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n New season, new coach, new hope! Mallala’s Steve Lubcke looks animated as he coaches the Magpies to a first up win over United last Saturday. Balaklava notched another win against Virginia in the APFL’s first round grand final replay. GET ALL THE NEWS IN SPORT

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Virginia’s Belinda Evans, in action against Balaklava in A1 netball.

Council’s new chief Cate’s the top choice from 22 applicants Les Pearson reports: WAKEFIELD Regional Council has appointed Cate Atkinson as its new Chief Executive Officer.

She has an extensive background in local government circles, working in a huge array of roles at various councils, specialising in planning consultancy.

Mrs Atkinson was most recently em- NEWLY-appointed Wakefield Regional Council CEO, Cate Atkinson, visits the council chamber with mayor, James Maitland. ployed at the Local Government Association years in several departments, including ex(LGA) as intergovernmental relations general perience in strategic planning, environmental ... the thing with working in a council is you get manager. management, community consultation, major to have that connection with the community It was this broader exposure to statewide projects and governance. local issues she believed would come in handy “I’ve done a lot of work with the LGA in her role as council’s CEO. “I have the capacity to represent council Mrs Atkinson will become one of only and I loved working with the staff there and “About five years ago, I determined I had views with government departments and also three female council CEOs statewide. She CEOs – but the thing with working in a council the capacity and the determination to be a CEO learn and represent residents’views to council. was one of 22 applicants for the position. is you get to have that connection with the of a council, so that is why I started looking That’s really important, so council underBefore working with the LGA, Mrs Atkin- community,” she said.

OLOGY AT ITS BEST around,” Mrs Atkinson said. n CONTINUED PAGE 4 stands what the community is looking for.” son worked with Playford City Council for 12

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Movies, music in big week for kids Local Balaklava kids Lori, Alyssa, Cooper and Georgia gave some special attention to Pippa the kelpie, their favourite “red dog” to promote the outdoor screening of the great Aussie movie Red Dog in Snowtown, as part of local National Youth Week activities.

Wakefield Regional Council’s Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) organised events to celebrate National Youth Week which began last Friday and continues until Sunday.

On Saturday an Underage Rage will be held at Clare Valley’s Lifestyle Centre from 6pm.

Another Underage Rage will be held at the Balaklava Town Hall next Tuesday April 24

where primary school aged children can attend from 5.30pm to 7pm, and youths aged 12-17 can “rage” from 8-10.30pm.

On Saturday April 28, the movie “Red Dog” will be shown at an outdoor cinema on Snowtown Oval.

A barbecue will run from 6pm–7.30pm, at which time the movie will start. BYO rug or chair.

Admission is free for all events.

Youth Minister, Ian Hunter, believes National Youth Week is the perfect platform for young people to get involved in a huge range of events, and to have a say on issues they’re passionate about.

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sations and government agencies to help young people wanting to host events in their local communities,” Ian said.

CFS wants cadets

To coincide with National Youth Week, the Country Fire Service (CFS) is encouraging young people to join its cadet program and become part of an exciting and rewarding organisation.

Julie Olds, a volunteer at Balaklava CFS, encourages more local youth to jump on board.

“It’s a great way to learn, not only how to fight fires, but also how to work in a team, learn first aid, and also participate in a range of activities,” Julie said.

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PIPPA is something of a reluctant star as she takes it easy with (from left) cousins Lori, Alyssa, Cooper and Georgia Allen.

CFS has 12 cadets, who meet every fortnight on a Tuesday night. Several other local brigades also have cadet members.

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FUN to the MAX IT’S not every day you get to go flying around a race track at 200km/h in a Porsche but for Mallala resident, Max Angus, his dream became a reality on the weekend.

MAX Angus gives the thumbs up after his 220km/h “hot lap” in the Porsche 911.

TOP RIGHT: Max thanks driver John Goodacre.

Max won a recent Plains Producer competition, scoring not only a hot lap at Mallala Motorsport Park but also a double pass to the Shannon’s Nationals, which were held on the weekend.

Max, 51, was thrilled when his name was picked out of the draw, having correctly answered the question, “what cars will take part in the endurance race on Saturday evening?” The correct answer was Porsche.

“When I found out I was extremely excited, I’ve lived here all my life and go to the track most weekends with my kids and grandkids,” Max said.

His passion for motor racing and the Mallala Motorsport Park stems back many years, when he used to work at the track selling ice creams.

“When I found out would be involved in the hot lap, I tried to work out how I could get a pair of pants over six pairs of undies,” he laughed.

After completing the adrenalinpumping lap last Friday afternoon, Max couldn’t wipe the grin from his face.

“The hot lap was absolutely wild, awesome to say the least. I could do it again and again as a passenger any day of the week,” he beamed.

“The drive was in a Porsche 911,

Our ‘bucket list’ A LIST of regional projects and issues for the Yorke and Mid North area is to be prioritised by community leaders in coming months following the recent Annual Priority Review Forum at Port Pirie.

The alliance of the Central Region of Councils, the Northern and Yorke Natural Resource Management Board (NYNRM) and Regional Development Australia Yorke and Mid North (RDAYMN)jointly hosted the forum, opened by Local Government Minister, Russell Wortley.

About 80 local leaders from across the region heard from State government agencies about progress of priorities listed in the regional planning strategy, the strategic infrastructure plan and the South Australian Strategic Plan.

The priorities will be compiled in order of importance by the chief executive officers of the three groups in the alliance.

Chairman of the Central Region of Councils, (CLGR), Mayor James Maitland, said the forum built on the inaugural event held last year in Clare, but tried to emphasise a far greater focus on implementation.

“Last year we tested the concept of holding one major annual review of regional priorities where State government agencies could come and let us know what they were working on”, Mr Maitland said.

Regions to identify priorities Les Pearson reports:

“This year we hoped to build on that momentum and really start focussing attention on how the various plans and strategies are actually being implemented on the ground.”

Michael O’Neil, from the South Australian Centre of Economics, provided an update on the current state of the district and the future directions it may take.

CLGR executive officer, Anita Crisp, discussed population growth to 2020 in the various council areas and potential infrastructure demands as a result.

Mr Maitland said Balaklava is a town with projected population growth but was in a fortunate position, given it has most of the

driven by South Aussie John Goodacre, with the speedo climbing to about 220km/h down the banana straight, before having to negotiate the corners, some at 130km/h.

“The acceleration through and out of the corners was totally amazing but the impact

of braking from top speed at the end of the straight, then going into the northern hairpin corner was unreal.”

While still catching his breath, he expressed his appreciation for the experience.

“A big thank you to the Plains Producer for making this all possible,” Max said.

“I can say I returned home wearing my original pair of jocks,” he quipped.

Max was one of many in a big turnout on the weekend who came to watch the Shannon’s Nationals for an action-packed day.

Max thoroughly enjoyed the event.

“Thanks also to everyone involved from Shannon’s, Porsche public relations and Mallala Motorsport Park.”

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infrastructure to accommodate such growth, although water supply remained an issue.

The 100 people in attendance at the forum also heard several other presentations and updates from a number of other government departments.

Mr Maitland said the concept of drawing these departments to one central meeting with local government representatives is paying off.

“I was very pleased to see the public servants who came stay to the end, so not only were they telling us what they’ve been up to but also listening to what we’ve got to say,” he said.

“The forum format is really being picked up and looked at, at a local government level, as a worthwhile exercise.”

RDAYMN chair, Kay Matthias, also highlighted the opportunity for greater collaboration between regional partners and State government agencies as a positive.

“The concept of holding the review forum on an annual basis means that over time we should really start to see what progress has been made from year to year, where the barriers are and what new opportunities might be emerging,” Ms Matthias said.

The summary of priorities will be presented at the next forum, to be held on March 29 next year.

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Dig a time capsule to Redbanks THOUSANDS of local artefacts were unearthed during an archaeological dig at the former site of the Seven Stars Hotel at Redbanks, near Mallala.

Flinders University students, along with surveying students from O’Halloran Hill TAFE, took part in the expedition.

Mallala Museum secretary, Laura Parsons, said the dig uncovered plenty of historic material.

“I went out to the dig several times and they had found many hundreds if not thousands of fragments,” Laura said.

“Mainly of pottery but also parts of bricks and a lot of bottles.”

Each item was put in a bag and will be plotted, described, catalogued and kept and a GPS location is recorded for each fragment.

There were some more interesting finds.

“While I was there they found a belt buckle and had also found some toys,” Laura revealed.

Sadly, most items were not intact. The exact location of the hotel remains somewhat of a mystery.

“From all reports it seems the building itself was quite close to where the road is now MALLALA residents (from left) Edward Parsons, Gwenda Griffiths, Laura Parsons, Mick Morrison and and may in fact have been Heather Burke check out the site. BELOW RIGHT: Dr Mick Morrison with remains of an old brick.– under the existing main road,” PICTURES: Lisa Redpath.

Laura said.

Regardless, the building material found at the site appeared to have strong local connections.

“I took one of the students to visit the site of the old brick kiln along the River Light on Wasleys road,” Laura said. ”We took a couple of bricks back and compared them with the bricks found on site and they were very similar.”

The students have more planning ahead of them.

“When they get back to their base they will determine the best location for any further under surface excavation,” Laura said.

“This visit was only to look at the surface.

“It has also been a training exercise for the students.”

School lunch loss blamed as Owen store closes OWEN’S only store is to close, causing considerable inconvenience to local rersidents.

A sign posted in the window of the store last Wednesday revealed the owners, Rowan and Kylie Sheridan, would shut its doors at the end of the month.

It will be a loss to the local community but they believe the closure was inevitable.

After purchasing the business about three years ago, Rowan said things were going really well until it lost the Owen Primary School lunch contracts early last year.

“We did tell the town it would be

the end of us and now it has come to this,” Rowan said.

Since losing the lunches contract, the business began to lose money and despite continued borrowing for cash injection, things never picked up again.

It finally got to the stage where a decision had to be made.

“I just said to my wife we can’t do it anymore,” Rowan said.

“Even if we didn’t close it, it was only a matter of time before the bank came over and said ‘you’re out of here.”

Kylie was aggrieved to be closing the store but felt matters out

‘Watch for hotspots’ after Marrabel fire

A FIRE in the Light Ranges got perilously close to the Marrabel township on Monday.

The CFS released warnings the fire, which was burning about three kilometres north west of the town near Vingo road, was a potential threat to the community.

It eventually exited the ranges on the western side near, Coghill and Greenhills road.

Later in the afternoon, the CFS downgraded the safety risk for nearby residents as it crews got it under control.

CFS reports encouraged locals to remain vigilant. “(Nearby residents) should check your property for any fires and embers - particularly in roof spaces, under decks, raised floors and in gutters,” the statement said. “You should take care in the fire area over the next few days.”

LEWISTON A JET-SKI on a trailer, which was hooked to a vehicle, was removed from the vehicle and stolen from the front yard of a property on Dawkins Road, Lewiston on April 9.

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of their control contributed to its demise.

“We didn’t lose the business ourselves, its been taken from us,” she said.

“We fought hard to keep it going.”

She expressed particular dismay for the older residents in the Owen community, who were regular customers.

“I feel really bad for the elderly, I just feel terrible,” Kylie said.

The couple has advised the community of their decision with a sign in the front window of the store.

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CRIME STOPPERS 1800 333 000 n CALL 131 444 outside business hours or 000 in an emergency DUBLIN BETWEEN April 11 and 12, a vehicle was stolen with about $10,000 worth of tools from a property on Seventh street, Dublin. The vehicle was later found burnt out on Avon Road, Dublin.

PORT WAKEFIELD ON Wednesday, April 10, Port Wakefield and Balaklava Police arrested a 23-year-old man for allegedly breaching a condition of his bail agreement.

He was refused bail and will appear at Kadina Magistrates Court on a later date.

BALAKLAVA ON Wednesday, April 10, Balaklava Police reported a 21-year-old man for allegedly driving while unlicensed. He will receive a summons to appear at Clare Magistrates Court on a later date.

the business was in, the efforts they put in to keep it open and the reasons why the decision was made.

The couple put the business up for sale but was later informed

by Wakefield Regional Council the building could not be sold separately to the house as both the residence and the business premises share the same kitchen.

Considering the couple had purchased the building and business in its current state, Kylie said: “I’m going to write a letter of complaint because it was sold to us as it was, so I’m certainly taking this further,” she said.

Both were understandably sad to be closing their business but would remain in the district with their children settled at Horizon Christian School.

At the close of the letter in the shop’s front window, Kylie expresses her appreciation of the community and its support.

“I would like to thank everyone who has supported us over the last three years and I apologise for any inconvenience closing the shop may cause,” she wrote.

“It’s been a pleasure getting to know the residents of Owen.”

Council appoints new CEO

•FROM PAGE 1 “It’s working closely with the local community that I miss at the moment and what I want to get back to doing.”

Mayor, James Maitland, who was on the selection panel with deputy mayor, Darryl Ottens, and Southern ward councillor, Rodney Reid, said her wide knowledge base stood out.

“Her broad range of experience from Playford council and into to the Local Government Association was big factor,” Mr Maitland said.

“I’ve known Cate ever since she landed at the LGA, and the contacts she would bring with her would also be of benefit.

“She has extensive skills and leadership, a great approach, and we look forward to working with her over the coming years.”

Mr Sheridan also sung the praises of Mrs Atkinson.

“Cate’s understanding of modern local government is fairly exceptional

and how to link with the state’s strategic plan and the seven key focus areas from the Premier,” he said.

“Her general management and planning background fits well within the organisation and her people management skills are excellent.

“Her skill set needed to manage the staff here is really quite complementary.”

Based in Lyndoch with husband, Richard, a consulting engineer, and two teenage sons, Mrs Atkinson said the family will remain living in the Barossa but was eager to meet and work with the communities in Wakefield Regional Council.

“It doesn’t matter where I sleep, the issue is how visible I am to the community and how closely I work it,” she said.

“Whether I drive an hour home or only 10 minutes, to me, it isn’t important.”

