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Renewed life injected into CBD

By David Lee THE first two businesses as part of the Renew Shepparton project officially opened their doors to the public yesterday, and with a theme surrounding the arts and history, the unique store’s owners are confident that they will do well.

Geoff Allemand, who is behind the Lost Shepparton Facebook page, will open the doors on his gallery of historical Shepparton at 33 Vaughan Street, formerly the Buddy’s Liquorworld, and will offer an audio, visual environment with photos and copies of the Lost Shepparton book on sale, as well as offering the chance to possibly snap up historical artefacts from the region.

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Singh sweet success Locally produced sweets go nationwide

DELICIOUSLY SWEET EXPANSION… From left, Singh Sweets and Snacks Owner, Gurpreet Singh and Chef, Jaswinder Kaur holding trays of the locally produced, traditional Indian sweets, which has seen demand grow so large country wide, that Gurpreet goes through 1,000 litres of milk every week. Photo: David Lee.

By David Lee IN just over 12 months, Singh Sweets and Snacks have jumped from using 150-200kgs of milk per week to create their delicious, handmade and traditional Indian sweets, to using 1,000 litres per week due to an increasing demand in their products, and now the locally owned and operated store is looking to expand Australia wide.

Opening in January last year, the sweets, which include Besan Burfi, Gulab Jarmun, Chum Chum, Khoya Burfi and Ladooo are produced from locally sourced milk and natural, vegetarian ingredients, with consumers in Melbourne and Canberra snapping up the snacks.

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NEWS | WEATHER

David issues blood donor challenge

By David Lee WINTER is upon us and with the cold weather comes a decrease in blood donors due to cold and flu, but local resident, David Baldwin is one local who has beaten the cold and flu season, and is able to donate, and after doing so last week he has issued a challenge to local residents not named David to donate and knock the most popular male donor name off the top of the list.

In the Shepparton area, the top three most popular male donor names are David (with 40 donors), followed by Michael (with 36 donors) and Peter (with 35 donors), and topping the female donor names list are Michelles (with 20 donors), followed by Helens (with 20 donors) and Robyns (with 16 donors).

Australian Red Cross Blood Service spokesperson, Shae Smith said Shepparton donor centre is short nearly 200 donors over the next month and is searching for new ones to take their place.

“We’re searching for more Germ-inators to join our heroes as they fight against the flu this winter.

“If you’re feeling well and healthy, you may be eligible to give blood. The need for blood never takes a break – even if our regular donors need to.”

David said, “This was the third time I have donated blood since December last year.

“My reason for donating came from being

ROLL UP YOUR SLEEVES… Local resident, David Baldwin is issuing a challenge to other locals to try and knock the name David from the top of the local highest donor name list. Photo: David Lee

lucky enough to wake every day being as healthy as I am. There are a lot of people out there who are not so it’s great to be able to help them out.

“I see it as a small effort on my part to do something great for other people; after all, each donation saves three lives.

“I encourage the communit y to go and give it a try; roll up their sleeves and donate. You soon realise that the miniscule discomfort is worth it compared to the

outcome.

“According to the statistics, David is the name of the local donor centre heroes, so I challenge those who aren’t named David to knock us off the top of the list.”

Can’t see your name? Call 13 14 95 or visit www.donateblood.com.au, or drop into the Shepparton Blood Donor Centre at 94 Fryers Street, Shepparton to make an appointment to donate and get your name added to our list of heroes.

Shepparton TODAY

Shepparton Rainfall

High 13º

Water Level Lake Eildon Waranga Basin

Partly cloudy. Fog and areas of frost in the morning. Light winds.

Low 1º

% Full 55.58 35.08

41.8mm this month Current Vol (ML) 1,853,216 151,657

Sunrise: 7:31am Sunset: 5:14pm

Thursday H 13º L 3º

Friday H 12º L 0º

Saturday H 12º L 0º

Sunday H 12º L 1º

Monday H 12º L 0º

Tuesday H 14º L 2º

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8,600 local premises set to go NBN live GET CONNECTED ON THE NB… From left, Managing Director of Telstra Stores Shepparton and Echuca, Scott Kelly, Telstra Stores Shepparton, Echuca and Telstra Business Centre Shepparton Sales Operations Manager, Anthony Spadaro and Telstra Store Shepparton Service Manager, Glen Kelly can assist with all your residential and business NBN connectivity needs. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

By David Lee WITH work moving quickly on connecting Shepparton with the National Broadband Network (NBN), another 8,600 premises are set to go live on the super-fast network by the end of the year.

Through Telstra’s helpful and knowledgeable team, residents and businesses across areas in Shepparton’s east, north, south and northern Mooroopna will soon have access to the super fast network.

In the coming months, 3,700 premises are expected to go live in Shepparton’s south east along with a further 1,600 in Shepparton’s east and north followed by a further 1,000 premises in north Mooroopna later this year. Planning works are well underway for the remainder of the city and surrounds, including a further 2,200 premises in Kialla, and once completed, will provide over 21,000 residential and business premises with access to NBN, making Shepparton one of the first regional areas in the country to have whole, city wide access to the network.

Telstra Stores Shepparton Managing Director, Scott Kelly said, “By the end of the year, almost the entire city and surrounds will have access to the NBN, so why not take advantage of the super fast speed and talk with NBN experts at Telstra.

“The additional 8,600 premises that are about to

gain access to the super fast internet speeds will allow Shepparton and Mooroopna community members and businesses to be able to realise the full potential of a connected world.

“This is fantastic news for Greater Shepparton.”

The staff at both Telstra Stores in Shepparton and the Telstra Business Centre are excited to be talking about the new NBN areas set to go live in Shepparton and Mooroopna and the difference it will make to the user’s experience, and are inviting Greater Shepparton residents to get in touch to discuss their options.

“It’s important that local’s are aware that the move to services over the NBN is not automatic and you will need to contact Telstra in order to make the move. We encourage everyone within the new NBN footprint to contact us and talk to a local to get connected and start experiencing the benefits of super fast broadband today,” Scott said.

To discuss your residential NBN options Telstra has available, visit the Telstra Store in the Target Arcade, Maude Street Mall, Shepparton or the Shepparton Marketplace, or phone 5820 7000. To have Telstra take you through all of their business options, visit the Telstra Business Centre at 114-116 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, or phone 5820 7040.

CELEBRATION OF REGIONAL COMMUNITIES… This year’s Fairley La Trobe Lecture will be a celebration of the role and contribution regional communities make to life in Australia. Presented by Minister for Trade and Investment, Hon Andrew Robb AO MP and attended by Chair of the Fairley Foundation, Andrew Fairley AM (pictured), the lecture will run on Wednesday, July 15 from 6pm for a 6:30pm start at La Trobe University Shepparton Campus, 210 Fryers Street, Shepparton. Those wishing to attend are required to RSVP by July 10 by calling 5820 8600 or via email at shepparton. seminars@latrobe.edu.au.

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INAUGURAL ARTISTRY… Local Artist, Mimi Leung is the first to display her art work on the new library art wall. Photo: David Lee.

Art wall stems the imagination

By David Lee THE first instalment on the library art wall stems the imagination through its unique reflection of the Goulburn Valley area, and local Artist, Mimi Leung says the idea came from her experience when moving to Shepparton, with an added playful twist.

