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130 attend Two Wells ‘placemaking’ session

HICKINBOTHAM Group’s Two Wells placemaking workshop has attracted the praise of Disctrict Council of Mallala chief executive officer, Charles Korunye Mansueto.

Lower Light About 130 locals attended the workshop, organised by the Hickinbotham Group as part of their commitment in the Heads Ward Belt of Agreement with the council to Lewiston engage and inform the commuTwo Wells Gawler Middle nity on the proposed residential Beach development.

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At the Two Wells “Placemaking” workshop (from left) Malcolm Frost, Judy Frost, Evelyn Dyer, Gilbert Rochecouste (Village Well), Eddie Stubing and District Council of Mallala mayor, Marcus Strudwicke. ing views came out on people’s talked about at the workshop perception of Two Wells and the was that the community’s expectations of additional services, proposed development.

Mr Mansueto said common whether physical or soft infrathemes on future opportunities structure would be difficult to included maintaining the town’s achieve without the population rural character, environmental increase,” he said.

There was some confusion sustainability, educational faciliamongst residents about how the ties and public transport.

“A key message that was residential development relates

to the town centre project.

“The workshop also identified different levels of understanding on the linkage between the Town Centre development and the residential growth area,” Mr Mansueto said.

“The two are separate projects but have obvious alignment with each other.

“The existing population and future residential growth need to have access to enhanced retail and community facilities while the town centre will only be able to attract further investment if there is a population base that will sustain such investment.”

Mr Mansueto said DCM is managing the Town Centre Project while through its agreement with council, Hickinbotham is managing the residential growth to the north of Two Wells town centre. It is proposed a follow-up session will be held on July 6.

n SEE the Plains Producer for all the details on the new Two Wells town centre design.

Planning for growth

About 130 people attended a community workshop in Two Wells last week hoping to guide future growth of the town.

Members of the Two Wells Regional Action Team (TWRAT), business owners and leaders, and interested residents gathered at the Two Wells Community Centre to listen to Village Well ‘placemaker’ Gilbert Rochecouste, guide discussion on growth in the area.

The workshop, organised by the Hickinbotham Group, was an opportunity for the community to workshop and discuss how good, well-managed future growth can be achieved.

TWRAT president, Eddie Stubing, praised

the direction and openness of the workshop, stating the generosity shown by developers Hickinbotham was encouraging.

“Hickinbotham is taking an enormous risk,” Mr Stubing said.

“That display of diplomacy towards the community, starting with us, (is) terrific.”

Mr Stubing was pleased with the placemaking process.

“I thought the meeting was a wonderful success,” Mr Stubing said. “There were questions asked and ‘dirty washing’ aired.

“We got those out in the open and they answered them with the best intentions. They answered truthfully.

“They didn’t have to consult with the

community but they did.”

The Hickinbotham project is set to encompass land bordered by Port Wakefield Road, Mallala Road and Temby Road, catering for up to 2500 new homes.

Mr Stubing believed District Council of Mallala (DCM) has indicated it would start planning now for future sewage and flood problems in the area and said some people needed to understand the complexity of establishing a new housing development.

“Council can do more for the area when the rate mass grows,” he said.

New bikeways, schools and more infrastructure would not be possible without the township expanding.

Hickinbotham Group’s managing director, Michael Hickinbotham, said the workshop provided an excellent foundation for the community and Hickinbotham to move forward together.

“This was our first opportunity to hear from the community and take note of their ideas, questions and comments,” he said.

“It is very clear to us local people want to have a say and a stake in how their town grows. As the developer, it’s our job to take heed of these questions, ideas and concerns and to respond to them as part of the planning process.

“Topics discussed include Hickinbotham’s commitment to listening to the community, how the existing town centre and shops would work with our proposed development, ensuring there isn’t an ‘old’and a ‘new’ town, block sizes, flood mitigation and community infrastructure.

“For our part, we wanted to make clear

that Hickinbotham is committed to this community and all community views will be respected and taken into account.

The excellent support from the community at the workshop left an impression with Mr Hickinbotham.

“The turn-out made it clear to us the community really cares about what’s happening in their district,” he said.

During the two-hour session, Mr Rochecouste led participants through a series of activities to workshop opportunities, aspirations and challenges for the area’s growth.

Some key challenges included maintaining the area’s rural identity, integrating the ‘old and the new’and the provision of services and facilities.

Employment, economic growth and attracting more services were among the main opportunities discussed.

“These ideas are essential to ‘placemaking’,” Mr Hickinbotham said.

“The next steps are for Gilbert and the design team to collate and analyse these ideas and priorities the community says are important.

“These ideas will form a brief to the designers to help us achieve the best possible result.

“Gilbert and his team will be back in Two Wells in July to present the ideas back to the community to confirm we are on the right track.”

Follow-up sessions will held on Wednesday, July 6 at Two Wells Community Centre, Old Port Wakefield Road, Two Wells, from 12–2pm or 6.30–8.30pm.

Light refreshments will be provided by Two Wells Red Cross.

Registrations of interest are requested.

To register people can telephone (08) 8366 0003, email info@twowells.com.au or visit www.twowells.com.au. “ Ideas are essential to ‘placemaking’,” Michael said.

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ddie Stubing is a man who exemplifies what it means to give back to your community.

And with his bright yellow F100 pickup truck, towering height and gentle presence, he is hard to miss.

Eddie has lived in the Two Wells district for the past 17 years and right from the start has immersed himself in the community.

He is a member of many groups, sits on numerous boards and is currently president of the Two Wells Regional Action Team (TWRAT).

To many, Eddie is characteristic of the saying “actions speak louder than words” but the man himself is adamant he is only where he is because of the actions of others.

“You can take some credit for the way we act,” he said.

“But we are here (in this position) because of everyone else.”

Eddie grew up in Cleve on Eyre Peninsula and has a great passion for the State and the people in it.

He tells me his parents had always been involved in community groups and were great believers of giving back to the local community.

Eddie said he fell in love with Two Wells while he travelled all over the state establishing his LPG tanker delivery business.

His trucks would often stop at the ‘holding yard’ just out of the town and it was the perfect opportunity to make his business more efficient.

With his wife of 24 years, Kathy, he bought 400 acres out near Middle Beach and began building a small cattle farm; planting thousands of trees and growing feed for the stock, as well as continuing the trucking business.

“It was very intense,” Eddie reflected.

Here they raised three boys Ben, Tom and Guy, who all continue to live and work in the district.

“I wanted to come out here to give the kids an opportunity because I didn’t see it where I was,” Eddie said.

Like most rural communities, sport in Two Wells is a big part of its identity, and Eddie once again became involved wherever he could.

“Our sons play football for Two Wells Football Club,” he said.

“There is great drive from the committee and I look forward to seeing the new premises built and the extension completed.”

Eddie is also a keen swimmer (well, not so much these days) and after old rugby injuries began to plague him, he became involved in

He loves Two Wells and its community.

It’s been good to his family.

Now he is returning the favour:

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Glenelg Lifesaving Club. He spent many hours ferrying his boys to and from the seaside suburb so they too could be “little nippers” and still is a member today.

“The competition and the travelling up and down the coast brought us closer together,” Eddie said.

Eddie’s children were sent to Trinity College at Gawler River for their schooling and once again he set about helping out wherever he could.

“I helped start it (the school) when there were car bodies and snakes all over the place,” he chuckled. “I took my tractor out there and began clearing the land so the school could be built.”

Following his boys’ transition to the senior school at Trinity North in Gawler, Eddie helped out on the grounds there too. In 1996 TWRAT

was formed and Eddie soon became a part of it.

He said he watched with pride the things this group of people were achieving and wanted to be part of it.

