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Mallala mayor switch Kennington wins close 6-5 vote over Strudwicke Bec O’Brien reports In a close vote, Lewiston councillor Duncan Kennington has been elected by his fellow councillors as the District Council of Mallala’s new mayor. At the council’s meeting on Monday night, there was much tension and some confusion as councillors voted in Cr Kennington and a new deputy mayor, Two Wells councillor, Mark Wasley. Amidst a tense atmosphere, Cr Kennington was nominated for the mayoral position by Cr Tom Summerton,

with incumbent mayor, Marcus Strudwicke, inset, nominating himself. The meeting was adjourned part way through proceedings while CEO Charles Mansueto – who was acting in the chairperson’s role – left the room to confer with council’s lawyers. The CEO was seeking clarification on item 2.4 in the LGA’s guidelines for electing a chairperson, after Cr Strudwicke raised concerns about a conflict of interest by Cr Kennington. n Continued Page 2

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WAKEFIELD Regional Council (WRC) will decide tonight if it endorses a Balaklava Church of Christ proposal to apply for a $15 million grant with the aim of building a $16.3 million regional hub, which would house four community services and facilities. Balaklava Church of Christ Community Care Inc. submitted an expression of interest (EOI) to WRC, in order to vie for the huge funding figure from the $175 million available in round four of the Regional Develop-

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Les Pearson reports: ment Australia Fund (RDAF). Balco Australia had also submitted an EOI, seeking council support for its RDAF application to expand its Bowmans Intermodal facility. However, in a great gesture of community support instigated by managing director, Malcolm May, the company withdrew this in an emailed letter to WRC CEO, Cate Atkinson, on Monday. n Continued Page 4

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KESAB awards BALAKLAVA KESAB award winners for November have been selected. Ryan and Kelly Bickle, RIGHT, were awarded KESAB Tidy Towns’ best garden for November. They are pictured here with son, Lachlan. November’s KESAB service award went to Balaklava’s dentist, Dr Robert Bickmore, who is pictured with assistant, Sam Stevenson, and patient, Kieran Swan.

Kennington aims to be voice for lifestyle Bec O’Brien reports: New District Council of Mallala mayor, Duncan Kennington, believes the district needs to focus on quality of lifestyle and factor this into any new developments for the area. Mr Kennington was elected mayor by his fellow councillors at the November meeting after being asked to stand by Lewiston councillor Anne Picard. He won the vote 6-5 from previous mayor, Marcus Strudwicke. “My vision is about lifestyle,” Mr Kennington said. “I want to know everybody is enjoying the lifestyle they want to enjoy and I would hope that every decision starts with lifestyle and then goes from there. “We’ve got a few big developments on the go at the moment and I would hope that we consider lifestyle first.” Mr Kennington said ensuring residents had a voice and were the focus of council decisions was also a priority as mayor and he was looking forward to working with members of the community in the role of enabler. “My focus is that I’m working for the residents,” he said.

NEWLY-elected deputy mayor, Mark Wasley, congratulates Mayor Duncan Kennington. “I want to be resident focused (and) He was excited about having the reit’s enabling the community to achieve. sponsibility of representing the people “The focus isn’t me it’s them and of the district, and saw the diversity I’m there as an enabler.” of talents of its residents as inspiring. Mr Kennington said the past 12 “We’ve got a lot of great people and months in the role as deputy mayor had the thought of networking and working been very useful and had helped him with them is a pretty exciting thing to build skills in talking with members of do,” he said. the community and chairing meetings. Planning for and keeping on top

of important issues such as flooding, and particularly in the Lewiston area, fire, as well as protecting residents in coastal areas from rising sea waters due to global warming, were also things the new mayor said he hoped to focus on. “We have to make sure we get things in place to protect people,” he said. “We have to have the processes and the culture in place so that when issues come up we have the cultures in place and the democratic processes in place to deal with them. “If we make sure we get the culture right and the processes right and the democratic right we’ll be in a position to deal with them.” “I was asked to stand as mayor by Ann (Picard), and a couple of others asked me to consider it, and I did consider it,” Mr Kennington said. “I have a busy life and I didn’t want to do it amateurishly. “I was quietly confident; being a mathematician I can add up to six.” “I see it as a responsibility and I’m excited about having that responsibility. “The people I’ve met in this community are so great and so talented.”

Disfunction ‘distraction’ Former mayor and Mallala councillor, Marcus Strudwicke, who was narrowly beaten for the mayoral position at Monday night’s DCM meeting, has spoken about his disappointment at not being re-elected. Mr Strudwicke spoke openly about his concerns for council in the transition period of having a new mayor, saying he hoped the progress and direction of council would continue under the guidance of Duncan Kennington. “Obviously I was disappointed,” he said. “I believe I’m the best person for the job otherwise I wouldn’t have put my hand up but the councillors have voted.

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Emphasising he was speaking personally, not from council’s perspective, he said: “My main concern (now) is the continuity of the council agenda we’ve been on for the past three years. “It has been about continuity in terms of strategic direction and governance. “I think that direction, and the projects that we’ve got in the pipeline, I would hope they would proceed without too much disruption through the change of position.” Mr Strudwicke wished Mr Kennington all the best in his new role but pointed out there was some “catch-up” needed whenever a new person took

on a leadership role. He hoped networks and relationships established with other councils and government ministers during his tenure as mayor would continue to prosper. “There’s catch-up for the person new in the role to establish networks with other councils and ministers,” Mr Strudwicke said. “That’s one of the difficulties in electing the person on a 12-month basis, you really miss out in having that chance to establish networks, which can take time to develop. “In the majority of councils the community elects the mayor and I’m a firm supporter of this, I think it’s a much more demo-

cratic process.” Mr Strudwicke suggested his stance on addressing “disfunction” amongst councillors could have led to his demise as mayor. “There’s obviously been some reporting of the council and its issues with disfunctionality over the last 12 months and this has been distracting for council,” he said. “I put some effort in to address this disfunction and it’s inevitable some councillors were upset by this.” Mr Strudwicke said he hoped to continue to represent the community in his role as Mallala councillor and hasn’t ruled out challenging the mayoral position next year.

Review of structure District Council of Mallala is currently conducting a review of its electoral make-up, with independent analysis suggesting a number of key points. DCM chief executive officer, Charles Mansueto, said council’s Elector Representation Review was looking at options for council’s future structure and community feedback on a recent report had now closed. Council received four submissions in the first stage of the community consultation process, Mr Mansueto said, and following analysis of the feedback by consultants CL Rowe and Associates, three important suggestions had been put forward. These include the mayor being elected by the community for a four-year term, currently this position is for 12 months and is decided by councillors; the council scrapping wards and electing “area councillors”; and reducing the number of councillors to nine, plus the mayor. The suggestions were set to be discussed at council’s November meeting on Monday night but a decision was deferred until next month while the CEO sourced legal clarification.

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• From Page 1 Council’s elected members vote each year to choose a mayor (formerly chairman), unlike most councils where the mayor faces a community election. This process is now under review. On his return, Mr Mansueto informed councillors the lawyer advised there was no conflict of interest and councillors then voted. Cr Kennington won with 6-5 vote. Councillors who supported Cr Kennington included Terry Keen, Anne Picard, Steve Jones, Tom Summerton, and Joe Daniele. Those in support of Mallala councillor Marcus Strudwicke were Mark Wasley, Karen McColl, Yvonne Howard and Jan Heley. Cr Kennington comes to the 12-month position of mayor after a year in the deputy position and thanked his fellow councillors for giving him the responsibility. Cr Kennington said he was looking forward to the challenges of the next year. He replaces Cr Strudwicke, who had been the unopposed mayor since November, 2009 – his second term as mayor. Plains Producer, Wednesday November 28, 2012

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Nice to see her, but Dr Tee is leaving It might be a far cry from busy Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, but the challenge of practicing medicine in rural Balaklava suits Doctor Lien Tee to a “T”. Dr Tee moved to Melbourne at the age of 17 to complete her Year 12 studies. She then attended Monash University for a five year medicine course. Then it was on to Adelaide to continue training and work, and in August 2011, she moved to Balaklava, where she is currently working as a GP at Wakefield Plains Medical Centre. Before moving to Balaklava, Dr Tee worked in palliative care for six months at Royal Adelaide Hospital and Mary Potter Hospice. “I initially wanted to challenge myself to start palliative care, as death and bad news had always been difficult for me before,” said Dr Tee. “I was exposed to death nearly on a daily basis for those six months, so I now feel more confident in managing the issues that come with death. It’s no longer a fear to me but in fact, a very fulfilling experience.” From one extreme to the other, Dr Tee also has obstetric shared care qualifications for antenatal/pregnant ladies. “Obviously this is 100 per cent opposite from palliative care, but for me, all births are like celebrations, and it’s nice for people to come and see a doctor for babies/pregnancy check-ups, rather than being sick,” she said. On September 29, Dr Tee, who made a stunning bride, married Dr Daryl Ooi, in his hometown of Penang island, Malaysia. They had a traditional tea ceremony and evening reception at Equitorial Hotel. Daryl is currently undertaking physician training in Adelaide, so with their studies, exams and workloads, the pair are often like ships in the night. Dr Tee resides in Adelaide, but travelling to Balaklava for work has been manageable. “Being apart has its positives, as Daryl

Louise Michael reports: and I have the chance to catch up on exam preparations and studies,” said Dr Tee. Dr Tee likes to be a role model for patients too, by keeping healthy and fit. But she does enjoy eating, and of course, like all good women, loves retail therapy! “I’m really glad I got the chance to experience the challenge and excitement

of practicing rural medicine,” said Dr Tee. “I’d thoroughly recommend rural medicine to other doctors, as even if they don’t end up practicing in rural areas, they would’ve experienced the difference of rural versus metropolitan medicine.” Dr Tee’s tenure at Balaklava finishes in early February 2013, and she will return to Adelaide and have a break from work to spend time with her husband and family. DR Lien Tee with her husband, Dr Daryl Ooi, married on Penang island, Malaysia.

‘Princess’ Paige lives a teen dream CROWNED by locals as a princess following her stunning showing in the Miss Teen Australia finals earlier this month, Wasleys beauty, Paige Cooley, has drive and ambition that goes beyond skin-deep. The 16-year-old finished a close runner up at the nationwide competition, held over four days at Fiji’s Voli Voli Beach Resort. She was the youngest competitor in the first competition she had ever entered. “It was just a random thing mum found and we said we’d give it a go, as I was a rookie at that stage,” Paige said. The four-day event was actionpacked for the finalists, which in-

cluded several shoots at a range of wonderful sites. Although the runner up is not usually contracted to an agency, Paige was signed up soon after. “Because I took out three of the six titles, it compared the winner and I at the same level, so I got signed with Adpro Management Group in Sydney, which was great,” she said. The reception on her return was also heart-warming, with many locals flocking to a surprise party at the Ridley Arms Hotel, in Wasleys, which her parents own. “I went downstairs and all the locals were there, they were clapping for me, passing on their congratulations

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The next 12 months or so will get even busier as the local student dives headfirst into year 12, which she studies independently through Open Access. Paige was undaunted about the busy schedule. “I am very good with juggling things and keeping a good balance, because I’m also studying my Certificate III in Childcare and I work at a childcare centre at Angle Vale, so it’s a bit crazy,” she said. “My goal is to get to university and study psychology for children, because I am good with kids.” She thanked the Voli Voli Beach Resort for hosting the competition, and, of course, her parents.

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and calling me a princess, it was fun,” Paige laughed. But growing up in the hotel had its pros and cons. “It’s both great and terrible at the same time,” Paige said. “If I want to go to bed early, sometimes I can’t because the karaoke is pumping, but it’s also great because you get to know everyone as it’s such a small community and they all gather at the pub, so I know pretty much everyone who lives in Wasleys.” She loves her home town and was proud to be part of the small community. 2013 looms as a huge year, according her agency, which will include the World Supermodel Competition.

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Church seeks support for $16m project

•From page 1 Mr May was unavailable for comment, but Balco director, Geoff Spence, said the decision was made because the Church of Christ application was such an important development for the local community. “They have our strong support for the proposal,

and we wish them every success with their application because of its potential benefit to the district,” Mr Spence said. The support of council is needed as WRC acts as the lead organisation, which would be the recipient of the grant funding and deliver on the milestones and outcomes

agreed under contracts with the relevant government departments. The Balaklava Church of Christ proposal would include a new childcare centre, church and community space, low-cost furniture, clothing and bric-a-brac store and an emergency relief centre. Congregation elder,

Mark Greenshields, said the church voted in favour of submitting the application on Sunday. “We’re excited about the concept as we see it as filling a need in the region in participation with other groups in Balaklava,” he said. “We see a need in the local community and be-

ing a community of faith, we have hope that we can make a difference. “We’re looking forward to council’s decision and we would also be looking to enlist the support of the local community behind the project.” Balaklava Church of Christ has had an ex-

Preparing for parade Two Wel ls Ch ri st m as more music, more stalls, more fun

The annual Two Wells Christmas Street Parade is only a few short weeks away and preparations are coming together. On hand to serve the ever-popular fruit salad and ice-cream will be these three Two Wells lads (pictured) as they seek to raise funds in support of a skate park in the town. Two Wells Regional Action Team vice president, and event organiser, Bev Smith-Trim, said the December 14 night was shaping up to be a lot of fun, with at least five new stall holders and two concert bands taking part. A Channel 7 personality would also attend the event, Mrs Smith-Trim said, along with the SES mascot, Paddy the Platypus (pictured). And of course there will be a range of stalls with everything on offer from jewellery and mag-

tensive history of community development in the district. Pastor Colin Smith was the instigator behind constructing the Mill Court aged care facility way back in the 1960s. The church was a strong supporter of the affordable housing cottages on Gwy Terrace, built in 1998. Pastor Grant Spangenberg also had a huge role in formulating the Hayfield Plains development at the turn of the millennium. The Balaklava Swap Shop is another Church of Christ initiative, while local junior sport was spawned from a church competition held on Saturdays. Most recently, the church also instigated the construction of Horizon Christian School, which actually started at the Church of Christ building, with 27 stu-

dents enrolled on its first day. Mr Greenshields said the latest proposal had far-reaching benefits. “We’re looking to go to the next level with this project, which is about servicing the needs of the entire region.” Council will also decide on endorsing an EOI from the Balaklava Area Committee, seeking $200,000 from round three of the RDAF to extend the Shamus Liptrot Trail to Halbury. This development would incorporate an 8.5km extension of the existing trail, which currently runs from the outskirts of Balaklava to the golf club. The extension would also include planting and landscaping to improve the visual amenity of the trail and provide erosion control and a safety feature for the riders.

