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Bec, Blue a winning combo Bec O’Brien reports:

If you are heading to the Royal Adelaide Show this year, keep an eye out for Rebecca Kuss and her unique cat “Blue”.

Rebecca, of Two Wells, and “Ch Rebuss Inigio Barbara” as he’s known in the show ring, are hoping to go back-toback at this year’s event with another Supreme Pedigree Cat Exhibit accolade to add to their growing collection of mantle-piece memorabilia after taking out the title in 2017.

After last year’s success, Rebecca is quietly confident her six-year-old Short Haired Selkirk Rex cat can win the title again, even though it is only

Blue’s second year of showing.

Originating in America the Short Haired Selkirk Rex is growing in popularity here in Australia, Rebecca says, with the curly coat of the cat a big attraction.

“It’s an uncommon breed here in Australia and we’re trying to raise the profile of the breed,” she explained.

“The judges are looking for a medium to long and muscular body with good bones.

“They want a cat with a round head with a matchbox on the front for a muzzle.

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Two Wells resident, Rebecca Kuss, and her unique cat “Ch Rebuss Inigio Barbara” or Blue to his friends, will feature at this year’s Royal Adelaide Show.

Adelaide Plains Council “puts ratepayers first” saying:

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Minister for Local Government, Stephan Knoll, has praised Adelaide Plains Council’s (APC) show of support to the State Government’s rate capping legislation, after elected members voted to rescind a previous motion opposing the Liberal party’s Local Government (Rate Oversight) Amendment Bill.

Councillor Steve Jones moved the rescind motion at APC’s last month’s general meeting saying there was a lack of community consultation on the matter.

“It is quite clear people weren’t happy with our decision to support the Local

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Government Authority (LGA) in its quest for the government not to impose this rate cap,” he said to the chamber.

“We shouldn’t be engaging ourselves in political debate initiated by the LGA or their union mates.” Rate capping, or ‘The Bill’, according to the Liberals, will financially assist ratepayers by establishing a cap on rates raised by councils, making them more accountable to the

people they represent by delivering a more efficient business model.

Cr Stubing questioned the validity of the bill being able to deliver services to ratepayers if unforeseen costs arose within a council area and further borrowing was needed to address the issue.

Deputy mayor, Mel Lawrence, explained any time a council has an expenditure over and above revenue raised, it can go back to the state government and ask for a special allowance to increase the rates for up to three years.

Opposing the rescind motion, Cr

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Strudwicke said he did not have an issue with APC capping rates, but did, however, have an issue with the ‘state government capping our rates.’

“What rate capping will do, is ensure councils start to live within their means and run a much better organisation,” Cr Jones said. “There is always a level of anxiety in the community regarding rate rises.”

“I support a rate cap. I think it’s the right way to go.

“Certainly, all this rescission motion will do is put us back to where we were before in a neutral position, and I think

that’s where we should be,” Cr Jones said.

The motion to rescind was carried and notice will be given to the LGA regarding APC’s position. Mr Knoll, Minister for Transport, Infrastructure and Local Government, who has been advocating for rate capping legislation, was pleased with the position taken by APC. “It’s very welcome news Adelaide Plains Council (APC) has shown some leadership and listened to its community who overwhelmingly support capping council rates,” he said. “I’d hope other councils follow the APC’s lead and put ratepayers first.”

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Two Wells has a new police officer in local, Joshua Silvy.

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regular face at the BP service station and Lange Auto where he worked before becoming a police officer.

“I think that we have a great community here,” he said.

“My passion is for the community and keeping it safe and I’m keen to preserve what we have.

“Neighbours look out for each other and that’s important.”

Officer in charge of Two Wells Police Station, Grant Devlin, says Joshua has been a welcome addition to the policing team for the area.

“It is great to have Josh here, we had been without a police officer for three months and it will be a welcome return to be at full strength,” he said.

“Josh will be an asset to our polic- Officer in charge Two Wells Police Station, Grant Devlin, left welcomes senior constable Joshua Silvy to the local team. ing requirements.”

FAIBS update

By Friends of FAIBS secretary Anna Woods A small but enthusiastic group from Friends of the Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary (FAIBS) joined Ranger Tammy on Sunday August 19 to make some improvements to the foreshore environment along the Pt Gawler shoreline.

Tasks included installing some new signs, repairing fences, retrieving errant tree guards and collecting more of that seemingly inevitable rubbish.

It also happened that we were witnesses to a compliance action when two motorcyclists were heavily fined for disregarding the signs indicating that vehicles are prohibited from travelling along the beach there.

These signs are there to support the restoration of foreshore habitat and to protect the roosting and feeding sites of the birds dwelling in this fragile environment.

Hopefully word about this will spread exponentially, it being especially important as the time for the return of migratory birds and summer nesting of others draws near.

Of course our birders were on the lookout for dry land and wading treats, both on the journey to and from, as well as on site.

Jenkin calls on APC for horse float resolution Natalie Centenera reports:

FAIBS members Maree Merchant, Ranger Tammy Leggett, Ian Forsyth, Michael Weir and Helen Macilwain erecting a sign at Pt Gawler recently.

Among the recorded pleasures were the Singing Honeyeater, Adelaide Rosella, Red-rumped Parrot, Red-necked Avocet, Australian White Ibis, Curlew Sandpiper, Rednecked Stint, Grey Butcher Bird, and Little Egrets.

Our September activity will be on Sunday September 16 starting at 9.30am to 12 noon, meeting at the Middle Beach Education Centre.

It will be a Plant identification workshop led by Samphire Ecologist Joan Gibbs.

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Port Parham resident, Alvin Jenkin, has called on Adelaide Plains Council (APC) to resolve the issue of finding a permanent horse float parking area before the summer months bring increased horse activity.

APC moved to go out to public consultation on the matter in March, and have yet to implement a solution to the matter.

Mr Jenkin spoke during the open forum section of APC’s general meeting last month saying residents have no objections to the presence of properly managed horses on the beach, the issue remains with the parking of floats and the proper management of such an area.

He objected to respondents to the public consultation in support of retaining the current temporary area saying they are not local residents, “nor are they even residents in the Adelaide Plains Council area and they do not contribute to the provision and maintenance of facilities in the area”.

“Council should not be landed with the costs for this facility,” he said.

Mr Jenkin suggested funding could be pursued with Horses SA and various user clubs to establish a permanent area.

The temporary horse float parking area has been a contentious issue for some time in Port Parham, a public meeting was held for horse users and community members in March 2015 where about 80 people attended.

After grievances were aired, it was agreed by the majority that a temporary horse float parking area would be established on Main Street, between the Esplanade and East terrace, until a permanent area was established, the ideal location being on community land at the corner of North Parham Road and the Esplanade, opposite the campground.

Mr Jenkin also believes the status of proposed parking areas, whether they be community land under council management or State Government controlled under the Department of Environment and Water, needs to be investigated.

APC CEO, James Miller, assured Mr Jenkin the council had begun the process of reviewing alternative locations, and would hold discussions with the Department of Environment and Water, as well as organise a site visit to Port Parham to look at alternative sites.

“The problem isn’t the riding on the beach, it’s the parking on the beachfront,” Robert Veitch, APC’s General Manager for Development and Community, said.

Mr Veitch said Mr Jenkin rightly pointed out the different climate there now with Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary (AIBS) caring for land around Parham, with council however, retaining control of the beachfront.

Once council has organised a meeting with representatives from the AIBS a site visit will be conducted and movement regarding a permanent location for horse-float parking can begin.

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Bec O’Brien reports: Scouts’ honour, the Two Wells Scout Group needs to be relocated.

After years of selling chocolates, running sausage sizzles and holding stalls at the local street parade to raise funds for a new building, the group has pleaded in person with Adelaide Plains Council to help them relocate as conditions at the decades-old hall become unbearable.

Giving a deputation to councillors the August 20 meeting, was 14 year old Scout member, Chloe Sharpe, who has been a Scout since she was six.

Chloe presented to the chamber with a strength, clarity and confidence beyond her years, saying conditions at the current Scout hall on Wells Road, Two Wells were intolerable.

“The Two Wells Scout Group provides a community of kids with similar interests from a wide range of backgrounds a safe and supportive place to be,” she stated.

“Many friendships are formed that last for life.

“It is open to girls and boys aged six to fifteen, who venture outside into the wilderness and put into practice the many things they learn.”

Two Wells Scout member, Chloe Sharpe, outside the current Scout facility in Two Wells. The group is pushing for relocation and a new building within the township.

The Scout group has been housed at many different locations, notably the Two Wells Institute, the old Port Gawler council chambers in Two Wells, and has been in it’s currently location – on the site of the town’s original primary school for over 30 years.

“Eight months ago, the Chief Commissioner of

Scouts for South Australia visited our hall, of which he commented was ‘appalling’ and the worst Scout hall he had ever seen.

“Being that the maximum capacity of youth is almost achieved at the group, paired with the impending arrival of many more families thanks to Liberty, Eden, and other developments, we require a

larger area to run a comfortable scout evening.”

Chloe highlighted some of the conditions members had to endure including hazardous and uneven asphalt outside, vehicle activity in the direct vicinity, a lack of storage, no air conditioning or heating, and importantly, no toilets.

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Alex ninja warrior Bec O’Brien reports:

You may recognise this guy from the most recent season of Australian Ninja Warrior, which wrapped up on our screens last month.

He is former Two Wells resident Alex Bigg (AKA Bigg Ninja).

“Bigg Ninja” didn’t quite make it to the end of the tough stage two grand final course but the crowd favourite certainly didn’t disappoint with his efforts,finishing third overall.

After taking part in the inaugural season of Australian Ninja Warrior where he bowed out in the early stages of filming, Bigg said he was motivated to come back fitter and stronger and do better.

“I went in very over-confident in the first season,” Bigg said.

“I watched it on television and thought it was going to be super easy, but it wasn’t, I didn’t even make the live shows.

“I was really disappointed in how I went in season one and that was my motivation for season two.

“I went hard into training from

there.”

An airforce avionics technician, Bigg, 32, built his own ninja-like course in the shed of his Two Wells home complete with a peg board, salmon ladder, monkey bars, rock wall and hanging holds.

He started training with other South Australian contestants and his occupation afforded him the chance to train regularly, with weight training an hour a day combined with specific ninja obstacle training three times a week for up to two hours.

On top of this he would also take part in team training once or twice a week with other keen ninjas.

“My training methods are very old school,” Bigg explained.

“I love climbing everything.”

A former competitive gymnast, Bigg has also been a keen skateboarder for the past 15 years and more recently, a parkour participant.

But not even his gymnastic skills could save him from obstacle six, the floating board.

With wife Amy and young son, Arlo, lending support from the sidelines, Bigg crashed out but said

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he’ll be back next year.

Despite his third placing he’ll have to go through the extensive application process along with everyone else.

For season two of the show, Bigg said around 20,000 people applied, which was drastically cut to just 600, who went to face-to-face interviews and an intense fitness test.

A further cut saw 300 go to the island for the show, with only 90 of the participants making it to the live shows.

The island is Cockatoo Island in Darling Harbour, Sydney.

“I’ll got for it next year for sure,” he said.

And if you’ve been inspired and are thinking of applying for the show, Bigg said “go for it”.

“Get out and give it a crack,” he said.

“There’s no restrictions on doing it.

“It’s a lot of fun.”

Now based in Canberra, Bigg hasn’t ruled out a return to the Adelaide Plains once his three year term is up, but in the meantime, keep an eye out for him in season three of Australian Ninja Warrior.

lighted two potential new locations; the current council dog park on Wells Road and the vacant land behind the bowling club.

“Our Scout Group has vigorously participated in fundraising for a new hall for several years, the same amount of time we have anticipated a new and improved location,” Chloe said.

“With this project, we hold the full support of Scouts SA Headquarters, who have provided us with possible plans for a new hall which feature interior bathrooms, meeting spaces and adequate storage for our Scouting equipment.

“They are prepared to provide the group with grants and funding as soon as a location is finalised.

“The APC future planning has confirmed the existing site facing the main road in the township is not an ideal site for a Scout Group and is therefore unable to grant a long term lease,” Mr Fergusson said.

“This restricts the groups’ and Scout SA’s ability to secure large grants to rebuild a new Scout hall.

Councillors agreed to “instruct the Chief Executive Officer to liaise with the community for the relocation of the scout hall in Two Wells”.

A new dog park and outdoor fitness trail was recently created at Clonlea Reserve, Gawler, the first of its kind for the Gawler community. The Town of Gawler mayor, Karen Redman, said the initiative was an exciting step towards providing new facilities.

“The dog park has some great facilities including a drinking fountain with tilt dog bowl, feature logs, grassed mounds and separate puppy/small dog areas,” Ms Redman said.

The fitness trail provides fitness equipment along one of the trails and ends with a new shade area that provides seating and bbq facilities adjacent the dog park. The formal opening is 11am, Sunday September 9.

Lots of benefits exhibiting pets • From page 1 Showing and breeding cats for almost two decades, Rebecca, says the Shorthaired Selkirk Rex cat is popular especially among men for its size and personality.

“Men like them, they’re got a very loud personality but they don’t make much actual noise.”

For anyone looking to start showing cats, Rebecca says there are many benefits, especially for children.

“Whether that’s goats, sheep, cattle, dogs or cats, showing gives them some confidence and helps them to have respect for animals and other people.

“Showing is also a great way to encourage responsible pet ownership.”

Rebecca and “Blue” will be at the Pet Pavilion throughout the Royal Adelaide Show, so why not drop in and say hi if you get the chance?

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echo 4 2018 Council Elections Statewide council elections are being held in November this year. Here the Echo takes a quick look at the current Adelaide Plains & Playford Councils representatives and what they hope to achieve if re-elected. would be to, “establish a vision for the future family and recreational activities.

Clint Marsh Current APC representatives… development of the Adelaide Plains”.

With a strong background in public adLocal Angle Vale activJoe Daniele Joe has been a councillor for the Two Wells ward for more than 40 years having first being elected in 1975, and is putting his hand up yet again at this year’s council election in November.

Throughout those decades Joe has seen a lot of things grow, develop and change within the district and if re-elected hopes to see a move of the Adelaide Plains Council’s principal office from Mallala to Two Wells.