G re ater S heppa r ton C it y C ou nc i l encouraged local artists to submit designs for the creation of a piece of wall art in the newly refurbished library courtyard area, and Mimi’s piece was chosen thanks to its contribution to a sense of cultural identity.

The piece depicts a landscape that reflects

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the Goulburn Valley area, but within the larger scene are many ‘mini scenes,’ from koalas making up the trunk of a tree and a cat that is a cloud, to a submarine that is a hill and a crocodile that forms part of the river.

Mimi said, “The idea was to have a statement piece from a distance, but once you got closer you could see scenes within the scene.

“There are things in it that are local to the area and things you wouldn’t expect to see.

“The inner theme was imagination, which I thought would fit perfectly being at the library; a place where imagination flows.

“The idea really came about through my experiences when I first moved to Shepparton.

On the surface you don’t see much, but if you look a bit closer, a lot of things start to emerge.

“It’s exciting to be the first artists to have their work on the wall and I’m looking forward to people being able to just enjoy the space.”

Greater Shepparton City Council Director Community, Kaye Thomson said, “Currently we expect the library art wall to be in place for a number of years. We will review this as the work ages and in discussion with library staff and community.”

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Our latest business award nominees THE fifth week of the 2015 White King-Pental 95 3SR FM Business Awards has seen three businesses nominated, with McPherson Motors nominated under the Customer Service of the Year – Trade Services category, Conti’s Dairy taking out a nomination under the Business Awards – Retailer of the Year category and Adina’s Dental Cosmetics receiving a nomination under the Business Awards Professional Service Award category.

Businesses can be nominated under 12 categories, which include Best Marketing/Advertising Campaign, Entrepreneur of the Year, Customer Service of the Year, which incorporates Professional Services, Trade Services and Retail Services, Hospitality Service of the Year, Best New Business - Under Two Years, Apprenticeship/ Trainee of the Year, Business Awards, which incorporates Professional Service Award, Trade Service of the Year and Retailer of the Year Award and the illustrious Hall of Fame Award.

Nominations, which close on October 2, can be made in store at participating businesses, online at www.sheppartonchamber.com. au/awards or via post by sending a completed nomination form to Business Awards, PO Box 364, Shepparton 3630.

CUSTOMER SERVICE OF THE YEAR… From left, Pental Planning Manager, David Turkovic, McPherson Motors Service Manager, Scott Turton (Customer Service of the Year – Trade Services) and RACV Shepparton Assistant Manager, Matt Biram. Photos: David Lee.

BUSINESS AWARDS… From left, Pental Planning Manager, David Turkovic, Conti’s Dairy Director, Tony Conti (Business Awards – Retailer of the Year) and The Adviser Managing Director, Geoff Adams.

BUSINESS AWARDS… From left, Pental Planning Manager, David Turkovic, Adina’s Dental Cosmetics Practice Manager, Komal Makwana, Owner, Kedar Samant, Receptionist, Alanna Burnell (Business Awards - Professional Service Award) and Cherie Costanzo from WinTV.

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Events

COMMUNITY CONNECT UPCOMING RU R A L F IC T ION AU T HOR W E N DT ALTSCHWAGER will be talking about her novels at Yarrawonga Library at 10:30am on Monday, July 6, at Numurkah Library at 2pm on Monday, July 6 and at Shepparton Library at 2pm on Tuesday, July 7. Bookings are required for the talks at Yarrawonga and Shepparton Libraries. Please phone Yarrawonga Library on 1300 374 765 by Friday, July 3 and Shepparton Library on 1300 374 765 by Monday, July 6.

THE GOULBURN VALLEY VENTURERSCOUTS UNIT are holding an ‘Old Fashioned Deb Ball with a Hint of Steam Punk’ on July 10 at the District Scout Hall, 158 Welsford Street, Shepparton at 6:30pm for a 7pm presentation.

For further information, phone Judy on 0419 512 136.

NORTHEAST HEALTH WANGARATTA Friends of the Hospital May Cake Stall will be held on Wednesday, July 15 from 8:45am until sold out at the Northeast Health Wangaratta hospital café.

For further information, phone Nadia on (03)5722 5069.

SOROP T I M IST I N T ER NAT IONA L OF SHEPPARTON INC are holding a Xmas in July event on Thursday, July 30 at the Shepparton Golf Club at 6:30pm for a 7pm start. Cost is $40 per ticket. All proceeds go to local charities.

Bookings by July 26. For further information, contact Ann Starritt on 5822 1150 or 0431 520 406.

ONGOING KONNEXIONS singles social activities every weekend. Meet new friends and widen your social network. Age group 45-65. Phone Glen 5827 1221, Kevin 0439 259 945, Karen 5825 3484 or email

konnexions-singles@hotmail.com.au.

SOUTHERN CROSS PROBUS CLUB invites all 60 years+ to join our club. This is for all active retirees. Here are five reasons to become a member, fellowship, new interests, stay healthy, travel and to stay in the loop of life. For further information phone Greta 5822 1846.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Meetings will be held in Mooroopna and Numurkah on Mondays, Mooroopna and Shepparton on Tuesdays, Mooroopna on Wednesdays, Shepparton on Thursdays, Shepparton and Tongala on Fridays, Mooroopna on Saturdays and Tongala and Shepparton on Sundays. For times or further information, phone 1300 222 222.

GRANDPARENTS SUPPORT GROUP meet on the first Thursday of each month from 10am to 12 noon at the Shepparton Family Relationship Centre, 68 Wyndham Street in Shepparton. For information, phone 5820 0444.

THE COMBINED SHEPPARTON PROBUS CLUB meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 9:30am at the Goulburn Valley Hotel. For those ladies and men, retired or semi-retired. Add zest to your lifestyle. For enquiries, phone Kevin on 5822 2673 or Joan on 5823 1987.

PFLAG Shepparton we are a group of parents, family and friends of gay, lesbian and bisexual people who meet regularly to offer support and friendship to families and particularly parents. For more information phone Glenys 0409 626 647 or email pflag@ucce.org.au.

SING AUSTRALIA GROUPS Shepparton meets Tuesdays from 7:30pm to 9:30pm at the Baptist church Shepparton (except school holidays). To participate in singing (no auditions needed), contact Meryl on 5831 2202 or 0418 578 369. Also on the sing Australia website www.singaustralia.com.au.

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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.

GV CHRONIC PAIN Support Group meets on the third Wednesday of every month from 1pm to 2:30pm at Primary Care Connect, 399 Wyndham Street, Shepparton. Come along and share in support. For more information, email gvcpsg@ gmail.com or phone 0458 510 416 between 10am and 4pm.

SHEPPARTON PUBLIC Cemetery is announcing that the second stage of the mausoleum is completed and now on sale. The historic cemetery reminds the community it is not run by council and still has room available. For information, phone Jeanette Doherty on 5821 2289.

FREE BREAKFAST FOR EVERYONE at St Georges Road Post Office and Milkbar, 102 St Georges Road, Shepparton from Monday to Friday from 7am to 9am.

SHEPPARTON CHESS CLUB Inc. meet at Shepparton Access, 227 Wyndham Street Shepparton every Saturday at 1pm. Entry only through back door. New members are welcome.

Adults $3 per day, juniors $1.50. Tea and coffee is provided.

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 from 11am until 2pm at University of Melbourne, School of Rural Health, Graham Street, 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.

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.

KYABRAM AL-ANON FAMILY 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.

