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YEARS Looking back on costumes from previous performances as the Two Wells Melodrama Group celebrates its 40th year next month were long-time performers Anne Arbon and Kay Boon.
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THE CHAMP IS HERE JACK HUDSON JOBS and health are at the forefront for newly elected Labor Member for Taylor Nick Champion following the State Election result. Mr Champion, who recently resigned from his federal electorate of Spence, made the move into state politics. Speaking to the Two Wells Echo, Mr Champion was grateful for the opportunity. “I am incredibly honoured that the people of this community has put their faith in me, and I cannot thank them enough for their support,” he said. “I’m excited to be able to deliver for the people of Taylor and will work hard to ensure
they are best represented in parliament. “Throughout the campaign it was clear to me, when I heard from people across the state, that they wanted a government that put a higher focus on fixing the health system. “Now Premier Peter Malinauskas and the Labor team offered a clear choice at the election: Spending $662 million on a basketball stadium in the city, or spending that money on health. “I’m pleased the people of Taylor agree.” Mr Champion was sworn in as minister for trade and investment, minister for housing and urban development and minister for planning on Thursday, March 25. He said his and the newly-elected state government’s focus is jobs and health in Taylor.
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“Locals continuously raised both these issues when I was out speaking to the community about what matters most to them,” he said, “South Australia currently has the highest unemployment rate, and the north is usually affected. He won the seat convincingly, with 69.5 per cent of the preference count ahead of Liberal’s Shawn Lock. On first preference voting, Mr Champion had 54.2 per cent, Mr Lock 21.5 per cent, One Nation’s Michelle Crowley had 8.6 per cent, Family First’s Gary Newton Balfort had 7.4 per cent, and The Greens’ John Wishart had 5.4 per cent.
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Enjoying an early Easter celebration at the Village Green in Two Wells last month was (back) Elsa Webb, Anne Arbon, Robert Arbon, Stuart Rowe, Jim Pederick, Steve Cummins, Malcolm Wilson, Anne McInerney, (clockwise front) Brenda Lamont, Val Bowden, Mollie Frost, Gloria Pederick, Maxine Cummins and Rae Wilson.
Easter on the Village Green RAE WILSON
THE Senior’s Group of the Two Wells Uniting Church celebrated being together for the first time in 2022, but with a new twist. Instead of being in the church, members made their way to “check out” the new Village Green area in Two Wells. It turned out to be a popular venue as they were able to enjoy being together outdoors and appreciate this delightful new addition to our town. We are in LENT at this time, so Easter was
a focus, leading up to Good Friday. Mollie Frost presented Gloria Pederick and Rob Heaslip with a small gift for their birthdays and also outlined the knitting-crochet projects. These hand-made beanies and scarves are to be taken to Adelaide later in April where they will be packed up and distributed in Alice Springs and surrounding areas. It was also St. Patrick’s Day and that was honoured by many of the group wearing a touch of green. Did you know there are almost 80,000
people who have settled in Australia and now call Australia home? Because it was “Closing the Gap” national action day, members reflected on just what that meant for the health of indigenous people by 2030. This was followed by a lot of chatter, laughter and appreciation of each other and of the delicious hot cross buns,, which were purchased at the Two Wells Bakery, and coffee. Many thanks to all who pitched in and helped with this inaugural gathering at the Village Green.
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the general community to admire and value.” Adelaide Plains Council staff were made aware of the vandalism and quickly removed one of the trees. It will be replaced when weather permits, while the other two damaged trees have been pruned in the hope they regenerate. “These trees were planted in 2019 as part of council’s street scape renewal program,” Mayor Mark Wasley said. “It is disappointing that this has occurred as the street trees on Rowe Crescent are establishing well and will become valuable street trees to provide many benefits to the community.” Call local police on 131 444 if you have any information about this act of vandalism.
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ycling tourists from Melbourne ChrisC topher Dane and Geoff Schomburgk stopped their ride to have a chat with Penny Pratt.
Penny’s the new face of Frome JACK HUDSON FROME will return to the Liberal Party for the first time in 14 years with Penny Pratt poised for a comfortable victory. A new member was guaranteed as independent Geoff Brock, who had held the seat since 2009, opted to contest Stuart following the boundary changes. In what was a horrendous state election for the Liberal Party, Ms Pratt was the only one to gain a seat, with 57.9 per cent of the preference vote. Speaking to the Plains Producer, Ms Pratt said she was proud of the work the outgoing government had done for ‘new Frome’. “I’m really excited about the opportunity that lies ahead of me as we speak. The returning officers are still conducting the count for Frome, but all of the signs look positive,” she said. “I get that the likelihood is I’ll be declared
by the Electoral Commission as the next and new member for Frome, and should that be the case, it looks like it is, it’s thrilling to see hard work turned into results for the Liberal Party. “I’m proud of the fact that the Marshall Liberal Government has invested over $100 million in new Frome in the last four years since it was elected in 2018. “That is a significant amount of money invested in our towns, in pools, schools and clubs. “That money does not equate to investment in roads or other big infrastructure. It is grassroots funding, grassroots money that has come back into our local towns into swimming pools in Balaklava and Owen, into our primary schools and preschools. “I certainly would be calling on the Labor Government to continue funding infrastructure and services in regional SA.” Ms Pratt said nothing has changed for her in what she’s campaigning for - roads.
“The Labor Government in 2018 left South Australia with a $750 million back log of roadwork and since the Marshall Government came to office, it has worked in partnership with the federal coalition to reinvest in our roads,” she said. “On Monday, I’d driven around the northern part of the electorate, enjoying the smooth ride on parts of the Barrier Highway, Horrocks Highway, and I want to see that continue. “We’re not done. We were not finished. I’ve been cataloguing roads that need to be repaired by locals from north to south, east to west. “I certainly will be continuing to call on investments for regional roads and South Australia. Roads make us money, roads connects us all, our grain harvest, and our great vintage travel on our roads to port. “The economy of South Australia continues to ride on the back of primary industry and we need our roads to support our regional road users to get to school, to get to work,
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YEARS OF MELODRAMA MAGIC RIGHT: 1987 - Another year, another shipping container as the dressing room. ‘One Hump or Two’, with Kerry Heym and Peter Williams fooling around for the camera.
1982- ‘The Poor Young Girl’ with Kathy Procopio, Rae Corston and Anne Arbon. RIGHT: 1984 - Backstage dressing room was a shipping container for several years.
BEC O’BRIEN FORTY years of laughs, entertainment and giving back to the community. It has been a testament to the show’s popularity that this year the Two Wells Melodrama Group celebrates its 40th anniversary and raising more than $700,000 for the local community. Well-known Two Wells locals Anne Arbon and Kay Boon have enjoyed an amazing ride of 40 years of local theatre, in one way or another, since the group’s very first performance in 1982 and 1983 respectively. Good friends on and off the stage, Anne and Kay have seen it all. From loud hecklers in the crowd to cast members who forgot their lines to set and costume mishaps. The pair have enjoyed their various roles and are well loved by returning audience members for their comedic lines, singing and stage presence. They well remember the group’s first performance in the old Two Wells Institute building (now home to the public library), and having to change out the back in a variety of accommodations including a tent, caravan and shipping container. “It’s like an addiction,” Kay explained of her involvement over the years. “It’s a great community organiRIGHT: 1985- A ‘No Talent Night’ was held in lieu of a production, when the Melodrama Group moved from the Institute to the then new community centre.
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sation where we do good stuff and we’re like a family. “We look forward to seeing each other each year and miss one another when we’re not together.” As a trained singer; drama, music, the arts and being on stage is Anne’s passion. She has done it all, from making costumes, sourcing set items and food preparation to administration, script writing calming first-time nerves and direction. Anne even performed in the role as “the secretary who had to leave town” while pregnant with her first child Eleisha, who over the years rose from waiting tables to become an accomplished performer, singer, and director herself. “We do the things we want to do,” Anne explained of her passion for being on stage. “I have been there so long that I’ve graduated from the sweet young thing to nasty mother-in-laws and widows. “I’ve been thrown down a well, I’ve been shoved down a mine, rolled around in a barrel and shot at by baddies. “And I’ve loved every minute of it.” Anne and Kay believe the group’s longevity and continued success is very much due to the joint effort of the community centre, local organisations and most importantly, its generous volunteers.
“Live theatre is just great,” Kay explained. “But local, live, community theatre is even better; it’s all about volunteers, a great sense of commu- 1988 - Marg Gameau and Kay Boon backstage in ‘Class of ’88’. nity and amaeture performers that have a passion for entertaining other people.” With a live and talented orchestra, great sets, dedicated backstage team and a delicious two or three course meal on offer, the melodrama is a favourite on the calendar every year for many patrons. In its 40th year the group will take a trip down memory lane with former cast members Stacey Murray and Sarah Williams writing “A Well of a Time” especially for this year’s May performances. The plot involves old shows 1989 - Witchdoctor Ian Gameau contemplates the cauldron with within a new story and incorporates cohorts Ian McDonnell (left), and (right) John McInerney, Denis long-standing cast members (who Pellizzari and Marg Maylin. aren’t ‘old’ but have been with the group forever), the town’s historic wells, old characters, and bungled efforts to change the landscape. Opening night is scheduled for Saturday May 14 with further performances on May 15, 21, 22, 27 and 28. There are two Sunday 1pm lunch shows with tickets starting at $35. For more information or to book your tickets early contact the group through its Facebook page or email drama@adam.com.au or contact 1984 - Director, writer, producer Les Williams thanks the audience 8520 2778. in the finale of ‘Poor Polly Perkins’.