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Putting their hands up to help out at the fruit salad and ice-cream stall at this year’s Two Wells Christmas Street Parade, which is raising funds for the proposed town skate park, are, from left, Jayden Watkins, Jack Lange and Jack Mildred. nets, clothing and books to a variety of food stalls, slot car racing and face painting. Nominations for the Prince and Princess of the parade are slowly coming in but if you

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the newly painted blue line while the parade is in progress and businesses are being encouraged to get into the spirit of the night and decorate their premises. The parade starts at 7pm, with the

street closed to traffic from 5pm. • And for those aged 8 –17, don’t forget to head to the community centre for the final Two Wells Blue Light Disco of the year. Doors open at 7pm.

I note with interest Wakefield Regional Council at this week’s meeting will vote on a recommendation which supports an application for funding from the Federal Government which will have the objective of facilitating an extension of the Shamus Liptrot cycling trail from Balaklava Golf Club to Halbury. It is often asserted councils ignore the views and aspirations of their communities and it is therefore appropriate our council’s position and commitment in this case be acknowledged and commended. There will have been few projects which so much caught the imagination and support of the broad community as did the first stage of the Shamus Liptrot trail and clearly this has been acknowledged at Officer level at Wakefield Regional Council. On behalf of not only the Balaklava community but also the broader region we urge the Elected Members of council to extend their support to the funding application . Roger McQuire, chair, Balaklava Area Committee

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You might have heard Australian scientists have launched a world first – a device to solve sleep woes! Woe, woe, woe, what is it good for? Absolutely everything, they hope. The device, invented by sleep researchers at Flinders University, has been named “Re-Timer.” It’s a device, worn like a pair of sunglasses, which emits soft green light onto the eyes. Funnily, the Professor and chief inventor is named Leon Lack of Sleep, actually just Leon Lack. My humour. Anyway, he has found green light is one of the most effective wavelengths for advancing or delaying the body clock. Now, who would’ve ever thought of that? Just like who thought of apt word names which I wrote about a few weeks ago (remember recalcitrant?) “Light from Re-Timer stimulates the part of the brain responsible for regulating the 24-hour body clocks,” said Professor Lack. You can wear the glasses at different times and for different lengths depending on what your sleeping problem is. And apparently, the glasses have been designed to be so comfortable, you can wear them while you go about your regular activities at work or home. I don’t know about you, but I think people might notice these if I wore them around, don’t you? I’d look like a big fly – Louie the fly! Although, it couldn’t be any

worse than some other fashion accessories around. Knowing me, I’d forget to take them off and become an insomniac. Or I’d wear them at the wrong times and be asleep in the day! I could just become Mexican to do that! Zzzz...... If anyone has tried these, please let me know! • And thank you to those people who let me know the movies that “set them off.” One of note was from Adrian “Dallas” Nourse of Saddleworth, who, as a child, just loved Charlotte’s Web and Lassie. And who wouldn’t? While his movie choices have changed now, Adrian is still a big snag!

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The famous golf club trading table is on December 7, so come along for some delicious Christmas treats. Speaking of golf and Christmas, Balaklava Golf Club’s History books would make great Christmas presents. Pop into the newsagency and grab one. • Australian Red Cross Blood Service is visiting the town hall on December 10 from 10am to 3.30pm. Call 13 14 95 for appointments.

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Christmas Tree Night is on December 19 (a great date!) at the hall. The night starts at 6pm, with tea at 6.30pm. Please take a plate of food to share. Santa will visit and bring presents for the kids (parents to supply please). There will be lucky door prizes, and carol singing, so come along for a great night! Riverton Three girls from Riverton Primary School formed a syndicate in the SA/NT section of Australian Sharemarket Game. The girls, Jasmine Greenslade, Sophie Griffiths and Nicola Butler, did very well and won $1000 for the school and $500 for themselves. I hope they are this successful with shares in real life when they’re older! Clare December 2 is the date for “Sounds of Christmas” at Vineyard School Stadium, Clare. Free Lions barbecue from 5pm.

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Junior disco for 8-13-year-olds, is on November 30 at the Institute. Lock in disco runs from 7-9.30pm. And it’s all things Christmassy at Hamley! If any groups would like to put a float in the Christmas parade on December 22, please let Kerry Innes know. Many years ago, Community Association (CA) decided to tie lilac bows around stobie poles and jacaranda trees along

Christmas parade route, also giving the town its own identity, and signifying the Christmas spirit. CA also tries to have the bows up by Remembrance Day to show respect to armed forces. The bows look lovely with the flowering purple jacaranda trees, so it is very disappointing to have them ripped off by inconsiderate people. Parents are encouraged to explain the meaning behind the bows to their children, and keep Christmas spirit alive. • Senior Citizens Christmas lunch at the Institute is at noon on December 2. www.plainsproducer.com.au

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Highway claims another two lives in grim Friday TWO fatal accidents on Port Wakefield road on Friday marked a grim start to the weekend on the state’s roads, with nine people killed. Emergency services were first called to the scene of a fatal road crash on Port Wakefield road, near Inkerman, about 1.15pm. A car had hit a tree about 15km south of Port Wakefield. The driver, a Port Clinton man, was the only occupant in the car and died at the scene. Lengthy diversions were in place for both directions of traffic, with vehicles sharing the southbound carriageway around the crash site. The second fatality came later in the afternoon on Port Wakefield Road, near Globe Derby Park. Just before 3pm, a car hit a pedestrian, an 87-yearold man from Bolivar, as he tried to cross the road. Major Crash Investigators attended the scene. Northbound traffic on Port Wakefield Road was diverted around the crash scene. PORT WAKEFIELD • FOUR men from Port Wakefield were arrested by police for unlawful detention and aggravated assault on Thursday, November 22. They were subsequently given bail to appear before the court at a later date. • A 26-year-old man from Port Wakefield was arrested by police for a first instance warrant on Thursday, November 22. He was excluded from bail. • A MAN and woman from Port Wakefield were both arrested by police for first instance warrants on November 21. The pair was excluded from bail. BALAKLAVA A 39-year-old man from Clare was reported for driving an unregistered and uninsured motor vehicle whilst also disqualified. It is alleged that he is the holder of a disqualified licence and that his vehicle did not have a valid registration or insurance. The vehicle was impounded for 28 days and he will appear in Court at a later date. CLARE A 21-year-old man from Clare was reported for driving whilst suspended. It is alleged he drove a motor vehicle whilst being the holder of a suspended licence. He will appear in Court at a later date. TWO WELLS • TWO WELLS and Barossa CIB reported a 40-year-old man from Two Wells for possessing a firearm, cannabis possession and cultivating cannabis on November 24. STOCKPORT • A 36-year-old Stockport woman was arrested by police for breaching a condition of her intervention order on Monday, November 20. She was subsequently given bail to appear in court at a later date.

THE Gilligan’s island castaways (from left) Thurston Howell III, (Marty Brice), Lovey Howell (Anne Arbon), the Professor (Gib Palmer), Mary-Ann (Kerry Takacs), Ginger (Kelly Bickle) and the Skipper (Steve Renshaw).

Castaways float our boat REVIEW: Terry Williams THOSE crazy castaways from Gilligan’s Island were transported to Balaklava Town Hall last weekend, entertaining audiences over three days. There were lots of laughs as Gilligan and his marooned crew entertained over three episodes “on a three hour cruise” as the audience dined to a tasty threecourse meal. Many were enjoying staff Christmas parties. The Balaklava Community Arts show was a nostalgic trip for many in the audience, as they sang along to the “Gilligan’s Island” theme from the popular TV show of decades past – but some younger members of the audience needed some clarification on the antics. Director Kelly Bickle, who also played a sizzling role as movie star Ginger, said the show had been great fun. And her dad’s (David Appleby) “jungle” of greenery made a great stage backdrop to the “island” setting. The episodes – “Seer Gilligan,” High Man on a Totem Pole,” and “Beauty is as Beauty Does” – were performed between courses, with each having its own short snippets for the cast to strut their stuff. Jonathon Jenkins portrayed Gilligan well, bumbling – and sometimes mumbling – along with his cohorts, fishing for laughs but reflecting the tenderness to others displayed by the original Gilligan (Bob Denver). The Skipper,was, well, the Skipper, with Steve Renshaw capturing the mannerisms and waving his cap at Gilligan, as he should! Top effort Steve – we should see more of you in BAC productions, but

Ginger tries her charms on Gilligan, played by Jonathon Jenkins. you will have do something about that lady in the audience! Anne Arbon was the perfect actor to play Lovey Howell. She can be such a toff! Hubby Thurston Howell (veteran performer Marty Brice) strode about with booming voice and gave a performance worth a million bucks. Gib Palmer, as the Professor, fitted the character and Kerry Takacs (Mary-Ann) was good support, unlike her bathing costume which brought some laughs of its own on Friday night! But it was Ginger (Kelly Bickle) who

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ONLY three votes were recorded on the Plains Producer poll regarding harvest bans. They were in response to the question: “Do you think other regional areas of South Australia should have harvest bans in place, enforced by local silo committees or ag bureaux, similar to what happens on Eyre Peninsula?” All three voters voted in favour of locally enforced harvest bans. This is unlikely to be an accurate reflection of community opinion, given the tiny sample size. That said, the lack of responses could also reflect the limited community interest on the subject, or perhaps many growers out there do not have access to Facebook, where the poll was conducted. The poll is still open on the Plains Producer Facebook page for anyone interested in voting.

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Marine park fight continues Les Pearson reports: MARINE Park 14 Action Group (MPAG) has ensured the State government is more than aware of the Port Wakefield community’s position on the proposed Marine Park Sanctuary Zones. It is widely believed by local

Premier’s office is Port Wakefield group’s latest mark commercial and recreational fishers a particular sanctuary zone, which prevents fishing of any kind north of its boundary at the top of the Gulf St Vincent, would drastically impact on both sectors and the town. MPAG members, Jeff Sutton,

Amanda Wheeler, Colin Doherty and group chair, Bart Butson, presented the community’s zoning proposal to the Premier’s chief-of-staff, Simon Blewett, last week. “I think they (the State government) were trying to find out from

us what they could offer to make us happier,” Mr Butson said. “After about 10 minutes of discussions, we could see they were still a long way away from what the community wanted under the community proposal.”

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PICTURE: Lisa Redpath TRISH Arbon checks the Kestrel meter in a crop at Watchman.

Kestrel’s vital signs boost safety factor A POCKET-SIZED weather device could become a mandatory gadget for farmers to ensure they are abiding by the Grain Harvest Code of Conduct. Watchman farmer, Phillip Arbon, said the Kestrel Meter provided the three vital readings of temperature, relative humidity and wind speed used to determine the fire danger rating. His wife and number one worker, Trish Arbon, is in charge

of checking the Kestrel Meter and monitoring the weather conditions while on the chaser bin. “We use it all the time,” Mr Arbon said. “A lot of farmers ring me and if they see I’ve pulled up, they will stop too. With insurance firms unlikely to pay out on fire claims when the fire starts at a time where the fire danger rating exceeds the recommended conditions under the

Grain Harvest Code of Practice, Mr Arbon said the Kestrel Meter should be a staple for all farmers. “If it’s outside the code of practice, they’d probably have no public liability protection,” he said. “Most farmers should have them, as you use them to monitor weather while spraying as well,” he said. The meters sell from just under $300 to around $600, depending on its optional components.

The system works: ‘No need for bans’ MALLALA farmer, Neil Tiller, claims there is no need for locally enforced harvest bans as the Mallala Ag Bureau already has a system in place to let farmers know when weather conditions are too dangerous for harvest. This was in response to last week’s article (Plains Producer, Pages 1 and 3), which revealed how silo committees on Eastern Eyre Peninsula declare harvest bans on days where the Fire Danger Rating gets high. Farmers are notified of the harvest ban when they call a specified phone number, which has a voice message recorded indicating either way, while word of mouth also tends to spread fairly quickly. Under the Grain Harvesting

Code of Practice, growers are supposed to stop reaping once wind reaches a certain speed, on a sliding scale depending on the temperature and relative humidity. These factors also produce a rating on the Fire Danger Index (FDI). Mr Tiller said the Mallala Ag Bureau had a similar “unwritten system” in place to notify local growers when weather conditions are too dangerous for reaping. Armed with the right technology to identify the relevant weather factors, farmers from around the district will contact him, as well as others, to ascertain if conditions are safe enough to reap, if there is any doubt. “We are doing the right thing

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here and guys are pulling up,” Mr Tiller said. Mr Tiller said the current system appeared to work well, although a text message service alerting growers of dangerous local weather conditions would be a great innovation. He believed the words “harvest ban” gives the wrong impression to the public and the code of practice had been sufficient to date. Generally, the decision to halt harvesting is spread through farmers in nearby areas communicating with each other without advice from specific groups – but anectodal reports indicate the decision to stop remained voluntary. “When the neighbour stops, you stop,” said one local farmer.

