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Kim joins PM to pay respect to Mabo

By David Lee RUMBALARA Aboriginal Co-operative CEO, Kim Sedick had the privilege of meeting Prime Minister, Tony Abbott on Mer Island in the Torres Strait last week, while he was visiting the grave of civil and land rights activist, Eddie ‘Koiki’ Mabo.

Kim was invited to help tend the grave

by Kioki’s daughter, Gail Mabo, as well as assist her in hosting Mr Abbott and his entourage during their historic visit to the islands.

With the opportunity available, Kim discussed Rumbalara’s current and future plans with Mr Abbott.

Continued on page 16 YOUNG GUNS… The new generation of winemakers not only making some fantastic wines but also donating their time to the Dookie Wine Show as judges. From left, Judge, Tessa Brown, Dookie Wine Show Chairman/Head Judge, Simon Killeen, Associate Judge, Elenea Anderson and Judge, Jo Marsh Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.

Wine show winners announced

By Sarah Knight T H URSDAY, September 3 marked the 12th anniversary of the Dookie Wine Show judging, an event which has seen some of the region’s finest drops go head to head in a bid to claim not only best in class, but wine of

show status as well.

This year saw a number of submissions from new wineries across the region.

Show Chairman, Paul Phillips said, “The range of entries and styles have been more diverse this year than in previous years.”

With 93 entries in total, the winners really need to stand out in their classes, and that they did according to the judges, with the results being announced on Monday.

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NEWS | WEATHER SPEED CAREERING… Shepparton High School year 10 students with 969 STAR FM Radio Presenters, Hayley and Simon at last week’s Beacon Foundation Speed Careering event.

Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.

Help needed to locate missing Shepparton man

Students glimpse possible career paths

By David Lee STUDENTS at Shepparton High School were given a unique opportunity to get a glimpse into possible career paths available to them in the Greater Shepparton region, after the Beacon Foundation held a Speed Careering event at the school last week.

More than 120 year 10 students were given a snapshot of career paths through a unique ‘speed dating’ style forum where small groups were able to have a five minute one-on-one session with 21 industry presenters from local radio, banking, agronomy, social work, dairy, automotive, electrical contracting, engineering, police,

HELP NEEDED… Police are appealing to the public for information on the whereabouts of local man, David Faulkner, who was last seen on August 31. Photo: Supplied.

P OL IC E a re app e a l i ng for publ ic assistance to help locate a missing 62-year-old Shepparton man, David Faulkner, who was last seen leaving his Parkside Drive address some time on August 31.

Police have concerns as David suffers from a medical condition and friends and family have been unable to contact him.

David is caucasian in appearance, 180cm, medium build, with greying hair and walks with a limp and was last seen wearing a blue flannel jacket, tracksuit pants and moccasins.

Anyone with information is urged to call Shepparton Police Station on (03) 5820 5777.

fireworks display, law, building, veterinary and medical industries.

Beacon Coordinator Careers Advisor, Mary-Ann Linehan said, “These events are about linking business and community for better work outcomes and ideas in a really fun, casual way.

“A lot of students gain work experience out of these events.

“The students are currently at a time of the year where they’re thinking about their classes for next year and whether they do VCAL or VCE and this event helps them with making that decision.”

Shepparton TODAY

Shepparton Rainfall

High 15º

Water Level Lake Eildon Waranga Basin

Cloudy, patchy fog in the early morning.

Light winds in the morning.

Low 5º

% Full 62.17 42.25

13.4mm this month Current Vol (ML) 2,072,801 182,687

Sunrise: 6:28am Sunset: 6:04pm

Thursday H 17º L 5º

Friday H 21º L 4º

Saturday H 22º L 7º

Sunday H 23º L 9º

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Student games eases transition in Mooroopna

By David Lee MOR E than 100 primary school and pre-school children from schools across Mooroopna came together to play a range of games together last week, in a bid to create an alliance between the schools to ease the transition of children from kindergarten to primary school.

Students from E chuca Road K i nderga r ten , S ave t he C h i ld ren Kindergarten, Alexandra Street Kindergarten, Apple Blossoms Early Years Learning, Mooroopna Primary School and Mooroopna Park Primary School took part in a range of activities including parachute fun, bean bag relay, hurdles and ladder course, bean bag toss, duck-duck goose, AFL handball activity and rucks and rovers.

G re ater S heppa r ton C it y C ou nc i l Kindergarten Teacher, Aimee Cecchin said, “The day was about bringing the schools and kindergartens in Mooroopna together, which helps with the transition of the students and at the same time, it’s a bit of fun for the children.”

ACTIVITIES AND GAMES… Six primary and pre-schools from across Mooroopna, including Echuca Road Kindergarten came together to take part in a range of activities and games aimed at making the transition from pre-school to primary school more comfortable for students. Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.

Cancer care car contribution

By David Lee IT’S been six months in the making, but thanks to a generous donation by the Eshcol Daylight Lodge, the GV Health Breast Care Service nurses now have their own car.

The brand new $20,000 Holden Cruze Equip was handed over last week after fundraising efforts by members of the local Freemasons Lodge and through assistance provided by Thompson Motor Group and Signs and Lines.

The car will mean that the local breast care nurses will be able to travel to women across regional areas at their convenience, without having to wait for a vehicle through the hospital’s car pooling system.

Eshcol Daylight Lodge Worshipful Master, Allan Thomson said “Our lodge has had a personal connection with breast cancer, with our Immediate Past Master, Nat Black’s late wife being diagnosed with the illness.

“It was difficult for the breast cancer care nurses to get access to a car all the time so we decided we would raise funds for a dedicated car for them to use.

“People have been very generous with their time and services that were offered to help us achieve our goal of getting the car.

WHEELY GENEROUS DONATION… From left, Eshcol Daylight Lodge Senior Warden, Vic Robinson, Worshipful Master, Allan Thomson, GV Health Breast Care Nurse Coordinator, Allison Hartney, GV Health McGrath Breast Care Nurse, Michelle Parish and Eshcol Daylight Lodge Immediate Past Master, Nat Black with the brand new Holden Cruze Equip that the lodge donated to for the breast cancer care nurses to use. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

“It was a real community effort for a community service.”

GV Health Breast Care Nurse Coordinator, Allison Hartney said, “Having this car donated for the breast cancer care service to use will enable us to access women in regional

areas of the Goulburn Valley at all times.

We travel as far as Yarrawonga, Echuca and Nagambie, so it is important to have a vehicle readily available.

“This will certainly help us to provide the care that our local women need.”

