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Virginia almond grower, Brenton Sharpe, said the growing season has been a good one, following the recent almond harvest. PHOTO: BEC O’BRIEN

Harvest goes nuts Growers of almonds on the Adelaide Plains have enjoyed a successful harvest this year on the back of ideal, hot and dry, growing conditions, contributing to a record national crop that may nudge 100,000 tonnes for the first time.

The previous record crop for Australian almonds was 82,000 tonnes, however Almond Board of Australia CEO, Ross Skinner, said the increase is due to a growth in almond plantings and an incidentfree growing season.

The world all over is going crazy for almonds, which can be somewhat attributed to a surge in vegan and vegetarian diets and a movement towards healthier eating habits.

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National almond crop set to crack 100,000-tonne shell Natalie Centenera reports:

a new free trade agreement with China, and the Australian almond industry looks to be in good stead for the foreseeable future.

Brenton Sharpe, a long-time almond grower from Virginia, said it is pleasing to see the price of almonds increase, especially when coming back from the lows experienced a few years ago.

“I’d like the prices to be higher,but I’m not complaining” he chuckled.

Brenton said even though almond trees can survive on low quantities of irrigation, to yield a good crop, trees still need a decent amount of good quality water.

Tight water restrictions may impact growers in other parts of Australia next season, however the Adelaide Plains has access to reclaimed water.

But like all things, it is a balancing act as almond trees are susceptible to water with higher salinity.

Brenton has no plans to extend his crops and ride the wave of growth in the almond industry, he is leaving that up to the bigger players in the Riverland, Victoria and New South Wales where 98 per cent of almonds are grown in Australia.

Australia is the second largest producer of the world’s almonds, contributing seven per cent to the world’s total, with India being the largest buyer.

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Three out of five Adelaide Plains Council by-laws have expired it has been revealed, sparkWard Belting new bylaws to be drafted and releasedGawler for public consultation.

Lewiston Two Wells Middle Council’s by-law expiation fee Beach Gawler is also set to rise, having last seen River Port Gawler an increase almost two decades ago.

MacDonald Buckland Port Gawler Park APC development and commuPenfield Virginia Park Conservation Andrews Munno Para Gardens Park Farm nity general manager Rob Veitch Penfield tabled a report at council’s meetWaterloo RAAF Base ing on May 27 outlining the draft Corner Edinburgh Elizabeth Circulating in by-laws, which include Permits Angle Vale, Lewiston, Two Wells, & Virginia, and Penalties, Local Government Middle Beach, Lower Light, Port Gawler, and Land, Roads, Dogs, and MoveBuckland Park. able Signs.

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Of these, council’s Permits and Penalties, Roads and Moveable Signs by-laws expired on January 1, 2019, and the remaining bylaws, Local Government Land and Dogs will expire on January 1, 2020.

Council members attended a closed informal gathering on February 11 this year where an internal review of the five by-laws was considered.

“Council’s by-laws have been reviewed extensively by Norman Waterhouse Lawyers in consultation with relevant staff and workshopped by council members,” Mr Veitch stated in his report.

“The draft by-laws have been updated, modernised and tailored

to the Adelaide Plains Council area.

“They reflect current best practice by-law making and have been drafted with future growth and changing needs in the area in mind.”

Council’s by-law expiation fee, currently set at $100, has not been updated since 2000 and is now considered to be out of date.

“It is important an appropriate by-law expiation fee is set so that expiations issued have a deterrent effect which ideally results in no further breaches,” Mr Veitch stated.

“For these reasons it is considered that setting council’s by-law expiation fee to $140 starting from

Skate park site plight Bec O’Brien reports: A proposed skate park earmarked for Hart Reserve in Two Wells has some locals questioning the suitability of the site.

Residents have raised concerns with the Adelaide Plains Council about a skate park being built in a council reserve near their homes, citing a raft of reasons why a better site should be considered.

This comes after a decision by APC in March to allocate a portion of the reserve to the Two Wells Regional Action Team (TWRAT) for the construction of a skate park.

Two Wells local, Jenny Dowling, whose home backs onto the reserve, wrote to council last month to voice her concerns, particularly with regard to APC’s recent community survey on the issue.

“I was pleased I was sent a letter inviting me to participate in a survey for the proposed skate facility in Two Wells with an opportunity to respond with my suggestion of the options,” Mrs Dowling wrote.

“I would have expected a written reply about the outcome rather than reading it in the Echo.”

Mrs Dowling made it clear in her letter she fully supported a skating facility within the township, but does not believe Hart Reserve is the appropriate place.

“I have absolutely no problem with another sports facility for the kids in my town and support it,” she said.

“However ...how can a “park like setting” in a residential area be a good place for a skate park?”

Mrs Dowling also raised concerns around lighting, no public toilets, noise pollution and possible vandalisation issues Fellow resident Maria Aunger is also concerned about a skate park being constructed in the reserve.

“I support having a skate park for our community but I don't believe Hart Reserve is the best place for it,” she said.

APC development and community general manager Rob Veitch confirmed TWRAT was currently seeking grant funding to purchase a pilot pump track

to be sited at a yet to be decided location within Hart Reserve. “Management and staff have recently met with several local residents to explain the current status and advised that no change to Hart Reserve will occur in the short term, unless funding is secured,” Mr Veitch said.

“Also, in 2019/2020, council may apply for a grant from the State Government’s ‘Places for People’ fund, to assist in

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“To bring APC into line with adjoining councils, a further increase for 2020/2021 may then follow, as part of the budget process next year.”

The three councils sharing a border with Adelaide Plains, namely City of Playford, Wakefield Regional Council and Light Regional Council, all set their by-law expiation fee at $187.50.

A new by-law to regulate trail bike riding on private land is also currently being finalised and public consultation on this by-law will be sought within months once it has been brought back to elected members in the chamber.

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Gauging railway interest A passenger train service to Two Wells and Virginia has been proposed following a deputation to Adelaide Plains Council last month.

Christopher Ratcliff of Lower Light delivered a deputation to APC at the May general council meeting requesting council drafts correspondence to Transport Minister, Stephen Knoll, and Playford Council to investigate the possibility of a public rail service from Adelaide to Salisbury, Virginia and Two Wells.

Mr Ratcliff is not an expert in trains and railways but holds an avid interest and extensive knowledge on trains and railways in South Australia, and throughout the world.

Addressing councillors and council staff in the chamber, Mr Ratcliff said his request was a ‘must consideration’ due to the opening up of the area for development.

“About 40, 000 people are to move out here, but there is no public transport,” he said.

Mr Ratcliff said there would be no requirement for a new corridor or rails as there is already an existing system.

“Some years ago the sleepers throughout the metropolitan area were changed from wood to concrete, these were dual gauge sleepers, intended to switch from broad to standard gauge - they’re there and have never been used.”

Mr Ratcliff proposed the use of the standard gauge rails when the Gawler line is electrified, as they are already in place and the broad gauge will require replacement at some point due to wear.

“When we electrify the Gawler line, we can change the gauge at the time to replace the worn rails,” he

Lower Light resident and train enthusiast, Christopher Ratcliff, believes a train service to Two Wells is possible if standard gauge rails are used. PHOTO: BEC O’BRIEN said. He further suggested leaving the broad gauge rail in place allowing for both broad and standard gauge trains on that line.

“It would actually cost them nothing, because the line going from interstate through our rail corridor, out through Virginia and Two Wells, is standard gauge, just past the Salisbury railway station, we can now switch into the existing systems.

“You can then run a train from Adelaide on the Gawler rail and then

out of Salisbury, switch to the line to Virginia. Virtually, there are no rail costs - the traffic barriers and signals are already there, a siding already exists at Virginia so a station and platform should be able to be constructed there, and then a siding and platform station at Two Wells.”

Mr Ratcliff admitted there is a ‘fly in the ointment’, that being the actual new train.

“It is an urgent matter, very urgent, because once that train is bought in

broad gauge, you will probably never see rail come out to Two Wells in the next 30 years,” he emphasised.

“The other fly in the ointment is broad gauge is non-preferred throughout the world - the winning gauge is standard, so we may wake up to a system that is obsolete and too costly to change over. When you go to the Salisbury station, the penny drops as to how easy it is to do it.”

Mr Ratcliff proposed using the existing system as it is, and buying a

second hand Victorian standard gauge rail car to go from Adelaide to Two Wells. He said using both standard and broad gauge on the one line gives time for the rolling stock to be switched gradually, without the sudden rush of economics.

“Similar to analogue and digital television, and leaded and unleaded petrol, we ran both systems together until the analogue and leaded petrol were no longer required, but so far, the standard gauge has not been put to the use it was intended for, this is a waste of money of great proportions.”

At the meeting, it was moved to write to Playford Council, Minister Knoll, Lanser Communities and the Hickinbotham Group to ‘seek support for the standard gauge rail system passenger network from Salisbury to Two Wells to be considered and implemented’.

“Should the proposal be supported by the State Government, a passenger train service reinstated between Two Wells and Adelaide would benefit the township expansion and provide public transport for the area,” APC general manager, development and community, Rob Veitch said.

An ARTC (Australian Rail Track Corporation) spokesperson said: ‘Our customers are primarily train operators (passenger and freight) and we continue to work with them to provide access to our rail network across five states. We will continue to meet the changing needs of our customers as they occur as well as building, extending and upgrading our network to bring more business on to rail in the future.’

Grey remains in Ramsey’s hands

Liberal MP, Rowan Ramsey, voting in Peterborough on election day.

ROWAN Ramsey retained the seat of Grey in a dominant swing back in the Liberal member’s favour, largely from the Centre Alliance, previously the Nick Xenophon Team (NXT).

He was on track to be elected on first preferences alone, and attracted more than 50 per cent of votes. Mr Ramsey thanked supporters but quickly moved on to the job at hand, delivering on major infrastructure projects in the region.

“I will work to make sure firstly the projects committed to before

the election, such as the Port Wakefield overpass, new mobile towers and other road upgrades, get moving,” he said.

Labor candidate, Karin Bolton, picked up a little bit of ground on Mr Ramsey but the most surprising result was Centre Alliance’s overall performance, slumping with a swing against it of more than 21 per cent.

This was despite a lengthy campaign with localised policy announcements from candidate, Andrea Broadfoot.

A disappointed Ms Broadfoot

said her results suffered from the loss of brand recognition following the departure of Nick Xenophon from the party.

One Nation was also a major player, attracting more than eight per cent of first preferences, despite candidate, David Stone, doing very little campaigning at all.

Mr Stone was followed by Ms Broadfoot (5.5 per cent), Greens candidate, Candace Champion (4.4 per cent), United Australia Party’s Alexander Warren (3.72 per cent) and Animal Justice

Party’s Jacqui Edgecombe (2.57 per cent).

Political debutant, Richard Carmody, who ran as an Independent, attracted 1.7 per cent of votes.

Champion cruises in Spence LABOR’S Nick Champion won a fifth parliamentary term, claiming the new electorate of Spence on first preferences (52 per cent) at the time of print, with a huge 29 per cent margin over Liberal rival, Kathleen Bourne, in the two party preferred stakes.

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APC seeking budget feedback Bec O’Brien reports: Adelaide Plains Council is proposing to increase rates by three percent in the next financial year and estimates an operating deficit of $592,000.

