2013 December Christmas Gift Guide

The Adviser. Australia No. 1:1177 Wednesday, December 11, 2013 – Page 15

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Extended Trading

Top gift ideas

The Spirit of Giving

Shepparton Chamber of Commerce and Industry declares Shepparton open for Christmas with extended trading hours.........................................................................................................Page 4

Local businesses outline the top gift ideas in time for Christmas. ....................................................................................................Pages 16-17

Read more about our local charities as they come out in support of those less fortunate this Christmas...............................................Page 15

Show Me Christmas

Support our Local Businesses

Decorations with a difference

Shop locally and enjoy pre-Christmas sales at stores across the city.......................................................................................................................Pages 6-30

Learn about the interesting lengths residents of Tatura went to decorate the town and get into the festive spirit.....................Page 14

Your Chance to Win

Complimentary Parking

See inside for colouring competition and giveaways. Pages 30-31

Shepparton Show Me together with Greater Shepparton City Council and Shepparton Chamber of Commerce & Industry are providing complimentary timed parking across the CBD from December 13 to December 24. .............................................................Page 25

Greater Shepparton City Council, Shepparton Chamber of Commerce and Industry together with Shepparton Marketplace, Riverside Plaza and Emerald Bank have all come together under the Shepparton Show Me banner to spread the Christmas Cheer. .......................................................................................... Page 4

Carols by Candlelight The 39th annual Carols By Candlelight promises to bring Christmas cheer to the whole family.................................................Page 22

What’s on in the New Year Opera in the Alps invites you to join them in an ‘Evening with Anthony Warlow’. ............................................................................................Page 22

Your Christmas Feast Shop locally and enjoy a fresh and delicious Christmas feast with family and friends. ................................................................................ Pages 26-27

Enjoy a short break Metro Apartments Bank Place has released their special Summer Page 24 Package offers. ..................................................................................................Page

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‘Show Me’ an early Christmas Complimentary parking in CBD CHRISTMAS TRADING… Local businesses are looking forward to Christmas trading this year, as Shepparton’s parking bays become complimentary to park in during the festive season. Pictured, Shepparton Show Me Coordinator, Mat Innes-Irons. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

“WE’RE trying to encourage people from out of town, as well as locals, to do their Christmas shopping right here in Shepparton.

“This festive season your parking in the CBD is on Shepparton Show Me,” Mat said.

Showcase Jewellers Proprietor, Steven Schneider said, “It’s certainly a good initiative.

“We find that one of the concerns customers have is getting back to their meters in time and not having the right change for the full two hours, so this will free them up to enjoy their shopping experience more and spend time browsing in the great shops in Shepparton’s CBD. “I’m sure consumers will also respond very positively. It will add to the vitality of the CBD in this busy trading period,” Steven said.

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EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS… Pictured from left (back), Manager Marketing and Communications for Greater Shepparton City Council, Fiona Le Gassick, Shepparton Marketplace Manager, Clinton Tilley, Shepparton Show Me Marketing Coordinator, Mat Innes-Irons, Greater Shepparton City Council Economic Development Project Officer, Rohan Sali. Pictured from left (front) Show Me representative, Peter Dunbabin of Focus Cards and Gifts, Riverside Plaza Marketing Coordinator, Lyndal Ford, Emerald Bank Media and Marketing Manager, Cheryl Hammer, Santa Claus, Community Fund Goulburn Valley CEO, Lisa McKenzie and Riverside Plaza Centre Manager, Danielle Tait. Photo: Julie Moore.

IT’S time for Shepparton to sparkle and showcase the gifts and activities that are available in the lead up to Christmas.

The Show Me Christmas in Shepparton campaign kicked off this week encouraging shoppers to experience the magic of Christmas in Shepparton.

The campaign is promoting Shepparton as a shopping wonderland, with the streets coming alive with festive cheer with events occurring across Shepparton throughout the month of December.

“This is the first time that there has been a fully co-ordinated approach to promoting Shepparton as THE place to get your Christmas gifts,” explains Shepparton Show Me Chairperson, Cr Les Oroszvary.

“Council, Chamber of Commerce, Marketplace, Riverside Plaza and Emerald Bank have all come together under the Shepparton Show Me banner to offer a full program of Christmas activities to attract people to Shepparton to enjoy some Christmas cheer and purchase their Christmas gifts at one of Shepparton’s many speciality and big name stores.”

You will be able to find Santa at one of his workshop locations whether it’s in the Maude Street Mall, the Marketplace or Riverside Plaza. The kids can have their photo taken with the big guy or just take the opportunity to tell Santa what is on their Christmas list.

There will be free jumping castles, roving entertainment, horse and carriage rides and face painting, just to name a few. Santa’s elves will be providing gift wrapping services for a gold coin donation. The elves will be located with Santa in his workshop locations. Just listen to the radio, grab a copy of your local newspaper or check out the Shepparton Show Me Facebook page to see the full list of activities on offer to help brighten your Christmas.

While you’re on the Shepparton Show Facebook page check out the range of Christmas bargains that are on sale across the city. Specials and Christmas ideas from local retailers will be promoted regularly.

Don’t forget to look for the shops displaying the ‘Santa Shops Here’ logo. Just answer the question on the Santa Post Card and you’re in with a chance to win a prize!

Trading hours extended for Christmas EXTENDED trading hours over the Christmas period aim to boost the local economy and give Goulburn Valley businesses a positive start to the new year.

Local businesses are encouraged to take advantage of the extended hours, recommended by the Shepparton Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), to give local families more time to prepare for Christmas and more reason to shop locally.

SCCI President, Jamie Cox said, “It’s great to see the number of activities happening within the CBD this Festive

Season. Complimentary timed parking from December 13 to 24 will assist shoppers in saving some extra dollars and with traders working with us to be open for those days, in a consistent and unified way, we expect it will increase the effectiveness of these campaigns.

“I encourage all traders to work with us in showing the region Shepparton is open for business this Xmas.”

Recommended trading hours for the 2013 Christmas and New Year period include stores opening 9am to late on the three Fridays leading up to Christmas, 9am to 4pm Saturdays and 10am to 2pm

Sundays.

Stores are also encouraged to open for late night shopping until late on Thursday, December 19 and Monday, December 23 and from 9am to 5pm on Tuesday, December 24 before closing for Christmas Day. If businesses intend on taking advantage of Boxing Day Sales opening is recommended from 10am to 3pm on December 26 and returning to normal business hours until closing January 1 for New Years Day.

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Celebrate Christmas at the Riverside Plaza

THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS‌ Pictured, 11 month old, Ryka Tate from Shepparton celebrating the Christmas festivities at the Riverside Plaza. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

THERE is plenty to see and do in the lead up to Christmas at the Riverside Plaza, with a host of events and attractions for the whole family to enjoy.

