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Clowns about town Bringing smiles to faces at the Two Wells Street Parade were clowns Kay Boon and Lance Morgan.

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A bold plan to utilise federal government drought communities funding of $1 million could see a raft of projects fast-tracked in 2020 to revitalise the main street of Two Wells.

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Bec O’Brien reports:

described as a “once-in-ageneration transformational change” opportunity, councillors heard from planner and urban designer, Michael McKeown, of consultancy

firm Jensen Plus, at its meeting on December 16.

Mr McKeown outlined a range of 15 proposed projects that would work alongside one another to improve the main street thoroughfare and the local streetscape. n Continued Page 3

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Adelaide Plains identity, EdWaterloo RAAF Base Corner Edinburgh Elizabeth Circulating in die Stubing, is adamant any town Angle Vale, Lewiston, Two Wells, & Virginia, centre retail growth in Two Wells Middle Beach, Lower Light, Port Gawler, and should remain exactly that, near Buckland Park. the current town centre, following a proposal by Henri Mueller of Contact us Regional Planning Directions on Phone 8862 1977 behalf of local family the Azzuros, to create a new retail area north FACSIMILE 8862 1997 of the town, as reported in last NEWS editor@twowellsecho.com.au month’s Echo.

SALES sales@twowellsecho.com.au Mr Stubing has long been a internet www.twowellsecho.com.au passionate supporter of advancing deadlines Advertising – 5pm on the last the township and local businesses, Wednesday of the month. Editorial – 5pm on and believes a move north for the the second to last Friday of the month. town’s retail business is a step in reporters Bec O’Brien & Natalie Centenera the wrong direction. news@twowellsecho.com.au “That proposed idea is an MOBILE 0419 292 715 absolute disaster,” he said. advertising sales@twowellsecho.com.au “It’s a no-brainer; to take the Renee Bennett & Leanne Mashford centre of the town away from the managER Andrew Manuel existing town, the town centre as andrew@twowellsecho.com.au we know and love now, it then POSTAL PO Box 63, Balaklava SA 5461 wouldn’t exist and it becomes obsolete because the commerce Our Heritage is drawn away from the original The Echo was founded in 1978 and originally town centre.” printed as an A4 single sheet newsletter. In Mr Stubing agreed while the 2010, Papers & Publications trading as the unlocking of crown land was a Plains Producer newspaper, based in Balaklava, tedious and lengthy process, it started producing the newspaper in a tabloid was the best option and should format.

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continue to be explored despite the tribulations.

“This proposal has come from left field and it’s just an easy option,” he said.

“Because it’s easy, it’s been suggested.

“If we go out of town we lose our township; it’s terrible, it’s wrong.

“I want to see the town flourish as it is now, with the beautiful trees, it has a country feel and we need to stick with what we’ve got.

“We need to hold our nerve, we don’t need to be going away from the town, we need to keep the origin of the town centre as it has such character.”

Regional Planning Directions director, Henri Meuller, presented at the Adelaide Plains Ratepayers Association’s November meeting, outlining an idea for land owned by the Azzuro family between Port Wakefield Road and Meaney Road, to expand retail options for Two Wells.

“We feel that particular area is going to be the centre of gravity in the future,” Mr Mueller stated.

“The centre of Two Wells is

Are these yours?

Police have located farming equipment on a property at Kangaroo Flat, believed to have been stolen, and are seeking public assistance to reunite the owner with their property.

On Friday, November 29, police from Barossa Local Service Area located a Massey Ferguson 250 tractor and a Hayes rotary hoe (both pictured right).

Police believe the property was stolen from a farming property north of

Adelaide in the past three months.

Between December 13-14 Unknown offenders stole a silver Ford Fairlane from Old Port Wakefield Road, Two Wells.

December 12 Mallala Police arrested a 30-year-old man from Windsor on a warrant.

December 11 Two Wells Police reported a 71-year-old man

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Adelaide Plains resident Eddie Stubing is adamant any retail development in Two Wells should be made near the current main street, not north of the township. going to gravitate north.”

Mr Meuller said establishing a retail precinct on the western side of the main street, as favoured by council, would have its detractions too.

“This could also take clientele from businesses on the eastern side and I believe this was one of the reasons why some of the shop owners opposed it previously,” he said.

“Furthermore the suggestion that council can buy the town centre land cheaply from the government and sell it to the private sector at a profit is wrong.

“A high court decision in relation to the Gillman site at Wingfield now requires that government land sales are subject to competitive tender procedures

so council would just be another bidder.”

In a statement last month, Adelaide Plains Council acting mayor, Marcus Strudwicke, said a number of studies have been undertaken over the past decade with regard to future growth in the township.

“These documents, amongst others, have informed amendments to the Development Plan through the Two Wells Residential DPA and the Two Wells Town Centre DPA,” Mr Strudwicke stated.

“It remains council’s position that commercial development should enhance and grow the existing town centre, and avoid segregation of the shopping precinct.”

Police news from Angle Vale for cultivating a commercial quantity of cannabis.

Between December 11-12 Access was gained to 6 residential properties under construction on Lavender Drive, Two Wells.

Between December 8-9 A number of personal items were stolen after entry was gained from a residential property on East Terrace, Windsor.

Between December 7-14 Various items including a post hole digger and spirit level were stolen after entry was gained to the garage of a residential property on Germantown Road, Two Wells.

Between December 4-10 Multiple tools of significant value were stolen from a shipping container on Lemmey Road, Lower Light.

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The projects included the possibility of a town square, more seating, street furniture and public art, rainwater gardens, facade upgrades, improved car parking, safe pedestrian crossings, and additional street trees as well as upgrades to the public toilets and local playground.

The much-talked-about roundabout at the end of the junction of Mallala and Old Port Wakefield Road would also be incorporated into this vision if councillors vote to move forward with the plan as outlined.

As part of stage 1 of the Drought Communities Programme (DCP), Adelaide Plains Council received $1 million earlier this year.

Fifteen community and sporting group projects across the district were “locked in� and are set to be completed by June 2020, with council now eligible to apply for Stage 2 funding of a further $1 million.

Mr McKeown’s briefing highlighted certainty for expansion with regard to unlocking Crown land, renewing the public realm in a visual and practical way, and defined safe and accessible access routes for pedestrians and cyclists.

It also looked at “seeing� Two Wells through improved branding, signage and town entrances, and aimed to support local businesses with facade upgrades and business coaching as a priority. “(Two Wells) is a place that has a lot of charm and qualities and services and activities but I think at the same time, in many respects, the public realm, is looking a little bit tired in places, and the public spaces, some of them are old, the infrastructure, the signage, the seating, the landscaping, could be brought up to another level, and that’s exactly what’s being done in many other communities,� Mr McKeown stated.

Mr McKeown highlighted projects in Kapunda, Murray Bridge and Pt Pirie as examples of work he had been involved with in recent years. “A lot of these projects started out with a simple concept, ‘what can we do with this space?’,� he said. “So we’ve been working with some of your staff to really think

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A message from Adelaide Plains Council mayor, Mark Wasley Michael McKewon of Jensen Plus outlined an innovative plan to revitalise the main street of Two Wells in 2020 at APC’s meeting on December 16. about what we could potentially do in Two Wells to make a big difference in a short period of time and the opportunity of your potential funding sources to really innovatively make an impact. “You have to think about innovative delivery methods and you have to work really closely with the community, both the resident community and also the business community. “We have to integrate it with other masterplanning that has been going on, and we have to bring our expertise from other projects. “It is something that could potentially really work to help, not only bring a local improvement but to change the perceptions of how outsiders see Two Wells as well. “You’re looking to attract residents here, you’re looking to attract small business owners to invest here, you really need to change their perceptions as much as the local community.

“And we need to think big we’re really looking for that big impact.�

A well planned program of projects across the year of 2020, that would start and finish at different times, was the most practical way to deliver this proposal, Mr McKeown said. “It’s a proposition to do something quite interesting to address some of the issues around the public realm to attract people to Two Wells for the benefit of the community and doing it really quickly,� he concluded. “If you do that, you’ll be well ahead in most places.�

APC mayor Mark Wasley appeared to be a little stunned following the presentation and a ripple of excitement at the possibilities could certainly be felt in the chamber. “Thank you very much, wow, that’s a lot to take in, but boy it’s really opened up our eyes to the possibilities of what can be done,�

Mayor Wasley said.

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“It is a very good project for workshopping, to sit down and go through it and really look at the costs involved, what’s achievable within the time and how we can double our money and value add.�

APC CEO James Miller said the decision on what to do with “council’s most recent Christmas present� as part of the DCP Stage 2, was ultimately for elected members to consider. “I see this as a wonderful opportunity to do some once-ina-generation transformational change in the Two Wells public realm but I respect the fact that members may have their own list of projects they’d like to see make it in part or in full, allocated to, so it really is just a conversation starter at this stage,� Mr Miller said.

Cr Terry-Anne Keen moved a motion for councillors to hold an informal gathering in the new year to discuss the Jensen Plus briefing.

The motion was unanimously carried.

“As the year draws to a close, we pause to reflect on the last 12 months.

Your councillors together with staff have made 2019 a year of improvements in the way we do business and deliver services.

I think you would agree there have been noticeable changes.

The consistent growth in the Two Wells residential developments and the announcement of the Xavier Catholic school are positive signs that people want to live and invest in our region.

The Northern Area Irrigation System (NAIS) has been constructed and will soon be supplying water for agriculture.

Federal drought community funding is being distributed to various groups supporting their projects while creating local employment.

2020 will see continued investment and development occurring across the district.

Federal and state government funding and grants will augment your rate dollars to further provide services and resources to the residents and visitors to the region alike.

A big welcome to all the new residents to our district who have chosen Adelaide Plains to work, live and play.

You are valued members of our community and I hope you make strong connections here in social, retail and sporting areas.

Finally, a safe and merry Christmas to everyone and a very happy new year.

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Fun paraded at Two Wells Bec O’Brien reports: Once again the Elizabeth Pipe Band and the Port Adelaide and Enfield Brass Band marched in the parade and later entertained and delighted the crowd outside the library.

Winner of the Best decorated business float this year was Two Wells Landscaping Yard.

