with the winners being Thomas Carling and Bailey Jacka and runner-ups were Tara Walkley and Darcey Toholke. Senior Golden Racquet award and A Grade Incentive went to Tyson Webb, and Captains Trophy was won by Rachel Carling. B Grade Incentive Award winner was Kym Franklin and Captains Award went to Lyn Stirling.

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Stage set for Div Two The top four in Division Two remained unchanged with Mallala White unfortunately finishing just one point out of the four after last weekend’s results. Port Wakefield Blue faced third placed Owen with the knowledge that this side had won both of the previous encounters. A very tight tussle was witnessed once again but this time, Port Wakefield Blue emerged winners by five shots despite having only one rink up. Reimers (PWG) fell to Hean (O) by two shots, Sullivan (O) accounted for Cluse (PWG) by eleven shots, while Baum (PWG) proved to be the saviour for the home side by defeating Uppill (O) by 18 shots. Owen’s loss and Hamley White’s win over Riverton Black ensured that Hamley White could not be

REPORT: John Glistak knocked out of second spot. For Mallala White to make the four, it had to win its match against Tarlee White and hope that Hamley Red lost this match. Mallala White gained maximum points in its match but fell just one point short as Hamley Red were able to gain a 10-2 win over Riverton White. Semi-finals for Division Two next weekend see Owen meet Hamley Red and Port Wakefield Blue play Hamley White. The knockout Semi-Final pits Owen against Hamley Red. These two sides have met twice during the season with Owen winning both matches by 43 and 24 shots, respectively, with all rinks up on both occasions.

Based on this information, Owen will be favoured to proceed into next week’s Preliminary Final. Port Wakefield Blue and Hamley White meet in the Division Two Semi-Final. In their two matches during the season, Port Wakefield Blue has accounted for Hamley White on both occasions winning by 25 and 48 shots, without losing a rink. Port Wakefield Blue, as minor premier, should prove too strong for their opponents to secure the direct path to the Grand Final. Division Two Results – March 10: - Port Wakefield Blue 70(8) (S. Reimers 21, T. Cluse 20, P. Baum 29) def. Owen 65(4) (L. Hean 23, P. O’Sullivan 31, R. Uppill 11); Hamley White 94(10) (M. Nichols 42, A. Fyfe 37, J. Bell 15) def. Riverton Black 58(2) (R. Schulz 12, B. Prime 13, P. Koster

33); Hamley Red 100(10) (B. Morris 32, G. Schilling 24, J. Tily 44) def. Riverton White 61(2) (J. Glistak 15, G. Giles 31, R. Hannaford 15); Mallala White 83(12) (J. Curnow 38, M. Dunstan 22, M. King 23) def. Tarlee White 55(0) (P. Dunn 15, D. Branson 18, J. Perry 22) Division Two Standings: - Port Wakefield Blue 188 (+389), Hamley White 163 (+201), Owen 154 (+170), Hamley Red 142 (+146), Mallala White 141 (+33), Riverton White 120 (+85.75), Tarlee White 104 (-135), Riverton Black 91 (-122) Division Two Fixtures – March 17: - First Semi-Final: Owen vs Hamley Red (to be played at Balaklava); Second Semi-Final: Port Wakefield Blue vs Hamley White (to be played at Mallala). Start 1 p.m.

Fight for double chance in Div three Only nine points separated Port Wakefield Gold, Tarlee Red and Balaklava Blue with each side having a chance of taking second spot depending on the results of last Saturday’s matches. In the end, the spread of points between these sides was reduced to only three points. Balaklava Red had an outside chance of making the four if it defeated Tarlee Red 12-0 and its sister side Balaklava Blue lost its match to Port Wakefield Gold by the same margin. Despite winning 11-1 against Tarlee Red, Balaklava Red missed out of the finals as Balaklava Blue secured a 10-2 win over Port Wakefield Gold. The one rink won by Port Wakefield Gold was just enough for it to retain second spot and therefore the double chance. Balaklava Blue finished one point behind in third spot while Tarlee Red dropped down to fourth, a further two points back. In the final match of the round, Mallala Black had a handy win over Wasleys.

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So, the semi-finals for Division Three will see Balaklava Blue against Tarlee Red and Mallala Black meeting Port Wakefield Gold. Minor premier Mallala Black plays Port Wakefield Gold in the Division Three Second Semi-Final. During the season, Mallala Black won their first match against Port Wakefield Gold by 30 shots but Port Wakefield Gold won the most recent encounter by 23 shots. Recent form show Mallala Black winning five of its last six matches whereas Port Wakefield Gold has had only two wins over that same corresponding period suggesting that Mallala Black will be favoured to move directly into the Grand Final. The knockout Semi-Final features Balaklava Blue and Tarlee Red. In an unusual situation, both sides have defeated each other during the season with, coincidentally, the scores being identical on each occasion, 70-59! During the Division Three phase of the competition, Tarlee Red has won five of its seven matches compared to Balaklava Blue’s four wins. This form suggests that Tarlee

Red may hold a slight edge in this match with a Preliminary Final berth awaiting the winner. Division Three Results – March 10: - Balaklava Red 83(11) (L. Day 24, N. Veitch 29, C. Milton 30) def. Tarlee Red 61(1) (F. Gorey 24, I. Rohde 16, D. Meyers 21); Balaklava Blue 78(10) (P. McPharlin 20, K. Harkness 28, C. Stewart 30) def. Port Wakefield Gold 57(2) (A. Carslake 22, A. Brown 22, K. Anderson 13); Mallala Black 79(12) (M. Secomb 23, K. McDonald 31, J. Evans 25) def. Wasleys 52(0) (J. McDonnell 21, S. Wendland 12, T. Prior 19) Division Three Standings: Mallala Black 128 (+108), Port Wakefield Gold 102 (-49), Balaklava Blue 101 (-119), Tarlee Red 99 (-125), Balaklava Red 92 (-233), Wasleys 59 (-350.75) Division Three Fixtures – March 17: - First Semi-Final: Balaklava Blue vs Tarlee Red (to be played at Mallala); Second Semi-Final: Mallala Black vs Port Wakefield Gold (to be played at Owen). Start 1 p.m. n FROM BACK PAGE Division One Results –

March 10 - Owen 70(10) (B. Parker 17, N. Harkness 27, T. Harkness 26) def. Wasleys 68(2) (D. Olive 34, S. Nicolai 20, W. Grady 14); Balaklava Gold 115(12) (T. Clifford 39, A. Chivell 30, B. Taylor 46) def. Balaklava Green 45(0) (O. Chapman 23, C. Cowan 13, M. Olsen 9); Mallala 79(10) (K. Roberts 26, P. Furst 34, B. Smith 19) def. Riverton 70(2) (J. Tucker 25, M. Griffiths 15, A. Clark 30); Hamley Bridge 92(12) (B. Smith 26, P. Rex 39, A. O’Brien 27) def. Port Wakefield 41(0) (G. McPharlin 8, J. Cicolella 13, R. Murphy 20) Division One Standings: Balaklava Gold 173 (+290), Port Wakefield 147 (+96), Hamley Bridge 152 (+154), Riverton 139 (+165), Owen 105 (-61), Mallala 104 (-10), Wasleys 77 (-231), Balaklava Green 59 (-395) Division One Fixtures – March 17: - First Semi-Final: Port Wakefield vs Riverton (to be played at Balaklava); Second Semi-Final: Balaklava Gold vs Hamley Bridge (to be played at Riverton). Start 1 p.m. John Glistak WMBA Secretary

