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The China syndrome: Gilmac out – for now Les Pearson reports:

Feathers fly for the kids

FILLED with feathers, “flappers” and “men in black” Balaklava Town Hall wound back the clock to bring the “roaring 20’s” to town last Saturday night.

The event was a real hit, as hundreds from the local community dolled up for the Balaklava Community Children’s Centre (BCCC) major fundraiser.

There were so many feathers floating about from the many coloured boas, the hall became

a cross between a pillow fight or a chook yard!

It was great fun – and BCCC director, Dale Gathercole, was thrilled with the turnout. n Taylor Fabry (left) was one of a fabulous group of entertainers who stole the show and (above) Bess Marshman, Erin Warnes and Belinda Cay were some of many who followed the fashion theme. n More pictures and report, Pages 2 & 4.

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HAY exporter, Gilmac, will remain out of the Chinese market in the near future, with claims it is currently unsustainable and unviable.

Wi t h c o m p e t i t o r, Balco, notably pressing hard to forge export links with the huge country, which is home to about a fifth of the world’s population, Gilmac general manager, Munro Patchett, right, was comfortable with the company maintaining trade ties with current customers – for now.

Speaking at the Gilmac Growers’ Day in Balaklava last week, Mr Patchett said other hay exporters had been internally subsidising the market in China, given the high Australian dollar was forcing up oaten hay prices for Chinese dairy producers. n Continued Page 6

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Feathered fun raises 14,000 STRONG community support made the Balaklava Community Children’s Centre ‘roaring 20’s” themed major funraiser a wildly successful night.

“It was absolutely fantastic. The support from the community was incredible,” BCCC director, Dale Gathercole said.

Mrs Gathercole said the theme was a hit as well.

“Everyone got dolled up and just looked the part; that really overwhelmed us,” she said.

“I haven’t heard a negative word about the event, everything was just amazing.”

BCCC’s small fundraising committee put the evening together, with the aim of raising money to go towards some new facilities at the centre.

“The core committee had a vision it had been working on since October last year and just ran with it,” Mrs Gathercole said.

She was overjoyed with the generosity of the community on the night, with $4800 coming from the auction alone.

“To get that from 13 items was breath-taking,” Mrs Gathercole added.

ABOVE: Singers (from left) Taylor Fabry, Sally Wilson, Vanessa Barry and Ciara Guy soak up the applause.

The silent auction and Al Capone’s vault were also well-supported on the night, helping bring the total funds raised to $14,000.

“We didn’t do overly well with last year’s major fundraiser and as a not-for-profit organisation, a critical part for us is being able to do repairs,

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She hoped the money would be enough for the centre to purchase new baby swings, replacing the current swings with “something a bit more interactive and exciting”.

Mrs Gathercole said there were a number of helpers who made the evening a wonderful success.

“We really appreciate the support of the local ambulance volunteers, who worked the bar with Sharon Hill,” she said. “(Former Australian cricketer) Wayne Phillips was an excellent MC - he kept the night going.”

“I also have to mention the generosity of Di Spence and the performers who did a beautiful job.”

The performers on the night included Ciara Guy, Taylor Fabry, Vanessa Barry, Sally Wilson and James Abberley.

Mrs Gathercole said a lot of people made use of the photo booth, provided by Plains Producer photographer, Lisa Redpath.

Even though the event was a resounding winner with the community, there are thoughts of making it a biennial event only at this stage.

“The fundraising committee could possibly consider doing another one next year as it was such a good night but it was a lot of work for such a small group of people,” Mrs Gathercole said.

“Making it a biennial thing would be reasonable and we will still be looking to do some sort of function next year.”

LEFT: Event organisers (clockwise from front, left) Cathy McArdle, Janice Smith, Kelly Leach, Abbie Tiller, Sandy Hodgetts, Julie Griffiths, Kerry Williams with former Test cricketer and MC on the night, Wayne Phillips.

Enjoying the night are (from left) Jhing Mojares, Jeanette Tan and Jojei Segura.

Keeping an eye on the bidders during the auction are (from left) Mark van Kleef, Ian Langdon and Murray Smith.

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NEWS v District

The big dry goes on ... and on

n IT’S dry down there! Bazil Solberg, of Hoyleton, shows soil taken from trenches on Michael Tiller’s farm, south east of Balaklava.

The trench, about 600mm deep, is connecting pipes from the water meter to various places around the farm, mainly for stock water.

As can be seen in the a close up of the trench (LEFT), there is little moisture in the soil more than two feet below the surface, which is likely to make growers rethink their planting plans this year. – PICTURES: Louise Michael.

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Dry subsoil could cause high risk crop rethink LOW subsoil moisture levels could play a large role in farmers changing their cropping plans for the upcoming sowing season.

Despite below average rainfall in 2012, the 2012/13 grain harvest still hit a reasonable early season production estimates, thanks largely to stored soil moisture from summer rain.

PIRSA grains account manager, Dave Lewis, said it will be a different story this year.

“Stored soil moisture from 2011/12 summer rains played a large part in boosting the total production figure,” Mr Lewis said.

“However, rainfall for January was below average across the state, in some cases well below average, and so the low levels of current stored soil moisture in many districts could start to impact on higher risk crops, particu-

Les Pearson reports: larly in medium and lower rainfall districts.”

According to the latest PIRSA Crop and Pasture Report, the dry summer has decimated pasture levels.

“Pastures across the district have been exhausted and the stubbles well grazed,” the report observed.

“Producers are supplementary feeding and agisting stock onto other properties, where feed is available.

“There has been a strong demand for hay with all old hay from previous seasons sold out and new season hay almost sold out.

“Large areas of straw have been baled for both local and export markets, but yields

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tonnes,” Mr Lewis added. “This is marginally higher than our January prediction of 6.19 million, and just above the ten-year average of 6.28 million.

“The quality of this year’s crop is outstanding; dry weather during harvest meant no rain damage, which marks a significant improvement on the last couple of years when considerable rain at harvest had a sad impact.”

Total wheat production was just above 3.5 million tonnes, while barley yields were almost 2 million tonnes.

Canola production was considerably above average, at 385 million tonnes.

The grains sector is a significant contributor to the State’s economy, generating about $4.6 billion (33 per cent) to food revenue and representing 21 per cent of SA exports.

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“Millipedes, slaters and earwigs are becoming an increasing problem, particularly in the higher rainfall parts of the district,” the report said.

“An increasing number of growers are changing to disc seeders, varying from zerotill to moderate soil disturbance.”

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Did you know today, March 20, is the first United Nations (UN) International Day of Happiness?

All member states adopted a resolution calling for a greater focus on happiness, and the UN wants people everywhere to ACT - Affirm the pledge to bring more happiness to others; Cheer happy heroes, those who bring happiness to others; and Take part on the day by doing something big or small, to bring happiness to others.

So far, 18,263 people from 130 different countries have pledged to “be happy” – that’s just over a whopping 140 people per country.

Wow, that many.

I might be cynical, but somehow I don’t think this is going to take off.

How about we all try to be happy all (or most) of the time, and put a smile on your dial - as you know a smile confuses a frown!

Smiles and laughing are contagious, so let’s spread them!

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Marvel at top dogs

Mark your diaries for a double dog event, with SA Working Sheepdog Association, in conjunction with SA Yard Dog Association, hosting sheepdog trials at Tarlee on the weekend of April 13 and 14.

You will see skill and patience needed to work three sheep through an obstacle course, and skill and persistence needed to draft and work a flock of sheep through yards and into a truck.

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will we ever see the shark return?

The public library has a treat in store for readers of romance novels.

Best selling Australian rural romance author, Margareta Osborn, is visiting the Two Wells bowling club on Monday, April 15 at 1pm.

Margareta is a fifth generation farmer who has lived and worked on the land all of her life.

She has written novel ”Bella’s Run” and enovella “A Bush Christmas,” and is on a national tour to promote her latest novel, “Hope’s Road.”

This free event includes a complimentary afternoon tea, but bookings are essential by phoning 8520 2100.

Rhynie

Owen It rained in early March 1983.

And it rained some more. (My garden and tanks could do with some of that right now!)

Hellfire Creek at Halbury burst its banks. Railway embankments near Owen and Korunye were washed away. Owen received 80mm, Mallala 58, Halbury 60.

Many locals would remember big floods both here and around the rest of the state, but how many can remember Heaslip’s flooded paddock along the “nine-mile?”

Back in August 1978, as a special birthday present for Wayne

Heaslip – yes, that’s our boy above – the paddock was also flooded.

When locals drove past, various signs and “items” were seen in the “lake”, such as the Loch Ness Monster, a shark fin, naked lady and a yacht.

The local artists remained anonymous, (although one still “Bobs” up every now and then,) and Wayne swears he and his family had nothing to do with any of the designs!

Maybe Wayne and the local ‘artists’ should get out and do a little rain dance for us now? Just a little jig at this stage please.

Calling all helpers

Members of Rhynie Improvement Scheme meet on the first Tuesday of alternate months, with the next on April 2 at 7.30pm in the CFS station.

The group maintains the parking bay, playground, Baker’s Springs site and the Railway station, and seeks volunteers for occasional work around the town and future developments.

Residents are invited to come along and have an input on their community.

• And mark your diaries for “A Taste of Good Things Rhynie Jazz Festival” on April 21 from 11am to 4pm.

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First rehearsal for the June production, “Spotlight on 30 Years,” is on Sunday, March 24 at 2pm at Horizon Christian School’s drama suite.

• To help construct its exhibit for “Come Out 2013,” Balaklava Primary School is looking for donations of either

plastic or wooden packing pallets, and off-cuts of Gutter Guard. And if there’s a handy person out there who could help with the construction, phone the school on 8862 1660.

Port Wakefield “Chooks and Chicks” is meeting at 10am next Wednesday, March 27 at the Uniting Church hall. Everyone wel-

come to come along for a chat and cuppa.

Kapunda Kapunda’s Harness Racing Club recently donated $1200 to Clare St John’s Ambulance for services provided at race meetings and rodeo. St John’s was able to purchase a new stretcher chair to assist with community work.

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Ooops! Last week’s photo of Ian Roberts was actually Don Sommerville. A thousand apologies to both!

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Unlike our previous photos of men with beards in their younger days, here’s one in reverse.

Balaklava’s ZZ top contender, tough guy, and footy ruckman, Hayden Walker, didn’t look quite as tough in his younger days, due mainly to his clean shaven face!

But this big teddy bear still has the same smile!

Heard! a local family had some friends around for a barbecue.

The guests left, and as it was a hot night, the family decided to have a quick swim in their pool.

The kids stripped off and jumped in, and the parents, who have obviously mellowed in their old age, also decided a swim in the “nick” was a good idea.

Imagine their horror when a guest returned to collect his forgotten esky!

Not surprisingly, the parents didn’t offer to help the friend load up his esky, instead staying in the pool with only their red faces kept above water.

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n Although we are not having regular look-alikes this year, we have had a few locals come to our attention!

Here’s an old photo of Balaklava’s Geoff Wiseman, (with now adult son, Kym), actor Zach Galifianakis (left) from “The Hangover” movie, and Beauty and the Geek star, Rich, above.

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Plains Producer manager, Andrew Manuel, is on a weight loss campaign – from flab to fab. His goal is to lose 10 kilograms in 10 weeks.

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“DO I have to do another column this week,” I asked the office in general. “I’ve lost the 10 kilograms, what am I going to write about now?”

Then Les pipes up: “You’re not ‘Fab’ yet – you better keep going! I have to write columns every week Andrew – toughen up princess,” he continued.

“People will miss it if you don’t write anything Andrew,” my mother Margaret added (aw shucks, thanks mum).

“Just make it short and to the point,” Terry said. “But I’ve nothing to say. Dieting can become so boring. I’m sick of getting out of bed in the morning and running around for no reason,” I said.

“Well write that then,” Terry mumbled.

So this week, I could write about me (again), or I could write about a Mallala weight-loss warrior: Bill Roney.

Bill is one of Mallala’s favourite sons. He’s an all-round nice guy and sent us the tennis scores each week for the Lower North Juniors.

He happened to mention to me last week in an email (as I haven’t bumped into Bill for a while now) that he had lost a considerable amount of weight – 19 kilograms to be exact!

Wow-ee. That is brilliant work and it didn’t come easily. He wrote to me explaining he hadn’t done anything too radical to lose the weight, but when he listed the changes he had made to his diet, it did appear as a fair aboutface. It’s amazing what can be achieved when willpower kicks in.

Bill’s change in diet consisted of swapping a few sangas at lunchtime, which might have meat and cheese, for a plate of salad with “just a dribble of some white wine vinegar, olive oil and balsamic vinegar all over it to give a bit of bite and take away the blandness”. *He prefers mayo but is a tough guy now* He has made other changes to his diet and is a fairly active kind of guy anyway and is now enjoying the spoils of his hard work.

Well done Bill. You have inspired me to keep on keeping on.

One important tip passed on to me is the 80/20 rule. Eat the right things 80 per cent of the time…and I think you know what to do with the other 20 per cent. So there are 21 meals a week, do the right thing with 17, and let yourself loose on the last four.

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Armed robbery at Two Wells BP A MAN allegedly armed with a handgun threatened a staff member at the BP service station on Artesian road, Two Wells, before stealing cash at about 6.25am on Thursday.

He fled in a waiting car.

The offender is described as Caucasian, 180cm tall, thin to medium build with black hair, long at the back and possibly a ponytail.

He was wearing grey baseball cap with a white insignia on the front, black mask over his nose, white long sleeve shirt, Everlast tank top, blue

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He wore a ring on the right hand.

The car is described as an early 90’s make white four-door Barina with a grey rear bumper bar and five spoke mag wheels.

There is no description of the driver.

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who may know the offender from the description or the owner of the car to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report online at www. sa.crimestoppers.com.au TWO WELLS • A VEHICLE was stolen when parked on

the Gawler to Two Wells Road, Two Wells, on March 14 • FOUR vehicles were interfered with along Road Train drive, Two Wells, on March 16.

The offenders decamped when a car alarm was activated.

• BETWEEN March 12 and 13, unknown person/s climbed a fence to get into a yard and stole registration plates from a truck on Compound Wells road, Two Wells.

PT WAKEFIELD • A 45-year-old woman from Port Wakefield was arrested for aggravated assault and breach-

ing an intervention order, which occurred on March 15.

• A 35-year-old man from Munno Para was arrested for aggravated serious criminal trespass and aggravated assault on March 15.

