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DECEMBER 2021

BEC O’BRIEN TWO Wells lost a treasured member of its community last month, with the sudden passing of well-known resident Malcolm Frost.

Malcolm, or Mal as he was fondly known to those who knew him

well, was a much-loved and widely respected local, died unexpectedly at home on Wednesday November 3.

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is looking forward to its inaugural Two Wells Twinkling event set for December 3, with decorations and lights popping up everywhere.

Keen to help make this an event to remember are members of the Two Wells Twinkling band - Emma Sharpe, Daniel Sherrett, Peter Fechner, Chloe

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Kelly Weir (right) was grateful for her daughter Kaley’s (left) quick action when her husband became unwell last weekend.

ISABELLA CARBONE YOUNG Kaley Weir has been praised by her mum and school staff for her quick thinking when she found her father unresponsive on Sunday, November 21.

The year 1 Mallala Primary School student was at home in Dublin when she found her father unresponsive during a medical episode on the afternoon of Sunday, November 21.

Kaley sprang into action and used information learnt during St Johns SA First Aid Course for students in the first week of this term to help her dad.

The seven-year-old went and notified her mother Kelly on a nearby property, who said Kaley assisted her while on the phone to emergency services.

“She was so calm,” Kelly said. “I was so proud of her [and] the way she responded, I wouldn’t have responded like that at seven.”

Kaley said she then implemented several other things learnt at school such as checking if her dad was sweating and breathing, talking to him, checking responses, and letting the ambulance in and showing them where her dad was.

“He said if she wasn’t there he was really

worried what would have happened, so he’s really proud of her,” Kelly said.

The school’s student wellbeing leader Anne Thomas said she had goosebumps when Kaley told her the story.

“We were saddened to hear that Kaley’s dad was in hospital, but we also were delighted and so proud to hear that Kaley had been able to recall the first aid lessons she had been a part of at school,” Anne said. “It just shows the massive impact these learning experiences have on our children,” Anne said.

Kaley’s dad is now recovering in hospital thanks to Kaley’s quick thinking.

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BEC O’BRIEN NOT even drizzly rain or a pandemic could keep the people of Two Wells from acknowledging Remembrance Day this year.

Umbrellas and waterproof jackets were the order of the day as a small crowd gathered at the Two Wells War Memorial Garden for a brief but moving service officiated by Two Wells RSL secretary John Allen.

Wreaths were placed at the WW1 monument by students from Xavier College and Adelaide Plains Council representative Kay Boon, while the national Australian anthem, Ode of Remembrance and a minute’s silence provided a fitting backdrop.

Travelling from Ingle Farm to stand at their son’s memorial was Jan and Ron Russell. Andrew Russel died in Afghani- Adelaide Plains Council representative stan in 2002.

Kay Boon pays her respect to the fallen.

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Farewell Malcolm

Darryl and Amelia Cowled with their son Austin and Maggie the Australian magpie at their Two Wells home.

BEC O’BRIEN

Please don’t keep her but feel free to give her a pat. Please let her come home to us”. Amelia says the social media page had almost 200 followers in less than a week, and was hopeful it would help Maggie stay safe.

“She is just gorgeous, and I don’t want people feeding her something that’s bad for her, so this is a way to let people know how they can help,” she said.

“Some people take them in thinking they are fledglings and need help, but when they’re first out of the nest they will run around on the ground and the parents still feed them.” lovers and have a menagerie of You can follow Maggie’s birds at their property, including adventures on Facebook by peacocks, galahs, lorikeets and searching Maggie the Two Wells budgies.

Magpie.

A post on Maggie’s page states “Hey everyone, our hand raised Dos and don’ts when magpie has started to venture. feeding Magpies We are in Two Wells on Hayman Some common things people give Road and have been notified magpies can be very bad for them. Bethat our beloved free-range pet low are a couple of ideas as suggested is visiting our neighbourhood. by Ameila and Darryl.

Please share this and let everyone No Thanks - bread, mince know she is very friendly but she Yes Please - mealworms or bugs in does come home to us each night. the garden, chicken hearts

Rescued bird part of new flock

MEET ‘Maggie’ the magpie.

This Australian beauty is a much-loved member of the Cowled family of Two Wells and has quite the following on social media.

The hand-raised bird is not caged and is free to wander at large.

She was rescued as a chick

by Darryl Cowled, a tree lopper by trade, and has quickly found a place playing with Darryl and wife, Amelia’s young son Austin.

“Once she was big enough to start standing and thinking about flying, we realised the nest is made with bale twine (and) some of it had actually knotted around her leg,” Amelia explained about Maggie’s rescue.

“We had to cut her free.

“We were unsettled at first about taking her out of the wild but this made us feel a little better about the situation as she probably wouldn’t have survived being stuck in the nest.”

Maggie has cemented herself in the family’s daily routines,

walking along behind Amelia as she goes about gardening and every day jobs, and playing on the trampoline with toddler Austin.

She even has her own Facebook page.

Along with lots of photos of Maggie’s adventures, the page is a great place for the Cowled family to share their knowledge about how to care for her, having been a part of bird rescue groups for many years.

The family are avid bird

n From page 1 “We would like to express our gratitude for the outpouring of love and condolences we have received after Mal’s sudden passing,” the post stated.

“He lived life to the fullest, right to the end.”

Long-time friend and Two Wells businessman Tony Lange said Malcolm’s unexpected death had rocked his family and the close-knit community.

“Mal leaves a hole in my life that will not ever be filled and the community has lost such a wealth of generational knowledge and a tireless worker,” Tony said.

“Mal’s achievements in life through friends, family and community could never all be listed or abbreviated accurately.

“He was truly a great man; one in a million and we will miss him dearly.”

Tony said he and Malcolm had been actively involved together for more than 25 years in a number of committees and community groups, including the Two Wells Tourism and Trade Association, the Two Wells Strategic Planning Committee and in later years the Two Wells Regional Action Team.

“He was also my right-hand man in many of my business operations, volunteering himself without reservation, and his help and companionship was priceless,” Tony added.

“He was untiring in his community efforts, many of which would not be known by the general public as he was never a man that sought praise or recognition.”

In more recent years, Tony said Malcolm had campaigned tirelessly for coastal improvements for the region and was instrumental in obtaining grants to construct a pontoon at Port Gawler.

“Whilst Mal was a great supporter of the whole of the Adelaide Plains Council Area, he was a strong believer in the fact that our area was the Hundred of Port Gawler and he was passionate about it’s development and preservation, especially our coastline,” he said.

“Mal almost single handedly pushed through the wharf project at Port Gawler, dealing with the bureaucracy and the inevitable holdups and stumbling blocks in achieving the grants, and I truly believe that this wharf should be named after Malcolm Frost.”

Malcolm was a “great bloke”, Tony said, a stalwart of the community and a wealth of knowledge when it came to local history; a man who was always keen for newcomers to the town to step up and be community minded.

Many people were devastated by his sudden passing and social media was flooded with posts expressing condolences and personal connections.

The family celebrated Malcolm’s life with a memorial service at the Two Wells Community Centre on Tuesday November 16.

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Phuong Vo of Virginia with his destroyed Devastated by the hail storm was Elaine eggplant crop Xuan’s tomato property at Buckland Park.

This image was captured by Pick A Local, Counting the cost of hail storm damage at their Angle Vale property is Adelaide Hydro Ruined tomatoes at a glasshouse in Pick SA! on their way to the Adelaide Plains Virginia.

Fresh proprietors Mark and Angelo Russo. region last Thursday.

HAIL STORM DEVASTATION

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OCTOBER’S freak hail storm has caused millions of dollars worth of damage across the state in just a few short hours, with the horticulture industry in the Adelaide Plains region dealt one of the biggest blows.

Vegetable growers in Virginia and surrounding areas are cleaning up and counting the rising costs as crops were wiped out by golf-ball sized hailstones, heavy rain and strong winds on Thursday October 28.

Thousands of glass houses were destroyed in the storm and tonnes of fresh produce destined for markets and shops around the country are now deemed unsaleable.

Adelaide Hydro Fresh has properties in Virginia and Angle vale, around eight acres all up, and was heavily impacted by the storm event.

Mark Russo, 36, who runs the business with his dad Angelo and brother, Paul, said he saw

the weather event rolling in and could only watch as tens of thousands of dollars worth of lettuce was damaged or destroyed.

The hydroponics business uses raised benches off the ground to grow predominantly red and green oak lettuce varieties, with both inside and outside crops.

While the inside crops, covered by industrial plastic, fared reasonably well, the outside produce was not so lucky.

“The greenhouse stuff was ok, there were a few holes in the plastic, but that’s how bad the hail was that it actually put holes in the plastic; it usually bounces straight off,” Mark said.

“At a rough estimate we’ve lost 60 to 70 thousand plants outside.

“It’s flattened some, it’s shredded some, it’s ripped leaves off, and they’re not really sellable now.”

Mark said he felt luckier than some, despite being down 50 per cent of stock for orders, as

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“We’ll be down on supply and productivity but luckily with hydroponics it’s a pretty quick turnaround,” he said.

Elaine Xuan’s family property at Buckland park wasn’t so lucky with all of her glasshouses suffering major damage.

Fellow horticulturalist Phuong Vo of Virginia was dealt a similar fate with his entire eggplant crop wiped out in the space of just 10 minutes.

City of Playford deputy mayor Peter Rentoulis visited Phuong’s farm a few days after the devastating event, saying the destruction was clearly evident.

“Unfortunately, farmers are not insured against these type of natural events,” Mr Rentoulis said.

“That means that they have collectively

lost tens of millions of dollars.

“One of the most challenging issues that Phuong and others like him now face is disposing of the glass that is broken.”

Mr Rentoulis said on top of having to carefully pick the broken glass up from within the houses, growers also needed to find somebody willing to take the glass away and bear the insurmountable costs involved.

In the days following the storm event social media was flooded with images of destruction from across the region.

Many people have voiced their support to local food growers, pledging to buy farm fresh fruit and vegetables wherever possible. ​​“Please support growers by continuing to buy their produce,” Mr Rentoulis said.

“In times of difficulty, it is the community rallying together that helps those in need come through.”

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Producers provided storm relief VIRGINIA and surrounding horticulturalists were left with millions of dollars worth of damage following a freak hailstorm on October 30, with clean up now in full swing.

A $50,000 state government assistance package was announced last month to help farmers with the clean-up process and is hoped to be only the beginning of extensive support for growers in the area.

The immediate assistance provided to AusVeg SA sought to help farmers collect glass and plastic waste from properties and damaged glasshouses, many of which were totally destroyed by the storm event.

Playford councillor Peter Rentoulis and other elected members visited farmers in the district to view the damage firsthand just days after the storm.

