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STAR OF THE NORTH

WHAT A CHAMPION!

PORT Wakefield lawn bowler, Willie McPharlin, was crowned champion of the state Champion of Champions Singles tournament, held on Sunday at Marion Bowling Club.

The 25-year-old won his club’s singles championship earlier last season and went on to win the Association and Regional Singles Champion of Champions events, defeating Balaklava’s Peter Thompson on both occasions.

“Peter told me to enter in the state event and I was a bit undecided at first but he ended up convincing me and even entered my name

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in the competition for me,” McPharlin said.

The state event was in knockout format, attracting star bowlers from across South Australia.

McPharlin said it was an extremely high

standard, featuring state representative, Scott Tholburn, who was knocked out of the competition by Grange bowler, Cam Dickinson.

“It was a great competition with a lot of champions from around the state there,” he said.

McPharlin then defeated Dickinson, before accounting for Brighton’s Darren Seigects.

The state win now means McPharlin will be travelling to Queanbeyan in the ACT to take on the nation’s best singles champions in late October. nCONTINUED PAGE 2

BALAKLAVA MEETING DECISION:

Libs name Wakefield candidate

RICKI’s canter against cancer

SANFL identity, Tom Zorich, will lead the Liberal Party’s challenge at the 2013 Federal Election, winning pre-selection to become its candidate for the seat of Wakefield.

He was pre-selected at a meeting of local Liberal Party members held on Saturday at Balaklava, defeating well-known Two Wells local, Kaye Boon.

The former Central District Football Club president had an extremely successful tenure with the club and plans on taking that drive to succeed into Federal politics. His campaign philosophy is simple.

“Plan to win,” Mr Zorich said.

Returning economic stability to the electorate is one of his primary goals and having done so with Centrals, he believed his experience in lifting the club to its current glory will help. n Continued Page 6 MAKING a “mile for mum” were Ricki the horse, with Gail MacLucas-Whyte and Sophie Hamdorf, about to send a ballon skywards.– PICTURES: Abbie Tiller.

ABOUT 120 participants took part Amongst the walkers were two dogs in the Mile For Mum walk to celebrate and a specially decorated horse.

Mother’s Day at Ralli Park on Sunday.

Ricki the horse, bought in by Gail Event organiser, Abbie Tiller, said it MacLucas-Whyte, is a cancer survivor, was a great day and a cancer fundraiser. and with his hot pink rug and bridal, and “Last year was a success and this year his purple survivor sash, he proved pretty was even better,” she said. popular with young walkers, who made “It was a very fitting way for many sure he was well fed with carrots. people to celebrate Mother’s Day, and “I think he even managed to pinch a especially emotional considering the loss bacon and egg sandwich from someone,” of some of Balaklava’s most respected Abbie said. identities in the past 12 months.” nCONTINUED PAGE 2

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Making a ‘Mile for Mum’ •From page 1 Fresh Foods, and $1400 was Youngest to take part raised for the Cancer Council. was four-month-old, Ruby The money was presented Jaeschke, with new parents to Mel King (nee Grigg), who Megan (nee McArdle) and is taking part in Relay for Life Grant. this year.

The oldest walker was The money will add to her 86-year-old, Olive Rob- team’s end of year total, and bins, who walked with her will then go to the Cancer daughter, Trish Langdon, Council.

CASHBACK VIA REDEMPTION and son-in-law, Ian, and is “It was a beautiful mornlooking forward to walking ing, which ended with the again next year. release of 100 balloons, with Everything was donated messages of love for those thanks to generous donations who were missing from our from Balaklava Bakery, Fre- site, but in the forefront of our echoice, Primo and Balaklava minds on the day,” Abbie said.

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The presentation culminated in a vision statement, guiding principles and short, medium and longer term recommendations for Hamley Bridge to grow into a sustainable, connected and thriving community.

Adelaide University senior lecturer, Dr Susan Shannon, said the presentation explained the process and identified the four themes that emerged from the consultation day: Connections, Growth, Environment and Wellbeing.

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NOTEWORTHY event for Balaklava Museum as Roy and Norma Schopp have fun with a 1917 glockenspiel, which was played by Albert Underwood and presented to the museum by Dale Underwood while John Miels tries a banjo, once strummed by Roy Wood, father of local farmer Cameron Wood.

Museum’s own ‘moment in time’ Sally Crowther reports:

In 1974 the historical society changed its name as it became a branch of the National Trust and in 1975 moves were made to acquire the former Rechabite Hall on May Terrace.

The second milestone marks the 35th anniversary of the official opening of Centenary Hall as the National Trust’s Balaklava branch Museum which was held during the Balaklava centenary celebrations in 1977.

Affiliation with National Trust ceased

in 2004, but Balaklava Museum has continued to grow with a constant inflow of historic items and a volunteer membership of nearly 50.

To honour the early members whose untiring efforts established the solid base on which the museum operates today, they will be formally naming the Margaret Gleeson Historical Records Room and the Grace Anders Memorial Music Room.

Margaret is the only living foundation member of the original Historical Society.

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SUCCESS FOR VIRGINIA GROWER:

National award to Michael VIRGINIA market gardener Michael Vorrasi, 28, has been named Australia’s “Young Grower of the Year.”

Michael, who grows gourmet lettuce and Asian vegetables, beat 13 other finalists from across the country to win the category at the AUSVEG National Awards for Excellence at its national convention attended by 2000 growers in Tasmania last weekend.

“I’m very proud to have won this award, not just for myself, but for everyone in our business,” Michael said.

“I encourage all young growers to get involved in the industry.

“To help drive its future direction, this

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industry needs leaders – and particularly young leaders.

Michael, who sells his produce through South Australia’s wholesale market, Adelaide Produce Market, said having a strong passion for fresh produce, focusing on customer needs and producing quality produce in an environmentally-sustainable way might have given him the edge.

Adelaide Produce Market was a finalist for the “Innovative Marketing Award” for its recent campaign to encourage people to consume more fresh fruit and vegetables through the independent retail sector.

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When Balaklava Museum presents its 2012 SA History Festival event at Centenary Hall Museum on Sunday May 27, it will observe two significant milestones in the local museum’s history.

Under the theme, “We Won’t Forget Our Founders,” it will mark 40 years since the Balaklava and District Historical Society was formed in 1972, with the aim of preserving local history in its written and photographic form.

The move to establish a local history group came at the suggestion of Margaret Gleeson, a local teacher and district councillor at the time.

Mallala Museum held its “Dressed to the Nines” exhibition and open days earlier this month as part of the South Australian History Festival. There was an opportunity to be photographed in fashions from a bygone era – and Mallala resident Effie Baker, a local “youngster” in her 90s set the trend for others to follow, even donning white gloves for the photo! Tiina Pentinkorpi, (below) of Redbanks, also looks sensational in sepia tones.

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Minister gets our ‘wish list’ LOCAL Government Minister, Russell Wortley, attended the Central Local Government Region (CLGR) quarterly forum at Ardrossan last Friday, along with mayors and chief executive officers from 15 councils across the region.

The meeting considered issues around regional development, water, transport and planning and discussed the progress of several

ongoing projects and topical issues to the area.

These included the regional coastcare project and opportunities for future funding, the CLGR’s recent submission to the Special Local Roads funding program and progress by the Regional Waste Coordinator on issues such as E-waste and options for collaborative effort by councils.

AT the CLGR meeting were (from left) Geoff Sheridan (acting CEO, Wakefield RC), mayor Paul Thomas (Copper Coast), Peter Harder (CEO Copper Coast), Darryl Ottens (deputy mayor Wakefield RC), Russell Wortley (Minister for State/Local Government Relations), Nigel Hand (CEO Burunga West), Ray Agnew (mayor Yorke Peninsula), Andrew Cameron (CEO Yorke Peninsula,) Dean Dolling (mayor Burunga West).

The draft stormwater management agreement between the State and local government was also discussed.

With Wakefield Regional Council looking to develop both an integrated water management plan and stormwater management plan, this issue was particularly pertinent.

WRC acting chief executive officer, Geoff Sheridan, said for a council to be eligible to receive funding support implementing a stormwater management plan, the catchment area must be at least 40 hectares.

“A lot of smaller councils have difficulty meeting the guidelines set by the Stormwater Management Authority,” Mr Sheridan said.

“The CLGR is putting in a submission in relation to this.”

The hope is some form of contingency for small councils is developed, given 40ha is quite a large catchment area and was unlikely to suit smaller towns outside of the major regional centres or metropolitan areas.

Updates on windfarm development, emergency management, council shared services activities, flood damage remediation works and the rollout of the national broadband network were also discussed at the meeting.

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Did all mums have a nice Mother’s Day? I did, kick-starting the morning with a hot cup of real tea, brewed in our teapot, and a block of chocolate for brekky - shared, of course, with my five boys – that includes husband, Scott.

Then we had a little campfire barbecue, and after months of waiting for the fire ban season to end - not that it’s rained yet, Toby finally got to use his camp-oven to cook some damper.

This was then smothered wih jam and cream! All in all, a very relaxing day spent with my family.

Isn’t motherhood a joy? But for most, especially first timers, it can be quite daunting.

I can remember phoning the CAFHS hotline, often in the middle of the night, and usually more for reassurance than anything else.

Now there’s another phone hotline available to mothers, that of the Australian Breastfeeding Association (ABA), phone 1800 686 268.

Last week, the ABA, formerly known as Nursing Mothers, celebrated “National Mothering WeekCelebrating Motherhood.”

The ABA has been raising awareness of the importance of mothering through its celebrations since 1979.

But even though there are plenty of babies and toddlers around SA, some ABA branches are closing down.

Luckily the Balaklava branch is booming (must be something in the water) and organiser Narelle Michael is very happy about that.

Narelle says “all mothers are very welcome to attend our get-togethers.”

“We offer mums support, friendship and understanding, and it’s a great way to meet new people, share experiences and learn from each other,” she said.

The group meets on the first Monday of each month at 10am at the Balaklava Uniting Church Hall.

The group often has guest speakers, with Dietician Deb Butler speaking at the next gathering on June 4.

If you’d like to know more about this group, please contact Narelle on 8863 3060.

BALAKLAVA’S famous “boob group” (from left) rear Holly Cowan and Claudia, Lee-anne McCracken and Mason; Sonia Gangell and Ilka;Teearn Fitzpatrick and Ezra; Roshanna Bull and Hamish; Cherie Wilmer and Curtis; Narelle Michael, Lauren Ahwan and Amelia March; Jacqui Behsmann, Connie Reljich and Willliam; Melissa Smith and Elliot. Front: Dianne Whitall and Natalia; Jenny Young and Brianna; Heidi Zerk and Caitlin; Lachlan Bull, Gaynor Tink and Brock; Amanda Lockwood and Josiah; Liam March, Angela Battle with Lexie and Casey; Thomas Reljich and nurse Sally Michael.

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• And where’s the rain? Some farmers have been madly sowing, blowing dust everywhere, especially on those horrid windy days we’ve had lately. Others are waiting patiently for rain. Maybe we could find 100 women who could do a rain dance in the nude, like they did in Nepal? Or not.

Maybe we’ll leave that to the men of the district. Apparently Riverton’s Mick Connell, resident rain man Philip Shepherd of Balaklava, Mallala’s Ian Jenkin and Owen’s Andrew Parker are starters. Let me know of any others!

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• Now we don’t want to think about Christmas just yet, but the Avon Christmas Committee is asking you to do just that!

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The Christmas Festival, which runs from November 20 to December 8, has become so popular, especially with Adelaide groups, most days have already been booked.

However the festival committee has advised Tuesdays are not as heavily booked and would encourage local groups to join with groups from other areas, and book a Tuesday.

Bookings include a three-course lunch, tour of display, entertainment and afternoon tea. The Festival will only be open to the general public for one day, so keep an eye out for further details. For group bookings phone Jill on 88671 127.

Dublin • Official opening of the Dublin History Group Research Centre is on Sunday from 1-4pm at the Institute.

A monetary donation will include afternoon tea.

• The Senior Citizens group has been busy getting out and about. Next outing is the “Big Cuppa Lunch” at the Port Parham clubrooms on Tuesday, May 22. Bookings to Pat McCann.

And don’t you just love bingo nicknames? Can you guess these numbers? Kellys’ eye, quack quack, big fat hen, clickety click and sunset strip. The next Bingo night is on June 7 at the Institute. Eyes down at 7.30pm sharp.

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• Brinkworth History Group would like to add to its already fantastic, but slightly out-dated, collection of farm and agricultural photos.

The group has photos up to around 1990, but not many since. Check your albums or computers for more recent photos to add to the collection.

• And seeing it’s Year of the Farmer, the group would also like to acknowledge the work of women on farms. So girls, you need to get on the other side of the camera and let the men start snapping. The Museum is open from 2-4pm on the first Sunday of the month.

Tarlee • A horse event is on at the town oval this weekend. Maybe there’s a prospective Black Caviar there.

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Local schools including Balaklava Primary, are encouraging students to walk to school this Friday, May 18, in support of National Walk Safely to School Day. Now in it’s 13th year, the Walk Safely to School Day promotes the vitally important message: Active Kids are Healthy Kids.

The event asks parent, carers and their children to build regular walking to and from school into their daily routine because children need a minimum of 60 minutes exercise each day.

An easy slide show designed to be presented by a primary school student is now available online at www.walk.com. au.

GET your friends and walk safely to school. Showing how are (from left) Balaklava primary students Ava and Ruth Woodroofe, Akeisha Cornish and Ethan Myrianthopoulos.

BHS open night tours

Budget health cuts worry Rural doctors The Rural Doctors Association of Australia (RDAA) is “very concerned” about additional cuts announced in last week’s Federal budget and is seeking urgent clarification.

“The government has been trying to sell this budget as a big win for health, but we are worried about the devil in the detail on a number of fronts,” RDAA president, Dr Paul

Mara, said. “For starters, we are concerned at the government’s cuts to the GP immunisation incentive.

“This flies in the face of the proven effectiveness of this incentive in encouraging the strong uptake of childhood immunisation in Australia, and can only lead to further imposts on general practice in providing this service.

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Balaklava High School will hold its annual open night from 6.30pm Wednesday.

This is an excellent opportunity to inspect the facilities and see various work displayed by students.

• Pictured left is produce displayed by students last year.

The evening begins in the community library.

From 7pm students will lead small groups on a school tour. Supper will be served around 9pm.

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now require medical practices to participate in the Personally Controlled Electronic Health Record (PCEHR) system in order to continue to receive the ePIP (a Practice Incentive Payment intended to encourage the adoption of new e-health technology by practices).”

This would incure more costs in preparing and managing e-health records for patients.

Cannabis reports HAMLEY BRIDGE • Police reported a 37-year-old Brinkworth man for allegedly cultivating cannabis.

It is alleged the man had seven indoor seedlings growing. He will be summoned to appear in court at a later date.

SNOWTOWN • Police reported a 54-year-old Snowtown man for possessing cannabis. It is alleged he had two cannabis plants growing in his rear yard.

PORT WAKEFIELD • A 61-year-old Port Wakefield man was reported for B-Double off-route and critical risk breaches by Barossa Highway Patrols on May 8.

THOMPSONS BEACH • A 40-year-old woman from Thompson Beach was reported for breaching the prescribed concentration of alcohol, with an alleged reading of 0.088 by Barossa Highway Patrols.

Her vehicle was impounded and her licence disqualified.

WINDSOR • A GLASS panel of the front door of a home on Gilbert Road, Windsor, was smashed and entry was gained to the premises on May 12.

A laptop computer was stolen.

TWO WELLS • BETWEEN May 8 and 9, a car battery, mobile phone and wallet with contents was stolen from a vehicle, which was parked in the driveway at a home on Port Gawler Road, Two Wells.

LEWISTON • AN UNLOCKED vehicle, with keys left in its ignition, was stolen by unknown persons from a driveway of a home on Peppermint Road, Lewiston.

Tom Zorich named Wakefield candidate •From Page 1 “The club was in a diabolical position in 1999,” Mr Zorich recalled.

“Myself and Les Stevens became involved in 2000 and the proof is in the pudding. Nine premierships, 13 grand final appearances and financial sustainability, we’ve been able to turn the club around in a massive way.

“That’s what the challenge for all of us is – to make sure we get financial sustainability back into government.”

Together with his family, Mr Zorich has operated Sportspower, JT Surf and other retail stores in Elizabeth, Gawler and Munno Para for more than 25 years and recently served as an elected member of the Gawler council.

“I’m certainly going to have a close affinity with the local constituents, that’s the thrust of it all,” Mr Zorich said. “It’s early days but I’m passionate about ensuring the constituents of Wakefield are no worse off compared to anywhere else in Australia, so we’ve got to make sure that our local economy improves.”

He said issues affecting the Wakefield residents are wide-ranging and widely variable, but looked forward to hearing those concerns during his pre-election campaign.

“I would be certainly pursuing their interests in Canberra,” Mr Zorich said.

Making the shift between local government and Federal elections is

no small step but it was one Mr Zorich was confident he could make.

“Principally, I spoke to some people who I am very close to in the party and they gave me some good feedback and the confidence to move forward and be a nominee for the pre-selection,” he said.