Eddie believes TWRAT has a great vision – but in the beginning achieving things was hard.

“I came along and I said nothing,

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a lot of noise, they just pushed on with the job at hand.

“I am very proud of this group because this task is, or can be, mundane but they get it done anyway.

“I really value their commitment and it’s great to be a part of it.”

Events such as the Christmas street parade and the management

bright, with many different groups guiding the town. He says the actions of Mallala Council, which in recent years shifted some of its services to Two Wells; along with the RSL and Rotary Club, keep the town progressing and growing.

“I am very proud of the Two Wells community,” Eddie said.

There are many groups pushing the town along ... we have a great future

I just listened,” he said. “I took in what they were trying to achieve.

“I saw them trying to manage the struggle that they had (in keeping Two Wells maintained and prosperous) and I saw all the attention they were giving it.

“They were very proactive and hardworking but they didn’t make

of buildings in the town are reflections on the efforts of the TWRAT. Three years ago Eddie purchased the Adelaide Plains Recycling business and is eagerly awaiting the opening of his new premises later in the year.

He believes Two Wells has much to be proud of and the future looks

“There are many groups pushing the town along (and) we have a great future. You can’t change anything dramatically with only one individual but as a group you can.

“I love Two Wells and the town has been very good to my family.

“I hope I can return that favour in some way.”

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Send or amend your free community announcements at news@twowellsecho.com.au alcoholics anonymous

Alcoholics Anonymous, Meets every Thursday evening in Two Wells, Commencing at 8pm in the Hall at St. Pauls Anglican Church Old Port Wakefield Road, Anyone who thinks they may have a problem with alcohol is welcome to attend.

basketball

Two Rivers Basketball Association, Angle Vale Primary School, PO Box 455 Two Wells SA 5501. Basketball Coaching Clinic from 5pm, Games commence from 5:30pm, 12 and Under, 15 and Under, Learn basketball in a friendly family atmosphere.Contact Paul on 0414 248 732.

Bowling Club

New bowlers are always welcome to attend and there is always an opportunity for those wanting a game of bowls. Bowls is played all summer on Saturdays and Wednesdays or Tuesday night ‘learn to bowl’ evenings. Phone: 8524 2274, M: 0435 017 719.

CFS

Two Wells CFS, station located at Wells road Two Wells.

Training Monday nights, Cadets (11-15 years) 6pm to 7:30pm, Seniors 7:30pm. New volunteers welcome. For more information phone 8520 2500.

Calisthenics

Two Wells Calisthenics. Looking for something new and lots of fun? Come along and give it a go! Classes held at Two Wells Primary School, Tuesday Night practice, Sub Juniors(7-9 years) 5pm to 6.30pm. Juniors(10-12 years) 6pm to 7.45. Inters(13 and older) 6.45pm to 8.30pm.

Phone Jodie Simons on 8524 3990 or 0423 928 311, first lesson complementary.

child & youth health Child and Youth Health, Child and Youth Health services are held on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month at The Two Wells Children’s Centre, 27a Gawler Rd, Two Wells 9:15am to 10:30am and 1pm to 4pm by appointment only, 10:30am to 12 noon drop in. Call 1300 733 606 for appointments.

Church times

Anglican Church Services St Peter’s Mallala. 1st Sunday of the month, 10am - June 5 and July 3. Contact: Heather Konzag 8527 2128.

St Paul’s Two Wells. 10am - 12, June 19 and June 26 (26 June Archbishop’s visit). 10am - July 10, 17 and 24. July 31 & 5th Sunday to be advised. Contact: Diane Meaney 8520 2308.

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Children’s centre

Two Wells Community Children’s Centre, 27a Gawler Road, Two Wells. Communitybased, fully accredited.

Childcare for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years, Monday to Friday 7am-6pm. Full time/ part time/casual care, before and after Kindy care, vacation care for school-aged children.

Dept of Education Preschool a nd Pre -Entry. Qu al ifie d, caring staff. Educational, developmental programmes, and Special Needs services available. Nutritious, fresh meals. CHILDREN ARE TOO PRECIOUS FOR PROFIT! Visit www.twowellskgn.sa.edu. au or phone 85202358

Community bus

Community Bus, return trip to Elizabeth City Shopping Centre, Only $5.00 return (kids free), Next bus: June 17. Bus departs Mallala Post Office 9am, Port Parham Sports and Social Club 9:15am, Two Wells Bakery 9:40am, Dublin, Lower Light & Lewiston by arrangement. Return departs Elizabeth 3pm. All bookings contact Jasmin Daniele 8520 2233.

community centre

TWO WELLS COMMUNITY CENTRE, Available for hire for Weddings, special occasions, seminars, conventions. Seats up to 200, large kitchen & bar, Contact: Yolanda on 8524 3131 or 0408 835 331 for more information.

Community Public Library

Community Public Library, Located in the Institute. Hours: Mondays - Closed, Tues & Thurs - 9:30am to 5pm, Wed – 1pm to 7pm, Fri – 9:30am to 3pm, Sat – 9am to 11am, Ph 8520 2100.

Craft Group

flag Fa m i l i e s L e a r n i n g a n d Growing, This is a FREE service for anyone with children aged birth to 4 years.

Come and join us in some fun, games and activities. 9.1511.30am every Tuesday in school term, Uniting Church Hall, Gawler Road. For more information please contact Karen 0411 772 333, Helen 0411 180 469 or Tanya on 0438 202 840.

football

Two Wells Football Club, meals every Saturday night during the season. Come on down and see your local teams play and enjoy a club style meal after the game!

Bar facilities available. TWFC Ph: 8520 2524. New players welcome.

golf club

Two Wells Golf Club, 18 hole scrapes course open April until October. Competitions: Tuesdays Ladies Day, teeoff 9-9:30am, Wednesdays Mixed Tournament, tee-off 9-9:30am; Saturdays Mixed Comp tee-off 11am onwards.

McPharlin Rd (extension of Bethesda Rd) Two Wells ph 8520 2607, membership available. Club secretary: B. Prior 8523 3272 or 0417 842 260. All visitors welcome.

healthy eating club

Two Wells Healthy Eating Club, Fridays 9:30-10:30am, Catholic Church Hall (opp Cemetery) Cost $1 per week.

Come in and have a chat about healthy foods and how to select the best products when doing your grocery shopping.

We weigh each person each week and keep records so you can keep track of your weight. Make this your year for a healthier you! See you there, Chris Hart (President) 8520 2037.

Craft Group at Two Wells In the St Paul’s Anglican Church Hall, 10am to 12noon Wednesday June 8, 22 & July 6 & 20.

hockey

craft shop

Two Wells Hockey Club, Encourage all ages, adults and children to participate. We train in Gawler, All games on Saturday, through the Barossa and Gawler. Come along and join us, All enquiries as soon as possible to Margaret Ph: 0408 933 261.

The Craft Shop, TWO WELLS COURT HOUSE, Quality goods sold on consignment, Locally made olive oil and honey, Home made Jams and Sauces, Gift ideas, skin products, bric-a-brac. hand crafted quilts. OPEN Tues to Sat 9:30am to 4pm, Sun 2pm to 4pm, CLOSED Monday.

Equestrian & Pony club

Two Wells Equestrian and Pony Club hold rallies on the first and third Sundays of the month at 9.30am on our grounds, Aunger Road, Lewiston. Further details on www.twepc.com.au.

landcare

scouts

Landcare Two Wells, Lewiston & Districts Land Care Group, Monthly Activities, Land Care is bigger than your back yard.

Pat: 0419 860 981, Sharon: 0412 345 852.

