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Where’s Balak? Everyone knows when it’s Cup day

THEY are warming up trackside for the big day next Wednesday – when Balaklava comes alive for the greatest show on turf!

It’s the day when EVERYONE knows where “Balak” is ... when locals don’t have to explain “it’s an hour north of Adelaide.”

Balaklava friends (from left) Nick May, Amy Walters and Jenni and Paul McBride will join thousands of Balaklava Cup revellers, with local ANZ bank manager Paul, who normally works on the day, making his first appearance at the Cup. Marquees are in place and preparations are at fever pitch as Balaklava Racing Club attends to scores of last-minute details to the keep the crowd, usually about 15,000, in a sparkling party mood.

The $80,000 Cup heralds the start of an enormous Spring racing season a prelude for horses, trainers, jockeys and, yes, punters, to get into winning form.

Speaking of form, the King William Road Fashion on the Field is again expected to attract keen interest, from both contestants and admirers of all things beautiful. n Next week the Plains Producer will publish a huge Cup Day feature and form guide, available both in the paper and as a FREE form guide at the track.

Don’t miss it – and remember, Party Balaklava!

PICTURE: Lisa Redpath

Water: The solution Expert report outlines Balaklava town plan A draft Integrated Water Management Plan, presented by experienced consultant, Chris Kaufmann, has pinpointed an array of water problems facing Balaklava – and solutions – in a report presented at last week’s Wakefield Regional Council (WRC) meeting.

The in-depth report was com-

missioned by council in May. It outlines several aspects council will need to consider in coming years. These include: 4 A dilapidated drainage system that will need replacing or repairing in coming years.

4 An area east of the town with housing on it that is yet to be connected to the drainage system.

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4 The need to generate recycled water to accommodate the town’s demand as population grows.

4 Strategies for flood protection, including an improved levee bank system.

4 Two wetland areas (one already identified in a previous report to council) on the eastern

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and western sides of the town.

Council has been aware of many of the problems for some time, but the water management plan delivers an in-depth study and offers many answers to be considered by council.

WRC chief executive officer, Cate Atkinson, said council staff were reviewing the draft report.

“I’m also keen to get a response from the elected members in terms of their views of Mr Kaufmann’s presentation,” she said.

The report will essentially form a guide to help council plan stormwater infrastructure as the town expands in the future.

Chris Kaufmann assesses stormwater n Continued Page 4 overflow when touring Balaklava in May.

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Les Pearson TOURISM in the district or indeed do not believe they reports: would be boosted by the can fish, as they have previmarine park in its infancy and is expected what will happen to the 100 introduction Litre Bar of Fridge 150 Litre Chest Freezer 90 Litreously Vertical Freezer 180 Litre Vertical Free sanctuary zones the Upper to grow, however is unlikely wide range of small businesses • Reversible door in • Icebox • Removable sliding basket forPrices • Four freezer drawers full-width freezer b harbour• Six activities are manProperty Other impacts included: Gulf St Vincent, according to to grow into a large industry whodoor support Mr tray Grif• Two glass shelves flexible storage • Spring lidimpact aged pursuant to the Harbours • Reversible • them?”

Ice cube • Givenloaded the overall Commercial fishery the Regional Impact Statement because of the natural limita- fiths said. to economic create airtight the region is not expected and Navigation Act 1993 will • Estimated im- onstorage released by the Department tions of rough seas, cold water “I have challenged the to be large in absolute terms, remain. This includes dredgpacts on commercial fisheries, of Environment, Water and and sharks.

Environment Minister (Paul based on SARDI’s average the impact on property values ing and channel maintenance, Natural Resources (DEWNR).

“There will be situations Caica) and the State govern- annual displaced catches and is, similarly, not expected to be Coast Development The Upper Gulf St Vincent where eco-tourism operations ment on this continually, but significant.

• Marine parks will not corresponding average annual Marine Park Regional Impact will occur within sanctuary they provide no evidence of Port & Shipping prevent coastal developments prices, are relatively small for Statement, released on Sun- zones, which may benefit having considered the impact • The existing arrangement approved under the Developday, claimed the zones would from zoning by, for example, on small business in regional the Upper Gulf St Vincent where shipping, ports and ment Act 1993.

Marine Park. not place actual restrictions on not having to share the space South Australia.” recreational fishing. with fishers.

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Pain, also requested council provide a “They are also seeking changes to The statement said: “There support services is undertaken.

MPAG’s position statement was letter of support for MPAG and request their sanctuary zone boundaries,” she is potential for a downturn in Member for Goyder, Stepresented to council last week, elected a meeting between the community group said, adding no combined meeting of fishing-based tourism in the ven Griffiths, believed the loss members carrying recommendations to and Mr Caica. affected councils had yet been arranged.

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Cr Pain also suggested MPAG rep- take direction on that also.”

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BROCK ROCKS PICTURES: Lisa Redpath

He can solve it in seconds!

How fast can you “solve” a Rubik’s Cube? Probably not as fast as Balaklava’s Brock Hamann.

Brock, 16, a year 11 student at Horizon Christian School, is heading to the Australian National Cubing Championships in Melbourne this weekend. He will be one of about 50 entrants to compete for the Australian title.

Brock explains: “A couple of years ago, mum bought me a regular (three cube by three cube) Rubik’s Cube, but I couldn’t work it out. So Googled for help and instructions.

“I watched solving on YouTube too, and since then, have just kept practising to get better and faster,” said Brock.

A blindfold doesn’t stop Brock.

Since receiving that first cube,

Louise Michael reports:

Brock has built up a collection of more than 25 different types of cubes.

School homework is the first priority, but Brock tries to practise fast cube solvingfor about 90 minutes a day and usually more on weekends.

Brock is good at Maths, which helps his solving process, but he claims he doesn’t have a photographic memory.

Brock has entered 13 events in the championships. In each, entrants have 15 seconds inspection time before unscrambling the cube, not once, but five times.

Judges take an average of the best

three of the five “solves.” And there are lots of different types of cubes to solve, as shown above.

“You can also enter to solve blindfolded or one-handed events,” said Brock. “Getting a really fast solve is often just luck.”

Brock’s best solving time is seven seconds, but his average is 14.5 seconds.

The current World Champion is another Australian, Melbourne’s Felix Zemdegs, who ‘solved’ the cube in an amazing 5.66 seconds in 2011.

The World Cubing Championships are held every two years, with 2013 to be held in Las Vegas. With practise and a ‘lucky’ solve, maybe Hands blurred, it’s easily done!

Brock will be there next year.

Balaklava, Two Wells electorate switch BALAKLAVA will officially become part of the Frome state electorate following the next state election.

The South Australian Independent Electoral Districts Boundaries Commission confirmed proposed changes to local boundaries in its final order issued last week.

Member for Goyder, Steven Griffiths, said it would be a big adjustment.

“The confirmation of the new state electorate boundaries creates a big change for me in representing the people of Goyder,” he said.

“To be a good MP you need to know the communities, the people and the issues and developing this level of relationship takes effort and having been in Balaklava on a regular basis, and indeed speaking to residents about issues often over the last six years.

“I am disappointed with the move of Bal-

Les Pearson reports: aklava township into the Frome electorate.

“The changes do not come in to effect until the March 2014 election, so people will still see me around the town for some time to come and I will remain as the point of contact for state issues until then.

“Even with the change in 18 months time, Balaklava will still be one of my favourite communities as it is a town that believes in itself and its future and I will make sure I talk to the Member for Frome (Independent MP Geoff Brock) regularly about the town.”

Under the alteration, Two Wells will move out of Taylor and into Goyder.

“With the Goyder boundary moving to the Gawler River, I now have the pleasant challenge of getting to know the people of Two Wells and

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don’t live in electoral boundaries.”

The electorate most affected by the changes is the Light electorate held by Tony Piccolo.

According to the commission, the changes reduce the margin for the electorate from 5.3 per cent to 4.2 per cent, ensuring another tough election fight for Mr Piccolo, who has been a very prominent local MP. The changes sever the two strong Labor booths of Smithfield Plains and Munno Para, add into Light the southern parts of Angle Vale township and move Evanston South and parts of Kudla into the adjoining electorate of Napier.

Mr Piccolo said while he was disappointed in losing parts of his electorate, he appreciated the need to keep the system fair and equal.

“The Electoral Boundaries Commission does a good job with the difficult task they’re given,” Mr Piccolo said.

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to be brought up to speed on the issues that community faces,” Mr Griffiths said.

“I am certainly aware of the development proposal and have attended some of the public meetings, so I am well aware of the growth expectations for the area.

Member for Taylor, Leesa Vlahos, described being devastated by the changes in the local Echo newspaper last month.

“I’m very sad, because I feel part of the community,” she said.

“Lewiston has been cut off and you can’t look at those communities as not being connected. I can’t effectively represent the people of Lewiston without helping and representing the people of Two Wells.

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Water plan to provide direction for council • From Page 1

The report will essentially form a guide and help council plan how it provides stormwater infrastructure as the town expands in the future.

“It is a long term plan, full of projects we can implement over a long time,” Mrs Atkinson said.

“We need to have a blueprint to refer back to, so when people are developing, we do have an overall direction with regards to the town’s stormwater management needs.”

The report refers to several water projects council could undertake in the future.

Mrs Atkinson said council could look to incorporate those projects during annual reviews of its Long Term Financial Management Plan, Asset Management Plan and budget cycle, but they would need some form of priority and be considered based on that.

She believed establishing wetlands in the town was a viable project to work towards in the near future.

“They would have both community benefit and an infrastructure benefit also,” Mrs Atkinson said.

The Kaufmann reports says Balaklava will have to generate up to 270 megalitres (mL) of recycled water per year by 2040 to accommodate the town’s demand.

The claim was raised in the draft Balaklava Integrated Water Management Plan, presented by experienced consultant, Chris Kauf-

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mann, at last week’s WRC meeting.

With a forecast population growth of 1800 to about 2600 by 2040, the overall water demand is set to also rise.

According to the draft report, the town sources 390mL a year from a number of different sources, includDraft Balaklava Integrated Water Management Plan by 2040 ing mains, waste water, ground water and tank water, and subsequently uses about 328mL a year, predominantly through residential uses.

Local homes consume between 260 to 290 kilolitres per year, which Mr Kaufmann described as at the high end but not remarkable, being a traditional town with large allotments.

On the back of the predicted swelling of population, water demand would grow to 495mL and irrigation-based type industry or a eastern side of town. Mr Kaufmann will get this recycled water cheaply,” water sources would also increase really big food processing industry said Balaklava’s “dilapidated” Mr Kaufmann advised.

“Two things will happen to you, that would use a lot of water though,” drainage system would need replacto 596mL, through increased water Plan 1 Balaklava IWMP ing or repairing in coming years and one, you won’t be able to invest in catchment, waste water treatment Mr Kaufmann said.

4 there were several any form of extension of it and two, As the town changes, so does the while expensive, and the $30 million mains augfunding sources council could apply you will end up in the situation that water supply, demand and drainage mentation. to for grant funding. you will have major maintenance Mr Kaufmann said the extra systems.

“This plan gives you the contacts work to do, for which, you will have The draft water report outlines 100mL of water supply could be

several aspects that will be evolving to make those applications and it no money. used to support a small but beneficial means you can do your applications “Then you have the political issue in coming years. commercial enterprise. quite quickly, which gives you a of going back to the levy players and “There’s a piece of land in the He suggested a five hectare Plan 1 Balaklava IWMP commercial nursery or intensive far east of the town that is yet to be better chance of getting grants as asking for more.”

In summary, Mr Kaufmann said horticulture business could be connected to the drainage system they come,” he4 said.

He also advised council fork out the report was not a binding docuand I think over time, council should accommodated with that supply for reliable CWMS systems and ment but did provide direction and look at hooking that up, partly for and given a nursery in Salisbury,

which employs about 30 people, public health,” Mr Kaufmann said. upgrades, given the town is required framework with water issues when The waste water treatment plant to produce 270mL of recycled water planning future development. uses 130mL a year, it would have “This is a start for council to will also need extending to match per year by 2040. economic benefits to the area.

“Please don’t try to produce start thinking about water. It is not demand, while the water distribution “The town just can’t generate enough water to produce a really big system will require extending in the the expectation in people that they a finishing point,” he said.

“You don’t have to build it now ... but it helps to plan for it now”

Wetlands, levee banks help control flooding

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FLOODING remains of high interest and concern for locals with the events of December 2010 still fresh in the memory bank.

The draft Integrated Water Management Plan, presented to Wakefield Regional Council at last week’s council meeting by consultant and water expert, Chris Kaufmann, outlines several strategies of flood protection for the town.

An improved levee bank system was one suggestion.

“When the river floods, the only thing that will hold it back is a levy of some sort,” Mr Kaufmann said.

“Like all levy systems, it has a problem regarding how you get floodwater generated in the town on the other side of the levee.”

He said there was a physically feasible solution but paying for it was well and truly a different kettle of fish.

Another problem is when the Wakefield River floods, the system that flows into the river banks

up and produces local flooding.

Therefore, the development of two detention basins (better known as wetlands) to be located in the eastern and western sides of town is an option to slow the flow of floodwater both ways.

“Somewhere low in the drain, you construct a large basin,” Mr Kaufmann explained.

“You use the material you dug out of that to reinforce your levee.

“You then use the levee as part of your landscaping and walkways.”

The bottom of the detention basin is landscaped with certain native vegetation, which helps clean the storm water up.

Mr Kaufmann said council had already had a consultant complete a study on the feasibility of an eastern wetland system and at the moment, it would barely sustain vegetation planted in it.

The proposed western wetland system would be built on an older, more developed catchment and could generate some water,

which he suggested injecting into the existing bores showing signs of strain.

Mr Kaufmann was questioned on the validity of pumping collected storm water into the river.

“I would imagine in terms of effect on the river, your urban water is miniscule at any time,” he replied.

The current detention basin in Wattle Ridge was also brought into question, given it rarely holds water, even after solid rain events.

“The way it works now it’s unlikely to hold anything, that’s what it was designed for,” Mr Kaufmann said.

The proposed wetland in the eastern side of town in Moody Estate, is not expected to get a great amount of water in it but with growth of the town, Mr Kaufmann said it would be an asset.

“There will be (enough water) eventually and that’s why it’s planned there,” he said. “You don’t have to build it now but it helps to plan for it now.”

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A few weeks ago, I wrote about my road trip to Millicent. Since then, there have been a few other road trips, of varying types, by locals around the district.

One which has caught my attention is of some Mallala (and Gawler) locals, who shall only be identified by some cryptic clues, who recently went up north for their annual 4WD outback adventure.

The men had a great time, with the usual “argy bargy” going on, but their “supply” trailer, towing drinks and tucker, didn’t fare too well.

Luckily the driver of the vehicle towing the trailer at the time, didn’t overturn the trailer after the axle and springs gave up the ghost once they hit the dirt.

Half of the group made a mercy dash (about a six hour return trip) into Alice Springs to get a car trailer to take the poor little trailer back super suspension and off road tyres, to get fixed, which was done in the Mercy Men were not impressed record time. to see an empty esky.

Mercy Men gave the remaining After that, the Mercy Men, for men strict instructions NOT to drink some reason, went looking for an all the cold ‘supply’ drinks as they’d unused mine shaft. Mmm.. be thirsty when they got back..

Anyway, the group spent most But the “officer in charge” had of their nine day trip swagging it other ideas, and polished off the lot. under the stars, but enjoyed two Needless to say, arriving back nights under four and a half stars at with a rebuilt trailer complete with Lasseters Casino, which gave them

THEY certainly are queens of their own realm – and HRH from Long Plains, Heather Curnow (left) and HRH Balaklava, Paula Saint, enjoyed some bubbles and planned their “royal tour” aboard cruise ship Queen Mary 2 when it visited Adelaide in March. It was a great day shared by others in the “royal party” – Geoff and Nick Curnow and Rob and Demi Saint.

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At least he didn’t do a streak across the park after a shower this time.

Perhaps his teacher wife, Kathy, needs to give him a lesson on being neat’n tidy!

Avon It doesn’t matter how old you are, if you’d like to learn how to enjoy the benefits of computer technology in a non-threatening and fun environment, you need to get along to the Avon Hall next Tuesday, September 4, from 11am to 3pm.

As part of Adult Learners’ Week, a workshop and demonstration will take place, with guest speakers explaining internet benefits, such as shopping and banking online, and social networks like Facebook.

A delicious lunch is available for $8, with bookings essential. Phone Sue on 8867 1120 or Jill 8867 1127 Brinkworth THE town garage sale is on Sunday, September 9 from 9am. Sites are $10. Bookings are essential. Contact Anne Green 8846 2260 for info.

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Margaret’s efforts inspire award proposal Hamley Bridge Hamley Bridge Primary School (HBPS) Principal, Margaret Streatfield, has been nominated for an Inspirational Leader Award as part of SA Public Teaching Awards.

Margaret, who is in her fourth year at HBPS, was nominated for her work in developing strong relationships with staff, students, parents and the community, thus helping to build a happy and cohesive school.

Well done Margaret!

•Hamley Bridge Memorial Hospital Auxiliary had a successful afternoon at the bowling club, with a guest speaker from Angel Flight giving an insight into the work they do. The auxiliary donated $200 from its trading table to the cause.

• First of a number of events raising funds for the community hall is a junior disco on Friday, September 7 from 7 - 9.30pm.

The lock-in disco is for children aged 8-13 years and should be great fun. Younger children are welcome to attend if accompanied by an adult.

• For ‘older’ people, there will be a “Come and Try” bowls afternoon on September 16 from 1-4pm.

The only requirement is you wear flat-soled shoes, oh, and clothes too! There will be a sausage sizzle available.

SADDLEWORTH Eyes down for Bingo on Sunday, September 9 at the Uniting Church Hall 2-4pm. Entry is $6 and includes afternoon tea.

Funds raised go towards the Christmas Street party.

• Gilbert Valley Sports Day will be held at Saddleworth Primary School on September 14.

Students from Manoora, Hamley Bridge, Tarlee and Owen primary schools will join locals for a great day.

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Mallala local lad Troy Algar and Dirty Dancing star, Jennifer Grey. Are they both having the time of their lives?

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Kapunda High School’s Elizabeth GarySmith, won the same award for the Barossa region.

Trudy Conway, from Kapunda Primary School, was named Inspirational Primary School Teacher of the Year for the Barossa. In the same re-

gion, Balaklava’s Belinda Pringle, who works at Wasleys Primary School, won Excellent School/ Preschool Support Staff Member of the Year.

On top of Mrs Munro’s success, RDHS was announced the recipient of $30,000 in awards funding from NAB Schools First for its outstanding community partnership with Northern Advanced Manufacturing Industry Group Inc (NAMIG).

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NAMIG is made up of several organisations, BAE Systems, Clipsal Schneider, Holden and RAAF and another partner, University SA. RDHS developed a suite of programs called Concept 2 Creation.

Champion denies Senator’s claim FEDERAL Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion, has responded to allegations his office “fobbed off” an unidentified man made unemployed at Roxby Downs, who claimed the $30 billion expansion of Olympic Dam would be delayed.

The allegations were made in Canberra by SA Liberal Senator, Sean Edwards, last week.

