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Hundreds of sheep die after meters turned off

POLICE are investigating a recent spate of water meter tampering in the north of the district, which has led to the death of about 250 sheep at two separate farms in recent months.

Snowtown Police officer, brevet sergeant Peta Giles, confirmed there had been several reports of water meter tampering in the district.

Sgt Giles said there had been instances where every water main along certain roads were turned off.

Sgt Giles said police were working with SA Water to investigate the reports.

An SA Water spokesperson confirmed no unplanned work had been carried out in the district in recent months and turning water meters off was not standard practice.

One of the biggest losses of stock came just before

Christmas on a property near Snowtown, when 150 sheep perished in temperatures of more than 40 degrees after running out of water.

Sgt Giles said there was a report of a further 100 sheep lost in a separate incident, closer to Blyth about two to three weeks earlier.

Snowtown farmer, Greg Stevens, confirmed he had one of his meters turned off on December 1.

“It was only one in a paddock where the cattle were,” he said.

“I was driving around checking livestock and doing a lap around the paddocks.

“It was fairly hot and I noticed all the cattle standing around the trough and I thought ‘why are they standing there on such a warm day?’ n Continued Page 3

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DRY: Snowtown farmer, Greg Stevens, found this trough bone dry after the water meter had been turned off.

It was one of several to be turned off in the district in recent months.

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NEWS v REGION AT some stage this year, voters will head to the ballot box for the 2013 Federal Election. Incumbent Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion, reflects on his previous term and his re-election chances.

Champion points to promises

The Carbon Tax WHILE willing to acknowledge the Carbon Tax was a bone of contention for many of his constituents, Mr Champion felt the animosity towards it had subsided to an extent.

“It will be an issue for some people but I’ve noticed a lot less people have raised it with me,” he said.

“It’s come into play, we know exactly what it is now, so it is a lot harder for the opposition to run ridiculous scare campaigns.”

Electricity prices have risen by an average 41 per cent in Prime Minister Julia Gillard’s tenure but

Les Pearson reports: Mr Champion believed the Carbon Tax’s impact to be minimal.

“A very small part of the electricity price rise is related to the carbon price,” he said.

“The Prime Minister has announced reforms to the electricity market, so consumers get a better deal.

“We’ve gone out of our way to make sure people on low incomes have been compensated for the rises in power and other cost of living adjustments.”

The Liberal party’s promise to remove the carbon tax and associated compensations, while also reducing the $18,000 tax free threshold and pensions, came under Mr Champion’s scrutiny.

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I’m happy to follow her into the election.

I think she has been a good Prime Minister and made some very tough calls for the country and increasingly, people will come to value that.

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IT is always advantageous as a politician if you can confidently refer back to your list of previous pre-election promises and display a flawless success rate.

This is exactly what Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion, can do and it is likely to form part of his campaign ahead of the Federal Election this year.

“I’ve always taken the view if you do good work, that tends to be good politics,” Mr Champion said.

“We have 100 per cent completed all the commitments I made in 2007.

“I think that’s a pretty big thing.

“We’ve managed to get 40,000 homes in the electorate hooked up to the National Broadband Network under the three-year plan, which is substantially more than a lot of other electorates.

“That’s going to be a major game changer for services in our region.

“I think we’ve been delivering a lot of good community infrastructure and I think that can continue.”

With the campaign yet to officially begin, Mr Champion was hesitant to reveal his hand this early in the piece, although investment in the automotive industry will certainly be a key issue.

“The car industry is a major focus,” he said.

“We want to make sure the Liberal Party supports it as well, as their support has been a bit ambivalent.

“At the right time, I will be revealing what my priorities will be for the next term.”

As a Labor minister, performance may only make up a small percentage of voters’ minds, given a somewhat tumultuous 24 months the party has endured.

The abandoned surplus budget THE Federal Government’s plans to return a surplus budget for 2012/13 were abandoned a few weeks ago, a move heavily criticised by the opposition.

Mr Champion said many unforseen global occurrences took their respective toll on the surplus goal, such as the depleted iron ore market and leadership changes in China.

“It was another reminder that we live in a fundamentally different world than pre-Global Financial Crisis,” he said.

He believed backing down from the surplus budget was justified to retain current government investment.

“Due to these uncertainties, we are not going jeopardise economic growth, just to fulfil a surplus,” Mr Champion said.

Leadership spill ABOUT 12 months have passed since the Labor party itself went to a ballot to decide between Kevin Rudd and Julia Gillard as its preferred choice of leader.

Mr Champion was an open supporter of Mr Rudd.

“We had a leadership spill on and I had to make a judgement over who I preferred,” he said.

“I was elected under Rudd the

Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion, has a busy few months ahead with a Federal Election coming up later this year. first time and there was some loyalty there because of that.

“That said, I was careful to talk about Julia Gillard’s great attributes.

“Even her most stubborn critic would admit she is a very tough person and has the steel you look for in a Prime Minister.

“While I was choosing between who would be the better Labor leader at the time, if you gave me a choice between Julia Gillard and Tony Abbott, I would vote for Julia any day of the week.

“I’m happy to follow her into the election, I think she has been a good Prime Minister and made some very tough calls for the country and increasingly, people will come to value that.

“We had our ballot, Rudd had one shot in the locker and fired it, and we went back to work.”

Future roles WHEN quizzed on his feelings towards picking up a ministerial role if re-elected, Mr Champion was open to the possibility but felt his focus

should be on his work as an MP. “What I really want to do is make sure when people see me on television, read my interviews in the paper or see me in the community, I want them to think I’m doing a good job,” he said.

“If I’ve done that, it’s the best way to prepare for any future role you might take.”

Date of Federal Election still secret

THE date of this year’s Federal Election remains a mystery, even for those privileged enough to be behind caucus doors.

Federal Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion, said he had little indication about when Prime Minister, Julia Gillard, will call Australian citizens to the ballot booth.

“Generally backbenchers don’t know, even ministers don’t know,” he said.

“It’s one of those things that is the prerogative of the Prime Minister.”

Consultants called in for Hamley sports overhaul ABOUT 35 people turned out to a community meeting to help shape the redevelopment of the Hamley Bridge Community and Sports Centre (HBCSC) last week.

HBCSC president, Barry Smith, said the committee had engaged a consultancy firm, TSM Consulting, to prepare a general direction for the redevelopment.

Wakefield Regional Council (WRC) provided $5000 to assist with the consultant’s report, while the HBCSC contributed $15,000 of its own funding.

Three TSM Consultants attended the meeting, which included a planning session to identify community priorities for the site in the future.

Mr Smith said architects from Studio 9 and surveyors had also

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been out to the site in recent times, ahead of putting together a concept plan.

Those in attendance were split into groups to devise priorities and options that could be achieved at the site.

Some of these included walk-

ing trails, exercise equipment, caravan park spaces, and upgrades to the sports club to allow for bigger functions, such as hosting the APFL grand final.

“There is a greater focus on facilities that are multi-functional when applying for grant funding now,” Mr Smith explained.

Representatives from various levels of government also attended, including Member for Goyder, Steven Griffiths, WRC mayor, James Maitland, chief executive officer, Cate Atkinson and community and development services manager, Chris Parish.

Mat Werfel, representing Federal Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion, and Simon Cross, from development firm Gemtree, were also present.

Mr Smith believed it was important all connections were kept informed on the community’s plans.

“If we put in for a grant through Regional Development Australia and they ask Nick about it, for example, and he doesn’t know anything about it, it doesn’t look good for us,” he said.

“So, this helps keep everyone up to speed with what’s going on.

“I was very impressed with the response from the VIPs we invited.”

TSM Consultants aim to have a draft plan completed for distribution by the end of February.

The next meeting time for everyone involved to provide feedback will be planned for late February, or early March.

As a general rule, elections are often called once Parliament has run a full term of three years, which will expire in August.

Mr Champion believed it could be called a few months either side of August, although it must be held by November 30 this year.

“Obviously, you would look at how the government is travelling at the time and what is good for the country, so there are a number of considerations the Prime Minister might take into calling an election,” he said.

New corn variety an eye-opener

A new Australian variety of “superyellow” sweetcorn could hold the key to fighting age-related macular degeneration, the leading cause of blindness in the western world.

Recently developed “Supergold” variety is high in zeaxanthin, a naturally occurring pigment that gives corn its distinctive colour.

Zeaxanthin is extremely important for eye health but people would need to eat a large amount of regular sweetcorn to achieve levels required to battle macular degeneration.

“The Supergold variety will contain enough pigment in half a cob to help improve eye health,” said AUSVEG spokesperson, Jeremy Story Carter.

The new variety will be put out for commercial tender in 2013, but is not designed to replace existing lines of sweetcorn in the market.

Plains Producer, Wednesday January 23, 2013

NEWS v Balaklava

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Rocks on road warning resurfaces

Mitchell Lawrie, David Gooden and Nick Lawrie leap into the Balaklava pool on Thursday.

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A WARNING circulating Facebook of large rocks being left on the Augusta Highway near Lochiel, Snowtown and Redhill is of no concern to drivers, according to police.

The warning was circulated about 12 months ago and has since re-emerged via social networks, mainly Facebook.

It has since gone viral, being forwarded on between groups of friends.

Police confirmed there were no recent cases of large rocks being left on local roads but anyone who sees any suspicious activity should report it.

Truck rolls at Willaston

OWEn Swimming Pool has been closed for repairs in recent weeks.

THERE have been plenty of people making a splash in local pools, lapping up the warm summer weather with some fun in the sun.

A pump breakdown at the Owen Swimming Pool closed the facility in recent weeks while repairs were made, with the pool expected to re-open some time this week.

The Owen pool should be opened well and truly in time for the Australia Day

lifeguard Heath Milne cools off in the Balaklava pool on Thursday.

celebrations to be held there this weekend.

Owen’s swimmers haven’t gone dry though, with its memberships recognised by the Hamley Bridge Swimming Pool.

Owen Swimming Pool’s Lisa Hinder said locals could be kept up to date with what was happening at the pool by following the pool’s Facebook page, which is regularly updated with event information.

No water, sheep won’t survive long • From Page 1

Greg Stevens

“Usually they would be in the shade, under the trees.”

On inspection, the trough was dry and his water meter had been turned off.

“I thought ‘bloody hell, what idiot would do this’?” Mr Stevens said.

Roseworthy College head and sheep health professor, Kym Abbott, said considering the weather conditions just before Christmas, where the mercury tipped 43 degrees in Snowtown, it would not have taken long for sheep to die.

“Two days would be about the limit if it’s really hot weather and they’re on dry feed,” Professor Abbott said.

“They should have water

Professor Kym Abbott access so they can drink at least twice a day on hot days and typically, that’s what they would do.

“A sheep that’s not lactating would usually drink three to four litres a day, if on dry feed.

“If they’re on green feed, they

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Lewiston • ON January 16, a Lewiston man was arrested for illegal use following the theft of a motor vehicle from Gawler.

• ENTRY was gained to a residence on Gawler River Road, Lewiston in an attempt to steal property on January 16.

• BETWEEN January 12 and 15, a vehicle parked on Dawkins Road, Lewiston was broken into and a wallet was stolen.

Snowtown • A 60-year-old woman from Blyth was reported for allegedly driving while exceeding the prescribed amount of alcohol and for failing to wear a seatbelt on January 18.

It is alleged that she was driving with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.111.

Her licence was immediately disqualified for six months.

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may not drink at all.”

He said shade levels were generally not a major factor, although it was advisable to provide some shade for stock.

“Not so much if they’re at rest and if in wool, it tends to insulate them pretty well and keep their body temperature down,” Professor Abbott said.

Water meter tampering was a relatively unusual issue for farmers to be facing, according to Professor Abbott.

“I haven’t ever heard of it but it does bring the point home to be checking the water supply of stock every day,” he said.

“Lots can go wrong, not just meters being turned off but pipes can burst, float valves can jam.

“Sheep will die pretty quickly without water.”

A TRUCK loaded with about 500 sheep rolled over while negotiating the roundabout at the intersection of Redbanks and Haines Road, Willaston on Friday, January 18 at 3.15pm.

As a result, a large number of sheep were seriously or fatally injured.

SA Police, MFS, SA Ambulance, SES, RSPCA, Department of Transport were on the scene.

Vets from the nearby Roseworthy Campus, who assisted in destroying injured sheep, also attended.

Investigations are still continuing into the cause of the collision.

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Split on Unity development Residents call for urgent upgrade BETTER communication and improved servicing were the main points raised by residents who live in the privately owned Gates development in Balaklava’s east.

All roads on the land are unsealed, with no drains or related basic infrastructure, such as street lighting.

The proposed low-income residential development on the vacant land, through developer, Unity Housing, has given residents hope their infrastructure wishes could come true.

Wakefield Regional Council will vote on supporting the development at tonight’s meeting, which is sure to attract several community members to the public gallery.

Local homeowner, Jeremy Lomann, believed the communication between council and residents in the Gates development could have been better.

“I don’t think it’s right council works independently of us ratepayers, it works on our behalf.

“So we should have been engaged right from the start.

Fellow resident, Cath McArdle agreed.

“I would have liked council to come to us out here and hold a meeting, putting to us what they were proposing and to see what we think,” she said.

“If they want communication, open the lines.

“We could give them our ideas, they could give us theirs and we could come to some sort of compromise.

Les Pearson reports:

“We pay council rates, the same as everybody else.”

HOME owners in the privately owned development in Balaklava’s east, including (from left) Jenny McArdle, Cathy McArdle (with children Molly and Naish) and Jeremy Lomann, are hopeful of a vast infrastructure overhaul in their part of town. PICTURE: Lisa Redpath “Then it could have been brought to council, saying ‘we’ve spoken to the community, this is what they want,’ and work it out from there.”

Jenny McArdle said she had been in contact with local councillors for several years trying to get some improvements done in the area.

“Over the years we have been talking to them but there has been a dispute over who owns the land,” she said.

“In winter, the roads are just shocking, in summer it’s dusty.

“We pay council rates, the same as everybody else.”

Mr Lomann felt if nothing was done, a rate revue may be needed.

“The alternative negotiation could be if the infrastructure isn’t completed, we should get a reduced council rate, to reflect the lack of services,” he said.

Nick Durdin concurred.

“The servicing of our area has been virtually non-existent and the communication from council hasn’t been much better.”

If the development gets voted down tonight, Cath McArdle said the job still needed to be done.