“It’s been a bit of a journey for me because I realised there was a real opportunity to make a change – and Wakefield needs to be won to help the Liberal party gain government nationally.

“That’s really one of the many things I had in my mind. I can make a difference between winning and losing.”

Incumbent Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion, through an open letter to the media, challenged Mr Zorich to declare whether he supported the Federal government’s plan to produce two new models at Holden Elizabeth, or supports opposition leader, Tony Abbott, and his plan to cut automotive co-investment.

Mr Zorich explained he had not had any contact with Mr Champion and was yet to see the letter.

“When I see the letter and its context, I will make a response,” he said.

“But let me say this; my parents worked at Holden for more than 30 years, so I know it is a very important part of the local community.”

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Snowtown charges ahead Another 90 turbines in windfarm expansion

TURBINES spin at the current Snowtown windfarm. To gain a perspective of the size of the turbines, a van (circled) can be seen at the base of the turbine in the foreground.

Taste of friendship

CLEAN energy production in the district will be boosted by a massive expansion of TrustPower’s existing 100-megawatt wind farm at Snowtown.

The company announced it had concluded a number of conditional agreements that have significantly advanced its plans for the expansion.

TrustPower has entered into a power sale and purchase agreement for the output of Snowtown II with Origin Energy, which already has a purchase agreement for 89 per cent of the Snowtown I facility.

The Snowtown II wind farm, as the expansion will be known, will be located adjacent to the existing Snowtown I facility and includes 90 turbines with an installed capacity of 270MW. Wakefield Regional Council acting chief executive officer, Geoff Sheridan, said the announcement of the expansion was great news for the district.

“The Snowtown community has been very supportive and approved of this in 2010,” he said.

It also presented a great opportunity to add economic benefits to the region, a chance too good for a small council to deny without any great rhyme or reason.

SET for soup (from left) Julie Hayes, pastor Carel Haasbroek, Tania Sandery and Paul Flint.

AS winter approaches, the soup season arrives and so does the soup and social afternoons at Balaklava Church of Christ centre.

Former chef, Julie Hayes, assisted

by Tania Sandery, started the soup kitchen last year as a way to bring people together.

Balaklava Church of Christ Pastor, Carel Haasbroek, said the afternoons attracted a range of people last year.

“There are a lot of people in the community who are single or lonely, as well as families who want to join and gather together,” he said.

Julie started running the soup kitchen out of her own pocket but the church began to support it soon after.

“She just wants to provide a service to the community, using our facilities,” Pastor Haasbroek explained.

He said Julie was weighing up doing it again this year and recently decided to get the apron on again, after the success of last year.

“It went really well,” Pastor Haasbroek said. “It was slow in

the beginning but it got going as it became known amongst the people in the community.

“I think a lot of people perhaps thought this is the church’s way of getting people to the church, but that’s not really the idea.

“Julie was really concerned about the community in Balaklava and for the people who are lonely. People started to join in and enjoy the company, and the soup.

“We did discuss doing it in the Triangle this year but the practicality of it was just too hard, so maybe next year.”

The soup kitchen is open Sundays from noon until about 6pm, starting from May 27 and running until August.

“People enjoy themselves, they chat and just enjoy it,” Pastor Haasbroek said.

“The soup is exceptional as well.

“It’s an open invitation, anyone can come along and catch up over a cup of delicious soup.”

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Les Pearson reports: “From council’s perspective, there’s only a few sites around South Australia suitable for wind farms and this is one of them,” Mr Sheridan said.

“We’re not like other councils, as we don’t have the complaints of the noise.”

He said locals had raised some issues regarding road quality in the area during the construction phase and council would have to address that.

It was one small deterrent in an otherwise exciting development.

“This development is being constructed at an enormous cost, so it’s a massive investment being built in the district and people will be staying locally and spending money in the area,” Mr Sheridan said.

“In general terms, TrustPower is also a good corporate citizen.”

The local wind farm workforce is expected to boom from nine to 50.

Under the terms of a new 15 year agreement, Origin will be supplied with 100 per cent of the output and Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs), with the agreement expected to take effect in 2014 following the wind farm’s construction and commissioning.

A TrustPower spokesperson said the company was pleased to have the support of the local community for this expansion, which will further cement the positive relationships established with the Snowtown Lions Club and the establishment of the TrustPower Snowtown Lend a Hand Foundation four years ago.

TrustPower chief executive, Vince Hawksworth, said the Australian government’s commitment to the 20 per cent by 2020 policy directly resulted in the building of Snowtown I, and now looks likely to make another sustainable leap forward with the building of Snowtown II. “We believe continued support of the Renewable Energy Target will result in further investment to achieve the policy objective,“ he said. “As part of our broader strategy, TrustPower is pursuing additional opportunities in Australia because of that. “ It is intended Snowtown Stage II will be split into two separately metered wind farms, 144MW, which will be owned by TrustPower and 126MW by a co-investor.

TrustPower will be the operator for the total Snowtown wind farm site under a long term management services arrangement. The company is currently running a selection process to identify a co-investor and hopes to make an announcement within the next few months.

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Federal Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion, was happy to announce the government’s “cost of living relief” payments as part of “benefits from the mining boom”.

“The budget will spread the benefits of the mining boom to help everyday Australians with cost of living pressures” Mr Champion said.

In Wakefield, about 13,250 will receive $410 for each child in primary school and $820 for each child in high school as part of the new Schoolkids Bonus.

Family payments will increase by up to $600 for more than 17,000 local families from July next year, as extra support for families currently receiving Family Tax Benefit Part A payments.

The Budget also allocated extra money to help pay the bills to 17,567 local young people, single parents and the unemployed currently receiving allowances.

Singles will receive a $210 lump sum payment while couples will receive $350.

Mr Champion added local business could benefit from new tax relief thanks to the government’s new Loss Carry-Back initiative.

Businesses are currently able to carry forward their tax losses to offset future profits and reduce future tax liabilities.

The new initiative will allow businesses to also ‘carry back’ their losses, to offset past profits and get a refund of tax previously paid on that profit.

“We’re also returning the budget to surplus, on time, as promised,” Mr Champion said.

“Returning to surplus gives the Reserve Bank maximum flexibility to cut interest rates further, just like they did last week.”

AGRICULTURE THERE was little room available for free spending in agriculture, a surprise to some, considering 2012 is Australian Year of the Farmer.

South Australian Farmers Federation (SAFF) president, Peter White, was disappointed the Budget did not significantly recognise and contribute to the future growth and success of the agriculture sector.

“We’ve long suspected agriculture just isn’t on the government’s agenda and this Budget confirms it,” Mr White said.

He touched on a few positives arising from the Budget announcement.

“I guess we need to be thankful that the diesel fuel rebate was not cut,” Mr White said.

Increased funding for biosecurity and for continuing the Caring for our Country program were also announced.

“There is no increase funding for research and development, very little funding for developing a new drought policy, and support for the Murray Darling Basin has been put on hold,” Mr White added.

The government has committed to continue funding rural financial counselling and the Australian Centre for Plant Functional Genomics at the Waite Campus, despite rumours both would be cut.

HEALTH

AGED care was predominantly the big winner, with the announcement of $3.7 billion in aged care reform.

The National Rural Health Alliance declared the Federal Budget promises good news on three fronts: dental care, aged care and disability services but called for follow-up action on promises.

“For the news to be confirmed there will need to be ongoing government commitment, wide ranging consultation and the allocation of substantial extra resources as soon as fiscal conditions permit,” NRHA

executive director, George Gregory said.

The Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) raised concerns after primary health care was overlooked and called for a ramp up of expenditure to support the recently established Medicare Locals.

Rural Doctors Association of Australia (RDAA) also slammed the Budget, claiming the government has done little to address several issues, including the Australian Standard Geographical Classification – Remoteness Areas (ASGC-RA) system policy.

The RDAA also wanted a reverse of the government’s decision to cut after-hours incentives from the Practice Incentives Program from July next year and demanded an amendment to the Districts of Workforce Shortage (DWS) regime so it better reflects the reality of doctor shortages in rural Australia.

TRANSPORT

A FUNDING package of $4.1 billion over the next four years was announced to assist local councils to maintain and upgrade local roads under an extension of the Roads to Recovery Program until 2019.

It totals about $150m in local road funding to SA Councils from 2014 to 2019.

With the program due to expire at the end of next financial year, the government has agreed to extend the program for a further five years, supplementing the support councils under the Financial Assistance Grants Scheme.

Local Government Association of SA president, Kym McHugh, said such funding was vital to communities across the state. “$31 million a year for another five years into the future is fantastic news and councils will welcome it,” he said.

The Budget also included a $4 million to extend the Seatbelts on Regional School Buses program for another four years and $4.7 million to eliminate another 23 dangerous black spots on the state’s roads.

JENNA shows her pharmacy awards.

Jenna’s formula for a top career THE sky is the limit for former Balaklava resident Jenna Koch, after graduating from university where she completed Honours in a Bachelor of Pharmacy and earned the highest GPA (Grade Point Average) in pharmacy for each year of her study.

Jenna, 22, received the Pharmaceutical Gold Medal, which is awarded to the student who has the highest GPA and has completed the program in four years.

She also received the University of South Australia Honours medal for the Division of Health Sciences for 2011, which was for the student who received the highest honours mark.

“I still can’t believe I won.

It has been a lot of hard work, but this really makes it worth it in the end,” Jenna said.

Jenna is now completing a year internship at Royal Adelaide Hospital, before she will become a fully qualified pharmacist.

Sally Crowther reports: “This year I spend time rotating through working in the hospital dispensary, the production department and also clinical work,” she said.

Jenna also works the occasional Saturday at Balaklava Chemplus.

With her study days over, Jenna is unsure whether she will remain in the city or return to her roots in Balaklava.

“I really love the country lifestyle, and the country sport, but I haven’t decided what I want to do next year,” she said.

With the relief of university study behind her, Jenna is looking to travel next year before she gets into the industry she is so passionate about.

“I have always wanted to work in the health care industry where I am able to help people,” Jenna said. “ Pharmacy is really challenging. You are always learning something new.”

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Member forFurther Light, information Mr Piccolo said he was “However, the departproject will help to imTony Piccolo, welcomed Call: 1300 728 274 traffic flow through working with DPTI and ment has assured both me prove the works.

Email: dtei.communityrelations@sa.gov.au local residents and busiand the community they the area and also make it “The roundabout Visit: will www.infrastructure.sa.gov.au/road_projects nesses to ensure disruption will work to ensure there be a boon to the commu- safer.”

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Farm machinery plea THE South Australian Farmers Federation (SAFF) is calling for an immediate revision of the code of practice for moving farm machinery on roads.

SAFF president, Peter White said the revision was needed for all sizes of machinery.

“And with newer, more advanced machinery there now is much more night work and the need for night travel,” Mr White said.

“Also needed is a simple procedure manual setting out requirements when farmers need to move farm machinery on roads.

“The State government continually talks about increasing production – and the State’s Strategic Plan has as one of its targets to treble the value of exports.

“Restrictions need to be minimised for the State’s farmers to achieve increased production.”

Liberal MP for Goyder, Steven Griffiths, raised this issue in the Plains Producer earlier this month.

Mr Griffiths has contacted government Transport and Police Ministers about the problem.

SAFF called for a new code of practice that adopted a “common sense approach” which was not cost prohibiting and could be practically followed.

“If farmers are not following the correct procedures this may void their public liability if there was an accident,” Mr White said.

“While SAFF’s Transport Committee has been working with the Department of Planning, Transport on this issue, the process needs speeding up,” Peter said.

SAFF member John Kennett, from near Kadina, has been lobbying extensively to highlight the immediate problem of being able to move an air-seeder on roads between his paddocks when it is “oversize” – greater than 7.5 metres in width and greater than 30 metres in length.

Eventually he accessed a three month permit after filling out the appropriate forms and getting clearances from his local councils.

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mit”, while the clearance from local councils was based on an assessment of the amount of roadside vegetation.

In addition to these requirements to get a permit for this size, Mr Kennett also discovered the need for the escort vehicle to carry a copy of the “Escorting Guidelines for oversize and overmass vehicles and loads” but not the Gazette Notice.

HOW to move big machinery?

Councils brace for corruption ‘watchdog’ THE State Government will introduce legislation to create an Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC).

ICAC would identify and investigate corruption in public administration, including councils, as well as working to prevent and minimise corruption or mal- administration.

The legislation will give ICAC substantial powers to gather evidence and compel witnesses to answer questions.

While the ICAC will be completely independent of government, the Bill includes several important measures to ensure accountability and transparency for such an important and highpowered investigative body.

Wakefield Regional Council (WRC) acting chief executive officer, Geoff Sheridan, believed the new commission could act as a deterrent to issues like conflict of interest, a matter which was recently the subject of a report

by State Ombudsman, Richard Bingham.

“I think it would give councils more power to prevent these sorts of things from happening,” he said.

The notion of an ICAC has been discussed at length around local government circles but Mr Sheridan said there were fears it could be used for the wrong reasons, such as frivolous corruption claims following minor disagreements.

Local Government Association president, Kym McHugh, echoed these thoughts.

“We sought from the government a structure to protect the presumption of innocence of people against unfair allegations,” he said.

“We are reassured the ICAC Commissioner would have to

consider the effect on a person’s reputation and the capacity of a public statement to unfairly damage a person’s reputation.

“We have to remember our council members are voluntary servants of their communities and their reputations and those who sit on Development Assessment Panels must be protected from unfounded allegations.”

Mr McHugh said the introduction of a uniform code and an investigatory role for the Ombudsman, would also signify to council members that behavioural issues, while a far cry from issues to be dealt with by the ICAC, were disruptive and inappropriate.

Local Government Minister, Russell Wortley, said the commission would help restore confidence to the public sector.

“The ICAC is an important reform that will help to build greater trust in all tiers of government, trust that is integral to the community’s relationship with the public sector,” he said.

“The legislation will impact on the Local Government Act, as it establishes new processes for investigating maladministration, misconduct and, in the worst case scenario, corruption.

“I encourage all elected councillors and council staff to have a look at the governance discussion paper that was released in March.”

He encouraged feedback for the new legislation.

“We have extended the deadline for comments until the end of this month, so councils can share their views on the possible content of these codes,” Mr Wortley said.

The ICAC legislation will be discussed at a forum on Thursday, June 7.

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VERANDAH blinds have been fitted at Riverton’s Gilbert Valley Senior Citizens Home. The Lions club of Gilbert Valley, with assistance from the Australian Lions Foundation, presented a cheque for $6,180 towards the cost.

Thanking the Lions, GVSC Home CEO, Graham Ackland, said the blinds not only provided shelter from the elements but also security for staff visiting rooms, at night time. – JOHN TAYLER

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RIGHT: Lions John Gilbert, and Frank Gorey with club secretary, Helen Karger, as she presents a cheque to GVSCH CEO, Graham Ackland and clinical nurse manager, Lesley Smith.

BELOW: View of the new blinds, with Bailey, the home’s resident greyhound, helping with the inspection.

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Isolated storms possible with the change overnight Friday into Saturday morning. Remaining cool to mild with moderating southwest to southeasterly wind.

MID NORTH DISTRICT FORECAST Wednesday: Mostly sunny. Patches of morning frost in the north. Patchy morning fog in the east. Wind northerly and light.

Thursday: Partly cloudy. The chance of showers from midday. Wind north to northwesterly 15 to 30 km/h tending northerly and light by early evening.

Friday: The chance of showers, chiefly morning and evening. Wind northwesterly 15 to 30 km/h tending westerly and light by early evening.

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Thursday: Isolated showers extending to southwest of about Port Augusta to Bordertown by the end of the day. The chance of morning frost on and east of the ranges. Generally mild with mainly light to moderate northerly wind ahead of a cooler southerly change in the west.

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Friday: Partly cloudy. Isolated showers. Wind northwesterly 15 to 30 km/h tending westerly up to 20 km/h by early evening.

MOUNT LOFTY RANGES DISTRICT FORECAST Wednesday: Patchy fog and light frost in the Barossa Valley early in the morning. Mostly sunny day. Wind northerly and light.

Thursday: Partly cloudy, chance showers. Wind north to northwesterly 15 to 20 km/h, 35 km/h at times.

Friday: Partly cloudy. Isolated showers, increasing to scattered showers and the chance of storms about the southern Fleurieu Peninsula late in the evening.

Wind north to northwesterly 15 to 25 km/h tending west to northwesterly up to 30 km/h around dawn.

GULF ST VINCENT Wednesday: Winds: North to northeasterly 10 to 15 knots becoming northerly up to 10 knots during the afternoon then increasing to 10 to 15 knots later.

Seas: Below 1 metre. Swell: Below 0.5 metres.

Thursday: Winds: Northerly 10 to 15 knots increasing to 15 to 20 knots during the morning, tending north to northwesterly 10 to 20 knots during the afternoon.

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Balaklava

Contact Shayn 8862 1222

THE State government is looking to bury confusing and varying regulations at cemeteries, burial grounds and similar facilities, with new legislation to provide a single line of regulations across the state.

Attorney-General, John Rau, released a draft Bill to provide a new level of consistency and clarity for laws governing burial and cremation in South Australia.

The government wants public comment about the draft legislation, which could impact on local councils which manage cemeteries across the region.

