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Cases remain open on three missing locals

By David Lee W I T H the incred ible stor y of the disappearance of 27-year-old Diamond Creek man, Dane Kowalski circulating newsrooms across the country, local police have issued a timely reminder to save a thought for the three missing locals whos cases are still ongoing.

While 61 missing persons were reported in 2010, 74 in 2011, 79 in 2012, 140 in 2013 and 260 in 2014, John Charles Jones, Vincenzo Piscioneri and David Buchanan are the only three locals who are yet to be located after going missing between 1963 and 2014, with police continuing to appeal to the public for information on the men’s Continued on page 20 whereabouts.

FIRST DAY DELIGHT… Ryan Taylor, 7 and Caleb Taylor, 5 are ready for Bourchier Street Primary School and will join 4,600 others enrolled at state primary schools across the region who are excited to be starting their first day of the 2015 school year in the coming week. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Excitement in the air 4,600 children set to take on primary school

By Sarah Knight EXCITEMENT is mounting for children across the Goulburn Valley, with the new school year just around the corner and an estimated 4,600 students enrolled to take their seats at primary

schools across the region.

There’s plenty for the youngsters to get excited about, with new teachers, new classes, new friends, and most importantly for local student, Ryan Taylor, 7, it’s all about the Bourchier Street Primary School canteen.

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Local’s fight for a cure

By David Lee AT just 19 years of age, local resident, Anna Rachele is experiencing a daily struggle like no other, but her battle with Scleroderma isn’t holding her back from trying to make things better for others with the disease.

Scleroderma, or systemic sclerosis, is a chronic connective tissue disease generally classified as one of the autoimmune rheumatic diseases, with symptoms including the thickening or hardening of the skin that can cause serious damage to internal organs including the lungs, heart, kidneys, oesophagus, and gastrointestinal tract, and there is no cure.

In Anna’s case, the disease is affecting her stomach, bowels and joints which makes it near impossible for her to eat and when she does, she is left feeling nauseous. Her life now consists of being ‘hooked up’ to a nutrition bag every night to ensure she gets all she needs to survive.

Anna said, “I’m nauseous 90 percent of the time and suffer from fatigue and joint pain, which makes it hard to get out and live a normal life.

“I was diagnosed in 2013, but before being diagnosed, one of the hardest things was how difficult it was to explain to others what was wrong. Even to doctors, it was hard to try and explain the symptoms.

“When I first went into hospital, they thought it was psychological and at one stage took out the feeding tubes.

“It took a lot of work to find a specialist that was interested enough to investigate.

“It’s hard just to manage everything all together and it’s been a tough journey over the past few years. It’s still tough now, but having doctors who are aware of the condition and treating it really helps.

“I have started a fundraising page to try and raise awareness for the disease with all funds going toward Scleroderma Australia to help fund a cure and help them support others with the disease.”

LIFE ALTERING BATTLE… Local resident, Anna Rachelle and her mother Debroh are hoping that by raising awareness for the autoimmune disease, Scleroderma and raising funding for Scleroderma Australia, they may be able to help toward finding a cure for the life altering disease that Anna was diagnosed with two years ago. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Anna’s mum Debroh Rachele said, “It was difficult for me because I felt bad for making her go to see so many doctors, but I knew something was really wrong.

“I couldn’t just watch her starve to death and I couldn’t give up.

“There are so many little things we all take for granted like eating and showering ourselves.”

To make a donation and help toward the fight for a cure for Scleroderma, visit www.sclerodermaaustralia.com.au /about/ about-scleroderma

Unwell children smile at furry visitor

By David Lee FOR four-year-old local twins, Georgia and Eliza Cowlen and all other children treated at GV Health’s Children’s Ward their experience would be a very different one if it weren’t for the monthly stopovers by a very special, furry visitor.

The Shepparton Veterinary Clinic, in partnership with GV Health, have been helping to bring smiles to the faces of unwell children as well as patients being treated in the Mary Coram Unit for more than 10 years, through their Pet Therapy Program, designed to relieve anxiety, help with relaxation and normalise things for the children and other patients while they are going though an otherwise tough time.

Shepparton Veterinary Clinic Veterinary Nurse, Katherine Pozzobon said, “For the last three years we have had four-year-old Boxer, Ollie coming in to give the children and other patients a bit of a treat. All of the dogs we use are extremely well behaved and

BRIGHTENING A CHILD’S DAY… The Shepparton Veterinary Clinic has partnered with GV Health to bring trained Therapy Pets, such as fouryear-old Ollie, into the Children’s Ward to brighten the day of unwell children once a month and last week it did just that for local four-year-old twins, Georgia and Eliza Cowlen.

Photo: David Lee.

trained for this specific purpose, and then once we decide it is time for a certain dog to move on, they help to train the next one.

“It’s great to see the difference that the visits make and just how much it goes toward their recovery. Best of all, it puts a

smile on their faces.”

GV Health Child Life Therapist, Bronwyn Cole said, “This program is great because you get to see children who have been miserable for days, be brightened by the visits.”

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Sheed prepares for first week of parliament

By David Lee WITH the first week of parliament kicking off next week, Member for Shepparton, Suzanna Sheed is settling into her new office along Vaughan Street and is preparing for her inaugural speech.

Since the declaration of the polls at the end of last year that saw her take the seat, Suzanna has been busy meeting with the Premier of Victoria, Daniel Andrews in Melbourne, taking part in two full days of induction, visiting the Katunga Field Day to look at the on-farm water improvements that have been rolled out as well as getting her boots dirty at International Dairy Week.

Suzanna also spent some time on Friday meeting with the Minister for Health, Jill Hennessy, where she discussed the GV Health service plan and master plan as well as the funding needed to get the project going and gunning for commitment from the Labor Government.

Suzanna said, “We opened the front door on January 12 and we’ve had many people from across the region contact us to make appointments. I’ve met with local Indigenous leaders and the Minister for Local Government Aboriginal Affairs and Industrial Relations, Natalie Hutchins.

“I will be meeting with the Minister for Public Transport, Jacinta Allan in the first week back at parliament, which will give me the opportunity to talk about the rail for this region.

DOORS OPEN FOR COMMUNITY… Member for Shepparton, Suzanna Sheed has officially opened her doors at her new premises in Vaughan Street and is getting right into the swing of the role. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

“The fact that we have been neglected for so long is political and now we have a Labor Government in, the question will be, do they want to help Shepparton out now that there is an Independent here.

