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Wednesday, September 11, 2013

Wakefield voters follow trend to punish Labor

Champion survives national knockout Margin buffer repels Zorich’s Liberal challenge

Nick Champion

RE-ELECTED Wakefield MP, Nick Champion, blames national issues and party disunity as main reasons for a swing of just under seven per cent against him in last Saturday’s Federal election.

Now facing at least three years in opposition after taking Wakefield for Labor in 2007, Mr Champion said he did not believe the result was a reflection of personal performance.

He pledged to continue to fight for

Wakefield in opposition and intends to maintain pressure on the new Liberal government to support local projects awaiting funding.

Mr Champion wants an active role in rebuilding the Labor party.

“I will also be at the forefront for the fight to keep Holden in Australia,” Mr Champion said.

Liberal candidate, Tom Zorich, said he was pleased the Coalition was successful.

Although disappointed with the Wakefield result, Mr Zorich said pulling back a 10 per cent margin “was a tough ask.”

Mr Zorich acknowledged Labor had held the seat, but suggested Mr Champion would need to work the electorate strongly.

“The challenge is now up to him,” he said.

READ MORE: ELECTION WRAP-UP, PAGES 2 & 3

OUR WINNERS THE Plains Producer Medal for APFL football was shared between United’s Heath Pym and Hamley Bridge’s Craig Taylor on Saturday night, following a nerve-wracking count at the Balaklava Town Hall.

Hummocks netballer, Sarah Young, took out her second consecutive APNA Plains Producer Medal in the A1 count, winning over teammate, Sam Nicholls.

• Sarah is pictured with Heath Pym (left) and Craig Taylor.

Taylor, Pym and Virginia’s Caleb Howell were right amongst the votes coming into the latter stages

of the count, Pym polling three votes in the final round to draw level with Taylor on 17 votes.

Howell finished runner up on 14 votes, while Balaklava’s Dean Storic and Two Wells’ Ned Seccafien finished on 13 votes each.

Earlier in the count, Taylor had flown out of the blocks and looked a certain winner, polling 14 votes in the first seven rounds.

But Pym slowly chipped away in the latter stages of the season to equal the vote tally come round 19. n CONTINUED PAGE 4

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NEWS v FEDERAL ELECTION JUST SHORT OF VICTORY:

Disappointed, but Zorich is ‘Mr Positive’ DESPITE a seven per cent swing that would have won a lot of seats around the nation, Liberal Candidate for Wakefield, Tom Zorich, fell about three per cent short of victory in Saturday’s Federal Election.

While disappointed to lose, Mr Zorich still found several positives in making up huge ground on the 10.5 per cent margin his opponent, Labor MP Nick Champion, held going into the poll.

“I’m pleased the Coalition got in, Australia is now under new management and open for business,” he said. “I’m a little disappointed we couldn’t get across the line but to pull back a 10 per cent margin was a tough ask.”

The big question on everyone’s lips is would Mr Zorich be back and challenging for the seat in 2016 after coming so close.

“I’d like to let the dust settle first but I was really buoyed by the confidence so many people had in me to take on the role,” he said.

“I’m not one to sit back and wonder if an opportunity is there but it is something I may revisit.

“I was new to the game and I warmed to it as I went on, learning

Les Pearson reports: strategies needed to put in place to get the name recognition up.

“I’m pragmatic when it comes to the conclusion. I was honoured to represent the people of Wakefield from the conservative, Liberal persuasion and I did the best I could.

“For now, we have a few Liberal candidates coming up in the state election, so I would like to help out all those who helped me.”

Mr Zorich also passed on his appreciation to the team of people behind his campaign.

“Our team had a strong strategy, a good focus, we planned well and executed,” he said.

“I was very proud of our team and the way we conducted our campaign, and I would also like to thank the volunteers and supporters who voted for me.”

Mr Zorich took exception to alleged “lies” from the Labor party regarding spending on Holden in the lead up to polling day.

“This was never meant to be an auction in saving Holden,” he said.

“We were playing the game with

LIBERAL candidate Tom Zorich with Balaklava farmer and local councillor, Maurice Tiller, during a “meet and greet” session in Balaklava earlier this year. a straight bat. We were very ethical, disciplined and professional in our approach but the closer I came to winning, all we got was stronger negativity.”

The experience of running as a candidate was one that will stick with him for some time to come.

“There’s a lot of hurdles, a lot of bumps in the road,” Mr Zorich said.

“After the debate, I had to dust myself off and get back out there.

“You can never take anything for granted, you do your work right to the very end.”

In summing up, Mr Zorich put the ball back in Mr Champion’s court.

“I acknowledge Nick’s win but he’s not in government any more, so he will have to work the electorate strongly and the challenge is now up to him,” he said.

Mr X grabs 24% locally WAKEFIELD voters followed the state-wide trend by supporting Independent MP, Nick Xenophon in Senate voting.

Mr Xenophon received 17,944 first preference votes for whopping 24.09 per cent of the total vote in Wakefield (103,393 registered electors).

He outpolled the Liberal party, which recorded 17,027 votes (22.86

per cent) and was not far behind Labor, with 19,947 votes (26.78).

Family first and the Greens were next in the local pecking order.

Bob Day, who is likely to grab a Senate spot when preferences are included, recorded 3655 votes, for 4.9 per cent, just ahead of Greens candidate and current Senator, Sarah Hanson-Young, with 3476 first preferences (4.67 per cent).

Independent alleges ‘corruption’ ALLEGATIONS of corrupt voting practices have been raised by Independent candidate for Wakefield, Mark Aldridge.

Mr Aldridge, who polled four per cent of votes from the election,

has been in involved in the study of election conduct over some years and claimed the complaints are now flooding in. He felt his campaign was sabotaged on a number of fronts, including posters being stolen.

Masters Games for Clare in 2015

THE wider local region could benefit from the Sport SA announcement Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council (CGVC) had been successful in its bid to host the 20th Masters Games in two years.

Athletes from throughout the state will converge on Clare in March 2015 for the event.

Previous host regions have included Ceduna, Mt Gambier, Murray Bridge, Orroroo, Port Lincoln, Port Pirie, the Riverland and Whyalla.

Balaklava Area Committee chairman, Roger McQuire, said the committee had expressed interest in providing a submission to host the event but Wakefield Regional Council would be required to underwrite the event’s financial risk.

“We spoke with council and it would be fair to say there was in-principle support from them,”

Balaklava ‘interest’ for 2016 – Balaklava Area Committee chairman, Roger McQuire Mr McQuire said. However, time constraints to analyse budgetary implications were tight.

“In that sense, we found ourselves in a difficult position,” Mr McQuire added.

Meantime, the CGVC was well advanced in preparing its submission and sought a letter of support from WRC to go with its bid.

CGVC CEO, Roy Blight, believed it was a significant win for the region, particularly as the games would be

celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2015. Mr Blight said the Clare region possessed some great sporting assets with excellent sports administrators.

“The ability for us to put together a fabulous event is very high, and as it is the first one here it will be a great opportunity to showcase our sports,” he said.

“And because we have almost two years to plan, we have a lot of lead time for training, so we expect to have a strong local competitor base.

“This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase sport, which is a quintessential part of country life, as well as our wine, food, tourism and accommodation facilities.”

Events will be held from Thursday, March 26 to Sunday, March 29, 2015 in and around Clare, making use of existing sports and recreational facilities.

This year’s SA Masters Games, held at Orroroo, attracted more than 900 visitors, and it is expected even more will come to Clare to participate and celebrate the games’ 20th year.

Tennis, cricket, football, netball, athletics, swimming, and cycling will be included, and the council is in discussion with other sporting groups.

Mr McQuire said the Balaklava Area Committee has shown interest in submitting a bid for the 2016 Masters Games.

“The committee is very keen and we think Balaklava, with its sporting infrastructure, would be a fantastic venue,” he said. “I believe it is a project Balaklava could accommodate.

It would take of lot of planning but it would raise the profile of the town and the area substantially.”

Mr McQuire also supported CGVC on its successful bid and

indicated sporting facilities in the Wakefield region could be utilised by the neighbouring council if needed.

Mr Blight said council welcomed submissions from local sporting clubs for inclusion, which would be dependent on the region having suitable facilities and volunteers to run the events.

He praised the work of Valleys Lifestyle Centre manager, Andrew Waters, who was instrumental in putting together the region’s application and was very excited to be part of the region’s preparations to host the games.

The council has opened a Facebook page to promote the Clare Masters Games and encourages sporting groups and individuals to connect, provide input and keep up to date with plans as they unfold. Go to: www. facebook.com/ClareMastersGames.

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NEWS v FEDERAL ELECTION

Champion holds on “

No doubt I lost a bit of skin off my nose but I don’t think this poll was a real reflection of personal performance

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ISSUES surrounding party disunity, illegal immigrant arrivals and carbon pricing were the three main factors re-elected Wakefield MP, Nick Champion, believed contributed to the huge swing against him in the weekend’s Federal Election.

Going into Saturday’s poll with a 10.5 per cent margin, Mr Champion survived a swing of about seven per cent against him towards Liberal opponent, Tom Zorich.

Mr Champion felt the constant battle for the Labor leadership between Kevin Rudd and Julia Gillard, the flood of illegal immigrants arriving by boats and introducing the carbon tax without an explicit mandate were national issues affecting the local vote.

“No doubt I lost a bit of skin off my nose but I don’t think this poll was a real reflection of personal performance,” he said.

“Voters marked us down across the country for our internal divisions. I don’t think people were quite ready for (the carbon tax).

“We really should have got onto the (boat arrivals) much earlier than we did.

“I’ve got to take some responsibility for it and it’s fair to say I never want to repeat the leadership divisions there have been over the last six years.”

Les Pearson reports: In securing a third term, Mr Champion rewrote the record books in Wakefield again, becoming the first Labor MP to hold the seat for three consecutive terms in the history of the electorate.

“I think I can firmly say everyone benefited from a range of investment in projects across the electorate,” he said.

“I worked hard for everyone, regardless where they lived and worked.”

His role changes significantly after the Coalition, headed by Tony Abbott, won the election but working in reforming opposition could present an opportunity to take on a more senior role within the party, although at this stage Mr Champion was somewhat reluctant to take on a role in the Shadow Ministry.

“Part of me prefers to have my own views, rather than moderate them, which is something you have to do if serving on the front bench,” he explained.

He pledged to continue to fight for investment in Wakefield and be an active contributor in rebuilding the Labor party.

“I will also be at the forefront for the fight to

NICK Champion sends a message of thanks to Wakefield voters. keep Holden in Australia,” Mr Champion said.

“Retaining Holden will be a critical early test for the new government and we will also see if any of Tony Abbott’s rhetoric on jobs is true.

“I’m absolutely exhausted. This has been a tough election and I was always confident I

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NEWS v District

Football and netball medalists announced

•From Page 1 Hummocks-Watchman Eagles pair, Dylan Irrgang (29) and Nathan Studham (26) took out the top two junior colts positions respectively.

HWE senior colt, Josh Appleby, showed how bright his future is, polling a massive 39 votes from 16 matches at a stunning average of about 2.5 votes per game.

Virginia’s Chris Campbell took out the reserves’ best and fairest, after finishing runner up in 2012.

In the netball, Tania Knott (HB), Kayla Arbon (B), Cheyenne Krejzik (V), Zoe Grant (TW), Stephanie McArdle (LP), Amy Humphrys (HB), Brooke Humphrys (TW) and Rhea Lawless (B) took out the A2, A3, A4, A5, 17 and under, 15 and under, 13A and 13B awards.

PRIZE WINNERS

WINNERS of our recent Father’s Day competition were: Deb Webb, first prize and Aaron Clifford, second. They correctly spotted the difference in “adjusted” pictures of six local dads in business.

WINNER of a family pass to the Royal Adelaide Show was Madeleine Karklins, of Balaklava.

Madeleine told of her favourite attractions at the show: “The farmyard nursery, superdogs, flying pigs, woodchoppers, craft, amazing cake decorations, the magic circus ride – I love it all!”

The Balaklava Riverton Health Advisory Council Inc will hold its

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Thursday 24 October 2013 at 6.30 pm in the Balaklava Hospital and Health Service Board Room.

All members of the public are welcome to attend.

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The Balaklava Riverton Health Advisory Council Inc is calling for nominations for the position of:

COMMUNITY REPRESENTATIVES ON THE BALAKLAVA RIVERTON HEALTH ADVISORY COUNCIL INC As stated by the Balaklava Riverton Health Advisory Council Inc Constitution, the position of Community Representative falls vacant in Balaklava and Riverton at the Annual General Meeting, which will be held on Thursday 24 October 2013 in the Balaklava Hospital and Health Service Board Room.

Following conclusion of the Annual General Meeting the Returning Officer will determine representative appointments and this will be up to a maximum of three years.

Each nomination shall be in writing and be signed by two community consumers in addition to the candidate.

Nomination forms are available from Alana Pollard, which can be requested by email alana.pollard@health.sa.gov.au or collected from Administration at either of the Balaklava or Riverton Hospitals.

The nomination form, along with a current Curriculum Vitae, are to be forwarded in an envelope marked ‘confidential’ and addressed to: Mr Roger Kirchner Regional Director Yorke and Northern Rural Region C/- Port Pirie Regional Health Service PO Box 546 PORT PIRIE SA 5540 by the close of business on Monday, 14 October 2013.

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Port Wakefield Primary School Christian Pastoral Support Worker, Merry Bennett (centre), with PWPS staff, students and parents. RIGHT: Fiona Tiller (centre) with Owen Primary School students. PICTURES: Lisa Redpath.

Special week for support workers September 8 to 16 is Schools Ministry Week, as Christian Pastoral Support Workers (CPSW) at three local primary schools celebrate their first year of support work.

All three work part time, are funded by the Federal Government and employed by the School’s Ministry Group.

Fiona (Fuzzy) Tiller was appointed at Owen Primary School in mid 2012, after spending a year as CPSW at Pasadena High School.

“While I enjoyed the mature conversations at high school level, I enjoy the primary school aspect a lot more,” Fiona said.

“It’s my dream job - I love it, and the students seem to be excited to see me and join in with whatever games or activities we are doing.”

Owen PS Principal, Cheryl Glenie, said Fiona had worked hard and had become a well respected member of staff.

“Fiona has worked with staff to ensure her work adds on to our

work across the whole school, especially in the area of social skill development,” she said.

“Feedback from parents and Governing Council support the quality of work Fiona performs for and on behalf, of Owen PS.” Merry Bennett started in 2013 for her first appointment as CPSW. After 18 years in aged care and CHAP work, Merry retired, but due to her interest and passion for Christian work, and her work as a school teacher many years ago, was encouraged to become a CPSW. “Even though I am new to the situation and role, I have felt very welcome here, and the program is working well,” Merry said.

“My role is one of support, to care for and nurture students and staff at the school.”

“CPSWs are a welcome addition to the school community, and there are very different needs in a small school than a

Balaklava Primary School Christian Pastoral Support Worker, Kym Woodroofe, with students Liam Bigg, Kara Binka and Isaac Pepe. big school,” Merry said.

Kym Woodroofe, a baker by trade, started as part time CPSW at Balaklava PS in 2013.

He was previously CPSW at Ardrossan Area School for three years.

Kym often uses his cooking skills for cooking activities with students.

“I really like the CPSW role, as children need as much support as they can get,” said Kym. “It’s challenging at times, but very rewarding as the more

things you see, the more you can help.”

Chairperson of CPSW’s Balaklava Support Group, Margaret Manuel, said the three CPSWs were an asset to the schools.

“We are very fortunate to have three diverse and high quality CPSWs.” AS recently advertised, Balaklava High School is also in the process of appointing a part time CPSW. There are more than 300 CPSWs in public schools around SA.

Crash on highway leads to drink driving charge WINDSOR

• A 38-year-old Gawler West man has been reported for a range of driving offences after a crash on Port Wakefield Road near Windsor on Monday, September 2.

At about 1.30pm, police from Mallala and Two Wells attended a crash about 5km north of Windsor in which a car had left the road and collided with a number of small trees and bushes.

The driver was taken to the Gawler Health Service where he allegedly refused to furnish a sample of his blood.

The man was reported for driving under the influence, driving without due care and refusing to supply a blood sample.

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CRIME STOPPERS 1800 333 000 n CALL 131 444 outside business hours or 000 in an emergency He was issued with an immediate 12-month loss of licence and will be summonsed to appear in court at a later date.

LOCHIEL

• A MAN was reported for cultivating cannabis after Port Wakefield Police found three large cannabis plants growing hydroponically in the man’s Lochiel home on Thursday afternoon.

The man was also reported for possession

of prescribed equipment and is expected to be summonsed to court at a later date.

Anyone with information on the location of cannabis or any illicit drug is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report online at www. sa.crimestoppers.com.au

WASLEYS

• A 31-year-old man from Wasleys was arrested for trespass by

the Two Wells Police on August 27.

• GAWLER Police reported a 55-year-old woman from Wasleys for two counts of theft on August 31.

DUBLIN

• MALLALA Police reported a 21-year-old woman from Dublin for assault on September 5.

TWO WELLS

• TWO Wells Police reported a 28-year-old woman from Two Wells for breaching the prescribed concentration of alcohol of 0.195 and driving disqualified on September 8.

• ON August 19 on Hayman Road, Two Wells, a house currently unoccupied was entered

and a laptop, furniture and TV were stolen.

The shed was also entered and a drill, welder and other various tools were stolen.