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BEST MARKETING/ADVERTISING CAMPAIGN… From left, White-King Pental Planning Manager, David Turkovic, Tatura Hotel Marketing Manager, Ryan Gay (Best Marketing/Advertising Campaign) and Shepparton Show Me Treasurer, Simon Quattrocchi.

Photo: Alicia Niglia.

ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR…From left, Parklake Director, Matthew Georgiou, Higgins Bakery Owner, Matthew Higgins (Entrepreneur of the Year) and White King-Pental Planning Manager, David Turkovic.

BEST NEW BUSINESS - UNDER TWO YEARS…From left, White King-Pental Planning Manager, David Turkovic, FoneFreakz Owners, Darryl and Jennie Remnant (Best New Business – Under Two Years) and Greater Shepparton Business Centre Acting Business Development Officer, Jo Rathjen.

APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR…From left, Watters Administration Assistant, Abbey Pummeroy, PA & WM Reilly 4th Year Apprentice Electrician, Matthew Cox (Apprentice of the Year) and WhiteKing Pental Planning Manager, David Turkovic.

HOSPITALITY SERVICE OF THE YEAR…From left, GOTAFE Marketing Trainee, Alysha Sutton, Casablanca Pizza & Pasta Restaurant Manager, Tony Vittorio and Owner, Nina Vittorio (Hospitality Service of the Year) and White-King Pental Planning Manager, David Turkovic.

TRAINEE OF THE YEAR…From left, White-King Pental Planning Manager, David Turkovic, The Cheesecake Shop 1st Year Trainee in Hospitality, Aidan Crosby (Trainee of the Year) and Watters Administration Assistant, Abbey Pummeroy.

Six nominees named WITH just four weeks remaining to nominate a deserving business for the 2015 White King-Pental 95 3SR FM Business Awards, week fifteen has seen six nominees named.

Tatura Hotel was nominated under the Best Marketing/ Advertising Campaign category, Higgins Bakery received a nomination under the Entrepreneur of the Year category, PA

for the 2015 White King-Pental 95 3SR FM Business Awards

& WM Reilly saw one of its apprentices receive a nomination for Apprentice of the Year, Casablanca Pizza and Pasta Restaurant was nominated under the Hospitality Service of the Year category, FoneFreakz received a nomination under the Best New Business – Under Two Years category and The Cheesecake Shop saw one of its staff nominated under the

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Trainee of the Year category.

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.

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Passion and creative flair required!

OUR region’s largest circulating newspaper is seeking a special kind of person to join the team! A part time creative writer is required to help us communicate all of the positive aspects of our local business advertisers.

The Adviser’s feature and advertorial content has been managed by passionate local, Sarah Knight for the past eight months, however an exciting opportunity has arisen for Sarah and she has decided to relocate north.

Sarah said, “My time in the position has been really inspiring, there is so much happening within the region and it’s really exciting to be a part of sharing ‘all of the good stuff’.

“When the opportunity to take on the role presented itself, something about it just felt right to me. My background is quite varied; I spent about 10 years in sales before more recently marketing and communications roles.

But I’ve always had a quiet passion for writing and that tied in perfectly with another passion of mine - which is business development. I love seeing businesses succeed and in particular drawing out the passion that is behind the want to be in business for yourself.

“This role has allowed me to embrace everything that I love; utilise my previous sales skills and all whilst helping businesses to promote themselves, so that they can continue to do what they love.

“I encourage anyone who shares a passion for these things to apply, you never know you might surprise yourself! I did – in many ways and I am really grateful to have been given the opportunity, not only to take on the role,

THIS COULD BE YOU… The Adviser is currently seeking applications for a part time creative writer to replace our current Business and Feature Writer Sarah Knight (right) who is relocating interstate. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

but to work with such an amazing team of passionate professionals that all celebrate the wonderful community in which we live.”

The Adviser’s part time writer position requires you to have excellent writing, time management and people skills, a passion for creative selling and a positive and pro-active

approach towards working with our valued clients.

The ability to listen and communicate well with people, work to deadlines, and produce quality, interesting and accurate editorial is essential.

Some photography experience would also

be an advantage in this exciting role.

If you would like to apply for this position, send us your application letter and resume along with any examples of your published work to: admin@sheppartonadviser.com.au or post to The Managing Editor, PO Box 1664, Shepparton VIC 3630.

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EVENTS

COMMUNITY CONNECT UPCOMING JUST DINNER is on Saturday, September 19. A social evening for singles and couples aged 45 to 70. All are most welcome to come along, meet others and enjoy dinner. Please phone Marg on 58 251114 or Vicki on 0427 251 274 for venue and time.

INTERNATIONAL MEDIUM VAL HOOD will be at the Koonoomoo Recreation Reserve on Saturday, October 3 at 7pm. All bookings and enquiries to Sharon on 0423 004 702.

TWILIGHT TENNIS DOUBLES COMPETITION will be held at the Shepparton Lawn Tennis Club from 5:30pm on Wednesday, October 14 and run for 10 weeks.

Teams of four men or four ladies; grades A/B/ C/D/E. For further information, email pryan@ theapprenticeshipfactory.com.au or visit www. sheppartonlawntennisclub.com.au ARE YOU A SINGLE OR STAY AT HOME DAD? Would you like to meet new people and build close friendships for you and your children?

Do you enjoy a beer and barbeque with the boys?

If yes show your interest by emailing Shepp stay at home dads at sheppshd@gmail.com

ONGOING 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

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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.

approximately 10am to 12:30pm. For further information, contact Ken Morelli on 0427 919 116 or Barry Flemming on 0411 468 489.

H EA RT BEAT V ICTOR I A GOULBUR N VALLEY meet on the first Monday of the month at the GV Health dining room from 6pm for a meal. Meeting and guest speaker starts at 7pm.

For further information, contact Ian Powell on 0418 575 141.

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

SHEPPARTON BRIDGE CLUB meets 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.

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.

WHY? WHY? WHY? Why is it that so many born again Christians are not living the abundant life that Jesus promised to those who believe in HIM? Where are the miracles of healing, deliverance and prosperity today?

Why is the body of Christ in many churches a toothless, paper tiger? Answers to these questions are given by a local bible teacher of 35 years. For free teachings from Scripture, phone 5825 5301 or 0418 560 575.

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.

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)

1950’s style high flying adventure RELIVE HISTORY… 28 tickets are up for grabs for a high flying adventure 1950’s style at the Nhill Air Show next month with tickets also including entry into the air show.

Photo: Supplied.

THE Nhill Air Show sub-committee, in partnership with Shortstop Jet Charter, is excited to offer 28 people a chance for a high flying adventure, by being able to relive the thrill of airline travel 1950s style.

