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New faces line up to take on Champion in Wakefield FEDERAL Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion, will face his fourth Federal Election with at least three new challengers. Clare Valley businesswoman, Kathleen Bourne (Liberal), Barossa

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BAROSSA-based business manager, Richard Inwood, has joined the race for Wakefield as the highly anticipated Nick Xenophon Team (NXT) candidate. Mr Inwood lives at Springton Ward Belt and manages a retail business in Lewiston Gawler the Barossa Co-operative. His professional background Gawler River is quite diverse, from agricultural research and human resource management within CSIRO MacDonald Park for 11 years, two years of high Penfield Virginia Andrews Munno Para Gardens Farm school teaching, before trading Penfield international stock markets for five years. Waterloo RAAF Base Corner Edinburgh Elizabeth Mr Inwood also worked in

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THE Liberal Party has announced Kathleen Bourne (right), of Clare Valley, as its candidate to challenge Nick Champion for the seat of Wakefield. Wakefield is the most marginal Labor seat in South Australia, and Ms Bourne had a strong message for the incumbent Mr Champion. “I think we’ve had three terms of inaction from Nick Champion so it’s time for a change,” she said. “I’m from the wine industry and three terms of watching Nick Champion go backwards rather than further forward has been nothing but annoying. “I want to be relatable to the electorate and to be able to represent the people.” Mrs Bourne won the Liberal Party pre-selection against Darren Hassan, who had previously contested the 2010 federal election as a candidate for the Democrats. She is now busily finalising her campaign strategy, and hopes as a mother and business owner she will appeal to

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“We were getting smashed by cheap imports and we hosted a number of high-powered people on site but no one was able to ever tangibly give us that ‘rubber to the road’, except one person, that was Nick,” Mr Inwood explained. He felt the region has suffered from a lack of action. “We just aren’t seeing the advances towards the next set of manufacturing opportunities or farming practices,” Mr Inwood said. “Youth unemployment is a disgrace for too long and needs to change.”

Craig for the Greens CRAIG Vanstone, 26, will represent the Greens in the seat of Wakefield. Mr Vanstone is currently a business development manager for one of the Adelaide Hills most popular wineries. He has a hands on approach after owning

his own successful small business. He is a keen advocator for social justice, the environment, providing better assistance to welfare recipients & investing in a greener future for South Australians.

Champion’s busy April a wide range of voters. The Libs need only a 3.4 per cent swing to take the electorate, which Mr Champion has held since 2007. “I think it’s imminently achievable,” Mrs Bourne said of the Libs’ prospects in Wakefield. Mrs Bourne said the Liberals’ National Innovation and Science Agenda will be important to the area by helping to grow the economy and create more jobs. She also wants to see red tape cut, and will announce more platforms as her campaign continues.

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Diploma in Agricultural Science at Roseworthy College, a Professional Diploma in Human Resources (AHRI), a Diploma in Business Planning and a Masters of Agricultural Research with Adelaide University. Mr Inwood was trained by the Climate Reality Group (Al Gore) as a Climate Reality presenter and in 2014 was awarded a grant by the SA Industry Leaders Fund and completed An Executive Leaders Program at Wharton University USA. He said his journey onto Mr Xenophon’s team started some time ago, while at Tindo.

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ABOVE: Nick Champion with Two Wells resident, Two Wells RSL Treasurer, John Atherton. April was a busy month for Federal MP, Nick Champion. He visited several local shopping centres on a meet and greet tour in preparation for a federal election, which is looming in the not too distant future. “We’ve been all around the country areas from Port Wakefield down through the Pinery bushfire region, Barossa Valley, Kapunda - my old hometown - Balaklava, and now we’re doing the Adelaide Plains,” he told The Echo. Mr Champion headed to Virginia and Angle Vale shopping centres on Friday, April 15, making himself available to the constituents for an informal chat about local issues, hoping to address any concerns residents may hold and enforce his political tagline, ‘Standing up for the North’. “I don’t think many Australians are really looking forward to a three month election campaign,” Mr Champion said about the upcoming election. “I don’t think that’s very good for the economy and I think that people get a bit sick of politics generally. “But I guess what I’ve always tried to do when I come out here is to first of all listen, take up individual concerns, and where we can, help people out.” Regarding Virginia, Mr Champion was quick to identify the area as horticultural.

Natalie Centenera reports: “It’s the area most people are employed in, and so water becomes an issue out here,” he commented. “There’s long been engineering issues, which I have talked to local councillors about and also just general business conditions. “I often find that people are interested in how things are going. “Angle Vale is a growing urban community, along with the agricultural aspect to it as well, but a growing suburban community. “And of course people are very interested in services. “Whenever you have growing communities on the edge of small towns that are becoming growing communities, services are always an issue. “That’s why we’ve put in the sports complex some years ago, to give the local teams the capacity to grow.” And with one of Mr Champion’s staff members being a member of the Angle Vale Football Club, which has just joined the Adelaide Plains Football League, he’s hoping for a successful season. “I’m assured that they will get a premiership,” he said with a laugh. “That’s what I’m told, that’s what I hope for.”

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New production ready for release Bec O’Brien reports: There’s bound to be mystery, mischief and even a little mayhem in Two Wells this month as the curtain prepares to go up on another Two Wells Melodrama Group production. This year’s show, “What Remains of the Party”, will see a cast of 35 people and more than 100 volunteers stage each performance throughout May. Written by Sarah Groom and Stacey Murray, and directed once again by Eleisha Arbon, the story centres around a birthday party. But it’s a birthday party to end all birthday parties…for some! With madness, mayhem, music, merriment, mystery…and murder! In this year’s production, a birthday party is marred by some dastardly deeds – but who is to blame? Anyone? Everyone? No-one? Three amateur sleuths pit their wits against each other and a mime to point the finger of blame at all but themselves. With merriment and disaster tripping over bodies, it’s a rollicking chase before all is revealed. Or is it? Come and see your favourites on stage – and some new faces!! – and see if you can solve the mystery! Money raised from each performance goes back to local community groups, with six performances, five evenings and one Sunday matinee, to choose from. Evening performances are just $37 and matinee $31, which includes a three-course meal (two-course for the matinee performance). Performance dates are Friday May 13, Saturday May 14, Saturday May 21, Sunday May 22, Friday May 27, and Saturday May 28 at 7:30pm. Tickets are on sale now. To get yours call Kay on 0438 025 208 or email dramatwo@adam.com.au or by mail to TWMG, PO Box 209, Two Wells SA 5501.

Janine Lynn, John Cavallaro and Anne Arbon in costume rehearse for this year’s Two Wells Melodrama Group production “What Remains of the Party”.

Flaherty claims it’s business time Bec O’Brien reports:

NEW District Council of Mallala mayor, Tony Flaherty, has been a few months in the top job and says now it is time to get down to business. That is the business of developing the district for future growth, the business of interacting with ratepayers on a more personal level, the business of providing appropriate, reasonable and affordable services, and the business of strengthening staff and ratepayer relationships. Having held the role of mayor in the past, Mr Flaherty, says in the years since the job has developed to incorporate a more personal level between the council and its constituents. This is something everyone needs to support and nourish, he said. “In some ways it’s very different (from when I was mayor before),” he said. “There’s more contact with ratepayers on a personal level, and there’s closer contact with staff and the CEO on a more professional level. “Trying to get councillors, staff and ratepayers all working together to achieve our goals is important. “If staff and councillors don’t work together then progress is almost impossible (and) progress changes everything.” There is much happening in the district at the moment, especially with the expected housing boom in Two Wells, and Mr Flaherty believes it is this progress that will help to create a vibrancy within the region. “Progress makes the community feel good,” he said. “It’s a visual thing.” Development of the Two Wells township is high on Mr Flaherty’s Two Wells Echo, May, 2016

priorities, and with this he welcomes the construction of a new school and discussion around the possible move of council’s main offices to Two Wells. Although not committing to the move at this point, Mr Flaherty stated it was something that “will happen by natural attrition”. “It may not be a big impost on council funds,” he said. “It may be part of the town centre development.” However, many residents feel the basic services of waste collection and road maintenance in the district need to be improved before large sums of money is spent on projects such as the Two Wells Town Centre Development or the Two Wells Civic Centre. Mr Flaherty believes spending in the district should be as needed, with grants and partnerships with business a continued avenue for council to explore and develop. “The acting CEO has instilled so much vision into the council and staff that we all have something to think about that is positive for the whole district of Mallala,” he said. “The new governance panel makes our council professional (and) the community can have confidence in the staff and the elected members.”

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Jill’s concern for nuclear notion Natalie Centenera reports:

Who is Jill Barclay and why is she so hot under the collar about the proposal to build a nuclear waste storage facility in South Australia? Ms Barclay, of Two Wells, is an activist from ‘way back’ and is currently writing a book about White Collar Psychopaths (WCPs), ruthless and dangerous ‘social predators’ that are entirely self-centred people, driven by greed and profit, who are usually at the head of multi-billion dollar industries. However, after watching the TV news program, The Project, discussing turning Australia into a dumping site for the world’s nuclear waste, she took time out from her book to research the controversial proposal. “I have been a political ‘potstirrer’ forever and I have written a number of letters to the Echo over the years since I retired to my hometown, however, from time to time this ‘angry activist’ rises from the ashes of retirement,” she says. She has penned an extensive report which she sent to the Nuclear Fuel Cycle Royal Commission and the media, in a bid to alert the general public to the dangers this could introduce to our country. “I want people to be aware that Australia is planned as the site for the ‘world’s’ nuclear waste. “I am protesting about what I consider is a certain degree of ‘stealth’, which powerful overseas nuclear power industries are using, to initiate dumping of this most dangerous waste into our country,” she says. “I have no doubt the percentage of WCPs in the nuclear power industry, at executive level, would be as high as CEOs in businesses, or industries where ‘harvesting’ money is a priority.” Her concerns are not to be ignored. The Australian Institute (TAI), an influential progressive think tank which conducts research on a broad range of economic, social and environmental issues, released their own report in March, “Digging for Answers” in response to the tentative findings of the South Australian Royal Commission into the Nuclear Fuel Cycle. This report finds the business case for a nuclear waste storage facility in South Australia is exaggerated, the

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Two Wells resident and “political pot stirrer”, Jill Barclay, has taken a strong interest in the Royal Commission into the Nuclear Fuel Cycle and the proposal to dump nuclear waste in South Australia.

project presenting as risky, and an economic loss overall is well within the range of possible outcomes. The final report from the Royal Commission will be released on May 6, and the State Government will then embark on the next stage of the conversation with the South Australian community. Evidence gathered by the Commission and feedback from the community will be assessed before the State Government provides a full response to the Royal Commission findings, presenting this to Parliament before the end of the sitting year. Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion, says, “We are looking at the beginning of a very long process.

