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Kelpie muster announces new date The Australian Kelpie Muster has announced a new date, moving from its traditional home of the June Long Weekend to October 24 & 25. Postponing the two day event, hosted in Casterton, and incorporating the Working Dog Auction and associated festival events, is a bid by organisers to hopefully still be able to draw the usual nationwide crowd that descend on the South West Victorian town to enjoy everything from the art exhibitions, poetry readings, street parade, Kelpie Triathlon and the showcase Working Dog Auction. Casterton Kelpie Association president Karen Stephens said the new date would be a one-off and the event’s 25th anniversary, set to be celebrated in 2021, would return to the June Long Weekend fixture. “Like many regional festivals and events, we have made the decision to reschedule the Australian Kelpie Muster to a new Spring date in the

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hope that the event will run in its full capacity when the community recovers,” Mrs Stephens said. “Our committee is hopeful that this three month buffer will provide enough extension for the impacts of the pandemic to subside, however we will continue to consult with the State Government and take the latest advice.” While the new date has been set in the hope of the usual bumper crowds to attend the Casterton event, the committee is working to ensure, whatever the circumstances, the festival can proceed. “We are working through a number of mock scenarios at the moment to ensure our festival can continue in some capacity in 2020 and provide the important economic and social benefits it brings to the Casterton community and the broader Glenelg Shire,” she said. “Whilst we may be welcoming a Victoria only crowd, technology means

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Street Parade we can still cater for our interstate friends. The Auction-plus website was used in 2019 with a number of bidders and buyers at their computers eager to watch the action. We anticipate this will play an even bigger role at this year’s events, and we are investigating more social digital channels to help share the action with our loyal followers. People travel thousands of kilometres each year, booking out accommodation, cafes and restaurants to be part of our beloved festival and we want to ensure, whilst things not to be returned to normal in 2020, everyone can feel connected in some way.” This year’s Working Dog Auction is anticipated to surpass $3million in

total accumulated revenue since the event first kicked off in 1997. It was as recently as 2018 that the Casterton auction held the world record for its $22,000 top price for a dog, and over the past 24 years, it has held a number of world records at what is Australia’s pre-eminent working dog event. “People love the iconic Kelpie working dog and we are committed to ensuring the festivities will be maintained for 2020,” Mrs Stephens said. “It might be on a new date, but we can assure the Casterton community is united to deliver as much colour, fun and frivolity with a full schedule of events.”

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Limestone Coast residents place on forests for reasons beyond biodiversity such as shelter for native animals, areas of recreation, building resources and employment. Film panellist and a member of OneFortyOne’s finance team, Megan Jones said the standard of the videos was very high. “It’s great that so many kids wanted to show the natural beauty of our forests in a way everyone can relate to,” she said.” Fellow panellist Ockert Le Roux, OneFortyOne’s Harvesting and Roading Manager said a great amount of time goes into planning, filming and editing a video. “It was such a big effort for our entrants to participate, especially with all their other commitments,” he said. “Their passion for biodiversity and the wonder of nature really came though.” Secondary category winner Molly Wild heard about the competition from friends and when it was promoted at Grant High School by VET coordinator Ms Beck she decided to give it a go. “I have been interested in filmmaking ever since I first held a GoPro at the age of eight,” Molly said. “I remember taking it down

Lights, camera, action Forests and biodiversity have been in focus for the region’s students with Grant High School student Molly Wild and Reidy Park Primary School’s Owen Lubbe taking the honours in the 2020 film competition. To celebrate the United Nation’s International Day of Forests, which was held on March 21, and inspired by the theme ‘Forests and Biodiversity: Too Precious to Lose’, OneFortyOne curates the Limestone Coast school student film competition which is now in its second year which also

saw many students entering for the second time. The competition encouraged students to create a short video that showcases the biodiversity of our local forests and in its second year received more than 30 entries from primary and secondary students starring the amazing plants and animals that live in our local forests. Entries were assessed by a four person panel for originality, creativity, time (1 minute or less) and relevance. The films highlighted the value

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to the Glenelg River with our family friends and simply filming what I saw and what I was doing. Since then I have always put up my hand to shoot videos for my schools about camps or other events and have always enjoyed trying new equipment and filming techniques to improve my skills.” And it was the Glenelg River region that formed the inspiration of Molly’s video which was filmed around Nelson. “The video I created was a compilation of local flora and fauna found in the pine forests near Nelson,” she said. “I aimed to show the incredible biodiversity found when you pay more attention and really explore from the ground, but also from above. It tells the story of what it is like to grow up with forests on our doorstep. I featured some shots of the trees from above using my Mum’s drone and the title shot using a photography technique known as light painting. Quite often I make a plan and an outline for my films but I rarely stick to them due to the unpredictability of nature. Despite this I find my films work best when improvising, as I see things I never knew was there or that are simply more beautiful in person.” Molly did win a photography competition last year but this was the first time she entered a film competition. “I have produced a couple of other films and one was displayed in Oatmill Cinema featuring beautiful locations around Australia as part of my Year 9 filmmaking course,” Molly said. “I most recently shot footage of the Grant High School bath bomb activity where students to create bath bombs to give to hard-working nurses.” And while Molly might not be looking to make a career out of film making it looks set to play a huge role in her future. “I know that the skills I’ve learnt and continue to develop will always be of an advantage, whether that comes to a multimodal assignment for school or filming an important day for my family’s keepsake, filmmaking will always be a hobby that I enjoy.” The Primary School winner Owen Lubbe was also thrilled to produce a winning entry. “I’ve had a lot of fun and it is a great honour to be a winner,” Owen said. “I hope everybody that tried can have success next time. I had great fun making it.” The videos can be found on the OneFortyOne Facebook page and www.onefortyone.com RESULTS WINNERS Primary – Owen Lubbe (Reidy Park Primary School) Secondary – Molly Wild (Grant High School) RUNNERS UP Primary – Bonny DeNys (Tenison Woods College) Secondary - Elijah Bond (St Martins Lutheran College)

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Local charity Spare Ya Change 4 Kids has secured a new home after a deal was struck with the City of Mount Gambier to make use of the City Hall kitchen as a regular base for meal preparation and storage. The new base is all part of the negotiations the charity and council have been having since late last year as the Spare Ya Change 4 Kids program looked to expand and council looked to jump on board to help with logistics, including distribution. Early this year, Spare Ya Change 4 Kids was still providing meals for Melaleuca Park School, as it had been, basically since its inception, but three other schools were looking to tap into the meal delivery program and that’s where the council stepped in with the new home base to work in conjunction with one of the program founders, Don Pratt. “I said I was happy to service the extra schools but I just couldn’t continue to do it from my kitchen,” he said. So, for one day a week, Spare Ya Change 4 Kids, will work out of the City Hall commercial kitchen, preparing meals on Monday mornings in an 8am to 12noon shift and then packing and labelling meals in an afternoon shift from 1pm to 5pm.

“After the initial conversation about using the kitchen it only took an hour to get the go ahead which was great,” Don said. “We were then able to set the wheels in motion.” At this stage the deal runs until the end of July but with the option to extend and given a home base has been one of the key challenges for the charity, the news is all good. The call for volunteers to get involved has also been a huge success, with around 50 already signing up for a shift on the Spare Ya Change 4 Kids app, which you can download by heading to the charity’s facebook page and following the link. Each shift needs five people, with six professional chefs also offering their expertise to be part of the meal preparation project, which calls the City Hall kitchen home every Monday. The aim is to build up a bank of 1000 meals, with 300 meals completed a fortnight ago with another similar batch this week. After the hard work is done on Mondays, council then takes over to distribute the meals to the four participating schools – Melaleuca Park, McDonald Park, North and Mulga Street. “Having access to both a coolroom and a freezer means we can now build up our bank of meals like we have always wanted to do,” Don said. The meals are delivered to the school’s wellbeing coordinators, even during school holidays, and they have hand delivered the meals to the students who need them most. Forming a partnership with Regional Foodbank, which is also a recent achievement, has also further secured the future of Spare Ya Change 4 Kids.

“As of this week they will be providing fresh produce and it is pretty cool to have them on board,” Don said. And while the partnerships with both the City of Mount Gambier and Regional Foodbank are critical to the ongoing success and development of the Spare Ya Change 4 Kids project, at the heart of this charity has been the overwhelming support from the community. From the generosity at last year’s major fundraising day to more recent times when facebook posts updating everyone on the latest developments saw an unprecedented outpouring of donations. “Every second day I would come outside at my house and the verandah would be covered in fresh produce,” Don said. “People would just drop off vegetables – it weas amazing and so appreciated.” Don ended up with 80kgs of potatoes, and 100kgs of carrots and onions and that really helped set up those early batches of meals. Every Monday morning now looms as a Masterchef style mystery box challenge for the morning shift as they check out the fresh produce on offer and design three or four different meals to put together for the region’s at risk children. The generosity of the community and the partnership with regional Foodbank has never been more critical, given the main funding stream to this point for Spare Ya Change 4 Kids has been the donation of bottles and cans from pubs, restaurants and cafes, that has all but dried up at the moment. The registration of the project as an official charity is still waiting to be rubber stamped but when that paperwork is finalised, which has only hit a roadblock because the recent health situation has bureaucrats dealing with more pressing issues, cash donations will also be accepted. “The community have just really embraced this program,” Don said. “And we know people will continue to be supportive through volunteering. The commitment is small but the output is huge.” Any other schools interested in tapping into the Spare Ya Change 4 Kids program should contact the City of Mount Gambier.

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Making history as art galleries go online Galleries might be closed to the public but art lovers need not despair with two community art collectives embracing online options as their new exhibition spaces. Penola based Gallery 54 and Mount Gambier’s Riddoch Art Gallery have both opted to go ahead with planned exhibitions by placing the works into an online space. Thumb Print, a group of artists working primarily as printmakers and illustrators in Mount Gambier, has made history as the Riddoch’s first online exhibition. Beautiful Enemies is the group’s latest offering - a print making exhibition that focuses on the ongoing and complicated battle we have with introduced species in Australia. And while Gallery 54’s publicity officer Chrissy Pudney had an online option in the works, the timing of the Riddoch exhibition has provided crucial intel to the hard working volunteer. Gallery 54’s exhibition Horizons, was planned to be part of the now-cancelled Penola Coonawarra Arts Festival, and so it has been revamped and renamed – New Horizons and Beyond. “The new name is a reference to not just the fact as a group we are expanding our horizons by moving the exhibition online but also the new horizons we are all facing at the moment,” she said. “The Riddoch Art Gallery exhibition has been a good one for me to look at and I am working hard to ensure our exhibition is live from May 1 as we had always planned.” And for the artists that have been working on their contributions for some time, the original thematic ideas remain.