WILD HORSE PLAINS

• MALLALA Police reported a 42-year-old man from Wild Horse Plains for cultivating cannabis and possession of prescribed equipment on August 29.

LEWISTON

• ON August 30, a 21-year-old man from Lewiston was reported for driving without due care and failure to exchange particulars by the Gawler and Barossa Highway Patrols.

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Balaklava Derani Sanders had a double win at the Gawler Country Music Club’s 2013 Ultimate Talent Quest on August 10.

She won first place in the female vocal section and also in the Open category, in which she sang a gospel song.

These wins follow up from Derani’s second placing in the Gospel section at the Laura Country Music Festival on July 27.

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To donate to Roweena or join the challenging ride, check out the website www.conquercancer.org.au

• Meanwhile, mark your calendars for the 100th birthday of the Courthouse Gallery on October 26.

It will be a special soiree, with Mental Plains Producer’s health photographer, Lisa Redpath, providing A mental health the musical enterand suicide family tainment, while you support group is enjoy the latest exbeing organised by hibition and a nice local ladies, Julie night out.

Ruiz and Suzanne It will be a great Derani with her trophies.

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Roweena Tiller is donning the The group hopes to meet on the lycra and heading on The Ride to fourth Monday of each month, with Conquer Cancer fundraiser for the the first get-together on Monday, Flinders Medical Centre Foundation. September 23 at 7pm in the CounShe will head off for the two try Carers office (enter via rear of day, 200km ride on November building.)

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Thanks for your help!

As part of the Australian governments Celebrating Australian Citizenship Day celebrations, Horizon Christian School (HCS) will be hosting a morning tea on Tuesday, September 17 to thank members of the local community for their dedication and service to the community. Elected members, ambulance and CFS volunteers have been invited to attend. The morning tea will be catered by HCS’ Food and Hospitality students as part of their studies.

BPS welcomes VIPs

Balaklava Primary School hosted a “special visitors” morning tea last week, with more than 100 friends and relatives of students viewing class activities, and enjoying a school tour.

Owen Bowling Club is having a “Come and Try” day on Sunday, September 29, starting at 2pm. Food and drinks will be available, and if you don’t have your own bowls, some will be provided. A “crackerjack” day!

Not so easy rider!

Boys will be boys. A local town lad recently bought himself a motorbike and went to a local farm for a ride.

His father went to pick him up. But of course, like a “Locust” to green grass, his “Evel Knievel” father just had to have a ride!

Not sticking to the Laneway, our man drove in the paddock carefully but too slowly, so slowly he stalled the bike.

He put his foot down to stop, but jagged his leg, pulled his hamstring and fell off backwards, hitting his head and giving himself slight concussion.

He should’ve stuck to watching the Ashes!

Ladies, get ‘squished’ RECENTLY I came across some information which offered some alarming statistics about women aged 50 to 74 failing to have a mammogram every two years, despite breast cancer affecting one in every nine women.

Apparently more than half the women in this age group are not “getting squished.”

The majority of women know a mammogram may help save their life, especially if a lump is detected early – but new research

by BreastScreen NSW shows ‘lack of time’ is the most common reason (excuse) why women skip their mammogram.

Have you had one in the last two years? If not, just do it!

CORNY CORNER What did the patella say to the femur? I kneed you.

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DID YOU KNOW? – Jedi Master Yoda, Miss Piggy, Cookie Monster (and more) are voiced by the same actor, Frank Oz.

Flush these creeps away!

I read recently about vandalism to quite a number of local public toilets.

Various forms of vandalism were noted, but one just completely astounds me – the painting of toilet fixtures and walls with faeces.

What on earth is happening?

How gross, and smelly, are the people who do that?

How old are they, and what sort of mentality do they have?

(I’m guessing they would have to look up the meaning of mentality.)

Honestly, that behaviour is disgusting, and disturbing.

If you see someone do it, or know of someone who has, dob them in – not only to the council and police, but to a psychologist.

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NEWS v Balaklava NEW SMITHAM PAVILION A WIN FOR MUSEUM AND A WONDERFUL TRIBUTE TO SHARON:

Family heritage lives on forever

The official opening of the Smitham Pavilion – a memorial to the late Sharon Ann Hoepner – took place last Sunday at Balaklava Museum’s Urlwin Park property.

Mr. Merv Smitham, Sharon’s father, donated both a collection of heritage items relating to three generations of the Smitham family’s farming history, and a new pavilion in which to house the collection, as a memorial to his daughter Sharon, who passed away in July, 2011, from breast cancer.

Kimberley Hoepner, eldest daughter of Sharon and Robert Hoepner, and Merv’s grand-daughter, spoke on behalf of her grandfather, and then joined him to untie the pink ribbons to officially open the pavilion.

Museum president, Norma Schopp, presented a brief history of the building project, and thanked Merv for his very generous donation.

“It’s a tremendous public acknowledgement of esteem and support for a

highly respected family, and a legacy that will live on.”

Visitors travelled from around SA, interstate, and as far as Queensland, for the opening.

“The day was perfect and was even better than we expected, with about 300 people attending,” said Norma.

“We would like to thank everyone who helped with the construction of the pavilion, Friends in Pink, and the community for its support and donations for cancer research.”

Donations received for cancer support through Friends in Pink and Cancer Council SA, totalled $1380.

Friends in Pink, the local cancer support group, provided a delicious afternoon tea, and one of the Friends’ organisers, Joy Ryan, set up a very informative and appropriate display in the new pavilion.

Students from Balaklava Primary School, where Sharon had worked for several years, provided musical entertainment.

n MERV Smitham opens the new pavilion with grand daughter Kimberley Hoepner and Balaklava Museum president, Norma Schopp.

n ABOVE: Part of the big crowd at Urlwin Park being entertained by Balaklava primary school choir.

LIKE many farmers, young Dan Tiller only had eyes for a tractor – the lovingly restored old Fordson Major. Dan, son of Abbie and Jamie Tiller, is pictured with proud grandfather, Vaughan Chenoweth.

RIGHT: Snowtown farmer Barry Whitehead, who sharefarms for Merv Smitham, checks the Fordson Major with daughter Hannah.

Chook, chook, chooks at Balaklava show!

Do you have chooks? Why not enter your pets in the upcoming Balaklava Show “Poultry” section?

• Balaklava poultry enthusiast Colin Milton often enters his black rosecomb bantams in the show to be held on Saturday, September 28.

“This year I’m entering two pullets and two cockerels,” he said.

There are six different categories in the Poultry section of this year’s Balaklava Show and Convenor Don Bubner, would love to see lots of entries.

“Entry is not only for adults who own chooks, as we also have a section whereby children can enter their own backyard chooks,” said Don. “The chook exhibition shed is also being upgraded and will have new skylights in the roof which will brighten it up.”

Entries close Friday September 20, so don’t miss out.

And for those who like to collect stamps, Australia Post has recently released a new issue featuring chooks and bantams. The 60 cent stamps highlight the importance of the Australian poultry heritage, and in particular, breeds developed in Australia.

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NEWS v District

Action plan lists priorities WAKEFIELD Regional Council (WRC) has released its draft Economic Statement and Action Plan, a blueprint for the region, aiming to attract investment and new business.

Council CEO, Cate Atkinson, introduced the plan to a group of local business representatives, senior WRC managers and councillors at a Balaklava Golf Club breakfast last Thursday.

This was followed by a workshop where groups discussed the “four pillars” of the plan: 4 Sustainable business growth through supporting established and emerging industries; 4 Workforce; 4 Infrastructure, and 4 Supporting communities.

“Council is seeking direction from business and community on what we are going to work on first,” Mrs Atkinson told the breakfast guests.

“We’re looking for feedback.”

Guests also received a presentation from professor Richard Blandy, adjunct professor of economics at University of South Australia’s School of Management, who also operates his own small business, AustraliaAsiaEconomics.

Prof. Blandy discussed challenges facing small business in South Australia and offered opinions on seeking solutions. (See separate report).

WRC’s draft Economic Statement and Action Plan (ESAP) tackles key priorities for the WRC region – and in some cases, beyond its boundaries.

Linked to the SA government’s Strategic Plan and priorities to assist regional development across the state, it outlines targets and actions.

The plan focuses on “regional collaboration” through working closely with Regional Development Australia, Yorke and Mid North and the Wakefield Group (neighbouring councils) federally and the Yorke Peninsula Alliance at a local level.

Identified in the plan as major issues for communities are infrastructure, housing, services, community and natural resources.

“Council’s role is to influence, promote and support,” Mrs Atkinson said. “Businesses, the community and key stakeholders also have a significant role and must play a big part in building a strong local and regional economy.

“We must build positive relationships with government and business and ensure there is sound decision making,” she said.

“We must understand our community, facilitate infrastructure and support planning policy.”

Advantages of the region were its

Council’s four ‘pillars of strength’ for development Terry williams reports: n WAKEFIELD Regional Council CEO, Cate Atkinson, right, checks the draft plan with Regional Development Australia Yorke and Mid North CEO, Kelly-Anne Saffin, and Prof Richard Blandy.

LEFT: Mrs Atkinson in discussion during the workshop with Balaklava business representatives (from left) Michael Smith, Hayden Battle (AMG) and Mark Heaslip (Gilmac).

FORMER WRC acting CEO, Geoff Sheridan, centre, with Adrian Venuti, left, and Paul Centenera, of Southern Free Range poultry. stable population with opportunity for growth. These included agriculture, horticulture and animal husbandry, mining support for Yorke Peninsula developments, transport (developing Bowmans Intermodal), health care and services and education.

“We have good road access – but this needs upgrading,” Mrs Atkinson

said. “We have good links to rail and our port – and we are one hour from everywhere. We are connected.”

But there were challenges.

Mrs Atkinson described the State government as having a mantra that was city-centric. “We need them to open their eyes (to regions),” she said.

The draft plan also listed chal-

lenges as transportation costs, limited existing broadband connection, skills shortages, particularly for the grain sector and meat processing, affordable housing availability, quality of infrastructure (investment in the road network) and access to a broad range of higher educational services.

Once presentations were com-

pleted, participants divided into workshop groups, with WRC managers facilitating discussions.

Feedback will be developed into reports for further consideration by council as part of the draft plan.

Regional Development Australia, Yorke and Mid North, supported the breakfast.

He said we should be demanding better plans for business from government.

“State government economics are not appropriate,” Prof. Blandy said.

“The front line public sector could become small businesses, selling services to the State government, raising productivity. We need to enhance competitiveness which will stimulate business and exports.”

But SA was not really suited to “big business” whereas small businesses had strong prospects.

In Australia there were 6000 big businesses but two million small

businesses, which made up 96 per cent of all businesses providing half of the private sector employment.

Small business could be innovative – but often this was a response to competitive pressures.

Citing the likes of Maggie Beer, Beerenberg and Mahalia Coffee, a coffee roaster based in the small South-Eastern seaside town of Robe, Prof Blandy said in SA, many small business were food based.

But long-term employment in many sectors was “all but dead.”

There were now many careers and more contract work and personal,

micro and home businesses were becoming more popular and likely to grow further in the future.

Prof Blandy said women were now starting small businesses at twice the rate of men, making up a third of operators.

Seniors were another growing sector, with “baby boomers” over 55 using their experience gained in the workforce to start their own businesses.

At the other end of the scale, Generation Y and Z – youthful 25s and under – were our entrepreneurs, less fearful of taking risks.

Potential to become ‘start-up state’ SOUTH Australia should aspire to become the “start up” state, particularly for small business.

This was just one of many suggestions in a diverse presentation by professor Richard Blandy to a mixed group of local businessmen and council representatives.

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SPCEIAL FEATURE v Balaklava Cup 2013

THEY CAME FROM NEAR AND FAR TO JOIN SA’S BIGGEST AND BEST PARTY ...

CHEERED on by another big crowd, the 2013 Balaklava Cup horses charge down the straight to the winning post

Fun, fashion and Les Pearson reports:

Renee Cox and Alicia Gerardis, of Angle Vale.

Dean Storic, of Balaklava and Josh Kelly, Port Wakefield.

FACE of the Balaklava Cup and fashions on the field judge, Elle Missen (centre) with winners (from left) Laura Soden, Jennifer Marsh, Darren Richards and Kirsten James.

LIANA Wilson, of Owen, and Riley McDonland, Balaklava.

Brett Revere presented with BRC life membership by chairman, Wayne Henson.

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A CROWD of about 8000 punters made tracks to the Balaklava Cup last week.

According to Balaklava Racing Club chief executive officer, Doug Hall, the attendance figure was well down on previous years.

“We had more through the gates last year but it was certainly down on three years ago,” he said.

While the smaller crowd would appear concerning from the outside, Mr Hall said the club had done well to attract a reasonable following, compared to other major South Australian meets.

“I think it reflects the current economic situation,” Mr Hall explained.

“Adelaide Cup was apparently down 60 per cent and that was a hot day, Oakbank was also down quite a bit too.

“We’re probably down 20 per cent on where we were a few years ago but with the economic situation the way it is, it’s probably not a bad result.”

Mr Hall felt last year’s terribly strong winds and the timing of the Federal election could have also affected the attendance figure.

“Leading into an election, traditionally people shut up shop as they’re uncertain about what’s going to happen,” he said. “People also tend to be fairly reticent to spending any money.”

Compared to last year, the weather gods were extremely kind for the club’s main event, producing an overcast 26°C day with a light breeze.

“The week leading into the Cup, we were getting torrential rain, howling winds and 12 degree days,” Mr Hall said.

“Continuing showers were also forecast and I thought it might be hard to get people in.

“Things went well, the weather cleared up and the winds forecast, which ravaged us last year, didn’t come.”

Each marquee was fitted with an alfresco beer garden area this year as well, to cater for warmer than average days.

“Everyone was out the front of their marquees, which added some atmosphere too.

“From our point of view, it went extremely well.

“There were no real issues and any little things that arose were handled quickly and easily.”

The Cup was won for the second time by Victor Harbor trainer, Jake Stephens, with British import, Gris Caro ($6) crossing the line first guided by star hoop, Dom Tourneur.

Stephens previously won the Balaklava Cup with star stayer, Alcopop, in 2009.

Will Clarken trained gelding, Addiction to Rock ($26), took out the $25,000 Coopers Sprint.

At the event wind up in the club’s committee room, Victorian Brett Revere was presented with life membership for his ongoing work with the Balaklava Cup since 2002.

Lahnee McDonald, Corey Temby, Sam Angus and Caity Ashby.

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special feature v Balaklava Cup 2013 BELOW: Enjoying cup day are Matt, Taylah and Jess Pascoe, from Balaklava.

FUN for all – (from left) Cass Powell, Jack Jenner, Aaron Cocks, Rhianna Mallon, Tyrone Stowers, Craig Murphy, Tanya Chamberlin and Sam Marriott.

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Demi Vermeer, Sammi Allan, Brianna Wedding and Jess Angel.

TIME out for (from left) Jack Currie, Kristina Alwin, Kane Ruiz and Ashley O’Neil.

SERVING up delights in the cocktail marquee (from left) Tenayah and Syjourn Renshaw, and Naomi Purdue.

Kimberly Ellis, Pearl Chapman and Miranda Higgs.

BELOW: Chris Halkias, Mark Hamood and Ben Pogas, of Virginia.

WINNING smiles (from left) Liana Wilson, Brydie Atkins, Jake Stewart, Skye Childs, Kate Langdon, Amy Coughlann, Kane Williams, Kate Taylor.

n PICTURES: LISA REDPATH AND LES PEARSON

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NEWSv Gilbert Valley

All Go-ers for Tarlee!

New Lions members Lions Club of Gilbert Valley held its August dinner meeting at Tarlee bowling club, enjoying a scrub roast prepared by member, Frank Gorey.

Four new members were inducted into the club – Jim Lee and June Dunham, of Rhynie, and Louise and Greg McLeod, of Riverton.

A large number of visitors were present at the dinner, which doubled as a fundraiser for upgrading the club’s catering van.

The van is the principal means by which the club raises funds, making and selling donuts and drinks at community events.

Guest speakers at the meeting, Mallala farmer Peter March and business partner, Ken Bell, gave an insight into how their highly-successful invention, a Bed Mover, was assisting health workers in hospitals around the world.

The innovative idea was prompted by the high number of work related injuries caused by moving hospital beds over long distances and in confined spaces.

Their main success has been in the manner in which it has reduced work related injuries amongst those who have the task of transferring patients in their beds to various parts of hospitals for various treatments, to nil.

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RIGHT: Peter March with the 2100 hospital bed moving machine and Ken Bell with their new 5000 model.

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WARNINGS Information at www.bom.gov.au/weather or 1300 659 215 (Local call cost) STATE Wednesday: Isolated showers in the southeast, clearing by early evening. Possible isolated thundery showers in the west, with possible isolated showers reaching central parts in the evening. Cool to mild in the south, grading to warm to hot in the north. Moderate southwest in the southeast and moderate to fresh northerly wind in the far west. Light wind elsewhere.

Thursday: Cloud increasing with possible isolated thundery showers, tending to patchy rain over the agricultural area except the South East district and southern parts of the pastoral districts. Mild to warm in the south, hot in the north. Moderate to fresh east to northeast wind, turning west to southwest in the west.

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Outlook: Possible isolated showers clearing early about southern coasts and developing in the west on Saturday. Isolated showers or patchy rain over the agricultural area and south of the pastorals on Sunday and Monday, with the chance of isolated showers further north.

MID NORTH DISTRICT FORECAST Wednesday: Mostly sunny day. The chance of isolated showers in the west in the evening. Light wind.