North Eastern Mid Week Bowls results. Spalding 40 (8) v Clare Green 26 (2): G.Blaser 26, P Errey 10, G.Goodridge 14, R Wurst 16. Brinkworth forfeited to Snowtown. Balaklava 41 (8) v Clare Red 23 (2): K Harkness 27, R Howes 9, B Moffat 14, R Jarman 14. Blyth 48 (10) v Clare White 32 (0): J Bradbury 26, B Sims 18, L Mader 22, B Reichstein 14. Burra 43 (8) v Clare Blue 36 (2): C Boston 26, R Brandt 14, R Taylor 17, K Clarke 22. PREMIERSHIP TABLE Pts For A gst % Burra 169 870 567 60.54 Clare Red 145 757 626 54.74 Blyth 124 702 604 53.75 Snowtown 109 614 625 49.56 Spalding 105 621 681 47.70 Clare Blue 101 697 738 48.57 Clare Green 95 665 715 48.19 Balaklava 75 658 694 48.67 Clare White 65 599 731 45.04 Brinkworth 62 554 756 42.29 Spalding hosted the final Pennant day for 2011/12, providing a sumptuous lunch for all participants. For the first time, the Maurice Collins Memorial Shield was presented to the Burra club by Elvin Collins. Congratulations to Burra Bowling Club on winning the 2011/12 pennant so convincingly. A big thank you to all team managers for submitting their match results so promptly, which makes the recording procedure much easier.

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Pennant results from March 8. Robertstown Gold 42 (L Mosey 17, C Reudiger 25) d Tarlee 25 (S Molineaux 10, J Rohde 15). Saddleworth Blue 36 (J Shephers 21, B Schoenberg 15) d Robertstown Green 33 (J Kot z 16, S Kimpton 17). Burra Red 41 (L Sutton 18, M Bevan 23) d Saddleworth Gold 38 (TRitchie 20, P Milde 18). Riverton Blue 36 (E Passehl 17, M Prime 19) d Booborowie 32 (L Pearce 17, R Landorf 15). Mintaro 47 (S Ettridge 24, L Dixon 23) d Auburn Red 36 (M Mount 20, M Parkinson 16). Auburn Black 49 (S Hean 20, L Wildash 29) d Eiverton Black 21 (M Keast 14, C Greenslade 7). PREMIERSHIP TABLE Auburn Red 110 +230 Auburn Black 109 +204 Booborowie 95 +124 Riverton Green 91 +82 Riverton Black 90 +55 Robertstown Gold 86 +45 Burra Green 80 +44 Riverton Blue 77 +65 Robertstown Green 76 +57 Saddleworth Blue 62 -47 Burra Red 59 -49 Mintaro 52 -180 Saddleworth Gold 42 -120 Burra Gold 34 -141 Tarlee 25 -277

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SPORT v Schools

BHS Sports Day

Walter house wins the day

n Walter house won the Balaklava High School Sports Day last week with 3221 points from Keith 2658, James 2376 and Ross 2164. n Age group trophies were won by: U14 Charlie Arbon 1, Jacob Wehr 2, Alex Wehr 1, Jess Heaslip 2; U15 Lochie Speissegger 1, Angus Clothier 2, Tenneal White 1, Kymba Zanker 2; U16 Josh Appleby 1, Mitch Woollatt 2, Caitlin Moulds 1, Sophie Parker 2; Open Dean Haynes 1, Roger Logan 2, Sarah Tiller 1, Hannah McArdle 2. n Records broken by Dean Haynes, Jacob Wehr, Tenneal White and Sophie Parker.

Above: Amy Nottle, Tegan Nottle in granny nighties. Right: Walter captains Tim Shepherd and Hannah McArdle with the trophy.

Carly Williams lets the javelin fly, top right, while Jess Daniel lands in the long jump, right.

Above: Aleisha Michael long jump. Left: Walter team members.

Nic Williams clears the bar in the high jump.

Combined swimming carnival at Hamley Bridge n Last Wednesday was the scene of students enjoying a splash in the pool and breaking records in this years combined swimming carnival with Owen, Mallala and Hamley Bridge Primary Schools participating. n Hamley Bridge students were thrilled as they took first place in the carnival, which was held at Hamley Bridge swimming pool. n While Hamley Bridge may have took the title, many students were proud of their efforts with Hamley Bridge student, Johnnie Sale, breaking the record in kickboard modified in the 25 metre race. n Mallala student, Tiffany Graham also made a splash breaking records in freestyle 25 metre, modified butterfly 25 metre, breast stroke 25 and 50 metre and back stroke 25 metre.

Tiffany Graham, Mallala, broke five records.

Tiarhn Carpenter from Mallala Primary School competes in the back stroke.

Jacinta Cocks, Mallala helps Harrison Taylor, Mallala dive into the pool.

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Johnnie Sale, Hamley Bridge, broke the kickboard record.

Swimming carnival officials Kylie Taylor, Nicole Graham, and Robyn Cocks.

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SPORT v Basketball

New thinking for finals victory Friday Night Lights ADELAIDE PLAINS BASKETBALL REPORT By Three Points

n Riley McDonald jumps a layup against Auburn Hawks on Friday.

ADELAIDE PLAINS BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION

1st & 2nd Semi finals to be played on Friday March 16 Court 1

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6.30pm Semi Final 2 Semi Final 2 Semi Final 1 Semi Final 1 Semi Final 2 Semi Final 2 U/17 Boys U/14 Girls U/12 Mix U/14 Boys U/16 Girls U/12 Mix Owen vs Bdgs vs Bdgs vs Eag vs Gems vs Mgc vs Ttns Owen Strks Lp Bdgs Owen 7.30pm Semi Final 1 Semi Final 1 Semi Final 1 Semi Final 2 Semi Final 2 Semi Final 1 U18/ Boys U/14 Girls U/17 Boys U/14 Boys U/18 Boys U/16 Girls Raid vs Wild vs Blts vs Bdgs vs Owen vs Suns vs Lp Shrks Bdgs Flcn Red Owen 8.30pm Semi Final 2 Semi Final 2 Semi Final 2 Semi Final 2 A Men Wom Div A B Men Wom Div B Peck vs Opal vs Owen vs Red vs Bulls Strm Hwks Puma 9.30pm Semi Final 1 Semi Final 1 Semi Final 1 Semi Final 1 A Men Wom Div A B Men Wom Div B Lp vs Lp vs Dogs vs Thun vs Bdgs Bdgs Tgns Celt

S/T = Scorer and Timer to be provided by the club listed SET UP: Seats, Score Benches, Backboards, Time Clock (Ct 1), Rubbish Bins – Bulldogs PACK UP: Seats, Score Benches, Backboards, Time Clock (Ct 1), Rubbish Bins – All Teams

Adelaide Plains Basketball Results For all your sports energy drinks!

1 Fisher Street, Balaklava - Ph: 8862 1513 Results of matches played on Friday March 9

A MEN

Peckers 59 (L.Michael 23, L.Guy 11, R.McPharlin 6) def Long Plains 33 (R.Sharer 19, J.Rundle 6, D.Smith 4). Avon Bulls 44 (A.Markopoulos 17, T.Algar 12, S.Baker 6) def Bulldogs 30 (B.Hancock 20, J.Kelly 10).