“I do think we have to have an appropriate national place to put the low-level repository waste, which is mainly medical waste from nuclear medicine, the treatment of cancer and the like, which is currently things like gloves and gowns. “With anything beyond that I think that a great deal more thinking needs to go into it. “If we’re going to look at medium to more high-level waste, then there is obviously a range of environmental and more regulatory concerns. “And I don’t see them being resolved in the near or immediate future.” Ms Barclay is doing her bit and says she will constantly try to rally interest so the general public can

make a more informed decision when and if they get a vote. “I could lay fairly heavy odds on the Commission’s final report saying SA would make a perfect ‘dump site’” she said. “I would love to be wrong, but I was shocked to find out the numerous offensive (bordering on corrupt) things, after doing fairly intensive research- which most people do not have the time for, and I think the general public is being conned. SA deserves better.” *Any readers who would like to obtain a copy of Jill Barclay’s report to the Commission can email the ECHO and have your details passed on.

In February 2015, the State Government announced a Royal Commission into the Nuclear Fuel Cycle and the role that South Australia may play in it. The tentative findings released in February 2016 revealed a recommendation to establish an international radioactive waste storage and disposal facility in outback South Australia, burying it in a deep geological storage facility. May 6 is the date when the final report will be completed, upon which the State Government and the general public will provide feedback on it. All South Australians are encouraged to engage with the report and form their own judgements on this important issue for South Australia’s future. The Australia Institute (TAI) has released their own report Digging For Answers in response to the Royal Commission’s tentative findings and raises serious issues for consideration.

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The District Council of Mallala’s Library Service is proud to present the return visits of two of its popular guest speakers. Antiques expert Paul Bartlett will be appraising and valuing family treasures, as part of History Week celebrations at the Mallala Football Clubrooms (Wasleys Road, Mallala) from 1 pm to 4 pm on Tuesday, 17 May 2016. Guests are invited to bring along up to two items for appraisal. The format of this event is similar to the television show ”Antiques Roadshow” and in addition to Mr Bartlett being a wealth of knowledge on the fascinating world of antiques, the last time he visited Two Wells, the audience was certainly entertained with his engaging stories. Locally raised, Annabel Crabb (right) is an Australian political journalist and commentator who is the ABC’s chief online political writer. In addition to a successful news writing career, she undertook a cadetship at the ”Advertiser” in 1997 and has written several political books covering events within the Australian Labor Party. In 2012 Annabel began hosting her own

television program “Kitchen Cabinet” on ABC, an informal interview program with Australian politicians over a meal prepared by both Annabel and her guest. Not surprising, Annabel has now written a cookbook entitled “Special Delivery – favourite food to make and take” which was published last year. Annabel will be kept busy this year with the July Federal election, and coupled with raising three young children with her lawyer partner Jeremy Storer, she maintains a hectic life. Annabel will be speaking at the Mallala Football Clubrooms from 10.30am to 11.30am on Monday, 30 May 2016. Please note that Annabel’s books will be available for purchase on the day, Meg’s Bookshop (based at Port Pirie) will be in attendance. As both these events have proved very popular in the past, it is essential to book your free tickets (which include a complimentary morning/afternoon tea) at the Two Wells Public Library during opening hours on 8520 2100 or email library@mallala.sa.gov.au - as seats are strictly limited.

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30 years of meals on wheels Meals on Wheels in Two Wells marked three decades of continued service and commitment to the local community last month. The branch officially reached its 30-year anniversary on Thursday April 14, with volunteer Helen Gameau also commemorating her own 30 years of service milestone this year. Two Wells Meals On Wheels first opened its doors to the local community in 1986. Today, the branch has 11 dedicated volunteers that deliver meals to 10 clients in the local area. Since inception, Two Wells MOW has delivered 31,148 nourishing meals to people in need and those unable to shop or cook for themselves. Two Wells MOW branch chairperson and volunteer coordinator, Pamela Duncan, commended the volunteer team on the milestone anniversary. “Our volunteers work tirelessly to ensure customers in the local area are supported not only through our daily meal service, but also as a friendly face that provides much needed social contact with people who may no longer have regular visitors,” Mrs Duncan said. “Three decades of meal service and delivery is an exceptional achievement and only possible through the ongoing efforts and contribution of our volunteers. “We thank them for their outstanding commitment and

Bec O’Brien reports: complete willingness to support those who need it most. “We look forward to celebrating our 30-year anniversary with current and past volunteers, including those commemorating their own service milestones with the branch, at a special celebratory event later this year.” For regular client, Glenice Perrett, the convenience and variety of meals available has kept her coming back for the past 18 months. “The meals are lovely,” she said. “And sometimes I can’t eat all of what is provided for one meal. “So I often split them up and have the main meal for lunch and the soup and dessert for dinner.” Meals On Wheels in Two Wells is always available for new customers who are having trouble shopping or cooking for themselves. And of course they would welcome and love to see new and interested people join its volunteer team. For further information, or to inquire, phone 1800 854 453 or contact Pam Duncan on 0409 002 201. Meals on Wheels SA (MoWSA) has a commitment to helping customers live independently in their homes and is the largest community-based volunteer organisation in South Australia.

I w e l c o m e t h e Tu r n b u l l Gover nment’s long overdue announcement that we will build Australia’s 12 future submarines in Adelaide. This decision took far too long, but Mr Turnbull has been brought kicking and screaming to this decision by Labor and the South Australian community. We stood together and would not allow Mr Turnbull and the Liberal’s to break their promise to build 12 submarines at ASC. Helen Gameau (left) is one of the Two Wells MOW founding volunteers and celebrates 30 years of service this year. Helen is pictured here with regular client Glenice Perrett of Virginia.

Two Wells Probus pays Anzac tribute Glenys Middleton reports:

Two Wells Probus paid tribute to the Anzacs at their meeting on Monday April 18, with Anne Arbon and Helen Verner entertaining us with songs from the past. They started their entertainment singing Run Rabbit Run and followed it with many well-known songs of the era. After our morning tea break they returned dressed in beautiful dresses to sing some Vera Lynn Songs. It was a great day with a number of mem-

Robert and Anne Arbon, with Jasmin Daniele and Helen Verner at the Two Wells Probus Club’s meeting last month.

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organising her usual fun quizzes. The guest speaker for the June meeting will be Professor Gordon Howarth, from Roseworthy Campus (Animal and Veterinary Sciences). Gordon also works at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital Gastroenterology Department. If you would like to hear Gordon speak please come and join us and also enjoy some fun and friendship. Meetings are held on the fourth Monday of the month at the Two Wells Bowling club starting at 10am.

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S a d l y, o v e r 1 , 5 0 0 s h i p y a rd workers have lost their jobs due to the delays and games of the Liberal Government. The Turnbull Government must now put pen to paper on a contract with DCNS. We n e e d a c o n t r a c t w h i c h guarantees all 12 submarines are built in South Australia. Without a contract we would have to take Mr Turnbull at his word and as we all know this Liberal Government’s word is meaningless. This saga started with the Liberals first promising the submarines would be built in Adelaide. Then the former Coalition Defence Minister slandered South Australian workers by saying he wouldn’t trust ASC to build a canoe. We then saw the submarines promised to Japan in a secret deal, by an infamous captain’s call from Mr Abbott. Finally, Mr Abbott invented the Competitive Evaluation Process to save his job as PM. Bill Shorten has always been clear that a Labor Government will build all 12 submarines in South Australia. It is just one of many ways a Shorten Government will back South Australian jobs and economic activity.

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STEVEN GRIFFITHS MP Member for Goyder

It was an honour to attend ANZAC commemorations at Mallala. With a large crowd, and lots of people attending the breakfast, this most important of days continues to demonstrate the support that exists across our nation for those who have served and sacrificed. I commend all local RSL committees on their efforts to ensure the significance of this important day is kept alive. Well done. My congratulations to James Miller on being appointed as CEO of the District Council of Mallala. The feedback I have received from community for the period James was acting CEO was extremely positive. I am mindful that so many in the electorate are heavy with burdens, whether it be with financial concerns, health issues, unemployment, or inadequate or inefficient government services. The Goyder office receives many calls for assistance and, of late, concerns have related to elective surgery waiting lists (reportedly now up to four years long), gaps in mental health support, scams, internet privacy, the current fishing review, Euthanasia, nuclear energy storage, Families SA services, raffle licensing requirements, Transforming Health, the state of our roads, the Road Safety Remuneration Tribunal payment order and its effects on local transport operators (I was pleased to be involved with a rally on the steps of Parliament on this topic), the NBN roll out and mobile phone coverage. There has been strong reaction to my recent introduction of legislation in Parliament to impose a cap on council rate rises, and consultation (including with Local Government) is continuing until 26 May when Parliamentary debate will occur and a vote is taken. The Local Government (Rate Increases) Amendment Bill 2016 controls council rake hikes by allowing independent regulator, the Emergency Services Commission of SA, to set the level that councils are permitted to increase rates by (with provision for above the cap rises in special circumstances with the support of community). As outlined in the State Liberals’ 2036 manifesto released in March, the Liberal Party, Leader Steven Marshall, and I are committed to taking the necessary action to reduce cost of living pressures – for households and businesses. In other Parliamentary news, as Shadow Minister for Planning I am pleased to report the seven month debate on the contentious Planning Development and Infrastructure Bill (with its near 400 amendments) has finally come to an end. Pleasingly, my determination to fight against Minister Rau’s push to have local councillors removed from Development Assessment Panels won the day and the option of one councillor representative has been retained. Whilst this important local input in planning decisions that affect local communities is to remain, the new laws do include an urban growth boundary which impacts on the district, a new Planning Commission, changes to planning rules, and a new infrastructure levy – details of which I will include in future columns as they evolve. Full implementation of this Bill will take more than three years, and more legislation will be required.

