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Issue No. 207 – Thursday, December 8, 2011

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■ FIRE RISK: Bushfire Safety and Prevention Solutions’ Brett Stephens inspects dead citrus trees in Loxton North which, like many other abandoned horticultural properties in the region, pose a high fire risk. Photo: BRAD PERRY

BUSHFIRE FEARS AN increasing number of abandoned horticultural properties across the Riverland has heightened the risk of bushfire in the coming warm months, according to an industry consultant. Bushfire Safety and Prevention Solutions’ Brett Stephens, who has worked in the fire management industry for almost 15 years, said a high number of

exited citrus properties in the river corridor poses a major risk for the region. “There is a lot of land that people have switched off water and it is not far from dryland farming,” he said. “The bushfire risk is higher because there's more blocks that people have just shut up and turned all the water off, so everything on there has been

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BRAD PERRY left to die. “Even if they have pushed the trees over and have burnt them, the grasses on the block are still quite high.” A clause on horticultural

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properties as part of the State Government’s irrigator exit package means those blocks cannot be used again to grow produce for five years, which Mr Stephens said creates a risk every summer. With solid rains throughout the year, Mr Stephens said not only are exited properties at risk but also vacant blocks, with grasses growing quickly.

“I think we are at a high risk because there is a lot of dry fuel, there is an excess amount of fine fuel from the rain, there is a lot of blocks that have the irrigation taken off in the last 12 to 18 months and probably more often than not, people are just simply complacent to potential bushfires in the Riverland,” he said. ■ Continued Page 6

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Exited properties pose serious fire risk HOW bushfire ready are households in the Riverland? The question must be asked because we have entered a risky bushfire period. The region has dryland farmers, property with dead fruit trees and vines and long grasses on land from good rains. A simple spark from machinery on the farm could cause horrific consequences. What concerns me the most is the blocks where water has been turned off and the trees left to die. There are a number of these properties throughout the region. There is little green amongst the potential firewood and on most properties, long grass is growing in between. Many of the properties are also rural, with acres of land surrounding them. If not, the properties are directly next to houses. Irrigation properties, where the owner has taken a State Government exit package, cannot be used for horticultural for five years. Therefore each year the bushfire risk remains and grows. Something must be done before it is too late.

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Schools cop cough By BRAD PERRY A LEADING Riverland doctor has warned parents to isolate children with any coughing symptoms as local schools battle to contain whooping cough. Riverland Division of General Practice Dr Grant Baker said the contagious disease has been spreading sporadically throughout the region over several months. Loxton Primary School last week confirmed there were at least five students with whoop-

ing cough, who were all on antibiotics and not attending school. Dr Baker said the disease can spread quickly, especially through the younger generation. “Once they get into school populations, if people aren't isolated they do tend to go through schools,” he said. “Any child who goes to school with an infectious disease tends to spread it around because children don't always use the correct hygiene like washing their hands after coughing.

“The main message is if you have got an illness where you are coughing, or whether it be a gastroenteritis type illness, that you isolate yourself and don't attend school.” Whooping cough is still “a real threat” in the Riverland, according to Dr Baker. “If you have got an illness or a cough, try and avoid young children, particularly newborns and pregnant mums,” he said. “We've sporadically seen some whooping cough cases on and off in the past few years.”

River rubbish cause for concern A TOURIST has called for the Renmark Paringa Council to look into the number of bins in the town centre after a number of aerosol cans were thrown into the River Murray during Friday's Christmas pageant. Crystal Brook resident Jane Starkey travelled to the region for the Renmark Christmas Pageant and left disgusted at the actions of several youths. Mrs Starkey believes the town needs more bins or regulations on the age limit of children using aerosol cans to spray novelty foam and string. “It was sad...to go down and sit on the riverbank ready for the fireworks to see these cans floating in the water around the

ducks,” she said. “I don't know whether there was a shortage of bins or whether the children were just plain lazy to put them in the bin. “Maybe next year council could put a few more wheelie bins out.” Over a two hour period, a large number of cans were thrown into the river, according to Mrs Starkey. “I know it's fun, I'm not picking on the fun part of it, I'm picking on if they are going to be responsible these cans should be put in the bin,” she said. Mrs Starkey said most of the people at the pageant were well behaved and the overall night was great, except for

watching cans being thrown into the river. However, she said a boat did scoop the cans from the water. The public toilets on the Renmark Avenue median strip also became strewn with 'silly string', foam and toilet paper, according to Mrs Starkey. “By 7pm you couldn't use them, they were disgusting,” she said. “We were all complaining about it because it got quite dangerous...there was silly string and foam all over the seats and tiles, we had to be careful we didn't slip over.” The Renmark Paringa Council was unavailable for comment at the time of print.

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The new truck rest area as part of the $6.3 million project is also nearing completion and when finished will address driver fatigue and create safer roads.

Federal Infrastructure Minister Anthony Albanese said the project is a major boost for the state. “The combination of Quarantine Station,

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UPGRADES to the Berri Irrigation Pump Station are nearing completion according to a Central Irrigation Trust (CIT) official. The upgrades, which have cost around $4 million, commenced back in April and CIT's Chas Nokes said the completion is on schedule. “The second stage is going to be commissioned (today) and that will continue through until roundabout December 16,” Mr Nokes said. “The aim is that the commissioning will be finished and it will be just fine tuning from there until Christmas.” Mr Nokes said the upgrades to the station will be a welcome relief for many. “This is a big step for us at CIT and for the Berri growers,” he said. “It's going to give more control of the system and more stable supply of water as far as pressure goes.” “It'll be steadier and more constant pressure. “Plus our infrastructure is going to be more modern and up-to-date and not ageing as (it was previously), which was bordering on being unreliable.” Mr Nokes confirmed there will be minor pressure fluctuations during the commissioning period. “We'll also be contacting growers and seeking their assistance,” he said. “(We'll be) getting them to assist us in taking water at certain times of the day to allow us to commission the higher flows.”

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Amalgamation talks still alive By BRAD PERRY THE Berri Barmera Council has refused to dismiss the concept of amalgamation and will take the issue to the next local government forum. Despite criticism against any merging or amalgamations within the three Riverland councils, Berri Barmera Council Mayor Peter Hunt said the topic must continue to remain on the agenda and is proposing representatives from each council meet to discuss the fors and againsts. Responses received from Loxton Waikerie and Renmark Paringa councils suggests greater development of shared services and

formalised resources. However, Loxton Waikerie Council Mayor Leon Stasinowsky stated, “council have not formally committed to support the formation of one Riverland Council, believing further investigation and discussion into the benefits of amalgamation will need to be undertaken before a response in favour or not can be supplied�. Mr Hunt said parochialism must be set aside and an amalgamation discussed extensively. “It may not happen for another eight to 10 years but it wouldn’t hurt to have that information there,� he said. “Parochialism and rivalry is

good on the football field or the basketball court or against one another in sport but our councils are big business these days and we have to account for our ratepayers. “I think we need to go down the track and the avenue of at least investigating the fors and againsts of amalgamations to form a regional Riverland council.� Amalgamating the three councils could have many benefits including more pulling power when it comes to applying for funding, according to Mr Hunt. “At the moment, even

though we are resource sharing, we are still separate councils and we still have to be out there trying to get whatever we can for our own particular area,� he said. “Our main concern is that we need to be looking after our ratepayers and if we can see that by amalgamating three councils can do that, why would it not be contemplated? “The comment that the former Renmark Paringa Council Mayor (Rod Thomas) made that we will never amalgamate is just negative thinking.�

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Future mining potential in local’s hands By BRAD PERRY MEMBER for Chaffey Tim Whetstone believes the Riverland community must take ownership and drive a proposal for the region to benefit from the imminent mining boom. BHP Billiton representatives met with local government, Regional Development Australia and a number of businesses and interested people in Berri on Tuesday. Those in attendance at a public meeting were given a presentation on the potential work that BHP will require as the Olympic Dam expansion pushes forward. Following a question and answer session, Mr Whetstone told the 50 strong crowd that it was not up to BHP to take the next step, instead the proposal lies in the hands of locals. “The region has to take ownership,� he said. “It is not BHP's role to set-up an airport. “It's up to the region, it's up to the people to be part of that and push that along.� Mr Whetstone said the Riverland could model itself on other areas which have adjusted to re-

ceive advantages from the mining industry, such as the Eyre Peninsula. “They were very buoyed by the level of support the region is offering BHP but also the acceptance that we are prepared to look at other models in other regions that are working,� he said. “If we can lure people to the region and if we look at the Evocities proposal, which has been supported by government and by council, it could potentially bring people here to be part of a fly-in/ fly-out workforce. “It's an 80 year life of the mine and what it is saying to us is the potential for regions to be part of this is huge.� Adjusting to the skills and workforce BHP is looking for would be of great benefit to the region, according to Mr Whetstone. “We perhaps do need a better education program in our schools and our TAFE colleges, so we are better prepared when we need the influx of skilled workforce,� he said. Loxton Waikerie Council Mayor Leon Stasinowsky said talks with BHP are still in the very early stages. “They are looking at big-

ger numbers and what they are also looking at is living on site because they predominantly do that now,� he said. “They know that won't be able to happen immediately and they will have to get personnel from around to fly-in and out. “If businesses can work together to get contracts to build stuff, it has to have a positive impact on the Riverland and for us as councils because it keeps employment and keeps businesses going, whereas when the drought was on, a lot of businesses folded

or nearly folded.� Graham Redway, of local business Riverland Steel Metaland, described Tuesday's presentation as overwhelming. “As far as I'm concerned it's a huge project and looking at it from a small country town point of view, it's a little bit overwhelming,� he said. “But when you see the way they have it planned, they are staging it so if you get in at the right level you could get some work out of it.� BHP Billiton was unavailable to comment on Tuesday's visit.

â– DISCUSSIONS: BHP Billiton procurement leader Mike Roberts, senior stakeholder relations adviser Leah Grantham and Member for Chaffey Tim Whetstone talk mining options as local business representatives Geoff Hibberd (left) and David Lidner watch proceedings on Tuesday. Photo: BRAD PERRY

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United approach to Basin Plan response “We're happy to be at the table and willing to work in good faith with the Premier because we think from our perspective, a unified state response is a good idea provided that it is in fact a balanced response and that it caters for the needs of the irrigators as well as the environment and other water users,� he said. “We were also careful to point out, in regards to

the plan, that we thought that if everybody was going to share in the gain of a better and a healthier river, then everybody needed to share in the pain and not just some specific regional communities.� Mr Haslett said the Premier recognises the Riverland and state's efficient history and will fight on their behalf. “A plan's important but we need to make sure

that the plan does reflect the balance that we all need and at this stage the Premier supported recognising South Australia's prior history in a practical sense and that the High Court challenge was a potential tool he had in the bag with which to help negotiate for a fair and equitable outcome for South Australia,� he said. Member for Chaffey Tim Whetstone said Mon-

day's meeting was very positive. “There was a united voice consensus on what this region presented to the State Government and more importantly just what our position is in response to the draft plan,� he said. “I think it's a long way to go before we consider a High Court challenge, for South Australia no plan is not an option.�

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RIVERLAND irrigators and industry leaders were part of a group to meet with South Australian Premier Jay Weatherill on Monday to discuss the state's response to the Murray Darling Basin draft plan. South Australia River Communities spokersperson Ben Haslett said the group will support the united response from the state, as long as it is balanced.


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n alert: CCW Co-op viticulturist Andrew Weeks is concerned about the increase of downy and powdery mildew (right) in Riverland vineyards.

n learning: Century Orchards managing director Geoff Ablett explores an almond with Training and Skills Commission deputy chair Miriam Silva and chair Adrian Smith during this week’s visit. Photo: brad perry

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By BRAD PERRY A VITAL vineyard at the Loxton Research Centre is helping irrigators fight the growing threat of disease. Weather conditions will see winegrape growers on high alert for the spread of downy mildew for the remainder of the week. The Loxton Research Centre vineyard has not been treated with any sprays, showcasing powdery and downy mildew, botrytis in full effect. CCW Co-op viticulturist Andrew Weeks said the Research Centre’s rows of winegrapes have helped predict disease patterns this season. “This is a really valuable patch of winegrapes here at the Loxton Research Centre because it’s not sprayed with any fungicide,” Mr Week said. “So we can see what the worst case scenario would be like, the untreated option, if growers didn’t put on proper spray or put on any sprays. “It serves as an early warning system for us because often the disease will show up first here where it’s not controlled at all and if you start detecting it here it probably gives you a

few weeks warning of what might be showing up in some of the sprayed vineyards, some of the vineyards where the control wasn’t as good as it could be.” Signs of downy mildew have already started to appear in many vineyards across the Riverland. “If you’ve got a canopy that’s all closed up, dark and hot, humid and wet inside, then obviously you are going to get fungus growing in there and that’s a problem,” he said. “The (coming) weather could bring further problems as far as disease goes, so we are holding out and seeing what’s going to happen out of that.” Mr Weeks said there is much more to learn about powdery and downy mildew. “When we have problem years like this, we realise there is so much we don’t know,” Mr Weeks said. “You think you know enough and you have seen a fair bit of it but then something like this year comes up again and it has caught us by surprise. “The initial infection that start-

ed all this spread of downy mildew through the vines was something that really caught us off guard. “The conditions were at best marginal and yet it has got going in so many vineyards and it would be lovely to drill down on why that happened and to know a bit more.” Mr Week said trials at the Loxton Research Centre are valuable to the winegrape industry and he said he would like to see the centre given more support to expand projects. “Agricultural has become a little less profitable, the staff numbers at this centre have gone down a bit but certainly we don’t want to see it go down any further,” he said. “In fact, there are signs that things could pick up not only in the wine industry but all industries locally and I would certainly like to see more resources poured into this place and to see it return to its former glory.” Loxton Research Centre farm manager Gary Grigson said other trials at the facility are being done on vines to see the most efficient spray rate for controlling downy mildew.

THE Riverland’s skil shortage is expected to be addressed after an advisory group raised the issue during a visit to the region this week. State Training and Skills Commission representatives visited businesses in Loxton and Renmark during a tour of the Riverland on Monday. Made up of business employees, academics, union representatives and retirees, the group provides independent advice to the State Government on skills and workforce development priorities throughout South Australia. State Training and Skills Commission chair Adrian Smith said there are several areas in the Riverland workforce that need to be addressed. “The opportunities are there for great employment right across the board but it does require an uplevel of skills and places like the Riverland, have traditionally had lower skill levels than the rest of the

state,” he said. “It (the Riverland) has a lot of impediments to people participating in the workforce, so we need to taylor programs to get participation levels up. “One of the things we found is this area has an ageing population. “I think we are talking 2014 before the number of people leaving the workforce will be greater than those entering.” Trying to entice the younger generation to participate in horticulture is also on the commission’s agenda. “The future of the horticulture industry is less people working on the land but at a higher skill with a lot more automation and mechanism, so that requires appropriate training and appropriate support mechanisms and that’s the sort of advice we try to give,” Mr Smith said. The group visited Calperum Station and Loxton based Century Orchards during the visit.

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Anger over footage By BRAD PERRY FOOTAGE on a national television program suggesting a local business was for sale due to downturn in trade has been met with anger. Channel Ten’s The Project last week aired a piece on the release of the Murray Darling Basin draft plan, showing the streets of Berri and focusing on Adrienne’s Frock Salon’s for sale sign. Adrienne’s Frock Salon owner Jenny Todd said she was “irate� after seeing the segment. “I thought it was very unfair to be shown as being for sale in the same breath as saying the Riverland is going to suffer because of the Murray Darling Basin draft plan,� she said. “The Riverland doesn’t need that sort of negative publicity. “We want people to come and visit and when they see things like that they stay away. “They took it (footage) without my

permission and used it in the context of being for sale because of the downturn in trade which is not the truth. “It’s because we want a lifestyle change.� Despite the nightly television program suggesting the business is struggling, Mrs Todd said that is not the case. “My name wasn’t on there but anyone in the Riverland would have known it was our business,� she said. “I feel a person could see it and say ‘well I’m not going to buy that then if that’s for sale because of the downturn’. “The biggest thing is that not every business for sale is for sale because of the so called downturn in trade because ours is not downturn in trade at all. “I’ve had really good years and the business has been in Berri 62 years, so it will keep going under the correct management when somebody buys it.�

Areas of Katarapko finally open after flood SECTIONS of Katarapko closed to the public for more than a year due to flooding have reopened. The Eckerts Creek and Lock 4 sections of Katarapko, within the Murray River National Park, were reopened recently by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). DENR district ranger Philip Strachan said during the high river event

of 2010 and 2011, both Eckerts Creek and Lock 4 were inundated and have only recently dried out. “Major road reinstatement works were required in these areas, along with replacement of temporary bridge structures, cleaning of campsites and cleaning of facilities, such as toilets and park signs,� Mr Strachan said.