1st Two Wells Scout Group, PO Box 427 Two Wells SA 5501. JOEYS 6-8yrs, Tuesdays 5:30pm, CUBS 8 - 11 y r s , Tu e s d a y s 7 p m , SCOUTS 11-15yrs, Thursday 7pm, VENTURERS 14-18yrs, Thursday 7pm. GROUP LEADER Ian Laughton Phone 0403 976 984.

lutheran church

UCA Op shop

Two Wells Lutheran Church, Home service with Holy Communion, 4th Sunday of Month @ 7pm, Weekly services @ Salisbury, Contact: 8281 2976, Pastor Wayne Boehm.

neighbourhood watch

The next Neighbourhood Watch meeting will be held on Tuesday June 7, 2011 at 7-30pm. It will be a combined meeting with Mallala Neighbourhood Watch, to be held in the Mallala Museum Schoolroom. For directions contact Mallala Secretary Margaret Nation on 85272548. Guest speaker will be solicitor Lynn Olds. Everyone is welcome. The following Neighbourhood Watch meeting will be held on Tuesday July 12, 2011 at 7-30pm at the Two Wells Community RSL.

Play group

Two Wells Play Group, every Monday morning except Public Holidays, 9:15am to 11:15am At Two Wells Children’s Centre, For more information contact the Two Wells Children’s Centre on: 8520 2358.

probus club

The Combined Probus Club of Two Wells Inc. Meetings are held in the Two Wells Bowling Club on the 4th Monday of the month from 10am. Come along and hear our guest speakers and enjoy some companionship.

Contact: Glenys Szarmanski 8520 2675.

Rotary club

Two Wells Rotary Club, Meet every Tuesday night, 6:30pm for 7pm dinner at the Two Wells Tavern, Contact Robin Trevilyan 8520 2788.

Two Wells Uniting Church Treasure Trove Op Shop, Opening times, Mon, Tues, Thurs & Sat 9:00am to 12:00am, Wed & Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm.

Open all school holidays, COME IN AND BROWSE, Uniting Church Hall Drew Street, Two Wells, Contact Pam Duncan 8520 2764 any time for information.

uniting church

Uniting Church Adult Fellowship.

Meetings held monthly in the Uniting Church Hall with the aim to provide supported friendship and opportunities and to support the ongoing mission of the church. Thursday, April 14, Visit Dick at Lyndall French at Stockport.

For information contact Mollie Frost 8520 2073 or Alan Howell 8520 3063.

function venue

TWO WELLS BOWLS CLUB, Seminars & Conferences. If you are looking for a venue for your function, why not consider our clubrooms on Old Port Wakefield Road, Two Wells.

Comfortable seating for 100 in both the dining and lounge bar areas. Services available, Bar facilities on request, hot & cold meals on request, public address system with cordless microphone.

Prices on application to secretary Steve Bradwell, P.O. Box 127, Two Wells 5501, Ph: 8524 2274, M: 0435 017 719.

Walking Group

Heart foundation walking groups have been established in Two Wells.

The group is called Two Wells Wa l k a b o u t s a n d meet Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8.20am by Two Wells Historical Walk (near toilets).

Walking starts at 8.30am for up to one hour. For more info contact Val Mai on 8520 2722.

RSL

yoga

Two Wells RSL Sub Branch, Main Street, Two Wells, Ph: 8520 2826, Open: Mon & Wed, 9am to 12pm, Fri 4pm to close, Social night every Friday night from 6pm. Contact Tony: 0412 773 111, John: 0411 894 245, Welfare & Pensions Officer Available.

YOGA, Classes are at the Two Wells Catholic Church Hall are held on Mondays 7pm to 8:15pm. Enquiries to Diane 8520 2308.

kennel & obedience club

ADELAIDE PLAINS KENNEL & OBEDIENCE CLUB, Training Wednesday evenings, Beginners, Grades 1 & 2 - 7pm, Grades 3, 4 & 5 - 7:40pm, Conformation 7:40pm. All breeds & people welcome. If you have a problem come & see us. Contact Josie on 8524 3499 for more info.

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Town centre plan moves forward Crown land in Two Wells will once again be sought by the District Council of Mallala to cater for future retail growth in the town.

At a full council meeting on Monday May 23, the council voted to rescind a previous motion stopping them from pursuing the land.

Following community consultation, which put forward three models for future development in Two Wells, councillors at the meeting stated it was clear ratepayers supported and wanted growth in the town centre, opting for model A. District Council of Mallala chief executive officer, Charles Man-

sueto, said the decision was an opportunity to re-engage negotiations with the State and was strongly supported by the community.

“A key message that has consistently come out of discussions with the community is that they wanted the town centre to be redeveloped but in doing so the community wanted to maintain the character of the town,” Mr Mansueto said.

“This aspect is also important to council which commissioned the development of the Main Street Design Guidelines.

“These guidelines provide a

framework on what development could look like and highlights the key characteristics of the town that should be reflected in any development.”

Dublin Ward councillor Steve Jones praised the decision, saying there was a clear mandate from the public and it was time to move forward.

“Council has been in limbo for almost six months (on this issue),” he said.

“If the decision to rescind the motion hadn’t gone through, we would have had to wait for another 12 months before another rescind

motion could be put forward.

“That’s the rules.

“I definitely think it’s finally been ‘truthed’ up and now we can move forward.”

Two Wells Regional Action Team president Eddie Stubing agreed the council’s decision was a long time in the making but worth the wait.

“We hung in there and we didn’t give up,” Mr Stubing said.

“People were despondent but we must trust in a good outcome, which we have now.”

Councillor Joe Daniele voted against the motion, saying at the meeting, he believed he would be

Calling all artists for SALA Festival District Council of Mallala is calling for interested artists to be involved in the 2011 SALA Festival.

On August 8 the First Glance Art Exhibition will be launched with further details about this event being communicated on council’s website and in local papers closer to the event.

This festival will allow local art-

author Fiona McCallum proudly displays her book, with (from left) library staff Kimberley Hargrave, Amanda Kirvan and Di Henwood.

Fiona brings Paycheque to promote our library

Two Wells Library celebrated its fourth birthday, and Library and Information Week, with the centre’s second author ‘meet and greet’ event on Thursday May 26.

South Australian Fiona McCallum was in town to share her debut novel ‘Paycheque’ with interested readers.

Ms McCallum grew up in Cleve on the Eyre Peninsula and is being supported in her book tour by Port Pirie-based Meg’s Book Shop.

Ms McCallum said Paycheque was her fourth manuscript but her first to be published and it took nine years for her to get to this point.

“Nothing with me is a short story,” she said.

“A big part of my life is a part of this book.”

Ms McCallum relished the opportunity to get up close and personal with readers and was still coming to terms with the idea she was an author. She said the event was a great way to cel-

ists from the council area and state to promote their work and give community members an opportunity to enjoy a state wide arts event.

Contact Ann-Marie Arthur to register your interest in exhibiting artwork at this event and check the website for up to date information. www.mallala.sa.gov.au Email ann-marie@mallala. sa.gov.au or phone 8527 0200.

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Leesa Vlahos Chatting to Fiona McCallum is Marleen Larner, of Greenacres, (left) and Liz Henwood, of Malvern. ebrate community libraries and she even had a small connection with the town.

“I once rented a house on Bailey Road West and spent three months here,” she told the group.

“I was finding my feet and

getting myself together, so thank you to Two Wells for that.”

Two Wells Library Services co-ordinator, Kimberley Hargrave, said the event was a great way to promote the library and the services it offered.

Craft shop needs more helpers More volunteers are needed at the Two Wells Community Craft Shop.

This is a chance to become more involved in your community and enjoy meeting a variety of people. Half-day shifts are offered weekly, fortnightly or monthly to be arranged to suit your Two Wells Echo, June 2011

letting the people down if he didn’t.