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Bethany claims youth of year title The Lions Youth of the Year state final was held at the Clare Country Club on Saturday night, with six young students competing for the right to represent South Australia at the national final in Echuca in May. The large audience was inspired by the presentation of the prepared speeches, with topics ranging from “When did Maths and Science stop being cool?” to the rewriting of history and the gender spectrum! Following their prepared speech, the six students were put to the test with some impromptu questions, which they handled very well, giving the judges a difficult time in determining the winner. Winner of the public speaking section was Rickylee Peita from Hope Christian College, sponsored by Elizabeth Playford Lions Club, with a humorous presentation “On History’s Page.” After making her way through four rounds on the Youth of the Year program, the overall winner was announced as Bethany Williams from Scotch College, sponsored by Mitcham Lions Club. Other competitors were Connor Bakaj from Renmark, Ruby Eckermann from Murray Bridge, and Amy Langdon from Balaklava. “These six young students from South Australia gave our judges a challenge to decide who would be our Youth Ambassador for the next 12 months and, indeed, the winner was chosen

LIONS Youth of the Year State finalists (from left) Connor Bakaj, Ruby Eckermann, overall winner Bethany Williams, Annie Simpson; winner of public speaking Rickylee Peita and Amy Langdon. by mere points out of the 110 allocated,” C1 District Chairman and State Co-ordinator SA/NT, Ken Bradford said. Even though the state final has only just been completed, the 2017 Youth of the Year program will start in this district now. “Once again, clubs, schools, students and families will begin the journey which will deliver so many life learning experiences to those who choose to participate, in a program supported by all Lions Clubs in Australia as a Lions activity for the benefit of our youth.”

Mallala Show ’n’ shine

The inaugural Mallala “Show ’n Shine and Go-to-Whoa” event was held at Mallala on Saturday, with a great crowd rolling in to enjoy the event on a glorious day. There was something there for everyone, with hot rods, classic cars and high performance V8s aplenty. The Go-to-Whoa event was a hit with “petrol heads” with plenty of burning rubber on the 60m track. Lions clubs from Mallala, Balaklava and Two Wells

banded together at the oval to cook and sell steak sandwiches, bacon and egg sandwiches and or course, the best donuts in the world! Organisers were very happy with the day, and said it was great to have strong support from the wider community. All money raised by Lions goes straight back into the community, in this case to the Pinery Recovery Fund, confirming Lions lives by its motto of “We serve.”

Busy as a bee at Two Wells primary

RIGHT: Doing their bit for the working bee were TWPS governing council representative, Annie Steer, TWPS principal Lynda Fitzpatrick-Brown and TWPS Year 1/2 Adele Tassone.

Staff, students and visitors to Two Wells Primary School on Monday April 4 could be forgiven for thinking the fairies had been in and transformed the grounds of their school but it was all the work of a small army of volunteers. Parents and friends of the school, as well as some staff and students, brought rakes, shovels, trailers and other gardening gear to help transform the garden areas along the school’s entrance driveway on Sunday April 3 as part of what will hopefully become once-aterm working bees. The brainchild of a couple of local parents, the crew worked for about 4 hours, trimming trees, clearing undergrowth and leaves, and removing litter and rubbish, concluding the working bee with a well-earned sausage sizzle and cool drink.

Mel Sochacki (far left) with Karyn, Ethan, 4, and Damon Baillie.

Paul Cavallaro, Michael Brougham and Darren Calvett.

ABOVE: Getting their hands dirty at the TWPS working bee were, from left, Blake Harris, Lachlan and Taryn Sochacki, Carla Harris, Sheree Calvett and Amanda Farr.

Bec O’brien reports: TWPS principal, Lynda Fitzpatrick-Brown, says she was thrilled with the turnout and the impact the volunteers made on the school’s grounds. “It’s great to see the community supporting the school,” Mrs Fitzpatrick-Brown said. “Many hands make light work and everyone was digging in. They all brought their own trailers and chainsaws, it was fabulous. They’ve all done an amazing job.” Mrs Fitzpatrick-Brown said the working bee was driven by new parents to the school and was supported by the school’s newly appointed groundsman, who all “brought a fresh perspective” to the area, saying first impressions count. The school hopes to conduct similar working bees once a term, so stay tuned.

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What makes Mum special? How will you show her this on Mother’s Day? Natalie Centenera asked some locals!

Mother and Son, Rob Kilmartin and Janet Morgan. “Mum has always put me before herself for so many years, especially when returning home from war.”

Terryn Rich, Ava Willington and Layla Willington Terryn: “Mum surprises us and loves us.” Ava: “Mum gives us food…..and hugs and kisses” Layla: “Mother’s Day is to celebrate Mummies.”

Mackenzie and Dakota Cummins “Mum looks after us. She cares about us and loves us in our own ways. We’re going out for breakfast on Mother’s Day as she works hard all the time.”

Nicholas and Aiden Sinclair Nicholas-“Mum is always nice and comes up to tickle us.” Aiden- “I love the food she makes.” Apparently Mum, May Sinclair, will have breakfast in bed with a cup of tea.

Rajaven M. “My Mum and Grandmother are both in New Zealand so I will be thinking of her. She has done everything for me, taking me all over the world.”

Mother and Daughter, Bernie and Rebecca Ielasi. Rebecca says of her Mother, “I just think that she’s amazing because she does everything for us. Nothing is too difficult when it comes to helping us, and there are four kids and grandkids as well.”

Kylie hitting the Heysen for bowel cancer awareness Bec O’Brien reports: It’s not pretty and it’s definitely not usual “round the dinner table” type talk, but one Two Wells resident is hoping to raise awareness of bowel cancer by pounding the pavement – or in this case, South Australia’s well-known Heysen Trail. Kylie Pellizzari will walk 80 kilometres in just two days this month as part of the Jodie Lee Foundation Trek. The Jodi Lee Foundation (JLF) was established to raise awareness of and funds for bowel cancer research following the death of young mother of two, Jodie Lee, in 2010. The 2016 JFL trek in SA honours the memory of Tracey Lee Diamond, who lost her battle with bowel cancer in February 2014 aged just 41. Starting on May 20 on the outskirts of the Wirrabara Forest, the two-day trek will wind its way along the state’s popular hiking trail, the Heysen trail. Around 350 participants will have to scale the 960-metre high Mt Remarkable at Melrose on the beginning of the second day, this on the back of a 40-kilometre hike the day before. The trek will finish at Horrocks Pass, west of Wilmington in the Flinders Ranges. Kylie - who is taking part in her second JLF trek (she walked 20 kilometres in last year’s event) - is part of an eight-member team, which includes friends who have lost loved ones to bowel cancer. Two Wells Echo, May, 2016

Two Wells resident, Kylie Pellizzari (third from right) is taking part in the Jodi Lee Foundation Trek along the Heysen Trail this month. She is pictured here with teammates, Jenny Geytenbeek, Sam Prentice, AnnMaree Roche, Andrew Geytenbeek, Leanne Murch and Jayne Polito. “This is about early detection of bowel cancer,” Kylie explained. “It doesn’t matter how much money we raise, the main reason we’re doing this is to raise awareness of the disease. “We want people to realise it affects young people (and) a simple $30 test from the chemist could help with early detection.” The JLF Trek is a challenging event and a reasonable level of hiking experience and fitness is needed to take part. Kylie has been training for the hike since early November, taking many long distance walks and regularly climbing the popular Mt Lofty trail, even roping her family and friends in for training support.

She will tackle the 40-kilometre daily trek, with pit stops every 10 kilometres for drinks and refreshments, head-on and says the most challenging part will be the testing Mt Remarkable climb on the second day. Thinking ahead, Kylie climbed this mount with her son last year, so she knows what she’s in for. As part of her fundraising efforts Kylie and her teammates held a wine and cheese afternoon at a friend’s house in Gawler on Sunday April 10. All the best Kylie, as part of an old Irish blessing goes, “May the road rise up to meet you, may the wind always be at your back”.

Sue Holland and Maria Pellizzari.

Michelle Dimasi, Natalie Centenera and Tricia Spurling.

Enjoying the wine and cheese afternoon raising funds for bowel cancer was Rocco Polito, Robert Polito, David Gameau and Tiffany Gameau.

Leanne Cannizzaro and Phyllis Little.

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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 Bev Molloy Phone: 0427 970 865. 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.

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

Church times

Anglican Church Services St Peter’s Mallala 10am May 8 (2nd Sunday) 10am June 5 (1st Sunday) 10am July 3 (1st Sunday) Contact: Nita Noble 8527 2303 St Paul’s Two Wells 10am May 1 - History Month Service 10am May 8 - Mallala St Peter’s 10am May 15, 22 & 29 10am June 12, 19 & 26 Contact: Di Meaney 8520 2308. Priest: Fr Bart O’Donovan (08) 7510 1148. 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.

Community bus

Community Bus, return trip to Elizabeth City Shopping Centre, Only $5 return (kids free), Next bus: May 20, 2016. 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: MondaysClosed, Tuesday & Thursday 9:30am to 5pm, Wednesday – 1pm to 7pm, Friday – 9:30am to 3pm, Sat – 9am to 11am, Ph 8520 2100.