Mr Rentoulis said local government was continuing to assist Northern Adelaide Plains farmers by providing staff and resources at the Virginia Horticulture Centre since the devastating hailstorm.

“It is my expectation that the state government, in concert with the federal government, will provide some sort of financial package to farmers shortly,” Mr Rentoulis said.

“This amount is nowhere near what they have lost, but at least it is something.”

In response, Primary Industries Minister David Basham said the government was working with industry to assess the damage and needs of the farmers and the initial assistance would support them to clean up their properties.

The minister, who also visited some of the affected farmers just days after the storm event, said discussions with farmers, AusVeg SA and the Playford City Council over recent weeks had highlighted the importance of collecting and removing glass and waste.

“Veggie growers who have started the clean up need to know the state government is supporting them and working with industry to make the task a bit easier,” the minister said.

“The sooner our growers are able to clean up the damage from the storm, the sooner they will be able to return to production.

“The Adelaide Plains is home to a vibrant horticulture sector comprising large and small operators who are key drivers for our state economy,” he added.

Speaking at a business breakfast on the Adelaide Plains last month, Northern Adelaide Plains Food Cluster

chairman Barrie Lloyd said it had been estimated 4000 tonnes of glass had already been removed from affected properties but the clean-up would take months yet and the financial impact was rising.

“We estimate that the damage is well over $200 million within this region,” he said.

Mr Lloyd said 200 growers had already been in touch regarding assistance, with much of the damage done to traditional glass houses.

“They were categorically, 100 per cent destroyed,” he said.

“Not only have they [horticultural farmers] lost their crops and glasshouses, they’ve lost their income.

“Many of them have lost everything, they have to rebuild, and we’re looking to government for some assistance there.”

Farmers affected by the storm event are encouraged to report damage to their industry association or to the Department of Primary Industries and Regions on 1800 931 314.

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Virginia horticulturalists Tony and Salvatore Sacca (far right) with Playford councillors Misty Norris, David Kerrison and Marilyn Baker.

Half produce wiped in two minutes Salvatore Sacca is a 19-year-old vegetable grower in Virginia.

His one hectare tomato and cucumber property was devastated by the hailstorm on October 30 and he has been working ever since to get production up and running again.

Salvatore estimates 53 per cent of his turnover was wiped out in the space of a few minutes.

Growing premium hydroponic cherry truss tomatoes and snacking mini

cucumbers, as well as zucchini, larger tomatoes and capsicums, Salvatore has welcomed the government’s initial assistance package but says it is nowhere near enough.

“This was definitely insufficient,” he said.

“When you look at the damage that was caused to infrastructure as well as the loss of the crops, it’s millions of dollars and $50,000 is a drop in the ocean.”

Salvatore said the mood amongst growers was de-

pressing when faced with the clean up but he was positive the industry would bounce back.

“I’m trying to get the repairs to my glasshouses done, and be up and running again, within six months.”

Salvatore said he would welcome any government assistance and was willing to work hard to recoup his losses. “We don’t want a hand out,” he said. “It’s really just the support; us growers are willing to work to fix our properties.”

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November Update With 2021 coming to an end, many are beginning to celebrate the end of year festivities. On the evening of 5 November, I greatly enjoyed the Adelaide Plains Male Voice Choir end-of-year dinner in Two Wells.

Many attended which made for great company and conversation between choir members and supporters. We are all looking forward to the resumption of normal rehearsals and performances in the coming year. The conclusion of the evening was a relatively impromptu, yet amazing, performance of ‘How Great Thou Art’.

Two Wells Scout Group leaders Stephen and Maxine Cummins with cubs (back) Tyrell, Dean Palu, (front) Mikayla Mockett and Zoe Hoffmann.

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10 November marked the official opening of the new Freedom Park in the Liberty Estate at Two Wells.

The park had been developed by the Hickinbotham Group, who are one of the largest building companies in South Australia. I would like to thank Michael Hickinbotham and Ruth Vagnarelli for the kind invitation. It was a great opportunity to catch up with many people from across the Adelaide Plains and beyond. Furthermore, this space is a great addition for the community within and around this rapidly growing region.

MAXINE and Stephen Cummins are synonymous with the Two Wells Scout Group.

The pair have been a familiar face at most scouting events, excursions and fundraising activities for the past two decades and have sadly made the decision to hang up their toggles.

Stephen or “Akela” as he is known by his Cub charges, joined Scouts in early 1996 as a parent helper.

He enjoys teaching kids new skills and says scouts are a great way for them to learn about the environment and enjoy outdoor activities and camps.

Maxine, or “Bagheera” as she is known, joined in 2003 as a way to do something new.

“The things I love about scouting are the friendships I have made and the opportunities I have had that I probably would not have had,” Maxine said.

“Also, the challenges and opportunities I have had to grow as a leader and to be an influence in young people’s lives.”

Maxine took up the role of leader in 2004 and, along with Stephen, has been instrumen-

Akela and Bagheera leave Scouts’ jungle tal in planning programs for the term and running camps and excursions for the Cubs.

“A highlight has been being a leader at the 2004 Jamboree where we had 11,000 scouts go through our activities,” she said.

“Also receiving the meritorious service award and medallion in 2017.

“My hopes for the scout group is to move into their new hall in 2022 and for the membership to grow to what it used to be.”

Both Stephen and Maxine believe young people should get involved in Scouts because it is a great place for them to form relationships and friendships that will last a lifetime.

“They will also learn many life skills and have amazing experiences and adventures,” Maxine added.

Two Wells Scout Group treasurer Robyn

Ford said the pair had given far more than their “two hours” a week for a very long time.

“The Two Wells Scout Group is well and truly indebted to them for all of their time that has been dedicated to helping Scouts over the years,” Robyn said.

“Whether it be running the Cubs section on a Tuesday night, helping at fundraising BBQ’s and walking in the street parade, to behind the scenes helping with the collection and cashing in cans and bottles, to sorting the Echo’s to be delivered by the Scouts families, the list goes on and on….

“They will always be welcome to pop into the hall at any time.”

The pair will still remain involved with fundraising activities for the Two Wells Scout Group.

Museum tributes Margaret’s endeavours John pictured with Ruth Vagnarelli

This Remembrance Day, 11 November, I was humbled to attend and lay a wreath at the Gawler RSL Sub-branch Memorial Service at Pioneer Park, paying tribute to Australia’s fallen soldiers. This is my last such ceremony as a Member of the Legislative Council and the last for Paul Robert Little in his term as Sub-branch President. Lest We Forget.

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Don Tiller and his children Neil, Annette and Brian.

MALLALA Museum’s upstairs space was officially named the Margaret Tiller Gallery in October to pay homage to the late committee member and long-serving councillor.

Margaret, who passed away earlier this year, was honoured for her hard work and dedication to preserving history for generations to come and for service to the Adelaide Plains Council.

She was instrumental in having accreditation approved for the museum which now enables the committee to apply for grants.

Furthermore, Margaret set up the museum’s wiki website, cataloguing system, motivated other volunteers and did endless hours of research.

On Sunday, October 24, a small gathering joined to honour Margaret’s efforts.

They joined in the gallery which was recently refurbished, with committee members agreeing it was fitting the space now has a new name.

Adelaide Plains Council deputy mayor Marcus Strudwicke provided an overview of some of the ways Margaret contributed to the museum as well as the wider Mallala community over many years.

The mayor described her local knowledge as second to none and any enquiries were considered a welcomed challenge to Margaret who endeavoured to find out as much detail to add to the museum’s impressive collection of works.

Guests included mayor Mark Wasley, Margaret’s family and friends and past and present museum committee members, with all provided afternoon tea in the school room.

Mallala Museum is located at Railway Avenue.

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50 years of family, food, faith

Unwind and shop at Virginia’s monthly market

BEC O’BRIEN REPORTS HALF a century, five decades, 50 years. No matter how you quantify it Rocco and Rosa Settimio of Two Wells have spent a lifetime together.

Rocco and Rosa at home in Two Wells.

The long-term local residents acknowledged their 50th wedding anniversary in October and celebrated with a family dinner at a restaurant on Port Road, Allenby Gardens, 50 years to the day.

The well-known couple say marriage isn’t always easy but their faith has guided them throughout the trials and tribulations of their years together.

“You give and take,” Rosa said.

Married in the Mater Dei Church at Woodville Park on October 16, 1971 the couple were just 20 and 23 years old when they became Mr and Mrs Settimio.

Both born in Italy, Rosa immigrated to Australia as a four-year-old in 1955, while Rocco was almost 13 before he travelled to ‘the land down under’.

The pair met through Rocco’s friends who were friends with Rosa’s parents.

At the time Rocco was playing in a local band with his mates.

“I was involved in music, playing the drums and knocking around with a band in 1969,” he said.

“My friend said, ‘there’s a nice girl at Two Wells’; I had a car, so we went to see this nice girl.”

Rosa worked in a deli, best known for its tasty pies and pasties, on the main street of the town.

“He used to dress very well, like you would not believe,” Rosa laughed.

“And he had to ask mum and dad to court me; that was the done thing at the time.”

After their nuptials Rosa and Rocco celebrated their marriage with a reception for 200 people at the Macedonian Hall in Findon, where their sponge wedding cake bucked the popular fruit cake trend of the time.

They initially made their home in Woodville Park for a few years before moving back to Two Wells in 1976.

Their first child Tom was born in 1973 followed two years later by daughter Daniella.

Rocco, a boilermaker-welder by trade, and Rosa, who has always been involved in retail, started a snack bar in Two Wells in 1988 (where the Vietnamese restaurant is currently situated).

This led them to take a leap of faith a few years later and open a grocery store.

“In 1992 we saw there was an opportunity to open a small shop, there was such a need for something like this,” Rocco said.

Together they managed and ran “this shop” with daughter Daniella and staff for almost 30 years, where subsequent name changes from Serve Well to Welcome Mart to IGA Friendly to IGA, were always backed by their same level of commitment to service and community.

Every jab brings While the couple have since retired from us closer to the the grocery industry, they won’t be hitting the things we love. road, caravan in tow, like many people do at this stage of life, anytime soon.

Tom and his wife Michelle have three Book your children Zane, Siena and Luca, while Daniella and her husband Brenton have a son, Trent.

The pair love spending time with their grandchildren, listening to music or relaxing in their garden, and Rocco has a few words of wisdom for all those couples out there.

Visit “Marriage is a very amazing partnership,” Australia.gov.au or he said. call 1800 020 080 “The family is important, we love spending time with our extended family but whatever you do, you have to be passionate about it, Authorised by the Australian Government, Canberra. and that includes marriage.”

SMALL, local businesses within Virginia and surrounds will showcase their homemade wares at a community event this month.

