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The Riverlea dream

Developer’s new plan: Buckland Park evolves WALKER Corporation has unveiled new plans for the $2 billion Riverlea master-planned community at Buckland Park. The new plans come as part of a fundamental review of the project’s timing, scope and structure to ensure it complements the Playford Growth Project and incorporates new elements including a three-hectare lake. Executive chairman, Lang Walker, said the vision for Riverlea had evolved rapidly over the last six months after a decision to build a neighbourhood centre at the heart of the 1340-hectare precinct and expand residential al-

lotments around the community hub. “While the review has delayed some progress on the ground, our focus has sharpened on the design, features and evolution of Riverlea as a master planned community over the next 30 years,” Mr Walker said. “At the same time, government has introduced a series of new initiatives designed to accommodate population growth in Adelaide’s northern suburbs and ensure the necessary infrastructure is in place to meet the demands of South Australians.” Riverlea will be nearly 50 times the size of Adelaide’s Botanical Gardens,

n THE proposed development, from the air, and the shopping precinct. more than twice the size of Mawson Lakes and the same size as Mount Gambier. Its development will transform the region, bringing new challenges for local councils. Mr Walker said Stage One of the project – to be known as Riverlea Park – would include two schools, a neighbourhood centre, open space, walking and cycling trails and an aquifer storage recovery water body as a lake. Plans for Stage One have been lodged with the appropriate authorities for consideration and review n CONTINUED PAGE 2

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Calisthenics trio for Darwin

Three local girls are heading to Darwin this month as part of the state’s calisthenics development Korunye teams taking part in the Northern Territory calisthenics championships. Lower Light Competing in the Frangipani Cup, Tayla Simons, 10, has been selected in the Junior Pink team, Brooke Ayris, 12, in the Junior Purple team, and Tenelle Simons, 13, in the Intermediate Purple team. Ward Belt All the girls are students at Two Wells Primary Lewiston School Gawler and have been competing in calisthenics Two Wells Middle events for at least the past six years. Beach The two-day competition at the Darwin ConvenGawler River tion Centre from September 21-22 will test the girls’ Port Gawler skills in a variety of calisthenics genres, including march, rods, exercises, rhythmical, song and dance, MacDonald Buckland Port Gawler Park Penfield Virginia Park Munno aesthetics. Para Conservation Andrews and Gardens Park Farm Up to 12 girls are chosen for each team from Penfield calisthenics clubs across the state, with Brooke repWaterloo RAAF Base resenting the Northern Districts Calisthenics Club, Corner Edinburgh Elizabeth and Tayla and Tenelle the Jem Calisthenics Club. While Tayla also was selected for the event last Two Wells and Lewiston, Middle Beach, year, it will be the first time Tenelle and Brooke have Lower Light, Port Gawler, Buckland Park, represented South Australia. and Virginia. “The teams are put together to give the girls opportunities at a state level to increase their skills,” proud mum, Jodie Simons, said. Phone 8862 1977 “They will compete against seven other teams FACSIMILE 8862 1997 from Darwin (and) have practised weekly in PlymNEWS editor@twowellsecho.com.au pton as a team for three hours every Saturday from SALES sales@twowellsecho.com.au March this year.” internet www.twowellsecho.com.au Before the girls head to Darwin they will perform deadlines Advertising and Editorial closes at the Royalty Theatre in Adelaide on Friday, Sep5 pm the last Wednesday of the month. tember 13, at 6pm.

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Representing South Australia at the upcoming Northern Territory calisthenics championships are Brooke Ayris, Tayla Simons and Tenelle Simons.

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School Service Officers (SSO’s) at Two Wells primary school were honoured for their efforts at a special morning tea last month. In recognition of national School Service Officer week, staff thanked the team and presented them with

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a small gift and certificate for their dedication. T W P S p r i n c i p a l , Ly n d a Fitzpatrick-Brown said the week was an opportunity to celebrate nonteaching staff and acknowledge their many contributioms.

The Riverlea dream • From page 1 “We look forward to working with the City of Playford and the State government on delivering South Australia’s largest master-planned community,” Mr Walker said. Walker Corporation has already invested more than $50 million in building the necessary infrastructure around the precinct to enable the supply of gas, water and power to future homes and businesses located in the precinct. Walker Corporation General Manager, Communities, David Mann, said capital works including the movement of more than 630,000 cubic metres of soil on site would get underway once all approvals for Stage One of the project had been granted. “Stage One will incorporate the delivery of the neighbourhood centre, more than 500 allotments and a new intersection on Port Wakefield Road,” Mr Mann said. The refined plans followed signifi-

cant market research which showed buyers were seeking ‘value for money’ property opportunities rather than a mix of affordable and premium homes. “Understanding buyer sentiment is an ongoing process and we continue to talk with planning experts and prospective purchasers about what they want to see at Riverlea – from the shape of the neighbourhoods to the amenities that must be part of each stage,” Mr Mann said. Riverlea has been the focus of a comprehensive water management strategy prepared by Adelaide-based engineers Wallbridge and Gilbert. Centrepiece of this strategy is the creation of a lake system and a network landscaped waterways running through the Riverlea precinct that will ensure stormwater is retained for use across the residential development. An estimated 80 per cent of water that falls on the Riverlea site will be recycled and collected for use by residents. Two Wells Echo, September, 2013

echo 3 n AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPS AND $40,000 COST, DCM DECIDES:

Now it’s three wards, one councillor gone District Council of Mallala’s lengthy, expensive and drawn-out Elector Representation Review has finally come to a conclusion, with councillors opting to revert back to a previously proposed three-ward model following a meeting on Monday night. The review has been a contentious issue for both councillors and residents, with an independent consultant earlier in the year putting forward a number of models for council to consider. First option for DCM councillors to consider was to have no wards and nine councillors, plus a mayor elected by the community; the alternative was three wards comprising three representatives for each ward and a mayor elected by the community. Each option would see the total number of councillors reduced from 11 to 10. At council’s April 22 meeting councillors voted in favour of keeping the ward structure. However, following community consultation indicating support was for no wards, this decision was overturned at its June 24 meeting and community consultation was again sought, this time on abolishing wards altogether. DCM chief executive officer, Charles Mansueto, said at the time, the decision reflected councillors’ concerns the proposed three-ward model was not fair. “There’s pros and cons on each model,”

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Mr Mansueto had said. “But it really comes down to what the electors think is a fair representation for the district. “The proposed Mallala/Dublin ward was still too big on its own, in terms of area, for three councillors to cover. “Also, because of the proposed growth in Two Wells it would be very likely council would have to undertake another electoral review in two or three years time if they persisted with a ward structure.” But at Monday night’s meeting councillors again changed their mind, preferring to vote in favour of a motion put forward by Cr Daniele in support of the three-ward option. Cr Daniele said having represented the community on council for more than 35 years it was important for residents to know who to go to in their area with council-related concerns. “If you have got a problem you go to the people you know,” he told his fellow councillors. “I’ve been representing the people of Two Wells for almost 38 years (and) I believe in what I’m doing, to improve the area where I live. “That’s where you get the best representa-

tion, where you know the people you are representing, that’s why I believe wards should remain.” Cr Keen seconded the motion. Cr Strudwicke voted in favour of the motion but had this to say: “I think we have to go with the community with what they say, but I think it’s a really unsatisfactory model and it’s going to unfairly disadvantage the councillors in the north in terms of the area that they have to represent.” The motion was passed, with Cr Wasley calling a division. He was the only councillor to vote against the motion. Cr Picard was absent for the meeting. DCM chief executive officer, Charles Mansueto, said following advice from the consultant, council would not have to go to public consultation again with this option as it has already been out to the community. “It’s good that the process as been finalised and things can be set in place for the November 2014 elections,” Mr Mansueto said. So, to spell it out – DCM will adopt a three- ward structure at the 2014 elections to be held in November. Each ward will comprise three councillors. The community will elect the mayor and the new ward names will be Lewiston, Two Wells and Mallala/Dublin. The review has taken months and cost council more than $40,000.

