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Playford Council mayor Glenn Docherty in the Virginia Main Street.

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MAIN STREET UPGRADE SOON TO COMMENCE

JACK HUDSON

IT has been a long time coming, but the Virginia Main Street upgrade is set to commence shortly.

The $8.88 million project was originally planned for 2021 but was rescheduled to allow Playford Council and SA Water time to discuss the installation of sewer infrastructure

within Old Port Wakefield Road, whilst still meeting council’s grant funding deadline obligations. Tenders for the construction contract have been advertised to industry and is expected to be awarded in March.

A construction start date will be announced once the contract has been finalised.

Playford mayor Glenn Docherty

said the upgrade has been driven by ‘community feedback’, where there were more than 460 participants in community engagement in discussions, workshops and surveys.

“Paths will be widened and a new playground, street trees and landscaping will create a destination for families,” he said. “It will be easier, safer and more enjoyable for people

to visit local shops and businesses.

“The start of construction in the coming months is exciting news for an increasingly popular area.

“I thank everyone for their patience and understanding as the project has developed.

“On behalf of the community, I thank our funding partners for joining council to deliver this work.”

The new main street will feature wide shared pedestrian and cycle paths, a priority pedestrian crossing, improvement to stormwater infrastructure, replacement of existing street trees with a suitable species, on-street parking and provision for disability and long-term parking and development of the Virginia Institute Park into a community destination.

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THIEVES use a variety of methods to sell stolen property including online trading websites.

You can recognise your own property quicker Ward Belt than someone who is not familiar with the items.

Police encourage you to search popular websites Gawler where your property may be placed for sale.

Gawler River If you are able to identify your property contact police on 131444 and quote your Police report number.

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Serious Criminal Trespass

address on Clydesdale Drive, Two Wells, a Mitsubishi Challenger S458BRW was stolen from a driveway.

ON February 15, at an address on Old Port Property Damage Wakefield Road, Two Wells an unknown man entered a church through a rear window and BETWEEN February 7 and 8, at an address stole items from within. on Frost North Road, Lewiston, a padlock was stolen from a gate and property damage Deception occurred to gyprock of a vacant building.

ON February 13, at premises on Hayman Between February 16 and 17, at premises Road, Lewiston a victim was involved in on Dawkins Road, Lewiston a tag ‘OMG’ and Munno Para Andrews Farm Arrests a puppy scam that paid $2750 for a border other images were marked to a shed and caravan ON February 15, Two Wells police arrested collie. No puppy arrived on the plane. Police with black paint. aElizabeth 19-year-old Two Wells man for a warrant. are continuing their enquiries.

On February 19, at premises on Elizabeth On February 22, Two Wells police and Street, Two Wells a vehicle was kicked causing Illegal Use/Illegal Interference Gawler police arrested a 36-year-old Windsor dents.

BETWEEN February 10 and 11, at an

Novavax vaccine Consumer watchdog now available SOUTH Australians who are yet to get vaccinated against Covid now have an additional vaccine option, with appointments for the Novavax vaccine available from this week.

Premier Steven Marshall said bookings opened on Friday with appointments available from next Wednesday at the Playford, Adelaide Myer Centre and Noarlunga Covid vaccine clinics.

“It is important for South Australians to take every opportunity to receive a Covid vaccine which is why we continue to provide access to Covid vaccines across our state, utilising supplies provided by the Commonwealth Government,” he said.

“This is another opportunity for South Australians who are yet to be vaccinated to protect themselves, their family, their work colleagues and the broader community – and is another weapon in our arsenal in the fight against Covid.

“Our first delivery of around 4000 Novavax doses will be distributed throughout three clinics in Adelaide.

“Around 40 GPs and pharmacies across the state will also be offering the vaccine.

“It’s pleasing to see that around 95 per cent of South Australians aged over 12 have already received their first dose of a Covid-19 vaccine and around 92 per cent have already received their second dose.”

Minister for Health and Wellbeing Stephen Wade urged those eligible South Australians to not delay, and book from this Friday for appointments available next week.

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Premier Steven Marshall.

“Getting the Covid vaccine provides important protection for you, your family and the community so if you are eligible and you haven’t already, please roll up your sleeve and get the vaccine as soon as you can,” he said.

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) granted provisional approval for Novavax last month, making it the first protein based Covid vaccine to receive regulatory approval in Australia.

A primary vaccination course of Novavax consists of two doses, administered at least 21 days apart.

Online bookings are available at covid-vaccine.healthdirect.gov.au/booking/

SOUTH Australia’s consumer watchdog has urged people in the district to avoid dealing with an unlicensed builder who is offering tiling and bathroom renovations.

Based in the Two Wells area, acting commissioner for Consumer Affairs Fraser Stroud said Consumer and Business Services had received a number of complaints involving Justin Norman, trading as ‘Norman Tiling’.

“We’ve had complaints from four consumers from across Adelaide and Murray Bridge, complaining that this individual has been paid for services that he’s failed to deliver in a reasonable time,” Mr Stroud said.

“CBS received reports the work performed

by Mr Norman was of a very poor standard, leaving consumers out of pocket while also having to pay a significant amount to rectify the work that had been done.

“This man is also alleged to have been trading while not holding a valid license.”

Mr Stroud said a public warning had now been issued, advising consumers against doing business with Mr Norman.

“I would also encourage anyone who is concerned about their dealings with this individual to contact CBS as soon as possible,” he said.

To report a concern about a trader, contact Consumer and Business Services on 131 882.

Riverlea Park is state’s newest suburb RIVERLEA Park is officially Adelaide’s newest suburb giving 12,000 future homeowners a fresh canvas to create South Australia’s largest masterplanned community.

The boundary realignment and new suburb name published in the South Australian Government Gazette today was confirmed after extensive community consultation.

Walker Corporation’s Riverlea General Manger Brian Virgo said Riverlea Park will give 30,000 future residents a new identity in North Adelaide.

“This is another exciting mo-

ment for our Riverlea residents who can now proudly tell friends and family, I live at Riverlea Park,” Mr Virgo said.

“The name Riverlea Park represents exactly what our new community Riverlea is all about – over 450 hectares of parkland including 420 hectares of open space and 50 hectares of lakes, surrounded by 42km of recreation trails with bike paths and running tracks.”

Riverlea Park is only 25 minutes to the Adelaide CBD and will become the new heart of Adelaide’s North with four new schools as

well as four retail and homemaker precincts, sports facilities and community centres.

Concept designs for the first Riverlea Park Retail Centre are being designed to accommodate the first homeowners already making Riverlea their home.

The Riverlea Park Retail Centre is attracting strong interest from childcare, medical and pathology, wellness, gyms, supermarkets, cafes and taverns.

Playford Mayor Glenn Docherty said councillors supported the name change to Riverlea Park.

“Something special is taking place at Riverlea Park in Playford and it makes sense to give South Australia’s biggest masterplanned community its own identity,” Mayor Docherty said.

“The new boundary alignment ensures Buckland Park’s agricultural and rural identity is respected while Riverlea Park naturally integrates into those surrounds.

“Playford Council looks forward to welcoming many more residents to Riverlea Park in the future.”

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Speeding concerns on Virginia street BEC O’BRIEN ARBEQUINA Road in Virginia was once a typical quiet suburban street with larger than average house blocks.

Julie Arbon moved to the area for precisely that reason.

Today however, the semi-retired administration worker is fearful children in the neighborhood will be run over or there will be a serious accident due to a significant increase in the number of cars speeding along its length.

Julie says since the Virginia Grove development opened up a few hundred metres away, motorists use the street, and its adjoining Coratina Road, as a shortcut.

Poor signage is not helping the matter, Julie says, with a give-way sign at the corner or Arbequina and Coratina roads partly hidden by trees along the verge.

“Many motorists fail to give way anyway,” she said.

“They really need a stop sign at that intersection.

“We’ve got double, triple the amount of traffic that we used to have.”

Julie and her husband Steve built along the street 12 years ago and have noticed a massive increase in ‘hoon’ driving and speeding.

“We get so many who just think they can just race around here and a lot of people in this area have kids,” Julie said.

“There’s going to be an accident happening here before long.”

“The speedsters just don’t care,” added Steve.

“Someone is going to get cleaned up on this corner.”

The couple would like to see the council conduct a traffic count along the street as a first step and better signage to encourage drivers to slow down.

Playford Council was contacted for comment but did not respond by deadline.

Arbequina resident Julie Arbon is concerned about vehicles speeding along her street and the possibility of a serious accident.

Baby brown snake bite in Two Wells BEC O’BRIEN A Two Wells resident has suffered a bite from a baby brown snake in the main street of Two Wells.

Julie Tennant, who has lived in the area for the past two decades, was collecting her mail on Thursday, February 17, when the juvenile brown snake bit her on the ankle as she stepped onto the curb.

Julie went to Heritage Medical Centre for immediate medical treatment and was later transferred by ambulance to the Lyell McEwin Hospital where she was treated with anti-venom

and admitted overnight.

The experience was one Julie slowly recovered from, saying since the incident she has since shied away from parking in that spot.

“I had parked in front of the post office where I usually park, and as I was stepping onto the path I trod on this particular thing, I didn’t know at first what it was,” she explained.

“I turned around and saw a brown snake.

“It slithered away heading towards the road, where a car went past and, it raised up, like to strike, then it slithered across the road close to the IGA. “There was someone reversing out and they

got it in the head.”

Julie said leaf litter on the ground near the parking space made a perfect hiding place for the baby snake and the council needed to act to keep it clear of debri.

“I won’t go near that part again, I won’t park there again,” she said.

“There’s too much stuff on the ground “It’s very, very dangerous as the snakes can hide in the leaves.

“The council should be cleaning it.”

Following her ordeal Julie is warning residents in the area to be mindful of where they step and to wear appropriate footwear, despite

the weather beginning to cool.

“The whole experience was pretty painful,” she said.

“People need to be aware and very careful.

“You don’t know if there’s going to be another one there or not so wear closed in shoes, not like I had on.”

That same week Julie says a friend of hers also had an unwelcome experience with a brown snake, this time at the village green in the centre of town, where her daughter ran from the toilets after sighting a large brown snake in one of the cubicles.

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From the books to parliament ISABELLA CARBONE

“I’m speaking to a lot of community members and I really understand that small business is the backbone of the economy of our region of Frome,” Cate said.

“So listening to small business owners’ concerns, what’s impacting them, what they need, where their vulnerabilities are, how things are doing at the moment - it’s one of the very first questions I ask,” Cate said.

Speaking to the Two Wells Echo from Jamestown hot on the campaign trail, Cate highlighted the need for road infrastructure, particularly north of Clare.

The Kapunda resident also relayed the constant concerns she was hearing from the community about accessing doctors and emergency departments.

As an independent candidate, Cate pledges to work with the government of the day whether Liberal or Labor, but will remain true to the wishes of the Frome community.

“I’m not beholden to a party so I can authentically represent the community in terms of their actual needs,” Cate said.

COUNCILLOR and author Cate Hunter is running as an independent candidate for Frome Cate Hunter and scooped a handy endorsement from the departing Geoff Brock.

Her three main priorities heading into the upcoming election are economic vibrancy and supporting small businesses, access to healthcare and infrastructure.

Cate moved to Frome in September, 2017 and hasn’t looked back since, serving as a councillor at the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council during a time when the region experienced significant transformation.

She highlights the Watervale Community Centre, turnaround of the Clare main street, tourism strategy implementation and Auburn Connector as council success during this time.

Cate’s resume is certainly diverse, she’s a career zoologist who has also dabbled in documentary filmmaking, advertising, film production and now is an author and publisher.