Thursday: Partly cloudy. The chance of isolated showers during the morning, increasing to patchy rain during the afternoon. The chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening. Wind easterly 20 to 30 km/h turning northeasterly 25 to 35 km/h during the morning.

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work, metal work, sketching, wool spinning, paintings and many other individual works of art.

Organisers, Sue and Rosemary Dunn, spoke eloquently of the support they received from residents who assisted with setting up, security, etc and to Di Dawson, who provided an endless supply of finger food, drinks, both at the opening evening and for the two days of a well attended Open House.

The event was part of Clare Valley Region SALA Festival.

NEW members (from left) Jim Lee, June Dunham, Lions president Marian Lloyd, first vice district governor 201C1, Rosemary Wenham, from Norwood Lions Club, Louise and Greg McLeod.

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Well-known ABC presenter, Peter Goers, declared open the very successful South Australian Living Artist’s display recently held in Tarlee Community Hall.

In his very entertaining speech he recalled times spent at Tarlee on holidays with his relatives, the Reed family. He also commented on the great skill on display in the hall, which showed how much talent was in and around the Tarlee area.

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Friday: Partly cloudy. Isolated showers until evening. Wind north to northeasterly 20 to 30 km/h shifting westerly 15 to 25 km/h during the morning then becoming light during the evening.

YORKE PENINSULA DISTRICT FORECAST Wednesday: Partly cloudy. The chance of light showers, clearing in the afternoon, then the chance of showers redeveloping at night. Light wind.

Thursday: Partly cloudy. The chance of isolated showers, increasing to patchy rain during the afternoon. The chance of thunderstorms in the north, extending throughout in the afternoon and evening. Wind easterly 15 to 25 km/h increasing to 25 to 35 km/h during the morning then turning northeasterly during the afternoon.

Friday: Partly cloudy. Patchy rain easing to isolated showers in the morning. Wind northerly 15 to 25 km/h turning westerly during the morning then becoming light during the evening.

GULF ST VINCENT Wednesday: Winds: Westerly 10 to 15 knots becoming variable about 10 knots before dawn.

Seas: Up to 1 metre. Swell: Southeast to southwesterly below 0.5 metres.

Thursday: Winds: Easterly 15 to 20 knots turning northeasterly during the day. Seas: 1 to 1.5 metres. Swell: Southeast to southwesterly below 0.5 metres. Weather: The chance of isolated thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening, contracting north of Port Vincent to Brighton during the evening.

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PROMOTING the big choral event in Clare (from left) Don Zweck, Glen Beinke, Don Bubner, Darrel Schutz and Graham Hore.

Choirs gather to sing big hits and classics Adelaide Plains Male Voice Choir is hosting SA Country Choral Association’s 22nd Festival at Clare on the weekend of September 20 to 22.

There will be an influx of 300 visitors to the Clare district, with Clare Lions Club, Friends of the Hospital, and Clare Bowling Club assisting the local choir with catering.

Clare Town Hall is the venue for the grand concert on Saturday at 1.30pm.

MC will be Ralph Hatcher, a founding member of the SA Country Choral Association and well known singer.

Each choir will render an item offering great variety, including songs like Ave Maria, When I’m 64, Get Me to the Church on Time and 76 Trombones.

There will also be items when all choristers join en masse to sing Phantom of the Opera songs, “Think of Me,” “All I ask of You,” and “Wishing

You Were Somehow Here Again.” In a Male Voice bracket, a selection of Les Miserables songs will be performed, including “Do You Hear the People Sing.”

“A giant raffle will be drawn, with prizes valued at more than $1300 on offer, donated by local businesses and individuals, including an original painting by well known Auburn artist and choir member, Gerald Moore,” said

choir member, Don Bubner of Owen.

Most of Clare’s churches will have a choir attending their service on Sunday morning offering special music.

The weekend will conclude with a barbecue before choristers leave for their various destinations, including Port Lincoln, Millicent and the Riverland.

Tickets are available from local choir members and Clare Newsagency.

Stubing family celebrates ‘remarkable’ achievements All descendants of the pioneer Stubing family are invited to attend the Stubing Family reunion on Sunday, October 6 at 1pm at the Two Wells Community Centre.

In 1858, Johann and Wilhemina Stubing, and their three children, departed Hamburg Germany with plans of migrating to America.

But when they arrived at the port, they found the

reunion barque, “Victoria,” was sailing to Port Adelaide instead.

After four months of travel, they arrived in Port Adelaide and started farming in an area north of Kapunda.

They later moved to the Morgan area, but conditions there proved to be too unreliable, so they eventually

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moved to the Eyre Peninsula and the West Coast of SA. By this time, they had had another six children.

Their children also believed in having large families, resulting in Stubing descendants located all over SA and other places.

The reunion will celebrate the achievements never envisaged by Johann and Wilhemina in creating a large

group of Australians, who have achieved some remarkable things.

It will give the current members of the Stubing clan an opportunity to consider how much the forbears of our state and country achieved.

In this day and age, we have little concept of the privations of rural life endured by our pioneers and what they achieved through sheer

determination and hard work.

For further information about the event, contact Eddie Stubing on 0428 824712 or Lyall Stubing on 0448 484895.

The organisers have also created a Facebook page -stubing family reunion.

All members of the clan are strongly encouraged to come, no matter how distant the connection.

Applications are now open for grants to assist landholders with heritage agreements to conserve and manage native vegetation.

Native Vegetation Council Presiding Member, Caroline Schaefer, said the agreements helped conserve native vegetation with a high biodiversity value on private land.

“Some individual landholders, local councils, companies, organisations and societies hold land covered by heritage agreements, which are contracts signed with the Minister for Sustainability, Environment and Conservation,” Ms Schaefer said.

“The scheme is a great opportunity for landholders looking for financial assistance to implement ecological on-ground work projects.

To be eligible for a grant, the planned work must directly benefit the area covered by the heritage agreement, though it may also be in adjacent land. Grants provide up to $3000 a year for projects or $3500 for development of management plans.

• For more information, go to www.environment.sa.gov.au

Riverton set for a big weekend Excitement is building at the Riverton & District High School as the centenary reunion approaches.

The centenary is on the October long weekend, Friday, October 4, to Sunday, October 6.

As part of the celebrations, a time capsule embedded in the wall of the office of the school has recently been located and removed.

The time capsule was placed in the wall by Mrs Rosemary Shearer on the occasion of the school’s 70th anniversary in 1983. Mrs Shearer kindly agreed to remove the capsule as part of the centenary celebrations.

The capsule holds a range of memorabilia, which include a 1982 school magazine, a school council minute book from 1919, and student essays about life at Riverton & District High School in those days.

Students at the school, led by the Student Representative Council, are currently examining the contents of the time capsule and deciding on items that should replace them.

Suggestions so far include a picture of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and baby Prince George.

The contents of the time capsule will be finalised before the long weekend and then replaced in the wall by Mrs Joan Callery, whose family has had a long association with the school, and who worked at the school for 24 years.

The centenary celebrations will include a reception on the Friday evening in the Riverton Community Hall

STUDENTS Meg Tucker and Declan Redden look through a copy of a 1983 newspaper. to enable old scholars to catch up and reconnect with each other.

A large number of former students and teachers are attending, many from interstate. On Saturday, the school will launch a history book written by current teacher, Mr John Glistak.

The school will also launch its centenary vintage red wine, with other memorabilia for sale on the day. Tours of the school, photographs of old scholar groups, and displays in classrooms are organised. On Saturday night, a dinner will be held in the school gymnasium.

To assist with catering, please remind your family and other former students and staff to respond ASAP to margaret. price951@schools.sa.edu.au or phone 08 8847202.

Bookings for the Gala Dinner on Saturday October 5 close on September 28, so don’t miss out! For all event details and other information, check the website at www.rdhs.sa.edu.au

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High school will ‘showcase’ talent

Court in shorts – is that a promise?

To raise funds for Mill Court, and get fit at the same time, Mill Court staff are slipping on something more comfortable for the City to Bay Fun-Run on Sunday September 15.

Mill Court is currently planning to widen the doorway into the “Zanker Lounge” to enable staff to more easily manage comfort chairs, beds etc, and with more safety.

While the fun run has not been aimed at that plan in particular, it is one of the things the board is currently looking at.

There are numerous improvements being planned subject to availability of finance.

CEO, Graham Ackland, was the first to get his shorts and sneakers on, and it didn’t take long to rally the team together, in what is a great workplace team building event.

Along with Graham, the team will consist of: Alana Felby, Karen Birchmore, Karen Pfeiffer, Nat Bejah, Jane Brook, Beck Hudson, Angus Hudson, Mike McAvaney, Elspeth Gray and Lizz Cassidy.

Contact Mill Court on 8862 1576 if you can sponsor its team or if you’d like to help in any other way.

Mill Court staff are not the only ones getting into the City To Bay spirit.

• Former local, Andrew McCreight and his wife Lisa, are participating in the event to raise funds for Beyond Blue, in memory of Andrew’s brother, Christopher, who sadly took his own life earlier this year.

Andrew and Lisa are looking for sponsors, so if you can help, go online at https://city-bay2013. everydayhero.com/au/andrew-2

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Balaklava High School presents its Showcase event next Wednesday, September 18, at 7pm in the town hall.

A range of public speaking, visual arts, drama and musical items will be showcased during the night by students from Years 8-12.

The main focus of the evening is public speaking by middle and senior school students – but there’s plenty of talent displayed across many spheres of education.

Showcase organiser, English teacher, Kerry Williams, is hoping the community will come along to see what skills abound at BHS. “Everyone is invited to get behind this event, to encourage our students and support the school,” she said.

A gallery style display of visual art work will be in the supper room, with voting for the People’s Choice art award.

A delicious supper will be cooked by students. Tickets are available at the door and cost $5 for adults and high school students, and $3 for children under 12.

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New look and fresh menu at Blyth hotel The family-friendly Blyth Hotel has a new look and a delicious new menu.

New owners, Jarrod and Naomi Egan, have been at the hotel for nine months, and have renovated the dining room, lounge bar and all-weather beer garden complete with blinds and heating.

It’s the ideal spot for your next family dinner or business function.

Lunch specials for $9.90 are available Mon-

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day to Friday, and the popular Seniors lunch or dinner menu for $12- $15 is available Monday to Saturday.

For your next social club or tour group outing, keep the popular $18.50 group lunch offer in mind. This special offer is for groups of 10 or more, and includes a main meal and dessert.

Monday night is Fish night with specials from $9.90, while Tuesday and Thursday nights are schnitzel nights with premium quality schnitzels from only $11.90.

Wednesday is Steak night with delicious steaks from only $14.90, and Friday and Saturday nights have different menu specials, depending on the season.

Salad bar is available from Thursday to Saturday. The new spring menu includes warm chicken salad, bush spiced squid and Mamma

Valerie’s homemade beef lasagne.

There’s a children’s menu too, starting from just $4, with favourites like fish and chips, schnitzels, nuggets and spring rolls.

A large range of sweets is also on the menu, including healthy fruit salad, cheesecakes and gluten free caramel slice.

If you’d just like to relax with a coffee and cake, drop in any time.

The hotel also provides take away food from anything on the menu, offers outside catering for your next party, and provides for any special dietary requirements.

The hotel is open Monday to Saturdays from 11am to late, and Sundays by appointment. n Phone Jarrod and Naomi on 8844 5004 for bookings.

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n PICTURE: Lisa Redpath

High hay yields expected to herald bumper season Kelvin Gameau, of Owen, is busy baling hay, in what is expected to be a top season.

Due to the timely rainfall this year, reports are suggesting yields will be higher than average, but with possibly lower quality.

“We are expecting a big season, but not quite as good, quality wise, as last year,”

said Kelvin. “Due to the wetter season, hay is thicker and ranker, and much coarser in the stem, so quality might not be quite as good.”

Feed test results are expected to be down compared with those of 2012.

Kelvin bales all types of hay, predominantly oaten hay, for either export or domestic use. He also bales all other

cereals for hay, and this year, he expects an increase in medic (pasture) hay.

Medic hay is generally sold to dairies for stock feed, or kept on farm by the farmer for feed later in the year.

“This season looks fantastic, and the medic crops are the best I’ve ever seen,” said Kelvin.

“Medic hay will be up this year as

stock haven’t been able to keep up with the growth of the pasture, so many farmers have decided to just let it grow, and then cut and bale it,” he said.

Generally, the local cropping season is looking very good, but an agronomist has named the 2013-14 season “the year of the bug.” n CONTINUED NEXT PAGE

CROPPING ADVICE AT HART FIELD DAY:

There’s gold in brown ground The switch from ‘traditional’mixed farming into intensive cropping with no livestock, has seen the inclusion of ‘brown manure’ crops into cropping rotations become more relevant, but making it fit profitably has also sparked a new challenge for growers.

That is where New South Wales farm business consultant Robert Patterson steps in.

The Rural Management Strategies director from Cootamundra, has spent much of the last six years focussing on the agronomics and economics of incorporating brown manure crops into cropping systems.

Mr Patterson will be one of the key presenters at this year’s Hart Field Day next Tuesday, September 17, presenting his experience and thoughts within the sessions titled “vetch varieties and brown manure”.

Mr Patterson says, to date, the inclusion of a brown manure crop into a rotation has been largely ‘ad hoc’, and his consultancy has been looking at whether it can fit profitably into a cropping system, while maintaining sound agronomic principles.

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“I have some clients now with 25 per cent of their area in brown manure crops on an on-going basis,” Mr Patterson said.

“I’ve been looking at fine-tuning that cropping system and making sure it stacks up economically for the grower.

“Brown manure crops in South Australia are not new, but I don’t think it’s been incorporated into a system, it’s been a bit ad-hoc and partly used just to finish lambs off.”

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High hopes in making ‘year of the bug’ Season 2013-14 is shaping up as a bumper, but predicted spring rainfall is needed to cement the potential of crops around the district.

“It’s one of the best set-up seasons we’ve had, very consistent and even crops, with great potential, but without follow up rain, everyone gets nervous,” said AW Vater & Co Agronomist, Craig Davis.

The Bureau of Meteorology website has indicated a cooler spring with an increased chance of it being wetter too, which won’t suit some farmers’ hay crops, but will benefit their other crops.

There’s hope rain will fall later on Thursday and Friday.

Most farmers have been pro-active in spraying for stripe rust in wheat, but there is still disease around in barley crops.

“Net-type of net blotch is more damaging than spot-type net blotch, but both are persistent in showery conditions.”

“We’ve also seen damage to wheat and barley from aphids, and to canola and field peas by grubs and moths.”

Aphids are present in canola, but tend to get washed out of the plants by rainfall.

However, they are more protected in cereals, with their numbers increasing in warmer weather, causing direct feeding damage to the crops, potentially reducing yield.

There are other oddities this year, including late season lucerne flea, which still are hanging around in cereals

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Louise Michael reports: “This year should be called Year of the Bug,” laughed Craig.

Aside from rain at the right times, many farmers put out more nitrogen this year which has assisted with crop growth.

Warm and windy conditions, already are putting some bean crops under stress.

“Many paddocks don’t have much of a buffer in the sub-soil moisture, and some crops, especially Faba beans, will struggle under marginal conditions,” said Craig.

Well developed wheat and barley crops put out 5-7ml of moisture per day, so they need moisture to draw from.

Beans and peas are flowering now, wheat and barley are coming into head, and early canola is starting to lose its flowers and is podding up.

“We will have to wait and see if there are more screenings from such bumper crops, and if the predicted cooler/wetter weather continues, we might have to watch out for black point on wheat and pre-harvest sprouting.”

Median rainfall for Balaklava is 38ml in September, and 30ml in October, and growers are hoping for above average rainfall in those months to fulfil crop potential.

“The season has rushed along, but hopefully we can ease into harvest, and relax once all the grain is in the silos,” said Craig.

LOst in canola

THIS canola crop farmed by Derek Tiller between Owen and Tarlee is looking great, like many others in the district. It almost swallowed Abbey Bubner,11, hidden at left and her mum, Rachel Bubner and auntie, Lisa Curnow, with hands up. The family is shown outside the “jungle” – back row, from left, Cameron Curnow, Rachel, Lisa and Abbey. Front, Paige Bubner, Emily Curnow and Otis the dog.

Research shows there’s ‘gold’ in brown ground • From previous page Mr Patterson said so far his research had shown that a crop sequence of brown manure field peas followed by canola and two wheat crops, can be as profitable at current commodity prices as continuous cropping, or mixed farming involving cropping and Merino sheep “We’ve also seen a crop

production system involving brown manure field peas, has less production and financial risk compared to continuous cropping, due to lower input and operating costs,” he said.

“And a crop production system involving brown manure field peas, is likely to be more sustainable than continuous cropping and similar to mixed farming,

due to less reliance on herbicides for weed control and artificial Nitrogen for crop nutrition, plus the maintenance of higher levels of ground cover. ” To hear more about including brown manure into a cropping system, hear Mr Patterson speak at the Hart Field Day on Tuesday, September 17, at Hart Field Site, off the Blyth-Brinkworth road.

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Operating out of the field office in Balaklava, the team – made up of Pat Guerin, Marcus Crawford and Emma-Lee Lomman – works with growers from the paddock, through to delivery at the production site.

The team works to prevent paddock contamination, manages the ARGT testing and organises the sampling and grading as just a few services they provide.

Emma-Lee Lomman elomman@balco.com.au Phone 08 8862 0026

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making n IT won’t be long before we are looking at golden pastures – the aerial picture at left was taken last season, showing Gilmac’s new sheds, expected to start filling soon as new hay is cut around the district.