B MEN

Auburn Hawks 37 (S.Noack 11, K.Allen 10, J.Hicks 10) def Young Guns 35 (R.McDonald 12, D.Pfeiffer 12, K.Robinson 6). Old Dogs 39 (J.Butterfield 10, M.Olsen 8, K.Simon 7) drew Owen 39 (A.Pratt 15, B.Lloyd 8, B.Merry 6).

U/18 BOYS

Redlegs 48 (C.Veitch 23, Z.Zilm 5, H.Greenshields 4) def Long Plains 29 (D.Haynes 13, D.Wilson 10, K.McArdle 6). Raiders 20 (Won on forfeit) def Owen 0 (Team forfeit).

U/17 BOYS

Owen 43 (J.Pratt 15, J.Harkness 12, B.Florence 9) def Bullets 17 (J.Michael 9, Z.Scholz 6, T.Scholz 2). Titans 20 (Won on team forfeit) def Bulldogs 0 (Team forfeit).

U/14 BOYS

Eagles 48 (S.Michael 14, A.Clifford 8, B.Davey 8) def Long Plains 30 (D.Page 24, N.McArdle 4, E.Pepe 2). Bulldogs 45 (T.Moulds 22, N.Studham 18, S.Carslake 4) def Falcons 22 (S.Speissegger 12, A.Lawless 6, T.Lane 4).

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WOMEN Div A

Long Plains 36 (K.Blackwell 12, C.Fiebig 10, L.Tynan 8) def Storm 27 (L.Michael 12, J.Harding 5, J.Koch 4). Opals 59 (B.Wedding 28, H.McArdle 10, A.Schahinger 9) def Bulldogs 25 (T.Nicholls 7, T.Nottle 6, K.Cmrlec 4).

Quite a few teams need to come up with a different strategy. Lightning in the WBL persisted with the same strategies and when the finals came about they lost. And they were the top team throughout the year. There is hope. The B men showed that the game is not over until the last whistle. Old dogs drew with top team Owen. Young Guns who are last got within two points of the second team and Dribbler’s favourites Auburn Hawks. Dribbler wouldn’t recommend the Old Dogs strategy. A number of teams will need a new strategy! In Under 12 Dribbler reckons Magic will keep on winning but I think Owen could surprise them as Jack Heaslip and Declan Phillips are improving each week. If they work as a team, something Magic have struggled to do, they may just make it. Dribbler reckons all the teams in this competition have improved. Under 14 Boys also looks a sure thing for Bulldogs as their girls’ team do in Under 14 girls. They just have too many talented players who obviously practice as well. Under 16 girls will be a lot closer with Dribbler picking Bulldogs while I think top team gems will continue on their winning way. Different umpires could impact on these teams as Dribbler reckons a couple of them don’t get picked up very often for few things. The Under 17 boys should be exciting as there are many talented players in each of the teams Both of us pick Owen as their depth of players and their speed should get them through. The Under 18 competition has been good all year but Dribbler thinks that the boys have already decided that Owen will be too good for them. A disciplined strategy could change this with the Redlegs looking like the only ones with the composure to do it. They have a number of good coaches but it will be the lads’ attitudes and willingness to follow them that will be what gets them over the line. Dribbler reckons the first finals will tell. The B Women had an exciting game with the Celtics getting very close. Thunder’s depth of players gave them the edge as the Celtics relied heavily on their two dominant players tall Tess Lawson and courageous Ciara Guy. Redlegs however should remain on top at the end. The A women look just as predictable with the Opals being the stand out team all year. The others will definitely not roll over but entertain us with their efforts. Maybe Storm will work out a way. Bulldogs are also likely to be thinking. Dribbler reckons Bulldogs’ defensive tactics could upset while I think Long Plains’ offence could be the secret. This week’s games will show. A Men is not as predictable as no one knows which players will turn up, particularly for the Long Plains’ lads. Dribbler reckons Peckers will be in the grand final and whether Avon Bulls get there will depend on whether they play rather than talk. Dribbler tells me our junior teams did very well in the Country Championships and that there were some exciting games played. More great games will be played Friday so we’ll see you there.

WOMEN Div B

Thunder 33 (B.Koch 13, K.Alwin 9, C.Barlow 8) def Celtics 32 (T.Lawson 17, C.Guy 13, E.Mahony 2). Redlegs 34 (K.Woodrow 10, C.Moulds 8, T.White 8) def Pumas 24 (K.Harkness 8, S.Florence 7, T.Robinson 6).

U/16 Girls

Gems 26 (C.Guy 6, E.Mahony 6, C.Barber 4) def Owen 19 (H.Sellar 8, B.Wilson 8, R.Fritz 3). Bulldogs 39 (T.White 19, N.Greenshields 12, C.Lawrie 4) def Suns 22 (C.Williams 6, J.Koodrin 4, C.McPharlin 4).

U/14 Girls

Bulldogs 60 (T.Williams 32, G.McArdle 18, M.Hosking 6) def Sharks 13 (B.Smith 6, L.McPharlin 3, S.Sach 2). Owen 35 (K.Wedding 11, K.Gregory 8, A.Barr 6) def Wildcats 11 (S.Wehr 5, S.Heaslip 4, A.Sach 2).

U/12 Mixed

Magic 22 (C.Allen 4, S.Bennett 4, K.Heaslip 4) def Bulldogs 12 (E.Goldney 10, N.Lawrie 2). Redlegs 18 (R.Chapman 12, B.Brown 2, O.Carslake 2) def Boomers 14 (E.Brownlie 10, H.McPharlin 2, C.Selwood 2). Owen 26 (J.Heaslip 8, C.Harkness 6, D.Phillips 6) def Strikers 11 (T.Michael 6, E.Lane 4, N.Viney 1).

n Alex Simon, Bulldogs, fires a pass into the key in front of Opals’ Michelle Dunstan.

n ABOVE: Kieren Robinson, Young Guns. n BELOW: Dean Haynes and Lachie Michael.