The Best Decorated Business award went to R&J Rural Supplies, while the Best Decorated Community Float award went to the Two Wells CFS brigade.

Enjoying the night as Parade Prince was Hunter Egyrd with Parade Princess, Chloe McDonald.

Seth Puddy (right), with Brianna and Michael Barber.

RIGHT: New Two Wells resident, Janet Locke (centre), with Hollie Spencer and Sophie Locke, ready for some parade fun.

Amelia and Travis Cherry are parade ready.

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With a slightly larger number of stalls offering everything from toys, to plants, to candles, cards, homewares and so much more, there was something for everyone.

Two Wells Regional Action Team president Caroline Scutcheon said a few new float additions to the parade itself was great to see.

“It was an excellent night,” Caroline said.

“Everyone was in the right mood, Anne Arbon did a really wonderful commentary throughout the night and there were quite a few new stalls this year with something to suit everyone.

“From 4pm the street was starting to fill up, we had quite a few families coming to have a look and mill around, and many stayed for the parade, which was lovely.

“The atmosphere was really positive and everyone looked like they were having a good time.

“It was a great night for the community.”

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Young entrepreneurs, Jayde Williams, Grace Williams and Chelsea O’Brien man Delicious doughnuts were on the cards for many at the parade. Pictured here ready to serve are Two Wells Lions Club members, Blake Reynolds-Rowe, Allan Reynolds- Two Wells musician, Emma Sharpe, play- their stall filled with homemade Christmas ing in the Port Adelaide City Band. gifts.

Rowe, Gwen Johnson, Martin Hart, Ian Gameau and Sasha Reynolds-Rowe.

New Two Wells Primary School pastoral Ready for a festive night at Two Wells care worker, Ashton Chambers (right) with residents Jake and Destinee Noble with Enjoying the street parade and market was Maddison Shepperd, Amber Platt, Charlotte Palmer and Cameron MacPherson.

Jody Chambers. one-year-old Kenadie.

Jessica Woods, Zoe Williams and Ella Goodson enjoying the parade.

Hailee Nitschke, Xanthe McInnes and A night for friends and fun. Bailey MenaThomas McInnes keep busy with chalk due, Kaitlyn O’Brien and Felicity Pitt. during while waiting for the parade to start.

Gearing up for next year’s Two Wells Melodrama Group performance was Anne Travelling from the northern suburbs to enjoy the parade and catch up with relatives Arbon, Lance Grant, Eleisha Arbon and Sarah Williams. was Doreen and Ethan Gourlay, Michele Sheppard, and Maya Bebbington.

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Lions Club Angle Vale

The Lions Club of Angle Vale holds its meetings on the second and fourth Wed at APRRA Public Meetings. Contact Marg the clubrooms Gabriella Court, Angle Vale, Slater on 0408 087 529 for meeting details. 6.30pm start. New members always welcome, for more info please call 0416 452 925.

Australian Plants Society

The Para Districts Group of the APS hold

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.

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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.

Church times Anglican Church Services St Peter’s Mallala 1st Sunday of the month 10am January 5 10am February 2 10am March 1 Nita Noble - 8527 2303.

St Paul’s Two Wells 10am January 12 10am January 19 10am January 26 10am February 9 10am February 16 10am February 23 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.

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Child and Youth Health, Child and Youth

Health services are held on the second and fourth Friday of each month at The Two Wells Children’s Centre, 27a Gawler Rd, Two Wells 9.15am to 10.30am and 1pm to 4pm by appointment only, 10.30am to 12 noon drop in. Call 1300 733 606 for appointments.

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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 Wells Hardiman on 0418 781 007 or Jenny Dowling Two Wells Lions Club meets on the first on 0418 859 875 for more information.

Tuesday of the month at the Two Wells Two Wells Equestrian Catholic Church. Contact president Ian & Pony club Gameau or secretary 0417 801 1178 or twowellslionsinc@gmail.com for more information. Two Wells Equestrian and Pony Club hold rallies on the first and third Mallala Men’s Shed Sundays of the month at 9.30am on Mallala & district men’s shed inc. is our grounds, Aunger Road, Lewiston. open Weds 9 til 12, Sunday 9 til 1pm, other Further details on www.twepc.com.au. times by agreement. Get involved in projects Two Wells Golf club or just a coffee and a talk. Conference room available by request. Contact Norm Two Wells Golf Club, McPharlin Road Dicks 0428 559 787 or just turn up. Lewiston (extn of Bethesda Rd). 18 holes Scrapes course open April to October.

Mallala RSL Competitions; Tuesdays Ladies day, Mallala RSL meets every third tee-off 9 - 9.30am. Saturdays Mixed Wednesday. Public is invited to lunch every Comp. tee-off from 11 am. Membership third Sunday. $10 including sweets, espresso available Phone Club 8520 2607 or coffee available in the clubrooms across Secretary Kath Stubing 0427 803 349. from footy club. All welcome. Membership Two Wells Playgroup open to both those who have or have not served. Contact Ray 0417 450 088 for info. TWO Wells Playgroup is held on Tuesday mornings 9am -11am during school term Neighbourhood watch at the Two Wells Uniting Church Hall, Neighbourhood Watch meeting is held bi-monthly on second Tuesday of 34 Gawler Road, Two Wells. For babies the month (except December or January) and children up to five years of age. at 7.30pm in the Two Wells Community Ph: 85202358 or visit our facebook Two Wells Playgroup.

RSL, Main Street of Two Wells. For page: more information contact Anne Porter on Two Wells Probus Club 8524 3382 or Maria Aunger 8520 2328.

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

Wells. In recess December & January. Contact Judith Lamont 8380 9140.

Contact Di Meaney 0427 616 301.

Two Wells Red Cross

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 is Men’s day and Saturday is Open Gender. Social bowls Tuesday evenings October - December & January - February.

Contact Irene Giannikos Ph 0417 810 029.

Two Wells craft shop

The Two Wells Craft Shop located in the

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Two Wells, Lewiston & Districts Land Care Group, Monthly Activities.

Land Care is bigger than your backyard.

Pat. 0419 860 981, Sharon. 0412 345 852.

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Uniting Church Australia Adult Fellowship

Uniting Church Adult Fellowship.

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

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

first Tuesday of every month at the Catholic Church Hall, Two Wells at 1pm.

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

Two Wells scouts Cubs & Joeys

Two Wells Scout Group. Cubs: 6.30pm

Action Team

Feel at Home with The Echo For over 9 years the Two Wells Scouts have helped us bring the ECHO to homes in Two Wells, Lewiston, Virginia & Angle Vale.

Meetings at 7.30 pm on the third

ADELAIDE Plains Kennel & Obedience old Court House is a treasure trove of Wednesday of each month in Two Wells Catholic Church Hall. Contact Caroline Club. Training Wednesday evenings, Beginners, Grades 1 & 2 - 7pm, Grades 3, 4 & 5 - 7.40pm, Conformation 7.40pm.

All breeds & people welcome. If you have a problem come & see us. Contact Josie on 8524 3499 for more info.

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.

Two Wells Red Cross meets on the

- 8pm (Tuesdays) Scouts: 6.30pm 8.30pm (Thursday) Joeys: 6.30pm Two Wells Blue Light held five times 7.30pm (Monday). Contact Group Leader, a year. For ages eight to 15 years. For Roger Ford.

0438 202 445. more information contact Maria Aunger on Two Wells RSL 8520 2328 or Anne Porter on 8524 3382.

The Two Wells RSL opening and office Two Wells CFS hours until further notice: Members nights CFS senior training every Monday night will be held only on the 1st Friday of each starting at 7.30pm open to anyone over the month, with meals served at 6.35pm. Office age of 17 years old. Everyone welcome hours on these days are 1pm until late. however day time crews are needed. Cadet Normal office hours throughout the year training is every second Wednesday starting are every Tuesdays from 9.30am till around at 5.30pm until 7pm. Open to anyone aged 11 noon and Friday’s from 9.30am till noon. and above. Located in Wells Road, Two Wells. Over Christmas the RSL closes after the Two Wells Community Library street parade and reopens on the first Friday in February the following year. The office Public Library, 61 Old Port Wakefield Rd, is attended on a limited basis during the Two Wells. Open: Tuesday 9am to 5pm, month of January. For all enquiries contact Wednesday 12 noon to 7pm, Thursday & secretary John Allen on 0411 894 245.

Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturday 9am to 11.30am.

Two Wells Regional Phone: 8520 2100. library@apc.sa.gov.au.

Two Wells Blue Light

Uniting Church Australia Op Shop

handcrafted items, gift ware, local produce Scutcheon 0417 801 178 for more info. of olive oil, honey, jams and relish, bric-aTwo Wells brac bargains, and hardy, healthy plants ideal for this area.

Open Tuesday. to United Youth Friday 9.30am - 4pm. Sat 9.30am - 1pm, Two Wells United Youth is an engaging and closed Sunday and Monday. Find us on interactive Christian social group for children facebook. Facebook.com/twowellscraftshop. aged 12 years to Year 12. Based at the Two Wells Uniting Church the group meets on Fridays during school terms from 5.30pm7.30pm. $3 includes tea. Contact Robyn Lewis on 0413 097 013 for more information

If you own a business in Two Wells, Lewiston, Virginia, Angle Vale or surrounding districts call Leanne or Ellie on 8862 1977 or email sales@twowellsecho.com.au to advertise and put your message in front of more than 12,000 people in your target area.

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Eddies final tee time Well known and respected Virginia resident Edmund “Eddie” Jarmyn, 85, passed away peacefully at the Royal Adelaide Hospital in October last year after a prolonged illness.

Eddie was a loved son of Roy (dec) and Madge (dec), brother to Eleanor (dec), Richard (dec) and Norma (Clarke), brother-in-law to Bob, and fond uncle of Jeffrey, Suzanne and Peter and their families.

Eddie worked for much of his life as an accountant for Uniroyal.

This occupation also saw him combine his job with his passion for golf and bowls, with Eddie auditing the books for the Two Wells Golf Club and the Two Wells Bowling Club on a voluntary basis

for many years.

Eddie’s highlights at the golf club were many and included club champion in 1976, president 1981-82, secretary 1969-73, and captain in 1974.

