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Three CEOs, three Mayors, three Deputy Mayors in two years MARCUS Strudwicke (inset) left last Monday night’s Adelaide Plains Council meeting early, admitting he was “frustrated and a little insulted” after losing the deputy mayor’s position to “inexperienced” Two Wells Ward councillor, Mel

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Lawrence.

It was yet another leadership change at the council, which is under fire following the recent CWMS failure at Mallala and

mayor, Tony Flaherty’s public fallout with the state RSL. Since August 2014, Adelaide Plains Council has had three CEOs, three mayors, and three deputy mayors.

Mr Strudwicke felt the change in deputy mayor was a

poorly-timed decision.

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ABOVE: Virginia Primary School deputy principal Voula Pounendis (centre) with students Genna, 6, and Donnica, 5, and the gentle bears.

Bear care for kids following floods Bec O’Brien reports: A unique program to comfort children who suffered from the intense flooding that hit the Adelaide Plains in early October is having a positive impact at Virginia Primary School.

The Gentle Bears program, implemented by insurance company Gallagher Bassett (GB) was designed to emotionally aid children who suffer from traumatic events, such as serious traffic accidents and domestic violence, by diverting their attention from the immediate, distressing situation with handmade teddy bears.

With the support of Disabilities Minister, Leesa Vlahos, who is also the member for Taylor, the ‘gentle bears’ were recently delivered to Virginia Primary School and to the Red Cross volunteers at the Virginia Recovery Centre.

VPS deputy principal, Voula Pounendis, said the impact of the bears was felt immediately, referring to an incident with a child who had approached her to speak about some problems she was facing.

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RDA forecasts solid growth in district The Barossa Regional Development Australia (RDA) group met for their annual general meeting, Monday November 14 at the Gawler Racecourse.

The Barossa RDA focusses on the regions of the Barossa, Light and Lower North, the Adelaide Plains Council being one of four council areas that is included in the area.

Essentially, the organisation helps to facilitate regional economic activities and jobs growth, offering assistance for business growth and development.

Chairman, Ivan Chenning, delivered his report to the attendees addressing the importance of the work of the RDA in a “transforming and sluggish economic environment”.

Natalie Centenera reports: “From food tourism to bulk production, food is hailed as the new horizon with growing demand for South Australia’s fresh and safe produce,” Mr Chenning said.

Areas identified for future economic growth include the Northern Adelaide Plains food bowl, in particular around Two Wells and along Gawler River, which is anticipated to add significantly to local fresh light vegetable production through water infrastructure bringing treated water to an expanded area with significant jobs associated.

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Old Port Wakefield Rd, Two Wells Friday December 16, 2016 Pursuant to Section 33 of the Road Traffic Act 1961, the Adelaide Plains Council authorises the closure of; Old Port Wakefield Rd, Two Wells between Gawler-Two Wells Road and Drew Street from 4:00 pm to 9:30 pm on Friday 16 December 2016 for the Two Wells Christmas Street Party and Parade.

All vehicles exceeding 5 tonne will be required to detour the township via Mallala Road, Gawler-Two Wells Road, Brooks Road or Hayman Road as Drew Street has a 5 tonne load limit (emergency vehicles, buses, council vehicles and service vehicles exempt).

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earmarked for growth, and the region, which includes Mallala and Lewiston, is well positioned to be an important centre for equine events, services and education.

The population growth of the Two Wells area brings along substantial investment in aged care facilities and education, which will in turn bring employment opportunities.

Guest speaker, former SA Premier, Rob Kerin of the SA Economic Development Board also addressed the audience and gave a presentation outlining the economic challenges, successes and possible future direction of business in South Australia.

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Participants of the Christmas Street Parade are exempt of all road rules relating to pedestrian behavior, carriage of persons on vehicles or trailers and wearing of seatbelts during the time frames of the road closure.

For more details contact Adelaide Plains Council (08) 8527 0200 LS0012

Two Wells Ward councillor, Mel Lawrence, has stepped into the Adelaide Plains Council’s (APC) leadership circle after being elected deputy mayor last Monday night.

Cr Lawrence was elected to APC in 2014, along with Eddie Stubing.

He won the vote, five to two, over incumbent deputy mayor, Marcus Strudwicke.

Mr Strudwicke left the meeting following the vote.

Strudwicke ousting triggers early exit • From Page 1 “To be replaced by someone with no experience or understanding of the Local Government Act, I felt frustrated and a little insulted.”

“Stability has been an issue for us for quite some time but at some point the councillors have felt they could make that change, but to me it seems destabilising.”

Mr Strudwicke said the relationship between him, Mr Flaherty and CEO, James Miller, had been constructive.

“We had been working well in terms of the relationship at the top,” he said.

“I was surprised most councillors didn’t regard that as important or believed it carried any weight.

“The deputy mayor’s position itself doesn’t mean much to me, it was more so the relationship we had in place was working well.”

Despite the setback, Mr Strudwicke said he would continue to foster the relationship with Mr Miller and Mr Flaherty.

“These decisions happen, I’ve been to enough council meetings where decisions haven’t gone my way but you can’t let that bother you,” Mr Strudwicke said.

“I didn’t leave because I was angry or upset, I just felt frustrated.”

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Frahm’s festive display delights Looking for a great way to get you into the Christmas spirit?

Teresa and Jason Frahm of Angle Vale can help you along.

Each year their Christmas lights display has new features added, and they are pretty excited for everyone to see.

The lights turn on at 8.30pm every night, weather permitting, and will be lighting up until New Year’s Eve. “Jason and I have put months and months of hard work into this display,” Teresa said.

“We attend a weekend workshop once a year with other Christmas light enthusiasts to find out what new technology is coming in regards to lights and software, and also to show off what we have done the previous year.

“Jason and I began doing Christmas lights 14 years ago, it started with just one strand of lights on the gutter and from there I was hooked!

“I would go to the midnight sales after Christmas every year to pick up more lights to add to my display.

“Every year it gets bigger and better.

“We start putting up the display at the beginning of October.

“There is a lot of preparation before they can go out, I usually take two weeks off just so I can have them all ready for switch on, which is always pageant day, because that is the official beginning of Christmas.”

Teresa says all the light sets are numbered and stored on her computer so she knows exactly where everything is plugged in, in case there’s a problem.

“Last year we started with computer controlled lights,” she said.

“We have leaping arches over our driveway and this year we added the mega tree standing at 6.5 meters high, with 36 strings, and a total of 5400 pixels.

Natalie Centenera reports: “Each pixel can be individually controlled via a special computer program called X Lights. “We also have Santa in one window, checking his list, eating milk and cookies and waving to all the kids.

“In my other window I have Santa’s workshop, both are proving to be a huge hit with the kids.”

Teresa admits that it is a lot of hard work but it’s all worth it in the end when she sees the look and excitement on the kid’s faces and hears their squeals of delight.

“That’s what it’s all about,” she said.

“These days, times are tough for a lot of families, so we do this for to the community to give them just a little bit of joy.”

Just remember though, when visiting the lights, keep an eye on your little ones and keep in mind the neighbours.

Teresa is mindful of the homes near her display and asks that keen visitors don’t park in front of their driveways and or go traipsing on their front lawns.

If you would like to go and have a look, head to 24 Edmonds Road, Angle Vale.

Make sure you sign the visitor’s book, as Teresa loves reading what people have written and seeing the pictures the children draw.You can even take a sneak peek online at Teresa and Jason’s Xmas Light Display facebook page.

Teresa Frahm with Santa at her Angle Vale lights display.

RIGHT: Teresa and Jason’s son in front of the mega Christmas tree, a new feature added this year to their Christmas lights display.

Santa Clause in the front window, eating milk and cookies, checking his list and waving to the kiddies.

The display has been a popular drawcard for locals and visitors alike.

Mallala hospital becomes seasonal worker home Many Mallala residents were left wondering as to what brought a sudden influx of immigrants to the town at the start of October.

Confused residents took to facebook to ask questions and express bewilderment.

Unfortunately due to a lack of information surrounding the issue, some misunderstandings and incorrect assumptions had begun to circulate.

The former Mallala hospital site has been turned into hostel-style accommodation, after Council

Natalie Centenera reports: approval had been obtained, by developer Liam Stewart.

The site, on Aerodrome Road, is now a temporary home for the visitors who hail all the way from Vanuatu and are working at the D’Vine Ripe tomato factory on Germantown Road in Two Wells.

Labour hire company, Madec, is being used by D’Vine Ripe to source

the workers, whereby they complete a six month stint, and return home, giving another group of workers the same opportunity.

Immediate reactions to workers brought into the country are subject to the valid question of, why not employ Australians?

However, reliable labour from the domestic market is in short supply for such arduous employment, and unfortunately must be sourced from overseas.

The clearance procedure to work in Australia is extremely stringent,

so any worker arriving in Australia on a working visa can be appreciated to fulfil a much needed labour shortage and ensure the effective continuation of established businesses in the area.

The horticultural workers bring immediate economic benefits to the community by filling that labour shortfall and using local businesses.

They also offer a glimpse into another culture that residents would not usually be exposed to.

Strong attendance has been

seen at the local churches, as well as their being involved in various sporting activities, such as evening lawn bowls.

Initial negative reactions are simmering out as residents are coming to understand that nothing is to be feared from the new residents.

Any questions may be directed towards a new group that has been formed by members of the community called the ‘Vanuatu Friendship Group’.

Please email vanuatufriendshipgroup@gmail.com.

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Action plan a must for Kylie

November 25, 2015 is one date Roseworthy resident, Kylie Kemp will never forget.

Kylie, an administration manager at Two Wells-based company CIAA, had four horses roaming in her recently reaped paddock when the catastrophic Pinery fire blew through her property.

