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METRO CALL

Bus service petition launched Rina Centofanti is tackling the need for a metro bus service in Two Wells and surrounding areas head on and has offered to drive the bus if a route is set up.

Rina Centofanti is tackling the need for a metro bus service in Two Wells and surrounding areas head on.

The Virginia resident, who has a background in office work but also drove metro buses for 17 months, says it is time something is done about attracting a metro bus service to the district, and she’s willing to put herself in the driver’s seat - literally.

Bec O’Brien reports: Ms Centofanti is currently collecting signatures on the issue throughout local towns and is urging as many people as possible to take the time to complete the transport survey and sign the petition.

“There’s so many people that want this,” she said.

“But we need to show that.

“I would like to have public transport out this way because of all these new housing developments going up.

“It’s hard for people to get to and from places, especially to the city (and) people over 50 don’t want to drive as much.

“And then there are the ones that don’t have licenses.”

Ms Centofanti says while a newly established service to Virginia is a great start to addressing transport issues in the region, there is more that needs to be done.

“The kids don’t have cars, and the parents are working and it’s school holidays, the kids can’t do anything because there’s nothing around to take them anywhere,” she said.

“We’re very isolated out here and people want to get to places but they don’t want the parking hassles in the city.

“Or they have to go to medical appointments in the city, and a bus is convenient and creates less congestion. n Continued page 3

Girl power! Leanne scoops pool as top cricket helper Husband and wife burnout team, Aaron and Sara Tremain, in action in Sarah’s 83 Gemini. Sara, dubbed the Princess of Power, is having more than her fair share of success in burnout competitions.

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Two Wells Cricket Club icon, Leanne Pool (right), has been recognised for her long-standing and continued volunteer efforts at the club with a nomination in the South Australian Cricket Association’s volunteer of the year awards for 2016.

Leanne, who is playing the game she loves for the 20th year, attended an award ceremony at Adelaide Oval on December 31, and was named as one of five finalists for the north-west metro area.

She first picked up a cricket bat competitively for the Sandy Creek Cricket Club when she was 35 years old but has been immersed in the game from an early age.

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“I’ve always been involved with cricket since I was seven or eight because my dad used to coach and then my brother used to coach,” she said.

“I started playing back in the day when the girls could fill in for the boys but I didn’t get to play too much.”

Leanne later played for Gawler Centrals Cricket Club and ran two women’s teams there for eight years.

She joined the Two Wells club about five years ago and has been the secretary ever since. n Continued Page 5

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Led by the Bird Sanctuary leadership roundtable, the Collective, which is made up of 35 groups and organisations including Kaurna and Vietnamese Elders, local businesses and councils and chaired by The Australian Centre for Social Innovation, the process will involve public consultation to help create a management plan that will guide future use, enjoyment, access, traditional cultural use and conservation.

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“Ask your friends, family and colleagues to join the conversation about a management plan for the Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary, to help shape the future use and enjoyment for the area.”

The management plan being created for the sanctuary will cover topics such as: •Where the boundaries of the Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary and National Park will be, to ensure protection of the shorebirds while encouraging use and enjoyment.

•What the management plan should outline, such as public access, recreational use and enjoyment and cultural practices and conservation of plants and

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The Bird Sanctuary Team would like to hear how people want to use the sanctuary for the things they love, what they would like to see more of, what’s concerning for them and their family, and what they think needs protecting and how this should be done.

“We want to hear it all,” the statement reads.

“From there we’ll work towards balancing the needs of people and nature through the creation of the Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary Management Plan.”

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The Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary takes in much of the Adelaide Plains Council’s coastline.

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The sanctuary, which begins in Port Adelaide and takes in the coastline of the Adelaide Plains Council area, has been guided since its announcement in October 2016 by an interim management plan.

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Foreshore group tackling issues The Mallala Foreshore Advisory Committee has been around for more than a decade, with its main priority being the preservation of local coastlines as well as the broader environment.

MFAC chairperson Barb Reid says the volunteer committee was once championed under the (formerly named) District Council of Mallala, but became a stand-alone committee in 2007 after council rationalised its section 41 committees.

“It’s a bit like a big brother sort of thing keeping a general outlook over things that are happening along the coast,” Barb explained.

“People can come to us with any concerns or ideas and we take these issues to council or the relevant authorities.

“It really is an overarching group that focuses on anything

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to do with our coastline, including the issues of rubbish dumping, vandalism and offroad motorbike riding.”

The committee is also concerned about the everpresent issue of poaching undersize crabs and cockles from beaches in the district.

“They rape and pillage, that’s what they do,” Barb said passionately.

One of the major focuses at the moment for the MFAC is improving the Middle Beach boat ramp.

The boat ramp was installed in 2010 but has been plagued with problems, most notably the build up of seaweed due to the tidal flows of Salt Creek.

“We’re trying to work towards getting that to be more workable,” Barb said.

“The flow is quite quick and forces the seaweed up that first ramp.

“Tyres slip on the seaweed and can’t get any grip.

“It doesn’t work as well as it should (and) we’re trying to get some assistance and another grant to improve this.”

Barb says the committee would need around $250,000 in funding for this project and hopes the recently announced Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary, which takes in the Middle Beach area, will raise the profile of the area.

The MFAC meets on the second Tuesday of each month in the old council chambers at Two Wells at 7pm and would love to see some new faces join.

“We need a few new people to bring a different perspective, a new outlook on life,” Barb enthused.

Current members of the MFAC from left (back) Mark Webb, Martin Hart, Malcolm Frost, John Bergamin, John Drexel, Jacob Hart, (front) Steve Jones, Barb Reid, Barbara Miller, Lionel Miller and Audrey Hart.

“People who are interested in our coast and the flora, fauna of the ocean, anything that’s got to do with the sea and the

environment, this is the group for them.”

If you would like more information about the Mallala

Foreshore Advisory Committee contact Barb Reid on 0407 798 285 or email barberareid@ bigpond.com.

Signatures sought for public transport push • From Page 1 “They (the government) need between 10-20 people on a bus every morning and every night to make it work.

“So everyone needs to get behind this to make it go ahead.

“People can live their lives better (but) they just need to support this or it won’t ever happen for a very long time, if at all.”

Ms Centofanti is pushing for an Adelaide metro service to be created for the area, at metro bus ticket prices, which could possibly start at Mallala and include pick ups in Two Wells, Dublin and Virginia.

She says similar bus services are run to places like Seaford, Aldinga Beach, Seaford Rise and Mount Barker, which are a comparable distance away from the city centre.

Ms Centofanti has offered to drive a bus, free of charge, for the first few months to see how the service would work, and even put an ad on Gumtree last year looking for a donation of a bus for the proposed service.

“I just want this up and running, so more services can be added later when they see how well it will go,” she said.

Ms Centofanti hopes to get more than 1000 signatures with her petition but stresses the completion of the survey is just as important.

“If people just want to fill in the comments page at the back, that would be fine,” she said.

“The government needs a better idea of what people want, it’s just good feedback for them.”

It is suggested the service would start at Mallala at 7am and take approximately 90 minutes to reach the city.

If this proves successful, Ms Centofanti proposes trips to connecting trains in Gawler or Smithfield, possibly even Salisbury could be added in the future.

Member for Goyder, Steven Griffiths, is backing the transport survey, saying regional areas need to demonstrate to policy makers what is important to them.

“Supporting Rina has been a pleasure, as her desire for public

transport across the Adelaide Plains is a great one,” Mr Griffiths said.

“I have been happy to help with details on the petition, and advertise it as part of the Goyder column, as the only way to demonstrate need to the policy makers in government and opposition is to get the community behind the push.

“Transport is a key issue for people no matter where they live, and while regional people are rightly focused on what the quality of their roads are, the next issue becomes options for transporting people around who do not have access to a car.

“I have always believed that public transport can, and should, happen in the regions.”

Local resident Jeanette Laughton is also backing the push for a metro bus service in the area.

“My family is very keen to have a bus service,” Jeanette said.

“More people need to fill out the survey form and fill in their comments as to why the service is needed.”

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The Library will remain closed on Sunday and Monday

Please note that the opening hours of the Mallala Library (Wednesday 10am to 12noon and Friday 3pm to 5pm) and the Windsor Depot (Sunday 10am to 11.30am) remain the same.

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The blue line is suggested direct route to the city. The red line are potential optional add ons to the route. port petition had collected 485 signatures, with 17 surveys being returned.

Surveys are available from Ms Centofanti by emailing her at ma-

vfs@yahoo.com.au or visiting the website www.AdelaidePlainsBusRoute.com.

Submissions for the survey close March 17.

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Angle Vale plagued by plate thefts A number of angry Angle Vale residents took to Facebook recently to vent their frustrations regarding the theft of number plates from their vehicles and those from the surrounding suburbs of Andrews Farm and Munno Para West.

Reports of an adolescent male scouting up and down streets at night with a screwdriver in hand, were made and passed onto police.

Residents are advised to park their car in a secure place, stay alert and report concerns to police.

Number plates can be secured with the use of one-way, anti-theft screws, and can be purchased at most major hardware stores, automotive stores, and some petrol stations.

OUTDOOR CINEMA RETURNS

If you are looking for a fun, FREE night out with the family then look no further than the upcoming outdoor cinemas in the district.

Last year Adelaide Plains Council held two successful twilight cinemas and they’re doing it again this month. Caine, Kaidy and Tyson Pirri of Two Wells (pictured above) are looking forward to attending the Two Wells event for the first time, with the movie being shown one of Caine’s favourites.

The dates and venues (weather permitting) are as follows: March 3 – Mallala Oval - showing Oddball; March 10 – Long Plains – showing Finding Dory; March 17 – Two Wells Oval – showing Secret Life of Pets; Each event is a drug and alcohol free zone, with popcorn, drinks and lollies available at some venues.

So grab your sleeping bag, deck chair or beanbag and take the opportunity to enjoy a cinema under the stars without taking a hit to your hip pocket.

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Lower Light road gets council’s seal of approval Natalie Centenera reports: A section of Hart Road in Lower Light will be sealed after Adelaide Plains Council voted in favour of the project at the February 20 council meeting.

The 2.53km section of road, from Port Wakefield Road to Days Eggs Pty Ltd, has become a major concern for council since increased heavy traffic has negatively impacted on the road, and the expansion of the Days Eggs facility is expected to see it worsen.

Councillor Strudwicke recognised there are some roads worse off in the region, which would be eligible for sealing, however the use of the road by Days Eggs has facilitated the need for a permanent solution rather than increased service and maintenance.

The road also becomes dangerous in winter due to the pooling of water and the slippery surface, with a number of near miss incidents and ‘spin outs’ occurring regularly.

