Plains Producer - July 10, 2013

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Wednesday, July 10, 2013

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Pipeline to prosperity

PICTURE: Lisa Redpath WORKERS lay another pipe in the trench near Port Wakefield.

TRENCHING work is continuing on the 43km pipeline from the existing upper Wakefield storage tank near Auburn to the Port Wakefield township, via Balaklava and Bowmans.

About 40 workers from Leed Engineering and Construction are on various sites along the stretch of the $17.1million project.

An SA Water spokesperson confirmed all of the specially designed pipe required to form the water supply channel had arrived on site. About three kilometres of the pipe has now been laid.

Contractors can install up to 600-700 metres of pipe per day, although this is reliant on soil types.

All major machinery has also arrived on site,

including heavy trenching machinery and excavators.

Many workers are staying locally, supporting businesses.

The upgraded water supply will boost future residential and industrial growth (see story below) in Balaklava and Port Wakefield and aid commercial development at the Bowmans Intermodal site.

The project has been funded with Federal government support, with the Wakefield Regional Council partnering with SA Water to receive a grant through the Regional Development Australia Fund last year.

Works on the pipeline between Auburn and the Port Wakefield township are expected to be completed by mid 2014.

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Proposed $9 million poultry farm plans 24 sheds, offering 20 jobs PLANS to build a free range chicken farm near Balaklava, which would include the construction of 24 growing sheds, have been lodged in a development application with Wakefield Regional Council.

Southern Free Range, in conjunction with corporate chicken producer, Steggles, lodged the application with council last month.

The estimated value of the development is about $9 million and expected to employ 20

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Les Pearson reports:

people. The free range chicken farm would be based on a 251 hectare site between Whitwarta and Saints, about eight kilometres from Balaklava.

Each of the 24 proposed sheds would be 184 metres long and 15.15 metres wide, accommodating about 45,000 birds, totalling more than a million animals on site at any

Who won our holiday?

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Andy in the winner’s zone

BALAKLAVA’S Andy Michael added another feather to his coaching cap, guiding the Central Zone to victory in the State Country Football Championships held at Port Pirie over the weekend.

Seven players from the Adelaide Plains represented the zone, including Caleb Howell (Virginia), Angus Bruggemann, Joel Montgomerie, Jordan Clements (Mallala), Heath Pym (United), Lachy Michael and Les Pearson (Balaklava).

Bruggemann, Montgomerie and Howell were selected in the State Country squad, while Lachy Michael claimed the Central Zone’s best under 21 trophy.

The Central Zone team conceded only six goals for the carnival, defeating Southern Districts for the first time since 2006, going on to also win the event in the same year. n All the details in Sport

one particular time. Nine other administrative and storage buildings are also proposed in the development application, along with a car park for staff.

The construction of three managers’ residencies is included in the proposal, although final details for that particular building were yet to be finalised. n Continued Page 4

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Mallala mourns loss of champion n Special tribute, page 7

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Council will decide on rates, spending WAKEFIELD Regional Council will decide whether to adopt the proposed Budget, including a rate rise of 10.5 per cent for the coming financial year, at a special meeting tonight (Wednesday).

Two notices of motion from councillors will also be considered.

Western Ward councillor, Richard Pain, lodged a motion to adopt an alternative rates model, which applies to council’s Long Term Financial Plan (LTFP).

According to the draft LTFP, ratepayers can expect rate increases of 10.5 per cent in 2013/14 and 2014/15.

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This will be followed with a 9.5 per cent rate increase in 2015/16, 6.5 per cent in 2016/17 and 2017/18, with rate increases reducing to 4.8 per cent from 2019/20 onwards.

Cr Pain’s alternative rates model proposes increase of 6.5 per cent in 2013/14 and 2014/15, with increases of seven per cent in 2015/16 and 2016/17, before reducing to 4.8 per cent.

A motion to cap rate rises at 15 per cent from Central Ward councillor, Owen Chapman, will also be considered.

While a 10.5 per cent

rate increase has been proposed for the coming financial year, this figure is taken as an average, with some properties’ rates rising by less, and others by more than the 10.5 per cent increase.

WRC currently offers rate rebates to keep rate increases below the 20 per cent figure.

Cr Chapman lodged the motion under the belief that rate increases of up to 20 per cent will be too high on ratepayers and proposed the rate rebate kick in at 15 per cent.

The meeting starts at 6.30pm.

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YORKE and Mid North police are asking for public help during the July school holidays when increased opportunity for crimes arises.

Police will be increasing their patrols of schools.

However, with more than 100 education sites in the Yorke Mid North region, police are seeking support to help keep schools safe and secure.

Community members are encouraged to report any suspicious activity at the time it is occurring by contacting the Police Assistance Line on 131 444.

Similarly, if you have any information which may assist police investigations, you are asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Pam and Murray Kirkland receive details of their holiday from Landmark’s Chris Kannenberg (right).

Murray and Pam win our Tumby Bay holiday

Murray and Pam Kirkland, of Balaklava, are the lucky winners of the Plains Producer’s “Shop locally and win a Tumby Bay holiday.”

They win a four day stay at Modra’s apartments, Tumby Bay, with a trip to Eyre Peninsula courtesy of Sea SA and fishing with Mad Keen Fishing Charters.

Murray and Pam shopped at many local stores, but their lucky ticket was dropped in at Landmark Balaklava.

“I had just inquired about another holiday but that trip was booked out, then Lisa from the Plains Producer phoned us to say we’d won this holiday instead,” said Pam. “We can’t believe our names were drawn out – it’s very exciting.”

Pam had seen the competition in the Plains Producer, but she said Murray wasn’t too sure about entering.

Then when he was making purchases at local businesses, he thought

“what the heck” and put his tickets in.

“It pays to shop locally, and we’ll continue to do so,” said Pam. The winning entry was drawn from hundreds by Goodyear Autocare Balaklava proprietor Roly Francis and Plains Producer sales representative, Lisa Curnow.

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NEWS v District

HERE’S FOUR LOCAL MEN WHO ARE BOWEL CANCER SURVIVORS. WHAT DO THEY SAY ABOUT taking a test and getting a health check?

Just do it!

Louise Michael reports:

SO who amongst you have had a few issues “down there?” Not something we all want to talk about – but the four men pictured above are doing just that in an effort to encourage more people to check for bowel cancer.

Recently the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program (NBCSP) introduced 60 year olds to the current eligible age groups of 50, 55 and 65 to receive a letter and free kit to test for bowel cancer, provided by the Australian Government.

According to Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW), in 2010 bowel cancer was the second most common cause of cancer deaths in Australia, second to lung cancer.

In 2012, bowel cancer was the second most common diagnosed cancer in Australia, second to prostate cancer.

The risk increases significantly in people aged over 50, and can affect both men and women. Early detection through screening and personal observations, is the best way to reduce bowel cancer mortality rates.

Often there are no symptoms, or they go unnoticed, which is why the disease is hard to detect and is often

called a “silent killer.” Symptoms include traces of blood in faecal matter, changes in bowel movements or a general feeling of being unwell.

The four Balaklava men, who have all had bowel cancer diagnosed in the past year, know all too well what this disease can do.

All four had received screening kits at different times, and used them.

The most common symptom was traces of blood in faeces, with all saying they had no other symptoms or family history of the disease, but agreed good personal observation and positive action was the key to treating the disease and ultimately being cured.

“Looking back, I probably waited four or five months before I told the doctor something wasn’t right,” said Dean Hill.

“The more people become aware of even the very smallest symptoms, the better.

“My specialist strongly believes the most accurate test is a colonoscopy, which I had, and while the screening test is good, blood has to actually be in that sample for the

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disease to be detected. My previous test results had been negative, so I was lucky it hadn’t spread to lymph nodes or anywhere else.”

A colonoscopy is a short day surgery procedure, allowing endoscopic examination of the large bowel and distal part of the small bowel with CCD camera or fibre

optic camera. It provides visual diagnosis of the areas and provides an opportunity for a biopsy or removal of suspected cancerous lesions.

Dene Newton, who has only recently returned home from surgery, said he had no real symptoms either, but went to the doctor and was referred for a colonoscopy too.

“I wasn’t well with the medication for the colonoscopy, so ended

n THE bottom line is ... take the test, see a doctor, say (from left) Dean Hill, Dene Newton, Mel Haynes and Malcolm Lamond.

up having a CT scan which found a growth on my bowel, and when they operated, found another one,” he said.

“A blood test is an indication too, but isn’t always reliable. A colonoscopy can also pick up pre-cancerous polyps and haemorrhoids, and if cancer is found in them, it can be a precursor to bowel cancer.”

Malcolm Lamond received his first kit and when he used it, the result was positive.

“My cancer had been there for probably three or four years and by the time I received it, and did the test, it had already spread.”

When Malcolm finished his chemotherapy in January, his specialist found secondary cancers in two lymph nodes and two spots on his liver. He has had them removed recently and has been given the all clear. “I thought I was bullet proof and nothing would happen to me,” he said.

“But my advice to people is to make sure you use the kit when you get it, and be very aware of your health. Go to the doctor and have

a check up – you can always have a colonoscopy as a precaution.”

Local stock agent, Mel Haynes, has only recently returned to work after surgery for bowel cancer.

He received his first kit in December 2012, and used it in March, and even though he felt fine, the result was positive.

“My doctor sent me straight for a colonoscopy, then to a specialist for a CT scan, and later an MRI, to see if it had spread, which luckily it hadn’t,” said Mel. “Luckily it was caught early so I don’t have to have any further treatment, other than regular check ups.”

All four men strongly encourage men and women to use the free testing kit when they receive it, and also visit their GP for a blood test and check up.

“It’s a treatable disease if it’s caught early, so don’t leave it until it’s too late,” said Malcolm.

Kits are sent out to people who are registered with Medicare or who hold a Veterans Affairs card.

People aged 70 will be added to the program in July 2015, and from then, the government will begin shifting the screening intervals from the current five years to two.

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Proposed chicken farm Beware new scam to house a million birds DISTRICT POLICE NEWS

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CRIME STOPPERS 1800 333 000

If you receive a call from a government department claiming that you are entitled to reclaim overpaid tax or bank fees, hang up. It is a scam from overseas.

Two elderly South Australians have recently fallen victim to this scam.

Victims receive a call on their home phone. The caller claims they work for the Australian Taxation Office, or another government department.

They claim you are entitled to a refund, since you paid taxes for many years.

The amount you are entitled to will be about $5000, but you are required to pay a fee to claim the money.

The scammers are contacting the elderly hoping they are vulnerable and more susceptible to their lies.

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Winemakers knocked back on visitor centre THE proposal from the Clare Valley Winemakers Association to run the region’s visitor information centre was turned down by Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council recently.

CGVC chief executive officer, Roy Blight, said council voted unanimously against pursuing the CVWA proposal due to significant ongoing investment from council.

Council has since invited expressions of interest for the provision of visitor information services via a service level agreement.

This would include a negotiated scope of services and financial contribution from council, should it be required.

BHS drama students tackle youth issues Balaklava High School’s senior drama production, “DAGS,” is on Wednesday, July 24 at Balaklava Town Hall.

The production is about 16 year old Gillian, a girl who is a dag, misfit, and very “uncool.”

She is worried about not having a boyfriend and not fitting in with the crowd.

The production, featuring students Bianca Stewart and Taylor Fabry sharing the role of Gillian, will determine whether she can triumph over her inner demons.

Tickets are available at the school for $10 for adults, and $7 for children under 14. Supper will be provided.

•From Page 1 One-day-old birds are to be delivered to the site, where they are grown for up to 45 days, reading a live weight of about three kilograms.

Southern Free Range has indicated it would provide

power to the site from the Port Wakefield to Balaklava Road power supply.

Water consumed by the site will be supplied from the new Auburn to Port Wakefield pipeline.

An odour impact statement

prepared by Pacific Environment Limited was also provided.

“The model results…show compliance with the relevant South Australian odour criteria,” the statement noted.

“There is a high degree of confidence in the results since

the assessment included several conservative assumptions in the emissions estimation.”

Applicant, Paul Centenera, preferred not to comment until the development had council approval, which is likely to decided at some stage next month.

Victor was Snowtown’s “Mr Fix-It” Victor Large was born on December 17, 1920 in the English village of Old Brampton, to parents Leonard and Ada. He had two siblings, brother Gersham and sister Hilda.

The family lived on a farm, and Victor and his brother would help with farm chores, including milking cows, and delivering the milk, before going to school.

He was a bright student, but when he was 14, Victor was taken out of school by his father to work on the farm.

At the age of 17, his parents bought a butcher’s shop where Victor then worked. He left butchering when the war broke out, and joined the Royal Air Force as a flight mechanic.

Victor worked his way up to a Flight Sergeant, working on Spitfire, Lancaster and Mosquito airplanes. At the end of the war, he spent time in Germany with the rebuilding force, helping local farmers repair or modify their equipment because parts were not available.

Victor married Joyce in April 1942, and they later had four children, Alan, Patricia, Jane and Michael.

After the war, and Victor had returned to England, he worked as plant inspector for an earthmoving and plant hiring company. His job was to repair old broken down ma-

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17/12/1920 – 15/5/2013 chinery, and would often have to travel all over the country, working in all types of weather and conditions.

Victor changed jobs and worked at the local sand pit, and while working on an excavator, got his arm trapped in the working gears of the machinery.

At that time, doctors were trying out new microsurgery, and as a form of skin graft, his arm was sewn to his stomach to enable new skin to grow.

After many operations, Victor’s hand was saved, but due to the nerve damage, his hand would turn blue in the cold weather and give him a lot of pain.

To keep his hand warm, Victor would wear a sock on it, however the pain was so bad, the doctors said the hand would either have to be removed, or he needed to move to a warmer climate.

In a brave move, everything was sold and the family moved to Australia in 1961.

Victor moved here under the “Ten Pound Pom” scheme, as assisted migration scheme that operated in Australia after World War II, whereby adults

paid 10 pounds and children travelled free, to live in Australia. The move was a huge gamble for the young family, but Victor was determined for them to become “Australians,” so decided not to settle where all other migrants were settling.

The family initially arrived in Perth and saw a Caltex Service Station in Snowtown SA was for sale in the paper.

They boarded the ship again and set sail for SA , travelled to Snowtown and bought the service station.

Victor and Joyce worked hard and built the business up, becoming well known as the respected local Fiat tractor and Ford dealership.

Victor was known as “Mr Fix it” – he could repair anything, or if parts couldn’t be found, he’d make a part to fit.

He could make something out of nothing, and his experience

as a mechanic in the air force helped his garage work in Snowtown.

Victor dabbled in bee keeping and mining, and was often seen drag netting on Tickera beach or rabbit shooting on the salt flats at Snowtown.

He used his excavator to build the marina and prawn farms at Port Broughton and Tumby Bay. He was always willing to help others out and do someone a “good turn,” and lived by the motto that “hard work never hurt anyone.”

While at Snowtown, Victor joined the Masonic Lodge and was worshipful Master three times during his association.

He was also a member of the RSL, joining the Snowtown branch in 1962.

Eventually Victor and Joyce sold up at Snowtown and moved to Crystal Brook, building up a farm there. Victor joined the local branch of RSL and became a long serving President.

In his late 80s, and after three knee replacements, the farm was sold and they moved into Crystal Brook township, where Victor played bowls, and was a keen member and at one stage, President. Due to lack of mobility, he had to reluctantly give up bowls.