“That is where the population is,” he said “It makes sense for the main office to be in Two Wells and to build a new office will cost a lot more the longer we leave it.”

Joe is also passionate about cleaning up the Gawler River to prevent future flooding, saying it is long overdue.

Carmine Da Troia Carmine is a current Lewiston ward councillor who has been a resident in the area for more than 18 years.

Carmine relishes the unique lifestyle the region provides.

“I’m passionate about preserving Lewiston’s unique lifestyle. The dog, cat, horse husbandry zone is important. Also, I would like to keep rates down and build a people-friendly council, helping residents and business to thrive.”

One of his priorities if re-elected will be to address the long-standing road drainage issues prevalent in Lewiston.

“I’d also help the council build a faster, simpler planning approval process,” he said.

Margherita Panella Margherita is the newest member of the Adelaide Plains Council and is nominating for the ward of Lewiston at the upcoming council elections. Margherita has only been in the role since October 2017 and believes she has a lot more to give to ratepayers and the council area.

“My three top priorities if I am re-elected are improving services to ratepayers, for example roads and aged services; focussing on economic and business development in APC area (for) schools and retail development; and ensuing there is adequate drainage and flooding preventions in place for ratepayers.”

Eddie Stubing Eddie is a passionate community-minded person. If re-elected he hopes to continue building development across the region.

“There is so much opportunity for the Adelaide Plains, with the Hickinbotham development, the Lutheran school, the NAIS, the bird sanctuary, and the list goes on,” he said.

“My attitude is that if we go well at development in Two Wells, that will affect overall development in the council area and have a positive flow-on effect.”

“I would be grateful to be given the opportunity to serve the community for another term.”

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Mel Lawrence Current APC deputy mayor Mel Lawrence is nominating for the position of mayor at this year’s council elections.

Marcus Strudwicke Marcus has a long association with the people of the Plains, having served on numerous council and community committees.

A current Mallala/Dublin ward councillor, if re-elected he would like to see a stronger commitment in the chamber to council’s asset management plans, to ensure roads, buildings and other facilities are properly funded/maintained.

“Failure to adequately fund maintenance on infrastructure such as our road network is a false economy, and costs us more in the long run.

Improving efficiencies across the organisation must continue as a key priority for the coming term,” he said.

“Our ratepayers are looking for actions that will ease the rate burden, and the ongoing challenge will be to achieve better financial outcomes while maintaining and improving service delivery standards.”

Terry Keen Terry has been serving the residents of the Mallala/ Dublin ward for many years.

If re-elected, Terry would continue to pursue a better deal with regards to the GRFMA for ratepayers and seek ongoing protection from flooding.

Pushing an economic drive is also a priority.

“We won’t go forward unless there are jobs out here and people can get an income,” she said.

“I want to promote economic development in the Adelaide Plains Council area and make the area a destination for business. We’ve got to start working smarter and be more diligent when spending ratepayers money,” she said.

Steve Jones Steve is a long serving councillor in the APC ward of Mallala/Dublin. Steve’s priorities include equity and fairness with regards to dealings with the GRFMA, financial stability and ensuring greater transparency and accountability.

“Ensuring equity and fairness for APC ratepayers and property owners in dealings with GRFMA on all aspects of flood mitigation including impacts and cost implications of the proposed Northern Floodway construction on APC side Gawler River (is important),” he said.

“Continuing to focus on cost effectiveness, efficiencies and improvements in council operations as well as ensuring greater transparency and accountability of council’s decision making process and resolutions being more informed through increased community consultation and awareness.”

Tony Flaherty Current APC mayor,Tony Flaherty has a long local government history, having served on many council committees and as mayor for the former District Council of Mallala in the past.Tony is nominating for the role of mayor with the Adelaide Plains Council at the upcoming elections.

ist, Clint Marsh, will nominate for the upcoming local government elections, for Playford Council, Ward One. Clint says he has been directly involved with and worked alongside the community for over 12 years through volunteering with emergency organisations and resident associations.

“I will continue to be a part of them. I want to achieve improvements to road safety for motorists and people. I want to be one of three, Ward 1 councillors who unite and have a strong voice for the rural community.

“I want to see the lack of basic infrastructure brought to the table and significant funding allocated to areas that have been abandoned, ignored or postponed.”

Goy Leek Goy is nominating for Playford council, Ward One. He has put together a Facebook page with information about himself and what he hopes to achieve if elected to council. The following information is available on his page.

“My passion for engaging with local community at the local government level has begun.

I have nominated to be a candidate because I am passionate about our district and the vibrant community it has become.

I have called Playford my home with my family for several years now and can only give back by serving on the council to better advance the aspirations of our esteemed population.

If elected, I will devote my focus on bettering the lives of our local community by ensuring that their interests are dealt with efficiently.

With renewed and synergetic thinking, efficient approaches to issues can see our great city progressively prosper. If elected, I will strongly advocate for small businesses growth, limiting bureaucracy and red tape, advocacy towards job creation in the district, environmental management and consciousness, lower or commensurable council rates.

I will support seniors and families, better roads and infrastructure that reflects our growing metropolis and population, youth and sport initiatives, neighbourhood watch and safety.”

John Lush nominee John has lived at Mallala for 51 years and runs a successful farming business with his wife Marjorie, son Paul and grandson Nicholas.

John has represented grain growers as president of the Grains Council of Australia and as president of the South Australian Farmers Federation for the farmers of South Australia.

Having served as a board member on 29 companies, John has business experience and planning skills that he says he will bring to the council. At a local level, John has chaired the Mallala Agricultural Bureau, the Adelaide Plains Ratepayers and Residents Association and served as a councillor on the District Council of Mallala. He is also a member of the Mallala and Districts Lions Club.

John recently initiated the Two Wells Food Festival and the concept for the Adelaide Plains Business Council that is being developed

by APC, saying business development is his speciality.

John said his top priorities as a councillor

“To streamline development approval process, making the area more attractive for businesses to establish themselves,” he said.

“And to encourage a cooperative approach between ratepayers.”

Liam Goodrich Liam is nominating for Playford council, Ward One. He also has a Facebook page about himself: “I have lived in the northern suburbs of Adelaide all my life and have contributed a great deal to the local community of Playford over the last five years through the many projects of not for profit organisations within Playford to benefit the livelihood of our young people and advancing developments such as the Playford Alive Project. I am extremely passionate to seeing a real change in our local area through promoting and establishing a safer and an employable community.”

A short-term promise for just short-term benefit is not the key to benefiting a growing area. I want long term outcomes to advance our community.”

If elected Liam states he will be committed to working towards easier access to local services by providing input for upcoming developments such as the Playford Alive Project and the CBD of the North Project; promotion of employment services and workshops through working alongside local schools and the use of further forums so council can start buckling down on the high unemployment rate within the Playford area; more leadership opportunities for young people by encouraging involvement in projects; advocate and act on issues important to the community, including an upgrade to Curtis Road, the Womma Road and Stebonheath Road intersection, and the Curtis Road and Heaslip Road intersection.

Peter Rentoulis Peter, currently a Playford Councillor for Ward One, is renominating for the upcoming local government elections bringing experience and a continued enthusiasm to serve his community.

Peter outlined his top three priorities that he will focus on if re-elected.

These include: A return to council’s core business of rates, roads and rubbish; equitable and value for money share of services right across the City of Playford; and ensuring wherever possible that rates do not exceed CPI and that council’s long-term financial outlook is positive by turning over future surpluses and reducing debt.

“The community expects the council to live within its means,” Mr Rentoulis said.

“It is crucial that we deliver more efficient services and cut out wastage so that we minimise the size of future rate rises.”

Two Wells resident Kay Boon will be seeking election as a councillor for Two Wells Ward at the Adelaide Plains council election in November.

ministration, advocacy and management, she believes her experience and local knowledge provide ideal skills to serve the community where she has lived all her adult life.

For much of her career, Kay worked in politics as an electorate officer helping people deal with problems with government departments at all levels, including council.

“It didn’t matter whether my employer was a state or federal MP, if the constituent had a problem with their local council, we helped them,” Kay said.

A lifelong horse owner, rider, breeder and competitor, Kay still enjoys riding an Arabian gelding she bred.

She served many years on different equestrian committees, the most recent being the state Horse Industry Advisory Group until it was disbanded by the state government in 2014.

An active performer in Two Wells Melodrama Group, Kay is also a life member.

In 2009 Kay and her late husband Mark Boon were named joint Citizens of the Year for the former Mallala Council, in recognition of their community service through the Melodrama.

After a long career in politics, Kay moved to the charity sector to become state manager of Riding for the Disabled SA, a position she held for more than 10 years.

She subsequently worked part-time for the CFS Foundation until 2017 to spend more time with her husband, who unfortunately passed away last September.

Kay believes her background, combined with her passion for the district, would be of value to her area, as well as the broader Adelaide Plains council area, and beyond.

Mark Wasley Former District Council of Mallala councillor, Mark Wasley, is nominating for the position of Mayor at the upcoming council elections for Adelaide Plains Council.

Mr Wasley, an avid community supporter and keen yachtsman says he is interested in people and their ideas.

“Living on the Adelaide Plains is about community, teamwork and opportunity which I strongly believe in,” he said.

“If the community elect me as their mayor I will do my best to maintain an environment amongst councillors to enhance their abilities to make informed and sound decisions.

“I would ensure the business of council is dealt with in a professional and timely manner, also providing support to newly elected councillors.

“I look forward to meeting with the community and giving accurate information on the facts.

“The principles of honesty and fairness generates community trust and confidence in the council and I hope to have a good working relationship with the CEO and staff.”

“Your towns, your mayor; make your vote count.”

Mark Wasley can be contacted via email at mwasley2018@gmail.com.

Kay Boon Two Wells resident Kay Boon will be seeking election as a councillor for Two Wells Ward at the Adelaide Plains council election in November.

Known to many as Kay Milton, she has been active in community service, through work,

Nominations for council open on Wednesday September 4 and close on Tuesday, September 18.

If an election is needed, ballot papers will be mailed to all eligible voters from October 22 and must be returned by mail by 5pm on Friday November 9.

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echo 5 Shaun Reardon Shaun Reardon has stepped down as president of the Angle Vale and Districts Residents Association in order to nominate in the upcoming local government elections as a Playford Councillor. Taking his place as president will be Sonia Briggs.

Shaun has been busy representing the Angle Vale district for a number of years and is a wellrespected gentleman of the community.

Taking on the role of president of the Association came about after the Angle Vale community voiced dissatisfaction with small housing block sizes proposed for a new development back in 2016. Sensing an opportunity to bring the town together to collectively work towards common goals, the Angle Vale and Districts Residents Association was formed,with Shaun taking the helm.

“During the last three years I have been involved in trying to change a number of decisions that have been passed on down from various levels of government,” Shaun said on his facebook page.

“I want to now take a more proactive role in the making of some of these decisions to help the community.”

Some of the decisions he identified included the securing of council agreement to install footpaths on Angle Vale Road, negotiating a reduced timeframe for the temporary closure of Heaslip Rd at the end of 2017, and saving hundreds of dollars a year, and local growers thousands of dollars, after council voted against the proposed rate review policy following the campaign the Association lead.

Shaun has identified five areas that,if successful, he will focus on as councillor; stormwater and flooding, development and planning, infrastructure, and council rates.

He has also pledged to work closely with current Playford councillor, Peter Rentoulis.

“Peter and I share a passion for this community and we believe that it’s time that ratepayers in Ward 1 received their fair share,” he said.

Have Your SAy Have you heard about the new Landscape South Australia Act ?

The South Australian Government is in the process of reforming the natural resources management system, including repealing the current NRM Act and replacing it with a piece of legislation called Landscape SA. The changes will result in the abolishment of the Adelaide and Mount Lofty Ranges Natural Resources Management Board, and the replacement of current NRM boards with nine new Landscape boards and Green Adelaide (dealing with NRM issues in metropolitan Adelaide).

The reform aims to result in much simpler, efficient and flexible legislation that will improve the way the state sustains, conserves and revitalises natural resources in South Australia.

It focuses on getting back to basics by increasing community control to look after their own natural resources, with the ability to respond quickly and efficiently.

Interested people are invited to have their say about the State Government’s proposed reforms on Natural Resource Management:

1. Register: Register on the “yourSAy” website, open the “We’re changing NRM in South Australia” engagement link 2. Have a read 3. Provide feedback by 5:00pm Monday 15 October, 2018, by responding to the 21 questions in the Discussion Paper and/or providing general comment by: • Submitting your comments via the YourSAy On-line Discussion Forum • Emailing: LandscapeReform@sa.gov.au • Posting comments to: The Independent Facilitator, GPO Box 1047, Adelaide, SA, 5001

Whether you are a commercial, semicommercial, or non-commercial farmer, an urban or rural resident, you are strongly encouraged to share your thoughts on the future of the region .

Frank Maiolo Two Wells-based flower grower, Frank Maiolo, has been involved in the community for most of his life and is nominating for the ward of Two Wells at the upcoming council elections.

As a child he helped his dad with his market garden business where they grew and sold tomatoes and cucumbers, and then later, as a family-man himself,he established a successful cut flower growing and wholesale business with his wife Anna.

Frank says he has the community at heart, played football for Two Wells in the past, helped raise money for the local RSL and has also donated funds towards the Two Wells cemetery project.

An electrician by trade, Frank is a board member of Hortex, which assists vegetable growers across the state, and has been vice-president of the Adelaide Produce Market Growers Association in the past.

“If I get elected I will take on the responsibility to listen to the community with respect and take upon their ideas,” he said.

“I’d like to see the township ofTwo Wells move forward with new developments, government facilities and emergency services.

“We need more subdivision so there’s more revenue for the council.

“Lifting the face of the townships with more maintenance is also important.”

Frank believes the council over the past year or so has really turned itself around and become a better organisation.

He says he’d like to see more growth in the area to help create job opportunities and attract new business to the region but is also mindful of maintaining the appeal of the 2.5-acre block.

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Paul Cavallaro enjoying a science activity with his children, from left, Siena, Antony, Valentina, Ella and Natalia.

Ben and Cody helping out at the Scott Feltus and young Max looking at the bones of a whale.

Lego League station.

Science, the key to family fun Two Wells Primary School’s family science night onWednesday August 15 was a big hit with students, staff and extended families.