Pat and her pals leave opposition in their wake These two gorgeous kelpies are top dogs again, taking out three titles between them at the recent Dogs SA State Herding Association Championships. Lewiston resident, owner and trainer, Pat Wake, has been working with Doritos and Twistie since they were young dogs, herding both sheep and ducks, under the watchful eye of local dog trainer Colin Meaney. Over the course of the championships, held at Rosedale, near Gawler, on August 23 and 24, Pat and her dogs were challenged to complete two different courses. The first was working five sheep or ducks through a range of obstacles in a paddock situation. The second was herding three sheep or ducks over a shorter course in a 40x60m area. Each dog and their trainer are allowed two runs for each course, and are given 10 minutes to complete a single run. Points are deducted for going outside the defined course, not keeping the stock together and behavior, with the highest score out of 100 for each run. The team with the highest score in the competition over the two days is named winner. This year Doritos was awarded the Overall Most Versatile Herder as well as the Champion Herder for Lewiston’S Pat Wake, with her champion kelpies Doritos (left) and Twistie. sheep work and qualified in seven of his eight trials. This is the second year in a “Keeping on the job the whole time Twistie was named State Champion is hard work. row Pat has been successful at the Herder for her skill in herding ducks. “It’s enjoyable, but the focus for the championships, with Twistie taking out “You can imagine how chuffed I am dog and the handler, it’s actually quite a the 2012 State Herding Champion title with both my lovely Kelpies,” Pat said. lot of hard work.” for her work with sheep. “I could not ask any more from them. Two Wells Echo, September, 2013

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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.

basketball 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 Whether you have played lawn bowls before or not, why not give it a go at Two Wells? We are looking for ladies, men and juniors, with or without lawn bowls experience, to join our Club. We need at least three more lady bowlers to maintain our ladies team who play on Thursdays. The match times allow for school drop off and pick up. Wednesday afternoon is men’s day and on Saturdays it is mixed gender. If you are interested in joining in next season, please call the Secretary, Irene, on 0417 810 029. The Clubrooms at Old Port Wakefield Road are available for hire and have excellent bar facilities.

Calisthenics 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.

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 info ph 8520 2500.

Church times Anglican Church Services St Peter’s Mallala 1st Sunday of the Month 10am Sept 1, Oct 6 & Nov 3 St Paul’s Two Wells 10am September 8, 15, 22 & 29 10am October 13, 20 & 27 Contact: Di Meaney 8520 2308

Two Wells / Virginia Catholic Church invites residents to attend its weekly services. Held at St Josephs, Two Wells 8.30am or Our Lady of the Assumption, Virginia 10am. All are welcome. Parish Priest: Fr Pham Anh Hao (08) 8380 9029. Two Wells Uniting Church, Gawler Road. Services are held every Sunday from 10.30am, including Sunday School for the children. All welcome

Two Wells Lutheran Church, services contact Salisbury office 8281 2976 for further info. Uniting Chapel Virginia, Phineas St, Virginia. Service time: Sundays 10:30am. Simple, welcoming, inspiring. 8522 5269 www. unitingchapel.org.au

Children’s centre Two Wells Community Children’s Centre, 27a Gawler Road, Two Wells. Community-based, 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 8520 2358.

Community bus Community Bus, return trip to Elizabeth City Shopping Centre, Only $5.00 return (kids free), Next bus: September 20, 2013. 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.

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

Community centre T WO W E L L S C O M M U N I T Y 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.

craft shop The Craft Shop, TWO WELLS COURT HOUSE, Quality 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 Fri 9.30am to 4pm, Sat 9.30am to 1pm. Closed Sun & Mon.

Equestrian & Pony club Adelaide Plains Equestrian Club Inc. Rallies on the fourth Sunday of the month. To find location and upcoming events go to www. freeteams/APEC/ or contact John Newton on 0427 153 570.

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.

flag Families Learning and 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 Friday in begining of school term 2, Uniting Church Hall, Gawler Road. For more information please contact Tanya Wilson 0438 202 840, Narelle Copley 0439 837 099, Colleen Sheedy-Palethorpe 0417 899 968.

Golf club Two Wells Golf Club, McPharlin Road Lewiston [extn of Bethesda Rd]. 18 holes Scrapes course open April to October. Competitions; Tuesdays Ladies day, tee-off 9-9.30am. Thursdays, Mixed comp. followed by bbq lunch, 9 am tee-off. Saturdays Mixed Comp. tee-off from 11 am. Membership available Phone Club 85202607 or Secretary Ian Telfer 0413 870270

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.

landcare 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.

kennel & obedience club 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.

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.

Play group Two Wells Play Group, every Friday morning except Public Holidays, 9:15am to 11am 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: Ree Roden 8520 3773.

RSL Two Wells RSL Sub Branch, Main Street, Two Wells, Ph: 8520 2826, Open: Wednesdays 9am to Noon and Friday 4pm to 7pm, Subscriptions for 2014 are being taken from October 1, 2013. The Sub Branch will be closed from Friday December 20, 2013 and will reopen on Friday January 31, 2014. The Office will close Dec 20, 2013 & open Jan 29, 2014. Contact Tony: 0412 773 111, John: 0411 894 245.

scouts 1St Two Wells scout group, PO Box 427 Two Wells SA 5501. Cub Scouts - Tuesday, 6.30pm to 8pm. Joey Scouts - Thursday 5.30pm to 6.45pm. Scouts - Thursday 7pm to 9pm. Group leader Ian Laughton Phone 0403 976 984.

Time Out Group Time Out Group at Two Wells. Meet Wednesday fortnightly, from 10am to 12 noon. In the Hart Memorial Hall, Two Wells. September 11 & 25. October 9 & 23.Contact Di Meaney 8520 2308.

Two Wells Blue Light 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.

UCA Op shop Two Wells Uniting Church treasure trove op shop, opening times, Mon, Wed & Fri 9am to 4pm and Tue, Thur, Sat 9am to 12noon. Open all school holidays, come in and browse, uniting church hall drew street, two wells, contact Pam Duncan 8520 2764 any time for information.

Uniting church Uniting Church Adult 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.

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

yoga YOGA, Classes are at the Two Wells Catholic Church Hall are held on Mondays 7pm to 8:15pm. Enquiries to Diane 8520 2308 or 0427 616 301.

Red Cross Two Wells Red Cross meets on the first Tuesday of every month at the Catholic Church Hall, Two Wells at 1.30pm. All are welcome. Contact Jasmin Daniele on 8520 2233 for further information.