“I think we should develop these roads, regardless,” she said.

Mr Lomann said the location for the low-income development was somewhat strange.

“Why not fill up Wattle Ridge, if Unity Housing was looking for spare blocks?” he posed.

“If we’ve got someone looking for spare blocks, fill in the existing estate, make it look fantastic.

“That’s a better drawcard to then move on and start another one.

“If this ends up not being finished, we’ll have half finished Wattle Ridge, half finished industrial estate, infrastructure half done, we’ll become a town of half finished projects.

“It really starts to look untidy.”

Former councillor warns of flooding issues FORMER Wakefield Regional Council elected member, Avon Hudson, warned council against further development on the Gates land, with flooding concerns.

Mr Hudson said both he and current Central ward councillor, Maurice Tiller, were in opposi-

tion of any homes being built on the land about 10 years ago.

“We worked together to try and head it off and were successful to a large degree,” he said.

“Flooding concerns, that was the main issue.”

Mr Hudson said landowner,

Murray Gates, should be responsible for developing the infrastructure, not council.

“All other developments in Balaklava were at no cost, or very little, to council, which then inherited the infrastructure and is now responsible for it,” he said.

“He (Mr Gates) was willing to take the money from the sale of blocks but won’t pick up the cost for infrastructure, how fair is that to ratepayers?

“Council is to blame though, we could have said no under the Development Assessment Act but chose not to.”

WAKEFIELD Regional Council will vote on supporting another low-income residential development on privately owned land in Balaklava’s east.

As part of the proposal with developer, Unity Housing, council would take over ownership of the roads, which are all currently unsealed gravel.

The land in question, owned by Murray Gates, already has several existing residents who have previously purchased blocks of land.

Unity Housing would seal and provide infrastructure to one of the roads, while council would be responsible for providing similar infrastructure for the remaining roads in the development.

Council will also vote to endorse chief executive officer, Cate Atkinson, to work with Unity Housing on the development.

“It’s important for council to provide the developer with some direction in terms of how they would like to see some of those issues resolved in that part of Balaklava,” she said.

“There are mixed views on whether it is council’s role to take on an issue that has been around for a long time and that potentially should have been addressed by the property owner.

“At the end of the day, council needs to determine its role in supporting the community in Balaklava just as we support the community in all parts of the council area.

“Ultimately it is up to council to determine if this is something they should be involved in.

“The residents in that area do pay rates and council needs to consider its role in addrsssing the concerns of those community members.”

Western ward councillor, Richard Pain, was a vocal challenger of the development at last month’s council meeting.

His comments at the meeting drew criticism from current residents, who felt Cr Pain wanted to ignore their plight for a much-needed infrastructure upgrade.

Cr Pain clarified his position on the issue.

“It wasn’t about forgetting them, I sympathise with them,” he said.

“I also understand we have a large backlog of road maintenance work and many other farmers and small communities in the district, all ratepayers as well, have issues with their roads.

“My main issue with it is there has been no costing figures done on what financial impact this would have on council.

“We need to sit back and look at the total cost to council and how long it would be before we see any return from a speculative investment out there.”

Piccolo picks up portfolios in Premier’s party promotion MEMBER for Light, Tony Piccolo, was promoted to the State Cabinet on Monday, as part of the State Government’s ministry re-shuffle.

Mr Piccolo was one of two Labor MPs to be promoted, with Leon Bignell also picking up several ministries in the Cabinet shake-up.

Mr Bignell took on the Sport and Tourism portfolios, while former Treasurer, Jack Snelling, replaces the outgoing John Hill as the new Health Minister.

Jennifer Rankine steps in to the

Education portfolio, taking over from the embattled Grace Portolesi, who is now the Minister for Employment.

Mr Piccolo was appointed Minister for Social Inclusion and Communities, which include the portfolios of Youth, Volunteers, Disabilities and Social Housing.

Mr Piccolo said he was both excited and a little apprehensive about the promotion to the Ministry.

“The promotion provides great opportunities and challenges,” he said.

Mr Piccolo was first elected to State

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Parliament in 2006 following almost 25 years of service to the Gawler and Munno Para communities as a councillor, alderman and finally six years as mayor.

While in parliament, Mr Piccolo has championed a number of causes including franchising law reform, ‘a fair go’ for farmers and has been a tireless advocate for the volunteer sector.

Mr Piccolo said the small business and farming sectors have and continue to be the mainstay of our economy so we need to ensure they are sustainable.

In addition to his daily parliamentary duties, Mr Piccolo is currently the chair of the Ministerial Advisory Group for Volunteering and the deputy chair of the Business Development Council.

He also chairs the Parliamentary Select Committee inquiring into the sustainability of farming

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in South Australia.

“To be elevated to the Ministry is a dream come true for this ‘wog boy’ who hopped on a ship almost 50 years ago to migrate to Australia,” Mr Piccolo laughed.

“My family migrated to Australia because it was the land of hope and opportunity.

“South Australia continues to

be a great place to live and a land of hope and opportunity.

“I owe my success to the strong values of hard work and family my parents taught me, and the only sadness I have today is that my father is not alive to share in the occasion.”

“My parents had high aspirations for their children, so I hope I have made them proud.”

Mr Piccolo expressed his thanks to his electorate for voting him into parliament, and for his party colleagues for endorsing him for State Cabinet.

“As always, I have great staff and a fantastic family who continuously support me in my endeavours,” he said.

“Given my background the portfolios I have been allocated appear to be a good fit.

“I look forward to the opportunity to make a difference.”

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t’s almost back to school time. I hear moans and groans from children and parents alike.

Back into routine - which includes going to bed early, something which hasn’t been happening in our house over the holidays.

We’ve been painting the outside of our house, so when it’s been really hot, the painting has only been done very early in the morning, and quite late at night.

Of course, the night lights have attracted the bugs, which puts a whole new light on the term “ants in your pants.” More like “biting bugs up your shorts and down your shirt.” I digress...

To add to the late nights, we’ve had distractions such as the tennis, although watching Sam Stosur is enough to make me visit her sports psychologist!

We’ve watched some great movies together, like Ice Age. We even had a game of Pictionary, and Toby and I are the undisputed champions, much to the disgust of other family members.

What can we say? We are simply the best artists and guessers ever!

Looking through old photo albums the other night was a great source of amusement and entertainment for our kids.

Which brings me to my next poignant moment.

Quite a number of elderly locals have passed away recently. It’s not only a time of sadness and grief for family and friends, but a loss of a lot of history for everyone.

Do you ever wonder who will write your eulogy and what they would say?

Where will they find the information about your “younger “ days, when they weren’t around?

My in-laws have made a (huge) book of their memoirs, which is a great idea.

Everything is written there, and includes photos and little anecdotes.

While it can sound morbid, at least we have everything, and history is not lost.

For example, many locals know the hilarious stories of the Cleary boys’ pranks at Halbury school.

And I won’t forget some of the shearing stories told at the late Roo Wilson’s (of Owen) 80th birthday.

But have all of these tales been

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Get your speedos out for triathlon What do bike shorts, speedos and sneakers have in common?

Could it be Peter Butterfield?

Or maybe Kev Simon? Probably not, although they have been known to wear at least two of those on some occasions. I digress again.

The items are all required for Balaklava Swimming Pool’s Triathlon on Sunday March 3.

The event will be run along the same lines as last year, with just one change to the longest event, aptly named “Hares.”

Anyone who thinks they have the speed of a hare will need to swim 200 metres, run five kms but now ride further, a testing 20kms.

If “Wombats” are more your style, you need to swim 100 metres, run two kms and ride 9.2kms.

The lucky last, which is right up my alley, is “Turtles”, which local Martyn Bell won last year.

This group needs to swim 50 metres, run one km (that’s still recorded anywhere other than in our memories?

So maybe everyone should start putting their “info” together, not just for your eulogy, but as a point of interest for your families, who might be very surprised at what you got up to years ago!

Because once history is gone, it’s gone.

Speaking of history, a former local, the late Colin Bednall, would’ve turned 100 on the special date of January 13, 13-01-13.

Colin was born in Balaklava, and

about 900 metres too long for me) and ride 2.6kms. There will be plenty of refreshments available during the day, and a trading table with tempting items for sale.

Further details will be available soon, or you can contact Ian Wilson at Balco in the short term.

But keep this date free, if not to enter, then to support the competitors who may, or may not, resemble Ian Thorpe, Matt Shirvington or Cadell Evans. after school, worked in the journalism industry.

He worked all over Australia and abroad, in all forms of media.

To commemorate him, Australian television industry instituted an annual Colin Bednall award for outstanding services to the medium.

Check out his very interesting biography on the web.

Two Wells Two Wells/Lewiston Neighbourhood Watch is holding a talk at the Two Wells CFS Station on February 12 at 7.30pm.

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Red Cross is urging Australians to re-gift unwanted presents and take to one of the 164 shops around Australia.

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Guest speaker is Rod Cunningham, who will talk about bushfire awareness, property preparation and general fire safety.

Everyone is welcome to attend, and also have a look around the station and appliances.

Light supper will be provided afterwards.

SA author, Wendy Altschwager, will be guest speaker at Two Wells RSL on February 20 at 1pm.

Seats are strictly limited, so book your tickets, which include afternoon tea, by phoning 8520 2100.

Owen Paint Horse Society of SA is raising funds to help build an arena at its grounds at Owen oval.

The group is holding a novelty day on February 10 starting 9am.

The group is also preparing for a state show to be held in March.

Everyone welcome to attend to see some horsing around.

Mallala 2013 Mallala Reunion is on Sunday February 10 at St Helen’s Park, Prospect Rd, Prospect.

Mallala local, Neil Kakoschke, will open the day, which kicks off at 2pm.

Those attending are asked to take a plate of afternoon tea to share.

Mallala’s Relay for Life team is holding a “Comedy night” on March 16 at the football club.

There will be a raffle and an auction on the night.

Tickets are limited so don’t miss out.

Phone Trish Konzag on 0427 272 075 for details.

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He might have had darker hair, and more of it, especially on his face, but the devilish glint in Royal Hotel publican, Peter Friedrichs’ eye, is still there.

You can decide if Peter, a former Sturt footballer and school teacher, has changed over time!

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OBITUARIES v District

District farewells great community man

Eric “Father” Catford was born at Balaklava and grew up on the family farm at Hoyleton.

He attended Hoyleton Primary School and later Balaklava High School, travelling daily by train.

When he left high school, Eric returned to the family farm to work, and on turning 18, enlisted in the RAAF. Eric trained mostly in Victoria, and was posted to NT as an aircraft mechanic.

He shifted briefly to the island of Moratai and then to Borneo, and celebrated his 21st birthday there.

He was discharged in 1946 and returned to the farm.

On August 23 1947, Eric married Dorothy (Dot) Cottle, and the births of Michele, Anthea (“Cook”) and Bill followed.

OBITUARY Eric Catford, 26/9/1924 – 16/1/2013 Eric and Dot celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary last year.

Eric was asked how he’d managed to stay married for that long, and he replied “you pick the right one the first time.”

When Eric’s father, John, passed away at the early age of 61, Eric was left to run the farm.

Eric and Dot made a great team, working together on the farm.

Even though he was kept busy on the farm, Eric was an active community member at Hoyleton.

He was vice president of Soldiers Park, Chairman of the school committee and local institute.

Eric was a keen sportsman, play-

ing tennis for Hoyleton, and was secretary of the Wanappe Tennis Association from when it restarted until it folded.

He also played football for Hoyleton, Auburn, Watchman and Watervale, and loved his favourite team, Sturt.

In 1972, Eric sold the farm and together with Dot, moved into Balaklava, building a war service home.

He became active in the Balaklava community, Master of the Lodge, RSL member, and vice chairman of Lower Northern Homes for the Aged at its inception, suggesting it be called Mill Court.

Eric was an ambulance driver and

relief bus driver for the school bus.

He also held many executive positions on numerous boards and clubs.

Eric chaired the High School Council for six years, was vice chairman of Community Development Board, president of Lions Club, and president of Balaklava Golf Club, and secretary of the Golf Club for 17 years.

Dot had insisted Eric find something to do if he left the farm, and the curator job at the golf course was the ideal job. It was obviously a job he loved, doing it for 22 years.

Eric was given the privilege of opening the new clubhouse, and had

a hole (number 18) named after him - “Father’s Folly.”

Eric’s life changed when he fractured his spine after falling from a roof.

He spent 10 weeks on his back in hospital, and found this time difficult as he was not accustomed to being inactive.

A few years later, he injured himself again, and other operations, fractures and rehabilitation ensued.

In recent years, Eric and Dot resided in Ira Parker Nursing Home, and although Eric’s health wasn’t the best, he enjoyed reading and keeping up to date with local “happenings.”

He had a penchant for nicknames, as many locals will know, and still had his dry sense of humour to the end.

Gerald’s life a testament to human spirit

Gerald William Doddrell Goward was born on October 5, 1927, son of William (Bill) and Edith.

Gerald was always going to have an interesting life, given what his parents did.

Bill, a professional soldier, and Edith, a nurse, had moved from England to Melbourne in 1923.

They moved to Burra where Bill worked as a hawker for a local draper, and Edith opened a private hospital.

In 1927, Bill secured a job as Chief Warden at Yatala labour prison, a job which included an on-site house, where the family lived.

Gerald was born on October 5 1927, and later attended Northfield Primary School.

At the age of 10, Gerald set sail alone to England to stay with his grandparents, and witness the ceremonial parade for the Coronation of King George VI. Gerald attended school in London, and after 18 months, sailed back home and resumed schooling at Northfield, then St Peters College for three years.

At age 15, he hoped to join the navy, but his father wouldn’t allow it.

Instead, he went to Mr Sydney Kidman’s office and got a job as a jackaroo on one of his sheep stations at Broken Hill, where 28,000 sheep were shorn in that year.

Gerald then moved to a Kidman cattle station at Oodnadatta, travelling for three days on the old Ghan train to get there.

He became a proud stockman, wearing RM Williams pants, boots and shirt, and even wrote to RMs to ask for a stock whip.

OBITUARY Gerald Goward, 5/10/1927 – 9/1/2013 While on a journey driving a large mob of cattle to load onto a train, Gerald met up with an army group, and this brought back ideas of joining the armed forces.

After three years of stockman work, he resigned, and moved back to Adelaide.