A S S O C I AT I O N O F I N D E P E N D E N T RETIREES meets on the third Monday of each month at 9:45am at the Overlander Hotel, Benalla Road in Shepparton. Share group meets at 9am.

For further information, phone Bill on 5821 1854.

VIEW CLUB is a ladies friendship group who help to support the Smith Family and meet on the first Friday of the month at the Terminus Hotel for lunch at 11:30am. For further information, phone Helen on 5821 7503.

N AG A M B I E L A K E S C O M M U N I T Y MARKET runs on the first Saturday of every month (except January) from 9am to 1pm. Lots of locally grown and made items, live music, food and drinks. Located in the main street of Nagambie on the banks of Lake Nagambie. Disabled access friendly. For further information, contact the market coordinator on 0475 885 047.

SHEPPARTON MS PEER SUPPORT GROUP would like to welcome back all its members for the 2015 year, and also any new members who wish to join. Meetings and outings are held on the third Tuesday of the month from approximately 10am to 12:30pm. For further information, contact Ken Morelli on 0427 919 116 or Barry Flemming on 0411 468 489.

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)

Teens invited to get creative with SAM CLAY-FULL FUN… Kaye Poulton will be running the eight-week Clay Form and Surface, Intermediate Pottery Experience workshops as part of SAM’s new July to December program. Photo: David Lee.

THIS school holidays Shepparton Art Museum (SAM) has plenty to keep the ‘teens’ entertained.

On Thursday, July 2 Eloise Mitchell will introduce 14 to 18 year old workshop participants and keen drawers to illustrative and journalistic approaches to art in her Drawing On Line workshop event.

Par ticipants will compose ar t work combining traditional and experimental techniques such as observational drawing, incidental mark making and typed text.

On Thursday, July 9, SAM will host a Zine-Making Workshop for 14 to 18 yearolds with Tutor Rebecca Giles. Participants w i l l ge t to ex pre ss t hem selve s a nd voice their ideas and opinions using the subcultural medium of zines.

Friday, July 10 will see Rebecca Giles back again to show participants of her Stitched Up: Bookbinding for Artists adult

workshop how to prepare, sew and bind quality drawing papers into a standard artists’ book as well as a long format, accordion fold book. This workshop will see students experiment with a range of supplied papers, textures, fabrics and handsewn techniques.

On Thursday, July 16 Sam’s Clay Form and Surface: Eight-week Intermediate Pottery Experience with Kaye Poulton begins - with a view to explore the marrying of form and surface within a ceramic piece.

Participants will use a variety of clays to construct both utilitarian and sculptural pieces.

Bookings are essential for SAM’s school holiday workshops, for more information, phone 5832 9861, head over to www. sheppartonartmuseum.com.au or follow SAM on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.

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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.

Awareness For Elder Abuse

Where There Is Love, There Is God

Dear Editor, As Commissioner for Senior Victorians, I am urging Victorians to speak up against elder abuse for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15.

In 2015, the issue of family violence has been in the spotlight. Victoria’s Royal Commission into Family Violence is busy speaking with the community to learn how we can all improve our response to family violence.

We need to take steps to prevent family violence and ensure victims are safe and support is easily accessible when and where they need it.

Violence against loved ones is never acceptable – and this includes the abuse and neglect of our most elderly, frail and vulnerable citizens.

We often don’t recognise that elder abuse is a form of family violence. Sadly, we know older people are more likely to fall victim to violence and abuse at the hands of the people they trust the most – a partner or spouse, a sibling, their own adult children and even grandchildren.

The most common abuse is financial, though we know seniors also experience psychological, social, sexual or physical abuse. Figures show that around five per cent of older people may experience abuse, but the issue is largely hidden because older people are afraid to speak up against loved ones.

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is a timely reminder that we all have a role to play in eliminating family violence and give older people the confidence they need to speak up and get help.

Elderly Victorians have the right to live without fear and feel safe in their home and community.

I want to encourage anyone who may be experiencing elder abuse to call Senior Rights Victoria on 1300 368 821. Equally, if anyone has a friend, family member or older person they have concerns about, they too can call Senior Rights Victoria. Visit www. seniorsrights.org.au to find out more about preventing elder abuse.

Yours sincerely, Gerard Mansour Commissioner for Senior Victorians

Dear Editor, Politics and religion, there isn’t any difference between the two as both seek power and control over every person’s freedom, speech and bodies and what people do to them. God gave man free will and in the end it is God who is to judge not somebody with a religious text or dogma that somebody told them was the truth and from God, so they naively believe because nobody can prove it wasn’t as the people who believed the world was flat and wrote the texts are long dead and buried.

The only time society and a person can interfere with another person’s freedom is if they are assaulted, robbed, raped or killed.

Even then the death sentence is just another form of murder because they are killing an unarmed, defenceless person and mainly for revenge.

Religious people set themselves up as greater than God with their critical judgemental ways and telling people what to do. It is a breach of spiritual laws to interfere in another’s life, something religions seem to know little about. They claim to be acting for God and it is God’s will. They can’t answer any question without saying it’s God’s will. God’s will is to leave other people alone and act out of love towards others only. It is hard enough to look after your own spirituality and so the right thing without looking after other people’s business. This letter is in reply to Jay Nauss and others of his ilk.

God made people different so it is God’s will to be gay as they are born that way.

Where there is love there is God. I am neither gay nor religious but believe in the spirituality of the Holy Spirit and the glory of God. The bible and the Koran were meant for people of those times to help people keep up with changes and the advances in spirituality, which evolves like the earth, humans and animals. Creation and evolution both exist.

Yours sincerely, I. Hay Kyabram Want to have your say? Email your let ters to the Editor to editor ial@ sheppartonadviser.com.au.

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Driving GV Health development plans

FUN HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES… Bunnings Warehouse Shepparton and Echuca have free exciting workshops to keep ‘kids’ entertained these school holidays. From left, Bunnings Warehouse Shepparton Lifestyles Coordinator, Trish Fedley, Paint Expert, Kim Mammone, Activities Organiser Andy Portia and Complex Manager, Paul Connaughton. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Bunnings’ school holiday fun WITH the Winter school holidays upon us, Bunnings Warehouse is helping keep the ‘kids’ entertained with their free Kids D.I.Y Workshops.

Running every Tuesday and Thursday during the school holidays, the workshops will help get the ‘kids’ out of the house and offer a hands-on activity full of fun.

Bunnings Warehouse Area Manager, David Goodman said the Kids D.I.Y Workshops are a great way for ‘kids’ to channel excess energy over the winter break.

“With the cold, wet weather limiting outdoor activities, it can often be hard to keep ‘kids’ engaged throughout the winter school holidays.

“Bu n nings Warehouse E chuca and Bu n nings Warehouse Shepparton’s free workshops give children the chance to try something new and exciting.

“We have lots of fun activities planned and children get to take their finished product home, and we also encourage ‘kids’ to try out their new D.I.Y skills at home,” said David.

Bookings are recommended.

For further information phone Bunnigs Warehouse Shepparton on 5820 2200 or to check out more D.I.Y. ideas head to http://www.bunnings.com.au/diy-advice/ kids-craft.

WITH the announcement that GV Health will receive $1M from the Labor Government for planning of the hospital’s redevelopment, Independent Member for Shepparton, Suzanna Sheed will be helping to drive the consultation phase of the proposed redevelopment, after taking up the position of Chair on the Community Advisory Group.