The second Virginia Market will be held on the town oval at the Virginia Sporting Complex on Sunday, December 5 from 9am until 2pm.

A range of goods will be on offer including candles, jewellery, plants, woodwork, and much more.

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Mushrooming business success BEC O’BRIEN THE Adelaide Plains Business Advisory Group held its sixth business breakfast at SA Mushrooms’s Lower Light site on Friday, November 19.

SA Mushrooms has grown to become the largest privately-owned mushroom farm in South Australia.

From small beginnings as a family-run farm, the business is today a primary supplier of mushrooms to major supermarkets, independent greengrocers and produce markets in South Australia, and has been owned by the Femia family since 1988.

“Horticulture is in my blood,” SA Mushrooms director Nick Femia told the gathering.

Over the years the farm has expanded to incorporate three sites, with 50 growing rooms, and production reaching 60 tonnes per week.

In 2014 the company established its own mushroom compost facility at Lower Light, where invited guests and local business operators were treated to a tour of the state-of-the-art multi-million dollar facility by members of the Femia family and their employees.

“Everything we do is precise, there’s not a lot of guesswork in what we do here,” Mr Femia explained.

Speaking at the breakfast, Adelaide Plains Business Advisory Group chairman Ian O’Loan said events such as these were important to help build networks and connections between businesses within the region.

“Here you’ll see firsthand the economic community benefits when agriculture blends with horticulture,” he said.

“People within the business area can meet each other and interchange their stories.”

Mr O’Loan said business and investment in the district was growing and it was important to provide opportunities to access support and build connections wherever possible.

“The businesses that are coming up, such as this, are really underpinning what is required,” he said.

Northern Adelaide Plains Food Cluster chairman Barrie Lloyd also spoke at the breakfast outlining the focus of the cluster was “a group for the growers, by the growers”.

“As a group we’re all working to make a difference in the wider region,” Mr Lloyd stated.

SA Mushrooms directors Nick, Sam and Nat Femia.

Ian Lewis and Barrie Lloyd.

SA Mushrooms employees Ter Lepcha, Jayvee Alovera, Marc APC councillor Kay Boon (left) caught up with Jack and Roxane Schirripa, Durga Chapagai and Jake Sawley.

Siciliano at the breakfast.

Robbie Femia, Domenic Agostino, Sam Femia Jr and Patrick Dermot Cussen from Regional Skills Training, SA Water’s Bengy Femia.

Paolo and John Pargeter.

New digs for dogs BEC O’BRIEN ADELAIDE Plains Kennel and Obedience Club has officially moved into its new premises in Lewiston.

Despite the club’s building still needing to be internally fitted out and a lack of lighting or suitable grassed area, the club was keen to complete the relocation process, and marked the occasion with an early Christmas celebration held over two nights last month.

Club president Deb Heinze said membership had increased exponentially over the past few months and the introduction of puppy socialisation classes in particular had been very successful.

“Both of these [Christmas celebration] evenings were delightfully successful and certainly provided one and all the opportunity to ‘see what’s been happening’ at the Lewiston site,” Deb said.

Club stalwart and life member Dennis Biney was given a special farewell after more than 20 years of involvement with the club at the celebration.

“Dennis has been a regular feature almost every week,” Deb said.

“He’s been taking the advanced grade in obedience since before I was here and shall be missed.

“We’re on the hunt for someone to fill these shoes now.”

The club is now focussed on working toward

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Chris and Samantha.

Kelly and her dog Turbo.

Mario, Rocky and Nick.

Robyn Mineff, Julie Lyon, Carol Pink, Dave Terri enjoys the “toy pool” with Max and Dennis, Bilney and Deb Heinze.

Harrop, Dennis Bilney and Deb Heinze.

Marley. completing its clubroom internal fit-out and improving its outdoor facilities as well as securing an independent water source.

“The need for green on the ground is critical to retain weekly activities for members and this is where our direction is required,” Deb stated.

“But we’re looking at watering a hectare of open

space and that’s likely to be upwards of $20,000 per year on water, and our club just can’t sustain that.

“However, in the grand scheme of things, we are now that step closer to working with something fantastic.”

Deb said the club was committed to providing a community space that offered a range of dog-based

activities, not just obedience training.

The club will be operating on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings at Lewiston until December 15 before taking a break over the Christmas and New Year period. Classes will return Tuesday, January 12.

For more information contact Deb Heinze on 0457 220 018.

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Strudwicke continues as deputy mayor

IN a unanimous vote achieved during the Adelaide Plains Council ordinary meeting last month, councillor Marcus Strudwicke was reappointed as deputy mayor.

Mr Strudwicke’s term with the council was due to end in November and has served in the role since November 2018, with his appointment unopposed from 2019.

In response to his re-appointment, he acknowledged the elected members’votes.

“I appreciate the unanimous support of my fellow elected members in allowing me to continue as deputy mayor for the remainder of the council term,” Mr Strudwicke said.

“The co-operation and goodwill in the council chamber decision making is reflected in the positive outcomes in infrastructure and services we are seeing around the region.”

Mayor Mark Wasley also praised the councillor on his continued service.

“It is an exciting time of growth for our council,” the mayor Wasley said.

“The manner in which councillor Strudwicke was once again appointed to the office of deputy mayor, unopposed and unanimously, signifies solidarity amongst members and absolute confidence in Marcus’ leadership.”

Artist sketch of Virginia’s million-dollar main street revamp which has come to a standstill.

Change halts street revamp BEC O’BRIEN

THE first stage of Virginia’s $8.8 million main street upgrade was completed in November 2020 with the undergrounding of power lines, yet no noticeable onsite work has begun since.

City of Playford has been in negotiations with SA Water regarding the feasibility of mains sewer connections being installed before further work is undertaken.

Playford Mayor Glenn Docherty said the sewer works were not part of the original scope of the main street upgrade but it was hoped the two bodies could work together to minimise interruptions for residents and traffic through the town centre.

“The aim is to undertake the mains sewer

installation at the same time as the upgrade in order to minimise disruption and avoid rework to the newly created streetscape,” Mayor Docherty stated.

“As the community has identified mains sewer as something they’d like to see within the township, council has taken steps in order to facilitate this which has resulted in the rescheduling of the project commencement date.

“We know the community is keen to see things progress and we are committed to delivering this upgrade for our community.”

Mr Docherty said council was still working towards an agreement on the sewer works and were continuing with other elements of the project.

“A final design review is currently being undertaken, before tendering for construction,”

he said.

“On site work is planned to start in early 2022.

“Discussions are continuing about the inclusion of sewer in the project and both council and SA Water are making every effort to have it included.”

The Virginia Main Street Upgrade seeks to improve the town’s main street to create a welcoming space for locals, businesses and visitors, Mr Docherty said.

The project hopes to address issues raised by the community including fixing footpaths and reducing pooling of water during rain events.

Further information on the project can be found by visiting the City of Playford’s Engagement Hub at www.playford.engagementhub.com.au.

FIRE, FIRE, GO AWAY. COME AGAIN NO OTHER DAY.

Do your 5 minute bushfire plan today.

Marie Tapscott and Di Meaney are looking forward to the second Twilight Christmas Market in Two Wells.

Two Wells twilight market BEC O’BRIEN

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BIGGER and better is what organisers for this year’s Two Wells Community Garden Twilight Market hope for.

Mark Friday, December 10 in your diaries if you are keen to support local businesses or just want to grab a Christmas bargain or two.

After the inaugural success of the market last year, this year’s event will see about 30 stalls dotted around the grounds of the Two Wells Community Garden, before spilling out the back gate and using land at the rear of the

property.

“We will be able to have people filter in one side of the garden and then filter through the other side, or wander through to the village green,” market coordinator Di Meaney said.

“We’ve got a bit of everything; clothing, plants, cakes, handmade candles, soaps, earrings, bric-a-brac, old tools and much more.

“And Father Christmas will be in the jail cell for the children to say hi.”

Food businesses along the main street will be open throughout the duration of the market and a sausage

sizzle will also be offered.

“We were overwhelmed with the support from the community last year,” fellow coordinator Marie Tapscott said.

“We’ve tried to focus on local, handmade goods.

“That’s our goal with this market, to promote local businesses and for everyone to have a great night and bring the community together.”

The Two Wells Community Garden Twilight Market will be held on Friday December 10 from 5pm until 9pm.

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echo 11 RIGHT: Helping celebrate the official opening of Freedom Park were Xavier College primary school leaders Sommer, Lily , Alissa and Ashlyn (front).

Have a say on tourism strategy BEC O’BRIEN

Planting a tree to mark the official opening of Freedom Park was, from left, South Australian Catholic Commission of Catholic Schools chairperson, Denis Ralph, Hickinbotham Group managing director Michael Hickinbotham, Adelaide Plains Council mayor Mark Wasley, and Vickie Chapman MP.

Residents delight in new play space BEC O’BRIEN TWO Wells’newest adventure playground was officially opened last month.

Freedom Park, in the town’s new Liberty Estate, is being billed as a “best practice” playground in nature and sensory play which encourages creative play, offers moderated risk-taking opportunities and explores sensory stimulation throughout.

The rurally themed 10,000 square metre park includes a leading-edge nature-based playground construction incorporating a giant treehouse, windmill, climbing frames, sandpit, water play area, life sized chess board, table tennis table, shelters, barbeques, walking trails, toilets and open spaces for a range of activities.

Speaking at the opening was Hickinbotham Group managing director Michael Hickinbotham, who attended the event with his young daughter, Eliza, who he said had helped contribute to the park’s design.

“We have been pleased to deliver this major residential precinct at Two Wells which

has fast become a thriving neighbourhood,” he said.

“As well as providing a great place for families to live, we want to provide a great place for families to play.

“We want Liberty Freedom Park to be a destination for families and community gatherings that can be enjoyed for generations to come.”

Mr Hickinbotham said the playground’s design was based on leading-edge concepts which encouraged kids to take risks.

“Kids need to learn to take intelligent and measured risks and this is a wonderful place to start,” he said.

“A lot of play spaces, they wrap kids in cotton wool.

“It’s not helpful to kids, it’s an impediment to their learning.

“When kids say, ‘let’s go to the playground’, I want to hear them say ‘let’s go on an adventure.”

South Australian Planning Minister Vickie Chapman was given the official opening duties, with all associated dignitaries, as well

as students from the nearby Xavier College, contributing to a time capsule that was buried onsite, to be opened in 25 years.

“It is one thing to build a house, it is another to create a community,” Minister Chapman said.

“I look at something like that [playground] and see major risk.

“But for someone who grew up in the country, providing an opportunity for children to take a risk within a safe environment is part of their childhood.”

Liberty estate is being built on land formerly owned by the Sharpe family of Two Wells, with many family members in attendance at the playground’s official opening.

