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Agreement not accepted THE proposed Enterprise Bargaining Agreement between the CFA and United Firefighters’ Union (UFU) is not being accepted by Volunteer Fire Brigades Victoria (VFBV), who is expressing its anger toward the agreement.

VFBV president, Captain Nev Jones says volunteers are not trying to interfere in legitimate wage negotiations, but the proposed agreement includes clauses that would give the union the power of veto over CFA operational and resourcing decisions, effectively putting CFA under union control.

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Students breathe sigh of relief VET FEE HELP CAP LIFTED… From left, first year nursing student, Samirah and Partners in Training director, Dot Spain are pleased that the government lifted the VET Fee Help capping, meaning that the training organisation’s students are safeguarded against being forced to leave or give up their courses. Photo: David Lee.

By David Lee MORE than 150 nursing students are breathing a sigh of relief after the capping to VET Fee Help at one local training organisation was lifted last week.

After the state government introduced the Vocational Education and Training (VET) Fee Help package three years ago, it was

“I was going to pull out… having the help back is life changing.” found that there were some organisations abusing the assistance, and in December last

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year the government made the decision to put a freeze on the assistance, capping all of the program’s applicant organisations to their August figures. Due to the capping, many students were left with no choice but to leave their training organisation or were staring down the barrel at having to walk away from Continued on page 21 their course.

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NEWS

Bring your green thumb to the table

By David Lee IF you have a green thumb and you’re left over with herbs, fruit, vegetables and flowers that you are unsure what to do with, you can let somebody else enjoy them and bring them to the Numurkah Fruit & Veg Table.

The table, which is located at the Numurkah Information Centre and is the second time event has been organised, is designed to allow the community to bring in their produce and either swap it for something else on the table or donate it for somebody else to take. But it’s not just about donations. The table is also a place that the community can come to and take the local fresh produce to use, whether it be because they are struggling or simply wishing to support the use of local produce.

Numurkah District Health Service health promotion officer, Jenny Burrows said, “This is just a really nice thing for the community and helps to promote healthy eating. We know from experience that a lot of people who grow vegetables end up with many left overs that they don’t know what to do with.

This provides them with a way to share and

PRODUCE WITH A PURPOSE… From left, Numurkah District Health Service health promotion officer, Jenny Burrows, Moira Shire Council Business and Tourism Development Officer, Jenny Pickering and Numurkah Community Learning Centre centre coordinator, Deb Fowler with some of the fresh fruit and vegetables available on the Numurkah Fruit & Veg Table. Photo: Emma Hillier.

give back to the community.”

Moira Shire Council Business and Tourism Development Officer, Jenny Pickering said, “The summer table that we ran worked really well, and we’re hoping for this to continue even through to the Numurkah Foodbowl Festival later this year.

“The Numurkah Fruit & Veg Table is also for those in the community who need fruit

and vegetables who otherwise may not have access to it. Really it’s for anyone who wants to access fresh, locally grown produce.

“We welcome people to come in and drop off or pick up some produce.”

For further information or to drop off or pick up produce, visit the Numurkah Information Centre at 99 Melville Street, Numurkah or phone 5862 3458.

John’s artistic appointment to SAM board WELL-KNOWN local arts identity and Shepparton Festival life member, John Head has been appointed as a community representative member of the new Shepparton Art Museum (SAM) Project Board.

John joins the Build SAM Project Board Committee, which oversees the management of the project milestones, including the architectural design, construction plans, planning and building permits, funding and governance as well as communications to councillors and the community.

John is well credentialled to be on the board as a passionate supporter of the arts in Shepparton and a driving force behind the Shepparton Festival.

“I believe the development of the new SAM will be a major game changer in the cultural, artistic and tourism landscape of the Goulburn Valley,” Mr Head said.

“Shepparton is a large multicultural community with one of the largest indigenous communities in rural Victoria. The development of a new SAM will be an important step in displaying and sustaining some of the best attributes of our region including our racial tolerance and social cohesion.

“I believe a new SAM has the potential to put Shepparton on the cultural tourism map as a link between the established and financially proven model of the art museums of Albury and Bendigo.

“I am very much looking forward to being a part of the project board and helping to guide the process of building the new SAM.” The current membership consists of 14 members from council, the SAM Foundation, Regional Development Victoria, Gallery Kaiela and the Kaiela Institute.

ARTISTIC APPOINTMENT… Well-known local arts identity and Shepparton Festival life member, John Head has been appointed as a community representative member of the new Shepparton Art Museum (SAM) Project Board. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Greater Shepparton City Council Director Community and Project Board Chair, Kaye Thomson said she was very pleased with the high calibre of applications received for the position and was keen to welcome John Head to the board.

“John brings a wealth of experience and knowledge of the arts in our region and will be an asset to the board in representing the community and ensuring a different viewpoint is available.

“We look forward to his input over the course of the project,” Ms Thomson said.

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Future prospects of station to be studied A FEASIBILITY study to determine the future prospects of the Shepparton Rail Station will soon be taking place, after the Andrews Labor Government announced last week it would be contributing $30,000 towards a $75,000 study.

The study, which will be co-funded by Greater Shepparton City Council, will investigate development of nearby vacant land, the installation of better pedestrian access and improvements to shelter, landscaping and parking around the station.

Minister for Public Transport, Jacinta Allan said, “The new funding announced will help us plan for a better central station for Shepparton” Independent Member for Shepparton District, Suzanna Sheed said, “My main concern is that I hope to see regard given to what people have said during consultations in Shepparton for the Regional Development Network Plan and what the staff at the station identify as being important as it is generally local knowledge that is very useful in cases such as this.