Victor passed away, aged 92, on May 15 in Crystal Brook Hospital.

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They say you feel better when you have a haircut or new hairstyle.

This is true for two Balaklava locals, who feel really good (although slightly colder!) after losing their long and thick hair, but it was all for a good cause.

Balaklava’s Tenayah Renshaw’s long locks, and Steve Guy’s mangy mop, finally got the chop on June 29, in their joint fundraising efforts for “Canteen.”

The duo, who grew their hair for a year without a cut, hoped to raise $2000, but were thrilled to raise more than $8,000, from online donations, charity tins and an auction on the “lopping” auction night at Balaklava Sports Club.

Steve not only had his head hair shaved, but his chest waxed – well bits of it anyway - thanks to auctioneer Peter Butterfield!

Tenayah has sent her locks to “Pantene Beautiful Lengths” program, where her hair will be turned into a wig for a cancer sufferer who has lost her hair.

The duo thanked everyone who donated to this great cause, and supported their fundraising efforts.

“The support we had was overwhelming,” said Tenayah.

Well done to the duo, who are now on the look out for warm beanies!

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Balaklava’s Steve Guy and Tenayah Renshaw sport their new hairdo, shaved for a cause.

Owen

Showcasing the town

• The Information Bay, (across from the hotel) now has brochures available, detailing services, facilities and businesses in and around Owen. But that’s not all!

• Owen History brochures are also available, showcasing the history of local churches, schools and the railway.

GPS co-ordinates are included for those people who might like to go looking for the original sites.

Well done to the locals who have put these brochures together. red cross news

Calling all cooks

Australian Red Cross’ “Big Cake Bake” is coming up on Monday, August 26.

Red Cross members, supporters, community groups, schools and everyday cooks will make a difference for people in need, simply by cooking, sharing and enjoying delicious homemade treats as part of the Bake.

Many celebrities and TV chefs are joining the Bake, including Kate Ritchie, Maggie Beer and Poh Ling Yeow.

Events can be held anytime in August, although the official day is August 26.

If you’d like to be involved, register at www.bigcakebake.org. au or phone 1800 652 635.

(And if you have any flops or leftovers, don’t waste them! Feel free to bring them into the Producer office and we’ll eat them for you!)

CORNY CORNER

What do you call a fake noodle?

An impasta!

AB C DID YOU KNOW? – If you try to say the alphabet without moving your lips or tongue, every letter will sound the same. (Now, who just tried that? I did!)

Port Wakefield Young Balaklava mum, Rhiannon Barry, has taken up the challenge to be involved in the primary school’s Community Mentoring Program.

If anyone else would like to help and has some spare time each week, please phone Karen on 8867 1012.

Brinkworth Mark your diaries for the “Whole Town” Sales Day on September 8.

Details to come at a later date.

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Safety and security advice

Birthday Joy, Joy, Joy

Local police officer, Brevet Sergeant Peta Giles, is holding a number of safety presentations.

4 Personal Safety” today, July 10 at 1.30pm in the hospital LAG room; 4“Business Security and Safety” tomorrow July 11 at 7.30pm in the Community Club; 4“Farm Security” on July 18 at 7.30pm in the Community Club.

Phone Peta on 8865 2100 for details.

Local lady, Joy Veitch, celebrated her 80th birthday on Monday, but not before having numerous parties! As you do.

Joy, who is in her 50th year of playing golf at Balaklava, fittingly had her “first” party at the golf club last Thursday, then another one with family on Saturday, and the third on Monday with friends.

I wonder how many parties Joy will have when she turns 100?

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Out with the old, in with the new, and a look-a-like, all in one! What can we say about this stud muffin? He’s such a happy-go-lucky, super type of man, and such a good sport to boot, he should be known as “Jolly Roger.” But instead, he’s known as Roger Hahn, owner of Mid North Tyres at Balaklava. After all these years, Roger still has a mop of black hair, and now sports a “mustacca,” just like his idol, Super Mario!

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A local man attended a recent Port Power match and when he realised he was on the big screen, held up his GO POWER sign, but little did he know, it was upside down! Dah! (Some would say that’s typical of a Port supporter, but I wouldn’t!)

So he didn’t feel quite so silly, his boss, who recently travelled to Gulnare with the Pink Ladies to meet Shane Crawford, held her GO CRAWF sign upside down too, took a photo for our Port man, and chanted “J Olly, Olly, Olly, oi oi oi.”

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Golden result for weight loss heroes

Over the last 10 weeks 18 local people have taken the challenge to lose weight and become fitter and healthier in our “Flab to Fab” challenge.

Changing your diet is not easy, and increasing your exercise in winter is no easy challenge. But that is exactly what the group did, and they did it well.

In just 10 weeks the group combined lost 91.5 kilograms! Or a total of more than six percent body weight.

Using the phrase, “worth your weight in gold” that’s $4 million dollars worth of gold at current prices. Eureka!

Interestingly, according to Wikipedia, the average weight of a tiger’s prey is exactly 91.5kg.

Looks like we’ve dodged that bullet too.

The leader of the challenge in body weight percentage loss was Alf Bennett with a loss of 11.34 per cent, followed

by Doug Hall 11.06, Katrina Loy 10.42, Jackie Parker 9.55, Ooge Edwards 9.47, Naomi Purdue 8.10, Ian Michael 7.34, Jenny Young 6.32,

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Plains Producer manager, Andrew Manuel, recently shed 10 kilograms in 10 weeks in a personal weightloss quest. Then he aimed to have others join him in a combined effort. Here’s the results, showing an amazing success rate for the group.

Jodi Williamson 5.61, David Hamdorf 5.49, Eleanor Burford 4.83, Anne Read 4.51, Glenice Young 4.17, Jan Young 4.05, Margaret Manuel 3.97, Sharon Hill 3.10, Anne-Marie Paech 1.35.

The best news is everyone lost weight. Unfortunately, we used no secret recipe or special formula for weight loss.

It came back to the basics: eat less energy than you burn to lose weight. Then to maintain your weight, eat the same amount as you burn. The

hardest part is will power.

Thanks to everyone who took part in the challenge. It wasn’t easy, but hopefully it was worthwhile.

Maybe you are looking to do your own challenge – and here is your chance.

Penny Mathew, from Happy Hearts Fitness who trains in Mallala, is now coming to Balaklava on Wednesday mornings.

She is running classes for all ages. Give her a call on 0407 818 782 for more details.

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Music ‘pathway’ at the port Musical Pathways, part of the David Footlight Youth Theatre project, is coming to Salt of the Earth Cafe at Port Wakefield on Saturday, July 20, at noon.

Musical Pathways is aimed at musicians aged between 16 to 24, who are at the stage where they are ready to start performing, and making music their career.

There are also opportunities for people interested in photography and film making to participate.

The project brings industry experts to the Yorke Peninsula and surrounding areas to run one-day seminars in their area of expertise.

Participants need to commit to the six month project, which will have

once-a-month workshops, with homework in between.

The first seminar, “Sound Engineering for Live Shows,” is at Port Wakefield, with a live gig afterwards from 6 - 8pm.

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SANTFA's executive officer Alex Milner-Smyth, with Halbury farmer and SANTFA Lower North rep, Tom Robinson, SANTFA R&D manager Greg Butler and Mallala farmer, Paul Lush.

Farmers gather to ‘talk the walk’ ABOUT 40 local farmers got a closer look at a range of innovative practices and technologies other growers in the district are applying of late as part of the Lower North SA No-Till Farmer’s Association (SANTFA) Crop Walk last Friday.

SANFTA Crop Walks give attendees a great opportunity to see how new technologies and systems are integrated into the enterprises of grain growers, helping them to understand how WAtchman farmer Kingsley Cottle and Dan Martens, from to build more profitable and Centre State, check a Lush canola crop at Mallala. resilient farm businesses.

The day started at the Mallala farm of Richard Konzag, ENJOYING who presented information on lunch are (from his Conservapak seeder using left) Graham knife points and press wheels, Whenan, of followed by a report on a disc Infield Ag, David versus tynes trial.

Evans, AWB This was followed by a presenAdelaide, and tation on a John Deere 1890 Disc Mallala farmer Machine with liquid fertiliser John Lush. delivery system and discussion about a Shelbourne Reynolds the way they learn the most is by stuff has been around for a couple stripper head by Paul Lush, also seeing and hearing from leading of years but some of the minor near Mallala. modifications like incorporating farmers,” he said.

Ben Marshman then showed “They tend to trust other the liquid fertiliser systems, is off his Case IH Single disc seeder farmers more so than they do getting quite new.” and touched on the impact of government motherhood stateSANFTA executive officer, using chicken litter as fertiliser. ments (and) commercial sales Alex Milner-Smyth, said speakThe group headed to Adrian stuff they get hit with all the time. ers are sourced with help from reMcCabe’s Hamley Bridge farm “When a farmer is talking to all gional SANTFA representatives. for a gander at his Serafin Seeder, these other guys, his integrity as a Halbury grower, Tom Robinson, then over to Mark Greenshields’ person and a community member is regional representative for the property to peruse the benefits of is on the line. He’s not out there Lower North. his Seed Hawk.

Ms Milner-Smyth said growwith any vested interest in sales, Finally, Callum March round- so there’s a higher degree of ers were happy to share knowled out the day discussing the confidence in what he’s saying.” edge. home made liquid fertiliser de“A majority of the time, they Mr Butler also chipped in from livery system on his NDF single time to time throughout the day, are and despite the fact the averdisc seeder. helping provide more informa- age farmer isn’t generally willSANTFA research and devel- tion when he could. ing to be a public speaker, they opment manager, Greg Butler, “Our role is one of co-ordi- understand the importance of said growers are ideal teachers nating it but also stimulating spreading information,” she said. for fellow farmers.

Mr Butler said the turnout for discussion, adding commentary “In a general sense, it’s really and providing a bit of techni- the day was good. about using the efforts of the cal back-up to what the farmer “The farming program these leading guys, because we know knows but might not know how days is more intense than it used farmers get bombarded with a to explain it.” to be, so getting free days is really lot of information. We also know “A lot of this disc seeding tough,” he said.

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CHECKING a John Deere 1890 disc machine are (from left) Balaklava farmer Callum March, Bradley Lowe, of Integrated Solutions and Gavin Branson, Gawler Farm Machinery.

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NEWS v District Mallala Football Club and supporters mourn the loss of Christian Rimmer

‘Outstanding club person and outgoing personality’ Les Pearson, as both an opponent and an APFL team mate of Christian Rimmer, presents this tribute: BLACK and white armies from Mallala and Salisbury Football Clubs will unite tomorrow to farewell a much-loved and respected footballer and person after Christian Rimmer took his own life last week, aged 28.

Christian arrived at Mallala Football Club in 2008, joining the Magpies after a season with Gawler South.

He had grown up and played his earlier football at Salisbury.

Mallala Football Club president, Neil Tiller, said members and players would form a guard of honour at Christian’s funeral.

His impact on the Adelaide Plains club will never be forgotten, the co-captain a mentor for junior players throughout his time there.

“He had that ability to settle them down and take them under his wing,” Mr Tiller said.

Christian was president of the club’s social committee for two years and also served on the club’s general committee.

“He wasn’t just a player but very involved in the club,” Mr Tiller said.

“He was really a driver of the playing group and that’s why he had that senior leadership role.

“Some of the stalwarts of the club really liked him as he would always have a word with them, he could talk to any age group and felt relaxed doing it.

“He could be chatting to a few of the young players and next thing you know, he’s talking to a bunch of 70-year-olds.

“It didn’t take long for him to make a big impression on people.”

CHRISTIAN RIMMER

Honours

Salisbury FC: 100 game player, 2001 A grade premiership player, 200203 best and fairest.

Mallala FC: 81 matches, 2009-10 A grade premiership player, coach’s trophy 2008, co-captain 2010-13, 2009 equal best and fairest, 2010 best team man, 2012 runner up best and fairest.

Other honours: APFL player 20082012 including best player 2011, Central Zone representative 2008 and 2011. n CHRISTIAN RIMMER as we remember him, clockwise from top – with the ANZAC medal from April 2010, the famous No 5 flies for a mark against Two Wells, with team mates Joel Montgomerie, front, and Liam Whitwell and in action for the Adelaide Plains Football league association team.

Since news of Christian’s passing filtered throughout the community last Tuesday, counselling sessions were organised on Thursday night to help cope with the initial shock and subsequent grief.

“After Thursday’s counselling session, a few people realised a lot of others are going through the same emotions, asking the same questions,” Mr Tiller said.

“It started to open up with people beginning to talk about it and get over the raw emotions.

“I think it did help. It broke the ice and made us all address what happened and got away from that sense of disbelief and a sense of reality.

“These emotions are going to

be a reality and everyone’s going to have them to a different degree.

“I think the important thing is we have to be mindful of each other, stick together and support one another.”

The club has committed ongoing support to players and members, with more counselling sessions likely.

“It’s not going to finish at the funeral,” Mr Tiller said.

“We will get back to the club together, after the funeral, maybe have a meal and try to go through the team and get back to some sort of routine.

“We will certainly have our coaches and training staff keeping

an eye on the playing group and close friends as a whole, as they’re the ones probably most affected I think. We’ve got months of keeping an eye on one another and hopefully we can look after these guys and give them support and advice.”

Mr Tiller said he would remember Christian for his outstanding example of a true club person and outgoing personality.

“Trying to get the microphone back off him at social functions was always hard,” he laughed.

“That’s one of the memories I will have of him, he had the microphone in his hand and could work the crowd with it. The other is his ability on the football field. He was

Searching for the answers WHEN someone we know or love takes their own life, along with the myriad of emotions to race through our minds, the question we’re often left with is ... why?

Understanding how someone arrives at such a decision seems impossible.

Having been in that very situation, where he was weighing up whether life was worth living any more, Lincoln* provided some insight into just what at least some of these people experience.

“Ending a 13-year relationship with my wife, whom I’d lost my respect for, I was only hanging on for my kids’ sake but knew I had to get away,” he explained.

“I had been sad for four years prior as I watched my marriage self-destruct and nothing I could do was going to fix it.”

The inevitable happened soon after, the marriage ended and the depression became more prominent.

“For the first couple of months after leaving her, I knew I wasn’t well but I knew I had to Plains Producer, Wednesday July 10, 2013

keep fighting off any feelings I had for her,” Lincoln described.

“The heartache of missing my kids was becoming unbearable.”

The symptoms slowly became stronger, insomnia took over and suicidal thoughts started to creep in.

“I was going through four or five nights in a row where I had no sleep at all,” Lincoln said.

“I was miserable. I was evaluating my existence and whether it was even worth going on, I had no self-esteem and no vision for the future.

“I felt that I had lost everything. One night, I was looking over the city lights and thinking of jumping off a cliff. The next day scared the hell out of me that I had gotten that bad.”

Like many men suffering depression, he did not seek help or discuss his problems with anyone to any great extent.

“I kept it hidden, I didn’t want to burden others with my problems,” Lincoln said.

“Some parts I elaborated slightly but my

general state of mind I kept to myself.”

While he was aware of the various support services out there, upholding his workload held priority.

“It was going to be a pain getting to places as they were open during my working hours,” Lincoln said.

“I was still trying to maintain my stability at work, it was my escape from my troubles.”