Mr Sutton said: “I’m sure we got the message across but whether anything is done is another matter,” Mr Butson believed the biggest benefit of the meeting was the State government at its highest levels was aware of the community’s stance on the Marine Park Sanctuary Zones, after the MPAG met with Premier, Jay Weatherill, only a few weeks before. “I don’t think they will do enough, that’s my feeling, but it was good to at least put across that we were really at odds and our belief of the big damage it will do to our community, to the highest levels we could get,” Mr Butson said. “We let (Mr Blewett) know we proposed to keep campaigning for our community until the next election if the government was prepared to go ahead with its current proposal.” Mr Sutton was a little more optimistic of getting the proposal changed. “It’s hard to put my finger on why, but surely they can’t be blind to the fact it’s going to hurt this community, so there has to be some compassion,” Mr Sutton said. “We made it abundantly clear as a group we were not going to go away. “We will need to use people power to show we have been unfairly treated and lobby the government for change because if we don’t, Port Wakefield as a town will be done over.” Mr Butson thanked Member for Goyder, Steven Griffiths, whose letter to the Premier’s office was believed to be a big driver of the meeting between the MPGA and Mr Blewett. “His assistance with all of this has been brilliant and will not be forgotten,” he said.

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ACHIEVEMENT AWARD & YOUTH ACHIEVEMENT AWARD 2012 Nominations are called for Balaklava Area Committee Achievement Award for 2012 Nominations for the achievement award should be for people who voluntarily donate their time to help the community. The Youth Achievement Award is open to young people between the ages of 16 and 25 who are achievers in any field and deserving of recognition. The awards recognise achievements in 2012. One nomination form per household or business premises is permitted and signature of nominator is required. Winner announced Australia Day, January 26, 2013. Your nomination counts! _____________________________________________________________ SELECTION OF AWARDS Senior Achievement Award Name: ............................................................................................................ (attach a short statement in support of this nomination) Nominated by: ................................... Contact Info: (P) ................................. Signature:...................................................................................................... Young Achiever Name:.............................................................................................................. (attach a short statement in support of this nomination) Nominated by: ................................... Contact Info: (P) ................................. Signature: .......................................................................................................

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PORT Wakefield horse rider Annaliese Nipperess proudly flew the Aussie flag at the International Classique, held at Benoni, South Africa, last weekend, returning home with some stunning results. She was one of four competitors representing Australia at the event, helping her team finish a close second behind New Zealand. Individually, Annaliese rode her way to a second placing on the first day of competition, she took top spot the next day and followed that up with another second spot on the final day. She rode a different horse each day, a new experience for her, but

overcame the hurdles of being on an unfamiliar animal with flying colours. “I was very happy,” Annaliese said. “I couldn’t have hoped for a better result. It was challenging but it was a good experience, and I got to ride some very good horses.” Outside of the competition, she also relished the opportunity to see and meet people from other countries. Annaliese’s father, Mark, was able to attend as well, while mother Amanda, remained at home. “It was good to have dad over there, his support was great,” Annaliese said. Amanda said both she and Mark were “chuffed” with their daughter’s efforts. She also thanked all those who supported Annaliese’s trip to South Africa. “The generosity was just fantastic,” Amanda said. Annaliese now has a few weeks off before a scholarship event, followed by a jumping competition in Mount Gambier.

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Art Gallery promotes ‘making of a master’

SNOWTOWN Area School’s last year 10 to 12 class (from left) Sharna Wakefield, teacher Judy Wormwell, Cassandra-Anne Wakefield, Kayla Wakefield, Andrew Elix, Jessie Scutcheon, Jamie Scutcheon, Adeliese Stephenson, teacher Jill Ottens and Hayley Dickinson. Absent: Johnathon Waters. PHOTO: MSP Photography. SNOWTOWN Area School will farewell its last secondary school students at a special function on Thursday, December 6. In June this year, the school’s governing council decided to offer only reception to year seven programs in 2013. Declining student numbers meant a strong reduction of funding for the school, leading to a cut in classes available to secondary students.

End of an era nears for Snowtown AS School principal, Mat Evans, said next Thursday’s event would be a combination of end of year presentations and acknowledging

the end of an era. Christmas carols, various class items and student awards will form part of the function, while a history of the school will also feature. Mr Evans said former student, Neralie Wearn (nee Rowan), former teacher, Jenni Hewett, and former principal, David Craddock, will speak about the school as part of the end of an era celebrations.

Gary drives strong points at bus inquiry FORMER local school bus contractor, Gary Simon, gave evidence at a hearing for the Parliamentary Select Committee Inquiry into School Bus Contracts at Parliament House last week. The investigation was instigated after Victorian company, Australian Transit Enterprises (ATE), was the successful tenderer for a large number of rural bus routes, putting a number of regional contractors out of business last year. Mr Simon, pictured, along with former business partner, Barry Taylor, were one of those regional operators to

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lose their contract and subsequently, a majority of their business. The select committee comprises five members of the Legislative Council, including Family First’s Rob Brokenshire, Labor’s Gerry Kandelaars, Mark Parnell of the Greens, and Liberal’s Jing Lee and David Ridgway. “I was happy to go there and I didn’t hold back, I told them exactly what I thought,” Mr Simon said. After devoting 26 years of his life to providing the

local school bus service, Mr Simon told the select committee how losing that part of his business had affected his wellbeing and livelihood. Mr Simon was initially uncomfortable with the setting of speaking in Parliament House in front of the committee but their welcome helped dissolve that feeling and once he began to give his evidence, it all flowed from there. “Once I started to speak, it just came naturally,” he said. “I had a fair bit of knowledge on the subject and I had some things stored up, which I had given a lot of thought to.

“They really gave me the impression they were interested in what I had to say.” He spoke for about 20 minutes, which included answering some questions from the select committee, after he raised some points not touched on at previous evidence hearings. The committee will hand down its recommendations in a report on its investigation next year. “I’m still happy there is something going on, as long as it is being discussed, there is some light at the end of the tunnel,” Mr Simon said.

Reduced limits when snapper season opens Fishers are reminded reduced recreational and charter snapper fishing limits will come into effect in South Australia when the season opens at midday on Friday, November 30. Reduced bag and boat limits follow the usual month-long, statewide closure to snapper fishing, and will remain in place until midday, December 15. After this time, recreational and

December 15. Reduced limits were announced in early October together with other new management measures aimed at providing greater protection to South Australia’s iconic snapper species during their spawning. From 2013 onwards, recreational and charter fishers must comply with an extended closed season, running from midday November 1 to December 15.

charter snapper fishing limits revert to existing bag and boat limits. The snapper fishery will also remain closed to commercial fishers until midday

For the commercial sector, this includes a 15 day extension to annual November closure effective from 2012 and after this period, a limit on the daily allowable commercial catch and a reduction in number of hooks that can be used by commercial operators in Spencer Gulf and Gulf St Vincent. • For more information, visit www. pir.sa.gov.au/fisheries.

A rt G a l l e r y o f South Australia comes to Kapunda tomorrow (Thursday), hosting an exclusive preview talk in for its upcoming major exhibition, Turner from the Tate: The Making of a Master. This major exhibition of the works of acclaimed British artist J.M.W Turner, pictured, is one of the most ambitious exhibitions ever staged by the Gallery and the first major showing of Turner ’s work in Australia for nearly 20 years. The Art Gallery’s exhibitions and public programs manager, David O’Connor will present a free preview talk at the Kapunda Community Gallery on Thursday at 6.30pm,when he will introduce the exhibition and share insights into the work of one of Britain’s greatest artists, J.M.W Turner. The exhibition will be held at the SAArt Gallery on North terrace, Adelaide, from February 8.

Rabbits on the move

Rabbit numbers have been increasing over the last few weeks. Department of Environment, Water and Natural Resources o fficer Ken Rudd, who leads the rabbit baiting program for the Northern & Yorke Peninsula NRM group, says young rabbits are now leaving warrens. “In the lead up to summer, weather conditions help the spread of diseases like RHD and myxomatosis, which wipe out large numbers of these young rabbits,” he said. Those wanting to seek advice on rabbit baiting and control options can contact theNYNRM Kadina office on 8821 4672.

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Great night for ‘the girls’ Mallala’s “Girls Night In” held recently at Mallala Institute was a raging success. A large crowd of 165 people happily browsed for bargains on 31 stalls. A fashion parade was well received, with fashions from Lesley’s Boutique, Gawler. The fashions were modelled by local ladies, including five from the Mallala Relay for Life Team. Guest speakers were Lesley Beare, ambassador for the Cancer Council SA, and Belinda Cay, local businesswoman in the agriculture industry. Lesley spoke on her experience with cancer, what the Relay for Life is and what services/support is available from Cancer Council SA, while Belinda discussed her life experiences. About $5000 was raised from the night, Friday, November 16,which will go directly to Cancer Council SA, via the Mallala Relay for Life Team.

ON the catwalk are Jacqui Barr, Kathy Bruggemann, Lisa Baker, Jenny Davies, Jane Lutt and Leeanne Work.

BELOW: Enjoying the evening are Jayne Tiller and Deb Howell

MAKING their sales pitch are Jordyn Algar, Ryan Konzag, Joan Garrihy and Sue Thorne

Getting U.G.L.Y raises $6500

LOCAL bartenders collectively raised about $6500 for the Leukaemia Foundation in the recent U.G.L.Y. bartender fundraiser. Well done to the following bartenders: Nicole Barnes - New Dublin Hotel; Ross Sharer - Lower Light Hotel; Robbo Watson - Tarlee Hotel; Linnette Weinel - Gilbert Valley Hotel; Biz Racic - Watervale Hotel; Dave Holmes - Junction Hotel, Brinkworth; Tavia Rankin - Lochiel Hotel; Natasha Pope - Port Wakefield Hotel.

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n UNVEILING a plaque to open the new depot in Mallala are District Council of Mallala mayor, Marcus Strudwicke, right, with long-serving works depot staff members (from left) Jock Kennison, Sam Dunstan and Keith Earl. District Council of Mallala officially opened the $2.6 million redevelopment of its depot on Thursday November 22. The development, on Aerodrome road, Mallala, has been under council consideration for the past decade but only came to fruition in the past 12 months, with staff moving into the new premises in September. While the “makeover” was in force, works staff relocated to Two Wells. DCM chief executive officer,

Charles Manseuto, said the depot upgrade was a long time coming but the end result provided best practice, comfortable and userfriendly facilities for the 30 depot staff and the general public. “The final outcome has taken into account the current and future needs so that council can continue to deliver and improve services to the community,” Mr Mansueto said. “It’s been a challenging process to get to this point but I think the outcome is a positive one not just

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for staff but for the pubic too.” Apart from two small sheds and a large open equipment storage space at the back, not much of the old depot remains. Taking pride of place in the upgrade is the depot’s new workshop and wash bay, which now meets EPA standards and is complete with a specific welding bay, chemical storage facilities, workshop office and large storage area. Out the front, the car park and entrance area has been revamped, with electronic gates improving

security and access to the depot. And when DCM works staff are not out and about in the district improving local roads, ovals, gardens and streets, they now have spacious office accommodation, a meeting room and better amenities, including a roomy lunch room. DCM will hold a public open day on Thursday, December 13, from 3pm to 5pm for members of the community to view and tour the new facilities. Tours will run at 3.30pm and again at 4.30pm.

‘Face to face’ the key for Pascale business success The importance of relationships and demand for the faces behind organisations still is central to business excellence in South Australia according to construction and masonry company, Pascale Construction, which recently celebrated its long-running success and launched an exciting new company direction. The Adelaide based company which celebrated a milestone of 30 years, works hard at building relationships with a variety of South Australian businesses and organisations as well as making their mark in South Australia with well-known building projects, such as the Gateway to Adelaide. Pascale Construction Directors, Fred Pascale and Richard Zanchetta, acknowledge many businesses have experienced success through taking operations online, but believe the point of difference helping the company stand out from the crowd has been their attitude towards developing and nurturing face-to-face relationships and a ‘can-do’ culture. “People judge you by your attitude towards them and your approach to business as well as your current work,” explained Fred. “By knowing the face of your business they can get a sense of who you are and what the company stands for, which is why personal contact and strong relationships have been so important to us. “In the construction industry you are

only as good as your last project, so it is important the directors are readily available and proactive to client’s needs,” Richard adds. Recent tough economic times and low consumer confidence have been felt acutely in the construction industry, with emerging challenges such as a reduced volume of work, increased competition, dwindling profit margins, and the reduction of private sector investment. Fred believes it is more important than ever for businesses in the industry to not only adapt to the current climate, but also remain true to your values in business. “We began as a one man bricklaying business and have grown into a significant commercial construction company taking on large scale projects,” Fred said. “Over 30 years we’ve faced many challenging times, such as the recession in the early 90s, but have been able to come through each economic downturn by standing by our values and points of difference.” Pascale Construction’s performance can be seen in the recently completed new Works Depot for The District Council of Mallala. Attention to detail and customer focus ensured a highly successful result and is a credit to the entire project team. Pascale Construction is proud to be associated with this successful project and looks forward to an ongoing relationship with the council.