It is alleged he entered a residential premises while another person was present and assaulted that man.

He will appear in the Kadina Magistrates Court at a later date.

ROSEWORTHY • ON March 12, a Roseworthy woman was arrested on a warrant by Gawler police.

Fertiliser flows

n Mark Williss, of Spalding, (left) chats with Agfert’s Eddie McArdle while Urea is being loaded at the Balaklava depot.

WITH sowing season just around the corner, farmers are beginning to sort out their fertiliser orders.

AgFert Fertilisers Balaklava sales manager, Derryn Stringer, said the site is extremely busy, with fertiliser

coming into the large storage shed, then outloading steadily as farmers prepared for seeding.

Of the available products on the market, Mr Stringer said Dap Zincote 1 per cent has become very popular

in its first year of release. Mr Stringer said between five to 10 trucks per day are being loaded full of fertiliser at the moment, with that figure set to build up to about 30 to 40 trucks per day in the near future.

Gilmac out of China - for now

•From Page 1 By selling their hay at a reduced rate, it is hoped this will maintain a market in China for when it becomes more sustainable and commercially viable in the future.

“It has created somewhat of a ‘false dawn’ of that market, which was not the strategy we chose to follow,” Mr Patchett said.

Of the emerging export hay markets out there, Mr Patchett believed there was no denying the future potential of China.

“We will be there when it makes sense to do so,” he said.

“It could be between one to two years, or even sooner, if we see a decrease in the Australian dollar.”

The Chinese government is looking to enforce a milk drinking initiative for the country’s school-aged children, involving a daily 200ml serve.

That would require a lot of milk, from a lot of cows, which will need a lot of feed.

Mr Patchett said the average Westerner tended to consume about 20 kilograms of cheese per year, compared to about 90 grams for the Chinese.

“Just imagine the output if they get anywhere near that,” he said.

In saying that, Mr Patchett admitted Gilmac had no current presence in the country and was yet to send a container of product to China.

“We’ll certainly be keeping a close eye on what’s going on,” he said.

The Middle East was also mentioned as a potential emerging market, with most export product heading to horse racing stables as well as cow and camel farms.

However, Mr Patchett suggested with the Middle East having favourable conditions for producing hay locally, the export market could quickly disappear.

Despite a low-quality hay season across the nation, SA being the exception, the export market was in good shape.

“It was pleasing to see the market wants more than what we have to sell, even though the product wasn’t at the top grade,” Mr Patchett said.

Current markets in South Korea, Japan and Taiwan were steady, with high demand for the Gilmac product.

“Our current market share is stable and we expect it to remain stable again this season,” Mr Patchett said.

Some concerns were raised regarding the potential monetary policy changes in Japan, which would force up export prices, although the company aimed to continue aggressively expanding in South Korea.

Taiwan’s milk production demands were also growing, despite the hay export market shrinking by 10,000 tonnes this season.

Mr Patchett said the country consumed 300,000 litres of iced coffee per day, accounting for about 10 per cent of the nation’s milk consumption.

It was a massive figure that drew chuckles of amazement from the crowd.

Mr Patchett said on the back of the lean quality season, there was strong confidence in the export hay market for years to come.

“We aim to give our growers the best return, to give our buyers the best quality product, to keep our own people in jobs with a view for further expansion in the future,” he said.

Plains Producer, Wednesday March 20, 2013

NEWS v District

THE BURNING QUESTION

CFS and farm units get a fire under control at Hoskin’s Corner last week.

Is it a fire – or farming the land?

THE conditional permit burning season has again triggered a series of false alarms for CFS volunteers across the region.

Since March 1, farmers have been able to apply for burning permits through their local council to burn off paddocks in preparation for the upcoming cropping season.

However, passing motorists or nearby residents are reporting resulting fire sightings to the CFS, who are then obligated to attend.

Wakefield Plains CFS group

Les Pearson reports: officer, Phil Duffield, said farmers were often diligent in letting neighbours, police, council and local brigade captains know they will be burning specific paddocks.

He said local CFS crews get a few false alarms during the burning season each year.

“Hopefully we don’t get too many more but there’s always a few when the permit season kicks off.” Mr Duffield said.

“It is very annoying for volunteers. But crews attend because you don’t know if it is out of control or not.

The problem is somewhat exacerbated by emergency calls now going to the centralised 000 service, whereas in previous years, calls were made to the local brigade.

A recent example was a fire at May’s property near Hoskin corner on Wednesday.

CFS crews were called to the

fire, which coincidentally jumped control lines after they arrived, when winds whipped up unexpectedly.

Mr Duffield said the Mays’ fire was a case of “bad luck”, after adhering to all the conditions of their permit and taking the right preventative measures.

“They were well within their permit boundaries,” he said.

The fire was easily controlled soon after.

Speaking on behalf of the fam-

ily, Karla May said: “We have the utmost respect for the CFS crews who attended. They were very professional and we’re lucky to have them.”

The answer to the problem of crews getting called to false alarms is anything but simple, given the CFS has no intention of discouraging people reporting fire sightings.

Mr Duffield said CFS regional representatives were working with metropolitan counterparts to come up with a solution on the matter.

Danger season still with us, warns CFS FARMERS are being urged to familiarise themselves with the fire regulations that are in place during fire danger season, to avoid the accidental ignition of fires.

SA Country Fire Service (CFS) regional commander, John Probert, says there are strict controls on the use of certain machinery and equipment in the open, which will remain in place until the end of the fire danger season.

“Farmers using machinery such as slashers must ensure there is a four metre clearance around the area they are carrying out the work, or they must have a shovel or rake and portable water spray on hand,” Mr Probert said.

On days when a total fire ban has been declared a permit is required to operate some equipment such as grinders or welders outside.

Permits can be obtained from local councils.

“It is critical people working on the land exercise caution when operating machinery and put the appropriate precautions into place, and obtain the necessary permits,” Mr Probert said.

The CFS regional commander said there had been many fires started from machinery being operated during agricultural activity.

“We have seen fires begin from machinery such as slashers, irrigation pumps and harvesters causing sparks, which have then ignited a fire,” Mr Probert said.

“While we accept that some fires are accidental, they can nevertheless have devastating consequences.”

Under legislation, there are strict regulations about the use of engines and exhaust systems during the fire danger season.

“Only exhaust systems which are wellmaintained, leak free and designed to prevent the escape of sparks and contact with flammable material can be used during the fire

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danger season,” Mr Probert said.

“Farms generally have significant amounts of combustible material present, so it is essential to have the correct safeguards in place to prevent a fire starting.”

The Fire Danger Season for Wakefield Regional, Clare and Gilbert Valleys and District Council of Mallala ends on April 30.

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HAMLEY Bridge Football will meet with the Adelaide Club executives Plains Football League board tonight (Wednesday), after ignoring a clear directive from the APFL on Saturday.

The club was instructed not to play recruit, Kirk Heberle, after he was suspended from the game due to being unavailable duties the weekend before. for association Both Heberle and executives at Hamley Bridge believe he did make by arriving at training and himself available getting changed – but was then told by APFL Michael, not to worry about coach, Andy training.

Michael had reportedly strain his hamstring during seen Heberle HAMLEY Bridge player the game against Kirk Heberle.

Balaklava on June 2 and was was less than 100 per cent aware the utility fected is still eligible to win the Plains Producer fit.

Medal. Regardless of the ruling, APFL president, Brad Busch, Heberle ended Bridge was told last Thursday said Hamley up playing the match as directed by his club. that Heberle It was a move “would not be available” for Saturday’s match the APFL board. certain to attract the ire of against Mallala.

“The problem is, they are The sanction is termed as totally out of “made unavailline,” Mr Busch said. able” and not “suspended” , so the player afn CONTINUED PAGE 4

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Students – ‘you won’t feel a thing’ It’s that time of the year again for young teenagers – immunisation time!

From next week, more than 400,000 Australian boys and girls in Years 8 and 9 will have their vaccinations for a number of diseases.

Most children have received their scheduled immunisations since the age of two months, and their next bout will be boosters for chickenpox, Hepatitis B, MMR (measles/mumps/ rubella) and DTPa (combined diptheria, tetanus, pertussis/whooping cough containing an acellular pertussis vaccine.)

The DTPa causes fewer adverse reactions than the older DTP vaccine.

In previous years, only teenage girls received an immunisation for HPV– human papillomavirus, which can cause cancer and disease.

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Health Minister, Tanya Plibersek, said the virus affected four out of five

sexually active people at some point in their lives.

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Since the HPV vaccination program started in 2007, there has been a reduction in HPV related infections in young women, reduced cases of genital warts in males and females, and reductions in pre-cancerous lesions in young women.

Clinical nurses from Wakefield Plains Medical Clinic, Libby Linke (pictured), and Rachel Bubner, have the vaccines ready, and assure students they “won’t feel a thing!”

Students from Horizon Christian School will face the music on March 27, and Balaklava high School students on March 28. Follow up doses will be given in April and August.

• Find out more about the HPV school vaccination program at australia.gov.au/hpv

Tourist attractions win funding TWO local tourism projects were among 65 across Australia being offered $13.1 million in Federal government funding under the Tourism Industry Regional Development Fund (TIRF) Grants Program.

Minister for Tourism, Martin Ferguson, announced the successful applicants from the first round of the program in Canberra this week.

Bungaree Station in Clare successfully applied for $250,000, which will go towards an upgrade of the historic accommodation and venue facilities.

Four self-contained heritage cottages and the shearers’ quarters function centre will be renovated and a commercial kitchen installed.

Discovery Holiday Parks in Clare also received $250,000 towards an upgrade to existing cabin stock with the addition of eight new deluxe four-berth

$500,000 goes to Clare cabins complete with a deck and a second outdoor kitchen.

A cellar door and restaurant development at Seppeltsfield Wines in the Barossa was another recipient.

Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion congratulated the successful applicants from his electorate.

“I am pleased there were three successful applicants from Clare Valley and the Barossa tourism regions in my electorate, being offered a total of $750,000 in funding,” Mr Champion said.

“Funding of between $50,000 and $250,000 on a matched dollar-for-dollar basis will be provided to each successful applicant, delivering a total investment of more than $141 million for the industry.”

More tourism grants Mr Champion also revealed the 2013 round of the T-QUAL Grants—Tourism Quality Projects (TQP) Program is now open.

The T-QUAL program offers tourism-related businesses the chance to apply for grants for innovative and high quality tourism projects.

Mr Champion asked tourism business to develop projects, which will raise the quality and competitiveness of visitor experiences in Australia.

“The innovative programs funded by the Australian government in the previous two rounds of the T-QUAL Grants— TQP Program have generated benefits not only for the successful applicants, but also for their local and regional

economies,” said Mr Champion.

“Applicants must show how their projects will contribute to sustainable economic growth for the industry and the region, and align with industry priorities and strategies.

“They must show how they will create innovative and strategic tourism products, and strongly demonstrate their commitment to quality—joining an accredited program under the T-QUALAccreditation is a great way to do this.”

Funding of between $15,000 to $100,000 is being offered by the program, on a matched dollar-for-dollar principle to encourage additional private sector investment in tourism industry products, services and experiences.

Applications close May 3.

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NEWS v District n cancer council of sa says covering up must start at an early age:

It’s not always fun in the sun Many people think they will never get skin cancer, but odds are, they will. Two out of three Australians will be diagnosed with some form of skin cancer before the age of 70. Anyone can develop it, regardless of skin colour, general health or age.

Being of fair complexion, Balaklava’s Stewart Moulds, 47, has always been diligent when outside, by wearing a hat and sunscreen, but he got a big wake up call in July last year after being diagnosed with an aggressive type of Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC) in his lip.

There are three types of skin cancers, Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC), which is the most common non-melanoma skin cancer, Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC), and Melanoma, the least common but most dangerous form.

“I had had a bit of a split lip for about six months, which never seemed to heal. Then it started to look a

bit like a cold sore so I tried various creams and ointments without success,” he said.

It wasn’t painful, but within a space of three weeks, the little sore grew to about triple the size it had been. Working in Adelaide as a truck driver, made getting to the doctor a bit tricky, but Stewart finally went, and was then referred to a plastic surgeon for further tests.

Louise Michael reports: The surgeon advised it was an SCC and needed to be removed.

The procedure was done the next week and it was very timely, as the tumour had started to track (spread) and wrap itself around the nerves.

“I had a 25mm x 20mm x 15mm wedge cut out of my lip, which included the tumour and some clear tissue around it. The SCC was 5mm thick,” he said.

The tests showed the surgeon had removed all of the SCC, but due to its type, advised Stewart to have radiotherapy.

“We had just booked to go to Bali, but that had to wait while I had treatment at the RAH, Monday to Friday, for four weeks.”

Stewart continued working during this time, with his boss organising only local driving trips to coincide with treatment.

“The first two weeks of radiotherapy was okay, but during the last two, my lip and mouth became very painful, with blisters and ulcers. It was an uncomfortable process too, as I had a mask tied on my face, which was tied to the bed, so I couldn’t move, and I also had a plate inside my mouth.”

“By the end of the treatment, my lip looked like it had been really badly burned,” he said.

The healing process from this took over a month, with creams and mouth washes required to help heal the wound.

Stewart now has visits to the plastic surgeon every three months, and since this operation, has had another skin cancer removed from his hand, but luckily didn’t require radiotherapy for that.

In Australia, about 430,000 cases of BCC and SCC are diagnosed and treated each year.

More than 10,300 cases of melanoma are diagnosed in Australia each year, and while only a small percentage of all skin cancers diagnosed are melanomas, they

In a warning to others, Stewart Moulds explains how a sore on his lip resulted in surgery and cancer treatment

cause the majority of deaths from skin cancer.

The worst part of melanoma is it is the most common cancer in young people aged 12-24 years.

“You have to be vigilant when you’re outside.

“You must wear a hat, and

while we use sunscreen on exposed skin, we need to re-apply it regularly,” said Stewart.

The Moulds family finally had their Bali holiday in January, and while there was no sunbaking for Stewart, they enjoyed every minute of it!

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Given children are at school during times of the day when UV levels reach their peak, they are also encouraged to wear sunscreen and sit and play under shaded areas at recess and lunch times, a protocol also followed by other local schools.

The SunSmart schools program also promotes a healthy balance between sun protection to reduce skin cancer and sun exposure to maintain vitamin D levels.

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But Cancer Council SA (CCSA) wants to ensure this is consistent across all South Australian schools.

The fourth national survey of sun protection in primary schools has revealed students at most schools wear hats and sunscreen, thus reducing UV exposure.

