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Ella Jeffers, 4, and “Super Neeko” dressed up for the day.

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Lewiston’S Jackie Meldrum and her four-year-old Rottweiler, Mercedes, got into the spirit of the day.

Plenty of both for Halloween hounds

THIS was one event for dogs where there were a few tricks and certainly some treats! Adelaide Plains Kennel and Obedience Club (APKOC) held a fun Halloween-themed event last Saturday, October 29, when about 50 people and their four-legged friends turned out for the event. With many dressed in costumes (even a few pets put their hand up for best

dressed), the day included obedience demonstrations, the 11-legged race – where two people and their dogs took part in the traditional three-legged race – and a pirate-themed historical

re-enactment by The Blue Company. Even the food had a Halloween theme, with pastry jack-o-lanterns, honey-biscuit ghosts and green R.I.P gravestone cakes.

APKOC president, Dennis Bilney, said the inaugural event was a great day for all involved, and hoped the club would put on more community events in the future.

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Two Wells’ newest Red Cross “face” is eight-month-old Kaidy Pirri who is pictured here with great-grandmother Rene Launer. Youngest child of Candice and Matt Pirri, Kaidy will represent the group while raising funds over the next nine months. The family has already been holding weekly raffles at the local

bowls club and plans are underway for a white elephant sale. One person who certainly knows a thing or two about cake stalls and raffles, is little Kaidy’s great-grandmother, Rene Launer. Rene has been a member of Two Wells Red Cross for more than 40 years, with the sprightly 96-year-old saying the organisation is terrific.

“They do a marvelous job,” she said. “They work so hard and do so much.” During World War 2 Rene’s daughter, Betty, was also a Red Cross baby. If you get the chance, why not support gorgeous Kaidy and the Red Cross? n Little Gemma Farr raised $8,547 – See page 16.

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Chiarina Dunlop, Faye Dunstan and Charmaine Standley at the volunteer recognition night. RIGHT: Volunteer Sandra Foote receives a native seedling from DCM mayor Marcus Strudwicke.

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Volunteer thanks

About 40 local volunteers were recognised by the District Council of Mallala (DCM) for services to the community at a special celebration at Port Parham on Wednesday, October 19. DCM Community and Communications Officer Ann-Marie Arthur said the night was a celebration of those who volunteer, not only as committee members,

but also as environmental and museum volunteers. “It was such a pleasure to host a recognition event for our volunteers who are making such a difference in our community,” she said. “Volunteers play a pivotal part in local communities and offer a variety of skills.” DCM chief executive officer, Charles

Mansueto, said with 11 different council committees, volunteers were an integral part of council. “It was an excellent night and an acknowledgement of how important volunteers are to committees and council,” he said. In appreciation of their efforts mayor, Marcus Strudwicke, gave each volunteer a native seedling.

Council in rate system review

District Council of Mallala (DCM) is reviewing how rates are calculated, with a shake-up of the system set to deliver increases for some residents and reductions for others. DCM chief executive officer Charles Mansueto said council is looking to change the way land use is described in planning zones to include residential, industrial, commercial and primary production. “The district is changing,” he said. “We’re going from a purely farming area to more residential and commercial in certain aspects. “We’re moving to a much commonly used model across local government.” Council has had an initial workshop on the issue and hopes to release a draft rate policy before Christmas, with the hope it can be in use by the next financial year. “We’d cap the increases over a few years to minimise any inconvenience to the ratepayer,” Mr Mansueto said. “We’ll be trying to stage the implementation of it.”

Council’s next meeting will be held on November 28 from 7pm.

Councillors get iPads

DCM has taken its councilors into the ‘way-of-the-future’ with all representatives receiving an iPad last month. Mr Mansueto said the new tech-savvy tools were a great acquisition for council, and while there would most likely be a few teething problems, they had been well received, on the whole, by elected members. “The iPad is all I take to meetings now,” he said. “It will be easier for councillors to access emails and the intention is to move toward electronic agendas. “It will also save costs in couriers, printing and will be a great time-saver in many ways, making administration much easier.” Deputy mayor, Mark Wasley, said the iPads were a great tool for councillors and a terrific way to help the environment. “It’s a great way to stay in contact with

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Committees to meet

DCM’s new committees will have their inaugural meetings this month. Mr Mansueto said the four new committees would begin to review the council’s strategic plan. “The main focus of committees is to develop a four-year action plan,” Mr Mansueto said. “Each has a slightly different focus (and) will aid key projects council will try to deliver.” Mr Mansueto said the committees’ input would help council move forward and plan for the future. There are still a few vacancies left on the Facilities and Infrastructure Advisory Committee as well as the Environmental Management Advisory Committee. • Anyone interested should contact council on 8527 0200 for more information.

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f there is one thing the three newest councillors at District Council of Mallala agree on, it’s the fact the past 12 months have been rewarding but challenging. This month marks one year since Mark Wasley, Jan Heley and Karen McColl all took up the pledge to represent the community and sit on council. The Echo caught up with them to chat about the challenges and successes of the past year, and learn what goals they have for the rest of their four-year terms.

: W E I V E R E TH n JAN HELEY Speaking for others

Two Wells Ward councilor Jan Heley sat and watched council meetings for about a year before taking the step from public gallery to councillor’s chair, and has relished the opportunity to get out and about in her community and interact with residents. “It’s been good, it’s got my brain working again,” she laughed. “You’re on a steep learning curve, that’s for sure, but the year has gone so quickly, it’s hard to believe really.” While the past 12 months have at times been testing, the chance to speak up for others is the motivation that keeps her going.

Jan Heley at a community working bee. “I first went because I had an issue at the time,” she said. “I thought, ‘you need someone in there to be a voice for the community’, but it’s not as easy you think it is. It’s been very challenging

n MArk wasley Two Wells Ward councillor, and deputy mayor, Mark Wasley joined council after watching from the public gallery for a few months. Mark has a strong connection with the council area, coming from six generations of farmers at Korunye. “My grandfather and great, great uncle were on council,” he said. “There’s a lot of history connected with this community for me.” Mark says being a councillor has given him a “greater appreciation and understanding of the complexities and

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ONE YEAR ON because you really need to know a lot about the acts that are relevant to council. “And there’s so much that’s going on, but sometimes it’s a very slow process. “I think that was an eye-opener for me. Things just take time.” Throughout the year Jan has had to vote on numerous motions, including whether to support the proposed Two Wells development. While initially voting against the motion for personal reasons, Jan said she changed her vote after community consultation highlighted strong support for the development. “You have to put your personal thoughts aside in some situations,” she said. “I changed my vote due to the fact council would have more of a say with what will happen with it, and because the survey showed the people wanted it. “If we didn’t do anything then a developer could come in and do whatever they wanted

challenges of local government”, and he is enjoying the chance to meet as many residents as possible. “Having interesting and constructive discussions with ratepayers is rewarding,” he said. “We have such a variety of people – visionaries, recluses, astute business people, mums and dads, traditionalists and environmentalists. “It all makes for a great mix.” Listening to what ratepayers have to say is important for Mark, and he relishes the opportunity to attend as many civic functions as he can. “I can speak to people

n KAREN McCOLL systems, some of it is very technical,” she said. “But I have really enjoyed working through and learning about these issues.” Karen says being involved in the community has many rewards, and in the past year has really enjoyed seeing the community take part in planning workshops and working bees. She says her interest in animal management in the area is still a priority and in the coming weeks and months is looking to help establish new dog bylaws for council. “That’s something of a priority at the moment ... the bylaws and to continue progressing with the town development,” she said. “It’s going to be a gradual thing but certainly something that’s going to be continually changing over the next 10 to 15 years and that’s going to be quite exciting and challenging.” Karen lives in Lewiston with husband Stuart and children, Annabel, 10, Hamish, 7, Bailey, 16 months, and is currently pregnant, due November 18. nContactKarenon0433222874 or email dcmallala.karen@gmail. com.

in a less formal manner and hear their suggestions,” he said. “Moments that stand out for me are the Australia Day functions, naturalisation ceremonies and the Anzac dawn services. “All these are quite moving and draw the community together, to be proud Aussies.” Looking forward Mark says he hopes to continue to be a worthy representative of the community. n Contact Mark on 8520 3342, 0403 316 646 or email dcmallala.mark@ gmail.com.

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Challenges create opportunities

“Coming from a human management role it was good for me because it gave me something stimulating to do,” Karen said. “My communication skills have kept up to speed because of having that interaction and that role. “That’s always been my background, working with people.” Karen says the opportunity to challenge herself and learn new things has been great, with topics such as waste management and infrastructure initially foreign to her. “Having to learn things you’ve never even thought of before – like infrastructure and planning and looking at the waste management

with it and it’s best for us to be a part of it from the start.” Looking ahead, Jan hopes to address issues around youth and aged care in the community, saying these were areas of concern for her. “I think I’d like to see more issues of the youth addressed (as) there’s nothing for them here,” she said. “And also aged care in Two Wells, there’s nowhere for them to go here once they can’t live at home anymore.” Another area Jan would like to focus on is getting more people to attend council meetings; something she says could actually have an impact on decisions made by council. “I’d love to see the community coming along to meetings and showing an interest,” she said. “People really need to come to the meetings and speak in open forum. n Contact Jan on 8520 3175 or email dcmallala.jan@gmail.com.