Small business is a significant priority for her, her great-grandfather owned the Clare Hotel and three generations of her family have RIGHT: Independent candidate Cate Huntbeen involved in small business ventures over er hanging corflutes in Frome. the years.

Penny ready to support families

Liberal candidate for Frome Penny Pratt (right) with Xavier College student Jasmine at Freedom Park, Two Wells.

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BORN and bred in Blyth, Liberal party candidate Penny Pratt is vying for the seat of Frome in this upcoming state election on March 19.

The multi-lingual candidate has Mid North roads and under pressure health services as her priorities if she wins the seat.

The daughter of former Liberal MP Michael Pratt and Diane has plenty of political experience, completing a stint in regional Queensland as office manager for Wyatt Roy, working with Steven Marshall’s opposition as education policy advisor and as chief of staff for Child Protection Minister Rachel Sanderson.

Previously, she taught French in the state’s South East, worked with refugee children

inAdelaide and even undertook a welfare role with a security company at the Inverbrackie Detention Centre.

After spending time in education, mental health and child protection across South Australia, Penny has returned to the Mid North and currently resides in Clare.

With the election a mere matter of weeks away, Penny has been busy door knocking and campaigning from the bottom of the Adelaide Plains, through the Clare Valley and to the tip of the electorate in Jamestown.

“In this role, I have been welcomed in every town across the new electorate since being preselected over a year ago,” Penny said.

“Local feedback is constant and positive. People say “we

see you everywhere”, “noone has ever door-knocked us before” [and] “thank you for listening”.”

“I am ready to support families in over 170 townships with challenges that are unique to country life while engaging with our local businesses and creating new opportunities for our young people.”

The Liberal candidate is keen to see more funds from the state coffers flow into the region.

“The Marshall Liberal Government has already delivered over $100 million of investment across the new boundaries of Frome and should I be elected I would continue to work with my community to achieve even more,” Penny said.

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Tina’s colourful field of dreams BEC O’BRIEN A SIMPLE yet beautiful field of sunflowers captured the imagination of thousands and raised much needed funds for a worthy cause this past summer.

Located at Freeling the “field of gold” was the result of former Two Wells resident Tina Schuster (nee Seres) and her husband Corbin capitalising on a predicted wet summer.

Tina, who grew up in Two Wells, and Corbin run the event venue “The Barns of Freeling”, planted thousands of sunflower seeds in November last year.

With the flowers blooming in January and February, the couple decided to open up the field to the public, inviting people to pick a sunflower for a gold coin donation.

They never dreamed the field would become such a sensation, with more than $12,000 raised for HeartKids SA in just one week.

“A huge thank you from us here at The Barns and, passing on a message, a huge thank you from everyone at HeartKids SA,” Corbin said in a heartfelt social media post.

“Your donations will make a huge difference to a lot of deserving Two Wells resident Tracey Seres (left) with her grandson Oliver Schuster and her daughter Tina families and children.

“What began with a field of Schuster amongst the sunflowers. sunflowers and some bales of straw Tina said both families had been morphed into something truly in“Old people, young people, and wide to pick a sunflower and touched by juvenile heart conditions credible; far bigger than we ever entire families, random passers-by, support the cause.

“You’re all amazing, all of you.” and the sunflower field was a great thousands of people came from far anticipated.

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Ann-Marie Trimboli, Maddison O’Brien and Angie Sergi visited the sunflower field last month. opportunity to bring joy to many while raising funds for a cause close to their hearts.

“A lot of families that have been supported by heart kids came out and they were really excited to see that money was being raised ,” she said.

“Everybody loved the beauty of the flowers and we saw many people taking photographs in front of the awesome artwork on the hay bales or going home with a sunflower or two.”

The field has now well and truly been picked over but the Schusters hope to do it all again next summer.

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Kapunda’s Caterina to stand for One Nation in Frome KAPUNDA business owner Caterina Johnston will stand as One Nation’s candidate for the Frome electorate at the 2022 South Australian election.

Mrs Johnston will have a strong focus on improving basic services in regional communities, especially health, and will champion One Nation policies to increase housing affordability and improve education outcomes.

“As a Christian, I’m also keen on South Australians being able to peacefully exercise their religious beliefs free from intolerance and discrimination,” she said.

“It goes to the wider issues of freedom of speech, association and assembly which have sadly been under threat the past couple of years.

“One Nation stands for the protection of these basic democratic principles, and so do I. We all deserve a voice in parliament who understands just how important these principles are, and just how easily they can be lost.”

Mrs Johnston, a mother and grandmother who with her husband Jeffrey has operated a

freight business in the Mid-North for almost 20 years, is acutely aware of a shortage of services in regional communities.

“Too many people are still being forced to travel to the city to access essential services, especially health,” she said.

“Country hospitals have been pretty much turned into nursing homes, and Adelaide hospitals are overwhelmed.

“I’m a truck driver and what I’m hearing

Caterina Johnston will stand as One Namost from the communities I’m involved with tion’s candidate for the Frome electorate. is a growing need for more local services, more PHOTO: JACK HUDSON available and affordable housing, and more opportunities in regional SA for younger people.

“One Nation has the policies needed to address these important issues affecting electorates like Frome. We’re aiming for the balance of power in Parliament to leverage these policies for the benefit of every South Australian.”

Playford’s greening its suburbs

THE City of Playford aims to plant 60,000 new trees in an unprecedented move to green its suburbs.

The council this week signed off on the Urban Tree Canopy Strategy: Greening Playford which seeks to increase the city’s tree coverage by more than 300 hectares.

The council’s biggest planting campaign will include an “Adopt a Tree” program to involve residents in watering trees and provide subsidies for people to plant trees at home.

New infrastructure will be trialled to improve irrigation and older trees identified for special care.

The initiative seeks to cool streets and footpaths, provide more habitat for birds, conserve energy by reducing home air conditioning needs and lift the appearance of neighbourhoods.

Playford mayor Glenn Docherty said

council sought to plant an additional 2500 trees each year.

“We are ‘greening’ Playford,” Mayor Docherty said.

“A greener, cooler city will make it more enjoyable for people to be outdoors. It will create a more attractive environment for local businesses.

“Our aim is to increase Playford’s tree canopy from 15 per cent to 20 per cent by 2045.

“As well as embarking on an intensive planting program we are collecting data on the size, health and species of established tree.

“This will help improve the way trees are maintained and reduce the risk of losing them to pests or disease.”

The project delivers on City of Playford’s Strategic Plan 2020 – 2024 by seeking to lift the appearance of the city so it is more attractive and welcoming.

Playford’s tree canopy – the area covered by leaves and branches – is currently 998 hectares.

Locations new trees will be planted include; in verges on streets, windbreaks and small parks opposite houses, creeks and walking and cycling trail and private property – depending on resident uptake.

The council signed off on its Urban Tree Canopy Strategy: Greening Playford at its February 22 meeting.

The project is dependent on funding through council’s Annual Business Plan process government grants.

Mayor Docherty said: “Increasing the number and diversity of trees and improving the health of existing trees will support Playford’s rapid growth in a sustainable manner.”

New fencing for coastal protection BEC O’BRIEN SENSITIVE coastal areas along the Adelaide Plains Council area will be better protected following state government funding announced last month. The council will undertake a significant coastal protection project to replace 2.7 kilometres of rusted out dune fencing at North Thompson Beach.

Council mayor Mark Wasley said in a statement the project would be funded primarily through grant funding, including a significant $75,000 Regional Coast Protection Fund grant; one of only 13 coastal projects across the state to be awarded funding under this stream.

The project is supported with further funding by Green Adelaide Landscape Board ($11,000), Northern and Yorke Landscape

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Board Grassroots Grant ($8,560), and a Coastal Board Community Grant ($5,520).

Council will also contribute $26,000 to deliver the project.

“The Thompson Beach dunes have suffered significant dieback of regionally important coastal species Alyxia buxifolia,” Mayor Wasley said.

“As the dominant plant species in this system, the dune risks erosion and storm surges if measures are not implemented to protect the remaining vegetation.

“Action to replace vegetation in the northern section via revegetation started in June 2021; however, the fence condition does not provide the protection it once did.”

The current fencing is 30 years old, rusted and filled with holes.

In parts it has fallen over, providing limited protection from rabbits and kangaroos.

“Current herbivore pressure on the vegetation and the natural regeneration is heavily impacting the recovery of the dunes,” Mayor Wasley said.

“The project aims to replace 2.7 kilometres of the North Thompson Beach dune system fencing with 1.5-metre high rabbit proof fencing to protect the coastal vegetation from herbivore pressure.

“A new fence, combined with other rabbit control measures, will aid in the natural revegetation efforts to protect the dune system.”

Mayor Wasley said the project aligned with priority actions from the Metropolitan Adelaide and Northern Coastal Action Plan and Thompson Beach Biodiversity Action Plan.

Draft public health plan consultation BEC O’BRIEN

Adelaide Plains Council is collaborating with neighbouring councils to deliver a strategic Public Health Plan.

The draft plan is currently open for public consultation and aims to support the collaboration of councils and stakeholders to improve regional outcomes in the health care sector.

The State Public Health Plan 20192024 acknowledges the important role of local governments in public health and requires each council to develop a public health plan.

The Barossa, Gawler, Adelaide Plains and Light councils have worked together to identify top regional public health challenges and support a regional outlook.

The draft plan includes demographic and public health research and early engagement with community, stakeholders, council employees and elected members.

Challenges identified in the draft plan include encouraging healthy lifestyles, access and inclusion, improving mental health and psychological stress, youth engagement wellbeing, and supporting an ageing population.

The draft plan has identified three “lighthouse” projects covering the areas of community transport, cycling and walking; mental health and suicide prevention; and community participation.

More information including the draft plan, early summary report, and background paper is available online with hard copies available at council’s offices.

Feedback is welcomed from the community by visiting www.surveymonkey.com/r/BLLNRpublichealth by Monday March 7.

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Northern Adelaide continues surging JACK HUDSON GROWTH across the Playford area has shot through the roof since March 2021, with more than 1000 dwellings approved.

Playford Council has approved 1009 dwellings with 409 lodged in Playford Alive, Eyre, Smithfield, Davoren Park, Munno Para West and Elizabeth, 303 in Angle Vale, 136 in Virginia, 97 in the Playford North extension area of Munno Para and Andrews Farm and 64 in the brand-new Riverlea.

In addition to housing, Riverlea has had commercial approvals for the sales centre and display homes, while Virginia has had three totalling more than $980,000.

Playford mayor Glenn Docherty is delighted to see many more people and businesses calling Playford home.

“Population growth is rapidly occurring in the City of Playford,” he said.

“Well-planned estates are being built in Angle Vale, Buckland Park and the newly-renamed suburb of Riverlea Park, creating new communities and jobs in the region.

“It’s wonderful to be welcoming so many new families into our city.

“Our population is expected to grow from about 97,000 people to more than to 130,000 within the Playford mayor Glenn Docherty in the Virginia Grove estate. next decade.”

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Carrie’s the trailblazer JACK HUDSON FORMER Angle Vale women’s football coach Carrie-Anne Mewett has taken the next step in her football journey after she was named as Central District’s inaugural female football coordinator.

Mewett started her coaching journey in 2017 as the Owls’ under 16s coach before moving up to under 18s in 2018-19 and A-grade in 2019-20.

She’d taken up roles with Woodville-West Torrens before joining the Dogs in 2021 as the senior assistant coach.

Now, she’s itching to get involved with her new role.

“It’s been a little bit of a transition,” she said.