Most importantly, Santa will be in store and available for photos at his special Santa’s Cottage from December 14 through to December 24 from 11am to 1pm daily and for a special late night visit on Thursday, December 19 from 5pm to 7pm.

The Vision Australia Gift Wrapping station will be set up from 11am daily until plaza closing from December 14 to December 24. For a gold coin donation, you can have your gift wrapped and show you support of Vision Australia.

On Thursday, December 19, Riverside Plaza will host the popular return of their Twilight Market from 4pm to 9pm. There will be plenty of stalls with great last minute gift ideas, great fun for the kids with slide jumping castle and Tarzan trek jumping castle as well as demonstrations, giveaways and much more.

There will also be a big Christmas Raffle with all proceeds going to GV Health Emergency Department and with heaps of prizes to enjoy.

Tickets are available from Howards Storage World or the Twilight Market Information Desk during the Twilight Market.

The Riverside Plaza is also giving back to the community this Christmas with their Community Giving Tree. Simply place an unwrapped gift for children in need under the tree and your

donated gift will be distributed by the Goulburn Valley Community Fund to disadvantaged people in the region.

Come along and enjoy all things festive this Christmas at the Riverside Plaza, Melbourne Road, South Shepparton, phone 5822 8800 or visit www.riversideplazashepparton.com.au

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Grand book sale FAMILYCARE’S - The Book Inn is holding a grand book sale, offering 50 percent off a great range of books for the whole family.

Kicking off on Monday, December 9 and running until Friday, December 13, The Book Inn has been selling pre-loved donated books since it opened in 1998, initially as a fundraising venture to assist programs that supported children with disabilities.

Though The Book Inn, FamilyCare are helping to promote the importance of affordable books for children and families, to encourage a love of books and reading in young children, improve literacy in young readers, promote parents reading to their young children, encourage the imaginations of young children and teach them how to care for books from a young age.

FamilyCare Volunteer Coordinator, Barb Putamorsi said, “This sale is about highlighting the importance of affordable books and to encourage early reading and literacy for all families in the community.”

The Book Inn is located at the rear of 15 Welsford Street in Shepparton and is open Monday to Friday from 10am to 4pm.

HALF PRICE… FamilyCare’s The Book Inn are holding a grand book sale where all books will be 50 percent off.

From left, Volunteers, Sher and John Mills and FamilyCare Representative, Nerida Schultz. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

CHRISTMAS GIFT PACKS… Pictured from left, Cash Converters Shepparton Jewellery Sales Assistant, Chris Rogers, Store Team Leader, Troy Clancy, Store Manager, Stacey Green and Personal Finance Consultant, Tracey Brown. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Christmas at Cash Converters

EVERYONE has someone in their family who is impossible to buy for - that’s why the team at Cash Converters is making Christmas simple.

At Cash Converters Shepparton, they’ve bundled together specially themed gift packs everyone in your family is sure to love; whether it’s a games console with games for the kids, or a set of romance DVDs for Mum, you’re sure to find it at ‘Cashies’.

Plus, with a lay-by option and their gift packs being much cheaper than buying each item separately or brand new, your Christmas dollars will go further. Come down to the Shepparton store and find that perfect Christmas gift today or call 5831 5422 for more information.

Come and visit Santa’s village MARKETPLACE MAGIC… Shepparton Marketplace is sharing the magic this Christmas with Santa’s Village.

There are plenty of opportunities to meet and have a photo taken with Santa.

Photo: Alicia Niglia.

ENJOY a very special visit with Santa this Christmas at Santa’s Village located within the Shepparton Marketplace.

Santa’s Village is a magic place to visit with plenty of opportunities to meet and have your photo taken with Santa from Monday to Thursday 11am to 4pm, Friday 11am to 4pm and 5pm to 7pm as well as Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 3pm right up until Christmas Eve. Santa’s Village is one of the many ways in which the Shepparton Marketplace is sharing the magic this Christmas.

You can also get all of your Christmas gifts wrapped by the on site gift wrapping service, for just a gold coin donation with all proceeds going directly to Camp Quality, which provides the perfect opportunity to get ahead on your gift

giving needs and at the same time, support a great cause.

The Shepparton Marketplace is also giving back to those less fortunate with the Community Giving Tree, located near Big W, accepting donations of unwrapped gifts to go to The Community Fund Goulburn Valley to help those less fortunate this Christmas.

With a variety of Specialty Stores, great food from the Food Court and the convenience of midnight trading on Monday, December 23, the Shepparton Marketplace is your one stop Christmas destination.

Shepparton Marketplace is open 7 days for your convenience. Located on Benalla Road, Shepparton, phone 5821 3533 or for more information on the exciting Christmas festivities visit www. sheppartonmarketplace.com.au

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A CHRISTMAS FOCUS… Pictured, Focus Cards and Gifts Senior Shop Assistant, Julie Myers and Proprietor, Peter Dunbabin. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Your card and gift giving specialist WITH a great range of Christmas cards, both single and boxed, Christmas wrapping, gift bags and accessories such as bows and ribbons, gift tags, Christmas tape and much more, Shepparton’s Focus Cards and Gifts has your Christmas time gift giving all wrapped up.

Focus Cards and Gifts are your specialised gift giving store with a wide range of gift ideas for people of all ages and to suit all interests.

Focus Cards and Gifts Proprietor, Peter Dunbabin said, “Our range is always changing, that way each and every time our customers come in store there is something new and interesting to discover and this Christmas, we have the ideal trinket or Christmas gift idea to suit every taste and budget, which will make your gift giving choices even easier.”

For all of your Christmas card and gift needs, call in and enjoy the friendly service at Focus Cards and Gifts at 181 Maude Street Mall, Shepparton or phone 5821 1813.

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Find the perfect gift idea this Christmas

IDEAL FOR CHILDREN… Oke’s Toy & Nursery Superstore has a huge range of fun-filled gifts for children of all ages. Pictured, Store Manager, Graeme Connor and Sales Assistant, Bec Thomassen.

Photo: Alicia Niglia.

THIS Christmas, you’ll find a range of toys ideal for children of all ages, from the very young right through to the young at heart at Oke’s Toy & Nursery Superstore.

Oke’s stock everything from Lego, Duplo, dolls, dolls prams, ride-ons, trikes, Sylvanian Families, kids tables and chairs and magic kits right through to Peppa Pig, Pink Poppy Jewellery, Majorettees cars and much more.

And for the big kids in your family, ProHobby has an extensive range of remote control vehicles.

Store Manager, Graeme Connor said, “Finding the perfect Christmas gift ideas for the kids needn’t be strenuous, in store you’ll find everything you could possibly need for kids of all ages, interests and tastes, all from the one location… We literally offer one stop Christmas shopping.

