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KEEP UP WITH ALL THE LOCAL NEWS: Two Wells RSL in war memorial ‘battle’ GO TO PAGE 7

n WHO WILL WE ELECT AS MAYOR? TWO IN EARLY DECLARATION GO TO PAGE 3

What lies ahead for the District Council of Mallala and its residents? The Echo asked outgoing CEO, Charles Mansueto, to give a personal overview on the destiny of our growing region:

mansueto nion: District Council of Mallala (DCM) and its community have before it a challenging but also exciting future.

DCM is a small rural council that is now becoming more of a peri-urban council dealing with growth pressures and opportunities.

The need for additional infrastructure has been managed for new developments as currently occurring at Two Wells.

Large developments allow council the ability to negotiate the infrastructure demands better than piece-meal development, which provide for limited investment by the developer on services beyond the development itself.

The ability to attract a B-12 school to the area is a prime example of larger developments attracting better services that the community needs.

A challenge for council is to manage the ever-increasing demand for services that are being requested now.

For example, there has been a continuing pressure to construct sealed roads due to dust and other associated issues.

As a small council this demand is difficult to manage and will require council to approach this issue differently in the future, potentially focusing road upgrades around economic opportunities.

One of the community’s assets is its coastal area.

One of the challenges with the coastal area is the

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increasing pressure to deal with predicted sea level rise.

A current study into this is near completion and council will need to consider the recommendations and strategically address these to ensure it can sustainably manage the risk of sea level rise.

To some degree our coastal communities will be in a better position than many other coastal settlements as they will have a plan that was developed using their knowledge of past events in adapting to the future.

One of the untapped opportunities for the community is the potential increased investment in the horticultural industry. n CONTINUED page 17

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Councillors cut, with wards to change

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District Council of Mallala (DCM) this year will reduce its wards from four to Two Wells Gawler Middle three – and there will be one less councillor.

Beach As part of its last Electoral RepresentaGawler River tion Review, DCM, from November will Port Gawler have nine councillors in the three wards, plus the mayor, a reduction of one councilMacDonald Buckland Port Gawler Park lor from the current 11 elected members.

Penfield Virginia Park Conservation Andrews Munno Para Gardens Park Farm Wards will be Mallala/Dublin, which is Penfield a very large but less populated area, Two Wells and Lewiston, which is the smallest Waterloo RAAF Base Corner Edinburgh Elizabeth but with many residents.

This means some boundary changes, so Two Wells and Lewiston, Middle Beach, (as in many other councils) voters should Lower Light, Port Gawler, Buckland Park, ensure they are voting in the correct ward. and Virginia.

Contact District Council of Mallala on 85203360 for details.

And for the first time residents and others Phone 8862 1977 who have the right to vote, such as absent FACSIMILE 8862 1997 ratepayers, will choose the mayor.

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n IMPORTANT DATES

Close of rolls (you must ensure you are registered to vote): Friday, August 8 Nominations open: Tuesday, September 2 Nominations close: noon Tuesday, September 16.

Draw for position on ballot papers 4pm, Tuesday, September 16.

Issuing of voting packs to electors: Monday–Friday, October 20-24.

Last day for issue/reissue of voting pack by post: 5pm, Wednesday, November 5.

Last day for personal issue/reissue of postal voting papers 5pm, Friday, November 7 Close of voting: 5pm, Friday, November 7 nington, who also represents Lewiston Ward. Mr Kennington has indicated he will contest the mayoral election, with Two Wells

resident, RSL presdient and former DCM chairman, Tony Flaherty, also putting his hand up (see separate report on Page 3).

When a mayor is elected separately, he/ she has no ward affiliation, normally does not vote on motions but carries a casting vote when necessary.

If a current elected member of any council chooses to stand for election as mayor and loses, then that person also loses their seat in the chamber.

• In other DCM news, outgoing CEO, Charles Mansueto will officially conclude his time at the council on Friday, August 22.

DCM general manager corporate and community, Peter Sellar, will be acting CEO from close of business on this day.

During caretaker mode, which comes into effect from September 2 until the conclusion of the general election in November, council cannot make any decisions regarding the CEO position. It will be a new council who elects a new CEO, with the position possibly not being filled until March or April next year.

Think about what you putUin that bin DIT!

A Inspection aims to improve use Nappies, car batteries, old sinks, plastic bags, these are just some of the things District Council of Mallala has found in recycling bins across the district – and they shouldn’t be there.

DCM will this month participate in an audit of local recycling and green waste practices, with around 400 bins around Two Wells and Mallala set to be inspected over an eight-week period.

The audit, supported by waste management company, Zero Waste, aligns with council’s recently endorsed Waste Management Strategy, DCM senior waste officer, Noel Bubner, said.

“We’re trying to minimise the amount of rubbish that goes to land fill and improve our recycling and green waste practices,” Mr Bubner said.

“The purpose of the audit is to see what people are putting into their recycling bins, to make sure it’s recyclable, and to see what’s going into their green waste bin.”

Mr Bubner said results from the audit, which would randomly select 200 recycling bins and 200 green waste bins from the area, would be a valuable tool for council to better its waste management practices and at the same time inform and educate local residents.

“We’ve found all sorts of things in people’s recycling bins that shouldn’t be there he said.

“Car batteries, old sinks, litter, nappies; it’s a little bit revealing.

“The biggest mistake that I’ve seen is people bagging recyclables.

“What we need to get across is that anything bagged goes to landfill.”

Educating the public on better recycling practices was an important focus for council, Mr Bubner said, so don’t be surprised if on your regular recycling or green waste bin

DCM senior waste officer, Noel Bubner, is hoping a recycling and green waste bin audit will help improve how people use their bins.

day you find a note from council attached to your bin.

Council is considering acknowledging residents who demonstrate good recycling habits with the offer of entering a draw to win vouchers to spend at local businesses.

“As much as we want to correct people’s behaviour we want to congratulate people who are doing the right thing as well,” he said.

Mr Bubner said DCM had earlier this year also been involved in a composting trial through Zero Waste and hoped in the future some of the district’s green waste could be turned into compost and used around the area, particularly by council’s horticultural team.

Some collections during the audit may be delayed by up to a day.

• For more details, go to www.zerowaste. sa.gov.au/at-home/recycle-right

n RECYCLING – DO THE RIGHT THING

4 Give containers a quick rinse to ensure they are free of food 4 Flatten boxes but do not bundle papers or cardboard, place them loosely in the bin 4 Remove lids from plastic bottles and jars What DOES NOT go in recycling bins 6 Nappies 6 Plastic Bags 6 Food scraps or other organic matter 6 Polystyrene 6 Clothing or textiles For more information contact the Recycle Right hotline on 1300 137 118 or DCM on 8520 3360.

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Early declarations in battle for mayor

Kennington again steps up, as Flaherty hopes to ‘stop dysfunction’

Current DCM mayor, Duncan Kennington.

Current District Council of Mallala mayor, Duncan Kennington, will put his hand up for a second term in the leadership role at the upcoming local council elections to be held this November.

Mr Kennington confirmed he will once again run for mayor and is excited the general public will have the chance to play a direct role in who is elected for the position.

But he will face opposition from at least one candidate, RSL president Tony Flaherty, who recently declared his intention to run for the increasingly important post as the council grows.

For the first time local residents in District Council of Mallala will decide who wins the mayor’s position.

In the past, elected councillors

have chosen a chairman, recently retitled as mayor.

“I commend this (new) system because it means the residents get the mayor they want,” Mr Kennington said.

“The mayor gets judged and it’s the most democratic way.

“However, a minor problem is if you stand for mayor and you don’t win you – then cannot be on council.

“That’s the risk you take (and) I’m willing to accept the electorates’ decision.”

Mr Kennington said he would love to see a high voter turnout at this year’s elections, saying residents needed to take ownership of the process.

“They say you get the politicians you deserve,” he remarked.

“I’d really love to see the people come out and vote.”

Challenger Tony Flaherty has previously held the position in past tenures on council and was to go around again in 2010 but withdrew, citing family health concerns.

“I was approached by a lot of people, some quite prominent, to run again,” he said.

Mr Flaherty enjoyed his previous time on council, saying it was a good place to work but things have dropped away in recent years.