1988- Kerry Heym (right) trying to keep her class in order in ‘Class of ‘88’. Two Wells Echo, April, 2022
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Nick honoured for fruit fly fight ISABELLA CARBONE FORMER Windsor resident and PIRSA worker Nick Secomb was presented with a 2021 Premier’s Award for Excellence in Service Delivery - Emergency Response for his role in leading the state through the biggest fruit fly outbreak in recent memory. Since December, 2019, there have been 18 fruit fly outbreaks across metropolitan Adelaide and the Riverland that threatened $1.3 billion of produce including tomatoes, grapes, stone fruits and citrus. Born and bred on the Adelaide Plains, Mr Secomb attended Mallala Primary School and Balaklava High School in his youth before moving to Jamestown, Port Augusta and now Mount Barker. Currently, he’s based in the Adelaide PIRSA office but spends much of his time on the road visiting control centres in Port Augusta and the Riverland. He was the manager of Plant Health Operations at PIRSA before being seconded to assume the role of general manager of the Fruit Fly Response team, overseeing 480 people across groundwork, communications, planning and logistics. Dedicated to his role, the Fruit Fly Response manager even learnt how to use YouTube to create a weekly update on Friday that included a quiz. [It was] just a chance to touch base and have a little bit of fun and to be honest
I think that helps bring people together better than anything, it’s funny how those things surprise you sometimes,” Mr Secomb remarked. The mediterranean fruit fly was eradicated in metropolitan Adelaide last December, 2021, and last Tuesday, February 22, PIRSA announced the Queensland fruit fly was quashed, leaving only two outbreaks left in the Riverland. “It’s easily the biggest outbreak we’ve ever had to manage ... we’ve never done anything as big as this,” Mr Secomb said. “The closest thing that’s come close to this is a national eradication for a different fruit fly up in Queensland in the late 90s. “This is probably about two or three times as big as that, so it’s really been really significant. “We do have outbreaks from time to time in Adelaide, usually about one a year, but they’re usually small, about one an outbreak.” Mr Secomb was presented with his award by the Premier at a ceremony held on February 9, stating that while it was “fantastic” to be acknowledged it was more a credit to the hard work of his colleagues. “It’s an individual award but it’s really just a reflection of what that team of 480 have done, so [I was] very happy to receive the award because it gave the chance to identify all those other people that have been working hard for two years on this thing,” Mr Secomb said.
Former State Premier Steven Marshall presenting Nick Secomb with an award for his service at PIRSA.
Home mail delivery on cards for Virginia BEC O’BRIEN
Playford deputy mayor Peter Rentoulis (far left) with Virginia residents Lia Wilson, Hai Nguyen (holding baby Lyna), Kara Nguyen and councillor Clint Marsh in one of the growing areas of Virginia. Two Wells Echo, April, 2022
RESIDENTS in Virginia could soon have their mail home delivered if an Australia Post Mailing Poll currently being held is successful. The poll comes on the back of a strong campaign for change by local residents, councillors and members of the broader Virginia community which included a resident survey and door knocking last year. City of Playford councillor and local resident Peter Rentoulis has backed the push for the introduction of a home mail delivery service and says it is now up to the residents to make it a reality. “After reviewing the petition calling for the change, Australia post is now ready to conduct its own independent investigations through a poll to all eligible residents,” Mr Rentoulis said.
“Please make sure your vote counts. “The important part here is that people have their say. “If the majority do not want the change, that is perfectly fine, at least everybody would have had their say.” The poll has been held from March 7 to April 1 and incorporated eligible residents from the following locations only; Virginia Grove (The Green), Old Virginia Grove, George Avenue, Natalie Drive, Sheedy Road, O’Loughlin Road, Odgers Road, Sophia Street and Park Road. Mail polling forms are already being delivered to residents in these locations. “Those that want the change will need to complete their forms and send them back to Australia Post in the included pre-paid envelope by April 1,” Mr Rentoulis stated. “If you do not complete the form that will automatically be
regarded as a ‘no’ vote. “The onus is quite rightly on those wanting the change to demonstrate that there is over 50 per cent support for the change.” Mr Rentoulis said if the poll indicated more than 50 per cent of residents wanted the introduction of a home delivery service, Australia Post would then implement the appropriate arrangements. No-one is being asked to give up their current postal boxes at the post office and can decline to participate in the poll if they desire, however, some price increases for postal box rental may be implemented at the discretion of Australia Post. “Only if 50 per cent plus one of the 505 homes ask for the change will Australia Post act and incorporate the change,” Mr Rentoulis highlighted.
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Video and lasers to map roads and footpaths
VANS and quad bikes equipped with the latest video imaging and laser technology will for the first time map the quality of Playford’s roads, kerbs and footpaths. The high-tech data collection vehicles will this week take to the streets to record the condition of council’s assets as part of a new approach to renewing infrastructure. Precision recordings of infrastructure, including the city’s nearly 900km of sealed roads and more than 800km of footpaths, will be analysed, rated according to condition and prioritised for renewal. Mayor Glenn Docherty said each year the council spends about $20 million maintaining assets. “Building a picture of the condition of essential infrastructure will enable us to better plan how to maintain it,” Mayor Docherty said. “The data will help us prioritise work that needs undertaking in the shortterm and anticipate when longer term work may be required. “We are improving the
way we plan to renew roads, footpaths and kerbs.” Residents will see specially branded “survey vehicles” with hazard lights on roads and footpaths. Road assessments are undertaken by vans travelling at the speed of surrounding traffic. Footpath assessments, which are due to start early May, involve quad bikes driven by certified training inspectors travelling at a brisk walking pace. The drivers will give way to pedestrians. All cameras are focused on the road or footpath with some limited viewing of areas directly adjacent. No images of commercial or residential properties or buildings will be undertaken. The survey is part of council’s continuous improvement program and complements inspections by staff. The survey is expected to be completed in June. The initiative supports the City of Playford Strategic Plan 2020 – 2024: Improving safety and accessibility.
City of Playford’s Manager – Asset Management Braden Austin with the data survey van.
What’s the latest Goss? Dragonboat BEC O’BRIEN
Alison Goss will represent her state at the Australian National Dragon Boat Championships.
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A TRIP to Vietnam a few years ago was the catalyst for Lower Light resident Alison Goss taking up the unique sport of dragon boat racing. Alison, 54, was on a trip of a lifetime cruising the Mekong River with her mum in September 2019, when she heard the beat of drums and was captivated. “The spectacle of watching the dragon boats race on the Mekong with all the colour and noise that is dragon boating had me hooked,” Alison said. “I told myself that I was going to give dragon boat paddling a crack when I returned to Australia.” And that’s exactly what this motivated, fascinating, committed and driven woman did. In November that same year she started paddling with South Australia Dragon’s Abreast (SADA). This month she will represent her state at the Australian National Dragon Boat Championships to be held in Adelaide from April 6-10. Dragon boat racing is not for the faint hearted. A high level of fitness is needed and it is a big commitment. Alison takes part in regular regattas, racing with 10 or 20 people in the boat over distances of 200 and 500 metres, up to two kilometres at times. The boat comprises a drummer (front), paddlers and a sweep (back). Alison has stints in all three roles. Her state selection means she
is now training three nights a week with SADA, once a week with the Subsonix Dragon Boat Club and once a week for state commitments. “Diet and fitness have ramped up,” she explained. “I swim most mornings, attend fitness classes, go bike riding, do pilates and yoga. “I also run kilometres in the hills and on the beach.” This is impressive stuff and Alison loves it. She relishes being on the water and the people she has met throughout the dragon boat community. “State team selection has had me alternating between deliriously proud to shaking in my thongs,” she laughed. “(But) I enjoy the people that form the dragon boat family, the social side of paddling and I love the competitive aspect.” As well as dragon boat paddling Alison is a keen kayaker and paddle boarder. Each year she kayaks kilometres along the Murray River raising money for men’s health. Alison’s involvement in dragon boat racing also saw her take part in the Master’s Games held at Wallaroo last year. And while Covid-19 has prevented much travel interstate and overseas, she was able to take part in the non-competitive inaugural ‘Vogalonga Down Unda’ at Goolwa, which is the Australian version of an annual event in Venice, Italy. Best of luck at the championships Alison.
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Hair today, gone tomorrow in the name of charity
Vanessa Henley of Two Wells, supports her dad, Allan Green, before he has his long hair and beard cut for charity.
Ruby Red Hair Salon’s Briony Couzner with Allan after his hair and beard cut.
BEC O’BRIEN VANESSA Henley finds it hard to recall a time when her dad did not sport long hair and a beard of some sort. The Two Wells resident often referred to her dad, Allan Green, as “Gandalf-looking” when describing him to friends and was just a little surprised when he decided to cut it all off. “He’s going to be a bit different that’s for sure,” she said as Allan sat in the chair at Ruby Red Hair salon in Two Wells on Saturday, March 19. “Since I left school the shortest I have had my hair has been around the top of my neck,” Allan chipped in. “I have been thinking about getting my hair cut for some time though.” And it was all for a good cause, with Allan raising more than $800 as part of the World’s Greatest Shave fundraising event and donating his long locks to the Wigs For Kids program for children with Alopecia Areata. Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune disorder that causes hair to fall out, a condition Allan’s interstate niece has to live with. A boiler-maker by trade, Allan has had his distinctive beard since 1994 and no significant haircut for at least six years!!! We think his new look is very dashing, good on you Allan. Ruby Red Hair salon donated the services of hairdresser Briony Couzner towards Allan’s cause.
Council office closed for weeks now open ADELAIDE Plains Council was forced to close its principal office in Mallala for a month due to a pest infestation recently. The four-week closure from late February enabled council’s pest management contractors to embark on a rigorous mice eradication program. “We reopened on Monday March 21 and I am pleased to report that the situation is now under control,” council CEO James Miller stated. “As CEO, I have an obligation to provide a safe working environment for staff and the conditions and odour that presented itself was simply unacceptable, hence my decision to close the office; a decision fully supported by the elected body. “Crucially, services remained uninterrupted throughout this period and staff were able to continue performing their duties remotely.” Two Wells Echo, April, 2022
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Back to school 2022
Enjoying Reception at Virginia Primary School this term is Harrison, Charlie, Indy, Savreen, Ready for school at VPS in Reception is Lucy, Pepe, AddiBillie, Lucy, Evie and Athena. son, Samuel and Ava.
Bradley, Nixon, Carter, Rhys, Summer, and Hannah all started Starting Reception at Two Wells Primary School in Room 19 was Cohen, Carlos, Orlando, Reception at TWPS in Room 19. Absent Charlie and Thomas J. Noah, Ryan, Evie and Josh.
Fateh, Ceejay, Charlotte, Violet, Billie, Lace, Kiara and Carter are all new Recep- Angad, Jeremiah, Phoebe, Jason, Knox, Stiles, Eddie and Tejas. Absent Cooper. tions in Room 18 at TWPS.
Starting their school journey at TWPS in Room 18 this term was Owen, Lucy, Silas, Lachlan, Theo, Logan, Adalind, Aysha, and Amanda. Hunter, Kohen, Noah, Arrow, Kurt, Calais and Ollie. Absent Jordin.
Starting school for the first time at VPS were Ana, Elaina, BJ, Samuel B, Chhandra, Santino, and Vincenzo.