“There’s plenty of stock available to choose from and if you can’t find what you’re looking for, we’re here to help. Now is the time to get in and grab the perfect gift for your little ones at Oke’s.”

Light up their faces this Christmas, with a gift from Oke’s Toy & Nursery Superstore, Lorraine Street, Shepparton, phone 5831 1055.

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EASING CHRISTMAS TIME COST PRESSURES… Proprietors of Cartridge Man, Uwe and Heike De Temple will have 15 percent off the cost of all of your printers and printer consumables during December. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Your local Cartridge Man LOCALLY owned and operated, Cartridge Man in Shepparton are giving you even more reasons to celebrate this Christmas with a 15 percent off storewide sale throughout the month of December.

Proprietors of Cartridge Man, Uwe and Heike De Temple say the end of year sale is a great way to thank their customers for all of their loyal support throughout the year.

“Our customers are very important to us and we appreciate their ongoing support. Our end of year sale is a simple way to not only thank our customers but to also hopefully help ease some of the Christmas time cost pressures with reduced prices on everyday printing and consumable products.

“We are also pleased to have introduced our

own Cartridge Man brand of ink and toner to our range, which is another way for us to offer a cost competitive option for our customers.”

While printing accessories and consumables may not seem like the conventional stocking filler, with a Gift Voucher from Cartridge Man your gift could provide both sentiment and practicality for the hardest to buy for family member or friend.

A Gift Voucher is also the ideal Kris Kringle gift idea for your office colleague.

Cartridge Man stock a range of printers and printer consumables to complement their stocks of cartridges, copy paper and accessories.

Cartridge Man has convenient parking directly at the front of the store at 4a Benalla Road, Shepparton, phone 5821 7755.

CHRISTMAS, PRE-WRAPPED… Pictured, John Anderson Pharmacy Estée Lauder Counter Manager, Suzanne. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

FIND the perfect present this Christmas with the help of the stylish and elegant range of beautiful Estée Lauder products pre-wrapped and ready to go.

Estée Lauder products have been making women look and feel beautiful for more than 65 years and this Christmas, they’ve released an entire range of ready gift sets to make finding the perfect present even easier.

John Anderson Pharmacy stock the entire range of Estée Lauder products and gift sets and their friendly and experienced staff can help point you in the right direction to achieving the perfect gift.

From fragrance treasures, beautiful to go pieces, essential sets, new modern muse fragrance, gloss to go and much more.

Estée Lauder Counter Manager, Suzanne said, “Estée Lauder is such an exquisite and loved brand, the range of gift sets available will make a simply stunning gift, which the special lady in your life will love to receive.”

For more information, visit John Anderson Pharmacy at 310 Wyndham Street, Shepparton or phone 5821 2596.

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COMPLETE COMPUTER SPECIALISTS… Data Parts in Shepparton offer a fantastic range of computers and Computer accessories to help you give the perfect gift this Christmas.

Pictured, Manager, Adrian Jones.

Photo: Alicia Niglia.

AT Data Parts in Shepparton, the team don’t just sell computers and computer accessories, they offer a complete, hassle free service helping you with all of your set up needs as well as ongoing after sales support.

Data Parts Manager, Adrian Jones said, “We specialise in computers and understand the systems we sell, so when you purchase your new computer we can help with all of your set up and tutorial needs to help you get to know and understand your new system before you start.

“We are not just about sales, service is the predominant focus of our business.

“And it’s not just about computers, if you’re buying an iPad for example, we will show you how to use it and help you set up your iTunes account. We offer a whole service.

“We also have a good range of accessories in store including Apple products, back up drives and bits and pieces.

“We also carry out all of your servicing needs. If you have any issues with your computer our full service department is on hand to help.

Data Parts is your complete computer specialists and they also carry an extensive range of Apple hardware and accessories including iPods, iPads, Macbooks, Mac mini and iMac desktops right through to traditional laptops and complete wireless media centres incorporating Apple TV. For more information on any of your computing needs, call in to Data Parts at 3 Edward Street, Shepparton, or phone 5821 7155.

STAY COOL THIS SUMMER… Local window tinting specialists, Tint Perfection have you covered.

Pictured, Tint Perfection Proprietor, Daniel Attwood. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

A cool gift idea WITH a gift voucher for automotive tinting from local window tinting specialists, Tint Perfection you could have your family and friends not only looking cool, but staying cooler this summer.

Tint Perfection Proprietor, Daniel Attwood said, “We pride ourselves on offering a professional window tinting service for all types of vehicles with our SolaGard films providing the highest level of protection.

“For the automotive enthusiast in your family, our gift vouchers offer the ideal gift idea.

“Our specialised range of SolarGard window film is not only carbon negative and environmentally friendly, it also shields the interior of the car from sun damage and fading and reduces heat for a greater level of comfort.

“Our window films come in varied levels of tint to achieve the desired look and results for our clients.

“And for the vintage car enthusiast, we also offer specialised clear window film for classic and show cars so as to retain the original aesthetic of the vehicle.

For more information, contact the team at Tint Perfection, 14 Hoskin Street, Shepparton, phone 5822 0036 or visit www.tintperfection.com.au

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DECORATIVE STREETSCAPE… Tatura’s streetscape is thriving with Christmas cheer, after a group of locals decked shop windows, balconies and trees with decorations. Photo: Supplied.

Tatura unveils unique Christmas decorating project TATURA has come alive with unique Christmas decorations framing shop windows, balconies and tree guards giving the streetscape an explosion of colour for the festive season.

The Christmas decorations have all been made from a variety of recycled, up-cycled, preloved, pre-used, repurposed, rescued and nonmanufactured (home-made) items.

The project was developed by a group of locals and proudly supported by Transition Tatura, Tatura Community Plan, Tatura Art Group, Tatura Men’s Shed and Tatura Art Supplies.

Spokesperson Marli Kelly said that the amount of new materials used in the Christmas decorations was kept to an absolute minimum.

“We created Christmas decorations out of everything from op-shop material to recycled containers. The Men’s Shed made the Christmas trees that are on the tree guards in the main street and the stars that are on balconies out of the old hospital fence. They also created a huge Christmas tree for Stuart Mock Place out of cut up old car tyres.

“We hoped to attract attention and bring visitors to our wonderful town by brightening up Hogan Street with a range of decorations during this festive time of year. At the same time, it was important to highlight the amount of waste we produce, not only at Christmas time but all throughout the year and educate residents on the limited resources we have in the world,” Marli Kelly said.

The project goal was to reuse as many products and resources as possible.

Small mini Christmas trees out of tree branches adorn cash registers at Fishers IGA Supermarket and metres of bunting was made out of recycled material that is across many shop windows.