One day, literally out of the blue, something clicked. I was halfway through my second pint at the pub one day and said to myself ‘I don’t feel like having a beer today’,” Lincoln recalled.

“With that, I began walking home and thought to myself ‘why don’t you stop worrying about what you’ve lost and concentrate on what you still have’. From that day onwards my attitude and mood changed.

“I began having my kids more often and for longer periods, I felt a weight had been lifted off of my shoulders and that I had some direction in my life.”

just the complete package if you ever wanted a club person.”

The loss of Christian is certain to be felt at the club for some time to come, especially amongst the closely-knit playing group.

“This will be the hard thing, getting the guys back up again,” Mr Tiller said.

“Not just for football but for themselves personally. There’s a lot who were touched by him and that’s because he was such a good mate to everybody.

“I think, as a community, if we can learn from it, what to watch out for, it’s probably an important factor.”

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After considering ending it all only months earlier, he has turned a new leaf in his book of life and had the following advice: “Don’t ever be afraid to open up to someone who you might feel comfortable with, never be afraid to tell your loved ones that you love them, never feel worthless,” Lincoln said.

“My 10-year-old daughter is my rock, even with my dad passing she spent the week with me and each time I looked like I was going to be upset, she’d do or say something silly just to make me not cry.

“I look at my kids and the smile they have every time we see each other means the world to me.” * Name changed for privacy reasons www.plainsproducer.com.au

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A project to establish an open surface recreational bike/ pedestrian path in Rhynie will be recommended for $68,530 of funding.

The funding from Round Five of the Regional Development Australia Fund has been allocated to the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council for a project which meets the funding criteria. Applications close July 22.

Councillors unanimously selected the Rhynie Path project to be the funding recipient. The project had previously been brought to the council for consideration and involves the establishment of

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Plans for the proposed path at Rhynie, which will connect with the Rattler Trail.

an open surface recreational path suitable for cyclists and pedestrians.

The path will link from the old Rhynie railway station site, traversing about 1.4km along Station Road to the northern end of Rhynie, travelling along the eastern side of Horrocks Highway before crossing over to the western side and terminating at the Rhynie Hotel.

“An extension of this pathway can then travel east on the Riverton Road and meet with the Rattler Trail crossing, an additional 1.4km in length, approximately,” council’s manager, development,

infrastructure and environment Grant McKenzie said.

Rhynie Improvement Scheme chairman Grant Hovey said the committee was overjoyed at council’s decision to apply for the funding to be used for the path.

“We have been pushing for a footpath for the past 10 years, so we are extremely pleased this may now happen, if the project application is approved

by Regional Development Australia,” he said.

“It ties in very nicely because it connects with the Rattler Trail providing a safer pathway for cyclists and walkers.”

Samantha’s job plaudits

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NANTAWARRA local Samantha Nicholls is making a name for herself in Adelaide’s business world after taking out a prestigious award at one of South Australia’s leading accounting and advisory firms.

Samantha was named William Buck SA’s 2013 Employee of the Year at the firm’s annual end of financial year celebration last week, acknowledging her significant contribution to the firm.

The award recognises the employee who demonstrates outstanding professional service to clients and leadership among colleagues, as well as contributing to the local community.

Samantha said being recognised among 150 of her colleagues was a huge honour and she was extremely humbled by the award.

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“I am still quite overwhelmed by it all,” Samantha said.

“To be acknowledged by the whole director group was wonderful, and it shows hard work does pay off.

“The team at William Buck has been like a second family to me – they’ve been extremely supportive and want to see you succeed.”

Samantha, who began her career with William Buck in 2007 as a University of Adelaide Commerce graduate, has quickly moved up the ranks and was promoted to the role of manager leading up to the award, another significant achievement in just seven years with the firm.

Samantha credits her career success to the skills gained from playing sport at an elite level.

The former South Australian Sports Institute (SASI) netball

scholarship holder and threetime premiership player with Contax netball club, understands the importance of working in a team and the commitment required to achieve excellence.

Now back playing locally, Samantha is A1 playing coach of Hummocks Netball Club in the Adelaide Plains Netball Association, and has led the team to two grand finals, which resulted in a premiership in 2011.

Managing director, Jamie McKeough ,said Samantha was an extremely hard working and committed employee who provided enormous support to her colleagues.

“Samantha has developed rapidly in a short amount of time and in the last 12 months has taken her career to a new level,” Jamie said.

“We’ve placed greater re-

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sponsibility on her and in particular, she has been required to manage more complex client requirements.

“At William Buck, we believe in developing our staff and providing them with opportunities to progress their career with the firm and Samantha is a great example of this. As a firm with strong rural and regional connections it was great to see this year’s award presented to a country girl.”

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SAMANTHA Nicholls ... hard work pays off.

Mallala CWA elects leaders Mallala CWA held its AGM last Thursday, July 4, which was well attended by members.

President Margaret Marshman welcomed members and presented a report on the year’s activities and functions, and provided information on the guest n Mallala CWA president elect, Annette Halford, (left) with new secretary, Margaret Slater.

speakers who attended meetings throughout the year.

Treasurer, Yvonne Curnow, presented a financial report, prior to election of new office bearers.

Incoming office bearers elected were – president, Annette Halford; vice president, Margaret Marshman; secretary, Margaret Slater; treasurer: Yvonne Curnow.

Committee members: Merrilyn Ebbs, Lois Wasley, Jenny Mahoney and Fay Dunstan, with Merrilyn, Lois and Doris Helps also continuing on the Trading

Table committee. Fay played Song of Peace on the piano to conclude the meeting. Ladies enjoyed a delicious afternoon tea and fellowship afterwards.

Anyone interested in being a guest speaker at Mallala CWA, or joining the branch, please phone Margaret Slater on 8527 2375 or email her at margaretslater@ iprimus.com.au Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of the month in the CWA rooms adjoining the Mallala institute.

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NEWS v Balaklava

STILL WANTED: Our bank bandit New TV series here to help solve crime CAMERA crews were in Balaklava last week filming scenes for a segment on the 2008 ANZ Bank robbery, which will appear as part of a new true crime television series, “Wanted”, which debuted on Channel 10 on Monday evening.

On June 27, 2008, a masked man brandishing a high-powered weapon robbed the ANZ Bank.

The quiet but busy shopping day was transformed when police, including the elite Star Force squad, descended on the town, ordering shops to lock their doors with customers and staff inside.

The crime remains unsolved to this day.

“Wanted” reporter, Neil Mercer, was in Balaklava last week, interviewing witnesses before heading to Adelaide to speak with police.

Plains Prducer manager, Andrew Manuel, was asked to describe the events of the day and how the newspaper covered the event, which shocked the town.

“We interviewed Nicole (Gregory) at the hairdressers, who described the events of the day,” Mr Mercer said.

Ms Gregory had described how people were herded into her salon as the town went into lockdown.

“They had been instructed not to come out and she said it was quite a difficult time,” Mr Mercer said.

The episode featuring the Balaklava bank robbery is slated to screen on Monday night.

“People have been great and willing to help,” Mr Mercer said.

“I think, for this case, they want

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The quiet but busy shopping day was transformed when police, including the elite Star Force descended on the town, squad, ordering shops to lock doors with customers their and staff inside.

Police scoured the town in search of the alleged “Bicycle Bandit” who escaped through a rear door

of the bank. REaD our complete reports, with pictures, Pages 2 and more 3. n aBOvE: Pistol drawn, Balakava police officer Harwood enters the aNZ bank, with managerSteve McBride at the door.

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“People can also make a difference by getting involved.

“When you see families, who have lost one of their loved ones 10 years ago, you get the emotion from the family and it might jolt someone’s memory, even their conscience.

“There’s a strong re-enactment element by a specific drama group based on the interviews with eyewitnesses and the police.

“I think it’s going to be a good production.”

“Wanted” will feature stories on current homicide investigations, unsolved robberies, sex offences, missing persons and cold cases in general.

“It’s not just the major stuff,” Mr Mercer said.

“It will range right down from homicide to CCTV footage of some bloke robbing a service station.

“The idea is for people to phone in and provide information to help solve these crimes.

“Particularly with cold cases, relationships change.

“A couple that could have been together at the time may then have split up and the wife might be prepared to talk now, whereas 10 years ago, she might not have.”

Stories from unsolved crimes all over the nation will feature throughout the show.

“I think people are really interested in true crime,” Mr Mercer said.

“You can see that just with the books that are published.”

n NEIL Mercer presents part of his report in front of Balaklava police station and LEFT, Plains Producer manager Andrew Manuel is interviewed for the show. n INSETS ABOVE: The Plains Producer edition from July 2, 2008 and Sandra Sully on the Channel 10 website.

Upbeat on season – with an ‘if’ South Australia’s first grain crop estimate for the new season has come in at an above-average 7.6 million tonnes, almost 1 million tonnes higher than last year.

If the winter and spring rains are good, most districts have average to above average yield potential according to PIRSA’s latest Crop and Pasture Report released today.

Rainfall for May and June has been well above last year’s, combining with milder temperatures to create ideal seeding conditions across most of the State.

Primary Industries and Regions South Australia (PIRSA) grains account manager, Dave Lewis, said the mild conditions and rain through April and May enabled both crop and pastures to grow rapidly in most areas of the state.

“Temperatures during May were above average across the State with average to slightly below average temperatures during June,” Mr Lewis said.

“Above average rainfall through June, on the back of good falls in May, has meant crop areas sown dry in April have emerged well and grown rapidly.

“Most crops are further advanced than normal for this time of year, with soil moisture levels now good to excellent across the State.

“Most districts as a result have average to above average yield potential.

“The area sown to wheat has increased slightly compared to last season, with a reduction in the area sown to barley and canola.

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“Some crops have become waterlogged, particularly on Kangaroo Island, due to the well above-average June rainfall.

“Disease levels in crops are generally very low across the state, although in high rainfall areas growers are applying fungicides to bean crops to slow disease build-up.

“Early-sown cereal crops which have not received adequate nitrogen are beginning to show signs of nitrogen deficiency, particularly on light sandy soils.

“Pasture growth slowed in mid-June due to cool to cold conditions, and Red Legged Earth Mite and Lucerne Flea began to cause damage to pastures, particularly in the South East.

• To read PIRSA’s latest Crop and Pasture Report, visit www.pir.sa.gov.au/cropreport www.plainsproducer.com.au

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Horticulture groups combine The State’s leading horticultural commodity groups have come together to form a new peak body – Horticulture Coalition of SA (HCSA) – to represent their $900 million industry on issues such as water, biosecurity and other matters.

Inaugural chairman, Trevor Ranford, said the decision taken by13 horticultural commodity groups to form an overarching organisation was a major step forward.

The SA horticulture industry is worth $900 million at the farm gate, consists of 3,500 small to medium business employing 13,500 permanent and an additional 24,000 seasonal staff.

“The coalition’s role will be to take broad horticultural issues to all levels of government and the wider community,” Mr Ranford said.

The coalition will focus on the broader issues leaving the more specific issues to the individual commodity groups.

“It will be a ‘bottomup’ approach, from growers to their commodity organisations, then where relevant, to the coalition” The decision to make this group official will allow SA horticulture to have formal recognition on the new state-based agricultural organisation, Primary Producers SA which replaces the

South Australian Famers Federation.

“First priority will be to revise our Horticulture Blueprint, securing food production and supply for SA to 2020 and beyond with a very specific focus on biosecurity, water, planning and the high costs of doing business as faced by our growers,” Mr Ranford said.

Several of these issues will be actively pursued during the forthcoming Federal election campaign, including market access, imports, the supermarket duopoly, biosecurity and food labelling.

HCSA also wants to work in partnership with the State government and

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A management group will consist of chairman Trevor Ranford, Angelo Demasi from Adelaide Produce Market, Geoffrey Fuller, from Nursery and Garden Industry SA and Mike Redmond, from GrowSA.

groups. These groups have been joined by Adelaide Produce Markets, SA Chamber of Fruit and Vegetables and Women in Horticulture to make up the inaugural members.

“We look forward to involving other commodities in the near future”

Local Weather day forecast – Balaklava

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Outlook: Areas of rain extending across the State, contracting to the east on Sunday and clearing from the northeast on Monday. Scattered showers to follow over the southern agricultural area, becoming isolated on Monday with isolated showers over the northern agricultural area and south of the pastoral districts.

MID NORTH DISTRICT FORECAST Wednesday: Mostly sunny. Areas of frost in the morning, mainly in the east. Wind north to northeasterly 15 to 25 km/h.

Thursday: Cloudy. Areas of morning frost in the north. Wind north to northeasterly 15 to 25 km/h.

Friday: Cloudy. Patchy rain. Wind north to northeasterly 15 to 20 km/h tending north to northwesterly during the morning then turning northeasterly during the afternoon.

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WARNINGS Information at www.bom.gov.au/weather or 1300 659 215 (Local call cost) STATE Wednesday: Early frost on and east of the ranges.

Early fog patches over central and eastern parts of the agricultural area and northwest of about Tarcoola. Patchy rain northeast of about Marree contracting east and clearing by early afternoon.

Patchy rain developing in the far northwest during the evening. Cold early then a cool to mild day with light to moderate north to northeast wind.

Thursday: Early frost and fog patches in the east.

Patchy rain extending over the Northwest Pastoral, the West Coast district and Eyre Peninsula, increasing to areas of rain northwest of about Tarcoola. Cool to mild, grading to warm in the far northeast. Light to moderate north to northeast wind.

Friday: Patchy rain south and west of a line Coober Pedy to Yunta, tending to areas of rain

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People from across the state who have a passion for natural resources management are being invited to apply to join the Natural Resources Management Council from 2014.

The South Australian NRM Council has up to nine members, including a presiding member.

Presiding Member, Andrew Inglis, said membership of the council was a great opportunity for anyone who wanted to play a part in managing the state’s natural resources.

“To be successful, applicants will need to have a range of skills, knowledge and practical experience, and be able to contribute strategically across all areas of natural resources management,” Mr Inglis said. “This is a paid role, as members need to be able to devote three to four days every month to the council.”

A broad range of experience is required, including coastal, estuarine and marine management, fisheries or aquaculture; water resources; soil conservation and land; primary production or pastoral land management; conservation and biodiversity; local government; urban or regional planning; Aboriginal interest and heritage; pest animal and plant control; natural and social science; business administration. Applications close on Friday, July 26 with the terms to begin from April 2014.

Local NRM boards are also calling for nominations.

The boards within our region are Northern and Yorke (Wakefield area) and Adelaide and Mount Lofty Ranges (Mallala area). Nominations for both boards close this Friday, July 12 at 5pm.

Visit www.environment.sa.gov.au/vacancies.

LEADERSHIP group (from left) Susie Green, CEO, Apple and Pear Growers Association; Richard Whiting, president Olives SA (observer); Peter McFarlane, Olives SA; Geoffrey Fuller, CEO, Nursery & Garden Industry of SA, treasurer; Nick Femia, Australian Mushroom Growers Association ; Angelo Demasi – CEO, Adelaide Produce Market Limited, secretary; Penny Smith – Citrus Australia Limited, SA Regional Committee, proxy for council member; Anne Stepien, Women in Horticulture; Carol Bentley – Grow SA (observer); Mike Redmond, CEO, Grow SA Ltd ; Trevor Ranford – EO, Pistachio Growers’ Association, chair.