CFS

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

Community centre

TWO Wells Community Centre, Available for hire for weddings, special occasions, seminars, conventions. Seats up to 200, large kitchen & bar, Contact: Lance Morgan 0407 796 195 for more information.

craft shop

Lions Club - Two Wells

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

Two Wells Lions Club meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm at the Two Wells Tavern. Contact Rodney Mildred on 0418 856 883 for more information. All are welcome.

Equestrian & Pony club

The Adelaide Plains Equestrian

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.

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.

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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 Adam Bail 0407 711 793.

Karate

Virginia Karate. New kids

beginner course starting February 22 for kids 5-12 years old. Register your interest by contacting Matt on 0404 125 845

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 Angle Vale

the Lions club of Angle Vale holds

their meetings on the 2nd & 4th Wed at the Clubrooms Gabriella Court, Angle Vale, 6.30pm start. New members always welcome for more info please call 0416 452 925.

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.

Mallala Foreshore Advisory Committee Mallala Foreshore Advisory Committee meets the second Tuesday of every month except January at 7.00 pm in the Old Council Chamber in Two Wells. New members welcome. Contact Barb Reid on 0407 798 285 for further information.

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.

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: Judith Lamont 8380 9140.

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. Subscriptions are now due. Cash or cheque

Two Wells Blue Light Two Wells Blue Light held 5 times a year: March 18, June 17, August 19, October 28 & December 16. For ages 8 to 17 years. For more information contact Maria Aunger on 8520 2328 or Anne Porter on 8524 3382.

Two Wells Playgroup

Two Wells Playgroup is held during school terms in the Two Wells Primary School hall from 9.30am until 11.30am for babies and children up to 5 years of age. Contact Clare on 0413 814 047 for more information or drop into the school on a Tuesday morning and see what all the fun is about.

Two Wells scouts Two Wells Scout Group. Cubs - 6.30PM - 8PM (Tuesdays) Scouts - 6.30PM - 8.30PM(Thursday) Joeys - 6PM - 7PM (Friday) Contact the Group Leader, Roger Ford: 0409 202 445.

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 Churh Aus Adult Fellowship 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 WatcheRs

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.

Time Out Craft Group Time Out Craft Group at Two Wells. Meet Wednesday’s fortnightly, from 10am to 12noon Hart Memorial Hall, Two Wells. May 4 & 18. June 1, 15 & 29. Contact Di Meaney 8520 2308.

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The bonds between man and beast are a beautiful mystery By Lance Grant, Senior Constable First Class Two Wells Police Station As a Police Officer I face a huge variety of jobs on a day-to-day basis, some mundane, some overly exciting and occasionally one of these jobs becomes life changing. Just after 10am on Sunday February 21 I was called to a property on Middle Beach Road in response to reports of a vicious dog, possibly a Rottweiler, who was growling at people and trying to attack cars. My initial thoughts were “are you kidding me, what am I going to do with this?”. Luckily for me I had an upbringing which involved handling thousands of dogs. I was fortunate to have grown up at the Sandy Creek Dog Sanctuary, where my Father was the long-term proprietor of this establishment. My childhood through to my late teens was spent looking after and getting to know the characteristics of many breeds of dogs. When I arrived at the location of the dog I found him leaning up against the inside of a metal farm gate. I took one look at him and I was in awe of his sheer size; he really was a big boy. I thought he was a Rottweiler x long haired German Sheppard or similar and I immediately realised that he was a very impressive dog. He looked back at me with a stern look and let out a deep-throated grumble, It wasn’t quite a growl but it was enough to have me take a step back. I looked into his eyes and I could see deep down that he wanted my help. I had some water and a container in the police car and I carefully gave him a drink. His demeanour began to change and I summoned up my courage and decided it was now or never, so I reached out through the fence and gave him a pat. I was either going to get bitten or I was going to make a new mate. Luckily for me he wanted a friend and not a meal. I grabbed some rope out of the car and jumped the fence to be in the paddock with him. I nervously but successfully tied the rope onto his collar and led him out of the paddock, squeezing this 52kg giant under the wire fence. I then managed to get him into the rear of the Police wagon, drove him back to the Two Wells Police Station and secured him in the rear yard.

My Mate George The dog control officer from the Mallala council was called and soon attended. The dog met him with what can only be described as a rather animated welcome. It was very apparent at this point in time that he was a great watch dog and protective of his surrounds - I had never heard such a loud bark in all of my life. I settled the dog down again and assisted in walking him to the pound where he was secured. It was soon discovered that he was a fairly rare breed of dog, one that I had never heard of, he was in fact a Tibetan Mastiff. The dog remained in the pound

for five days while multiple enquiries by both the council and myself took place in an attempt to locate his owners. This included a large Facebook campaign, which went viral, but unfortunately no owner ever came forward. There was interest in him from all over Australia but his owners were not found. It was discovered that the dog had been fitted with a microchip but unfortunately the chip was defective and it could not be read. Due to his large size and with the permission of the council, I took upon myself to take him for walks around the Two Wells township on a

Two Wells Police Officer Senior Constable First Class Lance Grant with George the “giant” Tibetan Mastiff he rescued at Middle Beach and has since adopted.

daily basis whilst on my designated meal break. It must have been quite a site for residents to see the local Two Wells Police Officer in full uniform walking this large impressive dog. I did get quite a few strange looks and comments during our walks and I was often mistaken for a Police Dog Squad member. During his five days in the pound I decided that the big guy needed a name and came up with “George”. He readily responded to it and the name really suited him. George and I bonded quite quickly and he really seemed to enjoy my company as much as I enjoyed his.

I did drop numerous hints to my wife that I really liked this dog and if his owners were not found I would like to give him a new home. My keenness to adopt him was met with an unequivocal “no”. Sadly after five days it was time to say goodbye. Arrangements were put in place for George to go to a Tibetan Mastiff rescue home near Warrnambool in Victoria. On his final day in Two Wells he decided to shake hands and lick my face just before he left. I knew he was saying thank you to me in his own way but this broke my heart and I really felt that in some way I had let him down. I really felt I needed to do more to help him and felt he trusted me and I was sending him away. George was never far from my thoughts and my wife could see that I was really missing him, so she agreed that if he was still available we could adopt him on the provision that he passed a series of behavioural tests. It was vitally important that he would fit into our family with our children and our pets. Thankfully George passed all the tests and arrangements were soon made for me to collect him. The people involved from the rescue home agreed to meet me at Mount Gambier so I could collect him. I drove down to the Mount where George was very happy to see me. It was long day driving the 1000km round trip to bring him home but it was so satisfying knowing I would be giving him a new life. The cat is still not too happy that I brought this big, hairy, giant home and the day before Good Friday I tried unsuccessfully for the second time to introduce the two. It did not end well for me receiving severe scratches up my arm, a badly bitten thumb and a tetanus injection to remind me that it will take longer for the cat to accept him. George was great; it was the cat that inflicted the damage. You may have seen me walking around Two Wells over the last few weeks as I continue with George’s socialisation. If you do see us out walking and you want to say hello and have a pat, just check with me first so I can let George know that it is ok. I am very glad it was me that responded to this task back in February; fate played her part that day. As I said earlier, some jobs in my line of work are mundane, some are exciting but this job surely was life changing, not only for me but for George as well.

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Canoeing the Coorong a great way for kids to learn A group of nine local dyslexic school students recently enjoyed camps organised by Dyselxia SA, travelling to the Coorong for the chance to not only learn about the area’s history, but to take part in kayaking adventures. The camps, supported by Elizabeth and Playford Lions Club, are designed to inspire students suffering from Dyslexia to become engaged in their schools and wider communities. Camp co-ordinator, Belinda Pringle, said students were encouraged to be proud of being Dyslexic and to embrace the different way they think. “It is an absolute pleasure to take these kids on the camps - it inspires me to watch them as they come up with the best ways

to do things - they are amazing,” Belinda said. Students from Angle Vale, Mallala, Kadina, Barossa and Gawler worked with Canoe the Coorong’s owner and tour operator, Brenton Carle, a former Williamstown resident who is now a successful young businessman, despite suffering from Dyslexia. Brenton shared not only his love of the Coorong during the students’ six hour kayaking adventures, but also his learning journey. He spoke with students about the issues he faced going through school and university, and gave students insight into the things that helped him to be a successful business owner. “The camp shows students

they are not alone in their studies and they have the ability to accomplish what they set their mind to,” Brenton said. At the camps, students also learnt about trusting each other and the people around them, along with the importance of teamwork. “Talk to your teachers, ask them for help and talk to them about how you can work

together to get the best results. “You have to have a friend you can trust, someone you can ask for help. It took a long time for me to tell people I was Dyslexic but once I did, those people became my best friends and are still friends today. We have to try twice as hard for half the results at school, it is hard to see other students doing things so easily but when you leave

school it changes,” Brenton said. “Without the support of teachers who understand the learning needs of dyslexic students, many of these students have a miserable time at school,” Dr Sandra Marshall, President of Dyslexia SA, said. “This leads to significant underachievement, low self esteem, anxiety and depression. Early school drop out is predictable, and the very high percentage of inmates in our correctional facilities who are illiterate is tragic. “ she said. Over 5000 community members have attended one of the many training opportunities run by Dyslexia SA over the past five years. There are currently two accredited Dyslexia Aware Schools (Immanuel Lutheran

School – Gawler and Gawler Primary School) and another nine schools currently undertaking the accreditation process. Our region is becoming Dyslexia Aware and all students are benefiting because schools that “Get it right for Dyslexics, get it right for all.” The group is holding a free event at Starplex, Gawler on Monday, May 2 at 5pm when Jackie French, the Australian National Children’s Laureate for 2014/15, who is also dyslexic, will speak about her life and book “Every Child Can Read.” Seats are limited, so bookings for this event must be made online or by phoning 0488 271 584. For more information contact Belinda Pringle atsecretary@dyslexiasa.org.au.