Meeting and listening to you

More than 4000 young people aged between 16 and 24 have been killed or seriously injured on South Australia’s roads in the last 10 years. To reduce road trauma among young drivers, these initiatives are being considered: Only one passenger under the age of 21 for the duration of P1* Ban on driving between midnight and 5am for the duration of P1* Raising the minimum age for a provisional licence from 17 to 18 years Extending the minimum provisional licence period from 2 to 3 years Disqualified drivers no longer required to go back a licence stage *exemptions would apply

For more information and to have your say, go to: sa.gov.au/towardszerotogether or call 1300 557 316 to obtain a copy of the discussion paper. HYBDTE092-BPP

After being a volunteer member of council’s Animal Management Advisory Committee, Lewiston Ward councilor Karen McColl, 41, took the step to elected member. “I was on the animal management committee as a community member because I have an interest in animal welfare,” Karen said. “And I actually live in the animal husbandry zone so it’s relevant to me.” Karen says while the past year has had its challenges, joining council has been a great opportunity for her to meet new people and learn new things. “It’s been good but you go up a very steep learning curve,” she said. “And we had to learn things quite quickly, especially when there were so many big things coming up at council, with the Two Wells main street guidelines and the Hickinbotham development. “It certainly keeps your mind very active.” Karen has come from a human resources background, giving up a management position in January last year to prepare for the birth of her first child, Bailey, in July 2010. Joining council in November last year capped off a year full of big adjustments and challenges, with her son only being a few months old when she was voted into council.

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Send or amend your free community announcements at news@twowellsecho.com.au alcoholics anonymous

Alcoholics Anonymous, Meets every Thursday evening in Two Wells, Commencing at 8pm in the Hall at St. Pauls Anglican Church Old Port Wakefield Road, Anyone who thinks they may have a problem with alcohol is welcome to attend.

Church times

Two Wells Uniting Church, Gawler Road. Services are held every Sunday from 10.30am, including Sunday School for the children. All welcome

Children’s centre

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Two Rivers Basketball Association, Angle Vale Primary School, PO Box 455 Two Wells SA 5501. Basketball Coaching Clinic from 5pm, Games commence from 5:30pm, 12 and Under, 15 and Under, Learn basketball in a friendly family atmosphere.Contact Paul on 0414 248 732.

Bowling Club

New bowlers are always welcome to attend and there is always an opportunity for those wanting a game of bowls. Bowls is played all summer on Saturdays and Wednesdays or Tuesday night ‘learn to bowl’ evenings. Phone: 8524 2274, M: 0435 017 719.

Two Wells Community Children’s Centre, 27a Gawler Road, Two Wells. Communitybased, fully accredited. Childcare for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years, Monday to Friday 7am-6pm. Full time/ part time/casual care, before and after Kindy care, vacation care for school-aged children. Dept of Education Preschool and Pre-Entry. Qualified, caring staff. Educational, developmental programmes, and Special Needs services available. Nutritious, fresh meals. CHILDREN ARE TOO PRECIOUS FOR PROFIT! Visit www.twowellskgn.sa.edu. au or phone 85202358

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Calisthenics

Community Bus, return trip to Elizabeth City Shopping Centre, Only $5.00 return (kids free), Next bus: November 18. Bus departs Mallala Post Office 9am, Port Parham Sports and Social Club 9:15am, Two Wells Bakery 9:40am, Dublin, Lower Light & Lewiston by arrangement. Return departs Elizabeth 3pm. All bookings contact Jasmin Daniele 8520 2233.

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Two Wells Calisthenics. Looking for something new and lots of fun? Come along and give it a go! Classes held at Two Wells Primary School, Tuesday Night practice, Sub Juniors(7-9 years) 5pm to 6.30pm. Juniors(10-12 years) 6pm to 7.45. Inters(13 and older) 6.45pm to 8.30pm. Phone Jodie Simons on 8524 3990 or 0423 928 311, first lesson complementary.

child & youth health Child and Youth Health, Child and Youth Health services are held on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month at The Two Wells Children’s Centre, 27a Gawler Rd, Two Wells 9:15am to 10:30am and 1pm to 4pm by appointment only, 10:30am to 12 noon drop in. Call 1300 733 606 for appointments.

Church times

Anglican Church Services St Peter’s Mallala - 1st Sunday of the month 10am November 6 & December 4. Contact: Rev Barbara Bonifant - 8449 4454 St Paul’s Two Wells - 10am. November 13, 20 & 27. December 11 & 18. Christmas Eve December 24 7.30pm. No service on December 25.

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Fa m i l i e s L e a r n i n g a n d Growing, This is a FREE service for anyone with children aged birth to 4 years. Come and join us in some fun, games and activities. 9.15-11.30am every Tuesday in school term, Uniting Church Hall, Gawler Road. For more information please contact Karen 0411 772 333, Helen 0411 180 469 or Tanya on 0438 202 840.

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TWO WELLS COMMUNITY CENTRE, Available for hire for Weddings, special occasions, seminars, conventions. Seats up to 200, large kitchen & bar, Contact: Yolanda on 8524 3131 or 0408 835 331 for more information.

Community Public Library

Community Public Library, Located in the Institute. Hours: Mondays-Closed, Tues & Thurs - 9:30am to 5pm, Wed – 1pm to 7pm, Fri – 9:30am to 3pm, Sat – 9am to 11am, Ph 8520 2100.

Two Wells Football Club, meals every Saturday night during the season. Come on down and see your local teams play and enjoy a club style meal after the game! Bar facilities available. TWFC Ph: 8520 2524. New players welcome.

Two Wells Golf Club, 18 hole scrapes course open April until October. Competitions: Tuesdays Ladies Day, tee-off 9-9:30am, Wednesdays Mixed Tournament, tee-off 9-9:30am; Saturdays Mixed Comp teeoff 11am onwards. McPharlin Rd (extension of Bethesda Rd) Two Wells ph 8520 2607, membership available. Club secretary: B. Prior 8523 3272 or 0417 842 260. All visitors welcome.

healthy eating club

Two Wells Healthy Eating Club, Fridays 9:30-10:30am, Catholic Church Hall (opp Cemetery) Cost $1 per week. Come in and have a chat about healthy foods and how to select the best products when doing your grocery shopping. We weigh each person each week and keep records so you can keep track of your weight. Make this your year for a healthier you! See you there, Chris Hart (President) 8520 2037.

kennel & obedience club

Craft Group at Two Wells In the St Paul’s Anglican Church Hall, 10am to 12noon Wednesday November 9 & 23 and December 7. Contact: Rev Barbara Bonifant - Ph: 8449 4454.

ADELAIDE PLAINS KENNEL & OBEDIENCE CLUB, Training Wednesday evenings, Beginners, Grades 1 & 2 - 7pm, Grades 3, 4 & 5 - 7:40pm, Conformation 7:40pm. All breeds & people welcome. If you have a problem come & see us. Contact Josie on 8524 3499 for more info.

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Craft Group

The Craft Shop, TWO WELLS C O U RT H O U S E , Q u a l i t y goods sold on consignment, Locally made olive oil and honey, Home made Jams and Sauces, Gift ideas, skin products, bric-a-brac. hand crafted quilts. OPEN Tues to Sat 9:30am to 4pm, Sun 2pm to 4pm, CLOSED Monday.

lutheran church

Two Wells Lutheran Church, Home service with Holy Communion, 4th Sunday of Month @ 7pm, Weekly services @ Salisbury, Contact: 8281 2976, Pastor Wayne Boehm.

neighbourhood watch

Neighbourhood Watch Meeting held every second Tuesday in the month (except January) at 7.30pm in the Two Wells Community RSL, Main Street of Two Wells. For more information contact Dave Body on 8524 2036 or Maria Aunger 8520 2328.

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CFS

Two Wells CFS, station located at Wells road Two Wells. Training Monday nights, Cadets (11-15 years) 6pm to 7:30pm, Seniors 7:30pm. New volunteers welcome. For more information phone 8520 2500.

Equestrian & Pony club

Two Wells Equestrian and Pony Club hold rallies on the first and third Sundays of the month at 9.30am on our grounds, Aunger Road, Lewiston. Further details on www.twepc.com.au.

Two Wells Play Group, every Monday morning except Public Holidays, 9:15am to 11:15am At Two Wells Children’s Centre, For more information contact the Two Wells Children’s Centre on: 8520 2358.

probus club

The Combined Probus Club of Two Wells Inc. Meetings are held in the Two Wells Bowling Club on the 4th Monday of the month from 10am. Come along and hear our guest speakers and enjoy some companionship. Contact: Violanda Cannizzaro 8524 3131.

Rotary club

Two Wells Rotary Club, Meet every Tuesday night, 6:30pm for 7pm dinner at the Two Wells Tavern, Contact Robin Trevilyan 8520 2788.