With four former school mates, Gerald joined the Navy and served on the training ship, Cerberus.

Gerald became ill and was diagnosed with encephalitis and was told he’d probably never walk again.

He was transferred, in a wheelchair, to Daws Road Repatriation Hospital, and there he met a nurse, Zipporah Riggs.

She was about to travel to England and Europe with her parents,but Gerald was determined to meet her at the ship when it returned.

While Zipporah was away, Gerald returned to live with his parents and pushed himself to extreme levels of physical exercise and rehabilitation to learn to walk again.

With sheer grit and fortitude, and with the help of his Shetland pony, he achieved his goal.

Gerald learnt to walk again by hanging onto the pony’s mane, and by getting the pony to take small, slow steps, could walk along beside it.

He managed to walk from Yatala prison to Gepps Cross hanging onto the pony, and a friend would meet them there and drive both back home!

Gerald and Zipporah were married in 1950 and raised four children,

twins Penelope and Prudence, Nicholas and Elizabeth.

Gerald had many different jobs around Adelaide, but after his divorce, moved to Owen in late 1981.

He established a small property and soon became a well-known resident, making many friends around the district.

He had some health problems, culminating in a triple by-pass opera-

tion, and even though he lived alone, always had his trusty companion - his telephone - to keep in touch!

Gerald had been a freemason in Adelaide and transferred to the Balaklava Lodge. He also loved to attend the Balaklava races.

He met a lovely lady named Denise in 1986, and in July 1987, they married at Owen Community Church, travelling there by Shetland

pony and jinker, Gerald at the reins and Denise by his side.

The pair were instrumental in forming a branch of the Carriage Driving Association in Owen, and in 1988, participated in the National horse show in Canberra and won the trophy for the smartest outfit.

They even got to chat with Prince Phillip there.

In 1990, Gerald was named Disability Sportsman of the Year.

Seeing as they were “acquaintances” of Prince Phillip, Gerald wrote and invited him to attend the National Championships to be held in Owen in 1998.

Unfortunately, Prince Phillip couldn’t attend!

It was a common sight to see Gerald, always wearing his trilby hat, driving little horses in various carts around, usually with a child or two on board.

Gerald served on Wakefield Plains Council from 1991 to 1995.

He loved the outdoors and spent hours out in the paddocks with his animals.

Being confined to his gopher didn’t stop him, and on occasion got bogged and had to be rescued.

Gerald suffered further heart attacks in 2003 and 2005 and had stents implanted.

His health deteriorated and he spent his latter years in Hamley Bridge Hospital, where he received wonderful care, which was a comfort to his family.

A man of sound moral principles, Gerald was highly regarded in the community, and was a true gentleman.

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NEWS v District

Monitor your sugar serves OPINION: Louise Michael

n Water contains no kilojoules and is the best fluid for hydrating the body. n Keep a glass of water handy on your desk, or a bottle of water in your bag or backpack, n Add a squeeze of lemon or lime juice to add variety to plain soda or mineral water.

This is where the Heart Foundation and Diabetes Australia come in.

“Obesity is a known factor for cancer, as well as many other chronic diseases such as heart disease and type 2 diabetes.”

“This campaign is all about getting people to rethink their choices when it comes to what they drink, as it could be sabotaging their efforts to slim down for their health,” said Prof Wilson.

Prof Wilson also said the Government should do more to support parents in their endeavours to provide a healthy diet for their children by

restricting the hours during which unhealthy food and drink is advertised to reduce children’s exposure.

However parents are usually the ones who drive to the shops, and have the money to buy the food/ drink items.

With posters up at the dentist showing sugar contents in food and drinks, and the mountains of information provided to parents and children alike at CAFHS, kindy, school and through the media, surely it’s all about choice.

So maybe parents should start taking the bull by the horns and

OBITUARY Norm Kester, 25/10/24 - 23/12/12

War veteran & avid golfer passes away Norman (Norm) Kester was born on October 25, 1924 at Colac in Victoria.

He attended school there, and after leaving school, worked at a grocery store.

He moved on to become a porter with the Victorian Railways, and later worked as a linesman for the State Electricity Commission.

When he was 18, Norm enlisted with the navy and went to war in 1943 as an Able Seaman gunner.

After the war, he went back to the Electricity Commission. Norm then had a mail delivery contract and owned a chaff mill.

Norm was a keen sportsman, playing football and cricket in his younger days.

In 1947, Norm married June, and they had two sons, Glenn and Craig.

Norm also worked as a rep for Golden Fleece for five years, and then as a salesman for Rothmans for 12 years, which saw Norm travel all over the state, Northern Territory and New Guinea, and eventually move to Adelaide.

Norm and June later divorced.

Norm changed jobs, running a snack bar, and then moved into real estate working for Macklins.

He later married Betty and moved to Darwin to work as a storeman in the casino.

They moved back to SA in the 1980s and worked for adventurer and documentary maker, Alby Mangels.

Norm and Betty moved to Port

Wakefield, living in their caravan until Betty became ill and moved into the nursing home at Balaklava Hospital.

To be closer to Betty, Norm moved his van to his beloved Balaklava Golf Club, and was the last “unofficial” resident to live there.

Norm was a keen golfer at Balaklava Golf Club, and also enjoyed fishing and garden-

ing.

Betty passed away and Norm moved into Balaklava Caravan Park.

As he got older and his mobility reduced, Norm enjoyed music, films and reading.

He was involved in Balaklava RSL and also retained his interest in sport, enjoying watching various sports on television.

Norm was a keen tipster, winning a footy tipping competition two years running.

He was a keen supporter of CHAP and an instigator of the associated Mens Group.

Norm moved into Mill Court in December 2010 and made many more friends there.

In recent years, Norm’s health deteriorated, but he still had an active mind and would stop his gopher on the footpath to have a chat with everyone.

Norm passed away at Lyell McEwin Hospital on December 23, 2012, aged 88 years.

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to see the introduction of swifter regulation of both unhealthy drink and food advertising to children.

Bradey Luckily, country residents don’t Krieg measures have as much access as their city the amount counterparts to Maccas, Hungry of sugar in Jacks or KFC, where people can just a glass of pop in for a daily snack, or indeed, at soft drink. every meal time, as many people do.

You know it’s true.

However, there are times when you just want to guzzle an icy cold soft drink, but ask yourself, “Do I just not buy soft drink regularly.

And if they do buy it, monitor really need it?”

Would icy cold water do the same the consumption.

Some say soft drinks are a treat trick? Probably yes.

But yes, there are times when you at their house, for special occasions really need to “slam down a solo.” and celebrations. Good rule.

The old line “everything in Water or milk are the only drinks that should be made available on a moderation” rings true.

So if we all take a step back and regular basis during the day.

The word “treat” means “an have a good look at how our children event or item that is out of the obtain soft drinks, fast foods, and ordinary and gives great pleasure.” indeed their whole diet, parents, not Governments, must act to ensure we Note - out of the ordinary.

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Many people, myself included, have a sweet tooth, but how much sugar are we really consuming?

Would you consider eating 16 packets of sugar at once, let alone drinking that amount? Not intentionally, I’m sure.

A new national campaign, “Rethink sugary drink”, has been launched in a partnership between Cancer Council, Diabetes Australia and National Heart Foundation.

A video for the campaign shows a young man sitting in a cafe, ripping open packets of sugar and eating the contents.

In the meantime, other patrons look on with surprise, while unknowingly drinking soft drinks that contain the same amount of sugar!

“Many people would be surprised to know a regular 600ml soft drink contains about 16 packs of sugar,” said Professor Brenda Wilson, Chief Executive Cancer Council SA. “Yet, thanks to many sugary drinks being so readily available and marketed so well, we continue to consume them to the detriment of our waistline and our health.”

And let’s not forget what too much sugar, and poor cleaning habits, will do to our teeth.

Latest Australian Bureau of Statistics data show SA is now the “fattest” state in the nation, with a whopping 67 per cent of SA adults now either overweight or obese.

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FEATURE v Seniors

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Mill Court Homes abuzz with activity and good times There’s never a dull moment for the residents of Balaklava’s Mill Court Homes, who are kept on their toes with a huge range of activities provided by staff and volunteers.

Fortnightly bus trips, weekly bingo sessions, social days with Gilbert Valley Home for the Aged residents, and outings to local musical/theatre productions.

A bingo night is open to the public on the first Monday of each month in the Senior Citizens Homes, with the next one scheduled for March 6.

Eyes down at 7.30pm, and supper is provided.

There’s monthly men’s teas

and ladies afternoon teas, where residents get to select their menu.

This month, the men chose prawns! And why not?

Residents are taken shopping, out for coffee, participate in cooking and craft sessions, or potter around in the garden area, which is fully fenced and secured.

Volunteer helpers assist staff with outings and events.

Local musician, Isobel Anderson, plays the piano for residents every Saturday morning for a singalong.

Church services are offered every Wednesday and Sunday.

Residents are currently enjoying a monthly video on countries

around the world, followed by an afternoon tea consisting of food from that particular country.

Mill Court Homes, with staff numbering about 70, cater for 38 low and high care residents, and also offer short term respite care.

Independent self-contained units are also available for rental.

Mill Court Homes also undertakes various fundraising activities, including the bingo nights, to raise funds for a new fireboard, more electric beds and replacement of dining room chairs.

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Andrew Manuel is the manager of the Plains Producer and is embarking on a 10 week public health campaign. You might like to join in – email him at andrew@plainsproducer.com.au

What’s your weight?

H

ow much do you weigh? It is a very personal question, and not one commonly asked in our society.

You may be asked during a trip to the doctor, and that’s about it.

It is a question almost all of us can answer though, without weighing, giving an accurate answer.

Some of us are happy with our weight – I never am during January.

Two weeks off work relaxing this year turned into two weeks consuming yummy food.

I remember taking a trip to Vanuatu six years ago and being called fat by a few of the locals (and I was thinner then). Most of the Ni-Vans I met had no fat on their chiselled physiques at all. Now my kids are the only ones to call me fat (to my face that is).

The first time I was weighed the scales read 11 pounds. So I was always going to be a big boy. But my weight never occurred to me again until I was about 21 when I was 90kg.

Working as the only male in an office with five women, we had scales at work, and everyone “weighed in” like Mohammed Ali each week sharing stories over a piece of cake and coffee. Such a social mob we are at the Plains Producer.

Before marriage my weight was somewhere in the 90s, and on return from the honeymoon it was 6kg heavier which made me three digits – a proud moment.

Since then, it’s been the sly kilogram here and there. Now more than 10 of those sly kilograms have hijacked my midriff, and I want it back, but I’m going to have to do more than just say please!

This week is national Australia’s Healthy Weight Week. The media release reads: “Stuck in an unhealthy rut?” – yes!

“Saddled with a post-festive season gut?” – yes!

“The perfect opportunity is at hand to “audit” your lifestyle and make healthy changes.”

They say it’s a perfect time of year to step back and “take stock of your lifestyle.”

Read more at www.healthyweightweek.com.au The first step is to work out if you’re over weight. For some, being under weight is the problem. Search for a BMI Calculator (Body Mass Indicator). My healthy weight according to this is 71-95kg. Also your waistline should be within certain measures. My measure is called my work pants, and when I can’t zip them up, I know I’m in trouble.

The biggest step for me has been acknowledging the problem, and finding desire to make change.

But I can tick that box, the next is how will I go about it.

My mission statement is a quote from the world’s best basketballer, Michael Jordan, “Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen.”

I

am embarking on a weight loss campaign – from flab to fab in ten weeks. My plan is simple: eat less, exercise more. Executing the plan will be far less simple.

My goal is to lose 10 kilograms in 10 weeks. This will get me under the ton to Bradman’s batting average.

Being ten kilos lighter should be reward enough, but I will also work out a suitable reward.

But I won’t be doing this alone.

Part of my motivation is coming from my sister Leah and her partner Mark. Leah had a revelation about her health and wellbeing in her thirties and has been on my case ever since.

Her partner Mark is helping to keep me on track and I will share some of their tips and tricks here as we progress over the ten weeks.

I also hope to speak with a few healthy people in the district and learn some of their secrets.

I will report back to you here in the paper, so hopefully it won’t be a huge public embarrassment. It won’t be easy, but this could be your opportunity to join me. If you do, let me know. Share your tips with me, or wake me at six am if you’re going for a walk.

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eek 1, Day 1. Woke feeling tired on the first day, and all I did all weekend was rest and sleep. I’m looking for that feeling that kids have which makes them jump out of bed. Weight: 109.8kg Plan: Dig out the brochure designed by SA Health. Swap it don’t stop it, Go for 2 and 5, and Be active.

Three perfect solutions which need a bit of help from Michael Jordan.

Plan: moderation, healthy options, more water, black tea, no alcohol.

Black tea, no sugar (BTNS) Ok, so this is Mark’s brilliant idea, “cut back on the sugar.” I don’t drink coffee or tea often, more socially. My vice is Iced Coffee, or one of their siblings, mocha, chocolate milk.

They’re full of sugar, and I would drink five a week, most weeks. I’m confident by swapping iced coffee for black tea will give me a huge advantage on my quest.

I’ve just had my first cup, and I feel like I’ve just taken a trip to a third world country, but saved $1500 on the flight. Way to go. What did Mick Dundee say? “It tastes like s**t, but you can live on it.”

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Celebrating our great nation Reasons to be filled with pride

SEVERALAustralia Day functions will be held around the Wakefield Regional Council this weekend.

While barbecue breakfasts and community gatherings will feature, several Australia Day award winners will be recognised as well.

WRC chief executive officer, Cate Atkinson, expressed her appreciation for the efforts from the award winners, including Lochiel’s John Nicholls, Balaklava’s Sophie van Kleef and those involved with the Bike SA Annual Tour Catering Event at Snowtown.

“I would like to thank these citizens for their contribution to our community and promoting community spirit that exists within the council area,” Mrs Atkinson said.

“It’s wonderful to see the community supporting one another.”

Mrs Atkinson will be attending the Australia Day breakfast at Balaklava (see advert below for times).

“I’m really looking forward to it,” she said.

“I’ve been involved in Australia Day functions in my previous roles and I think they are a fantastic opportunity to get together with the community.

“It’s also a great way for the community to celebrate being Australian and to embrace all the culture we have here, as we really need to recognise the fact we are a multicultural country and our nation has grown to be a stable environment we live in and how wonderful and safe it is. I just think it’s about getting the community together and celebrating we have a great place to live.