■UNFAIR: Adrienne’s Frock Salon owner Jenny Todd is unhappy about footage on the 7pm Project which suggested her shop was for sale due to the region’s downturn.

Well respected counsellor signs off By BRAD PERRY THERE have been times when rural financial counsellor Max Baker has had to watch resilient farmers reduced to tears and there has been times of sheer happiness helping families survive against the odds. Working as a rural financial counsellor has certainly had its highs and lows but for Max, he has enjoyed the ride. The working life of one of the most respected Riverland counsellors will be honoured at a public farewell in February, when Max closes the curtains on a distinguished career. Max, who is the longest serving rural financial counsellor in South Australia, has worked for the service since 2006 but worked in the same role with the Central Riverland Financial Counselling Service four years prior. During those years, Max found himself helping irrigators in the height and harsh reality of the drought. Over his career, Max estimates to have had around 800 Riverland clients and he admits there were certainly some testing times. “I’ve had to assist a lot of people exit their farms and that’s always pretty sad because they’ve worked a long, long time but because of the drought and other reasons, they’ve decided to exit or they’ve been forced to exit and that always gets to you a bit,� he told the Riverland Weekly. “Quite often you would go out to a farm and you go through everything and they know they haven’t got a chance of surviving because the

â– OVER: Rural financial counsellor Max Baker will retire in February after many years in the industry. Photo: BRAD PERRY

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Christmas Special bank has issued a notice of demand. “It’s not good when you see husband and wife, 60 years of age, howling their eyes out because they lost the farm they’ve been on for 40 years. “You go home a bit sad that day.� Despite assisting growers and farmers during one of the region’s toughest ever periods, Max also has many fond memories of his role. “You go home pretty happy sometimes when you’ve dealt with a client during the day and you’ve really been able to help them out,� he said. “You may have got an interest rate subsidy approved that they never thought they would get.� While the drought has lifted, Max said the region still faces many challenges. “The drought is over but we are having a price drought now,� he said.

Living in Berri, retirement will be welcomed by Max’s family. “I’m approaching 66, so I want to be still young enough to get out and do some travel overseas and around Australia and we’re getting a lot of grandchildren now and they are spread out a bit,� he said. Rural Financial Counselling Service SA general manager Kay Matthias said Max will be missed. “He’s very well respected amongst not only our client group but industry in general and all of the industries that he works with and he is certainly well known across Australia,� she said. “He’s going to leave a big hole. “We are sad in one way to see him go but really happy for him in another.� Well known Riverland identitiy Lloyd Wright, who was a rural service officer with Centrelink, will take over from Max in February.

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■From Page 1 Many unused horticultural properties or vacant paddocks are close to homes and Mr Stephens said it would only take a split second for a bushfire to be started and it could potenially spread rapidly. “If somebody on the wrong day decides to flick a match, drop a match or if there is an accidental ignition from a tractor or piece of machinery, there has real potential from a bushfire point of view,� he said. “You could have a fast moving grass fire through the country travelling from average conditions, 10 to 15 kilometres an hour. “It doesn’t take long before it has travelled from a dryland farm or a fruit block.� Mr Stephens believes many Riverlanders are not ready for a bushfire and are complacent about the real dangers summer poses. “People’s perception is that there is not a risk in the Riverland and that’s a big one because people see

■CONCERN:Bushfire Safety and Prevention Solutions’ Brett Stephens walks through long grass next to dead citrus trees, which are both major fire concerns. Photo: BRAD PERRY

the Riverland as an irrigation centre and because it’s all irrigated, they see it as there is no risk,� he said. “I believe they are complacent to bushfire issues because they see the high risk bushfire area as the Mount Lofty Ranges, Kangaroo Island, Eyre Peninsula, they don’t see it as being a risk here. “At the end of the day it’s every

individual’s responsibility to make sure that if a fire starts on their property, they can contain it within their property boundaries.� A bushfire in the current season could not only cause loss of homes, infrastructure and worst case, life, but could have a significant impact on grapes, causing smoke taint in the wine produced.

Christmas decorations taken from homes LOCAL Police are urging the public to secure Christmas decorations after a number of festive items were stolen from Waikerie premises and gardens earlier this week. Between Saturday and Monday various Christmas decorations were stolen

from Waikerie addresses with a Santa and reindeer removed from a house in Ian Oliver Drive and lights stolen from two homes in Harden Street. Murray Mallee Berri Crime Prevention Section’s Carol Bristow said with many decorations on

display, it appears there are thieves about. “It’s just a reminder for members of the public who are putting up Christmas decorations, secure them as best they can and report any suspicious activity immediately around anyone’s Christmas decorations,� she said.

“Or if they are aware of where these (stolen) decorations might be, notify the police.� Loxton Waikerie Council chief executive officer Peter Ackland said it is disappointing that people are stealing Christmas decorations.

Have Your Say Amendments to the South Australian Murray-Darling Basin Natural Resources Management Plan The South Australian Murray-Darling Basin Natural Resources Management (SA MDB NRM) Board wants your feedback on proposed amendments to Volume 4 of the SA MDB NRM Plan. The SA MDB NRM Board has been working with the community to implement the Plan which will drive ecologically sustainable development in the region and achieve a balance of environmental, social and economic outcomes. Feedback can be provided via the on-line form on the SA MDB NRM Board’s website at www.samdbnrm.sa.gov.au or directed to: The Regional Manager SA MDB NRM Board PO Box 2343 Murray Bridge SA 5253

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Feedback closes on February 10th 2012. Proposed amendments The Board is proposing to amend its expenditure for the next 3 years in accordance with its expected income. In the event that the Board does not secure the anticipated level of funding, then the Board will prioritise expenditure in accordance with the investment decision framework outlined in the Business Plan. Income Source Carry-over funds

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Thursday December 8, 2011 – Riverland Weekly • 7

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Where have all the postmen gone? IN READING Max Scholz’s letter (Our very own snail mail, December 1), I had to agree with every point made. I post my mail in Renmark. My daughter lives in one of the closer suburbs in Adelaide. For years we have been exchanging letters every week. I posted a letter on Wednesday and she would receive it on Friday. Then she would post a letter on Sunday and I would receive it on Tuesday. It still works that way in coming to me but in posting to her on Wednesday, my letter was more often arriving the following Monday. In fact, I tried one week sending it to her place of work in the CBD and it still did not arrive until Monday. I have been assured by the post office in Renmark that the mail closes at 5pm and is taken from the post box and loaded directly and immediately onto the truck which arrives in Adelaide at approximately 10.30pm. So what holds up the delivery? Now all the country mail is sorted in the city, does that mean the sorter cannot handle the number of letters or is it because there are just not the number of postmen available to deliver on time? E.M. Edwards, Paringa.

Bulk-billing concern I AM writing about the lack of bulk-billing services in Waikerie.

I have contacted the clinic numerous times to book an appointment but was told, despite my pleas, that I need to pay $50 on the day. Recently my one year old son got Croup and it was cheaper going to Adelaide to see a doctor than it is in my own town. What is Australia coming to when a pensioner can’t get what they are entitled to, bulk-billing medical care? We even got turned away fro the hospital because the doctors here choose money over helping people. Shame on them. Luke Henderson, Waikerie.

Mixed year for Trust IT HAS been a mixed year for the Barmera branch of the National Trust. In June we had a wonderful response to the 70 year celebrations since the arrival of the first internees at camp 9. June 11 and 12, 1941 was the exact date of their arrival. The celebrations were a great success with people coming from as far away as New Caledonia and from all states of Australia. Since that event, Channel 7 had a segment on the Loveday Internment Camps on the Saturday evening program SA Life. Since then, we have had contact from many people who were involved with the camps. One lady, whose uncle was an internee in camp 14 C, sent me a copy of his life story, which spoke of his time during the camp. This was written in Japanese

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with an English translation. The Trust also received a letter from a man seeking more information and a copy was passed onto me. I recognised the name, so I wrote to the gentleman seeking more information as the name was the same as a padre, who during the war, came to the Loveday school giving religious instructions. A few days later I got a phone call from this gentleman who was very interested in my letter because the man I referred to was his father. He told me that his father had said very little about Loveday. The gentleman is coming to visit me in January and he is going to donate his father’s World War I and World War II medals to me. I told him that I will accept them on behalf of the Barmera Branch of the National Trust because I believe that this type of donation should never be given to a private individual outside of the family. I have also received information from a lady whose husband was responsible for measuring the length of the attempted escape tunnel at camp 10 and I have a photo of this soldier. The down side of the year was that in a recent storm the roof of the Cobdogla Museum was torn off, so that has brought forward plans to reconstruct a camp hut to enlarge our museum space. That will allow us to display our ever increasing collection of camp material at the Cobdogla Museum to work in with the Cobdogla Steam and Irrigation Museum display. Max Scholz, Barmera.

Towers must go THOSE towering antennas (Riverland Weekly, December 1) are certainly a danger to homes. Most of them are in back yards sitting above houses and one strong gust of wind could bring them down. In fact, the tower antennas are so old that it would not surprise me if more toppled down. Should there be a law against erecting these large antennas for fear they will cause much more harm than good? Name and address supplied.

No Christmas lights I AM a resident living on the Santa’s Walk Route in Loxton where many bus tours drive past during the Christmas months. Unfortunately I do not have the funds to be able to put up lights and Christmas decorations and I feel like I am letting down the tourists on the buses. Since living here for a number of years I have never once been approached by the Loxton Waikerie Council or have not been sent a letter offering any assistance to put up decorations and lights. Would it not be worth the council budgeting money to help householders put up Christmas lights or purchasing the items themselves and lending them to houses over the festive period? With every house consenting to the lights display on their property joining in, surely the bus loads of tourists will certainly be back again and again. Name and address supplied.

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8 • Riverland Weekly – Thursday December 8, 2011 Keeping a short and sharp eye on what’s K ha happening around the Riverland and Mallee

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Call for hatters A LOCAL resident is looking for enough interest to form a Renmark Red Hatters Society. Dianne Bosisto is calling on women over 50 years of age to attend a meeting at Glendower Homestead located at Renmark Avenue, tomorrow night from 7.30pm.

BERRI Carols by the River will be held this Sunday in what is expected to be a popular event. Beginning at 7pm, the carols will be held at the Berri riverfront near the playground. A feature of the night will be community carol singing supported by a band led by

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A collection will be taken for the Riverland Christmas Appeal on the night. People are asked to bring a chair or a rug with everyone welcome and encouraged to bring picnic tea. If the weather should be unsuitable the carols will be held in the Berri Town Hall at 7pm.

BIG4 Loxton Riverfront Caravan Park raised $117 for Novita Children’s Services – Brown’s Well and Mallee Auxiliary as part of a camp and care event. Held on November 11, locals enjoyed a night under the stars for a nominal site fee, with the park donating the fees to charity. Caravan park manager Mary Priestley said the highlight of the weekend was the pancake breakfast.

■ GIFT: A cheque was recently presented to the District Council of Karoonda East Murray and the local Lions Club by Kesab for a new recycling trailer. Pictured at the presentation are (from left) grants officer Julianne Simon, Lions members Kath and John Wooldridge, Coca Cola business development executive Vince Puccini, Lions president Don Docherty and Lions member’s Nancy and Don Anderson.

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Brenden and Kirralee Baldock. Guest artists will be Julie Noble and Kylie Mackintosh, Yola and Amanda Kudra, students from Our Lady of The River School, Freedom and Pastor Tim Klein. A special performance on the night will be a puppet play that both children and adults can enjoy.

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INTERNATIONAL agronomist Doctor Jacob Rueegg will be the guest speaker at the Barmera and Berri Agricultural Bureau Annual Dinner on Monday. All agricultural bureaus and interested people are invited to the Christmas buffet dinner at the Cobdogla Club. Dr Rueegg will give a presenta-

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ART work from 10 Riverland and Mallee artists is currently on display at the Terrace Gallery in Loxton. The Terrace Gallery Members’ Exhibition running until January 3, showcases plenty of talent including from Jen Griffiths, Joan Hodgson, Pat Luitjes, Brenda Menzel, Carli Noble, Julie Noble, Jamahl Pollard, Toni Schwartz, Chris Westley, Maureen Williams. The gallery is located in the Loxton Visitor Information Centre which opens weekdays and on Saturday.

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THE Renmark Rotary Club is playing its part for charity by raising funds to help communities across the world hit by earthquakes, floods and struggling with political upheaval. The club held a fundraiser last month in a bid to raise money to help underprivileged countries purchase tents, educational kits and water purification units. Renmark Rotary Club director John Bassham said the money is for a very worthy cause. “Around $800 will buy a box tent, which will include a sleeping bag and cooking gear,” Mr Bassham said. “If we can get around $2500 we will be able to help purchase a family care tent and that we will be pleased with.” It is not the first time the club has taken part in a relief program. “Rotary normally helps out with people in trouble and we’ve also taken part in a polio plus program,” Mr Bassham said. “It’s an opportunity to get together and help supply some sort of accommodation for people suffering.”

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10 • Riverland Weekly – Thursday December 8, 2011 ADVERTISING FEATURE

RIVERLAND I LOCAL ACTION PLANNING UPDATE

Seasons Greetings

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WE would like to wish all our community volunteers a safe and happy Christmas/New Year, and thank you all for your invaluable support throughout 2011. Without you, the Riverland LAP Committees would not come close to achieving the outcomes we do. We will not publish a feature in January but will be back in February to keep you up to date with the happenings of the Riverland LAP Committees. Please be mindful that the LAP staff will also be taking holidays over the festive season and into January and that the offices in Renmark, Berri and Waikerie may not be fully operating until mid to late January. Until then, Best wishes from all of us in the Riverland LAPS

OVER 70 people attended the Native Fish Forum held at the Renmark Paringa Council chambers to discover the secrets of how yabbies tick. The evening was one of many events held throughout the Murray Darling Basin for Native Fish Awareness Week from November 5 to 12. The evening began with a talk given by Lara Suitor from the NRM Board on research on the composition of fish communities in two different floodplains (Katarapko and Chowilla) during and after the recent high flows. A brief information session on a pest fish species recently arrived to our region; Oriental Weatherloach. This was followed by a presentation of “Talking Fish” a new collection of stories about what “fishing used to be

like” across the Murray Darling Basin. Books were presented to key contributors to the series, Gill Stoneham and John Aston, from the region. The book series can be viewed on the Native Fish Awareness Week website and will be in print soon. Dr. Michael Geddes, from the University of Adelaide, presented What makes Yabbies Tick?. After a brief yabby physiology and history lesson, Dr. Geddes focused on the ‘boom and bust’ population structure of the local yabby. He suggested that adult yabbies can burrow down to the water table to survive the dry periods. He confessed, however, that he did not know how deep the burrows could go or what sustained them while they were down there. Audience members eagerly gave information

PRESENTATION: Dr. Geddes during his yabby presentation. about depths of yabby burrows, what yabbies might be eating down there and when the last time a River Murray Crayfish was seen in the area. Overall the night was a great success with many people attending and some even hanging around to speak with the guests and share yabby stories. Many thanks to Lara Suitor, Dr. Michael

Geddes, Renmark to the Border LAP committee member Peter Teakle and the Native Fish Awareness Week crew for making the night a great success. Additional thanks must go to the Renmark Paringa District Council, Lowana Fruits and Angove Wines for donations on the night.

tended several days of training and conducted a wetland tour of the Loveday Wetland, discussing wetland management issues and strategies. It was an eye opener to see how much planning and work is required to manage a wetland and the dedication of the people involved. This tour was combined with a tour of Banrock Station to compare a property with a long history of wetting/drying cycles. The BBLAP committee also provided a number of physical resources including field guides for the course, which was much appreciated by all. State Flora – Phil Collins took the participants behind the scenes and showed the species and quantity of plants they propagate. This organisation is a leader in the field and is always developing ways to improve the success in propagating difficult plants. Phil is a wealth of knowledge and more than willing to share this. Monarto Zoo – The trainees were given a presentation by ALOC supervisor Tim Jenkins. They were then guided by Working on Country trainees Nat and Leon to inspect native food gardens, kilometres of direct seeding and thousands of seedling plantings.

THE Riverland LAP Committees are calling on community groups, schools and individuals to come forward with any environmentally related project ideas they may have. We predict that there will be a number of small to medium grant programs available during 2012 and the LAP Committees are more than happy to assist in the development of funding applications. By being aware of protential projects in advance, we can ensure that the most appropriate funding programs are targeted and in some cases integrate projects of a similar nature together, to try and ensure that projects have the greatest chance of attracting funding.