While the house was saved, and Kylie, along with husband Andrew and young son Thomas, were thankfully not trapped in its path, the same couldn’t be said for their beloved horses.

All the horses were caught in the flames and unfortunately, a week after the fire, their young pony and prospective roping horse Delta, had to be put down.

The other three horses, including Kylie’s fearsome barrel racing mount, Wyatt, were rushed to the Adelaide Plains Equine Clinic, (APEC) where vet Elizabeth Herbert and her team quickly got to work to save their lives.

Bec O’Brien reports:

Looking back, Kylie says there are some things she would have done differently.

“That day will forever be in my mind as one of the worst days of my life,” she said.

“I made some mistakes and if ever I was in that situation again I know now what I would do differently.”

Kylie says keeping aware of weather conditions and the potential ‘what if situations’ should be a priority for all property owners.

A bushfire action plan is a must.

“I had let the horses out to graze on the stubble for the day,” she explained.

“I hadn’t seen the weather and if I had of known the conditions forecast for that day I would never have let them out.”

Trying to catch her scared and frightened horses with a catastrophic fire bearing down was impossible so Kylie opened the gates to her arena,

grabbed her sons’ dog and decided to leave.

Kylie ended up in Kapunda with a friend and was not able to return home for several hours.

When she did it was with a heavy heart.

“When I saw my beautiful horses my knees buckled and I just cried.

“The guilt that I had to leave them and this was my fault was overwhelming.

“The next few hours, days, even months are a blur.”

Kylie’s grey horse Ash was by far the worst, with burns to around 85 percent of her body.

There were many times she thought ‘what am I doing?’ and it would be kinder to put her to sleep.

“But then I would go see her and she would give me a neigh and prick her poor burnt ears forward and I would know that she hadn’t given up on life so how could I give up on her?,” she said.

“Wyatt also had some ups and downs but like Ash he also never

gave up, and a few days before Christmas they got to come home.

“This was by far the best present ever!”

Wyatt is Kylie’s competitive barrel racing horse and remarkably, almost 12 months to the day after the Pinery fire, the pair competed at the prestigious Equitana event in Melbourne on November 18 having qualified as one of Australia’s top 25 barrel racers.

ABOVE: With burns to 85 percent of her body Ash was lucky to survive.

LEFT: Kylie and Wyatt at home 12 months after the fire.

Ash is still receiving treatment on one of her legs but according to Kylie has now found her ‘forever’ home.

“She is an amazing creature and I personally think she is Australia’s toughest horse and would be worthy of Australian of the Year,” she said.

“The Pinery fire of 2015 is something that is going to live with me forever, the scars are deep but we will be ok.”

Ridley mill rebuilt after supplier hit by fire Fire encroaching upon Ridley mill at Wasleys.

LEFT: The destroyed Ridley mill at Wasleys in November 2015.

RIGHT: The final touches on the rebuilt facility at Wasleys were completed this month.

Ridley mill at Wasleys services the pig and poultry industry, and is an integral part of the food chain.

When fire swept through the plant on November 25th an incredible effort by staff and the extended industry was beheld, ensuring the welfare of their customer’s animals remained a priority.

Tim Hart, managing director and CEO of Ridley Corporation, said “our initial priority was that all employees were safe and well, and once that was confirmed our people responded with a high level of capability and diligence.”

Once the safety of staff was assured, the welfare of the animals was paramount, and this involved delivering feed to them as quickly as possible.

Immediate damage to the mill was the loss of the main storage shed, and silos surrounding this shed, which accounted for 1,150t of grain storage lost.

Electrical supply to the feed mill was extensively damaged including complete loss of the main switch boards to 50 percent of the facility, which meant the site could not manufacture feed.

What followed was a complex plan to co-ordinate orders and deliveries from multiple sites, planning and executing the re-build and sourcing of grain and raw materials.

Other Ridley feed mills located at Murray Bridge, and the Victorian site

Natalie Centenera reports: at St Arnaud, both played critical roles in providing a seamless service for their customers and put on extra shifts to ensure feed was made and delivered.

The Baiada feed mill located in New South Wales at Hanwood and the local Big River feed mill were also an important part of the immediate solution.

“The relatively seamless outcome for our stakeholders is testament of the Ridley culture, the resilience and dedication of our people and our commitment to the industry and our customers,” Mr Hart stated.

The re-build was completed in three stages, with the first stage being the repair of essential equipment and electricals.

Stage one was completed just four weeks after the fire, allowing the mill to produce feed at a limited capacity.

The second stage involved the connection of the two grain silos and activating the grain intake pit, and stage three involved the re-build of the premix shed, installation of new liquid tanks, and further grain storage.

Finishing touches were completed in November 2016.

A year on, and the site is back to full capacity.

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Trips to the beach helped Cheyanne recover from her burns.

ABOVE: Cheyanne with young rider Neveah Hawles on board four months after the Pinery fire.

RIGHT: Veronica and Cheyanne compete at the Lower North Zone Pony Club Championships.

Bears a comfort for flooded families

Cheyanne’s brave return to the equestrian arena For Two Wells Equestrian and Pony Club member Veronica Betts, the Pinery fire nearly took her best animal friend – her horse Cheyanne.

Caught in the blaze at her Barabba property near Hamley Bridge, Cheyanne and another of Veronica’s horses, Brandy, went through at least two fences in their panic to get away from the flames.

Veronica was stuck at Roseworthy due to the many road closures and was unable to get home to help her beloved horses.

Once the fire had passed through the property -thankfully leaving the house and sheds intact - Veronica’s neighbour rushed the horses to the Roseworthy vet clinic.

Bec O’Brien reports:

They were the first horses there and suffered bad burns to their faces and chest as well as cuts on the legs and burnt tails and manes.

“They were in a serious condition,” Veronica explained.

“We had to put ice bags on their hooves to cool them off, so they wouldn’t get laminitis, and treat their smoke inhalation.”

Despite all their efforts, sadly three days later Brandy succumbed to her injuries and had to be put to sleep.

“It was touch and go for Chey-

anne for about a week also,” Veronica said. “She was not eating, got colic and dropped weight.

“She would only eat carrots (but) after seeing her everyday and giving her carrots, she eventually ate more than just carrots.

“Her recovery only went up from there.”

Four weeks later Cheyanne was well enough to head home, where she had to endure daily bandage changes and a special rug to keep the flies off her.

Three months after the fires Veronica took Cheyanne to Semaphore beach to swim in the healing salt water and another month later, she was amazingly able to compete

in her first show at the TWE&PC Gymkhana with young friend Neveah on board doing a few small hack classes.

Veronica and Cheyanne later took part in their first real competition since the fire, the Lower North Zone Pony Club Championships, which was held at Gawler River – and the pair was selected to represent their zone for the state competition at Narracorte in October.

They helped their team to finish 2nd overall.

Veronica says the journey over the past 12 months has had many ups and downs and Cheyanne still has a little way to go but the road ahead is bright.

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Mrs Pounendis had to leave the student in her office with the bears to attend to another matter; and when she came back, found the child crying while hugging a bear.“I was lost for words,” Voula said.

“The student asked me where the bear had come from, and I explained about the Gentle Bear program. “‘The person who thought of this is truly amazing,’ the student said, before suggesting that we have a few bears in the counselling room.

“I experienced firsthand just how quickly the bears can make a difference in a student’s life.”

For young VPS students Genna and Donnica, the gentle bears were a big hit, with huge smiles lighting up their faces whey they received their bears.

The girls couldn’t wait to take them home and were looking forward to being able to give them a cuddle whenever they felt like it.

BUCKLE UP ! s n u B y e Hon KEEP THE BROMANCE ALIVE.

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

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, Phone 8520 2100.

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Church times

Anglican Church Services St Peter’s Mallala 1st Sunday of the month 10am December 4 10am January 1 10am February 5 Contact: Nita Noble 8527 2303 St Paul’s Two Wells 10am December 11 9am December 18 - No Service at Two Wells (joining in with Uniting Church, Mallala - Christmas in Song Service 7.30pm December 24 Christmas Eve 10am Jan 8, 15, 22 & 29 Contact: Di Meaney 8520 2308.

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

kennel & obedience club A DEL A IDE P l a i n s K e n n e l & 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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

All welcome

Windsor Christian Church - Sunday evening 5pm - 7pm, Windsor Institute Hall. Ph 0427 572 237.

Community bus

Community Bus, return trip to Elizabeth City Shopping Centre, Only $5 return (kids free), Next bus: November 19, 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 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.

Mallala Foreshore Advisory Committee

Mallala Weight WatcheRs

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

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.

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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 Wells Probus Club

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.

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Time Out Craft Group at Two Wells.

Meet Wednesday’s fortnightly, from 10am to 12noon Hart Memorial Hall, Two Wells. In Recess til February. Contact Di Meaney 8520 2308.

Two Well Lions Club

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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 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 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 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.

Two Wells United Kids Two Wells United Kids is a fun Christian-based group open to children aged 7y.o to Year 7 held every Thursday afternoon from 4.30pm-5.30pm at the Two Wells Uniting Church Hall. For a gold coin donation, there’s lots of games, craft, activities and of course discussion. More information can be found at facebook.com/ TwoWellsUniting or contact Tim Littleford on 0466 330 556.

Two Wells United Youth

Two Wells United Youth is an engaging and interactive Christian social group for children aged 12 years old to Year 12. The group is based at the Two Wells Uniting Church and offers a casual gettogether every Wednesday from 5pm-6.30pm where everything from the bible, football teams, friendship groups and favourite foods is open for discussion. $3 includes tea. More information can be found at facebook.com/ TwoWellsUniting or contact Tim Littleford on 0466 330 556.

Uniting Church Australia 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.

Uniting Church Australia 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.

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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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.