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YORKE PENINSULA DISTRICT FORECAST Wednesday: Mostly sunny. Patches of light morning frost in the north. Patchy morning fog.

Wind northeasterly 15 to 20 km/h tending northerly 15 to 25 km/h early in the morning then turning east to northeasterly and becoming light in the late afternoon.

Thursday: Cloudy. Wind north to northeasterly and light increasing to 15 to 20 km/h during the day.

Friday: Cloudy. Areas of rain. Wind northwest to northeasterly 15 to 20 km/h becoming northeasterly and light during the evening.

MOUNT LOFTY RANGES DISTRICT FORECAST Wednesday: Mostly sunny. Patches of light morning frost. Wind northerly 15 to 25 km/h turning northeasterly 15 to 20 km/h during the afternoon and evening.

Thursday: Partly cloudy. Wind north to northeasterly 20 to 30 km/h.

Friday: Cloudy. Patchy rain. Wind north to northeasterly 15 to 20 km/h tending north to northwesterly during the morning then becoming light during the day.

GULF ST VINCENT Wednesday: Winds: North to northeasterly 10 to 15 knots reaching 15 to 20 knots south of St Kilda during the morning. Seas: 1 to 1.5 metres, decreasing below 1 metre around midday. Swell: West to southwesterly below 0.5 metres.

Thursday: Winds: Northeasterly 10 to 15 knots.

Seas: Up to 1 metre. Swell: West to southwesterly up to 0.5 metres.

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TEAM effort (from left) Logan Olsen, Jerry Logan, Georgia Allen and Lucy Dixon

Trees for trail

ABOUT 350 trees have been planted along the Shamus Liptrot Cycling Trail (SLCT), extending from the Lions walking trail in Moody parklands to Balaklava golf club.

Students and staff from Balaklava Primary School, with help from Balaklava Lions club members and Malcolm and Patricia Liptrot, planted the trees last Thursday, braving cold winds and wintry weather.

The children were from the Year 4/5 class of teacher, Mrs Jenny Rowland, and supported by SSO, Di Fitzgerald. The trees, purchased from Trees for Life by the SLCT committee, are a selection of various species indigenous to the area.

SLCT presiding member, Terry Williams, thanked all involved for their support.

“The kids were great. They really worked hard in trying conditions and enthusiastically stuck to their task to the very end. Their school and families should be very proud of them.

“This is another example of our community Sophie Wade, Lara Clark and Patricia Liptrot coming together across all ages to help the cycling busy planting. trail,” he said. “We are continuing to work on planning the extension to Halbury, but of course funding will play a big part in any progression past the golf club.”

ABOVE: Emily Burden and Abbey Bubner.

LEFT: Cody Redpath and Thomas Michael.

Study to tackle urban growth and ‘food bowl’ THE Virginia and northern Adelaide Plains region is one of the most successful and productive horticultural areas in the state and District Council of Mallala is moving to protect that heritage.

Teaming up with The City of Playford Council, the partnership of the two councils is looking to ensure the future success of the region and to promote the area as South Australia’s premium Food Bowl.

As a result, they have jointly undertaken a study to get a clear picture of the significant social, environmental and economic factors influencing the food bowl and its future success.

“These industries are an integral part of our community,” DCM chief executive officer, Charles Mansueto said.

The 30 Year Plan for Greater Adelaide has also identified significant parts of the Virginia and northern Adelaide Plains for future urban growth.

While the majority of the area will be

retained as a horticultural district for the foreseeable future, the encroachment of urban growth may introduce conflicts relating to noise, spray drift and odour.

There is also potential for the area to be seen as being in the ‘waiting room’ for future urban development thereby increasing levels of uncertainty and potentially creating a difficult climate for major investment for horticultural purposes.

The two councils will use the study findings to address key land use planning issues in the region through the subsequent development of strategies, policies and actions for the future.

Mr Mansueto said the study would identify ways both residential development and continued horticulture practices could potentially co-exist.

“It is important to try and get the balance between the two,” he said.

Support for resident GPs and health professionals in country South Australia has been boosted with a further $19.5 million three-year contract between Country Health SA and the Rural Doctors Workforce Agency (RDWA).

Health Minister Jack Snelling said RDWA provides a range of services on behalf of CHSA to recruit and retain GPs and medical specialists in rural and remote parts of the State.

“During the past decade, South Australia’s rural medical workforce has grown from 392 GPs and registrars to 531 and we have the current lowest rural doctor vacancy rate in Australia,” Mr Snelling said.

“The new agreement, valued at about

$19.5 million over three years, means communities in remote and rural South Australia will continue to benefit from a high-quality medical workforce.”

“This will include continuing to provide relief locum doctors in rural communities and also an increased focus on encouraging the increasing supply of Australian medical graduates as well as international doctors to work in country SA.” RDWA chief executive, Lyn Poole, said the agency was committed to supporting rural GPs, health professionals and communities. RDWA is a not-for-profit, non-government agency.

Its locum services are the largest single support for the resident workforce.

Les Pearson reports:

New deal on rural doctors

Consultation on draft Adelaide and Mount Lofty Ranges Natural Resources Management Plan OPEN UNTIL 2 SEPTEMBER 2013 This plan is our vision for the region and a call to action for all of us – can you help us deliver the actions in the plan? Want to find out more? Come to one of our public information sessions.

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Date

Venue

Time

Victor Harbor

23 July

Country Women’s Association Hall, Corner Crozier Road and Torrens Street

4pm

Norton Summit

24 July

The Community Centre, 1 The Crescent Drive

4pm

Willunga

25 July

The Hub, 1 St Peter’s Terrace

10am

Adelaide

30 July

The Zoo, Fig Tree Function Centre

8am

Two Wells

31 July

Two Wells Community Centre, Main Street

10am

Nuriootpa

31 July

Nuriootpa Sports and Function Centre, Penrice Road

4pm

ABOVE: Cory Simpson, Blake Anthony Brooks.

If you would like to attend one of these information sessions, please

LEFT: Adam Speissegger, Malcolm Liptrot and Joseph Mojares.

Can’t make a presentation? All the information is online at

RSVP to 8273 9100 or email DEWNR.AMLRRSVP@sa.gov.au

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ABOVE LEFT: Jerry Logan, Logan Olsen, Jack Heaslip, Cooper Allen.

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Driving safely on wet roads is difficult and dangerous enough. Wet roads and worn tyres are a dangerous combinations and something every driver needs to consider in these wet winter months Worn tyres increase braking times, stopping distance and the likelihood of loss of control in a critical situation.

Goodyear Autocare Balaklava is committed to assisting the local community by providing free tyre health checks.

Our team of highly trained and experienced professionals will check your tyres free of charge while you wait. The whole check takes just a few minutes.

Not only is the tyre check free of charge, Goodyear Autocare Balaklava will also donate $2 to the Balaklava Community Childcare Centre from July 15 to August 2 – just another way we demonstrate our commitment to the local community and people of Balaklava.

Store manager, Rob says: “We urge everyone to take care on the roads at all times, but especially in these wet and difficult driving conditions “If you are concerned about the health of your tyres, come down and ask us for your free tyre health check. You can leave with peace of mind.”

Goodyear Autocare Balaklava offers a complete range of tyre, wheel and battery products and services for a wide range of passenger, 4WD/SUV, light truck and agricultural vehicle.

They also perform work on fleet vehicles.

Visit Rob and the team at your community Goodyear Autocare store in Balaklava, 30/34 Edith Terrace or call the national Goodyear Autocare service line on 132 343.

Balaklava Goodyear Autocare store manager Rob Giles with owner Roly Francis in the renevated showroom.

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Royalties for Regions a ‘must’ for SA ADVERTISEMENT

A $1bn Regional development fund to boost rural communities is essential if regional SA is to avoid further decline.

“It’s all one-way traffic”, said Family First spokesperson Bob Day. “The money moves one way. Rural SA earns it, the city spends it – on itself. Country people have no voice in the city.”

The State Government is coming under increasing pressure over its decisions to spend up big on

city-based projects like upgrading Victoria Square, new city trams, a new hospital, a new desalination plant, a new Adelaide oval and a new footbridge over the River Torrens so football goers can take a short-cut to the casino.

“Then there’s all the money spent on city-based marginal seats - like sound-proofing buildings under the Adelaide airport flight path and new sporting facilities.

“All this money gets spent and who

misses out? Rural communities. They have bad roads, deteriorating health services and poor mobile phone coverage.

“Take the classic example of the need for a de-salination plant in Orroroo. The water in Orroroo is 300% more saline than Adelaide water.

It damages everything it touches appliances, whitegoods, pumps, you name it. If Orroroo was in a marginal seat do you think this situation would continue? Not for a minute.”

Petrol taxes for roads!

Whether it’s taking kids to school or taking farm produce to market, good roads are essential. The deterioration of SA’s roads over the past two decades especially in our country areas has been disgraceful – especially considering the amount of money collected in petrol taxes. “Petrol taxes were introduced to pay for roads - building new ones and maintaining existing ones” said Family First spokesman Bob Day. “My first job was with the Highways Department.

In those days petrol taxes were spent

on roads – building new ones and maintaining existing ones, he said.

“It is a classic government ploy – they introduce a new tax or levy, earmark it for a specific purpose, and then slowly siphon the money off into other things. After a few years they break all connection between the tax and the specific purpose. It’s no wonder people get cynical about politics. “In 2011 motorists paid nearly $20bn in fuel taxes (including GST on fuel). Barely half of that was spent on roads.”

Furore over govt’s $100,000 splurge on dinner and coffee machines The Federal Government is in damage control following revelations it spent $21,000 on a single dinner and more than $90,000 on top-ofthe-range coffee machines for its staff.

A Senate Estimates Committee has heard how the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries & Forestry spent $21,000 for one dinner at one hotel whilst the Department of Industry and the Department of the Clean Energy Regulator spent over $90,000 on coffee machines installed in each of its staff kitchens.

“They find the money for lavish dinners and skinny lattes but turn a blind eye to those doing it tough”, said Family First spokesman Bob Day. “They’ve got their priorities all wrong”.

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Artist Duncan Crawford, with one of his acrylic works in background and the large crowd fills the gallery, right.

Gallery o palette o Balaklava Courthouse Gallery was overflowing on Sunday, not only with guests, but with displays from talented artists who were competing for the Balco Art Prize and associated awards.

Moonta artist Peter Aitchison took the Balco award for his watercolour titled, “Sandhills in Winter Light.”

Balco managing director, Malcolm May, presented Peter with a cheque for $2000.

The prize is an acquisitive prize, so Peter’s artwork has been retained by Balco and will be displayed in its Balaklava office.

Courthouse Gallery curator, Jo May, welcomed visitors and special guests to the 22nd exhibition, congratulating all artists for supporting and entering the competition.

Judge, Bev Bills was unable to attend the opening, but said she was extremely pleased to have been involved in the judging process, which was “quite challenging due to the high quality of artworks.”

Following presentations, Malcolm May declared the exhibition open, with guests then enjoying nibbles and

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drinks while viewing the artworks.

The “hanger’s prize,” awarded by volunteers who prepare the exhibtion, will be announced later. The exhibition runs until August 25, and is part of the SALA Festival.

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Other associated prizes were awarded for: Most Outstanding Portraiture Prize: Maxine Donald of Kapunda with a watercolour, “Jack.”

Novice Art Prize: Treena Hueppauff of Angaston for an acrylic painting, “Back Beach.”

Country Life/Landscape Art Prize: Kelly Kirkland of Balaklava for a photo, “Checking the Wheat Crop.”

Wakefield Regional Council Art Prize: Fay Angel of Balaklava with fibre art textile work, “Pelicans.”

Junior Enc Award for Best mary School S lotte Lockwood o her acrylic on ca the Camel.”

Senior Stude Best Work by School Stude Sloper of Wallaro “Curl.”

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MAYOR James Maitland with Wakefield Regional Council’s winner, Fay Angel’s Fibre Art “Pelicans” BELOW LEFT: Country Life section winner, Kelly Kirkland, with award sponsor, Brenton Clark.

Malcolm and Jo May from Balco with Art Prize winner, Peter Aitchison of Moonta, “Sandhills in Winter Light”.

BELOW: Judge Bev Bills.

PICTURES: Lisa Redpath.

The Gallery building will reach a huge milestone in October, celebrating its 100th birthday.

“Like us as we get older, the building is in need of some repairs,” joked Jo. “A new roof is badly needed, and we

also need to repair some cracking and do some repainting.”

“We are running a raffle to help fundraising, but if anyone would like to contribute to maintaining the gallery, please contact treasurer Helen Durdin.”

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of Parilla for photo, “Sparked Harvest.”

Most Outstanding Pastel Prize: Jeanette Grosset of Auburn with pastel work, “Glen Ellen Gorge.”

Most Outstanding Still Life Prize: Ron Wilson, of Moonta Mines, for his watercolour painting, “Vegi.”

Merit Awards: Photography: Beth Reid of Nantawarra, with a panoramic shot,“Nantawarra,” and; Pen & Wash: Pat Brereton of Kadina with “Doug Larwood’s Old Home.”

or and senior school entries in the background.

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Port WakEfield The Big Burger Shack

Port Wakefield Hotel

Winter warmers at Wakey Rising Sun Hotel at Port Wakefield has a new winter a la carte menu, which is certain to warm you up on these cold days and nights. The winter menu includes mouthwatering specials such as Asian style salmon, pork cutlets, lamb mignon, arancini balls and seafood marinara. There are also daily $10 specials for lunch and dinner, which change regularly. Every Tuesday night is schnitzel night, where you can enjoy delicious schnitzels for $10, plus toppings, of which there any many to choose from. On presentation of their Seniors Card, senior citizens can enjoy a special “Seniors” lunch every day of the week. You can dine in or take away, so phone 8867 1023 for bookings or orders.

Family Friendly Beer Garden

NEW SCHNITZEL MENU TUESDAY NIGHTS MEALS 7 DAYS, LUNCH & DINNER • New al-a-Carte Winter Menu • Pokies • Games room • Private Function Room 30 Edwards St, Pt Wakefield

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Great service, delicious meals

Biggest Burger Challenge is back

If you’re looking for good old fashioned, friendly service and “home style” cooked meals, Port Wakefield Hotel is the place for you.

There’s always a wide range of menu choices and specials available, all at an affordable price that won’t break your budget. You can enjoy delicious roasts, schnitzels, steaks, fish, chicken dishes and more, with various toppings and gravies, tasty chips, salads and vegetables.

The fully renovated hotel is family owned and run, with new managers, Donna and Daryl Gabbusch, giving the hotel a bright new look. Donna and Daryl pride themselves on providing a family friendly venue, where you can enjoy delicious food and drinks, in a happy atmosphere.

The hotel is not only available for private and family dinners, but business functions.

The Big Burger Shack at Port Wakefield is hosting the event on Sunday, July 14 at 2pm. Ten contestants will take on one of owner, Jory Robertson’s huge burgers, with last year’s winner, Tyrell Harvey, hoping to retain his championship title! In 2012, Tyrell ate 2.6kg of the monstrous 4.8kg burger!

The challenge is sure to be a great family day, with a special guest appearance to be made by Dorothy the Dinosaur but she has said she won’t be taking part in the challenge.