According to Senator Edwards, the unknown person left a note with radio station 5AA after the alleged confrontation at Mr Champion’s office at Munno Para.

“I tried to contact the local Fed-

eral ALP member, Nick Champion, but his office fobbed me off and claimed that I didn’t know what I was talking about; it was just speculation,” Senator Edwards quoted from the note.

“I told the guy there, ‘This was real, I was working there, I was happy there, I did nothing wrong and now I am unemployed’.”

Senator Edwards then added his own critique of the situation.

“Another demonstration of the Federal Government’s economic mismanagement of Australia in Parliament today – its refusal to

recognise the financial realities of why the Olympic Dam mine expansion has been deferred,” he said.

Mr Champion told the Plains Producer he was looking into Senator Edwards’ allegations.

“First, most of (Senator Edwards’) speech is nonsense, as the Olympic Dam expansion delay was a commercial decision, not related to government policy,” he said.

Mr Champion said it would be quite unusual for his office to ‘fob off’ anyone looking for help.

“The offer is out there. Contact me and have a chat about it.”

• A MAN armed with a firearm entered the Two Wells Tavern on Old Port Wakefield Road and demanded money, just after 10.30am yesterday.

He fled with cash and left the area in a white Holden VT Commodore station wagon with yellow and green number plates.

The getaway car may have been driven by a second man, and was last seen heading towards Dublin. No one was injured during the incident.

Tavern owner, Loretta Wilmshurst, said police were still at the premises at about 2.30pm yesterday.

The man is described as having shoulder-length brown/grey hair, and was wearing a white dust mask and high-visibility overalls.

BALAKLAVA • AFTER reports of several vehicles doing burnouts at Balaklava last week, local police are encouraging the public to report any such behaviour to police.

Information such as vehicle description and/or registration numbers can play an important role in preventing this behaviour continuing.

Balaklava Police brevet sergeant, Eddie Dilena, said offenders can expect their cars to be impounded if caught.

• A GAS hot water heater was stolen from the wall at the Balaklava Sports Club last week.

• A large roll of wire was also stolen from a business premises on Gwy Ter-

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POLICE NEWS race recently. The thefts were another timely reminder for the community to be vigilant with valuables and keep an eye out for unusual behaviour.

TWO WELLS • TWO Wells Police reported a Two Wells man in his thirties for excess speed, allegedly travelling at 95km/h in a 50km/h zone on August 24.

He was also reported for breaching the prescribed concentration of alcohol, with an alleged reading of 0.137 per cent. An instant loss of licence was issued and the vehicle impounded.

• ENTRY was gained to a home on Windmill road, Two Wells on August 23. A laptop was reported stolen.

VIRGINIA • TWO Wells police reported a woman in her twenties from Virginia for driving with a disqualified licence and the vehicle was subsequently impounded on August 26.

SNOWTOWN • A 31-year-old Elizabeth man was arrested in Snowtown for disorderly behaviour, aggravated assault and property damage.

Police allege the man assaulted his partner and damaged a fence in an incident that occurred on August 24.

The man will appear before the Port Pirie Magistrates court at a later date.

Ford delivers quality combination THE impressive new FG Falcon MkII with EcoBoost technology is the first global application of Ford’s turbo-charged 2.0-litre EcoBoost four cylinder engine in a rear-wheel drive vehicle.

More than three years in local development, EcoBoost is available in the Falcon XT, G6 and G6E models and offers an optimum balance between fuel efficiency and power.

It delivers 179kW at 5500rpm, and 353Nm of torque at 2000rpm.

The EcoBoost is half the size of the standard 4.0-litre six-cylinder engine, yet trails it by just 16kW and 38Nm. The I6 engine produces 195kW (at 6000rpm) and 391Nm (at 3250rpm).

Ford’s official fuel consumption figure for the four-cylinder motor, when paired with the standard six-speed ZF automatic in the base XT model, is declared at 8.1 l/100km.

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

The global EcoBoost engine family is the cornerstone of Ford’s near-term sustainability strategy to

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The technology is already available in a number of Ford vehicles around the world and by 2013 more than 80 per cent of the company’s global nameplates will be available with EcoBoost.

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RIVERTON District High School (RDHS) had a successful start to the week, with principal, Glenys Munro, named a regional winner in the SA Public Teaching Awards.

Mrs Munro was the Yorke and Mid North recipient of the Inspirational School/Preschool Leader of the Year Award.

Other local winners were Rebekah Holland, of Clare High School, who claimed the Inspira-

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It’s a great community service Louise Michael reports: Today (Wednesday, August 29) is National Meals on Wheels Day. The annual celebration recognises the work of the organisation’s valuable volunteers, which number over 80,000.

Meals on Wheels (MOW) is more than just a meal, it’s a vital community service which many people depend upon.

Balaklava Meals on Wheels branch has 33 locals on its books, who all look forward to the week day delivery of their hot, nutritious three course meal.

Volunteers, working in pairs, collect the meals from the Balaklava Hospital then drive around their set route to deliver the meals.

Balaklava MOW has 92 volunteers who give up roughly one hour of their time about once a month to deliver meals.

“It’s not a matter of merely delivering meals,” said president, Jutta Lorenz.

“Our volunteers provide a valuable social contact for home-bound people. They also check up on our clients’ welfare and for some, the volunteers are the only visitors our clients get,” said Jutta.

It’s also a vital community role as it assists people to remain living independently in their own homes, and enhances their quality of life. In 2011, the branch had a big

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ABOVE: Three generations of one family delivering meals (from left) Natalie May, Colleen Howard and Deidre Howard.

RIGHT: Blessing Nyoni and Jen Graham deliver lunch to Madge Williams in Balaklava year, celebrating its 40th birthday, and also presenting 40 year Service Awards to locals Ruth and Marj Catford. Marj has since retired, but Ruth is still going, which is a great feat.

Another long-serving volunteer, Balaklava’s Colleen Howard, has been “on the volunteer list” for over 35 years.

A few years ago, Colleen needed a helper, so grand-daughter Natalie May was roped in.

Not to feel left out, Colleen’s daughter, Deidre Howard also joined the volunteer list.

They now hold the local record for three generations of the same family to volunteer at the same time.

Natalie is also the youngest serving volunteer on the Balaklava books.

“I helped Granny out a few years ago, and I enjoyed it,” Natalie said.

“As I study and work part-time, I can still fit my turn in, and I enjoy volunteering in the community.”

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The local branch is always looking for volunteers, especially for Fridays. If you can spare an hour or so per month, please contact staff officer, Ruth Arikawe, on 8862 1330.

If you are unable to volunteer but would still like to help, tax deductible donations can be made by calling 1800 854 453.

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NEWS v Farming RABOBANK’S GLOBAL report:

Big chance for us, say grain experts AS global grain prices surge due to weather shocks, particularly in the United States, Australian farmers are presented with unique opportunities to capitalise on higher prices for the 2012 marketing year, says Rabobank during a feature grains and oilseeds road show recently.

Setting out on their week-long tour across Western and Southern Australia, Rabobank’s senior grains analyst, Graydon Chong, and United States-based Agresource Company president, Dan Basse, presented their expert views on the macro-economic fundamentals at play across the grains complex.

Agribusiness professionals and local farmers have begun meeting from

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Dan Basse with Alison Tierney, Rabobank Adelaide Perth to Adelaide to hear what’s in store for grain markets.

Mr Basse, whose company provides agricultural research and advice to livestock producers, elevators, processors, wheat millers, importers and exporters globally, says there are ‘unprecedented grain losses’ taking place in the United States which is affecting prices globally.

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Moderate to fresh northwest to southwest wind, strong about southern coasts.

Thursday: Isolated showers over the agricultural area, scattered over the southern agricultural area at first, contracting to southern coasts in the evening. Cool to mild with moderate to fresh south to southwest wind, tending light to moderate south to southeast in the west.

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MOUNT LOFTY RANGES DISTRICT FORECAST Wednesday: Partly cloudy. Isolated showers becoming scattered at times. Wind northwesterly 15 to 25 km/h turning westerly 25 to 40 km/h in the late morning.

Thursday: Partly cloudy. Isolated showers until late afternoon. Wind westerly 20 to 30 km/h turning southwesterly during the morning.

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

GULF ST VINCENT Wednesday: Winds: Southwest about 10 knots becoming northwesterly early morning, increasing to 15 to 20 knots during the morning then tending westerly 20 to 25 knots by midday. Seas: Below 1 metre increasing to 1 to 2 metres by midday. Swell: Southwesterly 0.5 metres, increasing to 0.5 to 1 metre in the south late afternoon.

Thursday: Winds: Southwesterly 15 to 25 knots turning southerly 10 to 15 knots during the afternoon. Seas: 1 to 2 metres decreasing to below 1 metre during the evening. Swell: Southwesterly 0.5 metres.

farmers do what they can to ensure the best production outcomes.

“Australian farmers are in a very good position to profit from the losses abroad – they are likely to harvest a big crop at a big price which is historically unusual,” he says.

“There will also be struggles for livestock feeders in finding enough grain for their animals and this will be particularly evident for China who we expect will buy a larger share of Australian feed

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Following a number of recent reported dog attacks in South Australia, the Dog and Cat Management Board is issuing a reminder that there are some common sense approaches when meeting a dog and for owning and caring for one.

DCMB Executive Officer Ben Luxton said the community needed to start looking at how to prevent a dog from attacking or harassing others in the first place.

“On the face of it, you might say that it would be easy to identify a dangerous breed and remove it from our community, but the reality is that every dog has the capacity to bite,” Ben said “There is significant research both in Australia and internationally that just identifying a particular breed as dangerous, is not an effective legislative approach in reducing dog attacks.”

“What dog owners might not realise is that along with ongoing training and socialising, desexing the family dog has been proven to reduce levels of aggression in their pet.

“In fact, we know that dogs that are not desexed are more likely to bite than those that are.

“Desexing of dogs also results in a range of well known benefits for the family pet and their owners, including specific health benefits for dogs, improvement in sociability, and a reduction in unwanted litters.

“Only 64% of South Australia’s nearly 300,000 registered dogs are desexed, leaving close to 110,000 that are not.”

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wheat in the year ahead.”

Mr Chong said: “The Australian crop is not yet in the bin, but if its a good harvest we’ll be in a strong place to take advantage of the fundamentals at play.

It’s unusual for the market to see such a coming together of supply-side issues all in one marketing year.”

Australian grain would be absorbed by the Asian market particularly China, replacing Black Sea and US crops, mainly in feed grains.

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Thursday: Cloudy. Isolated showers until late afternoon, more frequent in the south. Wind west to southwesterly 20 to 30 km/h tending south to southwesterly and becoming light during the day.

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seasons,” Mr Basse says.

Raised on a dairy and grain farm in Wisconsin, Mr Basse graduated from the University of Wisconsin in 1979 and began his first job with Professional Farmers of America as director of market research with Brock Associates before heading the research division of GNP Commodities, Chicago.

In 1989 he foundedAgResource Company.

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“We’re expecting 190200 million metric tonnes to be lost in grain and oilseed production this year due to the US drought,” Mr Basse says.

“These losses are equivalent to losing 10 Australian wheat crops in the same year – so it’s going to be very bullish on world grain markets while this plays out.” Mr Basse refers to a “trifecta

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of weather abnormalities” taking place around the world – the US drought being the worst since 1936, combined with significant production downgrades in Russia, and more recently the Indian monsoon – which meant a lot of volatility in global grain markets.

“Australia will need a strong wheat harvest this year and will be a crucial player in bringing muchneeded supply onto the market for the 2012 to 2013

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Push to sell council waste depot THE now closed Everard Waste Depot could be sold in coming months following a motion submitted at last week’s Wakefield Regional Council meeting.

Western ward councillor, Richard Pain, moved for council to sell all, or part of the land, Council still operates a waste transfer station at the site but a majority of the remaining land of about 375 hectares, which includes a mining lease, remains unused.

The land was officially purchased in 2005/06 with the intention of establishing a regional waste facility.

Cr Pain said it had now been five or six years, with the waste depot now closed and the major project unlikely to come

Why are we holding it? asks Cr Pain Les Pearson reports:

to fruition any time soon.

“I don’t see any point holding on to land we speculatively may use in the future,” he said.

“If it doesn’t happen shortly and it does eventuate, say in 10 years time, our interest payments will be sky-high for this portion of land.”

Cr Pain felt if there was genuine immediate interest from other nearby councils to establish such a facility, similar to Inkerman, retaining the land wouldn’t be such an issue.

“If we’re sitting on it now, with only the possibility the surround-

ing councils coming on board in five years, we are open to financial risk,” he said.

“To set up something like they have at Inkerman is a mammoth cost exercise.

“Unless other councils are willing to come in on this, we would never be in the financial position to do it by ourselves.

Mayor, James Maitland, said discussions had been held with other councils but that was as far as anything had got.

The point was also raised the site is a good source of quality rubble.

“How much road rubble are we using out of it at the moment?” Cr Pain posed.

“We’re not using any,” responded Michael Rankine.

“It is set it up as a mining lease, there is rubble there for sale, about 2000 tonnes of it.”

Mr Maitland explained the rubble had not been used because it was often sourced nearer to where works were occurring.

“The biggest cost of rubble other than crushing it, is carting it,” he said.

“This is another reason I ask, why are we holding it?” Cr Pain again posed.

“We need to get another report back forecasting that very issue,” Mr Maitland responded.

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Central ward councillor, Maurice Tiller, believed it would be worth waiting for the market to pick up.

“Land values have dropped, so it might be the wrong time to sell,” he said Fellow Central ward

councillor, David Lamond, then moved an amendment to the motion, which replaced it with the recommendation listed in the agenda, stipulating council receive another report on the matter.

WRC chief executive officer, Cate Atkinson, said a thorough breakdown of the site’s future would be presented

following some further discussion with nearby councils. Subject to this report, council could then consider sale of portion or all of the land, as it so wishes.

Mrs Atkinson said she would present the report back to council before the end of the financial year.

The amended motion was carried.

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New guidelines for street traders WAKEFIELD Regional Council is developing a new policy to control street traders operating in the district.

WRC governance officer, Brian Shields, said several traders had recently contacted council looking to trade in the area.

“We’ve had three enquiries over a period of six to eight months from different mobile vans asking for a permit to sell wares on the sides of roads in the district,” he said.

Such traders included a mobile fish stall and a hot food van.

With no current policy regarding such trading in place, Mr Shields said it was necessary to put something official together, similar to what is applied at other councils.

“A number of other councils in the state have a specific policy,” he said.

Having worked with Renmark Paringa Council in the past, Mr Shields said it had an allowance for ice cream vans to work along the riverfront but WRC’s policy would predominantly look to support established local businesses that pay rates.

Fear not cup cake and cornflake cookie lovers, the coveted community trading tables and bake sale fundraisers will not be affected.

“This policy will not apply to local community organisations,” Mr Shields confirmed.

“It will specifically exempt them.”

Council is looking for feedback on the policy, which can be viewed at its office or on the WRC website.

Any comments can be supplied in writing to council until the close of business on Friday, September 7.

Auburn prepares for Carnival

YEARS 6 and 7 students at Balaklava Primary School have been studying the media and the role of journalists and newspapers in the community. As part of their studies, they wrote to Terry Williams, editor of the Plains Producer, asking him to come to the school to help them out with advice on writing reports and how newspapers work. Terry visited the school last Thursday, showing page negatives and plates used on presses to (from left): Anthony Deer, Jason Coult, Olivia McColl, Marko Mind and Sophie Wehr. Meanwhile, he was on the receiving end of the camera as the student “paparazzi” used the Plains Producer Nikon to snap hundreds of images.

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The Carnival, on the weekend of September 29 and 30, will feature music of all styles, film, theatre, puppets and more.

View the full program on hatsincsa. com or for more details, phone 8849 2420. Tickets through Venuetix on 8225 8888.

Gawler show The ABC has a new exhibition trailer which is coming to Gawler Show this weekend. Launched in April, the trailer has a working TV and radio studio, in which everyone can get involved.

You can read the news, sing a song or co-host a show. ABC local radio

briefly will also be presenting live broadcasts.

Another popular and enlarged display is expected to be varieties of olive oil.

Adult learning Federal Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion is encouraging everyone in Wakefield to get involved in local Adult Learners’ Week community activities, saying they were a great opportunity to discover new skills. Adult Learners’ Week runs from September 1-8.

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NEWS v Saddleworth Libs blame NBN for continuing mobile woes

ON COURSE WITH THE NOURSES AS THEY COME HOME AFTER ANOTHER KK RALLY ...

“Looking after your health starts with your kidneys” is the slogan of the Kidney Kar (KK) Rally.

Long term KK rally supporters, Saddleworth locals, Howard and Marilyn Nourse, took part in the 2012 rally, from August 14-24, which saw them travel more than 3000km from Mandurah, WA, across the Nullabor to finish in Bendigo.

The trip was longer as they had to drive to WA first to start!

The purpose of the rally is to spread the word in regional areas, about organ donation and kidney health.

It’s a cause close to the heart of the Nourses.

“When I was 10, my mother died from kidney failure, so I’ve always had an interest in kidney health,” said Marilyn.

“We’d always followed the rally too, through friends at Broken Hill.”

Howard started rally driving in 1995, and Marilyn joined him in 2002, and is the navigator. Who said women can’t read maps!

Due to getting older, but still young at heart, the

IN Saddleworth with the Kidney Kar Rally are (from left) Marilyn Nourse, Deb Lanyon, Howard Nourse and Peter Lanyon. – PICTURE: Lisa Redpath.

Saddle up with Marilyn and Howard Louise Michael reports:

Nourses changed in 2005 from the off-road rally group to the on-road Kidney Kar Kruise group – cars that travel on-road only and meet up with the off-road rally cars at the destination points at the end of the day.

Any one can enter the rally and drive any roadworthy and registered type of vehicle.

The Nourses drive their trusty 1969 VF Valiant, affectionately named “Old Green II”.

What happened to Old Green I, you ask? In 1997,

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obviously in Howard’s prime rally driving time, a telegraph pole jumped out in front of him.

Marilyn said “Old Green was written off, so we got another car which our granddaughter Courtney aptly named Old Green II.” The rally cars rolled into Saddleworth last Thursday for a short break, before heading to Murray Bridge, and then on to Bendigo on Friday.

Longest serving rally participant, Peter Lanyon of Sydney, was there with his daughter Deb. Peter said:

“Years ago, my daughter, Jodie, had a kidney transplant, but it wasn’t successful and she passed away.

“What started out as a fun event to raise awareness of kidney disease, has developed into the big event it is today,” he said.

Funds raised from the rally go to supporting the annual Kidney Kids Camp.

The camp enables children who have received a transplant, have kidney disease or are on dialysis, and their siblings, to enjoy a few days each year together at a different place in Australia.

Medical staff also go on the camps.

Howard and Marilyn are already looking forward to 2013 rally, which will go from Tamworth via Bundaberg to Armidale.

“We get to see most of Australia. The best trip so far was in 2007, which went from Darwin to Dubbo, via Birdsville and Cape Crawford,” said Marilyn.

If anyone would like to join the Nourses and the other 80 rally cars, check the rally website or phone 1300 300 544.

