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Hundreds meet at Port Wakefield to fight for their right to fish in a massive display of ...

IN a sturdy show of support, hundreds of people packed into the Eagles Sports and Community Centre building for a public meeting regarding the proposed sanctuary zones in Marine Park 14 on Sunday. While there was a strong representation from Port Wakefield, peo-

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is pointing to the preferred option put to the meeting, made a passsionate plea to be able to fish from his canoe in sheltered waters amongst mangroves. Most of the discussion was centred on the suggested 62km² no-take zone at the top of Upper Gulf St Vincent. Its boundary runs from Port Wakefield to just north of Port Clinton. n Continued Page 4

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Gardens spring into bloom

Heather Davey of “Avondale”, near Rhynie, will open her garden to the public on the weekend of September 1-2 as part of Open Gardens festival. Thousands of flowering bulbs will herald the arrival of spring, presenting a bright and colourful garden display. Narcissus, freesias and grape hyacinths will cloak the hillside while an impressive show of tulips and triteleias line a walk through the spring flowering Manchurian pear trees. Pools, waterfalls and huge silver birch trees are dotted around the

garden, with carpets of cyclamen, English primroses, violets, anemones and hellebores adding vibrant colour to the glorious garden picture. The impressive garden is open from 10am to 4.30pm. Entry $7. And don’t forget Helen and John Ashby’s Open Garden, “Blackwood”, at Namyah Road, Condowie,11km from Snowtown, which is open the weekend of September 15-16 from 10am to 4.30pm. Entry $7. This happy family garden, created by the Ashby’s eight grandchildren, is sure to delight gardeners of all ages.

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expanded in 2005/2006 to provide an alternative waste disposal site to those at Dublin and Inkerman. Cr Pain’s suggestion notes the funds raised from the sale of part or all of the land could be used to lower council’s current debt levels. Council is also likely to support the Marine Park 14 Action Group’s alternative proposal for sanctuary zones to be presented to the State government. WRC chief executive officer, Cate Atkinson, listed a recommendation in her report for council to delegate the mayor, James Maitland, and Mrs Atkinson, to arrange an urgent meeting with Environment Minister, Paul Caica, to outline the community’s concerns.

Man arrested over breaks • A 35-year-old man from Murray Bridge was arrested by Port Wakefield police for a series of serious criminal trespass offences that occurred in October last year. He was arrested after forensic evidence linked him to a number of scenes at Gawler, Hewitt, Munno Para, Evanston, Balaklava, Port

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EXPERIENCED consultant, Chris Kaufmann, will present the highlyanticipated draft Balaklava Integrated Water Management Plan at Wakefield Regional Council’s monthly meeting tonight. The 61-page document, printed in this month’s council agenda, brings together all aspects of water management for the town and proposes a range of stormwater drainage improvements, including wetlands, which would then provide a secure water supply for a range of issues. If implemented, the strategy suggests Balaklava would have sufficient water to support its projected population and employment growth to 2040. Council will consider endorsing the principle of the draft plan tonight. Also on the agenda, Western ward councillor, Richard Pain, has lodged a notice of motion to sell all, or a portion of, the Everard Waste Depot. The site was established in 1993 and

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Wakefield, Kapunda and Burra. The incident in Port Wakefield involved a break at the local bakery, while he was also linked to breaks at Balaklava Newsagency and former eatery, Zank’s Place. The man was refused bail and appeared in court this week. n More police news, Page 6

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Mallala CWMS set for next year THE township of Mallala should have an operational community wastewater management scheme (CWMS) by the middle of next year, pending any major delay. District Council of Mallala held two community information sessions on Wednesday last week to allow residents to view the CWMS design and ask any questions associated with properties and connection points. DCM chief executive officer, Charles Mansueto, said about 60 residents filtered into the sessions, held at Mallala Bowling Club in the morning and at the council chambers in the af-

ternoon. “It was a good turn out,” he said. “With this project, a lot of people aren’t sure about various issues, so it was a good opportunity for them to talk face to face with staff specifically about their system. “There are differing views on the project.

There’s a lot of support there but some people don’t support it.” If concerned residents missed the information sessions, Mr Mansueto said people could view the plans in the council office and ask questions. The CWMS system will connect to 320 properties in the town and is set to cost about $3.7 million to build, with an annual operating cost of $84,000. Property owners can expect to pay between $450 and $550 per year as an estimated annual service charge.

The public consultation phase winds up tomorrow. Mr Mansueto said the feedback would then be collated and presented to council. “At the September meeting, if council decides to proceed with the project, we will move into the tender process,” he said. Mr Mansueto hoped to find a successful tender by December at the latest, after which, construction should begin. •Meantime, the public submission summary regarding the Two Wells Development Plan Amendment (DPA) will also be presented to council at September’s meeting.

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PICTURE: Lisa Redpath STEVE Guy (left) and Steve Renshaw astride the Postie bikes they will ride instead of their favourite Harley Davidson’s.

Horizon’s $48,000 Federal funding FOUR local schools received sizeable grants under the Federal government’s Empowering Local Schools initiative. Horizon Christian School ($48,000), Kapunda High School ($44,710), St Joseph’s School – Clare ($47,350) and Two Wells Primary School ($4,210) were chosen to take part in the first phase of the program. Federal Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion, said the government is providing $4 million to 61 South Australian government schools and $1.6 million to 11 Catholic and 11 independent schools. “This funding will put more power in the hands of principals and school leaders because we know they are in the best position to make the right decisions for students and schools,” Mr Champion said. “Empowering Local Schools will help build stronger links between schools and their local communities and build greater co-operation and professional learning opportunities.” Selected schools will talk with their local community, including parents, business and local government and tailor education to the needs of students and the local community.

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BALAKLAVA bikers Steve Renshaw and Steve Guy will ditch their Harley Davidson’s for little postie bikes in the Apex Outback Postie Bike Ride from October 11-14. The ride raises funds for childhood cancer, with proceeds going to the Apex Copper Coast Family Retreat, established by Apex clubs in that area. The two Steve’s, who we’ll call S1 (Renshaw) and S2 (Guy) to save confusion, will ride around 1100kms through the Flinders Ranges and outback SA, covering some of the toughest and most challenging off road terrain SA has to offer. S1 has been organising merchandise for this ride through his business, Tads

Louise Michael reports: Embroidery, for the past few years, and every year, has been asked by organisers to join the ride. This year, he weakened, and conned friend, S2, to accompany him. As a pre-requisite to the ride, entrants must first raise $500 towards the charity, buy their own bike, and also be experienced bike riders with a current motorbike licence. “We have a big first day, travelling from Port Augusta to Angorichina, then to Arkaroola the next day,” S1 said. The group of about 100 riders will then travel to Rawnsley Park, with the final leg being the return trip to Port Augusta.

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Nearly the whole trip is off-road (on dirt), but there will be support vehicles close by to assist in the event of a flat tyre, of which there is likely to be many! The support vehicles will also carry travel bags and swags for riders. Riders also have to tote their own fuel, drinking water and snacks, so Gary Simon of Balaklava’s Simon Auto and Exhaust, is donating his time to make S1 and S2 a little carrier “letterbox” each, which will sit at the back of their bikes. ”The ride is for a good cause. We’re just hoping to get back in one piece,” S1 said. As part of S1 and S2s fundraising, Tads has Outback Postie Ride shirts for sale for $20. Donations over $2 are tax deductible.

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Appendix B - Marine Park 14 - Upper Gulf St Vincent Marine Park Community Proposal 137°55'E

138°0'E

138°5'E

138°10'E

138°20'E

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Suggested new revised ‘no go’ sanctuary zone

Balaklava 34°10'S

Port Arthur 34°10'S

138°15'E

SZ-1

Port Wakefield

Suggested new boundary around channel entrance

SPA-1 Port Clinton

34°15'S

Clinton

Port Price

34°20'S

HPZ-‐3

SPA-3

Proof range HPZ-1

SZ-2

Defence Prohibited Area

RAZ-1

Wild Horse Plains

‘No go’ zones (unchanged)

GMUZ

34°25'S

Tiddy Widdy Beach 34°25'S

34°20'S

Price

Ardrossan SPA-2 Parham Webb Beach

‘No go’ zone SZ-‐3 (unchanged)

Thompson Beach

SZ-3

‘No go’ zone (unchanged)

34°30'S

Rogues Point

Port Prime

Zanoni Shipwreck

HPZ-‐1

Light Beach Road

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Light River Delta

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marine parks manager, Chris Thomas, points to areas (opposite) needed as sanctuaries.

Dublin

Parara Point

SZ-4

HPZ-‐2

Middle Beach

Port Gawler Beach

For further map detail refer to the relevant boundary definition map in the draft management plan. 137°55'E

138°0'E

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Marine Park Draft Zoning

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Restricted Access Zone (Existing)

Data Source

Existing Reserves under other Acts !

(Harbor Activities) Special Purpose Area (Defence Prohibited Area)

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138°20'E

Built Up Area

Sanctuary Zone General Managed Use Zone

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Topographic

Defence Prohibited Area Coastline (median high water) Major Road

THIS MAP IS INDICATIVE ONLY AND IS NOT INTENDED FOR NAVIGATIONAL PURPOSES

Compiled Projection Datum

Marine Parks Project Department of Environment, Water and Natural Resources GPO BOX 1047 Adelaide SA 5001 www.marineparks.sa.gov.au Marine Parks, NPWSA, Topographic Data, Coastline (median high water) - DEWNR 5 July 2012 Lambert Conformal Conic Geocentric Datum of Australia, 1994

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Minor Road CONSULTATION NOTE: The zoning is provisional and is subject to change following public consultation. Each zone has a specific identifier. Please include this identifier (e.g. SZ-1) and the marine park name when preparing written submissions.

Locals fight for review THE importance of the Marine Park Sanctuary Zones issue to the wider community was evidenced by the amount of questions that came from the large crowd at the town meeting on Sunday. Three local speakers followed on from Marine Park 14 Action Group chair, Bart Butson’s introduction to the meeting. Recreational fisherman, Jeff Sutton, touched on his close affinity with fishing in the district, a relationship he has nurtured for the past 50 years. “You might see why I’m pretty outraged about the possibility of being locked out of my chosen fishing place,” he said. Mr Sutton also quoted a letter from SA Angler magazine editor and publisher, Shane Mensforth, who was “appalled” by the size of Sanctuary Zone 1. “The small but growing township of Port Wakefield will undoubtedly feel the effects of this no-take zone,” his letter said. “Locking up this area is simply not fair.” Mr Sutton denied suggestions from RecFish SA(SARFAC) the local recreational fishers’ opposition to the no-take zone was provoked by the town’s commercial sector. He was disappointed there were no representatives from SARFAC at the meeting. Local teenager, Zeke Bitter, also spoke publicly on how the no-take zone would rule out many safe fishing spots for local youngsters. “I don’t think it’s fair (if)…we can’t even fish in the sheltered water to the north of Port Wakefield,” he said. “I need to stay close to the mangroves for safety. What will I do if you take this away from me? “Please consider supporting us

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so my generation will have somewhere to fish.” Salt of the Earth Café owner, Colin Doherty, discussed the economic impact feared by the community. “We have made a fairly substantial financial commitment in Port Wakefield, because we really love this town and the opportunity arose for us at the right time,” he said. “Quite a few boaties bring their wives and friends here, who spend time and money in our places, while their husbands are out fishing. “This can’t happen if people can’t fish here. The boaties will bypass us. Goyder MP, Steven Griffiths, said the economic impacts should have been considered before the zones were designed. “We should have done the work to make sure we knew what the economic impact might be, before you put something out there.” The public question time segment ran well over time, plenty of participants keen to air their concerns. Comments varied wildly from polluted water run off flowing into sanctuary zones, to navigation worries.

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Top of gulf a ‘unique marine environment’ n The proposed park zones to be put to DEWNR and, below, Bart Butson makes a point at the meeting

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Regarding the polluted water run-off, State marine parks manger, Chris Thomas, said the sanctuary zones would allow for greater focus from Natural Resource Management departments to handle run off issues. Mr Thomas said the sanctuary zones would also encourage greater EPA standards surrounding possible pollution from the Inkerman dump and Bolivar treatment plant. Local professional fisherman, Michael Cicolella, questioned the government representatives on whether they were aware of the potential impact of the zones on Port Wakefield. Another local professional fisherman, Robert Butson, asked why the MPLAG’s original suggested zones were altered. Mr Thomas explained it was altered following a consensus reached at a stakeholder forum earlier in the year.

FINDING the balance between conservation and minimising community impact is the main issue faced by the State government in applying its marine park sanctuary zones. Department of Environment, Water and Natural Resources (DEWNR) Marine Parks project manager, David Pearce, and state marine park manager, Chris Thomas, explained this situation at the town meeting on Sunday. Mr Pearce said the no-take zone attracting the most scrutiny, Sanctuary Zone 1, is proposed to protect a unique marine environment. He said the top of the Upper Gulf St Vincent works like an ecological pump, with a huge tidal range and varying water temperature. The mangrove creeks also provide a great area for young fish to feed on the phytoplankton produced in the area, while the seagrass beds are highly significant. “Ecologically, in the state, this is an area of high importance,” Mr Pearce said. “From a statewide perspective, if you were designing areas for conservation, you would have to look here, this is a great area to put some sanctuary zones.” Mr Pearce said it was always likely the zones were going to affect a certain amount of people. Mr Thomas said establishing the proposed zones has been a tough process. “We always knew marine parks would be difficult to bring in to effect,” he said. “The job we’ve been trying to do over the last four or five years is

Les Pearson reports to design some sanctuary zones with the least possible impact and it’s been really difficult. “We do have to find some areas for sanctuary zones, we want to put aside some areas for the future and preserve them in the health they are in today. “So, it’s about a compromise and from what I’ve heard from the community it accepts the needs for sanctuary zones, but it’s about where and how big they are. “We want to look after commercial fishers, provide for recreational fishers but we also want good conservation. “This is a big change for communities and we accept that, which is why it has taken a number of years to get to this point.” Mr Thomas also referred to the government’s stance on buying out displaced commercial fishing effort. “Recreational fishers and commercial fishers have similar interests but ultimately, for the commercial fishers, it’s a livelihood and the government has committed to buy out any displaced commercial fishing effort,” he said. “We’re not trying to squeeze more fishers into a smaller area.” He reminded the public the zones are still in the proposal stage, with the public consultation phase, which will include the release of the social and economic impact statements, is coming soon. “Once those documents are released, there will be a period of eight weeks, during which, you can write to government and express your views,” he said. “What we’re seeing today, which is really reassuring, is the community coming to a collective view. “That is far more empowering and powerful for us in government and its ministers to consider proposals for the community that have brought community support, rather than individual comment.”

‘Wider region’ needs to support alternative plan • From page 1

It is widely believed by commercial and recreational fishers this particular sanctuary zone, which prevents fishing of any kind north of its boundary, would drastically impact on both sectors and the town itself. An alternative zone, about half the size of the government’s current proposal, was prepared by the Marine Park 14 Action Group and endorsed by a majority of people at the meeting, including Member for Goyder, Steven Griffiths. With the support of the community, Mr Grif-

fiths felt the alternative presented by the action group should be strongly considered by State Environment Minister, Paul Caica. “I do think he listens to a sound argument and that’s where Marine Park 14 Action Group should be proud of itself, because what has been presented today is a sound argument,” Mr Griffiths said. “It allows the key environmental responsibilities to be met but also gives the economy a chance to have a future.” Mr Griffiths believed the attendance at the meeting was a positive sign to start with.