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Job Accelerator Grant Scheme Green Team members (front) Jack Lawes, Jake Vontholl, Kurt Wakley and Christopher Ward, with (back) Adelaide Plains Councilor Joe Daniele, Pt Adelaide Enfield Council environment project coordinator Craig Hughes, Green Army project supervisor, Mark Webb, APC’s Warrick Barnes, Green Army coordinator Darren Kennedy and APC development and community general manager Rob Veitch. Absent Christopher Landherr and Vashti Drardi.

With: Bev Smith-Trim The November Meeting of the Regional Action Team was held and several items were discussed but owing to some absences others were deferred.

Since the meeting we have had the good news that one of our requests to the Adelaide Plains Council has been approved.

A new “disabled” car park is to be provided on the eastern side of Old Port Wakefield Road.

This is to assist infirm community members when they need to access the chemist.

Other drivers please STAY OUT OF THIS SPECIAL PARKING AREA. Remember that the disabled parking area near the Post Office is also not for general parking.

Thank you to the Adelaide Plains Council for responding so quickly to our request.

While on the subject of parking: the driveway to the Two Wells Craft Shop is marked with a yellow line and the words “NO STANDING”.

This means that you must NOT park in front of this driveway at any time – not even to just go to check your private post box.

You are breaking the law by parking there and could be fined.

You are also inconveniencing the volunteers of the Craft Shop as they need to enter or leave their parking area.

Not long now until the Christmas Parade – Friday December 16th is the date.

The craft contest is: a colouring contest for the little children and for all other aged groups to make a Christmas themed dream catcher.

The sheets with the colouring picture are available at the Craft Shop.

We look forward to your entries being brought to the Craft Shop before the day of the parade or to the Old Council Chambers by 4pm on the day.

We look forward to welcoming our special guest for this year Amanda Blair. Being involved in the media and many community groups and events makes Amanda an ideal person to come along and see our community on parade.

Please make her very welcome.

Remember that Old Port Wakefield Road will be closed to traffic (other than Emergency Vehicles) from 4.30pm until 9pm.

Come along and make the Christmas Parade and Street Party one of the best ever.

Some new stallholders have registered and we welcome them to our Christmas Celebration.

On behalf of the hard-working Two Wells Regional Action Team I wish all members of the community a wonderful Christmas and the best of wishes for a safe, happy and prosperous 2017.

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Green Army declares war on noxious weeds Throughout this year the Green Army has slowly but surely been doing its bit to rid our coastlines of noxious weeds and revegetate fragile ecosystems and sand dunes.

The Green Army is a small group of volunteers working to put into action the Northern Coastal Action Plan, which outlines conservation priorities and threats across the Samphire coast, stretching from Pt Adelaide all the way up to Pt Parham and Thompson Beach.

Working in conjunction with four council areas, including Port Adelaide Enfield, City of Salisbury, City of Playford and Adelaide Plains Council, as well as the Natural Resource Management Board of Adelaide and Mount Lofty, the team has planted more than 12,000 native seedlings.

The group has also put in more than one kilometre of fencing to protect eroding sand dunes along the Samphire Coast and walked more than 100 kilometres logging data and recording birdlife, as well as animal and feral pest numbers.

Bec O’Brien reports:

On Thursday November 10 they celebrated their graduation from the program with a barbeque at the rotunda near the library in Two Wells.

Speaking of his involvement in the project, Green Army supervisor, Mark Webb, said it was encouraging to see young people taking an interest in the environment around them.

“It’s great to see people come together like this for a common cause,” he said.

“Some of these young people are beginning to really appreciate what we have here in our region and they’ve been tenacious in their endeavours.”

“It’s enlightening to see the difference you can make,” added Green Army participant Christopher Ward.

Congratulations to all Green Army graduates including Jake Lawes, Jake Vontholl, Kurt Wakley, Christopher Ward, Christopher Landherr and Vashti Drardi.

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Bingo!

CWA girls know to have fun It was fun and laughter all round at the Two Wells CWA bingo night on Friday October 28.

Numbers were down on the two previous events, all of which have been held at the Two Wells Bowling Club, but that didn’t deter the gathering from having a great night – or spare them from the funny antics of bingo caller Shirley Thompson (shout out to scarf lady in particular!).

With lots of great prizes up for

Bec O’Brien reports: grabs participants were hopeful it would be their lucky night.

Members of the young CWA branch are gearing up for their first appearance at the popular Two Wells Christmas street parade next month.

Plans for a stall filled with lots of homemade gifts and edible goodies is on the cards, so keep an eye out for them on December 16.

ABOVE: Ready for a good night at bingo was Vanessa Goodson and sister-in-law Bec McDonald.

RIGHT: Bingo regulars Hannah and Sharon Callow of Lewiston.

LEFT: Enjoying the bingo was Kelly and Julie Tennant of Two Wells.

BELOW: Enthusiastic and funny bingo caller, Shirley Thompson (left), with Del Applebee, who donated one of her prizes (a much-soughtafter Christmas cake) to Shirley.

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Book Review 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 enjoy the segment and are provided with an opportunity to engage with some books that you might never have though to pick up and read This month’s book is The Girl of His Dreams by Donna Leon.

If you love murder mystery, then you will easily take to this novel by Donna Leon.

The Girl of His Dreams is the 17th book in the Commissario Guido Brunetti series.

Leon’s mysteries have won legions of fans for their evocative portraits of Venetian life.

In her novels, food, family, art, history, and local politics play as central a role as an unsolved crime.

The ‘girl’ of the title is a ten-year old who drowns in a canal, believed to have fallen from the roof top of the building above.

On her are items that clearly were stolen.

Did she meet her death by accident, or was she murdered?

She is just a child and Brunetti’s sympathies cause him to pursue the truth and persist through every obstacle set in front of him, by both the community of Gypsies and by his own superiors.

Book Club members enjoyed the read, both the murder mystery genre that it fits into as well as the author’s comments and asides about the changing face of Venice.

In particular how the city is coping with the influx of migrant and tourists, leaving the older Venetians, at times, feeling as though the face of Venice is changing too fast.

There are also oblique references to the changing values of the Venice society as it is moving well into the 21st Century.

The descriptive passages are well written and readers can easily visualise the scene the author is creating.

Some members suggested that a map should be included to make the navigation of the canals and geographical sites easier to follow.

It is an easy, ‘light’ read as the narrative effortlessly flows.

Perhaps it would make a good Christmas stocking filler to read over the holidays.

Two Wells Echo, December, 2016

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A fruitful passion for produce A day in the life of Dublin greengrocer, Michael Dimasi n What is your name and what is your occupation?

Michael Dimasi. I am a Produce Marketer, otherwise known as a fruiterer or greengrocer. I am the owner/ operator of Dublin Fruit and Veg, along with my brother Frank. n How long have you been in this industry?

10 years, but my family has worked in the industry for as long as I can remember. Frank and I took over their business. My grandparents would even grow their own produce. n Describe your usual day, starting from when you get up to when your head hits the pillow.

I wake up at 2.30 am on market days, which are Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

I need to get to Pooraka markets to purchase our products, and then head back to Dublin to unload the truck whilst setting up the shop, ready for our opening time of 8am.

I have come to know the wholesalers in Pooraka well and enjoy catching up with them, even when it is so early in the morning.

You have to get to know where your produce is coming from to give the best to your clients. Throughout the day I serve customers and continually restock the shelves.

vegetable isn’t confined to seasons anymore. Importing and growing innovation has changed this.

Obviously with so many big supermarkets being built, many small fruit and vegetable traders have disappeared. We always try to buy local produce and steer clear of imported goods. n What do you enjoy about this occupation? Have you enjoyed any particular highlights throughout your experiences?

I enjoy interacting with people.

We have come to know our locals and enjoy catching up with them when they walk through the door.

We also have a lot of travellers pass through town sharing their experiences, so there is never a dull moment!

n What studies/requirements do you need to fulfil to be able to do this type of work?

There are no studies required to do this job, you just need to show an initiative in the industry and gain some experience. However, being good at addition is a big help as well as having a business mind!

n What advice would you give to anyone who is looking at entering this industry?

If you are a morning person, have good communication skills, enjoy interacting with people, and can withstand long hours this could be a job for you!

n What type of changes have you seen in the industry?

People aren’t buying in bulk as much as they used to. Fruit and

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With the Fire Danger season starting on 15 November (to run until 30 April 2017), now is the time to ensure properties are prepared and bushfire survival plans are in place. It is hard to believe 12 months have gone by since the devastating Pinery fire; I felt very honoured to be asked to speak at the Pinery Community Commemorative event on 25 November.

Rebekah Walker and son Koby, 5 of Dublin, with friend Laura Andrews and her threemonth-old daughter Lily.

Bec O’Brien reports:

Residents at Mallala have opened their hearts and their pockets to help raise funds for one local family following a popup shop sale event of small businesses on Thursday, November 17.

Organised by Karin and Jayne Tiller two well-known and loved Mallala girls - the event was a great success with more than $600 raised in support of 31-year-old Brian Wright, who was recently diagnosed with MS. Brian’s wife, Alicia, and their daughter Katie, 5, dropped into the Mallala Institute to visit the collection of stalls and was overwhelmed by the support.

“It’s been a bit of a whirlwind journey but we’re getting there slowly,” Alicia said.

“The community support has been fantastic since Brian was diagnosed in June this year.

“It’s been amazing really.”

LEFT: Having a catch-up were Yvette Jenkin of Mallala and Sharon McArdle of Owen.

I was in Adelaide on fire day, and travelled through the fire ground the next day, and from that day and in the year since it has been clear to me that as a regional community the Adelaide Plains has dealt with the tragedy and devastation in such a magnificent way.