Celebrating national science week, the evening consisted of a variety of hands-on science-based

activities including making the ever-popular slime, constructing straw rockets, soldering circuit boards, and watching the school’s robotic arm in action.

There was also an exciting presentation by the Mobile Science Show, a Space Mission presentation, a

Lego League demonstration, laser cutting display and 3D printing on offer.

Over in the science room the school’s array of lizards, aquatic animals and pythons were on show too as was a variety of bones, skeletons, rocks and feathers.

Taking part in a free virtual reality after school activity for Science Week at the Adelaide Plains Library in Two Wells last month was, from left, Ruby Zadow, Charlene Boyles, Jess McGaffin (workshop facilitator), April Hembury and Blade Hallett. The library regularly holds free school holiday activities for kids.

APC Facebook bound A d el a i d e P l a i n s Council has launched its very first social media page, the Adelaide Plains Library Facebook page.

The Facebook page was launched on Tuesday August 28, with the first post promoting the array of art works being displayed at the Adelaide Plains Library in Two Wells as part of a South Austral-

ian Living Artists (SALA) exhibition.

APC CEO Jame Miller says the Facebook platform will provide an alternate means of updating the community in relation to library events and programs for a six month pilot program.

“The Facebook community will be updated with posts relating to Ade-

laide Plains Council Library and community services, including the promotion of adult programs, such as the Tech Savvy for Seniors Digital Training, children’s programs including the ever popular school holiday sessions, operating hours and special features such as the posting of local historical photographs,” Mr Miller said.

National Tree Day Sunday July 29 was National Tree Day; Australia’s largest community planting and nature protection event.

It encourages Australian’s to get outside and help make nature a part of our everyday lives — and that is exactly what the community did at Thompson Beach.

Sixteen volunteers met along Ruskin Rd to plant 500 native plants along old vehicle tracks in the sand.

The planting aimed to enhance and care for the coastal dune systems, provide habitat for native animals and remove the old tracks from the landscape.

Everyone enjoyed working together to get the plants in the ground and guarded on a sunny winter morning.

After the task was completed everyone had morning tea together before heading their separate ways to bird watch or walk along the beach before heading home.

This event was funded by Natural Touch Davies and Hom So Resources Adelaide Mt Lofty Ranges planting at Thompson Beach and supported by Adelaide Plains in July.

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Send or amend your free community announcements at news@twowellsecho.com.au THE ADELAIDE PLAINS RATEPAYERS Equestrian & Pony club & RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION INC The Adelaide Plains Equestrian club holds

APRRA Public Meetings is on September riding and horse-related events on the

25 at the Port Parham Sports and 4th Sunday of each month. Riders of all Social Club at 7.30pm. Contact Marg ages and abilities welcome. Visit the club’s Slater on 0408 087 529 for enquiries. website at www.freeteams.com/APEC and check out what’s coming up or for more alcoholics anonymous information contact Sam on 0408 455 677.

Alcoholics Anonymous, Meets kennel & obedience club every Thursday evening in Two Wells, Commencing at 8pm in the Hall at St. ADELAIDE Plains Kennel & Obedience Pauls Anglican Church Old Port Wakefield Club, Training Wednesday evenings, Road, Anyone who thinks they may have a Beginners, Grades 1 & 2 - 7pm, Grades problem with alcohol is welcome to attend. 3, 4 & 5 - 7.40pm, Conformation 7.40pm.

All breeds & people welcome. If you basketball have a problem come & see us. Contact Two Rivers Basketball Association, Josie on 8524 3499 for more info.

Angle Vale Primary School, PO Box 455 landcare Two Wells SA 5501. Basketball Coaching Landcare Two Wells, Lewiston & Clinic from 5pm, Games commence from 5.30pm, 12 & Under, 15 & under, Districts Land Care Group, Monthly Activities. learn basketball in a friendly family Land Care is bigger than your back yard. atmosphere. Contact Paul on 0414 248 732. Pat. 0419 860 981, Sharon. 0412 345 852.

Children’s centre

Lions Club Angle Vale

27a Gawler Road, Two Wells. Communitybased, fully accredited. Childcare for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years, Monday to Friday 7am - 6pm. Full time/ part time/casual care, before and after Kindy care, vacation care for school-aged children. Dept of Education Preschool and Pre-Entry. Qualified, caring staff.

Educational, developmental programmes, and Special Needs services available.

Nutritious, fresh meals. Children are too precious for profit! Visit www.twowellskgn. sa.edu.au or phone 8520 2358.

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.

Two Wells Community Children’s Centre, The Lions club of Angle Vale holds their

Church times Anglican Church Services St Peter’s Mallala 1st Sunday of the month 10am September 2 10am Ocotober 7 Nita Noble - 8527 2303.

St Paul’s Two Wells 10am September 9, 16, 23 & 30 10am October 14, 21 & 28 Di Meaney - 0427 616 301 Priest: Fr Bart O’Donovan - Ph: 7510 1148 Virginia Catholic Parish. Mass times: St Joseph’s Two Wells:

• Thursday 6.30pm,

• Sunday 8.30am Our Lady of he Assumption Virginia

• Sunday 10.00am Parish Priest - Fr Pham Anh Hao. Ph 8380 9029.

Windsor Christian Church - Sunday evening 5pm - 7pm, Windsor Institute Hall.

Phone 0427 572 237.

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, for all bookings ph:

8527 0200. Jasmin Daniele still acts as volunteer bus liason, however all places/ enquiries are now through Council.

Community Library

Public Library, 61 Old Port Wakefield Rd,

Lions Club Two Well

Two Wells Lions Club meets on the 1st Tuesday of the month at the Two Wells Catholic Church . Contact president Ian Gameau or secretary 0417 801 1178 or twowellslionsinc@ gmail.com for more information.

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 Men’s Shed

Mallala & district men’s shed inc. Are

open weds 9 till 12, Sunday 9 till 1pm, other times by agreement. Get involved in projects or just a coffee and a talk. Conference room available by request. Contact Norm Dicks 0428 559 787 or just turn up.

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

Neighbourhood

Watch meeting is held bi-monthly on second Tuesday of the month (except December or January) at 7.30pm in the Two Wells Community RSL, Main Street of Two Wells. For more information contact Anne Porter on 8524 3382 or Maria Aunger 8520 2328.

The

Suicide Prevention Network

Suicide Prevention Network is established to raise awareness, increase compassionate conversation and break down stigma associated with suicide. The group meet at 6.30pm on the 1st Tuesday of each month in the Mallala Men’s Shed. The meeting commences at 7pm with light refreshments provided. Everyone welcome. Contact Norm Dicks 0428 559 787 for more information

Two Wells. Open: Tuesday 9am to 5pm, Time Out Craft Group Wednesday 12noon to 7pm, Thursday & Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturday 9am to 11.30am. Time Out Craft Group at Two Wells. Meet Phone: 8520 2100. library@apc.sa.gov.au. Wednesdays fortnightly, from 10am to

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12noon Hart Memorial Hall, Two Wells.

Two Wells Playgroup September 5 & 19. October 3, 17 & Two Wells Playgroup is held during school 31. Contact Di Meaney 0427 616 301. 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 TWo wells or drop into the school on a Tuesday BOWLING CLUB morning and see what all the fun is about.

Whether you are new to lawn bowls or are Two Wells Probus Club a seasoned player why not consider joining The Combined Probus Club of Two Wells the Two Wells Club? We field Pennant teams Inc. Meetings are held in the Two Wells on Thursday for women (match times fit in with school drop off and pick-up) Wednesday Bowling Club on the 4th Monday of the month is Men’s day and Saturday is Open Gender. from 10am. Come along and hear our guest speakers and enjoy some companionship.

Social bowls Tuesday evenings October Contact. Judith Lamont 8380 9140.

– December & January /February, this is Two Wells Red Cross all about having fun whilst enjoying good company and getting out in the open air. Why Two Wells Red Cross meets on the first not get a group of friends to come along with Tuesday of every month at the Catholic you? If you haven’t played lawn bowls before Church Hall, Two Wells at 1.30pm. All there will be someone available to show you are welcome. Contact Jasmin Daniele how to play. We will provide the bowls, $5 per on 8520 2233 for further information. player. Contact Irene Giannikos P:0417 810 029. The Clubrooms at Old Pt Wakefield Road Two Wells scouts Cubs & Joeys are available for hire and have bar facilities. Two Wells Scout Group. Cubs: 6.30pm - 8pm (Tuesdays) Scouts: 6.30pm Two Wells 8.30pm(Thursday) Joeys: 6.30pm - 7.30pm Community centre (Monday) Contact the Group Leader, Ford.

0409 202 445.

TWO Wells Community Centre, Available Roger for hire for weddings, special occasions, Two Wells RSL seminars, conventions. Seats up to 200, The Two Wells RSL has new opening and large kitchen & bar, Contact Jo Spurling 0401 356 598 for more information. office hours until further notice: Tuesdays: 0930 hrs till 12.00 noon approx. Friday Two Wells CWA evening meals: Served at 1835 hrs. approx.

CWA Wells Girls is the newly formed 1st and 3rd of each Month ONLY. Friday Two Wells branch of the South Australian office Hours on these days: 1300 hrs till Country Women’s Association (SACWA) 1800 hrs ONLY. Office only on, 2nd and which welcomes women of all ages and 4th Fridays: 1400 hrs till 1700 hrs approx. backgrounds, and provides an opportunity to For all further enquiries contact Two Wells socialise, form new friendships, share skills RSL secretary John Allen on ‭0411 894 245‬. and knowledge, and opportunities to support Two Wells Regional Action Team your local community. Meetings are held on Meetings are at 7.30 pm on the 3rd the 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Two Wells Wednesday of each month - in Two Wells Bowling Club at 7pm, new and interested Catholic Church Hall. Contact Caroline members are welcome to come along.

Scutcheon 0417 801 178 for more info.

Find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/ Two Wells United Kids CWAWellsGirls/ or email CWA_WellsGirls@ hotmail.com for more information. Two Wells United Kids is a fun Christianbased group open to children aged 7 years Two Wells Blue Light old to Year 7 held every Thursday afternoon Two Wells Blue Light held 5 times a from 4.30pm - 5.30pm at the Two Wells year. For ages 8 to 15 years. For more Uniting Church Hall. For a gold coin donation, information contact Maria Aunger on there’s lots of games, craft, activities and of 8520 2328 or Anne Porter on 8524 3382. course discussion. More information can be found at facebook.com/TwoWellsUniting Two Wells CFS or contact Tim Littleford on 0466 330 556.

CFS senior training every Monday night Two Wells United Youth starting at 7.30pm open to anyone over the age of 17 years old. Everyone welcome Two Wells United Youth is an engaging and however day time crews are needed. Cadet interactive Christian social group for children training is every 2nd Wednesday starting at aged 12 years old to Year 12. The group is 5.30pm until 7pm. Open to anyone aged 11 based at the Two Wells Uniting Church and and above. Located in Wells Road Two Wells. offers a casual get-together every Wednesday from 5pm - 6.30pm where everything from Two Wells Equestrian the bible, football teams, friendship groups & Pony club and favourite foods is open for discussion.

Two Wells Equestrian and Pony $3 includes tea. More information can be Club hold rallies on the first and third found at facebook.com/TwoWellsUniting Sundays of the month at 9.30am on or contact Tim Littleford on 0466 330 556. our grounds, Aunger Road, Lewiston. Uniting Church Australia Op Shop Further details on www.twepc.com.au.

Two Wells Uniting Church treasure Two Wells craft shop trove op shop, opening times, Monday to The Two Wells Craft Shop located in Friday 9am to 4pm and Saturday 9am to the old Court House is a treasure trove of 12 noon. Open all school holidays, come handcrafted items, gift ware, local produce in and browse, Uniting Church Hall Drew of olive oil, honey, jams and relish, bric-a- Street, Two Wells, contact Pam Duncan brac bargains, and hardy, healthy plants 8520 2764 any time for information. ideal for this area. Open Tues. to Fri UC Australia Adult Fellowship 9.30am - 4pm. Sat 9.30am - 1pm Closed Uniting Church Adult Fellowship.

Sun and Mon. Find us on facebook. Meetings held monthly in the Uniting F a c e b o o k . c o m / t w o w e l l s c r a f t s h o p . Church Hall with the aim to provide supported friendship and opportunities Two Wells Golf club and to support the ongoing mission of Two Wells Golf Club, McPharlin Road the church. For information contact Mollie Lewiston (extn of Bethesda Rd). 18 holes Frost 8520 2073 or Alan Howell 8520 3063.

Scrapes course open April to October. yoga Competitions; Tuesdays Ladies day, tee-off 9 - 9.30am. Saturdays Mixed YOGA, Classes are at the Two Wells Comp. tee-off from 11 am. Membership Catholic Church Hall are held on Mondays available Phone Club 8520 2607 or 7pm to 8.15pm. Enquiries to Diane 0427 Secretary Kath Stubing 0427 803 349. 616 301 or meaney014@gmail.com.

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Work to begin on NAIS pipeline

LEFT: The first 10 kilometres of the NAIS 29 kilometre transfer pipeline will be installed later this month.

INSET: NAIS pipes sitting on Meaney Drive, Two Wells, waiting to be installed underground.

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Natalie Centenera Premier Steven Marshall reports: said the $155.6 million project

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structure we are delivering to create jobs and stimulate economic growth for the benefit of rural communities,” Minister Ruston said.

“It will consolidate local markets and boost high quality fruit and vegetable exports, underpinning regional jobs across the agribusiness production, processing and marketing supply chain.”

Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development, Tim Whetstone, said the

project would provide a further boost to SA’s world class food production sector.

“The State Government is working collaboratively with the Federal Government in the best interests of South Australia’s food producers, to strengthen the agricultural industries which are vital to our state’s future economic prosperity,” Minister Whetstone said.

“Water through the NAIS will be suitable for horticul-

ture, floriculture, fruit and nut orchards, table and wine grapes, high-value broad-acre cropping, poultry and other intensive animal husbandry, and aquaculture.”

Construction of the NAIS will continue to create new employment opportunities as the scheme’s other elements move into delivery phases.

Further information about the NAIS is available at sawater. com.au/NAIS.