“The fact there are so many people here tells me you want to make a difference too,” he said. “Democracy only works when people express themselves and that means telephone calls, emails, letters, attending rallies, making other people aware of your concerns. “You have to be loud and continuous about it. “It’s the wider region that needs to support this, to get this process right. “Use every opportunity available to you in the next three months, because that’s how long it will probably take, to make people understand what your worries are and have your voice heard.” Plains Producer, Wednesday August 22, 2012

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Do you wonder where people you grew up with, have ended up? Former Inkerman now Adelaide resident, Paul Sharman, has gone a long way since leaving our Mid North district. His day-job is as a sales executive for Mercedes Benz, but afterhours, he has a big musical business interest. Over a 10 year period, Paul has recruited, via auditions, an eight member Rolling Stones tribute band named “Satisfaction – The Stones Show.” Paul remembers going on camp as a Year 8 student from Balaklava High School, and driving past Football Park which was under construction. A teacher said “One day, one of you boys might get to play there.” That day has come for Paul – but not as a footballer! He will be playing drums in his band, which has been chosen to perform at the 2012 SANFL Grand Final on October 6. Who said “You can’t always get what you want?” The band has had a great year, having three sell-out five-star review Fringe shows, and gigs at some of Adelaide’s largest venues. The Fringe review said it was “the best live dance music act.” Funnily enough, local Eddie McArdle sponsored the band’s Fringe show. The band continues to play the annual Christmas show season at The Gov, which is regarded as one

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HARLEY HEAVEN – As a prize for competing in the Balaklava Swimming Pool’s Triathlon held in March, local Sarah Heaslip was given a voucher to have a ride on David Woodroofe’s Harley motorbike. Sarah, pictured with the masked man (David) from Owen, finally took that ride last week, and enjoyed an hour touring around the district.

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National Ride2work Day is on October 17. More than 150,000 people participate in the nation’s biggest celebration of two-wheeled, human powered transport. Riders are urged to register to help build the case for improvement in riding facilities across Australia. Register at ride2work.com.au. Maybe it could be a fund raiser for the local Shamus Liptrot Cycling Trail? • On that topic, Payneham Cycling Club held the “Shamus Liptrot Race” at Milang on July 21. Winner was Alexander Porter from Kilkenny Cycling Club. • Balaklava Area Committee has ordered trees from Trees for Life to be planted along Shamo’s cycling trail to the golf club, but most won’t be planted until next winter. I am reliably informed Wakefield Regional Council will complete the surface soon.

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Owen Renovations to the community hall bar started last week. Locals will be lining up to volunteer as bar people once it’s done. The hall committee was thrilled with the success of its “M” themed night on July 28, with a massive $6607 raised. The meal was great, the magician excellent, and Murray Smith was auctioneer, gently coercing, without hypnosis, the large crowd of almost 120 into buying a large range of auction items, raising around $3000. Funds raised will be used on other hall improvements. • Owen Primary is holding a quiz night on August 24. BYO drinks and nibbles. Tickets from the school. Students enjoyed a camp last week to Arbury Park. • Plains Community Churches welcomes new minister, Rev Dr Philip Marshall, in October.

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Local Tash Hogan has a soft spot for mistreated and neglected ponies and horses. She is hoping to raise funds and awareness for the plight of these animals by holding a local garage sale and sausage sizzle, with funds going to Pony Rescue. It will be held on September 22 at 67 Williams Road Two Wells. A generous neighbour has offered Tash the use of his paddock in which to hold the sale. Tash is looking for donations of items to go in the sale, and for any help in setting things up. If you can help, please contact Tash on 0422 201323. Mallala

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Netballers had a big working bee recently and have the courts area in pristine condition ready for the grand final in a few weeks. Well done. • And it was a good time to have a football bye last weekend, as Amy Jordan and David Cawrse got married! • Happy belated 40th Birthday to Simon Taylor. He doesn’t look a day over 30. www.plainsproducer.com.au

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Karla’s_Korner Karla May is wife to local farmer, Simon and mum to Lucy aged 6 and Ben, 4. This week, Spring has sprung in the May household

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N A recent morning I was woken by birds I’ve not heard since warmer weather was last here. When I finally rose, I was met with yet another foggy morning and dewy lawns. The plum trees in our drive are blossoming and I’m certain I heard a fly yesterday. The days are getting longer and the sun, between the showers, is gaining warmth. The cereal crops are standing glossy and tall, dancing in the wind while the canola is illuminating the roadsides with its pungent, bright yellow flowers. Gardens in the towns are starting to get more colourful and the lawns are starting to grow again. It’s like the land is awakening. As much as a farmer’s wife knows we need a cold, wet winter, I also know we need the spring. If seasons had emotions, spring would be a happy one. It won’t be long and the kids will be swapping footballs and hockey sticks for basketballs and cricket bats. Winter sports start to get to the serious end of their competitions and farmers begin to ready for canola cutting, hay season and the ensuing grain harvest. The real estate market begins to bloom with the flowers and people start finding the inspiration to exercise just that little bit more. Long pants will make way for shorts and dresses, and Ugg boots for thongs and sandals. The horses will have their big days and so too the carnival folk. Spring is the time for action. I’ll be enjoying the sunny afternoons with the windows and doors of the house open, eating my lunch in the warm spring sun and cherishing the cool nights practically designed for the most perfect sleep. We’ll take the kids to the local show and navigate it at a pace much slower than Miss Six would like as we stop to catch up with friendly faces we’ve not seen in a while. We’ll make the most of bonfire season; eating eucalyptus tainted toasted marshmallows from a stick and sausages from the hotplate The kids will play outside longer. Master Four will find bugs to collect and Miss Six will probably chase more butterflies and pick any bloom daring to show in our garden Finally, with any luck, the cold and flu season will slow right down (and be replaced with hay fever season I suppose!). Yes, spring is nearly here and I am ready to enjoy it.

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n FEDERAL INQUIRY RAISES CONCERN OVER RISING SEA LEVELS:

Residents must wait for Thompson Beach report DISTRICT Council of Mallala’s senior staff will be busily analysing a draft Federal government report, which claims the town of Thompson Beach will become inundated by rising seas if it does not raise building levels. Although exact details from the report can’t be released due to its confidential nature, an article in the Advertiser last week claimed it estimates the cost of protecting the town via a levee, which is being upgraded in coming months, would be more than the cost of raising every building above the expected sea level. DCM chief executive officer, Charles Mansueto, found that suggestion rather questionable but had not seen the report

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and could not comment on it in great detail. Despite the serious implications for the town noted in the report, Mr Mansueto said council had not been flooded (pun intended) with calls from concerned Thompson Beach residents. “People are realistic and are well aware of the tidal implications at Thompson Beach,” he said. Mr Mansueto received a copy of the 250-page draft report late last week and will be analysing it closely. “I’ve got some reading ahead of me,” he observed.

Building heights have been an issue in the town in recent years, with landowner, John Reid, forking out extra money last November when constructing his holiday home in the town due to interim building height levels recommended by the Coastal Protection Board last year. Mr Reid was directed to build up his block of land to 650mm above the height of the road, because the levee bank system designed to protect the southern part of Thompson’s Beach was inadequate. DCM is due to start repairing and upgrading the eroded parts of the levee bank, with the public consultation period regarding the upgrade finishing on August 1.

Rock up to plant a tree at the Rocks WAKEFIELD Regional Council is calling on the local community to lend a hand with planting about 600 seedlings at Rocks Reserve on Sunday. • WRC acting community development officer, Carly Friedrichs, pictured with

local Scouts Sarah and Tim Goldney, said the day has been organised as part of the Revitalising the Rocks Reserve project, funded by the Northern and Yorke NRM board. The seedlings to be planted include

acacia, eucalyptus and melaleuca trees, as well as other native species. If you would like to get involved and enjoy a nice day out while contributing to the local community, call WRC on 8862 0800 for more information.

Police suspicious of Parham house fire PARHAM AN unoccupied twostory house has been extensively damaged by fire and police are treating it as suspicious. Police and the MFS were called to the Driscoll terrace home in Parham at about 10.30pm on Sunday night, which was well alight on arrival. The rear door of the home appeared to have been jemmied and police fire technicians are investigating. Anyone with information that could assist with the investigation is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online

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CRIME STOPPERS 1800 333 000 n CALL 131 444 outside business hours or 000 in an emergency at www.sa.crimestoppers. com.au WASLEYS • POLICE attended the scene of a serious road crash on the Mudla Wirra road, about three kilometres south of Wasleys. Just after 3am on Thursday morning, a man crashed head-on into

a stobie pole. Emergency services arrived at the scene to find the man trapped. He was freed from the wreckage and airlifted to hospital with life threatening injuries. Mudla Wirra road was closed between Wasleys and Roseworthy College as police investigated.

LOWER LIGHT • A 39-year-old man from Lower Light was reported for failing to stop and render assistance following a vehicle collision in early May. VIRGINIA • AVIRGINIA woman in her twenties was reported by Gawler Police for driving unregistered, unlicensed and uninsured on August 16. The vehicle was subsequently impounded for 28 days. ROSEWORTHY • A ROSEWORTHY man in his forties was reported by Gawler Police

for possessing cannabis on August 19. TWO WELLS • BETWEEN August 18 and 19, attempts were made to gain entry to a business on Old Port Wakefield road, Two Wells. • A BUSINESS on Old Port Wakefield road, Two Wells sustained damage to front shop windows on August 15. LONG PLAINS • BETWEEN August 12 and 13, two spotlights were stolen from a prime mover, which was parked in a depot on Lawrie Road, Long Plains.

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NEWS v District n RIVERTON

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Science brings new dimension to printing As part of National Science Week, Riverton’s monthly marketgoers received an insight into the latest in revolutionary 3D printing technology. Royal Institution of Australia (RiAUS) and Australian Network for Art and Technology (ANAT) brought the 3D printers to the markets for demonstrations last Saturday. Raw materials such as glass, plastic, stainless steel and even living cells are being used as ‘inks’ to run the printers, which produced amazing 3D objects. Visitors to the markets got up close and personal to the printers and were impressed watching the startling process create a variety of 3D objects. “There’s no doubt 3D printing will have a profound impact on manufacturing,” said ANAT business manager, Karen Marsh. “This is a revolutionary technology – in fact many are touting 3D printing as a sign of the next industrial revolution that is clearly hurtling towards us. “In an increasingly interconnected and networked world, 3D printing demands fresh thinking about how we might design, build and manufacture the physical objects around us. “It is such a radically different way of approaching the manufacturing and design process. People are quite stunned when they see it in action. “Scale up the technology and the concept of printing an entire house might be realised in the not too distant future” To find out more about these revolutionary printers, check out website www. riaus.org.au

Green thumbs up Balaklava Town Hall carpark and lounge areas will be turned into a sea of greenery and colour on Saturday August 25 for the inaugural “Gardening on the Plains” event. The day runs from 10am until 4pm, with free admission. Plants stalls will stock everything from roses and proteas, to rare fruits. Interspersed during the day will be presentations and displays from the Begonia Society at 11.30am, and Rose Society at 1pm. Devonshire teas and a sausage sizzle will be available.

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ANAT’s Cameron Milton with end product and BELOW, Tania Meyer, of RiAus, shows Sophie and Keegan Pascoe how the printer works. – PICTURES: Lisa Redpath.

RIGHT: The 3D printer in operation.

Lower North Community Services Providers Network forum will be held at Artisans Table Bistro in Clare next Wednesday, August 29. The forum is organised by Country North Community Services and includes community service providers from Yorke Peninsula, Gawler and Barossa Valley. Forum topic this year is “Supporting Vulnerable People in our Region.” Country North Community Services (CNCS) CEO Steve Lowe said it was a great opportunity for staff and volunteers who give so much to communities to have a day specifically for themselves.

Awards close soon It’s your last chance to nominate for South Australia’s Community Achievements Awards. The awards celebrate community contribution individuals, businesses and groups make in assisting others, as well as their deeds that inspire and motivate community members. Nominations close September 4. Phone 1300 008504 for entry forms or visit www.awardsaustralia.com/ CAA_sa.php

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‘Calgary Kate’ is taking her career to the world Not many university students get the opportunity to study overseas, but Balaklava girl, Kate Taylor, 19, is jetting off to Canada on Friday, August 31, to do just that. “I’m really excited. I’ve got a countdown going on my phone,” said Kate. Kate, daughter of Philip “Boss” and Di Taylor of Balaklava, has been studying a Bachelor of International Tourism at Flinders University for the past 18 months. At uni, Kate was rooming with two girls from overseas who were on exchange. As studying overseas would assist with her uni course and be a bonus on her CV, Kate decided to apply to the exchange program early last year. After a long interviewing process, she was accepted in May. Kate said “ I elected to go to the University of Calgary,

Louise Michael reports: Canada, specifically because of its renowned business and tourism school in the university.” Kate was also fortunate to be awarded a $5000 ISEP (International Student Exchange Program) scholarship through the uni, to assist with any expenses directly related to the exchange, such as travel, insurance and accommodation. To top that off, Kate was then awarded another $5000 as an Overseas Help Loan, which can be used to buy anything she likes! Having said that, the loan has to be repaid eventually. Kate will live on campus at the Uni and be there for one semester. That will take her right up until Christmas, at which time

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Outlook: Isolated showers over the agricultural areas, contracting to the southern agricultural area on Sunday then to southern coasts on Monday. Cool to mild with moderate northwest to southwesterly wind, fresh in the south. MID NORTH DISTRICT FORECAST Wednesday: Partly cloudy. Scattered showers from the late morning, more frequent in the south. Light wind becoming northwest to northeasterly 25 to 40 km/h early in the morning then tending west to northwesterly 25 to 35 km/h in the late afternoon. Thursday: Partly cloudy. Scattered showers with possible small hail and the chance of thunderstorms. Wind west to northwesterly 30 to 45 km/h becoming westerly 25 to 30 km/h during the afternoon. Friday: Partly cloudy. Isolated showers. Wind westerly 25 to 30 km/h, increasing to 35 to 45 km/h during the morning. YORKE PENINSULA DISTRICT FORECAST Wednesday: Partly cloudy. Scattered showers from the morning. Wind northeasterly 15 to 20 km/h increasing to 35 km/h before shifting west to northwesterly 20 to 30 km/h in the afternoon.

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WARNINGS Information at www.bom.gov.au/weather or 1300 659 215 (Local call cost) STATE Wednesday: Isolated showers extending over the west coast, the agricultural area and south of the pastoral districts, tending scattered over Eyre Peninsula and the remainder of the southern agricultural area. Cool to mild in the south grading to warm to hot in the north. Moderate to fresh northerly wind, ahead of a fresh to strong westerly change. Thursday: Scattered showers and possible small hail over Eyre Peninsula and the remainder of the southern agricultural area. Isolated showers over the west coast, northern agricultural area and far south of the pastoral districts. Isolated thunderstorms over the southern agricultural area. Cold in the south grading to mild in the north, with fresh to strong northwest to southwesterly wind. Friday: Isolated showers over the agricultural area and parts of the pastoral districts. Showers scattered at first about the southern coastal districts. Cool to mild with moderate to fresh westerly wind.

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she will travel to New York for a 10 day Trek America tour. She hopes to spend New Years Eve in Times Square, the world’s most visited tourist attraction. Kate will then travel through San Fransisco and Los Angeles, and return home on January 18. Not a bad trip for Kate’s first time on a plane! “I’m very grateful to my parents who have supported and encouraged me in my studies, and were very generous in getting me to uni in the first place,” Kate said. Kate would like her parents to meet her in New York for a white Christmas, but that remains to be seen. When Kate returns to SA, she will resume her final year of study, but thinks she will study for a further year to obtain a double degree with a Bachelor of Business.

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Thursday: Partly cloudy. Scattered showers with possible small hail and the chance of thunderstorms. Wind northwesterly 25 to 40 km/h turning westerly 30 to 45 km/h during the morning. Friday: Partly cloudy. Isolated showers. Wind westerly 30 to 35 km/h, decreasing to 15 to 20 km/h during the afternoon. MOUNT LOFTY RANGES DISTRICT FORECAST Wednesday: Partly cloudy. Isolated showers from the late morning, increasing to scattered in the afternoon. Wind northerly 20 to 30 km/h tending northwesterly in the late afternoon. Thursday: Partly cloudy. Scattered showers with possible small hail and the chance of thunderstorms. Wind northwesterly 30 to 45 km/h tending westerly during the day. Friday: Partly cloudy. Isolated showers. Wind westerly 30 to 45 km/h decreasing to 15 to 25 km/h during the afternoon. GULF ST VINCENT Wednesday: Winds: Northwest to northeasterly 5 to 10 knots tending north to northeast 10 to 15 knots around dawn, increasing to 15 to 20 knots around midday and turning northwest during the afternoon and easing to 10 to 15 knots in the evening. Seas: Below 0.5 metre increasing to 0.5 to 1.5 metres during the day. Swell: West to southwesterly 0.5 metres in the south. Thursday: Winds: Northwesterly 15 to 25 knots turning westerly 20 to 30 knots during the morning. Seas: 1 to 2 metres increasing to 2 to 3 metres during the morning. Swell: Southwesterly 0.5 metres in the south. The chance of thunderstorms with possible hail.