“I’m keen to try to stop the dysfunction going on,” he said.

“A lot of people have said this council is dysfunctional and it has been for years. “We’ve got to be there to do what we can for the community.”

Strudwicke is aiming to stay as councillor

Two Wells brothers Felix and Joost Lloyd and their pet sheep, which featured on the popular children’s program, Totally Wild.

Angry Pants and Fire ... Totally Wild and woolly!

These two sheep are “totally wild” – well, almost – they did recently appear on the popular children’s show Totally Wild last month.

The episode aired on Channel 11 on Tuesday, July 29, and featured Two Wells brothers Felix and Joost Lloyd.

The boys hand raised the sheep, fondly called Angry Pants

Confirmed mayoral challenger, Tony Flaherty.

and Fire, from when they were lambs just a few weeks old, and learnt about the opportunity to appear on the show’s “Best Pets Ever” segment following a visit by the show to their local hockey club.

Felix, 6 and Joost, 14, were both excited and a little anxious about how the episode would turn out, but Mum, Marjoleine,

says they had a good time filming when the Totally Wild team came to their Two Wells property earlier in the year.

“The sheep follow you around because they were hand raised (and) if you start running they run after you,” Marjoleine said.

“If you run they almost hop like a gazelle, which is quite funny to watch.”

Marjoleine said when the sheep were lambs they were living in the backyard so the boys always played and ran around with them.

“They were always running around and jumping, Felix often played chasey with Angry Pants,” she said.

To view the episode visit the website http://tenplay.com.au/ channel-eleven/totally-wild.

Former DCM mayor and current Mallala ward councillor, Marcus Strudwicke, will not stand for the position of mayor at the upcoming elections, instead preferring to nominate as a councillor in the new Dublin/Mallala ward.

Mr Strudwicke said he felt it was important residents in the north of the district had a “strong voice”, especially in light of expected focus and developments in and around Two Wells.

“I think with the changes that have been made to the wards we are going to need some good, strong representation up in the north,” he said.

“With all the things that are happening in the southern part of the district, the development of Two Wells in particular, I think we need fairly strong representation up here so that we don’t get neglected.”

While supportive of the move for the community to vote in council’s next mayor, Mr Strudwicke said there were many issues residents in his area wanted representation on.

“We’ve got a lot of issues that need to be addressed locally and the mayor doesn’t get to vote on a lot of these except in the case of a casting vote,” he explained.

“I think just at the moment I need to be on council as a councillor.”

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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 & Under, 15 & under, learn basketball in a friendly family atmosphere.

Contact Paul on 0414 248 732.

BOWLING CLUB Whether you are new to lawn bowls or are a seasoned player why not consider joining the Two Wells Club? We field Pennant teams on Thursday for women (match times fit in with school drop off and pickup) Wednesday is Men’s day and Saturday is Open Gender.

Social bowls start in October, this is all about having fun whilst enjoying good company and getting out in the open air. Why not get a group of friends to come along with you?

If you haven’t played lawn bowls before there will be someone available to show you how to play.

We will provide the bowls, and for $5 a night you can learn a new skill.

Contact Irene Giannikos Phone: 0417 810 029 The Clubrooms at Old Pt Wakefield Road are available for hire and have 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.

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.

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.

child & youth health

Equestrian & Pony club

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.

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Church times

Two Wells Equestrian and Pony

Anglican Church Services St Peter’s Mallala 1st Sunday of the Month 10am August 3 10am September 7 10am October 5 St Paul’s Two Wells 10am August 10, 17, 24, 31 10am September 14, 21, 28 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

Community bus

Community Bus, return trip to Elizabeth City Shopping Centre, Only $5 return (kids free), Next bus: August 15, 2014. 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 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.

Community centre 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.

craft shop

The Two Wells Craft Shop located

in the old Court House is a treasure trove of handcrafted items, gift ware, local produce of olive oil, honey, jams and relish, bric-a-brac bargains, and hardy, healthy plants ideal for this area. OPEN Tues. to Fri 9.30am - 4pm. Sat 9.30am 1pm CLOSED Sun and Mon. Find us on facebook. Facebook.com/ twowellscraftshop

club holds riding and horse-related events on the 4th Sunday of each month. Riders of all ages and abilities welcome. Visit the club’s website at www.freeteams.com/ APEC and check out what’s coming up or for more information contact Sam on 0408 455 677.

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.

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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. 9.1511.30am 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.

Lions Club

The Angle Vale Lions Club meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 6.30pm at the Angle Vale Community Sports Centre, Fradd Road, Angle Vale. Contact Dorothy Lewtas on 0416 452 925 for more info or email anglevalelionsclub@ gmail.com

Mallala 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.

kennel & obedience club A DEL A IDE P l a i n s K e n n e l & 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 Monday 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.

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.

RSL

Two Wells RSL sub-branch,

Old Port Wakefield Road, Two Wells, phone 8520 2826. Open Wednesdays 9am to noon and Fridays 11am til late. All welcome.

Contact president Tony Flaherty on 0412 773 111 or secretary John Allen on 0411 894 245 for further information.

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. August 13 & 27.

September 10 & 24. 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.

Two Wells Cricket Club

Two Wells Cricket Club (TWCC).

Interested in playing Cricket this Season. Senior Men’s Cricket Competitions available in two formats. 2 Day games and 1 Day (40 Over’s) played Saturday’s.

Women’s Cricket Competitions played Monday Nights. Currently seeking junior interest. New players welcome, training from 5.30pm Thursday nights. Contact Michael Dimasi 0409 977 191

UCA Op shop

Two Wells Uniting Church treasure

trove op shop, opening times, Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm and Saturday 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.

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.

Do you or someone you know have a problem with drugs or alcohol?

Help IS available

TREATMENT CAN HELP. Find out more at ancd.org.au AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL COUNCIL ON DRUGS

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New speed cameras to patrol highway DON’T even think about exceeding the speed limit, warns Two Wells police officer Josh Silvy (above).

And think even harder if your’re travelling on Highway One – particularly over the 51 km between Two Wells and Port Wakefield.

You WILL get caught – by new point-to-point cameras – which became operational from Monday.

Several sets of the new cameras have been installed in locations around the state – on the Dukes highway between Coonalpyn and Ki Ki, the South Eastern freeway and on some Adelaide roads.

One set of cameras is on Highway One, just north of the Two Wells/Mallala turn-off and another is near Port Wakefield.

The cameras will not only measure time and distance between two near points where erected – but will also record a vehicle as its passes from one location to the other – that is between the Two Wells location and Port Wakefield and vice versa.

The registration plate of every vehicle which passes through is recorded and stored on SA police computers.

An average speed is calculated over the distance between Two Wells and Port Wake-

field and if this exceeds the 110km/h limit, a fine will be issued for exceeding “average speed.”

If a vehicle is recorded speeding between the two near front and rear camera locations, a “point speed” fine will be issued.

This technology is new to South Australia, but is in use in other states.

Statistics from the Netherlands and Austria, where the cameras are used, show a 50 per cent decrease in fatalities and serious injuries where point-topoint cameras are used.

To view a video explanation of the cameras, go to www.dpti. sa.gov.au

Speeding fines (effective July 2014) Exceeding the speed limit by less than 10 km/h – $159 and 2 demerit points.

• By 10km/h or more but less than 20km/h – $349, 3 demerits.

• By 20km/h or more but less than 30km/h – $709, 5 demerits.

• By 30km/h or more but less than 45km/h – $846, 7 demerits.

• By 45 km/h or more – $952, 9 demerits.

n By Two Wells Public Library customer and library services co-ordinator, Anne Sawtell

Council of Mallala’s Library Service.

Next guest author will be Tricia Stringer, a South Australian author of rural romance stories.

This event will be held on Wednesday, September 10, at Two Wells Bowling Club from 1pm.

Tricia’s First novel “Queen of the Road” won the Romantic Writers of Australia’s, Book of the Year Award in 2013 and her books have proven to be very popular at Mallala Library Service.

• For further enquiries and bookings contact Anne Sawtell on 8520 2100 or email annes@Mallala. sa.gov.au.