Old sheet music was made into lovely strings of bunting and school children from both Sacred Heart Primary School and Tatura Primary School made hundreds of items that have gone in two shop windows.

Massive wreaths that adorn balconies and are in shops were created by tying knots of material on to rims that were made by frames from an old strawberry farm.

The Tatura Art Group members using only recycled materials created a display in a vacant central shop window. Art Group member Phyl Mactier chose the Christmas carol “We Three Kings”, as the theme and the result has blown residents away. Ugg boots for a camel’s head, dog’s hair clippings for eyelashes, curved table legs for body parts, the list goes on. The inventive ways they used materials has been inspiring.

Moyola Lodge residents made a huge array of novelty items including miniature decorations for a bicycle spoke tree. Residents made choir angels, painted golf balls and made mini Christmas dolls. Another artistic resident, Barrie Miller made a miniature installation of Three Kings complete with gifts for a shop front.

“We hope residents and visitors alike enjoy the results of the project, it has certainly been a huge community effort.”

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The true Christmas spirit GIVE THE ULTIMATE GIFT… The community is being urged to give the ultimate gift this Christmas and donate to the Community Giving Tree appeal. From left, Woolworths Markeplace Duty Manager, Nathan Condon, Woolworths Customer Service Manager, Sue Johnson and Member of the Board of Community Fund Goulburn Valley, Michael Sayer. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

By David Lee AFTER a successful inaugural run in the Goulburn Valley last year, this year’s Community Giving Tree appeal is shaping up to be even bigger and better.

With over 15,000 gifts collected in the Woolworths Shepparton East and Archer Street stores alone, this year’s appeal, which runs in conjunction with the Community Fund Goulburn Valley, will have full support of Shepparton Marketplace and Shepparton Show Me. Woolworths Customer Service Manager, Sue Johnson said, “We made a big impact on the community last year.

“This year we’re hoping to knock the socks off of last year’s efforts and with the help of the Shepparton Marketplace and Shepparton Show me I think we really can achieve that.

“This is certainly a much needed service in the

community,” Sue said.

Member of the Board of Community Fund Goulburn Valley, Michael Sayer said, “The Community Fund Goulburn Valley is pleased local organisations have banded together to create local Giving Trees where all of the gifts given, will be distributed in our local community to some of our most vulnerable citizens.

“We urge local people to get into the true Christmas spirit and give a gift to a local family doing it tough this Christmas,” Michael said.

To make a donation, drop into the Shepparton Marketplace, Woolworths at the Shepparton Marketplace, on Archer Street in Shepparton or on McLennan Street, Mooroopna, as well as in the Shepparton Show Me shopfront in the Maude Street Mall and place an unwrapped gift under the tree.

A time to be together FESTIVE TIMES… Christmas for Those Alone Inc. is once again giving members of the community, who would otherwise be seeing the festive season out alone, spend Christmas in the company of others. From left, Christmas for Those Alone Inc. Secretary, Peg Newman, Treasurer and Chef, Terri Wyatt and Committee Member, Sandra Naylor. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

By David Lee THE time to be together is upon us and Christmas for Those Alone Inc. is once again giving members of the community, who would otherwise be seeing the festive season out alone, spend Christmas in the company of others.

Running for their 14th year and held in Monsignor Bones Hall at St Brendan’s Church on Knight Street, Shepparton from 11am to 2pm on December 25, the festive program is offered to anyone who is unable to be with family or friends on Christmas Day. Those who attend will be treated to a two course, chef made meal, enjoy a raffle and live music in an atmosphere that provides a sense of camaraderie.

Santa will also be making a visit on the day handing out a small gift or two to most guests and lunch will be served from 11:30am.

Secretary of Christmas for Those Alone Inc, Peg Newman said, “We’ve had a really good response from the community.

“This is such a great service that involves everybody; the community as well as volunteers,” Ms Newman said.

Treasurer and Chef for Christmas for Those Alone Inc, Terri Wyatt said, “We’re really looking forward to this year’s program.

“We’ve grown from serving 50 people to 300 people in the last 14 years “One thing that has enabled us to continue this long and be as successful as we have, are the businesses and just the average person on the street in Shepparton who make donations and are so generous.

“We couldn’t do it without the support of these people,” Ms Wyatt said.

A public transport service is provided by calling 5823 5083 during business hours or 0421 322 276 after hours. For further information, contact Peg on 5831 1485.

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Top five gift ideas for girls CABBAGE PATCH KIDS – Celebrating their 30th Birthday this year, Cabbage Patch Kids have had a new surge in popularity amongst the younger generations. Now boys and girls can enjoy the experience of owning their very own authentic Cabbage Patch Kid.

Available at Oke’s Toy & Nursery Superstore, Lorraine Street, Shepparton, phone 5831 1055.

LEGO FRIENDS – A newer range of Lego construction toys designed to appeal primarily to girls, Lego Friends includes pieces in pink and purple colour schemes and depict scenes from suburban life set in the fictional town of Heartlake City. Lego Friends are great to unlock your child’s creativity.

PEPPA PIG – The popular children’s animated television series, Peppa Pig enjoys a great following amongst preschool aged children and with a huge range of cuddly collectibles available, your child can enjoy imaginative play with their own Peppa Pig plush toys.

SYLVANIAN FAMILIES – This classic range of collectible figurine families are fantastic fun to collect and create imaginary play with. The adorable animals come in a huge variety of different play sets or family collections with great attention paid to every detail.

BIG HUGS ELMO – Big Hugs Elmo loves getting hugs, but he really loves giving them. Kids can sing, imagine, and play with their new best friend from Sesame Street, Big Hugs Elmo.

Top five gift ideas for boys Available at Oke’s Toy & Nursery Superstore, Lorraine Street, Shepparton, phone 5831 1055.

A TOUCH OF MAGIC – Consentino, The Grand Illusionist’s Magic Kit includes 100 plus magic tricks for the budding magician to enjoy. Or the Exclusive Magic Hat, is the perfect starter kit to inspire the performer within any child.

REMOTE CONTROL FUN – The Quake Wave electric powered 2WD off road race car will provide hours of backyard entertainment.

HEROES IN A HALF SHELL – The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have returned in popularity in recent times, with a whole new generation of fans enjoying the action adventures of these four heroes in a half shell.

LEGO – Lego continues to be one of the most popular toys in the world for children of all ages.

Through imagination, creativity, fun and learning children can develop their fine motor skills and create extraordinary structures out of ordinary blocks.

ZOINGO BOINGO POGO – A great device to keep the kids active, the Zoingo Boingo is like a pogo stick on a ball. Children will love bouncing around, doing spinning tricks while in the air, changing direction, speed and many other manoeuvres.

