Rising Star of The North

Plains Producer, Wednesday June 24, 2009

www.plainsproducer.com.au

Balaklava Rising star of the North

A special promotion of

Wakefield Regional Council

i With

Balaklava Area Committee

A

B www.plainsproducer.com.au

The Plains Producer, Wednesday June 24, 2009

BALAKLAVA

SPECIAL FEATURE

Star of the North

Supported by Balaklava Area Committee

Wattle Ridge June 09

All the components for growth ‘ ’

The town and district have all the components for growth – strong employment prospects, a good industry base, schools, facilities like the hospital and its own history and culture.

This is the formula for growth and prosperity.

All the planets line up.

– Bob Day, Homestead Homes, February 2006

i

Vision

What star is that?

H FRONT page image courtesy of NASA’s Hubble Telecsope. It shows an infant star cluster, NGC 602, a small Megellanic Cloud in the constellation Tucana, 200,000 light years from Earth.

Go to www.hubblesite.org.gallery

B

ALAKLAVA should be proud of its recent achievements and look forward to what the future holds.

Some might argue the town remains a plodder, with not much going for it – “nothing has changed,” the pessimists will lament.

But there has been great change in just over four years in the town described by a leading South Australian builder as the “rising star of the north.” This was Homestead Homes chief, Bob Day, in a front page article in The Plains Producer in early February, 2006. A little over three years ago.

He was commenting about his company’s decision to open up an estate of some 100 allotments in Balaklava’s east.

Mr Day said in this newspaper’s report: Balaklava had “its own special quality.”

“Balaklava has experienced natural growth,” Mr Day said. “It has not been reliant on other aspects like tourism – the vines or the sea – to show it is growing.

“The town and district have all the components for growth – strong employment prospects, a good industry base, schools, facilities like the hospital and its own history and culture.

“This is the formula for growth and prosperity. “All the planets line up.”

Included in the “A-plus” report was Balaklava’s strong community mix at each end of residential life.There was a growing younger population and an equally solid blend of older people living in the area.

Mr Day said there were top quality schools for children growing up and facilities like the hospital and its helipad to appeal to more mature residents.

“There’s a good atmosphere about the place.

Balaklava has its own special quality – hence our decision to invest in the town,” he said.

Balaklava has come a long way in the past four years. To be precise, it’s 52 months since Plains Producer editor Terry Williams returned to Balaklava to live after running a business in the town in the mid 1980s. He arrived in March, 2005, to a town which was just starting to stir.

This is his view of a town set to become the “Rising Star of the North”. Follow that star over the next 10 pages ...

The description has proved to be apt.

So much so, this newspaper now proudly uses it as its slogan, with a colourful rainbow logo on our front page and repeated within this feature.

And today we chronicle all the positives about Balaklava, with just a hint of associated areas and businesses, to prove to any “doubting Thomases” Balaklava is, indeed, a Star of the North and hub to the Adelaide Plains and lower north. We reject negativity.

We do this unashamedly, because we believe in Balaklava. As we have always as the local newspaper for more than 100 years.

There is good reason. As you will see.

Bob Day’s Wattle Ridge estate has grown to

capacity in the last two years. Now filling with new homes, it is on track for 40 more as part of a low income home rental scheme.

Not far from Wattle Ridge is Hayfield Plains, the 33 unit retirement village first developed by Life Care in 2006.

Only a few homes remain to be sold three years later. Many of the town and district’s pessimists said that would never happen.

But it has, thanks to the foresight and intestinal fortitude of a variety of people at all levels, from Wakefield Regional Council to individuals – but particularly the Churches of Christ Life Care group.

And Balaklava’s development will continue as times goes by.

Hayfield Plains June 09

Building a better future for our community Enhancing community well-being through strong and progressive leadership with quality services, economic opportunities and continued growth

Scotland Place, Balaklava Phone: 8862 0800 www.wakefieldrc.sa.gov.au

The Plains Producer, Wednesday June 24, 2009

www.plainsproducer.com.au

BALAKLAVA

SPECIAL FEATURE

Star of the North

Supported by Balaklava Area Committee

C

Working for Balaklava community

B

alaklava Area Committee (BAC) is making a stand as the action team of the community, taking charge of community projects.

The committee was formed in 200X as the voice for the community.

The committee is responsible for assisting the community to advocate for funding, and to speak to a wide range of organisations, including Wakefield Regional Council, to convey what the community really wants to happen.

BAC continually monitors the Balaklava Action Plan, which is updated annually.

Recently, it has focussed on the future of the historic grandstand at Ralli Park, used by many locals and community groups but now unable to be accessed as it has fallen into disrepair.

After liaising with several community groups involved, it has been decided to repair the grandstand at considerable cost.

Recently-appointed BAC chairman, Terry Williams, said the committee needed to drive projects throughout Balaklava.

“By all accounts, residents seem to have trouble coming to grips with what the committee actually does,” Terry said.

“That is explained here in detail. BAC will drive key projects – but at the same time residents need to realise they must be prepared to get their hands dirty to make things happen.

“The community expects to live in an attractive town with good facilities and that doesn’t happen without taking action matched with good leadership,” Terry said.

“BAC is here to help facilitate projects, liaise with Wakefield Regional Council, help organise funding and assist and advise various town groups – but we cannot just click our fingers and make things happen.

“That’s up to the people who live here. To be blunt – YOU.” The Area Committee is responsible for

Project: Refurbish grandstand

Wakefield Regional Council CEO, Phil Barry and Environmental Services manager, Elca McCarthy, make a recent inspection of the Ralli Park grandstand.

Balaklava Area Committee

Terry Williams

Dale Gathercole

Peter Rohrlach

Shirley Welke

David Newsome

Jeanette Aldenhoven

Graham Ackland.

Barb Rodgers

Kevin Bubner

Lisa Redpath

Jeff Hennig

Margaret Manuel

Peter McPharlin

Ruth Arikawe

Clare Haynes

Jenny Rowland

Joy Maxwell

Fran Henderson

Cr Maurice Tiller

Cr Kelly Bickle

Cr Avon Hudson

increasing community involvement and improving communication between the community and other organisations, including council.

In addition, the committee aims to improve and maintain local infrastructure and environment; support continued economic growth and strategic planning; and support social well-being.

The committee liaises with other bodies

within the town, including schools, sports clubs, and community groups.

Other projects being progressed include the creation of a town website; ongoing supply and distribution of ‘welcome packs’ for new residents (in conjunction with Balaklava High School students); progressing the Balaklava Masterplan (in conjunction with WRC); lobbying for improved health care services; making the town centre gopher friendly; and town beautification in partnership with the Balaklava Garden Club, Lions Club, and council.

Committee member David Newsome said it was hoped the website would be launched later this year to promote the town to visitors.

