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TVFC News
TVSC - Women Wanted
TVFC Players
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TVSC - Women Wanted!

TVFC latest

HFL Umpiring Opportunities

Talunga Park - Latest

Article in The Courier - 26 Nov, 25, p15

From The leader - 19 November, 25. p8 Barossa Council news.

Council News: Leader - 29th October

Michael Ferguson gave a presentation to the Barossa Council on behalf of the Torrens Valley Football Club - and the Mt Pleasant Bike project will be undertaken.

For a transcript of the article, please click on the photo. The Courier - 6th August - by Fin Dunford

Gather Round 2026

Easter Reminder from SAPol
Road Closures - Chain of Ponds
School Immunisation Program
What’s on at Recreate?
AHC Community Centres Term 2 program
Our Show
Giant Pumpkin Judging
Robbery of Spot On - not on!
Recreate update
First Aid Courses
Community snippets

Important reminder from SAPol

“I remember Wednesday the 15th of November 2023 for all the wrong reasons. I was speaking on the 5AA breakfast show, about the impact of road trauma and its devastating effect. I reflected on how we have become desensitised to news reports of road fatalities and the harsh realities of each death hidden as just another number added to the 'road toll'.
I spoke about the crippling effect each fatality has on so many people - families, friends, work colleagues, teammates and other groups affected by the death of just one person. I also spoke about the impact road fatalities and serious injuries have on police and other emergency services workers, as well as our ambo's, nurses and doctors who treat the victims of road trauma.
It was a plea for everyone to take care, exercise vigilance, avoid bad decisions and not be complacent on our roads.
I didn't know then that my 18-year-old son was soon to become the 101st person to die on South Australian roads in 2023. On the Friday the 17th of November, just two days after pleading for more care on our roads, our family was devastated when Charlie was the victim of a ‘hit run’ collision.
We are forever different because of our loss, and we feel that loss EVERY - SINGLE - DAY. Me, his mum, his sister and brothers, his grandparents, uncles and aunts, his cousins, friends, workmates, footy teammates, and his school community - all forever changed by Charlie's death.
So far this year, road deaths have seen 28 families shattered by the loss of someone they loved. These people did not die in a “car accident" - these are not accidents. People are killed or seriously injured because of poor decision making, complacency, inattention or stupidity - they are all preventable.
So, if you are heading out on our roads this Easter, take a minute to think about consequences. It’s not just those who are killed or injured and their families who suffer – the person responsible must live with the life changing consequences of their actions – guilt, remorse, a criminal conviction, potential gaol time, fines and long-term licence disqualification.
Remind the people you love to take care and be careful. Dispel the notion that "it won't happen to me" because no one leaves home expecting to be involved in a fatal or serious injury collision.
You may have tuned out or ignored the pleas of Police Commissioner Grant Stevens for more care on our roads, but maybe you will pause and reflect on the words of Grant Stevens, a dad who misses his son."

Road Closures North East Rd

Thank you Joel Taggart:

Road closures are back this week on North East Rd.

Monday night 30 March & Tuesday night 31 March - 7:30pm to 6am - closed at Houghton/Inglewood - detour via Houghton Hollow and Black Hill Roads.

Wednesday night 1 April - 7:30pm to 6am - closed between Inglewood and Chain of Ponds - detour via Houghton/Paracombe, Torrens Hill Rd, Gorge Rd (past Cudlee Creek Tavern) and Tippett Rd back to Chain of Ponds.

Detour maps and full details here -

https://dit.sa.gov.au/.../North-East-Road-Line-Marking...

School Immunisation Program

Is your child in year 7 or 10? They can get their school vaccinations done with us - in their own time and space. Missed your high school vaccinations? There’s still a chance you can receive them at no cost! Give us a call or flick us a message - we are more than happy to help. https://www.facebook.com/MtPleasantPharmacy

What’s on at Recreate?