“It’s really important for a young nation to recognise and continue building its history and Australia Day is an important part of doing that.”

L E F T: D y l a n W o o d , Jacob Butterfield and Shae Wood from Owen and Balaklava show their Aussie Pride at Wallaroo on the weekend.

Valley breakfasts Australia Day celebrations in the Clare & Gilbert Valley’s Council area on Saturday January 26, 2013 will be at the following locations: Clare: Maynard Park, 8.30am (If weather is inclement - Clare Town Hall).

Riverton: Riverton Recreation Ground, 8.30am.

Saddleworth: Saddleworth Institute 8.30am Auburn: Centennial Park 8.30am

Citizenship ceremonies at Two Wells THE District Council of Mallala will join hundreds of towns and regions across the nation in welcoming our newest citizens as part ofAustralia Day 2013 celebrations.

Several residents will officially join the Australian family in a special citizenship ceremony to be held at the Two Wells Community Centre on Saturday, January 26.

“Australia Day is a special day for all Australians to come

together and celebrate our community and what we love about the country we call home,” DCM community development officer, Lynette Seccafien said. “It’s a particularly momentous occasion for those residents choosing to become Australian citizens who will pledge their commitment to our great nation and embrace the responsibilities and privileges of Australian citizenship.”

DCM’s annual Australia Day BreakfastwillbeheldintheTwoWells Community Centre, starting at 8am.

Among those making the pledge are residents from Lewiston, Two Wells and Middle Beach.

Australia Day is the most popular day to become a citizen, with more than 17,000 people expected to become citizens at some 430 special ceremonies across the nation.

“I congratulate the newest

citizens of the District Council of Mallala and on behalf of the local community, wish them well as they end their migrant journey and start their new lives as Australians,” DCM mayor, Duncan Kennington said.

“I encourage all Australians, whether new or old, by birth or by choice, to join in council’sAustralia Day event and celebrate this great nation.”

AUSTRALIA DAY SATURDAY JANUARY 26

BALAKLAVA Apex Park (near the footbridge), Short Terrace breakfast starts 8.00am – WRC Young Citizen of the Year will be awarded at this ceremony BLYTH Padnaindi Reserve – breakfast starts 8.30am BYO drinks and chairs BRINKWORTH Stockyard Reserve – breakfast starts 8.30am HAMLEY BRIDGE Institute and Swimming Pool, Gilbert Street & Dahlmyra Avenue – lunch starts 11.30am OWEN Swimming Pool – Sausage Sizzle Pool open from 3pm

PORT WAKEFIELD Eagles Sports & Community Centre, Drake Crescent – breakfast starts 8am SNOWTOWN Lions Park, Railway Terrace East - breakfast starts 8am. WRC Citizen of the Year and Community Event of the Year will be awarded at this ceremony. Australia Day Ambassador, Professor Don Bursill AM (chief Scientist for South Australia) will be in attendance TWO WELLS Two Wells Community Centre – cooked breakfast starts 8am followed by Citizenship Ceremony and presentation of the District Council of Mallala Citizen of the Year Awards

Australia Day is the nation’s day to celebrate what’s great about Australia and being Australian.

You are invited to join in these community events in your community organised by local council.

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Plains Producer, Wednesday, January 23, 2013

NEWS v DISTRICT

New level sought for foods displaying country of origin info...

Local labels for local tables OPINION:

By Les Pearson THE recent push to force restaurants and takeaway shops to label their fish as imported or Australian on their menus is a step in the right direction for primary industry and producers.

Independent Senator, Nick Xenophon, along with independent MLC, John Darley, is working to introduce state and federal legislation, which would enforce the new measures on fish retailers.

I ask the question: why stop at fish?

For instance, the potatoes that accompany most serves of fish, in the delectable form of chips – do we know if they are Australian?

Do we, as consumers, want to know? I do.

Recently, I was making a sandwich and noticed the lettuce I had purchased was packed and grown at Lewiston.

If this had been displayed on the price tag in the supermarket, I would have certainly purchased it ahead of an imported or non-local product.

The same applies to all food items.

I understand fresh fruit and vegetables already display country of origin on their price

Shoppers urged: Buy Oz made Foodland Balaklava employee, Steven McArdle, displays some locally produced foods available to consumers.

PICTURE: Lisa Redpath

tag, as well as other deli items.

I’d love for all labels to display the Australian made logo, as opposed to hidden somewhere on the product packaging.

Cereals proudly declaring they are made of 100 per cent Australian grains, eggs announcing they were laid in the nation’s free-range farms, juice made from 100 per cent Aussie fruit.

This Australian labelling should not just be standard across all supermarkets, but restaurants as well.

Dreaming for a second, imagine if we not only had country of origin labels but also state, even region.

Menus declaring the prime rump steak was grown only kilometres from your table, the garfish was previously swimming in waters a stone’s throw away and the wine you’re ordering contains a blend of Clare Valley, McLaren Vale and Riverland grapes.

Multi-national companies have had way too much freedom to misleadingly label food as “Australian”, when only small percentages of it are of Aussie origin.

Now, more than ever, consumers are more conscious of their food and where it comes from.

Recent local success stories are popping up everywhere,

such as the Clare Valley’s Savannah Lamb and Pangkarra Pasta, local produce sweeping the pool at food awards lately.

Celebrity chef Maggie Beer’s success has undoubtedly spawned from her use of quality local ingredients and subsequently was awarded an AM last year, in part for the promotion of Australian produce and cuisine.

A great honour, no doubt, but this should be a benchmark for us all to follow.

Clear product labelling may be a distant dream but in the short term, we should do all we can to ensure we’re buying local and supporting our primary producers.

AUSTRALIA Day is a great time for all of us to celebrate the things our country does best, and manufacturing high quality products and growing delicious, nutritious food are a couple of great examples.

This Australia Day, the Australian Made Campaign is encouraging shoppers to celebrate our great Aussie traditions with equally great Aussie-made and Aussiegrown products.

“We have some of the best products and produce in the world, and we should be proud of that,” Australian Made Campaign chief executive, Ian Harrison said.

“Australia Day is a great time to celebrate that, and the people behind them.

“When you buy Aussie-made and grown products, not only are you getting great quality, but your purchase is also supporting jobs at a local farm or manufacturer, and there’s nothing more Aussie than backing your mates.”

The green-and-gold Australian Made, Australian Grown (AMAG) logo (above) is the best way for consumers to be sure the products they are purchasing are genuinely Australian.

The AMAG logo is the only registered certification trademark for Australian country of origin claims.

“When you see the AMAG logo on products or produce, you know you’re buying genuine Aussie,” Mr Harrison said.

“The best thing of all is that you can make every day Australia Day – look for the green-and-gold kangaroo logo.”

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Karla’s_Korner Karla May is wife to local farmer, Simon and mum to Lucy aged 6 and Ben, 4, and this week sends us a postcard from the Yorke Peninsula

Holiday fun

port hughes Jed Rowland, Julie Brice, Gavin, Gail and Jane Harding of Balaklava enjoy the view at Port Hughes.

Summer Days Drifting away

pt VICTORIA

Ashley Lennon builds a sandcastle.

Tell me more, tell me more!

Ahoy there from sunny Port Vincent! I need not rub it in; I think we’re all aware of just how lovely the Yorke Peninsula is.

You don’t need to travel far up the Coast road and the summer landscape is deceiving, looking dry and unforgiving. The road gives view to paddocks cut to their stub, uncovering the smattering of dusty rocks to which our driver always remarks, ‘they’d be a pain to reap with’. The roadsides are an abstract arrangement of Broombushes, Black-head grasses and Wattles darting up from varied angles to frame the road in shades of brown, grey and the dry greens we associate with native vegetation.

But look a little to your left and there is the sea, beckoning you in the same manner a person might signal another from afar with a mirror. Sometimes it looks a cool green, but mostly it’s a blue colour that complements the sky. In any case, I can never wait to get there.

When we make it to our destination there are a few things you can be sure of. The esky will be filled and remain cool for the duration. Perfume is swapped for mosquito repellent and our skin will be heavy, almost suffocated, by the layers of sunscreen and aloe required to ward off the damaging rays of the sun. Oh, the beautiful, warm, sun.

Holidays for parents don’t just mean getting to do the same things in a different location. It means the hardest conversation you’ll have is a debate over the merits of cooking sausages via the ‘constant turning’ or the ‘letting sit’ methods of barbecuing.

The hardest mornings become those after staying up to watch a five-set tennis match and not those which require you to be at work early with functional intellect. There is no school run, so there is no angst over lost shoes or why fairy bread is not everyday lunch food. There is no mail run, so the bills which didn’t make it to us before our departure don’t exist until our arrival home. Being a parent on holiday means there is less ‘in a minute’, ‘not now’, ‘I just have to do this one bit of work and then’. Being a parent on holiday is good. Why oh why must it end?

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HARDWICKE BAY Jono Wildbore,

Lachlan Hall, Josh Chanstrom, Tait MacKay and Nathan Starr, all from the Adelaide Plains take a break after skimboarding.

While walking up to help a family bogged in the sand Miss Four welcomed them saying, “Hello strong men!”

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SOCIAL v People

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1 Annie and Elliott Goldney explore rock pools at Sceale Bay 2 Chloe and Lachlan Bull, Moonta Bay 3 Kaeden Sanders tries out the kayak with aunty Kaara Barbour 4 Tom Goldney buried in sand at Sceale Bay 5 Kaeden Sanders jumps in with dad Nathan at Walker Flat 6 Abby Parker, of Owen, tries out her new bike at Boomer beach Port Elliot.

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Tracy, Raymond tie the knot

Balaklava’s Tracy Baker married Raymond Billing, of West Lakes, at Zak’s Restaurant, West Lakes, on January 6. The couple now reside in West Lakes. Pictured above are Tracy’s daughters, Sari, Kellie and Meghan at the wedding.

New bundle of joy for Michael and Leslie Michael Rowe, formerly of Nantawarra, and wife Leslie welcomed Tyler James into the world on December 9, 2012. Tyler is the first grandchild for Andrew and Cathy Rowe of Nantawarra.

Natalie and Greg celebrate 40 years

MALLALA’S Natalie and Greg Cheek celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary on January 19. They are pictured above enjoying a meal at Assaggio Ristorante, in Hyde Park, Adelaide.

Kangaroo Island wedding for Jared and Ashyka MALLALA’S Jared Curnow and Ashyka Lock were married at Western River beach Kangaroo Island, on January 5.

Jared is the son of Dean and Barb Curnow, and Ashyka is the daughter of Peter Lock and Helen Richardson. The couple will honeymoon in Broome for a week in February, with their five-month-old daughter, Lilly. • Pictured is the wedding party, from left: Eran Boyd, Emily Larcombe, Heather Curnow holding Ruby Bottrill, Suzie Curnow holding Aiden Curnow, Daniel Lock, Lachlan Hall, Brad Bottrill, Jake Baldwin-Smith with Jared and Ashyka Curnow.

SURF’S UP! Balaklava’s Di Michael has done it again – but this time she’s won a surfboard! Di has once again proved local and loyal shopping pays, entering a Nivea competition after purchasing a product from the Nivea sun range and winning a colourful branded surfboard. Di was a lucky winner of a $15,000 prize from Foodland Balaklava early in 2012. Di is pictured above with Foodland’s assistant store manager, Sonia Mumford and Nivea’s Territory manager (SA), Roger Foreman.

Our Lorna is 80 years young!

BALAKLAVA’S Lorna Walker celebrated her 80th birthday recently with family and friends, at the Pier Hotel in Glenelg. Lorna is pictured here with her family, back from left: Steve Robertson, Hayden and Suzie Walker with son, Koby, Tania Robertson. Front: Justin Walker, Lisa Robertson, Deb Robertson, Lorna Walker and Helen and John Walker.

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Plains Producer, Wednesday January 23, 2013

The Good Food

Guide Royal Hotel

WENDY Schulz with some of her sweet treats.

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Homemade goodness!

It might be hot, but a delicious, icy cold thickshake from Wendy’s Cafe N Cakes at Balaklava, could be just the thing to cool you down.

Or maybe a milkshake or iced coffee, made from real coffee, or a frappe, would quench your thirst instead.

Wendy has a wide range of both sweet and savoury foods, all homemade, and all made fresh daily.

You can choose from bacon and egg sandwiches for breakfast, or lunch treats such as wraps, sandwiches and rolls, hotdogs, doorstops, croissants, quiches and salads.

Steak sandwiches and BLTs (bacon/ lettuce/tomato) are also now on the menu, served on fresh continental bread.

As everything is made to order, not only can you choose your fillings, qual-

ity and freshness is assured.

Now, what about the cakes? Delicious cheesecakes, muffins, tortes and slices will tempt your sweet tooth, and it will be worth it!

Wash these down with a cappuccino or hot chocolate.

Thursday is “special” day, with $6 coffee and cake available.

Orders for take-aways can be made for any food items.

Wendy also makes special occasion cakes, for weddings and birthdays, and also caters for outside functions.

The shop is open Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm, but bookings can be made for functions outside these times.

For information, bookings or phone orders, please phone Wendy on 8862 2123.

To promote your gastronomic delights on this page Call Lisa Curnow on 8862 1977

WRC receives E-waste cash but Zero Waste cut WAKEFIELD Regional Council will use about $14,000 in Stage Government funding to provide a facility for E-waste (electronic waste) at the Balaklava Waste Transfer Depot.

E-waste describes discarded electrical or electronic devices, which may contain contaminants such as lead, cadmium, beryllium, or brominated flame retardants.

Former Environment Minister, Paul Caica, said $218,810 in funding had been allocated for infrastructure to support the safe collection, storage, handling and recovery of e-waste throughout the state.

“We will be utilising that in the waste transfer station and formalising additional facilities there to accept E-waste,” WRC CEO Cate Atkinson said.

MEANTIME, the recent scrapping of

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Zero Waste SA, the agency responsible for promoting recycling, could hit local ratepayers in the back pocket.

Ratepayers funded the agency through the Solid Waste Levy, charged through local council rates.

The State Government now has on a $38.5 million in unused Zero Waste funding, with that figure set to grow to $51.8 million in 2014.

Mr Caica said the government intended to substantially change the current uses for the fund.

“I’m absolutely disappointed and disgusted the State government is doing that,” Mrs Atkinson said.