First flown in 1935, the Douglas DC-3 was famous around the world for safe and reliable air travel and on Saturday, October 10 at the Nhill Air Show the DC-3 will arrive in time for the flying program commencing at 11:30am before departing on its return flight to Essendon at midday, Sunday, October 11.

One of the current ticket holders of the DC-3 Charter, a tourist travelling Australia from Switzerland said, “It would be nice to fly the lovely bird,” and is excitedly awaiting the flight that comes with purchasing a ticket and the Nhill Air Show.

Nhill Air Show Convenor, Andrew Kube said, “I am proud to offer this spectacular

opportunity to visitors to the air show.

What an amazing experience to arrive at Nhill Aerodrome in a DC-3. A few locals remember the DC-3s coming through Nhill en-route from Melbourne to Adelaide. Now is a chance to relive that history.”

A ticket on the aircraft, entitles holders to entry into the Nhill Air Show, where a thrilling flying program awaits, featuring a CAC Wirraway, P51 Mustang, Stinson Reliant, T28 Trojan, P40 Kittyhawk, Pitts Special (aerobatic display aircraft), Marchetti S2-11 jet, CAC Boomerang, Tiger Moths, DH Chipmunk, Cessnas, Heritage Trainer Formation Display team (including Winjeel and CT4), Ryan SCW, Ryan PT22 and the magnificent RAAF Roulettes.

To b o o k , e m a i l yo u r d e t a i l s t o nhillairshow @g mail.com or visit w w w.nhillairshow.com.au for further information.

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Farewell to a true local pioneer THE Goulburn Valley is home to many migrant families, but few who have made such a significant impact on their chosen industry as the Monichinos and Carlo Monichino in particular.

It is with great sadness, but extreme pride that the well-known local family together with the broader community, farewelled a true local pioneer on Friday, August 28.

Carlo first migrated to Australia from the renowned winegrowing region of Piemonte in the Asti region of Northern Italy in 1949, when he was just 18 years old. Upon arriving in Australia, he immediately started work in Australia’s agricultural industry, cutting sugar cane in Ingham in far north Queensland before moving to Victoria where he discovered the potential of the Goulburn Valley.

Carlo met and married wife Margaret and together they decided to find a property where Carlo could realise his dream of one day owning his own vineyard.

In 1962, his dream came to fruition at a property in Katunga where Carlo developed not only a vineyard, but a winery as well and created his well-known brand of unique, Goulburn Valley wines.

Through hard work and a labour of love, he and wife Margaret established the vineyard, which flourished, and in 1972 Carlo opened his cellar door, the only one in the area at the time.

Over the years, Carlo continued to grow new varieties and to innovate ‘beyond his years’. Amongst other things, he recognised the need to refrigerate his harvest, to maintain the integrity of the grapes; creating his own refrigerated field crusher made from two milk vats welded together and powered by the farm’s tractor to keep the hand picked grapes cool to avoid oxidation. This was one of Carlo’s many innovations.

Carlo was the first applicant for a vignerons licence in the Goulburn Valley after the war; after studying winemaking at Dookie College. His legacy will continue to live on with the winery now producing 27 varieties of wine, all bearing the Monichino name - a testament to the triumphs of dreams come true.

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AN INNOVATOR BEYOND HIS YEARS…In passing, Katunga resident Carlo Monichino is recognised for making his mark on the local wine industry and leaving a legacy of triumph over his dreams. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

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NEWS

Access to a new confidence for students SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS… Access Education can help support students through the stressful period of Year 12 exams and Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) results. Photo: Supplied.

YEAR 12 is undoubtedly the most pivotal year of any young person’s life. Your VCE results will determine your study choices and furthermore, determine the outlook for any future paths beyond tertiary education. For this reason, Year 12 can also be overwhelming for students and families alike; that’s where Access Education can help.

Access E ducation Direc tor, Steven Scheloske said, “I grew up in the suburbs with migrant parents. Mum and Dad worked hard to provide for the family but weren’t always able to help out with school.

“Despite this I tried my best and generally went well, but when it came time to completing my final year of high school, I felt overwhelmed. The way I saw it, these final exams I was about to sit, were going to sum up all the years of my school life, the

ALL THINGS CRICKET… Prenter Bats Business Owner, Ben Prenter; a self confessed avid cricket fan has managed to make his hobby into a thriving little business, now custom making cricket bats for players around the country. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

results I would have to wear for everyone to see and judge me by. Sounds dramatic but that’s the way that I felt.

“Access Education’s lectures are all about ensuring that students who are about to sit the exams are able to identify their strengths and weaknesses and use this information to channel their own revision efforts into the areas that require it the most.

“Lecture programs like these may not have existed when I was finishing high school, but I’m really proud to be part of a team today that helps so many students gain the confidence in their own abilities to achieve their best.

For more information on how Access Education can benefit members of your your family, or to make a booking please visit www.accesseducation.com.au or call the team on 1300 338 222.

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In full swing SITUATED in Kialla, Prenter Bats is an innovative local business that has steadily grown since its establishment in 2013.

Born out of a passion for all things cricket, Business Owner, Ben Prenter said, “I was doing more than 110 hours a week in the milkbar (owned by Ben’s parents) and needed something to distract myself in my down-time.”

Ben said he had been repairing cricket bats as a hobby for more than 15 years, until he identified a gap in the local market.

“In an area where the sport is so popular, there wasn’t anyone who was providing cricket bat preparation, repairs or hand crafting bats.”

Ben now purchases Australian Grown Willow Blue in cleft form and pod-shaves them to design for his customers; the store also stocks a range of cricket gear, including grips, bats, protective gear along with providing custom designed cricket bags and bat grips, Ben said that he plans to expand the range.

As an avid cricket fan himself, Ben said he often has customers pop in for a chat, talk repairs and share their tips for the up-coming season.

For all your cricket bat restoration care and maintenance, call in and see Ben at Kialla Lakes Shop, Shop 5, 56-58 Kialla Lakes Drive, or phone 0478 672 481

NEWS CHEERS TO NEW BEGININGS… From left, Shepparton RSL General Manager, Joseph Di Pietrantonio, Diggers Restaurant Venue Manager, Chris Capstick, Head Chef, Leslie Austien and The Essential Caterer Business Owner, Sean Robertson. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

A toast of things to come DIGGERS Restaurant at the Shepparton RSL celebrated a new era as The Essential Caterer took over the dining room and function catering of the Club’ on September 1st.

Shepparton RSL General Manager, Joseph Di Pietrantonio, said, “We’re really pleased to welcome Sean and his team. They bring with them a professional standard that we are sure will be well received by our members and their guests.”