“My objection is that crown land belongs to the people and I represent the people,” Mr Daniele said.

“Once we sell that crown land we’ll never get that back (and) the money will go to the government.”

Mr Daniele is worried future development earmarked for the town’s north, will put too much strain on the communities’ resources.

“Those people will come into Two Wells to shop,” he said.

“We’ll need another football oval, soccer pitch, even a hockey pitch and who’s going to pay for that.

“Not the developer.”

situation. The beautiful old courthouse in Two Wells offers a pleasant atmosphere in which to work.

If you are even partially interested in this opportunity please contact Judi Frost on 8520 2185 or 0427 417 905.

Your State Member of Parliament for Taylor

What we can do for you 3 q Community/individual advocacy, engagement and consultation 3 q Provide advice and assistance on Local, State and Federal Government matters.

3 Refer you to the appropriate service provider or q Government agency if we can’t provide the service.

3 Assist Community Organisations with grant q applications.

3 Raise matters in State Parliament that are of concern q to you or the community.

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Making the greenfingers connection

Community groups help students go gardening

A special gardening project at Two Wells Primary School is reaping rewards for its students and the wider community.

The Community Connections Project began last year with a small group of dedicated teachers, support staff and community members seeking to engage at-risk students in their learning.

The group sought the help of local community groups including the Two Wells Rotary Club, Neighbourhood Watch and the Two Wells and Lewiston Landcare Group, as well as the Rotary Club of Playford, to establish their project.

They also visited other schools in the area with similar programs.

“The excitement from the students and ourselves was enormous,” project secretary Michelle Renaglia explained.

“We realised from this that the project had the potential to help students far beyond what we expected and watching students at other schools with their gardens was inspiring.”

The wealth of knowledge and experience in the wider community was something the project aimed to capitalise on Ms Renaglia said.

“We are committed to developing a sustainable environmental

Inspecting their hard work in the vegetable garden are students Brayden Wittholz, Joshua May, Cory Tryfopoulos, Sean Hammond, Nhicos Garchitorena and Sampson Rawle. program within the school that involves the whole school community,” she said.

“Our endeavour is to build students’ confidence, self worth and respect of others within our community (and) to establish a sustainable community garden program which provides many

wellbeing and learning opportunities for primary aged students.”

Priorities of the group include establishing a bush tucker garden, creating a self-sustainable vegetable garden and harvesting rainwater from the schools’ grounds.

Year 6 student Sean Hammond is a founding member of the project

and really enjoys the opportunity given to him.

“I enjoy the hard work,” he said.

“It’ll be great when we can eat what we’ve grown.”

He is looking forward to the day when the school can fully utilise the garden, from growing the vegetables, to picking them, to cooking

them and finally, eating them.

“I hope that the whole school can use it one day,” he said.

Fellow group member Joshua May agreed the project was a lot of fun.

“It’s awesome,” he said.

“I really like the cultivating side of things.

Newbies!

Meet the newest students at Two Wells Primary School. This group of cheeky faces started at the school this term and so far are having a lot of fun and learning new things every day.

Pictured from left to right are Deana Musolino, Jayden Majetic, Kate Wood, Maddy Gort, Liam Hoile and Mitchell Boobyer.

Absent was KaiLeigh Wilson.

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If you have been looking for the motivation to lose a bit of weight or are just in need of some support on your weight loss journey, then look no further than the Mallala Weight Watchers group.

A division of the South Australian Weight Watchers Association and run by volunteers, the group aims to promote healthy eating and a healthy lifestyle. Mallala Weight Watchers president, Rebekah Walker, said the group was there to support members and had a variety of initiatives to keep people motivated.

“Every month we have taste testing nights where members bring in something they have made at home and share the recipe,” she said “The rule with taste testing is it

must contain 10g of fat or less per serve for it to be of benefit to our group.”

Other activities undertaken by the group include treasure hunt nights and “healthy” barbeques.

Throughout the year the group also invites dieticians, personal trainers, representatives from weight loss companies and ambulance officers to speak and give advice on weight management.

Ms Walker said weight loss, or gain, goals are set by members’ doctors, which helped keep goals realistic.

Weigh-ins are between 6:30pm and 7pm every Monday at the Ambulance Centre in Mallala, followed by a 45-minute group meeting.

Contact 8529 2548 or 0417 889 364.

n Are you interested in learning the ancient art of calligraphy? Then get set to pick up a nib as classes could soon be starting in Two Wells.

Calligraphy means “beautiful writing” and is a form of art that can be both a delight to the eye and inspiration to the spirit.

In our technological age, the appreciation for the art of calligraphy has grown incredibly. Calligraphy is a fun hobby, great business, and a creative art.

Classes would be held on a Monday from 9.30am – 12.30pm for 4-6 weeks.

Contact Anita Taylor on 85203475 or 0439686873.

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Owners urged to register horses

South Australian horse owners have been urged to overcome their reluctance and ensure their horses, ponies or donkeys are covered under the new Property Identification Code System.

Executive Director, Biosecurity SA, Will Zacharin said the PIC system allowed government agencies to better plan and respond to major disease outbreaks including those affecting horses.

Mr Zacharin said despite endorsement by key industry bodies,

horse owners had been slow to have their livestock registered under the new PIC scheme which provided two years registration for each property for a $76 fee.

“We’ve already seen with the recent arbovirus outbreak in horses across the state the need to know where horses are located so that we can have better planning in responding to major disease outbreaks affecting horses,” he said.

“It’s essential that we have a sound, dependable registration sys-

tem that allows us to know where all specified animals are - whether they are sheep, cattle, pigs, goats, alpacas or horses, ponies and donkeys - and importantly what numbers of those animals are in any particluar region.”

Mr Zacharin said that very good support for the PIC system had been shown by key livestock industry representatives and, following some initial expression of concern about the biennial fee, peak horse bodies had voiced support for the PIC scheme.

“It doesn’t matter if you have one horse on your property or 100, you will only pay the one registration fee, which of course covers the property for two years,” Mr Zacharin said.

“Registering all properties that have livestock will improve the protection of animals and markets from exotic diseases, such as Equine Influenza (horse flu) or Foot and Mouth disease. An exotic animal disease such as horse flu or foot and mouth would be devastating for Australia.

“The 2007 horse flu outbreak in Australia caused losses to the industry estimated at $1 billion while the cost to the Federal and State Governments to nationally eradicate the flu, and cost of industry assistance totalled $337 million.

PIC registration forms can be downloaded from Biosecurity SA’s website at www.pir.sa.gov/biosecuritysa/pic. Alternatively, call the registration team on 8207 7919 or 1800 654 688 (free call) or email PIRSA.picregistrations@sa.gov.au

It’s fun, fun, fun at Lewiston

Enjoying the new Lewiston playground are Lee Scott (obscured), and clockwise from left, Hayley Walton, Sarah Walton, Kaitlyn O’Brien, Brooke Walton, Josh Scott and Ashton Scott.

PET CARE Winter care for your horses and ponies

With winter here we need to ensure that our animals are kept warm and sheltered.

All animals require shelter or protection from the harsh conditions of winter.

Wild horses will seek protection from the cold wet and wind.

This shows us our pets need some protection too. Shelter and protection for our ponies and horses are a need and essential to a happy healthy pet.

PREVENTING SAND COLIC Horses exposed to eating in a sandy area do digest sand. This sand can build up and cause sand colic.

You can prevent this by using psyllium. A number of products are available that are specifically designed for sand colic in horses such as ‘Sand Clear’.

You should contact your vet first to make sure it is okay and get the dose.

It’s not something you feed daily. You usually feed it about five days a month.