“Horizons in the physical world is that fascinating gap between earth and sky—and the horizons in our life path looking forward, looking back where do they connect and what do they reflect about us,” Chrissy said. Ann Carpenter, Jo Fife, Jean McArthur, Anne Miles, Chrissy Pudney, Kaye Riley and Diana Wiseman are each working from home studios in their chosen media to bring a collection of new visions to be launched on the Gallery 54 website on Friday, May 1. Each artist will take photographs of each of their works and send them to Chrissy ready for her to curate the exhibition which will have a different make up to previous showings. “We are trying to make this one more uniform because of the online component,” Chrissy said. “Normally when you are hanging works in a gallery space, it has not really mattered how many pieces each artist has in the exhibition as in the end, the gallery space is filled but we want some uniformity online and so each artist is providing the same number of works.” Chrissy admits the group’s first ever online exhibition will be trial and error but she is working to upload each artists’ work as she receives them, giving her the chance to experiment what works best. The works being available for sale in the Gallery 54

exhibition has not changed and Chrissy has already created an online red dot – the traditional symbol placed on sold works. You can check out the Thumb Print Beautiful Enemies at https:// riddochartgallery.org.au/exhibit…/ beautiful-enemies/, while heading to the Gallery 54 website will take you to the New Horizons and Beyond exhibition. Visitors to the website are invited to contact via this website for any further information about the artworks. The artists are keen to communicate with the public with any questions about their work. Left - This piece by Ann Carpenter will be part of Gallery 54’s online exhibition. Below - Anne Miles’Carp is a two plate etching that forms part of the Thumb Print online exhibition on the Riddoch Art Gallery website

Committed to the Limestone Coast A childhood on a farm on the Eyre Peninsula instilled a need for quality services in regional areas in Megan Heffernan and Naracoorte has been and will continue to be the beneficiary of that passion. The occupational therapist was one of two recipients in the recent Naracoorte Lucindale Council’s Business Entrepreneurs/Innovation Fund round of funding with more than $4000 allocated to her Naracoorte based business for equipment. “The equipment I will be able to purchase with this funding will be used with children where using a movement based, sensorimotor approach is an important part of making developmental progress and working toward functional goals they have for their day-to-day life,” the occupational therapist, with 13 years experience, said. “As a mother myself, I feel families in regional areas should be able to

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“As a mother myself, I feel families in regional areas should be able to feel conﬁdent the services they can access are to a standard equal to those accessible to families living in the city.“ feel confident the services they can access are to a standard equal to those accessible to families living in the city.“ Working with children has always been her passion and being able to work so closely with a regional community is exactly where she dreamed her career would lead after she completed her studies at the University of Adelaide. She moved to Naracoorte in 2007. “I was familiar with the needs of families in rural and regional area and was always committed to working back in that setting,” Megan said. “My first position as a new graduate was primarily working with children and families in the community, and it quickly became a passion. I became acutely aware of the need for effective early intervention services that were able to work meaningfully with the whole family, understanding their unique challenges, strengths, concerns, and goals for their child.

The significance of the parent-child relationship and need to support parents where this was an area of particular difficulty or emotional distress became apparent.” Megan’s commitment saw her undertake further training in the area of parent-child attachment relationships, as well as working with children and carers where there is a history of relationship based abuse and trauma. “Part of what keeps me passionate about being a paediatric occupational therapist is the variety in the way I need to be able to support families from one session to the next, depending on the needs of that particular child and parent,” Megan said. “Areas of support often include sensory processing, emotional regulation, play, fine and gross motor skill development, school participation, handwriting, sleep, self-care and behavioural

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Medical student heads home to help Medical student Dylan Gracias has returned to his home town of Portland to play a part in easing the current national health challenges. Mr Gracias, in the third year of his medical degree at the University of Melbourne, has started in a clinical assistant role at Portland District Health (PDH) as part of the Student Assistance in Supporting Healthcare (SASH) program. SASH was launched to employ medical students in hospitals to help with medical tasks and alleviate the workload due to the current health situation. For Mr Gracias, PDH was the obvious choice. “I’m originally from Portland and moved to Melbourne to pursue study,” he said. “For the SASH program, I wanted to work in a rural setting and Portland was ideal.” Mr Gracias moved with his family to Portland around 2001, completing his primary schooling at All Saints and secondary schooling at Monivae College in Hamilton. In 2015 he moved to Melbourne to start a Bacherlor of Biomedicine while deciding whether to pursue dentistry or medicine. “I wanted to make an informed and experienced decision and decided to pursue medicine,” he said. He started his Post Graduate couse in medicine in 2018 and will finish next year. During his time in Melbourne, Mr Gracias has kept close contact with his Portland family. “I come home as much as I can; usually for all the major holidays and breaks,” he said. Mr Gracias was keen to be part of SASH to help alleviate stress on the healthcare system. “The idea is to employ and upskill medical students to support health services and to expand services where needed, so they’re prepared for the worst case scenario,” he said. “It has been happening in the city for the past few

weeks but not so many smaller rural hospitals. I took it upon myself to contact Portland District Health and put the idea to them and it worked out well.” PDH is planning to introduce an intern program next year and Mr Gracias’ role has been structured so he can help where needed while getting exposure to different facets of the rural health service. “This opportunity has allowed me to help PDH and the healthcare system, while still being extremely beneficial for my own professional development” Mr Gracias completed his clinical placements at St Vincent’s Hospital in Melbourne and could have returned there for SASH. “When I thought about it, academic teaching is online so there’s no need to be in Melbourne currently and I’d prefer to come back to the country. Portland was always my first preference.” After graduating, Mr Gracias hopes to return to a rural destination, with Portland a high priority. “I’ve been surprised by the breadth of clinical exposure here; I’m thoroughly enjoying my time here and am looking forward to continuing to do so over the course of the coming months and potentially in the more distant future,” he said.

Bridge upgrade underway A critical new bridge crossing Morambro Creek is being constructed by Bull Bros Earthmoving on Grubbed Road, north of Cockatoo Lake. The new bridge will be a significant improvement on the existing bridge, which is in poor condition and too narrow for modern farm machinery. It will be suitable for wide farm machinery, includes new culverts to improve the flow of the creek, and improves road safety by widening and straightening the road. Grubbed Road is an important route which is frequently used for transporting farm machinery and to access the popular Cockatoo Lake. Naracoorte Lucindale Council was pleased to award this $400,000 project to local contractors and this will benefit our local economy and businesses in these challenging times. Further works are planned for 2020-21 with council’s draft budget including an allocation to resheet Grubbed Road.”

Lucindale Hall undergoes a facelift

The Lucindale Memorial Hall auditorium is ready for action following a facelift that sees the hall floorboards looking as new. It is a comparable restoration to the Naracoorte Hall. The work has been completed by Naracoorte Carpet Court.

Memorial Drive makeover

Safety concerns and the opportunity to spruce up a key community asset will see Naracoorte’s popular Memorial Parklands enhanced with the undergrounding of power and removal and replacement of pine trees along Memorial Drive. Council’s Botanic Working Group, which consists of community members who have knowledge and skills in tree

More work underway to alleviate mobile black spot issues The fire damaged mobile phone tower at Keilira, following the Decembner bishfires last year, is one of six locations in Barker set for an upgrade as part of the Federal Government’s $380 million Mobile Black Spot Program. Minister for Communications, Cyber Safety and the Arts, the Hon Paul Fletcher MP, Minister for Regional Health, Regional Communications and Local Government, the Hon Mark Coulton MP, and Federal Member for Barker Tony Pasin (pictured right) have jointly announced Barker will receive six new base stations under the Round 5 allocation, providing improved mobile coverage in the community. “It’s fantastic news that communities in Barker will soon be benefitting from improved mobile connectivity provided by these six new base stations,” Mr Pasin said. “I am particularly relieved that one of these additional towers will be built at Keilira, which sustained such extensive damage as a result of the bushfire earlier this year.” New base stations will also be built under this round of the program at Avenue Range, Legges Lane, Paruna, Peebinga and Wellington. “Improved mobile coverage will help family and friends connect, access quality education and health services, do business and provide potentially lifesaving lifelines during emergencies such as bushfires,” said Mr Pasin. “Whilst there is always more work to do to address the many mobile phone blackspots across Barker this is a welcome step in the right direction.” Round 5 base stations are scheduled to roll out in the coming months with the first new base stations expected to be activated by the end of the year. To view the full list of Round 5 locations visit, or to provide feedback on the discussion paper on the design of future rounds, visit: communications.gov.au/mbsp

management, have been evaluating suitable trees to plant once the old pines have been removed and the ground has been remediated. The existing pine trees are at the end of their life and unsafe due to decay and dead branches, which fall from the trees and also interfere with nearby power lines

New era for gallery

A new era has dawned at the Hamilton Gallery with the appointment of a new artistic director who started in the role this month. Joshua White brings a wealth of experience to the role – his impressive resume giving Southern Grampians Shire Council no choice but to place their prized assets into his more than capable hands. Joshua comes to the Southern Grampians Shire from Newcastle, has a Master of Creative Industries and has spent close to a decade working within the cultural sector on the east coast of New South Wales. Early in his career, Joshua worked for Morpeth Conservation Company to restore, preserve and conserve a wide range of nationally and internationally significant artworks and artefacts. He also worked as a team member for Newcastle Art Gallery within the install and collection audit team. He then attained the position of technical officer and was the steward of the gallery’s prestigious collection and lead installation technician. Joshua then went on to attain the position of Curator at Gosford Regional Gallery in 2015 and he continued to make his mark on the national art landscape in that role with the development of significant national exhibitions and the extensive expansion of the gallery’s collection over a three-year period. In 2018, he became Urban and Public Art Project Leader for Lake Macquarie City Council and worked on a multitude of large-scale cultural projects and long-term local government policy. Joshua now has his sights set on delivering high quality cultural outcomes with the team at the Hamilton Gallery. “I am extremely excited to work with such a progressive council and to be the leader of a nationally recognised cultural facility. Hamilton Gallery has such an amazing collection and skilled staff, I’m privileged to be working with this team,” he said. “I look forward to engaging the community by developing local, national and internationally significant exhibitions and programs. Expanding our reach beyond the gallery walls with online content, public art and

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cultural projects is something I’m also really hoping to achieve.” Southern Grampians Shire Council CEO Michael Tudball has also enthusiastically welcomed the appointment. “We are thrilled to have attracted someone of Joshua’s calibre to the Southern Grampians Shire,” Mr Tudball said. “We’re looking forward to working with Joshua to grow and leverage from the Gallery’s deserved reputation and further develop arts and culture within our region and beyond.” Joshua has moved to the region with his wife and young family and are they excited about exploring all that the Greater Hamilton region has to offer.

With the fire season nearly at an end and the global pandemic of Covid-19 at the forefront of daily newsfeed, it is easy to forget that this summer saw unprecedented bushfires, and with it, unprecedented generosity in response. For the residents of Keilira, the bushfire, that started on December 30, burned more than 25,000 hectares and impacted 22 properties and was devastating. The fire not only destroyed homes, stock, pastures and sheds, it also took a massive toll on the wellbeing of the small Limestone Coast community. Stand Like Stone’s CEO Anne Kerr said the board wanted to ensure Stand Like Stone helped the Keilira community. “Afterall, we are the Limestone Coast’s only community foundation;

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recovery process as we were getting feedback that people needed time to deal with what was happening, including working through what other government and charitable assistance that was immediately on offer,” said Mrs Kerr. “Stand Like Stone’s vision is to inspire community kindness and courage in the Limestone Coast, and we think this gift to Keilira really epitomises that vision, as we celebrate the kindness of the people who donated, and applaud the courage of the Keilira community in how they continue to face the impacts of the fire.” Above - The devastation of the Keilira fire (left) on one property and how things have bounced back.

