2016 October Echo

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Two Wells & Districts

October 2016

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Getting a kick out of chipping in Thousands of donated soccer boots will be heading overseas from a locally driven initiative to provide sporting equipment to less fortunate areas.

Simon Moenda, Juliet Tripodi and Mwinyi (Ben) Malisawa with some of the many soccer boots donated. FULL STORY Page 8. PHOTO: BEC O’BRIEN

Flood Zone: P2

Council’s new name: P3

At the launch of the new Adelaide Plains Council name and logo are (from left) APC deputy mayor, Marcus Strudwicke CEO, James Miller, mayor, Tony Flaherty, Local Government Minister, Geoff Brock, and Member for Goyder, Steven Griffiths.

agents for action Virginia community group seeking help from local residents

Bec O’Brien reports:

The Virginia Residents Action Group (VRAG) is alive and kicking but its “few on the ground” members need your support to make a positive difference in the community they love.

This month the group - who around 15 years ago rallied support and helped garner funds for the construction of the town’s community centre at the oval precinct – will hold its annual general meeting.

Leading the charge is long-time member and Virginia boy at heart, Adrian Marshall. n Continued Page 24

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ABOVE: Volunteers busily filling sandbags at Two Wells on Friday.

Max Bywaters, Anthony Cavallaro, and Lauren Bywaters, load sand bags on Friday night.

PHOTOS: BEC O’BRIEN & ETHAN ALLEN

Kai-Leigh and Brodie McColl help load sandbags at Two Wells.

Protecting the community

It has been a Herculian effort and it’s not done yet.

Walking into “base camp” at the Two Wells Oval at 10pm on Friday night was an eyeopening, uplifting and inspiring experience.

Mobile industrial light towers lit up the car park behind the football clubrooms and people were everywhere.

Piles of sand were being quickly whittled down, with the trucks and fork lifts signalling their coming and going with a loud ‘beep, beep, beep, of the reversing gear.

Local residents rubbed shoulders with CFS and SES volunteers from across the Adelaide Plains as well as from far afield as Macclesfield and Meadows.

Members of the Army’s 7RAR Platoon were strong on the ground too.

If it wasn’t for the uniforms, biting cold and perimeter of darkness just a few feet away, you could be forgiven for thinking you’d stumbled into a busy worksite going about its daily business.

However, the quiet sense of urgency was ever-present as trailers, trucks and utes were loaded with sandbag after sandbag.

Neighbour helped neighbour.

Strangers helped strangers.

And everybody pitched in with a steady determination and strength that would keep many of them there for hours.

Some had been there all day, driving trucks or forklifts, shovelling sand into yet another bag and many had left their own properties potentially under risk of flooding to do so.

Helping to feed and “re-fuel” all these volunteers was yet another “army” of volunteers.

Working in the kitchen was members of the local Country Women’s Association, Adelaide Plains Council and Two Wells Scout Group.

These volunteers were working no less

Adelaide Plains Council councillor Karen McColl with Janine Harding and Sarah Davenport.

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tirelessly or selflessly than those outside, and were joined by many more residents who turned up for an hour or two here and there to help wherever and in whatever way they could.

While most people I spoke to were unsure of exactly the extent of the rising floodwaters, everyone was erring on the side of caution and crossing their fingers they didn’t need the sandbags they had come to collect or help fill.

Dave Brown who lives on Dawkins Road in Lewiston, was one of these people.

Dave’s 4x6 trailer was loaded with sandbags, with neighbours Michael and Ryan Herbst pitching in to lend a hand.

This sense of friendship and community spirit was amazing.

As was the generosity of local businesses, with Patchis Pizzas delivering yet another half dozen or so pizzas to feed the volunteers as they closed up for the night.

And they weren’t the only businesses to pitch in with many telling me of the generosity of the IGA store, the bakery and the local hotel helping out too.

People across the Plains wanted to help in whatever way they could.

Some residents baked cakes or cooked scones, others dropped off packets of chips and lollies.

Many more came just to load sandbags or shovel sand.

It really was a massive collection of people with a common purpose and goal working together to save homes, properties and businesses.

You have all left me in awe.

Let’s hope this time Mother Nature doesn’t have the last laugh.

Andrew Wearn and Cornelius Daniele working hard filling sandbags on Friday.

Tanya Leach preparing food to distribute to hungry volunteers working in the area.

Sharing the love were Kelly, Nigel and Jasmine Phillips of Patchis Pizza in Two Wells, who donated more than 25 pizzas to the CFS, SES, army and other volunteers who helped fill sand bags on Friday night.

Bravo Company 7RAR privates Scott Adams, Tom Boyd and Harrison King.

Two Wells CFS volunteer Shaun O’Brien works the forklift late on Friday night.

Member for Taylor, Leesa Vlahos (right), delivering some finger buns to volunteers from the local Scouts.

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Adelaide Plains Council members, (from left) Joe Daniele, Mel Lawrence, Eddie Stubing, Terry-Anne Keen, CEO James Miller, Karen McColl, mayor Tony Flaherty and deputy mayor, Marcus Strudwicke.

ABSENT: Steve Jones and Anne Picard.

The Two Wells Community Centre looked fantastic for the event.

Plains name change a new era for council

THE District Council of Mallala name was left to the annals of history last week as the local government entity officially took on its new name, Adelaide Plains Council (APC), at the Gala Launch at Two Wells on Thursday night.

Along with the new name, APC also unveiled a mildly retouched logo, albeit largely the same as the previous one.

Two Wells Community Centre was filled with a mixture of invited guests, including Members of Parliament, neighbouring council mayors and CEOs, former DCM councillors and mayors, local government employees, staff, and community members.

The fact only a selected group from the ratepaying public has attracted some criticism within the community.

Dublin-based ratepayer, Deidre Skene, contacted the Plains Producer to express her disappointment the launch was not open to the public.

She said the event came at the cost of the ratepayers and should have been enjoyed by all who wished to be part of the historic event, in a similar vein to the annual Australia Day functions.

Still, the event ran without a hitch, as APC CEO, James Miller, welcomed the crowd and provided a brief history of the council.

Both Member for Goyder, Steven Griffiths, and Local Government Minister, Geoff Brock, spoke at the launch, along with Mayor, Tony Flaherty, before Mr Miller unveiled the new name and logo.

“I recognise the importance of taking symbolic actions and this will help encourage collaborative community effort,” Mr Brock said.

“From September 23 onwards, Adelaide Plains Council, not just alphabetically, this council will be at the top of the list for local governments in South Australia,” Mr Griffiths quipped.

Mr Flaherty commended council on its recent direction.

“Twelve months ago, this council was a basket case, it was north versus south, councillor versus councillor, but now the norm in our council is respect, and I think that’s great,” he said.

“Marcus (Strudwicke) made the first step and I congratulate him for that, and now Marcus, James (Miller) and myself make a really good team who run the council.”

Local MLC, John Dawkins, with APC Ratepayers Association, John Lush.

Councillor Joe Daniele with wife,

APC CEO, James Miller, and mayor, Tony Flaherty, in conversation at the gala event.

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Sustainable living learning

Virginia Preschool children from left, Jade, Ava and Elijah, with the NAWMA educational officer.

Proud new Australian citizens, Emily Davenport, John Buckley and Jomar Galin with DCM mayor, Tony Flaherty (right).

Jodie Spano reports: This term we have been continuing to learn about sustainable practices. ’NAWMA’, an educational officer from the Northern Adelaide Waste Management Association, visited the preschool recently and talked to the children about reusing, reducing and recycling waste.

The children have been involved in sorting many types of different waste into the appropriate red, yellow or green bins.

New Australian citizens Three local residents were officially made Australian citizens in September.

At a special District Council of Mallala citizenship ceremony held on Monday September 19, Emily Davenport, John Buckley

Bec O’Brien reports: and Jomar Galin all pledged their allegiance to Australia.

Emily, of Lewiston, has lived

here for the past seven years after immigrating from the United Kingdom, while Jomar, arrived from the Philippines in 2009.

John, of Pt Gawler has been a long-time Australian resident, migrating from the United Kingdom

way back in 1972.

DCM mayor, Tony Flaherty, conducted the citizenship ceremony and presented the trio with certificates and a gift bag.

Congratulations to you all.

Aussie, Aussie, Aussie, Oi, Oi, Oi!

Get thinking of great community servants

Nominations are now open for the 2017 Australia Day Awards.

The awards recognise individuals and organisations who have made a noteworthy contribution during the current year, and/or have given outstanding service over a number of years to their local communities.

Citizen and Young Citizen of the Year awards are predominately run by local governments in each state.

To be eligible for these awards, you must be an Australian citizen, be an inspirational role model for the Australian community, and have made a significant contribution to the community.

An additional condition for Young Citizen of the Year is you must be aged under 30 as of January 2017.

Nominations are assessed by a local selection committee and/or councillors, with awards presented at official Australia Day ceremonies in each council area.

During the selection process for the awards, consideration is given not only to the nominee’s achievements in 2016, but their past achievements and ongoing contribution to the com-

munity.

Community Event of the Year award will be presented to a person/ group who has staged the most outstanding community event during 2016.

Selection criteria includes the quality of the event and contribution to the community.

Last year, the recipient of District Council of Mallala’s Community Event of the Year was the South Australian Country Fire Service, with representatives from Two Wells, Mallala and Dublin CFS brigades accepting the award on behalf of the CFS. The award acknowledged and reinforced the strength of community spirit in the district as the SA Country Fire Service was honoured for its efforts during the devastating Pinery bushfire in November 2015.

A moving and emotional address was given to the crowd by Two Wells brigade captain, Adam Harris, Dublin brigade captain, Rosemary McDonnell, and CFS Light Group officer, Phillip Earl.

Some councils have other awards particular to their area, such as Community Project of the Year.

Accepting the award for Community Group of the Year on behalf of the South Australian CFS were Marcus Vonzieden, Adam Harris and Rosemary McDonnell with former mayor, Marcus Strudwicke.

District Council of Mallala’s Community Project of the Year was awarded to Dublin History Group for its Dublin Schlodder Shelter upgrade.

Nominations for all awards are open now until November 18, with

relevant forms for each Council region placed on its website (see details below), or you can nominate Citizen of the Year by going to its website www.citizenoftheyear. com.au

To reward and recognise an individual or community group for their important contribution, and who makes a real difference in your community, make sure you nominate them before it’s too late.

WHO MAKES A REAL DIFFERENCE IN YOUR COMMUNITY? Young Citizen of the Year Presented to the most outstanding Young Citizen Citizen of the Year Presented to the most outstanding citizen Community Event of the Year Presented to the person or group who have staged the most outstanding community event during the year Community Group of the Year Award: Presented to the group who have made a significant or beneficial contribution to the community during the year Community Project of the Year Award: For projects staged and or completed in during the previous year and held entirely or predominantly in the Adelaide Plains Council Area that has benefited the community.

Nominations are now open for the 2017 Australia Day awards For further information contact:

Adelaide Plains Council Phone: 8527 0200 Website: apc.sa.gov.au Closing date for nominations, 5pm Nov 18, 2016

Nomination forms are available online at www.apc.sa.gov.au or at: Adelaide Plains Council Office, 2a Wasleys Rd, Mallala Two Wells Service Centre, 69 Old Pt Wakefield Rd Two Wells or can be lodged online at www.citizenoftheyear.com.au

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Sixty Lights: Loved by some, loathed by others Each month the Two Wells Book Club will bring you a review of the book that had been read by the group the previous month.

The Book Club meets once a month at the Two Wells Library.

We hope you to provide you with an opportunity to engage with some books that you might never have thought to pick up and read.

This month’s book was ‘Sixty Lights’ by Gail Jones and had book club members divided about how enjoyable the read actually was.

Sixty Lights is the story of Lucy Strange, an independent girl growing up in the Victorian world.

From her childhood in Australia through to her adolescence in England and Bombay and finally to London, Lucy is fascinated by light and by the new photographic technology.

Set around 60 moments, Gail Jones tells a powerful story of love, despair, loss and grief.

The story begins with a death, the main character Lucy and her brother Thomas are orphaned, and ends with a tragic death.

It is a depressing, rather than uplifting, tale of a young woman in Victorian times; however, it is without doubt a powerful insight into life for women during this period.

Jones is the Professor of Writing at the University of Western Sydney, and so it is not surprising that she has composed a layered, intricate piece that spans generations and crosses continents.

This is a book for readers who love language, all book club members agreeing that the writing is confident and finely woven.

However, some found the story and characters quite gloomy and did not leave them feeling upbeat once the last page had been read, “there is a lot of dying in this novel”, remarked one member.

Next month’s book is ‘The Secret River’ by Kate Grenville.