Through the advisory group, the local community will be extensively involved in the planning process, to ensure that community needs are front and centre of the proposed redevelopment.

Minister for Health, Jill Hennessy said, “The Andrews Labor Government cares about the health of all Victorians. Our massive investment in health in the recent State Budget will help GV Health admit and treat more patients, sooner.

“We know that Goulburn Valley Health needs to improve their facilities.

“Suzanna Sheed is a strong advocate for the Shepparton community, who has constructively raised their concerns with me about issues facing GV Health.”

As a GV Health Foundation Trustee and a passionate advocate for improved health services, Ms Sheed said she was looking forward to leading the consultation.

“The people in the best position to tell the government what’s needed are the people working in the wards at GV Health and the people who come through the doors for treatment.

“We want to hear from those people, from patients, carers, health professionals and community groups about what they envisage a new facility will look like, what services are vital and how we can deliver them.

“The redevelopment master plan has been in the works for more than a decade and this is the community’s chance to help drive the plan forward and ensure it’s the right facility for our region now and into the future.”

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Keep your finances healthy...

CHARTERED Accountant & Financial Planner, Manish Gupta has been working in Australia for the past 13 years after having previously worked with large international accounting firms including Deloitte and Pitcher Partners.

Manish Gupta & Associates offers his clients extensive knowledge of the property, share, and foreign exchange markets and specialises in working with high net worth individuals who have complex tax issues.

M a n ish has a solid u nderst a nd i ng of the taxation issues that healthcare professionals face within their industry.

Manish works closely with a range of clients such as, General Practitioners, Specialists, Anaesthetists, Optometrists, Dentists and Allied health professionals and focuses primarily on helping these professionals in building their wealth.

A large number of medical professionals in the Goulburn Valley have a migrant background and have worked overseas and accumulated wealth. Many of these individuals own shares, foreign bank ac c ou nt s a nd /or prop e r t ie s out sid e of Australia and benefit greatly from dealing with an accountant with financial advisory skills who understands first-hand, international investments and the impact of foreign exchange on these investments.

Manish also has much experience working with professionals who have international investments in countries including the Indian subcontinent, Malaysia, England, Ireland, Scotland and New Zealand.

Manish said, “I maintained an exposure to overseas investments even after migrating to Australia, so that I could share my experiences first hand with my clients.

“Our clients, whilst wanting to minimise their taxes, have not always had their foreign investments correctly accounted for in the past, as it can be complex when it comes to their treatment from an Australian tax

SPECIALISED TAX SERVICES… Chartered Accountant & Financial Planner, Manish Gupta of Manish Gupta & Associates specialises in complex tax issues and can also provide extensive financial advice on the property, share, and foreign exchange markets. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

compliance perspective.

“In many cases, we have been able to take advantage of the ATO tax amnesty scheme to correct any prior inaccuracies without incurring any penalties.

“I noticed that some of my clients were also not utilising the available salary packaging and salary sacrificing to their best advantage, so I have made a point of gaining knowledge around this topic in order to advise my clients on salary packaging options relevant to their profession. I now work with clients to design the most effective scenario for each individual case. This enables individuals to package their salary in

a very tax effective manner.

“We have also spent time designing strategies to enable us to shift a client’s wealth from a high tax environment to low tax environment by using their superfund.

“At Manish Gupta & Associates we meet our clients on a regular basis and always assure them that we are just a phone call away if ever they need us.”

So if you’re looking for industry specific, expert accounting advice and assistance in planning your financial future, phone Manish Gupta & Associates on 5831 7364 or email manish@guptaassociates.com.au

Waste contracts awarded THREE contracts were awarded for waste, recyclables and organics collection (Contract 1588), recyclable acceptance and processing (Contract 1589) and organics acceptance and processing (Contract 1590) at a special council meeting last week, with contracts set to commence from November 1 this year.

Contract 1588 and 1589 were awarded to WheelieWaste Pty Ltd. Contract 1590 was awarded to Western Composting Pty Ltd and involves the processing of the kerb-side and other organics matter.

Included in the contracts is the change over to a compulsory full organics kerb-side collection from residential properties in urban areas across the municipality. Currently there are 16,500 green organic bins in the municipality and the change will add another

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5,700 bins to the collection.

Greater Shepparton City Council Manager Environment, Greg McKenzie said a move to a compulsory organics collection would ensure council offers a full service to Greater Shepparton residents.

“A full organics collection means food scraps and animal faeces can now be included in the organics bin whereas previously the collection was restricted to green waste with food scraps and animal waste going into landfill bins.

“By diverting more waste from landfill to recycling or processing we are ensuring our environmental impact is minimised and our resources are used more efficiently.”

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GREAT WINTER DEALS… WB Hunter Home Timber and Hardware currently have some fantastic deals including the Stihl Mini Boss MS 170. Also by spending $20 or more in one transaction, you can enter the draw to win a brand new Honda Jazz. From left, Accredited Product Champion, Adam Morris with customer Joe Mallamaci from Shepparton. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Get your entries in!

WITH just one month left to go before one lucky winner drives away in a brand new Honda Jazz in the annual WB Hunter Home Timber and Hardware Car Giveaway; Hunters’ are putting the call out to residents of the Greater Valleys to make sure to ‘get your entries in.”

All you need to do is simply spend $20 or more in any transaction to enter the draw, shoppers can enter as many times as they like before the end of July, with the lucky winner set to be drawn on Wednesday, August 5.

WB Hunter Accredited Product Champion, Adam Morris says, “The promotion covers all departments and we’ve got some great buys at the moment, like the Stihl Mini Boss MS 170 for just $299, the perfect tool to assist in stockpiling your winter wood. Both the MS 170 and the MS 180 models also come with a free hardwearing carry case, so you can throw it in the back of the ute and it won’t get knocked around.”

For more information on great winter deals at WB Hunter Home Timber and Hardware, phone 5833 3999 or call in and see the team at 20-28 Florence Street, Shepparton and be sure to enter the draw whilst you’re there!

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Shepparton’s simplest shipping solutions

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FOR more than five years, Susan Cooper and Rick Orr have been sending excess baggage and personal belongings overseas for satisfied customers.

As business owners of PACK & SEND Shepparton, Susan and Rick are experts in taking the worry out of international shipping.

Whether it’s a single box being sent by air express or pallet loads of household goods travelling via sea freight, PACK & SEND can ship to over 1,000 ports worldwide.

R ick told T he A dv i se r, “We a lso specialise in packing artwork and fragile pieces and can assist our customers with completing the required international customs documentation.

“Right now overseas shipping prices are really competitive too, so it’s a good time to take advantage of that if you need to ship anything internationally.

“We are also specifically accredited to

PACK & SEND… Shepparton Business Owner, Rick Orr can help with all your packaging and freight requirements including international freight. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

send mobile phones, tablets and laptops that contain lithium batteries, which not all freight services are able to do.”

As well as overseas shipping, PACK & SEND also handles domestic freight for individuals moving the household or businesses seeking new efficiencies in their courier and logistics operations.

From purchasing moving boxes and bubble wrap to coordinating international freight, PACK & SEN D has all your packaging and freight requirements covered.

Visit Rick and Susan at PACK & SEND Shepparton, 155-157 High St or call 5821 0568.

Young professionals unite

YOUNG AND PROFESSIONAL… From left, GV Young Professionals Board Members, Rohan Sali, Kristina Marko, James Oldfield, Danielle Tait and Tim Guyatt are encouraging people in the community to join the group in taking part in upcoming events. Photo: David Lee.