Alinta energy objection petition Bec O’Brien reports: A petition against the construction of a gas-fired power plant proposed by energy retailer, Alinta, at Reeves Plains, has been presented to state parliament.

SA Greens leader, Mark Parnell MLC, presented the petition with 170 signatures to the Legislative Parliament on August 1.

Opposing the power plant construction since the proposal was first mooted is Fischer resident, Crystal Molloy, who hopes raising the issue in parliament will generate more openness about the planned power station.

“I don’t understand why this pro-

ject is being kept so quiet, there’s no information making people aware of it or keeping those interested up to date with the stage it is at,” Mrs Molloy said.

Frustrated by the lack of openness, Mrs Molloy, wrote directly to then Minister for Energy and Resources, Josh Frydenberg, highlighting her concerns about the project and the health fears she has for her young family.

“It overwhelms me that our fundamental basic human right of clean water, clean air and clean food will be compromised from exploitation by Alinta Energy,” she wrote.

“The site is currently zoned as Primary Production, for a major industrial power station to even be speculated to fit in with the surrounding agricultural

land use is senselessness.”

In her letter Mrs Molloy suggests the energy company look at vacant land they already own near the decommissioned Northern Power Station in Port Augusta as an alternative site.

“Alinta Energy list in the DA (development application) many numerous advantages associated with the Port Augusta site, but they chose the site in Reeves Plains because it is more convenient for them,” she said.

“Alinta insist they are addressing the local community concerns first hand, but sadly this isn’t true.

“They have flown under the radar, so many locals who are still clueless over this project.

“There is very little public consulta-

tion and no means for appeal, it’s hardly fair on those that are dramatically affected directly.

“I understand there is a need for extra power generation, but just because the site at Reeves Plains is the most convenient and cheapest option for Alinta does not make it right.

“A gas/diesel power station is a contribution to greenhouse gases and leaves a massive carbon footprint.

“What we do today, is our children’s future.

“Just because it’s natural gas, doesn’t mean it’s clean.”

Alinta Energy were contacted for comment but did not respond before print.

CWMS Update: cost shock for residents Natalie Centenera reports: A recent report brought back to Adelaide Plains Council (APC) on the Mallala Community Wastewater Management System (CWMS) reveals the maintenance and operations cost of private property domestic pumps for residents who were unable to connect to the system.

Mallala Aerodrome Road resident, Greville Knight, said he was taken aback by the replacement costs of the

components of this system which are at today’s prices and requested council to consider the future replacement costs.

Speaking during open forum at APC’s general meeting last month, Mr Knight suggested council consider the future availability of components and suitable replacements if the original is not available in the future.

“Many of us are on a pension and may well be unable to afford this,” he said.

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program of preventative maintenance should be considered, that is, replacement of a sensor or pump after a predetermined length of time and the possible refurbishment of those components.”

Mr Knight compared the life cycle costs of the CWMS to a septic tank, saying the septic tank wins.

He then formally presented his position on the CWMS to the chamber.

“Until the APC formally accepts full responsibility for the ongoing maintenance and repair of all 26 CWMS private

property domestic pumps I will rescind any agreement to connect to the CWMS and will refuse access to my property for connection of the CWMS,” he said.

APC CEO, James Miller, supported Mr Knight’s sentiments and altered the recommendation of the report to acknowledge the deficiencies surrounding the origins of the Mallala CWMS, requesting a report be brought back to council, “via a prudential analysis to the Audit Committee on this matter prior to determining responsibility obligations into

the future,” he said.

Mr Miller said there needed to be some due diligence assessment in relation to how council ought to move forward with the issue and provide some level of comfort to the 26 landowners who are affected by their inability to connect to the CWMS. “If it is through no fault of the individual through poor survey work, not being able to meet grade, should that be the responsibility of the individual?,” he asked.

Elected members resoundingly answered ‘no.’

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is on track to deliver first water to customers in late 2019.

“The new State Liberal government is delivering on its strong plan to grow South Australia’s exports to bring more dollars and jobs into this state,” Premier Marshall said.

“This project will help achieve that goal by creating 300 hectares of high-tech horticulture production that will feed key export markets interstate and overseas.

“This project also compliments our GlobeLink plan to grow our export economy by connecting South Australian businesses to new, lucrative markets interstate and overseas.”

Federal Assistant Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources, Anne Ruston, said irrigated agriculture contributes to around one-third of South Australia’s agriculture production.

“The project is a great example of the kind of infra-

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There is visible movement at the station regarding the Northern Adelaide Irrigation Scheme (NAIS), with pipes being delivered to Meaney Drive in Two Wells.

The first 10 kilometres of NAIS’ 29 kilometre transfer pipeline will be installed underground this month, supporting 150 manufacturing and constructions jobs in Adelaide’s northern and southern suburbs.

Once complete, the NAIS will provide an additional 12GL of water to help develop up to 300ha of new export focussed horticulture production, hopefully adding $578 million to the state’s economy each year and creating 3,700 jobs.

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Draft State Public Health Plan 2019-2024 Consultation is open on the draft State Public Health Plan 2019-2024, available at sahealth.sa.gov.au/StatePublicHealthPlan or hard copies are available by contacting 8226 6171.

The Plan, developed in partnership with a broad range of public health stakeholders, will guide coordinated action over the next five years to improve the health and wellbeing of all South Australians.

Feedback can be provided at www.yoursay.sa.gov.au/decisions or by emailing PublicHealthAct@sa.gov.au.

Consultation closes on Friday 5 October 2018.

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Two Wells Echo Column: August Update On Saturday, 28 July I was joined by Stephan Knoll, Minister for Transport, Infrastructure and Local Government & Planning, at Curtis/Heaslip Road intersection in Angle Vale.

The current intersection poses a black spot, increasing the chance of collision for drivers.

Mr Clint Marsh, Captain of Dalkeith CFS, and a group of local drivers were given the opportunity to voice their concerns over the intersection and engage in discussion over a possible reformation.

I am pleased to announce that on Wednesday, 1 August I was appointed to the Select Committee on Genetically Modified Crops.

The Committee is dedicated to inquiring into and reporting on the cultivation of genetically modified (GM) crops in South Australia, aiming to identify whether GM crops are the best choice for South Australians.

I will be joined on the Committee by Hon John Darley MLC, Hon Emily Bourke MLC and Hon Mark Parnell MLC. It also gives me great pleasure to announce that the Farm Debt Mediation Bill has successfully passed through South Australian Parliament.

Farming can be an unpredictable and challenging industry, leaving farming families and their assets vulnerable in times of financial crisis.

Under previous rules, a farming operation could be forcibly foreclosed on without any form of negotiation.

The new legislation will enforce a mandatory mediation process, allowing farmers to present their case to an independent mediator before any irreparable action occurs.

This scheme gives SA farmers something to rely on, and provides greater protection for farmers in financial stress.

Visiting Curtis/Heaslip Road intersection with Clint Marsh and Minister Stephan Knoll.

If you have any issues or questions you think I can assist with, don’t hesitate to contact me at 8237 9312 or via my website: www.johndawkins.com.au.

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Dawkins making headway in suicide prevention Each year the number of suicides around the globe continues to climb, the World Health Organization (WHO) estimating that number to be over 800,000.

That’s one person every 40 seconds.

In Australia, more than 2800 people die each year with latest figures (2016) revealing 2,866 Australians took their own life.

Monday September 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD), and the theme for 2018 is ‘Working Together to Prevent Suicide’.

This theme was chosen internationally to highlight the most essential ingredient for effective global suicide prevention - collaboration.

Hon. John Dawkins MLC, the Premier's Advocate for Suicide Prevention and leader of the Premier’s Council on Suicide Prevention, is making headway in suicide prevention by collaboration.

The Council aims to reduce the state’s suicide rate by building on the vital work of local councils’ Suicide Prevention Networks.

An Issues Group on Suicide Prevention is being established to help support both Mr Dawkins’ and the Council’s work.

The Issues Group will take references from the Council,

Hon John Dawkins MLC and Cr Karen McColl with members of Adelaide Plains Crossroad Connections Suicide Prevention Network at the Parliament House Reception for SA Delegates who attended the National Suicide Prevention Conference. provide reports and make recommendations of matters for discussion.

Attention has also been turned to what happens after somebody takes their own life, with Mr Dawkins launching a postvention referral mechanism at a reception in Parliament House last July.

When a person dies by suicide anywhere within the state, within 24 to 48 hours there will

be a notification from SAPOL to the postvention providers, and those families or individuals bereaved by the suicide will be informed of the specialised services available.

Emergency services and the suicide prevention sector are now able to work together.

Adelaide Plains Council Lewiston ward councillor, Karen McColl, works closely with John as his recently ap-

pointed adviser.

Ms McColl has worked as a counsellor in her own practice and as a co-ordinator at the John’s Place program in Nuriootpa for many years and is responsible for moving the motion which instigated the setup of the Adelaide Plains Crossroad Connections Suicide Prevention Network.

Ms McColl has sound advice for anyone who is worried

For those people who think someone may be at risk, or who feel they themselves are at risk, don’t hesitate to get in contact with your local Suicide Prevention Network or Lifeline.

• Adelaide Plains Crossroad Connections Suicide Prevention Network 0428 559 787.

The committee meet on the first Tuesday of every month and will be hosting a stand at the Gawler Swap meet, Gawler Showgrounds on Sunday, September 16.

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about a friend or family member they believe to be at-risk.

“It is most important to be compassionate and really listen to what a distressed person is telling you rather than worrying about ‘getting the words right’,” she said.

“You don’t have to try and help them ‘fix’ all of their problems, just acknowledging their distress, being there for them and encouraging them to seek help, or perhaps offering to accompany them to help can be preventative.”

Kai lives life in the fast lane Bec O’Brien reports: Robotics is a world away from cycling, but for Lewiston teenager, Kai Pallich-Vega, his passion and dedication to both is bringing him great rewards.

Kai, 14, and a Year 9 student at Trinity College North, travelled to Guiyang City, China, with nine of his BaCoNeer teammates in July to compete at the World Adolescent Robotics Championships.

The school’s robotics team, the BaCoNeers, participated in this competition in Washington last year, with this year’s team finishing fourth overall.

More than 15 countries took part in the event including China, Mexico, Jamaica, and eventual winner, France.

The experience, Kai said, was one he would never forget.

“I like working in a team and working towards a common goal,” he said.

“We had to design the robot, then collect all of the materials and equipment, and then build it.

“I have always liked robots and want to have a robotics shop when I grow up.

“Competing against the other countries was a good challenge.”

The robot, named “Kanaloa” by the team after an ancient water god, was programmed to pick up specific coloured balls in a timed event against an opponent.

The coloured balls represented aspects of the environment; blue for pure water and

Kai Pallich-Vega (pictured second from left) with his Trinity College North schoolmates in China for the World Adolescent Robotics Championships in July.

Lewiston teenager Kai Pallich-Vega with his medal from the recent World Adolescent Robotics Championships Kai pictured left here with fellow team mates and french competitiors held in China and his track bike. orange for pollution.

During the championships, Kai was chosen as a mascot for the event, an experience he says was a lot of fun.

The Trinity team also had the opportunity to sight-see, with a highlight for Kai being the Science Fiction Technology Valley, reportedly the world’s first and largest totally virtual

reality park.

“This park was huge,” he said.

“It was a lot of fun.”

While Kai’s love of robotics is still in its early stages, having only joined the school’s specialist robotics program last year, his love for cycling has been years in the making.

This year he placed second

in the South Australian School Series, as he did last year, and also represented South Australia in the National Junior Track Series (NJTS) racing in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Adelaide in 2017.

This year he has again been selected to represent the state at the NJTS which commences in October.

Kai has been competitively cycling for Central Districts Cycling Club for less than two years and competes regularly at road and track cycling events across the country.

He trains up to 50 kilometres each day and is planning a long-distance fundraising event in the coming months, so watch this space.

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Angle Vale Primary School choir members, from left: Evan, Kara, Ella, Ruby, Indianna, Charli, Riley, Macaela, Tori, Summer, Charlotte, Mady, Amelia, Kaydee, Lisa Williamson (Choir Trainer), Imogen, Samantha, Cora, Katie, Charli, Lilly, Daeja, Nikki, Dean, Emily, Marlee, Te Oho, Chilli.

AVPS vocal chords go for gold Students from years three and four at Angle Vale Primary School won the Junior Choir Competitive section at the recent Balaklava Eisteddfod,held at the start of August.

A fantastic effort considering this is only the second time AVPS has entered the competition.

Performing Arts teacher,LisaWilliamson,said the students enjoyed a rich experience performing and visiting the town of Balaklava.

The cast at the Entertainment Centre before our performance.

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By Tammy Bryant On Thursday August 16, 42 nervous students from years four to seven, jumped on the bus to the Adelaide Entertainment Centre to perform in the 2018 National Wakakirri Story Dance competition.

After months of rehearsals during lunch times and after school, the time had come to perform on the big stage in front of thousands of people and judges.

With 11 other schools performing on our night alone it was a long but exciting day!

When we arrived at the Entertainment Centre the kids were stunned by how big the place was and what an incredible experience

they were about to have.

We found our dressing area and started to get ready for our afternoon rehearsal.

Apart from a few staging issues, everything went to plan and the students were feeling ready for their performance.

Before the big moment, Mr J gave his all-important pre-show pep talk and the kids took to the stage.

They rallied together and gave their best to entertain the crowd and wow the judges with an amazing performance!

Our story was titled “Life is like a hot air balloon, if you never let yourself go, you’ll never know how far you can go” and focussed on Flo the fly and Harry the new boy to

the school who was struggling to make friends.

To help Harry build his confidence, Flo the fly takes him on an adventure around the world in her hot air balloon.

They travel through India, France and Italy before Harry is finally ready to head home.

As a reward for all their hard work and performing at the school assembly and also the Angle Vale Gardens Retirement Village, the AVPS Wakakirri team received two awards on the night- Best creative use of the signature item and also Best Teamwork Award.

We also received news recently that our story won a coveted State award for “Best Cultural Celebration Story”.

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mances at the Angle Vale Retirement Village, Ms Williamson spoke about the confidence gained by those students who participate in choir.

“It is a lot of fun, builds student’s self esteem and resilience as well as facilitating positive relationships,” she said.

The next performance of the award-winning choir will be at the school’s Family Fun Night in November.