In a report tabled at APC’s meeting on Monday May 27, finance and economic development general manager Rajith Udugampola, stated the draft 2019/2020 budget deficit could be reduced if council chose to implement a number of cost-saving measures including increasing the rate in the dollar by more than three percent; reducing recurrent operating expenditure by cutting or changing the scope of existing council services and programs; increasing discretionary fees and charges for council services; reducing the service levels of council assets by increasing their useful lives; and reducing the scope and extent of operating projects proposed for the next financial year.

Currently the draft budget proposes to spend more than $400,000 on a variety of operating projects including $100,000 to relocate the Adelaide Plains Kennel and Obedience Club, $50,000 on the Two Wells Main Street Redevelopment, $10,000 to develop a council-wide cemetery plan, $25,000 for maintenance of Wasley’s bridge, and $45,000 to develop a tourism and economic development strategy.

The draft budget also clearly identifies an unsealed road renewal backlog of $2.846 million and a sealed road renewal backlog of $1.159m.

“As a result of not investing sufficiently over previous years in relation to its assets renewal program, council is currently facing a significant infrastructure backlog in its

APC draft operational budget spending for 2019/2020 $100,000 to relocate the Adelaide Plains Kennel and Obedience Club $50,000 on the Two Wells Main Street Redevelopment $10,000 to develop a councilwide cemetery plan $25,000 for maintenance of Wasley’s bridge $45,000 to develop a tourism and economic development strategy road resealing and resheeting program,” Mr Udugampola stated.

“It follows that council is providing a service standard much lower than what was promised to the community (and) on average council has to spend $0.974m on unsealed roads and $0.609m on sealed roads over the next 10 years from the 2020/2021 financial year to clear the infrastructure backlog over time .

“This is in addition to spending $1.395m on unsealed roads and $0.809m on sealed roads in the 2019/2020 financial year.

“Any reduction in the road renewal program in the 2019/2020 financial year will result in increasing the infrastructure backlog.”

Mr Udugampola estimates council’s net capital expenditure at $4.347m, with new loan borrowings proposed to

be around $2.567m.

An increase in waste collection and disposal costs to council will see its kerbside waste collection service charge also increase from $126 to $142.

The Mallala CWMS charge will rise too, from $604 to $622 and the Middle Beach CWMS charge from $405 to $417.

Public consultation on the draft 2019/20 budget and long term financial plan commenced on May 30.

Written submissions in response to the draft document must be received by 5pm on Wednesday June 19.

A special council meeting will be held on Tuesday June 11 from 6pm to hear any verbal public submissions, which must first be registered with APC governance officerAlyssa Denicola by phoning 8527 0200 by 5pm on Friday June 7.

Virginia Residents Action Group members and Playford Councillors, Carol KernickRenna, Bruce Corston, Michelle Bevan, Richard Pateman, Cathy-Jo Tame, Clint Marsh, Peter Rentoulis, Jamie Quirk, Andre Neto and Domenica Bergamin.

Virginia on the move Last month members of the Virginia Residents Action Group (VRAG) met at the Virginia Community Centre with ward one Playford councillors, Clint Marsh, Cathy-Jo Tame and Peter Rentoulis to discuss matters believed to be critical to the growing township.

“The strong message from members of VRAG was they don’t want to see postponement of the Virginia main street upgrade, they want to see it moving forward,” Cr Marsh said.

“They want to keep pushing it with the support from their

local councillors.”

“It is going to happen, and we are hoping to have the money secured in next year’s financial budget.” Cr Peter Rentoulis added.

A lack of pedestrian safety on Sheedy Road was also raised.

Members feel the area needs particular care, especially in regards to school student safety as many children access this road to make their way to and from school.

Cr Rentoulis said the footpath on one side of the road is

the same level as the road, and people felt cars are too close or driving up onto the footpath itself, making it quite dangerous.

Lighting along Sheedy road would also be welcomed.

Another ‘tough’ topic discussed was the need for public transport to be revisited within the local area.

Cr Marsh said that although it is difficult to achieve in the short term, by keeping the issue at the forefront of local and state government, headway may be made in bringing them on board eventually.

Shaping Virginia’s future Virginia is still set to see an upgrade to its main street, despite two knock backs already for federal funding for the project.

City of Playford Council recommitted to the project at its April meeting and will engage a private consultant to begin sourcing community views to help design the upgrade.

An initial amount of $2.6 million will be put towards new footpaths, drainage and streetscaping.

Council had previously committed $1.6 million to the project if a successful $1 million grant application was made.

However, applications have so far been unsuccessful, council staff informing councillors the initial amount approved by council may need to be increased if a recently submitted third grant application is unsuccessful.

Natalie Centenera reports: An upgrade to the main street is somewhat imperative as substantial work is already required to address the poor condition of the footpaths and localised drainage issues.

For the main street and the nearby Institute Park to receive a full upgrade, another $4.3 would be needed.

Despite the financial setbacks, Playford Mayor Glenn Docherty said council had resolved to begin consultation with the community and support an application for the undergrounding of powerlines, which requires an external funding component.

“We’ve been planning the main street upgrade, which extends roughly from the Virginia Oval entrance to Sheedy Road/Penfield Street intersection, for some time

and council is very keen for it to occur,” he said.

“We’re looking forward to beginning an extensive community engagement phase that will start in July and hope Virginia residents will get right behind us in helping to shape their town’s future.”

Sole Savers proprietor Tim Corrigan is a long-time business owner in the town’s shopping precinct and said any improvements to slow traffic along the main street would be welcome.

Mr Corrigan said the thoroughfare was looking tired and in need of a real upgrade and renovation, and was dangerous for pedestrians.

“People are taking their life in their hands just crossing the road here,” Mr Corrigan said.

“Anything to slow the traffic down in the main street and to make things safer for pedestrians would be nice.”

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Pop-up art display a hit with all Bec O’Brien reports: For two weeks last month the Two Wells RSL hall served as a pop-up art gallery.

Local RSL member Bill Verco, along with his wife Penny, is a member of the Salisbury Art Society, and helped facilitate the art display from May 6-16, where more than 60 artworks were hung from the walls throughout the building.

Over the course of the two weeks more than 100 people called in to the hall to view the works that were created in a range of mediums including photographic rural images and artwork in charcoal, pencil, acrylic and oil paint, and pastels.

“We had lots of positive feedback,” Bill said.

“It’s great to promote artists and the local RSL as well.

“We’re trying to promote art and a love of art, and to get the local community interested.”

The free event was such a success Bill is hoping to hold another exhibition at the RSL hall later in the year.

Two Wells RSL member and keen artist Bill Verco with fellow artist Laurie Barber and some of the artworks that were on display last month.

Have your say on waste services Adelaide Plains Council is considering closure of the Mallala and Two Wells resource recovery centres and wants to know what you think.

Council is also seeking feedback on the possible introduction of a weekly, rather than

fortnightly, kerbside waste pick up service.

APC infrastructure and environment general manager Tom Jones said council had opted to mail a survey to residents as its community consultation, where it was hoped both surveys, once

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ADELAIDE Plains Kennel & Obedience Club.

Training Wednesday evenings, Beginners, APRRA Public Meetings. Contact Marg Grades 1 & 2 - 7pm, Grades 3, 4 & 5 - 7.40pm, Conformation 7.40pm. All breeds & people Slater on 0408 087 529 for meeting details. welcome. If you have a problem come & see us. Contact Josie on 8524 3499 for more info.

Australian Plants Society

meetings on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7:30PM in Gawler East Primary School library, Finch Street, Gawler East.

For information on this group ring Robert on 0400 962 082 or Bob on 8571 1172.

alcoholics anonymous

Alcoholics Anonymous, Meets every Thursday evening in Two Wells, Starting at 8pm in the Hall at St. Pauls Anglican Church Old Port Wakefield Road.

Anyone who thinks they may have a problem with alcohol is welcome to attend.

APEC The Adelaide Plains Equestrian club holds riding and horse-related events on the fourth Sunday of each month. Riders of all ages and abilities welcome. Visit the club’s website at www.adelaideplainsequestrianclub.weebly.com and check out what’s coming up or for more information contact Sam on 0408 455 677.

Children’s centre

Two Wells Community Children’s Centre,

27a Gawler Road, Two Wells. Communitybased, fully accredited. Childcare for children aged six weeks to 12 years, Monday to Friday 7am - 6pm. Full time/ part time/casual care, before and after Kindy care, vacation care for schoolaged children. Visit www.twowellskgn. sa.edu.au or phone 8520 2358.

Church times Anglican Church Services St Peter’s Mallala 1st Sunday of the month 10am June 2 10am July 7 10am August 4 Nita Noble - 8527 2303.

St Paul’s Two Wells 10am June 9 10am June 16 10am June 23 10am June 30 10am July 14 10am July 21 10am July 28 Di Meaney - 0427 616 301 Priest: Fr Bart O’Donovan - Ph: 08 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.

Landcare Two Wells, Lewiston & Districts Land Care Group, Monthly Activities. Land Care is bigger than your backyard. Pat. 0419 860 981, Sharon. 0412 345 852.

Lions Club Angle Vale The Lions Club of Angle Vale holds its meetings on the second and fourth Wed at the clubrooms Gabriella Court, Angle Vale, 6.30pm start. New members always welcome, for more info please call 0416 452 925.

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Public Library, 61 Old Port Wakefield Rd, Two Wells. Open: Tuesday 9am to 5pm, Wednesday 12 noon to 7pm, Thursday & Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturday 9am to 11.30am.

Phone: 8520 2100. library@apc.sa.gov.au.

Two Wells Community centre

TWO Wells Community Centre, Available for hire for weddings, special occasions, seminars, conventions. Seats up to 200, large kitchen & bar. Contact Jo Spurling 0401 356 598 for more information.

Two Wells CWA

The Two Wells branch of the South Australian

Country Women’s Association meets on the third Tuesday of the month at the Two Wells Bowling Club from 7pm. New and interested members are welcome to come along.

Find us on Facebook or contact Caroline Lions Club Two Well Hardiman on 0418 781 007 or Jenny Dowling Two Wells Lions Club meets on on 0418 859 875 for more information. the first Tuesday of the month at the Two Wells Equestrian Two Wells Catholic Church. Contact president Ian Gameau or secretary & Pony club 0417 801 1178 or twowellslionsinc@ Two Wells Equestrian and Pony gmail.com for more information.

Club hold rallies on the first and third Mallala Foreshore Sundays of the month at 9.30am on our grounds, Aunger Road, Lewiston.

Advisory Committee Further details on www.twepc.com.au.

Mallala Foreshore Advisory Committee meets the second Tuesday of every Two Wells craft shop month except January at 7pm in the Old The Two Wells Craft Shop located in the old Council Chamber in Two Wells. New Court House is a treasure trove of handcrafted members welcome.

Contact Barb Reid items, gift ware, local produce of olive oil, on 0407 798 285 for further information. honey, jams and relish, bric-a-brac bargains, and hardy, healthy plants ideal for this area.

Mallala Men’s Shed Mallala & district men’s shed inc. is Open Tues. to Fri 9.30am - 4pm. Sat 9.30am open Weds 9 til 12, Sunday 9 til 1pm, other - 1pm, closed Sun and Mon. Find us on times by agreement. Get involved in projects facebook. Facebook.com/twowellscraftshop. or just a coffee and a talk. Conference Two Wells Golf club room available by request. Contact Norm Dicks 0428 559 787 or just turn up. Two Wells Golf Club, McPharlin Road Lewiston (extn of Bethesda Rd). 18 holes Neighbourhood watch Scrapes course open April to October.