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Riverlanders receive accredited training in conservation and land management OVER the past few months, 11 participants from across the Riverland have been undertaking training through an Introduction to Conservation and Land Management Course. The course was run by GrowSmart Training and conducted in the field using real projects to train participants. Topics covered included chainsaw training, seed collection and propagation, plant identification, fauna surveys, navigation, map reading, remote and isolated workplace training and wetland management. The course was funded by SA Works, with each participant only having to pay $50 in course fees. In addition, GrowSmart Training would like to thank the following organisations for their support during the course: ALT/Calperum Station For the use of the property and allowing the group to be involved in genuine projects such as seed collection, propagation, plant identification and fauna surveys. The property was used as a base for a large number of the training sessions, including an overnight trip to Oak Bore. Without this support the training would not have been as successful. Berri Barmera Local Action Planning – Paul Stribley at-

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New committee members for BBLAP DURING Berri Barmera LAP’s annual general meeting, the organisation welcomed three new members to its committee. Jennifer Mattinson and Julie Ann Greenhalgh, from Berri, and Matthew Gordon, from Winkie. Whilst Bob Clark has resigned due to ongoing personal commitments, these three new members bring enthusiasm and a range of new skills and interests to the committee. It also brings the total number of committee members to 12, a full quota which has not been achieved for a number of years. With the new BBLAP Strategic Plan almost completed, Berri Barmera LAP is looking forward to a successful 2012 and beyond.

Environmental education award TRAINING: Participants learning about plant identification as part of their Conservation and Land Management Training.

The group were impressed with the enthusiasm and knowledge of the ALOC trainees. All participants in the course have expressed that they have learnt valuable new skills and plan on applying them and their accreditation into future activities and job seeking. Without exception, they have also all expressed a willingness to volunteer in future environmental activities across the region.

GrowSmart Training is intending to run a similar course again in 2012, with a number of people already interested. The above organisations have again expressed a willingness to support the program, with others possibly interested in getting involved as well. If you would like to know more information, contact Steve Gibbs, trainer/assessor for GrowSmart on 0488 109 278.

THE Environmental Education Award is up and running again this year with the opportunity for two applicants to be awarded in 2012. The award was created to encourage local students to complete further environmental studies at TAFE or university. The award is open to students who ordinarily reside within the RBLAP region (District Council of Renmark Paringa) and provides the successful applicant with $1500 per semester for a maximum of three years. Applications are due by February 15, 2012. For more information and an application pack, please contact the RBLAP on 8586 6633.

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Working with the community to support the local environment

Take an online tour through the habitat of Katfish Reach THE Katfish Reach website has a new interactive feature, a habitat tour which allows the viewer to explore the sights of the area, the colourful wildlife

and diverse flora and read about the characteristics of the different types of environmental settings. There are eight distinct ha habitat types in the Katfish Re Reach area, each with a different ec ecological description and ha habitat diversity. They range from slow flowing creeks to fast flowing cr creeks, temporary to permanent w wetlands, and dune systems t floodplain woodlands and to s shrublands. An interactive map of the Katfish Reach area allows the viewer to hover over each habitat type, to gain an insight

into the extent and location of the habitat, with reference to the River Murray, creeks and floodplains and surrounding towns and roads. The viewer will learn the types of wildlife and flora to be expected at each habitat type and how they will vary between the different areas. For example, the types of birds to be found at a temporary wetland, such as the white-faced heron and australasian grebe, will contrast the birds of the floodplain woodland habitat, which is likely to be home to the whistling kite and white-plumed honeyeater. The habitat tour is a useful

Upcoming Events Thursday 8th December(Tonight) Whirlpool Corner Wetland Monitoring 7pm at Whirlpool Corner Contact: Susie Pendle 8586 6633

tool to capture the diversity of the landscape and educate the viewer on the sights and surrounds of the Katfish Reach area.

Sunday 11th December Spectacle Lakes Wetland Monitoring 9am at the Homestead Contact: Paul Stribley 8582 2183

Monday 12th December Bookmark Creek Wetland Monitoring 8am for photo-points and W.Q. 8:30pm for Frogs Meet at the Jane Eliza Regulator Contact: Susie Pendle 8586 6633

Wednesday 14th December Ramco Lagoon Wetland Monitoring 9am at the Boardwalk Contact: Karen Bishop 8541 2611

Wednesday 15th December www.katfish.org.au/tour.htm

Hart Lagoon Wetland Monitoring 9am at the Kangaroo Enclosure Contact: Karen Bishop 8541 2611

Thursday 2nd February 2012 World Wetlands Day

The things you see...

APPRECIATE: RWLAP volunteer Darren Schmitke has spent hours of his own time researching and setting up motion detecting nest cameras for the Regent Parrot project.

Volunteers are vital VOLUNTEERS underpin the management of natural resources in the SA Murray-Darling Basin. Whether individual volunteers, members of small volunteer community groups, volunteers on committees or short-term volunteers visiting our region, the state of our environment without these important people does not bear thinking about. To ensure that volunteers and the organisations that work with them get the best possible support, the SA MDB NRM Board, in partnership with Volunteering SA and NT, and in close consultation with volunteers and other stakeholders, has recently developed a regional NRM volunteer strategy. The strategy identified eight key objectives for improving volunteer management relating to improving recognition, increasing recruitment, ensuring effective communication, providing ad-

KAREN Bishop, project officer for Riverland West LAP has seen some amazing sites in the field over the past few weeks. The mini cyclone that hit Waikerie a couple of weeks ago not only wrought havoc in the town but wetlands also received some significant damage. Mature red gums and black box have either been ripped out of the ground or major limbs have been torn off and thrown around, making it hazardous to negotiate some tracks. On a more positive note, with the high water receding, it is very exciting to see the number of juvenile river red gums and black box seedlings emerging around

equate funding, ensuring volunteer safety and wellbeing, establishing effective governance systems, developing knowledge and skills and ensuring that technical support is available. Re c o m m e n d a t i o n s were also made about how the various groups and stakeholders involved could best work together to achieve these objectives. Since the strategy’s release, a range of new initiatives have been introduced across the region including volunteer celebrations, a program of training for volunteers and volunteer managers and a volunteer small grants program (the next round of which will open in early 2012 with a closing date of March 31, 2012). For more information on volunteering or for a copy of the volunteer strategy, contact Miranda Leckie on 8532 9100 or visit the website www.samdbnrm. sa.gov.au.

the wetlands. Whilst monitoring at Murbpook lagoon, it was fantastic to discover a small group of prickly bottlebrush (Callistemon Brachyandrus), a species of conservation significance. On the flip side to this, we have found the presence of golden dodder at a number of sites as well. This is a declared plant and is easily recognisable by its golden thread appearance. It is a parasitic climber which is spread by seeds and pieces and is often carried by water. If you see this plant, it is important to report it to either your local LAP office or contact the SA MDB NRM Board.

ABOVE: Golden dodder seen on the floodplain at Markaranka wetland. LEFT: A mature lignum is uprooted and thrown against a river coobah during the recent mini cyclone that hit Brenda Park wetland.

Riverland West

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Phone: Fax: Email: Web:

8541 2611 8541 3955 pm@rwlap.org.au www.rwlap.org.au

Phone: Fax: Email: Web:

8582 2824 8582 2495 admin@lblap.org.au www.lblap.org.au

Joint meeting reveals local Salt Interception Scheme progress LAST week the Pike River Land Management and Murtho Road Irrigators groups held a joint meeting to update their members on the Salt Interception Scheme (SIS) in the Renmark region. Over 30 people attended the meeting to hear an update on the SIS from Peter Forward, principal engineer, of salt interception from SA Water. Peter gave an involved presentation starting with a short history of the SIS and the current status of SIS schemes in the Riverland. In total the schemes now have over 200 bores and over 200kilometers of pipelines and together are preventing about 500 tonnes of salt per day from entering the River Murray. Peter then spoke about the Pike and the significance of SIS for the region in order to effectively manage the salinity in the area and prevent potential effects further downstream. Andrew Telfer, from Australian Water Environments, having been involved in the Pike project and since the inception of the SIS in the late 1980s, provided a short presentation on new concepts of groundwater movement and the consequences for management of saline areas, in particular processes of salt storage and release on the floodplains. Tom Campbell, the project manager for Murtho SIS, was also present to give an update on the works of the Murtho SIS and the stage that the scheme was at. Tom’s description and photos of the works outlined how involved and technical the investigations, design and construction of SIS installation is. The Murtho SIS is due to be completed in the new year. All presentations were well received and members were able to ask questions and speak with the presenters at a light supper following the meeting. RBLAP would like to thank the presenters for their time and both groups for their involvement in the meeting.

Supported by the Australian Government’s Caring for our Country and the Government of South Australia.

South Australian Murray Darling Basin Natural Resources Management Board. Department for Environment and Natural Resources


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â– STYLISH: Loxton High School students Jack Bobilak and Demi Hargreaves enjoy a photo before prom.

â– SMILES: Jannali Gartley, Blake Lambden, Brandon Sparks and Tahlia Wills ready for the Waikerie High School formal. Photos: EMMA CAIN

â– RIGHT: Brianna Seabrook and Ben Schiller before the Waikerie High School formal on Saturday.

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â– ARRIVALS: Michelle Hayes (left), Simone Steinert, Alicia Frahn, Claire Morris attended the Glossop High School Prom on Friday. â– STUNNING: Duani Leach and Kade Boase looking stylish at the Glossop High School Prom.

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4.00 rage 4.55 National Press Club 6.00 ABC News Breakfast 9.00 ABC News 9.30 ABC News 24 Mornings 10.00 School Programs 11.00 A Small Act 12.00 Midday Report 12.30 Tess Of The D'Urbervilles 1.30 Mother And Son

2.00 Bed Of Roses 3.00 Children’s Programs 6.00 Hockey: Men’s Champions Trophy 7.00 ABC News 7.30 7.30 8.00 Jimmy's Food Factory 8.30 Here I Am 10.00 Britain’s Whitest Family 10.25 ABC News 10.35 Bastard Boys

6am Children’s Programs 7pm Spicks And Specks: Presented by Adam Hills 7.30 Heavy Haulers 8.30 Arrested Development: Buster tries to find a way to get out of going to Iraq. 9.00 The Warehouse Comedy Festival 9.30 The Graham

Norton Show 10.15 Ideal 10.45 Peep Show 11.15 Psychoville: The plot continues to thicken as Mr Jelly reveals how he ended up with only one hand. 11.45 Heavy Haulers 12.35 What Would Happen If... 1.00 Scrapheap Challenge

6.00 Sunrise 9.00 The Morning Show 11.30 Seven News 12.00 Shark Swarm (Part One) 2.00 Dr Oz 3.00 Medical Emergency 3.30 Children’s Programs 4.30 Seven News 5.30 Deal Or No Deal 6.00 Seven News

6.30 Today Tonight 7.00 RSPCA Animal Rescue 7.30 The Amazing Race 8.30 Movie: The Stepford Wives 10.30 Outsourced 11.30 30 Rock 12.00 Trauma 1.00 Home Shopping 4.00 NBC Today 5.00 Sunrise Extra 5.30 Seven Early News

5.30 Today 9.00 Kerri-Anne Summer Series 11.00 Nine News 11.30 Alive And Cooking 12.00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show 1.00 The View 2.00 Days Of Our Lives 3.00 ET 3.30 Children's Programs

4.30 Nine News 5.30 Hot Seat 6.00 Nine News 6.30 Win News 7.00 A Current Affair 7.30 Getaway 8.30 Unforgettable 9.30 CSI: NY 10.30 Nothing Trivial 11.30 Win News 12.00 Rubicon 1.00 The Baron 2.00 Guthy Renker 3.00 Danoz

6.00 Ten News 7.00 Children’s Programs 9.00 The Circle Summertime Series 11.00 Ten News 12.00 Dr Phil 1.00 The Doctors 2.00 Ready Steady Cook 3.00 Judge Judy 4.00 Huey 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful

5.00 Ten News 6.30 The Project 7.30 Recruits Paramedics 8.00 Keeping Up With The Joneses 8.30 Law & Order: Criminal Intent 9.30 Offspring 10.30 Go Girls 11.30 The Late Show 12.30 Home Shopping 3.30 Benny Hinn

5.00 World Watch 6.00 UEFA Champions League: Matchday 6 8.30 World Watch 3.00 Letters And Numbers 3.30 World Watch 4.00 World Watch 4.30 PBS Newshour 5.30 Global Village 6.00 Letters And Numbers 6.30 World News

7.30 My Sri Lanka With Peter Kuruvita 8.00 Luke Nguyen’s Vietnam 8.30 The Family 9.30 World News 10.00 Big Love 11.10 UEFA Champions League Hour 12.10 Movie: Isabella (Hong Kong): Isabella Leong, Josie Ho 2.10 Weatherwatch

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2.10 National Cultural Policy 3.00 Children’s Programs 6.00 Choccywoccydoodah 6.25 World Café Asia 6.50 Minuscule 7.00 ABC News 7.30 7.30 8.00 My Family 8.30 Midsomer Murders 10.05 The Old Guys 10.35 ABC News

6am Children’s Programs 7pm Spicks And Specks 7.30 River Monsters: Jeremy Wade travels to the Paraná River in remote Argentina to investigate the death of a young girl. 8.30 Friday Night Lights: Coach Taylor feels the players are losing their grasp on

the beauty of the game of football. 9.30 Dogs in Space 11.15 Marathon Boy 12.15 Cold Feet: It is the day of Adam and Rachel's wedding, and David is forced to come clean about being unfaithful. 1.05 Blade Of The Immortal 1.30 Lewis Black's ‘Root of All Evil’

6.00 Sunrise 9.00 The Morning Show 11.30 Seven News 12.00 Shark Swarm (Part Two) 2.00 Dr Oz 3.00 Find My Family 3.30 Children’s Programs 4.30 Seven News 5.30 Deal Or No Deal 6.00 Seven News 6.30 Today Tonight

7.00 RSPCA Animal Rescue 7.30 Better Homes And Gardens Summer 8.30 Lewis 10.30 Natural Mysteries 11.45 Perfect Couples 12.15 Movie: Chasing Papi: Sofia Vergara 2.00 Auction Squad 3.00 Home Shopping 4.00 NBC Today

5.30 Today 9.00 Children's Programs 9.30 Cricket: Second Test: Australia v New Zealand: Day One 12.00 The Cricket Show 12.30 Cricket: Second Test: Australia v New Zealand: Day One 5.30 Antiques Roadshow 6.00 Nine News

6.30 Win News 7.00 A Current Affair 7.30 Two And A Half Men 8.30 Movie: No Reservations 10.40 Movie: Catch And Release 12.50 Movie: Sum Of Existence 2.30 The Avengers 3.30 ET 4.00 Guthy Renker 4.30 GMA

6.00 Ten News 7.00 Children’s Programs 9.00 The Circle Summertime Series 11.00 Ten News 12.00 Dr Phil 1.00 The Doctors 2.00 Ready Steady Cook 3.00 Judge Judy 4.00 Huey 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful

5.00 Ten News 6.30 The Project 7.30 Jamie’s Great Britain 8.30 Movie: Mission Impossible: Tom Cruise, Jon Voight, Emmanuelle Béart 10.50 Movie: Pollock: Ed Harris, Marcia Gay Harden, Tom Bower 11.30 The Late Show 2.25 Burn Notice 3.30 Home Shopping

5.00 Weatherwatch 5.05 World Watch 1.00 Food Lovers’ Guide To Australia 1.30 Breaking Boundaries 2.30 The Squiz 3.00 Letters And Numbers 3.30 World Watch 4.30 PBS Newshour 5.30 Global Village 6.00 Letters And Numbers

6.30 World News 7.30 Coast 8.30 As It Happened: Killer Subs In Pearl Harbor 9.30 World News 10.05 Dad Made Dirty Movies 11.10 Movie: Human Touch (Australia): Jacqueline McKenzie 1.00 Movie: A Love To Hide (France) 2.55 Weatherwatch

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United 5.00 Bowls: Australia v RSA 2011 6.00 Hockey: Men’s Champions Trophy 7.00 ABC News 7.30 The One Ronnie 8.20 Miss Marple: Miss Marple’s old friend is brutally murdered. 9.55 The Graham Norton Show 10.40 Movie: Gunrush 12.05 rage

6am Children’s Programs 7pm Monkey Thieves 7.30 Heston Blumenthal's Perfect Christmas: British culinary alchemist Heston Blumenthal turns his attention to the biggest meal of the year. He is making a Christmas feast with a big difference for six

celebrity guests. 8.30 At The Movies Shortcuts 8.40 Movie: Some Like It Hot: Marilyn Monroe 10.40 Movie: The Front Page: Jack Lemmon, Walter Matthau 12.20 Queen: Days of Our Lives (Part Two) 1.25 Scrapheap Challenge

6.00 Children’s Programs 7.00 Weekend Sunrise 9.00 Children’s Programs 2.00 V8 Xtra 3.00 Fujitsu Series: Sydney Telstra 500 4.00 That '70s Show 4.30 Martin Clunes: A Man And His Dogs 5.30 Destination New Zealand