“This is a significant area of work for local government, maintaining a waste management service.

“The state is recognised nationally for its waste management and the government is effectively walking away from that.

“Zero Waste has received a huge amount of funding from local residents through the waste levy and not making it available for councils is appalling and something communities across the state should be quite concerned about.”

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Community grant boost for Two Wells

C omm u ni t y groups in South Australia have shared in over $500,000 to help support some of the State’s most disadvantaged people.

Two Wells Community Centre received funds of $2040, to contribute to a $4080 project to repair the roof of the community facility at Old Port Wakefield Road.

The facility supports 8040 people each year. They participate in weekly meetings, recreational activities, school functions, performances and other community events in the rural region.

Communities and

Social Inclusion Minister, Ian Hunter, said a total of $582,400 had been divided among 31 community projects in metropolitan, rural and remote areas as part of the State Government’s Community Benefit SA program.

“The one-off grants are used by organisations to help communities become more connected, independent and resilient,” Mr Hunter said.

“Projects are designed to help with community infrastructure, and to foster communities that are inclusive and improve the life skills of disadvantaged families and individuals.”

Plains Producer, Wednesday January 23, 2013

SPORT v Bowls

MALCOLM Jones bowls for Port Wakefield during the Division One clash against Hamley Bridge on Saturday.

Balak show why they’re still top • From back page Competition leaders Balaklava had a 10 shot advantage over Owen at the end of their match played at Balaklava.

Winning rink skippers for Balaklava were R. McPharlin with a four shot win over N. Harkness (O), and Clifford 10 shots up over T. Harkness (O).

Owen’s only points came courtesy of G. Bubner’s rink, which defeated Thompson’s (B) rink by four shots.

Wasleys’ surge towards the finals continued as it recorded its fifth win from their last six matches with a win against Mallala.

Only nine shots separated the two sides with Wasleys winning two of the three rinks.

Nicolai (W) led the way with a solid 12 shot win over Smith (M) while Olive (W) was 10 shots up over Stuart (M).

Furst (M) secured Mallala’s two rink points with a 13 shot victory over Grady (W).

Riverton had the bye for round 15.

Division One results: Port Wakefield 65 (8) (W. McPharlin 19,

John Glistak WMBA secretary

G. McPharlin 28, R. Murphy 18) def. Hamley Bridge 62 (4) (J. Bubner 27, P. Fritz 15, C. Donohue 20); Balaklava 72 (10) (P. Thompson 18, R. McPharlin 27, T. Clifford 27) def. Owen 62 (2) (G. Bubner 22, N. Harkness 23, T. Harkness 17); Wasleys 71 (10) (S. Nicolai 31, D. Olive 26, W. Grady 14) def. Mallala 62 (2) (B. Smith 19, I. Stuart 16, P. Furst 27); Riverton bye.

STANDINGS: Balaklava 109 (+130), Port Wakefield 95 (+88), Wasleys 84 (+67), Owen 77 (-9), Hamley Bridge 60 (-118), Mallala 59 (-97), Riverton 56* (-61) [* = bye].

NEXT FIXTURES – February 2: Riverton vs Wasleys, Mallala vs Balaklava, Owen vs Port Wakefield, Hamley Bridge bye.

A preview of the above matches will appear in next week’s paper as there are NO matches scheduled for the Australia Day long weekend.

HAMLEY Bridge’s Cris Donohue gives his teammate an indication of distances.

JOHN Bell sends one down for Hamley Bridge on Saturday, watched by (from left) teammates Nancy Bubner and Dick French, and Port Wakefield’s Josh Studham and Owen Eglington.

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SPORT v Bowls So much rode on the Saturday’s Division Two round, with five sides vying for two positions in the new Division Two competition – which starts on February 2.

John Glistak, Wooroora Men’s Bowling Association secretary

So close…and yet so far!

This comment would have no doubt been a common cry as several sides fell so agonisingly short of making the new Division Two line-up.

So, let’s look at what transpired in last weekend’s round.

First of all, Balaklava White secured its seventh position as it easily accounted for Hamley White to the tune of 28 shots.

Hillman (BW) accounted for Patmore (HW) by 15 shots, Stewart (BW) had a narrow 3 shot victory over Mi. Nichols (HW), and Barr (BW) shared rink points with Parry (HW).

Eighth placed Port Wakefield Gold – sitting on 72 points – had the unenviable task of watching proceedings from the sidelines as it had the bye for the round.

Any of three sides immediately below them – Hamley Red, Riverton and Owen – could easily displace the side from the top eight with suitable results in each of their respective matches.

Riverton Black was not able to take advantage of this situation as it succumbed to an all-rinks loss against Mallala Black to remain on 71 points.

Owen had a very tight tussle against Wasleys with the latter side finally taking match points by three shots with two rinks up.

While Owen gained two valuable rink points from this clash, these points only put it level with Port Wakefield Gold on 72 points but with an inferior shots-up record.

Port Wakefield Gold also had Hamley Red to worry about even though Hamley Red faced a difficult match against competitor leaders Port Wakefield Blue.

Would Port Wakefield Blue give its sister side a helping hand?

Cluse (PWB) recorded a nine shot win over Morris (HR) while Olsen (PWB) had a commanding 22 shot win over Stott (HR).

However, Reimers’ rink (PWB) eventually succumbed to Phillips’ rink (HR) by three shots.

These two valuable rink points was all that Hamley Red eventually needed to leap over Port Wakefield Gold and secure 8th spot with 74 points.

Balaklava Blue reinforces it’s second spot ranking Interesting results were also recorded in several other matches played last Saturday.

Balaklava Blue consolidated its second spot with a solid 30-shot win over fellow contender Tarlee White.

Balaklava Red recorded its third successive loss at the hands of lower ranked Tarlee Red to slide another spot down the standings.

Mallala White suffered a similar fate as it succumbed to the lower ranked Riverton White side.

So, at the end of the day, the top eight consisted of Port Wakefield Blue, Balaklava Blue, Mallala Black, Balaklava Red, Tarlee White, Mallala White, Balaklava White and Hamley Red. These sides would comprise the new Division Two. Division Three shapes up to be a very interesting competition with only 14 points separating the seven sides in this Division.

The sides to comprise Division Three are Port Wakefield Gold, Owen, Riverton Black, Wasleys, Riverton

Fixtures

Division Two

round 1 – Saturday february 2 Mallala White v Port Wakefield Blue Balaklava Blue v Balaklava White Tarlee White v Hamley Red Balaklava Red v Mallala Black

round 2 – Saturday february 9 Mallala White v Tarlee White Port Wakefield Blue v Mallala Black Balaklava White v Balaklava Red Hamley Red v Balaklava Blue

round 3 – February 16

Mallala Black v Balaklava White Balaklava Red v Hamley Red Tarlee White v Port Wakefield Blue Balaklava Blue v Mallala White

round 4 – February 23

Tarlee White v Balaklava Blue Mallala White v Balaklava Red Hamley Red v Mallala Black Port Wakefield Blue v Balaklava White

round 5 – march 2

Balaklava Blue v Port Wakefield Blue Mallala Black v Mallala White Balaklava Red v Tarlee White Balaklava White v Hamley Red

round 6 – march 9

Balaklava Blue v Balaklava Red Port Wakefield Blue v Hamley Red Mallala White v Balaklava White Tarlee White v Mallala Black • Note: Balaklava clubrooms are unavailable on Saturday February 23 due a function booking, therefore each Balaklava Division Two side must be assigned an away match on that date

Division Three Round 1 – february 2

Riverton White bye Port Wakefield Gold v Owen Wasleys v Tarlee Red Hamley White v Riverton Black

Round 2 – february 9

Riverton White v Wasleys Riverton Black bye Owen v Hamley White Tarlee Red v Port Wakefield Gold

Round 3 – February 16 PORT Wakefield’s Rick Hill eagerly watches play during Saturday’s DIvision One clash with Hamley Bridge.

White, Tarlee Red and Hamley White.

Division Two results – January 19: Port Wakefield Blue 87 (10) (S. Reimers 19, T. Cluse 27, M. Olsen 41) def. Hamley Red 59 (2) (C. Phillips 22, B. Morris 18, L. Stott 19); Tarlee Red 65 (10) (R. Clarke 25, D. Branson 21, I. Rohde 19) def. Balaklava Red 59 (2) (J. McPharlin 15, C. Cowan 18, K. Ackland 26); Riverton White 73 (10) (P. Koster 24, J. Glistak 18, R. Hannaford 31) def. Mallala White 59 (2) (T. Halford 19, G. Donlon 26, J. Curnow 14); Wasleys 74 (10) (F. Frankel 38, J. McDonnell 12, S. Wendland 24) def. Owen 71 (2) (P. Sullivan 20, L. Hean 30, K. Warnes 21); Mallala Black 73 (12) (K. McDonald 29, M. King 22, M. Dunstan 22) def.

Riverton Black 54 (0) (P. Gates 20, C. Greenslade 18, A. Harrip 16); Balaklava Blue 90 (10) (L. Day 30, C. Milton 24, G. Olson 36) def. Tarlee White 60 (2) (J. Perry 17, D. Lowry 32, T. Wright 11); Balaklava White 75 (11) (R. Hillman 32, C. Stewart 21, B. Barr 22) def. Hamley White 57 (1) (K. Patmore 17, Mi. Nicholls 18, J. Parry 22); Port Wakefield Gold Bye

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STANDINGS: Port Wakefield Blue 129* (+303.75), Balaklava Blue 117* (+213), Mallala Black 104* (+10), Balaklava Red 99* (+35), Tarlee White 97* (+96), Mallala White 95* (+137), Balaklava White 86* (+25), Hamley Red* 74 (-82), Port Wakefield Gold 72 (+23), Owen 72* (-75), Riverton Black 71* (-30), Wasleys 65* (-200.75), Riverton White 61* (-91), Tarlee Red 60* (-116), Hamley White 58* (-246) [* = bye].

DIVISION TWO FIXTURES – February 2: Mallala White vs Port Wakefield Blue, Balaklava Blue vs Balaklava White, Tarlee White vs Hamley Red, Balaklava Red vs Mallala Black.

DIVISION THREE FIXTURES – February 2: Port Wakefield Gold vs Owen, Wasleys vs Tarlee Red, Hamley White vs Riverton Black, Riverton White bye.

A preview of all Division two and Division Three matches will appear in next week’s paper as NO matches are scheduled for the Australia Day long weekend.

Riverton Black v Owen Hamley White v Tarlee Red Wasleys bye Port Wakefield Gold v Riverton White

Round 4 – February 23

Wasleys v Port Wakefield Gold Riverton White v Hamley White Tarlee Red v Riverton Black Owen bye

Round 5 – march 2

Port Wakefield Gold bye Riverton Black v Riverton White Hamley White v Wasleys Owen v Tarlee Red

Round 6 – march 9:

Port Wakefield Gold v Hamley White Tarlee Red bye Riverton White v Owen Wasleys v Riverton Black • Note: Only six of the seven sides in Division Three will receive a bye.

Due to the uneven number of byes in this competition, the standings for each round will be determined using a match ratio calculated by dividing the premiership points for each side by the number of matches played by that side.

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Tennis mid north NICK Algar in action for Long Plains during Saturday’s A grade Mid North Tennis Association match.

BALAKLAVA’S Shaz Pike plays a forehand.

MALACHI McLaren, Long Plains, lobs the ball high in the air.

PETER Pym, Long Plains returns during his mixed doubles match.

Results from January 19, 2013.

A Grade: Hilltown 17/134 defeated Blyth 7/108.

Ladies Singles: K Kothrade def L Stirling 6-0, S Johnson def K Mudge 7-6, F Hill lost to T Loveday 6-7, F Brettig def L Stirling 7-6, K Nugent def K Carling 6-1, A Hawker lost to R Carling 2-6.

Mens Singles: B Johnson def P Gibson 6-2, M Nugent lost to A Pratt 4-6, T Hawker def C White 7-5, J Brown lost to R Lloyd 2-6, S Brettig lost to T Webb 1-6, D Cook def J Andriske 6-0.

Clare Masters 22/141 defeated Clare Aces 2/72.

Ladies Singles: B McInerney lost to B Dare 2-6, J Smith def S Dodds 6-1, K Hartmann def S Nield 6-1, L Nield def E Ashton 6-2, S Pearse def T Pollard 7-5, L Hooper def N Arnold 6-1.

Mens Singles: M West def M Dare 6-3, R Zweck def G Coles 6-0, D Sweet def T Slade 7-5,A Noack def C Longbottom 6-1, M Millard def A Bruce 6-4, G Nield def A Dare 7-5.

Balaklava 15/113 defeated Long Plains 9/80.

Ladies Singles: A Takaji def R Curnow 6-0, H Barry def K Tynan 6-3, P Hill def N Algar 6-1, S Pike def A Pym 6-2, A Battle def K Sammons 6-1, D Michael def M McLaren 6-0.

Mens Singles: R Lamond lost to M Pym 5-7, S McDonald lost to J Rundle 2-6, A Lane lost to B Davies 1-6, C Michael def R Sharer 6-3, D Veitch def B Pym 6-2, Z Scholz lost to P Pym 1-6.

B Grade: Riverton 14/116 defeated Dalkey 10/99.

Ladies Singles: H Clark def J Humphrys 6-3, L Griffiths def S Bell 6-3, E Callery lost to C Bell 2-6, M Connell lost to C Koch 1-6, K Griffiths def Y Bell 7-5, A Kaeding def K Barry 6-2.

Mens Singles: B Mitchell def S Wedding 6-3, G Linke lost to B Curnow 6-7, S Griffiths lost to R Gregory 0-6, D Vater def C Redden 6-0, K Hart def T Holmes 6-1, P Clark lost to J Gregory 4-6.

Blyth 16/120 defeated Hilltown 8/87.

Ladies Singles: C Virgin lost to K Sims 2-6, J Wandel lost to B Ellery 4-6, T Carling def M Dunstan 6-1, B Jacka def M Crompton 6-2, M Kennett def A Owen 6-3, J Virgin def K Quast 6-2.

Mens Singles: J King lost to C Jaeschke 2-6, W Carling lost to D Smith 3-6, D Quinton def T Pittaway 6-4, R Schultz lost to T Owen 3-6, N Schultz def R O’Neill 7-6, C Walkley def W Sims 6-2.

Auburn 15/115 defeated Watervale 9/91.