Tuesdays Ladies day, Neighbourhood Watch meeting is held Competitions; bi-monthly on second Tuesday of the month tee-off 9 - 9.30am. Saturdays Mixed (except December or January) at 7.30pm in Comp. tee-off from 11 am. Membership the Two Wells Community RSL, Main Street of available Phone Club 8520 2607 or Two Wells. For more information contact Anne Secretary Kath Stubing 0427 803 349.

Porter on 8524 3382 or Maria Aunger 8520 2328.

Two Wells Playgroup

Suicide Prevention Network

The 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 Wednesday 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 Playgroup is held during school

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

Two Wells Probus Club

The Combined Probus Club of Two Wells Inc.

Meetings are held in the Two Wells Bowling Club on the fourth Monday of the month Time Out Craft Group at Two Wells. Meet from 10am. Come along and hear our guest Wednesdays fortnightly, from 10am to 12 noon speakers and enjoy some companionship.

Hart Memorial Hall, Two Wells. June 12 & 26. Contact Judith Lamont 8380 9140.

July 10 & 24. Contact Di Meaney 0427 616 301.

Time Out Craft Group

TWo wells BOWLING CLUB

Whether you are new to lawn bowls or

are a seasoned player why not consider joining the Two Wells Club? We field Pennant teams on Thursday for women, Wednesday child & youth health is Men’s day and Saturday is Open Child and Youth Health, Child and Youth Gender. Social bowls Tuesday evenings Health services are held on the second and October – December & January /February. fourth Friday of each month at The Two Contact Irene Giannikos Ph 0417 810 029.

Wells Children’s Centre, 27a Gawler Rd, Two Two Wells Blue Light Wells 9.15am to 10.30am and 1pm to 4pm by appointment only, 10.30am to 12 noon Two Wells Blue Light held five times drop in. Call 1300 733 606 for appointments. a year. For ages eight to 15 years. For more information contact Maria Aunger on Community bus 8520 2328 or Anne Porter on 8524 3382.

Community Bus, for all bookings ph: Two Wells CFS 8527 0200. Jasmin Daniele still acts as volunteer bus liason, however all places/ CFS senior training every Monday night enquiries are now through Council. starting at 7.30pm open to anyone over the age of 17 years old. Everyone welcome however day time crews are needed. Cadet training is every second Wednesday starting at 5.30pm until 7pm. Open to anyone aged 11 and above. Located in Wells Road Two Wells.

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Two Wells Red Cross

Two Wells Red Cross meets on the first Tuesday of every month at the Catholic Church Hall, Two Wells at 1.30pm.

All welcome. Contact Jasmin Daniele on 8520 2233 for further information.

Two Wells scouts Cubs & Joeys

Two Wells Scout Group. Cubs: 6.30pm - 8pm (Tuesdays) Scouts: 6.30pm 8.30pm (Thursday) Joeys: 6.30pm 7.30pm (Monday). Contact Group Leader, Roger Ford.

0438 202 445.

Two Wells RSL

The Two Wells RSL opening and office

hours until further notice: Tuesdays: 0930 - 1200 hrs approx. Friday evening meals: Served at 1835 hrs. approx. First and third of each month ONLY. Friday office hours on these days: 1300 - 1800 hrs ONLY. Office only on, second and fourth Fridays 1400 1700 hrs approx. For all enquiries contact secretary John Allen on ‭0411 894 245‬.

Two Wells Regional Action Team

Meetings at 7.30 pm on the third Wednesday of each month in Two Wells Catholic Church Hall. Contact Caroline Scutcheon 0417 801 178 for more info.

Two Wells United Youth

Two Wells United Youth is an engaging and interactive Christian social group for children aged 12 years to Year 12. Based at the Two Wells Uniting Church the group meets on Fridays during school terms from 5.30pm7.3-pm. $3 includes tea. Contact Robyn Lewis on 0413 097 013 for more information

Uniting Church Australia Op Shop

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

UC Australia Adult Fellowship

Uniting Church Adult Fellowship.

Meetings held monthly in the Uniting Church Hall with the aim to provide supported friendship and opportunities and to support the ongoing mission of the church. For information contact Mollie Frost 8520 2073 or Alan Howell 8520 3063.

yoga

YOGA, Classes are at the Two Wells Catholic Church Hall are held on Mondays 7pm to 8.15pm. Enquiries to Diane 0427 616 301 or meaney014@gmail.com

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Hay problems stacking up Bec O’Brien reports:

Sourcing hay has become so dire in the area some residents are having their animals euthanised because they cannot afford to feed them.

With last year’s hay yield estimated to be down by 50 per cent due to a lack of rain and some untimely frost, hay supply was already limited.

Add into the mix drought conditions interstate, and local hay producers sending their supply there, many hobby farmers, horse owners and livestock producers are left with little choice.

Two Wells Pet Food and Fodder Store owner, Sharon Deverson, has seen the impact first hand, with some customers needing consoling after admitting they had to euthanise their horses due to a lack of feed.

Sharon and husband Jeff Cleaver have run the store from 2016 and said this year’s hay shortage is the worst they had seen since entering the industry.

“Our suppliers have been fantastic, they have given us everything they have and have kept the price reasonable but as far as we are led to believe, there is no hay, farmers just don’t have any.”

Sharon said she had contacted interstate relatives to see if supplies were better but was not holding her breath.

“We live in the driest continent in the driest state and you’d think

we’d be a little bit smarter,” she said.

“The dry conditions in Qld and NSW meant local farmers sent their hay interstate to cater for their needs, which left us with nothing.

“Unfortunately it’s too late for many people, if they haven’t stocked up and don’t have a contingency plan, there’s no more hay.

“We’ve had multitudes of people tell us they’ve had to put a horse down because they cannot afford to feed it (and) we’re the people they come to to mourn.”

Oaten hay per bale has risen from $13 to $16 and is now at around $19, and some fodder stores are selling it as high as $23 per bale.

These prices are having an impact across the board, with Kerry Rose of Chapel Lodge Standardbred Rescue and Rehabilitation in Two Wells feeling the pinch.

With 22 horses currently in her care, Kerry is hoping to find homes as quickly as possible for those she has taken in.

The not-for-profit organisation is well-known in the racing industry as the place for ex-trotters, pacers and standardbred horses to go for rehabilitation and rehoming.

Her feed bills have soared to around $1200 per week, almost 50 per cent up on last year.

“I have to feed a lot of hard feed now because the hay we’ve got is just straw,” Kerry stated.

“The horses all have to be supplemented with their feeds, but to be honest, if I can continue to get straw I can manage, but it’s just the

May Update It was a great delight to attend the 70th Wedding Anniversary of my dear friends Bet and Les Williams on Sunday, 12 May at Mawson Lakes. I have known Bet and Les for most of my life and had the great pleasure of celebrating their marvellous milestone with their close family and friends. Both delivered memorable speeches filled with wisdom and laughter.

Chapel Lodge owner, Kerry Rose, with one of the horses she is hoping to rehome. excessive cost.”

Kerry said she had sourced a truckload of hay from Eyre Peninsula and was actively seeking other feed options but it was time consuming and costly.

If you can offer assistance in rehoming a horse from Chapel Lodge, contact Kerry Rose by visiting the website https://chapellodge.webs. com/ or email kerry@chapellodge. com.au

Tips for horse owners

n Use hay nets or slow feeders to reduce wastage n Introduce hard feed now - chaff and pellets n Use hay rounds over bales where possible n Keep hay off the ground n Support your friends and neighbours in the industry

Colic on the rise across the district Bec O’Brien reports: WHILE it has recently rained, severe dry conditions and a change in diet has seen a huge increase in the number of cases of colic reported in horses across the district, with owners being advised to introduce new feed slowly and over time.

Adelaide Plains Equine Clinic (APEC) veterinarian Elizabeth Herbert said she has recently had an 80 per cent increase in colic cases than was average for this time of year, one horse unfortunately dying as a result.

Dr Herbert indicated a change in feed was a common denominator in all of these cases.

“We had eight callouts, that’s probably about six more than I would expect to see for this time of year (May),” Dr Herbert said.

“Every one of them had a change in the hay being fed - in some cases it was oaten hay but from a different source, in others it was a new feed.

“The interesting thing was these were all different kinds of colic.”

Hay supplies are dangerously low across the district and many people are buying whatever

RSL hours reduced Opening hours at the Two Wells RSL will be reduced as of this month.

From Friday June 7 the RSL hall will only be open for tea on the first Friday of each month.

A downturn in the number of members attending and confusion regarding the current times of opening brought about the change.

The RSL office will still be open on Tuesday mornings from 9.30am until 12 noon and Fridays from 12 noon until 3pm, however these times are subject to change at short notice.

For more information contact John Allen on 0411 894 245.

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they can when they can, which has had a direct impact on the health of their horses, according to Dr Herbert.

“Generally when you switch from one kind of hay to another you do it gradually,and even the same hay from a different supplier can have an impact,” she said.

“Instead of waiting to the last minute, it’s important for people to buy it earlier and introduce it slower, but right now that’s difficult to do.”

While it has been reported some people are having to euthanise their horses as a result of hay shortages, Dr Herbert said she had seen only a slight increase, and hasn’t made a judgement call on that.

“What we’re seeing is people are opting not to proceed on older horses, especially with things that might be curable – people just have

to do what they have to do.”

As a direct result of a recent visit to a Lewiston property where a number of horses were treated for starvation, Dr Herbert said a nurse at APEC started a social media campaign to help horse owners who were struggling to find feed.

The “SA Horse Owners in Drought” Facebook page has nearly 1900 members and hundreds of comments from people looking for hay, as well as offering advice, help and support.

With the variety of feed severely restricted, Dr Herbert advised horse owners not to feed their animals “just anything”.

“A lot of people are talking about using pea straw but I’ve seen so many terminal colic cases from using pea straw I’d highly recommend not using that,” she said.

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I w a s a l s o i n v i t e d b y P ro g r a m Coordinator of the Intercultural Future Program, Alexandra McGee, to speak about leadership development and encouragement at the Welcoming Australia facilities. The Program is focused on fostering leadership skills and capacity in young leaders from refugee and migrant backgrounds, and is a brilliant initiative that helps promote inclusivity and opportunity in Australia.

On Saturday, 25 May I represented Hon. Jing Lee MLC at The Quan Am Temple’s Buddha’s Birthday celebrations and rituals in Waterloo Corner. The most significant event on the Buddhist calendar is the celebration of the birth of Prince Siddhartha Gautama (also known as Buddha) which has been recognised

by Buddhists as a day of reflection and commemoration for over 2,600 years.

As a patron and life member of the Two Wells Football & Netball Sporting Club, I also want to take this opportunity to acknowledge Ned Seccafien’s 200th A grade game played against Virginia on Saturday, 11 May. Congratulations on your milestone Ned! It has been a pleasure to watch you play since your junior days. It was also interesting to see Virginia A grade play that game in blue & white colours, which I well remember wearing for Two Wells – Virginia from 1971-3.

Father and son Neville & Ned Seccafien – back-to-back premiership winning coach and captain of the Two Wells Football Club

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Thumbs up for new plant nursery Bec O’Brien reports: A collaborative project between the Adelaide Plains Council and Two Wells Lions Club will see a community seedling nursery up and running before the end of the financial year.