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echo 5 n UNI SA ‘EXTENDS THE CLASSROOM’ TO HELP COUNCIL IN ITS QUEST Bec O’Brien reports: Students from the University of South Australia and Adelaide University will put theory into practice to gain real-life work experience while helping the District Council of Mallala and the Salt Creek Working Party investigate options to improve boating and recreational access at Salt Creek, Middle Beach. Students met with working party members on site on Monday, August 26, to initiate the first of a number of studies students will be engaged to undertake. The initiative, developed by DCM’s strategic projects co-ordinator, Carol Muzyk, will provide students from a variety of courses with the opportunity to be part of finding a solution for what has been a long standing problem for boat and recreational users at Salt Creek. “Finding a solution to the access issues at Salt Creek is a complex one,” Ms Muzyk said, “There are a number of studies that need to be undertaken. “These include environmental, hydrological and social impact studies.” In consultation with university staff the project has been divided up into small packages of work which students can undertake as part of their university assignments. For the students this provides the opportunity to apply his or her knowledge in environmental impact assessment on a real life project rather than on a textbook case study. From the university’s perspective, the project is a means of extending

Finding the Salt Creek solution

the classroom and building partnerships with council. UniSA EIA lecturer, Wil Van Deur, says around 75 students will be involved in the project over an extended period, and believes it is a win-win for all parties concerned. “The students involved are getting the chance to look at the real

world,” Mr Van Deur said. “And what’s most important is the council is actually embracing the role that universities can play.” For Two Wells resident and Salt Creek Working Party member, Malcolm Frost, these important first steps towards improving the health of, and access to, Salt Creek have been a

very long time coming. Mr Frost is keen for any studies done by the students to take into consideration the recreational activities that were once done in the area. “The impact of this area, in my opinion, having lived here for a very long time, is the social amenity,” he told the students.

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Never too young to open a book! National Reading Hour was celebrated at Two Wells Public Library on Friday, August 23. Members of Families Learning and Growing (FLAG) took part, with library assistant, Di Henwood, reading a number of fiction stories to the eager young audience. Two Wells Primary School also participated, with an evening two-hour reading session at the school library on the Saturday. Children and families came dressed in PJs, dressing gowns and slippers, and settled in for a couple of hours of shared reading. All involved had a great night.

Members of the Salt Creek Remediation Working party, including (shown centre rear) John Drexel, DCM CEO Charles Mansueto, DCM strategic projects co-ordinator Carol Muzyk, Malcolm Frost, Barb Reid and Mark Wasley, met with University of South Australia students last month in the first of what will be many steps towards improving boating and recreational access at the Middle Beach creek.

What we can do for you Supporting Community Groups What we can do for you • FLAG will be celebrating its 10th birthday with a reunion-party at the Uniting Church hall, Two Wells on Friday, October 4, from 10am – noon. All past and present members of FLAG are

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invited; please bring something to share for morning tea. Contact Tanya Wilson on 0438 202 840, Narelle Copely, 0439 837 099, or Colleen Sheedy–Palethorpe, 0417 899 968. See you there!

n Taking part in this year’s National Reading Hour event are, from front left, AJ Copley, Ameleah Whitworth, Isabelle Milner, Steven Robinson, Isabel Copley, and Bayleigh McColl, with library assistant, Di Henwood and Brodie McColl at rear.

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Planning starts on coast protection District Council of Mallala is seeking help from the community to provide vital information for its Coastal Settlements Adaptation Study, which is currently being undertaken. DCM, in collaboration with the University of South Australia, has commissioned the study to identify strategies to address predicted sea level rise, frequent flooding and coastal erosion in the towns of Thompson Beach, Webb Beach, Middle Beach and Parham. The study started last month with the gathering of information about the settlement history of the four towns and past flood events, but there are gaps in the information.

At its August meeting DCM approved the draft version of the Coastal Settlements Adaptation Study-State of Play Report and a Community Engagement Strategy, which will seek additional information from the community and direct when and how information about the study is to be released. “Council wants to ensure that the views and considerations of the residents of Thompson Beach, Middle Beach, Webb Beach and Parham are considered when determining the most appropriate options,” DCM strategic projects coordinator, Carol Muzyk, said. A second report will provide clear recommendations on the benefits, risks and costs associ-

ated with the recommended response strategies for each of the four settlements. “The study results will enable the community, council, and state government to plan appropriately for the short and long term future of these four coastal settlements,” Ms Muzyk added. WORKSHOP Council will soon write to residents of the four towns and invite them to a workshop to hear more about the study and enable the community to provide information needed to complete the study. The draft State of Play Report is available on Council’s website www.mallala.sa.gov.au.

THOMPSON Beach resident Norm Trestrail organised a community meeting in January this year to raise concerns about a beachfront levee for the town. He is showing an area of the town levee where pegs and tape dispalyed proposed changes. – File photo.

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District Council of Mallala mayor, Duncan Kennington (rear centre) with some of the local artists taking part in this year’s South Australian Living Arts Festival. Pictured from left are Don Morcom, Pat Thompson, and Bev Molloy, with Ellen Steyn and Judith Verner seated.

At home with art Promoting and highlighting local artists was once again the main goal of this year’s South Australian Living Arts (SALA) festival, which was held last month. District Council of Mallala promoted our local artists at Two Wells Public Library on Wednesday, August 7. DCM mayor, Duncan Ken-

nington, who opened the exhibition, praised eight local artists, showcasing a range of mediums from craft and painting to quilting and sketching. More than 30 items could be viewed at venues around the district. Some works were for sale, with others simply for residents to enjoy and marvel at.

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Heading to Two Wells later this month as part of the town’s popular library author events is suspense writer Diane Hester. New to the writing world, Diane will share her journey and her debut novel “Run To Me” at Two Wells Bowling Club on Thursday, September 26. Before starting her career in writing, Diane was a professional violinist. Born in New York, she played in the Rochester Philharmonic, before securing a position in the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra in 1978. Now residing in a small farm outside Port Lincoln with

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her family, Diane has explored other creative outlets including gardening, spinning, knitting and carpentry – even running a donkey sanctuary – before discovering writing. Her debut novel “Run To Me” released in March this year, combines a love of Hitchcockstyle suspense with memories of summer vacations in New England, her favourite place on earth. • To secure a free ticket, which includes afternoon tea, contact Two Wells Public Library on 8520 2100 or email library@ mallala.sa.gov.au but get in quick, as these events are very popular and seats are limited.

ach month I will highlight a specific weed problem that is of concern within our region. Gazanias are one of those plants that may look good in your garden, but we (Landcare members) have noticed this species is moving into our reserves and along some of our roads sides. Gazanias (pictured) flower all year round but predominantly in spring and summer. Flower heads can be 6-12cm across, and the stalk height can reach up to 30cm. One flower can produce 60 or more seeds which are predominately dispersed by wind; seed can be spread up to 1km away, and can also spread by sending out rhizomes creating new plants. This plant is highly invasive, especially within our coastal environments. It can rapidly out compete native plants leading to a decline in biodiversity. This plant can and will take over your property if left unchecked. Gazanias are a tough, low-growing perennial herb. They grow in clumps and can also form dense carpets. Pest plants are estimated to cost Australian agriculture $4.2 billion and the natural environment $2.5 billion per annum. Health impacts are also significant with some being toxic to humans, native animals and livestock. If you have a weed issue within our region, I am confident there will be other property owners who are also faced with a similar weed issue. Let us know so we can showcase the weed threats of our region, and in this way we can all work together to protect and manage our region’s natural environment. I would also recommend this web site www.amlrnrm.sa.gov.au (Adelaide and Mount Lofty Ranges Natural Resource Management Board). Here you will find a range of fact sheets providing identification and control techniques for common problem weeds in our region. Learn about coastal region Our region’s coastal landscapes are one of our greatest environmental assets. These landscapes have evolved over thousands of years and remain largely untouched. Unfortunately, this cannot be said