The committee has also been liaising with railway owners Genesee and Wyoming with the aim of improving pedestrian pathways across the railway line and planting screening trees in the railyard area west of War Memorial Drive.

These projects are still in the discussion phase but according to Terry Williams are “progessing well – things WILL happen.”

And Balaklava’s town streets could soon be decorated with promotional banners, if grant funding is successful (see report, next page).

The Area Committee also acts as a contact point for council and community organisations: it forwards information to other parties and informs clubs of opportunities that may

be available. In addition, the committee is encouraging all local clubs and associations to form their own strategic plans outlining priorities and directions, helping establish the priorities for the township as a whole. o Committee members are: chair Terry Williams; secretary and media, Margaret Manuel; treasurer David Newsome; town beautification Shirley Welke; emergency services Jeanette Aldenhoven; aged care Graham Ackland; skate park Peter Rohrlach; health and religion, Peter McPharlin; education Dale Gathercole; health and education Barb Rodgers; service clubs Kevin Bubner; neighbourhood shed, museum, Jeff Hennig; neighbourhood shed Ruth Arikawe; arts Jenny Rowland; garden club and town beautification Joy Maxwell; sporting clubs Fran Henderson.

Ian Langdon; youth Lisa Redpath; youth Clare Haynes; and councillors Avon Hudson, Kelly Bickle and Maurice Tiller.

i

Leadership

Your voice in the community fostering a vibrant, strong and health community

Balaklava Area Committee inc

Does your club, organisation or community group need help with…

• Obtaining funding through grants • Lobbying Wakefield Regional Council with concerns or issues • Advice or guidance on future plans or objectives Talk to a committee member today

Balaklava Area Committee

D www.plainsproducer.com.au

Plains Producer, Wednesday June 24, 2009

BALAKLAVA

SPECIAL FEATURE

Star of the North

Supported by Balaklava Area Committee

It started with a festival B

Follow Balaklava – ‘Star of the North’ with Terry Williams

2005 Revitalised: Balaklava parklands

Former community development officer Janine Hinton admires the growing Balaklava Parklands.

i

Growth

ack in March 2005, when I arrived in Balaklava, the town appeared to be on the brink of something. But what?

Balco, the locally-grown hay giant, was beginning to grow further at Bowmans, and Primo another big local employer, was ticking over nicely just to the north.

So much so we carried a report in our July 24, 2005 issue, which declared Primo Smallgoods near Port Wakefield was looking for another 150 staff. As one returning to live in Balaklava after a significant break, this was good news, as the burgeoning optimisim was clearly evident.

Certainly, the old town still could do with a dust off in some parts, but there was the “vibe.� It started in February and continued into March with the announcement of the Adelaide Plains Cup festival – and Adelaide Plains Marketing, which was to trumpet the positives of the plains.

The Cup festival weekends continue – a sign of everlasting success – with a Sunday race day at Balaklava Racing Club, THE place to be each September for its iconic Cup meeting. But back in March 2005, we were also getting excited about more poultry farms .... and in Balaklava a revitalisation of the parklands adjacent to the bowling club, caravan park and swimming pool.

That development, announced in June 05, now is complete, with community involvement through Wakefield Regional Council, residents and students from nearby schools, who created artwork, planted trees and helped build sporting areas.

And now, today – four years later – we can also see the wonderful Community Shed finally being created after years of hard slog by a committed group who just would not give up on its creation.

It was only a dream in 2005. Now that such a facility is (almost) here, does it really matter how long it took? Read our separate report on the Community Shed.

In September 2005 Balco announced its

Excitement: Adelaide Plains Cup festival

8FEOFTEBZ .BSDI XXX QMBJOTQSPEVDFS DPN BV QSPEVDFS!SCF OFU BV QIPOF GBY

"EFMBJEF 1MBJOT $VQ 'FTUJWBM XFFLFOE

'SPN B HSFBU SFHJPOBM JEFB UP UIF TUBSU PG TPNFUIJOH CJH

&WFSZPOF IBE B SFBMMZ HPPE UJNF

The Adelaide Plains was bursting with pride last weekend, when more than 4,000 people rallied behind the region’s inaugural Adelaide Plains Cup Festival.

Showcasing the district’s best kept secrets, the festival weekend included a taste of local produce, a sample of art, craft, seafood, poetry, golf and shooting. The three-day

event climaxed on Sunday with 3,000 punters enjoying a day at the races.

Yorke Regional Development Board economic development officer, Simon Millcock, said hosting a regional event was an almighty challenge, but the Cup Festival was well received. “The whole three days just

showed this region can do things as good as any other,� he said. “The festival was aimed at getting communities to work collectively. “And for them to realise that each community has the opportunity to benefit from what is happening in their neighbouring town or district.�

He said the regional event, was

an important marketing tool for the district and YRDB was already putting together a funding application for a second festival in 2006.

The festival also marked the launch of the long-awaited Adelaide Plains marketing plan, as â– Â More photos and complete wrap-up, pages 12 & 13.

your local toyota dealer will work harder than anyone else to satisfy your needs From

19,490

$

Toyota Hilux Diesel 4 x4 Cab Chassis

From

From

27,500 $41,990

$

Free Air

Toyota Corolla Sedan/Hatch

Free Air

Primary Producer

CLARE VALLEY TOYOTA 380 Main North Rd, CLARE CVT Front 090205

Primary Producer

Toyota Landcruiser Diesel Cab Chassis

Ph 8842 2566 & We’ll come to you A/hrs 8842 1789

Unless drive away price, sales price does not include $595 dealer delivery and statutory on road costs

Futurer Tech ad 090305

expansion into Victoria and Western Australia. With Gilmac, south of Balaklava, the two have become Australia’s major exporters of quality hay to Asian countries.

There since has been a necessary downsizing in Victoria, but the company

remained on track for more growth, soon to come at Bowmans. Also in September four new community Housing units opened in Virgo Terrace and in December, Balco, the Balakalava Cup and Adelaide Plains Marketing would win SA Great regional awards.

Winners: SA Great regional award winners:

Balco Balaklava Cup Adelaide Plains Marketing 2005 SA Great winners represented by Simon Millcock, Adelaide Plains Marketing, Rebeka Nyland, Balaklava Racing Club and Geoff Spence and Lorna John, Balco Australia.

Thinking Global • Working Local

www.balco.com.au

Established in 1990, Balco Australia has grown to become one of the largest hay exporting companies in the country.

Now one of the biggest employers in the district, Balco continues to support the local community in the area of arts, sport and the local economy

Plains Producer, Wednesday June 24, 2009

www.plainsproducer.com.au

BALAKLAVA

SPECIAL FEATURE

Star of the North

Supported by Balaklava Area Committee

E

Economy rides with ‘Intermodal’ Industrial link: Bowmans Intermodal

A

By Lauren Parker

MASTER plan outlining future directions for the continued development of industrial land at Bowmans is now with Wakefield Regional Council.