Congrats to council on its new era

By Bev Smith-Trim TWRAT President The Two Wells Regional Action Team congratulates the Adelaide Plains Council on its inauguration and wishes great success in the challenges facing this region in the years ahead.

Following the great news of the receipt of a grant for the provision of a pontoon at Port Gawler, the TWRAT has now paid the first of the bills to get this project in motion.

Watch the Echo for future information on the progress.

Many letters of support have been received with the proposal for a Skate Park in Two Wells.

Do you think this would be an asset and help keep our youth occupied?

Send your thoughts to “Skate Park Committee” c/o TWRAT PO Box 573, Two Wells 5501 or attend our meetings on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm in the Hall of the Two Wells Catholic Church.

Plans for the 2016 Christmas Parade are progressing well.

Friday December 16 is the date - put it in your diary now.

Our special guest has agreed to attend and is really looking forward to sharing with us on the night.

Can you guess who he/she is?

Stall-holder forms and Parade Participation Registration forms are all available at the Craft Shop which is open from Tuesday - Friday 9.30am – 4pm, and Saturday 9.30am – 1pm.

Alternatively you may email pacapark2@bigpond. com for forms to be emailed to you.

The Annual General Meeting of the Regional Action Team is to be held on Wednesday 19 October 2016 at 7.30pm in the hall of the Two Wells Catholic Church.

We look forward to some new faces coming along to join us and share in the projects we are working on for your community.

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Shorebird sanctuary something to celebrate

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Lionel Miller, Steve Jones and Northern Samphire Coast Green Army Team Jacob Vontoff, Kurt Wakley, Chris Ward and Jack Lawes.

As a land carer there is a lot happening the Aussie Bird Count App, which you can in our region this month and I hope you can download on www.aussiebirdcount.org.au.

Your involvement will provide Australget involved.

If you can’t tell your friends and pass on ians, Australia wide with the opportunity to see what birds live in our region and you these dates.

The Adelaide Shorebirds Festival cel- can see what lives in theirs.

A couple of years ago I was fortunate to ebrates the International Bird Sanctuary and more than 25,000 shorebirds that travel work alongside a number of local residents thousands of kilometres across the world to on the southern walking trail at Thompson our beaches along the top of Gulf St Vincent, Beach. coming from as far away as Russia and Siberia to feed on Two Wells, Lewiston our coastal shores. & Districts These birds will call the InLandcare Group ternational Bird Sanctuary home With Mark Webb for the next couple of months.

The Adelaide Over the years many people have been Shorebirds Festival is a great opportunity for people to come together for a free fam- involved in making this area what it is today, none so more than Lionel Miller. ily day out.

When people work together great things Food, drinks and entertainment will be on offer by local people and groups with can happen and this walking trail is a great an aim to stimulate and support the local example.

The walking trail meanders through a economy.

The Adelaide Shorebirds Festival is all coastal reserve, which offers visitors a unique about getting involved and having fun; experience as you walk through this natural with Kaurna cultural activities, interactive coastal landscape within the Adelaide Interdisplays, bird watching telescope tours national Bird Sanctuary.

To encourage and inform the wider and more.

St Kilda Foreshore, Sunday 30 October community on the importance of these ecosystems, over 700 meters of the walking 10am to 4pm, free tram rides.

Why not park the car at the St Kilda Tram trail within this reserve has been hardened, Museum and ride an historic tram to the allowing easy access for people with mobility scooters and wheel chairs.

Shorebird Festival?

Concrete seating has also been installed Aussie Backyard Bird Count is happening at selected sites so visitors can sit and rest between 17-23 October.

This is a great project that will encourage and watch the many species of local and young and old to learn about the birds that migratory birds that wade and feed on the lagoons or take a break and sit on the bench visit our backyards.

The Aussie Backyard Bird Count is a great and watch the many species of birds that way to experience the fun of a citizen science fossick along the foreshore looking for a feed.

In partnership with BirdLife Australia, project (volunteers collect data for research).

Your contribution to this project will help Adelaide Plains Council, and the NRM everyone learn more about the birds that Board, new interpretive signage has been provided and installed by Lionel, Steve Jones call our backyards home.

All you need is 20 minutes, a backyard, and Northern Samphire Coast Green Army reserve or school oval where you can record Team throughout the reserve providing visitors with a unique insight into the life the birds you see. of the plants and animals that depend on This is a fantastic school project.

You don’t have to be an expert, just this coastal ecosystem.

This reserve is a must to visit and the best record the birds you know and for those you are unsure of you can look them up on thing is, it is right on our doorstep.

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STEVEN GRIFFITHS MP Member for Goyder

A GOYDER UPDATE Concerns raised in recent weeks have included the solar feed-in tariff reductions for some households; rising power prices; the doubling of the Waste levy; impacts of rising labour costs, skills shortages and taxation burdens on regional businesses; the Voluntary Euthanasia Bill 2016; the Punters Tax; roads maintenance; and the proposed electoral boundary changes.

The decision to invest $32 million to construct a roundabout at the junction of the Yorke and Copper Coast highways, new overtaking lanes, shoulder sealing, intersection upgrades, bridge widening at Port Clinton and safety improvements on Yorke Highway north of Ardrossan was a great announcement, and I have personally thanked Minister Mullighan.

However, the roundabout design is causing concern. So, with the local councils I will be meeting with Minister Mullighan and senior DPTI staff before the end of September to ensure that what is constructed will ensure traffic movement works in all directions.

Of the proposed State electoral boundary reform, if the recommendations are finalised the changes for Goyder will be significant.

Boundary changes always come with mixed emotions as the honour of representing a community means you are attached to it and get to know the people and issues. I would welcome the inclusion of Port Broughton, Bute, Lochiel and Snowtown but regret the loss of Hamley Bridge and Owen.

Of the name change to Narungga, this was not something I expected but I do respect that the names of electorates should reflect the history of an area or the people who have made a significant impact on South Australia.

The August winter break from Parliament is always welcome as it provides me increased opportunities to meet with constituents and attend community events and functions.

Activities last week included the Port Wakefield, Kadina and Yorketown consultation sessions on the nuclear debate; a Listening Post at Wallaroo; speaking at the opening of the new Joan Zacher Memorial Visitor Centre at the Balaklava Museum; and meetings with the YP Alliance local government group, Moonta residents about policing, and Point Turton residents about coastal erosion.

I was pleased to meet with Minister for Police, Road Safety, Emergency Services and Correctional Services Peter Malinauskas MLC in the Maitland office on 17 August.

Issues discussed included the re-opening of the Moonta Police station, the Pinery Fire communications, and the introduction of the permit system to allow oversize agricultural machinery night movement on public roads.

In Grants news, the popular Rural and Regional Renewal program has opened again (to close 7 October), offering up to $5,000 for small rural not-for-profit groups to undertake local projects (and please remember I am happy to provide letters of support for any applications).

Other programs of note currently open are Round 42 of the Active Club (Programs & Equipment) Program (closing 10 October); the Regional Arts Fund; Multicultural SA Grants; and Grants SA’ Volunteer Training Grants and the Volunteer Support Fund.

I also remind applications for the 2016/17 Cost of Living Concession opened on 1 July and will close on 31 October.

Visit www.stevengriffiths.net for more information on all these programs, including application forms and guidelines, or phone the Goyder electorate office for assistance, or to have printed material posted to you.

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In the race for Lewiston

In light of the recent resignation of councillor Tom Summerton of the Adelaide Plains Council (formerly District Council of Mallala), a supplementary election is being held for the Lewiston Ward position. Nominations opened at the end of August and closed on September 8, with four people putting their hand up. Ballot packs have been sent to registered Lewiston residents, with polling day scheduled for Monday October 10. Ballot boxes will be located at both council offices in Two Wells and Mallala and close at 12 noon. Below is a profile of each of the four candidates. BEC O’BRIEN reports. in the past and served as a representative for the Two Wells ward from 2011-2014.

While on council he was voted as deputy Many community groups are taking themayor by his peers. opportunity to apply for grants for various “Councils are changing with the times and by projects, and I have been pleased toworking with local business, horticultural groups provide letters of support to supplementand community groups, we can enrich the quality of life we enjoy on the Adelaide Plains,” Mark said. applications.

“My focus is to remember to serve the local Current programs include the Office forneeds while supporting long term and strategic Recreation and Sport’s Active Club (toplans to ensure a bright and prosperous future assist clubs purchase equipment) and thefor all.

Community Recreation and Sport Facilities “I am enthusiastic about initiatives that are Program (for facility improvements);under way in our district. the ANZAC Day Commemoration Fund “I have a good working knowledge of the leg(great for community groups looking toislations, policies and codes of conduct by which do projects to mark the Centenary ofall elected members must adhere.”

ANZAC (2014-2018 being 100 years since Mark is an avid sailor and is commodore at the Port Adelaide Sailing Club. the First World War); Community Heritage He has been travelling throughout Asia and the Grants (for preserving cultural heritageSouth Pacific in recent times and was interested collections); the Regional Capabilityin viewing how other countries did things.

Community Fund (of interest to local CFS “These last two years have refreshed me; I Margherita 33,Government’shaven’t run out of steam yet,” Mark laughed. groups); and Panella, the Federal Margherita’s family has been in the All Mallala Stronger Communities Program. details “I see this as another opportunity to get back district for the past eight years. are on my website, www.stevengriffiths.netinvolved with people and the community. daughter an Italian orThe phone the of Goyder offimarket ce togardener, have hard “I understand the system, I know how local Margherita was immersed in the horticulture en- government works and I know all the councillors.” copies posted to you. vironment in Virginia from an early age, however Mark is keen to point out that although he Many people are also theAPC timeis applying for the position of ward councillor in 1995 the family purchased 1000taking acres in the district and began and raising to have theirbroadacre say onfarming current issues;for Lewiston he very much has a “whole district” livestock including such as sheep, pigs, goats and cattle. topics nuclear waste storage,approach.

Margherita has qualifications in business, euthanasia, the recreational fishing “I see this as a whole council not just little government and public management, for wards,” he said. review (submission deadline is and 29 April), the past eight years has been working for the Transforming Health, surgery waiting lists, “It is important to focus on the smaller and federal ramps, government. boat mobile phone coverage,little issues but we need to balance that with to nominate as I believe that there support and strategic plans for the district and the“I decided Safe Schools program, the draft needs to be a younger representation on the the area as a whole.”

Environment Protection (Air Quality) council,” she said.

Something very close to Mark’s heart is the Policy 2016, and proposed “I have attended monthly councilchanges meetings tovoice of the “silent majority”. the Minimum Payments sinceContractor 2015 (and) thisDriver encouraged me to represent He believes as a councillor he will endeavour Road Safety and Remuneration Order 2016. the community achieve the best outcome for Ofto put forward the wants, needs and opinions of the latter, local trucking companies and the community as a whole. owner-drivers face significant businessthe few, as well as the many.

“I aim to work with the community by bringing Maintaining Lewiston’s unique lifestyle while imposts if common sense for does a young energetic vibe, with a direction futurenotalso encouraging business growth and investment generations in this community. prevail, and I was pleased to be able tois a balancing act for council, Mark says, and its “I am a very motivated and young support their cause at a hardworking protest rally on thepeople are an “untapped resource”. woman of who likes a challenge and steps Parliament House onwill 23always March. If elected Mark hopes to support the unique listen to people’s issues and provide solutions.” animal husbandry area of Lewiston, where “counOnIfShadow Ministryhopes matters, I continue elected, Margherita to be involved in try living begins in full view of the city lights”, to be long-term kept busy with the Planning council’s strategic management of the Development and are Infrastructure Billforandwhile also exploring opportunities for growth area and believes there many possibilities its many amendments. Ofin the areas of horticulture, business, education growth in the(evolving) district. and health. particular (amongthemany) “Although Iconcern will be representing Lewistonhas ward, if Minister I am elected, I will be a part a bigger been Rau’s push toofhave local picture and willremoved be representing whole comcouncillors fromtheDevelopment munity,” Margherita said.

Assessment Panels.

“My motto is to listen to the community, The believes in the importance workLiberal with theParty community and progress with the of local input in planning decisions that community”. affect local communities and thus we are “We as the elected members are there to keep fi ghting toobjectives legislate allowance of at the council’s andfor policies under review least Elected onand five-member so as toone ensure they areMember appropriate effective.

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“We are there Assessment to keep the councils resource allocation, expenditure, activities and the efI have also this week introduced into ficiency and effectiveness of its service delivery Parliament under review.council rate capping legislation, following the release of theinLiberals’ 2036 “We are there to participate the deliberamanifesto which commits to reducing cost tions and civic activities of the council. ”

of living pressures for South Australians.