Mrs Atkinson will take over from acting CEO, Geoff Sheridan, on June 4.

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It’s autumn, but many people have been having a “spring clean” of their cupboards and rooms.

And some have been surprised at what they’ve found in their drawers!

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One such person is Mallala’s Rose Jenkin, who found a trophy in hers.

Well, to be truthful, Rose didn’t find the trophy in her drawers, but in a cupboard at Mallala Hospital.

But the origin of the trophy is unknown, so we are asking for your help. The trophy (pictured) says “Battle of the British - “Mallala vs Balaklava.”

So readers, if you know for whom, when, how, why or what this trophy was, can you please let me know?

And if you’d like to share any other weird and wonderful things found in your drawers, also let me know!

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Caring campers

Members of the Plains Community Churches enjoyed their third annual camp at Port Broughton recently. Campers from Owen, Hamley Bridge and Windsor were joined by other from Mallala, Two Wells and Port Pirie.

The theme for the weekend was “Caring”. Members were treated to a visit to the local Heritage Centre, dinner at the local hotel, and lots of friendly discussions.

THE other week I mentioned a trivial thing I found really annoying, and here’s another: Have you received the latest phone books? Do the White and Yellow Pages people think we will wear magnifying glasses on top of glasses to actually read the print?

Well, doh, YES! On page 3 of the new book we are offered a “free magnifying aid” to help with finding information. Truly!

They produce it, then admit the type is too small. Go figure.

Obviously they really just want us to go online (preferably through Bigpond) and Google phone numbers.

Eventually, when no-one wants a book because it’s been made the size of a diary, Telstra will argue, that as no-one uses the books anymore, they’ll save us money by not printing the books at all. We know what

they’re up to. And while on a rant – and nothing against the people who have appeared on the front cover – I have to ask, when are we again going to see someone from our region on the front page?

Each year the publishers issue a statement, usually to media outlets, asking for nominations. Or you can (try to) read how to nominate someone on Page 3 this issue. Blyth Cinema featured some time ago. Who can we suggest for next year?

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It’s ‘Artrageous’

Move over Mike and Mal Leyland, it’s “Max and Mal’s Artrageous Affair” showing daily at Kapunda Gallery.

Two accomplished Kapunda Artists, Maxine Donald and Malcolm Craig have combined their artworks for a dispay running from April 15 to May 20.

Mal’s works are primarily pastels with some acrylic and 3D wire sculptures, while Maxine’s are primarily watercolours and pencil, but also with some acrylics. Well worth the visit. Admission is free.

DOUBLE DOUBLE TAKE WE’VE got more (and more) look-alikes! Keep them coming. Here’s Balaklava’s Dave Rodgers and Steve the Pirate from the movie Dodgeball.

Watch out, there’ll be more popping up and you just never know if you might feature.

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Two Wells A Blue Light Disco will be held at the Two Wells Community Centre on April 27 from 7-9.30pm.

Children aged 8-17 are invited to attend. Cost is $5.

Dave Rodgers ... and Steve the Pirate.

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Balaklava

Walking group

A new Heart Foundation walking group called “Balaklava Walkers” is starting on May 1.

The group will leave from the Balaklava Hospital Carpark at 9am, and will meet every Tuesday after that.

The group is looking for a bit more of a trendy name, and seeing who are the organisers, maybe the “Walkie Talkies” would be appropriate?

Contact Marie Heaslip, Helen Barry or Kathryn Mahony for details.

Riverton Riverton’s Community Library held a “Board Games for All Ages” day last week, followed by a Teddy Bears’ Picnic.

What a novel holiday event!

• NAB Auskick starts at Riverton Oval on Friday, April 27, when footy should really start! Training starts at 4pm and the program is for kids aged 4-8 years.

• The golf club is holding its winter opening with a mixed ambrose on Saturday April 21 from noon. And the lady golfers are playing their first nine holes today (April 18) at 10am. But there’s a catch - the ladies can only use three sticks, which could prove tricky.

Everyone welcome to attend either event and bring a friend or two.

Gilbert Valley RSMU Football Club is holding its players auction after the first home game on Saturday, April 28.

Auction “lots” will be on display in the clubrooms from this week.

The auction will include netballers who, this season, are very lucky to play on their nice new blue netball courts, which were resurfaced over summer!

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Academy boosts youth work skills Local businesses support innovation A partnership formed between five local employers, along with TAFE SA Regional and facilitated by Barossa Lower North Futures, (BLNF) has resulted in the formation of a Mid North Engineering Academy.

The initial business partners in the academy are Balco Austtralia (Balaklava), Primo Smallgoods (Port Wakefield), Taylors Wines (Auburn), Kelly Engineering (Booleroo Centre) and Ashmore Engineering (Farrell Flat).

The program is designed to equip high-achieving secondary students with the skills they need to become, not only excellent tradespersons, but managers and entrepreneurs within the local engineering and manufacturing industry.

BLNF project officer, David Hutchinson, said

the inaugural intake of six students involved students from Balaklava, Clare and Gladstone High Schools and Faith Lutheran College.

Mr Hutchinson said all six students had already undergone their first full week of skills training at Port Pirie TAFE campus, with course lecturers highly pleased with their progress.

Balaklava’s Cody Robertson is one of these.

The students will be trained, mentored and developed by local industry for employment in the local region.

The partners jointly devised all aspects of the program, which included the development of the selection criteria, conduct of the selection process and oversight of the program content.

The two-year program requires students to commit to staying at

school for the completion of their SACE, whilst at the same time taking part in an individually-tailored, case-managed program.

Technical skill development, mentoring, TAFE training and coordinated, specific work placements are incorporated into the program.

“This initiative heralds a new phase in having a much stronger local industry input into skills training,” said TAFE SA Regional Engineering program manager, Clive Thomson.

Partnership facilitator Barossa Lower North Futuress provided a link to the regional schools, both government and independent, and assisted with administrative arrangements Employers looking to know how they might become involved in any aspect of the academy are welcome to contact Barossa Lower North Futures on 0423783843.

ACADEMY students (from left) rear – Cody Robertson ( Balaklava HS) Aaron Linden ( Faith) Tim Woolford ( Gladstone HS). Front: Rhys Longbottom, Oliver Pearson and Daniel Sidler (all Clare HS)

LEST WE FORGET – DISTRICT ANZAC DAY SERVICES

ANZAC day services will be held across the region next Wednesday, April 25.

However, Snowtown will hold a service at 8 am on Saturday, April 21, in the RSL garden. The service will be conducted by Pastor (Fin) Klein, followed by tea and coffee in the clubrooms.

AUBURN – Dawn Service at 6.15am at the Memorial Gates, Centenary Park. Followed by a sausage sizzle at the RSL Hall.

Balaklava – A dawn service will be held at 6.30 am in the Triangle, Edith Terrace, with breakfast offered in the RSL clubrooms after the service. A gold coin donation is appreciated. Balaklava Lions club will assist members with the service.

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Blyth – A service at 10.30 am at the War Memorial, South Terrace, followed by morning tea at Padnaindi Park.

Brinkworth – A 6.15 am dawn service will be held at the RSL clubrooms, Main street. A free breakfast will follow with Anzac Day raffle. A gold coin donation is appreciated.

CLARE – Dawn Service at 6.30am at the War Memorial gates by oval. Morning tea at the RSL Hall in Burton Street Hamley Bridge – A 6.15 am dawn service at the Institute, Gilbert Street, with a breakfast available afterwards.

Mallala – 6.15am at the Mallala War Memorial followed by breakfast at Mallala RSL. MINTARO – Dawn service at 6.30am at the War Memorial followed by breakfast (gold coin donation) at the Institute Parham - 6.10am Pt Parham Sports and Social Club

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will hold a service followed by cooked breakfast at the club Port Wakefield – Service at 6 am at the Memorial Arch. Breakfast will be available afterwards in the Eagles Sport and Community Centre for $5 donation.

RIVERTON – March at 6.15am starting at Cnr of Torrens Road and masters Street to the Memorial at RSL House for the service at 6.30am. Followed by breakfast (gold coin donation) at the Community Hall Supper Room at 7.00am TARLEE – Morning Servie at 9.30am at the War Memorial. Followed by morning tea Two Wells - 6.20am at the Two Wells Memorial followed by cooked breakfast at the Two Wells RSL. WATERVALE – Afternoon service at 5.00pm at the War Memorial with Rev Roy Todd

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NEWS v District Accident assistance a complex business – but it works well ABOVE: In a demonstration where a container is recovered, an imported Peterbilt recovery tow-truck uses its 75-tonne crane to tip the truck and container upright again.

Truck crash?

Recovery is ‘in the bag’

ABOVE: Airbags inflated to about seven psi lift about 10 tonnes each, lifting the truck to its balance point before a tow truck does the rest.

BELOW: The truck then comes down onto other airbags, which deflate as the truck falls on top of them and eases it to the ground.

HAMLEY Bridge is looking for more happy campers by upgrading current camping grounds near the town’s oval.

Southern ward councillor, Barry Smith, has an action request form with council to tidy up some trees and upgrade power supply at the site.

It falls in line with a major project the town’s community and sports centre (HBCSC) is working on, with lighting, levelling, barbecue power and grassed areas all in the pipeline.

The total project cost outlined in the April WRC agenda is about $13,000.

It includes a cash contribution of almost $6000 from the HBCSC and $5000 from the WRC Sport and Recreation Facilities Program.

Cr Smith said the facility doesn’t get used during the cooler months as

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revealed the techniques used in varying situations, utilising specially designed tow trucks, valued at about $1 million each.

The first was a standard container recovery, the tow truck managing an array of cables from its crane to roll the truck back onto its wheels again in quick time and limited space.

Air bags were used in the second recovery on a trailer made from frail material, most commonly used when transporting foods and similar products.

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“We get quite a few recreational vehicles (RVs) coming up during the year so we want to make the area a bit more presentable,” he explained.

A new surface is proposed to counter the muddy problem currently preventing campers from using the space.

Cr Smith said at the moment, most tend to use the old basketball courts to set up camp.

He added a few aspects of the camping area upgrade, such as new lighting, are reliant on various funding applications, while smaller improvements, such as the tree removal request, are more likely to happen in the near future.

“Talking with (infrastructure services manager) David Hassett, he said he will try and fit them in where he can,” Cr Smith said.

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IF a loaded B-double or semitrailer were to topple over while on the road, getting it back on its wheels again becomes the number one issue for recovery crews.

It is a complex process, displayed by transport crash repair firm, Truckworks, at Virginia Speed City last week.

Insurance firm, NTI, hosted the event, one of five Accident Assist Live Roll Over Demonstrations across the country.

The demonstrations also included a discussion of thresholds, vehicle components, and load recovery.

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NEWS v District TOWN MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE already RAISING FUNDS:

Community bus plan for Snowtown Les Pearson reports:

Two Wells resident, Lorrain Jones (centre), fills in the public transport survey on Friday, watched by Member for Taylor, Leesa Vlahos (left) and Lewiston resident, Jodie Simons.

Survey response helps drive transport claims community survey, she said.

“It has been great to see such a positive response to community consultation,” Mrs Vlahos said.

“Seeing local people actively engaged in helping me fight for Taylor is one of the best parts of this job.”

Mrs Vlahos stressed the importance of the community participating in the push for public transport in the north, and

“But I’ve tried to make it clear to people that collecting this information is the first step, and without taking the first step, Local State Member of you can never take the second.”

Parliament, Leesa Vlahos, took Local resident, Lorrain Jones, her public transport survey to the lives in Two Wells, works in streets last week.

Sefton Park and has a child atMrs Vlahos, MP for Taylor, tending school in Gawler. launched a campaign in March Lorrain said she travelled vast to gauge local residents views, distances each day and some concerns and ideas about public form of public transport from transport in the north. and to the town was She held “listening necessary. posts” in Virginia and “I’d like to see Two Wells Two Wells last Thursday something at least to & Districts and Friday to personally Mawson Lakes,” she hear local views on the said.“And something issue and to encourage to Gawler would be people to fill in a transport nice as well, as I have survey if they had not a child still at school already done so. there. “I’m doing huge Around 2800 transport MAY 2012 Est 1978 trips (travelling) some surveys were mailed days.” to homes in the Port OUT AGAIN IN TWO WELLS STORES AND HOME Residents are enWakefield Road corridor, DELIVERED IN THE AREA FROM MAY 9 couraged to return including Virginia, Two Wells and Lewiston, and the urged all residents to complete completed surveys to Mrs Vlahos’ office as soon as possible process of collating the informa- and return their surveys.

“There will always be resi- to ensure all information and tion has now begun.

So far Mrs Vlahos’ office had dents who think these things are viewpoints can be included bereceived a return rate of about 15 a waste of time, or don’t achieve fore the results are presented to percent, which was a very en- anything, so they won’t return Minister for Transport Services, Chloe Fox. thusiastic response for a posted the survey,” she said.

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SNOWTOWN residents will soon have a new transport avenue when the town’s community management committee (CMC) purchases a community bus in coming weeks.

Snowtown CMC member, Bernie Keech, said the search for sponsorship support begun in February and so far, the CMC has raised $10,000 from the local community on the way to its $18,000 goal.

Mrs Keech sent a letter to Wakefield Regional Council (WRC) community development officer, David Woodroofe, listing the many uses for the proposed bus and requesting financial support from council.

“There is an obvious need for transport options for the youth and elderly people in the town and maybe other members of the community will benefit from this service,” Mrs Keech wrote.

“These benefits include supporting juniors with netball and football trainings at Blyth and other sports, such as tennis and bowls.”

Junior players are

transported between the towns through car pooling and while the 12-seater might not cater for everyone, it would help reduce the extra travel demands.

“It would be a start,” Mrs Keech said. “(It would also) support community organi-

Bernie Keech sations such as the Lions club; organising tips to events including concerts in Port Pirie or the movies at Blyth and taking elderly people to Adelaide for medical appointments,” her letter continued.