Bronwyn Sharpe said the use of part of the land for children’s play and development was “just wonderful”.

“I’m so pleased there’s somewhere for the children to go, it’s lovely,” she said.

“It’s an adventure playground; it’s not just one of those plastic things, and it’s testing all senses. I feel it’s a safe area for the children to explore.”

Adelaide Plains Council is seeking public consultation on its new Tourism and Economic Development Strategy, with the draft document endorsed at its ordinary meeting on Monday November 22.

According to a report presented to the chamber by development and community manager Darren Starr, the intent of the strategy is to provide council with strategies to develop and sustain a thriving tourism economy as well as identify tourism and market investment initiatives for future exploration and development.

The strategy also hopes to provide direction on how to increase visitor numbers and spending, while encouraging tourists passing through to stay for several days as part of their travelling journey.

Key themes in the draft document revolve around Adelaide Plains coastal experiences, town centres and main street improvements, food and primary industries, business support and growth, and marketing and branding.

Supporting themes address population, infrastructure and employment.

Speaking to the motion to go out to public consultation with the draft strategy was Councillor John Lush.

“I’m quite pleased with the way it’s come out,” he said.

“There are a lot of challenges in there for us and I think it’s a good document for us to build from.”

Public consultation on the draft Tourism and Economic Development Strategy will begin in early December.

Visit www.apc.sa.gov.au for more information.

Community set to enjoy upgrades and events BEC O’BRIEN

Successful projects outlined are: annual amateur performances at the Two Wells District Tennis Club which is watched by a total of Inc. - $8,901 Two Wells Regional Action Team centre over 1,000 patrons each year. Recently NEW oval lights, improved club The TWDTC has installed new cluInc $3955 the TWCC purchased round tables and room access, outdoor furniture and Two Wells Twinkling - This project their grant application sought funds to brooms and they now wish to install Christmas festivities are just some of the community-driven projects that will come to fruition following the fifth round of funding from the Two Wells Community Fund announced last month.

The fund is a joint initiative of Adelaide Plains Council and land developers Hickinbotham, which aims to support community infrastructure, recreation and other community facilities and services located within the Two Wells township.

A total of $40,584 in funding was allocated to six applications outlining a variety of community projects as part of the fund’s fifth round.

All grants are subject to necessary approvals and consents and other nominated funding sources being obtained by the grant recipients; APC library services manager Anne Sawtell stated in a report submitted to council at its ordinary meeting on Monday, November 22.

More info: www.apc.sa.gov.au.

aims to have as many businesses and houses located on the Old Port Wakefield Road lit up with Christmas decorations and displays. Both the 2020 and 2021 Two Wells Street Parades were cancelled due to COVID-19. In the past, these family orientated events attracted thousands of people and generated a lot of interest, particularly with youngsters, in the lead up to the festive season. On December 3, 2021 an artificial pre-lit Christmas tree will be launched in the Village Green, which will undoubtedly attract the attention of passers-by.

Two Wells Community Centre $2878 Two Wells Community Centre was built, and is owned and managed, by the community since 1985. This facility is used as a ‘hall for hire’ for both private and community functions, as well as fundraising events. The Two Wells Melodrama Group hold their

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compliant access ramp/decking and toilet facilities which can be used by all members of the community, including those living with a disability.

Membership of the club is growing and the committee is focused on providing Two Wells Regional Action Team compliant access to its facility. The club is driven to ensure its clubrooms are - $5300 In the previous round, the Two Wells ‘user friendly’ for all.

Regional Action Team was awarded Two Wells Football & Netball funds to build/erect a shelter at the Sporting Club Inc. - $15,000 Two Wells Historic Reserve. With this TWFNSC are looking to replace the application they wish to purchase outdoor furniture, i.e. tables and seats to oval lights at the Two Wells Oval. This be placed in the reserve. This initiative project will be staged to enable the should encourage locals and tourists club to continue to fundraise sufficient money to undertake the upgrade. Stage alike to stay and enjoy the reserve.

1 will replace the lighting on the eastern Two Wells Craft Shop - $4,550 side of the oval. This will entail removal The volunteers at the Two Wells Craft of all current lights and poles, digging Shop will establish a garden path from a trench from the clubroom to the the village green to the back gate of eastern side and laying new cables, inthe Community Garden providing an stalling two new poles with LUX globes. alternative walkway for both locals and The club is planning this mammoth project in realistic staggered stages. tourists to enjoy and explore. purchase suitably shaped tablecloths.

Additionally, the stage’s curtains are over 25 years old and the funding application also requested financial assistance to purchase new curtains.

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Days of December

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December 1 is World AIDS Day. It raises awareness across the world and in the community about the issues surrounding HIV and AIDS and is typically supported by the wearing of a red ribbon.

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Days of May

December 3 is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities.

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You’vean allunheard of disability it before.derstanding You’ve probably seen theissues memes andonmobilise theold. circulating facebook.support It neverfor gets rights and well-being Star Warsdignity, fans relish the play on wordsof and EMAIL: news@twowellsecho.com.au persons with disabilities. look forward to the annual date with gusto, maybe even more so with so many of us in 5 year, is International ISO. So, December on May 4 this may the force/ fourth beVolunteer with you. Day observed for celebrating the efforts and work andBird volunteer May 9ofis volunteers World Migratory Day, espeorganisations acrosswhich the globe. cially significant in our region is home to the International Bird Sanctuary.

This day December 10 is Human Rights WITH her husband, James’ 30th birthday in April, aims to reinforce education and awarenessDay, a day to acknowledge hulocal Two Wells pharmacist, Kate Dimasi, had to get raising about the need to protect migratory man rights and the freedom of creative when planning celebrations amidst strict RIGHT: James and Kate birds and their habitats, at all different levels, COVID-19 social gathering restrictions. allofindividuals in all parts the world.globally. This date Dimasi celebrating James’ Both Kate and James have large families and is also the start of the eight-day including them in the celebrations was important. celebration 30th birthday in isolation May Jewish 10 is Mother’s Day,ofa Hanukkah. day to show So instead of the planned Amalfi coast-themed Often called the Festival of Lights, appreciation for mothers or mother figures, recently, with a very creative dinner with friends and family Kate (pictured right the holiday is celebrated with which include stepmothers, relatives, guardprogressive rotating dinner. with the birthday boy), organised a progressive lighting of theand menorah, ians (eg.the foster mothers), close trafamily Long Plains farm on Saturday OctoSanta is a bit busy on Christmas Day, rotating dinner, where only the pair of them moved. friends. ditional foods, games and gifts. ber 30.

The nuptials were held against but will be coming out to see everyStrict time schedules and social distancing Flowers, chocolates, are popular December 18and is cards International measures were adhered to as thethe pair enjoyed of golden wheat fields one on the afternoon of December backdrop gifts to symbolise one’s love and appreciation Migrants Day, which aims to entree, mains, and dessert atonfour different Two drinks, Wellians Joanne Lockwood a picture-perfect day, followed by 18. Final times, and a route map, with the carnation being particularly symbolic familyEngelhardt residences. (pictured a reception at the Long recognise the efforts, contriand Jason Plains hall; all Wells will be announced on the brigade’s BELOW: Two resident, of Mother’s Day. For each course the couple arrived with balloons butions andofrights ofmake migrants So pick up a bunch flowers, a sweet above by Karyn Kent), were married where Carissa grew up.

The couple’s Facebook page closer to the day so Ken Williams on his 94th and cake, which meant four times the cake cutting, worldwide.

Speaking of Christmas, Two card, or take mum out for a nice meal. after 10four years together on Saturday, two children Billie, 3, and Sonny, keep an eye out. times the happy birthday song being sung and birthday, outside his home Wells Uniting Church are gearing December 24 is Christmas Eve. Octoberfour 16.times The intimate the cheersceremony being given. 1, made a gorgeous flower girl and the International Day of Famithe sign his greatup for a range of inclusive activities May 15 Theis anticipation of Christmas is was held at Sounds the stunning Seppeltsfield pageboy throughoutwith the ceremony, like a great way to celebrate considering lies. This often day was proclaimed by the United cause for celebration.

Last over the next few weeks.

Advent grandchildren created for him. the circumstances.

Happy birthday winery with the groom arriving in a James. with Carissa and Michael (pictured Nations in 1993 and an opportunity minute giftsprovides are wrapped.

Dishes bible study will be green impala. The couple’sWISHES two chil-FORtop BIRTHDAY JENright by ‘K Photography by to promote awareness of issues are prepared for the bigrelating day. A to Tw o We l l s held each Monday dren Locklan and Connor Engelhardt Karina’) forgoing the traditional families and increase knowledge of the social, Speaking of birthdays, a big happy birthday stubby of beer is left for Santa, at 7.30pm while economic and demographic processes affectwere a special partlocal of the honeymoon to Lewiston and wedding Two Wells Blue Light Discoin favour of buying a lass Taryn Soand carrots for his reindeer. Early the Advent ‘Cafe ing families around the world. In Australia we volunteer, Jennifer Nichol, who celebrated hertrailer 75th the whole family can chacki (pictured party, with Locklan reading a Dr camper evening midnight masses recognise Nationaland Families Week at a time to right) reached Church’ will open birthday Seuss poem as last partmonth. of the nuptials. enjoy. They have made their home in are held. coincide with the United Nations International While COVID-19 restrictions meant social gatha birthday mileon Sunday mornAfterwards a reception was held at Two Wells, where Michael’s parents, Day of Families.

Hundreds of thousands were out, Jen acknowledged the milestone It is also the day Father Christmas, of ings from 9.30am the Vineerings Inn, Nuriootpa where guests Sharon andtoMichael Abdilla, also stone in October, people around Australia participate in hunquietly at home with husband Don, the pair happy Saint Nicholas or Santa Claus officially befor people to grab enjoyedspend a live time bandand andkeep dancing (now reside.garden.

Carissa’s parents are Janine dreds of takes community level National Families busy in their gorgeous off on his journey delivering a coffee and cake Week events it’s allowedHappy again).

The couple birthday Jennifer.were and Ashley (Butch) Daniel of Long coming an adult! giftsannually. around the world.

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lucky to escape toGIVING CairnsAtoTOOT honeyPlains. Congratulations Carissa and FOR KEN moon for a few beautiful days.

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While isolation has all but put a stop to social is the daughter of Ron Lockwood gatherings, celebrations andofthe like, one Two Semaphore Jason istothe WellsPark, familywhile still managed commemorate the son of Garry and Sally Engelhardt Ken Williams 94th birthday of great-grandfather last month. of Salisbury North. Congratulations again the volunteers at the great-grandchildren (nice one Once Hunt crew), Joanne andKen’s Jason. created a massive sign urging driversTwo to give a tootCFS as brigade have been in Wells they passed Ken’s house on Rowe Crescent. contact with Santa and his elves, and A post on social media saw many positive offered them a ride in the brigade’s comments, with the family saying Ken (pictured firetruck.