Miller takes on Mallala CEO job DISTRICT Council of Mallala has appointed acting CEO, James Miller, into the permanent position. With the support of Light Regional Council, James was seconded to the position of acting CEO in December last year as a means of providing much needed leadership following the resignation of previous CEO, Katrina Marton. In what has been a challenging period on numerous fronts for the council, Mr Miller demonstrated an ability to reconnect the organisation and has advanced a number of initiatives that were well received by the councillors, most notably the introduction of a Governance Advisory Panel. “The elected members of Mallala have been thoroughly impressed with the manner in which James has performed throughout the secondment,” deputy mayor, Marcus Strudwicke said. “Having an economic development and town planning background will benefit the council as it embarks on a period of unprecedented growth. “He is a strategic thinker with a demonstrated ability to build successful and sustainable communities.” Council unanimously resolved that James was the right person with the right vision to take the organisation forward. “Having only recently been elected as mayor, I am excited at announcing this most pivotal appointment in such a relatively short period of time,” DCM mayor, Tony Flaherty said. “I would also like to acknowledge our friends from Light Regional Council who graciously allowed James to be seconded to the role in December 2015.” Mr Miller said it was a privilege to be appointed to the position. “We have commenced an exciting journey of rebuilding, rebranding and reconnecting this council and I am extremely optimistic at what our future holds,” he said. “Our community has some wonderful opportunities on the horizon linked with township growth at Two Wells, the International Bird Sanctuary along our coastline as well as seizing on the water harvesting initiatives to grow our food bowl and I look forward to continuing the journey we started last December.” Mr Miller will officially wind up his secondment with Light Regional Council on Friday, following some much needed leave next week before formally commencing his employment on Monday, May 2. “On behalf of the District Council of Mallala, I warmly welcome James as our newly appointed CEO,” Mr Flaherty said. Two Wells Echo, May, 2016

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WWII veteran and Two Wells local, Roy Hunt with wife Lettie.

1500 make morning vigil Darkness was yet to be Report and photos: swept away by the rising sun in Bec O’Brien Two Wells as an estimated 1500 people quietly made their way currently serving. While 2016 marks the 100 year to the Two Wells War Memorial Gardens for the annual Anzac Day anniversary of Australians on the Western Front during WWI, the service on Monday April 25. Rugged against the autumn service paid tribute to all lives lost morning chill, mums and dads and in war, including those lost in the their children, along with grand- Vietnam War, which marks 50 parents and neighbours, waited years this year since the battle of patiently with veterans, service Long Tan, and the fighting in the men and women, even dogs, while South Pacific, which was 70 years a cacophony of birds heralded the ago, as well as the campaigns in Timor and Afghanistan. start of a new day. District Council of Mallala would like Two Wells RSL president and Members of the Two The Wells to acknowledge and thank our many Mallala mayor, Scout group formed a guard of District Council of rs who together form a voluntee Tony Flaherty, led proceedings, honour along the path as special e powering many le workforc he does every year, saying guests, family members formidab and as services commun essential notbyonly a time individuals alike laid wreaths Anzac dayitywas MOVIE FREE a offering in remembrance of those who to remember those lost but also ents) to the many light a time torefreshm pay tribute gave their lives for freedom and(Includes peace and in support of those men and women currently serving

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our country. “It’s was just fantastic to see so many people there,” he said. “It’s the first time our lawned area has been completely full. “This (memorial garden area) is something that’s so good for our community. “It’s good for the kids, it’s good for everybody and people are coming from everywhere.” Following the service a team of volunteers served a gunfire breakfast of sausages, bacon, eggs, toast and beans in the community centre. With the number of people attending the Anzac Day service in Two Wells growing significantly each year, there is little doubt future generations will continue to honour and remember Australia’s service men and women. Lest we forget.

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District Council of Mallala Lewiston ward councillor, Karen McColl and Matt Werfel, representing MP Nick Champions’ office, laid a wreath.

Brad Norris, 20 and his brother Scott, 11.

Patrick Mahony-Healey, 5, placed a wreath with his dad, David Healey.

Attending the service was, (front) from left, Hayley Duthie, Jasmin Hocking, Megan Kotsano, Glen Harris, (back) Dylan Kotsano and Jack Henneker.

Selina West, of Two Wells and her dog, Artex, at the memorial for dogs lost in action.

Serving in the RAAF is Devon Hardiman, of Two Wells, pictured here with his wife Caroline and children Oliver, 10 months old, and Hugo, 3.

Russell, Wendy and Max Barton, 7, of Lewiston.

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The sentinel in WWI regalia was a highlight of the service. MORE than 150 people attended the Anzac Day Dawn Service at the Remembrance Flagpole at Port Parham. The group was addressed by Chaplain Pru O’Donovan from the Mallala Anglican Parish and a contingent from RAAF Base, Edinburgh provided a catafalque party.

WWII military vehicles were on display together with a current defence communications vehicle. “We were honoured by the presence of a sentinel in WW1 regalia.” After the ceremony all adjourned to the adjacent clubrooms for a hearty breakfast. - Alvin Jenkin

The contingent from Edinburgh at the Port Parham service. BELOW: One of the vehicles on display.

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Entertaining the gathering were Anne Arbon and her sister Helen Verner, together known as “Harmony”.

Freeling CWA president, Rhonda Schild, with Virginia’s Valda Penney and Margaret Marshman, of Gawler CWA.

Virginia CWA’s 70 years of service Seventy years of serving the community was celebrated last month when the Virginia branch of the Country Women’s Association (CWA) reached this incredible milestone. Although numbers have fluctuated over the decades, the branch has been by the community’s side through thick and thin, aiding, supporting and caring for its residents, as well as for the broader public and when called for, at a national and international level.

Bec O’Brien reports: Virginia branch members gathered on Wednesday April 6 with friends from neighbouring branches and special guest, CWA state president, Linda Bertram, for celebratory lunch. Mrs Bertram congratulated the group on its achievement, saying while the CWA was formed for friendship, service and to help the community, it was important for

members to enjoy themselves. “We must enjoy ourselves and have fun,” Linda said. “We can’t let that get out of our sights. “Congratulations to the Virginia branch for this wonderful achievement of 70 years of service.” The branches’ longest serving member, Raeleen Besnard, is following in her mother, Merele’s, footsteps, who was a life member, and was just a babe when she first joined the group.

Gawler CWA members Shirley Shrubsole, Iris Richardson and Pamela Jahn.

Virginia CWA celebrated its 70th birthday on Wednesday April 6. Pictured are members (front) Fay Hutchinson, Evelyn Dyer, Charmain Bryant, Chris Mays, (back) Raeleen Besnard, Rae Birchmore, Valmai Quinlan and Valda Penney. Absent were Shirley Belton, Caroline McInnes, Jan Collins and Leesa Vlahos.

“I’ve enjoyed the friendship, the care, the sharing and for what CWA stands for, which is helping people in need and nurturing them,” Raeleen said. While there have been many times the CWA has been called on to lend a hand in the community, Raeleen singles out supporting locals through the flooding of the Virginia township and helping the local school raise funds for improvements, as highlights. “If people are looking for com-

panionship or friendship, people who are lonely at home, then the CWA could definitely be for them,” she says. “You can get so much out of coming along, not only friendship but you can learn different crafts and everyone is so eager to help one another. “I think it’s great that the older generations can mix with the young and learn from one another.” Congratulations Virginia CWA on your wonderful achievement.

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ABOVE: Beau Daniel and Ben Jacobs digging through the compost bin. BELOW: James Ford celebrates his 11th birthday in style.

ABOVE: Zoe Dunne nursing a stick insect. RIGHT: Isabella Dean checks out the Beetles.

“Don’t bring it out!” was heard from the back of the Uniting Church Hall on Tuesday April 26, as presenter of the ‘Bugs n Slug’s’ workshop, Kris Messenger displayed a huntsman spider. District Council of Mallala held its second library event of the school holidays and while many of the adults in the room shifted in their seats the 35 children were almost jumping off the floor, eager to get up close and personal to an array of spiders, insects and giant snails. Kris is a self-confessed bug lover, and after studying ecology at university her interest turned towards all things creepy and crawly; at present she has 40 baby tarantulas at home! Possessing a warm, witty and friendly personality, Kris works on children’s education programs as she “loves engaging children in nature”. Her enthusiasm was greatly welcomed by all who attended. Before the real fun of handling the insects was had, a few important facts were thrown out to the audience. The children learned they themselves are classified as ‘vertebrates’, as humans have a spine, however, insects do not, and that classifies them as ‘invertebrates’. Two Wells is home to many various species of spiders and insects, including the Golden Orb Weaver spider, Wolf, Huntsman and Red-Back spider, and the Margin Wing, Crown and Spiny Leaf stick insects. Also interesting was the fact that beetle species represent a quarter of all the various types of living species on the planet! Kris reminded the children to be very careful when handling stick insects as “they don’t have any bones.” Stick insects, praying mantis, Egyptian beetles and giant snails were then descended upon by the inquisitive group of budding entomologists! For more information on Kris’ education program ‘Bugs ‘n’ Slugs’, visit her website www.bugsnslugs. com.au or facebook page.

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Local wedding milestones Wedding Bliss There must be something in the water here in Two Wells, with two local couples celebrating major wedding milestones recently. Theo and Maria Pounendis were married an amazing 60 years on April 6, while Denis and Maria Pellizzari had 50 wonderful years together on April 16. Denis and Maria held a special service on Sunday April 17 where they renewed their wedding vows and celebrated afterward with a luncheon at the Two Wells Football & Netball Sporting Club. While it could well be the water (let’s think wishfully here), the secret to these couples standing the test of time is more than just good luck. According to both Maria’s (maybe it’s a name thing?), it takes patience, understanding, love, laughter, persistence, and time. Well, we take our hats off to you all. Surely a great example for your families and for the wider community. Congratulations. Also, a little birdie let us know Alison and Peter Pym of Long Plains celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary recently too. So, congratulations to them. Let us know if you or someone you know has celebrated a birth, wedding, milestone or achievement. Email info and photos to news@ twowellsecho.com.au. Here’s To Mum Want to spoil Mum this mother’s day? Then head to the Pt Parham Sports and Social Club on Saturday May 7 where a special Mother’s Day dinner will be held from 6pm. Enjoy a delicious three-course meal for just $25 including a complimentary glass of champagne for mum.