6.00 Seven News 6.30 No Leave No Life 7.00 Movie: Chicken Run: Mel Gibson 8.50 Movie: Doubt: Meryl Streep 11.00 That '70s Show 12.00 Movie: Dying On The Edge 2.10 The Deadly Australians 3.05 Auction Squad 4.00 Home Shopping 5.00 Dr Oz

6.00 Children's Programs 6.30 Weekend Today Saturday 8.30 Children's Programs 9.30 Cricket: Second Test: Australia v New Zealand: Day Two 12.00 The Cricket Show 12.30 Cricket: Second Test: Australia v New Zealand: Day Two

5.30 Antiques Roadshow 6.00 Nine News 6.30 Australia's Funniest Home Videos 7.30 Movie: Polar Express: Tom Hanks 9.40 Movie: Mao's Last Dancer 12.00 Movie: Henry Poole Is Here 1.50 Movie: Convoy 4.00 Danoz 4.30 MCD

6.00 Children’s Programs 10.00 Breakthrough 11.00 The Doctors 12.00 Life Unexpected 1.00 Stories From The Harbour 2.00 Rok Adventure 3.00 Good Chef Bad Chef 3.30 Making Tracks 4.00 Escape With ET 5.00 Ten News

6.30 Movie: Buffy The Vampire Slayer: Kristy Swanson, Luke Perry 8.30 Movie: Taken: Liam Neeson 10.25 Movie: Soapdish: Sally Field, Kevin Kline 12.30 Burn Notice 1.30 Homes Shopping 4.00 Bayless Conley 4.30 It Is Written 5.00 Hour Of Power

5.00 Weatherwatch 5.05 World Watch 1.00 The Infernal Comedy 2.45 The Trouble With Tolstoy 3.55 The Chopin Etudes 4.00 Tim Marlow Meets... 4.30 PBS Newshour 5.30 Prototype This 6.30 World News 7.30 Big, Bigger,

Biggest: An examination into the construction of the world’s longest tunnel. 8.30 Mythbusters 9.30 Rockwiz 10.20 Movie: Priceless (France): Audrey Tatou 12.15 SOS 1.15 South Park: The Early Years 2.10 Weatherwatch

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1.30 Message Stick 2.00 Story Of India 3.00 Magnificent Tati 4.00 Making War Horse 5.00 Dance Academy 5.30 Hockey: Men’s Champions Trophy 7.00 ABC News 7.30 Restoration Home 8.30 Upstairs Downstairs 9.35 When Teenage Meets Old Age 10.35 Wuthering Heights

6am Children’s Programs 7pm At The Movies: Summer Special 7.30 Voyage To The Planets: Got time for a 24-year holiday? Then consider a journey to ice giants Uranus and Neptune. 8.25 Tropfest 8.30 Sunday Best: This documentary presents the intense,

real-life experience of the National Spelling Bee as illustrated by the stories of eight driven, young spellers. 10.10 London Live 10.40 R.E.M. At The BBC 11.40 Beautiful Noise 12.35 triple j tv's One Night Stand 2008 1.05 Scrapheap Challenge

6.00 Children’s Programs 7.00 Weekend Sunrise 10.00 Kochie's Business Builders 10.30 Under The Hammer 11.00 Children’s Programs 2.00 That '70s Show 2.30 Movie: D2: The Mighty Ducks 4.45 Fawlty Towers

5.30 Deal Or No Deal 6.00 Seven News 6.30 Christmas With The Stars 7.00 Vicar Of Dibley Christmas Special 8.00 Coastwatch 8.30 Bones 9.30 Castle 10.30 Royal Pains 11.30 Love Bites 12.30 Cambodia: Fields Of Hope 1.30 Real Seachange

6.00 Children's Programs 6.30 Weekend Today Sunday 9.30 Cricket: Second Test: Australia v New Zealand: Day Three 12.00 The Cricket Show 12.30 Cricket: Second Test: Australia v New Zealand: Day Three 5.30 South Aussie With Cosi

6.00 Nine News 6.30 Christmas With The Australian Women’s Weekly 7.30 60 Minutes 8.30 The Mentalist 9.30 CSI 10.30 The Commander 11.30 Flashpoint 12.30 The Baron 1.30 Spyforce 2.30 Guthy Renker 3.00 MCD

6.00 Mass For You At Home 6.30 Hillsong 7.00 Children’s Programs 8.00 Changing Views Of Africa 9.00 Good Chef Bad Chef 10.00 The Doctors 11.00 To Be Announced 12.00 Ironman: Preview Show

1.30 I Fish 2.30 Biggest Loser 3.30 Everyday Gourmet 4.00 Sailing: Highlights 5.00 Ten News 6.30 Merlin 7.30 It’s A Knockout 8.30 Movie: Mission Impossible II 11.05 Movie: Match Point 2.00 Home Shopping 3.30 Benny Hinn

5.00 World Watch 8.30 Popasia 10.30 Football Asia 11.00 Les Murray’s Football Feature 12.00 UEFA Champions League Magazine 12.30 Speedweek 2.00 World Watch 3.00 Chris Botti Live 4.00 Buried Alive: The Chilean Mine Rescue 5.00 Cycling Central

6.00 Thalassa 6.30 World News 7.30 The Bible: A History 8.30 The Promise 10.10 Movie: I Always Wanted To Be A Gangster (France): Anna Mouglalis, Edouard Baer 12.10 Movie: 53 Winter Days (Spain): Mercedes Samprieto 1.50 Weatherwatch

Monday 12th

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1.30 Annabel Langbein 2.00 Bed Of Roses 3.00 Children’s Programs 6.00 Grand Designs 6.50 Minuscule 7.00 ABC News 7.30 7.30 8.00 Who's Been Sleeping In My House? 8.30 The Hour 9.30 Grand Tour 10.25 ABC News 10.35 Silent Witness

6am Children’s Programs 7pm Spicks And Specks 7.30 Three Hungry Boys: Trevor, Thom and Tim venture to the Isle of Mull, where a musselforaging trip ends in disaster. 8.00 Outnumbered 8.30 Haven 9.30 Breaking Bad:

After taking out two street dealers, Walt realises that Gus is planning to kill him and Jesse, and replace him with his former assistant. 10.15 The Graham Norton Show 11.05 River Monsters 11.55 London Live 12.25 Zoo Days 12.50 Scrapheap Challenge

6.00 Sunrise 9.00 The Morning Show 11.30 Seven News 12.00 Movie: All I Want: Elijah Wood 2.00 Dr Oz 3.00 Find My Family 3.30 Children’s Programs 4.30 Seven News 5.30 Deal Or No Deal 6.00 Seven News 6.30 Today Tonight

7.00 RSPCA Animal Rescue 7.30 SCU: Serious Crash Unit 8.00 Drug Bust 8.30 Criminal Minds 9.30 Air Crash Investigations 10.30 Royal Pains 11.30 Keeping Up With The Kardashians 12.00 Cannibal Crusade 1.00 Home Shopping

5.30 Today 9.00 Children's Programs 9.30 Cricket: Second Test: Australia v New Zealand: Day Four 12.00 The Cricket Show 12.30 Cricket: Second Test: Australia v New Zealand: Day Four 5.30 Antiques Roadshow 6.00 Nine News

6.30 Win News 7.00 A Current Affair 7.30 The Big Bang Theory 8.00 Hot In Cleveland 8.30 The Mentalist 9.30 Harry's Law 10.30 Extreme Makeover: Weight Loss Edition 11.30 Win News 12.00 Undercovers 1.00 The Avengers 2.00 Guthy Renker

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5.00 Weatherwatch 5.05 World Watch 1.00 The Hidden Face Of Fear 2.00 India Reborn 3.00 Letters And Numbers 3.30 World Watch 4.30 FIFA Futbol Mundial 5.00 The Crew 5.30 Global Village 6.00 Letters And Numbers

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4.00 rage 5.00 Gardening Australia 5.30 First Tuesday Book Club With Jennifer Byrne 6.00 ABC News Breakfast 9.00 ABC News 9.30 ABC News 24 Mornings 10.00 School Programs 11.00 Rivers 12.00 Midday Report

12.30 National Press Club Address 1.35 Meerkat Manor 2.00 Bed Of Roses 3.00 Children’s Programs 6.00 Turn Back Time 7.00 ABC News 7.30 7.30 8.00 Nigella Kitchen 8.30 The Grumpy Guide To The Eighties 9.30 Real King's Speech 10.20 ABC News

6am Children’s Programs 7pm Spicks And Specks: Presented by Adam Hills 7.30 Dirty Jobs 8.30 Peter Serafinowicz Show Christmas Special 9.00 Harry And Paul 9.30 Green Wing: Joanna demands more spontaneity in her dangerous liaison

with Alan. Caroline isn't fussy about her new lodger, as long as it's not Angela. 10.25 Lewis Black's 'Root of All Evil' 10.45 Arrested Development 11.10 Torchwood 12.00 Billable Hours 12.25 What Would Happen If... 1.10 Scrapheap Challenge

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7.00 RSPCA Animal Rescue 7.30 Happy Endings 8.00 How I Met Your Mother 8.30 Movie: Failure To Launch 10.30 That '70s Show 11.00 Keeping Up With The Kardashians 12.25 Room For Improvement 1.00 Home Shopping 4.00 NBC Today

5.30 Today 9.00 Children’s Programs 9.30 Cricket: Second Test: Australia v New Zealand: Day Five 12.00 The Cricket Show 12.30 Cricket: Second Test: Australia v New Zealand: Day Five 5.30 Antiques Roadshow 6.00 Nine News

6.30 Win News 7.00 A Current Affair 7.30 The Big Bang Theory 8.00 The Middle 8.30 Two And A Half Men 9.30 Survivor: South Pacific 10.30 Nothing Trivial 11.30 The Unusuals 12.30 20/20 1.30 Danoz 2.00 Guthy Renker

6.00 Ten News 7.00 Children’s Programs 9.00 The Circle Summertime Series 11.00 Ten News 12.00 Dr Phil 1.00 The Doctors 2.00 Ready Steady Cook 3.00 Judge Judy 3.30 Jamie’s Family Christmas 4.00 Huey

4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful 5.00 Ten News 6.30 The Project 7.30 Modern Family 8.00 Rules Of Engagement 8.30 NCIS: Los Angeles 9.30 Offspring 10.30 Go Girls 11.30 The Late Show 12.30 Home Shopping 3.30 Benny Hinn

5.00 Weatherwatch 5.05 World Watch 1.00 Movie: Good Hands (Estonia) 2.45 Spacefiles 3.00 Letters And Numbers 3.30 World Watch 4.30 PBS Newshour 5.30 Global Village 6.00 Letters And Numbers 6.30 World News 7.30 Do You See

What I See? 8.30 Go Back To Where You Came From 9.30 World News 10.05 Hot Docs: One Lucky Elephant 11.40 Movie: December Heat (Estonia): Sergo Vares, Liisi Koikson 1.20 Embedded With Sheik Hilaly 2.20 Weatherwatch

Wednesday 14th

ABC 1

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4.00 rage 5.00 Strictly Speaking 5.30 Spicks And Specks 6.00 ABC News Breakfast 9.00 ABC News 9.30 ABC News 24 Mornings 10.00 School Programs 11.00 How Earth Made Us 12.00 Midday Report 12.30 Henry VIII 1.30 Bush Slam

2.00 Bed Of Roses 3.00 Children’s Programs 6.00 Country House Rescue Revisits 6.50 Minuscule 7.00 ABC News 7.30 7.30 8.00 Outnumbered 8.30 QI 9.00 The Thick Of It 9.35 Absolutely Fabulous 10.05 The Trip 10.35 ABC News

6am Children’s Programs 7pm Spicks And Specks: Presented by Adam Hills 7.30 Mega Builders: Off the coast of Holland, a brave crew of construction workers struggles to erect 60 turbine-driven windmills in the wild North Sea. 8.30 The Undercover

Princesses 9.30 The 27 Inch Man: Edward is one of the shortest men on earth. For most of his 24 years, his tiny body has been a big problem. 10.20 S&M: Short And Male 11.20 Beyond Boundaries 12.20 Animal Cops 1.10 Scrapheap Challenge

6.00 Sunrise 9.00 The Morning Show 11.30 Seven News 12.00 Movie: Love's Unfolding Dream: Erin Cottrell, Scout Taylor-Compton 2.00 Dr Oz 3.00 Find My Family 3.30 Children’s Programs 4.30 Seven News 5.30 Deal Or No Deal 6.00 Seven News

6.30 Today Tonight 7.00 RSPCA Animal Rescue 7.30 World's Strictest Parents 8.40 Criminal Minds 9.40 The Pacific 12.00 Sons And Daughters 1.00 Home Shopping 3.30 Room For Improvement 4.00 NBC Today 5.00 Sunrise Extra 5.30 Seven Early News

5.30 Today 9.00 Kerri-Anne Summer Series 11.00 Nine News 11.30 Alive And Cooking 12.00 The Ellen DeGeneres Show 1.00 The View 2.00 Days Of Our Lives 3.00 ET 3.30 Children's Programs 4.30 Nine News

5.30 Hot Seat 6.00 Nine News 6.30 Win News 7.00 A Current Affair 7.30 RBT 8.30 Sherlock 10.30 True CSI: Cold Blood 11.30 Win News 12.00 Eclipse Music TV 12.30 Take 40 Live Presents… 1.00 ET 1.30 Danoz 2.00 Guthy Renker

6.00 Ten News 7.00 Children’s Programs 9.00 The Circle Summertime Series 11.00 Ten News 12.00 Dr Phil 1.00 The Doctors 2.00 Ready Steady Cook: Presented by Colin Lane 3.00 Judge Judy 3.30 Jamie’s Family Christmas 4.00 Huey

4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful 5.00 Ten News 6.30 The Project 7.30 Glee 8.30 Hawaii Five-O 9.30 Offspring 10.30 Go Girls 11.30 The Late Show 12.30 Home Shopping 3.30 Benny Hinn 4.00 Life Today 4.30 The CBS Early Show

5.00 Weatherwatch 5.05 World Watch 1.00 Movie: Mataharis (Spain): Najwa Nimri, Tristán Ulloa 2.45 Spacefiles 3.00 Letters And Numbers 3.30 World Watch 4.30 PBS Newshour 5.30 Global Village 6.00 Letters And Numbers 6.30 World News

7.30 Explore 8.30 One Born Every Minute 9.30 World News 10.00 Movie: Heading South (France): Charlotte Rampling 11.50 112 Emergency: A money transporter speeds across the motorway after the driver suffers a heart attack. 1.20 Weatherwatch


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ocated just out of Berri with four bedrooms, two living areas and two bathrooms, this imposing home will impress. The master bedroom is located at one end of the home with an ensuite and walk-in-robe. While the other three bedrooms also have built-in robes. The two bathrooms are designed with quality tiling and vanity units. With plenty of cupboard space, the kitchen is well planned and includes a walk-in pantry. The formal lounge has quality tiling, which continues into the separate dining room and large family room. The meals and dining room opens to the rear of the property, which leads to the all-weather pergola and barbecue area, complete with pizza oven. With a large Colorbond shed, double carport, ducted air-conditioning and gas heating, this property will not disappoint.

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Newton Road Price $445,000 Inspect By appointment

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RLA 1935

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PRICE REDUCTION $455,000 to $445,000


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LOCATION & PRICE

This great house centrally located in Berri has lots going for it. 3 brooms, all with builtins, ducted air throughout, large open lounge/dining and kitchen. Extremely large outdoor living area with outdoor pizza and bread oven. Great sized back yard, garden sheds and 2 car carport.

PRICE REDUCTION $455,000 to $445,000

BERRI BUSINESS FOR SALE Well known business on corner

BERRI, Newton Road IMPRESSIVE FAMILY HOME ON 10 ACRES NATURAL SCRUB

Located just out of Berri with 4 bedrooms, 2 living areas and 2 bathrooms, this imposing home will impress! The master bedroom is located at one end of the home and has an ensuite and walk-in robe and the other 3 bedrooms all have built-in robes. The two bathrooms are designed with quality tiling and vanity units. The kitchen is well planned with plenty of cupboard space including walk-in pantry. Price: $445,000

Details: Sue Wurth Phone:85 822 744 Mobile: 0431 488 538

BERRI, 16 O’Malley Street Price: $219,000 Internet: 37ZFD7

Details: Sue Wurth Phone:85 822 744

Mobile: 0431

488 538

of Wilson Street Berri. An opportunity to purchase this well established business of 60 years. Stock includes a vast range of bras and lingerie, well known brands of clothing plus a full display of handbags and jeweler. Established clients throughout the Riverland and Mallee. Reasonable rent. Priced to sell at $35,000 plus SAV. Price: $35,000 Internet: 37EFD7 Details: Iris Williams Ph: 85 822 744 Mobile: 0437 497 304

CHARMING BUNGALOW IN TOWN CENTRE – PREMIER LOCATION Original features include lofty ceilings, Leadlight, Decorative Cornices And fireplaces, set on Double Block approx 1600sqm could be subdivided as on two titles. 4 Bedrooms, plus office, 2 bathrooms, formal sitting and dining rooms, modern appliances in kitchen, air-conditioning, Inground swimming pool, patio detached rumpus 2 car garage plus shedding. One street back from the main street, Berri shopping centre.