Adelaide Plains Basketball Assoc. Premiership Table - After Friday March 9 Matches A Men P W L D B Ff For Agst % Pts Peckers 15 13 1 1 0 0 688 475 145 27 Avon Bulls 15 8 6 1 0 0 561 467 120 17 Long Plains 15 7 8 0 0 0 514 603 85 14 Bulldogs 15 1 14 0 0 0 434 652 67 2 B Men P W L D B Ff For Agst % Pts Owen 15 9 4 1 0 0 556 414 134 21 A/Hawks 13 9 4 0 0 2 444 460 97 18 Old Dogs 15 7 6 1 0 0 455 393 116 17 Young Guns 15 2 13 0 0 0 382 570 67 4 U/18 Boys P W L D B Ff For Agst % Pts Owen 14 12 1 0 0 1 514 384 134 26 Redlegs 15 9 6 0 0 0 574 473 121 18 Raiders 15 4 10 0 0 0 505 565 89 10 Long Plains 14 3 11 0 0 1 420 591 71 6 U/17 Boys P W L D B Ff For Agst % Pts Owen 14 13 1 0 0 1 625 313 200 26 Titans 15 7 6 1 0 0 408 377 108 17 Bullets 15 6 7 2 0 0 392 455 86 14 Bulldogs 14 0 12 1 0 1 289 569 51 3 U/14 Boys P W L D B Ff For Agst % Pts Bulldogs 15 12 0 0 3 0 502 240 209 24 Falcons 15 9 3 0 3 0 400 364 110 18 Eagles 15 5 7 0 3 0 311 334 93 10 Long Plains 15 2 10 0 3 0 318 434 73 4 Owen 15 2 10 0 3 0 258 417 62 4 Wom Div A P W L D B Ff For Agst % Pts Opals 15 14 1 0 0 0 645 367 176 28 Storm 15 10 5 0 0 0 539 436 124 20 Long Plains 14 6 8 1 0 0 432 418 103 13 Bulldogs 14 5 9 1 0 1 462 523 88 11 Wom Div B P W L D B Ff For Agst % Pts Redlegs 15 8 7 0 0 0 481 425 113 16 Pumas 14 6 9 0 0 0 379 474 80 12 Thunder 15 5 9 1 0 0 373 440 85 11 Celtics 14 5 11 1 0 1 352 502 70 9 U/16 Girls P W L D B Ff For Agst % Pts Gems 15 13 2 0 0 0 499 314 159 26 Bulldogs 15 9 6 0 0 0 436 411 106 18 Suns 15 5 10 0 0 0 329 473 70 10 Owen 15 3 12 0 0 0 395 461 86 6 U/14 Girls P W L D B Ff For Agst % Pts Bulldogs 15 14 1 0 0 0 560 265 211 28 Owen 15 11 4 0 0 0 529 325 163 22 Wildcats 15 5 10 0 0 0 319 399 80 10 Sharks 15 0 15 0 0 0 211 630 33 0 U/12 Mixed P W L D B Ff For Agst % Pts Magic 15 11 3 1 0 0 283 200 142 23 Owen 15 10 5 0 0 0 364 274 133 20 Bulldogs 15 8 6 1 0 0 387 390 99 17 Strikers 15 8 7 0 0 0 293 316 93 16 Boomers 15 5 10 0 0 0 246 279 88 10 Redlegs 15 2 13 0 0 0 268 382 70 4

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SPORT v Tennis

Two Wells Tennis club is back from the brink

Making up Team 2 in Division 3 for Two Wells Tennis Club were Chelsea Foubister, Jake Foubister, Kobe Boyd and Jack Tapscott.

Lauren Turner, Zoe Dart, Cassandra Lawson, Jenny Turner and Martina Chua played in Team 1, Division 3 for Two Wells.

Monica Baker, Natisha Eastman, Tarsha Briscoe and Macey Briscoe made up Team 2 in Division 2 for Two Wells Tennis Club.

Caitlin Musolino, Angus Tapscott and Jamie Humphrys all played in Team 1, Division 2 Two Wells Tennis Club. James Gameau absent.

Tennis Balaklava Night

The final minor round saw a mish-mash of scores with final placings not affected. Div 2 INcredibles, led by Mary Heslop , played a ripper defeating David Northcott’s Shreks 4-30 to 2-19. David tried to spur his teammates on, leading by example, featuring in two of his team’s wins, including a 5-3 with Megan Shepherd and a tiebreaker with Emma-Lee Lomman. However David and Sue Nicholson had to reveal their daks in a shocker to young Ben Mayne and much improved Tanya Heslop. INcredy’s Wade Hudson once again slipped under the radar, clocking up two wins for the team and unlucky to lose a tie with Ben. Four other sets were 5-3s so it was a close affair, especially playing nearly in the dark! Carly Friedrich’s Simpsons had a bit of an obscure match against Cherie Cleary’s Flintstones, eventually winning 5-28 to 1-20. The first four sets were close 5-3s, all going the Simpsons way, but the final two sets were complete opposites - 7-1 and 1-7. Very odd after four close ones, but well done to Cherie and Alice Parsons on winning the Flinty’s only set over Carly and Luke Cropley. The other 7-1 saw student Alexandra Wilson and teacher Danielle Murphy win a grudge match against fellow teacher Ash Flynn and recent recruit Warren McRostie. Some good tennis here with some interesting scores! The final Div 2 match saw top team Bec Houston’s Nemos defeat Emily Taylor’s Grinches 5-36 to 1-12, with the Grinches doing well against very strong opposition. Well done to Grinches Philip Shepherd and Daniel Lu on winning their team’s only set 5-3 over Bec and Kylie Scott. Bec and Philip went on to have another 5-3 but this time it went Bec and Bridget Guthberg’s way. Emily was having a dirty day out against Tom Forrest, but did manage to have a very consistent 1 in every set! Grinches Fran Henderson was having a good match up against Bridget, but the latter had to go home early for her sick chick, so Div 1 Jarrad Thiele, who had finished, slotted in for his fourth set of the night. Jarrad and Kylie then proved too strong for Fran and Daniel but they weren’t disgraced. The Div 2 Grand Final tonight (15th) will be: Nemos v Incredibles, Simpsons v Grinches, and wooden spooners Shreks v Flintstones. Div 1 Ghostbusters now led by Helen Barry due to Marty Brice being a softie, won a marathon match 6-32 to 0-18 over Louise MIchael’s Terminators. The Terminators had their chances in some sets but the Ghosty’s wouldn’t give up.Ghosty Gary Wehr kept chasing down shots that any other mere mortal wouldn’t have reached, and hit his partner Kathryn Taylor in the back at one stage, just to check she was awake! In that same set, Louise hit her partner Jarrad Thiele too so it was turning violent. Jarrad and Louise lost a tie, and then Cherie Cmrlec and Louise couldn’t clinch their lead, and ended up losing a marathon 10-8 tie to Helen and Kathryn. The men of the teams, Ghostys Gary and Don Veitch, and Termys Chris Curnow and Jarrad, were looking for cheese and greens in the shed, being entertained by the ladies match which went on for ever (well it seemed that long!) Chris was having trouble with his serves

but eventually got them going. Pauline Hill’s Top Guns were too good for Andrew Lane’s Bad Boys winning 5-34 to 1-14. The birthday boy Adam and Joy Ryan were kind enough to let Andrew and Kerry Williams win a game so they could leave their daks up, while Pauline and Jordan Taylor also had a win over Wally Treverton and Tanya Greenshields. Laney and Tanya got fired up having a great 5-3 win over Adam and Pauline, which is nearly unheard of! But ooh aah what can we say about Jordan and Joy’s dakdropper win over Wally and Kerry? Well absolutely nothing would be best. The final twi sets were 5-3s but the Guns got them. Andrew and Wally could be heard cackling at the other end of the courts, mainly laughing at each other and their lack of communication. The final Div 1 match saw Darren Scholz’s Lethal Weapons have a win 4-25 to 2-24 over Paul McBride’s unlucky Fugitives. Fugitives Lisa Redpath starred in their two winning sets, one each with Dustin Guthberg and the other with Tania Allen. But her record was spoilt as Lisa and Paul came second in a tight 5-3 to Colin Mutton and Di Taylor, who is not as wrinkly as her teammates.Paul and Dustin lost a thrilling tie to Scholzy and Colin with some excellent rallies and vollies played. The grudge match between Tania and her mother Julia Hoskin saw the old girl take the honours, as expected, but Tania did take one set off her so she is getting better! Div 1 finals are: Top Guns v Die Hards, Ghostbusters v Lethal Weapons, Bad Boys v Rambos (new team), wooden spooners Fugitives v Terminators. Good luck to all teams and remember presentations and supper will be in the sports club afterwards.