Ladies Singles: M Wilson def C Sandow 6-2, B Ey def S Harradine 6-1, C Allen def C Marshall 6-0, E Noack lost to N Faulkner 2-6, F Morgan lost to A Fogden 2-6, A Morgan def R Long 6-3.

Mens Singles: G Roberts lost to A Ackland 6-7, J Semler def C Bowman 6-1, N Wilsdon def D Long 6-2, D Sandow def B Ackland 6-1, B McGrath def F Sandow 6-4, T Roberts lost to B Mill 2-6.

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Results of Grade 6 cricket played on Saturday January 19

Elizabeth East vs Dublin

Match won by: Dublin Elizabeth East Batting J.Bandtock ct J.Schwartz-Chapman...... 5 C.Robertson ct R.Hammond b B.Starr. 15 J.McDonald ct J.Crosbie b J.Mason....... 2 S.May ct J.Mason b J.Schwartz-Chap. 21 D.Stocks ct B.Starr b J.Schwartz-Cha.... 3 N.Thompson b S.Edwards...................... 2 D.Walton ct J.Mason b J.Schwartz-Ch... 4 A.Rufak b S.Dalgleish.............................. 4 T.Rickett b S.Dalgleish.......................... 11 T.Dangerfield b S.Edwards...................... 1 G.Karrsen Not Out................................... 0 Extras 13 Total 10/81 Dublin Bowling Bowler O M W R J.Mason 5 1 1 22 B.Starr 5 1 2 16 S.Edwards 7 4 2 6 J.Schwartz-Chapman 5 0 3 17 S.Dalgleish 2.4 0 2 14

Dublin Batting J.Crosbie ct J.McDonald b T.Ricket........... 5 S.Edwards Not Out.................................. 32 B.Starr ct N.Thompson b A.Runfnak........ 16 R.Hammond Not Out................................ 23 J.Schwartz-Chapman........................... DNB A.Starr.................................................. DNB S.Dalgleish............................................ DNB C.Mason............................................... DNB J.Mason................................................ DNB D.Kearns............................................... DNB R.Amari................................................. DNB Extras 6 Total 2/82 Elizabeth East Bowling Bowler O M W R C.Robertson 6 0 0 21 T.Rickett 3 0 1 16 S.May 6 3 0 12 A.Rufnak 6 1 1 20 T.Dangerfield 3 0 0 11

Results of A Grade cricket played on Saturday January 19

Long Plains vs Auburn/Mintaro

Match won by: Long Plains Long Plains Batting H.Pym lbw B.Sandow........................... 86 M.Trussell b M.Prince............................ 32 S.Schulz ct M.Norman b D.Norman...... 36 D.Hill ct M.Prince b D.Norman.............. 19 T.McArdle ct K.Allen b D.Norman............ 5 J.McArdle b J.Curtis................................ 9 R.Bushell Not Out.................................. 49 B.Jones ct M.Norman b B.Sandow......... 7 M.Warnes Not Out................................... 0 T.Daniel...............................................DNB S.Maltedo...........................................DNB Extras 9 Total 7/252 Auburn/Mintaro Bowling Bowler O M W R J.Curtis 8 1 11 41 B.Sandow 8 1 2 35 M.Prince 9 2 1 39 A.Mitchell 3 0 0 7 D.Norman 9 0 3 61 B.Jenner 4 0 0 29 M.Norman 4 0 0 34

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Auburn/Mintaro Batting M.Norman b D.Hill.................................... 32 J.Curtis b B.Jones...................................... 2 J.Sandow ct D.Hill b S.Maltedo............... 19 K.Allen lbw D.Hill...................................... 19 D.Norman Not Out................................... 23 B.Sandow lbw B.Jone................................ 7 L.Broadbent b D.Hill................................... 0 B.Jenner b J.McArdle................................. 0 M.Prince b M.Trussell............................... 20 S.Whitelaw Not Out.................................... 0 A.Mitchell.............................................. DNB Extras 15 Total 8/137 Long Plains Bowling Bowler O M W R Not Supplied

TEE OFF! Roger Hahn prepares to tee off at the first hole at Balaklava golf course on Saturday.

PHOTO: LOUISE MICHAEL

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VETERAN Balaklava tennis player, Don Veitch, serves to Ben Pym, Long Plains, during their mixed doubles match on Saturday.

ZAC Scholz serves for Balaklava on Saturday, during his mixed doubles match.

PHOTOS: LISA REDPATH

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A healthy hoard of hirsute hackers hounded the greensward’s Stableford stoush last Saturday, including visitors Nathan Friedrichs and Tod Woodard, as well as two likely lads from Two Wells. But now, down to “Certain Things!”, like how Rob Lawson, with 40 points, belittled the A Grade field, although Doug Taylor (35), aided by the good count with regard to Bill Lokan, claimed second dibs. Left to walk around shod in their diphthongs were M. Hameister (34), W. Nagle (30), R. Hart (28), Nathan Friedrichs (27) and Don “Hairy Legs” Hannaford (27). Our glorious President, Ian Michael, was locked in mortal combat with Mike Hahesy as part of the Summer Cup and elected to keep it legal by playing just the one competition on the day.

From the sweat-stained B Grade surge emerged a storming Scott Michael (36) who, like Rob, enlisted the good Count to dump Rob Veitch into second spot, leaving that sainted son of the soil, Geoff McKenzie, to claim third with 35 points. Seen off to one side, studiously picking grass seeds out of their socks, were G. Leo (32), Tania Matz (32), D. Barnett (31), J. Michael (30), R. Hahn (30) and Louise Michael (21).

A triumphant Trevor Gilmour (37) trumped the C Graders, although visitor Tod Woodard (35) kept him honest. The good Count aided and abetted Malcolm Liptrot (32) in denying Dean Trickett a new golf ball. Pretending to look for one of our resident goannas were A. Henstridge (31), M. Bell (26), G. Anderson (24), M. Keast (23) and Noah Barnett (22). As mentioned earlier, Mike Hahesy played just the one competition on the day.

Birdies flocked to the fifth fairway, attracted by the skills of Scott Michael and Bill Lokan, while Nearest The Pins were held by Scott Michael at the third, Roger Hahn (eighth), Scott Michael again already at the 10th and Rob Lawson (15th).

Golfer of the Summer points rained down upon Rob Lawson (6), Trevor Gilmour (5), Scott Michael (4), Rob Veitch (3), Doug Taylor (2) and those legions of unwashed wasters, just one apiece.

Three Summer Cup play-offs were played out, with Mike Hahesy getting the better of Ian Michael at the 18th (1 up), Rob Veitch defeating Wayne Nagle 4/3 and Merv Hameister downing Dave Barnett 2/1. This Saturday we’ll stage our all-Australian, lamb-fuelled two-person Ambrose, a truly galah event to be startled into reality by rampaging Rob Lawson, then brought back to earth by Greg Anderson, who will accompany himself on a lute while singing earthy ditties and dispensing a bewildering array of chilled beverages, now that Snowy’s back, hell-bent on re-stocking the cool-room.

All those who trouble to bring a salad to further grace this grand occasion will win a special bonus prize of 36.

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Results from Wednesday January 16, 2013.

A group of 10 players took to the fairways, with Bill Goudie winning the day with 48, Dennis Goudie 45, Bill Berry 43 CB, Rod Phillips 43, Austin Henstridge 42, Dean Trickett 38 CB, Brian Stewart 38, Merv Hameister 36, John Curnow 35, John Michael 30.

Birdies: Bill Goudie holes 5, 7 & 16, Austin Henstridge hole 6, Merv Hameister hole 5, John Curnow hole 3.

NTP: Bill Goudie hole 3 and Bill Berry hole 10.

Back dated results: Wednesday December 26: Bill Berry won the day with 47 CB; January 2: John Michael won the day with 43; January 9: Barrie Thompson won the day with 43.

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Last Thursday’s Stableford was called off due to the extreme heat rule and on Saturday, 28 players made up for lost time, competing in another Stableford event and certainly “raised the bar” – 35 points being the minimum score to make the better half.

The big-hitting but sometimes wayward Colin Doudle won the day with 43, from Rex Mortimer 42 c/b Kieth Kluske 42.

Others to finish in the better half were Wally Jackson, Wayne White, Dennis Nation and Bradley Zerner 39, Cliff Applebee and Ron smith 38, John Mitchell 37, Brian Cooper, Gary Woods and George Dahlitz 36, Max Grasby, Vince Zito and Lance Hatcher 35.

Birdies: Rex Mortimer scored three in the one game for the first time at Hamley Bridge (first, second and 15th), while Bradley Zerna also had three (first,sixth and ninth), Vince Zito and Brian Cooper (first), Colin Doudle, John Mitchell and Bob Charman (ninth), John Riley (seventh).

Nearest to The Pins: Ron Collins (fourth), Bob Charman (ninth), John Riley (14th).

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Adelaide Plains and Barossa Veteran results.

The AP&B Vets attracted 27 players to the Mount Pleasant course in 43 degree heat, but a gentle breeze made conditions playable and a good day was had by all. The event was sponsored by Langmeil Barossa Wines.

A Grade 37 R.Volraat (Gawler). 34 R.Hogg (Two Wells). 32 P.Robinson (Gawler).

Ball winners: 32 S.Tregenza (Mt Pleasant), M.Hameister (Balaklava), L.Hampel (Barossa Valley), S.Porter (Gawler). 31 R.Grigg (Highercombe).

B Grade: 39 H.Jeske (Gawler). 34 B.Kilmer (Gawler). 33 B.Lythgoe (Barossa Valley) Ball winners: 30 T.Dowling (Gawler).

C Grade: 36 J.Curtin (Copper Club). 36 B.Sims (Tanunda Pines). 33 K.Bubner (Islington Works).

Ball winners: nil.

NTP winners: A Grade - A.Penn (Penfield); B Grade - A.Noack (Hamley Bridge); C Grade - nil.

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Results from Wednesday January 16 CLARE WHITE 37 (8) (B.Sims 22 B.Reichstein 15) def CLARE GREEN 31 (2) (R.Topperwien 15 L.Ackland 16).

BURRA 47 (10) (C.Boston 26 M.Pawelski 13) def CLARE BLUE 27 (0) (R.Taylor 21 P.Errey 14).

SPALDING 35 (8) (G.Blaser 23 R.Atkinson 16) def SNOWTOWN 33 (2) (G.Goodridge 12 B.Talbot 17).

CLARE RED 42 (10) (I.Howlett 22 P.McLaurin 16) def BRINKWORTH 34 (0) (R.Howes 20 G.Nitschke 18).

BLYTH 34 (8) (J.Bradbury 20 A.Jones 14) def BALAKLAVA 32 (2) (L.Mader 14 R.McDonald 18).

PREMIERSHIP TABLE

Points For Against % Burra 100 506 421 54.58 Blyth 93 532 427 55.47 Snowtown 86 515 454 53.15 Clare Red 77 486 473 50.68 Spalding 73 479 461 50.96 Clare White 69 447 484 48.01 Clare Green 60 474 503 48.52 Balaklava 57 444 491 47.49 Clare Blue 51 505 538 48.42 Brinkworth 32 369 505 42.22 Wednesday January 23: Clare White v Clare Blue, Burra v Spalding, Clare Red v Clare Green, Balaklava v Brinkworth, Blyth v Snowtown.

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Current scores for WWBS Ladies Pennants as at January 10: OWEN 78 + 81 BALAKLAVA GREEN 69 + 63 WASLEYS 65 + 7 MALLALA BLACK 62 +64 MALLALA WHITE 61 +81 PORT WAKEFIELD 41 -90 BALAKLAVA GOLD 39 -54 HAMLEY BRIDGE 15 -141 January 17 matches were cancelled due to hot weather.

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All matches in the Northern Yorke Peninsula were cancelled this week due to heat.

Mid North Tennis Association As at 12/01/2013

A Grade M W L F Pts For Ag Hilltown 11 9 2 0 29 1304 798 Clare Y/Guns 11 8 3 0 27 1275 1045 Blyth 11 8 3 0 27 1264 1055 Clare Aces 11 6 5 0 23 1171 1011 Clare Masters 11 6 5 0 23 1167 1039 Saddleworth 11 6 5 0 23 1091 1188 Long Plains 11 1 8 2 11 647 1268 Balaklava 11 0 10 1 10 803 1330 B Grade M W L F Pts For Ag Mintaro 10 10 0 0 30 1180 734 Auburn 10 8 2 0 26 1235 870 Riverton 9 7 1 1 22 968 767 Dalkey 10 6 4 0 22 970 842 Watervale 10 5 5 0 20 990 1075 Hilltown 10 3 7 0 16 936 1115 Blyth 10 3 7 0 16 826 1060 Clare Hot Shots 10 1 8 1 11 738 1172 F/Flat & 7/Hill 9 1 6 2 9 704 912 Juniors M W L F Pts For Ag Clare Yellow 7 7 0 0 21 420 342 Clare Blue 8 6 1 0 21 434 292 Watervale 7 4 2 0 16 311 296 Blyth Alligators 7 4 3 0 15 412 328 Clare Green 7 4 3 0 15 358 348 Clare Red 7 3 3 0 14 349 314 Clare White 7 3 4 0 13 365 351 Blyth Crocodiles 8 3 5 0 14 387 411 Hilltown 8 3 5 0 14 405 439 Mintaro 7 1 5 0 10 300 322 Auburn 7 0 6 1 6 155 453

% 62.04 54.96 54.51 53.67 52.90 47.87 33.79 37.65 % 61.65 58.67 55.79 53.53 47.94 45.64 43.80 38.64 43.56 % 55.12 59.78 51.24 55.68 50.71 52.64 50.98 48.50 47.99 48.23 25.49

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Search on for SA’s inspirational rural women THE search is on once again to uncover South Australia’s inspirational rural women as entries open for the Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation (RIRDC) Rural Women’s Award for 2013.

The Rural Women’s Award seeks to identify, celebrate and support these women as emerging leaders, with the capability and resources to drive innovation, productivity and sustainability within primary industries and build economic and social development within their rural communities.

RIRDC National Manager, Margo Andrae said the award acknowledges that women offer a unique approach to leadership, which involves connecting and collaborating to effect change and influence, often without the need for position or authority.

“The award is open to all women involved in primary industries, including broad-acre farming or intensive livestock, cropping, horticulture, fisheries, forestry, natural resource management or related service industries, a formal qualification is not necessary to apply,” Ms Andrae said.