He was also a life member of the golf club.

Eddie’s blood pressure medication often caused frequent visits to the toilet when he came to play golf, and after his passing, club members decided to honour him with a memorial at the toilets at No. 6 tee and those near the clubrooms.

Eddie, also known as “Tex” would have seen the funny side of this and is no doubt looking down with a smile on his face.

Fellow Two Wells Golf Club

life member, Keith Applebee had the following words to say about Eddie: “My first memory of Eddie Jarmyn was at dances in the late 50s.

All the young ladies said he was a very good dancer.

We had many great times at the Two Wells Golf Club.

I remember Eddie would often arrive at the club and make a dash for the toilet.

When he came out we would ask him if there was a problem.

His reply was that most Friday nights he would have a meal of blue boiler peas.

He believed they were the problem.

December Update = OBITUARY Edmund “Eddie” Arthur Jarmyn November 8,1933 – October 26, 2019

Eddie was a great member of the golf club as a player, secretary, club auditor, club champion and various other jobs.

Eddie will be remembered as someone who was very thorough at all he did.

Rest in peace Eddie.

Wasting money on illegal dumping City of Playford Council spends close to one million dollars per annum on illegal waste dumping and councillors are working to reduce this cost by educating residents on waste management services.

“Illegal dumping is a costly nuisance,” Playford Councillor, Clint Marsh said.

“This amount of money could be diverted to other initiatives that could better service our community.

“It is unfair and unacceptable for the City of Playford community to foot the bill.”

The dumping of illegal waste cannot be entirely blamed on local residents, however Cr Marsh is hoping to spread awareness regarding waste management services afforded to ratepayers.

“Residents in the City of Playford seemingly don’t understand the entitlements they can access when it comes to waste disposal,” he said.

Northern Adelaide Waste Management Authority (NAWMA) is owned by three northern councils and is a leader in the waste disposal and recycling industry.

Cr Marsh said residents of Playford council are entitled to a number of waste management services but many are unaware.

Services include: - Weekly red lid collection - Fortnightly yellow lid collection - Fortnightly green lid collec-

tion (upfront fee for the purchase of the bin only) - 2x hard waste collections per year - Free chemical container disposal at NAWMA - Ability to upsize bins or have additional bins (yearly fee applies).

City of Playford Council Deputy Mayor, Marilyn Baker, also hopes to reduce the costly venture of picking up after illegal dumpers.

“I find it incredibly frustrating and saddened that the City of Playford has to spend in the region of one million dollars collecting illegally dumped rubbish, particularly when we have a stateof-the-art waste disposal centre in Playford,” she said.

“This money could have been far better used for services our residents really want.

“Anything not wanted can be disposed of in an appropriate manner at NAWMA. “Anyone can drop off their electronic goods, from televisions to hair curlers, free of charge.

“Our school children are becoming more and more aware of the necessity of recycling to reduce landfill.”

For more information on waste management services please call City of Playford Council on (08) 8256 0333, NAWMA (08) 8259 2100, or head to https:// www.playford.sa.gov.au/live/ environment-and-waste/wastemanagement

City of Playford Councillor, Clint Marsh, hoping to create awareness around waste management services afforded to residents.

NAIS set for completion at the end of the year The Northern Adelaide Irrigation Scheme (NAIS) is set for completion at the end of the year and marks a critical point in the aspirations held for the Northern Adelaide region, facilitating certainty in investment for the primary industries.

The scheme is set to deliver up to 12 GL of reclaimed water suitable for commercial food production.

NAIS infrastructure will treat, store, and transport climate and season

independent water to the farm gate, the infrastructure allowing for up to 20GL to enable future growth.

Primary Industries and Regions South Australia’s (PIRSA) Director of Major Programmes, Bengy Paolo, gave an update on NAIS at Adelaide Plains Council’s November meeting.

“A couple of years ago the objectives of NAIS was first conceived, and it’s pretty straight forward,” he said.

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On Tuesday, 3 December I was pleased to present the second round of community grant cheques in my position as Independent Chair of the Two Wells Community Fund Committee (TWCFC). I was also joined at the presentation by fellow committee members Ruth Vagnarelli, Project Manager for the Hickinbotham Group, and Rob Veitch, General Manager of Development and Community for the Adelaide Plains Council.

TWCFC is excited to support the following clubs and groups that will use this well-deserved funding to promote community engagement in the Two Wells area: Two Wells Craft Shop was allocated the necessary funds needed to replace their current decrepit galvanised gate at the community gardens. The added accessibility and appeal will generate interest in the gardens and encourage volunteer involvement.

Two Wells District Tennis Club has received a grant to help fund the development of a new equipment shed.

The club currently shares a shed with the local netball club, and this funding will provide both sporting clubs with more space to store equipment.

Two Wells Football and Netball Sporting Clubs has been awarded funding for half the annual cost of equipment replacement, including the replacement of footballs, netballs and drink bottles.

Two Wells RSL Sub Branch has received funding to fit galvanised sheeting over their existing pergola, which will provide both members and the public with an extended outdoor area to enjoy during the coming seasons. TWCFC will support the payment of materials while RSL members have graciously volunteered their time to help with construction.

TWCFC is grateful to support the work of local clubs and groups and looks forward to the opportunity to do so for the next round of applicants. The third grant round will open in March 2020, with more details to follow.

“It’s about growth, how we can support this particular region, and the state, in terms of economic growth.

“Water security, dependence and certainty, for a longer period of time, is really important and NAIS provides that.

“The main trunk line that SA Water has finished building runs about 30 km all the way to Korunye where the earth bank water storages are sitting.

“Once at the storages, the design of the distribu-

tion network will occur throughout the region and that’ll be based on customer demand.

“This will help with the design, particularly in engineering, to make sure that the volumes and the pressure gets to wherever their properties are in the way that they need it.”

Mr Paolo said the $155.6 million dollar project has largely gone well.

“The earth bank storages in Korunye, two 200 megalitre facilities,

are now being tested and commissioned for leaks at the moment just to make sure they are functioning as we expect,” he said.

“At Bolivar, the latest technology for recycling water is being applied and that is being tested and commissioned at the moment as well.”

For further information on NAIS and how to access the scheme contact 1300 SA WATER (1300 729 283) or head to https:// www.sawater.com.au/ current-projects/nais

Pictured with successful recipients and Ruth Vagnarelli & Rob Veitch

Pictured with representatives from Two Wells District Tennis Club

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Spare a thought for our ‘Fine Feathered Friends.’

During the last few weeks the heat on some days has been unrelenting and the hens in our care may need a bit of extra TLC. There are several factors to keep in mind such as providing shade in summer to keep them cool but making sure the hens are warm in winter.

There are several good websites on how to have a chicken castle or just the basic roost for your little ladies.

Having a good supply of eggs for the kitchen and chicken litter for the garden are two good reasons to keep a few hens in your garden.

Being prone to attacks from scale, mites and lice the adage of ‘prevention is better than a cure’ comes to mind.

Hens need to dust bathe so providing an area where they can do this to clean their feathers is essential but the plantings around their house can help to ward off infestations plus help to beautify the area. AMATEUR Strong smelling herbs are ideal for this GARDENER and there is a good selection to choose from.

The old favourites of Rosemary and Lavender are hardy as well as being attractive and the Sage plant is also useful as it is supposed to have the added benefit of deterring mice.

Nasturtium, Thyme are welcome along with the garlic bulb.

There is also the humble Wormwood plant which with its pretty leaves and distinctive odour is ideal for the side of a garden hen house.

Wormwood or Artemisia was mentioned several times in the Bible and not always in the kindest of ways and the inference or meaning was of a curse.

The plant grows to about one-metre-tall, is drought resistant and inhibits the growth of AMATEUR other plants around its perimeter.

With the smell supposedly helping to repel GARDENER ants, flies, mosquitoes, and also mice among other things.

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Bible and not always in the kindest of ways and the inference or meaning was of a curse.

For medicinal purposes it has been used as a cure for malaria, gallstones, arthritis and even Crohn’s Disease, so supposedly a wonder plant.

With the leaves being of a lacy texture and a delicate shade of green it is an attractive hardy plant suitable for all areas of the garden.

Artemisia absinthium is the plant that makes the drink Absinthe which was so popular in the early 20th century.

It was developed in Switzerland in the 1800s and became especially popular in Paris and Montmartre amongst the artist community.

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Wormwood plant which with its pretty leaves and distinctive odour is ideal for the side of a garden hen house.

The common name for it was the Green Fairy due to its colour and the supposedly hallucinogenic properties that it contained.

It is a spirit and the high alcoholic content with the distinctive colour probably helped with the nickname.

The drink was banned in the early 20th century, but the ban has now been lifted so presumably people are now drinking it for its aniseed flavours.

However, I am sure the plant will have no affect on your little hens in your own backyard!

Watch the vegetables on those hot days –

keep up the water and cover with shade cloth or an old sheet to help prevent sunburn.

Pick your fruit first thing in the morning as that is when the sugar level in the fruit is the highest making it more delectable.

Keep up a constant supply of water particularly with cucumbers to inhibit that bitter taste and tomatoes to help prevent blossom end rot.

Remove all fallen fruit from under your fruit trees for good gardening hygiene.

Try to keep cool and enjoy all the pleasures of your garden this January and A Happy New Year from the Amateur Gardener.

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Top guns at Xavier

Xavier College is very proud to celebrate a successful 2019 year, and congratulates all students on achieving the SACE, 100 per cent completion for the fourth consecutive year.

Dux of Xavier College for 2019 was Aaron Degreef with an ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) score of 98.7, who also received a merit (top score) in research project.

Ella Thorne also had an excellent ATAR of 98.6, and received merits in both psychology and research project, along with a Governor’s Award for Excellence.

Other top scorers were: Francie Heinsen 98.1 and merits for society and culture and modern history, Zade Heinicke 97.35 merit for research project, Georgia Thorne 96.95, Nathan Taylor 95.85 merit for research project, Chavannah Cormack 95.05 merit for research project, Erynne Miller 92.6, Nellie Farrelly 92.05, Ethan Selway 90.8, Jayde Davies 90.2, and Tatum Okmasich 90.2 Hannah Bowden and Arianna Sadiwnyk were also acknowledged after both received a merit for research project.