The project, a result of a $10,000 Community Environment grant from the Adelaide and Mount Lofty Ranges Natural Resources Management Board, will see Lions’members learn how to propagate native seeds, grow and care for them as tubestock and use them to ultimately revegetate council verges, parks, and coastal and recreation areas across the district.

APC coastal conservation officer, Warrick Barnes, welcomed the project, saying it would be a great example of a collaborative venture between council and the broader community.

“This project is council supporting community initiatives,” he said.

“Annually we have three to five thousand seedlings go in the ground across the APC area, so there’s a lot of potential with this program.”

Two Wells Lions Club secretary, Caroline Scutcheon, said the nursery would be run by volunteers with support from council staff, and would be based at the council’s Two Wells depot.

Ms Scutcheon said down the track it was hoped other groups, such as Trees for Life and Conservation Volunteers Australia, could also be

APC coastal conservation officer Warrick Barnes and Two Wells Lions Club secretary Caroline Scutcheon are excited by a new plant nursery to be established in Two Wells.

involved, as well as the local school and other community groups.

“The whole idea is to create that positive environment,” Caroline said.

“People don’t necessarily have to get their hands dirty, they could just come and be a part of it for that mental stimulation.”

All volunteers will be taught propagation techniques as part of the

program, with the big picture looking at council utilising the nursery for its planting program each year.

“We have to use commercial nurseries for our seedling stock at the moment,” Mr Barnes said.

“This project will reduce the cost of that and see community projects, coastal projects and council projects all benefit.

“We’ll have to start small but

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the long-term goals are to be able to provide for the entire district, there’s no real limit.”

Already the project has seen a large donation of seedling equipment, and a workshop focusing on seed collection is also in the works.

If you would like to be involved in the Two Wells Community Nursery project, please contact Caroline Scutcheon on 0417 801 178.

Join FAIBS for a mega planting day at Port Gawler Friends of the Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary (FAIBS) need your help to plant 1000 native seedlings this month.

The group, with support from the Adelaide and Mt Lofty Ranges Natural Resources Management Board and Adelaide Plains Council is looking for volunteers to help improve habitat within the sanctuary at Port Gawler beach on Sunday June 16 from 9am until 1pm.

Members of theTwo Wells Lions Club will provide a sausage sizzle lunch for a small cost, and there will also be cold drinks to purchase as well as free tea and coffee throughout the morning.

To get to the site, turn off Port Wakefield Road onto Port Gawler Rd. Travel down this road for about 7.5km and veer to the right when it comes to a dog leg in the road.

Follow the road past the recreational off-road vehicle park; it will end in a car park.

Volunteers are asked to RSVP for catering purposes to faibssa@gmail. com by June 11, and to wear closedtoe shoes, bring along snacks, a water bottle, sunscreen, hat, and wear insect repellent.

Gloves and any tools required will be supplied, but volunteers are encouraged to bring along their own if they prefer.

FAIBS restoring habitats

On Sunday May 19, some 20 volunteers met at the Port Parham Sports and Social club for a short drive to sand dune habitat behind the seaside town.

This area has been fenced for a couple of years now, to protect it from disturbance.

The samphire has responded to become better restored, and weed management and replanting with a variety of local plant species has become possible.

FAIBS activities focus on restoration of the habitat in the Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary (AIBS) now that the migratory birds have gone north, and rain and cooler weather are upon us.

Sunday’s task was to take 350 seedlings and plant them into the red sand of the dune system.

We were shown the technique and everyone was keen to grab a trowel and get on with the task.

By FAIBS member, Jennifer Hiscock

Some prepared the guards, and others put them in place around the seedlings.

A number of different plant species had been provided; local plants that are known to promote butterfly visits.

The soft sand made for pleasant planting experiences.

The plants were inserted amongst the already present vegetation.

This included poisoned boxthorn left in place until the new varieties of plants take hold and can support the resident birds/insects/ etc.

Other weeds were also present and left to keep the soil in place until the newly planted species can grow and

out-compete them.

The forecast rain came in two heavy, short lived showers early on and then held off until the planting was complete.

Thanks to everyone for making the journey on what was forecast to have been a rainy day.

Well done for inserting 350 plants into this unique area.

FAIBS’ next planting day will be a mega planting effort at Port Gawler on Sunday June 16 from 9am until 1pm with a sausage sizzle provided by the Two Wells Lions Club.

RSVP to FAIBS by emailing faibssa@gmail.com by Tuesday June 11 to help with catering purposes.

Planting at Pt Parham are (from left) Tammy Leggett, Janine Starts, Bruce Barker, Kath Stubing, Ian Forsyth, Mitch Johnson, Khin Johnson, Viv Wilson, Natasha Ameira, Harry Rudland, Maree Merchant, Quang Minh Vu, Joan Gibbs and Warrick Barnes.

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United in celebrations

By Rae Wilson, TWUC member:

Two Wells Uniting Church (TWUC) celebrated its 150th birthday with a special service on Sunday, April 14, led by Malcolm Wilson.

Malcolm welcomed Reverend Sue Ellis, current Moderator of the SA Uniting Church, who with her husband Rob, travelled to Two Wells especially for the event.

The celebration was attended by about 85 people including both past and present members, who took the opportunity to reminisce and share memories of their Sunday School days.

The church was filled with the sound of music as everyone joined in singing hymns and songs, both traditional and modern, with the band and singers, all of whom brought their gift of music to help celebrate the day.

At the conclusion of the service, people gathered together in the hall to enjoy a delicious meal prepared and served by present members.

RIGHT: Catching up at the birthday celebrations was Tim Littleford and Karen Driver.

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Moderator of SA Uniting Church Sue Ellis cuts the birthday cake with Two Wells Uniting Church leader Malcolm Wilson. Also pictured at right are past and present church members Harry Groom, Harry Hoogenhout and Chris Groom.

TWPS students attending the 7th SA Space Forum last month were Charlotte, Kirra, Lockie, Jasmine, Ruan and Zoe.

Students share space mission at space forum Bec O’Brien reports: Six students from Two Wells Primary School shared their Space Mission journey with the cream of the industry at the seventh South Australian Space Forum held at the Adelaide Convention Centre last month.

The students manned a Department for Education stand during the forum where they shared their involvement in both the

SA Schools Space Mission project and the STEM Ambassadors program with attendees to the conference during morning and lunchtime breaks.

TWPS science teacher, Mike Hawkey, said the forum was a great experience for the students and in between breaks they enjoyed speaking to other stand holders about careers in STEM and specifically in the space industry.

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Clare locals Kristian Budarick, Skye Pearse, Alysha Heinrich, Nathan Cox, Amelia O’Brien and Ben McDonald at Shut The Gate winery. PHOTOS: BEC O’BRIEN

Adelaide girls Jasmine Williamson and Kim Ward at Pikes Winery.

At Pikes Winery were old school friends from Booborowie, Adrian Bruce, Craig White, Philip “Booga” Price, James Catt and Kym Norton.

Long-time friends, former Two Wells girl Tricia Spurling and former Jamestown lass, Tanya Seddon at Pikes Winery.

Greg Spurling, Gary Farr and Andrew Hall at Pikes Winery.

Visiting Pikes Winery from Adelaide was Polli Woods and Peter Holden.

Ben and Abbie Wyman of Adelaide at the picturesque Pikes Winery.

Enjoying the morning at Shut The Gate was Robyn Coulter of Mt Barker, Peta Smith of Clare and Sonia Ruta of Adelaide.

Taking in the scenery at Shut The Gate Winery was, from left, Shelley Willemsen, Sheryn Schwerdt, Chrissy McManus, Lisa Bilney and Sam DalleMolle. RIGHT: Annabelle Ottens of Clare (right) with Megan Rusk and Angela Lush, both of Glenelg.

SALA celebrates artists Adelaide Plains Council will once again support this year’s premier visual arts festival, the South Australian Living Arts Festival (SALA).

During the month of August thousands of artists’ work will be exhibited in locations across the state.

SALA is a free event that aims to promote and celebrate artists at both amateur and professional levels who are working in any genre and medium, to display their unique works of art.

SALA artwork will be accessible to the whole community as many of the venues are libraries, council offices, hotels and cafes; less ‘formal’ places where people

of all ages and backgrounds are likely to frequent.

This year’s theme of “Spread Your Wings” seeks to reflect the diversity and vastness of the APC area, which is predominantly rural, with a large tidal coastal region including the Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary.

During the SALA Festival the Two Wells Library will be transformed into an art gallery where members of the public are welcome to view the exhibition.

In past years a wide variety of artwork including traditional, modern and contemporary pieces incorporating colourful quilts, sculptures, photographs, paintings and even drums, have been

displayed.

APC is now calling for expressions of interest from artists who wish to display their original artwork/s in this year’s SALA festival.

Entry forms need to be submitted to council by COB Tuesday 16 July 2019. Registration forms can be downloaded from the APC website www.apc.sa.gov.au or can be collected from the Mallala principal council office, Two Wells service centre and the Two Wells Library or alternatively can be posted out by request.

For more information contact Anne Sawtell on 8527 0200 or email asawtell@apc.sa.gov.au

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It showcases their artwork and gives them recognition, incorporating artwork from all genres and media in categories including traditional, modern and contemporary.

(For sale or display) Expressions of interest close Tuesday 16 July, 2019.

Artwork must be delivered to the Two Wells Public Library no later than 5pm, Thursday 25 July 2019.

For more information contact: Anne Sawtell P: 8527 0200 E:asawtell@apc.sa.gov.au W: www.apc.sa.gov.au

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Audience hooked by pirate production

Bet and Les’ granddaughters Kate Hollitt and Sarah Williamson made a toast to the couple at their anniversary celebration.

70 years of wedded bliss Bec O’Brien reports:

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Bec O’Brien reports:

Les and Bet Williams on their wedding day in 1949.

Two Wells locals Robert Arbon and Malcolm Wilson.

The annual Two Wells Melodrama performance has once again been a hit, with sold out shows and great reviews.

This year’s story “The Whole Nine Yarrrs” was written by Stacey Murray and Sarah Williams, and was directed and produced by Eleisha Arbon with the assistance of fellow cast member Sam Batson.

The performance centered around the pirate ship the Frothy Mermaid and its band of pirates and stowaways as it travelled from island to island pillaging and scavenging.

There was sabotage, swindling and ship wreck, not to mention a couple of lovebirds who washed up on an island and imposed on its resident castaway.

The music and songs throughout the performance were well received by the audience, with solos and duets

ABOVE LEFT: Kerry Heym and Kay Boon during a scene.

LEFT: Singing a solo during this year’s production was Alex Chapman.

BELOW: John Cavallaro back on stage after a break from performing.

a strong feature and audience participation encouraged, while the set and costumes enhanced the pirate theme of the production.

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Former Two Wells Primary School principal Alan Young, Marg Young and Jo Spurling. the library in the main street, which when in full bloom is a lovely sight.

Member of the Legislative Council, John Dawkins has been a long-time friend and was delighted to attend the celebration last month.

“Two wonderful people who I have known for most of my life, great speeches from both,” he posted on social media.

Les and Bet’s daughter, Jan Trengove said her par-

ent’s commitment to community was something to aspire to.