Lower North Juniors

DIVISION 1: Hamley Bridge 4-26 d. Balaklava Green 2-24 Doubles Bell/C.Humphrys lost to Michael/Cmrlec 2-6 Raether/A.Humphrys d. VanKleef/White 6-4 Singles Tristan Bell d. Ben Michael 6-4 Claire Humphrys lost to Kate Cmrlec 0-6 Leon Raether d. Sam VanKleef 6-1 Amy Humphrys d. Tenneal White 6-3 Balaklava Silver 4-29 d. Balaklava Gold 2-17 Doubles H.Greenshields/Taylor d. Michael/Freebairn 6-4 M.Greenshields/Michael lost to Scholz/ Greenshields 2-6 Singles Hedley Greenshields lost to Callum Michael 3-6 Jordan Taylor d. Brett Freebairn 6-0 Marni Greenshields d. Zac Scholz 6-0 Jake Michael d. Natasha Greenshields 6-1 Owen 6-36 d. Balaklava White 0-8 Doubles Robinson/Fry d. D.Michael/T.Michael 6-0 McBride/Pratt d. Williams/Freebairn 6-3 Singles Kieren Robinson d. Dillon Michael 6-0 Charles Fry d. Tate Michael 6-2 Jason McBride d. Ashleigh Williams 6-2 Jared Pratt d. Gemma Freebairn 6-1 Long Plains 3-26 d. Mallala White 3-24 Doubles N.Curnow/Sharer d. D.Howard/Jenkin 6-0 R.Curnow/Daniel lost to C.Howard/Parsons 3-6 Singles Nick Curnow lost to Douglas Howard 4-6 Corey Sharer d. Mark Jenkin 6-1 Riley Curnow d. Clare Howard 6-5 Amy Daniel lost to Edward Parsons 1-6 DIVISION 2: Balaklava Green 3-27 d. Owen 3-26 Doubles Lane/Selleck lost to Lloyd/Parker 5-6 Michael/Lamond d. Harkness/Heaslip 6-1 Singles Tom Lane lost to Ryan Lloyd 4-6 Kristy Selleck lost to Sophie Parker 0-6 Toby Michael

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d. Jake Harkness 6-5 Tyson Lamond d. Jessica Heaslip 6-2 Two Wells 1 6-36 d. Long Plains 0-10 Doubles Humphrys/Gameau d. McArdle/H.Hosking 6-2 Tapscott/Musolino d. Daniel/M.Hosking 6-1 Singles Jamie Humphrys d. Hannah McArdle 6-5 James Gameau d. Harry osking 6-1 Angus Tapscott d. Jessica Daniel 6-0 Caitlin Musolino d. Mary Hosking 6-1 Hamley Bridge 5-33 d. Mallala 1-16 Doubles McCabe/Sellars d. J.Furst/G.Furst 6-2 M.Langtry/ Powell d. Howard/Strudwicke 6-3 Singles Jessica Sellars d. Jackson Furst 6-1 Mia Langtry d. Georgia Furst 6-2 Bethany Packer lost to Alex Howard 3-6 Tyler Powell d. Lachlan Strudwicke 6-2 Balaklava Gold 4-33 d. Two Wells 2 2-19 Doubles Seminutin/Scholz d. T.Briscoe/Eastman 6-1 Renshaw/West d. M.Briscoe/Baker 6-1 Singles Mitchell Seminutin d. Tarsha Briscoe 6-1 Todd Scholz lost to Natisha Eastman 5-6 Syjourn Renshaw lost to Macey Briscoe 4-6 Billy West d. Monica Baker 6-4 DIVISION 3: Balaklava Green 4-28 d. Mallala 2-19 Doubles Clifford/Woodroofe d. May/Cocks 6-1 Lane/C.Lamond d. Bakker/Matters 6-1 Singles Aaron Clifford d. Matt May 6-0 Tommy Woodroofe d. Brayden Cocks 6-5 Emma Lane lost to Gabrielle Bakker 4-6 Chloe Lamond lost to Kimberly Matters 0-6 Two Wells 2 6-36 d. Balaklava Gold 0-9 Doubles C.Foubister/Tapscott d. Freebairn/Allen 6-3 J.Foubister/Boyd d. A.Tapscott/Lane 6-2 Singles Chelsea Foubister d. Matthew Freebairn 6-2 Jack Tapscott d. Lori Allen 6-1 Jake Foubister d. Airlie Tapscott 6-1 Kobe Boyd d. Tori Lane 6-0 Hamley Bridge 3-26 d. Two Wells 1 3-20 Doubles Loffler/Sellars lost to Lawson/Dart 4-6 N.Langtry/Watson lost to Chua/L.Turner 4-6 Singles Hannah Langtry d. Cassandra Lawson 6-0 Kimberley Sellars lost to Zoe Dart 0-6 Nadia Langtry d. Martina Chua 6-1 Amber Watson d. Jenny Turner 6-1 Owen 4-29 d. Long Plains 2-22 Doubles Burman/Lloyd d. Barr/C.Gameau 6-2 J.Heaslip/M. Heaslip lost to Waddell/T.Gameau 0-6 Singles Lisa Burman d. Angie Barr 6-0 Kaitlyn Lloyd d. Cecily Gameau 6-3 Jack Heaslip lost to Tom Gameau 5-6 Max Heaslip d. Matthew Waddell 6-5 Division 1 Points % Owen 26 92.31 Mallala Black 22 70.83 Balaklava Silver 15 60.29 Balaklava White 14 44.87 Balaklava Gold 11 46.15 Balaklava Green 9 41.18 Mallala White 7 36.49 Long Plains 5 36.11 Hamley Bridge 3 17.65 Division 2 Points % Two Wells 1 21 67.11 Balaklava Gold 20 62.50 Owen 20 60.98 Hamley Bridge 19 59.76 Balaklava Green 17 51.19 Long Plains 7 34.52 Mallala 5 35.71 Two Wells 2 3 30.00 Semi-finals at Balaklava next Saturday (17/3/12) Division 1. Owen v Balaklava White; Mallala Black v Balaklava Silver. Division 2. Two Wells 1 v Hamley Bridge; Balaklava Gold v Owen.

Two Wells Tennis Club held its season presentation on Saturday March 10, with a family barbeque and serving competition making for a fun day for all. After being on the brink of closure just 18 months ago, the club is crossing its fingers the Division 2, Team 1 will rise above its opponents this week and secure a berth in the association grand final on March 24. Medallions were presented to all team members taking part in competitive Saturday tennis, with Chelsea Foubister being awarded this year’s Diane Meaney Award for commitment to the game, skill, contribution to the club and positive sportsperson-ship throughout the season. Chelsea also had the best average for the year for Division 3, Team 2. Other junior players to receive trophies for best average for the 2011/12 season were Zoe Dart in Division 3, Team 1; Tarsha Briscoe in Division 2, Team 2; and James Gameau in Division 2, Team 1. Certificates and club hats were also presented to all children who had participated in weekly coaching sessions with coach Brian Lloyd. Before the presentation, the club also held its Annual General Meeting, with outgoing president, Lynette Seccafien, replaced by Allan Briscoe, and Tiffany Lawson taking up the treasurer/secretary roles. Marie Tapscott will continue as junior coordinator for the club.

Kerry Williams serves at Balaklava Night Tennis last week.