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for the coastal environments along the Adelaide coastline. With uncontrolled urban development the environment is always the first to go, but there is one such coastal landscape that has withstood the pressure from urban development. The Tennyson dunes, a small but very important fragmented coastal landscape is one of the last remaining coastal sand dunes remaining within the inner Adelaide region. The Tennyson dunes is located near West Lakes. I recently received an open invitation for anyone interested in viewing and learning about one of Adelaide’s most significant pre-European Barrier Costal Dunes. This is an opportunity to learn about the geological importance of the Tennyson dunes and of the plants, animals and birdlife that live and depend on this unique ecological hot spot. With special guest Professor Chris Daniels, (Urban Ecologist University of South Australia) and Professor Victor Gostin (Geologist University of Adelaide) together with the Tennyson dunes volunteers you will be able to see what this group is doing to conserve this fragile and fragmented costal landscape for future generations. The Tennyson Dunes open day is Sunday September 15 from 11am – 2pm. Walks leave from the Tennyson Dunes car park, Military Road, Tennyson. For further information contact www.tennyson.org.au. Snake awareness Two wells, Lewiston and Districts Landcare group has secured funding from Adelaide Mount Lofty Ranges Natural Resource Management Board (AMLRNRMB) to hold a number of snake awareness courses. These free, half-day workshops will be held at the following venues: Roseworthy Campus, Two Wells and Mallala. Contact Pat for more information Pat.Wake@tafesa.edu.au. Two Wells Echo, September, 2013

Federal Electoral Division of Federal election: Saturday, September 7, 2013

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR ELECTORATE

he Federal Election is on this Saturday, September 7, with polling booths around the country opening from 8am until 6pm. Residents from areas around Two Wells, Lewiston, Angle Vale and Virginia will be voting for candidates in the Wakefield electorate. This includes the seven people seeking election to become a Member of the House of Representatives and numerous candidates for the Senate. As a service to voters, the Echo presents this snapshot of MHR candidates.

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Wakefield is a large electorate, covering an area of about 6407 square kilometres from Adelaide’s northern suburbs of Salisbury, Craigmore, Elizabeth and Munno Para, extending to the mid north as far as the Clare and Gilbert Valley areas. The towns of Virginia, Gawler, Two Wells, Port Wakefield, Balaklava, Clare, Kapunda, Riverton, Watervale, Auburn, Hamley Bridge, Owen, Mallala, Freeling, Tarlee and Williamstown are also included in this electorate. Standing for Family First is Paul Coombe, a moulder and core maker who has worked in foundries as well as in administrative roles in the public service. He was the Family First candidate in this seat at the 2010 Federal election, and contested the local state seat of Taylor at the South Australian Election earlier the same year. Tony Musolino of Katter’s Australian Party, is a married father of five, who has spent his working life supporting his family and building businesses in the agricultural and manufacturing sectors. He has spent many years living and working in the electorate of Wakefield, and continues to regularly visit family and friends from Virginia to Williamstown. As a dairy farmer in the 1980s, and a small business owner and employee in the manufacturing sector over the last 20 years, Mr Musolino has seen firsthand the devastating impact the decline of once strong industries has had as more and more production and jobs have gone overseas. He says it is clear Australians from all walks of life have been let down by both sides of politics.

WHERE TO VOTE

Voting centres in the Wakefield electorate are open from 8am at the following primary schools: Two Wells, Virginia, Angle Vale and Mallala, and also St Columba College at Andrews Farm. If you wish to vote prior to September 7, the closest pre-voting centres are at Unit 1/ 3 Elizabeth Way, Elizabeth, or Senior Citizens Clubrooms in Murray Street, Nuriootpa. Dino Musolino is standing for the Palmer United Party. He is currently a market vegetable grower with an Advanced Diploma of Horticulture, and has been the managing director of four companies. Mr Musolino has won a variety of awards, including the City of Munno Para Citizen of the Year award, The Premiers Food Award for Excellence, and the inaugural AUS Veg National Australia Bank Grower of the Year award. In 1997, he was elected as a councillor for the City of Playford. He firmly believes in creating a “fairer” Australia and believes his experience will allow him to effectively represent the people of Wakefield. n NO matter who wins the Federal election or the seat of Wakefield, the October Echo will interview the Member for Wakefield on the changed political scene.

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The Wakefield electorate is named after Edward Gibbon Wakefield, whose ideas for the ideal structure of a colonial society were the basis for the colonisation of South Australia. Wakefield was traditionally a rural electorate, and had been won by Labor only twice between 1903 and 2004. An electoral determination based on population statistics, ahead of the 2004 election, caused South Australia to lose a seat, that of the safe Labor seat of Bonython, reducing SA to 11 seats. The subsequent redistribution drew Wakefield into the northern suburbs of Adelaide, taking in large parts of the abolished Bonython seat, thus transforming Wakefield from a safe Liberal rural seat to a more marginal urban/rural mixed electorate. This new “mixed” Wakefield was first contested in 2004 as a marginal Labor electorate, and was defended by Labor’s sitting Bonython MP, Martyn Evans. He was defeated at the 2004 election by Liberal David Fawcett, who in 2007 lost to Labor’s Nick Champion as the Rudd government was elected to office. Mr Champion also held the seat in 2010. According to the 2011 Census profile, Wakefield electorate has the nation’s third highest proportion of workforce employees in manufacturing, lowest proportion of residents with university qualifications, and third highest proportion of single parent families. It also has SAs highest proportion of children aged 0-4.

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Sitting Labor MP, Nick Champion, gained this seat for Labor in the 2007 election, and will be challenged in 2013 by six other candidates, including Liberals’ Tom Zorich. Nick Champion, 41, grew up in Kapunda before moving to Adelaide where he completed a Bachelor of Arts at the Salisbury campus of the University of South Australia. In 1994 he joined the Shop Distributive and Allied Employees Association and was later employed as an official. He was the President of the SA branch of the ALP in 2005-6 and has completed a Graduate Diploma in Communication from the University of SA. Before his election win in 2007, Mr Champion worked as a Sport and Recreation policy adviser for the Rann Government. Nick Champion’s main rival for the 2013 election is Liberal candidate, Tom Zorich. A former Central Districts footballer and club President, 60 year-old Mr Zorich and his family have operated Sportspower and other retail outlets in the Elizabeth, Gawler and Munno Para areas for more than 25 years. He also worked in the oil industry and operated an Ampol garage in the Riverland before returning to Adelaide. Mr Zorich also recently served on Gawler Council. S h e r r e e Clay is standing for the Australian Greens. She is a single mother of two and a passionate community activist who stands up for single parents, quality education and the environment. Ms Clay believes in supporting local business, agriculture and tourism to build a stronger Wakefield. Independent Mark Aldridge, 47, is a local family business owner and describes himself as an avid civil and Animal rights campaigner, owning a Native Wild life Sanctuary with his wife. Previous elections contested include the Senate in 2001 and 2010 as an Independent, and in 2007 as a One Nation candidate. He also contested the 2002 and 2010 South Australian elections and the 2010 Ramsay by-election as an Independent.

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Regional health hubs are vital if people in rural areas are to receive the same level of health services as city-dwellers, according to a report released by Family First. Party spokesperson Bob Day said health hubs need to be established in seven regions around South Australia - Port Lincoln, Port Augusta, Port Pirie, the Barossa Valley, the Riverland, Murray Bridge and the South East to ensure people don’t have to travel to Adelaide all the time for specialised health treatment.