The Bowmans Industrial Zone Masterplan identifies opportunities for growth and development at ‘Adelaide’s northern railhead’, taking into account altered potential if water supply is increased, gas lines established or an additional railway siding in place.

The plan, compiled by consultants QED in consultation with current industry, Wakefield Regional Council and its Economic Development committee, covers an area of 315 hectares within the Bowmans industrial zone.

The plan was established after Bowmans was identified in several key plans as being a key part of development and growth across the wider region.

With the intermodal site providing cost effective movement of goods, it also reduces greenhouse gas emissions by using about one-third of the fuel of road transport.

“The creation of industry clusters around intermodal sites provides further economic and cost benefits due to potential economies of scale and supporting service provision,” the plan said.

Located on the Adelaide to Darwin railway line, Bowmans industrial zone is in a prime position to take advantage of rail access and road transport transfer service and facilities.

The master plan provides opportunities to increase business and service provision; develop a multi-function industry precinct; and identify effective and efficient transport opportunities to meet the needs of the proposed activities and to improve economic performance for the area; and maximise social and economic benefits.

Three scenarios have been prepared - one based on the current infrastructure; one with access to an additional water supply; and one with increased rail head and siding opportunities. Opportunities for development were increased with the additional infrastructure in place. As part of the document, Adelaide consultants QED said the lack of water supply would restrict growth of certain types of industries.

It was also suggested any residential development in and near Bowmans should be actively discouraged because of potential industrial/residential land use conflicts.

Currently, the industrial zone has three primary uses – the first being ABB bulk grain handling site; the second Balco with its hay processing plant, grain storage facility

Mining could bring growth

Darren McDonald with a Patrick Portlink engine. The Bowmans industrial zone (above) is in a prime position to take advantage of rail access and road transport transfer services

E

and container operation in conjunction with Patrick Portlink; and the third being primary production.

ABB expects only modest expansion over the next five years, with any future additional grain storage facilities likely to be bunkers.

Balco, which has access to a 1.5km rail spur off the adjacent Adelaide to Darwin line, has medium to long term expansion plans and also has a keen interest in expanding an industrial subdivision to land within the relevant zone but outside the township.

One issue identified was the turnoff at Port Wakefield to Bowmans.

“The current T-junction arrangement at the turnoff to Bowmans and Balaklava is poorly placed at a horizontal curve of Highway One as it enters town,” consultants said.

“This junction is potentially dangerous and inadequate for the anticipated movement of large road freight.”

The plan said Bowmans was well placed to service mining and agricultural sectors in the Mid North, Yorke Peninsula and Adelaide Plains region, so much of the road movement to Bowmans would be through Port Wakefield.

It is believed the future Port Wakefield bypass road will benefit the increased movement and size of road transport, and a realigned Balaklava road junction at Port Wakefield will also be of huge benefit.

It was also found that any significant increase in demand for mains water would lead to supply issues. SA Water has investigated new water main infrastructure from a new source point in Upper Wakefield, and if this goes ahead, it is likely to escalate growth potential at Bowmans.

Another challenge identified was the lack of employees, especially for seasonal work, and limited accommodation.

The lack of public profile for the industrial site was also a concern, with a marketing strategy needed to increase awareness and attract industry.

Potential target markets were identified as: grain exports; bulk inward agricultural commodities such as fertiliser; agricultural processing such as canola oil; down stream manufacturing (eg. feed pellets); mining; biofuels; and rail related services and activities.

Stormwater harvesting was identified as a key component of expansion given the limitations of mains water supply.

If significant expansion occurred, consultants recommended a detention or retention type wetland for run-off, with water to be cleaned and reused.

Costs of the three scenarios (each depending on future infrastructure provisions) ranged from $1.9 million to more than $5 million, with several potential state and federal funding partners identified.

ach year, about 5300 hay trucks deliver hay to Balco at Bowmans, along with 5000 grain trucks and 3300 container trucks.

However, it is estimated this would be significantly higher if the poor intersection at Port Wakefield didn’t act as a deterrent for grain traffic from north and west of Bowmans, which often continues on to Port Adelaide. Balco provided information to consultants indicating many products from mining centres of SA could also be value added at Bowmans, and growth potential would exceed an increase of 1000 trucks each year.

For each truck that goes to Bowmans rather than Adelaide, road movements are reduced by 220 kilometres.

ABB Grain’s Bowmans site is used by about 10,500 trucks each year, with potentially 2000 trucks lost some years because of the inadequate Port Wakefield intersection.

i

Industry

Balaklava Mill Court Homes Phone: 8862 1576

There is currently one independent living unit available

• High quality residential aged care • Ageing in place • 15 independent living units Balaklava Mill Court Homes is a not - for - profit organisation, subsided by Commonwealth Government

F www.plainsproducer.com.au

Plains Producer, Wednesday June 24, 2009

Balaklava

Balaklava South Australia from the air taken Sunday June 21, 2.30pm by Plains Producer staff photographer, Lisa Redpath.

GRAB A BARGAIN!

3L

LAND & HOMESTED HOMES PACKAGES

DEVELOPER IS OFFERING

10% OFF

LD LOT 73 BORONIA CIRCUIT SO

LOT 106 HONEYSUCKLE DRIVE

LD

SO

b a l a k l ava

THE LISTED PRICE OF THESE LAST 3 ALLOTMENTS* • Lot 106 Honeysuckle Drive Was $84,950 Now $76,455* • Lot 149 Boronia Circuit Was $63,950 Now $57,555* • Lot 73 Boronia Circuit Was $63,950 Now $57,555* *On The Following Conditions: (A) Land Contract Is Signed Before June 30, (B) Land Settlement Is Completed By August 30

LD

HOuSE & LAnD

SO

FISHER STREET

LD

SO

HOuSE & LAnD

HOuSE & LAnD

Only $217,555

D

L SO • 596 m2 • 3 bedroom LD

HO

LOT 149 BORONIA CIRCUIT D OL LD

SO

• 525 m2 • 3 bedroom

LD

SO

SO

LD

SO

HOuSE & LAnD

LD

SO

S

LD

D OL

S

Only $212,555

Only $256,455

• 937 m2 • 4 bedroom

HOuSE & LAnD

FIRST HOME BUYERS $25,000.00 GOV’T GRANT ON HOUSE & LAND

HOuSE & LAnD

LD

SO

Enquire at land agent for house plans applicable to above prices.