Aria, Olivia, Asher, Charlotte, Stamatoula, Kalina and Peyton are new to VPS in Reception this year. Archer, Willow, Nayria, Harriette, Lilliana, Joseph, Daniel and Charlotte all started school this term at VPS. Absent Valentino. PHOTOS: BEC O’BRIEN
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New citizens welcomed on Harmony Day WHAT better way to celebrate Harmony Day than by officially welcoming new Australian citizens to the district? Adelaide Plains Council conducted a citizenship ceremony at its Two Wells chamber on Monday March 21, with two residents officially taking the pledge and becoming Australian citizens. Xuyen Luu migrated from Vietnam more than a decade ago and lives in Two Wells. Linda Hennig hails from Thailand and now calls Reeves Plains home. The ceremony was led by council mayor Mark Wasley, who spoke of his joy in being part of such an auspicious moment for residents. “I always find these services very enjoyable,” he said. “Yes it’s formal, yes it’s important, but it’s also a celebration.” The fact that the ceremony coincided with Harmony Day celebrations across the globe was a fitting tribute to the ethos of being Australian, he said. “Citizenship is a common bond that unites all Australians,” he stated. Also in attendance were Police crime prevention officers Senior Constable Randal Murch and Sergeant Debbie Luetkens from the Local Service Area of Barossa. “We just saw that this event was on, and with it being Harmony Day also, thought we’d come along,” Senior Constable Randal Murch said. The pair visit schools and education settings to talk about their role as crime prevention officers in the community.
Adelaide Plains Council mayor Mark Wasley (right) with new Australian citizens Xuyen Luu and Linda Hennig.
New irrigation for Two Wells Oval BEC O’BRIEN
APC community development officer Lynette Seccafien acknowledges Harmony Day with Barossa Area Police Crime Prevention officers Debbie Luetkens and Randal Murch.
TWO Wells Oval’s deteriorating irrigation system will be replaced at a cost of $95,000. Work started on the project in late March, with Adelaide Plains Council footing the bill and hoping to have works completed by April 11, before the official start of the Adelaide Plains football season. Two Wells Football and Netball Sporting Club president Devon Hardiman said while the upgrade will hopefully result in an improved oval surface once the project is completed, the timing of the works could have been negotiated better. “With the upcoming 2022 football season starting on April 23 a decision had to be made months ago to sacrifice a possible home grand final for the cricket club,” Devon said. “Otherwise there wouldn’t have been a home game at Two Wells until late May as
the oval wouldn’t have been ready. “It may still not be ready by the time of the grand final rematch between Two Wells and Balaklava [first game of the season].” To give the players the best chance to be ready for round one, Devon said the club’s senior footballers would be using neighbouring Virginia’s oval and the junior teams the local school oval, to train. “Once the project is finished the oval will look greener all year round and should stop the brown rings that form from the sprinklers not fully extending out the ground due to pressure issues,” he said. Council CEO James Miller said the existing irrigation system had reached its useful life and was frequently failing. The community would see a higher quality sports field for football and cricket, he said, and the upgrade would help to minimise water usage with a more efficient and effective system.
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It may be hard to believe but too many of us are dying out here. You can count on one hand the things that will kill you on the roads: not wearing a seatbelt, driving after drinking or drugs, driving tired, not keeping your eyes on the road and speeding. It’s not enough to know the roads like the back of your hand. Stop dying out here. Two Wells Echo, April, 2022
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Two Wells Outdoor Cinema BEC O’BRIEN TWO Wells Oval was a hive of activity on Friday, March 4 as local families and residents gathered with blankets, beanbags and camp chairs for an outdoor cinema event. Hosted by the Two Wells Cricket Club on behalf of the Adelaide Plains Council, movie-goers were treated to fairy floss and popcorn before taking in the comedy “War with Grandpa”, starring Robert De Niro and young actor Oakes Fegley. A similar outdoor movie night was also held at Dublin oval a few weeks later on March 18, where the family-friendly “Think Like a Dog” Settling in for a fun night out was Aaron, Rubi and Nicole McFarlane of Lewiston. movie was shown.
Tucking into some sweet fairy floss before Kaylee Jones, Sam Macie and Bethany the movie was young Leo Hardiman of Arthur ready to enjoy the outdoor cinema. Virginia residents Orlando, Elijah and David Edson. Two Wells.
Harriet Atkinson, Willow Edson, and Michelle Edson.
Young Two Wells twins Scarlett and Harlee Noble Alicia, Mitchell and Ethan Edwith big sister Kenadie (centre). wards of Lewiston.
Getting comfy before the movie was Blake Charleson, Patrick Martin, Bryn Trussell and Olivia Pym.
Thompson Beach residents Archer and Miranda White with Long Plains friends Kaylee Jones, Sam Macie and Bethany All rugged up was Harry Edwards, 9. Elizabeth and Kathleen Pym. Arthur ready to enjoy the outdoor cinema.
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Special service for World Day of Prayer
ON Friday, March 4 the Two Wells community celebrated World Day of Prayer with a special joint service. Held at Two Wells Uniting Church members from the Anglican, Catholic, Lutheran and Uniting Churches, as well as Two Wells Xavier College participated. The host countries for 2022 were Wales, Northern Ireland and England, and the theme for this year was “I know the plans I have for you”. Participants enjoyed an original song composed for the day, sung by Anne, while Paul and Harry entertained with a short skit. The night finished with coffee and cake and great fellowship. “It was wonderful to spend time together as one community from different churches Rae Wilson, Paul Schmelzkopf, Mollie Frost, Harry Hoogenhout, Jo Bakker and Anne Arbon gathered for World Day of Prayer. celebrating together,” Xavier College representative Jo Bakker said.
Incredible migratory journeys within our sights Migratory birds and a bird educator are in the throes of getting their incredible journeys of local significance underway. Already tens of thousands of migratory birds are colouring up and setting off on their annual journey from our local shores to the northern hemisphere tundra lands to breed. These birds have spent the summer voraciously feeding up along the edges of Gulf St Vincent to build up the energy to fly a total of some 20,000 km before landing back here again in Spring, followed by their newly bred chicks. A second incredible journey will be that of Milly Formby who will set off from Broome in May to pilot her microlight on a six month ‘Wing Threads: Flight Around Oz’, stopping along the way to share how amazing, awesome – and threatened – the migratory birds are. Milly’s flight journey of 20,000 km mirrors the distance the migratory birds fly each year. All being well, her itinerary will
Hundreds of Tim Tam-sized migratory Red-necked Stints are flocking from our shores to breed in northern Tundra areas. take her into the Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary (AIBS) area. Milly will land to visit school groups, sharing with them her book ‘A Shorebird Flying Adventure’
aimed at primary-aged students and teachers. Together they will learn about the migratory birds, the importance of their wetland habitats and how
humans and shorebirds might better live sustainably alongside each other. With a Masters in Zoology, her work with BirdLife Australia
and a microlight licence, Milly is well qualified to point out how shorebirds teach us that protecting these habitats is not just for the birds but for our own health and well-being too. Milly is currently seeking sponsorship for this venture, and is keen to visit schools along her route. Google ‘Wing Threads: Flight Around Oz’ to find out more about Milly’s plans and bookings. To view some of the migratory birds before they set off on their journey, Friends of Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary (FAIBS) are holding a bird identification event which interested community members are very welcome to attend. On April 24 FAIBS viewers will be at Thompson Beach, meeting at 8am at the Ruskin Road Shed before heading to the foreshore to have a look at the birds there. Contact faibssa@gmail.com if you need further information about FAIBS and their events.
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Planting time starts now The soils are starting to cool down but there is still time in April to get into the garden and start planting. Autumn planting enables the roots to grow and be ready for the colder winter soils and to spring to life in spring. April is the month when many plant sales are on with a good selection to choose from. At the Wayville Show Grounds in Adelaide on the weekend of April 9 and 10 AMATEUR the native plant sales are held. GARDENER Most plants are suited to the state of South Australia with many especially for the Adelaide Plains region. There are many helpers on hand to answer all questions and to give friendly advice, with the plants also being affordable. Diggers Club, which is based in Victoria, has a wonAMATEUR derful shop in the Adelaide GARDENER Botanic Gardens with a large variety of tough and sometimes unusual plants for sale. The staff are most willing to help with advice and tips on the best way to grow for our climate. There are two other plant sales events coming up also this month. Both will be held on April 24; the first one is the Salvia Plant sale at the Fullarton Park Centre which is on Fullarton Road at Fullarton. The array of salvias is breathtaking but it is only open from 8.30am until 12noon. These plants disappear
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fast so the advice is to get there very early so T as not to be disappointed. The Botanic Gardens is holding another plant sale on the same day and their times are from 10.30am until 2.30pm. Again, there will be a large selection available including many unusual plants with the volunteers also being able to give advice on growing E conditions. As with any plant remember that a $5 plant needs a $50 hole and good soil preparation. Careful planting and ongoing care makes for a successful and thriving plant. Geraniums, or more correctly pelargoniums, are ready for a short back and sides i.e. cut them back to about a third of their size. To propagate, cut the pruning’s back to 10cm or four inches and leave them on the ground for a few days for the ends to callus or dry over. Then pot them up and they can start to grow and be ready to plant out when established.
Coming into their own now are pomegranate plants. Were they perhaps the apple that tempted Adam? There is some thinking that maybe it was the pomegranate? Pomegranates are native to Persia and Afghanistan and are hardy here in Australia. The leaves are a glossy G plant may be green and the trimmed to form a hedge or just a well-shaped showy shrub. The mature plants can reach a height of five metres by four metres with the orange or tangerine-coloured flowers appearing in Spring. From April onwards the fruit starts to turn a red colour and the star at the end of the fruit starts to open indicating the fruit is ripe. The edible seeds inside are a magnificent pink colour tasting sour and sweet at the same time. There is also a dwarf pomegranate available that grows one metre or three feet but may be harder to source. In summer a top up drink will help the plants to retain their growing vigour. Don’t forget, the month of April is a great chance to see the Autumn foliage in the Adelaide Hills, so why not go for a weekend drive and explore the region and its wonderful autumn colours? Good Gardening for the month of April from the Amateur Gardener.
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Trickett new Mallala Combined Probus president ON Wednesday, March 16, the Mallala Combined Probus Club held its Annual General Meeting. Raelene Trickett was elected president with Annette Halford returned as secretary and Jackie Webb as treasurer. Members enjoy very informative speakers at the monthly meetings, which are held in the Mallala CWA rooms situated behind the Institute, on the third Thursday of each month at 10am. Trips to Gawler Cinema for Silver Screen sessions, as well as other venues, are also organised throughout the year. For more information contact Raelene Trickett on 0427 270 251 or Annette Halford on 0407 972 537.