“As people get older, their ability to travel is reduced,” said Day. “If people living in rural areas are to receive the same level of health care as those living in Adelaide, then the health hubs will need a full compliment of health services. That includes mental health, suicide prevention, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machines, as well as the full range of health professionals - doctors, nurses and other allied health workers. For example, at present there is only one

MRI machine outside of Adelaide, compared to dozens in rural Victoria! “We need to design our health system for the benefit of those who use the system, not those who run it,” said Day. “Rural life is being torn to shreds. In some country towns you have to wait six weeks to see a doctor.” The maternity unit at the Millicent hospital for example, must not be closed. In fact there needs to be more obstetric services around the State, not less.

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Most members of parliament these days are either ex-union officials, political staffers or lawyers. In a report released this week, Family First Party spokesperson Bob Day said it was to Australia’s detriment that most of our politicians have never had a job in the real world. “They go to university, get a job working for a politician or a union and then become politicians themselves. The disastrous results of their lack of real world experience is there for all to see. “Whilst the rest of us have been out earning a living and working in the real

world making things, growing things and building things, today’s MPs have been busy working their way up the political ladder ingratiating themselves and gaining the patronage of the power brokers in their respective parties. It’s a power game to them. Once they become members of parliament they don’t listen to anyone outside of politics. “They don’t know what they don’t know. “Before deciding who to vote for at this election, I would strongly recommend you inquire if your local MP or candidate has ever had a proper job!” Family First MP Robert Brokenshire... farmer

Older people are the glue which holds our communities together, said Family First spokesman Bob Day. “Their involvement as volunteers and in the care of grandchildren enriches us all. “It is important that they experience a good quality of life both while they are active and when their need for care is greater,” he said Family First is advocating for an increase in the aged pension to help older people cope with the dramatic increase in water and power prices. “Some of our oldies are finding it a bit hard going. They’re doing it tough,” he said. “What we are hearing is that they would like to stay in their own homes as long as possible but when this is no longer an option they are finding it difficult to get into aged care. They are unsure who the agedcare providers are, what services they offer and what it all costs,” he said. A significant growth in aged care residential facilities and services in Australia has resulted in older people and their families being not across all the details.

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Hayley Walton, Zoe Boobyer and Madison Innes. TWPS staff got into the spirit of the day by dressing up as their favourite characters. ABOVE: TWPS teachers, Mike Hawkey and Adam Claridge went all out for Book Week this year. TWPS Year 3 student Zayd Cope was a standout (left). Dressed as Cat in the Hat and Harry Potter were Tenelle Simons and Madison Hoppo (right).

RIGHT: Madison Gort, Carla Harris and Sarah Wood.

Two Wells Primary o If you happened to be driving down the main street of Two Wells on Wednesday August 21 you would have been treated to a colourful sight of hundreds of children dressed as characters from much loved books, nursery rhymes and movies. o The metamorphous was all part of Book Week celebrations, with the staff and students celebrating in high spirits. o The annual parade through the streets of the town is a highlight of the year for many students, and lots of parents and residents lined the street to wave them by. o Afterwards everyone gathered in the school’s gym and watched as each class paraded past and showed

off their fun, clever and inspiring costumes. o There were witches and pirates galore, fairies, villains, lots of people dressed as horse riders and every kind of superhero you can imagine. o There were a few Cat in the Hats, Thing 1 and Thing 2 dropped by, Pruella from 101 Dalmations, and Clifford the big red dog was there too. o The parade was just one of many activities throughout the week in recognition of Book Week and its theme of Reading Across the Universe. o Earlier in the week, students were treated to a visit by author Carol Shannon, who spoke about her book, Dusky Languars at the Zoo.

Principal Lynda Fitzpatrick-Brown (centre) with staff members Michelle Renaglia (left) and Allison Landherr BELOW LEFT: Former students, Stephanie Seres and Jackie Zachoryj. BELOW RIGHT: Year 1 student Noah Williams reflects this year’s theme of Reading Across the Universe.

Year 6/7 TWPS students Jayden Day and Ryley Cummings were tigeriffic in their costumes.

Bookweek Beauties Virginia year 2 students Lochie, Henry and Isabella.

Virginia students Patrick, Angie, Oliver and Hayley proudly show their costumes.

Huan, Valentino, Jennifer and Tyla looked splendid at VPS’s Book Week parade on Thursday August 22.

Librarian, Wendy Pezzaniti, sought costume inspiration from “The Terrible Suitcase”.

ABOVE: Clowns Tayla and Annabella brought a smile to everyone’s face.

Preschool students Cristian, Soraya and Zoe.

LEFT: Charlie as Jack Sparrow with fellow VPS student Amber.

Virginia Primary Not too old for dress-ups were primary school students Francesca, Lauren, Grace, Courtney and Calvin. Two Wells Echo, September, 2013

Where’s The Green Sheep, also known as Hoan, and fellow student Madison.

o It was smiles all round as staff and students at Virginia Primary School celebrated Book Week on Thursday August 22. o Dressed as their favourite book, movie or nursery rhyme characters - or just dressed up for fun – everyone, including the

Preschool students, paraded around in the community centre to show off their costumes. o Many were dressed according to this year’s theme of Reading Across the Universe, others came as fairytale characters, others still in animal costumes. o Everyone had a great time. www.twowellsecho.com.au

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Birthday Delight!

Enjoying the Blue Light were Rosmary Edwards, Shania Shipton-Burns, Garry James and Allen James.

ABOVE: Ashlee Henneker and Bonny Charles. LEFT: Brayden Wittholz, Samuel Cox and Tyrone Presley

Two Wells Blue Light celebrated its fifth birthday on Friday August 16, with almost 210 youngsters hitting the dance floor. The theme for the night was Blue. Some children were lucky enough to win great prizes, including a 23-inch flat screen TV, a digital camera, gift vouchers and headphones. The next “lock-in” Blue Light event will be held at the Two Wells Community Centre on Friday November 1 for people aged 8 – 17 years. The theme will be Halloween, so get your thinking hats on and starting planning your costumes now. Mikaela Carbone and Sarah Henneker show their style on the dance floor.

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Harrison Devlin (second from right) attended his first Blue Light disco last month and is pictured with Ivan Sparnon, Alex Wilmshurst and Caleb Hagenbucher. TWO Wells and Virginia Medical Centre GP’s (from left) Dr Herath P. Herath, Dr Anna Kozii and Dr Sam Nitchingham Program, the new HPV vaccine for boys in Years 9 and 10 in 2013, is now available. If you wish to take advantage of this vaccine, please phone the centre

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‘All aboard’ our new car New service is set to go – now just add clients

The district’s first “community car” has arrived, volunteer drivers have signed up, now all that is needed is for people to use this exciting new service. A successful application to the Mid North Community Passenger Network (MNCPN), by District Council of Mallala earlier in the year has now secured a car for the district, which will be based at the Mallala Community Hospital. The car will be available to people in the area who have transport issues. “The car is for members of the community who may be transport disadvantaged; may be aged, frail, isolated or have a disability; have no access to transport; may need to attend a medical appointment and have been advised not to drive home; family or friends are not available to assist with transport; or may not own or drive a vehicle,” said DCM community

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‘Septic survey’ coming

An independent contractor has been appointed by District Council of Mallala to carry out a survey of the conditions of septic tanks and soakage trenches in the Two Wells township. This survey will help identify and give an accurate number of septic systems within the existing township as well as highlight those which are failing. A letter informing residents of the inspection will be sent out this month, with the inspection period proposed to start on Wednesday September 25 for about a week. DCM’s general manager for corporate and community services, Peter Sellar, said the inspection process was the first step in designing a community waste management scheme for the Two Wells township. In DCM’s long term financial plan council has set aside $2.2 million for the project, with significant grant funding also being sought.