“Their unconditional love and support of family and friends has become part of our family’s DNA,” she said.

“The celebration was a wonderful time of reconnecting, and mum and dad were very grateful.”

Congratulations Les and Bet, what a wonderful inspiration you both are.

Since its establishment in 1982 the Two Wells Melodrama Group has raised nearly $700,000 for local community groups.

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When it comes to wedding anniversaries it’s not often you hear about a couple who have spent seven decades together, but that is what former Two Wells identities Les and Bet Williams celebrated last month.

Now aged in their 90s and living in a retirement facility in Mawson Lakes, the couple was married on May 7, 1949 in the Woodville Methodist Church.

They celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary with family and friends on Sunday May 12, where their children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family and many former community members were in attendance.

Les was born in 1926 in Two Wells and spent his whole life living on the Plains.

He met Betty, also born in 1926, when he was in primary school and her father came to teach at the local school in Two Wells.

The rest, as they say, is history.

Once married, the couple settled in Two Wells and after a few years in the Murray Mallee at Lameroo, came home with their four children and immersed themselves in community life.

They became involved in a broad range of community groups and organisations and in many instances helped establish something from the ground up.

Les was pivotal in establishing the town’s first Rotary Club and also instigated the drama group known as the Melodrama.

The pair wrote the town’s community history, published as “Then and Now” and was also behind the local community newsletter known as The Echo, which is now a popular community newspaper in its own right.

Community was Les and Bet’s forte and was something they were most passionate about.

In acknowledgement of their community service, a rose garden was planted and named in Bet’s honour near

ABOVE: Melodrama cast members, from left, Alessandro Renaglia, Kay Boon, Sarah Williams, John McInerney, Paul Schmelzkopf (obscured), Anne Arbon and Lance Grant.

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Two Wells’ community garden project is looking succulent. Literally.

Bec O’Brien reports: Last month saw members of the town’s local garden club use their skills and knowledge to create a succulent garden within the broader developing garden at the rear of the old courthouse that is situated on the main street.

The garden has been an on-going project for the past nine months following a $20,000 state government grant last year.

Cuttings for the succulent garden were supplied by garden club members from their own gardens, as well as local friends’ gardens, and were quickly and efficiently planted on Thursday May 23.

Garden coordinator Di Meaney said the project was taking shape, with a native butterfly garden established, vegetable seedlings planted in wicking beds, a children’s sandpit area created, pathways constructed and more to come.

“We will be having two pergolas constructed in the next few weeks,” Di added.

“And we’re also still looking for someone to cut the IBC tanks for us to use as more wicking beds and for people to sponsor a wicking bed.”

If you would like to be involved in the community garden project or can help in any way contact Di Meaney on 0427 616 301 or Judi Frost on 0427 417 905.

Two Wells CFS News With Chantel Harris

CFS crew crash trained There has been no slowing down for our local CFS volunteers with another 13 calls in one month, taking our response up to 212.

You may have seen our volunteers busily cooking a bbq at the Two Wells election held at the Primary School last month.

Thank you to those people who came over to help support us by buying something yummy.

We found the charcoal chicken salad rolls were a hit.

Our volunteers are always making time to better their skills by participating in courses.

We will soon have another two people road crash trained to help out at car accidents, which is always a blessing to help those who are trapped in their vehicles.

Planting succulents in the Two Wells Community Garden last month were local garden Other members have club members, from left, Judi Frost, Sue Wendland, Di Meaney, (back) Sue Holland passed breathing appaand Lorraine Goss. ratus courses and some

are doing their basic firefighting course to be able to jump on the truck.

It is also great to see our young cadets following up into seniors and responding on the truck.

Anyone wishing to join the Two Wells CFS, feel free to come along Monday nights from 7pm and have a chat.

Cadets start from the age of 11 and train fortnightly on Wednesday nights.

While you are in town you may see our cadets doing some training, if you see them out and about give them a wave.

A quote I’ve read and found to be so true is: THE BEST THING AN OLD FIREMAN CAN DO, IS TEACH A YOUNG FIREMAN HOW TO BECOME AN OLD FIREMAN

Motoring

A great day is an A40 day Ethan Allen reports: YOU might have been lucky enough to have seen a vintage black car roaming the streets of Balaklava lately, looking out of place and from an era gone by - that vintage car is an Austin A40 and is owned by local diesel mechanic, Andrew Deer.

The Austin A40, made in 1949, looks like it just rolled off the assembly line with its vintage white wall tyres and not a scratch in sight.

Buying the car in March 2018 at Craig Johnson’s property auction for $800, the car was quickly brought back to Andrew’s Short Terrace yard to begin the restoration process.

From the minute the car rolled into the yard, Andrew and his son Anthony, set out on the task of getting the car back to its former glory.

Craig’s father had bought the car with the hope of restoring it for Craig’s mother, but unfortunately never got around to it.

Andrew always had the same intention, except he was doing it for his brother, Bill.

Bill Deer was diagnosed with dementia in 2016, and after being diagnosed, his health started rapidly deteriorating until he had to go into a nursing home.

When he was younger, Bill had bought his brother’s A40, which Andrew said, at the time was considered the ‘bees knees’, and had always loved ‘going fast’.

“Bill loved the Austin A40, and when we were all growing up, we would all hop in it and drive flat

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Andrew in the drivers seat of his beloved and treasured A40. out - it was an amazing feeling,” Andrew said.

As Bill’s health worsened, he became lifeless and couldn’t remember very much.

With the memory of his brother and the A40 on his mind, Andrew set out in search of one with the hope of sparking Bill’s memory.

His family was sceptical of the idea at first with the majority of the family thinking there would be no way Bill would remember the car.

After renovating the car, and having it looking like it did ‘back in their younger days,’ Andrew and all of his siblings took the car to Bill’s nursing home.

“It was an unbelievably special moment when Bill first saw the car, it made us all forget about the dementia for a little while as Bill started to remember some of the memories made in his own A40,” Andrew said.

“He even said his favourite saying - ‘A great day is an A40 day’ - it

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was all surreal.”

With the family reminiscing around the car, it was a proud moment for Andrew as the idea had brought the family together and provided long lasting memories they’d never forget.

“I’m glad our family got to experience the joy of seeing Bill happy once more - dementia is a hostile disease,” Andrew said.

Bill tragically passed away on January 18 this year, but Andrew and his family will always have the memory of Bill tied with that special Austin A40.

“I’ll never sell the car, not with all the memories we now have and the happiness it has brought our family is priceless now,” Andrew said.

With plans to fix up a few interior aspects of the A40, Andrew is looking forward to running the Bay to Birdwood in the car this year with his three other brothers in Bill’s memory.

Andrew Deer with the Austin before Jim, baby Will, Bill, Terry and Andrew Deer (left) and after (right). He is pictured with Graham Wood. around the A40.

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Highest temperatures since records began!

This last summer, and to the end of April, saw the highest temperatures since records were being taken for the state and the 131-year record of the driest start to the year for South Australia.

Two records we did not really want but let us try and learn from them and select plants that can withstand these conditions.

It has been long and hot, yet some gardens have survived- some even well.

As has been suggested many AMATEUR times before, go for aGARDENER walk in your local area and the nearby towns to see what has survived well during these extremely hard conditions and what has suffered and died. How can you improve your own microclimate and what can you plant for your garden to survive for the seasons to come?

One asset we can use that is free and fairly readily available to all is the fallen autumn leaves from deciduous trees. AMATEUR GARDENER This type of mulch keeps the soil warmer in winter, cooler in summer, helps improve the soil fertility therefore needing less applications of fertiliser.

The soil retains water more readily, helps soil erosion and supresses weeds.

Spread the fallen leaves on the garden beds about three inches, or 7cm deep – this can be a bit

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deeper on just bare soil.

It really sounds like a wonder mulch but one whichTis often overlooked.

To hasten decomposition run the leaves over with the lawn mower or put through a mulcher and this will speed up the decomposing time.

If spreading them on the garden is not to your fancy then place them on the compost heap to be spread at a later time.

Even put them in the green bin for the green waste collection but E do not overlook the value of autumn leaves as garden mulch.

Putting back into the soil for free whilst even getting a good work out in the garden!

Perhaps a double plus one may think.

One plant that is well suited to the Adelaide Plains is the Justicia carnea.

It goes by the names of Justicia,

Jacobinia, Plume Flower or Prince of Wales Feather.

It is a straggly evergreen plant suited to the back of the garden bed growing to about 1.9 metres by one metre with fairly large deeply veined bronze to purple coloured leaves and flowers during Summer and Autumn, but also spasmodically throughout the year.

It needs to be in a semi shaded G is not that tolerant of position and frost.

The Justicias are native to the tropics and warmer temperate climates – America, India and Africa, but it is well worth finding a suitable spot for this plant.

The flowers which are the redeeming feature are a very pretty pink rose colour resembling the Prince of Wales Feathers as the common name suggests with the flowers being eight to 10 cm long lasting well on the bush.

The flowers are really its crowning glory, making up for the spindly nature of the bush.

Cut back in spring and give a good fertiliser to promote new growth and flowers.

A rather old-fashioned plant but worthy of growing plus it propagates easily from cuttings.

Another member of the Justicia family is the commonly called shrimp plant Justicia brandegeena

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Soil preparation key to a happy garden Bec O’Brien reports: IF you are wanting to get the best out of your garden, take the time to prepare the soil properly.

That is the advice of experienced horticulturalist, Alex Wilson, of Oasis Horticulture.

Alex was in Two Wells on May 9 as a guest of Adelaide Plains Council’s library services program, talking to eager green thumbs from across the district.

With the rain finally falling steadily all that day, Alex advised it was now the perfect time to get your autumn plants into the ground.

“Hopefully the moisture we’re seeing is making its way down into the soil profile,” he said.

“It all starts with the soil profile (and) soil preparation is the key to getting a healthy garden.

“It’s worth putting that effort and time in to prepare the soil.”

If you are looking for colour Alex suggested planting pansies, cyclamen and violas.

To enjoy a variety of winter vegies over the coming months, plant broccoli, cabbage, brussel sprouts, spinach, silverbeet, chard and cauliflower now also.

“It’s not a bad idea to try and stagger crops as best you can so not all of your produce is ready at the same time,” he said.

For sweeter tasting lettuce, grow it in the cooler months and be sure to add mulch throughout the year, not

just in summer.

“In South Australian conditions, using a wetting agent is really a vital part of gardening,” Alex advised.

“It’s going to help the water get to where it’s needed most.

“And always finish off with mulch.

“I stick with straw-based mulch because it will break down and give back to the soil over time.”

Living in the picturesque Adelaide Hills with his young family, Alex aims to practice permaculture in the family’s own garden, striving to grow as much fresh produce as possible.

LEFT: Lorraine Goss was the winner of this door prize and is pictured here with horticulturalist Alex Wilson.

BELOW LEFT: Judi Frost attended the gardening presentation with her sister Jill Barclay, who was a lucky door prize winner.

BELOW: Viv Bihun of Two Wells got some gardening tips from presenter Alex Wilson.

Tips for the home gardener • Add compost to the soil before planting and mix well • Fertilise new seedlings with seaweed concentrate • Use a wetting agent • Add gypsum to aid drainage in heavy clay soils • Mulch all year round

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Free soil PH testing Landholders are being offered free soil pH testing to help establish the extent of soil acidity in the Adelaide and Mt Lofty Ranges (AMLR) region.