LEFT: Outgoing Mallala Probus Club president Josie Curnow (left) congratulates Raelene Trickett on her election as the new president for 2022.
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Letter to the Editor
Dear Editor The inaugural Two Wells Twinkling was, by all measures, an outstanding success with businesses, residents and schools doing an outstanding job of decorating and lighting their areas and getting right behind the Twinkling event. As Twinkling coordinator I was extremely pleased and appreciative of everyone’s efforts as the joy of the Christmas season was spread throughout the community for all, especially the children, to delight in. Even though The Two Wells Twinkling may have been seen, by some, as a stop-gap to temporarily replace the Street Parade – not so. Now that Covid restrictions are being eased we can all look forward to a combination of more bright lights and awesome activities for the whole family. These wonderful festive activities will hopefully include: a launch, twinkling trail, Christmas street parade, market, Santa run and photos, and music/singa-long. So, put your thinking caps on and get your creative juices working overtime. What decorations or lights will you put up this year? What Christmas street parade float concepts can you consider? Let’s all make this Twinkling more outstanding than the last. Anna White Two Wells Two Wells Echo, April, 2022
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Malcolm’s talking about gardening BEC O’BRIEN
Guest speaker Malcolm Haines (centre) with Jill Barclay and Heather Stone of Dublin and Lola Western of Pt Parham Valerie Vercoe. enjoyed the afternoon.
LEFT: Libby Thorpe of Munno Para and her sister Patrice Thorpe of Two Wells. FAR LEFT: Liz Henwood (left) caught up with Rob and Evelyn Dyer.
ACCOMPLISHED Gawler-based gardener Malcolm Haines gave an informative talk in Two Wells on Tuesday March 15. Held at the Two Wells Bowling Club and hosted by Adelaide Plains Council’s library services program, a good crowd attended to hear Malcolm’s journey from bare backyard to productive home garden oasis and his dream of helping food security become common-place for everyone. Malclom is a gardener, designer, microbe wrangler, writer, experimenter, and plant lover. A self-confessed tinkerer and mad scientist at heart, he is the driving force behind Gawler-South based “Ligaya Garden”. His famed “tiny” garden, established on a 360 sqm block, has grown from a handful of fruit trees in 2015 to a thriving perennial food forest in the front garden, and a herbs-and-annual-veggies aquaponics system out the back. Today the garden provides more than half the family’s food. Malcolm and his partner,
Jelina, met in the Philippines where they were both studying traditional medicine. The country still holds a special place in their hearts, influencing the name of the garden and what plants they grow, including as many tropical plants as possible. Their garden has a focus on food, medicinal plants, aquaponics, and water and energy solutions. “Our garden protects the house, cools us, feeds us and provides medicine,” Malcolm explained. “The more leaves we have between us and the heat the better we are, so this is like a little evaporative air-conditioner. “My big thing is food security; I want everybody to never have to worry about a meal.” Ligaya Garden is one of six gardens showcased on the Adelaide Edible Garden Trail 2021. It appears in the SA Urban Food Network’s series of case studies, and was featured on ABC’s Gardening Australia in October 2021 with Sophie Thompson. The family also writes a blog, detailing their gardening successes and challenges.
PUBLIC CONSULTATION
Hart Reserve, Two Wells – Draft Masterplan – Revised
Skate park back on agenda A SKATE park for Hart Reserve is back on the agenda following community consultation. Adelaide Plains Council is currently seeking further feedback from the public on its revised Draft Masterplan for Hart Reserve, which now outlines the inclusion of a skating facility that could see features such as a bowl, quarter pipe, rails, stairs and launch ramps. Council chief executive James Miller said council saw the draft master plan as a blueprint to develop the site in the future into a vibrant community space and had worked with urban design consultants Jensen PLUS and the local community, including Two Wells Primary School students, to prepare the plan. Two Wells Echo, April, 2022
“Initial consultation in relation to a Masterplan for Hart Reserve was undertaken in August 2021 and subsequent feedback has led to a revision of the plan, being an inclusion of a skate park and/or ramp,” Mr Miller said. “With a skate park/ramp likely to change the landscape and activity occurring at Hart Reserve, the move to re-advertise is a sound one to ensure full buy-in from the community is achieved.” As well as now incorporating a possible skate park, the draft master plan creates a new entry to Hart Reserve with new pathways, heritage signage, BBQ and picnic facilities, lawn areas, feature lighting and landscaping throughout; there is even a tree-house inspired play structure proposed and
potential for a meandering ‘creek’ style watercourse along its northern boundary. A copy of the draft master plan can be viewed on council’s website www.apc. sa.gov.au, or at its offices in Mallala and Two Wells. Written submissions need to be received by 5pm on Friday April 29 and addressed to: Adelaide Plains Council Feedback – Hart Reserve Masterplan By post: PO Box 18, MALLALA SA 5502 Or by email: info@apc. sa.gov.au Enquiries about the draft plan should be directed to APC community development officer Lynette Seccafien at info@apc.sa.gov. au or 8527 0200.
Adelaide Plains Council is seeking further feedback from the community on the revised Draft Masterplan for Hart Reserve, Two Wells. Council, together with leading urban design consultants, Jensen PLUS, has worked collaboratively with the local community, including Two Wells Primary School students, to prepare the Draft Masterplan as a blueprint to develop the site in the future into a vibrant community space. Initial consultation in relation to a Masterplan for Hart Reserve was undertaken in August 2021 and subsequent feedback has led to a revision of the plan, being an inclusion of a skate park and/or ramp. Accordingly, Council is now undertaking further consultation on the Draft Masterplan. A copy of the Draft Masterplan can be viewed on Council’s website www.apc.sa.gov.au, at Council’s Principal Office (2a Wasleys Road, Mallala) and the Two Wells Service Centre (69 Old Port Wakefield Road, Two Wells). Written submissions must be received by 5pm on Friday 29 April 2022 addressed to: Adelaide Plains Council Feedback – Hart Reserve Draft Masterplan By post: PO Box 18, MALLALA SA 5502 Or by email: info@apc.sa.gov.au Note:All written submissions will become public record, including forming part of a report to Council. Enquiries relating to the Hart Reserve Draft Masterplan may be directed to Lynette Seccafien, Community Development Officer, at info@apc. sa.gov.au or (08) 8527 0200. James Miller Chief Executive Officer Adelaide Plains Council www.twowellsecho.com.au
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Goals kicked at completed sports centre Local Aussie rules footballers, soccer players, cricketers and netballers are cheering the completion of a more than $5 million expansion of the Angle Vale Community Sports Centre. Playford mayor Glenn Docherty this week officially opened the new facilities in front of club members. The expansion includes a new junior and senior soccer pitch and a floodlit oval for football and cricket, coaches’ boxes, an additional 98 car parks, landscaping and footpaths. Mayor Docherty said it was exciting to see the centre nearing completion. “Council’s long-term investment in the Angle Vale region for sport sees the facility continue to grow. This is a major benefit to residents in this part of Playford,” Mayor Docherty said. “It is one of our city’s most popular venues for sports people and supporters. “The latest upgrade further underlines Council’s commitment to creating more opportunities for local sports people of all ages. “This upgrade is a win for more than 1230 football, soccer, cricket and netball players. Designs for the BMX track will begin soon.” The latest stage has been funded by $4.5 million from the City of Playford and a $590,000 grant from the State Government through the Grassroots Football, Cricket and Netball and Facility Program. The work builds on previous improvements, including new clubrooms, netball courts, cricket nets, a playground and female change rooms. The next stage includes building a BMX track, playground and public toilets. Work will cost an estimated $730,000 and is expected to be completed by the end of the year. The expansion of the centre began in 2013 and has been supported by funding from council and federal and state governments.
New Baby Boy Congratulations to Two Wells Netball Club coach Shanna Jacob and her partner Richard Newman (left) who welcomed a sweet little boy in late February. Jordan David Allan Newman was born at the Gawler Hospital on February 23 at 3:08am, weighing 7 pounds 4 ounces. Big brothers Tyson and Hayden were excited to meet their newest family member. Such a special time for you all, congratulations.
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School Holiday Library Activities Are you looking for something to keep the kids entertained these school holidays? Well, the Two Wells Public Library can help you out with two fun and interactive workshops this month. The first, to be held at the old council chambers near the library on Thursday April 21 will be a Shrinkies workshop. Two sessions are available; 1pm to 1.45pm or 2.15pm to 3pm. Participants will have the chance to get creative and make a variety of fun shrinkies to keep, including a bag tag and key chain. The second holiday workshop will be held at the Two Wells Uniting Church hall on Thursday April 28 from 9.30am until 11am. Brain Benders consists of a short science-based illusion show followed by a hands-on, brain-tingling illusion disc activity. Both workshops are free to attend for school aged children, who must be accompanied by an adult. Contact the Two Wells Public LIbrary on 8520 2100 or email library@apc.sa.gov.au to secure your ticket.
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April 7 is World Health Day, an annual global health awareness day that draws worldwide attention to a subject of major importance to global health each year. April 7 is also National Beer Day in America. The date marks the passing of the Cullen-Harrison Act which was the propeller of the end of Prohibition. Think a few Aussies might take up celebrating this unique day. April 15 is Good Friday. For Christians it is a solemn day, marking the crucifixion of Christ on the cross. For others it is a public holiday and a reminder to hit the shops the following day to stockpile for the Easter long weekend. April 17 is Easter Sunday, an important occasion on the Christian calendar.Christians believe Jesus Christ rose from death and in doing so ensured eternal life for all who believed in him. For youngsters, it generally means chocolate for breakfast after the Easter Bunny has visited.
Playford councillor and Virginia resident Peter Rentoulis married long-time girlfriend Sanet Groenewald at the Saint George Greek Orthodox Church at Thebarton on March 6. The couple (right) enjoyed photos in the Adelaide Botanical Gardens before a reception at the office of Peter’s business, Distinction Legal, in Angle Vale. Peter is the son of Emmanuel and Sophia Rentoulis, while Sanet is the daughter of Christian and Hilda Groenewald. The newly-weds hope to travel to northern Queensland later this year and will continue to live in Virginia. Congratulations Peter and Sanet.
April 22 is Earth Day. This day marks the anniversary of the birth of the modern environmental movement in 1970. It is a celebration of the environment we all share and also acts as a day of conservation awareness.