LD

SO

LD

SO

LD

SO

LD

SO

Ph: 8862 2172 - Balaklava D OL LD

SO

S

LD

Ph: 8842 1154 - Clare

SE

OLNL FSA RE LYIN SMT A IN G ! IN

OT

G

Plains Producer, Wednesday June 24, 2009

www.plainsproducer.com.au

CLARE

AUBURN

BALAKLAVA PT WAKEFIELD

GAWLER

ADELAIDE

G

H www.plainsproducer.com.au

Plains Producer, Wednesday June 24, 2009

BALAKLAVA

SPECIAL FEATURE

Star of the North

Supported by Balaklava Area Committee

Door opens to a new beginning With the start of 2006 came the announcement of Homestead’s Wattle Ridge housing estate and Balco, in the news again, would see its managing director Malcolm May appointed as leader of SA’s new Export Council.

Then on April 30, 2006, after making a commitment back in 2004, Life Care opened its $5 million Hayfield Plains retirement estate.

Work had progessed throughout 2005 and the opening was welcomed by those upbeat residents

2006

who could see what it meant for Balaklava’s growth.

Lois and Ken Harkness were the first residents – and visionary Balaklava Church of Christ pastor, Grant Spangenberg, the man who dared to dream, planted a commemorative rose.

Also in April we welcomed Primo’s Chinese workers to our community and in May display homes were opening in Wattle Ridge.

Later that month a $4 million expansion at

Balco’s Bowmans site was announced as part of the then Federal government’s Auslink program, which tipped in $2 million.

It was a big boost to confidence for the region.

In November, Wakefield Regional Council held its elections, with a new face arriving – that of Central ward councillor, Kelly Bickle, bringing with her a refreshing, youthful enthusiasm to the chamber.

Flying the flag to promote Balaklava 8FEOFTEBZ /PWFNCFS

XXX QMBJOTQSPEVDFS DPN BV Q

SPEVDFS!SCF OFU BV QIPOF

‘Each way’ vote as ne w faces join the old gu ard

GBY

'3&&

'6&-

(*7&"8": WEEK 6 $100 WINNER: JOHN GILBERT

WILD HORSE PLAINS

8*/ " '6&- 706$)&3 &"$) 8&&,

:06 45": */ 5)& %3"8 45*--

50 (0

Your say on councils BALAKLAVA’s Central Ward re-elected councillors

Wakefield Regional Council mayor James Maitland was re-elected with 72 the vote when local government per cent of election votes were counted last Saturday.

Mayor Maitland received 1789 pared to Lyn Beaumont-Clark’s votes comtally Four councillors have been electedof 689. to the role for the first time, taking on a four year term.

Balaklava identity Kelly Bickle youthful perspective to council, brings a seat in Central ward, where Avon winning a Maurice Tiller were re-elected. Hudson and Previous councillor Roger McQuire candidate Jeff Hennig were unsuccessful.and In Southern Ward, Don Dale was and Rodney Reid will sit on council re-elected for the first time. Candidate Jo Lilith was not elected.

David Lamond and new councillor John

Avon Hudson (left) and Maurice

Tiller at the Civic Centre with

incoming councillor, Kelly Bickle.

Wood were elected unopposed to the Eastern Anne Keen were elected. Norman Trestrail Ward. was unsuccessful.

In Northern Ward, Darryl Ottens returns Marcus Strudwicke and Yvonne while Ted Beare fills a position Howard on council were elected in Mallala for the first time.

Ward.

Unsuccessful candidates Dave Both were elected unopposed.

Parsons and and Barry Nottle were returned Scott Kelly Carolyn Cordon. to Western Joe Daniele, Tony Flaherty Ward unopposed. and Steve Kennedy were elected to In District Council of Mallala, 11 council- voters choosing the threeTwo Wells Ward, with lors were elected from 18 candidates. successful councillors over candidates Shane In Dublin Ward, Steve Jones and Terry- Picard and Dean Godfrey. Heley, Michael

n ALL THE VOTING DETA Order Now for Christmas Deliveries CRF80F

Legendary for its built-in toughness and exciting performance, the CRF80F is a favourite among young riders who are ready to step up to a manual shift machine with big bike features

0419 828 802

Adelaide Main North Road WSB Dist.

Victoria Rd

W.S.B. DISTRIBUTORS

198 Main North Road, CLARE 8842 2177 Phil Stanway

&/5&3 1BHF

In Lewiston Ward, Tom Summerton, Rudi Fabrici, Anne Picard and Duncan Kennington were elected. Melissa Lloyd was unsuccessful.

A total of 2,015 formal votes ceived in Mallala elections, and were rein Wakefield Regional Council,4,114 votes including mayoral votes.

District Council of Mallala councillors will later vote to elect a chairman.

Former chairman Margaret Gameau retired at this election.

In the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council election, Patricia Jacka lost the battle mayor’s position to Allan Aughey for the by 661 votes.

Light Regional Council residents elected Robert Hornsey as mayor, who defeated candidates Len Reddie and Rob Kerin.

ILS AND COMMENT – PAGE S2&3 Faster, Simpler, Everywhere you need it!

TELSTRA NEXT G PHONE

SAmSuNG NEXT G PHONE

•Mobile Broadband access - reaching more than 98% of Australians •Improved depth of coverage includes extending coverage on highways and in buildings • Faster data speeds - Next G network will be 3 -5x faster than original 3GSM network and up to 50x faster than a standard dial up internet connection (handset dependant)

Samsung A501 $0 on $30 and Telstra 850 ZTE $0 on $20, Telstra Mobile Phone plan, the cost of montths. Minimum cost over 24 the phone is included in the monthly months is: Samsung A501 $720 fee over 24 and Telstra ZTE 850 $480. Early Termination charges apply. No trade sales

BALA KLAVA ELECTRONICS Phone 8862 1552 or 8862 2211

KELLY Bickle joins Wakefield Regional Council as an elected member in November 2006.

Promotion

as the Balaklava Cup, Adelaide Plains Cup Festival, Balco Art Prize, and Balaklava Eisteddfod to name just a few.

And in the periods where there were no upcoming events to be advertised, the brackets would likely hold banners promoting the town itself, as ‘Balaklava, a great place to B’.

It hasn’t yet been determined where the initial banners will be hung, but may include the town

entrances to reach passing traffic.

The town centre itself would likely be decorated in the second stage of the project, as separate poles would need to be installed for the banners.

If the funding application to ABB’s community grants fund is successful, the first stage of the project could be progressed and banners hung from ETSA stobie poles, but in the town centre itself this isn’t possible because

of other fixtures on the poles.

If all goes well, it is hoped banners will be in place by December, allowing for Christmas decorations to add to the festive theme. The proposal has already met with support from the Balaklava Eisteddfod Committee, who each year hang a flag at the town hall to promote the event.