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Clubs need more young footballers As the APFL season fast appraoches, United Football Club president, Kelvin Gameau, is concerned the situation is looking dire for his club to field a senior colts team.

“We’re looking at starting the season with 10 players and Hamley Bridge would be similar in that regard,” Mr Gameau said.

“We have recently had our first main training for the senior colts, so I’m hoping things get better.”

Hamley Bridge Football Club president, Newton Lines, was also hopeful things could turn around in coming weeks.

“I think the situation is diabolical at the moment but you never know ‘until the fat lady sings’,” he said.

The club has appointed Liam Pratt as coach of the senior colts this year but with only a handful of players on board at the moment, it isn’t looking good for the Bombers.

With as many as eight players going up into the senior grades from last year’s colts team and only one coming up from junior colts, Mr Lines said the exodus had really hit the club hard.

While their respective situations are more daunting than others, both the Bombers and Tigers are no orphans in their plight for more colts numbers.

Virginia Football Club president, Michael Vigor, said if the season started this weekend, there was no way the Rams would get a senior colts team on the field.

“At this stage we are also struggling and I can’t give numbers yet with certainty as some promised turn-ups are yet to front,” Mr Vigor said.

“We are hopeful of filling our list but if we were to play tomorrow, not a hope.

“I think come closer to the first match we might get there as we always seem to be very slow to get the players out.”

Usually flushed with junior numbers, Balaklava Football Club is also looking at a leaner season, according to president, Peter Allen.

“There haven’t been many at training yet,” Mr Allen said.

“There have been about 12, so we’re not as full as we have been.

“We’re not sure what has happened or

Les Pearson reports: what the answer is. In saying that, numbers are light but we should still fill a side.”

Two Wells Football Club president, Francis Pellizari, confirmed the club should also fill a team but the squad is certainly depleted on previous seasons.

With Trinity College in Gawler enforcing a strict rule forcing its students to play school football, clubs such as Two Wells and Mallala tend to lose a handful of players to the school each year as well.

At Hummocks-Watchman Eagles, club president Tim Moulds said at very best, there were about 15 senior colts at training so far this year.

The club has previously had to play several junior colts up in the senior grade.

As to where the young lads are going, Mr Lines suggested potential players may be taking on Saturday employment in place of playing sport.

Both Hamley Bridge and United have approached clubs in the neighbouring Barossa Light and Gawler Football League (BLGFL) regarding taking on surplus junior players and giving them a regular game of football.

Mr Gameau and Mr Lines had similar negative responses from the BLGFL, reluctant to let any player have a game elsewhere, fringe or not.

They put out an open invitation for senior colt-aged players of any standard to come and have a regular game of football at their respective clubs.

The Bombers and Tigers have previously taken part in sharing players on the respective club byes to help each other out, which worked well according to both parties.

“We could combine United and Hamley Bridge colts and play alternative home games each week but we really want to try to get the senior colts competition going again before that happens,” Mr Lines said.

“This problem is not just Hamley Bridge’s or United’s. It affects the whole competition,” Mr Gameau said.

“It is in everyone’s interests to keep the league viable in the long term.”

Tavia Rankin accepts the VIP Home Services small business achievement award from VIP’s CEO, Paul Robinson.

Tavia’s ‘young achiever’ award LOCHIEL’S local publican, Tavia Rankin, won the prestigious VIP Home Services Small Business Achievement Award at the 2013 Channel 9 Young Achiever Awards on Saturday night.

Tavia won the award from a strong field of nominees and was one of 10 category winners announced at the special function at the Hilton Adelaide.

VIP Home Services CEO, Paul Robinson, presented her with the award.

Premier, Jay Weatherill, was among 430 guests at the gala event.

Tavia has several qualifications, including certificates in Occupational Health and Safety, Frontline Management and Financial Planning.

She worked for eight years in the mining and transport industries before moving to Lochiel to own and operate the Lochiel Hotel.

Tavia is a sole trader and last year made significant improvements to the bottle shop and transformed the beer garden into an alfresco area.

Tavia recently raised $1000 for the Leukaemia Foundation by holding a bingo afternoon and a dinner, and comedy show night.

She is currently fundraising to resurface the Lochiel Tennis Courts.

Tavia said she was both “honoured and humbled” to be recognised amongst such a large group of talented young South Australians.

As a semi finalist last year, her hard work certainly helped her go one step further.

“It has been hard work but I like staying busy and things have been tough in business in recent times,” Tavia said.

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NEWS v District

Dylan’s lucky escape from snake bite Louise Michael reports:

DYLAN Pfeiffer has recovered from snake bite and, right, with leg fully banadged,enjoys a hamburger in hospital as his condition is monitored.

Patch used one of his nine lives Joan Anderson, of Hoskins Corner, lost her power supply a couple of weeks ago and almost lost her cat, Patch, on the same night!

“I couldn’t find him, and it was getting dark. I looked over the back fence, and saw him lying there, totally covered in prickles,”Joan said. Joan carried the cat inside, and noticed his back legs were a bit paralysed.

“I tried to ring the vet, but as it was after regular hours, I couldn’t find one open and not too far away.

Then my phone went flat, and as it was dark inside the house, being without power, I was starting to stress the cat wasn’t going to make it,” she said.

Hoping someone would be around to help, Joan drove down the driveway, only to come across two linesmen from ETSA Clare, Wayne Allen and Bronte Heinrich, who were checking powerlines to restore the power.

“I explained my situation to them and they were very helpful.

They had the number of a 24 hour vet, and rang them for me,” said Joan. After a mercy dash to Clare, and four days of medical treatment and TLC, Patch was saved and returned home.

“The help we received at Clare Valley Veterinary Services was fantastic,” Joan said.

The vet thought Patch had been bitten in the paddock and had then dragged himself through the prickles trying to get back to the house.

“I can’t thank the linesmen enough, as without their help, Patch would have died.”

“You just have to be careful, as the vet said, there have been lots of snake bites this year,” said Joan.

Luckily for Patch, cats have nine lives! n WARNING SIGNS: Early snake bite signs in cats in decreasing frequency are: Enlarged pupils, depression, muscle weakness, rapid breathing, vomiting. Dogs may show sudden weakness, followed by collapse, with paralysis (hind legs affected first).

The worst of our hot weather may have gone, but residents are being warned to keep an eye out for those dangerous slithering reptiles, snakes, after two recent snake bites.

Two weeks ago, Dylan Pfeiffer, of Balaklava, was at work at AMG at Bowmans, and was sitting on a stack of packing bags.

“As I got up, I felt something on the back of my leg. I thought I’d been bitten by a spider,” said Dylan.

He didn’t see a snake so wasn’t too concerned at that time. There had been sightings of snakes at the site in recent weeks, and after recent rains, some had come in from neighbouring paddocks for shelter.

A short time later, Dylan was in the work office when he started feeling unwell, and his supervisor, Hayden Battle, was called in.

He noticed the two puncture marks on the back of Dylan’s leg. Straight to hospital he went, and was taken by ambulance to Lyell McEwin Hospital, where he underwent blood tests to determine if he had really been bitten by a snake.

“I was put on oxygen, and the nurses marked the (now) red bite location to see if the red mark would spread.”

Dylan’s blood tests were inconclusive, but doctors were confident he had been bitten by a brown snake.

“They said I’d received a dry bite, which means the snake bit me through either the packing bags or my shorts,” Dylan said. “I was very lucky not to have received the whole lot of venom.”

After spending the night in hospital, Dylan returned home to recuperate, and has since returned to work – albeit a bit more wary of the packing bag stack!

• In October last year, Chelsea Binns of Mallala, survived a snake bite.

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“Organisations in Wakefield can use the funding to buy muchneeded small equipment items, such as computers or first-aid kits.

“They can also be used to contribute to volunteers’ fuel costs, including transport costs for people with disability who are unable to drive, and help fund volunteers’ training courses and background checks.

“Last year, these grants helped 37 community organisations in Wakefield, with a total value of more than $100,000 to the community.

Minister for Community Services, Julie Collins, said last year’s grants assisted 4,800 community organisations, which helped more

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than 166,000 of their volunteers.

“With this new $16 million investment, the Australian government is continuing its commitment to support the valuable work of community organisations and their volunteers,” Ms Collins said.

“Volunteers are an integral part of our culture, heritage and daily life – more than six million Australians volunteer each year.

“This is just one way the Australian government can thank our selfless volunteers and organisations for their enormous contribution to our community,” Ms Collins said.

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VOLUNTEER GRANTS 2013 INVITATION TO APPLY FOR FUNDING The Australian Government’s Volunteer Grants initiative recognises the valuable work of volunteers. Volunteer Grants 2013 is part of the Government’s ongoing commitment to supporting volunteers, assisting disadvantaged communities and encouraging social inclusion to assist vulnerable people within our society.

The Volunteer Grants 2013 Application Form and Application Guidelines are available at www.fahcsia.gov.au or by telephoning the Volunteer Grants 2013 Hotline on 1800 183 374. A TTY service is available for persons who have a hearing or speech impairment on 1800 555 677.

Applications close on Wednesday 24 April 2013 at 5pm AEST.

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Community organisations in Wakefield can now apply for Federal government grants worth up to $5,000 to support their volunteers.

Federal Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion, encouraged not-for- profit organisations in Wakefield to apply for the grants worth between $1,000 and $5,000.

“The Australian government is providing $16 million this year for volunteer grants around the country and community organisations in Wakefield should make sure they lodge applications for a share,” Nick Champion said.

“The grants are that little bit of extra support for organisations and their volunteers to continue

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NEWSv District

Karla’s_Korner Karla May is wife to local farmer Simon and mum to Lucy and Ben. This week, managing allergies.

Avoiding the meltdown

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he idea one small peanut could kill a child is terrifying to me. I imagine if I were a parent of a child with serious food allergies I’d be a ball of nerves constantly shouting, ‘don’t feed my child!’

I can’t recall having more than one child in any of my classes at school who suffered from a food allergy. Today, it’s common enough that every parent should be aware of the need to monitor what goes in to lunch boxes, and most teach their children there can be no swapping of food. Peanut butter has become a ‘home only’ food, and kids accept that.

We’re preparing for Miss 7’s birthday party, and quite by chance, none of the children have allergies.

Given this, there are not four types of milk in the fridge or two types of bread on the bench.

We have a plentiful supply of chocolate, eggs, fish, strawberries, kiwi fruit and products containing gluten. The last children’s party I tried to arrange left me wondering how I could possibly fit slices of watermelon into loot bags because I simply couldn’t find party food which satisfied all of my safety concerns.

Four children on the guest list suffered food allergies of differing severities, and not being as clever about managing allergies as their parents, I almost had a meltdown. None of the parents had mentioned grapes as being of concern, so I was pretty sure some of the Clare Valley’s finest might be needed for me should the event go ahead.

Given this, when our son’s first birthday party had to be cancelled due to a series of unfortunate and unrelated events, my catering abilities remained (thankfully) unchallenged. Luckily then, no embarrassingly soggy bags of squashed fruit went home to the much more imaginative parents who find ways to make their kid’s diets fun and safe.

This year, with much respect to the families who deal with food allergies every day, good old fashioned chocolate frogs will gladly be tossed into loot bags and my only worry could be sending children home high on too much sugar!

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The Miniature Schnauzer originated as a farm dog in Germany in the 19th century. Miniature Schnauzers were first recorded as a breed in 1888. Playful and spirited, friendly and intelligent, Miniature Schnauzers make excellent watchdogs.

The Miniature Dachshund is thought to have been bred in Germany in the 18th century to hunt burrowdwelling animals. Long-bodied, with big front paws, dachshunds are loyal and obstinate.

The Pug originated as a lap dog in the royal courts of ancient China and was imported to Europe in the 16th century. Pugs tend to be quiet are good family pets. Pugs have been popular with royalty: in the 19th century Queen Victoria of England owned many pugs, which she bred herself.

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Lochiel’s clean up crew MEMBERS of the Lochiel community participated in the “Clean Up Australia day” with the event held on Sunday. A group of 18 people cleaned along Highway One and throughout the entire township, with an 8x5 trailer full of rubbish being collected and disposed of to the local transfer station. In appreciation, Lochiel Progress association offered a barbecue lunch and soft drinks for all who took part. Pictured (from left) rear: Cathy Nicholls, Tait Nottle, Christopher Nottle, Dawn Nottle, Jack Hoepner, Jessica Hoepner, Barry Nottle, John Nicholls, Mark Hoepner. Front Chloe Hoepner, Boof Kerley, Wendy Kerley, Rhett Mathews, Keely Mathews (not pictured: Janne Hoepner, Amy Nottle and Joel Nottle).

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Local Weather day forecast – Balaklava

Adelaide Plains, Clare & Gilbert Valleys:

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Friday: Isolated showers north of Woomera to Broken Hill with possible thunder near the northern border areas. Isolated showers developing about southern coasts during the day. Moderate northwest to southwest wind in the south, freshening about the coasts. Wind moderate south southeasterly in the north. Hot in the north, otherwise cool to mild.

Outlook: Isolated showers north of Woomera to Broken Hill, contracting to the northern border area on Sunday and Monday. Isolated showers over the southern agricultural area on Saturday, then contracting to southern coasts on Sunday and Monday. Moderate to fresh northwest to southwest wind, becoming moderate southwest to southeasterly on on Sunday. Warm to hot in the north, cool to mild in the south.

MID NORTH DISTRICT FORECAST Wednesday: Mostly sunny. Wind northeasterly 15 to 25 km/h turning north to northwesterly 25 to 35 km/h in the afternoon.

WARNINGS Information at www.bom.gov.au/weather or 1300 659 215 (Local call cost) STATE Wednesday: Isolated showers developing over western districts, extending over southern coasts and the South East district in the late afternoon or evening. Possible thunderstorms developing over the West Coast and Lower Eyre Peninsula. Hot, grading to very hot in the far northwest, with freshening northerly wind, ahead of a milder southwest to southerly wind change in the west, extending eastwards to reach a line near Kingscote to Coober Pedy late evening.

Thursday: Isolated showers over the agricultural areas, contracting to the Southeast districts during the day. Possible early morning thunder about southern coasts. Possible showers south of about Broken Hill to Coober Pedy. Possible afternoon storms in the far northwest. Mild to warm, grading to hot in the far north. Moderate to fresh southwest to southeasterly wind extending throughout.

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Friday: Mostly sunny. Light wind becoming northwesterly 15 to 25 km/h during the day then tending westerly during the afternoon.