The Essential Caterer Business Owner, Sean Robertson said, “Our focus is on providing fresh produce and efficient service. The menu is made up of a selection modern Australian dishes with just a hint of an Asian influence.”

Head Chef, Leslie Austien added, “We’re really focused on providing our diners with quality meals that offer great value for money.

We want to appeal to the broader community so along with fresh, locally sourced, seasonal

produce, we’ll also have a range of weekly specials. We’ll also be doing things like using fresh chicken for our ‘parmas’ and we’ve already started to source local suppliers.”

Sean and his team also plan to offer some great wedding, function and corporate day packages.

For more information or to book a table at the club, phone 5820 4100.

Spring into Spring

With Clinique’s free gift with purchase FUN, SPRINGINSPIRED COLOURS… John Anderson Pharmacy Clinique Counter Manager, Teresa (right) can take you through Clinque’s new Spring range, which will have you inspired to create your new-season look.

Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.

Clinique range.”

John Anderson Pharmacy, located at 310312 Wyndham Street, Shepparton is open from 9am to 5.30pm Monday to Thursday,

This September, host a Dine at Mine to support kids living with cancer.

9am to 6pm Friday and 9am to 1pm Saturday.

To enquire about the Clinique range or your free gift with purchase, contact John Anderson Pharmacy on 5821 2596.

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JOHN Anderson Pharmacy, in partnership with Clinique are pleased to announce the arrival of Clinique’s brand new range of fun, Spring-inspired Skinny Stick eyeliner and Clinique Pop lip colours.

John Anderson Pharmacy Clinique Counter Manager, Teresa said, “We have some great new colours this spring and can work with you to help you find the a great new season look.

“The new range is full of fun colours! All of Clinique’s products are safe; dermatologically and allergy tested, fragrance free and not tested on animals.”

This month Clinique are offering a free gift with purchase for any product purchases over $60. Gift packs include a 15ml Moisture Surge, Extended Thirst Relief, Liquid Facial Soap, Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion, Chubby Stick Shadow, new Long Last Matte Lipstick and a 3.5ml High Impact Mascara.

After 22 years in the beauty industry, Teresa said, “I’ve worked with lots of beauty products, but have never found a product range that is better value for money than the

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NEWS

Prepare yourself for a good laugh

WINNERS ANNOUNCED… The modern winemakers share a sense of appreciation for new varieties and both traditional and non-traditional styles. From left, Dookie Wine Show Associate Judge, Elenea Anderson, Chairman/Head Judge, Simon Killeen and Judges, Tessa Brown and Jo Marsh.

Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.

Rodney Vincent live at Hill Top Golf Club LOCAL residents have the opportunity to see one of Australia’s best-loved entertainers, right here in the Goulburn Valley, when Rodney Vincent comes to town on Saturday, September 19.

After having recently completed tours of New Zealand, Canada and Alaska, Rodney will bring his unique variety of story telling, comedy and rock and roll entertainment to Tatura’s Hill Top Golf Club.

Rodney’s love of performing has seen him perform in a range of different genres from the old time dance days, to live television, cabaret and festivals; performing alongside big-name talents such as the legendary Gene Pitney, Col Elliot, The Four Kinsmen and the Deltones.

This is one show not to be missed.

Rodney Vincent will be appearing live at Hill Top Golf Club, Saturday, September 19 from 6.30pm; tickets are just $40 per person and include both the show and your meal.

Grab a group of fun-loving friends and enjoy a great night out full of laughs. Book your tickets by phoning Hill Top Golf Club on 5824 1689.

Wine show winners announced continued from front page

LOVE OF PERFORMING… Rodney Vincent is set to perform at Tatura’s Hill Top Golf Club on Saturday, September 19.

Photo: Supplied.

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CLASS 1, Shiraz saw Garners awarded best in class for their 2014 Shiraz, Class 2 , Cabernet Sauvignon was awarded to Mitchelton for their 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon, Class 3, Merlot and Merlot Blends went to Sedona for their 2013 Reserve Merlot, Class 4, Other Reds and Blends went to Cape Horn for their 2013 Durif, Class 5, Chardonnay was awarded to Monichino Wines for their 2012 Chardonnay, Class 6, Other Whites and Blends went to Tallis for their 2014 Viogner and Class 7, Sparkling Reds and Whites went to Michelini for their Non Vintage Sparkling Merlot.

Paul said, “It was no surprise to see the Shiraz category as the largest class, with 28 wines submitted; but we were really impressed at the consistency of quality across the whole class.”

“The whites were pretty impressive too,

they seem to be getting better and better every year. There’s been plenty of interesting new white varietals released and we saw more than 20 entries in the other whites class.”

“We’re very pleased with the consistent number of entries this year and that we have the new wineries coming on board, it’s very encouraging for the future of the show.”

Wineries from the broader reaches of the region, including Seymour, Echuca, Wangaratta, Strathbogie and Numurkah are all invited to submit their entries for the show.

The winning wines will be served during the five-course awards dinner on Tuesday, September 15 at the McIntosh Centre, Shepparton from 6.30pm, where the official Wine of Show will also be announced.

As there are less than 20 tickets remaining, those interested are encouraged to book whist they still can, by calling GOTAFE on 1300 468 233.

NEWS

Snow Queen’s Aussie Freezing Show is coming to the GV MAGIC, FUN FILLED ENTERTAINMENT… Snow Queen’s Aussie Freezing Show is coming to the Goulburn Valley this month, with two magic, fun filled and entertainment filled shows. Photo: Supplied.

PASSIONATE ABOUT GOOD FOOD AND GOOD COMPANY… BelCibo & Co Owners, Belinda and Marco Amodio pride themselves on their beautiful, freshly made wood fired pizzas, now available for lunch from 12pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

A café with a difference OPEN since October last year, the BelCibo and Co Café at the Shepparton Market is a café with a refreshing difference.

The café, which is owned and operated by passionate, local husband and wife team, Marco and Belinda Amodio was named BelCibo and Co as this translates to ‘good food and company’ in English and this is, according to Belinda, the foundation in which the business has been built on.

Belinda says, “It was a dream for us to open the café, something we’d always talked about. So for us it’s about making our customers feel like they are a part of our family, allowing them to come, stay as long as they like and know that there’s no rush to get in and out.

PRESEN TED by the production team behind the wildly successful Wizard Of Oz stage show; Youngstars2.com; Snow Queen’s Aussie Freezing Show is coming to Victoria this September.