DE V E L O PE D i n 2 0 0 9, G V You n g professionals was designed to give young, professional people in the Goulburn Valley an opportunity to meet, network and form like minded relationships in an informal setting.

The GV Young professionals have four major events during the year and several other informal opportunities to catch-up, giving members the opportunity to mix with other young professionals across a range of industry sectors.

GV Young Professionals Director and Social Media Manager, Danielle Tait said, “We welcome people of all ages but tend to find that most of our attendees are in their

20s and 30s.

“Basically, we believe that professionalism is a state of mind - so if you take your chosen line of work seriously and are happy to share your skills and knowledge with others, then we would love you to join us.”

With a new committee on board this year, there are plenty of exciting times ahead for the GV Young Professionals.

There are a number of events planned for the remainder of the year, including a social Trivia Night this Friday, July 3 where anyone interested in joining the group is encouraged to come along - simply contact the GV Young Professionals via their Facebook page for tickets, visit www.facebook.com/gvypn

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Floral dreams for spring brides WITH almost 35 years of experience, there’s a very simple solution for beautiful bridal bouquets, stunning table centrepieces and statement floral displays on your wedding day… It’s Sam the flower man – of course!

Renato’s Florist can make your floral dreams come true this spring with beautiful spring blooms including; lilliums, roses, orchids, tulips, lilies, tropical stems or natives and the increasingly popular peony roses (available October to November only).

Business Owner and Florist, Sam Renato said, “Winter is the perfect time to place orders with us for spring weddings. Although we are spoilt for choice now days with many flowers available year round, it always pays to order wedding flowers up to two months in advance, to ensure we are able to get the bride’s preferred colours and styles.”

Sam says there’s something extra special about the moments you deliver a bride her flowers on her wedding day, “To see her face, when she opens the box, it’s just such a special moment, it’s so satisfying and rewarding to know that the work that you do

is appreciated so much.

“When you book your wedding floral arrangements with us, we deliver the flowers, set them up at the venue, hire all vases at no cost and collect them after the event, we try to make it as easy as possible for people.”

To book a consultation with Sam, phone Renato’s Florist on 5821 3733 or visit the friendly, professional team at 121A Wyndham Street, Shepparton.

BEAUTIFUL BRIDAL DESIGNS… Renato’s Florist Business Owner and Florist, Sam Renato can help make your wedding day extra special with stunning table centerpieces, beautiful bridal bouquets and more.

Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Extra funding for local roads LOCAL roads in Murray will receive a major boost with $1.105B extra being made ava i lable to cou nci ls across Australia for vital road upgrades, through the Roads to Recovery Programme over the next two years.

The extra money is now available as a result of the passage through Federal Parliament of the fuel excise indexation legislation.

Every cent of the extra $23B revenue raised through this excise will be invested in road infrastructure. Local councils and residents in Murray will be major beneficiaries seeing more road works in our region.

Federal Member for Mu rray, Dr Sharman Stone said, “Everyone knows the challenges we face with maintaining our roads and bridges. The extra funding will increase Federal Government funding for Roads to Recovery from $700M to $1B in 2015-16 and from $350M to $1.155B in 2016-17.

“This extra funding will deliver a tangible benefit and make our roads and streets safer and more reliable.

“Over its almost 15 year history, Roads to Recovery has funded the repair and upgrade of more than 45,000 local streets and roads across Australia, the largest investment in Australia’s local roads ever undertaken. This includes scores of road intersections and street projects in the Murray electorate.”

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Outstanding staff acknowledged

RECOGNITION FOR EFFORTS… Aquamoves employees recently received recognition for their outstanding efforts. From left, (back), Aquamoves Coordinator Operations, Sean Harrap, Duty Manager, Ben Maude, Lifeguard, Kylie Knight, Work Group Officer – Learn to Swim, Shelley Heggart, Work Group Officer – Learn to Swim, Kharen Sandland and Coordinator Sales and Revenue, Megan Howard. (Front), Group Fitness Instructor, Bec Parris and Coordinator - Customer Service, Vanessa Loverso. Photo: Supplied.

W HILE none of the three Aquamoves employees nominated for the annual Aquatics and Recreation Victoria (ARV) Industry Awards received an award, Greater Shepparton City Council is proud that the city has such outstanding staff, who had the chance to be acknowledged for their hard work.

Kylie Knight was nominated for the Pool

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Lifeguard of the Year Award, Ben Maude for the Duty Manager Award, Bec Parris for the Group Exercise Instructor Award and the Customer Service Team for the Customer Service Team Award.

Council’s Director Community Kaye Thomson said the ARV Industry Awards provided an opportunity for Aquamoves to showcase its depth of talent.

“We are very fortunate to have highly performing and hardworking staff providing diverse and highly valued facilities and services for the community.

“It is fantastic to see this talent and dedication recognised at an event like the ARV Awards and for the staff to have the opportunity to relax and enjoy each other’s’ company and achievements.”

Sugary sweet success

Locally produced sweets in demand country wide IN DEMAND… Singh Sweets and Snacks products are in demand across the country, with demand set to see the local business expand its operations. Photo: David Lee.

continued from front page S I NG H Swe e t s a nd S n ack s O w ner, Gurpreet Singh said he had seen a demand in the local market for the sweets, and is now looking at expanding to markets in Sydney and Adelaide, as well as opening a store in Melbourne in the coming 12 months.

“I have a passion for good food.

“When I ran the Indian Supermarket here in Shepparton, I found that there was demand in the market and so I made the decision to open my own restaurant and sweet snacks store. Over the last 12 months that demand has grown. I have one

consumer in Melbourne who buys 200kg of my products every week.

“Shepparton is the perfect place to run my shop from. There is a lot of fresh milk around the region and I like it here; my family is here and Shepparton has a great community.

“There is a lot of work that goes into making them right and to add the most flavour.

“99 percent of the snacks are made by hand at the moment, but we are looking into getting a machine next year to make the process more efficient and to help meet the increasing demand.”

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Changes to tax for small business

THE Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has published guidance on the Government’s proposal to allow small business to immediately deduct each asset that costs less than $20,000.

Deputy Commissioner, Steve Vesperman said while legislation to give effect to the proposal has not yet been enacted, it will apply to all small businesses with a turnover of less than $2M. The legislation will backdate eligibility to Budget night, Tuesday, May 12, 2015, so that assets acquired on or after 7:30pm (AEST) on that night will be eligible for the concession.

Small businesses taking advantage of the new measure will need to pool other assets over $20,000 or more and depreciate these assets at a rate of 15 percent in the first year and 30 percent each year thereafter.

“It is also important that small businesses keep records of their purchases to claim their deduction,” Mr Vesperman said.

“The ATO will be working with small businesses looking to use the immediate deduction to ensure they are appropriately claiming it.

“We will be monitoring claims of this nature and following up on high risk cases,” Mr Vesperman said.

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Profits donated to help community

By David Lee WITH $1,500 profit left over from their woodshow in March, the Woodturners of the Goulburn Valley Inc. decided it would be best to donate the funds back into the community, passing $750 to the Shepparton Search and Rescue Squad and $750 to Goulburn Valley Hospice Care Service.

Woodturners of the Goulburn Valley Inc President, Don McCrabb said, “We like to donate to charities who are going to keep it in the local area.