HAY

It’s all about timing!

HAY cutting season is a vital stage of production for both growers and exporters alike.

Gilmac Balaklava site manager, Mark Heaslip, said with the season looking about two weeks earlier than usual, a lot of growers would have started cutting this week.

“That might mean we’re two to three weeks from hay being delivered, depending on how the season goes,” he said.

Once again, oaten hay is a product in high demand and with yields looking above average, there is real emphasis on maximising quality during the cutting and baling period.

“Growers must cut as early as they can after the oats have come out of the boot,” Mr Heaslip advised.

“Cut high to avoid bringing the rank stem into the sample, so about 150mm to 200mm above the ground.

“Condition well, use a good machine and do it properly.

“Some people super condition, which does work well, but you need to be careful it doesn’t get rained on.”

For growers who are contracted, Gilmac will be busily visiting crops around the district to ensure all is on

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track to provide a quality product.

“Their paddocks will be inspected over next couple of weeks, which is now happening,” Mr Heaslip said.

“Growers give us a call to let us know when they will start cutting, so we know we’re getting to everyone on time.

“They’ll usually give us a call when they’ve started cutting and look at baling seven to 21 days after that.”

The importance of timing is

UNLOADING hay and, left, oaten hay ready to cut. pivotal to maximise quality.

“It is important to cut early as if you delay for a weather front, you must be careful not to delay it too far as the quality will drop off very quickly,” Mr Heaslip said.

“Even though the rain may spoil your hay, the lateness of cut can really spoil your quality and drop the product down a number of grades rapidly.”

Gilmac will be receiving deliv-

GILMAC site manager Mark Heaslip with export hay ready to go. eries within 48 hours of hay being baled, although some growers with on-farm storage will hold on until early next year to begin carting hay to the Gilmac site, which will be receiving deliveries up to July 2014.

Mr Heaslip is anticipating a large increase in product being delivered on site this year.

“We’re going to be having probably 25 per cent more hay than we’ve previously had but we think we have the facilities to cope with it,” he said.

“We’re looking for two staff at the moment, there’s another advert in this week’s Producer, and we’ll be assessing those applicants very soon.”

The timing of the site expansion last year, which boosted storage to 40,000 tonnes, has proven ideal.

“It was a good decision to be able to get it up and ready for this year and while the next expansion (new weighbridge and entrance) has been a bit delayed, when it is finished, it will make the place work so much better,” Mr Heaslip said.

“I expect over the next two or three weeks there will be more activity there.

“It’s important to get it right and we will still be able to take deliveries across our old bridge, which won’t change until we’ve got everything else up and in place.”

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Everything you need from Balowery team Rob and Paula Saint, of Balowery Transport in Balaklava, have been serving the rural region since establishing the business in 1983.

Balowery has everything covered for your complete hay season, from cutting to baling to carting.

Rob looks after your hay cutting with contract mower conditioning and super conditioning to make baling more efficient.

Swathing and spraying services are also an option to the grower. When it comes to baling and carting, the job is made easier with a v-rake and loader hire.

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Rob also offers baling, hay sampling and freight, ensuring a complete and smooth hay growing process for you.

“We have one full time, and one part time employee, so we can best cater for our clients,” said Rob. Rob also works in another business with his brother-inlaw, running seven trucks.

Balowery Transport services areas from Snowtown to Lower Light.

Hay cutting has just started for season 2013/14, but it’s not too late to book in your hectares with Balowery.

Phone Rob on 0438 621 326.

Barley issues investigated THE SOUTH Australian Barley Advisory Committee (SABAC) is seeking feedback from growers on whether guidelines for variety choice will help them narrow down which barley cultivars are best suited to each cropping region.

SABAC chairman Greg Schulz, Maitland, says with a deregulated market and multiple breeding companies, the release of many new varieties is putting pressure on South Australia’s storage system, which may be exacerbated with a large harvest likely this year.

“Segregating by variety

and quality is becoming increasingly difficult in each region because of the sheer number of varieties available to growers,” he said.

“It is becoming confusing for growers on what is best to grow agronomically, what is required by end users and consumers and what segregations will be available at their nearest receival centre. Also, some older varieties might need to be reconsidered because they are not achieving the same financial return as newer varieties.”

Barley cropping has declined over recent years.

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(GPSA) chief executive, Darren Arney, says according to PIRSA data, the total area cropped in SA had increased from just more than 3 million hectares in 1996 to 4.04mha in 2013 with big lifts in wheat, canola and lentils.

However, the area sown to barley had declined by more than 100,000ha during the same period, even though barley yields had been higher than wheat or canola.

Barley growers can contact GPSA to comment on barley varieties.

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SPORT v Hockey

CLARE & District Hockey Association Men’s premiers – Springstown.

Raf Battistessa, Balaklava, shoots into a sea of Springstown players.

Springstown wins in extra time clare & district

Men – Springstown v Balaklava Burra turned on lovely weather, and proudly surrounded the green with shelter, food and a great crowd. The atmosphere buzzed all day.

Balaklava Men met Clare Springstown for an evenly matched season finale, where the winners were always going to be hard to back.

Balaklava’s finesse, wise and wily skills, team talk and ball accuracy shone through the first half leading to their sole clever goal from Raf Batistessa by half time. The low scoring game did not reflect how many times the ball was blasted towards each end, nor how many short corners were awarded and thwarted. It was a game to thrill every nervous spectator.

Springstown looked a little shell shocked at first, struggling to find their usual flow and team talk to good effect.

Goalies at both ends did a sterling job to keep out myriad shots, both worthy of being named in the short list of best players for the day. With a tweak of positions for Springtown, and Balak being unlucky to lose two players behind the field for five minutes, Springstown fought hard to find each other’s sticks, neatly ending in a goal from Darren. The scores were

anxiously even.

By full time the scores were tied at one each. This meant the teams needed to face 15 minutes extra time, seeking the magic golden goal.

Balaklava once again came out hard but were strongly held off by Springtown’s equally determined defence.

After more nerve jangling short corners, especially at Balaklava’s end and quick running by Springstown, there was no goal scored at either end.

Penalty shoot outs were up next, with five players from each team having the task of trying to shoot past the goalie one-on-one. More nail biting and stomach churning from the spectators!

Balaklava scored the first goal by default when the goalie and player made contact without the ball. This could have clinched the deal for Balak, but for Iz who slid one through to tie the score yet again.

All that was left was sudden death one-on-ones. Balaklava won the toss and had a shot first, Ben Hall was disappointed with his shot under pressure while Sprintown’s goalie was dancing for joy. The tension starting to show. Tom faced next for Springstown, calmly and cleverly finding a space and pushing it through to the back board for the winning score at last!

Both teams played an excellent game

and it could have gone either way. Best on ground was awarded to Darren Sweet of Springstown. Well done to all.

Under 14 – Springstown v Donnybrook It was the clash of the two Clare teams, Springstown being dominant all season with Donnybrook who slowly pegged their way back taking out the win.

A sea of red and yellow supporters were out in force. Springstown certainly got the points for their professional warming up.

Two of the association’s reliable young umpires started the game with both teams fired and ready to do battle.

As predicted it was going to be a very even match with a great standard of high intensity of play.

It was a little like ping pong with the ball moving up and back the field.

Springstown put the first slow moving goal over the line off James Forrest, lifting Springtown’s spirit and determination.

Donnybrook had to dig deep to keep hold of Springtown’s fast, skilled players. Some lovely direct long passes from Springstown saw Donnybrook chasing but tight defence and marking made it hard for Springtown to capitalise.

Half time breather and some positive talking in both camps, refreshed and back out to take the flag. Owen Jenner copped

an unlucky hit enabling dangerous goal scorer James Forrest to run another ball into the goals – with a big cheer from the yellow side line. Donnybrook dug deep and never gave up. Fletcher Thomas set up a goal for Max Price, this time with the red slide line cheering. The game just picked up pace and the intensity could be felt. Some fantastic skills from both teams made it exciting to watch. Donnybrook upped the pace and pressure. Fletcher again set up a goal with Owen Jenner being rewarded with the equaliser – the red side line went wild. As the clock counted down, the pace did not stop with some fantastic hockey played. Sophie Haines and Izzy Price both found themselves on the sideline with ice to their captured hits.

Finally the whistle blew for full time with Donnybrook clawing back.

Players were thankful for the sugary recharge of snakes. It was sudden death, with intensity, determination and great aggression from both sides desperate to be premiers. The supporters were nearly hoarse and very fidgety with lots of oohs and aahhs as both teams had opportunities and misses. It was in the dying two minutes of extra time, Donnybrook cleared the ball off fullback Adam Ryan to Fletcher Thomas who passed to the target of Sophie Haines and deflected off Izzy Price’s stick for the winning goal.

What a great game – right to the end! Congratulations to both teams and umpires for a fantastic standard for the start of the 2013 grand final. Player of the match went to Fletcher Thomas for his consistent team work, driving forward and feeding his team.

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GRAND FINAL results from games at Burra on Saturday: Under 14 • Game decided in extra time Donnybrook 3 goals def Springstown 2 Goals: Don – Owen Jenner, Max Price, Isabel Price; Spr – James Forrest.

Best: Don – Fletcher Thomas, Max Price, Sophie Haines; Spr – Peter Cornwell, Will Price, James Forrest.

Best on ground: Fletcher Thomas.

Under 18 Burra 3 def Balaklava 0 Goals: Neil Maxted 2, Cody Harbour.

Best: Bur – Neil Maxted, Lachie Haddow, Jake Dolphin; Bal – Tim Heslop, Micah Hamann, Joe Goldney.

Best on ground: Neil Maxted.

Men • Game decided on sudden death penalties after two periods of extra time Springstown 3 def Balaklava 2 Goals: Spr – Darren Sweet, Iz Venter, Tom Forrest; Bal – Ben Hall, Raf Battistessa. Best: Spr – Darren Sweet, Josh Megson, Luke Burge; Bal – Josh March, Sam Tiller, Matt Gates.

Best on ground: Darren Sweet.

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‘Pies through, Bombers take on Roosters • From back page A change in conditions greeted players as they made their way back out onto the oval after half time and Hamley Bridge took full advantage, making a considerable dent in Mallala’s lead.

“We came out after half time and were suddenly kicking into a four-goal breeze, which came out of nowhere,” Lubcke said.

“There were a few opportunities we could have taken during the quarter but they really put us on the back foot.

“I tried putting an extra player behind the footy to cease their momentum.”

It was forward, Angus Bruggemann, who was shifted into defence to stem the flow of Bomber goals, but Barnett matched him up to create a seven-man forward line.

Lubcke said he was happy to play a five-man forward line, as it cluttered up the opponent’s attacking half.

That said, Hamley Bridge scored five goals to one and trailed by just 13 points at the final change.

“At half time we just said we’ve all got a job to do and now’s the time to do it,” Barnett said.

“A few of our younger guys stepped up to the plate.

“Matt Good and Win Thach came into the game and gave us some momentum.

“We’ve got the forwards to win matches but you’ve got to get the ball into them.”

Both ruckmen, James Sullivan and Will Farrelly, were engaged in a great battle.

As they have often done this season, Mallala’s final term was

Final score mallala 13.18 (96) d HAMLEY BRIDGE 8.9 (57) Best: Mallala - J.Earl, D.King, J.Montgomerie, W.Farrelly, B.Parish Hamley - J.Zanandrea, C.Taylor, M.Good, T.Haseldine, J.Sullivan, J.Frencken

too good for its opponents, Barnett opting to rest veterans Kirk Heberle, Luke McCabe and Malcolm Greenwood in the latter stages when the Magpies’ lead blew out.

Justin Zanandrea was named the Bombers’ best, while captain, Craig Taylor, proved influential in the second half.

“Zanandrea has been part of our back six for 90 per cent of the year and reads the ball well, he’s hard to beat in a contest, provides plenty of run and rarely loses his feet,” Barnett said.

“Craig always gets a bit of the ball but his disposal efficiency was down in the first half, so I couldn’t say he lifted but he got that part of his game right.”

Lubcke was thrilled with the way his team responded to Hamley Bridge’s threatening third term.

“I was still positive and the guys showed plenty of character as they had done throughout the year when presented with a challenge,” he said.

King finished with four goals and a swag of touches from the midfield.

“He seemed to get forward a couple of times on them and has done the last six games, where he’s chipped in with a couple of goals each week,” Lubcke said.

Jason Earl’s poise was notable in the intense final.

“There’s a steadiness he can give us and he’s got such a great leg too,”

Lubcke added. Our whole back six was good too and as for our goals, it doesn’t matter who gets them, as long as we get them.”

The team will train on Sunday after watching the preliminary final as grand final preparations begin.

“We’ve got to make sure we keep focussed and try and stay away from thinking the hard work is done, there is still a lot to go,” Lubcke said.

“We’re looking forward to the challenge and hopefully we can execute on the day.”

DALE King handballs away for Mallala, as Hamley’s Toby Haseldine defends in the A grade second semi final on Saturday. BELOW: Brad Hardie, Mallala, disposes of the footy before Bombers Shane Hanson, James Frencken and Valor Thach can get close for a tackle.

APFL & NEFL Association Football Scores

APFL results from Saturday- 2nd Semi Final

Mallala Hamley

A Grade

2.4 7.9 8.14 13.18 (96) 1.3 2.6 7.7 8.9 (57)

Goals: Mallala - D.King 4, B.Griffiths 3, J.Clements 2, A.Bruggemann, B.Hardie, D.Feeley, B.Montgomery Hamley - S.Hanson 2, L.McCabe 2, K.Heberle, C.Taylor, M.Good, T.Haseldine Best: Mallala - J.Earl, D.King, J.Montgomerie, W.Farrelly, B.Parish Hamley - J.Zanandrea, C.Taylor, M.Good, T.Haseldine, J.Sullivan, J.Frencken

Virginia Mallala

B Grade

1.1 2.4 7.7 8.10 (58) 1.2 4.6 5.7 5.12 (42)

Goals: Mallala - B.Buchanan 2, B.Tucker 2, D.Tiller Virginia - Not Supplied Best: Mallala - A.Sparks, J.Dixon, B.Jenkin, L.Gray, J.Morgan, B.Tucker Virginia - Not Supplied

Senior Colts

Two Wells Balaklava

4.1 6.6 7.10 10.13 (73) 3.4 3.6- 4.9 6.10 (46)

Goals: Two Wells - J.Wilson 4, T.Mills 3, L.Goss, D.Kotsano, J.Pellizzari Balaklava - B.Heaslip 2, S.Tannock, L.Speissegger, J.Wehr, C.Arbon Best: Two Wells - J.Wilson, J.Henneker, D.Heron, H.Gameau, T.Mills, W.Hart Balaklava - J.Harkness, L.Speissegger, J.Wehr, C.Arbon, J.Speissegger, H.Veitch

Junior Colts

HW Eagles Balaklava

0.3 0.6 1.8 3.9 (27) 0.1 0.3 3.4 3.5 (23)

Sheltered by their stylish brollies as they watch the A grade action are, from left, Michelle and Jessica Coe, Michelle Dunstan and Tracy Kennett.

Goals: HW Eagles - A.Deer, S.Carslake, D.Irrgang Balaklava S.McRostie, S.Michael, T.Lamond Best: HW Eagles - D.Irrgang, N.Studham, T.Moulds, A.Irrgang, T.Robertson, C.Harvey Balaklava - A.Lawless, W.Dixon, S.Speissegger, S.Michael, T.Lamond, B.Davey

NEFL results from Saturday- Preliminary Finals

RSMU Min/Man

A Grade

1.2 4.4 6.4 11.6 (72) 2.5 5.6 7.8 14.9 (93)

Goals: RSMU - C.Mullins 3, B.Koster 2, S.Jordan, J.Vandeleur, B.Plueckhahn, Z.Hier, T.Willmott, D.Flavel Min/Man - M.Young 3, S.Baraglia 3, B.Sandow 2, S.Gibson 2, A.Winders, B.Currie, C.Gerhardy, L.Davey Best: RSMU - K.Hart, N.Jordan, Z.Hier, D.Flavel, B.Koster, S.Noack Min/Man - J.Sandow, R.McDermid, B.Sandow, L.Sandow, L.Davey, S.Baraglia

Min/Man RSMU

B Grade

2.3 5.3 7.3 8.3 (51) 5.1 6.6 12.7 13.9 (87)

Goals: Min/Man - N.Scott 3, C.McBride 2, L.Broadbent, T.Clancy, R.Dixon RSMU - D.Busch 2, T.Redden 2, R.Rayson 2, D.Griffiths, S.Goodfellow, D.Vater, J.Schmaal, B.Mitchell, M.Rohde, F.McInerney Best: Min/Man - L.Broadbent, M.Phillips, G.Bryksy, T.Clancy, B.Garrard, N.Scott RSMU - C.Percy, R.Rayson, M.McInerney, B.McInerney, D.Griffiths, J.Schmaal

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RSMU BSR

Senior Colts

4.2 9.3 11.4 13.5 (83) 4.6 8.10 8.15 13.18 (96)

Goals: RSMU - T.Griffiths 4, B.Heffernan 3, J.Connell 2, L.Michalanney 2, A.Clarke, J.Talbot BSR - R.Fitzgerald 4, L.Wilsdon 2, D.Hayes, W.Longmire, L.Hayes, J.Weckert, I.Moller, J.Lee, T.Wilsdon Best: RSMU - L.Michalanney, T.Griffiths, J.Connell, X.Redden, J.Vater, J.Bowden BSR - D.Hayes, I.Moller, M.Longbottom, L.Hayes, J.Weckert, J.Lee

Junior Colts

RSMU Eud/Rtown

0.3 1.3 1.5 2.8 (20) 0.0 2.1 4.1 5.1 (31)

Goals: RSMU - C.Dunn, R.Bruce Eud/Rtown - B.Wegener 2, H.Kleinig 2, T.Schulz (VC) Best: RSMU - C.Dunn, L.Kernich, C.Behn, L.Trowse, L.Reichelt, S.Would Eud/Rtown - B.Launer, A.Nietschke, C.Flanagan, J.Steinborner, T.Kleinig

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SPORT v Football

Bombers hungry for another crack at Mallala

MAGPIE Brett Jenkin closes in as Virginia’s George Stiliasano runs with the footy in the reserves match.