“I expect to give my inaugural speech when we go back to parliament where I will be talking about what I perceive to be the neglected areas of regional Victoria. I will be talking about this region, its agriculture, horticulture, dairy, the multicultural nature of our community and how Shepparton has

the biggest Indigenous community outside of Melbourne. I will also discuss a little of my campaign and the four major issues that were on the agenda during that time.

“Our doors are open and I welcome the community to drop into the office or phone in if they have any issues that they wish to bring to my attention.”

To reach Suzanna Sheed, drop into 5 Vaughan Street, Shepparton or phone 5831 6944.

Locals honoured with Australia Day Awards

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THE top events and citizens of the year were given their ‘just desserts’ on Monday, during Australia Day Award ceremonies that rang out across the region.

Awards were presented for Citizen and Young Citizen of the Year as well as a range of other awards covering sports, events, education, business, community service and senior.

Among those awarded, Severin Duhring was announced as the Greater Shepparton Australia Day Citizen of the Year for his work in establishing the Mooroopna Men’s Shed in 2012, being an avid volunteer of the Blue Light Disco Committee, the Kiwanis Club of Mooroopna and the Mooroopna Community Plan Committee and passes on his driving skills to youths taking part in the L2P Driving Program.

Shelby Cordwell-Ford was announced as the Greater Shepparton Young Citizen

of the Year for her work over the past few years volunteering at the Emerge Cultural Festival and Out in the Open Festival and has volunteered at the Salvation Army Store, Verney Road Primary School After School Care and has been an active member of Word and Mouth Youth Committee.

Greater Shepparton City Council Mayor, Cr Dennis Patterson congratulated all award recipients. “All award winners have made significant contributions to their communities and Greater Shepparton as a whole.

“It is fantastic to see people getting involved in organisations in their local communities and helping to make a difference and thank you to the people who took the time to submit a nomination to recognise their fellow citizens.”

As well as the awards, 60 new Australians were presented with their citizenship certificates.

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Student artwork takes over walls at SAM

By David Lee VARIOUS artistic mediums created by 16 Year 11 and 12 students from secondary schools across the region as well as students from eight primary schools are the latest addition to the Shepparton Art Museum’s (SAM) walls, with the end-of-year exhibits, Self/Expression and The Art Room opening last week.

The exhibitions, which highlight the achievements of students who participate in visual art courses, provide students with the opportunity to experience what it is like to display their works in a real life exhibition situation.

SAM Visual Arts Educator, Rhonda Chrisanthou said, “There were 36 students from both Year 11 and 12 who submitted applications for Self/Expression. 16 students were shortlisted from a very large field.

“The Art Room displays feature artworks by students from Year 1 through to Year 10.”

Shepparton High School Year 12 Student, Liana Besim said, “My piece is an oil pastel, pen and acrylic drawing.

I wanted to create an image that represents me and I like camels, so I took the pattern design from the rug on the back of a camel and used that as a basis for my piece.

“It’s exciting to see your artwork presented for everyone to see.”

Notre Dame Year 11 Student, Laura Douglas said, “My photographic works are inspired by works by Petra Collins, Larry Clark and Sofia Coppola. I wanted to create a nostalgic feel with an authentic look so used a high ISO to make the images grainy.

“I didn’t expect my works to be chosen and to see them on display is pretty special.”

Goulburn Valley Grammar School Year 12 Student, Monique Pankhurst said, “For both of my pieces I used digital photography but one utilises editing skills and the other acrylic paints to bring my theme ‘Dreams and Nightmares’ to life.

“I’m rapt to have them on display. It makes all the effort worthwhile.

“It’s also great to see the works that other students at other schools have done.”

Self/Expression and The Art Room will be on display from Friday, January 23 to Sunday,

INSPIRING ARTWORKS… Shepparton High School Year 12 Student, Liana Besim with her untitled artwork inspired by a camel’s rug, which is currently on display among other works created by students from schools across the region at the Shepparton Art Museum. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

February 22 and will be accompanied by The Rennie Ellis Show, currently showing. Entry is free and SAM is open seven days from 10am to 4pm (public holidays 1pm to 4pm).

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Events

COMMUNITY CONNECT For more information on how to register for your Community Connect listing contact The Adviser via email at classifieds@sheppartonadviser.com.au Please note listings are to be 45 words or less.

UPCOMING T H E G OU L BU R N VA L L EY K I DN EY SUPPORT GROUP meet on the first Monday of the month. The first meeting is on February 2 from 11am until 2pm at University of Melbourne, School of Rural Health, Graham St Shepparton.

Our group aims to provide understanding and support to family and friends affected by Kidney Disease. For more information, contact Carmel Gordon on 0407 097 455.

COM M U N I T Y SA F ET Y GROU P NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH MEETING will run on Tuesday, February 3 from 7:30pm at Shepparton Police Station, Welsford St. Shepparton. Residents of all areas and towns in the City of Greater Shepparton are invited, especially if you are interested in, or concerned about personal and property safety and crime prevention. For further information, contact Cathie, 5821 9943 or 0434 343 327.

GOLF CROQUET for beginners is held every Friday morning from 9am at the Shepparton Croquet Courts, Winston Street, Shepparton.

Come along and learn a most enjoyable game.

First two weeks free following a $5 green fee after that. Flat shoes required, all other equipment supplied. For further information, phone Trudy Serafini on 5822 0178.

ONGOING KYA BR A M A L-A NON FA M ILY Group meetings are held Mondays from 10:30am to 12pm and Tuesdays from 4:30pm to 6:15pm.

Alateen Group meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 6:15pm. Held at Salvation Army Hall, 24 Unitt Street, Kyabram. Enquiries, 5853 1344 or 0407 522 496.

COU N T RY WOM EN’S ASSOCI AT ION Congupna branch meetings are held at the

GET YOUR DANCING SHOES ON… Cool Cat Rockers offer beginner dancing classes for people of all ages.

Photo: Supplied.

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Congupna Hall on the third Wednesday of the month from 11am. Everyone is welcome. For further information, contact Marg Sarkady on 5825 5106.

GOULBURN VALLEY TYPE ONE Peer Support Group Shepparton provides support for people living with Type 1 diabetes and meets on the first Monday of every month from 7:30pm at GV Health Community Therapy Room, Graham Street in Shepparton. Enquiries, email gvtopsgroup@gmail.com or phone 5832 2674.

CAMPASPE REGIONAL LIBRARY are seeking interest for a proposed Computer Group to meet at Echuca Library on the 1st Saturday of each month from 10:30am. For more information, call David 0408 101 846, leave your name with library staff, or come along on the day.