With the cancellation of right, outside his home) loved the show of birthday Carissa Daniel of of Long thethroughout Two Wells Christmas Parade support and lots tootsPlains were heard marriedthe herday. long time Two Wells the brigade hopes to spread some Happy birthday Ken.parents’ Christmas cheer to the community. beau Michael Abdilla at her

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Taryn was away at Normanville on her netball end of season trip for her big day but was happy to celebrate her 18th birthday with teammates and friends. Great memories to take into adulthood.

Happy birthday Taryn.

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Let’s chat about … Christmas

Let’s chat about…isolation

Let’s Chat about Christmas and all flavoured red and white candy canes, pull to bed.

I know as a kid I never gave it a second that it entails. out the class photo and ensure no classThe next day is filled with tradition, thought, but fun and good memories do It starts with a list in January, and the mate is left behind in the laborious ritual. love, and the creeping disappointment take some organisational effort to make been interesting. Secret Santas Eye spyare something onatyour camera Cakes, brownies, cookies, slices, cupromance of So theisolation idea of has being organised distributed school. that the Maccas cycle is run. moving past again until them possible.

I must confess, I’ve been roll, challenge my favourite Nightly news, no new cases, stay The cakes, biscuits, you namethe it. sleeping over the next 12 months, ready forquite De- partialSome forgetful kidsaccepted, will leave their gift another 12 months. food, the presents, to it. no explanation, favourite vigilant!

Second wave?

Surprisingly onethe savoury option, cember 25. buying albums to the last minute, or quite pos-photo This is my Christmas cycle Bec. arrangements, the the venue, plates and sure forgotten, how the world by forget……only of being a mum, please post this on I loveIsitthis thethat calmitbefore storm, the ol’ zucchini slice, was a hit, so much The list Not is soon and will thefaresibly remembering after for all is and the all that it orcutlery. time thisthere column to print but at have yourbeen wall.gifted a carefully chosen can be. are we in the eye? so we made next thingthe you know aregoes Christmas they Who’s going ittoagain. bring what? present it seems that New Zealand and Read this book, watchclassmate. this documen- How about Secondyou? wave, second wave, second It allSecond timeform round noteven a hit decorations adorning shopping malls in novelty item from a thoughtful takes some ofthough planning, tary, do this online well-being wave. so muchis(the certainly that’s October. the unassuming state of South AustraliaTeachers deserve winecourse - juston food for Are you organised from year to year, or if planning notkids your thing learnt and you’d got it right. and meditation.

Plant those herbs, why‘just yougo follow recipe!!).

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Technology sucks.

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the big day in December **sigh**.

Like Santa I need a list, and I need to check it more than twice.

Practicing practicing flips on This year I’veand created a gift ideas listthe on mytrampoline. phone where every family member is Fitness sessions through Zoom. named and the gift I hope to buy for each Quoits, Monkey cards and person is typed next to Tree, their name. hopscotch.

Very organised I know, but that’s not horses. even Riding the best part.Brushing horses. Cleaning horse gear. Picking uptick horse I have included a little boxpoo. so I can Trailaccomplished rides. feel I’ve something when Motorbikes. said gift is purchased and I get to check Swimming it off my list!! (don’t look at me, my kids don’t feel the cold apparently).

My kids have a great life with lots of Television. Soooooo much television. experiences, fun Movies. and outings; theyNews. don’t Netflix. Disney.

Cartoons. want Reading for much. books, lots and lots of books.

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Members sure about shorebirds ANNA WOODS

Volunteer firefighter Anthony Moyel.

Volunteers Jamie Lithgow and Chantel Harris ready to douse flames.

Two Wells CFS lieutenant Nigel Zilys.

Surrounded by smoke was Blake Harris, Nigel Zilys and Anthony Moyel.

Brigade prepares for fire danger season BEC O’BRIEN TWO Wells CFS brigade has a dire warning to property owners this bushfire season: Don’t be complacent.

These images show volunteers in action during a controlled burn within the Two Wells township last month; the last before fire restrictions took place on November 15.

Despite the controlled conditions there was a lot of smoke, heat and flames; something Two Wells CFS brigade captain Adam Harris said no-one wanted to be confronted with, especially during a hot summer.

The controlled burn was an opportunity for CFS volunteers

to practice a variety of skills in a controlled environment before the busy firefighting season ramps up.

“They get to learn about fire behaviour and how it travels,” Adam said.

“It’s also a chance to practice establishing a back burn to stop a fire and it’s different because you have live fire, it makes it more real for everyone involved.

“It puts it all into perspective; their theory and practical training by joining the dots between the two.”

According to Adam, a wetter than normal spring season has seen exponential growth of weeds and plants on properties and verges around the district, and volunteers

have already been called to a number of grass fires in the area.

“At the moment there is a hell of a lot of fuel load on blocks throughout Lewiston,” he said.

“The two-acre blocks need to be well-maintained, fires can get away from people very quickly.”

A recent fire on Germantown Road was thought to have been sparked by a tractor and slasher.

A grass fire rapidly took hold and spread to two neighbouring properties, who fortunately had prepared their blocks for the upcoming fire danger season.

“It was lucky we got to it when we did and that the neighbouring properties had recently mowed their blocks,” Adam said.

“It’s good that people are trying to clean up but they still have to be careful.

“It was lucky that all the neighbours had kept their grass really low.”

Even when clearing land by mowing Adam said it was important to always be prepared with an available water supply and tools like rakes and shovels on hand.

During the fire danger season these items must be present whenever people are mowing or using power tools, he added.

For more CFS information or advice on how to prepare properties to minimise bushfire risk visit www.cfs.sa.gov.au.

FRIENDS of Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary (FAIBS) is in the throes of putting together its New Year bird viewing program and would like to invite interested community members to come along and get to know more about the amazing array of birds found along Gulf St Vincent shores.

FAIBS ‘Sure about Shorebirds’ program will be conducted at the northern end of Thompson Beach on the mornings of January 22, February 5 and March 5.

Scopes will be available for close up viewing of both resident and migratory birds.

Experienced volunteers will guide participants in scope use and bird identification, with each session progressively building up knowledge of the needs, habits and fascinating capacities of these shorebirds.

Towards March the migratory birds will be readying themselves for their annual seasonal return flight to the northern hemisphere tundra areas to breed.

Key preparatory features will be their busy feeding, weight gain and changing colours as breeding plumage spreads through their feathers.

On February 19, a shorebird viewing session will also be conducted on the St Kilda foreshore near the community hall.

Again, anyone interested in joining in will be most welcome.

Further details of these events will be progressively posted on the Friends of Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary (FAIBS) Facebook page, while queries can be emailed to faibssa@gmail.com People wishing to attend any of the three FAIBS ‘Sure about Shorebirds’ events will need to register on Eventbrite as numbers are limited.

As 2021 draws to a close, FAIBS would like to thank all those who have volunteered with them in the sanctuary this year. Volunteers are the lifeblood of FAIBS and have contributed many hours of their time to habitat improvement, shorebird monitoring and birding ID and education.

Two Wells CFS News EMMA WOODROOFE NOVEMBER 15 saw the official start of the fire danger season for the Mid North.

While most of November has been wet and cool, it is not a chance to be complacent.

The brigade attended a few small grass fires in November that were the result of burn offs that got out of control. Fortunately there was minimal damage, but a reminder that unexpected changes to the conditions (particularly wind) can have a big impact.

Before the start of fire season we also attended a structure fire, that on arrival turned out to be a small grass fire.

If you find yourself needing to call ‘000’ we encourage you to gather as much information as you safely can.

An accurate location and clear description of the

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incident helps us to deploy the right types of resources as early as possible.

A structure fire will see us respond with different types of trucks and wearing heavier protective clothing, than an incident described as a grass or bush fire.

Now that we are in fire danger season there are a number of activities that are restricted.

You cannot burn off, or burn piles of garden waste without a permit from the council.

You can continue to use your gas or electric BBQ’s, but Weber kettles (or similar) must be clear of flammable vegetation to a distance of four metres.

Solid fuel BBQ’s cannot be used on a day declared to be a total fire ban.

Likewise, to use a chainsaw, mower or slasher you must have a four metre clearance, as well as access to water and a shovel/rake.

Angle grinders and welders have sparked many

fires in the past.

To continue to use an angle grinder or welder you must have a 10 metre cleared space around the area, as well as water or an extinguisher on hand.

This year we have again been in contact with Santa and his elves, and with the cancellation of the Two Wells Christmas Pageant have offered them a ride in our fire trucks to spread some Christmas cheer to the community. Santa is a bit busy on Christmas Day, but will be coming out to see us on the afternoon of December 18.

Final times, and a route map, will be announced on our Facebook page closer to the day.

If you are interested in volunteering with the CFS, feel free to drop past the station and have a chat.

Seniors train every Monday from 7pm (except public holidays).

Stay Safe.

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Majestic River Red Gums…an Australian icon THE Christmas trees are up in many homes with all their twinkling fairy lights and collection of ornaments with perhaps presents under the trees.

There may even be a book of Enid Blyton’s called the Magic Far Away Tree with the exciting adventures of Moon Face, The Saucepan Man with Silky the Fairy for the children to read with great enjoyment.

However, Christmas trees and the Magic Faraway Tree pale into insignificance with the sight of the grand majestic River Red Gum which is an Australian icon.

AMATEUR EucalyptusGARDENER camaldulensis can grow to a height of 40 metres and live for a few hundred years, providing a habitat for so many native species.

The hollows are homes for birds, possums and small bats to live in with the bees enjoying the wee little white flowers to make honey and for pollen.

Under the bark live many different insects and spiders with caterpillars, grubs and Cicadas enjoying AMATEUR shelter and even an GARDENER echidna likes to find a haven there.

The smooth white trunks and longish green leaves were painted

by Sir Hans Heysen up at Hahndorf but here on the Adelaide Plains there are many superb specimens. They are found near waterways and can stand being in flood waters for up to three months and still survive.

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The roots of this majestic gum provide anchors for the riverbanks and helpTprevent soil erosion.

The red wood has many uses such as in wood turning, floors, fence posts, railway sleepers and timber for buildings and furniture.

It is such a durable wood with a delightful colour.

River Red gums are too large for the ordinary garden but if you get the chance, take the time to admire these tall stately giants that provide a habitatEfor so many of our native birds, animals and insects.

They really are magnificent giants which we must treasure.

A great small tree or shrub to grow for December flowers is the Feijoa sellowiana or Pineapple Guava.

Feijoas grow to approximately 3.5 metres to 4.5 metres tall with a spread of 3.5 metres.