Peckers run out of time

BOTH junior colts teams started with plenty of pace but the dew on the grass made the ball skid around, testing the young players’ skills.

A very defensive quarter with no goals scored, with both teams’ backlines working well with lots of close checking.

Tyler Moulds and Ty Robertson were working well for the Eagles, while Ayden Lawless and Will Dixon were doing great work for the Peckers and John O’Mahoney showed some great dash off the back flank.

The second quarter was again strong defensively for both teams, Tyson Lamond and Sean Spiesseger really strong around the centre for Balaklava and Sam Michael rucking well.

Nathan Studham and Dylan Irrgang were both exceptional players around the ball for the Eagles, covering plenty of ground.

HWE led by three points at half time.

The third term was all the Peckers, as they played in front and ran harder.

Michael, Dixon, Lamond and Brad Davey were leading the way to the ball, with Michael, Lamond and Stewart McCrostie kicking goals.

A goal late in the quarter to Anthony Deer was the highlight for the Eagles, the team’s backline showing great composure under pressure.

The last quarter saw the Eagles come out ready to run and their work rate was far improved following some encouragement from coach, Rob Studham, lifting his boys at the final break.

HWE were in front and running hard, some goals to Sam Carslake and Irrgang reward for their effort.

Young Zeke Scott stood up for the Peckers with the game on a knife’s edge, gaining three or four vital possessions in defence.

Chris Harvey rucked well all day for HWE, being named in the best players for his effort.

Time ran out for the Peckers, who were pushing for a win but the Eagles’ defence stood strong and held on to win by four points.

Both coaches and their teams should be congratulated for a great game played in good spirits.

BAILEY Alsop, HummocksWatchman Eagles, in action during the junior colts game.

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VIRGINIA is the venue for a juicy little preliminary final fixture between Two Wells and Hamley Bridge this weekend.

The prize on the end of this match is a tilt at the flag, the Roosters looking to go back to back after their drought-breaking premiership in 2012.

Hamley Bridge hasn’t tasted success since 2004, current coach, Ash Barnett, and player, Ashley Natt, the last remaining remnants from that premiership who will be involved in the contest on Saturday.

Barnett alluded to some possible changes from the losing second semi final team, making

Les Pearson previews the APFL A grade preliminary final match selection an interesting time on Thursday night.

Luke Slok, Ashley Parsons and rookie, Tyler Darwin, all come into consideration for the match against Two Wells, a team hitting its straps late in the season.

Barnett would be well aware of the youthful speed of the Roosters, which would no doubt be of some concern, considering the Bombers will be fielding a number of veterans.

That really brings

Darwin into the fore as a possible inclusion, to potentially add some speed to a side laden with more mature bodies.

“We definitely know they’re a quick side but I think our experience will come to the fore and will be a big influence on the remainder of the year,” Barnett said.

“We’re looking forward to this week and hopefully earn ourselves another crack at Mallala.”

There is no doubt

the Roosters will come into the game full of confidence on the back of a stellar second half of the season.

Even without gun ruckman, Simon Feast, Two Wells made Virginia look slow and off their game.

Ben Slattery is well and truly capable of covering for Feast, as he showed against the Rams, while Ben Stubing could be a possible replacement for Feast, should his injured finger keep him out of the side this weekend.

The number of key players missing from the Two Wells side is of some concern, Andrew Hardiman, Brad Fitzgerald and

now possibly Feast all premiership players from last season.

On the flip side, Hamley Bridge appears to have a full senior squad to pick from and has shown throughout the season that when doubted, the Bombers lift to a new level.

They’ve worked so hard to get that top two position but with pace at a premium, especially come finals time, this could prove the pivotal factor.

Is this where the road stops for Two Wells, or has Hamley’s season of recovery ended in elimination in straight sets?

It should be a ripper.

ABOVE: Rooster Doc Herron defends in the senior colts second semi as Pecker James Speissegger handballs away.

ABOVE LEFT: Tyson Lamond, Balaklava, escapes the clasp of Eagle Caillen Fitzgerald during the junior colts second semi final.

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Season start Taylor-made for win HAMLEY Bridge captain, Craig Taylor, makes football look easy at times but considering the off-field demons he has faced in a relatively short and at times tumultuous career, winning this year’s Plains Producer Medal is testament to his determination and resilience.

Taylor got off to a flying start in the count, before United’s Heath Pym closed the gap late to tie for the medal.

“For the first seven or eight rounds, I knew I was playing some good footy but I had five or six weeks where I couldn’t get a kick, so I was lucky to get a few twos and ones there,” he said.

“I’m not one for individual awards though, I want a flag and we’ve got a long way to go to get that.”

The Bomber midfielder, who recently turned 27, started his football with Salisbury North, before joining Salisbury and eventually the underage squads with Port Adelaide Magpies.

As a talented youngster, he played in the state under 18s and under 20s, while also playing five League matches for the Magpies before crossing to Sturt.

It was in late 2006 Taylor was rocked by the tragic loss of his older brother, Shane, who died in a motorbike accident, aged 23. “(Our relationship) was good, so that was one of the hardest things I’ve ever been through in my life,” Taylor said.

“Losing him, someone so close at such a young age as well, was really heart-breaking.

“I would have liked to have

Les Pearson reports: played a lot more SANFL football but after he passed away, I lost interest.”

He devoted the medal win to Shane’s memory.

“It’s taken a while to get one but this is dedicated to him,” Taylor said.

The following year, he ended up in the Barossa competition with Tanunda, to play with close friend, Malcolm Greenwood.

“Mal got me out there as I was going through some hard times,” Taylor said.

“Then I had a year off from football completely.”

On returning from his travels, Taylor found his way to Eastern Park before Shane Hanson and Nathan Flynn recruited him to Hamley Bridge.

“I used to play at the Port Magpies with them in the reserves and played in a grand final with them too,” Taylor said.

Following a lean 2012, where the Bombers won just three matches, the tables have turned to see them playing in the preliminary final this weekend.

“It was never going to be a one-year thing for Hamley,” Taylor said.

“Red (coach Ash Barnett) was trying to build the team and get some good players around the club.

“It’s a sensational club and there’s nothing better than seeing blokes like Newton Lines, Craig Schahinger, and the smiles on their faces when we’re having some success.”

Adelaide Plains Football League Plains Producer medallists, (from left) Craig Taylor, Hamley Bridge, and Heath Pym (United), pictured with runner up, Caleb Howell (Virginia) and APFL president, Brad Busch.

Pym pips parent with first Producer Medal UNITED’S son of a gun, Heath Pym, may never reach the huge milestones set by his father, Anthony, but his win in the Plains Producer Medal on Saturday night went one better than the old man, who was runner up in 1981 to Balaklava’s Gary Wilson.

With the club starved of success throughout the season, Pym’s breakthrough medal victory, in a tie with Hamley Bridge’s Craig Taylor, was a big win for the passionate Tiger army.

It was special for both the player and the club as the members on his table erupted following the announcement of the final vote tally.

“I grew up out there, obviously the old man played 550 games out there,” Pym said. “I had (2002 winner) Nathan Schubert on the table and he loves the club as well, so it was good, I think he was more excited than me.”

Pym was a close runner up in 2012 behind Mallala’s Joel Montgomerie but it didn’t make him any more confident coming into the count.

“I felt like I was more consistent this year but played some better game last season,” he said.

“I knew I had a better second half of the season but we had won some games early and I didn’t get three votes in either of those, although we did win the last game where I thought I was a chance to get some votes.”

He jagged three votes in the last game of the season to tie with Taylor.

“I think Craig knew he was going to win it but I wasn’t really sure until the last round that I was up there,” Pym said.

“Craig’s a gun, it was well-deserved.

He’s been an outstanding player for a top two team, so it’s awesome to be able to share it with him.

“He’s always the one to watch when playing Hamley Bridge.”

While Pym has the wood over his dad in the league medal stakes, Anthony’s record looks unbeatable.

“He’s got 11 best and fairests at the club,” Pym said.

“I’ve got four at the moment but I

doubt I’ll catch him.” The 2013 ladder looks deceptively bad for United, a team competitive with the best sides for most of the year.

“We’ve definitely got a better team than we had last year and we didn’t really lose by a lot until the second to last game of the year,” Pym said.

“I think maybe if we pick up a few more players, it’s fair to say we could make a push for finals next season.”

Individually, it was a hugely successful year for Pym, playing association football and then backing it up with Central Zone selection.

“I love it (rep footy), although a lot of people don’t,” he said.

“Playing zone and winning it with Andy (Michael), that was awesome.”

He had one final thing to correct after his post-win speech.

“I forgot to thank my mum and dad in my speech,” Pym laughed.

“I still live at home and they still look after me, they drove me everywhere, so they’ve been awesome.”

APFL Medal Count Votes A Grade

Balaklava: Dean Storic 13, Todd McPharlin 10, Lachy Michael 7, Aaron Cocks 3, Justin Michael 3, Les Pearson 3, Hayden Walker 2, Justin Walker 2, Charlie Arbon 1. Hamley Bridge: Craig Taylor 17, Justin Zanandrea 7, Nathan Flynn 6, Shane Hanson 6, Malcolm Greenwood 4, Matthew Armstrong 3, Ryan Appleton 2, Toby Hasledine 2, Kirk Heberle 2, Matthew Good 2, Valor Thach 1. HW EAGLES: Adam Turrell 8, Justin Cicolella 7, Andrew Turrell 4, Jared Manners 2, Leigh O’Donohue 2, Dustin Guthberg 1, Lee Belperio 1. Mallala: Angus Bruggemann 9, Liam Whitwell 9, Joel Montgomerie 8, Dale King 8, Brad Hardie 8, Jason Earl 6, Jordan Clements 6, Will Farrelly 4, Brad Griffiths 4, Daniel Griffiths 2, Rob Montgomery 2, Brian Montgomery 1, Christian Rimmer 1. Two Wells: Ned Seccafien 13, Lee Allmond 12, Simon Feast 9, Lachlan Franklin 5 , Ben Spiteri 5, Khan Leighton 4, Tallan Leighton 4, Bryce Hart 3, Scott Wise 2, Eamon Fetherstonaugh 2, Andrew Hardiman 2, Tim Hines 1.

United: Heath Pym 17, Cameron Faulkner 7, Adrian Mills 3, Mikey Brown 2, Zach Wellington 2, Matt East 1, Adam Mansfield 1, Brad Shimmin 1. Virginia: Caleb Howell 14, Brad Robertson 10, Ben Russell 9, Chris James 5, Brendon Niklaus 4, Matt Young 3, Corey Stronach 2, Rocky Perre 2, Anthony Johnstone 1, Peter Mylonopoulos 1.

RESERVES

Balaklava: Roger Logan 9, Grant Willmer 8, Tate Michael 5, Rick Lamond 4, Gary Wehr 4, Luke Williams 3, Joshua Butterfield 3, Bradley Thomas 2, Chad Ruiz 2, Mitchell Daniel 2, Gavin Wilson 2, Daniel Butterfield 2, Benjamin Catford 1. Hamley Bridge: James Sullivan 11, James Peters 8, Joseph Gregory 4, Jed Eastwood 3, Angus Martin 3, James Frencken 3, Ben Selth 3, Neville Hatt 3, Lachlan Ireland 1, Adam Schmidt 1, Luke Smith 1. HW Eagles: Joel Wilson 5, Danny Haggerty 4, Brad Higgs 2, Travis Sharpe 2, Jonathan Jenkins 1, Jadon Gottharat 1. Mallala: Christopher Hallion 12, Allen Sparks 10, Brett Start 6, David Pontt 5, Reece Kerr 5, Jonathon Wildbore 3, Scott Gardner 3, Daniel Griffiths 3, Brett Tucker 3, Ryan Russell 2, Leigh Gray 2, Paul Blacket 2, Kale Jameson 1, Blair Buchanan 1, Stephen Malycha 1, Lewis Helps 1, Nathan Griffiths 1, Dylan Kearns 1, Derek Tiller 1. Two Wells: Ryan McDonald 7, Jacob Hart 5, Devon Hardiman 4, Peter Seccafien 4, Shannon Slattery 4, Drew Lamont 3, Clinton McDonald 3, Jason Becker 3, Ben Stubing 3, Braidon Osborne 1, Tyler Mills 1, James Williams 1, Daniel Hooper 1. United: James Rundle 6, Nathan Schubert 6, Travis Opitz 5, Benjamin Sobey 5, Ben Pym 4, Corey Sharer 3, Mark Sammons 3, Alistair Fleming 3, Tom Gordon 3, Adam Pratt 3, Anthony Bennett 3, Travis Taylor 2, David Miller

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1, Corey Lee-Chapman 1, Tyson Stephens 1, Jamie McArdle 1, Nick Curnow 1. Virginia: Christopher Campbell 22, Mark Matheson 14, Ryan Creek 8, Anthony Mason 5, Con Mylonopoulos 5, Justin Stoyanoff 4, George Stiliasano 4, Daniel Mitchell 3, Chris Halkias 3, Matthew Musolino 3, Stephen Papanotis 2, Terry Lioulios 2, Marco Lazenka 1, Jacob Simmonds 1, Troy Crampton 1, Marc Cox 1.

SENIOR COLTS

Balaklava: Charlie Arbon 23, James Speissegger 11, Jacob Wehr 7, Bradey Krieg 5, Joshua Harkness 5, Lachlan Speissegger 4, Zac Scholz 4, Ryan Harris 4, Harrison Veitch 2. Hamley Bridge: Tyler Darwin 21, Dylan Collings 8, Joshua Rosenzweig 2, Jayden Wedding 1, Connor Buckby 1, Ayden Poulton 1. HW Eagles: Joshua Appleby 39, Brandon Taylor 8, Tait Nottle 6, Christopher Veitch 6, Dylan Irrgang 3, Dylan Williams 3, Quinn Mackay 2, Tyson Temby 1. Mallala: Adam Coe 12, Ryan Konzag 12, Brad Wilson 7, Josh Watson 6, Jarrad Dunstan 6, Reece Svetec 5, Lachlan Oleary 3, Jamie Good 3, Benjamin O’Leary 3, Angus Clothier 3. Two Wells: Nik Seccafien 20, Doc Heron 8, Lachlan Goss 7, Jack Henneker 6, Jamie Humphrys 6, William Hart 4, Joshua Pellizzari 4, Jake Ludewig 4, Jonas Stankevicius 3, Tyler Mills 3, Harry Gameau 2, Dylan Kotsano 1. United: Daniel Coombe 17, Riley Curnow 2, Harry Hosking 1, Jared Pratt 1, Dylan Bigg 1, Harry Green 1. VIRGINIA: Mohammed Naby 3, Fabian Musolino 3, Damien Chambers-Matos 2, Taahor Naby 2, Jai Emmett 2, Tyler Jones 2, Costa Ploumidis 2, Josh (P) Jones 1, Jayce Trask 1.

JUNIOR COLTS

Balaklava: William Dixon 21, Sean Speissegger 13, Earl Deroma 6, Stewart McRostie 3, John O’Mahoney 3, Samuel Michael 3, Bayley Easlea 2, Kade Slater 2, Bradley Davey 1. Hamley Bridge: Connor Buckby 19, Leon Raether 5, Katelyn Rosenzweig 5, Henry McCabe 4, Oscar Barnett 4, Connor Darwin 3, Bailey Congdon 3, Jarrod Tozer 2, Samuel McCabe 2, Taidan Damiani 2, Jake Ellis 1. HW Eagles: Dylan Irrgang 29, Nathan Studham 26, Shyleigh Cullen 9, Joshua Studham 6, Jacob Nipperess 2, Christopher Harvey 1. Mallala: Dylan Howell 19, Riley Thorne 13, Austin Kearns 12, Tahjin Krieg 3, James Roberts 3, Jake Tiller 2, Anastacia Kearns 2, Josh Ogilvie 2. Two Wells: Luke Barnett 12, Tyson McLeod 8, Alex Bennett 6, Sean Hammond 5, Michael McFarlane 5, James Gameau 4, Jonas Stankevicius 4, Jayden Brewin 3, Ryley Cummings 2, Bradley Poynter 2, Dakota Daly 1. United: Dawson Page 15, Connor Lane 5, Nicholas McArdle 4, Ethan Pepe 2, Brogan Page 2, Brett Robinson 1, Bradley Bennett 1. Virginia: Jake Roberts 12, Chairma Jeerasak 4, Jack Ranaldo 2, Tyler Ranaldo 2, Johnny Tipouikidis 1.

FROM left: Reserves runner-up, Mark Matheson (Virginia), sponsor Steve Renshaw and reserves best and fairest winner, Chris Campbell (Virginia).

(BACK, from left) APFL director, Martyn Bell, WWT Eagles president, Kurt Slaven, (front) senior colts runner up best and fairest.