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Country Nuptials Former Virginia lass Amy Bertram married Hayden Spilsbury of Angle Vale on Saturday March 19 at The Barns of Freeling (left). The picturesque setting was a fabulous backdrop for friends and family who travelled from interstate to attend the nuptials. Amy is the daughter of Michelle Barone of Waterloo Corner and Michael Bertram of Craigmore, and Hayden is the son of Michael and Jan Spilsbury of Old Bar, NSW. The couple will make their home in Angle Vale. Congratulations Amy and Hayden.
Mayor Glenn Docherty at the completed Angle Vale Community Sports Centre.
April 1 is April Fool’s Day. Traditionally you can only prank until midday, otherwise the joke is on you! April 2 is World Autism Awareness Day. Hundreds of thousands of landmarks, buildings, homes and communities around the world will light up in blue in recognition of people living with autism.
April 25 is Anzac Day, the anniversary of the ANZACs arrival on the shores of Gallipoli in 1915 during WW1. This day of remembrance was originally devised to honour the members of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) who served in the Gallipoli Campaign. However, it is now a day of remembrance that broadly commemorates all Australians and New Zealanders who served and died in all wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations.
April 30 is International Jazz Day, a day declared by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to highlight jazz and its diplomatic role of uniting people in all corners of the globe.
Ratty Reads Book Review The Charm Offensive by Alison Cochrun I loved this book. It’s no secret that I’m a fan of romance, but I do get a bit bored of the standard tropes and storylines where you can almost predict what each character will SAY let alone where the plot is going. This one felt so much more nuanced. The characters had heaps of depth and I’m genuinely sad that I finished it and don’t have them in my life anymore. The plot wasn’t one that I predicted up front or during reading, beyond hoping that our love interests ended up together somehow. It was set on a fairytale themed Bachelor TV show which is right up my alley (even if it didn’t paint these shows in the best light), and did I even mention it was a queer romance? Its cover almost looks from the young adult genre but don’t be fooled because this book is definitely adult-themed!! This one has a strong focus on mental health and how to support someone who is struggling,
Ratty reads With Rachel Applebee which I thought was great. It was also great representing the full spectrum of LGBTQI+ peoples. This book was super romantic, Cochrun built the perfect amount of tension, it was funny and intelligent. I loved it. Five stars.
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Send or amend your FREE* community announcements at sales@twowellsecho.com.au ADELAIDE PLAINS RATEPAYERS & RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION INC Contact Alvin Jenkin on 0427 973 051 for meeting details.
AUSTRALIAN PLANTS SOCIETY
Holds meetings on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30pm in Gawler East Primary School library, Finch Street, Gawler East. For information ring Robert on 0400 962 082 or Bob on 8571 1172.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
Meets every Thursday evening in Two Wells, Starting at 8pm in the St. Joseph’s Parish Church Hall, 46 Old Port Wakefield Road. Anyone who thinks they may have a problem with alcohol is welcome to attend.
CHURCH TIMES
Anglican Church Services
St Peter’s Mallala: 1st Sunday of the the month 10am April 3, May 1 St Paul’s Two Wells 2nd, 3rd & 4th Sunday of the month 10am April 10, 17 & 24 10am May 8, 15, 22 & 29 Parish Contacts: Two Wells - Di Meaney 0427 616 301
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COMMUNITY BUS
All bookings ph: 8527 0200. Jasmin Daniele Senior training every Monday night starting at 7.30pm open to anyone over the age of still acts as volunteer bus liaison, however 17 years old. Everyone welcome however all places/enquiries are now through Council. day time crews are needed. Cadet training CHILD & YOUTH HEALTH is every second Wednesday starting at 5.30pm until 7pm. Open to anyone aged Is held on the second and fourth Friday of 11 and above. Located in Wells Road, each month at The Two Wells Children’s Two Wells. Centre, 27a Gawler Rd, Two Wells 9.15am to 10.30am and 1pm to 4pm by appoint- TWO WELLS COMMUNITY LIBRARY ment only, 10.30am to 12 noon drop in. Call 61 Old Port Wakefield Rd, Two Wells. Open: 1300 733 606 for appointments. Tuesday 9am to 5pm, Wednesday 12 noon to 7pm, Thursday & Friday 9am to 5pm, CROSSROAD CONNECTIONS Saturday 9am to 11.30am. Phone: 8520 SUICIDE PREVENTION 2100. library@apc.sa.gov.au. Meets third Thursday each month at 7pm, open TWO WELLS CWA to the public. For more information contact adelaideplainsspn@gmail.com. Meets on the third Tuesday of the month at the Two Wells Bowling Club from 7pm. New LANDCARE TWO WELLS and interested members are welcome to come along. Contact Caroline Hardiman Landcare Two Wells, Lewiston & Districts Land on 0418 781 007 or Jenny Dowling on Care Group, Monthly Activities. Land Care 0418 859 875 . is bigger than your backyard. Pat. 0419 860 981, Sharon. 0412 345 852.
TWO WELLS PLAYGROUP
Tuesday mornings 9am -11am during school LIONS CLUB ANGLE VALE term at the Two Wells Uniting Church Hall, Meetings on the second and fourth Wed at the 34 Gawler Rd. For babies and children up clubrooms Gabriella Court, Angle Vale, 6.30pm to five years of age. Gold coin donation start. New members always welcome, for more and BYO lunch box and snacks. Phone: info please call 0416 452 925. 8520 2358.
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TWO WELLS PROBUS CLUB
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TWO WELLS SCOUTS CUBS & JOEYS
Cubs: 6.30pm - 8pm (Tuesdays) Scouts: 6.30pm - 8.30pm (Thursday) Joeys: 6.30pm - 7.30pm (Friday). Contact Group Leader, Toby Stevens 0449 292 317
TWO WELLS REGIONAL ACTION TEAM
Meetings at 7.30 pm on the third Wednesday of each month in Two Wells Catholic Church Hall. Contact Caroline Scutcheon 0417 801 178 for more info.
TWO WELLS UNITED YOUTH
An engaging and interactive Christian social group for children aged 12 years to Year 12. Based at the Two Wells Uniting Church the group meets on Fridays during school terms from 5.30pm-7.30pm. $3 includes tea. Contact Shallum Lubcke on 0413 097 013.
TWO WELLS UNITING CHURCH OP SHOP
Opening times, Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm and Saturday 9am to 12 noon. Open all school holidays, come in and browse. Uniting Church Hall Drew Street, Two Wells, contact Pam Duncan 0409 002 201 anytime for information.
TWO WELLS UNITING CHURCH FRIENDSHIP /FELLOWSHIP GROUP
Meets on the first Tuesday of the month at Two Meetings are held in the Two Wells Bowling Meetings held monthly in the Uniting Church Two Wells Uniting Church Wells Catholic Church. Contact president Hall with the aim to provide supported • Sunday Worship 10am Club on the fourth Monday of the month Ian Gameau or secretary 0417 801 178 or friendship and opportunities and to support • Wednesday Craft Group from 10am. Come along and enjoy some twowellslionsinc@gmail.com for more info. the ongoing mission of the church. For in1-3pm (during term time) companionship. Contact Judith Lamont formation contact Mollie Frost 8520 2073 or • Friday Youth Group 5:30pm (during term time) 8380 9140. MALLALA MEN’S SHED Alan Howell 8520 3063. TWO WELLS RED CROSS Open Weds 9 til 12, Sunday 9 til 1pm, other times Virginia Catholic Parish. Mass times: YOGA by agreement. Get involved in projects or just Meets on the first Tuesday of every month at St Joseph’s Two Wells: Classes are at the Two Wells Cathoa coffee and a talk. Conference room available the Catholic Church Hall, Two Wells at 1pm. • Thursday 6.30pm lic Church Hall are held on Mondays by request. Contact Norm Dicks 0428 559 787 All welcome. Contact Judy Heaslip, Secretary • Sunday 8.30am 7pm to 8.15pm. Enquiries to Diane or just turn up. on 0417 852 059 for further information. Our Lady of the Assumption Virginia 0427 616 301 or meaney014@gmail.com • Sunday 10am MALLALA RSL Parish Priest - Fr Pham Anh Hao. Meets every third Wednesday. Membership open Phone 8380 9029 to both those who have or have not served. Ph Ray 0417 450 088 for info.
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Carers SA are here to help WHO is an unpaid carer? An unpaid Carer is a family member or friend who looks after someone with: ■ A disability ■ A mental illness ■ Dementia ■ A long term health condition ■ An illness that is terminal ■ An alcohol or drug related problem or ■ Someone who is frail due to age People become Carers in different ways. Sometimes they start helping someone out bit by bit. Sometimes it happens suddenly, because of an accident or illness. Carers can be any age. Parents, grandparents, partners, siblings, friends and neighbours may all take on a caring role at some point in their life. There are more than 245,000 Carers in South Australia. What is the Carer Gateway? The Carer Gateway is an Australian Government initiative which provides services and support to unpaid Carers across Australia. Carers SA is the local Carer Gateway provider in South Australia for the provision of these services. Carer Gateway services are focused on supporting Carers and they complement the existing services that may be available through other supports such as My Aged Care or NDIS. Can carers who receive Centrelink Carer Payments access services through Carers SA? Yes. In fact Carers who do and do not
receive Centrelink Carer Payments are both eligible to access services from Carers SA. The services are not income tested. Does a carer need to live with the person/s they care for to be eligible for services through Carers SA? No. Carers may or may not live with the person/s they care for and can still access support. Is there a cost to register with Carers SA?
No. Carers SA offers a variety of free services to support Carers in their caring role. I live in country South Australia can I connect with Carers SA? Yes. Carers SA is a state-wide organisation, with skilled and professional staff working across country and metropolitan South Australia. We are waiting on an assessment, will you still help me if there is no diagnosis of the
person I am caring for? Yes we can. Carers SA does not require proof of diagnosis regarding the condition of the person you care for. How can I find out more? Please contact the Carer Gateway on 1800 422 737 or Carers SA on 8291 5600 and one of our team will be able to assist you. Visit carerssa.com.au.