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TWO apprentices from the region to compete in the WorldSkills Australia National Competition will challenge Australia’s best from NEXT Thursday, August 30. The Plains Producer published an incorrect date in last week’s issue. Watch for results from Lochiel’s Kristie Brackstone, who will challenge in beauty care and Lewiston apprentice carpenter, Gary Sumpton, in future editions.

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With a baby born in Australia around every two minutes, the health and wellbeing of pregnant women is a key issue. The latest findings from a UK study of over 14,000 pregnant women suggest that one of the answers to achieving the recommended levels of exercise during pregnancy could be as simple as walking the dog. “The research found that pregnant women who were dog owners were 50 per cent more likely to achieve the recommended three hours of activity per week. The researchers also noted that, as walking is a low risk exercise, the participation of pregnant women in dog walking could be useful as part of a broader strategy to improve activity levels,” says Susie Willis from the Petcare Information and Advisory Service. PIAS notes that it is not just pregnant women who could benefit from the research findings. “We know from research undertaken by Dr Hayley Christian at the University of Western Australia that dog owners, in general, are more likely to meet the recommended levels of exercise than non-dog owners.

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NEWS v District

‘Feel good’ feedback for Health Service YORKE and Lower North Health Services (YLNHS) received a stirring number of compliments in the past financial year, according to recent figures released by Country Health SA (CHSA). Of the 395 pieces of feedback coming from locals, 72 per cent were compliments, while only 23 per cent were criticisms. The remainder was either advice or suggestions. The YLNHS compliment figure was well

above the state average of 48.5 per cent positive feedback and 48.6 per cent negative. YLNHS acting director, Jackie Hart, said it was a great reflection on the local services and the people who provide them. “It is really pleasing to receive so many compliments and positive feedback from the people using our health services,” she said. “Our staff work really hard to provide high quality health care to all our patients and their

families and it is great to see our consumers are taking the time to let us know about their experiences.” CHSA chief executive officer, Adjunct Professor Belinda Moyes, said while compliments were great, all feedback was valued. “Ensuring patients have the best possible experience in our hospital and health services is very important,” she said. “All feedback is used to improve our health

GRANTS ANNOUNCED:

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THE district’s young athletes and teams are encouraged to apply for funding support to help realise sporting dreams. The Federal government’s Local Sporting Champions program is aimed at helping junior sport stars meet the costs of participation at eligible sporting competitions. Local junior athletes can apply for a grant to cover the cost of their travel, accommodation, uniforms or equipment associated with participating in an eligible championship. Nick Champion, Federal Member for Wakefield, said the program will help more families cover the costs of expenses associated with participating in sporting competitions. “Individual athletes and teams who are participating in appropriately endorsed state school sport championships or international competitions are now also eligible to apply,” Mr Champion said. The Local Sporting Champions program offers grants of $500 for individuals and $3000 for teams. Applications for round two close on October 31. Visit the Australian Sports Commission website: www.ausport.gov.au/champions. • In other grant news, local organisations now can apply under the new round of the Grants to Voluntary Environment, Sustainability and Heritage Organisations (GVESHO) program. The grants are designed to support community based volunteer organisations and assist with administration costs. • Grant funding of $8 million from carbon price revenue for the NRM Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation Research Grants also has been announced. The program will partner research institutions with regional Natural Resource Management (NRM) organisations. This partnership will help provide better information on the impacts climate change on rural and regional communities and advise on measures that can be taken to adapt to this change. The Impacts and Adaptation Grants Program is part of the Federal government’s Clean Energy Future package. Eligible research institutions can apply via www. climatechange.gov.au/NRMfundstream2

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to 50 years, with Cassie being the youngest. Cassie won a tuition prize of $280 worth of singing lessons with Chris, who works at Paralowie. Cassie is the second daughter of Derani and Rob Sanders of Balaklava. Her older sister, Sophie, also sang for the first time in the quest. Mum, Derani, was a country music singer some years ago, but with family commitments, hasn’t had much time for singing in recent years. One day, all three of the Sanders’ girls might be able to sing together, which would be a great effort.

SPEEDING PENALTIES ARE CHANGING On 1 September 2012, the penalties for speeding are changing. Research shows that speeding increases the risk and severity of crashes and reducing speeding will save lives and injuries on our roads. Speeding penalties from 1 September include:

> The expiation fee for the lowest offence will reduce from $260 to $150 and demerit points will double from 1 to 2.

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services by helping us review trends and develop strategies to improve the quality of our service. We want to encourage people to continue to provide their feedback. “There are a number of ways they can do this, including using feedback forms, by telephone, in person or via the internet. “We also conduct surveys of people who have stayed overnight to record, monitor and measure patient feedback and experiences.”

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The way We were

South Australia’s early German heritage

YEARS AGO August 2007

• Julie Williams, daughter of Ray and Jill Williams of Balaklava and Andrew Dale, son of Don and Rose Dale of Owen, were granted an Overseas Service Medal and the Commissioner’s Group Citation for Hazardous Overseas Service.

YEARS AGO August 2002

• Former locals, Megan Wilson and Matt Higgs, were loving life on the land, living and working on Hamilton Downs station, amongst the beautiful MacDonnell Ranges.

YEARS AGO August 1992

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THE second announcement of bands for Soundwave 2013 was released last week and it seems the whingers complaining about the first announced line-up have been silenced. This was predominantly thanks to the headline band in the followup announcement, Californian thrash metal group, Slayer. Not unlike Metallica, Slayer has endured a lengthy streak of popularity in the metal industry. Since its debut album in 1983, the band has released a total of 11 albums, many of them attracting critical acclaim. Just as many have been heavily criticised however, for distasteful and overly satanic lyrical material. I guess we’re all into different things out there and while Slayer is not likely to be everyone’s cup of tea, the band’s reputation certainly has weight in the music world. While also being from California, hip-hop crew, Cypress Hill, shares little other similarity with Slayer. That said, the group

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is still as popular as ever since being formed in the late 80s. Cypress Hill shot to fame with its first massive hit, “Insane in the Brain”, from the group’s second album, “Black Sunday”. Further success came following the punchy rock track, “Superstar” and the slightly comical “Lowrider”. Welsh metal band, Bullet for My Valentine, is another to join the Soundwave line-up and while it doesn’t have the lengthy historical ties as Cypress Hill, Slayer and Metallica, the group has enjoyed massive popularity from a large and loyal band of fans over the past decade or so. Billy Talent comes into the line-up without a massive swag of hits or global success but I am a fan of single, “Fallen Leaves”, which remains the band’s most popular single to date. In other news, country artist, Morgan Evans, is geared up to release album “While We’re Young” on August 24, the fol-

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the Southern Australian reported, “the industry and quiet perseverance of the German character had been fully developed in Klemzig.” It didn’t take long for the state’s leaders to realise that these new immigrants were a valuable asset to the new colony. In December 1838, Captain Dirk Hahn of the Zebra arrived with another 187 Lutheran immigrants who settled on land belonging to Frederick Dutton. They named their settlement Hahndorf. Many of the German people were peasant-folk – they were used to

in SA were taken back to Germany where they received praise, furthering the desire of German farmers to migrate in even greater numbers. Early settlements followed at Lobethal, Bethany and Moculta, the beginnings of the rich German heritage still evident today in the Barossa Valley. Gradually settlers moved further afield, with a large group going to the southern Flinders Ranges area, and a group also coming from the Barossa’s Rosedale area to Dalkey. First records of them here date back to 1865, when they established the first known church of any denomination in this area. The Dalkey site also included a school as they had done, and continued to do, elsewhere. It was another four years before the first section of Balaklava was surveyed.

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hard work, and they soon established flourishing vegetable plots, growing more than they needed for their own families, so the surplus was a ready source of fresh produce for the English gentry as well. While feeding their families was critical, even more important to these people was their faith – this was the birth of the Lutheran Church in Australia and, coupled with it, the Lutheran schools, often in the same building – they knew the education of their children was vital, so it made economic sense to use the church building for school during the week and not just for worship on Sundays. After the death of the King of Prussia in 1840, the religious persecution in the homelands eased, but the influx of immigrants still continued, now for economic reasons. Samples of grain being produced

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We all know South Australia is the only state in Australia with no convict history. While the initial boatloads of free settlers came from Great Britain, it wasn’t long before they were joined by hundreds of German and/or Prussian settlers who had fled their homelands because of religious persecution. George Fife Angas was a principal player in the German migrant story; he assisted many of them in gaining passage to South Australia. A few German folk had come on the boats to Kangaroo Island in 1836, but the first significant group arrived in November 1838, under the care of Pastor Kavel; 21 arrived on the Bengalee and, two days later, another 18 arrived on the Prince George. The first German settlement was at Klemzig and, within six months,

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MONTHLY CHURCH TIMES august 26 A.O.G./A.C.C. Balaklava.................. 10.00am anglican Balaklava..............9am & 7pm Goyder...................... 5.00pm CATHOLIC CHURCH Balaklava.................. 10.30am Pt Wakefield.......Mass 9.00am CHURCH OF CHRIST Balaklava.................. 10.00am Community church Pinery...................... 10.00am LIGHTHOUSE Balaklava.................. 10.00am LUTHERAN Balaklava.................... 9.00am UNITING Mallala....................... 9.00am Two Wells.................10.30am Owen Comm............. 9.30am Hamley Bridge.......... 11.00am Windsor..................... 9.00am Balaklava......................9.30am Pt Wakefield.............. 10.30am Lochiel....................... 10.00am Nantawarra........ Comb. Lochiel Tarlee.......................... 9.15am

september 2 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........................6.00pm LIGHTHOUSE Balaklava.................. 10.00am LUTHERAN Auburn...................... 9.00am Balaklava................... 11.00am UNITING Mallala....................... 9.00am Two Wells.................10.30am Owen Comm............ 11.00am Hamley Bridge............9.15am Windsor..................... 9.00am Balaklava...................... 9.30am Pt Wakefield.............. 10.30am Nantawarra.................. 9.00am Lochiel........ Comb. Nantawarra Tarlee.......................... 9.15am

september 9 A.O.G./A.C.C. Balaklava.................. 10.00am Hamley Bridge...........6.00pm anglican Balaklava.................... 9.00am Hamley Bridge........... 9.30am (at Hospital) CATHOLIC CHURCH Balaklava............ Mass 9,00am Pt Wakefield..... Mass 10.30am CHURCH OF CHRIST Balaklava.................. 10.00am Community church Pinery........... 10.30am & 6pm Pinery closed, attend Gawler LIGHTHOUSE Balaklava.................. 10.00am LUTHERAN Balaklava...................10.00am UNITING Mallala....................... 9.00am Two Wells.................10.30am Owen Comm............. 9.30am Hamley Bridge........... 9.30am (at Hospital) Windsor..................... 9.00am Balaklava......................9.30am Pt Wakefield.............. 10.30am Lochiel....................... 10.00am Nantawarra........Comb. Lochiel Tarlee.......................... 9.15am

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Changes in the wind Snowtown has grown in popularity, adding an extra 212 people to it’s population over the past five years, according to the 2011 Census. In 2011 it was recorded there were 157 families, an average of 2.2 people per household, an average of 2.2 children per family and an average of 1.8 motor vehicles per dwelling. With the median age decreasing one year to 48 last year, this is reflected in the change in age groups, with the five to 14 age group rising three percent to 12.6 last year. The 65 and older group has decreased three per cent from 26.9 per cent recorded in 2006. Australians are on the rise in Snowtown, with the percentage of Australian-born residents increasing two per cent to 93.3 per cent last year. Also making up the population in 2011, were India, Netherlands and New Zealand each at 0.6 per cent and Croatia at 0.5 per cent. Religion is changing in Snowtown, with the no religion category rising three per cent to 26.1 per cent in 2011 while the

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SNOWTOWN Catholic religion has risen two per cent from 18.3 per cent five years ago. Pay packets have increased, with the average weekly individual wage rising $121 to $419 last year, however this is $158 less than the national average. Couples must have other things on their mind rather than starting families as the percentage of couples with kids has dropped six per cent to 35 per cent

Lochiel area shows population growth While the 2011 Census for Lochiel included Nantawarra, South Hummocks and Beaufort, and the 2006 Census did not, it still appears there has been an influx of people into the town, rising 194 people to 362 recorded last year. In 2011 it was recorded there were 105 families in Lochiel, an average of 2.4 people per household, an average of 1.8 children per family and an average of 2.4 vehicles per dwelling. Younger children seem to be on the rise with the zero to four age group rising eight per cent from six per cent in 2006, and the five to 14 age group rising six per cent to 14.3 per cent in 2011. With the younger trend slowly progressing, the median age in the town has dropped from 42 to 40 over the past five years. Australian-born residents are declining, with the percentage of Australian-born residents dropping five per cent to 84.5 per cent in 2011, with England making up 4.4 per cent and China, Germany, Iran and Malta each making up 0.8 per cent. More people are keeping their bibles closed as statistics reveal religion is on the down slide with the no religion category rising 11 per cent to 27.7 per cent in 2011, and the Uniting religion decreasing 17 per cent from 41.1 per cent in 2006.

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The average individual weekly wage has not risen significantly from 2006, only increasing by $18 to $388 which is $189 less than the national average. Statistics also show that the percentage of couples with children has decreased 14 per cent to 44.8 per cent and couples without kids has risen seven per cent from 6.5 per cent in 2006. Single parents also seem to be on the rise, increasing seven per cent to 13.3 per cent recorded last year. The cost of living has increased, with the median weekly rent going up $45 to $100 in 2011, however it is still $185 less than the national average. While rent has only slightly increased, the average monthly mortgage repayment has jumped to $608 from $475 in 2006. Despite this massive jump, more people have chosen to purchase a home over renting, with the percentage of people paying off a mortgage rising 18 per cent to 29.3 per cent, and the percentage of people renting decreasing 16 per cent from 38 per cent in 2006. Although not recorded in 2006, in 2011, 24.7 per cent of the Lochiel population were in an educational institution, of these 44.9 per cent were in primary school, 22.5 per cent in secondary school and 10.1 per cent in a tertiary or technical institution.

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last year. The number of single parents has also risen eight per cent to 15.3 per cent last year. The cost of rent hasn’t altered much over the past five years, only increased $20 to $120 last year, still $165 less than the national average of $285 per week. The average monthly mortgage repayment has also slightly changed, rising only $31 from $402 in 2006, however it is significantly less than the national average of $1800 per month. More people are renting in comparison to six years ago, rising nine per cent to 22.4 per cent last year, and the percentage of residents owning their house dropping three per cent from 50.5 per cent in 2006. Though not recorded in 2006, 22.7 per cent of Snowtown was in an educational institution in 2011. Of these, 43.2 per cent were in primary school, 22.3 per cent in secondary and 6.5 per cent in a tertiary or technical institution.