A five-year sustainable agriculture project being run by Natural Resources AMLR aims to provide free soil testing for at least 100 properties by the end of June as the first phase of Soil Acidity: What Lies Beneath.

The testing is available to non-commercial or semi-commercial landholders, who will receive the test results and a report with recommendations for addressing any deficiencies.

Soil pH is a measure of the acidity or alkalinity of soil.

It affects a number of processes, including plant nutrient availability.

Sustainable Agriculture Officer Rebecca Tonkin said soil acidity was a serious land degradation issue.

“It affects soil and plant health so that plant quality and yield can be reduced and the beneficial creatures in the soil can die,’’ Ms Tonkin said.

“The resulting degradation of the soil can also lead to breakdown of soil structure and an increased presence of weeds.

“Over time, soil acidification can reduce the variety of suitable cropping and pasture species.’’

Ms Tonkin said a recent analysis of data found a gap in the knowledge of the extent and severity of soil acidity, and whether it was being recognised and treated on non-commercial and semi-commercial land in this region.

“This testing program will support and expand our

Farmers in the region are being encouraged to take part in a specific soil testing project this month. Photo: Lucy Hyde. existing soil monitoring efforts in the region,” she said.

“We will also be running training events in June to raise awareness of the impacts of soil acidity in agriculture and how landholders can address them.”

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The kits will then be collected for testing and the results provided around a month later.

Landholders can register their interest to participate in testing or to attend a training event by contacting Sustainable Agriculture Officer Rebecca Tonkin on 0400 488 786 or Rebecca.tonkin@sa.gov.au

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Creative at CWA Two Wells CWA president Caroline Hardiman reports:

As always, it has been an exciting time at the Two Wells SACWA branch since our last report.

At our May meeting, we had the fun experience of using fondant to ice cakes.

Branch member, Karen Koch, demonstrated techniques and tools she used to decorate cakes. All members had an enjoyable time experimenting with different fondant types and using many different tools, some liking it to playing with play dough.

For our June meeting, instead of a speaker, we will be making beetroot chutney.

Our annual general meeting will be held at our July meeting and August we are having a demonstration on how to make lamingtons.

On the first Saturday of the month we hold a crafty afternoon at the Old

Council Chambers.

This is an opportunity to catch up, have a cuppa and chat.

The next bingo night will be held on June 14 at the Two Wells Bowls Club, at the same time as the Blue Light Disco, so keep a look out for the SACWA bingo sign.

Our monthly meetings are held on the third Tuesday of the month at the Two Wells Bowling Club from 7-9pm.

Branch meetings are a casual format, where women can meet, share and learn new skills. For more information contact Caroline Hardiman on 0418 781 007 or Jennifer Dowling on 0418 859 875.

RIGHT: Two Wells CWA president Caroline Hardiman with group member Karen Koch, who led a creative fondant icing workshop for members last month.

Anne brings eco-adventure to Two Wells APC deputy mayor Marcus Strudwicke (second from left) with Janet Strudwicke, Cr Joe Daniele and Jasmin Daniele.

Volunteers recognised

About 60 volunteers from around the Adelaide Plains were treated to a free movie session last month as part of Volunteer Week celebrations.

Adelaide Plains Council hosted the event at Gawler Cinemas on Tuesday May 21, showing the British comedy “Swimming With Men” in the morning and the funny American cheer-leading movie “Poms” in the evening.

Australian author Annie Seaton will visit Two Wells next month to promote her eco-adventure books.

Annie lives on the east coast of Australia but every winter leaves the beach to roam remote areas of the country for story ideas and research.

“My inspiration comes from the natural beauty of our Australian landscapes and I’m passionate about raising awareness of the need to preserve the pristine areas that surround us,” Annie said.

Annie’s books have created a new genre called ‘ecoadventure romance, and her

new book “Undara” will be released next month.

She will visit Two Wells on Tuesday June 11 at the Two Wells Bowling Club from 1pm.

To meet Annie and hear all about her books secure your free seat by contacting the Two Wells library on 8520 2100 or email library apc.sa.gov.au.

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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 ‘A Passage to India’ by E.M. Forster.

Passage to India The 1924 novel, A Passage to India, by English author E. M. Forster is set against the backdrop of the British Raj and the Indian independence movement of the 1920s.

Time magazine included the novel in its ‘All Time 100 Novels’ list.

The novel is based on Forster’s experiences in India, deriving the title from Walt Whitman’s 1870 poem “Passage to India”.

The story is centered on Adela Quested and her elderly companion Mrs Moore when they arrive in the Indian town of Chandrapore, and who quickly feel trapped by its insular and prejudiced ‘Anglo-Indian’ community.

Determined to escape the narrow-minded English enclave and explore the ‘real India’, they seek the guidance of the charming and lively Dr Aziz, a cultivated Indian Muslim.

However, a mysterious incident occurs while they are exploring the Marabar caves with Aziz, and the well-respected doctor soon finds himself at the centre of a scandal that rouses violent passions among both the British and their Indian subjects.

A portrait of a society in the grip of imperialism, A Passage to India depicts the fate of individuals caught between the great political and cultural conflicts of the modern world.

Most book club members enjoyed the book and agreed that it remains relevant for today with its exploration of cultural differences, the bias and bigotry of people, and the Indian caste system. It also provides an insight into people’s characters and relationships, the human condition and

represents the sensibilities of British and Indian cultures.

The actual writing style of the author possessed an ethereal quality which allowed certain aspects of the storyline and character motivations to remain unresolved, reminding some book club members of Joan Lindsey’s Picnic at Hanging Rock.

Poetic descriptions of the beautiful landscape were noted and book club members who have previously travelled to the sub-continent said the representation of the people and cultural behaviours were similar to their own personal experiences.

Other book club members experienced a love/hate relationship with the novel, believing its philosophical, often transcendental style, made for slow reading.

If you feel you’d like to know more about the story of this month’s book but would rather experience it visually, ask the friendly staff at the Two Wells library to source the 1984 film on DVD. If you attempt to tackle A Passage to India, drop us a line at the Echo, we’d love to hear your opinions, news@twowellsecho.com.au Next month’s book is ‘The Three of Us’ by Gawler author, Kim Lock.

Local Food Local Owners Local Jobs Two Wells Bakery has a huge range of freshly baked sweet and savoury items the whole family will love.

Check out the flavoured pies including chunky beef, chicken and vegetable, curry, mushroom, potato, steak and onion, the very popular lamb shank and delicious Two Wells pie – with pizza sauce, cheese and bacon!

Try delicious home made original, cheese and bacon, cheese and spinach or Cornish pasties, with vegetarian and vegan options also available.

Plus there are delicious Kransky’s available too, great for a winter warmer.

Any food made at Two Wells Bakery can be made in cocktail (party) food size,

making them ideal for parties or business lunches.

Owners Haydn (pictured right) and Pauline Routley can cater for any sized event, including large business lunch meetings or private parties.

Their bread range has no sugar or preservatives added, and Haydn bakes products which are gluten, egg and/or dairy free.

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You can buy food to take away or sit in the enclosed side eating area and catch up for a coffee or lunch with some friends.

Contact the bakery on 8522 5379 if you’d like to place an order or have a query about catering.

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Days of June

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80 years young Former Adelaide Plains Council councillor and long-time Lewiston resident, Tom Summerton, celebrated his 80th birthday last month and is pictured right with his wife, Faye.

Family and friends of Tom’s gathered at his daughter, Sharyn’s house in Hewitt, on Sunday May 19 for an afternoon celebration.

Surrounded by his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Tom enjoyed catching up with family and friends, many of whom had travelled from across the state and even interstate, to attend.

Happy birthday Tom.

A Good Deed Here’s one to warm your heart.

A big thumbs up to “little legend” Isaac Harding who works at the service station in Virginia and has made one local believe in the goodness of random acts of kindness.

According to a Facebook post by resident Tom Hancock, Isaac found Tom’s iPad on the street in the township last month and went above and beyond to make sure it got back to its owner, ringing Tom to let him know it was safe and how he could go about returning it.

Tom was so proud of the youngsters actions he hit social media to thank Isaac, saying “acts like this restores my faith in humanity”. Well done Isaac.

Aladdin Flying High with Kayla

June 5 is World Environment Day, the UN’s most important day for encouraging worldwide awareness and action for the protection of our environment.

The theme for 2018 is beating plastic pollution.

Every World Environment Day has a different global host country, where the official celebrations take place and this year’s host is India.

a Diploma of Languages.

Duncan was one of only three students to be awarded this diploma, and the only one to study German.

The ceremony was held in the prestigious Bonython Hall on Tuesday May 7 and Duncan at 60 years of age was about three times older than the other students!

Taking three years to complete part-time, Duncan also travelled to Germany to follow family ties and strengthen his understanding of the language throughout his study.

Glückwünsche zum bestandenen Diplom!

That’s “congratulations on receiving your diploma” for those of us not fluent in German!

June 8 is World Oceans Day is a day to celebrate and honour the ocean.

The action focus for this year is also about preventing plastic pollution and encouraging solutions for a healthy ocean.

June 14 is World Blood Donor Day Every year, on June 14, countries around the world celebrate World Blood Donor Day. The event serves to thank voluntary unpaid blood donors for their life-saving gifts of blood and to raise awareness of the need for regular blood donations to ensure the quality, safety and availability of blood and blood products for patients in need.

RIGHT: Lewiston resident, Tom Summerton, celebrated his 80th birthday recently. He is pictured with wife, Faye.

BELOW: Kayla Healey, also of Lewiston, met Graeme Isaako, who plays Aladdin in the musical, at the Festival Theatre last month.

BELOW RIGHT: Duncan Kennington graduated from the University of Adelaide with a Diploma of Languages. He is pictured with his sister, Kirsten.

June 20 is World Refugee Day commemorating the strength, courage and perseverance of millions of refugees. This year, World Refugee Day also marks a key moment for the public to show support for families forced to flee. Every minute 20 people leave everything behind to escape war, persecution or terror.

Lewiston teenager Kayla Healey helped her nan, Pat King, celebrate her 83rd birthday last month with a trip to the Festival Theatre to see the acclaimed “Aladdin” performance and was lucky enough to meet one of the stars of the show afterwards.

Kayla, pictured right with Graeme Isaako, who plays Aladdin, loved the music, the colour, the sets and the costumes, saying the performances were outstanding and the musical overall was amazing.

Sounds like it was a great night out.

PS Happy birthday Pat.

June 29 is International Mud Day. To celebrate this unique day all you need is some water and some dirt.

Mix them together, and you’re ready to have some fun!

International Mud Day is for everyone, both children, and the child inside of us. Set aside the electronic games.

Turn off the television. Set down the smartphone, along with the apps.

The purpose of this day is to bring people back to the outdoors, to learn about and enjoy nature, along with all it has to offer.

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LET’S CHAT…WITH BEC & NAT

Let’s chat about sporting club culture Let’s chat about the culture created in junior sporting clubs.

Whether it is netball, football, basketball, soccer, or any other sport, becoming involved in, and exposed to, the myriad of experiences associated with individual clubs can be a social and political minefield.

Court time, player development, parent expectations, coaching expectations, social interaction between players, social interaction between parents,those on committee, those not on committee, those on the BBQ, and those not on the BBQ, are all aspects that interweave to create a micro society that may or not be a pleasant experience.