From the effort made to save and protect lives and property; the immediate support and recovery efforts; the caring shoulder for those who lost loved ones and property; and the ongoing support in rebuilding – it all has been nothing short of inspiring and gives me--and the rest of Australia--the knowledge that as a community we can deal with and overcome all.

In State matters, Voluntary Euthanasia has been the topic I have been most contacted about since my last column. As you would all be by now aware, debate on the Private Members Bill (the Death with Dignity Bill) in Parliament on 15-17 November culminated in its defeat by the casting vote of the Speaker after some eight hours of clause by clause examination. I supported the 2nd reading of the Bill believing it was important the discussion occurred, and remained in the chamber for the entire debate and asked many questions. For me, the principle AND the detail is equally important -- and this is for all matters. I very much valued the extensive feedback received over recent months from the Goyder community, via letters, emails, phone calls and face to face discussion, and assure all their thoughts were considered in me reaching the decision to not support the passage of the bill. The Hansard transcript of this debate (and my speech) is available on www.stevengriffiths.com.au T h e c h a n g e s t o re c re a t i o n a l f i s h i n g rules announced on 2 November have understandably sparked concerns, particularly from tourism operators. I was very disappointed Minister Bignell ignored my recommendation made months ago for an economic impact study to be done before making any decisions.

The debate on whether or not we should have a high level nuclear waste dump also remains topical. I believe the clear majority No vote from the Citizens Jury process is evidence the ability to obtain the social license required has been lost. Further, the financial risks outlined in the Parliamentary Select Committee investigation are beyond the capacity of South Australia to take a risk on.

Enjoying the pop up sale were Mallala girls Sharna Wildbore and Donna Charleson.

Pop up sale organisers Jayne Tiller (left) and Karin Tiller (right) with Alicia and Katie Wright.

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Mallala students pay their respects MallalaRSL commemorated Remembrance Day at the Mallala War Memorial with a service attended by many townspeople and the Mallala Public School.

Father Bart O’Donovan delivered the Requiem and the Benediction before the Last Post was heard and a minute’s silence was observed.

Wreaths were laid by the Mallala RSL Sub-Branch, RAAF, Mallala Council, Mallala Museum and Mallala Primary School.

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Harvest has finally begun and it appears we are still on track for record yields which will assist some farmers to offset losses from storms and hail. Now two months on from the flooding event, PIRSA recovery programs continue to operate from the Virginia Horticulture Centre (ph. 0484 327 667) and the Recovery Hotline remains open (ph. 1800 302 787).

The Catafalque Party surrounds the Mallala War Memorial with Mallala Public School students solemnly watching.

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Two Wells Remembrance Day, November 11, 2016 Bec O’Brien reports: The annual Two Wells Remembrance Day service was held on Friday November 11 against the fitting backdrop of the peaceful Two Wells War Memorial Gardens.

With roses in full bloom and bathed in warm spring sunshine, around 60 people gathered for the service to pay tribute to those soldiers lost fighting for our country.

Local RSL president, Tony Flaherty, led the brief but poignant service.

Poppies were handed out as wreaths were laid in honour of fallen Australians and in appreciation for those who are currently still serving.

Members of the Two Wells Scout Group and the Two Wells Primary School’s Student Action Team formed a guard of honour near the WW1 memorial monument as a minute silence was held following the playing of the Last Post and both the Australian and New Zealand national anthems.

Mr Flaherty read the popular and moving Unknown Soldier poem and spoke about the importance of the next generation continuing to honour, respect and remember Australian service men and women.

“It’s been fantastic to see so many children here today,” he said.

“We’re really proud of your attendance, of you all (and) I know the veterans especially are.”

After the service refreshments were served back at the RSL clubrooms, with people taking the opportunity to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and have a chat about their links to the armed forces and war history.

Lest We Forget Forming a guard of honour was members of the Two Wells Scout Group. PHOTOS: Bec O’Brien

Kathy Kain (centre) drove all the way from Sedan to attend the service and honour her fallen soldier cousin Scott Smith who was killed in action in 2012 and has a memorial stone in the gardens in his honour. Kathy is pictured with Two Wells locals Kevin and Di Henwood who sponsored Scott’s stone.

Two Wells Primary School students, from left, Ben, Kirra, Ruan and Cody, remembered those animals lost to war.

INSET: Bayleigh and Brodie McColl place flowers at the Two Wells War Memorial Gardens.

Former Two Wells resident, John Hummel, now living in Wallaroo, attended with grandson Ethan Hummel, son Travis Hummel and Bianca McLean.

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Thank you for supporting our young ‘Army’ I mentioned previously that I was supervisor for the Northern Samphire Coast Green Army Project working along our coastal landscapes.

Within this project we worked across four council areas including Pt Adelaide Enfield, Salisbury, Playford and Adelaide Plains Councils.

Our team erected and fixed fences planted over 11,000 plants and surveyed most of our coastal areas logging pest plants and pest animals on to GPS, and helped remove an estimated 6 tons of rubbish.

Our project finished recently and I believe the participants involved have made significant impacts in the better management of our coastal regions.

They have made some great friends along the way, gained new skills and knowledge, which will lead them into future job op-

portunities.

I personally would like to thank our communities for the support you have shown to these young people.

Your support has given these young people confidence in themselves and as a team.

On 27 October, the Environment Minister Greg Hunt announced Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary National Park - Winaityinaityi Pangkara (pronounced Wee-nay-chi-nay-chi Pan-ker-a).

The Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary (AIBS) covers an area of 2457 hectares of land.

The (AIBS) encompasses over 60km of coastline from St Kilda,Port Gawler, Middle Beach, Port Prime, Thompson Beach and Parham.

The AIBS is a vital link as it is located at the southern end of the East Asian-Australasian Flyway

Two Wells, Lewiston & Districts Landcare Group With Mark Webb

(EAAF),which is one of the key feeding and roosting sites for migratory birds that use the flyway each year.

Birds fly from as far as Siberia and Alaska, passing through 22 countries.

More than 5 million birds each year use the East AsianAustralasian Flyway (EAAF) with an estimated 27,000 birds calling bird sanctuary home.

I believe AIBS is an investment in our children’s future, and one that can and will secure ecological and economic sustainability for

our region.

To find out more please visit ‘Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary’, ‘Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary Collective Action Group’, ‘Adelaide and Mount Lofty Ranges’ and ‹National Parks› Facebook pages.

Working together we can and do make a difference.

This is a bold statement but I have worked across many sectors with many people and together we have made many opportunities for people to get involved.

Never underestimate the value you play in enriching our young people’s view on our environments.

The Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary offers many opportunities for our regions and working together we can make significant impacts in protecting our coastal environments.

Last month I was involved in the Aussiebird count.

For 20 mins I counted the birds on my block.

Only when you stand back and spend some time looking and counting the different birds that visit your patch can you appreciate what you have achieved.

Without your involvement many of these birds would not be visiting if you never provided the right habitats for them, such as plants that provide food and shelter, or a water source such as a pond.

I counted 15 different species from black birds, Corellas, Magpies, Murray magpies, and Willy wagtails, to New Holland honey eaters, Wattle birds and Rosellas, just to name a few.

All this in just 20 minutes of watching the environment around me.

The information I collected tells me that my block provides opportunities for these birds to visit and if they are visiting mine they are visiting my neighbours and their neighbours.

I guess what I am trying to say is that we all play a vital role in creating our own piece of paradise and when you do, it encourages other people to appreciate the nature around them.

Our future depends on these young people valuing what we have today so we can have it tomorrow.

The Adelaide pageant has been and gone and now the heat and flies are here saying it is December, and Christmas is fast approaching.

To keep the garden looking good, remember to maintain your housekeeping; water deeply, sweep the paths, remove fallen fruit and compost, G weed, mow the lawns and keep your secateurs close at hand.

The wisteriaAMATEUR vines at this time of the year tend to develop T GARDENER a mind of their own so to keep them under control prune the long wispy tendrils.

Geraniums and pelargoniums need to be deadheaded and pruned, only lightly, but to encourage another flush of roses; in a few weeks deadhead the spent blooms.

Do not compost your rose prunings, but rather put them in the green recycling bin and if you see black spot on the leaves also remove and bin these leaves.

Some roses are more susceptible to black spot so if you are planning to buy new plants next year read the AMATEUR E label carefully, ask about the susceptibility and perhaps GARDENER choose another.

Two suggestions for December flowering perennial plants are Phlomis Fruiticosa (Jerusalem Sage) and Ageratum fruiticosa (Floss Flower).

Jerusalem Sage grows to maybe a metre with furry, aromatic grey leaves and will thrive in poor soils with minimum water requirements.

The bright yellow flowers appear in wholes near the top of the stems, are long lasting and maybe picked for indoors.

Just prune back to half the size in April.

The Floss Flower is an old garden favourite which requires more water than the Phlomis but is still fairly water wise and may become as tall as two thirds of a metre.

The light mauve flowers are a magnet for butterflies and will grow in part shade or full sun. Ageratums appreciate a light deadheading and a gentle prune to keep them at their best.

Until next month- may you all share in a safe and happy Christmas. – From the Amateur Gardener.

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Cathy, Beau, Josiah Hamann Partnership in Learning at Horizon Christian School reflects the belief that every child should have access to a high quality education.

For students with particular learning needs, strong partnerships between the school families and with specialist Allied Health workers mean that carefully tailored individualized planning can take place, “When we utilize the expertise of Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists and Educational Psychologists, we are able to develop rich, informed plans that promote student growth and success” said Horizon Principal Mike Clisby.

Horizon has a strong team of Education Support Officers (ESO’s) who work with students from Foundation through to Year 12 in a variety of ways including one to one, small groups, in class support and in the withdrawal learning centres; ‘The Shack’ for primary students and ‘The Hub’ for secondary students.