Charlie Arbon (Balaklava), and best and fairest, Josh Appleby (HWE).

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SPORT v APNA Medal Count

Adelaide Plains best and fairest awarded APNA Top 10 A1

Sarah Young Samantha Nicholls Lee Barnett Gaynor Tink Alexandra Wilson Alison Schahinger Emma C Flannagan Bonnie Nicholls Ashleigh Hornsey Paula White

21 votes 16 votes 12 votes 10 votes 9 votes 9 votes 9 votes 8 votes 8 votes 8 votes

Tania Knott Kate Cmrlec Cristie Castle Stephanie Walker Carissa Buckley Nadine Wehr Alana Knott Amy Martin Lisa Curnow Emily Zanker

15 votes Hamley Bridge 13 votes Balaklava 12 votes Two Wells 9 votes Two Wells 8 votes Mallala 7 votes Balaklava 7 votes Hamley Bridge 7 votes Mallala 7 votes Mallala 6 votes Hummocks

Kayla Arbon Jess Newman Aleisha Michael Kendall Wanganeen Kaitlyn Vigor Denika Koch Amanda Clarke Amanda McHugh Michelle Dimasi Merridy Nicholls Sascha Tiller Rebekah Walker Lisa Curnow

16 votes Balaklava 15 votes Two Wells 10 votes Balaklava 10 votes Virginia 9 votes Virginia 8 votes Hamley Bridge 8 votes Mallala 8 votes Two Wells 8 votes Two Wells 7 votes Hummocks 7 votes Hummocks 7 votes Long Plains 7 votes Mallala

Cheyenne Krejzik Madison Sayner Ellie Reusch Kirsty Coles Hannah Hoepner Hayley Squires Sonia Angus Jenny Young Kimberly Ellis Evaline Aston

29 votes Virginia 11 votes Two Wells 10 votes Balaklava 10 votes Hamley Bridge 10 votes Hummocks 9 votes Two Wells 9 votes Mallala 8 votes Hummocks 8 votes Long Plains 8 votes Mallala

Zoe Grant Shauni Tiller Aishlea Smith Rebecca Desmond Pauline Florence Dayna Heaft Danielle Jones Rachel Williams Alex Simon

16 votes 9 votes 7 votes 7 votes 6 votes 6 votes 6 votes 6 votes 5 votes

Stephanie McArdle Brooke Wilson Stacey Faehrmann Alex Wehr Teisha Harkness Madelin Rose Kameeka Scott Grace Farrelly Tayla Oakley

22 votes Long Plains 18 votes Mallala 14 votes Balaklava 12 votes Balaklava 12 votes Balaklava 11 votes Hamley Bridge 6 votes Balaklava 5 votes Mallala 5 votes Two Wells

Amy Humphrys Georgia McArdle Lilliana Mathew Tayla Williams Laura Oakley Kirrily White Catelyn Harkness Keisha Gregory Kelsey Wedding Sky Wolf

25 votes Hamley Bridge 19 votes Long Plains 18 votes Mallala 17 votes Hummocks 17 votes Two Wells 15 votes Hummocks 11 votes Long Plains 9 votes Long Plains 8 votes Hamley Bridge 6 votes Hummocks

A2

A3

A4

A5

17 & Under

15 & Under

13 & Under A

Hummocks Hummocks Hamley Bridge Balaklava Balaklava Hamley Bridge Virginia Hummocks Hamley Bridge Hamley Bridge

Rhea Lawless Tamika Gregory Amber Watson Sianna Bond Britt Lane Brittany Berry Jesikah Coles Jessie Lee Tayla Robinson

(From left) 1986 A1 winner, Deidre Daniel, with 2013 runner up Sam Nicholls, winner Sarah Young (both of Hummocks) and the Plains Producer’s Merridy Manuel.

A1 team of the year: (back, from left) Lee Barnett (HB), Bonnie Nicholls (Hum), Alexandra Wilson (B), Alison Schahinger (HB), (front) Ashleigh Hornsey (HB), Paula White (HB), Gaynor Tink (B), Sarah Young (Hum) and Sam Nicholls (Hum).

A2 runner up, Kate Cmrlec (Balaklava), with winner, Tania Knott (Hamley Bridge).

Two Wells Balaklava Balaklava Virginia Balaklava Long Plains Mallala Mallala Balaklava

Brooke Humphrys 33 votes Two Wells Haylee Studham 18 votes Hummocks Jessica Davey 12 votes Hummocks Debra Lambert 12 votes Hamley Bridge Shakira Fuller 10 votes Hamley Bridge Jacinta Cocks 9 votes Mallala Matika Hilliard-Faulkner 8 votes Long Plains Claudia Tiller 7 votes Balaklava Georgia Thorne 6 votes Mallala Nellie Farrelly 5 votes Mallala

13 & Under B

A4 runner up, Madison Sayner (Two Wells), with winner Cheyenne Krejzik (Virginia).

21 votes Balaklava 16 votes Long Plains 15 votes Hamley Bridge 13 votes Balaklava 12 votes Long Plains 8 votes Hummocks 7 votes Hamley Bridge 7 votes Hummocks 6 votes Mallala

A3 runner up, Jess Newman (Two Wells).

Absent was winner, Kayla Arbon (Balaklava).

A5 winner, Zoe Grant (Two Wells).

MICHAEL Gould (left) won the umpire’s award, presented by Greg Lowe (back) and umpire’s coach, Doug Tallboy (right).

Junior winners (back from left) 15 and under winner, Amy Humphrys (Hamley Bridge), 17 and under winner, Stephanie McArdle (Long Plains), 17 and under runner up, Brooke Wilson (Mallala), 15 and under runner up, Georgia McArdle (Long Plains), (front) 13A winner, Brooke Humphrys (Two Wells), 13A runner up, Haylee Studham (Hummocks), 13B runner up, Tamika Gregory (Long Plains) and 13B winner, Rhea Lawless (Balaklava).

Junior coach of the year, Sam McArdle.

ABOVE: APNA committee members (from left) Nicole Graham, Alison Baum, Dawn Buckby, Holly Cowan and Sonia Angus pictured with guest, Stephanie Puopolo.

RESERVES leading goal kicker, Justin Platt (Virginia), pictured with award sponsor, Graham Moulds.

Plains Producer, Wednesday September 11, 2013

LEFT: Junior colts runner up, Nathan Studham, and winner, Dylan Irrgang, both of HummocksWatchman Eagles, pictured with WWT Eagles president, Kurt Slaven, at rear. www.plainsproducer.com.au

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SPORT v Netball

Hamley girls clinch grand final entry

EMILY Wandel, Hummocks A1, receives the ball in the centre court.

APNA netty star Name: Kimberly Juvan Nickname: Kim Date of Birth: 22/03/1991 Team: Two Wells A4 Position: WD Relationship status: In a relationship with Jacob Hart Favourite netball team: I don’t really follow any other teams but my own Who is the most damaging player (on or off field) in your club? Snowy, she’s a party animal!

Who is your clubs hardest worker (on or off field) and why? Rachel, my coach - she’s the first coach I’ve had that records all the stats Childhood hero: Puppa Jim What’s your number one passion outside netball? At the moment - finishing my TAFE course, ‘Outdoor Recreation & Tourism’ Best piece of advice you’ve ever

been given: The only thing we have to fear is fear itself!

If you won $20 million in the lottery, what would you do with the money?

Give some to my family and travel around the world first class What is the grossest item in your fridge? Some mouldy bananas

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Results of 2nd Semi Finals matches played on Saturday A1: Hamley Bridge 47 (Lee Barnett) def Hummocks 45 (Beth Reid).

A2: Balaklava 60 (Cassandra Powell) def Two Wells 39 (Stephanie Walker).

A3: Two Wells 55 (Leah Clifton) def Balaklava 43 (Kayla Arbon).

A4: Two Wells 47 (Tamara Eves) def Virginia 40 (Rebeka Scott-Weetra).

A5: Balaklava 33 (Aishlea Smith) def Two Wells 20 (Sarah Dinham).

U/17: Balaklava Home 23 (Stacey Faehrmann) def Balaklava Away 16 (Amy Langdon).

U/15: Hummocks 50 (Kirrily White) def Hamley Bridge 33 (Amy Humphrys).

U/13A: Two Wells 44 (Brooke Humphrys) def Mallala 14 (Nellie Farrelly).

U/13B: Balaklava 34 (Sianna Bond) def Hummocks 2 (Brittany Berry).

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The closest game on Saturday was the A1 match! With scores tied at three quarter time, a tenacious Hamley snuck two extra goals in the final quarter to gain first place entry into the grand final. Some bystanders, including some nonHummocks supporters, suggested that umpiring decisions in the last five minutes may have cost Hummocks the game.

Fortunately or unfortunately, depending on which team you wanted to win, the umpire is always right.

The game consisted of much to-ing and fro-ing.

Multiple, high energy turnovers created an exciting and dynamic game.

The atmosphere was electric with loud vocal support from the crowd.

Despite the heat, neither team made any changes throughout the match.

Each team alternated with “run-ons”, going up a few goals only to lose that ground in the next five minutes. Hummocks did snatch an early lead, but were trampled in the second with Hamley scoring 16 goals to their meagre eight. The reverse was true in the third with Hummocks scoring 16 and Hamley struggling on just 10. A do or die final term saw Hummocks miss the boat, Hamley sneaking home 47 to 45.

Hamley coach, goal defender and Saturday’s best player, Lee Barnett, thought they were probably lucky to get through.

However, Lee didn’t think they had played their best game. “We struggled in patches, and it was so hot. So much

Courtside

A1 APNA second semi final review with Merridy Manuel

THE ball soars towards Hummocks’ Mel Moulds as Hamley’s Amber Rogers defends.

for netball being a winter sport.” “I wasn’t sure we were going to win as it is always a tough game against them (Hummocks).” Hummocks had been struggling with injury and illness last time Hamley beat them, and Lee was well aware this earlier win in round 17 hadn’t been a true victory.

As for next week’s game, Lee hopes Balak wins! “Balaklava are always a tough game and anything can happen in finals.”

Hummocks were still struggling with some illness going into the game.

Sarah Young had been seriously ill all week, not eating and unable to train.

Sam was battling an allergic reaction. However, both looked tenacious on Saturday, Sarah keeping Hamley’s Paula White out of the game. Beth Reid captured the umpires’ attention at centre winning best player.

“Our defensive pressure was excellent,” said Sam. “We got lots of balls. There was no moment to take a breath as the intensity was high throughout.” Sam is confident her team has what it takes to win against

Hamley should they beat Balaklava on Saturday.

“We don’t need to make drastic changes. It didn’t feel like we were down by six at half time. I am not down and out about our loss and won’t dwell on it. Our focus is now on beating Balaklava this weekend.”

Hummocks may have lost the game on Saturday but they cleaned up Saturday night, Sarah Young winning the Plains Producer medal and Samantha Nicholls taking runner-up. Well done girls!

Quarter scores (HB – HWE): first 10-12, second 26-20, third 3636, final 47-45.

Prelim Predictions Balaklava will have to bring their best game to tackle a team out to prove themselves after defeat on the weekend. Can Hummocks redeem themselves? Will Balaklava create an upset? My money is on Hummocks, even being a Peckers player and supporter. But I hope Balak proves me wrong!

All top seeded teams made it through to the grand final on Saturday except in A4 and U17.

Two Wells beat Virginia in the A4 match and Balaklava away was beaten by Balaklava home in the U17s. So this weekend, Balaklava will have their work cut out for them, playing Virginia on their home turf in A3 and A4. Likewise Two Wells and Mallala match up in both the A2 and A5 competition. See tables for complete summary of current line-up.

ADELAIDE PLAINS NETBALL ASSOCIATION Preliminary Final at Virginia - Saturday September 14

Grade TIME TEAMS SCORER SC CHECK TIMER INJURY

13B 9.30am Long Plains Long Plains Hummocks Long Plains Hummocks

vs Hummocks

Umpires: Nicole Darling & Lauren Winning

U15 9.30am Long Plains Long Plains H/Bridge Long Plains H/Bridge

vs H/Bridge

Umpires: Nicky Graham & Neralie Wearn 13A 10.45am H/Bridge

vs Mallala

H/Bridge

Mallala

H/Bridge

Mallala

Umpires: Aynara Lawless & Sascha Tiller

U17 10.45am Mallala vs Mallala Balak Away Mallala Balak Away

Balak Away Umpires: Alison Pym & Dennis Krezjik

A4 12.15pm Balaklava

vs Virginia

Balaklava

Virginia

Balaklava

Virginia

Umpires: Kylie Taylor & Heather Curnow

A2 12.15pm Mallala Mallala Two Wells Mallala Two Wells

vs Two Wells Umpires: Tammy Nicholls & Adrian Marshall

A5 1.45pm

Virginia Virginia Two Wells Virginia Two Wells vs Two Wells Umpires: Kirsty Williams & Sally Fritz

A3 1.45pm

Virginia Virginia Balaklava Virginia Balaklava vs Balaklava Umpires: Nicky Graham & Leanne Clinch

A1 3.15pm

Balaklava vs Balaklava Hummocks Balaklava Hummocks Hummocks Umpires: Sonia Angus & Kelly Buckby

Please note: No Rotation of game times all through the finals

Coaches/Team Managers are to have score books filled in 30 minutes prior to commencement of their game in the clubrooms. Scorers must collect their folders from the clubrooms 5 minutes prior to commencement of game. Rostered clubs to supply timer & injury timer. Nominated timer must change score board during the breaks - not during the game. All officials rostered must be over 16 years of age.

STRICTLY NO ALCOHOL, NO SMOKING OR NO DOGS ALLOWED WITHIN THE COURT AREA.

HUMMOCKS centre, Beth Reid, passes into the goal circle in the A1 game.

CLARIFICATION

A sentence in the submitted 15 & Under netball report, printed in last week’s edition, named Catelyn Harkness as the Long Plains goal keeper who “controlled her defensive end, stopping Mallala’s goal scoring”. The player was in fact Mary Hosking.

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SPORT v Netball

Late run seals Hamley’s victory A1: Hamley Bridge v Hummocks Hummocks scored the first goal setting the scene with quick passes and good team work. HB relied on the height of GS Amber Rogers for feeding into the ring. Hummocks defenders worked in unity making some unexpected turnovers but strong defence by HB was reciprocated. Bonnie Nicholls stood out for Hummocks.

HB made a comeback at the end of the quarter with some poor passes into Hummocks’ attack and accurate passes to GS. Hum 12 – HB 10.

Hamley Bridge capitalised on the first centre pass with an accurate shot from Sarah Koch. It was goal for goal before HB snuck a few goals away after technical turnovers and strong attacking play. C Beth Reid (Hum) held time mid quarter for a foot injury but it did not distract HB, with some good defensive work from Lee Barnett and Alison Schahinger. The pressure rattled Hummocks’ goalies. HB had some lucky umpiring calls go their way which boosted their confidence. HB took a good lead going into the third quarter 26–20.

Hamley gave away the first centre pass and Hummocks scored the first goals with goalies Sam Nicholls and Tegan Nottle passing well around the circle. Ashleigh Hornsey (HB) fed well into the goalies and offering down the court. HB defenders made it hard for Hummocks around the ring and forced their GS out many times. GA Tegan Nottle (Hum) held time after jarring her knee. Hamley made a comeback after some poor passing by Hummocks.

Hamley’s Paula White played a solid quarter. HB defenders kept Hummocks’ GA scoreless in the third but she made space for GS Sam Nicholls who shot 16 to even the score.

The last quarter saw both teams come out firing with even matchups down the court. It was virtually goal for goal with Sarah Koch (HB) shooting accurately from various ranges. Sarah Young (Hum) defended well down the court and was pivotal in attack. HB turned over some crucial balls. Both teams were determined but a late run by HB and some other controversial decisions were game changing and proved costly for Hummocks. Final scores:

KOBY Paxton, Two Wells and Kayla Arbon, Balaklava jump for the rebound in A3.

HB 47 – Hum 45.

A fantastic game of netball to watch – full of passion, skill and desire.

A2: Balaklava v Two Wells Two Wells started well, turning over the first centre pass and taking advantage of all rebounds. TW scored four goals before Balaklava settled and sunk their first.

Strong rebounding by GD Jessica Walker-Smith helped Two Wells score off all opportunities. Balak came back late in the quarter ending in a three goal lead for TW going into the first break. TW 11 – Bal 8.

Balak made some changes. Strong defensive pressure from both teams kept the game close. Strong and smart feeding into the ring from Carly Friedrichs and C Kate Cmrlec (Bal). Accurate shooting from Balak shooters, Cass Powell and Stacey Mugge, saw Balak with a seven goal turn around. This saw them up by four at half time. TW 22 – Bal 26.

Balak started the quarter strongly as both shooters opened up the game with accurate shooting. TW had plenty of the ball but were finding it difficult to score. Bal GD Tenayah Renshaw positioned herself well, intercepting and rebounding.TW 31 – Bal 41.

A brilliant turnover from the first centre pass by GK Nadine Wehr set the quarter dominance for Balak. Accurate shooting by Balak held the lead and secured a spot in the grand final. Final scores: TW 39 – Bal 60.

Golf Balaklava

Last Saturday’s sponsor-free Stableford round attracted a subdued gathering of beings, the snappiest of whom was Andrew Manuel who won the day.