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Available at Trelly’s Tackle World in Shepparton at 209 Corio Street, Shepparton. For more information, phone 5821 6572.

SHIMANO CHRONARCH BAITCAST COMBO – Matched with a Paul Worsteling iFish Nano Baitcast graphite rod and a free iFish DVD bonus gift, the Shimano Chronarch Baitcast Combo is great value at just $359.

TACKLE WORLD FISHING SHIRT - Tackle World’s own Fishing Shirts are designed specifically for the fisherman. They are cool, breathable, durable and lightweight to keep you comfortable when out on the water and in the sun all day. They come in a range of fantastic graphic designs and are available in a variety of sizes. They were $69.95, but until Christmas, they are reduced to $39.99.

THE FISHERMAN’S BUCKET LIST – Profiles the 50 top sport fish that all anglers should aim to catch before your last cast. The book was written by the producer and presenter of popular television show iFish and owner of Cranbourne Tackle World, Paul Worsteling. This Christmas grab a copy of The Fisherman’s Bucket List for just $29.95 (a saving of $20 on regular retail price).

HEADWEAR COMBOS - Tackle World’s Headwear Combos include a Tackle World cap and a 7 Oceans head tube which is designed to keep you cool in the summer and warm in the winter as well as offer face, neck and head protection from the sun. For just $19.99 (save $10), the Headwear Combos are a great gift idea.

Top five gift ideas for her Available at Just Me Patsy, 189a Corio Street, Shepparton or phone 5822 1755.

EQUILIBRIUM – Designed with the auspice of harnessing the energy of light and bringing balance and harmony into your life, Equilibrium is a truly beautiful range of jewellery, with a style and design to suit every taste and budget.

ROMAN GLASS – Beautiful to look at, Roman Glass is a genuine piece of history having been unearthed after 2000 years buried in mineral rich soil. It’s a very special piece of antiquity for the wearer to enjoy.

MIGHTY PURSE – The Mighty Purse is the modern woman’s best friend. The purse actually charges your phone on the go so that you can stay in touch with friends and family for longer.

SPENCER & RUTHERFORD LUGGAGE COLLECTION – Spencer & Rutherford understand that the joy of travel is as much about the journey as the destination. Their stylish luggage enhances the travel experience.

ETIQUETTE HANDBAGS AND WALLETS - Made of genuine leather, Etiquette handbags and wallets use the finest quality leather suitable for modern handbags to last for years to come. Stylish in design, you can easily coordinate and match your Etiquette handbag and wallet.

SHIMANO SKELETON T-SHIRT – If you buy a Skeleton T-shirt for $29.99, you’ll receive a free 6’10” two piece Shimano spin rod valued at $59.99.

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GREAT GIFT IDEAS… Pictured from left, Bennett’s Sports Store Owner, Susie Bennett with Salespeople, Dean Moore, Katrina Ogden and Tayla Tenace. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Hot Christmas Sale now on KYABRAM’S own locally owned and operated, Bennett’s Sports is heating things up this Christmas with their Hot Christmas Sale providing plenty of great gift ideas at fantastic prices, just in time for Christmas.

Bennett’s Sports Proprietors, Rowan and Susie Bennett together with their team of staff have everything you’ll need to get the kids outside and healthy and active this summer with a great range of Wahu water slides, pool toys and accessories, Spalding basketball equipment, Sportslife table tennis great for indoors or out, Wilson tennis gear, Vuly trampolines in a range of sizes and including springless options and trampoline tent options, scooters, bikes, skates, skateboards and much more.

For indoor fun for the whole family to enjoy, Bennett’s Sports has dartboards, air hockey tables, top soccer tables, pool tables, hookey boards and much more.

And for the cricket enthusiast, Bennett’s Sports has a huge range of the biggest names in cricket including complete Puma Pulse junior kits to get the young ones started.

Rowan said, “In store you’ll find something to suit every member of the family no matter what their sporting interests.

“We stock the biggest brand names in quality sporting gear and equipment and we pride ourselves on our service.

“With our latest catalogue sale now on, our customers can also enjoy fantastic savings on a huge variety of products which is great at this time of the year.”

For more information or to enjoy the Hot Christmas Sale, call into Bennett’s Sports at 161 Allan Street, Kyabram, phone 5852 1911 or 132 Hare Street, Echuca, phone 5482 6661. Both stores will be open every day in the lead up to Christmas.

Enjoy your optical benefits this Christmas YOUR FRIENDLY OPTICAL SPECIALISTS… Pictured, Shepparton Optical Services Receptionist, Casey Bann.

Photo: Alicia Niglia.

YOUR local optometrist and eyewear specialists, Shepparton Optical Services have some fantastic benefits for their customers throughout December.

Shepparton Optical Services customers can enjoy a great range of fashion eyewear and sunglasses including brands like Oroton, Police (exclusively), Ray-Ban, Guess, Prada, Spotters and Vera Wang to mention a few with their big 30 percent off sale right up until Christmas Eve. Shepparton Optical Services also has a great range of lower priced, quality eyewear to choose from as well.

Shepparton Optical Services, Proprietor and Optical Dispenser, Theresia Cirillo said, “We also stock a full range of designer optical wear including Prada, Vera Wang, Ray-Ban, Guess, CK, Charlie Brown, Nina Ricci as well as Morrissey.

“Our warranties are exceptional and we pride ourselves on the quality of our product. We combine our friendly approach with the latest technology to provide the best possible service for our customers.”

Shepparton Optical Services have been servicing the needs of the region for more than 23 years and

have the experience and expertise to help maintain the long term health of your eyes.

Theresia said, “It is also important for our clients to know that if they have unused optical benefits they should act now, so that it doesn’t go to waste.

“For example, when you pay for extras cover, your heath fund allocates a certain amount of money for you to buy glasses or contact lenses during the year. If you don’t use it in the allocated time (usually before December 31) most health funds keep the money. It’s the same as paying for glasses but never receiving them.

“You can actually use these funds towards getting a pair of prescription sunglasses, an upgrade on your current spectacles or even a spare pair of extra reading glasses to have in the car or to leave at work. It makes sense.

“We encourage our clients to come in and see us so that we can help with all of their optical needs.”

For more information, call in and see the team at Shepparton Optical Services 58 High Street, Shepparton, phone 5822 1411 or alternatively, 18 Melville Street, Numurkah, phone 5862 3066.

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Innovation, the secret to beauty Innovation EXCITING NEW DIMENSION… Pictured, Kim O’Keeffe Nail and Beauty Proprietor, Kim O’Keeffe with her new range of her own Hush jewellery. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

AS a local woman in business, Kim O’Keeffe has always been proactive about developing new and innovative ranges and services to meet the changing demands of her customers.