YORKE PENINSULA DISTRICT FORECAST Wednesday: Sunny morning. The chance of isolated showers in the south late in the evening. Wind northeasterly 15 to 25 km/h shifting west to northwesterly 30 to 40 km/h during the day.

Thursday: Partly cloudy. Isolated showers until late afternoon. The chance of thunderstorms early in the morning. Wind westerly 25 to 35 km/h turning southwesterly 15 to 25 km/h during the day.

GULF ST VINCENT Wednesday: Winds: Northeasterly 10 to 15 knots turning northerly 15 to 20 knots during the morning and northwest to westerly 20 to 25 knots during the evening. Seas: Below 1 metre increasing to 1 to 1.5 metres around dawn then increasing to 1.5 to 2 metres later in the evening. Swell: Below 0.5 metres.

Thursday: Winds: West to northwesterly 20 to 25 knots tending west to southwesterly 15 to 20 knots during the morning. Seas: 1.5 to 2.5 metres. Swell: Southwesterly 0.5 metres increasing to 1 metre from midday. Weather: The chance of thunderstorms early in the morning.

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three qualities,” he said.

“The market needs all three grades top, middle and low and we need to try to supply that.” With limited subsoil moisture available following a dry summer, some growers may be altering their cereal cropping plans but Mr Heaslip believed oaten hay crop plans should be unaffected.

“I think the dry summer is good because you don’t have to do too much about weed kill,” he said.

“What they really want is a really good opening rain near ANZAC Day, especially for the earlier hay growing areas, they would love it. The dry now doesn’t really affect us.”

Mr Heaslip felt if growers hadn’t decided on their hay cropping intentions yet, it wouldn’t be long before they did.

“They would probably be very close to having decided now and we will visit growers in early April about contracting,” he said.

“The only change to that would be a late opening where they might drop in hay paddocks in place of other things like canola. So if it’s a late start, we may increase our hectares.”

While there were previously intentions of building a second press for the Balaklava site, the company has since revised this decision, assembling a portable press.

Mr Patchett said the portable press could be operational in Western Australia on a Monday, for example, before being taken apart, loaded onto four trucks, transported to South Australia, and be pressing hay by Monday the following week.

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BOUT 100 farmers from various districts in the state attended the Gilmac Growers Day at Balaklava last week.

Gilmac’s Balaklava site manager, Mark Heaslip, was thrilled with the turnout at the annual event.

“This is the first one we’ve had on site because it has been a bit more difficult to organise but we’re very happy how it has come off,” he said.

“It’s a great opportunity to show off the new sheds and asphalt area - all the upgrades.”

The upgrades increased storage on site from 25,000 tonnes to 40,000 tonnes.

This means more hay is required to fill the boosted storage space.

“We’re aiming for a 30 per cent increase in cropping and to double our tonnage from last year,” Mr Heaslip said.

Gilmac general manager, Munro Patchett, announced the company’s minimum prices for the coming season at the event.

These ranged from $100 a tonne for the lowest quality to $180 a tonne for top grade, top-up payments and shedding are paid on top of these prices.

Mr Heaslip believed the early release of the guaranteed minimum prices provided growers with some stability when deciding on their hay crop input.

“I think so, because the bottom line is everything and people need to know where we are going,” he said.

Season 2012 pricing, after top-up payments, ranged from $180 to $240 a tonne, shedding is in addition to these prices.

While South Australia had a hay crop of outstanding quality in the 2012 season, Mr Heaslip said there was plenty of room for all grades.

“This year was all high grade, although we would like an average of all

A LINE UP of new model utes on the market attracted plenty of attention from growers at the Gilmac Growers Day. Vehicles from McCracken Ford, Lyndoch Motors, Gunning’s Nissan, Mid North Motors and Clare Valley Toyota lined the display.

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Mazda BT50, Holden Colorado, Volkswagen Amarok, Mitsubishi Triton and the huge Chevrolet Performax International.

Dealers were able to test drive vehicles on a four-wheeled-drive course built on the Gilmac site.

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n Brett Freebairn (left) and Brayden Harkness on their way to check out the line-up of new utes on display at Gilmac

n DISCUSSING the season ahead are (from left) Gilmac operations manager, Ben Adams, Gilmac general manager, Munro Patchett and Balaklava site manager, Mark Heaslip.

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s we come into the new cropping year, many growers are looking back at the harvest just gone and speculating on why Durum protein levels were hard to manage.

“Last year, there were two issues which affected nitrogen and made it hard for growers to crack DR1”, said Elders Durum agronomist, Michael Brougham.

“The first, which is most likely, was simply the fact growers found it hard to get a suitable window for urea application – there was just not the rain we needed to make confident urea decisions,” Michael said.

“Second, for those who did apply late season urea, it was either too late to influence protein effectively or negatively impacted on grain quality required for DR1 protein.

Slipping from DR1 down to DR2 meant growers received a price cliff face of $20 - $30 per tonne.

“Such a slip is risky for a grains business and can almost turn crops into an unprofitable exercise,” Michael said.

SA Durum Grower of the Year and Mallala grower, Richard Konzag, said: “We try to target a 13 per cent protein DR1 with our production.

“The challenge with this target is balancing high protein with higher screenings risk in years where the season turns off, such as last year”.

“Some years ago, the industry enjoyed a far fairer approach to the management of severe penalties of dropping from one grade to another.

“I can accept dropping a dollar or two if my protein falls by 0.1per cent, but a cliff-face of $20-30 can shift the crop from profitable to unprofitable.

Following feedback from many concerned Durum growers, the Australian Grain Growers Co-operative (AGG Co-op) developed a new zero cost Durum crop protection package, which combines popular area-based

contracts with removal of sharp protein cliff faces between Durum grades.

“I am supportive of this new package as it means I will not have to push the crop so hard to try to sneak over 13 per cent protein which in 2012/13 also pushed my screenings over 5 per cent,” said Richard.

An indirect benefit could also be gained across other quality risks.

“Under this arrangement, growers commit an area to the program. There is no commitment on tonnage” said Steve Mellington, CEO of AGG Co-op.

“The only obligation a grower holds is to deliver the tonnage produced from the area under contract,” he said.

AGG Co-op operations manager, Edward Cay, advised the annual release of Durum area-based contracts occurred well before seeding so growers could finalise decisions on paddock plans.

“For niche crops such as Durum, growers have made it clear to AGG Co-op that price signals are required early in the season” he said.

During 2012/13, the world Durum crop was reasonably static at around 35 million tonnes.

A large crop in North America offset lower production in the EU, Morocco and the Black Sea region. Global trade is expected to fall slightly to around seven million tonnes across 2013 due to lower demand from North Africa.

While growers are now invited to participate in the 2013/14 offering, growers needed to be clear it was a limited offering.

“In the first instance, we will provide this offering exclusively to members of AGG Co-op, any additional tonnage will be available on a first in, first served basis,” Edward said. n Growers looking to discuss the 2013/14 area based Durum program with sliding scale protein increments can call the AGG Co-op Adelaide office on 1300 943 244.

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RICHARD KONZAG:

This is not just great recognition for my own farming efforts, but also encourages and recognises the efforts of all local farmers who are committed to producing quality Durum.

Growers in South Australia will be among the beneficiaries of a suite of new products, crop varieties and farm practices set to emerge from the grains industry’s research, development and extension (RD&E) pipeline.

Current investments by the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC), on behalf of growers and the Australian government, are expected to produce an array of tools, resources and support mechanisms to enhance

Richard is our SA Durum ‘Grower of the Year’ Mallala-based grain farmer Richard Konzag has been announced as the SA Durum Grower of the Year for 2013.

Chief marketing officer at San Remo, Michael Neale, said San Remo was proud to support an award that recognised the contribution of farmers who grow and produce quality Durum for use in making quality pasta products.

“Just as the quality of wine is determined by the right selection of grape variety, grown in the right soil with the right climatic conditions, it is important to have the right conditions and soil to produce the right quality wheat which can then be milled to become the best quality pasta,” Mr Neale said.

“Producing quality pasta needs a commitment that begins from the point of the farmer working a crop, and South Australia’s Durum farmers are emerging as some of the best in the nation,” he said.

“Our commitment to pasta lovers is to work

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n RICHARD Konzag at home on the farm – and acceptong his award from San Remo’s Michael Neale.

with the Durum Growers Association of South Australia to develop supplies of quality Durum wheat to make great quality pasta.”

Winner Richard Konzag operates an 1800 hectare farm at Mallala.

Richard said he had been growing grain for more than 33 years, producing wheat, barley, canola, beans, lentils and hay in addition to Durum.

“This is not just great recognition for my own farming efforts, but also encourages and recog-

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growers’ productivity and profitability.

GRDC Southern Regional Panel chair, David Shannon, says many of the projects in the RD&E pipeline are outlined in the GRDC’s recently-published 2011-12 Growers’ Report.

To access the report, go to www.grdc. com.au/Growers-Report. The GRDC’s Annual Report 2011-12 also contains details about current investments. It is available via www.grdc.com.au/ Annual-Report.

nises the efforts of all local farmers who are committed to producing quality durum,” Richard said.

“I first began growing Durum back in 1995 and have been committed to producing quality crops year on year,” he said.

“Back then there was not as many farmers growing Durum and it was really a case of trial and error in the early days. It makes me feel good to know quality home grown products will be used to produce

quality pasta for Australians to enjoy.”

Durum Growers Association of SA President, Mark Hill, said a small but growing number of SA farmers were choosing to grow Durum as part of their broader farming activity.

“As a long-term grower of Durum in South Australia, Richard has shown commitment to producing enhanced crops year on year and is a worthy winner of this award,” Mr Hill said.

“He has served on the SA Advisory Board of Agriculture, is a member of the Grains Research and Development Corporation Southern Panel, chaired the ‘Achieving an informed and supportive Government’ working group and has represented the Board on various other forums and committees,” he said.

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SPORT v District

Horizon swims it out

n WAVERLEY Palmer cuts through the water.

THE Yellow Curlews took out the Horizon Christian School swimming carnival last Friday, with 501 points.

Green Rosellas followed on 424, Red Robins 416 and Blue Kingfishers 415.

n Harry Wickham, Jack Walden, Zeke Scott, Aysha Webber and Connor Jackson hang out pool-side.

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n PETER Kowalick is ready to sound the horn for an Under 14 boys’ event.

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SPORT v Basketball

Who will take grand final glory?

Friday Night Lights ADELAIDE PLAINS BASKETBALL REPORT

By the Bench Warmer

The grand final is finally upon us!

This week, one team in each grade or division will take the glory – whether in the Under 12 Mixed, Under 14 Girls and Boys, Under 16 Girls, Under 17 Boys, Men’s divisions and Women’s divisions.

Balaklava are a guaranteed win in the Under 12 Mixed. The Boomers had the easy road into the grand final, while the Strikers have come from fourth to be here, and you really don’t get it any tougher with a one point win.

This week, the Boomers might find it a little harder than normal, having had a rest.

I wish both teams and coaches all the best.

Good luck to the parents also. This will be a close game worth watching!

The Under 14 Bulldogs girls had the rest this week, with Owen playing the Panthers.

When these two teams played in the semi finals, Owen was caught napping, giving Bulldogs this week off.

Owen have had to do it tough.

I’m not in favour of having the week off in finals, but it always seems to help the Bulldogs.

However, I can’t see Owen allowing the Bulldogs to grab a win easily.

It will be a high pressure game, and one I will definitely be watching.

In the Under 14 Boys, the Falcons finished top of the premiership ladder just ahead of Long Plains.

Both teams played in the semi final with Falcons earning the rest.

Long Plains will not

EARL De Roma, Ravens, stops an attempt at goal by Falcon’s Liam Greenslade in the Under 14 boys preliminary final on Friday night. give in easily. Grand finals bring a lot of emotion – if Long Plains lads keep their cool, this could be the game to upset.

I feel for the Rangers, who went down to the Bulldogs in Friday night’s Under 16 Girls preliminary final.

Bulldogs have earned the right to play Owen in the grand final. Both teams are very good.

Umpires will be kept on their toes in this game.

In the Under 17 Boys preliminary, some may say it’s a foregone conclusion that Owen are going to win.

The Raiders must remember that Owen have a couple of players that are injured and this may make the difference.

Slowing the game down will be a key.

In B Women, Blyth will take home it’s first APBA flag. The question is, will it be the Cats or the Wanderers?

Both teams are tight. I think it will come down to who has the loudest cheer squad.

The stats say the Cats, but Wanderers had the win over Bulldogs so are putting in a last minute dash for glory.

BRADLEY Davey, Falcons, dribbles around opponent Tom Lane, Ravens in Under 14 boys.

While Long Plains finished on top of the A Women ladder, the Cats went straight into the grand final over them and will clash with Owen this week.

While Owen have been premiers before in the APBA competition, I think the Cats will come out ready for them. This will be a great game to watch.

In the Men’s Division 2, the Tigers are coming to win, but the Raptors have other ideas, after defeating the Bulldogs.

This clash will be a

high spirited game, with much emotion and cheering. It will also be a game not to miss.

The Old Dogs took the win, taking them into the Men’s Division 1 grand final, and the Bulldogs defeated the Peckers on Friday night, which surprised me.

Both teams have mature men on board to steady the younger members.

I think I wrote at the beginning of the season that the Old Dogs would be here come grand final time.

I don’t think these guys will let this one slip by – there’s been too much work put in to allow this to happen.

The Swaggies and the Peckers will meet this week in the Men’s Division grand final.

May the better team win on the night.

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Bench Warmer’s Tip: Good luck to all in the grand final, enjoy, have fun and stay safe.

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Men Division

Peckers 35 (L.Williams 15, J.Walker 9, M.Clifford 5) def Eagles 25 (N.Greenshields 17, S.Goldsworthy 6, J.Wilson 2). Redlegs 39 (C.Veitch 13, P.Kowalick 12, L.Lu 9) def Young Guns 35 (C.McPharlin 11, T.Michael 10, K.Robinson 8).

Men Division 2

Raptors 30 (G.Page 9, D.Page 8, M.Verrall 6) def Bulldogs 23 (S.Baker 10, S.Bellman 8, J.Zilm 4).

U/17 BOYS

Raiders 54 (H.Veitch 19, L.Jaeschke 17, J.Butterfield 8) def Titans 20 (J.Lusung 10, T.Scholz 4, L.Speissegger 4).

