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The show was opened by a first in Australian bodybuilding. Live band Freeway opened the show with a great rendition of the Hunters & Collectors song, Holy Grail. Everyone in the audience were taken by surprise when the curtains were peeled back to reveal a live band. Freeway continued to entertain the large crowd at the half time interval with a six song set that proved to be a huge hit.

After the intermission, Australia's strongest man, Ben Maddern attempted an Australian record by trying to lift a 200kg stone. Try as he might though, Ben could not get the stone up but he definitely gave it a red hot crack with 2 attempts to lift the huge stone, but it was not to be as a disappointed and bloodied Ben left the stage.

But this was a bodybuilding contest and what a show it was, 59 competitors made this years show the best quality in it's 8 year history. Every class was filled with excellent competitors.

The Men's Teenage started the night off with a bang. A ripped Ben Wortley finally emerged as the winner over a sensational Richard Pham with Luke Tsoutsouras in 3rd. Ben also won the Most Muscular award and Richard the Most Potential.

The Men's Junior title was secured by Adam Barboza from Joseph Mencel and Adam Murphy. These 2 classes highlighting the fact that the future of the sport is secure in SA.

Thirteen competitors filled the stage for the Men's Novice class and after a torrid judging, massive Glenn Gattellaro emerged as the winner from a surprised Steven Gaertner and Jason Tabuena. Glenn displayed muscle size and maturity way beyond his 22 years and has a great future in natural bodybuilding.

The Women's Novice class was next with a sensational Janere Reid taking the win over Jaslyn Hewitt, and Janina Tregambe. Jaslyn also won the Most Potential award. Unless you've been living under a rock, most of you would be aware that Jaslyn is apparently the sister of a famous tennis player. This attracted huge media interest and Jaslyn was featured in the media across the country, from newspapers to the television. Jaslyn bought more media attention to the INBA in 2 weeks than I've been able to generate in the past 8 years combined.

The Men's Intermediate was clinched by Mike Sloan from a greatly improved Maz Mallak, and INBA Defence Forces winner Owen Batty.

The Women's Intermediate winner Dayni Baker-Minchinton was pushed hard by Kylie Bodinar-Smith and Rebecca Leane.

Frank Zane like Paul Anderton won the Men's Masters O'40 from a best ever Sandro Santucci and human anatomy chart, Warwick Williams.

INBA World Champion Ian Bowden took the Men's Masters O'50 crown from a ever improving Rodney Giddings. Watch out Ian, Rodney's gunning for you and vows to come back next year.

Pam Kantzavelos may be small in stature but she was tall on stage by winning the Ms Figure Masters crown from Kerry Ware and 62 year old Cynthia Clifton.

The Open Figure class was next with Sonia Merritt marking her comeback with a deserved win over first time sensation Vicki Sauerwald with Alison Moyle in 3rd. Vicki also won the competitor draw and went home with a 42" Plasma Screen TV!

Sport Model is always a crowd favourite and this year was no exception. The girls were all beautiful with media favourite Amelia Giannopulos taking the win over Sarah Lovatt and Rebecca O'Leary.

Another crowd favourite was the return of the Couples Class. Three couples entered with Mike Sloan & Dayni Baker-Minchinton in first place and Janere Reid & Maz Mallak, and Alison & Ray Moyle in 2nd and 3rd place respectively.

Bring on the beef! The Men's Open classes had plenty of it. Carlos Azevedo wanted to take on "the young ones", and did so in style by winning the Open Short from Bill Bryson and Sven Lindemann.

Isaac Hall won the Open Tall sparking comments that he will be "the next Paul Wachtel". A big call considering Paul won the World Titles, but if anyone can emulate Paul, Isaac is definitely the one to do it. Eric Cartwright from Darwin and Peter Kucharski rounded out the Field.

The SA Overall Titles were next with Sonia Merritt and Carlos Azevedo walking away with the crowns.

Drug Testing was conducted by IDTM (A World Anti Doping Agency approved tester) according to Olympic protocols.
Seven trips to the INBA Nationals were given away with each person receiving cash to aid them in their travel plans. Those selected were Glenn Gattalero, Mike Sloan, Dayni Baker-Minchinton, Sonia Merritt, Carlos Azevedo, Isaac Hall, and Vicki Sauerwald.