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The Federal Opposition has criticised the Gillard government’s response to the Sinclair Review into regional Telecommunications.

The tri-annual Regional Telecommunications Review provides a snapshot of services in regional Australia and identifies consumer and business concerns.

The review found mobile phone coverage was the top telecommunications issue in regional Australia. It recommended the government introduce a co-investment program with state and local government to improve mobile coverage.

Shadow Minister for Regional Communications, Luke Hartsuyker, said the government had decided not to fund any new programs until the NBN (National Broadband Network) fixed wireless network was completed in 2015.

He said this meant regional communities would have to wait at least another three years for improved mobile phone reception.

“This is a slap in the face for regional Australians hoping for better mobile phone coverage,” Mr Hartsuyker said “For the cost of rolling out the NBN over one week, many mobile phone blackspots could be fixed across regional Australia,” he said.

CENSUS SNAPSHOT

VIRGINIA

More people in a diverse community

IS Virginia’s population growth a sign of urban sprawl, or have more people gone into vegetable production?

Since the 2006 Census, total population grew by almost 300 people, from 1434 to 1748 in 2011.

Despite the swell in numbers, the general age demographic remained steady, with the median age remaining steady at 38.

In yet another stagnant statistic, marriage data also barely altered, with married couples making up 53.7 per cent of the local population, up slightly on 53.3 per cent five years ago.

That slight growth was not reflected in the divorced numbers though, up 0.2 per cent to 11.1 per cent in 2011.

Reflective of the next generation coming through, the number of residents born in Australia grew from 56.6 per cent five years ago, to 62.5 per cent.

A drop of Vietnam-born residents was noted, falling about three per cent to reflect 9.7 per cent of the population.

Italian, Greek and Cambodian-born statistics also fell marginally, while English-born residents jumped about two per cent, from 3.4 per cent in 2006, to 5.2 per cent last year.

This general decline in foreign-born residents also had an impact on languages spoken at home, with only English spoken in 55.7 per cent of households, up on

45.3 per cent five years ago. Vietnamese recorded the biggest slide, spoken in 16.3 per cent of homes, a drop of seven per cent.

Greek (two per cent), Italian (0.7 per cent), Khmer (0.1 per cent) and Turkish (0.3 per cent) were other languages to record marginal falls.

As cultures appear fast disappearing from this notoriously multi-cultural community, religious affiliation also fell away. Buddhism (13.3 per cent, down 7.8 per cent) and Eastern Orthodox (13.1 per cent, down 3.8 per cent) recorded drops.

As a result, respondents with no religious affiliation grew to 18.5 per cent, up 8.7 per cent.

Anglicans and Catholics were the only religions to record growth over the five-year period, Anglican up 0.9 per cent to 8.4 per cent and Catholics marginally grew from 21.8 per cent to 22.3 per cent.

If you rent a property in Virginia, chances are you’ve been stung by the violently inflating rental price.

The median rental price in town was $132 per week in 2006, compared to the national average of $190.

Come 2011 though, the median rent per week kicked to $190, compared to $220 on a national scale.

Mortgage repayments also went through the roof. The average monthly mortgage repayment in Virginia was

Go ‘hydro’

Australian vegetable growers can’t afford to ignore hydroponics if they want to keep up with the rest of the world.

That’s according to Nuffield scholar Hieu Minh Ly, who is a hydroponic tomato grower in Virginia.

“It’s such a huge industry now – about five per cent of growers in our area are converting every year,” Hieu said.

“We really need to jump on to it now because Australia is lagging behind the rest of the world.” $2000, compared to a national average of $1800.

The $2000 figure was double the 2006 average monthly mortgage repayment.

The people of Virginia are also dealing with spiralling weekly rent and repaying double off of their mortgage compared to five years ago.

In summary, there are more people in Virginia, less foreign-born residents who speak more English, less people with a religious affiliation.

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NEWS v District

RSPCA WARNS ‘EVEN PONY CLUBS’ COULD BE AFFECTED BY TRANSPORT RULE:

Bravery award to Freeling man

New livestock regulations

The RSPCA has announced a six month “grace period” to help South Australians adjust to new regulations for transporting livestock.

The new rules could impact on many people – even when transporting horses or alpacas.

RSPCA (SA) Chief Inspector Simon Richards said the new national standards, developed in consultation with the RSPCA, would ensure a high and consistent benchmark for all livestock travelling by road and rail.

“The new regulations apply to a

range of species, from alpacas and horses to pigs and pigeons,” he said.

“It is the responsibility of anyone involved in the management of livestock to ensure they are aware of their obligations under the new national standards.

“The rules affect everyone involved in the management of livestock for transport – whether you are a mass producer, a hobby farmer or even a member of a pony club.

“The RSPCA is the agency primarily responsible for compliance of the Animal Welfare Act, 1985

and its subordinate regulations.

For the first six months, until February 28, 2013, the RSPCA will limit its response to formal cautions for breaches of the new regulations as they apply to the land transport of livestock, unless there is evidence of harm to an animal.

“The RSPCA Inspectorate will provide guidance, advice and support to anyone who seeks clarification or assistance in developing procedures or strategies to ensure compliance.”

The new standards cover planning and preparation for transport,

RAYMOND Eric McMillan, of Freeling, is one of 13 South Australians to receive an Australian Bravery Award from the Governor-General.

The awards recognise the heroic actions of those who have placed the safety and lives of others before their own. There were 84 national recipients this year.

Mr McMillan received a Brave Conduct Commendation for coming to the rescue of a man in a cattle yard near his home of Sheoak Log. The incident occurred on January 16, 2005, when a man had been attacked by a bull while attempting to unload the animal from a truck.

time off water and whether an animal is “fit to load”.

While transport standards are now uniform across Australia, the penalties will differ according to each State’s laws.

In South Australia, the maximum penalty for breaching the Animal Welfare Act is two years imprisonment, or a $20,000 fine.

For an aggravated offence, it increases to four years imprisonment or a $50,000 fine.

For further information, visit the RSPCA website www.rspcasa. org.au.

BALAKLAVA

Special family day at Horizon

Grandparents and Special Friends day is an exciting time at Balaklava’s Horizon Christian School. It was celebrated on Friday August 10 and grandparents and special friends were invited to visit the school and spend a morning in their grandchildren’s classes,They were then treated to morning tea and a special assembly. This year the school welcomed nearly 150 people. n LEFT: Caleb McPharlin and Carmen Palmer with grandparents Peter and Lyn McPharlin

n ABOVE: Year 4/5 teacher Leah Magor with her Gran, Jean Stewart. n LEFT: William Manuel with grandparents Margaret Manuel and John and Pat Casey, of Peterborough.

Book week fun – HORIZON continued a busy period for

the school, with Book Week celebrations. The primary students (and staff) dressed as their favourite book characters and enjoyed a parade in the Horizon centre, then returned to classes and took part in activities based around this year’s short listed books. Pictured BELOW are Mikaela Whiley and Jessica Romeo, as Dorothy and the Mad Hatter. n NEXT PAGE: Two Wells students in more great pictures

South Australia’s Marine Parks South Australia's marine parks will help us maintain the health of our marine environment and the amazing marine life that lives within it, some of which is found nowhere else on earth.

Draft management plans and impact statements for SA’s 19 marine parks are now available for public review. Copies of these documents are available: • online at www.marineparks.sa.gov.au • from the Department of Environment, Water and Natural Resources at 1 Richmond Road, Keswick SA 5035 • at upcoming public information sessions to be held across the state.

Public information sessions will be held at the following venues and times. You are welcome to drop in at any time during a session.

Location

Venue

Address

Day

Date

Time

Port Victoria

Soldiers Memorial Hall

Main Street, Port Victoria

Saturday

1 Sep

1pm – 5pm

Port Moorowie

Craigard Hall

Camperdown Tce, Port Moorowie

Sunday

2 Sep

9am – 11am

Edithburgh

Edithburgh Institute Town Hall

Blanche St, Edithburgh

Sunday

2 Sep

1pm – 5pm

Moonta

Town Hall

67 George St, Moonta

Friday

7 Sep

3pm – 7pm

Marion Bay

Community Hall

Slow St, Marion Bay

Saturday

8 Sep

1pm – 5pm

Ardrossan

Town Hall

Corner First and Fourth St, Ardrossan

Sunday

9 Sep

10am – 12noon

Pt Wakefield

Eagles Sports and Community Centre

Thomas Crescent, Port Wakefield

Sunday

9 Sep

2pm – 6pm

Full details of further public information sessions are available online at www.marineparks.sa.gov.au or freecall 1800 006 120.

Interested persons may send written comments in relation to the draft management plans by close of business 22 October 2012. Comments should be addressed to:: SA Marine Park Submissions Department of Environment, Water and Natural Resources GPO Box 1047, Adelaide SA 5001 or email to marineparks@sa.gov.au

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NEWS v Two Wells

Characters come to life Book Week parade entertains everyone If you happened to visit Two Wells Primary School last Thursday you might have been surprised to see the students had all turned into characters from much loved books, nursery rhymes and movies.

The metamorphous was all part of Book Week celebrations, with the staff and students celebrating in high sprits, despite the cold and wintry weather.

Although the annual parade through the streets of the town was cancelled, everyone gathered in the school’s gym and watched as each class paraded past and showed off their fun, clever and inspiring costumes.

There were witches and pirates galore, fairies, villains, lots of cute rabbits and superheroes, a few Cat in the Hats, even a Viking ship and an army of little Vikings. Jessie from the Toy Story was there, as was The Mad Hatter and the White Rabbit.

The parade was just one of many activities throughout the week in recognition of Book Week and its theme of Champions Read.

Earlier in the week, the students watched an engaging performance called “Pass The Poetry Please”.

REPORT & PICTURES: Bec O’Brien Classes were also involved in a treasure hunt around the school based on the theme and some classes visited the Two Wells Public Library Things got busier last Friday, when it was “grandparents day” with a concert, morning tea and sausage sizzle attended by many parents, grand parents, great-grandparents, friends and family

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ABOVE: Kaitlyn Harrison, Laura Oakley and Amber Phillips.

LEFT: Reception student, Blake Harris, parades with his classmates in a Viking boat.

BELOW: Harry Potter (Liam Hoile) was flanked by these two rather cute witches (AKA Deana Musolino and Jade Skelton).

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Leah and Jaime Stringer, left, were lucky enough to have their great-nana, Gwen Modra and their nana, Carolyn Maguire (right) visit on Grandparents Day.

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NEWS v Balaklava

Rescuing the Rocks Volunteers, NYNRM and council start the process to revitalise our popular picnic area

IT took four hours for a team of 30 volunteers to plant about 600 trees at the Rocks reserve last Sunday.

Organised by Wakefield Regional Council (WRC), the planting is designed to revilalise the area and hopefully prevent further damage by off-road vehicles.

The $41,000 project is funded from a Northern and Yorke NRM board grant of $30,000, with $500 “in kind” support and a $10,500 contribution from WRC. The trees were planted on the hillside above the car park and on the areas surrounding the toilet block. Work started about 10am and finished by 2pm, with a tasty lunch provided.

Varieties planted included Acacia notabilis (notable wattle) and sclerophylla (hard leaved wattle); allocasuarina verticillata (drooping sheoak); eucalyptus porosa (mallee box) and melaleuca acuminata

n ABOVE: YAC, the Youth Advisory Committee mascot, gets into the act with YAC members (from left) Holly Cowan, Lisa Redpath and Alexandra Wilson. n LEFT: Heidi (left) and Linda Zerk busily constructing tree guards. n BELOW: Scouts (from left) Bailey and Tayla Roberts, Nickolas Paech and Jaike Green prepare to plant.

n LEFT: Brock Hore helps his auntie, Kimberley Brownlie and her sons, Jaden and Ethan, plant a tree.

n ABOVE: Team effort – Demi, Carl and Riley Leach. (mallee honey myrtle) and lanceolata (dryland tea tree).

Next steps as part of the project are: • Place bollards and boulders and to erect signage to restrict vehicle access to designated areas.

• Educational signage on local vegetation, flora and animals • Continued weed control of declared and exotic weeds •Road rehabilitation/construction for all weather access within the vehicle access area only.

Another planting day will be held next year, also including revegetation of native grasses.

Ironically, several groups arrived to ride motor cycles as the trees were being planted.

All left the area without riding their bikes. None offered to help plant a tree!

Balaklava Scouts were busy helpers, along with a small group of local residents.

WRC’s Youth Advisory Council (YAC) supported the day by providing lunch – and helpers – with a special visit from their YAC mascot.

WRC acting community development officer, Carly Friedrichs, said the day had been “a great achievement.”

On behalf of council, Carly thanked all who attended and the NYNRM Board.

n Dad Derek Hor gives son Brock e some tips on handling a shov el.

n RIGHT: Erica and Dwayne Menzies were amongst the small group of volunteers planting trees. n PICTURES: Lisa Redpath

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NEWS v Owen

EARLY bulk grain handling, circa 1955.

COMMUNITY STORY BOARD BRINGS OWEN TO LIFE AND PROUDLY PROCLAIMS...

PROUDLY showing off the new shelter are community members (from left) Ron Helps, Brian Parker, George Helps, Chris Rogers and Mary Freebairn.

‘Heart of the Plains’

It’s taken just over two years, but the Information Bay at Owen is finished – and it’s well worth the wait!

Situated on Railway terrace, next door to Silky Pratt Park, the bay provides visitors and locals alike with both the history and current facilities, of the town.

A sub-committee of the Owen Community Centre (OCC) was set up some time ago to get the ball rolling.

The committee, consisting of Brian Parker, Mary Freebairn, historical railway buff Chris Rogers, Laurel Mitton and Joy Woodroofe, spent countless hours collecting and collating information, and gathering and copying photos.

According to Brian Parker, as the bay was going to be situated near the railway line, the group initially thought the photo board would have just a railway photo theme.

But when other photos popped up, they decided to include a farming side, showing crops, and comparing old and new farming machinery and vehicles.

Everyone from the town and district, searched their drawers for old photos, with one particular photo found stumping the locals.

No-one can remember the house near the Institute being a shop named “RW Ellis”, which sold Elephant Tea! Born and bred locals, brothers George, 93, and Ron Helps 88, each feature in a farming photo (and they can’t remember RW Ellis either!)

One side of the photo board is titled “Owen – Heart of the Plains” and includes two sections of information and photos for “The town of Owen” and “Up and down the line.”

The other side, titled “From Scrubland to Farmland” includes a brilliant aerial town

Report: Louise Michael PictureS: Lisa Redpath photo, and a mixture of colour and black and white farming photos.

Keeping in line with the railway theme, the display board is covered by a bull-nosed roof resembling the old train stations, which was designed and made by Ahrens’ of Sheoak Log. To complement the area, an old plainland cultivator, originally owned by Dredge Lake, who farmed between Owen and Alma, is on display.

A fence and gate, once part of Woods’ railway siding north of Owen, has been put together by fencing contractor Peter Lloyd and local helpers.

The fence was originally shipped from England in 1870s and has a special tightening device on the posts which adjusts wire tension.

Brian said, “This has been a wholecommunity effort, portraying the railway and highlighting the town as it was then.”

“We are going to put two brochure holders on the board too,” said Mary.

“One brochure will have a list of old attractions and landmarks in and around Owen, complete with GPS co-ordinates so people can find them.”

“The other will have a list of what’s currently on and available in the town, such as sports, school, churches and businesses,” said Mary.

OCC thanked the community for contributions and donations, from photos, to time and labour, which enabled such a magnificent information bay and surrounds to be completed.

It looks great and is certainly worth a visit.

Check it out next time you’re passing through.

Plains Producer, Wednesday August 29, 2012

BROTHERS Ron and George Helps point to themselves in images displayed as a reminder of farming as it was.

RIGHT: Just some of the many photos displayed.

BELOW: The story of Owen.

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SPORT v Netball

Zealous end to Tigers’ season REPORT: Les Pearson A SLUGGISH Virginia was able to overcome an early challenge from United at Long Plains on Saturday, the Rams running out 29-point winners.

Virginia full forward, Brendon Niklaus, booted seven goals to claim the APFL leading goal kicker award by one straight kick over Balaklava’s Glenn Dawson.

It was the most positive aspect from an otherwise underwhelming performance, according to Rams coach, Greg Phillips.

“United came out hard and really had a go, they were always going to,” he said.

The Tigers jumped out to a handy two-goal lead and were just nine points down at three quarter time.

“We came in with a bit of a plan and it came off in the first three quarters,” United coach, Travis Opitz said.

Opitz played his second game for the season in a forward pocket, directing his forward line to play up the ground.

This effectively took dangerous Virginia defender, Graham Rigney, up the field and Simon Schulz played a similar role on in-form half back flanker, Emmanuel Tsimiklis.

“We handled the ball well, our forward line functioned well, so it was a good, competitive game,” Opitz said.

“We hung onto the footy and took a bit longer to make our decisions.”

The Tigers went for a small forward line, Ross Sharer (three goals) backing up with another great game.

Phillips said his team’s accountability was lacking in the first half.

“We addressed that at half time and really lifted our work rate,” he said Phillips was disappointed his team didn’t come out to play from the first siren.

“In finals, you can’t afford to give other teams a start like that, otherwise, you could be looking at being five or six goals down,” he said.

“From the middle of the week, we have to get better at preparing ourselves for games and come out switched on.”

It is a pivotal week heading into a knock-out final against Mallala, a club the Rams are only too familiar with at the pointy end of the season.

“We haven’t forgotten they beat us by a point in that grand final a few years ago,” Phillips said.

“It’s so important we get our match-ups right and Joel Montgomerie is watched closely.”

“Chris James has hit good form for us in the ruck and Troy Wilkey will be back after being in Bali for a wedding.

“I would have stolen his passport if we were playing for a spot in the finals on the weekend, it would have came down to that.”

This week’s preparations will be slightly altered, with the first semi final on a Sunday.

To allow for this, the senior teams will be training on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Monday’s session was mainly recovery based, while tonight’s training will be at full tilt before winding things back a bit on Friday with a lighter session, followed by a team meeting.

Phillips called on the supporters to get along to training and support the team.

“They’ve been there all year for us, so it would be good to get them around the club again this week,” he said.

The loss brings the Tigers’ season to an end, their competitiveness against the odds in recent weeks leaving Opitz wondering what could have been.

“As a group, we’re not far off,” he said.

“We have a lot of promise, so if we make four or five right moves, we could be right back up there.”

That said, Opitz also revealed he won’t be coaching United next season, opting to pull on the boots and play some B grade footy for the club, while following his son, Liam, who plays at Modbury.

“I do want to coach again but it would be at another club,” he said.

“It is difficult to coach a club where you’ve played 200 games of footy, I just get too passionate.

“I’m just looking forward to watching the A grade next year and having a game of B grade.”

At the end of his three-year stint, in a total of four years coaching the A grade, Opitz said guiding his team to an unlikely finals berth last year was a highlight.

“It made me want to go around again this year,” he said.

The coach tipped midfielder, Heath Pym, as the club’s favourite for its best and fairest award, with Will Banton, Brad Shimmin and Mikey Brown also in the mix.