“My high priority is about mobility and that involves more and better train services. It seems clear to me so far that that there has been no appetite from governments to give us everything we want in one go and that it will be a staged process.

“I am pleased that we now have a plan as previously there was no regional rail plan, only a metropolitan one. I am also pleased that all the issues that we have raised for improving the service have been identified and set out in the future directions section of the Regional Development Network Plan and that the funding has been included in the budget to commence detailed planning for our line.

“Our All Aboard Shepparton campaign members, which include SheppRails, Greater Shepparton City Council and the Committee for Greater Shepparton, will be watching developments closely and keep demanding that things move forward in a timely manner and that we get our fair share of investment in rail.”

Woodturners donate to help locals AFTER yet another successful woodshow, the Woodturners of the Goulburn Valley have donated $750 to G V Hospice Care Services and $750 to Community Accessability.

The Woodturners of the Goulburn Valley have been running their annual woodshow since 1984, and since then have made donations to several local community groups and organisations to assist them in their contributions to the local community.

Woodturners of the Goulburn Valley treasurer, Vern Marven said, “We do like to keep our donations local. The money is made here and it stays here.”

GV Hospice Care Services executive ma nager, Ca rmel Sm it h said , “T he woodturners do such a fantastic job with their woodshow and it is so great to see that they utilise the funds they raise to assist locals.”

Community Accessability area manager, Mike Collins said, “The Woodturners of the Goulburn Valley are very generous

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DONATIONS APPRECIATED… From left, Woodturners of the Goulburn Valley treasurer, Vern Marven, Community Accessability area manager, Mike Collins, Woodturners of the Goulburn Valley president, Len Taylor and GV Hospice Care Services executive manager, Carmel Smith. Photo: Emma Hillier.

people with their time and donations that they make and we are very pleased to be

on the receiving end of their donation this year.”

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Showgrounds upgrade hopes to pull more events THE $1.675M upgrades to the Shepparton Showgrounds were officially completed last week, with hopes that the new multiuse and recreation area facility will accommodate an increase in events being drawn to the region.

The works included the installation of a new grassed surface and improved drainage and irrigation to prevent flooding on the main arena, two new light towers, a new bitumen promenade to link current East and West promenades and power boxes along the promenade for external power access.

G re ater Sheppa r ton C it y C ou nci l Mayor, Cr Dinny Adem said these works complemented significant infrastructure upgrades over the last decade including the McIntosh Centre events complex, refurbishment of the grand old lady heritage listed grandstand, hard stand area and multi-purpose pavilion.

“These works will help further cement

Greater Shepparton’s reputation as a leading major events destination in regional Victoria and give many of our key annual events the opportunity to expand and become more sustainable.

“The new open space has already helped secure some significant national events such the upcoming Australian Caravan Club Nationals Muster in October which will see more than 500 visitors come to Shepparton for up to 10 days and the EJ EH Holden Nationals in November which is anticipated to bring 1,000 visitors to the region.

“T h is redevelopment present s t he opportunity to host other significant large scale music events, festivals, large conferences, exhibitions, lifestyle events and sporting events which will see more people visiting, more jobs created, keeping businesses busy and the economy strong.”

Shepparton Showgrounds Advisor y C om m it t e e m e mb e r, Ro s s G ra h a m said, “These upgrades are fantastic. The

SHOWGROUNDS COMPLETE… From left, Tatura Lions Club committee member, Jack Muir, Minister for Regional Development, Jaala Pulford, Tatura Lions Club president, Terry Collison, Shepparton Showgrounds Advisory Committee member, Ross Graham and Greater Shepparton City Council Mayor, Cr Dinny Adem. Photo: Emma Hillier.

Shepparton Showgrounds is now a venue we can be proud of.

“T he upg rades were all about

encouraging growth in our events sector, which will bring about great economic benefits to the region.”

Come down for a Weekend at Brocky’s THIS Queen’s Birthday long weekend will see a special event held at the Shepparton Motor Museum, when hundreds are expected to converge on Shepparton for the Weekend at Brocky’s event.

The event offers attendees the chance to watch a film, followed by dinner alongside special guests, Phil Brock, John Harvey and Stephen Mciver and also provides

weekend entry to the Shepparton Motor Museum.

A special Bathurst Legends car show will be on display for the weekend, where 25 legendary Bathurst race cars will be the feature, as well as a range of vehicles being exhibited belonging to members of car clubs from across the region.

The museum itself will be organising a barbeque for breakfast and lunch.

Tickets for the film and dinner have been sold out, but on Saturday, June 11 and Sunday, June 12 Emerald Bank will be alive with activities for the whole family and of course there will be the chance to meet Phil Brock, John Harvey and Stephen Mciver.

For further information, phone the Shepparton Motor Museum on 5823 5833.

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EVENTS / NEWS

COMMUNITY CONNECT For more information on how to register for your Community Connect listing contact The Adviser via email at classifieds@sheppartonadviser.com.au Please note listings are to be 55 words or less.

UPCOMING GROW GROUP COMES TO COBRAM with groups meeting weekly to offer peer support and use a proven program for mental wellbeing.

To learn more about the group starting in Cobram, an information session will be held on Thursday, June 9 from 1pm to 2pm at the Cobram Community House, 43-45 Punt Road or 7pm to 8pm at Moira Education Centre, Odwyer Avenue. For more information, contact Lindy on 0448 052 769.