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THE Works team with DCM mayor, Marcus Strudwicke, (back, from left) Kai Sotnikov, Noel Bubner, Shane Dyson, Kirk Daniel, Jacob Hart, Daryl Standley, Kate Murphy, Bradley Norman, Paul Kleghorn, Thomas Jones, Sam Dunstan, Keith Earl, Paul McNair, Eric Williams, John Algar, Jock Kennison, front, Steve Biddell, Peter Hume, Andrea Humphrys, Wesley Rudd, Gary Mavrinac, Aaron White, Trevor Dorman, Pamela Drew.

Council depot is working for community

OUTSIDE the depot’s office are (from left) DCM CEO, Charles Mansueto, Pam Drew, Peter Hume, Daryl Standley, Jacob Hart, Brad Norman and mayor Marcus Strudwicke.

Veterans recognised for their dedication

Bec O’Brien reports: Between them, these men have given nearly 80 years service to the District Council of Mallala. Pictured above, from left, Sam Dunstan, Jock Kennison and Keith Earl have all worked for DCM for 25 or more years and have seen much change in the last quarter of a century. Sam started out with the council as a young 20-year-old and was given the not so pretty job of the rubbish run. It was a hands-on, physical job, which required him to lift countless bins and empty them into a truck. Part of his duties also included cleaning the public toilets in the district, and although these tasks might not have been for the faint hearted, Sam reckons they helped shape his work ethic today and introduced him to some wonderful people.

“I’ve got to meet some lovely people over the years,” he said. “There was an elderly couple in Two Wells who every Monday when I came to empty their bin, would produce some sandwiches and a cold can of Coke for me. “It became a tradition to stop by on Monday around lunch time.” In more recent years the 45-year-old has mainly been working with the road construction crew, a job Sam says he enjoys as it gets him outside, away from a desk. Fellow employee, Jock Kennison, emigrated from Scotland in 1965 and has worked at almost everything. Also part of the construction crew, today Jock primarily works the bulldozer but has also driven the grader and semi-trailer trucks, carting rubble from the council’s quarry to one

place or another. He has worked for DCM for the past 28 years, but prior to this was a member of the Australian Army, went to sea with the merchant Navy and mined in Africa. Jock has some great stories. If you get the chance, ask him about the bulldozer he sank! Current DCM depot operations co-ordinator, Keith Earl, has also clocked up 25 years with the council. Keith is a Mallala-ian through and through, having attended Mallala Primary School and worked in the town as a mechanic. Keith started at council in August 1987 doing “a bit of everything” be-

fore taking on a role as driver of a tandem tipper. Keith was also a patrol grader driver on a seasonal basis. His mechanical background has stood him in good stead at DCM and his current role involves co-ordinating construction and maintenance teams. DCM CEO Charles Mansueto, said the men’s contribution had not gone unnoticed. “The have been very dedicated and committed,” he said. “It’s great to recognise staff contributions to the community.” The trio received commemorative certificates and a Bunnings voucher.

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NEWS v District Movember party raises cash for men’s health LOWER North Cricket Club hosted a Beer Garden Party at the Terminus Hotel as a fundraiser for Movember on Saturday night. Whyalla’s Dean Storic was voted as having the best mo, followed by runner up, Jeff Cowan, of Balaklava. Mo muffins were a popular treat, which also helped raise some extra money. All funds raised were donated to the Movember cause, which promotes awareness for men’s health issues.

Having a great time at the Movember Party are (back, from left) Tiffany Higgs, Liz Wallis, Bonnie Nicholls, Emma Ward, (front) Kimberly Higgs, Holly Cowan and Claudia Cowan.

Displaying their fine mos (from left) Casey Michael, Libby Pearson and Mandy Cocks.

LEFT: Maddi Veitch and Maddison Whitaker. LEFT: Having a drink together at the Lower North Cricket Club’s Movember Party, held at the Terminus Hotel on Saturday night, are (from left) Jonathon Brice, Jed Rowland, Chad Ruiz and Tyler Williams.

Enjoying the Movember Party are Dylan Smith, Tom Forrest and Emily Hannemann.

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WHAT better ambassador for Movember could there be than the moustached Member for Frome, Geoff Brock? Mr Brock (pictured, right) recently worked himself to the point he was hospitalised, ignoring doctor’s orders to take a break and allow his medication to work. “I felt some symptoms and went to the doctor, who provided me with some medication, which didn’t work sufficiently because of my own actions,” he explained. “It was probably because I didn’t do the right thing after I had the medication. The doctor recommended he go to hospital and have the required treatment through an intravenous drip. “While I was there, I thought I might as well have an ‘oil change’ and ‘grease up’ and from that, I’ve now had my cholesterol and blood test done and the next thing is my prostate,” Mr Brock said. “I’m a great supporter of the Cancer Council of SA, so I’m having my prostate tested as a precaution, even though the blood test indicated no real issue.” The whole issue would have been resolved if he had taken a break the first time around. “I am a workaholic, quite frankly, I’m my own worst enemy,” he said. “It’s just my ethos and mannerism ever since my dad taught me that when I was young. “Sometimes I might neglect to have a meal or I may feel a bit down and don’t understand it’s my body saying I might need a break. “It’s a wake up call and I think that’s an issue with most of us men, we often don’t see or hear the wake up calls and I’m thankful I’ve had one. “Two days in hospital was very frustrating but sometimes you need to stop and take heed of the warnings.” It was a lesson learned for Mr Brock. “The doctors are now saying to me, every six months, you will need a check up and I will take that on board,” he said. “You’ve got to think about your family too, because you’re a long time dead. “My first wife only had 39 years, my grandson only 18 months, so they’re the things I think about.” Plains Producer, Wednesday November 28, 2012

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In the action…

CARLA Northey fields for Dublin during Monday night’s Women’s Cricket game against Smithfield. LEFT: Jessie Marshall bowls for Dublin on the home pitch.

SKIPPERS Colin Phillips, Hamley Bridge, and John Glistak, Riverton, watch play.

DALKEY’S Richard Gregory plays a backhand during Saturday’s Mid North Tennis Association match against Hilltown, played at Hamley Bridge. INSET: Cassandra Bell nails a strong backhand in her mixed doubles match.

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SPORT v Bowls

Crucial matches in Division One this week • From back page This weekend’s matches will clearly impact on the Division One standings, with each of the matches being crucial to the aspirations of a number of sides. Wasleys hosts a Riverton, a side coming off its bye. To date, Wasleys has a 2-5 record whereas Riverton’s record is 3-3. In their previous clash, Riverton emerged victors by nine shots after a tight fought contest. On any given day, Wasleys has the game to defeat any opposition. Riverton will need to produce its best bowls to ensure that it goes home with a win rather than leave the match points with the home side. Recent form suggests a Riverton win but the match may finish up much tighter than expected. Balaklava meets Mallala in the second match. When the two sides last met, Balaklava emerged winners by two shots with only one rink up. However, on its home green, Balaklava will ensure that the final result is nowhere near as close this time around. The final match will see second placed Port Wakefield (5-2) play third placed Owen (3-4). In recent matches, Port Wakefield has had four wins in a row whereas Owen’s record is 2-2. This form suggests that a fifth

successive win will be recorded by Port Wakefield at Owen’s expense. Hamley Bridge has the bye for Round 9. RESULTS: Port Wakefield 88 (10) (R. Murphy 27, G. McPharlin 26, W. McPharlin 35) def. Hamley Bridge 56 (2) (C. Donohue 13, P. Fritz 28, J. Bubner 15); Balaklava 69 (10) (B. Taylor 14, P. Thompson 27, T. Clifford 28) def. Owen 67 (2) (N. Harkness 31, T. Harkness 14, G. Bubner 22); Mallala 69

(10) (J. Evans 29, P. Furst 19, B. Smith 21) def. Wasleys 57 (2) (W. Grady 17, S. Nicolai 18, D. Olive 22); Riverton bye. STANDINGS: Balaklava 64 (+116), Port Wakefield 54 (+72), Owen 37 (-6), Riverton 36* (-41), Mallala 35 (-54), Hamley Bridge 32 (-92), Wasleys 30 (+5) [* = bye]. FIXTURES – December 1: Wasleys vs Riverton, Balaklava vs Mallala, Port Wakefield vs Owen, Hamley Bridge bye.

JOHN Bubner, Hamley Bridge Division One, changes the scores.

ANDREW Lemmon bowls for the Division One Hamley Bridge side on Saturday at home.

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Pennant results played November 22. Riverton Green 55 (A.Harrip 27, J.Przibilla 28) D Burra Red 21 (N.Bevan 12, L.Sutton 9). Riverton Blue 41 ( M.Prime 20, E.Passehl 21) D Booborowie 24 (L.Pearce 13, R.Landorf 11). Tarlee 40 (J.Rohde 27, J.Branson 13) D Riverton Black 29 (C.O’Toole 15, M.Keast 14). Saddleworth Gold 42 (T.Ritchie 17, R.Richardson 25) D Robertstown Green 37(S.Kimpton 20, D.Kotz 17). Robertstown Gold 41 (C.Ruediger 19, L.Mosey 22) D Saddleworth Blue 25 (B.Schoenberg 12, C.Hodge 13). Auburn Red 40 (M.Parkinson 24, M.Mount 16) D Mintaro 38 (C.Dixon 14, L.Dixon 24). Auburn Black 53 ( S.Hean 23 L.Wildash 30) D Watervale 22 ( J.Smith 9, T.Wostikow 13). Burra Green 42 (H.Stockman 24, K.Lomman 18) D Burra Gold 27 (D.Day 15, A.Day 12). PREMIERSHIP TABLE as at November 22: Pts/Shots ROBERTSTOWN GOLD 46 +122 RIVERTON BLUE 42 + 70 AUBURN RED 41 + 55 AUBURN BLACK 40 + 76 SADDLEWORTH BLUE 34 + 66 SADDLEWORTH GOLD 32 0 RIVERTON BLACK 31 - 2.25 BURRA GREEN 30 + 6 TARLEE 26 - 20 ROBERTSTOWN GREEN 25 - 22 BURRA GOLD 24 + 15 RIVERTON GREEN 22 - 0.75 BOOBOROWIE 20 - 25 BURRA RED 19 - 41 MINTARO 10 - 59 WATERVALE 6 - 160

Sides for Saturday

Balaklava DIVISION 1 v Mallala: B.Olsen (lead), C.Cunningham (second), K.McPharlin (third), S.Hawke (skipper). O.Chapman, G.Palmer, R.McPharlin, T.Clifford. Z.Guy, A.Northcott, A.Chivell, P.Thompson. DIVISION 2 BLUE v Balaklava Red: C.Haasbroek, P.Ramm, N.Veitch, J.Olsen. C.Welke, E.Edwards, J.Milton, C.Milton. D.May, D.Beare, B.Moffat, L.Day. DIVISION 2 RED v Balaklava Blue: Ph.Meyers, P.Meyers, R.McDonald, P.McPharlin. C.Guy, H.Hebisch, N.Olsen, S.Guy. K.Cottle, A.Fowler, J.McPharlin, C.Cowan. DIVISION 2 WHITE v Mallala White: M.Hillman, A.Barr, T.Jones, R.Hillman. N.Sampson, B.Philp, B.Barr, J.Bastian. L.Zerk, K.Catford, K.Harkness, C.Stewart. Bar: O.Chapman, A.Chivell. Owen DIVISION 1 v Pt Wakefield at Pt Wakefield: G.Marshman, G.Ince, D.Greer, T.Harkness. D.Lauricella, P.Freebairn, B.Parker, N.Harkness. M.Miles, D.Hartwell, G.Harkness, G.Bubner. Cars: G.Ince, D.Hartwell, D.Lauricella, depart 12.30pm. DIVISION 2 v Hamley Bridge Red: D.Brown, I.Gregory, R.Hill, P.Sullivan. G.Pidgeon, O.Parker, W.Heaslip, L.Hean. L.Beaty, A.Ince, I.Freebairn, K.Warnes.

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OWEN Eglington, Port Wakefield, isn’t too impressed with the result of his bowl during the Division One match against Hamley Bridge.

A hot day for bowls but that’s how some bowlers like it. The weather conditions over the past week provide an opportunity for bowlers to be reminded of the revised heat policy that operates within Wooroora Men’s for this season. On days when it is hot – the following will apply: • During the 2012-2013 season, earlier starting times will apply should the maximum forecast temperature of 38C, 39C or 40C for Adelaide be reported on ABC Radio 891 at 7pm Friday before the scheduled match. Conditions of Play for these matches are: • Matches to commence at 10am Saturday for all Divisions, and; •Each rink must play 15 ends. • If the maximum forecast temperature for Adelaide is 41C or above, all matches are cancelled. • On declared Catastrophic Fire Days for the Mid North Region, all bowls are cancelled. Plains Producer, Wednesday November 28, 2012

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JOE Tily didn’t waste any time getting back into bowls after having a knee replacement just six weeks ago! He is pictured here bowling for Hamley Bridge in the Division Two competition. PHOTOS: LISA REDPATH

RIGHT: Riverton’s Alec Lee winds up for a bowl in Saturday’s Division Two competition at Hamley Bridge.