“I was coaching out here earlier in the year before I applied for the role, and I don’t know whether the coaching and this role would coincide, but it doesn’t, so the coaching whistle has been put away for the time being.

“But in this role, I think I can have a great impact on

the whole sort of program, which is really exciting.”

Mewett officially started in the role on January 31, a position which she believes is a step ‘in the right direction’.

“I feel really privileged to start with, just this role in general is a real step in the right direction for the footy club, and it’s a real credit to the footy club to be moving in this direction,” she said.

“For me, to be the first person here in a role like this, I just feel really privileged and really keen as well to transfer some of my coaching skills across.

“The direction it’s going, it’s amazing and these kinds of roles popping up in our development league now and all the opportunities that are now arising for these young players.

It’s fantastic. It’s really exciting.”

Former Angle Vale coach Carrie-Anne Mewett is now Central District’s female football director.

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Leek’s learning from the best JACK HUDSON

Leek Aleer in his first session with the GWS Giants with former captain Phil Davis (left).

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IT’S been a steep learning experience for former Angle Vale youngster and now GWS Giant Leek Aleer since moving to New South Wales.

But the 18-year-old key defender is taking on every challenge that comes his way after he was selected by the Giants at Pick 15 in last year’s AFL draft.

“Pre-season has been pretty good so far, it’s a new change,” he told the Two Wells Echo.

“It’s very different to what I was experiencing in the SANFL but that’s why it’s been really good.

“Being in Sydney, meeting all the boys firsthand at the back end of last year and then obviously coming back after Christmas and just getting stuck back into it. It’s been solid.”

The jump from South Australia to New South Wales and the Giants is a road well-travelled, with former captain Phil Davis and now Crow Jackson Hately making the move.

However, the move isn’t rattling the Kenyan-born jet, especially with the support of a couple of Giants stars.

“The lifestyle change has been pretty good actually, Sydney is a lot bigger,” he said.

“In terms of footy, you’re training on a more consistent

basis.

“The boys have been really good as well, as has the club.

“Phil Davis has been an individual who straightaway took me under his wing.

“We kind of play a similar role in that key back position, he’s been an extremely good mentor for me.

“He’s helped me with a lot of stuff, like going through game footage and just giving me pointers during training sessions.

“There’s definitely other older blokes like ‘Wardy’ (Cal Ward) who have also given me that mentor role and just being able to communicate with me and advise me on certain things and it’s been solid.”

Being a first-year player, often chances at playing AFL football can be limited, but Aleer is eager to learn and wait for his opportunity.

“I think overall I want to play footy, but for me personally, it doesn’t really matter whether I’m playing reserves or whether I’m aiming to play round one,” he said.

“It’s mostly about finding my footing first of all and then really just giving it a crack.

‘If it comes through, then that’d be awesome, but at the same time, I’m obviously a young player and it’s my first year, so this is about giving it a hot crack.”

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Holds meetings on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30pm in Gawler East Primary School library, Finch Street, Gawler East. For information ring Robert on 0400 962 082 or Bob on 8571 1172.

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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.

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St Peter’s Mallala: 1st Sunday of the the month St Paul’s Two Wells 2nd, 3rd & 4th Sunday of the month 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

TWO WELLS SCOUTS CUBS & JOEYS

All bookings ph: 8527 0200. Jasmin Daniele Meets every third Wednesday. Membership Cubs: 6.30pm - 8pm (Tuesdays) Scouts: 6.30pm - 8.30pm (Thursday) Joeys: 6.30pm open to both those who have or have not still acts as volunteer bus liaison, however - 7.30pm (Friday). Contact Group Leader, served.

Ph Ray 0417 450 088 for info. all places/enquiries are now through Council.

Toby Stevens 0449 292 317

TWO WELLS REGIONAL

Is held on the second and fourth Friday of Senior training every Monday night starting at ACTION TEAM 7.30pm open to anyone over the age of 17 each month at The Two Wells Children’s years old. Everyone welcome however day Meetings at 7.30 pm on the third WednesCentre, 27a Gawler Rd, Two Wells 9.15am day of each month in Two Wells Catholic time crews are needed. Cadet training is every to 10.30am and 1pm to 4pm by appointChurch Hall. Contact Caroline Scutcheon second Wednesday starting at 5.30pm until ment only, 10.30am to 12 noon drop in. Call 0417 801 178 for more info.

7pm. Open to anyone aged 11 and above.

1300 733 606 for appointments.

Located in Wells Road, Two Wells.

Starting at 8pm in the St. Joseph’s Parish meetings third Thursday each month at 7pm, open to the public. For more information contact Sharon on Church Hall, 46 Old Port Wakefield Road.

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61 Old Port Wakefield Rd, Two Wells. Open: Tuesday 9am to 5pm, Wednesday 12 noon to 7pm, Thursday & Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturday 9am to 11.30am. Phone: 8520 2100. library@apc.sa.gov.au.

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Landcare Two Wells, Lewiston & Districts Land 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 Care Group, Monthly Activities. Land Care interested members are welcome to come 4pm and Saturday 9am to 12 noon. Open is bigger than your backyard. Pat. 0419 860 along.

Contact Caroline Hardiman on 0418 all school holidays, come in and browse.

981, Sharon. 0412 345 852.

LIONS CLUB ANGLE VALE

781 007 or Jenny Dowling on 0418 859 875 .

TWO WELLS PLAYGROUP

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

Meetings on the second and fourth Wed at Tuesday mornings 9am -11am during school TWO WELLS UNITING CHURCH the clubrooms Gabriella Court, Angle Vale, term at the Two Wells Uniting Church Hall, 34 6.30pm start. New members always welcome, Gawler Rd. For babies and children up to five FRIENDSHIP /FELLOWSHIP GROUP years of age. Gold coin donation and BYO Meetings held monthly in the Uniting Church for more info please call 0416 452 925.

LIONS CLUB TWO WELLS

lunch box and snacks. Phone: 8520 2358.

TWO WELLS PROBUS CLUB

Meets on the first Tuesday of the month at Two Meetings are held in the Two Wells Bowling Wells Catholic Church. Contact president Club on the fourth Monday of the month from Ian Gameau or secretary 0417 801 178 or 10am. Come along and enjoy some compantwowellslionsinc@gmail.com for more info. ionship. Contact Judith Lamont 8380 9140.

MALLALA MEN’S SHED

TWO WELLS RED CROSS

Open Weds 9 til 12, Sunday 9 til 1pm, other Meets on the first Tuesday of every month at the Catholic Church Hall, Two Wells at 1pm. times by agreement. Get involved in projects All welcome. Contact Judy Heaslip, Secretary or just a coffee and a talk. Conference room on 0417 852 059 for further information. available by request. Contact Norm Dicks 0428 559 787 or just turn up.

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

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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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Making footy fun again JACK HUDSON THE journey to Virginia started out as an ‘innocent little chat’ according to three-time premiership Hawthorn star Paul Puopolo.

The 34-year-old arrived at the Rams fresh from his retirement from SANFL level and, so far, he’s loving the experience.

“Someone asked me at work ‘since you’re retired, would you ever come out and play some country footy?’,” he said.

“I said I never experienced it and I said it’d be something

that I’d be interested in.

“I spoke to my brothersin-law about it and they were keen to come out and have a kick with me.

“It’s something I wanted to do is, play with a little bit of fun and experience something new.

“It’s been really good. I love how low key it is and how it makes footy really fun again and there’s some guys that really want to learn.”

Puopolo played 196 games and booted 185 goals in a decade at the Hawks, and it’s experience which is proving

valuable to the young Rams.

“The experience that I could pass on to some of these kids might inspire me to do something else,” he said.

“At this stage. I’ve got no real interest in being an actual coach. I just enjoy playing and helping out as much as I can.

“They’re all willing to learn, which makes the experience a lot better.

“There’s a lot of them that just asked me general questions even about my experiences.

“I’m happy to pass that knowledge and, as long as

they’re willing to learn, I’m happy to keep teaching.

“What I do is, I go out to training, and I help out, just give them a bit of knowledge and if they take it on board, it’s great.

“Obviously, if I can help these guys take a new step or a little bit more interest in footy, I’ve done my job.”

Throughout his whole tenure at AFL level, Puopolo played under arguably the greatest coach seen, Alastair Clarkson, and he’s passing on some of the knowledge learned from him.

“He was on another level with his coaching so, for these guys, they come out and have a little bit of fun and obviously want to get a little bit better,” he added.

“It’s not a real full-time job for them but they enjoy being out here and learning, so I try to pass on as much knowledge as I can.

“Obviously he was a great coach and if I can even put in a couple of drills and teach these guys what I learned off him, I think that can be really, really valuable for the club.”

Excitement looms with Poppy pre-season JACK HUDSON IT’S not every day a three-time AFL premiership player walks into your club and Virginia has been thriving since the arrival of Paul Puopolo.

Affectionately known as ‘Poppy’, the 34-year-old signed with the Rams back in October after a season back with Norwood in the SANFL. Despite the Adelaide Plains Football League (APFL) season being more than a month away, coach Shaun Baker said the former Hawthorn star had made an instant impact.

“Pre-season has been terrific and obviously bringing in a high-quality player like ‘Poppy’ has given the whole community a bit of a buzz,” he said.

“Last year, we were only probably averaging 20 on the track through pre-season, now we’ve got about 35 on the track, which is the most I think the club’s ever seen.”

The Rams have a strong junior base, highlighted by their senior colts side taking home the 2021 premiership,

and Baker said Puopolo had taken a few under his wing.

“He is an easy guy to talk to, he just wants to help the kids and that was the biggest thing when he came to the club, he just wants to help give back, which is a massive plus for us,” Baker said.

“They’re jumping out of their skins, especially the ones that are in the 2122 mark.

“They want to get fit.

When we’ve finished a session, we do an hour and a half, then Poppy grabs nine or 10 of them and they do an extra kilometre under their belt just to get extra fitness in.

“He’s just changed the way these younger guys are thinking about football, everything we’re doing now is game simulated and you know I say something, my assistant will say something and then he will have his last little words on how he does it and how he puts his body where he puts himself in the contest.”

Puopolo will play his first official game for Virginia at Angle Vale on April 23.

Paul Puopolo (centre) has taken Blake Brunotti and Dale Miller under his wing at Virginia.

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February Update

School Starters New faces at Mallala Primary School this year include reception students (back L-R) William, Elijah, Felicity, Mikaylah, Ocean, Oaklee, Isaac (front) Skye, Judd, Oliver, Tilly, Kathleen and Ethan. Absent: Mason, Liam, Oday, Penelope, Rory.

Jake, Chelsea, Jacob, Amelia, Christopher at Xavier College Two Wells.

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On 31 January I accepted the opportunity to address elected members and staff during the monthly Adelaide Plains Council meeting conducted via Zoom.

For much of my life, I have had an association with the Council, formerly known as the District Council of Mallala.

I was particularly pleased this Council supported the efforts of then-Elected Member Karen McColl to establish a Suicide Prevention Network in the area. It has also been a privilege to be the independent chairman of the Two Wells Community Fund, established by Council and the Hickinbotham group several years ago, which will continue into 2022.

Elijah, Austin, Zanthea, Piper, and Jasmine at Xavier College Two Wells.

John pictured with Adelaide Plains Council Mayor Mark Wasley and CEO James Miller in the Legislative Council.

James, Lucas, Cohen and Darcy at Xavier College Two Wells.

Pearl, Indie, Kylah, Isabelle at Xavier College Two Wells.

New receptions in Miss Schultz’s class at Trinity College Gawler River.

Paige, Tahlia, Lincoln and Alfie at Xavier College Two Wells.