MEMBERS OF THE FILIPINO-AUSTRALIAN FRIENDS ASSOCIATION will celebrate its 118th year anniversary of Philippines Independence Day and the first anniversary re-launch of the Philippine House, now a community hub since its re-opening in June 12, 2015. The celebration at the Philippine House, 45 Evergreen Way, Parkside Gardens, Shepparton, will start with lunch at 12 noon, followed by brief presentations and thanksgiving. Enquiries, contact Cynthia on 0449 077 849.

THE KIALLA HALL is holding a defibrillator training session at Kialla District Hall, 135 Central Kialla Road, on Tuesday, June 21 from 6:30pm to 7:30pm. For further information, phone 0457 667 180.

ONGOING MO ORO OP NA C RO QU ET C LU B TWILIGHT GOLF CROQUET will operate on Thursday evenings at 6.30pm behind the Bowls Club in Mooroopna. The first night is free. Flat closed in shoes. Equipment is provided.

Come on Saturday mornings at 9.30am for a more challenging game of Association Croquet.

Beginners are always welcome, for more information, phone 5825 4541.

LYMPHOEDEMA: local support and education is available for those diagnosed with either Primary or Secondary Lymphoedema. For further information, contact Jeanette Thompson on (03)5821 8966 or 0400 352 696.

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.

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)

IGA’S WIN PROVIDES PERFECT EXCUSE FOR QUEEN’S BIRTHDAY… In advance of the Queen’s Birthday weekend this coming weekend, the bakery team at Fairleys SUPA IGA Shepparton, who recently took home the SUPA IGA Bakery Department of the Year Award at the Victorian IGA Awards of Excellence, are encouraging locals get into the spirit of things of things and celebrate the long weekend with a delicious item from their bakery department. Bakery manager, Jarrod Taylor said, “What better way to celebrate the long weekend and Queen Elizabeth II turning 90 than with a special afternoon tea? At our store we love catering to the tastes of the Shepparton community and are hugely proud to say that we create over 95 percent of our bakery offering in-store.”

Amongst the freshly baked offering available in store, Jarrod recommends stocking up on scones, fresh cream cakes and of course English breakfast tea over the Queen’s Birthday weekend. From left, pastry cook, Denise Dohnt, bakery manager, Jarrod Taylor and apprentice baker, Sarlina. Photo: David Lee.

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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.

Happy with use of mall Dear Editor, It was pleasing to see the Maude Street Mall being used recently as a gathering space for holding a political debate. I congratulate Rob McLean and the Beneath the Wisteria group for providing the public with an opportunity to hear from current candidates standing for Murray.

I also commend their choice of venue, which was under the northern pergola, free from the noise, pollution and distraction of vehicles going by.

That’s one more excellent reason to keep our mall spaces for people, instead of giving it back to cars.

Yours sincerely, Jenny Houlihan Councillor Greater Shepparton City Council

Election promises

Dear Editor, It was good to hear the candidates for the forthcoming election speak at the wisteria recently about what they want to do if they are elected.

The points that seemed to be fairly universal were water, the environment, fair payment for services rendered (e.g. dairy farming), exorbitant prices of some resources and renewable energy.

If an equivalent scheme to the Snowy Mountain scheme were implemented to pipe some water from rivers on the Eastern side of the Great Australian Divide in Northern NSW to the head of the Darling System, much of the water supply problem would be solved. It would be expensive and Mr Barnabie Joyce MP indicated so in a recent letter to me on the subject and hence nothing will be done. A government with the guts to do this like the far-sighted governments immediately post war would be wonderful.

The diversion of some water as suggested, would also help the environment in the center of Australia, as many communities are struggling to remain viable with so little water being available and places such as Broken Hill have a water shortage. The environment would be assisted by the use of renewable power resources such as

solar panels and wind generators – where applicable. There is a large solar photo voltaic system at Carwarp near Mildura, which is sitting idle – why? There is also a large plant proposed for Wangaratta – will this get off the ground?

Surely governments can do something about the restrictive practices employed by large supermarkets to damage suppliers of the products that they sell. Currently, dairy farmers are in the gun, but a fair price for what they and other suppliers supply is not unreasonable to expect. As a comparison bottled water is more expensive to buy than milk and slightly tampered with tap water is about all we do get.

Would any of the hopefuls for this election care to comment on how they would achieve their proposed aims?

Yours sincerely, Rodney Champness Mooroopna

Rest rooms no good locked Dear Editor, On the weekend I was at Vaughan Central Coles/Kmart and needed to use the rest rooms. I ventured outside only to find they were locked.

I also noticed I wasn’t the only one to attempt to open the locked door.

I later found out that you could get a code off Kmart staff to punch into the keypad beside the door to gain access.

I understand that this is an attempt to stop vandals and people damaging the rest rooms but I wonder how genuine people are suppose to know about this said code?

Perhaps a sign (and one that is durable as I have also heard they have had one in the past but it kept getting damaged) near the rest rooms to inform people about how to gain access would solve this. Or even have them inside Kmart itself.

It’s great our town has public toilets but they are no good to us locked.

Yours sincerely, Full bladder Kialla Want to have your say?

Email your letters to the Editor to editorial@sheppartonadviser.com.au.

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NEWS

Empower, inspire, succeed Local women dare to dream WITH an emphasis on inspiring women to strive and breaking down the barriers of self belief, the organisers, guest speakers and panelists at the second annual WOW Women event held on Sunday certainly didn’t disappoint.