RSL

Two Wells RSL Sub Branch, Main Street, Two Wells, Ph: 8520 2826, Open: Mon & Wed, 9am to 12pm, Fri 4pm to close, Social night every Friday night from 6pm. Contact Tony: 0412 773 111, John: 0411 894 245, Welfare & Pensions Officer Available.

scouts

1St two wells scout group, po box 427 two wells sa 5501. Joeys 6-8yrs, Tuesdays 5:30pm, cubs 8-11yrs, tuesdays 7pm, scouts 11-15yrs, thursday 7pm, venturers 14-18yrs, thursday 7pm. Group leader Ian Laughton Phone 0403 976 984.

UCA Op shop

Two Wells Uniting Church Treasure Trove Op Shop, Opening times, Mon, Tues, Thurs & Sat 9:00am to 12:00am, Wed & Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm. Open all school holidays, COME IN AND BROWSE, Uniting Church Hall Drew Street, Two Wells, Contact Pam Duncan 8520 2764 any time for information.

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Uniting ChurchAdult Fellowship. Meetings held monthly in the Uniting Church Hall with the aim to provide supported friendship and opportunities and to support the ongoing mission of the church. For information contact Mollie Frost 8520 2073 or Alan Howell 8520 3063.

function venue

TWO WELLS BOWLS CLUB, Seminars & Conferences. If you are looking for a venue for your function, why not consider our clubrooms on Old Port Wakefield Road, Two Wells. Comfortable seating for 100 in both the dining and lounge bar areas. Services available, Bar facilities on request, hot & cold meals on request, public address system with cordless microphone. Prices on application to secretary Steve Bradwell, P.O. Box 127, Two Wells 5501, Ph: 8524 2274, M: 0435 017 719.

Walking Group

Heart foundation walking groups have been established in Two Wells. The group is called Two Wells Walkabouts and meet Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8.20am by Two Wells Historical Walk (near toilets). Walking starts at 8.30am for up to one hour. For more info contact Val Mai on 8520 2722.

Weight Watches

Mallala Weight Watchers Group has moved to a new venue. Weigh-ins, followed by a group meeting, will now be held at the Mallala Uniting Church every Monday night from 6.30pm. New members welcome.

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Two Wells Blue Light

Landcare Two Wells, Lewiston & Districts Land Care Group, Monthly Activities, Land Care is bigger than your back yard. Pat: 0419 860 981, Sharon: 0412 345 852.

Two Wells Blue Light held 4 times a year at the Two Wells Community Centre, 7pm to 9.30pm for ages 8 to 17 years. For more information contact Maria Aunger on 8520 2328 or Anne Porter on 8524 3382.

YOGA, Classes are at the Two Wells Catholic Church Hall are held on Mondays 7pm to 8:15pm. Enquiries to Diane 8520 2308. Two Wells Echo, November, 2011

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Council considers dog restrictions

Dog owners in the township of Two Wells are set to be restricted to possibly three dogs per household if the District Council of Mallala (DCM) votes at its November meeting to pass recommendations limiting the number of dogs on each property. DCM chief executive officer Charles Mansueto said in the past council had no bylaws concerning the number of dogs a person could keep, and at times this limited their ability

to deal with problems concerning dogs and dog welfare. “Currently there is no by-law for dogs in this area,” Mr Mansueto said. “Council is very limited in what it can do with regards to properties and the number of dogs people keep. “This change will mean property owners will be limited to a certain amount of dogs, depending on where they live.”

Mr Mansueto said while the council’s development plan did address the issue with regard to dog breeders and kennels, general dog owners were not included under this umbrella. Mr Mansueto said the council’s Animal Management Plan Advisory Committee (AMPAC) had recommended properties within the township of Two Wells be restricted to no more than three dogs per household.

Combined show offers three times the laughs

Two Wells Melodrama Group has received strong bookings for The Comedy Show at Two Wells Community Centre this Saturday, November 5. Ticket sales have exceeded the original target of 200 and extra seating has been allocated to cater for any patrons who may turn up on the night without pre-booking. Three one act comedies will be staged, two by Two Wells Melodrama Group and one by guests The Gawler Centre Players. Staging a second show in one year is breaking new ground for the group which, for 30 years, has staged one show a year. TWMG decided to put on this second show as an experiment and as a possible pilot for an annual comedy show or festival involving one or more other theatre groups by invitation. The first of the three comedies is “Albert” written by well-known actor Richard Harris. It tells the story of an au pair girl from Finland (played by Eleisha Arbon) who is in England babysitting while her hosts are at the cinema. Three visitors arrive, all foreign to each other, and a tragi-comic finish brings an hilarious conclusion. The second play, staged by the Gawler group, is “Last Panto in Little Grimley” by David Tristram, about an amateur theatre group in an English village, which is in sad decline and has only four members. The producer-director (played by Sam Batson), writes his own version of a show

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REHEARSING for the Melodrama Group’s comedy night is the cast of “Albert”, Rick Bailey, Eleisha Arbon and Paul Schmelzkopf. aimed at reversing their fortunes, but he has his work cut out persuading two others (played by Belinda Grisbrook and Sonia Corbett) to accept his outrageous scripting. The fourth member (played by John Cavallaro) is the handyman who builds the set and operates the lighting and effects, also taking a part as the rear end of a horse. Disaster strikes as the electrical system starts to fail. The third and final offering, “Home is the Hunted” by well-known author R F Delderfield, is about a family of petty criminals, all very proud of their specialist skills (safe cracking, cat burgling etc). The father of the family (played by Gerald Pederick) gets caught and sentenced to two years in jail, but escapes and finds his way home to his dysfunctional family.

His wife (played by Sarah Groom) rules over his mother (Anne Arbon), sister (Stacey Seal) and daughter (Jessica Renaglia), but the four women rarely agree on anything and argue over most things. Eventually, the escapee is recaptured by a police detective (Derek Hardiman) in an unusual final twist. Enjoy the food and drink • There will be two intervals, during which food and refreshments will be available. A licensed bar will be operated by Two Wells Cricket and Tennis Clubs. Patrons will be admitted from 7pm and curtain up will be at 7.30pm., with any remaining seats available at $15 each. Email drama@twpo.com.au for late bookings or enquiries.

Ladies, because it’s for you If you are looking for an excuse to spoil yourself, put Friday November 11 in your diary as “one for the girls”. The Two Wells Community Children’s Centre is holding a “Girl’s Night In” from 7.30pm – 10.30pm. There will be a range of stalls and

PET CARE keeping birds healthy

MakinG sure your birds are adequately fed with a nutritional diet and plenty of fresh clean water available is important coming into the warmer months of the year. Each different species of bird will need different nutritional requirements and feeds. With the changeable weather we are currently experiencing it may be necessary to adapt your birds to the correct conditions. Make sure you keep an eye on the weather so you know whether to keep your bird warm or cool. Nutritional supplements and Two Wells Echo, November, 2011

AMPAC chairperson, Karen McColl, said the committee had been working at presenting something for council to consider for the past few months. “We have a requirement to review and create a new animal management plan,” she said. “We’ve been having workshops recently to redraft the old one (and) hopefully it will be passed at council, then after that it has to go to community consultation.”

door raffles, plus drinks and nibbles on offer. Tickets are $6 per person, available by contacting the centre on 8520 2358. All funds raised will go directly to the centre, so grab a friend and head out for a bit of a chin-wag.

With Greg Carmichael of Angle Vale Seed & Fodder vitamins can be purchased when a complete natural diet is unable to be maintained. Try to include as many natural feeds in your bird’s diet as possible to maintain good health. Pine cones and natural treats for birds to play with are ideal, as well as cuttlefish to add calcium and keep the beak trim. For any additional information contact Greg at Angle vale seed and fodder on 82849313 or email greg@anglevaleseedandfodder. com or Mike at Two wells fodder on 85202505.

Most thieves break into cars because they see something they want inside. Here’s some suggestions to reduce the chance of becoming a victim of vehicle crime. •Never leave valuables (eg cds, purses, handbags, shopping, mobile phones, laptop computers etc) in your vehicle. •If you do need to leave them in the vehicle, conceal them before you park in case you are watched. •Don’t leave keys and your address or accommodation information visible inside. •Always lock your car, close the windows and never leave your keys in or on the vehicle. If a car door cannot be opened and the contents removed in a few seconds a thief generally will not bother. n The last Neighbourhood Watch meeting for the year will be held on Tuesday, December 13, at Lower Light Hotel at 6.30pm, to be followed by our Christmas dinner break-up. Regular NW meetings will resume in February.

TWO WELLS CFS news During the previous month we have attended three car fires, three grass fires, three motor vehicle accidents, one storm damage incident and assisted another brigade. We attended an out of control burn off, which just goes to show how quickly things can get out of control. Residents are reminded from November 15 you will no longer be able to light or maintain a fire in the open due to the start of the fire ban season. For more information, visit the CFS website www. cfs.sa.gov.au or contact District Council of Mallala on 8257 0200. Driving around the district it is obvious that not everyone has managed to clear their properties of weeds and overgrowth. Don’t forget, complacency can be a killer. So come on you guys, clear up and be prepared. – REPORT by Sara Oljey.

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echo 6 Continuing our series on local senior citizens residing at Mallala Community Hospital and enjoying ...