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email: louise@ plainsproducer.com.au Celebrating your 95th birthday is a special occasion, but marking this milestone with your twin sibling is even better. Balaklava’s Roma Read and her twin brother, Cliff Schultz, of Tanunda, could be the oldest living twins in South Australia after celebrating their 95th birthdays on July 26. It was claimed recently in The Advertiser identical twins Lucy Darling, of Adelaide and Mary Polkinghorne , of Crystal Brook, who turned 95 on August 8, were SA’s oldest twins. But it appears our local siblings have now claimed the title by 14 days! Roma and Cliff were born in 1917 and grew up on the family farm at Sedan. Their parents, Elsie and Heinrich (Harry), ran a mixed farm enterprise. Cliff has bragging rights as he was born first, but Roma ended up growing taller than him, so she says “that makes us even.” Two other siblings followed the twins, Betty who was five years younger, and Gordon 10 years younger. Roma left school after Year 7 to help on the family farm. She had wanted to continue high school at Nuriootpa but was needed at home. When she was 18, Roma’s younger sister left school and worked at home, enabling Roma to get a job in Angaston cutting apricots and working in the dried fruit sheds. She had various other jobs at Nuriootpa and Angaston, and then worked at Seppelts making citrus juice for US soldiers. Roma enjoyed this but when her sister mar-

ried and left the farm, Roma was required to go back home to help her mother. As fate would have it, going home meant Roma could go to dances in the Sedan hall. That was where she met her future husband, Les Read, and they married two years later. Brother Cliff had worked on the farm since completing Year 7, but joined the army from 1941-44. He returned home on compassionate leave when his father passed away in 1944 from complications from a work accident. That was a bad year cropwise as well. “The crops came up about two inches and then all died. It was a very bad year for the family,” Roma said.

n ROMA Read enjoys a bubbly on Mother’s Day and is pictured with brother Cliff at Tanunda on their 95th birthday. What is the secret to Roma’s longevity? Cliff stayed at home helping his mother “I try to keep a positive outlook.Don’t knock with the farm until 1953 when they sold up. Les and Roma had married in 1950 and had opportunities when they come along,” she said. Roma has had good health during her life, already moved away to Andrews, near Clare. Les was an agent for the Barley Board and but brother Cliff has had a tougher path. Cliff remains a bachelor and lives in the caretaker of the railway. They stayed there for seven years and had Tanunda Lutheran Nursing Home. Unfortunately he has a muscular disease children Helen and Peter while there. In 1958, the Reads moved to Balaklava, but which prevents him from getting out and about. Roma has kept her independence, driving no houses were for sale, so they had to rent. After a while, they managed to buy a house until she turned 93. She can now be seen drivin Fisher Street. Youngest son Brenton was born ing around the town on her gopher. Roma has six grandchildren, including one in Balaklava, which completed their family. In 1961, the family moved to Avon to share- set of twins. Cliff and Roma caught up with farm with a Pym family for the next nine years. each other In Tanunda for their 95th birthday. Roma also celebrated with all her children Then back to Balaklava where, once again, for her birthday. Peter and Helen had lunch no houses were available to buy. Eventually a house in Short Terrace popped with her at Greenwith, she then visited Cliff up and they lived there until Les passed away at Tanunda before it was back to Balaklava to in 1992. Roma stayed for another year but as visit Brenton and Anne that evening. Congratulations Roma and Cliff. We look the garden was too big to manage, moved into forward to your 100th! a small unit in Balaklava.

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n Lauren and Chris marry at Melrose – Former local girl and Plains Producer journalist, Lauren Parker, married Chris Johnson in the beautiful setting of Paradise Square in Melrose on Saturday, August 11. Friends and family then joined the couple for a casual reception at the North Star hotel. Lauren is the daughter of David and Jackie Parker of Pinery, and Chris is the son of Kelvin and Judy Johnson of Nepabunna. In the bridal party (from left) are Keralie Rayner, Lisa Redpath, Emma Parker, Lauren and Chris Johnson and Juan Long.

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n South American honeymoon – Kate and Michael Telfer returned home in January after an extended honeymoon in South America. The pair are pictured on their wedding day on Saturday, September 10, last year and at Machu Picchu, Peru, after making a four day hike along the Inca trail. They visited many countries, including Brazil, Chile and the Galapagos Islands. Kate is the daughter of Trevor and Janine, of South Hummocks and Michael is the son of Kathy and David, of Tumby Bay. They were married at Malvern Uniting Church. Pictured (from left) are Jessica Smith (maid of honour), Samuel Telfer (best man), Kate, Michael, Micah Blakey, Nikki Beall, Simon Jeisman and Karla Telfer.

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Sam in seventh heaven Stockport teenager, Sam Branson, had a terrific meet at the Swimming SA State 13-18 years Short Course (25m) Championships on August 10-12. Sam, 13, swam in 11 events in the 13 yr boys division, and finished with an amazing seven gold, three silver and one bronze medal. Ten out of his 11 swims were personal best times. Sam also recently spent a week in Sydney with the SA Secondary Schools Swim Team, and placed seventh and fifth re-

REPORT: Louise Michael spectively for his two favourite events, the 100m and 200m backstroke. A former Riverton Primary School and now Trinity College South student, Sam started his swimming training during summer months at Riverton when he was six, under the instruction of Pat Quick and Shirley Lands. Sam made the move to the indoor STARplex swimming complex at Gawler two years ago so he could train all year long.

On August 24-26, Sam will compete in the State Open Short Course Championships in Adelaide, where he will swim in nine events against swimmers of all ages. Sam has only been competing for a year but is making a big splash in the swimming circles. Sam said “The 2020 Olympics are a long term dream, but at the moment, my goal is to swim in the Australian open championships.” These will be held in April 2013 at the new SA Aquatic and Leisure Centre at Marion.

n Showing the form that saw her take out the subjunior Mallala Showjumping Club winter series is Jenny Turner, riding Bella. PHOTOS: BEC O’BRIEN

Two Wells sisters, Jenny (left) and Louise Turner, placed first and third respectively in Mallala Showjumping Club’s recent winter series.They are pictured with their horses Bella and Holly.

Sisters sit firmly in the saddle Two local riders have placed first and third in Mallala Showjumping Club’s recent winter series – and the pair are sisters. Two Wells residents, 10-year-old Jenny Turner and 12-year-old Lousie Turner, have both been riding since before they started school and their many years in the saddle have paid off. Jenny took out the sub-junior winter series showjumping competition on her mount, Bella, on Saturday July 30, and Louise, riding Holly, placed third. “I couldn’t believe it when I came first,” an excited Jenny said. “There’s so much training that we’ve put into Bella; for the first year I was on her she bucked me off every time. “And after two seasons of going and coming last, this has been so worth it.” This year was big sister Louise’s fourth year taking part in the competition. “It’s nice to have worked so hard for three years and to finally come a place,” Lousie said. “I am so proud of Jenny and would also like to say a big thanks to Mum and Dad for all their help and for everything they do.” Proud mum, Judy, taught the girls, as well as younger sister, Lauren, to ride, and enjoys watching them have fun with their horses. “It’s the first time they’ve started to become competitive,” Judy said. “It’s really exciting and satisfy-

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ing watching the kids out there and everything just came together for the girls this year.” The winter showjumping season runs from May to July and is held at the indoor Mallala Equestrian Centre. Events are run every second Sunday during this time, with riders accumulating points for each clear round ridden. The sub-junior winter series, for riders aged 12 and under, is designed for young horses and/or riders who are just beginning their showjumping careers and is a chance for participants to take advantage of advice from more senior riders and gain experience in the showjumping arena. Jenny won by one point from Troy Woollard, who rode Acheringa Allegro.

n LOUISE Turner, riding Holly, shows the style that placed her third.

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Hockey clare & districts

The last minor round games of hockey were played at Balaklava on Saturday. Under 14 Clare Donnybrook 3 def Clare Springstown 1 Goals: Don – James Forrest 2, Max Price; Spr – Mitchell Clarke. Best: Don – Fletcher Thomas, James Forrest, Max Price; Spr – Will Price, Etabez Donato, Mitchell Clarke. Balaklava 2 def Burra 0 Goals: Tim Goldney, Kilah Gates. Best: Bal – Riley Chapman, Tim Goldney, Tom Goldney; Bur – Sam Haddow, Cody Harbour, Nick Haddow. Under 17 Clare Donnybrook 3 def Clare Springstown 1 Goals: Don – Fletcher Thomas, Max Price, Imke Beythien; Spr – James Forrest. Best: Don: Josh Nourse, Josh Tilbrook, Jasmine Rokov; Spr – Tom Forrest, James Forrest, Etabez Donato. Burra 0 drew with Balaklava 0 Best: Bur – Lachie Haddow, Neil Maxted, Alex Catt; Bal – Headley

Greenshields, Brock Hamann, Ethan Gates. Men Clare Springstown 6 def Clare Donnybrook 0 Goals: Luke Burge 2, James Burge 2, Tom Forrest, Derek Upton. Best: Spr – James Burge, Matt Forrest, Derek Upton; Don– Bob Campbell, Matk Telfer, Mark Harvey. Riverton 2 def Balaklava 0 Goals: Aaron Desmet, Kelli Alm. Best: Riv – Tristan Chapman, Sam Haddow, Lachie Haddow; Bal – Lee Cunningham, Peter Shepherd, Matt Gates. Next week sees the 2012 finals series commence, with semi finals to be held at Clare. Semi finals Under 14 9.30 am: Balaklava (1) v Clare Donnybrook (2); Clare Springstown (3) v Burra (4) Under 17 11.15am: Balaklava (1) v Burra (2) Clare Donnybrook (3) v Clare Springstown (4) Men 1.30pm: Riverton (3) v Clare Donnybrook (4) 3.15pm: Clare Springstown (1) v Balaklava (2)

n Clare & Districts Hockey Association will be holding a silent auction for this signed (and framed) Kookaburras shirt, which was worn by five-time International player of the year, Jamie Dwyer. Bids can be made at Stanley Studios, were the shirt will be displayed, or by phone on 0417847971.

Plains Producer, Wednesday August 22, 2012

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after round 18 games A GRADE Team P W L D B FF F A % Pts Balaklava 15 12 3 0 2 0 1588 887 64.16 24 Two Wells 15 11 4 0 2 0 1815 865 67.72 22 Mallala 15 11 4 0 4 0 1367 869 61.14 22 Virginia 15 10 5 0 3 0 1401 1131 55.33 20 Hamley 15 3 11 1 3 0 1168 1824 39.04 7 United 15 3 11 1 3 0 856 1610 34.71 7 HW Eagles 16 2 14 0 2 0 739 1748 29.71 4 RESERVES Team P W L D B FF F A % Pts Balaklava 15 12 3 0 3 0 1223 701 63.57 24 Two Wells 15 11 4 0 3 0 1544 603 71.91 22 Virginia 15 10 5 0 2 0 1275 741 63.24 20 United 15 9 6 0 3 0 972 776 55.61 18 Mallala 15 8 7 0 3 0 972 775 55.64 16 Hamley 15 3 12 0 3 0 808 1184 40.56 6 HW Eagles 16 0 16 0 2 0 325 2339 12.20 0 SENIOR COLTS Team P W L D B FF F A % Pts Balaklava 15 13 2 0 3 0 1098 628 63.62 26 Two Wells 15 12 3 0 3 0 1230 725 62.92 24 Mallala 15 9 5 1 3 0 971 702 58.04 19 Virginia 15 9 5 1 3 0 980 784 55.56 19 Hamley 15 5 10 0 3 0 625 944 39.83 10 HW Eagles 16 4 12 0 2 0 857 1053 44.87 8 United 15 0 15 0 3 0 541 1466 26.96 0 JUNIOR COLTS Team P W L D B FF F A % Pts Balaklava 15 15 0 0 3 0 899 262 77.43 30 Two Wells 15 12 3 0 3 0 939 486 65.89 24 Mallala 15 11 4 0 3 0 648 332 66.12 22 United 15 7 8 0 3 0 583 721 44.71 14 HW Eagles 16 5 11 0 2 0 510 674 43.07 10 Hamley 15 2 13 0 3 0 389 918 29.76 4 Virginia 15 1 14 0 3 0 343 918 27.20 2

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n ram Stephen Papanotis marks in front of Rooster Bryce Hart during the A grade clash at Virginia on Saturday.

Roosters outpace Rams n adrian Mark flies to take a mark for Virginia, on the back of Two Wells opponent, Ben Spiteri.

after round 18 games A GRADE Pos Name 1 Glenn DAWSON - Balaklava 2 Brendon Niklaus - Virginia 3 Andrew HARDIMAN - Two Wells 4 Shane Hanson - Hamley 5 Jarred ALLMOND - Two Wells 6 Scott HAHN - Mallala 7 Matthew Bryant - HW Eagles 8 Nathan FLYNN - Hamley 9 Brian MONTGOMERY - Mallala 10 Lee ALLMOND - Two Wells RESERVES Pos Name 1 Justin Platt - Virginia 2 Ross COLEMAN - Two Wells 3 Derek TILLER - Mallala 4 Oren HEARNDEN - Balaklava 5 Michael CLIFFORD - Balaklava 6 Travis WAKE - Two Wells 7 Scott WISE - Two Wells 8 Michael WARNES - United 9 Terry LIOULIOS - Virginia 10 Cameron FELSTEAD - Virginia SENIOR COLTS Pos Name 1 Joshua BUTTERFIELD - Balaklava 2 Bradley CALVETT - Two Wells 3 Adam COE - Mallala 4 Hayden RAMSAY - Two Wells 5 Anton POGAS - Virginia 6 Lachlan GOSS - Two Wells 7 Tyson TEMBY - HW Eagles 8 Brad WILSON - Mallala 9 Jared PRATT - United 10 Brandon TAYLOR - HW Eagles JUNIOR COLTS Pos Name 1 Kyle GINIOTIS - Two Wells 2 Daniel COOMBE - United 3 Joshua STUDHAM - HW Eagles 4 Charlie ARBON - Balaklava 5 Dylan HOWELL - Mallala 6 Jacob BUTTERFIELD - Balaklava 7 Jake MICHAEL - Balaklava 8 Dillon MICHAEL - Balaklava 9 Samuel MICHAEL - Balaklava 10 Jake Ludewig - Two Wells

ThWk Year 0 71 5 71 3 47 6 45 0 40 0 39 0 36 1 30 0 28 0 28 ThWk Year 2 45 1 40 0 40 3 29 1 22 1 21 0 19 0 19 0 17 0 17 ThWk Year 2 51 0 50 0 43 3 36 4 36 2 26 3 26 0 25 4 22 0 20 ThWk Year 1 58 1 35 0 30 6 24 0 21 0 18 0 16 1 16 1 16 1 16

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n above: Ram Emmanuel Tsimiklis gets rough with Rooster Ryan McDonald, who scouts to see if the umpire is watching. n main image: Ram Ben Russell and Rooster Ned Seccafien tussle to get to the ball.

• From back page Two Wells coach, Mark Thomson, poured cold water on the issue. “It was just part of the game where both sides wanted to win,” he said. “We were proud of our group and the way they handled themselves in all aspects.” Aside from that, his team again showed why it is firming as flag favourites, converting a one goal, four behind start into 13 goals 10 and playing with dash and creativity. A strong part of that dash is Kahn Leighton, named best for the Roosters. Of the 13 games he has played this season, he has been in the best players 10 times, equal with Ned Seccafien as the most prolific at the club. “This year, he’s been pretty consistent,” Thomson said. “He just contributes each week.” Kahn’s brother, Tallan, has also been in great form since returning to the team a few weeks back. Tallan has found the

goals in the absence of Lee Allmond (hamstring) and as co-captain, he has also provided valuable leadership in the attacking half of the ground. “He’s another option for us and has been pretty good in a floating role up there,” Thomson said. Anthony Pontt also can’t force his way back into a defensive line-up that has only conceded nine goals at most from its past nine games. A win against Hamley Bridge this weekend would completely seal a second semi-final berth. “We won’t be taking them lightly as they’re the best team outside the top four,” Thomson said. “We’ll need to get on top of them early.” Virginia has United to deal with before it has a first semi-final encounter, likely to be Mallala at this stage, although a lot can happen on Saturday. “We’re going to need to improve and approach the game in the right frame of mind,” Phillips said. “We need to win for a start and regroup.”

n above: Eamon Fetherstonhaugh marks for Two Wells in front of Ram Lewis Bannear.

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Another Bombers win ANOTHER week, another milestone for Hamley Bridge, recording its second consecutiveAgrade victory on Saturday for the first time in about seven years. The 23-point win over United also lifted the club up to fifth spot on the ladder and guaranteed it won’t finish with the wooden spoon, an unwanted title it has held for seven years also. It did come at some cost, the Bombers losing defender, Angus Lemmon, to a knee injury early in the match along with several other niggles picked up during the game. More pain was also self-inflicted with the celebrations following the win, although that only emerged on a very slow Sunday. The undermanned Tiger outfit actually started the better of the two teams, leaping out to a handy 10-point buffer and looking the goods. They were widely regarded as underdogs without the likes of Josh Tynan, Peter Valle and most importantly, ruckman Will Banton. United coach, Travis Opitz, was impressed with his team’s effort. “We didn’t play too badly considering the injuries we’ve had,” he said. “We were closing a bit in the last quarter and I thought if we kicked one more goal, they would have started worrying.” That extra goal never came though, Hamley Bridge putting the game beyond doubt not long after the Tigers challenged. “The third quarter, they played quite well and used the ball beautifully,” Opitz conceded. Despite the loss, Opitz was content with the endeavour from the Tigers. “During the year, when the going got tough our resolve got tested,” he said. There was no sign of dropping heads and diminishing efforts on the

n ‘can’t Cook’ chef, Hamley Bridge’s Newton Lines, busy at the barbecue.

n hamley Bridge senior colts Ayden Poulton (left) and Tyler Darwin celebrate the Bombers’ second win for the season on Saturday, as Tiger Harry Hosking hangs his head in disappoinment.