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Final score virginia 13.20 (98) d united tigers 10.9 (69) Goals Virginia – B Niklaus 7, S Papanotis 2, A Bascombe 1, M Sajewicz 1, P Mylonopoulos 1, M Lazenka 1. United – R Sharer 3, S Schulz 2, H Pym 2, S Harding 1, B Merry 1, A Fleming 1

n MARKED! Ernest Raschilla firmly marks for Virginia in the senior colts on Saturday, in front of United’s Kevin McArdle, with umpire Nick Kolisnyk watching play.

APFL life ban for Hay REPORT: Les Pearson

THE Adelaide Plains Football League has deregistered Virginia player, Michael Hay, meaning he will no longer play football in the league.

APFL president, Brad Busch, said the league directors acted after discovering Hay’s suspension record had breached the 16-game quota that would require a life ban under new nation-wide de-registration laws.

“The board acted the minute it found out,” Mr Busch said.

Virginia coach, Greg Phillips, was disappointed with the decision, made on Friday last week.

“It was a distraction we didn’t need at this time of year but life goes on,” Phillips said.

Umpires coach, Doug

Tallboy, had met with the Rams players, including Hay, last week, and outlined what conduct was expected from the players.

Phillips felt the decision was in reaction to what he believed to be unfair comments about the club’s lack of discipline from others in the league.

“We want disciplined players here and if they’re going to get suspended at this time of year, I won’t take it,” Phillips said.

“They would be basically signing an automatic clearance and that applies to everyone at the club.

“It is important our A and B grade set a high standard, so people in the area want to play at our club.”

n tiger Jake Zeidas takes a mark for United during the junior colts match at Long Plains on Saturday.

n tiger Khobi Dalgleish and Ram Andrew Hollands in competition for a mark during the junior colts game.

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SPORT v Football n PECKERS Glenn Dawson and Jonathon Brice and Magpie Jake Birchmore fly for a mark during Saturday’s A grade clash.

A polished performance Peckers look to semi final against Roosters

Final score balaklava 18.11 (119) d mallala 12.9 (81) Goals: Balaklava – G Dawson 6, J Brice 5, L Michael 3, B Catford 2, J Michael 1, T McPharlin 1. Mallala – S Hahn 5, B Montgomery 3, J Walsh 2, J Earl 1, D Feeley 1.

Best: Balaklava – T McPharlin, H Walker, L Michael, G Dawson, J Brice, J Michael.

Mallala – J Montgomerie, B Hardie, J Wildbore, B Moffatt, S Hahn

• From back page Jason Earl was mopping up beautifully across half back and Dan Feeley looked dangerous in a roaming half-forward role.

“Our execution and processes were very good early,” Lubcke said.

“It was just the third quarter that really hurt us and there was a patch in the second term where we had a bit of a lull as well.”

That lull included a brain-fade from experienced midfielder, Brad Hardie, who was playing well before getting sent off for a late shot on Glenn Dawson, resulting in a goal to Balaklava.

The Peckers produced their best footy for many weeks after half time, slamming on seven goals to none, Dawson (six goals), Brice (five goals) and Lachy Michael (three goals) all playing their part up forward.

Mallala controlled the first half of the final term and threatened early, although some vital missed set shots took the sting out of any possible revival.

“I was pleased we were able to regroup in the last quarter and get the initiative back and control the play,” Lubcke said.

“Last time, we capitulated so it was good in that respect that we actually held on.”

Peckers coach, Stuart Lamond, was thrilled by the response from his team after an early challenge.

“They came out with some real intensity and we expected that,” he said.

“Their finishing and efficiency was better than ours in that first quarter.

“I certainly liked our attack on the ball and the contest after that, and our intensity really lifted with it.

“To put together our best footy at this time of year was pleasing.”

Around the ground, Mallala’s Joel Montgomerie was locked in an epic head-to-head battle with Balaklava’s Todd McPharlin.

Both players were deservedly named best for their respective clubs in the end.

“Joel had a fair influence early on but Todd was really good for us, the whole midfield group actually stood up too,” Lamond said.

The top of the table finish means the Peckers take on Two Wells this Saturday at Long Plains, a grand final berth on the line.

“At the end of the day, they’re probably the team to beat, as their last eight or nine weeks have been pretty good,” Lamond said.

“We’ve definitely got improvement in us still, so it’s going to be a hardfought game, no doubt.”

As for Brice’s knee injury, he remained hopeful.

“It’s probably not as bad as we first thought,” Lamond said.

Mallala heads to Lochiel on Sunday, playing off against Virginia for a spot in the preliminary final.

“It will be a pretty hard-fought game with (Brendon) Niklaus up forward and strong bodies across each line, so it will be important for us to get the ball out and use our pace a bit,” Lubcke said.

n BRENTON Lamond marks for Balaklava ahead of Mallala’s Kristopher Barry.

n BOTH Magpie Ben Martin and Pecker Chad Ruiz have their eyes firmly fixed on the footy during Saturday’ A grade clash.

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Balaklava Mallala

A Grade

4.1 9.4 16.9 18.11 6.1 9.3 9.4 12.9

(119) (81)

Goals Balaklava: G Dawson 6, J Brice 5, L Michael 3, B Catford 2, J Michael 1, T McPharlin 1. Mallala: S Hahn 5, B Montgomery 3, J Walsh 2, J Earl 1, D Feeley 1 Best Balaklava: T McPharlin, H Walker, L Michael, G Dawson, J Brice, J Michael. Mallala: J Montgomerie, B Hardie, J Wildbore, B Moffatt, S Hahn

Virginia United

3.3 8.8 9.15 13.20 5.4 7.4 9.6 10.9

(98) (69)

Goals Virginia: B Niklaus 7, S Papanotis 2, A Bascombe 1, M Sajewicz 1, P Mylonopoulos 1, M Lazenka 1. United: R Sharer 3, S Schulz 2, H Pym 2, S Harding 1, B Merry 1, A Fleming 1 Best Virginia: M Young, B Niklaus, B Russel, P Mylonopoulos, A Mark, A Johnston. United: R Sharer, H Pym, S Harding, M Brown, J McArdle, N Starr

Two Wells 5.2 9.8 16.10 24.16 Hamley Bridge 1.2 2.4 4.5 4.6

(160) (30)

Goals Two Wells: J Allmond 6, T Leighton 5, A Pontt 2, A Hardiman 2, B Spiteri 2, L Franklin 1, K Leighton 1, B Slattery 1, D Hines 1, N Seccafien 1, J Morrison 1, S Barker 1. Hamley Bridge: V Thach 3, S Hanson 1 Best Two Wells: J Allmond, N Seccafien, B Hart, K Leighton, B Spiteri, T Leighton. Hamley Bridge: C Taylor, D Norman, D Ellis, T Miller, A Natt, V Thach

Reserves

Two Wells 4.2 9.6 16.10 20.13 Hamley Bridge 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0

(133) (12)

Goals Two Wells: A Cavallaro 5, R Oxenham 2, S Bond 2, D Lamont 2, D Hooper 2, D Coats 1, C Lamont 1, C McDonald 1, H Ramsay 1, J Dimasi 1, T Wake 1, S Wise 1. Hamley Bridge: S Norman 1, N Jones 1 Best Two Wells: S Wise, S Bond, A Cavallaro, M Daly, C Lamont, T Markou. Hamley Bridge: J Eastwood, K Hewitt, L Henneker, B Farrugia, N Hatt, N Coombes

Balaklava Mallala

2.2 6.7 7.7 10.8 3.0 4.0 6.0 7.2

(68) (44)

Goals Balaklava: O Hearnden 3, J McPharlin 2, L Guy 2, L Williams 1, A Williams 1, D Tezacker 1. Mallala: B Tucker 3, D Tiller 2, H Riley 1, W Farrelly 1 Best Balaklava: S Henderson, A Williams, P Georg, J Tiller, G Willmer, K Ruiz. Mallala: L Gosling, W Farrelly, J Wildbore, H Riley, L Helps, D Jennings

Virginia United

1.2 7.4 9.5 13.6 6.3 8.4 11.5 13.5

(84) (83)

Goals Virginia: C Mylonopoulos 4, J Platt 3, S Boitcheff 2, A Leo 1, R Desmond 1, T Lioulios 1, C Campbell 1. United: J Rundle 6, D Carter 4, B Brown 2, B Sobey 1 Best Virginia: C Mylonopoulos,

J Versari, A Seccafien, M Mejer, S Lioulios, C Halkias. United: B Brown, J Rundle, B Starr, T Taylor, D Carter, S Dalgleish

Senior Colts

Mallala Balaklava

1.2 2.4 4.6 6.6 2.0 2.0 3.1 5.2

(42) (32)

Virginia United

6.4 15.6 19.10 19.10 2.2 4.3 4.6 4.28

(124) (52)

Two Wells 2.7 4.12 6.15 12.19 Hamley Bridge 0.4 4.7 7.8 7.9

(91) (51)

Goals Mallala: J Dunstan 3, A Coe 2, D Kearns 1. Balaklava: J Butterfield 2, R Doherty 1, J Speissegger 1, H Veitch 1 Best Mallala: J Good, D Kearns, R Konzag, J Watson, B Jenkin. Balaklava: R Logan, J Harkness, R Harris, B Krieg, L Speissegger, H Veitch Goals Virginia: S Peter 6, A Pogas 2, B Galic 1, E Raschilla 1, J Jones 1, T Smith 1, N Piscioneri 1, T Collins 1, S Piscioneri 1, M Musolino 1, R Hollands 1, L Begetis 1, L Harper 1. United: J Pratt 3, W Bedell 1 Best Virginia: R Saunders, N Piscioneri, L Harper, M Musolino, L Begetis, C Stronach. United: R Lane Goals Two Wells: B Calvett 3, J Brander 2, L Goss 2, J Henneker 2, W Hart 1, H Gameau 1, M Wylie 1. Hamley Bridge: T Darwin 3, R Darwin 1, J McCauley-Hall 1, C Buckby 1 Best Two Wells: J Henneker, J Mclennan, W Hart, D Heron, J Brander, J Wilson. Hamley Bridge: C Pidgeon, R Darwin, J Wedding, T Darwin, D Collings

Junior Colts

Balaklava Mallala

4.0 7.0 9.1 11.3 0.0 1.0 2.1 2.1

(69) (13)

United Virginia

4.4 7.5 9.8 9.10 0.0 0.0 1.0 6.5

(64) (41)

Two Wells 5.1 9.5 9.5 9.5 Hamley Bridge 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.21

(59) (21)

Goals Balaklava: C Arbon 9, J Michael 1, J Wehr 1. Mallala: B O’Leary 1, R Thorne 1. Best Balaklava: C Arbon, J Michael, J Wehr, D Michael, B Chapman, S Speissegger. Mallala: L Mathew, B O’Leary, R Thorne, L Oleary, J Tiller, G Plackett Goals United: D Coombe 2, R Curnow 2, M Waddell 1, D Page 1, J Zeidas 1. Virginia: C Marrone 2, A (P) Hollands 2, J Patrick 1, T Jones 1. Best United: D Coombe, R Curnow, J Zeidas, A Wilson, K Dalgleish, L Franklin. Virginia: J Patrick, C Rendall, E Johnson, C Johnson, I Marrone Goals Two Wells: K Giniotis 4, T McLeod 2, J Stankevicius 1, J Ludewig 1, L Billington 1. Best Two Wells: J Humphrys, L Barnett, B Manning, N Barnett, J Gameau, T McLeod. Hamley Bridge: C Buckby, C McCann, H McCabe, Z McCabe, L Raether, O Barnett.

NEFL results from Saturday - Round 17

A Grade

Blyth Snowtown 1.2 BBH 3.3

7.3 6.6

11.5 17.9 9.8 10.11

(111) (71)

Meyer, N. Adams, N. Krieg, A. Ashby. Eudunda/Robertstown - C. Pfeiffer, J. Kotz, J. Ross, J. Mclean, S. Waldhuter, J. Van Den Ham

Senior Colts

Goals: Blyth Snowtown - R. Darling 5, S. Atkinson 4, J. Agnew 2, L. Hewett 2, S. Clifford 2, A. Hentschke, M. Atkinson. BBH - D. Schell 7, T. Martin 2, S. Quinn Best: BS - G. Ottens, J. Cook, R. Darling, L. Hewett, N. Mccormack, J. Taylor BBH: J. Lynch, T. Dalla, M. Hall, W. Piggott, D. Schell, T. Riggs

Blyth Snowtown 3.6 9.12 13 .14 17.18 BBH 1.2 2.2 2.4 3.5

(120) (23)

Goals: SC - B. Murphy 2, C. Slattery 2, H. Ward, A. Heinrich, B. King. Min Man - N. Forrest 4, M. Young 3, B. Kerslake 3, J. Sandow, L. Mcdermid, S. Gibson Best: SC- B. Murphy, M. Leibelt, M. Vandeleur, B. Seymon, D. Minney, A. Heinrich. Min/Man - R. Mcdermid, N. Forrest, B. Sandow, J. Sandow, B. Kerslake, M. Young

South Clare Min/Man

10.0 17.1 0.1 1.1

24.1 3.2

31.5 4.3

(191) (27)

RSMU North Clare

4.4 1.0

8.8 5.3

12.11 6.4

(83) (40)

South Clare Min/Man

RSMU North Clare

1.5 3.2

4.7 4.7

7.9 7.8

7.10 13.12

6.3 13.5 17.10 25.11 2.0 5.2 7.2 9.3

(52) (90)

(161) (57)

Goals: RSMU - J. Vandeleur 8, T. Willmott 4, B. Koster 3, P. Clark 3, B. Geddes 2, S. Noack 2, D. Flavel 2, B. Mitchell. North Clare - A. Reidy 2, A. Amey, M. Catford, T. Moten, T. Pawley, M. Makin, M. Ward Best: RSMU - B. Koster, J. Vandeleur, T. Willmott, B. Mitchell, B. Geddes, D. Flavel. NC - A. Reidy, M. Phelan, T. Pawley, R. Hocking, M. Bannon, T. Moten

BSR 5.7 11.9 13.16 16.17 Eudunda/Robert 1.3 2.4 4.6 10 .7

(113) (67)

Goals: BSR - S. Hayes 5, C. Weckert 2, B. Pilkington, T. Weckert, A. Culbertson, P. Jones, N. Hayes, P. Wright, S. Goss, J. Hayes, D. Justin. Eudunda/Robertstown - C. Caven 4, R. Schmidt, K. Floyd, K. Dunstan, J. Michalk, J. Schutz, T. Baker Best: BSR - M. Thomas, J. Hayes, N. Hayes, P. Jones, A. Lehmann, A. Mackenzie. E/R - R. Prior, C. Caven, R. Doecke, J. Michalk, T. Sleep,

B Grade

Blyth Snowtown 3.3 BBH 2.3

7.4 2.5

10.8 2.7

13.8 6.7

(86) (43)

Goals: Blyth Snowtown - S. Dohnt 3, M. Thomas 2, J. Zweck 2, M. Stewart 2, R. Ottens, C. Kennett, R. Wandel. BBH - G. Thompson 4, C. Friebel, M. Cousins. Best: Blyth Snowtown - C. Kennett, M. Noble, R. Wandel, J. Zweck, R. Ottens, M. Thomas. BBH - C. Lynch, B. Patterson, B. Tiver, G. Thompson, M. Cousins, S. Kellock

South Clare Min/Man

2.2 1.3

4.3 1.5

7.4 4.7

9.7 6.9

(61) (45)

Goals: South Clare - M. Stopp 3, R. O’’Neill, S. Minney, J. Young, H. Carracher, B. Hennessey, P. Von Heythmanck. Min/Man - M. Nayda, T. Nicholls, P. Hogben, T. Smith, K. Allen, T. Pittaway Best: South Clare - D. Wallent, J. Dunstan, M. Stopp, G. Colbert, J. Dunstan, A. Gill. Min/Man - J. Curtis, M. Nayda, J. Latchford, T. Pittaway, M. Phillips, A. Bruce

RSMU North Clare

3.1 0.1

4.3 1.1

6.5 2.2

8.11 2.2

(59) (14)

Goals: RSMU - D. Vater 2, L. Molineux, D. Griffiths, D. Schulz, A. Power, J. Rainsford, T. Redden. North Clare - M. Dopson, . Redden Best: RSMU - B. Mcinerney, D. Griffiths, D. Schulz, A. Power, T. Redden, J. Schmaal. North Clare - B. Smith, S. Jaeschke, M. Norton, D. Smith, M. Hartwig, R. Tregilgas

BSR 1.1 Eudunda/Robert 2.1

4.2 2.3

6.3 6.6

7.4 10.10

(46) (70)

Goals: BSR - N. Krieg 2, K. Burgess 2, J. Burgess, S. Weckert, B. Jones. Eudunda/Robertstown - R. Westover 4, S. Geister 2, J. Ross 2, J. Kotz, S. Schmidt Best: BSR - S. Weckert, B. Kitschke, P.

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Goals: Blyth Snowtown - T. Eime 5, Z. Bennett 4, J. Andriske 3, J. Hunter 2, T. Salter, J. Ciardiello, C. Walkley. BBH - T. Wiech, A. Klinger, Best: Blyth Snowtown - T. Eime, J. Andriske, N. Schultz, A. Giles, T. Salter, L. Jaeschke. BBH - T. Wiech, L. Roth, A. Klinger, B. Radford, Goals: South Clare - P. Von Heythmanck 20, A. Falconer 3, W. Weetea 3, D. Mildren 2, M. Gall 2, J. Pearse. Min/Man - L. Smith, A. Richards, W. Pearson, T. Pittaway Best: South Clare - P. Von Heythmanck, W. Weetea, J. Wallent, A. Leighton, J. Pearse, K. Ward. Min/Man - A. Richards, A. Nixon, T. Milburn, T. Pittaway, A. Griffen, Z. Sims

7.5 3.2

Goals: RSMU - B. Heffernan 3, L. Michalanney 2, M. Rohde 2, J. Bowden 2, J. Talbot 2, P. Callery. North Clare - L. Jaeschke 2, J. Brown 2, J. Smith 2 Best: RSMU - L. Michalanney, P. Callery, H. Ball, J. Connell, M. Rohde, J. Tucker. North Clare - B. Fischer, B. Laidlaw, J. Smith, R. Hocking

BSR 1.0 1.1 4.1 6.1 Eudunda/Robert 5.3 11.6 15.8 20.11

(37) (131)

Goals: BSR - R. Fitzgerald 2, J. Kurth 2, T. Slade, T. Kurth.