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property Architectural & Stunning 324 Yahl Road, Glenburnie Situated less than 10 minutes from Mount Gambier, "Birchbank" is simply breath taking. Residing on approximately 2.5 acres of stunning, established yards, it offers the perfect setting for the family seeking a private and unique country escape. An architecturally inspired home captures the beautiful natural light through multiple living spaces that overlook the magnificent rural setting and manicured yards, with a backdrop of rolling green pastures nearby. Soak in the morning sun under atrium style windows in the large, tiled family room, or entertain guests in the newly carpeted formal living and dining space. The 5-bedroom dwelling offers a flexible floorplan for any size family, with large bedrooms and tonnes of storage. The master suite includes a recently updated walk in robe with floor to ceiling cupboards and renovated ensuite, featuring large shower and separate spa bath, whilst 3 of the remaining bedrooms include built in robes. Feel the comfort year-round with 2 slow combustion wood fires, 1 in each living room, along with the convenience of ducted heating and cooling & reverse cycle split system. The property runs off 3-phase power and is complete with a 6kw solar power system creating enormous power efficiency. The magnificent grounds are maintained via your own bore, complete with 7 extensive computer station sprinkler lines making it easy to keep the grounds green year-round. With the grounds including dozens of mature trees and 28 fruit & nut trees, established properties such as Birchbank rarely come onto the market. Inspection by appointment.

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AGENT: Elders Real Estate Alistair Coonan | M: 0422 156 363 9 Bay Rd, Mt Gambier alistair.coonan@elders.com.au RLA: 62833 PRICE: $560,000 - $585,000

On top of the world 37 Bluebell Drive, Mount Gambier Welcome to 37 Bluebell Drive offering the ultimate designer family home, built by a well known local builder and featuring a modern and spacious floor plan, which would suit the most discerning buyer. Stepping inside you will immediately feel at home, greeted you is the huge open plan kitchen, dining, living area which offers beautiful elevated views over the Conroe Heights landscape. Boasting an enormous WI pantry, 900mm wide gas cooker, stone bench tops and complemented with stainless steel appliances, this kitchen has no shortage of storage, space and style. The luxury doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stop, featuring a true one of a kind master bedroom suite, which includes his and hers walk-in-wardrobes plus a sparkling large ensuite offering plenty of natural light. In addition, there are three queen sized bedrooms, all with built in robes and located on the western wing of this exceptionally designed residence. The main bathroom offers shower, bath, separate powder area and toilet as well as the laundry with ample storage for this generously sized home. This home wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be complete without the huge rumpus room which adjoins to the light-filled alfresco area that offers beautiful views and Zip track blinds for year round entertaining. Extra features include s/c wood fire, large solar system, dedicated study, 3 separate living areas, double glazed windows, double car garage UMR with remote and internal access, plus reverse cycle ducted air conditioning, keeping the home an enjoyable temperature all year round. Outside features include an immaculately kept gardens, veggie patch with fruit trees, 2 x 5000 gal rainwater tanks plumbed to the home and a generous size 12m x 7m double car garage with high clearance and remote access. Inspect this property today and prepare to fall in love!

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AGENT: Key 2 Sale Real Estate Al Lamond | M: 0418 849 266 32 Bay Rd, Mt Gambier al@key2sale.com.au RLA: 282450 PRICE: $570,000 - $599,000

property Timeless family residence overlooking the city 7 Tallarook Court, Mount Gambier Malseeds are pleased to present this overwhelmingly spacious family residence. Situated on an elevated north-east outlook overlooking the city. Beyond the clean-cut lines and neat minimalist front garden is a 48sq home plus 10sq outdoor living area & boasting a possible 4 living areas. Enter through the leadlight front door, honey coloured Tasmanian oak parquetry floors, polished stainless-steel balustrade, to the landing atop the split level welcomes you into the spacious heart of a family home. Cleverly designed, the house features all main living areas on one level with the extensive open plan living, dining and kitchen space extending the width of the home. From here you are immediately drawn forward by the bright light of the floor to ceiling windows of the centre and heart of the home. The seamless connection to the formal lounge room on the eastern side, adds to the modern style and ambience. If entertaining is on the list, whether large parties or intimate groups the kitchen with its 6.6m granite bench and breakfast bar plus large centre island bench, two drawer dishwasher and Miele appliances is the ideal place for those who like to cook up a storm. From here you are welcomed into the comfortable living room where you can slide away the stacker doors and welcome the outside in. Step onto the landing and make your way through to the outstanding outdoor living area/games room. This space is perfect for those who love partying and entertaining all year round. It features a bar complete with sink as well as a bathroom and store room. The sleeping quarters are situated on the south west side of the home with four large bedrooms - Master features a walk through robe to the adjoining three way bathroom. All other bedrooms have built ins and are also serviced by another bathroom which features a lovely double shower. Off the living room is a door which leads to under the home to the basement which is the ideal spot for a home theatre, home gym, rumpus room or music room complete with generous under stairs storage or wine cellar. Other features of this modern home include: study nook, double garage with parking for 6 cars in the driveway, electric curtains to dining room, RC air conditioner, 2 rainwater tanks, under floor heating throughout, 6kw solar & much more!

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AGENT: Malseeds Real Estate Jason Malseed | M: 0419 032 795 1 Wehl St South, Mt Gambier jason@malseeds.com.au RLA: 115603 PRICE: $595,000 - $645,000

A: 32 Bay Road Mount Gambier P: 08 8723 3416 www.key2sale.com.au

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98 Crouch Street South, Mount Gambier

4 Irven Street, Port MacDonnell

NEW > RIGHT BY THE BLUE LAKE

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Positioned within a short stroll of the Blue Lake is this recently updated property which has been freshly painted throughout. Spacious family room framed by large windows letting in beautiful natural light and comfortable all year round with split system air conditioning. Huge lounge room with gas heating and large picture windows. Access to the single car garage is from Sunnyside Drive which also contains a studio plus laundry and toilet. Some added beneﬁts of this property include – brand new laundry inside, freshly painted inside and out, house fully rewired, near new split system air conditioner, electric hot water approx. 4 years old. All within walking distance to the Blue Lake walking trail and Lennon's Food Market. FOR SALE BY openn negotiation CLOSING 6PM ON THE 25TH MAY (unless sold prior) See below regarding this new & exciting method of purchasing your home!

Set on a 4058m2 allotment just a short stroll from the beach is this beautifully renovated stone home providing amazing shedding and lush lawns at the rear. Inside offers a completely transformed interior including 4 bedrooms, master with WIR and ensuite, large kitchen / dining comprising of Baltic timber kitchen with electric cooking, relaxed family space, huge tiled lounge, and massive undercover entertaining area with patio blinds. A colourbond shed 18m x 9m x 2.9m clearance has drive through access, workshop & loft and is perfect for vehicles along with the boat or caravan. Extra features include new ducted r/c air conditioning system, freshly painted, new blinds, rain & mains water supply, off street parking, rear yard access and expansive flat backyard. Just a short stroll from the general store, hotel, library, cafe & rural transaction centre.

Contact Gail Richards 0409 268 199

4 NEW 1 SPARROW AVE, MT GAMBIER

$449,000 Contact Gail Richards 0409 268 199

$235,000-$245,000

NEW 1 SAXON CRT, MT GAMBIER

3 10 DEGARIS ST, MT GAMBIER

$459,000

$299,000-$315,000

What is Openn Negotiation? Managed by real estate agents, Openn Negotiation is a transparent sales method which helps Buyers and Sellers ﬁnd the true market price for a property, through an online bidding platform For further information, contact Gail Richards on 0409 268 199

37 BLUEBELL DR, MT GAMBIER

$580,000-$599,000

- Ultimate designer family home, built by a well-known local builder and featuring a modern and spacious floor plan - Huge open plan kitchen/dining/living area which offers beautiful elevated views over the Conroe Heights landscape - Master bedroom suite includes his and hers WIR’s plus a sparkling large ensuite offering plenty of natural light - Extra features include s/c wood fire, large solar system Contact Al Lamond 0418 849 266 4 2 4

58 JUBILEE HWY WEST, MT GAMBIER

$169,000

- Solid three-bedroom stone home on an elevated allotment with access at the rear from Moten Lane - Inside oﬀers large lounge with r/c split system air conditioning, original eat-in kitchen with gas stove, bathroom with shower, bath & pedestal basin, large games room or second living area, laundry and separate toilet - Single car garage & workshop with direct internal access Contact Gail Richards 0409 268 199 3 1 1

- Picturesque outlook over the park and located just a short walk to Grant High School & the Swallow Drive Shopping Centre - Lovely kitchen with electric cooking, lounge with s/c wood heating and a beautiful sunny family room with additional wood ﬁre & r/c s/s air conditioner - Loads of bonus features outside include a freshly painted exterior, pergola, large lined man cave/games room, SGL garage & DBL carport

- With formal lounge & dining areas, open plan living area with modern kitchen and a large rumpus room which spills out to the alfresco barbeque area - Huge master bedroom suite contains WIR & ensuite with spa bath - Extra bonuses include 6kW solar system and r/c ducted a/c - Double car garage UMR plus a 6m x 8m high clearance carport with concrete ﬂoor, perfect for the caravan and/or boat

Contact Gail Richards 0409 268 199

Contact Sara O'Connor 0438 708 281

2 MARK ST, MT GAMBIER

$235,000-$245,000

- Beautifully renovated stone home, with new carpets & floating floors, fully painted inside and out, gas ducted heating & new window furnishings - Comprising of 3 bedrooms, spacious lounge room with feature fire place & a large open plan kitchen/dining area with electric cooking - With a Commercial Zoning this home is also suited to office/ business pursuits Contact Gail Richards 0409 268 199 3 1 2

14A POWER ST, MT GAMBIER

$420,000

- Inner city living at its best! - Amazing architecturally designed home built in 2012 - Classy open plan living perfectly positioned to overlook the outdoor entertaining area - Excellent energy eﬃciency with hydronic heating, insulation, double glazed windows and rainwater - Automated watering system, double car garage UMR with remote entry Contact Gail Richards 0409 268 199 3 2 2

Beautifully renovated home at the foot of the Lakes precinct 3 carpeted bedrooms, all containing BIR’s & ceiling fans Lounge room with both s/s air conditioning & ceiling fans Renovated kitchen with Miele dishwasher, pantry, Induction cooktop, electric oven & 2 pak cabinetry - Side yard access to the 9m x 6m Colorbond shed & private paved pergola area

93 SHEPHERDSON RD, MT GAMBIER $750,000-$775,000

- Nestled in one of Mount Gambier’s most beautiful areas and hidden from the street - Positioned on a large 4,145m2 allotment, oozing character and class with timeless architecture and quality refinements - Classic features with modern luxuries - Polished floor boards, feature fire places and high ceilings mixed with modern conveniences including r/c ducted air conditioning Contact Gail 0409 268 199 or Al 0418 849 266 3 2 3

13 DOVER CRT, MT GAMBIER

106 WEHL ST SOUTH, MT GAMBIER

$229,000

- Oozing character & charm is this delightful cottage with a 1 bedroom detached unit - Located in a highly sought after area on an approx. 720m2 lot - Loads of features including lounge with r/c aircon, main bedroom with BIR’s & open plan kitchen & dining room - The two bedroom cottage comes completely furnished WIWO Contact Gail 0409 268 199 or Jess 0419 360 001 3

$299,000

- Attractive family home, located in the highly sought after Conroe Heights area - Featuring three good size bedrooms, main with WI wardrobe plus BIR’s in remaining bedrooms - A large central 2-pak kitchen oﬀers stainless steel appliances, including a gas cook top - Lounge/dining area and is ﬁlled with an abundance of natural light 3 1 4 Contact Gail Richards 0409 268 199

1/119 WEHL ST NORTH, MT GAMBIER $149,000-$155,000

Immaculately presented 2BR solid brick & tile unit Renovated interior ready to move into now Spacious lounge with r/c split air conditioning Updated bathroom with shower and vanity, sep. laundry & WC Low maintenance courtyard gardens & S/C garage UMR Investors, independent rental appraisal of $200 per week