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With Greg Carmichael of Angle Vale Seed & Fodder Remember; contact your vet first for the dose.

COLDS AND FLU Like us, most of our pets are prone to colds and flu, and prevention is the best remedy available. Keeping them warm, sheltered, exercised and fed a nutritious diet will help reduce the risk of colds and flu.

As soon as you recognise a cold or flu coming on, contact your local vet immediately for advice.

For further information please contact Mike @ Two Wells Fodder on 85202505 or Greg @ Angle Vale seed and fodder on 82849313 or via email greg@anglevaleseedandfodder.com Horse Rescue: Day Horse Care Irena Day is behind this small nonprofit group dedicated to giving horses a second chance for adoption. Enquiries or donations, phone 8391 1270 or 0418 853 760, email: dayhorsecare@ bigpond.com.

The verdict is in – if the fun had by these kids is anything to go by.

The new Lewiston playground is a big hit.

Situated at the corner of Hayman and Pederick roads, it was completed at the end of March and has had a steady stream of locals and visitors utilise it.

District Council of Mallala (DCM) Lewiston ward councillor, Karen McColl, believes the playground is a great asset for the area.

“It’s fantastic,” Mrs McColl said.

“And from what I’ve seen it’s getting a lot of use, which means, number one, it’s in the right place and second, that people are going there and using it.”

Mrs McColl said the playground catered for children of all ages and while there was still some work to be done, it had a lot of potential.

“It’s got the potential to have some additional things and grow,” she said.

Mrs McColl said as the playground was next to the wetland trail, riders and walkers could use it too, and in the future, barbeques and seating would make it a “really nice area”.

“It really needs a toilet there, that’s the feedback from people I’ve spoken to,” she added.

Lewiston local Helen Gammon has taken her three daughters to the playground on numer-

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ous occasions and said it was a fun outing for them all.

“They had fun, they had a ball,” Ms Gammon said.

“They really liked that little spinny thing.”

Chrissy Scott lives in the area and visited the playground with her three boys only recently.

Mrs Scott said she was pleased with the variety of equipment on offer at the playground but suggested some improvements including, seating, tables, rubbish bins and toilets.

“It’s a lovely playground for the community though,” she concluded.

DCM chief executive officer Charles Mansueto said the playground was a result of a 2010 survey, where residents commented on the need for increased facilities and services in the area.

Mr Mansueto said council contributed $25,000 to the playground with the Federal Government Regional and Local Community Infrastructure Program (RLCIP) granting $58,000.

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Another success for melodrama

Cast members Elisha Arbon, Stacey Seal, Sarah Groom and Theresa Moore.

Delighting the audience with their performance were cast members David McInerney, Hayden Arbon, Derek Hardiman, Michael Hardiman and Paul Schmelzkopf.

Dr Steve Salagaras with front of house manager Victoria Lewis and Tracey Fischer.

Around 1000 people were captivated and enthralled by the Two Wells Melodrama Groups’ most recent production ‘Storm in a Sea Cup’ - and more than $30,000 was raised for community groups.

Over three weeks in May, the melodrama group took audience members on a journey of discovery about mining and the plight of the Great Barrier Reef.

With a cast of 20, ranging in age from 18 to 60, and backed by a nine-piece orchestra, ‘Storm in a Sea Cup’ followed the story of King Neptune and a group of marine biologists in their fight to stop the bedding of the reef from sinking because of mining.

After weeks of rehearsals and hours of fine-tuning, producer and director Mark Boon said this season’s performance was one of the best, with the group getting more professional each year.

He said audience members were not only treated to a highly entertaining show but were also privy to a wonderful three-course dinner; cooked and served solely by volunteers.

And it is for the volunteers and community groups of the town that the Melodrama Group continues to present shows of such a high standard.

Money raised by the performance goes back into the community, with each group, body, club or service, volunteering people-power on the night to help make the production successful.

The off-stage crew and volunteers significantly outnumber the cast and orchestra, and it is these people who make the show such a triumph, Mr Boon said.

For the first time in its 29-year history, the Two Wells Melodrama Group is considering staging two productions in one year.

Mr Boon said if the melodrama committee decides to go ahead with another production it could be held in October.

ABOVE: Young volunteers Shania McDougall, Claudia Devlin and Brooke Humphrys have some fun at the recent melodrama performance.

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Bus tour of ‘our backyard’ a success As part of the About Time festival to celebrate South Australia’s 175th Anniversary, the library service organised a bus tour of the Council region, which focused on a variety of heritage listed sites and local places of significance.

This event was aptly named ‘New, old and in between – tour Port Gawler and Beyond!’ and was included in the print and online official About Time program.

The response to this event was fantastic, with 45 local community members and visitors exploring the Adelaide Plains and learning about our ‘own backyard’. Everyone on the bus tour participated in a fun quiz prepared

by Library Assistant, Dianne Henwood.

Highlights of the tour were Port Gawler, Mallala, Long Plains and Dublin. The old tradition of a ‘packed lunch’ was also revived to great acclaim. Local businesses and community groups supported this event by providing give-aways and promotional

material for the tour bags which every participant was excited to receive. The bags also included a brochure outlining the heritage significance of areas visited, which was developed by library and council staff (which will be further developed into a valuable resource for the council district and available to members of the public).

This event was very successful in showcasing local heritage and cultural places within our district, and the feedback received indicates that this certainly occurred, as many participants rated the bus tour a 10 out of 10! Library Services Coordinator, Kimberley Hargrave says ‘due to the overwhelming support for this event, an annual bus tour is certainly a possibility!’The About Time website is still live, and comments can be made about this event at www.abouttime.sa.gov.au Thank you to everyone who attended assisted and supported this worthwhile event!

Participants inside Windsor Institute (Di Henwood, Laura Parsons, Gwenda Griffiths and Pat Thompson.

Once upon a time at FLAG

Hayden celebrates graduation and 21st

n ABOVE: Ethan Fechner plays a tune on the trumpet. n RIGHT: Delta Dog teaches Two Wells kindy students about dog safety.

A big month at the kindy We have been very busy during the last couple of weeks.

The kindy children were invited to the Police Band concert held at the Two Wells Primary Sschool, which they thoroughly enjoyed Soon after, they had a musical instrument day, with one of the mums visiting to play her trumpet with her son, and then the children had a chance to play keyboards and other instruments during the day.

The Delta Dog Safety Program visited the centre.

This was a great opportunity for children to learn about safety around dogs, understanding a dog’s body language, the early warning signs and appropriate

ways of interacting with dogs.

For more information on this program you can visit www.deltadogsafesa.org.au TWCCC also held a “Biggest Afternoon Tea” for our families on May 25.

This was an opportunity for parents and community members to come into the centre for some tea, coffee and cake, and to raise money for cancer research.

This is an illness held close to our hearts as one of our long-term staff members is currently battling cancer. It was a successful afternoon with many families attending and of course we raised a small purse of money to be donated to the Cancer Council’s Biggest Morning Tea cause.

n Hayden Arbon recently graduated from the University of Adelaide with a Bachelor of Science (Geology and Environmental Geoscience) and is currently completing Honours, being awarded a Playford Trust Scholarship involving research at the Hillgrove Resources Kanmantoo mine. n Hayden, son of Robert and Anne Arbon, also celebrated his 21st Birthday on April 9th with a party for family and friends at the Two Wells Community Centre. n RIGHT: Hayden is pictured with his parents Robert and Anne, and sister Eleisha.

This term at FLAG our theme is fairy tales, so far this month we have enjoyed The Gingerbread Man with some puppet making and a puppet show and of course decorating gingerbread men biscuits.

This was followed by Goldilocks and the Three Bears and some porridge tasting which some children loved.