Police news • BAROSSA highway patrols reported a 21-yearold man from Two Wells for breaching the prescribed concentration of alcohol with an alleged reading of 0.101, speeding and breaching provisional conditions on July 25. His vehicle was impounded for 28 days and his licence was disqualified.

• A 22-year-old Two Wells man was arrested for speeding and hindering police by Two Wells police on July 21.

• A 27-year-old male from Two Wells was reported for driving unregistered, uninsured and driving disqualified by Gawler Police on July 21.

His vehicle was impounded for 28 days.

• TWO Wells Police reported a 66-year-old man from Two Wells for possession of cannabis on July 23.

• A BABY lamb was reported missing or stolen from a property on Hayman Road, Two Wells, on July 26.

The owner reported hearing a vehicle take off at speed from the side of the property.

• GAWLER Police reported a 36-year-old woman from Lewiston for three counts of passing a valueless cheque and illegal use on July 26.

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Listening to you Over the next few weeks I will be holding Listening Posts at different shopping centres and community areas in the electorate.

FINE FILE

Touring with Jane TRAVEL writer Jane Paech took everyone on journey of discovery during her recent presentation at Two Wells Bowling Club.

The audience heard and saw photos of the many magical places Jane, right, has visited with her frequent visits to the enchanting city of Paris.

Sights included gorgeous flower markets, delectable pastries that looked too perfect to eat, picturesque gardens and of course, baguettes and coffee!

Jane has written two books including her latest title “Delicious Days in Paris: walking tours to explore the city’s food and culture”, which were available for sale on the day.

About 50 people attended the enjoyable talk, organised by District

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New bus service aids Vale residents

EXPO BRINGS US ALL WE NEED TO KNOW ABOUT...

‘Ageing in style’ I n f o r m at i o n about aged care services, goods and recreational groups for seniors, will be at local residents’ fingertips this month, when the district’s first-ever Ageing in Style Expo is staged in Two Wells.

Showcasing a variety of local organisations, goods and service providers, the Expo will be held in the Two Wells Community Centre on Thursday, August 14, from 10am until 1pm.

Access to information about aged care services and other goods and services to enhance quality of life for older people is a major issue for consumers in the region, and the Seniors Collaborative Action Project (SCAP) has organised a series of expos to address this.

Hosted by District Council of Mallala (DCM), it builds on the success of past events in Nuriootpa, Gawler and Kapunda by using a collaborative approach to maximise the availability of resources.

Goods and services, including arts and crafts activities, aged care home support and home care services, residential care, recreation and fitness activities and mobility equipment will all be on show.

DCM community development officer, Lynette Seccafien, says

the event assists local people to access information about aged care services and goods.

“It’s a great way to provide information to the general public about the range of goods, services and activities available for older people,” Mrs Seccafien said.

“It also makes sense for us all to be working together to ensure everyone in the region has access to events such as these.”

The expo will feature stalls and prizes, information and demonstrations, a ‘yellow brick road’ type activity, a free sausage sizzle and Devonshire tea.

Home and Community Care Collaborative (HACC) project officer, Debra Anderson, says the Expo is suitable for people of all ages.

“The Expo targets older people, however it is useful for others to know about these services so if parents or grandparents need assistance, family members can help them make informed decisions,” Ms Anderson said.

•For more information contact HACC project officer, Debra Anderson at Barossa Council on 8563 8414 or for transport options, District Council of Mallala Community Development Officer, Lynette Seccafien on 8527 0200.

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Piccolo pushes to resolve Angle Vale flooding roadside flooding issues along Angle Vale Road at Angle Vale could be addressed in the near future.

Talks initiated by local MP for Light, Tony Piccolo, between the Department of Planning, Transport, and Infrastructure (DPTI) and the City of Playford may see the perennial problem resolved.

Mr Piccolo said the ad hoc growth of the township over many years had meant infrastructure commonly included in urban settings had not been built in some areas.

“The stormwater problem experienced

by Angle Vale residents along the portion of Angle Vale Road which extends west of Heaslip Road is one of these areas,” Mr Piccolo said.

“Although there are many houses along this stretch of road, residents have not had the benefit of kerbing, stormwater services and pedestrian paths, which is common in other urban areas.

“Infrastructure requirements have not kept pace here with residential development over many years.

“Absence of this infrastructure has meant residents have had to endure pools of stormwater and the absence of pedestrian

facilities which provide safety for young children and their parents, the elderly, and the disabled.”

Mr Piccolo said many infrastructure issues currently facing the community would be addressed during the development of the township as a result of the recent rezoning.

“The infrastructure agreements signed by the State government, the City of Playford and local landowners who seek to develop their land will deliver infrastructure for the whole town,” he said.

“I have asked for discussions between DPTI and the City of Playford to be fasttracked with a view of addressing some of the stormwater issues, sooner rather than later.

“The City of Playford and DPTI are keen to address the issue and I have been impressed by their preparedness to try to find a solution to the funding required to undertake the works.”

Mr Piccolo is hopeful this consultative process will prove successful in accelerating the construction of much needed kerbing, stormwater services and pedestrian paths in this area.

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Problem: Floodwater continues to be a bone of contention for Angle Vale residents.

Angle Vale residents now have access to cheaper, more convenient public transport, with the launch of the new “hail and ride” Metro Bus service.

The new bus runs regular loops around the township from morning until evening, and connect with the Munno Para shopping centre and Smithfield train station.

The service started on Monday, July 21.

It also runs school-time pick up and drop offs for Mark Oliphant and St Columba students.

The new service means those with longer commutes to Gawler or Adelaide on trains or other metro buses will now have direct access from Angle Vale.

Local MP for Light, Tony Piccolo, who campaigned on behalf of the Angle Vale community for the introduction of the buses, said the new service was a milestone in the growth of the Angle Vale community.

“This new hail and ride bus service provides Angle Vale with much needed connectivity to important nearby services and students can now enjoy the convenience of public transport, as do their city counterparts,” Mr Piccolo said.

“Most importantly, the new service operates on the Metro Card system, meaning eligible passengers are now entitled to concession fares and seniors card holders can travel free during off-peak times.”

The original draft route suggested by the Public Transport Division, did not include the Angle Vale retirement estate but people power quickly prevailed and the route was changed to better suit local residents.

Mr Piccolo said he carried out a direct-mail survey of local residents to seek their feedback, knowing the exclusion of the retirement estate may not have been a satisfactory outcome.

“Unfortunately the timeframe for feedback was very tight but to their credit, dozens of Angle Vale residents were able to provide their thoughts via reply-paid envelope and we were able to get the route amended,” he said.

Residents have received information packages outlining the new services, including routes and timetables from Mr Piccolo.

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THAT’s what Two Wells Primary School student Alicia Arthur could be saying to her grandparents, Barry and Jenny Arthur, who bought her Monet painting she completed in art class.

The school held its annual and increasingly popular Grandparents Day celebration on Friday, July 4, which wrapped up a successful term.

The day involved concert items from the students, visits to the classrooms by parents, grandparents and friends, as well as a book fair in the library with morning and afternoon tea for all who attended.

TWPS governing council also provided a sausage sizzle and everyone had a great day.

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Afghan war memorial draws critical comment Two Wells RSL accused of ‘doing its own thing’ Les Pearson reports: TWO Wells RSL is engaged in another war, albeit on a much smaller and less volatile battlefield known to its many veterans, coming under criticism from local councillors for failing to follow approval procedures.

The club has taken large steps towards completing its memorial to soldiers lost in the recent Afghanistan war, although some District Council of Mallala elected members have conveyed their opposition to some aspects of the RSL’s activity.

Two Wells RSL president, Tony Flaherty, said the club had done a mountain of work on the memorial site, improving the World War I monument and extending the site with a second memorial site for soldiers who lost their lives in the Afghanistan war.

The problem is; several aspects of both the improvements and construction of the newer portion of the site did not have either prior approval from council, nor community consultation.

This has led to criticism from some councillors, who claim they are simply carrying the comments from community members into council meetings.

The RSL’s Afghanistan memorial will be

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Wa k e f i e l d f a m i l i e s a re r i g h t l y concerned about the Abbott Government’s cuts as they start to be felt across the region.