Whilst many councils set their rates at pace with CPI rises, others do not (some increasing by up to triple the rate of inflation in the last year).

The Local Government (Rate Increases) Amendment Bill 2016 will protect South Australians from unnecessary council rate hikes by allowing independent regulatorFrank Maiolo, 47, ESCOSA to set allowable rate rises, based Frank has been involved in the community on the cost of provided services. We willhere for most of his life. be seeking feedback on this bill over the First, as a child helping his dad with his market garden business where they grew and sold next two months.

Mark Wasley

Mark Wasley has been a councillor with DCM

tomatoes and cucumbers, and then later, as a family-man himself, establishing a successful cut flower growing and wholesale business with his wife Anna.

Located on Dawkins Road, M& B Flowers is still on the site of his father’s original market garden property.

Frank says he has the community at heart and with two children, Laura, 10, and Alessandro, 7, he is also a family man.

He has played football for Two Wells in the past, helped raise money for the local RSL and also donated funds towards the Two Wells cem-

etery project.

An electrician by trade, Frank is a board member of Hortex, which assists vegetable growers across the state, and is currently vice-president of the Adelaide Produce Market Growers Association “If I get elected I will take on the responsibility to listen to the community with respect and take upon their ideas,” he said.

“I grew up out here.

“It’s been a part of my life for so long, I know the area so well and my business is here.

“I’m the type of person who will listen to someone’s opinion.

“I’ll be their voice.”

Frank believes the council over the past 12 months has really turned itself around and become a better organisation.

He says he’d like to see more growth in the area to help create job opportunities and attract new business to the area but is also mindful of maintaining the appeal of the 2.5-acre block.

“This is the next step up in life for me,” he said.

“I like the competition and I like to achieve things.

“The council has turned around and is getting better, and it will get even better.”

Carmine Di Troia, 52

Carmine was a property developer in the past but comes from a farming background and for the past 15 years has been growing olives at his 40-acre property in Lewiston.

The only candidate to live in the Lewiston ward, Carmine also has a strong interest in horses; breeding, owning and training harness racers for many years.

His childhood was spent in North Adelaide and it was the love of horses that saw him look for land and decide to settle on the Adelaide Plains.

“I’m interested in development but also in keeping Lewiston’s special unique lifestyle,” he said. “It’s very fresh and open space out here (and) this is what we’re trying to preserve, the 2.5 acre blocks that are available here.”

Wife Katerina and daughter Joya, 7, also love the area, however, Carmine believes the council needs to improve its community relations as well as encourage growth if it is to continue to move forward.

“It’s really necessary for the whole area to have some positive growth for the council to thrive,” he said.

“I see this as a challenge (and) I’m there to see if I can help people with things too.

“The challenge that they (council) will be facing is to try to improve their revenue. “They also need to look at being in tune with the community and working together as a whole.

“That’s when things can really happen.”

Of importance to Carmine is the quality of local roads. If elected he says he’d like to see more emphasis placed on maintaining local roads, or even upgrading to sealed roads.

Exploring and improving stormwater issues in the Lewiston area is also something Carmine will hope to address if he is elected.

He would like to open the conversation about whether the area needs or wants a convenience store too. “We have to have the discussion about does Lewiston need or want a convenience store,” he said.

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Your Community

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 & Under, 15 & under, learn basketball in a friendly family atmosphere.

Contact Paul on 0414 248 732.

BOWLING CLUB Whether you are new to lawn bowls or are a seasoned player why not consider joining the Two Wells Club? We field Pennant teams on Thursday for women (match times fit in with school drop off and pickup) Wednesday is Men’s day and Saturday is Open Gender.

Social bowls start in October, this is all about having fun whilst enjoying good company and getting out in the open air. Why not get a group of friends to come along with you?

If you haven’t played lawn bowls before there will be someone available to show you how to play.

We will provide the bowls, and for $5 a night you can learn a new skill.

Contact Bev Molloy Phone: 0427 970 865.

The Clubrooms at Old Pt Wakefield Road are available for hire and have bar facilities.

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.

Children’s centre Two Wells Community Children’s Centre, 27a Gawler Road, Two Wells. Community-based, 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 and Pre-Entry. Qualified, 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 8520 2358.

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 October 2 10am November 6 10am December 4 Contact: Nita Noble 8527 2303 St Paul’s Two Wells 10am October 9, 16, 23 & 30 10am November 13, 20 & 27 Contact: Di Meaney 8520 2308.

Priest: Fr Bart O’Donovan (08) 7510 1148.

Two Wells / Virginia Catholic Church invites residents to attend its weekly services. Held at St Josephs, Two Wells 8.30am or Our Lady of the Assumption, Virginia 10am. All are welcome. Parish Priest: Fr Pham Anh Hao (08) 8380 9029.

Two Wells Uniting Church, Gawler Road. Services are held every Sunday from 10.30am, including Sunday School for the children.

All welcome Two Wells Lutheran Church, services contact Salisbury office 8281 2976 for further info.

Community bus Community Bus, return trip to Elizabeth City Shopping Centre, Only $5 return (kids free), Next bus: October 21, 2016. 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 Library

CommuniTY Public Library, Located in the Institute. Hours: MondaysClosed, Tuesday & Thursday 9:30am to 5pm, Wednesday – 1pm to 7pm, Friday – 9:30am to 3pm, Sat – 9am to 11am, Ph 8520 2100.

Community centre

TWO Wells Community Centre, Available for hire for weddings, special occasions, seminars, conventions. Seats up to 200, large kitchen & bar, Contact: Lance Morgan 0407 796 195 for more information.

Equestrian & Pony club

The Adelaide Plains Equestrian club holds riding and horse-related events on the 4th Sunday of each month. Riders of all ages and abilities welcome. Visit the club’s website at www.freeteams.com/ APEC and check out what’s coming up or for more information contact Sam on 0408 455 677.

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.

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Families Learning and 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 Friday in begining of school term 2, Uniting Church Hall, Gawler Road. For more information please contact Tanya Wilson 0438 202 840, Narelle Copley 0439 837 099, Colleen Sheedy-Palethorpe 0417 899 968.

Karate

Virginia Karate. New kids beginner

course starting February 22 for kids 5-12 years old. Register your interest by contacting Matt on 0404 125 845

landcare 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.

Lions Club - Angle Vale the Lions club of Angle Vale holds their meetings on the 2nd & 4th Wed at the Clubrooms Gabriella Court, Angle Vale, 6.30pm start.

New members always welcome for more info please call 0416 452 925.

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.

Mallala Foreshore Advisory Committee

Mallala Foreshore Advisory Committee meets the second Tuesday of every month except January at 7pm in the Old Council Chamber in Two Wells. New members welcome. Contact Barb Reid on 0407 798 285 for further info.

Neighbourhood watch Neighbourhood Watch meeting held every second Tuesday in the month (except January) at 7.30pm in the Two Wells Community RSL, Main Street of Two Wells. For more information contact Dave Body on 8524 2036 or Maria Aunger 8520 2328.

Red Cross

Two Wells Red Cross meets on the first Tuesday of every month at the Catholic Church Hall, Two Wells at 1.30pm. All are welcome. Contact Jasmin Daniele on 8520 2233 for further information.

Time Out Craft Group

Two Wells Probus Club

Time Out Craft Group at Two Wells.

Meet Wednesday’s fortnightly, from 10am to 12noon Hart Memorial Hall, Two Wells October 5 & 19.

November 2, 16 & 30. Contact Di Meaney 8520 2308.

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: Judith Lamont 8380 9140.

Two Wells Blue Light

Two Wells Blue Light held 5 times a year. For ages 8 to 17 years. For more information contact Maria Aunger on 8520 2328 or Anne Porter on 8524 3382.

Two Wells CFS CFS senior training every Monday night starting at 7.30pm open to anyone over the age of 17 years old. Everyone welcome however day time crews are needed. Cadet training is every 2nd Wednesday starting at 5.30pm until 7pm. Open to anyone aged 11 and above.

Located in Wells Rd Two Wells.

Two Wells craft shop The Two Wells Craft Shop located in the old Court House is a treasure trove of handcrafted items, gift ware, local produce of olive oil, honey, jams and relish, bric-a-brac bargains, and hardy, healthy plants ideal for this area. OPEN Tues. to Fri 9.30am - 4pm. Sat 9.30am 1pm CLOSED Sun and Mon. Find us on facebook. Facebook.com/ twowellscraftshop.

Two Wells CWA

CWA Wells Girls is the newly formed Two Wells branch of the South Australian Country Women’s Association (SACWA) which welcomes women of all ages and backgrounds, and provides an opportunity to socialise, form new friendships, share skills and knowledge, and opportunities to support your local community. Meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Two Wells Bowling Club at 7pm, new and interested members are welcome to come along. Find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/CWAWellsGirls/ or email CWA_WellsGirls@hotmail. com for more information.

Two Wells Golf club

Two Wells Golf Club, McPharlin

Road Lewiston (extn of Bethesda Rd). 18 holes Scrapes course open April to October. Competitions; Tuesdays Ladies day, tee-off 9-9.30am. Thursdays, Mixed comp. followed by bbq lunch, 9 am tee-off. Saturdays Mixed Comp. tee-off from 11 am. Membership available Phone Club 85202607 or Secretary Adam Bail 0407 711 793.

Two Wells Playgroup Two Wells Playgroup is held during school terms in the Two Wells Primary School hall from 9.30am until 11.30am for babies and children up to 5 years of age.

Contact Clare on 0413 814 047 for more information or drop into the school on a Tuesday morning and see what all the fun is about.

Two Well Lions Club

Two Wells Lions Club meets on the

1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm at the Two Wells Tavern.

Contact Rodney Mildred on 0418 856 883 for more information. All are welcome.

Two Wells RSL

Two Wells RSL sub-branch, Old Port

Wakefield Road, Two Wells, phone 8520 2826. Open Wednesdays 9am to noon and Fridays 11am til late. All welcome. Contact president Tony Flaherty on 0412 773 111 or secretary John Allen on 0411 894 245 for further information. Subscriptions are now due. Cash or cheque

Two Wells scouts Two Wells Scout Group.

Cubs - 6.30PM - 8PM (Tuesdays) Scouts - 6.30PM - 8.30PM(Thursday) Joeys - 6PM - 7PM (Friday) Contact the Group Leader, Roger Ford: 0409 202 445.

Two Wells Regional Action Team

Meetings are at 7.30 pm on the

3rd Wednesday of each month - in Two Wells Catholic Church Hall. Contact 0418 811 315 for more info.

UCA Op Shop Two Wells Uniting Church treasure trove op shop, opening times, Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm and Saturday 9am to 12noon. Open all school holidays, come in and browse, Uniting Church Hall Drew Street, Two Wells, contact Pam Duncan 8520 2764 any time for information.

UCA Adult Fellowship 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.

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

Mallala Weight WatcheRs Mallala Weight Watchers Group has moved to a new venue. Weigh-ins, followed by a group meeting, will now be held at the Mallala Uniting Church every Monday night from 6.30pm. New members welcome.

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

Enquiries to Diane 8520 2308 or 0427 616 301.

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Community’s cracker kick-in for Congo kids Thousands of pre-loved soccer boots will soon be winging their way across the ocean to central Africa, where they will kick even more goals on the feet of the children of the Democratic Republic of Congo.

More than 2200 boots have been donated by Lewistonbased Nunga Produce to an initiative organised by former refugee Simon Moenda, who moved to Australia from the DRC with his family in 2007.

Simon, in conjunction with Salisbury East High School and student Bella Horskins, is collecting items of sporting equipment, shoes and uniforms

Bec O’Brien reports: to help refugee children from his home country.

Nunga Produce co-owner, Juliet Tripodi, said the company had previously collected four pallets of soccer boots through the Coles Indigenous Food Fund, which they had hoped to deliver to the APY lands in the far north of the state.

However, on reading about Simon’s project in local Member of Parliament Leesa Vlahos’ winter newsletter, and with the weather starting to impact the condition of the boots, they

donated the pallets to the cause.

“There were just so many boots donated it was insane,” Juliet said.

For refugee Mwinyi (Ben) Malisawa, who came to Australia in 2014, the collection was overwhelming.

“My kids are living a miserable life,” he said. They play soccer, they are barefooted. It’s really terrible but this can make a very big difference.”

It is hoped enough boots will be collected to fill a container ready to ship to Africa in January next year. Local Member of Parliament, Leesa Vlahos, is supporting the donations drive.

“When Simon told me about what life is like for children in the DRC, I really wanted to help promote his efforts,” Ms Vlahos said.