Horizon has encouraged and supported its ESO team to access further study and training tailored to addressing a variety of student’s needs.

A strength of Horizon’s program of supporting students with particular learning needs is in the quality of the partnerships built around caring for each child. Principal Mike Clisby said, “We are continually working hard to share information in our partnerships between staff, parents and families to help students learn and grow”.

Beau, the autism assistance dog, has been a wonderful support for Josiah, Year 2 student and son of Mark and Cathy Hamann. Beau was funded through the National Disability Insurance Scheme. The application to get Beau was supported by Horizon in partnerships with Allied Health workers. Perhaps a ‘fruit’ of this partnership was that Beau was the first autism assistance dog provided outside the metropolitan area. Beau is a great support to Josiah.

Horizon’s Special Learning Needs Coordinator Julie Lawson said, “It’s a pleasure to work with a team of dedicated people who care for and support our students and I love seeing lives change amongst our students and families”.

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ESO team: Back L-R: Julie Lawson, Lisa Veitch, Peta Smith, Joanne Takacs.

Front L-R: Karen Chapman, Karan Franks, Tanja Haasbroek, Judith Buckerfield.

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Lewis Georgaras and Jai Bunker (back) with (front) Alexia Georgaras, Mackenzie Thomas, Jayla Slack and Indiana Perry.

Cassandra Knevitt gets a lift from friends Charlotte Palmer, Ella Jeffers and Hannah Brient.

Spooky theme for Halloween disco Bec O’Brien reports:

Another Halloween, another tribe of vampires, witches, skeletons, zombies, ghosts and scary masks descended upon Two Wells at the annual Blue Light Disco on Friday October 28.

Around 150 young people gathered at the spookily decked out Two Wells Community Centre to hit the dance floor to the top tunes hitting our airwaves this year.

Many took great care and effort to create wonderful Halloween-inspired costumes, with clever and over-the-top make-up included.

Winners took home a swag of great prizes including a Vivo watch, clock radio, chromecast, speakers, iPod shuffle, gift cards and drink vouchers.

The final Blue Light disco for the year will be held on the night of the Two Wells Christmas Street Parade on Friday December 16, starting at the later time of 7.30pm.

Enjoying the Halloween-themed Blue Light was Kai-Leigh Wilson, Brooke Walton, Cameron MacPherson and Olivia McDonald.

Jazzy Holland, Shaniya Neindorf and Kasey Sinfield.

Johnny Ashby, Brayden Calvett, Jayden Redpath and Ben McFarlane.

ABOVE: Beau Plummer, Lachlan Plummer, Cody Plummer, Michael Paterson, Adam Roling and Alana Healy.

RIGHT: Hitting the dance floor were Sophie Zachoryj and Charli Calvett.

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Kirra Robinson, of Two Wells, was a costume winner at the Blue Light.

Costume winner Carla Harris with Ella Goodson.

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Lesley and Robin Trevilyan, with the cruise captain and manager.

Second set of Two Wells found half a world away Former Two Wells locals, Robin and Lesley Trevilyan (now of Angle Vale), in front of the “Two Wells” sign they spotted in Zagreb, Croatia.

The Two Wells in Zagreb, Croatia.

A chance encounter by former Two Wells locals Robin and Lesley Trevilyan half a world away has revealed another set of “two wells”.

While travelling through Croatia recently, Robin says they “stumbled” onto a small town called Konjscina, which is north of Zagreb, where they spotted a set of wells not dissimilar to those built here in Two Wells.

“Our host for that day trip was Ivana of inZagreb and Ivana’s Dad had travelled to Mallala and noticed our wells and decided to do something with his town’s two wells, which is adjacent to their property,” Robin explained.

It turns out Ivan Muhovec (Ivana’s dad), was visiting his mother’s farm just outside of Blyth and was reminded of the wells in his

Bec O’Brien reports: home town of Zagreb when passing through Two Wells.

The story of how the wells were initially built goes something like this - one part of the village wanted a well, while the other didn’t, however, once the well had been dug the others wanted to use it as well - typical human nature of not wanting to invest at first but wanting to profit- but then they weren’t allowed to so the other half had to dig a new well too.

Robin and Lesley spent some weeks travelling through the countries of the former Yugoslavia, Czech Republic and Hungary.

A highlight for the pair was a seven-day cruise in the Adriatic Sea.

As we head into the Christmas and New Year holidays I hope you get to spend some quality time with family and friends.

Crazy day of messy play

LEFT: Playgroup SA development officer, Melanie Baker (right) and Callum, explore the water activity with Two Wells Playgroup coordinator Claire Priest and her son Lincoln, 4.

Bec O’Brien reports: It might have looked like a bit of a free-for-all at Two Wells Playgroup on Tuesday, November 8 with mess everywhere, but it was all in the name of learning through fun, messy play.

Celebrating hands-on, sensory and immersive activities, the interactive session encouraged children and their carers to create with aromatic playdough, cut rainbow spaghetti and play with water.

Smelling of cinnamon and passionfruit it was a wonder the playdough wasn’t gobbled up!

The rainbow spaghetti however, was a different story!

Luckily Playgroup SA development officer Melanie Baker was on hand.

Melanie said the messy play session was aimed at encouraging children aged 0-5 years to use their senses to explore the world around them, saying the water activity was always popular with those in attendance.

“Messy play is more about that sensory experience,” she explained.

“It’s great for language development, there’s different textures to explore and it’s a good way for young children to socialise.”

Other skills championed through messy play include hand-eye-coordination, fine motor skills and pre-writing skills.

“They’re learning without even knowing it,” Melanie said.

“And this is a wonderful opportunity for mums to interact and share their stories.”

Judging by the smiles on everyone’s faces, the messy play session was a hit with everyone.

Two Wells Playgroup meets every Tuesday during the school term at the Two Wells Primary School hall from 9.30am-11.30am.

For more information contact coordinator Claire Priest on 0413 814 047 or look them up on Facebook.

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LEFT: Threeyear-old Logan Gosnold enjoyed the aromatic and sensory playdough.

It is also important to thank all of those people and groups in our community who will be working or volunteering over the holiday period to make other people’s Christmas holidays better.

It is amazing how many people demonstrate their care and compassion by giving to others not just at Christmas but throughout the year.

Over the last 12 months we have seen such amazing community response to the natural disasters of the Pinery Fires and the recent storms and subsequent floods.

This Christmas season I encourage everyone to acknowledge the significant contribution of volunteers in making our community what it is.

RIGHT: Wearing a huge grin after his experience with “messy play” was 18-month-old Steiner Nessling of Lewiston.

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Double Take Who ate all the pies?

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memorates the day in 1948 the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

December 18, International Migrants day.

With ever increasing numbers of migrants moving throughout the world, the UN General Assembly declared the 18th December as a day to celebrate the role of the migrant and the contribution that migration brings to development.

Seems more of the state now knows what us Two Wells locals have knows for ages, that you can’t beat Two Wells Bakery for a good pie. The bakery recently won a radio-run competition searching for the best pie in the state with its popular Lamb Shank pie.

Run by Fresh 92.7 FM breakfast team of Ben and Liam (Ben Harvey is a Virginia local who’s also known to have graced the Melodrama stage here in Two Wells for a time or two), the comp saw the Two Wells Bakery vying for top spot from Bakery on O’Connell’s Nutella Heart and the Port Elliot Bakery’s Green Thai Curry pie. The Lamb Shank got the bakery over the line. Pictured here ****** is owner Haydn Routley taking a selfie with Ben and Liam shown in the centre and wife, Pauline on the right. Congratulations guys.

Serving up Meals on Wheels for Years Congratulations to Two Wells Meals on Wheels volunteers Maria Pellizzari and Anne Stoddart (pictured below) who were presented with service medals for their contribution over many years to the organisation at the groups’ AGM on Monday November 21.

The ladies are part of a small group of committed volunteers who continue to deliver fortnightly meals to an ever-increasing client base in Two Wells, Lewiston and surrounds.

However, more volunteers are much needed.

If you’ve ever thought about wanting to lend a hand somewhere but have limited time, then this could be the perfect fit. Working in pairs, volunteers are rostered to pack and deliver the meals once every six weeks or so. Training and support is offered for all new volunteers and it’s a great way to meet new people while providing a much-needed service. Contact Pam Duncan on 0409 002 201 for more information.

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There’s a lot happening in the month of December if you’ve a mind to keep track.

Here’s a few dates to consider: December 1, World Aids Awareness Day, wear a red ribbon.

December 5, World Soil Day. World Soil Day celebrates the importance of soil as a critical component of the natural system.

Put Dirt Girl on ABC Kids and ‘get muddy’.

December 9, International Anti-Corruption Day, aims to raise public awareness of corruption and what people can do to fight it!

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Two Wells lost well-known couple Gloria and Bill Milton, residents of the district for more than 40 years, who passed away within six days of each other in late September and early October. Both were aged 92.

Mr and Mrs Milton initially lived at Tea Tree Gully, where Mr Milton grew up, before moving to their farm at Port Gawler in 1974.

Over the years they developed it from a bare property with no fences and only six trees, turning it into a showpiece of fertile paddocks by making use of bore and recycled Bolivar water.

Mrs Milton was an avid gardener who led the greening of the property and this was complemented by Mr Milton’s skills as a builder, who constructed all of the infrastructure, including a sprawling house.

Mr Milton was active in several community organisations, among them the Country Fire Service at Tea Tree Gully and Two Wells (volunteer, life member and recipient of National Medal with two bars); Two Wells Bowls Club (president, life member); the 2/9 Div. Cav. Aust. Army Regimental Group Association (president, life member), and the Aust. Volunteer Coast Guard (SA).