REPORT: Les Pearson weekend though. “Not at all, we were always in with a sniff,” Opitz said. Shane Hanson proved to be the winning edge for Hamley Bridge, booting six goals for the game. Jack Chapman had started on Hanson but once Opitz shifted veteran, Mark Pym, to him, the forward was forced to earn every single kick. Heath Pym, as always, showed class in the midfield and also bagged three goals. “He was magnificent and his last-minute decisions were brilliant,”

Opitz said. “It’s been a bit of a frustrating year for him but he keeps trying all game.” Youngster, Ross Sharer, also had a great game across the half back flank. “He has huge potential, so hopefully he can string a bit of consistency together,” Opitz said. “Some take a little longer than others, so with a little more time, I think he will be really, really good.” Bombers coach, Ash Barnett, also credited the Tigers for their competitiveness. “They played alright actually,” he said. “With Banton out, I thought we were going to get on top in the middle.” His team welcomed ruckman,

Justin Schahinger, back from North Adelaide Lachy Norman was another handy inclusion in the midfield. Barnett said Lemmon’s injury was a tough break for one of his more consistent players. “He’s just developed really well this season but for it to happen at this stage of the season is pretty disappointing,” he said. Midfielder, Craig Taylor, also survived a knee injury scare when he landed awkwardly. At half time, things weren’t looking promising for Hamley. “I just reminded them we had the opportunity to win two in a row and even up the score from the close games against them earlier in the year,” Barnett said. Captain, Craig Young, led from the front all day and helped turn the

match his team’s way. “He had a sensational third quarter where he took six marks in about three or four minutes,” Barnett said. “His experience has been handy this year, especially at training.” Kirk Heberle (four goals) was also used in several different roles before finishing up forward. Defender, Ash Natt, was also solid on United forward, James Rundle (two goals). After using almost 50 senior players through the A grade team this year, the achievement of fifth spot on the table could be seen as a vast improvement on previous years but the reality is, the Bombers only won three games, drawing one. Barnett had mixed feelings about it. “Whether that’s a pass mark or not is hard to judge,” he said. A couple of close losses midway through the year would certainly have made the difference had the result been reversed. The Bombers now face a flying Two Wells at the peak of its powers. “We’ll be up against it because they are the form side of the competition at the moment,” Barnett said. “It would be nice to finish on a good note.”

Final score hamley bridge 15.12 (102) d united tigers 12.7 (79) Goals: Hamley - S.Hanson 6, K.Heberle 4, V.Thach 2, C.Taylor 1, R.Darwin 1, N.Flynn 1 United - H.Pym 3, J.Rundle 2, A.Fleming 2, S.Schulz 1, A.Mansfield 1, A.Mills 1, A.Pratt 1, M.Brown 1

n above: Tiger Jared East defends as Bomber Kynon Hewitt kicks away. n right: Matt Starr, United handballs away before a tackle by Hamley’s Darren Eastwood. n left: Bomber Jed Eastwood is ready to punch away from Tiger Clinton Jenkin. Plains Producer, Wednesday August 22, 2012

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A Grade

Balaklava HW Eagles

3.1 7.3 7.6 8.12 (60) 1.3 1.4 1.5 2.5 (17)

Two Wells Virginia

4.4 2.1

Goals: Balaklava - L.Michael 3, M.Doherty 2, J.McPharlin 1, T.McPharlin 1, H.Walker 1 HW Eagles - R.Reid 1, T.Thiele 1 Best: Balaklava - H.Walker, L.Pearson, C.Ruiz, M.Doherty, L.Michael, T.McPharlin HW Eagles - T.Thiele, T.Twelftree, S.Baker, M.Higgs, D.Guthberg, D.Cicolella

6.7 3.1

10.8 6.3

13.10 9.5

(88) (59)

Goals: Two Wells - A.Hardiman 3, T.Leighton 3, A.Pontt 2, K.Leighton 2, B.Spiteri 1, S.Barker 1, T.Markou 1 Virginia B.Niklaus 5, A.Bascombe 1, M.Sajewicz 1, C.James 1, B.Russel 1 Best: Two Wells - K.Leighton, A.Hardiman, B.Hart, B.Spiteri, N.Seccafien, A.Pontt Virginia - C.James, J.Denengelse, A.Mark, B.Russel, B.Niklaus, T.Wilkey

Hamley Bridge 3.3 4.6 12.11 15.12 (102) United 4.1 6.4 8.5 12.7 (79)

Goals: Hamley - S.Hanson 6, K.Heberle 4, V.Thach 2, C.Taylor 1, R.Darwin 1, N.Flynn 1 United - H.Pym 3, J.Rundle 2, A.Fleming 2, S.Schulz 1, A.Mansfield 1, A.Mills 1, A.Pratt 1, M.Brown 1 Best: Hamley - C.Young, L.Slok, K.Heberle, A.Natt, S.Hanson, D.Norman United - R.Sharer, H.Pym, M.Brown, B.Shimmin

Balaklava HW Eagles

Reserves

3.1 6.6 8.6 9.12 (66) 0.2 1.4 3.4 3.4 (22)

Senior Colts

Balaklava HW Eagles

6.3 8.5 10.9 12.9 1.1 2.5 4.8 8.10

(81) (58)

Virginia Two Wells

2.0 5.2 8.2 11.3 (69) 3.1 4.1 7.1 9.3 (57)

Goals: Balaklava - J.Butterfield 2, J.Taylor 2, Z.Scholz 2, C.Arbon 1, R.Doherty 1, R.Logan 1, J.Michael 1, C.McPharlin 1, T.Michael 1 HW Eagles - T.Temby 3, T.Williams 3, J.Zilm 1, J.Appleby 1 Best: Balaklava - J.Harkness, B.Krieg, T.Michael, R.Harris, R.Logan, J.Speissegger HW Eagles - J.Appleby, J.Alsop, T.Williams, T.Temby, B.Taylor, C.Veitch Goals: Virginia - A.Pogas 4, T.Smith 3, B.Galic 1, J.Cannard 1, T.Collins 1, C.Stronach 1 Two Wells - H.Ramsay 3, J.Henneker 3, L.Goss 2, S.Stanley 1 Best: Virginia - A.Pogas, A.Hansen, R.Saunders, M.Musolino, S.Peter, C.Stronach Two Wells H.Gameau, J.McLennan, Jack Henneker, Shannon Slattery, Blake Catanzariti, William Hart

Hamley Bridge 2.3 3.7 5.13 8.16 United 2.1 5.3 7.5 8.8

(64) (56)

Goals: Hamley - T.Darwin 2, D.Collings 1, A.Poulton 1, J.McCauleyHall 1, S.Collings 1, J.Wedding 1, S.Rosenzweig 1 United - J.Pratt 4, D.Coombe 2, H.Hosking 1, C.Sharer 1 Best: Hamley - J.Wedding, D.Poulton, S.Collings, T.Darwin, C.Shanahan, J.Watson United C.Lee-Chapman, K.McArdle, W.Bedell, J.Pratt, C.Sharer, H.Hosking

Junior Colts

Balaklava HW Eagles

5.2 10.4 10.4 10.4 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.16

(64) (16)

Goals: Virginia - J.Versari 4, J.Platt 2, R.Desmond 1, A.Seccafien 1, C.Campbell 1 Two Wells - L.Franklin 2, T.Brown-Pichugin 2, T.Wake 1, S.Goode 1, R.Coleman 1, P.Seccafien 1 Best: Virginia J.Versari, C.Mylonopoulos, C.Felstead, A.Seccafien, S.Stubbings, S.Boitcheff Two Wells - D.Hardiman, M.Glancey, S.Wise, D.Coats, T.Brown-Pichugin

Two Wells Virginia

6.1 0.0

(71) (23)

Goals: United - M.Starr 4, D.Carter 2, T.Stephens 2, H.Hosking 1, M.Goodwin 1, A.Bennett 1 Hamley - A.Poulton 1, A.Baker 1, J.Eastwood 1, S.Gregory 1, J.Peters 1 Best: United - T.Stephens, C.Jenkin, M.Starr, A.Sharman, J.Crosbie, H.Hosking Hamley J.Eastwood, S.Gregory, D.Crispe, P.Burman, J.Peters, A.Hallett

Hamley Bridge 1.2 4.3 5.3 7.4 (46) United 1.1 3.3 4.6 5.11 (41)

Goals: Balaklava - O.Hearnden 3, T.Zerk 2, L.Simon 2, C.Marshall 1, M.Clifford 1 HW Eagles - Z.Zilm 1, C.Price 1, J.Jenkins 1 Best: Balaklava - L.Williams, A.Williams, T.Zerk, L.Simon, G.Willmer, K.Ruiz HW Eagles - D.Wright, B.Manners, J.Cook, B.Rowe, J.Jenkins

Virginia Two Wells

4.4 3.2

4.8 4.3

8.9 6.5

9.9 8.8

United 1.6 7.7 8.12 11.17 Hamley Bridge 2.1 4.4 5.5 5.6

(63) (56)

Goals: Balaklava - C.Arbon 6, D.Michael 1, T.Lane 1, T.Scholz 1, S.Michael 1 HW Eagles - No Goals Kicked Best: Balaklava - J.Michael, C.Arbon, J.Wehr, T.Scholz, D.Michael, B.Chapman HW Eagles - J.Studham, S.Cullen, D.Irrgang, N.Studham, T.Moulds, J.Lu

(83) (36)

Goals: Two Wells - L.Billington 2, N.Barnett 2, J.Stankevicius 1, J.Ludewig 1, K.Giniotis 1, B.Streeter 1, M.McFarlane 1, B.Manning 1, L.Barnett 1 Virginia - Not Supplied Best: Two Wells - L.Barnett, L.Billington, J.Humphrys, N.Barnett, J.Ludewig, J.Gameau Virginia - J.Patrick, A.Hollands, J.Ranaldo, J.Tipouikidis, C.Marrone, A.Kennison

7.5 0.2

11.5 1.2

11.5 1.17

Goals: Hamley - L.Ellis 3, O.Barnett 1, T.Damiani 1, S.McCabe 1, A.Hudson 1 United - E.Pepe 2, D.Coombe 1, N.McArdle 1, J.Zeidas 1 Best: Hamley - C.Buckby, L.Ellis, K.Rosenzweig, L.Rose, B.Congdon, L.Collings United - N.McArdle, D.Coombe, R.Curnow, E.Pepe, C.Lane, T.Gameau

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BBH South Clare

A Grade

4.3 0.0

9 .3 2.1

11.5 7 .1

11.8 11.3

(74) (69)

D.Fogden, B.Garrard, C.Gerhardy, M.Hadley Blyth/Snow T.Michael, R.Wandel, L.Hewett, R.Baxter, D.Stringer, M.Wilkinson

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Goals: BBH - D.Schell 4, B.Wall 2, D.Reed 2, T.Riggs, J.Schuppan, S.Connell South Clare - M.Stone 3, H.Ward 2, C.Sommerville 2, M.Reynolds 2, A.Heinrich, D.Minney Best: BBH - M.Hall, P.Mann, T.Allen, J.Lynch, T.Riggs, T.Dalla South Clare - W.Hutchinson, M.Leibelt, B.Murphy, C.Sommerville, M.Vandeleur, A.Crolla

BBH South Clare

0.1 7.3

0.2 15.5

0.6 2.9 22.8 27 .11

Goals: North Clare - T.Pawley 3, J.Akermanis 3, N.Prokopec 2, S.Jamieson 2, T.Moten 2, C.Jaeschke, D.Ellis, J.Pritchard BSR - P.Wright 3, N.Hayes 2, S.Hayes 2, T.Weckert, B.Pilkington, C.Burgess, C.Weckert Best: North Clare - A.Amey, R.Moulds, T.Pawley, D.Ellis, C.Jaeschke, S.Jamieson BSR - S.Goss, A.Mackenzie, T.Weckert, S.Martin, N.Hayes, S.Roberts

North Clare BSR

1.1 2.0

3.4 2.5

8.4 4.7

11.10 6.7

(76) (43)

Eud/Rtown RSMU

2.1 4.0

7.2 5.0

9.3 5.0

13.4 6.1

(82) (37)

Min/Man Blyth/Snow

2.0 2.0 3.0 3.0 3.7 11.16 17.20 23.27

(18) (165)

North Clare BSR

Eud/Rtown RSMU

4.2 3.1

1.3 3.4

8.5 4.3

3.5 9.5

12.10 15.14 6.4 11.6

8.6 10.8

11.8 14.14

(104) (72)

(74) (98)

Goals: Eud/Rtown - D.Button 2, D.Blumson 2, K.Dunstan, D.Reese, J.Michalk, M.Zerner, K.Schulz, T.Baker, R.Prior RSMU - T.Willmott 3, P.Clark 2, K.Hart 2, B.Mitchell 2, L.Percy, J.Vandeleur, S.Noack, D.Flavel, J.Cadzow Best: Eud/Rtown - R.Prior, C.Ah Chee, C.Voigt, D.Blumson, G.Laucke, J.Schutz RSMU - K.Hart, D.Flavel, Z.Hier, B.Mitchell, L.Percy

Min/Man Blyth/Snow

3.3 3.1

4.5 4.5

9.7 4.6

11.11 6.6

(77) (42)

Goals: Min/Man - A.Ackland 3, B.Sandow 2, N.Forrest, R.McDermid, B.Bryksy, D.Haynes, B.Kerslake, S.Gibson Blyth/ Snow - J.Gillings, S.Atkinson, A.Hentschke, R.Darling, M.Atkinson, S.Clifford Best: Min/Man - B.Ross, B.Bryksy, M.Lawrie, R.Mcdermid, M.Young, B.Sandow Blyth/Snow - K.Kennett, G.Ottens, S.McCormack, J.Cook, N.McCormack, N.Zweck

B Grade

BBH South Clare

4 .6 1.2

8.12 12.16 17.18 3.3 3 .5 6.6

(120) (42)

North Clare BSR

2.1 2 .3

3.9 2.4

6.12 4.5

7.13 5 .8

(55) (38)

Eud/Rtown RSMU

1.3 3.2

2.6 5.4

3.10 6.4

7.14 7.5

(56) (47)

Goals: BBH - G.Thompson 8, S.Rayson 2, S.Mccarthy 2, J.Edwards, T.Noakes, M.Cousins, S.Tohl, J.McArdle South Clare - J.Dunstan 2, S.Minney, G.Colbert, J.Haysman, A.Gill Best: BBH - G.Thompson, K.Harvey, T.Martin, M.Kellock, S.Kellock, C.Lynch South Clare G.Colbert, A.Gill, P.Cutting, H.Carracher, R.O’Neill, T.Dunstan

Goals: North Clare - N.Jones, M.Dopson, S.Jaeschke, D.Smith, M.Hartwig, M.Makin, R.Higgins BSR - P.Meyer, T.Stephenson, N.Krieg, B.Jones, K.Burgess Best: North Clare - D.Smith, B.Smith, M.Hartwig, M.Makin, B.Kutcher, T.Siv BSR - T.Stephenson, N.Bruce, B.Justin, P.Meyer, A.Mellow, B.Jones Goals: Eud/Rtown - S.Schutz 2, C.Hoffmann, S.Waldhuter, J.Mader, S.Geister, C.Caven RSMU - D.Busch 2, J.Rainsford 2, C.Percy, A.Power, R.Rayson Best: Eud/Rtown - J.Mader, J.Van Den Ham, S.Geister, K.McLean, R.Reese RSMU - D.Schulz, C.Percy, F.Mcinerney, J.Rainsford, M.McInerney