The committee has indicated it would use banners through the town to help with its promotion. o Advertising Feature

Life Care’s commitment L

ife Care’s Hayfield Plains retirement village in Balaklava was built in response to the changing needs of the ageing population in the region.

In close collaboration with the Wakefield Regional Council, Life Care planned the development off Diekman Terrace to provide affordable, quality retirement living options.

Thirty-three architecturally designed two and three bedroom homes with landscaped gardens, wide streetscapes and a central community centre were created.

It was the first major investment outside Adelaide for Life Care, which has been at the forefront of aged care services in South Australia since 1950 through the provision of residential care, retirement housing, community and therapy services, and specialist respite care.

Only a few of the homes at Hayfield Plains remain on the market, and it has become an active, flourishing and picturesque residential asset for Balaklava and the surrounding district.

The community centre is in regular use

by Hayfield Plains residents and many others in Balaklava. It is an ideal venue for a wide range of activities including health advice, craftwork, artistic expression, singing and family celebrations.

Recently, the community centre hosted a special seminar with guest speakers covering topics including: • humour, happiness and health; RLA 150881

i

JUNE 2009: Balaklava’s streets may soon be decorated with banners promoting upcoming events and the town itself. Balaklava Area Committee is applying for grant funding to install brackets and banners on stobie poles around the town in the first stage of a beautification project.

If the funding application is successful, vertical banners could be used to promote events such

Now you’ve made the decision to sell your home, make your next phone call to your local real estate agent.

Peter & Tania have been servicing the Balaklava area for over 10 years and will take all the worry and stress from listing to the sale of your property 22 George Street • Balaklava 5461 • Phone 8862 2172 • Fax 8862 1280 www.realestate.com.au/agents/butterfield

HOMES and gardens at Hayfield Plains are now well established. • active ageing; and • the Doctors Safety Line Lyn Polley, Life Care’s business development executive, said the quality of homes, streetscaping and social interaction at Hayfield Plains had provided a successful model for the organisation to look to developing similar retirement village concepts in other regional areas of South Australia. “From the outset, Life Care worked closely with the Wakefield Regional Council and the community to develop a retirement village that would appeal to residents and attract people to Balaklava,â€? she said. “Our commitment has always been on building lasting links with the mid-north community and being part of the social fabric of the region.â€?

In 2007, Life Care was presented with an Emu Award in the community category for

developing Hayfield Plains. The Emu Awards recognise people and organisations making a positive difference to the region by venturing beyond comfort zones.

In the past two years, Life Care has also been a major sponsor of the Emu Awards to encourage others to strive for excellence in projects that will benefit the community.

Life Care also sponsors local sporting groups, including the Balaklava Golf Club and the Balaklava Bowling Club, to promote healthy and active ageing. • Diann Aartsen, sales consultant for Hayfield Plains is on site Wednesdays and Fridays for open inspections. Contact Diann on 0400 250 004.

We’ve been carrying Balaklava and South Australia for 30 years Specialising in: • Interstate & Intrastate transport • Bulk general freight • Grain & Super cartage 20 Railway Tce Balaklava Phone 8862 2066 Prop: Terry Corcoran

Plains Producer, Wednesday June 24, 2009

www.plainsproducer.com.au

BALAKLAVA

I

SPECIAL FEATURE

Supported by Balaklava Area Committee Star of the North 8FEOFTEBZ 'FCSVBSZ XXX QMBJOTQSPEVDFS DPN BV QSPEVDFS!SCF OFU BV QIPOF GBY

2007

Double booked!

B Balaklava’s 20/20 vision

y 2007 Balaklava was in the early Adelaide Plains Cup festival and its “castles facility. Now, two years on, it is back to full stages of creating its “Master Plan� of the Plains� slide show on the ABB silos. capacity. A testament to the dedication and for the town, with an announcement The Plains Producer reported a “sales supprot of Primo’s owners and workers. in late January, followed by a public forum to rush� in local housing but in April we were Then in September, the first hint of what Balaklavaonly Football Club ago last hosted “joinAthe dots�mix forupa has 20/20 vision to take another hit, whenvowed Balaklava has a week – the a the clashRacing would be resolved at acome meet- to fruition scheduling resulted in twoin of February. ■By KAy cALdER grand of finalplanning in 2004. Mr Wright said thenew club ing on Monday February 12. this region’s most popular events being doubleareas of This has been one of the slower Club was to become embroiled in a sugannouncement for up to 80 had invested $20,000 in a new lawnmower to He believes the only two options open to booked at Balaklava on September 22. cide with northern shows circuit and to change achievement within Balaklava but it is hoped gested merger with Gawler, after a stinging homes for “low income� earners. maintain the oval in top condition solely on APFL were to either bring the season forward The problem has come to light after it was it would be disastrous.� the basis of With hostingthe the event. week or shift controlthe venue.

Adelaide Plains Football League therevealed Balaklava Area Committee will stimulate into SA sport’s Will it happen.? commitment Mr Shepherdreport was unaware of theracing calamityby athe “We’ve gone out on a limb as other users “Personally, I lean towards moving the (APFL) had programmed its 2007 grand until last week when he received a casual phone more action as we move towards 2010. ling body, Throughbred Racing SA. and support of builders and the property venue to avoid clashing with AFL and SANFL such as the show society and cricket club final at Balaklava oval on the same day as call querying this year’s show date.

But disaster The club weathered managers, are Lutheran Community Housing,Mrit not financial and cannot contribute,� grandstorm finals. and today Balaklava Show. was to rock the community He is yet to be contacted

by Adelaide Plains that WrightWe said.made the announcement Mr Busch said North Eastern League clubsit will.

Community bodies that stand to be affected blaze Football officials. to run its successful late in February, with a $15 million at Leaguecontinues meetings. appears While acknowledging, footballers were the would also hold their grand final on September are outraged by the possible repercussions. “It would be impossible for us to change Primo’s PortShow Wakefield abattoirs.

Likewise Primo, knocked for six by the confirming the project only a week ago.

Balaklava president, Philip Shepherd, the show date and we will be digging in our 22, but were unconcerned the event coincided biggest users of the oval, he said the bulk of burden maintain by the facility ultimately with Balaklava Show. said thetook show the had traditionally This wind out always of ourbeen sails heels. in a fire, in August 2007 announced its commitDetails can betogained emailing Lu- fell to Balaklava football, netball and tennis clubs, Balaklava Football Club president, Mark heldstart on thetofourth Saturday in September. “I just hope locals will support us million and realise rebuild dark the new year. ment to a $28 of the abattoir, theran Community Housing at wattle.ridge@ and revenue raised from a final would go a long “It’s been that way since the year dot,� Mr the impact it would have on the town,� said Wright, is angered over the double booking But wesaid. were buoyed by the return of processing or phone 8332 4899.upgraded. to keeping the facility and meat says the club was relying onlchsu.com the grand way Shepherd Mr the Shepherd. making it a state-of-the-art

Balaklava’s oval dilemma as APFL footy final clashes with show

“Balaklava Show date is locked in to coin-

March 7 2007

Night to remember ‘Castles‘ star

July 7 2007

Our hospital warning: The year before!