He was a regular at Anzac Day and Remembrance Day commemoration services in Tea Tree Gully (a life member of TTG RSL) and Two Wells.

In July 2000, he carried the Olympic Torch in recognition of his community service.

For a period, Gloria Milton was a member of Two Wells Community Advancement Association, a forerunner of Two Wells Regional Action Team.

Along with the late Mrs Mary Freeman of Middle Beach,Mrs Milton judged the monthly Two Wells Garden Awards

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Happy, Happy Birthday

If you have been involved with tennis in Two Wells over the past 40-odd years then you need to get your hands on the club’s newest history book compilation.

As well as recounting the club’s ups and downs over the many decades there are some fabulous photos from “back in the day”, including one showcasing a rather short-skirted well-known local tennis legend!

If you would like a copy of the book please contact Di Meaney on 0427 616 301 or email meaney014@ gmail.com.

A big happy birthday to lovely Two Wells local Judi Frost, who celebrated her 70th birthday in November. Judi’s immediate family celebrated with her and husband Malcolm with an overnight stay at the Novatel Resort in the Barossa Valley. Judi also enjoyed a lovely meal at celebrated Tanunda eatery, Ferment Asian, and is looking forward to continuing to explore this big state with more caravan trips. The caravan was only purchased this year and has already had a good work out with four trips under its belt including to Marion Bay and the Riverland.

Enjoy your travels Judi.

Gloria and Bill Milton

for several years. It was her love of writing and poetry, which introduced her to an appreciative audience.

Her lyrical and rhyming poetry was well received by eager readers through the Bunyip newspaper.

Many of her poems were collated into a book, “The Ram’s Revenge”, published in 2000.

One poem – the Galloping Jersey – was a placegetter in a poetry competition run by the Stock Journal in the 1990s.

She also tried her hand at writing a romance novel, “Dane’s Lady”, which was judged among her friends and family as a ‘good read’.

The farm was sold in 2009 when Mr and Mrs Milton were aged 86 and maintaining the property was beyond them.

Mr Milton oversaw building a new house in Two Wells where the couple lived until January 2014, when dementia meant Mr Milton had to move into Eldercare in Evanston Park.

Mrs Milton continued to live independently at home, tending her garden, doing her own shopping, and regularly driving to Gawler to visit Mr Milton.

On the morning before the terrible storm, which ravaged South Australia,

Mrs Milton suffered a blackout at home.

Found by neighbour Sharone Mutch, Mrs Milton was taken by ambulance to Lyell McEwin Hospital, where she gradually lost consciousness from what doctors described as a ‘massive bleed’ to her brain.

She passed away peacefully the following afternoon – September 29 – with family by her side.

When told his beloved wife Gloria had passed away, Mr Milton seemed to accept the news, but his frail health failed him within days and he passed away just six days after his wife.

A joint funeral was held at Taylor and Forgie in Gawler on Thursday October 13, followed by private interment at Echunga Cemetery.

The Echunga district was home for many of both Mr and Mrs Milton’s relations, as well as birthplace of both their mothers and Gloria herself.

Mr and Mrs Milton are survived by their children David, Peter and Kay, and spouses Helen, Kathy and Mark, as well as five grandchildren Anthony (and fiancée Renee), Benjamin and Sally, and Kimberley and Courtney.

The family thank all family and friends who assisted during the difficult days surrounding Mr and Mrs Milton’s passing.

They particularly thank many caring staff at Lyell McEwin Hospital and Eldercare, whose professional and compassionate support was outstanding.

They also give credit to the staff at Taylor and Forgie for exemplary understanding and assistance, especially consultant Lee Cousins and celebrant Robyn Dennard.

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American experience for locals Anne Arbon reports: Some call it a ‘holiday,’ but it was really a six-week ‘experience.’

Eleisha, Anne and Robert Arbon together with Sarah Groom (also of Melodrama fame) and her mother Chris, took 11 flights, two coach tours, a train journey, self drive and many taxis forms of travel to visit the USA, leaving in September 2016.

Starting in Los Angeles, viewing how ‘the other half live,’ then on to Las Vegas to check out how ‘another half play’ and visiting the huge Grand Canyon in between, was our first experience of the US. The sheer size of the canyon from our helicopter then boat cruise is staggering.

Driving through Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, and staying in Tombstone (Wyatt Erp fame) amongst the cactus and mountain views, one could almost see the cowboys and baddies along with the coyotes of long ago movies.

After the big cities of Dallas and Houston, the shopping and rodeo in Fort Worth with its Longhorn cattle parade, was excellent.

Flying into New Orleans (or Nuoooorleeyans as the locals call it) was a very hot and a steamy weather change.

The nightlife of eating gumbo and jambalaya and listening to all kinds of jazz, played in and on Bourbon St was great.

An extremely loud and fast airboat took us to beautiful swamp scenery, and later, visits and a dinner to plantation homes including ‘Oak Alley,’ as featured in many movie sets.

After a dinner cruise on the ‘Natchez’ paddle wheeler down the Mississippi, we were off to Elvis country in Memphis.

Graceland, Sun Studio and Studio B, are a huge testament to the ‘King’.

We also visited the Memorial of

LEFT: Robert, Anne and Eleisha, at ‘Oak Alley’ Plantation. And BELOW: Dinner at Southern Plantation – Robert, Sarah, Eleisha, Chris, Anne

Anne with Elvis’s piano at RCA Studio B Memphis.

Martin Luther King, in Atlanta and learnt some of this man’s huge commitment and struggle.

Nashville was brimming with music vibes in The Grand Ole Opry.

Savannah (fried green tomatoes are not my favourite!) and Charleston were very beautiful cities with beautiful old homes.

New York, with its bright Times Square lights, is bustling, fast, loud, but surprisingly safe, friendly and comfortable.

We took in ‘The Colour Purple’ and ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ on Broadway.

The contrast was a very sobering visit to the twin tower memorials.

We climbed 163 steps to the Statue of Liberty crown, walked Central Park and took photos from the top of the skyscrapers.

Boston’s ‘fall’ colours are amazing.

We bussed into Canada to get soaked from the mist of the very loud Niagara Falls.

An even wetter experience was the cruise to the base of the falls…..the supplied ponchos were way too short!!!

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of the USA was informative and Washington excelled. The Obama’s weren’t home, but we visited anyway…well just to the back door!!

The Monuments and War Memorials are exceedingly well presented as well as Arlington Cemetery and it’s Changing of the Guard protecting the tombs of the unknown soldiers.

Chicago was a very clean and friendly city.

We took in the gangster and speakeasy tours reminding us of its colourful past.

We have a million car museum photos that Robert took – his highlight!

A flight to Mt Rushmore and drive to Deadwood to eat at the pub where Wild Bill Hickok was shot, of Calamity Jane fame, then onto San Francisco.

The architecture of this earthquake city is delightful and the strong contrast across the bay visiting ‘Alcatraz’ made an interesting combination.

All things come… and the return home was the end of a magnificent tour.

A wonderful exciting country filled with very friendly and warm people and we were sad to learn that cyclone ‘Matthew’ had flooded the Savannah area after our departure.

The Americans were amused with our distinct South Australian accent (we were often called English).

The most they seem to know about us is the huge sharks, nasty snakes, or do the Kangaroos really run around?

Also “so how big are your knives??”

We assured them that the sharks are only in the water, snakes are quiet company unless provoked and kangaroos hop.

And of knives………BIG! Travel is so enlightening, and the US a very interesting country. We recommend it.

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With its ideal location between the north and city, you could arrange to meet family and friends for a meal, and then stay the night in the comfy airconditioned motel accommodation, with single or double rooms, or a flat available.

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From Sunday to Friday, check out the different daily specials, while Saturday night will see something special - the Chef’s Choice!

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The festive season is almost upon us, so if you’re thinking about catching up with family and friends soon, Two Wells Tavern-Motel is the place to go.

With a relaxing atmosphere, great food and friendly service, the family friendly tavern is the ideal place to go for lunch or dinner.

You can enjoy your meal in the dining room or out in the beer garden, which is ideal in warmer summer months.

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Maddy’s adventure Twenty-year-old Two Wells resident, Madeleine Seccafien, recently went on the trip of her young life. For two months she was a camp leader and counsellor at an American summer camp and following this, toured the country with her best friends. Here she retells some of her camp experiences and her introduction to America culture.

Travel Diary with Madeleine Seccafien

I left for the greatest adventure of my life on June 4, to become a camp counsellor for two-and-a-half months in Pennsylvania, USA. After months of planning, it was time to leave and at the time I wasn’t nervous until the drive to the airport.

Getting on that plane was the scariest thing I’ve had to do.

Twenty-three-and-ahalf hours of flying by myself, getting through four airports, customs, being bomb tested in L.A., all with only an hour between each flight and having to run from plane to plane.

After all this I landed in Newark Airport in New Jersey and I then had to find my way to a hotel.

Arriving in America, they found it difficult to understand my accent, which became hard at times but thankfully I survived the first night in the hotel room. The next day I made my way to camp.

The first week of camp, I was extremely quiet and anxious but it was easy enough to make friends with the other counsellors as we had to live and

breathe with each other for the next few months. Once the children arrived, I met a wide range of children from the ages of 7-17.

The next two months with the children was both amazing and challenging.

I looked after 14 children from the ages of 7 to 9 years old, and I became their guardian along with three other counsellors.

Being a camp counsellor involved a lot of routine including getting the children up in the morning, making sure they brushed their teeth, hair, put sunscreen on, cleaned their bunk area and made their bed.

Then the counsellors would take them to their activities for the day, organise meals for them and make sure they ate – all this before lunch!

In the evening we would take the children to dinner, supervise while they showered, washed and brushed their hair, and then take them to canteen (yes, the children got canteen every night), get them to brush their teeth again, tuck them into bed and repeat this each day.