The road has required grading four times per annum over the last three years due to heavy use and significant weather conditions.

During the past three years, average costs to maintain this section of Hart Road had been $3,600 per annum, this figure not factoring in flood damage costs.

Days Eggs is the largest egg producer in South Australia.

They supply major supermarkets in South Australia including Woolworth, Coles, Drake Food Markets, IGA Foodland, ALDI and over 400 independent retailers.

The Hart Road facility is being expanded in 201718 at a cost of $4m, doubling production in the next 1-2 years, positively impacting the local economy.

Planned investments by Days Egg Pty Ltd will increase the capital value of the property to a certain extent and therefore it is expected that increase in capital value will bring in additional rate revenue to the council in future years.

APC will now lodge an application for grant funding of $375, 000 with the Federal Government under the Building Better Region Fund (BBRF).

If the grant is successful, APC will supplement the cost of the project as part of its 2017/2018 Capital Works Program, estimating the contribution to be $225, 000 with Days eggs also contributing $150, 000.

This contribution by the business helped sway those councillors who were apprehensive about the level of necessity when compared to other roads in the region.

“The concern is that I can think of other properties,” Councillor Strudwicke stated.

“The commitment of $150, 000 is certainly for me the point of difference.”

Councillor McColl said she would support the motion but she had the same level of concern as Councillor Strudwicke. Councillor Jones voted against the motion for council to endorse lodging an application for grant funding under the BBRF. Councillors Keen, Lawrence and Stubing were absent.

Although Councillor Picard and Strudwicke voted to endorse the motion to lodge an application for grant funding, they voted against council including the supplementary cost of the project in the 2017/2018 Capital Works Program. The motion was carried, however, with mayor Tony Flaherty casting the deciding vote.

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Work set to begin on Port Gawler pontoon

Work on the much-anticipated Port Gawler floating pontoon is expected to start within weeks.

The project was in limbo for a while due to the deregistration of the contractor supplying the materials for the pontoon, but Two Wells Regional Action Team member and project leader, Malcolm Frost, said this issue has since been resolved and things were moving forward.

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“The materials purchased in the first phase of the project have been sighted and under the control of the new contractor,” Mr Frost said.

“TWRAT have just made the required second stage payment for the construction of the pontoon, gangway, struts and mooring block and associated equipment.

“This work is expected to be completed

in about four weeks.”

Mr Frost said a site meeting between TWRAT, Adelaide Plains Council staff and the contractor has been requested to determine details of the abutment installation and any balustrade or other arrangements required.

“Suffice to say TWRAT is very pleased that after some serious concerns the project is back on track,” he said.

Regional Action Team seeks new president Two Wells Regional Action Team members are busy again working for the community in 2017.

Keep your eyes and ears open for news of TWRAT projects as they come to fruition.

A new member attended the February meeting and others plan to attend the March meeting. Anyone is welcome – TWRAT meets on the evening of the third Wednesday of the month in the Two Wells Catholic Church hall.

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move interstate, the president will be leaving the area later this year. So far no-one has agreed to take on this position. It is a position which offers great satisfaction – volunteering in the community is a wonderful thing to do.

Go along, join the team and show your interest in leading the group in the future.

One exciting project is the installation of the Port Gawler pontoon, with work expected to start within weeks (see

above). The group hopes this entices more community members to visit the area with their boats.

Many letters of support have been received for the concept of a skate park for Two Wells. With a growing population this will be a venue for the local youth to enjoy and care for – more details of the plans and proposed funding via grants and fundraising will come later.

Did you enjoy the Christmas parade last December? There is a lot

of work staging this event and TWRAT needs help to be able to continue with it.

The group welcomes input from community members to keep this event happening. It is the largest annual event in the town of Two Wells, and is popular with visitors to the town. If you can help, please contact the RegionalAction Team via the Facebook page or by phoning or messaging to 0418 811 315.

One concern with the Christmas parade; par-

ticipants are not throwing lollies far enough out from the vehicles and children are not being controlled by their parents - many are placing themselves in real danger. (TWRAT paints a blue line on the road to keep everyone safe.)

TWRAT has agreed that the throwing of lollies be stopped and groups will have walkers who hand lollies out to children along the route. This will be pointed out to all participating groups for the future.

Leanne’s SACA volunteer commendation

• From Page 1 Leanne’s daughters Jess and Bec also both play for the club, and she says she “gets a kick” out of taking to the field with them.

“The first couple of years we didn’t play together because we had two women’s teams,” she said.

“But now we’ve only got one team we get to take the field together, which is great.”

Astrong batter and usually the team’s wicket keeper, each year 55-year-old Leanne has either won the club’s best and fairest trophy or come runnerup,howeverlastyearshegotpippedbyher daughters.

“My motto is if you hit the ball hard enough you don’t have to run,” she laughed.

“I just think cricket is great, it’s a team sport and we don’t care if we win or lose, we just muck around and have fun.”

Leanne’s nomination came as a big surprise to her – she thought it was a misprint at first.

Her love of the game is palpable and not even a popped hip last season could keep her down, with twice weekly physio sessions to help her pad up each week.

Despite the club’s women’s team only winning two games in the past two years, the team is still getting out there each week, facing district level players and giving their all.

TWCC player and secretary, Leanne Pool with her 2016 South Australian Cricket Association’s volunteer of the year award nomination.

“I encourage all the girls to get out there, have fun, not take it too seriously and just enjoy the game,” Leanne advised.

“The years just go way too quick, so have fun.”

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TWCC president, Devon Hardiman, said the award was great recognition for all of Leanne’s hard work.

“Leanne has been the scorer for the men’s senior side for the past six seasons and even makes the sandwiches off her own back every home game,” he said.

“She is current captain of the women’s side after mentoring the b grade side we had a few seasons ago and is a mother figure to all players at the club who isn’t afraid to give a little discipline if needed.”

Leanne represented the association on the committee for four years and has been the club’s secretary for six seasons also, he added.

Travelling from her home in Gawler each week to help at junior training, Leanne also takes the time to help teach parents how to score and maintain the score at junior matches.

Normally the first to “rock up” to a game, Devon says Leanne is always one of the last to leave after she has finished networking with the other teams or officials and also helps behind the bar at club functions.

“This is a well-deserved award for Leanne,” Devon said.

“Her continued support of the club is amazing and a great inspiration to everyone.

Congratulations Leanne.”

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STEVEN GRIFFITHS MP Member for Goyder

February update The reaction to my announcement last week that I will not be contesting the March 2018 election and intend to retire in a little over 13 months has been personally overwhelming, and I thank all who have contacted me to wish Donna and I well for future endeavours.

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As stated, I will be forever grateful and humbled by the faith the Goyder members of the Liberal Party of Australia placed in me by my selection to be the candidate for Goyder back in April 2005, and for the confidence shown in me by the electorate in subsequent polls in the elections of 2006, 2010 and 2014.

In my near 11 years as the proud Member for Goyder, I feel satisfied that I have done all I can to pursue the needs and opportunities for my community. Pre-selection for Goyder closes on 24 March and I have no doubt that a strong field will nominate.

I commit to working hard with the candidate until election day, doing all I can to ensure that he or she also has the great honour of being elected to Parliament to represent our wonderful community. My fervent desire remains for the Liberal Party to win the required minimum 24 seats in March 2018 to form Government, and for Steven Marshall to be Premier.

In the meantime, be assured it is business as usual for me, and the electorate staff, between now and March 2018, and that I will be continuing to assist constituents as best I can in my last 13 months in office.

I have continued to be kept busy with issues affecting Goyder people. Topics of concern in the last month have included hospital, ambulance, police and coastal patrol services; power prices and impacts on local business; overgrown vegetation on Crown Land; the NBN rollout; impact of fishing regulations; overdue boat ramp upgrades; the underway review of the State’s Mining Acts and implications for farmers; and road maintenance.

The state of our roads has been the topic I have been most contacted about every year I have been the Member for Goyder. As I travel through the electorate I see the roads in need but I urge you all to continue to provide me with direct feedback on projects you consider are a priority so to ensure specific stretches of road are presented on a list of requests I will be submitting for a future Liberal Government to address. Just one example of a listed urgent project is the Balaklava to Hamley Bridge road, its poor condition having been raised with me often.

I also encourage community groups and sporting clubs to keep an eye out for grant programs that traditionally open at this time of year, among them the popular Active Club Program, Positive Ageing Grants, the Regional Capability Community Fund, Grants for Seniors and the Recreational Fishing Grants.

Guidelines and application forms for all grant programs are available at www.stevengriffiths. com.au or phone or email the Maitland office for assistance and to request a letter of support from me to supplement your applications – phone 8832 2455, goyder@ parliament.sa.gov.au.

Address: 51 Robert Street, Maitland SA 5573 Telephone: (08) 8832 2455 Fax: (08) 8832 2699 Email: goyder@parliament.sa.gov.au Web: www.stevengriffiths.com.au www.twowellsecho.com.au

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Your Community 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.

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.

Community bus

Community Bus, return trip to Elizabeth City Shopping Centre, Only $5 return (kids free), Next bus: March 17, 2017.

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 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.

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, Phone 8520 2100.

Church times

Anglican Church Services St Peter’s Mallala 1st Sunday of the month 10am March 5 10am April 2 Contact: Nita Noble 8527 2303 St Paul’s Two Wells 7.30pm March 1 - Ash Wed 10am March 12, 19 & 26 10am April 9, 16, 23 & 30 10am April 14 - Good Friday 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.

Windsor Christian Church - Sunday evening 5pm - 7pm, Windsor Institute Hall. Ph 0427 572 237.

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.

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FLAG - play-based group for families. 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.

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.

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.

Mallala Foreshore Advisory Committee

Mallala Foreshore Advisory Committee meets the second Tuesday of every month except January at 7pm in the Old Council Chamber in Two Wells. New members welcome. Contact Barb Reid on 0407 798 285 for further info.

Mallala Weight WatcheRs

Mallala Weight Watchers Group has moved to a new venue.

Weigh-ins, followed by a group meeting, will now be held at the Mallala Uniting Church every Monday night from 6.30pm. New members welcome.

Neighbourhood watch

N e i g h b o u r h o o d Wa t c h 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.

Time Out Craft Group Time Out Craft Group at Two Wells.

Meet Wednesday’s fortnightly, from 10am to 12noon Hart Memorial Hall, Two Wells. March 8 & 22. April 5 & 19. Contact Di Meaney 8520 2308.

TWo wells BOWLING CLUB

Whether you are new to lawn bowls, and inexperienced or seasoned player, you will always be welcome at the Two Wells Bowling Club.

Pennant teams play on Wednesday (Men), Thursday (Women), Saturday (Open gender). Contact Bev Molloy Phone: 0427 970 865.