Children will be enchanted and inspired these school holidays as they help Sydney’s favourite Snow Queen find her lost magic wand; so that they can play in the magical falling snow together!

There’ll be a special pre-show sing-along to everyone’s favourite songs from Frozen

and children will enjoy plenty of interactive f u n w it h si ng i ng , d a nci ng a nd t he appearance of some very special characters.

Children are invited to dress up, come ready to have lots of fun and bring a toy with them to donate to the Hospital Toy Appeal.

Two shows will be held in the Goulburn Valley on Friday, September 25, the first at 10:30am in Mooroopna’s Westside Performing Arts Centre, the second at 3:30pm in Kyabram’s Plaza Theatre.

“We want them to feel completely at home here and we think they do, because a lot of our customers have now become our good friends.”

BelCibo & Co Café make all of their cakes and slices in-house and are pleased to offer gluten free cakes, breads and focaccias.

Open from 7am to 4pm Wednesday to Sunday, the café specialises in fresh, madeto-order light lunches, including delicious wood fired pizza, focaccias, Panini, and weekly specials like seasonally focused pasta and risotto.

Visit BelCibo & Co Café when you’re next at the Shepparton Market, 91-93 Benalla Road, Shepparton. For function or catering enquiries, phone 0411 878 378.

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DEMENTIA AWARENESS MONTH | September 2015

A special place called Grevillea Lodge Caring for people with dementia at Shepparton Villages DEMENTIA affects not only the person diagnosed, but also their family and especially their partner. The term ‘dementia’ is used to describe the symptoms of a large group of illnesses; in most cases the person suffering from the illness will experience a progressive decline in memory, intellect, social skills and emotional reactions.

For a long time a person with dementia may look healthy, but inside, their brain is not functioning normally, therefore they cannot help what they may be saying or how they may be behaving.

Some people with dementia require a special kind of environment to accommodate their behaviours; behaviours that they no longer have control over. A special place like Grevillea Lodge.

For families, deciding to place a loved one in residential care can be one of the most difficult decisions they will ever make.

Shepparton Villages Admissions Coordinator, Helen Mathieson said, “Staff in Grevillea Lodge support the residents and their families through the transition and our staff often become an extension of the family. We work with residents and their families to ensure that the best possible individual care is provided for our residents.

Grevillea Lodge’s friendly staff work with residents and their families to ensure they know the individual likes and dislikes of the person, to make their stay as stress free as possible.

Helen added, “Our staff understand that while a resident’s memory may have changed, they are still an active person who should enjoy life; from an appetising meal and exercising to family gatherings and being part of a community that supports them. “We take great pride in what we do and regularly receive comments like ‘It is

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CARING FOR YOUR NEEDS… From left, Shepparton Villages Resident, John Woodsell with his wife Ann, Sue Walsh with her husband and Shepparton Villages Resident, Bob Walsh and Shepparton Villages Admissions Coordinator, Helen Mathieson. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

comforting to know my dad is happy, safe and well looked after.’ Families often remark that ‘there is a real family atmosphere here’ and ‘everyone is so welcoming’, and that is what we strive for.”

Grevillea Lodge is a division of Shepparton

Villages. If someone you love requires some respite and/or permanent care and you would like to learn more about the special unit that is Grevillea Lodge; please contact Admissions Coordinator Helen Mathieson on 5832 0800.

What is dementia?

Dementia is the term used to describe the symptoms of a large group of illnesses which cause a progressive decline in a person’s functioning. It is a broad term used to describe a loss of memory, intellect, rationality, social skills and physical functioning. There are many types of dementia including Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia, front temporal dementia and dementia with Lewy Bodies. Dementia can happen to anybody, but it is more common after the age of 65.

There are more than 342,800 Australians living with dementia

DEMENTIA AWARENESS MONTH | September 2015

Living with dementia “I can be changed by what happens to me in life, but I refuse to be reduced by it” – Maya Angelou

By David Lee SEPTEMBER is Dementia Awareness Month and there has never been a better time to dispel the negative stigma attached to the disease. Local residents, Elva and Brian Ridden have been living with Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia for years and are just two of almost 1,000 people in Greater Shepparton living with the disease, but both Elva and Brian haven’t lost themselves, they continue to be involved in the community and certainly haven’t lost their sense of humour.

Having been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s four years a go , B r i a n m i g ht not be able to do everything he used to be able to do with ease, such as putting together basic f lat pack items, but that hasn’t stopped him continuing his passion with writing and is currently finishing his seventh novel.

Life has also changed for Elva since being diagnosed with dementia two years ago with cooking now a lot more difficult for her to do, but she too hasn’t given up her passions, and runs a signing for pleasure group and makes backings for songs on her keyboard.

Brian and Elva spoke with The Adviser about recent talks they were guest speakers at and explaining how important it is to keep in good spirits and do all you can to stay involved with the community when living with dementia.

“While we have a few problems with things now than we used to we still keep in good spirits. That’s how we used to live our lives and so we won’t change being positive about life.

“What a lot of people don’t understand

is that dementia affects people very individually.

“It helps for us to have projects to do that we enjoy such as writing and singing.

“If you allow the dementia to take over you can loose who you are. Some people can be swamped by it and retreat and it takes enormous courage to stay strong.

“There is a quote by Author and Poet, Maya Angelou, which to us says a lot to people with dementia. She said, ‘I can be c h a n g e d b y w h at happens to me i n life, but I refuse to be reduced by it.’

“We try to encourage others to not retreat from communit y involvement and we know how important it is to help educate the com munit y on what dementia is and how it affects people differently.

“When it comes to those living with dementia, it’s important that they are able to continue what they used to do and to be encouraged and supported by the community to do so.

“If we can help people to feel that they don’t have to just sit back and stop living, we think that will be a big help.

“There are many people across the local community and Australia wide who have been diagnosed, but there isn’t a lot of knowledge out there in the community, which is why Dementia Awareness Month is so important.

“We encourage people with dementia and their carers to go along to the events being held locally. It is a great opportunity to find out more about dementia and learn what assistance is available out there.”

“If we can help people to feel that they don’t have to just sit back and stop living, we think that will be a big help.

DEMENTIA DOESN’T CHANGE WHO YOU ARE… From left, Alzheimer’s Australia Victoria Dementia Consultant, Julie Jackson has been helping to care for locals, Elva and Brian Ridden, who have been living with dementia and Alzheimer’s for years, but still have a great sense of humour and a positive outlook on life. Photo: David Lee.

Alzheimer’s Events around Shepparton For the month of September, Alzheimer’s Australia Victoria will be hosting events for Dementia Awareness Month 2015 – Creating a Dementia-Friendly Nation.