Times were definitely

Madeleine Seccafien (second from right) at Disneyland with best friends Rachel Lange, Samantha Stevenson, Kate Lange and Stephanie Seccafien.

Madeleine Seccafien with some of the young American children she helped care for at camp. challenging with children not knowing how to make a bed and then crying when they were asked to.

Many had nightmares in the middle of the night and it wasn’t uncommon for one of the counsellors to take them to the health centre at 1am because they had vomited on the floor.

Though these times were testing, I wouldn’t have changed it.

I knew that America would be different to Australia, however, I was still shocked about how

different we really are!

Originally people found my accent so strong and sometimes found it hard to understand my Australian slang and me.

In the mornings I would ask my campers to get ready, get your thongs on, they all responded, what?

Within two weeks I was calling them flipflops.

They didn't know what a jumper, sunnies and sand shoes were.

Even though I had to

change my words, they too began to know what I meant and translate what I would mean.

The campers commonly asked me what college I went to.

I tried explaining that in Australia we don't have college, where we leave and move away from our families and live in dorms.

They found it crazy that people still lived with their families and could go to university and wouldn't be too far away from home.

America is known for its greasy food, which always looks great but after three months I couldn't wait to get home and have lamb roast and fresh veggies.

America doesn't have much lamb available, it's all beef and pork!

At camp the food was very unhealthy, everything was covered in oil and fat, making me constantly feel sick, however the campers where used to this food.

They had fruit loop, coco pops and lucky charms available for breakfast everyday!

Bacon was often offered, and oil would be dropping off of it.

One day at breakfast we had some bacon and then they began to put maple syrup on it.

I asked them what they were doing to the bacon, that was normal for them.

Often when I had a day off of camp I would ask for a side of vegetables because I missed fresh vegetables so much.

Whilst looking after the campers I often had to help my girls get their medication, which most

children have.

These kids always had medication and knew where to get it from.

We had nurses and doctors at camp for the entire duration of camp.

When a child had a sore stomach or temperature they immediately gave them 20 parasols and sent them off and commonly my eight-year-old campers would ask for it.

I found it intense how much medication these kids had but it was very normal to them.

My time at camp in America was a fantastic experience. I met some amazing children who I can’t wait to see again.

I also got to meet some amazing people from all over the world including England, Scotland, Ireland, Africa, Argentina, Japan, Mexico, Brazil and many more.

These people become some of my best friends in such a short period of time.

Those are the memories I will forever remember.

Though it was different it was still amazing to experience their way of life and see how different our cultures are.

Local fans treasure a visit from Rachael Natalie Centenera reports: The Two wells Library held its last author event for the year at Two Wells Bowling Club at the start of November, the event heavily attended by fans of the guest author.

“I write every single one of my books from a place of love,” stated author Racheal Treasure, who is most famous for her fictional rural romance novels.

“However my latest book is very different, it is a memoir, my story.”

Racheal’s first novel, ‘Jillaroo’, published in 2002, is now considered one of Australia’s iconic works of fiction, leading other authors to identify Treasure as the leader of the contemporary rural romance genre.

However, her experience and education in the agricultural industry is more extensive than that of writing love stories set against the backdrop of wheat fields, shearing sheds and combine harvesters.

She studied agriculture, worked as a rural journalist,ABC radio broadcaster, professional wool-classer, part-time vet nurse, farm manger, jillaroo, a working-dog trainer, and is also the recipient of Tasmania's rural woman of the year award for 2007.

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Her latest book, ‘Down the Dirt Roads’ was born from a significant event in her life.

“Six years ago, I left my husband,” she explained.

“However it was my ex-husband who was asked by my father to stay on and manage the family farm.

“My world fell apart.”

In her early 40’s Racheal was forced to start all over again from scratch, but admits this one thing has turned out to be the best thing to have ever happened to her as a woman.

“What it made me realise is that our agricultural systems don’t support mother-nature, in the same way that a lot of us aren’t supported as women,” she said.

“But this is not a bloke bashing campaign by any stretch, as the blokes are caught up in this big system.”

Racheal’s passion is interlaced with humour as she mesmerized the audience who came to hear her talk all things romance, speak about soil composition and farming practices.

“What I have noticed over 30 years of studying agriculture is that the tractors are getting bigger, the companies that are selling the fertilisers, pesticides, herbicides and fungicides are getting wealthier and the farmers are getting poorer,”

she explained.

“Our soils are blowing away, we are at war with mother nature, and we don’t even see it.”

‘Dirt Roads’points out that we are all interconnected, stating “every single living thing in life is connected”.

Racheal says her book is a “mother’s way of finding a future to farming that is healthy to everyone”.

“Politicians ignore our farmers and rural communities,” she said.

“People don’t understand the food production systems.”

Racheal believes this book is actually part of the answer to agriculture and changing our food systems for the better, the answer being that we mimic Mother Nature.

“Dirt Roads is a manifesto for change, an uplifting book that showcases how to change the agricultural industry for the better,” she said.

“I’m hoping that this book will herald change in every person that reads this.”

A huge applause was offered from all those in attended, before fans lined up patiently to individually meet Racheal and have her sign their new book.

Racheal commented that the crowd was a chatty, colourful bunch and that being a country girl, “I really feel like I’m amongst my clan”.

Above: Huge fangirl, Kellie Jones, meets her literature idol, Rachael Treasure.

Left: Vanessa Smith from Wasleys, “I’m a big, big fan.”

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Musical horses at popular annual TWE&PC event Bec O’Brien reports: It was almost four seasons in one day when Two Wells Equestrian and Pony Club held its popular musical ride day on Sunday October 30 but this did not deter riders, spectators or the horses from having a great day and showcasing some great riding skills under trying conditions.

In what is becoming a highlight of the year for many members, the musical ride day basically comprises riders riding a dressage test to music.

Making this type of event unique is the fact there are costumes of course, for both horse and rider, and many entries were clever in both their outfits and choice of music.

Some of the songs played included Hey Mickey, A Whole New World, YMCA, Fireworks, Stitches, Brown Eyed Girl, Love Story and the theme song from the Game of Thrones.

In the costume department Minnie Mouse rode, as did a few princesses, a fire truck, a witch, a rabbit, a couple of clowns and a

few skeletons.

Pop singer Taylor Swift even made an appearance, as did Jasmine from the Disney movie Aladdin!

The more regimented drill team events were a great display of skill, timing and control as teams of two; four and even 10 riders took part in both junior and senior drills.

These drills showcased good musicality of horse and riders, as well as teamwork and concentration.

Pony Club Association of South Australia vice-president, Diana Birmingham, attended the event and was supportive and enthusiastic about the fun format of the day.

“It’s just such a great family day,” Mrs Birmingham said.

“It really is a wonderful event and a terrific way to have a lot of fun with your horse.”

The club will wrap up its year with its annual patch day on December 4 followed by its Christmas break-up celebration on December 11.

For more information visit the club’s website at www.twepc. com.au.

Dressed to impress were young riders Maddy Levison, 5 and Dean Palu, 5, pictured here with mums Jess Rechner and Sam Paul and ponies Mr McGregor and Hally.

Right: Rocking the sunglasses was pony Hazel, with TWE&PC member Mackenzie Geister on board and mum Kelly Geister as support crew.

Above: Travelling from Barossa Valley Pony Club were young riders Sophie Scholz on Bella and Lara Manning on Dolly.

Above right: Decked out in a cool skeleton costume for both horse and rider was TWE&PC member Taylor Urand.

Decked out in a cool skeleton costume for both horse and rider was TWE&PC member Taylor Urand.

Kayla Healey in action.

Right: Young Lily Paul rode with her Granddad and TWE&PC president, Pentti Puro in a pairs drill event.

Below: TWE&PC member Marcus Richardson with sons James, 7, and Tommy, 3 and pony Licorice.

Lily Paul, with mum, Amy Puro Paul dressed as princesses.

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LNGC October winners (from left) Vince Petraccaro, Brett Duncan, John Clark, Bob Cook, Dennis Lymn, Grant Carter, Jack Tapscott, Max Pontifex, Angus Tapscott, Peter Claridge, Molly Bretag, Darren Inge, John Bretag.

LNGC November winners (from left) Robert Marcionni, Jack Tapscott, Eric Parletta with his son, Angus Tapscott, Greg Tapscott, Wally Clarke, Troy Johnson, Layne Pontifex, Grant Carter, Stan Keen and Bernie Greenshields.

Tapscott, Parletta take the chocolates October Lower North Gun Club held its October club shoot on Sunday October 30 in cold, wet, windy and miserable weather conditions.

Despite the wretched weather, 29 shooters travelled from Southern Yorke Peninsula, Jamestown (Elsewhere GC), Monarto, Mid North, SAGC, International GC, Mallala and Bordertown.

Tapscott Rural Fencing supplied meat for the BBQ lunch along with salads and excellent service from the canteen girls- Pam, Janiece and Marie.

The first event was a 50-target Central Zone Continental Point Score Championship sponsored with meal vouchers by Yum Yai Thai Restaurant.

Overall and 1st in AA Grade was Angus Tapscott with a score of 145/150.

Second in AA Grade was Dennis

Lymn with 143/150.

First in A Grade was father-to-be Brett Duncan on 138/150 with Max Pontifex in second place with 135/150.

B Grade winner was Vince Petraccaro with a 129/150 and Molly Bretag took second place with a 122/150.

Shaun Callaghan won C Grade with a 123/150 and Grant Carter took second place with a 120/150.

The second event was the 50-target Tapscott Rural Fencing Double Barrel, generously sponsored by Greg and Marie Tapscott of Tapscott Rural Fencing with $50 and $25 meat trays for the winners.