“Hospice is a great cause to donate to. There are many people we know who have used the facility and services of hospice and none of us know what is ahead of us and when we will need their services.

“We are proud to be able to support such an important service for the community.”

Goulburn Valley Hospice Care Service Executive Manager, Carmel Smith said, “We are just so appreciative to have such support from the local community.

“The service we provide is for the community and these donations help to allow us to continue to help our community’s families when they are in need the most.”

HONOURABLE DONATION… From left, Goulburn Valley Hospice Care Service Executive Manager, Carmel Smith receiving a cheque for $750 from Woodturners of the Goulburn Valley Inc President, Don McCrabb and Secretary Vern Marven. Photo: David Lee.

Donning a Onesie to Give Me 5’

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PYJAMA PARTY… From left (back), Arthur Dickman Children’s Centre students, Mia, 3, B2, Tamsyn, 4, Cooper, 4, Max, 4, B1, Mia, 3, Holly, 3 and Jude 3. (Front), Joel, 3, Madeline 3, Ashton 4, Leah 4 and Ruby 3, who all dressed up for the centre’s pyjama day to help raise funds for the Give Me 5 for Kids appeal.

Photo: David Lee.

By David Lee SPIDERMAN, characters from Frozen, B1 and B2, Tickerbell and a range of animal Onesie wearing children and staff of Arthur Dickman Children’s Centre took to the streets to help raise funds for the Give Me 5 for Kids appeal during the Pyjama Day last week.

Arthur Dickman Children’s Centre Team Leader, Jenni Gibson said, “The Pyjama Day was about being involved in our local community.

“We have children who attend child care with us

who have been in and out of the children’s ward at GV Health and this was a fun way to help them give back.

“We walked from the centre to council offices and visited businesses to help collect donations. We even had some local residents along the way stop to donate, which was just wonderful.

“From our point of view it’s about contributing to the children’s ward to ensure that our children get the best possible care locally.”

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Renewed life injected into CBD NEXT door at 32a Vaughan Street, once the Bingo Centre, successful round one Renew Shepparton applicant, Jenni Monk is throwing open the doors of a gallery and studio called The Inspired Monkey.

Geoff said, “It has been two years this month since I launched the Lost Shepparton Facebook page and because of its popularity, it seemed the perfect move to open a shop based around the theme.

“Not only will I have photos on display, but artefacts from the ‘50s, ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s, which will complement our heritage centre. It will offer people a taster to the area’s history.

“Having both my and Jenni’s stores next to each other will provide us with a great way to help each other, learn from, grow with and support each other.”

Jenni said, “We have had a lot of good initial support from the business community to help us get set up. We’re looking forward to seeing how it is all going to go.

“My dream was to open a small gallery where local artists - painters, sculptors, ceramic/ pottery workers, jewellers and other designers can sell their creations in a modern friendly space.

“A lot of artists have said that they don’t have an outlet to sell. There is so much local talent available in Shepaprton and my store is going to help them.

“We will also like to offer workshops, where locals can come in and learn to paint, draw, make jewellery or other arts.”

Former Shepparton Chamber of Commerce and Industry President, Jamie Cox, is the

driving force behind Renew Shepparton, which is a joint initiative of Greater Shepparton City Council, Shepparton Show Me, Committee for Greater Shepparton and the Chamber of Commerce.

Mr Cox said that the premise of the project is to work with property owners and community members to transform otherwise empty stores into incubators for short term creative projects, enterprises and community initiatives.

“The Renew concept is not a new concept in its own right, it has been tried and tested in other areas such as the city of Newcastle where they established a low cost, low budget DIY urban renewal scheme, which became highly successful and generated a significant interest for the community and went on to result in more than 70 new permanent businesses.

“Shepparton currently has a high volume of empty retail spaces and we need to think outside the square on new ways to invigorate and generate interest for these spaces.”

Shepparton Chamber of Commerce and Industry President, Paul Lelliott has called on chamber members who are landlords of vacant premises to share the vision and open their doors to the chamber-backed Renew program.

“Following the initial impetus, we are falling behind in our quest to turn all of the 60 plus vacant premises into potential long term tenancies.

“The Renew program is virtually cost free to the landlord. Several have already committed.

Many are sitting on the fence. Fence sitting will not get things done in the CBD.”

ARTISTIC VISION… Jenni Monk opened her arts and gallery store, The Inspired Monkey, yesterday, as part of the Renew Program, which aims to breathe life back into Shepparton’s CBD.

BREATHING LIFE INTO SHEPPARTON… Local, Geoff Allemand opened his own business, the Lost Shepparton Store yesterday, and is one of the first to do so as part of the Renew Program.

Photos: David Lee.

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A cruise to Gallipoli

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IT was the 100th Anniversary of Gallipoli and as the date moved closer, Gordon and Helen Newton of Murchison decided they wanted to be there.

Gordon’s father had fought there and his second cousin remains there, so they applied to attend and received their invitations.

What better way to get there than on a cruise ship, so they flew to Athens for two nights and toured the Acropolis, saw the changing of the guard at parliament house, visited the Temple of Poseidon and soaked up the atmosphere.

On April 18, they boarded their cruise ship, Le Sol’eal, chartered by APT. The ship was pure elegance with 250 passengers; 240 were Aussies, two New Zealanders and just 60 of them had passes to go to Gallipoli for the Anzac Day Service.

Helen says the ship was magnificent. The amenities, the cabins and the dining were all first class and as they sailed to Gallipoli, guest lecturers gave the history of the event and the decisions made leading up to it.

They stopped at the main Mediterranean por ts along the way. Santorini was wonderful with those mountain top views, Mykonos with its labyrinth of narrow streets and on day six they reached Canakkale and had the chance to have a sneak preview of Anzac Cove.

This was April 21 and they took a tour from the ship that went to Anzac Cove, Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair. They saw the trenches as their guides explained the layout of Gallipoli, and that night in the ship’s theatre, a special presentation on the war was shown.

They would be in Anzac Cove for the Dawn Service on the April 25, but until then more touring on the ship.

They sailed for Istanbul. Both Helen and Gordon loved it. So much to see! They toured the ‘Old City’ and saw the Grand Bazaar with all of its shops and traders

touting for business. Helen says it was fullon, but she did bargain for some scarves.

The Blue Mosque was a standout and so was the Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia Museum such a magnificent building; first it was a Christian church and then a Mosque, but for Gordon, a cruise on the Bosphorus was a must do; its waters form the boundary between Europe and Asia.

It was April 24, dawn service eve, and the time arrived for Gordon and Helen to make their way to Anzac Cove. Their ship cruised the waters of the Dardanelles before Helen and Gordon were escorted on a ferry across to the Gallipoli Peninsular.

They were taken by mini bus to the seating area where they would spend the night prior to the Dawn Service. It was cold but APT had provided them with warm sleeping bags. All wrapped up, they sat on their chairs and watched video presentations on giant screens telling the Anzac story.

Helen and Gordon got a little sleep but it was mainly excitement that kept them awake. Then at 5:30am, all drew quiet as the dawn service began.

Both Gordon and Helen found the service very moving. It brought back memories of Gordon’s father and his cousin who had fought there.

Later they moved on to the Lone Pine Cemetery for the Aussie service. Again they found it very moving and it was good to see Prince Harry and his father, the future king, there but Helen says Prince Harry was the centre of attention.

The last service of the day was at 2:30pm for the New Zealanders, then they made their way back to their ship.