TWO Wells RSL members (from left) Tony Flaherty, Neil Bonsor, Brenton Lawrence and Dean Cook, are disappointed with recent negative feedback to the new Afghanistan war memorial. unique to South Australia, featuring 42 memorial stones for those who lost their lives in that war.

A large granite dog is also planned to go on the site to acknowledge the eight canine companions lost. The site will be completed with a backlit metal sign featuring the Rising Sun logo and the word “Afghanistan” emblazoned across the top.

While Mr Flaherty admits people and council have predominately been supportive of the project, some comments against the new memorial

coming from the community through council have incensed RSL members.

Criticism to date includes the fact none of the soldiers in the Afghanistan memorial are from Two Wells and the war was politically motivated.

“Every vet who has lost their life in war deserves to be in every war memorial in the nation,” Mr Flaherty fired back.

He said members were offended by the opposition towards putting the word Afghanistan on

the sign with the Rising Sun. “It’s just so negative and it’s breaking these guys’ hearts,” Mr Flaherty explained.

Brenton Lawrence, formerly of Lower Light and now living in Dublin, said some of the thoughts expressed were “un-Australian”.

Mr Flaherty admitted there were times the RSL had carried out work before receiving council approval, including the re-alignment of the World War I monument.

He said it was found

the structure was not pinned together and presented a safety issue if unattended to.

With that in mind, he consciously opted to get the matter quickly sorted, rather than wait for council approval.

The plans for the granite dog and Afghanistan sign are also on public consultation at the moment, although both the sign and the dog have been built and are awaiting installation.

“Sadly, it is an issue that we did it, when we did it,” Mr Flaherty said.

Procedure must be followed: Wasley ONE elected member raising concerns about the current activities of Two Wells RSL is District Council of Mallala deputy mayor, Mark Wasley.

Cr Wasley, who also is a current member of Two Wells RSL – and expressing solely his personal opinion on the matter – explained the continuous evasion of council protocol could not be ignored.

“A fundamental part of the problem here is members of the community have been coming to council meetings to express their concern over the RSL doing things without council approval,” he said.

“That’s the problem.

“All due support to the RSL; they do a lot of work for the community but sometimes they do things in a bit too much of a rush, while everyone else has to follow council imposed procedure.”

While some of the improvements and works at the memorial site were considered relatively minor but important to get done as soon as possible, Cr Wasley said the RSL chose not

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to notify council at all.

“They didn’t bother to contact anyone at council beforehand, that’s the main thing.

“The comments are often ‘the RSL is doing its own thing’ and when people bring that up, it’s hard for council to deny.

“They’ve just jumped the gun a bit in their eagerness to get things done.”

Cr Wasley said he was torn between the two parties as he agreed in-principle with the work being done.

“It’s my duty as a councillor to make sure the applications are submitted and are an accurate reflection of what’s going on,” he said.

“I have a responsibility to the community to make sure those procedures are followed.”

The addition of the word “Afghanistan” to the backlit sign for the new memorial also caught Cr Wasley off guard, after sighting a previous draft without the word on the sign.

Two Wells RSL president, Tony Flaherty, claimed the example was to give councillors an idea of the sign’s size and was

Local residents entitled to their opinions DEPARTING District Council of Mallala CEO, Charles Mansueto, has a tricky situation on his hands in handling the recent indiscretions by the Two Wells RSL. While minor in nature, Mr Mansueto admitted council could not turn a blind eye to these transgressions.

“There are still processes involved and communication is always important but in light of recent events, it is clear that communication could have been better,” he never the final product.

“Once you put Afghanistan on top, people start to question it as it’s a bit more specific,” Cr Wasley said.

“I realise a lot of these issues are on a smaller scale but

said. Mr Mansueto also believed community opposition to the new Afghanistan war memorial was to be expected to some degree.

“Everyone is entitled to their opinion in any matter council has to deal with,” he said.

“There is no doubt the potential is there to attract a lot of people to the site, just as the tank is doing currently, but in relation to the different views of the new memorial, people are entitled to them.”

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These cuts will increase emergency department waiting times, increase elective surgery waiting times, and reduce the number of hospital beds across the country.

These cuts will mean fewer doctors, nurses, midwives, psychologists, radiographers and oncologists.

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This will mean our local principals will be forced to spend time dealing with funding cuts, when they just want to get on with improving our schools.

Subject choices, sport programs, teacher’s aides, music lessons, as well as extension and remedial support will be cut.

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Sun always shines on Angle Vale Recent data indicates the Wakefield electorate has the best uptake of solar technology statewide – with Angle Vale leading the way! This special report shows how we compare against localities around the region.

Local community leads the way in use of solar power LOCAL residents are switching on to solar power at such a rate we are leading the state in acceptance of solar technology.

Figures released by solar facilitator Green Energy Trading (GET) show a third of houses in the Federal Wakefield electorate (33.7 per cent) have some form of solar power.

Angle Vale comes in first (postcode 5117), followed by Rosewor-

thy, (5371) then Lewiston, Two Wells, Dublin, Long Plains, Avon and The above table indicates how Wakefield compares against the rest of SA and the nation. coastal towns like Middle Beach, (all in post- government body re- ston (29.8) by nearly volved, sourced from has 218 houses using code 5501). sponsible for admin- four per cent. Adelaide the 2011 Australian Bu- solar panels, 61 on solar Mallala (5502) and istering legislation to was a low 14.9 and Sturt reau of Statistics (ABS) hot water for an uptake Balaklava (5461) town- reduce carbon emissions (the leafy suburbs) 18.4. census. of 279 from a total of Anecdotal reports ships are also very solid and increase the use of Of 92,000 dwellings 663 dwellings – or 42.1 users of solar photo- clean energy, shows suggest solar uptake in Wakefield, 23,060 per cent! voltaic systems (PV), Wakefield was ahead of in wealthier regions is have solar panels, with Gilbert Valley towns achieving figures well the State average of 29.1 much lower than “mort- just under 8,000 having are also in love with above the electorate per cent of total solar gage belt” areas. solar hot water installa- the sun. Riverton has Postcodes were used tions. Figures relate to 42.5 per cent of homes average. uptake.

Data sourced by GET And we eclipsed our to define the data, with the period ending Janu- using solar and nearby from the Clean Energy nearest rival, the south- information made avail- ary 31 this year.

Saddleworth 37.2. Tiny Regulator, the Federal ern electorate of King- able by the Climate Some areas – includ- Tarlee/Giles Corner has Council, an independent ing 5520 (Snowtown) 41.5 per cent of homes group which provides and 5510 (Lochiel) have using solar. authoritative informa- no data available. No South Australia’s tion to the Australi- reason has been pro- rooftop solar systems an public on climate vided for this. provide six per cent of change.

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echo 9 Our kayaking kings conquer the river Murray and raise cash for charity Bec O’Brien reports: What has two paddles, four feet, two heads and can travel more than 30 kilometres a day along the River Murray?

Why Two Wells resident Paul Schmelzkopf (pictured, right) and Lewiston youth, Rhys Dezsery, in their kayaks of course!

Earlier this year, the pair decided to join Novita’s Canoe 4 Kids challenge, and paddled from Mildura on the River Murray to Loxton, completing the 406-kilometre journey in two weeks.

Each man’s single, three-metrelong touring kayak was equipped with supplies and swags, with the pair camping on the banks of the Murray with the 10 or so other participants.

“It’s a past-time we do occasionally,” Paul remarked.

“And we thought, ‘why not do it for a good cause?’.”

Paddling for between 30 and 40 kilometres each day, sometimes into strong head winds, was not easy, but the duo helped raise $5000 for Novita Children’s Services, and also purchased four specialist wheelchairs as a result of their efforts.

An industrial designer at Boxbiz in Woodville North, 23-year-old Rhys said the trip was a two-fold opportunity to do something for others and at the same time reach a long-held personal goal.

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PADDLE

POWER! n Rhys Dezsery in his kayak as part of the Canoe 4 Kids challenge.

n Paul Schmelzkopf pulling into the bank of the River Murray after a long day paddling.

“On a personal challenge, I’ve always wanted to do a decent kayak trip,” Rhys said.