Carers SA - Here for you
If you pr ovide as sistance member to a fam or friend ily who is fr age, has ail due to a disabil ity, a dru related p g or a roblem, is experie lcohol mental il n lness or has a lon cing g term medical condition Carers S , A is here to suppo rt you
Carers SA is the local Carer Gateway provider in South Australia. The Carer Gateway is an Australian Government initiative which provides services and support to unpaid Carers across Australia. For over thirty years now, Carers SA has been providing support to unpaid Carers across South Australia. Carers SA offers a wide range of personalised services, packages and information to support Carers from all backgrounds and cultures at no cost to you. Some of the services available: • Carer support - assisting Carers to determine what they need. • Tailored, carer-directed support packages - to give Carers practical assistance. • Professional counselling - provide one-on-one support for Carers and their caring situation. • Peer support - where Carers can meet with people in similar caring situations.
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• Coaching - one on one support to help reach individual Carer goals.
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• Emergency respite care - to make sure the person cared for will be looked after if an urgent or unplanned event occurs and stops the Carer from being there.
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Two Wells Equestrian and Pony Club held its first ever Tetrathlon on Sunday March 6. A tetrathlon is an equestrian discipline consisting of four aspects including showjumping, shooting, running and swimming. To cater for the pony club’s younger competitors an obstacle course was offered for the ridden aspect rather than a showjumping round and the running and James Richardson jumping Will in the showjumping phase. PHOTOS: ALIXANDRA BELL swimming phases were over
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shorter distances. The rules were also modified from the Pony Club Australia rules for all competitors to allow riders to participate without the need to be especially athletic. A special “social-athlon” was offered for non-riding members or members who did not wish to participate in the ridden phase but wanted to be involved in the shooting, running (or strolling) and swimming. There were many awards presented at the end of the day,
with some highlights being ‘Fastest Gate Opener ‘- Taylor Urand, ‘Fastest Obstacle Course’ - Thomas Richardson, ‘Highest Single Shot Score’- Makayla Foubister, ‘Highest Overall Shooting Score ‘- Shelley Henderson and ‘Fastest 1km run’- Pentti Puro. All participants commented on the fun and relaxed atmosphere of the event and some expressed interest in trying out for the South Australian State Squad and competitions, which are run according to National Rules.
TWEPC chief instructor Rebecca Puro watches as Jacob Tommy Richardson guides his pony Gypsy through the Kayla Healey gets her eye in for the laser shooting Paul and Bindi navigate the obstacle course. gate as part of the obstacle course. component.
Drills and poles at equestrian club event What a beautiful day it was for Adelaide Plains Equestrian Club’s drills and poles event on Sunday February 27. The weather was perfect and judging by the feedback everyone had a good time. The club would like to thank all the helpers on the day and Nigel Wehr for the fabulous photos, as always. The event consisted of four groups of four horses and riders who alternated between poles and drills. Jude Sonnefeld joined APEC again this year due to popular demand and put everyone through their paces. Jude had the horses and riders working as pairs, performing various maneuvers whilst keeping in time with each other. As a spectator it looked very impressive, with some
horses and riders even going back for a second go!!!! APEC’s next event was natural horsemanship hosted by Simon Moore. Simon focuses on developing a confident and light, responsive horse and encouraging relaxation and connection between horse and rider. The event was so popular that it was opened up for an extra day and was held over the weekend of March 26 and 27 at the APEC club grounds, Clara Harniman Reserve, Lewiston. To keep up to date with all the happenings and events at APEC look them up onFacebook or online at www.https://adelaideplainsequestrianclub. weebly.com/ Julie Jackson on Flash and Naomi Trenaman on Pebbles.
Summer Shomos on Crystal and Rebecca Shomos on Grace.
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Hoffmann scores hat-trick in soccer debut for Virginia Virginia United Soccer Club’s women’s team kicked off their first game of the season with a loss to a strong Munno Para side, who agonisingly missed out on promotion last season. The club’s men’s teams faced Barossa United in the first round of the challenge cup. With nine players unavailable, the reserves dug deep to come from behind to take the game into extra time. After going a goal down during extra time, Virginia lifted another gear and got another equaliser. The game went to penalties, where we held our nerve to win the shootout. The First Team controlled much of the game and found themselves 3-0 before Barossa pulled one back. After half time Virginia continued to dominate the game to run out a comfortable 6-1 win. A shout out to Jasper Hoffmann who scored a hat trick in his official debut for the club! Senior results FSA Women’s Division 5 Round 1 vs Munno Para Virginia 1- Munno Para 9 Goalscorer Christina Sideris. SAASL VIVA Challenge Cup Round 1 vs Barossa United Reserves 4-4 AET (6-5 on penalties) Goalscorers : L.Hulme 1, G.Arharidis 1, S.Symons 1, A.Neto 1 First Team 6-1 Goalscorers: J.Hoffmann 3,, J.Pipinis 1, M.Carbone 1, D.Papandrea 1
Virginia United Soccer Club players, (back) Vince Bombardieri, Renae Warner, Alana Bombardieri, Marie Barilla, Kyreen Thomson, Nicole buckler, Simone McCallum, Jasmine Masters-Frank, Natasha Scarman, Victoria Goodman, Greg Agalidis (coach), (back) Josh Nugent, Christina Sideris, Jacinda Cox-Wilden, Yasmin Bunderla, Rebecca Shepperd, Tegan Ver- Virginia teammates Dave Cotgrave, James Dimasi, John haren, Elia Maiolo, Michelle Edson and Caterina Sergi. Kalkanis, Michael Manno and Vangeli Lioulios watch as Paul Cafcakis heads the ball against Barossa United last month.
SPORTS QUIZ 1. Which Australian golfer recently won the so-called 'fifth major', the Players Championship?
5. What team is the winner set to then face in the 2022 A-League Women Grand Final?
2. The NRLW has announced plans to expand to how many teams by the year 2024?
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3. Which Formula One racing driver has announced plans to add his mother's maiden name to his own? 4. Which two teams are set to compete in the 2022 A-League Women Preliminary Final?
7. Which country is currently hosting the 2022 Women's Cricket World Cup? 8. Babar Azam is the current captain of which national men's cricket team? 9. What medal did Australian decathlete Ash Moloney win at the 2020 Olympic Games? 10. Why was the start of a recent Oklahoma City Thunder v Memphis Grizzlies NBA game delayed? 11. Which Australian cricketer comically fell into a hotel swimming pool in the lead-up to the Second Test against Pakistan?
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22. What cricket team lost their first three games to Australia, West Indies and South Africa the 2022 ICC Women’s World Cup? 23. Minnesota Timberwolves player Karl-Anthony Towns recently scored a team-record how many points against the San Antonio Spurs? 24. What African country was the first to ever qualify for a FIFA World Cup?
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Women’s team finishes top IRENE GIANNIKOS
themselves very well and will be looking to go up a grade next year. Thank you to the Members who drove players to Two Wells Bowling Club news: matches & helped set up each match day. A Huge Thankyou to the Selectors who can never The season ended with a mixed bag of results. The Women’s Thursday Pennant team finished please everyone. on top of the ladder and won their semi-final game Tournament news: against Salisbury, a side they hadn’t beaten all season. Three of the club tournaments have progressed The two Men’s Wednesday Pennant teams will both be demoted after ending the season in ninth to the grand final stage and will be played on Friday position. As we struggled to fill the second side for evening 1st April. With Paul Candlish and Matt most of the year, a demotion to the lower grade will Prior to play off in the President’s two bowl singles, Ben Smith and Ken Montgomery in the 100 up and Shelly only require twelve players instead of sixteen. The Open Gender Saturday sides were a bit of Bain and Ken Gill playing the Handicap Singles. The competitions have been hotly contested with a mixture. The first side finished seventh with nine wins 20 plus players entering each tournament. The Men’s Club Championship Pairs was played and nine losses. The second side finished ninth with five wins and earlier in the year with Paul Candlish and Tony Ialeggio narrowly beating Ben Smith and Mick Pickstock. thirteen losses. The third side finished sixth with eight wins and Due to a lack of entries, the Women had a play off and ten losses. A great effort for a side that constantly Pam Prescott and Shelly Bain were the victors over changes due to players being unavailable on any Sue Dansie and Marilyn Nichols. The Cham;pionship Singles will be played over two days, 26th & 27th given week in any division/side. Our new players this season have acquitted March. Good luck to the entrants.
Sue Dansie in action against Salisbury Enjoying perfect bowling conditions for Jets. the semi-final was Bev Molloy.
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The Two Wells Bowling Club Women’s Thursday Pennant team, back L-R: Jan Telfer, Marilyn Nichols, president Ian Campbell, Sue Dansie, Irene Giannikos, Ian Telfer, Carol McIntyre, (front) Bev Molloy, Yolanda Cannizzaro, Lorraine Gray, Adele Ray, Shelley Bain, Pam Prescott, Lily Konicek. RIGHT: Jan Telfer at the far end of the green.
SACA representative Noah Craven-Briggs (left) with TWCC volunteers Devon Hardiman, Leanne Pool and Peter Seccafien.
Cricket volunteers honoured Three local volunteers were last month recognised for their long-standing service to cricket in the community. Two Wells Cricket Club members Devon Hardiman, Leanne Pool and Peter Seccafien were presented with 10-year service
awards by South Australian Cricket Association country cricket officer for Barossa and Riverland, Noah Craven-Briggs, following the club’s AGM in March. The trio have for many seasons been unfailing players, volunteers and members at the
club who go above and beyond to help see the sport they love and enjoy thrive in the town. Congratulations on a well-deserved award Devon, Leanne and Peter.
Two Wells Cricket Club report LEANNE POOL All five Two Wells Cricket Club junior teams made the finals last month, with the Under 14 and Under 16 sides finishing minor premiers. Teams struggled throughout the season to fill their sides and during finals because of Covid. Injuries late in the season didn’t help either. The club’s Under 12’s unfortunately lost their semi-final to North Pines. All players played well and for most of the team it was their first year playing cricket. The Under 14’s won their semi-final against Salisbury West. This team had about five players unavailable due to being hit hard by Covid and injuries but were fortunate to have some willing Under 12 players come up to help fill the side. Two Wells made 135 from their 40 overs. Logan Clifton made 49, Ethan Edwards 32 and Curtis Clifton 10. Our spin twins Logan Clifton and Ethan Edwards also tore apart Salisbury West taking 4/26 and 3/17 respectively with notable performances from U12’s Curtis Clifton, who opened the bowling and
returned 0/12 off eight overs; and Blake Xenides, who bowled his leg spin and took his first wicket in U14’s. They all contributed to the team’s success and run into the grand final. The Under 16 team was also hit by injury and Covid, falling agonisingly short in their run chase by seven runs. Best with the bat was Matt Evers with 41 not out and with the ball Dylan Henwood taking 4/21 off seven overs. Thanks to Francis for taking over coaching duties while Adrian has been out of action. The B grade could not fill a side so unfortunately they had to forfeit their semi-final. The A grade team also lost their semi-final against ATCO. ATCO were too good, posting a score of 312 with Two Wells only managing to make 84. The best with the bat was Sam Gray, 36, and best with the ball was Luke Harris taking 3/15 off 10 overs. The club will hold its season presentation on Sunday April 10 at 11am at the club rooms. Juniors players are asked to bring a salad to share (no Coles or Woolworths salads); seniors to bring sweets.