The addition of her latest exciting new dimension to her business is no exception, with Kim O’Keeffe recently launching her own collection of fashion jewellery, ‘Hush’.

Kim said, “With my training and wholesale business going strong I wanted to lift the retail component of my retail area and salon and a range of fashion jewellery seemed the perfect fit to complement my makeup and salon.

“Initially I put in a small range to complement our new season lipstick and nail polishes and it proved very popular.

“I have now extended the range which includes a fashion range of stunning colourful pieces as well as a classic range of leather, pearl and crystal jewellery.

“Another addition is our range of lab diamond jewellery which looks and wears like real diamonds at a fraction of the cost. Hence the inspiration for the name, ‘Hush’. Prices range from $19.95 to $65 which is exceptional value.”

In terms of beauty training courses and the wholesale aspect of the business, Kim O’Keeffe is also now a training ambassador for CND Shellac, which places her with an elite team of educators.

Kim said, “My programs attract students from many destinations, which is fantastic for Shepparton. I love teaching, because it provides an opportunity to train someone in a skill that can create great careers in the industry.

“I run a variety of short beauty courses and business coaching programs, which means that my students can stay constantly up to date with the latest products and techniques.”

Kim O’Keeffe’s own established makeup range, Livyem and Hush jewellery have also recently been launched on a national online buying site, omgcosmetics.com.au as a part of omgdirect. com.au, which Kim says has created a whole new audience to the brand.

“I am so grateful to my customers who support my business. Their loyalty to my brand is quite humbling. I do everything possible to provide great products and service and I’m also fortunate to have great staff including my Salon Manager, Shannon Brown-Shepard who work to help me achieve this.

“Having my own brand gives me the opportunity to bring products to the market place that are of the highest quality and at affordable prices.”

For more information, contact Kim O’Keeffe Nail and Beauty at Shop 10, Wyndham Mall, 294 Wyndham Street, Shepparton or phone 5821 3301.

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Melodies of Christmas to liven region

By David Lee NOTHING gets you in the festive mood more than carolling along to the melodies of Christmas and this year’s 39th annual Carols By Candlelight (CBC) event, promises to bring Christmas cheer the whole family can enjoy.

This year’s annual event, held on Sunday, December 22 will feature a grand line-up of traditional carols to encourage the audience to sing along, special guests and will see Artist, Adam Toms headline and team up with Local Artist, Briana Lee to perform their self written Christmas carol, coming to a spectacular end with the traditional fireworks display at 9:30pm.

Weather permitting, CBC will see thousands of locals gather at the Queens Gardens on Welsford Street, with a wet weather venue set aside at the Multi Purpose Pavilion at the Shepparton Showgrounds.

Greater Shepparton City Council Festival and Events Officer, Liz Connick said, “This year’s event we will see the return of nine 46 inch LCD panels mounted throughout the Queens Gardens. This solves many of the viewing problems.

“Shepparton Carols by Candlelight is an iconic tradition that has enjoyed a proud history of bringing the community together to celebrate. Every year

CHRISTMAS TRADITION… This year’s 39th annual Carols By Candlelight event will bring Christmas cheer the whole family can enjoy. From left, Artists, Adam Toms and Briana Lee. Photo: David Lee.

1,000s of people come together to relax with their families and friends at a very busy time of year.

“It’s a chance to stop and soak up the amazing talent we have in Shepparton.

“Proceeds from the sale of carols books, candles and glow merchandise are donated to the many community groups involved in the celebration.

“If you have never been to Shepparton’s Carols by Candlelight before make this year your first, you will be very surprised how the Queens Gardens transform into a Christmas celebration like no other,” Liz said.

Opera in the Alps with Anthony Warlow THE 2014 Opera in the Alps to be held on Saturday, January 18, will feature one of Australia’s greatest stage performers, Anthony Warlow together with his ‘Phantom of the Opera’ and ‘Annie’ co star, Julie Lea Goodwin in ‘An Evening with Anthony Warlow’.

Anthony has been starring in Annie on Broadway, New York for the past 12 months and will fly from New York to Beechworth to perform exclusively at the 2014 Opera in the Alps event. Opera in the Alps has gained such a reputation over the past 18 years, that it is now able to attract one of Australia’s greatest performers.

This is the first one-off concert Anthony has agreed to do in eight years and is expected to be a sell out.

The evening will feature Anthony and Julie performing hits from Phantom of the Opera, a little Mozart, as well as many Anthony Warlow “favourites” backed by the Alpha Sinfonia Orchestra conducted and compared by the popular ABC announcer, conductor, pianist and raconteur Guy Noble. Anthony is also keen for the Opera Scholars Australia ensemble to back some of his numbers.

With an expected crowd of four to five thousand, patrons will be able to wine and dine from 5.30pm at an additional number of regional food, wine

AN EVENING TO REMEMBER… Pictured, one of Australia’s greatest stage performers, Anthony Warlow will star at the 2014 Opera in the Alps to be held on Saturday, January 18. Photo: Supplied.

and coffee outlets. As well as the premium dinner packages this year, there will be the option of another dining experience - the Tapas Marquee that includes food, wine and premium seats for the concert.

At the start of the evening, the three young Opera Scholars Australia finalists will perform their opera arias to compete for the prize of ‘Opera Scholar of the Year’.

The gates open at 5.30pm at Baarmutha Park – surrounded by the beautiful Beechworth Golf Course.

General bookings can be made through the Beechworth Visitors Information Centre on 1300 366 321 or premium/tapas dining bookings can be made through Australian Music Events on 9819 7166.

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Christmas gift ideas made easy GREAT GIFT IDEAS… For all of your computer and electrical needs this Christmas, call into Harvey Norman Shepparton. Pictured, Computers Franchisee, Abhi Patil. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

FOR a great range of gift ideas for the whole family, Harvey Norman have everything from computers and accessories, gaming consoles, games and gaming accessories, portable electronics and with stocking fillers starting from as little as $10.

Harvey Norman Computers Franchisee, Abhi Patil said, “Tablets, iPads and smart phones are undoubtedly our most in demand items this Christmas, with their popularity just continuing to grow.

“But we also have a great range of lower price point Christmas gift ideas perfect for the whole family.

“Photo gifts are always a great, personalised gift idea for friends and family.

“And for a larger scale gift, we have one of the biggest ranges of laptops and desktop computers to choose from.

“Laptops make an ideal, practical gift idea for students heading into secondary or tertiary education.

“SLR Cameras and gaming consoles are also very big ticket items in the lead up to Christmas. We have a great range of cameras, camera accessories, gaming consoles and gaming accessories to choose from.

“We also have a special offer of a $150 gift voucher to spend in store as a free gift when you purchase any gaming, desktop or laptop computer in the lead up to Christmas.”