“It was a mental game at points along the way, and it was also a physical challenge.

“Plus it was good bonding with Paul.”

Paul is the father of Rhys’ girlfriend, Danielle and for him, the trip was both challenging and rewarding.

“I was a bit concerned I wouldn’t keep up with everybody,” Paul laughed.

“But I’m thinking I’ll do it again next year.”

Each day the pair paddled for up to eight hours as part of a larger group of about 10 participants.

Their journey was challenging, scenic, at times funny and all in the name of a terrific cause.

“We saw kangaroos, emus, goats, even snakes along the river bank,”

Rhys commented. “I even saw a kangaroo swimming across a lagoon.

“That’s something I had never seen or heard of before.”

“We got to understand it (river health) all a bit better,” Paul added.

Well done guys, not an easy feat by any means!

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Ga-Ga-Gag man T wenty-year-old Virginia resident, Ben Harvey, is a man of many talents. For those who know him, or maybe just recognise the face, he’s often on stage playing a character as part of the Two Wells Melodrama Group’s annual performance.

But what many people don’t know is that Ben is also an aspiring comedian and breakfast radio announcer on Fresh 92.7 FM. The community youth station based in Adelaide’s city centre plays mostly dance music and you can hear Ben every Wednesday and Thursday from 6-9am as part of the Ben and Liam show.

Co-hosting with Liam Stapleton, Ben first volunteered behind the scenes at Fresh in late 2012 but grabbed the chance to fill in as a presenter in December of that same year.

“I used to listen to Fresh anyway and their ads kept asking for people to volunteer, so I went down there with a friend,” he said.

A farmhand at Wilson’s dairy, just outside Two Wells, Ben says he loves the radio environment and is keen to make a career of it.

In the

SPOTLIGHT

Bec O’Brien spotlights BEN HARVEY in another of her occasional features. able to operate the complicated sound panel as well as announce.

It is this skill Ben hopes will one day see him stand out from the crowd and land him a paid job. Everyone who works on-air at Fresh is a volunteer.

“The fun of it is the fact that you get to go in every Wednesday and Thursday and it’s

BEN HARVEY TUNES IN AND STANDS UP FOR HIS CAREER CHOICE He completed a three-month course at the Australian Radio School at the beginning of this year and is relishing the experience he’s gaining through his show with Liam.

“It’s hard, but I’d like to give it (professional radio announcing) a shot,” he said.

“It’s very much just learn as you go (and) the thing we do that no-one else does is have a lot of fun with it.

“You get out what you put in.”

Doing voice-overs is another avenue Ben would like to explore further in his radio journey.

Ben’s primary school years were spent in Two Wells followed by high school at Gawler High.

The youngest of three children, he grew up in Lewiston, with mum Marie, dad Murray and siblings Bianca and James. He left school at the age of 16.

“My ultimate goal is to do breakfast radio on a prime time radio station,” he said.

Ben has been working with Liam since the start of this year and is multi-skilled, being

n HEAR Ben Harvey on Fresh FM and laugh with him in the Rhino Room enjoyable,” he said. “It doesn’t feel like a job.”

On stage with the Two Wells Melodrama Group for the past two years, Ben also loves this aspect of his life, saying it’s just another way for him to entertain people.

“I love doing things on stage,” he explained. “I also do a bit of stand up comedy in the Rhino Room.”

Ben regularly takes part in stand-up com-

edy nights at the Rhino Room every couple of weeks in the open-mic session.He says his five-minute routine changes depending on his mood, events of the week, and the crowd, with not much pause between jokes.

“If you can evolve with what’s happening in front of you, and use that, it’s what works,” he said. “Usually I write it down then I leave it for a week or two.

“Then I read it again and if it’s still funny that’s when I know it’s got staying power.

“Anything that makes people laugh, I love to do.

“The reason I love radio is the music, but I love comedy more than music and radio is that medium between the two.”

Ben used to play football for Two Wells, competing as a young junior right up to under 17s, including one season in the B grade.

He’s also done a bit of recreational boxing too. With so many talents keep an eye on (or maybe it should be an ear out!) for the name Ben Harvey.

You can follow him on Instagram at benandliam or twitter ben_and_liam, or jump online at www.fresh927.com.au.

Or better yet, tune in your radio and listen to him on Wednesday and Thursday mornings.

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ELLEN’s EXPO REFLECTS HER LOVE OF ANIMALS n If you’re an art lover or are just looking for something interesting to do, why not head to Gawler and view local artist Ellen Steyn’s amazing exhibition.

Lewiston resident, Ellen, has been painting for many years and spent about 12 months putting together her “Animal Expo: My Love of Animals” exhibition, which opened at the Gawler Community Gallery on July 3.

Featuring 22 paintings, eight small easel paintings and a range of cards, Ellen’s works are all done using acrylic paints and depict a variety of animals including zebras, tigers, elephants, dogs, cats and her favourite, horses.

All artworks shown in Ellen’s exhibition are for sale, but you’d better be quick as it ends on August 10.

Ellen can be contacted on 8524 2028 for commission of private animal study or landscape artworks.

And don’t forget, the South Australian Living Arts (SALA) festival kicked off this month too.

Running from August 1-24 the event is an opportunity for local artists of all mediums to showcase their work.

District Council of Mallala once again is supporting the festival and will feature a range of local artworks in its ‘Outside the Square’ art exhibition to be held at various venues throughout the district during this time.

Do you have a story to tell?

For those keen junior writers out there, Two Wells has a new group starting this month to help foster, support and develop your skills.

Or perhaps you’ve never put pen to paper but want to give it a go to see what eventuates.

Everyone has a story inside them somewhere, or so the saying goes, and in a creative move to support young writers in the area, one local author has teamed up with the District Council of Mallala to establish the Two Wells Young Writers Club.

The brainchild of Two Wells resident Haze Sackey, the group will offer an exciting new academic endeavour for the youth of Two Wells and surrounding suburbs and will be based out of Two Wells Public Library.

The club will be run

and supervised

by Haze, who is a published author, award-winning photographer and qualified middle school teacher, currently teaching at Playford Primary School.

Haze is passionate about sharing her love of reading and writing books with the writers of tomorrow.

“The club isn’t just for people who are already great at writing stories,” she said.

“It’s for anyone who has a story inside them but just need some help getting it out and onto paper.

“I’m excited about the club and looking forward to the possibilities it may bring forth for youth in the area.”

The free Two Wells Young Writers Club

n TWO Wells resident, published author, award-winning photographer and qualified middle school teacher, Haze Sackey, is behind the establishment of the Two Wells Young Writers Club.

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experiences with other like-minded people. The club will be holding its inaugural meeting on Wednesday, August 13, at the Two Wells Public Library from 4-5.30pm.

If you or someone you

know may be interested in joining the club please contact Janine Harding on 8527 0200 or just ask the librarian at Two Wells Library for an information brochure next time you visit.

Like some help with your business, have questions, or need help working out where you need help? Call Meagan or Sue on 85633603 or email admin@ barossa.org.au to make an appointment.

ALSO check out www.barossa.org.au / services for business for our Business to Business offer and other resources for a business owner or manager.

RDA Barossa services are collaboratively funded by The Barossa Council, Town of Gawler, Light Regional Council, District Council of Mallala, Regions SA and Dept Industry.

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Marvels of life – with a warning!

k Believe it or not, spring is just around the corner! You don’t have to look far to see our landscapes are slowly changing as the daylight hours increase, soils become warmer and many of our native trees and shrubs are beginning to flower.

This climatic change is a trigger for wildlife to start to look for nesting sites and if you are fortunate to have a variety of native trees and shrubs within your garden, you may have some birds call your garden home for the next couple of months.

A friend of mine has a pair of swallows that return every year to build their nest under the veranda.

From their kitchen you can watch these birds build their nest, lay their eggs, raise their young and watch the chicks as they learn to fly.

One of the great marvels of life is watching new life begin, and this is happening all around us every springtime, but how many of us take

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time to notice what is really happening in our own region?

Sadly many of our natural habitats for our wildlife are being eroded due to land clearing and developments, which in turn can have major impacts on the local biodiversity within our region. k Our backyards are like stepping stones (fragmented landscapes) throughout our region.