The clubrooms at Old Pt Wakefield Rd are available for hire and bar facilities may be provided.

Contact Margaret Gameau P: 85 202257

Two Wells Blue Light

Two Wells Blue Light held 5 times a year. For ages 8 to 17 years. For more information contact Maria Aunger on 8520 2328 or Anne Porter on 8524 3382.

Two Wells CFS

CFS senior training every Monday night starting at 7.30pm open to anyone over the age of 17 years old. Everyone welcome however day time crews are needed. Cadet training is every 2nd Wednesday starting at 5.30pm until 7pm. Open to anyone aged 11 and above.

Located in Wells Rd Two Wells.

Two Wells craft shop

The Two Wells Craft Shop located

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

Two Wells CWA

CWA Wells Girls is the newly formed Two Wells branch of the South Australian Country Women’s Association (SACWA) which welcomes women of all ages and backgrounds, and provides an opportunity to socialise, form new friendships, share skills and knowledge, and opportunities to support your local community.

Meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Two Wells Bowling Club at 7pm, new and interested members are welcome to come along. Find us on Facebook www.facebook. com/CWAWellsGirls/ or email CWA_WellsGirls@hotmail.com for more information.

Two Wells Equestrian & Pony club

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

Two Wells 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.

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 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.

Two Well Lions Club

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.

Two Wells Red Cross

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

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Two Wells 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 scouts Cubs & Joeys

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.

Two Wells Regional Action Team

Meetings are at 7.30 pm on the 3rd Wednesday of each month - in Two Wells Catholic Church Hall. Contact 0418 811 315 for more info.

Two Wells United Kids

Two Wells United Kids is a fun Christian-based group open to children aged 7y.o to Year 7 held every Thursday afternoon from 4.30pm-5.30pm at the Two Wells Uniting Church Hall. For a gold coin donation, there’s lots of games, craft, activities and of course discussion. More information can be found at facebook.com/TwoWellsUniting or contact Tim Littleford on 0466 330 556.

Two Wells United Youth

Two Wells United Youth is an engaging and interactive Christian social group for children aged 12 years old to Year 12. The group is based at the Two Wells Uniting Church and offers a casual gettogether every Wednesday from 5pm-6.30pm where everything from the bible, football teams, friendship groups and favourite foods is open for discussion. $3 includes tea. More information can be found at facebook.com/ TwoWellsUniting or contact Tim Littleford on 0466 330 556.

Uniting Church Australia Op Shop

Two Wells Uniting Church treasure trove op shop, opening times, Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm and Saturday 9am to 12noon. Open all school holidays, come in and browse, Uniting Church Hall Drew Street, Two Wells, contact Pam Duncan 8520 2764 any time for information.

Uniting Church Australia 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.

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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.

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Nat relives youth with tickets to Guns show

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o Guns n’ Roses reunited recently to their (almost) original group and hit Adelaide Oval on Saturday March 18 as part of their ‘Not in This Lifetime Tour’.

Axl Rose was out front, with iconic guitarist Slash, and bassist Duff McKagen.

Notably absent was Izzy Stradlin, but his replacement Richard Fortus, looked enough like him, so only the die-hard Gunners fans or ones whose memory wasn’t so questionable after years of hard rock and ‘recreation’ that accompanies said genre, would’ve been left longing.

They were pretty good.

Good enough to transport me back to almost, dare I say it, 30 years ago when ‘Appetite for Destruction’ was the soundtrack of the life of many an adolescent and could be heard blaring from cassette decks in bedrooms, classrooms and on the back of the bus during school excursions.

By the time ‘Use your Illusion I’ and ‘Use your Illusion II’ hit the charts, our group of friends congregated to whoever’s house had both CDs, ($30 a pop for a compact disk meant not all could afford both blue and orange albums) and listened to every single song at full volume.

Not just listened, relished.

I wish I had experienced the 1993 tour at Eastern Creek in NSW. I was nearby and saw the helicopters overhead in preparation for the show, the energy palpable around Western Sydney, as thousands of ‘westies’ converged to feel the unique sound of Axl Rose and throw their bodies around a mammoth mosh pit.

It was hot and apparently water was scarce and expensive. I didn’t go as a ‘friend’ at the time felt the need to leave me out when buying tickets.

We were 16 and all took our turn with friendship issues, but to this day I still feel I missed out, even after experiencing a Gunners concert 24 years later, I guess there’s a magic in seeing a band during their time, riding a high.

Adelaide Oval is an awesome venue.

We found a quiet ‘ish’ bar, one without a 45 minute wait, bought a pint, for close to $10, but at least there was something cool and wet to drink (not like 24 years ago, I think smugly).

Heard all construction work was halted around the InterContinental because Axl couldn’t sleep earlier

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Reporter, Nat Centenera (right), reviewed the Guns N’ Roses performance in Adelaide on Saturday night. She is pictured with her sister, Amanda Kovacs, knocking back a pint. on that day!

Ok, he’s older, needs his nanna naps, I’m a mum of three now, just hit 40, I get it.

Thinking we still have 10 minutes to find our seats, music erupts.

What the?

Faces drop.

Is that them? Yes. We make our way back to our allocated seating, and surmise they must want to get to bed early, so they started early.

I can relate. So I forgive.

‘It’s So Easy’ is followed by ‘Mr Brownstone’.

Axl sounded like Axl. Phew.

If he didn’t, well it wouldn’t have been quintessential Gunners from yesteryear.

His voice is strong and still whines like a cat on heat.

In fact, they all didn’t miss a beat.

Sound production, however, was less than perfect. And I was left, at times, deflated. Moments of crystal clear perfection were interlaced with noisy mixing.

I’m no sound engineer but my shoulders dropped, each time it became a little muffled, despite having good seats.

Stadium gigs are hard to pull off sound-wise, I half expected it.

Slash’s rendition of the ‘Godfather’ theme and Pink Floyd’s ‘Wish you were Here’ were flawless.

When all instruments were mixed in during heavier numbers, it was a little messy, not bad, but not perfect.

The crowd watching was second to none!

All walks of life representing several generations.

Those who had all their teeth, those who had none, and some who were off their ‘chops’.

It’s amazing how a few drinks can turn every punter into a rock star.

I have a feeling many were simply familiar with the ‘Appetite for Destruction’ album, as the crowd only bounced during those numbers. I was aghast.

Many fans fell off the Gunners bandwagon after the ‘Use your Illusion’ albums, ‘Chinese Democracy’…. what?

The stage set-up was great with the big screens, obviously a musthave at a stadium event.

However, the graphics that accompanied each ditty made me cringe.

Yes, I felt as though Axl was singing to the backdrop of my Filipino mother-in-law’s karaoke videos.

It was that bad. It made me realise they’re old, and I’m old, and sometimes our coolness evolves into something that is not.

Like blonde highlights, that inevitably turns to a purple tint on old ladies.

Or a series of different hats, jackets, t-shirts, Liberace style diamond rings on rocker fingers. I’m referring to Axl here.

He also kept his movement tame most of the time, yet when he did race around nostalgically, the cameras did not follow, so many golden moments were missed.

Lucky I was close enough to catch a glimpse.

He danced his signature snake dance, less voraciously, but the essential move still emanated from his older bones.

I read a few comments on social media that audience interaction was lacking and some people almost took it personally.

For me, that’s a non-issue.

I’m not interested in getting to know them personally, I want only their music.

I was glad not to hear the obligatory, “How are you, Adelaide?”.

I don’t want a run down on what they think of the place and how great an audience we are.

They gave me what I went for.

And for that I am glad I could experience the band I missed out on more than two decades ago.

And as for the girl who organised tickets and left me out last time, I married her ex-boyfriend.

– Natalie Centenera

Hire of clean-up equipment and extra external labour costs.

Repairs to structures such as plastic houses and sheds.

Returning soil to the condition it was in before the flood.

Repair of equipment such as pumps and irrigation systems.

My office can assist applicants in addressing the grant criteria.

More details are available at: http://pir.sa.gov.au/ gawlerriverfloodplainsgrants or phone my office on

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RDA presents to council Princess of on Chinese opportunities Power’s trophy Natalie Centenera reports:

Anne Moroney, of the Barossa Regional Development Association (RDA,) gave a presentation to Adelaide Plains Council members at the February 20th Council meeting, on the invitation of CEO James Miller.

“James has specifically asked me to talk about our engagement, on behalf of the region, with China; what activities were are undertaking and what the opportunities are,” Anne explained.

“Australia’s economic future is closely tied to Asia, particularly China.”

Focuses on Australia’s resources are changing, with agriculture, tourism and education now being explored by China, which are all opportunities for this region, Anne stressed.

“I would say particularly with the Northern Adelaide Irrigation Scheme, the opportunities around the investment in horticulture and agriculture is there,” she said.

“There is a real need to understand what that opportunity is and whether you want to participate in it or not.

“Collaborating with Chinese organisations often involves us selling expertise into them and a couple of examples are around aged care community services, water, and waste management.”

Activity the RDA are currently undertaking is sister city relationships, with two being discussed at the moment, one city in the Shandong province, the other in Sichuan.

“We’re hoping maybe to get further investment into eventing facilities and again grow the reputation of this region as a go to place for equine industries.”

- Anne Moroney

“Both these provinces have come to this region thinking they are more interested in the wine assets but when we get their attention they realise that excellent quality oats, barley, hay for animal feed, pelletisation of animal feed, and education opportunities exist,” Anne told the chamber.

There is a strong interest in China for horses, whether they transport them to China or enjoy them here.

“We’re hoping maybe to get further investment into eventing facilities and again grow the reputation of this region as a go to place for equine industries,” Anne said.

With Australia being very close

to China geographically, Anne pointed out tourism opportunities, saying she expected with the Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary development that there would be a significant interest in tourism.

“Birds seem to hold a special place in Chinese culture and I think we can look to see some real interest in there,” she said.

Anne finished her presentation by stating the activities the RDA undertakes are to help the economy to “keep rolling on”.

If any businesses are interested in the work the RDA undertakes, head over to their website, www.barossa.org.au, call 08 8563 3603, or email admin@ barossa.org.au.

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love the adrenalin rush, I love the power under my foot, I love getting the crowd pumped.”

“I just love doing it,” says Sara Tremain on burnout competitions, that has seen her win and place in multiple competitions, in both male and female classes.

Dubbed, the ‘Princess of Power’, and standing at not even 150 cm, this tiny, gentle lady by nature can raise hell behind the steering wheel.

A female burn-out driver is a rare sight on the racetracks, and her success has seen this unique blonde bombshell, from Two Wells, turn into somewhat of an inspiration to other girls who come to spectate.