Eudunda/Robertstown - B. Launer 8, J. Bugeja 2, C. Reese 2, J. Bugeja, D. Windsor, J. Schulz, J. Leditschke, S. Nietschke, K. Milde, M. Neville, I. Blumson. Best: BSR - T. Wilsdon, B. Noyce, D. Hayes, L. Hayes, J. Weckert, T. Slade. Eudunda/Robertstown - S. Nietschke, E. Dunstan, M. Neville, B. Launer, J. Leditschke

Junior Colts

Blyth Snowtown 7.7 14 .9 14.9 14.9 BBH 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0

(93) (0)

South Clare Min/Man

4.4 0.0

5.5 0.0

9.7 2.0

13.10 3.1

(88) (19)

RSMU North Clare

1.1 2.3 0.1 1.1

2.4 3.2

5.6 4.2

(36) (26)

Goals: Blyth Snowtown - J. Hunter 3, D. Giles 3, Z. Cocks 2, L. Cummins 2, W. Pratt, J. Cummins, L. Mcewin, W. Harris. Best: Blyth Snowtown - W. Harris, D. Giles, L. Mcewin, N. Barr, J. Hunter, B. Jacka. BBH-J. Lines, J. Kleinig, R. Webster, T. Hill, T. Sumner, I. Pearce Goals: South Clare - T. Nield 4, S. Willmott 4, A. Dare 2, B. Day, T. Hooper, B. Pearse. Min/Man - N. Bruce, W. Pearson, D. Nixon Best: South Clare - M. Jarvis, C. Gilbert, A. Dare, T. Nield, B. Day, B. Pearse. Min/Man - C. Nicholls, D. Willmott, A. Smith, N. Bruce, B. Jenner, W. Pearson

Final score: two wells 24.16 (160) d hamley bridge 4.6 (30) TWO Wells expectedly accounted for a battle-weary Hamley Bridge on Saturday, running out 130-point winners in a one-sided affair.

The Roosters had several changes from last week, Ryan McDonald, Luke Webb, Theo Markou and Steve Lange replaced by Lachy Franklin, Devon Hardiman, Dylan Wise and Shannon Slattery. It was Slattery’s A grade debut and the young ruckman did not let down Two Wells coach, Mark Thomson.

“I was pretty impressed with him, he didn’t do a thing wrong,” Thomson said.

The wet conditions did not lend themselves to a flowing game but the speed of the Roosters always had the Bombers on the hop. They dominated every quarter to win in a relative canter, all without star players, Lee Allmond and Simon Feast.

JarredAllmond dominated the match, finishing with six goals and probably the three votes.

Defender, Bryce Hart, was also named in the best players for the third time in as many matches. His return to the team has been impressive since overcoming a knee problem that threatened to derail his season, followed by a car accident.

“He hasn’t had a great deal of luck,” Thomson laughed.

“His last half of the season has been very good.”

Ben Spiteri (two goals) is also in ominous form with finals around the corner.

It’s the collective effort certainly producing the results of late. What’s surprising is Saturday’s team only had two players who weren’t at the club last year – Anthony Pontt and Jarred Allmond.

“Last year, we had a lot of injuries and couldn’t get the people on the field,” Thomson said.

“We’ve had a big preseason, so we’re fitter this year as well.”

Hamley Bridge coach, Ash Barnett, was gracious in defeat.

“They were a bit quick for us,” he said.

“We were never in the hunt, really.

“We allowed them to play the way they wanted to, which was a bit disappointing.”

Three injuries in the first term severely hurt the Bombers’aspirations of an upset, with gun forward, Shane Hanson, cutting his hand on the fence, Kirk Heberle went down in a complete leg muscle malfunc-

REPORT: Les Pearson tion (only way to describe it) and Lachy Norman was another casualty.

Two Wells have another encounter with Balaklava in the second semi final this Saturday.

“We’ll need to get our match-ups right for our back six on the Balaklava forwards,” Thomson said.

“The midfielders will need to produce again, they’ve been the heart and soul of our performances in the last eight weeks.”

The huge loss was a harsh end to an otherwise sweet run for the Bombers, winning two matches in a row and avoiding the wooden spoon.

Season 2012 was hard to sum up for Barnett, on one hand, happy to avoid the wooden spoon but on the other, frustrated not to win more than three games.

“A positive is we didn’t come last, which is a good thing,” he said.

“I was disappointed we lost a few games we probably should have won though.”

Getting Ryan Appleton and Angus Martin back to the club was another forward step, while James Sullivan, Dale Norman, Dave Millar and Danny Ellis all showed their value.

“Rhys Darwin also proved he can play at A grade level, so it will be good to see him take the next step,” Barnett said.

The coach was extremely satisfied with the batch of recruits, Valor Thach, Shane Hanson, Nathan Flynn, Kirk Heberle and Craig Taylor all playing their part. Craig Young led the side well and will play for the Bombers next season.

Barnett was also reappointed as A grade coach, Heberle his assistant.

Barnett tipped Thach as a likely best and fairest winner, while Hanson, Heberle, Taylor and Flynn could also go close.

He made no secret he was pursuing recommitment from the likes of Hanson, Flynn and Taylor for next season.

“I told them I’d like to know by presentation night so I’m hoping to have an answer in the next fortnight,” Barnett said.

Getting former locals back to the club will again be a recruiting strategy in the off-season this year.

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BSR 5.4 10.8 12.14 13.14 Eudunda/Robert 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.2

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Peckers and Roosters Medal eyeing grand Count final spot

Adelaide Plains Football League & Netball Association

Balaklava v Two Wells

TWO Wells should regain gun forward, Lee Allmond, and ruckman, Simon Feast, for this juicy contest at Long Plains.

A spot in the grand final is up for grabs and avoiding the preliminary final is generally a good sign.

Only once in the past six seasons has a team that played in the preliminary final won the grand final – Hummocks-Watchman Eagles in 2008.

Jarred Allmond will need to be closely checked, he played a major role in dismantling Balaklava last time these two teams met.

It would be an impressive turn around if the Peckers were to reverse the result from a few weeks back but in a relatively even season, anything is possible and both teams know it.

Mallala v Virginia

THE Rams knocked the Magpies out of premiership contention in a remarkable come from behind win in last year’s preliminary final but their revenge for the one-point defeat at the hands of Mallala in the 2010 grand final is yet to be exacted.

It’s easy to forget the hardship Virginia has endured this season, losing its first two games and bouncing back to get within one win of a top two position.

All the while losing star utility, Caleb Howell, to South Cairns.

Not to be outdone, Mallala has somehow club onto a top-four spot despite being decimated by injury.

Many picked the Magpies to drop away with guns like Jason Earl, Brad Hardie and Christian Rimmer, regular absentees.

Rob Montgomery also missed on the weekend after copping an infected spider bite of all things.

He should be back in this weekend and provide some vital run from defence, something Mallala lacked on the weekend, according to coach, Steve Lubcke.

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Mallala v United

n Lee Allmond (top) and Simon Feast (above) are set to return for the Roosters this weekend.

The Roosters shade the Peckers in the form stakes, having not lost a game since round nine, June 16 – against Balaklava, coincidentally.

Two Wells prepared meticulously for its last clash against the Peckers and executed to a tee, despite suffering injury setbacks with defender, Sam O’Brien (hand), Feast (hamstring) and Lee Allmond (hamstring) unable to play a part.

The loss punctured Balaklava’s seemingly solid season, the Peckers then conceding defeat to Virginia the following week and with it, losing the premiership favouritism.

Both teams play a great brand of footy and if the conditions suit, the Long Plains oval could play host to a classic final.

The respective sides ooze quality, Ned Seccafien and Justin Michael the in-and-under ball winners, Khan Leighton and Lachy Michael have the finesse with the footy.

Senior COLTS - 10.50am

Mallala v Virginia RESERVES - 12.30pm

Virginia v United In surprising news, gutsy midfielder, Liam Whitwell (pictured), has been training since badly breaking his lower leg/ankle earlier this year.

He is now a silly chance to return this season, if he can get full mobility back, which is a credit to him and his determination.

Most would have written their year off.

You wonder how much the loss of Two Wells a fortnight ago will still linger in the minds of the Virginia players, it was their big chance to go top two and they blew it.

Still, not many second chances present themselves in footy, a win here and the Rams stay alive.

The same goes for the Magpies, obviously.

Plains Producer, Wednesday August 29, 2012

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A GRADE Team P W L D B FF F A % Pts Balaklava 16 13 3 0 2 0 1707 968 63.81 26 Two Wells 16 12 4 0 2 0 1975 895 68.82 24 Mallala 16 11 5 0 4 0 1448 988 59.44 22 Virginia 16 11 5 0 3 0 1499 1200 55.54 22 Hamley 16 3 12 1 3 0 1198 1984 37.65 7 United 16 3 12 1 3 0 925 1708 35.13 7 HW Eagles 16 2 14 0 3 0 739 1748 29.71 4 RESERVES Team P W L D B FF F A % Pts Balaklava 16 13 3 0 3 0 1291 745 63.41 26 Two Wells 16 12 4 0 3 0 1677 615 73.17 24 Virginia 16 11 5 0 2 0 1359 824 62.25 22 United 16 9 7 0 3 0 1055 860 55.09 18 Mallala 16 8 8 0 3 0 1016 843 54.65 16 Hamley 16 3 13 0 3 0 820 1317 38.37 6 HW Eagles 16 0 16 0 3 0 325 2339 12.20 0 SENIOR COLTS Team P W L D B FF F A % Pts Two Wells 16 13 3 0 3 0 1321 776 62.99 26 Balaklava 16 13 3 0 3 0 1130 670 62.78 26 Mallala 16 10 5 1 3 0 1013 734 57.99 21 Virginia 16 10 5 1 3 0 1104 836 56.91 21 Hamley 16 5 11 0 3 0 676 1035 39.51 10 HW Eagles 16 4 12 0 3 0 857 1053 44.87 8 United 16 0 16 0 3 0 593 1590 27.16 0 JUNIOR COLTS Team P W L D B FF F A % Pts Balaklava 16 16 0 0 3 0 968 275 77.88 32 Two Wells 16 13 3 0 3 0 998 507 66.31 26 Mallala 16 11 5 0 3 0 661 401 62.24 22 United 16 8 8 0 3 0 647 762 45.92 16 HW Eagles 16 5 11 0 3 0 510 674 43.07 10 Hamley 16 2 14 0 3 0 410 977 29.56 4 Virginia 16 1 15 0 3 0 384 982 28.11 2

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after round 19 games A GRADE Pos Name 1 Brendon Niklaus - Virginia 2 Glenn Dawson - Balaklava 3 Andrew Hardiman - Two Wells 4 Jarred Allmond - Two Wells 5 Shane Hanson - Hamley 6 Scott Hahn - Mallala 7 Matthew Bryant - HW Eagles 8 Jonathon Brice - Balaklava 9 Brian Montgomery - Mallala 10 Nathan Flynn - Hamley RESERVES Pos Name 1 Justin Platt - Virginia 2 Derek Tiller - Mallala 3 Ross Coleman - Two Wells 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 Bradley Calvett - Two Wells 2 Joshua Butterfield - Balaklava 3 Adam Coe - Mallala 4 Anton Pogas - Virginia 5 Hayden Ramsay - Two Wells 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 Charlie Arbon - Balaklava 4 Joshua Studham - HW Eagles 5 Dylan Howell - Mallala 6 Jacob Butterfield - Balaklava 7 Jake Ludewig - Two Wells 8 Jake Michael - Balaklava 9 Dillon Michael - Balaklava 10 Samuel Michael - Balaklava

Year MG 78 10 77 14 49 8 46 8 46 7 44 7 36 6 32 5 31 5 30 6 Year MG 48 8 42 9 40 7 32 5 22 3 22 4 20 8 19 4 18 6 17 3 Year MG 53 8 53 9 45 5 38 5 36 5 28 6 26 3 25 7 25 4 20 7 Year MG 62 8 37 7 33 9 30 7 21 4 18 3 17 3 17 3 16 4 16 6

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SPORT v Netball

Balaklava steals semi final berth Mallala were pipped at the post by Balaklava on Saturday.

The teams were fighting for a finals berth but the Balak girls got the early break and Mallala were unable to respond, losing by 17 goals.

The Peckerettes had the home court advantage and were ahead by nine at the first break, coming out determined with defensive work that made it hard for Mallala to attack. There was a good tussle between the two centres, Tegan Pollard, Balaklava and Tracy Kennett, Mallala.

Mallala swapped goalies, Emma Tiller and Tessa Jarmyn, at quarter time and put Carla Jarmyn into GK. This helped, but Balak still outscored Mallala by four goals in the second quarter, 29–16 at half time.

Coach Katie Kreig must have had some helpful words during the break, as the third quarter was even and high scoring, both teams shooting 17 goals each. But the damage had already been done. The Peckerettes extended their lead by a further four goals in the final term to take the win and fourth spot on the ladder, 59 to 42.

“Overall, it was the best game for the season that the girls have put together with a huge improvement in their attacking down the court,”

Courtside with Merridy Manuel

n balaklava WD, Sophie Cocks receives the ball in the A1 game. said Balaklava coach, Tess Pollard.

“Talia Kruger GA and Nadene Wehr GS worked the best they have together this season.”

Balaklava WA Lauren Michael provided good drive, winning best. Best for Mallala was Tracy Kennett.

Longies finish strong It was a huge first quarter for Long Plains,

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the home side scoring 25 goals to Virginia’s 8.

Jane McBride shot 18 of those 25 and went on to win player of the match for her team.

Sarah Smith took yet another best player for Virginia and could well be in the running for a trophy – which would somewhat ease her team’s struggles this year.

Virginia brought on interchange player Belinda Evans to GD at quarter time which helped stem the flow, Long Plains shooting 14 in the second quarter to Virginia’s 9.

At half time, Long Plains rotated goalies and defences and continued

to dominate, shooting 18 goals to Virginia’s 10, 57–27.

The final quarter was similar to the second, the final score 71 to 37.

Two Wells no threat to Hamley Hamley Bridge stamped its authority on the season, beating Two Wells by 13 goals on Saturday.

Two Wells has been nipping at Hamley’s heels for the last few weeks, and toppled top seeded Hummocks in round 14.

However, since then, Two Wells has been plagued by injury. In round 16, GD Mia Darling injured her knee for the third time this season. Then in round 18, GK Karen Penhall hurt her hand.

Coach Stacey Gameau must be losing sleep trying to decipher why and how for her team!

Despite this, the Two Wells girls have shuffled forces and certainly looked threatening in the third quarter, where they outscored Hamley.

However, the first two quarters were not as strong and Hamley had secured a strong lead by half time, 25–12.

Both coaches commented on the slippery conditions and mistakes that ensued. Hamley coach, Lee Barnett won best for her team at GD. The new defences for Two Wells proved themselves, Rhiannon Wendland at GK for only her second game in A1 and Nicole Hardy at GD, who won best on court.

Coach Stacey Gameau commented, “Our defensive efforts all down

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Results of Adelaide Plains Netball Association matches played on Saturday A1: Hamley Bridge 51 (Lee Barnett) def Two Wells 38 (Nicole Hardy). Balaklava 59 (Lauren Michael) def Mallala 42 (Tracy Kennett). Long Plains 71 (Jane McBride) def Virginia 37 (Sarah Smith).

A2: Balaklava 44 (Carly Friedrichs) def Mallala 39 (Ashlee Angus). Two Wells 62 (Amanda McHugh) def Hamley Bridge 46 (Briana Wedding).

A3: Two Wells 43 (Carly Heaslip) def Hamley Bridge 36 (Tash Manno). Balaklava 55 (Renee McPharlin) def Mallala 35 (Kym Hendry). Mallala Away 48 (Kassandra Sparks) def Long Plains 41 (Amy Daniel).

A4: Two Wells 44 (Maddy Seccafien) def Hamley Bridge 36 (Emma Fry). Balaklava 69 (Eleiss Hancock) def Mallala 6 (Tania Pratt). Long Plains 41 (Pearl Chapman) def Virginia 25 (Sam Sargeant).

A5: Two Wells 61 (Liana Juvan) def Hamley Bridge 25 (Katicia Hewett). Mallala 49 (Elle Missen) def Balaklava 30 (Shannon Hunt). Virginia 36 (Iesha Owens) def Long Plains 27 (Amy Barr).

B: Two Wells 32 (Hayley Squires) def Hamley Bridge 31 (Jessica Sellars). Long Plains 37 (Georgia McArdle) def Balaklava Away 26 (Stacey Faehrmann). Balaklava 18 (Alicia Davey) def Mallala 13 (Gabrielle Jongeneel).

C1: Mallala 23 (Grace Farrelly) def Balaklava 22 (Sarah Heaslip). Hamley Bridge 34 (Amy McCabe) def Two Wells 28 (Jade Murphy).

C2: Two Wells 32 (Stephanie Seres) def Hamley Bridge 9 (Debra Lambert). Balaklava 28 (Teisha Harkness) def Mallala 26 (Zoe May). Virginia 23 (Kiara Hamblyn) def Long Plains 8 (Brittany Lane).

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Mallala Cleaning Service Phone: 8527 2161 A1 GRADE Hummocks........ 28.... 61.58 Hamley Bridge... 28.... 57.46 Two Wells........... 20.... 55.57 Balaklava........... 15.... 50.00 Mallala............... 14.... 50.49 Long Plains......... 7..... 47.25 Virginia................ 0..... 29.04 A2 GRADE Two Wells........... 24.... 51.62 Hummocks........ 23.... 53.95 Balaklava........... 22.... 53.25 Mallala............... 21.... 52.63 Hamley Bridge... 14.... 47.30 Long Plains......... 8..... 41.32 A3 GRADE Balaklava........... 32.... 62.53 Two Wells........... 22.... 57.77 Hummocks........ 22.... 57.03 Long Plains........ 13.... 45.59 Mallala Away..... 10.... 42.84 Mallala............... 10.... 42.65 Hamley Bridge.... 3..... 39.01 A4 GRADE Balaklava........... 28.... 65.22 Two Wells........... 28.... 62.36 Hummocks........ 20.... 54.13 Long Plains........ 20.... 50.21 Hamley Bridge.... 7..... 40.82 Virginia................ 6..... 42.36 Mallala................ 3..... 32.14

Supporting Local Netball A5 GRADE Hummocks........ 30.... 60.65 Two Wells........... 26.... 62.95 Mallala............... 16.... 54.02 Long Plains........ 16.... 50.46 Virginia............... 16.... 47.83 Balaklava............ 8..... 43.50 Hamley Bridge.... 0..... 32.40 B GRADE Hamley Bridge... 28.... 63.60 Hummocks........ 25.... 58.43 Balak Away........ 21.... 59.08 Two Wells........... 13.... 47.19 Long Plains........ 11.... 44.66 Mallala................ 7..... 36.23 Balaklava............ 5..... 34.57 C1 GRADE Hamley Bridge... 30.... 71.48 Two Wells........... 26.... 64.03 Mallala............... 24.... 61.31 Balaklava........... 16.... 52.51 Long Plains........ 10.... 26.69 Hummocks......... 6..... 19.97 C2 GRADE Balaklava........... 30.... 82.01 Mallala............... 28.... 81.64 Two Wells........... 22.... 66.60 Hamley Bridge... 14.... 47.83 Virginia............... 10.... 29.31 Long Plains......... 6..... 20.73 Hummocks......... 2..... 14.38

n balaklava c, Tegan Pollard collides with Mallala C, Tracy Kennett on a pursuit for the ball in A1. n BELOW: A mid-air catch by Mallala’s Emma Tiller in front of Balaklava’s Sophie Kupke. the court created many opportunities for us, but unfortunately we didn’t capitalise on these.

“We did play well in parts but Hamley were the better team on the day.”

Stacey is still confident they have what it takes for finals and I agree, Two Wells are always a side to be reckoned with.

Well as they say, finals are a whole new ball game! Whose nerves will hold out? Who’s got the grrr to push through to that final whistle? Who can turn the tide?

Can Hummocks “hum” after a rest this past weekend?