“This donation from Nunga Produce is incredibly generous and it illustrates the kind of difference our northern community is able to do in the world.”

If you’d like to donate any good quality soccer boots or no longer needed sporting equipment or uniforms, contact the office of Leesa Vlahos on 8280 5144 or drop them off directly to Salisbury East High School or the Taylor electorate office in Paralowie.

New book another for Carolyn’s collection Natalie Centenera reports:

Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull came into office promising no more three word slogans.

In the same breath, Mr Turnbull promised “Innovation and Agility” would be the difference between him and the PM he rolled. Yet we have simply seen a year of inaction and pandering to a volatile backbench.

“Continuity and Change” was another short lived slogan for Mr Turnbull in the lead up to the election. It left people asking what had changed.

At the election he also spoke of “Jobs and Growth”, yet Mr Turnbull has still not outlined how he will create the jobs South Australia desperately needs.

Commentators and former Liberal party leaders such as Jeff Kennett are unable to name a positive outcome from Mr Turnbull’s time as Prime Minister. Can you?

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Local writer, Carolyn Cordon of Redbanks, is about to add a significant achievement to her already impressive resume of self-published books.

She is set to launch another book this month, entitled ‘Tense & Still’, although this time she is lucky enough to have it published by Ginninderra Press.

Although ‘lucky’ is a broadly used term for those authors who are picked up by a publisher, Carolyn has worked her way over many years, earning this opportunity by dedicating herself to the craft of poetry and prose.

She describes herself as a writer, blogger, poet and compassionate thinker.

Carolyn’s self-published books cover varied topics, such as ‘Dig It! Gardening Tips for Dogs’, and the follow-up book ‘Doggone it – Mindfulness from a Dog’s Point of View’.

Carolyn has also published ‘Damaged Children Precious Gems’, her first collection of poetry, and was written as a therapeutic journey from victim to survivor of child sexual abuse.

She has a chronic illness, Multiple Sclerosis, publishing a memoir related to her MS. The putting together of the collection was extremely therapeutic, and renewed her interest in the value of creative writing to help people who are struggling with life.

“I run a poetry workshop entitled ‘Write Yourself Well’, aimed at people who have had hard times in life, and who are looking for an interesting way to take a new look at how their life can be made better,” Carolyn explained.

“Therapeutic creative writing has a long medical history, and I strongly believe it has been a major healing force in my own life journey.

“I am fortunate to have the role of ‘Writer-in-Residence’ at the Poetic Justice Café Gallery in Gawler.

Hit and Run

by Carolyn Cordon Warm road seduces them one side of road to the otherreptiles, four legs or none who knows why they went?

But their crossing days are overhit and run drivers have hit and run…

Local writer, Carolyn Cordon with her newly published book of poetry, Tense and Still.

“I am there three times a week, and run the workshop from there.”

Carolyn is strongly involved with poetry in South Australia, being the President of Adelaide Plains Poets, a writing group that holds an annual national poetry competition, as well as having weekly meetings in Gawler at Prince Albert Hotel, to discuss different forms of writing.

She is also a member of North East Writers and co-coordinator of Gawler Poets at the Pub, as well as one of the coordinators of the Gawler Writer’s Festival.

And if that isn’t enough to keep her busy, Carolyn is behind the ‘Mallala Crossroad Chronicle’, a monthly newsletter that keeps community members up to date with the latest happenings.

“Marcus Strudwicke and I began the

Mallala Crossroad Chronicle together, when I was working part-time with the Mallala Council, and I consider this newsletter to be the writing I am most proud of in many ways,” Carolyn said.

Her latest work ,‘Tense and Still’ is a collection of poetry about the creatures she sees in her life in and around the Mallala and Gawler districts, as well as other places.

In Tense and Still, Carolyn has “paid homage to the animals that lose their lives to the power of the motor vehicle.”

In other words, roadkill.

Carolyn is an animal lover.

“I love creatures, and in particular birds,” she said.

“I’m an amateur birdwatcher (twitcher) and living in the Mallala (Adelaide Plains) district gives me ample opportunities for my twitching activities.

“As I drive from home to Gawler and home again, I often see interesting birds.

“I have a written record of every new bird species I see at my home in Redbanks, and I am always looking for a possible new kind of bird to add to my current list.”

‘Tense and Still’ is being launched in Poetic Justice Café Gallery at 7pm on October 7. Copies will be available for sale at the launch ($18), and any copies remaining afterwards at Poetic Justice.

Carolyn will be available to sign copies of the book, and her other books the café has of hers, on her usual days at Poetic Justice - Sunday, Monday and Thursdays.

NEW BRIGADE FOR GAWLER RIVER: Founding members of the Gawler River CFS Brigade, from left, Len Wight, Frank Huppatz, Fil Deluca, John Dawkins, Geoff Harris, Pat Cannizzaro and Bill Harniman, pictured at the opening of the new Gawler River Fire Station on 10 September.

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Community newsbites and whispers from around the region

Double Take

with Bec O’Brien

Email: news@twowellsecho.com.au

CWA puts on a show

CWA Café The CWA Café at the Royal Adelaide Shop is a popular morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea stop for thousands of show-goers each year and it’s run solely by the volunteers of the Country Women’s Association.

This year Two Wells established the inaugural Wells Girls branch of the CWA and volunteers were called to help out at the café during the nine-day show.

Taking the opportunity to meet some new people, help out an amazing & long-running organisation were Two Wells girls Sue Lange and myself, Bec O’Brien. While on our four-hour shift we were lucky enough to rub shoulders with fellow local CWA girl Evelyn Dyer as well as Minister for Disabilities, Leesa Vlahos (pictured), both of whom are members of the Virginia branch.

To say that café is a well-oiled machine serving good quality, country-style food with a big smile and a friendly attitude is an understatement. Hats off to you all ladies (and the odd gentleman or two that were also helping out!).

Day of the …..

Need a reason to grab an extra coffee this month? (alright I know it’s after the fact but coffee lovers are never short of an excuse for more coffee right?). Looking for a cause to support? Or maybe (like me) you love knowing random stuff? Then check out these upcoming “Day of the …” dates and keep smiling!

October 1st – International Coffee Day & International Day of Older Persons October 5th – World Teachers Day October 7th – World Smile Day October 10th – World Homeless Day October 15th – World Maths Day October 25th – International Artists Day Deuce The Two Wells Tennis Club is kicking off its 2016/17 season with a celebration party on Saturday October 15, which will include, among many other exciting things, a fun Corporate Tennis Challenge. If you’re a local business and were a keen tennis player in the past, or you just

want to get out for a bit of fun and food, grab your work colleagues and enter now. The entry fee includes an awesome “showbag”, dinner and a complimentary drink. Four to a team, no skills required, and dress-ups are definitely encouraged. Should be fun. Contact Marie Tapscott on 0419 838 929 to sign up or for more information.

Oz Asia Festival Last month Adelaide embraced the popular Oz Asia Festival, with thousands of people flocking to Elder Park in the city to sample amazing Asian-inspired food, watch graceful dancing and view impressive paper lanterns.

Many school children across the state were also involved in this 10day festival, with some of our local kids taking part in a variety of ways.

Some built lanterns and walked in the opening Moon Lantern parade on Sunday September 18, including St Brigid’s students, pictured (above right) from left, Angus Spurling, Gabriella Dimasi, Jayana Dos Santos,

Grace Williams, Maddison O’Brien and Ryan Dimasi. TWPS was also involved with five of the school’s choir members singing on stage at the rotunda, including Olivia MacDonald, Ashlee Filko, Despina Kiparoglou, Heidi Bates and Belle Anderson.What a wonderful experience for you all.

The Long Ride Home This month a unique event called “The Long Ride Home” will pass through Two Wells. The ride on bicycles started on May 12 this year in Hanoi - Vietnam and will conclude in Sydney on November 20, a journey of around 10,000 kilometres. The Long Road Home is being staged to raise funds for injured veterans and is hoped to also generate goodwill between the countries of Australia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore. The ride will pass through the Mallala District on October 14 & 15, with the local RSL club hosting the group of about eight riders on Friday 14th October from 6pm.

More information can be found at www.thelongridehome.com.au.

Random Acts of Kindness We all know the world can be a hard place, so here at the Echo, we’d love to promote something positive and unexpected, something called a “random act of kindness”.

The concept might not be new but it is certainly gaining momentum throughout social media, with strangers buying coffee for the person next in line behind them, children sharing their belongings with the homeless and mother’s receiving flowers from their neighbours for no reason.

Maybe you know someone who has been on the receiving end of such an act? Or perhaps you yourself have made someone’s world a brighter place, even if only for a moment?

It doesn’t matter how small or big the act is, we’d love to hear about it.

Sharing the love, the kindness and decency of the people in our world can only be a good thing. Go on, make someone’s day today. I dare you!

n How can kids and their families beat the boredom these school holidays? Bec O'Brien finds out: 1: Carly Heaslip of Two Wells, says “We like to get away for a few days. This time we’re heading off camping with some friends to the Gawler Ranges.”

2: Hannah Ade, of Two Wells, says “If it’s warm head to the beach, otherwise keep the kids active, keep them busy.”

VOX pop Cry baby, cry baby, go run to mummy!!

3: Tom Mangan, of West Croydon (owner of Edge of Hair in Two Wells), says “I think there’s an opportunity in the holidays to organise some sort of sports carnival, like soccer, or come ‘n’ try days for other sports.”

4: Michelle Jones, Waterloo Corner, says “Families could plan an outing to a playground or a park. They could enjoy a picnic lunch outside.”

MUUUM!!!! he hit me No I didn't....

He's lying CUT IT OUT YOU TWO, you've been at it all morning

My Family

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1 Keep going and you're going to miss out He just stuck his finger up No I didn't

oh ohh... I'd rather let her deal with this one

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I was wondering when you were coming inYou know its only the first day of the holidays....You're going to be spending a lot of time out on that front porch

It seems all quiet nowI guess I should head in

Yes you did!!!!

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High time for high tea at Red Cross September gathering Bec O’Brien reports: There were dainty cakes, clever cut sandwiches, sweet little slices and cup after cup of hot tea at the Two Wells Red Cross’ September meeting.

The high tea afternoon was held at the group’s hall in Two Wells on Tuesday September 6 and also celebrated a large number of members who achieved a range of long service awards.

Barossa and Districts zone coordinator, Joan Lees, was in attendance and presented the members with their awards, which, when combined, represented more than 200 years of service with the Red Cross.

Congratulations to branch president Valerie Vercoe (11 years), Tricia Hardiman (20 years), Teresa Falco (11 years), Helen Sims (11 years), Sue Wendland (11 years), Ann

Attending from the Virginia Red Cross branch was Elizabeth Bridgman and Kathy Wiles, with Beryl Drew of Waterloo Corner.

PHOTOS: BEC O’BRIEN

Stodart (11 years), Rae Birchmore (10 years), Maria Pellizzari (20 years), Maria Pavan (25 years), Madeline McInerny (22 years), Brenda Lamont (20 years), Dawn Slater (44 years), Charmaine Bryant (20 years), Fay Hutchinson (21 years), Rosemary Howell (33 years), Dianne Henwood (31 years), Lor-

raine Goss (31 years), Kerrie Harris (31 years), and Andrea Williams (11 years).

All these ladies have worked tirelessly and given enormously to the local community, as well as on a national and at times international scale.

You are all inspirational.

Two Wells Red Cross members presented with long service medals last month included (standing from left) Maria Pellizzari, Fay Hutchinson, Rae Birchmore, Sue Wendland, Helen Sims, Rosemary Howell, Dianne Henwood, Tricia Hardiman, Lorraine Goss, zone coordinator Joan Lees, (seated) Valerie Verco, Ann Stodart, Maria Pavan, Charmaine Bryant, Brenda Lamont, and Dawn Slater.

Enjoying the high tea was, clockwise from left, Mollie Frost, Pat Burnett, Jean Bryne, Pat Suridge, and Esma Nottle.

Doris Helps and Michelle Helps of Mallala.

Former Two Wells resident, Rae Birchmore, now of Gulfview Heights, with some of the delicious cakes on offer at the high tea.

Extra hours in the garden during October One-year-old Oliver Hardiman is the Two Wells Red Cross baby for the 2016/17 year.

Keep an eye out for local raffles and support him if you get the chance. Oliver is pictured here with mum Caroline Hardiman.

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October means the start of daylight saving which may give, to some of us, the bonus of extra hours in the garden.

Keeping up with the weeding may be a long and arduous effort this spring due to good rains we have received but the old adage of ‘One year’s weeds is seven years seeds’, is well worth remembering and acting on.