Until Christmas, store hours will also be extended for last minute shopping opportunities. For more information on store hours or any of the great range, call in to Harvey Norman at 7950 Goulburn Valley Highway, Shepparton or phone 5820 2900.

Enjoy a short break this summer WITH the summer months finally here, now is the perfect time to book a short break in Melbourne to enjoy the myriad of sporting events, music and cultural festivals.

Highlights of the city’s Summer calendar include the Ashes at Melbourne Cricket Ground (December 26-30), Melbourne’s annual Midsumma Festival (January 12-February 2), the Australian Open Tennis (January 16-27), and Chinese New Year’s celebrations (February 10-12). Visitors to Melbourne will also enjoy free summer concerts performed by the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (February 13-23), free fitness classes at Federation Square up throughout December and the annual free music festival on the beach at St Kilda (February 2-10).

To enjoy all there is on offer in Melbourne this Summer, Metro Apartments Bank Place has released a Summer Package offering accommodation for two people in a one bedroom apartment with full buffet breakfast from $175 per night valid from December 1, 2013 to March 31, 2014.

Metro Apartments Bank Place offer inner city apartment style accommodation that lives up to the city’s European charm. Tucked away down an atmospheric cobbled laneway, the surrounding heritage-listed piazza introduces you to Melbourne’s charming lanes and city precinct with its range of cafés, restaurants and enticing

SPORTS, MUSIC AND CULTURE… Enjoy the highlights of the city this Summer from your home base at Metro Apartments Bank Place.

Photo: Supplied.

shopping.

The property offers 46 apartments, a choice of either studio or one-bedroom suites, as well as a split level, two bedroom penthouse. All suites include a kitchenette and laundry facilities.

Guests can book at Metro Apartments Bank Place and other Metro Hotels properties by calling the toll free Central Reservations line on 1800 004 321. Alternatively bookings can be made online at www.metrohotels.com.au.

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PREMIUM CHOICE…Chook World has a great range of fresh cut meats as well as Christmas hams and turkeys to get you cooking this festive season. Pictured, Proprietor, Chris Sim. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Enjoy a great Aussie Christmas barbeque LOCALLY owned and operated Chook World specialise in providing members of the Goulburn Valley with premium choice cuts of fresh chicken with the good old fashioned customer service they’ve come to be known for.

In addition to this, the team also specialise in a whole range of fresh cut meats as well as Christmas hams and turkeys to meet the needs of your Christmas time festivities.

Proprietors, Paulette and Paul Sim together with son, Chris say now is the time to get in your Christmas time orders, so that you can be prepared for celebrations with family and friends.

Chris said, “We have a great range of meats perfect for a great Aussie Christmas barbeque, we have pre-packaged barbeque packs or we can tailor a pack to suit your needs.

“Christmas hams and turkeys are always a popular option at this time of year and we have a range of sizes to suit your family’s festive needs.

“We would encourage all of our customers to get their orders in early, to be prepared and avoid any potential disappointment during the Christmas time rush.

“We’d also like to take the opportunity to thank all of our customers for their support throughout out the year. We wish everybody a very merry Christmas and a safe and prosperous New Year.”

Chook World are open 7 days per week, call in and see the friendly team at 35 Vaughan Street, Shepparton, or phone 5831 8686.

Send your wish list to the North Pole CHRISTMAS is fast approaching and as all of Santa’s helpers at the North Pole begin to buzz with excitement children across the region are being encouraged to get their Christmas wish list in the mail.

Last Christmas Australia Post delivered more than 150,000 letters to Santa, which all received personal replies and children are once again beginning to post their wish lists to the jolly man in red, ahead of his busiest night of the year.

All wish lists should be sent to Santa, North Pole 9999.

SANTA’S MAILBOX… Children across the Goulburn Valley are being reminded to post their letters out to Santa before Christmas arrives. Photo: Supplied.

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FESTIVE FLAVOURS… Pictured from left, Europa Deli and Café Proprietor, Eileen Curtis with Deli Manager, Judy Hiscock. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Delicious Christmas time foods EUROPA Deli and Café are your dedicated local delicatessen with a delicious array of international and locally produced ingredients to create a mouth watering feast for you, your family and friends this Christmas.

Europa Deli and Café’s crowning glory is their delicious selection of authentic antipasto ingredients. The Europa’ team can offer you friendly advice on the best accompaniments for your own ‘do-it-yourself’ platter or they can take the hard work out of party preparations with pre-prepared antipasto platters made to order for your Christmas time celebrations.

Europa Deli and Café Proprietors, Eileen and Michael Curtis and the team pride themselves on their great variety of cheeses and delicious foods,

including quality Christmas hams ideal for Christmas time feasts.

Eileen said, “At Europa Deli and Café we stock a huge range of both imported and locally produced products to ensure the best possible selection and highest quality food items.

“The team also have the knowledge and experience to help you with food preparation and serving suggestions so you can perfect new and interesting recipe ideas in the comfort of your own kitchen, and serve up something a little bit extra special this Chirstmas.”

For the Europa Deli and Café touch this Christmas, call into 37 Vaughan Street, Shepparton or phone 5831 3109.

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Gifts from the heart, delight the soul JUST Me Patsy is celebrating their first Christmas in their new Corio Street store and Store Owner, Patsy Winter says they couldn’t be happier.

“We are very happy in our new location, it’s got great parking, a great feel and we are excited for the festive season and the New Year ahead,” Patsy said.

The team at Just Me Patsy have also been very busy preparing for the festive season with a great range of fantastic gift ideas to delight your family and friends.

Patsy said, “We have so many great gift ideas. The ‘Mighty Purse Handbag Butler’ for example is a fantastically popular product in our range, but it is just one of many gorgeous items across the store.

“New in store are the Arianna Buttons, which allow you to create your own necklace, ring or bracelet in your own chosen style for as little as $25.

This is just one example among many of beautiful, affordable gift ideas, which you’ll find in store.

“This Christmas, I would encourage my customers to bring their written Christmas list in store, which makes Christmas shopping a lot easier and not only that, they also need to put themselves on the list. In fact, put yourself at the top of the list. Christmas is about showing your appreciation of the people you love and it’s important to love ourselves as well.

“Christmas is about giving and you need to give yourself something.

Wrap it up and put it under the tree as a secret Santa present and you’ll have something gorgeous to look forward to for yourself on Christmas day.”

Just Me Patsy cater for every taste and budget, you can even find beautiful gifts in store for as low as $10 or $15 depending on what you’re after. And, if you’re not sure, gift vouchers are a great idea, because there is so much to choose from across the ever changing and exciting range.

Patsy said, “The perfect gift is a gift from the heart, so try not to put too much pressure on yourself. It’s your thoughtfulness that counts.”