On the 24th May we were visited by the librarian Kimberley Hargrave who read the children Jack and the Beanstalk.

The children made our own giant bean stalk and planted bean seeds to take home and watch grow.

FLAG is held every Tuesday morning 9:1511am during school term in the Two Wells Uniting Church Hall. Anyone with children aged 0-5 is welcome to attend.

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NEWS FROM YOUR COMMUNITY

New Arrivals

From Lewiston ward Councillor

With Mark Webb

Duncan Kennington

With the near effective completion of the Lewiston Playground and its frequent use it is an opportune time to remind residents to drive carefully and within the speed limits at all times.

It is particularly courteous if drivers slow down when passing horses being walked or ridden and people walking dogs on the verges of the roads.

I often walk and cycle around Lewiston and in general I am impressed with the courtesy of car drivers.

• Related to the Lewiston playground is the several hectares of community land surrounding it.

At a recent meeting of some interested residents and councillors a vision statement has been begun to make sure that into the future, and as funds become available, the land best serves the needs of present and future Lewistonites There still is time for residents to contact council and councillors to make their views known as to how you would like the land to be used.

Also, when the plan is completed there will be some planting to be done. It is said many hands make light work, or in our case, many spades, so limber up and stay in shape for the big planting when it happens.

•The Animal Management Plan Advisory Committee is up and running again and if people are interested the agendas and minutes are on the DCM web site.

The bylaws are being reviewed as part of the Animal Management Plan under the Dog and Cat Management Act. Community input will be sought prior to any final plans being adopted but it is early days yet.

The four elected members on the committee are Karen McColl, Tom Summerton, Ann Picard and Terry Keen.

Rivers project is an environmental asset for all of us

n Andy and Stacey Gameau of Two Wells, welcomed their first child, Lily Iris, on February 20. Lily was born three-and-a-half weeks early at Burnside Hospital, weighed 5lps 11oz (2.5kg) and was 48cm long. She is the first grandchild of Peter and Alison Pym, and the third granddaughter of Helen and Ian Gameau.

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Alcohol and young people

How to deal with alcohol and proof of age issues for young people, were the main topics at the recent Two Wells Neighbourhood Watch meeting.

Members discussed these topics and have compiled some information for Echo readers to consider.

Legal Issues for under 18s: Acceptable ID: •If it is suspected that you are under 18 and are in or attempting to enter licensed premises, you can be asked for proof of age.

•Acceptable proof of age evidence is a current driver’s licence, Proof of Age card, Keypass card or passport. Maximum penalty for using a false or altered ID - $2500.

What to do in an emergency situation: •If someone is drinking and passes out or becomes unable to speak, call an ambulance. Do not delay, dial 000.

•Police do not attend drug-related medical emergencies unless ambulance officers call for help or a death occurs.

•There is a risk of an unconscious person vomiting and choking to death – turn them on their side in the safety position, make sure their airways are clear, and do not leave them alone.

Help and More Info: Alcohol & Drug Information Service1300 13 1340 (confidential info & advice) www.alcohol. gov.au A Neighbourhood Watch meeting was held on Tuesday night, June 7. This was a combined meeting with Mallala Neighbourhood Watch in the Mallala Museum Schoolroom.

Next Neighbourhood Watch meeting is on Tuesday July 12 at 7-30pm at Two Wells Community RSL. All welcome.

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n Ashlyn Rose Wearn was born to Andrew and Neralie Wearn at Lyell McEwin Hospital on April 14. Ashlyn weighed 7lps 2oz (3.2kg) and was 50cm in length. She is the fifth grandchild of Chris and Venita Rowan, and the third grandchild of John Wearn and Janet Turner.

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Training continues

Call numbers have been slightly lower over the past couple of months, which is always a good thing.

However, this doesn’t mean we should become complacent.

Although the onset of winter generally reduces the call-outs for fire related incidents, it often brings greater numbers of calls for vehicle accidents.

Remember to allow for the weather conditions, and slow down when visibility is reduced and roads are wet.

• Training in various areas continues to be undertaken by our

By Lorraine Sullivan volunteers, ensuring we are always as well prepared for all eventualities as we can be.

• As always, I invite you to join us on a Monday evening (1930 - 2130), and become a CFS volunteer.

Being a volunteer of any sort is a great way to give back to your community – it is very rewarding, and lifetime friends can be found amongst the good people of the Two Wells CFS brigade. Until next month, take care and be safe

RECENTLY I was guest speaker for Volunteer Week, representing Two Wells Lewiston & Districts Landcare Group.

This event was hosted by the Adelaide Mount Lofty Ranges Natural Resource Management Board (AMLRNRMB).

The day’s activities started with a walk and talk around Dead Man’s Pass (pictured below) with members of the Gawler Environment and Heritage Association (GEHA), giving the many volunteers an over view of the work being done within the river corridor, followed by a get together with some of the community based environmental volunteers at the Elderly Centre in Gawler.

This was a great opportunity to showcase some of the projects our landcare group and community volunteers have archieved within our region and to hear some of the fantastic projects around the northern area through the efforts of some of these groups.

Gawler Regional Rivers project is one such project, with help from a $3million grant from the Federal government’s Better Regions program.

This has enabled a joint venture between the AMLRNRMB, Gawler council and GEHA to work in partnership in the construction of a shared walking and cycling paths and rehabilitation works (removal of pest plants, soil stabilization activities and revegetation projects).

These paths enable easy access to the riparian eco-system (riparian zone is an Eco-system outlined by the vegetation that is visible along the river system) within Dead Man’s Pass and view some remnant communities within this park, for example the setting of the South Para river corridor.

The South Para river meanders through Gawler linking up with the North Para river at the river junction which is located roughly behind Gawler recreation centre.

It becomes the Gawler River, continuing its course across the Adelaide Plains and out to sea at Port Gawler.

This river plays a pivotal role within our district – as it does within all the other regions that its boundary encompass .

The Gawler River System is an unbroken corridor of remnant vegetation and is a unique eco system which provides habitats for native fauna, birds, reptiles, and fish to safely travel throughout the Gawler River corridor.

All depend on a healthy river system At the river crossing on Heaslip road (Dawkins Memorial) people can have access to the river but unfortunately these kind of access points to the river are limited beyond this point.

Most of us have fond memories of going down to the local creek or wetlands, but for these opportunities to continue, we must ensure these places are accessible to all.

What the Gawler Regional Rivers project demonstrates is that in order to implement some of the abovementioned projects, accessibility is a must as it encourages us all to view our environment as it should be.

The Gawler River system is a land mark that can be viewed by all and I believe the Gawler Regional Rivers project is one of our environmental assets.

So next time you’re in Gawler take some time and visit Dead Man’s Pass, as this is one reserve that demonstrates the partnerships of community groups, local and Federal government .

Working together, we can all make a difference to our environment but sometimes we have to see it in its natural state first.

This is what this project achieves.

For more information on this project contact Gawler Natural Resource Centre on 8523 7700 or email river@gawler.sa.gov.au Two Wells Echo, June, 2011

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Just add water – and fish!

FROm farmed fish come vegetables.

This Lewiston project builds reputation in ‘aquaponics’ T NEWSfeature echo reporter

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commercialcourse focusing on the use of a sustainable aquaponic system could save many farms from closure, according to its designer.

On a small property in Lewiston, aquaculture researcher and certified trainer Andrew Dezsery, along with business partner and production manager Gavin Smith, have managed to create the ultimate self-sufficient entity.

It is a reliable cyclic system that keeps on returning in each of its specific areas – horticulture and aquaculture – and has the potential to incorporate other agriculture areas, including animal farming, too.