The benefits of children playing sport cannot be overlooked, especially when considering how technology is sucking individuals into a black hole, leaving some addicted to online gaming or social media.

Sport allows children to move, socialise, relate to other adults and other children.

But what happens when the experience of one player is not as

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positive as the player next to them?

Junior sporting clubs are seldom all rainbows and unicorns and often require a fair amount of observation, reflection and ultimately negotiation in order for all people to be pleased, at least some of the time.

So what do we do if we are unhappy with the amount of playing time our children receive?

What do we do if we see them or their team mates being unfairly treated by the coach?

What do we do if we notice parents on the sideline behaving inappropriately, to their own children, other children, or the referee?

Do we sit back and talk quietly about our discontent to others who hold the same opinion?

Do we bide our time and wait for the season to end and pray for a better experience the following year?

It’s a mad world we live in and our little micro societies reflect the varied values and ethics that are present within it.

What we must not do, if we feel the experience of our children is hindered by any behaviour we feel

is unreasonable for their age group, is nothing.

It may feel like a Catch 22 to call out an inconsistency to a coach who has willingly volunteered their time.

It may feel intimidating to speak out against the status quo of a group of people or practise.

But to do nothing when you are sure an issue needs addressing, is to be a bystander to inappropriate behaviour.

Communication is such an underrated means of initiating change.

Communicate to the appropriate people in your club what your observations are and ascertain whether a change needs to occur in order for child-safe practices to be actioned.

Having children involved in and enjoying sport, along with the social and emotional benefits it yields, is important now more than ever.

How about you Bec? You have been involved in organised sports your entire life, and now your girls are avid netball players.

How much value do you place on a child’s experience in a junior

sporting club?

What advice would you give to anyone who told you their child was getting the raw end of a deal?

What would you tell them if they said they were unhappy with a particular aspect of a club?

This is an impotant issue Nat, and as you say, it’s a mad world we live in.

Our little micro societies certainly do reflect the values and ethics of the people within it.

All the reserach is there to say sport plays a huge role in the development of healthy individuals and communities.

It is so important a national program was introduced to ensure the development of a healthy club culture.

The Good Sports program seeks to give clubs the tools to create an inclusive environment for young people and families, whilst providing a duty of care to members and supporters.

It aims to “open up opportunities for more participants, spectators and sponsors, along with a

vastly improved environment for children and families to create a thriving and inclusive club culture”.

But none of that can happen if members don’t openly communitcate and sporting clubs continue to strive for improvement.

There’s an old addage,‘if you see something, say something’ (well, that could just be a Crimestoppers reference, but I’m running with it!) and it is so critical in the world of sport, particularly with our juniors.

In any club there is a chain of command - coach, coordinator, president etc- and it pays to keep this in mind if you have a greivance; especially if you have a grievance.

Nothing good ever came out of keeping something to yourself or playing Chinese whispers with gossip.

If someone came to me with a problem, a question, a concern, I’d tell them to raise it with the relevant club official, normally the coach in the first instance.

I’ve had to do this myself on occasion and generally the issue can be resolved through discussion.

If you’re not happy, go to the next tier.

Keep going until you get a resolution you can live with.

The other piece of advice I’d give is to document your concerns and support your claims with evidence.

Our sporting clubs today are charged with not only delivering specific skills to the next generation but they must also look after the physical, mental and social wellbeing of its members.

That means education and support for some pretty tough topics including responsible alcohol consumption, nutrition and mental health.

While our children might be a few years off legally being allowed to drink, these topics are important and the way they are coached, supported, encouraged and mentored is reflected in the culture of the club.

It’s a big ask.

We know sport connects communities but we all need to remember it is just a game.

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Roosters off and racing into the 2019 season TWF&NSC president Michael Slattery reports:

Two Wells netball club umpires and mentors Rachel Wendland and Cheryl Herman (centre) with aspiring umpires, from left, Kaitlyn O’Brien, Zoe Williams, Jazlyn Southwell, Alyssa Bailley, Carla Harris, Breanna Smith, Kirra Robinson, Amy Spoolder and Ash Amato. Absent Montana Panella, Tayla Codd and Jayla Slack.

Two Wells netballers get their umpiring L plates Junior netballers at Two Wells are stepping outside their comfort zone and taking part in a unique program aimed at getting players on the court as umpires.

The Office of Recreation and Sport and Netball SA Colour Shirt Program sees new or inexperienced officials wear a coloured shirt that makes them easily recognisable to players and spectators as learner umpires.

The Coloured Shirt Program acts as a step along the Netball SA Umpire Pathway and aims to support new and beginner umpires through practical and theoretical sessions to develop

Bec O’Brien reports: their knowledge and skills in umpiring.

To take part in the program participants must have less than two years umpiring experience, be unbadged, complete the Rules of Netball Theory Exam (pass mark of 70 per cent or more), complete the Foundation Umpire Education Course and be a registered member of Netball SA. Two Wells Netball Club umpiring coordinator and mentor Rachel Wendland, said the program was a great way

for players, particularly junior players, to gain confidence in a role that typically they had no experience in.

“This program gives them the opportunity to learn in a supportive environment,” Rachel said.

“We help them with the things they are doing well and support them in the areas they need to improve.”

The club held a beginner umpiring workshop for the Coloured Shirt participants last month, where whistle blowing, court positioning, hand signals and voice instructions were practised.

Ned brings home his 200th game •Continued from 24 Two Wells A Grade footballer Ned Seccafien played his 200th game for the club last month.

Taking on across-the-river rivals, Virginia on Saturday. May 11, Ned helped his beloved Roosters to another win for the season, where he quietly celebrated after the match with family and friends.

Ned has come up through the junior ranks at the club, playing his first A Grade game in 2005 when he was just 15 years of age.

All of his 200 games have been played at this top level.

As a teenager, he played for SANFL club Woodville West Torrens in the Under 17 competition and finished there in the Under 19s in 2008.

Ned played in grand finals for Two Wells in 2009, 2012, 2013, 2017 and 2018, taking home the flag in 2012, 2017 and 2018.

He has won five best and fairest club trophies throughout his career, the first being in 2011, then every year from 2013 to 2016, and was runner up in 2018.

He also won the 2016 APFL Plains Producer Mail Medal.

Elected captain in 2011 at the young age of 21, Ned has held this role every year since, taking on the leadership with commitment, dedication and enthusiasm.

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Bec O’Brien reports: for eight years in the Landmark Cup, also being appointed captain of the representative side, and was selected to play Zone football from those Landmark Cup games.

Following in the footsteps of his dad, Neville “Cheeky” Seccafien, who was a celebrated Rooster “back in the day” and is a highly regarded coach, Ned’s family, including wife, Steph, is undoubtedly proudof his efforts.

“Lynette and I are very proud of Ned’s achievements as a footballer and as a person,” Neville said.

“He has led by example (and) the regard he is held within, and outside of Two Wells Football Club, is testimony to his character, effort and loyalty to the club and the Adelaide Plains Football League.”

With his two-year-old son Noah also bearing the initials N. Seccafien, it’s pretty safe to say a third generation of N. Seccafiens may well grace the grounds in and around the Plains in years to come.

RIGHT: Ned Seccafien in action for Two Wells.

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Two Wells senior football has had a strong start to the year with the A-grade losing just one game and the Reserves undefeated at time of print.

In the recent game against Hamley Bridge the A-grade had a 300-point victory and Caleb Edmead kicked a (Two Wells) record tally of 24 goals for the day.

A depth of senior players has kept the pressure on all senior players to train and perform each week to be able to hold down or grab a spot in either of the two senior sides, Two Wells Football Club representatives in the producing very pleasing on-field results.

APFL U15 team, from left, Declan Slattery, RodBoth the senior and junior colts have each ney Wilmshurst, Samuel Harnas, Kaidyn Silvy had one loss to Mallala but both have good and Travis Robertson. numbers and will be competitive this season.

They will be tested when they face Angle Vale who have two very strong colts sides.

Auskick has also commenced with a good number of youngsters out on Thursday nights learning the basics of the game.

In the recent U15 Central Zone Football Carnival, hosted by Port Broughton last month, Two Wells was represented in the APFL side by Rodney Wilmshurst, Samuel Harnas, Declan Slattery, Kaidyn Silvy and Travis Robertson.

The APFL side had a good win over North Eastern, struggled against the Barossa, Light and Gawler team and although was competitive, went down to Northern Areas and Yorke Peninsula. Overall the APFL was placed 3rd on the day.

Travis Robertson with the ball.

Our boys were good contributors across the four games with Rodney goaling twice and Samuel and Kaidyn a goal apiece while Declan was named best in the final game of the day.

Declan, Samuel and Rodney were all selected to be part of the Woodville West Torrens FC U15 Country Carnival squad.

A team will be chosen from this squad to compete in the South Australian U15 Intra State Championships Country Carnival held in the July school holidays.

Girls footy has been up and running now with five rounds completed and finals held at Clare on June 2.

It has been a steepish learning curve for all involved with most girls having no previous football experience.

Two Wells U13 coach Michael Slattery gives However, what has been lacking in experi- some pointers during quarter time. ence has easily been made up for in enthusiasm and eagerness to learn and improve.

Each week has seen an improvement in understanding of the game, skills and confidence.

The U13 girls have had three wins and two losses finishing third; they played North Clare in the finals who finished fourth.

The U16 girls finished fourth with two wins and three losses, however two losses were very close and had they gone the other way they could have finished top two.

These girls came up against third placed Blyth Snowtown in their finals. Well done to all our girls for a great inaugural women’s football season.

On a social note, upcoming events at the club include: June 1 – Quiz Night, June 22 - Ladies Day, July 20 - (Juniors) Minute to Win It, August 3 - Bogans at Bunnings and U16 Two Wells player Mia Marrone zeroes in August 24 - TWR Dress Up. on the ball.

Angle Vale change rooms update

South Australia’s building industry has taken a hard knock after multiple company closures.

The City of Playford Council has not been left unaffected, as the company contracted to build the new one million-dollar changeroom facility at Angle Vale, Unique Urban Built (UUB) was placed into liquidation in April.

Playford Council stated in a media release last month they had gained control of the construction site from the administrator, allowing the work to be completed.

The job is said to be currently 85 per cent finished, with secondfix fixtures, joinery, installation of kiosk appliances, door hardware,

Natalie Centenera reports: final paint coat, changeroom bench seating, flooring, paving, civil works, building commissioning and a builder’s clean left to be completed, all of which will come out of council’s purse.

“The final cost will be determined at construction’s completion but the project budget has a contingency allowance for unforeseen events like those we have experienced with this builder,” Playford Mayor, Glenn Docherty, said.

Originally scheduled for a

June finish, the project will now be completed early in the new financial year.

“It is unfortunate that the builder was unable to complete the contract, but the minimal nature of the work left to be completed means we are in the fortunate position of being able to quickly finish the job and open it up to the Angle Vale sporting community,” Mayor Docherty said.

“These changerooms will add further to what is an excellent sporting and community facility at Angle Vale that sees soccer, football, netball and cricket all played at the complex.”

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Net. Set. Thunderbirds are go!

Bec O’Brien reports: The next generation of future netball stars was out in force last month when a Thunderbirds junior netball clinic was held for NetSetGo participants in Mallala.