“Congratulations to the Xavier College Year 12 class of 2019 for their impressive SACE results,” principal, Mr Lynn Martin said.

“Thank you to the college staff for their dedicated work with students during the past year.

“Their care for students throughout their secondary education is highly commendable.”

Top guns! Back Row : Nathan Taylor, Aaron Degreef, Zade Heinicke, Ethan Selway Front Row: Ella Thorne, Tatum Okmasich, Jayde Davies, Chavannah Cormack, Nellie Farrelly, Georgia Thorne.

INSET: Xavier principal Mr Lynn Martin, with Governor’s Commendation award winner Ella Thorne, and college dux Aaron Degreef.

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Hailey’s hair today, gone tomorrow Getting a haircut for the first time is a big deal for anyone.

Getting you hair cut for charity is an even bigger deal, but that is exactly what kindhearted Angle Vale youngster Hailey Paterson intends to do on December 23.

Seven-year-old Hailey’s first haircut will be a big event in itself, doubly so as she plans to donate it to Hair With Heart, a derivative of the Variety Children’s Charity.

In Year 2 at Trinity College Gawler River next year, Hailey, who is almost eight, is feeling excited about her impending haircut.

“She’s a little nervous too as she has never had a hair cut,” mum, Kelly Paterson said.

“She giggled as she said

Bec O’Brien reports: she’d better not move when they cut it.”

Currently past her waist, Hailey is committed to chopping off between 45-50 centimetres of her hair, with hairdressing services donated

by Rhegan Clegget.

“Hailey sits on her hair it’s so long,” Kelly said.

“We have to wrap the hair ties around six times to hold it.

Hailey was inspired to donate her hair after watching her mum do a similar act a few years ago, and actually wanted to donate when she was just five years old.

“It made Hailey sad that there are kids who have lost their hair,” Kelly explained.

Hailey’s dad, Shannon, and two older brothers Daniel and Michael, as well as friends and family are right behind Hailey’s cause, hoping to raise $2000.

“Hailey’s friends love playing with her hair, they’ll miss that,” Kelly said.

“People always comment on her hair and she proudly tells everyone with a big smile she’s donating it.

“We thank everyone for their generous support.”

If you would like to support Hailey visit the link https://hairwithheart.everydayhero.com/au/haileys-gift to donate.

The link will remain open for the next few months.

What an inspiring young lady you are Hailey.

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Funding for four

Louise Michael reports:

Bec O’Brien reports: Four Two Wells based community projects are the most recent recipients of funding via the Two Wells Community Fund (TWCF).

The fund - a joint initiative between Adelaide Plains Council and the Hickinbotham Group allocated a little over $12,500 to projects aimed at improving services, community involvement and participation, and small construction in the Two Wells township.

The Two Wells Craft Shop received a grant of $2,000 to replace their current galvanised gate with a new wrought iron gate.

The gate will allow residents and visitors to view the currently hidden community garden at the rear of the shop.

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Attending the Two Wells Community Fund presentation on December 3 was, from left (back) Rob Veitch, John Dawkins, John Howell, Rob Small, (front), Neville Seccafien, Evelyn Dyer, Di Meaney, Kay Boon, Marie Tapscott, Ruth Vagnarelli, Judi Frost and John Allen. nis Club was allocated $5,000 to assist with purchasing a new shed to store equipment on site, as well as being a meeting point for members, visiting teams and the public.

The Two Wells Football and Netball Sporting Club was awarded $3,216 to purchase new sporting equipment, while the Two Wells RSL received $2500 to fit galvanised sheeting over their existing pergola.

Club representatives received their cheques from MLC John Dawkins at a special presentation

on Tuesday December 3, with Hickinbotham’s Ruth Vagnarelli also in attendance.

“The community fund committee represents the strong partnership between council, state government and Hickinbotham,” Ms Vagnarelli said.

“It is fantastic to assist with such worthwhile projects that will benefit the town.”

Adelaide Plains Council general manager development and community, Rob Veitch, said the results of funding from the fund’s first round earlier in the year could

already be seen.

“Certainly our community has already benefited with projects awarded money from the community fund’s first round, namely the purchase of a shade-sail fitted over tables at the Two Wells Playground and dual flush toilets being installed at the Two Wells Community Centre,” he said.

The third round of the TWCF will open on Monday, March 2 and close on Friday, March 27, 2020.

All enquiries should be made to Anne Sawtell on 8527 0200 or asawtell@apc.sa.gov.au

KORUNYE lad, Harry Verner, has the world at his feet, after his Year 12 results showed he had scored an ATAR 99.05, the second highest result at Trinity College in Gawler.

Not only did he have a great score, but he received three top-score Merits – in English literature, psychology and multi-media.

“I was surprised and amazed at the score, but also relieved,” Harry said.

Harry hopes to undertake a Bachelor of Media Studies, specialising in film and television, at Uni SA next year.

“My real interest is in screen writing and directing, but after being involved in school productions, I also like acting and theatre,” he said.

As part of his drama studies, Harry played Dr Frankenstein in the year 12 drama production of Frankenstein – a role he enjoyed!

While Harry isn’t certain where this career will take him, with his talents, keep an eye out for his name in Hollywood in a few years!

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“Tactical Wizards wow lego judges and start of community garden • Bronte and Daye Poulton have lived in Middle Beach for nine years and would like to see their little coastal town granted more attention from Adelaide Plains Council.

The couple believe the seaside town should inherit more infrastructure in order to cater for the growing number of visitors who use the sparse facilities.

“There are a lot of little issues that need to be addressed in Middle Beach,” Bronte said.

• Two Wells Primary School’s “Tactical Wizards” 10-member

robotics team impressed at this year’s First Lego League Regional Championships.

The team competed against nine other primary and high school teams from both public and private education settings at Trinity College in Gawler and was awarded first place in the Research Challenge category and second place in the Robotics Challenge category.

• Two Wells Scout Group members practised their skills in putting up a tent, ready for the Jamboree in Tailem Bend.

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kind in the scouting world, with more than 10,000 scouts taking part and representing countries from across the world to create a massive tent city.

• After weeks of delays more than 400 native plants, shrubs and grasses were finally put in the ground at Two Wells’ community garden.

Situated behind the Craft Shop on the main street, the garden has taken shape, with permaculture designer Tracey Hall providing direction, planning, support and hands on help to keep the project on track.

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Hayley dances to Disneyland and Nigella loved Jenny’s cakes • The need for proper council consideration in regard to the prioritisation of roads was highlighted at Adelaide Plains Council’s December and January general meetings, with various roads brought to the chamber’s attention and the subsequent decision-making process questioned, ultimately seeing a motion to allocate $102,000 to upgrade Webb Beach Road from October last year, rescinded.

• Adelaide Plains Council said it will trial the use of portable cameras to tackle the issue of illegal rubbish dumping in the council area.

The dumping of rubbish on the side of quiet roads has been an issue for both Playford and APC for many years.

Photos of rubbish freshly discarded often emerge on commu-

nity social media pages, residents angry their roads and their region are targeted by this nuisance, and indeed, criminal behaviour.

• A Disney die-hard fan, Two Wells teenager Hayley Duthie had always dreamt of one day seeing that magical movie castle in the flesh.

Her dreams became reality when the talented dancer, 18, travelled to America as a member of the Australian Youth Performing Arts Team.

Consisting of around 90 members ranging in age from eight to 25 years old, the team performed musical theatre in front of hundreds of people at Universal Studios near Los Angeles as well as on stage in Hollywood.

“I did actually cry when we walked into Disneyland,” Hayley

laughed.

“I was just that starstruck, I’ve always wanted to go there since I was little, and the fact I was there to perform, was so unreal.

• Local lady, Jenny McArdle (nee Beer), is famous for her pink jelly cakes, and at a family gathering, received a request to make them.

Her guests included sisterin-law, Maggie Beer, who had an upcoming lunch date with yet another chef, Nigella Lawson.

Jenny suggested (tongue in cheek) Maggie should take Nigella some of the jelly cakes.

“Oh I think I will,” Maggie replied!

Jenny packed four cakes up and sent them off, but asked Maggie to ensure she took a photo of Nigella eating the cakes.

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Barry and Margaret rejoiced in gold and Kirra graced the stage • SA Breeders, Owners,Trainers and Reinsperson’s Association (BOTRA) circulated a petition state wide asking for a fairer deal on a tax introduced last year.

In July 2017, the state government introduced a consumption tax of 15 per cent on the Net Wagering Revenue of betting companies offering services to South Australia.

All bets placed by South Australian residents with Australian-based betting companies will be liable for the tax.

• Adelaide Plains Council sought federal funding to repair heritage listed Wasleys Bridge.

Councillor John Lush moved a motion to develop a case ready for application when Round Five of the federally funded Bridge Renewal Program opened, believing the bridge to be an important icon in the area.

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• Barry and Margaret Flitter of Lewiston met 51 years ago at the tender age of 17, married the following year in 1969, and quietly celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary with family and friends.

They marked the occasion at the La Trattoria Italian restaurant on King William Street in town, shying away from a huge party.

“We’re very, very fortunate,” Barry said.

“We don’t have to have special occasions.”

Fortunate and lucky are two words Barry uses often when describing his life so far.

He is lucky to live in South Australia, lucky to have met his wife, and lucky to know the people he does.

• Two Wells teenager Kirra Robinson graced the stage as a cast member in the musical Chitty Chitty Bang Bang when it performed at the Barossa Arts

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The production, by Gawler-based Now Productions, featured a cast of about 50.

Kirra, a Year 8 Gawler and District College student, played a soldier as part of the show, and also appeared on stage in the senior ensemble.

• These cute bundles of fluff are a rare breed indeed.

Their parents, who were specifically imported from Portugal, are the only two adult Estrela Mountain Dogs in the country.

These pups are part of a sevenstrong litter born right here in Two Wells.

Long-time dog enthusiasts and breeders, Pat and John Buckley, have been showing dogs across a range of breeds for many years throughout the state, interstate and even overseas.

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Anne is Citizen of the Year and Two Wells skatepark site secured • Shrove Tuesday was celebrated at Two Wells Primary School not on Tuesday but on a Thursday.