No Baker road upgrade Excited by the region’s new community car are (back) Mallala Community Hospital CEO, Belinda Sharp, MCH care manager, Judy Naulty, MCH board chairman, Richard Verner, volunteer driver, Daryl Thompson, Fay Dunstan, District Council of Mallala community development officer, Lynette Seccafien, (front) Mid North Community Passenger Network co-ordinator, Damien Graham, John Blacket and Malcolm Dunstan. development officer, Lynette Seccafien. “The service will have a six month trial period so it is important we promote and use the service to retain it.” Volunteers will drive the vehicle, which has a fee for service based on the number of kilometres travelled. This car will be the seventh in the MNCPN fleet, with co-ordinator,

Damien Graham, saying it was a long time coming. “The general feel of the whole community is they are looking forward to having it here,” Damien said. “It’s been a long time coming (and) it’s a good feeling to give something to the community for them to use; they can take ‘ownership’ of it (but) we need this to be a viable service, people need to use it.”

The service already has a couple of bookings and has been welcomed by staff at Mallala Community Hospital. MCH chief executive officer, Belinda Sharp, said the community car was a welcome addition to the area. “It offers a greater opportunity for our residents to access services out of the area,” Belinda said.

“Particularly for those who don’t have family who can take them.” Bookings for the community car are essential and can be made by contacting MNCPN on 8842 1677. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer driver, contact District Council of Mallala community development officer, Lynette Seccafien on 8527 0200.

The Baker road ford will not be upgraded this financial year following news State government Blackspot funding for the project was denied. District Council of Mallala chief executive officer, Charles Mansueto, said the outcome was disappointing but council would look at other funding options. “Not getting the funding means we will not be able to progress with the proposed upgrade,” he said. “But council will look at future grant opportunities in conjunction with Playford Council.” Mr Mansueto said some of the $80,000 already set aside in this year’s budget for the upgrade would likely go towards improving maintenance issues at the crossing.

‘FREE’ poker run starts

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echo 14 Watched by family and friends, young Abby Parkes sends participants on their way by waving the start flag.

Tim Wilson, of Two Wells Scouts and Daryl Standley, of Mallala Primary School, busy cooking breakfast.

Two Wells residents, John, Tamara, Connor and Chelsea Mason, loved the colour and spectacle of the Bash.

Enjoying the Bash festivities are Ian, Matt, Helen and Lily Gameau of Two Wells. n Report & Pictures, Bec O’Brien.

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What a bash!

Two Wells kicks off Variety cars in fine style

hey came in all sorts of cars; they came in all forms of dress; they came with the common goal of having a good time! The 2013 SA Variety Bash kick-off in Two Wells on Saturday, August 10, was a carnivallike event for the town, with close to 600 people flocking to the main street, despite the early hour, to check out the fun, colourful and creative costumes, as well as meet and mingle with the many inspiring Bash participants. Each vehicle was a story in itself, with hours and hours spent preparing and decorating the cars, and all with names reflecting the theme of their team. There was The Pirates, The Suits, The Brides and the Mad Hatters; Alvin and the Chipmunks, the Smurfs, Top Gun and even a couple of cars of Mexicans! ABBA and Robin Hood were taking part, as were the Beagle Boys, Where’s Wally, the Blues Brothers, MASH, the Fairies, Ned Kelly and his gang, and the Musketeers. They came from all parts of the state, near and far. Many were seasoned “bashers”, while others were “virgins”, taking part for the first time this year. One such team was the Eyresses, from Port Lincoln, who were looking forward to hitting the road and sharing their home turf, the Eyre Peninsula, with the rest of the participants. “It’s been so fabulous already and we haven’t even started,” virgin basher, Sue Mitchell, enthused. “We’ve had a terrific time raising funds, and we can’t wait to start.” Celebrating its 25th year, the Bash has raised more than $28 million for disadvantaged children since its inception, with Variety’s chairman, Doug Lehmann, saying participants, both past and present, should be proud of their efforts.

BASH cars line up at the Two Wells starting line. It was a busy morning for the town!

SA Variety Board chairperson, Nicole Haack, DCM mayor, Duncan Kennington and SA Variety Bash chairman, Doug Lehmann. LEFT: Chloe and Emma Sharp, of Two Wells, with the Heart Foundation mascot. “There are not many charities that have stood the test of time and raised so much needed money,” Mr Lehmann said. District Council of Mallala mayor, Duncan Kennington officially welcomed the Bash entrants and their families to Two Wells. “We are honoured to host the start of the 2013 Variety SA Bash here at Two Wells and hope participants, special guests

and visitors enjoy our township hospitality, ably provided by our local community groups and traders,” Mr Kennington told the crowd. “The hosting of this very important event aligns well with council’s direction to bring the community together to support each other and improve the community’s well being. “More than 300 participants and 77 vehicles set off on the

bash. “Enjoy and have a safe trip and we look forward to one day hosting the event again in our district.” The Bashers travelled from Two Wells to Cowell, Lock and Streaky Bay before heading inland through the beautiful Gawler Ranges station country, then making its way to Quorn, then Burra and finally winding up at McLaren Vale on Saturday, August 17.

Serving a hot beverage to chilly Port Lincoln Bash contestants (at right), Julianne Marshall, Sandra Lukin and Deb White, who are taking part in their Runaway Brides car, are Two Wells Red Cross members, Bev Sires, Mollie Frost and Joe Danielle. Two Wells Echo, September, 2013

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Duncan Kennington

SALA and a centenary

I attended the launch of the SALA Festival at Two Wells Library on Wednesday, August 7. District Council of Mallala celebrated the festival with the ‘Flowing Through the Plains’ Exhibition at four council sites: Two Wells Library, Two Wells Service Centre, Mallala Council Office and the Mallala Library. Congratulations to the following artists who were presented with certificates; Beverley Molloy, Don Morcom, Eric Williams, Ellen Steyn, Jenny Magaard, Judith Verner, Molly Ellis, and Pat Thompson. • On Friday, August 16, I had the pleasure of attending Stan Coyle’s 100th birthday party. Stan was born in Carlton, Victoria, on August 16, 1913. He married Lillian May Pilford in 1944 and they spent 58 wonderful years together, and were blessed with a son, Barry. Stan was posted to Mallala during the war and this is where May and Stan made their home. In November, 1998, Stan moved into a unit at Mallala Hospital.

DI Meaney is almost lost amid the many items for sale at the Craft Shop.

From court to crafthouse

Two Wells courthouse, better known today as the Craft Shop, is positioned in the heart of the main street and assumes a stately and respectable outlook on the Two Wells community that drifts in and out throughout the course of the day. The courthouse was built in 1876 alongside a new police station. However, the original police station was demolished in 1960 and the current station was built. Although today the courthouse building is not used for law and order, it was once much needed to keep in check the behaviour of those members of the community who were not under the influence of the local houses of worship (churches), but rather the influence of licensed houses (pubs). It was agreed in the late 19th century a police station and an adjoining courthouse was needed in Two Wells and would be built to curb the growing tide of undesirable behaviour in the area. Before the stately building was erected, court (ironically) was held in the local pub. The main issue with this location was that proceedings were often adjourned in the middle of business to allow the pub-