ABOVE: Denis and Maria Pellizzari 50 years, and below: Theo and Maria Pounendis 60 years.

While you eat, settle back and be entertained by the Adelaide Plains Mens’ Choir Quartet, as well as a few other special acts. A mother’s day raffle will be drawn during the evening, as well as another great raffle held on the night. Bookings are preferred by contacting 8529 2211. The Echo team would like to wish all our readers who are moth-

ers - or those doing a similar role - a wonderful day on May 8. May you all get spoilt! Here’s a Thought One local concerned Two Wells resident has a tip for us all – especially pedestrians who like to walk along with their heads down, earphones in their ears and the volume turned up – pay attention. While

slowly reversing out the driveway recently, this resident almost hit someone as described above and was quite shaken by the near miss. Luckily the pedestrian was not hurt in any way but scarily, they seemed to be unaware of the incident at all and just kept on walking! A walker should hear a car reversing out of the driveway they are approaching - it’s almost impossible for a

car driver to hear a walker coming. Both need to be alert. So, heads up everyone, enjoy your music, enjoy a lovely walk but be aware of what’s happening around you and stay safe on our pathways and roads. Graduation Speaking of achievements, Jessica Renaglia, who is a friendly face when you walk into the local IGA in Two Wells, and now also the Chemplus down the street, graduated from the University of South Australia on April 5 with a double degree in Bachelor of Journalism, Bachelor of Arts (Writing and Creative Communication) with a sub-major of film and television and is pictured above. A few years ago Jess featured in our popular “Spotlight” segment, which highlighted a young person in our community, and it’s great to see she has followed through with her dream to study writing and pursue a career in the media. Congratulations Jess and best of luck job hunting! Volunteers Thank You Celebrating Volunteers Week this month, the District Council of Mallala would like to acknowledge and thank the many wonderful volunteers in our district who together form a formidable workforce and power many essential community services, by offering a free trip to the cinemas. The two movies being shown are Lady in the Van (10am) and Eddie the Eagle (6.30pm), and include light refreshments. Both movies will be shown on Tuesday May 10. Seats are limited so get in quick and RSVP your place by contacting 8527 0200 or email info@ mallala.sa.gov.au.

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If you fancy a bit of cake, this delicious recipe from Two Wells local, Rae Corston, is bound to be a winner. Quick and easy to make Rae’s Swedish Pineapple Cake is a family favourite. Why not give it a try next time you have to bring something to share? Ingredients 2 cups SR Flour 2 cups sugar 2 eggs 2 tsp vanilla essence 1 sml tin crushed pineapple (Golden Circle brand works best) ½ cup almonds slithered almonds for decorating Icing 250g cream cheese 1 ¾ cup icing sugar 125g butter or margarine Method Mix all ingredients together in a bowl until well combined. Pour mixture into a prepared lined tin and bake at 180 degrees for about 40 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean. Beat icing ingredients together for a few minutes and spread over cooled cake. Decorate with slithered almonds. Enjoy. Two Wells Echo, May, 2016

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Indian summer sets in May Jottings from the Amateur Gardener. The Indian summer has stayed with us in April, so the window of opportunity to plant is still there if you missed it the last couple of weeks. A good hint before you plant is to soak the potted plant in a solution of seaweed mixture for a couple of hours, however ensure you read the strength of solution on the AMATEUR GARDENER label, and dig the hole at least twice the size of the pot. Then, water the plant in with the seaweed mixture and firm the plant in well. Leave the rest for mothernature, but make sure the plant does not dry out and become stressed. The seaweedAMATEUR solution promotes root growth and is not a GARDENER fertiliser. Are snails and slugs dining in your garden restaurant? Some easy ways for removal of these unwanted pests is to sprinkle dry saw dust, or crushed egg shells, around their tell-tale silvery trails. Another way to eradicate them, without harming your pets, is to bury small bowls (such as used margarine containers) filled with a solution of beer or wine mixed with a small amount of water, and leave overnight. Next morning empty the

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gardens, and make a note of what looks good and what you may like to plant in your own garden. The craft shop in Two Wells has a very good selection of hardy plants with the added bonus of being local. A treasure in our local community and plants that are suited to the northern Adelaide Plains. Don’t be wasteful and neglect to use your deciduous leaves if you are fortunate to have them. Either compost or spread them on your garden beds, giving back to your garden in such an easy way. Enjoy your garden in the month of May.

Sedums are at their best and these will grow with a minimum of water and also in very poor soil. Autumn Joy goes from a pale pink earlier in summer, to the deeper shade of copper this time of the year. Sedums or Stonecrops enjoy a full sunny position and need minimal watering and care. If you are wanting to grow tulips and hyacinths for a spring show, chill them in the crisper compartment of your fridge for approximately six weeks before planting out. Maybe now is the time to wander around your area again to see what is doing best in the street plantings or the

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Twins Nathan and Jay Wickham, with mum Hanna, of Lewiston.

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Are you a new parent, or grandparent for that matter, and are looking to connect with other new mums, dads and grandparents? Maybe you just want to get out and meet some new people while your little one plays, socialises and has fun? Then the Two Wells Playgroup might be what you’re looking for. The group enjoyed a celebratory shared morning tea to conclude the first term of the year on Tuesday April 12. Lots of activities were set up for the children, many of who enjoyed playing with the cars and tunnel, playdough and prams, while the younger babies loved the colourful soft toys and blocks. Playgroup coordinator, Clare Priest, says on average the group sees between 8 and 15 children take part and caters for children aged up to 5 years old. “It’s a really relaxed environment for kids to do group activities

Team captains for Light were, from left, Huan, Annibelle, Thomas and Kyah.

Light claim VPS sports shield

Enjoying their end of term party were Two Wells Playgroup members, clockwise from left, Amanda, Emma, and Chloe McDonald; Joanne and Annabel Sired; Bianca and Brody Johnson, Kyra Urkko and Hamish Urkko-Wood; Stacey and Corby Gameau; Clare, Ava and Lincoln Priest; Hanna, Nathan and Jay Wickham; Tina Sunman and Taylor Dix; Pam Duncan and William Shipton; and Tammy and Bradley Millar. and lots of craft based things,” Clare explained. “We’ve got some terrific new kindergymtype equipment, which the kids love (and) it would be great to see some dads and more grandparents attending.” Clare said playgroup was a positive way for

new parents to meet and socialise with other parents in a relaxed and fun setting, and for their children to do the same. Every session the group holds a shared fruit and yoghurt time, with the local IGA supporting this healthy snack time for many years.

Playgroup is held during school terms in the Two Wells Primary School hall from 9.30am until 11.30am. Contact Clare on 0413 814 047 for more information or drop into the school on a Tuesday morning and see what all the fun is about.

Classified – Public notice Notification of Proposed nbn™ Radio Network Base Station Facility The National Broadband Network (the nbn™ network) is a high speed broadband network designed to reach 100 per cent of Australian premises and provide the communications infrastructure to help us stop falling behind in an increasingly online world. nbn is committed to delivering leading edge broadband services to all Australians by leveraging the three types of technology available – fixed line, fixed wireless and satellite, depending on location. As part of the fixed radio (wireless) component of the Network, nbn is proposing to establish a radio network base station on the existing 30m Axicom lattice tower, at Section 710 Old Port Wakefield Road, Two Wells, SA 5501 to provide high quality wireless broadband services to customers in the surrounding locality. The facility proposed will involve the relocation of two (2) existing panel antennas to an approximate height of 28.5m and the relocation of an existing gridpack antenna from a height of 25.76m to an approximate height of 26.4m. The installation of three (3) panel antennas (less than 2.8m in length) at an approximate elevation of 25.4m, six (6) remote radio units (approx. 0.2sqm each) mounted below the panel antennas (2-off each antenna), one (1) 900mm diameter parabolic antenna at an approximate elevation of 27m, two (2) 600mm diameter parabolic antennas at approximate elevations of 23.5m and 17m, six (6) remote access units (approx. 0.1sqm each) behind the parabolic antennas (2-off each antenna), one (1) GPS antenna, one (1) canister and associated feeders. Associated equipment housing, in the form of three (3) new outdoor cabinets (less than 7.5sqm each), will be established at the base of the tower along with a cable ladder and distribution board. Associated works in the form of minor strengthening of the existing lattice tower may be required. nbn regards the proposed installation as a Low Impact Facility under the Telecommunications (Low-Impact Facilities) Determination 1997. In the circumstances, it does not require planning approval from the District Council of Mallala. Further information on this specific proposal can be obtained by calling Adam Pfitzner on (08) 8237 9989. Written submissions can be sent to nbn c/- Aurecon Australasia Pty Ltd at Level 10, 55 Grenfell Street, Adelaide, SA 5000 or via email to adam.pfitzner@aurecongroup.com The closing date for submissions is May 18, 2016. For general info on the nbn visit our website at www.nbnco.com.au.

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Virginia Primary School capped off a busy Term 1 with its annual Sports Day on Friday April 15. While a warm day greeted the students it didn’t dampen their enthusiasm for the large variety of activities and sports set up on the oval. Team captains for the houses of Para, Light and Gawler got things underway

by leading a colourful whole-school health hustle before students broke into their classes and tackled each activity. Some of the events students competed in throughout the day included hurdles, sprints, high jump, obstacles, soccer kick and much more. At the end of the day team Light took home the VPS Sports Day Shield.