Can Hamley forget their “ham-up” against Hummocks last time?

Can Two Wells succeed with “two unwell” key players?

Can Balak find some “lava” at the eleventh hour?

Hamley takes on Hummocks at Long Plains, Saturday, and Balaklava takes on Two Wells at Lochiel on Sunday.

Good luck to all teams in all grades competing this weekend!

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APNA netty star Name: Leah Wilkey Nickname: Lil Wilkey Date of birth: 10/08/1994 Height: 169cm Team: Virginia Rams A5’s Position: GS, GK Who is the most damaging player (on or off court) in your club?

Sarah Smith Who is your club’s hardest worker (on or off court)?

Lisa Masson Highlight of netball career: Going all the way to semi finals What’s your number one passion outside netball?

Hairdressing If you could trade places with any other person for a week, living or

dead, real or fictional, with whom would it be?

Christina Aguilera What’s the last book you read? Fifty Shades of Grey If you won $20 million in the lotto, what would you do with the money? Travel and buy my own business If you were a car, what kind would you be?

Porsche If you were on the front page of the newspaper, what would the headline say? “Most successful business owner” If you could take any person on your next netball trip, who would it be? Sam Sargeant What’s the best item in your fridge? Crumpets

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SPORT v Netball/Football

n jade Goggins makes an intercept for Virginia during the C2 match at Long Plains.

n rhiannon Ludewig, Virginia, tries to tap the ball away, but it’s caught by Long Plains’ Tamika Gregory in the C2 game on Saturday.

Balak bumps out Mallala Balaklava v Mallala

A1: Balaklava were first to settle the nerves in this do-or-die contest, finishing the first quarter with a nice lead. Nadine Wehr and Brooke Griffiths both played well. Bva 15 – Mal 6.

The intensity continued in the second term. Nadine Wehr had a standout game at GS. Balaklava’s defence took some crucial pick offs helping extend their lead.

Tessa Jarmyn played well for Mallala.

Bva 29 – Mal 16.

Mallala held firm in the third in an even quarter, despite excellent feeding into the goal ring by Balaklava wings.

Emma Tiller and Nadine Wehr both played a great quarter. Bva 46 – Mal 33.

Some strong passing by Mallala’s Clare Bruggemann in the last quarter.

She was well matched by Balaklava’s WA, Lauren Michael, who took some nice turnovers and drives through the court. Final scores: Bva 59 – Mal 42.

A2: A consistent four quarters helped Balaklava to victory against Mallala by five goals. The first quarter was even, both teams shooting goal for goal. Balaklava’s Tenayah Renshaw leaped into the air for a great intercept. Mallala’s Amy Martin showed great pace and drive down centre court. Bva 11 – Mal 10.

Balaklava’s Cass Powell showed excellent diversity with great defence down the court and unbeatable shooting.

Mallala were fluent down the middle of the court which resulted in some easy goals.

The intensity of the game was very high and the scores close. Bva 21 – Mal 19.

Sophie Cocks came on in the third quarter and performed well, keeping Mallala scoreless for over half of the quarter. Jayne Brown’s defence over the goalies provided Mallala opportunities for rebounds. Bva 32 – Mal 27.

Key Mallala player, Stacey Wilson was injured early in the last quarter, which helped Balaklava shoot consecutive goals and push their lead out. Strong leads down the court by Jane Harding.

Best players were Carly Friedrichs for Balaklava, Ashlee Angus Mallala. Final scores: Bva 44 – Mal 39.

A3: After losing the first quarter, Balaklava improved to run out winners by 20 goals in a physical match.

The game started with a lot of turnovers in a physical first quarter. Kym Hendry GA Mallala stood out making the defenders work hard. Bva 9 – Mal 11.

Balaklava came out fighting in the second, adding pressure. Their leads were strong and they seemed to gain momentum as the quarter went on. Renee McPharlin shot some specky goals for Balaklava. Bva 27 – Mal 17.

Balaklava continued to dominate in the third. The game was physical with many turnovers both teams. By the end of the quarter, Balaklava secured a strong lead. Kym Hendry and Sharayah Hall best for the quarter. Bva 40 – Mal 23.

The tempo picked up in the final quarter, both teams fighting for the ball.

Balaklava came out on top with their determination and hunger for the ball.

Kym Hendry, Merridy Manuel and Bec Dixon all played well. Bva 55 – Mal 35.

A4: Balaklava zipped to an early lead in the first quarter with some smooth passing finished off by Ellie Reusch at GS. Tarnia Pratt played strong at C for Mallala. Bva 16 – Mal 3.

Some well-planned passing by Balaklava through the mid court helped them to extend their lead. Clare Haynes provided good drive from GD for Balaklava, and Sarah Verner was important for Mallala at WA. Bva 32 – Mal 3.

Despite Balaklava being strong on court, especially in goals, Mallala put in a solid effort. Bva 49 – Mal 5.

Balaklava finished the game hard and fast running out easy winners. Pauline Florance and Elle Missen both played a good last quarter. Final scores: Bva 69 – Mal 6.

n kiara Hamblen, Virginia, receives the ball mid-air in front of Long Plains GK, Claire Mills.

ADELAIDE PLAINS NETBALL ASSOCIATION 2nd Semi Final at Long Plains - Saturday September 1

Grade TIME

C1 9.30am

TEAMS SCORER SC CHECK TIMER INJURY Hamley vs Hamley Two Wells Hamley Two Wells Two Wells Umpires: Michelle Veitch & Sam Nicholls

C2 10.45am Balaklava

vs Mallala

n tessa Jarmyn, Mallala passes around Balaklava’s Alexandra Wilson into the goal circle during the A1 game at Balaklava.

A5: Once Mallala got their momentum going, they were unstoppable, winning by 19 goals. The first was an even quarter. Strong defensive efforts from both GDs, Shauni Tiller and Michelle Verner with both teams putting up a fight.

Bva 9 – Mal 8.

Mallala started the second stronger, especially in their mid-court with Elle Missen at C. However, Denae Moir in WA provided strength for Balaklava. Mallala shooters Nicky Graham and Hillivi Harrison posed a threat for Balaklava’s defence and gained a seven-point lead.

Bva 15 – Mal 22.

Balaklava C Alex Wehr came on at half time with fresh legs and the scores were even halfway through. Mallala’s unforced errors in the circle led to the loss of a few balls. Bva 24 – Mal 32.

Mallala’s Brooke Wilson came on in WD giving some run through the centre third, and their shooters continued to fire making it hard for Balaklava’s defence.

Final scores: Bva 30 – Mal 49.

B: Mallala began well scoring the first goal. Balaklava took a while to find their players, but patient use of the ball enabled their first score. Alyssa Allen was effective at WA for Balaklava and Brooke Wilson at C for Mallala. Bva 5 – Mal 4.

Cheyanne Pennycuick intercepted well in the second quarter. Alicia Davey shot and passed well in the goal ring.

Alex Wehr rebounded well at GD for Balaklava. Bva 10 – Mal 6.

Constant pressure by both teams in the third quarter and both teams found it harder to score. Bva 14 – Mal 9.

The final quarter was even with both teams scoring four each, but Balaklava ran out winners by five goals. Final scores: Bva 18 – Mal 13.

C1: Mallala were off to a flying start with two quick goals before Balaklava settled. Awesome defence from both ends of the court – especially Balaklava’s Eleanor Cunningham and Sarah Heaslip and Mallala’s Grace Farrelly and Abbie Ferris. Bva 5 – Mal 3.

Mallala wasn’t about to give up and came back fighting with some lovely shooting by Jessica Heaslip and Tiffani Graham, levelling the scores at half time.

Bva 8 – Mal 8.

Both teams made some changes and brough on fresh legs hoping to get the upper hand. Beautiful shooting by Balaklava’s Kirrily White and Lisa Burman took Balaklava to a five goal lead, but Mallala dug deep forcing mistakes to gain the lead for the first time. Bva 16 – Mal 18.

Great last quarter to watch as both teams fought hard. Althought a little

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panic set in for both teams with some wild passing. Well done to both teams.

Final scores: Bva 22 – Mal 23.

C2: Great shooting by Balaklava’s Bianca Smith, assisted by Teisha Harkness and Mikaela Tiller. Good mid-court play through Mallala’s Zoe May. Bva 8 – Mal 5.

Rachel Dunstan showed her class in the second quarter with a brilliant eight-goal haul. Madi Bond worked hard but was unable to match her height and body strength. Balaklava found it hard to bring the ball out of defence and Mallala capitalised on this. Bva 14 – Mal 14.

Claudia Tiller came into C for Balaklava and gave them some spark and a few turnovers. After having a rest in GK, Amy Langdon put pressure on Rachel Dunstan denying her any easy balls.

Teisha Harkness stepped up with a few brilliant turnovers mid court and worked well with Bianca Smith. Bva 21 – Mal 18.

Rachel Verner came back on to Teisha Harkness and made her work hard, together with Lilianna Mathew they brought the ball into Mallala’s attack time and again, but Madi Bond defended the ring well a. The game was even and a precursor to finals. Excellent standard of court play and sportsmanship was displayed. Final scores: Bva 28 – Mal 26.

D1: An even game in the first quarter with the scores even at the break.

A hard second quarter by both teams with some lovely goals scored.

Balaklava took a slight lead at half time.

Bva 7 – Mal 5.

Balaklava changed positions at half time and the third was a high scoring quarter. Mallala went into the last quarter one goal down and levelled the scores with the game ending with a draw.

D2: Both teams started well with possession changing many times. Mallala were first to score despite strong defence from Balaklava. Tori Lane GK Balaklava and Tiarhn Carpenter Mallala GA played well for the quarter. Bva 0 – Mal 2.

Balaklava defenders were strong and prevented many attempts at goal in the second. Mallala had good ball movement thorough the centre third. Briel White and Chelsea Ogilvie both playing well.

Bva 2 – Mal 2.

Mallala’s GA and C had good court placement but once again the defence from Balaklava was very strong. A good quarter by both teams. Skye Blacket played well for Mallala. Bva 4 – Mal 2.

The first goal of the quarter was scored by Balaklava. A tight game which kept scoring to a minimum. Chloe Lamond and Ashley Baker were best for the quarter. Final scores: Bva 6 – Mal 2.

Balaklava

Mallala

Balaklava Mallala

Umpires: Sally Fritz & Sascha Tiller

B 10.45am Hamley vs Hamley Hummocks Hamley Hummocks

Hummocks

Umpires: Nicky Graham & Nearlie Wearn

A4 12.15pm Balaklava vs Balaklava Two Wells Balaklava Two Wells

Two Wells Umpires: Sonia Angus & Kate Barry

A2 12.15pm Two Wells vs Two Wells Hummocks Two Wells Hummocks

Hummocks Umpires: Sheralyn Bond & Kelly Buckby

A5 1.45pm

Hummocks Hummocks Two Wells Hummocks Two Wells vs Two Wells Umpires: Elyce Pollard & Josie McArdle

A3 1.45pm

Balaklava vs Balaklava Two Wells Balaklava Two Wells Two Wells Umpires: Nicky Graham & Sally Fritz

A1 3.15pm

Hummocks Hummocks Hamley Hummocks Hamley vs Hamley Umpires: Terissa Smart & Kylie Taylor

Please note: No Rotation of game times all through the finals

Coaches/Team Managers are to have score books filled in 30 minutes prior to commencement of their game in the clubrooms. Scorers must collect their folders from the clubrooms minutes prior to commencement of game. Rostered clubs to supply timer & injury timer. Nominated timer must change score board during the breaks - not during the game. All officials rostered must be over 16 years of age.

STRICTLY NO ALCOHOL, NO SMOKING OR NO DOGS ALLOWED WITHIN THE COURT AREA.

ADELAIDE PLAINS NETBALL ASSOCIATION 1st Semi Final at Lochiel - Sunday September 2

Grade TIME

C1 9.30am

TEAMS SCORER SC CHECK TIMER INJURY Mallala Mallala Balaklava Mallala Balaklava vs Balaklava Umpires: Tammy Nicholls & Sally Fritz

C2 10.45am Two Wells

vs Hamley

Two Wells

Hamley

Two Wells Hamley

Umpires: Holly Cowan & Susie Ewen

B 10.45am Bal Away vs Bal Away Two Wells Bal Away Two Wells

Two Wells Umpires: Josie McArdle & Nicky Graham

A4 12.15pm Hummocks Hummocks L/Plains Hummocks L/Plains

vs L/Plains Umpires: Sonia Angus & Terissa Smart

A2 12.15pm Balaklava

vs Mallala

Balaklava

Mallala

Balaklava Mallala

A5 1.45pm

Mallala vs L/Plains

Mallala

A3 1.45pm

Hummocks Hummocks L/Plains Hummocks L/Plains vs L/Plains Umpires: Elyce Pollard & Amanda McHugh

A1 3.15pm

Two Wells vs Two Wells Balaklava Two Wells Balaklava Balaklava Umpires: Kelly Buckby & Kylie Taylor

Umpires: Kelly Buckby & Kerry Beagley L/Plains

Mallala

L/Plains

Umpires: Michelle Veitch & Kate Barry

Please note: No Rotation of game times all through the finals

Coaches/Team Managers are to have score books filled in 30 minutes prior to commencement of their game in the clubrooms. Scorers must collect their folders from the clubrooms minutes prior to commencement of game. Rostered clubs to supply timer & injury timer. Nominated timer must change score board during the breaks - not during the game. All officials rostered must be over 16 years of age.

STRICTLY NO ALCOHOL, NO SMOKING OR NO DOGS ALLOWED WITHIN THE COURT AREA.

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SPORT v District

Hockey clare & districts association Under 14 Balaklava 2 defeated Clare Donnybrook 1 Goals: Bal – Rylie Chapman, Blessing Ayoni Don: James Forrest. Best: Bal – Blessing Ayoni, Timothy Goldney, Isaac Hamann; Don – Fletcher Thomas, James Forrest, Max Price, Thomas Lymburn.

• Balaklava advance to the grand final and Clare Donnybrook play in the preliminary final.

Clare Springstown 2 defeated Burra 1 (extra time) Goals: Spr – Etabez Donato 2; Bur – Sam Haddow. Best: Spr – Peter Cornwell, Etabez Donato, Emma Dutschke; Bur: Sam Haddow, Morgan Dollman, Sebastian Pullin.

• Clare Springstown advance to the preliminary final and Burra have now finished for the season, a great effort

by Burra who have come a long way this season with a young team.

Under 17 Balaklava drew with Burra 1 all (extra time) Goals: Bal – Jordan Hamann; Bur – Neil Maxted.

Best: Bal: Sarah Tiller, Hedley Greenshields, Tim Heslop; Bur – Neil Maxted, Lachie Haddow, Alex Catt.

• Balaklava go into the grand final due to their higher placing on the premiership table, and Burra play in the preliminary final.

Clare Springstown 6 defeated Clare Donnybrook 3 Goals: Spr – James Forrest 3, Tom Forrest 2, Etabez Donato; Don – Josh Nourse, Brooke

Kastelyn, Fletcher Thomas.

Best: Spr – Tom Forrest, Etabez Donato, Austin Duncan-Reid; Don – Fletcher Thomas, Josh Tilbrook, Jasmine Rokov.

• Clare Springstown advance to the preliminary final and Clare Donnybrook put the boots away.

Men Clare Springstown 5 defeated Balaklava 3 Goals: Spr – James Burge 3, Tom Forrest, Luke Burge; Bal – Michael Greenshields 2, Ben Hall. Best: Spr: James Burge, Derek Upton, Tom Forrest; Bal – Raf Battistessa, Michael Greenshields, Ben Hall.

• Clare Springstown go through to the Grand final, and Balaklava get to play in the preliminary final.

Riverton 4 defeated Clare Donnybrook 1 Goals: Riv – Lachie Haddow 2, Aaron Desmet, Adam Busch; Don – Mark Telfer. Best: Riv: Lachie Haddow, Tristan Chapman, Josh Nourse; Don – Jason Fisher, John Squires, Mark Telfer.

• Riverton advance to the preliminary final and Clare Donnybrook have finished for the year.

Next week

Next week’s preliminary finals will be played at Burra.

• Note change of times for games: Under 14 - 10.30am Clare Donnybrook v Clare Springstown Under 17-12.30pm Burra v Clare Springstown Men- 2.30pm Balaklava v Riverton

n MAIN IMAGE: Ben Hall runs the ball down the line during the Men’s game on Saturday. n INSET: Hedley Greenshields outruns his Springstown opponent in the Under 17’s game. out the NAGA award two years running.

Winner of the Men’s Long Drive was Moby, Ladies Long Drive Tania Heaslip, Men’s Nearest to Pin Jordan Taylor and Ladies Nearest to Pin was Space. Long Drive and Nearest to Pin for kids went to Matt Freebairn and Emily Gaze.

Other teams were Parker Windrowing, Owen Arms Hotel, Heaslip Baling, Brett Freebairn and Owen Golf Club.

Golf Balaklava

Flattened by footy finals fever, our meagre 14-player turn-out resulted in a 1-grade Par round, for the Simon Exhaust & Auto Trophy.

Mike Smith (+1) monstered this field, while Tanya Matz (-1) moved Merv Hameister back into 3rd place on a count back. Wayne Nagle (-3) in turn buffeted Martyn Bell off the podium, again with the aid of the good Count.

Left to potter about in their own houses of horror were A. Henstridge (-4), D. Trickett (-4), D. Taylor (-6), W. Goudie (-6), D. Rodgers (-6), T. Gilmour (-6), J. Curnow (-8), L. Masson (-8) and J. Michael (-13).A Birdie was achieved by mighty Merv Hameister at the 10th., while Nearest The Pins were held by young Merv. at both the 3rd. and 10th, then David Rodgers (8th) and Mike Smith (15th).

Our smart new NTP markers came courtesy of Chris and Mike Hahesy, impressed no doubt by Peter Friedrichs’ generous acts involving two new, working ball washers. Golfer of the Winter points were doled out to Mike Smith (6), Merv Hameister (5), Wayne Nagle (4), Martyn Bell (3), Dean Trickett (2) and the huddled masses but one apiece. Our thanks to Greg Anderson of Anderson, Knutt and Scragg, Commissioners of Oaths and Certain Things, for hauling his lurgyridden frame over the hills and into the Captain’s Office to act as starter, before heading back to the hills and hearth.

Geoff Spence will dispence council and unctions at the 19th.

This Saturday, ‘neath the gimlet eye of starter Doug Taylor, we’ll face-off for a Stableford stoush which will also involve another Split Sixes round, for which the draw is: 11.50 - Bill Parkin, Austin Henstridge, Dean Trickett: 11.58 - John Michael, Bill Goudie, John Curnow: 12.06 - Wayne Nagle, Mark Loy, Geoff Spence: 12.14 - Bill Lokan, Dennis Goudie, Merv Hameister: 12.22 - Doug Taylor, Dave Rodgers, Greg Anderson: 12.30 - Peter Thompson, Scott Michael, Graham Ackland.