New receptions in Ms Jensen’s class at Trinity College Gawler River.

The upcoming election in March will mark the end of my 24 years as a Member of Parliament. It has been a wonderful privilege to serve as a Member of the Legislative Council for three terms, with the past one and a half years as President. For much of my time in Parliament, I have been heavily involved in suicide prevention, serving as the Premier’s Advocate for Suicide Prevention for two and a half years. I am proud of how far we have come in this policy area, and it was fantastic to witness the passage of the nation-first Suicide Prevention Bill during the last sitting week of 2021.

I am very fortunate to have made many great friendships with Members of Parliament from across the political divide. I am thankful to my colleagues in the Legislative Council, the staff of Parliament House, and all my current and former office staff for their support over the years. It has been a pleasure to serve as a Member of the Legislative Council and I hope to continue my involvement with the Adelaide Plains community groups I have supported during my time in Parliament in the years to come.

As this is my final column, I also wish to thank all the readers of the Two Wells Echo for their support of a fantastic community publication, and I wish the Echo many successful years to come.

Caleb, Maddison, Daxon and Carly at Xavier College Two Wells.

Mrs Barrera’s new receptions at Trinity College Gawler River.

John Dawkins on the steps of Parliament House.

Starting Reception at Xavier College Two Wells this year was (back) Hudson, Ava, Eleanor, Kaylee, (front) Kallen, Daniel Mrs Hunt’s new reception class at Trinity College Gawler River. and Christos.

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Garden tips at Christmas

AMATEUR GARDENER

A MERRY Christmas happy New Year

ALTHOUGH to all.the summer of 2021/22 was cool we may still expect some hotChristmas days until When the rush of the season TWO Wells Cricket Club has the middle ofisMarch, therefore keep alert over, many will be thinking of theand garden. ceived $3500 as part of the fede prevent your garden If youfrom needdrying a few out. ideas go to the government’s $20 million fund community garden the TwoofWells package to support volunteer With the cooler nights it isbehind a window Craft Shop.

Federal Grey MP Rowan Ra opportunity to plant shrubs and trees into the Succulent garden. garden was lovingly designed and sey announced the successful garden whilst theThis soil is still warm. by aroots grouptoofput residents and has cipients in December, with a to This will planted allow the on some to become a restful place to funding commitment of $9522 growth beforeflourished the cold winter months. visit and enjoy. the Adelaide Plains region.

Don’t plant citrus assection they prefer There though is a native which to is now Two Wells Cricket Club’s fun be planted when the weather is warmer bringing in the birds and theduring succulents have been earmarked to establ spring and summer.

G are well and truly established. a point of sale retail system.

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Bare rooted roses andblock otherhas fruit treesaare The toilet become feature Mr Ramsey said the fund theorbees wellfor as many other insects best left untiland June Julyasbut other are aimed to support the cruc pruning aftertoo flowering.

The watering small white flowers become dry. Irregular is one agapanthus plants to prevent them from little abodes to role volunteers play within t plants now isprovided the time.with their own AMATEUR haveofa the delicate scent contrast with the reasons for and blossom end well rot with self-seeding. habitat. community as Australia mov T Dig a good deep wide hole larger than the shiny green leaves. tomatoes.

Prune off the bottom dead Good hygiene in the garden is always GARDENER quirky the large forward out of the pandemic. pot and if neededThe tickle thecactus rootsatop to enable thepipe Creeping leaves of tomatoes and plant cover recommended.

Boobialla isprovide a fast-growing ground boldwide. statement with the creeper on the very hot days.

“Every day I see the value Orange striking flowers is one way to roots to travelmakes deep aand cover that is good for suppressing weeds and over the rainwater tank gradually camvolunteering and how dedicat The wisterias are sending out their describe the flowers of the Lions tail plant Water in with a seaweed solution and don’t preventing soil erosion. The leaves are a soft ouflaging it. locals work hard to strength Pink Belladonna Lily long shoots, back to three or Leonotis leonurus. allow the plant Anyone to dry with out an before thewheelbarrow winter shade ofwhippy green and theprune pink fairy-like flowers old spare their communities,” Mr Rams nodes and maybe from the pruning’s make Other common names are the Lion’s rains come. should take some ideas home of what appear in summer. said. a wisteria wreath ready to embellish for claw or Wild Dagga plant.

Many old succulents gardenerstosay digwith a $20 hole care. for Boobiallas are also great for attracting native It is a native of South Africa and grows grow minimal “Grey is full of commun next Christmas.

Amaryllis belladonna lilies are native to The best time to plant is based in the organisations time of dor- who ha a $5 plant and watch yourtoplant to grow.

Take time look atstart the plants on sale at birds into the garden.

Deadhead roses and other perennials approximately 1.5 metres to 1.5 metres. craft shop – they healthy specimens They South Africa. mancy in late spring and early summer. worked in step with busines Two goodthe ground covers forare our conditions thrive in a full sun position and are frost to keep the blooms coming.

This plant enjoys a full sunny position being sold – atMyoporum a reasonableparvifoliprice. andthe families The says it alland - theis flowers appear first Plant the large bulbs with neckthroughout of the the CO are creeping Boobialla and drought hardy growing to isapproximately First thing in the morning the ideal or six hours ofname sunlight a day fairly Leonotis leonurus. small washed garden pots may be ID-19 pandemic and recovery rising frombut themay huge bulbs from at least 30cm um and Flat Mat -Any Trachelospermum asiaticum. time pick all edibles and don’t allow the drought resistant need a top up late February bulb just above the soil and leave 25cm byto1.5 metres. left there for recycling as well.

The funding provided orga through to hot March and if left undisturbed withthe higher between each bulb cucumbers too longavailable on the ofinwater in a long dry spell. ing smaller they grow up to theallow for the multiplicaFlat Mat may become a dense evergreen Both plantsand arezucchinis usually readily Just down from the community garden bushes or the flavour will go as well as the isations with grants of $1000 It flowers from summer and maybe stems.

Leonotis is frost resistant and a room to expand can become large showy clumps tion of the bulbs. ground cover or be used to cover a fence or trellis. local nurseries.

AMATEUR and next to the library is the new village $5000 to help purchase equ E quantity of supply lessening. through autumn flowers if deadheaded. plant which can giveLike a wow factor to any of to beautiful up to 60cm tall. many other garden plants, be aware they It grows 30cm by four metres andplace needs GARDENER show-stopping plants that are fuss free green, which is also another to visit For Fruit ment, training and backgrou trees all need deep watering and Deadheading is also recommended to summer garden.

They thrive in hot conditions and are drought are poisonous to cats, dogs and young checks children. full sun. in March plant some Naked ladies. and perhaps enjoy a picnic there. screening for voluntee remember the golden rule to keep the prevent it from self-seeding.

Enjoy your garden in January andtime afterto rest and relax in your and frost-free resistant needing little attention.

May you find Water well forJanuary the first three months to help Shades of light to dark pink and creamy is often a house keeping time area under the trees free of weeds and Across the electorate of Gr Lion’s Tails are erect plants with the all your gardening housekeeping may you These plants grow best if left undisturbed own garden space this March. it establish. for gardeners. Remember to water deeply white their flower 43 organisations were success binare all fallen fruit. colours, which are then flowers appearing in whorls and the thin also be able to take time to smell the roses. allowed multiply. andresponds not allow your beds to This plant wellvegetable to a light with a total funding of $130,4 followed by largethe strappy leaves.

Deadhead spentgreen flowers of the leavesand having etchedtoedges and becomFrom the Amateur Gardener

Malcolm Haines to be Under 12 cricketerslibrary’s make it two in a row guest speaker

AS we all take a breath in preparation for the December 10.

Under 16 festive break we also need to reflect on our club’s Angle Vale batted first and made 5/110 from their The Under 16s round five clash against Angle Vale Malclom iscoming a gardener, achievements at the halfway mark of the season.

20 overs. sawHaines Two Wells off a byedesigner, and playing their only Our seniors are positioned to have a real impact Best of the bowling was Curtis Cliftonmicrobe with 1/0 wrangler, writer, experimenter, and one-day game for the year. in their respective final campaigns with the added off three overs. plant lover. Two Wells bowled first and started strong with support of our up and coming U16 players all conOther bowlers to take wickets were Blake Xenides Alex Daly taking theand firstmad of his three wickets with A self-confessed tinkerer scientist tributing to that success.

1/6 off two overs, Will Edwards 1/9 off three overs, Dean Malcolm his first ball. at heart, is the driving force behind Our juniors are looking good with all teams Shepard 1/10 and Blake Stapleton 1/14. Gawler-SouthThere were some tough chances that were just based “Ligaya Garden”. achieving some mid-season goals supported by great With the bat, Two Wells’ Jake Brechin made a wide but we managed to bowl them out for 57.

Haines will visit Two Wells this month as participation levels and team enthusiasm. good start with 17.

Alex had figures of 3/17, with Matt, Jack, Jackson part of the Adelaide Plains Library’s Our U16’s sit on top, our U14’s sit third with a game Curtis Clifton made 32 not out, with Blake Staple- and Harry each taking a wicket.popular andandauthor events, in hand on the top placed Craigmore while our U12’s ton and Blake Xenidis each making 12. guest speakerSam Harry got us offto to speak a flying start with his famed are storming into the break winning their last two The boys have made good progress each about week and the bat.“tiny” garden, established on a 360 sqm block. outstandings. thisTwo has resulted them winning their last two games.

Sam retired on 51 in the fifth over.

Enjoying the branch’s birthday dinner last month were WellsinCWA members, by our volunteers Carol with great The gardenHarry has and grown a handful ofblitz before Mattfrom continued the run Under 14 Newton, Jenny from left, Fantastic (seated)support Lorraine Applebee, Bywaters, Diana Friday nightEvelyn meals and familySue friendly atmosphere Harry fellto fora34.

2015 thriving perennial food The Under 14sValmai also tookQuinlan on Angle Vale infruit theirtrees last in Dowling, (back) Dyer, Lange, Caroline Hardiman, truly reflecting our on-field successes.

Alex didn’t hang around long and Matt continued, match before the holiday break. forest in the front garden, and a herbs-and-anand Shirley TheThompson. club would like to thank all of its players, on 50. system out the back.

Two Wells batted first making 9/112 off the allotted retiring nual-veggies aquaponics parents and volunteers; you are all doing the Two 20 overs. hard and finished on 44 not out Today the Jackson garden worked provides more than half Wells Cricket Club truly proud. and Jacob on 18 no.

Curtis Clifton made 23 not out and Michael Daly 16. the family’s food.

Have a great break and we will see you all in the Our final score after 20 overs was two for 224.

With some tight bowling and fielding Angle Vale Malcolm and his partner, Jelina, thehopefully we New Year.

A great way to finish the met year in and could only manage 74.

Philippines and the country still holds a special Noah Henwood took 4/5 off two overs, Travis can maintain the form in the new year.

Under 12 place in their hearts, influencing the name of Makai A Grade The final round before the Christmas break saw Howat 2/2 off his only over and Curtis, Ryan and the garden and what plants they grow. each took a wicket. the Under 12 team take on Angle Vale on Friday The A grade took on Eyre Royals In Tagalog, the national language of at thehome.

Two Wells CWA branch celebrates 6th birthday JUST a short message from The Two Wells SACWA branch this month.

The branch’s January meeting was unfortunately cancelled due to the current COVID situation.

At our next meeting we celebrated our 6th birthday with a meal out at Sneaky’s at Angle Vale on February 15.

It was lovely to see and have a chat with the ladies who were able to come out and celebrate.

Unfortunately, our bingo nights and craft afternoon have been put on hold and will be

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until further notice.