These stepping-stones, when connected, form wildlife corridors that enable our native fauna to travel throughout our district.

Providing the necessary resources for food, water or shelter our wild-

life needs to survive will enable our native animals to expand their territories beyond your backyard. k I believe this an ideal time of year to encourage our young people to find out what wildlife is visiting our properties.

Collecting data on wildlife that lives within our community can help support future biodiversity programs.

On my regular travels around our district it troubles me to see so many plant species that have escaped from peoples properties.

You could say ‘well if they look good in my yard they will look good anywhere’.

Unfortunately this is not the case.

A lot of these escapees will dominate and out-compete our native plants.

They also do not provide the food resources for our native animals, birds and butterflies, etc.

k Gazanias are one of those plants that may look good in your garden, but I have noticed this species through seed dispersal are moving into our reserves including the Aunger ponds, Lewiston wetlands etc.

When these plants become established, we will lose the essence of what I believe distinguishes our region from many other regions.

If you are aware of areas that are under threat from pest plants contact your council, as by working together we can eradicate a number of pest plants from our region.

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.

All South Australian landholders have legal responsibilities to

manage declared plants. Declared plants are regulated under the Natural Resources Management Act 2004.

They are significant weed threats to our state’s primary production industries.

As property owners it is our responsibility to manage these weed threats in our region. k If you are unsure of what plants you may have on your property, I would recommend the website 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.

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Check out the Chef’s Choices, and the specials board, which changes regularly.

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Lunch and dinner is available seven days a week, and a happy hour is available on Saturdays from 1-4pm, with $4 schooners on offer. Cheers!

The beer garden is available all year around and is very user friendly, and is a great venue for your next party.

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echo 13 The people of a small French village continue to tend the graves of seven brave RAAF men who lost their lives in a World War II plane crash. Local man Gerry Dowling made a pilgrimage to his uncle’s last resting place.

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wo Wells resident Gerry Dowling travelled to France last month to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the death of his uncle during World War II. Accompanied by wife Jenny, Gerry honoured the ultimate sacrifice of Flight Sergeant George Edward Dowling, known fondly as Teddy, who was killed over the small farming village of Ellecourt in northern France on July 5, 1944.

Brother to Gerry’s dad, Harry, Teddy was the youngest of seven children, and grew up at Port Hughes on Yorke Peninsula.

A tail-gunner in the Royal Australian Air Force, Teddy manned the gun at the rear of a Lancaster bomber aeroplane, and was on his first operational mission when he died.

He was only 20 years old.

Short in stature, Teddy was perfectly suited to his role as tailgunner – being small meant he could fit more comfortably into the confined rear of the plane.

“Some say he saw the war in reverse,” Gerry joked of Teddy’s rearward-facing position.

When the plane Teddy was in was shot down over Ellecourt, the local villagers buried all seven men in the local cemetery and have continued to care for their graves to this day.

“This village has looked after them ever since,” Gerry said.

“The local council decided to have a ceremony to mark the 70th anniversary and invited the relatives of the crew to attend.”

A memorial church service, followed by a graveside service and civic reception were held to mark the date.

A Vietnam veteran himself, Gerry said the trip was an emotional reminder of a time gone by.

“Having been brought up when I was, when God save the Queen was the national anthem, every-

thing was sort of focused around the country, we felt like we were part of it,” Gerry explained.

“This trip was like a pilgrimage and the fact Uncle Ted is buried there, made it somewhat emotional.”

Gerry says the whole village turned out to participate in the commemoration and he was fortunate to meet one resident who was just 11 years old when the plane crashed.

“She’s been tending the graves and she was very emotional,” he said.

“The mayor, who was a big hulk of a man but a big teddy bear, said ‘we want you to go back to your family and tell them that your uncle is now one of us, we respect him and we will look after him forever’.

“The village people were absolutely amazing and very humble.

They were just lovely people and it was an experience I’ll never forget.”

Gerry also lost another uncle in WWII, Peter Dowling, in the Montevideo Maru as a Prisoner of War (POW) when it was torpedoed by the US Navy on its way to Japan on July 1, 1942. The five Dowling brothers, including Gerry’s dad, Harry, all served in WWII, with Teddy and Peter’s names listed on the Moonta War Memorial.

A regional tourism award is still named after Gerry’s dad and is presented each year to a resident for services to regional tourism on Yorke Peninsula.

While their three-week overseas trip was based around a significant event in Gerry’s life, he and Jenny took the opportunity to also visit relatives and other places of interest such as Cornwall, York and Whitby.

Gerry and Jenny Dowling (centre) with the Mayor of Ellecourt, Gerard Chaidron, (right) and their interpreter, Delphine Villiers, who is a local teacher.

Two Wells Echo, August, 2014

Two Wells resident and Vietnam veteran, Gerry Dowling, with a photopgraph of his uncle, Flight Sgt George Edward (Teddy) Dowling.

TOP: A Lancaster bomber INSET: The seven graves at Ellecourt, northern France, have been well tended by local villagers for the past seven decades. Teddy’s grave is at far left.

LEFT: Gerry Dowling at his Uncle Ted’s grave in Ellecourt, France.

Gerry with Simone Bourdon, who was only 11 when she witnessed the crash and saw Uncle Ted’s body.

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‘Mansueto will be missed’ The impending departure of Charles Mansueto from the position of CEO of the District Council of Mallala is indeed a shame.

Many local residents have expressed to me their dismay that his resignation has been tendered.

Similar dismay was expressed by the Members of the Two Wells Regional Action Team (TWRAT) who are most appreciative of the assistance of Charles since his appointment to council.

Charles is highly respected in the world of local government as well as the business world and will be a profound loss to our council area.

A letter from a ratepayer to a recent issue of the Plains Producer newspaper suggested the CEO was the person who spends the ratepayers’ money.

Without plans being approved by the actual councillors for the spending of this money, the CEO cannot achieve anything.

I have been impressed with the way Charles has overseen the spending in budgets, as approved by the councillors and feel the letter by the ratepayer is quite misleading.

I presume the councillors of

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DCM are as horrified as many ratepayers are at the approaching loss of the services of this very wise CEO. The people elected to council in November will have to approve the appointment of another CEO. I am sure it will be very hard to find someone as honest, qualified, realistic and caring as Charles Mansueto.

Many people are waiting for the land in the Hickinbotham sub-division to be available for purchase.

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be bringing money into the area for their shopping etc.

This should generate much excitement and optimism for the council and for the businesses in the Two Wells area.

It is my sincere hope the person appointed as the new CEO recognises (under the guidance of the councillors) the huge potential benefit of these new residents moving in and the infrastructure to be provided to cope with the larger population.

Asudden upsurge in planning applications (needing to be processed rapidly) is a chance for council to show they really are proactive in having staff numbers to cope (currently there is quite a delay to get planning approvals out – documents arriving to companies and residents four weeks after approval is given).

Finally, I would like to express to Charles my thanks and also the gratitude of all the local people who have spoken with me in the last couple of weeks.

We wish you well in your new position and wish you good health and happiness in the future.

Bev Smith-Trim, Two Wells

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• FROM PAGE 1 the need for septic tanks/soakage pits).

Various pressures are pushing growers in the A challenge for council will be to engage with traditional food bowl of Virginia to look elsewhere. the community to both improve understanding of DCM has an enormous potential to capitalise on debt, what is an appropriate level of debt and the this by creating a planning environment that supports opportunities it brings if managed effectively. such growth while also ensuring the infrastructure And finally, the Two Wells Town Centre upgrade is in place. is key to ensuring better services are provided to the Council has been proactive on this issue, working entire community. actively to access a much-needed sustainable water A strong message from the community was to supply – a key driver to the increased ensure the vitality of the Two Wells investment in this industry.

Town Centre is enhanced while Council has also, through its preserving the rural character.

Strategic Directions Report and a reThese aspects are currently being cent joint study into the horticultural worked on in drafting amendments industry, identified key planning to the Development Plan to ensure issues that need to be addressed if the town centre grows with the coma supportive planning environment munity and ensuring its character is is to be achieved. not lost.