Wakefield Regional Council acting chief executive officer, Geoff Sheridan, said the issue was yet to be discussed by the Local Government Association.

“I haven’t received any feedback from the LGA about it yet,” Mr Sheridan said.

He said it was likely LGA would be involved in developing the legislation in the near future and from there, the impact on council’s operations, if any, would be clearer.

Various cemeteries are spread throughout the Adelaide Plains and Wakefield regions. Many are small but continue to be used by families with a link to the area where the cemetery is located.

One of the Bill’s key goals is to ensure people have a clearer understanding of their rights in relation to the interment of their loved one’s remains.

Mr Rau said the draft legislation would require authorities to provide people with a plain English description of their inter-

ment rights, including the right to renewal.

“Burial authorities will be able to issue interment rights for a specified period, or in perpetuity, although it will be up to each cemetery to decide whether they are able to offer a perpetual right,” Mr Rau said.

“The Bill will also provide greater clarity about the renewal of interment rights. The legislation says an authority must renew interment rights for a period of five years or more if the holder of the right makes an application and pays the fee.”

The Bill will also bring the law up to date with the latest practices in the disposal of human remains.

The current legislation only contemplates burial or cremation, but there has been a recent trend towards environmentally friendly methods of disposal, such as ‘natural’ burial.

In natural burial, the body is prepared for burial or interment without chemical preservatives and a shroud or biodegradable casket is used.

At the moment, burials and cremations are governed by a variety of Acts and regulations.

The new Bill will create a single Act to regulate the industry, including the management and establishment of cemeteries and crematoria, the closure and conversion of cemeteries, and the re-use of interment sites.

“I encourage anyone with an interest to read the Bill and provide me with their comments,” Mr Rau said.

The draft Bill can be viewed online at www. yoursay.sa.gov.au

Pet Care

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Why buy a purebred?

Responsible breeders can tell you that the purebred dog is far more predictable as to its temperament, behaviour, appearance, size and even colour than a crossbred dog. Purebred dogs are the result of many years of selective breeding. All breeds were developed for a specific purpose and documentation is available on their history and heritage.

When you buy a purebred puppy you will know what to expect in the adult dog. Knowing the characteristics and attributes of a purebred dog enables you to narrow down the choices to those which best fit into your lifestyle.

Responsible breeders have the experience to give puppies the care and nurturing they need at critical early stages – the puppy will be healthy and much less likely to develop into a difficult adult. Responsible breeders will provide background about the breed and discuss the characteristics of the adult dog.

You should receive a documented history of the puppy and you will be able to see one or both parents or other family members. Breeders will give you guidance about proper care and feeding, health issues and training. They are there to help you as your puppy grows into adulthood.

Plains Producer, Wednesday May 16, 2012

NEWS v District IN BRIEF

Two Wells CFS members Ryan Allen, Ben Billing, brigade captain Adam Harris, Sara Oljey, Chantel and Carla Harris, Kym Barrowcliff, holding Blake Harris and kneeling, training officer, Michael Howell, at their March open information session.

Still room for you at Two Wells

Two Wells CFS members are still struggling to recruit new members but are forging ahead with plans for a membership drive to boost numbers in a bid to save services in the town.

Brigade captain, Adam Harris, said dwindling numbers meant some services might be restricted and response times lengthened, if new blood wasn’t signed up soon.

“We are frustrated at the moment,” he said.

“If we can just get a few more members it will help out a lot.”

At the end of March the group held an information session near the town oval, but Adam said it was disappointing not much interest was shown by residents.

“It was disappointing that we didn’t have a bit more interest (but) people can expect us to be a bit more active in the next month or two as far as recruiting goes.”

Earlier this month state CFS volunteer support officer, Aaron Hughes, met with Two Wells CFS training officer, Michael Howell, and Adam to plan a recruitment strategy.

Adam said while Mr Hughes did not have any answers to the immediate problem and had praised the brigade on their efforts so far, he had vowed to put together a plan of attack for recruiting new people.

In the meantime, Two Wells CFS members are considering door knocking homes in the area and putting together fliers and information packs to distribute around the district.

“We’ll probably also have an open training session where people can come and have a bit of familiarisation with the brigade,” Adam said.

“It would give interested people a chance to have a go before committing.”

If you can help out Two Wells CFS in any way, or are interested in joining, contact brigade captain, Adam Harris, on 0413 237 036.

Clare A&H Show Society Inc.

NORTHERN AUTUMN GARDEN FESTIVAL SUNDAY MAY 20, 2012

10am to 4pm at Clare Showgrounds, Main North Rd, Clare ✱ Guest Speakers: Sophie Thomson– ABC Gardening Australia Kelvin Trimper—President Rose Society Robyn Powell—Salvia Association/Herb Society ✱ Plant Stalls ✱ Landscape designs ✱ Gourmet Cheese Packs ✱ School garden competition ✱ Garden ornaments ✱ Children’s activities planned ✱ Gourmet BBQ lunch ✱ Monster Raffles, Numerous Prizes ✱ Adult entry : $5.00 per ticket ✱ Free entry for children accompanied by adults Contact Cheryl Koglin Koglin@ausiebb.com.au or 88472472 M:0407472107 Sharalyn Bond: dbond@bigpond.com.au 0428422760

Guest speakers include Sophie Thomson from ABC Gardening Australia, Kelvin Tripper, president of the Rose Society and Robyn Powell from the Salvia Association Herb Society.

Tickets are $5 per adult with free entry for children accompanied by an adult.

AIM Centenary – Supporters and guests of Frontier Services recently attended a centenary dinner at Bungaree Station in the Clare Valley.

Frontier Services is the largest provider of ministry and aged and community care in remote Australia and delivers a wide range of other services. The centenary this year

celebrates the the establishment of the Australian Inland Mission (AIM).

Uniting Church congregations across South Australia also recently celebrated ‘Frontier Services Sunday’ – an annual event when worship and prayer are offered for the work of Frontier Services and the people of remote Australia.

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Peter Tognazzini is the “main man” in sales at Clewers Electrical and Furniture store, first joining the successful business in 2006.

With seven years experience at Clewers, Peter has the local knowledge and training to assist his customers, and the products he stocks are as good as most speciality city stores.

He can recommend the right product or appliance to suit your individual needs, whether it be a combustion fire, big screen television, recorder, oven, cooktop, or even a computer.

Peter, along with the rest of the Clewers friendly staff can put together a package for your home, even stocking a large range of flooring, blinds and curtains.

Clewers also can supply and install wood heaters, air conditioners and solar panels, along with a range of furniture including bedding, sofas, lounge suites, dining tables and chairs.

Peter watches city pricing so locals don’t

have to travel far to get the best price. He also offers delivery on products.

On the lighter side, Peter always attends his customers with a smile and sometimes a joke or two.

Call in and enjoy Peter’s warm friendliness – and also his roaring fire.

Caravan customers come first All in one place… ] ] ] ] ] ]

Mark Ward has only been with Aussie

By Design in Port Wakefield for the past six months, however his ability to learn quickly and passion within the industry has made him a respected member of the Aussie By Design crew.

Mark moved from Western Australia and is keen to build his new career.

“I previously worked in the building industry. The amount I have learnt about caravans in the past six months is incredible,” Mark said.

Working as the workshop manager and in customer service, Mark ensures the workshop runs smoothly. He also works in repairs and with customers.

“Customers are the most important part of the business, and we make sure all are satisfied,” Mark said.

Aussie By Design specialises in everything to do with caravans, including satellite, solar and also parts and accessories.

“If we don’t have it, we can order it in, or

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even make it on site,” Mark said. Aussie By Design is also building two new sheds, so not only will they be able to fit caravans, but will be able to manufacture them on-site.

“Here at Aussie By Design there is no middle man, customers get one-on-one service,” Mark said.

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“It’s a great job when you can get out and meet new people as well as providing services for locals,” Andrew said.

Andrew can also provide hole boring, bobcat work and also hard rock boring using a percussion rock drill.

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For the past eight years, Andrew Rowe and his wife, Cathy, have run the successful business, Andrew Rowe Fencing, based in Nantawarra.

The name says it all, as Andrew specialises in rural and domestic fencing needs including farm fencing, security fencing, pool fencing, horse yards and tennis and netball courts.

While some people might think putting up fences all day would be a boring profession, Andrew can’t think of anything better to do.

“I really enjoy fencing.

“It’s not just a job,” he said.

Andrew works full time with son Jacob and Matthew Gates, with younger son Ben working part time.

While Andrew has mainly serviced the local community, he has also worked in areas such as the Flinders Ranges, Gawler Ranges and Yorke Peninsula.

Mick Tucker has had a passion for motorcycles ever since he was 12, so it’s no wonder his business Mick’s Motorcycles Gawler is thriving.

“I spent hours on my first bike mustering sheep and just riding around the property for the sheer joy of it. The passion was born and I’ve had bikes ever since,” Mick said.

The business is very much family run, with Mick’s wife Lynda in the office, and his son Jack as his apprentice motorcycle mechanic .

Mick has a range of ATV, dirt and road motorcycles for sale including Suzuki, Honda, as well as used motorcycles. There is also all the parts and accessories that you need including helmets, jackets, gloves and goggles etc.

There is no need to go to Adelaide, just go to Mick’s Motorcycles Gawler.

“We service a wide range of motorcycles – on and off road, ATVs and personal watercraft,” Mick said.

The team has a vast range of knowledge

and years of industry experience. You can be assured all work is guaranteed and will provide the highest quality service by fully certified Honda/Suzuki technicians.

Plains Producer, Wednesday May 16, 2012

special feature v MEN IN BUSINESS

New team, BIG menu at Rosie’s For Jory Robertson the future is bright after recently taking over Rosie’s Chicken and Seafood Takeaway in Port Wakefield with his wife Samantha.

“We’ve both been in the cooking industry for many years, and it has always been our dream to own a shop, and this was an excellent opportunity,” Jory said.

Jory has plans to introduce new items to the menu including a range of burgers and meal deals, however also wants to uphold the same quality the shop has always had by serving Rosie’s chicken and other existing products.

“It’s a new era for us, it’s our future and it’s too good to be true,” Jory said.

Jory also plans to bring a unique idea to Port Wakefield and that is the burger challenge.

“We are introducing the burger challenge, which will feature a six in one burger the size of a plate,” Jory said.

If the burger is consumed in 40 minutes or

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“Hopefully word of mouth will spread and we will be known as the home of the biggest burger in Australia,” Jory said.

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Get more at Cunningham’s Farmers & Tradies your workshop deserves the best

• Full range of tools & equipment • Metal welding & fabrication • Prickle chains New Catalogue out Now ity, with out of hours service when required, and sponsorship for sporting and community groups.

As part of this community we rely on community support, and in return do our best to support the community

Building a Royal reputation AFTER years of continuous upgrades and investment, the Royal Hotel in Balaklava is steadily evolving into a fine establishment.

The hotel has been owned and managed by the Friedrichs family, Peter, his wife Sue, and son, Derek, since taking over on November 19, 2007, having run the Milang hotel for about two years before.

Peter said family members have their own responsibilities; his is predominately running the front bar.

It has taken years to get the hotel to where it is today, with painting, renovations and regular improvements, including the building of the beer garden and outdoor dining areas, ongoing since taking over about four years ago.

“It was a bit rundown and needed some work. This was the attraction to buy the hotel – and we could get it freehold, which was a real bonus,” Peter said. “We had a plan before we got here of what needed to be done.”

Further improvements are still on the

CUNNINGHAMS BALAKLAVA Phone: 8862 2158 Fax: 8862 1573 Email: cunbal@rbe.net.au Corner Railway Terrace & Phillips Street, Balaklava

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agenda but Peter draws a lot of pride in what the family has achieved in their time at the Royal, establishing a strong rapport with the local community, which he has grown to love over the years.

New lunchtime menu coming soon 9 Edith Tce, Balaklava - Phone 8862 1607

Filip makes the Choice easy FILIP Scaffidi is famous in the Balaklava and surrounding regions for his thriving business and delicious food at Free Choice Takeaway.

Having previously worked in a number of family businesses including fruit and vegetables, cafe and liquor, Filip knows how to bring great service and great product to a local community.

While finding a balance between family and work is an everyday struggle, Filip said his staff thrive on bringing good customer service with a smile.

His goal over the years has been to make the store bigger, better and more convenient than ever and he is doing just that.

With a pizza oven in-store, the Wot pizzas have been particularly popular along with juicy and tasty ribs.

Balaklava Freechoice also sells mouthwatering Aroma coffee, perfect for the cooler Plains Producer, Wednesday May 16, 2012

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Customer service and satisfaction have always been a priority for Cunningham’s Balaklava Pty Ltd – ever since Ken took over the business in the early 1980’s.

Where once manufacturing was the mainstay of the business, son Shane has expanded the business into the retail sector, with a huge range of agricultural and general workshop supplies and spares now either in stock or readily available to order.

Since joining the TradeSmart Group last year, the business now has greater buying power and is able to offer competitive prices and monthly specials. Keep an eye out for our catalogues and come in to talk to Shane about any of your requirements.

In the workshop, apart from building such agricultural equipment as prickle chains and land rollers, Cunningham’s will tackle one-off jobs to customer requirements and carry out repairs where necessary.

Support for local industry is a high prior-

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The key to a successful business in Filip’s eyes comes down to one thing: hard work.

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NEWS v District

New Arrival

GARDEN WINNERS

A COLOURFUL and neat garden won Balaklava’s April KESAB garden of the month award for Pat and John Scholz, of Phillips street.

n Megan (nee Long) and Richard Arthur welcomed new daughter Alexa May on March 19. Megan is the daughter of local resident, Jenny Long, and resides in Darwin. Alexa May is a new baby sister for Bailey, Tylah and Mia.

GRADUATION

Tahlia’s music degree

n TAHLIA Ries, Balaklava’s well-known vocalist, graduated in April with a Bachelor of Music, completing an Honours degree in classical performance at Adelaide University. Tahlia, daughter of Sharon Ries and grand daughter of Anne and the late Kevin Gould, is teaching at Pulteney Grammar. Tahlia is currently performing in the Rodgers & Hammerstein stage musical, South Pacific at the Arts Theatre in Angas street, Adelaide.

ENGAGED

Rebecca and Matthew

n REBECCA Hill and Matthew Dicker became engaged to be married in December last year.

Rebecca is the daughter of Robert and Carol Hill, of Owen and Matthew the son of Colin and Jane Dicker, of Kingston, SE.

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NEWS v District

Race day cheers!

BALAKLAVA Racing Club held another successful Publican’s Race Day last Wednesday, attracting a big crowd of hoteliers and their guests from across the state. It was a packed race card, with 10 races, all with big fields signalling good support for the Balaklava track. The $10,000 Coopers 150th Anniversary Cup, over 2210m, was won by favourite Waratone, ridden by Dominic Tourneur and trained by Kylie Huxtable.

Enjoying the outdoors at the Publican’s Race Day are (from left) Kirsty McArdle and Royal Hotel employees, Ashlee Starr and Hayley Baker.

STAFF and friends from the Freeling Hotel get around Danny Shiell (front, second from left), as he celebrates his 40th birthday at the races.

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TAKING a break from the action are Balaklava’s Peter Butterfield (left) and Gary Simon. It was the first time in 28 years Gary has been to the races at Balaklava. He was having “an excellent day.”

Mallala Hotel’s Bek Stodart (left) with Clare Bruggemann (Mallala) and Brigid Healy (Balaklava).

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SPORT v Football n right: United’s Jack Chapman watches on as Caleb Howell kicks another goal for Virginia.

n MAIN IMAGE: Tiger Brad Shimmin gets hold of Ram Robert Desmond in Saturday’s A grade clash. n left: Rams big man, Brendon Niklaus lines up for goal.

Final score virginia 18.17 (125) d united tigers 7.6 (48) Best players: Virginia - C.Stronach, T.Wilkey, E.Tsimiklis, R.Perre, J.Denengelse United - A.Mills, B.Sobey, H.Pym, W.Banton

Rams make Tigers pay • From back page The Rams’work rate also fell away.

“We had at least 20 tackles in each quarter, except for the second, when we only had eight,” Phillip said.

“Often, if you lose the tackle count, you lose the match, so I think it’s a good stat for the club to take.”

The lead was three goals at the major break and United came out and kicked the first goal of the third quarter to get within 12 points.

It was as close as the Tigers would get.

“Simon Schulz came off with a badly sprained ankle and he had been doing a good job on Caleb Howell, but then Howell got off of the leash,” Opitz said.

Howell slammed on three quick

REPORT: Les Pearson goals in succession to put the match beyond the Tigers’ reach.

It was only a brief lapse in consistency from United but it was enough for the Rams to take an unassailable lead.

“They made us pay in the space of 10 minutes,” Opitz said.

A further six goal to two final term in favour of the Rams rounded out and emphatic victory with a big margin.

Full forward, Brendon Niklaus, slammed on eight goals on the back of six from last week, while Troy Wilkey also backed up his form.

“I thought Brendon looked strong up forward,” Phillips said.

n united coach, Travis Opitz fires up his side during the three quarter time break.

“He’s probably back to his best up there.”

Salisbury North recruit, Michael Hay, played well at centre half forward in his first game for the club.