Held on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Two Wells Bowls Club, our branch meetings are a casual format, where women can meet, share, and learn new skills.

Our next meeting on March 15 we will be having a general meeting.

We are going to be discussing and planning the program for the rest of the year.

For more information and upcoming events, check out our Facebook page or contact Caroline Hardiman on 0418 781 007.

Philippines, Ligaya means the happiness that comes from family and community.

This is the guiding ethos for the family’s garden.

Growing as many tropical plants as possible is another way the Haines’ connect to Jelina’s culture and love of food.

The family also writes a blog, detailing their gardening successes and challenges.

It includes tried and tested gardening tips, with a focus on food, medicinal plants, aquaponics, and water and energy solutions.

Ligaya Garden is one of six gardens showcased on the Adelaide Edible Garden Trail 2021.

It appears in the SA Urban Food Network’s

Eyre Royals were put in to bat and were bow out for 133.

There was some tight bowling and fielding, w Daryl Weigl taking 3/40, Daryl Hubber 2/18, Coop Henwood 2/19, and Luke Harris and Blake Hamilto wicket each. Devon Hardiman also took two catch Two Wells passed Eyre’s score in 30.3 overs.

Luke Harris 87 not out, Adam Mitchell 21, a Shayne Walker 19 not out.

B Grade

Two Wells’ B Grade side also played Eyre Park aw Eyre Royals batted first and made 8/152.

There was some superb bowling by the Two We boys which saw Matt Camplin take 5/29.

Harrison Devlin, backing up from playing in t morning, took 2/25.

Two Wells passed Eyre’s score in 28.3 overs.

Samuel Harnas and Harrison Devlin started of fine form with Harry falling for 39.

In came Pat Binyon to continue the run chase Samuel Harnas finished on 58 not out, includ eight boundaries and a six, and Pat 52 not out w six boundaries and two sixes.

Malcolm Haines will share his gardening knowledge in Two Wells this month.

series of case studies, and was featured on ABC’s Gardening Australia in October 2021 with Sophie Thompson.

Malcolm will speak at the Two Wells Bowling Club at 1pm on Tuesday March 15.

Bookings are essential to this free event, which includes afternoon tea.

Contact the Adelaide Plains Library on 8520 2100 or email library@apc.sa.gov.au to reserve your seat or for more information.

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March 2 is Ash Wednesday. Many

Seccafien baby James celebrates 30th in “iso” WITH her husband, James’ 30th birthday in April,Another Rooster joins the chook pen. Congratto Two Wells’ own Ned and Stephanie Seclocal Two Wells pharmacist, Kate Dimasi, had toulations get cafien who welcomed Henry Patrick into the world creative when planning celebrations amidst strict RIGHT: James on Friday February 18 at Gawler and HealthKate Service.

COVID-19 social gathering restrictions.

9 pounds 3celebrating ounces and 52 centimetres James’ Both Kate and James have large families andWeighingDimasi in length, Henry an adorable brother to including them in the celebrations was important.

30thisbirthday in little isolation Freddie and Noah.

So instead of the planned Amalfi coast-themed recently, with verygreat, creative named after hisagreat, great dinner with friends and family Kate (pictured rightHenry was grandpa, Henry Lee, on his mum’s side,dinner. with his progressive rotating with the birthday boy), organised a progressive middle name, Patrick, in honour of his great-grandrotating dinner, where only the pair of them moved.

Strict time schedules and social distancing ma Patricia Seccafien on his dad’s side. measures were adhered to as the pair enjoyedProud grandparents include Neville and Lynette drinks, entree, mains, and dessert at four different Seccafien of Two Wells, and Linda Rushton and family residences.

Butch Carbone, also of Two Wells.

Congratulations BELOW: Two Wells resident, For each course the couple arrived with balloons Steph and Ned, such a special time for you all.

Ken Williams on his 94th and cake, which meant four times the cake cutting, four times the happy birthday song being sung and birthday, outside his home four times the cheers being given. with the sign his greatSounds like a great way to celebrate considering grandchildren created for him. the circumstances. Happy birthday James.

William Shipton celebrated his 7th birthday last month. William’s Granny Pamela Duncan sent in this cute pic of him enjoying his birthday cake, saying he spent the weekend of February 19 and 20 with extended family and friends enjoying a paddle and water fun at Middle Beach on Saturday followed by cake at Granny and Pa’s house on Sunday.

This was after he enjoyed ice-cream cake on his actual birthday, February 17. Sounds like the perfect celebration for a seven-year-old William. Happy birthday.

The Hush by Sara Foster BIRTHDAY WISHES FOR JEN

Speaking of birthdays, a big happy birthday to Lewiston local and Two Wells Blue Light Disco volunteer, Jennifer Nichol, who celebrated her 75th birthday last month. reading some sort of anti-government propaganRACHEL APPLEBEE While COVID-19 restrictions meant social gathda, exacerbated by the times we are living in now. erings out, hit Jendifferent! acknowledged the milestoneI’ve since listened to a podcast with Sara and Ooh boy,were this one husband Don, the pair happyknow to that she started writing this before the It’squietly beenatsohome longwith since I’ve read a dystopian pandemic hit and so this dystopian world is borne book.spend time and keep busy in their gorgeous garden.

Happy birthday Jennifer.

I’m really glad I joined some avid dystopian out of her imagination rather than in response to our world.

A TOOT KEN reader friendstoGIVING read this one FOR as I definitely needed aWhile support group! isolation has all but put a stop to socialDespite my unease whilst reading, I was absolutely hooked and couldn’t look away.

The Hush is celebrations about an epidemic is Two gatherings, and thewhich like, one causing anfamily increasing percentage of babies to theThe plot doesn’t rest and Foster gets across a Wells still managed to commemorate lot of complexity quite concisely.

94th birthday of great-grandfather Ken Williams be stillborn.

The feminist aspect was brilliant and I loved month.

I’lllast admit this was pretty confronting but the Ken’s great-grandchildren Hunt crew), how strong the women characters were in this worst parts of this were at the start(nice and Ione felt more created awith massive urgingafter drivers to give a tootnovel. as comfortable this sign element that. passed Ken’s on Rowe Crescent.

As well, it had a great depiction of strong It they didn’t exactly gethouse less confronting though post on faced socialwith media positive mother-daughter relationships. becauseAthen we’re a UKsaw thatmany is under comments, with the family saying Ken (picturedHowever, by the end I felt like I was running complete government control. right, outside hisgoing home)missing, loved the show offor birthday at full speed and someone pulled the cord on Teenage girls are the rules haps there’ll be a sequel! support and lots of toots were heard throughout pregnant women are getting more and more my treadmill.

I haven’t read The Handmaids Tale but I think the day.

It ended somewhat abruptly but I’m not sure strict and even then police don’t feel trustworthy. those who liked the show, at least, will enjoy this.

Happy birthday Ken. I’ll admit that for a lot of this I felt like I was more was needed either.

This is my first five star read of the year.

Maybe I was just craving an epilogue, or per-

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Clean Up Australia Day

May 26 is National Sorry Day, a day to acknowledge and recognise members of the Stolen Generations. Many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have been affected, either directly or indirectly, by this terrible part of our history.

Don’t forget the Two Wells Football and Netball Club is taking part in the national Clean Up Australia 31 is World No Tobacco Day. Tobacco Day eventMay on Sunday March 6. use is an important risk factor for the develStarting at 10am the event will encompass not opment of coronary heart disease, stroke and only the oval and vascular netball courts but also the adjacent peripheral disease.

The international BMX track, bowling club and open area behind day will focus on the impact tobacco has onthe sporting A sausage will be offered to theprecinct. cardiovascular healthsizzle of people worldwide. those who If youparticipate. are thinking of quitting but need some So support, grab your callgloves, Quitlinesturdy on 137 shoes 848. and tongs, and head along to the oval to do your bit for the environment.

LET’S CHAT…WITH BEC & NAT LET’S CHAT…WITH BEC & NAT

Talking about something controversial

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Successful summer reading challenge This year 47 children successfully completed the library’s Summer Reading Club challenge of reading at least 10 books over the summer holidays.

An afternoon tea celebration was held at the Two Wells Village Green on Wednesday 23 February, attended by over 30 people.

Mayor Mark Wasley presented the children with a signed certificate and book prize to celebrate their reading achievement.

Afterwards there was plenty of cake and other sweet treats to be enjoyed from the bakery.

It was great to be able to hold this event in the Village Green, as last year we weren’t able to have an afternoon tea celebration due to COVID.

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ISABELLA CARBONE FOR Balaklava gardener Ann Phillis, establishing a bountiful garden in the heat of the Plains has been a process of trial and error.

The Hayfield Plains resident arrived in town a little over a year ago in the peak of summer and has spent time transforming the garden from a desolate space with gravel, cement and singular rosebush into a thriving yard.

A key part of this transformation has been establishing microclimates around the garden by planting taller vegetation that create shade and modify the wind so more plants can survive.

After watching how the sun traverses the garden throughout the day, another key technique Ann implemented is selective placement of plants to shield them from the elements or position them in a warm spot to help them thrive.

Ann’s garden is full of interesting plants, vegetables and berries that you might not find in the common Mid North garden.

Firstly, she likes to grow new guinea bean, which is neither from New Guinea nor a bean, as she informed the Plains Producer.

Rather, it is a fast growing vine from the pumpkin family that produces long, zucchini-like fruit.

“They taste like zucchini and they’re very delicious,” Ann said.

“I’ve been able to grow them on the east and western side of the house so I get some shade and create some green corridors, and help reduce the heat in the house.

“Plus I get something edible and they produce beautiful flowers.”

Additionally, she also grows perennial tulsi basil, a prime plant for pollinators due to its year-round flowering, and “delicious and nutritious” madagascar bean.

Superfood hero goji berries have been trained along the fence so it stays warm in winter. The long-stemmed bushy plant features stunning purple flowers and produces delicious red berries in the summer and autumn seasons.

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DURDIN & Forgie Funerals and parent company Taylor & Forgie is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to help you when your loved one passes away.

We have an after-hours team available should the unforeseen occur during the night, on the weekend or a public holiday – it is important to call us as soon as possible so we can guide you through what needs to be done.

If an expected death occurs at home (ie palliative care), the deceased person must be certified ‘life is extinct’ by any doctor or duly qualified paramedic, and the treating doctor must be willing to supply a death certificate.

For all accidents, or an unexpected death at home, and a doctor is unable to sign a death certificate, police must be notified.

The deceased person may then be examined by the State Coroner’s department. We can liaise with the coroner’s office to discuss transfer of your loved one into our care.

It is current practice for nursing staff in aged care facilities to ask families to nominate a Funeral Director when the person is admitted.

When a death occurs, the nursing staff will contact the doctor and the Funeral Director you have chosen, who will then liaise with you.

And should your loved one pass away when interstate or overseas, please contact us and we will then liaise with the appropriate authorities and make enquiries on your behalf.

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Damien said he “feels privileged to be able to do this last thing for the person who has passed away; to build a beautiful everlasting monument.”

Servicing the Clare Valley, Mid North and surrounds, Karen enjoys building a relationship with clients and hearing not only about their loved one, but also about their family’s history in the region.

She’ll do her best to provide guidance and support as she assists the family in choosing a monument that’s a fitting tribute to their loved one.

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Coping with reminders after loss

or a visit with friends or loved ones during times when you’re likely to feel alone or be reminded of your loved one’s death. Reminisce about your relationship. Focus on the good things about your relationship with your loved one and the time you had together, rather than the loss. Write a letter to your loved one or a note about some of your good memories. You can add to this note anytime. Start a new tradition.