Children’s Story Time (Shepparton) A simple and engaging introduction to dementia for children 6-11 years – parents/carers welcome.

Date: Thursday, September 10 Address: Shepparton Library, 41-43 Welsford St, Shepparton Time: 10am - 11am To book, call Emma Kennedy on (03) 5832 1620.

Walking with Dementia, Health and Wellbeing Forum (Shepparton East) Expert speakers will give advice on keeping well, negotiating the system, seeking support and reconnecting.

Date: Wednesday, September 23 Address: The Connection, Peter Ross-Edwards Causeway, Shepparton Time: 9:30am - 3pm Phone: (03) 9816 5784 To book, visit https://register.eventarc.com/31255

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NEWS

ANZAC Appeal record smashed VOLUNTEERS MAKE IT HAPPEN… From left, Shepparton RSL ANZAC Day Appeal Volunteers, Jack Thewlis, Jane Nash, Ted Rosenow, Gordon Nash and Brian McInneny.

Photo: Alicia Niglia.

THE Shepparton RSL Sub-Branch has lifted the bar again at this year’s ANZAC Appeal, seeing 40.91 percent more raised than the previous year, which played a significant part in reaching the state’s total ANZAC Appeal tally of over $5M. RSL Victoria sincerely thanks the people of Shepparton for the record-breaking result, which was a culmination of the extraordinary efforts made by the Shepparton RSL SubBranch committee members and volunteers, tirelessly manning fundraising locations throughout Shepparton.

RSL Victoria President, Major General David McLachlan said, “Regional Victoria RSL Sub-Branches played a leading role in raising awareness of the importance of the ANZAC Appeal in their local communities, and for that we thank them sincerely.

“In the lead up to ANZAC Day, Victorian communities, big and small, showed great encouragement and commitment to their local RSL Sub-Branch in supporting the Appeal and veterans.

“The success and perseverance of the

ANZAC Appeal was testimonial of the Australian spirit – to help those brave men, women and their families who have served our country in times of conflict.”

Shepparton RSL Sub-Branch President, Bob Wilkie acknowledged the stellar effort from all volunteers and for the locals who once again supported the ANZAC Appeal which reflected the generous spirit of the Shepparton community.

“Our community has come together to support the ANZAC Appeal and create a real difference to the lives of the people who have served our country. The assistance we provide varies but it could be the smaller things such as arranging transportation to medical appointments, which make a big difference to their daily lives.

“A special mention and acknowledgement must be extended to Shepparton RSL SubBranch Appeals Officer, Brian McInneny whose coordination of the hard working volunteers maximised the success of the appeal this year.”

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Kim joins PM to pay respect to Mabo continued from front page K im also broug ht to M r Abbot t’s attention the local need for safe affordable accommodation for vulnerable Indigenous people in the region, following the closure of the Geraldine Briggs Hostel in Shepparton.

Kim said, “It is such a great honour to be asked by Gail to be part of this historic event and to have the opportunity to help tend to Uncle Koiki’s grave.

“He helped change history when the High Court of Australia recognised his native title claim.”

Eddie Mabo died five months before the high court announced its landmark decision to overturn the long held doctrine of terra nullius; the British idea that Australia was empty before they arrived.

“The high court ruling recognised that Aboriginal and Islander people had long standing and traditional attachment to land and country.

“To have been there in Uncle Kioki’s burial place with his daughter Gail was obviously a very poignant and emotional occasion for me.

“We can all take the legacy that Uncle Koiki left for all Australians, draw strength from it and continue to build a more equitable and just Australia now and into the future.

“It was a fantastic opportunity to speak with the Prime Minister about the great

PRIVILEDGED VISIT… Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative CEO, Kim Sedick visited Mer Island in the Torres Strait last week, after being invited to tend the grave of civil and land rights activist, Eddie ‘Koiki’ Mabo by his daughter, Gail Mabo (pictured) and had the chance to meet with Prime Minister, Tony Abbott. Photo: Supplied.

things the people at Rumbalara bring to the local community.

“We will be participating in a ministerial working party that will be exploring the impact of lack of affordable housing in the Indigenous communities of the Goulburn Valley,” Kim said.

wi t h Geoff Vallance

Sailing the top end

ATTRACTIVE CITY… The city of Perth from the Swan River, the ideal climate has attracted many visitors from Victoria to go back and make the city home.

I WAS to sail around the top end of Australia, from Perth to Sydney and I was to board the ship in Freemantle, home to much of our county’s maritime history.

Freemantle is just a very people friendly place and everyone is so helpful, the city even provides two free buses to make life easier.

The Red Cat and the Blue Cat run about every 10 minutes so you can use them like a hopon-hop-off bus service and visit all the major tourist sites.

The locals use them too and I noticed that lots of school students avail themselves for the bus service, but what struck me was the way the students and other bus users always thanked the bus driver as they got off; a friendly gesture that I don’t think would happen in Melbourne or Sydney.

The Swan River gives you an overview of Perth, particularly the rows of millionaire’s houses lining its banks. There’s some serious money in this part of Australia, it really is ‘Mansion Mania.’

It seems everyone has a boat and if you go out to Rottnest Island there are thousands of moorings at every picturesque bay. I would like to go back to Rottnest in the peak of summer.

I love sailing and this town is the place to be. Right on the mouth of the Swan River is the Maritime Museum that tells the history of Freemantle from the early seafaring days including the pearling industry right up to the present with Alan Bond’s Australia Two and its famous winged keel proudly on display. You could spend a whole day there just viewing all the exhibits.

It was time to set sail, boarding our ship The Dawn Princess, I could relax in luxury as the adventure began.

First port of call was Geraldton; again a town with a strong association with the sea and the Batavia Coast.

They has a very impressive memorial to the HMAS Sydney and its 645 men lost in a battle during the war.

It seems the men of the HMAS Sydney spent R&R at Geraldton much to the delight of many of the local ladies and when the ship was lost at sea the locals adopted her memory and that of her fine fighting men.

The memorial set up by the local Rotary Club features a huge dome covered with

of ROW… Just one MILLIONAIRES on the Swan River s the many mansion llionaires row.

Perth, it truly is mi

645 metal seagulls representing each of the seamen lost. The local historical society conducts excellent free tours of the memorial as they tell you the history of the events at sea that led up to the battle.

The Western Australia Museum is well worth a look in, and if you have the time take a tour of the Kalbarri National Park its stunning scenery will amaze you.

Leaving Geraldton we have now set sail for Indonesia to the Island of Lombok. After this side tour, we will then return to the Australian coast to Broome, Darwin and all points in between.