Bec O’Brien reports:

aphne Murdoch was born in Solomontown, Port Pirie in 1910 and lived there for many years. She attended primary school and later high school in the area and began piano lessons at the age of 10. Daph, as she is commonly known, also played tennis and golf and really enjoyed these sports. Her first husband, Les Belcher, lived across the road from her family home and the pair were married when Daph was 23. The couple built a home at Risdon Park, Port Pirie, and lived there until after World War 2, when they divorced. In the late 1940s, Daph met and later married Gus Murdoch, and together they ran a mixed business in Solomontown for about five years. It was at this time Daph began to teach piano, a passion she still carries today. When the Murdoch’s moved to Two Wells in the 1950s Daph continued teaching piano, and today many children have Daph to thank for a love of music and sound piano skills. Music has played a great part in Daph’s life for all 101 glorious years. “I couldn’t live without music,” she said. “Could you?” Daph played piano for the local calisthenics club for many, many years and also helped out the local Uniting Church by playing the organ. Although Daph has now outlived many of her friends she made many new ones when she moved to the Mallala Community Hospital about 10 years ago. She is one of the oldest residents at the hospital, and while her hearing is not what it used to be, put Daph in front of a piano and the tunes come flooding back, the fingers start flying and it’s an impressive scene. In her earlier days at the hospital, Daph was the regular pianist for the centre’s Monday sing-alongs and not a birthday would pass without Daph playing ‘Happy Birthday’. With a great sense of humour, Daph still makes up tunes and funny songs, giving everyone at the hospital a great laugh.

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Two Wells local Daph Murdoch is an icon in the area for her piano skills and many years of teaching piano.

Leading Ladies

oan Stentiford was born at Lobethal in 1922 and attended school in the Adelaide Hills town until Year 7, when she left to work on the family orchard and market garden. Joan’s chores included packing apples – first class, which were sent overseas, wrapped in soft paper and checked assiduously by her father. Planting vegetables was another task she was set and life wasn’t easy as her father was “a hard taskmaster”. Joan married Cliff Stentiford when she was 20 but remained working for her father for a time. After about a year she became pregnant with her first child, a boy who was born prematurely and sadly only lived for four days. Two years passed and Joan gave birth to Beverly and then five years later along came Trevor. The family lived at Forest Range where they had an orchard and market garden of about 40 acres. “This land was two blocks and on the flat land we grew vegetables and apples on the hilly areas,” Joan said.

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Joan Stentiford enjoys the caring environment where she can live with some independence. Joan worked extremely hard picking apples, peaches and plums from the trees. Cherries, raspberries and loganberries were also

farmed, which were tiresome to harvest, as they had to be just the right size to sell, she said. Joan enjoyed picking wild

blackberries and fondly remembers making ‘yummy” jam. Her children went to Forest Range school until they moved to Rose Park some years later, where Joan found work as a laundress at Monreith Private Hospital. Volunteer Di Allpike spoke to Joan about her life and says the cheerful lady is very proud of her work ethic and speaks proudly of boiling all the laundry to kill germs. “The family home was near enough that I could put a load of laundry on to boil and slip home to do some chores, which the Matron was quite happy with,” Joan said. “Those were the days.” The family moved to Enfield after a while and from there to Clearview, where they lived for some 25 years. Their final home together was at Morphett Vale, where her husband took ill and soon passed away, about eight years ago. Joan then went to Lewiston to live with her son and enjoyed the quiet lifestyle of the close-knit community. Following ill health Joan moved to Mallala Community Hospital about 12 months ago, where she lives semi-independently and has a lovely room filled with her family photos and memories.

Nominate our top citizens

Do you know someone who makes our community a better place or a group or organisation working hard for the community? Then it is time to nominate them for a 2012 Australia Day Award. Each year the District Council of Mallala recognises the outstanding achievements of community members and organisations through a range of awards, with two new categories being added to the list this year. Nominations are now being taken for the following categories: • Citizen of the Year • Young Citizen of the Year • Community Event of the Year • Community Project of the Year (new category) • Community Group of the Year (new category) The awards are proudly presented by the Australia Day Council of South Australia, and are administered by DCM, with the intention of rewarding and recognising individuals and organisations who have made a noteworthy contribution during the year, or give an outstanding service over a number of years to a local community. “Being nominated for an Australia Day award is a great honour and is a wonderful opportunity to pay tribute to someone who makes you proud to be an Australian,” DCM community development officer, Lynette Seccafien, said. “Our next citizen of the year may be your neighbour or colleague, friend or family member who never hesitates to assist in their local community. “Help us to recognise those individuals or community groups you believe make the District Council of Mallala a great place to live, work and play. “Nominate someone who makes a real difference in your community and give them the opportunity to be recognised and rewarded for their important contribution.” Nomination criteria and application forms are available at Mallala and Two Wells council offices and the website www.mallala.sa.gov.au, or contact DCM on 8527 0200. Nominations close Friday November 11. n HICKINBOTHAM DEVELOPMENT:

Council waits on land OK

District Council of Mallala (DCM) is still waiting to hear if the State Government has approved the proposed Two Wells development plan for north of the town. DCM chief executive officer, Charles Mansueto, said after land developers Hickinbotham gave an informal presentation to council in September, no further progress on the plan had been made. “What we’re still waiting for is the (State Government’s) minister’s statement of intent,” Mr Mansueto said. “But all the feedback we’ve had so far has been positive.” Mr Mansueto said once approval for the development concept plan was given, council could move forward. “It will allow us to put the DAP (Development Amendment Plan) together,” he said. The DAP would give council the direction it needed to progress with the development, Mr Mansueto said – and council would then independently assess Hickinbotham’s development proposal before signing off on it, which would “trigger” another round of community consultation. Two Wells Echo, November , 2011

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Share the road A

SHOWING how close traffic can get – and pushing for a campaign to raise awareness of horses and road traffic is Two Wells horsewoman, Julie Laughton, pictured with her horse Ruby.

IF YOU’RE DRIVING, DO THIS:

3 When passing a horse, always slow down and give the horse as much room as possible. 3 IF the horse gets unsettled or the rider indicates for you to stop, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine to allow the horse to pass. 3 DO not try to hurry the horse or rider by revving your engine, beeping your horn or shouting.

Keep up with council news Two motions currently are under consideration by District Council of Mallala which directly affect local residents. The first is “that council approve the permanent closure of Frost Road Lewiston, between Hancock Drive and Cavillaro Place, in accordance with the Roads (opening and closing) Act 1991 and retain the land as council reserve and that staff undertake the appropriate administration requirements to meet council policies and any legislative requirements.” The second and related motion is “that subject to support of the permanent closure of Frost Road, staff proceed with the closure process following consideration

and others are displayed on the council website www.mallala.sa.gov.au. As a resident it is

worthwhile spending 15 minutes or so familiarising yourself with the website so you know what’s going on – and where to go when you don’t know what’s going on. Everything from rates, to bin collection days, to committee meeting times is contained in the website.

Field Guide to the Birds of Australia, of which every household should

have a copy, tells me that they have a complex liquid song (whatever that means) and an alarm loud ‘plink plink’or ‘seep seep’, and they mimic stuff. I may stand corrected but I believe it must be the birdcall that I originally mistook for my landline.

MESSAGE TO RESIDENTS: From Lewiston ward Councillor Duncan Kennington and approval of the associated costs with a permanent closure”. Both of these motions

This bird call had familiar ring I have recently taken my bird picture collection to a grand total of five with the addition of two brand new photos. The first is of a Common (Eurasian) Blackbird. (The image at right is sourced by the Echo from the internet). My Simpson & Day

Two Wells Echo, November, 2011

lack of experience by “urban” residents in sharing the road with livestock, is putting many horse riders and drivers at risk of serious harm, according to one local horsewoman. Julie Laughton has been riding since she was in primary school and is concerned the attitude of some drivers is an accident just waiting to happen. She says a campaign similar to raising awareness of cyclists, should be introduced. “There have been some great awareness campaigns for bicycle riders in recent years and it seems to be having an impact,” Julie said. “We really need a similar campaign to raise awareness for horse riders too. “I am becoming quite frustrated with the attitudes of people towards horses on our roads. “Drivers need to be aware of how to behave around horses and other livestock on our rural roads.” Ms Laughton said recent and continuing developments in the Two Wells and Lewiston areas, had brought many new people to the area, who had little experience with livestock. “As a horse owner and rider myself, I frequently ride my horses out trail riding,” she said. “Our once quiet rural roads are becoming busier and more developed, and I am often seeing very risky behaviour by drivers when passing horses.” While the District Council of Mallala (DCM) does provide areas for horse enthusiasts to get “off road”, Julie says accessing them often means riding on roads. “Mallala council provides and maintains some excellent horse riding trails in the Lewiston area that give

WITH MORE TRAFFIC, JULIE APPEALS FOR DRIVER, HORSE RIDER AWARENESS

riders the opportunity to get their horse off the road,” she said. “But these are limited and many riders need to travel along the roads to get from their properties to these reserves. “It is important for drivers to understand that even the most experienced and quiet horses are unpredictable at times and if startled can jump into the middle of a road before the rider has time to react.” DCM chief executive officer, Charles Mansueto, said the idea of increasing horse riding safety and education on our roads was a good one, and something council could support. “I think some form of education and awareness would be useful,” he said. “This is something the Animal Management Plan Advisory Group could investigate and (give) some options for council to consider.” Riding at least two to three times a week on the roads in the district, Ms Laughton said horse riders also had a responsibility to keep themselves and other road users safe. “Most responsible horse riders will do their best not to impede or disrupt traffic,” she said. “Things like wearing light coloured or high visibility clothing and keeping to the side verges rather than the actual road are easy ways to make riding on the roads safer. “If a horse or rider is inexperienced with road riding, then riding with another experienced horse and rider will help to reduce the risk of an accident.” Under Australian road rules, a horse is considered to be a vehicle, and can be ridden on public roads. The same penalties as for road users apply to anyone riding a horse on a public road, including riding while under the influence and speeding.