It was a long day finally arriving at the ship at 10:30pm that night, but there was warm food waiting for them and a round of applause from their fellow passengers.

They continued on their Mediterranean cruise going to Kusadasi and visiting

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: GRAND ARCHITECTURE… The ancient Roman ruins at Ephesus, the double story building is the ancient Library.

STANDOUT SIGHT… The Blue Mosque in Istanbul dominates the skyline and is a must see in Turkey’s capital.

PARLIAMENT HOUSE GUARDS… The changing of the guard in front of parliament in Athens, the crazy march of the guards is quite amusing.

THOUSANDS PAY RESPECT… A special pass was required to attend the dawn service at Gallipoli as seats were limited.

MURCHISON TO GREECE… Helen and Gordon Newton from Murchison enjoying time in Athens prior to a cruise to Gallipoli.

BOTTOM: ROYAL PRESENCE… Prince Harry attended the Lone Pine Service at Gallipoli to the admiration of the crowd.

the ancient Roman site of Ephesus; so incredibly well preserved.

Then onto Kator and Dubrovnik, where the old cities are a wonder to see, but for Helen and Gordon their cruise was coming to an end. It had been a wonderful time and they had seen so much; the highlight, Gallipoli, would remain with them as a very special time.

Before heading home, Helen and Gordon decided to spend some time in Venice and so they booked a hotel near St Mark’s Square.

They had been to Venice before but this time it was a chance to chill out and enjoy the atmosphere. Times had changed. The slow moving traffic on the canals seemed to be in more of a hurry. The water taxis left quite a wake lapping against the buildings as they sped by on the narrow canals.

But the biggest difference they noticed was the number of tourists. They were everywhere. The little bridge to their hotel had that many tourists on it, it took 10 minutes to cross, and all the while, young people were taking selfies with their phones on sticks. But Helen and Gordon still had a great time and really enjoyed their time there.

Back home in Murchison, the rest of the world seems far away but their incredible time at Gallipoli will always remain in a special place in their hearts.

He le n a nd G ordon want to thank Rebecca Smith at Helloworld in Shepparton for arranging everything.

Until next time, Safe Travel’n, Geoff Vallance

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SNAPSHOTS OF SHEPPARTON’S PAST

GOOD TIMES AT P&O CAFÉ... Although many people assumed that the P & O Café on Fryers Street (pictured in the 1940s in the far left photo), was named after the P & O Ocean Liner, it was in fact named after Paton and O’Donnell, who came to Shepparton in 1937-1938. Those who remember it, may remember the photo of the P & O Ocean Liner that hung on the wall inside the cafe. In the picture on the inside left, you can see Betty Adems at the age of 17 in the P & O Café uniform standing outside the café. Betty worked at the busy café. Just how busy was it you ask? Well, in the photo on the inside right it shows just how busy Fryers street was on a Saturday morning, and many of these people would frequent the popular café. Former local resident, Marlene Kuhn remembers being served the milk coffee in a silver jug alongside two slices of toast with plenty of butter on the café’s unique crockery (pictured in the photo on the far right). Marlene said, “Yum!! I can still taste the coffee and toast in my memory. We would go to the P & O Café after the Lyric Theatre/dance on a Saturday night or on a Friday night after the dances that were held at the Railway Hall next to the Shepparton Railway Station in the 1950s.”

Snapshots of Shepparton’s past 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 and the wider community, has decided to share some of those moments in time with you through a series of photographs.

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Little tacklers to take to footy grounds PRIMARY school children from across the region may soon get the chance to show their football skills in the big leagues, as part of a newly planned structure for the Primary School Division of the Shepparton District Junior Football League (SDJFL).

A Review Panel comprising members of the SDJFL Executive, primary school clubs and AFL Goulburn Murray has been put together to look into different aspects of the governance and management of the division.

AFL Goulburn Murray Region General Manager, Martin Gleeson says the time is right for the review to take place.

“The Primary School Division has grown significantly over the past two years with 11 new teams starting up.

“This is on top of renewed Auskick growth and the league executive and the commission are keen to look at a whole range of components for the benefit of member clubs focused on continuing to grow the participation base of the sport.

“The Review Panel will take a strategic look at such areas as governance and decision making structures, the adoption of the AFL junior match policy and participation trends amongst clubs.

“Importantly, a study will also be undertaken into player pathways and age groups so that we can better understand the competition’s relationship with Auskick as a feeder program and to ensure Primary School players are feeding into local U14 teams.

“The Primary School Division is a crucial football nursery for the Shepparton and surrounding areas and as the competition is growing we want to make sure we are catering for future needs.

“A key feature of the Review will be a meeting between the

PRIMARY SCHOOL PLAYERS… A Primary School Division of the Shepparton District Junior Football League may soon become a reality, with a review currently being undertaken by Shepparton District Junior Football League Executive, primary school clubs and AFL Goulburn Murray. Photo: Supplied.

Panel and representatives from each individual club to discuss strategic aspects and to gather feedback and input.

“The Review Panel will also meet a number of times to consider key aspects and to analyse and interpret the data

collected by the Region Administration Centre.

“All recommendations will be circulated to all clubs for comment and feedback before being adopted for implementation in time for the 2016 season.”

Runaway success at Grahamvale Primary School AN extra $9,464 in funding raised through Grahamvale Primary School’s recent adidas School Fun-Run, will see technology purchased for the school.

The adidas School Fun-Run provides a platform for schools, sporting clubs and community groups to raise extra funding while encouraging participation in healthy and active

lifestyles.

Students pounded the pavement seeking sponsorship from the local community to raise money for their school, helping to make the event a major success, with certificates awarded to each runner and special prizes to students who raised vital funding for their school.

adidas School Fun-Run Organiser, Lorren Trevaskis is extremely proud of the way the students rallied behind the health-based fundraiser.

“It was great to see so many students supporting their school by collecting sponsorship and participating on the day,” Lorren said.

Credit Union Australia’s Chief Executive Officer, Rob Goudswaard said they are passionate about supporting local communities and the School Fun-Run program delivers positive outcomes for everyone involved.

“We are delighted to be involved again in 2015 and look forward to another successful year.”

Roaring through the 2015 season THE Seymour Lions are proudly still roaring through the 2015 netball season, sitting pretty at the top of the food chain. After an undefeated nine rounds, this team isn’t showing any signs of slowing down.

Many coaches have already called Seymour the team to beat this year; a credit to how far they’ve come as a team in the last 12 months. So what’s changed?

The club does have a strength of youth on its side with team members, Amelia Brock, Rosie O’Sullivan, Casey Adamson and Sarah Szczykulski all being under 20, combine that with experienced players and a confident coach and you’ve got a proven recipe for success it would seem.

Lions Coach, Ash Chapman is said to be ‘delighted’ with the progress of his players, adding that they’re now believing

in themselves and believing in the players around them.

But history warns not to take the lead advantage for granted as things can all to quicky turn around. This week is set to mark an interesting match where everything could change, as the Lions take on an also undefeated Echuca, only to be challenged by third-ranked Kyabram in the subsequent round.