SH E PPA RTON BR I D G E C LU B me e t s from 7pm Monday at U3A Hall Esson Street.

Members are required to join Goulburn Valley U3A. For more information, phone Derek Poulton 5825 4112 or John Moore 0438 455 741 or refer to the website www.wix.com/ sheppartonbridgeclub/2013 SHEPPARTON TOASTMASTERS Want to learn how to communicate more effectively and improve your public speaking and leadership skills? Shepparton Toastmasters meet on the first and third Tuesday of each month, 7pm to 9pm, The Mechanics Institute Hall, 277 Wyndham Street, Shepparton. Phone 0421 322 276.

TRANSPORT TO CEMETERIES On the third Saturday of each month Goulburn Community Transport provides transport to the cemetery to visit loved ones. For more information, contact Vilma Ondrus 5831 3607 or Goulburn Community Transport 5831 8515. Shepparton visits are $3 and Pine Lodge visit $4.

GRACE TALK All of your questions on the world today and God will be answered by a Bible Teacher of 35 years. The talk is a nondenominational, non-profit, no fee, totally free teaching of the Bible and its author. Phone 5825 5301 or 0418 560 575.

FREE SOUP KITCHEN Available Mon to Fri 5-6pm at Victoria Park Lake, Shepparton, next to Skate Park, and Wednesdays 5-6pm at North Community House, Parkside Dve, Shepparton; Opportunity Shop, 4 Mill St, Mooroopna; Numurkah Park, Melville St, Numurkah; Hogan St, Tatura; and in Nathalia and Kyabram.

IS SOMEONE’S DRINKING CAUSING YOU CONCERN? Are you troubled by someone else’s drinking? Al-Anon Groups for adults and Alateen groups for children offer anonymous help and emotional support to those affected. For information, contact Al-Anon Family Groups 5825 1160.

GROW GROUP Struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship troubles, or coping with everyday life? Thursday 2:30pm at Kyabram Community Learning Centre, 21-25 Lake Road, Kyabram. Shepparton group will re-open early October. For further information, call Lindy on 0448 052 769.

ESHCOL DAYLIGHT LODGE meets from 10:30am on the fourth Monday of every month.

New and unaffiliated members are welcome to join and partners are welcome for lunch. For further information or enquiries, phone 5824 1274 or 5825 2142.

Tell us about your ‘not for profit’ community events, email classifieds@sheppartonadviser. com.au or fax 5832 8920 (information is required at least 2 weeks before an event)

Have a rocking time with Cool Cats’ SHAKE, rattle and roll your way into learning how to Rock ‘n’ Roll ‘50s and ‘60s style or brush up on the dancing skills you gained years ago, with Cool Cat Rockers’ beginner’s lessons.

This year, beginner’s classes commence on Tuesday, February 10 from 7pm at Wesley Hall on Maude Street, Shepparton and even if you don’t have a partner the Cool Cats’ friendly social group of likeminded people will ensure a ‘rocking time’ will be had by all.

Kaye Rossignoli from Cool Cat Rockers said, “Rock ‘n’ Roll is a pastime that combines the art of socialising, meeting new friends, having lots of fun and all whilst also keeping fit.

“We have the first of our big dances for the year coming up on Saturday, February 21 from 8pm until late, which will be held at the Shepparton High School Hall and feature top Melbourne band, Who Was That Cat. We encourage people to come along for an enjoyable night,” Kaye said.

For further information, contact Kaye on 5821 5465 or drop into Wesley Hall at 7pm from Tuesday, February 10.

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LETTERs

Opinion

Letters to the Editor

We welcome letters to the Editor but they are not guaranteed to be included and may be edited for reasons of style or content. Letters will not be eligible for consideration if they contain defamatory material, or information of a personal nature which is not in the public domain.

SOUTH AFRICAN TINNED PEACHES STILL A PROBLEM Dear Editor, In 2013 the Australian Anti-Dumping Commission (ADC) found that the South African tinned peaches flooding the Australian market were not being ‘dumped’ at a rate to attract anti-dumping duties. This was a severe blow to SPC Ardmona (SPCA), which had brought the case to the ADC. It meant the unfair competition in the tinned fruit market continued unabated.

There have been some very interesting recent developments with South African fruit company Rhodes Food. They have decided to accept a fine for 1.2 million Rand, which is the equivalent to AUD$126,000, instead of facing the South African Competition Tribunal on the grounds of collusion and anticompetitive behaviour with a competitor Langeberg & Ashton Foods.

Rhodes Food and Langeberg & Ashton Foods are the same two South African companies found by the Australian Anti-Dumping Commission to be not ‘dumping’ preserved fruit on the Australian market.

In 2009 a South African Competition Commission started to investigate and eventually concluded that Rhodes Food had been fixing prices, dividing markets and collusively tendering in foreign markets, particularly in Australia where they were price fixing apricots, peaches, pears and fruit cocktail. However, late in 2013, the Australian Anti-Dumping Commission dismissed the case brought by SPCA, which argued produce was being dumped.

The New Zealand Anti-Dumping Authority also had an inquiry, considering the same product and prices at the same time. Not surprisingly New Zealand found that there was ‘dumping’ and extended its anti-dumping duties to continue to cover the South African imports.

Over the past three years Rhodes Food massively increased its Australian market shares of processed pears increased by 102 percent, peaches increased by 50 percent and apricots increased by four percent in Australia. This increase of exports to Australia almost crippled Australia’s last fruit processing company SPCA. SPCA simply could not compete with the price of these dumped products, as well as the dumped canned tomatoes.

The ADC should reinvestigate the case of the South African peaches imports, just as they are now reinvestigating the case of the dumped tinned tomatoes. This time they are going to include a consideration of the $1.23 in European Union subsidies paid to their tomato grower suppliers. We must have a fair playing field in the Australian market to give Australian companies a fighting chance.

Yours sincerely, Federal Member for Murray Dr Sharman Stone

THE MAGIC OF STORY TELLING Dear Editor, I had the privilege the other day to have interaction with two fine gentlemen from Kaiela Aboriginal Community Art Gallery through my work. It was great to have a yarn with Mr Anselmi about the good old days when Gary Cooper played for Mooroopna Football Club, winning premierships in the early ‘80s. But the experience didn’t stop there. Later in the day Mr Saunders helped my partner (Sarah) have a greater understanding of Indigenous beliefs, the significance of animals, land, tribes and trees that can only be passed by story telling not from books. This has helped her with studies via Swinburne University. If we don’t take these opportunities to learn from human interaction (face/face) the importance of story telling will be

lost. The internet, Facebook or mobiles just don’t have the magic Mr Saunders has. He reminds me of great Indigenous people like Gary Foley (Gumbainggir) activist and Yothu Yindi singer Mandawuy Yunupinu - a very smart man who is passionate about his people. Everyone should take the opportunity to visit Kaiela Community Art. You might be surprised what you learn, find and see.