Virginia were missing Marek Sajewicz and Ben Galic through injury, meaning the Rams had several players come up from the reserves, including Steve and Terry Lioulios and Con Mylonopoulos.

“I thought the lads coming up from the reserves played really well,” Phillips said.

Defender Emmanuel Tsimiklis bobbed up with two goals from the half back flank.

He has not been training due to work commitments, Phillips confident he can add another level to his game once he can resume training.

The coach has set his team the goal of winning the next two games to be at four wins and two losses.

“At the end of the minor round, we could have three sides on two losses,” Phillips said.

“Our goal was to finish top but we’re a bit behind the eightball a bit, chasing Balaklava.”

It makes the coming weeks especially important if the Rams want to be within reach of a top two finish.

Selecting fit players is one area

n virginia’s Emmanuel Tsimiklis holds onto the ball, however Tiger Ross Sharer secures the mark. he has focussed his attention, with a few ongoing niggles bothering a few in his squad.

“If they don’t pass the fitness test or train fully on Thursday night, they rule themselves out,” Phillips said.

“We’re trying to set a professional level and standard, and I think the players understand that.”

Phillips also mentioned the club filling up for after match presentations following away games, unheard of when he first arrived at the club.

A lot of youngsters are also amongst those getting around the club,

boosting junior numbers.

For United, there is more work ahead for a team playing catch-up after a lean off-season.

“It’s really apparent to me we’re seeing the effects of a non-committed preseason, so we’ve got to catch up and really work hard,” Opitz said.

“We’re competitive in patches but we can’t maintain it, so we’re going to have to work hard to get results.”

A two and half hour session last weekend, while having the bye, was part of that catch-up work.

One big positive, literally, has been the form of ruckman Will Banton.

Banton has been a bustling footballer for the Tigers over and extended stretch, leading the club’s big man department.

“He’s been fantastic actually,” Opitz said.

Continuous work at training has helped develop some midfield plays that have been working well on match day but the results at the end of the day haven’t been going the way of the Tigers.

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Peckers rule roost Balaklava turns it around for a 12-point win A FIRST quarter blitz from Two Wells had the home crowd crowing against Balaklava on Saturday but it was the Peckers who ended up recording a hard-fought 12-point win in a see-sawing contest.

The Roosters started with a bang, piling seven goals from 13 scoring shots in the first term, compared to Balaklava’s comparatively meagre one goal and one behind.

Ruckman Simon Feast was the early catalyst, giving the Two Wells midfielders first possession and the forwards benefited from plenty of inside 50s, Andrew Hardiman booting three of his four goals in the first quarter.

Things were noticeably flat in the Peckers camp at the first change.

“At quarter time, things weren’t quite working as we thought they might have,” Balaklava coach Stuart Lamond said.

“I was disappointed with our effort but credit to Two Wells, they played well, moved the footy well, their forwards were hard to match up on and their midfield was right on top.”

Two Wells coach, Mark Thomson, was also impressed with the first term.

“The first quarter was some of the best footy we’ve seen for quite some time,” he said.

Amongst the carnage, Balaklava captain, Hayden Walker, was sent off by a field umpire lase in the quarter and when Simon Feast booted a great goal from tight in the pocket about 45 metres out, the Roosters were up and about.

Lee and Jarred Allmond, Tallan Leighton, Dylan Wise, Ben Spiteri, Feast and Hardiman were all prolific early.

Facing a 39-point deficit early on is any coach’s nightmare.

“From my point of view, my first thought was to get our backline structure sorted out, as we didn’t quite get that right from the start of the game,” Lamond said.

“The biggest thing for me is for us to be down by that margin at quarter time, none of us thought we were out of it.

“We just had to chip away at it and that’s what we did really.”

The Peckers pecked away at that margin in the second quarter, although it was at least half way through the term before they scored a goal after a string of behinds.

The return of Walker in the second quarter was well-timed.

“He was absolutely outstanding for us when he came back on,” Lamond said.

“It seemed like a bit of a turning point for us.”

Two Wells responded soon after through Hardiman but Balaklava added another four goals to peg the margin back to 10 points at the main break.

“Balaklava got their match ups sorted out and slowed the game down well,” Thomson said.

Glenn Dawson and Jonathon Brice began to find more of the footy in the Peckers’ forward line, while Max Doherty and Lachy

REPORT: Les Pearson

Final score balaklava 14.9 (93) d two wells 12.9 (81) Best players: Balaklava - L.Michael, H.Walker, L.Pearson, J.Michael, M.Doherty, G.Dawson Two Wells - S.O`Brien, A.Hardiman, J.Allmond, .Feast, D.Hines, B.Fitzgerald

n charlie Arbon, Balaklava is tackled Rooster Zac Williams grabs on in the junior colts.

Michael were winning the ball in close.

Dawson’s third term was dynamic, taking some great grabs and kicking goals, helping the Peckers build a lead.

“Glenn’s second and third quarters were outstanding with his second and third efforts and pressure acts to cause turnovers, he was excellent,” Lamond said.

“There’s a confidence in our group, not just in him (Dawson) but in our whole forward line, that if we get enough ball in there, we can take the chances and make it hard for opposition defenders to match up on.”

A crumbed goal to Wise helped keep Two Wells in touch but the Roosters had leaked 12 goals to two after the first quarter.

When Doherty sharked a Feast tap and kicked Balaklava’s first and only goal for the final term, the task was just too much for the Roosters, despite two late goals to Jarred Allmond, who was shifted forward.

Recruited defenders, Sam O’Brien and Anthony Pontt, worked hard all day, as did Brad Fitzgerald deeper in defence.

“We needed two quality defenders this year and both Sam and Anthony have stood up,” Thomson said.

Feast was also stellar.

“He’s got a lot of footy left in him at country level,” Thomson added.

Despite giving up the early lead, the Roosters’ coach was content with his young side’s efforts.

“No one has been able to get close to Balaklava this year, so from that perspective, I was happy with the end result,” he said.

Plenty of goal kicking practise during the week also paid dividends, the Two Wells forwards on fire early.

“I was happy with that on the weekend, although I would have liked more shots at goal,” Thomson added.

There were some injury concerns for Two Wells, with Bryce Hart coming off with a knee injury in the second quarter, while Pontt sustained a broken arm early in the last quarter and will probably miss up to three weeks.

The Roosters venture to Mallala coming off the bye this weekend, a win important to both clubs.

“It would keep us in touch with the top two,” Thomson said.

“Mallala are a quality side and they seem to be getting better and better every week.”

Balaklava face United in a danger match for the Peckers, having been rolled by the Tigers in the corresponding fixture last year.

“The competition is pretty tight, any team you come up against can give you a scare,” Lamond said.

“I’ve got a lot of respect for United and when they get it right, they’re hard to match up on.

“We just have to continue in the way we’re going and keep trying to improve each week.”

Walker is to face the tribunal Wednesday night, facing a possible two-week suspension.

n sean Speissegger takes a mark on the run as Rooster Jayden Grantham swarms in for a tackle.

Schahinger rucks for Roosters • From back page “In the trial games he was a bit rusty but he’s gradually worked his way into the season and become an important part of the team,” Brooks said.

After initially rotating off the bench, Schahinger now works in tandem with fellow reserves ruckman, Kyall Renshaw.

“It would be unkind to say he is a back-up ruckman,” Brooks said.

“They’ve been taking it in turns really.”

His biggest step forward came towards the end of the trial games, when gifted the opportunity to lead the ruck.

“It really got his confidence up and he revelled in the role,”

Brooks said. Schahinger’s statistics have been modest but at the same time, promising, averaging close to 10 disposals and three marks per game.

His most important work is giving the Roosters’ onballers first use of the footy and with an average of about 16 hitouts per game so far, it would appear he is certainly doing his fair share.

Brooks said the club was willing to support Schahinger throughout his ongoing development, with an aim to bring him up to league standard, as it does with every player on its senior list.

“He’s just like a number of young lads we have at the club

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we’re looking to develop and see how far they can go,” he said.

“If Justin keeps persisting and continues to do the hard work, the opportunity might come up at the right time.

“It’s just a case of Justin coping with the workload and so far, he’s done it all himself to be fair to him.”

One major adjustment Schahinger has had to make is getting used to switching between rucking duties and resting in the forward pocket.

Given his role at the Bombers was to ruck all day, it is an understandably unusual position he finds himself in.

“It can be hard to adjust

coming from doing it all in a lower competition to putting in short stints at a higher intensity,” Brooks said.

Schahinger will be working with coaches on his positioning in the forward line over coming weeks, although there is a small issue with his kicking technique to also address.

“He has an unusual kicking style but he still seems to slot them through alright,” the coach laughed.

Overall, Brooks was pleased with the ruckman’s efforts to date.

“There’s still a bit of work to do but I’m very happy with him and the way he fits into the reserves side at the moment,” he said.

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after round 5 games A GRADE Pos Name 1 Andrew HARDIMAN - Two Wells 2 Matthew Bryant - HW Eagles 3 Glenn DAWSON - Balaklava 4 Brendon Niklaus - Virginia 5 JONATHON BRICE - Balaklava 6 Shane Hanson - Hamley 7 Daniel FEELEY - Mallala 8 Nathan FLYNN - Hamley 9 David PONTT - Mallala 10 Jamie McARDLE - United 11 Caleb Howell - Virginia 12 Stuart Lamond - Balaklava 13 Brent Harris - Mallala 15 Lee ALLMOND - Two Wells

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Balaklava Two Wells

A Grade

1.1 6.7 13.8 14.9 (93) 7.4 8.5 9.7 12.9 (81)

Goals: Balaklava - G.Dawson 5, J.Brice 3, S.Lamond 2, J.Cmrlec 1, R.McPharlin 1, M.Doherty 1, T.McPharlin 1 Two Wells - A.Hardiman 4, J.Allmond 2, L.Allmond 1, D.Wise 1, K.Leighton 1, S.Feast 1, B.Spiteri 1, T.Leighton 1 Best: Balaklava - L.Michael, H.Walker, L.Pearson, J.Michael, M.Doherty, G.Dawson Two Wells - S.O`Brien, A.Hardiman, J.Allmond, .Feast, D.Hines, B.Fitzgerald

Virginia United

4.4 5.10 12.15 18.17 (125) 0.2 3.4 5.5 7.6 (48)

Goals: Virginia - B.Niklaus 8, C.Howell 3, E.Tsimiklis 2, T.Wilkey 2, B.Russel 2, C.James 1 United - J.McArdle 2, B.Shimmin 2, W.Banton 1, L.Russell 1, A.Fleming 1 Best: Virginia - C.Stronach, T.Wilkey, E.Tsimiklis, R.Perre, J.Denengelse United - A.Mills, B.Sobey, H.Pym, W.Banton

Hamley HW Eagles

4.2 7.2 12.7 16.9 (105) 4.3 11.5 12.6 14.7 (91)

Goals: Hamley - N.Flynn 6, S.Hanson 4, C.Taylor 2, V.Thach 2, A.Martin 2 HW Eagles - M.Bryant 6, D.Barnes 2, J.Wilson 2, J.Wilson 1, R.Reid 1, B.Higgs 1, T.Twelftree 1 Best: Hamley - R.Appleton, N.Flynn, A.Rademacher, G.Branson, J.Sullivan, L.Norman HW Eagles - D.Cicolella, T.Thiele, M.Bryant, T.Twelftree, D.Barnes, S.McGuiness

Two Wells Balaklava

Reserves

2.3 4.5 10.8 11.9 (75) 0.0 2.2 2.2 3.5 (23)

Goals: Two Wells - T.Wake 3, T.Brown-Pichugin 3, T.Markou 2, B.Stubing 1, D.Coats 1, L.Webb 1 Balaklava - D.Tezacker 1, M.Clifford 1, O.Hearnden 1 Best: Two Wells - N.Applebee, T.Markou, A.Slatter, T.Brown-Pichugin, S.Bond, T.Wake Balaklava - M.Clifford, R.McDonald, D.Butterfield, S.Nankivell, L.Williams

United Virginia

0.1 4.2 5.2 7.4 (46) 2.6 3.8 5.14 5.15 (45)

Goals: United - J.Roe 2, J.Rundle 2, M.McIntyre 1, D.Kaminski 1, A.Sharman 1 Virginia - C.Felstead 3, J.Platt 1, M.Lazenka 1 Best: United - N.Starr, B.Starr, P.Sharer, A.Bennett, M.McIntyre, A.Sharman Virginia - J.Simmonds, C.Felstead, A.Seccafien, M.Lazenka, A.Mason, S.Stubbings

Hamley HW Eagles

5.2 11.7 16.9 22.14 (146) 1.1 1.1 2.1 3.2 (20)

Goals: Hamley - D.Ellis 6, L.Smith 4, M.Bevis 4, W.Bubner 2, A.Baker 2, N.Harvey 1, K.Hewitt 1, T.Miller 1, J.Peters 1 HW Eagles - M.Hoepner 2, C.Price 1 Best: Hamley - D.Ellis, L.Smith, M.Bevis, J.Peters, N.Harvey, B.Farrugia HW Eagles - D.Wright, B.Wallis, B.Manners, S.VanKleef, J.Kelly, C.Lane-Watson

Senior Colts

Balaklava Two Wells

1.0 4.3 8.5 13.7 (85) 3.3 4.4 4.6 5.7 (37)

Goals: Balaklava - J.Butterfield 5, T.Michael 2, R.Logan 1, S.Tannock 1, J.Taylor 1, J.Speissegger 1, L.Speissegger 1, Z.Scholz 1 Two Wells - B.Calvett 2, H.Ramsay 2, S.Slattery 1 Best: Balaklava - T.Michael, J.Butterfield, H.Veitch, C.Michael, J.Speissegger, C.McPharlin Two Wells - B.Calvett, B.Catanzariti, D.Heron, S.Slattery, N.Seccafien, T.Mills

Virginia United

5.2 6.7 13.9 17.13 (115) 2.0 4.0 4.0 5.13 (43)

Hamley HW Eagles

1.0 5.3 7.4 10.5 (65) 2.2 2.3 3.5 4.9 (33)

Goals: Virginia - M.Vigor 5, A.Pogas 4, R.Marando 3, J.Owen 2, M.Musolino 1, N.Piscioneri 1, J.Jones 1 United - D.Coombe 3, C.McIntyre 1, J.Pratt 1 Best: Virginia - C.Worden, M.Vigor, R.Marando, L.Harper, E.Raschilla, A.Pogas United - C.Sharer, D.Coombe, N.Curnow, H.Hosking, R.Lane, D.Bigg Goals: Hamley - R.Darwin 7, J.Paues 2, J.Wedding 1 HW Eagles M.Hill 2, T.Temby 1, B.Taylor 1 Best: Hamley - R.Darwin, J.Wedding, C.Pidgeon, D.Collings, A.Poulton HW Eagles - J.Appleby, T.Nottle, J.Alsop, G.Luciani, C.Veitch, M.Hill

Junior Colts

Balaklava Two Wells

3.3 6.6 6.6 9.7 (61) 0.0 0.1 0.2 1.3 (9)

Goals: Balaklava - J.Butterfield 3, C.Arbon 2, J.Michael 2, D.Michael 1, J.O’Mahoney 1 Two Wells - Did Not Submit Goal Kickers Best: Balaklava - J.Wehr, C.Arbon, J.Michael, B.Chapman, S.Speissegger, B.Davey Two Wells - Not submitted

United Virginia

3.3 7.6 7.6 9.8 (62) 1.2 1.2 3.2 5.3 (33)

HW Eagles Hamley

3.5 3.6 6.11 7.11 (53) 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.5 (5)

Goals: United - D.Coombe 4, R.Curnow 2, D.Page 2, W.Zweck 1 Virginia - T.Jones 2, C.Marrone 1 Best: United - D.Coombe, R.Curnow, D.Page, H.Green, C.Lane, T.Robertson Virginia - T.Jones, J.Stornach, C.Marrone, J.Moritz, Z.Owen Goals: HW Eagles - J.Lu 2, S.Cullen 2, N.Studham 2, B.Guerin 1 Hamley - No Goals Kicked Best: HW Eagles - N.Studham, T.Moulds, J.Studham, J.Lu, C.Fitzgerald, J.Hoepner Hamley - H.McCabe, B.Congdon, S.McCabe, C.Buckby, O.Barnett, A.Hudson Next week’s matches Balaklava v United HW Eagles v Virginia (at Pt Wakefield) Two Wells v Mallala Bye - Hamley Bridge

NEFL results from Saturday - Round 5

Blyth/Snow BSR

A Grade

3.1 6.2 15.6 19.11 (125) 1.0 1.3 1.4 3.6 (24)

Goals: Blyth/Snow - J.Gillings 4, S.Clifford 4, S.Atkinson 3, A.Hentschke 2, R.Darling 2, N.McCormack, G.Ottens, T.Clark, W.Slattery BSR - K.Johanson, C.Weckert, K.Burgess Best: Blyth/ Snow - R.Darling, T.Clark, N.McCormack, S.Atkinson, G.Ottens, M.Atkinson BSR - K.Johanson, S.Hayes, B.Gill, M.Thomas, A.Mellow

BBH 5.3 7.4 13.8 18.11 (119) Eudunda/Rtown 0.2 1.5 2.6 2.10 (22)