https://www.facebook.com/recreatecommunity

AHC Community Centres Term 2 program

Our Term 2 Program Has Arrived! We’re excited to share a packed lineup of workshops, creative classes, wellbeing sessions, community events and school holiday fun — there’s something for every age and interest this term!
Here’s a sneak peek at what’s coming up:
**Arts & Creativity**
Mosaic workshops, watercolour classes, pottery, acrylic painting, basket weaving, upcycled textiles, and more!
Plus: our SALA @ The Summit Artist Callout is now open (closes 7 July).
**Music & Movement**
Beginner Ukulele Courses and Tai Chi sessions to help you find your flow.
**Food & Home Skills**
Sourdough baking (Level 1 & 2) and delicious Persian cooking.
**Nature & Sustainability**
Honeybee & Varroa Mite presentations and fungi illustration workshops.
**Health & Wellbeing**
Menopause and perimenopause sessions, pelvic pain & endometriosis talks, sound bath relaxation, falls prevention, and more.
**Safety & Life Skills**
Demystifying defibrillators, RAA’s Driver Lifestyle Presentation, and the Young Drivers Awareness Program.
**School Holiday Fun**
Mario Kart Party, Lego Days, craft workshops, paper planes, games day, movie screenings, and creative sessions for kids and teens!
There’s so much happening — and we can’t wait to share it all with you.
Keep an eye on our page for individual event posts with dates, booking links and more details.
https://www.facebook.com/ahccommunitycentres

Show shone!

Pumpkins baked make good eating!

Robbery of Spot On Not On!

Pretty disappointing that some low life’s have broken into Lee’s and made off with clothing and accessories. If you know something - saw something - say something.

Recreate news

We’re planning a year of hands-on workshops at Recreate

We’re putting together The Makers Table — a series of workshops led by local crafters and artists, sharing skills with our community in a relaxed way, over cups of tea and conversation.

We’d love to hear from you:

What skills or workshops would you like to learn?

Are you (or someone you know) interested in trying your hand at sharing a skill?

You don’t need to be a “teacher” — we’ll take care of the admin and back-end. Think of it as sitting around a table and showing how you do it.

The workshops will focus on making with reclaimed materials — things saved from landfill — and make use of the abundance of things in the Share Shed like:

• Amish rug making

• Mosaicking

• Wire sculpture

• Basket weaving

• Mending, making, experimenting

•Junk Journaling

https://www.facebook.com/recreatecommunity

Update on Klose’s, Williamstown

The Chappell team are back to work after a well-deserved festive break and progress has been made on site. Recently some window frames were installed plus the brickwork to the front and side completed, and we have commenced some internal fit out with steel work. By Mid-February we anticipate the roof will be on and front windows installed.

Klose's Supermarkets - Truly Local. Balhannah, Birdwood, Littlehampton, Lobethal, Nairne & Woodside. Klose's Online - www.klose.com.au

Rural Health Initiative

Call / Text: 0460 802 719 or Email: michael@fatfarmers.com.au

Wiggle and Wonder

A weekly program involving songs, stories, movement and play. Connect with other families while the kids learn and have fun.
For birth - 5 years. FREE! Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child (tickets not required for parents/ caregivers). Please note: This program will be cancelled on catastrophic fire danger days
From 10:00 am - 11:00 am on Wednesdays
Bookings: https://www.barossa.sa.gov.au/community-and-wellbeing/events/upcoming-events/wiggle-wonder

Upcoming First Aid Courses

Our Hall is nearly 100!

On 20th November 2026, it will be 100 years since the laying of the foundation stone of the Mount Pleasant Soldiers’ Memorial Hall. The MP History Group are planning one or two events to mark the occasion, and we’d love some help. Please feel free to contact Paula at the History Room on Thursday afternoons, or email: pleasanthistory@gmail.com
Left below: TOTT entertained us all for the 90th Birthday celebrations in 2017, and right: The Foundation Stone.

Want to help but not sure how?

Even though the Name says “Birdwood Pantry”, this group helps people in our town and the district. Often times we think about donating, but we’re not too sure what or where. There are two donation points in Mount Pleasant - the **Post Office**, **Mt Pleasant Bakery** and now the Mt Pleasant Pharmacy. Last year dozens of packages and Christmas hampers were given back to those who are most in need, and the situation hasn’t really eased. Donate of you can, but if your family is one that needs assistance, you are not alone, and you will be listened to. Phone Alison: **0419837439**

Mount Pleasant Pharmacy is a drop off point for the Lions Club of Torrens Valley food and essential items drive. Please support this fantastic cause where possible. To kick things off, we have started filling the basket up!