“They tell me that it’s great to see a girl doing something like this,” she quipped.

It is her father, Owen, who divulges that she is often asked for autographs.

Sara has only been competing for four years, before that she supported her husband, Aaron, also a burnout driver, for many years.

“I went to every meeting, every car show and then decided that I wanted to compete as well,” she explained.

So Aaron, a truck driver with Tremain Transport, built her a car.

An ‘83 Gemini (the year she was born) with a 5 litre carby, high rise manifold and 286 cam.

She assures me that car people will know what this means.

The colour is an original shade of pink-an unusual colour for a burnout machine, that her cousin, Brenton Lake of KoKo Customs, produced exclusively for her.

Aaron also built his own car and the two of them transport them all over South Australia, and interstate to various burnout comps.

“It’s something I’ve always wanted to do, to join the guys, and I’m just as good as them!” she says with a laugh, having beaten her husband Aaron one time in the same competition.

When asked if she has experienced any sexism in such a male-dominated sport, she is quick to point out she gets “treated like one of the boys”.

The family enjoy their trips away, giving them the opportunity to compete as well as spend quality time together.

“We’ve made a huge amount of friends,” Sara said.

“That’s what I love about the burnout scene, you make so many friends and everyone just comes together and helps, it’s like one big family really.”

Sara acknowledges she wouldn’t be able to compete if it wasn’t for the support of

Sara with her 83 Gemini and multiple awards won from burnout competitions. her husband Aaron.

“He puts a lot of work into it, and we make a great team together,” she said.

“We both help each other.

“To get two cars going at a burnout comp is a lot of hard work, people usually only take one, but we take two!

“So it’s double everything.”

The cars have to be trailered to and from the locations as they are unable to be road registered.

“These cars are not allowed to be driven on the road,” Sara explained.

“People have the impression that we are hoons, but we’re not the ones creating problems on the road.”

Both husband and wife are well-known in the burnout scene and have been featured in car magazines, Sara in State Racing Magazine and Aaron in Street Machine.

The couple’s team, ‘OffTap Racing’ is supported by their two children and Sara’s mum Karen who attends all the burnout competitions.

“You don’t get many Nanas going to a burnout comp!” Sara giggled.

Both her children love the atmosphere and watching their mum compete as well. “ They cheer me on, they’re my little cheer squad,” she said.

“They walk around with their little Off-Tap Racing T-Shirts on.”

Off-Tap is defined by the urban dictionary as something absolutely insane, extremely cool or impressive.

If you have ever seen a car specifically built for the purpose of burnout competitions, heard the roar of the engine and lost sight of the vehicle in thick smoke, you would have to agree that it is pretty impressive.

There are usually three

rounds in a competition, the third round being the final.

You gain points for how you drive and control the car, popping a tyre or ‘blowing them to pieces’, how much smoke is produced, and the response of the crowd.

You have one and a half minutes in the first two rounds and two minutes in the finals. “ There are massive crowds, especially at the big events. People come from all over Australia,” Sara explained.

There is a competition at least every month if not a couple, “we try to go to them all.”

They often travel to Port Pirie, Whaylla, Black Rock, Port Lincoln, Mount Gambier, Mannum and Mildura.

Placing first and second in the female classes of competitions like Iron Maiden, Extreme PowerFest, and Gazzanats, it is little wonder that she gains a sense of achievement and draws confidence from her success, “at school I was never confident, I was really bad at P.E., but this is something that I am good at and I enjoy doing it.”

A strong woman is a great example to young girls, especially when they break down gender stereotypes and prove that anything is possible.

“I told my daughter, when Mummy doesn’t do burnouts anymore, the car is hers, and she is all for it, so I’ve got a little rev head on my hands,” Sara said.

Something her daughter would appreciate, as Sara describes the car as her pride and joy.

“I got a high-rise manifold for my birthday!” she laughed.

“Not many girls want that for their birthday, but I do.”

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What life’s like at high school...

By Two Wells resident and Year 8 Gawler & Districts College student, Taryn Sochacki n How have you settled into high school (HS)?

I found settling into high school quite easy because I had some great friends that were also starting their first year. It was also a bit difficult as my two best friends are at different schools to me.

TWPS Boys Club members (back) Brett, Lachlan, Tyce, Anthony, Logan, Paul (front) Levi, Josh and Chris, with the Kimochi toys.

Kids learn the Kimochi way

n What has been the biggest change from primary school?

The biggest change would be the size difference compared to primary school. I didn’t get too lost and the teachers give you a bit of leeway in the first couple of weeks for getting to class late. Also the work expectations compared to primary school are different. n What have been the highlights so far?

The highlights would be that I get to see some of my friends that were in higher grades. And that so far I haven’t had much homework so if I finish work at school I have more free time after school hours to catch up with friends.

Successful Learners at Horizon Christian School

n Do you feel the upper primary school years prepare you for high school?

I think that the upper primary years have prepared me for high school because the workload was

similar. Primary school actually had more homework than I have had in the first few weeks of high school. n What are some of the challenges you faced in the first few weeks?

Some challenges I have faced in the first few weeks would definitely be not being able to see my friends as often as I would like as they go to different schools. I will try and find time or make time to always catch up with then as often as I can. And for some people it may be a bit difficult to make new friends.

n What are you looking forward to for rest of year?

What I am looking forward to for the rest of the year is finding out about all the new subjects high school has and what I can learn.

Also getting to know people better. n Any tips for Year 7 graduates in 2017?

Well, it isn’t as nerve racking as you would think. Try not to over think the transition.

Ask questions and talk to the teachers, they aren’t as bad as you may think.

The Kimochis are tools for learning and their introduction at Two Wells Primary School is having a big impact on how children express themselves and interact, according to the school’s counselor Zoe Evans.

The Kimochi program was trialled about three years ago as part of the school’s Boys Club – another program aimed at specifically engaging boys in a positive way.

Kimochi means ‘feelings’ in Japanese and the program is described as a social and emotional resource used to improve and support children’s social relationships, mental health and learning.

Each toy has a name and has its own personality and feeling, and the students at TWPS have grabbed onto them in a really positive way.

“Each one has a different feeling,” Zoe explained.

“Every junior primary class has its own pack, it helps kids talk about their feelings more and it supports our

Bec O’Brien reports: well-being program.

“It’s working really well.”

Zoe said student behaviour across the junior primary classes had improved dramatically since the introduction of the Kimochis.

“We definitely have less behaviour in the yard,” she said.

“The teachers and all the staff are using the Kimochi language, which is great, and the students themselves are beginning to articulate their feelings in a much more positive way.”

Some of the positive social/emotional and educational outcomes: • A common language used across the school • Children develop strengths to help them overcome trauma and abuse • It supports individual children’s needs • It’s a valuable pedagogical tool for both classroom and specialist teacherrs

2016 Head Prefect Micah Hamann achieved outstanding success is his year 12 studies and is looking forward to living in Adelaide with his brothers and starting his new course at Tabor College Adelaide, entering a Bachelor of Education: Primary degree. Thinking about his time at Horizon Micah particularly appreciated the freedom he had to talk about his faith and also found the teachers really friendly and supportive.

“Quality trusted relationships with caring teachers help students to learn better.”

The start of every year brings with it opportunities for fresh beginnings and new challenges. For Micah, Waverley, Tom and Casey, their successful completion of year 12 studies at Horizon has resulted in bright opportunities for further study at Universities in Adelaide.

Waverley Palmer was also a Head Prefect in 2016. Following her wonderful success Waverley is looking forward to the experience of life at the University of South Australia where she will study a Bachelor of Education: Secondary - Food and Textiles Technology degree. Waverley commented “I really enjoyed attending a school that has a really safe and caring environment.

Casey Lawrie also finished her year 12 studies with a great result and is off to Tabor College Adelaide to study a Bachelor of Arts (Music). Casey commented, “The sense of community was one of the main things that made my time at Horizon so enjoyable as a student.”

Casey is excited about the new chapter in her life and the learning opportunities that go with it.

For Paetyn, Lucy, Herbie, Noah and Tylor, they are enjoying their first steps into being a part of the Horizon learning community. While they have a long way to go until they can step out boldly with the confidence of Micah, Waverley, Tom and Casey and Horizon’s other graduates, it is good to know they are in a school which will nurture and encourage their growth and success through each of their important thirteen years of schooling.

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Tom Goldney is looking forward to experiencing University life and making new friends when he starts his new studies.

Tom provides another Horizon success story and he will no doubt enjoy his studies towards a Bachelor of Music (Sonic Arts) degree at the University of Adelaide.

Tom Goldney said, “Getting to know the wonderful teachers and staff has really helped improve my education”.

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echo 10 New faces at Virginia Primary School

VIRGINIA Lining up for their first year at school are new VPS Reception students, from left, Lincoln, Mitchell, Travis, Elijah, Ruby and Jade.

Enjoying a bit of dirt play are youngsters Taylor Dix and Blake Fidge.

VIRGINIA Patrick, Rebecca, Brooke, Scarlett, Josh and Tony are all ready for Reception at VPS in 2017. Absent Xaviour and Abbigale.

VIRGINIA Looking forward to school life at VPS are, from left, Lachlan, Madison, Max, Lucas B., Jasmine and Peter. Absent Lucas M and Branden.

Seventeen-month-old Layla Barber plays with the dolls and prams at Two Wells playgroup.

Bradley Deluca and 13-month-old Elise.

Good numbers at playgroup Bec O’Brien reports: It was a large gathering at the second Two Wells Playgroup session for 2017 on Tuesday February 7.

More than 20 adults and their young charges,

ranging in age from just weeks old to four or five years old, reveled in the fun activities set up at the Two Wells Primary School hall.

The dolls and prams were a constant source of fun, as was the playdough table, and the dirt

pit was a big hit with those not shy on getting dirty.

The group has been operating on school premises for the past couple of years and members are loving the bigger space, which allows for a broader set of activities

for families to enjoy.

Playgroup is held at the school every Tuesday from 9.30am-11.30am during school terms.

Contact coordinator Claire Priest on 0413 814 047 for more information or look them up on Facebook.

VIRGINIA Sophia, Abigail, Kirstan, Brodie, Lucas and Imogen are settling into Reception at VPS.

VIRGINIA Keen to learn as much as they can are new Reception students at VPS, from left, Hayden, Peter, Josh, Kim, Vince, Dante and Lawrence.

Lewiston resident Nichole Spargo and her two-year-old-daughter Mackenzie.

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All smiles is nine-month-old Morgan Birthisel with mum, Kayla Poulton of Two Wells.

VIRGINIA Jordan, Antonio, Riley, Anthony, Emilia and Lauren are new at VPS in 2017.