U/14 BOYS

TYSON Lamond, Ravens, steals possession from Falcon’s Ayden Lawless in Under 14 boys.

Plains Producer, Wednesday March 20, 2013

Falcons 75 (A.Lawless 27, S.Speissegger 26, S.Michael 10) def Ravens 67 (E.De Roma 43, W.Dixon 12, K.Pelicano 6).

a women

Long Plains 33 (K.Blackwell 11, J.Fiebig 8, C.Moulds 8) def Opals 61 (B.Wedding 23, T.Evans 13, K.Hendry 13).

b women

Wanderers 34 (K.Weckert 9, L.Stirling 8, T.Tilley 7) def Bulldogs 24 (T.White 12, A.Williams 5, M.Cruse 2).

U/16 Girls

Bulldogs 18 (T.Williams 10, B.Nyoni 4, K.Price 4) def Rangers 6 (S.Fehrmann 4, A.Davey 2).

U/14 Girls

Owen 35 (R.Dunstan 14, K.Gregory 13, A.Barr 2) def Panthers 10 (L.McPharlin 6, K.Scott 4).

U/12 Mixed

Strikers 22 (E.Lane 10, T.Michael 8, R.Lawless 4) def Magic 21 (C.Smith 11, C.Allen 2, J.Battle 2).

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SPORT v Bowls DIVISION TWO SEMI FINALS REVIEW

Mallala Black takes the honours The Division Two first semi final featured the two Mallala sides, Mallala Black and Mallala White, vying for a spot in the preliminary final.

At the end of the day, 12 shots separated the two sides with Mallala Black emerging victorious.

Keith McDonald (MB) led the way with a strong 28-10 win over Geof Donlon (MW) while Mick King (MB) had a tight 21-18 tussle against Terry Halford (MW).

For Mallala White, their shining light was John Curnow who accounted for Malcolm Dunstan (MB) 24-15.

So, for Mallala White, their season is over whereas Mallala Black moves onto next week to face the loser of the second semi final.

Balaklava Blue inflicts a rare loss upon Wakey Blue For only the second time this season, Port Wakefield Blue suffered a loss; this time at the

hands of Balaklava Blue.

Colin Milton (BB) won by the narrowest margin 23-22 against Steve Reimers (PWB) while Graham Olsen (BB) suffered a two shot loss, 2123, to Terry Cluse (PWB).

However, Lindsay Day’s (BB) rink swayed the match in Balaklava Blue’s direction following their 19 shot win over Peter Baum (PWB).

With this win, Balaklava Blue proceeds into the Division Two grand final while Port Wakefield Blue exercises their double chance in next week’spreliminary final against Mallala Black.

First semi final: Mallala Black 64 (K. McDonald 28, M. King 21, M. Dunstan 15) def. Mallala White 52 (G. Donlon 10, T. Halford 18, J. Curnow 24).

Second semi final: Balaklava Blue 78 (L. Day 34, G. Olsen 21, C. Milton 23) def. Port Wakefield Blue 60 (P. Baum 15, T. Cluse 23, S. Reimers 22).

DIVISION THREE SEMI FINALS REVIEW

Riverton victorious in a nail-biting finish Riverton Black and Riverton White met in the Division Three first semi final, with a Riverton side guaranteed of featuring in the preliminary final – but which Riverton side would it be?

At the break, Riverton White held a slender five shot lead. By the end of the 20th end, this lead had only been reduced by one shot.

Over the next four ends on each rink, Riverton Black won seven of the 12 ends played, to cut Riverton White’s lead back to

just three shots.

The final end for each rink was a crucial one with each rink coincidentally finishing at almost exactly the same time.

Riverton Black gained three shots on this final end in two of the rinks, but a single shot up on the remaining rink ensured that Riverton White scraped through by the solitary shot.

Riverton Black had winning rinks with Ann Harrip gaining a narrow 27-25 win against Peter Koster (RW) and Phil Gates had a

FRED Steggles sends his bowl down in Saturday’s Division One first semi final at Hamley Bridge, guided by his Wasleys teammate.

strong 36-11 win over Ross Hannaford (RW).

Riverton White’s only winning rink was John Glistak’s with a strong 37-9 win over Cath Greenslade (RB).

For Riverton Black, their bowls were packed away but for Riverton White, they remain alive for at least one more week.

Owen has an all rinks up win Port Wakefield Gold and Owen contested the Division Three second semi final with the winner

booking a spot in the grand final.

Having previously lost to Port Wakefield Gold on two occasions, Owen caused an upset last Saturday by defeating their more favoured opponent gaining wins across all rinks.

Peter Sullivan (O) and Les Hean (O) had tight 23-21 and 23-20 wins against their respective skippers, Lex Robertson (PWG) and John Cicolella (PWG) and Robby Hill (O) completed the job by comfortably defeating Alan Carslake (PWG) 28-19.

For Port Wakefield Gold, a visit to the Preliminary Final against Riverton White awaits while Owen moves directly into the Grand Final.

First semi final: Riverton White 73 (J. Glistak 37, R. Hannaford 11.

P. Koster 25) def. Riverton Black 72 (C. Greenslade 9, P. Gates 36, A. Harrip 27) Second semi final: Owen 74 (R. Hill 28, L. Hean 23, P. Sullivan 23) def. Port Wakefield Gold 60 (A. Carslake 19, J. Cicolella 20, L. Robertson 21).

Wayne Grady, Wasleys, communicates with his teammate, while over on the next rink, fellow Wasleys bowler, Sherri Nicolai, weighs up her options.

LEFT: Owen Chapman, Balaklava, bowls in the Division One second semi final.

WASLEYS bowler, Terry Sparks, stays focussed during the Division One first semi final against Owen on Saturday.

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ALAN Northcott, Balaklava, prepares to send the jack down in the Division One second semi final, against Port Wakefield.

RIGHT: Kieran Phelan, Port Wakefield Division One.

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SPORT v Bowls

Region 8 Lower North Men’s Championships next Sunday

PRELIMINARY FINALS PREVIEW

Wasleys capable of an upset this week Preliminary finals are scheduled at Balaklava this week, with all finals starting at the earlier time of 1pm.

The listing of preliminary finals is: DIVISION ONE – Port Wakefield vs Wasleys.

DIVISION TWO – Port Wakefield Blue vs Mallala Black.

DIVISION THREE – Port Wakefield Gold vs Riverton White.

Please note that the grand finals for each division will take place on Saturday April 6 – the week after Easter – at a venue to be announced.

Division One Port Wakefield and Wasleys have had three interesting matches during the season, with Port Wakefield winning two of the three clashes.

The first match went Port Wakefield’s way 78(10) – 58(2), the second was won by Wasleys 70(10) – 62(2), but the third was a match that Wasleys would rather forget, losing to Port Wakefield 100(10) – 55(2).

Since the mid-season break, Port Wakefield had the better record with 5-3 whereas Wasleys were 3-6.

On any given Saturday, Wasleys has the ability to compete with the best sides and is capable of causing an upset.

However, given recent form, Port Wakefield will be the favoured side to enter the 2012-2013 grand final.

REPORT: John Glistak

Division Two Port Wakefield Blue suffered a shock loss last weekend and must now play Mallala Black in the Division Two preliminary final.

Apart from Balaklava Blue last week, Mallala Black is the only other side that has defeated Port Wakefield Blue during the season.

It won their first meeting 70(10) – 63 (2) with Port Wakefield Blue returning the favour 86(10) – (60) later in the season.

Despite Port Wakefield Blue’s loss in the second semi final, the side is expected to return to the winning circle having had the better season form of the two.

Division Three Port Wakefield Gold faces Riverton White in the Division Three preliminary final to determine which side proceeds into the grand final against Owen.

While Port Wakefield Gold has won both of its matches against Riverton White, its most recent clash was by only one shot with one rink up.

Since the mid-season break, Port Wakefield Gold has a 4-4 record whereas Riverton White’s record is 6-3.

This recent form suggests that this final may be the closest one of the day with perhaps Riverton White having the slightest of advantages.

WASLEYS Division bowler, Sue Eglington, watches her bowl travel down the green during the first semi final against Owen on Saturday.

As the 2012-13 bowls season nears its end, the Region 8 Lower North Men’s Championship finals will take place at the Clare Bowling Club next Sunday, March 24, commencing at 9.30am.

Championship finals will occur in singles, pairs and fours.

The Singles Championship final will feature Peter Meyer (Broughton Men’s), Stewart Catt (Mid-North Men’s) and Will McPharlin (Wooroora Men’s). The draw is: Round 1 – Will McPharlin vs Peter Meyer; Stewart Catt bye.

Round 2 – Will McPharlin vs Stewart Catt; Peter Meyer bye.

Round 3 – Stewart Catt vs Peter Meyer; Will McPharlin bye.

The overall winner on the day will be declared Region 8 Lower North Men’s Singles Champion.

In the Pairs Championship, the semi final draw is: Riverton vs Brinkworth; Port Wakefield vs Blyth.

The respective winners will play off in the Pairs Championship final.

Meanwhile, a similar arrangement will take place in the Fours Championship; the semi final draw being: Auburn vs Blyth; Burra vs Clare.

The respective winners will proceed to the Fours Championship final.

Jodi takes out Mid North Women’s Singles Championship JODI Kotz of Roberstown became Singles Champion at the recent Mid North Women’s Bowling Section Championships recently.

Lyn Wildash of Auburn was runner-up.

Booborowie took out the Pairs, the team comprising Lenice Pearce, (sk) and Gwenda Sims. Runners-up were Tarlee: Joan Rohde and (sk) Yvonne Molineux.

Triples Champions were Auburn; Muriel Mount, (sk) Helen Whiteman and Lyn Ruff. Robertstown were runners-up; L. Mosey (sk), E. Ross.

M. Launer.

Robertstown took out the Fours Championship; J.Kotz, (sk) D.Kotz, C.Ruediger and K.Voigt. Runners-up were Booborowie’s R.Landorf, (sk) M.Baldock, J.Taylor and G.Sims.

Results from Pennant finals: First semi-final AUBURN RED 44 (Muriel Mount 18, Maureen Parkinson 26) d ROBERTSTOWN GOLD 36 (Lyn Mosey 23, Coral Ruediger 13.

Second semi final

AUBURN BLACK 48 (Lyn Wildash 26, Dianne Brooks 22) d RIVERTON BLACK 27 (Marg Keast 15, Cath O’Toole 12).

Preliminary final AUBURN BLACK 41 (Lyn Wildash 27, Dianne Brooks 14 d ROBERTSTOWN GOLD 34 (Coral Ruediger 11, Lyn Mosely 23).

Grand final to be played March 28.

Congratulations to Auburn Red for achieving the win in a tightly fought and competitive contest, and to the Auburn Bowling Club for achieving the winner and runner-up Pennant teams.

AUBURN RED 42 (Maureen Parkinson 17, Muriel Mount 25 d AUBURN BLACK 38 (Lyn Wildash 20, Dianne Brooks 18).

– Marie Carter, secretary MnwbS

ABOVE: A team from Auburn took out the Mid North Women’s Bowling Section Triples Championship, from left: Muriel Mount, Helen Whiteman and Lyn Ruff.

INSET: Singles Champion, Jodi Kotz, of Robertstown.

MID NORTH MEN

Bev Wooroora Singles champ The Wooroora Women’s Bowling Section Singles and Fours were played on February 24 and 26, at Hamley Bridge.

Mallala’s Bev Roney took out the Wooroora Women’s Bowling Sections Singles, played on February 24 and 26 at Hamley Bridge.

This is the third time Bev has won the event, scoring the Linda George Trophy.

Runner-up was Sheryll Kempster of Port Wakefield.

Sheryll, who is section president.

• Sheryll and Bev are pictured together (left) with the trophy.

Plains Producer, Wednesday March 20, 2013

Results from preliminary final played March 16.

DIVISION ONE Preliminary final at SADDLEWORTH Blyth 76 (10) (P Farley 35, I Wandel 24, R Kennett 17) d Clare Red 55 (2) (M Bourke 14, R Jarman 23, I Trengrove 18).

Grand final – March 23 at Mintaro: Auburn vs Blyth. Starting time: 1.30pm.

DIVISION TWO RED Preliminary final at Mintaro Auburn 69 (12) (E Whiteman 25, T Romano 23, J Watts 21) d Clare Green 48 (0) (I Howlett 15, B Salter 16, J Salter 17).

Grand final – March 23 at Mintaro: Watervale vs Auburn. Starting time 1.30pm.

DIVISON TWO WHITE Grand final at Mintaro Robertstown 69 (I Griffiths 25, D Niemz 23, P Freeman 21) d Clare White 48 (R Goss 16, D McKendrick 17, E Thomas 15).

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Results from Wednesday March 13.

CLARE WHITE 31 (5) (B.Sims 19, R.Topperwien) drew with BALAKLAVA 31 (5) (R.McDonald 12, 12 P.McPharlin 19).

BURRA 48 (10) (C.Boston 23, R.Taylor 25) def BRINKWORTH 29 (0) (G.Nitschke 14, P.McLaurin 15).

CLARE BLUE 52 (10) (P.Errey 23, M.Pawelski 29) def SPALDING 26 (0) (G.Blaser 19, S.Cheffirs 7).

SNOWTOWN 43 (10) (R.Brand 13, K.Kreig 30) def CLARE GREEN 37 (0) (R.Wurst 23,

L.Ackland 14).

BLYTH 38 (8) (J.Bradbury 13, R.Deluca 25) def CLARE RED 35 (2) (R.Howes 24, B.Reichstein 11).

PREMIERSHIP TABLE

Pts For Agst % Burra 150 753 614 55.08 Blyth 119 751 642 53.91 Snowtown 116 737 687 51.76 Clare Red 111 725 709 50.56 Clare White 104 673 696 49.16 Clare Blue 95 716 700 50.56 Spalding 93 694 707 49.54 Clare Green 91 711 719 49.72 Balaklava 81 641 727 46.86 Brinkworth 38 521 721 41.95 Balaklava Bowling Club hosted the final pennant day for the 2012/13 season.

An excellent afternoon tea was enjoyed by some 80 participating bowlers.

Congratulations to Burra Club on winning the pennant yet again.

Congratulations to all bowlers from all clubs, for the sportsman-like manner in which they competed throughout the mid week season. Thank you to team managers for their promptness in submitting results for publication each week.

– Roly Howes, association secretary

wooroora women

Results from March 14 - semi final.

Owen 74 def Balaklava 43.

Mallala white 63 def Mallala Black 59.