Contact Al Lamond 0418 849 266

Al Lamond SALES M: 0418 849 266

Gail Richards SALES M: 0409 268 199

Sara O'Connor SALES M: 0438 708 281

Jess Starling SALES M: 0419 360 001

18 ROBINSON ST, MT GAMBIER

48 BAY RD, MT GAMBIER

1/23 ELIZABETH ST, MT GAMBIER

4 RENFREY PL, MT GAMBIER

Contact Al Lamond 0418 849 266

Contact Sara O'Connor 0438 708 281

5/22 BURONGA AVE, MT GAMBIER

LOT 2 PRIVATE RD, CARPENTER ROCKS

$179,000

23 ANNETTE ST, MT GAMBIER

$799,000

- Magniﬁcent 2 storey family home in a private location, within walking distance to the Marketplace Shopping Centre and the Mt Gambier Hospital - Stunning Blackwood timber kitchen with dishwasher, electric cooking & WI pantry - Other features include formal dining area, plus separate lounge, ideal as a billiard or home theatre room and 8 person indoor swim spa Contact Al Lamond 0418 849 266 4 3 6

26 RIDDOCH HWY, TARPEENA

1 SPRINGS RD, PT MACDONNELL

$110,000

First home buyers, escape the rental rut Oﬀering a ﬂat allotment with 2 street frontages Investors check out the development potential Approx. 1,466m2 allotment zoned Township One of the cheapest homes in Tarpeena

Contact Al Lamond 0418 849 266

$425,000

- Amazing opportunity to purchase just over an acre of elevated land with amazing views to Gerloff Bay & the Southern Ocean - The property offers an exciting range of opportunities, renovate the existing 3 bedroom cottage or build your new 2 storey dwelling (S.T.C.A.), offering spectacular coastal & ocean views

- Immaculate presentation, why pay rent? - If you are after a unit, close to the Marketplace Shopping Centre, you won’t ﬁnd better than this immaculately presented brick and tile unit - Situated at the rear of the complex, this fantastic unit oﬀers 3 large bedrooms (all with Bl robes), open plan living, including lounge with gas heating, practical designed kitchen/dining Contact Al Lamond 0418 849 266 3 1 1

$219,000

In a superb location, this home is cosy inside & spacious outside Oﬀering 2 bedrooms (1 with ceiling fan) & polished ﬂoorboards Separate lounge room with gas heating & ceiling fan Retro style kitchen with near new gas cooking Light & bright sunroom that is currently utilised as a dining space Spacious deck, large allotment, fruit trees, single car garage and garden/implement shed

Contact Al Lamond 0418 849 266

Contact Al 0418 849 266 or Sara 0437 708 281 3

$199,000

- A great property in a central location - Oﬀering 3 bedrooms, open plan kitchen/dining with electric cooking, adjoining lounge with r/c air conditioning, plus a separate bathroom, laundry and WC - Single garage provides convenient undercover parking - Featuring a low maintenance courtyard, ideal for BBQs or extra storage Contact Al Lamond 0418 849 266 3 1 1

$469,000-$499,000 NEW PRICE

Beautifully presented 2 storey beach house with amazing views Fabulous master bedroom with WIR & ensuite R/c ducted air conditioning and 3 balconies for private entertaining Double car garage offering remote & internal access Colorbond shed offering storage for the boat & fishing gear Exceptional opportunity for a purchaser looking for the right beachfront home Contact Al Lamond 0418 849 266 3 2 4

Tegan Pink ADMINISTRATION P: 0439 822 209

UNIT 1/14 JANE ST, MT GAMBIER

- Key 2 Sale Real Estate has pleasure in listing for sale this brand new courtyard home - Offering modern first class finishes and situated in a blue chip location - Featuring open plan living with ducted r/c air conditioning, spacious kitchen with island bench, dishwasher and pantry, leading to a lovely North facing alfresco area

$435,000-$449,000

- Located in Mount Gambier’s prestigious Bay Road precinct - Delightful stone home on an easy to maintain 1013m2 allotment - Oﬀering three bedrooms, master with BIRs, plus study or fourth bedroom - Top location for B&B or to live the latte lifestyle - You will be hard pressed to ﬁnd a home on Bay Road with this price tag! Contact Al Lamond 0418 849 266 4 1 3

$349,000

Carolyn Gazzard CLIENT SERVICES P: 0418 813 233

Leonie Carrison PERSONAL ASSISTANT P: 08 8723 3416

$156,000

Conveniently located unit is situated very close to the main street Oﬀering a great 1st home buyer or investor property Features include 2 bedrooms including the main with BIR’s Split reverse cycle a/c for year round comfort Vacant unit previously rented at $220 per week Do not miss out on this fantastic investment opportunity 2

21 HILLTOP AVE, MT GAMBIER

$489,000

- Perfectly designed and positioned on an elevated block to take in the wonderful southerly views. - A spacious and light filled living area providing formal and informal areas to relax and unwind. - The kitchen offers Induction cooktop, electric wall oven, dishwasher and large walk-in pantry - A separate office will provide the perfect space to work without distraction Contact Al Lamond 0418 849 266 5 2 2

187 MOUNT PERCY RD, COMPTON 5 ACRES

$499,000-$519,000

- Located on the city fringe is this beautifully renovated cottage - The ultimate entertainer including HUGE living room with r/c air con and raked ceilings - MASSIVE outdoor alfresco area with kitchen/bar and patio blinds - Quality kitchen with granite benchtops, dishwasher, butlers pantry, b/bar and s/c wood heating - Sale is subject to ﬁnal approvals for boundary adjustment Contact Gail Richards 0409 268 199

6521 PORTLAND-NELSON RD, NELSON $259,000-$275,000 NEW PRICE

- Beautiful river views right across the Southern front of the property - This solid brick home provides enough space for a family or a large group, offering four bedrooms, one with built-ins - Large lounge room that can be separated from the living/dining area - Open plan kitchen with electric cooking & plenty of storage - Within 500 metres of the local Pub, Deli, Fuel Station & the river itself! Contact Gail 0409 268 199 or Jess 0419 360 001 4 1

2 HARLEY ST, ALLENDALE EAST

$310,000-$340,000 NEW PRICE

- Quaint 3 bedroom home with loads of country charm set on a 845m2 allotment - Inside oﬀers separate lounge with new r/c split air con, lovely open plan kitchen/meals/living area with electric cooking and master bedroom with WIR & ensuite - Outside the property oﬀers the best in low maintenance living, with a large storage shed, separate man cave & a securely fenced yard Contact Al Lamond 0418 849 266

33 LAKE TCE WEST, MT GAMBIER

REDUCED $369,000

- City lights and Blue Lake beauty with a living area with views that rival the best - Roomy bedrooms, a charming bathroom, study or fourth bedroom and a kitchen that’s quaint and cute - Extras include slow combustion wood ﬁre, r/c air conditioning, French doors, huge 3 bay shed and front and rear property access - In conjunction with Gebhardts Real Estate

35 ELDRIDGE DR, WORROLONG

$720,000 NEW PRICE

- The perfect fusion of Hamptons meets luxe federation, providing a practical ﬂoor plan with an emphasis on space, entertaining and breathtaking views - All the features of a character home, including hardwood ﬂoors, mantles & feature lead light mixed with modern necessities - Three stunning living areas spilling out to an undercover alfresco area and paved courtyard 4 2 2 Contact Gail Richards 0409 268 199

54 CARPENTER ROCKS RD, CARPENTER ROCKS

$265,000

- Exceptionally large seaside home boasting huge living areas and loads of shedding - 4 bedrooms with BIRs plus kitchen/meals with electric cooking. - Large lounge plus huge games room with bar and s/c wood heating - Undercover outdoor entertaining area - Loads of shedding including single stone garage with workshop - Offers invited Contact Gail 0409 268 199 or Al 0418 849 266 4 1 3

101 KINGSLEY RD, ALLENDALE EAST 5.5 ACRES

$329,000-$349,000

- Located approximately 25 kilometres from Mt Gambier. - Offering approximately 5.5 Acres of township zoned land proving scope for development of approximately 16 building allotments (STCA). - Timber framed 3 bedroom home with open plan living with r/c a/c, wood fire and kitchen. - Large 8m x 11 m shed with concrete floor, power and lights Contact Gail Richards 0409 268 199 3 1 2

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$595,000-$645,000

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$194,000

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5 Ronald Grove, Mt Gambier

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$760,000-$790,000

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$465,000-$495,000

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$319,000

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Wendy Flint 0468 692 993

$320,000

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$150,000

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14 Arthur St, Penola RE DU CE D

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$219,000

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3.7 acres

Wendy Flint 0468 692 993

Jason 0419 032 795

Bronwyn 8724 9999

Wendy 0468 692 993

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Selena 8724 9999

Kira 8724 9999

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Combined Development Potential Located in the Heart of the City

Ideal Family Home

Bianca Taylor Sales Representative 0407 613 346

Sophie Johnson Property Manager 8725 8037

Jess Boutcher Property Manager 8725 8037

(08) 8725 8037 | www.limestonere.com.au | 178 Commercial Street East, Mount Gambier 53 ACACIA STREET, MOUNT GAMBIER

8 CARTHEW STREET, MOUNT GAMBIER

43 BANKSIA STREET, MOUNT GAMBIER

4 BORDER ROAD SOUTH, DONOVANS

NEW PRICE

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3 1 1 SOLID HOME WITH LARGE ROOMS

$219,000

9 Large living space + bedrooms with BIRSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 9 Great shedding, storeroom & rear yard access 9 Currently leased at $275.00 per week

3 1 2 TIMELESS CHARM, ELEGANCE & HISTORY

$419,000

Limestone & Dolomite villa on 1456m 9 allotment 9 Impressive 7ft bay windows & 11ft ceiling 9 Formal sitting room with panoramic views 2

Graeme Cleves | 0419 806 410

14 LAIRD STREET, MOUNT GAMBIER

21-23 NEWTON ROAD, PELICAN POINT

3 1 NEST OR INVEST

kitchen with gas cooking & 9 Eat-in dishwasher 9 Roller shutters on all windows & NBN 9 Vendors prepared to lease back Graeme Cleves | 0419 806 410

3 1 ATTENTION INVESTORS

2509m2 WEEKENDER/LIFESTYLE BLOCK

$198,000

9 Solid Brick & Tile Home leased at $260.00pw 9 Large lounge with s/c wood heating 9 Updated Kitchen opening up to the dining 9 Single garage plus double carport

4 bay c/bond shed on Spacious 9 Large 2509m block with toilet & shower 9 Double Carport, workshop & solar hot water 9 Ideal grounds for weekend camping

Graeme Cleves | 0419 806 410

2/3 GORDON STREET, MOUNT GAMBIER

LAND FOR SALE

IN TWO WEEKS

NEW PRICE

$139,000

$229,000

UNDER CONTRACT WITH

3 2 4 DONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T IMAGINE IT - JUST EXPERIENCE IT!

$399,000 WIWO

9 9 9

Current Holiday rental with stunning ocean views Set on 2 titles approx. 1,400m2 with great shedding including detached garage/workshop Spacious indoor and outdoor entertaining

2 1 1 FEELS LIKE A HOUSE, NOT A UNIT!