They can be clipped to make a hedge and being resistant to moderate winds are good for hedging to provide shelter for the garden.

The leaves are olive green in colour on the top surface but are silver-coloured underneath and are fairly thick and robust.

Although the Feijoa is a native of South America, they are very easily grown in South Australia and are happy in full sun to part shade areas ofGthe garden.

When established they become fairly drought and frost resistant.

However, the flowers are something to behold - white tipped edges with pink, yellow and even red make them real showstoppers!

The fruit is best left to ripen on the bush until it is soft and not too squishy.

The inner flesh of the fruit is eaten, not the skin.

Although it is hard to really describe the flavour, think of a pear, strawberry, pineapple, or guava, or maybe plant a tree and wait a couple of years and try them.

If you’re not looking for the fruit, grow the tree just for its evergreen foliage and the pretty flowers.

May you all enjoy this time of the year and have a safe and happy Christmas.

ABOVE: Eucalyptus amaldulensis, commonly known as River Red Gum, can grow to a height of 40 metres.

LEFT: Pineapple Guava (feijoa sellowiana) is a great small shrub to grow for December flowers.

From the Amateur Gardener

Village green award TWO Wells’ newly opened Village Green has taken one of the top honours at the annual Mainstreet SA Awards in the Public Space and Streetscape Design category.

This category recognises street design and development work that enriches public spaces to create a cohesive and inviting mainstreet, laneway, town centre or precinct.

Adelaide Plains Council representatives, along with Jensen Plus consultants and architects from Phillips/Pilkington Architects, attended a special award ceremony on Friday, November 12. Council CEO James Miller

said the award was “just reward” for delivering a wonderful community showpiece.

“To be recognised on the state stage and to win the best public space and streetscape design project from a long list of nominations makes me extremely proud,” Mr Miller said.

Mayor Mark Wasley said with the successful completion of the village green project council would now consider its next steps to entice investment and businesses to the area while also catering for growth and improving amenity and civic pride.

“The future is bright for APC,” Adelaide Plains Council’s infrastructure and environment general manager Tom Jones and CEO James he said.

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Two Wells set to twinkle

Two Wells Twinkling Band members Emma Sharpe, Daniel Sherrett, Peter Fechner, Chloe Sharpe, Elyse Fechner and (front) Lachlan Plummer.

THE Two Wells Twinkling event launch is just days away and it is beginning to feel a lot like Christmas throughout the township, with decorations adorning businesses and private light displays taking shape.

Twinkling co-ordinator Anna White says the inaugural event has been exceptionally well received.

“The community seems to be really getting behind the initiative,” Anna said.

“Businesses have been extremely enthusiastic with over 82 per cent of all businesses within the township involved.

“Lights and a diversity of decorations are popping up around town displaying great creativity.”

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all our valued patients from Dr. Stephen Salagaras, & staff at Two Wells Medical Clinic

Anna said families as far as Parham had put in applications to take part and the council had agreed to decorate its buildings as well as a range of trees in the main street.

Schools and childcare centres were also going to take part, she said.

“As you can imagine I’m very pleased with the response to the inaugural Two Wells Twinkling event and look forward to it growing year after year, in conjunction with the Two Wells Christmas Parade,” she said.

Residents were invited to take part in the “Twinkling”, as it’s being promoted, throughout December,

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The event also saw the creation of a local band and the musicians will be on hand to entertain at the official launch of the Two Wells Twinkling at the Two Wells Village Green on Friday, December 3 at 7pm.

A decorative metal Christmas tree is set to be officially lit by council mayor, Mark Wasley, while television hosts Lauren DeCesare and Hayley Pearson will be in attendance to present prizes to the winners of the display categories.

Residents are invited to attend and encouraged to bring a picnic to enjoy the festivities. The event is supported by the Two Wells Regional Action Team.

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Ratty reads With Rachel Applebee

‘Rosaline Palmer Take The Cake’ by Alexis Hall RACHEL APPLEBEE I’ve been struggling to read a little of late, which us bookworms like to call a reading slump. Well, Rosaline was the perfect antidote, I loved this book! The title and setting makes it seem like it might be a little soft or quaint but it certainly wasn’t. It also didn’t follow a standard trope like many of the romance books do.

I had to check in with a friend to make sure I was right in that it was heading off the plot path I thought it would stay on.

It’s nice to read a book that’s not overly predictable.

Rosaline is a contestant on a baking reality TV show. She’s also a single mum, proud bisexual and daughter of snobby, posh parents.

The book is separated by each week’s baking theme and I loved it. I’m surprised by how much I loved the cooking details, sometimes I even wanted more which is unusual for me!

Hall developed a great cast of characters, each different and with vibrant personalities that you either loved or hated (as you were expected to).

It was witty and full of banter and has a lovely underlying message of living your life for you and not per the expectations placed on you (by others or yourself). The romantic storyline was perfect for this uncloseted romance lover.

I did find it a little preachy at times, though I can appreciate what Hall was trying to do in showing how we can challenge various gender and sexuality stereotypes in everyday settings, but not enough to rate it down. 5 stars from me.

ANGLE VALE SPORTING VENUE GROWS BEC O’BRIEN ANGLE Vale’s sporting precinct on Fradd Road is expanding to the tune of $4.4 million.

The site, currently home to the Angle Vale Foxes Soccer Club, Angle Vale Cricket Club as well as the Angle Vale Owls Netball and Football Clubs, will grow to incorporate an additional senior soccer pitch, new junior

soccer pitch, new AFL/cricket oval and more car parking and lighting. The Stage 5 works are the latest improvements to the community sports centre which was built in 2013, with work scheduled to be completed by late January 2022.

“The ongoing development of the facility responds to not only growth in homes and residents in the Angle Vale area, but in community interest in sport, with high levels of participation

in cricket, football, soccer and netball in the township,” mayor Glenn Docherty said.

“Council is also excited to start work on new recreation facilities at the centre, by expanding the existing playground and adding a half basketball court, BMX track and standalone toilet for general community use.” Construction for this aspect is expected to get begin in March 2022 and completed by June 2022.

Popular children’s reading program returns

THE Adelaide Plains Council’s popular Summer Reading Club is back once again, with kids encouraged to read 10 books during the upcoming school holiday period.

This year’s Summer Reading Club challenge runs from December 1 through to January 31, with

the adage of “uncover tales of mystery, intrigue and discovery”.

Kids can take part in the challenge by reading 10 books of their choosing during this period and are invited to utilise the summer reading club’s online and interactive website to create their own

reading avatars.

Summer reading packs can be picked up from either the Two Wells or Mallala libraries in the categories of – primary, secondary and preschool. At the conclusion of the challenge the council supports a celebration of some sort

in February, COVID restrictions withstanding, 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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Starting at 8pm in the St. Joseph’s Parish Church Hall, 46 Old Port Wakefield Road.

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CHURCH TIMES

Anglican Church Services

St Peter’s Mallala: 1st Sunday of the the month 10am December 5, 2021 10am January 2, 2022 10am February 6, 2022 St Paul’s Two Wells 2nd, 3rd & 4th Sunday of the month

10am December 12, 19 & 26 7.30pm December 24 - Christmas Eve 10am January 9, 16, 23 & 30 Parish Contacts: Mallala - Nita Noble 08 85 272 303 Two Wells - Di Meaney 0427 616 301 Two WELLS Uniting Church • Sunday Worship 10am • Wednesday Craft Group 1-3pm (during term time) • Friday Youth Group 5:30pm (during term time)

Virginia Catholic Parish. Mass times: St Joseph’s Two Wells: • Thursday 6.30pm • Sunday 8.30am Our Lady of the Assumption Virginia • Sunday 10am Parish Priest - Fr Pham Anh Hao. Phone 8380 9029

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TWO WELLS RSL

All bookings ph: 8527 0200. Jasmin Daniele Meeting is held bi-monthly on second Tuesday Meets first Friday each month. Closed all of the month (except December or January) January. Office open Tuesday mornings still acts as volunteer bus liaison, however at 7.30pm in the Two Wells Community RSL, 10am - 1pm. John - 0411 894 245 all places/enquiries are now through Council.

CHILD & YOUTH HEALTH

Main Street of Two Wells. For more information contact Anne Porter on 8524 3382 or Maria Aunger 0414 230 634.

TWO WELLS SCOUTS CUBS & JOEYS

Is held on the second and fourth Friday of TWO WELLS BLUE LIGHT Cubs: 6.30pm - 8pm (Tuesdays) Scouts: each month at The Two Wells Children’s 6.30pm - 8.30pm (Thursday) Joeys: 6.30pm Centre, 27a Gawler Rd, Two Wells 9.15am Held five times a year. For ages eight to 15 years.

- 7.30pm (Friday). Contact Group Leader, For more information contact Maria Aunger on to 10.30am and 1pm to 4pm by appoint0414 230 634 or Anne Porter on 8524 3382.

Toby Stevens 0449 292 317 ment only, 10.30am to 12 noon drop in. Call 1300 733 606 for appointments.

TWO WELLS CFS TWO WELLS REGIONAL

CROSSROAD CONNECTIONS SUICIDE PREVENTION

Senior training every Monday night starting at 7.30pm open to anyone over the age of 17 years old. Everyone welcome however day time crews are needed. Cadet training is every meetings third Thursday each month at 7pm, open to the public. For more information contact Sharon on second Wednesday starting at 5.30pm until 7pm. Open to anyone aged 11 and above.

0429 099 820 or adelaideplainsspn@gmail.com.

Located in Wells Road, Two Wells.

LANDCARE TWO WELLS

TWO WELLS COMMUNITY LIBRARY

Landcare Two Wells, Lewiston & Districts Land 61 Old Port Wakefield Rd, Two Wells. Open: Care Group, Monthly Activities. Land Care Tuesday 9am to 5pm, Wednesday 12 noon is bigger than your backyard. Pat. 0419 860 to 7pm, Thursday & Friday 9am to 5pm, Sat981, Sharon. 0412 345 852. urday 9am to 11.30am. Phone: 8520 2100.

LIONS CLUB ANGLE VALE

library@apc.sa.gov.au.

TWO WELLS CWA

ACTION TEAM

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

TWO WELLS UNITED YOUTH

an engaging and interactive Christian social group for children aged 12 years to Year 12. Based at the Two Wells Uniting Church the group meets on Fridays during school terms from 5.30pm-7.30pm. $3 includes tea.

Contact Shallum Lubcke on 0413 097 013.

