Talented Two Wells netballer Carla Harris has been selected as part of Phase 2 of the State U17 netball trial process. Carla’s selection follows a standout performance at the Academy Games held at Priceline Stadium in October this year, where the 15-year-old represented the Northern Regional Netball Academy (NRNA). The next phase of the state […]
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Bob’s classic 60’s barn find
When it comes to old cars you often hear about ‘barn finds’, well, this is the story of Two Wells local, Robert Dyer’s, ‘barn find’, Back in October 2013 Robert, or Bob as he is known around town, and his wife, Evelyn bumped into a friend while out shopping and decided to catch up over […]
Twilight Market Success at Two Wells
The Two Wells Community Garden held its first Christmas Twilight Market on Friday December 11. After the Christmas Street Parade was cancelled for the first time in decades this year, local volunteers decided to utilise the beautiful garden space and invite the community to enjoy a summer evening browsing 15 stalls of local handmade goods, […]
FAIBS SHORE UP 2020
After the second South Australian lockdown due to COVID-19, Friends of Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary (FAIBS) was fortunate to be able to gather their volunteers together for two more events along Gulf St Vincent shores to round off a very a-rhythmic year. Toward the end of November, 20 helpers gathered at Light Beach to remove […]
Taking down her shingle
Few believed horse vet Elizabeth Woolsey Herbert when, a year ago, she announced she would retire in 12 months’ time, for her 70th birthday. With that significant birthday coming soon, Elizabeth is indeed “taking down her shingle” on December 18, when her veterinary practice will close permanently. The “shingle” marking her home and veterinary practice […]
Village Green turns red
Adelaide Plains Council held a special meeting on Monday December 7 to discuss Two Wells’ much publicised Village Green project, which outlined a shortfall of more than $400,000 following closure of the tender process. The meeting also saw council redistribute funds from its Open Space Maintenance Fund to the Village Green project to meet this […]
Pye appointed to AUSVEG board
Australia’s peak industry body for the vegetable and potato industries, has announced the appointment of Renee Pye from South Australia as a grower director on its board. Renee will replace vegetable grower Danny De Ieso, who is stepping down after serving more than six years on the AUSVEG Board. Renee is the marketing and media […]
Funding for Dublin grain facility
Australian Grain Export Pty Ltd’s Dublin packing facility is set to open new markets for local farmers following a grant of up to $2 million announced this month as part of the state governments’ Regional Growth Fund. The fund has allocated $13 million to projects across regional South Australia in its second round, which will […]
PAT ‘S IN PLAINS HISTORY
Adelaide Plains Council (APC) has named Dublin local Pat Thompson as its Citizen of the Year for 2021. APC announced its annual Australia Day award winners earlier this month and highlighted Pat’s lengthy community service and tireless volunteer efforts for the past 25 years, including being a founding member of the Dublin History Group. Pat […]
‘Blue Light’ donation steers to road safety
A visit to the Road Safety Centre in Thebarton for junior primary school students at Two Wells Primary School has been made possible following a donation by the Two Wells Blue Light group. The group’s $320 donation has meant the school can hire a bus to take the almost 120 Reception to Year 2 students […]