Goals: BBH - D.Schell 6, B.Wall 4, J.Schuppan 2, A.Spicer, M.Hall, M.Jackman, M.Dalla, T.Martin, D.Reed Eudunda/Rtown - K.Dunstan 2 Best: BBH - M.Jackman, A.Spicer, T.Dalla, J.Reilly, D.Schell, B.Wall Eudunda/Rtown - R.Doecke, K.Dunstan, G.Laucke, C.Ah Chee, J.Kotz, M.Zerner

North Clare South Clare

4.2 4.2

6.5 7.4

6.8 9.11

6.8 (44) 14.19 (103)

Min/Man RSMU

2.3 4.6 4.8 6.9 (45) 3.1 4.2 6.6 8.7 (55)

Goals: North Clare - M.Catford 2, N.Rowe 2, A.Amey, T.Moten South Clare - C.Slattery 5, M.Leibelt 4, M.Vandeleur 2, C.Sommerville, M.Green, B.Rossi Best: North Clare - T.Blum, T.Pawley, R.Moulds, T.Moten, C.Godin, B.Kutcher South Clare - C.Slattery, B.Rossi, J.Dunstan, C.Sommerville, D.Kuhndt, M.Green Goals: Min/Man - A.Kennedy 2, L.Sandow, A.Winders, N.Forrest, M.Young RSMU - B.Geddes 3, L.Percy, T.Geyer, D.Busch, T.Hart, J.Cadzow Best: Min/Man - S.Ross, N.Scott, B.Bryksy, M.Young, N.Forrest, R.Piggott RSMU - Z.Hier, L.Percy, B.Harrison, N.Jordan, S.Noack, T.Willmott

Blyth/Snow BSR

B Grade

4.1 7.4 11.5 12.7 (79) 0.1 0.3 2.5 3.7 (25)

Goals: Blyth/Snow - J.Zweck 2, M.Noble 2, J.Cook, M.Price, A.Dyk, R.Hackett, S.Dohnt, G.Wilkinson, T.Webb, A.Elix BSR - N.Krieg 2, M.Lynch Best: Blyth/Snow - T.Webb, M.Noble, T.Michael, M.Wilkinson, G.Wilkinson, A.Elix BSR - P.Meyer, M.Lynch, A.Culbertson, S.Roberts, B.Kitschke, N.Krieg

BBH 2.1 4.2 6.3 8.3 (51) Eudunda/Rtown 3.2 6.4 9.6 11.7 (73)

Goals: BBH - S.Tohl 3, G.Thompson 2, S.Rayson, W.O’Bryan, D.Miller Eudunda/Rtown - M.Mueller 5, T.Baker 2, S.Schmidt, S.Schutz, D.Blumson, C.Caven Best: BBH - S.Tohl, G.Thompson, J.Handbury, S.Kellock, C.Desmet, C.Schuppan Eudunda/Rtown - D.Blumson, K.Floyd, R.Newitt, C.Pfeiffer, J.Van Den Ham, S.Waldhuter

North Clare South Clare

3.2 4.2

7.6 6.4

9.9 8.6

11.9 11.7

(75) (73)

Min/Man RSMU

4.1 6.1 7.3 7.3 (45) 2.1 5.2 8.4 12.10 (82)

Goals: North Clare - D.Smith 3, D.Trounce 2, M.Pawley 2, M.Bannon 2, M.Sims, R.Higgins South Clare - L.Tassell 3, D.Wallent 3, G.Colbert, J.Young, D.Pope, M.Stopp, A.Gill Best: North Clare - R.Higgins, D.Smith, J.Pritchard, M.Edwards, S.Jaeschke, D.Trounce South Clare - D.Wallent, T.Pitcher, D.Pope, G.Colbert, P.Cutting, J.Young

Goals: Min/Man - P.Jenner 3, S.Willmott 2, C.Hill, H.Dixon RSMU - G.Linke 4, S.Przibilla, C.Percy, T.Jordan, M.Busch, B.Mcinerney, T.Redden, P.Allchurch, R.Allen Best: Min/Man - M.Hadley, M.Nayda, T.Smith, S.Willmott, H.Dixon, C.McBride RSMU J.Molineux, T.Redden, P.Allchurch, C.Percy, G.Linke, L.Molineux

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Senior Colts

Blyth/Snow BSR

2.1 3.1 5.1 8.3 (51) 2.1 5.4 10.7 15.8 (98)

Goals: Blyth/Snow - T.Salter 3, N.Schultz 2, Z.Bennett, M.Greet, W.Harris BSR - R.Fitzgerald 10, L.Hayes 2, J.Hayes, J.Andrews, T.Slade Best: Blyth/Snow - A.Giles, T.Eime, D.Toholke, D.Underdown, T.Salter, N.Schultz BSR - R.Fitzgerald, D.Hayes, J.Weckert, J.Kurth, J.Andrews, J.Hayes

BBH 0.1 0.1 1.1 1.1 (7) Eudunda/Rtown 10.2 20.11 28.16 35.22 (232)

Goals: BBH - B.Kleinig Eudunda/Rtown - C.Blumson 12, M.Alsic 11, B.Launer 5, S.Nietschke 2, C.Reese, B.Coe, K.Milde, D.Windsor, J.Bugeja Best: BBH - A.Lindner, J.Weiss, C.Gove, L.Roth Eudunda/ Rtown - C.Blumson, D.Prior, A.Wiech

North Clare South Clare

6.0 3.1

10.2 4.4

15.5 4.7

18.6 9.10

(114) (64)

Goals: North Clare - J.Brown 6, R.Laidlaw 4, J.Smith 3, H.Calaby, L.Jaeschke, A.Norton, K.Dreckow, D.Brown South Clare - P.Von Heythmanck 3, D.Minney 2, B.Day, J.Wallent, J.Pearse, D.Day Best: North Clare - Z.Maynard, D.Brown, A.Norton, R.Hocking, J.Brown, J.Wiblin South Clare - J.Wallent, D.Minney, P.Von Heythmanck, W.Weetea, D.Day, K.Ward

Junior Colts

Blyth/Snow BSR

0.0 1.0 3.1 3.3 (21) 3.2 7.5 9.6 11.10 (76)

Goals: Blyth/Snow - J.Hunter, J.Cummins, L.McEwin BSR - I.Moller 5, A.Morgan 2, W.Longmire 2, J.Slade, J.Slade Best: Blyth/ Snow - W.Pratt, D.Giles, N.Barr, W.Harris, L.McEwin, J.Hunter BSR - L.Wilsdon, I.Moller, A.Krieg, W.Longmire, M.Longbottom, L.Fitzgerald

BBH 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.3 (3) Eudunda/Rtown 3.4 5.7 9.12 13.12 (90)

Goals: BBH - No Goals Kicked Eudunda/Rtown - A.Nietschke 3, E.Bayly 3, Z.Green 2, B.Riley 2, B.Prior 2, T.Launer Best: BBH - R.Webster, B.Kleinig, H.Webster, J.Lines, T.Sumner Eudunda/ Rtown - T.Kleinig, W.Kimpton, L.Cluse, D.Blackley

North Clare South Clare

5.3 0.0

12.7 12.10 15.12 (102) 0.0 1.3 1.6 (12)

Min/Man RSMU

0.0 0.1 0.1 0.2 (2) 5.4 7.6 13.7 14.8 (92)

Goals: North Clare - S.Channon 8, J.King 2, D.Garrard 2, G.Pretlove, A.Noble, J.King South Clare - B.Dinning Best: North Clare - J.King, S.Channon, B.Cross, A.Noble, G.Pretlove, J.King South Clare J.Saunders, B.Pese, A.Dare, C.Lawrie, B.Pearse Goals: Min/Man - No Goals Kicked RSMU - L.Reichelt 3, C.Behn 2, X.Redden 2, B.Greenslade, L.Trowse, T.Adams, T.Chaplin, A.Clarke, T.Griffiths, M.Connell Best: Min/Man - L.Squires, L.Koster, D.Nixon, D.Emery, S.Raines, H.Gosse RSMU - X.Redden, C.Fuss, M.Connell, T.Griffiths, C.Behn, T.Adams

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Bombers break the drought Hamley Bridge step up to conquer the Eagles Final score hamley bridge 16.9 (105) d h w eagles 14.7 (91) Best players: Hamley - R.Appleton, N.Flynn, A.Rademacher, G.Branson, J.Sullivan, L.Norman HW Eagles - D.Cicolella, T.Thiele, M.Bryant, T.Twelftree, D.Barnes, S.McGuiness GOALS: Hamley - N.Flynn 6, S.Hanson 4, C.Taylor 2, V.Thach 2, A.Martin 2 HW Eagles - M.Bryant 6, D.Barnes 2, J.Wilson 2, J.Wilson 1, R.Reid 1, B.Higgs 1, T.Twelftree 1

HAMLEY Bridge recorded its first win for the year against Hummocks Watchman Eagles at Hamley on Saturday, remarkably turning around a 27-point deficit at half time to record a 14-point win.

It was in contrast to previous matches, where the Bombers have led against both Two Wells and United, only to be overrun in the second half.

For Hamley Bridge coach, Ash Barnett, it didn’t matter how they won it.

“We broke the drought, that’s the main thing,” he said.

Nathan Young, who came out from surgery to repair a dislocated wrist during the week, coached the Eagles from the sidelines.

They also welcomed Joel Wilson back into the team, as well as the experienced Ryan Reid.

It was a fairly even opening stanza, with four goals apiece, before HWE put the afterburners on in the second term, kicking seven goals to three.

Eagles full forward, Matthew Bryant, was particularly potent early, capitalising on his opportunities with accurate finishing.

The clean skills and momentum from HWE was a throwback to a bygone era.

It was a grim prospect for Barnett, looking for a lift from his charges at half time.

On the back of recent form, he could have been forgiven if he wasn’t expecting much.

“I just told them ‘I’ve got no tricks left in my bin, you’re going to have to do it yourselves’,” Barnett said, rather candidly.

What the exact words were, only the players would know but whatever was said, worked.

“We had a few blokes outside of our big name recruits really step up,” Barnett said.

Tom Smith, defender, Gavin Branson, Lachy Norman andAngus Lemmon were all singled out by the coach for their efforts.

“They must have thought it’s either do or die, and they just lifted,” Barnett said.

Nathan Flynn’s prowess finally came to the fore, the big centre half forward stamping his authority on the match with a bag of six goals.

“It was Flynn’s best game for us too,” Barnett added.

“It just looked like his legs freed up a bit.”

Some massive goals from outside the 50 metre arc probably gave most spectators at the ground an indication Flynn’s legs were freed up as well.

Shane Hanson at full forward also

REPORT: Les Pearson chipped in with four goals.

Hanson has been used in various positions in recent weeks, including a stint at centre half back against Mallala last weekend.

He clearly relished being back at the right end of the ground.

“It showed if we get the ball in quick and often enough, we have the forwards to take those opportunities,” Barnett said of his two key goal kickers.

Former local, Ryan Appleton, contributed a tough, gutsy game in the clinches as well.

“He was a four-quarter contributor who battled hard and put his body on the line,” Barnett said.

So, where have the Bombers been going wrong in the earlier rounds?

Players getting to ‘know’one another understandably continues to be a factor but game style has been another issue.

“Our skill level was much better, plus we rolled the dice and took some chances,” Barnett said.

By throwing caution to the wind, the Bombers were able to take the game on and with the bye coming up, it gives the players plenty of time for that message to sink in and an extra week to enjoy the win.

The fundraiser for Ryan Ellis, a youngster with Leukaemia, also turned out to be a great night, Barnett now sporting a cracking peroxide blonde hairdo and Ryan Appleton’s beard shaved off, all for the cause.

The Bombers return from the bye to take on Balaklava and Virginia.

“It’s a big challenge for us and win, lose or draw, we’re going to need to be competitive in those games,” Barnett said.

As for HWE, the challenges keep getting bigger, hosting Virginia at Port Wakefield this weekend.

With Rams forward Brendon Niklaus in form, it looms as a danger match for the Eagles.

Eagles fans would take heart seeing Loxton North recruit, Tim Theile, getting in the club’s best players on Saturday.

Shane McGuinness also provided a solid supporting role for Simon Price in the ruck, while former Eagles, David Barnes, has been stellar around the stoppages.

Despite having barely so much as a training run behind him, Barnes has been a solid contributor for HWE in his two games so far.

Todd Twelftree and Dylan Cicolella are also in excellent form, so all is not lost yet.

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SPORT v District

Thriller between Roosters, Magpies Two Wells v Mallala

TRADITIONALLY, these two teams play out gripping contests, which go down to the wire.

Just to illustrate, while Mallala has had most of the results go in its favour over the past two years, no game had a margin of more than about four goals.

It seems no matter where they are on the ladder, both sides roll up to play and Saturday should be no different.

The Roosters’ first quarter on Saturday was scintillating stuff and once they got a run on, it was harder to stop than a Bill Lawry blood nose.

A forward line featuring Tallan Leighton, Lee Allmond, Dylan Wise, Andrew Hardiman and resting ruckman, Ben Slattery, functions beautifully.

Hardiman actually leads the league in goal kicking, with 17 majors for the year so far.

He works hard up the ground and is fierce around the contests, not shy of taking a contested grab as well.

No doubt one of the Cawrse boys will get the job on him this weekend.

Mallala arrive fresh and buoyant from the bye.

Not to put the

before the bounce Round 6 preview with Les Pearson

mockers on him but we should see a return of Jason Earl to the midfield for this one.

The midfield battle should be a cracker too, with Earl, Liam Whitwell and Joel Montgomerie for Mallala, all going head to head with Ned Seccafien, Ben Spiteri and the Hines boys for Two Wells.

Expect another close one, although the Simon Feast factor in the ruck will be tough for Mallala to cover.

Balaklava v United

“DANGER Will Robinson” blurts that annoying robot from Lost in Space to Balaklava coach, Stuart Lamond, in the lead up to his team’s clash with bottom-placed United at Ralli Park on Saturday.

It was about 12 months ago the Peckers were cruising after a great win over Mallala and waltzed into a match against the Tigers the following week, only to have the two points stripped from them in emphatic style.

The Tigers are very

Golf Balaklava men

Sparked by the allure of a Goldney Welding Trophy, no less than 25 players stormed the greensward last Saturday, some also intent on getting round one of both the President’s and Captain’s Trophies played and won.

In the A Grade, the indomitable Doug Taylor surged home, clutching a sodden Stableford score of 39 points and so streeting a field of comparatively decrepit, rumpled dotards. Of these creaking wrecks, Jimmie Breuer (38) limped into 2nd place and Bill Parkin (36) 3rd, leaving the following ruins to litter the landscape: M. Loy (34), W. Lokan (33), W. Nagle (33) and M. Hameister (28).

The B Grade field was belted into submission by John Michael (40 points), who bludgeoned Bill Goudie (35) into 2nd place and grounded the aspirations of Graham “Emu” Ackland (33). Left to ponder their golfing futures with contristation were D. Rodgers (331), Barrie Michael (31), A. Henstridge (30), W. Berry (27), D. Trickett (27), A. Manuel (26), S. Jonas (25) and Joan Anderson (24).

Rick Campbell creamed the C Grade with 39 points, subduing Greg Sonntag’s 38 and mincing Malcolm Liptrop’s valiant 37. Left to feign interest in reading their tattered copies of “The Nursing Mother” were S. Davey (35), P. Friedrichs (27), Jill Taylor (23) and Moya Hayes (22).

Greg Sonntag claimed the day’s sole Birdie, along with a handy Nearest The Pin at the 3rd, while NTPs were also won by Mark Loy (2nd) and Scott Davey at both the 8th and 15th. Golfer of the Winter points went to Goldney Welding Trophy winner John Michael, who got 6, while Rick Campbell was handed 5, Doug Taylor 4, Jimmie Breuer 3, Greg Sonntag 2 and remaining gormless oiks, 1 each.

This weekend we’ll amass for the Mark’s Meats Trophy, a Stroke round, to be started by Wayne “Wallaby Shanks” Nagle, with Dr. Mark ”Loin Chops” Loy serving as remedial apothecary at the 19th. We’ll also offer a Sunday comp. the following day.

HWE v Virginia

n tiger Adrian Mills is in form and will need close attention this Saturday when United take on the Peckers. much a similar side to that which rolled Balaklava last season, Adrian Mills particularly prominent in that game.

The midfielder had a swag of touches and kicked a couple of goals to top off a brilliant, match-winning performance.

He also collected the three Plains Producer medal votes for best afield.

Mills’ form is returning and will need

Balaklava Ladies

Thursday May 10– 2nd Par competition. A Grade winner: M Hayes -3, runner-up: J Bruer -4 on count back from N Taylor -4.

B Grade winner: J Hoskin -1, runnerup: R Jenkins -4.

C Grade winner: S Friedrichs +4, runner-up: F Williams -4.

Thursday May 17 – 2nd Stableford competition. Starters C Taylor & J Hoskin.

Friday May 18 – Balaklava Ladies Open Day.