The preliminary final will be played Monday March 25 at Owen – Mallala White v Balaklava Green.

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SPORT ❖ Cricket

Can Longies upset reigning premier?

RIGHT: Lower North captain, Todd McPharlin.

Les Pearson previews the Stanley Cricket Association grand final LONG Plains will challenge reigning premier, Lower North, in the Stanley Cricket Association A grade grand final at Sevenhill this Saturday.

The two sides have shared a healthy rivalry since Long Plains joined the competition last season, although Longies are yet to beat Lower North to date.

Their best opportunity to do so came in the second semi final, Lower North somehow getting out of jail to win straight through to the decider.

It all augurs towards another belting encounter.

Long Plains captain, Michael Warnes, has been impressed with his team’s form after the Christmas break.

“Once we got everyone on the park, we played quite well I think,” he said.

Longies finished fourth last season but with the addition of all-rounder, Dallas Hill, and fast bowler, Brad Jones, their depth has improved considerably.

The bowling partnership between Jones and Warnes has been key to Long Plains’ winning form.

“Jones has been bowling quite well,

FAR RIGHT: Long Plains captain, Michael Warnes.

without a lot of luck,” Warnes said.

“I’ve had to suck up my pride a bit and bowling into the win, although on the weekend there was a fairly strong breeze, so I came on first change from the same end as Jones, which also worked quite well.”

Lower North captain and opening batsman, Todd McPharlin, believed it was important to get through the Jones/ Warnes spell.

“We’ve just got to work hard and try and see them off,” McPharlin said.

“The runs will come if we can bat time.

“I would say our strength is our ability to bat right down the order but we also have a long bowling attack as well.

“I don’t think the pressure is on one player this week, it will take a team effort.”

Warnes was looking forward to the match, his team finding its feet at the right time of year.

“Our cricket has really improved this season and Long Plains has always been a hard team to beat in finals,” he said.

“Lower North’s batting is a real

strength, so we’ve just got to bowl tight and not let them get away from us.

“Usually one of their top four or five can get a big score but finals is about pressure so we will keep it tight and let the batsmen get themselves bogged down.

“They’ve got excellent bowlers as well, so we’ll be looking to bat our overs out while punishing the loose ones.”

Both teams will find themselves with selection dilemmas this week.

Lower North batsman, Kerry Michalanney, strained a hamstring in the second semi final a fortnight ago and may struggle for fitness, while Long Plains will be sweating on the fitness of experienced top order batsman, Todd Daniel.

Daniel has struggled to take the field this year, suffering several injuries throughout the season, the latest being a heavily bruised and swollen knee after chopping a delivery onto his leg.

Warnes said it would be a tough call on Thursday night at the selection table.

The match gets under way from 12.30pm.

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Lower North Todd McPharlin (C) Lachy Michael Ryan McPharlin Ryan Darling Jason McPharlin Les Pearson Kerry Michalanney Matt Higgs Jeff Cowan Chris Marshall Josh Butterfield

Long Plains Robbie Bushell Heath Pym Brad Shimmin Dallas Hill Simon Schulz Sam McArdle Michael Trussell Jamie McArdle Brad Jones Michael Warnes (C) Jared East

Mallala vying for Barossa and Light flag

Preliminary final too close to call A1 preliminary review A VITAL knock from Dallas Hill helped Long Plains win through to the Stanley Cricket Association A grade grand final after defeating Clare Combined at Balaklava on the weekend.

Hill’s 60 bolstered the Long Plains total to about 120 on a slow outfield.

Clare Combined could only find about 80 in response.

A2 preliminary review and Grand Final preview LOWER North fell well short of Clare Red’s total of 7/206 in their Stanley Cricket Association A2 preliminary final at Sevenhill on Saturday.

Lower North were yet to beat Clare Red this season and the result was again the same, Red recovering from an embarrassing defeat the week before to win through to the decider against Sevenhill, to be played at Clare High School oval this weekend.

Batting first, Clare Red posted a competitive total, with Justin Ragenovich and Mitch Reynolds posting half centuries.

Anthony Williams led from the front with the ball for Lower North, claiming 3/41 from eight overs, while Leigh Wright picked up 1/31.

In response, the Lower North innings never really got going, Williams again defiant with 24 and Caleb McPharlin putting up 27 himself.

Lachlan Gill (2/18) and Justin Wong (3/21) did the damage for Clare Red in a good team effort.

LIKELY LINE UPS

REPORT: Les Pearson

LUKE Walker bowls for Dublin during Saturday’s Para Districts Cricket Association match, at Dublin oval.

AN inspired spell of bowling from Mallala seamer Tim Cawrse virtually gifted his team a grand final berth in the Barossa and Light Cricket Association A2 competition.

The weekend’s two-day fixture against top-placed Nuriootpa at the picturesque surroundings of Sandy Creek was meant to be a tough battle for the Mallala boys, but after Cawrse (5/8) ripped through the Nuri top order, the match never looked in doubt.

After Adrian Buckley made the initial breakthrough, Cawrse took the next five wickets, all either bowled or LBW, restricting Nuriootpa to a paltry total of 50.

Mallala’s batsmen made light work of the chase and put a decent total on the board as well, ensuring there was no way back into the match for Nuriootpa.

Buckley (24) and David Cawrse (36) guided their side past the total and Mallala set about building a lead.

Captain Kelly Curnow (37) put some distance between the two teams, while Jamie Good (26no) and Ben Work (21no) guaranteed their side would go through to the decider.

This weekend’s grand final will be held at Eudunda, Gawler Central the opponent standing between Mallala and premiership glory.

Central comprehensively defeated Mallala in their one encounter for the season but at 4/70 chasing Mallala’s 140, the match was anything but one-sided.

The experience of Curnow will no doubt be pivotal, while Mallala’s bowlers should thrive on the turf at Eudunda.

Central’s home deck is on the hard wicket in the middle of the greyhound track, so the turf pitch could prove pivotally in Mallala’s favour.

It would be quite an achievement if Mallala can pull off the win, stepping up from the A4 grade competition last season.

To be able to compete following that standard leap alone is amazing but to challenge for the flag is certainly a feather in the cap for the Adelaide Plains team.

Plains Producer, Wednesday March 20, 2013

SPORT v District

STANLEY Cricket Association Under 16 premiers – Lower North – back from left: coach Chris Chapman, Jacob Chapman, Luke Cunningham, Marco Mind, Lachlan Waters, Bryce Chapman, Tyson Temby, Daniel Dykes. Front: Kaleb Dykes, Samuel Michael, Nathan Studham, Harrison Veitch, Charlie Arbon, Will Dixon and Riley Chapman.

Lower North claims Under 16 premiership Lower North defeated Spalding/Booborowie in the Under 16 top division grand final at Sevenhill on Sunday.

Lower North won the toss and elected to bat. Lower North were put on the back foot early when J Andrews bowled Harrison Veitch on the second ball of the day.

Nathan Studham and Charlie Arbon then put on a gritty 33 run partnership before M Longbottom had Arbon caught behind for 14.

Bryce Chapman then came to the crease, and he and Studham put 71 runs on the board before M Longbottom bowled

Studham on 34. Chapman continued to bat well while three wickets fell at the other end – two bowled by C Longbottom.

Chapman retired on 52.

Will Dixon and Kaleb Dykes put on a handy 15 runs, with Lower North finishing on 8 for 146.

The Longbottom boys and P Connell finished with two wickets apiece.

Spalding got off to a good start, with J Andrews and W Longmire having a strong opening partnership of 31, before Andrews drove to Lachlan Waters off Veitch, who

took a fine catch. W Longmire was runout, then A Morgan and M Longbottom put together a threatening stand before Arbon, coming off 6/9 in the semi final, had Morgan caught on 20 and Veitch bowled M Longbottom for 18.

Spalding/Booborowie were bowled out for 105.

Arbon with 3 for 11 and Veitch 2 for 13 were the pick of the bowlers.

It was great to see such a big crowd to witness a well fought game with some good young talent on display. A great end to a very even competition.

Well done Lower North!

Lachlan Waters (left) and Bryce Chapman discuss tactics at the crease.

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No scores were supplied for the Stanley Cricket Association preliminary final between Long Plains and Clare Combined, won by Long Plains.

Results of Under 16 cricket played on Sunday, March 17

lower north vs Spalding/booborowie

Match won by: LOwer north Spalding/Booborowie Batting J.Andrews ct H.Veitch b L.Waters......... 16 W.Longmire run out ................................ 9 A.Morgan ct L.Waters b C.Arbon.......... 20 M.Longbottom b H.Veitch..................... 18 L.Fitzgerald run out ................................ 2 C.Longbottom b H.Veitch........................ 2 P.Connell b C.Arbon................................ 6 I.Pearce c&b W.Dixon.............................. 3 C.Morgan b C.Arbon............................... 0 N.Longmire not out................................. 0 K.Yianni b W.Dixon.................................. 0 Extras 29 Total 105 Lower North Bowling Bowler O M W R H.Veitch 8 2 2 13 W.Dixon 5 0 2 22 C.Arbon 7 2 3 11 N.Studham 4 0 0 15 B.Chapman 8 2 0 17 L.Waters 6 0 1 23

LOWER North Under 16 cricketers congratulate teammate Harrison Veitch after taking a wicket, during the grand final on Saturday. LEFT: Lower North’s Bryce Chapman retired on 52 runs.

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Lower North Batting N.Studham b M.Longbottom................ 34 H.Veitch b J.Andrews.............................. 0 C.Arbon ct W.Longbtm b M. Longbtm.... 7 B. Chapman retired............................... 52 T.Temby b L.Fitzgerald............................ 3 L.Waters b C.Longbottom....................... 1 R.Chapman b C.Longbottom.................. 1 W.Dixon not out....................................... 7 K.Dykes LBW P.Connell........................... 8 S.Michael b P.Connell.............................. 0 D.Dykes not out....................................... 0 Extras 26 Total 146 Spalding/Booborowie Bowling Bowler O M W R J.Andrews 8 2 1 30 L.Fitzgerald 8 0 1 34 M.Longbottom 8 1 2 28 C.Longbottom 8 2 2 24 A.Morgan 7 1 0 22 P Connell 1 0 2 2

Results of A2 Grade cricket played on Saturday, March 16

clare combined red vs lower north

Clare Combined Red 7/206 (J.Ragenovich 75, M.Reynolds 61, A.Williams 3/41, L.Wright 1/31) def Lower North 138 (C.McPharlin 27, A.Williams 24, J.Wong 3/21, L.Gill 2/18)

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Lower North junior tennis grand final

LOWER North Junior Tennis Association Division One premiers, Mallala White – from left: Edward Parsons, Trent Graham, Laura Jarmyn and Brooke Wilson.

LOWER North Junior Tennis Association Division Two premiers, Two Wells Red – back from left: Jake Foubister, life members Bill Roney and Di Meaney, Jack Tapscott. Front: Chelsea Foubister and Caitlin Musolino.

balaklava night

The pressure was almost too much for the nighters in their last minor round match although top positions were fairly well set beforehand. There were quite a number of fill ins so thankyou to those who played, especially at the last minute. Scott McDonald, on a bye, filled in for the Gators and helped them to a win over Pauline Hill’s Newts, 5-33 to 1-15. Gator Don Veitch was quite happy for Scott to play as he could then drop to second man, but their opponents Paul McBride and Colin Mutton weren’t too sure about that. Colin and Pauline did well winning the Newts only set, a close 5-3 over Don and Tanya Greenshields. Nice to see Newts Wally Treverton back in action, but he must have been a bit rusty as he had a 2 or 3 all night against Jarred Thiele, who was in fine form.

The other Div 1 match was a thriller, with Cherie Cmrlec’s Beavers scraping through to defeat Chris Curnow’s Crocs in a big upset, by only just two games, 3-24 to 3-22. In fact, the Crocs were so accustomed to winning, they had written their name on the scoresheet as winners! Biggest Beaver, Andrew Lane, was quick to grab the pen and amend the scoresheet. The two fill ins were pitted against each other, young Jordan Taylor who was playing for Marty Brice, and Helen Barry who was playing for Joy Ryan, and these two had some great rallies. Laney’s highlight was his win with Helen over Jordan and Chris, in slick fashion, 7-1. Three other sets were 5-3s and could have gone either way. Darren Scholz and the old fox Gary Wilson, were like daddy long legs all over the net, while Kirsty Williams and opponent Cherie played their usual long rallies. It’s a pity the Beavers left their winning run until the end, but they did well ending up in third spot on the premiership table.

Bec Houston’s Div 2 Grubs defeated Diane Gregor’s Gnats, 5-31 to 1-18 but sets were much closer than the final score indicates. Three 5-3s and a tiebreaker were played, with only the tie going the Gnats’ way. Diane and Sam Vankleef were the heroes winning that tie over Wade Hudson and Melinda Young. Gnats Glenda Shepherd and opponent Bec, had a consistent 5-3 in every set.

Grubs Tina Taylor popped out for a hit, but her years of experience on the tour was too much for opponent, and relatively new tennis player, Sue Nicholson.

Cherie Cleary’s Slugs caused a big upset, defeating Alice Parson’s Worms 4-29 to 2-21. The Slugs did well winning both of the first two sets in marathon tiebreakers, which caused great distress to the Worms. Alice gave the team a pep talk which inspired Wazza McRostie to win his next two, one each with Alice and Carolyn Mutton.

Ashleigh Williams was a late fill in and made sure her first set tie with Viet Nguyen, wore out her opponent, Fran Henderson. The tactic worked, but also worked

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The Lower North Junior Tennis Association Division One and Two grand finals were held on Saturday morning, at Mallala.

A large crowd was present to watch some great tennis. Thanks were extended to Mallala Tennis Club for hosting finals and keeping everyone fed and watered. In Division One, Mallala White defeated Two Wells 4 sets 28 games to 2 sets 22 games.

Association recorder and life member, Bill Roney, presented the shield to the Mallala White team.

Two Wells Red defeated Owen White 4 sets 25 games to 2 sets 28 games in the Division Two grand final.

The Division Two shield was kindly donated by association life member, Di Meaney, who presented the shield to Two Wells Red team.

Thanks were given to Kathy Harkness for her work as secretary this year and also to Bill Roney as our everreliable recorder.

– President, Tania Heaslip Detailed scores: DIVISION 1: Mallala White 4-28 d. Two Wells 2-22 Doubles Graham/ Jarmyn lost to Takaji/ Gameau 4-6 Wilson/Par-

on team mate Viet! Kym Woodroofe has proven to be a handy fill in for the Slugs, and he and Alice had some excellent rallies. A great match everyone!