Other possibilities mentioned include transport to nearby towns for shopping, courtesy service for club and hotel patrons and trips for farmers on crop inspec-

tions and field days.

She said the town used to have a community bus service for many years, provided by Keith Welke but once the bus was no longer available, the service was lost.

Mrs Keech joined the CMC in November last year and along with chair, Mike Stone, the pair have worked at getting the community bus up and running.

“I told him if he finds the bus, I’ll find the money,” she said. “He found the bus.”

So far, the local sporting clubs have pledged their financial support behind the new service.

Local man, Craig Elix, has donated the use of his shed to store the vehicle, while Snowtown Auto Centre offered free maintenance for the bus.

Mrs Keech said community support had again been excellent and while ongoing costs were inevitable, she was confident support for the service would come.

WRC has a recommendation to allocate $1000 per year in the 2012/13 and 2013/14 budgets in support of the community bus.

It will vote on the recommendation at tonight’s monthly meeting.

Vintage, classic cars coming to Mallala Mallala Museum will host around 100 members of the Sporting Car Club this Sunday.

Vintage, veteran and classic cars will travel via Two Wells and will be displayed outside the Museum and in

adjoining streets from around 10am.

The Club will then move on to Mallala Motorsport Park for the remainder of the day. The museum is open every Sunday from 2pm to 4.30 pm. Group bookings by appointment.

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NEWS v District THREE GENERATIONS MAKE FIEGERT’S PIGGERY PROUD TO BE ...

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e’ve all said things like “Don’t eat like a pig” or “Your room looks like a pigsty” but really, is that fair on the pigs?

We know pigs smell, or rather stink, but they are actually very clean and highly intelligent and social animals.

As for their eating habits, well, they can be piggish, as they can eat as much as they like when they’re little.

But as they grow, their food ration is monitored so there’ s not any major blow-outs!

And regardless of the eating habits, did you know pigs never stop growing? That’s not a porky pie.

Pigs are animals within the Suidae family and are omnivores.

That means they eat both plants and animal material as their primary food source.

Pigs typically have large heads with long snouts. The snout is used to dig into soil to find food and is a very acute sense organ.

Now retired, Balaklava’s Des and Daph Fiegert, recall their first years as pig farmers, at their piggery east of Balaklava Originally from Murray Bridge/ Mannum area, Des and Daph moved to WA in 1967 to try their hand at wheat farming.

The following year saw them return to SA and move to Balaklava to start their pig farm with 10 Landrace X Large White sows.

Now to clarify, a sow is an adult female pig that has usually farrowed, or given birth to a litter, of piglets, or suckers.

A gilt or baconer sow, is like a pig teenager, and is unmated.

Back to the story, Des and Daph struggled to get their piggery up and running, initially seeking, unsuccessfully, bank finance to build a shed.

Des wasn’t discouraged and managed to purchase old bricks from the bowling club, at 10 cents each, to build a shed.

Des also recalls picking up 500 railway sleepers from Korunye to build a shed, and also handmixing concrete for his first big pig shed.

Daph’s job was to hit the pegs around the cement forming for the walls. It took three years, but they finally finished building their first big pig shed, which was a great achievement.

Des said “Daph was a very supportive and encouraging wife.”

Obviously they were, and still are, a good team.

Des sought advice on his new piggery from two prominent piggery farmers, neighbour Alan Aldenhoven, and Ron Lienert from Sheoak Log. Alan helped with genetics and Ron with feed, and Des was most grateful for this advice.

Des and Daph had three children, Michelle, Paul and Julie.

Eventually they grew up and the girls moved to Adelaide, but Paul stayed home on the farm.

The piggery grew and in the mid 1980s, Des became one of the first pig breeders in South Australia to build an eco-shelter - a dome shaped open-sided shed with a deep base of straw. Paul has three ecoshelters

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now. The straw keeps the piglets warm in winter or cool in summer, so it’s a very “green” environment for them!

Piglets (suckers) weigh around 1.5kg at birth.

until they are sold, usually about another month, they are known as baconers or finishers.

So in the space of 20 weeks, the pig goes from1.5kg to a whopping 100kg! Luckily humans don’t grow that fast.

Fiegert’s sows weigh 300-400 kg, while boars (adult male pigs) weigh 500kg – but they can grow bigger! Scary.

Back in Des’ initial farm days, it took 27 weeks to fatten pigs to the preferred 100kg sale weight, but he managed to reduce it to 23 weeks.

UP CLOSE with Louise Michael They stay in airconditioned farrowing, or birthing sheds in pens, feeding from their mothers until they are weaned at three weeks.

A batch of similar- aged weaners – that’s piglets aged from 3-10 weeks, are then moved to an ecoshelter. Before bringing the next batch of piglets in, the ecoshelter is cleaned out. This reduces disease.

At 10 weeks they are removed from the eco-shelter to another shed, and from 10 to 16 weeks, are known as porkers. From 16 weeks

Des used to hand mix his own pig feed with a mix of wheat, barley and peas.

Now they are fed specially made pellets, full of nutrients and vitamins suitable for a particular aged pig.

Des retired in 1999 and Paul and his wife Sue took over.

Since 1999, and with the help of improved feed and genetics, Paul has decreased the fattening time to 20 weeks.

Since the pig industry is all about production, the improvements have

also seen an increase in fertility and the number of piglets born in each litter.

Litters of 12-14 are ideal, but Fiegert’s farrowing rate has improved with litters of 16 seen regularly. Paul has seen a litter of 25 born once, but that is unusual.

Fiegert’s sows are impregnanted

by AI (artificial insemination), and this method is considered more reliable and contributes to a higher farrowing percentage.

Sows are pregnant for 115 days, and they have 2.5 pregnancies each year. Sows are generally kept for around five years, then sold, but it depends on their condition and breeding successes.

Pigs are generally kept in sheds as they can get sunburnt if left outside in the sun. They can die from heat stress or bad sunburn.

As pigs don’t sweat, and thus can’t control their body temperature, it is vital they are kept in a cool environment in summer. Other sheds without airconditioners have sprinklers, or foggers to keep the pigs cool.

Now back to how intelligent pigs are. Des relates how mother sows will go up to electric fences around paddocks to test them with their noses to see how strong the current is.

“Other sows have opened up gates and let pigs out into other paddocks,” des said.

Paul and Sue now have 400 sows and 3500 pigs in total.

Back in Des’ day, nearly every farmer had a few pigs, but now, even though there are the same number of pigs in Australia, there aren’t many pig farmers left.

These days, ‘serious’ pig farmers should really have a minimum of 200 sows to survive.

Paul and Sue have three sons, Matthew, and Jason, who both work on the farm, and Jon, who is in Year 10 at Balaklava High School. They have two other workers to help them, so Sue is happy she doesn’t have to do the heavy work now.

The pork market has had its ups and downs, as does any industry.

But with the promotion of pigs and/or pork in things like the movie “‘Babe”, or the television ads “Get some pork on your fork”, and the fact the world’s population is growing, the pork industry will be around for a long time.

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Still a cloud over vehicle emissions Improving, but a long way to go New cars will need a 10-fold improvement in carbon emissions by 2050 if transport is to play its part in meeting the Commonwealth government’s target of an 80 per cent reduction in emissions by 2050, according to the National Transport Commission (NTC).

The NTC is an independent body tasked by the Standing Council on Transport and Infrastructure to provide independent advice on transport regulatory and operational reforms.

The NTC undertakes these reforms across road, rail and intermodal transport to improve safety, productivity and environmental outcome NTC commissioner, Frank Muller, made the comments while launching the NTC’s Carbon Dioxide Emissions from New Australian Light

Globally, road transport is responsible for about 16 per cent of man-made CO2 emissions. It is a common misconception global warming is mainly caused by cars and trucks. It is important to understand there are other, larger, contributors and ALL sources of CO2 emission Vehicles 2011 at a “Cars of Tomorrow” conference last month “Industry, consumers and governments all have an important role to play in helping Australia reduce its emissions,” said Mr Muller.

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carbon emissions from new cars and light commercial vehicles could have been cut by over a third,” Mr Muller said.

The NTC’s report provides detailed up-todate information about carbon dioxide emissions from new cars and light commercial vehicles sold in Australia

during 2011.

“During 2011 there has been a 2.8 per cent improvement in carbon emitted from new vehicles, with a number of manufacturers working to make their vehicles greener,” Mr Muller said.

“There is a tremendous opportunity to

build on progress by continuing to look at ways to encourage Australians to make greener car choices.”

Other key findings from the report include: • In 2011, the national average carbon emissions from new passenger and light commercial vehicles was 206.6 g/km.

• While there were more green vehicles available for sale in 2011, these vehicles were not amongst the best selling vehicles.

• Using the government of Sweden’s definition of ‘green’ car (i.e. a vehicle that does not exceed 120 g/km), 0.8 per cent of total car sales in Australia were ‘green’ cars during 2011 (compared to 0.6 per cent in 2010).

The report is available on the NTC website: www.ntc.gov.au

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Figures track progress The National Transport Commission (NTC) sourced data from the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries, which underpins its report and presentation to the “Cars of Tomorrow” conference.

NTC has reported the carbon dioxide emissions of new cars and light commercial vehicles for the past three years to provide a transparent benchmark for how our vehicle emissions are tracking.

It found: 4 In 2011, the national average carbon emissions from new passenger and light commercial vehicles was 206.6 g/km. This is a 2.8 per cent reduction from 2010.

4 If Australians had purchased new vehicles with best-in-class emissions during 2011, the national average would be 128 g/km (38 per cent lower).

4 In Australia during 2011, new ve-

hicles brought by private buyers had the lowest average emissions (198 g/km), followed by new vehicles of business buyers (214 g/km) and then new vehicles of government buyers (217 g/km).

4 In 2011, 15 manufacturers sold 93 per cent of the new vehicles in Australia.

Of these manufacturers, Suzuki had the lowest average corporate emissions (161 g/km) and Nissan the highest average corporate emissions (226 g/km).

4 In 2011, the average emissions from Australian-made vehicles was 230 g/km. This is a 6.9 per cent reduction from 2010.

4 In 2010, Australia’s carbon emissions from new passenger vehicles were 46 per cent higher than in the European Union (205 g/km compared to 140 g/ km). There are a number of reasons for these differences (e.g. fuel prices and consumer preferences).

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Falcon’s ‘boost’ delivers power plus economy THE impressive new FG Falcon MkII with EcoBoost technology is one of several key new models Ford Australia is releasing this year.

The others include the new compact Ford Kuga SUV and stylish performance Focus ST hatch. The Ranger line-up is enhanced with the arrival of several exciting new variants.

More than three years in local development, EcoBoost in Falcon is the first global application of Ford’s turbo-charged 2.0-litre EcoBoost four cylinder engine in a rear-wheel drive vehicle.

“This technology provides Falcon customers with even more choice and complements our excellent in-line six cylinder engines,” said Ford Australia president and CEO, Bob Graziano.

EcoBoost technology will be available in the Falcon XT, G6 and G6E models and will offer an optimum balance between fuel efficiency and power. It delivers 179kW at 5500rpm, and 353Nm of torque at 2000rpm.

The new model’s fuel consumption figure paired with the standard sixspeed ZF automatic in the XT variant, Ford lists a return of 8.1 l/100km.

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The colour touch screen will be fitted as standard equipment on all Falcon sedan models except for the entry-level Falcon XT, where it is available as an option.

On Falcon ute it is standard equipment on XR6 and XR6 Turbo models, and offered as an option on the entrylevel XL model.

On high series G6E and G6E Turbo models, the 8.0-inch colour touch screen will also feature an integrated satellite navigation system with Traffic Message Channel (TMC)1 as standard equipment.

All audio systems – base, prestige and premium – have been upgraded with the inclusion of a new USB input facility to play MP3 audio files. In USB mode, the user can play and browse all MP3 files through the audio system.

The new MkII range improves upon Falcon’s existing first-class safety package even further, with the addition of side curtain airbags as standard equipment across the entire sedan range and head/thoraxprotecting side airbags as standard equipment across the ute line-up.

Rear parking sensors will also be fitted to all Falcon sedan models.

Three newly-converted dual controlled cars are now available to young people having difficulty getting a provisional drivers licence.

Youth Minister, Ian Hunter, said up to 42 places would be available on an ongoing basis for young people between the ages of 16 and 25 who lack the necessary support and resources to learn to drive.

Mr Hunter said the program would enable people to complete the 75 hours of supervised driving required for a provisional driver’s licence.

“Participants will be referred to the “Geared 2 Drive” scheme through Service to Youth Council programs, other agencies and promotional activities in schools and local communities,” he said.

“Referrals will be based on need, taking into account a participant’s lack of access to a driving supervisor, vehicle and funds to pay for private tuition.”

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special feature v YOUR WEDDING n Roger Hein, son of Steven and Bronwyn Hein of Balaklava and Kylie Blieschke, daughter of Brenton and Leonie Blieschke of Melrose, were married on Saturday, March 31, at Balaklava Lutheran Church.

Pictured (from left are) Criag Bleschke, Dora Bleschke, Shaun Northcott, Laura Hein, Kevin Marriott, Helane Bleschke, Thomas Forrest, Kate Waldon and Kylie and Roger Hein. Photo at the Rocks Reserve, by Fiona Tiller.

n Sophie Wandel married Scott Blacker in Port Lincoln on Easter Saturday. Sophie is the daughter of Denby and Graeme Wandel of Blyth and Scott son of Joe and Sandy Blacker, of Cummins. The newlyweds honeymooned at Palm Cove, Queensland and will live in Cummins. The bridal party (from left) are Lucy Pedler, Hayley Zweck, Hannah Wandel, Jess Wandel, Sophie Blacker, Scott Blacker, best man John Southern, Kieran Wauchope and Dave Carr.

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Bridal fair will make your wedding glow

The Gawler and Barossa Bridal Fair will be held this Sunday, April 22 at Gawler Racecourse between 10.30am and 4pm.