TWO WELLS UNITING CHURCH

Meetings on the second and fourth Wed at OP SHOP the clubrooms Gabriella Court, Angle Vale, Meets on the third Tuesday of the month at the Two Wells Bowling Club from 7pm. New and Opening times, Monday to Friday 9am to 6.30pm start. New members always welcome, 4pm and Saturday 9am to 12 noon. Open interested members are welcome to come for more info please call 0416 452 925. all school holidays, come in and browse. along. Contact Caroline Hardiman on 0418

LIONS CLUB TWO WELLS

781 007 or Jenny Dowling on 0418 859 875 .

TWO WELLS PLAYGROUP Meets on the first Tuesday of the month at Two Wells Catholic Church. Contact president Tuesday mornings 9am -11am during school term at the Two Wells Uniting Church Hall, 34 Ian Gameau or secretary 0417 801 178 or Gawler Rd. For babies and children up to five twowellslionsinc@gmail.com for more info.

MALLALA MEN’S SHED

years of age. Gold coin donation and BYO lunch box and snacks. Phone: 8520 2358.

Open Weds 9 til 12, Sunday 9 til 1pm, other TWO WELLS PROBUS CLUB times by agreement. Get involved in projects Meetings are held in the Two Wells Bowling or just a coffee and a talk. Conference room Club on the fourth Monday of the month from available by request. Contact Norm Dicks 10am. Come along and enjoy some compan0428 559 787 or just turn up. ionship. Contact Judith Lamont 8380 9140.

MALLALA RSL

TWO WELLS RED CROSS

Meets every third Wednesday. Membership Meets on the first Tuesday of every month at the Catholic Church Hall, Two Wells at 1pm. open to both those who have or have not All welcome. Contact Judy Heaslip, Secretary served. Ph Ray 0417 450 088 for info. on 0417 852 059 for further information.

Uniting Church Hall Drew Street, Two Wells, contact Pam Duncan 0409 002 201 anytime for information.

TWO WELLS UNITING CHURCH FRIENDSHIP / FELLOWSHIP GROUP

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

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

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A. Puddy B. Chiles C. Ross D. Benes

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SPORTS QUIZ 1. Two-time Olympic gold medallist Katrina Powell is now the permanent coach of which Australian women’s national team?

2. Former Western Bulldogs defender Liam Jones last played for which AFL club?

3. Australian racing driver Oscar Piastri was the 2020 Drivers’ Champion in which racing championship tier?

4. Mitchell Pearce last played for which NRL club?

5. Mitchell Pearce is set to join which France-based Super League club?

6. Which cricketer was awarded Player of the Match after Australia’s eight-wicket win over New Zealand in the 2021 Men’s T20 World Cup final?

7. How many runs did this player score in his 2021 Men’s T20 World Cup final innings?

8. Odell Beckham Jr plays wide receiver for which NFL team?

9. The Karrie Webb Cup will be awarded to the winner of which new women’s golf event to be played in January 2022?

10. Before turning to AFL, current North Melbourne footballer Hugh Greenwood played basketball at which US college?

Remy Gardner

Odell Beckham Jr

13. How many goals did England score in their November FIFA World Cup qualifier against San Marino?

14. Remy Gardner won which motor racing title in 2021?

15. Who is the captain of the New Zealand cricket team?

16. What rugby format was first played at the Summer Olympics in 2016?

22. Which country won the first FIFA Women’s World Cup, which was held in 1991?

27. Which Kiwi batsman scored 85 runs in their T20 World Cup final loss to Australia?

17. What AFL team has the colours of red and black?

23. Which tennis player did Pete Sampras recently declare as the greatest of all time?

28. And which Aussie was named player of the tournament after previously encountering a lean run of form?

18. What animal is also a term for getting three consecutive strikes in ten-pin bowling?

19. Kabaddi is the national sport of which Asian country?

24. How many women currently coach clubs in the 14-team AFL Women’s competition?

20. What motor racing event is held in the USA on Memorial Day each year?

25. How old was Jack Brabham when he won his final F1 world championship in 1966?

21. Which former Test batsman scored 124 not out in a recent 50over match for Western Australia?

26. Which Major League Baseball team has won 27 World Series titles in its illustrious history?

29. Race car designer Carroll Shelby was played by which Hollywood actor in the 2019 film Ford V Ferrari?

30. How many times did golfer Greg Norman win the British Open championship?

1. Hockeyroos (field hockey) 2. Carlton 3. Formula 3 4. Newcastle Knights 5. Catalans Dragons 6. Mitchell Marsh 7. 77 not out 8. Los Angeles Rams 9. Australian WPGA Championship 10. New Mexico 11. Yorkshire 12. Sam Kerr 13. 10 14. Moto2 World Championship 15. Kane Williamson 16. Rugby sevens 17. Essendon 18. Turkey 19. Bangladesh 20. Indianapolis 500 21. Cameron Bancroft 22. The US 23. Novak Djokovic 24. None 25. 40 26. New York Yankees 27. Kane Williamson 28. David Warner 29. Matt Damon 30. Twice (1986 and 1993)

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11. What English country cricket team is currently at the centre of a racism scandal?

12. Which Australian soccer star recently signed a deal to play with Chelsea until 2024?

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been stretched to fill our six teams, each week.

If you are interested in playing competition lawn bowls, please contact the club by phoning 0417 810 029.

Night Owls bowling commenced in October and is played on Thursday evenings.

We have an enthusiastic group with new players coming along each week.

This is not a formal competition, it is more about playing the game in a relaxed atmosphere, where regardless of whether you have played before or not, everyone gets a game.

You don’t have to commit to playing every week, just when it suits you.

ACROSS No. Our016 new BBQ area is almost complete, thanks 1 to the many, manySpace hours agency of volunteer work by club members.5 Small particle Next, we will looking for some tables with 6 beLarge book seating to fully utilise the area.

7 Not isclosed The back car-park on the agenda for an upgrade with a bitumen (or the like surface), to stop the dust from blowing onto the greens, plus DOWN some new planter beds for greenery.

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A banner was created for Ilario Bombardieri and Peter Kristen Nugent pictured with Greg Agalidis. The clubroom Sergi who played 150 and 125 games respectively this was named after Greg in honour of his 25 year’s dedi- James Dimasi with his collection of trophies. season at Virginia United Soccer Club. cation to the Virginia United Soccer Club.

Sophie Fimmano kicks away.

Nicole Buckler in goals.

Peta Todd and Crystal Tonzing in a tight tussle.

Fun finish for junior players ALANA BOMBARDIERI VIRGINIA United Soccer Club has had a fantastic end of 2021 season with multiple celebrations to finish our 25th anniversary year.

We kicked off with our junior teams heading to Flip Out at Munno Para where the children enjoyed a bounce and were presented with their trophies.

We would like to congratulate the following children who received special trophies…

U13s Best and Fairest- Peter Sergi, Runners Up- Angelo Cianci and Most Improved- Seth Greig.

U10s Best and Fairest- Domenico Ciampa, Runners up- Anthony Dimasi and Most Improved- Anthony Lazaridis.

Ilario Bombardieri also celebrated 150 games (8 years of age) whilst Peter Sergi celebrated 125 games (7 years of age) in the green and gold at Virginia.

Our senior night followed at the Virginia Community Centre where both the senior men’s and women’s teams gathered for presentations and celebrations.

James Dimasi was a stand out recipient winning Top Goal Scorer, Runner Up Best and Fairest, and the Players Player award for 2021!

The club also wanted to show

their appreciation for Greg Agalidis who is currently our only life member at the club.

Greg has put in countless hours volunteering his time over the years and was presented with a custom plaque as the club is naming our clubrooms after him.

Junior teams have been keeping busy in the off season with more than half participating in the Elizabeth Downs seven-a-side competition.

Our community women's team have also submitted two teams in the Salisbury Inter seven-a-side competition.

The club is so proud of how far the women have come in their first season.

Everyone is improving and getting fit and having fun.

The two sides drew each other in the fixtures on Sunday November 21 and it turned out to be a great game ending in a 0-0 draw.

Both teams had several shots at goal with Adele’s crossbar almost sealing a win for the Green team.

The women are currently open for registrations for the 2022 season, so if you are female, aged 16+ and interested in coming out for a kick at training, you can contact the club at virginiaunitedsc@gmail.com or find Hannah Toholke and Alana Bombardieri battle it out. Tegan Verharen in action. us on Facebook.

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State-of-the-art facility ready to welcome members BEC O’BRIEN REPORTS ADELAIDE Pistol and Shooting Club will open its doors to the public next month.

Based at Korunye, the state-of-the-art complex has more than 12 ranges, with its newest, a SA Police approved 200m rifle range opened just last year by the club’s patron and paralympian, Libby Kosmala.

The rifle range took 10 years in planning and construction, and now boasts all the necessary safety features and electrics.

Shooting club president Jim Innes said the upcoming open day was a chance for anyone interested in the sport to get a closer look at the facilities and meet club members.

“We have a reputation for having the best facilities in the state,” Jim stated.

“APSC is a family-oriented club and has the capacity available to add to its membership with pistol shooting Olympic style or ISSF shooting in the covered ranges at 25 and 50 metres.”

The open day on Saturyday, December 4, Jim said, would give interested people a supportive learning environment and the opportunity to come to the club and be safely shown by qualified personnel the sport of pistol shooting and rifle shooting.

The club boasts moving target rails and is well equipped for clay shotgun match-

es, down the line, with events regularly attracting 150 or more shooters.

The popular discipline of IPSC shooting is shot with four ranges with changing stages for shooters.

A western action street type range with cowboy facades and steel challenge ranges with a wide variety of steel targets is also available at the Korunye base.

“There is really something for all types of shooters,” Jim said.

“APSC has a wide variety of members, male and female, and juniors are very welcome at our club.

“This really is a sport that anyone can take up.”

Safety, detailed training and instruction is a big part of the sport, Jim added, saying qualified, approved trainers can work through modules with new members in the use and safe handling of firearms in a supportive learning environment.

“The club has its own well stocked internal shop and is also a registered firearms dealer with an armorer who can do repairs and upgrades to competitive guns and advise new shooters on the most suitable purchases,” he added.

The open day will run on December 4, 9.30am to 3.30pm.

For more information contact the club secretary by email at secretary@ apsc.org.au

Adelaide Pistol and Shooting Club president Jim Innes at one of the club’s shooting ranges.

PHOTO: BEC O’BRIEN

November winners: (L-R) Sue Byrnes, Bernie Greenshieds (hidden by his raffle win) Luigi Valued club member Greg TapCiaramellano, Barry Duncan, Gary Coppol, Rito Borzillo, Rob Damin, Max Pontifex and Peter Roney. scott.

AA 1st place winner Bob Cook.

Weather keeps many shooters rugged up at home PAMELA DUNCAN WHAT a day Sunday November 14 was for Lower North Gun Club.

It was wet, cold and very windy, which makes for very trying conditions for shooting the clays.

The weather kept the numbers down, with only 15 shooters on the day, with one shooter having to leave early.