Mid North Tennis Association Premiership Table - 2011 / 2012 Season

Seniors A Grade M W L F Pts For Ag % Young Guns 17 12 3 0 41 1816 1279 58.68 Clare Masters 17 11 3 0 40 1669 1268 56.83 Blyth 17 12 4 0 40 1787 1517 54.09 Hilltown 17 9 7 0 34 1788 1485 54.63 Balaklava 17 8 7 1 31 1532 1550 49.71 Saddleworth 17 6 9 0 29 1425 1661 46.18 Long Plains 17 2 14 0 19 1203 1866 39.20 Dalkey 17 2 13 1 19 1203 1866 39.20 B Grade M W L F Pts For Ag % Mintaro 15 12 2 0 38 1534 1034 59.74 Auburn 15 10 3 0 35 1515 1044 59.20 Riverton 15 10 2 2 32 1423 1208 54.09 Blyth 15 8 5 0 31 1307 1260 50.92 Watervale 15 7 6 0 29 1291 1243 50.95 Clare Aces 14 4 6 1 22 954 1071 47.11 F/Flat & 7Hill 15 6 5 3 23 1134 1240 47.77 Hilltown 15 3 12 0 21 1409 1750 44.60 Clare Hot Shots 15 0 11 2 13 820 1547 34.64 Juniors Auburn Hilltown Blyth Crocs Clare Blue Clare Red Clare Yellow Blyth Alligators Clare White Clare Green Sevenhill

M W L F Pts For Ag % 14 10 3 0 35 752 583 56.33 14 10 4 0 34 79 527 60.26 14 8 4 0 32 687 580 54.22 14 9 5 0 32 740 667 52.59 14 7 5 0 30 717 656 52.22 14 8 6 0 30 805 696 53.63 14 7 6 0 29 689 639 51.88 14 4 9 0 23 549 765 41.78 14 3 10 0 21 555 801 40.93 14 0 14 0 14 480 859 35.85

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Boys make Adelaide Plains league proud Game 1 versus Murray Bridge 54-4 win to APBA Starting nerves were on show early, but it didn’t take long for the team to find their rhythm. Connor Lane took pity on MB and scored 2 points for them, which made him 1 of their top goal scorers...Well done Connor! Sam Carslake showed great skill and leadership in creating chaos with Samuel Michael. Great work! Game 2 versus Jamestown 61-24 win to APBA It was great to see Connor put points on our score board this game. Everyone seemed to put the pedal to the metal from the get go. Ayden Lawless and his ultimate wingman Sean Speissegger started in a one sided affair, which lifted everyone else, creating a sixth gear to the teams dynamics. Game 3 versus Keith 39-36 win to APBA This was our do or die match up against a well rounded Keith team, our first real test for the carnival. A game won and lost in the rebounding department saw Dawson Page and Connor Lane play big roles. A talented backcourt of Tyler Moulds, Sean Speissegger and Samuel Carslake saw the score board continue till over. The game came down to the wire, 5 down with 30 seconds to go, bough out the never die attitude. Sean Speissegger scored a handy 2 closing the margin to 3. Samuel Carslake scored with contact, the margin 1 with a chance to tie at the free throw line and 8 seconds on the clock. A missed free

Back row from left: Scott Davey (Trainer), Michael Clifford (Coach), Samuel Carslake, Dawson Page, Connor Lane, Samuel Michael, Aynara Lawless (Manager). Front row from left: Bradley Davey, William Dixon, Sean Speissegger, Ayden Lawless, Tyler Moulds.

and 3 on the clock saw Dawson Page rebound and basket with 1.5 on the clock and ticking down we saw our way to another win and Dawson a team hero. Game 4 versus Naracoorte 37-36 win to APBA Now full of confidence the boys played a speedy Naracoorte side looking to ruin the run of the APBA boys. Bradley Davey and William Dixon

Night Tennis Hot Shots

got tagging rolls on their best players, with both working extremely hard to shut them down. With 2 seconds of play left APBA down 1 saw all eyes on the bench after a jump ball was scored, the arrow in favour of APBA. Samuel Michael took it upon himself to take rebounding duties. With a quick look through the playbook, he found the right page, Dawson Page!

Joylene Hoskins (Runner Up Division Two) of Snowtown following through after hitting as Lynne Sutton of Balaklava watching as her ball is about to roquet her opponent’s ball. INSET: Graham Clarke of Brinkworth setting up a croquet shot.

Croquet Clare Tournament

Clare Weather was an absolutely perfect 23 degrees for the Singles Croquet Tournament held on March 5th. Players from Port Pirie, Balaklava, Snowtown, Brinkworth, Crystal Brook and Port Wakefield as well as some of Clare’s members enjoyed playing on modified courts. These courts are vastly different from the normal full size courts but enable more people to play at one time. Morning and afternoon tea were provided with a vast array of home made goodies enjoyed by all. The Winner of Division One was Wilma Hendry of Crystal Brook with the runner up being Erica Young also of Crystal Brook. Both chose a bottle of Knappstein’s wine from a varied selection of prizes. Division Two Winner was Sandra Arbon of Port Pirie with Joylene Hoskins of Snowtown runner up. The Clare Croquet Club again thanks Knappstein’s Wines for the donation of wine for prizes which were a popular choice by the winners as from 8 possible prizes, three of the winners chose the wine.

Northern YP

NYP results from March 7. At Moonta: Snowtown 32 (G Schupelius 12, Freebairn 7, P Schupelius 7, Hoskin 6) d Moonta Brown 24 (Hatcher 6, Elverd 5, Trenwith 7, Bagshaw 6). Wallaroo White 13 (Hendy 3, Learmonth 4, Skinner 3, Fuss 3) d Pt Wakefield 9 (McWaters 0, Lipsett 3, Algie 4, Simpson 2). Balaklava 27 (Sutton 7, Hilzinger 4, D Williams7, N Williams 9) d Kadina White 19 (D Virgin 7, Jen Lydeamore 4, B Virgin 5, Daddow 3). At Kadina: Wallaroo Blue 25 (M Walker 7, R Walker 3, Kennett 9, Miller 6) d Kadina Blue 22 (John Lydeamore 8, Rodstedt 7, Roach 3, Marshall 4).

Golf n Balaklava Night Tennis action from last Thursday night, from top: Adam Pratt; Joy Ryan; Wally Treverton and Tanya Greenshields; Andrew Lane.