2007 INBA Whyalla Titles. 20th October.

The INBA bodybuilding circus moved to Whyalla on the 20th of October. 22 competitors made their way to the Steel City and were treated to a great show. Uno and Kat Riis-Olsen really looked after everyone, even feeding them all after the show at the local hotel.
This years contest was held at the magnificent Middleback Theatre and nearly 200 locals and friends made for a great Atmosphere. Novice sensations Glenn Gattallero and Vicki Sauerwald were crowned the Overall Whyalla champions. I have to make a special mention about Andrew Roberts. Andrew did not place at the SA Titles the week before but made the trip to Whyalla vowing to improve, and improve he did by placing 2nd to Glenn. The improvement Robert made in only 6 days was nothing short of sensational, well done mate. Newly crowned INBA Mr South Australia, Carlos Azevedo made the trip to guest pose and stunned the crowd with his massive physique and flawless routine.
The Whyalla Titles are only in their 2nd year but have already established itself firmly in the INBA calendar and Uno and Kat aim to make it even bigger next year.

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Andrew Roberts

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and Mr Whyalla Glenn Gattallero

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Ms Whyalla Vivki Sauerwald

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Mr SA Carlos Azevedo

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2007 INBA Australian Titles. 27th October.

Having just returned from the INBA Australia, I'm trying to reflect on a sensational show and will try to bring you some of the highlights.
SA did well bringing back 3 titles and a number of trophies.
Glenn Gattallero continued on his way with a 2nd in the Novice. While disappointed, Glenn has had a sensational few weeks winning or placing no lower than 2nd in 5 contests around the country. Andrew Roberts continued his sensational improvement. Andrew did not place at the SA, got 2nd in Whyalla, and in dramatic fashion, WON the Australian Intermediate Title. Truly a fairy tale story and the best winner on the night. Mate, we could not be happier for you, and you are destined for even bigger and better things in the future.
Dayni Baker-Minchinton was 2nd in the Intermediate Figure. Carlos Azevedo was 2nd in the Men's Master O'40 and Paul Anderton was 4th. Ian Bowden secured 3rd in the Men's Masters O'50 in one of the nights toughest classes.
Vicki Sauerwald was our other winner in the Women's Novice Figure. Vicki was reluctant to go to the Nationals, but after some prompting went. Sonia Merritt was 2nd in the Open Figure and was unlucky not to win. Amelia Giannopoulos placed 9th in a very tough Sport Model division.
Joel Ramintas dominated the Men's Open Short Class with a physique that was awe inspiring. Joel has made incredible improvements to his physique, bringing up his hamstrings and quads to world class levels. In the overall though, the Ramintas juggernaut came to a sudden stop when he came up against Queenslander, Trevor Huni. In a split decision, Trevor was crowned the Overall Mr Australia.
Other South Australians to make the trip to Canberra were Isaac Hall, Steven Gaertner, and Adam Barboza and while not placing in the top 3, were solidly in their classes.

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Open Short: Ken Honeybone, Joel Ramintas, Kent Nestler

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Open Short Joel Ramintas

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Open Med: Justin Firgaira, Trevor Huni, Thon Thoeung, Scott Mathews

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Open Med Tall: Anthony Calabro, Storm De Meth, Ryan Fredericks, Paul Rowe

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Open Tall: Alistair White, Steve Faatau, Grant Davidson

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Overall: Trevor Huni

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Fig 1: Delyse Geary. Fig 2: Lucy Hermand. Fig 3: Marina Boutzos

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Overall Figure: Delyse Geary

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Letters To The Editor

G'day Kim,
I went to the SA show on Sunday and thought it was a great night. I
congratulate you, Nick Jones and all else who was involved in the event.
Fantastic competition! It makes me want to get back on stage......maybe
2008? What are the chances of having more media coverage? I know Jaslyn
Hewitt got a mention on the news the other night.

Congratulations once again

Regards,
Scott Jamieson.

Editor: Hey Scott, hopefully we see you back on stage next year. Jaslyn Hewitt gave natural bodybuilding and the INBA great media exposure. While it just focusing on her, the media have expressed interest to cover the show next year. Any positive exposure is better than none.

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