Top eight beginning to take shape Most of the leading Division Two sides took advantage of good wins in their respective matches to improve their standing within the top half of the competition. Closest match of the round, though, was between Balaklava Red and Mallala Black. Both sides could not be separated at the end of the day but with two rinks up, match points went to Balaklava Red 7-5. For Balaklava Red, winning skippers were P. McPharlin and Cowan with three and two shot wins over Dunstan (MB) and Thorpe (MB), respectively. Mallala Black’s McDonald finished five shots up over Guy (BR). Leaders Port Wakefield Blue emerged winners by 13 shots up over middle of the order Owen. Cluse (PWB) accounted for Warnes (O) by 18 shots; Reimers (PWB) defeated Hean (O) by six shots, while Owen’s Miles took the points against Baum (PWB) by 11 shots. In other matches, third placed Balaklava Blue easily accounted for Mallala White by 25 shots, while fourth placed Tarlee White defeated Hamley White by 42 shots. Other winners on the day included Riverton Black, Balaklava White and Hamley Red. Tarlee Red had the bye for round eight. While the top six sides look comfortable, the next five sides are only separated by a spread of six points ensuring that the battle for a Division Two spot after

TALLON Towers, Riverton, sends one down, while teammate Lyn Gilbert (inset) follows her bowl in Division Two. the competition split is still alive and well. This week Another set of crucial matches are on the cards in round nine. For Mallala Black to edge closer to the leading group, a win against competition leaders Port Wakefield Blue is the first step. Port Wakefield Blue still remains undefeated whereas Mallala Black has a 4-3 record, though somewhat unlucky in its last two matches. A tight contest is likely here, with Port Wakefield Blue possibly playing out another close call in this

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match. Balaklava Red and Balaklava Blue occupy second and third spots, respectively. Their local derby will be intensely fought as both sides endeavour to improve their current standings. Season form suggests that little should separate the two sides at the end of the day. So, which Balaklava side will take the match points? Mallala White has an excellent opportunity to make up some ground upon the leading sides when it meets Balaklava White. A win also will help Mallala White clear away

from the chasing pack behind it. Season form favours Mallala White but with the match being played at Balaklava, the home side may gain an upset result here. Owen and Hamley Red are two of the sides sitting on the Division Two/Division Three verge and so their clash, to be played at Owen, will be watched with interest. Both sides have had the same number of wins so far though Hamley Red’s recent form has been the better of the two. Home green advantage may prove to be the deciding factor here.

In the remaining matches, season form suggests that Tarlee Red, Port Wakefield Gold and Riverton Black will win their respective matches. Tarlee White has the Bye in Round nine. RESULTS: Tarlee White 96 (12) (D. Meyers 46, J. Perry 21, F. Gorey 29) def. Hamley White 54 (0) (R. Gasser 18, K. Patmore 19, Mick Nicholls 23); Riverton Black 67 (12) (A. Clark 21, P. Gates 22, L. Schwarz 24) def. Port Wakefield Gold 58 (0) (K. Anderson 18, A. Carslake 17, L. Robertson 23); Balaklava White 82

(10) (C. Stewart 23, J. Bastian 27, R. Hillman 32) def. Wasleys 61 (2) (J. McDonnell 25, F. Frankel 15, C. Frankel 21); Balaklava Blue 85 (10) (G. Olsen 26, C. Milton 30, L. Day 29) def. Mallala White 60 (2) (G. Donlon 8, J. Curnow 36, M. Secomb 16); Balaklava Red 68 (7) (P. McPharlin 24, S. Guy 19, C. Cowan 25) def. Mallala Black 68 (5) (M. Dunstan 21, K. McDonald 24, D. Thorpe 23); Port Wakefield Blue 77 (10) (P. Baum 16, T. Cluse 35, S. Reimers 26) def. Owen 64 (2) (M. Miles 27, K. Warnes 17, L. Hean 20); Hamley Red 75 (10) (C. Phillips 25, B. Morris 27, L. Stott 23) def. Riverton White 68 (2) (J. Glistak 26, P. Koster 20, R. Hannaford 22); Tarlee Red bye. STANDINGS: Port Wakefield Blue 79 (+180.75), Balaklava Red 69 (+51), Balaklava Blue 61* (+113), Tarlee White 60 (+108), Mallala Black 54* (+9), Mallala White 52* (+131), Balaklava White 42 (+1), Owen 39* (-17), Port Wakefield Gold 38 (-10), Riverton Black 37* (-29), Hamley Red 36 (-61), Tarlee Red 31* (-53), Wasleys 28* (-130.75), Hamley White 25 (-234), Riverton White 21* (-57) [* = bye] FIXTURES – December 1: Riverton White vs Tarlee Red, Owen vs Hamley Red, Mallala Black vs Port Wakefield Blue, Balaklava Blue vs Balaklava Red, Balaklava White vs Mallala White, Port Wakefield Gold vs Wasleys, Hamley White vs Riverton Black, Tarlee White bye.

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LUKE Marshman concentrates hard as he plays a forehand for Dalkey, during Saturday’s B grade match at Hamley Bridge, against Hilltown.

Fill-ins dominant this week balaklava night

Interesting scores were seen across the board last Thursday night. Division one Andrew Lane’s Beavers had a good win 5-32 to 1-16 over Tania Allen’s Gators. Well done to captain, Tania, and fill-in, Ben Michael, who won the Gators’ only set, but it just wasn’t meant to be otherwise! Big Beaver Darren Scholz was all over the net, while Laney was just being a beaver. Cherie Cmrlec and Leonie McRostie played consistently well. Gators’ regular men Chris Curnow and Jarrad Thiele played well, but couldn’t quite get there. The other division one match had a similar scoreline, with Scott McDonald’s Turtles winning 6-33 to 0-17 over Pula McBride’s Newts. Luke Williams filled in and played two tiebreakers against direct opponent Paul, with some great

rallies played. Newts Gary Wilson, who was still in awe of his opponent from last week. Robert Bickmore showed he’s still got it…well, almost! He and partner Wally ‘Meatpack King’ Treverton, did well and with team mate Kirsty Williams, saved their pride by at least not having a dak dropper. Well done to the slow and steady Turtle Julia Hoskin, who had some hilarious rallies against Wally, who has also challenged Julia to a singles match! Helen Barry played well despite having some knee trouble. And just to clarify, Kirsty has not had a collagen injection in her lip, just some stitches, after smacking herself in the mouth at Saturday tennis! Division two had a cast of thousands filling in and it was difficult to find regulars. Worms won a thriller 3-26 to 3-22 over Grubs. Opponents Kerrie Bell and Glenda Shepherd featured in two 8-0s, ending one apiece. Big wiry Worm, War-

ren McRostie, started with a bang having a big win with Nancy Gates, but went AWOL for his last two sets. Nancy was the weapon winning her three sets, the others with Kerrie and Michelle Williams. Grubs Bec Houston had a good hit out as did team mates Megan Shepherd, Glenda, and much improved Hollie Hudson. Well done to all players. The final division two match was one sided, although there were some close sets. Gnats won 6-37 to Slugs 0-12. Slugs David Northcott and Kevyna Gardner were unlucky to lose a tiebreaker to Pete Georg and Mary Heslop, while Danielle Murphy was ‘consistent’ in her battle against former night regular, Carly Friedrichs. Pete and David had some good rallies, as did fill-in Kym Woodroofe against Cherie Cleary. Maybe next time, Slugs! With regulars back in for all teams, things could look very different.

JOANNE Humphrys, Dalkey, about to hit a forehand. PHOTOS: LISA REDPATH

SAM Wedding in action for Dalkey B grade.

Mid North Tennis Association As at 17/11/2012

A Grade M W L F Pts For Ag Hilltown 5 5 0 0 15 640 314 Blyth 5 4 1 0 13 5709 485 Clare Aces 5 3 2 0 11 593 457 Clare Masters 5 3 2 0 11 552 480 Clare Y/Guns 5 2 3 0 9 523 547 Saddleworth 5 2 3 0 9 448 553 Long Plains 5 1 4 0 7 401 598 Balaklava 5 0 5 0 5 349 653 B Grade M W L F Pts For Ag Mintaro 4 4 0 0 12 515 81 Auburn 4 4 0 0 12 516 311 Riverton 4 4 0 0 12 517 320 Hilltown 5 3 2 0 11 514 494 Dalkey 5 2 3 0 9 494 549 Watervale 5 2 3 0 9 450 549 Clare H/Shots 5 1 4 0 7 400 619 F/Flat & 7/Hill 4 0 4 0 4 367 467 Blyth 4 0 4 0 4 304 487 Juniors M W L F Pts For Ag Clare Yellow 4 4 0 0 12 243 191 Clare Green 4 4 0 0 12 222 179 Clare Blue 5 4 1 0 13 317 187 Watervale 4 3 1 0 10 201 190 Blyth Alligators 5 3 2 0 11 290 226 Clare White 4 2 2 0 8 196 224 Clare Red 5 2 3 0 9 290 268 Hilltown 5 2 3 0 9 248 267 Blyth Crocodiles 5 1 4 0 7 217 283 Mintaro 5 0 5 0 5 232 296 Auburn 4 0 4 0 4 105 250

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% 67.09 54.42 56.48 53.49 48.88 44.76 40.14 34.83 % 64.70 62.39 61.77 50.99 47.36 45.05 39.25 44.00 38.43 % 55.99 55.36 62.90 51.41 56.20 46.67 51.97 48.16 43.40 43.94 29.58

Lower North Juniors

DIVISION 1: Two Wells 4-30 d. Balaklava Gold 2-24 Doubles Takaji/Humphrys lost to Taylor/B. Freebairn 3-6 Gameau/Tapscott d. Scholz/G. Freebairn 6-5 Singles Ako Takaji d. Jordan Taylor 6-1 Jamie Humphrys lost to Brett Freebairn 3-6 James Gameau d. Zac Scholz 6-3 Angus Tapscott d. Gemma Freebairn 6-3. Balaklava Green 4-31 d. Hamley Bridge 2-22 Doubles C.&D.Michael lost to Pratt/Bell 4-6 Williams/Greenshields d. McCabe/Packer 6-2 Singles Callum Michael d. Jared Pratt 6-5 Dillon Michael d. Tristan Bell 6-0 Ashleigh Williams d. Beth Packer 6-3 Tash Greenshields lost to Amy McCabe 3-6. Long Plains 4-28 d. Mallala White 2-25 Doubles Sharer/N.Curnow d. Graham/Jarmyn 6-2 R. Curnow/Daniel d. Parsons/Furst 6-3 Singles Corey Sharer lost to Trent Graham 1-6 Nick Curnow lost to Laura Jarmyn 3-6 Riley Curnow d. Edward Parsons 6-3 Amy Daniel d. Jackson Furst 6-5. DIVISION 2: Two Wells Red 3-24 drew with Owen White 3-24 Doubles C.Foubister/Musolino d. Lane/Harkness 6-1 Tapscott/J.Foubister lost to Lloyd/Burman 2-6 Singles Chelsea Foubister d. Connor Lane 6-1 Caitlin Musolino lost to Jake Harkness 2-6 Jake Tapscott d. Kaitlyn Lloyd 6-4

Jake Foubister lost to Lisa Burman 2-6 Long Plains 5-35 d. Owen Red 1-22 Doubles H.Hosking/McArdle d. S.Parker/Heaslip 6-5 Barr/M.Hosking d. Gameau/L.Parker 6-5 Singles Harry Hosking d. Sophie Parker 6-1 Georgia McArdle d. Jessica Heaslip 6-4 Angie Barr lost to Tom Gameau 5-6 Mary Hosking d. Lucy Parker 6-1. Balaklava Green 6-36 d. Two Wells White 0-11 Doubles Scholz/Heaslip d. T.&M.Briscoe 6-3 Selleck/West d. Dart/Duthie 6-0 Singles Todd Scholz d. Tarsha Briscoe 6-5 Sarah Heaslip d. Macey Briscoe 6-3 Kristy Selleck d. Zoe Dart 6-0 Billy West d. Aliesha Duthie 6-0. Balaklava Gold 4-33 d. Mallala 2-24 Doubles Lamond/Michael d. Furst/Tiller 6-5 Renshaw/Clifford d. Howard/Cocks 6-2 Singles Tyson Lamond d. Georgia Furst 6-2 Toby Michael lost to Jake Tiller 4-6 Syjourn Renshaw lost to Alex Howard 5-6 Aaron Clifford d. Brayden Cocks 6-3. DIVISION 3: Balaklava Green 5-31 d. Mallala 1-17 Doubles White/Allen d. M.May/Bakker 6-3 Woodroofe/Freebairn d. Matters/J.May 6-2 Singles Kirrily White d. Matt May 6-3 Lori Allen lost to Gabrielle Bakker 1-6 Tommy Woodroofe d. Kimberly Matters 6-3 Matthew Freebairn d. Jack May 6-0 Balaklava Gold 6-36 d. Owen 0-5 Doubles Lane/Tiller d. Heaslip/Lane 6-1 Lamond/Heaslip

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% 60.00 53.33 55.56 53.33 56.67 46.67 23.33 % 69.44 61.11 61.11 63.89 52.78 41.67 19.35 22.58

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Too hot for ‘Hoops With the warm weather on Friday night, Aussie Hoops was cancelled. I expect this may happen again at some stage, hopefully it won’t be this week. I hear Annette Wilson keeps a pretty good eye on the weather, and gets the message to the clubs and schools. Apparently Annette was fighting a losing battle with those nasty flies, calling for the aeroguard…thankfully Shane Faehrmann didn’t have far to go to help her out with a can, with Chloe Brown bringing a can as well. Unfortunately, due to the accidents on Port Wakefield road, Ben and other umpires were unable to make it this week. It’s lucky Leigh was able to step into the role and had it all under control, with Mark Snowdon giving umpiring a go. Chris Simon came to the rescue, as well as a number of other umpires managing to umpire extra games…I hear Tom Lane is doing a great job in the ‘green shirts’. Well done Tom. In the Under 12 mixed competition, I see the Strikers beat the Magics team by one point – this is said to be one of the games of the night, with Rhea Lawless top scoring for the Strikers and Thomas Michael and Sabian Bennett both shooting well also. Bad luck to the Magics, who played an awesome game. Candace Smith, Jacob Battle and Karl Binka shot well, too. I’ve heard Karl may be out due to injury, how long for we will have to wait and see. Long Plains had a win against the Falcons in Under 14 boys, with Dawson Page top scoring again this week on 45 points. Good to see Blake Barber putting in a mightier effort as well. Ashton Snowden and Matt Wandel also played well, along with the rest

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of the Long Plains team. Sean Speissagger and Samuel Michael both put in stellar efforts for the Falcons. In the Under 16 girls competition, the Cannons went down to the Owen team. Aleisha Michael, Alyssa Allen and Emma Mahony scored well for the Cannons and Kelsey Wedding, Jessica Heaslip and Mary Hosking did well for Owen. In Under 17, the Titans had a close win against Bulldogs with Titans Bradey Krieg, Lachlan Speissegger and Jeremy Lusung scoring well. Tait Nottle, WillAngel and Thomas Goldney did a great job for the Bulldogs. The A Grade Women’s game was a great spectacle, I now believe that Clare have a real chance of being there come March. Jenna Caulifield top scored for Clare on 22 points. Clare’s passing was strong and direct, however I believe they are not playing their absolute best. There were some really great shots, and steals, on both sides. Tegan Nottle is good at this. Holly Cowan went down and looks like she may be out for a few weeks, if not the season. A huge blow for the Bulldogs side. Katie Woodrow, however, will keep the side focused while the team will rally to play their best. Bench Warmers Tip of the Week: Players, umpires need to drink more water, and coaches need to make sure they take timeouts as well.