After securing funding from the South Australian Government Community Grants for Natural Resources Management, Mr Dezsery said the past month had seen him undertake a variety of commercial courses in this field.

Mr Dezsery said he had been leading aquaponics courses for the ‘mum and dad’ type gardener for the past six years and recently secured the backing of The Loxton to Bookpernong Local Action Planning Committee to continue these courses at a commercial level in the Riverland area.

Mr Dezsery comes from a 22-year background in the aquaculture industry and has lectured at Flinders University for years.

He is a man with a vision for a sustainable future; a future dedicated to utilising what nature has without disturbing its natural balance.

“There are better ways of farming, without having to break away from nature’s design,” Mr Dezsery said.

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Andrew Dezsery checks silver perch.

“What’s really exciting for the South Australian region is we are now seeing a movement towards forward thinking farmers who know we need to change our methods of production.

“It is now that we will see some really interesting things come out of this first group of trainees (and) this may well save some of these farmers from losing the shirts off their backs by giving them a chance to understand and develop small footprint sustainable cash crops of foods that people actually want to buy because

Andrew inspects vegetables. of their quality, the methods of sustainability and production and that they are locally produced by their own community identities.”

The research farm aquaponic system incorporates water which is pumped from large holding tanks that house thousands of silver perch fish to the hydroponically

grown vegetables growing in chanels and cups. The fish feed on a special organic meal and the waste they create goes back into the water, which is then used to water and fertilise the vegetables.

Mr Dezsery maintains high water quality by incorporating a number of natural indicators, including utilising the filter qualities of the freshwater mussel.

“That’s our ‘canary in a coal mine’ if you like,” he said.

“It’s a natural monitoring system for any toxins.”

Interest in the aquaponics industry is growing rapidly, Mr Dezsery said, with hundreds of visitors to the research farm each year.

Peter Rudge of Darwin is one such visitor.

Mr Rudge said he was a tree lopper by trade but was an avid home gardener and heard about the aquaponics system while he was in Gawler recently.

“I was running through the local hydro (hydroponics) shop here,” he said.

“It was pretty hard to find someone with any knowledge of this sort of thing.

“The beauty of this is that you could shrink it down to any size, to fit almost anywhere really.”

Mr Rudge is looking to set up his own home aquaponics system, albeit on a smaller scale.

Mr Dezsery runs aquaponics courses regularly throughout the year.

If you are interested in attending one of these courses contact Andrew Dezsery on 0412 477 036.

Gavin Smith (left) talks to Peter Rudge, of Darwin, about the aquaponics system

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The Catcher catches cash

By Peter Argent

As “The Catcher” saluted the judges in the third at Clare Races on Easter Sunday, April 24, a diverse group of mates enjoyed that special euphoria of owning a thoroughbred winner.

This is the same type of exhilaration; some of the richest men in Australian like John Singleton and Tony Santic hanker for.

The win was collected by a group of interesting and diverse rural characters, including a number from the local district.

Members of the eight person syndicate that owns “The Catcher” include Mallala police officer Peter Bruggeman, a mechanic from Two Wells, Doug Richardson, Peter Dunstan (a BLG football umpire) from Gawler, another police officer Allan Ball, also from Gawler, a farmer from Mallala Andrew Griffiths, now retired and former Gawler person Andrew Jeffery and two chaps from the South East.

They are Glen Hamlyn, a stock agent from Naracoorte and Jim Munro, a farmer in the same area.

“All of us have shared an interest in thoroughbred racing,” spokesman for the group, Bruggeman said.

“We bought this horse in the 2009 yearling sales at Morphettville.

“There were about 20 in the catalogue that we had marked which had the physical attributes and we also sought the advice of Toby Ryan, a veterinarian from Gawler.

“The group paid $24,000 for the ‘The Catcher’, and each holds an even share.”

This horse, a brown gelding, is out of “Chasing Butterflys” and “Falvelon”.

Ryan’s wife Lisa, a trainer from Roseworthy, was given the job of

Help club celebrate 100 years

n The Catcher in full stride over the last 100 meters during its win at Clare recently and above with the winning connections. PICTURES: Atkins Photography. contact@atkinsphotography.com.au looking after the horse and readying it for races.

With Matthew Nielson on board at 56 kg in its sixth start, “The Catcher” won by four length, collecting a $5400 purse.

On a dead track, over a distance of 1100metres “The Catcher” secured this three-year-old Maiden Plate at the Clare race course.

Starting from barrier nine, in an 11 horse race, the winner was followed home by “Twilight Dancer” and “Just Call Me Bob”.

The Clare races are an annual rural picnic race meeting, always held over the Easter weekend.

“It is a special feeling, seeing your horse pass the post first,” Bruggeman continued. “The feeling is like win-

ning a grand final in football, sheer elation and rapture.

“Four of our group were at the Clare races, but I watched it from the Coobowie pub on Yorke Peninsula, getting plenty of ribbing from the locals in the establishment.

“I’ve always believed that jockeys are among the toughest sportsmen ever.

“Our trainer, Lisa Ryan, also deserves plenty of credit, having a tough job of pleasing eight different owners and engineering this win.”

The Catcher had been gaining momentum going into this event, as at its previous start, on March 30, in race two at the Balakalava meeting it collected a commendable third place.

With his tongue firmly entrenched in his cheek, Bruggeman quipped the horse “won easy, by about four lengths- it smashed ‘em.”

They did get some fair odds of 7/1 at the bookmakers too.

Two Wells Primary School SAPSASA athletics representatives are Alannah Williams, Luke Barnett, Noah Barnett (football) and Michael McFarlane.

This year marks 100 years of football for the Two Wells Football Club and the club is set to celebrate on July 16.

Past and present players, coaches, umpires, trainers and supporters are encouraged to go along and share in this special milestone.

There will be a host of things happening throughout the day including a delicious afternoon tea at the clubrooms, memorabilia stands with photographs of past teams, players and coaches, and a two-course dinner at the Community Centre that night.

With full bar facilities, music and local identity John Dawkins as MC, the night is sure to be an enjoyable evening filled with fun memories, lots of laughter and good food.

A powerpoint presentation of old photos will run throughout the dinner and an ‘on the couch’ segment is bound to keep people entertained.

The club also has a range of merchandise on offer to help celebrate the day including stubby holders, photo CDs and a centenary red wine by Wild Fox. So get in early and buy your $25 ticket at the football clubrooms or by contacting Tiffany Gameau on 0407 604 913 or Yolanda Cannizzaro 0408 835 331.

And be sure to spread the word so that we can all share in the success, both past and present, of this proud club.

n Football club social calendar

Our young athletes in top form Four Two Wells Primary School students recently competed at the Country Athletics Championships held at Santos Stadium.

After strong performances at the Gawler District Athletics Day at Trinity College earlier in the month, they were selected to represent the Gawler and District SAPSASA Athletics team at the May 16 cham-

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pionships. Year 7 student Alannah Williams competed in the 12-yearold girls 4x100 metre relay and the 200 metre sprint.

Alannah finished eighth in her 200 metre heat and eighth in the final. Gawler finished first in the 12-year-old girls 4x100 metre relay.

Year 5 student Luke Barnett competed in the 10-year-old boys

100 metre sprint, 200 metre sprint and the 4x100 metre relay.

Luke finished 14th in his 100 metre heat and 11th in his 200 metre heat.

Gawler finished sixth in the 10-year-old boys 4x100 metre relay.

Fellow Year 5 student Michael McFarlane competed in the 11-yearold boys long jump and finished

16th in this event. A South Australian team will be selected from the metro and country events, with this year’s interstate Athletics Track and Field Exchange being held in Bendigo from November 28 to December 2.

Year 7 student Noah Barnett will represent the school in SAPSASA football later in the year.