Min/Man Blyth/Snow

4.3 1.0

4.6 5 .4

6.6 8.5

8.8 8.8

(56) (56)

Goals: Min/Man - D.Fogden 2, L.Milburn 2, J.Nicholls, C.Gerhardy, S.Willmott, B.Garrard Blyth/Snow - L.Hewett 5, M.Thomas, B.Dohnt, S.Dohnt Best: Min/Man - M.Phillips, T.Nicholls,

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n on the run: Balaklava mini colts footballer, Karl Binka, runs with the ball during Saturday’s match at Lochiel, while his Hummocks-Watchman Eagles opponent, Nic Watson, gives chase. They are watched by umpire, Tim Moulds. PHOTO: LOUISE MICHAEL

Goals: BBH - C.Gove, B.Radford South Clare - P.Von Heythmanck 15, M.Gall 4, A.Falconer 2, N.Duran 2, T.Nield, B.Day, J.Wallent, J.Pearse Best: BBH - A.Klinger, A.Lindner, B.Radford, L.Roth, T.Wiech, C.Gove South Clare - P.Von Heythmanck, R.Boylan, M.Jarvis, J.Wallent, J.Pearse, M.Gall Goals: North Clare - T.O’Sullivan 4, S.Channon 3, D.Brown 2, R.Laidlaw, K.Dreckow BSR - R.Fitzgerald 2, T.Slade 2, J.Hayes, B.Welke Best: North Clare - A.Norton, D.Brown, J.Brown, B.Fischer, B.Laidlaw, S.Channon BSR - J.Hayes, D.Hayes, R.Fitzgerald, T.Slade, L.Hayes, J.Weckert Goals: Eud/Rtown - B.Launer 7, M.Neville 3, I.Blumson, C.Reese, T.Lewis RSMU - J.Bowden 2, B.Heffernan 2, J.Talbot, J.Connell Best: Eud/Rtown - E.Dunstan, B.Coe, M.Neville, J.Leditschke, B.Launer RSMU - J.Vater, A.Wilson, J.Tucker, J.Bowden, L.Michalanney, B.Sutton Goals: Min/Man - T.Milburn, M.Wells, M.Hogben Blyth/Snow - T.Eime 6, L.Ashby 5, D.Underdown 3, Z.Bennett 2, D.Giles 2, A.Giles, N.Schultz, T.Salter, T.Norton, B.Stirling Best: Min/Man - A.Richards, T.Pittaway, T.Milburn, L.Smith, J.Couzner Blyth/ Snow - T.Salter, L.Ashby, J.Andriske, T.Eime, C.Walkley, A.Giles

BBH South Clare

Junior Colts 0.0 6.8

0.0 10.8

0.0 12.8

0.2 14.8

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Goals: BBH - No Goals Kicked South Clare - B.Dinning 4, B.Pearse 3, B.Day 2, T.Nield, A.Dare, L.McNeil, L.Benda, B.Pese Best: BBH - C.Noakes, T.Dullaway, B.Kleinig, R.Webster, J.Lines, C.Jones South Clare - T.Nield, M.Jarvis, B.Day, B.Dinning, B.Pearse, T.Hooper

North Clare BSR

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2.2 5.7

2.2 8.11

3.4 11.13

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0.0 5.0

0 .0 5.9

0.0 8.10

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Goals: North Clare - S.Channon, J.King, D.Garrard BSR - I.Moller 3, W.Longmire 3, L.Wilsdon 2, M.Longbottom, J.Lee, A.Morgan Best: North Clare - J.King, B.Cross, S.Channon, N.Francis, D.Gogoll, J.King BSR - A.Krieg, J.Lee, D.Goss, M.Longbottom, L.Wilsdon, B.MacFarlane Goals: Eud/Rtown - No Goals Kicked RSMU - A.Clarke 4, X.Redden 3, J.Turney 2, C.Dunn, L.Trowse Best: Eud/Rtown - J.Simper, J.Steinborner, T.Kleinig, A.Nietschke, B.Launer RSMU - X.Redden, C.Dunn, M.Connell, A.Clarke, C.Behn, J.Turney

Min/Man Blyth/Snow

0.0 3.3

1.0 4.4

1.0 8.5

1.0 10 .10

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SPORT v Football

Peckers win ugly contest Final score balaklava 8.12 (60) d hw eagles 2.5 (17) Goals: Balaklava - L.Michael 3, M.Doherty 2, J.McPharlin 1, T.McPharlin 1, H.Walker 1 HW Eagles - R.Reid 1, T.Thiele 1

REPORT: Les Pearson IF the length of a match report were based on the spectacle of the game, then Saturday’s contest between HummocksWatchman Eagles and Balaklava would barely be worthy of having the scores printed. That assessment may be a little harsh but it would ring true for those hundreds who sat through a cold, wet afternoon for little reward. On a positive note, the Eagles were plucky and determined to not let the game open up, which would have played into the hands of the Peckers. Despite Tim Theile getting on the scoreboard early for HWE, Balaklava took control of the quarter and slammed on three of its own before adding another four unanswered goals in the second quarter. Once the rain came with about 10 minutes to play in the second term, whatever entertainment value in the match was

suddenly washed away as both sides struggled to score. Both teams kicked one goal for the remainder of the match in the slippery conditions and they came in the last quarter, to Bronx cheers from both players and spectators. Ryan Reid snapped a well-earned goal for the Eagles from about 40 metres out, while Lachy Michael (three goals) kicked the Peckers’one major for the half after marking in the goal square. HWE coach, Nathan Young, said his team executed its game plan well. “We wanted to create a lot more contests and ball ups, around two or three in a row and get our numbers around the ball,” he said It resulted in a scrappy game but enabled the Eagles to keep the scoreboard close. “It was good because it can be hard when you’ve got nothing to play for but it was our last game of the year, we didn’t have much

n minis action: Ben Mellow, Balaklava and Sharni Rowland, Hummocks-Watchman Eagles, chase the footy during the minis match at Lochiel on Saturday. PHOTO: LOUISE MICHAEL to lose so I was delighted we put in a good showing,” he said. Sam Baker was often at the bottom of the pack for the Eagles. “He’s played there a few times this year and with his bigger body, he gets a good run at the footy, a bit like a line backer,”

Young said. “Tim Thiele was very good in the middle and Todd Twelftree was great as well.” Balaklava coach, Stuart Lamond, felt the result was all that really mattered. “From our point of view, we were happy to

get the two points so I wasn’t worried with how much,” he said. “We went in seven goals to one up at half time, which was good and we were looking like coming away with a big win. “They really flooded around the ball and in our forward line and with

the conditions, it wasn’t a day where you could use your skills. “It happened to be a real slog-fest in the end.” The Peckers only added one goal and nine behinds after half time. “It wasn’t ideal but I reckon a lot of them may have been rushed,” Lamond said. Hayden Walker put in another cracker in both ruck, the forward line and across the midfield, while youngster, Chad Ruiz, put in a stellar performance on the wing. “He’s starting to string some good games together, which is good for us as he has really improved with his marking and ability to find the footy,” Lamond said. Lachy Michael also showed some good in attack. “He’s played forward the last few weeks and shown his ability up there,” Lamond added. Full forward, Glenn Dawson, was rested for the week. “He’s had a bit of a niggle so we didn’t play him and with the slippery conditions, it was probably ideal, so he’ll come back in this week,” Lamond said. Mallala ventures up to Ralli Park this week and presents as a stern challenger for the flag.

‘Belter’ battle of the birds Balaklava v Mallala

PENDING an absolute disaster against Mallala, Balaklava should be safe in the top two come Saturday afternoon. The Magpies would need to beat the Peckers by about 100 points to leap into contention for the double chance. While unlikely, it is not impossible and undoubtedly, that is exactly what Mallala would be ultimately aiming for should things go decidedly its way this weekend at Ralli Park. After the week off, the Magpies should be fresh as daisies and with spring approaching, it is the season for the black and white birds. Senior players such as Jason Earl, Brad Hardie, James Wildbore, Rob Montgomery, Christian Rimmer and Scott Hahn will all be well rested, while star midfielder, Joel Montomerie, would have relished the break. Montgomerie invariably plays Balaklava pretty well, delighting in the ground’s open expanses. He will need close checking from the Peckers midfield, who are more than aware of his ability. Balaklava’s Aaron Cocks made a successful return to the team last week and will be better for the run. He also learned the hard way what a steak sandwich tastes like on the way back up. Glenn Dawson will be a handy inclusion into the Peckers forward line and Jason Henderson should slot nicely into the back six. Goal sneak, Ryan McPharlin, could be another week away after injuring his knee about six weeks ago. We should see two finals bound teams at nearly full strength this weekend, so expect an absolute belter.

Two Wells v Hamley Bridge

WHAT does Two Wells do this week? With the top two spot probably sewn up,

The Magpies have been steadily regaining players over the past few weeks. “It’s good to play a team in the top four, so we’ll be expecting a finals-type intensity as it is a warm-up to the finals,” Lamond said. “We just need to come out and beat them really. “We know they’re a good side and we’ll certainly respect them.” With the bye this week, the Eagles’ season is now over. Young, who also led the team last year, will step aside from the role. “I’m not going on as it was hard enough with the family this year but I really enjoyed it,” he said. “It’s just time for a fresh face at the club.” He tipped Baker as a good shot at the club best and fairest award. “He’s done a lot of big jobs for us this year and had a good run in the midfield too,” Young said. “He’ll give it a fair shake.” Todd Twelftree and Shaun Light were also in the frame. Rumours Reid may have played his final A grade for the club were squashed as well. “He’s too young to retire,” Young laughed.

before the bounce Round 19 APFL preview with Les Pearson does it rest a few players ahead of the finals or use it as a precursor to an assault at the flag? The options are there, given an injury this weekend could be disastrous to the Roosters chances and a number of players have struggled with soft tissue concerns this year. Tallan Leighton is one, who has battled a suspect hamstring for the past two seasons at least and is at last finding his feet again. Lee Allmond would be a chance to be in this week after missing the last three matches, also with a hamstring injury, while ruckman, Simon Feast, is extremely unlikely to play this weekend, still nursing his hamstring concern. Throw in Brice Hart’s troublesome knee and JarredAllmond’s ankle complaint, there’s some cause for concern there. That said, the team has been playing beautifully, even without some key contributors and walking on eggshells is just tempting fate really. For Hamley Bridge, James Sullivan should make a return to the team but there could be some important omissions from last week’s team that played United. The Bombers might struggle to cover the depth of the Roosters. In more positive news, the club has resigned assistant player-coach, Kirk Heberle, while Valor Thach, who might push the best and fairest this year, has also put pen to paper with Hamley. The club is working on signing other players and believes it is close to doing so. Ruckman, Justin Schahinger, could be another bonus for the Bombers next year, although that decision is also yet to be finalised.

Plains Producer, Wednesday August 22, 2012

United v Virginia

VIRGINIA would be seething about the weekend’s loss to rivals, Two Wells, and will be out for redemption. Unfortunately for United, struggling for fit players lately, the Rams are coming to Long Plains on Saturday. Virginia full forward, Brendon Niklaus, will be out to win another leading goal kicker award and after bags of seven and eight goals against the Tigers so far this season, another big haul is on the cards. Both Niklaus and Balaklava’s Glenn Dawson are level on 71 goals each for the year. The Rams were without defenders, Nathan Warren and Daniel Kerr, on the weekend and should be back to take on United. The Tigers have injury concerns of their own to worry about, key midfielders, Brad Shimmin and Mikey Brown, in doubt after picking up knocks against Hamley Bridge. This would severely deplete the Tigers’ midfield and perhaps once again force coach, Travis Opitz, into pulling on the boots once more. As for some juicy gossip, the club is hopeful of reclaiming midfielder, Dylan Gillies, for next season. Gillies ventured back to his home club on Yorke Peninsula this year but still comes back to Long Plains occasionally and regularly catches up with his former team mates. Opitz also talks of the dire need for a strong key forward (with all due respect to James Rundle) and the Tigers should be in the market come the silly season.

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SPORT v Netball

Hamley girls lucky to win Courtside with Merridy Manuel The most exciting game on the weekend was at Hamley, with Long Plains almost sneaking a win over the second ranked Bomberettes. Longies were ahead by two goals at the first break, with Hamley chipping back in the second and third quarters to draw level by three quarter time. The Long Plains girls couldn’t quite hold on, and Hamley snuck in two extra goals in the last term to win 54 to 52. It was a high scoring game with both shooters dominating the scoring for both teams. Jane McBride shot 46 of Longies’ 52 goals, and Amber Rogers shot 39 out of 54 for Hamley. But it was the wing attacks that caught the umpires’ attention with Tori Doherty, Long Plains and Sarah Koch, Hamley,taking best on court for their teams. Long Plains coach, Josie McArdle was pleased with the efforts of her team. “The girls worked really hard in defence to help curb the flow to the tall Hamley GS, Amber Rogers,” commented Josie. “This pressure helped our GK, Emma Laintoll,

n hamley bridge coach, Lee Barnett attempts to intercept a pass to Long Plains GA, Alicia Sharman in the A1 game. gain some telling intercepts in the first half. “We had our opportunities to get in front in the last quarter, but bad passing let us down. “So close and yet so far!” Josie also commended WD Shelley Tynan and C Leah Tynan’s hard work through the centre, Alicia Sharman’s work off the ball and Shae Walker’s defence at GD. Hummocks invincible It was another consolidating win for Hummocks. It’s form seems to get better every week. A disappointing result

for Balaklava, however, who needed this win to secure fourth spot. The teams started goal for goal in the first quarter but then Hummocks took over, scoring an extra nine in the first quarter. They extended their lead by a further 12 goals

in second quarter, keeping Balak to just three to their 15. Balaklava came back strongly in the third but Hummocks outscored them by six. The final quarter was similar to the third, leaving Balak trailing by 35, 61 to 26.

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Results of Adelaide Plains Netball Association matches played on Saturday A1: Two Wells 60 (Nicole Darling) def Virginia 41 (Sophie Fimmano). Hummocks 61 (Samantha Nicholls) def Balaklava 26 (Lauren Michael). Hamley Bridge 54 (Sarah Koch) def Long Plains 52 (Tori Doherty). A2: Balaklava 31 (Tenaya Renshaw) def Hummocks 29 (Jessica Angel). Hamley Bridge 53 (Jodie Grantham) def Long Plains 36 (Nicole Sobey). A3: Two Wells 44 (Leah Clifton) def Mallala Away 39 (Ashleigh Leonello). Balaklava 58 (Ciara Guy) def Hummocks 43 (Debra Davey). Long Plains 54 (Amy Daniel) def Hamley Bridge 36 (Kate Smith). A4: Two Wells 53 (Lisa Cocks) def Virginia 33 (Melissa Warren). Balaklava 47 (Ellie Reusch) def Hummocks 32 (Jessica Hoepner). Long Plains 48 (Rosemary McDonald) def Hamley Bridge 39 (Corrine Ammerlaan). A5: Two Wells 36 (Emily Stinger) def Virginia 30 (Tegan Clovell). Hummocks 47 (Jenny Young) def Balaklava 26 (Alex Wehr). Long Plains 30 (Dayna Heaft) def Hamley Bridge 23 (Bethany Packer). B: Balaklava Away 32 (Stacey Faehrmann) def Two Wells 26 (Renee Cameron). Hamley Bridge 55 (Kiraleigh Hewitt) def Long Plains 20 (Georgia McArdle). Hummocks 25 (Kimberley Pycroft) def Balaklava 20 (Alex Wehr). C1: Balaklava 24 (Lisa Burman) def Hummocks 12 (Haylee Studham). Hamley Bridge 72 (Amy McCabe) def Long Plains 5 (Catelyn Harkness). C2: Hamley Bridge 55 (Kimberley Sellars) def Long Plains 20 (Tahneil McArdle). Balaklava 65 (Madison Bond) def Hummocks 1 (Olivia Carslake). Two Wells 14 (Tayla Southwell) def Virginia 10 (Mechaela Segvlin).