Shrove Tuesday is typically held the day before Ash Wednesday, when the Christian period Lent begins.

• Building a wicking bed was the focus of a well-attended community gardening workshop held in Two Wells.

Eight participants took part in the workshop, which was led by permaculturalist Tracey Hall, and centered around constructing a wicking bed.

Wicking beds are becoming a common feature in water-wise gardens but have most likely been around in some shape and form

for many years.

• Barbara ‘Anne’Thompson fills her days by putting smiles on the faces of others.

And because she volunteers much of her time to the community she loves, was the joint winner of the Playford Citizen of the Year, 2019.

“I love the Virginia area and the friendliness of the people, it is like living in the country but also being close to everything,” Anne said.

Her official name is Barbara, however since childhood she has been known as Anne, which she prefers.

Anne began volunteering with the City of Playford Community Connections Group after

her husband, Eddie, entered Aged Care in 2011.

• A skate park in Two Wells was one step closer following a decision by Adelaide Plains Council to allocate a site for the long-awaited project.

Giving a deputation at a council meeting, Two Wells Regional Action Team vice president, Tony Lange, spoke passionately about the need for a skating facility in the township and for a parcel of land to be identified to help the group apply for grant funding.

Councillors were given two sites to choose from, Wells Road near the current dog and obedience club and Hart Reserve on Gawler Road.

May

Push for coastal improvements and Angle Vale Netball club returned • A RENEWED push for improvements at the coastal township of Middle Beach saw the formation of a new working party.

Friends of Middle Beach (FOMB) group has become an incorporated body following a community meeting in Two Wells, which saw around 30 people attend to discuss issues affecting the seaside community.

Leading the meeting was John Drexel, a Middle Beach resident of more than 20 years, who highlighted the importance of working together for the benefit of the broader community.

• Angle Vale returned to the Adelaide Plains Netball Association, impressively submitting teams in all senior grades to

maximum capacity.

After joining the APNA in 2016, following the Owls football team when it entered the Adelaide Plains Football League, the club left the following year due to a lack in numbers.

AVNC president, Jo Roberts, said numbers were amazing at training, with nearly 60 girls attending each Tuesday evening.

• Adelaide Plains Council started constructing a new cremation memorial wall and extend the existing concrete footpath network in the Two Wells cemetery.

These works were part of council’s 2018/19 works program and designed to enhance the use and access of the cemetery while

providing a low maintenance and aesthetically appealing facility.

The project had a budget allocation of $45,000.

• After taking out the TWBC Men’s Pairs Championship, sponsored by the Prior Family, Ben Smith and Mick Pickstock bowled their way through the qualifying rounds to earn a spot in the semi finals at Murray Bridge.

The semi final was a great game between Mick and Ben of Two Wells against David Machin and Brenton Roberts from Strathalbyn.

June

Harvest went nuts while railway proposal for Two Wells • Growers of almonds on the Adelaide Plains enjoyed a successful harvest on the back of ideal, hot and dry, growing conditions, contributing to a record national crop that nudged 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 was due to a growth in almond plantings and an incidentfree growing season.

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

Combine an international demand, a lower Aussie dollar and

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

• A passenger train service to Two Wells and Virginia was proposed following a deputation to Adelaide Plains Council.

Christopher Ratcliffe of Lower Light delivered a deputation to APC requesting council draft 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 Ratcliffe 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.

• For two weeks, Two Wells RSL hall served as a pop-up art gallery.

Local RSL member Bill Verco, along with his wife Penny, a member of the Salisbury Art Society, helped facilitate the art display, 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 created in a range of mediums including photographic rural images and artwork in charcoal, pencil, acrylic and oil paint, and pastels.

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Bowley’s bowling and Lange’s win • DUBLIN local, Jaidyn Bowley, headed to London on a trip of a lifetime, representing the state in under 18 cricket.

Aged 16, and in year 11 at Balaklava High School, Jaidyn has shown a natural talent for the sport, which he only started playing three years ago.

“We moved to Dublin from the suburbs, where Jaidyn had played soccer and football,” mum, Amanda, said.

“But there isn’t any soccer up this way, and he was looking for something to do in the offseason, so when his mates suggested he play cricket for Dublin,

he thought he’d have a go.”

• A fire at a dairy farm just north of Two Wells was thought to have been the result of arsonists.

This was the second time in as many months the Minko North dairy farm had been targeted, with gates deliberately unlocked about six weeks before resulting in cattle wandering at large.

Residents at the Harvey Road property in Korunye were woken in the early hours after hearing a loud bang.

• For the first time in more than 60 years, the ageing outside

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netball and tennis courts at Virginia got a facelift.

The courts underwent a complete makeover to the tune of $500,000.

•After winning the prize of a lifetime, South Australia’s newest millionaire was back at work the very next day.

Two Wells local, Sue Lange, was the $3 million Hospital Research Home Lottery winner.

Sue was told the happy news live on air by radio station Mix 102.3 hosts Jodie and Soda, where she learned she had won a $2 million Scott Salisbury built home and $1 million in cash.

August

Variety bash revved up, Flynn made state carnival • Adelaide Plains local Fabian Guidotto and his crew of five weare excited to participate in their first ever Variety Bash.

The eight-day event departed from Codan, Mawson Lakes and finished in Murray Bridge.

The Variety Bash is a madcap event designed to put the fun into fundraising and more than 300 costumed crew and 100 colourful cars will make their way through remote areas to assist kids in need.

• The Two Wells Scout Group was counting its blessings after Adelaide Plains Council last month locked in a new site for the group.

Tucked away behind the town’s bowling club carpark and not too far from the local tennis courts, was an overgrown green field.

While it didn’t look like much,

its possibilities had TWSG members excited for the future.

“We are just so very thankful and looking forward to what this site will do for the future of scouts in Two Wells,” TWSG committee member Wendy Sharpe said.

• A petition seeking support from the state government to change the council boundary of the Adelaide Plains Council (APC) area was presented to parliament.

The petition requested the APC ward of Mallala/Dublin be incorporated into Wakefield Regional Council, and the wards of Lewiston and Two Wells to City of Playford.

Effectively the petition is seeking the disbandment of the APC as a governing body.

• For the past three years, Flynn Moore has made the state junior rugby team.

Flynn, who lives in Two Wells, co-captained the state’s Under 14 team as it took part in the Southern States Carnival Rugby competition in Canberra.

The team went undefeated throughout the competition and won the grand final.

During his time in Canberra, Flynn scored three tries and was awarded Best On Ground for a standout performance against ACT. • A new look main street for Virginia is on its way, with the first stage of the City of Playford’s (COP) upgrade set to start early next year.

COP announced the undergrounding of powerlines along Old Port Wakefield Road would begin in earnest in 2020 following approval for a $2.6m project from the Power Lines Environment Committee (PLEC).

September

Classic cars and new Xavier college to open • This is not your everyday car.

Well, actually it is…..for owner Robin Stephens of Reeves Plains that is.

Having owned this impressive 1912 T-Model Ford for the past three years, Robin and wife Lynette are regularly seen in the main street of Two Wells going about their business in this unique vehicle.

And it is certainly a headturner.

Robin said the car still has its original horn.

• Ageing and Disability Expo held in Two Wells was hailed a success by organisers, with almost 40 stallholders taking part and many from across the district passing

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through the door throughout the day.

No doubt the free devonshire tea served by members of the Seniors Collaborative Action Project, which includes representatives from Gawler, Light and Barossa councils, went down a treat.

• The Hunt family of Two Wells was one of many excited by the recent announcement of a new school to be built in their hometown.

Catholic school Xavier College, currently based on the outskirts of Gawler, has committed to opening a Reception to Year 6 campus in Two Wells’ new housing development, Liberty, in 2021.

While the school will initially

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cater for the primary school years, classes for high school children will be added as demand grows.

• Angle Vale, one of the fastest growing suburbs in South Australia, was set to receive a new super school to cater for the burgeoning population.

A market garden on Riverbanks Road had been earmarked by the State Government who had begun proceedings to compulsorily acquire the land.

Education Minister John Gardner said the 14-hectare block will house the new stateof-the-art birth to Year 12 school and would accommodate up to 1675 students, easing pressure on other northern high schools, such as Mark Oliphant College.

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Road honours and new head of Playford council • TWO new roads in Lewiston were named in recognition of the efforts of two local identities.

Adelaide Plains Council acknowledged the contributions of Lewiston resident Anne Porter and the late Terry Post when naming the streets in a new subdivision off Dawkins Road.

Terry was the groundsman at the Two Wells Primary School for many years and also served on its governing council; coached and umpired the Two Wells Softball Club; coached, umpired and was a life member of the Two Wells Netball Club and participated onstage and off stage in many Two Wells Melodrama Group productions.

Terry was later made a life member of the Two Wells Melodrama Group and was also a pivotal member of the Two Wells Community Advancement Association (now

known as TWRAT).

Porter Court was named in honour of Anne Porter, who has been a resident of Lewiston since the early days of subdivision.

Anne was a big part of the lobby group who successfully petitioned to have the area of Lewiston gazetted and recognised as its own identity.

Anne has been heavily involved in the Two Wells/Lewiston Neighbourhood Watch Group since its inception and is a hard worker in the successful Two Wells Blue Light Discos.

• THE City of Playford (COP) appointed a new Chief Executive Officer 10 months after terminating the contract of former CEO, Mal Hemmerling, in December last year.

The announcement of Sam Green to fulfil the role came as no surprise as he had been acting in

the position since the removal of Hemmerling.

Mr Green, 42, has been with COP for the past seven years and is attributed with knowledge and understanding of the community.

• FORMER Two Wells footballer, Luke Barnett, was awarded runnerup in the 2019 McCallum-Tomkins Medal.

The medal is awarded to the best and fairest Under 18 state league player of the season, as judged by the umpires.

Barnett, who played his junior football at Two Wells, missed out on the top honour by two votes to North Adelaide midfielder Harrison Magor.

“Obviously he has an exciting future in the game at the next level and we wish him well for the future,” Two Wells Football Club president, Michael Slattery said.

November

Private permit plan • Adelaide Plains Council debated a policy which would regulate trail bike riding activities on private land.