More than 120 keen netballers from across the Adelaide Plains association aged 5-10 years old converged on the Mallala courts on Thursday, May 23 to meet their

ABOVE: Thunderbird players Shamera Sterling, Cody Lange and Hannah Petty (back) with Netball SA community coach Megan Gum and Adelaide Plains junior players (front) Eden Bennett, Charli Dall, Montanah Henstridge, Isla Cottle, Lily Gameau and Annabelle Cay.

idols and take part in a variety of netball drills. Leading the session were current players Hannah Petty, Cody Lange and Jamican recruit Shamera Sterling, who were supported by Netball SA community coach Megan Gum, and local coaches Brooke Wilson and Nicky Graham. The fun and interactive evening was a hit across the board, with many youngsters keen to snap a photo and grab an autograph after the clinic.

ABOVE: Mallala Netball Club coach, Brooke Wilson, instructs the young players during a drill.

LEFT: Sarah Young, Adelaide Plains Netball Association, watches over the young players.

Shaedell clocks up 250 games Bec O’Brien reports: • From back page Long-time Two Wells resident Shaedell Cowley celebrated a significant netball milestone last month, playing her 250th game for her beloved South Gawler Netball Club.

Starting at the club when she was a teenager, Shaedell posted on Facebook about the many friends she had made throughout the years and acknowledged the efforts of those who helped create a special banner to mark her 250th game.

“I’ve had the pleasure of playing with some absolute legends,” she said.

“South Gawler Netball Club has been a huge part of my life...I couldn’t have played it with a more awesome bunch of chicks!”.

A defender for the majority of her career, Shaedell was thrown into C for the first time in her life for the reigning premiers in the Division 5 match against Kapunda on May 4.

While Souths won 58-14, unfortunately for Shaedell she will have a lasting memory of her milestone match, with a broken knuckle making for an uncomfortable reminder. Ouch!!!

Congratulations Shaedell, here’s to another 50 or so games.

Juniors in time warp Two Wells Football and Netball Sporting Club junior members were taken in a time warp back to the 1980s last month when the club held a fun disco for its younger members.

Organised by members of the junior committee, the theme was everything 80s, from the music to the costumes.

Prizes were given to the best dressed and to the winners of a range of fun party games.

For more information on what’s happening at the club visit www.twfnsc.com.au or look them up on Facebook.

Clockwise from above: Gabriella Dimasi, Grace Williams, Savanna Zilm and Maddison O’Brien ready to rock the 80s disco; Ella Goodson and Zoe Williams helping out at the disco; Heidi Goodson and Bailey Hunt; Jayde Williams, Mia Platt, Chelsea O’Brien and Katie Harris had a fun night at the disco; Enjoying the junior disco was Nick Gray and his sister Victoria Gray, with Leah Stringer; Nicole Stringer went all out with her colourful 80s costume.

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Speedy Stirling strides to success

James Stirling has impressed on the track this year, winning gold in the discus event at the recent SAPSASA State Track and Field Metro Carnival in Adelaide and bronze in the relay event.

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When James Stirling of Two Wells missed out on a spot in the Junior Premier League (JPL) for soccer last year, he took on board the feedback and added another extra curricular activity in his quest to improve.

That activity was athletics, and this year has seen James excel across the board, with an impressive 53 personal bests achieved for the season.

In his second year as a member of the Gawler Little Athletics Centre, 13-year-old James is a Year 7 student at Trinity College Gawler River and is currently competing in the U13 age group.

This season he won silver and bronze at the State Relay Championships and bronze at the State Individual Championships in the triple

Bec O’Brien reports: jump event last month.

His improvement and success earnt James a Little Athletics Athlete of the month award for March.

He has also been selected this year in the JPL soccer competition.

“Ironically, he started the athletics to help his soccer,” Mum Michelle, explained.

“He wasn’t considered a fast enough runner, so he took it upon himself to improve his style which is where Little Athletics came in.

“Once he commits to something he is definitely 200%.”

At school James was the U13 boys champion when his Middle School sports day was held earlier in the year, and from there he was selected in the Playford District SAPSASA Athletics team.

This team recently competed at the SAPSASA State Track and Field Metro Carnival at Santos Stadium in Adelaide, where James won gold in the U13 discus event.

His throw of 32.3 meters was a personal best, and was topped off by a third placing in the 4x100m relay event, where his team were fastest heat winners earlier in the day.

While James’ winter focus is soccer he currently plays for the North Eastern Metrostars in the JPL competition and

his school in the Year 7 A team - he will also attend the SAPSASA State Cross Country Championships at Oakbank on June 6, as part of the Playford District team, and will keep his athletics skills up over the cooler months by attending the silver squad athletics academy sessions run by Little Athletics - when he can fit it in!

Like any youngster excelling in his chosen sport, James is striving to one day wear the green and gold and represent his country at the highest level.

Whether that be for the Socceroos, or at the Olympics, one thing is for sure, James’ determination, commitment and passion make him a winner already.

Congratulations James.

Local lads set for SAPSASA Bec O’Brien reports: Three local junior football players have been selected to play SAPSASA football this month.

Two Wells Primary School students Alex Daly and Blake Harris, along with Xavier College student Jacob Pelllizzari, will take part in the annual SAPSASA competition held at West Beach this year from June 17-20.

The trio will represent the Gawler District and were put through their paces over three weeks in April before being named in the final cut of 22 players.

This is the first time all three Year 7 boys have participated in the school program.

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Two Wells Football Club junior players Blake Harris, Alex Daly and Jacob Pellizzari have all been selected to play SAPSASA football this month.

Lawn bowls not just for the ‘oldies’ Irene Giannikos reports Lawn Bowls has moved from being deemed a sport for the oldies to one embraced by the younger brigade in the community.

There are enormous opportunities for “Gens X and Y” and older, to play the sport competitively at several levels of competition.

Two Wells has proven to be a stepping stone in the last couple of years with one of our skips (under 30) moving to play in the premier league and a junior playing in the under 18 state squad has now progressed to the state team.

So, don’t think lawn bowls is only for the “oldies”.

It is a great sport to enjoy as a family.

Not everyone wants to play competitively and social bowls is also embraced by the younger generations.

Two Wells Bowling Club run social bowls on Tuesday evenings between late October to the end of March in line with the Pennant competition.

The club enters six teams in the Metropolitan Bowls Association competition, fielding three teams on Saturday, two on Wednesday and one on Thursday.

The Two Wells club is actively recruiting new members to join our family friendly club.

Whether you have played lawn bowls before or have no experience, all of you are welcome. The club has a coach who will provide you with the basics of the sport and get you started.

We can supply the bowls so there is no big outlay to play.

Annual fees are affordable and a club shirt is supplied if you play competitively.

Playing competitively, Juniors/Students pay $30 and adult new members pay $125.

Social bowling membership is $10.

If you are interested in playing lawn bowls, socially or competitively, in the coming season, please contact Irene Giannikos on 0417 810 029 or Ian Campbell on 0418 566 870.

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Solid month for Virginia U12s May 18 report Result: Munno Para U12: 7 v Virginia United U12: 3 Virginia United U12s suffered their first defeat of the season in round six against Munno Para at Elizabeth Downs.

Munno Para dominated the first half with a fine display of disciplined soccer.

Their desire to get to the ball first outshone a normally tight and impassioned Virginia unit and saw the home side deservedly leading 3-1 at half time.

Much of the same continued into the second half with Munno Para again dictating play along with outstanding performances by the home side’s number 5 (Jace) and number 17 (K. Matthews).

Virginia ‘came alive’ with fifteen minutes remaining, but unfortunately left their fight back too late.

The away side’s efforts were also hampered by injuries to two players.

Virginia United’s goals were scored

by Jack Fagan (2) and Reuben Callus (1).

May 11 report Result: Virginia United U 12: 5 v Barossa United U12: 0 Round five was against Barossa United at Virginia Primary School.

Jack Fagan and Cody Warren opened the scoring for the home side, with a third goal added later in the first half by Luke Di Manno.

Barossa came back stronger in the second half but Virginia was able to keep the away side at bay with some diligent defending, which included a

U12 coach Mark Palethorpe reports: fine save by Ben Belchambers in goal for Virginia.

At the other end, the Barossa goalkeeper made an equally impressive save, tipping the ball over the bar from a fierce shot by Luke Di Manno.

After sustained pressure from Virginia, an own goal from Barossa saw the home side lead 4-0.

With five minutes remaining Jack Fagan added a second goal to his tally which saw Virginia finish the game 5-0 victors.

Notable performances were made for the home side by Tate Callus in midfield and Reuben Callus alongside Peter Sergi in defence.

May 4 report Result: Tea Tree Gully United U 12: 0 v Virginia United U12: 3 Round four was against Tea Tree Gully United at Tilley Reserve, Surrey Downs.

A well taken strike from Luke Di Manno opened the scoring for Virginia in an otherwise lackluster first half display by the away side.

The first half ended with Virginia leading 1-0.

The second half saw Virginia give a more determined display and with two further goals from Reuben Callus and Jack Fagan the away side ended the game with a comfortable 3-0 victory.

Credit goes to the Tea Tree Gully goalkeeper who without some fine saves between the sticks would have seen the home side lose by a far greater margin.

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Thirteen-year-old Ryan Dimasi of Two Wells keeps batting above the average in his chosen sport of cricket, and his recent selection in the South Australian Indoor Cricket team continues this trend.

Ryan will travel to Victoria next month to compete in the National Indoor Cricket Competition at Casey Stadium.

Having started his cricket career playing Milo cricket at the age of four, and competitive cricket at seven, if Ryan’s trajectory continues to rise, he may one day wear a baggy green.

He has played both in the Para Districts and the Barossa and

Natalie Centenera reports:

Light association teams, and currently plays at the Northern Jets.

Ryan represented Gawler at SAPSASA in both 2017 and 2018, only coming to play indoor cricket to work on his running between wickets during the off season.

“A mate of his from Northern Jets invited him out to training one Sunday,” his mum Michelle explained.

“This was a state trial for Under 13’s and Ryan impressed them so much he received a call from the coach the next day to

see if he was keen on representing South Australia at the National comps at Casey Stadium in July.”

Ryan is a well-rounded player and was selected on all aspects of his game, from batting, to bowling and wicket keeping, something he works on continuously.

Even when Ryan is at school, he has been known to organise his mates into games at lunch time.

Good luck on your interstate adventure Ryan.

Here’s hoping one day you make it big enough to pay back your Mum for all the hours driving around and sitting watching Up-and-coming young Two Wells cricketer, Ryan Dimasi, will represent the and supporting from the sidelines state at the National Indoor Cricket Competition at Casey Stadium in Victoria she does for you! next month.

Magic Milestones South Gawler celebrates Shaedell’s 250th Two Wells resident Shaedell Cowley played her 250th netball game for South Gawler Netball Club last month. Shaedell is pictured celebrating with her daughter Cheyenne after the match on May 4. n Continued Page 21

Ned cracks 200 for the Roosters Two Wells A Grade footballer Ned Seccafien played his 200th game for the club last month and is pictured here with son Noah. n Continued Page 20

Come ‘n’ Try Morning A Learning Experience & Morning Tea Thursday june 20, 2019 - (9:30am – 10:30am) Would you like to know how your child will experience learning in the classroom at horizon?

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Come ‘n’ Try Morning is dedicated to you and your child experiencing a morning of learning in the classroom.

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