Celebrating 250 senior games: Joel Wagg and Sam Hawker
Joel Wagg, affectionately known as Waggy, has reached the milestone of 250 senior games with KLUFNC. Debuting in the senior ranks in 2007, Joel has many memorable moments, including kicking seven goals in Padthaway during a hailstorm in 2018.
Gash lifts Hay Magpies to trounce Hawks
It was a clean sweep at Hay Park on Sunday, when Hay Magpies hosted Yanco Hawks for round nine of the Group 20 rugby league competition. Yanco has struggled for numbers this season, and after round five, successfully petitioned to be allowed to drop back into reserve grade.
Lord Howe Island Golf Open 2024
The 2024 LHI Golf Open has come to an end ... Well done golfers and we hope to see you all again next year. The 2025 dates are still to be determined so watch this space!
Edithburgh’s exciting new development
Willliam McShane. Edithburgh’s new $1.8 million sports and community centre was unveiled on Sunday, June 2. The project, funded by the Australian Government, was one of four initiatives on Yorke Peninsula to help the region’s recovery after the 2019-20 Black Summer bushfires at Edithburgh, Yorketown, Price and Port Vincent.
Over 115,000 Barra to be released in Top End waterways this dry: Joel Bowden
100 juvenile Barra were released in the Palmerston Recreational Fishing Lakes ahead of the Hooked on Palmerston fishing competition... The Barra are released into waterways where they would not usually occur such as isolated lakes, lagoons and dams, providing easy-to-access and safe land based fishing opportunities where fishers of all ages and abilities can participate in this iconic Territory pastime.
Madison is off to Mexico
Fifteen-year-old Sandringham Sabres young gun, Madison Ryan, has officially made the under-17 Australian Sapphires Basketball team and will travel to Mexico to compete in the World Cup series between July 13 and 21, 2024.
Wattles skipper key to vital victory
Glynn Rees. Local league heroes the Stillwater Pastoral Company’s Wattles Warriors A Grade side eased to a 62 – 6 one sided victory over the Newtown Lions ... The vital win came on the back of another tradesman like performance by skipper Nick Van Der Poel against the injury racked Newtown Lions, Wattles running in eleven touchdowns ... Wattles’ brothers duo Jacob & Isaac Leach ran on against the Newtown Lions ...
Focus on a volunteer – Jamie Jones
Volunteering knows no age limits, as demonstrated by 17-year-old local Jamie Jones. Not only is he a keen Speedway competitor, but he also enthusiastically helps out at Speedway meets.
Inspiring young leaders
The trail blazing Limestone Coast Regional Sporting Academy has created a blueprint for other regions around South Australia. Talented athletes, including nine from the Naracoorte Lucindale area, are emerging as not only high performers in various sports, but as young leaders and role models for their peers and the community.
Narrandera hosts major horse event
Narrandera Adult Riding Club (NARC) recently hosted the BetaVet and Bendigo Bank HRCAV Top Teams Trophy (TTT) Horse Trials - the equivalent of the adult riding club State Championships ... One hundred riders travelled from all over Victoria and southern NSW to compete individually and also made up 23 teams of four riders. The riders competed in three phases over the two days - dressage, show jumping and cross country.
Blues bring second half heat
Late in the second quarter in Saturday’s clash between undefeated Cudgewa and winless Corryong, the Demons had limited the damage to a five goal deficit in a spirited showing but the Blues juggernaut got rolling after half time to show why they are deserved flag favourites.
Lions roar
Murrabit Recreation Reserve was the setting for the Golden Rivers round 6 match between Murrabit and the reigning 2023 premiers, Hay. The Lions dominated the game, but Murrabit showed determination, managing to score two goals in the first quarter. Hay's defence was strong in the second quarter, preventing the Blues from scoring.
Rescue tubes at popular swimming spots
Clarence Valley residents who enjoy visiting the beach or popular waterholes now have the peace of mind of increased safety after rescue tubes were installed in eight locations to help save lives. The rollout of the rescue tubes over the past few months now sees the lifesaving devices available to the public 24 hours a day in case anyone needs to be saved from the water.
Jake joins the 300-gamers
Saturday was a momentous day for the Birchip-Watchem Bulls, with club stalwart Jake Noonan playing his 300th game. The 38-year-old Noonan has spent his entire football career at George Cartwright Oval, playing all his junior and senior football with the Birchip Swans and Birchip-Watchem Bulls.
Trainer says gear change settles Miss Rockjoy
Gingin trainer Sue Olive says Miss Rockjoy, who has been nominated for the Hyperion Stakes (1600m) on June 1, has ability but is hard work as she is a bit of a hothead ... Despite her potential Olive said the daughter of Awesome Rock and Most Joyous was hard work to train.
Enjoy the Winter Walks Program
Once cropping is over, we can start to think about having a few weekends off and enjoying the autumn/winter days. And once again the Avon Plains Banyena Landcare Group will be running its regular Winter Walks Program. These events are open to all and sundry – with an interest in nature and a willingness to walk slowly through the landscape the only prerequisites.
Allora golf report
On Sunday, prior to teeing off for the Ty Gardner Concreting Monthly Medal, the Allora Sports Club Secretary, John Ellwood, paid tribute to club member Ray O’Leary. John spoke of Ray’s love of golf, and his commitment, together with Doreen, to keeping the greens in top condition. Ray shouted everyone a drink and a minutes' silence was held.
New improved arena perfect site for Marrar Campdraft
Marrar recently ran their annual Marrar CASE IH JBS Campdraft on a brand new improved arena surface and viewing area which was supported by a grant from the Stronger Communities Fund. The events kicked off at daylight on Friday with the excitement of 900 first round runs to push through.
cluBarham hosts Over 60s State Carnival
Barham is currently hosting the inaugural bowls Over 60s State Carnival. The previous format of Over 60s State Championships had 16 bowlers participating. With the new State Carnival event, 750 bowlers with 1,000 entries have made their way to Barham.
“Rat” represents in Origin game
Kimberly Grabham. Our homegrown superstar Rachael (Rat) Pearson exhibited a standout performance in the first of three State of Origin games. Her kicks were 100 per cent, with Rachael kicking five goals. Her play was described as game-changing.
Lions show grit over a spirited Wandella
The Lions were looking to make it 5 out of 5 for a perfect start to the season when they took on third placed Wandella on Saturday. In the opening five minutes of the first quarter, it was clear the Bombers had brought the heat, exhibiting a high energy and aggression at the contest that the Lions had to withstand until they could settle into their own game style ... From quick play-out of the centre clearance, the ball was again propelled into the Lions’ 50 with a poised Jack Cattanach adding to the scoreboard from another goal opportunity.
100 mile man
Wilson McShane. Twenty-three hours and 56 minutes. A lot can be achieved in this time, but few can say they have run 100 miles, or about 160 kilometres, in such a short timeframe. But this is what Kadina man Scott Martin achieved on Saturday, May 13, when he won the Irrational SOUTH 100 Miler through the Flinders Ranges.