BERRI, 2/11 Coneybeer St ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT

One bedroom apartment, excellent investment. Spacious brick apartment, on lower level with courtyard, partly furnished and tenanted at $145 per week. Priced to sell.

BERRI, 15 Coneybeer Street Details: Iris Williams Ph: 85 822 744 Mobile: 0437 497 304

Price: $87,000

Price: $585,000 Internet ID: 3DJFD7

BARMERA, Barwell Ave Barmera Commercial Shop

Situated in the main street in prime location. Shop premises plus attached residence. Vacant possession. An opportunity to run your own business, formally a deli. Priced to sell $175,000.

Price: $175,000 Details: Sue Wurth Phone:85 822 744

Mobile: 0431

488 538

Details: Iris Williams Ph: 85 822 744 Mobile: 0437 497 304

SET HIGH ON THE HILL

BERRI, 10 Viviancock Street EXCELLENT HOME IN TOP LOCATION

Brick & tiled family home in excellent condition featuring 3 good sized bedrooms all with built-ins. Open plan living areas incorporating kitchen, dining and family which are completely tiled. Centrally located bathroom with separate toilet. Currently tenanted to long term tenant. Details: Sue Wurth Phone:85 822 744

Price: $199,000 Internet: 334FD7

Mobile: 0431

PRICE REDUCTION $370,000 to $330,000

Situated on approx. 2.5 acres, this 4 bedroom home offers ducted air throughout, good size living space, sunken lounge, large separate family room and four good sized bedrooms. Good amount of shedding and large amount of rain water tanks.

KINGSTON ON MURRAY, Farley Road 488 538

Price: $330,000 Internet: 3DOFD7

BERRI, Verrall Cresent INDUSTRIAL SHOPS

3 vacant shops, A/C, plus 3 bay shedding with roller doors on land parking bitumen paving.

Price: High $400,000’s Details: Iris Williams Ph: 85 822 744 Mobile: 0437 497 304

Details: Iris Williams Ph: 85 822 744 Mobile: 0437 497 304

LIFESTYLE ON LAND This excellent four bedroom home is situated just outside of Berri on approximately 2 1/2 acres. The master bedroom has a walk-in robe and ensuite for perfect privacy. All bedrooms are fully carpeted with blinds and ceiling fans. There is plenty of room with the open plan kitchen, dining and family room and the separate formal lounge has both wood and gas heating with ducted air-conditioning in the main living areas. The home has a great outside entertaining area with a fully enclosed saltwater pool. The large shed comes with concrete floor and power.

BARMERA, 31 Hawdon Street PERFECT PRESENTATION

Situated in an excellent position is this beautifully presented three bedroom home with new kitchen, good size lounge and family room, large outside entertaining area, two garden sheds, two toilets and two parking areas. This home needs nothing done to it, and is a perfect first or retirement home. A must see, for the perfectionist. Price: $265,000

Details: Sue Wurth Phone:85 822 744 Mobile: 0431 488 538

BERRI, 23 Raeder Court Price: $299,500

PRICE REDUCTION $85,000 LOXTON, Lot 40 Wheatley Rd ELEVATED BUILDING SITE WITH RIVER VIEWS

Ready to build your dream home on! About 1 acre of cleared residential land on an elevated position with river views. Situated in new subdivision, all underground services plus pad. Excellent value. Price: $85,000

Details: Sue Wurth Phone:85 822 744

Mobile: 0431

488 538

Details: Sue Wurth Phone:85 822 744

Mobile: 0431

488 538

SOLID HOME IN TOWN

Cream brick and solid on corner allotment at Berri. Well located within walking distance to town Centre, just behind the post office. Offering 3-4 bedrooms, large rooms, high ceilings, heating and cooling, and garage. An opportunity to purchase in a tightly held position.

Great Investment Opportunity

BERRI, 5/11 Coneybeer Street GREAT INVESTMENT

RENMARK, 26 Cedar Ave

Upstairs one bedroom community titled unit featuring built-in robes in bedroom, open plan living kitchen/ dining, partly furnished including fridge, 2 lounge chairs and double ensemble. Bathroom, undercover parking, split system. Tenanted at $135 p.w. Why wait, buy now!

EXTREMELY STYLISH UNIT

2 bedrooms, main with built-in robe and ensuite bathroom. 2nd bedroom with built-in, open plan living areas incorporating modern kitchen and meals area. Split system air conditioning, secure garaging with roller door with private courtyard. Currently tenanted for $200pw.

BERRI, 1 Merritt Ave Price: $175,000

RLA 1935

Details: Sue Wurth Phone:85 822 744 Mobile: 0431 488 538

PRICE REDUCTION $83,750

Price: $285,000

Price: $83,750 Internet: 3BJFD7 Details: Iris Williams Ph: 85 822 744 Mobile: 0437 497 304

Details: Iris Williams Ph: 85 822 744 Mobile: 0437 497 304


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Perfect presentation

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ITUATED in an excellent position this beautifully presented three bedroom home has a new kitchen, good size lounge, family room and two toilets. There is a large outside enter-

taining area, two garden sheds and two parking areas, providing vast space. This home needs nothing done to it and is perfect for first home buyers or as a retirement home. A must see for the perfectionist.

Members Price

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BARMERA

RRP $110

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31 Hawdon Street

Contact LJ Hooker Berri Sue Wurth 0431 488 538

Price $265,000 Inspect By appointment

To take advantage of these great savings

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Offers valid while stocks last. Prices correct at time of print.

PROTECT YOUR RENTAL PROPERTY/PORTFOLIO Landlords Is your investment managed to retain its value? Are you receiving maximum returns? Are you receiving the best management?

Our Property Managers are specialists and experienced top performers who have had extensive training to keep up to date with changes in laws and legislation.

LJ Hooker Berri, offers top management at reasonable rates that are cost effective and value for service.

To find out what rent you should be receiving, come see us for a free rental appraisal and advise on presentation to maximise rental on your property.

Our point of difference is we manage, not just collect rent. The Choice is yours.

As a landlord it is important to choose the best in Property Management - don’t discount for less service and care.

Please call LJ Hooker, Berri on 8582 2744

RENTAL PROPERTIES BERRI PROPERTIES

BERRI PROPERTIES 3 WORMAN STREET

Price: $220

PW

Spacious 3 bdr home, large open living + family, split system cooling, encl. yard, storage, sml garden. Contact: Michelle Phone:0400 299 429

3 WALTHAM ST

Price: $190

PW

2 bdr home, sep dine, evap cooling, gas heating, large shed and garden sheds, encl. yard, close to school. Contact: Traci Phone: 8582 2744

12 CLARK ST

Price: $185

PW

170 PW

Spacious 2 bdr house near school and walk to town centre, outside decking and patio, split system, encl. rear yard.

2 bdr modern home, large bedrooms with robes, r/c, sep. toilet, small encl. yard. Garden shed.

Contact: Michelle Phone: 0400 299 429

Contact: Michelle Phone:0400 299 429

13 GUY STREET

6 HEPWORTH ST

Price:

Price:

170 PW

$

3/53 KAY AVE

Price: $160

Contact: Traci Phone: 8582 2744

Contact: Patty Phone:0419 602 756

Price: $165

PW

3 bdr brick home overlooking oval, top location near River, spacious interior, r/c, encl. yard.

Contact: Traci Phone: 8582 2744

Contact: Michelle Phone:0400 299 429

4/5 GRENACHE AVE

Price: $150

Price:

140 PW

Newly renovated spacious 2 bdr unit, BIR’s, R/C, carport close to main shopping area and facilities.

PW

2 bdr modern unit, located close to shops and schools, r/c, small encl. yard, carport.

12 FARMER STREET

Price: $195

PW

3 bdr home, large kitchen, floorboards throughout, huge entertainment area, low maintenance gardens.

2/65 TONKIN AVE Price: $115 PW 2 Bdr unit ,BIR’s, R/C, carport, close to main shopping area all facilities. Contact: Traci Phone: 8582 2744

Price: $180

PW

3 bdr home, spacious interior in convenient location, r/c, encl. back yard, carport. Contact: Michelle Phone: 0400 299 429

7 CONEYBEER ST

Price: $180

Price: $200

PW

1 bdr double brick partly furnished apartment within the town centre, R/C air cond, r/water, carport. Contact: Michelle Phone:0400 299 429

2/7 GRENACHE AVE

Price: $150

Price: $140

1707 BOOKPURNONG TCE $280 PW 3 bdr home with BIR’s, study, 2 bathrooms, 2 living areas, formal dining, elevated patio decking, cubby, fruit trees and low maintenance garden.

PW

PW

3 PASCOE TCE

Price: $175

PW

Contact: Michelle Phone:0400 299 429

33A VAUGHAN TCE Price: 200 PW 2 bdr home in town centre, open living, evap cooling & gas heating, carport & large encl. yard.

1 bdr p/furnished unit in central location, BIR, open plan living, split system cooling, carport.

2 bdr home, spacious kitchen, lounge, R/C, open shedding & encl. yard. Close to shops & schools.

3 bdr home close to hospital, cooling, shedding, r/w, encl. yard.

Contact: Patty Phone:0419 602 756

Contact: Michelle Phone:0400 299 429

Contact: Michelle Phone: 0400 299 429

Contact: Traci Phone: 8582 2744

Contact: Michelle Phone:0400 299 429

RLA 1935

Price: $210

PW

Contact: Traci Phone: 8582 2744

Contact: Traci Phone: 8582 2744

3/11 CONEYBEER ST

1/40 FIRST STREET Price: $130 PW 2 bdr modern brick unit in quiet location, BIR’s, r/c, patio area, off street parking.

Modern and spacious 2 bdr home on land, huge kitchen, r/c, carport and garden shed.

3 bdr home close to town, kitchen/ dine separate lounge, 3 small bedrooms, carport & shed and large yard.

$

Contact: Michelle Phone:0400 299 429

31 RICHTER RD

Contact: Traci Phone: 8582 2744

2 bdr modern unit, open living, close to shops and school, R/C, carport.

PW

PW

Modern & large 1 bdr house in quiet area, r/c, bath with shwr, carport.

MONASH PROPERTIES

BERRI, UNITS - NO PETS 3/83 KAY AVE

Price: $125

Contact: Michelle Phone:0400 299 429

LOXTON PROPERTIES

Contact: Michelle Phone:0400 299 429

29 MCGREGOR ST

12 MATRUH ST

Contact: Traci Phone: 8582 2744

PW

2 bdr unit close to town & plaza, split ac, open living, encl. backyard & carport.

17 TRENAMAN CRES

9/65 TONKIN AVE

LOXTON PROPERTIES

$

LOXTON, UNITS - NO PETS

3 Bdr home with BIR’s, open living, heating and cooling, encl. yard & carport, convenient location.

3 bdr home, BIR’s, kitchen/dine & large separate lounge, carport & shedding and small encl. yard.

BARMERA, UNITS - NO PETS

BARMERA PROPERTIES

BERRI, UNITS - NO PETS 1/52 OLD STURT HIGHWAY $160 PW

$

32 HAYWARD TCE

Price: $180

PW

WINKIE PROPERTIES Price: $130 PW 148 WINKIE RD 1 bdr home on land, open living small home, carport & large open yard, no pets.

Contact: Patty Phone:0419 602 756 Price: $180 PW 42 GARRETT RD 4 bdr home on land, large home kitchen/dine & separate lounge, open yard & carport.

Contact: Patty Phone:0419 602 756

All rentals can be viewed on the ljhooker.com or realestate.com.au websites.


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AUCTION THIS SUNDAY 12noon on site

OPEN OPEN 33 Cucumunga Street Fantastic Rural Living s BEDROOM RENDERED BRICK HOME BUILT IN .OVEMBER s M ALLOTMENT WITH 2)4 WATER s FOOT CEILINGS FULLY INSULATED DUCTED ZONED REVERSE CYCLE AIR CON s %ASY CARE ATTRACTIVE NATIVE GARDENS WITH AUTOMATIC WATERING SYSTEM s M X M X M DRIVE THROUGH SHED PLUS DOUBLE CARPORT Auction: On site, Sunday 11th December 2011 at 12:00 Noon View: By appointment Mark Cresp 0417 883 892

"AYSWATER #LOSE 2IVERSIDE %STATE Riverside Estate s BEDROOM RETIREMENT HOME s 0REMIER RETIREMENT ADDRESS s %NJOY THE SECURITY AND FRIENDSHIPS s !LL MAINTENANCE INCLUDED

3EVENTEENTH 3TREET Quality & Location s 3OLID CONSTRUCTION HOME s 4HREE BEDROOMS POLISHED mOORS s -ODERN KITCHEN AND BATHROOM s ,ARGE SHED REAR LANE ACCESS

Price: $278,000 View: Saturday 10.15 - 10.45am Mark Cresp 0417 883 892

NEW Price: $215,000 View: Saturday 11.00 - 11.30am Mark Cresp 0417 883 892

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Mark Cresp

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OPEN ,EXIA 3TREET Under Instructions from the Mortgagee s BEDROOM HOME ON M s BATHROOMS MODERN KITCHEN s 3PLIT SYSTEM AIR CONDITIONING s $ETACHED ROOM REAR VERANDAH

11 Bonnar Street Solid Start! s BEDROOMS PLUS s GAMES ROOM s .EAR ,AKE "ONNEY s 'AS HEATING s M ALLOTMENT

Price: $155,000 View: Saturday 9.00 - 9.30am Emma Treloar 0430 150 136

NEW Price: $159,000 View: Saturday 10.00 - 10.30am Chet Al 0413 104 002

Mark Cresp

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AUCTION new release

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Fantastic Location s !DJACENT TO SCHOOLS KINDERGARTEN s 3OLID CONSTRUCTION BEDROOM HOME s $OUBLE ALLOTMENT WITH REAR LANE ACCESS s %ASY WALK TO TOWN SHOPPING CENTRE

Kulkyne Street Ready Set Go! s %STABLISHED AND READY TO GO s %XCELLENT BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES s (UGE SHEDDING READY BUSINESS INDUSTRIAL OR HORTICULTURAL 34## s M X M #OLORBOND 3HEDDING

70 Twentieth Street 7ATTLE 3TREET Just Take a Look at me Now! s )NVITING BEDROOMS SOLID HOME s 2ENOVATED FROM HEAD TO TOE s 3HORT WALKS TO 3CHOOLS AND 0LAZA s /N A LARGE M ALLOTMENT

Auction: On site, Monday 19th December 2011 at 12.30pm View: Saturday 9.30 - 10.00am Mark Cresp 0417 883 892

Price: $260,000 View: Saturday 11.00 - 11.30am Chet Al 0413 104 002

Price: $210,000 View: Saturday 11.45 – 12.15 Chet Al 0413 104 002

Mark Cresp

SELL

Chet Al

Submit Your Offer View: By appointment Mark Cresp 0417 883 892

Chet Al

Price: $95,000 View: By Appointment Emma Treloar 0430 150 136.