The “Motor Cycle Amenity” bylaw would have been the first of its kind in the state requiring motorcycle owners to obtain permits to ride on their own land.

A report outlining the background behind the draft bylaw was presented to councillors for consideration at APC’s October meeting.

The draft bylaw aimed to regulate two, three and four-wheeled motorcycle activity and included the use of motorised scooters and go-karts.

It required owners to seek a permit from council to ride these vehicles on their land or council’s (excluding roads).

The owner or occupier of any private land must also ensure that other people do not drive, ride or otherwise use any motorcycle on

the land.

• It was the end of an era in Two Wells last month when much-loved locals Rosa and Rocco Settimio closed the doors of their grocery store for the last time.

After more than 30 years serving the community, literally, Rosa and Rocco sold up and retired, hoping to spend more time with their children and grandchildren, dabble in some gardening and maybe travel a bit.

The pair have been a staple in the everyday lives of many residents, from those who pop in daily for bread, milk and the paper, to the after school kids lucky enough to enjoy an ice cream on a hot day, to the regular weekly shoppers who trundle the compact isles and visitors dropping by.

• Just in time for the summer tennis season, City of Playford’s $500,000 makeover of the Virginia outside netball and tennis courts

was completed.

With little having been done to the court surface in the past few decades, the community welcomed the improvements.

The project saw the old asphalt surface replaced with a brand new acrylic one, comprising four tennis courts and three netball courts.

This also included widening of the court area, improved lighting, installation of a hitting wall and new fencing and seating.

• 2020 will see Two Wells Bowling Club members playing on artificial greens following two successful grant applications.

The State Government’s Community Recreation and Sport Facilities Program (CRSFP) provided $200,000 while the Federal Government’s Drought Communities Program also provided $98,000.

Works are expected to start in May next year and should be completed by June 30.

December

New shop zone?

• FUTURE retail growth in Two Wells may come to fruition earlier than expected if private land north of the township can be re-zoned and converted to a shopping precinct.

Former Manager of Environment and Development Services, for the then Mallala Council, Henri Mueller, presented at the Adelaide Plains Ratepayers Association meeting last month to discuss aspirations of creating a retail hub north of the township on private land.

Mr Mueller introduced the Azzuro family of Two Wells whose land, in between Meaney Road and Port Wakefield Road, is being offered for the venture.

His suggestion was welcomed by the 25 attendees at the meeting, however it has been a long held view that retail development should be integrated into the existing fabric of Two Wells to prevent

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the creation of two town centres.

• CHRISSIE Scott of Lewiston and her friends walked 35kms to raise funds for the Mito Foundation; a foundation assisting families and supporting research into Mitochondrial disease.

The “Bloody Long Walk” started at picturesque Carrick Hill in the Adelaide foothills, meandered past the Botanic Gardens and the zoo, before following the River Torrens to the ocean at Henley Beach and up the coast to end at Glenelg.

Chrissie and her three friends, Tracey Findlay, Melissa Hughes and Lucinda Munro, known as team “Spongebob Slow Pants” were initially a team of six, but injury to two members before the event saw them ruled out.

• THERE was a changing of the guard at Two Wells’ popular grocery store in recent weeks, with Ashwin Kumar (Ash as he prefers to be

known) taking ownership of and operating the IGA supermarket in town.

Ash moved to Two Wells in early November to be trained by Rosa and Rocco prior to the changeover in mid-November.

• The controversial motorbike bylaw attracted local criticism, with Lewiston resident and longtime motorbike enthusiast, Anne Harford, airing her concerns.

She fears the proposed bylaw could impact heavily on the family’s ability to train for the sport they love.

Anne said she felt, as more people moved into the area from urban centres, that those who are complaining about the impact of motorbikes on private property, are doing so unrealistically.

“It’s only in the last five to seven years that this has ever come up as an issue,” she said.

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Around 30 people attended the first official function of Friends of Middle Beach Incorporated (FOMBI), with a working bee and barbeque lunch held at Middle Beach on Saturday December 7.

The group quickly dealt with weeds and rubbish at the foreshore memorial garden, before enjoying lunch and sharing in an open discussion of current and future FOMBI projects.

Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary (AIBS) senior ranger, Erik Dahl, was on hand to answer questions and share his knowledge, while Adelaide Plains Councillor, Kay Boon, also attended.

“Erik was particularly pleased with the efforts we are making to look after the environment,” FOMBI president John Drexel said.

“Kay was heartened by another local community group looking after the environment as well as the recreational needs of our current and future generations.”

The group then took a tour of the current boat ramp, where concerns about sediment buildup were raised.

“Sediment build-up in the creek has effectively stopped all water activities, unless the tide is flowing,” Mr Drexel said.

FOMBI hopes to remediate

Bec O’Brien reports: the creek by removing about Christine and Lance Ostrenga dig in to help.

4000 cubic metres of sediment.

“The intention is to pump the loose sediment to the abandoned shellgrit pit at the northern end of the beach, then contour the material into the profile of the former dune, and plant it with native flora,” Mr Drexel explained.

The group also explored the area at the rear of the shacks, where a one-metre or less high levee is proposed to protect Middle Beach homes from flooding.

Raising the height of the Kath Stubing and Julie Henderson get stuck into the road across the salt flats and cleanup. potentially planting nutrienttolerant native species in the paddock used for disposal of treated effluent, were also ideas raised.

FOMBI membership is open to anyone interested in taking part in activities to enhance the Middle Beach environment for an annual fee of $10.

Contact Cheryl Fittock by emailing cmfmiddlebeach@ hotmail.com for an application form and payment details.

The next FOMBI function will be its annual Australia Day picnic on the beach on January 26.

Helping out was Ali Rozman and Hayley Haygreen.

AIBS senior ranger, Erik Dahl, and FOMB president John Drexel.

Cheryl Fittock and her granddaughter Kiara, with Bronte Poulton, pitched in to help with the cleanup.

Ready to help with the cleanup at Middle Beach was Julie Henderson, Kath Stubing and Ken Williams.

Something fun and fishy for New Year at Parham!

MARK your diaries for a fun way to start 2020 with Port Parham New Year’s Gala Day on Wednesday, January 1.

The gala day has been running for more than 60 years, and will be held on land managed by the Port Parham Sports and Social Club.

It was initiated by the former Port Parham Progress Association and back in its hey day, attracted more than 1000 people to events held on the beach.

All the action starts at 11am until around 3.30pm, with fun and games for the whole family to enjoy.

Activities include gnome throwing, egg toss, rolling pin throwing, flat races in age groups, beach girls and beach boys competitions (age groups from babies to the very mature!)

Other major features of the day are the Parham Sheffield, a 75m dash event, decorated bike competitions for the kids, and the Parham Regatta team event, a fiercely contested race in open bottomed boats.

There are conditions though boats must be designed to this year’s theme, ‘Fish of the Sea’ and be at least 700mm high on three sides.

The event is open to anyone, but you need to contact local community organisations to enter a team.

Lunch will be provided by the Dublin Cricket Club and the club’s bar will be open (no BYO).

Mayor of the Adelaide Plains Council, Mark Wasley, will be a judge of events together with Trevor and Lynn Bellchambers who are developing a property at Webb Beach.

For any queries, please contact event coordinator, Alvin Jenkin on 08 8529 2504.

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CWA Christmas Cheer Members of the Two Wells Country Women’s Association (CWA) capped off a great year of community, friendship and craft with a fashionable high tea at Tanunda on Saturday December 7. Dainty sandwiches, cute cakes, pretty biscuits, scones and of course plenty of cups of tea, were all eagerly downed by those who attended including, pictured left clockwise from bottom left, Liz, Christobel, Lorraine, Bec, Valmai, Sue L, Steve, Diana, Shirley, Vanessa, Audrey, Evelyn, Sue M, Kaitlyn and Chelsea. Merry Christmas ladies (and gent).

21st Celebrations Good mates and popular Two Wells lads, Jamie Humphrys and Noah Barnett, pictured top right, celebrated their 21st birthdays this month with a joint party at the Two Wells Community Centre on Saturday December 7.

The pair spent much of their schooling years together and both play A Grade football for the Two Wells Football Club. The boys’ families and friends travelled from far and wide to celebrate the occasion, enjoying lamb and pig on the spit, accompanied with salads and drinks, and a great night was had, by all accounts. Noah is the eldest son of David and Michelle, Jamie the eldest child of Paul Humphrys and Andrea Post. Happy birthday guys, now you can legally drink throughout

Days of January January is a month named by the Romans after the God Janus, the God of Gateways.

This is because January is the gateway to the new year, and is most often welcomed through a celebration of great merriment and mirth – not to mention a usually-unachievable new year’s resolution!

January 1 New Year’s Day, or National Hangover Day, depends how you welcomed in the New Year!

The ECHO team would like to wish all our readers a wonderful 2020, full of positivity, health and happiness.

January 19 International Flower Day (IFD) is held annually on this day.

The day is about spreading happiness to others by means of a simple flower!

IFD is about encouraging us to enrich the lives of others, be they family, friends or strangers.

By reminding us of the benefits of connect-

the world.

Vale Artex Many locals may have seen this gorgeous German Shepherd dog about the place over the years.

Artex, pictured inset with his favoured sunglasses and also at inset with owner Selina West at a past Two Wells Anzac Day service,

was well-known in the area for his fondness for wearing sunglasses.

Selina says people were drawn to 10-year-old Artex wherever she went. “He was my best friend, he loved wearing sunglasses, he had his own goggles and I was only ever known as the girl with the dog who wore sunglasses,” she said. “He had so much personal-

ity and was full of character, he loved just being around people, he was just the best.” Sadly, a few weeks ago, Artex passed away suddenly. No doubt he will be sorely missed by Selina and her husband Danny, but also by those who were lucky enough to meet him around the district.

ing with one another, appreciating, respecting and accepting each other, the world will hopefully be a better place.

January 24 International Day of Education.

This day was only recently added to the International Calendar on 3 December 2018

LET’S CHAT…WITH BEC & NAT Let’s chat about Elf on the Shelf.

by the United Nations General Assembly, in celebration of the role of education for peace and development.

By doing so, it recognises education playing a key role in building sustainable and resilient societies, and contributing to the achievement of all other sustainable development goals.