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180 kids turn out for Maria Aunger 10th birthday celebrations Two Wells Blue Light Disco celebrated its 10th birthday last month with more than 180 young revellers enjoying the two-hour lock-in event.

After a decade of bringing fun, top dance tunes and great prizes to kids across the local community,this celebration also included a photo booth and Sumo suit activity for a bit of extra fun.

Some of the prizes kids took

home throughout the night included a 18.5” TV LED DVD, Big W Gift card for $50, Buddee Speaker Headphones,Laser Port BTSpeaker/ Radio, Liquid Ears Bluetooth Headphones and Woof 3 BT Speaker MP3 Player.

The next disco will be on Friday October 26 from 7pm-9pm at the Two Wells Community Centre (behind the Two Wells football

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club), ages 8-15. It will celebrate all things Halloween – thinking about your inspiring, gouhly, scary or cute costume.

Entry is $5, snacks, drinks and accessories are available from the canteen. Please note we no longer have facilities to check in any property you bring along, you will be responsible for your own belongings.

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Sophie and Elise enjoying the photo booth. Volunteer Mark Wasley with Cody and Eli.

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couple of ‘rounds’ where the children sing in parts.

MsWilliamson said the benefits of participating in a competition like the Balaklava Eisteddfod are many.

“The students learn about life outside of Angle Vale by visiting another town, and they were also able to watch the senior instrumental bands, something they don’t see at AVPS,” she said.

With fortnightly practices and two perfor-

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In the morning they participated in a workshop adjudicated by Jonathan Bligh, the conductor of the Festival Statesmen Choirs.

Here they learned performance techniques, receiving excellent feedback, and were able to improve upon their final performance.

The students sang‘The Osprey’ with six soloists, a song written by school students in England, as well as the traditional Scottish ‘Skyeboat Song’ and a

Disco prize winners, from left, Brianna, Paul, Christina, Jade, Alli, Athena, Kym Acacia, Sienna, Harrison, Chiara, Otaro and Charlotte Police Officer with volunteers With Police Officer, Charlotte Anne Porter and Robyn Ford.

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Students from Angle Vale Primary School, Two Wells Primary School and across the district were asked what made their Dad special?

Here is what they said.

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Harry Pannell “My Dad’s great because he supports me in all my sports and other activities. He looks after me when I’m sick or injured. He teaches me right from wrong, and even if I argue I know it will make me a better person.”

Evan Hotka “I love my Dad because he always finds time for me. He always tries even when he’s sick, and I’m proud of him for going to the gym to stay healthy.”

Ryan Andrew

“I really really love my Dad. He’s a truck driver. Sometimes we play on the Playstation and I have beaten him the last two times.”

“I love it when my Dad takes me fishing with him. He lets me help him in the garden and collect the eggs from the chook house. He makes me breakfast on the weekends, my favourite is toad in a hole.

He also cooks the best BBQs.”

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“My Dad is special because he fixes things.

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Amelia Bradwell “My Dad likes to play games. He has a good sense of humour. Sometimes I play golf with Dad.”

Jack Goodson, 11,

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“My dad always says funny things and he always takes us on road trips to awesome places.”

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“My dad is a funny guy. He helps us a lot, he fixes things around the house and he spends lots of time with us outside.”

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It’s time to give your windows the once over Spring cleaning is a wonderful tradiLOUISE tion and there are some very good reasons Drummond’s to do it, especially for those suffering from certain health conditions. handy hints In spring there is a great deal of pollen in the air and anyone who suffers from hayfever or asthma knows it.

Cleaning your windows can actually screens and when you open the windows it can blow inside. Look at your screens to help this situation.

Pollen and dust can lodge in the see whether you remove them from inside

or outside the window.

If the little tags are on the outside the screen comes off from the outside.

If the tags are on the inside then the sliding window will have to be lifted out of the frame to allow the screen to be lifted out.

If you have seen screens bent or twisted it is because someone tried to remove the screen without removing the window first.

Open the window quite wide, lift it up and remove it from the tracks. You can now lift out the screen and put it outside.

Removing screens, brushing and washing them will remove the build up on them.

A car washing brush on the hose works well.

Using a brush and the vacuum cleaner, brush out the dirt lodged in the tracks and wipe them clean. A small paint brush

works well for this.

Using hot water with a dash of dish washing liquid and a generous glug of white vinegar works well on the glass.

Wash and then use a squeegee, wiping the blade between strokes.

Finish by drying off any drips with an old towel.

When finished, you will be surprised and delighted at the extra light.

Community garden takes shape painting of the old jail cells at the rear of the property, and replacement of cracked earthenware sewage pipes.

“We’ve also collected limestone rocks to create a Labyrinth in the garden, had overhanging tree branches trimmed so as not to block gutters, and sourced multiple IBC units to be used as wicking beds,” Judi said.

“Part of the southern fence has been also been replaced and the old jail cell block has been completely renovated and painted, funded jointly by the Craft Shop and TWRAT, not through the grant money.

“Approximately 150 plants for the native garden section, have been purchased and are now ready to go in the ground; a good task for anyone who loves playing in the dirt.

The old jail cells are given a new lease on life with a fresh coat of paint.

The newly installed 22,000 rainwater tank from NTS Rural at Mallala.

Ian Gameau of Gameau Plumbing helping to bring the pipeworks into the 21st century.

“Also, anyone who is handy around the home may be able to lend a hand to convert the IBC units into the wicking beds that are needed and then beautify them with wood from, for example, old pallet slats.”

Judi is hopeful a clever, community-minded person may also be able to

create some much-needed tables and benches from pallets, and wished to thank all of the local businesses, community groups and residents who had already contributed to the project.

If you can help out in any way, contact Judi Damien Emmins of DE Excavations, Frost on 0427 417 905 or Di Two Wells, shaping the garden with Meaney on 0427 616 301. much needed earthworks.

Jack and Greg Tapscott of Tapscott Rural Fencing sprucing up the southern fenceline.

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The garden, situated behind the Two Wells Craft Shop is a result of funding through the State Government’s Fund My Neighbourhood Program and is also being supported by the Two Wells Regional Action Team, the Two Wells Craft Shop and the Two Wells Lions Club.

The $20,000 project will incorporate a Zen garden, butterfly garden, sandpit area, and stone Labyrinth and is hoped to be completed by the end of the year.

Craft shop manager, Judi Frost, says she is thrilled with how much progress has been made on the garden, including the installation of a new 22,000 litre rainwater tank,

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‘Liberty’ released to market The first stage of the Hickinbotham Group’s Liberty master-planned estate has been released to the market and civil construction will commence next month.

Liberty is part of the $1.2 billion Two Wells township expansion which is estimated to

create more than 3,000 regional jobs over the next 20 years.

The development is situated in the north western corner of the historical township of Two Wells and is located with its sister development, Eden.

The total development, dominated by the new Liberty project go-ahead, will provide 3,000 allotments and bring an estimated extra 10,000 residents into the Two Wells footprint.

Hickinbotham Group Managing Director, Michael Hickinbotham, said Liberty would

Season playing tricks on our plants The rain has started to come but will it be enough for us?

The season has certainly played tricks this year with some plants appearing to flower early and some later.

There are a few factors that affect the timing of flowering; the length of sunlight received, the soil temperature, nutrient levels, whether the plant has been under stress and the age of the plant.

This year almond trees are about a week later with flowering but other plants appear to be earlier with their blooms showing us that nature still has AMATEUR a will of its own.

GARDENER Deborah Bogle had an interesting article in the Advertiser last month regarding the lack of success for some growers with their broccoli plants.

“Those gardening on the Plains have had leafy brassicas but no heads.”

“Brassicas need a consistent chill through the soil”.

The ones in my garden are now just coming into head after many months of just sitting there and sulking even with the application ofAMATEUR liquid fertiliser every other week.

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Flowering in shades of purple, green, creamy white and yellow with single or E even having double flowers with some speckles to add interest.

Most flowers are bashful and appear to hang their heads whereas a few others may be upright with the leaves being glossy green and they show their delight by rewarding you with a pretty display of flowers- if you apply a good layer of composted mulch with a dressing of manure after flowering. Height is 30cm – 50cm and they can easily be grown in pots with extra TLC. They prefer dappled shade and thrive under the shade of a deciduous tree. They relish the cold winters but can tolerate our drier summers but do need a top up drink to prevent them completely drying out.

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The Hellebores may take a couple of years to settle in to flower and dislike to be shifted but can also freely self- seed.

The nurseries locally have been selling them for a few weeks now with many different shades of colourful flowers to select from.

For indoors, cut the flowers and they will last for weeks just in a vase with water. A beautiful perennial flowering plant.

Dates for the diary are October 6 and 7 for the sale of plants by the Australian Plants Society SA, at the Stirling Angas Hall in the Adelaide Show Grounds.

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be a beautifully designed and master-planned estate with quality homes to suit a range of lifestyles.

“Liberty will include extensive recreational trails, sporting facilities and the historic township of Two Wells is just a short stroll down the road,” he said.

“The proposed Lutheran Birth-to-Year 12 school will be a focal point of Liberty and will meet the needs of the growing community and district.

“We have worked with the Adelaide Plains Council and the community since 2007 to ensure the Two Wells township expansion is well-planned and delivers local services and local jobs with the timely delivery of infrastructure as the community grows.”

Allotment sizes will range from 417 sqm to around 1,000 sqm to suit those looking for low maintenance living to larger family homes.

Prices start from $161,500.

“The estate has been designed with a focus on family living with the majority of allotments being larger,” Mr Hickinbotham said.

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From little things fruit carts grow Bec O’Brien reports:

Con and Jon Lioulios of Virginia, producers of award winning 36 short gin.

36 Short puts Virginia on the map Natalie Centenera reports:

Con and Jon Lioulios have been producing gin from their distillery in Virginia for about five years and have recently been awarded international recognition at the Spirit International Awards in California, putting our region on the world map!

Their 36 Short Original Gin won a platinum Best of Class award, as judged by consumers.

They also took home a gold medal for their Gold Rakia, and two silver medals for their Blood Orange Gin and White Rakia.

How did two market gardeners from Virginia come to produce the Balkan spirit?

Their parents drank gin in their homeland of Macedonia at special events like weddings, parties and funerals, and so the tradition was continued here in South Australia.

36 Short is named after their father, Pando’s, suit size.

Congratulations, Con and Jon!

Two Wells has jumped on the bandwagon, or rather the Grow Free cart.

Volunteers at the town’s local community craft shop have instigated a free swap and share fresh produce cart, following in the cart wheels (pun intended) of many similar communities aiming to share fresh food, limit waste and bring people together.

Lower Light resident, Marie Tapscott, backed the idea, saying the Grow Free movement has provided an opportunity for people to give back to the community through food.

“I like the idea of bringing the community together to share,” Marie said.

“Most people have an abundance at certain times of the year.

“The basic idea is take what you need, give what you can.

“I think it will work really well once it’s up and running and more people know about it.”

So far the cart has offered oranges, lemons, mandarins, eggs, kale, a variety of fresh herbs and more.

As the seasons change no doubt different produce, from apricots, peaches and strawberries to lettuce and spring onions, could be available.

Non-toxic produce in its most natural form is preferable, with definitely no meat products, chicken compost, food scraps, mushrooms or alcohol left behind.

Leaving an environmental footprint as small as possible, even the containers and bags on offer at the Grow Free cart are recycled and the cart itself has

Two Wells Craft Shop volunteers Marie Tapscott (left) and Airlie Tapscott, with the shop’s new Grow Free cart. been reinvented from a wooden baby change table.

“So many people have said ‘this is great, we’ve been wanting one’,” Marie said.

“I think so far the response has been great and it can only get better.

“When you share something it makes you feel good.

“It’s nice to give back to a community that’s given a lot to me.”

The Grow Free cart in Two Wells can be found at the Two Wells Craft Shop on Old Port Wakefield Road, next to the Post Office, from Tuesday to Saturday during opening hours.

You can find more information about the Grow Free movement at www.growfree.org.au.

There’s a detailed list and map of all the registered places in the state offering Grow Free carts, including Two Wells.

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Instructor, Narelle Howell, has been line dancing for 10 years, and teaching for eight.

“Line dancing keeps your body and brain active, as well as improving your balance,” Narelle said.

Dance group members divulged that they have been known to bop along to music whilst doing their grocery shopping, just feeling the rhythm of the music.

“Line dancing has a stigma of be-

ing associated with just country and western music, but it has become much more modern,” Maria Aunger said.

Socialising and learning new things are another benefit to the activity, with the group looking to recruit more locals to the weekly activity.

In the warmer months the group hopes to meet outside of their regular time-slot as well.

Line dancing lessons take place every Thursday afternoon from 2.15pm to 3.15pm with only a small two-dollar donation required to attend.

All ages, male and female, are welcome.

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The ActivAir boom reticulation system that HARDI released in 2016 now features in the Saritor 62 Active for the first time. ActivAir uses the sprayer’s Commander on-board air supply to instantaneously open and close non-drip nozzles during spraying. OnRate, HARDI’s proprietary pre-emptive pressure-based application rate control system,

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A new smartphone and tablet app, Farm Service Manager, is set to modernise the recording of service and maintenance history for farm equipment and vehicles, eliminating the need to keep paper records.

Farm Service Manager is the idea of broadacre farmer, David Ricardo from Walgett, New South Wales.

The app is a multi-user app which logs services and other maintenance for farm plant, equipment and vehicles. It can be used for all machinery, from tractors and harvesters through to planters, cars, trucks and small motors.

David came up with the idea after years of keeping notebooks and logbooks full of service records for his machinery, saying he used to keep a service logbook on

the farm, but two years ago that book temporarily went missing.

“During that time, we missed services which weren’t followed up,” he said. “This can have serious consequences on the longevity of the machinery as well as its resale value.

“We have two farms 20 kilometres apart, so there is machinery going back and forth between the farms and as well as my brother (Peter) and I, we have a team of employees who all need to be on the same page with regard to each machine’s maintenance and service record.

“That’s why I thought if we have an app which is an electronic version of a notebook or service logbook then the same records can be accessed by everyone for each piece of machinery.”

Two Wells Primary School will support local farmers as they battle an unpredictable season with a fundraising event later this month.