Just Me Patsy will be open on Sunday, December 15 and 22 in the lead up to Christmas with late night shopping on Friday nights as well as Saturdays until 2pm, to make it a little bit easier. They’ll also gift wrap.

This Christmas, discover something special for your loved ones at Just Me Patsy, 189a Corio Street, Shepparton or phone 5822 1755.

CHRISTMAS IS ABOUT GIVING… So put yourself on the list and give yourself something to look forward to from Just Me Patsy. Pictured, Just Me Patsy Store Owner, Patsy Winter. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

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this Christmas SHEPPARTON’S own locally owned and operated, Culture Tree offers something for everyone.

With products ranging from a variety of Himalayan salt lamps, Buddhas, elephants, owls and recycled tyre mirrors right through to swing seats and outdoor settings.

Culture Tree’s range of clothing is one of the store’s crowning jewels with people travelling from far and wide to enjoy the unique collection.

Culture Tree also pride themselves on their extensive range of incense and crystals.

Proprietor, Jo Williams said, “We also have prayer flags, chakra flags and hangings as well as a fantastic range of products ideal for Christmas gift ideas at very competitive prices.

We also offer layby and a free gift wrapping service.

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE… Pictured Culture Tree Proprietor, Jo Williams. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

“We are fortunate to live and work in a fantastic community and we’d like to encourage everybody to support their local traders and shop locally this Christmas.

“We hope that everyone enjoys their shopping experience with the friendly staff at Culture Tree and we’d like to extend to you all a very merry Christmas and a happy and safe New Year.”

For all of your unique gift ideas, call into Culture Tree at 88 Fryers Street, Shepparton or phone 5831 5032.

Look good, feel great ONE of Shepparton’s newest hairdressing salons, Scissors Zone is offering families a relaxed environment to enjoy all of their hairdressing needs this Christmas.

Hairdresser, Miriam Maunder said, “We offer a range of services for our clients in a relaxed and professional environment.

“Our senior Hairdresser, Kulwinder Kaur of fers specialised eyebrow threading, which is a traditional and precise method of controlling and shaping your eyebrow and is an alternative to waxing.

“We also offer gift vouchers, which are a great gift idea for Christmas.”

Scissors Zone of fers all aspec ts of hairdressing including men’s and women’s cuts, colours, blow waves and hair ups for special occasions as well as children’s hair cuts, men’s and women’s facials and manicure/pedicures.

Scissors Zone is also conveniently located in the heart of Shepparton’s shopping precinct within easy walking distance of the Maude Street Mall.

For more information or to meet the team, call into Scissors Zone at 328 Wyndham Street, Shepparton or phone 5821 9988.

NEW, SCISSORS ZONE… Pictured, Scissors Zone Beautician/Stylist, Kulwinder Kaur practicing the traditional method of eyebrow threading. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

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SHOP AND WIN… Pictured from left, The Good Guys Administration Assistant, Nicole Moore, Store Manager, Rodney Arthur and Salesman, Jack Thomas. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Celebrate a Disney Christmas at The Good Guys

THE Good Guys have partnered with Disney to deliver a very exciting opportunity for families to win big this Christmas.

Simply spend $50 or more in store at The Good Guys and you’ll go into the draw to win one of 20 magical family trips to Disneyland Resort, USA including return economy airfares from the closest capital city for two adults and two children, three nights accommodation at Disney Grand Californian Hotel and Spa, four day Disneyland Park Hopper pass for a family of four, Character breakfast for four, return airport transfer, travel insurance and $1,000 spending money.

Or you can Play and Win in store where everyone who plays wins. Simply spend $50 or more in store and you’ll receive a unique code on your boarding pass. By texting your code to 1999 5555, you will win an instant prize.

The Good Guys Shepparton Store Manager, Rodney Arthur said, “The Good Guys are very excited to partner with Disney and we look forward to celebrating a very merry Disney Christmas with all of our customers and to giving them lots of chances to win.”

The Good Guys Shepparton has all of your last minute gift ideas covered with a huge range of big brand homewares, electrical appliances, electronics, whitegoods and much more. There’s something to suit every gift idea at every price point and with their partnership with Disney, everyone is a winner this Christmas at The Good Guys.

This Christmas, call into The Good Guys Shepparton at 130-160 Benalla Road, Shepparton, phone 5832 9000.

Chance to win this Christmas ULTIMATE Fasteners are getting into the Christmas spirit, with a giveaway competition where you can go in the draw to win a Kincrome 73 litre Retro Cooler Cart valued at $249.

The competition, which will run on Ultimate Fasteners Facebook page until 3pm on Friday, December 20, will also see the winner walk away with a slab of VB or Carlton Draught cans.

All you have to do to be in the running is search for ‘Ultimate Fasteners & Industrial Supplies’ on Facebook, ‘like’ their page and ‘share’ the competition post and you’re in the draw for a chance to win a cooler that would either make a great gift for a loved one this Christmas, or a nice addition to your backyard barbeques.

The lucky winner will be announced after the close of the competition on Friday, December 20.

KINCROME COMPETITION… Ultimate Fasteners are giving away a Kincrome 73 litre Retro Cooler Cart (pictured) as part of a competition they’re running on their ‘Ultimate Fasteners & Industrial Supplies’ Facebook page. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

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Marvel at Iron Man 3

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THIS action packed sequel adventure sees Tony Stark (Robert Downey, Jr.) wrestle with his inner demons while contending with monsters of his own creation.

The story in Iron Man 3 picks up shortly after the events of The Avengers.

Having previously entered another dimension in order to save New York City, Tony remains deeply haunted by the experience. Unable to sleep, he throws himself into his work with such intensity that it begins to take a heavy toll on both his mental health and his relationship with Pepper Potts (Gwyneth Paltrow). Tony has only started to appreciate the gravity of his problems when an enigmatic terrorist named the Mandarin (Ben Kingsley) hijacks the airwaves and threatens to bring America to its knees with a painful series of “lessons” that even President Ellis (William Sadler) won’t be able to ignore.

Fortunately, Tony isn’t on his own, and with the help of Col. James Rhodes (Don Cheadle) and a young boy named Harley (Ty Simpkins), he pieces together the mystery of the Mandarin, whose final “lesson” promises to be the most painful of all.

The Adviser together with McDonald’s are giving you the chance to win a copy of the action packed Iron Man 3 along with two $5 vouchers to be spent in store at McDonald’s Shepparton, Mooroopna or Echuca stores.

Competition closes Monday, December 16. Winners will be notified. Good luck!

For your chance to win, simply colour in, fill in the entry details and send to: Iron Man 3 The Adviser PO Box 1664 Shepparton Victoria 3630

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