Out from the A Grade gaggle staggered “Wild Bill” Lokan with 36 points, ahead of “Rampaging Ron” Carney (34) and that “Laughing Cavalier”, young Callum Michael (33). M. Hameister recorded 31 points, D. Taylor 25 and M. Loy DNF. John Curnow windrowed the C Grade with his 39 points, leaving Geoff McKenzie (38) in second spot and the ever-wary Wayne Nagle (29) in third. Also in the running were W. Goudie (28), M. Smith (28), G. Leo (28), visitor Colin Doudle (28), visitor Paul Daniel (24), R. Hahn (22) and D. Rodgers, a sore-footed DNF. Andrew Manuel (39) creamed the C Graders, while Les Pearson (29) used a count-back to push back a determined Dean Trickett (although his score really looks just like a 27 Dave). Far from dare to argue with “The Book”, let me simply record that George Dahlitz recorded a score of 29, A. Henstridge 25, D. Addison 24 and visitor Dave Rice a DNF. Ron Carney scored the day’s sole Birdie on the 8th, while Bill Goudie held a NTP on the 3rd, Merv Hameister at the 8th, Geoff Leo the 10th and Bill Lokan for his second searing smash into the 17th. Golfer of the Winter points went to Andrew Manuel (6), John Curnow (5), Ron

TW started off well but couldn’t run out the game.

Balaklava’s fitness, speed and passes helped them win comfortably.

A 3 : Tw o We l l s v Balaklava the first quarter was tight.

Two Wells capitalised on their opportunities by scoring and getting an early lead. Aleisha Michael (Bal) took some beautiful intercepts working hard in defence – this gave Balak some drive to close the gap before quarter time. Bal 11 – TW 13.

It was goal for goal, both teams shooting beautifully, Kayla Arbon (Bal) with 100 per cent accuracy. It was tight throughout the entire quarter resulting in a few held balls.

TW dug deep in the last part

GEORGIA Furst, Mallala 13 & Under A.

Carney (4), Callum Michael (3), Geoff McKenzie (2) and anyone else, one each. This weekend we’ll meet again for another sponsor-free Stableford, with the added incentive of yet another Split Sixes round.

Malcolm Liptrot is supposedly starting the show in the captain’s office before Graham “Emu” Ackland gets down to doling out the old diuretics at the 19th.

balaklava MID WEEK

Last Wednesday saw 12 golfing legends front for the standard Stableford and were awarded for their collective, inspired mediocrity as follows: 1st Dean Trickett (45 points), 2nd Bill Goudie (41), 3rd Austin Henstridge (36) then came G. Sonntag (36), R. Campbell (35), B. Stewart (34), R. Phillips (31), D. Goudie (31), J. Curnow (31) P. Thompson (30), D. Taylor (30) and Joan Anderson (28).

Dean Trickett also won the putting comp. with just 27 such smites, leaving Rick Campbell (30) to take 2nd spot. Big Dean also achieved the day’s two Birdies, on the 3rd and 6th, claiming a NTP on the 3rd into the bargain. NTPs were also held

by Peter Thompson on the 8th and Bill Goudie on the 10th.

HAMLEY BRIDGE

Last Thursday’s Stableford attracted 27 players with Ian Ferguson, winning another day with 41. RU was Ed Manning with 40 while taking third was Wim Van Belt 39 on a CB from Roland Pawlak 39.

Others to make the better half

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of the quarter to increase their lead by one. Bal 23 – TW 26.

Both teams called for a time out during the first few minutes of the third, making some changes. Both were hungry for the lead and had found some new energy making it an exciting game to watch. TW broke away mid way through, getting a slight run on with some good passages of play. Stacey Gameau (TW) getting some great intercepts. Bal 34 – TW 41.

TW increased their lead, working the ball patently down the court. Balak worked hard but couldn’t seem to stop TW’s run on. TW GS Jess Newman presented and shot well. TW 55 – Bal 43.

A very tight game. TW came away in the last half but the contest was great to watch.

A4: Virginia vs Two Wells The first quarter was contested strongly by both teams. TW scored the first goal. There was pressure from both Virginia and Two Wells all the way down the court. TW 11 – Vir 10.

The pressure from both teams continued. A couple of simple errors cost Virginia some goals. Goalies, Rebekka Scott-Weetra and Jessica Barons (Vir) and Wendy Salter and Hayley Squires (TW) all shot accurately. TW 24 – Vir 21.

TW let the pressure off slightly and Virginia scored a couple of easy goals to put the game level again. TW managed to peg back their lead during the remainder

were Kieth Kluske 38, George Dahlitz 37, Roger Hahn, Colin Doudle 36, Bob Charman 35, Wally Jackson, Warren Isgar, Cliff Applebee, Max Grasby 34.

NTPs: George Dahlitz 9th, Dennis Hawke 4th, Wim Van Pelt 14th.

Birdies: Kieth Kluske 17th, Anton Noack 9th, Wim Van Pelt 14th, George Dahlitz 9th, Dennis Hawke 4th &17th, Roger Hahn 9th. Last Saturday’s results will be reported next week.

riverton

Results from Saturday September 7, Stroke.

A Grade: R Brandsma 78/66, M Day 74/69, D Hannaford 78/69. B Grade: A Leaver 87/67, A Hartwell 83/68, R Thomas 87/70. C Grade: S Goode 84/60, B Reaney 93/69, B Murray 100/71.

NTP 3 & 12: L Russ. NTP 5 & 14: M Day. NTP 9/18 in 3: R Brandsma.

Next week: Stableford.

two wells ladies

September 3 saw Jen Rowe win the third round of the Stableford Trophy and the fourth round of the Aileen Oliver Medley with 30 points.

RU was Julie Holland with 27. Julie also won the Long Drive on 16 and NTP on 15.

veterans

Adelaide Plains and Barossa Veteran Golfers at Penfield

Penfield Golf Club hosted 46 players from 14 clubs in a Stableford competition on Monday

of the quarter, however Virginia’s defence was strong.

TW 36 – Vir 33.

The last quarter began evenly. Two Wells capitalised on some of Virginia’s mistakes. Although the Virginia defence was strong and held TW goalies, TW ran out victors by seven goals.TW 47 – Vir 40.

The game was a continual pressure-fuelled battle that was well fought by both teams.

A5: Balaklava v Two Wells A strong start from Balak with 10 unanswered goals.

TW Zoe Grant strong in defence. Intense pressure down the court from Balak.

GS Shaunie Tiller (Bal) hardly missed. Bal 11 – TW 5.

Renee Cameron (TW) came on in centre and TW’s spirit was boosted. Many intercepts though the centre from both teams. Fantastic competition between C Pauline Florence (Bal) and Renee Cameron C for TW. Bal 18 – TW 15.

A tight start between both teams, goal for goal.

Great teamwork shown by Balak. Both teams seem to be feeling the heat. Both GK’s, Chloe Brohan (TW) and Clare Elsworthy (Bal) were a force to be reckoned with. Bal 25 – TW 18.

A low scoring first half of the last quarter with TW not scoring until the eighth minute. Plenty of one-on-one aggression. Pauline Florence (Bal) once again thriving in the midcourt. TW tried hard but Balak lengthening the lead.

Final score: Bal 33 – TW 20.

17&U: Balaklava Away v Balaklava The first quarter started off with some messy passes down both ends of the court.

There were plenty of goal attempts but the ball didn’t always sink in. A low scoring quarter saw Balak Away lead 5–1 at the quarter break. Bal Away 5 – Bal 1.

Amy Langdon (Bal) came on with a mission to fight hard for the ball and she put in a great effort. Balak Home team found their feet and were shooting well. Carly Williams and Alex Wehr (Bal Home) worked well in the ring together. Stacey Faehrmann’s long arms were effective in the goal ring reading rebounds. Balak Home found their groove and entered the break 10–7.

Balak Away played well

September 9.

Overall winner and winner of B Grade was Peter Jones (Penfield) who used his local knowledge in garnering 40 points. Second in B Grade was B Kilmier (Gawler) with 36 from T Lind (Penfield) on 34.

C Grade was won by Leon Zbierski (Penfield) with 40 points, from D Forrest (Tanunda Pines) with 35, with third place going to T Bateman (Kapunda) also with 35.

A Grade winner was Dean Butler (Kapunda) with 37 points from C Decelis (Gawler) on 34 and R Elliot of Highercombe with 33.

Thanks to Penfield members R Twitchen and G Dawson for sponsoring the main prizes and Penfield Golf Club for donating prizes for Nearest The Pin, with M Hameister (A grade) and B Stewart (B grade) both from Balaklava winning the NTP prizes.

Ball winners in A Grade: J Stratman (Blackwood) 33, R Volraat and S Porter from Gawler (32), L Grafton (Two Wells) 31, and G Jones (Kapunda) and G Payne (Two Wells) with 30.

B Grade ball winners: G Dawson (Penfield) and B Lee (Kapunda) with 32, H Jeske (Gawler), B Stewart (Balaklava), E Manning (Hamley Bridge) and R Twitchen (Penfield) all with 31.

C Grade ball winners: C Sims (Barossa Valley) 32, N Sutton (Penfield) 31, B Sims (Tanunda Pines) 27, and B Hughes (Penfield) and P Sullivan (Owen) both with 26.

The next game for the Adelaide Plains and Barossa Vets is at Barossa Valley Course on October 14 – 9am start.

together. Much smoother and consistent play and passes.

Lexie Tiller delivered the ball superbly into the goal ring.

Balak Home scored a few good goals in the last few minutes. Bal Away 13 – Bal 15.

Stacey Faehrmann played consistently well, applying great pressure in the goal ring. BalakAway seemed to be getting frazzled. Balak Away couldn’t chase down Balak Home’s lead. Finals scores: Bal Away 16 – Bal 23.

15&U: Hummocks v Hamley Bridge Hummocks came out strong, Hamley’s passing needed improving. Hamley WA Sheyenn Smith and GA Tayla Williams (Hum) played well. Hummocks’ attack was strong. HB starting to settle into the game. Hum 11 – HB 10.

Hummocks came out firing. HB struggled with Hummocks’ attack. HB GA Kelsey Wedding played well. Hum GK Katrina Price performed well. HB GD Amy Humphrys worked hard. Hum 27 – HB 18.

Hamley’s passing improved and they looked like they wanted the win.

Hummocks was a strong force in this quarter. Hum WA Amelia Cicollela and GA Tayla William’s worked well together. HB GK Celeste Biddle and GD Amy Humphrys kept up the pressure. Hum 39 – HB 24.

Hummocks scored the first goal in the fourth. HB defence put the pressure on.

HB fought hard in this quarter.

Both teams played hard. HB C Carly Durdin worked hard to get the ball down the court.

Best quarter from both teams.

Final scores: Hum 50 – HB 33.

Hummocks proved too strong for HB but the Hamley girls gave it their best shot.

Hum GA was an integral part of the game.

13&U(A): Two Wells v Mallala Play was fairly even early in the quarter. The centre court was well contested by both teams. TW shooters, Jade Stankevicius and Caitlin Musolino, were very

accurate. TW also had a strong defence with Brooke Humphrys reading the play well. TW 14 – Mal 4.

Mallala started the second well with great defence, making it difficult for TW to penetrate the goal ring. TW settled and dominated the rest of the quarter moving the ball well down the court.

Both teams changed shooters, Emma Charleson (Mal) and Claudia Devlin (TW), who both shot well. TW 23 – Mal 8.

TW continued their dominance, GD Brooke Humphrys and GK Alicia Duthie rebounding well. Georgia Furst (Mal) moved into GK providing some height and took several intercepts. Mallala moved well down the court in the goal ring but the height and experience of TW defenders troubled Mallala. TW 30 – Mal 10.

Mallala tried hard in the final quarter, picking up many loose balls but converting to goals proved difficult. TW were strong all over the court.

Final scores: TW 44 – Mal 14.

13&U(B): Balaklava v Hummocks Balaklava started the game well with the opening few goals, applying a lot of pressure on Hummocks.

Balak took a healthy lead through accurate shooting.

Bal 11 – Hum 1.

H u m m o cks a p p l i e d more pressure on Balak, but Balak still stretched the lead. Brittany Berry worked hard for Hummocks. Balak maintained their lead. Bal 17 – Hum 2.

Both teams made changes. Hummocks’ passing letting them down, but were still applying pressure. Balak kept their lead, keeping Hummocks scoreless for the quarter. Bal 23 – Hum 2.

Balak ran out the game well but Hummocks never gave up. Sienna Bond and Rhea Lawless stood out for Balak and Brittany Berry for Hum. Balak was too good on the day and deservedly made the grand final. Final scores: Bal 34 – Hum 2.

Great spirit displayed by all.

HAMLEY’S Amy Humphrys intercepts Hummocks’ Mikaela Lane-Watson in 15 & Under.

Two Positions Vacant

RECORDS OFFICER & Umpires Secretary The above positions are available for seasons 2014, 2015. For approximately 5-6 hours per work. Access to fax machine, email and post is required. Honorarium paid. Further enquiries please contact Sonia Angus (Association Secretary). Phone: 0419 824 554 or email: sonia.angus@hotmail.com. Applications close Friday September 27 at 5pm www.plainsproducer.com.au

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LOCAL v Living

The way We were

Banjo Paterson - man of many talents

Some of ‘Banjo’ Paterson’s most notable works include ‘Waltzing Matilda’, ‘The Man from Snowy River’ and ‘Clancy of the Overflow.’

Andrew Barton ‘Banjo’ Paterson OBE was born at ‘Narrambla,’ near

by Norma Schopp YEARS AGO Orange, NSW, on February 17 1864, September 2008 the eldest son of Scottish immigrant began work as an articled clerk for a Andrew Bogle Paterson & Rose Isa- law firm which led to his qualification • VIRGINIA Football Club’s bella (nee Barton). Rose was related asrating a solicitor on August 28, 1886.

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Andrew Barton “Banjo” Paterson died of a heart attack in Sydney on February 5, 1941, aged 76.

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He became a renowned war correspondent during the second Boer War (1899-1902) and the Boxer Rebellion, writing for Australian and British newspapers.

Returning to Sydney after the Boer War, Paterson married Alice Emily Walker of Tenterfield Station in 1903, and they had two children.

During World War I, Paterson became an ambulance driver with the Australian Voluntary Hospital, Wimereux, France, returning to Australia in 1915 before travelling

IN recent weeks, I’ve spent some time reliving tunes from years gone by, a particularly long time ago for a few of them.

While not afforded the same acclaim as other huge bands of the 1960s, Simon and Garfunkel, featuring composer Paul Simon and vocalist, Art Garfunkel, were huge influences is musical history.

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A number of sources suggest this is the seventh highest concert attendance ever.

The pair also toured last year, with the concert held at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre selling out at an astounding $700 per ticket.

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Garfunkel’s uniquely raspy, albeit soothing voice, was the perfect foil for Simon’s music, who wrote to suit his vocally superior partner.

Their breakthrough hit was “Sound of Silence”, which ended up being the title track of the “Sounds of Silence” album.

“Mrs Robinson”, “Scarborough Fair”, “Homeward Bound” and “Bridge Over Troubled Water” were other massive hits for Simon and Garfunkel, over a career that spanned three decades, despite several breakups along the way.

A classic video I also came across a few days ago is a clip from a 1994 Eagles special called “Hell Freezes Over”.

The album was a live recording, featuring a stunning performance of the band’s signature song “Hotel California”.

This particular version had the unusual arrangement featuring eight guitars.

The musical writing talents of the Eagles is often forgotten

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when you consider just how complex the “Hell Freezes Over” version is.

The sound is so very different to the album recording and to be honest, I prefer it to the original. As to the actual meaning of the song, given the cryptic nature of the lyrics, there are a number of interpretations although the band has generally stated it refers to over-indulgence in Los Angeles, California.

I think it is one of those songs you will never quite understand, even the band members themselves, which is fine with me, as I don’t feel the need to know exactly what “Hotel California” is about.

Much in the same vein Don McLean’s “American Pie”, the song tells a story, no one but the artist really knows for sure exactly what they meant when they wrote it. I’d even go as far to say that sometimes, even they don’t know.

What the heck was “The Hamster Dance” about?

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september 15 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...........................9.15am

september 22 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...................10.00am UNITING Mallala....................... 9.00am Two Wells.................10.30am Owen Comm..............9.30am Hamley Bridge.......... 11.00am Windsor..................... 9.00am Balaklava...................... 9.30am Pt Wakefield.............. 10.30am Nantawarra..................6.00pm Lochiel..........Comb. Nantwarra Tarlee.......................... 9.15am

september 29 A.O.G./A.C.C. Balaklava.................. 10.00am anglican Auburn.................... 10.30am Balaklava.................... 7.00pm 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.................... 9.00am Kapunda.....................7.00pm UNITING Mallala....................... 9.00am Two Wells.................10.30am Owen Comm............. 11.00am Hamley Bridge.............9.15am Windsor.......................9.00am Balaklava......................9.30am Pt Wakefield, Nantawarra, Lochiel.......................10.00am Comb. service at Pt Wakefield Tarlee.......................... 9.15am

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BALAKLAVA 11 Walsh Street. $180 p/week. No pets. Phone Jeff Karklins 0427 860 223.

HAMLEY Bridge - Single bedroom unit with lounge, kitchen, laundry, garage, S/S air conditioner. Rent $90 per week. Equity scheme available. Bond and references required.

Close to facilities. Seniors only. No dogs. Phone 8528 2229 or Mobile 0429 954 221.

MALLALA Two large bedroom solid brick home, air conditioning. One minute from shops and school.

Ready early October. References needed. Contact 0421 278 185.

PORT WAKEFIELD Three bedrooms; air con; carport; shed; close to all facilities; $250 pw; References required. Phone: 0428 890 107.