A weed is sometimes said to be a plant in the wrong place, but a weed in the wrong place can quickly overtake if not promptly removed.

AMATEUR GARDENER October also means school holidays and some exciting seeds for the children, really for both young and old to plant are the giant pumpkin seed, tall sunflowers, and the oftenoverlooked nasturtium.

In the range of seeds available from Mr Fotheringill’s are the seeds of the giant Pumpkin -Curcubia pepo, in a children’s pack with easy directions on the back.

The tall sunflowersAMATEURHelianthus annuus, haveGARDENER big smiling daisy like faces that, planted in a sheltered, sunny position with some good organic material and aged animal manure, can grow as tall as four metres, but generally to about two metres, with petals ranging in colour from red to differing shades of yellow.

The common nasturtium- Tropaeolum, has glossy shiny green leaves with colours in cream, yellow, orange and red.

The seeds of the nasturtium take 2-3 weeks to germinate and will start to flower after 10-12 weeks.

The plants are not partial to too much fertiliser.

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All parts of the plant are edible with a slightly peppery taste and add flavour and colour T to salads; a good showy plant that is good as a weed suppressant with the bonus of bringing beneficial insects to the garden.

The giant pumpkins are also edible as well as the seeds of the sunflower.

On Saturday October 11 from 8am to 11am the next Gardener’s Market at the ABC car park is being held.

The ABC studios are at 85 North East Rd, Collinswood E and there will be stalls of plants, manures and other delights for gardeners with free tours of the ABC studios.

The gold coin entrance donation this time is going to the Oz Harvest.

A good morning out for all.

For October blooms that are hardy and tough, but great show stoppers, are the Ceanothus -Californian Lilac and the Native Mint Bush.

The flowers of the Ceanothus are generally a vivid blue but can come in pale blue, cream and white with the tough leathery, glossy, green leaves allowing the flowers to shine in contrast. They can be tall shrubs or ground covers and are appearing now in the local nurseries; they are

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well worth growing.

Prostanthera ovafolia, or Oval Leafed Mint Bush, is another spectacular plant for October interest, growing to 2.5 metres in height and 1.5 metres wide.

The Mint Bush appreciates a yearly hair cut after flowering, preferring to be planted in a partly shaded spot, and will wilt if let to dry out- responding to watering but disliking wet feet.

The mint bush is frost tolerant and gives a pleasant aroma when

brushed.

With alkaline soils the plants may develop lime induced chlorosis which can be treated with iron chelates or sulphur.

The slugs and snails are on the march so sprinkle a barrier around of either sawdust or coffee grinds to prevent their nightly forages.

The garden plants will thank you but the slugs and snails will be literally stopped in their tracks!

Happy gardening from The Amateur Gardener

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CHS lending a helping hand Louise Michael reports:

If you are community minded, like working with people, and keen to manage your own time, Country Home Services, formerly CHAP, could be just the opportunity for you. Country Home Services (CHS) has been delivering services and providing support to people in regional communities across South Australia for more than 25 years, regardless of what stage of life you are in.

Proudly South Australian, CHS can provide assistance to people recovering from an injury or operation, managing an illness, or needing a touch of support, with a large range of services available.

Personal services include personal care for daily tasks such as showering and hair washing, dressing or shaving.

Meal planning and/or preparation is another service available to clients, ensuring you receive nutritious and regular meals.

Homemaintenanceissomethingeveryoneneeds to keep on top of, so if you need help with things like gutter or downpipe cleaning, mowing, weeding and paving,to installation of hand rails or new hinges,CHS can find the right person to do the job.

Closer to the home, perhaps you need help with window or house cleaning, stripping the beds and

washing sheets, changing light bulbs and batteries or cleaning the car.

Many people have pets but are unable to take them for a walk, clean out the kitty litter or bird cage, so let CHS assist. Many CHS clients require help with their shopping trips or appointments,and contractors are available for these tasks too. Contracts can be for one-off, short or long term duties.

CHS enlists the services of committed people who enjoy helping others and making their lives a bit easier.

People in our communities can contact them to enlist the services of a contractor,who has undergone a strict and thorough screening process.

Being a contractor is very rewarding, as not only do you help others who truly value your services, but you get paid doing that! A contract is drawn up stating the list of duties required so each party knows exactly what is required.

Work days and times are arranged between the contractor and client, to find a mutually suitable time to complete the duties. This is ideal for people with restricted time, but is ideal for parents who could work while their children are at school! A nice bit of pocket money!

If you would like to find out more about becoming a contractor for CHS, or would like to register for any of the services available, please phone 1300 773 202.

Julie hasn’t looked back Julie Mead of Mallala has worked for Country Home Services (CHS) for six years, and loves it so much, she can’t see herself doing anything else!

“Prior to having my children, I was an office worker, and when I became a single mum I had to go back to work, but I wasn’t computer literate, so had to do something else,” Julie said.

“I’d heard about CHS and thought I’d try it, and I’ve never looked back!”

Julie travels to clients at Dublin, Port Parham, Redbanks, Hamley Bridge, Two Wells, Balaklava and Mallala, assisting with domestic duties and sometimes social support such as taking people shopping.

“My clients are so special to me – they treat me well and respect and appreciate what I do for them, and I’m happy as I know their homes are nice and clean.”

Julie said it’s a rewarding job but is hard work, but it’s up to each person as to how many clients they can cope with.

“Hours are flexible so you can work around other commitments.”

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Pauline’s a “lifesaver”

Gary happy to help When Rhynie resident, Gary Coates semi-retired late last year, he still felt he had something to offer his community.

His neighbour, a client of Country Home Services (CHS), suggested he contact them to see if there was some way he could be of service to their clients.

“After spending years in the hardware and building industries as a sales rep, I still wanted interaction with people when I finished work, and I’ve really enjoyed meeting the customer base CHS has given me,” Gary said.

“There’s lots of things older people are unable to do, like gardening, maintenance, cleaning gutters, and rather than me sit at home, I’m happy I am able to help them out - having things tidy takes the worry away and makes it manageable to stay in their own homes.”

“Many have big gardens and after recent rains, there are a lot of weeds!”

While Gary is mainly involved in the gardening/maintenance side of things, he also does some cleaning, and currently has about 10 clients around Riverton, Saddleworth, Wasleys, Hamley Bridge, Tarlee and Balaklava.

“Many people are lonely too and like having a visitor, and I feel like I’ve accomplished something – it’s a win-win for both of us.”

Hayfield Plains resident, Ray Winnall, puts her feet up while CHS contractor, Pauline Hill, vacuums her living room.

Theresa is a familiar face Balaklava’s Theresa Barber has worked for CHS for about 13 years, and has enjoyed every minute of it!

“I needed a job and started back then with CHAPS, and since then, have been doing mainly cleaning duties, depending on what my clients require,” Theresa said.

“It’s not too hard, and doesn’t feel like a chore – I’m there to help them.”

“Older people love having a chat, and as I have about 15 clients around Balaklava and Hoyleton, there’s lots of different people, with different stories to tell.”

When Theresa’s children were growing up, she found the work with CHS was flexible.

“I could work my own hours around my family’s timetable, but at a mutually convenient time for my clients.”

“It’s the best thing I’ve ever done.”

She’s a well known face around the area, but to her Country Home Services clients, Pauline Hill is a lifesaver!

Pauline has been working as a contractor for CHS (formerly CHAPS) for eight years, providing specific cleaning duties required by CHS clients.

“Initially it was just a job, but it has turned into more than that – I really enjoy working for my clients and enjoy the rapport I have with them,” Pauline said.

“CHS services also allow older people to stay in their own homes, and as some don’t have any family close by, I could be their only visitor for quite a while.”

The process involves clients providing a list of their required services to CHS, who then organise the services with their contractors.

Pauline’s clients have a range of different requirements, including general cleaning, sweeping, dusting and washing, with all cleaning materials supplied by the clients.

“I work around a mutually suitable time for both myself and my clients – we need to be a bit flexible if something unexpected comes up.”

To become a contractor, Pauline had to obtain an ABN and police check, and often undertakes various refresher courses through CHS. “I’d encourage others to try it – you can have as many clients for as many hours as you like – do what you can handle.”

A win-win for Ray RayWinnall, who retired to Balaklava’s Hayfield Plains RetirementVillage in 2007,likes to keep active and be independent, and as a social butterfly, is always out and about.

To free up her time, and seeing she’s “not quite as young as she used to be,” Ray enlisted the services of Country Home Services (CHS), to help her with household cleaning chores.

“CHS has been so helpful to me – it’s a wonderful organisation,” Ray said.

“I initially started with CHAPS back in 2007, and then in 2010, Pauline Hill was assigned to me and still helps me now – I’m so lucky as she is wonderful and is like one of my family!”

Pauline helps Ray for an hour a fortnight, with tasks including sweeping, mopping floors and vacuuming, cleaning the bathroom and toilet, and wiping down kitchen benches.

“I still do some things as I think you need to keep yourself active, but if I ever need extra help with any other chores, I can ask CHS for more hours. Having Pauline come here is relaxing for me, and we have a chat and a laugh.”

“We are all ageing and need to accept that, so if you need help, I’d recommend CHS as it frees you up to enjoy other things – make the most of it!”

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Donyal a familiar face at Angle Vale's Gossip Cafe There’s a familiar face in Angle Vale at the new “Gossip Cafe” situated next to Angle Vale Foodland.

Donyal Giangregorio, who has lived and worked in the area for the past 16 years, and has been involved in the food industry for more than 25 years, is excited to officially open her new “Gossip Café” on Saturday, October 8.

To celebrate the opening, Donyal is giving the first 50 clients to walk through her door a complimentary cupcake, made by “Sweet Creations,” owned by another local, Sarah Caruso.

The kids will also love the free bouncy castle which will be

there from 10am to 2pm, courtesy of Jodie from “ Jumpz Around.”

Donyal will have breakfast and lunch menu choices available on that day and everyday from 9am to 3pm only, while other light food will be available all day.

The menu will include made to order focaccia burgers with chicken schnitzel, beef, haloumi or vegetarian patties, topped off with steak cut chips or wedges.

With a little Lebanese influence from her parents, Donyal’s home made burgers are delicious.

A full breakfast, in big or light servings, will be available each day,

with vegetarian and gluten free options also available.

A kid’s brekky for just $5.90 is also available daily and includes a soft boiled egg, soldier toast and juice.

There will also be a range of fresh wraps, sandwiches and rolls available with various meats and salads.

A choice of three salads will be available each day, ideal to take home for dinner!

Kranskys and plain hotdogs are also on the menu.

Donyal will have a fortnightly special, so check out the chalkboard for details.

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All eight APFL coaches were invited to contribute to the list from which the final 22 was distilled by our media team.

There was a fairly healthy list of in-form players who were nominated but ultimately missed out on selection.

Among the more notables were: Jake Birchmore, Brent Harris (Mallala), Dean Storic, Josh Harkness (Balaklava), Heath Pym (United), Brandon Daly (Two Wells), Anthony Seccafien (Virginia), Zak Schubert (Hamley Bridge), Scott Burgess (Angle Vale), Matt Higgs and Brandon Taylor (HWE).

Congratulations to all the players, including Ned Seccafien on being named captain of the TOTY and to Ben Russell, who is vice captain.

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Shark attack survivor speaks

Shark attack survivor and world-renowned shark expert, Rodney Fox, was in Two Wells this week to promote his new book “Sharks, the Sea and Me”.

Presented by the District Council of Mallala library services program the event at the Two Wells Bowls Club on Monday September 12 attracted around 60 people and was both inspiring and informative.

Relaxed, humorous and engaging, Rodney spoke animatedly about his life both above and below the sea, and how one unforeseen incident at Aldinga beach in 1963 changed it forever.

The year before, Rodney was crowned the South Australian spear fishing champion (the inside flap of his book has a lovely photograph of this achievement in which his wife, Kay, who was then his girlfriend, is also a star), and he was preparing to defend his title.

A “teenager” Great White of about 4.5 metres in length put a stop to that dream, but, it turned out, it soon opened up a whole new world for Rodney.

Following his attack, which left him with a

punctured lung, all the ribs on his left side broken, internal injuries, a couple of fingers almost severed and around 500 stitches, Rodney did compete again in the spear fishing championships (12 months after his attack) but his interest in learning more about those mysterious sea creatures was piqued.

Rodney began researching the Great White shark, and all sharks in general, hoping to learn more about where they went and what they did. He made films. Many films.

To date around 80 documentaries from 16 different countries.

And each hoping to shed more light on the habits and life of one of the world’s most feared creatures – the shark.

He started a museum dedicated to sharing his knowledge and sea specimens to the wider world.

More recently he wrote a book.