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#OCOS 0LACE Outstanding Waterway Views s %NJOY SUPERB WATER VIEWS s BEDROOMS BATHROOMS s 3PACIOUS OPEN LIVING AREAS s 1UIET CUL DE SAC LOCATION Price: $440,000 View: By appointment Mark Cresp 0417 883 892

Price: $395,000 View: By appointment Chet Al 0413 104 002 Chet Al

INSPECT NOW Price: $45,000 View: By appointment Mark Cresp 0417 883 892

,OT 4OWNSEND 3TREET Love, Dream, Imagine s 7ATER FRONT LIVING s !RCHITECTURAL CATHEDRAL CEILINGS s 3POTTED GUM TIMBER mOORING s &OUR LARGE BEDROOMS

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Price: $950,000 View: By appointment Chet Al 0413 104 002

Price: $620,000 View: By appointment Mark Cresp 0417 883 892

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2AL 2AL !VENUE Rural living at it’s best s 3PACIOUS BEDROOM s .EW TILES TO BATHROOM LAUNDRY s (UGE GABLE ROOF PERGOLA s 'ARAGE 5-2 PLUS LARGE SHED

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NEW Price: $295,000 View: By appointment Mark Cresp 0417 883 892

NEW Price: $158,000 View: By appointment Mark Cresp 0417 883 892

New Price: $133,500 View: By appointment Mark Cresp 0417 883 892

NEW Price: $130,000 View: By appointment Emma Treloar 0430 150 136

NEW Price: $145,000 View: By appointment Chet Al 0413 104 002

Renmark

Renmark

s MĂ ACRES 2ENMARK .ORTH s 2URAL LIVING CLOSE TO 2ENMARK .ORTH 3CHOOL s 2)4 WATER POWER CONNECTED s 2URAL SITES ARE BECOMING SCARCE

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0417 883 892

Emma Treloar

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0430 150 136

Chet Al

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0413 104 002

Meegan Drogemuller

Property Management

0417 837 486

Emma Rucioch ................... OfďŹ ce Administration 8586 6831

RLA 147 968

Emma Treloar

Chet Al

129 Renmark Ave, Renmark

8586 6831 Renmark raywhite.com


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8586 6831 Renmark

Renmark

Blue Skies

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SOLD 39 Meander Avenue $260pw Lovely home with river access ,OVELY BEDROOM HOME WITH RIVER ACCESS AND CREEK VIEWS LOCATED IN THE POPULAR *ANE %LIZA %STATE SPLIT SYSTEM REVERSE CYCLE AIR CONDITIONING DOUBLE GARAGE WITH ROLLER DOOR PERGOLA AND FENCED SECURE YARD

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72 Thurk Street High Return Duplex Rentals s #OMBINED INCOME OF P W s (IGH CEILINGS SOLID STONE WALLS s LARGE BEDROOMS SLEEPOUT s #LOSE TO SHOPS AND SCHOOLS Price: $225,000 View: By appointment Mark Cresp 0417 883 892

A New Renmark Story! Stage 1 Now Selling s 4HE LONG AWAITED LAND RELEASE NOW AVAILABLE s #OUNTRY LIVING WILL BE APPRECIATED ALL YEAR ROUND s 7ALKING DISTANCE TO 2ENMARK 0LAZA s (OT MIX ASPHALT AND COLONIAL STREET LIGHTING s .ATIONAL BROADBAND NETWORK READY s "E ONE OF THE lRST TO SECURE YOUR ALLOTMENT TODAY s !LLOTMENTS RANGING FROM M TO M

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Price: From $88,000 Chet Al 0413 104 002

Price: $69,000 - $93,000 Mark Cresp 0417 883 892

126 Pyap St,

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Renmark

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Renmark

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19 Acres s 4WO SEPARATE TITLE s &ULL ##7 CONTRACT s !UTOMATIC DRIP IRRIGATION

Lot 37 Brewarrina Street,

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Price: $300,000 crop negotiable View: By appointment Mark Cresp 0417 883 892

Lot 2 Warrakoo Court MĂ ........................................... Panorama Court ,OTS AVAILABLE ..........

Mark Cresp +URRAJONG !VENUE First Class Presentation s 4HREE BEDROOM HOME s .ICE KITCHEN AND BATHROOM s &ANTASTIC REAR TIMBER DECK s 'ARAGE PLUS DOUBLE CARPORT NEW Price: $165,000 View: By appointment Mark Cresp 0417 883 892 Mark Cresp

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.ELBUCK 3TREET 14.5 Acres House & Implements s ACRES VINES ACRES STONEFRUIT s -, WATER IMPLEMENTS SHEDDING s 4HREE BEDROOM HOME

2ENMARK !VENUE Renmark avenue allotment s (A ON "ERRI SIDE OF 2ENMARK s 0LANTED TO TREE FRUITS WINE GRAPES s )DEAL RURAL LIVING SITE SUBJECT TO CONSENT

0AROO 3TREET 9Ha Renmark North Vineyard s 3PACIOUS HOME WITH POOL s #AB TRACTOR SPRAYER ETC s !LL VINES MAINLY ##7 s $RIP IRRIGATION EXCELLENT SOIL

Price: $250,000* with crop View: By appointment Mark Cresp 0417 883 892

NEW Price: $85,000 View: By appointment Mark Cresp 0417 883 892

Price: $460,000* crop negotiable View: By Appointment Mark Cresp 0417 883 892

Mark Cresp

Mark Cresp

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$275pw

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69 Murray Avenue,

$250pw

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73 Murray Avenue,

$230pw

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99 Sixteenth St,

$195pw

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4 Korinthos St,

$175pw

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10.00 - 10.30am 11 Bonnar Street Raywhite Renmark

10.15 - 10.45am 94 Bayswater Close Riverside Estate Raywhite Renmark

BERRI 9.00 - 9.30am

20 Lexia Street Raywhite Renmark

RENMARK 9.30 - 10.00am

194 Eighteenth Street Raywhite Renmark

10.00 - 10.30am 19 Meander Avenue Lin Andrews

11.00 - 11.30am Kulkyne Street Raywhite Renmark 11.00 - 11.30am 168 Seventeenth Street Raywhite Renmark 11.45 - 12.15pm 70 Twentieth Street Raywhite Renmark

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RLA 47936

If you’re serious about selling... SELL WITH US Morgan

$114,000

New Listing

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from old Stock route

Australia

Waikerie

$138,990

$239,500

SECLUDED GETAWAY

s s s s s GEE IT’S QUIET OUT HERE s 158.2ha (390 acres) s )DEAL LOCATION TO CAMP caravans included s Native bushland in a tranquil s Fully fenced setting s Situated only a few kilometres s Make this your own piece of

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2.743HA (6.77 acres) 3 bedroom home Large lounge Stunning surroundings Renovate, or start from scratch and build your dream holiday home

Waikerie

$179,000

BIGGER THAN YOU EXPECT s 3 bedrooms s L ockup garage with internal s s s

entry L arge kitchen dining lounge Currently tenanted. Low maintenance yard

Morgan

$575,000

IMMACULATE s E levated 3 bedroom home s

s s s

GREAT STARTER s Proven great rental

3 bedrooms Rumpus room Fantasitc entertaining area

s s s s

with 2 bathrooms S tunning setting with manicured lawns Shed and garden shed Extensive solar system 2 balconies Private boat ramp

property

Pelican Point

Sunlands

$159,000

CREATE MEMORIES FOR LIFE s Stunning riverfront entertaining area Designated protected ďŹ re pit to sit around 2 bedroom holiday home Separate ensuite camping area Room to ride motorbikes Rare opportunity

s s s s s

Waikerie s s s s

HOME AND LAND s 1 2m x 7m shed with roller

3 bedroom Main with walkin robe Modern kitchen Double carport

Taylorville

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doors Walk to the golf club

$515,000

s s s s s s

$149,000

$229,000

GREAT STREET APPEAL 3 bedrooms 2 living area New zoned air conditioned Fully fenced level allotment Large shed Suited to Retirees, families, ďŹ rst home owner- this really is an all rounder.

Morgan

$157,950

NEAR TO RIVERNOTHING OVER LOOKED s 3 bedrooms s New bathroom and spa room s RURAL ENVIRONMENT s 4 bedrooms s 10.25m x 3.3m shed s Fully fenced allotment s Ideal ďŹ rst home or base for the serious traveller s Large lounge

Waikerie

$270,000

s s s

updated kitchen Private undercover entertaining area Carport for 3 cars Boat shed and workshop Minutes from the river and shops

Waikerie s s s s s

3 bedroom Granny at Spacious living areas Great shedding Massive yard

4 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 3 Living Areas

OUTSTANDING LOCATION s Double garage s Massive yard s Spectacular view

$85,000

ALL OFFERS CONSIDERED DUE TO ILL HEALTH s Quiet location s Neat 2 bedroom home s Open plan living s Heating and cooling s Large garage s Approx. 5 mins drive to the

$398,000

SECLUDED QUALITY HOME WITH INCOME POTENTIAL s 7 year old quality home set s s

s s s

on 1.204ha (2.97acres) 4 bedrooms (main with ensuite and WIR) Large open plan living area incorporates kitchen (quality appliances), dining and family room Double garage with remote controlled roller doors and internal access to house. Slow combustion heater and ducted reverse cycle AIR CONDITIONING Large shed with concrete oor, lights and 3 phase power

Waikerie s s s s s

$285,000

LIVE, BUILD OR RE DEVELOP 1.5 Ha (3.7 acres) 3 bedroom home Unique layout 2 Titles Walking distance to shops

Waikerie

$229,900

NO EXCESS WATER HERE

s s s s s

Brick home Fantastic Location Low maintenance yard Private undercover parking Great Investment/ Retiree home

Waikerie

$249,500

EASY CARE FAMILY HOME s s s s

3 Bedrooms Open Plan Living Formal Lounge and Dining 9m x 6m shed with concrete oor, light and power Low Maintenance Garden

s

Morgan s s s s s

$49,500

YOUR OWN PIECE OF AUSTRALIA 3.33ha (8.25 acres) of at vacant land. Located a short drive from Morgan. 6m x 6m shed with 2 carports Ideal recreation block – teach the kids to ride or drive. Why not make it yours.

Waikerie s s s s s s s

983m2 parcel of land Solid construction home 3 bedrooms Modern kitchen 6m x 5m shed with concrete oor Slow combustion heater in lounge Detached room complete with shower

Waikerie s s s s s

Blanchetown

From $94,000

CONSERVATIONIST PARADISE s 10 allotments s Land size from 900HA to 964.2HA Private Water scheme available 1HA or 2.5 acres build site per allotment 102 native plant species 81 native bird species 10 native reptile species 8 native mammal species

s s s s s s

Waikerie

$160,000

s s s s s s

FAMILY WANTED

1011m2 fully fenced yard 3 bedrooms 2 car carport Ducted cooling Close to the river Large rear decked entertaining area

Scotts Creek s s s s

$514,000

ELEVATED RIVERFRONT SHACK Elevated holiday home 2 bedrooms with numerous additional accommodation options 7ELL APPOINTED KITCHEN Large undercover lockable storage areas

BEST OF THE BEST

$475,000

ABSOLUTE RIVERFRONT Extra large allotment Subsoil irrrigation system Lawned riverfront Two storey holiday home Ample sleeping accommodation Concrete boatramp

$275,000

SECURE, SAFE & SPECIAL s

s s s s s

BEDROOMS ALL WITH BUILT IN robes and Ceiling Fans Ducted reverse cycle air con Locks on all windows (Pilkington security glass) and doors for peace of mind Low maintenance fully fenced yard 8 year old home – no work to be done 12m x 7.5m x 3.4m shed with concrete oor, lights 3 phase power

Blanchetown s s s s s

1011m2 allotment Newer home nearby Build holiday home or permanent home Power and water nearby Can’t afford a Riverfront Property but want to live in a river town

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Serving the district from, 2 Coombe Terrace, Waikerie

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Waikerie

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$259,950

9,950

reduced to $23 s s s

FIRST TIME ON THE MARKET

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983m2 block 3 bedrooms Family / Kids play room with 2nd toilet Single car garage with internal access to home 12m x 6m shed with 3 sliding doors 9m x 3.5m Outdoor Entertaining Area The owners have moved make an offer

Taylorville s s s s s s

$319,500

RIVERVIEWS AND ACCESS 18.9Ha – 46.7 acres Set on two levels Unique position Outstanding views River access Rare ďŹ nd

Waikerie

$242,000

3 BEDROOM STONE HOME ON 0.57 ACRES s Polished Baltic Pine s s s s s

oorboards in living areas Numerous vehicle parking options Galley style kitchen with Modern appliances Secluded Family home 1 minute to the River and a Primary School Ducted Reverse Cycle Airconditioning

Brenda Park s s s s s s s

s s s s s

$419,000

WATCH THE WATER Elevated shack Next to the boat ramp 2 bedrooms Open living balcony Great family spot Right on the river

Waikerie

from $49,990

VALUE PACKED Close to the township Room to move No building time constraints Service available All offers considered

Sunlands s s s s

$29,500

CITRUS AND HOME SITE 1.66ha (4.1 acres Planted to Navels and Valencias 2 sealed road frontages Several attractive home sites

Waikerie

$39,900

BUILDING OPPORTUNITY

boat ramp

THE MARSCHALL FAMILY

$365,000

4 bedrooms 4 bathrooms Formal lounge Family room Undercover parking Shedding 11.4 acres of secluded beauty Indoor pool

Waikerie

CLOSE TO RIVER s s s s s s

$239,000

4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Lovely family home Walking distance to bread milk and paper Close to river

Morgan s s s s s s s s

$195,000

AFFORDABLE OUT OF TOWN LIVING

Pelican Point

TWO FOR THE PRICE OF ONE

Morgan

s s s

$229,900

Waikerie

s s s s s s s

$225,000

SPACIOUS LAND AND COSY COTTAGE 1.012Ha or 2.4 acres freehold land Country cottage – open plan living 2 large bedrooms Formal lounge 10.8m x 9.2m steel framed shed 6.6m x 5m stone garage 80m frontage onto Sturt Hwy

Houseboat s s s s s s

$115,000 MAYSUN

Built to survey 1992 50hp mariner outboard Service history Open plan living, 3 cabins Meticulously presented Slipped in 2007

SINCE 1920

PH. (08) 8541 2777 Available 7 Days a week at a time convenient to buyers and sellers www.marschallfirstnational.com.au


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RLA 47936

If you’re serious about selling... SELL WITH US Waikerie s s s s s s s s s

$230,000

Waikerie

TREAT YOURSELF

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Convenient location Walk to shops Walk to school Quiet street 3 large bedrooms Formal lounge Open kitchen meals Formal dining room , OW MAINTENANCE YARDS

Overland Cnr

s s s s s

$173,250

3 bedroom home Full length front verandah to take in the views 5.5m x 5.5m shed 734m² block of land with rear access Ideal traveller’s base, holiday home or permanent residence

s s s

Waikerie

4 bedrooms Galley kitchen with wood stove Several living areas Big piece of Land New roof Peaceful surrounds 2 bedroom granny flat

s s s s s s s s s

$235,000

PROMINENT SHEDDING IN GREAT LOCATION s s s s s s

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$148,000

FREESTONE HOME AND ACRES s Substantial home in a

$259,500

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3 bedrooms Open plan living Fantastic shedding Stunning garden Elevated patio for all you entertaining needs

s s s

$329,000

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Large 648m2 freehold allotment 49.16m frontage Licence for a jetty Double bedrooms Open plan living area Lockable boat shed Sandy skiable beach Near to main boat ramp Quieter shack site

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$50,000

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2 Coombe Terrace 7!)+%2)% s PHONE

Waikerie

READY & WAITING 3 bedroom home Fully fenced allotment Large lounge with slow combustion heater Ideal first home, investment property or home base for the serious traveller Recently updated so no work required inside – add your touch outside

$154,000

INVESTMENT PLUS s C lose to schools, kindy and s Good size yard Childcare s Walk to the river s 3 bedrooms s 2ECEIVING GREAT RENT

$185,000

HOP SKIP AND A JUMP YOU’RE AT THE SHOP s Endless possibilities s Fantastic location s 3 bedroom s Heating and Cooling s Zoning for this property

Fenced allotment Close to the town centre Very close to school and sporting facilities Get of the rental roundabout and build your home today

Morgan

$229,000

lets you have so many choices

$119,500

Waikerie

TIME FOR A CHANGE s s

$115,000

Waikerie

BUILD AND DEVELOP

Morgan

secluded elevated position Consisting of Kitchen, Dining, Lounge and 5 bedrooms 1.798 Ha (4.4acres) of delightful well wooded land Extensive reverse cycle air conditioning " E 1UICK TO SECURE THIS rare opportunity

Waikerie

RIVER FRONTAGE CAN BE AFFORDABLE

Swan Reach

680m2 of office space Storage & workshop area Customer lounge Large showroom Awaiting your new venture in life Lots of customer parking

Cadell

DELIGHTFUL HOME, MAGNIFICENT VIEWS

s s s s s

Cadell

LAND HOUSE AND UNIT

Waikerie

UNINTERRUPTED WATER VIEWS

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$239,500

1400m² Freehold allotment Wide frontage onto Federal Street 9m x 7m steel framed shed with concrete floor Separate bathroom with toilet Easy access to riverfront and lawned reserve

s s s s

$164,500

RURAL LIVING FAMILY FAVOURITE

3 Bedrooms, Solid home Olive trees to play with or pull out – the choice is yours. Refurbished kitchen Get off the rental roundabout today

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4 Bedrooms and study Spacious living area Full length rear verandah Combustion heating Split system reverse cycle air

conditioning Fenced swimming pool Lockable garage Convenient peaceful location

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(08) 8541 2777 s Available 7 Days a week

A dependable choice W

OULDN’T it be nice to have something you can depend on? Three words: solid brick home. There are few things that are as safe as a large solid family home and here is one waiting for new owners. The home features a three bedroom design set in a quiet street close to just about everything. Shops, schools and civic services, are all close at hand.

The wonderful front yard is easy to maintain thanks to a handy dripper watering system and the rear yard has a large shed with room for multiple cars and work shop. Inside the house you have one bathroom and two toilets. One of the toilets thoughtfully comes off of the family/pool room. This home has a lot of potential, all it needs is a new family.