Yours sincerely, Mr T Tricarico

LABOR MUST END UNCERTAINTY OVER HIGHER EDUCATION REFORMS

Dear Editor, Opinion on the Abbott-Truss Government’s higher education reforms has gone up a notch as critics anticipate the legislation’s reintroduction to parliament next month.

But as they preach how the uncertainty is affecting students and the sector, they fail to acknowledge that their own Labor-Greens camps have caused the current impasse.

Labor introduced the demand-driven system that this government wants to retain but also ensure its long-term sustainability, which Senator Carr now opposes. Strange, given the double-digit growth in students most universities experienced under the system.

Meantime, the student unions demand education access and opportunity for all students including those disadvantaged. Also odd, given this is precisely what the government’s legislation sets out to do through scholarships, removing the upfront HELP fee, and extending government support to sub-bachelor courses and private providers that will provide pathways into higher education.

The expansion of the demand driven system under the reforms will benefit over 80,000 students a year by 2018 ... the student unions clearly haven’t done their homework. Nor has Senator Carr in his criticism of speculated university drop-outs as a result of low ATAR acceptances. The pathways under the Coalition’s reforms will help prepare low ATAR score and other students gain a higher education qualification, so why oppose it?

Despite the scaremongering, there hasn’t been a dramatic drop off in student university enrolments this year so far. In fact, government data shows university applications are at similar levels to last year, with some unis reporting a rise.

Many students appear to trust universities to be reasonable on future course pricing. And they should with the sector issuing public statements and modelling confirming it. Similar assurances were made at the senate inquiry into the reforms that I chaired. Nor does it make any business sense to do the contrary and lose students - these are smart people running the sector.

Reform is never going to be easy. The government introduced changes after discussions with the sector and senators interested in representing students, not party politics.

Even former Labor MP, Maxine McKew, now Honorary Fellow at the University of Melbourne’s Graduate School of Education, called on Labor to end the impasse while other members privately agree.

The higher education sector supports the reforms and all want an end to the uncertainty.

It’s unlikely the Greens will agree to a sensible compromise – it’s time Labor did.

Yours sincerely, Nationals Senator Bridget McKenzie Chair, Senate Education and Employment Legislation Committee Want to have your say?

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Shepparton collecting memories to exhibit THIS year, the 2015 Shepparton Festival welcomes a new event to their massive lineup of entertainment, exhibitions and exciting events.

The Shep Collect Exhibition is an installation of memorabilia and collections significant to the Goulburn Valley.

Displays will combine the visual languages of photography, design and communitybased, developed archival materials to map the past and present of the region.

In the spirit of community ownership and inclusion, the Shepparton Festival will be holding a Community Collecting Day on Tuesday, February 3 at La Trobe University Foyer, 210 Fryers Street, Shepparton between 3pm and 7pm Shep Collect Curator, Angela Bailey said, “We invite residents of the Goulburn Valley to bring along any of their own personal collections including old photos, signage, printed tea towels or any other items and memorabilia that they think may be of interest to the public, specifically anything that displays the word Shepparton.”

Organisers will have access to a scanner for copying old photos on the day of collection, if members of the community would like to submit their photos for possible inclusion. Some items submitted already include, collections of fruit labels, gathered over 30 years, La Trobe University Shepparton Campus 20th anniversary memorabilia and even beads used by Hair Africa – Shepparton’s first African hair salon.

The exhibition is a true tribute to Shepparton, in celebration of our unique community, past and present. In part, it is a contemporary ode to the traditions of the

COLLECT YOUR EXCITEMENT… With a huge line-up of entertainment, exhibitions and exciting events one of the newest additions to the Shepparton Festival, Shep Collect, is sure to make this year’s festival one not to be missed. Drop in to share your local memorabilia with Shep Collect Curator, Angela Bailey. Photo: Supplied.

local fair, the political and social potential of a strong ‘local’ economy. More broadly, the project seeks out the ways connections between people and place can be imagined.

This keynote project is central within the festival and manifests the 2015 theme; grown, picked and packed.

The exhibition will be held at La Trobe University, 210 Fryers Street, Shepparton and will officially open at 6pm, Friday, March 6.

For more information on how you can donate, contact admin@sheppartonfestival. org.au or call 5832 9540.

Building partnerships to drive business SH EPPA RTON Show Me (SSM) is a collaborative marketing program that strategically promotes Shepparton as the preferred destination in northern Victoria to do business, shop, dine, play and stay.

SSM was launched in 1998 by a dedicated group of business owners from Shepparton’s CBD, who shared a vision of Shepparton becoming the retail, commercial, enter tain ment and cultu ral hear t of provincial Victoria.

SSM is now overseen by a committee, made up of representatives from local bu si ne s s e s a nd G re ater S heppa r ton City Council who are responsible for coordinating marketing campaigns targeted to specific audiences and industry sectors.

Through targeted marketing initiatives SSM aims to drive shoppers and visitors into Shepparton, enticing them to utilise the city’s professional services, attend an event or festival, eat out, plan an overnight stay and shop at our local businesses.

Well know local businessman Mat InnesIrons is the SSM Marketing Coordinator and together with the SSM Team, will be running a column in The Adviser once a month over the next three months to raise awareness of up-coming events, initiatives and business activities.

T he objec t ive of t he colu m n M at says, is to “Not only educate the public about what’s on locally, but to also assist businesses in proactively driving business

LET SHOW ME SHOW YOU… SShepparton Show Me Marketing Coordinator, Mat InnesIrons will be running a column in The Adviser once a month over the next three months to raise awareness of up-coming events, initiatives and business activities. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

for themselves by working in unison with planned events happening within the community.”

To have a chat to Mat about SSM please call 5832 9852 or email mat.innes-irons@shepparton.vic.gov.au

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Local winery produces outstanding wine MON IC H I NO Wines is both fa m ily owned and operated and has been since its establishment back in 1962.