“It (the attack) changed my life entirely,” Rodney explained.

“I certainly loved to dive in the early days (and) I feel very happy when I’m around the sea.

“It’s a real botanical garden, there are so many things to see and do in

ABOVE: Karen Slater, of Angle Vale, holds a Cookie Cutter Shark specimen in front of some impressive Great White Shark teeth.

LEFT: Diana and John Newton of Two Wells enjoyed the presentation.

Two Wells resident, Alan Howell, has his book signed by the author, Rodney Fox. LEFT: Rosemary Jenkin, Bev Roney and Josie Curnow of Mallala.

BELOW: Shark attack survivor and shark expert Rodney Fox with young Two Wells fan Ben Belchambers and a set of Great White shark teeth.

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the ocean.

“But one thing I noticed after my attack, was all the visitors I had, they had an ‘unnormal’ fear of sharks.

“I started then trying to understand them (sharks).”

Following the attack, Rodney, who was a life insurance salesman at the time, became a bit of a celebrity, and was regularly asked to lift his shirt and show his scars.

He retold one funny incident where on doing this the people in question promptly fainted.

A trip to the Adelaide Zoo inspired Rodney to start designing and creating the world’s first shark diving cage, where people could safely enter the water and observe “these

magnificent creatures”.

“Without the Great Whites in our oceans we’d have too many sea lions, too many dolphins,” he said.

“They are a necessary part of the whole ecosystem.”

In the 1980s Rodney began using his “shark cage” to run shark diving tours, where he hoped to educate people about the Great Whites.

And for a while now, he has been working with his marine biologist son Andrew, running expeditions off the Neptune Islands to tag and research the Great Whites.

They’ve come to know some of the “locals” to the point they’ve given them names.

Elvis, Smile, Mrs

Moo, Mini Me, Rage and Strappy are just a few of the many Great Whites that frequent the waters south of Port Lincoln, and Rodney has a little anecdote about each of them. He talks about them almost as if they’re a much-loved pet, such is his enthusiasm, respect and….love, yes, love, for these giant fish.

He certainly had the audience keen to know more.

The library’s next, and final, author event for the year will feature Australian writer Rachel Treasure, and will be held at the Two Wells Bowling Club on Tuesday November 8. Contact the Two Wells Public Library on 8520 2100 for more information.

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Angle Vale community group forging ahead Two Wells Primary School Choir members (back) deputy principal Ann-Marie Ellis, Despina Kiparoglou, Angie Edwards, Alyssia Raschella, Amity Holland, Daniel Daly, Belle Anderson, choir teacher Sandy Bowen, (middle) Lara Morton, Olivia MacDonald, Trey Pearce, Nikko Bismark, Sarah Walton, (front) Ashlee Filko and Lauren KielyBurckett. Absent Tayla Hansen, Tayla Pascoe and Heidi Bates.

Choir sings up a storm in town Sixteen members of Two Wells Primary School’s choir have been singing up a storm recently as they took part in the annual South Australian Primary Schools Music Festival.

The festival has run for the past 150 years and is always held on stage at the Festival Theatre in Adelaide.

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volved with the event for at least the last five years; with this year’s choir rehearsals starting way back in Term 1.

Choir teacher Sandy Bowen coached the students for weekly hourlong lessons in preparation for taking to the stage on Tuesday September 13.

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massive 200-student strong massed choir, they sang 15 songs as part of the concert series during the festival.

Some of the more well-known songs included Que Sera and Jai Ho, with the festivals theme for this year centering on sustainability.

Congratulations to you all, what a fantastic experience.

(Back, from left) Peter Tscheresch, Robert Brookes, Johnny Virgara (assistant secretary), Gary Nau, Rocky Virgara, John Blaikie, Sean Reardon (president), (front) Keryn Marsh (secretary), Dorothy Lewtas, Catherine Craddock, David Craddock (treasurer), Clint March (vice president), absent: Rosa Librandi.

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Motorcycle rider laying a wreath for a loved one lost to suicide.

John Allen TWRSL secretary, welcoming the riders to the memorial for a short service.

R U Ok Ride rolls into Two Wells

THE inaugural ‘Ride Against Suicide’ rolled into Two Wells on September 8 in a cavalcade of support for those affected by suicide; those who contemplate, and those left behind.

The ride coincided with national ‘R U OK?’ Day, which aims to keep individuals connected, in the hope of preventing suicide.

The Royal Adelaide Show hosted the ride, which was initiated by ‘Silent Ripples’ charity founder Janet Kuys.

The event raised funds for organisations, like Silent Ripples and Beyond Blue, to prevent suicide and build awareness around mental illness.

Around 50 motorcycles pulled into the bowling club carpark as their riders headed towards the memorial, braving the rain, to attend a short service prepared by the Two Wells RSL. Although the event was heavily attended by ex-service personnel, it was intended to include all members of the community.

Former Two Wells resident, Matt Billington, left Mannum that morning with the riders, stopping at Nurioopta, before

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pulling into Two Wells.

“Suicide is a taboo, almost silent killer,” Matt said.

“Not many people know how to deal with it.”

Police Chaplain, Wayne Kerber spoke solemnly to the gathered crowd and urged everyone to “bring hope to friends”.

Words that were echoed by Gus Slotegraff, chaplain of the Murray Lands RSL. “Hope makes it possible to look past human suffering, and even death,” Mr Slotegraff said.

“The best thing that we can do is look after each other, extend a hand to those who are struggling and say, ‘are you ok?’.”

The Lord’s Prayer was recited and wreaths were laid in remembrance.

The riders then enjoyed a BBQ lunch prepared by the RSL, before riding into the showgrounds at Wayville to complete the fundraiser event.

For anyone in need of support please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

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ABOVE: Police Chaplain Wayne Kerber speaking at the service.

LEFT: Former Two Wells local, Matt Billington, joined the ride against suicide.

PHOTOS: NATALIE CENTENERA

Community - a group of people who share the same area, interests, government, and often culture and heritage.

The Angle Vale community is forging a new history through the recently re-formed Angle Vale and Districts Progress Association.

Wednesday September 21 saw 40 residents gather at Trinity College, Gawler River, to elect a new committee looking to take the Angle Vale community into an era of cohesion and self-representation.

With a considerable amount of passionate community members in attendance at the AGM, the size of the committee was officially increased from 11 to 13 members, to accommodate the number of willing volunteers eager to make a difference in Angle Vale.

Once nominations were taken and official positions were filled, newly elected president, Sean Reardon, steered the meeting towards issues that residents would like to see addressed by the committee.

Residents agreed further work needed to be carried out by council in regards to stormwater, footpaths, street lighting, and the preservation of the historical features of the township.

The need for effective dissemination of information to community members was emphasised.

“At least then we can inform everyone about issues,” Gary Nau, newly elected committee member stated, highlighting the need for the community and the association to understand where responsibilities lie within the three levels of local, state and federal government.

Difficulties in achieving all the services that residents believe are required was acknowledged, and new vice president, Clint Marsh emphasized the need to “prioritise and fight the battles we can win,”.

Playford Councillor Peter Rentoulis was in attendance and addressed the gathering.

“I can’t stress how important this committee is,” Cr Rentoulis said. Its purpose is to bring issues to the forefront of council and the State Government, and keep pushing. Everyone is here and getting involved, and that’s how you get real progress.”

The new committee comprises fresh faces, some bringing experience to their roles, and others passion, but all are eager to get the local community involved in having a say in the future direction of Angle Vale.

“As a local representative, I intend to work closely with the association and my fellow Ward 1 councilors to continue to bring about results and to address the community’s concerns,” Cr Rentoulis said.

For further information on the Angle Vale and Districts Progress Association you can follow their facebook page of the same name, or email avdpassociation@gmail.com.au. www.twowellsecho.com.au

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Redlow 2016

Roosters sign off season in style

Dressed to impress were Kobi Paxton, Kirralee Spiteri and Jamie Dinham.

A Grade football trophy winners, Jamie Humphrys, Ned Seccafien, Dylan Wise and Luke Tryfopoulos. PHOTOS: BEC O’BRIEN

A5 netball award winners Meagan Wandel and Melanie Sochacki. Absent Chloe Brohan.

A1 trophy winners Tara Learhinan, Hailey Maiden and Brooke Trengove.

Sisters Cassie and Sharni Kent.

B Grade footballer trophy winners, Will Hart, Stephen Lange, Josh Lanzon and Scott Goode.

A4 trophy winners Kim Arnold, Sharna Rendell and Karyn Baillie.

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A3 trophy winners, Leah Clifton, Tayla Southwell and Rachel Lange.

Matthew Girgolas and James Dimasi.

Netballing sisters Alicia Stirling and Stephanie Walker.

Bec O’Brien reports: There was glamour, there was colour, there was conversation and laughter, and there was good food and drink.

Redlow once again delivered style, fun and celebration as the Two Wells Football and Netball Sporting Club concluded the 2016 season with its annual senior presentation event on Friday September 16.

This year two of the club’s teams brought home the silverware at the grand final - the A5 netballers and the Under 14 footballers - and the atmosphere at the Redlow was buoyant.

Awards were presented to the best and fairest players of each netball and football team throughout the club, with six footballers also honoured for a variety of game milestones during the presentation.

Taking the honours in the A grade football on 45 votes was local favourite, Ned Seccafien, with Dylan Wise runner-up on 36 votes.

Ned was also presented with the Neville Seccafien Most Valuable Player award, an honour bestowed upon him by his teammates for the fifth time.

Former B grader, Luke Tryfopoulos was deemed best team man and young Jamie Humprhys given the coaches’ award.

In the B grade, Stephen Lange (46 votes) took home the Graham Applebee Medal for best and fairest for the second year in a row, with Will Hart runner up on 25 votes.

The Best Team Man award in the B Grade was awarded to Scott Goode and the coaches’ gong to Josh Lanzon.

The John Dawkins medal for the most votes achieved at association level was won by junior footballer, Ben Cannizzaro.

Senior footballers were also presented will special awards for reaching major milestones this year including, Ben Slattery, Ben Stubing and Scott Goode, who all played their 100th game.

Sam Barker and Ned Seccafien reached the 150-game mark, while long-time club member, Devon Hardiman, joined an exclusive club, playing his 200th game in the 2016 season.

In the A1 netball, goalie Hailey Maiden went one better this year, winning the best and fairest award, with the runner-up trophy going to defender Tara Learhinan.

Brooke Trengove was awarded the coaches’ trophy.

In the A2s, Shannen Weir won best and fairest, Jamie Dinham was runner-up and Shylie Workman given the coaches’ award.

Crowned this year’s A3 best and fairest was young Tayla Southwell, with pocket rocket Rachel Lange runner-up and Leah Clifton given the coaches’ pick for the season.

In the A4 team, Kim Arnold won best and fairest, Sharna Rendell was runner-up, and newcomer Karyn Baillie the coaches’ trophy.

In the victorious premiership A5 side, which celebrated three flags in a row, defender Chloe Brohan took out the top honours, with goalie Mel Sochacki runner-up and fellow shooter Meagan Wandel the coaches’ pick.

A4 player Kim Arnold also won the Maureen Waye Trophy for the most netball association votes for this year.

Congratulations to all trophy winners.

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LEFT: A2 trophy winners Shylie Workman, Shannen Weir and Jamie Dinham. below left: Sarah Dinham, Tara Learhinan and Rachel Wendland.

BELOW RIGHT: Alison Goss, Juanita Webster and Francis Pellizzari.

Club patron John Dawkins (left) with netball club president Stephanie Walker, football club president, Francis Pellizzari and club secretary Alison Goss.

Senior footballers presented will special glasses for reaching major milestones this year included Ned Seccafien (150 games), Sam Barker (150 games), Ben Slattery (100 games), Ben Stubing (100 games), Devon Hardiman (200 games) and Scott Goode (100 games).

Two Wells Football & Netball junior presentations

Junior Rooster stars awarded Bec O’Brien reports:

Under 14 football trophy winners, from left, Brayden Calvett, Ivan Sparnon, Jayden Redpath and Alex Wilmshurst.

Under 17 football trophy winners, Lachlan Osborne(left) and Michael McFarlane. Absent Luke Barnett and David Oakley.

RIGHT: Under 13A netball trophy winners, from left, Dakota Cummins, Carla Harris and Taryn Sochacki.

Trophy winners were as follows: Under 13A netball – Dakota Cummins (B/F), Carla Harris (R/U) and Taryn Sochacki (R/U).

Under 13B netball – Jazlyn Southwell (B/F), Montana Panella (R/U), with Kaitlyn O’Brien and Ella Goodson jointly awarded the coaches’ trophy.