There will also be face painting and a bouncy castle for the kids, and for the “bigger” kids, one of Adelaide’s top bands, Rock the Boss, will perform at the end of the day. Funds raised on the day will go to Little Heroes Foundation. Pop in for a great day out, and grab a big burger to take home for dinner. Phone 8867 1400 for meal orders or information about the challenge.

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LONG Plains footballer, Leah Tynan, competing for South Australia.

Footy tyro Tynan stars for her state

LONG Plains sports star, Leah Tynan, starred in the 2013 Women’s AFL National Championships in Cairns, played between June 17-22, bagging a goal in the Division Two final against ACT. The Championships, which are a biennial event, saw South Australia placed in division two after losing in division one in 2011.

SA played Arafura on Tuesday afternoon at Cazaly’s Stadium. The Arafura side was made up of Papua New Guinea, Northern Territories and Northern Queensland after Northern Territory could no longer field a team.

SA were triumphant in this match, the final score being: SA 17.9 (111) def Arafura 1.0 (6).

Wednesday’s game was played at Fretwell Park in the morning on a very dewy field, against ACT. SA lead for most of the game, which ended in a goal kicking shootout between both sides, with ACT running out nine point winners.

Final score ACT 7.7 (49) def SA 6.4 (40).

Thursday was a day of rest, the team going off and taking tours and walks, using the day to

explore Cairns.

SA needed to win Friday to play in the grand final.

The girls were up against TAS at Fretwell Park in the early afternoon, where SA took a 31-point win.

Saturday morning was a nervous one for the SA girls, bringing the final against ACT. From the first bounce, SA wasn’t bringing its game, finding the end with the breeze the hardest to score at. ACT ran away with the game, to win the grand final 7.12 (54) to 2.5 (17).

It was a disappointing end to the week in Cairns, but Leah said the girls all had a fantastic time.

“It was an amazing experience.

“I would just like to say a huge thank you to all the sponsors that helped me get up there and enjoy the week.

“United Football Club, Dublin BP, Dublin Fruit and Veg, Greenacres Women’s Football Club, Gerry’s Dublin Meats, Lower Light Hotel, The New Dublin Hotel and The Dublin General Store and Post Office.

“Thank you all so much.”

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Olivia hits basketball’s world stage

OLIVIA Thomspon is currently overseas, representing Australia at the World University Games in Russia.

Former Hoyleton local, Olivia Thompson, has hit basketball’s big world stage, playing in the U23 Australian Women’s Basketball team for the World University Games (Summer Universiade) in Kazan, Russia.

This event is the third biggest sporting event in the world, behind the FIFA World Cup and the Olympics.

The opening ceremony of these games took place on July 6, with more than 80,000 people attending.

The athletes village is home to more than 13,500 athletes from 170 countries.

Australia sent 150 athletes, including Olivia and her team mates, to compete in a range of sports.

In June, Olivia was named in a squad to attend an Opals training camp in Canberra.

Following this, she was named in The Emerging Opals tour of China, where the team played nine games in

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three cities against China, Hungary and the USA. After losing to USA and China, Olivia had a standout performance against Hungary, with her best game, a team high 19 points and seven rebounds, and an impressive nine of 13 shots.

After nine games in 12 days, and many plane flights, Olivia was named in the “All Tournament Team”, which was the best five players from each team.

She flew home from China at the end of June, repacked, and two nights later flew out to Dubai, then Frankfurt, and finally arrived in Kazan, Russia as part of the Australian Women’s Basketball team for the World University Games.

The team is supported by Basketball Australia and is seen as important development for younger players who could one day play for the Opals.

At 20, Olivia is one of the young-

est in the team, and will wear Number 4.

The team will play three games in their group, against Hungary, China and Finland.

The top two teams will then move into the semi finals against two top teams from the three other groups, and will proceed in knock-out matches until the finals.

The games are for university students under 25 years of age and include 13 compulsory sports (such as athletics, basketball, gymnastics and swimming) and this year, 14 optional sports like boxing, rowing, field hockey and badminton.

Many facilities and grounds have been built specially for the games.

In the 1959 Summer World University Games, seven sports were featured.

This year, Kazan has set the record with 27 sports being contested.

The games run from July 6 to 17.

The Good Food

Guide Terminus $10 meal specials a taste treat

$10 MEAL SPeciaL • From 6pm till 8pm • Includes Salad Bar

TerMiNuS hOTeL BALAKLAVA - PHONE: 8862 1006

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Homemade soup

Warm the cockles of your heart with Wendy’s homemade soup

Made daily in store

Terminus Hotel at Balaklava has a wide range of delicious and hearty meals which are certain to satisfy your appetite.

Affordable meals are available seven days a week, with lunch specials for $9.50 or dinner specials for $10, and the salad bar available every night.

Thursday and Friday nights are $10 beef or chicken schnitzel nights.

Speaking of schnitzels, try the mouthwatering Termo schnitzel for just $13 – a delicious beef or chicken schnitzel with sweet chilli sauce, sour cream, avocado, prawns and grilled cheese.

Meatlovers will be salivating for Friday nights’ Mega Mixed Grill for $20.

A healthy salad and hot vegetable

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SPORT v Football STATE COUNTRY FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS AT PORT PIRIE

ADELAIDE Plains Football League representatives, from left: Angus Bruggemann and Joel Montgomerie (Mallala), Les Pearson (Balaklava), Caleb Howell (Virginia), Heath Pym (United), Jordan Clements (Mallala) and Lachlan Michael (Balaklava) with coach, Andy Michael (also Balaklava).

Central Zone breaks seven year drought CENTRAL Zone director, Graeme Wandel, presents Michael Liebelt with the Player of the Carnival trophy.

CENTRAL Zone trainer, Trevor Price, congratulates Lachlan Michael on receiving Best Under 21 Player.

• From back page Sunday’s final started slowly for Central, only putting two goals on the board while kicking with a threegoal breeze.

Bruggemann’s knee soreness ruled him out of the contest, with Glen Mulders (Paskeville) taking on a key forward role, while youngster, Ashley Bruce, (Paskeville) also missed the match with a groin strain.

MSE hit the scoreboard with a major in the second term but it was the only highlight for them in the match, Central’s frugal defence keeping them to just one goal for the game.

Brodie Murphy (South Clare) took the contest by the scruff of the neck, getting hold of plenty of clearances and providing a strong presence around the contested ball.

Hier continued to rebound from defence, while Liebelt all but locked in the best player award with yet another dominant performance in the ruck around the ground.

Joel Mongtomerie’s (Mallala)

Heath Pym, Central Zone, pressures his Murray South East opponent.

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carnival was typically consistent, the midfielder racking up touches again with sheer gut-running and determination.

Howell’s presence up forward attracted strong defensive attention but he still managed to boot three goals and Mulders two.

Michael’s goal early in the last quarter proved the sealer yet again.

Liebelt received both Central Zone’s best player award and the overall player of the carnival, named in the ruck for team of the carnival.

Michael claimed the Central Zone best under 21 player award.

Hier, Murphy, Cane and Montgomerie were named alongside Rowan and Andrew Prior (Southern Saints) and captain, Tom Riggs (BBH), in the team of the carnival.

Bruggemann, Osborne and Howell were added to the State Country squad, rounding out a highly successful weekend.

The team will be coached by Mallala’s Steve Lubcke.

PETER and Wendy Michael at the carnival.

WATCHING the action were (back) Carley and Wayne Darling, and (front) Bonnie Nicholls, Tiffany Higgs, Cristie Castle and Nicole Darling. INSET: Nick Cane kicks away for Central Zone.

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SPORT v Football

Andy receives Bill Murdoch Medal • From back page “I’d seen him play at Landmark Cup level before and talking to the North Eastern blokes, he was probably the target from the start,” Michael said.

“In the end he came through, which was a real bonus.

“He was probably coming off an injury whereas most other blokes have been playing for a few weeks leading up to it,” Michael said.

“We didn’t want to throw him into the deep and lose him first up.”

Liebelt took countless contested marks in the defensive 50, claiming player of the carnival honours and was selected first ruck in the team of the carnival.

Heading into the carnival, Central Zone was faced the tough task of overcoming a challenging pool draw against Eastern Zone and Southern Districts.

“People asked me how the team was before the carnival and I said it was a good team but everyone else was going to have a good side too,” Michael said.

“The quality of the blokes we had out on the field, that starting 18, I didn’t have any doubts with them.

“It was just a matter of getting them up and going and I thought they would be more than competitive against any quality team.”

Michael became confident the Central team could take out the championship after going through undefeated on Saturday.

“After we beat

BALAKLAVA’S Andy Michael receives the Bill Murdoch Medal from Bill Murdoch, for his outstanding role as Central Zone coach.

Southern, as everyone rates Southern as the main contender and the hot favourite,” he said.

“We had to play to our potential and fortunately, we played out of our skins.

“I went to bed Saturday night thinking if these blokes get up and away in the final, they’re going to be a big chance to win it.

“Before that, you’re always a bit sceptical.”

The Central Zone defence line, featuring stars such as Zac Hier, Billy Nicholls (RSMU), Gareth Ottens (Blyth/Snowtown), captain Tom Riggs (BBH), and Andrew Prior (Southern Saints), was resilient all carnival.

“They were placed under tremendous pressure in the second

game, on numerous occasions,” Michael said.

“It’s a credit to the backline themselves, we put them in place from the first game and had no reason to

change it.

“Only four goals conceded over eight quarters of footy is a fantastic effort.”

Virginia’s Caleb Howell was danger-

ous up forward, while Angus Bruggemann and Joel Montgomerie, of Mallala, were shining lights from the Adelaide Plains.

“We’ve probably all been waiting for Joel to play this level as we all know how good he is at club and Landmark Cup level,” Michael said.

“He’s probably been the most consistent Landmark Cup player we’ve had over a period of six or seven years.

“When the standard lifts, he goes with it.”

Bruggemann missed Sunday’s final with knee soreness.

“It was a pity he couldn’t get up for the Sunday game because I think he would have made the team of the championships,” Michael said.

After achieving the ultimate goal at club and association level coaching, Michael said the Zone win rates highly.

“It’s probably a little

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Adelaide Football Club is giving away free junior tickets to the home match v Geelong (round 17 v Geelong, on Saturday July 21, 2.45pm, at AAMI Stadium), plus FREE Crows flag giveaway, FREE junior shed entry and more! Go to 19thman.com.au/kids to get your free tickets.

Recognising the amazing support by our junior members and supporters.

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Central’s efforts finally rewarded

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blokes to the right spots to try and win.

“It’s a different process but it’s right up there, there’s no doubt about that.

“You don’t get to coach the best blokes in your region every year, let alone for three games of footy.”

He revealed intentions of taking on the job again next year.

“It’s probably something I’ve been looking at doing for a couple of years at least and when you get reward like that, it makes it an easy decision to have another go,” Michael said.

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Central zone director, Greame Wandel, congratulates Peter Walker on being named a trainer for the State Country team.

JOEL Montgomerie, Central Zone, on the run with the footy.

bit different as with a club there’s a real emotional tie after working with a group of lads all year and when you achieve that goal, that’s great,” he said.

“This one was more of a challenge to get players up and away, and it is probably more of a player reward than a coaching reward, to enjoy each other’s company, play some great footy and enjoy the way they’re playing.

“I still get a real kick out of winning.

“In short format games, you’ve got limited time, so you’ve got to work hard to rotate

CENTRAL Zone director, Graeme Wandel, was over the moon with the team’s State Country Championships win, its first since 2006.

“We’ve been trying so hard for many years to win it, so we’ve finally got the reward we’ve been striving for,” Mr Wandel said.

He believed the Eagles could become a formidable force over an extended period.

“We can still be better with some more involvement from players from the Hills Football Leagues and even the Yorke Peninsula to some extent,” he said.

Appointing Andy Michael as coach proved a master stroke in the end.

“I knew he was a good person

and I was told he was a great coach, and you need to be both to be able to coach a zone team,” Mr Wandel said.

“I believed he could pull more quality into the team out of the APFL, as he had proven at the Landmark Cup in the past.”

The announcement of Kadina hosting the event next year was also an exciting development for the zone.

“Absolutely, we’re delighted to get it,” Mr Wandel said.

“They put up a very good case with the new facilities they have there.”

Mr Wandel also congratulated United FC trainer, Peter “Stretch” Walker on being selected as the state trainer for the State Country match at Perth in three weeks.

The Crows housing projects have been an integral part of the Adelaide Football Club’s Fundraising efforts for the past four years. In partnership with Kym Burke, Managing Director of Burke Urban Developments and Victor Said, Managing Director of Rivergum Homes, the club introduces third instalment at Black Point, one of the premier holiday destinations in South Australia. With input from Rory Sloane and Patrick Dangerfield, the architects have designed a spacious modern beach front home offering generous indoor and outdoor living areas with four bedrooms, creating the perfect environment for relaxing with family and friends. Nearing completion, this beautiful home will be auctioned in September, with all proceeds to benefit the Football Department.

For more information go to realestate.com.au and type in Black Point. The property is on 711 Outlook Rd. You can contact Darren Johnson on (08) 8440 6634 or djohnson@afc.com.au.

Crows Superman t-shirts To celebrate the release of the brand new Superman movie, ‘Man of Steel’, the Adelaide Football Club brings you the limited edition Superman tee. These are selling quickly, so get into CROWmania West Lakes/Regent Arcade or buy on line atafc.com.au – shop. Adult sizes are $39.99 and $34.99. The CROWmania online store now offers free postage for all orders over $100.

Crows forever Crows Forever, the club’s Bequest program, has been running for three years now, with many supporters pledging to remember the AFC in their will. All funds raised through this program will contribute directly to enhancing the team’s on field performance. The club urges you to consider loved ones first, before providing a gift of money or asset to the club. For more information, contact Louise McDonald lmcdonald@afc.com.au, if you have pledged your support please advise also as we would like to thank you for your support. www.plainsproducer.com.au

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SPORT v Football

How your is club shaping up on the...

Balaklava Grade: D FLUCTUATING form has led to the Peckers slumping two games out of the top four and battling to stay clear of the bottom two.

While Balaklava has pulled of stellar close wins over Mallala and Virginia, the team has been unable to defeat other finals contenders, Two Wells and Hamley Bridge, indicating the Peckers are slightly off the pace.

Aaron Cocks is having his best season since coming across from Freeling a few years ago, the 21-year-old starting to show signs of what he is capable of.

Justin Michael has managed to stay on the park this season and probably shades brother, Lachy, for form at this stage of the year.

Todd McPharlin and Dean Storic have also battled hard around the contested ball, although McPharlin’s role has changed slightly of late, playing through the forward line more in recent weeks.

Chad Ruiz (14 goals) has been the Peckers’ best forward, taking a key role in attack as an 18-year-old.

Admittedly, the Peckers have introduced a few more young players this season to gain some valuable experience and there is no doubt more youngsters will get a taste at the top level for the remainder of the year.

While it is far from over, the task is well and truly ahead of Balaklava to push for a top four position.

It will be a battle from here on in.

effectively booked their place in finals football for a very long time.

Hamley Bridge had been beating teams and beating them well, earning top spot for a little while before dropping to second following the resurgence of Mallala.

Keeping Craig Taylor and Ryan Appleton on the park this year has undoubtedly had an influence on the Bombers’ ladder position, while Kirk Heberle and Justin Zanandrea have also been fairly consistent this season.