Bob Cook won first place in AA Grade with a score of 60/62 with John Bretag very close behind in second place with a 59/62.

Darren Inge won a Grade on 45/50 with Garry Read in second place with a 45/51.

B Grade winner was Vince Petraccaro with a score of 48/50 with Peter

Claridge just behind on 45/50.

Grant Carter won C Grade with a score of 45/50 with John Clark in second with 43/50.

Junior High Gun winner for the day was Jack Tapscott with a score of 185/200 sponsored by Bob & Linda Andrews.

Dennis Lymn won veterans High Gun with a 189/200.

The Overall High Gun winner was Angus Tapscott with a score of 191/200 sponsored by John & Sue Byrnes.

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Lower North Gun Club held its November club shoot on Sunday November 13 in horrible wind that tested the shooters skills.

Despite the weather, 23 shooters travelled from Southern Yorke Peninsula, Monarto, Mid North, International GC and Mallala.

The event was a 100-target Lower North Double Barrel Championship

generously sponsored by Heatcraft.

Overall and 1st in AA Grade was Eric Parletta with a score of 98/100.

Second in AA Grade was Angus Tapscott with 96/100.

First in A Grade was Greg Tapscott with a score of 94/100 with Wally Clarke in second place on 90/100.

B Grade winner was Robert Marcionni with a 91/100 and Bernie Greenshields took second place with 87/100.

Troy Johnson won C Grade with an 87/100 and Grant Carter took second place with an 85/100.

Junior High Gun winner for the day was Jack Tapscott with a score of 95/100 sponsored by Bob and Linda Andrews.

Stan Keen won veterans High Gun with a score of 87/100.

A special Achievement Award went to Layne Pontifex, our newest junior shooter!

– By Marie Tapscott

Left: Bob Cook won a $50 meat tray for a score of 60/62 and is presented with his prize by sponsor Greg Tapscott of Tapscott Rural Fencing.

Above: Angus Tapscott won overall and 1st in AA Grade for the 50 target Central Zone Continental Point Score Championship sponsored by Yum Yai Thai Restaurant.

Left: Winner of the 100 target Double Barrel Championship, Eric Parletta who shot an impressive 98/100 in the wind.

Right: New junior shooter, Layne Pontifex received the Achievement Award.

Junior cricketers following in dads’ footsteps It has been a month of up and downs for the club.

SACA are running the MILO T20 blast for children 7 -12 at the Two Wells Oval most Wednesdays, with it starting back up again in early January from 6pm to 7.30pm.

Head to Milo T20 blast on the web to find out more information.

Reading the results of the cricket games, anyone would think it was the 90s again with names like Henwood, Pellizarri, Dimasi, and Spurling.

It is great to see the next generation of players following in their father's footsteps.

Under 11 Oct 28: Eastern Park travelled to Two Wells and fielded first. Alex Daly retired on 25 and Blake Harris made a handy 12 not out to see Two Wells bat out their 25 overs, scoring 6 for 94. Eastern Park made 132 with the loss of 2 wickets. Michael Daly took one wicket while the other one came from a good piece of fielding.

Nov 4: Angus Spurling took 1 for 13 and made 12 runs in an all round effort against North Pines. Even though Two

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Report: Devon Hardiman TWCC President Wells didn't get the points they show signs of improvement every week, just the same as last season.

Nov 11: Jacob Pellizzari and Alex Daly put on a 30-run partnership in the early stages of the home game against Craigmore. Blake Harris also made 12 to see Two Wells finish 7 for 81. Angus Spurling took a wicket on the last ball of the night to finish 1 for 8 off 3 overs. Craigmore finished 3 for 112.

Nov 18: Two Wells notched up their first win of the season against Salisbury West. Two Wells posted a total of 99, which was always going to be tricky to defend however Angus Spurling took 4 catches to leave Salisbury West 5 for 90 off 25 overs.

Under 13 Oct 15 and Oct 22: The under 13 side had their game drawn due to the condition of the wicket at Dublin.

Oct 29 and Nov 5: Two Wells hosted North Pines and bowled the visitors out for 139 in under 40 overs. Alex Daly

was the main wicket taker with 3 for 6 off 5 overs. Cooper Henwood also helped with 2 wickets for 15. Jarrod Presland (43) blasted 9 boundaries off 15 balls to guide his side to 177 providing them with their first win of the season.

Henwood brothers Cooper and Dylan with Conner Barnett also made it into double figures with 17, 14 and 16.

Nov 12 and Nov 19: It wasn’t a good day at the office for Two Wells as they didn't manage to get a wicket against Craigmore 'blue'. They also made 2 for 72 from their overs.

Women Oct 31 and Nov 7: Two Wells once again travelled down to North Pines to take on the Redbacks.Having dropped a couple of critical catches, which may have turned the game around to aTwo Wells victory, Two Wells managed to bowl North Pines out for 200 with the "old cheese" Leanne Pool taking 2 for 24. Monica Keynes took 2 for 12.

That weekend, opener Heidi Bergen married former men’s all rounder Darren Applebee up at Bungaree Station outside of Claire. Showing true loyalty Heidi decided to take

her honeymoon the day after her cricket match.

Most of the women got a start with the bat however only Kerry Poole (25) and Leanne Pool (54 not out) made a noticeable impact. Leanne Pool could have made a century but ran out of partners with the team finishing on 169.

Nov 14 and Nov 21: With Heidi still on her honeymoon, Two Wells had to bring in a secret weapon, debutant Mel Sochacki. Mel was one ball away from taking a hat-trick but had to settle for 2 for 36 off 6 overs. Leanne and Bec Pool finished with two wickets each, Central United finished with 6 for 189. Two Wells started well going at over a run a ball at one stage but tight bowling and superb fielding saw the runs dry up causing wickets to be lost at crucial times. Two Wells all out for 88 off 20 overs.

Mens Nov 5 and Nov 12: With a proper wedding on this game there were a few ring-ins again with the game against Riverside. Fielding a player short made things difficult for Two

Wells, however Lachlan Goss and Joshuah Osborne both took 4 wickets each, which saw Riverside complete their innings on 231. I’m not sure the circumstances of the remaining of the day’s play but Two Wells at stumps were 7 for 19. I may ring up Triple M's Rush Hour during the week for the duck club segment so I can claim the prize again.

In the second week they had to play short again due to Dylan Wise being hospitalised with appendicitis and Will Hart getting the case of the sooks up. Weather conditions were terrible but even pending rain couldn't save the day for Two Wells, which had them losing the game outright.

Nov 19: New recruit Caleb Edmead boosted the batting line up with 92 runs and put on a 163-run fifth wicket partnership with Will Hart, who finally made his maiden senior century after last year's heartbreak of finishing on 97. After the start to the season let's hope the boys are back on track after posting 299.They already have Central United 4 for 28.

I hope everyone stays safe during the Christmas break.

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Swags and slack hacks; APEC riders kept busy

Report: Bec O’Brien Photos: Rebecca Antoney-Black

The Adelaide Plains Equestrian Club had a busy November, conducting two events in the space of a few weeks.

The club’s rescheduled camp at Starkey’s in the Mt Crawford forest area on November 5 and 6 was a great success, with many taking the opportunity to camp in swags and tents alongside their floats and horses.

Riding trails throughout the forest were held over the two days catering for both the beginner and more advanced skill levels.

On Sunday November 20 the group also held its first Slack Hack event.

This event was designed to give participants an introduction to showing but with a more “laid-back” format.

There was also novelty games such as bending, can race, sack race, walk, trot, run race as well as a Texas barrels timed event and an obstacle course.

Riders were also given an opportunity to demonstrate their Western riding and horse groundwork skills.

While the weather was extremely hot attendance was still good, with most classes scaled back in length to get through the program quickly.

Following the conclusion of all events the club put on a free sausage sizzle and held its AGM. There is one more event planned for the year, a beach ride at Pt Parham in December.

Visit www.freeteams/APEC for more information or look them up on Facebook.

Above: Carley Robery during the bending event.

Right: Young rider Maddison O’Brien receives a blue ribbon from judge Ellen Steyn for smartest on parade for riders Under 10.

Far right: Sonia and Tommi Van De Kamp enjoyed the ride through the forest.

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Winning the fancy dress class for riders under 10 years of age at the Slack Hack event was Tommi Van De Kamp.

Left: Robyn Warren before heading off through the Mt Crawford forest on a trail ride.

Right: Kimberley Ballaco hits the trail at the APEC camp event.

Below: Bronwyn Waters takes part in the senior novelties events.

Olivia Sharp during the groundwork class. www.twowellsecho.com.au

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Below: Angle Vale’s Merrilyn Pfeiffer and Jess Murray walk off the field after the women’s side defeated North Pines in a twoday match.

Angle Vale ladies hit their 111-run target Chantelle Bandtock reports: Angle Vale women’s cricket team took on North Pines in their third game of the season over two weeks, November 14 and 21, coming home with yet another win.

The team was looking troubled with a few early wickets against the winning side, however Aishlin Killeen and Chantell Bandtock were consistent with the bat, making a partnership of over 50 runs and taking the team to its 111-run goal in only 25 overs.

This season Angle Vale Cricket Club is hosting a Pink Stumps Day against

Virginia Cricket Club.

We hope the event on Saturday January 21 will become an annual event between the clubs.

Please feel free to share the event and invite anyone interested.

Jump Aroundz (jumping castles) will be there on the day and there are other kids activities organised too!

And for those who love a nice candle, Odore Fragrances will also be there on the day. #pinkstumpsday2017 Visit https://www.facebook.com/ e v e n t s / 1 4 3 76 9 0 6 76 2 5 8 7 9 5 / ? t i = i c l o r h t t p s : // w w w . f a c e b o o k . c o m / events/685355381622841/?ti=icl for more information.

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