Stop Shop Save & Entertain September 2015

Riverside Plaza FREE School Holiday Fun

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LET THE FUN BEGIN… Get in to Fun City these school holidays for three fun-filled hours of unlimited laser tag, all for just $25! . Photo: Alicia Niglia.

GREAT FREE FUN FOR THE KIDS… Riverside Plaza welcome back Enchanted Rainbow Entertainment, providing great, free fun these school holidays. From left, Proprietor, Shelley Davis and children’s entertainers, Beck Wayman, Dea Beale and Stacey Trinder. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

‘Ahoy there me hearties’ GET on board for plenty of fun, free entertainment at Riverside Plaza these school holidays.

Week one of the Riverside Plaza School Holiday Program kicks off on Tuesday, September 22, with free pirate and fairy themed craft activities where ‘kids’ will enjoy decorating their very own pirate sword or fairy wand with the girls from Enchanted Rainbow. Sessions offered from 11am to 2pm, Tuesday to Thursday.

Week two of the holidays promises to be just as fun-filled with Shelley and her girls offering the little ones a chance to create and take home their very own pirate or fairy snow globe. Enchanted Rainbow will be at the plaza from 11am to 2pm, Tuesday,

September 29, Wednesday, September 30 Thursday and October 1.

Riverside Plaza Marketing Coordinator, Lyndal Ford said, “In addition to all the free fun happening from Tuesday through to Thursday, both weeks of the holidays, parents and their kids can now also wander over to Fun City for awesome fun for the whole family. Fun City will be open from 11am Sunday to Thursday and from 10am until late Friday and Saturday evenings.”

So for plenty of fun, free excitement these school holidays, visit Riverside Plaza, 8025 Goulburn Valley Highway, Kialla. For more information visit Riverside Plaza’s Facebook page.

Enjoy unlimited laser tag at Fun City FUN City is offering loads of fun-filled entertainment these school holidays with three hours of unlimited laser tag!

Combine all that activity and adrenaline with a free hot dog and coke and you’ve got a pretty enticing offer for the ‘kids’!

From Monday, September 21 to Sunday, October 4, Fun City will be running two daily sessions, from 9am to 12pm and from 3pm to 6pm for the special price of just $25.

Simply cut out the coupon from Fun City’s advertisment in this week’s edition of The Adviser and take it into Fun City with you to claim this special offer.

Limit one original coupon per person, this offer is only valid during the September/October school holidays.

Fun City is also the perfect place for your child’s next birthday party, with eight different party packages now available, there’s something to suit every group and budget!

Let Fun City host your next party whist you relax and watch the ‘kids’ enjoy themselves. Call in and speak to one of the friendly team at Fun City, Riverside Plaza, 8025 Melbourne Road, Shepparton, email angie@funcity.com.au or phone 5823 1224 for more information.

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See spots with a Disney classic

101 Dalmatians has charmed audiences for generations with its irresistible tailwagging stars, memorable story and wonderful blend of humour and adventure.

Cruella De Vil, Disney’s most outrageous villain, sets the fur-raising adventure in motion when she ‘dognaps’ all of the Dalmatian puppies in London – including 15 from Pongo and Perdita’s family.

Through the power of the “Twilight Bark,” Pongo leads a heroic cast of animal characters on a dramatic quest to rescue

them all in a story the whole family will enjoy again and again.

The Adviser is giving two lucky readers the chance to win a 101 Dalmatians Prize Pack including 1x Classic 101 Dalmatians hard cover storybook, 1x Real-Along, 24 page book plus audio CD and a 101 Dalmatians animated Disney DVD. For your chance to win, simply write your name, address and telephone number on the back of an envelope and send to: Disney Prize Pack The Adviser PO Box 1664 Shepparton Victoria 3630 Competition closes Wednesday, September 23. Winner s will be notified. Good luck!

Note-one entry per person.

Fly away with Peter Pan THINK of the happiest things as you and your family experience the wonders of Peter Pan, the Disney classic that taught us magic never grows up.