250 women from across the Goulburn Valley turned out for the one day event and the message was simple, dare to dream and with clarity and focus, you can achieve your goals.

Key note spea kers , Ja n i ne G a r ner, Tracey Sofra and Lee Squire were nothing short of inspiring and the panel of local women, comprising GV Health Foundation director, Carmel Johnson, Intimo Lingerie senior director, Sheree Smith and Bluechip Genetics/Crazy Cow In Print owner, Dianna Malcolm were engaging and purposeful to say the least.

This year’s event was supported by a variety of sponsors, including platinum sponsors, who worked together with WOW Women to support, inspire and empower local women.

WOW Women founder and CEO, Tracey Sofra said, “I’m so proud of WOW Women and I’m overwhelmed by the response again this year, but if it wasn’t for the support of our sponsors we genuinely wouldn’t be able to do any of it.”

Sofcorp Financial Services partner, Glenn Trickey said, “I’m a partner in financial planning with Tracey and I’m proud to support her and her vision for WOW Women. It’s great for the local community to have something like this to get behind, it’s something positive and we’re thrilled to be a part of it.

“It’s been a great event again this year, the feedback has been really good, the speakers were very diverse and offered lots of great information. I hope everyone took something out of it and were really motivated because of the day.”

ANZ development relationship manager, Jessica Daniel said, “ANZ have an emphasis on putting women into leadership roles within our organisation, so that really aligned with WOW Women and Tracey’s vision about empowering local women.

ANZ have implemented a lot of policies and procedures to support women in leadership such as superannuation top ups for women, part time work policies and the like. It’s really about local empowerment of strong leaders.”

ANZ branch manager, Lauren Bowman said, “It’s been really exciting for me to be able to support and attend the WOW Women event, I only started in Shepparton in October, so it’s been a really great

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INSPIRED SUPPORT… Pictured from left, Fernwood Shepparton assistant manager, Krystle Ford, Fernwood Shepparton owner, Danni Whitaker, Sofra Partners director, Terry Sofra, WOW Women CEO, Tracey Sofra, Sofcorp Financial Services financial planner, Glenn Trickey, ANZ development relationship manager, Jessica Daniel and ANZ branch manager, Lauren Bowman. Photo: Julie Moore.

opportunity to work with like minded business women and also get the brand of ANZ out there supporting our local community.”

Fernwood Shepparton owner, Danni Whitaker said, “We chose to support WOW Women because their ethos fits in really well with us in supporting women in the local community and striving to make women the best they can be. Offering our support was an easy choice.

“It’s been an awesome event, it’s been really inspiring and was a great opportunity to recharge the batteries.”

Sofra Partners director, Terry Sofra said, “To help regional women network is so important and if we can get behind business women that’s what it’s all about.

“This year’s event was just awesome, Tracey has done a wonderful job getting all the sponsors behind her and panel together.

She just has a natural affiliation with people, she really does, I’m very proud.”

For more information on what WOW Women is all about, or to take part in any of this year’s regular events, visit www. wowwomengroup.com.au

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NEWS

SALON NEEDS COVERED… Blush Hair Boutique proprietor, Jacinta Sullivan and hairstylist, Dee Rowlands invite the community to come in and speak with either of them about any salon needs.

Photo: Emma Hillier.

Exciting times ahead for local salon AT Blush H a i r B out ique i n S out h Shepparton, the team are enjoying some very exciting times while proprietor, Jacinta Sullivan and her family await the much anticipated arrival of their first baby.

As exciting as these times are, it was very important for Jacinta to be able to ensure that her clients weren’t inconvenienced by any time that she may need to make the necessary adjustments in her life, that’s why Jacinta sought the services of lead hair stylist, Dee Rowlands to assist during this important time.

Jacinta said, “Dee is a wonderful fit for the salon, she is honest, hard working and works tirelessly to provide the highest level of service to our clients. I’m confident in entrusting the day-to-day running of the salon to Dee knowing that she is capable and highly skilled to take care of all of our clients’ individual needs and of course, I’ll

never be too far away, after a short break I intend to remain very hands on in the salon.

“Dee brings 10 years of experience to the salon. Originally from Shepparton, Dee has spent the last decade travelling and working all over Australia including three years in Western Australia.

“I encourage all of our clients new and existing to call in, meet with Dee and speak with either of us about their salon needs, with the assurance that there will be no disruption to their needs during the time ahead.”

Blush Hair Boutique provides a wide range of hair services including cuts, blow waves, perms, colours, foils, formal and wedding styling as well as waxing, and is a stockist of Keune and Eleven.

For more information, call into Shop 634c Wyndham Street, Shepparton or phone 5822 4403.

Want to get a bigger bite out of life?

POSITIVE affirmations, visualisation exercises, and learning how to uncover your values are all part of the step-by-step coaching system that is guaranteed to ‘change your life’ when you attend Hayley James’ free evening Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Personal Development Seminars, coming to Shepparton June 1, 8, 25 and 22, 2016.

The principles taught throughout the seminars are designed to help participants reach their full potential and true purpose and uncover the secrets to attaining and manifesting abundance, prosperity and success in all aspects of their life.

Since attending a seminar herself, where George Faddoul (celebrity speaker and master NLP trainer) presented, she has created a business and life around helping people find purpose, shift their mindset and behaviours by teaching the tools and strategies needed for them to expand their skills and self-awareness enabling them to grow and develop personally and professionally.

A significant part of this journey began when Hayley was given the opportunity to collaborate with her mentor George, and co-author in the writing of a special edition of the best-selling book “How To Get A Bigger Bite Out Of Life?” and to be recognised and qualified to train and speak on “How to Get A Bigger Bite Of Life” Coaching System.