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Natalie Centenera lican and his family to have their dinner. The building was used as a courthouse until well into the 1970s and early 1980s. Local court sessions were held for summary offences and minor civil matters. During this time JP’s (Justice of the Peace) were able to preside over court proceedings. Local resident Di Meaney remembers when her father Reg Hart was the local JP, along with his brother Les Hart and another man, Malcolm Brooks, who held

court sessions once a month on a Monday. “I can recall the time when I was 18 or 19 and had to sit in the witness box to provide a statement regarding a local incident I had witnessed,” Di tells. After the central courts were opened at Elizabeth the Two Wells courthouse was no longer used for legal matters. The local RSL leased the building from the Regional Action Team and was reportedly used as a storage facility until the Craft Shop moved into the premises four years ago in 2009. The current hardware store across the road on the main street used to be the location of the Craft Shop but when the courthouse building became available, volunteers gladly accepted it. The internal features of the building were renovated to make an inviting space for the lovely craft items made by locals. It is hoped the exterior will someday soon undergo a minor facelift to restore the handsome façade of the remarkable building. The historic courthouse no longer sits idle and is enjoyed not only by local people, but also visitors who pass through Two Wells.

n Letter to the Editor n

When District Council of Mallala announced its rates for 2013/14 ratepayers were informed the average increase would be 4.5 per cent. The council also told us our waste collection was being itemised on our rates notice – not an extra charge. When we received our rates notice we noted not only was our waste collection itemised but a standard rate of $100 was also

Rates increase applied. Apparently everyone is being charged a standard rate on top of their normal rates. When we did our calculations we found our rates have increased by 19 per cent over last financial year’s rates. When we questioned council we were told that was what we

were being charged and we will have to pay it. If all ratepayers are being charged an extra 19 per cent the same as we are, then council will be well and truly in the money. Typically, they tell ratepayers one thing at public meetings and in the media and then go ahead and do what they intended to do in the first place. Terry Halford, Calomba

Amazing effort by Wakakirri team throughout this journey has been wonderful and resulted in them winning the award for Best School in Public on the night – which was very well deserved. For one of the areas they were awarded 12++ out of 10! They were great ambassadors for our school and did AVPS proud. Not only did they win this special award, but our Wakakirri item also placed 3RD overall in SA in Division 1!

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Stan’s son Barry drove from Adelaide to enjoy the festivities and we were treated to some snazzy piano playing from another friend. I’ve now attended the hospital several times and on each occasion I’ve been impressed by the professionalism and positive attitude of the staff and the cheerfulness of the patients. The hospital is owned by the community and offers residential aged care for Commonwealthfunded residents and those with private health care. The hospital also offers respite accommodation and accommodation for couples. Enquiries can be made to the hospital’s CEO, Kathleen Smith, on 8527 2008 or by emailing bmanager@mallalahospital.com.au.

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ANGLE VALE PRIMARY SCHOOL news Report by Tammy Bryant, avps Wakakirri co-ordinator: AT Wakakirri this year we celebrated the life of former student Max Fatchen, who passed away last year. We performed our item, “Between the pages: AVPS celebrates our magnificent Max” at the Entertainment Centre on Thursday, August 8, and what a night it was! We were the second school to perform and by all accounts there were very few dry eyes. Our cast was, in a word, AMAZING! Their professionalism, organisation, team work and behaviour

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Ben Howard, of Lewiston, will head overseas for rugby this month.

Ben heads overseas with NSW rugby team • From back page Last year he travelled to Papua New Guinea with this same team. The former Two Wells Primary School student took up rugby after trying out for the school’s SAPSASA rugby team and is currently completing his final year of school at Xavier College. Once his studies are finished, and after a six-month break, Ben hopes to join the police force but wouldn’t pass up the opportunity to one day represent Australia in rugby.

Currently Ben plays for the Eels at Dry Creek in the Under 17 team and has been training with the NSW team for the past two years. The District Council of Mallala has supported Ben with a Community Partnerships Funding grant. Ben and the NSW team fly out on September 21, with Ben’s mum, Marg, invited along as a sports trainer, and Dad, Darren, also not missing the chance to see his son play on a national field. Best of luck Ben.

COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS FUNDING GRANTS Applications for Community Partnerships Fund 2013 -14 are now open and will close at 5pm on Monday September 30, 2013. Since it began in 2001, the District Council of Mallala's Community Partnerships Fund has provided over $500,000 to local community groups and organisations for projects which enhance the economic growth and community development in our region. The program supports initiatives that focus on the development and promotion of local clubs and communities and/or stimulate economic growth. Applications for one-off projects are now invited from incorporated, non government, non profit organisations based within or providing a service to the District Council of Mallala. Application forms including eligibility criteria are available from the Mallala and Two Wells Council Offices and Council website. Individual Sports and Cultural Grant funding is available all year round for the purpose of providing financial assistance to individuals who are representing the district at a State and/or National level in their chosen field. For further information and application forms please visit www.mallala.sa.gov.au or contact Community Development Officer, Lynette Seccafien Telephone: (08) 8527 0200 Email: lynette@mallala.sa.gov.au

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The Adelaide Plains Equestrian Club held a fun quiz night in Two Wells last month. The event on August 24 saw around 50 people gather at the Catholic Church hall to test their minds against a range of general knowledge and topic-specific questions. Led by club president, John Newton, the tables of eight or nine, brought supper to share and also participated in a silent auction. A great night with lots of laughter, chit-chat and fun was had by all. The next event on the APEC calendar is a trail ride through Lewiston on Sunday September 29. Contact John Newton on 0427 153 570 for more information or visit www.freeteams.net/APEC. ABOVE: Ryan Johnson and Diana Hart took part with their seven-month-old son, Jayden. BELOW: The “quizmasters” were, clockwise from left, Jane Strange, Angela Broughton, Roxane Siciliano, Mark Boon, Jack Siciliano, Kay Boon and Darren Leaver. LEFT: APEC president, John Newton and wife, Dianne, with Rodney Mildred at the quiz night.

Hockey sisters playing in State team • From back page Hanna, 14, is heading to Bussleton, Western Australia at the end of this month as part of the Under 15 state hockey team to compete in the National Championships. Hanna and Laura have been supported in their hockey pursuits by their Mum and Dad, Carolyn and Matt, who both played for Two Wells Hockey Club. District Council of Mallala’s Community Partnerships Funding has also provided support. These girls are definitely talented and are ones to follow. Congratulations girls.

Come ‘n’ Try tennis!

Two Wells District Tennis Club is holding a “Come ‘n’ Try” open day this month. Players, families, and members of the community are invited to the courts on Sunday September 29 from 1–3pm to have a hit of tennis and to meet the club’s new coach, Grant Daniel. Grant has been an accredited coach with Tennis Australia for the past 20 years, a regional development officer for the past 10 years for this region and is still playing at the highest level. He has represented South Australia in country tennis and has a wealth of knowledge and skill to share. The club will put on a sausage sizzle and is hoping to once again field many junior teams for the upcoming season, which starts in the first week of Term 4. Contact Marie Tapscott on 0419 838 929 for more information. Two Wells Echo, September, 2013

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Two Wells claim inter-club title third year in a row

Harts make club history Bec O’Brien reports:

Saturday August 10 will forever be a special date in the lives of talented footballers the Hart brothers, of Lower Light. For Jacob, 26, Bryce, 22 and Will, 17, it was the first time all three had played an A grade game of football together for Two Wells. The many years of kicking the footy around their back yard and taking “screamers” off each other’s shoulders no doubt had them in good stead to help their team defeat across-the-river rivals, Virginia. After standing on the sidelines for two years due to a knee injury, older brother Jacob, thought his A grade footy days were behind him. So, to not only get back on the

field last year but to play with his two younger brothers this year was a bonus. The trio have worked their way up through the ranks at Two Wells Football Club and watching them from the sidelines, as often is the case, were their proud parents who spent countless hours driving them to footy matches in their junior days and countless more settling disputes no doubt! Jacob said while they’ve played a few more games together since, that initial first game will always be remembered – especially as Jacob claims to have inadvertently set younger brother Will up for a crunching! Nothing like getting thrown into the thick of it straight up hey Will?