Bid your cares goodbye as Wendy and her brothers embark on fantastic adventures with the hero of their bedtime stories … Peter Pan! With faith, trust and Tinker Bell’s pixie dust, Peter teaches them how to fly and leads them to the “second star to the right” and beyond … to Neverland!

The Adviser is giving five lucky readers the chance to win a copy of Disney’s animated Peter Pan DVD. For your chance to win, simply write your name, address and telephone number on the back of an envelope and send to: Peter Pan The Adviser PO Box 1664 Shepparton Victoria 3630

Competition closes Wednesday, September 2 3. Winner s will be notified. Good luck!

Note-one entry per person.

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SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE… From left, Visitor Information Centre Visitor Services Officer, Wendy Mathews and Volunteer, Robyn Slee are part of the team here to help you find something to do these school holidays. Photo: David Lee.

Discover the region with the Greater Shepparton Visitor Information Centre LOOKING for ideas to make these school holidays extra special? The staff and volunteers at the Greater Shepparton Visitor Centre have something for everyone.

The region is packed full of things to do and see, fun activities and entertainment for the entire family. Pop in and see the friendly team who will provide you with suggestions, touring routes, maps and souvenirs, information on a range of activities for all age groups that are guaranteed to engage and entertain.

The Visitor Information Centre is open 7 days a week, 9am to 5pm and is ready to help you plan out your activities.

Love the Moooving Art herd and want

to find our more? Then get involved in the Great Moooving Art Roundup, a treasure hunt for cows! Whilst you are picking up your entry form come in and collect the printed School Holiday Activity flyer, which includes activities like KidsFest, mini golf, free craft activities, live shows, sports clinics, nature experiences, miniature train rides, outdoor and indoor adventure parks and much more.

For more information or help planning for the school holidays, drop in to the Greater Shepparton Visitor Centre at 33-35 Nixon Street, Shepparton (opposite the Queen’s Gardens), visit w w w. discovershepparton.com.au or phone 1800 808 839.

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HOLIDAY FUN… From left, Big W Party Shop Party Guru, Tiffany Morris, Telstra Store Customer Advisor, Christian Portia and Smiggle Manager, Michelle Falk can’t wait to get into the pirate theme at Shepparton Marketplace these school holidays. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Free School Holiday Fun at the Marketplace THE Shepparton Marketplace has two fun-filled weeks of free activities and craft sessions to entertain the ‘kids’ these school holidays!

The first week will see the arrival of a pirate jumping castle and plenty of air time assured as bouncing sessions open from 11am to 3pm from Monday, September 21 to Wednesday, September 23.

From 11am to 2pm Thursday, September 24 to Saturday, The Chocolate Apple Factory will be hosting Chocolate Freckle Workshops where ‘kids’ will enjoy some sweet creating!

Week two of the holidays is sure to be just as fun for the little ones, with the girls

from Enchanted Rainbow providing craft sessions from 11am to 2pm daily. The ‘kids’ will love creating their choice of pirate hats or fairy wings, from Monday, September 28 to Saturday, October 3.

Shepparton Marketplace Marketing Coordinator, Danielle Tait said, “The school holiday activities are a great way for parents to enjoy some quality time out with their children; the kids are entertained and there’s no mess to clean up at home!”

Visit Shepparton Marketplace at 110 Benalla Road, Shepparton for loads of fun, free activities these school holidays and be sure to follow Shepparton Marketplace on Facebook for all the latest news and events.

Shepparton Croquet Club All children from the age of ten upwards, who are interested to learn a fun game of Golf Croquet, are invited to come along and have a hit of croquet on Friday, September 25 from 1:30pm to 3pm, at the Shepparton Croquet Courts in Winston Street, Shepparton (behind the Gowrie Street Primary School oval). If this session is successful and interest is shown, we will run another session on Friday, October 2.

Please wear sneakers or flat shoes, all other equipment will be supplied.

Cost is $3 per child and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Should you require any further information, phone Trudy Serafini on 5822 0178.