Renee McPharlin, Storm, tries to steal possession from Wanderers’ Hayley Zweck, during the A Women’s basketball match on November 16.

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Swaggies 37 (J.Kelly 16, R.Sharer 13, T.Would 6) def Peckers 29 (L.Williams 13, J.Walker 6, R.McPharlin). Young Guns 58 (L.Michael 29, C.McPharlin 15, T.Michael 8) def Redlegs 26 (C.Veitch 10, M.Hill 6, L.Lu 6). Owen 48 (A.Pratt 16, D.Cleggett 12, M.Snowden) def Old Dogs 38 (K.Ruiz 12, L.Wright 12, M.Olsen 10). Eagles 33 (C.Price 13, B.Taylor 12, S.Goldsworthy 6) def Long Plains 22 (B.Sharman 6, B.Barnes 4, C.Jenkin 4).

Clare 49 (J.Caulfield 22, S.Heinrich 9, C.Stone 7) def Bulldogs 23 (B.Nicholls 8, K.Woodrow 4, T.Nottle 3). Long Plains 43 (K.Blackwell 16, J.Fiebig 10, S.McArdle 7) def Storm 28 (A.Wilson 14, D.Brandsma 4, C.Guy 4). Opals 37 (K.Hendry 10, S.Koch 10, T.Evans 9) Wanderers 27 (T.Barrand 6, B.Keech 6, H.Zweck 6)

Men Division 2

Cats 26 (N.Wilkinson 13, S.Mugge 12, E.Collins 1) def Balaklava 15 (B.Koch 5, H.Shepherd 4, K.Alwin 4). Wanderers 51(N. Andriske 16, L.Stirling 14, T.Tilley 8) def Long Plains 15 (H.McArdle 7, J.Daniel 4, T.Lee-Chapman 4). Bulldogs 29 (T.White 8, D.Hosking 6, A.Williams 6) def Owen 15 (K.Richter 5, S.Florance 4, A.Fritz 2).

Tigers 46 (M.Mojares 12, J.Delos Reyes 7, C.Catipon 4) def Raptors 19 (A.McArdle 7, L.Ritchie 4, D.Page 4). Bulldogs 34 (J.Zilm 13, S.Bellman 11, Z.Zilm 6) def Hopefulls 21 (P.McIntyre 10, R.Clark 5, R.Bernhardt).

U/17 BOYS

Titans 38 (L.Speissegger 13, J.Lusung 8, B.Krieg 7) def Redlegs 33 (T.Nottle 14, W.Angel 6, T.Goldney 6). Owen 71 (J.Wedding 24, J.Harkness 14, J.Dunstan 11) def Bulldogs 14 (B.Taylor 9, D.Williams 5).

U/14 BOYS

Long Plains 57 (D.Page 45, A.Snowden 4, M.Waddell 4) def Falcons 40 (S.Michael 18, S.Speissegger 14, B.Barber 4). Ravens 42 (E.De Roma 12, J.O’Mahoney 12, K.Pelicano 6) def Bulldogs 16 (M.Lawrie 6, R.Chapman 4, E.Goldney 4).

U/12 Mixed

Strikers 22 (R.Lawless 10, T.Michael 8, S.Bennett 2) def Magic 21 (K.Binka 10, C.Smith 6, J.Battle 5). Cheeters 32 (C.Harkness 10, L.Hendry 8, C.King 8) def Tigers 23 (C.Curnow 8, T.Gregory 8, D.Ferris 4).

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U/16 Girls

Rangers 26 (C.McPharlin 8, S.Faehrmann 6, S.Renshaw 6) def Bulldogs 16 (S.Young 6, N.Greenshields 6, H.Mellier 2). Owen 28 (K.Wedding 17, J.Heaslip 4, M.Hosking 4) def Cannons 19 (A.Michael 9, A.Allen 4, E.Mahony 4).

U/14 Girls

Owen 61 (R.Dunstan 26, K.Gregory 14, T.Harkness 6) def Wild Cats 19 (S.Heaslip 10, A.Langdon 9). Panthers 20 (Won on forfeit) def Bulldogs 0 (Team forfeit).

U/12 Mixed

Boomers 26 (L.De Roma 16, K.Binka 4, A.Viney 4) def Bulldogs 11 (A.Young 4, E.Anderson 2, O.Carslake 2). Rockets 48 (Z.Scott 18, E.Brownlie 16, K.Heaslip 4) def Redlegs 28 (A.Irrgang 24, B.Brown 2, A.White 2).

Plains Producer, Wednesday November 28, 2012

ABOVE: Long Plains’ Chloe Brown looks to intercept the ball from Owen Pumas player, Amy Barr, in the B Women’s game on November 16. LEFT: Dan Johnson, Long Plains Hopefuls, grabs the rebound and is about to put one up in the Division 2 Men’s competition on November 16.

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Results from November 21. Port Wakefield 2 games 33 points (M. Bishop 4, A. Bishop 13 - J.Lipsett 7, M. Simpson 9.) defeated Kadina Blue 0 games 18 points (John Lydeamore 8, D.Rodda 4 – J. Wearne 4, S. Rodsted 2). Snowtown 2 games 46 points (P. Schupelius 13, J. Hoskin 13 – G. Schupelius 12, R. Freebairn 8) defeated Kadina White 0 games 15 points (Jenny Lydeamore 2. T. Roach 3 - B. Virgin 4, L. Kinch 6). Moonta Green 2 game 31 points (B.Promnitz 6, S. Donaldson 5,- P. Bennett 12, J. Elverd 8) defeated Moonta Brown 0 games 18 points ( N Hatcher 5, B .Bagshaw 4,- E. Trenwith 5, K. Lamshed 4.) Balaklava 1 games 37 points (L. Sutton 7, J. Hilzinger 4 - N. Williams 13, M. Hill 13). defeated Wallaroo White 1 games 21 points (I. Miller 9, J. Durden 5 - J. Hendy 3, C. Fuss 4.) Wallaroo Blue – bye.

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Twenty one players defied a spot of heat and a couple of friendly flies, in company with some very smartly turned-out Pennants players from distant parts - result: mighty Merv. Hameister (79/68) made ‘em weep in the A Grade, while Doug Taylor chimed in with 82/70 for second place and Rob Lawson, having smashed Austin Henstridge 5/4 in the Summer Cup (round 1) came third with 83/72, nurgling Wayne Nagle (85/72) on a count back.One Tom Mitchell (87/75) finished his round, unlike Tate Michael, still shaky from a somewhat hectic Schoolies Week, recorded a well-earned DNF. A thin B Grade blue line separated rampaging Ron Carney (86/68) from “Head Still Bill” Berry (88/71) leaving the gentle John Michael (93/73) to hoik 3rd place out from the eager grasp of one Rob Malone (89/73).Greg Sonntag did OK with 90/76, one Peter Lithgow (97/80) not so well and Craig Noble didn’t even get a score recorded in THE BOOK!. It was one Neville Day’s day (101/72) over in the C Grade, as he trumped Scott Davey (98/73) and dumped Mike Hahesy (102/75). Left to ponder how many mint leaves to put into a half decent pea & ham soup were Chris Hahesy (101/76), Moya Hayes (102/76), M. Liptrot (104/78, A. Henstridge (102/79) and a not-so-happy Trevor Gilmour, who came in early with a DNF. Mike Hahesy was our sole Birdie belter, on the 8th, but Nearest The Pins went to Peter Lithgow (3rd), Wayne Nagle (8th & 10th), Dennis Higgins (2nd shot on 13) and Rob Lawson (15th). Golfer of the Year points were showered upon Merv. Hameister (6),

Ron Carney (5), Doug Taylor (4), Bill Berry (3), Rob Lawson (2) and the drones, one each. This Sat. we’ve got ourselves another no-nonsense Stroke round, Mr. Doug. Taylor Esq. officiating.

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The ladies played a stableford round, with almost perfect conditions for golf, but good results were only forthcoming for our regular star, Genni Edwards, who scored 37. To top that off, Genni had a chip in and nearest the pin as well- if you don’t mind! Second was the burglar, Judy Wandel with 35, who has adapted to greens very well. Joan Anderson had 32 and we won’t mention the others as they’ve paid me not to! Next week is a stroke round and counting putts.

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Results from Wednesday November 21. A group of 17 players took to the fairways, with Dene Newton winning the day on 46 points, followed by Greg Sonntag 45, Rod Phillips 39 CB, John Michael 39, Bill Berry 37 CB, Genni Edwards 37, Merv Hameister 36 CB, Bill Goudie 36, Brian Stewart 35 CB, Judy Wandel 35, Rick Campbell 34, Barrie Thompson 33, Joan Anderson 32, Moya Hayes 31, Denby Wandel 28, Jerry Toms 27, Cherie Taylor 24. Birdies: Dene Newton No.14, Bill Berry No.6., Merv Hameister No.11 & 18. NTP: No.3 Genni Edwards, No.8 John Michael.

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In a field of 28 players John Riley raised the bar with 43 points to win Thursdays Stableford competition, his game was described as faultless golf probably a day that most of us are waiting for! Ron Collins 39 managed to grab 2nd spot from Anton Noack 37 who finished 3rd on a countback from Mick Nicholls, WimVan Pelt 37 Dennis Hawke & Ron Smith 36c/b all being prize winners while others to do well were Doug Cooper 36 Cliff Applebee, Len Usher, Gary Woods, Ian Rohde, Errol Branson, Dennis Nation 35 Ross Hienze, Ian Ferguson,Bob Hillier 34. Nearest to the pins Noel Stringer 12th Ian Rohde 4th Len Usher 9th. Birdies Kieth Kluske 9th Brian Cooper 12th Len Usher 14th. The heat kept a few golfers away for Saturday’s Stableford event with only 20 players competing The winner being Clem Tonkin with a very good 42 points from Vince Zito 40 John Mitchell 39 c/b George Dahlitz 39 and in a 4 way countback Wally Jackson got to be the last of the prize winners with 38 from the unlucky Cliff Applebee, Mick Nicholls & Errol Branson 38 while Gary Woods & Shayne Saunders (Riverton) 37 were the other two to make the best half of the competition. Birdies Vince Zito 7th Bob Ahola 9th John Mitchell 6th & 16th Errol Branson 17th Fred Hewett 6th. Nearest to the pins John Mitchell 9th Vince Zito 14th.

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Results of Grade 6 cricket played on November 24

Dublin vs Para Teachers

DUBLIN Cricket Club’s first ever women’s team, from left: Kim Ellis, Nicole Barnes, Kelly Tulloch, Nicola Mason, Rebecca Robinson, Belinda Raymond, Taylor Franklin, Kerryn Pepe and coach, Robbie Amari. Absent: Joanne Budgen, Carla Northey and Jessie Marshall.

Dublin makes history with first women’s cricket team The 2012/2013 cricket season is almost halfway through, and Dublin Cricket Club is proud to announce its first ever women’s team! In 2011/2012, the club made the decision to join the Para Districts Association after the local association folded. It is now Dublin’s second year in, and the club has three teams competing; juniors (Under 14 boys and girls), senior men’s and this year, the senior women’s side. The women’s competition consists of eight players each side and 32 over innings. The games are two-week games, played on Monday nights. For most of the women, this is the first year they have ever played cricket but they have coach, Robbie Amari, to

help them out with training, technique and skills. The girls are having fun and giving the competition a go, which is what sport is all about. All players have improved greatly and the girls have celebrated wins for their last game! Recent Scores: October 15 & 22 – Two Wells 7/186 d Dublin 5/115 (R. Robinson 32* B. Raymond 36*) Oct 29 & Nov 5 – Dublin drew with One Tree Hill, called off due to bad weather November 12 & 19 – Dublin 4/195 d Rose and Crown 4/193 (B. Raymond 30*, R. Robinson 34*, C. Northey 25)

Nov 26 & December 3 – home game – Dublin v Smithfield 5/178 (J.Marshall 4); Dublin to bat next Monday. Home games are played at Dublin Cricket Club oval from 6pm. The bar is open at 6pm with a selection of beverages available as well as soft drinks, chips and lollies. A barbecue is also available from 6pm, with sausages and steak sandwiches from $2. Upcoming Womens Games: Dublin Cricket Club Oval December 3 – Dublin to bat, against Smithfield December 10 & 17 – Dublin v Two Wells Players are always welcome, any age or gender.