BLYTH

Mens Results May 13, Stroke competition, sponsor Hitch Freightlines: R Lamond 74/64, D Paynter 93/65, P Agnew 95/65, C Walkley 98/65, H Wandel 91/66, G Mugge 85/67, M Williams 83/67, I Zweck 95/68, T Eime 95/69, A Hentschke 93/71, J Hogan 94/71, B Spinks 107/71, K Steele 76/73, D Smith 99/75, D VanRuth 118/82, D Jakeway 95/85, J Greet 116/87. Skins No16- Jackpot, NTP No 17- G Mugge.

May 20 – Stableford competition, sponsored by Clare Auto Centre.

May 27 – Par competition, Harry Stopp Memorial; Stopp Family.

Ladies Results May 9, Stroke competition, sponsored by Taminga Hotel: D Wandel 93/65, J Wandel 112/71, K Mugge 94/73,J Zweck 91/76. 9 Hole- L Randolph 57/37, A Harrison 66/43, H Williams 71/48. Skins No4- Jackpot, Raffle- J Zweck.

May 16 – Most Drives on fairway/ Stroke, sponsored by Patron Lois PrattHostess Lois Pratt.

May 23 – Secret Holes/Stroke, sponsored by Kelvin Grove Olives, Hostess Kerryn Mugge.

Hamley bridge

John Gardner, a former club President, has made a great return to competition golf after many years away from the game, having some good nett scores over the past couple of weeks. On Thursday he won the Stableford event with a credible 44 points. Veteran Ian Rohde came in second on a countback from Cliff Applebee(3rd), both with 42 pts.

Others to make to make the cut in a

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playing in town with the WWT Eagles under 18s, while defender, Scott Farrell, missed through a hamstring strain and Shane Farley was rested.

Ruiz should return Saturday, while Farley and Farrell will be tested at training this week.

Expect the Tigers to come out hard again, so the Peckers can’t afford to be slightly complacent.

close attention from the Peckers’ midfield.

Whether Hayden Walker is rubbed out by the tribunal tonight will also be important, as his opposing number, Will Banton, has been rucking beautifully for the Tigers.

It would put a lot of the workload on Justin Walker to carry this weekend.

Balaklava had three changes to its team that played Two Wells last week, Chad Ruiz

THE smaller confines of Port Wakefield oval will tighten this contest right up, likely to play in favour of Virginia.

The big bodies around the stoppages, such as Graham Rigney and Matthew Young, tend to be hard to shift off the ball, feeding runners like Troy Wilkey, Ben Russell and Rocky Perre.

However, the Eagles had a great win over the Rams at Port Wakefield last year, Todd Twelftree and Lee Belperio both prominent.

Twelftree and Belperio are again showing good form, despite the Eagles’ poor run of results to date.

Rams full forward, Brendon Niklaus, was kept to only two goals that game, if the HWE defence can repeat that,

field of 30 players: Len Usher 40, Rex Mortimer, Colin Doudle 39, Ron Smith, Noel Stringer, Dennis Hawke 38, Gary Woods, Doug Cooper, Anton Noack, John Riley 37, Roger Hahn 36, Ian Ferguson, Dave Russell, Ed Manning, Ross Heinze,George Dahlitz 35.

Birdies: Len Usher 11th and 17th, Dave Russell 2nd and 11th, Rex Mortimer 11th, Colin Doudle 2nd and 14th, Roger Hahn 17th. NTPs: Ron Smith 12th, Colin Doudle 14th.

Craig Doudle showed some of the form he had when he was club champion, and had a lower handicap to win Saturday’s stroke competition with a nett 61.

Taking second spot was club tree advisor, Bradley Zerna on a countback from Wally Jackson, both with 64.

A GRADE: Craig Doudle 61, Bradley Zerna 64, Wim Van Pelt 65, Dave Russell 68, Len Usher, John Mitchell 71.

B grade: Neville Durdin, Rex Mortimer 67, Bob Hinderwell 68, George Dahlitz, Roland Pawlak 70.

C GRADE: Wally Jackson 64, John Gardner 66.

Birdies: Craig Doudle 14th and 16th, Bradley Zerna 8th and 9th, Roger Hahn 1st and 4th, Wim Van Pelt, Neville Durdin 9th. NTPs: Bradley Zerna 9th, Ron Smith 4th, Len Usher 12th and 14th.

OWEN

Saturday May 12, five players went out to play a Stableford competition.

Winner was Peter Sullivan with 43 points, 2nd was Len Beaty with 38 points.

Other scores: Ron Page 33 points, Kathy Harkness 27 points and Jake Harkness 33 points.

Next week – Stableford. New members welcome, tee off 12.30pm.

Riverton Golf Club

Saturday May 12, Stableford.

A Grade: M Norman 44, M Day 43, D Hannaford 41. B Grade: T Steel 41, T Peek 41, K Behn 41.

NTP 3/12: D Hannaford.

NTP 5/14: J Tucker.

Next week – Stroke first qualifying round of club championships.

Two Wells

they’re in with a show.

Virginia has been slightly under-strength in recent weeks, with ongoing niggling injuries keeping a few players out of the team.

Defenders, Devon Oliver and Nathan Warren, are also yet to play this season for the Rams.

With a few players filling in those positions from the reserves perhaps leaves a few chinks in the Virginia armour but whether the Eagles can isolate that

advantage is a separate issue all together.

The HWE lads have a fair share of injury concerns of their own, however, with the right mentality, planning and execution, anything’s possible. Matthew Bryant is in good form in front of the sticks, he faces one of the league’s best defenders in Virginia’s Adrian Mark on Saturday too.

It should be a great mini-battle between those two.

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Ricky Punter Round six

Balaklava $1.09 v United $6.50 Two Wells $1.90 v Mallala $1.90 Virginia $1.07 v HWE $8.80 This week’s special BALAKLAVA’S Hayden Walker will face the APFL tribunal tonight after being sent off against Two Wells on Saturday.

Given his tribunal record is about as clean as a coal miner’s jock strap, it’s likely a suspension will follow.

If he gets two weeks, the next game he could be playing is the association match on June 9.

If he is selected and chooses not to play, as Walker did last year, he could be suspended again for the following week, potentially meaning he doesn’t return until round 10, June 23.

When will Walker play his next game?

This week against United - $20 Association game, June 9 - $1.42 Round 10, June 23 - $2.70

Saturday May 12 Stableford, sponM.Davies, J.Weir, 10) R.Grigg, S.Grigg, sored by Wheatsheaf Hotel, Virginia.

L.Grafton, 15) -.

A fine but windy day with plenty of Pro’s Approach: Robert Thompson. run on the course presented for the 24 NAGA: Ian Clark. Meat trays: Shorty players who fronted up.

Paul, P,Shields, Rabbitt.

It was a stableford round, first round Next week – Stroke, Monthly Medal. of the Presidents Trophy, with many fine – Russell Grigg, TWGC Handicapper scores. John Ball made a welcome return to the winner’s circle in A Grade with a solid 41, even allowing for his failure to May 8 was warm and windy for the score on his favourite hole, the 5th. Out Aileen Oliver Medley. Julie Holland won of bounds perhaps with the drive?! with nett 65, Judie Frost was runner-up Les Grafton was 2nd with 40 points with 72 nett. Elaine Grigg had the longoff his 12 handicap, and Russell Grigg est drive on 5 and Helen Johnson had 3rd with 39. a birdie on 15.

B Grade saw Rabbitt romp it in with NTP: J Holland 1 and 12, K Stubing 44 points, a loss of 2 off his handicap, as 6. Gobblers: T Perry and H Johnson. well as another meat tray. Highlight would have to be a 4 for 5 on the par 5 13th..

Michael Davies and Hans Linford, both with 40, took the minor placings. C Grade was another high scoring affair, with Tim Clifton winning – 45 points – from James Results from Saturday May 12.

Weir with 42 and Ian Telfer 40.

25 target dbl barrell compulsory There were 2 matchplays today. Paul divide: A; G Hopgood, J Gilbert , A ZuShields defeated Bingo Barns 3 up, and panic 25/25. B; W Spackman 25/25. C; Hans Linford defeated Ian Clark 6/4.

J Boland 25/25.

Next week – stroke round, monthly 50 target state night continental chammedal and Bob Oxlade Trophy. pionship: AA; A Zupanic 50/50, 2nd; G Two Wells scores can be seen at: Gilbert 49/50. A; J Gilbert 46/50, 2nd; G http://www.twowellsgolfclub.com.au/ Hopgood 44/50. B; W Spackman 38/50, Results 2nd; V Petraccaro 37/50. C; B Bates A Grade: 41 J.Ball, 40 L.Grafton, 40/50, 2nd; G Boland 33/50.

39 R.Grigg, 35 Stuart Grigg, 34 A.Paul, Overall High Gun in ‘B’ W SpackR.Thompson, 32 R.Hogg. man 63/75.

B Grade: 44 Rabbitt, 40 M.Davies, Next shoot Monday June 11, 2012.

H.Linford, 39 A.Baker, 38 P.Shields, 33 I.Smith, 31 S.Kelly, 29 I.Clark.

C Grade: 45 T.Clifton, 42 J.Weir, 40 I.Telfer, 39 J.Harrison., 38 J.Spackman, 36 D.Smith, 33 B.Barns, 32 J.Boon, 30 D.Thompson.

Long Drives: A – Rob Thompson, B – P.Shields, Sunday MAY 20, 2012 C – J.Weir. NTPs: 1) R.Thompson, 2) 12 noon shot gun start - 4 person ambrose I.Telfer, 6) H.Linford, • 18 Holes plus BBQ at Balaklava Golf Club 11) H.Linford, 12) -, • Members $10, Non members $15 15) R.Thompson.

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Hamley girls

in top spot

Courtside with Merridy Manuel It was a good weekend to be playing at home, all three home sides taking the honours. The most exciting result was the clash between Hamley and Hummocks, the Bridge girls winning by three goals and securing top spot on the ladder. Longies had an easy win over Virginia, as did Two Wells over a struggling Balaklava side.

Hummocks had Beth back at centre this week, but were forced to make changes during the game due to GS and coach Sam Nicholls, ‘tweaking’ her knee in the third quarter. Sam proudly said niece Ashleigh Williams proved herself, replacing Sam for the last quarter in which Hummocks outscored Hamley by five goals. Sam felt their attacking game was just a bit off all the way down the court, and they had to work extra hard to stop the supply to Hamley GS Amber Rogers.

Hamley seem to have settled, making no changes to their line up since swapping Chelsea Modra to GA and Sarah Koch to WA a fortnight

ago. Stacey Hewitt had a run at WA in the second quarter when Sarah Koch hurt her ankle.

Hamley coach Lee Barnett also commented on the impact Ashleigh made to the game.

“We had to fight for the ball all game. We relaxed a little in the last quarter, and their young GS made an impact.”

It seems a fight is on our hands between the teams, not only for top possie, but also in best player votes. Coach and GD Lee Barnett has now been best on court for every match. Close behind is Hummocks’ Sarah Young, who shone on the weekend, despite the trauma of husband Nathan’s dislocated wrist, on front page of last week’s Producer.

Long Plains had their first win for the season, defeating Virginia by 27 goals.

Coach Josie McArdle commented, “(It was) a good team performance, where we used the ball more efficiently and capitalised on our turnovers.

“Our rotations off the bench worked well which helped us

n virginia’s Iesha Owens intercepts a pass to Mel Smith, Long Plains in the A5 game.

with fitness in the last quarter.”

Virginia coach Shelley Williemsen was pleased with her

girls’ efforts. “A good game with Long Plains playing tight body to body defence. We had another new player this

APNA RESULTS Embroidery & Screen Printing Specialists

Results of Adelaide Plains Netball Association matches played on Saturday A1: Hamley Bridge 51 (Lee Barnett) def Hummocks 48 (Sarah Young). Two wells 46 (Karen Penhall) def Balaklava 25 (Talia Kruger). Long Plains 65 (Leah Tynan) def Virginia 38 (Sarah Smith).

A2: Hummocks 51 (Holly Nicholls) def Hamley Bridge 39 (Nicole Heberle). Two Wells 49 (Sharnie Kent) def Balaklava 40 (Carly Friedrichs).

A3: Hummocks 57 (Lorry Osborne) def Hamley Bridge 34 (Kate Smith). Balaklava 46 (Merridy Manuel) def Two Wells 44 (Cristie Castle). Long Plains 52 (Fiona Opitz) def Mallala Away 38 (Amy Jordan).

A4: Hummocks 45 (Merridy Nicholls) def Hamley Bridge 33 (Corrine Ammerlaan). Two Wells 41 (Jasmin Schmidt) def Balaklava 33 (Maddison Veitch). Long Plains 41 (Pearl Chapman) def Virginia 37 (Rebekka Barons).

A5: Hummocks 59 (Danielle Hosking) def Hamley Bridge 20 (Toni Jolley). Two Wells 55 (Madison Sayner) def Balaklava 23 (Danae Moir). Virginia 37 (Mel McPharlin) def Long Plains 36 (Dayna Heaft).

B: Hamley Bridge 37 (Hannah Langtry) def Hummocks 30 (Tayla Williams). Two Wells 24 (Hayley Squires) drew with Balaklava Home 24 (Tayla McBride). Balaklava Away 35 (Darcy Watkins) def Long Plains 19 (Jess Tregeagle).

C1: Hamley Bridge 47 (Kelsey Wedding) def Hummocks 5 (Shari Young). Two Wells 27 (Laura Oakley) def Balaklava 16 (Kirrily White).

C2: Hamley Bridge 27 (Shakira Fuller) def Hummocks 2 (Abby Martin). Balaklava 21 (Claudia Tiller) def Two Wells 14 (Allanah Williams).Virginia 16 (Khiara Hambleh) def Long Plains 5 (Tamika Gregory).

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n c1 player, Jaime Stringer in action for Two Wells.

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week (Jamie Healey) and by the last quarter we were playing great netball.”

The Balaklava girls are in a bit of strife with an injured player, C Tegan Pollard, and GD Sophie van Kleef no longer playing.

Sophie has earned her position in the team winning best player last week, but study commitments have forced her to drop netball. Soph replaced the legendary Michelle Williams – will we see a comeback?

Balaklava was reshuffled, placing GA Talia Kruger into GD, who did well and achieved best player.

Carly Friedrichs and Jane Harding capably filled in at WD. Coach Tess Pollard said of the game, “I felt our overall court play was okay, but the pressure put on our goalies by the Two Wells defences contributed to us

not being able to utilise the ball well.”

Tess is hopeful, though, that her girls will lift and be back

playing confidently again.

Two Wells coach, Stacey Gameau spoke proudly of her team’s win.

“It was an impressive performance for our whole team. We stepped our game up a level this week and came away with a convincing win.”

Only centre court changes were made in the second half for Two Wells, Nicole Hardy coming on a WD in the third quarter. Another great performance from GD Karen Penhall, best player two weeks in a row.

This now places Two Wells, Mallala and Balaklava on equal points. The game to watch will be Two Wells against Mallala, 12.30pm this Saturday, at Two Wells.

n grace Slattery, Two Wells C1 receives the ball in the ring, as Balaklava’s Lexie Tiller tries to tap the ball away.

APNA netty star Name: Sam Sargeant DOB: 19/9/1989 Team: Virginia Rams A4 Position: WD, WA Who is the most damaging player (on or off court) in your club? Sarah Smith Highlight of netball career: Winning my first game What’s your number one passion outside netball? My career What’s the last movie you went to see? Snowtown If you won $20 million in the lotto, what would you do with the money?

Buy a house and a car, donate some If you were a car, what kind would you be? Holden If you were on the front page of the newspaper, what would the headline say? “Sam wins $20 million in x-lotto”

If you could take anyone on your next netball trip, who would it be?

Kaity Vigor What’s the weirdest item in your fridge? Mouldy body chocolate

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n Leanne Garwood, Long Plains (right) had a number of good intercepts during the A5 match on Saturday. She is pictured intercepting a pass to Virginia’s Rebecca Desmond.

n holly Bates, Two Wells, flies for an intercept on Balaklava’s Lori Allen, during the C1 game at Two Wells on Saturday.

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Bomberettes steal win A1: A last quarter comeback from Hummocks wasn’t enough to beat the tall Hamley Bridge side, falling three goals short at Hamley Bridge on Saturday.

Defensive pressure was strong from both teams from the first whistle with Hummocks’ consistency and precise movement of the ball by WA Sarah young and C Beth Reid allowing them to take an early lead. Strong rebounding by Alison Schahinger provided timely turnovers for Hamley Bridge, and with accurate shooting from Amber Rogers they were able to fight back to take a narrow lead at quarter time. HB 14 – Hum 12.

With Hummocks circle defenders double-teaming the HB goal shooter, GA Chelsea Modra became more of a focus shooting seven goals for the quarter. Lisa Powell provided a number of turnovers at WD for Hummocks. Sam Nicholls showed great strength and dominated the goal circle for Hummocks shooting 11 goals in a tightly contested quarter. HB 27 – Hum 24.

Sarah Koch returned to the court at the start of the third quarter after a foot injury and combined with sister Ashleigh to provide more consistent movement of the ball taking an early seven to three lead in the quarter. Sam Nicholls leaving the court with a knee injury appeared to further unsettle the Hummocks flow. Lee Barnett provided fantastic drive out of defence with HB extending their lead by a further five goals. HB 41 – Hum 33.