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Angle Vale Primary School has had a bumper intake this year, welcoming about 100 new students! Pictured are new teachers (from left) Emma Girham (Year 5/6), Kiah RobertsonBurne (Year 1) and Crystal Thanawathick (Year 2/3). – PICTURE: Supplied.

Front row (from left): Camden, Imogen, Jayden, Lara, Oscar, Noah, Cooper, Adina, Christopher, Sienna, Cassie, Kayden, Kobe, Austin, Nicholas. Back row: Lockie, Grace, Dakkoda, Rachael, Tahlia, Paige, Sophi, Rubi, Olivia, Ella, Xavier, Mia, Anastasia, Hunter, Bradley, Jesse, Dylan and Daeman. – PICTURES: Natalie Centenera

ANGLE VALE Front row (from left): Mitchel, Tyler, Jake, Hunter, Logan, Chase, Alex, Emma, Scarlett, Paige, Ashlee, Skye. Back row: Krysta, Madison, Alyssa, Stefania, Isabella, Violet, Isabel and Mikayla.

ANGLE VALE Front row (from left): Mercadez, Jasper, Talia, Udu, Brianna, Marley. Middle row: Zak, Georgia, Mateah, Anabell, Kaitlyn, Tyson, Jake. Back row: Charlotte, Noah, Lachlan, Jayden P, Hayley, Jayden C, Declan, Madison and Toka.

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Kindy aged playgroup children getting ready to hit the playground.

Playgroup at Angle Vale Natalie Centenera reports: Angle Vale Playgroup meets Monday mornings at Angle Vale Primary School, 9.15am to 10.45am.

Playgroup co-ordinator, Jane Pogas, has many wonderful activities arranged each session for the children, and parents and carers are able to relax and unwind with their little ones whilst connecting with other families.

For more information on Angle Vale Playgroup, please call 8284 7222.

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echo 12 TWO WELLS Getting into the swing of school life are TWPS Room 6 new Reception students Brayden, Ruby, Braxton, Flynn, Zoe, Hope, Oliver, Sienna, Marcus, Eva, Mason, Ashlyn, Jackson, Ella, Meddow, Olivia, and Natalia. PHOTOS: BEC O’BRIEN

Below: Starting off Reception in Room 5 at TWPS are (back) Dean S., Tia, Jackson, Dean P, Caleb, (front) Zali, Leyla, Annabelle, Stephanie and Cody.

TWO WELLS Above: Ready to learn are new Reception students in Room 5 at TWPS (back) Dexter, Arianny, Thomas, Katie, Patrick, (front) Toby, Ryder, Maddison and Steven.

Right: Cruising into Reception in 2017 are Room 1 students at TWPS Callum (driver) and Amber, Ashlee and Millie.

New faces at Two Wells Primary School and Trinity College Gawler River

TRINITY COLLEGE Right: Trinity College Gawler River’s Early Years Barrera class members, (back) Axel Sheehan, Chase Adams, Vincent Manno, Zander Steppat, Riley Swain, Tyler Balshaw, Levi Size, Connor Dawes, Jack Fitzgerald, Jayden Bath, Lucas Cirillo, (front) Kaylee MacLeod, Aashka Pace, Anita Pace, Lilly Stevens, Sophie Wandel, Daisy Bolzon, Amelia Masiero, Samara Ferrier, Francesca Virgara and Jenni Irvine.

TRINITY College Gawler River’s Early Years Cittadini class for 2017 consists of (back) Summer Levy, Indi-Ella Caven, Ameliah Quinlan, Snibor Sharma, Leon Coniglio, Zaylia Rana, Alysha Marshall, James Bennett, Michael Modesti, Kosta Teligiannidis, Daniel Shortt, (front) Connor Dawes, Riley Stewart, Jordan CarterPrice, Tyson Kruger, Chase Jones, Zayne Cheshire, Lac Vien Nguyen, Matilda Sanders and Melia Hooper.

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TRINITY College Gawler River’s Early Years Washington class for 2017 comprises the smiley faces of (back) Tiana Zappid, Johnny Yacoumis, Lucas Ceravolo, Celeste Coventry, Hudson Seaford, Amira-Lee Tripodi, Alex Thompson, Madison Magro, Hannah Laoutaris, Archie Thomson, Mitchell Sawyer, (front) Riley Sanderson, Will Trowbridge, Hanna Kleeman, Curtis Clifton, Tahlia Russell, Riley Preston, Aurora Collins and Dominic Echeverria.

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Double Take

with Bec O’Brien

Email: news@twowellsecho.com.au

Local lass crowned Miss Peterborough

They remain at $25 per member and payment can be made either by cheque or cash, however cash payments are to be made on Fridays only.

The RSL is open every Wednesday 9am-12 noon and Fridays from 11am until late, with a wholesome and affordable tea on offer each week.

Drop into the hall on Old Port Wakefield Road, Two Wells or give them a call on 8520 2826.

It was a definitely a good day at the “rodeo” for the horse-loving Michaelis family of Lewiston at the Peterborough Rodeo last month.

The event celebrated its 30th year on February 4 and 19-year-old Dakota Michaelis (pictured right) had the honour of being named Miss Peterborough.

While Dakota proudly carried the Australian flag into the arena she also had a successful night in the barrel racing event, placing 2nd.

And the success didn’t stop there, Dakota also picked up a 3rd placing in the breakaway event while her mum, Candy, won the open barrel racing event, and dad, Kym, placed 1st and 4th in the team roping event.

Congratulations Team Michaelis.

Diary Dates

In a trance

One local lass got more than she bargained for when she attended a Fringe show last month.

Kate Lange of Two Wells, was front and centre with her family at Isaac Lomman’s Comedy Hypnosis! Entranced, show on Sunday February 19 when the hypnotist pulled her up on stage as part of his show.

Under his spell for around an hour, Kate’s family says the whole thing was hilarious and they can’t wait for the DVD to arrive.

While under hypnosis Kate was instructed to laugh and giggle uncontrollably any time someone shook her hand .

She also was led to believe everyone in the audience was naked and that the people on stage with her really stunk.

Sometimes the hypnotist worked with the whole group, other times throughout the show he picked out individuals.

Kate was a standout of the show.

At one point she was told that when someone shook her hand her head would get incredibly itchy and she just had to scratch it.

“She was trying not to scratch

Dakota Michaelis, Lewiston, was named Miss Peterborough title at the Peterborough Rodeo last month.

LEFT: Dakota at the rodeo. PHOTO: KURT WALTER FINE ART IMAGES her head but it was driving her nuts, it was just so funny,” Kate’s mum, Sue laughed.

Seems like it was a good night out, I’m sure there’ll be a few hand shaking jokes floating about after this Kate!

Annabel Crabb

Eagle-eyed viewers would have seen a familiar main street featured on the ABC’s popular Home Delivery show last month.

Host Julia Zemiro visited Two Wells where she caught up with acclaimed political journalist, author and former Two Wells Primary School graduate, Annabel Crabb.

The half-hour show took in all of Annabel’s childhood “hotspots”

including her farm, Singing Creek, at Lower Light, the Two Wells Craft Shop and the local primary school.

Dirt Wars

Neralie Wearn of Two Wells is a Dirt Wars survivor.

The fit mum of three tackled the popular obstacle-style course at Loveday 4x4 track, just out of Barmera, on February 12.

Competing for the first time with a bunch of friends in readiness for the upcoming netball season, Neralie says the event was challenging and lots of fun but not as daunting as she first thought it would be.

There were lots of obstacles to get around, over, through and under throughout the 10-kilometre course,

including climbing ropes, crawling through tunnels, monkey bars, massive water slides, up and over walls, tyres, lots of mud pits/dirty water, under barbed wire, balance beams and much more.

Needless to say everyone ended up very muddy, wet and dirty!

Neralie says she was surprised at her level of strength and fitness and puts it down to weekly fitness sessions with Lewiston-based Sam Kirk of Empower Fitness and Personal Training.

Good stuff Neralie.

RSL News

The Two Wells RSL club is gearing up for another busy year, with subscriptions for 2017 now due.

Kate Lange is pictured above ‘cracking up’ at hypnotist Isaac Lomman as he shakes her hand.

RIGHT: Kate slumped over while under hypnosis. She was reportedly a star of the show, unbeknownst to her!

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Neralie, far right, with friends Cherie Stirling, Bec Jamieson, Tahlia Tilley and Vikki Webb.

The girls are pictured top with their medals.

Coming up in the next few weeks are a number of events and happenings around the district, so get out your diary and mark the dates.

Tuesday March 21 South Australian of the Year Kate Swaffer will speak in Two Wells, contact the Two Wells Public Library on 8520 2100 to reserve your free seats now.

The Two Wells Equestrian and Pony Club will hold its annual One Day Event on the weekend of April 22nd and 23rd.

This event attracts more than 150 competitors each year and sees them compete in dressage, cross-country and showjumping phases over the course of the two days.

Check out their website www. twepc.com.au for more information.

Also, there’s three FREE outdoor cinema sessions being held in the district throughout March. Head to www.apc.sa.gov.au for a venue near you.

DAYS OF MARCH

1st March is Ash Wednesday.

Ash Wednesday is the first day of Lent and occurs 46 days before Easter.

Ash Wednesday refers to the practice of placing ashes on the foreheads of Christian devotees as a sign of mourning and repentance to God. The ashes used are typically gathered after the palms from the previous year’s Palm Sunday are burned.

8th March is International Women’s Day International Women’s Day is a time to reflect on progress made, to call for change, and to celebrate acts of courage and determination by ordinary women who have played an extraordinary role in the history of their countries and communities.

Please ladies, do not burn your bra, we all need ‘support’.

13th March, Adelaide Cup Day which means…..public holiday, YAY! English superstar, Adele also makes her way to Adelaide Oval for a much anticipated concert.

17th March is St Patrick’s Day Many Australians come together on St Patrick’s Day to celebrate Irish culture and remember St Patrick’s life and achievements.

Basically they wear green, drink lots of alcohol and speak with an Irish accent.

St Patrick is one of Ireland’s patron saints from the 5th Century A.D. He worked as a missionary in Ireland and it is believed that he banished “snakes” from the country.

21st March is World Poetry Day World Poetry Day pays tribute to the men and women whose only instrument is free speech.

It is a time to appreciate and support poets and poetry around the world.

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Yoga now part of centre’s program Bec O’Brien reports: Children as young as 18 months old are learning to control their breathing, manage their personal space and maintain healthy bodies and mindsets with the implementation of weekly yoga sessions at the Two Wells Community Children’s Centre.

The initiative is part of the centre’s positive education program and the children are loving it, according to director Sarah Wormald.