BLYTH

Mens results August 26, semi final Club Championship, Most Drives on Fairway, sponsored by Mitre 10: Div 1 – R Lamond def M Videon 5/4, M Williams def D Pratt 2/1, Div 2 – T Eime def M Eime 2/1, C Walkley def A Hentschke 2/1. All other men played Matchplay: P Agnew def G Mugge 2/1, D Smith def B Spinks 3/2, H Wandel def B Reichstein 1up. Fairways- M Eime 12, M Williams 11, P Agnew 10, A Hentschke 10, D Pratt 9, D Smith 9, C Walkley 8, B Reichstein 6, B Spinks 6, T Eime 5, H Wandel 5, G Mugge 3. Skins: No9 Jackpot. NTP: No6 M Videon.

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Two wells

Mid North Group Open champions, from left: Rob Benger, John Nairn, Wayne Nagle, Scott Michael, J Heapy, H Francis.

Rob takes out Mid North Golf Open Mid North Golf Association Group Open was played at Saddleworth on Sunday with a small contingent of players competing in perfect conditions.

Local knowledge shone through as Rob Benger won the Championship with a 67 off the stick, with Clare’s John Nairn runner-up with 71.

Balaklava players cleaned up the B Grade with Wayne Nagle, on 85, scraping through to win by one shot, over Scott Michael runner-up on 86.

C Grade winner was J Heapy on 94, (who was also Junior Stableford winner), and runner-up H Francis 96.

Stableford and teams competitions were held in conjunction with the 18 hole stroke event with some good scores seen.

This week September 2: Club Championship final, Sponsored by club, 9.30am tee off for Men Div 1 – R Lamond vs M Williams, Div 2 – T Eime vs C Walkley and Ladies – J Zweck Vs K Mugge.

All others tee off 11.00am.

Stableford Sausage sizzle lunch with a pooled afternoon tea. Ladies most welcome to play this day.

Next Week September 9: Stableford, sponsored by club.

Ladies results August 22, Stableford, sponsored by Blyth Post Office.

Competition over Top9: D Wandel 20pts, L Randolph 19pts, B Victor 18pts, J Wandel 18pts, K Mugge 15pts, A Harrison 12, C Virgin also played. Skins: No14 D Wandel, Raffle C Virgin.

This week August 29: Par Competition, wponsored by Blyth Cinema, hostess L Randolph. Ladies welcome to play this Sunday, September 2.

Next week September 5: TriDay at Snowtown.

Hamley Bridge

There was no official competition last Thursday with only seven players turn-

A Grade Stableford winner R Couper 40, and runner-up Balaklava’s Peter Thompson 36, B Grade Stableford winner Riverton’s Alan Hartwell 38, runner-up Joey Hancock 36, and C Grade P Underwood 33, runner-up B Hogben 30 on a countback.

Club team winner with 321 was R Benger, R Couper, L Victor and B Abbott. Not surprisingly the same team won the stableford teams event with 148 points.

Veterans winner, with 36 points, was Joey Hancock, who at 83, still plays a mean game of golf!

Long drives and nearest the pins were also keenly contested. The event will be played in the Barossa in 2013.

ing up due to the threat of poor weather (which never really eventuated), and the State Veterans championships being held at Blyth. A total of 26 players competed on Saturday, 12 in a Stableford competition and 14 playing the quarter finals of the club championships Club handy man Warren Isgar won the Stableford event with 36 pts on a count back fom Neville Durdin 36, Ron Smith 35, Wayne White 32, Colin Doudle, Bradley Zerna and Steve Howe 30, the rest being in the 20s.

There were no Birdies and Gary Woods was Nearest to The Pin on no 4.

Results of the Club Championships quarter finals: A GRADE: Leigh Durdin def Bert Pearce 7/5, Thomas Smith def Ian Ferguson 3/2, Vince Zito Def Roger Hahn 2up, John Mitchell Def Mick Nicholls 1up.

B GRADE: Barry Schwartz def Keith Kluske 8/7, Lance Hatcher def John Riley forfeit. Wim Van Pelt def George Dahlitz 1 up, Roland Pawlak def Barrie Zerna 1 up.

C GRADE: Robert Hinderwell Bye, Ross Heinze def Wally Jackson 4/2, Roen Cameron def Doug Cooper 2/1, Ian Rohde Def Max Grasby 4/3.

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Men’s – Saturday August 25: 10 players went out for a Par round.

Winner of the day, Andrew Ince with +4, 2nd place Brett Fitton +3.

Other scores: Tim Harkness +1, Peter Sullivan all square, Peter Freebairn -1, Les Hean -4 and Ron Page -7.

Vets Comp. over 14 holes: Mick King +2, Ian Freebairn -2.

Next week is a Stroke Competition.

New members welcome, tee off 12.00pm.

Sponsors Day Owen Golf Club held a Sponsors Day on Sunday August 26, with 10 teams playing 12 holes. When the afternoon’s golf was completed, a BBQ tea was supplied for all in the club house.

Lyndoch Motors, with Duncan, Rod, Rob and Darren finally, after several years trying, came in with a winning score net 32.5 to win this competition.

Second place went to Gawler Farm Machinery, Neil, Gav, Lowie and Shaun with a net 33.5. Then in third place we had Peter Freebairn’s team, net 34.88.

Alf Tiller’s team, Tiller Transport, took

Results from Saturday August 25 Stableford, sponsored by Freightmaster – 22 players.

Matchplays were the highlight of a day containing all four seasons. Stuart Grigg had to give Ian Telfer 20 shots and won the match 2/1 with his consistency, especially on the back, longer holes where Ian struggled to match the long hitting.

The other Matchplay saw Charlie Hogg having to give Jim Weir 10 shots and was never in the match, losing the first 9 holes before Jim put him away 8/6. Jim now has to contend with Les Grafton for the right to play Stuart in the Matchplay final.

Congratulations to John Ball, who on Thursday won the B Grade State Veterans Sandgreens Championships at Blyth, with a 5 over par 77 to win by 8 shots. This was nearly enough to win the A Grade, which was won with a 76.

Robert Hogg was pretty content with his 38 points in A Grade to defeat Rob Thompson on a countback with Stuart Grigg 3rd on 37. Ian Clark has hit his straps with 41 to take out B Grade from Michael Davies 37 and Hans Linford 36.

Steve Kelly was surpried that his 35 won C Grade, but he took the balls on offer.

Ian Telfer was also happy to take the balls for his 33 points with Jim Weir third on 30.

The President’s Trophy was decided today with Tim Clifton’s first three rounds of 130 so far in front he didn’t need to play to take that out. Ian Telfer, with 119, was second.

We have been advised that Bingo Barnes is in the QEH and very ill. Messages from the club have been passed on to him and his family.

Results: A Grade: R.Hogg 38, R.Thompson 38, S.Grigg 37, G.Payne 37, J.Ball 36, A.Bail 33, Y.Frencken 31, I.Smith 31, P.Shields 29, R.Grigg 28, A.Baker 26, C.Hogg 26.

B Grade: I.Clark 41, M.Davies 37, H.Lkinford 36, N.Bowden 35, P.Woods 33.

C Grade: S.Kelly 35, I.Telfer 33, J.Weir 30, D.Smith 23.

Ladies: E.Grigg 29.

Long Drives: A: G.Payne B: M.Davies C: D.Smith Ladies: E.Grigg Matchplays: Stuart Grigg d I.Telfer 2/1, J.Weir d C.Hogg 8/6.

Meat trays: N.Bowden, R.Thompson, R.Grigg.

Next week: Par – Captains Tropy (4).

– Russell Grigg, Handicapper

Plains Producer, Wednesday August 29, 2012

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• Former Balaklava High School student, Naomi Parker – daughter of Brian and Diana Parker of Owen – received her Doctor of Philosophy in Aquaculture from the University of Tasmania.

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• Oct 10: Long Plains Red Cross Luncheon.

• Oct 12: Lutheran Paper Drive, Blyth.

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It’s also not surprising the Rudimental boys have forged strong connections to their community in East London.

All of the members have worked with troubled youth and strongly advocate music as an outlet for disadvantaged kids.

This attitude was mirrored beautifully in the clip for “Feel The Love”.

Filmed earlier this year in The US and based around the Fletcher Street Community Horse Riding Centre in Philadelphia, which aims to do exactly that.

The result is pretty spectacular.

Feel good and moving at times, this clip is killer.

Now the London based lads get set to bring their anthemic electronic soul down under for the first time playing a string of intimate DJ sets.

One thing’s for certain, Rudimental will be dominating dance floors and airwaves

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There’s no doubt about it, British electronic outfit Rudimental have arrived in style.

Their smash hit single, “Feel The Love”, blazed into the UK charts debuting at number one on both the single and dance charts.

Now, they’re making some serious waves down here in Oz. “Feel The Love” has already hit number one on the iTunes singles and the iTunes dance charts, and peaked at number three on the ARIA singles and national airplay charts.

The London based four piece have had their feet firmly planted in the underground music scene for some time.

Hailing from Hackney (a veritable hub for all things underground), the group have crossed paths with some of the great pioneers of their craft over the years such as fellow East Londoners Plan B, Professor Green and Labrinth to name a few.

alike in the coming months and these exclusive shows are not to be missed.

They will sell out.

Bad luck if you live in South Australia though, the only gigs scheduled will be in Perth, Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.

Rudimental’s debut album is scheduled for release in 2013.

The group has some cracker remixes out there at the moment too, check out their work with Ed Sheeran’s “Lego House” and also Labrinth’s “Express Yourself”.

The highly anticipated album, Battle Born, from The Killers is also due for release on September 18, although it is available through pre-sale on iTunes.

The first single from Battle Born, “Runaways”, is already being touted as a huge hit worldwide.

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

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began experimenting with radiotelegraphy to speed up weather reports.

The first trans-Pacific radiotelegraph service (San Francisco to Hawaii) began in 1912.

A significant early use of radiotelegraph was aboard the Titanic in 1912.

Despite the early achievements of numerous others, Guglielmo Marconi is the name we all know in connection with radio communication. Born in Italy in 1874, he began experimenting at home (not unlike our own Alf Traeger, the pedal radio man), and went on to become a household name.

Marconi died in 1937, having received many honours during his lifetime.

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communication by sending and receiving his first radio signal in Italy in 1895.

By 1899 he had flashed the first wireless signal across the English Channel and two years later received the letter “S”, telegraphed from England to Newfoundland. This was the first successful trans-Atlantic radiotelegraph message, in 1901.

The armed forces were some of the first to use this new technology – the US Army began using it in 1899, followed soon after by the Navy, who had previously been using visual signals and homing pigeons.

In 1903 President Theodore Roosevelt and King Edward VII exchanged greetings by radio, and in 1906 the US weather bureau

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• Riverton and District High School year 10 student, Nick Walton, received a distinction for his outstanding performance in the Australian Schools Science Competition, finishing in the top one per cent of the state.

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ho has never listened to a radio? I doubt there’s a home anywhere in Australia that doesn’t have a radio in some form. The evolution of the radio goes back well over 100 years – how and where did it all begin?

We all learned at school that Guglielmo Marconi invented the radio, but did he really?

Radio owes its development to two other inventions – the telegraph and the telephone.

Radio technology began as wireless telegraphy. Research tells us the beginnings of radio date back to the 1860s when James Clerk Maxwell, a Scottish physicist, predicted the existence of radio waves.

In 1866, Mahlon Loomis, an

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MONTHLY CHURCH TIMES 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

september 16 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...................... 10.00am LIGHTHOUSE Balaklava.................. 10.00am LUTHERAN Auburn...................... 9.00am Balaklava................... 11.00am UNITING Mallala....................... 9.00am Two Wells.................10.30am Owen Comm............ 11.00am Hamley Bridge... Comb. Owen Windsor............. Comb. Owen Balaklava......................9.30am Pt Wakefield.. Comb. Balaklava Nantawarra..................9.00am Lochiel........Comb. Nantawarra Tarlee.......................... 9.15am

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Kapunda Sunday Market this Sunday September 2. 9am to 1pm, Trot Track – Undercover. Entry gold coin. Bring Dad along for Father’s Day. Plenty of stalls, food, entertainment & face painting. Stall holder enquiries 0408 811 840.

Raffle Winners

Balaklava Museum winners: E.Warnes, A.Salau, R.Fabry, L.Mills, D.Webb, R.Bull, J.Stewart, L.Zerk, R.Hillman, T.Allen. Thank you to sponsors: Balakalva Electronics, Balaklava Chemplus, Balaklava Newsagency, Balaklava Post Office, Balaklava Building Supplies, Cutz ‘N’ Curlz, Marc’s Meats, Thrifty Link, Tads, Warhouse Matrix.

Gardening on the Plains.

Raffle winners: Helen; H Beare; J Appleby; J Scott; R Zerk; Wayne

Wanted to Buy

ABCO caravan’s wants your unused caravan or re-locatable. Cash today, ring 8254 2099. We also do repairs and modifications, ring for a free quote.

HORSES unwanted, top prices, cash, any types, Ph 8524 3640 or 0414 546 217.

VALIANTS wanted AP5 to CL sedans, wagon, utes, parts, anything considered. Ph Joe 0439 339 634.

Birth

White - Craig, Julie and family. Our precious son Brayden John was born on 09/08/2012 at 19 weeks old. Unfortunately God decided that Charlie Angelica needed a friend more to keep her company but we will love, miss and never forget you every day of our lives. We will always think of the ‘what could have been’, and will keep you in our hearts forever, our precious little boy. An angel in the book of life wrote down you date of birth and whispered as he closed the book too beautiful for this earth.

Death

Zwar - Eva Winifred.

Peacefully passed away August 25 at Balaklava Hospital. Loved mother of Graham and Liz, Ken and Evelyn and families.

Treasured memories. Funeral at Uniting Church - Balaklava, Friday August 31, 1pm.

Zwar - Eva passed away peacefully at the Balaklava Hospital on 25/08/2012 age 91. For over 20 years, we shared a cuppa and a chat each Sunday afternoon. I will miss our chats.

You wanted to go home and our dear Lord heard you. Rest in Peace. Your friend Erika.

Engagement

Warnes - Baker. Ken and Elizabeth together with Simon and Sharyn are happy to announce the engagement of Joanne and Chad. Whilst holidaying in Santorini Greece.

Congratulations and lots of love to you both.

In Memoriam

GRIGG, Ray. Passed away 15 years ago on August 30. Though your smile has gone forever and your hands we cannot touch, we will never lose the memory of you whom we love so much. We hope you are looking after Mum!! We miss you everyday and will always love you, Mel and Brad xxxx

Grigg, Raymond James.

Passed away 30/08/1997.

Harkness, Kane James.

Passed away 03/09/2007.

How do we put on paper the words we cannot find, to tell you of the broken hearts that have been left behind. No one sees the heartache that hides behind our smiles, no one knows the emptiness that’s with us all the while. We talk about you always, of things you’d say and do, we always have special memories, but we wish we still had you. Love always Nicole, Jason, Keisha and Tamika.

Harkness, Kane James.

Passed away 5 years ago on September 3, Grigg, Raymond James. Passed away 15 years ago on August 30. We dont need a special day to bring you to our minds for days without a thought of you are very hard to find. We love and miss you both so much.

You would love your little brother/grandson. Hope you are helping Nana/Mum settle in! Love you always, Mum (Tash), Dad (Neil), Catelyn and Taylor.

HARKNESS, Kane. Passed away 5 years ago on September 3. Our special ‘Kane Boy’ – life is not the same without you. We hold onto our beautiful memories that we have of you from your short life with us. We bet Nanna is spoiling you rotten!! Miss you ‘Kane Boy’. Lots of Love, Auntie Mel and Uncle Brad xoxo Helps - Renee May 18/01/1930 - 04/09/2011.

We miss you more than words can say. In our hearts you will stay. Loved and remembered every day by Ron, Judith and Spike, Toby, Shane, Daniel, Ryder and Tay.

Nicholls - Phillip (Nick).

02/03/1951 to 28/08/2001.

Never a day goes by we don’t think of you and wish you were here to share with your family. Our cherished memories we all hold, keep you close to us. Forever in our hearts. Jenny, Kirsty, Ashleigh, Tayla & Dylan, Sascha, Nicola & Lily, Tammy & Sam.

Return Thanks

Ferguson - Vera Esther.

Pam, Murray, Kelly, Liza, Geoff and family would like to thank everyone for their kind expressions of sympathy and support. A special thank you to all who cared for Mum & Grandma at Ira Parker Nursing Home during her stay there.

Please accept this as our personal thank you.

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Coming Events

STANLEY CRICKET ASSOCIATION

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MONDAY SEPTEMBER 10 • 7.30pm at Sevenhill Hotel

mARKet DAY sAt sept 1

9am - 1pm at 12 Burra St, Port Wakefield ✓ Stall holders $10

★ Blyth Cinema

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

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• The Lucky One (M) ★ ★ ★ Zac Efron - Fri Aug 31, 8pm - Sat Sept 8, 8pm • The Avengers (M) ★ ★ ★ ★ Robert Downey.Jnr, Chris Hemsworth - Sat Sept 1, 8pm - Fri Sept 7, 8pm • Salmon Fishing In Yemen (M) ★ ★ ★ ★ Ewan McGregor, Emily Blunt - Tues Sept 11, 1.30pm - Wed Sept 12, 7.30pm - Fri Sept 14, 8pm Tickets: • Concession/Student $8 • Adults $10 • Child $5 • Family tickets $25 (2 + 2) extra child $2.50

Adult Learner’s Day Celebrations

SPEAKERS - DEMOS - SHOW & TELL

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 4

• Theme: Creation & Benefits using Technology • At Avon Complex - 1 Dublin Road, Avon • 11am to 3pm • Cost: Free • Lunch $8 - Booking Essential

Funded by the Government of South Australia, Dept. of Further Education, Employment, Science & Technology.

Ph: 8867 1120, 8867 1127, 8527 2360

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CLARE & GILBERT VALLEYS COUNCIL

Balaklava Church of Christ presents…

LEADER’S BREAKFAST

with Steve McCracken

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 8 7am at Balaklava Church of Christ Hall Steve is passionate about people enjoying their walk with God. He believes that our lives are defined by our choices and not by our circumstances

SEPTEMBER COUNCIL MEETING Change of Venue Notice is hereby given that the next meeting of Council will be held on Monday 17 September 2012 at Mintaro Institute – Burra Street, Mintaro commencing at 7pm.

Members of the public are invited to a community tea commencing at 6pm.

RSVP’s to Tania Dodd ph 8842 6400 to assist with catering.

Roy D Blight Chief Executive Officer

BALAKLAVA HIGH SCHOOL presents…

The BHS

SHOWCASE

NOTICE is hereby given that the District Council of Mallala is undertaking a review to determine whether a change of arrangements in respect to elector representation will result in the electors of the area being more adequately and fairly represented.

Pursuant to the provisions of section 12 (7) of the Local Government Act 1999, notice is hereby given that Council has prepared a representation options paper that examines the advantages and disadvantages of the various options available in regards to the composition and structure of Council, and the division of the Council area into wards.

BOOKINGS 8844 5175 - (BETWEEN 2PM - 5PM)

Cafe & Market

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Review of Elector Representation

Helistar on behalf of ETSA Utilities will be conducting patrols of powerlines around the state for potential issues, utilising helicopters and vehicles. This will help reduce the possibility of supply interruptions and ensure the safety of the public and the network.