Hummocks picked up their intensity in the final term with WA Sarah Young delivering the ball with pin point accuracy into her goalies. Ashleigh Williams took the court following further injury to Sam Nicholls and provided lovely movement in the goal circle. Hummocks won the quarter by five goals, but finished the game three goals behind. Final scores: HB 51 – Hum 48.

A2: Strong start from both sides with Hamley winning the first turnover. Consistency helped Hummocks take the lead with great teamwork from GA and GS. HB 14 - Hum 10.

Hamley made several changes bringing on Naomi Bubner and Tanya Rademacher. Passing let the Hamley side down. Hummocks took the lead through accurate and consistent play.

Bridget Guthberg played a good quarter for Hummocks.

HB 17 – Hum 27.

Turnovers from Hamley at the start of the third quarter helped them lift their play and reduce Hummock’s lead.

But Hummocks soon settled and dominated play again.

Hamley, with help from Breanna Wedding, reduced the lead by two. HB 30 – Hum 38.

Final quarter was even to start but accurate play and shooting by Bridget Guthberg and Ashleigh Williams saw them edge up by more ending victors by 12 goals. Final scores: HB 39 – Hum 51.

A3: In a game that was slowed with a lot of injuries, accuracy and experience for Hummocks helped them to a 23 goal win over Hamley Bridge in A3.

Hummocks started with accurate settled play while Hamley were forced to adjust with an early injury in the goal circle. Hummocks lead at quarter time set them up for the rest of the game. Sascha Tiller shot well in GS for Hummocks. HB 6 – Hum 17.

The second quarter was lot more even. Hamley’s attack line combined well. A late injury to Hamley forced a lengthy delay and the need to

Hamley called injury time and Katherine Tutty come in as C and Corrine Ammerlaan in GD. Hummocks played strong with tight defence.

Hummocks GS Kimberly Penhall shot accurately. HB 5 – Hum 16.

Hummocks continued strongly scoring the first goal quickly. HB responded also scoring with better accuracy.

Hummocks took control with their attack. Hummocks defence backed up, never taking their eye off the ball. HB struggled with their leads. GD Corrine Ammerlaan was strong especially on rebounds.

Janne Hoepner played well at GA for Hummocks. HB 12 – Hum 30.

Some nice intercepts by HB GK, Nicky Veitch. Better shooting by Hamley in the third quarter with both teams scoring seven goals. HB 19

n brooke MacDonald, Two Wells, passes in the C1 match at home. relocate the game to another court. Amanda Mullins played well at GA for Hamley as did Debra Davey at WA for Hamley. HB 18 – Hum 29.

Both teams started slowly after a lengthy delay. Hummocks goalies continued their accuracy while Hamley had plenty of play but failed to get it cleanly into their goal circle.

Hamley’s new defence combination stepped up late in the quarter making Hummocks work hard. HB 24 – Hum 41.

Hummocks made position changes in the last quarter only boosting their lead even further. Hamley seemed to run out of legs with opportunities not even coming to their goalies. Tenneal White played well at WD for Hummocks. Final scores HB 34 – Hum 57.

A4: Despite a better second half by Hamley, Hummocks ran away winners by 12 goals in a positive game for both sides.

Hamley turned over the first centre pass scoring the first goal, but found the going tough in the first quarter.

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Hamley Bridge outscored Hummocks in the last with 14 to seven. Hummocks tall GD Katie Price put pressure on Hamley’s goalies. HB midcourt defence worked well providing more goal opportunities. Olivia Izzo had a great quarter at WA for Hamley ad did Merridy Nicholls at C for Hummocks. Final scores HB 33 – Hum 45.

A5: Hummocks starting strong scoring 21 goals to one in the first quarter. Hamley struggled to move the ball down the court due to strong Hummocks defence. HB 1 – Hum 21.

Hamley found their feet in the second quarter but Hummocks continued their intercepts in defence helping them to increase their lead.

HB 7 – Hum 33.

Hummocks attacks worked well together with great movement in the circle and good feeding from Hummocks Centre and WA. Hamley GS played really well with great passing in the ring but Hummocks defenders

very tight making it difficult for Hamley to score. Beverley Carson played well at GS for Hamley. So did Kathy Nicholls at GK. HB 12 – Hum 47.

Hummocks leads were too strong for Hamley. And Hamley struggled to lead into free space. Final scores HB 20 – Hum 59.

B Grade: A brilliant game to watch, more like a grand final than round one, Hamley Bridge defeated Hummocks by seven goals in an evenly contested match.

Wow! From the first whistle blow this game was top notch standard. The pace and determination was outstanding. Hamley’s attacking game was confident and swift.

Hummocks tight defence kept Hamley on their toes. Hamley Bridge GD Hannah Langtry and Skye Wolf Hummocks C played well. HB8 – Hum 9.

Hamley made a few changes where Hummocks kept the same side. By watching these girls you’d believe it was a grand final.

Both sides skills were tested as they wouldn’t give an inch.

They all put in 100 percent in this quarter. HB 16 – Hum 14.

Everyone seemed to have settled by the third quarter.

The game was flowing more smoothly with both teams looking to capitalise on their centre passes. A few minor errors gave Hummocks an advantage, but once again, both sides never gave up.

Amy Humphrys played well at GS for HB. Sarah Rapko was Hummocks’ standout player for the quarter. HB 29 – Hum 21.

The last quarter was messier than the others, but scoring was one for one.

The all played hard right to the end. Sophie Martin was the standout player for HB at WA, Tayla Williams at C for Hummocks. Final scores: HB 37 – Hum 30.

C1: Hamley opened the quarter with the first goal and continued scoring with great work between GS and GA. Hamley made it hard for Hummocks to get into the goal ring. HB 16 - Hum 0.

Hamley went out strong scoring first. Hummocks still finding it hard to get the ball.

Hummocks scored their first goal for the game. Hamley’s GS Nadia Langtry playing exceptionally well. HB 31 – Hum 2.

Hamley scored first with a big change of positions.

Hummocks scored a few goals in the third and played stronger. Hummocks goalies worked well. HB 43 – Hum 5.

Hamley made more changes in the last quarter.

Hummocks girls never gave up. HB 47 – Hum 5.

C2: Great first quarter for Hamley Bridge who had an easy time with a big height advantage. Standout player for the quarter was Hamley’s Kayla Dubsky. HB 9 – Hum 1.

Another great quarter for Hamley. Defenders worked really well to turn the ball over.

Great shooting by Kimberley Sellars from Hamley Bridge.

HB 20 – Hum 1.

The third was a messy quarter with only one goal scored. Lots of turnovers and only one centre pass for the entire quarter. HB 21- Hum 1.

D2: Hamley C Ruby Hood did some well-timed leads.

Kate Barnett GA and Lucy McCabe GS passed well between each other providing many opportunities scoring eight goals between them for the quarter. HB 8 – Hum 0.

Melanie Myers came on in WA for Hummocks and made an immediate impact, presenting well and making a number of interceptions, reducing the Hamley Bridge scoring rate. Hummocks C Nicola Tiller passed well to her teammates giving them more opportunities to attempt a shot at goal. HB 12 – Hum 0.

Hummocks picked up their defensive pressure in the third quarter making it difficult for Hamley to find a clear passage of play. Melanie Myers GD dominated the play in the centre third for Hummocks.

HB 13 – Hum 0.

Emily Heathfield WA defended well making it difficult for Hummocks to move the ball out of the HB goal third.

HB had another good quarter with Libby Cleary scoring three goals. Final scores HB 16 – Hum 0.

n steph McArdle, Long Plains A5, is ready to receive the ball near the circle.

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Chris Judd What is the last movie you went to see?

21 Jump Street

If you won $20 million in the lotto, what would you do? Give it to Mum If you were a car, what kind would you be? Holden SS If you were on the front page of the newspaper, what would the headline say? “String theory” If you could take any person on your next footy trip, who would it be? Buzz (Dylan) and JA What is the best/weirdest/grossest item in your fridge? Lots of food!

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The way We were

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• Virginia growers Dino Musolino and Barry Nicol were two of three SA nominees in the 2007 Vegetable Industry Awards NAB Agribusiness Grower of the Year and AUSVEG Chairman’s Award.

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YEARS AGO May 2002

• Balaklava locals, Murray Smith and Ooge Ewards were saddling up for the Great Australian Outback Cattle Drive, beginning at Clifton Hills Station and ending five nights later at Mungerani.

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Coca-Cola soft drink as a headache cure?

History tells us that the popular soft drink ‘Coca-Cola’ began its existence “in a three-legged brass pot” in the backyard of an American, John S Pemberton, on May 8, 1886. Pemberton was a pharmacist and was apparently trying to create a new headache cure. He took the concoction to the nearby Jacob’s Pharmacy, where the syrup was mixed with cold tap water and sold to ailing customers for five cents a serve.

A story is related that a customer came into the pharmacy in great pain and ordered the syrup. The ‘soda jerk’ is said to have accidentally mixed it with carbonated water instead of tap water – the customer loved the new drink, saying it was “delicious and refreshing.”

The ‘Fathers of the Coca-Cola

COMMUNITY

Diary& • May 19: Salt of the Earth Country Market, Burra St Port Wakefield.

• May 23: Red Cross dinner.

• May 26: Shamus Liptrot Bike Trail fundraising dinner.

• Jun 2 & 16: Salt of the Earth Country Market, Burra St, Port Wakefield.

• Jul 31: Meals on Wheels AGM, Lutheran Hall.

• Jul 27: Lutheran Paper Drive; Blyth.

• Jul 28: Lutheran Paper Drive; Balaklava, Owen, Mallala, Port Wakefield.

• Jul 27 - 29: Balaklava Eisteddfod.

• Aug 18: Balaklava Golf Club Auction Night. * Dec 11: Balaklava Primary School Carols by Candlelight.

Send us your diary dates!

by Norma Schopp

Co.’ were JS Pemberton, Asa G Candler and Frank Robinson.

Robinson, who was Pemberton’s partner and bookkeeper, is said to have suggested the name “Coca-Cola”, taking each part of the name from a key ingredient in the product. He thought that the two C’s would look good in advertising, and he is responsible for the unique flowing script of “Coca-Cola” that became famous worldwide.

In 1886, sales averaged nine drinks per day; in the first year

be confused with the others.

The Root Glass Co. of Indiana designed the now famous “contour bottle” or “hobbleskirt” – it was first patented in 1915 and again in 1923. By 1928 bottle sales had surpassed fountain sales.

Candler sold the company to Ernest Woodruff and a group of investors for $25 million.

Woodruff’s son, Robert, led the company to worldwide success for more than 60 years.

“Coca-Cola’s” origins in Australia date back to 1904 as the tobacco company British Tobacco (Aust). Today it is bottled and distributed by Coca-Cola Amatil, the largest non-alcoholic beverage company in the Pacific Rim. The Coca-Cola Co. owns a minority interest in Coca-Cola Amatil.

Mr Brightside

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10.00am LIGHTHOUSE LUTHERAN Balaklava.................. 10.00am Auburn...................... 9.00am LUTHERAN Balaklava................... 11.00am Balaklava.............9am & 11am UNITING Mallala............... Not provided UNITING Two Wells.......... Not provided Mallala............... Not provided Owen Comm........Comb. with Two Wells.......... Not provided Windsor Owen Comm............. 9.30am Hamley Bridge......Comb. with Hamley Bridge.......... 11.00am Windsor Windsor..................... 9.00am Windsor......................... 11.00 Balaklava...................... 9.30am Balaklava......................9.30am Pt Wakefield.............. 10.30am Pt Wakefield.............. 10.30am Nantawarra..................9.00am Lochiel....................... 10.00am Tarlee.......................... 9.15am Tarlee.......................... 9.15am Puzzle 34 (Medium, difficulty rating 0.46)

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Puzzle 30 (Hard, difficulty rating 0.72)

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Pemberton sold only 25 gallons of syrup, for which he grossed $50 and spent $73.96 on advertising!

Pemberton’s health began to fail and he sold off the company – Asa Candler became sole owner by 1891, paying a mere $2,300 (which included all rights, including his initial investment!).

The first bottling of “CocaCola” was in 1894, by Joseph Biedenharn, owner of the Biedenharn Candy Co. of Vicksburg, Mississippi. Candler thought the bottling idea was crazy and that people would never go for it – how wrong could he be!

As the drink’s popularity grew, many imitators began to appear, so the company decided they needed a bottle that would be easily recognizable, so as not to

Talkin’ tunes with

YEARS AGO May 1992

• Brenton Hill of Balaklava graduated from the University of Adelaide, with a bachelor of engineering with first class honours in mechanical engineering.

Heritage Highlights

june 3 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............9.15am Windsor..................... 9.00am Balaklava......................9.30am Pt Wakefield.............. 10.30am Nantawarra..................9.00am Tarlee.......................... 9.15am

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Winners

Raffle winners of the Balaklava Womens and Childrens Hospital Auxiliary, Friday May 11.

1st prize L.Enman. 2nd prize D.Hawke. 3rd prize D.Sutton.

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.

Work Wanted

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

Phone 8865 2162.

public notice DEVELOPMENT ACT 1993 District Council of Mallala STRATEGIC DIRECTIONS – Development Plan Review

PUBLIC CONSULTATION

You are invited to have a say about the future planning and development of the District Council of Mallala.

Council is required under Section 30 of the Development Act 1993 to prepare a Strategic Directions Report that addresses the strategic planning issues within the district, as well as identify appropriate amendments to Council’s Development Plan.

The review provides the community with the opportunity to participate in setting future policy for the District Council of Mallala. Council seeks input on a number of issues, including • Residential development • Traffic / Transport • Infrastructure • Rural lands / horticulture • Environment Further Information To assist in the preparation of the Strategic Directions Report, a Technical Issues Paper and Fact Sheets have been prepared and can be viewed on line at www.mallala.sa.gov.au Hard copies are available during normal office hours at the Mallala Council Offices at 2a Wasleys Road, Mallala, Two Wells Service Centre at 69 Old Port Wakefield Road, Two Wells, and the Two Wells Library at 61 Old Port Wakefield Road, Two Wells.

Copy of the current Development Plan can be viewed at the Council Offices during normal hours or can be viewed online at www.mallala.sa.gov.au.

Community Information Sessions Council will hold informal ‘drop in’ information sessions that will provide residents the opportunity to meet with council staff to discuss any relevant planning and development issues.

For Sale

Firewood - cut $200 tonne. Delivered locally.

Balaklava Museum. Phone 8862 1854, 8862 1139 or 0407 329 559.

Firewood - top quality split red gum, $290 per tonne.

1/2 tonne loads available.

All loads weighed. Free delivery to Owen and surrounding areas. Phone 0412 887 040 anytime.

Firewood - mixed gum $180 per tonne. Free delivery in local area.

Phone 0458 799 577.

Firewood for sale, cut weighed and delivered.

Kindling available. Phone (m) 0407 896 159 (a/hours) 8865 2127 - Snowtown.

Firewood $190 per tonne, free delivery or pick up Balaklava or as arranged.

Mixed gum. Phone 0447 079 388 or 0428 811 874.

Firewood for sale. $120 per trailer load. Saw bench and operator for hire $80 per hour. Phone 0408 800 534.

Kelpie pup, female, nine weeks . Black & tan. Had 1st vac. Suits farm, only $100 o.n.o. Phone 0458 119 779 Gawler.

Steel cupboards 2 mtrs high 900 wide 5 shelves 2 keys also filing cabinets lockers and gas lift chairs Ph 0407 183 862.

FOR Sale

SELL your unwanted goods through the Plains Producer Classifieds for $27.50 for the first 32 words and we will place the advert for five weeks.

Excludes items sold by businesses. We reserve the right to refuse this offer for any adverts. Accounts incur a fee of $6.60.

Death

Barr - Margaret Kaye. Deepest sympathy to Richard and family. Lovingly remembered.

Sadly missed sister-in-law toJeff and Judy. Dear Aunt to Kirstie, Justin, Derek and families.

Written submissions Council invites written submissions from interested persons on any aspect of the Development Plan and the review, including the Technical Issues Paper.

All submissions should be addressed to:

Strategic Directions – Development Plan Review

District Council of Mallala

PO Box 18,

Mallala SA 5502 or email to info@mallala.sa.gov.au and title the email: Response to Strategic Directions – Development Plan Review Written submission should be submitted no later than 5pm on Friday August 3, 2012.

Submissions should clearly indicate whether you wish to be heard in support of your submission at the public hearing.

Copies of all submissions will be available for inspection at the Mallala Council Offices at 2a Wasleys Road, Mallala, and the Two Wells Service Centre at 69 Old Port Wakefield Road, Two Wells from 6 August 2012 until the conclusion of the public hearing.

Engagement

Anne Dayman has much pleasure in announcing the engagement of my son Wayne to Jen, only daughter of Muriele Fuller of Nanbucker Heads NSW. With lovefrom all the family.

Lost

Lost Pinery/Long Plains, Dorset ram. Glen Devon ear tag. Ph 0408 840 528.

Wanted to Buy

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

Ph Joe 0439 339 634.

Work Wanted

If you need help during this busy time with your farm. I have previous experience.

Phone 8863 1204.

You Belong! You Fit! You Count!