Under 15 netball – Jade Morrison (B/F), Ruth

right: Under 17 netball trophy winners, from left, Jessica Romeo, Claudia Devlin, and Grace Slattery. Absent Jamie Stringer.

ABOVE: Under 13B netball trophy winners, from left, Montana Panella, Ella Goodson, Jazlyn Southwell and Kaitlyn O’Brien.

– PICTURES: Bec O’Brien Two Wells Echo, October, 2016

The end of the 2016 football and netball season was celebrated by junior members of the Two Wells Football and Netball Sporting Club and their families on Sunday September 11, amid beautiful Spring weather.

Following a shared BBQ lunch at the club grounds, trophies were presented to the best and fairest from each junior team.

Participation trophies were also presented to members of the Under 10 netball team, as well as the Under 8 and Under 11 football teams.

Slattery (R/U) and Bonnie McKay and Mackenzie Cummins (joint coaches’ award).

Under 17 netball – Grace Slattery (B/F), Jessica Romeo and Claudia Devlin (R/U), Jamie Stringer (coaches’ award).

Under 14 football – Brayden Calvett (B&F), Alex Wilmshurst (Best Team Man) and joint winners Ivan Sparnon and Jayden Redpath (coaches’ award).

Under 17 football –Luke Barnett (B&F), Michael McFarlane (R/U), Lachlan Osborne (Best Team Man), and David Oakley (coaches’ award).

Congratulations to all trophy winners and a special shout out to the mums and dads, grannies and grandpas, nans and pops, friends, neighbours and relatives, and anyone else who volunteered each week to make the season run smoothly.

Without the commitment, dedication and support of volunteers local clubs would not be able to function as they do.

Hats off to you all.

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It was great news that Two Wells Primary School was one of the 77 primary schools in the State that will receive $1 million for a STEM facility.

STEM is the name given to science, technology, engineering and mathematics (incorporating physics and chemistry).

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Adrian, a local flower grower, has been a member of VRAG since 2007 and says while the community centre is a wonderful space for the community, there’s much within the township that needs attention.

“At the moment we look after the community centre in conjunction with (Playford) council for everybody in the community,” he said.

“But my thinking now is that we need to shift the focus off the community centre and focus on the township itself.

“There’s always streetscaping that could be done and stormwater management is a big issue.”

Adrian highlights the regular flooding of Old Port Wakefield Road following decent rains as one example of this, saying the group hopes to focus on this issue and work with Playford council to improve it.

Playford councillor, Peter Rentoulis, who is also a Virginia native, is lending his support to the group, saying the time has come for the community to come together.

“Things need to be driven by the community, by the residents,” Mr Rentoulis said.

“We need to encourage people in the local community to get involved in having a say in the future direction of their community.

Playford councillor, Peter Rentoulis, and Virginia Residents Action Group member, Adrian Marshall are keen to see a resurgence of the group have a positive impact on the local community.

“It’s a very disjointed community at the moment.

“There are a lot of factions and I want to change that.”

Adrian and Peter are keen to see some sort of community event where Virginia’s cultural diversity is celebrated, and they’re also hoping to set up a hard rubbish dumping site for local businesses to encourage and support recycling and reuse

efforts. “I want the community to come together for common purposes,” Mr Rentoulis said.

“To put differences aside and work for the betterment of the whole community.”

Currently the VRAG meets on a bi-monthly basis but if membership numbers increase and the drive is there, meetings could turn monthly.

Contact Adrian on 0439 717

653 or Peter on 0421 167 139 if you are interested in learning more about the Virginia Residents Action Group or drop into the meeting room at the community centre on Wednesday October 5 from 7.30pm for the group’s AGM. And don’t forget Facebook; the group can be contacted through the “Everything Virginia and Surrounds” page.

Courthouse scrubs up with a lick of paint Natalie Centenera reports:

The Two Wells Courthouse is looking rather dapper thanks to the recent paint job organised by the volunteers of the Two Wells Craft Shop.

The painting schedule was interrupted for a couple of months due to a concern the chosen colours were not ‘heritage’ appropriate and did not compliment the rest of the streetscape.

The building is State Heritage listed and any alterations to the exterior, as well as interior, need to be approved by the government’s State Heritage Unit.

Unfortunately, extra costs were incurred lodging an application with the council and then the heritage department, which upset the volunteers, as development approval had been obtained previously when the inside was completed a number of years ago.

“I was very disappointed at the extra expense,” craft shop volunteer and Two Wells Regional Action Team president, Bev Smith-Trim said.

“Especially when we didn’t apply for grants, we did it ourselves without asking for public money.”

Ultimately, the colours were revised “which are more compatible to the era of the heritage significance of the courthouse,” Principal Conservation Architect Peter Wells said.

The colours still incorporate the light grey/stone wall colour, but now features a mix of earth/ochre colours rather than dark greys for stucco trims and other architectural features.

“We believe that the revised paint scheme will conserve the external fabric of the court house, provide a fresh paint scheme compatible with the late Victorian period of the building and also recognise the limited resources of the applicants,” Mr Wells said.

Two Wells Courthouse looking rather dapper.

Resident Jill Barclay, who was very concerned with the original chosen colours and who brought the matter to the attention of the council and the State Heritage Department thinks the introduction of the ochre colours really lifted the look of the courthouse.

“The mix of ochre, for the stucco trim and other architectural features, with the light grey walls and darker grey guttering and trim, was inspirational.

“It has transformed the tired old courthouse once again into a very elegant building - and it now blends very nicely with other buildings in the street,” she said.

On behalf of the Two Wells Craft Shop Team, Di Meaney would like to thank TWRAT for their support and encouragement for the re-painting project.

“Many thanks, also, to the many people who have kindly donated goods for re-sale, the proceeds from which have significantly contributed towards the cost of this restoration,” Di said.

“To all those who patronise our shop and

have continued to give us hope with their positive feed-back.

“Our appreciation and thanks, also go to the painters, B & S Leverink, for their patience and perseverance following the two month interruption to their painting schedule.

“They have done a magnificent job!

“And finally, to our wonderful Craft Shop volunteers, who, by willingly donating so much of their time, has allowed us to carry out the much needed face-lift of this stately and historic building, so it can continue to play an important part in the community.”

All is well that ends well.

The Two Wells Bakery and the Commercial Hotel are rumoured to be undergoing a paint job in the not too distant future also.

Luckily for the owners of the buildings, they are not State Heritage listed!

An extended awning has gone up around the bakery which will see extra seating area for customers.

Owners Haydn and Pauline Routley are looking forward to completion so as to accommodate their growing patronage.

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Broadening the horizons Bec O’Brien reports: Sixteen-year-old Two Wells resident, Matthew Dragon, is broadening his horizons on the trip of his young life to the Philippines this month.

A Year 10 student at Hope Christian College in Craigmore, Matthew is one of eight senior school students travelling to the country as part of the school’s Mission Exposure Christian expression program.

The 12-day trip from October 2-15 will see the students visit King Solomon Christian School in Manila, where they will learn about the daily life of the local children and help teach basic English and

literacy lessons as well as the word of the Lord.

Other activities the students will be involved in include assisting with food preparation for the poor, farm projects, visiting an orphanage, running an Aussie church service, and interacting with the community of people who are born and raised on a dump site.

Participation in this trip is voluntary but students had to submit an application outlining why they wanted to attend.

This will be Matthew’s first overseas venture and he is both excited and nervous about the experience.

“Being in a foreign environment will be challenging,” he said.

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Passport at the ready, 16-year-old Two Wells resident, Matthew Dragon, is currently in the Philippines as part of a school mission exposure trip.

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“But I think it will be amazing and eye-opening.

“I’ll get to see how other parts of the world live compared to how we do.”

Matthew and his classmates

are taking along food treats and writing resources to share with the Philippine children, and hope to have a few days to enjoy the broader culture too.

Safe travels Matthew.

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The Two Wells area will be subject to large housing developments in the near future, which brings property theft from building sites, so please remain vigilant and report any suspicious behaviour.

Two Wells police station is selling RFID blocking sleeves for $1 each.

These protect your bank cards from theft via pay wave systems.

Our next Neighbourhood Watch meeting will be held on Tuesday October 11 at 7.30pm at the Two Wells RSL, Old Port Wakefield Road (opposite the Empire Café). This meeting is a joint meeting with Mallala and Thompsons Beach.

We would love to see you With Lisa there.

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BLUE LIGHT

The next Blue Light disco will be held on Friday October 28, at the Two Wells Community Centre (behind the football club), from 7.30pm – 9.30pm.

Entry is $5, with drinks and souvenir accessories available for purchase from the canteen.

Please note this is a lock in event for children aged between 8 and 17 to keep and build rapport between youth and the local police.

Kids ensure to keep your entry ticket as we have some fantastic door prizes to give away.

This disco is Halloween themed and we would love to see you get into the spirit of the night and come dressed up in character.

Local Food – Local Owners – Local Jobs

Evelyn's go-to vanilla slice recipe Who doesn’t love a good vanilla slice recipe?

This month, Two Wells local, Evelyn Dyer, shares with us her go-to recipe when something quick and easy and delicious is called for.

Keeping up with the times, Evelyn makes her vanilla slice in the Thermomix but says it is just as easy to do on a regular stovetop.

“I can remember as a child my Granny making this as a treat, but of course, she didn’t have a Thermomix so she made it on the stove, and a wood one at that,” Evelyn laughed.

“Whenever I need to take a plate somewhere, I quite often take Vanilla Slices and everyone loves them.”

“My husband says I should take something else because people will think this is the only food I can make.”

We know there’s more to you than vanilla slice Evelyn, but thanks for sharing your easy and yummy recipe.

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VANILLA SLICE INGREDIENTS 90g sugar 75g plain flour or cornflour 3 eggs 750g milk Vanilla essence 1 pkt Sao or Lattice biscuits Icing sugar and pink colouring.

Coconut METHOD THERMOMIX Place sugar and cornflour or flour into TM bowl and grind for 20 seconds on speed 9.

Scrape down sides of the bowl.

Add eggs, milk and vanilla and cook for 10 minutes at 90c on speed 4.

STOVE TOP Place sugar, flour or cornflour, eggs, vanilla and a little bit of the milk and mix, gradually add the remaining milk.

Pour into a saucepan and cook on medium heat stirring constantly until it thickens.

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Two Wells lady golfers call the shots

By TWGC captain Paul Shields Photos by Darrell Thompson

Results from September 24 – Ambrose, AGM and 2016 Trophy presentations.

Sponsored by Two Wells Golf Club/ Coopers Brewery.

A great turnout with 20 players checked in for the final round of the Two Wells Golf Club season 2016 for the annual Ambrose and wind up dinner along with the presentation of trophies.

The Ambrose was extremely close with the off the stick scores only 3 shots difference.

Winners on the day were the awesome team of Leanne Brooks, Julie Holland, John Ball and Paul Shields, with the ladies calling the shots for the boys to lift their game to win with 69/58.

Andrew Baker, Jeoff Spackman, Hans Linford and Kathy Stubing close behind with 70/59.4 and third went to James Weir, Darrell Thompson, Michael Dimasi and Chris Baker with 72/59 ½ . J. Bowden, Adam Bail, Danny Smith and Yogi Frencken 71/61. Steve Kelly with son Jack and Ray Prior 72/61.7 The AGM was also held to ensure we had a good turn out and the following positions were filled for season 2017: President: Chris Girling, Vice President: Michael Dimasi, Secretary: Paul Shields, Captain was not required to be elected as Paul Shields has another year to serve.

Vice-Captain: Gary Payne, Bar Manager: Chris Barker, Grounds Manager: Gary Payne, General Committee positions: John Mills, Jeoff Spackman and Denis Hart.

The outgoing president thanked all the committee for their efforts during 2016 and acknowledged the efforts of Paul for filling three positions with the resignations during the year.

The bar work, with the Glenda and Chris team, was well received and appreciated by all who played each week.

Gary Payne as course manager was applauded for his efforts to maintain the course in difficult circumstances with storm damage, machinery breakdowns, excessive rain and weed infestation across the fairways during the course of the season.

John Mills was also acknowledged for his efforts with Gary most weeks to tackle the wide range of tasks allocated

by Gary.

Of course others such as John Ball, Denis Hart, Michael Dimasi, Andrew Baker, Jim Weir, and several others were thanked for their assistance as well.

A collective well done to all to ensure that Two Wells Golf Club was ready for competitions each week.

Captain Paul Shields thanked all the committee and the members for their combined contribution to ensuring that the TWGC was a successful club again.

A big thank you to all the sponsors of the Two Wells Golf Club - your support each year is greatly appreciated by the club and helps to make it run as well as it does.

We look forward to your ongoing support for season 2017.