“This is the second year of the Bridal Fair and it has grown since last year, which was a great success” said Lori Smith. Lori is co-coordinating the Fair with Patricia Dent.

The Bridal Fair will have a range of exhibitors including Simply Elegant Wedding Designers, Stunningly Affordable Wedding Dresses, Cars of Class, Adelaide Brides and Bloom, and Helena Dawkins Civil Marriage Celebrant. “We also had a lot of brides who were happy to basically organise their weddings through this one stop shop” Patricia said.

“We urge all would-be brides to come along and enjoy the Gawler and Barossa Bridal Fair and experience the ease in accessing so many businesses that will cater for all their needs and budgets” Lori said. “Make your wedding glow”, added Patricia.

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NEWS v People

NEW ARRIVALS n Archer James Rundle was born on Sunday, January 1, at Gawler Hospital, weighing a healthy 8 pounds 6 ounces.

Archer is the first child of James and Kirstyn Rundle, of Balaklava. n Michelle and Jeremy Tiller

welcomed Taliesha Rose into their family on Wednesday, February 1. Taliesha was born at Clare Hospital, weighing exactly 7lb. She is a little sister for Gemma and Yasmine. Ironically, Taliesha was born at 2:12am, and her birthday is 1-2-12!

Michelle and Jeremy are pictured with their daughters (from left) Gemma, Taliesha and Yasmine.

BALAKLAVA’S David Gooden was on top of the world for his 10th birthday recently, when he climbed Sydney Harbor Bridge.

BOWMANS’ Katrina Price catches a wave at Berry Bay on Yorke Peninsula. Katrina joined a group of friends from Balaklava and Yorke Peninsula last weekend for surfing and good times.

GRADUATED Michael Curnow has graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce degree from University of SA and now is employed at MAP Financial Strategies in Adelaide.

Michael is the son of Chris and Anne Curnow, of Avon.

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NEWS v District

Footy and netty bring the Plains alive again THE netball was nearly as big as little Leonie Snowden, playing D2 for Long Plains last Saturday. But she showed all the style of a champ in the making.

A SPECIAL day at United Football Club as Val Daniels has the club canteen named in her honour – “VJ’s Canteen. “ Pictured after the official opening are Val’s nephew Mick McArdle, canteen committee member Mike Sharman, Val and United Football Club president Kelvin Gameau.

Do it this way – Balaklava mods coach Fil Scaffidi steers young Pecker Tyler Harbrow in the right direction.

BALAKLAVA minis coach and umpire Andy Michael has a consoling word for Angus Tiller.

RIGHT: Nikita McRostie heads for the ball.

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SPORT v Football

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SPORT v Football PICTURES: LISA REDPATH and TERRY WILLIAMS

n MAIN IMAGE: Pecker Lachlan Michael taking Ram Billy Nikou to the ground during the A grade match on Saturday. INSET IMAGES (clockwise from top left): Jacob Wehr, Balaklava handballs in the junior colts. A grade Peckers Lachlan Michael, playing coach Stuart Lamond and Brenton Lamond coming off the ground after their win.

Virginia’s Stephen Papanotis appears unimpressed with an umpire’s decision in the A grade. Luke Simon tries to handball away before being tackled in the Reserves.

Peckers defend premiership Things came to a halt for a while when Dawson collided heavily with Virginia’s Graham Rigney, who was running back with the flight of the ball.

Dawson lost a tooth in the bone-crunching knock and missed the rest of the match, while Rigney also left the ground with a gash to his head.

Following the long break, Virginia again came out with more intent, led by captain, Matthew Young.

Emmanuel Tsimiklis was creating run from half back, relishing a role up the ground.

The Rams couldn’t quite take their opportunities inside 50 though, thanks to the defensive efforts from Derek Friedrichs, who held full-forward Brendon Niklaus to one goal for the match, Scott Farrell and Brenton Lamond.

Howell, who finished with three goals, was the most dangerous target up forward for Virginia, probably breaking even in his

REPORT: Les Pearson tussle with Jason Henderson.

In the absence of Dawson, Brice continued to present and was regularly rewarded with good delivery from the likes of Ryan McPharlin and Cocks.

The Peckers extended their lead 28 points at the final change and while they couldn’t completely shake the Rams, they were maintaining that deficit well.

As the shadow of the grandstand stretched across the oval, Balaklava was finding plenty of space and cramp inevitably crept into the legs of both teams.

Virginia continued to battle but once Ben Catford kicked the sealer with a few minutes to go, the match was done and dusted.

New faces to their respective clubs were more than serviceable.

For Virginia, Marek Sajewicz bagged two goals and contributed solidly, while youngster Lewis

GLENN Dawson’s mouthguard after he collided with Ram Graham Rigney.

Bannear bobbed up with a goal and showed a good desire to win the ball.

Peckers recruit, Max Doherty, was great at ground level and snuck in a goal too, and debutant Riley McDonald showed courage beyond what his slim build should allow.

Summing up, coach Lamond

was content with his team’s performance.

“Round one, you’re usually unsure what they’re going to be like and the same with us really, so I’m happy to come away with the win,” he said.

Lamond was particularly impressed with the even contribution from his players.

“I don’t think we had any absolute standouts, so it was pleasing in a way that we weren’t reliant on three or four guys to get the job done,” he said.

There were some aspects Lamond will be keen to address come the round three clash with Mallala, some consistency issues creeping in during the match on the weekend.

“The last 10 minutes of the first quarter, we let them back in and relaxed a bit, which was disappointing at the time,” he said.

“We have to have the consistent pressure game applied all the time.”

The Peckers have a week off with the bye but with some sore bodies, the break is timely.

Skills, decision making and general touch of the footy will be focus points at training in the coming week or so.

“There are some areas there for us to work on but we’re better for having the run,” Lamond said.

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SPORT v Football n ryan Harris, Balaklava tries to wriggle out of the grasp of his Ram opponents during the senior colts game at Balaklava on Saturday.

n ABOVE: Tiffany Graham, Mallala dodges an intercept attempt by Long Plains’ Catelyn Harkness in C1. n ABOVE LEFT: Mallala’s Mark Jenkin defends as Tiger Daniel Coombe gets a kick away in junior colts.

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Balaklava Virginia

A Grade

3.1 10.4 14.5 18.6 (114) 4.2 7.3 9.7 11.10 (76)

Goals: Balaklava - J.Brice 4, S.Lamond 4, H.Walker 3, G.Dawson 2, R.McPharlin 2, B.Catford, M.Doherty, C.Ruiz Virginia - C.Howell 3, M.Sajewicz 2, T.Wilkey 2, L.Bannear, B.Niklaus, P.Mylonopoulos, B.Russel Best: Balaklava - D.Friedrichs, J.Henderson, L.Michael, A.Cocks, B.Lamond, S.Farrell Virginia - B.Galic, G.Rigney, E.Tsimiklis, R.Perre, A.Mark

United Mallala

0.1 1.3 3.4 6.5 (41) 4.3 8.6 13.8 17.10 (112)

Goals: United - H.Pym 2, J.Rundle, A.Mills, A.Pratt, R.Sharer Mallala - D.Feeley 5, D.Pontt 3, R.Montgomery 3, B.Moffatt 2, T.Algar, B.Hardie, W.Farrelly, C.Rimmer Best: United - H.Pym, M.Brown, S.Moltedo Mallala - J.Montgomerie, C.Rimmer, B.Hardie, D.Feeley, D.Griffiths, R.Montgomery

Balaklava Virginia

Reserves

3.4 7.7 13.13 18.17 (125) 0.3 1.8 1.8 3.8 (26)

Goals: Balaklava - J.McPharlin 6, O.Hearnden 4, L.Guy 3, L.Williams 2, G.Willmer, J.Cmrlec, T.Zerk Virginia - T.Lioulios 2, A.Pogas Best: Balaklava - J.McPharlin, M.Daniel, A.Williams, O.Hearnden, L.Guy, J.Cmrlec Virginia - C.Mylonopoulos, T.Karutz, G.Stillasano, M.Cartlidge, A.Seccafien

United Mallala

0.1 4.2 4.3 5.6 (36) 3.3 3.4 6.6 7.12 (54)

Goals: United - C.Jones 2, D.Carter, M.Starr, M.Warnes Mallala - D.Tiller, L.Helps, D.Mclean, J.Wildbore, K.Smith, D.Chadwick, B.Work Best: United - D.Kaminski, P.Sharer, T.Stephens, D.Carter, M.Dickie, C.Maynard Mallala - D.Carpenter, D.Chadwick, J.Wildbore, K.Smith, B.Goudie, L.Gray

Senior Colts

United 1.1 2.2 3.3 7.9 (51) Mallala 4.6 9.12 18.16 21.17 (143) Goals & Best: Not supplied at time of publication for both teams Balaklava: Nothing supplied Virginia: Nothing supplied

United Mallala

Junior Colts

0.0 1.1 1.1 1.4 (10) 2.6 2.7 3.9 10.16 (76)

Goals: United - D.Coombe Mallala - Not Supplied Best: United C.Lane, E.Pepe, N.McArdle, M.Waddell, J.Zeidas, D.Coombe Mallala - Not Supplied Balaklava: Nothing supplied Virginia: Nothing supplied

NEFL results from Saturday - Round 1

South Clare RSMU

A Grade

2.4 4.8 8.10 12.12 (84) 3.2 7.2 9.6 9.8 (62)

Goals: South Clare - B.Murphy 4, B.Seymon 2, M.Leibelt, C.Sommerville, M.Vandeleur, L.Martin, W.Hutchinson, C.Slattery RSMU - A.Power 3, D.Griffiths 2, J.Vandeleur, B.Geddes, T.Willmott, P.Browne Best: South Clare - B.Murphy, M.Reynolds, L.Martin, W.Hutchinson, B.Rossi, A.Heinrich RSMU - Z.Hier, B.Geddes, T.Willmott, A.Power, S.Noack, D.Griffiths

Min/Man North Clare

6.2 7.3 13.10 17.16 (118) 1.2 5.7 5.7 7.7 (49)

Blyth/Snow Eud/Rtown

3.6 9.9 11.13 16.13 (109) 1.0 1.0 3.2 7.3 (45)

Goals: Min/Man - A.Winders 4, B.Sandow 4, N.Forrest 3, L.Sandow 2, R.McDermid 2, A.Kennedy, B.Kerslake North Clare - N.Prokopec 3, G.Hull, T.Moten, D.Ellis, W.Smith Best: Min/Man - N.Forrest, A.Winders, M.Lawrie, B.Bryksy, B.Sandow, R.McDermid North Clare - T.Blum, C.Jaeschke, A.Amey, N.Prokopec, C.Earle Goals: Blyth/Snow - S.Atkinson 7, J.Gillings 3, S.Clifford 2, A.Lloyd, R.Darling, J.Agnew, M.Atkinson Eud/Rtown - C.Voigt 3, J.Kotz 2, D.Reese, T.Friebel Best: Blyth/Snow - S.Atkinson, G.Ottens, R.Darling, J.Agnew, W.Walker, N.McCormack Eud/Rtown - R.Prior, T.Friebel, J.Kotz, R.Doecke, C.Voigt, K.Schulz

BSR BBH

1.3 2.5 5.8 9.9 (63) 7.5 12.9 14.13 19.14 (128)

Goals: BSR -P.Wright 4, K.Burgess 2, A.Mackenzie, A.Mellow, A.Burgess BBH - B.Wall 4, D.Schell 4, M.Jackman 3, D.Reed 3, S.Kellock 2, J.Lynch, M.Hall, T.O’Connor Best: BSR -N.Hayes, K.Johanson, A.Mackenzie, S.Martin, C.Kerr BBH - M.Hall, M.Jackman, T.Riggs, D.Reed, S.Mann, D.Schell

South Clare RSMU

B Grade

0.1 1.6 4.8 4.9 (33) 5.3 5.3 9.5 12.8 (80)

Goals: South Clare - W.Weetea 2, B.Mitchell, T.Pitcher RSMU J.Cadzow 2, L.Molineux 2, S.Przibilla, J.Schmaal, M.Busch, G.Linke, B., D.Schulz, D.Vater, R.Allen Best: South Clare - T.Pitcher, M.Salter, W.Weetea, M.Stopp, H.Carracher, P.Cutting RSMU - J.Schmaal, D.Vater, J.Cadzow, P.Allchurch, F.Mcinerney, D.Schulz

Min/Man North Clare

2.4 3.6 5.10 6.12 (48) 2.2 5.7 7.8 9.11 (65)

Goals: Min/Man - N.Scott 2, M.Nayda, A.Milburn, S.Willmott, M.Hadley North Clare - N.Jones 3, T.Siv 3, D.Smith 2, D.Trounce Best: Min/Man - D.Fogden, S.Willmott, B.Garrard, N.Scott, S.Pike, L.Milburn North Clare - T.Densley, B.Bishop, M.Bannon, B.Smith, R.Higgins, M.Hartwig

Blyth/Snow Eud/Rtown

2.3 2.4 4.4 4.7 (31) 3.1 6.4 12.5 14.8 (92)

Goals: Blyth/Snow - K.Kennett 3, M.Wilkinson Eud/Rtown D.Blumson 5, K.Hines 3, T.Jensen, J.Mader, S.Schutz, J.Mclean, C.Caven, T.Baker Best: Blyth/Snow - M.Thomas, M.Wilkinson, R.Wandel, K.Kennett, A.Elix, T.Michael Eud/Rtown - D.Blumson, T.Jensen, J.Mader, S.Geister, T.Mosey

BSR BBH

3.2 5.2 7.4 9.11 (65) 2.4 7.5 8.6 11.8 (74)

Goals: BSR - C.Weckert 3, L.Fuller 2, C.Burgess, C.Burford, S.Roberts, C.Pilkington BBH - Not Supplied Best: BSR - C.Weckert, L.Fuller, B.Weckert, A.Freeman, D.Bruce BBH - L.Riggs, J.Alderson, C.Friebel, S.Connell, S.Tohl