Danny Ellis has been a find in the defence, ably supported

by Toby Hasledine and Craig Young.

The X-factor we’ve seen only snippets of, Mal Greenwood, is yet to fully hit his stride but a long break from injury should freshen him up leading into the finals.

Shane Hanson’s shift to a more permanent forward line has also provided the Bombers with more structure than they’ve had in previous seasons.

Nathan Flynn adds height in both defence and attack, while Valor and Win Thach provide extra leg-speed around the ground.

Hamley Bridge will be a formidable foe come finals time.

road to the finals

By LES PEARSON

hasn’t resulted in wins, when he has the cattle, that team will be hard to beat.

That said, we’re still a fair way off finishing this year and Justin Cicolella’s impact at the club has been a huge positive point so far.

Adam Turrell’s consistency has been highly-valued and Cameron McKinnon is proving a handy forward, despite being recruited as a defender.

Tom Forrest’s development continues to excite Eagles’ fans of both male and female variety, while Leigh O’Donohue hasn’t done a whole lot wrong.

Results haven’t been great but there are more positive signs there than negative ones.

Medal contention, allowing Liam Whitwell and Joel Montgomerie to share much of the clearance workload.

The impressive form of the recruits is coupled by outstanding contributions from the perennially injured Jason Earl, who has been stellar in defence and through the midfield for the Magpies.

Their forward line features several avenues to goal and plenty of experience through Brian Montgomerie, Brad Griffiths and Scott Hahn.

Jordan Clements and Jake Birchmore look like real players for the future and ruckman, Will Farrelly, has lifted this season after a relatively steady 2012.

Justifiably top of the table and travelling nicely.

Key player: Justin Cicolella

Key player: Angus Bruggemann

Key player: Craig Taylor

THE Bombers’ captain could well be right up there in Plains Producer Medal contention and plays a pivotal sweeping role from the midfield to half back.

He’s racked up touches sitting a kick behind play all year and is generally the man the team goes through when transitioning from defence to attack.

Vital his body holds up when the heat is on.

Snapshot Position: 5 Attack ranking: 5 Defence ranking: 5 Leading goalkicker: Todd McPharlin, Chad Ruiz, Brenton Lamond (14 goals) Hamley Bridge Grade: B+ THE grade is just short of an ‘A’ due to a big loss to Two Wells before the extended break but the Bombers have

Key player: Lee Allmond

Snapshot Position: 2 Attack ranking: 2 Defence ranking: 3 Leading goalkicker: Shane Hanson (30 goals) Hummocks-Watchman Eagles Grade: D THE Eagles’ season to date has been one of frustration and agony for players and supporters alike, injuries continually hampering any chance HWE had of making the top four.

There is light at the end of the tunnel though, coach David Cluse building his senior squad towards becoming a force next season, as opposed to a one-season quick-fix.

Cluse’s style has been proven against the better teams this season and while it

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FEW players in the league’s history would have a list of achievements as long as Justin’s and he hasn’t disappointed in his return to HWE this year.

Cicolella is a game-breaker, finding plenty of contested ball but also kicking long goals at key points of matches and with the right cattle around him, he could probably lift the Eagles to a few more wins in coming matches.

Snapshot Position: 7 Attack ranking: 7 Defence ranking: 7 Leading goalkicker: Cameron McKinnon (33 goals) Mallala Grade: A A CONCERTED and targeted recruiting campaign landed forward, Angus Bruggemann, tall utility, Ben Parish, and midfielder, Dale King, at the club over the summer.

All three have made their mark on the team, albeit King and Bruggemann have somewhat outshone an at-times injured Ben Parish, yet to fully hit his straps.

King’s form has been irrepressible and would be right up there in Producer

BIG Gus not only provides a tall target but also adds a physical presence and a different dimension to Mallala’s forward line.

He straightens the team up considerably and takes the best tall key defender from the opposition, triggering mismatches inside Mallala’s attacking 50.

Snapshot Position: 1 Attack ranking: 2 Defence ranking: 1 Leading goalkicker: Angus Bruggemann (31 goals) Two Wells Grade: C A MINI revival has arrived at Two Wells just at the right time of year.

The Roosters are playing with confidence and a renewed sense of desire has enveloped the team, led by veteran ruckman, Simon Feast.

Tallan Leighton continues to be a hard-luck story, the talented utility again injuring a hamstring, which he will need to get right before finals come around.

A form slump in the middle of the year, pretty much highlighted by the Roosters’ loss to United in round four, had people questioning their

Key player: Heath Pym

YOU feel if Pym goes down, so do United’s chances of winning. A great on-field leader who rarely lets his team down and is in need of some support, which is expected to come if the current playing group can stick together.

Snapshot Position: 6 Attack ranking: 6 Defence ranking: 6 Leading goalkicker: Koby Ettridge (43 goals)

TWO Wells lost most of its games without Lee’s involvement. A great leader and honest contributor, Allmond works hard and has since taken to running through the midfield and chipping in across the backline.

His dangerous left foot finds the goals with ease and with his hard running, he could be the X-factor come finals time.

Snapshot Position: 3 Attack ranking: 4 Defence ranking: 2 Leading goalkicker: Lee Allmond, Andrew Hardiman (15 goals)

Key player: Jonathon Brice

AFTER busting his knee in the final round of the regular season last year, Jonathon Brice’s return to the A grade side against Two Wells was a sight for sore eyes.

His vertical leap and great set of hands adds some more firepower to a forward line battling for consistent output this year.

premiership credentials but big wins over Balaklava and Hamley Bridge quashed that.

Scott Wise has been a handy inclusion this season, while Eamon Fetherstonaugh and Lachlan Franklin have added new levels to their game.

Andrew Hardiman, Simon Feast and Bryce Hart have been superbly consistent, along with co-captain, Ned Seccafien.

If Khan Leighton can recapture his form of 2012, Two Wells are well and truly back in the hunt and look to have booked their place in the September action.

United Grade: D WHAT seems like a harsh mark is probably warranted as while United has struggled with injuries this season, they’ve been in more winning positions but let them slip.

The Tigers should by all rights have more than two wins on the board and they sit near the foot of the table for this as a result.

Undoubtedly more competitive, United is a relatively different unit to past seasons but results aren’t showing just yet.

Koby Ettridge would have exceeded expectations of him this year, kicking 45 goals, which equates to nearly 43 per cent of the team’s goals this season.

Heath Pym has again been the beacon of consistency for his team, while Adrian Mills, Cameron Faulkner and Brad Shimmin have been regular contributors.

United shouldn’t quite make the top four but have every chance of making a run at jumping to fifth at best, an honourable achievement but overall somewhat disappointing.

Coach, David White, will probably be reappointed and has done a good job to date, despite what the results indicate.

Virginia Grade: B THE big story out of Virginia’s season is the form of full-forward, Brendon Niklaus, who averages 6.8 goals per match over the nine games he has played this season.

If you take into account Niklaus missed round one, he has kicked 43 per cent of Rams’ goals this season.

Mallala’s Rob Montgomery and United’s Simon Schulz were somewhat able to stifle the big man, restricting him to five and four goals respectively in the past fortnight.

The Tigers just lost, while Mallala won, indicating if you can stop Big Brendan, Virginia are suddenly fairly vulnerable.

At their best, the Rams play a dynamic game of running football but inconsistencies have crept in and they have since slipped to fourth on the ladder.

The Rams will play finals though, their list good enough to withstand injury and unavailability to keep winning against the teams below them.

Key player: Ben Russell

Russell’s ability to kick goals and find plenty of footy in the midfield, while also shutting an opponent down makes him an extremely valuable commodity in Virginia’s engine room.

Snapshot Position: 4 Attack ranking: 1 Defence ranking: 4 Leading goalkicker: Brendon Niklaus 62 goals

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SPORT v District

HOLDEN SCRAMBLE

‘Wildy’ girls in netball carnival

Balaklava’s Julia Hoskin (right) was amongst the winning team at the Holden Scramble Ambrose, played at Barossa Valley on July 5. Julia is pictured with Port Augusta’s Ceri Nicholson, Nat Corbett and Sue Bywaters.

Mallala’s Hannah Jenkin, along with Taylar Durdin and Sarah Tiller of Balaklava, flew to the Gold Coast on Saturday as part of the Wilderness School Netball Team, to compete at the Gold Coast Netball Carnival over eight days. The trio, who all board at Wilderness, have trained with a squad of 11 since the start of the year.

Golf balaklava mid week

Results from Wednesday July 3, 2013.

Rick Campbell 41 CB, Bill Berry 41, Bill Goudie 37, Dean Trickett 37, Austin Henstridge 37, John Curnow 36, Doug Taylor 35, Brian Stewart 34, Mike Hahesy 33, Joan Anderson 26, Raelene Bastian 25, Moya Hayes 25, Barry Thompson 22, Geoff Spence 19, Jerry Toms DNF. NTP: John Curnow on 3, Mike Hahesy on 8 and Moya Hayes on 10.

BLYTH

Mens results July 7, second qualifying round Club Championship, Stroke, sponsored by Clare Auto Pro: M Williams 82/68, G Mugge 88/72, R Lamond 80/73, P Agnew 98/74, T Eime 92/74, M Eime 97/76, D Paynter 99/76, C Walkley 98/76, D Richards 101/77, H Wandel 101/79, D Smith 108/83.

NTP no17: D Paynter. Skins: jackpot.

July14: Stableford, Legacy Day, Donation.

July 21: Par, Don Victor Memorial, Heartbeat Donation, sponsored by Victor family.

Ladies results July 3, Flag/Stroke, sponsored by Clare Auto Pro: J Wandel Flag 18 hole, L Randolph Flag 9 hole, Net scores K Mugge 74, D Wandel 74, J Wandel 76, J Zweck 77. 9 hole: L Randolph 40, H Williams 42, A Harrison 44, C Agnew 50, C Virgin 54. Skins no6: J Zweck.

July 10: Par, sponsored by club.

July 17: Stableford, sponsored by Taminga Hotel.

Hamley Bridge

Thursday’s Stableford competition attracted 28 players, the winner being Bert Pearce with 40 points, while coming in second with 39 was Ed Manning on a countback from Ian Rohde (3rd) 38, Germano Baiguini, Roen Cameron, John Bell, Len Usher, 37 all being prize winners.

Others to make the better half were John Riley 36, Roger Hahn 35, Bob Charman 34, Max Grasby 33, Bob Ahola, Ross Heinze 32, & Doug Cooper 31.

Birdies: Errol Branson 6th, John Bell 8th, Bert Pearce 2nd and 17th, Dennis Nation 11th. Nearest the Pin: Bert Pearce 9th. Non-competition players: Dennis Nation 37.

One wonders whether all those clubs we take in our bags to play golf just serves to confuse us when on Saturday, 16 players competed in a Stableford competition only being allowed to use three sticks!

Club bar manager, Barry Schwartz, won with 40 points from John Bell, 37, with both players being first to admit they have had far worse scores on many occasions with a full bag of clubs!

Results of the Hamley Bridge Open Day will be reported next week.

owen

Another all-star lineup as the Owen Towers Golf Resort hosted the first round of the Captain’s Trophy on Saturday. Seven sporting legends made the cut in hope to advance to the second round and for a chance to reign supreme in this prestigious event.

Players were mobbed with spectators and a strong media presence, with the Plains Producer’s gorgeous photographer, Lisa Redpath, keeping a close eye on proceedings. Lisa caught all the actionpacked play on camera, shooting some amazing images that even David Attenborough would have been impressed with. Treasurer, Ian Freebairn, said the club has always welcomed press coverage and appreciates the ongoing support the paper gives to our local sport week in and week out.

With captain Brett Fitton out with injury and Club Champions, Peter Freebairn and Bazz Light-Year Harkness holidaying in the Bahamas, the field was wide open. Congratulations to president, Peter Sullivan, who has taken the lead in the first round with 41 points with an upset win over Champion golfer, Magic Merv Hameister, with 39 points. The snappy dressing Merv was leading on the 17th hole but had to take a penalty for a lost ball, which ultimately lost him the match. Bad Boy Beaty came in third with 33 points after crushing his handicap last week with

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a net 67. Then came King Michael the First, with a smooth sailing 18 points after playing 9 holes, winning on a CB from treasurer, Ian Freebairn.

Disappointed club captain, Brett Fitton, had to retire due to ‘man flu’ complications, but had this to say, “I tried my hardest, but when your nose runs further than the ball it makes play impossible!”

Brett will undergo surgery in a few weeks but is determined to continue playing despite how serious ‘man flu’ can be!

There was no sign of Superman, but the crowds were thrilled to see self-acclaimed local legend, Mark ‘Lois Lane’, play his final handicap round.

Not even kryptonite could throw ‘Lois’ off his game, the long-driving opal miner drilling an easy buck ‘0 five off the stick, what a gem!

Longest Men’s Drive went to the Balaklava Bentley, Merv Hamiester, with a heroic whack on the first tee. With course manager, Les Hean, away the Veterans Longest Drive was left wide open, another long ball by Merv the Magnificent secured the win.

The mighty ‘Hamster’ wasn’t finished birdying the treacherous 11th hole and took the nest for the first time this season. Hameister hit his famous one-iron down the shaft, leaving it a few feet from the cup.

Merv later said in a press conference, “The shot was pretty handy, careless though, it didn’t go in.”

President Peter Sullivan and vice captain, super egg-laying Glen Chooka Ince, did Owen proud by competing in the Hamley Bridge open last Sunday.

Congratulations to the Hamley club for holding yet another fantastic 27-hole event and for their terrific hospitality.

Next Saturday Stroke round, tee-off at 12pm, Mondays with Merv Stableford 12pm – all welcome.

Riverton

Results from Saturday July 6, Stableford A Grade: D Hannaford 40 pts, J Rankine 39, J Yard 37.

B Grade: A Hartwell 43, G Stone 43, G Davis 41.

C Grade: S Goode 41, R Harvie 38, T Peek 38.

NTP 3 & 12: A Leaver NTP 5 & 14: J Yard Next week: Stroke.

Holden Scramble third place winners (from left) Josie Thompson of Balaklava, Deann Watkins of Mount Pleasant, and Cathy Redpath and Cherie Taylor of Balaklava.

Celebrations all round

Balaklava Golf Club hosted the Royal Hotel two person ambrose on Saturday, with 32 players competing.

The players went off like the Ark, in two by twos, enjoying an ideal day for a long walk.

Winners off the stick were Bill Parkin and Peter Lamont with 69. But the Nett winners, who were the real deal, were captain, Dave Rodgers and Scott Davey, with nett 66 1/4.

Nett runners-up were Ian Michael and Peter Friedrichs with nett 68 1/4.

Longest drives went to A Grade Bill Parkin, B Grade Louise Michael, C Grade

Tania Matz - by a blade of grass said Scott Davey!

Nearest the Pins went to: No 3 what a great shot, Tania Allen, No 8 Bill Goudie, No 10 the next Bruce McAvaney, Jordan Taylor, No 15 Wayne Nagle (who thought, for a brief moment he was going to get a hole in one), No 11 second shot Peter Friedrichs.

A special birthday cake was presented, and a rousing rendition of Happy Birthday sung, to member Malcolm Liptrot, who turned 70 on Sunday.

Well done to Balaklava boys, Peter Thompson and Ben Michael who cleaned up the next day at the Ham-

ley Bridge Open.