$149,000 - $159,000

driveway, own garage UMR, own 9 Own street frontage and private rear yard 9 Large rooms with an abundance of storage

Lots 1,3,5,6, &7 Matheson Rd, Millicent $70,000 - $85,000 Blocks starting at 2002m2 ranging to 4825m2 81 North Nelson Road, Nelson Low maintenance 518m2 block

$85,000

Lot 3 Bruins Road, Wandilo Rural living Allotment on 1.46ha

$135,000

437 Commercial St West, Mt Gambier Attractive 4164m2 on towns edge

Open to offers

Lot 50 Eight Mile Creek Absolute Seafront Block on 1.08ha

$207,800

26 Bay Road, Allendale East Approx. 2072m2 Flat block with c/bond shed

$220,000

space & oozes natural sunlight

Graeme Cleves | 0419 806 410

RLA 263 296

Suite 2/14 Helen Street, Mount Gambier SA 5290

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15 Helpmann Avenue

$310,000

Flats 1-10 / 12 Shepherd Street

9x2

This is a real gem located in a superb part of the city close to schools, sporting grounds and shopping, this beautiful home is ideal for those seeking comfort and convenience. Spacious proportions, lush gardens and solar panels. What’s not to love!

21 Hilltop Avenue

$990,000

1x3

11 Tarandi Road

$489,000

Priced to sell – ultra spacious family home loaded with extras. Granite kitchen benches, ducted heating & cooling, high ceilings and rear yard access. One of the best streets in popular Conroe Heights!

Great for the super fund / investment portfolio. These 10 brick and tiled ﬂats show a great return and have an excellent rental history. Quiet location and walking distance to main precinct.

NEW

178 Commercial Street West

E.O.I CLOSING FRIDAY

To our Valued customers... Like a property and want to see more of it? 3

$120,000

2 Contact one of our agents to organise a one on one viewing of the property or to chat about alternative viewing methods

This home requires some TLC but offers a fantastic opportunity to enter the market and reap the rewards. Three bedrooms, kitchen/meals area, large living/dining space. large rear yard.

We’re contact conscious, so we have implemented hygiene policies for all one on one viewings If you have recently travelled overseas or are feeling unwell, please contact our agents to chat about alternate methods to view our available properties

20 Patricia Court

E.O.I

Expressions of interest by 12 noon Friday 1st May 2020 (unless sold beforehand) Character ﬁlled in the heart of the City, Circa 1890 residence zoned “mixed use”. Positioned on a desirable 1,002m2 (approx) allotment. Featuring classic high ceilings & original cornice.

8 Ivy Place

Our sales agents and property managers are still operational and available to service your Real Estate needs 4

$429,000-$449,000

2 Hawk Place

2/17 Canavan Road

$255,000

Immaculate inside and out. A true family home, exceptional car accommodation, located in the popular Birdsville area close to schools and local shopping. An absolute must to inspect!

UNITS\HOUSES

3 3 2 3 2 3 2 3 3 2 3 4 4

27 Tumut Drive

$239,000

Care free living in an enviable location, two spacious bedrooms, large kitchen/meals/family, private rear yard/pergola area, single garage umr with remote access- currently leased at $240 per week until 6/05/2020.

RENTALS 7 Gerloff Street 46 Commercial Street West 1/17 Canavan Road 157 Bay Road 2/210 Commercial Street East 6 Kalimna Crescent 178 Commercial Street West 1/31 Yeates Street 39 Starline Place 51 Ferrers Street 4 Megan Place 5 Cheyenne Court 11 Redwood Avenue

$252,000

This beautifully maintained homette will only impress and offers large rooms, high ceilings, gas heating plus reverse cycle split air conditioner – all on low maintenance easy care grounds. A great home unit alternative in a quiet cul-de-sac.

Elegant architectural design – boasting eco- friendly features throughout. Light ﬁlled and loaded with quality. This brand new home stands out in a crowd. Inspection will not disappoint.

2 1 1 2 1 1 2 1 1 2 1 2 3

Avail now $230 per week Avail now $240 per week Avail now $250 per week Avail now $250 per week Avail 6/5/20 $260 per week Avail now $260 per week Avail now $270 per week Avail 19/5/20 $270 per week Avail now $290 per week Avail now $310 per week Avail 4/5/20 $350 per week Avail 29/5/20 $430 per week Avail now $450 per week

$169,000

An ideal investment – add this home to your portfolio. Parkland outlook, long term tenant, outdoor entertaining & detached shedding. Close to schools & shops.

Gebhardts Property Management

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 2 2

LOT 3 Melleray Court OB Flat

Suite 2/14 Helen Street, Mount Gambier www.gebhardts.com.au

46 Commercial Street West

$159,500

Exciting new acreage subdivision south east of the city. Allotments ranging from 5,000m2. Rural style post and wire fencing included. Electricity and water both connected.

Avail Now

$329,000

Prime CBD development opportunity, positioned over 2 titles of land totaling 1,851m2 (approx). Two street access plus third road via a free and unrestricted right of way. When opportunity knocks dare to dream!

Apply online www.tenantoptions.com.au rentals@gebhardts.com.au Ph 8724 8088

157 Bay Road

3 1 1 $240 pw •Position perfect for city living •Three bedroom apartment, main with access to balcony•Kitchen with electric cooking •Spacious lounge with gas heating •Private parking space at rear of building •Main Street precinct at your doorstep •No Pets

46 Jubilee Highway West

6 Kalimna Crescent

Avail Now 3 1 2 $250 pw •3 bedrooms, main with R/C air con •BIRs in bedrooms 2 and 3 •Kitchen with electric cooking •Separate dining with R/C air con •Lounge with S/C heating •Updated bathroom •Detached single garage •Large yard, lots of shedding •No Pets •Property on the sales market

Avail Now 3 1 1 $260 pw •Three bedroom home •Lounge with R/C air conditioner •Kitchen/dining area with gas cooking •Carport UMR •Detached shed for storage or work shed •Patio area •No Pets

Suite 2/14 Helen Street, Mount Gambier SA 5290 Paul Chuck SALES 0409 541 113

Ben Jeffrey SALES 0417 810 246

Jo Campbell SALES 0409 240 223

Sharyn Ferguson PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 8725 5766

Malcolm Lewis SALES 0411 899 693

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400 Wireless Road West, Suttontown

124 North Terrace

2.5

www.gebhardts.com.au RLA1903 1903 Ph 08 8725 5766 RLA

Bernie Gaylard PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 8725 5766

$669,500

3 Jenkins Street

$575,000

Be prepared to fall in love with this superb home positioned on 5 acres (approx) only ﬁve minutes from the City centre. Immaculate inside and out – a true haven for those who wish to escape the hustle and bustle. You will fall in love from the minute you turn into the driveway!

This gracious residence of elegant proportions stands proudly in its magniﬁcent surrounds. Immaculately presented inside and out, it’s striking street appeal & elegant interiors combine the classic appeal of yesterday with the contemporary style of today.

20A Boandik Terrace

$239,500

This lovely home is situated in a great central location close to all the popular Cafés, Restaurants and Shops the City has to offer, or start your day with a walk along the Rail trail + rear yard access. Private fully fenced back yard - an inspection will impress!

16 Magnolia Court

LISTINGS WANTED DUE TO RECENT SALES WE NEED MORE LISTINGS

Over the last 3 months Gebhardts Real Estate have sold in excess of 50+ properties

$259,000

Central location equipped with shedding. Offering a versatile ﬂoor plan, 3 bedrooms, main with ensuite & WIR, spacious kitchen/meals/family. Secondary formal lounge/dining room, large 7mX7m (approx) stone garage & workshop area.

27 Derwent Court

$289,000

$187,500

A good offering for 1st home buyer/ investor offering large living area, upgraded bathroom, covered entertaining and fantastic car accommodation. Ready to inspect! and impress!

18 Eldridge Drive, Worrolong

9 Tanglewood Crescent

List with Gebhardts. Experience the difference 47 Anthony Street

$325,000

Located amongst quality homes in a well established area. Offering 4 large bedrooms, master with direct access to spacious 2way bathroom, functional kitchen overlooking beautiful private gardens.

1/31 Yeates Street

$495,000

NEW

$169,500

COLLINS DRIVE MOUNT GAMBIER’S PREMIER RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION

54 Carpenter Rocks Rd, Carpenter Rocks

a| 416m2 approx

$114,500

Low maintenance allotment on own title. Quiet cul-de-sac location, walking distance to City Centre. Surrounded by other quality homes ready to build, established fencing

Suite 2/14 Helen Street, Mount Gambier www.gebhardts.com.au

32 Commercial Street West

$120,000

Exciting new subdivision located just minutes from the city centre Allotment sizes ranging from 1,195m2 to 2,263m2 Services include power, water & sewer Construction underway connecting the Estate to the popular rail lands walking trail Side & rear colorbond fencing included Limited allotment released – Be quick Prices starting at $120,000

15 Noojee Street

Cute and cosy – lovingly updated throughout. Stylish kitchen & bathroom and large allotment. Perfect for a growing family. Affordable living and a short drive to Mount Gambier.

Gebhardts Property Management

4 Megan Place

$135,000

Located in a great central position a short stroll from the City centre, this fantastic 1295m2 (approx.) allotment will appeal to those who want to be close to everything that the city has to offer. Allotments of this size and location are becoming increasingly hard to ﬁnd. Be quick!

$319,500

Springview Estate STAGE 2

5 West Street, Tarpeena

The complete family package awaits. A beautifully maintained home set on an acre of established grounds, spacious living areas and covered outdoor entertaining. Be quick to inspect this quality home.

RENTALS

a| 1295m2 approx

Nestled in a quiet cul de sac in the always popular Conroe Heights is this immaculate family home which you will want to call your own, only a short walk to the local playground and reserve, shops and schools.

Call our friendly sales team today for a FREE no obligation market appraisal

1 Chauvel Street

Deceptively spacious home ready for the largest family. Lovingly maintained in fantastic, quiet, elevated location. Loaded with ‘WOW’ – this home is a must see!

$265,000

An affordable seaside home awaits. Deceivingly spacious throughout Bore and rainwater - great shedding. Listen to the ocean, swim, ﬁsh and dive in beautiful Bucks Bay.

Apply online www.tenantoptions.com.au rentals@gebhardts.com.au Ph 8724 8088

3/19 Gray Street

COMMERCIAL 23-25 Commercial Street West 32 Commercial Street West 3/19 Gray Street

Avail 19/5/20 3 1 1 $270 pw •3 bedrooms, all with built in robes •Lounge with bay window and gas log ﬁre •Large kitchen/ meals area with access to entertaining area •Single garage under main roof with internal access •Secure rear yard •No pets

Avail Now

Avail 4/5/20 3 2 1 $350 pw •Three bedroom fully furnished home •Main bedroom with built-in robe & ensuite •Open kitchen/ dine/family area with dishwasher & reverse cycle air conditioner •Undercover patio area •Single garage under main roof with internal access •No pets

Avail Now

Commercial

•Approx. 178m2 showroom area •Excellent retail opportunity •Large open area with reverse cycle air conditioner •Suit a variety of uses •Separate ofﬁce/store room and kitchen area •Rear carpark area •Large public carparking available •POA

•Main reception area •Two separate ofﬁces •Galley kitchen •Recently updated throughout •Approximately 82.12m2 •Public car parking close by •Ducted electric heating and cooling

78B Sea Parade Port MacDonnell 94 Commercial Street East 1/2 James Street 2/2 James Street

PETER DEMPSEY

0418 854 393

MOUNT GAMBIER REGION SPECIALIST

8 BRUNING PLACE MT GAMBIER 3 BED I 1 BATH I 2 CAR

31 STILES STREET MT GAMBIER 4 BED I 2 BATH I 2 CAR

AFFORDABLE BRICK HOME $207,000 Looking for a first home or investment property. well this could be perfect.Brick home on a level allotment with rear yard access. kitchen meals, with modern appliances and walk in pantry.