TOP: Anthony shows his style in the high jump event. ABOVE: Ricky and Aaron sprint. LEFT: Working hard for team Light in the sack race was Angelo.

Rejuvenating habitats As we head into the wettest part of the year, now is the perfect time to start planting native plants. Each year between April and August the Understory Project swings in to action. The Gawler Environment and Heritage Association (GEHA) grow thousands of native plants indigenous (local) to our region. These plants are grown as part of a joint partnership between Urban Biodiversity Unit of DENR and Gawler Regional Natural Resource Centre (NRC). The aim of this project is to provide residents with low cost plants that are suitable to plant in your garden. This project is about encouraging people to put back the plants that we have lost due to the clearing of our lands. By planting local plant species into your garden you are creating perfect habitats for our local wildlife. This project offers an opportunity for residents to help increase biodiversity back into our region and create your own piece of paradise, a wildlife friendly backyard with food and shelter for our native birds, butterflies and lizards. Unfortunately many of our native plants of our region have been lost and when these plants are gone so are the birds, butterflies and lizards that feed on them. Some animals only feed on specific plants, that’s why projects such as this are important. You may only put in a couple of plants, but your neighbours down the road may do the same, and by working together we all play a part in revegetating our landscapes and helping bring biodiversity back into our communities. I believe every time you put a plant in you are feeding our environment as plants provide food for animals; they

Two Wells, Lewiston & Districts Landcare Group With Mark Webb

also provide us with one of our most important elements, oxygen. There are many plants within this program that not only look good but also have qualities that other nonindigenous (non-native) plants have. They are adapted to our environmental conditions including drought tolerant and suitable to our soil types just to name a few. There is nothing more frustrating than buying a plant which looks great when you put it in, only to see it fade away because it’s not compatible to our environmental conditions. If you are unsure what plants to get the people who work within this project will give you all the guidance you may require. If you are interested in protecting our environment for future generations and unsure of where to look, this is a good place to start. For more information contact Sara on 8523 7715 or email admin@nrcgawler.org.au or have a look at their website www.nrcgawler.org.au. I recently was privileged to showcase some of our landcare projects to Gerry Butler, chairman and Glen Gale, executive officer, of the Landcare Association of SA. Gerry forwarded an email to me of which I would like to share a part of. “It was great to see the decades of work that you and your community have done and the marvellous things that you have achieved”. I mention this because without your support throughout our landcare projects, none of these achievements would have been possible. Two Wells Echo, May, 2016

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Two Wells Bowls club celebrates 70th Two Wells Bowling Club will celebrate its 70th birthday next month with a special dinner to mark the occasion. The dinner will be held at the clubhouse on June 25 starting at 6.30pm. Tickets to the dinner are being presold, as a caterer has been booked for the event, and are available for $30 per person by contacting Irene Giannikos on 0417 810 029. The following is a brief history of the club’s first ten years, which has been compiled by TWBC member, Doug Maylin. TWO WELLS BOWLING CLUB HISTORY The first meeting to establish the Two Wells bowling club was held on the 2nd of May 1946. The venue for this meeting is unknown. Twenty people attended this inaugural meeting including the Mallala Council Clerk Mr Driscoll and a Mr Lindsay. Mr Lindsay advised the bowling club would have no problem obtaining a portion of the land known as Soldiers Memorial Park to establish a bowling green. A committee was elected at this meeting and consisted of the following appointments: President - P Beaton; Vice President - H Johnston; Sec/Treas - L A Rowe; Committee - F H Frost, J E Grigg, A Williams, K A Wishart. It was then proposed that the district be canvassed for subscriptions and donations to help establish the first green. A finance committee was then established to help organise fundraising and the canvassing of the local district. A grounds or greens committee was also elected to organise and oversee the establishment of the first green. By 17 October 1946 the topsoil had been carted to the sight of the first green due to the generosity of local businesses and farmers in donating their trucks. Most of this topsoil had to be loaded and unloaded by hand. At a meeting held on 17 October, 1946 it was proposed to purchase the following items at a total cost of £47/7/2 (forty seven pounds, seven shillings and tuppence): 60 feet of 1-inch hose 140 feet of 1.5 inch galvanised pipe 700 feet of 6 inch x 1.5 inch Jarrah Fertiliser 40 Pounds Couch seed Pipe fittings and taps Cost of having the seed sown

The Metro 4 North Premiers team was, from left (back row) Trevor Egan, Jarrad Langley, Graeme Gameau, Tony Zarko, Ian Campbell, Mick Dean, Wayne Stauwer, Jim Favotti, Brian Prior (front) Eddie Holland,Ted Jaeger, Lily Konicek, Dennis Pellizzari, George Kielpinski, Joe Piscioneri, and Peter Scott. Absent were Vic Roden, Jon Allen, Kerri Rafferty, David Thompson, John Booth, and the late Stephen Bradwell.

Women’s singles champion, Bailey Rafferty. After laying the green it became obvious that a mower and a roller would also have to be purchased as soon as possible. A roller was obtained immediately from the Hamley Bridge bowling club at a cost of £20/0/0 (20 pounds). The mower decided on was an 18 inch electric Scott Bonnar but until the power was connected it was decided to use Mr F J Pederick’s mower if it was suitable. At the Annual General Meeting held on 18 September 1947 and during the following season it was decided that subscriptions be 3 guineas (three pounds three shillings) and bowls be played on Saturdays and Thursdays. Mr R L Day was made a life member and a Mr Freeman from the Prospect bowling club was asked to open the

Men’s singles champion, Peter Canala.

The Metro 1 North Saturday Premiers team consisted of from left (back row) David Fletcher, Phillip Devlin, Greg Giannikos, Brenton Bain, Mark Bain, Chris Russell, Steve Rafferty, Robert Lodge, Tony Ialeggio, Des Jones, Doug Burford, (kneeling) Paul Candlish, Peter Canala, Bailey Rafferty, Graham Goold, Mick Pickstock, and seated at front, John Smith. greens in thanks for the advice and help presented to the bowling club by the Lewiston Tennis club. given in establishing the green. It was decided to fence the green A sub-committee was formed and given the task of drawing up a constitu- and convert the hand roller into an tion for the club and it was proposed that electric drive. Mr E King kindly donated a Roamer the Two Wells bowling club join the Royal Sprinkler. SA Bowling Association. At the Annual General Meeting on At the Annual General Meeting held on the 19 July 1948 the new constitution 29 July, 1949 Mr L A Rowe was made a life member, a pairs tournament was was presented and accepted. The committee was asked to investi- to be organised during the season and gate the possibility of lighting the green fees were to remain at 3 guineas (three pounds three shillings). to enable electric light bowls. At the Annual General Meeting on 27 It was proposed that an approach be made to the Mallala bowling club to July, 1950 it was proposed that an applicaorganise a bowls match between Mallala tion be made to join the Wooroora Assoand Two Wells during the 1948-49 season ciation, an amendment to the proposal was put forward to enter the 6th division to be held at Two Wells. A gift of copper and crockery was in Adelaide, the amendment was carried.

It was decided that ladies be admitted to the Two Wells bowling club as associate members and their fees be 1 guinea (one pound one shilling). Two rinks were to be made available to associates on Saturdays and holidays. Tenders were called for the installation of 3 rows of lights and one tender was accepted at a cost of £178/13/9 (one hundred and seventy eight pounds, thirteen shillings and ninepence). At the Annual General Meeting on 26 July, 1951 it was decided to raise fees to £4 (four pounds), to put a bitumen floor in the club house and to erect a toilet outside of the club fence. A notice was to be erected on the entrance gate saying “No children allowed on Green”. An afternoon tea shelter was to be erected during the season and the Mallala Council was to be asked to fence off the Memorial Garden. An ice chest was donated by Mr H Day in which to store cool drinks. A tournament was to be organised over the Easter long weekend consisting of singles for Ladies and Men on Saturday and Mixed triples on Monday. From 1952 matches were arranged to be played both at home and away between the following teams for both ladies and men: Mallala, Broadview, Trinity Gardens, Gawler, Wasleys and Unley Park. In 1952 the first Singles championships were played, Keith Gameau won the Men’s and Amy Cordon won the women’s. The women held their first meeting on the 17th November, 1953 and Mrs Dora Gameau was elected as President and Mrs Edie Pederick as Secretary. The women joined the South Australian Women’s Bowling Association in 1954. Over the 1955-56 season the Two Wells bowling club offered to play against teams in the Wooroora Association who had byes and they also played some games against the Thebarton Bowling Club. Two Wells officially joined the Wooroora Association for the 1956-57 season and entered two teams – Two Wells Red and Two Wells White. The associates also entered one team in the Wooroora Women’s Bowling Association during this season, this was the first pennant year of the Women’s Association.

Greg wins gold Winners: Greg, Angus and Jack Tapscott with pres Barry Duncan and vice pres Max Pontifex. Lower North Gun Club member Greg Tapscott has won gold at the Clay Target Shooting Masters Games last month. Greg, who regularly features in the winnings at the club’s monthly shooting events at Lower Light, took part in the games on Saturday April 16 at Monarto Gun Club. Greg competed in five different events for the 50-59 age group and shot 71/75 in point score to take home the gold medal against

some strong competition. Pictured above, Lower North Gun Club Clay Target Shooting Masters Games gold winner, Greg Tapscott, in action during the Games. Pictured below, Lower North Gun Club member, Greg Tapscott (centre) won a gold medal at the Clay Target Shooting Masters Games last month. Greg is pictured with Monarto Gun Club president John Bretag (left) and Peter Hendy, also from Monarto Gun Club.

Barry Duncan with his 60th birthday cake.

Left to right – Winners for the day - Greg and Jack Tapscott, Adrian Mattschoss, Pat Ward, Daniel Morgan, Angus Tapscott, Luigi Ciaramellano, Lynton Schubert, Wally Clarke, Lisa Smith, Brian Thomas. Front kneeling – Lil Franklin and Rhys Fisher.