Wayne Nagle could only manage to win a raffle prize there, and Ian Jenkins won the NAGA! A reminder the Balaklava Men’s Open is on Sunday August 11 so put your name on the list on the board.

Members please note there will be a general working bee and clean up on Sunday July 14 from 9-30am.

This Saturday is a par round for the Foodland Balaklava trophy, and the First round of the Winter Shield.

Starter is Scott Michael, and manning the 19th is Rob Lawson.

two wells

Results from Saturday, July 6 – Stableford competition (President’s Trophy round three), 27 players.

Apparently it rained everywhere in the metro area other than Two Wells. Players were greeted with a fine sunny day and plenty of grass. Stuart Grigg, playing off his new single digit handicap, played a beautiful round to come in with 41 points and a win in A Grade, from the Silver Socceroo Bobby Hogg’s 39 and Russell Grigg’s 36. B Grade saw four players all finish with 38 points, with Smiffy triumphant from Paul Shields, Tim Clifton and Ian Clark. Steven Kelly was waxing lyrical, you knew where he was on the course, but this did not stop him from carving out an exceptional 44 points to narrowly defeat Garry Farr, also on 44, and James Weir on 41 in C Grade. Steve had apparently recovered from the stress of picking up the slasher on Tuesday, with the help of his dad and Hoggy.

All scores can be viewed at http://www.twowellsgolfclub.com.au/ Results A Grade: S.Grigg 41, R.Hogg 39, R.Grigg, A.Baker, Y.Frencken 36, G.Payne 34, L.Grafton 33, A.Bail 27.

B Grade: I.Smith, P.Shields, T.Clifton, I.Clark 38, H.Linford 33, Rabbit 29, C.Barker 23.

C Grade: S.Kelly, G.Farr 44, J.Weir 41, R.Prior 38, D.Thompson 37, J.Boon 30, I.Telfer 27, D.Smith 22.

Ladies: J.Holland 29, E.Grigg 27.

Meat trays: Rabbit, C.Barker, D.Hall.

Next week: Stroke; third round of Club Championships.

– Russell Grigg, handicapper

Two Wells Ladies

Results for July 2. Winner of the second round of the Stableford Trophy was Debra Lamont with 30 points. Runner-up was Kath Stubing with 28.

Royal Hotel two-person Ambrose winners, from left: Ian Michael, Peter Friedrichs, Dave Rodgers and Scott Davey. RIGHT: Malcolm Liptrot cuts into his 70th birthday cake after presentations at Balaklava Golf Club on Saturday.

SA Reliability Trials to draw big crowd

A big crowd is expected for the 2013 Swann Insurance 24 Hour Trial this weekend, starting at the Eudunda Sporting Complex.

The first bike leaves at 11am and then one entry every minute on the first of four laps during the weekend.

This is round four of the SA Reliability Trials Championship series (SART), and will be a true test of rider and machine.

There will be three spectator viewing stages, featuring easy vehicle access and great viewing positions.

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SPORT v Golf/Hockey

MARK Loy rips up the fairway at Balaklava Golf Club on Saturday.

DAVE Barnett putts for Birdie at Balaklava.

Supporting our hockey competitors PETER Lamont in action at Balaklava. LEFT: Doug Taylor sends the ball down the fairway.

ELI, Raf and Faith Battistessa tuck into some hot food at Balaklava on Saturday, where Clare & Districts hockey matches were played.

OWEN Golf Club president, Peter Sullivan, having a hit of golf on the luscious Owen greens on Saturday. INSET: Len Beaty putts at Owen.

BELOW: Owen captain, Brett Fitton, tees off.

CASEY and Carol Lawrie watch the action with Mandy Shepherd.

MARK ‘Lois’ Lane sends the ball flying down the fairway at Owen.

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BRYCE and Chris Chapman have a chat at the hockey on Saturday.

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MID NORTH SAPSASA team, back from left: Jayne Price (coach), Owen Jenner, Jack Goodwin, Ryley Mullan, Nathan Shepherd, Nick Haddow, Eliott Goldney, Marty Brice (manager), Andrew Pullin (umpire). Front: Max Price, Will Pitt, Bailey Bruce, Thomas Lymburn, Daniel Clisby, Riley Chapman, Mitchell Lawrie, William Price and Sebastian Pullin.

Young Mid North hockey ambassadors HOCKEY may be a winter sport, but the weather turned on a treat for the SAPSASA MidNorth District Hockey team in Adelaide two weeks ago.

The team had a good start with an early win but struggled for the next two days with narrow losses and frustrating draws.

Coach, Jayne Price and manager, Marty Brice worked to build up the boys’ skills of passing wide and picking up

players in defence.

Over the week, the boys combined as a team and worked together to play more confidently and successfully.

On Wednesday afternoon, the team competed in a vigorous game of Laser Skirmish and went ten pin bowling.

A turning point in the teams’ fortunes could have been a beachside game of rugby between games on Thursday, after

SPRINGSTOWN players leap onto the field as Balaklava’s Matthew Gates hits the ball into action, during the Men’s game at Balaklava on Saturday.

which the team won the remaining games for the week.

A real highlight for the team was the selection of co-captain, Riley Chapman, in the State team to play in Canberra in the National Championships.

The boys played spirited hockey, had a fantastic time and were great ambassadors for their schools and the Mid-North District.

– Marty Brice, manager KEVIN Marriott collides with his opponent in the Men’s game.

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JOSH March dodges a tackle attempt by his Springstown opponent.

MICAH Hamann, Balaklava, sends the ball down the field during the Under 17 match.

ABOVE: Balaklava’s Ben Hall tussles with Springstown goalie, Derek Upton, in the Men’s game on Saturday. LEFT: Dean Fitzpatrick, Balaklava, controls the ball.

PHOTOS: FIONA TILLER

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Results of matches played at Balaklava on Saturday. This round of hockey was a sad occasion as players reflected on the death of a past player from the Riverton Hockey Club and also the association. The association’s thoughts are with the family of Tony Pearson, who sadly passed away recently.

Under 14 Donnybrook 6 goals defeated Burra 1 Goals: Don - Fletcher Thomas 3, Riley Mullan, Thomas Lymburn, Krystan Landorf. Bur - Sebastian Pullin.

Best: Don - Fletcher Thomas, Owen Jenner, Kari Thomas; Bur - Sascha Weatherstone, Lucas Williams, Jasper Weatherstone.

Balaklava 5 defeated Springstown 0 Goals: Mitchell Lawrie 2, Riley Chapman 2, Nick Lawrie. Best: Bal - Mitchell Lawrie, Riley Chapman, Sarah Goldney; Spr - James Forrest, Sam Wilkop, Jack Goodwin.

Under 18 Burra 5 defeated Donnybrook 1 Goals: Bur - Sam Haddow 2, Lachie Haddow 2, Jasper Weatherstone; Don - Thomas Lymburn. Best: Bur Jake Dolphin, Sam Haddow, Lachie Haddow; Don - Fletcher Thomas, Jasmine Rokov, Josh Nourse.

Springstown 4 defeated Balaklava 3 Goals: Spr - Austin Duncan-Reid, James Forrest, Tom Forrest, Riley Chapman; Bal - Tim Goldney 2, Micah Hamann. Best: Spr - Tom Forrest, Austin Duncan-Reid, Etabez Donato; Bal - Brock Hamann, Micah Hamann, Tim Goldney.

Men Balaklava 3 defeated Springstown 1 Goals: Bal - Ben Hall, Samuel Tiller, Raf Battistessa; Spr - Luke Burge. Best: Bal - Samuel Tiller, Ben Hall, Matthew Gates; Spr - Derek Upton, Jace Hooper, Mark Bastian.

Riverton 4 defeated Donnybrook 1 Goals: Riv - Neil Maxted, Lachie Haddow, Jonathan Venning, Aaron Desmet; Don - Chris Napper. Best: Riv - Josh Nourse, Adam Busch, Jonathan Venning; Don - Mark Telfer, Josef Roberts, Paul Telfer.

There are no matches next weekend, due to school holidays. The next round will be at Clare on July 20.

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YEARS AGO July 2008

• MALLALA’S Deb Turley was awarded a high commendation in the Excellence in Teacher Leadership category at the Australian Government National Awards for Schooling.

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• AUBURN’S Grant Allen, a mountain bike daredevil, was hired by film company, Free Ride Entertainment, to perform four weeks of death defying stunts in America and Canada for a movie, New World Disorder Four.

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August 1, 1872: I would not have believed it could rain so. It has been quite disastrous for us, alas, since most of the wheat already sown has washed away into the creek. We have had to bring the cattle and sheep into fold each night. Only small Rebecca is thriving and there is no longer a trace of croup. Today, to cheer Robert when he came in, I dressed her up in one of the long silk and limerick lace robes Mama sent from Sydney. He was delighted with our rosebud and, for a moment, we forgot the misery outside.

September 30: We are much happier. The weather has suddenly bloomed into bright sunshine which is splendid

YEARS AGO July 1993

by Norma Schopp

and just in time for shearing.

The sheep are very heavy with wool and the clip should be excellent. This morning, with Rebecca strapped to my back… just like a particularly blue-eyed papoose… I went out to help herd some stubborn lambs and hoggets through the “wash.” It was very pleasant there by the creek, in the dappled sunshine.

Magpies chimed all out of key from the water gums and cockatoos were strung along the bough, thick as white apple

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care of unsuspecting Martha and Jonathan Kent (Diane Lane and Kevin Costner).

As Kal-El (or Clark Kent as they call him) grows, he discovers the powers he has and the prejudice that follows. After Jonathan dies, Clark sets out to find out who he is. Little does he know, his extra-terrestrial past will soon catch up to him.

Let’s start on the positive notes. Henry Cavill is a far superior actor and Superman than Brandon Routh. His intensity and charming nice-guy attitude pay off incredibly.

Russell Crowe is surprisingly well used throughout the film.

Both actors create this magnanimous presence on the screen and are hard to ignore.

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Superman Returns (2006) is often maligned (misdirected anger at the movie than at Brandon Routh I suspect).

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Planet Krypton is threatened by total destruction. Jor-El (Russell Crowe), fearing Kryptonian’s survival sends his only son, Kal-El (Henry Cavill) off planet to ensure the race’s survival.

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• LEWISTON’S Belinda Price came close to fulfilling her dream of becoing a top Australian model when she was chosen from 5,500 entrants as a finalist in the Girlfriend Model of the Year contest.

• Jul 12: Senior Citizens Club 46th birthday, luncheon at Royal Hotel Balaklava.

• Jul 26: Owen Primary School Quiz Night.

• Jul 30: Balaklava Meals on Wheels AGM, Lutheran Church Hall; Mothers Group, Balaklava Uniting Church Hall.

Puzzle 25 (Medium, difficulty rating 0.48) • Aug2 2,13, 4: Balaklava Eisteddfod.

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blossom. Robert declares we were both a great help, especially Becky.

October 10: Well, I am very proud tonight. I have just spun my very first length of yarn. It is very handsome…a grey speckled rope. Robert kept aside one of the two black fleeces and it mixed beautifully with the white. By next winter, I hope to have spun enough yarn to weave some cloth. Billy made my wheel but I think we will have to order a weaving machine from town. Robert says he can scarcely wait to wear the first jacket made from our very own flocks.

(The farmer’s wife continued to keep a diary but, sadly, I do not have a copy of it).

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While the film as a whole is sound, the connotation is extremely off putting. As with every Nolan produced picture, Hans Zimmer follows with a thumping soundtrack.

Man of Steel is no different.

His work on this film might be some of my favourite, with thundering and deep choruses that capture the delicacy that Snyder has put into the film.

Zimmer’s soundtrack would have to be the highlight of the film for me. Goyers knack for examining the man behind the mask cannot be doubted.

Snyder (while he does not stray far from Nolan) provides a sound attempt at this legend.

Man of Steel feels too Nolan influenced and inspired. Snyder does not have Nolan’s flare, wit and intensity.

Overall, an uninspired film, yet highly entertaining.

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monthly CHURCH TIMES july 14 A.O.G./A.C.C. Balaklava....................10.00am anglican Balaklava.................... 9.00am Hamley Bridge........... 9.30am with UCA at hospital Two Wells..................10.00am CATHOLIC CHURCH Balaklava............ Mass 9.00am Pt Wakefield..... Mass 10.30am Two Wells................... 8.30am Virginia......................10.00am CHURCH OF CHRIST Balaklava....................10.00am Community church Pinery......................... 6.00pm LIGHTHOUSE Balaklava....................10.00am LUTHERAN Balaklava......................9.00am UNITING Mallala.........................9.00am Two Wells..................10.30am Owen Comm...............9.30am Hamley Bridge.............9.30am with Anglicans at hospital Windsor.......................9.00am Balaklava......................9.30am Pt Wakefield.............. 10.30am Nantawarra..................6.00pm Lochiel..........Comb. Nantwarra Tarlee........................... 9.15am

July 21 A.O.G./A.C.C. Balaklava.................. 10.00am anglican Balaklava.................... 9.00am Hamley Bridge..........11.00am Two Wells................ 10.00am CATHOLIC CHURCH Balaklava................. 10.30am Pt Wakefield.... Liturgy 9.00am Two Wells.................. 8.30am Virginia.................... 10.00am CHURCH OF CHRIST Balaklava.................. 10.00am Community church Pinery...................... 10.00am LIGHTHOUSE Balaklava.................. 10.00am LUTHERAN Auburn...................... 9.00am Balaklava................... 11.00am UNITING Mallala....................... 9.00am Two Wells.................10.30am Owen Comm............. 11.00am Hamley Bridge............. 9.15am Windsor.......................9.00am Balaklava...................... 9.30am Pt Wakefield.............. 10.30am Nantawarra............with Lochiel Lochiel....................... 10.00am Tarlee..................Not provided

july 28 A.O.G./A.C.C. Balaklava....................10.00am anglican Balaklava.................... 9.00am Goyder.....................11.00am Two Wells..................10.00am CATHOLIC CHURCH Balaklava.................. 10.30am Pt Wakefield........ Mass 9.00am Two Wells................... 8.30am Virginia......................10.00am CHURCH OF CHRIST Balaklava....................10.00am Community church Pinery........................10.00am LIGHTHOUSE Balaklava....................10.00am LUTHERAN Balaklava......................9.00am Robertstown................7.00pm UNITING Mallala.........................9.00am Two Wells..................10.30am Owen Comm............. 11.00am Hamley Bridge........... 11.00am Windsor.......................9.00am Balaklava......................9.30am Pt Wakefield.............. 10.30am Nantawarra..................6.00pm Lochiel..........Comb. Nantwarra Tarlee........................... 9.15am

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HAMLEY BRIDGE – Modern 3 bedroom house, 2 bathrooms, b.i.r, separate lounge & family room, alfresco umr, carport, r/c a/c. Low maintenance yard. $270pw. Avail June 15th. ph 042 112 4022 or 040 446 8397

RIVERTON - Neat 2 bedroom unit, air conditioning, carport, $160 per week. Phone 0419 831 178.

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2004 Mitsubishi Triton Crew Cab ute, petrol/LPG (belly tank), 108,500kms, new tyres, canopy, nudge bar, Light Force spot lights, tow bar, 50mm tow ball, side steps, Engle fridge connection in rear, reg no XFD 990, $14,950. Contact Barry 0408 850 715.