Season 2016 trophy winners were: Monthly Medals: April: C. Barker, May: H. Linford, June: S. Grigg, July: J. Bowden, August: I. Clark and the Medal

of Medals: J. Bowden.

Ladies Saturday Competition: Julie Holland. Tommy Turners Burglars Pot: Hans Linford. Applebee & Belcher Trophy: Chris Barker & Darrell Thompson.

Bob Oxlade Memorial Trophy: Hans Linford. Dennis Shields Memorial Eclectic Trophy: Andrew Baker. Veterans Trophy: John Ball. R/Up: Paul Shields.

President’s Trophy: R. Hogg. R/Up: Gary Payne. Captains Trophy: Hans Linford. R/Up: Ian Clark. Club Trophy: John Ball. R/Up: Paul Shields.

Club Champion: Stuart Grigg. A Grade Champion: Stuart Grigg. A Grade Runner Up: John Ball. A Grade Nett: Stuart Grigg. A Grade Nett R/Up: John Ball. B Grade Champion: Adam Bail.

B Grade Nett R/Up:Arthur Christou. B Grade Nett: Adam Bail. B Grade Nett R/ Up: Arthur Christou. Putting Champion: Adam Bail.

Note the Match play will be played next weekend between Gary and Hans due to commitments the past few weeks.

On behalf of the committee I would like to wish all the TWGC members, sponsors and their families a safe and happy Christmas and New Year, with everyone back out on the course in February 2017 to start the pre-work for the working bees and season 2017.

A special thank you to Thommo who provides some great photos during the year for the club on the Facebook page and also for club history.

Ongoing results for the Championships and weekly rounds can be found on the Two Wells Website: http://twowellsgolfclub.com.au.

Two Wells ladies, back from left: Candice Emmins, Debra Lamont, Pauline West, Julie Holland, Leanne Brookes. Front: Judi Frost and Jen Rowe. INSET: Kathy Stubing.

Dennis Shields Memorial Trophy Eclectic Trophy: Gary Payne, Paul Shields, and Andrew Baker.

Enjoying the TWGC open day, from left, Jim Favotti, Colin Hall, Paul Candlish and life member Doug East.

Eleven-year-old Caitlin Dragon works her new horse Sabre as instructor Allison HolmanShepperd looks on.

Indoor dressage

Instructor Allison Holman-Shephard gives Kim Johnson some advice.

The Adelaide Plains Equestrian Club held a successful indoor dressage day last month.

Acclaimed dressage instructor Allison HolmanShephard once again took groups of three riders and their horses under her watchful eye, giving out instructions, advice and

encouragement to help both horse and rider improve and gain confidence to work together as a unit.

The event on Sunday August 28 at the indoor arena of BZ Equine in Lewiston was a great opportunity for many new horse and rider combinations to work in a quiet, relaxed environment.

For others it was all about exposing their horses to a new experience, that of the indoor area.

There are still a few APEC events left for the remainder of this year, including the popular two-day camp at Mount Crawford Forest, which was scheduled for last month but had to be postponed until November due to wet weather, a Come ‘N’ Try Western Dressage event in Lewiston with local horse trainers Kym and Candy Michaelis, a Flat Hack event also in November, and a beach ride at Pt Parham in early December.

For details or more information head to the club’s Facebook page or visit www. freeteams.com/apec.

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TWGC members Marg Maylin and Lily Konicek at the open day.

ABOVE RIGHT: Steve Rafferty sends one down.

RIGHT: Paul Candlish on the green.

Winner of the Bob Oxlade Memorial Trophy and Captain’s Trophy, Hans Linford.

Gary Shields, Paul Shields, Chris Barker and Darrell Thompson.

Bowls opens with trial game against Gawler Bec O’Brien reports: Rain earlier in the day didn’t put a dampener on the Two Wells Bowling Club’s annual season open day on Saturday September 24.

The club played a trial game against Gawler and is this year fielding six teams in a range of divisions for both the men’s and women’s competition.

Young club member and South Australian state representative, Bailey Rafferty rolled the first kitty to officially open the season, while Greg Giannikos, who is the club’s recently retired green keeper, rolled the first bowl for the season.

New players are always welcome at the club, which will once again stage twilight social bowls on Tuesday nights starting October 25.

Young and old and in between, beginner or experienced, all are welcome, 6pm for a 6.30pm start.

Flat soled shoes are a must, $7 per person includes snacks at the club.

Contact Irene Giannikos on 0417 810 029, email twbowls@bigpond. com or check out www.facebook.com/ twowellsbowls.

Any other information contact club president Phillip Devlin on 0407 256 860.

Craig Francis prepares to bowl during the open day.

TWGC president, Phil Devlin, on the green on September 24.

Summer sport just around the corner Bec O’Brien reports: Winter is behind us and many local clubs will be starting their summer season of sports this month.

It’s time to hang up your soccer boots, put away the hockey sticks and delegate the footy and netball to the bottom of the sports box.

It’s that time of year where the softball bat, tennis racquet, bowls and cricket balls make an appearance in households across the district, and clubs throughout the area are looking for new members, coaches and support.

Here is a snapshot of what is happening in our local summer sports clubs: • The Two Wells “T-Birds” Softball Club commenced training in mid-August, with their season in the Gawler and Districts Softball Association set to start mid-October.

Games are played on Saturdays at Karbeethan Reserve, Angle Vale, from 1pm.

Training is held at the Two Wells oval on Wednesday nights from 5.30pm.

The club is also hoping to field a t-ball team this year, which is aimed at 3-8 year olds.

This competition is also held at Karbeethan Reserve on Saturday mornings from 9am.

Contact club president, Sally Green, on 0400 943 249 for further information.

• Two Wells cricket club is again fielding men, women’s and hopefully two junior teams in the Para District Association.

The senior men’s competition begins on Saturday 8 October, with matches starting at 1pm.

The women’s competition starts on 17 October and matches are held on Monday nights from 6pm till 8pm.

The Under 11 junior competition is run on Friday nights and starts on 21 October.

The Under 13’s are on Saturday mornings, with competition starting on 15 October.

Training is on Thursday nights from 5pm at Two Wells oval.

For more information contact club president Devon Hardiman on 0402 775 952 or Leanne Pool 0402 423 493.

• Two Wells Tennis Club is hoping to field at least four junior tennis teams this season and is looking for new and interested players.

Matches start on Saturday October 22 for Division 3 and 4 teams then on Saturday October 29 for non-competitive Hot Shots league teams, and are played at various venues around the Gawler

and northern districts.

Hot Shots coaching will again be available this season for beginners and more experienced players with the club’s coach Haydn Leo on Tuesday nights from 4.30pm.

Training for junior teams will be on Thursday nights from 5pm starting week 1 of Term 4.

Anyone interested in junior tennis contact Marie Tapscott on 0419 838 929.

• Two Wells Bowling Club's 2016-17 season kicks off on Wednesday 5 October for the men.

The Open Gender Saturday competition begins on Saturday 8 October with the ladies first match on Thursday October 6.

New players are always welcome and the club will again stage twilight social bowls on Tuesday nights starting October 25 6pm for a 6.30pm start.

Young and old and in between, beginner or experienced, all are welcome.

Flat soled shoes are a must, $7 per person includes snacks at the Two Wells Bowling Club.

Contact Irene Giannikos on 0417 810 029, email twbowls@bigpond.com or check out www. facebook.com/twowellsbowls.

Any other information contact club president Phillip Devlin on 0407 256 860.

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Winner of the 50t Anniversary Medley Championship with a perfect score of 100/100, Noel West with LNGC President Barry Smith and Vice President Max Pontifex.

Overall High Gun winner with a score of 224/230 was Lynton Schubert with LNGC President Barry Smith and Vice President Max Pontifex.

Top day for LNGC anniversary shoot

By Marie Tapscott

C Grade was won by Ray Grimmond with a score of 90/100, second was Roger Pace on 86/100 and third was taken by Bob Thompson with a score of 84/100.

Junior High Gun winner for the day was Jack Tapscott with a score of 193/200, sponsored by Bob & Linda Andrews.

Bob Cook won veterans High Gun with a 192/200.

Sue Byrnes won Ladies High Gun with a 181/200.

The Overall High Gun winner was Lynton Schubert with a score of 224/230 sponsored

by John & Sue Byrnes.

The Lower North Anniversary Shoot saw the end of the MLM Challenge – a points awarded challenge between Mallala Gun Club, Lower North Gun Club and Mid North Gun Club over their three birthday shoots.

This year Lower North Gun Club again convincingly won it on 2008 points, followed

by Mid North on 1937 points.

The individual high gun winner for the challenge went to Mid North’s Des Mills who finished with 417 points.

The top shooter for Mallala was Wally Clarke and for Lower North was Sue Byrnes.

The next monthly club shoot is on Sunday October 30.

Any enquiries please contact the president on 0411 238 391.

Lower North Gun Club’s anniversary shoot on Sunday 25th September 25 saw a record 56 competitors attending from across the state.

They travelled from Mt. Gambier, Pt. Lincoln, Jamestown (Elsewhere GC), Barmera, Monarto, Mid North, SAGC, Southern Yorke Peninsula, International GC, Southern (Goolwa) and Mallala.

Club members were kept very busy but the day went smoothly and everyone had a great day.

The first event was a 25 target Anniversary Point Score Cash Divide.

AA Grade winners who shot 75/75 were Jack Tapscott, Des Mills and Dino Oliviero. A Grade winners with 72/75 were Rob Fleming and Robert Jacka.

B Grade winners were Vince Petraccaro with 71/75, and Barry Duncan and Trevor Bowman on 69/75.

C Grade winners were Rocko Spinella on 66/75 and Ray Grimmond on 65/75.

The second event was the 25 target Pasture Genetics $500 Handicap, generously sponsored by Rob & Ann Damin of Pasture Genetics.

Lynton Schubert won first place with a score of 29/29.

Second place was Robert Jacka on 28/29.

Third place was Rocko Spinella on 32/33 and fourth place was Bob Thompson with a score of 27/28.

The third event was the 50 target Anniversary Medley Championship sponsored

by Barry and Pamela Duncan.

Overall and first in A Grade was Noel West with a perfect score of 100/100!

First in AA Grade was Bob Cook with 147/148, second place was Ted Stringer on 146/148 and in third place was Des Mills with a score of 137/139.

Second in A Grade was John Bretag with 98/100 and close behind in third place was Ryan Foster on 97/100.

B Grade winner was Molly Bretag with a 90/100 score, with Barry Sims in second place with 87/100 and third place taken by Metro Martini on 84/100.

Winner of the MLM Challenge High Gun, Des Mills (right) from Mid North.

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A flair for calisthenics

Maddie, Tayla bring home first from Frangipani Challenge Bec O’Brien reports: Strength, poise, grace, flair and style.

These are just some of the many words to describe the skill of local calisthenics youngsters Maddie Sherriff and Tayla Hansen.

The pair has recently returned from representing the state at the Frangipani Challenge Cup in Darwin, where they took part in the junior competition as members of the SA Junior Development Team and placed first overall on aggregate.

Maddie has been involved with the Gawler Calisthenics Club for the past eight years, while Tayla has been a member of the Burton-based Jem Calisthenics Club for the past three years.

Students at Two Wells Primary School, both Tayla and Maddie competed in six calisthenics items at the September event including march, clubs, rods, exercise, aesthetic, and review.

“I like exercises best because you have to show lots of flexibility, do the splits, and be very strong,” Tayla said.

“My favourite is aesthetics,” Maddie added.

“This is more graceful and soft, kind of like ballet.”

The girls are now preparing for the state solo and duo competition, which will be held throughout October and November, where they will compete together in a 2-3 minute performance, as well individually in a solo performance.

Best of luck girls and congratulations on your efforts in Darwin.

Young calisthenics stars, Maddy Sherriff (above) and Tayla Hansen (right).

Bowls is go!

Young Two Wells bowling Club member and South Australian state representative, Bailey Rafferty (pictured right) rolled the first kitty to officially open the bowls season on September 24.

TWPS upper primary students, Maddie Sherriff and Tayla Hansen, represented the state in Darwin recently as part of the South Australian Junior Development Team.

Get involved this National Safe Work Month Everyone’s encouraged to get involved in helping to make their workplaces safe this October during National Safe Work Month.

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There are free resources to help you plan your own event – be it a toolbox talk, safety walk or host a guest speaker.

You can also ask a SafeWork SA work health and safety advisor to visit your workplace to provide practical advice.

For what’s on, information and activity resources visit safework.sa.gov.au/nswm2016.

To book a free advisory service visit safework.sa.gov.au or call us on 1300 365 255.

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