Make a donation to a charitable organisation in your loved one’s name on birthdays or holidays, or plant a tree in honour of your loved one.

Connect with others.

Draw friends and loved ones close to you, including people who were special to your loved one. Find someone who’ll encourage you to talk about your loss. Stay connected to your usual support systems, such as spiritual leaders and social groups. Consider joining a bereavement support group. Allow yourself to feel a range of emotions. It’s okay to be sad and feel a sense of loss, but also allow yourself to experience joy and happiness. As you celebrate special times, you might find yourself both laughing and crying.

GRIEF doesn’t magically end at a certain point after a loved one’s death, according to staff at the Mayo Clinic.

When a loved one dies, you might be faced with grief over your loss again and again — sometimes even years later.

Feelings of grief might return on the anniversary of your loved one’s death or other special days throughout the year.

These feelings, sometimes called an anniversary reaction, aren’t necessarily a setback in the grieving process. They’re a reflection that your loved one’s life was important to you.

To continue on the path toward healing, know what to expect — and how to cope with reminders of your loss.

Reminders can be anywhere

Certain reminders of your loved one might be inevitable, such as a visit to the loved one’s grave, the anniversary of the person’s death, holidays, birthdays or new events you know he or she would have enjoyed. Even memorial celebrations for others can trigger the pain of your own loss.

Reminders can also be tied to sights, sounds and smells — and they can be unexpected. You might suddenly be flooded with emotions when you drive by the restaurant your partner loved or when you hear your child’s favorite song.

What to expect when grief returns The course of grief is unpredictable. Anniversary reactions can last for days at a time or — in more extreme cases — much longer.

During an anniversary reaction you might experience the intense emotions and reactions that you first experienced when you lost your loved one, including: Anger, Anxiety, Crying spells, Depression, Fatigue or lack of energy, Guilt, Loneliness, Pain, Sadness, Trouble sleeping.

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to feel sadness when you’re confronted with reminders of your loved one’s death. As you continue healing, take steps to cope with reminders of your loss. For example: Be prepared. Anniversary reactions are normal. Knowing that you’re likely to experience anniversary reactions can help you understand Tips to cope with reawakened grief them and even turn them into opportunities for Even years after a loss, you might continue healing. Plan a distraction. Schedule a gathering

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THE Balaklava Gliding club-house, bunkhouse and Club is eagerly searching for caravan park have been built. new members as it continues Two winches were also built. to fly into the future.

All of this work, and the The club was founded continuing maintenance of in 1953 and was originally aircraft, airfield and facilities, known as the Clare Soaring is carried out “in-house” by Club. members.

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The club at present owns six gliders, all fibreglass, three of them two seaters.

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Double Cohort; No Trouble AT Balaklava High School, we were very excited to welcome the only double cohort of Year 7 and Year 8 students on February 2, as they arrived on their first day at High School for face-to-face lessons.

Moving Year 7s into high school has been one of the most significant reforms in South Australian education to date.

At BHS, we are proud to offer our double cohort not only access to specialist subjects and teachers and brand new, state of art facilities, but also our future-focused middle school that has been developed in conjunction with staff, students and families over the past two years.

During this time our team went through a review of our existing middle school practices and ways in which we could build on our current practices, expand them and create new aspects.

As a result of this review, we have limited the number of teachers our Year 7 and 8 students have, we have revitalised our integrated learning approach, given our Year 9 students choice in their subject offerings and we have made room for students to explore personal areas of interest through our new studios.

It’s easy for us to say how good our programs are and how smooth the transition from primary school to high school has been for the students, but we don’t expect you to take our word for it.

Let’s hear what the Year 7 and Year 8

students thought of it themselves.

Year 8 student Abby Sullivan thought, “it was an easy transition from primary to high school because we came as a large group with all our friends from Year 7.

“As a Year 8 it’s great because we are not the youngest in the school.”

Year 7 student Rhylee Berry also found the transition to be an easy one.

“Having all the Year 7s and 8s start at the same time has helped me be more confident and has made the last three days so much easier than I thought,” he said.

“I’m looking forward to being able to have more options and subject choices. When I finish high school, I am hoping to work in age care or as a nurse in a hospital.”

Rhylee’s classmate Ben Newton was also pleased with the move to secondary school, “High School teachers have an excellent knowledge of their subject and, as a Year 7 student, it’s been a great experience to learn HPE, Tech Studies, Maths and Science already.

“I’m also looking forward to doing Agriculture and Visual Arts. When I finish high school, I am hoping to be a mechanic or a miner.”

With the arrival of the Year 7s to High School, we have expanded our teaching staff and were very pleased to welcome experts Miss Ashleigh Leonello (Local and Global Perspectives (LGP), Digital Technologies and Home Ec), Mrs Laura Hadley (LGP, HPE)

The class of 8B are ready to succeed this year at Balaklava High School. and Miss Eva D’Alboy (French and LGP) to the team.

They have much to offer our in the middle school and are leading the Year 7 group.

Laura Hadley, Year 7 Homegroup Teacher, believes Year 7s are high school ready and will benefit from the expertise of specialised teaching staff.

“As a teaching group, we have been extremely impressed with how all the students in Year 7 have transitioned into high school,” she said.

“Given it was an unusual start to the year they have settled in positively and are adjusting to the new routines confidently.

“It is great to see students from various

primary schools mingling and making new friends.

“With a teaching group new to the school leading the Year 7 students, it has been impressive to see how we all bring various strengths and skills from our work with students in the primary setting into the High School.”

Our double cohort of students have settled in well due to a strong and well supported transition program and they are enjoying getting to know their peers, their teachers and their new surroundings.

As a site we have a strong foundation to continue to inspire and support our students to thrive and the excel today to challenge the future.

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Dedicated regional student centre BAROSSA Campus is a dedicated regional student centre, that welcomes students from all universities and higher education.

It offers great spaces to study, connect with other students, find out about internships, scholarships, local jobs, mentoring and other opportunities.

It has fantastic internet speeds, good coffee, easy parking, anytime access (for registered users) connected with industry and is located at Beckwith Park in Nuriootpa.

There is no cost for students to use this centre and its resources if living or studying in the regions of Adelaide Plains, Light, Barossa or Gawler.

This centre is operated by Regional Development Australia Barossa Gawler Light Adelaide Plains with financial support of the Australian Government and local industry.

Here at Barossa Campus, we understand students need to feel comfortable, have a dedicated working space (distraction free), excellent connectivity and access to support when needed.

We also assist students to find internships and connections with jobs in local industry. When you study at Barossa Campus you get all of this and access to our mentors and student activities.

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One of the fantastic features of registering with Barossa Campus is the flexibility of having afterhours access. This means you can study when it is right for you.

We have many students that are balancing work, family, and study.

Having the convenience of being able to access campus at anytime of day, night or weekend has meant this balancing act is much more achievable.

It also works exceptionally well for on campus students returning home for the weekend or students on placement here in the region. Such as Julie D’Agostino and Breanna Nield who have currently moved into Nuriootpa for a nine week placement.

“This is a great space where you can get in the right mindset and achieve a good workflow,” Breanna said.

“Campus feels approachable, for someone new to the area it is comfortable and has a wonderful set up, with different rooms and spaces.”

March 2 Barossa Campus is holding a virtual open day. This will give anyone the opportunity to jump online to see our facility, meet the staff, ask questions, and find out how Barossa Campus can assist in your learning journey. Throughout the day there will be live presentations from partnering universities and student mentors on a variety of topics.

This will be the first year we have

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National recognition for Trinity College TRINITY College has been recognised nationally with three Excellence Awards at the 2021 Australian Education Awards in the following categories; Best Use of Technology, Best Professional Learning Program and Department Head of the Year – STEM Coordinator.

Teaching students to be successful at jobs of the future requires students to be multi-skilled and proficient in a variety of digital platforms.

The Trinity Innovation and Creativity School (TICS), a technology in teaching hub where students and teachers are challenged, encouraged, and supported in teaching and learning using cutting edge technology has produced great results.

The Australian Education Awards recognise excellence in the use of education technology by an Australian school.

When judging this category the criteria included how the technology has fulfilled a need in or outside the classroom, the impact of the technology on the school and the change management and implementation process.

As a school hub, TICS has been a testing and proving ground for a growing range of newly accessible technologies including immersive technologies, such as VR, XR, 360 Projection and computer modelling and design; presentation and performance technologies, such as podcasting and greenscreen; sports and data science technologies, such as player tracking devices and systems; along with high end design and rapid prototyping technologies, leveraging high-end Industry 4.0 additive manufacturing processes.

Students in Years 7 and 8 experience a week-long immersion program using the full suite of technologies in TICS. Teachers report significant positive impacts as a result

of the introduction of these pilot technologies, both on their parofessional practice an in student thinking.

Teachers’reflections are collated and shared as illustrations of practice.

Published research conducted with UniSA and the Trinity Institute has shown statis-

tically significant imvprovements in students’ key thinking skills, such as spatial reasoning.

This research has helped Trinity to be recognised as a most outstanding professional (staff) learning and development program or initiative implemented in an Australian school.

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THE toddlers are wandering along the sensory pathway exploring the textures under their feet, enjoying the flowery smells from the garden.

‘Orders’ have been taken and the schoolies have dashed inside to make their smoothies after a hot, busy day at school.

The under two-year-olds are snuggled in their cots or in the arms of educators for a late afternoon nap, while the Busy Bees are mixing up a colorful batch of dough for some real fun.

The preschoolers are engaged in setting up the train tracks and building, gluing and painting yet another precious gift to take home.

With the weather being so warm, the Little Ants have removed their shoes and are playing in the water trays and making mud pies.

Just another normal day at Balaklava Community Children’s Centre.

You can join us here too…vacancies are nowavailableineachagegroup,sodon’tmiss out on your opportunity to enrol for preschool or childcare. We are always keen to hear from quality educators wishing to join our caring team.

Please give us a call 8862 1251.

Further success for technical college MORE students than ever are on the fast track to apprenticeship commencements as a result of St Patrick’s Technical College’s unique model of education.

The college has experienced another successful year with over 100 apprenticeship and traineeship sign-ups, 100% SACE completion, and over 1200 apprenticeship commencements since opening its doors.

Situated in Edinburgh North, the college continues to pave the way in providing industry and businesses with exceptional student candidates for apprenticeship and traineeship opportunities producing a talent-pool of young people ready to commence their careers.

A purpose-built technical school, the college delivers an alternative educational model for students in Years 10 to 12 interested in pursuing a trade career.

The curriculum has been developed specifically to support pre-vocational training, with an educational model allowing for complete integration of SACE and VET. Principal Danny Deptu-

St Patrick’s Technical College records another outstanding year of student success.

St Patrick’s Technical College records another outstanding year of student success. la says the college’s primary focus is on assisting students achieve their SACE and succeed through an apprenticeship, traineeship, or study pathway.

“What we do here at St Patrick’s Technical College is truly unique in every sense,” he says.

“Our college provides students with the education, training, real hands-on experience, and employability skills that employers crave, setting them up for positive job prospects.”

Educating thriving people, capable learners & leaders for the world God desires

Students undertake an extensive work experience program each year to gain invaluable hands-on and real work practice while exploring their trade choice or area of interest.

“Working in partnership with industry and connecting with local businesses provides our students with connections and opportunities for the best possible outcomes for employment,” he says.

“Our students are taught by a team of teachers and

trainers who assist students in developing their skills, knowledge, and abilities for employability and success in the workplace.”

Students who successfully gain an apprenticeship will either remain enrolled at the college, completing their Year 10, 11 or 12 SACE requirements as a school-based apprentice or trainee, or will choose to exit the college due to gaining a full-time apprenticeship or employment.