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aving the way for special needs students – and science education – is Lower Light resident and Salisbury High science teacher, Anita Trenwith, who has been awarded this year’s Eureka Science Award. The 36-year-old has been teaching science at Salisbury High since 1998 and is part of the schools’ Special Education Unit. It is her work here that has earned her the top prize in the 2011 Australian Museum Eureka Awards for Science or Maths teaching. A finalist last year, Anita was nominated this year by one of her school’s senior leaders, and has a real passion for the often misunderstood subject area. “I’ve always had a fascination for science,” she said. “But I didn’t want to be stuck in a lab. “I’ve always had that desire to teach, so it was just logical to combine the two. “I like the fact you can work things out in science. Understanding how things work and understanding why things happen, it’s exciting and interesting.” While the science content is the same throughout the school, it is the delivery of it to students in the special education unit that has them signing up for more. Anita says the unit focuses on curiositydriven science and enquiry-based learning, and loves to start her lessons off with a “bang”; a strategy she says creates interest and sparks questions right from the start. “The science part I try to make really hands on for them,” she said. “They do the same science, it’s just delivered in a low literacy format. “We also run a lot of school science shows, where I get the kids to plan and show experiments.” Typically science has been one of the subject areas students shy away from, but Anita’s classes are growing each semester. “I think their perception (of science) is it’s difficult and that it’s academic but it’s not just about being academic,” she said. “It’s about the interesting things that happen around us all the time. “But I think one of the hard challenges now is we are competing with the instant gratification of computer games. “The high visual effects is attractive for them (and) we have to compete against that to try to get kids inspired.” All the students in the special education unit have some form of intellectual disability, but the science they are learning is drawing more students, with the school for the first time this year, establishing an agriculture program. As part of this program, students from the unit travel to Anita and husband Ray’s property at Lower Light, where they are taught about all aspects of farming, including fencing, working with horses, cropping,

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ANITA says science is about interesting things that happen around us all the time. LEFT: Learning how to drive a horse and cart at Salisbury High are Daniel Goodland and Brandon King. tractor driving, setting up electric fences and baling hay. “We’ve trialled it this year and they’re actually learning real farm skills,” Anita said. “It’s been so successful, the enrolments for next year are already overflowing.” The small class size of 12 means the program can be tailored to suit students’interests, with participants paired up to complete set tasks. “I use peer mentoring absolutely as much as I can,” Anita said. Before hitting the farm, the groundwork has been done back in the classroom, with students practising and researching specific farming skills, like tying knots, seed identification and equipment use. And the farm has even come to school, with Anita, on occasion, bringing her animals to work to help teach the students. “For some of these kids it (farming) is a

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viable job option,” Anita said. “We’ve got kids already who can confidently drive the tractor on their own. “It’s been terrific and a lot of fun for everyone.” While working with special needs students has its challenges, Anita says there’s no place she’d rather be and nothing else she’d rather be doing. “I enjoy the challenges, and the one thing I really enjoy is breaking down the stereotypes some people have of northern suburbs kids,” she said. “I like to highlight the successes and achievements that they can have.” Growing up with a brother who is deaf gave Anita the skills to help her on her way to also teaching sign language at the school, where, as an International Baccalaureate school, it’s compulsory to teach a language. “But for special education students some-

thing like German or Italian is not suitable,” she said. “So we started teaching Auslan, which is sign language.” Anita has a lengthy list of teaching achievements, has appeared on ABC Stateline and A Current Affair, and presents at Science and Maths conferences around the country. As well as taking out the Eureka award this year, she was named as the South Australian School Science Educator of the Year in 2009, has also been a regional winner in the Northern Adelaide Public Teaching Awards and just last month was named as South Australia’s Inspirational Secondary School Teacher of the Year for Northern Adelaide. Anita moved to a property at Lower Light about 10 years ago with husband, Ray, and together they have a son, Toby, 6. She enjoys all aspects of country living, working with and riding her horses – and of course science!

Two Wells Regional Action Team COMMUNITY NEWS WITH Bev Smith-Trim

n CRAFT SHOP

No doubt you have noticed the Craft Shop has been closed for a couple of weeks prior to this Echo going to print. The team hopes the work will progress and the ladies will be back to serve you in another couple of week’s time. Please look out for the signs when the work is completed and the shop is opened again and come and see the results of this work, which is being carried out with the assistance of a Heritage Grant from the SA Government.

n CHRISTMAS PARADE

The Team acknowledges a generous donation of $1,000 from Bendigo Bank to assist us in the staging of the Christmas Parade this year. Stallholder applications have started to arrive for the event. Make sure you are in the town to share this evening of celebration – Friday December 16. The Tea Tree Gully Redbacks Concert Band is returning again and we also have the services

of a second band, the City of Enfield Brass Band who will also be marching in our parade. This band was named Australia’s Best Marching Band at the National Band Championships in Adelaide at Easter So far we have not received any nominations for young people to be our parade Prince and Princess. The Crowns are waiting – who will wear them? Do you know of a young person between the ages of 10 and 15 who has made a contribution to our community? Tell us about them now. We hope the businesses are planning their Christmas decorations ready to nominate for the best decorated business. Come on everyone, the trophy can be yours to display for the next year.

n TALK TO US:

For any information on the above matters you can contact Bev on 0418811315 anytime, on 85202811 after 7 p.m. in the evenings, or via email pacapark@twpo.com.au. Two Wells Echo, November , 2011

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Family service at popular IGA SINCE 1992, Rocco and Rosa Settimio, along with daughter, Daniella Harding, have provided Two Wells and the surrounding district with a wide range of fresh groceries at their Two Wells IGA supermarket. The family-owned and run business was once a video shop before Rocco identified the need for a grocery store in the town. Starting off as Servewell, the supermarket has operated under a number of banners over the years, including WelcomeMart, IGA Friendly Grocer to just IGA, as it is today. Rosa, pictured with Daniella, said the business began with only two staff members but has now grown to have 16 staff working at the supermarket, “who are all an important part of running a business.” The premises also grew as the need for more space arose – but running a business between three family members has both its perks and problems.

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“It is good but because we are family, we can clash a bit more than if it was someone else who was your boss,” Rosa laughed. “But it has worked well so far.” Rocco handles the fruit and vegetables, milk and general maintenance, Daniella works predominantly with dry groceries and Rosa manages the bakery, meat and drinks, along with the bookwork.

Tavern a community icon There’s nothing like kicking back with a cold beer, good meal, friendly service and atmosphere of the Two Wells Tavern. And then, if you don’t want to go home, there’s always a bed at the motel. The setting of the hotel is something Loretta and staff pride themselves on. The addition of the beer garden has opened up an outdoor atmosphere. Loretta credits the staff working at the tavern for the excellent reputation it has today. “It’s been mainly through the support of our great staff that help keep the place going,” Loretta said. Before taking over the hotel, Loretta and Rodney owned the Pimba Hotel-Motel and Roadhouse for nearly 10 years situated 180 kilometres north of Port Augusta. Before then, the couple owned the Commercial Hotel in Port Augusta and in the 1980s, they ran the Moonta Hotel.

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It’s all go at Lange Auto YOU would think life would have slowed down a little for Sue and Tony Lange after leaving the Two Wells BP earlier this year. In stark contrast, it has sped up. Lange Auto inherited several lines of service from the BP, including Kleenheat Gas agency, trailer hire, Telstra phones and credit, bait, ice, tackle, wood, cigarettes and the town’s newsagency. Sue and Tony also provide a tyre service, as well as the Sprint Auto shop. It’s all a seven-day a week enterprise. “It’s got a lot busier since leaving the BP. We used to have Sundays off at least,” Sue said. “Now, we’re working seven days a week.” And when the day is done at the workshop, Tony heads home to cook tea while Sue gets into the bookwork. “He’s getting a lot better,” Sue said, in regards to Tony’s cooking. Once a week, she treats herself to her fa-

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vourite drama, Packed to the Rafters, but what about when the show is off-season? “I just do some more work instead,” Sue laughed. There is a break in sight, with Christmas Day approaching in a month or so. “I’ve put the foot down on this one,” Sue said.

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Under bright sunshine, Families Learning and Growing (FLAG) held a teddy bear’s picnic at the Two Wells playground. Co-coordinator Helen Gammon said it was a

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lovely gathering for the group, with funding from Children’s Week Australia meaning they could provide entertainment. The children kicked off the picnic on Tuesday, Oc-

tober 24, with a teddy bear hunt, followed by songs and games with the Jonny Wonny Show, and yummy snacks. Two Wells Public Library assistant Di Henwood closed the picnic with a story.