Hayley says, “With an open-mind and

CHANGE YOUR LIFE… Magnetic Skills Training and Seminars founder, Hayley James.

Photo: Supplied.

willingness to learn, those who participate in these seminars will experience how easily a simple process can end fears and self-sabotage patterns that you’ve been holding on to for years. A handful of easy communication techniques can help you have better relationships with family, friends and colleagues. A change in your limiting beliefs can help further your career and boost your income and solve inner conflict can alleviate any feelings of being ‘stuck’ for good.”

For more information or to book to attend Hayley’s free evening “NLP” Personal Development Seminars, contact Hayley James on 0424 242 864 or visit www. facebook.com/magneticskillstraining

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Summer enters election race Why are you standing in the election?

I ’m st a nd i ng because voters are sick of the rubbish in party politics. This country has been neglected by party politicians who only strive to Fern Summer, win the next election.

Independent Party Murray needs a strong Independent voice who can work to achieve results every year, not just election year. We must elect a Statesman with a long term vision for Murray, so we no longer lag behind other regional cities like Bendigo, Ballarat and Geelong.

What are your core values?

My core values are fairness and equity.

It’s not fair and equitable that politicians receive generous life-long pensions, while the rest of us may work until we’re 70. It’s not fair and equitable for people with chronic illness to pay a GP co-payment or $5 more per medical subscription. It’s not fair and equitable that regional youth may be locked out of university due to re-regulated fees.

Fair funding would drive us forward, but instead we’ve become one of the most disadvantaged regions in Victoria.

What do you see as the most important aspects of the Goulburn Valley?

O u r I nd igenou s c u lt u re , n at u ra l waterways, heritage, youth, climate, prime agricultural land, diversity, community passion, university precinct and industry, to name a few.

If elected, what would you do to work towards ensuring this region receives the attention and funding that has been lacking over the past 20 years?

As a councillor, I’m willing to stand up and fight for the community, even when I’m the only dissenting voice. With your vote, we will raise our collective voice and relentlessly pursue your concerns on a national stage.

Importantly, I will gather data to fact-check political ‘spin’ and address the serious flowon effect of political neglect.

What would your primary focuses be?

Stamp out corruption: We need a Royal Commission on corporations and politicians, not unions. I would introduce legislation that bans political donations from corporations and targets tax evasion from the top-down.

A three step plan to secure Murray’s future as the primary food producing region in Australia: Corp Act review: The major parties have been very vocal on the plight of our dairy farmers and quick to announce funding for financial advice and mental health services. This should be commended, but it doesn’t prevent the problem happening again.

Parity pricing: As we’ve seen with SPC, our automotive industry and now milk, Australians don’t mind paying a bit extra when it supports Australian industry. Parity pricing guarantees a level of income equal to the cost of production. The banks collect less interest in loans, but the future of Australian production will be secured, which means real

jobs and innovation.

Control foreign investment: We have a multi-billion dollar irrigation system and a $300B dollar opportunity in the Asian food market, which is constantly played down by federal and state MPs. Regional drivers: Digi: The internet has made our world smaller and more competitive. Despite the substandard NBN roll-out, I believe the Murray electorate could be Australia’s digital powerhouse.

Renewables: The Sustainability Fund (SV) is where our landfill levy goes. Right now it is arguably propping up Australia’s AAA credit rating, when it should be unlocked for the purpose it was made.

Fast rail: As a former candidate for the Bullet Train for Australia Party, I will ensure the Prime Minister keeps his promise to keep Shepparton on the preferred fast train route and investigate ways to deliver this project sooner, rather than in 20 years time.

How well do you know the region and the issues facing the wider community?

I know this community intimately. I moved here from Benalla at age 14 and graduated year 12 at Goulburn Valley Grammar School.

I was married here, my children were born here and I care about their future here.

I’ve been a nurse at GV Health for seven years after graduating at Deakin University and was elected as Councillor for Greater Shepparton in 2012. Since then I’ve been Deputy Mayor for two consecutive years and sit on many local committees.

I know this region and its people. I know we are compassionate and resilient in the face of adversity. I know we are generous to a fault. I know we ‘call a spade a spade’ and are fed up with decades of being ignored by political parties. The drought is over, our dollar is stable, and the economy is sound politicians are out of excuses. With your vote, we can send a message to Canberra and get our fair share.

Why should the community vote for you and your party?

Voting for an Independent is not throwing away your vote. We’ve seen Independent State MP Suzanna Sheed secure another train service and $168.5M in badly needed hospital funding. This is arguably more than some long-standing members achieve in decades. Beware of candidates who say they’ll challenge party policy – they may have good intentions, but their party endorsement won’t last long. Our elected member must have freedom to work up and down the chain of government without fear or favour of party politics.

What are your thoughts on Sharman Stone’s performance over the years?

Sha r m a n Stone’s na me has b e en synonymous with Murray for 20 years and she will always be remembered as a great role model. I admire her detailed critique of the MDIS and it must have been frustrating when her government refused her request to offer SPC a support package. However, Murray’s issues reach further than just agriculture.

The Goulburn Valley is more than a small collection of farming towns that can be ignored.

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New professional to target sports injury trigger points SHEPPARTON Chiropractic Centre has long been recognised for their highly experienced and skilled team of professionals who work with the latest techniques to alleviate pain and restore functional movement to clients from across the Goulburn Valley. Now the team at Shepparton Chiropractic Centre are excited to announce the services of their newest professional, myotherapist, Luke Attwell.