“So if you are, or know a woman

The application includes a project proposal outlining a vision of how it will contribute to improving Australia’s rural communities or industries.

Applicants have the opportunity to access a mentor to work on their application. Applications close Friday, February 1.

REPORT: Les Pearson with leadership potential and the desire and commitment to make a greater contribution to their industries and communities, we want to hear from you.”

State and Territory winners receive a $10,000 financial bursary to implement their Award vision.

Each State and Territory winner and runner-up will have the opportunity to participate in the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) course and will be supported to develop an individual integrated

Rural residents warned of quad bike dangers Monash University researchers are calling for people, especially in rural and regional areas, to think very carefully about the potential dangers of quad bikes.

This follows a 2012 review conducted by Institute for Safety, Compensation and Recovery Research (ISCRR) at Monash University.

ISCRR is a joint venture between Monash University, Worksafe Victoria and the Transport Accident Commission.

Australian coronial figures from 2001 to 2010 show there were 127 quad bike related fatalities on farms.

ISCRR Chief Research Officer, Dr Alex Collie, said since 2011,

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quad bikes had become the leading cause of death on Australian farms.

“Quad bikes accounted for around one-third of fatalities, with children under 14 years, and adults over 45 years, the most common victims,” he said.

About 50 per cent of all Australian quad bike fatalities occurred due to roll-over of the bike, with death often resulting from asphyxiation and crush injury syndrome.

Other injuries include chest, head and spinal injuries.

Review looked at the effectiveness of crush protection devices designed to provide increased protection from quad bike crush inju-

ries, and to reduce the likelihood of riders being pinned beneath an overturned bike.

It found the fitting of crush protection devices to quad bikes had some potential to reduce injuries and fatalities.

These devices, including the “Quadbar” - a padded, hairpin shaped metal hoop which is

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Outlook: Isolated showers about the Lower South East coast late Saturday and early Sunday, then about southern and western coasts on Monday.

MID NORTH DISTRICT FORECAST Wednesday: Patchy fog in the south early in the morning. Sunny day. Wind south to southeasterly 15 to 25 km/h tending east to southeasterly in the evening.

Thursday: Mostly sunny. Wind east to southeasterly 15 to 20 km/h tending northwest to northeasterly 20 to 30 km/h during the morning then tending south to southwesterly during the afternoon.

Friday: Mostly sunny. Wind southwesterly 25 to 35 km/h turning southerly 15 to 20 km/h during the morning.

YORKE PENINSULA DISTRICT FORECAST Wednesday: The chance of isolated light showers in the south in the morning. Sunny afternoon. Wind southeasterly 20 to 30 km/h.

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Thursday: Possible isolated showers near southern and western coasts in the afternoon or evening. High cloud increasing. Hot to very hot with mainly moderate northeast to northwest wind, ahead of a milder, fresh to strong southwest to southerly change in the far west late morning, reaching a line Renmark to Marla late evening.

Friday: Possible isolated morning showers over the Lower South East coast. Fine elsewhere. Mild in the south grading to hot in the far north with moderate to fresh south to southeasterly wind.

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“The review found crush protection devices, such as the Quadbar, had the potential to reduce injuries and fatalities, particularly those arising from low speed lateral roll and back flip events,” said Dr Collie.

Safety while riding a quad bike is vital, and riders should always be properly trained and wear helmets at all times.

Dr Collie said further testing and development of standards for protection devices is clearly required, but encourages anyone who rides quad bikes at low speeds in the workplace or on farms, to consider applying one.

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Friday: Partly cloudy. Wind southwesterly 25 to 40 km/h turning south to southeasterly 20 to 25 km/h during the day.

MOUNT LOFTY RANGES DISTRICT FORECAST Wednesday: The chance of isolated light showers about the southern Fleurieu Peninsula in the early morning. Sunny afternoon. Wind southeasterly 15 to 25 km/h.

Thursday: Mostly sunny morning. The chance of isolated showers in the south in the afternoon and evening. Wind northeast to southeasterly 15 to 20 km/h tending north to northwesterly 20 to 30 km/h during the morning then tending northwest to southwest 15 to 25 km/h during the evening.

Friday: Partly cloudy. Wind west to southwesterly 25 to 30 km/h turning southerly 25 to 40 km/h during the morning then decreasing to 15 to 25 km/h during the evening.

GULF ST VINCENT Wednesday: Winds: Southeasterly 10 to 15 knots, increasing to southwest to southeasterly 15 to 20 knots during the afternoon. Seas: Below 1 metre increasing to 1 to 1.5 metres during the afternoon.

Swell: Below 0.5 metres.

Thursday: Winds: Southeast to northeasterly 10 to 15 knots becoming northwest during the afternoon and west to southwesterly 10 to 15 knots during the late afternoon, tending southerly in the evening.

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

RAINFALL (mm) To 9am January 22, 2013 INFORMATION Station Week Month Monthly This year Last year to date average to date to date Auburn Balaklava Blyth Clare Hamley Bridge Hoyleton Mallala Marrabel Owen Port Wakefield Riverton Roseworthy Saddleworth Snowtown Two Wells

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• JESSICA Richardson, of Tarlee, was awarded the Lion’s Club of Gilbert Valley Scholarship for 2007.

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YEARS AGO January 2003

• BALAKLAVA police officer, Grant Keynes, was distinguished with an Order of Australia medal in the 2003 Australia Day honours list.

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Heritage Highlights

e have probably all seen or read The Australian Women’s Weekly, but did you know there was a magazine of the same name in 1820?

Quoted as “the colony’s brightest magazine,” extracts from it were reprinted in the modern version of the magazine in 1988, Australia’s bicentenary year.

Articles included: • Elizabeth Macarthur speaking out against rumours about her husband, Merino-breeder John Macarthur - was he a “venomous serpent” or a man of vision? (he had been sent from the colony twice, 1801-1805 and 1809-1817, labelled by some as aggressive, quarrelsome, greedy and a rebel).

• An Obituary to Mary Catchpole, a former convict who nobly

or leaf they fall back upon when there is no fruit. Many people are prejudiced against flying fox on account of its extremely powerful and unpleasant smell; but once the batlike wings are got rid of, that goes.

The flesh is clean and white, looking like a fowl that has been skinned.

Judgment is required in choosing them to get those that are young and plump. They can be stuffed with breadcrumbs and herbs and either roasted or boiled. A young flying fox split like a Spatch cock and grilled is a capital breakfast dish.

Stewed Wallaby – Take the hindquarters of a young wallaby, cut into small pieces with about 1/2 lb lean ham. While still on the board, pepper and salt well, and dredge a little flour over it. Cut up an onion and fry it in the bottom of the stewpan, pour

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sacrificed her life, having walked through a severe storm to help a sick neighbour. Mary Catchpole, born in 1762, was arrested and deported for horse stealing. She worked for Mr. John Palmer, a government official, eventually becoming overseer on the farm of Mr Richard Rouse, Superintendent of Public Works.

• Colonial cookery for thrifty housekeepers: Stewed Flying Fox – it is excellent eating during the fruit season; when that is over they are not good, taking a peculiar flavour from some flower

YEARS AGO January 1993

• AUBURN’S Rosemary Becker was announced Saddleworth/ Auburn Council’s Citizen of the Year.

COMMUNITY

Diary& • Jan 26: Blyth Australia Day breakfast, Padnaindi Reserve; Port Wakefield breakfast, Eagles Sports and Community Centre.

• Feb 1: Lutheran Youth paper drive - Blyth.

• Feb 2: Lutheran Youth paper drive - Balaklava, Owen, Mallala and Port Wakefield.

• Feb 9: Balaklava Swimming Pool bottle and can drive.

• Feb 16: Tennis Bingo, Balaklava.

• Feb 24: Tennis tournament.

• Mar 3: Balaklava Swimming Pool Triathlon.

• Mar 16: Mallala’s Relay for Life Comedy Night.

• Apr 14: Emmaus 50th Anniversary Celebration, Halbury.

• Aug 2, 3, 4: Balaklava Eisteddfod.

Send us your diary dates!

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Your entertainment and social media monitor

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Then, for example, I said the “Lord of the Rings” movie trilogy sucked in comparison to the books.

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PHONE: 8862 1977 EMAIL: sales@plainsproducer.com.au FAX: 8862 1997 DEADLINE: 5pm Monday

2 7 R a i l w a y Te r r a c e , Balaklava. Three large bedrooms, one bathroom, close to main street, huge block, separate sleepout, sundry shed. $250 per week.

Call Dom 0413 005 005.

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

For Rent: modern 2 bedroom unit in Balaklava.

Low maintenance garden, prefer long term, near main street, would suit elderly $180 a week.

Phone 0438 621 214.

For Sale

1999 Subaru Outback reg: WGM 272. 186,000km, good condition, $6,000 ono. Phone 0439 801 115.

2000 Falcon Future, AUII, auto sedan, dual fuel, high kms, $2,250, reg til April 2013, good condition, regularly serviced, reg no. WSA 482. Phone 0407 618 804 or 8862 7063.

Boat 4m Quintrex Breeze About tinny, 25hp, oil injected Suzuki outboard, forward steering, windscreen and canopy, fish finder and marine radio, includes some safety equipment, tilt trailer with manual winch, $3,800. Phone 0458 799 577.

Caravan 18’ 6” Paramont duet pop-top. Great bargain ready to go.

Reg YIL 167, full annexe, beds 6’ 5” x 4’ 6”. 3 way 150 litre fridge, oven, a/c, 2 seater lounge, toilet, microwave, radio/CD/ DVD player, TV, battery pack, off road tyres, many extras, $37,500 ono.

Phone: 0439 801 115.

Caravan - 2008 Jayco Sterling Pop Top 18ft single beds (new innerspring mattresses), tandem axle, full stove (3 gas, 1 electric griller, oven) digital TV, radio/CD/DVD, 3 way 90 Litre, fridge, 12 volt 120 amp/h battery system (new battery 12 month ago), Anderson plug, air conditioning, roll out awning, rear view video camera, 2 jerry can holders, approx 16,000km. Recently serviced, ready to go.

Tare 1585kg ATM 1985kg, S167 TAD Ex Condition, Quick Sale $25,900. Ph: 0407 859 126.

House for sale. 30 Kadina Road, Wallaroo, $249,000, well presented, 3 bedroom brick veneer home. Polished timber floors, large rooms, large block, currently leased $260 per week. Live in or invest. Contact 0433 802 804.

G lobe s s h a p e s a n d sizes for all situations.

Vacuum cleaner replacement bags. Balaklava Electronics 8862 1552.

Metal detector minelab “Eureka Gold”. As new including spare battery pod and carry bag. Have all paper work. Cost $1,700.

Phone: 0458 799 577.

One old wooden dressing table $30. One wooden desk with bookcase $30.

Four CD/DVD storage racks, wooden $5 each.

One Hills clothes line, 2 years old, good condition $50. Phone 0439 828 234.

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Photocopier - Ricoh Aficio 2027, black& white copier with fax and stapler.

A4 & A3 Paper Trays. 4 toner cartridges included.

Can network to printer. was $11,000 new, $1,500. Ph 0407 715 593.

Real Estate - for sale urgent. 2 country home, sell now, settlement within 30 days. Vendors must rent both back, 6-12 months. Relocating due to sickness. One Owen, one Balaklava. Phone Rosemary 0428 172 310 or (08) 8862 131.

Scaffold, steel, quick stage mobile. 7.2 mtrs long; 1.2m wide; 4mtr - 6 mtr high; 11 metal planks.

Photos available. $1,750 ono. Ph. 0428 890 107.

Toyota Landcruiser GLX, 7 seater wagon, AWD, 1990, reg VUK 462, 428,000km, near new tyres, twin tanks, serviced every 10,000 km, book supplied, air conditioning, $5,000 includes GST. Phone 0407 720 236.

Young brown layer hens.

Two ages. Mallala 8527 2343.

Under $100

Four burner hooded patio gas BBQ, clean, excellent condition, $100. Phone 8862 1901.

Pana s onic u p r i g h t vacuum $25. Phone 8862 1901.

Table - rectangular, extendable, 4ft 6 x 3ft, light teak, wooden $30, Dublin.

Phone 0409 494 635.

Wardrobe 2 door, single mattress, old sideboard, desk, chair, water cooler, Westinghouse dryer. $40 the lot, Dublin 0409 494 635.

Garage Sale

Saturday February 26, 9am to 5pm. Household goods, furniture, chainsaw and other sundries. 52 Fisher Street, Balaklava.

Public Notice

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

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

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

SHARE Accommodation

Glengowrie - townhouse with secure parking close to Flinders Uni, Marion Shopping Centre, City and Public Transport. $150 per week and electricity bill.

Phone 0438 262 295.

Sharemarket

All stock analysed by university. Researched as never before. Buy, hold or sell. Opening day January 26. Phone now 8862 1442 or email: ekarklins@bigpond.com

Situations Vacant

Machine Operator: Loader & Excavator HC or MC Licence an advantage.

Balaklava Area. Phone: 08 8862 1866. Email resume to edward@agfert.com.au or fax 08 8862 1631. Applications close February 6th, 2013

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Wanted to Buy

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

Ph Joe 0439 339 634.

Adult Services

Erection and premature problems. Help for $30, money back guarantee. Ph 0424 452 329. Free sample.

Death

B u t t le r - D o r e e n 30/08/1931 to 21/12/2012.

Loving wife of Ray (dec).

Loving mother and motherin-law of Barbara and Graham. Loving Nan of Nicholas and Dylan and step Nan of Brandon and Jayden.

Always in our hearts, forever missed. Your loving daughter Barbara-Anne.

Catford - Eric John (Father). 26/09/1924 to 16/01/2013. Aged 88 years.

Passed away peacefully at Ira Parker Nursing Home, Balaklava. Beloved husband of Dot. Much loved father of Michele and Trevor, Cook and Brenton, Bill and Leeanne. Much loved Grandpa of Matt and Steph, Nic and Lou, Bindy, Josh and Jess, Megan and Troy, Carly and Mark, Alana and Jason. Poppy Tarn to Bianca and Bradley, Brodie, Senja, Chloe, Astala and “Blobby”.

So Mote It Be

Our sincere thanks to the staff or Ira Parker for their loving care of Dad. Eric’s Funeral Service was conducted in the Uniting Church, Balaklava and the Balaklava Cemetery on Friday January 18, 2013. Pastor Errol Meaney kindly officiated.