Meanwhile, APFL president, Brad Busch,

final as a major revenue raiser.

Joining the dots

Balaklava is one step closer to a sustainable plan for the future after community members gathered on Sunday to help develop a vision for the town.

The public meeting was the first stage of the development of a plan for the town, Balaklava 20/20 Urban Design Framework and Masterplan.

QED principal urban designer Andrew Russell said he was very impressed with the response of the community. “There seems to be a common view with a lot of key issues and opportunities,� he said. “There is a level of concurrence across the community which needs to be looked at.�

Those attending the meeting were asked to highlight the values, issues, and opportunities they felt were a priority of the community.

Issues rated at higher importance were the unsightly

Our first steps in planning new look Balaklava

planning consultants (from left) Valli Morphett, Chris Calcraft and andrew Russell with the “dot point� issues.

BElOW: Focus group with (from left) liz Wilds, Jeff Hennig, norma Schopp and Shirley Welke.

â– By LAUREN PARKER and under-utilised railway corridor dividing the town; lack of community facilities including crisis care and community housing; services not open on weekends; toilet facilities; and greening the township.

Values of importance were the town triangle, including the shops and character; regional centre for health; cultural environment including the art prize and Balaklava Eisteddfod;

and the Wakefield River and Rocks Reserve.

The community saw opportunities in creating a vision for Balaklava; gateway treatments into town; development of the railway line; encourag-

Growth in education

ing industry and growth; and disabled car parking.

Andrew Russell, who led the workshop, said these would be considered when the plan was developed. â– Continued Page 3

99

$

n In December, 2007 discussions had started with a view to creating a “super school� at Balaklava, integrating Digital TV - Set Top Boxes child care, kindergarten, primary and high schools onto a common campus.

Standard definition proposal would •The Model No. JT3300D •Onlyoffer $99 a one-stop child care andtuner educational • Long range for fringe areafacility for children from birth to year 12, providing HigH definition a smoother for$249 children as they • Model No.transition JT8000 • From progress through their education.

Discussions on the concept continue in 2009. Decided soon, it aims to offer children more curriculum opportunities Phone 8862 1552 or 8862 and equip them with more practical training to address skilled work shortages.

i

Drive Away

W.S.B. DISTRIBUTORS 198 Main North Road, CLARE 8842 2177 Phil Stanway 0419 828 802

Then and now

September 27 2007

Home rental scheme: We told you in 2007

Demo Sale

FOCUS • TDCI • New Model • Turbo Diesel • Auto • Reg No. XTC 045

16,990

$

Drive Away

Fiesta • CL 5 door hatch • Economical 1.6 Litre • 5 speed manual XTC 044

McCracken Ford

LMV 48217

Adelaide Main North Road WSB Dist.

Victoria Rd

28,990

The AG200E has been Downunder’s best-selling AG bike for more years than you can poke a stick at, for one simple reason...

it’s got the balance that works!

August 1 2007

Good news for all!

Primo back on track

February 7 2007

Your chance to plan Balaklava AG200E Perfect for the job

BALAKLAVA ELECTRONICS 2211

$

â– Continued Page 2

Ring Ray McCracken 8862 1477 A/H 8862 1212

2008 Dealer of the year

J www.plainsproducer.com.au

Plains Producer, Wednesday June 24, 2009

BALAKLAVA

SPECIAL FEATURE

Star of the North

Supported by Balaklava Area Committee

Becoming the ‘hub’ of region A

2008

GOLF CLUB: Dares to dream

8FEOFTEBZ .BZ XXX QMBJOTQSPEVDFS DPN BV QSPEVDFS!SCF OFU BV QIPOF GBY

Balaklava golf club development plan Private company expected to back multi-million dollar upgrade THE PROPOSAL:

ship n Club retains owner of the course and clubhouse. ed n Clubhouse upgrad and remodelled. including n House blocks, two storey town house ion. rental accommodat with n ‘Wellness’ centre ... day spa. Plus more

nd so to last year – 2008 – in this recap of major events. We have covered just the top echelon of events – and concentrated mainly on Balaklava – but it is obvious where we are headed.

February 2008 saw Mill Court aged care facility announce a proposed expansion into the area of land now used as a car park to the west. In March the first hint of a push for an airport in the region came from the Wakefield Group of councils. The proposal is gathering pace today.

In May it was Balaklava Golf Club’s turn to steal the front page, with an announcement of a housing project for the course.

Developer Andrew Chapman would enlighten us further later that year, in December, with plans for 190 housing allotments

Michael, said the club had formed a task force “to examine its current membership numbers and lower than desired income streams.�

The draft plans, which would possibly be completed in stages and required the purchase of a parcel of adjoining land, include: • Two storey townhouse style rental accommodation and other housing. • an upgrade of the existing clubhouse which would be remodelled to include restaurant-style facilities. • a wellness centre, which could include a day spa, massage facilities and more, acting as an attraction for women or non-golfers. • a bike track around the course to link to the

Balaklava township would follow the old rail corridor from Halbury. Water retention ponds would also be created around the course to help supplement water supply.

Club president, Scott Michael, said the committee could not see membership fees rising exorbitantly. There were a number of reasons favouring the development. “although falling membership numbers have been arrested, we still need to cement our facility as a fixture in the Lower North,�Mr Michael said. “We currently have an ageing workforce tending the course on a volunteer basis which is not sustainable.

“We would like to return to paid greens staff – but do not currently have the income to afford it.�

Mr Michael said the club had always been progressive.

In 1967 members voted to move to its current location from what is now Moody Estate in Balaklava, with the course officially opened in 1969. “The club progressed to irrigated fairways in 1970-73, with the current clubhouse built in 1982/83,� Mr Michael said. “The club took a huge leap installing greens which opened in 1995, making the course one of the better regional courses in the state.�

Neighbourhood shed: Community project

Mallala Council will move to Two Wells Mallala council will relocate its office accommodation and depot to Two Wells after a close six-five vote last week.

The decision to only consider Two Wells locations has divided District Council of Mallala councillors, with some believing

BALAKLAVA golf club –the proposal everything’s is undergoing Better government and Better‌ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ council appraisal. ✓ ✓

SuRPRiSE 6-5 dECiSiOn it could cost council hundreds of thousands of dollars more, and others adamant it will save money.