So the final this Thursday will be: Court 1 and 2 Turtles vs Crocs, Court 3 and 4 Worms vs Grubs, Court 5 and 6 Gators vs Newts, Court 6 and 7 Beavers vs Otters, Court 8 and 9 Gnats vs Slugs Good luck to all teams, and remember presentations and supper will follow after play, so please stay for a while.

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Results from Saturday March 16.

A Grade Hilltown 10/104 lost to Clare Masters 14/107.

Ladies singles: K Kotwade def B McInerney 6-0, S Johnson def J Smith 6-2, L Jacka lost to K Hartmann 3-6, M Weckert def L Nield 6-2, H Pretlove def S Pearse 6-1, K Nugent def L Hooper 6-3.

Mens singles: M Nugent lost to M West 3-6, B Johnson def D Sweet 6-0, T Hawker def R Zweck 6-4, D Cook lost to A Noak 4-6, D Brown lost to M Millard 4-6, J Brown lost to G Nield 1-6.

B Grade Auburn 17/127 defeated Riverton 7/81.

Ladies singles: A Shepherd def S Noll 6-3, B Ey def H Clark 6-1, M Wilsdon lost to L Griffiths 4-6, L Ross def E Callery 6-3, K Allen def K Parkinson 6-0, K Slattery def Sophie Griffiths 6-3.

Mens singles:C Slattery def B Mitchell 6-2, G Roberts def G Linke 6-0, A Gallagher def S Griffiths 6-3, H Dickson lost to R Noll 2-6, N Wilsdon lost to D Vater 5-7, D Sandow lost to K Hart 2-6.

Juniors Clare Yellow 4/41 lost to Clare Blue 8/63.

Singles: Jake Slade lost to Todd Slade 1-6, Ben Pearse def Josh Slade 6-2, Amelia McLean lost to Lauren McInerney 0-6, Joel Sanders def Courtney Hooper 6-2, Jess Longbottom lost to Caitlin Bennie 0-6, Zack Longbottom def Kristen Coles 7-6, Lydia Sanders def Travis Kuchel 7-5, Laura Purvis lost to Robyn Coles 3-6.

Clare Green 7/61 defeated Clare Red 5-46.

Singles: Tyler Nield lost to George Pretlove 4-6, Josh Smith def T Hooper 6-2, Grace Jacka def Chloe Cook 6-1, Zoe Boylan def Will Price 6-1, Bree Nield def Jesse Dent 7-5, Bridgette Smith def Jemma Cook 6-1, Emily Jaeschke lost to Ella Cornwell 6-7, Ebony Boylan lost to Max Price 1-6.

Clare Blue will play Clare Green in the junior grand final at Clare on Saturday morning.

Clare Young Guns will play Clare Masters in the A grade final on Saturday.

Auburn will play Mintaro in the B grade grand final at Clare on Saturday.

sons d. Humphrys/Tapscott 6-3 Singles Trent Graham lost to Ako Takaji 0-6 Laura Jarmyn d. James Gameau 6-0 Brooke Wilson d.

Jamie Humphrys 6-2 Edward Parsons d. Angus Tapscott 6-5 DIVISION 2: Two Wells Red 4-28 d. Owen White 2-25 Doubles C.Foubister/ Musolino d. Lane/Harkness 6-5 Tapscott/J. Foubister lost to Lloyd/Burman 3-6 Singles Chelsea Foubister d. Connor Lane 6-1 Caitlin Musolino d.

Jake Harkness 6-4 Jack Tapscott lost to Kaitlyn Lloyd 1-6-Jake Foubister d. Lisa Burman 6-3.

KAITLYN Lloyd serves for Owen in the Division Two grand final.

RIGHT: Chelsea Foubister plays a backhand for Two Wells Red.

Lisa Burman in action for Owen during the Division Two grand final.

Blyth Tennis Club wind-up

Blyth Tennis Club held its end of season wind-up on Friday March 8, with about 85 players and supporters attending.ABBQ tea was held after the juniors played their last minor round match against each other, followed with president, Derrick Quinton, welcoming the gathering.

Crocodiles’ Thomas Carling won the Junior Racquet award, and runnerup went to Nick Schultz.

Alligators’ Sophie Lloyd won the Racquet Award, runner-up went to Rohan Angel.

Judy Wandel took out the B Grade Racquet Award, and the Captain’s Award went to Carol Virgin.

The A Grade & Golden Racquet Award went to Jace Andriske and the Captain’s Award for A grade went to Kylie Williams.

Two new Life Memberships were awarded to Wayne Carling and Kerryn Mugge. Club Life Member, Denby Wandel, read of Wayne’s achievements and duties acquired over the past 30 years as a player, captain, president, association delegate committee and grounds person and member of the club.

Kerryn Mugge has been involved in the club for 25 plus years’ as a player, captain, president, secretary, commit-

tee person, association delegate and junior coordinator.

Both Wayne and Kerryn were presented with a framed certificate and badge, by Life Member, Graeme Wandel.

Senior trophy winners: Carol Virgin, Jace Andriske and Kylie Williams.

New BTC Life Members, Wayne Carling and Kerryn Mugge.

LEFT: Junior trophy winners: Nick Schultz, Thomas Carling, Sophie Lloyd and Rohan Angel.

Plains Producer, Wednesday March 20, 2013

SPORT v District

Yacka Bowling event turns pink

Busy month for Paint Horse Society

The Paint Horse Society of SA held a novelty day at Owen oval on February 10, to raise funds to build an arena at its grounds at the oval.

The group also held its annual Paint Horse State Show last Saturday at the Mallala Equestrian Centre.

The group holds monthly training days at Owen oval, weather permitting, except over the winter months.

Training days are primarily to help newcomers to the club to better understand the fundamentals of western showing in a relaxed, friendly and supportive environment.

They also provide the opportunity for those with young horses to get them out for the first few times without the added pressure of showing.

Training days are also a great way to get to know other members and to have some fun. Youth are most welcome and encouraged to attend, and you don’t need to own a paint horse to attend.

Cost for members is $10 per day; children under 18 free (must be member or day member); non members $10 per day plus $10 day membership to cover insurance.

For more information on the group, visit www. painthorsesa.webs.com

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Results from March 13.

Moonta Green 1½ games 27 points (B. Promnitz 8, K. Lamshed 5 – S. Donaldson 7, M. Harvey7) defeated Wallaroo White ½ game 20 points (C. Fuss 6, R. Price 7- J. Hendy 4, P. Davies 3).

Kadina Blue 2 games 52 points (John Lydeamore 13, D. Rodda 13 - J Wearn 13, S. Rodsted 13) defeated Kadina White 0 games 19 points (B. Virgin 3, D. Virgin 7 - L. Kinch 6, T Roach 3) Wallaroo Blue 2 games 27 points (J. Marshall 5, P. Kennett 8, - I. Miller 5, P. Seely 9 ) defeated Moonta Brown 0 game 16 points (N. Hatcher 5, B. Bagshaw 3 – J. Elverd 2, M. Simpson 6).

Port Wakefield 1 game 24 points (A. Bishop 8, M. Algie 8 - M. Bishop 5, J. Lipsett 3) defeated Snowtown 1 game 23 points ((G. Schupelius 8, P. Schupelius 2 - G. Clark 8, C. Bolvig 5).

Balaklava – bye.

Little athletes

th The Adelaide Plains Giants Little Athletics Club competed in the Little Athletics Regional Games at Kadina on February 17, winning the cup for the third year in a row!

Little Atheletics is held Monday nights 5-6pm at Port Wakefield oval.

For information, contact Jo on 0437 420 841.

KIRSTY Rehn with her horse, Pinto.

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GRACE Lepley leads her pony in a sack race at the Paint Horse Society of SA novelty day in February.

ABOVE LEFT: Darcy Watkins gears up for an event.

over to the C grade to lend a hand, in this case to Austin Henstridge (44), who used his good offices to jump Ian Jenkins into first place, leaving Dean Trickett (43) to claim 3rd.. In their collective wake trailed M. Liptrot (40), Noah Barnett (36), M. Hahesy (33), M. Keast (30), Joan Anderson (27) and Chris Hahesy (25).

Birdies were struck by Geoff McKenzie at the 3rd. and both Tania Matz and Don “Hairy Legs” Hannaford at the 8th.. Nearest the Pins were

• ADELAIDE Plains Giants, back from left: Middle: Mel Myers, Jessica Lovegrove, Callum Fitzgerald, Jazmin Fitzgerald, Karli Andrews. Front: William Young, Nicolas Lovegrove, Rhylee Gilgen Jake Myers Elizabeth Anderson Immogen Gant, Micheal Myers and Cooper Gant.

armed with a new box of tissues, Tania Matz will dry the eyes of any or all under-achievers at the 19th. A healthy number of players will be sorely missed, as they trek bravely into the Riverland wild lands hoping to bag a very rare species indeed, the fabled Green Jacket, having rendezvoused at the Waikerie Bakery at 11am this Friday before playing there, then Loxton the next day and Berri on Sunday.

Balaklava Mid Week

Results for Wednesday March 13, 2013.

A group of 23 players took to the fairways, with Barrie Thompson winning the day with 42 CB, Barrie Olson 42, Austin Henstridge 41, Bill Berry 39 CB, Jerry Toms 39, Dene Newton 39, Doug Taylor 38, Jill Taylor 38, John Curnow 37 CB, Barry Hill 37, John Clark 34, Dean Trickett 33 CB, Mike Hahesy 33, Greg Sonntag 32, Joan Anderson 32, John Michael 32, Rod Phillips 31, Trevor Reid 31, Brian Stewart 30, Chris Hahesy 28 CB, Cath Redpath 28, Bill Goudie 27, Merv Hameister DNF. Birdies: Doug Taylor hole 14, Mike Hahesy hole 6.

NTP: Brian Stewart hole 3, Trevor Reid hole 8 and Bill Berry hole 10.

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Yet another good sized field (31) stumbled out for our Stableford Off The Whites round last Saturday, while for two players, Messrs. Rob Veitch and Merv. Hameister, the order of the day was a Stroke round to determine the winner of the Summer Cup. Young Rob got the better of Merv.

“Hammies” Hameister 3/2 and our congratulations to both warriors for their fine performances.

Another Rob robbed his fellow A graders of fame and fortune, that being Rob Lawson (43), who hustled Rob Hart (38) into second place and Ian Michael (37) to third. Facing a cold dinner that night were W. Lokan (36), W. Parkin (35), D. Hannaford (35) and lastly, D. Taylor (33).

The good Count was kept busy in the B grade ranks, called on by Geoff Leo (40) to claim first spot over Ron Carney, who in turn used the Count to cancel Geoff McKenzie’s hopes of a 2nd placing.

Left to count their fingers and toes were M. Smith (39), R. Hahn (38), W. Berry (37), D. Barnett (36), J. Michael (36), G. Sonntag (33), A. Leaver (31), D. Rodgers (29), visitors from Hamley Bridge George Dahlitz (29) and Colin Doudle (27), then Tania Matz (24).

His work done, the good Count then ambled

Hamley Bridge

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Robert Veitch won the Summer Cup at Balaklava Golf Club on Saturday, defeating Merv Hameister 3/2 in their grand final match. Robert is pictured with president, Ian Michael.

held by Noah Barnett at the 3rd., he of the hirsute hocks at the 8th., Rob Lawson (15th) and Wild Bill Lokan with his second shot into the 17th. Golfer of the Summer Points were collected by Austin Henstridge (6), Ian Jenkins (5), Rob Lawson (4), Dean Trickett (3), Geoff Leo (2) and of course, one each to everyone else. This Saturday we’ll hold a Stroke round from the tiger tees, our orders of appearance to be ordained by Mike Hahesy, while

Plains Producer, Wednesday March 20, 2013

• From back page What else could a man who had a role in the iconic Aussie bowling movie, “Crackerjack”, say other than “yes, we would love to!”

Sam gave a short demonstration of riding the unicycle and showed how he is amongst the best when it comes to rolling a bowl.

He was invited to become a member of the Yacka Bowling Club anytime.

The lads then headed off to Gladstone, to spend the night.

Sam said it was another amazing highlight and special part of their trip which would not be forgotten.

Members and competitors generously donated $120 to the cause.

Back to the main event for the day, where there was a spirited competition underway between the 12 teams from around the local area and a regular team from Adelaide and the Barossa Valley.

Competition was fierce with some excellent bowling emerging on a magnificent green, prepared by greens master, Herb Riechelt.

Overall winners on the day were from Jamestown – J Bishop, D Mudge, B Hilliam and K Hawkins.

The club thanked sponsors of the day, Rocky River Agriculture Services of Crystal Brook, and Taylor’s Wines.

Another great day was enjoyed with all teams providing their nominations for 2014.

At this stage the 2014 event is full.

The depleted numbers for the Saturday competition continued with only 10 players lining up on 9/3/13 for the stableford round perhaps due to the hot weather & being the long weekend, however it was a great Day for Ian Ferguson who actually “Blitzed the field” with an incredible 46pts to win the day from Rowland Pawlak 40 & Mick Nicholls 37 on a countback from Kieth Kluske 37 while Helen Bell & Shane Saunders (Riverton) managed 34 to be in the better half. Birdies Rowland Pawlak 1st Vince Zito 9th Ian Ferguson 4th & 5th Shane Saunders 3rd Nearest to the pins Ian Ferguson 14th Vince Zito 9th.

Thursday’s Stableford attracted 24 players with the Elizabethan Southpaw, Dennis Hawk, winning the day quite convincingly with 43pts from Mick Nicholls & Bob Hillier both scoring 39. Others to finish in the better half were George Dahlitz 38 Errol Branson, Wim Van Pelt 37 Max Grasby, Ed Manning, Anton Noack 36 Ian Rohde 35 Ron Smith, Kieth Kluske, Colin Doudle 34.

Birdies Mick Nicholls 9th, 12th & 18th George Dahlitz 6th Wim Van Pelt 9th. Nearest to the pins Wim Van Pelt 9th Mick Nicholls 12th. Last Saturday’s results will be published next week.