PERFECT FAMILY HOME $355,000 Inspection is a must for the family looking for more room at an affordable price. Located close to schools and parks this home consists of 4 bedrooms with the main having walk in robe and en-suite.

18B ROBINSON STREET MT GAMBIER 3 BED I 2 BATH I 1 CAR PERFECT FOR THE RETIREE $349,000 Check out this brand new home located in one of mt gambier’s best areas and designed for low maintenance easy living. Ideal living for the older couple, as the home is private and secure, and is on its own title, no strata or community.

80 COUCH STREET NORTH MT GAMBIER 4 BED I 3 BATH I 2 CAR

ROOM FOR THE FAMILY $368,500 For the family looking for more room this could be the ideal property. Four bedrooms plus office complemented by 3 showers and 3 toilets, handy for the busy family.Character split level home, featuring polished floorboards, lounge room plus large dining area, family room capturing all the winter sun and views to a private yard with established trees and gardens. french doors lead to an outdoor entertaining area with built bbq. Classy kitchen with soft close doors, and solid red gum bench tops.

19 EUSTACE STREET MT GAMBIER 3 BED I 2 BATH I 3 CAR PERFECT IN EVERY SENSE $298,000 Yes, perfect is a good way to describe this home. perfect location, perfect condition. This character home has all the charm of yesteryear but the new owner need only walk i and enjoy.

7 STILES STREET MT GAMBIER 3 BED I 2 BATH I 2 CAR QUALITY AND AFFORDABLE $317,500 Check Out This Quality Solid Brick And Tile Home Located In The Popular Montebello Area. Stunning New Kitchen With All The Modern Appliances, 2 Large Open Living Areas Formal Lounge Dining And Family Area With Built In Office. Beautifully Renovated Bathroom Plus WIR.

PRINCES HWY GLENBURNIE 2 BED I 1 BATH I 5 CAR AFFORDABLE ON 2 ACRES $289,000 Like sheds and room for more. Well this lifestyle small acreage property could be perfect for you. Ideal for the single man, young couple or family. This home gives you the opportunity to create a country lifestyle only minutes from mount gambier. 5 EMERALD DRIVE MT GAMBIER 4 BED I 2 BATH I 2 CAR

DREAM, HOME AND LAND PACKAGE $429,500 Brand new home. just walk in and relax in this luxury built home. located on a level elevated allotment, with views over parklands. designed for easy living and low maintenance. High ceilings, reverse cycle air conditioning and quality finishes. Classy bathrooms and laundry areas, stunning kitchen with the best appliances. 2 living areas or 4 bedrooms to cater for most people’s needs. 46 ST ANDREWS DRIVE MT GAMBIER 4 BED I 2 BATH I 2 CAR LUXURY ON THE FAIRWAY $495,000 Ideal for the golfer or just the luxury of open spaces and views, then this property is for you. The 5th fairway of the prestigious Mt Gambier golf club is at you rear door.

CRAFTER ROAD COMPTON GREAT BUYING $139,000 Why not leave the dream by building your dream home on one of these perfect lifestyle allotments? Titles just through. purchaser choice of 180 day settlement giving you the opportunity to organise finance or sell a property.

406 CAFPIRCO ROAD MT GAMBIER 4 BED I 2 BATH I 3 CAR 12 KEEGAN STREET MT GAMBIER DEVELOPERS OR INVESTORS DREAM $330,000 Rare large piece of land in Mt Gambiers city central. ideal for the developer or home owner, walking distance to shops and café’s. Six community titles have already been created, and building plans available.

LUXURY COUNTRY HOME $585,000 Located minutes from mount gambier you will find this feature packed home, nestled and private on 5 acres of productive 5 acres of land. This four bedroom plus study home has large living areas, bedrooms are all spacious making a great family home and creating a lifestyle for all the family to enjoy.

PETER DEMPSEY I RLA: 269823 I 0418 854 393 I peterdempsey@atrealty.com.au

20 O’LEARY ROAD MT GAMBIER 3 BED I 1 BATH I 1 CAR O’LEARY ON THE PARK FROM $269,500 Homes Ready For Your Inspection. Attention First Home Owners, Investors And Retirees, These Home And Land Packages Are Ideal For You. With Stage 1 Sold Prior To Marketing. We Can Now Offer Stage 2. Only 6 Left. Prices Everyone Can Afford.

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Chris Manser

Garth Manser

Elisha Beare

Bernie Manser

Candyce Cory

Real Estate & Livestock Sales

Real Estate Sales Property Management

Property Management

0417 414 127

0417 071 180

0407 213 023

0407 235 345

0427 333 517 RLA 280309

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475 EIGHT MILE CREEK ROAD, PORT MACDONNELL

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST BY 12 NOON FRI 1ST MAY 2020 VIA EMAIL garth@gtlivestock.com.au or owenpe ngill@gmail.com – Approx 137 Acres of very good quality lake country opposite foreshore – Fenced into 3 main paddocks with small fenced area of natural scrub – 2 equipped windmills with troughs – Large excavated watering hole – Small set of mber ca le yards

PRIME? GRAZING LAND

– Public road access on Western side, drainage on Eastern & Southern sides – Fantas c opportunity to purchase a great fa ening or turn out block just 20 minutes from Mount Gambier – In conjunc on with Owen Pe ngill Real Estate – Contact Garth Manser 0417 071 180 or Owen Pe ngill 0423 522 778

UNIT 2/32 WEHL STREET NORTH, MOUNT GAMBIER

E.O.I BY 12 NOON FRI 12TH JUNE 2020 COMFORTABLE COUNTRY LIVING – 107 acres, spacious home, established gardens, tranquil views, ample shedding & plenty of room for the whole family to enjoy – Timber kitchen with electric cooking & ample cupboard space. Expansive dining, second living area with bi-fold doors allowing both indoor & outdoor entertaining.

– 4 bedrooms, 3 with BIRs. Main bathroom with bath, shower & vanity. Second bathroom oﬀ laundry. – 2 x 15,000ltr rainwater tanks, 106,784kl water alloca on, 2 irriga on bores, 3 dog runs, solar & electric hot water & return verandah – Bonus 3-bedroom co age at front of property oﬀering many possibili es

$285,000

– This neat, well presented home unit is situated within walking distance to all ameni es and oﬀers Wehl Street frontage and its own Community Title – Features of the home include – Large open plan kitchen / dining and living area – Kitchen with electric cooking, a large breakfast bar and ample cupboard space

– 3 bedrooms with built in wardrobes – Two- way bathroom with bath, shower and vanity, accessible via the main bedroom – Ducted hea ng – Single car garage with remote roller door, internal access and a dedicated laundry area. – Low maintenance front & rear yard

UNIT 1 & 2/18 LEE COURT, MT GAMBIER

55 CROUCH STREET NORTH, MOUNT GAMBIER

$249,000 CONVENIENTLY LOCATED FAMILY HOME – Well presented brick & le family home situated close to St Mar ns Lutheran College, MacDonald Park Primary School & just minutes to the centre of town – Open plan kitchen/dining with gas cooking, ﬂoa ng ﬂoors & an abundance of natural light – 3 bedrooms with BIRs, lounge with gas hea ng & bathroom

with bath, shower & vanity – Outside comprises a 691m2 allotment with low maintenance gardens, raised rear deck with blinds perfect for entertaining & built in ﬁre pit – Single car garage with separate work shop, garden shed & cubby house for the children

UNIT 1 $339,000 UNIT 2 $359,000 LUXURIOUS UNITS IN PRIME LOCATION – Two luxurious, conveniently located units located close to schools, shops, The Mount Gambier Hospital and the centre of town – Unit 1 & 2 – 3 bedrooms, main with WIR and ensuite, built in robes in remaining 2 bedrooms

– Gas cooking, dishwasher, ample cupboard space, gas ducted hea ng, under cover outdoor entertaining, low maintenance gardens – Unit 1 currently being u lised as an AirBnB with steady bookings throughout the year

276 PINEHALL AVENUE, SUTTONTOWN LE FO A R SE

5177 CLAYWELLS RD, WATTLE RANGE

$159,000 CHARMING HOME FILLED WITH CHARACTER – Set on approximately 2.5 acres just 20 mins to Penola and 40mins to Robe. – Country style kitchen, oﬀering electric cooking, a double sink, a generous butlers panty and slow combus on wood hea ng, large lounge with slow combus on wood hea ng. Other features include two large bedrooms and a smaller

sleepout room, bathroom with shower, bath and vanity and a separate toilet oﬀ the laundry in the rear porch/ sunroom area, detached single car garage, a woodshed, rainwater plumbed to the home and plenty of room for ﬂower & vegetable gardens.

$485 PER WEEK ELEGANT COUNTRY LIVING MINUTES FROM TOWN Available 24th April 2020 – Solid family home close to schools, hospital and shopping centre – 12-foot ceilings, open plan kitchen/dining/living areas – Wood hea ng & reverse cycle air condi oning

– Large bedrooms, three with BIR – Detached co age for guests or teen retreat – Double car garage, 4-bay machinery shed, established gardens & fruit trees – Bond $2910.00 – 12 month lease – Pets nego able

7 Helen Street, Mount Gambier (08) 8725 5290 www.completerealestate.net.com

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Call Kim Cawthorne or Marika Hart on 0499 165 271 37 Canavan Road, Mount Gambier

11 Kingsley Court, Mount Gambier

17 Dove Place, Mount Gambier

RENTALS

BOOK NOW SAT 2nd Sun 3rd

$187,000-$193,000

BOOK YOUR PREFERRED TIME Sunday 3rd May

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10:00am Available

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- Elevated brick and tile home in popular Conroe area

- Updated kitchen

- Slow combustion heating

- Great storage throughout the home

- Neat yard with garden shed

- Massive shed 6m by 12m approx. - Current rental market analysis estimated at $260 p/w

Kim Cawthorne

3/21 Acacia Street Available Now

$185pw

1 Hosking Avenue Available Now

$210pw

4 Cowell Street, Tarpeena Available Now

$220pw

1/5 Banksia Street Available Now

$250pw

6/48 Crouch Street North Available Now

$250pw

Contact Jessie Little

7 Helen Street, Mount Gambier (08) 8725 0500 www.herbertcommercial.com.au

1/88-90 Commercial Street East, Mount Gambier

Portion 4 Scott Court, Mount Gambier

FOR LEASE

$40,500 PA + GST + OUTGOINGS | Approx. 360m2

$19,200 PA + GST + OUTGOINGS | Approx. 110m2

Spacious retail space of approx. 360m2 formerly ﬁt-out as a restaurant Includes a generous storage area and kitchenette/lunchroom plus 2 toilets. Approx. 5 oﬀ-street car parks at rear Rear access with loading dock Featuring air Conditioning and modern shop front Nearby to other well known, successful business such as Sureway Employment and Training, Dale Cleves Music, Spot On Fishing Tackle and Golden Chopsticks

Lauren Smith & Matt Kain

Modern first floor office space of approx. 110m2 Full kitchen with electric appliances, ample bench and cupboard space Open plan work area plus storage and board room Board room with large sliding privacy door, projector and screen Air-conditioning and heating for year round comfort Located above the Studform office and nearby Caltex Mount Gambier North and Colourkote Zoned: Commerce/industry

Lauren Smith & Matt Kain RLA 226179

Sunset Kitchen open for business

NEWS

in brief

Taking the garden to the people

The dahlias in the Portland Botanic Gardens have been looking beautiful so rather than leave them in the garden where no one was able to enjoy them, Glenelg Shire Council donated these dahlias to businesses, hospitals and aged care facilities right across the Shire, so that everyone, including our most vulnerable, could still appreciate these beautiful flowers. Heywood Rural Health was extremely grateful for the donation, using the flowers to form part of their ANZAC Day wreaths.