Match won by: Dublin Para Teachers Batting I.McCarthy b B.Starr............................... 0 T.Guest ct R.Hammond b B.Starr......... 34 J.Ryan ct C.Lee-Chapman b L.Walker.... 8 L.Wootton ct J.Crosbie b W.Heslop...... 29 B.Wilkinson b W.Heslop........................ 11 P.Hutton b J.Mason................................. 1 M.Tran ct R.Hammond b L.Walker........ 13 L.Graham Not Out................................... 3 A.Vincent b L.Walker............................... 0 C.Jones Not Out...................................... 0 C.Coy.................................................DNB Extras 11 Total 8/110 Dublin Bowling Bowler O M W R B.Starr 8 2 2 24 J.Mason 8 2 1 14 S.Dalgleish 3 0 0 6 L.Walker 5 0 3 12 D.Kearns 4 0 0 23 R.Amari 4 2 0 4 W.Heslop 8 1 2 25

Dublin Batting B.Starr ct B.Wilkinson b L.Graham.......... 46 C.Mason Not Out..................................... 26 J.Crosbie Not Out..................................... 26 R.Hammond......................................... DNB C.Lee-Chapman................................... DNB J.Mason................................................ DNB R.Amari................................................. DNB D.Kearns............................................... DNB S.Dalgleish............................................ DNB W.Heslop.............................................. DNB L.Walker................................................ DNB Extras 14 Total 1/112 Para Teachers Bowling Bowler O M W R J.Ryan 4 1 0 19 L.Wootton 4 0 0 21 I.McCarthy 4 0 0 19 L.Graham 4 0 1 23 M.Tran 3.3 0 0 26

Results of A2 Grade cricket played on November 17 & 24

Mallala vs Sandy Creek

Match won by: Mallala Mallala Batting A.Buckley ct M.Scott b L.Kent................ 0 W.Rudd ct N.Goodman b M.Coldman.... 8 K.Curnow b M.Coldman...................... 101 B.Wilson ct M.Darlington b L.Kent........ 41 A.Fischer lbw L.Kent............................... 0 B.Martin Not Out................................... 18 N.Work Not Out..................................... 27 J.Good................................................DNB W.Farrelly ct A.Wallwork b L.Kent......... 17 D.Standley ct L.Kent b S.Koch.............. 11 B.Priest ct M.Darlington b S.Koch.......... 5 Extras 48 Total 8/276 Sandy Creek Bowling Bowler O M W R K.Cordes 5 0 0 33 M.Darlington 4 0 0 24 L.Kent 15 4 4 67 D.Ireland 9 0 0 41 M.Coldman 9 0 2 34 S.Koch 14 3 2 41 J.Power 9 0 0 23

Sandy Creek Batting J.Power ct B.Priest b J.Good................... 56 K.Roberts ct W.Rudd b A.Buckley........... 22 A.Wallwork b A.Buckley........................... 18 S.Koch ct B.Wilson b A.Buckley.............. 32 K.Cordes ct W.Rudd b K.Curnow.............. 6 L.Kent b A.Buckley..................................... 4 D.Ireland ct B.Wilson b K.Curnow.............. 1 M.Darlington ct K.Curnow b A.Fisher...... 29 N.Goodman b A.Fischer............................. 4 M.Scott b A.Fischer.................................... 0 M.Coldman Not Out................................... 0 Extras 13 Total 10/185 Mallala Bowling Bowler O M W R A.Fischer 6.3 3 3 12 N.Work 5.0 1 0 23 A.Buckley 11 1 4 38 K.Curnow 11 0 2 47 J.Good 12 1 1 40 B.Wilson 10 0 0 24

Results of A5 Grade cricket played on November 17 & 24

Mallala vs Eudunda/Robertsown

TAYLOR Franklin fields for Dublin. Plains Producer, Wednesday November 28, 2012

JOANNE Budgen, Dublin, bowls on Monday night.

Match won by: Eudunda/RTown Eudunda/Robertsown Batting N.Coombes C.M.Wilson b S.Angus...... 15 J.Rattay/Mortimerb B.Work..................... 2 J.Mosey ct M.Wilson b N.Goudie.......... 42 N.Lewis ct&b B.Goudie........................... 4 T.Jensen lbw B.N.Goudie...................... 35 R.Rule ct&b Goudie................................. 2 S.Schulz lbw b M.Linn........................... 20 C.Heidich b J.Dunstan.......................... 40 J.Dunstan Not Out................................... 3 D.Grosser Not Out................................... 4 E.Stacey.............................................DNB Extras 15 Total 8/182 Mallala Bowling Bowler O M W R J.Dustan 4 1 1 19 B.Work 8 1 1 21 B.Goudie 8 0 1 35 N.Goudie 5 2 3 21 M.Linn 7 1 1 45 S.Angus 8 1 1 37

Mallala Batting N.Goudie ct J.Rattray?Mortimer b N.Coombes................................................ 7 R.Svetec b J.Dunstan............................... 22 B.Work b T.Jensen..................................... 2 B.Burns ct&b J.Dunstan............................. 6 B.Goudie b T.Jensen.................................. 2 M.Wilson Not Out..................................... 87 J.Dunstan ct J.Rattray/Mortimer b C.Heidrich................................................... 0 S.Angus b E.Stacey.................................... 6 M.Linn b D.Grosser.................................... 6 C.Pritchard b D.Grosser............................. 0 W.Standley ct C.Heidrich b J.Dunstan....... 0 Extras 10 Total 10/148 Eudunda/Robertsown Bowling Bowler O M W R T.Jensen 8 2 2 17 N.Coombes 7 0 1 36 J.Dunstan 6.5 1 3 30 C.Heidrich 5 0 1 24 E.Stacey 2 0 1 18 D.Grosser 6 1 2 20

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YEARS AGO November 2007

• HAMLEY Bridge farewelled long-serving doctors, husband and wife, John Gardner and Astrid Lettberg, when they retired from their positions with the town’s medical centre.

YEARS AGO November 2002

• JENNY Crago was awarded Wakefield Regional Council Australia Day Citizen of the Year, in recognition of her hard work and dedication to the Snowtown community.

YEARS AGO November 1992

• John Cornell trained Show Draw chalked up its forth win, in Race 5 at the Balaklava Races last Wednesday.

Four Royal women of the empire

• Nov 30: Christmas Bowl trading table, Balaklava; Snowtown Christmas street carnival. • Dec 1 & 15: Salt of the Earth Country Market, Port Wakefield. • Dec 9: Mallala Carols. • Dec 11: Balaklava Primary School Carols by Candlelight. • Dec 13: Mallala Christmas parade. • Dec 14: Two Wells Christmas parade. • Dec 16: Brinkworth Community Christmas Party; Balaklava Community Carols. • Dec 18: Hamley Bridge carols at the oval. • Dec 21: Balaklava Christmas pageant. • Dec 22: Hamley Bridge Christmas Street Parade.

by Norma Schopp

late in the centenary year when, on December 10, after a week of crisis…Edward VIII abdicated and his brother Albert…ascended the British Throne. The abdication crisis brought more than ever into the public mind the remarkable group of women who stand nearest to the Throne, Queen Mary, Queen Elizabeth, and the two princesses, Elizabeth and Margaret. During the crisis Queen Mary endeared herself to the people of the nation more than ever by the outward calm which she displayed.

children in the world. Their progress from babyhood has been followed with the keenest interest, and through their photographs they are as familiar to people of Australia and other distant parts of the Empire as they are to the people of England. Princess Elizabeth Alexandra Mary was born on April 21, 1926, and Princess Margaret Rose, on August 21, 1930.”

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boy band ‘One Direction’ who finished third on the British ‘XFactor’. The five members auditioned individually before judges decided to join them together to form a boy band, which has had more success than marriage proposals, representing a $50 million dollar company and sold out world tours. Quirky ‘X-Factor’ winner, Altiyan Childs, has forever been encircled in controversy since winning the series in 2010. In an interview with Channel Seven’s ‘Today Tonight’, Childs revealed that he would have been earning more money as a forklift driver despite releasing a single and going on an Australian tour in 2010. So it seems talent reality shows have had their fair share of success and failure. The ratings for these TV shows still outweigh the eventual success of the winner, meaning such shows will forever be on our screens. Tune in next time, ‘coz I’m Mr Brightside.

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THEY say that behind every man there is a strong woman. While our state was celebrating a century of achievements, in 1936, there was utter turmoil back in Britain where the monarchy had been turned upside down – Edward VIII had abdicated the throne and thrust his brother, Albert, Duke of York, into the limelight as King George VI. On February 8 1937, ‘The News’ and ‘Sunday Mail’ released a centenary pictorial souvenir newspaper. Alongside the many articles highlighting a year of centenary celebrations was the following article, paying tribute to the four royal women without whose support King George VI could not have handled the situation as well as he did. “Momentous events, worldwide in their significance, occurred

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For rent

Balaklava 3 bedroom $220 per week. Contact Jeff 8862 2211 business hours.

port Wakefield - Shop to lease in Port Wakefield, main road exposure, approx. 85sq m, suit office, retail or takeaway, in fantastic position. Be quick to take advantage of this great opportunity. $250pw ph 0433 164 474 or 0439 870 498.

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2 Safe’s Chubb digital 350h x 350w x 400d $350. Combo safe 670h x 320w x 230D good for valuables, ammo, pistols etc $220. 2 door steel cabinets mouse proof lockers. File cabinets, draw unit & more. Phone 8862 1769 or 0409 693 626. BBQ - Beef Eater signature S300E, 4 burner, rotisserie, cabinet, cover. Never been used $600. Jarrah Jensen table setting, octagonal, 8 chairs $300. 5 new tyres on rims for 2005 Transit, $1,000. Phone 0409 494 635 Dublin.

Block of land in Owen township. Level block in excellent location, water meter 1898m2, great building block, 16 Second Street, $68,000 o.n.o. Phone 8529 2320. Data projector Toshiba TPD S25 $900. Masport 3.5hp chipper shredder $300. Rover rotary hoe as new $650. Phone: 0427 304 415. Decking (treated pine) 70 x 22 x 2400mm approx. 220 lengths (528m) $750 ono ring Owen 0428890107

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Gazebo 3m x 3m deluxe $299 at Thrifty Link Hardware Balaklava.

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oaten hay, small squares, shedded. Good quality. $5.50 inc gst per bale. Phone 8862 1207.

Hamley Bridge Secondhand and Collectables. 16 Light Street, Hamley Bridge. Open Tuesday, Friday and Saturday 9am to 5pm. Buying and selling furniture, household items and old tools. Specialising in pre 1960s goods. Goods may be sold on consignment. Ring Geoff 0403 874 716. Mazda 121, 1996, low kms, 5 speed manual, new tyres, recon radiator, very clean and tidy. Good 1st car or town car. Reg XEK 969. Mechanical checks welcome $2,499 o.n.o. Phone 0420 315 363.

Plants for sale Saturday December 1, Salt Of The Earth Market, 12 Burra Street, Port Wakefield Set of 4 mags $200 o.n.o. Cot, pine, 2 years old, $100 o.n.o. Breast pump $20. Vacuum cleaner, ok, $10. Electric dog warmer $10. Phone 0427 901 043.

Solar bud lights, power tools, 18 volt garden blower now at Thrifty Link Hardware Balaklava. Steel lockers suitable for guns $30 each. Phone 0428 890 107.

Toyota 4.2lt Landcruiser Troopy 1991, reg until 4/4/13 SWD214 $7,000 ono. Phone 0418 824 993.

TOyota Landcruiser GXL, 7 seater wagon AWD, 1990, reg VUK 462, 428,000 km, near new tyres, twin tanks serviced every 10,000 km, books supplied, air conditioned $7,700 including gst. Mobile 0407 720 236.

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Airofit Walker, good condition $40 ono. Ph 0431 681 524.

GYM York 2001 Bench, weights & various bars. $90 Ph 0438 682 153 PIANO Werner upright. Needs restoration or use for spare parts. $60 Ph 0438 682 153

Garage Sale

Balaklava 9 Peek Street, Saturday December 1, 8am to 12noon.

Dublin - this Saturday and Sunday. Follow signs at southern entrance into Dublin. 38 Sanders Avenue. Furniture, building materials, housewares, assortment of goods. 9am start. Saturday December 1 at 1 Kelly Street, Balaklava, 9am to 3pm.

Wanted

Pageant floats needed for Lions Christmas parade December 21. Please confirm entry with Karla on 8862 1737.

Wanted to Buy

Oats - Wallaroo. Phone 0427 859 716.

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

50th wedding

ROberts - Maureen & John. To Mum and Dad, Nan and Da. Congratulations on your 50th wedding anniversary. Lots of love Julie, Grant, Ashley, Bradey and Craig (deceased) xxxxx.

Death

COOK, “Penny” the Rooster. Passed away 26/11/2012 at 2:30pm. Pet rooster of Hollie-lee. Special friend of Grace. I love you Penny & I hope you are happy now. Love Hollie xo. I love and miss you Penny. Love Gracie xo. R.I.P.