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FALL IN LOVE ALL OVER AGAIN

FANTASTIC FIRST HOME!

WATERFRONT LOCATION & POTENTIAL

Beautifully renovated Villa, conveniently located in the heart of Berri. Retaining many of it’s original features this residence offers two generous sized bedrooms with built in robes, stunning gourmet Kitchen with S/S appliances, plus a open living and dining area. The fully enclosed private outdoor area is ideal for alfresco entertaining.

Compose your own masterpiece or turn into your dream palace, this home truly is a blank canvas just waiting for some much needed TLC. Featuring 3 Bedrooms, a large bathroom with shower and bath tub, this makes a great ground pool, and rear access.

This home includes 3 double bedrooms with built in robes to main. Living zones include casual family room, opening onto a large outdoor entertaining area, formal dinning/meals and lounge/ TV room. This home offers gas heating and ducted cooling. The two way bathroom is neatly presented with separate bath and shower.

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Quality home leased to fantastic tenants within a week! More wonderful tenants waiting and ready to go, Rent arrears 0% Marlena Watkins / Senior Property Manager 08 8586 5122, 0409 080 919

Shop 6 Chapman Mall, RENMARK

SERVICING THE RIVERLAND & MALLEE AREA

Wendy Tuul / 0408 560 639 / wendy.tuul@linandrews.com.au

www.linandrews.com.au

PROPERTY FOR LIFE

RLA 122510

GARDENINGGARDENING WITH ANDREWWITH WALLADGE ANDREW WALLADGE

Turning a lump of timber into something beautiful H

ow many of us have gone for a drive or perhaps a walk and only just see what is there rather than seeing what could be? Let me explain. If you are looking to take a photo we tend (or at least I do) look at things and situations differently. We take more time to notice the light, colours

and the background. If it’s nearly lunch time while you are travelling we tend to look for pleasant shady spots to rest or maybe somewhere with a good view. However, if you are a woodworker or a timber and/or plant enthusiast, you would see plants and trees in a different light. Rather than just seeing

the raw tree, we see what it could potentially be. I think most trees are beautiful and deserve their place but timber is a product much like fruit, cork or any other of the myriad of products derived from plants. Thankfully in our midst, there are highly talented people that can see a lump of timber and turn it into something quite extraordinary. Australian timbers are some of the most beautiful in the world (yes, and

I’m biased) and deserve to be used where possible for all sorts of purposes. In the past, huon pine was used to build ships. Light weight, rot and insect proof with a magnificent fragrance, the timber is highly sort after now for craft wood. The local native pine was put to good use by pioneers for its termite resistance. Our arid and semi rainfall zones support many slower growing, tough, and at times, unusual timber plants. One of the wattles from the inland has purple timber and another from Western Australia smells of raspberry jam.

■UNUSUAL: There are many uses for timber, including creating a wooden soccer ball. I could go on and on but suffice to say if you are into beautiful objects, items skilfully made from Australian timbers must be on your ‘to do list’ or ‘go out and buy’ list.

One could actually plant a tree with the view to one day harvest its timber to create something special like a soccer ball or perhaps a violin.

Award winning gardener shares tips on summer growing By CALLUM TRIFONOFF SUMMER has arrived and the sun is drenching gardens with its rays. Award winning Waikerie gardener Brandon Webster has worked through many seasons and knows what it takes to maintain a patch through hot and cold weather conditions. For 80 years, Mr Webster has produced arrays of coloured flowers from a number of varieties and learnt the craft from

his mother, who had a passion for gardening. One of the most important aspects of creating a garden is mulch, according to Mr Webster. “When one of our trees drops its leaves, we pick them up and put them in a corner and it turns into mulch,� he said. “There’d be 25 years of mulch I’ve got here. “I don’t use any manure or anything on my garden, it’s all

mulch.� Watering is obviously a key aspect of growing a garden but Mr Webster said plants can be over watered. “In summer time I water the garden every second day,� he said. If you are a beginner when it comes to gardening, there are some drought tolerant and easy species to grow. “Grow some of the easier ones like the pelargoniums and geraniums,� Mr Webster said.


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To Parents, Students, Staff and Friends You are invited to Glossop High’s School Presentation Night Wednesday 14th December, 2011 7.30pm at the Berri Town Hall An opportunity to acknowledge the efforts os students and staff and Year 12 Graduation We hope you will join us for this important event

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Dec 8 - Dec 15 Thursday 8th December • Rosie Clark Dance Studio’s presentation day. Held at Barmera-Monash Football Club today from 11am. Saturday 10th December • Riverland Farmers’ Market, 7.30 to 11.30am, Senior Citizens Hall, Crawford Terrace Berri. Fresh local produce. Great coffee and breakfast. Contact Rosalyn on 0417 824 648. www.riverlandfarmersmarket.org.au • Riverland Ballroom Dancing, 7–11.30 pm, please bring a plate of supper. Held at Paringa. Phone Geoff 8586 5613. Sunday 11th December • Berri Pacemakers Bingo, Berri Resort Hotel eyes down at 2pm. Christmas Bingo. • Carols by the River at the Berri Riverfront near the playground at 7pm. Bring a rug or a chair, guest artist, great band & lots of carol singing. Come early and bring a picnic tea, there will also be a collection for the Riverland Christmas appeal. Monday 12th December • Open Door, Barmera Uniting Church Hall 1-4pm. Time for a cuppa & a chat. • Barmera little athletics, every Monday of 4TH term of School. 5.30pm at the Bruce oval Barmera. Ph Trish 8588 1999. Tuesday 13th December • The Palms Bingo, Berri Club. Eyes down 10.30am. Christmas break up. • Barmera Monash Charity Bingo Club, 7.30pm at the Barmera Monash Football Club. Proceeds to St Vinnie’s Christmas appeal. Thursday 15th December • Riverland Gem & mineral club workshop every Thursday. 3 to 5.30pm at Glossop. Contact Dennis 8582 3430 for information. • 9.30am - Song, Story and Activity “Pencis toppersâ€?. For preschoolers every Thursday in the Berri Library & Information Centre. Free no bookings necessary. Community events file is for not for profit organisations and events are listed at the discretion of the Riverland Weekly management. We recommend you verify details of events listed with the relevant organisation.

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Responsible Multi Skilled Farm Worker A position has become available on a 900 sows straw based pig unit. We are looking for a person who would live on farm and take an active role in the following areas: s 4RACTOR DRIVING STRAW UP AND CLEANING OUT SHELTERS s !SSISTING IN SHIFTING TRANSPORTING PIGS s !SSISTING IN MAINTENANCE WORK s 'ENERAL FARM WORK 4HE IDEAL CANDIDATE WOULD HAVE ALL ROUND MECHANICAL AND WELDING SKILLS EXPERIENCE USING TELE HANDLERS AND FRONT END LOADERS ! DRUG TEST POLICY IS IN PLACE ! GOOD COMMUNICATOR keen to work in a team environment doing any task required. While pig experience is not essential, a willingness to work with livestock is a must. Weekend roster entails 2 x ½ days every three weeks with a DAY OFF THE FOLLOWING WEEK 4HE FARM IS LOCATED KILOMETERS from Eudunda and 35 kilometers to Morgan. It is an hour to the Barossa Valley and 2 hours from Adelaide. School bus virtually TO FRONT DOOR ! BEDROOM AIR CONDITIONED HOUSE WITH IN GROUND swimming pool would be part of the package. Work opportunities available for partner if suitable in the pig unit if so required.

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Management Accountant Charlie’s Group (Australia) is a premium beverage manufacturer based in Renmark in South Australia’s Riverland. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a small team in a key “hands onâ€? role to assist in shaping the future of the company and to manage the ďŹ nancial affairs for the Australian operations at a senior level. The main purpose of the role is to provide timely and accurate reporting and accounting support to the Australian team as well a meeting the Charlie’s Group reporting requirements reporting through to New Zealand head ofďŹ ce. The role includes: s -ONTHLY REPORTING AND RECONCILIATIONS s !CCOUNTS RECEIVABLE AND !CCOUNTS PAYABLE s -ANAGING AND REPORTING CASH mOW

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Donations of cash, new toys and non-perishable food can be left at the following agencies: ac.care – 7 Wilson Street, Berri Salvation Army – 20 Wilson Street, Berri Loxcare – Corner Drabsch and Pyap Streets, Loxton Chaffey Community Centre – Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Nineteenth Street, Renmark St Vincent de Paul – Barwell Avenue, Barmera Waikerie Community Centre – Crush Terrace, Waikerie

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Positions Vacant ■ JOY: Kim Roessel and Kylie Webb enjoyed the Renmark Christmas Pageant on Friday by getting into the Christmas spirit.

CENTURY ORCHARDS Security Guards Berri Resort Hotel Motel Require Licensed Security Crowd Controllers for Nightclub and general Hotel Security. Excellent conditions, good wages.

Ph 0411 548 637 for an interview

Manager The Riverland’s biggest cirulating newspaper is seeking a business manager with a flair for administration as well as sales and a drive to achieve success. The full time position, commencing in 2012, is based at Berri, SA. The successful applicant will not only provide leadership for a young, energetic team but will also be responsible for day to day administration and finacial management, as well as helping to drive advertising sales. Ideally you will have worked in the media industry and have experience using MYOB software. To obtain a comprehensive job description and application details email your contact information to cj.solutions@hotmail.com Applications must be received by 5pm, Monday, December 12, 2011

CENTURY ORCHARDS Horticultural Trainee Century Orchards invites applications for the above traineeship. Century Orchards is a property consisting of 475 ha of Almonds and 100 ha of vines and is situated approximately 7 km from Loxton. The successful applicant will be selfmotivated, and able to work well within a team environment. They will be willing to learn all aspects of a modern horticultural enterprise and enter into a formal trainee arrangement to obtain a Certificate III in Production Horticulture. Above award wages are offered for this position and it is open to all ages from school leavers to mature age applicants.

Century Orchards is “An Equal Opportunity Employer.” Applications to: Manager P.O.Box 894, Loxton SA 5333 Ph. 08 8584 4777 Fax. 08 8584 4888 Office hours 9 to 3pm Mon to Thurs

Applications close on February 16th, 2011

Harvest Casual Employment Opportunities Century Orchards invites applications for the above positions. Century Orchards is a property consisting of 475 ha of Almonds and 100 ha of vines and is situated approximately 7 km from Loxton. We are looking for energetic, self motivated persons to become a part of our harvest team. Working 40 - 60 hours per week. Machinery experience preferred but not essential as full, on the job training is available. Duties include operation of imported almond harvest machinery, tractors as well as general orchard duties. Current drivers license required.

■ FRIENDS: The pageant was a great night out with friends for (from left) Elaine Schier, Better Ficher, Fay Forema and Eileen Ingham. Photos: CALLUM TRIFONOFF

“Century Orchards is “An Equal Opportunity Employer.” Applications to: Manager P.O. Box 894, Loxton SA 5333 Ph. 08 8584 4777 Fax. 08 8584 4888 Office hours 9 to 3pm Mon to Thurs

Applications close on February 16th, 2011

Berri Library and Information Centre is an innovative joint-use library service that incorporates the Public Library, Glossop High School Senior Campus and the TAFE SA Riverland Learning Resource Centre.

SCHOOL SERVICES LIBRARIAN

■ HAT: Having fun at the Renmark Christmas Pageant were Chris Roessel and Dylan Jones.

■ WATCH OUT: An impressive pirate float in the Renmark Christmas Pageant.

Do you have a passion beyond books! The School Services Librarian is a fantastic opportunity for you to demonstrate your ability to proactively seek and develop new ways to provide resources, services and facilities to support teaching, learning and research to Glossop High staff and students. As part of your role you will also work closely with public and TAFE SA library customers. To be successful you will need to possess an appropriate degree or graduate diploma and knowledge of a range of secondary school library operations. Experience in a joint-use library environment would also be an advantage. The position offered is part time (0.7), with the position preferably starting in February 2012. Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Council’s Enterprise Bargaining Agreement and the South Australian Municipal Salaried Officers Award - Level 5 ($66K based on Full Time Equivalent).

■ COLOURFUL: The colourful Smurfs float was just one of many taking part in the Renmark Christmas Pageant.

Full details available at www.berribarmera.sa.gov.au Applications close Thursday 22 December 2011, 5pm. Enquires can be made to Peter Ison, Library Manager on 08 8595 2666.

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■ OUTBACK: A creative float makes its way down the streets of Renmark.

■ HO, HO, HO: Santa Claus arrives in his trusty sleigh at the Renmark Christmas Pageant on Friday.


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WAKEBOARD SA STOP THREE

State’s best boarders on show

■ ACTION PACKED: Top South Australian wakeboarders will be showing off a number of tricks during Wakeboard SA’s stop three at Renmark on Saturday.

SOME of South Australia’s best wakeboarders will be showing their class when Wakeboard SA hosts stop three of its season in Renmark on Saturday. Wakeboard SA president Mark Bridger said the competitors always enjoy coming to the Riverland. “It’s a big event, it’s good for Renmark, it’s good for the sport,” he said.

“We’ll be running a double up contest under lights and that will be huge. “There’s going to be some kneeboarding and some airchairs. “It’s going to be spectacular.” World champion Parker Siegele, country champion Luke Matson and state champion Tommy Lindsay will be a few big name boarders to compete.

Other talent on display at the Renmark riverfront will be top women’s rider Daniella Lambert, who lists her riding location as Blanchetown, and 2010/11 junior men’s state title holder Nelson Kincaid. “We’ve got quite a few open pros,” Mr Bridger said. Mr Bridger expects a large turnout due to the Riverland “always

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Thursday December 8, 2011 – Riverland Weekly • 29

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Bevan back at Ramco

Riverland weekend sporting action ■ PITCH: Berri’s Nick Stevens pitches in his team’s 17-2 thrashing of Renmark in Riverland B grade baseball on the weekend. Photos: GRANT

By CALLUM TRIFONOFF RAMCO has reappointed Andrew Bevan for a second term as coach and he is hopeful of leading his team to a finals finish next year. The team narrowly missed out on a place in the Riverland Football League Independent finals series last season and Bevan is keen to see improvement. “It was great watching the young kids develop,” he said. “I put them pretty well through their paces with the A grade and a couple of them stepped up. “I definitely want to make finals this year. “We should’ve made finals last year.” Bevan said Ramco is also looking at a number of potential recruits. “We’re trying to get my step-lad Cameron Hawke (from Waikerie),” he said. “If he comes down he might bring a couple of his Waikerie lads. “We’ll approach a few from Waikerie.” The Roosters will look to a core group of players in Max Baddack, Jeremy Jaeger, Daniel Donnolly and Marcus McGrath next season. Meanwhile, there are only two Independent clubs yet to announce a coach for the 2012 season. Officials from East Murray and Wunkar confirmed an announcement on coaches will be made before the end of the year. Clubs that have appointed a coach for 2012 are Moorook-Kingston (Cecil Rigney), Brown’s Well (Lance Degenhardt), Cobdogla (Brad Gillespie), Lyrup (Shane Healy), Paringa (Arrod Westley) and Blanchetown-Swan Reach (Peter Zadow).

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■ WHACK: Berri baseballer Tim Ingerson hits the ball during a B grade match against Renmark.

■ SWIM: Renmark swimmer Rhys Jennings take part in the Riverland Swimming Association second points event at Loxton on Friday.

■ TOP AND BELOW: Action from the side-car grand slam held at the Riverland Speedway on the weekend. Photos: GRANT SCHWARTZKOPFF

■ AVOID: In Riverland A grade softball on the weekend, Cobdogla’s Julie Cook attempts to dodge a stray Loxton pitch.

■ READY: Getting prepared to pitch during a SAPSASA softball match is Renmark West Primary School’s Mikayla May.

■ HIT: Renmark‘s Kiara Finn strikes the ball during the weekend’s Riverland softball C grade match against Loxton. ■ EYE ON THE PRIZE: Young Berri talent Brock Verrall swims for victory during Friday’s points event.

Plays and Misses with Graham Charlton and Brad Perry

First hundred

certainly have had a better reflection on the RTCA both here, including amongst our youngsters, and elsewhere than by a forfeit.

■ HISTORY was made in the recent Twenty20 round of the Pinnaroo and Border Association when Pinnaroo’s Kane O’loughlin scored the first century ever in the competition’s shorter form of the game. Kane’s 109, with support from Sunyl Vogt’s 69, got the team to 3 for 199, to which Murrayville had no answer, as it was all out for just 34. The other game was much closer with top side Lameroo scoring 4 for 125 (Josh Ridgway 49, Craig Altus 40,) to just beat Parilla 5 for 118, (Nick Dabinett 39, Leith Dabinett 35).

■ MANY people are suggesting that, standard aside and in some instances debatable, the B grade competition with more teams is a good place to be in right now, even for our juniors, where some good work is being done with them by senior players. The cricket is being played in good spirit with the competition very competitive.