However, the implications will remain unclear until staff present a revised draft budget Monday evening. Following the meeting

Mahindra Tractors Superior Performance • 20hp-75hp range • Loaders available for all models • 3 Year/2000hr Engine and Power Train Warranty

i

last week, councillors against the decision voiced disappointment the community was not consulted, labelling it “irresponsible�, and raising concerns the chosen location may be part of a floodplain.

Councillors were initially asked to identify depot redevel-

PTY LTD

opment sites for a detailed cost benefit analysis, and were given a briefing on the preliminary cost estimations for six sites, including potential sites at Mallala, Dublin and Two Wells.

n Continued Page 2

Committee: Chairperson: Lower North Health men’s worker John Monten (8842 6555) and Kate Jenkins Secretary: Jeff Hennig (8862 1904) and Jutta Lorenz Treasurer: Helen Pinkatshek (8862 2034) and Sharon Munce Members: Ruth Arikawe, Bruce Moffat, Dick May, Dulcie Williams, Daph Butler, Graham Lawrie and John Warren.

We are here for you!

â?? New Car Selection â?? Service â?? Parts Selection â?? Used Car Range â?? People â?? Pricing Ring now and we’ll come to you

Mahindra not merely selling tractors ... winning customer delight

RAMSEY BROS

Saddleworth 8847 4211 or Brent Ramsey 0427 802 200

lied to fight for its beloved Soldier’s Memorial Hospital, with this newspaper leading the charge. People power won and the government was forced into an embarrassing back down over the ill-conceived Country Health Plan. Why didn’t they ask us first? In August, Syngas came to the area searching for lignite and proposing to make it into diesel.

An ambitious scheme, if it comes to fruition it will mean much for Balaklava as the hub of the north. Speaking of hubs, in November 08 Balaklava continued to be pushed by the Wakefield Group of councils as a “health hub� for the region. With a new group of doctors running Wakefield Plains Medical Clinic in Balaklava, the “hub� is seen as vital to medical services, further strengthening the town’s growth potential.

This is more than just a shed

BALAKLAVA Golf Club – the 1980s era club house will be upgraded to include restaurant style facilities.

Balaklava Golf Club is planning a multi-million dollar upgrade in a proposal to be majority funded by a private developer. a key component of the proposal was the fact the club would retain ownership of the course and clubhouse. an extraordinary general meeting of club members last Tuesday night voted to endorse the proposal put forward by the club’s management committee.

The committee is currently in planning stages with an adelaide property developer to radically change the landscape of the course.

Balaklava Golf Club president, Scott

and redevelopment of the clubhouse.

It is a non-complying development and so must go through State government Planning approval. We continue to await the outcome of the development application.

In June, Wakefield Regional Council announced plans for Balaklava’s million-dollar Community Waste Management Scheme, which would allow treated water to be piped to the race course, school ovals and some parks. Today – June 2009 – we are seeing the CWMS scheme take shape in Balaklava.

It will mean a great deal to the greening of the town. Read more elsewhere within this feature. A downside to 2008 was the State government’s unpopular Country Health plan, which threatened our hospitals.

True to form, Balaklava’s community ral-

CLARE VALLEY TOYOTA 380 Main North Road CLARE Phone 8842 2566

Development

Now Offering‌

Grain Fumigation Service • Marketing • Grain Storage

Contact Michael Reljich: 0419 645 027

B

community shed volunteers (from left) Ruth Arikawe, Dick May, Sharon Munce, Helen Pinkatshek, John Seal and Bruce Moffat celebrate as the project comes to fruition.

alaklava’s neighbourhood shed is a true community project. The shed will be a self-supporting enterprise and promoted as somewhere members of the community can gather to work on community projects, or foster friendships.

After being talked about for many years, a dedicated committee has negotiated with local Council and other stakeholders to see the project to fruition.

As the overseeing body, Lower North Health entered an agreement with the Balaklava Area Committee which saw the ongoing planning and defining the structure and governance arrangements.

For months, although there was no progress on the site, the fundamentals were being put in place.

At the time, Wakefield Regional Council’s chief executive officer Phil Barry said it was important to get the structure right to protect the volunteer support base. “We were keen to get the structure right, so the volunteers involved are not exposed,� he said.

Three successful grant applications were used to purchase the shed, electrical wiring and to purchase a few tools.

There are still many items the committee need to get together, and they are seeking donations of items such as: • wood (for benches, seats and toys); • screws, nails, glue, putty and sandpaper;

• raffle prizes; • paint and varnish; • donations of money; • tool sets (commercial quality); • safety equipment (fire extinguisher, safety blanket, goggles and earmuffs); • gardening equipment; • kitchen utensils such as tea towels and mugs; and overhead ceiling fans.

This list is not exhaustive and anything which could be used to offer a service to the community would be appreciated.

(All tools and safety equipment must confirm to OHS standards). “Cash donations would also be appreciated and enable the committee to buy additional items,� said committee member Ruth Arikawe.

Completion of the shed, located next to the old squash courts, is just weeks away, and the committee is keen for the community to go and see what it’s all about and to suggest ideas for projects which would benefit the community.

Whilst there are some thoughts on how the shed will be used, the organising committee is keen to hear from the community about how it could be used.

Meetings are held on the fourth Tuesday of the month from 10am to 12 noon, and barbecues follow the May, August and November meetings. “New members are always welcome to attend,� Ruth said.

Your award winning

B an k S A

Co

tr y

er

20

08

B est un

a Ne wsp

p

EDITOR

REPORTER

REPORTER

Photographer

Terry Williams

Lauren Parker

Karen Petney

Lisa Redpath

editor@plainsproducer.com.au

lauren@plainsproducer.com.au

karen@plainsproducer.com.au

lisa@plainsproducer.com.au

Send your news, letters, views, sport, adverts – and we will share them with more than 7,000 readers each week

Plains Producer, Wednesday June 24, 2009

www.plainsproducer.com.au

BALAKLAVA

SPECIAL FEATURE

Star of the North

Supported by Balaklava Area Committee

2009 DETERMINATION: Showing us how

SHAMUS Liptrot addresses the crowd in Balaklava at the Australia Day celebrations, with his father Malcolm and mother Patricia by his side.

Wakefield Regional Council CEO, Phil Barry, holds the microphone.

The drive continues today E

ARLIER this year, on Australia Day, Shamus Liptrot stole the show in Balaklava’s Triangle with a passionate “thankyou” speech.

The recovering Halbury cyclist stunned the crowd as he climbed from his wheelchair to personally thank them for helping him through a tough period after a cycling accident in Tasmania about 18 months ago.