The school’s “Barn Bash” hopes to turn gold coins into hay to support farmers on the Eyre Peninsula, in particular those around Cowell and Cleve who are in need of drought assistance.

Students are being encouraged to come to school dressed as a farmer for a gold coin donation and take part in an organised barn dance on the school oval from 1.45pm on Thursday September 13.

This day is also national RUOK day.

TWPS Year ½ teacher Mel Warren is coordinating the event and says all money raised will go toward purchasing hay to help farmers feed stock.

Mrs Warren says the school is working collaboratively with Owen Primary School, who are busily making Rope for Hope wristbands, which will be for sale on the day for $2 and in the weeks leading up to the event.

RSL hosts Ride Against Suicide The Two Wells RSL is again hosting the RUOK Ride (Ride Against Suicide) this month.

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CFS volunteers awarded life memberships Country Fire Service life memberships were awarded to two long-time volunteers of the Two Wells brigade last month.

Current brigade captain, Adam Harris and Lieutenant 1 Simon Johnson, were recognised for their 20-plus years of service to the CFS in a special presentation attended

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Adam started volunteering with the CFS in 1995 and has held roles in administration and finance as well as cadet coordinator, training officer, instructor and captain.

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Simon also began volunteering with the CFS in 1995 and has held roles at the brigade including cadet coordinator, training officer, gas prop instructor, president and lieutenant.

Over the years he has attended major fire events in Port Lincoln, Owen, Pinery and Crondorf as well as many local emergency events.

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Local crime still high kets and is looking to hold these on a monthly basis over the next few months.

Two Wells Lions kindly acknowledges the Two Wells Bowling Club for allowing them to hold these markets in the carpark.

Are you interested in helping with local community projects or have a little time to volunteer?

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first Tuesday of the month at the Catholic Church Hall, from 7.30pm, and everyone is most welcome.

For more information contact Caroline Scutcheon on 0417 801 178.

Book Review Each month the Two Wells Book Club will bring you a review of the book that had been read by the group the previous month. The book club meets once a month at the Two Wells Library. We hope you enjoy the segment and are provided with an opportunity to engage with some books that you might never have thought to pick up and read. This month’s book is ‘Behind the Beautiful Forevers’ by Katherine Boo.

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Two Wells Lions have been busy over the last month!

Members have created a brighter space in the toilets in Two Wells, providing a much needed makeover with a fresh coat of paint.

They have also added a new baby change table to the ladies toilets (pictured right), and provided better signage on the toilet entrances (pictured left) as well as levelling up the entry points to make it safer for people using the facilities.

A special thanks must go to the Two Wells Regional Action Team for donating funds for this and other projects in and around town.

Lions members have also been working hard in maintaining the garden area around the Hart Reserve.

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Boo’s book highly praised American Pulitzer Prize winner, Katherine Boo, spent three years investigating and researching the present-day slum of Mumbai, India, named Annawadi, located near the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport.

Her narrative non-fiction book follows the interconnected lives of several residents, including a young trash picker, a female ‘slumlord,’ and a college student.

Boo was working in the area at the time she started investigating the lives of those who lived in Annawadi, a makeshift settlement in the shadow of luxury hotels near the Mumbai airport.

As India starts to prosper, Annawadians are hopeful their lives will improve, with characters like Abdul, a reflective and enterprising Muslim teenager, who sees, “a fortune beyond counting”, in the recyclable garbage that richer people throw away.

Asha, a woman of formidable wit and deep scars from a childhood in rural poverty, has identified an alternate route to the middle class through political corruption.

And even the poorest Annawadians, like Kalu, a fifteen-year-old

Two wells CFS held its yearly AGM on Monday August 20. The brigade congratulates Adam Harris and Simon Johnson on receiving their life membership of the CFS.Both have been with the CFS for 24 years, an outstanding effort.

The annual fire season is fast approaching and now would be a good time to start cleaning up around your properties and getting your bushfire survival plans in place before it is too late.

Reducing the amount of vegetation on a property is one of the most critical components of preparing for bushfires. Here are some ways in Spring to prepare your home ready for bushfire season: • Slash or mow long grass and remove cut material (unless it can rot down before summer); remove weeds, cut back trees overhanging your home; remove fallen branches and other debris; remove leaves from gutters; check and service all mechanical equipment, including grass cutters, water pumps, sprinkler systems and fire extinguishers; prepare your emergency kit and review,update and practise your Bushfire Survival Plan with your families.

Visit the ‘SA CFS’ website for more information and keep up to date with this year’s fire season dates.

Emergency Speed Zone 25 km/ph Drivers are required to travel at 25km/h when driving through an emergency service speed zone – this applies on an area of road: • In the immediate vicinity of an emergency service vehicle that has stopped on the road and is displaying a flashing blue or red light; or • Between two sets of flashing blue or red lights that have been placed by an emergency worker at either end of a length of road on which an emergency vehicle has stopped.

It does not apply if you are driving on a road that is divided by a median strip and the emergency service speed zone is on the other side of the road beyond the median strip.

If an emergency service vehicle is coming up behind you with red and blue lights flashing, please pull over to your left safely and let the emergency service vehicle pass you.

scrap-metal thief, believe themselves inching closer to the good lives and good times they call “the full enjoy”.

However, Abdul the garbage sorter is falsely accused in a shocking tragedy; terror and a global recession rock the city; and suppressed tensions over religion, caste, sex, power and economic envy turn brutal.

This work of narrative nonfiction has been lauded for telling the dramatic and sometimes heartbreaking story of families striving toward a better life in one of the twenty-first century’s great, unequal cities.

Boo has succeeded in portraying the human effects of the bewildering age of global change and inequality; her ability to bring to life the harsh reality of the slum through her writing being highly praised.

Most book club readers couldn’t put it down, however, many confessed that they were unable to persevere until the end.

The heart wrenching and unjust nature of life in Mumbai with corruption at every turn, was a difficult facet to reconcile, with the novel being dubbed a ‘not feel good’ read.

It was noted that we in Australia were lucky to have a social system,

Vehicle Crime is an issue at the moment. Tradesman’s utes are being targeted, so please remember to lock any ute boxes and keep them out of sight for opportunistic crimes.

Local break ins are still occurring with the Two Wells area of property and vehicles.

With lots of crime in the area Lisa Silvy reports can also be made to Police reports: on 131 444, as well as the Two Wells Police Station.

Two Wells Police are focusing on the fatal 5 (Dangerous Drivers, Distraction, Drink and Drug Driving, Seatbelts and Speeding), please drive carefully, check your tyres and lights.

Neighbourhood watch is a great asset to keep our community safe and as mentioned above can help solve crime.

If you would like to come along to our meetings you are more than welcome, we would love to see new faces and listen to any concerns/ideas affecting our area. We have great support from the police, who attend most of our meetings.

Meetings are now bi monthly, the next one is Tuesday October 9 at the Two Wells RSL, Old Port Wakefield Road, Two Wells (opposite the Empire Café).

If you require a Police Clearance for working with children, it is now done online at www.screening.sa.gov.au.

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(i.e. government and law and order) that can be trusted, and that each other’s neighbours are not looking at stepping over each other to get ahead.

If you are interested in Iearning more about this topic, pop into the Two Wells Library and ask to borrow Katherine Boo’s novel ‘Behind the Beautiful Forevers’.

Drop us an email at news@ twowellsecho.com.au to let us know how you felt.

Next month’s book is ‘Philomena’

by Martin Sixsmith.

You can join in the conversation by watching the movie ‘Philomena’ on Netflix, borrow it from the library on DVD, or ask for the novel.

August 1 was World Scout Day and as the worldwide organisation celebrated its 111th birthday three local Scout leaders were recognised for their volunteer contribution.

Two Wells Scout Group leaders Wendy Sharpe, Robyn Ford and Maxine Cummins have a combined 27 years of scouting experience between them.

All three have volunteered countless hours for the organisation they believe builds happy, resilient, thoughtful, inquisitive, caring, respectful and resourceful young people.

Wendy’s daughters Chloe, 15, and Emma, 13, have been members of the Two Wells Scout Group since they were Joeys as six-year-olds, with Wendy a committee member for the past six years.

Robyn’s sons James and Alan first attended Scouts when they turned six years old and she has been a volunteer for the past seven years.

Maxine has been part of the fabric at Two Wells Scout Group for more than a decade, with 14-and-a-half years of volunteer service under her belt.

All three women were recognised for their contribution to Scouts and to the youth of South Australia last month when Governor-General Sir Peter Cosgrove and Scouts Australia Chief Commissioner, Phil Harrison, announced honours for Scout leaders to celebrate World Scout Day. Congratulations ladies, fantastic effort.

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Not even a little blood could wipe the smile off young Maddison O’Brien’s face pictured here below when her guinea pig Little Miss Mini (Mini) was named Best Local Exhibit Cavy (that’s fancy language for guinea pig) at the recent Gawler Show.

Maddison entered her two pet guinea pigs for the first time and was thrilled to come away with a couple of trophies and ribbons for her efforts. She learnt a lot about how to prepare her pets for such an event, including having to give them a bath, and that it’s not just mum who can accidentally clip those tiny guinea pigs toenails too short and make them bleed! Congratulations Maddy! Proud mum moment.

September 2 is Father’s Day! Look out for socks and jocks this morning, pretty much the only gift guaranteed to be deemed affordable, relevant, and welcome. Give your Dad, Grandad, uncle, significant male role model, or even your Mum who has stepped into be both Mum and Dad, a show of affection and gratitude.

September 5 is International Day of Charity a day to raise awareness and provide a common platform for charity related activities all over the world. This date was chosen in order to commemorate the anniversary of the passing away of Mother Teresa of Calcutta, who received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979 for her work undertaken in the struggle to overcome poverty and distress, which also constitute a threat to peace.

September 8 is International Literacy Day. This day raises awareness globally on the issues surrounding adult and child literacy and highlights the changes and improvements being made worldwide in literacy development.

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Pictured here from left are Two Wells Meals on Wheels members, Pam Duncan, Pauline Bastiaens, Ann Stoddart, Lorraine Goss, Sue Holland, Judi Frost and Maria Pellizzari.

It was all coming up …...well, lavender, when members of the Two Wells Meals on Wheels group gathered last month for their annual mid-year luncheon, this year held at picturesque Lyndoch.The girls kicked off the relaxed outing with morning tea at the rolling hills of the Lyndoch Lavender Farm just out of Lyndoch, where scones with jam and cream, tea and coffee

was eagerly devoured. The gang, braved the very chilly conditions for a quick tour of the lavender farm before heading into the town itself for lunch at the popular Monkey Nut cafe and a wander around the local shops. Meals on Wheels is always looking for more volunteers, if this interests you, contact Pan Duncan on 0409 002 201 for more information.

LET’S CHAT…WITH BEC & NAT Let’s chat about…TV series If you’re not a fan of binge watching TV series, talking about TV series or watching TV at all- turn away now.

I’m going to get you lost down the rabbit hole of living and breathing the characters and stories that take hold of our limited spare time and take residence in our hearts and mind, if only until the end of a season.

Like a good book.

The only thing is that books don’t have the same audience that TV series do, and the collective experience and conversation is limited.

TV series have come a long way since The Sullivans and A Country Practice.

There are an infinite number of genres to choose from now, either from free-to-air channels, Foxtel, or Netflix.

Some storylines and characters so wellwritten that we forgot Molly ever died (not true, that’s still the saddest TV moment EVER!) Take Game of Thrones for example.

Haven’t heard of it? Proudly state you haven’t watched an episode?

You’re missing out my friends.

The spectacular locations it is filmed at,

the magnificent costumes, intricate story, and well-developed characters will have you so engrossed you couldn’t imagine any other show taking your spare time sitting in front of the box and making you feel like it was worth every single second.

It’s not for the kids though, but there are plenty that are.

Take ‘The Good Place’ for example.

A funny and downright ‘good’ family show that explores what it means to be a ‘good’ person and win your ticket heaven, intelligent and witty.

Or ‘Lovesick’, a British rom com series that has the main character contact all his past partners to awkwardly inform them of his recently discovered STI. It’s so cleverly written, treads both gently and clumsily, and has you laughing and crying with the characters you come to know as your own friends (that sounds a bit weird, but it’s true).

Heard of ‘House of Cards’?

You won’t find any ‘friends’ in this series, but you will take a peek into the world of those who hold positions of power in government

and business, and you probably won’t look at parliament the same way!

Great TV series offer an escape and a different take on the world.

A simple and enjoyable form of time-out from everyday stresses.

They also provide endless ‘water cooler’ conversation fodder, or an effective way to break the ice with someone you have just met.

You can get to know a new acquaintance by the TV series they watch and the characters they love.

Or not.

They might not watch anything, and that’s OK too.

But it’s so much easier when they do!

Take Bec for instance.

It took me forever to convince her to jump on board the Game of Thrones bandwagon, actually I threw her on- I bought her the DVDs for Christmas and insisted she watch it.

And now I’m hooked Nat, thanks.

I agree, watching a TV series is a great conversation starter.

It’s quickly addictive but it’s also therapy.

It’s time away from the every-day, from the mundane, from the constant daily list of things to do.

Two Wells Playgroup has re-opened in the Two Wells Primary School hall!

Natalie Centenera reports:

After 12 months of being unable to use their usual premises due to the hall being renovated for use as a STEM room, 21 children relished the return to the comfortable venue.

Playgroup co-ordinator, Claire Priest, was relieved families were again able to meet regularly after renovations to the building began at Christmas.

“We had been meeting at the playground, but some days were just too hot,” Clare said.

“A big thank you must be given to both the school and the kindy for helping us during this period of transition.

“All of our toys, resources and equipment were stored in a shipping container at the kindy, with staff members, Michelle Dimasi and Narelle Palmer, kindly helping to unpack it all on a Sunday!”

Children were visibly comfortable and busily played with toys and musical instruments and also made craft with their parents.

Playgroup runs every Tuesday morning from 9.30am to 11.30am during the school term.

All you need to do is bring $2 and a piece of fruit.

You can find further information by contacting Two Wells Primary School, Two Wells Kindy or Playgroup Coordinator, via the Playgroup’s facebook page, Clare Priest, with two-year‘Two Wells Playgroup’. old Ava.

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It’s a great break from reality, but if you like reality, there’s plenty of those type of series on TV too.