This opportunity needs to be Within these plans the new capitalised on now given the state council will need to engage with the government’s activity in looking at community as to whether a new civic future economic growth beyond the centre that brings together a number traditional manufacturing industry. of key services is supported.

The issue of debt has always A properly planned civic centre been one that understandably cre- CHARLES MANSUETO is more than just an office – it is a ates considerable debate amongst place where the community has the council and its community. ability to learn, live and play – all Effectively leveraged debt is not key drivers in enhancing the coma major concern if the debt is being spent on increas- munity’s well being. ing the council’s capacity to meet the needs of the These are just a snapshot of what I see as the key community and within its Long Term Financial Plan. issues that need to be addressed.

Examples of projects that have impacted on counIn the end how successful council is in addressing cil’s debt levels recently and into the future (subject the challenges and capitalising on the opportunito council approving proposed projects) are increased ties will require a common trust and collaboration investment in road construction, development related amongst councillors, community and staff. infrastructure, civic precinct and community waste It has been a pleasure to work with many passionate management schemes. community members and I look forward to seeing It is interesting to note road construction is the the continued progression of some key initiatives. greatest area of spending in council’s Long Term Financial Plan, well beyond any other infrastructure projects.

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cuisine for an hour everyone had the e Warrick Barnes facilitated mega munchies. a community tree planting at Light e On Saturday, July 5, I Beach on Friday, July 4. attended the ‘Music Sessions with Despite a dodgy road the Expression High Tea’ concert at weather was perfect; at least until Two Wells Community Centre. about five minutes after I left and it It was a fantastic night and as began raining. most would know a lot of hard Volunteers including Kip Fuller, work was put into the preparations Brian Walker, Malcolm Frost, and Jean Turner planted several hundred trees.

MESSAGE TO RESIDENTS: e Later on that afternoon the library hosted another From DCM Mayor author event and this time and Lewiston ward our guest was Jane Paech.

Councillor She shared anecdotes Duncan Kennington from both of her books on Paris and the city’s food and for such an event. I congratulate culture: ‘A family in Paris: stories the students for their commitment, of food life and adventure’ and perseverance and courage; also the ‘Delicious days in Paris: walking parents, many helpers on the night tours to explore the city’s food and and especially the kitchen hands culture’.

DCM’s Anne Sawtell and Janine and waitresses.

Some of the performers who Harding organised the smooth participated included Jamie Groom, running of the event and many Matt Snelling, Brett Snelling and thanks to Margaret Gameau and Tim Rodes. the Two Wells Bowling Club who I was ready to come to the stage once again were busy preparing to demonstrate my singing skills but afternoon tea. Of course, after apparently wasn’t needed! listening to Jane describe French

Crab bag limits remain

Commercial and recreational blue swimmer crab fishing arrangements have been reviewed and updated for the upcoming 2014–15 season to ensure the sustainability of the fishery.

Recreational limits for blue swimmer crab will remain at a daily individual bag limit of 20 and a daily boat limit of 60 in Gulf St Vincent only.

For all other South Australian waters the recreational blue swimmer crab limit will remain at a daily bag limit of 40 and a daily boat limit of 120. n NOTE: This differs from a report in last month’s Echo, where supplied government information incorrectly included SAND crabs in bag limits. Revised information was supplied after the Echo went to press.

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published by the South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI) Aquatic Sciences, shows while the Spencer Gulf fishery remains in a strong position the Gulf St Vincent fishery remains at a low level.

Director Fisheries and Aquaculture Policy at PIRSA, Sean Sloan, said the Total Allowable Commercial Catch (TACC) for Gulf St Vincent would remain at a reduced level for the 2014–15 season.

Gulf St Vincent TACC is 196 tonnes and Spencer Gulf 381 tonnes.

“The abundance of juvenile and legal size crabs remains below the acceptable limit set out in the fishery’s management plan and as a result triggered a review of the TACC for the upcoming season,” Mr Sloan said.

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Net, set…GO!

Two Wells Netball Club wrapped up its involvement in the state-wide junior netball introductory program, NetSetGo, last month.

The girls, aged between five and 10 took part in the 10-week program, which the club ran for the second year, and consisted of a variety of weekly skill sessions. The program concluded with a short presentation and meal in the new clubrooms on Thursday July 3.

•Pictured (back) from left: Michelle Dimasi, Hayley Duthie, Amy Spoolder, Stephanie Seres, Tayla Southwell, Bec O’Brien, (middle row) Kasia Szymaniak, Ella Brechin, Zoe Williams, Juliette Murrin Neilson, Kaitlyn O’Brien, Maddison Shepperd, Maddison O’Brien, Chloe Sharpe, Grace Williams, Gabriella Dimasi, Matilda Smans, Emma Sharpe, Brianna Slattery, Alycia Presland, (front) Maddison Antony, Sara Crutchett, Hannah Mercer, Garbiella Fazzalari, Evie Spurling, Lucy Farr, Alyssa Fazzalari and Erika Crutchett. Absent were participants Heidi Bates, Erin Harding and Gemma Harding as well as volunteer, Brooke Humphrys.

Birthday marks 200 for Wake

Nearing the business end of the season

• From back page Travis started playing footy at the club as an 11-year-old junior in the U13s.

Initially a wingman, as he grew older he developed into a strong forward pocket player and has played about 25 games of A grade footy during his time at the club.

A knee injury suffered while playing cricket about seven years ago saw Travis sidelined for a season (ironically the one season Two Wells B grade won a premiership) but he was soon back on the field again.

The club presented Travis with an etched glass mug to commemorate his 200 games, and he is believed to be the first player in recent years to reach this milestone, although a few others are not that far off.

With the B grade currently sitting second on the ladder by one point to rivals Virginia (as of Aug 1), Travis has high hopes he’ll be celebrating again come seasons’ end.

The football season is fast approaching the business end – the finals – with less than four matches remaining in the home and away season.

The Two Wells Football Club sees all four of its grades currently in the top four with anticipation they will continue this form and reach the finals.

The B grade side has continued with its good form and is currently sitting in second position, having only lost three games for the season.

This is even more commendable considering some weeks due to player injuries, work commitments and holidaying there has been up to 15 players unavailable for some games.

The consistent form of Matt Sincock, Cameron Franklin, Ben

WITH NEVILLE SECCAFIEN A grade assistant coach

Stubing and Luke Tryfopoulos has been crucial during the last four or five weeks when numbers were down.

The Adelaide Plains Football League A grade competition is experiencing a very even but unpredictable season, with the top five sides all within two premiership points of each other and vying for only four spots in the finals.

Two Wells’ A grade team has found itself sitting in fifth position, having only won two of its last six games.

A run of hamstring and calf

injuries to Andrew Hardiman, Sam O’Brien, Lee Henderson and Peter Seccafien has contributed to this indifferent form.

This, coupled with the unavailability of Lee Allmond, Ben Spiteri and Theo Markou, through overseas travel, has seen up to seven first-choice A graders missing on any given week.

The club hopes with the return of these players in upcoming matches we’ll see a good month of footy leading up to the finals, hopefully gaining a top two spot on the premiership ladder.

Mix of talent, experience the right formula The A1 side has been travelling well in recent weeks, having had a couple of good wins, including knocking off the top team Hummocks.

Hopefully they can use the confidence they have gained as a team and continue this form into the finals.

Sadly, they will be missing one of their defenders for the rest of the season. Thanks for a great first season in A1 and all the best, Jamie.

The A2s continue to play at a very high standard with good wins over the past few weeks.

They have had a few injuries but their versatile team has been able to cover this and still come away with a good win.

They look forward to playing Mallala in a few weeks to try and secure top spot.

The A3s have really dominated their grade with some great wins over the last couple of weeks.

Their mix of upcoming talent and experienced net-

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ball heads has proven to be the perfect formula.

They have had some help from a few A4 players recently due to absences, who have slotted into the team and played really well.

Now they just need to keep up this form coming into finals.

The A4s continue to blow the opposition away with some massive wins recorded over the past few weeks.

Their mix of experience and talented youth is also proving to be the right formula.

They also have a very versatile team, which has proven handy when a few girls have had weeks off.

I’m sure the girls will work hard to stay focused and continue their winning form for the rest of the season.