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Finals action for Two Wells junior tennis teams STACEY GAMEAU LAST Saturday was finals day for junior tennis at Two Wells Districts Tennis Club. In the orange ball competition Two Wells had a team playing for a premiership – and they won!! The Two Wells Bartys played Virginia White at Gawler courts, winning five sets to one. This team included Olivia Gunn, Ashlyn Wearn and Corby Gameau. Two Wells also had another game playing for third place that received a forfeit. Two Wells Tanks were meant to play Trinity College at Trinity College. This team included Blake Williams, Flynn Williams and Preston Stone (filling in for Tyson). The Two Wells Lightning versed Virginia Blue at Two Wells and won 5th place. This team included Jasmine Molloy, Toby Molloy and Imogen McAuley Fry. In the Green Ball competition we also had a team in the grand final. The Two Wells Twizzlers played Tod St at Gawler courts. They narrowly lost four sets to two. This team included James Turner, Keeley Merritt and Mackenzie Turner. The club also had another team playing for 3rd position in the Two Wells Pretzels, who took on Virginia at Virginia. They also narrowly lost to take 4th position, going down four sets to two. This team included Michaela Foubister, Rylee Wood and Lily Gameau. The third match in the green ball competition saw the Two Wells Demons playing TC Blue, and hoping not to get the wooden spoon for the season. Two Wells Demons won, finishing in 7th place. This team included Austin McAuley Fry,
Xander McAuley Fry and Jake Romlyn. Following the grand final day, the club helds its end of season presentation day on Sunday March 20. It was a lovely sunny day and there was a huge turnout at the courts. It was a great opportunity to acknowledge the successes of the year and say a fond, but sad, farewell to two of the club’s amazing and long standing committee members in Marie Tapscott and Trudy Van Osch. Thank you for your years of dedication and commitment to our tennis club and all that you have helped the club achieve over the years.
Green Ball Pretzels team Club sponsor Maria from Rainbow Fresh presenting Lily Gameau, Rylee Wood and Michaela Foubister with their team trophies Lily Gameau won Best Average Premiership winners of the Orange Ball Junior competition.Two Wells Barty’s Corby for the team Gameau, Ashlyn Wearn and Olivia Gunn.
A new award at the club this season was the Marie Tapscott Most Improved Junior Player. Marie Tapscottis pictured here with the inaugural winner Michaela Foubister.
Orange Ball Barty’s Club sponsor Maria from Rainbow Fresh presenting Corby Gameau, Oliviia Gunn and Ashlyn Wearn with their team trophies Olivia Gunn won best average for the team
Orange Ball Lightning team Club sponsor Maria from Rainbow Fresh presenting Toby Molloy, Imogen McAuley-Fry, Preston Stone and Jasmine Molloy with their team trophies Imogen McAuley-Fry won best average for the team
Orange Ball Tanks team Club sponsor Maria from Rainbow Fresh presenting Flynn Williams, Blake Williams, (absent Tyson Stokes) with their team trophies Blake Williams won Best Average for the team
Green Ball Demons team Club sponsor Maria from Rainbow Fresh presenting Xander McAuley-Fry and Austin McAuley-Fry, (absent Jake Romyn) with their team trophies Austin McAuley-Fry won Best Average for the team
Green Ball Twizzlers team Club sponsor Maria from Rainbow Fresh presenting McKenzie Turner, Keeley Merritt and James Turner with team trophies James Turner won Best Average for their team
Gawler District Tennis Association finals presentation held at Gawler courts on Saturday March 19. Pictured from left are Tori Scholes, Ashlyn Wearn, Corby Gameau, Olivia Gunn and Association Junior Coordinator Haydn Leo.
Junior players Keeley Merritt and James Turner presented Coach Dale McDonald (centre) with a certificate and a wombat in honour of his nickname “Wombat”.
Squad Training group with Coach Dale McDonald (far left), Xander McAuley-Fry, Austin McAuley-Fry, Keeley Merritt, James Turner, (front) Rylee Wood, Lily Gameau and McKenzie Turner.
Orange Ball juniors (back) Coach Dale, Preston Stone, Imogen McAuley-Fry, Yanni Tryfopoulos, Aiden Haylock, Jasmine Molloy, Blake Williams (front) Flynn Williams, Corby Gameau, Ashlyn Wearn, Olivia Gunn and Toby Molloy.
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Red Ball juniors, Coach Dale McDonald, Xen Tryfopoulos, Kaylie Walsh, Mia Tryfopoulos, Rory Ferdinands, Chase Wearn and Isabelle Gunn.
Blue Ball juniors Larni Wearn, Pearl Kaminski, Jaela Walsh and Charlee Walsh.
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Two Wells senior tennis grand final draw ANDY ROWE 2021/22 Division 2 “Dual Premiership Winners” Two Wells v Trinity College Old Scholars 8 Sets - 71 Games to 8 Sets - 71 Games Gawler Association Courts Saturday March 19 This grand final wrap-up is going to be a long one. So much to say and where does one start? Maybe backwards and with some words echoed from our team-mate Dale who summed up the day perfectly; “In over 30 years of playing competitive sport I have never had a day like yesterday. And now I’ve had time to ponder and reflect, I’m at peace with the final decision to call it a dual premiership. It really was the most sporting outcome, tennis was truly the winner on the day”. Great words; I think being part of this, there was no real other outcome that would have been fitting, a sentiment shared by all players. We had so much support from the community, ex-players, injured players, family and friends at the courts, it was amazing. Our awesome team had turned up to fight for the premiership, Jake, Dale, Neralie, Craig, Andy, Chantelle, Graham, Stacey and Lexie, with Brenton injured on the sidelines. Kerri had sorted the grape supply and Jon had sorted the team sheet as normal, thank you! Ball canisters popped and we’re ready to hit the courts. Walking out on court in 35 degree heat with no wind felt like 40-plus degrees standing on the court surface. The sweat was beading on everybody during just the warm up. We were not only in for a hot day but a bloody hot opponent who had convincingly taken the last double chance match from us in the first final a fortnight ago. From here on in, this day just has so many positives. I am so proud of the Two Wells Seniors Tennis Club, the resilience shown, the awesome fighting spirit and resistance to break down in the extreme heat. We were on the road to call our team winners and steal the trophy. Win or lose though, we were out there to enjoy the day and in the end we were able to share the sweet success! With our almost full team back after covid and other issues, this is how the day progressed.
Doubles Jake and Dale, Neralie and Craig, Andy and Graham, Lexie and Tanika, all hit the courts and from right here we knew it was going to be a hard day. Jake and Dale worked so well together as a regular pairing broke Dan and Alan early and then overpowered them with a fairly fault free performance. Power shots and deep rallies with great placement deserving a good 6-1 win. Andy and Graham took on Steve and Hayley with all four playing some unbelievable shots and having great rallies.
Hayley’s return with power and Steve’s drop shots were a task to get over but with some great returns on our side, we broke Steve and Hayley late and then served for the set, winning 6-4. Neralie and Craig took on Toby and Nick, both teams were evenly matched, with long rallies, great shots and one service break. The ball was darting all over the court with good strategy from all players, just going down 3-6. Lexie and Tanika were absolutely awesome playing Janelle and Belinda. Such a great battle with these four players. The set really could have gone either way and you would not have known the result until the end. Such a hard fought set, all four players were hitting winners everywhere. The girls were unfortunate, just going down 4-6.
Singles Wow, we just got through the doubles and you could fry an egg on the court. Jake took on Dan on the end court and from the spectator stand you could see Dan was on song. Jake and Dan both slugged it out from back of court to back of court, side to side. Both played to the level of their number one spot but with the break down Jake battled away trying to get it back, the assassin ended up just going down 3-6. Dale up against Alan, again a great match up. Dale was on song here and hardly gave up a point. Unforced errors were gone and he was playing Alan to the side and forcing the errors, not much more to say here, Dale got on top and followed through with a great win 6-2. Andy took on Steve in the back corner and it became a game of shot placement. Steve with his touch and backspin just over the net was causing Andy a few issues. Andy was on song popping the ball back over Steve’s head as he came in. Steve’s spin serve up against Andy’s power serve was a challenge for both. Finally breaking Steve, Andy was able to return low back over the net with some spin to get over the line with a 6-3 win. Neralie took on the impressive Toby in a placement game of strategy. Both players are known for their game play strategy and it was great to watch how Neralie went about this building to the final winning shot. In the final she was forcing the errors from Toby early with great shot placement. A great game and a result worthy of her strengths winning 6-2. Chantelle took on Hayley and it didn’t quite go to plan. Hayley was just all over the ball, hitting winners from everywhere. This is normally Chantelle and the other way around, the heat was extreme and Chantelle played very, very well. Just one of those days where you go out and play your shots well but they keep coming back and hitting the lines for winners. Unfortunately for Chantelle, it just happens sometimes, going down 0-6.
Cheering on the Two Wells tennis team was (front) Kerri Bastiaens and Lexie Bastiaens with (back) Aaron and Olivia Gibson.