Proprietor of Shepparton Chiropractic Centre, Dr Graeme Sinclair said, “We’re thrilled to welcome Luke to the Shepparton Chiropractic team. With more than 25 years’ experience in the health management industry as a myotherapist. Luke possesses an inherent passion to improve the health and wellbeing of people and reduce the affects a poor lifestyle can have on the individual by addressing all of your musculoskeletal needs.

“Luke has enjoyed a unique insight into the elite sporting arena across his career and has an intricate understanding of the effects and treatment of the impact of sports related injuries.

HIGHLY SKILLED TEAM OF PROFESSIONALS… From left, Shepparton Chiropractic Centre proprietor, Dr Graeme Sinclair, myotherapist, Luke Attwell and chiropractor, Christie Mallett. Photo: Emma Hillier.

“To date, Luke has worked as part of the Socceroos medical team since 2005, attending three World Cups and currently continuing his role as part of the 2018 Russian campaign. In addition, Luke also worked with the Australian Rowing Team from 1991 to 2004 including the 1996 and 2000 Olympic Games and he worked with the North Melbourne Football Club from

1992 to 1996.

“We feel very privileged to welcome Luke to the team and look forward to providing his expertise to the greater Shepparton community.”

For more information or to see how Luke Attwell can help you, contact Shepparton Chiropractic Centre at 8 Welsford Street, Shepparton or phone 5831 7399.

Get crafty at the Spotlight knitting party TO celebrate World Wide Knit in Public Day, Spotlight Shepparton will be hosting a knitting party! Local families are invited to get cosy and explore their creative side at Spotlight Shepparton on Saturday, June 11,

from 11am to 3pm.

Local residents are invited to attend free educational workshops and learn to knit sessions. Plus there will be heaps of activities for the kids!

K nit tng has long been known for its health benefits for old and young, including increased concentration, hand eye coordination and fine motor skills so it is never too early or too late to learn.

On the day, Spotlight will be offering customers a massive 40 percent off all yarn and anyone who attends the party will have

the chance to win a yarn and accessories pack to the value of $100.

Spotlight store manager, Tania Durston said, “We are so excited to be hosting this knitting party and getting creative with the local community! We can’t wait for everyone to get down here on June 11 and celebrate World Wide Knit in Public Day with us!”

For more i n for m at ion ab out t he Spot l ig ht K n it t i ng Pa r t y, c a l l i nto Spotlight Shepparton at 175 Benalla Road, Shepparton or phone 5821 7799.

UNLEASH YOUR CREATIVE SIDE… From left, Spotlight store manager, Tania Durston, craft department team leader, De Gribble and team member and knitting club leader, Helen Russell.

Photo: Emma Hillier.

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Students breathe sigh of relief continued from front page PARTNERS in Training in Shepparton were one of the organisations who lost some of their students and in January, wrote a letter to the Minister for Education and then took the issue to outgoing Federal Member for Murray, Dr Sharman Stone in March, who lobbied on the organisation’s behalf to have the cap lifted. The news came last week that they were successful in their lobbying attempts, and the restrictions were lifted from students at Partners in Training.

Partners in Training director, Dot Spain said, “The VET Fee Help package provides an opportunity for students to obtain a deferred payment plan, and we applied to gain access to it because of the positive impact it would have on our students and to help try and address the regional skill shortage in nursing.

“At the time of the capping, we had nursing students who were halfway through their program who were then asked to pay the next year of fees, which left them at a disadvantage. We actually lost some of our students because of the capping.

“After our success, not only was the cap lifted, but we were lucky to also have our quota doubled, meaning we can do more for students.

“This is a great thing for us and for our local community because now we can offer the assistance to locals once again and help to address the skill shortages.

“It just goes to show that little people can make a difference. We were really pleased that the government took our case up.”

First year nursing student, Samirah said, “I’m a single mum, so the VET Fee Help means everything to me and continuing in the nursing course for me would have been

impossible without it.

“I was going to pull out because I had no choice, so to receive the news that the capping was lifted was a big relief. Having the help back is life changing.

“The VET Fee Help eases the pressure of incurred costs associated with the nursing course including for materials, uniform for placements, accommodation for placements, travel costs, covering time taken off work during placement and to cover immunisations and police checks.

“You get into nursing because it is a passion and a career, so it is not something you want to throw away.”

Spacious luxury for the discerning downsizer!

STEP into your brand new home! Lifestyle Shepparton’s new home design, the Fitzroy, is filled with character but retains the practical touches that make daily life that extra bit easier.

Walk into a swish open plan living area featuring a spacious lounge, private study and dining area.

Stunning stone benchtops and brand new stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher, make the kitchen in the Fitzroy perfect for entertaining. The spacious island bench offers plenty of preparation space and a great spot to enjoy a glass of wine while dinner is underway.

A standout feature of this home is the private alfresco zone nestled into the home’s interior.

When it is time to wind down after a busy day enjoy the Fitzroy’s master and guest bedrooms located at the rear of the house, ensuring privacy and security. The home features a separate laundry, and bathroom with stone benchtops, double vanity basins and a semi-frameless shower screen.

If you feel like socialising, you can walk over to Lifestyle Shepparton’s multi-million dollar homeowners’ clubhouse and enjoy the resort facilities such as private cinema,

THE FITZROY UNVEILED… Call in and inspect the lifestyle on display at Lifestyle Shepparton.