St Patrick’s Technical

College is South Australia’s only stand-alone Year 10 to 12 vocational education college.

Eight trade programs are available at the college – automotive, construction, electrotechnology, food and hospitality, hair and beauty, information technology, metals and engineering, and plumbing.

To learn more about St Patrick’s Technical College, visit www.stpatstech. sa.edu.au and register for a College Tour.

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As an R-9 Catholic school, St Joseph’s seeks to provide an opportunity for every student to develop to their full potential. The diverse range of learning activities offered by our professional teaching and support staff acknowledges the different learning styles & experiences of each child. We are proud of our long history, All excited by our unique learning environment & pleased Welcome! to offer you an affordable education for your child.

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Study at RDHS supports many post school pathways including: • University & TAFE • Automotive • Sciences and Humanities • Agriculture • Vocational Pathways including traineeships and apprenticeships

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College provides all-encompassing learning XAVIER College provide a wide ranging, international award-winning curriculum structure in both the junior, middle and secondary years, with students experiencing all subjects and school facilities to help them identify their strengths and interests.

To enable them to successfully navigate the curriculum, we have targeted literacy and numeracy classes, which target individual needs in these vitally important key capabilities.

We also use authentic project-based learning pedagogies, with specially trained teachers to provide students with essential skills in preparation for the research rich curriculum activities at senior secondary school.

Underpinning these pedagogies of teaching and learning is the Salesian ethos with the foundational notion of teachers building authentic relationships with their students and modelling a pedagogy of kindness.

This is central to what Xavier College is about.

We are at an exciting

time at Xavier College with the opening of our Two Wells campus in 2021 and our move into Years 7 and 8 at Two Wells beginning in 2022.

Our Evanston Campus offering Reception to Year 6 will begin in 2023.

This growth enables us to expand our current middle school curriculum, pedagogies and structures and investigate further ways of improving and expanding our opportunities for students while exploring ways of taking advantage of soon having three campuses.

Our dedicated and talented team of teachers, curriculum leaders and house directors are continually aiming to improve our already successful curriculum through research, exploring best practices for curriculum, pedagogy, equipment and facilities, so that we can ensure that Xavier College, one school, three campuses, remains at the pinnacle of a quality Catholic Education as we move into this next exciting phase of our journey.

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Attention all NDIS school leavers ARE you eligible for NDIS funding and commented. have recently left school or are leaving this The School Leaver Employment Supyear? ports program helps school leavers develop Clare Valley Enterprises’ School Leaver confidence, self-esteem, motivation and the Employment Supports program will help you capacity to work. navigate the pathway to employment.

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Virginia United is after you Virginia United Soccer Club’s Under 14 team needs you.

Competition starts in just a few weeks and the club, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary year, is seeking more players to fill its roster.

Coach Renae Warner brings a wealth of experience to the field and is looking forward to the season ahead.

“We currently have eight players registered and require 12 or more to comfortably field a team,” Renee said.

“We have several returning players as well as some new players and we look forward to building their skills and fitness throughout the season.”

The mixed team trains on Tuesday nights

from 6.30pm at the club’s homebase behind the Virginia Community Centre.

Games are played on Sunday mornings in the Elizabeth and Districts Junior Soccer Association.

Children born in either 2008 or 2009 are encouraged to give the much-loved sport a try, with the club welcoming all levels of experience.

Registrations are conducted online at www. virginiaunitedsc.com.au where the state government’s $100 sports vouchers for school aged children up to Year 9 can be used.

For more information checkout the Virginia United Soccer Club Facebook page, contact Alana Bombardieri on 0466 447 011 or email virginiaunitedsc@gmail.com

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Jess ready to make Roosters crow JACK HUDSON FORMER state league netballer Jess Wilson has taken up the job of coaching Two Wells in the Adelaide Plains competition.

Wilson had played recently in the Barossa, Light & Gawler Netball Association with successful stints at both Willaston and Barossa District, claiming multiple premierships.

However, she’s looking forward to hopefully adding to her trophy cabinet off the court.

“Coaching will be a new role for me,” she told the Two Wells Echo.

“I’m looking forward to the evxperience, I’m pretty nervous but excited at the same time.

“I have lots of support around me from my family and the club so I can focus on developing myself as a coach.”

While coaching is a new experience for the former Donnybrook and Bulldog, Wilson has had plenty of talented coaches at her disposal and she’s learned a bit from them.

“I’ve had many knowledgeable and tough coaches during my playing time and the one thing that resonates is ‘you play how you train’,” she said.

“This was instilled very early on in my state league playing years and not much has changed since then.

“I’m a very competitive person by nature so my dedication and commitment to training well is as important as playing well on game day.”

Wilson, who plays predominantly in the mid-court, will play at the club as well, but it’s undecided what grace.

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finalised for this season, I will be playing somewhere but it will all depend on where I am placed,” she said.

The APNA isn’t an unfamiliar environment for the new coach as she’s got plenty of connections at the club.

“I have friends and family playing at the club in both netball and football so I have enjoyed coming out to watch them for the past five or so years,” she said.

“In that time, Two Wells has been a family friendly club with plentyofsuccesswhichmademy decision to play here easy in the end.

“I could also attribute my playing at the club to Leah and Tim Clifton,their persistence and persuasion over a few late nights and homemade ciders paid off.”

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Equestrian Club enjoys first event of 2022 Amy Ryan and her horse Marilyn.

ON Sunday, January 30, the committee, members and casual riders of Adelaide Plains Equestrian Club gathered their horses and Robyn Champion’s horse Ollie traded the shell grit arena at Lewiston for the having a splash at Pt Parham. gorgeous atmosphere of the Port Parham coast.

Horses enjoyed splashing in the water and rolling in the sand, whilst their riders couldn’t wipe the smiles off their faces.

It was a beautiful morning with the sun shining and the water glistening, followed by a delicious morning tea and chatter amongst all the participants.

Adelaide Plains Equestrian Club send thanks to the locals of Port Parham for their warm hospitality, the Adelaide Plains Council and to all event-goers who enjoyed themselves and left the foreshore and float parking in tidy conditions.

For all club news and upcoming events visit adelaideplainsequestrianclub.weebly.com or Elise Panetta Zerner riding Alaska at Lauren Mathews on Rocket and Maddison Lamph on Juno enjoyed the beach ride. find us on Facebook.

APEC’s first event for 2022.

Overnight camp for Equestrian and Pony Club TWO Wells Equestrian and Pony Club held its popular twilight Freshman’s showjumping days earlier this year but with a difference.

The first date on Friday, January 21 included an overnight camp open to all members and parents.

Riders and their parents camped on the arena with their ponies and horses stabled nearby.

This allowed some of the younger riders to experience camping at a ‘show’ without the stress of being far from home or in a new environment.

Despite the warm weather and high humidity many riders enjoyed the jumping session, held from late afternoon to early evening and starting with poles on the ground.

Riders also attended the following day, where more showjumping was held through rain and humidity with great perseverance shown all around.

Friday, January 28 had the highest attendance where riders from all over the state jumped show jump rounds one again from poles on the ground to one metre, many pushing themselves to try a new height than usual or using it to expose young horses to the club environment.

Next on the events calendar for the club is its tetrathlon on March 6 followed by its popular gymkhana on April 3.

To keep up to date with all the club’s news and events visit www.twepc.com.au

Alix Bell encourages her niece Amaliah Bell as they tackle the showjumping course together.

TWEPC president Pentti Puro plays it up for the camera after a successful round.

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Small field but sharp shooting ON Sunday, February 13, Lower North Gun Club held its monthly shooting event.

Around 15 shooters attended; lower numbers than expected but with the state carnival happening the week before it was not surprising plus the weather was predicted to be quite hot.

We had attendees from gun clubs across the state including Mallala, International, Broken Hill, SAGC and of course, Lower North.

During the presentation, club president Barry Duncan thanked all the volunteer helpers, including Pamela in the kitchen, John and Sue in the office and those who helped referee, score and fill the traps during the day.

The raffle winner was Bernie Greenshields, who took home the much sought after major prize.

Although the numbers were down, it was a great shoot; the flies were very friendly and the comradery during the day was excellent, with everyone having a great day.

After the presentation the club held its AGM. Barry Duncan was again elected president, Sue Byrnes secretary, Amy Shipton treasurer, and Pamela Duncan, canteen manager, with Greg Tapscott elected to the committee taking over from Adrian Matschoss.

Congratulations to all elected.

Unfortunately after all the formalities, Barry announced that the lease on the club was not going to be renewed.

At this stage, our last event will be our September anniversary shoot.

The club will be discussing its future at the next shooting event on April 3.

Stay tuned.

For more information contact Barry Duncan 0419 849 993.

Results

Event 1: 25 target Handicap 1st – Trevor Wedding (Mallala) 29/30, 2nd First place in Event 1 was Trevor Wedding (left) pictured here with Max Pontifex.

Bob Cook (SAGC) 28/30, 3rd Ricky Jones (Broken Hill) 27/29.

Event 2: Pr Two Wells Deauville doubles OPEN 1st Dino Oliviero (Inter) 21/21 & Brian Mudge (Inter) 21/21, 2nd Pino Marmorale (Inter) 20/21 and Greg Tapscott (Lower North) 20/21.

Event 3: 50 target Two Wells DB Championship OPEN 1st Dino Oliviero (Inter) 50/50 AA 1st Dino Oliviero (Inter) 50/50, 2nd Ricky Jones (Broken Hill) 49/40 A 1st Bob Cook (SAGC) 49/50 B 1st Pino Marmorale (Inter) 49/50, 2nd Antony Panazzolo (Inter) 48/50 C 1st Sue Byrnes (Lower North) 47/50, 2nd Barry Duncan (Lower North) 46/50 HIGH GUN OPEN 1st Ricky Jones (Broken Hill) 86/88 VETERAN 1st Bob Cook (9SAGC) 85/88

Helping to organise the raffle prizes was Newly re-elected LNGC secretary Sue Byrnes was first in C grade.

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Virginia United secure pre-season win JOEY BAGNATO AND JOHN KALKANIS Virginia United Soccer Club is well into its pre-season, with the club’s senior men’s teams taking on Modbury Vista in two friendly matches on Sunday February 21.

The Reserves started strongly and dominated play early.

They took the lead through James Dimasi off a well worked corner.

Some good goalkeeping from Jarod Faulkner kept the sides 1-1 at half time.

Virginia played the whole second half with a man down but kept fighting to equalise through Andre Neto and grind out a 2-2 draw.

In the First’s trial, the guys got off to a slow start with two goals scored against them in the first 15 minutes.

To the boys credit they didn’t give up and quickly got a goal back through Dom Paps.

Just before the break Brodie got on the end of a cross and Virginia went into the break 2-2.

The second half saw Virginia take the game on, scoring quickly through Vangeli lioulios.

Brodie got our 4th, and brilliant team play saw Josh score our 5th; the boys coming away with a hard fought win 5-2.

Virginia United Soccer Club offers teams catering for ages three years old and up.

While all junior teams, except the U14s, are full, there is still availability for children aged 3-5 years to join.

The club’s women’s team are currently working hard in pre-season and would also welcome any new players looking for some social soccer, fun and fitness.

Contact Alana Bombardieri on 0466 447 011 for more information or look them up on Facebook.

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Josh Nugent and Dom Dimasi in action for Virginia United.

Barbecue and bowling - what a combo

A new addition to the Two Wells Bowling Club premises has been lauded by members and also visiting clubs.