ABOVE: John from The Jonny Wonny Show shares some magic tricks with Cameron Hoppo, 4. LEFT: Flynn SheedyPalethorpe, Angus Hall and Ethan Edwards at the teddy bear’s picnic. RIGHT: Playing with the hoops at the FLAG teddy bear’s picnic were threeyear-olds Charlene Boyles and Nathan Ruijschop.

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The Lower Light Hotel has undergone a huge transformation since Neill and Debbie Sharer took over at the end of December last year, with the hotel now being open for lunch and dinner, seven days a week. A summer menu is set to be introduced in December with the regular dishes of steaks, schnitzels, fish and pasta, along with a specials board featuring dishes of Streaky Bay oysters kilpatrick, fillet steak topped with prawns in garlic butter or fresh asparagus and hollandaise sauce and homemade chicken, mushroom and leak pies baked under golden brown puff pastry. The Lower Light Hotel only use black angus beef due to its tenderness and flavour. Wednesday is pasta and schnitzel night with two different pastas, three sauces, three types of schnitzel, fresh vegetables, potato bake, crusty rolls and a salad bar for only $11.50. On Friday and Saturday nights, there is the regular menu plus a bain marie with pasta, vegies, potato bake and wedges, plus the salad bar. Sunday lunch features a delicious carvery

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n NEILL and Debbie Sharer behind the bar at the Lower Light hotel.

Share great food and good times with three roast meats to choose from, carved onto your plate with yorkshire pudding, crackling, roast gravy, fresh vegetables plus the use of the salad bar. Why not start with fresh soup or end with a warm dessert and pay only $13.50 for two courses or $15 for three. The kid’s can be left entertained in the games room featuring a pinball machine, shooting game, Wii and a TV and DVD player, plus they can enjoy the new children’s menu. There is also entertainment for the adults with a pool room, dart board,

gaming room, and soon a relaxing beer garden. Refresh yourself after a hard days work with six icy cold beers on tap. Heavy pints are $5, schooners $4 and butchers $3. Or if you want it to go, you can find a large range at the Bottl’O. Live music also makes a regular occurrence, with The Coads performing on Sunday December 11 from 2.30pm. A BBQ lunch will also be available, proceeds going to charity. Lower light Hotel, 33 Port Wakefield Road, Lower Light, phone 8520 2003.

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In support of Veterans Affairs Week, the Two Wells Retired Services League (RSL) held a quiz and games night on Friday, October 21. About 60 people took part in the evening, which was compered by representatives from the Department of Veteran’s Affairs, who also organised information and goody bags for those taking part. Organiser Jenny Dowling said it was a terrific night with lots of fun and laughs. The RSL puts on a great tea every Friday night, with the ode read at 6.30pm. All are welcome.

1 Youngster Adriana Leombruno

gets a lift from RSL president Tony Flaherty.

2 It was fun and games for Dakota

and Mackenzie Cummins, and friend Gabriella Leombruno.

3 Pina and Otto Leombruno 4 Keeping everyone fed were Rebecca Kuss, RSL president Tony Flaherty and Di Henwood.

Historical re-enactment group The Blue Company gave a pirate themed demonstration. Pictured are (front) Moira Falland, Daniel Underwood, Tyler Colthorpe, Emma Colthorpe, (middle), Bev Colthorpe, Hazel Arnold, Sally Johnson, Claude Penco, Anne-Marie Plumb, David Underwood, Scott French, (back), Paul Underwood and Steve Plumb.

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• From Page 1 APKOC head trainer, Josie Hewson, said despite the small crowd there was a lovely atmosphere. “The people who were there enjoyed themselves, they had fun,” she said. “There was a lot of interest shown from people who just came with their pets about the obedience side of the club, which was good.” Josie said she was disappointed more of the community hadn’t turned out to support the event, but said the club is hoping to stage the event again next year. “We’re going to start advertising earlier, make our posters bigger and brighter, and hopefully more people will come along,” she said. The club is hosting their annual dog championships on December 3-4 at Karbeethan Reserve, Angle Vale Road, Evanston Gardens. For more information contact Josie Hewson or Rae Bright on 8524 3499. Two Wells Echo, November, 2011

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Rock up to RSL’s big fundraiser

Thousands of people are expected to converge on Virginia oval on Saturday November 19, when the Two Wells Returned Services League (RSL) presents the Run, Rally, Rock event. RSL president Tony Flaherty said the event was going to be huge, with hopes for between 5-10,000 people turning out. Star attractions for the day include bands Acoustic Juice, The Rustlers, Bjorn Again, Syndicate, the Rolling Thunder Band and Cold Chisel Revisited.

Local band Azz If will also feature alongside South Australian solo artist James Abberley and funny-men Rob & Tahir from the hit TV show Fat Pizza. Shawn Klush and Elvis’ supporting singers, The Sweet Inspirations, as well as country singer/songwriter, Tori Darke, will also entertain. “As well as a concert, it’s a family day too,” Mr Flaherty said. “We want everyone to bring their picnic rugs and chairs and come along and have a good time.”

Mr Flaherty said with 17 vendors already booked for the event, no-one would go hungry or thirsty, and it was shaping up to be a terrific fundraiser for childhood cancer and brain cancer. “This will be the first time an event this size, with this quality of artists, has been heard in this area,” he said. “If we make it work the first time we’ll be able to build from there. “The Adelaide Plains needs something that people can latch onto and as far as entertain-

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Australian journalist and author Caroline Overington (seated) signed books for Christobel Crabb, Carmel McCabe and Mac Crabb after her talk at the Two Wells Public Library last month.

Author in Two Wells

As part of a national “Get Reading” program, the Two Wells Public Library hosted author and journalist Caroline Overington on Monday October 24. About 50 people turned out to hear Caroline, an acclaimed Australian writer and winner of the Walkley Award for Investigative Journalism, speak. Writing both fiction and non-fiction, Caroline’s most recent title, “Matilda is Missing”, is a gritty crime fiction story about a bitter custody battle. Caroline said she was excited to be in Two Wells as she had friends, who now worked in the media industry interstate, who had connections here. “One of my friends, Annabel Crabb, was raised in Two Wells, and another, Helen McCabe was raised just up the road,” she said. “You wouldn’t find two more grounded, honest, kind people so I already knew that Two Wells was going to be the kind of Australian town where good folk reside. “I was overwhelmed by the enthusiasm for books and reading and the warm welcome. “Can I come again?”

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Caroline said the Get Reading program was a great way for people to learn more about books and being a part of it was a terrific honour. “Get Reading aims to remind people about the pleasure of getting lost in a great book,” she said. “Especially a book by an Australian writer telling Australian stories. “I’ve been an avid reader all my life and I would be devastated if reading ever stopped. “You learn. You cry. You laugh. You worry. You go on a journey of discovery and wonder. “A good book equals a great day.” Two Wells Public Library, library assistant, Di Henwood, said Caroline was a relaxed speaker who showed great warmth and invited audience participation. “Something like this gives people a chance to access and meet with people they normally wouldn’t get to meet,” Di said. Visit www.getreading.com.au for more information about the program or to find a list of good books to read.

Within the last couple of Landcare articles I have spoken about a couple of projects that are happening at Two Wells Primary Schools. Over the last couple of weeks students parents and community groups have been working together to develop and implement these projects. Garden beds have been built, with pea straw donated by the local fodder store providing the organic matter for these gardens and organic loam spread on top; this will be the foundation for the students to start planting their vegies . Last week the Two Wells Rotary Club with the help of some dedicated staff and their family members helped build a fire pit within the Bush Tucker Garden. The next stage is to lay pavers for the paths. The indigenous native habitat corridor is starting to take shape and a working bee recently removed the dead and dying trees within the revegetation area. Last week the Mallala Council’s ‘Horticultural team’ brought their chipper to the school so these trees could be turned into mulch for this project site. Old mulch from a previous project has also been donated by the Two Wells Children’s Centre. To maximize the survival of the plants that will be planted within this site, native mulch is the key to suppressing weeds and retaining moisture for the plants within this project. The seeds for this project have been collected and propagated and the plants will be ready for planting in May. If you want to be involved in any of these projects please give the school a call, as working bees will be happening throughout the coming months. Since European settlement native vegetation has been subjected to broad scale clearing resulting in only 14 percent of pre-European vegetation cover remaining within the Adelaide Mount Lofty Ranges region. Mallala is within this region with only 1 percent of the original vegetation remaining and much of this is on roadsides. The projects that are happening at Two Wells Primary School are an example of what we as a community can do to increase the native vegetation within our region. Landcare is bigger than your backyard. If you want to be involved in any of the above projects contact email: twowellslewistonlandcare@y7mail. com or pat.wake@tafesa.edu.au, Facebook Two Wells, Lewiston and Districts Landcare Group or phone Pat on 0419 860 981.