“Our children have really engaged and enjoyed the yoga sessions so far and we look forward to watching their yoga poses develop over the term,” Sarah said.

“Yoga is an old tradition that has been used for thousands of years as a strategy for developing healthy bodies and healthy minds.

“With significant rises in mental health conditions in children and young adolescents such as depression, anxiety and the rise in busy lifestyles, it’s about slowing down and giving ourselves time to look after us.”

Led by Carmen from Lion Heart Yoga the children are encouraged to try all the different poses throughout the free choice session.

“We plan on running the program for the next 10 weeks every Wednesday for an hour each morning,” Sarah said.

“It is a choice for children to participate, it is not mandatory.

“Interestingly though 95% of our children take up the yoga session which is divided into 2 x 30 min sessions to keep the session sizes small.”

Here is what some of the centre’s children had to say: “I was bending my body” Jensen “We did the crab” Lincoln “I liked the one when she had her bottom up” William (dog pose)

Some of the many benefits of children’s yoga are: · Maintains Flexibility and Strengthens Growing Bodies · Enhances Concentration · Increases Self-Esteem · Teaches Present Moment Awareness · Cultivates a Peaceful, Relaxed State of Body and Mind · Gives Tools for Stress Management · Sparks Creativity in Ripe Imaginations · Encourages Kind Peer and Social Interactions · Enhances Body Awareness Learning the positive benefits of yoga with the guidance of instructor Carmen are TWCCC children Max Feltus, Hunter Bellchambers, Isabelle Gunn, William Knuckey and Chase Wearn.

· Teaches Discipline and Responsibility

Clean Up Australia Day next on Scouts’ agenda There is always something new and interesting to learn from, in and about the world around us.

This is a philosophy members of the Two Wells Scout Group strive for.

Here the group’s Cub members are taking a break from learning new skills to meet the requirements to attain their Bronze Boomerang badge.

The kids are looking forward to helping out the environment at the annual Clean Up Australia Day event on Sunday March 5.

Scouts is held every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday evenings for school-aged children.

Contact group leader Roger Ford on 0409 202 445 for more information.

Two Wells Scout Group members, from left, Hayley Walton, Sophie Zachoryj, Charlene Boyles, Elise Fechner, Ethan Fechner, Max Barton, Trent Toy, Cameron Hoppo and Sam Anderson.

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Fitting life for a local sports star

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raham Bruce Applebee was born 16th June 1936 and was the youngest of seven – two brothers Ron and Hurtle, and four sisters, Gertrude, Thelma, Ruby and Fay. He was spoilt by all.

Graham often helped his dad Jack at his blacksmith shop, which was behind their house that was next to the Commercial Hotel.

Graham attended Two Wells Primary School.

It was during the war years and the students raised money for the war effort collecting newspapers.

They also manned the building that housed aeroplane identifying maps, as they had to watch and name the planes that were flying around in case of enemy aircraft.

He then went on to Gawler High School and left after the third year to take up an apprenticeship at Long Range Weapons Establishment, fitting and turning.

Graham then continued in his fifth year to do an instrument making course.

All this was done at the apprentice school at LRWE and the school of mines.

Graham worked for 42 years at Salisbury for the commonwealth government.

He spent a lot of time at Woomera as a member of the Australian Trials Team, they also did jobs all over Australia.

Graham became a technical officer, doing high speed photography for trials.

He worked on the development of sonar in Kangaroo Island.

Patrol boats in Queensland having trouble with propellers – F1 11 in Darwin.

Cars and home much trauma they could take in a crash, the tennis ball line caller now used in all matches all over the world (if it’s on the line or out) and many other trials out of

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Graham Bruce Applebee June 16, 1936 - Feb 6, 2017 Woomera.

Graham was 18 when he first met Del. His mum Ethel was still cleaning his shoes (this changed after marriage).

They both were travelling by train to work at LRWE, Del lived on Taylors Road the other side of Virginia.

His courting was on push bike.

He would ride from Two Wells to Del’s home on Sundays.

Eventually he had a 1928 Chevrolet.

Del’s mum and dad moved to Ponde.

They moved up there in the Chev and had car troubles on the way.

They had other passengers and so Brian sat on the mudguard squeezing a rag with petrol on it into the carburetor, they made it up to Mannum, got the filter changed and all was well.

Graham and Del who were both centenary babies (1936’ers are people born in South Australia at the centenary of the state, starting in 1836).

There is a 1936 Association and they have a luncheon every 10 years, Graham and Del were only one of a very few who were married to each other.

They were married on September 20th, 1957, both 21 years old, making this September their 60th wedding anniversary.

Graham and Del have three boys, Brenton, Warren and Phillip.

When the boys started to get a bit older Graham became a member of the Gem Club, and as a family they would go all over the place digging for gems and gold.

ABOVE: Graham and wife, Del. LEFT: Graham driving a houseboat.

He built his own machine for faceting his stones and taught the boys how to do this.

He taught them many skills, which they’ll treasure.

Most people who know Graham know he had a keen interest in sport.

Not just an interest, he loved it.

He played cricket, went onto tennis where he played A grade for many years, was picked and playing in the country versus city team.

He played football and then took on the work as a trainer for many years, caretaking of the oval – mowing, marking etc.

Graham became a life member and has a B grade medal named after him.

Every week he would go to the football and watch all grades, from juniors through to seniors,

New opening hours for Two Wells Library

Library Officer at Two Wells Public Library, Rose Cavanagh, is thrilled book lovers have more time to access the facility.

If you are a book-lover then you are going to be thrilled there’s more time to browse and find that good story with the announcement of new opening hours for the Two Wells Public Library.

TWPL library coordinator, Anne Sawtell says the additional five-and-a-half hours of operation mean book lovers have more time to access the facility.

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even when his grandsons no longer played.

He also played golf for many years and won numerous championships in A grade.

When he could no longer do the walk he took up bowls.

Graham loved his bowls and played many years in the top team, but had to stop playing when his legs would no longer be able to get up the banks.

Even when he couldn’t play we still went every week to watch and would come home at night telling Del who was playing well or not, and what they were doing wrong (it isn’t easy when you are sitting and watching!)

Graham had many other interests including fishing.

It started with his dad, Jack and

Ron at Port Gawler and Middle beach, dragging the net for garfish and crabbing.

Many holidays were spent at Hardwicke Bay on Yorke Peninsula, where Brenton, Warren and Philip learnt to fish.

Eventually a house was built at Marion Bay and a boat was purchased.

Years of fun and fishing eventuated.

The grandchildren grew up to love the fishing and the holidays there, and now the great grandchildren.

Graham ran the local Scouts group when the children were younger and was a member of the CFS and is a life member.

Graham loved all his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

He always delighted them with his origami skills making swans that flapped their wings and his mouse made from his handkerchief that jumped everywhere and kept the kids entertained for hours.

His family has always been a very big part of his life.

Graham and Del visited New Zealand for their silver wedding anniversary and from then on got the travel bug!

Next it was England, Scotland, Europe, about 20 countries, Singapore & Hong Kong, with their last trip being a cruise.

Graham was a wonderful husband to Del, a loving father to his sons and a much-adored poppa for all the grandchildren, their partners and all the great-grandchildren.

He will be sorely missed.

RIP Graham.

Del, Brenton, Philip and families wish to say a sincere thanks to all the people who have supported the family at this time. Your love and help has been appreciated.

Thank you.

Good time to utilise warm soil

Already in 2017 the month of March is here bringing the shortening “Regular borrowers have days and cooler nights, commented very favourably but as the soil is still to the new opening hours warm, it is a good time as they have further oppor- to be thinking of puttunities to visit their local ting in some plants so library, whether enjoying as the root growth can browsing the library’s collec- get a good start before tion including latest releases the soil cools in winter. or using the free computers,” A visit to see the Ms Sawtell said. good selection of The library is a consor- plants for sale at the tium member of the state- Two Wells Craft Shop is wide One Library Manage- highly recommended. ment System, which means The Friends of borrowers can access the the Botanic Gardens State’s Library resources via propagate plants for the library catalogue – www. sale, and man several sales per year in apc.sa.gov.au, including the lower car park of The Mount Lofty electronic resources such AMATEUR Botanic Garden. as Zinio, where you can findGARDENER The dates for 2017 are 26th March, many favourite new digital 23rdApril, 28th, May, 25thJune, 23rd magazines.

July, 27thAugust, 24thSeptember, The opening hours of the 22ndOctober, and 27th November.

Mallala Library (Wednesday There are two gardens open to 10am to 12noon and Friday visit in Gawler this month as part of 3pm to 5pm) and the Wind- the South Australian Open Garden sor Depot (Sunday 10am to Scheme.

11.30am) remain the same.

Mark the dates in your diaries, March 25th & 26th.

The new opening hours Brad Slate’s garden, ‘Van der Hertz’ for the Two Wells Public at 10 Lyndoch Road, Gawler East, is Library are: a good example of using structured Tuesday – 9am to 5pm AMATEUR plants to give both height and verGARDENER Wednesday - 12noon to 7pm satility, along with a fine selection of plants and a good vegetable garden Thursday - 9am to 5pm to also see.

Friday – 9am to 5pm ‘Tooley’s ½ Acre Block’ at 42 Cheek Saturday - 9am to 11.30am Avenue, Gawler East, has a productive The Library will remain netted garden with the unusual resiclosed on Sunday and Mon- dents of quails, a lizard, and Blue Wrens.

There are also vegetables and difday fering varieties of fruit trees.

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T Autumn Joy delivers a range of colours.

The owner will be giving talks on sustainable gardening , water harvesting and the Solar PV system.

The fees are $8 per person, $6 for a Commonwealth pension card, and children under 18 are free.

Flowering in March are the Yarrows and Stone Crops.

Achilleas E (Yarrows) give flowers from Summer right through to Autumn with shades from reds through to creams and pinks.

They may become invasive but are worth the effort to keep them under control.

The flowers attract beneficial insects and the height is 30 to 60 cm, the width being 45 to 60 cm.

The flowers may be picked fresh or dried and are good for floral decorations.

The Stone Crops or Sedums, like the yarrows, prefer an open sunny spot with the added advantage of both being drought resistant.

Sedums may be grown in the ground, in a pot, or even a hanging basket.

They come in shades of yellow through to red, with Autumn Joy being a special favourite as it starts off as a gentle pale pink colouring up to a copper-red, finally browning off in winter.

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Much to see on a kayaking voyage from Port Gawler

Labor has a 50 per cent target for renewable energy by 2030 Our target will generate nearly $50 billion in new investment, create nearly 30,000 new jobs, and save households and businesses $15 billion off their power bills over the next 10 years.

In the last five years, solar PV prices have fallen by 75 per cent.