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South Clare RSMU

Senior Colts

1.0 3.0 4.1 8.3 (51) 5.2 9.4 13.8 19.10 (124)

Goals: South Clare - B.Sandy 3, W.Weetea 3, R.Boylan, C.Karpany RSMU - J.Connell 4, D.Maynard 3, M.Rohde 3, B.Heffernan 3, H.Griffiths 2, P.Callery, S.Behn, J.Vater, J.Michalak Best: South Clare - K.Ward, W.Weetea, J.Wallent, R.Boylan, D.Day, J.Pearse RSMU - B.Heffernan, M.Rohde, H.Ball, P.Callery, H.Behn, A.Rowett

Min/Man North Clare

0.1 1.3 1.5 1.5 (11) 3.4 10.4 14.9 20.11 (131)

Blyth/Snow Eud/Rtown

3.1 4.1 5.4 6.5 (41) 3.3 9.7 13.9 16.12 (108)

Goals: Min/Man - N.Bruce North Clare - J.Alberts 6, J.Wiblin 3, J.Brown 3, T.O’Sullivan 2, B.Laidlaw, J.Smith, L.Jaeschke, J.Gogoll, B.Fischer, D.Brown Best: Min/Man - A.Nixon, B.Smith, T.Milburn, A.Grossett, T.Pittaway, Z.Sims North Clare - J.Brown, D.Brown, J.Alberts, A.Norton, J.Wiblin, B.Fischer Goals: Blyth/Snow - J.Kennewell 2, Z.Bennett, T.Salter, D.Giles, A.Giles Eud/Rtown - B.Launer 4, B.Coe 3, C.Blumson 3, J.Bugeja 2, M.Neville, S.Nietschke, J.Leditschke, J.Schulz Best: Blyth/Snow - T.Eime, Z.Bennett, M.Greet, D.Underdown, L.Jaeschke, A.Giles Eud/Rtown - S.Nietschke, M.Neville, J.Bugeja, B.Launer, N.Lewis

BSR BBH

5.6 9.7 19.13 25.16 (166) 1.1 1.2 1.2 1.2 (8)

Goals: BSR - R.Fitzgerald 6, T.Slade 6, L.Wilsdon 4, T.Wilsdon 3, L.Hayes 2, J.Lee 2, J.Kurth 2 BBH - T.Wiech Best: BSR - R.Fitzgerald, T.Slade, J.Andrews, T.Wilsdon, L.Hayes, J.Kurth BBH - L.Roth, A.Lindner, T.Wiech, B.Radford

South Clare RSMU

Junior Colts

0.0 0.2 1.3 3.3 (21) 2.2 3.5 4.6 8.7 (55)

Goals: South Clare - T.Nield 2, D.McInnis RSMU - A.Klavins 2, X.Redden 2, J.Turney, A.Clarke Best: South Clare - T.Nield, B.Pese, C.Gilbert, B.Day, B.Pearse, I.Shearer RSMU - X.Redden, C.Behn, M.Connell, T.Griffiths

Min/Man North Clare

0.0 1.0 1.0 1.1 (7) 5.6 7.14 12.18 14.20 (104)

Blyth/Snow Eud/Rtown

2.4 4.9 7.9 10.9 (69) 2.1 3.2 3.4 4.7 (31)

BSR BBH

10.6 14.6 14.6 14.6 (90) 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 (0)

Goals: Min/Man - T.Roberts North Clare - J.King 3, J.King 2, T.Francis 2, N.Francis 2, J.Earle, S.Channon, A.Tizio, G.Armfield, A.Edmondson Best: Min/Man - E.Laughton, L.Squires, B.Jenner, N.Bruce, S.Robinson, T.Couch North Clare - J.King, B.Cross, S.Channon, J.King, A.Tizio, J.Earle Goals: Blyth/Snow - L.Cummins 4, D.Giles 2, M.Calvert, W.Pratt, J.Cummins, Z.Cocks Eud/Rtown -D.Blackley 2, T.Schulz, A.Nietschke Best: Blyth/Snow - D.Giles, W.Pratt, B.Eime, S.Toholke, L.Cummins, B.Jacka Eud/Rtown -B.Launer, D.Blackley, A.Nietschke, T.Launer, T.Schulz

n ABOVE: Zoe-Anne Robertson, Long Plains D2. n LEFT: Lilliana Mathew picks up a loose ball for Mallala in C1.

2012 Road Safety Ambassador

Balaklava Football Club Ambassador: Kym McPharlin 1. Why did you get involved with the Road Safety Ambassador role at your club?

As I have children that are driving age myself, I know the worries parents have about their own kids putting themselves at risk on the road. If we can better educate the younger drivers, and some of the older ones too, about making smarter decisions before getting behind the wheel, I think it can only be a good thing.

2. What have you done so far in your role as Road Safety Ambassador?

I only took it on recently so it is pretty early days so far but I’m looking forward to getting all the information I am provided with out into the club and hope the younger people take the information in and apply it.

3. What impact do you think the campaign has had on the club and community?

The TV advertising campaign was is a good start, putting the responsibility on all young people to help each other make the responsible decision when it comes to driving.

Goals: BSR - A.Morgan 4, I.Moller 2, J.Lee 2, L.Fitzgerald 2, H.Mills, J.Slade, N.MacFarlane, W.Longmire BBH - Not Supplied Best: BSR - J.Lee, L.Wilsdon, A.Krieg, M.Longbottom, A.Morgan, B.MacFarlane BBH - Not Supplied

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SPORT v Football

NEW COACH OPENS WITH A WIN:

Magpies crunch battling Tigers YOU could have been forgiven for assuming Mallala waltzed over the line against United in theirAgrade clash on Saturday at Long Plains but Magpies coach, Steve Lubcke, assured footy fans that was not the case.

Mallala ran out winners by 71 points, after holding the Tigers to just one goal for the first half.

“The scoreboard does flatter us a bit but we had to battle for it,” Lubcke said.

It was his first trip to Long Plains and while his players fought hard on the field, he revealed he was having his own battles eluding the persistent and pesky flies invading his coaching space.

The Magpies got down to business early, their dominant first quarter yielding four unanswered goals, while United could only manage a solitary point at the other end.

Things got slightly better in the second term for the Tigers, registering a goal but the Magpies again stacked on another four of their own to take a handy 45-point ascendency into the main break.

It was the first half Lubcke was particularly impressed with, the miserly defensive efforts of his team unyielding and frugal to the nth degree.

“I was really happy with the guys’ first half,” he said.

“To keep them to one goal was the most pleasing part of it.

“By half-time, we certainly had the handy buffer we needed.”

Not many teams score one goal in the first half and run out winners and it proved the case again, the Magpies holding the Tigers at bay again in the third term.

By the final change, the margin had ballooned out to beyond 10 goals and any hope of a Tiger revival was effectively snuffed out.

Dan Feeley (five goals) was creating plenty of opportunities, ably assisted by fellow forwards, David Pontt and Robert Montgomerie (three goals each).

In Mallala’s engine room, Joel Montgomerie was stellar once more and Christian Rimmer was another consistent performer. “(Joel) was excellent and what I enjoyed most about his game was his hardness at the contest and his tackling, he’s just the full package,”

n MALLALA’s Daniel Feeley takes a mark off the back of Tiger Mark Sammons in Saturday’s A grade match.

n MAGPIE Austin Kearns and Tiger Ashton Snowden run for the ball during the junior colts match on Saturday.

REPORT: Les Pearson Lubcke said.

The Tigers, while fighting hard in defence, struggled to conjure much drive of their own, star utility, Heath Pym, again providing both hard ball gets and an avenue to goal.

Hard-nut, Mikey Brown, showed some good effort and new recruit, Sam Maltedo, was the other shining light in a dim result for United.

The final term did get a bit brighter for the Tiger faithful, snaring a moraleboosting three goals to counter Mallala’s four.

Brad Hardie’s return to the wing for the Magpies after missing most of 2011 with an ankle problem was promising, Lubcke thrilled with his work rate, while the coach was also rapt with youngster, Troy Algar.

“For only his second or third A grade game, I thought what he (Algar) did was excellent,” Lubcke said.

The coach reserved special praise for his back six, which included recruit, Kris Barry, from Freeling.

As most coaches would tell you, trial game form does not necessarily carry straight through into the season proper but one factor stood out for Lubcke.

“The bonus I thought was just tak-

ing the one per centers into the game situation,” he said.

“Credit to United, they certainly pressured us too but the players were good under pressure and the decision making was also good.”

While happy to win, Lubcke was more than aware he can’t assess where his team is at until about four rounds in.

Therefore, his focus is firmly set on this week’s blockbuster clash away at Virginia.

Without prior knowledge of the opposition players, Lubcke’s goal is to maintain and build on the momentum from round one and instil the team’s processes in his players.

“That’s what it has to be, really, and I have to rely on people at the club who do have information on the opposition, including our core senior players,” he said.

“What I can control is how we play and I’ll be focussing on that to put our processes in place.”

Make no mistake, Lubcke had slept reasonably well on Friday night but he was partly relieved to have the first win on the board early.

“It’s always hard when you come to a new club because people have different expectations for you, so now we have a win and the pressure is off a little bit after the first week - it’s a good start,” he said.

n jared East, United Reserves.

n RILEY Curnow, United junior colts.

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SPORT v APFL Round 2 Preview

VIRGINIA and Mallala have hosted a string of close contests in the past, this weekend set to be no different as the Magpies venture down to the Ram paddock.

No love lost as rivals meet again Virginia v Mallala THE Rams are again likely to be in the mix come finals time, although the fitness of Caleb Howell is an ongoing concern.

Mallala coach, Steve Lubcke, admitted his squad is relatively wellknown as it remains similar to what the Magpies have put on the park in recent seasons.

It was an honest assessment of the situation, although Virginia is in a similar boat, familiar faces and structures lining up against Balaklava last weekend.

Rams full-forward, Brendon Niklaus, had a quiet one against the Peckers and the lauded defence of the Magpies will be up against it to stop him, along with Howell, Marek Sajewicz and rookie, Lewis Bannear.

A great midfield battle again presents itself, Virginia captain, Matthew Young leading things in the centre square, along with Ben Russell, Troy Wilkey and surprise packet, Rocky Perre.

For Mallala, a raft of players rotate through the centre circle, Jason Earl complemented by Liam Whitwell, Joel Montgomerie and Christian Rimmer.

It’s enough to make a statistician salivate.

This round is tougher to pick than a broken nose and this match is no different.

I’m leaning towards Mallala, just on early season form, by two goals.

United V HWE SMARTING from the weekend’s hiding at the hands of Mallala, United will be eager to redeem the loss with a good win over HWE at Long Plains this weekend.

The Tigers were reportedly competitive around the ground against the Magpies, although it didn’t show on the scoreboard.

So, what’s the answer?

United coach, Travis Opitz, will be thinking the same thing.

Competitiveness around the ground is great but by itself, it amounts to little without scoreboard reward.

Still, it is early in the season and a positive Opitz outlined the next few weeks as winnable fixtures for his

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UNITED (above) face a stern test against Hummocks Watchman Eagles on Saturday, while (left) Hamley Bridge’s new coach, Ash Barnett (centre), will have his work cut out for him if the Bombers are to beat Two Wells.

AT ODDS with

Ricky Punter team, should they want it enough.

There’s not much to go on regarding the Eagles’ form, given only limited trial games and a fairly quiet off-season.

A bolstered reserves squad could off-set the depth issues Hummocks Watchman ran into after about round three last year and with excellent numbers reported, improvement is expected.

Former Paskeville forward, Matthew Bryant, offers a new avenue to goal this season for the Eagles, while rookie Scott Forrest could provide a similar spark older brother Tim brought with him last season.

A tip, purely a stab in the dark, goes with HWE in a tight affair, by about 20 points.

Two Wells v Hamley Bridge WHERE to look?

Who to watch?

If the other two games weren’t match of the round contenders, this one would win hands down.

Certainly, big things are expected from both clubs this year and it is just fitting they’re up against each other in round one.

It is great they have a recently established rivalry already but instead of being the battlers at the foot of the table, new hope abounds at both clubs and the excitement is palpable.

The Bombers welcomed a raft of

new players to the club in the offseason, including some stars from neighbouring leagues.

I’m going to put it out there and say Valor Thach may be the most exciting of those pick-ups, the fleet-footed personal trainer presenting an exemplary record with former club, Para Hills, in recent years.

For the Roosters, ruckman Simon Feast is a big (excuse the pun) inclusion and Jared Allmond, rumoured to be playing forward, adds to the attacking arsenal Two Wells were just lacking last year.

Which club will take first honours in their big year of improvement?

I’m leaning towards Two Wells by about 10 points.

Round two United $2.30 v HWE $1.65 Virginia $2.05 v Mallala $1.87 Two Wells $1.85 v Hamley Bridge $2.10

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SPORT v Netball

Balaklava’s new line-up impresses It was a warm one to kick off the season! Temperatures reached above 30 with some players struggling to cope with the heat. Three of the seven teams had the bye, so it was a quiet start for round one. Both Balaklava and Mallala won convincingly and look to be teams to watch out for.

The seagulls were squawking at Balaklava on Saturday. Dressed in green and yellow, the seagulls (or Peckers) dominated the play from start to finish, defeating Virginia 69-32. Despite bird impersonations from the opposition, the Peckers stuck to their game plan and didn’t relent. Balaklava coach, Tess Pollard was happy with how the team combined.

This year’s Balaklava side is a new combination. New defensive players, Sophie Van Kleef (GD) and Alexandra Wilson (GK) have replaced Michelle Williams and Chelsea Koch. Alex looked unstoppable in the first quarter, flicking balls around goal posts and intercepting several others. Officials noticed, awarding Alex best player for the match.

In the centre court, Lauren Michael and Kate Cmrlec combined with newcomer Tegan Pollard. Tegan replaces Plains Producer Association medallist, Gaynor Tink who is expecting her second baby. Finally in goals, the skilful Nadene Wehr is back again after injury cut her season short last year.