There are not many fence sitters with this one.

You’re either a staunch advocate for the magic of Christmas to be further morphed into a Facebook ‘like’ farming frenzy, or you just sigh and scroll on by the numerous daily posts from the usual suspects.

Only recently I realised parents had children believe the charade of the Elf is real, that the doll actually comes alive at night and causes creepy chaos.

It took a while to sink in.

Apparently, it’s also meant to report back to Father Christmas on children’s behaviour ...so there’s an added layer of surveillance to Santa’s naughty or nice list.

I think what really makes me recoil from the rigmarole is the expectation that I not spoil the exercise for other children.

I would actually be mortified if I slipped up to an Elf on the Shelf believer, and this in itself makes me resent the doll and its shenanigans.

Furthermore, it poses the conundrum of what I tell my children!

When they come home from school to tell me what so and so’s elf did last night and ask why we don’t have an Elf, am I supposed to play along so they don’t blurt out the blatant truth to their friends and I effectively avoid being known as the bah humbug Mum? Or do I parent my family according to my own values and beliefs, and be straight up honest? Because let’s face

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it, it’s a long bow to draw, an elf….on the shelf……that moves itself.

I confess, I have done the latter.

Because that is what felt right to me.

I hope my children are able to tread the fine line of listening to classmates excitedly sharing stories of their naughty elf at home and not insist that the doll is moved by their parents.

But I can’t police how they reveal the truth of their world to their closest confidants.

And if you are an Elf on the Shelf die-hard and are upset because my kids haven’t played along, well….. sorry.

I’ve never danced to the beat of someone else’s drum and I’m too old to start now, my legs don’t have the strength to keep up with the next fad.

How about you Bec? What do you make of the latest layer on Christmas?

Nat, I think you should have had a warning at the start of this column, “kids if you’re a believer, stop reading and look away now!!”

Talk about killing the spirit of Christmas in one sentence.

It’s all just a bit of silly fun isn’t it?

I mean, how much harm can one little ‘ol elf do? ……..HAHAHAHA got you!!

I am not a fan of Elf on the Shelf.

I just don’t have time to “remember” to do something else.

I’ve lost track of the number of times the tooth fairy got “held up in traffic”

because of my memory.

My list each day is already too long, and thinking up creative ways to keep my children amused about a magical elf is just not something I can get into.

And there are actually rules for this elf...I mean really?

Apparently each elf should have a name (although that seems fair).

He or she should also have a few different wardrobe options (is this really necessary?).

During the day, your elf shouldn’t move, the mischief is always made at night, when your kids are asleep.

How convenient, right?

An “elfie” can get involved in everything from marshmallow baths, sprinkle snow angels, Spiderman’s webs, and even magic tricks.

All I hear is mess that I have to make and then clean up, and time I’ll never get back.

I guess the traditional purpose of the elf to silently watch over your kids as they go about their daily activities and report their “naughty” or “nice” behavior back to Santa could work favourably for the parents?

If I take this more practical approach to Elf on the Shelf I can see it in a much more positive light.

Jingle, (that’s my fictional elf on the shelf’s name by the way”), wants you to clean your room. Done.

Elf on the Shelf says it’s a tech-free day today. No problems.

Elf on the Shelf would like some

help around the house. Name it!

My home would be a showhome in no time.

But from a kids’ perspective the holidays wouldn’t be much fun if all they were doing was cleaning and being nice to each other while not watching TV. I guess that’s another point for Elf on the Shelf.

It’s supposed to add a little bit of excitement, intrigue and fun in the weeks before Christmas.

Although I’m not a fan, I’m not going to be the grinch and ruin Christmas.

So if you’re an Elf on the Shelf family, enjoy, maybe you can have your elf doing good deeds for others, or spreading kindness.

No doubt the possibilities are only limited by your imagination.

Interestingly, none of my girls have asked why we don’t have an elf on the shelf.

I’m now hoping they still believe or else that present from Santa may just not make it down the chimney!

On a side note, Nat, we need to come up with the next fad and make our fortunes.

Then we can retire in style.

Elves aside, enjoy your Christmas however you and your family see fit, but just in case Jingle is watching, I’ve been good, I promise.

Merry Christmas from Bec and Nat.

January 26 Australia Day is the official National Day of Australia, also known as Invasion Day or Survival Day. Celebrated annually on 26 January, it marks the anniversary of the 1788 arrival of the First Fleet of British ships to New South Wales under the command of Governor Arthur Phillip.

In present-day Australia, celebrations reflect the diverse society and landscape of the nation and are marked by community and family events, reflections on Australian history, official community awards and citizenship ceremonies welcoming new members of the Australian community.

January 27 International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust, which occurred during the Second World War. This day commemorates the genocide that resulted in the death of an estimated six million Jewish people.

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The first Blue Light Disco for 2020 will be held at the Two Wells Community Centre on Friday March 13 from 7pm to 9pm.

Christmas was in the air at the final Blue Light Disco held in Two Wells on Friday December 13.

Coming on the back of the town’s popular Christmas street parade and market, youngsters hit the dance floor ready to celebrate the festive season.

A few lucky revellers took home some great prizes, including an 18.5-inch television, skateboard and helmet, a large Christmas mouse and $25 voucher, bluetooth speakers and headphones, and drink vouchers.

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Two Wells CFS Cadet of the Year joint winners Mitchell Boobyer and Zoe Boobyer.

Cadets of the year Congratulations to Two Wells CFS cadets Mitchell Boobyer and Zoe Boobyer who were named joint winners of the Cadet of the Year award for the Two Wells brigade in 2019.

The young cadets were presented with their awards at the group’s break-up party on December 4 after some “flipping good fun”.

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TWPS class of 2019 graduates in style The class of 2019 at Two Wells Primary School celebrated its Year 7 graduation on Thursday December 12.

In a break from previous years, the students and their teachers lunched at the big V in Virginia, before later arriving at school dressed to impress, for a short official presentation in front of family and friends.

Award winners for the year were, Alex Daly (Noel Oakley Sport Award), Ben Royals (Carolyn Hart Academic Excellence Award), Makayla Walker (Neville Sharpe Community Award) and Keeley Merritt (Dean Anderson All Rounder Award).

A proud mum, Mel Congratulations and good luck to you all Sochacki, with a less as you begin your high school journey. than impressed Lachlan.

Arriving in style was Layla, Jada and Shaye.

Proud dad, Derek Jeffers with Ella.

Cameron and Keeley Beau arrives for the of- ready to celebrate the ficial presentation. end of primary school.

Ready for Yr 7 graduation is a dapper Jack.

Arriving in a Lamborghini and dressed to impress was Blake.

Looking sharp before the Year 7 graduation was Thomas.

Glamours-looking Maddison.

Gorgeous girls Ella and Chloe.

Cassandra and Charlotte stepped out in style.

TWPS award winners for 2019, from left, Alex Daly (Noel Oakley Sport Award), Ben Royals (Carolyn Hart Academic Excellence Award), Makayla Walker (Neville Sharpe Community Award) and Keeley Merritt (Dean Anderson All Rounder Award).

Students jingle all the way!

Two Wells Primary School held its end of year carols night on Tuesday December 3.

Students, staff and families celebrated the completion of another busy school year with a barbeque.

Later, everyone gathered outside on the oval to enjoy the carols, which included family favourites “Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer”, “Jingle Bells” and “Rocking Around the Christmas Tree”.

Kenadie Noble, 1, of Two Wells enjoyed the concert.

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Aiden, Daniel, Liam and Sara before Room 25’s rendition of “I’m getting nuttin’ for Christmas”.

Year ½ students Evie, Stephanie and Hayley from Room 7 before their item “Go Santa, Go!”

Hosting the night was Yr 7 students Ashley, Jada, Cameron and Cassandra.

Luke, Jayke, Hartley, Aiden and Lachlan from Room 24 all geared up to sing “Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer”.

Big grins from Room 8 students Blayte and Jackson before they went on stage.

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Christmas cheer at children’s centre Bec O’Brien reports:

Not even a summer shower could dampen the Christmas cheer at Two Wells Community Children’s Centre’s annual end of year concert on Friday November 29.

While there were a few wet Santa suits and droopy reindeer ears; the jumping castle, barbecue, disco, cake stall and face painting were still a hit with the districts’ littlest people and their families.

Capping off the night was a great performance by the kindergarten and childcare children, teachers and carers, who sang a variety of Christmas songs on stage.

Hoop there it is. Archie Hunter, 4, rocks his Santa outfit.

Loving their face painting was Chloe Taylor and Lola Hentschke.

TWCCC early childhood worker Faye Pirri and assistant director Jacinta Leighton lending a hand.

Sparkling in their Christmas clothes was Norah, Jaime and Olive Lithgow of Two Wells.

Darry Fraser visits Two Wells Living for five years on the River Murray as a child left such an impression on South Australian author Darry Fraser, she has set the majority of her books around the iconic river.

An Australian historical romance writer who currently calls Kangaroo Island home, Darry says “the river was a source of absolute fascination for me. It captured me as a very young child”.

She has also lived in Swan Hill and for a long time in Alice Springs, as well as travelled extensively across Australia.

It’s a good life for story ideas and research, and her novels reflect this.

Darry’s first book “Daughter of the Murray” was published in 2015.

Her second novel “Where the River Runs” is set in Bendigo in the 1890s and her third novel, “The Widow of Ballarat” takes place on the goldfields of Ballarat in the 1850s.

Darry was in Two Wells on Thursday No-

Bec O’Brien reports: vember 28 to promote her latest book “The Good Woman of Renmark”.

“The process of writing, for me, is very magical,” she told those gathered in the Uniting Church hall.

“I often keep a scribble block and pencil next to my bed because I’m often woken by a thought or an idea, and once it’s out of my head and on paper, I can move on and go back to sleep.”

Speaking openly about her writing journey, Darry admitted to the audience that while “writer’s block” in its most common understanding had not struck her per se, fatigue certainly had.

And it’s no wonder, with Darry turning out 2500 words a day - on a good day - on average for each book.

“The creative process needs a rest, a break,” she said.

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“If you’re story is on the wrong path you can’t go any further.”