Mount Gambier’s Sunset Kitchen is continuing to provide its free takeaway meal service with both Monday and Wednesday night now seeing hot meals, as well as other snack foods, including fruit and pastries, at the ready to hand out to anyone who heads to the Frew Park kitchen. The usual weekly offering is take away meals on Monday and a sit down two course meal on Wednesday but kitchen volunteers have adapted to the current situation to now offer a take away service on both nights, between 6pm and 6.30pm. Sunset Kitchen volunteer Maree Thompson said the kitchen had already seen a number of new faces in the past couple of weeks. “We have been able to give out quite a bag of goodies with our meals which we know really helps,” Maree said. Anyone is welcome to head to the Sunset Kitchen on Monday or Tuesday evenings between 6pm and 6.30pm to pick up a meal.

End of an era After almost a quarter of a century of growing apples at Kalangadoo Michell & Chris McColl have handed over the reins, sending their final delivery of Pink Lady apples to stockists in Mount Gambier and South West Victoria last week. Regulars at the Limestone Coast Farmers Market, the couple and their incredible produce has been a staple on the food landscape in this region.

Windfall for local support group The Mount Gambier City Council has committed $10,000 to the Mount Gambier Prostate Cancer Support Group to assist in their purchase a Transperineal Biopsy Machine for the Limestone Coast.

Storage solution for meal delivery service The Salvation Army Portland and the Portland Community Mealshare Program are busier than ever experiencing an increased demand on services. This increased demand meant that they were running out of space to refrigerate the ever growing number of meals. Glenelg Shire Council have stepped in to solve the problem, lending a commercial refrigerator to the charity. Now the Mealshare program has more than

enough room to store their meals and support our community.

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48 TOLLNER RD, MT GAMBIER

11A WALLACE ST, MT GAMBIER

12 TELOPEA CRT, WORROLONG

5000M2 BLOCK DAMIAN VENN 0438 904 771

$175,000

DAMIAN VENN 0438 904 771

ALISTAIR COONAN 0422 156 363

$300,000

SPRINGVIEW ESTATE

4/10 WILLIAM ST, MT GAMBIER

$370,000 1

DAMIAN VENN 0438 904 771 25 LAKE TCE WEST, MT GAMBIER

$335,000 5

Collins St, Suttontown

LOT 225 - $120,000 - 1244m2 LOT 226 - $120,000 - 1244m2 LOT 248 - $125,000 - 1196m2 LOT 249 - $125,000 - 1195m2

DAMIAN VENN 0438 904 771

Services include town water, sewer, power & Telstra

$170,000

ALISTAIR COONAN 0422 156 363 $489,000-$499,000

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Highly Commended - Primary to Year 4 - Ivy Masnefield - Oh to be Four

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Winner - Primary to Year 4 Matilda Doolan - The Kaurna People

Highly Commended - Primary to Year 4 Molly Longhurst - Up a Gum Tree

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UNCLE TOM’S CABIN Harriet Beecher Stowe Uncle Tom’s Cabin brought the evils of slavery to the consciences and hearts of the American people by its moving portrayal of slave experience. Harriet Beecher Stowe shows us in scenes of great dramatic power the human effects of a system in which slaves were property: the break up of families, the struggles for freedom, and the horrors of plantation labour. She brings into fiction the different voices of the emerging American nation; the Southern slave-owning classes, Northern abolitionists, the sorrow songs and dialect of slaves, as well as the language of political debate and religious zeal. The novel was, and is, controversial and abrasive in its demand for change. Harriet Beecher Stowe was born in Litchfield, Connecticut, in 1811, the seventh child of a well-known Congregational minister, Lyman Beecher. The family moved to Cincinnati, Ohio, where she met and married Calvin Stowe, a professor of theology, in 1836. Living just across the Ohio River from the slave-holding state of Kentucky, and becoming aware of the plight of escaping slaves, led her to write Uncle Tom’s Cabin, published in book form in 1842. She wrote the novel amidst the difficulties of bringing up a large family of six children. Uncle Tom’s Cabin first appeared as a 40 week serial in The National Era, an abolitionist periodical, starting with the June 5, 1851, issue. It was originally intended as a shorter narrative that would run for only a few weeks. Stowe expanded the story significantly, however, and it was instantly popular and she eventually consented for it to be published as a complete book.

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1kg gravy beef, cut into 3cm pieces 2 tablespoons plain flour 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 brown onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed

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Method Place beef in a large bowl. Add flour. Season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat. Heat the oil in a 10-cup-capacity, heavy-based flameproof casserole dish over medium-high heat. Cook beef, in 3 batches, for 5 to 6 minutes or until browned all over. Transfer to a heatproof bowl. Add onion to dish. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until softened. Add garlic and paprika. Cook for 1 minute. Stir in tomato paste, mustard and stock. Bring to the boil. Return beef to dish. Reduce heat to low. Cover. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 11⁄2 hours. Remove lid. Simmer for a further 1 hour (see notes). Add mushrooms. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally for 30 minutes or until beef is very tender. Remove from heat. Stir in sour cream. Preheat oven to 200C/180C fan-forced. Meanwhile make Mash Topping: Place potato in a large saucepan. Cover with cold water. Bring to the boil over high heat. Boil for 12 to 15 minutes or until potato is very tender. Drain well. Return potato to pan. Add sour cream and half of the butter. Mash until smooth and combined. Season with salt and pepper. Dollop beef mixture with mash topping. Spread to cover filling. Dot with remaining butter. Bake for 25 minutes or until top is golden. Stand for 10 minutes. Sprinkle with chives. Serve with beans.

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LOCAL SPORT The Mount Gambier District Little Athletics Centre 2019/20 season was cut short but it was still a stunning season for the 144 registered athletes, aged from four to 16. In a good sign for the future, 55 of those athletes were new members, with the Under 9 Girls and Under 7 Boys categories attracting the highest number of participants. The centre not only runs a three week program during the season that exposes the athletes to running/walking, jumping and throwing events over the three weeks of sessions but also adopted the On Track program for the Under 6 age group, which has a strong emphasis on fun. The centre saw athletes rack up around 1800 personal best times over the course of the season, while 18 new centre records were set, including the eclipsing of some long standing marks. Lara Wilson set a new shot put record in the Under 14 Female, when she hit the 9.62m mark, breaking the 1990 record from Tanya Lowe (9.61) by the narrowest of margins, also eclipsing the discus record, that had stood for 15 years, by two and a half metres, breaking her own new record as well in the 2019/20 season. That was by far the longest standing record broken this season with many from the early 2000s also going by the wayside. Other record breakers were Leila Croker (Under 14 Female javelin & 80m hurdles); Jacob Gordon (Under 11 Male discus & 1100m walk); Hayden Crowe (Under 16 Male 100m & 400m) and Hamish Gordon (Under 10 Male shot put & 1100m walk â&#x20AC;&#x201C; breaking both twice). Jorja Glynn, Cody Beames, Jessica Holman and Harrison Ellis also set records in the 80m hurdles, which was a new distance in their age group category. Aside from the Gold, Silver & Bronze medals handed out in each age group, there were some other special awards handed out at season's end with Hayden Crowe named Athlete of the Year and Kelly Hillstone named Club Person of the Year. Darcy Burford, Sara Richards, Isobel Richards, Fergus Tarr, Samuel Ellis, Riley Kennett, Jack McGill & Lucy Dening were honoured for hitting the 50 attendance mark, while Jack Thompson, Cooper Hutchesson & Connor Hutchesson were honoured for 100 attendance achievements. The input from specialist coach Sally Taylor and former athlete Kaylee Whitehead, who took on the Tiny Tots program, was also recognised. At this stage, the 2020/21 season will kick off in Term 4 this year and run through until May 2021, with the cross country events rounding out the season. A full list of medallists in each age group will be published next week to include the silver and bronze medallists. OTHER AWARDS Encouragement Trophies Charlotte Tarr (Female) & Alejanro Jager (Male) Overall Individual Performance & Attendance (Under 6 to Under 10) Kiahna Little (Female) & Hamish Gordon (Male) Overall Individual Performance & Attendance (Under 11 to Under 17) Emily Lynch (Female) & Harrison Ellis (Male)

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LOCAL SPORT No place like home for sister act At the moment, the training has not changed quite as dramatically as the location for Super Netball sisters Nyah and Sienna Allen. The duo returned home to Mount Gambier when the 2020 season was postponed and State borders were set to be closed and since then, while they have obviously had no team sessions, it has basically been a continuation of the preseason. Nyah, leaving behind the state-of-the-art training facility at Collingwood, where she was also rubbing shoulders with the AFL and AFLW stars, and Sienna, the warmth of Queensland from her home base with the Sunshine Coast Lightning. Three weights sessions three interval conditioning sessions, three aerobic based sessions, five skills sessions and yoga and stretching sessions make up the now typical week for the sisters, who have the added value of being able to train together. They are the perfect training partners, Nyah honing her craft as a goaler and Sienna as a

“...we have been using the Valley Lake & Centenary Tower trails to build on our aerobic endurance...” Sienna Allen (Sunshine Coast Lightning)

“...it has been so valuable training with each other as we can push each other and compete in trainings...” Nyah Allen (Collingwood) defender and this unique situation with being back in their howe town has afforded them the rare opportunity of actually training together. “Nyah and I have set up a gym in our house,” Sienna said. “We have been using the Valley Lake & Centenary Tower trails to build on our aerobic endurance and the tower stairs for speed and power and improving footwork.” And younger sister Nyah believes the opportunity to have a training partner in these unsual times has been a huge bonus. “We have been competing against each other doing time trials which has been really fun and different,” she said. “Coming home has been a great opportunity to train against each other and have some freedom to exercise outside in the fresh air. We forgot how open and pretty Mount Gambier is with the lakes and mountains.” Having a live-in training partner has been invaluable with the skills sessions, with the duo being able to set up a number of focussed drills that those training solo would just be able to complete. “We have been trying to stimulate what we would be doing at training,” Sienna said. “Defensively I have been using this time to set up different scenarios and practising my body angles and the way I position my body to see the ball and player and the angles I run to intercept the ball. We have also been focusing on improving our ball handling, using tennis balls and netballs to improve our hand eye coordination and ball placement.” Being in Mount Gambier, where the State restrictions are less arduous than both Queensland and Victoria, has been a godsend for the girls and they will return to their clubs, when allowed, safe in the knowledge they have worked as hard as possible and to the highest possible level while dealing with this unprecedented situation. “Mount Gambier is a beautiful place with lots of space to train,” Sienna said, with both girls admitting while being home has been great, they do miss their team mates and the competitiveness of the team environment at training sessions. Both girls have daily contact with players and coaches

“...we give each other honest tips and feedback...” Sienna Allen (Sunshine Coast Lightning) via Skype meetings and What’s App group chats. But they do realise by training together and being able to simulate some team training drills, they have had the chance to work on their game in a more conducive environment than most. “A lot of our team mates don’t have the ability to train with other players due to the current situation so it has been great training with and against Nyah as it gives me immediate feedback on the intensity that I am training at,” Sienna said. “We give each other honest tips and feedback.” Nyah agrees, having a training partner has added to the intensity of their work outs. “It has been so valuable training with each other as we can push each other and compete in trainings,” she said. In her second season with the Sunshine Coast Lightning, Sienna is looking forward to returning to team training, given the calibre of team mates she can learn from every day. “I am very lucky to be able to train daily with the number one and two ranked netballers in the world, being Karla Pretorius and Laura Langman and as a result my knowledge of the game has improved massively,” she said. “Lightning are a very tactical team that love structure, especially in defence.” Nyah is also in her second season as a training partner, moving to the high profile Collingwood franchise for the 2020 season and she could not be happier with the move. “I have enjoyed everything,” Nyah said. “I love the people and trainings and I have learnt a lot from Natalie Medhurst. She is so knowledgeable and smart. Rob is the best coach I have had so far. He thinks outside the square and has so much attention to detail. I haven’t came across a coach like him and he also has such a strong relationship with all the players.” At this stage there has been no indication as to when Suncorp Super Netball might be able to take to the court.