Hudson - William Raymond (Bill). 16/09/1923 to 19/11/2012. Passed away at Ira Parker Nursing Home. Loved brother of Jean & brother-in-law of Hughie (deceased) & Uncle of Kelvin, Marilyn & Colleen and families. I’ll miss your visits Bill. Rest in peace.

Hudson - William Raymond. 16/09/1923 to 19/11/2012. Passed away at Ira Parker Nursing Home Balaklava. Loved son of Harry & Nell both Dec at Whitwarta. Brother of Jean, Lorna and Avon. Also Jim, Filo, Bob, Murray, Len, Laurel, Eric (all deceased). Always loved and remembered. Rest in peace.

HAPPY 18TH BIRTHDAY We wish you happiness and success for your future. Love always - Mum, Dad, Kate, Tyrone, Michael, Jade, Jayden, Liam, Aahlia, Nathan, Nikki, Dylan, Brady, Rachel & David

Let Me Help Arrange Your Ceremony With T.L.C • Weddings • Renewal of Vows • Naming Ceremonies • Commitment Ceremonies

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Ph: 0421 649 738 or 8528 5257

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We would like to thank everyone who attended the fire on our property on the river light/Mallala on November 20. Your efforts were greatly appreciated. John and Wendy Franks.

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Dress - strapless, aquamarine blue with diamanté trim. Can be claimed at Wendy’s Cafe N Cakes, Balaklava.

KEVERN - Ronald Keith formerly of Port Wakefield. Passed away 13/11/12. Much loved husband of Joan. Cherished Dad of Graeme, Desrae and Philip. Adored Grandpa and Poppa of Rhys, Deanne, Deija, Shenae, Jaydon, Stewart, Adam & Shanna. Great Grandpa to 6. Loved and respected Father-inlaw to Don and Sandra. God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be, so he put his arm around you and whispered “Come to Me” Lovingly Joan.

Make money in the share market. Unbelievable help will be available to everyone. Call 8862 1442 or send an email to ekarklins@bigbond.com. 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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Erection and premature problems. Help for $30, money back guarantee. Phone 0424 452 329. Free sample.

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To make your brand a local hero, contact your newspaper sales executive. Download a copy of the full research report at www.thenewspaperworks.com.au Local Newspapers Research Study conducted by Brand Navigator March 2012. Regional newspaper readers = 610. Q: ”I have kept a copy or written down details for future reference.’’ 46% for regional newspapers, 14% for letterbox catalogues and flyers

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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.

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CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT SUNDAY DECEMBER 16 Starts 6.30pm in the Balaklava Triangle

Trading Table FRIDAY NOVEMBER 30 Outside Tad’s

Your generous support is greatly appreciated. Homemade goods can be donated Friday morning from 9:30 onwards. Proceeds to support the Christmas Bowl

Contact: Eleanor Burford 8862 2788

FIREY WOMEN WORKSHOP ONE DAY COURSE

FRIDAY NOVEMBER 30 • 8.45 to 3pm at Nantawarra Hall • Child Care Available • Please Bring Plate For Shared Lunch

Primo, Pt Wakefield Abattoir We currently have vacancies in our boning room for skilled or unskilled people who are willing to learn new skills. We offer excellent working conditions, above award wages and opportunities to learn new skills. To become a Primo emplyee you will need to be eager to learn, prepared to come to work everyday, drug and alcohol-free and willing to undergo a pre-employment health assessment. Please contact Monique Martin or AnneMarie Curran at Primo’s HR Department for more information and to request an application for employment. Phone: 8867 1088 or Email: mmartin@primosmallgoods.com.au or acurran@primosmallgoods.com.au

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WATER AWARENESS FOR INFANTS & TODDLERS JANUARY 14, 16, 18, 21, 23 & 25, 2013  A great program for children aged 6 months - 4 years with a qualified instructor  Also qualified in teaching children with special needs within the classes  Registration day: Wednesday December 5, 2012, 9am 12noon at Uniting Church Hall  Registrations close Friday December 7, 2012 For more information please contact Jodi 8862 1803 or Angela 8862 1750 or email waterawareness@hotmail.com to receive forms electronically

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Situations Vacant HAMLEY BRIDGE PRIMARY SCHOOL are looking for a

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To commence at the end of January 2013. Involving 2 bus routes (Stockport and Barabba) twice daily during term time. Applicants will need to apply for accreditation through the Accreditation and Licencing Centre. This process requires a Police Clearance and Health Check. Please contact the school no later than Friday, December 14, 2012 for further information and application forms. Phone 8528 2076.

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We are seeking a motivated person with wide ranging farm experience to assist on a predominately grain producing property at Balaklava.

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in all grades for 2013 netball season

An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful applicant.

• Applications close on December 14 • Registration Night will be held at the Balaklava Netball Shed on Monday February 11 • Juniors will commence at 5pm & Seniors at 7pm • Late registrations will be placed on a waiting list Applications to: Sheralyn Bond - 0418 840 719 E: mbond1@bigpond.com Marie Heaslip - 0427 607 442 E: marie.heaslip@bigpond.com

For further information contact Mark on 0408 826 171. Send applications to: markandjulie@activ8.net.au or PO Box 364 Balaklava SA 5461 By December 21, 2012

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A sound mechanical knowledge and experience in operating large farm machinery, GPS, and HC Licence is essential.

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IT TRAINEESHIP

Applications are invited for persons interested in undertaking a 12 month full-time traineeship at Harvest Christian School Kadina for 2013, in the area of Information Technology. This position would ideally suit, but not limited to, a young school-leaver who is enthusiastic about technology, and would like a solid entry point into the computer industry without going to university. For further information and an application form, visit our website: harvest.sa.edu.au Applications Close 7/12/2012

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

DEVELOPMENT PLAN STRATEGIC DIRECTIONS REVIEW In accordance with Section 30 of the Development Act Council is required to address strategic planning issues aﬀecting the Council area on a periodic basis, this is known as a Strategic Directions Review. The main purpose of the review is to determine: • the appropriateness of the Development Plan in relation to the Council area, • the consistency of the Development Plan with the State Planning Strategy, and ensure the Development Plan keeps pace with emerging development trends, issues and opportunities. Residents, ratepayers and stakeholders are invited to review the "Strategic Directions Report" available at Council oﬃces located at 4 Gleeson Street, Clare, 19 Belvidere Road, Saddleworth or 21 Torrens Road, Riverton. The report is also available on Council's website www. claregilbertvalleys.sa.gov.au

Registered Nurse

Yorke & Lower North Health Service Snowtown Job Ref: 506779

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Balaklava Hospital & Health Service Job Ref: 506393

A public hearing will be held at 7pm in the Clare & Gilbert Valleys Council Chambers, 4 Gleeson Street, Clare, where a person has requested to appear before Council Monday March 25, 2013.

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Test and evaluation activities involving static firings and/or firings of naval and & More 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.

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Globes shapes and sizes for all situations. Vacuum cleaner replacement bags. Balaklava Electronics 8862 1552.

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Public Notice Section 7 The vendor's statement relating to matters affecting the advertised properties in this publication may be inspected at the agent's office three business days prior to auction or at the place of auction 30 minutes before sale.

SUNDRY AUCTION

Real estate

December 15 at 9am 63 Fisher Street, Balaklava Kitchen appliances, bedheads, desks, office equipment, cupboards, chest of draws, bookcases, toy box, pictures, outdoor table and chairs, various garden tools, wipper snipper, plants, statues, mens/ ladies golf clubs and buggies, gym equipment, pot belly stove, stereo & speakers.

Balco Australia has adjacent to its new entrance at Bowmans a 14 year old, 3 bedroom System Built transportable home for sale. The house is to be removed from the property and relocated. Interested persons can pick up an info pack at the front desk, Balco Aust, Balakalva office or by ringing 08 88 620000 with your address details.

Inspections strictly by appointment

PORT WAKEFIELD 18 Edward Street

AUCTION

Thursday December 20, 10.30am

EX WILLIAMS MECHANICAL REPAIRS. Variety of spare parts, toolboxes, press, jacks, electrical equipment, jump starter, panel beating tools, spanners etc..

List your property with Elders and receive expert advise from the largest, most experienced rural estate company in Australia.

• Genuine clearance due to moving interstate. • Number system to apply • ID required • Cash on the day of sale.

Contact Graeme Hann, your local rural sales specialist in the Lower North at Elders on 8521 0302, 0417 814 659, fax 8524 8311 or email graeme.hann@elders.com.au

22 GEORGE STREET BALAKLAVA SA 5461 Vendor: Sean Williams 0457 592 924 Agent: Peter Butterﬁeld 0417 884 877

RLA62833

ALMA

Lot 501 Alma Road

AUCTION

Friday December 14, 11.30am

House and land containing approximately 1.822 HA Great rural view with room to move

This property consists of a 3 bedroom stone cottage home with ample storage rooms and area at the rear of the home. The main portion of the home has ornate ceilings and timber ﬂoors and some have lino coverings. The home also has a semi tiled bathroom that does require some attention however the basics are there and it is useable until you are ready to renovate. The rear of the home has a stone wall feature and with some imagination it could be a very nice little area. This property could be in the lower price bracket and it may be the bargain you have been waiting for.

This home is set in the Alma hills and has rural views over the adjoining valley. There has been a new kitchen installed with some finishing still required so you will be able to select and install the fittings to suit your own preferences. The home does require some renovations but you have the area and the building all there ready to improve and if you do it right, you will have a lovely asset for the future. Properties with a bit of land are rare at the moment so arrange an inspection now.

BALAKLAVA

20 Short Terrace

$184,000

626 Saints Road (1.338 Ha)

$355,000

This is when bigger is best. Immaculately presented 4 or 5 bedroom home w/- 2 living area

Very good location & close to the main street. It’s great value & priced for a quick sale.

This lovely 3 bedroom stone home has everything set to go as a family home or the ideal investment opportunity. The good sized kitchen has ample cupboard and bench space along with an electric stove. The lounge has an ornate ceiling rose, ducted evaporative air conditioning and oil space heating for all year round comfort. The main bedroom has the convenience of built in robes and the huge sunroom at the rear of the home could easily be converted into an office with the possibility of an extra bedroom as well. Other features include a carport, rainwater storage and a tremendous location close to the main street.

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It is a huge home with so many features, that it will be hard to mention them all. The kitchen/dining area is very roomy and the magnificent timber kitchen with modern conveniences would be a highlight in any home. There is also a formal dining room or as it is today the kids play room. A full length hallway adjoins the 4 bedrooms with built in cupboards and the master bedroom, having a walk in robe and en-suite. To add to all of this is the large office, fully tiled 3 way bathroom and a big laundry with abundant room & cupboard space. Other features of the home include ducted air conditioning, slow combustion heating, fully insulated and a entertaining area overlooking the back yard. The blokes don’t miss out either as it has a 70’x30’x12’ shed with concrete ﬂoor and power connected, 60’x30’x12’ open front shed along with a 12’x12’ lean-to, 20’x10’x8’ garage and to top it off a car garage. Contact us to inspect.

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FOR RENT

• 2 bedroom unit Balaklava $195 p/week • 3 bedroom Home Balaklava $210 p/week available 1/12/12 • 4 bedroom Balaklava $240 p/week

UNDER CONTRACT

• 63 Fisher Street, Balaklava • 51 Railway Terrace, Balaklava

Vacant Land

WATTLE RIDGE ESTATE STAGE 2 • 9 lots remaining • Sizes: 527m2 to 1,057m2 • Wide frontages • Price range $68,950 to $92,950

SOLD

• Hoyleton Hotel • 46 Edith Tce, Balaklava

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Balaklava survives close call competition leaders, Balaklava, emerged victors over Owen in Division One of the Wooroora Men’s Bowling Association on Saturday, but not before a tight tussle. Only two shots finally separated the sides, with Balaklava having two of its three rinks up at the end of the day. Thompson (B) finished 12 shots up over T. Harkness (O) while Clifford (B) was six shots up over G. Bubner (O). Owen’s rink points came courtesy of N. Harkness’ (O) defeat of Taylor (B) to the tune of 17 shots. Mallala gained their second win for the season at the expense of Wasleys. Twelve shots was the final margin. For Mallala, rinks wins were recorded by Evans and Furst with respective 12 shots and one shot wins over Grady (W) and Nicolai (W). Wasleys’ sole winning rink went to Olive with a one shot win over Smith (M). The final match saw Port Wakefield keep their away win record intact with a 32 shot

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win against Hamley Bridge. W. McPharlin (PW) led the way with a 20 shot win against J. Bubner (HB) while Murphy (PW) finished 14 shots ahead of Donohue (HB). Fritz (HB) held on for a narrow two shot win over G. McPharlin (PW) to give Hamley Bridge their only rink points for the day. Riverton had the bye for round eight. While Balaklava and Port Wakefield sit comfortably in the top two positions, the rest of the standings have tightened up once again with a spread of only seven points separating the five sides. Which two of these sides will finally occupy the remaining top four positions? No doubt, a lot of water will flow under the bridge before a conclusion eventually emerges. n Continued page 18

National pride for Tenayah and Ciara

LOCAL songstresses, Tenayah Renshaw and Ciara Guy, were thrilled to be asked to sing the National Anthem at the opening of the 2012 World Lawn Bowls Championships being held in Adelaide on the weekend. • Ciara (third left) and Tenayah are pictured with members of the Australian bowls team.

n MAIN IMAGE: Hamley Bridge’s Geoff Schilling gets some advice from a teammate on where to try to position his bowl, during the Division One Wooroora Men’s bowls match on Saturday. n RIGHT: John Bell plays skipper for Hamley Bridge Division One.

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