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Wednesday, April 24 2013
STAR OF THE NORTH
LEST WE FORGET
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old. Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them.
Mallala’s war time heritage THE small township of Mallala has played such an important role in Australia’s war time history. It’s impressive World War I monument, dedicated to 10 local men who died “in defence of home and liberty” famously stands as a silent sentinel where roads meet in the town, always a reminder of all who have been part of Australia’s conflicts over the years. Mallala’s role in World War II also was very significant, as base for a RAAF training school.
The image above, possibly taken in 1944, shows No 6 Service Flying School, with many planes gathered at the airfield, where dozens of buildings stood. The township of Mallala can be seen in the background of this picture, reproduced here through the courtesy of Mallala Museum. • It was appropriate on the eve of ANZAC day that Vietnam veteran and Mallala resident Peter Luxon should visit the memorial with grandson, Cameron Luxon.
n surviving changi – military historian denis gathercole’s poignant tale – page 11 n local anzac day services – page 10
Arson investigation in school fire
INVESTIGATIONS are continuing to find the person or people responsible for deliberately setting a building at Balaklava High School on fire last week. The fire spread to another nearby classroom, which was also destroyed as a result. Yorke Operations Senior Sergeant, Martin Bazeley, said Kadina CIB have taken on the arson investigation, with enquiries ongoing at this stage. “We’re still working on it and we’ve spoken to a number of people, who are helping us with our enquiries,” Sgt Bazeley said.
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