Tahlia Kluger continues as GA and

Courtside with Merridy Manuel combined well both with Nadene and Sally Arbon, who came on as shooter in the second half.

The Balaklava girls look like a force to be reckoned with. Time will tell if they can withstand tougher opposition.

It looked like injury or heat exhaustion was going to put the nail in the coffin for Virginia early in the game.

They couldn’t match the fresh new combination from Balaklava. However, Virginia weren’t operating at full strength. Coach Shelley Williemsen was in Perth and WD Julia Starr was in Sydney. Hopefully they can all be in Virginia for next week’s clash with Mallala. Sarah Smith was formidable in the centre court, consistently running and fighting for the ball. She won best player for Virginia.

Well done to Lisa Masson of Virginia, who filled in to coach the A1 girls after coaching the two junior grades. It’s great to see junior teams from Virginia – we hope the club support continues to grow.

A similar story played out at Long Plains, with Mallala taking an easy win over the Longies girls, 63 to 42. Mallala led from start to finish with the only mis-

hap being a slight ankle sprain in the last quarter by Tessa Jarmyn, Mallala GA. The drama had already passed by the time the A1 game started, with two Mallala players suffering from heat exhaustion in the earlier games – one requiring ambulance assistance. Both players are now fine.

Back to A1. The Mallala team looks set to have a good year. New coach, Katie Kreig, was pleased with the side’s performance.

“I’m confident as the year goes on we will perform well and have a strong team. Our team looks great on paper and I was really impressed how they played. It was the first time we had a full team,” Katie said.

She admitted the side has plenty to work on but was happy they were playing as a team by the end of the game.

From the Adelaide Hills comes Mallala’s new recruit and newly wed, Emma Tiller. Emma brings experience and a quick punchy game style, which she hopes the whole team can adopt.

Another new player is Amy Martin, from Kapunda, and Kerryn Obst. Kerryn shone in GK, directing and reading play, combining well with GD Jessica

n new Balaklava A1 playing coach, Tess Pollard grabs the ball ahead of Virginia opponent, Cheyenne Krejzlik.

Neilson. Tracey Kennett was impressive as always, playing C and WD and earning best player.

Long Plains coach, Josie McArdle is keen to make the top four this season.

She is confident her team can put bad habits behind them and perform better next week when they met Hummocks Watchman Eagles.

Josie admitted the preseason hadn’t allowed the girls to settle as a team.

“We have made a lot of changes

and are behind in our structures. I was disappointed in our ability to man up and be strong. Mallala was well drilled”.

Shelley Tynan and Jane McBride, who has made a comeback only in the last two weeks, played well. Jane was awarded the best player for Long Plains.

In conclusion, it will be an interesting contest in a fortnight when Balaklava, who have the bye this weekend, confront the Mallala side!

Home side dominates in opening round A1: Balaklava’s fresh new combination was too strong and consistent for Virginia, winning 69 to 32.

Balaklava scored the first four goals and continued in a similar pattern for the quarter.

There was great defensive pressure and movement into attack from Balaklava.

Virginia’s WD Belinda Evans provided good direction and voice. Warm weather appeared to take its toll in the last few minutes of the quarter. Alexandra Wilson GK for Balaklava was a stand out performer with defensive intercepts, rebounds and pressure in the Virginian goal circle. Bal 18 – Vir 5.

Virginia made changes to midcourt and defence ends which improved their game.

Balaklava were more dominant over the whole court.

Nadene Wehr Balaklava GS, was a fantastic target in the goal circle. A second injury with 2 minutes left, saw Virginian GS, Olivia Hoogenhout, leave the court replaced by Jess Barens. B 39 V 16 Olivia returned to the court and Balaklava replaced Nadene with Sally Arbon at GS. Defensive combination of Sophie Van Kleef GD and Alexander Wilson GK was a pleasure to watch. A much closer quarter, Balaklava scoring 14 goals to Virginia’s 9. Both teams tiring. Bal 53 – Vir 25 Virginia no changes, Balaklava swapped C and WD, Lauren Michael and Tegan Pollard. Virginia worked hard but couldn’t match Balaklava’s intensity.

Final score: B 69 V 32 A3: Balaklava came away with a strong win over Mallala Away, 59-29.

Balaklava started strongly, capitalising on turnovers.

Both teams worked hard despite the heat. Fantastic defence by Sharayah Hall and Alex Simon, Balaklava GD and GK, made it difficult for Mallala to score. Bal 14 – Mal 3.

Balaklava brought on

Renee McPharlin at GA and Shannon Fuss at WD. Mallala rearranged their defensive end, bringing on Belinda Angus at GK. Mallala’s Sonia Angus worked well in defence, turning over a few balls, which gave Mallala a chance to close the gap. B 26 M 10 In warm conditions, both teams made many changes, trying different combinations.

Mallala goalies gave plenty of run and drive. Balaklava’s defence line proved too strong

vincing 32-goal win.

The Balaklava team started well with accurate shooting from GS Jasmyn Smith and GA Sam Florance. Defenders Clare Haynes GK and Eleisa Hancock GD combined well for Balaklava, despite Eleisa having only tried the position at training Thursday night.

B 16 V 6 All girls got tired in the second quarter with the heat taking its toll. Goals slowed from both teams and the game became more physical.

resulted in another slow quarter. Balaklava scored nine goals to Virginia’s 18. Goal keepers of both teams were selected as best players for the match, Clare Haynes for Balaklava and Selina Caruso for Virginia. Final score: Bal 50 – Vir 18.

A5: Virginia held an early lead, but Balaklava turned that around for a 42-19.

Virginia started strong with GS Kelly Owens scoring a few at the start. Balaklava’s

n MALLALA’S Amber Pratt is ready to defend as Makayla Litzow, Long Plains looks for options in the D2 match. though resulting in many turnovers. Great holding by Balak shooter Ellie Reusch.

Bal 42 – Mal 16.

The final quarter was the closest of the game. Mallala made several changes which enabled them to keep up with Balaklava at the start of the quarter. Great defensive work again by Balaklava’s Sharayah Hall and Alex Simon. Excellent shooting

by Balaklava goalies Renee McPharlin and Terissa Smart saw Balaklava score 17 to Mallala’s 13. Final score: Bal 59 – Mal 29.

A4: Balaklava trumped Virginia, grabbing a con-

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A much closer quarter with only seven goals for Balak and four for Virginia. Stand out players were Aleisha Michael C and Maddison Veitch WD for Balaklava and Selina Caruso in GD for Virginia. B 23 V 10 Another change in attack generated an onslaught of 19 goals, particularly from Ciara Guy Balaklava GA. Virginia also made several changes rearranging half their positions. However, defensive pressure from Balaklava kept Virginia to only three goals for the quarter. Bal 41 – Vir 13.

Changes in the final quarter, and the hot weather

GD Erin Tilley was doing well to intercept Virginian passes.

Bal 4 – Vir 6.

Virginia made Balaklava work hard in the ring. However, the tide turned with GA Shannon Hunt shooting well for Balaklava. Bal 19 – Vir 11.

Virginia rearranged the entire team and Balaklava also swapped a few positions, coming out fighting with Virginia trying hard to fight back. Balaklava continued to pull away, extending their lead further despite gallant efforts from Virginia’s Rachael and Susanna O’Shea. Bal 31 – Vir 16.

Virginia tried another com-

bination in the last quarter, again swapping all positions.

Balaklava scored another 12 goals to Virginia’s three in the last quarter, sealing their victory. Bal 42 – Vir 19.

B grade: A low scoring match saw Balaklava Home defeat Balaklava Away by just six goals.

A low scoring start to the game with both sides tussling for the ball. Misses at both ends. Teams were evenly matched. Home 4 – Away 2.

No changes in the second quarter. Pressure from Balaklava Away’s Stacey Faehrmann GD and Emma Mahony GK prevented the Home side from scoring more than one goal for the quarter.

Balaklava Away scored 6 more goals, taking the lead by 3. Home 5 – Away 8.

Both teams made changes in the third quarter, bringing on interchange players Sari Baker and Sarah Heaslip at WA. Despite excellent shooting from Toni Slater GS Balak Away, the side didn’t extend its lead. Excellent defence from Chelsea McPharlin GD and Syjourn Renshaw GK for Balak Home. Goals went one-for-one with tight play by both sides down the court.

Both teams scored seven goals each for the quarter.

Home 12 – Away 15 The final quarter saw a repeat of the second with Balak Away keeping Balak Home from scoring. The away side rearranged its mid court and extended their lead by three more. Carly Williams collided head first with another player and came off. Final score: Home 15 – Away 21.

C2: Virginia forfeited due to lack of players, but a match was played with Balaklava girls filling in for Virginia.

D1: The small Virginia side tried their best all game, showing great potential, but Balaklava took the win 21-0.

The Balaklava team had a great start, shooting six goals in the opening quarter. Great

play from Balaklava’s Rhea Lawless. Bal 10 – Vir 0.

Kate Heaslip was on fire, shooting well from a distance.

Balaklava goalies worked well together. Virginia tried their best to get the ball, and even had a couple of attempts at goal. Fantastic encouragement from the sidelines. Balaklava’s Sianna Bond was a stand out player for the quarter. Bal 13 – Vir 0.

Virginia got a few more touches of the ball in this quarter, the excitement evident in

their facial expressions. Great help from umpires. Stand out player was Lexi Taylor for Balaklava. Bal 17 – Vir 0.

The ball was again down the Balaklava end for much of the quarter but they struggled to shoot goals. Olivia McColl was a key player for Balaklava in this quarter.

The Balaklava girls showed a lot of confidence for the start of the season.

Great to see Virginia girls giving it their best. Final score Bal 21 – Vir 0.

APNA RESULTS Embroidery & Screen Printing Specialists

Results of Adelaide Plains Netball Association matches played on Saturday A1: Mallala 63 (Tracy Kennett) d Long Plains 42 (Jane McBride). Balaklava 69 (Alexandra Wilson) d Virginia 32 (Sarah Smith).

A2: Mallala 42 (Karen Jamieson) d Long Plains 34 (Hannah McArdle).

A3: Long Plains 33 (Stephanie McArdle) d Mallala 31 (Lisa Baker). Balaklava 59 (Sharayah Hall) d Mallala Away 29 (Sonia Angus).

A4: Long Plains 36 (Kateena Humphries) d Mallala 18 (Claire Earl). Balaklava 50 (Clare Haynes) d Virginia 18 (Selia Caruso).

A5: Long Plains 30 (Dana Heaft) d Mallala 26 (Carrie Borg). Balaklava 43 (Shannon Hunt) d Virginia 19 (Rebecca O’Shea).

B: Mallala 24 (Martha Heyne) d Long Plains 13 (Georgia McArdle). Balaklava Away 21 (Stacey Faehrmann) d Balaklava Home 15 (Chelsea McPharlin).

C1: Mallala 41 (Tiffani Graham) d Long Plains 3 (Keisha Gregory).

C2: Mallala 32 (Mickey Roebuck) d Long Plains 1 (Tahneil McArdle). Balaklava ( Won on forfeit) d Virginia (Team forfeit).

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n DAVID Chapman (left) on the podium, after securing third position in the rapid fire event.

David and Hayley shoot towards 2012 Olympics • From back page For the past 16 years, David has competed in the national championships and while his form was reasonable, he wasn’t able to secure first position in his main event, the rapid fire, finishing with a 561/600 and third place.

Hayley had an excellent weekend, capturing two firsts and two seconds in four events.

In the open women’s sport pistol, Hayley registered a 574/600 for second place, while in the junior event, she shot a 564/600, good enough for first.

Hayley’s efforts in the open women’s air pistol were also exemplary, collecting first with a 382/400 but dropped to a 364/400 in the junior equivalent, taking second place.

David’s result was a helpful boost in his push for another Olympic berth.

“It puts me a step closer to being selected for the games,” he said.

“I was disappointed with some aspects but I learned a bit about my own preparation and how I react.”

Hayley will need good results at upcoming world cup events as part of the European tour next month, with plenty of competition for the one spot up for grabs in the women’s sport pistol team.

Until then, it’s more time in training for the pair, although things become a bit hectic if the break of the season arrives.

“I’ll have to try and fit in more time shooting with the seeding as well,” David laughed.

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Longies grab back-to-back glory

n LONG Plains won the Adelaide Plains Basketball Association Women’s Division A premiership, for the second year in a row, after defeating the Owen Opals in the grand final on March 30. Pictured is the winning team, back from left: Cara Fiebig, Sandra McKean, Steph McArdle, Jess Waddell. Front: Amy Daniel, Kerri Blackwell, Leah Tynan and Jess Daniel.

• Due to an oversight, the Women’s Division A premiers did not appear in the April 4 edition

Renee’s stellar State bowls win NEWS FROM:

Adelaide Football Club

Cookbook out now!

Crows Kitchen - No Rules cookbook is available now for just $14.95 from Foodland stores statewide, or online at CROWmania. This 84page cookbook features over 55 recipes from our players and coaches all captured in beautiful still photography by legendary sports photographer, Ray Titus. All proceeds from the cookbook will go to the Crows Foundation helping children in need. Since May 2005 the Crows Foundation has raised and donated more than $600,000 to a wide range of SA charities helping children in need.

Mother’s Day lunch

Save the date for the annual Crows Foundation Ladies Lunch. Come and help us celebrate Mother’s Day on Thursday May 10 at 12pm. To be held in the Westpac Centre at AAMI Stadium, the function will feature the Today Show’s Lisa Wilkinson, with Master of Ceremonies Jade Robran. More information will be available soon through the Crows Foundation website www.crowsfoundation.org.au.

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Gala Auction

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Balaklava’s Renee McPharlin, 16, is continuing her stellar rise in lawn bowls.

Renee took out three gold medals in singles, pairs and triples at last week’s Under 18 State championships at Payneham Bowling Club “It was very exciting to take home three gold medals, it has always been a goal of mine to win in the singles category,” Renee said.