You can’t but click on one of the mainstream channels nowadays without coming across another building, cooking, dating, dancing or renovation show.

Pay TV channels have even more options.

There’s everything from tiny houses to fishing to travel to singing to antiques to sport, the list is endless.

And they too are addictive.

Who knew watching the Bachelor week in, week out would attract so many viewers, and so much conversation, as you say Nat, around the water cooler the next day?

Will Nick find love?

Will SA’s Dasha get a rose?

For my family it’s renovation show Fixer Upper that has us all running to the couch and reaching for the remote.

We love the family dynamics of the main players Jo and Chip and the funny, loving, hard working relationship they have.

We also love the reveals at the end of each episode and eagerly discuss what we did and didn’t like about the renovation, and what we’d do in our own home if we had the time

standard of literacy in Australia.

It heralds the importance of encouraging parents to share the joy of books, spoken language and literacy as early as possible with their baby.

September 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day, an awareness day observed on 10 September every year, in order to provide worldwide commitment and action to prevent suicides.

An estimated one million people per year die by suicide or about one person in 10,000 (1.4% of all deaths), or "a death every 40 seconds or about 3,000 every day".

As of 2004 the number of people who die by suicide is expected to reach 1.5 million per year by 2020.

On average, three male suicides are reported for every female one, consistently across different age groups and in almost every country in the world.

LIFELINE 13 11 14 September 21 is International Day of Peace, sometimes unofficially known as World Peace Day. The United Nations-sanctioned day is dedicated to world peace, and specifically the absence of war and violence, such as might be occasioned by a temporary ceasefire in a combat zone for humanitarian aid access.

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Watching this type of TV series has brought us closer together, it’s given us a conversation we otherwise wouldn’t have had.

There are others, like the family-friendly Little Big Shots.

What’s not to love about this show? Little kids doing amazing things...and saying the darndest things that make us all laugh out loud!

Who knew Ice Truckers could be so informative or that by watching Selling Houses Australia you really will learn some tricks of the trade?

I’m a book girl at heart, I LOVE books.

But they are time consuming in a different way to television, and it’s harder to chat with someone about a book if they haven’t read it.

It’s also more of an individual pursuit where a good television show brings people together.

So go on, find your therapy.

Let us know at news@twowellsecho.com. au if you find a good show you think everyone should be watching.

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Book week turns to a new chapter in 2018 Last month saw schools across the district celebrate the wonderful world of books with parades, assemblies and celebrations in support of the popular Book Week festivities.

It was wizards, witches, princesses, animals, farmers, occupations and super heroes all the way as excited youngsters, giggly almostteenagers and amused teachers donned their best capes, hats, wigs, dresses, shoes, masks, uniforms, wings, boots and headpieces of their favourite book characters as part of whole-school parades.

Recognising this year’s theme of Find Your Treasure, the variety and creativity of costumes from everyone involved was inspiring.

But it wasn’t all just about the costumes, with many reading and writing activities throughout the Two Wells Primary School staff week enhancing children’s engagemembers, Jessica Gardner, Zoe Best costume winners at TWPS included Jackson, ment with books.

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Lana, Shley, Kaleb and Frankie.

Creative costumes by Gemma, Siena, Charlotte and Jackson (front) at TWPS.

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Abbey Swan dressed as a ladybird , Leon Blasche as Captain Jack Sparrow and Vincent Manno as a Palaeontologist from Jurassic World.

Hannah De Ruiter of Year 5 reaching for the starts as an astronaut.

All wrapped up as a character from the book, Bubble Wrap Boy, is Harry Moloney of Year 5.

Year 6 girls, Mia Claire and Lily McDonald, cheering on the Book Week parade.

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VPS Year 7 students Carla and Kimly.

Levi was ready for wet weather at the VPS Book Week Parade.

VPS student April and her creative costume.

VPS staff followed an Irish Leprechaun theme for this year’s Book Week celebrations.

Angle Vale Primary School Angle Vale Primary School (AVPS) enjoyed a fortnight’s worth of Book Week activities last month.

The school deviated from the national theme of ‘Find Your Treasure’, and created a circus theme, inspired by the movie, ‘The Greatest Showman’ urging students to find their own unique treasure inside themselves.

A huge tent, or ‘Big Top’, was constructed inside the library and students from all year levels performed for their peers each lunch time in their very own version of, ‘Angle Vale’s Got Talent.’

There were performances of dancing, gymnastics, piano and guitar playing, soccer skills and juggling demonstrations, singing, renditions of poetry, and hula hooping!

The two week celebration ended with a book week parade on Friday August 31.

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A quote taken from the Greatest Showman Bonny Charles doing the Hula Hoop inside the ‘Big Top’ tent. Students off all ages have been heading movie that has underpinned the theme of to the library in their lunch time to perform little acts as part of the school’s book week celebrations. the school’s book week celebrations.

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VPS brings home the gold

Two Wells Tennis Club Marie Tapscott reports:

James Yates reports: On Friday August 24 (Week 5), 45 students from Virginia Primary School participated in the Playford District SAPSASA Athletics Carnival at Munno Para Little Athletics Club against 15 other schools in the district.

Students participated in a number of track and field events including 100M, 200M and 800M sprints, Kathalia (Long Jump) finished 1st High Jump, Long Jump, Discus, Shot Put and Relays.

Our school had a lot of success on the day and finished equal FIRST in the small schools category!

Many students placed in the top four of their respective events and a number of students achieved personal best results.

Our boys and girls’ relay teams performed fantastically well, finishing first in four different age groups and four students also came first in their events, Serelyna (100M and 200M), Kathalia (Long Jump), Azareea (Long Jump) and Angus (Discus).

These students have also been selected to represent the Playford District at the State Carnival.

All students involved in the carnival gave their absolute best efforts and enjoyed what was a fantastic day for our school!

Serelyna (High Jump) finished 2nd

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APEC Quiz Night asks all the right questions Adelaide Plains Equestrian Club (APEC) held a fun quiz night at the Two Wells Primary School on Saturday July 28.

Despite the chilly winter night almost 100 people attended the event, which followed a dress code of pajamas!

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Nine-month-old Oakley Wilson was snug as a bug in his winter jumpsuit.

Local tennis reps for Federation Cup Bec O’Brien reports:

For the first time in what is believed to be the club’s history, players from Two Wells District Tennis Club will compete in the state’s Foundation Cup. The State Foundation Cup provides a platform for the best regional junior players to compete in teams and individual events across four days, this year to be held at Berri from October 2-5.

Club juniors Airlie Tapscott and Lexi Bastiaens have been selected in the U15 and U10 teams respectively, and were chosen after a rigorous training and selection period comprising registration days, squad training and tournaments.

TWDTC junior coordinator, Marie Tapscott, said the girl’s selection was a testament to their growing skill level, commitment and dedication to the sport.

“This is the first time Two Wells has had juniors selected for Foundation Cup level tennis which is testament to the clubs current direction of providing national coaching programs and solid pathways for juniors to pursue. We are very proud of their hard work and dedication to tennis and look forward to great results for the Lower Northern team at Berri in October.”

The Cup is a regional selection event with a state team chosen to play at the Australian Open in 2019.

Best of luck girls.

Two Wells District Tennis Club will hit off the season with a family friendly Free Tennis Open Day on Monday October 8 from 5pm to 8pm at the Two Wells courts.

The evening will feature the entertaining Tennis Australia Hit-the-target tent, special guests from Tennis SA, an adult exhibition match and junior Foundation Cup match, free ANZ Hot Shots coaching, a goodies bag for kids, door prizes, BBQ, face painting, free play and the first five ANZ Hot Shots bookings will receive a free Tennis Australia racquet!

In Term 4, tennis is on Tuesdays! Starting October 16, the popular ANZ Hot Shots is back to provide fun tennis skills with games and activities for children aged 4-13 years.

ANZ Hot Shots uses smaller courts, nets, racquets and low compression balls because it makes learning easier.

It is specially designed for the early stages of tennis development.

The ANZ Hot shots program will once again be delivered by qualified coaches Haydn and Rebecca Leo who have been with the club for three years.

For older juniors with some tennis experience, the junior squad training session will be available which focuses on cardio warm up, technical and match play advice, with a big emphasis placed on enjoyment.

A new initiative being offered this term is an opportunity for beginner players aged 7-10 years to experience match play.

This will be offered to orange ball kids in addition to their Hot Shots coaching.

It will give the kids a chance to see what tennis is all about by using modified courts, balls and scoring in a safe, fun environment with their friends.

This will be in place of Saturday matches and will be run entirely at the Two Wells courts on Tuesday afternoons.

The mini competition will run for six weeks starting on Tuesday November 30 to Tuesday December 4.

After bringing home two premierships last season, the club will once again field teams in the Saturday morning Gawler Tennis Association competition in divisions 1, 2 and green ball levels. These are teams of three starting at 8.30am to 10.30am.

It has been an 11-year break but Two Wells is set to reenter the Gawler Barossa Saturday afternoon senior competition with a team of keen players.

Anyone interested in playing or helping as a fill-in, please let us know.

Senior practice will be on Tuesday nights from 7pm for anyone interested in joining in for a casual hit.

If you are interested in giving tennis a try and would like more details about coaching programs or competitions, please contact Junior Coordinator, Marie Tapscott on 0419 838 929 or find us on FaceBook.

Two Wells Bowling Club Irene Giannikos reports: The TWBC invited its sponsors to a dinner and quiz night in August as a way to say “thank you” for their support during last season.

The event was well supported and the quiz champions, who won the chocolates, were invited

by Dave Cowell from the Adelaide Plains Council.

The bowling season is almost underway with trial games organised for the last week of September.

The players will meet on Thursday September 6, the greens are prepared for limbering up those arms and the pennant schedule is due to commence in the week after the October long weekend.

Night social bowls will commence in October also.

If you would like to try your hand at lawn bowls, don’t be shy, give Irene Giannikos a call on 0417 810 029, we cater for people of all ages and abilities.

Children from as young as eight are also encouraged to join us.

A session on the fundamentals and etiquette of lawn bowls will be held in the evening of September 25, if you wish to attend just email twbowls@ bigpond.com.

Two Wells Cricket Club Devon Hardiman reports:

Hello, Two Wells Cricket Club president Devon Hardiman inviting everyone to our AGM on September 12 to elect our committee for season 2018/19.

After a disappointing 2017/18 season where we failed to field a senior mens side, our club secretary Leanne Pool has been busy trying to recruit men to play in a one-day side in the Grade 6 competition.

Anyone who wants to come and play seek out Leanne so we can field a team this season.

Last season we had our under 12s and women’s side both make finals, where by all accounts, the children enjoyed being coached by Craig Hanson, whom I would like to coach again.

Volunteers are always welcome so if you're keen to help score, cook the bbq, put the mats out or if you are interested as a player please email twccinc@hotmail.com or Leanne Pool at Leanne.

Pool748@schools.sa.edu.au.

The season is set to start early October.

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Roosters round up

By TWF&NSC president, Michael Slattery

Two Wells has had a great season on the footy field with the A grade, U17 and U14 teams all finishing top of the ladder, while the reserves finished third, missing out on second spot by just eight percent.

The A grade lost once to Balaklava with a bad first quarter and will play them in the second semi for a spot in the grand final.

A strong reserves side this season has seen them beat all the top four teams this year and could go all the way.

The reserves played off against United in the recent first semi at Lochiel and in a low scoring affair won by three points to move onto the Preliminary Final.

The U17s suffered their single loss to fourth placed Virginia in round 15 and will play in the second semi against Balaklava who they have had strong victories over this year.

A win to the U14s in the final minor round and loss to top placed Virginia saw the boys jump Virginia to finish minor premiers.

They now face Virginia in the second semi whom they have beaten twice and lost to once, however Angle Vale is a big threat to both with a strong finish to the year.

All four teams are good enough to make it through to the GF and win a premiership providing they play well as a team.

U14 side at the Central Zone Carnival on August 5. After years of being lucky to score at these carnivals let alone win any games the 2018 team were very successful.

The carnival was held at Burra with a wind howling straight down the ground to the southern goals that was unrelenting all day.

The boys started the day with a two-point loss to Northern Areas, scoring our only goal into the wind, but unable to goal with it.

They then beat Yorke Peninsula followed by a big win over North Eastern.

The boys then fought out a tough low scoring game against Barossa Light Gawler where they had to hold on to a low score to win.

Note Barossa Light and Gawler usually tend to dominate these carnivals.

The three wins saw the APFL lads grab overall victory to take home the shield.

Well done to coach Simon Purdue and all the boys. It was a great team effort all day where in the extremely windy conditions where they worked hard as a team always having good numbers at every contest.

The Roosters were good contributors with Samuel kicking three goals and Samuel, Dante and Declan among the best players.

To give some idea of the wind Samuel Harnas unleashed a big kick from almost halfback that carried into the forward lines, then bounced and rolled to be touched right on the goal line for a point.

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Ladies Day

On Sunday August 12, Woodville West Torrens played the Adelaide Crows in the SANFL at Maughan Thiem Oval at Woodville.

During half time Year 6/7 players from Balaklava, Mallala and Two Wells represented the APFL in the Statewide Super Mini League game against Yorke Peninsula.

The APFL side were coached by Adrian Daly with the team enjoying a victory over Yorke Peninsula.

On August 4 when the club hosted United, the women of both netball teams and other women from around the club gathered together in a marquee at the southern end of the club to celebrate Ladies day.

The girls all came together to enjoy each other’s company, food and drinks and maybe watch a bit of the footy.

We congratulate Stephen “Fuzzy” Lange on playing his 250th senior game for the club in the last minor round game against Mallala.

What a fantastic achievement.

2018 - U14 Central Zone Carnival Five Two Wells boys; Samuel Harnas, Rodney Wilmshurst, Kaidyn Silvy, Declan Slattery and Dante Spiteri were part of the successful APFL

Sharing a laugh at Ladies Day was Alison Goss, Nicola Mason and Mel Sochacki.

medal count at the Two Wells Community Centre on Saturday September 8 following the Preliminary Finals at Virginia.

This event includes the A grade mail medal count and the association best and fairest from across all football and netball grades.