As a part of Labor’s plan, we want to see battery technology continue to improve so that electricity from solar panels can be stored in most homes and small businesses to further reduce power bills.

When Scott Morrison walked into the House of Representatives with a lump of coal, it was more than political showboating, it was a clear statement of this Liberal Government’s contempt for renewable energy.

After a decade of privatisation and disaggregation, the Australian energy market needs to be reviewed with drastic improvements made in the way it is operated.

Labor believes in cleaner, cheaper power which encourages new investment and new jobs – that’s why we’re backing renewable energy all the way.

We will keep fighting for 50 per cent renewables by 2030. It’s for the economy, it’s good for jobs and it’s good for the environment.

Recently I went kayaking with a friend of mine.

We started at the wharf at Port Gawler and paddled up the Gawler river estuarine system; kayaking through the mangroves is one of the best environments and closest I’m ever going to get to kayaking up the Amazon River.

As we paddled you could hear the many waterfalls as water flowed from the surrounding landscapes into the creek due to low tide.

It took us about 50 mins to reach the end of this estuarine system.

With the recent heavy rainfall events Gawler River still has water within the lower reaches of the river system.

This area reminded me of Lake Eyre but on a much smaller scale.

The lake was approx 3 kms in diameter.

The bird life was amazing; I haven’t seen so many birds in one location.

My friend who is an avid bird watcher told me this was the best site he has seen.

We estimated about 400 black swans and thousands of ducks and birds of various species. We tried a bit of fishing but exploring the area was the best.

This is why I believe it to be in everyone’s interest to protect these environments for our children’s future.

Pt Gawler is within the newly developed Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary (AIBS) and is a great place for fishing, boating or just taking time out to watch the birds.

A number of years ago a community group built an information bay so visitors can sit and rest and read about the ecological value and importance of this area.

Two Wells, Lewiston & Districts Landcare Group

By Mark Webb

It was distressing to see the hard work that these community groups have done, had been vandalized with a burnt out car and household rubbish dumped within this popular fishing spot.

To get to Pt Gawler there is only one way in and one way out.

That being the case I believe it would be a great idea for our councillors /authorities to investigate the opportunity of setting up some motion sensor cameras to monitor the traffic within this area.

I know this will not catch the people involved at that time but it will act as a deterrent and the images could be used by constabulary authorities to determine who is responsible.

I know I may sound like a broken record on this issue but the damage that is done to our property and to our environments costs us all.

This month there will be a number of public information sessions being held to invite people to share their views and ideas on the management plan for the (AIBS).

This is an opportunity for our communities to be involved in the future planning of the (AIBS).

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The AIBS is a unique and highly significant landscape, integral to the protection of more than 25,000 migratory shorebirds, which come here annually via the East AsianAustralasian Flyway.

These information sessions will give people who use the park, or may use it in the future, an opportunity to talk with staff face to face about how they envisage the park being used as well as view maps of the various proposed boundaries.

As a community volunteer I will be present at the Two Wells venue.

Please do your best to drop in or pass on this information to friends who may be interested.

I know when people work together we can and do make a difference.

We need to be protecting of our coastal regions for future generations.

I believe the AIBS management plan can help us achieve this.

Public Information Sessions will be held on the following dates and venues: 16 March, 1-3pm and 4-6pm - Stretton Centre, Playford, 17 March, 12-2pm - Two Wells Council Chamber and 17 March, 4-6pm - The Shed at Thompson Beach.

If you are thinking of attending one of the public information sessions please let them know by emailing DEWNR.AIBS@sa.gov.au or just drop in.

You can download more information at: - http://www.naturalresources.sa.gov. au/adelaidemtloftyranges/plants-andanimals/adelaide-bird-sanctuary (scroll down to the link for interim management statement).

This fire season has certainly been very different compared to what we are used to.

This doesn’t mean people can get complacent and forget the dangers.

Yes we have had lots of unseasonal rain which has made many areas semi-green instead of the harsh dust and stubble we are used to but the danger could still be there.

Crops are dry underneath so don’t let the green tops fool you.

Although we have been very lucky and not attended many bush fires we have however had 121 callouts to attend since July 1st 2016.

We have attended nine structure fires including homes,sheds and buildings, 12 people have thought it ok to still burn their rubbish even in a fire ban season. Remember guys, no burning off until after 30th April 2017.

Seventeen innocent people have lost their cars to fires whilst Two Wells CFS has been kept very busy attending 35 road crashes several of which have been very serious.

We urge you to drive safely, do not drink and drug drive.

Grab a ride if you’re unable to drive safely and

By Sharone Mutch please remember to stop revive and survive. Sleepy drivers die.

These are just a few of the callouts we have attended.

We are often asked to attend public events and in December 2016 Two Wells CFS along with our CFS cadets participated in the annual Two Wells Christmas Parade showing the community our trucks and our up and coming fire fighters.

Monday nights you might hear a loud siren ring out.

This is our station siren and it alerts the community of our training commencement.

It was used in the past to alert the community of all events involving the CFS. It could still be used to alert you for future disasters so please be aware.

Training is held Monday nights from 7pm at the Wells Rd station in Two Wells.

The station is always in need of new members and especially need more daytime volunteers.

If you are interested drop into the station one Monday evening.

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Two Wells Cricket Club U13 team members from left (back) coach Jason Presland, Connor Barnett, Ben Cattell, Cooper Henwood, Dylan Henwood, Jarrod Presland, Harry Robinson, (front) Daniel Daly, Alex Daly, Caleb Hagenbucher, Ryan Dimasi and Nathan Elliot.

A Grade men honour Graham Applebee The passing of Graham Applebee a few weeks ago rocked the Two Wells community.

He was a much-loved member of many clubs in and around Two Wells and to show their respect the A Grade men wore black arms bands in the home against Salisbury West.

Under 11 27th Jan: The boys had an exciting game when they hosted Salisbury North as at the end of the game no one could identify who had won until the books were recounted several times to find Two Wells lost by a run. Jacob Pellizzari top scored with 17 runs, took the opening wicket of the innings, run out one batsman and caught another.

Feb 3: Angle Vale dominated the whole game when Two Wells travelled to the sporting complex. Two Wells managed to bat out their overs to make 52 runs where Zach Cleave hit the only boundary for the innings. Angle Vale made the runs quickly and had both openers retire from bat-

Report: Devon Hardiman TWCC President ting. They finished three down for 110. Hudson Barnett, Tyler Moore and M Barber took a wicket each.

Feb 10: Match abandoned due to weather conditions Feb 17: In yet another close game against Virginia where we lost by 13 runs chasing 108, Jack Hankins took 2 for 9 and Jacob Pellizzari took 1 for 7 including a maiden. Two Wells lost 3 wickets due to run outs and Angus Spurling was the only batter to make double digits with 18 runs.

Under 13: Jan 28: Having already taken first innings points Two Wells where looking for an outright victory. Dylan Henwood got them off to a good start with 38 runs and Ryan Dimasi top scored with 63 runs to take the team total past 200. Ryan wasn't finished there as he took 5 wickets for 4 runs off 5 overs and Daniel Daly took 2 for

13. Two Wells secured a final spot with the outright win.

Feb 4: Two Wells hosted Craigmore Blue and bowled them out on the 30th over. Ryan Dimasi took 3 for 14 and Jarrod Presland had 2 scalps also. Ryan Dimasi took his recent batting performance into the following week top scoring again with 65 not out and Cooper Henwood retired on 41 runs. Two Wells finished 8 for 229 giving them another victory.

Feb 18: The game against Eastern Park started off with a bit of controversy as the boys bowled with the wrong size cricket ball so the game was restarted. Two Wells bowled Eastern Park out for 127 and are currently 4 for 36, this game could decide if the boys host a final for not.

Womens The women’s hosted Rose and Crown which ended as a drawn game after the huge downpour of rain which swept across the state the first weekend of February. Two Wells would have been chasing 199 as Rose and Crown

batted out their 32 overs losing only two wickets. The Pool sisters Rebecca and Jess combined to get the first wicket after an 107-run opening stand.

Sadly due to many illnesses and work commitments, Two Wells had to forfeit their game against Angle Vale which would have been their last for the season and A Grade, which should see them relegated back to B Grade after six seasons in A Grade.

Mens: Jan 28: The men travelled to Central United where a victory should have been an easy task.

Having bowled the home side for 111 with Rhett Mundy taking 4 for 7 and Corey Carter 3 for 36, Two Wells only lost their first wicket for 55 runs so the task was up to the middle order to see them through. Not sure wherever it was the bowling pressure or the typical Two Wells collapse but we were bowled out for 101, not our worse batting performance but up there.

Lachlan Goss top scored with 37 and Will Hart chipped in with 23.

Feb 4: With a rained shorted first day at Salisbury North, Two Wells had the host 5 for 134 off 49 overs however due to rules the remainder of the overs was spilt so Salisbury North butchered another 80 runs off 10 overs the second week to complete their innings on 222 for 8 wickets down. Steve Lynch (2 for 6), Lachlan Goss (2 for 83) and Travis Wake (2 for 59) were the main wicket takers. Lachlan Goss top scored with 14 and Rhett Mundy with 13 to have Two Wells all out for 54 runs off 36 overs. In my eyes Salisbury North missed a huge opportunity to claim an outright win choosing to bat again insteadofthrowingawoundedTwo Wells back into bat. Caleb Edmead managed 4 for 39 during the second innings, which saw Steve Lynch dislocate his shoulder going for an outfield catch.

Feb 18: Travis Wake turned back the clock to be the leading wicket taker for the game with 4 for 25 against Salisbury West at home. Salisbury West all out for 108. Dylan Wise was the first

wicket out after he brought up his second fifty for the year and led the side to 105 with the loss of 4 wickets. Mathematically, Two Wells can still make the finals however need Riverside not to take a wicket or make a run in the next 2 games and still win outright, so if you are a punter and like a roughie then put some money on Two Wells to make finals.

Once again Adelaide Plains Council is hosting an outdoor cinema on the 17th of March at the Two Wells Sporting Oval, Hot chips, popcorn, lollies and drinks will be available while everyone watches Secret Life of Pets. Movie starts 8pm or when it gets dark enough to see the screen.

Finally, the Two Wells Cricket Club's presentation night is on Friday the 24th of March. The club will provide a BBQ dinner and we ask if junior and senior players can bring a dessert or salad along, 7.30pm the presentation starts and the BBQ will be ready by 6.30pm. Hope to see all members there.

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Cricket club reaping solar rewards Bec O’Brien reports: Two Wells Cricket Club is literally thanking the heavens above after receiving its most recent electricity bill.

The club installed solar panels last year and they are finally reaping the benefit, with the energy generated by the sun more than halving their summer electricity bill.