The patrols are scheduled to take place in the areas below from August 2012 through September 2012.

Burra, Hallett, Hanson, Mt Bryan, Willalo, Florieton, Worlds End, Booborowie, Leighton, Blyth, Brinkworth, Collinsville, Spalding, Andrews, Penwortham, Mintaro, Hill River, Yacka, Porters Lagoon, Hart, Farrell Flat, Snowtown, Kybunga, Lakeview, Koolunga and Gulnare.

Riverton, Waterloo, Marrabel, Tarlee, Alma, Pinery, Halbury, Owen, North Bowmans, South Bowmans, Inkerman, Avon, Balaklava, Halbury East, Auburn, Saddleworth, Sutherlands, Riverton, Robertstown Tarnma, Waterloo, Marrabel, Hampton, Eudunda & Point Pass .

This includes feeders commencing with BU, CL, R and SD prefix.

Copies of the representation options paper are available at the Mallala Council Office, 2A Wasley Road, Mallala, and at both the Two Wells Service Centre and Two Wells Library at Old Port Wakefield Road, Two Wells, or can be downloaded from the Council website on www.mallala. sa.gov.au Interested persons are invited to make a written submission to the Chief Executive Officer, PO Box 18, Mallala 5502, or via email info@mallala.sa.gov.au by close of business on Tuesday October 16, 2012.

Information regarding the representation review can be obtained by contacting Charles Mansueto or Peter Sellar on telephone (08) 8527 0200 or email info@ mallala.sa.gov.au.

Charles Mansueto, Chief Executive Officer

public notice

If you have any queries regarding disturbance to your stock please contact Sarah Butler on 0419 853 478

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 19 7pm at Balaklava Town Hall

✓ Whole School Public Speaking Event ✓ Visual Arts Display ✓ CO2 Dragster Display ✓ Drama Performances ✓ Musical Performances Cost: $5 per person at the door includes light Supper

Want to sell any thing under $100 dollars.

Do it for free in Plains Producer, see page 24 for more details

Any queries contact Balaklava High School front office on 8862 0600

NOTICE UNDER SECTION 33 ROAD TRAFFIC ACT, 1961 I, Henry Stewart McCallum, Senior Sergeant of Police, for, and on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, exercise the authority delegated by the Minister of Transport under Section 11 Road Traffic Act, and make the following order under Section 33 of the Act. 1. I declare that the ‘Balaklava Cup Day’ is an event to which this section applies and that the following roads be closed to vehicle traffic on Wednesday September 5, 2012, between the times indicated.

Racecourse Road, Balaklava between Port Wakefield Road and Racecourse Gate D to be closed to north bound traffic.

From 9 am to 1 pm Racecourse Road, Balaklava between Port Wakefield Road and Racecourse Gate D to be closed to south bound traffic. From 4 pm to 6 pm.

Wednesday September 5 First Wednesday of Spring the most fun you’ll have all year 2012 Balaklava Cup

General Admission: • Prepaid $20 • On The Day $25 Colts & Fillies: $135 Cocktail Club: $180

For Bookings 8862 1503 Plains Producer, Wednesday August 29, 2012

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

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

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

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

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

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

2. I direct that persons taking part in the ‘Balaklava Cup Day’ on the above roads, be exempted from all Part Eleven Australian Road Rules, Divisions 2, 3, and 4, relating to vehicle position on a road.

H.S.McCALLUM S/SGT 19727 For and on behalf of COMMISSIONER OF POLICE 19/07/2012.

AG65799

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

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

Taylor and Simon Buses.

Available for charter, catering from 21 seater to 50 seater. Winery tours, weddings, hen’s nights, birthdays etc… Phone 0428 391 146.

BRINKWORTH - Norma's Country Cafe Brinkworth CLARE - Clare Newsagency DUBLIN - Dublin General Store - Dublin Fuel Station GAWLER - Gawler Newsagency - Adelaide Road Newsagency

The Adelaide Plains Branch Of The Liberal Party Of Australia (SA Division)

A Spring Picnic With your Liberal Candidate Tom Zorich

SUN SEPT 9

SIMPSON RICES CREEK

NURSERY / RETAIL PERSON

We are seeking a self motivated person, who has a passion in gardening, to be responsible for work in the nursery and shop up to 3 days per week. Your key responsibilities will be: • Propagation of plants • Potting on • Maintenance and good order of the nursery and work area • Knowledge of plants

From 2pm until 5pm

• 376 Wasleys Road, Mallala • RSVP: unearthed@chariot.net.au or Phone: (08) 8527 2015

Expressions of Interest

CASUAL RELIEF LIBRARY ASSISTANTS

ANGLE VALE - Angle Vale Newsagency

BLYTH - Page's Deli

Situations Vacant

Situations Vacant

ADELAIDE - Rundle Mall Plaza Newsagency

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ADROSSAN - Adrossan Newsagency

AUBURN - Auburn Welcome Mart - Auburn Roadhouse and Deli

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SHOP ASSISTANT CASUAL POSITION She’s Apples Gawler is seeking an enthusiastic, punctual, customer orientated friendly person who has the drive and ability to work hard.

It is essential that the successful applicant is physically fit and able to work as a team member with minimal supervision.

Must be able to commence shifts from 6am and finishing at 7.30pm. Monday through to Saturdays.

Immediate start available.

Please apply in person to She’s Apples Gawler 4 Cowan Street, Gawler on Thur Aug 30, Fri Aug 31 and September 1 Between the hours of 8am to 1pm.

Gawler Public Library is a vibrant, busy, highly regarded community information centre providing a range of services to a large regional area. As a result of previous casual staff successfully gaining permanent employment, the Library is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified and/or experienced persons to be considered for casual relief work.

Through a Memorandum of Understanding with the District Council of Mallala, Casual Relief Library Assistants may also be offered work at the Two Wells Public Library. Excellent customer service skills are required. Familiarity with computerised library systems and with the Internet will be advantageous. Applicants should be available to work at short notice throughout the week as well as Saturday mornings and weekday evenings and be physically capable of a range of manual handling activities including bending, raising arms above shoulder height and lifting.

Further enquiries may be directed to the Manager, Library and Community Information Services Helen Hennessy, by telephoning (08) 8522 9239 or by visiting ‘Employment Opportunities’ at www.gawler.sa.gov.au Expressions of interest marked “Casual Library Assistant – Private and Confidential” should be forwarded to the Town of Gawler, PO Box 130 Gawler SA 5118 or by email to employment@gawler.sa.gov.au Expressions of interest should be no more than three pages and should include the names of three referees.

The closing date for applications is 12th September 2012.

HAMLEY BRIDGE - Hamley Bridge Newsagency

The ability to work effectively and independently without supervision is Optimal.

• Strong Customer Service is essential • Good Communication & interpersonal skills is essential • Cert 2 in horticulture is desirable Training can be provided to the successful applicant.

If you believe this job is for you, please post or email your application to: Cathy Simpson PO Box 126 Auburn or email simpson.ricescreek@gmail.com

Trades & Services Directory

LAWN MOWING NO JOB TO BIG OR SMALL

KULPARA - Kulpara Laser Lec LOCHIEL - Simmonds Garage LOWER LIGHT - Lower Light Service Station OWEN - Owen General Store MALLALA - Mallala IGA - Mallala Trading Co - M&G Takeaway MOONTA - Moonta Newsagency PORT CLINTON - Port Clinton Store PORT WAKEFIELD - Pt Wakefield Newsagency PRICE - Price General Store ROSEWORTHY - Roseworthy Roadhouse RIVERTON - Riverton Newsagency SADDLEWORTH - Saddleworth IGA SNOWTOWN - Snowtown General Store TARLEE - Tarlee Post Office TWO WELLS - Two Wells BP - Two Wells IGA - Two Wells Snack Bar VIRGINIA - Virginia Classic Cafe - Virginia Nursery - Liberty Service Station WATERVALE - Watervale General Store WALLAROO - Wallaroo Newsagency WASLEYS - Wasleys Post Office

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LABORATORY TECHNICIAN Full Time Position

Taylors Wines, a family owned and operated wine company is home to some of Australia’s most consistently awarded wine brands.

With their head office located in Sydney and sales offices located around the country, Taylors Wines offer a friendly & progressive environment within which your career can flourish. The vineyards & winery is situated in the picturesque Clare Valley, South Australia & has been in operation since 1969.

Taylors Wines is seeking applicants for an experienced Laboratory Technician. The successful candidate will undertake a variety of tasks such as routine analysis, winemaking trial work, analytical system maintenance, routine servicing & calibration of equipment along with pre & post bottling analysis.

CALL 0458 450 070

EXPORT OFFICER Full Time Position

Taylors Wines, a family owned and operated wine company is home to some of Australia’s most consistently awarded wine brands.

With their head office located in Sydney and sales offices located around the country, Taylors Wines offer a friendly & progressive environment within which your career can flourish. The vineyards & winery is situated in the picturesque Clare Valley, South Australia & has been in operation since 1969.

SEPTIC SUCKERS

The successful applicant will have • Knowledge of exporting of goods (wine desirable) • Computer literate (Microsoft packages – essential / SAP - desirable) • Knowledge of logistics (export related desirable) • Attention to detail and accuracy • High level of self motivation • The ability to effectively communicate (verbal & written)

With a positive attitude and a passion for service excellence and safe work practices you will become a valued member of the Taylors team.

With a positive attitude and a passion for service excellence and safe work practices you will become a valued member of the Taylors team.

If you believe you have the essential qualities listed above, please post or email your application in the strictest confidence to: Laboratory Technician Taylors Wines PO Box 90, Auburn SA 5451 Or via email to: admin@taylorswines.com.au

If you believe you have the essential qualities listed above, please post or email your application in the strictest confidence to: Export Officer Taylors Wines PO Box 90, Auburn SA 5451 Or via email to: admin@taylorswines.com.au

8862OR2200

DARREN 0419 842 228

Chiropractor Dr Daryl R Brown Consulting Fridays 9am to 1pm at Balaklava Ambulance Station

7 DAyS SERVICE!

Phone Roger: 0428 419 133

Taylors Wines is seeking applications for the position of Export Officer. The successful candidate will undertake a variety of tasks such as export order processing, wine approval, label printing, point of sale, sales support & customer liaison (internal/external).

The successful applicant will have • Winery laboratory (or similar) experience • Certificate II Food Processing (Wine) Laboratory stream • Computer literate (Microsoft packages – essential / Ezywine - desirable) • Attention to detail and accuracy • High level of self motivation • The ability to effectively communicate (verbal & written) • Ability to work shifts as required

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• Reasonable rates • Prompt service • Based in Balaklava

KADINA - Kadina Newsagency

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Now available Wednesday at the following 43 great locations…

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

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BALAKLAVA brushes his teeth with $220,000 •ADVERTISED Light industrial site toothpaste • Approx. 3738m2 with main road frontage • Large shed with current tenant

washes with ADVERTISED soap BALAKLAVA - NEW $260,000 • Light Industrial site puts on ADVERTISED clothes

Real estate

• Approx 3800m2 on two allotments • Transportable office, reception, 3 offices & drinks staff a cup of ADVERTISED coffee room • Carpeted, split system A/c & toilets • Large shed with power & elevated drives inconcreted an ADVERTISED car storage

AND THEN REFUSES TO BALAKLAVA NEW PRICE $222,500 BELIEVING IT home BALAKLAVA - NEW $319,000 ADVERTISE • Stylishly renovated solid stone 3 bedroom • 4 bedroom home with versatile floor plan • High 12ft ceilings, central hallway, country DOESN’T PAY • Separate family room, lounge room & dining style kitchen

WHITWARTA AREA “Wilsons”: 1,120ha (2767acres) As a whole or in 5 lots

MUST SELL, NEW PROPERTY AWAITS!!

Lot 1 – “Bellings & Fingerpost” 218.6ha Lot 2 – “River” 64ha Lot 3 – “RT’”s 327.3ha + improvements Lot 4 – “Homestead” 307.75ha + improvements Lot 5 – “L Shape” 202.3ha • Gently undulating fertile cropping soils • Prime location with advanced farming practices & management • Well fenced, mains water, good improvements • Generally regarded as 350mm annual rainfall The property has been held in the Wilson family for 100 years and is available for sale due to new property purchase EOI closing 4pm - October 4, 2012

room • Slow heater split system Later, if combustion business is&poor he • Main bedroom with ensuite, WIR & study next reverse cycle air-conditioner ADVERTISES for sale! door • undercover pergola, it large carport, lockable • Securely fenced rear yard, dble carport & shed, large yard gabled outdoor area

BALAKLAVA • • • •

BALAKLAVA - 2 BLOCKS

$130,000 EA

• 6000m2 block overlooking racecourse • All utilities available • Right for investment • Build your dream home

Geoff Schell 0418 842 421 Daniel Schell 0415 436 379 RLA205501

$75,000

602m2 and 9m frontage block Overlooking a reserve All services available Surrounded by other modern homes

Clare Valley & Ardrossan www.raywhite.com

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HALBURY - NEW

2 - 10 Fourth Street, Snowtown.

Being Sold As A Whole Or In 2 Lots Whole $122,000 Or Lot 695 $59,500 - Lot 691 $79,500

NEW

• 3 or 4 Bedrooms • Tastefully decorated • Modernized kitchen • Large lounge • Generous size bedrooms • 3 car carport • Pressed metal ceilings • Quality carpets

BALAKLAVA $210,000 29 Walsh Street

3 Bedroom Double Brick Home • Large dine in kitchen • Roomy laundry • Reverse cycle air conditioner • Shady pergola • Low maintenance garden • Large corner block

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AND THEN REFUSES TO ADVERTISE BELIEVING IT DOESN’T PAY Later, if business is poor he ADVERTISES it for sale!

WHY IS IT SO?? $695,000

Beautifully presented home with stunning rural views 33 Hectares of magnificent rural retreat

$245,000

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

BALAKLAVA

$165,000

Unit 5, 4 War Memorial Drive

The vendors have drastically reduced for a quick sale.

BEAUFORT VIA BALAKLAVA $260,000

• 3 bedroom • Large kitchen & family lounge • Very well presented • Refrigerated air cond • Slow combustion heater • Rainwater tanks

and pulls off ADVERTISED pyjamas

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.

Location & Great Investment

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RLA : 230661

3 Roberts Avenue

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

Balaklava’s Number 1 name in Real Estate

$189,950

BALAKLAVA

$149,500

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

on an ADVERTISED mattress

This property is set in a lovely surrounding providing the ideal home for those looking for a peaceful spot or space to bring up a family. The home consists of an open plan kitchen with ample cupboard and bench space & a dishwasher, O/P lounge and dining, formal lounge, 3 bedrooms, huge office with extensive cupboards or it could be an extra bedroom, tiled bathroom and laundry and a 2 car garage UMR w/- remote doors.

Features of the property include ducted R/C air cond, 42,500 gallon rainwater storage tanks, 2 dams, cellar, approximately 1 acre of table and wine grapes, approximately 650 oil and table olives and a variety of stone and citrus fruit trees all on drippers.

Outbuildings include a 40 x 30 x 10 secure shed with power and concrete floor, 40 x 30 x 16 open front machinery shed plus other small sheds. Truly amazing lifestyle home ready to move in & just waiting for you to enjoy it all.

This complex includes a Bakery & delicaf, Hairdresser, Remedial Therapist and one vacant shop. The current rental income is approximately $18,400 per annum and it has potential to increase further. The complex is well presented and is providing a great service to the Snowtown community and surrounding districts.

Stunning Home

under an ADVERTISED blanket

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• Beautifully presented country property • 3 double bedrooms, 2 living areas & sunroom • Modern kitchen, enclosed front patio • Manicured garden

‘Under Instructions From The Mortgagee’ 5 Shop Complex With Investment Potential And Current Tenants

BALAKLAVA 17 Kelly Street

$269,000

Address: 190 Main North Road, Clare SA 5453 | P: 8842 1154 | F: 8842 1273 | E: office@midnorthrealestate.com.au |

SNOWTOWN

BALAKLAVA $249,500 46 Edith Terrace

Huge 5 bedroom and study home Open plan living, ensuite bathroom Half acre allotment Unfinished project

A man wakes up after sleeping

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WHY IS IT SO??

BALAKLAVA - NEW

WHY IS IT?

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.

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• 3 br home Hoyleton $165 p/week • 2 br unit Balaklava $195 p/week

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FINALS TIME IS HERE! IT’S finals time in Adelaide Plains football and netball, with first and second semi finals to be played this weekend.

The second semi final will be held at Long Plains on Saturday, while teams will travel to Lochiel on Sunday for the first semi.

In football, Balaklava takes on Two Wells in all four grades of the second semi final.

Balaklava finished top of the table in three of the four grades, only finishing second to Two Wells in the senior colts by percentage.

At Lochiel, Mallala will be competing in three of the four first semi finals, battling Virginia in the A grade and senior colts, while the junior colts meet United.

The Tigers take on the Rams in the B grade.

No less than 16 games netball finals will be held over the weekend.

An excellent battle looms between Hamley Bridge and Hummocks in the A1 netball at Long Plains on Saturday, both teams capable of winning on their day.

In the A2 grade, Hummocks come up against Two Wells.

At Lochiel on Sunday, Two Wells will be fighting for a spot in the A1 preliminary final against Balaklava, while in A2, the Peckerettes take on Mallala.

A little factoid to note, all of Two Wells’ football and netball teams made the finals this year – a remarkable achievement.

Balaklava claims minor premiership the Final Siren with Les Pearson BALAKLAVA secured the minor premiership with a polished 38-point win over a dogged Mallala at Ralli Park on Saturday.

The win was soured with one of the Peckers’ star forwards, Jonathon Brice, going down with what appeared to be a serious knee injury in the last quarter.

It was the only real dampener in an otherwise marvellous display of A grade country footy by both teams.

The pressure, atmosphere and skill on show contributed to a real spectacle.

“The first quarter in particular was a

quality display of footy, both sides went inside 50 very cleanly,” Mallala coach, Steve Lubcke said.

“It was the best quarter of footy I’ve seen in the APFL, as good as anything else I’ve ever seen.”

The Magpies flew out of the blocks to establish a two-goal lead at quarter time, full-forward Scott Hahn (five goals) gifted with sublime delivery from the Mallala midfield to boot four goals for the quarter. n Continued page 17

n les pearson’s semi finals preview, page 19

n virginia’s michael hay receives life ban from apfl – story page 16

n MAGPIE James Wildbore can’t stop Pecker Lachlan Michael getting a kick away in Saturday’s A grade game.

BALAKLAVA’S A1 netball side ended Mallala's season on Saturday, defeating them by 17 goals. Balaklava now takes on Two Wells this Sunday, in the first semi final at Lochiel. n PICTURED are Mallala’s Kerrby Obst and Balaklava’s Talia Kruger during the intense A1 netball match at Balaklava. n apna semi finals tables, page 21

General Admission: • Prepaid $20 • On The Day $25

Wednesday September 5 First Wednesday of Spring the most fun you’ll have all year 2012 Balaklava Cup

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Colts & Fillies: $135 Cocktail Club: Sold Out

For all enquiries please contact: Balaklava Racing Club on 8862 1503 Email: dcrhall@bigpond.net.au Plains Producer, Wednesday August 29, 2012