“...we have been competing against each other doing time trials which has been really fun and different...” Nyah Allen (Collingwood)

CLASSIC SPORT MOVIES Million Dollar Baby (2004) Wanting to learn from the best, aspiring boxer Maggie Fitzgerald (Hilary Swank) wants Frankie Dunn (Clint Eastwood) to train her. At the outset, he flatly refuses saying he has no interest in training a girl. Frankie leads a lonely existence, alienated from his only daughter and having few friends. Maggie’s rough around the edges, but shows a lot of grit in the ring and he eventually relents. Maggie not only proves to be the boxer he always dreamed of having under his wing, but a friend who fills the great void he’s had in his life. Maggie’s career skyrockets, but an accident in the ring leads her to ask Frankie for one last favour. Swank took home the Best Actress Oscar for this performance. Soul Surfer (2011) Thirteen year old Bethany Hamilton is a champion surfer who was born to be in the water. But after a fun night out night surfing and what should be a fun day in the water, she is attacked by a shark and loses her arm. Rushed to the hospital, she remains calm, and maintains her faith in God. Now she has to re-learn how to do everything with only one arm - including how to surf. It will take her friends, family, and her Christian faith to get her back into the water, but if that is where she is meant to be, she will find a way to get there. We Are Marshall (2006) Football is a game that knocks you down, then expects you to get back up. Life hit the West Virginia town of Huntington and its Marshall University even harder. When it did, Jack Lengyel came by to help pull them onto their feet by taking the job no one wanted: rebuilding the Marshall football program only months after a plane crash wiped out Marshall’s beloved Thundering Herd. Matthew McConaughey portrays Lengyel, the energetic, compassionate coach of inexperienced players whose chances of victory are slim and none. They’ll go with the slim. And as they do, their true-life story of heart, healing, and football will thrill and inspire you. It’s game day. Time to play till the whistle blows!

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“...it has been quite challenging without a full gym but I am making do with what I have...”

Close to a return When Brad Close was given an AFL lifeline by Geelong last year in the rookie draft at pick 14, the North Gambier premiership star couldn’t wait to start life at Kardinia Park. And for the three week block at the club prior to the Christmas break everything was going smoothly with the usual orientation sessions and a raft of fitness testing as the five new draftees were introduced to life on an AFL list. “It was all about seeing where our bodies were at,” Close said. “There was not a lot of actual training just a lot of testing from running to strength to all kinds of things. We maybe did half a training session here and there. That is mainly about getting our bodies to adapt to what is required so it was almost laid back at first.” There was a gruelling 15 minute time trial that Close was assured everyone hates doing but what he was pleased about across all the testing was that he appeared to be around the mark. “Going into it I was nervous and a little worried about what shape I was in,” Close said. “But all the new guys were pretty similar. Some were better at running, some better at the gym but mostly at the same level.” Once post Christmas training started, Close started to feel even more comfortable on the training track but admits there still was a period of adjustment once he was doing the full load, which is five and a half days a week. “For the first few weeks I remember the body was always sore and I was tired every night,” Close said. “But my body did adapt and I got into a rhythm and my body quickly started to feel better.”

That solid two month pre-season certainly gave Close a great insight to life inside a club. For three days a week he is basically at the club from 8am to 5pm, with a training session in the morning and then weights in the afternoon. Other days are filled with swimming and boxing and other non-football sessions, with a strong fitness component and there is also the training videos to analyse and go through. As new players there has also been a raft of player education sessions, some run by the AFL Players Association and others direct from the club, covering finance, cultural awareness, drugs, alcohol and gambling. “We did do gambling and drugs and alcohol session when I was at Glenelg but all the other stuff is really new to me,” Close said. And that’s not the only stark difference, giving life on an SANFL list, where Close was part of Glenelg’s drought breaking 2019 premiership, was only two nights a week of training with an extra strength session and an optional session. Close is loving his new training regime, though, and also taking advantage of the outstanding new facilities at Geelong, especially the raft of recovery options, including the pool, ice baths and spa. “I am there a lot on my off days as well,” he said. “I am making sure my body can be the best it can be.” There has also been plenty of information regarding nutrition, with the club’s dietician

even taking the new recruits on a shopping trip to Coles to show them just what they should be buying and what they should be avoiding. The information handed out on nutrition hasn’t seen Close have to make too many changes, except for perhaps the amount he eats. “I have to eat as much as I can,” he said. “It is all about refuelling.” He has also been guided through the maze of protein powders and other recommended supplements to ensure he keeps putting on mass and keep in shape. There was also plenty of time for inter-club training matches which also allowed Close to find his feet and develop his role in the forward line. And he loved the experience of travelling to the Gold Coast for one of the club’s official preseason games. “Obviously the result wasn’t great for Geelong but it was a great experience for me to see how you train and prepare for a game, what’s involved when you travel to play and I think that will be good for me if I get another opportunity,” he said. Close works closely with the forward group and is tapping into the intel of Gryan Miers and Luke Dahlhaus, who play similar roles to what the Cats are hoping Close will play at the Cattery, while Tom Hawkins has also been a good source of information for Close, who, from a coaching staff point of view, has worked most closely with forward line coach Corey Enright. He shares a house with Jake Kolodjashnij and Close has also enjoyed learning the ropes from a teammate. “He was been injured a bit so we are on a different training set up but it has been good just to learn from him and have someone to hang out with that is doing the same stuff as me,” Close said. Of course, Close has found himself back in Mount Gambier much sooner than anticipated, although at the end of last week, he was hoping to have a return date from the club for his return to Geelong. It has seen Close set up with a solo training program to keep in shape, as well as a couple of meetings a week online, just to keep in touch with the coaching staff and players. “It has been quite challenging without a full gym but I am making do with what I have,” he said.

“...I am making sure my body can be the best it can be...”

CLASSIC SPORT MOVIES Seabiscuit (2003) On New Year’s Eve, 1938, columnist Walter Winchell published his annual list of the year’s top ten newsmakers. Franklin Delano Roosevelt was among those mentioned. So was British Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain and Nazi leader Adolf Hitler. The tenth spot, however, went to a horse. In the 1930s, when Americans longed to escape the grim realities of Depression era, Seabiscuit became a working man’s hero. At the height of his career, Seabiscuit became a national obsession. His name was used to sell everything from oranges to hotels, from ladies’ hats to dry-cleaning services. Tens of thousands of fans swarmed to the racetracks just to see him work out. One writer called the phenomenon Seabiscuit-itus. Moneyball (2011) Based on a true story, Moneyball is a movie for anybody who has ever dreamed of taking on the system. Brad Pitt stars as Billy Beane, the general manager of the Oakland A’s and the guy who assembles the team, who has an epiphany: all of baseball’s conventional wisdom is wrong. Forced to reinvent his team on a tight budget, Beane will have to outsmart the richer clubs. The onetime jock teams with Ivy League grad Peter Brand (Jonah Hill) in an unlikely partnership, recruiting bargain players that the scouts call flawed, but all of whom have an ability to get on base, score runs, and win games. It’s more than baseball, it’s a revolution - one that challenges old school traditions and puts Beane in the crosshairs of those who say he’s tearing out the heart and soul of the game.

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33,990

Michael Summers 0448 006 979 michaels@barrymaney.com.au

WAS

48,990

NOW

47,990

12,759kms, auto, sunroof, cruise, reverse camera, 19” alloys, 2 zone climate control, bluetooth, sat nav, heated $ leather seats. 1OY5NQ Internet ID: 30717

ONLY

34,990

INSTANT ASSET WRITE OFF Take advantage of the Federal Government’s new economic stimulus package Buying a New or used Car or Truck has never been less taxing with the Federal Government’s new Economic Stimulus Package. Announced earlier this week, businesses with an annual turnover of up to $500 million now have the opportunity to take advantage of several stimulus initiatives including:

2018 VOLKSWAGEN CADDY TSI220

2012 TOYOTA LANDCRUISER PRADO ALTITUDE

2016 FORD RANGER XLT PX 4X4

7sp sports auto, sliding cargo door, 773kg payload, 5 year unlimited km warranty, air conditioning, cruise, bluetooth. S730CCE Internet ID: 30744

Auto, 3 litres diesel, sat nav, reverse camera, 7 seats, 17” alloys, cruise, sunroof, multi-zone climate control. S835ANU Internet ID: 30564

Auto, 3.2 litres diesel, sat nav, 2 zone climate control, 17” alloys, cruise, power windows, side steps. 1IY7AB Internet ID: 30629

ONLY $

21,990

WAS

23,990

NOW

22,990

WAS

35,990

NOW

34,990

$150,000 INSTANT ASSET WRITE OFF Applicable to any eligible new or used car with a purchase price of up to $150,000 (excluding GST), or less acquired from 12 March to 30 June 2020 The information provided is general in nature and all customers must seek their own independent tax advice and accounting advice before making a vehicle purchase. You can find out more about the Government’s new Economic Stimulus Package via the ATO or your Tax accountant.

2014 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA 93,324kms, 6sp manual, cruise, bluetooth, air conditioning, power windows, window tint. S461BFN. Internet ID: 30697

WAS

12,990

NOW

12,490

2010 HOLDEN COMMODORE OMEGA VE

2017 FORD RANGER XL PX 4X4

Auto, 16” alloys, dual fuel, 2 zone climate control, cruise, bluetooth. S896AJG Internet ID: 30727

67,564kms, auto, 3.2 litres diesel, 3.5T towing capacity, bullbar, cruise, rear camera, bluetooth, trraction control. S422BPV Internet ID: 30600

WAS

10,990

NOW

10,490

WAS

30,990

NOW

23,990

113 Commercial Street East, MOUNT GAMBIER LVD 106736 Prices exclude Government charges SALES HOTLINE 08 8721 3400 OR TOLL FREE 1800 042 270

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We are Open for Business At Noel Barr Toyota The health and safety of our guests and staff is our Number 1 priority. Through this challenging time we encourage you to access our services in the following ways

Contactless Servicing • Online and Phone bookings and payment facilities • Contactless Pick Up and Delivery • Pre and Post Sanitisation of your vehicle

Buy a Car from the safety of your Home • Full new and Used inventory at www.noelbarrtoyota.com.au • Contactless Test Drives and Deliveries • Phone and Email Quoting, Appraisals, Finance and Insurance

Parts and Accessories Purchase • View the Toyota Accessory Range at www.toyota.com.au • Phone/Email for Parts and Accessory Quotes • Contactless Parts Delivery These measures have been put in place in respect of the Australian Government’s requests to social distance and stay home where possible Noel Barr Toyota 35 Bay Road, Mount Gambier T: 08 8721 3333 LMVD 65317 noelbarrtoyota.com.au

Carlin & Gazzard Honda 116-138 Commercial Street East. Mount Gambier. Phone 8723 8881, George Haskas 0409 671 074.