The club’s bill for the 2015 September to December period was a massive $2,906.67.

For the same period last year the bill was $562.28.

TWCC treasurer, Peter Seccafien, started looking into grants to help fund the purchase of solar panels in 2012.

“We wanted to obtain a solar power system in an attempt to bring down our operating costs,” Peter explained.

“As a cricket club, we utilise the TWFNSC clubrooms during the summer months and are responsible for all costs relating to power consumption.

“Last year alone we paid over $6500 in electricity bills.

“As the club’s treasurer I am actively looking at ways to reduce this amount and to invest a percentage of our funds into a solar energy system.

“We wanted to reduce this large on-going cost, so we can utilise this money to be spent on better equipping our club for future members.”

In the past the club had applied to various government and private bank funding streams but were not successful.

In 2016 the federal government initiated the Stronger Communities Program.

Peter sought the support and assistance of Wakefield MP, Nick Champion and was successful in obtaining a $19,000 grant.

The club also contributed $19,000 towards the solar panel project.

With the funds the club installed an 18.72 kW photovoltaic solar system, which has its own unique convert-

ers, allowing the addition of more panels if required in the future to monitor electricity generation and consumption.

“The energy savings is shared amongst both the TWCC and TWFSNC,” Peter explained.

“It’s helped reduce the costs involved with running community sporting clubs (and) this has a flow-on effect to all members, by reducing the need to increase fees,and allowing us to better utilise any fundraised money.”

The club has an $8000 credit for the purchase of

batteries to store excess energy generated by the solar panels but has been advised to wait up to 18 months before installing for technology associated with the batteries to improve.

“This should have us cost neutral in the future,” Peter said.

TWCC treasurer, Peter Seccafien, says the club has more than halved its electricity bill following the installation of solar panels last year.

Join in night owl bowling

Left: TWBC secretary Irene Giannikos with Wayne Stauwer.

Below: Enjoying a balmy evening of social bowls was Joyce Dunn, Joan Post, Brian Johnson and Dianne Bonney.

Far left: Tania Wilson of Angle Vale and Charlie Hogg are night owl regulars.

Bec O’Brien reports: Are you looking for something fun to do on a warm day-light-saving evening?

Then why not give night owl bowling a try at the Two Wells Bowls Club?

The club runs the competition through the warmer summer months every Tuesday night from around 6.30pm.

It’s an informal and relaxed session, with members on hand to help out newcomers to the game or to give tips and advice.

Flat-soled shoes are a must and it’s just $7 per week, with a snack included.

If you don’t have any bowls of your own, don’t worry, the club is happy to lend you some.

Give Irene Giannikos a call on 0417 810 029 or email twbowls@bigpond. com for more information.

Getting the golf course ready for season 2017 Two Wells Golf Members, I hope you and your families have all had a safe and Happy Xmas & New Year.

Season 2017 is fast approaching and I would like to give you a quick update on what we as a club need to do in the next month to prepare the course ready for the season to commence.

Working bees are scheduled for March 18/19 and 25/26, pop out early to assist anytime.

The 2017 season competition will start on April 1 (this is not an April Fools joke).

Weed spraying has finally been completed last week and the course cut to allow Gary to prepare the fairways and roughs including marking of fairway’s with direction of the match committee.

1. Fallen trees and branches will need to be collected and placed in the nominated piles ready for the winter burn off along with mounds around trees needing to be

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whipped and cleaned up.

Ant nests identified and treated throughout the course.

2. The scrapes will be top-dressed similar to Hamley Bridge using the same method they used which is 205 litres of sump oil with a third of it replaced with diesel and sprayed then raked up to ensure it is mixed in with the washed concrete sand.

This was their proven method and is very good as many will acknowledge when they have played there.

It offers a consistent approach to all scrapes and with the correct amount of coverage members will be pleased with the results.

This will require a team of 5-6 members to concentrate on them whilst other members work on tasks assigned by Gary.

3. The Website will be updated once I have reviewed the various programs and have them included in our program in

preparation for printing.

4. All tasks that are required to be actioned during the working bees will be placed on the whiteboard outside the clubrooms for members to view and work out what they can assist in whenever they are available before and or after the working bees.

There will be drinks provided at the working bees with some lunch and snacks at the completion of each day whilst discussion is held to plan the next day’s activities.

5. I have also asked Hamley Bridge for assistance in making two new scrappers for the club, which John Bell has confirmed he will make and have ready for the 2017 season.

New cups and sleeves will also be purchased as part of the grant funding received along with some other equipment to assist the grounds staff.

6. I will place an order for new TWGC

shirts at the bar for members to order them including some for bar stock. I hope members will support this and replace their old shirts.

7. As a committee we are looking at options for grants noting we were successful last year and missed out on another.

8. As a collective group the condition of the course and the success of the TWGC moving forward depends on the support and assistance by ALL the members to ensure the course is prepared before the season commences and naturally before each week’s competition.

9. The priority for the grounds work will be fairways cut ready for each week’s competition both Ladies and Men’s.

Scrapes prepared and the surround edges cut and sprayed to clear any excessive weed growth as you chip onto them.

Roughs will be cut however not necessarily weekly with the edges off the

fairways given one or two runs with the slasher or Toro.

If you are able to assist Gary please ring him on his mobile and or come out to the course and lend a hand. Many hands make light work.

In closing, on behalf of the committee I thank you for your help and participation in advance to ensure we are ready for the start of the 2017 season.

With the early rains the course will look good and the weeds have been sprayed which should decrease the effort but there will always be work to do.

We are also looking at replacing the old air-conditioned units with splits and also including another tractor with a front bucket to ease the burden on the course by the grounds manager.

– By Paul Shields TWGC Captain, Secretary, Handicapper

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Oliviero on target at LNGC 2017 opener Lower North Gun Club held the first shoot for 2017 on Sunday January 22 with a 100-target program.

Forty competitors travelled from clubs across South Australia including Monarto, Mallala, Southern, Barmera, International, Southern Yorke Peninsula (SYP), Wilkawatt and Alice Springs.

The first event was the 50 target Two Wells Medley.

First in AA Grade was Dino Oliviero with a score of 105/108.

Second in AA Grade was Adrian Mattschoss with 104/108.

A Grade winner was John Mitchell with 97/100 followed by Wally Clarke on 110/116.

B Grade was close with Barry Duncan taking first with a 92/100 and Bernie Greenshields second with 90/100.

Troy Johnson won C Grade with a score of 90/100 and Mike Schuman took second with 83/100.

The second event was the 50 target Two Wells Double Barrel Championship.

Overall and first in AA Grade was Dino Oliviero with a perfect score of 116/116.

Very close behind, after a shoot-off, was Trevor Shaddock with a great score of 115/116.

John Mitchell won A Grade with a 50/50 showing his great shooting ability, with Wally Clarke in second on 100/101.

B Grade was won by Luigi Ciaramellano with a score of 49/50, even with a sore shoulder, with Peter Claridge giving him some competition with a 48/50.

Troy Johnson again won C Grade with a 47/50, who probably won’t be in C Grade for much longer, and second was won by Tony Kakoschke with 43/50.

Jack Tapscott won Junior High Gun with a score of 136/150.

John Mitchell won veterans High Gun with a score of 147/150 and Overall High Gun was won by Dino Oliviero with a worthy score of 157/160.

Any enquiries please contact the president on 0411 238 391.

– By Marie Tapscott

Tom Damin is presented with a sash and prize by Hunt & Clay rep Socrates (Sox) Pilipasidis for winning 1st in A Grade in the 50t Point Score with a score of 149/150.

Jack Tapscott is presented with a sash and prize by Beretta rep Greg Chan for winning Junior in the 50t Single Barrel event with a score of 48/50.

The State Junior Team – L to R – Willis Jenkins, Lower North’s Jack Tapscott and Jack Cullinan.

The State Ladies Team – Reserves Molly Bretag and Deb McPherson, then Antonia Loizos, Tania Evans and Lower North’s Sue Byrnes who qualified first.

State championships Barry Duncan of LNGC presents the Overall High Gun award to Dino Oliviero for shooting 157/160 for the day.

Lower North Gun Club members recently competed in the State ClayTarget Shooting Championships that were held at the State Shooting Park at Virginia.

The State Championships were held over four days from February 2-4.

A large contingent of Lower North shooters set up for four days of top shooting and socialising.

While they all shot very

well, a few managed unbeatable scores and came home with prizes.

In Event 2, the 25 pair Double Rise, Lower North president, Barry Duncan won 1st in B Grade with a score of 41/50.

In Event 4, 16-year-old Jack Tapscott won the junior prize for shooting 48/50 in the 50 target Single Barrel, narrowly beating Olympic junior shooter Mitchell Illes.

In Event 5, the 50 target Double Barrel,Sue Byrnes said she liked to remind everyone now and again how well she can shoot, by winning 1st in A Grade and the Ladies prize with a score of 102/103.

Finally in Event 6, the 50 target Point Score,Tom Damin won 1st in A Grade with a fantastic score of 149/150.

After four days of shooting, the best shooters were gathered into teams to shoot-

off for the state teams that will compete inWaggaWagga, NSW in late March.

Lower North has two representatives competing in the national event.

Sue Byrnes qualified first in the ladies team and Jack Tapscott qualified second in the junior team.

Lower North wishes them the best of luck in representing our state.

– By Marie Tapscott

The junior postal team after shooting off for the State Team.

Lower North’s Jack Tapscott is third from the left. This group of teenage boys was commended by fellow shooters and spectators for their outstanding sportsmanship.

TWE&PC jumps into action The Two Wells Equestrian and Pony Club is starting the pony club season with a bang.

We have a busy few months ahead and have already hosted the Lower North Zone Showjumping Competition on February 26, and are gearing up for the club’s annual gymkhana on March 5.

March 11 and 12 is a Di Keach clinic, while April 2nd is the club’s dressage day, which is a part of the LNZ dressage circuit.

Then April 22 and 23 is the weekend of our annual One Day Event.

Once again, this event offers Pony Club, EA, Interschool and Combined Training classes.

We couldn't hold the ODE, our most significant occasion of the year, without the support of our club members, volunteers, the landowners, or without the local communities' support.

Thank you to our sponsors, some of which are the Two Wells Tavern, Two Wells IGA, Clay & Mineral Sales, Hamley Bridge Takeaway, LH Perry's Fuel, and Hennessy & Co. For more information on what’s happening at Two Wells Equestrian & Pony Club please see our website www.twepc. com, or email twepc@twepc.com.au or view our facebook page.

– By Alison Gray

BUCKLE UP ! s n u B y e Hon KEEP THE BROMANCE ALIVE.

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