Lombok is set like a jewel in a crystal blue sea. Its green hills and mountains reach up from the surrounding waters but hidden in the mountains is a volcano now asleep maybe waiting until another time.

Lombok is situated 43 kilometres east of Bali but in its early years operated as a separate culture. The religion then was animism then the Balinese invaded and brought Hinduism with them establishing many temples. In 1843 the Dutch arrived looking to take over the spice trade, they sent in their army and forced the Balinese off the island.

Things began to settle down and now you have a people that predominantly follow Islam but combined with their early animism, there are still Hindus and a small Christian community.

The people are very friendly but the mandatory hawkers are ever present as you exit the port area; do you want to buy? Look at my stand. Need a new watch? It’s all there so you join in making sure neither side takes it too seriously including how long the watch will keep running after you leave port.

Lombok has many beaches Senggigi is the

STRONG AS SOC The Western Au IATION WITH THE SEA… stralian Maritim e great displays celebrating the Museum has regions strong association w ith the sea.

most popular but Kuta (not to be confused with the one on Bali) is gaining lots of tourist interest because of its scenic setting.

Many visitors from our ship had trouble coming to terms with the persistence of some of the hawkers but I felt they were not as full on as they are in Bali.

All in all there is lots to see from water temples to ancient shrines, waterfalls and even a modern shopping mall.

We only had one day at Lombok, so soon our ship was calling to make the return trip to the Australian coast; our next stop Broome.

Until next time, Safe Travel’n, Geoff Vallance

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Sue has managed the ‘Nocturnal Enuresis’ Service, (the medical term for bed wetting) at the RCH for the last 18 years, before ‘WE’LL GET IT SORTED’… A Dry Night Solution Program initiating the A Dry Night Solution program.

Founder, Sue Aitken. Photo: Supplied.

The 8-week program offers a step-by-step To find out more about this great new proven formula to ensure children wake in a dry bed upon completion. With a 98 percent initiative, visit www.adrynightsolution.com.au, success rate, this proven program is easy for email adrynightsolution@bigpond.com or phone Sue on 0437 367 002. both children and adolescents to follow.

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Adviser

SPORT Scoreboard Kyabram District League

Football First elimination final Stanhope (104) ..........d ..........Violet Town (58) Second elimination final Avenel (102) ................d ............... Lancaster (96) Netball – A grade First elimination final Stanhope (44).............d ............... Lancaster (37) Second elimination final Tallygaroopna (44)..d .............. Merrigum (32)

Murray League

Football First semi-final Moama (89)................d ...................Tongala (84) Second semi-final Nathalia (107) ...........d ................ Mulwala (87) Netball – A grade First semi-final Finley (56)....................d ................. Mulwala (51) Second semi-final Tongala (49)................d .....Echuca United (36)

Picola District League – South East

Football Preliminary finals Waaia (104).................d .......... Shepp East (101) Netball – A grade Preliminary finals Dookie United (51)..d .............Tungamah (47)

Goulburn Valley Netball League

A grade Seymour (71) ..............d ...............Mansfield (13) Shepparton (46) ........d ..........Mooroopna (26) Echuca (87) .................d ......................Tatura (19) Euroa (42) ....................d .................... Benalla (38) Shepp Swans (43) .....d ....... Shepp United (36) Kyabram (44) .............d ...............Rochester (24)

Trevor hangs up his helmet after 15 years

By David Lee WITH the Fruit Loop Ride kicking off from Princess Park in Shepparton this weekend, Owner of Avanti Plus and ride participant, Trevor Morris will be hanging up his helmet this year, after having played a part in raising more than $350,000 for GV Hospice Care Service over the last 15 years.

Kicking off in Shepparton on Sunday, September 13, the Fruit Loop Ride will see between 20 and 250 participants take on a 50km, 100km or 180km ride, but this year will see the addition of a mini market organised by Laura May, which will see all profits raised donated to hospice.

Trevor said, “The ride is, and always has been, for the benefit of equipping the palliative care unit to help them continue the level of care they give to the community when it is needed most.

“Although I’m going to be hanging up my boots this year, it’s a real sense of achievement to have been involved in raising that sort of money for hospice and helped so many people in the community.

“I wouldn’t have been able to do it without the committee behind me and am grateful for their involvement over the years.”

Donations can be made on the day at the registration desk or in store at Avanti Plus, 126-128 High Street, Shepparton or at GV Hospice Care Services, 102 Balaclava Road.

ONE LAST RIDE… Having helped to raise more than $350,000 for GV Hospice Care Services over the last 15 years, Owner of Avanti Plus, Trevor Morris will be riding in the Fruit Loop Ride for the last time this year. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

The finals are upon us FOLLOWING the completion of this weekend’s final round, the Goulburn Valley Football and Netball Leagues have finalised the line up for the first week of finals action next weekend.

GOTAFE Goulburn Valley Football League TIME GRADE FINAL Saturday 12 September at Mooroopna

MATCH

10:00am

U18

1st v 2nd

Echuca v Benalla

12.05pm

Reserves

1st v 2nd

Benalla v Mooroopna

2.15pm

Seniors

1st v 2nd

Rochester v Benalla

Sunday 13 September at Echuca 10:00am

U18

3rd v 6th

Kyabram v Shepparton

12.05pm

Reserves

3rd v 6th

Mansfield v Kyabram

2.15pm

Seniors

3rd v 6th

Kyabram v Euroa

Sunday 13 September at Benalla 10:00am

U18

4th v 5th

Euroa v Shepp United

12.05pm

Reserves

4th v 5th

Seymour v Echuca

2.15pm

Seniors

4th v 5th

Shepp Swans v Seymour

Goulburn Valley Netball League TIME GRADE FINAL Saturday 12 September at Mooroopna

MATCH

10:00am

17&U

Elimination 1

Shepp v Shepp United

11.15am

B Reserve

Elimination 1

Seymour v Echuca

12:30pm

B Grade

Qualifying

Echuca v Shepp United

12:30pm

B Grade

Elimination 2

Shepp v Benalla

1:45pm

A Grade

Qualifying

Seymour v Echuca

Sunday 13 September at Echuca 10:00am

17&U

Elimination 2

Kyabram v Echuca

11.15am

B Reserve

Qualifying

Shepparton v Kyabram

12:30pm

B Grade

Elimination 1

Seymour v Kyabram

1:45pm

A Grade

Elimination 2

Kyabram v Shepparton

Sunday 13 September at Benalla 11:00am

17&U

Qualifying

Benalla v Shepp Swans

12:15pm

B Reserve

Elimination 2

Shepp Swans v Shepp United

1:30pm

A Grade

Elimination 1

Euroa v Shepp United

Students take to cricket pitch

By David Lee ST U DEN TS at Gowrie Street Primary School took to the cricket pitch on Friday last week, with Cricket Shepparton Youth Club United choosing the school as the host school for their Under 10 competition.