The day prior, when Barry and Pamela went to the club to set up for Sunday’s event, the weather was perfect; warm, no breeze, BUT plenty of flies.

But the weather change came in and well, what a difference a day makes, although there were still plenty of flies!

Despite the weather the grounds looked amazing with special thanks to Greg Tapscott doing the

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mowing during the week.

Event 2 - 25 Pr Lower North Double Rise ChamThe club had shooters represented from Interna- pionship - Sponsored by Lower North Gun Club tional, SAGC, Mallala and Lower North.

Open - 1st - Rito Borzillo - International - 39/50 The Monarto Gun Club had a two-day shoot A - 1st - Rita Borzilla - International - 39/50 on the same weekend so that may have taken a B - 1st - Rob Damin - LNGC - 35/50 few people away, but certainly not as much as the C - 1st - Barry Duncan - LNGC - 32/60 2ND weather conditions.

Peter Roney - Mallala - 31/60 Results Event 1 - 50 Target Lower Light Double Barrel Event 3 - 10 Target Off the Fence - Sponsored by Heatcraft (Kirby).

OPEN - 1ST Max Pontifex - LNGC - 8/10 AA - 1st - Gary Coppola - International - 49/50 A - 1st - Bob Cook - SAGC - 49/50 2nd Max HIGHGUN – Sponsored by John and Sue Byrnes Pontifex - LNGC - 47/50 Open - 1st Max Pontifex - LNGC - 99/122 B - 1ST - Sue Byrnes - LNGC - 43/50 Veteran – 1st Rito Borzilla - International - 85/110 C - 1ST - Peter Roney - Mallala - 41/50 2nd Luigi Ciaramelliano - Inter - 47/50 Bernie Greenshields took home the major raffle prize – that bottle of Johnnie Walker (again). A big

thanks to all who contributed to make the raffle a great success.

The Lower North Gun Club’s next shoot will be on Sunday December 19 at 10.30am (practice 10am – 10.20am).

It is our Christmas Shoot – with free Christmas lunch, featuring 50 target DB 25 target Mixed Metre, 20pr Christmas Deauville Doubles, Turkey Shoot, with Club Champion Award Presentation, Monthly O/All High Gun, Junior High Gun and High Gun for Veterans and Ladies (four or more shooters).

So, please come along and have a great day out, and if interested you may like to “HAVE A GO” at shooting the clay targets.

For more information contact Barry Duncan on 0419 849 993 or Sue Byrnes on 0427 849 470.

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Evers makes 104 not out Under 16 The Under 16 team has come together really well and has three wins in the first three rounds.

The team has shown consistency and strong performances with all players contributing with the bat and ball.

Notable performances so far have come from Matt Evers with 104 not out, Harry Devlin with 70 not out and Sam Gray with a couple of 50s.

The wickets have been spread around and the best figures so far come from Sam Gray with 3/3 against Salisbury West.

A number of the boys have also been filling in for the seniors and performing well.

It has been a promising start and hopefully the team can continue this through the rest of the season.

A Grade Round 2 Two Wells A grade ventured out to Eyre Royals for the Round 2 fixture.

Desperate for a win after a poor first round the A grade bowled well to the Eyre Royal batters taking wickets early and consistently never allowing the opposition’s innings to settle and build.

Adam Mitchell was the pick of the bowlers taking 3/19 and off-spinner Dave Weigl taking 3/22 off his six overs.

Eyre Royals all out for 119.

Skipper Harris kicked off our run chase in style making 58 runs and getting us the first innings lead two wickets down.

Harris was supported by young gun Max Gray, 48.

John Arnold, 21, Graham, 78, and Devon Hardimann, 33* who also made contributions with the bat.

The B grade were at home to Eyre Royals.

Losing the toss and bowling first they were unable to take wickets consistently.

Eyre made 233 on the beautiful Two Wells oval.

Pick of the bowlers was Blake Hamilton 3/38 and Matt Camplin 2/46 off 14 overs.

Chasing a big score with a young

team was going to prove tough but the guys fought it out, eventually making 216. Sam Gray, 31, Jason Presland, 21, Blake Hamilton, 47, Patty Binyon, 45 and Jarrod Presland, 22, were all in the runs.

Considering the side had five players 17 years old and under it was really pleasing to see the guys go close to chasing down the runs and contribute with bat and ball.

TOP LEFT: James Turner, Keeley Merritt and Mackenzie Turner in their new club shirts.

Round 3 Two Wells A grade was away to ATCO CC. Again losing the toss and bowling it promised to be a good day when Harris made the breakthrough to have ATCO 1/0.

From there however, it proved to be a long day in the field with ATCO batting well.

ATCO lifted their tempo late on the first day to end up on 252 runs.

Wickets were shared around the Two Wells bowlers with Cooper Henwood 2, Daryl Hubber 2, and Ben Wilkinson 2.

Again, it was skipper Harris who got us going, falling just short of his second half century in as many games making 47 runs and being the glue that held our innings together. Unfortunately, while Harris was the tarzan grip super glue the rest of us were that claggy runny bright white glue from kindergarten.

Apart from Cooper and Graham (both 18) our innings fizzled, and we were out for 129.

B grade played at home to Virginia.

Batting first the team started slowly, losing three wickets for seven runs.

Jason Presland settled the innings with a superb 76, supported by Luke Matthews, 29 and Connor Hansen, 23.

Virginia’s response was 0/80 to end the first day of play. The B grade bowlers fought back hard though with new sensation Charles “Chuck” Muldoon taking his first ever five-wicket haul for 6/48 off 16 overs.

It wasn’t quite enough though, with Virginia passing our total eight wickets down.

After three rounds of cricket both sides were sitting fifth with one win and two losses.

ABOVE: Preston Stone and Toby Molloy on the court for Two Wells.

LEFT: Proudly wearing their new club shirts was Preston Stone, Lily Gameau, Rylee Wood and Michaela Foubister.

Chicken anyone? Matthew Wiseman and Paul Johns can help you out.

Where’s Wally? No idea, but here’s Craig Manuel and Andy Rowe having fun at social tennis.

Junior tennis team in top spot STACEY GAMEAU REPORTS

Under 16 cricketer Matt Evers made an impressive 104 not out last month.

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THERE’S a lot happening at Two Wells District Tennis Club.

Hot shots continue to run with coach Dale having fun with lots of kids Monday and Tuesday nights each week.

The committee is working hard to keep both nights running smoothly and providing meal options and ice creams for the kids.

The six junior teams are performing really well.

The three Green ball teams are in the top five with one sitting in first position on the ladder.

The three Orange ball teams are also in the top five and are improving immensely each week.

And the kids all look amazing in their new Two Wells junior team tops.

Thanks to all the parents that are helping out to enable us to run six Saturday junior teams.

We have had a few weeks of three or four matches playing at once in one morning at Two Wells and managed to run these without trouble.

Disappointingly however, after the rain and hail storms of last month, court six is now out of action due to a large crack that has risen into what we call “Mount Tapscott”! This makes it tricky to run that many matches now and just further provides evidence the courts really need to be upgraded in line with other towns in our region.

The club had a very successful bunnings BBQ fundraising recently, selling over 50kg of sausages.

We all spent a lot of time physically holding down the fort on the cold, windy day but lots of customers turned up at lunchtime to make it all worth it.

Thanks to all the brave volunteers, we really appreciate you helping raise funds for our club.

The senior tennis team is going along very nicely and are sitting up the top of

their grade.

They have had a fair few good wins against top sides but sadly missed Friday November 19th’s night match due to rain in Gawler.

The senior team has a very experienced base mixed with some helpful fill-ins.

They are always on the lookout for more fill-ins.

The Saints and Sinners social tennis competition has been a huge hit and a lot of fun.

There have been some great outfits and amazing tennis rallies.

It’s great to see all the local tennis players back out on the courts having a social hit and filling up all five courts.

The novelty dances and challengers add to the fun.

If you would like to get involved in tennis at Two Wells, in any form, contact club president Marie Tapscott on 0419 838 929 or look us up on Facebook.

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Rams sign ex-Hawthorn star BEC O’BRIEN VIRGINIA Football Club has its sights set on senior finals action next year with the signing of former three-time Hawthorn premiership player Paul Puopolo.

Club president Chris Ewen said the club had one of the youngest A Grade sides in the Adelaide Plains Football League with an average age of just 23 years old, and Puopolo would bring a wealth of knowledge and skills to the club.

Puopolo, 34, played for Norwood in the SANFL this season and a chance encounter through club associates saw him eager to join the Rams’ fold.

“Paul is very keen on helping develop our younger players as he already has a connection with our senior colts premiership side through the Taylor family,” Chris explained.

“The three times premiership Hawthorn player has joined our club as a player and mentor for our very young developing side.

“With a lot of senior colts coming up to senior footy next season, and the young guys we already have, it is going to be exciting times ahead for the Rams.”

Puopolo addressed the Rams’ Under 17 side on the eve of its 2021 grand final, with the team going on to convincingly take home the silverware.

The 200 AFL-gamer will play a mentoring role at the club for its junior players, while also supporting the senior squad with skill development and on field encouragement.

Playing a forward, midfield role, Chris said Puopolo’s signing was a coup for the club.

“He’s played a lot of footy; his knowledge and his experience are just going to be fantastic for our club,” he said.

“He’s the biggest signing our club has ever had, and he is keen to mentor our up and coming players.

“We were very lucky to get him.”

The signing of Puopolo is another turning point in the culture change happening at the Rams.

In the past club players regularly appeared before the league’s tribunal committee but the 2021 season marked a noticeable change in both onfield and offield attitudes.

“We had no player reports this season; in the past 10 years this has never happened,” Chris said.

“We don’t want to be the Virginia of old. We still want to be the ‘tough club’ but do it the right way and I’m really excited about the season ahead.”

Virginia’s A grade side finished sixth on the ladder this year; a result the club hopes Puopolo will help improve.

“We’re really happy with how our young group is coming along,” Chris said.

“It’s like anything, it’s still a young group and one player doesn’t change that, but with our younger group they’ll be a year older and we’re really excited about the year ahead; we’ll see some rewards next year.

“The club and committee are very excited to have Paul on board and can't wait to see what he can bring to our young group.”

News of the signing saw a swathe of positive comments online ranging from “awesome”, “huge news, can’t wait to see the results”, to “fantastic signing, well done”, “exciting news”, “congratulations to the whole club, onwards and upwards”.

The club will begin pre-season training this month with some fitness building activities before breaking over Christmas and commencing in earnest in the new year.

Rams football director Mal Greenwood, ex-Hawthorn player Paul Puopolo, and Virginia Football Club A Grade coach Shaun Baker. Puopolo in action for AFL football club Hawthorn.

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