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NEWS FROM:

Adelaide Football Club

2013 Commercial The 2013 TV commercial was first played at the Crows Season Launch last Tuesday night.

A special ‘making of ’ video was also played on the night to highlight the effort and enthusiasm of the 19th Man during the filming. Almost 200 Crows supporters, members and fans spent a day at the club last month for the filming and if they didn’t know all the words to Adelaide’s song, they certainly do now! After an 8am start, several rehearsals, face painting and some lunch, all fans and about 25 players came together to film the final scenes for the campaign. All fans were fantastic on the day and cooperated with staff to result in a great commercial. The club sincerely thanks all who attended for their patience, enthusiasm and excellent effort throughout the day.

To watch the official commercial and the making of, please visit afc.com.au.

Crows clipped Jason Porplyzia, Sam Shaw, Sam Kerridge and Kyle Hartigan are all sporting new looks after signing up for the Leukaemia Foundation’s World’s Greatest Shave on behalf of the Crows Foundation. Team captain Porplyzia’s appearance didn’t change too much, but Kerridge parted with his stylish fringe and rookie Hartigan with his mop of curly brown hair last Thursday, March 14, in Rundle Mall. The Leukaemia Foundation is the Crows’ major charity partner for season 2013 and players are trying to raise $10,000 for the cause.

Donations can be made until March 31 to the Crows page at http://my.leukaemiafoundation. org.au/AdelaideCrows.

Golf trip If you are interested in golf and playing at some great clubs, book in early for this year’s golf trip.

The group will depart on Thursday June 27 to the Gold Coast, to watch the Gold Coast Suns. Come and enjoy a full weekend of golf. Please contact Kelly on (08) 8440 6666 for more information. www.plainsproducer.com.au

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Australia’s miniature newspaper – a Captain Cook souvenir

The way We were

Heritage Highlights

Excerpts from The ‘Australian Chronicle’ 1841-1850 (pt.1) In 1969, Sanitarium Health Food Co. sponsored the publication of a “miniature newspaper

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The Colony’s history has been one of ill fortune. The plan of systematic colonisation having proved disastrous, South Australia gained a new status as Crown colony in 1842, but financial difficulties remain unsolved.”

Victoria – A Separate Colony: Melbourne, November 1850 – “For more than a week this town has been in a state of excitement and celebration. The persistent agitation of the inhabitants has been rewarded by the passing of an Act for the Better government of Her Majesty’s Australian Colonies. By it Port Phillip District is given its own Legislative Council, comprising 20 elected and 10 nominated members. The District is now a separate colony to be known as Victoria.”

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EVERY now and then, a technological innovation you never thought possible suddenly pops up and head butts you in the face for having such short-sighted vision.

This happened to me the other day when viewing a promotional video for Google Glass.

Google Glass is basically a pair of sporty sunglasses you pop on your face in the form of a wearable computer.

The monitor is a tiny little window near the top right hand side of your vision.

Google Glass is voice operated, taking videos, pictures or carrying out web searches without the touch of a button.

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‘fire’ from English to Spanish,” and the computer, within seconds, responds with the word “fuego”.

It sounds incredible. Even insane.

No longer will you be glued to your smart phones, you’ll be glued to your glasses!

This is the way of the future and who knows what the next big thing in technology will be?

I’ve always imagined it would be a mobile phone display panel installed into the arm, below the wrist, such is our reliance of the devices these days.

That also sounds crazy but people laughed at the Wright brothers and their “crazy” attempts to achieve flight.

Attention all FM radio stations: “Trouble Maker” by Ollie Murs can safely be erased from your playlists for good.

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Good News Ken Packer

I’ve been really looking forward to the release of the Playstation 4 in coming months.

Especially after my Playstation 3 simply packed it in after six grand years and thousands of hours wasted.

It was working fine one second before giving up on itself like Sally Robbins in middle of an Olympic rowing final.

The sadness I felt following the demise of my Playstation is somewhat disturbing on reflection, almost mourned like a loved pet.

It really drums home the point of how attached we can become to creature comforts of the modern digital age.

Perhaps a week or two without any form of gaming console could be good for the mind.

In the meantime, my thumbs will be rather bored but I’m sure they’ll get over it.

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Hockey - Playford/Wells Hockey Club come ‘N’ try day, Sunday March 24, 11 - 2pm. Free sausage sizzle, Kooranowa Reserve, Vincent Road Smithfield Plains. All players welcome. Senior and juniors from 5. Training Wednesday from 5pm.

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Lowline cows - two 6 year olds and two 12 month olds. Phone for details 8862 7080 or 0400 173 863.

Mobile welder - Lincoln Tractapac. 225D.C. Welder and 220/240 volt A.C. power source. Holden 6 cylinder motor. Govenor needs attention $1,500 ono. Phone 0412 829 565.

Oaten hay, small squares $6 per bale. Phone 0428 859 634 for skate park.

Potting mix 2 bags for $9. Thrifty Link Hardware, Balaklava.

Seedlings are back in stock at Thrifty Link Hardware, Balaklava.

V6 engine from VR Commodore $500, & various other parts. Phone 0437 151 034.

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Windows - 3 second hand wooden sash windows with fly screens. To fit window space 1850mm high x 940mm wide, $150. Phone 0430 720 207.

Young brown layer hens, Mallala. Phone: 8527 2343.

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Port-a-cot as new $40.

Phone 8862 1757

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Pick up only. Mallala $50.

Phone: 0421 278 185.

Garage Sale

Garage sale Saturday March 23, 10 Francis Street, Balaklava, 8.30am to 2pm. Assorted household goods.

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.

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Passed away peacefully at Resthaven, Murray Bridge on his 55th birthday, March 16, 2013.

Dearly loved eldest son of Heather and Norm.

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Employee of Centrelink for 26 years.

Phil had lifelong health problems resulting from a childhood brain tumour. Thank you to the many medical and social services who supported him.

Grateful thanks to the management and staff of Resthaven, Murray Bridge for their devotion and care over the last two and half years.

As per Phil’s wishes, a private cremation was conducted.

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NICHOLLS James (Jim) Richard of Lochiel passed away peacefully on March 18, 2013 Lived 88 full years

Beloved husband of Beryl.

Loving father and father in law of Claire and Grant, John and Kathy, Richard and Cathy, Ruth.

Fun loving Papa Jim to Joanne and Dave; Holly and Jeff and great grand daughter Claudia; Bonnie, Nick and Mitchell; Oliver, Peter, Sam, Ben, Merridy and Bill.

Son of John Leslie and Lena Harriet. Brother of Bill (deceased), Don, Graham and Jeff (deceased).

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Congratulations Jackie and Jarrad on your elopement in Hawaii on March 8th! We are thrilled for you both, and wish you a lifetime of happiness together.

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• Rego & training start Wednesday March 27 • Junior training: 5pm -6pm All New players • Senior training: 6pm - 7pm welcome

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under an ADVERTISED blanket on an ADVERTISED mattress and pulls off ADVERTISED pyjamas bathes in an ADVERTISED shower shaves with an ADVERTISED razor brushes As part of his theteeth Australia wide program with ADVERTISED Clare &toothpaste Gilbert Valleys Council has been washes Rural with introducing Property Addressing ADVERTISED soap across the Council puts on ADVERTISED with the assistance clothes of the Department of Planning, Transport drinks a cup of & Infrastructure (DPTI) for the benefit of ADVERTISED coffee the broader This initiative has drives community. in an ADVERTISED car Country Fire Service, the support of the

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ADVERTISES Soonhethe process of installing the rural it for sale! road numbers throughout the district will WHY IS be undertaken, with the initial cost for IT SO?? provision of the signs being covered by Council. Thereafter, the landowner will be responsible for the installation, maintenance and replacement of the number.

Letters have been sent out to landowners, who have properties that are occupied, with the new rural property address details.

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.

PUBLIC NOTICE - SECTION 7

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

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

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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.

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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.

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Roger: 0439 844 791 or Ginette: 0418 844 792

If you have not received a letter please contact Karen Pfitzner at Council on 88426400, email kpfitzner@cgvc.sa.gov.au, so you can be included in this process.

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

PUBLIC NOTICE SECTION 7

Please ring the Club on 8529 2211 or Barb on 0407798285 to receive Job Description details.

in writing with your current resume PUBLIC Applications to The Secretary, Port Parham Sports & Social Po Box 184, Dublin 5501, or email to NOTICE Club, ptppssc@bigpond.com Closing date March 27.

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The vendor's The vendor's statement relating to statement relating matters affecting the to matters affectadvertised ing the advertised properties in this publication may be inspected properties in this at the agent's office publication may three business days be inspected at prior to auction or at the agent's office the place of auction 30 Theminutes Districtbefore Council to appoint an Independent Presiding Member and three three business sale.of Mallala is seeking

Expressions of interest

Council development assessment Panel expressions of interest

(3) Independent Members to its Development Panel, commencing in April/May 2013 days priorAssessment to for a term of two years.

auction or at the

In addition to the Independent Presiding and Independent Members, the seven (7) member place Member of auction Panel will also include three (3) members selected from the Elected Members of the District Council 30 minutes before of Mallala. sale.

PUBLIC NOTICE The Panel holds meetings as and when required, but normally on the first Tuesday of each month.

SECTION 7 1-2 hours and Panel members will be expected to undertake site visits Meetings may vary from

whereThe necessary, vendor'sand read all relevant background material prior to the meetings. Independent Panel members arerelating paid atositting fee for each meeting attended and will be expected to comply with a statement Minister’s Code of Conduct. matters affecting the advertised The Independent Presiding Member and three (3) Independent Members are required to have a properties in this of the operation and requirements of the Development Act, 1993 and associated reasonable knowledge publicationThey may are be also required to have appropriate qualifications or experience in relevant fields Regulations. which may include inspected at theplanning law, heritage, architecture, urban design, planning, arboriculture and traffi c management. agent's office threeThe Presiding Member should have experience in chairing formal meetings. business days prior Applicants should also be familiar with the District Council of Mallala Development Plan and have auction or at of thethe process by which development applications are assessed against the Plan. an to understanding place of auction 30 Candidates should include the following information with their application: minutes before sale.

• a Curriculum Vitae outlining relevant qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience; • a summary of the benefits the candidate would bring to the Panel and the development assessment process; • an indication of whether they are seeking the position of Independent Presiding Member or one of the three (3) Independent Member positions.

Existing members are eligible for reappointment.

Applications marked “Confidential” should be forwarded to Brendon Schulz, Development Services Coordinator, District Council of Mallala, PO Box 18 Mallala, SA 5502 or via email to: brendon@mallala. sa.gov.au by 5pm on Friday April 12, 2013.

For further information please contact Gary Mavrinac (General Manager Infrastructure & Planning Services) or Brendon Schulz (Development Services Coordinator) at the District Council of Mallala on 8520 3360.

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The yard also has an area put aside for vegies and has established fruit trees. The home is ready to move into so make an inspection time now.

PORT WAKEFIELD $205,000 42 Edward Street

This lovely 5 bedroom home has stacks of room and the kitchen and bathroom have just been renovated. The large as new kitchen presents exceptionally well and has ample cupboards and bench space along with an electric stove.

The lounge is situated at the front of the home and has an open fire place and plenty of windows to take advantage of the afternoon sea breezes. The fully tiled bathroom is complete with bath, vanity unit and a linen cupboard. The laundry has also been upgraded with tile surrounds and new floor coverings. All the hard areas have been done now, so just enjoy the lifestyle. The home is set on a easy care block with rear access from the back street. There are tenants in occupation at the moment and it is showing a healthy return on investment. This property is tremendously priced for a quick sale so get in and be first to inspect so YOU get the head start on purchasing this property.

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Balaklava swoops on grand final spot Minor premiers Balaklava stormed into the grand final of Wooroora men’s bowls with a strong win over Port Wakefield in the Division One second semi final.

A match which was expected to be a close affair failed to reach expectations, with Port Wakefield having to change their line-up earlier in the day following the late withdrawal of one of their skippers, Ray Murphy.

Balaklava won 83-55.

Will McPharlin (PW) proved to be Port Wakefield’s only winning skipper, accounting for Peter Thompson (B) 29-23.

Balaklava’s remaining skippers, Trevor Clifford and Barry Taylor, both had strong wins against Port Wakefield’s Mi-

THE cool change and gusty swirling winds made for a day of interesting bowls in the first week of Wooroora finals. The semi finals produced the odd upset as some of the more favoured sides went under and one very close result.

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Wooroora Men’s Bowling Association secretary chael Rankine 29-16 and Greg McPharlin 31-10, respectively.

Balaklava now moves into the grand final, with Port Wakefield now due to play Wasleys in the preliminary final next weekend.

Balaklava also has its Div 2 Blue team into the grand final.

Wasleys turns tables The first semi final featured Owen and Wasleys; sides that

had played each other only a week earlier.

In that clash, Owen had accounted for Wasleys inflicting upon them their fifth loss in a row. What difference would one week make? On this occasion Wasleys upset the favoured Owen side, taking the honours by nine shots with two rinks up.

Sherri Nicolai (W) had a close 23-21 result against Neil

Harkness (O) while Dave Olive (W) succumbed to Glen Bubner (O) 25-22. However, Wayne Grady’s (W) good 26-16 win over Tim Harkness (O) swayed the match in Wasleys’ direction.

This win, apart from snapping their losing streak, earned Wasleys the right to play in next week’s preliminary final while bringing to an end Owen’s season.

First semi final: Wasleys 71 (S. Nicolai 23, D. Olive 22, W. Grady 26) def. Owen 62 (N. Harkness 21, G. Bubner 25, T. Harkness 16).

Second semi final: Balaklava 83 (T. Clifford 29, P. Thompson 23, B. Taylor 31) def. Port Wakefield 55 (M. Rankine 16, W. McPharlin 29, G. McPharlin 10). n Continued page 22

DAVID Lauricella bowls for Owen on Saturday, in the Division One first semi final.

Mallala White takes out junior premiership

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The annual Yacka Bowling Club Men’s Fours, playing for the Gig Fuller Memorial Trophy (better known as the T-bone tournament), held on Tuesday March 4, had unexpected visitors during the second round of competition when two young men wearing pink enquired if it was possible to purchase a soft drink.

One was riding a unicycle and the other a motorbike.

n Report and more pictures, page 26

Country hospitality being what it is, the young men were invited into the clubhouse without hesitation.

These two hardy young men were none other than actor, Sam Johnson, riding for his sister and raising funds for breast cancer research (www.loveyoursister.org), with his support man, Leighton Thomas.

Sam and his crew were cordially invited to join bowlers

for lunch, where a great deal of discussion was undertaken about the challenges of their journey.

Once lunch was finished they were asked to hang around for a short while until the current competition round was completed, so a photo could be taken with all the players. n Continued page 27

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