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Balaklava coach Tess Pollard said, “All quarters were much the same. “We could match them for a part of a quarter, but not a full 15 minutes.” Tess gave credit to Hummocks’ speed and commitment and said their pressure right down the court wore Balak down, capitalising on every error made. Lauren Michael won best for Balaklava. Hummocks coach Sam Nicholls was happy with her girls, especially considering it was the first time they had played with Christie Gowans, who filled in for Kelli Blakely at WA. “We put a lot of pressure on the younger Balak team and caused many turnovers,” commented Sam. “The most spectacular passage of play was from Tegan Nottle who took a pass, was falling

out of court, but somehow managed to throw it up and through the ring!” Nifty work Tegan. Sam won best player for her team but attributed it to being on the end of some great passages of play. It was also wonderful the Hummocks and Balaklava netball clubs came together on Saturday, wearing pink ribbons in memory of Sharon Hoepner. Hummocks also raised $850 from their trading table, which will go to the Cancer Council. Two Wells steady and solid Playing inside at Virginia on Saturday, the Two Wells girls didn’t skip a beat. Impressive, considering they utilized some of their young and upcoming A2 players, namely Sharni Kent, Stephanie Agnello and Rhiannon Wendland.

Two Wells coach Stacey Gameau was impressed with the way Nicole Darling and Trisha Beer combined in goals. “It was a confidence lifting match, which will place us in good stead for our tough match next week against Hamley,” said Stacey. Two Wells GK injured her finger in third quarter which caused the team to rearrange, but this didn’t effect their performance. Virginia coach Shelley Williemsen was pleased with how her girls faired, especially considering their last encounter with Two Wells, where they lost by 60. It must have been a great tussle between Virginia GD Sophie Fammano and Two Wells GA Nicole Darling, who both won best for the match. Next week: There are a couple of interesting clashes leading into finals this weekend. Most significant is the fight for fourth place between Mallala and Balaklava at Balaklava. Closely rivalling this is the clash between Hamley and Two Wells, second and third seeds at Two Wells. Hamley need to prove themselves after their close call with Long Plains last weekend, and Two Wells are feeling confident after their game against Virginia. Should be interesting. The highly perched Hummocks are resting this week. Virginia and Long Plains have their last game for the season against each other. Dare we hope for a win for Virginia? All the best girls.

n ella Mickan receives the ball for Hamley. n ashleigh Hornsey, Hamley C, prepares to pass over Longies’ Tori Doherty.

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SPORT v Netball

Hummocks girls unstoppable Hummocks v Balaklava

n above: Two Wells GD, Jamie Dinham and Virginia GA, Kaitlyn Vigor in competition for possession during the A4 match on Virginia’s indoor courts on Saturday. n left: Shannen Weir, Two Wells receives the ball near the ring. n right: GK Carley Warmington passes to a Two Wells teammate.

n Virginia WA, Bek Barons clashes with Two Wells WD, Alice Turner in A4. Plains Producer, Wednesday August 22, 2012

A1: Hummocks continued their domination with an emphatic win over Balaklava by 35 goals. Right from the first whistle Hummocks passed the ball well especially between GS Sam Nicholls and Tegan Nottle who were awesome to watch. Sally Arbon shot accurately for Balaklava and Sarah Young was on fire at WD for Hummocks. Hum 16 – Bva 7. Tegan Nottle provided great drive into the goal circle. Balaklava GK Alex Wilson intercepted well, one resulting in a goal for her team. Hummocks defenders Claire Schultz and Rocky Smith were very tight. Balaklava’s Tegan Pollard played well in the centre. Hum 31 – Bva 10. Hummocks had a dominating lead at half time and they didn’t take their foot off the pedal in the second half. Rocky Smith Hum GD rebounded and intercepted well. Balaklava WD Lauren Michael played well helping to drive the ball through centre. Hummocks rewarded rebounds with efficient play down court into goals. Hum 45 – Bva 18. Accurate long shooting from Balaklava GA Talia Kruger was unable to reduce the three quarter margin. Strong leads and quick passing by Hummocks as well as clear intercepts and pressure all the way down the court made them unstoppable. Final scores: Hum 61 – Bva 26. A2: This game went down to the wire with Balaklava too good in the end winning by two goals. The game from close from the beginning, and both teams settled fast. Defence were on top at both ends. Jess Angel was strong for Hummocks and Kelly Michael shot well for Balaklava. More accurate shooting for Balaklava helped them to a three-goal lead at quarter time. Hum 8 – Bva 11. There was a very heavy shower of rain in the second quarter and the game became very scrappy. Balaklava were able to maintain their advantage with more accurate shooting. Hum 15 – Bva 18. Both teams made changes going into the third. Carly Friedrichs was strong for Balaklava in the mid-court. Hummocks turned plenty in defence but they were unable to capitalise in goals. Jane Harding best for Balaklava and Jess Angel for Hummocks. Hum 20 – Bva 25. The last quarter was intense with Hummocks finishing off strong, but it was all too late, Balaklava winning by two. Final scores: hum 29 – Bva 31. A3: Balaklava made a strong start scoring the first three goals. Strong attack from Rebecca Dixon and Terissa Smart gave the Balaklava goalies strong support. Balaklava defensive pressure forced Hummocks into a number of errors. Hummocks subbed Emma Ward into the game resulting in a turn over. Hummocks settled better and had a stronger quarter. Sascha Tiller and Caitlin Mackay struggled for clear shots at goal thanks to the tight defence from Sharayah Hall and Shannon Fuss, Balaklava. Hummocks continued to make changes looking for a winning combination. Nikki Bell came into defence for Hummocks, but Balaklava goalies Ciara Guy and Renee McPharlin continued scoring at will. Balaklava pulled away resulting in a 16-goal lead at the final break. More changes for Hummocks with Kirsty Williams moved into goals and dynamo Tenneal White into defence. A determined Hummocks won the last quarter, but Balaklava’s lead was too great. Final scores: Hum 43 – Bva 58. A4: Both teams came out hard wanting the win. Balaklava’s defence consisted of Clare Haynes and Elesa Hancock who worked well forcing turnovers making it hard for Hannah and Janne Hoepner duo to work harder. Hum 9 – Bva 13. Balaklava’s centre Aleisha Michael and WA Michelle Veitch created great deive down the court. Hummocks centre Jess Hoepner ded the ball well to the shooters. The wet weather didn’t prove a problem as both teams steadied well. Adriana Deer provided great leads coming from Hummocks backline. Hum 16 – Bva 22. Balaklava capitalised on hummocks mistakes in the third. Janne Hoepner GA driving and leads helped the

n sam Sargeant receives the ball mid-court for Virginia. movement down the court. Samantha Florance shot accurately. Hannah Hoepner was best for the quarter for Hummocks, Samantha Florence for Balaklava. Hum 25 – Bva 36 Fresh legs for Hummocks, Merridy Nicholls WA and Lisa Studham in GA. Balaklava had great transitions from their defence to their goal ring. Katie Price GK Hummocks provided great turnovers thanks to her rebounding. Final scores: Hum 32 – Bva 47. A5: It didn’t take Hummocks to find their form mid way through the first quarter with Tess Lawson and Danielle Hosking playing well. Hum 12 – Bva 4. Strong defence from Kathy Nicholls in the goal ring, and support at the other end, with Kimberley Hoepner shooting well. Hum 27 – Bva 7. Balaklava played better in the third quarter with some great work through the centre by Alex Wehr. Hummocks continued to fight hard with Jenny young and Sharon Moulds feeding ball to the goalies adding another nine goals for the quarter. Hum 36 – Bva 15. Balaklava GS Shannon Hunt shot well but the return to the court by Hummocks GS Danielle Hosking in the last quarter meant Hummock’s lead was unreachable. Final scores: Hum 47 – Bva 26. B: Tayla McBridge was a big part of the Balaklava team intercepting many centre passes from WD. Hum 5- Bva 5. Hummocks WD Hannah Mellier started to work into the game with some good interecepts. Sarah Rapko shot some lovely goals for Hummocks and so did Alicia Davey for Balaklava. Hum 12 – Bva 12. Hummocks drove the ball into the circle strong by GA Mikaela LoneWatson. Hum 22 – Bva 18. The last quarter was a cracker and the crowd was very vocal. Hummocks were too good in the end winning by five goals. Sky Wolf was best for Hummocks at WD and Alicia Davey for Balaklava. Hum 25 – Bva 20. C1: Shari young on fire providing the start Hummocks needed pulling pass after pass to send the ball back to the Hummocks’ attack. Kirraly White in centre covered the court well showing her athletic ability for Balaklava and reducing the potential damage done by the Hummocks goalies. Hum 6 – Bva 5. Changes by the Balaklava coach helped strengthen the line up. Goal defence Sarah Heaslip’s height, reach and jump stymied the speed and court work of Haylee Studham effectively closing down Hummocks’ attacking end along with reliable shooting by the Balaklava goalies. Hum 6 – Bva 16 Strong work by Balaklava’s attacking end was well set up by their defensive line up. Makayla Guerin’s solid performance in GD for Hummocks backed up by Shari, kept the damage to a minimum. Reliability in

toe form of Lacee McPharlin and Cori Allen for Balaklava well reflected the stability of the Balaklava team. Zae Veitch for Hummocks played an intelligent and supportive role in the wing. Hum 8 – Bva 23 The goliath battle between centres continued. Height and reach from Sarah versus speed and positioning by Haylee. Strong work from a Balaklava team that remained cohesive despite player and positional changes provided the basis for their success. Consistent static defending shut down Hummocks’ passes. Shari Young and Zoe Bell both had a good quarter. Final scores: Hum 12 – Bva 24. C2: Balaklava started well shooting three very quick goals. Balaklava GA and GS got a lot of the play with Hummocks finding it hard to get the ball down their end. Karli Andrew played well at GD for Hummocks, Bianca Smith at GA for Balaklava. Hum 0 – Bva 23. Hummocks swapped their whole team for the second quarter but Balaklava were still getting down the court easily due to their height advantage. Abby Martin for Humocks doing her best in GK. Bianca Smith played well at GA for Balaklava. Hum 0 – Bva 34. Hummocks shot their first goal of the game through Kelsie Rowland. Balaklava continuing to pile on the goals with Madison Bond and Teisha Harkness playing very well. Hum 1 – Bva 47. Hummocks didn’t stop trying despite the score. Balaklava continued to apply the pressure and build their score. KG for Balaklava had to come off due to getting hurt in the dying minutes of the game. Maddison Bond was best for Balaklava, and Olivia Carslake for Hummocks. Final scores: Hum 1 – Bva 65. D2: Both teams started well. Great defending by Rebecca Newland-Welsh and Ella Taylor. Balaklava’s defence in the second quarter was strong with Kara Binka and Victoria Lane too tall. Great rebounding by Hummocks’ Abbey Bigg and Rebecca and a great intercept in the middle by Kayla Reid. Hummocks scored their first goal in the third quarter. Some great shooting by Balaklava’s Charlotte Davey and Olivia Loy. Great defence by Melanie Myers and Patricia Diaz-Edwards keeping Balaklava goalies t o two goals in the last quarter.

n Jasmine Hocking in action for Virginia’s A4 side.

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SPORT v District to drive the machine as well as walk the entire course with his bag/two clubs and have some shots on the way around. Next week is the fourth round of Presidents Trophy, as well as an interesting Matchplay semi-final between Stuart Grigg and Ian Telfer, where there are 20 shots between their handicaps. Can Ian continue his giant-killing way and also take out Club Champ Stuart, after defeating Adam Bail, Ian Smith and Russell Grigg along the way?! All Two Wells scores can be viewed here: http://www. twowellsgolfclub.com.au/ Results: A Grade: G Payne 66, S Grigg, R Grigg 67, A Baker 71, I Smith 73, Y Frencken, P Shields 74. B Grade: M Davies 68, I Clark 68, P Woods 72. C Grade: S Kelly 72, J Spackman 72, J Boon 75, D Smith 75, I Telfer 76. Ladies: E Grigg 80, J Holland 80. Long Drives: A) G Payne, B) Watto, C) S Kelly, Ladies) J Holland NTP’s: 1) R Grigg, 6) G Payne, 11) A Baker, 15) R Grigg. Meat trays: I Clark, E Grigg. Next week: Stableford – Presidents Tropy (4). – Russell Grigg, Handicapper

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Twenty-one players put their hands up for the Stableford stoush last Saturday, played off the white tees after Hughie had dumped a welcome 11.4ml of lovely rain all over the now greener greensward. The much missed Digby Addison hauled his fractured frame from its iron lung to act as rostered starter, so well done - we’ll have to wait for another month or so before the bloke is allowed to wield his irons again. Mighty Merv Hameister hammered the A Graders into submission with 40 points, leaving Bill Lokan (39) languishing in 2nd place and Doug Taylor (36) trapped in 3rd. Peter Thompson rounded out these affairs with his 35 points. David Rodgers roughed up the B Grade wannabees with his 39 points, aided and abetted by the fiendish Count Bach to condemn John Curnow to 2nd place status, while Bill “New Clubs” Goudie (35) garnered 3rd on the podium. Left to wonder if they’d ever rise to such dizzying heights of golfing greatness were W Nagle (32), S Michael (31) and J Michael (30). From the C Grade clamour emerged one Austin Henstridge (43) to claim top honours, chased by the chaste Brian Stewart (39) and the ever-cheerful Dean Trickett (38). Trailing these luminaries were Chris Hahesy (35), J Bastian (35), M Liptrot (that’s Liptrot, with just one ‘P’, two ‘T’s and a silent ‘Q’, as in apple), M Smith (31), M Hahesy (30), Moya Hayes (28), Tania Matz (28) and T Gilmour (25). Birdies were achieved by Dean Trickett, at the 3rd, John Curnow (8th) and Dean Trickett again at the 15th. Nearest The Pins were held by Doug Taylor at the 3rd, John Curnow (8th), Michael Smith (10th), Bill Lokan (15th) and Austin Henstridge at the 17th. Golfer of the Winter points were allocated thus: Austin Henstridge 6, Merv Hameister 5, Brian Stewart 4, David Rodgers 3, Bill Lokan 2 and those tragically less gifted souls, just one each. This Saturday we’ll take up the cudgels for a mean old Par competition, the Simons Exhaust and Auto Trophy, to be started and apparently, ended by that pillar of legal legitimacy, Mr Greg Anderson Esq.

Men’s Championships

Balaklava Golf Club’s Men’s Championships were held on Sunday August 19, with conditions perfect for the 27 hole round. Players had played two qualifiying rounds to be eligible to compete in the final championship round. Results in the A Grade were tight, with Bill Parkin scraping through by one stroke on 121, to defeat Peter Thompson 122, with a stampede of the other A Graders right behind them. The whole A grade group was split by only eight strokes after 27 holes which was a great effort. B Grade wasn’t quite as close, with Wayne Nagle winning on 130 and Dave Rodgers, after a final nine-hole resurgence, runner-up on 135, pipping Murray Smith by three shots. C Grade Champion was the tricky Dean Trickett on 152 with the very calm Greg Anderson runner-up on 157, and Malcolm Liptrot on 158. Birdies went to John Curnow, Dave Rodgers and captain Merv Hameister. Nearest the Pins went to Mark Loy, Trevor Gilmour, Scott Michael, Martyn Bell and Dave Rodgers. A two-person ambrose was held in conjunction with the Championships for the also-rans, and the ladies, with 14 players battling that out. Winners were Patricia Anderson, Jill Taylor and Norma Taylor with a 70 off the stick, with Tania Matz and Ian Michael runner-up. Ben and Dillon Michael and Rod Phillips won the nett, with Callum and Lachlan Michael nett runner-up. Presentations for all players will be at the club’s presentation day on Sunday September 23. Keep this date free!