Having been in the State team for eight years, Renee got her first chance last year to represent Australia in the Trans Tasman, and she returned again to compete in New Zealand earlier this year in March.

“I played in the under 18 side in a team of four. We played against New Zealand and won,” Renee said.

Having played a grand total of 12 games for Australia so far, Renee has yet to lose a game.

“Before I got picked for the State team, I wanted to play a sport but didn’t like tennis much, so I decided to go to a local game of lawn bowls with dad, and it all started from there” Renee said.

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Golf Balaklava Ladies

Stableford round, Thursday April 12: 15 players.

A grade: P Anderson 30, M Hayes 29, L Michael 28. B grade: J Hoskin 29, D Wandel 26, C Taylor and R Jenkins 25. C grade: S Friedricks 30, F Williams 25.

April 19: first Captains and Vice Captains Trophy. First International Bowl. Starters: J Veitch and G Ackland, 9am.

The club’s first Sunday social competition was held on April 15 with a good turnout and many new players. The Stableford competition was sponsored by Baker’s Springs Wines. Winners: R Taylor 45, W Nagel 39, D Rogers 39.

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A group of 22 players took to the fairways on Wednesday April 11 with Bill Berry winning the day with 45, Brian Stewart 44 CB, Bill Parkin 44, Mer Hameister 42 CB, Joan Anderson 42 CB, Mike Hahesy 42, Dennis Goudie 41, Doug Taylor 40, Chris Hahesy 39, Bill Goudie 38, Moya Hayes 35 CB, Jerry Toms 35 CB, Barrie Thompson 35, Rick Campbell 34, Jill Taylor 32 and John Michael 30. Birdies: Bill Parkin holes 14 and 16 and Merv Hameister holes 2 and 16. NTP: Bill Goudie hole 3 and Bill Parkin hole 8.

Hamley Bridge

Twenty-eight players competed in a Stroke competition last Saturday, with Barrie Zerna the overall winner, with a net 63 from Bob Charman, 64.

Leading grade scores A GRADE: Vince Zito, John Mitchell 70, Ian Ferguson, Wim Van Pelt, Craig Doudle, Len Usher, Bradley Zerna 70.

B GRADE: Barrie Zerna 63, Roen Cameron, Ron Smith 66, George Dahlitz 68. C GRADE: Bob Charman 64, Ian Rohde 69, Max Grasby, Wally Jackson 70. Great to see Craig Doudle back, along with Dr John Gardner.

Birdies: Leigh Durdin, Craig Doudle, Len Usher 6th, John Mitchell 2nd, 7th, 17th, Vince Zito 12th, Bert Pearce 2nd, Ian Ferguson 15th. Nearest to the pins: Bob Hinderwell 12th, John Mitchell 14th, Bob Charman 4th, Bradley Zerna 9th.

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Results from Saturday April 14: Saturday’s Opening Day Stableford attracted 25 golfers. The event was sponsored

by Noah’s Crossing Veterinary Clinic, Lewiston.

The Opening group of Paul Shields, Ian Smith and Ian Clark totalled 107 years of playing at Two Wells Golf Club, with all over 30 years out there and still playing.

The course was well presented thanks to Bobby Hogg and his helpers. Charlie Hogg started off the season in great style, hitting the ball out of sight (and straight) to record a fine 43 points and take out A Grade from Les Grafton and Russell Grigg, both on 38 points. Ian Smith took out B Grade with 41 points, from Andrew Baker 37 and Michael Davies, also 37 points. C Grade saw a win to Danny Smith with 38, which he said was much better than the often NAGA awards he received last year. John Harrison was second with 36 and John Boon, a solid 34, was third.

Next week sees a return to our normal 11 o’clock start and another Stableford competition.

Results A Grade: 43 C Hogg, 38 L Grafton, R Grigg, 37 J Bowden, 35 P Shields, 32 G Payne, 28 Simon Grigg, 27 A Bail, J Ball, I Clark, 20 A Paul, 15 B Phillips. B Grade: 41 I Smith, 37 A Baker, M Davies, 36 C Barker, 35 J Weir, 34 S Kelly. C: Grade: 38 D Smith, 36 J Harrison, 34 J Boon, 29 B Barns, 27 I Telfer. Ladies: 36 K Stubing, 30 E Grigg.

Long Drives: A – C Hogg; B – M Davies; C – D Smith.

Ladies: K Stubing. NTP’s: 1) D Smith, 2) -, 6) J Weir, 11) R Grigg, 12) -, 15) J Bowden. Eagles: G Payne at 17. Pro’s Approach: Simon Grigg. NAGA: Andy Paul. Meat Trays: H Johnson, Shorty Paul.

Next week: Stableford.

– Russell Grigg, TWGC Handicapper

Plains Producer, Wednesday April 18, 2012

LOCAL v Living

The business of untertaking in Balaklava

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AFTER watching the first few episodes of Channel Nine’s singing contest, “The Voice”, I’m willing to declare the show’s concept is a raving success so far.

The audition phase of the competition is probably as good as it gets, the four judges - Joel Madden, Seal, Keith Urban and Delta Goodrem – facing away from the contestant, who has to get them to spin around based on the merits of their voice.

I must admit, there are times some of the singers the judges do turn around for sounded about as good as my microwave but they’re the experts.

If no judge turns around during the performance, the contestant is out of the game.

If more than one judge turns around, the contestant must choose between them to become their mentor throughout the competition.

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Expectedly, most contestants have chosen Seal, Keith Urban or Joel Madden.

Poor Delta was left with no one on her team until the very end of last night’s episode, until legally blind contestant, Rachael Leahcar, of Adelaide, strode on stage.

Her rendition of “La Vie En Rose” was superb and captivated the audience.

In a world filled with ridiculous thumping dub-step and mind-numbing auto-tune voices, Rachael was a breath of fresh air and I take my hat of to her, what a courageous young lady with a stunning voice to boot.

Her progress will be worth monitoring, as the talent is there.

To more music news, Linkin Park is set to release another album, “Living Things” in coming months.

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radio stations yesterday, “Burn It Down” receiving a mixed bag of reviews from critics.

Previous album “A Thousand Suns”, was a fair disaster for the band, its new direction into electro/punk not sitting well with LP buffs.

However, like wine tastebuds, it takes a while before you start to enjoy what the band are putting out today.

In isolation, lyrics remain fairly complex, as does the song structure.

You could compare them to Silverchair in a way, the iconic punk band drifting to a more electro sound as they neared the end of their career, than the hard rock they came on the scene with all those years ago.

Perhaps their creative genius was their undoing, similar to what Linkin Park are experiencing at the moment.

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

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Another name in the early funeral “business” locally was WH Griggs who came to Balaklava as an apprentice wheelwright in 1889 and worked for Walter Blake for seven years before establishing his own business in Railway terrace, c.1896. This is evidenced by an article and photograph published in 1908 in “Prosperous Balaklava.”

There may have been other undertakers in the local area, but locating accurate information isn’t always easy.

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Their undertaking business continued for a number of years after they sold the machinerymaking business to Thomas Illman & Sons in 1909.

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Puzzle 22 (Easy, difficulty rating 0.31)

• Apr 21: Salt of the Earth Country Puzzle 16 (Medium, difficulty rating 0.56) Market, Burra St Port Wakefield.

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ery and horsedrawn vehicles, they were also undertakers.

In 1924, their business was sold to Arhns Bros., who came here from Peterborough.

Mr Arthur Ahrns continued to run the undertaking business until June 1964 when he handed over the reins to WH Durdin & Sons of Hamley Bridge.

While Mr Warren Durdin is the man we all know these days, as our local undertaker, the business is now owned by Taylor & Forgie of Gawler who have been operating since 1855.

The Taylor & Forgie name has an interesting connection with Balaklava’s early days – in 1901, Walter Blake built a horse-drawn hearse for Taylor & Forgie and, in about 1925-26, this hearse was modified to fit on a Buick.

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• Mallala wheelchair fencer, Robert Goodwin, finished second in the open foil and epee events during the 17th National Wheel13 (Hard, difficulty rating 0.62) chair Games, in Puzzle Adelaide.

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The job of caring for the dead is not, necessarily, a pleasant one but somebody has to do it.

With the recent major renovations at the local funeral parlour, we have been delving into the history books to see what we can unearth about this service in Balaklava’s early days.

The earliest known undertaker that we can trace in Balaklava was Mr Walter Blake, dating back to about 1876.

Given the earliest headstone in Balaklava Cemetery is dated 1872, and the first officially recorded burial was 1873, there may have been an undertaker prior to Mr Blake.

Walter Blake’s main business premises was in Edith Terrace, opposite the long-time tyre depot (now the recycling centre).

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

MONTHLY CHURCH TIMES april 22

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

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

anglican Balaklava..............9am & 7pm Goyder.....................11.00am

anglican Balaklava.................. 10.30am

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

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

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

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

UNITING Mallala............... Not provided Two Wells.......... Not provided Owen Comm............. 9.30am Hamley Bridge.......... 11.00am Windsor..................... 9.00am Balaklava......................9.30am Pt Wakefield.............. 10.30am Lochiel....................... 10.00am Tarlee.......................... 9.15am

UNITING Mallala............... Not provided Two Wells.......... Not provided Owen Comm............ 11.00am Hamley Bridge............9.15am Windsor..................... 9.00am Balaklava........ Comb. at Lochiel Pt Wakefield.. Comb. at Lochiel Lochiel....................... 10.00am Tarlee.......................... 9.15am

may 6 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............... Not provided Two Wells.......... Not provided Owen Comm............ 11.00am Hamley Bridge......Comb. with Owen Windsor......Comb. with Owen Balaklava......................9.30am Pt Wakefield.............. 10.30am Nantawarra..................9.00am Tarlee.......................... 9.15am

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SPORT v District

Top dogs battle it out at Tarlee MORE than 50 dogs battled it out at the third annual sheepdog trial at the Tarlee oval on the weekend, which again drew an excellent crowd.

Matt Combe of Mount Compass, with his dog, OK Cooper, collected first prize with 180 points.

Second place went to Damian Wilson of Tungkillo, with his dog, Yandarra Whiskey, on 155 points.

Bill Trembath of Bute and dog, Dahein Snowman, (106 points), Meningie’s Joanne Flavel and dog, Old Mill Roy, (103 points) rounded our the other top four positions.

Event organiser, Janice De Gennarro, thanked the Local Rural Ladies for their great catering, including mouth-watering scones with jam and cream, beef rolls with onion and gravy, and a sausage sizzle.

“We wont mention how many donuts were eaten but there were a lot of noticable seconds,” she added.

“Without our many great sponsors, our club and the event could not exist,” Janice said.

“We would like to thank them all and a special thanks to the local media, which made for the large amount of people who attended.”

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WARNINGS Information at www.bom.gov.au/weather or 1300 659 215 (Local call cost) STATE Wednesday: Fine, with high cloud increasing the the far west. Warm to hot with light to moderate east to northeast wind, moderate to fresh in the west and south in the morning.

Thursday: Fine apart from possible isolated showers developing west of Fowlers Bay in the afternoon. Warm to hot with light to moderate northeast to northwest wind and coastal sea breezes, turning moderate southerly over the Nullarbor Plain.

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Outlook: Isolated showers extending across the State with a cooler southerly change.

Cumulative rainfall totals until midnight Friday are expected to be up to 2 mm.

MID NORTH DISTRICT FORECAST Wednesday: Sunny. Wind mainly northeasterly 10 to 20 km/h.

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Thursday: Mostly sunny. Wind northeast to northwesterly 15 to 25 km/h becoming light during the afternoon.

Friday: Partly cloudy. The chance of isolated showers during the evening. Wind mainly northeasterly 10 to 20 km/h.

MOUNT LOFTY RANGES DISTRICT FORECAST Wednesday: Sunny. Wind east to northeasterly 10 to 20 km/h.

Thursday: Mostly sunny. Wind northeasterly 10 to 20 km/h.

Friday: Partly cloudy. The chance of showers about the southern Fleurieu Peninsula during the evening. Light wind.

GULF ST VINCENT Wednesday: Winds: Northeasterly 10 to 15 knots, temporarily easing to 5 to 10 knots in the afternoon. Seas: around 0.5 metres. Swell: Below 0.5 metres.

Thursday: Winds: North to northeasterly 5 to 15 knots tending south to southeasterly up to 10 knots during the evening. Seas: 0.5 to 1.5 metres. Swell: Southwesterly 0.5 metres.

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INFORMATION

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Contact Shayn 8862 1222

MALLALA’S Brad Wilson was awarded the Matthew Konzag Memorial Award for the Most Outstanding Junior at Mallala Cricket Club’s wind-up recently.

Brad also picked up the bowling and batting aggregate trophies.

MALLALA NEWS

Old crew back for ‘The Show’ Mallala Community Arts will stage “The Show” – a collection of favourite items from many previous productions – with a matinee this Sunday and performances next weekend.

Produced and directed by Leeanne Work, Yvette Jenkin, there is cameo indignant seagull. appearances from Jim Franks, Roger Davies, Craig Argent as well as former favourites, Peter Angus and Helen Turner. Many old stagers will return, including Richard Verner, Andrew (Texel) Hall, Ian Jenkin, Leeanne Work, Zoe Juvan and Ros Franks. Newcomer Alice Turner will be introduced to the talented cast.

Performances open with a matinee this Sunday, April 22 at 2pm. Tickets at the door (includes afternoon tea) Two dinner shows are set for on Friday April 27 and Saturday, April 28, at 7pm – but the Friday show is SOLD OUT Seats still available for the ever popular “last night” on the Saturday. Tickets on sale at Mallala IGA. Plains Producer, Wednesday April 18, 2012

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Balaklava - 3 bedroom home. Double carport and shed. Low maintenance well fenced garden. Phone 8864 5096

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TISED pyjamas Phone 0458 799 577.

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RTISED car Reduced Rare VY II SS Ute, 1 owner, 6 speed

manual, FusEs tOonly 85,000 kms, in quicksilver. Lots of extras, $19,000, reg no.