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2022 premiers, Two Wells Tennis Club 2022 senior premiers (back) Graham “Pug” Phillips, Tanika Wearne, Jake Foubister, Stacey Gameau, Tanika Wearne, Dale “Wombat” McDonald, (front) Craig Manuel, Andy Rowe (captain), Neralie Wearn and Chantelle Micallef. Craig took on Nick who zips around the court like a rabbit. One minute he’s at the back of the court and then he’s up at the net. Craig and Nick went at it and with Craig’s bullet serves and hard returns he was going blow for blow with Nick. Both players tried to force errors out of the other. It was a hard match with Nick running many miles chasing everything. Craig ended up being a bit more powerful and came away with a good win 6-4. Lexie took on Janelle and was great. Lexie is developing her game and it shows. Every week she has longer rallies, more winners, more power, more placement. She took two games off Janelle today and should be as proud of her game as we are. Every game counts and she fought well, this is so pleasing to see the future of the club getting there. Soon there’ll be no stopping her, watch out! Inthe grand final however, she went down in a hard fought match 2-6 It was so hot, just so hot and we were at the set of all sets. Tanika walked on court to take on Belinda. Who knew this was going to be the most intense battle with every single eye staring at these two players. With all other singles finished and nobody willing to head back to the court to start reverse doubles, all eyes were on one court. Every point was Trinity cheering and then Two Wells cheering, back and forth, it was intense. Belinda was down to start and fought her way back to be locked at 6-6. So many duce’s and the heat was even more extreme taking its toll on
both players. Finally 6-6 and a mini break for the players. Both Tanika and Belinda played awesome and it’s a pity somebody had to walk off court the winner and somebody not, Tanika going down to Belinda in the tie-break 6-7. A great effort by both Belinda and Tanika. Tanika received our Two Wells grand final player of the day accolade. Wow, now we still had the reverse doubles to play and the score-line was Two Wells 6 sets 54 games to Trinity 6 sets 53 games. It was going to go down to the wire! Jake and Andy were up against an impressive Dan and Steve. It was a hard fought match with rallies and forced errors on both sides. Game play worked with some net strategy and some good serving, but this went both ways. Jake and Andy got the early break with Dan and Steve trying everything to break back. Just playing the ball back deep and letting Jake pounce, worked well heading into the change of ends, 5-4 in our favour 5-4. Andy serving, and with Jake’s net speed, five good serves where one point was lost, got us there winning 6-4. Dale and Chantelle took on Alan and Hayley. Dale was on song backing up Chantelle’s great returns, both players in sync with each other. Powerful play and great placement forced errors and broke the opposition twice to force the win 6-2. Neralie and Stacey were up next and we had left Stacey in the cold without a warm up. They took on Toby and Janelle who worked well together. Neralie and Stacey battled out the whole set trying to get back on top. The longer the game went the better the ladies went. Full credit to them both for battling the set out and giving their all. Sometimes luck goes the other way even though we try our hardest, a hard fought set but going the other way 1-6. Now it was down to the last set....no pressure. Two Wells 8 sets 67 games to Trinity 8 sets 65 games. Craig and Graham took on Nick and Belinda. Everybody else had finished and all eyes were on this game. Both the Trinity and Two Wells teams mingled together behind the end of court cheering on their players and enjoying the Graham Phillips and Andy Rowe in doubles action exciting finish. All four players were great, all played for Two Wells. good shots and the Two Wells pair were just unlucky.
Either pair that lost here was unlucky. All four players were drenched in perspiration and struggling but still playing awesome tennis. Graham was hitting deep and placing the ball very well, Craig tried to serve his bullets, Belinda placed her power double backhands and Nick the running man was all over the court from front to back slamming volleys. Suddenly the set was over and the score, 4-6. All the players embraced, what a bloody hard, fun, enjoyable and exciting day but ..... a bloody hard day. At this point the scores were tied 8 sets 71 games to 8 sets 71 games. Association members Robert and Jayne were on hand to explain the rules in the event of a draw. Under the current circumstances, with players suffering heat exhaustion, and in the spirit of the game, a duty of care and all other matters considered, both teams deliberated. Team captains from both sides agreed on behalf of the players that both teams be declared dual premiers. What a fantastic day with Trinity. We want to thank all the opposition players, Dan, Alan, Toby, Nick, Steve, Belinda, Janelle and an extra special thanks to Hayley for so much done behind the scenes as well as the friendship we now have. A mention to players from both sides who couldn’t make it, Ward, Brenton, Tash and Brett. Thanks also to all the help from the Gawler Tennis Association, your work is recognised and appreciated. Murrays BBQ & Bar Gawler for the wonderful winners voucher, what a bonus, thank you! We thank all the teams in the competition for the year and we thank all our players for “one hell of an outstanding day”. We also have to thank all the players that helped as fill-ins throughout the year including Brenton, Airlie, Shannon, Kelly, Chelsea, Keeley, and James. A special thanks to our own committee and Marie who just works and works on tennis, the club and helps with everything. Thanks to Kerri and Jon for everything you do and bring to the club (you know), you’re awesome. And…where would we be without our wonderful sponsors, we have the brightest best looking team on court; Totally Framed - D & D Freight Service - Maverick Campers - Rainbow Fresh Landstar Logistics - Tapscott Fencing - Perfection Farms. Your sponsorship is so greatly appreciated. After a marathon day in the heat, what better way to finish and celebrate than with pizza and a swim in a cool pool!
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Virginia’s Paul “Poppy” Puopolo with Blake Brunotti, left, and Dale Miller. JACK HUDSON VIRGINIA Football Club coach Shaun Baker’s minimum expectation is finals for 2022 for his young side. The Rams missed the top four in 2021, but have added one of the biggest recruits in the
history of the Adelaide Plains Football League in Paul Puopolo. Heading into his second league at the helm of the club, Baker said the numbers have been solid and there’s a ‘buzz’ around the club. “Talking to a lot of the local guys, it’s probably best numbers that have been on the track for about
five or six years,” he said. “We’re getting 35 plus nearly every night. “There’s a bit of buzz around and bringing in a player like ‘Poppy’, the town’s a bit of a buzz. “We’ve been working pretty hard and now we’ve got the numbers on the track, we can start getting into zones and all that sort of stuff.” Baker added fitness was something they’d worked on ‘massively’. “At the start of preseason last year, we were getting low numbers and it really took its toll,” he said. “We were in games for 15 or 16 minutes of every quarter, then we’d drop off and in A-grade footy, you can’t have that, you have to play for 30 minutes a quarter.” Aside from Puopolo, the Rams haven’t had too many changes in their playing group. “We didn’t really need to recruit, we did our massive recruiting last year,” Baker said. “We brought in five or six guys that I knew could play a standard of A-grade footy, last year was a test to get the club going back in the right direction. “Then the issue was just about getting a senior player to help our young list, because we’ve got a very good young list, they’re all around the 23–24-year age. “We just needed a senior head in that midfield group, which has now got and hopefully we can learn a few things. I think everyone will learn to be honest.” Virginia starts its campaign against Angle Vale.
Roosters sign former Centrals midfielder • From back page “But I want the boys to enjoy footy and play their natural games.” Being a playing coach is a bit of a juggling act, one Edmead acknowledges, saying finding that balance between playing and coaching will take some time. “I’m looking forward to working with Dave Barnett and Aaron Dart as my assistant coaches and finding a good dynamic,” he said. As the reigning premiers, Two Wells is obviously the team to beat but Edmead doesn’t want his players becoming complacent. He says the club’s line-up is looking strong with a few new recruits, pressure on for spots and some juniors coming through the ranks. “Mallala will always be around the mark but the side this year to watch will be Balaklava,” he tipped. “They have recruited well and I think they will be hard to beat. “We as a football and netball club are looking forward to a great season and wish everyone in the competition well.” Edmead said a win in last month’s trial match against Gawler-based Willaston’s A grade side was a great benchmark to work from and the season ahead looked promising. IN David Haydon (Central Districts) Harry Gameau (returning player) Brad Calvett (returning player) OUT James Gameau (Barossa)
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JACK HUDSON It’s going to be a new look Angle Vale this year as it looks to continue on its form following its first ever finals appearance in the Adelaide Plains Football League. The Owls had been the whipping boys for most of their time in the APFL, but shocked many as they soared to the top four for the first time in 2021. However, they have a change in coach with Troy Treverton departing for Eastern Park and dominant goalkicker Rob Kovacic following him. The Owls appointed Ash Barnett, who has plenty of coaching experience behind him and has overseen many premierships, more recently at Barossa District in the Barossa, Light & Gawler competition. Heading into his first season at the helm, he’s pleased with what he’s seen so far. “We’re sort of getting good numbers, about 35 on the track most nights, and I’m pretty happy with it,” he said. “We have a good mixture actually, a few guys coming up for the senior colts and obviously a few new players and a few coming back. “I think we’re reasonably young. Overall, of the probably 35-40 we’ve had, I’d say 80 per cent is between the ages of probably 22-26. “Not too many older blokes, I think we’re pretty actually pretty fit and youthful.” In addition to Kovacic, the Owls lost a couple more, but gained plenty of experience from the BL&GFA. “We lost Trent Payne, who went back to Willaston as his wife plays netball there and Scott Blundell has gone to Gepps Cross,” Barnett said. “We’ve probably got six or seven coming in, a couple coming back to the club and a few new players. “We picked up Jaydn Goodfellow, he’s ex-Barossa District and played at North Adelaide last year. “I was at Barossa for four years, so I know him very well. He’s a good footballer, good strong and target. “We picked up Sam Dunn from Tanunda, played a bit at Sturt, and he played in Tanunda’s flag in 2019. “Hopefully he has an impact on the comp straightaway, he’s a ruck, he’s a big boy. “Beau Shinnick from Nuriootpa, played a bit of zone footy and is a midfielder. “He should handle the competition right and the last one is Jake Williamson from South Gawler, he’s a key position player down back or forward.” Angle Vale starts its campaign against Paul Puopolo’s Virginia.
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Edmead up for the challenge BEC O’BRIEN New Two Wells Football Club A grade coach Caleb Edmead has big shoes to fill but he is up for the challenge. The quick on-baller has been with the club for the past three seasons, and was last year assistant coach to Neville “Cheeky” Seccafien, who led the club to three premierships in the past seven years. Edmead spent his junior years playing football for Gawler Centrals before being invited to state league club Central Districts when he was just 16. “I stayed there, playing 83 Reserves games until debuting in the league side in 2014,” he said. “I was in and out due to injury until moving to Norwood for one year.” Edmead was coaxed “over the river” by former Two Wells club captain Ned Seccafien; their partners had been friends for years; and
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is looking forward to making his own stamp. “I really like the culture that has been built at the club and how respected the football club is within the community,” he said. “Obviously there’s a fair bit of pressure [following from Cheeky] as in his final years he guided them to two premierships and had a high winning percentage. “But being with the group over the last three years I’ve built the relationships with the playing group, and with Cheeky still being involved with the club this year I’ve always got someone to ask a question and lean on.” Cheeky has taken up the role of senior football manager at the club. Edmead says the team will be aiming to see finals action once again this year. “We’re hoping to find ways to kick bigger scores with a couple of small changes on how we move the ball,” he said.
New recruit David Haydon (left) and A grade player-coach Caleb Edmead are looking forward n Continued page 22 to the 2022 season starting later this mont
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