Term 2: Thursday May 17, 31 & Jun 14

at Balaklava Uniting Church Hall (Edith Terrace, Balaklava)

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

Melanie Evans 0427 796 970 Lee Cunningham 0429 621 143

BALAKLAVA Community

FRIDAY MAY 25 9am - 12noon at Balaklava Town Hall

3 Trading Table 3 Raffle 3 Early Food donations appreciated by 8.30am 3 Helpers needed Call Kossie - 8862 2067

Balaklava Museum Inc.

SA History Festival Sunday May 27

1.30pm at Centenary Hall, May Terrace Official Naming of

Margaret Gleeson Historical Records Room & Grace Anders Memorial Music Room

• Special Guest: Lyndall Hendrickson • Afternoon Tea Available • Gold Coin Admission

Enquiries 8862 1854

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

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

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

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

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

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

Roseworthy Railway Club inc

Let us take you for a ride Sunday May 20

Roseworthy Campus Mudla Wirra Rd (Wasleys Rd) Cove footwea red rm be worn ust on train

3 Drinks 3 Ice Cream 3 Cooked BBQ 3 Trains running from 12.30pm to 4.30pm

Birthday party & Special Events are welcome, contact Bob 8264 0449 anytime

Work wanted

I’m Available

A summary of all submissions will be included in the final Strategic Directions Report.

Casual tractor driving • Prickle chain • Rollers AG45721

Enquiries If you would like further information about the Strategic Directions – Development Plan Review, contact Gary Mavrinac, General Manager Infrastructure and Planning on 8520 3360 or at info@mallala.sa.gov.au

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Biggest Morning Tea

1.30pm Musical entertainment by Balaklava Primary School, followed by unveiling of name plaques

A public hearing will be held on August 13, 2012 at 7pm at the Mallala Council Chamber at which time interested persons may be heard in relation to the review of the Development Plan and Technical Issues Paper and the submissions. The public hearing will not be held if no submissions are received or if no submission makes a request to be heard.

Charles Mansueto Chief Executive Officer District Council Of Mallala

Country Gospel Show

Barr - Margaret Kaye.

Loved sister-in-law and neighbour of Kevin and Julie. Fond auntie of Katie, Amy and families. Margaret will always stay loved and remembered every day. ‘Now resting in peace’.

Venue: Two Wells Catholic Church Hall, Chapman Street Two Wells Date: Wednesday June 6, 2012 Time: 7-9pm Venue: Mallala Institute, Dublin Road Mallala Date: Wednesday June 20, 2012 Time: 7-9pm

Coming Events

Local Balaklava district

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public notice

Market Day

Situations Vacant

Two Wells Primary School

Sat May 19

GAWLER RD, TWO WELLS - TEL 8520 2277

9am - 1pm

3 Stall holders $10

Proposed Development – Mallala Oval

Cafe & Market

12 Burra Street, Port Wakefield

Bookings Lyn 0417 863 701 saltoftheearthtm@hoail.com.au find us on facebook: salt of the earth cafe

Balaklava Bowling Club

Bingo will start on

May 18

• Every fortnight • Eyes down by 7.30pm • Small plate of supper please

Kapunda

Swap Meet SUNDAY MAY 27

The District Council of Mallala has received a formal application from the Mallala Football Club Incorporated seeking to construct a gymnasium/storage facility on Council owned / controlled land being the Mallala Oval, Wasleys Road, Mallala, SA 5502 CT Reference 5539/630. The proposed location of the facility is the South/West corner of the allotment behind the Mallala Football Clubrooms and is intended to replace the current storage shed and provide greater and improved facilities for the Mallala Football Club and other sporting and community groups who utilise the oval precinct.

In accordance with Section 50 of the Local Government Act 1999, Council’s Community Consultation Policy and Community Management Plans, interested persons are invited to make written submissions on the proposed development. The development proposal may be viewed at Councils Principal Office – 2a Wasleys Road, Mallala, the Two Wells Service Centre, 69 Old Port Wakefield Road, Two Wells, the Two Wells Public Library, 61 Old Port Wakefield Road, Two Wells, or on Councils website at www.mallala.sa.gov.au A report on this matter will be prepared for Council’s consideration; written submissions are encouraged and must be received by close of business on Friday June 8, 2012.

Trotting Track Hancock Rd, Kapunda

• Under Cover / Outdoor sites available • NO Catering Sites • Note: Sellers 7am Buyers 8am • Breakfast from 7.30am • Adults $5 - Pens. $3 Child U/16 Free Contact Secretary Kapunda HRC Mob 0428 956 462 E: kapharn@yahoo.com.au www.kapundaswapmeet.com

Adult Services

If you require further information on this proposal please contact Mr. Peter Sellar on the details below.

Submissions must be in writing and forwarded to:

Mr. Peter Sellar

General Manager Corporate &

Community Services

District Council of Mallala

PO Box 18, Mallala SA 5502

Phone: 85270200

Or by email to peters@mallala.sa.gov.au Please Note: All written submissions shall become public record and may form part of a report to Council. It is the responsibility of the author to notify Council in writing if they wish their correspondence to remain confidential.

Situations Vacant

Kitchen Specialist We are seeking a passionate cook to deliver the kitchen component of the innovative Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program at Auburn Primary School and open our student’s eye’s to the possibilities of fresh, home grown food. Candidates must have a proven ability to relate to young children, initiative and excellent planning skills.

Contact Principal Mark Vincent on 8849 2112 for further details / job description

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Canteen Vacancy Assistant Canteen Manager Level 1

To be available to work for a Minimum of 1 day per week (3.5Hrs/day). On-call on other days as needed.

To apply, contact the school for the job & person specifications. Applications due 4pm, May 23, 2012. Start date June 4, 2012

Plant Operator

Balaklava Racing Club require

Casual Staff

For car park gate and other outside duties. Appointees will be required to work the days prior to, and after and on the day of a race meeting. Hours will vary, but will total about 20 hours per meet.

There are 12 meetings per year. Start date is May 28.

Applications to:

CEO - Doug Hall

08 8862 1503

email- dcrhall@bigpond.net.au Applications close 23/5/12

Gilmac are looking for a mechanically minded person, to operate an automated Hay Pressing Plant.

The position is permanent; includes shift work and we offer a remuneration level that is recognized as above standard.

Applicants are required to have a high level of physical fitness, be literate, and have a positive attitude to the work place and business.

It would be an advantage to have previous work experience within the agricultural industry, with the ability to operate a forklift and telescopic boom loader.

The vacancy exists at our Balaklava site in South Australia.

Interested persons are encouraged to apply before May 25, 2012 Applications to: Site Manager PO Box 25, Balaklava, SA 5461 Email: mark.heaslip@gilmac.com.au

We are seeking a:

Sales Person For the Mid North & Yorke Peninsula area selling; New Holland, JCB, Croplands, Rogator, MacDon, Gason and Serafin agricultural & construction equipment To succeed in this role you will need a focus on customer service, and the ability to canvas customers in the field. Basic computer skills and the ability to communicate effectively are essential.

An attractive remuneration package is available to the successful applicant.

Please address your written application to: The Dealer Principal AW Vater & Co., Marrabel Road, Saddleworth, 5413 email : roger.vater@vater.com.au Phone: (08) 8847 5000 Fax : (08) 8847 4068

Coast, Estuary & Marine Officer Adelaide and Mount Lofty Ranges Natural Resources Management Region - Northern Coast – 2 Year Contract Help us implement the Metropolitan Adelaide and Northern Coastal Action Plan and the Regional Natural Resources Management (NRM) Plan by joining the Adelaide and Mount Lofty Ranges NRM region’s Coast and Marine team in a position employed and hosted by the District Council of Mallala.

The Coast, Estuary and Marine Officer will: Support Local Government, the community and coastal managers in addressing coast and estuary management issues in the “Samphire Coast” of the northern AMLRNRM region across three coastal local government areas.

Assist with the implementation of Coastal Action Plans, including providing advice on prioritisation of on-ground actions, appropriate techniques, methodologies, costings and timeframes for coastal works Ensure effective communication and information exchange between key stakeholders including the NRM Board, local government, and coastal community groups, by providing relevant information and facilitating the delivery of capacity building and awareness raising activities with respect to coast, estuary and marine issues.

Enquiries: Mr Tony Flaherty, Manager Coast and Marine, Adelaide and Mount L o f t y R a n g e s N a t u r a l R e s o u rc e s Management Board on (08) 8273 9100 or email Tony.Flaherty@sa.gov.au Applications marked Confidential are to be submitted by close of business 5pm on Friday June 8, 2012 to; District Council of Mallala, PO Box 18, MALLALA SA 5502 or via email to info@ mallala.sa.gov.au For more information, the job and person specification please visit the District Council of Mallala website www.mallala. sa.gov.au or contact Paul Cleghorn on 08) 85272196 during office hours or email pcleghorn@mallala.sa.gov.au

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Trades & Services Directory

Situations Vacant

Lower Light

require

Assistant Grounds Person

Permanent Part-Time. Average 32 hours per week.

Applications to:

Ceo - Doug Hall

Phone: 8862 1503

Email: dcrhall@bigpond.net.au Applications Close 30/5/12

Trades & Services Directory

MID NORTH

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

Health Comm. Lic. No. 12

✓ Flies, Fleas, Misc. Pests ✓ Rats & Mice ✓ White Ants ✓ Cockroaches ✓ Spiders ✓ Weed Spraying FREE NO OBLIGATION QUOTES

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

Rates Officer

Septic Suckers 7 Days Service!

Suitable persons are invited to apply for the above position, the principal objectives of which are to maintain Council’s property and rating system, raise quarterly rate notices and monitor outstanding rates.

The position is classified at level 4, General Officers Stream of the Municipal Officers (SA) Award, with a salary range of $60,035 - $63,296 per annum.

An information kit comprising a job description statement detailing position objectives, key responsibilities, etc, and a conditions of employment document is available upon request, either by telephone on 8862 0800 or by email at admin@wakefieldrc.sa.gov.au. These documents may also be viewed on Council’s website at www.wakefieldrc. sa.gov.au under Job Vacancies. Further information may be obtained by contacting Council’s Corporate Services Manager, Steve Jonas.

Applications, in writing, should be addressed to PO Box 167, Balaklava 5461 and will be received until 5pm on Wednesday May 23, 2012.

Butch Bennett Crash Repairs Pty Ltd ‘Complete crash repair centre”

Phone Roger: 0428 419 133

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Balaklava Racing Club

3Balaklava 3Mallala 3Two Wells F: facebook/physioprime W: physioprime.com.au

8862or2200

Darren 0419 842 228

Geoff Sheridan Acting Chief Executive Officer

SOLD!

Plumbing Contractor

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

Home: 8862 1285 Mobile 0418 896 808

Grant McDonald

Shower Screens

Fast, friendly Mob. 0409 248 234service Fax. (08) 8523 3227 mcdonaldsclan@bigpond.com Splashbacks

34 George St, Balaklava

Ph: 8862 1041

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P.B Thompson

Windows

Cool Splashbacks Room & MoreHire

Quality Approved Member

need a PLUMBER ?

then call

Grants Glass & Glazing

Mirrors

★ Digital imaging for speedy insurance claims ★ Windscreen replacement & repairs ★ Plastic welding ★ Tilt towing 24 hours

414 Main Nth Rd, Clare Phone: 8842 2810 Fax: 8842 3851 Email: bbar@chariot.net.au

Fast, friendly service

24/7 Marc’s Ice & Hire

Specialist Auto Repairers

24/7

Windows Shower Screens & more Windows Mirrors Shower Screens

Grant McDonald Mirrors

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

Chiropractor Dr Daryl R Brown Grants Glass &Consulting Glazing Fridays 9am to 1pm Balaklava Ambulance Mob. 0409 248 234 Station Fax. (08) 8523 3227 Grant McDonaldat

mcdonaldsclan@bigpond.com

For appointments phone

8853 2088

Real estate

NEW LISTINGS REQUIRED URGENTLY TO REPLACE THE PROPERTIES SOLD RECENTLY

BALAKLAVA

46 Edith Tce

NEW

$249,500

3 or 4 Bedroom stone home in nearly the same pristine condition as when it was first built in approximately 1900

This stunning home consists of 3 or 4 bedrooms tastefully decorated reflecting old world charm. It also has modernized kitchen with an electric stove, dishwasher, ample cupboard and bench space. The bedrooms are of a generous size with some open fires and ornate fire surrounds. Other rooms include a large lounge adjoining the central hallway leading to the front door that features a tremendous leadlight display. The tiled bathroom, toilet and laundry are situated at the rear of the home. Features of the home include 2 split system refrigerated air conditioners, pot belly heater, ornate pressed metal ceilings, quality carpets, security screens, deadlocks and a new roof. Outbuildings include a petite entertaining area as well as a free standing pergola in a large entertaining area at the back, full length 3 car carport, workshop or storage shed and a small garden shed. Nothing to do Just move in.

Balaklava’s Number 1 name in Real Estate Plains Producer, Wednesday May 16, 2012

WHITWARTA ONLY $157,500

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

• Cottage at Port Wakefield, $150 per week

UNDER CONTRACT

• 19 Bruce Drive, Balaklava & 34 Roberts Ave, Balaklava

SOLD

• 10 Ralli Street, Balaklava

NEW

Lot 301 Farmlet .4069Ha

3 Bedroom prefabricated home with 100% rural surrounds so come & look & enjoy the peace & quiet.

This home consists of 3 bedrooms and a very functional wooden kitchen with gas stove and tile splash back. Other rooms include a large lounge that adjoins the eating area and kitchen, tiled bathroom, toilet and a laundry. The home features security shutters on the windows, ducted evaporative air conditioning, slow combustion heating, built in robes and magical rural views. Outbuildings include a full length 4 car carport that is semi enclosed and a garden shed come workshop.

The home is situated on approximately 4069m2 with native trees and rural land surrounding the property. You will have a lovely home in a great position and just imagine the serenity. Arrange an inspection at your convenience.

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

BALAKLAVA $199,500

NEW

Unit 3, 5 Scotland Street

Low maintenance plus it’s in a magical location

This as new 2 bedroom unit is situated only seconds to the main street and most other services and is part of a secure 6 unit complex. The open plan modern kitchen has heaps of bench and cupboard space and has easy care lino floor coverings. The large lounge has carpet and the convenience of a split system air conditioner to keep you comfortable all year round. The bedrooms are also carpeted along with built in robes and a ceiling fan in the main bedroom. The wet areas are fully tiled and have safety rails for your added safety when showering etc. You will feel very secure with the roller door to the garage which has direct access to the main living area and is located under the main roof. A very private rear courtyard is ideal for a morning coffee and a read of the paper on those lovely sunny mornings. This is a tremendous opportunity to acquire a property in an excellent location close to the main shopping in Balaklava. Opportunities like this are very rare so seize your chance now.

RLA 150 881

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Schahinger earns spot with North Adelaide Roosters REPORT: Les Pearson

n YOUNG Two Wells mods player, Ben McFarlane runs with the ball, with teammate Jacob Pellizarri there for back-up, while Pecker Jacob Battle gives chase.

AS the Hamley Bridge Football Club continues its efforts to rebuild this year, one of the club’s favourite sons, Justin Schahinger, has been looking to add another level to his game with the NorthAdelaide Football Club.

The young ruckman has played eight games in the reserves for the Roosters after completing a gruelling preseason earlier in the year.

Reserves coach, Craig Brooks, said he was not sure how Schahinger ended up at the club but remembers a gangly country lad with a somewhat ungainly kicking style keenly fronting up to training.

Brooks said training three nights a week, plus weights sessions, pushed Justin to his limits but he pushed through it and has earned his regular spot in the team. n Continued page 19

PHOTOS: LISA REDPATH

n TIGER Dylan Carter, surrounded by Virginia players, looks up as a teammate tries to get a tackle on Ram Chris James, during Saturday’s A grade match at Long Plains.

Rams make Tigers pay IT is the return to form local footy fans were anticipating, Virginia putting together consecutive wins with a 77-point victory over United at Long Plains on Saturday.

It was a reasonably competitive affair, with a prevailing breeze favouring the water tower end of the ground.

Well, competitive until a burst of Virginia goals killed off any chance of a challenge from the Tigers in the second half.

Virginia kicked with the

the Final Siren with Les Pearson wind in the first term and made good use of it, opening up a 26-point lead at the first change, keeping United goalless.

United coach, Travis Opitz, rued some missed opportunities early in the match, with some shots at goal failing to

register on the scoreboard at all.

“We could have just as easily had 2.2 on the board, but we’re a young side that didn’t take its opportunities,” he said.

The Tigers came out with some bite in the second, booting three goals while restricting

the Rams to just one.

“We had most of the play in the first 15 minutes of the second quarter but we weren’t using ball well enough and struggled with delivery into our forward line,” Opitz said.

Virginia coach, Greg Phillips, agreed the Tigers responded well.

“United, to their credit, played some good footy and were getting the ball out of the stoppages,” he said. n Continued page 18

n les pearson reports on other round 5 apfl matches, page 18-20 n BOMBERS RECORD THEIR FIRST WIN FOR SEASON 2012 - REPORT PAGE 20

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n JUSTIN Schahinger rucks for North Adelaide.

Photo courtesy of Official North Adelaide FC photographer, Deb Curtis

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