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Two Wells’ leading cafe is looking for a motivated cook or chef of any age to join their team. The Emipre Cafe in Two Wells is a great place to dine, and a friendly place to work and specialises in Italian Cuisine. Applicants must have experience and need apply in writing and personally deliver to Anthony. For more information phone Anthony on 0410 502 966.

ment for families is concerned, this will be just fantastic.” Sideshow alley is bound to be a hit with the kids and will include rides, dodgem cars and novelty stalls. Car enthusiasts are invited to take part in a small car show, with muscle cars, vintage cars and everything in between encouraged. Starting at 12 noon until late, entry is $20 at the gate on the day. No BYO or glass. n Contact Tony Flaherty on 0412773111 for more information.

Nineteen-month-old Gemma Farr has won Category 4 of the Australian Red Cross’ annual Baby Competition, raising $8500.

Young Two Wells resident, Gemma Farr, has taken out first prize in Category 4 of the Australian Red Cross’ annual Baby Competition. Nineteen-month-old Gemma was the “face” of Red Cross for Two Wells during the 2010/11 year, helping raise a tremendous $8547.30 for the organisation. A Tupperware party and Christmas celebration for local children were among the events organised to help raise funds during the year, with raffles and door knocking within the township also

contributing to the total amount. Gemma won Category 4 of the competition, which includes country towns with a population of between 2,001 and 3,000. Two Wells Red Cross secretary, Jasmine Daniele, said it was a terrific effort by Gemma and her family and wished to thank the community for their continued support of the group. Mrs Daniele said the Red Cross baby was a lovely opportunity for locals to become involved in the

organisation. “They are raising money for Red Cross and are sort of like a figure-head for us,” she said. “We’ve had a Red Cross baby for many years now, and there are quite a few people around town who were a Red Cross baby and are now adults. “It’s lovely watching them grow and develop. “They might start off this little baby and then by the time the end of the year comes around, they’re walking.”

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Alvin and Sylvia Jenkin from Port Parham and their 1950 Jowett Javelin.

Classics in top gear A glorious day greeted a small group of car enthusiasts at Mallala Oval as they prepared to take part in the annual Federation of Historic Motor Vehicles of South Australia “Old Car” rally. Around 130 vehicles participated in the event held on September 1, which was organised by Port Parham resident Alvin Jenkin on behalf of the Gawler Veteran Vintage and Classic Vehicle Club (GVVCVC). Representing 18 different car clubs from around the state, participants took different routes around the city and the Adelaide Plains, before gathering at Bethany. Those who started at Mallala oval consisted of Adelaide Plains Car Club members plus a group from Maitland Auto Preservation Society (MAPS). While some groups opted to negotiate small sections of dirt road, the Mallala group kept their historic cars to sealed roads.

Stopping at Freeling for morning tea, the fellowship and food was so great, the travellers almost forgot to move on. Lost along the way was Windsor locals Brian and Linda Cottell, in their Austin Westminster, who apparently thought Freeling was a good place to stay, and decided to stay put for the rest of the day. Some of the clubs taking part included GVVCVC, MAPS, Northern Auto Restoration Club (NARC), Sporting Car Club, and the Morris Car Club, with vehicles attending from as far afield as Port Pirie, Eudunda, Mt Barker and Morphett Vale. The event is celebrated on the first day of spring each year and is promoted by the Federation of Historic Motor Vehicles SA as “Drive It Day”. Owners of historic cars are encouraged to take them out on this day to give the general public the opportunity to see and appreciate them.

Dennis and Margaret Nation from Mallala and their 1960 Austin Cambridge.

Fred Chapman from Reeves Plains and his 1929 Graham Paige.

MISTAKEN IDENTITY If you didn’t pick it up in last month’s Echo, these cute faces (yes, you too Pug!) are in fact Jacob, Graham and Brodie Phillips, not Williams as the caption read. My apologies guys – Bec O’Brien. Two Wells Echo, November, 2011

The Billabong Pirates, Ellie Luckett, Garth Plackett, Luke Molloy, Shaniya Neindorf and ASL Andrew Ashton, (Jackle).

By Ian Laughton (Radar) VK5KKT Two Wells Scout Group Leader.

Two Wells Scout Group held its annual family Jamboree On The Air (JOTA) camp at the Roonka Water Activities Centre from October 14 - 16. Families from all sections attended, with a total of 84 people enjoying a terrific weekend, jam-packed with fun. The Scouts used the camp as an opportunity to gain two nights, of a required 10, under canvas for the Australian Jamboree. Activities at the camp included, radio, fishing, flying fox, canoeing and raft making. The radio contacts included several from all around Australia with some JOTA stations being heard but not worked from overseas. JOTA is an annual event where Scouting and Guide people communicate with each other all over the world via the Amateur Radio Service, and also over the Internet. Fishing proved a hit with the campers, and many carp were caught. The smiles on the faces said it all. Loud, enthusiastic screams were the order of the day at the flying fox as rider after rider ended up very wet but very happy. Canoeing was also very popular, with many complaining of aching muscles. Rope lashing skills were tested to the limit in the rafting activity on the billabong. The “Billabong Pirates” challenged the

William Copley and Hayden Grundy-Smith having fun in a canoe.

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Calling all scouts! “Team A” to a raft tug of war, only to find themselves comprehensively beaten, (Team A had secretly tied a long rope to their raft with two hiding on shore pulling the rafts their way!) “Cheats, cheats” was the call, amongst all the laughing, from the Billabong Pirates, but when they were reminded that there were no rules, there were smiles and laughter from everyone. This very successful camp was only possible because of the help of all the leaders and parents, who “jumped in” to help with running the camp without being asked. Adrian, VK5AW and his wife, Gloria did a great job helping with the radio. To each and every one of you at the camp joeys, cubs, scouts, leaders and parents, my sincere thanks. I am very proud to be Group Leader of such a great team.

Joey Scout, Alan Ford with his fish; the smile says it all. www.twowellsecho.com.au

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Bec O’Brien

T-BIRDS

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WHO: Two Wells Softball Club “T-Birds” What: Softball skills, friendship and teamwork When: Every Saturday from 12.30pm October – March WHERE: Training at Two Wells Oval Wednesday nights from 5.30pm Games held at Karbeethan Reserve, Angle Vale Rd, Evanston Gardens every week HOW MUCH: Juniors around $150, Seniors around $170, no gate fee each week. Club shirt $30.

hinking of taking up a new sport? Want to try something that’s skilful and strategic, yet fast, fun, team spirited and familyfriendly? Why not give softball a go? Two Wells Softball Club, the T-Birds, was formed in 1982 and is currently the longest running club still a part of the Gawler and Districts Softball Association. Club president Linda Rushton says new members, particularly juniors, are currently needed for this season, and anyone interested should come and give it a go. “We make it really fun,” she said. “We like families to get involved and it’s a really encouraging club, where new players are taught about the game and learn new skills.” Veteran softball player Patti Green, who at 57 is also one of the oldest in the association, relishes the fitness aspect of the game. Patti says she keeps on playing for Two Wells to spend time with her daughter Sally, who is an ex-state softball player. “I think that’s really something special that we get to play together,” she said. Club secretary, Karin Farrugia, says the sport is one anyone can play, no matter what their fitness or skill level. “If you can catch a ball, hit a ball

n Members of the Two Wells T Birds Softball Club are, clockwise from bottom left, Sally Green, Karin Farrugia, Franca Carbone, Alison Eland, Amy Webb, Stephanie Agnello, Jamie Dinham, Sammy Stevenson, Sharon Tavener and Linda Rushton.

Softball

THE FAMILY SPORT

Come and give it a go, say our Two Wells T-Birds and run, you can play,” she said. “And if not, we can teach you. “Softball is also one of the cheapest sports out there.” Linda agreed, saying, unlike other sports, playing softball was affordable and it also didn’t require specific attributes. “You don’t have to be tall, you don’t have to be short, or strong or super fast,” she said. “It’s a low impact sport and anyone can play.”

•This year the club has two senior teams competing, B grade and C grade, with several new players joining from Mallala, after the club there closed down due to a lack of interest. •Unfortunately this season the club does not have enough juniors to field a team. •Linda says the ones who are keen are going to play for the Kangas (based in the Barossa), but will train

with the club at Two Wells during the week. •Games are held every Saturday from October through to March at Karbeethan Reserve, Angle Vale Road, Evanston Gardens, with seniors playing at 12.45pm and 2.30pm every week. •To help raise funds to purchase a pitching machine to assist with trainings, the club is looking at holding a T-Bone night in February next year.

The night is sure to be a great family affair with a band, lots of good food and a range of raffles. The club is looking for businesses to donate items for raffles or to assist with food on the night. how to join: • If you can help in any way, or wish to learn more about the Two Wells Softball Club, please contact president Linda Rushton on 0407608470.

Women’s cricket sets new pace

In its inaugural year of women’s cricket, Two Wells Cricket Club is the only one in the competition to field two women’s teams this season. TWCC president, Michael Dimasis, said it was exciting for the club to have so much interest shown in the women’s teams in its first year. While many of the players had come from other clubs, some locals were taking part too. “This is terrific for the club,” Michael said. “Especially for us to have two teams straight off at our first year of it. “This means there’ll be a game here at Two Wells every week, which is great for the club and the community.” Fielding A and B grade sides, the women’s teams have recently completed their first games, with success for the B grade girls against Modbury. The A grade side lost to Gawler Centrals. Women’s co-ordinator and Two Wells Cricket Club secretary, Leanne Pool, said the teams would play mostly two-day games, with the odd one-day game thrown in.