The month of August was highlighted by a fabulous win by Two Wells in the inter-club challenge with Hamley Bridge on August 10. The Hamley boys arrived in force very early, hoping to catch us off guard as we did up their way in the last meeting. The visitors showed strong promise, taking our prized meat trays, four of the Nearest The Pins and one of the Long Drives. John Mitchell played well with 38 points and eagled the 10th, Wim Van Pelt was strong with 38 points and Mick Nichols third with 36 points. For Two Wells, Adam Bail had a strong finish with an outstanding 42 points along with Andrew Baker and Danny Smith, both on 40 points, with James Weir and Yogi Frencken continuing their great month of golf on 38 points. With both clubs there was an outstanding presence – 41 players on the course, which is testament to the great respect the clubs have for each other. The final result for the day was Hamley Bridge with an average of 29.7 and Two Wells with an average of 33.7. Congratulations Two Wells on three in a row. A big thank you has to go out to all of the committee and members for their big efforts in

REPORT: Adam Bail TWGC vice captain preparing and hosting the day. I’m sure we will head back to Hamley Bridge next year with even more enthusiasm to continue the winning streak. The Ladies on Tuesdays have had a huge month also, with a great conclusion to the Ladies Club Championships, which saw Julie Holland defeat Kathy Stubing 2up – the match going down to the final hole in a grueling 27 holes. Both Julie and Kathy have dominated the last month’s Tuesday golf and it was no surprise they were contesting the big one. Congratulations to both players. If you would like to join us and try and tame our challenging little course while having a great day, visit the club this Saturday. Golf starts at 11am with teeoffs until around 12.30pm and everyone in before 5pm for presentation of the day’s prizes, and a chance to take home the much sought-after Virginia Meat Store meat tray raffles. Ladies also play on Tuesdays around 9.15am and new members are always welcome. The men also have a Thursday competition from 9.15am, usually followed by a BBQ

lunch and a couple of beers after the day’s golf. Two Wells Golf Club also has a website, www.twowellsgolfclub.com.au with a wealth of information about the course, competitions, membership and everything else you need to know. Come out and play! A quick reminder of the upcoming Sponsors Day on Sunday September 8, and the Handicap match play final on September 14. Good golfing everyone! Results July 27– 2 Man Ambrose: R.Hogg & A.Paul 58.5; I. Telfer & S.Francis 59.75; D.Hall & G.Giannakos 60.75. August 3 – Par A G rade : L . G r a f t o n + 4 , G.Giannakos +2, Y.Frencken +1. B Grade: S.Kelly 1, P.Shields 0, J.Weir -1. Ladies: J.Holland +1. August 10– Stableford A Grade: A.Bail 42, A.Baker 40, Y.Frencken 38. B Grade: I.Clark 37, I.Smith 34, M.Davies 33. C Grade: D.Smith 40, J.Weir 38, S.Kelly 36. August 17– Stroke AGrade: R.Hogg 70, G.Giannakos 71, Y.Frencken 73. B Grade: J.Weir 67, P.Shields 70, I.Clark 71. C Grade: J.Boon 73, S.Kelly 79, R.Prior 79. Ladies: J.Holland 86. August 24 – President’s Trophy A Grade: R. Thompson 40, L. Grafton 37, Y. Frencken 35, R. Hogg 33, G. Payne 31 and A. Baker 27 . B Grade: I. Clark 39, J. Ball 34, H. Linford, P. Shields 32, M. Davies 30, N. Bowden 29, S. Kelly 28 and I. Smith 27. C Grade: D. Thompson 33, J. Spackman 31, R. Prior 31, C. Barker 29, J. Boon 26 and D. Smith 24. Ladies: J. Holland 86.

Julie Holland (right) took out the Ladies Club Championship at Two Wells last month, with a nail-biting contest against Kathy Stubing, who came runner-up.

Junior presentations Two Wells Football and Netball Sporting Club invites all junior members and their families to its presentation day to be held at the clubrooms on Sunday September 22. Commencing at 12 noon, a BBQ lunch will be provided at a

cost of $2 per person. All players eat free, with presentations to follow after lunch. Footballers please bring a salad to share, netballers a sweet. The club hopes to see you there to celebrate the end of another great season.

Prestigious Redlow is approaching Two Wells football and netball senior presentations will be held at the club’s annual Redlow event on Friday September 27. The night will start at 7pm and include a two-course meal and tunes from a DJ after the A grade football medal count. Formal dress is required and tickets can be pre-purchased from the club for $30 or by contacting Steph Walker on 0409 699 071. Two Wells Echo, September, 2013

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Partnerships helping local sporting communities District Council of Mallala Community Partnerships Funding grants has provided more than $500,000 to the local community since it began in 2001. Applications for the 2013-14 round of funding are now open and support community projects, which enhance the economic growth and community development in the region. The fund also supports initiatives that focus on the development and promotion of local clubs and communities and/or stimulate economic growth. In recent times the fund has supported projects including $30,00 for a gymnasium for Mallala Football Club, $10,500 for the Thompson Beach Progress Association for a community shed, and nearly $8,000 towards the Dublin Cemetery fence and gate project. Applications for one-off projects are now invited from incorporated, non- government, non-profit organisations based within or providing a service to the District Council of Mallala. Individual sports and cultural grant funding is available all year round for the purpose of providing financial assistance to individuals who are representing the district at a State and/or National level in their chosen field. Application forms including eligibility criteria are available from the Mallala and Two Wells council offices and the DCM website.

Rugby takes Ben overseas

Lewiston teenager Ben Howard will head overseas for rugby this month.

For 17-year-old Lewiston resident and up-and-coming rugby player, Ben Howard, succeeding at his chosen sport in an AFL-mad state has been no mean feat. With no academy equivalent for rugby in South Australia, Ben has been forced to join the New South Wales Group 6 Country League rugby team in a bid to pursue his passion. Ben admits at times it’s been a challenge but one which has seen him travel the country and make some great mates. This month he will head overseas with the NSW team to compete against the best junior academies in Manchester, Leeds and Scotland. n Continued page 18

For further information and application forms please visit www. mallala.sa.gov.au or contact DCM community development officer, Lynette Seccafien on 8527 0200 or email lynette@mallala.sa.gov.au. Applications close at 5pm on Monday September 30.

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YOUNG hockey guns, Laura and Hanna Kingsmill.

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Hockey plays a big part in the Kingsmill family of Korunye. For sisters Laura (pictured right) and Hanna, they have both represented South Australia, with Laura recently returning from a trip to Western Australia where she played for the state in the senior women’s Australian Country Championships. Sixteen-year-old Laura was also recently selected to play in the Australian U/21 Country Women’s Hockey team, which will travel to Fiji in December to compete against the Fijian National U21 team and also its senior women’s side. n Continued page 18

For many young football fans, running onto the ground with your sporting heroes is the ultimate dream. For Two Wells youngster, Ryan Dimasi, that dream came true last month when he was chosen to help lead the Crows onto AAMI Stadium for the club’s final game ever at the sporting venue. After years of his Nan, Lorraine Prior, entering the competition by buying bread at Foodland, Ryan’s name was one of two lucky ones pulled out for the Crows’ last home game. Ryan has been a Crows supporter and member since he was born and started going to games with his Nan in 2009 when he was threeand-a-half-years old. His favourite players are Josh Jenkins and Patrick n Continued page 19

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