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CAMERA lens, Nikon AF-S DX, 18-200mm VRII, great condition, comes with UV filter and circular polariser filter, $500 o.n.o. Phone 0431 681 524.

CHUBB B-Class 4 draw security filing cabinets, good for valuables, pistols, ammo ect... Adelaide price $1,500 my price from $350.

2 door steel cabinets and file cabinets. Not many left, also sliding door cabinets only 4 left. Phone 8862 1769 or 0409 693 626.

FLASH - Sony HVL-F42AM. In great condition, $130.

Phone 0431 681 524.

IPHONE 5 and 4S. Connect now, Telstra Plans available. Balaklava Electronics 8862 1552.

UnDER $100

AMEDA - purely yours breast pump, adjustable suction and speed, double instruct/ box, cost $300, sell $30.

Phone 0432 699 389.

AIROFIT strider with calorie counter and speed, good condition, $30. Phone 0431 681 524.

FISHER & Price red plastic swing, 6 months, 2 years, Balaklava, $5. Phone 0432 699 389.

JOLLY jumper, hang on ceiling hook or door frame, babies from 3 months.

Balaklava $5. Phone 0432 699 389.

LAMAZE - babies turtle play gym with vibrating mat and carry bag, Birth +, as new, $10. Phone 0432 699 389.

NIKON 50mm f/1.8 lens.

Near new condition $80.

Phone 0431 681 524.

SONY filter kit, 55mm, 23 pieces, colour, close-up, softone etc. Good condition, $20. Phone: 0431 681 524.

WAHU body board, blue, red & white stripes, 102cm long x 53cm wide, new, in packaging, Balaklava $10.

Phone 0432 699 389.

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

ROBERTSON Philip (Robbo). Also know as Goob by his boys, you were taken far too soon and you were still needed here in our lives. You will be beyond missed by us all, but especially your boys David (20), William (14) and Jake (13). You were an amazing dad and friend to many. Our lives went different ways but we came together in all things for our children. I will miss you and am forever changed for knowing you. Much loved by us all. Jodie and your boys xox.

FIREWOOD - Quality split red gum, $330 p/tonne.

All loads weighed, free delivery Owen and surrounding areas, 1/2 tonne loads available. Conditions apply. Phone 0412 887 040.

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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.

ROBBO - Wonderful Son-InLaw to us. Great role model to our younger three children Ashley, Michael and Sarah. You lit up our lives and the time we spent with you over the years gave us exceeding joy. You are extremely loved and will be sadly missed by all of us.

We love you Robbo. Darrell and Fran xxx

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ROBERTSON Philip Murray (Robbo) -

Passed away on August 31, 2013.

Aged 48 years.

Very loving partner of Kylie Dee. Cherished father (goob) of David, William and Jake.

ROBERTSON - Phil (Robbo).

Dearly loved son-in-law of Fran & Darrell / brotherin-law of Sandra & Peter, Michelle & Bart, Brian & Debbie, Emily & Ihaka, Ashley & Kerry, Michael & Brooke and Sarah / treasured uncle to so many Nieces and Nephews.

We are all so grateful you have been part of our lives.

Someone as special as you will never be forgotten, you will remain in our hearts forever.

Devoted son of Ian, Betty (deceased) and Lu (Luda).

Loved brother of Kaetlyn and Andre, David, Steven and Melanie, Peter and Michelle, and Michael.

Uncle, great-uncle, inlaw, friend, mentor and colleague to many.

ROBERTSON Philip Murray (Robbo).

The funeral service for the late Mr Philip Murray Robbo Robertson will be conducted at 2.00pm on Monday September 16, 2013 at the Joint Proof Experimental Establishment, Proof Range Road, Port Wakefield.

ROBBO - Our Brother-InLaw. Proud Dad to three great boys David, William and Jake. Awesome Uncle to Luke, Bailey, Annabelle, Isaac, Cooper and Grace.

We thank God that you were a part of our lives. You brought so much fun to our family and have left us with so many good memories that we can never forget.

You were always the joker, trivial pursuit master and ‘Sunday Mail Quiz Champion’ for 2001, 2002 and 2003. :) Thank you for sharing your life with us.

We love you and already miss you. Ihaka, Emily and family.

In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made in memory of Robbo to either Epilepsy Association of SA and NT Inc., PO Box 12, Woodville SA 5011, or to Care Flight Australia, GPO Box 9877, Adelaide SA 5000 In the Care of WHITE LADY FUNERALS Hillcrest 8266 7100 Australian Owned

Coming Events OWEN SWIMMING POOL

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Wednesday September 18 8pm at Owen Town Hall Meeting Room

• New members welcome!

• Support your local pool !

• Discussions will be held with regard to the future direction of the pool.

For more info contact: Andrew Parker 0407 619 070

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ROBERTSON - Philip. The Staff at Victoria Road Medical Clinic wish to pass on their condolences to Kylie on the sudden passing of Phil. Our thoughts are with you in this difficult time.

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GUTHBERG - DELLAMALVA. Diane & Peter and Angela & Michael are thrilled to announce the engagement of Brook and Matt in Mexico on August 3 with love from both families.

PUBLiC notiCE

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

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

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BINGO - Sunday September 15, 2pm Owen Hotel dining room. $4 p/book for 10 games, $20 for 6 books.

Sausage sizzle at 12.30, everyone including kids welcome. Owen Arms Hotel Social Club.

COFFEE Morning. Lutheran Church Hall. Short Terrace, Balaklava. 10am on September 17, 2013. Welcome to all men & women for fellowship.

WAntED to BUY

HORSES unwanted, top prices, cash, any types, Ph 8524 3640 or 0414 546 217.

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

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FLOATS REQUIRED

Contact Karla 8862 1737 or Peter 8862 1063

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APPLICANT’S ADDRESS: PO Box 5, Owen SA 5460

SHOWCASE

NATURE OF THE DEVELOPMENT: Installation of four (4) 12m high light towers

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 18 7pm at Balaklava Town Hall

SUBJECT LAND: Lots 90 & 95 Second Street, Owen

✓ Whole School Public Speaking Event ✓ Musical Performances ✓ Drama Performances ✓ Visual Arts Display ✓ CO2 Dragster Display

CERTIFICATE OF TITLE: Volume: 5589 Folio: 103 The application may be examined at the Office of the Council located at Scotland Place, Balaklava during normal business hours (an appointment is recommended) and a ny p e r s o n o r b o d y affected may make relevant representations in writing concerning this application to reach the Building Development O f f i c e r a t B ox 1 6 7 , Balaklava SA 5461, not later than 5pm Tuesday September 24, 2013.

Cost: $5 Adults & High School Students $3 Under 12, includes light Supper

Any queries contact Balaklava High School front office on 8862 0600 - All Welcome

Invitation to attend the NRM Board meeting

Each person making a submission should indicate whether that person wishes to appear personally or be represented by another party before the Panel in suppor t of that submission.

Members of the community are invited to attend the next meeting of the Northern and Yorke Natural Resources Management

Monday 23 September 2013 Board meeting

Please note that, pursuant to Section 38(8) of the Development Act, a copy of each representation received will be forwarded to the applicant for a written response.

the Board on 8821 2275 or

BIRTHDAY PARTY & SPECIAL EVENTS ARE WELCOME, CONTACT BOB 8264 0449 ANYTIME

TUESDAY OCTOBER 1

APPLICANT: Owen Bowling Club

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For more information, please contact

✓ Drinks ✓ Ice Cream ✓ Cooked BBQ ✓ Trains running from 12pm to 4.30pm

AGM

DEVELOPMENT NO: 373/086/13

Ayr Street, Jamestown

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 15

DEVELOPMENT ACT 1993

Notice is hereby given that an application comprising a CATEGORY 3 DEVELOPMENT has been lodged with the Council for a development assessment.

Details of the application are as follows:-

at the Northern Areas Council Chambers,

Roseworthy Campus Mudla Wirra Rd (Wasleys Rd)

BALAKLAVA FOOTBALL CLUB

Pursuant to Section 38 (5) of the Development Act, 1993.

For Friday December 20

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Chris Parish Community & Development Services Manager E: cparish@wakefieldrc.sa.gov.au DATE: Sept 11, 2013 THIS IS THE FIRST AND ONLY PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CATEGORY 3 DEVELOPMENT Pursuant to Section 38 (5) of the Development Act, 1993.

Notice is hereby given that an application comprising a CATEGORY 3 DEVELOPMENT has been lodged with the Council for a development assessment.

Details of the application are as follows:DEVELOPMENT NO: 373/123/13 APPLICANT: P & M Quality Smallgoods Pty Ltd APPLICANT’S ADDRESS: PO Box 549, Sydney Markets NSW 2129 N AT U R E O F T H E DEVELOPMENT: Extension to existing abattoir including an extension of existing boning room, refurbishment of existing dining area, new ablutions block, extension to livestock holding yards, relocation of existing security hut, extension to existing car parking, hard stand area, fire water tanks and associated landscaping and fencing.

SUBJECT LAND: Lots 9 & 10 Hundred of Goyder CERTIFICATE OF TITLE: Volume: 5889 Folio: 930 Volume: 6059 Folio: 524 The application may be examined at the Office of the Council located at Scotland Place, Balaklava during normal business hours (an appointment is recommended) and a ny p e rso n o r b o dy affected may make relevant representations in writing concerning this application to reach the Building Development O f f i c e r a t B ox 1 6 7 , Balaklava SA 5461, not later than 5pm Tuesday September 24, 2013.

Each person making a submission should indicate whether that person wishes to appear personally or be represented by another par ty before the Panel in suppor t of that submission.

Please note that, pursuant to Section 38(8) of the Development Act, a copy of each representation received will be forwarded to the applicant for a written response.

Chris Parish Community & Development Services Manager E: cparish@wakefieldrc.sa.gov.au DATE: Sept 11, 2013 THIS IS THE FIRST AND ONLY PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE

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at Clare Town Hall - Admission $12 • Tickets from Clare Newsagency & choir members

7pm at the Owen Hotel

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REGIONAL REVIVAL RALLY AT BALAKLAVA

SUNDAY SEPT 22, 2013

Balaklava Football Club Invites applications for an

A GRADE COACH • Successful family orientated club with excellent facilities • For further details contact BFC secretary on 0418 106 645

Applications to be emailed in Word format to: balaklavafc@sanflcfl.com.au by September 27, 2013

✤ Lively Worship ✤ Speaker: Steve McCracken Steve returns after leadership training here Sept 2012 & July Youth Camp speaker 2013 ✤ Pooled Supper to Follow

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Notice is hereby given that the Wakefield Regional Council, pursuant to Sections 24 and 25 of the Development Act 1993, has prepared a Development Plan Amendment Report (DPA) to amend its Development Plan.

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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.

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

The Amendment will change the Development Plan as it relates to the Industry Zone, and in particular the Policy Area 1 that relates to the Industry Zone and Policy Area at Bowmans. The DPA proposes an expansion of the Industry Zone and Bowmans Policy Area 1, that:

• Rezone an area of land currently zoned Primary Production to Industry Zone. This land is adjacent an existing Industry Zone and will facilitate the ongoing expansion and development of appropriate activities within the existing Industry Zone and corresponding Bowmans Policy Area 1.

• A complete review of the Industry Zone and policy amendments made as required.

• A complete review of the Bowmans Policy Area 1 Policy and policy amends made as required.

• A review and alteration of the relevant maps within the Development Plan to reflect the above changes.

The DPA report will be on public consultation from Wednesday September 11 until Friday November 8, 2013 Copies of the DPA report are available for public inspection during normal office hours (9am to 5pm) at the offices of the Wakefield Regional Council at Scotland Place, Balaklava.

Alternatively the DPA report can be viewed on the Internet on Council’s website at: http://www.wakefieldrc.sa.gov.au Written submissions regarding the DPA should be submitted no later than 5pm on November 8, 2013. All submissions should be addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, Wakefield Regional Council, PO Box 167, Balaklava SA 5461, and should clearly indicate whether you wish to be heard in support of your submission at the public hearing. If you wish to lodge your submission electronically, please email it to admin@wakefieldrc. sa.gov.au Copies of all submissions will be available for inspection at the offices of the Wakefield Regional Council at Balaklava from 9am Monday November 11 to 5pm Thursday November 14.

A public hearing will be held at 7pm on Thursday November 14, 2013, at the Council Office – Scotland Place, Balaklava at which time interested persons may be heard in relation to the DPA and the submissions. The public hearing will not be held if no submissions are received or if no submission makes a request to be heard.

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Magpies through In-form Tigers United claims famous to the big one victory over Roosters Les Pearson Les Pearson reviews reviews the APFL A round 5 APFL grade second semi Afinal grade matches match MALLALA won through to the UNITED became the second team to 2013 grand finalpremier, with a hard-fought roll the reigning Two Wells, with 39-point win over40-point Hamley win Bridge at a comprehensive in gusty Lochiel on at Saturday. conditions Long Plains on Saturday.

The Magpies went came into the match Andrew Hardiman back into the as favourites, having defeated Two Wells team, which was stillthe missing Bombers in allJosh threeOsbourne of their encounLee Allmond, and Brad ters this year.

Fitzgerald.

The Lochiel Ovalout looked an absoTigers came the better team, lute treat, bathed springshots sunshine. slamming on 10 in scoring to three to acknowledge thefrom all but“I’ve only got registering two goals ground’s their hardcurators, work. it was presented very well,” Mallala Steve to the Two Wells failedcoach, to respond Lubcke said. call and United continued early wake-up was they an intense in the first on It where left off,affair seizing a 21-point term, teams bufferboth at the mainproducing break. scoringUnited chances but none taking any real coach, David White, said scorinitiative. ing was tough at times.

“We’ve goodwind, starts all year,fairly “It was had a tricky it was definitely in the last six weeks, particularly in the first 10 minutes and to the lads’ credit, it was good again on Saturday,” Hamley Bridge coach, Ash Barnett said.

“We weren’t able he to said. capitalise on blustery out there,” the “A scoreboard, 1.3wind in the couple ofkicking shots the grabbed first seven or eight minutes, which is and dragged them away fairly late.” something we will needMark to getThomson, right in Two Wells coach, the coming few weeks.” could not believe the drop in standard feltdisposal. similarly about his of Lubcke, his team’s team’s term.

“Wefirst were burning the footy from “We alsosodidn’t on it.to the half back, it wascapitalise barely getting “Weline,” had enough centre he said.of the ball but didn’t put it on the scoreboard.

“They could have been five goals up “Finals are always a different game at quarter time, they played really well with pressure into increased the wind as well. and both sides would have felt it in Ettridge, the first quarter, Ruckman, Tyson lined up on just suss each out.”

Twotrying Wellstodanger man,other Simon Feast, in took abattle. seven-point anThe epicMagpies head-to-head lead“Tyson into thewas firstcharged change with and built on a keeping that ineye the on second booting five he close Feast,term, as we knew what goals to one with Joel Montwas capable of,” Mallala’s White said. gomerie and Dale King getting on top “This was the first week he was able in midfield. tothe fully train after playing with a few “In the quarter, used niggles thesecond past couple of they weeks.” the Ettridge ball a bitdid better and we gotjob, a few a pretty good while of match-ups out ofenjoyed kilter, which hisourTiger teammates a freeallowed flowing their gameonballers style. to come into the game a bit more,” Barnett said. nmargin Continued The five-goal at the page main 19 break would have had the Magpie faithful confident.

“I was really pleased at half time where we were,” Lubcke said.

Joel Montgomerie flies to take a mark for Mallala in Saturday’s APFL A grade second semi final.

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KOBY Ettridge marks for the Tigers in their goal third, ahead of Rooster, Ryan Hooper, in the A grade match on Saturday.

Barnett will lead APFL team ASH Barnett has been appointed as the coach for the Adelaide Plains Football League’s association team to compete at the Landmark Cup at Jamestown on June 8.

APFL president, Brad Busch, confirmed Barnett’s appointment on Tuesday.

“He’s very enthusiastic, keen and positive about it, and I like his style myself,” Busch said.

“I’m very happy he has taken it on.”

Barnett, the current Hamley Bridge A grade coach, said he was more than happy to take on the role.

“I’ve been involved

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with association footy around the nation when playing but I hadn’t considered coaching it,” he said.

“It came as a little bit of a surprise but when the opportunity came, I jumped at it.

“I’m looking forward potential players. to it, for sure.”

“At this early stage, Barnett was a selector I’m working on apand assistant coach of the proaching a few guys APFL team in 2004 and who can help with selec2005. tion,” Barnett said.

“The concept has “I’ll be picking guys changed a bit over the who want to play, that years to the round robin will be my personal style, whereas it used to approach, we want guys be just one game,” he who want to play.” said.

At least five players He will be trying to under 21 must be selected SAM Nicholls, involve as many people in the final squad. fromHummocks, different clubs tries to “I would imagine intercept Hamley’s around the competition as there would be up to 25 Alison Schahinger inunder 21s in the competipossible to help in some the APNA A1 secondtion that could make the capacity.

With thefinal Landmark Barnett said. semi at Lochielsquad,” on YOUNG Bomber, Matthew Couley, charges down Cup Saturday. only a month away, “It’s a big chance for Isaac Hamann, tussles his atBurra opponenton in the Balaklava, ground in the Under with 8 game Port Wakefield the coach has already reports, a lot of those guys,Saturday’s as Under 18 grand final at Burra. n results, Saturday. begun to canvass the scouts often attend these photos - pages 22-23 n More- pictures, page 16 n results, report, photos page 17 league’s other coaches for carnivals.”

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