Scoreboard Kyabram District League

Football Merrigum (92) d Violet Town (38) Stanhope (84) d Undera (22) Avenel (106) d Lancaster (93) Girgarre (177) d Longwood (19) Murchison (136) d Ardmona (70) Nagambie (241) d Rushworth (34) Netball – A grade Ardmona (43) d Murchison (37) Girgarre (34) d Longwood (27) Avenel (73) d Lancaster (44) Merrigum (45) d Violet Town (37) Nagambie (64) d Rushworth (18) Stanhope (67) d Undera (21)

Murray League

Football Mulwala (116) d Rumbalara (85) Numurkah (107) d Deniliquin Rams (51) Nathalia (137) d Cobram (9) Moama (66) d Finley (23) Barooga (109) d Tongala (81) Congupna (68) d Echuca United (58) Netball – A grade Tongala (65) d Barooga (18) Echuca United (74) d Congupna (33) Finley (50) d Moama (38) Mulwala (44) d Rumbalara (42) Nathalia (54) d Cobram (35) Numurkah (47) d Deniliquin (34)

Picola District League – South East

Football Shepparton East (90) d Waaia (79) Katunga (107) d Rennie (53) Tungamah (167) d Dookie United (51) Katandra (132) d Katamatite (68) Netball – A grade Rennie (37) d Katunga (23) Tungamah (47) d Dookie United (43) Katamatite (56) d Katandra (37) Shepparton East (51) d Waaia (44)

Goulburn Valley Netball League

A grade Benalla (44) d Mooroopna (23) Shepparton United (46) d Rochester (34) Shepparton Swans (77) d Tatura (25) Seymour (46) d Kyabram (40) Euroa (36) d Shepparton (35) Echuca (66) d Mansfield (25)

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••• ROUND 13 SELECTIONS ••• Sydney Swans..................................v ........................................Port Adelaide Collingwood ......................................v ...............................................Hawthorn Richmond...........................................v .......................................... GWS Giants Gold Coast Suns...............................v .................................North Melbourne Western Bulldogs ............................v ....................................................Carlton

Melbourne.........................................v ..............................West Coast Eagles Essendon ...........................................v ...................................................St Kilda Adelaide Crows................................v ........................................ Geelong Cats Fremantle...........................................v ..................................... Brisbane Lions

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ENTRIES: The Shepparton Adviser, PO Box 1664, Shepparton 3630 Please Note: Each of the 18 participating business houses corresponds with one of the AFL football clubs. All you have to do is write the name of each participating business beside the team they are representing and then place a tick against the football team that you think will win each game.

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ROUND 13 WINNER - KAYE BETSON Football Followers have the chance to WIN BIG during the 2015 AFL football season with the Viatek/The Adviser Football Tipping Competition proudly supported by 18 businesses throughout the Goulburn Valley.

Each week there will be a prize of $100 to be spent at any of the 18 supporting business houses.

Each of the 18 participating business houses corresponds with one of the AFL football clubs. All you have to do is write the name of each participating business beside the team they are representing and then place a tick against the football team that you think will win each game. Be careful with your selections as only correct entries will go into the draw for the weekly $100 shopping voucher.

If no correct entry is received the prize will jackpot each week until a correct entry is submitted.

Draws between two teams will only be recognised if a tick is placed beside both teams.

Entries will only be accepted by post or hand delivery no later than 5.00pm on each Friday during 2015, unless stated otherwise due to matches being played outside the normal weekend. Entries must be on original forms – no faxes or photocopies will be accepted and only one entry per person is permitted. The judge’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

Football Adviser

Goulburn Valley Football League

Wednesday 1st July, 2015

GVFL Seniors Round 10 Results Benalla (113) ..................d ...........Mooroopna (58) Rochester (75) ..............d ....... Shepp United (45) Seymour (70)..................d ..................Kyabram (68) Euroa (95).........................d ........... Shepparton (57) Shepp Swans (114) ....d ......................... Tatura (40) Mansfield (88) ...............d ..................... Echuca (54)

with Matthew Chilcott

Local flies into national Indigenous team

GVFL Seniors Round 11 Saturday, July 4 Shepparton .................... v ............................Kyabram Seymour............................ v ............................... Echuca Mansfield ......................... v ................. Shepp United Rochester ........................ v .....................Mooroopna Shepp Swans ................ v .................................... Euroa Tatura.................................. v ................................ Benalla

Adviser Footy Tipsters

MATT CHILCOTT (42) Kyabram Seymour Mansfield Rochester Shepparton Swans Benalla

DENNIS PATTERSON (37) Kyabram Echuca Mansfield Rochester Shepparton Swans Benalla

JASON WELSH (41) Kyabram Seymour Mansfield Rochester Shepparton Swans Benalla

JOHN RYAN (41) Kyabram Seymour Mansfield Rochester Euroa Benalla

JACQUI HUDGSON (41) Kyabram Seymour Mansfield Rochester Shepparton Swans Benalla

SAM SARACINO (42) Kyabram Seymour Mansfield Rochester Shepparton Swans Benalla

KYLE POWER (43) Kyabram Seymour Mansfield Rochester Shepparton Swans Benalla

SUZANNA SHEED (32) Kyabram Seymour Shepparton United Rochester Shepparton Swans Benalla

HAYDEN BEST (39) Kyabram Seymour Mansfield Rochester Shepparton Swans Benalla

PHANTOM (20) Shepparton Echuca Shepparton United Mooroopna Euroa Tatura

Goal-kicking 2015 Justin Maddern (Shepp Swans) ..... 48 Joshua Mellington (Benalla) ............ 45 William Burstin (Kyabram) .................. 39 Steven Stroobants (Rochester) ....... 34 Brent Arho (Mooroopna) ................... 26 Saad Saad (Seymour) ......................... 23

GVFL Seniors 2015 Ladder POS TEAM

........................PTS................... %

1.

Rochester ................. 40 ........ 164.98

2.

Kyabram................... 28 ........ 145.71

3.

Euroa .......................... 26 ........ 119.77

4.

Benalla ...................... 24 ........ 140.33

5.

Shepp Swans.......... 24 ........ 115.36

6.

Mooroopna ............. 24 ........ 115.15

7.

Seymour ................... 20........... 93.14

8.

Mansfield ................. 20........... 83.40

9.

Shepp United......... 14........... 87.37

10.

Echuca...................... 12........... 64.20

11.

Shepparton ............... 8........... 76.46

12.

Tatura ............................ 0........... 55.60

BRIGHT FUTURE… Local young footballer, Kyle Clarke has recently been selected by well-renowned, national Indigenous team, the Flying Boomerangs under-15s football side. Photo: Supplied.

AN exceptional future lies ahead for young local footballer, Kyle Clarke, who has recently been selected by well renowned, national Indigenous team the Flying Boomerangs under-15s football side.

T he side was chosen from players competing at the Cairns National Diversity Championships back in April. Kyle in the role of team captain at the event, took his combined Victorian / Tasmanian team through to the finals against a Western Australian side. Five players were chosen from each state to go on and play for the Flying Boomerangs’ new side.

Shepparton United Coach Chris Borzen has described Kyle as a terrific kid,

remarking that he wouldn’t be surprised if he made it to the top.

A highly skilled young footballer with the right attitude and the drive to succeed, Kyle is set to be an inspiration for up-coming young players and a great representative of the Shepparton community.

The newly chosen side is set to meet on the Gold Coast next Saturday for a tournament featuring both national and international teams.

The Boomerangs have produced a number of AFL players including Jay KennedyHarris, Austin Wonaeamirri, Leroy Jetta, Malcolm Lynch, Cameron Stokes, Isaac Weetra and Nathan Krakouer.

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