Monichino Wines have always been highly regarded for their award winning wines, placing great emphasis on producing rich,

full bodied, aromatic styled wines; so it really comes as no surprise that Monichino Wines’ 2011, wild fermented, Chardonnay was recently awarded best in its class (Class 5, white wines) at the Dookie Wine Show.

The prestigious local event showcases the very best of our region’s wines. The award winning wines are showcased at the wine shows’ awards dinner which attracts approximately 200 guests annually.

Chief Winemaker, Terry Monichino said, “We are really pleased with the result.”

Monichino’s large range of wines are available on tasting at the Cellar Door, which is open from 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday, and 10am to 5pm Saturday and Sunday.

Located just 10km north of Numurkah, Monichino Wines is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a day out, with a friendly country atmosphere and lovely views of the beautiful vineyards. Indulge with a regional cheese platter and a glass of wine in the courtyard.

Cheese platters, muffins and hot drinks available every day.

AWARD WINNING QUALITY… The wines being produced by Monichino Wines are of such good quality that the 2011, wild fermented, Chardonnay was recently awarded best in its class (Class 5, white wines) at the Dookie Wine Show. From left, Monichino Wines Chief Winemaker, Terry Monichino and Marketing and Administration Manager, Anna Sergi (Monichino).

Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Monichino Wines also cater for functions and weddings of up to 150 guests in their dedicated function room. For bookings or to

enquire about a function at Monichino Wines phone 5864 6452 or email sales@monichino. com.au

Empowering women to reach their peak PEAK Physique Women’s Fitness Centre is proudly, independently owned and operated

by Founder, Emma O’Keeffe.

Emma established the business just over six months ago, with a view to, “Empower women to feel better about themselves and reclaim control of their lives, particularly their health and fitness.”

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Emma says her business motto is simple, it’s all about, “Setting goals and achieving results.”

Located on Level 1 of the Tirana City Walk, in the heart of Shepparton’s CBD, Peak Physique offers a range of options to suit your personal fitness needs. From 30 minute individually tailored or group Personal Training (PT) sessions with Emma up to three times a week, to Boot Camp or Group Fitness Classes.

Peak Physique’s Les Mills group fitness classes include Body Pump, Body Attack, Body Combat and RPM. In addition to the current classes Emma is also looking forward to introducing the high energy Les Mills Body Step class to the program during the first week of February. Along with Body Step, Peak Physique are also excited to announce their new Box Fit and Yoga classes, also beginning the first week of February.

Peak Physique always welcome new members, of any fitness level to the club, “We have young ladies from 16 years old right through to 60 year old women, both in our classes and in the gym.”

Peak Physique offers members early bird sessions with full access to all facilities that will ensure you’ll have enough time to hit the showers, and even use the casual kitchen to cook yourself some breakfast before you start your workday.

For more information, opening hours

BE IN PEAK CONDITION… Peak Physique Women’s Fitness Centre Founder, Emma O’Keeffe can help to keep or get you in ‘peak’ condition. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

and the Peak Physique’s group fitness t i m e t able phone 5821 8589, e m a i l peakphysiqueshepparton@outlook.com or visit www.peakphysiqueshepp.com.au

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New $3.6M station to bring competitive fuel prices

By David Lee A COMPETITIVE $3.6M petrol station is currently being constructed in north Shepparton, with plans to push the price of fuel down at bowsers across the region.

Family owned Australian business APCO, which has 23 other stations across the state, are currently building the 455sqm station on the corner of Numurkah and Pine Roads, which will include 10 refuelling bowsers and a café area and plans to open in May this year.

APCO Director, Peter Anderson said, “We look at all the major centres and are always looking for opportunities. There was another site we’d been chasing in Shepparton for a while but it didn’t look like it was going anywhere. This site came up in the meantime and suited our purposes so we jumped on it.

“I lived in Shepparton for a couple of years when I was in primary school and my father worked with Mobil there.

“The current fuel price hike is typical of what’s been going on for a long time, it’s simply about lack of competition. The prices might be high, but it’s understandable due to the rises in wages and other contributing factors.

“We are utilising local builders for this project. It’s always been our policy to use local builders. We went out to tender in Shepparton and chose Crows Construction, which has been terrific.

PUSHING PRICES DOWN… A $3.6M petrol station owned by Australian company, APCO, is currently being built in north Shepparton and plans to push the price down at other bowsers across the region.

Photo: Alicia Niglia.

“We will bring some further competition to Shepparton, which will see the other stations drop their price to match ours.

“We’re a family owned company and Australian owned. By buying product from APCO you’re helping continue the support of manufacturing in this country because we’re

buying off the two refineries in the state of Victoria.

“We’re looking forward to it. I want to commend the town planners. It’s been a breath of fresh air to deal with Council and other authorities. Nothing was ever too hard when I spoke with them.”

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Former resident heading to Princeton University FORMER Shepparton student, Sam Parsons has won a scholarship to Princeton University, an Ivy League research university in the United States, which has produced 17 Nobel Prize winners.

Sam has been a boarder at Geelong Grammar School since receiving an academic scholarship to attend the prestigious school in Year 7. He completed Year 12 in 2014, achieving a perfect Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) score of 99.95.

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“I have every reason to be excited,” Sam said.

“I’m not very well travelled so the thought of going to another country is really exciting.

But for me, going to live in America will be the same magnitude as going to boarding school (as a 13-year-old). I considered it an adventure and gained an intimate understanding of how to live as part of a community.”

Sam was School Captain at Geelong Grammar School in 2014. He was also a member of the School’s first VIII Rowing crew and a member of the relay team that broke the school record in the 4x400m at the APS Athletics.

Almost 25 percent of Geelong Grammar School’s secondary students (Years 7-12) receive some level of financial support through scholarships and other awards.

The school offers a very broad variety of scholarships; ranging from academic, musical and sporting scholarships to general excellence scholarships for students whom the school believes will make a positive contribution to the community through their all-round talents.

HEADING TO THE STATES… Former Shepparton student, Sam Parsons was awarded a scholarship to Princeton University. Photo: Supplied.

For more information about Geelong Grammar School scholarships, visit the school’s website at www.ggs.vic.edu.au

Excitement in the air continued from front page

RYAN told The Adviser he was excited about “getting the slushies” and “seeing my best mate Darcy.”

Ryan is about to begin his third year at Bourchier Street Primary School starting grade two on February 2, but that’s not the most exciting thing about going back to school, this year, Ryan gets to play big brother in the school yard for the first time and can’t wait to introduce his little brother, Caleb, to “where the big kids play.”