Shepparton Sports Stadium ‘Game On’ - The program will run on September 24, 29, 30 and October 1 from 9am onwards and children can be picked up between 3:30pm and 4pm. If required children can be booked in for extra time, finishing the day at 5:30pm for a small additional cost.

For more information on available spaces or costs, contact Premier Soccer on 0401 843 372, Shepparton Sports Stadium on 5832 9480 or register online at www. premiersoccer.com.au

Be entertained!

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Plenty to do these school holidays right across the region THERE is an abundance on offer right across the region to keep you and the ‘kids’ entertained these school holidays, the region’s parks and gardens to many of the region’s museums, there is plenty to see and do.

EVENTS Art Matters: The Australian Contemporary Context Date: Every Wednesday from 2 September to 16 September 2015 and 7 October to 21 October, 2015 Venue: Eastbank Centre, Alex Rigg room, 70 Welsford Street, Shepparton Contact Details: Shepparton Art Museum (03) 5832 9861 Price: $40 for series, $30 students, Individual session $10, students $5. Bookings are essential.

Time: 6pm Sam Out Late! September Date: Thursday 17 September, 2015 Venue: SAM (Shepparton Art Museum), 70 Welsford Street, Shepparton Contact Details: Shepparton Art Museum (03) 5832 9861 Price: Free Time: 6pm to 7pm I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change Date: Thursday 17 to Saturday 26 September, 2015 Venue: Bakehouse Blackbox Theatre, 17 Wheeler Street, Shepparton Contact Details: Aaron Palmer 0402 326 284,

info@stagtheatre.com Price: Full $30, Concession $25.

Time: 7:30pm to 10pm Mooroopna-Shepparton Miniature Railway Date: Sunday 27 September, 2015 Venue: Emerald Bank Leisure Land, 7725 Goulburn Valley Highway, Kialla Contact Details: Jack Dorbie 0427 824 308 Price: $2 Time: 10am Aquamoves Aquamoves is open throughout the school holidays on weekdays from 10am to 7pm and weekends from 10am to 4pm.

‘Express Lessons Learn To Swim’ Program one will run from Monday, September 21 to Friday, September 25 at a cost of $67.75. Program two will run from Monday, September 28 to Thursday, October 1 at a cost of $54.20. Program three will run from Monday, September 21 to Thursday, October 1 at a cost of $121.95. Places are limited. For more information, phone 5832 9400.

‘Gecko Kids Fitness Holiday Program’ The popular Gecko Kids Fitness Holiday Program will be running for 10 to 13 year olds on Wednesday, September 23 and Wednesday, September 30 and for Youngsters (5 to 9) on Thursday, September 24 and Thursday, October 1 from 1pm to 2:30pm. For bookings, phone 5832 9400.

‘Under the Sea Pool Party’ Enjoy music by the pool and exciting water features including topple torpedo (giant inflatable), waterslide, rapid river and tarzan rope at Aquamoves on Thursday, September 24 from 10am to 2pm.

You’ll also have a chance to win a three month Summer Pool Membership by coming dressed in an ‘Under the Sea’ themed costume! Judging will kick off at 11am, with the best dressed being the winner.

Other prizes and give-aways will also be up for grabs.

Plus meet our real-life Mermaid! Entry for adults (16yrs+) is $5.80, children are $3.80 and a spectator is $2.

Goulburn Valley Libraries Shepparton Library ‘Scratch Board Art’ Come along and make a scratch board, wrist band or masterpiece.

Thursday, September 24 from 11am to 12pm ‘Footy Fever’ Come along and design a footy jumper.

Enter our design a footy jumper competition and go into the draw to win a glow in the dark footy.

Friday, September 25 from 10:30am to 11:30am Monday, September 28 from 10:30am to 11:30am Mooroopna Library ‘Scratch Board Art’ Wednesday, September 23 from 11am to 12pm

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10 PASSIONATE ABOUT SMALL BUSINESS… From left, After Hours Accountant Services Receptionist/ Accountant, Daniella Trazzera, Accountant, Bradley Wilkins and Director and Certified Practicing Accountant, Salvatore Pennisi.