Wakefield Regional Council lent its support to Owen’s Joy Woodroofe with her “Adopt-a-Town” idea, aimed at helping Victorian bushfire victims. Balaklava people got right behind Joy, an “ex-pat” Balaklava-ite and today we can see the results of her efforts. In March, it was more good news for Balaklava – and us! The Plains Producer was named best country newspaper with a circulation of less than 2,500. And then it was big news for Balaklava High School,

with the announcement in March it would lead a $2.6 million TAFE project. Horizon Christian School was another winner, gaining $2 million in Federal funding to build a multipurpose hall for a gymnasium and expanding its Reception to Year 12 physical education curriculum.

Meanwhile, talks continue this month on the planned merger of Balaklava’s public high and primary schools (and the Balaklava Community Children’s Centre).

In April, more big news from mineral explorer Syngas, with its announcement of a positive spin to pre-feasibility studies to convert brown coal (lignite) to diesel.

To be mined at Clinton and Beaufort, the proposed industry would be a massive boost to Balaklava, with about 380 jobs created within the local community.

Balaklava’s “CornerStone Cottages” were opened on Gwy Terrace in April.

A development backed by Churches of Christ Community Care, the cottages were supported by the State government, with $233,000 from its Affordable Housing Innovation Fund, adding to $120,000 from

Community support is always here

I

N BALAKLAVA, it is not only development that thrives. A strong community spirit exists, where locals are always ready to get behind a cause and support those in need, whether it be the victims of bushfires, the victim of an accident, or even their local sporting clubs.

When young Halbury cyclist Shamus Liptrot was injured in an horrific cycling accident, the community rallied in support, raising hundreds of dollars to help with his rehabilitation. The family was overwhelmed

PEOPLE: Caring for others

DULCIE Williams was awarded Balaklava Area Committee’s achievement.

K

by the support, and one year after the accident, when Shamus himself stood from his wheelchair on Australia Day and thanked the community for their support, it brought a tear to the eyes of many.

After the Victorian bushfires, communities across Australia rallied in support, and Balaklava was no exception. Guided by the vision of Owen’s Joy Woodroofe, hundreds of beanies, scarfs, gloves, rugs, and even leg warmers were donated across the Wakefield council area.

In Balaklava alone, the donations continued to flow on beanie day last Friday.

Those who were unable to knit donated goods they had bought, while others had the knitting needles clicking as they lovingly created much needed beanies and scarfs for the community of Callignee, Victoria.

Individuals volunteer to help out their neighbours, the elderly, or even to read this newspaper to elderly residents at the Mill Court aged care facility.

There are the quiet achievers who help in so many capacities but often go un-noticed, and the very busy community catering group, cooking up a storm each race day to raise funds for several community groups.

Then there are the businesses that strongly support the development of school students through the public speaking competition, the dedicated committee that each year organises the renowned Balaklava Eisteddfod, and the community arts group, which never fails to put on a popular show for the community to enjoy.

The competitive spirit is well and truly kicking within sporting clubs too, with hundreds lining the football oval and netball

DESIGNER

OWNER/MANAGER

David Newsome

James Manuel

Andrew Manuel

david@plainsproducer.com.au

james@plainsproducer.com.au

andrew@plainsproducer.com.au

The Plains Producer, 9 Howe Street Balaklava Phone: 8862 1977 Fax: 8862 1997

❉

courts each Saturday to cheer on their teams, while others keep a close eye on the hockey action, tennis, and summer sports.

The annual Balaklava Show is the culmination of the hard work of several volunteers, enjoyed by hundreds of showgoers.

Take a walk down the main street of Balaklava and the atmosphere is friendly.

People stop and say hello, have a chat, and those behind the counter or stacking the shelves in the local businesses are always eager to help.

news team Plains Producer ADVERTISING MANAGER

Balaklava Church of Christ and $36,000 from its Swap Shop. The church was one of the first community groups to join in partnership with the Affordable Housing Innovations Program to provide affordable housing to low and middle income families.

Today, we are looking at a similar but larger concept at Wattle Ridge.

This year Balaklava and other Wakefield Regional Council towns finally were presented with a recycling program, as council agreed to introduce fortnightly recycling collection – to start within a few days!

Which brings us almost up to date.

There is still plenty to come for the rest of 2009, with the renovation of Balaklava’s 100 year old Ralli Park grandstand just one of the challenges faced by the residents of Balaklava. There will be success – because that’s what people power targets.

And if you have taken the time to be enlightened by what has happened in Balaklava in just 52 months, you certainly will be awaiting the next 52 with some excitement.

As you have seen throughout this feature, the proof is in the past!

MORE NEWS MORE COLOUR and trusted with covering news and views on the Adelaide Plains and Lower North since 1903

Our spirit

• A Large fleet of clean comfortable buses & coaches • Video/DVD equipment available on request • Air conditioned • Computerized booking system • Excellent Rates • Cloth seats

Phone: 8285 6900 Web: www.busesrus.com.au

Brinkworth

Burra

CLARE Snowtown Blyth Lochiel

Watervale Auburn Halbury

BALAKLAVA

Port Wakefield

Owen

Saddleworth Riverton

Marrabel

Tarlee

Pinery

Kapunda

Hamley Bridge Dublin

Wasley Mallala

Two Wells

GAWLER

Virginia

ADELAIDE

L www.plainsproducer.com.au

1,499

$

The Plains Producer, Wednesday June 24, 2009

Toshiba • Intel Centrino Core 2 Duo T6400 • 320GB Hard Drive • Web Cam • Wireless • 4GB ram • 15.4” WXGA widescreen • Super Multi Layer CD/DVD Burner • Windows Vista Home Premium

Microsoft

Office Home and Student 2007 • Word 2007 • Excel 2007 • Powerpoint 2007 • OneNote 2007

999

$

182

$

Compaq • 2.2ghz Intel Celeron Pro 900 • 160 Gb Hard Drive • 2Gb Ram • Wireless • 15.6” HHD LCD Screen • Super Multi Layer CD/DVD Burner • Windows Vista Home Basic • 5 in 1 memory card reader

99

$

Sunbeam

Safe & Sound heated throw • Automatic temperature adjustment • Plush microfibre fabric • Fast heat up - 10 min

1,684

$

Dimplex

Electric Fire • 2kW heat output • Castors for portability • 2 heat settings (1000W/2000W) • Flame effect /log effect • Freestanding

22995

$

Panasonic

Viera 106cm (42”) Plasma Panel • 600 Hz sub field drive technology • Integrated digital HD tuner • New model • 5 year protector plan avaiable $299

25

$

Amicroe

USB 2.0 Flash Drive • 4 GB • Lifetime warranty • Windows & Mac compatible

198

$ Buffalo

Terms & Conditions apply

• 1 TB (1000 GB) External Hard Drive • Supports USB 2.0 / 1.1 •480 mbps data transfer • Auto power on • Auto Back-up

BALAKLAVA ELECTRONICS 28 George St , Balaklava - Ph 8862 1552 or 8862 2211

available