Photo: Emma Hillier.

swimming pool, bowling green and tennis court. A new Aqua Club with outdoor pool is due to open by October.

Every home at Lifestyle Shepparton includes landscaping to the front and rear yard, Colorbond™ garden shed, clothesline and TV aerial.

The Fitzroy starts from $255,950 and is on display at Lifestyle Shepparton, 65 Channel Road, Shepparton. For more information on downsizing to a bigger life, contact Mitch on 5831 1133 and organise a private tour.

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Sushi taste sensation opens at Shepparton Marketplace SHEPPARTON welcomed their newest taste sensation recently, with the inclusion of the brand new Japanese restaurant, KYO Sushi at the Shepparton Marketplace.

KYO Sushi is the pilot store for what director and head chef, Jay Chang hopes will become a franchise opportunity in the future.

Jay has worked in the Japanese cuisine industry for the past 11 years managing stores in inner Sydney after completing his training under a well known Japanese chef based in Sydney.

It was a chance meeting with the centre manager from the Shepparton Marketplace which brought about the opportunity for the new store. Jay and his partner visited Shepparton and liked what they saw, so the decision was made.

Jay said, “Shepparton is the ideal base for our store concept and the Shepparton Marketplace is the perfect fit for what we were looking for.

THE NEWEST SUSHI DELIGHT… From left, Esther Ryu, Kyo Sushi owner Jay Chang, cashier, Jessie Wei and sushi roll maker, Joong Kim. Photo: Emma Hillier.

“We’ve localised the menu items with names that people from the area can relate to and we carefully selected the menu based on all of the most popular cuisines from the Sydney stores where we previously worked.

“We’ve had a really good response from the public so far, people seem very excited to enjoy a traditional authentic Japanese menu experience.”

KYO Sushi has a delicious range of donburi including favourite dish katsu don as well as noodles, ramen, bento boxes cup bab curry, a huge range of sushi varieties, assorted tempura as well as pre-order party platters made to order.

To taste their delicious range for yourself, call in to KYO Sushi at Shop 38A, 110 Benalla Road, Shepparton.

Save on fishing and hunting with Trelly’s EOFY sale WITH the end of financial year (EOFY) closing in fast, Trelly’s Fishing and Hunting World is slashing prices across the entire store for three big days only during the massive stocktake sale.

Running from Thursday, June 9 to Saturday, June 11, there will be big savings to catch with discounts on fishing rods, reels, hunting gear, winter clothing, tackle and lures, with unmissable deals on brands including Shimano, Daiwa, Codger, Stump Jumper, Kulkyne, Darche and Bassman.

Trelly’s Tackle World proprietor, Steve Threlfall said, “On the approach to the end of financial year we can help you catch a great deal. Come in store, enjoy some savings and speak to our friendly knowledgeable staff. We’ll get you the right tackle and gear first up to help you catch more fish, or get you fitted out with all the best hunting gear.

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HUNTING FOR A GOOD PRICE… From left (back), Trelly’s Fishing and Hunting World pro staffers, Justin Williams, Nick Hillman, Graeme Gurnett, Ross Threlfall and Andie McLeod. (Front), proprietor, Steve Threlfall. Photo: Emma Hillier.

To stock-up on all the top fishing, hunting and camping gear for a great EOFY sale price, call in to Trelly’s Fishing

and Hunting World at 209 Corio Street, Shepparton or phone 5821 6572.

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Agreement not accepted continued from front page “There is the very real danger that the union, representing two percent of the CFA workforce, will have control and the 97 percent of CFA who are volunteers will have no say at all.

“This dispute has reached a point where I must demand that the voice of the 60,000 volunteers from the 1,200 CFA brigades

from every community across the state of Victoria needs to be heard.

“We cannot allow any decision that will reduce the ability of CFA to function into the future in the most fire prone part of the world.”

Member for Northern Victoria, Wendy Lovell said, “Daniel Andrews’ ideological support of the ‘hardline’ UFU is a direct attack on CFA volunteers.

“The premier’s unshakable support of the UFU ahead of the volunteers, and his unrelenting push for the UFU to control the CFA, puts at risk the future of the CFA. “If the premier’s plan is to go ahead, he will have to sack both the CFA board and his own emergency services minister, unless she bends under pressure and backflips to please the premier and his union mates.”

Managing your investment A PASSION FOR LONGEVITY AND INVESTMENTS… From left, Professionals property managers, Stephanie Freudenstein and Jodie Garner are passionate about not only helping get you into a house but also protecting the longevity of the property for future returns and investments. Photo: Emma Hillier.

THE trusted local property management team at Professionals Shepparton are continuing to receive accolades for their achievements having recently been awarded ‘Top Property Management Grow th %’ across Victoria. The team, headed by experienced professionals, Jodie Garner and Stephanie Freudenstein are passionate about the property portfolios they manage and directors Mark McNamara, Bruce Thompson and Mark Reister all agree that this is the secret to their success.

Mark McNamara said, “Jodie and Stephanie’s strengths combined make them quite a formidable team within the industry and they are doing an exceptional job, which is proven by this award and the increased numbers they’re achieving.

“Property management is really the strength of our business and it’s vitally important to have a team which can balance both the needs of investors and tenants alike

to continue this upward trend.

“Shepparton is growing and we’re always looking for new properties to manage to meet the high demand across the region.

Stephanie Freudenstein added, “We’re passionate about what we do. It’s not just about putting someone in a house, it’s about protecting the longevity of the property for future returns on investment.