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VN Commodore 1991, reg VTW 949. Good condition for age. Reg until June 28, $1,000. Phone 8527 8268.

Garage Sale

Garage Sale at 3 Short Terrace on Saturday April 21 at 8am. Books, clothes, furniture, plants, plus other items.

sunday - April 22, 9.30am to 4.30pm, 22 Adelaide Road, Mallala. Model tractors, baby gear, kids toys, books, collectable tins, Labrador X puppies, fridge sofa bed, furniture including 7 piece dining set, boat and more.

Public Notice

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

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

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

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Thank you

Shirley O’Dea wishes to thank nurses and staff during my stay at Mill Court, also those who visited me.

Thanks to everyone for their prayers

ShareMarket. Start now and learn to make money.

Phone 8862 1442. Email ekarklins@bigpond.com.

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

Ph Joe 0439 339 634.

Work Wanted

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

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Balaklava Golf Club Luncheon Tuesday May 1

Coming Events Go the extra mile to raise money for cancer

Mother’s Day (May 13)

Balaklava Oval – 9am walk, followed by breakfast • Register at Balaklava Fresh Foods • T-Shirt orders being taken

Market Day Sat April 21 9am - 1pm 3 Stall holders $10

12 noon

Adelaide Plains Male Voice Choir

Annual Concert

Sunday April 29, 2012 2pm at Balaklava Town Hall

• Admission: Adult $10, Student $6, Family $25 • Tickets available at Tads Embroidery

Owen Golf Club

Season Opening Saturday April 21

• 3 Course Meal • $20 p/person • Lunch & Entertainment

Cafe & Market

12 Burra Street, Port Wakefield

Bookings Phone 8528 6275

Bookings Caterina 0407 398 018 saltoftheearth@hotmail.com.au find us on facebook: salt of the earth cafe

Mixed Ambrose starting at 12:30

• BBQ Tea after Game • New Members welcome

Hamley Bridge Football Club Woodville West Torrens Clinic Thursday April 19

4.30pm onwards at Hamley Bridge Community & Sports Oval • For under 8, under 11, under 14 & under 17 football teams • 2011 SANFL premiership cup • Free sausage sizzle & refreshments available

Any questions contact Liam Pratt 0422 738 282

Secret Women’s Day Out Ladies Only

Temporary Road Closure

Notice Under Section 33 Road Traffic Act 1961 Drake Crescent and Burra Street, Port Wakefield, will be closed to vehicular traffic between 5.30am and 7:15am on Wednesday 25 April 2012 for the Port Wakefield RSL Club ANZAC Day Dawn Service. Participants of this event are exempt from observing Australian Road Rules 230 and 238. For further details, contact David Hassett, Wakefield Regional Council on 8862 0800.

April 28, 2012 10am to 6pm

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Balaklava Anzac Day Dawn Service Wednesday April 25 6.30am start at the Triangle

✶ Cooked breakfast in RSL Clubrooms afterwards by Balaklava Lions Club ✶ Gold coin donation ✶ Commemorative service will be lead by Rob Lawson

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DEVELOPMENT ACT 1993 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 / D504 / 03 APPLICANT’S NAME: P&J Cannizzaro

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

Date: April 18, 2012 THIS IS THE FIRST AND ONLY PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

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The position is based at 51 Robert Street, Maitland.

This position is initially to cover Maternity Leave full time until 20 July 2012, following which it will reduce to a part time casual position of minimum 2 days per week.

• Servicing Virginia, Two Wells, Lewiston & the Adelaide Plains areas • All domestic & light commercial electrical work • Data, telephone & TV points

Applications close on Friday 27th April at 5pm. For further information and a position description, please contact Holly Simmons on 8832 2455 or email holly.simmons@parliament.sa.gov.au

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Balaklava Hospital & Health Service Job Ref: 501347

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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.

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

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

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

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

Specific test and evaluation activities may also require restricting public access to the Port Wakefield Defence Practice Areas over specific periods with these areas articulated in the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. GN 40, 7 October 1992, and also identified on the diagram below. This may affect access to the Gulf of St Vincent at Port Wakefield and Port Parham.

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

SUBJECT LAND: Lots 6 2 a n d 6 3 G aw l e r River Road, Lewiston, H u n d r e d o f Po r t Gawler, CT: 5934/555 and 5934/556.

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.

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N at u r e O f T h e D evelopment : S t a ge d d iv i s i o n o f two allotments into seventeen for rural living purposes, and associated drainage reserve and roadway.

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 Thursday May 3, 2012.

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Real estate

Clearing Sale Friday May 11, 2012 - 1pm Powerline Road, Long Plains 1km north of Sharmans

Under instructions from “Bushmin Farm Rabbits” PLANT: Old Fordson Tractor Petrol Kero(with Badges), Plastic Wrap Machine, Bug Zappers, 2 Silos 1 @ 6 ton 1 @ 1 ton, Old Band Saw, Fire Fighting Pump, Sack Truck, Fork Lift. Crown cg25p.

Gas, Cash Register Draws, Orger 9m x 150mm Electric Motor, Post Hole Digger (3 point Linkage), 1 Small Rotary hoe (3 point linkage), 12 Volt Fuel Pump, 2 Diesel Fuel Tanks, 35 KVA Dunlite Gen Set. Currently being used as a single phase but designed as a 3 Phase unit, Ajax wool press, pressure cleaner RABBIT CAGES WITH FEEDERS & WATERERS: 5 Banks of Italian cages 8 per bank, 12 Banks of Harrison Breeding Cages 10 per Bank, 40 Harrison Growing Cages mostly 6 per Bank, 8 200 litre Drums, 2000 Hanging wires for skins FURNITURE: 2 Fridges, 2 Display Fridges, 3 Wardrobes, 2 Dressing Tables, 1 Gas Copper, Chairs, Chests of Draws, Fishing Rods, 1 Freezer, Electric BBQ, Sewing Table, Chest of Draws, Numerous Electrical Items, Tea Chest, Buffet Cabinet, Recliner Chair, Coffee Table, 6 Kitchen Chairs, Electric Heater, 2 Book Shelves, Dining Table & Chairs. Oil Heater Fuel Tank, Pots & Pans

TOOLS: Large Variety of old tools.

Butchery PROCESSING PLANT: Stainless Steel Chivavutte Bench Top meat Band Saw, Stainless Steel Electric Bench Top Mincer, 5 Kg Manual Sausage Filler, 20 Plastic Gambles, Sausage Hooks, 2000 Stainless Steel S Hooks, 3 Stainless Steel A Frames, 5 Stainless Steel Benches (Various Sizes), 4 Hanging Frames 1800mm x1800 Long, Hand Brine Pump, Various Knives, 2 x Mesh Gloves, Ticket Machines, Various Foam Packing Trays, 2 Galvanised A Frames For Sheep 2000 x 1800mm, Air operated secateurs, Approx. 50 Rabbit /Chicken Hangers, Air Purifier ozone Machine, 2 x Stainless Steel Tubs 1 Large 1 Small, hydraulic sausage filler (20kg) OFFICE: Electric Typewriter, Printer, Computer Desk, Light, Chair SUNDRIES: 2 Cray Pots

• Bidding registration from 12pm • Number system applies • Other entries invited • Light Catering available • Items can be viewed at www.raywhite.com or www. farmclearingsales.com.au Contact vendor Chris Bushell on 0418 840 618 or Geoff Schell on 0418 842 421 for further details.

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18.86 ha - 46.7acres Powerline Roadd, Long Plains Urgent Sale, Under instruction - sell now!

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Position Paramount! Easy drive to Yorke Peninsula pristine beaches, Clare Valley wine Region and only 120kms from Adelaide.

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• Attractive 3 bedroom home • 47 acres of easily managed farming land with good stock fencing • Watered by bore and mains water • Excellent shedding & improvements including eco shelter, slaughter house, workshop, large sheds & cool rooms • Well located in private rural surrounds & still under 60 minutes to Adelaide This property has endless possibilities for the purchaser to take advantage of the quality improvements that exist and create a business opportunity & income (STCC) Auction: at 11am May 11, 2012 on site (insp) (Bidders guide – from mid $500,000’s) Clearing sale: to follow at 1pm. Details online at www.raywhite.com & www. farmclearingsales.com.au Inspection by appointment Geoff Schell 0418 842 421 Daniel Schell 0415 436 379

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

R e n o v a t e d d o u b l e b r i c k 3 b e d ro o m homestead, ducted A/C throughout, kitchen/ dine area, open living lounge with S/C heating, main bedroom polished pine floors, tastefully tiled bathroom, laundry with terazo floors, sun room/ rumpus all with solar HWS and 9’ ceilings. Outside you have more with all weather entertaining area, enclosed dog kennels, poultry run, 5 paddocks with water troughs for stock, carport, work shop, double garage, cattle and sheep yards, shearing shed, a substantial implement shed, barn and hay shed.

Mains water connected, rainwater plumbed to house and school bus to Balaklava, enjoy the good life and experience the great country at an affordable price.

Price: $290,000 - $310,000

Elders Real Estate Clare

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Phone: 8842 2998 Rob Stephens 0407 715 862 Steve Pitcher 0439 681 558

New listings required urgently to replace the properties sold recently

Balaklava

10 Ralli Street

$130,000

New

Renovate or develop, potential plus • Stone cottage • Need of renovation • 2 roomy bedrooms • Pressed metal ceilings • Basic kitchen • Block is approx 1012m2 • Central lounge - original fire surrounds

Balaklava 9 Harris Street

$235,000

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

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

Balaklava

$215,000

12 Baker Street

Great location and ready to go

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

Balaklava

2 Virgo Terrace

$219,000

Character & Location

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

Balaklava’s Number 1 name in Real Estate Plains Producer, Wednesday April 18, 2012

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Balaklava

$169,900

Unit 7, 1 Charles Street

Low maintenance 2 bedroom unit

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

• Semi modern kitchen • Good size bedrooms • Ideally located

Balaklava $149,500 17 Kelly Street

Location & Great Investment

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

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

Salter Springs/ Balaklava 655.99ha “River Valley” 1621.28acs Outstanding Agricultural Property!

• Located in some of the richest soil structures in the Mid North • Sited only 100km from Adelaide and centrally located to major silo terminals at Balaklava and Dublin stock markets • Permanent Wakefield river frontage, springs, mains water connected and enjoying a reliable 425mm rainfall • Fertile elevated red/brown earth over clay soils to self-mulching river flats • Substantial structural improvements including circa 1925 sandstone homestead, 4 stand shearing shed and yards, large improvement shed, cattle yards and impressive sheep feed lot “Rivervalley” boasts min till, direct drilling and deep banding since 1997, a renown continuous cropped property producing high yielding cereal and legume crops.

Offered as a whole or in 2 non contingent lots (lot 1 288.5ha and Lot 2 367.4ha) Registration of Interest (Unless sold Prior) closing Friday May 11, 2012 ID: 4165080

Elders Real Estate Clare Phone: 8842 2998 Rob Stephens 0407 715 862 Vacant Land

Wattle Ridge Estate Stage 2 • 9 lots remaining • Sizes: 527m2 to 1,057m2 • Wide frontages • Price range $68,950 to $92,950

For Rent

• 3 bedroom, Hoyleton $165 per week • 3 bedroom, Balaklava $200 per week • 2 bedroom cottage, $160 per week

Sold

• 58 Railway Terrace, Snowtown • 17 Roberts Ave, Balaklava • 14 Christopher Street, Balaklava

Balaklava Red $146,000 15 Short Terrace

Balaklava Red $179,000 Unit 6 - 1 Charles Street

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

Unit with heaps of extra’s and prime location

• 3 bedroom • All price offers considered • Car garage • Good sized block • Basic bathroom & laundry areas

Balaklava $230,000 29 Walsh Street

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

• 2 bedroom home • Great little workshop with power • Large lounge adjoining the eating area

Balaklava $149,000

20 Kelly Street

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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FOOTY’S BACK! Peckers prevail in grand final rematch BALAKLAVA fired a serious shot in its premiership defence on Saturday, grinding out a solid 38-point win over Virginia in the A grade clash at Ralli Park.

It was not the standard Virginia set-up, coach Greg Phillips using Caleb Howell, still carrying soreness from the pre-season, in a lead-up role from the goal square.

Reliable defender, Andy Seccafien, also played in the reserves for the Rams.

The Peckers line-up was fairly familiar with last year.

It took about ten minutes for players to come to grips with the game, the standard carrying through from the reserves match before things kicked into gear.

REPORT: Les Pearson

The Peckers finally took control of the term with the first three goals of the game before the Rams got a roll on and piled on four of their own to take a seven-point lead into the first break.

Virginia onballer, Troy Wilkey, looked dangerous early, and not long into the second term had two goals amongst a swag of touches, causing some headaches in the Pecker camp.

Balaklava moved Brad Michael to Wilkey and Aaron Cocks began to find plenty of space and touches, involved in many forward forays as the Peckers started to turn the match back in their favour.

Both teams were having their fair share of the centre clearances, Ben Russell and Rocky Perre involved in some excellent clearance work under ruckman, Ben Galic, while Lachy Michael, Justin Michael and Todd McPharlin also bobbed up with plenty of it too.

The Pecker forward line of Stuart Lamond, Jonathon Brice and Glenn Dawson looked potent and capitalised on the supply, helping pile on seven goals for the quarter to Virginia’s three.

Balaklava captain, Hayden Walker, was influential, picking up two goals including a thumping effort from outside 50.

n WENDY Salter in action for Virginia during Saturday’s A1 netball clash. n APNA reports, page 21

n RAM Lewis Bannear gets the ‘hip and shoulder’ from Pecker Ben Catford in the A grade clash.

Father, daughter pair look to Olympics after national success TWO local shooters have their sights fixed on Olympic selection following solid results at the recent National Pistol Shooting Championships at Cessnock, New South Wales over the Easter weekend.

Hoyleton’s David Chapman and daughter, Hayley, had podium finishes in their respective events.

David’s son Matthew also came along for the experience.

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