Balaklava Ladies

Results from Thursday August 16, third Club Championship round. A Grade: P Anderson Nett 70; N Taylor Nett 74; L Michael Nett 78 B Grade: S Friedrichs Nett 74; M Hayes Nett 74; D Wandel Nett 77 C Grade: F Williams Nett 75; T Allen Nett 81; R Bastian Nett 87 August 23: Stableford Round. Starters: L Michael & M Hayes Results from August 9: fourth Stroke Round. A Grade: L Michael Nett 74, J Taylor Nett 80, N Taylor Nett 81, T Matz Nett 81. B Grade: C Taylor Nett 77, R Jenkins Nett 77, S Friedrichs Nett 77, J Hoskin Nett 78. C Grade: F Williams Nett 78, G Edwards Nett 86, J Veitch Nett 88. • Sunday August 26: Club Social Golf Day. Non members welcome. Hit off time 12noon

Two Wells Ladies

The winner of the stroke round played August 14 was Jen Rowe with 67nett, runner-up was Aileen Oliver with 70 nett. The final of the Silver Spoon competition was also held, with Aileen Oliver winning with 70. Long Drive: Helen Johnson on 13. NTP: Tine Perry on 12, Kath Stubing on 11 who also had a birdie on 11.Gobblers: Aileen Oliver on 1.

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n CLARE & DISTRICTS HOCKEY ACTION: Matthew Gates, Balaklava runs after the ball in the defensive circle during the Men’s match against Riverton, on Saturday. Hockey results, page 16. followed by BBQ. • Balaklava Golf Club Presentation Day, Sunday September 23. Two-person Ambrose followed by BBQ Tea.

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A group of 19 players took to the fairways on Wednesday August 15 with Mike Hahesy winning the day on 51, Merv Hameister 47, John Curnow 43, Doug Taylor 42 CB, Dean Trickett 42, Chris Hahesy 41, Dennis Goudie 40 CB, Bill Goudie 40 CB, Jim Bastian 40, Moya Hayes 39 CB, Rod Phillips 39, Austin Henstridge 38, Bill Berry 37, Scott Davey 36 CB, Les Masson 36, Rick Campbell 34, Barrie Thompson 27, Jerry Toms DNF, Joan Anderson DNF. Birdies: Mike Hahesy hole 2, Merv Hameister hole 2, John Curnow hole 13, Doug Taylor holes 5 and 11, Austin Henstridge hole 17, Bill Berry hole 9 and Scott Davey hole 14. NTP: Rod Phillips hole 3, Les Masson hole 8, Scott Davey hole 10.

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Mens results August 19, Par Competition, sponsored by Caltex: P Agnew +8, G Hayes +7, C Walkley +7, G Mugge +5, D Paynter +2, M Williams +2, T Eime +1, M Eime -2, D Smith -2, B Spinks -2, M Finn -3, B Reichstein -8. Skins No14: Jackpot. No NTP. August 26: Most Drives on Fairway/ semi final Club Championship, sponsored by Mitre 10. September 2: Club Championship finals, 9.30 am tee off. Everyone else playing Stableford, tee off 11.00am, sausage sizzle lunch and pooled afternoon tea. Ladies Results August 15, Most Drives on Fairway Top 9/semi final Club Championship, sponsored by Medika Gallery: K Mugge 7, D Wandel 5, L Randolph 3, J Wandel 3, B Victor 2, H Williams 2. Skins No13: K Mugge def D Wandel 5/4. August 22, Stableford, sponsored by Blyth Post Office, hostess A Harrison. August 29: Par Competition, sponsored by Blyth Cinema, hostess L Randolph.

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Due to the Veterans competition being held at Owen and the threat of bad weather, only 13 competed in Thursday’s Stableford event, the winner being the “Elizabethan South Paw” Dennis Hawke with 39 points. Runner-up was Roen Cameron on a countback fom Dean Branson with both with 38. Other leading scores: Roger Hahn 37, Doug Cooper, George Dahlitz 33. Birdies: Bob Hillier and Roger Hahn birdied 3.

Saturday’s Stroke competition was also the third Qualifying round of the Club Championships. Mick Nicholls brought back his good form from the Balaklava Open, scoring a credible 81/66 to win the day on a countback from Bob Hinderwell 89/66. Leading grade scores: A GRADE Mick Nicholls 81/66, Roger Hahn 83/70, Ian Ferguson 87/72. B GRADE: Neville Durdin 83/77, George Dahlitz 92/69, Roland Pawlak 87/69, Warren Isgar 91/70. C GRADE: Bob Hinderwell 89/66, Ian Rohde 94/67, Ross Hienze 98/73, Brian Cooper 104/73. Birdies: John Riley 1st, Mick Nicholls 13th.

Adelaide Plains and Barossa Veterans results. Forty players competed at Owen golf course on Thursday, the event was sponsored by the Owen golf club. Results: A Grade: 40, R Grigg (Highercombe). 37, A Penn (Penfield). 34 ,R Kernick (Barossa Valley). Ball Winners: 34, J Ball (Two Wells). 32, J Riley (Hamley Bridge). 31, D Wilson (Highercombe), N Heinrich (Gawler). 30, G Jones (Kapunda). B Grade 39: B Stewart (Balaklava). 38, L Hean (Owen). 34, J Spackman (Two wells). Ball Winners: 33, C Noack (Gawler), D Trickett (Balaklava). 32, L Zbierski (Penfield). 30, T Bateman (Kapunda). 29, P Jones , R Taylor (Penfield). C Grade: 44, M Hahesy (Balaklava). 37, P Sullivan (Owen). 29, B Milne (Barossa Valley). Ball Winners: 29, J Raynor (Barossa Valley), B Sims (Tanunda Pines). 28, K Bubner (Islington Works). NTP winners: A Grade – J Kurnow (Balaklava)., B Grade – C Noack (Gawler), C Grade – Nil.

Owen

Men – Eleven players went out for the second round of the Championships on Saturday August 18. Winner of the day was Peter Freebairn with a net 66, second place Glen Ince net 66. In A Grade, contested by two players, Pete Freebairn won the day and the Championship, 78 off the stick, to Brett Fitton 90. B Grade was contested by three players, and saw Les Hean 97 off the stick as the winner and Brett Freebairn 102 runner-up, Ron Page following with 115. C Grade, with only two players left, produced a winner in Peter Sullivan with 98 off the stick, followed by Jake Harkness 129. Ian Freebairn net 51.7 and Mick King net 51.7, completed the private Vets Comp over 12 holes. Next week is a Par competition. New members welcome, tee off 12.00pm.

Two wells

Results from Saturday August 18 – Stroke, sponsored by Warner Fork Trucks. Illness, holidays and local football had a drastic impact on numbers with, only 17 players fronting for the Stroke competition. The last Monthly Medal was up for grabs and Gary Payne, with a fine 66, grabbed that medal as well as A Grade winner from the Grigg boys, Stuart and Russell, close behind on 67. Michael Davies continued his recent consistent form with 68 to win B Grade on a countback from Ian Clark, and 72 from Peter Woods. C Grade saw Steve Kelly (I win or it’s NAGA) win on a countback from Jeff Spackman, both with 72, John Boon third with 75. Another fine driving display was seen from Aidan Grigg (Russell’s grandson) in taking out markers and drinks in the Gator, accompanied by Pop of course. He was a happy boy to be able

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Pursuant to Section 38 (5) of the Development Act, 1993 Notice is hereby given that an application comprising a CATEGORY 3 DEVELOPMENT has been lodged with the Council for development assessment. Details of the a p p l i c a t i o n a re a s follows:DEVELOPMENT NO: 312 / 157 / 2012 APPLICANT’S NAME: P.Chan N AT U R E O F T H E D E V E LO P M E N T: H o r t i c u l t u r e comprising 10 plastic covered green houses (70 x 7 Metre Bays) and 1 water storage dam SUBJECT LAND: Lot 103, 23 Ellis Road, Two Wells, Hundered of Por t Gawler CT: 6079/918 ZONE: Horticulture Gawler River Flood Plain Policy Area Flood Hazard Zone 2 The application may be examined at the Offices of the Council located at 2a Wasleys Road, Mallala, or 69 Old Port Wakefield Road, Two Wells, during normal business hours and any person or body affected may make relevant rep re s e n t a t i o n s i n writing concerning this application to reach the Development & Compliance Coordinator at 2a Wasleys Road, Mallala not later than Wednesday September 5, 2012. Each person making a submission should indicate whether that person wishes to appear personally or be represented by another par ty before the Council Development A s s e s s m e n t Pa n e l in suppor t of that submission. Please note that, pursuant to Section 38 (8) of the Development Act, a copy of each representation received will be forwarded to the applicant for a written response. Signed: Ralph Semrau Planning Officer Date: August 22, 2012 THIS IS THE FIRST AND ONLY PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

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HAY PROCESSORS Permanent Positions (Reference 1001)

Balco Australia Pty Ltd is a major supplier of hay products to international markets. Balco is an equal opportunity employer with a strong focus on workplace health and safety and ensuring the quality of our product. We are seeking reliable and enthusiastic people to join the production team. The Bowmans site operates rotating afternoon and night shifts and overtime should be expected. Hay processing roles encompass a range of duties including forklift, plant operations and hygiene and quality assurance.

I can work closely with my clients to find the level of treatment, care and team involvement they need to improve their health. With so many opportunities to experience new situations, learn new skills and master new models of care, every day is different. At SA Health, I can finish my shift feeling satisfied my career is on track and I have made an impact in someone’s life.

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To be successful in this role you must: • Have a forklift license, a current drivers’ license and transport to and from the site at Bowmans • Be able to work on rotating shift work and overtime as required • Have a positive attitude to work and be reliable and punctual • Have a sound understanding of and commitment to workplace safety • Take pride in your work and the company For more information contact: Bowmans Plant Manager, Anthony Yandell on 0407 611 082.

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Applications in writing quoting the reference number, should be forwarded to Anthony at ayandell@balco.com.au by close of business on 31 August 2012.

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Assistant Hay Receivers (Reference 1002)

This is a great opportunity for reliable and enthusiastic people to join us for 3 to 4 months during the hay intake season. These positions might require you to work rotating day and night shifts and overtime should be expected. This is a physically demanding role involving stair climbing, bending and stretching. Assistant Hay Receivers play an important role in customer service and quality assurance. They interact with delivery drivers and farmers when hay ﬁrst arrives at the plant. Assistant Hay Receivers ensure that the hay meets required quality and safety standards using high tech, hand held scanning equipment and entering data into Balco’s warehouse management system. To be successful in this role you must: • Have good customer service skills • Have a current drivers’ license and transport to and from the site at Bowmans • Be able to work on rotating shift work and overtime as required • Have a positive attitude to work and be reliable and punctual • Have a sound understanding of and commitment to workplace safety • Take pride in your work and the company • Knowledge of hay and straw is helpful but not essential as on-the-job training will be provided. • Be physically ﬁt

Weigh Bridge Operator (Reference 1003)

The Weigh Bridge Operator oversees the intake of hay to the plant performing a range of duties that require good organisation skills and the ability to set priorities, attention to detail, and good computer skills. This is a physically demanding role involving stair climbing, bending and stretching. The following knowledge and skills will serve you well in this position:• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel spreadsheets (training in other applications will be provided) • Good attention to detail and good standards of literacy and numeracy • The ability to organize yourself and others • Willingness to take responsibility and see things through to completion • Knowledge of hay and straw is helpful but not essential as on-the-job training will be provided • Be physically ﬁt

Sample and Testing Oﬃcer (Reference 1004)

This oﬃce based role involves preparing and testing all hay samples to ensure they meet our high quality control standards. Some overtime may be required.

You will need to have excellent attention to detail, good computer skills, good organisational skills and be able to work unsupervised. For more information contact Marcus Crawford on 0429 642 205. Applications in writing, quoting the reference number, should be forwarded to Marcus at mcrawford@balco.com.au by close of business August 31, 2012.

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The vendor's statement relating to matters affecting the advertised properties in this publication may be 2 - 10 Fourth inspected at theStreet, Snowtown. Being Sold As A Whole Or In 2 Lots Whole $122,000 Or Lot 695 $59,500 - Lot 691 $79,500 agent's office three business days prior‘Under Instructions From The Mortgagee’ 5 Shop Complex With Investment Potential And Current Tenants to auction or at the This complex includes a Bakery & delicaf, Hairdresser, Remedial Therapist and one place of auction vacant shop. The30 current rental income is approximately $18,400 per annum and it has potential increase further. The complex is well presented and is providing a great minutes beforeto sale.

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Vendors keen to sell. Great home in a top street.

BALAKLAVA $260,000

The vendors have drastically reduced for a quick sale.

If low maintenance and location are a priority then this spacious unit would suit. The two bedrooms are carpeted and the main bedroom has full length built in robes and the lounge is also carpeted and has a reverse cycle air conditioner. The kitchen has ample cupboard and bench space. A fully tiled bathroom that has a bath and separate shower alcove are conveniently near the bedrooms as is the separate toilet. Other features include a tiled laundry with built in storage and direct access to the backyard, parking is taken care of in the garage under the main roof with roller door and direct internal access for added security. The low maintenance rear courtyard is paved with a garden shed and the property is fully fenced providing privacy and security. The property is ideally located half a block from the medical clinic and also very close to the Hospital. Inspect today or miss out.

This property is ideally situated with bitumen road frontage and it has ample shed storage space and animal shelters. The home is a 3 bedroom prefabricated building with a large kitchen and family lounge area. There is a tiled bathroom and a laundry facility. The home is very well presented and has mainly tiled floors and the bedrooms have carpets. The open plan kitchen has ample cupboard and bench space. Features include refrigerated air cond., ducted evaporative air cond., slow combustion heater, insulation & rainwater tanks. Outbuildings include a huge secure shed with a semi enclosed veranda that makes a great entertaining spot at the side of the home, ample stables, lunging ring, sand box, wash bay and day yards. A lawn and garden area is a great place for the kids to play. This property is priced to sell so get in quick and arrange an inspection of this value for money home.

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• Lot 301 Farmlet, Whitwarta • 8 John Street, Balaklava

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$165,000

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Farmlet on 7.588 ha. Set up for horses or a lifestyle property.

• 3 br home Hoyleton $165 p/week • 2 br unit Balaklava $195 p/week • 9 Harris St, Balaklava - 2 br $220 p/week

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A great location and a large block are just some of the qualities of this three bedroom double brick home. The combined kitchen and dining room have been recently renovated to create an inviting area with electric stove, dishwasher and floating floor. The lounge is a good size and is conveniently located within the home. The fully renovated bathroom lends a stylish touch to the home with a bath, vanity, separate shower and heater lights for added comfort. The main bedroom has built in robes and carpeted throughout. Other features include ducted reverse cycle air-conditioning, security shutters. External features include a carport, large pergola entertaining area, partially lined garage and low maintenance landscaped gardens. This delightful home would suit any buyer as its not only ready to move in but you’ll love the location as well so contact us today to arrange an inspection.

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Roosters with double chance the Final Siren

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Two Wells outpace Rams in pursuit for semi finals berth TWO Wells all but sealed itself a top two spot and the double chance with a convincing 29-point win over rivals Virginia, at Virginia on Saturday. The victory was predominantly set up in the first half, the Roosters getting out to a four-goal lead at the main break. They were never headed. Virginia coach, Greg Phillips, was relatively deflated by the defeat. “I’m really disappointed in such an important game we didn’t come out of the blocks,” he said. “It was a typical finals footy atmosphere. “We needed more accountability than we had and when they started to get on top, they really cut us up. “It was a game we expected to win and wanted to win. “We just didn’t make the most of our opportunities and turned the ball over a lot.” The pressure from Two Wells was the cause of

a majority of those errors, three of which resulted in goals for the Roosters. Phillips touched on the efforts of Adrian Mark (full back), Chris James (ruck) and Ben Russell (midfield) but was scratching his head for more players worthy of a mention. “We were down on good contributors,” he surmised. “To beat Two Wells you need to win at least half the positions on the field and we would have only had four or five players who could put their hand up and say they had a go.” There were unconfirmed reports of somewhat underhanded tactics but with no official reports from umpires or the clubs, the only confirmed event was the sending off of utility, Michael Hay, who did not return to the field. n Continued page 18

n jarred Allmond outruns his Rams opponent during the A grade clash at Virginia Oval on Saturday.

n les pearson reports on round 18 apfl matches, pages 18-20

Sam’s swimming success

Sisters jump for club glory two wells sisters, Jenny and Louise Turner (pictured left with their horses, Bella and Holly), score trophies in the recent Mallala Showjumping Club winter series.

stockport’S Sam Branson brings home a swag of medals from the Swimming SA State Championships.

n Story and more pictures - page 16

n Read the story - page 16

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