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Lower North Gun Club held their monthly shoot on Sunday April 24 with 30 competitors attending from Monarto, International, Alice Springs, Wilkawatt, Goolwa, Lake Albert, Pt. Pirie and Elsewhere (Jamestown). The first event was a 50 target Lower North Medley sponsored by the Two Wells Hotel Motel. Rhys Fisher won first place in AA Grade with a score of 62/62 with Adrian Mattschoss close behind in second place with 61/62 after a shoot-off. Angus Tapscott won A Grade with a score of 59/60, while Brian Thomas won second place after a shoot-off with 58/60. Molly Bretag won B Grade on 44/50 and Pat Ward won C Grade on 42/50. The second event was the 50 target Lower North Double Barrel

Championships sponsored by the Mattschoss Family. Overall winner and first in AA Grade was the sponsor himself, Adrian Mattschoss with a score 65/65. Second in AA Grade was won by Lynton Schubert on 64/65. First in A Grade was Wally Clarke on 58/59 with second place taken by Daniel Morgan on 57/59. Luigi Ciaramellano won B Grade on 50/54 with Molly Bretag in second place with 49/54. Pat Ward with 43/50 with Lil Franklin taking second with 41/52 won C Grade. There was a three-person team shoot for the whole day, which was won for the third year in a row by the Lower North team of Greg, Angus and Jack Tapscott with a total score of 287/300. Second was the Lower North team of Lisa and Ron Smith and Stan Keen

with 284/300. Third was another Lower North team of Adrian Mattschoss and John and Sue Byrnes with 282/300. Junior High Gun winner was Jack Tapscott with a score of 96/100. Brian Thomas won veterans High Gun with a 97/100. Lisa Smith won Ladies High Gun with a 95/100, and the Overall High Gun winner was Adrian Mattschoss with 100/100. During the day, all shooters stopped to wish the Lower North president Barry Duncan a Happy 60th Birthday with a spectacular cake, which everyone got to sample afterwards! The next monthly shoot is on Sunday May 29 and includes the 25 target Pasture Genetics $300 Handicap. Any enquiries please contact the president on 0411 238 391.

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Local riders claim placings at event Bec O’Brien reports: Perfect autumn weather was just the icing on the cake for yet another successful Two Wells Equestrian and Pony Club One Day Event on April 23 and 24. The gently-rolling Reeves Plains property of Rebecca Puro and Marcus Richardson saw riders take part in dressage tests on Saturday and challenging cross-country and showjumping courses on Sunday. Both the cross-country and showjumping courses were designed by TWE&PC president, Pentti Puro, with a team of club members working hard for weeks prior to the event, and throughout the weekend, to make sure everything ran smoothly. Entries for this year’s event were similar to last year, at around 180, with riders travelling from Pt Augusta, the Yorke Peninsula and Burra to take part. Local riders to take home placings this year included TWE&PC members Sarah-Jane Jameson, who placed 5th in the Open Grade 2 class on Dreamtime Skylark; Kristy Pearn, who competed in the Open Grade 4 class on Heaven Sent and finished 5th overall; Charlotte Rawle, who impressively won the PC Grade 5 class on Wicky and Shona Eckermann who placed 4th in the Open Grade 5 class on Billara Fairplay. Fellow TWE&PC member, Morgan Petty, rode two horses throughout the weekend, placing 3rd on Storm in the PC Grade 4 class, and 4th in the PC Grade 5 on Scooter. Another local rider to feature in the placings was Lewiston resident Ashleigh Westcott, who won the EvA95 event on Renown Mr Truman. The TWE&PC team wish to thank all of the many volunteers and sponsors for their wonderful support throughout the event and are already looking forward to next years’ spectacle.

LEFT: TWE&PC rider Shona Eckermann on Billara Fairplay shows her style in the showjumping.

BELOW: Shelley Henderson on Koha competing in the Open Grade 5 showjumping for TWE&PC.

TWE&PC rider Kaylene Winslade on Docs Trumpet prepares for her showjumping round.

TWE&PC Open Grade 2 rider, SarahJane Jameson and her horse Dreamtime Skylark tackle the water jump in the cross-country phase of the one day event.

Cooking up delicious bacon and egg sandwiches were Diane Harvey and Jim Birmingham.

Jen Thompson of Lewiston riding Dark Assassin in the EvA105 showjumping event.

Competing at the One Day Event were TWE&PC members Morgan Petty, Charlotte Rawle and Brooke Pritchard.

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RIGHT: Sylvia Usher, Alison Gray, Amanda Usher and nine-monthold Lachlan Coburn.

Alison Gray, for TWE&PC, riding MF Lantiggy Souvenir, in the Open Grade 5 showjumping round. Two Wells Echo, May, 2016

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Ready, net, go! n From back page. “The program runs from February to October of each year, caters for age groups U/13, U15 and U/17 with a minimum of 40 hours contact during this time. “The program culminates with the Regional Academy Championships played annually at Priceline Stadium during the school holidays. “The competing teams are selected from the nine regional academies throughout the state, and provides the athletes with a wonderful opportunity to showcase the skills they have learnt at monthly trainings.” Darren himself has an impressive resume in the sport, having played for the Australian Men’s team for three years, he believes the best part of being involved in the program is seeing the “personal growth and gaining satisfaction from seeing the girls improve, being the best they can be.” Kirsty Stirling would love to continue playing netball as a career and hasn’t ruled out one day playing for the Adelaide Thunderbirds, “that would be cool,” she says. Playing for Lasers Netball Club and Trinity College, Kirsty is also a member of the Under 13’s Elizabeth Netball Association Representative team. A future position in the Thunderbirds is clearly not out of the question. Young Casey Mundy hopes to learn a lot from being part of the Academy and wisely states that she wants to “be the best I can be as a netballer.”

n Two Wells WA, Zoe Williams, in her first ever netball match,passesaroundBalaklava’sMatildaGreenslade.

Friday night netball Friday night netball – it’s a new thing for many of the junior netballers and their families. And what fun it was playing and spectating under the stars. Last month the Two Wells Under 13B team played Balaklava at Balaklava, taking home a four-goal win. Balaklava has enough players this season to fill three under 13 teams, with their second Under 13B team taking the spot of Angle Vale, who did not enter a team in this age group. A competitive game saw the girls battle it out mostly in the midcourt but more accurate shooting by Two Wells was the winning factor at the final whistle. Two Wells 9 goals to Balaklava 5. n TOP LEFT: First time Two Wells player, Montana Panella, tries to intercept from Balaklava’s Morgan Wilson. n LEFT: Two Wells’ player, Zoe Williams, looks for a pass.

Her school, Angle Vale Primary, are very proud of her, and with Casey representing AVP in Sapsasa, they are hoping that she gains a lot from the program. Last year Maddison Thompson made it to the final team of 10, and after six months of what her mother, Briony Thompson, recognises as fantastic development training, her team made it to the finals. “This year she is very excited to be in the Under 15 squad as a 12 year old, and is looking forward to the learning opportunity with amazing coaching personnel,” she said. The Flego sisters, Charlotte and Stephanie, are experienced members of the Academy. They both hope to learn more, and Stephanie says that because the program is run by Netball S.A. “it can lead us up to a professional athlete development program.” Sarah McCarthy is an accomplished sportswoman, having played for Trinity College, Lasers and Tango Netball Clubs, she has also tried her hand at basketball and dancing and looks forward to a career in Teaching Physical Education. Fitness testing is an intense ordeal for the girls and many of them attended a two day camp at the end of April in Wallaroo. With such a solid foundation provided for these young girls in Netball, the North can look forward to being represented at a future state, and perhaps national level, in the sport. Good luck girls. RLA 268820

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Our young stars of the north Natalie Centenera reports:

Left to Right: Sarah McCarthy, Maddison Thompson, Kirsty Stirling, Casey Mundy, Charlotte Flego, Stephanie Flego, and Darren Saul.

Six young local girls from the North are working towards an impressive future in Netball. Kirsty Stirling (11) from Two Wells along with Casey Mundy (11), Maddison Thompson (12), Charlotte Flego (12), Stephanie Flego (13), and Sarah McCarthy (15), all from Angle Vale, have been selected to play for the Northern Metropolitan Netball Academy. “Northern Metropolitan Netball Academy is one of nine netball academies set up by Netball SA. “Netball SA established the Regional Academy Program for talent identified players, coaches and umpires with the aim to provide those identified with a development pathway and assist them in reaching their potential,” explains head coach, Darren Saul. n Continued page 23

Ladies invited to come have a swing at Two Wells “There’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing”. This saying is doing the rounds in many child-related social forums at the moment to encourage youngsters to get outside and “back to nature” but it is also really quite apt for the recently commenced Two Wells ladies golf season. As the cooler weather hits a dedicated group of ladies have been walking the course every Tuesday but sadly competition numbers are falling. Regular player and 20-year club member, Kathy Stubing, is urging anyone interested in the game of golf, especially women, to come out

Bec O’Brien reports: to the scenic course on McPharlin Road, Lewiston, and see what it’s all about. “We really want more people to come and play,” Kathy said. “We have some of the most reasonable rates in SA and if you don’t have the equipment, come and try with ours. “Help with how to play can be organised (and) it’s a great winter game, out in the fresh air. “Sometimes we spot the odd kangaroo or large goanna.” New players are regularly teamed

with more experienced players and the ladies have a lot of fun making their way around the 18-hole, par 70 scrapes course. Fees for the ladies competition are $100 for 5-day memberships per year, $140 for 7-day memberships or just a $5 green fee if you only want to play now and then. So ladies, pull on your gloves, hats and raincoats, grab an umbrella and get golfing! Contact Two Wells Golf Club ladies’ captain, Leanne Brooks, on 8522 5962 for more information, or for more on the men’s competition speak with captain Paul Shields on 0418 804 357.

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