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improved greatly throughout the season.

Their team has changed around a bit also due to absences and injuries.

They recently recorded a big win over the Two Wells A5 away team, who had been undefeated up until that point.

With this win they evened up the head to head score to now be one win apiece.

I’m sure they will work hard to keep improving coming into the finals.

The A5 away girls have also recorded some good wins over the past few weeks.

They had a slight re-check match against the A5 home team, but they came out of it motivated to improve.

The girls had a great Friday night match against Hamley Bridge recently, with the bonus of having the bar open.

Thanks to Bugs for cooking the yiros!

We are a really excited about the business end of the season.

We have a big chance to get a few premierships if we play our cards right.

I’m sure we will all be bringing our ‘A game’ on Saturdays and training hard to give us the best opportunity to do well.

Go Roosters!

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her first game at the Under 10 Two Wells V Balaklava match on July 19 was Jess Romeo.

n LEFT: Balaklava’s Charli Griffiths tries to intercept but Two Well’s Carla Harris receives the ball in the under 10 match on July 19.

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Dressage event tests riders

Report: Alison Gray

Tayla Sharp riding Artez in the bending event. INSET: Lewiston resident, Karina Alexander bends Pebbles through the poles.

Just ‘horsing’ around The Adelaide Plains Equestrian Club held a fun games day and show preparation session on Sunday July 27.

Around 15 riders took part in the day, with the event split into two parts.

The morning session was led by the club’s vicepresident and experienced show-goer, Ellen Steyn, who demonstrated how to plait manes and tails and apply “horse make-up” in preparation for attending a show event.

Later, riders took part in a range of games including bending, sack race, can race and the Texas barrels.

The club’s next event is a casual trail ride through the Lewiston area on Sunday August 24.

Visit the website www.freeteams.com/APEC for more information.

Two Wells Equestrian and Pony Club held a dressage competition on Saturday July 5.

The tests offered were Pony Club Grade 4, Preliminary, Novice, Elementary and Medium.

With three arenas and over 90 tests completed it was a busy day, and all judged by three highly experienced dressage judges in Mary Hovers, Rachel Vincent, and Tanya Chapman.

While competitions are a lot of fun, it’s the training in between which allows horse and rider to improve and reach their full potential.

TWPC is committed to the education of members and two Lower Northern Zone clinics have been held on our grounds.

Heather Lundquist (Pony Club State coach and FEI dressage competitor) gave flatwork lessons in June, and in July, Taddy McLean (six-time State Showjumping Champion) gave showjumping lessons.

Two Wells members dominated the sessions.

At the State Level, PCASA organised the use of the Northern Equestrian Centre in Penfield

Young APEC member, Felicity Boyce, and her pony Comet.

for two days.

July 26 was a preliminary and Level 1 coaches update. All instructors qualified through the NCAS (National Coaching Accreditation Scheme) with pony club must attend updates regularly to ensure Pony Club rules, regulations and standards are adhered to. Two Wells had four of our coaches attend.

Ajudging observation day was held on July 27, standardising the dressage scoring in dressage tests.

Several riders at different training levels were observed including two Two Wells riders.

Led by Erica Taylor, the observers were invited to discuss the marks that would be attained by these riders, and why.

Several of the club’s under 26 riders are competing at the Lower North Zone Championships at Barossa Valley PC, on August 17.

The following month, on September 21, TWE&PC will hold its encourage dressage training competition.

• Dressage results will be published online at twowellsecho.com.au

LEFT: Veronica Betts riding Russian Roulette and leading Brandy on her way to Pony Club.

RIGHT: Tommy’s first ride at Pony club on Wally led by dad, Marcus Richardson and mum, Rebecca Puro.

Laura Gambling on Jazz riding in one of the games events.

Eight-year-old Tommi Van de Kamp on Ruby, with Mum, Sonya in the bending event.

‘Doc’ shows his superiority in club champs Report: Adam Bail TWGC vice-captain

This month has culminated in the conclusion of the Club Championships.

Once again this year saw Chris ‘Doc’ Girling show his superiority over the rest of the members winning by a comprehensive 36 strokes.

The B grade Championship saw a close battle being fought out between Tim Clifton and the fast finishing Jim Weir.

Tim held on with a narrow three shot victory.

Congratulations to both champions and all of the players who took part over the four rounds.

Another highlight of the month was the Night Golf event held on Friday July 4.

Thirty-two players contested the event and it was

great to see many new faces at the club, many of whom had never played golf before, so playing in the dark was certainly a challenge.

Winners on the night were the local boys, Tim Clifton, Neil Bowden, Michael Dimasi and John Boon.

Everyone had a fabulous night that for some went well into the small hours.

Adam Bail did a magnificent job organising the night and Stuart Grigg brought along four teams from BAE Systems.

Adam was last seen crawling out of his swag, having slept the night at the clubhouse and not waking up until being stumbled over as everyone arrived for golf the next day.

The Ladies on Tuesdays have continued to have a fun time and some solid golf with

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Michael Dimasi, Neil Bowden, John Boon and Tim Clifton took out Two Wells Golf Club’s night golf event last month.

Julie Holland and Judi Frost setting the benchmark with multiple wins over the month.

The Stroke portion of Ladies Club Championships has concluded with the top four progressing to the Matchplay semi-finals.

These will see top seed Kathy Stubing taking on

Leanne Cannizzaro and Julie Holland battling it out with close friend Elaine Grigg for spots in the final next month.

Good luck girls.

If you would like to join us and try and tame our challenging little course and have a great day visit the club this Saturday.

Golf starts at 11am with tee offs until around 12.30pm and everyone in before 5pm for presentation of the days 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 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 information and everything else you need to know. Come out and play!

We would love to see you out there.

A reminder the Women’s

Open Day will be held on August 1 and the Hamley Challenge at Two Wells on August 9. Good golfing!

Saturday Results: 28 June: Stroke A Grade – Chris Girling, Tim Clifton, Ian Smith B Grade – Danny Smith, Ray Prior, James Weir Ladies – Julie Holland, Elaine Grigg 5 July: Stableford A Grade – Gary Payne, Robert Hogg, Andrew Baker B Grade – Ray Prior, Ian Clark, Danny Smith Ladies – Elaine Grigg 12 July: Stroke A Grade – Yogi Frencken, Chris Girling, Gary Payne B Grade – Jeff Spackman, Steven Kelly, James Weir Ladies – Elaine Grigg, Julie Holland, Gemma Connors 19 July: Stroke A Grade – Michael Davies, Andrew Baker, Russell Grigg B Grade – Ian Clark, Jeff Spackman, James Weir

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HOGG SCORES HOLE IN ONE TWO Wells Golf Club’s much acclaimed larrikin and course manager, Bobby Hogg, has done what no other golfer at the club before him has – claimed a holein-one at the famed hole six!!

A “sweet stroke” from the tee on Sunday July 27 during the club’s Men’s Open event, saw “Hoggy” as he’s fondly known, pocket the Peter Kittle Toyota sponsored $1000.

It is the first time a golfer has collected the sponsorship at the hole.

Playing partners Gary Payne of Two Wells and Robert Hinderwell of Hamley Bridge watched on as Bobby’s stroke covered the 136 metres to the scrape, bounced once and went out of sight.

First up Bobby said he thought the ball might have gone into the

hole, but the view was obscured.

It wasn’t until everyone had played their shots and the trio walked down to the scrape they discovered that only two balls were visible, and it became evident Bobby’s ball was indeed in the hole!!

“The shot felt pretty good off the iron,” Bobby said.

“When we went over there we had a wee look in the hole and there it was.”

Bobby says this is the third time he’s managed to score a holein-one but the first for him at the Two Wells course.

His playing partners signed the ball, which is currently being framed to commemorate the achievement and Bobby has generously split the winnings with them.

TWO Wells Golf Club’s course manager, Bobby Hogg, is the first golfer to score a hole-in-one at the club’s hole six, and pocketed $1000 in the process.

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TWO Wells footballer, Travis Wake, has never won a premiership in his many years at the club but he’s hoping 2014 could be the year to change that.

Travis played his 200th game for Two Wells on Saturday July 26 in the B Grade against Hummocks at Lochiel.

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