All of Darry’s stories feature strong, independent women who overcome adversity, the restrictions and expectations of women of their time, and who “grow into themselves”.

Each book is thoroughly researched, both before writing and on-going as the story takes shape, with Darry’s love of history shining through.

“I feel that I really connect with the history that I’m writing about,” she said.

“I live in a little bubble when I’m writing (and) the research that goes into every line is significant.

“When I’m doing the research I try to step right into that space.

“The history walks Renae McDonald gives her son, Jack a with me, if you like big Santa hug. (but) my characters direct the story, very much so... at 4.15am, 5.23am, 2.30am.”

Darry’s next novel is titled “Elsa Goody South Australian author Darry Fraser (center) with Bushranger” and is due fellow author Tricia Stringer (left) and APC councilfor release in July 2020. lor Kay Boon.

Each month the Two Wells Book Club will bring you a review of the book that had been read by the group the previous month.

The book club meets once a month at the Two Wells Library.

We hope you enjoy the segment and are provided with an opportunity to engage with some books that you might never have thought to pick up and read.

This month’s book is Scrublands by Chris Hammer.

This month’s book received mixed reviews from book club members.

Whilst all agreed the story was a page turner, the group was divided as to the overall quality of the end product, a few readers finding some plot points a tad ridiculous.

This aside, Chris Hammer is forging himself as a significant author in the newly emerged genre of Australian Rural Crime and Scrublands ticks all the boxes for a compelling thriller.

The prologue creates an instant mission for readers to ride the journey till the final page.

The hook? A young, charismatic priest calmly dons his vestments and opens fire on his small town congregation, killing five men before being shot dead himself.

A year later, troubled journalist Martin Scarsden arrives in drought

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stricken Riversend to write a feature on the anniversary of the tragedy.

But the stories he hears from the locals about the priest and incidents leading up to the shooting don’t fit with the accepted version of events his own newspaper reported in an award-winning investigation.

Martin can’t ignore his doubts, nor the urgings of some locals to unearth the real reason behind the priest’s deadly rampage.

Even though the twists that unravel are both complicated and convoluted, intrigue is sustained, and the ultimate reason for the shooting is revealed at the very end.

Many members were swept away by the range of opinions the townspeople held about the priest.

Portrayed as an amazing minister, trusted friend and lover, as well as a

horrific pervert, the priest’s character is examined through these varying sentiments.

Some members felt this aspect was true to life, that people’s perceptions based on their understandings can differ so extremely, and how horrifyingly easy it is to destroy a good reputation with a nasty word or two.

The book was considerably long and the oppressive heat of drought was revisited by the author in its own oppressive way, with rain falling onto the very final page in expected fashion.

Regardless, Scrublands, is undoubtedly a captivating read for the holidays!

Grab a copy for yourself or to use as a stocking filler.

It is sure to ignite some interesting conversations.

Next month’s book is Far from the Manning Crowd by Thomas Hardy

Bec O’Brien reports: The Adelaide Plains Council’s popular Summer Reading Club is back once again, with kids encouraged to read 10 books during the school holiday period.

This years Summer Reading Club challenge is “40 days in 40 ways”, and runs through December and January, with the adage of “stories are everywhere waiting to be discovered”.

Kids have to read 10 books of their choosing during this period to complete the challenge.

They can pick up a pack from Two Wells or Mallala libraries – Primary, Secondary, Pre-School.

Packs include the registration page, reading log, stickers and puzzles.

At the conclusion of the challenge the council supports a celebration afternoon tea in February where each child will receive a certificate and a book prize.

For more information drop into one of the council’s libraries, check them out on Facebook or email library@apc.sa.gov.au.

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Tennis served up Term 4 had 24 kids participating in coaching programs run by the Two Wells District Tennis Club.

ANZ Hot Shots, Match Play and a new squad training group for teens run by the club’s new foundation coaches to practice strategic skills and tennis movement.

Senior tennis made a come back to Two Wells with two teams playing in Division 3 in the Gawler Barossa competition.

The team members practice and have a social hit every Tuesday night from 7pm then play at various locations on Saturday afternoons.

Both teams are currently sitting in the middle of the leader board and return to matches on 10 January 2020.

Marie Tapscott reports: Coming to Two Wells in January 2020 is a new Tennis Australia Open Court session to provide social tennis for adult players in a fun novel format.

Did you know more than five million Australians have played tennis at some point in their life but don’t currently?

All too often we hear them say “I love tennis ... I used to play!

So we are giving them a chance to bring their love for the game back onto the court.

We’re asking people to “Get Your Racquet On!” at your local club.

Follow the Two Wells District Tennis Facebook page to find out more.

Blue Ball ANZ Hot Shots group participants, left to right Pearl Kaminski, Alison Copley and Mia Coster with Leigh Stretton, Maddison Wallace, TWDTC coordinator Marie Tapscott, and coach Rebecca Leo.

Red Ball ANZ Hot Shots group participants, left to right (front) Corby Gameau, Henry Meaney, Isabelle Gunn, Sophie Lester, Charles Lester, Matthew Caguilla and Blake Smith, with (back) coach Rebecca Leo and coordinator Marie Tapscott.

Orange Ball ANZ Hot Shots group and match play juniors left to right (front) Xander McAuley-Fry, Austin McAuley-Fry, Imogen McAuley-Fry, Lily Gameau and Olivia Gunn, with (back) coach Rebecca Leo and coordinator Marie Tapscott. Absent Katie Harris, Grace Williams and Jayde Williams.

Squad Training group participants (back) from left, coach Dale McDonald, Jamieson Schouten, Cohen Jones, coach Marie Tapscott, coach Chelsea Foubister, (front) Tristan Phillips, Logan Schouten, Thomas Meaney and Michaela Foubister.

Class room bubble fun at Two Wells Community Children’s Centre It was two weeks of extra fun for the children at Two Wells Community Children’s Centre as they headed toward the end of the year earlier this month.

On the back of a parent request, the centre held two “messy play” days at the centre, with mud, gloop, slime and water a bit hit with many children who loved getting wet, making a mess and exploring through sensory play..

The following week Graeme Denton from “The Scientific Bubble Show” wowed the kids with his huge bubbles and funny personality.

As you can see from the pictures, some of the bubbles Graeme created were large enough to encase two people!

It was a great way to end a busy year at the centre.

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Simon picks up footy ops role BALAKLAVA’S Simon Purdue has been appointed to the new role of Football Operations Coordinator for the Mid North and Yorke Zone.

Mr Purdue will be responsible for administering the Adelaide Plains, Yorke Peninsula, North Eastern and Northern Areas competitions, while assisting with club development initiatives.

SANFL Community Football manager, Matt Duldig, said his knowledge and passion for the region was evident given his current involvement with

Adelaide Plains Football League club, Hummocks-Watchman Eagles, as well as coaching APFL junior representative teams.

“I’m passionate about the sustainability of footy in regional communities and look forward to working with all leagues and clubs in the zone to ensure the future of our great game,” Mr Purdue said.

“A well-run sporting club is the focal point of a country community and to see clubs struggle directly impacts on the area they are based.

“I’m very excited to visit each club in the region to meet the volunteers involved.”

Purdue’s appointment comes on the back of the establishment of a new Mid North and Yorke Peninsula Regional Council to represent the four leagues throughout the area.

“Country football is home to half of all club participants across South Australia and is also a crucial part of the social fabric of regional communities,” MrDuldig said.

“However, to be at their best, we

recognise that leagues need additional resources and support.

“Over the past two years, we have established regional councils in the Limestone Coast and Eyre Peninsula and both those regions have seen immediate and positive results with club volunteers and league administrators being the major beneficiaries.”

Mr Purdue is now one of three Regional Football Operations Coordinators employed by SANFL, joining Richard Murphy on the Eyre Peninsula and Michael Mourbey in the South East.

Balaklava’s Simon Purdue is looking forward to his new role as Football Operations Coordinator for the Mid North and Yorke Zone.

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Junior cricketers to play in 2020 state cup The U12s are having a good year having played eight games, winning five, which has us at 3rd on the ladder out of eight teams.

We lost a couple of our senior players to U14’s this year however gained a couple of good young cricketers to the club also, which is holding us in good stead.

Our bowling and fielding is keeping us close to the top of the ladder at the moment as we have Nick Welbourn leading the Para Districts Cricket Association (PDCA) with 12 wickets and Jayke Hansen coming in fourth with nine wickets. We have to continue to work on our batting as we aren’t quite scoring enough runs to go with the top teams in the competition.

Michael Daly, Jayke Hansen and Logan Clifton were selected in the Northern Districts Jets side on the back of their season so far.

The carnival was due to play the week before Christmas, however due to hot weather, was cancelled.

These three boys were also

Craig Hansen reports: selected to play in the PDCA’s U12’s side to compete in the South Australian Metropolitan Cricket Association (SAMCA) fixture in early January, so a credit to these young boys being selected in those sides.

The U14’s are also sitting 3rd on their ladder.

They have lost some close games, only let down by a few dropped catches and some errant shots.

The boys do have Aden Macpherson with seven wickets, Alex Daly six wickets and Matt Evers five wickets, and all in the top 10 bowlers for the PDCA at the halfway point of the season.

This has been backed up with help from the bat by Harry Devlin who is fifth in the association with a top score of 74.

In this team there has been some remarkable fielding in a number of games, with Matt Evers taking a number of spectacular catches you’d

Two Wells Cricket Club’s U14 side for 2019, from left (back) Hamish Manie, Jacob Pellizzari, Matt Evers, Caleb Manie, Andy Quinlish (coach), (front) Alex Daly, Harrison Devlin, Aden MacPherson. Absent Lachlan Sochacki, Mitchell Boobyer and Alycia Presland. expect to see at the highest grades of cricket.

In U14’s association representative cricket, Matt

Evers, Harry Devlin and Alex Daly have made the SAMCA squad.

Alex Daly made the U14’s

JETS squad and he also played in the Ray Sutton Shield.

In U16’s Blake Hamilton made the JETS squad.

Congratulations on a great season so far everyone.

Enjoy the break and we’ll see you in 2020.

Congratulations to the

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Well done to the College Dux, Mitchell Richardson with an ATAR of 99.95!

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