Leanne has played the past 13 years for Gawler Centrals and is excited to be joining the relaxed atmosphere of the Two Wells club. “I just love cricket,” she said. “And what I really like is teaching kids to play so we can get more women involved in the sport.” Leanne says the women’s teams are still seeking interested players and encourages anyone with an interest to come out and give the sport a go. “A lot of the girls haven’t played before, or haven’t played since school,” she said. “But it doesn’t matter if every ball goes off the pitch. “As long as you have a go and have fun, that’s all that matters.” Women’s cricket is played on a reduced field size, with two-day matches consisting of 32 overs and one-day matches, 16 overs. Games are held every Monday night from 6pm to 8pm at various venues around northern Adelaide.

n For more information contact Leanne Pool on 0402 423 493.

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Competing this season are (back) Stacy Dugmore, Anita Goodman, Rebecca Turner, Denni Drewett, Megan Curry, (middle) Heidi Bergen, Rebecca Pool, Zoe Grant, Rachael Forbes, Nicole Pirri, (front) Jessica Pool, Hayley Dissinger and Leanne Pool. Absent Karen Penhall, Alex Haynes and Steph Aworth. Two Wells Echo, November , 2011

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Super stars of the future awarded Bec O’Brien reports:

If the talent, enthusiasm, and thrill for the game Two Wells youngsters show are anything to go by, our local football and netball club has a great future. The junior members and their families celebrated season 2011 with a sausage sizzle at the grounds on Sunday September 18. At seasons end, the junior colts (under 14s) held their heads high with a preliminary final berth against Mallala. Coached by David Gameau it was an exciting game but unfortunately the team didn’t progress to the grand final. Best and fairest for this team was awarded to Joshua Pellizzari, with Tyler Mills and Harrison Gameau joint runner-ups. Tyler Mills was also given the coaches’ award and Dylan Kotsano the most improved trophy. Coaching the U8 footballers this year was Michael Kotsano, with Joe Cannizzaro and James Lowick taking on the U11 footballers. All players in these teams received participation trophies. In the netball all players in the D grade, who were coached by Penny Slattery, received a participation trophy for their efforts and commitment. The C1s were coached by Nicole McFarlane, with Tayla Oakley crowned best and fairest, Jacinta Deplee runner-up and Sarah Fabrici the coach’s award. Coached by Christine Musolino, the C2s were grand final victors this year, beating Mallala 23 to 16. Best and fairest for the season was Stephanie Seres, with Brooke Humphrys runner-up and Holly Bates the coach’s pick. In the B grade, best and fairest went to Maddy Seccafien, who also won the club’s annual Maureen Waye trophy for highest association votes. Runner-up was won by Zoe Grant, with the coach’s trophy being awarded to Krystal Wilmshurst. Member for Taylor, Leesa Vlahos, donated two inaugural awards to the club this year. The junior netballer and junior footballer Community Spirit Award were presented to Chelsea Daly and Joshua Pellizzari for services to the club besides playing, including volunteering as boundary or court umpires, running water during games, and helping out around the club in the canteen and clubrooms. Congratulations to these two young members.

B grade R/U best and fairest Zoe Grant.

Junior Colts trophy winners, from left, Joshua Pellizzari, Dylan Kotsano, Harry Gameau and Tyler Mills.

C2 trophy winners Holly Bates and Stephanie Seres.

Cs R/U best and fairest Brooke Humphrys.

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“A lot of people think dressage is easy,” she said. “But it’s very, very hard work, it’s very technical, and the challenge of riding dressage is what I love.” To help Tayla and Sara-Jane get to the

championships, the club held a fundraising gymkhana on September 11. The day was a classic gymkhana with hacking, games, jumping and an obstacle course, with a great turnout of riders of all ages, enjoying the fun family day out.

A6 best and fairest Natalie Centener

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Lower Light resident Lynette Bassani had success at the recent South Australian Pinto Association State Championships, with her mare being crowned grand champion in one of the categories. Held at the Mallala Indoor Equestrian Centre on the October long weekend, Lynette’s horse MACA Brooks N Juco, fondly known as Cheyenne, took out the Grand Champion Ridden Pinto over 14 hands. Ridden by longtime friend Rachel Coulter, of Gawler, five-year-old Cheyenne also competed in halter classes with success.

“The friendships that I made and the people that I met over there, as well as representing my state, it was terrific.” Riding two main tests for competition points, Sarah-Jane said she enjoyed the challenge of dressage.

Inaugural Leesa Vlahos Community Spirit Award winners Joshua Pellizzari and Chelsea Daly.

C1 trophy winners Sarah Fabrici, Tayla Oakley and Jacinta Deplee.

A grand champion

• From Back Page Despite the weather being atrocious and the dressage being held outdoors, Sarah-Jane said she loved competing and was thrilled to be part of the senior dressage team. “I really loved the whole event,” she said.

B Grade best and fairest, Maddy Seccafien.

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Riding to stardom n Veronica Betts, pictured on Cheyanne, won the 65cm show jumping event, with Bronwyn Waters (pictured right) placing second.

Jumping for fun

n ABOVE: Fourteen-year-old Two Wells Equestrian and Pony Club member, Tayla Howell and her mount MEC Gameshow, in action during the show jumping event at the National Pony Club Championships, held in Werribee in September. n RIGHT: Senior member, Sarah-Jane Jameson and Reym Galaxy competing in the dressage event at the National Pony Club Championships. Two local riders represented the state at the National Pony Club Championships held in Werribee in September. Two Wells Equestrian and Pony Club members, Tayla Howell and Sarah-Jane Jameson were selected to take part in the junior show jumping and dressage events, respectively. Fourteen-year-old Tayla said it was an amazing experience to be a part of such a huge event, and was proud of the team’s effort at the championships. “Overall it was a very fun and exciting week,” she said. “It was a really great experience.”

n Taking part in the MILO In2Cricket program at Two Wells Oval were (front) Brodie Read, Jacob Pellizzari, Ryan Dimasi, Riley Plane, Julius Centenera and Harrison Devlin. Pictured back is SACA In2Cricket coordinator Josephine Imbrogno, Joshua Plane, Two Wells In2Cricket coordinator Francis Pellizzari, Jhai Slattery and Karli Slattery.

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REPORT: By Bec O’Brien The championships were held from September 24 to October 1, with the South Australian junior show jumping team coming away with the bronze medal in third place. Tayla and her horse, MEC Gameshow, have only been partners since April, but the pair combined well throughout the competition. “On the Thursday and Friday we had our two championship rounds,” Tayla said.

“These were built by the very well known course designer and horse rider, Leeson Sirret. “Both courses rode very well but were very challenging, with triple bars out the corners, three doubles and very wide oxers. “I was really nervous to start off with but once we saw the courses they weren’t too hard, but still challenging.” Sarah-Jane was also competing at the championships for the first time and participated in the dressage event with her horse Reym Galaxy. n Continued page 19

The Two Wells Equestrian and Pony Club held its annual freshman show jumping event on Sunday October 9, with a good turnout of riders from a range of clubs participating in the fun, casual event. The day was an opportunity for riders to learn more about show jumping and for horses new to the discipline to be introduced to the event. About 50 riders took part in the open day, with events including 65cm, 75cm, 85cm and 95cm. Local member Veronica Betts took out the day’s first event, the 65cm class, on her mount Cheyanne, with another local, Bronwyn Waters second on Windalow Cheeky, and third was Kristy Dodd on Shine. In the 75cm event, Veronica Betts and Cheyanne again came away with the blue ribbon, with Holly Buck on Warlord second. In the 85cm event first place went to Two Wells member Chelsea Jordan, riding Mr Smooth, second was Caitlin Vozzo on Sasha and third was Jason on Monty. Chelsea Jordan also won

the 95cm event, again on Mr Smooth, and was the only rider who made the jump off in this event. The show jumping day was also an opportunity for interested people to take part in a course-building program. Around 15 people took up the opportunity to learn about building show jumping courses, with the day being the first component of the course.

n Kristy Dodd and Shine competing in the 75cm show jumping event, where they placed third.

Get In2 cricket! Calling all young budding cricketers! Now is the time to hit the field and be part of the MILO In2Cricket craze. The MILO In2Cricket program offers children five to 10 years the opportunity to learn cricket skills like batting, bowling, catching and throwing, in a safe, friendly and fun environment. Two Wells local, Francis Pellizzari is coordi-

nating the program this year, with all children registered receiving a starter pack consisting of a backpack, cricket bat, soft rubber cricket ball, t-shirt, and bucket hat, as well as MILO giveaways. In2Cricket will be held at the Two Wells Oval every Wednesday from 5.30pm to 6.30pm during this school term, with registration costing $60 per child.

Participants are now able to register online, just head to in2cricket. com.au for registration details and further information, or contact Two Wells Cricket Club president, Michael Dimasi on 0409977191. The MILO in2Cricket program is strongly supported by Cricket Australia and the South Australian Cricket Association (SACA).

Two Wells Echo, November 2011