Caleb, will begin the year in grade prep at Bourchier Street’ this year and said, “I’m excited about everything! Meeting my mates from Kinda, meeting the teacher and I’m really excited about getting all the books that Ryan gets; spider ones, dinosaur ones and the snake ones.”

Ryan and Caleb’s mother, Christie Taylor said, “I’m really happy sending the kids to Bourchier Street’, the teachers are really easy

to talk to, they are very accommodating, and the principal knows all of the kids by name, which is pretty impressive given the school has over 600 kids.”

With a projected 700 children across the Goulburn Valley expected to start grade prep this year; the day is expected to be a tough one for many parents across the region. After over five years with their little ones at home during the day, the transition can be quite daunting for many.

Christie said, “It’s an emotional time, as a parent – you’re so proud and excited for them but then, on the other hand, your babies are growing up and you’re also nervous about this new phase of life.

“It will be a big change having both the boys at school, the house will be quiet; I’m really unsure what to expect.

“The best thing is that the preps have a settling in period of six weeks, where they will have Wednesdays off, to give them a rest and time to settle into the new routine.”

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home living Beautiful, practical designer kitchens FOR almost 30 years Liberty Kitchens has been servicing the Goulburn and Murray Valleys, offering customers tailor-made kitchen solutions.

Senior Sales Estimator, Dawn Rayner said, “Our team at Liberty Kitchens are always looking for new and innovative inclusions for our customer’s homes.”

“Liberty Kitchens are focused on user functionality, we tailor our cabinets to meet the needs of our customers and specialise in storage solutions. It is all about how to best utilise the space whilst keeping to our client’s budget.

Dawn says, “Keeping the items you require at your fingertips is a really key point in kitchen design. You want to achieve an uninterrupted workflow in the kitchen, simple things like installing compartments in drawers near the hotplates for commonly used utensils is a really practical idea.

“Drawers are one of the most valuable additions to a kitchen providing better use of space and ease of access to contents. They can also be disguised behind doors (as pictured) to give an uninterrupted streamline finish without compromising functionality.

“We offer a number of different brands, giving customers the option of several tiers of choice, dependent on their priorities, it’s all about what suits you and what suits your budget,” says Dawn.

Up to the minute examples of Liberty Kitchens cabinets can be viewed at the

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GET THE LATEST… Liberty Kitchens Senior Sales Estimator, Dawn Rayner and the team at Liberty Kitchens have all the expertise you need to give your home the latest innovative look and functionality. Photo: Alicia Niglia. showroom at 60 Williams Road Shepparton.

You can also view cabinets in a home environment at Dennis Family Display Homes, Lots 323-325 Canterbury Ave, The

Boulevard Estate, Shepparton. For more information or to speak to one of the friendly staff at Liberty Kitchens, phone 5831 2620.

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Termites are on the move LOCALLY owned and operated by Mary Stevanovska and Nathan East, Solar City Pest Control pride themselves on delivering quality customer service that not only assists customers with a range of pest problems, but also aims to educate and inform.

With the warm summer weather upon us, thunderstorms and humidity in the air, the team are focused on what are the perfect conditions for termites to start new colonies.

“We strongly recommend that everyone has their property inspected once every 12 months, regardless of the protection they currently have in place.

Solar City Pest Control takes the time to provide a thorough pest inspection that leaves customers feeling confident and at ease.

“What we provide is good old fashioned customer service.” Says Mary.

So much so, that Solar City Pest Control were nominated for the Customer Service Award in the category of Trades and Services at the 2014, Powercor, 95.3 3SR FM Business

QUALITY SERVICE…

Solar City Pest Control Director/ Technician, Nathan East and Director/ Accounts, Mary Stevanovska along with the team at Solar City Pest Control pride themselves in delivering quality service.

Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.

Awards.

The team at Solar City Pest Control travel far and wide to ensure they meet the needs of their customers, from Wangaratta to Seymour, Echuca/Moama to Swan Hill, Coleambally

and everywhere in between.

For more information or to book your pest inspection today, phone 5825 4000 or email admin@solarcitypestcontrol.com.au

Your Summer perfect outdoors YOUR outdoor space is the first chance to inspire and impress and because you spend more time in your outdoor haven during the warmer weather, it’s important to make it comfortable and Summer perfect.

Before you begin any project it is important to work out your budget, what it is you want out of your landscape and how much time you can spend on a garden once it is completed, with all of that out of the way you can look at your options.

Because we live in Australia, and our Summers can be quite hot, succulent plants can be a modern and easily managed addition to your yard, but if you have the time and energy to work outdoors every weekend, a flower or vegetable garden would be a worthy investment. If effort isn’t in your future,

consider a nice rock or stone water feature instead.

During the summer, your outdoor space is key for entertaining. With a few key components, your patio or porch can easily be turned into an entertainment haven. Of course, your space wouldn’t be complete without a barbeque.

If expensive renovations are out of your reach, you could breathe new life into your furniture and add a few accessories for a cheaper yet effective end result. A little upholstery makeover on your outdoor furniture can make all the difference and add some great colours to have your space take on any character, look and feel that you wish.

Bright colours can go well with flowers and the greenery, while mono colours can give your

outdoors a classier look.

Whatever your ideas, there are a few little tips and tricks that can have your outdoors the envy of your visitors.

MAKE YOUR YARD POP…

Your outdoor space is one of the most important parts of your home during Summer and there are a few little tips that can make your yard pop. Photo: Supplied.

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Meet Shepparton’s newest physiotherapist EXPERTISE PROVIDES RELIEF… Core Physiotherapy Physiotherapist, Sonal Shah at Core Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Clinic has the expertise to help with a wide variety of muscular, sports related and spinal conditions. Photo: Alicia Niglia

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BRAND new to Shepparton, and situated at the Maude Street Medical Consulting Suites, Shepparton, Core Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Clinic is owned and operated by Sonal Shah.

Sonal graduated from the University of Melbourne and has practiced in private and public hospitals as well as aged care facilities and private practice. With such experience and broad exposure to a wide variety of muscular, sports related and spinal conditions, Sonal brings with her to the region, a broad array of skills.

Sonal believes, “That it is the diagnosis and treatment of the entire kinetic chain, that makes up the neuromuscular system that is key to a successful recovery.”

Core Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Clinic offer a wide array of treatments for conditions such as lower back pain, sciatica, whiplash, sporting injuries, arthritis, posture problems, joint and muscle pain, pre and post operative orthopaedic surgery and also take the stress away by making personalised home visits if required.