June 18: MOCK WEDDING Flash back to the 80s with this fun twist on the traditional wedding July 16: Two Wells Football Club 100 year centenary celebration day. Special day. Special night.

July 24: Barossa winery trip.

Fun and relaxing.

AUGUST 13: Progressive dinner Follow the trail for entree, mains and desert September 3: Association dinner & prelim final September 10: GRAND FINAL September 16: REDLOW

n Ladies golf

On May 31 the final of the Laurel Wreath Match Play was contested between Tine Perry and Julie Holland. Tine won 6/4. Also on that day Tine won the 1st round of the Silver Spoon competition with 69 nett, r/up was Judi Frost with 72 nett. Kathy Stubing won the 1st round of the Jenny Rowe Putting with 27 putts.

Long Drive: Judi Frost on 9; NTP’s: Julie Holland on 12, Kathy Stubing on 11. The Monthly Voucher was won by Kathy Stubing.”

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Speak up on Hickinbotham housing development As a concerned resident, I along with many others attended the Hickinbotham community “placemaking” meeting in Two Wells last Wednesday, June 1.

If you were at that meeting, I ask you to seriously consider what really happened.

The representative asked the meeting “What would they like to see in the new housing subdivision?”

People came up with ideas like parks, gardens, walkways, wide roads,

reticulated water and the like. All great ideas!

However, they also mentioned shopping, education, health care, civic amenities, aged care facilities etc.

Hang on! Aren’t these the things we want to retain in the existing town.

The representative kept saying the meeting was about the new subdivision not the existing town development.

By telling the developer we want them in the new subdivision aren’t we advocating a

new town, the last thing we want. Based on the recent council survey, more than 70per cent wanted to retain the shopping development in the existing town.

We want a new housing development not a new town.

We want extended shopping etc in the existing township.

If you feel the same as I do, make your voice heard before it is too late.

Bob Dyer, concerned resident, Two Wells.

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Expressions of Interest

Membership of New s41 Committees

Two Wells one day event

Council has recently reviewed its s41 Committee structure which has involved the establishment of four (4) new Committees that will play a key role in identifying the key strategic initiatives required for Council to achieve its Vision.

Rubble Cartage & Associated Services Contract

Lucy Smith riding Bridgette in the dressage (left) and Sharna Betts riding Missy in the grade 5 Cross Country, above.

On the 15th of May the Two Wells Equestrian and Pony Club held a Closed One Day Event.

Due to the size of our grounds we are unable to hold a proper open event, so instead we had a Closed event.

This was only open to TWEPC members and catered for all levels.

We had led pole on the ground, open pole on the ground, Gr 5 (50cm) and Gr 4 (65cm) showjumping.

There where 23 riders in total. They all had heaps of fun and learnt a lot about how a One Day Event works.

Results are as follows: Led; 1st: Connor Roe riding Abbey. 2nd: Jacob Paul riding Merlin. 3rd: Amelia Paul riding Flash.

4th: Lucy Smith riding Bridgette.

Pole on the ground; 1st: Alannah Williams riding Silver. 2nd Kayla Shipton Burns riding Emily. 3rd: Debbie Burns riding Hybarbaree Bravado. 4th Shania Shipton Burns riding Shelley.

Grade 5; 1st: Michelle Sterling riding Guest A Lethal. 2nd: Michelle Sterling riding Tunamara Gatifah. 3rd: Haley Hanns riding Goobe.

4th: Alyssa Betts Rid-

ing Sudden Encounter.

5th: Sharna Betts riding Missy. 6th: Alison Gray riding Chiara Minx.

Grade 4; 1st: Tayla Howell riding MEC Gameshow. 2nd: Chelsea Jordan riding Molly. 3rd: Veronica Betts riding Russian Roulette.

Make sure you get your entries in for our EA Affiliated Showjumping and Derby day on 11th June – entry forms and details are on our website – www.twepc.com.au.

This site also has information and contacts for our club.

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The new Committees are: • Economic Development Advisory

Committee • Community Development & Advisory

Committee • Facilities & Infrastructure Advisory

Committee • Environmental Management Advisory

Committee

Council invites tender submissions from suitably qualified companies or individuals for the provision of rubble carting services to the District Council of Mallala from July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2013.

A Rubble Cartage and Associated Services Contract can be obtained by contacting the Infrastructure and Engineering Service Offices on (08) 8527 2196, by visiting Council website www.mallala.sa.gov.au or by download from the SA Tenders and Contracts website www. tenders.sa.gov.au.

Interested community members who can contribute to the objectives of the Committees are encouraged to obtain a copy of the Terms of Reference for the Committees and apply by completing an Application Form. Application forms and Terms of Reference will be available from Wednesday, 1 June 2011 and can be accessed from Council’s website www.mallala. sa.gov.au or collected from the following locations: • Council Offices at 2a Wasleys Road,

Mallala and 69 Old Port Wakefield Road, Two Wells • Two Wells Library

Specific enquiries should be directed to:

Keith Earl,

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(08) 8527 2196, 0417 862 541

or via email on keith.earl@mallala.sa.gov.au.

Tender submissions, marked “Confidential – Rubble Cartage and Associated Services Contract”, are to be submitted by 5pm Friday June 24, 2011 to:

Chief Executive Officer

District Council of Mallala

PO Box 18

MALLALA SA 5502

Email info@mallala.sa.gov.au.

Charles Mansueto Chief Executive Officer

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n Diane Stanley and Loretta Wilmshurst, who was the highest bidder at the player’s auction with $1700. n TAKING a break at the Two Wells Football and Netball Club player’s auction are (from left) Tanya Kent, John Dawkins, Neil Bowden, Mark Thompson and Neville Seccafien.

Two Wells sporting teams go under the...

HAMMER! The annual Two Wells Football and Netball Club Player’s Auction was held on May 14 with much fun and fast bidding.

Groups of three, consisting of two footballers and one netballer, were auctioned off to the highest bidder.

The lucky buyer will hopefully reap the rewards at the end of the season if the players in their group have polled well in the weekly best players awards.

Local Raine and Horne Real Estate agent Neil Bowden (left) was once again auctioneer and kept the bidding fast and entertaining.

n (LEFT) Working behind the bar to keep everyone happy were Andrew Goss and Di Hondow. n (BELOW) Keen bidders at the auction were Jacinta Leighton and Dale Bywaters.

n Stephanie Walker, Lachlan Franklin and Aaron Slater were bought by J. Dobbin for $300.

Some puzzling outfits as players show their true colours

n (ABOVE) Showing some style at the Rubik’s cube party are (from left) Steph Agnello, Maddy Seccafien, Megan Hatch and Rhiannon Wendland while (RIGHT) Heidi Bergen and Bec Pool also dressed up.

n SHOWING the girls how it is done are Travis Wake and Ned Seccafien at the Two Wells Football and Netball Club Rubik’s cube party.

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On May 7 members participated in a Rubik’s Cube party, where they came dressed in a collection of the six colours of the 80s hit toy the Rubik’s cube.

Wearing an assortment of bangles, amusement glasses, belts, tops, shorts, headbands, tights, kneehigh socks, singlets, leg warmers, scarves and even the odd construction safety vest and hard-hat, it was a colourful evening.

The aim of the event was to be dressed solely in one colour by the end of the night.

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Munno Para

Blakeview Medical Centre 8 Main North Rd

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Balaklava

Balaklava Hospital 4 War Memorial Drv

8250 7555

16 www.twowellsecho.com.au

Salisbury North

Salisbury Hearing Clinic 129 Whites Rd

Ope Mon n 9am-5-Fri pm

Consulting at over 60 clinics www.digitalhearing.com.au Two Wells Echo, June 2011