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A quick turn around jump shot from mid range banked home on the buzzer for a 1 point win. Dawson a hero for the second time in one day! Everyone, the coach, players, supporters and the rest of the stadium were on their feet witnessing a shot only dreams are made of! Game 5 (knock out first final) versus Keith 54-10 win to APBA An early

morning start with a trek to PAS stadium, saw the APBA boys take on the Keith team. A scrappy start was over come and the score board brought a smile to the face of everyone involved. A 4th quarter blitz set the tone for what we new would be a big grand final against Naracoorte. Game 6 (Grand Final) 36-33 loss A one o’clock block buster, left nothing for the imagination as APBA and Naracoorte went head to head. A tight game all the way with the score line constantly changing saw a disappointing end to our winning streak through out the carnival with APBA unable to hold on going down by 3 at the final buzzer. Although being placed runners up is by no means a disappointment, we trained 3 times with 1 scratch match as a lead up to the carnival, and going hard with a team that had trained for over 5 months together says it all… you all did extremely well! A weekend in which everyone could be proud of, with everyone standing out at some point through out the course of the weekend. Even though we went down by 3 in the end, these boys played like a team of champions from start to finish, all 240 minutes of basketball. I would like to say a special thank you to all the parents, for trekking to the other side of planet X, Morphett Vale is a long way to travel. Well done boys you should all be very proud, I know I am! Coach Cliffo

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Last Saturday’s Stableford comp. and the associated promise of true greatness, for whomever could take out the 2-week

Michaels Trophy played from the white tees, drew no less than 34 players to the rain-blessed greensward. The A Grade field was felled by the effective flailings of fearless Jimmie Breuer (43 points), while Callum “Caution to the Wind” Michael (41) accounted for Mighty Merv. Hameister on a count back. Those whose aspirations were therefore, merely pie in the air, were: T. Michael (39), M. Loy (39), W. Nagle (35), I. Michael (35), Ben Michael (35), W. Goudie (34), W. Berry (33), D. Hannaford (27) and D. Taylor (24). Scott Michael’s left hand blew a conrod through the palm, resulting in a DNF. From the great big B Grade mob emerged a beaming, if laconic Lachlan Hart with 52 points do you mind. In protest, Graham “Emu” Ackland refused to score any more than 45 points, to add some gravitas to the status of 2nd placing, while big, busy, bustling, bucolic Barrie Michael lumbered in to 3rd. with 43. Left to languish were D. Trickett (41), P. Sellar (40), G. Sonntag (39), B. Thompson (38), A. Henstridge (37), J. Michael (35), D. Addison (35), Joan Anderson (34), Bev. Hannaford (24) and Louise Michael (23). Despite our desperate warnings of impending doom, the C Graders foolishly took their eyes of the ever-more threatening Peter Freidrichs (43), although Michael Smith (42) seemed to have a clue as to what was really going on. Martin Bell (39) sailed home into 3rd. spot. Left to look back in anguish were Tania Matz (35), M. Hahesy (33), M. Keast (32), Chris Hahesy (31) and Moya Hayes (30). Johnathon Price (96) and Craig Nicholson (a few more) both played fo a handicap. Wayne Nagle bagged a Birdie at the 3rd., along with Tate Michael. Nearest The Pins were claimed by Austin Henstridge at the 3rd., Barrie Michael (8th), Lachlan Hart (10th), Peter Freidrichs (15th) and that Hart fella again at the 2nd. shot into the 17th.Golfer Of the Summer points were awarded, accordingly, to Lachlan Hart (6), Graham Ackland (5), Jim Breuer (4), Barrie Michael (3), Peter Freidrichs (2) and we who also played in vain, 1 per. This Saturday we stump up for the 2nd, final round of the Michaels Trophy, again off the white tees. Started Bill Lokan will cut the cards while David Rodgers will calm the confused at the 19th.

balaklava mid week

A group of 23 players took to the fairways on Wednesday March 7 with

Greg Sonntag winning the day with 53, Joan Anderson 49, Doug Taylor 48 CB, Scott Davey 48, John Curnow 47, Austin Henstridge 46 CB, John Michael 46, Mike Hahesy 45, Bill Goudie 44 CB, Dennis Goudie 44 CB, Jerry Toms 44, Merv Hameister 43 CB, Les Masson 43 CB, Barry Olsen 43, Rick Campbell 39 CB, Dene Newton 39 CB, Jim Brewer 39 CB, Barrie Thompson 39, Bill Redpath 37 CB, Dean Trickett 37, Moya Hayes 32 CB and Chris Hahesy 32. Birdies: DougTaylor holes 10 and 14, Bill Goudie hole 6, Merv Hameister holes 13 and 16 and Jim Brewer holes 7 and 13. NTP: Barry Olsen hole 3, Les Masson hole 8 and Doug Taylor hole 10.

Hamley Bridge

A field of 33 players competed in Thursdays Stabelford competition including 2 new members playing for handicaps. Quiet achiever Warren Isgar won the day with 44 pts from Wim Van Pelt 39 c/b George Dahlitz 39. Other players to do well were Ed Manning, Barry Causby 38 Ian Ferguson 37 Bob Charman 36 Ian Rohde, John Riley, Bob Hillier 35 Brian Cooper, Kieth Kluske, Bob Ahola 34 Shirley Noble, Errol Branson,Barry Schwartz, Roen Cameron,Anton Noack 33 non comp play Dennis Nation 42 and the rest not making the cut. Warren Isgar, Wim Van Pelt & Errol Branson all Birdied 11 while Bob Hillier Birdied 9 Nearest to the pins Ian Ferguson 4th Bob Hillier 9th. In a field of 24 members seasoned veteran Rex Mortimer won Saturdays Par competition with a credible +4 from John Mitchell C/B Wim Van Pelt +3 The Day was Highlighted By Bert Pearces wonderful Eagle on the Par 5 18th, Berts 2nd shot finishing 18 inches from the pin & then making the putt plus John Mitchell winning 2 of the 4 nearest to the pins. Other leading scores Steve Howe, Noel Stringer +2 Wayne White, Barry Schwartz +1 Bert Pearce, Roen Cameron square Anton Noack -1 Leigh Durdin, Roland Pawlak, Clem Tonkin -2 while the rest never made the cut, Eagles Bert Pearce 18th Birdies Clem Tonkin 4th Roland Pawlak 14th Leigh Durdin 18th John Mitchell 7th & 9th. Nearest to the pins John Mitchell 7th & 9th Roen Cameron 12th Roland Pawlak 14th

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Monday 26 March 2012 12.00 noon Lunch 1.00 pm Board meeting

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DISTRICT COUNCIL OF MALLALA NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CATEGORY 3 DEVELOPMENT Pursuant to Section 38 (5) of the Development Act, 1993 Notice is hereby given that an application comprising a CATEGORY 3 DEVELOPMENT has been lodged with the Council for development assessment. Details of the a p p l i c a t i o n a re a s follows:DEVELOPMENT NO: 312 / 52 / 2011 APPLICANT’S NAME: MH Huynh & K Nguyen N at u r e O f T h e D evelopment : H o r t i c u l t u r e incorporating 20 additional plastic covered green houses and 1 water storage dam SUBJECT LAND: Lot 1 Port Gawler Road, Two Wells, Hundred of Port Gawler, CT: 5410/199 ZONE: Horticulture Zone and Flood Hazard Zones 1 & 2 of the Gawler River Flood Plain Policy Area The application may be examined at the Offices of the Council located at 2a Wasleys Road, Mallala, or 69 Old Port Wakefield Road, Two Wells, during normal business hours and any person or body affected may make relevant rep re s e n t a t i o n s i n writing concerning this application to reach the Development & Compliance Coordinator at 2a Wasleys Road, Mallala not later than Friday March 29, 2012. Each person making a submission should indicate whether that person wishes to appear personally or be represented by another par ty before the Council Development A s s e s s m e n t Pa n e l in suppor t of that submission. Please note that, pursuant to Section 38 (8) of the Development Act, a copy of each representation received will be forwarded to the applicant for a written response. Signed: Ralph Semrau Planning Officer Date: March 15, 2012 THIS IS THE FIRST AND ONLY PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