“I focus on finding the true cause of the problem and not simply providing prophylactic relief,” says Sonal.

“I use evidence based practices to provide patients with the most current treatment techniques, ensuring rehabilitation programs are tailored to produce positive results for all of my clients.”

Core Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Clinic encourage close communication with patients, specialists, GPs and other health professionals, as their belief is that this is an integral part of the recovery and rehabilitation process.

For more information, or to book an appointment with Core Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Clinic, phone 5820 3431, drop into the clinic at 92-96 Maude Street or email admin@corephysiosports.com

wi t h Geoff Adams

VIBRAnT COAsTAL LIFe… The spectacular Amalfi coastline.

nATURe’s BeAUTY… Waiting to go into the famous Blue Grotto. Sunlight passes through an underwater cavity and shines through the seawater, creating a blue reflection that illuminates the cave.

The delights of Italy…north and south WHAT better way to be introduced to Italian hospitality and fine Italian cuisine than by attending an Italian wedding, set in the stunning countryside north of Milan.

One hour’s drive northeast of Milan and one hour by train east of Lake Como takes you to the medieval region and city of Bergamo.

There’s the new part of the city, which is nothing particularly special, and there’s the old Bergamo town (Upper Bergamo) only a few kilometres away set high in the hills.

Hermann Hesse (future Noble Prize winner and an avid traveller) in 1913 wrote in his diary referring to the Bergamo region as “one of the most beautiful corners of Italy, one of the many, small surprises and joys that make travelling worth while.”

Upper Bergamo is set within the circle of a sixteenth-century wall. Narrow cobbled streets are navigated by mostly small cars, so much smaller than what we’re used to in Australia.

There’s something so different about the European late summer light in September, it’s a soft haze and looks more like smoke, but it isn’t.

Travelling in late September/October is a great time to avoid the big tourist crowds. A place highly recommended to stay in Upper Bergamo is Hotel La Valletta Relais.

It’s at a reasonable tariff, includes a wonderful breakfast and a complimentary taxi service. The views up and down the valleys are extraordinary. Heading south of Rome for something coastal, there is Positano. Set along the south west coast near Naples, it is also well worth a visit.

Mountains fall into the stunningly beautiful Mediterranean for as far as the eye can see.

It’s impossible to describe the colours of the Mediterranean; you have to see it to believe it.

Positano, a unique and fascinating mosaic composed of colourful and graceful

houses...and lots of small hotels, set on very steep slopes.

A specialty dish along this part of the Amalfi Coast is calamari...it’s absolutely delicious. It’s well worth asking the locals and particularly the front desk hotel staff for the good eateries and restaurants.

New driving skills may be called upon when you make your way along one of the most spectacular drives in the world. Many tourists hire drivers, I’m not sure how they do it, buses snake along the most narrow of roads with 100 metre cliff faces everywhere; mopeds are a great way to travel if you’re game.

Positano is a great place to base yourself.

The spectacular Capri is only 50 minutes by boat, Sorrento half an hour by car, Pompeii approximately an hour depending on the traffic and among the highest villages to visit along the coast is Ravello. The views from Ravello are among the most spectacular in the world.

To experience the history of Pompeii and the archaeological excavations of this most amazing Roman city set on approximately 60 hectares, requires a day and good footwear.

It’s hard to comprehend just how the Romans built this city. There are Roman r u i n s yo u c a n i m m e r s e yo u r s e l f i n everywhere. Walking into the amphitheatre, just one of 84 sites and buildings, gives you an excellent glimpse of Roman life albeit a speck of it.

Italy has so much to offer, it’s a wonderful country to visit.

Until next time, Safe Travel’n, Geoff Adams

HIsTORIC VenUe… The ancient amphitheatre which held 12,000 spectators, its construction dates back to 80 B.C.

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Cases remain open on three missing locals

JOHN CHARLES JONES… Reported missing in February 1963 is Shepparton man, John Charles Jones. Photo: Supplied.

VINCENZO PISCIONERI… Vincenzo Piscioneri, who was reported missing in December 1982 was last seen in his yellow Toyota Crown, believed to be heading to NSW. Photo: Supplied.

THE oldest case, reported in 1963, is that of now 94-yearold Shepparton man, John Charles Jones. Mr Jones was last seen leaving his Newton Street home on February 10, with his daughter providing police with details outlining his final moments. Mr Jones was seen carrying a suitcase, which he had said contained a suit he was taking to be dry-cleaned. Mr Jones is described as being 177cm tall, with a medium build, hazel eyes and a Welsh accent.

Vincenzo Piscioneri, described as 73 years of age, 165cm tall with a medium build, olive complexion, black hair and brown eyes, went missing in December 1982 but was only reported missing to police in 1992. Mr Piscioneri’s brothers had hired a private investigator to locate their missing brother, but upon failing they took the case to investigators at Shepparton Police. Mr Piscioneri was last seen leaving the Shepparton area in a yellow Toyota Crown believed to be headed toward an unknown location in NSW. The most recent report has police baffled as to the location of Mooroopna man, 53 year old David Buchanan, who was last seen at the Commonwealth Bank on July 14 last year.

DAVID BUCHANAN… Missing since July last year, David Buchanan is believed to be at a location 10km south east of Euroa, but search and rescue crews have failed to locate any sign of him. Photo: Supplied.

On July 19, police discovered Mr Buchanan’s car at one of his frequented locations along Euroa-Strathbogie Road about 10km south east of Euroa. Several ongoing searches, with the latest on January 7 this year, have uncovered no trace of Mr Buchanan and according to reports from family, Mr Buchanan is believed to have taken his own life.

Acting Sergeant of Shepparton Police, Shane Kervin said, “With Mr Jones’ case, our best hope is to track down somebody from his place of employment, Post Masters General who may be able to shed some light on his disappearance.

“There are so many different scenarios; did he leave of his own accord or did he meet with foul play? The family quite obviously are still searching for answers on what type of scenario led to his disappearance.

“After last being seen in 1982, investigators have looked at all options but there has been no trace of Mr Piscioneri since.”

Detective Senior Constable Peter Aitken of Shepparton Police said, “Regarding Mr Buchanan’s case, we believe he may have passed away somewhere nearby to the location his

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DANE KOWALSKI… Having been missing since December 13 last year, Diamond Creek man, Dane Kowalski is still missing, but his friends and family refuse to give up searching. Photo: Supplied.

car was discovered.

“Instances of his behaviour prior to his disappearance led police to believe he has been suspected to have passed away and that there are no suspicious circumstances surrounding this matter.