DURDIN & FORGIE Family Funerals Balaklava - 8862 2101

Engagement

DAWSON - Preece. Geoff and Irene, together with Peter & Lynne, are thrilled to announce the engagement of Glenn and Ashtyn.

Gold Wedding

PENNA - TOTHILL. Rex and Raelene. Married January 26, 1963 in Methodist Church, Port Wakefield

by Late Rev Fred Albury.

Lived at “Sea View” South Hummocks. Love and congratulations from Katrina, Rodric & Megan, grand daughters Charlie & Molly.

In Memoriam

Thompson - Lyall. 26/12/25 to 28/01/12. Sad is the heart that loved you, silent are the tears that fall, living my life without you, is the hardest part of all. Remembering you is easy, I do it every day, it is the emptiness of being without you, that never goes away. Your loving wife Barbara.

Thompson - Lyall. We hold loving memories of a wise, caring and loving Dad, Grandpa & G Pa within our hearts. So sadly missed.

Love always Jenny, Kirsty, Ashleigh, Tayla & Dylan, Sascha, Nicola & Lily, Tammy & Sam.

Thompson - Lyall. In loving memory of our dear dad, grandpa and great grandpa who passed away on January 28, 2012. You are always in our minds and forever in our hearts. Ann, John, Jacquie, Tod, Cooper, Imogen, Brett and Chloe.

Return Thanks

Hudson - Bill. The family of the late Bill wish to thank all for their cards, flowers, phone calls at the loss of our brother. Please accept this as our personal thanks.

Jean, Lorna and Avon and families.

Thank you

Steven and Tammy Smith wish to thank Father Bart, the congregation of the Anglican Christ Church, Balaklava, family and friends for celebrating the Baptism of Makayla Marie and Tyler James Smith on Sun January 20, 2013.

Coming Events

Hamley Bridge Community Association

SPECIAL AGM TUESDAY FEBRUARY 26

7.30pm at CFS Office, Light St, Hamley Bridge

Balaklava Golf Club

LADIES GENERAL MEETING TUESDAY FEBRUARY 5 10am at the clubhouse

All Welcome

BALAKLAVA LUTHERAN YOUTH

PAPER DRIVE FRIDAY FEB 1 2pm - Blyth

SATURDAY FEB 2

AUSTRALIA DAY SUNDAY SERVICE

Sunday January 27 9am at Balaklava Lutheran Church Harris street, Balaklava

Followed by an Aussie morning tea

For more info contact Jim Bryan 8862 1031

MALLALA NETBALL CLUB

REGISTRATIONS

Senior: Registration & training Tuesday February 5, 6.30pm Junior: Registration Wednesday February 13, 4.30pm

GENERAL MEETING - Thursday February 21 6.30pm at Mallala Netball Courts Interested coaches & new players contact Brooke Griffiths 0427 768 016

Lower North & Yorke Peninsula STARCLUB Sport & Recreation Clubs & Associations Lower North & Adelaide Plains

Child Safe Officer Training

8.30am - Balaklava, Owen, Mallala & Pt Wakefield

MONDAY FEBRUARY 25

• Neat tied bundles but magazines & flyers separate if possible • No cardboard • Loading at Agfert Shed

Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) Training

THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUING SUPPORT

Wakefield Coucil, Balaklava 6pm - 9pm

MONDAY MARCH 25 Wallaroo Town Hall 6pm - 9pm

• $10 subsidised cost for Good Sports* Clubs • $40 for all other individuals (* Registration is free - goodsports.com.au)

RSVP Essential for ALL COURSES 0427 081 144 kwhitaker@wakefieldrc.sa.gov.au

Born in the 70s • Schooled in the 80s • Graduated into the 90s Now it’s been 20 years since school Let’s wind back the clock at the

Balaklava High School

Class of ’92 Reunion Dinner Saturday February 9, 2012 5pm til late at the Royal Hotel, Balaklava

9 Edith Terrace

Balaklava (08) 8862 1607

Pre Dinner drinks from 5pm Catch up with some old friends, share some memories and have a night out

CELEBRATE TODAY LIVE IT AGAIN TOMORROW Australia Day isn’t just about celebrating our beautiful beaches and wide-open spaces.

It’s not just about celebrating our rich diversity of cultures, or the fact we take our sport more seriously than we take ourselves. And we’re not just celebrating because we have a day off to share with our family and friends. Wherever our personal stories begin, we’re celebrating on January 26, because tomorrow we get to live it all over again.

To find out about celebrations near you, visit AUSTRALIADAY.ORG.AU

Contact Andrew Manuel 0407 715 593 or Jenny Young (nee Baker) 0448 880 295 to RSVP or details. Partners and kids are welcome

★Blyth

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15 Moore Street, Blyth SA (opp. Medika Gallery)

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• Your Sister’s Sister (M) ★ ★ ★ Drama, Emily Blunt - Fri Jan 25, 8pm • Beasts Of The Southern Wild (M) ★ ★ ★ ★ Drama re Mississipi Flood, 3 Academy Award nominations - Sat Jan 26, 8pm - Fri Feb 1, 8pm • Hotel Transylvania (PG) ★ ★ ★ stars Tickets $5 - Thurs Jan 24, 10.30am • Looper (MA15+) ★ ★ ★ ★ Sci-Fi Drama, Bruce Willis - Sat Feb 2, 8pm - Fri Feb 8, 8pm Tickets: • Concession/Student $8 • Adults $10 • Child $5 • Family tickets $25 (2 + 2) extra child $2.50

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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ters affecting the advertised properties For sale by registration of interest closing in this publication inspected the Friday February 8,may 2013,be at 5pm (Unless at sold prior) agent's office three business days prior LANDMARK HARCOURTS to auction or at the place of auction 30 Gawler 8522 4443 before sale.

Steve Reddenminutes 0408 836 914 www.landmarkharcourts.com.au

on an ADVERTISED mattressRLA 62833 CLEARING

and pulls offSALE ADVERTISED pyjamas

bathes inHOYLETON an ADVERTISED shower Friday February 8

Under instructions from Dean Williams whose property has been sold.

brushes his teeth with PLANT, MACHINERY, ADVERTISED toothpaste EFFECTS SUNDRIES & HOUSEHOLD

We are seeking

John Deere 5525 tractor, approx 1,500hours, Spare Parts Interpreter with F.E loader, reg mvp 283, Inter 1.6 18 Disc washes withInter ADVERTISED soapwith small plough, 511 6 row combine & Junior Spare seeds box & cover harrows, Shearer 21 tyne level lift scarifier, Newbold 11 sect harrows, Parts Assistant 1x 420b Sharman field bin, 1x Sharman winch

To succeed in this role you will need a focus on customer service, the ability to work as a team, and the desire to achieve.

A detailed job description is available on request. Please address your written application to : Roger Vater AW Vater & Co., Marrabel Road SA 5413 Email : roger.vater@vater.com.au

putshitch, on ADVERTISED 2x 300 b Sherwellclothes field bins, 1x

300b Atlus field bin, 1x 270b Nelson field bin, 1x90 b Silo, 1x 480b silo, 1x 13’ Loxton slasher, 1x Vennings 13’ Pencil auger w/- 1 hp motor, 1x Vennings 16’ Pencil auger w/- 1.5hp motor, Riceter Grain Moisture Meter, New Holland 3pt link super spreader, 800ltr fire fighting tank w/- onga pump, 1x 1250 ltr fire fighting tank on trailer, 1x 600ltr Team Poly Diesel tank w/- elec motor, 2x 1,000ltr fuel tanks, 1x 1,100 ltr O/H fuel tank, 50ltr Hardi spot sprayer, 40’ boomspray, MF 3pt link mower, 3pt link Hay forks, Suzuki DRZ 125l motor bike, 12x16 truck tarp, Pata bulk S&S spares, set fire harrows, 8’x5’ Modern Tandem trailer w/- elec brakes & stock crate reg yba 825, 2,000lb Truck lift winch, lupin feeder, Belt pulley to suit chamb tract, 1 ton endless chain, hydr pipe bender, air compressor,Stihl MS 210 chainsaw, 2 x Lister Hanpieces, wool table, lamb marking cradle, 36 lgth endless sheep troughing, 6 cast iron pig troughs, leather bull halter, various amounts of elec fence supplies, wooden posts & steel droppers,shearing & animal health requisites, bags of stock salt, lime &molasses, 29 rolls barley & vetch hay, 3 sq wheaten hay ( all new season).

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Real Estate

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Chiropractor Dr Daryl R Brown Consulting Fridays 9am to 1pm at Balaklava Ambulance Station

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AND THEN REFUSES TO ADVERTISE BELIEVING IT DOESN’T PAY

Later, if business is poor he ADVERTISES it for sale!

WHY IS IT SO??

A/C River Valley Trading Trust: Proline PTO Macdon 3000 25’ Windrower, Mid North 21’ SlasherTerms;

DARREN 0419 842 228

LOWER LIGHT 24/7

drives in an ADVERTISED car

Household Effects: Dbl bedroom suite w/- 2 wardrobes & dressing table, 2 single beds, Panasonic Quintrex TV, GEC Chest Freezer, 3 Rocking Recliners, 2 wardrobes, Extn kitchen table w/- 6 chairs, Laminex kitchen table w/- 5 chairs & kitchen sundries.

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Lot 260 Schlodder Road

Grants Under Instructions From The Glass & Glazing District Council Of Mallala

Transportable home (149m²) on a Grant2.023 McDonaldhectare allotment.

Auction Mob. 0409 248 234Sat Feb 16 at 12.00pm Fax. Web (08) 8523ID 3227 SPD2664 mcdonaldsclan@bigpond.com Playford RLA 236673 Gerry Savage 0408 848 708

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.

RLA 65389

Comencing at 11am. shaves withSituated an ADVERTISED razor 2km south of Hoyleton

Phone :(08) 8847 5000 Fax : (08) 8847 4068

PUBLIC NOTICE SECTION 7

under an ADVERTISED blanket

Phone: 8842 2001 A/h: 8844 5041 Toll Free: 1300 856 263 Mobile 0418 859 195

Situations Vacant

A genuine opportunity for farm build up. Information, memorandum and registration forms available from the sole agent.

Inspection strictly by appointment with the sole agent The vendor's statement relating to mat-

sredden@adelaide.on.net

FREE NO OBLIGATION QUOTES

Main North Road, Clare

The vendor's statement relating to matters affecting the advertised properties in this PINERYmay be inspected at the agent's publication Broad Acre Land 226.11 HAto(558.72 AC)or offiQuality ce three business days prior auction at the place of auction 30 minutes before sale.

advertised properties in this publication may be inspected at the agent's office three business days 1997prior to auction or at the place of auction 30 minutes before sale.

K S Keller & Co: Inter 511 Combine 28 row w/- trash floats.

A/C Shurgal Enterprises: case 8540 4x4x8 Lge Sq Baler.

• Further entries invited • Cash on day of sale • Number system to apply • Photo identification to apply • Light Luncheon available

Vendor: Dean Williams- 0427 633 054 Elders Clare: 8842 1100

WHY IS IT? A man wakes up after sleeping under an ADVERTISED blanket on an ADVERTISED mattress and pulls off ADVERTISED pyjamas bathes in an ADVERTISED shower shaves with an ADVERTISED razor brushes his teeth with ADVERTISED toothpaste washes with ADVERTISED soap puts on ADVERTISED clothes drinks a cup of ADVERTISED coffee drives in an ADVERTISED car AND THEN REFUSES TO ADVERTISE BELIEVING IT DOESN’T PAY Later, if business is poor he ADVERTISES it for sale!

WHY IS IT SO??

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Home Delivery Get your copy of the Plains Producer home delivered in Balaklava every Tuesday evening

Balaklava Newsagency Phone today on 8862 1725

Hamley gives Wakey a scare Port Wakefield’s Division One side walked away with the match points against a gallant Hamley Bridge side with only one rink up.

J. Bubner (HB) secured an 8 shot win over W. McPharlin (PW) while Donohue (HB) had a narrow two shot win over Murphy (PW).

With one end of the G. McPharlin (PW) – Fritz (HB) match still to play, G. McPharlin was 10 shots up over Fritz; the overall scores were tied.

Whichever of the two skippers won that final end would earn their

REPORT: John Glistak side the match points.

As the last bowl was sent down on that end, G. McPharlin’s rink emerged 3 shots up – the final winning margin in Port Wakefield’s favour.

Thus, for the second time this season, Hamley Bridge has troubled Port Wakefield on Port Wakefield’s home green gaining one win and one narrow loss.

IT WAS THIS CLOSE: Paul Fritz chats with his Hamley Bridge teammate during Saturday’s close Division One match at Port Wakefield, in which the home side took the points.

Stallions on parade at Mallala Equestrian Centre

JOINT winners of the Best Presented Stallion were Tarlea Bound For Glory pictured above with Michelle Wiltshire of Kalina Park Stud, and Scolinda Macka Dreams, below with Anthea Starr of Oakwood Stud.

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STRIKING stallions from across the state were on show at the Mallala Equestrian Centre on Saturday evening, during SA’s first Stallion Parade in over 20 years.

The event, hosted by Dilutes Australia SA Branch, attracted 11 stallions of all sizes and colours, along with over 100 spectators who were served a gourmet barbecue. Door prizes and a raffle were also drawn throughout the evening.

The stallions were paraded for five minutes each, with demonstrations from SA Barrel Racing in between parades.

Best Presented Stallion, chosen by the spectators, was a tie between Tarlea Bound for Glory, Kalina Park Stud – a Grey Purebred Arabian (who is 20 years old and in magnificent condition for his age) – and Scolinda Macka Dreams, Oakwood Park Stud – a palomino Welsh D stallion.

The committee thanks all stallion owners and spectators for making the event such a success, along with the small but busy band of helpers, including the hard-working committee members, and last but not least, Barrel Racing SA for sparing valuable time on Saturday night.

Arrangements are already being made for the next Stallion Parade.

– Branch spokesperson, Robyn Champion

LEFT: Dave Maclean, of Doralmir Park Stud, Hamley Bridge, leads Classic Kite.

RIGHT: Louise Sanders, of Balaklava, parades Shanusti James.

Photos courtesy Winged Horse Productions

Plains Producer, Wednesday January 23, 2013