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

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From March 1 until the end of Fire Danger Season April 30 (unless changed by CFS Chief Officer) Burning Permits may be issued for the purpose of General Broadacre Burning. The commencement date may be altered at the absolute discretion of Council's Fire Prevention Officer. Application for fire permits can be obtained from the Clare & Gilbert Valleys Council Offices or Council Web site at www.claregilbertvalleys.sa.gov.au. You will need to ensure you are familiar with the prescribed and local conditions to complete your application accurately. To ensure you have a Burning Permit when you want to burn please apply for the Burning Permit a minimum of 48 Hours before it is required by filling out the application form and faxing or presenting to the Council Office. Please be advised that a Burning Permit may be issued to the Permit Holder for a period of more than one day and all Permits must be validated by ringing the Clare Council Office on the morning of the intended burn. All conditions of the burning permit must be complied with to avoid penalty and routine inspections will be undertaken throughout the permit season. Please note: 1. A Council Permit Officer is empowered to refuse to issue a permit or cancel the validation of a permit at anytime. 2. Be aware that Council Fire Prevention Officers are empowered to issue Expiation Notices for the offence of not complying with Permit Conditions. 3. The Permit is not valid on a Day of Total Fire Ban. (CFS Fire Ban Hotline 1300 362 361). Clare & Gilbert Valleys Council is in the Mid North Fire Danger District. 4. Be aware in advance, and vigilant of any sudden changes in weather conditions that may affect the burn. 5. The permit must be in the Permit holders possession before the fire is lit. In some circumstances Permits may be faxed. Abbie Lillecrapp FIRE PREVENTION OFFICER

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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.

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Coffee Morning. Lutheran Church Hall. Short Terrace, Balaklava. 10am on March 20, 2012. Welcome to all men and women for fellowship.

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BALAKLAVA $349,000 • Kick back on the front deck of this beautifully presented 4 bedroom home. • 4 year old home on approx 5 acres • Spacious open plan living, 2 bathrooms & a study • Outdoor entertaining space & secure rear yard.

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BALAKLAVA - NEW $225,000 • Large 4 bedroom home with 2 living areas • Centrally located to suit family home or local business offices • Well-carpeted, A/c & heated • Lots of great features

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 BALAKLAVA/AVON $399,000 • Modern 4 bed brick veneer home that has a lot of outstanding features. • Ranch style with formal lounge, large open plan family living area/dining • Timber kitchen with great work area, cupboards & dishwasher. • BIR to 3/WIR & Ensuite to main • Large laundry, auto vac system & separate study. • Outside has large front & back lawn area, fenced and numerous shedding

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Unit 7, 1 Charles Street

Low maintenance 2 bedroom unit

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

• Under instruction from the mortgagee in possession • Excellent beach getaway & heaps of under cover entertaining area

• Semi modern kitchen • Good size bedrooms • Ideally located

Balaklava $199,000 38 Humphrey Street

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Wattle Ridge Estate Stage 2

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

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• Port Wakefield 4 br modern home 2 bath rooms $250 per week. • Hoyleton township modern home $165 per week. • Balaklava stone cottage, great location $220 per week

Under Contract • 19 Roberts Ave, Balaklava

Balaklava $149,000 15 Short Terrace

Balaklava

The right price, in the right position and it’s priced for a quick sale.

It’s a top block & there’s only one available.

• 3 bedroom stone cottage • Car garage • Good sized block • Basic bathroom & laundry areas

Balaklava $230,000 29 Walsh Street

$105,000

14 Christopher Street

• Magnificent block • High side of street • 25 metre frontage • 39.99 metre deep • Overlooks Christopher St at Moody Estate

Balaklava $149,000

20 Kelly Street

Friday March 23, 2012 on the property at 11am

This home consists of 3 main bedrooms with a kitchen eating area and a family lounge room. There is a functional bathroom, separate laundry and toilet area. The interior of the building has been fully painted throughout and has almost all of the floor coverings replaced as well. The large under cover area is a huge feature to this home giving a great entertaining area or storage for the boat and accessories. It’s a tremendous chance to get in at this seaside location only a short drive from the City Of Adelaide. It’s time to buy now.

3 bedroom stone cottage in an excellent position

Terms: Settlement 27/04/2012, Deposit 10% on the fall of the hammer.

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

Balaklava’s Number 1 name in Real Estate

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

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

Ideal investment or 1st home

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

RLA 150 881

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It’s the final countdown n Excellent weather greeted bowlers as they converged at various bowls venues to bring the 2011-2012 minor round to a close. As a number of scheduled matches had an impact on the final top four standings within each Division, competition was guaranteed to be in earnest for some of the sides.

Hamley Bridge grabs the double chance With the top four already confirmed in Division One, the only interest that remained was to see whether Hamley Bridge or Port Wakefield would finish second and secure the double chance. What was expected to be a close affair between these two sides turned out to be a one-sided match with Hamley Bridge comfortably defeating Port Wakefield with all rinks up. In other matches, Owen just held off a gallant Wasleys side, winning by two shots. N. Harkness (O) defeated Nicolai (W) by seven shots and T. Harkness (O) defeated Grady (W) by 12 shots. These combined margins covered Olive’s (W) 17 shot win over Parker (O). Mallala gained a win at Riverton’s expense defeating them by nine shots. Roberts (M) defeated Tucker (R) by one shot, Furst (M) accounted for Griffiths (R) by 19 shots while Clark (R) defeated Smith (M) by 11 shots. The final match saw Balaklava Gold easily account for its sister side Balaklava Green. Semi-finals set down for division one next weekend will see Port Wakefield play Riverton and Balaklava Gold meet Hamley Bridge. The second semi-final pits two of the heavyweights in Wooroora bowls – Balaklava Gold and Hamley Bridge. Balaklava Gold finished the season as minor premier having won 16 of its 20 matches, including nine of its last 10 matches. On the other hand, Hamley Bridge, after an indifferent start, has peeled off nine wins from its last 10 matches, also, to snatch the double chance with its last match of the minor round. So, how have the matches between these two sides gone during the season?

REPORT: By John Glistak, secretary

Balaklava Gold opened its season with a six shot win over Hamley Bridge despite having only one rink up. In the second match, scores were tied with Balaklava Gold gaining the match points courtesy of having two rinks up. Their most recent match saw Hamley Bridge take the honours by five shots with two rinks up. Given the closeness of these results and the fact that both sides have had identical runs in the latter half of the season, this semi-final is guaranteed to be another tight affair. Both sides have players with immense finals’ experience so it will be a matter as to which side can settle into their game quicker and then maintain pressure on their opposition throughout the rest of the match. As minor premier, Balaklava Gold will hold favouritism but when it comes to finals, Hamley Bridge can never be discounted. So which side will win? The first semi-final, the knockout final, will see Port Wakefield play Riverton. For much of the season, Port Wakefield has been at the top, or thereabouts, of the Division One competition. Riverton though, after a strong start to its season, has been somewhat inconsistent after the tragic death of one of its leading skippers mid season. The concern for Port Wakefield, however, is that Riverton has been the only side that has defeated it three times during the season by 13, 33 and 21 shots, respectively. Based on this information, Riverton should be favoured to bring Port Wakefield’s season to an end. n More Bowls page 22

Aussie Hoops Ends with a splash n How do you thank your coach for teaching you to play basketball? Soak him in water…that’s how! These youngsters had a ball at the windup of Aussie Hoops on the Balaklava oval last Friday night playing games with water balloons and drenching coach Andrew “Moo” Smith (above) instead of basketball practise. The members of the squad, who all received certificates, are pictured below with coaches, Moo Smith and Kane Thompson.

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