“There is some private land surrounding the area close to where his car was located that we have not been able to search so there is a chance he may be located there.”

The peculiar case of Dane Kowalski has seen his friends and family band together to carry out a national search after his disappearance on December 13 last year. Mr Kowalski was last seen leaving his Diamond Creek home having told friends he was heading to Darwin and with police as well as friends and family doing all they can, they are yet to find any answers.

Mr Kowalski is described as about 185cm tall, brown hair, blue eyes and has a tattoo on the right-hand side of his rib cage and across his chest.

Police are urging anybody with information relating to any of these missing persons to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppers.com.au

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Snapshots of Shepparton’s past ‘GIFT’ FOR LANCE… The year was 1958 and the popular Shepparton Gift event, which ran during the New Year’s Day Carnival, was won by local electrician, Lance Watters. Lance became the sixth Shepparton runner to be crowned the event’s victor. In the left photo you can see Mr G. C. Moss placing a sash around the shoulders of Lance Watters on New Year’s Day 1958, while Carnival President, W. H. Tonkins watches on. In the photo below, Lance is seen running the race on the far left.

SHEPPARTON has been a thriving community for more than 155 years, and throughout that time many people and events have helped to shape the township into the community that it is today.

The Adviser, with the help of former local, Marlene Kuhn, has decided to share some of those moments in time with you through a series of photographs.

If you have an old photograph of a local event or moment in time that you would love to see published, feel free to email the image to editorial@sheppartonadviser.com.au • See next week’s edition of The Adviser to take a trip back to 1949 and see students of Shepparton High School’s Form 1H.

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Former footy teammates reminisce

REVISITING GAME DAYS… After decades locals, Don Fairless, Bob Dowdell and David Serafini have revisited their football days with Shepparton East Football Club, reminiscing on their team’s 1948 grand final win from their new homes at Kialla Gardens’ Banksia Lodge. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

By David Lee W HEN Don Fairless and David Serafini joined Bob Dowdell as residents at Kialla Gardens’ Banksia Lodge, they immediately recognised one other from their days playing together in the Shepparton East Football Club, each reliving the success their team had in the 1948 grand final.

Their colours were yellow and black and the teammates were up against SPC at the Deakin Reserve grounds, but despite football being a rougher game in those days, the Shepparton East Tigers came out victorious by four to five goals, winning their third premiership.

Bob, 97, had stint with North Melbourne from 1943

GRAND FINAL WIN… The 1948 premiership winning Shepparton East Football Club team. Photo: Supplied.

through to 1945 playing his career as Ruck and joined Shepparton East in 1948.

“It was better football back then and we had as good a team as any other country team of the time.

“It’s was definitely a different football ground then.”

David, 91, had played with St Kilda before joining Shepparton East In 1943 and also played Ruck.

“I had shown good form in football from a very young age. When I left school I started playing in the Sunday competition, known as the CYMS. “When I joined Shepparton East Football Club in 1943 we played at Laws Paddock along Benalla Road. We had a

heshen bag wrapped around a gum tree for a dressing shed, which we shared with the opposition.”

Don, 87, also joined the team in 1943 playing mostly in the Back Pocket, but occasionally Full Back.

“It was pretty ordinary football back then.

“Winning the premiership in 1948 was the club’s third time. We won our first in 1944 and then again in 1945.

“In 1949, after our premiership year, we merged with SPC to join the Goulburn Valley Football League and became Shepp United.”

Mega swim to hit Shepparton’s pool shores

By David Lee IN just four days, this year’s 24 Hour MS Mega Swim will see more than 100 swimmers from across six teams take to the water for the swimming marathon, with 89 year old local resident, Laurie Phillips joining them for his fifth year.

Held at Aquamoves in Shepparton from 12pm on Saturday, January 31 to 12pm on February 1, this year’s MS Mega Swim hopes to see $25,000 raised to add to the total of more than $70,000 raised in Shepparton over the past four years.

Member of Alphabet Soup swimming group, Damien Stevens said, “All members of the community are invited to join one of the teams or create their own team for this exhilarating event. Donations can also be made online to teams.

“The 24 Hour Mega Swim is one of the fastest growing community events in

Australia with approximately 30 events held annually across the country.

“The funds raised provide scholarships and financial assistance to some of the 23,000 Australians living with multiple sclerosis (MS).

“It’s not too late to register or donate.

Come along and have a dip if you don’t wish to stay for the entire 24 hours or just come by and support those that are.”

Laurie said, “I’ve done the mega swim for the past four years and it’s a grand way of raising money.

“I’ve actually got my son and my two grandchildren joining me in the water this year, which will make this swim all the more special.”

For more information about the 24 Hour Mega Swim or to register a team, visit www. msmegaswim.org.au or call 1300 705 341.

TAKING TO THE WATER… The 2015 24 hour MS Mega Swim will be on again in four days and 89 year old local resident, Laurie Phillips will be among the 100 people to take to the water in the name of fundraising for Multiple Sclerosis. From left, Aidan Hurle, 9 from Alphabet Soup swimming team, Laurie Phillips and Kate Pilcher from Ken McNamara Real Estate swimming team and Jess Peters from Alphabet Soup swimming team. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Cricket Scoreboard SCA Haisman Shield - A Grade

Round 11

Tatura (149) d Karramomus (134) Numurkah (6/171) d Shepp United (6/167) Katandra (7/172) d Mooroopna (93) CP St Brendans (8/195) d Old Students (154) Northerners (6/86) d Kyabram (83)

Round 12 day one, two day games (to be played on Saturday, January 31)

Mooroopna v Numurkah CP St Brendans v Karramomus Northerners v Katandra Kyabram v Shepp UTD Old Students v Tatura

Goulburn-Murray - A Grade

Round 11 - Day one, two day games (to be played on Saturday, January, 31)

Moama v Kyabram FB

Tongala v Echuca Cooma v Echuca South Rochester Tigers v Rochester UTD BLU v Stanhope

Murray Valley - Premier Division Round 10 day two, two day games

Nathalia (7/222) d Waaia (74) Cobram (4/328) d CobramYarroweyah UTD (10/209)

Strathmerton (7/235) d Deni Rhinos (6/71) Finley (190) d Katamatite (5/88) Barooga (3/19) d Katunga (189)

Round 11 day one, two day games (to be played on Saturday, January 31) Waaia v Strathmerton Barooga v Cobram Katunga v Deni Rhinos Nathalia v Finley Cobram-Yarroweyah UTD v Katamatite

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