Over the next four weeks, students will be taken through basic cricket skills including fielding drills, batting, bowling and catching.

Cricket Shepparton Youth Club United Committee Member, Jarrod Loader said, “The clinic is about getting kids and parents involved in cricket locally and about participation and getting children outside, active and living healthily.”

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STUDENTS NOT STUMPED… Gowrie Street Primary School students certainly weren’t stumped by a cricket clinic held by Cricket Shepparton Youth Club United, that will run for the next four weeks.

Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Football Adviser

Goulburn Valley Football League

Wednesday 9th September, 2015

GVFL Seniors Round 18 Results Saturday, September 5 Benalla (115) ................d ........................ Euroa (68) Shepp Swans (86) .....d ...... Shepp United (19) Seymour (131)..............d ............... Mansfield (67) Rochester (117) ..........d ................ Kyabram (78) Shepparton (99) .........d ..........Mooroopna (69) Tatura (85) ......................d ....................Echuca (52)

GVFL Seniors Round # Saturday, September 12 - Qualifying Final 1 Rochester v Benalla Sunday, September 13 - Elimination Final 1 Kyabram v Euroa Sunday, September 13 - Elimination Final 2 Shepparton Swans v Seymour

Goal-kicking 2015 Joshua Mellington (Benalla) ......... 95 Justin Maddern (Shepp Swans) .... 72 Steven Stroobants (Rochester) ..... 61 William Burstin (Kyabram) .............. 56 Saad Saad (Seymour) ................... 49 George Burbury (Mansfield) ......... 43

GVFL Seniors 2015 Ladder POS TEAM .................. PTS .............. % 1.

Rochester ............ 64 ...... 175.44

2.

Benalla................. 56 ...... 176.07

3.

Kyabram .............. 48 ...... 140.85

4.

Shepp Swans ....... 48 ...... 121.75

5.

Seymour .............. 48 ...... 103.94

6.

Euroa .................... 38 ...... 107.57

7.

Mooroopna .........32 ...... 103.54

8.

Mansfield ..............32 ........ 75.38

9.

Shepparton ..........24 ........ 79.84

10.

Shepp United .......24 ........ 77.03

11.

Echuca .................14 ........ 63.53

12.

Tatura ......................4 ........ 55.03

with Matthew Chilcott

GOTAFE GVFL week 1

FINALS

By Kyle Power

Rochester v Benalla

at Mooroopna Rec Reserve - Saturday 98.5 ONEFM BROADCAST GAME LIVE 1PM WELL, we are finally into the serious stuff and it doesn’t get much bigger than the two heavyweights of the competition Rochester and Benalla, who in my eyes cannot be split. Two sides with impeccable records are coming into this finals series with both winning their last four matches comfortably. When these two sides last met in Round 14 it was the Saints winning by a point in a wet dour affair, both Luke Morgan and James Flaherty won’t be revisiting that game to gauge an advantage on one another.

Rochester possess a dominate forward line with, Bowen, Stroobants and Cuttriss all capable of turning a game, and Benalla, who on the back of league leading goal kicker, Josh Mellington being reported and potentially missing the entire finals series, along with Nick Warnock who has a leg complaint, both are such important cogs for the Saints in winning this game. It’s the midfield of both sides that is where the game will be decided; for Benalla, Will and James Martiniello, Sam Martyn, Luke Morgan against Rochester’s Ash Watson, Dan Anderson, Jo Atley and Nick Knight. This one has all the makings for one of the games of the season.

Kyabram v Euroa

@ Victoria Park, Echuca - Sunday 98.5 ONEFM BROADCAST GAME LIVE 1PM KYABRAM are one of four sides in my opinion who could win this year’s premiership however a loss in Round 18 against Rochester who they may well face in a semi final this series, wasn’t good for the confidence. The Bombers had four key players out that game according to Coach, Justin Sherman with the form, prior to last weekend, relatively solid. With Josh Vick and Chris ‘Afro’ Atkins set to return they look a better team.

The last time these two sides met in Round 15

it was the Bombers winning convincingly by 45 points, and on the back of that game and the form Euroa have shown leading up to this has been disappointing. The uncertainty of some of Euroa’s VFL players availability is taking its toll with an unbalanced side fielded for most of this year. Will and James Hayes won’t play in this game denting the chances for the Pies. Euroa tested Benalla last round and will take little confidence out of that game with playing coach Nathan Gilliland starring with three goals. The winner out of this game will meet the winner out of Rochester v Benalla in a semi final to then play off for a spot in the Grand Final, a big game with a lot at stake.

Shepparton Swans v Seymour

at Benalla Showgrounds - Sunday LAST year’s premier gets a chance to defend their title in a cut-throat game against an in-form Seymour side. The Swans who were hardly challenged last week will be fresh and looking for a big game from some of their established stars in the competition, names like Sidebottom, Riordan, Maddern and Squire will be key to a Swans’ victory. The big question mark remains on the Swans is that when Maddern is held and kept quite who is able to take over and kick a winning score? Maddern’s 72 goals to date is a fair return with the next three leading goalkickers, Antonowicz (41) Fry (17) and BJ Squire (9) can they win a premiership with this model? Seymour are the form side along with Benalla heading into the series with their only blemish being a couple of weeks ago, a defeat to the Saints at home. Seymour will be suited to the open spaces the showgrounds has to offer and with their key players hitting form none more so than their exciting forwards, Saad Saad and Tim Bongetti who have combined for 34 goals between them in the last five games, that combination is starting to look dangerously potent for opposition defenses.

Expect a few sore bodies after this one as it will be a tough hard fought contest.

Adviser Footy Tipsters

MATT CHILCOTT (81) Benalla Kyabram Seymour

DENNIS PATTERSON (71) Rochester Kyabram Shepparton Swans

JASON WELSH (78) Rochester Kyabram Seymour

JOHN RYAN (75) Rochester Kyabram Seymour

JACQUI HUDGSON (79) Rochester Kyabram Seymour

SAM SARACINO (79) Benalla Kyabram Shepparton Swans

KYLE POWER (81) Rochester Kyabram Seymour

SUZANNA SHEED (67) Benalla Kyabram Shepparton Swans

HAYDEN BEST (77) Rochester Kyabram Shepparton Swans

PHANTOM (30) Benalla Euroa Shepparton Swans

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