2006 Holden Viva, Hatch 84,000km, Auto, Silver, Full service history. Registered until October. Good condition great fuel economy, $8,000. Price Negotiable, reg no XOA 548. Phone 0423 813 117.

CARAVAN for sale. Viscount Ultra Lite pop top, new fridge, roll out blind, good order, kept under cover, $5,500 neg. Ph: 8862 2081.

DIGITEC HD TV antenna, brand new never used. Paid $120, sell for $80. Phone 8862 2433.

GLOBES shapes and sizes for all situations. Vacuum cleaner replacement bags.

Balaklava Electronics 8862 1552.

HAMLEY Bridge Secondhand and Collectables, 16 Light Street. Specialising in pre-1960 furniture and household goods. Phone 0403 874 716 Open Friday 9-5, Saturday 10-4.

HONDA XR600, 1991 model, good condition, $2000 ono. Engine no PE 04E5603546 Ph 0488 005 140.

MAGNA wagon, clean interior, no dents or rust, reliable, lots of new parts, $800, reg no VLW 912.

Phone 8862 2002.

WINDOWS - 2 second hand wooden sash windows with fly screens. To fit window space 1850mm high x 940mm wide, $30 each.

Phone 0430 720 207.

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FIREWOOD $195 per tonne.

Free delivery or pick-up Balaklava as arranged. Mix gum. Phone 0447 079 388 or 0428 811 874.

FIREWOOD for sale. Cut weighed and delivered. Kindling available. Phone (m) 0407 896 159 Snowtown.

FIREWOOD - Quality split red gum, $330 p/tonne. All loads weighed, free delivery. Owen and surrounding area. Conditions apply.

Phone 0412 887 040.

REDGUM for sale $120 by appointment. Also saw bench for hire with operator $80. Phone 0408 800 534.

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GIVEAWAY - box full of preserving jars / bottles, in good condition. Will give away or swap for some garden cuttings. No cash involved. Phone 0421 163 282. All hours.

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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PHYSIO Prime - Balaklava, Two Wells and Mallala.

(W) physioprime.com.au (F) facebook/physioprime (P) 8862 2200 or Darren on 0419 842 228 for an appointment.

WAntED to BUY

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

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TWELVE Foot Sea Bird Tinny. Motor upgraded to 8 hp good condition includes 10lt Fuel tank, 2 life jackets, Hummingbird fish finder.

Price $1400 negotiable.

Selling due to upgrade Contact Ryan 0429 699 394.

WOOD lathe, cast iron bed, 900ml between centres, free standing, variable speed, reverse head, in good order, $200. Ring 8862 1668 or 0458 621 668.

WOODEN crates, 1100 x 1200 x 1800. Ideal for rose garden beds, chicken coops, dog kennels, etc. $50 each. Ph 0402 821 316.

UnDER $100

LAWNMOWERS, two 2nd hand mowers, need repairing, make an offer. Various 2nd hand golf clubs $5 each. Men’s bicycle 2nd hand $25. Phone 0430 720 207.

GLEESON - Margaret.

Founder of Balaklava and District Historical Society 1972, Museum member for 40 years, including service as President, Treasurer and on Committee. Remembered with great respect by members of Balaklava Museum Inc.

GLEESON - Margaret.

Balaklava Community Library. It is with sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Margaret Glesson, the inaugral secretary at the Balaklava Community Library Board of Management in 1980. She also served for many years as chairperson of the board.

GLEESON Margaret Ipsa.

Passed away June 28, 2013. Life long friend and neighbour at Mt Templeton and Charles St Balaklava of the Lamond family. Our thoughts are with Judith,Andrew,Peter,Anne and their families.

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LIPTROT - Malcolm. Happy 70th birthday Tuesday July 9. Love your one and only friend.

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TURNBULL - GREGORY. Nigel and Candice are pleased to announce the arrival of Lachlan James Turnbull born June 13 2013, weighing 8lb 14.5oz.

Proud grandparents Andrew and Trudy Gregory of Kimba (originally Hamley Bridge), Mark and Kathy Turnbull of Cleve. Special thanks to the midwifes at Gawler Hospital.

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BORLACE, Elsie “May” (nee Polkinghorne). Passed away peacefully on July 3, 2013. Aged 84 years.

Loved wife of Roy (deceased). Loving mother and mother-in-law of Robert and Janet, Graeme, Pamela and Greg. Grandma of Claire and Roy. A funeral service for May will be conducted entirely in the Balaklava Funeral Chapel, 16 Scotland Street, Balaklava on Friday July 12, 2013 at 1pm DURDIN & FORGIE Family Funeral Directors Accredited Member AFDA Balaklava 8862 2101

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GLEESON - Margaret. The Balaklava Primary School community, in particular it’s staff, wish to express our sincere condolences to the family of Margaret. She was the very dedicated school librarian for 10 years between 1972 and 1982, including the assimilation of library books from several small schools, closed in that time.

Respected by all.

HENNIG - Jeff. Former member and tireless worker for Balaklava Museum. Including service as Vice President and on Committee.

Respectfully remembered

by Members of Balaklava Museum Inc. PENNA - John Bruce.

23/12/1933 to 24/06/2013.

Passed away peacefully at the age of 79 years. Loving husband of Rosalie.

John will be missed by all his family and friends.

In accordance with John’s wishes, a private funeral has been held.

RIMMER - Christian. Words can not even come close.

I would give anything to have you back. Best friends always. Together forever, forever together.

Love your wife, Megan Xxx RIMMER - Christian.

We had a classic brotherin-law, sister-in-law relationship. Both madly protecting and loving the most important person in our lives and through it all we loved each other like a brother and sister do. I just keep hearing you say “it’s alright sweetheart”. How I would give the world for you to say that now. I love you, it was impossible not to love you. If only you knew that Terri xx

Tayla and Emma now have their Uncle Christian watching over them as a Guardian Angel. Love Terri and Trevor.

RIMMER - Christian.

My loveable rogue. I loved you with all my heart, as a son. You gave me so many special, loving and of course hilarious memories. You will always be in my heart and soul. I will miss you everyday. Never forgotten. Love always Bev (Ma-in-law).

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RIMMER - Christian.

Christian, farewell good friend. We’ll play a game of bowls with you when next we meet. Love you always Nan Harding.

RIMMER - Christian. Will love you always Rimmer.

Carla & Joel.

RIMMER - Christian. We will miss your infectious smile, as you walked through the door yelling at the top of your voice “Jager Bombs on Me”. Rest in peace mate.

From Bek, Dylan, Iggy and Herbie - Mallala Hotel.

RIMMER - Christian. We are devastated you left us so soon we had many more memories to make! Loved every second we spent with you. You always treated our boys like your own and we will never forget that!

Forever in our hearts and always on our mind Jim, Sharna, Hamish, Charley and Cohen xx

RIMMER - Christian. At present words are very few, we are truly blessed to have had a friend like you. Thanks for all the good times and memories we’ve shared. We’ll never forget you mate, forever in our hearts. Tessa & Justin.

RIMMER - Christian. Our adopted son. Words cannot express our thoughts.

Not a day has gone by without a tear being shed by someone, somewhere.

Your love and affection towards us will never be forgotten. We are missing you a lot. Our thoughts are with the Rimmer Families.

Lots of luv always, Jason and Carol.

RIMMER - Christian. Rim, my adopted son. A many a time in the last week I have asked myself why. If you get a chance to let me know, please do. You were strong on and off the field, a role model, mate and companion to many. I have been strong so far also, but sorry mate, I am about to tested in a big way. May your magpie wings bring you home this weekend for one last flyover. Until we meet again mate. Jason - Mallala Football Club, A Grade Team Manager.

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RIMMER - Christian. A fun loving character that will be sadly missed around the club. Gone but not forgotten. Mallala Netball Club

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RIMMER - Christian. Rimmer your contagious smile will be sadly missed but never forgotten. May you shine bright amongst the stars.

Love & light always - The Blackies xxxx

RIMMER - Christian. Mate, words can’t describe the way we are feeling. You will never be forgotten.

Loved playing with you on and off the field. Forever in our hearts and welcome at club Whitwell. Love always Whitty and Clare.

RIMMER - Christian. A tough and formidable sportsman who was highly respected both on and off the field.

Our deepest sympathies to his family as well as his friends at the Mallala Football Club. Balaklava Football and Netball Club.

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PARHAM - Keith and the Blacket family wish to thank everyone for their love, prayers and sympathy cards on the passing of Mary. Your support is much appreciated.

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SCHULZ - John. Patricia, Stephen, Darren, Carolyn, Catherine, Zac and Todd, would sincerely wish to thank everyone for their support, visits, cards, phone calls, flowers, donations to the hospital and attendance at the funeral of our dearly loved husband, father and grand pa. Please accept this as a personal thank you to all.

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Pursuant to Section 33 of the Road Traffic Act 1961, the District Council of Mallala authorises the closure of Old Port Wakefield Road, Two Wells

between Wells Road and Drew Street from 05:30 am to 09:30 am on Saturday 10 August 2013 for the 2013 SA Variety Club Bash.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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HAY PROCESSORS Permanent & Casual Positions Balco Australia Pty Ltd is a major supplier of hay products to international markets. Balco is an equal opportunity employer with a strong focus on workplace health and safety and ensuring the quality of our product.

All vehicles exceeding 5 tonne will be required to detour the township via Mallala Road, Gawler Road, Brooks Road or Hayman Road as Drew Street has a 5 tonne load limit (emergency vehicles, buses, council vehicles and service vehicles exempt).

Participants of the 2013 SA Variety Club Bash are exempt of all road rules relating to pedestrian behaviour during the time frames of the road closure. For more details contact District Council of Mallala (08) 8527 0200.

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St ate C ou nt ry Fo ot ba ll United ch a mp s claims

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CENTRAL Zone took blustery out there,” he said. out the 2013 “A couple of shots the wind grabbed Les Pearson reviews State Country and dragged them away fairly late.”

Football round 5 APFL Two Wells coach, Mark Thomson, Championships A grade matches could not believe the drop in standard at Port Pirie of his team’s disposal. on Sunday, “We were burning the footy from defeating UNITED became the second team to half back, so it was barely getting to the Murray South premier, Two Wells, with centre line,” he said. roll the reigning East in the 40-point win in gusty a comprehensive “They could have been five goals up grand final. conditions at Long Plains on Saturday. at quarter time, they played really well Andrew Hardiman came back into the into the wind as well.

Two Wells team, which was still missing Ruckman, Tyson Ettridge, lined up on Lee Allmond, Josh Osbourne and Brad Two Wells danger man, Simon Feast, in Fitzgerald. an epic head-to-head battle.

The Tigers came out the better team, “Tyson was charged with keeping a slamming on 10 scoring shots to three close eye on Feast, as we knew what he but only registering two goals from all was capable of,” White said. their hard work.

“This was the first week he was able Two Wells failed to respond to the to fully train after playing with a few early wake-up call and United continued niggles the past couple of weeks.” on where they left off, seizing a 21-point Ettridge did a pretty good job, while buffer at the main break. his Tiger teammates enjoyed a freeLes Pearson reviews thegame 2013 State United coach, David White, said scorflowing style. ing was tough at times.

Country Football Championships n Continued page 19 “It was a tricky wind, it was fairly

Central Zone claims flag KOBY Ettridge marks for the Tigers in their goal third, ahead of Rooster, Ryan Hooper, in the CENTRAL Zone A grade match on Saturday. coach, Andy Michael, pictured holding the championship trophy with captain, Tom Riggs.

CENTRAL Zone took out the 2013 The second match against Southern State Country Football Championships District suddenly had plenty of impetus title at Port Pirie on Sunday, compreon it, a win taking the Central Zone hensively accounting for Murray South into the final the following day.

East in the grand final after going into The Eagles came out hard with the the decider in convincing fashion. first two goals of the match before ASH looking potential players.

Kicking theBarnett dew offhas thebeen oval with Southern hit back with “I’m the breeze to forward appointed coach versus to it, for sure.”

“At this early stage, the first game ofas thethecarnival level things up. for the Adelaide Plains Barnett was a selector I’m working on apEastern Zone on Saturday, the Central A goal on the half time buzzer gave Football League’s boys struggled to controlassotheir disposal Central a small breakand andassistant they rancoach of the proaching a few guys ciation team to compete APFL team in 2004 and who can help with selecwith turnovers costing goals early. away with it in the end. at the Landmark Cup at 2005. tion,” Barnett said.

Forward Glenn Dundovic (BlackCaleb Howell (Virginia) was superb, on June 8. individual picking up two goals, while “TheLachlan concept has “I’ll be picking guys wood)Jamestown finished a sensational APFL president, changed a bit over the who want to play, that effort in the first half and the Eagles Michael (Balaklava) sealed the win Brad Busch, confirmed years to the round robin will be my personal were on top throughout the match but with a vital goal with only a handful of appointment on approach, we want guys failed Barnett’s to capitalise on possession. minutes on the clock.style, whereas it used to Tuesday.goal from Angus Bruggebe justinone who want to play.”

A snapped Again, Liebelt starred the game,” ruck he “He’s very enthusiAt least five players mann (Mallala) in the second half set and pushing deep in said. defence, while astic, Central keen andZone positive will beput trying to under 21 must be selected up victory, running out Hier and Billy NichollsHe (RSMU) about it, andinI like his affair. involve as many people thefirst finalstint squad.

INinhis at State ASH 13-point winners a scrappy theirBarnett bodies on the line in defence. style myself,” Busch said. differentvital clubs would imagineBalCountry“Ilevel coaching, Ryan Darling (Blyth-Snowtown) Bruggemann wasfrom particularly footy “I’m very he whilewith association around the competition as thereAndy wouldMichael be up toled 25the aklava’s starred through the happy midfield, at centre half forward, working hard to around the nation when has taken it on.” possible to help in some under 21s in the competiCentral Zone to the title and in ruckman, Michael Liebelt (South provide a target, while Osborn conplaying but I hadn’t Barnett, current capacity. make the doingtion so,that tookcould home the Bill Clare), along withthe fellow midfieldtinued his solid carnival in the centre considered coaching it,” Hamley Bridge A grade With the Landmark Murdoch squad,” Barnett Medal for said. coach of ers, Nigel Osborne (CMS Crows) and circle and across half forward. he said. he wasSaints), more were a month away, the championships.

“It’s a big chance for Rowancoach, Prior said (Southern Nick Cane (BSR)Cup alsoonly put together “It came as a little bit happy to take on the the coachthroughhas already a lotformer of those guys, asPlains The Adelaide pivotalthan in the clash. two consistent performances of a surprise but when role. begun to canvass the scouts often attend these Football League coach put Despite some shaky disposals early, out the day on a wing. the opportunity came, I been racked involved league’s other coaches for hourscarnivals.” of work and planning Zac Hier “I’ve (RSMU), up touches jumped at it. n Continued page 18 in defence and was also stellar.

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Andy’s coaching recognition into assembling the squad and Yorke Peninsula football and the end result was fitting leagues, so it was only the Hills reward.

Football League that I was “Right from the start, I prob- probably flying a bit blind.” ably knew the blokes I wanted Securing the selection of to target in our league (APFL) South Clare’s Michael Liebelt YOUNG Bomber, Matthew Couley, charges down to try and get involved,” he last Wednesday evening proved the ground in the Under 8 game at Port Wakefield on said. a windfall for the Central team.

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