The new barbecue area completed earlier this year is being well utilised and other clubs have asked about its construction and suppliers used.

The idea was first suggested by club member Bev Molloy, many years ago, but with funds being reserved for the synthetic greens it was put on the back burner.

With the greens now installed, a small group of members put in many hours to make the area come to fruition.

A bequest left to the club, by the late Bill Milton, funded the purchase of the barbecue.

The bowling Pennant season is drawing to a close.

The women’s team will be playing finals, holding top position on the ladder for most of the season.

With a minimal number of players, towards the end of the season, the women have had to Paul Candlish, Chris Gill, Ken Gill, Ian Campbell, Ben Smith, Craig Cahill, Ian Brown, call on a couple of men, to fill the gaps and qualify for finals.

David Thompson by the new barbecue.

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two sides just outside of the four.

The first side is in fifth spot, only eight points between them and second place.

The third side is also in fifth spot, 13 points out of the four.

The Wednesday men’s teams are not doing so well and are both 9th on the ladder.

This year our new bowlers have done very well with Trevor Jacka and his team including Mal Collins and Adrian Daly having nine wins and two draws.

Congratulations to the finalists of the 100 up and President’s 2 bowl singles tournaments.

The Handicap singles will be played on March 11 and 18.

The finals for these three events will be played on the one night while the Club Championship singles will be played on March 26 and 27.

The club is always looking for new players and bowls offers great opportunities, not only to be active, but also to meet new people and play competitively or socially.

It is a sport for all ages, especially young people, with competitions for under 18s to represent the state.

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Young tennis stars continue to impress STACEY GAMEAU Hot Shots at Two Wells District Tennis Club has been up and running for a few weeks now and is going great.

The kids just keep improving under the guidance of coach Wombat, and it’s lovely to see.

We had even more kids start this term, which is amazing to see; our club has a huge amount of tennis members now.

All junior tennis teams have had a great couple of weeks back.

The first week all matches were played at home.

It was amazing to see all of the red tops out on the courts. We had to start the games early due to the condition of the 6th court.

The parents and children all did a fantastic job to ensure we started early, and the morning ran smoothly. We still have most teams in the top three.

A lot of kids have grown and improved over the Christmas holidays, so the top spots are still up for grabs.

We are looking forward to the last few minor round games before the finals on March 19.

Social Saints & Sinners tennis has started again with a few new faces which is great to see.

The new format of two doubles has been really enjoyed by everyone and there’s lots of fun and games had by all.

We hope to see some more faces around again when we start back up again later in the year.

Our senior tennis team is going along really well (ready Andy’s great report below).

They have their eyes firmly set on their finals campaign. They are training most Thursday nights and some also play in the Saints and Sinners competition on Tuesdays. The team had a big win against Willaston United under lights on Friday February 18.

The final score was Two Wells 14 sets 90 games to Willaston United 2 sets 33 games.

They also had a huge win against the other Willaston team the week before finishing with Two Wells 14 sets 93 games to Willaston 2 sets 57 games.

If you are interested in learning

more about junior tennis contact Stacey Gameau on 0407 189 139 or president Marie Tapscott on 0419 838 929.

Alternatively, contact the club through its Facebook page.

Senior’s Round 11 Wrap-up by Andy Rowe Two Wells vs Willaston Two Wells 14 sets 93 games to Willaston 2 sets 57 games Well what a performance by all.

We were looking forward to playing Willaston this week after our last encounter ended with two teams enjoying a summer rain stand-off, with no result.

This week we swapped the rain for some warm summer sun and the usual amount of flies.

Strange....the bull ants seemed like they were off on holiday.

The nets were all adjusted to their correct heights, most of the players had arrived, ball canister’s popping; we were ready for our first battle of the new year.

Doubles Jake and Dale went about their normal business, however there were some “Oh Dale, c’mon’s” coming from the court. I’m presuming Dale was adjusting to swinging his racquet in style again after his break.

Jake as normal just quietly performed like the smirking assassin.The duo won 6-3.

Craig and Andy were on song working well together and keeping the correct score along the way.

I’m sure it will become more faultless as we get some more games in. These guys won 6-4.

Chantelle and Pug brushed away their opponents.

Pug seemed to enjoy running back and forth quite a bit and Chantelle was dusting off the cobwebs and getting better as the game went on. The pair won 6-4.

Lex and Tanika actually had a great game.

A few close line calls unfortunately went the opposition’s way.

Did this game go the other way? You would never have known if you were watching as both Lexie and Tanika looked to be hitting the ball very well.

The girls performed very well but went down 2-6.

Singles We had a great effort here by all players, winning seven out of the eight sets.

Brenton was on court for a huge battle.

He was such a long time we thought he was declaring squatters rights.

Coming back from 0-4 down, to win 6-4 it was a great win which left him a little red faced and “in need of a well deserved beverage”.

Lex was in another battle on show court three. With overwhelming but well behaved crowd support, her game was neck and neck all the way through.

The crowd and Lexie were all smiles breaking the serve and coming away with a well deserved 6-4 win.

Dale was in a very tight match with Paul finally coming away on top with a 7-5 win.

Must have been a fair amount of exercise going on as water boy Andy was called on to replenish his fluid stocks mid match.

Hats off to Dale, always the coach, taking time out of his intense match on a TWDTC senior team members, from left (back) Dale McDonald, Andy crucial point to teach some tennis equity. Rowe, Jake Foubister, Brenton Prior, (front) Graham “Pug” Phillips, Jake, Craig and Andy breezed through Lexie Bastiaens, Craig Manuel and Chantelle Micallef. their singles, 6-1, 6-1, 6-2.

Craig’s serve back on song after a few tips from a visiting past long-haired player.

Tanika went down in a hard fought battle, 4-6 but again, playing some really good tennis and it could have gone either way.

Chantelle, the queen of the court in a very tight battle of her own, with her mascot as always on the side-lines, willing her on.

What a mammoth set, great result coming away with the win 7-5.

Reverse Doubles The assassin and the Queen had the closest battle coming away with a 7-5 win.

Dale and Pug looked the goods.

Dale showed some good net strokes as I looked over each time, winning 6-2.

Craig was letting Lex do all the hard work coming away with a 6-3 win.

Tanika and Andy seemed to breeze through their set in style.

Tanika was awesome at the net hitting winners everywhere.

Two Wells Netball Club president Kim Howat is looking forward A good win by this combination who worked together well to win 6-2. to season 2022.

It was great to be back on the court again this year, always an enjoyable day and a great team.

Sporting club promotes pride and progress TWNC PRESIDENT KIM HOWAT

Ready to serve is Ashlyn Wearn for Two Wells juniors.

Rising junior star Lexie Bastiaens prepares to Taking to the court for the senior team last month serve. was Jake Foubister.

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THE first thing you notice when you walk into the Two Wells Football and Netball Sporting Club is a sense of history and community.

It was those things that drew myself and my family to being a part of the club.

My son and daughter have both played netball and football for many years and I’ve been involved in netball for over two decades.

After being a part of metropolitan clubs for a long time, three years ago we realised we were missing that sense of community.

That’s when we decided to make the move to Two Wells Football and Netball Sporting Club.

Having been welcomed with open arms, my first year at the club I was a parent and spectator and was lucky enough to watch my son win a football premiership.

After a year of no netball in the Adelaide Plains Netball Association in 2020 due to Covid, when netball resumed in 2021 I coached the Two Wells 17 & Under netball team and joined the netball club.

That season saw our 13Bs and A2s make it to a grand final, and A5s, 17s and 15s also see finals action after a lot

of hard work, injuries and dedication.

I’m honoured to have been appointed president of the netball club for season 2022.

Jess Wilson has been appointed the A1 head coach and brings to the role a desire and passion to develop and build new training programs.

This year in netball at Two Wells we are so lucky to be building on the wonderful volunteers we already had.

We have had an abundance of talented people put their hands up to coach both seniors and juniors.

Moving forward, coaches are being offered further training and we are working towards having all coaches being qualified or achieving a higher qualification than they already hold.

As a club we are also building on having better set play structure, umpire development, drill sharing between coaches and making sure that every member of our club feels inspired to achieve their best.

Two Wells is booming in population and as a club today we are building for tomorrow.

We aim to ensure Two Wells Football and Netball Sporting Club is one that promotes a sense of pride but also adaptation to move forward and have great success in 2022 and beyond.

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Hat-trick heroics for young Logan BEC O’BRIEN NOT many cricketers can claim to have taken a hat-trick on the field.

Like the elusive hole in one for golf, a hat-trick is an impressive stat for cricket lovers anywhere.

For Two Wells lad Logan Clifton, it is an accomplishment he has managed at just 13 years of age.

The feat was made even more special in that Logan also recorded a five-wicket haul in the same match.

The Xavier College Two Wells Year 8 student started Milo Blasters cricket when he was four years old before progressing to the Under 12 team at 10 years of age.

He currently plays for Northern Districts Cricket Club in the Under 16 White competition after starting with the Jets’ development squad in season 2019/20.

Cricket is a family affair with Logan’s parents Leah and Tim, as well as his two younger brothers all keen to pick up a bat or ball and get involved.

“I just love the game in all formats,” he said.

“It’s something the family all enjoys watching and playing.”

A dedicated spin bowler Logan says the hat-trick was a special moment and took place on January 29 at The Paddocks Hard Wicket where he played against Port Adelaide in the Under 14 Reds’ team.

“I was concentrating on just bowling the ball in the right spot,” he said.

“The first one was caught at square leg, then the second was caught at mid-off and the third was caught by the keeper.

“It was pretty awesome.”

Loving cricket in all its forms, Logan says he looks up to Australian cricketer Nathan Lyon as he also bowls spin and they play at the same number 10 position.

“I’d love to be able to play the highest level I can, ideally for the Redbacks one day,” he said.

“For now though, I love playing the game with my mates on a Saturday morning at Two Wells and Sunday’s with Pooraka in the North Eastern Junior Cricket Association’s Under 14’s competition.”

Also a keen footballer and with an interest in fishing, Logan has a bright Thirteen-year-old Logan Clifton achieved his first hat trick on January 29. future ahead of him.

Captain, leader, legend - Pogas makes history

Angle Vale Cricket Club captain Jon Pogas played his 300th game early last month.

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ANGLE Vale Cricket Club captain Jon Pogas made history early last month when he became the first to play 300 games for the club.

The 34-year-old was a part of the club’s first season more than two decades ago and, while his 300th game was ended in a loss, he was still proud to reach the milestone.

“I’ve played a lot of cricket,” he said.

“This is my 21st season, from juniors at 13, 14-years-old and then seniors for about 17 years, all of those A-grade.

“It was a pretty bad game, we didn’t get a win. But it was good to be the first one from the club to be there, especially being one of the first to play in the first game the club played in. To be there, 300 was really cool.”

Pogas said that while he’d played 20 straight years of cricket with the club, he wasn’t about to halt any time soon.

“I’ve never had a year off and it’s kind of become a little bit of a second home and I feel like it’s my club,” he

said.

“I’m 34, I still feel like I’ve got a few years left in me of social cricket, still playing A-grade now.

“But I still look at this as something that I can’t really give up.”

As it is with most country sports, his mates are what keep him pulling on the pads each week.

“A lot of the guys in my team have played over 200 games as well,” he said.

“A lot of us have come through all together, so it’s pretty hard to get away from that when we’re all still playing.

“We won a division one flag in 14/15. That was definitely the highlight because we got promoted that year.

“The premiership’s obviously the best thing.

“We’ve played in a lot of grand finals and lost them, we’ve been pretty competitive for most of my career, especially in the ones I think we’ve only missed finals probably three times in 11 years.”

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