Photo: David Lee.

Take control and drive growth

After hours accounting support for small business AHA Services, The After Hours Accountant, is Shepparton’s newest accountancy firm, specialising in all forms of accounting and bookkeeping services for both small business and individuals - outside of normal business hours.

Director and Cer tified Practicing Accountant, Salvatore Pennisi has spent the past two years in a management accounting role and prior, five years in tax accountancy roles.

Salvatore told The Adviser, “The AHA concept was born out of a desire to make accounting and taxation services as accessible and affordable as possible. My focus is to provide the people of the Goulburn Valley with a fair and reasonable option for

their business and individual tax services.

“I’m really passionate about small business. I love to see businesses succeed and I want to assist business owners to identify where they can make more money; so within that I also offer business coaching and financial mentoring to clients.”

Salvatore and his team of two at AHA Services are now open from 12pm to 8pm, Monday to Friday and from 10am to 2pm on Saturdays.

Call in and speak to Salvatore about your personal or business taxation needs, at 314 Wyndham Street, Shepparton – just up from the Tirana City Walk or phone AHA Services, The After Hours Accountant on 5858 4687.

Giveaway promotion rewards more shoppers LAST weekend Home Central celebrated the start of the Goulburn Valley Football League (GVFL) Finals Series at their ‘Pop Up’ Garden. ‘Live’ on stage was the real ‘Hastie’ Premiership Cup and shoppers were invited to come up and have their photo taken holding it.

As part of this unique event, a ‘Footy Hunt’ was also organised where mini ‘footys’ were hidden throughout Home Central’s stores. Shoppers who found a ‘footy’ could make their way to the Home Central pop-up-garden and exchange it for a full size one.

The giveaways were all a par t of Home Central’s ongoing commitment to supporting our local football leagues through their sponsorship of the GVFL and Picola and District Football Netball League (PDFNL).

This was the second of Home Central’s 2015 ‘Gift Voucher Giveaway’ promotion where over $3,000 worth of Gift Vouchers is given away to happy customers.

To enter Home Central’s 2015 ‘Gift Voucher Giveaway,’ shoppers simply need to spend $20 at any of Home Central’s specialty stores.

The next ‘Gift Voucher Giveaway’ event will be held on Saturday, October 31 when Home Central will also be celebrating

SHOPPERS DELIGHT… Locals enjoyed a weekend of giveaways and a photo opportunity with the prized ‘Hastie’ Premiership Cup, at Home Central pop-upgarden. Photo: Supplied.

Halloween! Be there and be scared!

Visit Home Central 290 Benalla Road, Shepparton.

Spring has arrived at Just Me Patsy!

THE new Spring range at Just Me Patsy has just arrived and with lots of beautiful bright colours in footwear, handbags, sleepwear and accessories, you’re sure to find something to brighten up your wardrobe this season.

Store Owner, Patsy Winter said, “I absolutely love this time of year! I’ve put a lot of time and effort into our new range, to ensure there’s absolutely something for everyone.

“This season is a real ‘melting pot’ of colours and we’ve got a great mix of modern, classic and vintage styles to suit all tastes.”

The store is also bursting with fantastic,

fun, beautiful gift ideas, from luggage and the new lightweight Zoomlite range – perfect for business travel, to the brand new Koh Living tea light Minikins, ideal for Christmas presents.

Just Me Patsy is so much more than your average retail outlet; it’s a shopping experience you’ll find yourself wanting to come back for, time and time again - and there really is something for every taste and budget.

So if you’re looking for a special, unique or quirky gift for yourself or someone special, you’ll definitely find it at Just Me Patsy.

Visit Just Me Patsy, at 189a Corio Street, Shepparton or phone Patsy on 5822 1755.

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IT’S A SPRING THING… Just Me Patsy Proprietor, Patsy Winter has been busily unpacking her exciting new Spring range of clothing, footwear and accessories. Photo: Alicia Niglia.