Young midfielder and goal sneak Tyrell Hocking and big centre half forward, ruckman Shannon Slattery have had a good year and are expected to poll well for the Roosters. I n the U14s Samuel Harnas has been a dominant force up forward leading the association goal kicking with 35 and a regular in the best players and is also expected to poll well.

Aerial specialist Tara Learhinan has again had another great year in the A1s and should be among the votes and team of the year.

In the A4s new recruit, defender Carissa Daniel has also been good this year and could be in the race.

U15 netballer Carla Harris is also expected to Two Wells footballer Stephen Lange clocked up 250 poll well with her athleticism and goal scoring games for the club recently and is pictured here being sure to catch the umpires eye. chaired off after the team’s B Grade win against Mallala.

Junior Presentations

Sunday September 16 will conclude the season for all the junior netball and football teams with presentations of trophies made at the club following a 12pm BBQ lunch.

The lunch is $2 per person and free for players. Netballers are asked to please bring sweets and footballers a salad to share.

Redlow Senior Presentations Friday September 21 will see the club celebrate its 10th Redlow night.

The Redlow is a black-tie evening starting at 6:30pm that includes the A grade and Reserves A Grade footballer Tyrell best and fairest medal count and senior football Hocking in action against and netball trophies and other awards.

United last month.

Tickets are $40 and include a two-course meal and entertainment and can be purchased from Sammy Stevenson.

APFL and APNA Medal Count Our club is hosting the APFL and APNA

Shannon Slattery in action for Two Wells A Grade.

RIGHT: Representing Two Wells at the U14 Central Zone Football Carnival last month, where APFL came home with the silverware, was, from left Kaidyn Silvy, Dante Spiteri, Samuel Harnas, Declan Slattery, Rodney Wilmshurst.

Front from left: Maigon Bishop, Lauren Wright, Rachel Lange, (back) Gaby Taylor, Sarah Dinham, Emma Jones and Shannon Weir.

Relaxing at Ladies Day last month was Ashleigh Egan, Chelsea Daly and Cheyenne McIntyre-Smith.

Jessica Daniel, Rhia Lasurf and Amber Olsen enjoying Ladies Day.

Super Mini League players, from left Mitchell Boobyer, Connor Barnett, Jack Grant, Daniel Daly, Jacob Pellizzari, Lachlan Sochacki and Alex Daly.

Owls 100 gamers

Angle Vale Football Club is great with celebrating the achievements of their players.

Samuel Walker (right), last month, reached the 100-game milestone playing for AVFC’s senior colts.

Hunter Thomson (middle) also clocked up 100 games at the end of August.

Jackson Nash-Tutty notched up 100 games for the juniors recently.

Jackson plays for two AVFC teams, APFL Minis on Saturdays and SANFL Juniors Under 9's on Sunday.

Well done boys, keep kicking!

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Two Wells open day has all the right strokes

By Neil Bowden Sunday August 26 TWO WELLS GOLF OPEN The weather was fantastic, so no-one could use the conditions for an excuse for a bad score.

Major sponsor of the day was Chris Girling of Noah’s Crossing Veterinary Clinic, with other sponsors including Coopers Brewery, Adelaide Plains Recycling, Lower Light Hotel, Dimasi Fruit & Veg, Russell Grigg, Hans Linford & Raine & Horne Real Estate.

Gary Payne, Ray Prior and their band of volunteers presented the course in pristine condition; the fairways and scrapes were brilliant.

The open was very well attended with 38 players representing 11 visiting clubs plus the home club.

This year’s A Grade Open Championship was won by the Two Wells Club president Chris Girling.

Chris hadn’t had a hit for a few months, gets the clubs out, dusts them off and has a brilliant 72 off the stick, not bad eh?

The runner up was visitor Adam Mitchell with a 77.

The A Grade Handicap winner was Andy Paul 69 with Andrew Baker coming in second on 71.

The B Grade Open Championship was won by the ever reliable Russell Grigg from Highercombe / Two Wells with 87 and the big fella Timmy Clifton runner-up with 89.

The B Grade handicap was won by Hans Linford with 73 on a countback from Adam Bail also on 73.

The C Grade Open Championship was won by Mr Consistent and birthday boy, Jimmy Weir, with 95 and runner-up Jeff Spackman with 96 after copping a golf ball full-on on the toe from his playing partner, needless to say Jeff was a tad sore by the end of the day.

The C Grade handicap was taken out by Peter Sullivan from Owen with a 72 and coming in second was Ray Prior on 77.

Ray was very proud of himself, not for his score on number 5 but after going out of bounds three times off the tee block and ending up with a double figure score, on the next tee block he said “guys that wasn’t bad I didn’t swear once after that fiasco”.

The nearest to the pins (ntp) for the A grade went to De-

Chris Girling in action for Two Wells at the Men’s Open day last month.

Peter Lamont takes his shot.

Arthur “Rabbit” Christou on the green at the Two Wells Men’s Open day last month.

Handicap A Grade R/Up Andrew Baker take his putt.

clan Bayly and Peter Lamont.

B grade ntp’s went to Rabbit and Gary Payne and C grade Ray Prior.

The all grades pros approach to number 18 was won

by Simon Grigg.

Denis Hart on the course on Sunday August 26.

Jack Kelly lines up for a putt at the Men’s Open day.

The long drives was won

by Simon Grigg A Grade, yours truly Blue Bowden B grade and Jimmy Weir C grade.

The prestigious NAGA award was taken out by myself Blue Bowden.

I played with Ray Prior and Wayne White and honestly for Ray not to swear on number 5 after listening to me swear and curse all day, he deserved a medal.

To finish off the day as

normal the ladies put on a fantastic bbq with salads and sweets, and the normal 19th hole chat.

If I did this I would have had that and I had an 87 but that included a 7 and an 8, but at the end of the day the score on your card was what you had.

Saturday 18.8.2018 11 players competed in the stableford comp. Andrew Baker played great golf coming in with 40 stableford points (79 off the stick) to take out the A grade followed by Ian Gameau 37 points and Gary Payne third on 34 points.

Timmy Clifton took out the B Grade with 38 points followed

by Ray Prior with 33 points on a countback from Hans Linford also on 33 points.

The long drives were taken out by Gary Payne A Grade and Tim Clifton B Grade and there was only 1 nearest to the pin for the day and that was on number 11 with Ian Gameau taking the honours.

Andrew Baker and Jimmy Weir played their match-play with Andrew winning 4 and 3.

For consecutive weeks Rabbit was draped with the NAGA medal.

The week’s competition was sponsored by Ian Gameau Master Plumbers which is greatly appreciated by the club, the sponsors are a very important cog in the wheel of keeping the club functioning.

This coming Sunday is our Two Wells Open, it’s a 18 hole comp starting at 9 am the day will be concluded with the trophy presentation and bbq.

If you would like to register to play call Blue Bowden on 0407 396840 or send me an email neil.bowden@twowells. rh.com.au. Come and join us and have a great day Saturday 11/8/18 8 very brave guys took on the elements to participate in the Par comp and round 3 of the Captains Trophy.

Taking out the A grade was Gary Payne with -3 followed

by Bobby Hogg also on -3 and then Rabbit on -4.

In the B grade Ray Prior came in square followed by Hans Linford on -1 on a countback from Tim Clifton on -1.

Gary Payne hit the A grade long drive while Hans Linford had the longest drive in the B grade.

NTPs: Bobby Hogg (6), Ray Prior (11).

Timmy Clifton won the Pro’s approach on the 18th, eagling number 7 and also winning the birdie hole, number 7.

Two Wells T Bird members Sally Green and Linda Rushton (president) are looking forward to the upcoming softball season.

Softball swings into 2018

Softball season starts next month and the Two Wells T-Birds have already begun training.

Trainings are held at the Two Wells oval on Sundays from 10am for juniors and 11am for seniors until daylight savings begins.

At this stage the club has entered one senior women’s team, with injuries to a number of players from last year ruling them out for the upcoming season.

The club is hoping to also enter a U17s mixed boys and girls team and still need some players to complete an U13s team.

The T-Birds are again offering softball to younger players with names being taken for a Teeball team for children aged 4-8 years old.

If you are interested in learning more about softball and the local T-Birds club call into the Two Wells oval one Sunday morning or drop them an email at Twowellssoftball@hotmail.com.

Abby kicks 40 Angle Vale Football Club’s (AVFC) Abby Scheer picked up the Clancey Medal by kicking herself into the Leading Goal Kicker position for the Statewide Super, Division Two. The annual Dutschke Medal Count took place at the Arkaba Hotel on August 16, where Abbey was rewarded for a massive 40 goals throughout the season.

Abbey is a huge asset to the Angle Vale women’s team, also polling the most best and fairest votes from AVFC as well as third on the overall leader board for Division Two. Congratulations Abbey!

Two Wells netball wrap for season 2018

By TWF&NSC junior coordinator, Alicia Stirling U10s/Go Under 10s was rebranded this year as ‘Go’ which is the third level of NetSetGo. The girls had a great season under first year coach Kylie Lowe. This grade doesn’t play for premiership points but with many first year players the improvement they have displayed from round 1 is great to see.

U13B’s The 13B’s had a high number of participants which proved valuable as they lost a few girls during the season due to injuries. The girls unfortunately missed out on finals this year finishing 6th on the ladder.

U13A’s Like the 13B’s the 13A’s also had high number of participants. The defending premiers have had a solid season which focused heavily on rotations so the girls were given equal court time. It saw them finish 4th and play in the first Semi final at Lochiel against Hummocks. Two Wells goalies shot accurately all game and as a result the team had a convincing win 44 to 8. Montana Panella, Jazlyn Southwell and Ella Goodson all played a fantastic defensive game which made it hard for Hummocks to Score. Jazlyn was awarded Best on Court. Best of luck in the Prelim girls!!!

U15s The Under 15’s team have competed strongly all

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season, they were able to win the last game for the minor round against Mallala to secure 2nd spot on the ladder, coming from behind in the last quarter.

The win will give them two opportunities to make the grand final, they meet top placed Hummocks on Saturday September 1 at Hamley Bridge. If they continue to play like they did in the last round they will be hard to beat. Good luck to coach Cassie Kent and her team!

A5s The A5 defending premiers had a tough year this season with only 3 players from last year’s premiership team playing on at the same level. It was great to see some new faces join the club and juniors being promoted to the senior grades. The team finished a disappointing 6th and missed out on finals for season 2018.

A4s The A4s had a consistent season under coach Jamie Dinham. The team finished 4th and unfortunately lost to Virginia at Lochiel in the first Semi final. The team fought hard all game and were evenly matched until half time when Virginia made some changes and the goalies shot accurately to pull away in the second half for a comfortable win. Well done on making the finals A4s. Kim Juvan was awarded Best on Court.

Two Wells new recruit Carissa Daniels has been invited to attend the APFL/APNA award night, Carissa

is a very talented netballer and shines at either end of the court. Good luck Carissa!

A3s The A3’s had a change of coach mid way through the season with Netball President Tanya Kent stepping into the role. The girls needed to win the last game against Mallala to secure 4th spot on the ladder and the opportunity to play finals. Unfortunately Mallala was too strong on the day and were convincing winners 50 to Two Wells 37.

A2’s The A2’s struggled to get wins on the board this season but did have some close & hard fought games. They finished 6th on the ladder with 1 win for season 2018.

A1’s Similar to the A2’s the A1’s struggled to outscore their opponents this season. Injuries on both ends of the court impacted their success. They had a lot of close games but were unable to convert turnovers into goals, finishing 7th on the ladder. With young faces like Maddy Seccafien and Jade Morrison joining the A1’s this season if Two Wells can continue to build with young talent they will be tough to beat in coming years.

Congratulations to star defender Tara Learhinan who was invited to attend the APFL/APNA awards Tara Learhinan shows her athleticism night which is being hosted by Two Wells on Sep- in the A1 match against Mallala last tember 8. month.

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Ryder, rides on

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Hankins hits the field Bec O’Brien reports:

Young motorcyclist Ryder Woodrow with his trusty 50cc motorbike.

Bec O’Brien reports: Three years ago motorbike-mad Ryder Woodrow was bed-ridden following a horrific accident while competing.

The affable eight-year-old of Waterloo Corner, near Virginia, was just five when he broke his femur, the main bone in his right leg, while competing at an event.

But he didn’t stay in bed for long, with his parents Jodie and Rick, saying he was soon up and about and wanting to get back on the bike.

“He actually healed really quickly and didn’t let it bother him too

much,” Rick says of the break which typically takes months to heal.

The youngster is fast making a name for himself on the track, both here and interstate, and was recently named the 2018 Victorian State Motocross Champion.

He has also won the SA state title for this year and last year took out the 7-9 year old title for South Australia and the same in the Northern Territory.

Riding an automatic in the Division 2 50cc class at events at Keith, Gilman, Murray Bridge and Renmark, Ryder and his family also regularly travel interstate to compete.

He has begun racing in the 65cc

geared class too and typically competes against 15-20 other riders in the 7-9 year old age category.

A Year 3 student at Trinity College Gawler River, Ryder loves the speed of the bike, and is not fazed by the height he reaches when jumping the large mounds on the track his dad purpose-built in his backyard.

“I like going fast and hitting the jumps,” he said.

“If there’s big jumps it can get a bit tricky but I still like doing them.

“It’s a lot of fun.”

Ryder will compete at the junior nationals in Tasmania from September 29 to October 6th.

Good luck Ryder!

For a lad who had only really picked up a rugby ball a year ago, Jack Hankins has big things ahead of him.

The lightweight 12-year-old Year 7 student at Two Wells Primary School recently represented the state at the 2018 School Sport Australia Rugby League Championships, where his South Australian U12 team played against teams from Northern Territory, Western Australia, ACT, New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland.

Jack was chosen after representing his school at a district level and says the experience was a lot of fun.

“I like the speed of the game,” he said.

“I played a wing position, centre and edge runner.

“I got close to scoring a try, but my job was to be a support

Twelve-year-old Jack Hankins of Two Wells recently represented the state at the 2018 School Sport Australia Rugby League Championships. runner.”

With a love for football and currently playing in the midfield for the U14 team for Two Wells, Jack has also tried his hand at soccer, cricket, baseball and athletics.

“I tried rugby because it was something new and different,” he said.

“Rugby is a different game where you don’t have to be big to play; speed and skill count.”

Congratulations Jack.

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