Smashing Burnett

Kelvin’s comeback?

■ BERRI’S Paul Burnett found form with the bat for the Riverland in the zone game against Mid Murray recently, smashing 150, while Loxton spinner Shaun Reilly picked up a remarkable 5/6.

■ BARMERA butcher and one of local cricket’s favourite sons Kelvin Carter should be encouraged to get back into the game super quick. Kelvin played for a long time standing up to men of pace and risking head and limb as one of the most determined local batsmen playing the game before his body finally told him “enough” and convinced him to turn to the less threatening sport of lawn bowls. He now has a nasty Achilles injury at his busiest time of the year and is a bit like Santa, calling on his willing helpers to put in a bit more so that he can maintain the excellent service in his shop that he pursues in the same manner he used to

No third team ■ WITH Renmark unable to field a side in last Saturday’s one day cricket final, was there a provision in the book of rules for the third placed team to be invited to take part as Berri’s opponent? The late decision by Renmark may have meant the fixture be held at a later date but so what? The one day cup result actually being decided by playing a game would

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chase runs. Yes turning to bowls Kelvin overlooked that while the sport may be a bit less demanding on the green, it can still be a long day from the first bowl until the time you make it home. Reports on the cause of Kelvin’s injury vary and are vague but some of his team mates tell me he departed the greens sound of leg. I can only assume then it was the getting home bit that got him. I wish my old mate a speedy recovery and can arrange a good price for him on a new bat, pads and gloves.

Cobby charge ■ HAS a young Cobdogla turned things around after defeating Wunkar easily in the B grade on the weekend?

Return to form ■ MICHAEL Gutsche scored half his team’s score in a horrible loss to Monash on Saturday. Loxton A grade need the key batsman to return to form after Christmas.

New bat no use ■ A LOXTON North B grader recently purchased a new bat only to be given out LBW facing his first delivery. He claimed to have hit the ball and the evidence was pretty obvious, a big red cherry right on the edge.

■ ARM IN ARM: Loxton North A grade coach Craig Wooldridge (left) with newly appointed president Victor Kudra and B grade coach Darren Schwarz. Photo: CALLUM TRIFONOFF

Loxton North appoints new president By CALLUM TRIFONOFF NEWLY appointed Loxton North president Victor Kudra is hopeful of leading the club into a “golden era”. Taking the reigns from Linton Proud for the 2012 Riverland Football League season, Mr Kudra is excited about the club's future prospects. Having been involved with the club as a major sponsor for around 10 years, Mr Kudra said it was the club's friendly, family atmosphere that led him to accept the president’s role. “From the moment I walked into the club, (they have been) one of the friendliest bunch of blokes and women you could ever meet,” he said. “I'm absolutely over the moon that I was approached

and asked to be involved in a greater capacity.” Mr Kudra has previous experience in leadership roles among various community organisations and clubs, including as president of the Renmark Swimming Club and Riverland Musical Society and chair of Our Lady of the River School committee. He is confident the reigning premier can keep its success going for years to come. “We all thought we'd do reasonably well last year and it was a bonus to pull off the premiership,” he said. “We've got some very talented players and fantastic coaching staff.” Loxton North has also announced its new B grade coach, well known Panther Darren Schwarz signing to replace Brett Tschirpig who will focus on being the A grade

assistant coach and runner next season. A grade coach Craig Wooldridge is delighted to have two well respected members of the club involved in 2012. “Victor has always been there, he's always taken an interest,” Wooldridge said. “It's a really good appointment for Victor to be named as president of the footy club. “Darren and I have been pretty good friends and played a lot of footy together.” Schwarz is looking forward to working closely with Wooldridge. “My aim is to back Craig up with the style of play that his team plays,” he said. “Hopefully we can have a few good players coming through the reserves who can put some pressure on the A grade.”


30 • Riverland Weekly – Thursday December 8, 2011

Charlie’s sports goss with GRAHAM CHARLTON

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Riverlander pulls in 88 centimetre monster at New South Wales Cod Classic 2011

Reeling in the big catch n I CAN hear him now, “top catch that”. Not legendary cricket commentator Richie Benaud but Kym Manning of the United Roadhouse and Top Catch Fishing Centre in Barmera. Kym has just returned from the 2011 Cod Classic on Lake Mulwala, New South Wales, where he landed a decent Murray cod measuring 40 centimetres. However, he did not come home with the biggest bragging rights. Amongst his Riverland party was his son Aaron who pulled a 55 centimetre beauty into the boat and just before the competition concluded, Berri’s Matt Littledyke really improved on that and hauled in an 88 centimetre mon-

Historian calls cricket meeting at Renmark n RESPECTED local sports historian, Renmark’s David Dunhill, is promoting a social get together and information evening tonight to discuss the most suitable way of celebrating 100 years of competitive cricket being played in the Renmark area. All are welcome at the event with an emphasis on any present day or past players and officials that have been connected with various clubs involved over the years in the Renmark District Cricket Association. Members of the Renmark Turf and B Grade teams and players that have represented the local zone in the annual SACA Country Carnival are also urged to attend. Proposals concerning appropriate celebrations will be discussed, while the availability of suitable memorabilia will also be of interest. Possibly, if sufficient interest is registered in the proposal, celebrations could take place in late February or in October next year. David has compiled a 92 page record of historical information called ‘Cricket Analysis – A History of Cricket in Renmark’ to compliment his ‘The Jubilee Yearbook of RDCA Cricket’ produced in 1979-80, when a hotel dinner was held to celebrate cricket’s 60th year in the district. The event will be held at the Renmark Rovers Sporting Club from 7.30 to 8.30pm.

ster, the third biggest fish landed during the event. Matt grabbed himself a $600 fishing rod and reel combo as a prize and went within 200 millimetres of getting himself into an elite national cod fishing tournament. They catch and release the fish back into the Murray at the competition but according to Kym, Matt had trouble getting something into his ute after the event – his head! Could be sour grapes Matt congratulations. And you could certainly excuse Matt for feeling pretty good about himself as he chose to hook his big fish with only a half an hour to go before finishing time. Not only was the timing on his side but he also caught the prize

n huge fish: Berri’s Matt Littledyke caught a Murray cod weighing 15 kilograms at Lake Mulwala at the New South Wales Cod Classic 2011 to claim third spot from 3000 entrants Australia wide. Photo: supplied

fish right in front of the marshall’s stand, giving a large, appreciative audience the opportunity to cheer on the capture of the big cod. The Cod Classic has been going for 12 years, is Australia’s richest freshwater fishing tournament and this year attracted something like 3000 anglers, 1400 boats and boasted prizes valued

at over $125,000. Not bad when you consider the competition is a fundraiser for the Mulwula Football/Netball Club and it only had 44 entries in its first year in 2000. Also today, unofficially, the congregation of trailerable boats at the event is a world record for the largest number of fishing boats

ever assembled at one location at the same time. The event is an amazing sight and despite the congestion, there is still plenty of room to fish on the lake. The local tourist association estimates that the competition generates around $3.2 million into the region.

Talented zone squad ready to tackle Upper North n A GLANCE at the squad announced for our bowling zone region four to play an annual match against Upper North at Jamestown on Sunday suggests it is a pretty formidable group. Included amongst the reserves are some really big local bowling names like Dennis Treloar (Berri), John Morena (Barmera), Graeme Huppatz (Loxton), Brian Burnett (Waikerie) and Kevin Gebhardt (Broken Hill). The naming of former state representative Treloar in that capacity is interesting and may well be some wishful thinking on the selectors part as they hope that come round robin time in Adelaide, in February, he may be free of the harvest commitments on his property that have often made him unavailable. There really does seem to be a welcome new positive approach to both the selection and availability of players as far as our representative teams are concerned. Officials are genuinely excited about the squad they are sending to play Upper North, which is considered a trial for the round robin event. Four of the skippers named

for the Jamestown showdown are from the Riverland, Berri’s Andrew Hill and Mark Kubank, Peter Kimber (Loxton) and Gary Pursche (Waikerie) and they will be joined in the role by George Fergusson (Freeling) and Peter Gageler (Broken Hill).

There really does seem to be a welcome new positive approach to selection. Other Riverland members of the squad are Graham King, Ken Stokes (Berri), Terry Thurston, Trevor Schulz (Loxton), Phil Ashton (Barmera), Roger Davies, Wayne Collins, Barry Harden (Waikerie), Bill Dopson and John Thompson (Renmark). The rest of the squad features Lyndoch’s Paul Uranjek, Kapunda’s Martin Dew, Angaston’s Brian Bowden, Freeling’s Chris Kearns and Justin Morris and Nuriootpas’ Robert Grope from the Barossa Association, while Barry Hooker and Mark Bloomfield come from Broken Hill. Barossa’s Chris Jones and Dave Wilson are also reserves.

Dunk and Thomas win despite capsize n IDEAL sailing conditions continued at Barmera last Saturday for the Lake Bonney Yacht Club’s Handicap B Race, with strong gusts of wind in the northern area of the lake. The two leading mosquito yachts in the event, Peter Dunk and Kirsten Thomas aboard Natural Progression and Steve Thomas with Just Do It, engaged themselves in a strong challenge for first

Meanwhile, the reason that women’s pennants is in the middle of a strange two week break in its program has been disclosed. Originally bowl’s headquarters ruled all competitions were to be halted so that people could travel to Adelaide to support the major Asia

place. In the end Dunk and Thomas had to play catch up sailing after experiencing a spectacular capsize on the fourth leg of the course but worked hard to clinch victory. In form John Eshman sailing Talisman, worked himself into second place with Thomas finishing third. Championship heat three is being held this Saturday.

Pacific tournament being staged there. That instruction was later withdrawn but by then the women’s association had drawn up their 201112 program. In men’s pennants it was no secret that Loxton desperately needed to defeat top side Berri last Saturday to improve its chances of booking a place in the finals that it has traditionally made its own for many years. Loxton gave the top team a run for its money, winning three of the four rinks in some tough contests only to have the Andrew Hill led team of Graham Elleway, Lui

Schmaal is a true champion n THE Barmera Gun Club held three events in its clay target program on Sunday. The events held included the 50 Target Double Barrel Peter Caddy Memorial where the overall and AA Grade winner was Adrian Mattschoss with a score of 49/50, one target ahead of Trevor Shaddock. Jake Mattschoss with 47/50 won the A Grade, Tom Drakopoulos 48/50 claimed B grade honours and Jim Pankhurst, also the winner of the Turkey Shoot, was the top C Grader with 41/50.

The Deauville Doubles with drawn partners went to Colin Jacobs and Ray Wylie with 19/20, with Jacobs also taking out the A Grade in the 25 Target Skeet with a score of 25/25. Equal first in the B Grade were Trevor Shaddock and Robert Maywald on 24/25 and the winner of the C Grade with 22/25 was Peter Brister. Trevor Shaddock was the High Gun winner with a score of 72/75, while Eric Schmaal was named the 2011 Champion of Champions with a final result of 210/225.

Recchia and Kerry Treloar, for Berri, brilliantly grab victory 36-6 against Terry Thurston’s four bowlers. I am sure that Thurston would agree that sport can certainly produce highs and lows as only the previous weekend he, with his Loxton club mate Mick Nugent, won the local state pairs competition. Loxton is now in fifth position on the ladder on 43 points and were fortunate that fourth ranked Renmark RSL (61points) went down to near neighbour Renmark (77), otherwise Loxton’s final’s gate may have been all but closed. Berri is dominating at the top of the table on 101 points but what about an increasingly more confident Waikerie who are on 83 points and on Saturday were ruthless in brushing aside bottom placed Barmera. Are Waikerie the real deal and genuine threats to the Berri dominance? The two sides will meet in the first round after the Christmas break on January 7, at Waikerie. Second division produced a surprise result on Saturday with Barmera, in 11th position, upsetting top side Renmark 66-53.

Six teams face off in Twenty20 n From Page 32 In Sunday’s program, Renmark, Loxton and Cobdogla form Group One and Berri, Monash and Cadell make up Group Two. In round one, beginning at 9.30am, Renmark plays Loxton on Oval No 1 and Berri meets Monash at Renmark’s No 2 oval. At 12.30pm, it is Loxton versus Cobdogla (No 1 oval) and Monash versus Cadell (No 2) in round two action and at 3.30pm Renmark will play Cobdogla and Berri will meet Cadell in the final round. The two leading teams from each group will advance to the finals at Berri, with run rates called on to separate any clubs if necessary. Prize money to the winner will be $500, with prizes also available to anyone who hits sponsor signs that will be erected during both the group stage and finals.


Thursday December 8, 2011 – Riverland Weekly • 31 Obviously it would be great to get both Fevola and Davis at Port, but I’d settle for one - Bill Vis

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SPORT

Investigating cricket fiasco

Any decisions in this matter were made by the RTCA - Berri captain Paul Burnett.

numbers. RTCA president Danial Shawyer, an active member of the Renmark Cricket Club, is always going to be between a rock and a hard place in a situation such as this, despite his best endeavours. It is a real flaw in this necessity to rotate amongst clubs to find officers for the association. To find someone with an understanding of his position, Danial only has to call Monash’s Peter Roberts who found himself in a similar situation not so long ago, ironically over a dispute concerning

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unqualified player to play and it is submitted in writing to the secretary would we allow it?’. After the earlier vote, how was that ‘loose’ suggestion going to resolve the situation? The minutes note ‘Discussion. Proposal declined. RTCA bye law to stand as written’. Surprise, surprise. Explanations for Renmark’s forfeit include it only having nine players qualified but there are reports that this figure was 18. However during a call from Shawyer on another matter, he assured me that insufficient players were available for the game when injury and fringe players being absent for the day were taken into account. Now for the benefit of Renmark, those factors should have perhaps been the real issues various reports focused on. The RTCA, certainly Berri and most importantly the game itself, may just have come out of this situation the better. On the events that transpired, Berri skipper Paul Burnett said “as always the Berri Cricket Club wants to play and we were ready to do just that, play cricket, right up until Saturday morning, only to be really disappointed that the grand final was not to take place”. “Any decisions in this matter were made by the RTCA and as one of the member clubs we will always respect and support any ruling that they make,” he said. “We will now get on with the remainder of the 2011-212 season”.

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Our bowling domination n THE excitement that exists about our zone’s preparation and prospects for major bowls competitions that lay ahead in 2011-12 took me back to 2006-7, when we really had a reason to celebrate. Firstly our men defeated Upper North at Jamestown in the annual selection trial for the SA Country round robin event in Adelaide in a cliff hanger finish, four rinks, 183 shots to four rinks and 167 shots. A rink led by Broken Hill’s Mark Bloomfield and involving Riverlanders Ken Stokes, Barry Harden and Steve Ivanovic set up the victory. The team was then named for the North East zone comprising Riverland, Mid Murray, Barossa and Broken Hill players and included familiar names like Stokes, Davies, Kubank, Hill,

Huppatz, Eichenberger, Van der Wyst, Pursche, Thurston, R. Thompson, M. Wachtel, J. Thompson and Heins from the Riverland and Brandle from the Mid Murray. While shortly afterwards the women’s line-up was released and included Treloar, Lee, Teasdale, Elsworthy, Lloyd, B.Taylor, J. Cooper, N. Burns and L. Nitschke (Riverland) and Davies (Mid Murray). In a sensational performance, both teams went on to win their respective round robin events, which involved eight country zones from across SA. The best rink for the men, when the zone won six games and drew one over the competition, was skippered by Berri’s Mark Kubank and included John Van der Wyst, Gary Pursche and Angaston’s Brian Bowden and for the

women, when they broke a 16 year title drought, competition first timer Lyrup’s Noreen Burns (skipper), Nancy Teasdale, Mavis Elsworthy and Broken Hill’s Judy Calleia were part of the triumph. But that’s not all. Over 500 teams and 2000 bowlers commenced the SA Country Men’s Fours Championship but when it came down to the final, it was remarkably Riverland versus Riverland. After a titanic struggle it was Dennis Treloar, Stokes, Kym Ruediger and recruit Michael Treloar (Whyalla) that fought back from six shots down at one stage to defeat Van der Wyst, Andrew Hill, Steve Eichenberger and Kubank 16-14. Many of the stars of those campaigns remain for the same events this season and we wish the teams well.

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SIX teams have entered into Sunday’s inaugural invitational Twenty20 cricket competition after clubs from the Riverland, Mid Murray, Renmark District and Pinnaroo and Border associations were approached to take part. Pinnaroo and Border declined to participate because it has a competition in the shorter form of the game on its own program but teams from Monash, Renmark, Berri, Loxton, Cobdogla and Mid Murray’s Cadell will compete. The initial group stages will be held at Renmark’s No 1 and No 2 ovals this Sunday, with the final at Berri under lights on Friday, January 20. The night game is an interesting proposal and may lead to more activity of a similar nature in the future if successful. n Continued Page 30

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