“In the same respect, we also act on the tenant’s behalf to ensure that they are ideally matched to the right property for their needs.

This allows them to happily enjoy a home that fits both their financial and lifestyle requirements.

“By working closely with both parties nothing is left to chance. That’s the difference between ‘managing properties’ as opposed to just collecting rent.”

For all your property management needs contact the Professionals, 251 Wyndham Street, Shepparton or phone 5822 2235.

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wi t h Geoff Vallance

America Sailing to

Clockwise from top left: COLOURFUL AND AMAZING… The coral reefs attract colourful fish to amaze snorkelers; although this one was in an aquarium.

SMOOTH SAILING… Our ship the Explorer of the Seas, with almost 4,000 passengers, handles any sea conditions with ease. MYSTERIOUS STOP… Mystery Island has become a stop off point for cruise ships. Originally uninhabited but now when a ship comes in, islanders bring their wears from nearby islands to sell. EXPLORING THE DEPTHS… It’s all happening below the water as visitors dive on the reef or just explore what’s below.

WE have just left the dock in Sydney Harbour and as we leave the bridge and iconic Opera House behind, we begin a cruise that will take 24 days to reach our final destination.

This type of cruise is called a relocation cruise, which is when a ship finishes its summer cruising in one continent and then sails for the summer season in another.

Because you can spend a week or more at sea and not everyone wants to do that, usually the cost is considerably cheaper and sometimes up to half price.

So, if you love cruising and don’t mind lots of sea days then this is the way to go. As we clear the Sydney Heads a big sea awaits us, six metre waves, it could be a very rocky ride but our ship Royal Caribbean’s Explorer of the Seas takes it in her stride.

Yes, we find it difficult to walk a straight line as we move about, but I think the sheer size and length of this ship takes the worst out of the experience.

We have two days at sea before we arrive at the first of our ports in the South Pacific.

There seems to be lots to do each day with a full program of activities or you can just laze around the pool, read a book or eat. Yes, eating seems to be one of the main attractions on a cruise ship, and Explorer of the Seas’ is no exception. There are a host of dining options to cater for the 3,400 passengers on board.

Our first port of call is Noumea, known as

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‘Little France.’ Noumea is the capital of French New Caledonia. It has the largest lagoon in the world and the second largest coral reef, with great restaurants, incredible cuisine and French wine. It has a lot to offer and if you are into shopping, well it’s all here.

Noumea offers great water sports from wind-surfing to sailing. Its crystal clear waters beckon the visitors to come in and enjoy a wide range of activities, The strong Melanesian influence is evident both in the cuisine and architecture.

After a full day of activities, it’s back to our cruise-ship and we sail overnight to our next destination.

They call it Mystery Island. It’s part of the Vanuatu Archipelago that forms about 80 islands with about one third uninhabited.

And so Mystery Island remained in the uninhabited group but it always seemed so inviting with its swaying palm trees, white sandy beaches, calm blue waters and reef. It just offered so much so it wasn’t long before cruise ships came here and would anchor off and use their tenders for passengers to experience the solitude. Soon nearby islanders saw the possibility, so now each time a cruise ship arrives, so do the islanders that ply their trade of selling you handcrafted wear or maybe a tour of the lagoon and reef.

But I must admit, it’s a much laid back sell from the stallholders and a very pleasant experience to swim and snorkel its lagoon.

Now back on board, it’s time to pull anchor and head for the capital, Vila.

Until next time, Safe Travel’n, Geoff Vallance

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Home Care and Repair LOCAL home maintenance specialist, Craig Stevens from Home Care and Repair is helping locals get back that all important leisure or family time by carrying out all of your around the home maintenance and repair jobs, which often take up your evenings and weekends.

With over 30 years trade experience, Craig can help with all of your small home maintenance jobs from wall repairs, replacing doors, door handles, furniture assembly, towel rail replacement, shower screens, tap washers, pet door installation, deck re-seals right through to fence repairs and gate installations.

Craig said, “In short we can take care of all of your small maintenance and repair jobs, which might ordinarily be difficult to acquire a trades person to come and take care

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FREE UP YOUR TIME… Home Care and Repair home handyman, Craig Stevens.

Photo: Emma Hillier.

of. Which in turn, frees up your time to do the things you enjoy doing.”

Home Care and Repair are an experienced and professional service, all work is fully insured. For more information, contact Craig Stevens on 0427 316 208 or visit www. homecareandrepair.com.au

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Women’s footy team weekend success SHEPP Notre held off a determined Mooroopna in the youth girls’ football game and Melton Centrals were a little bit too strong for Shepparton in the women’s game at the weekend, with both matches aimed at promoting and profiling female participation in local football.

At the completion of the youth girls’ game, Independent Member for Shepparton District, Suzanna Sheed and AFL Victoria Female Football manager, Darren Flanigan officially launched the Shepparton Bears as the region’s first women’s team.

Darren Flanigan welcomed the new team into the Victorian Women’s Football League.

“It’s an exciting time for female football and participation across

is growing massively with 200 new teams in the past three years.

“The AFL’s national competition will also commence next year which will see the profile further increased and a genuine elite talent pathway put in place.

“It’s fantastic to have a women’s team in the Goulburn Murray and congratulations to the Shepparton Bears for embracing the team and getting it up and going.

“The next step will be to establish a regional North East competition to minimise player travel and we will work to see this come to life over the next couple of years.”

AFL Goulburn Murray region general manager, Martin Gleeson said, “We had a good crowd in attendance for the game, despite

the wet weather.

“It was a great celebration of female participation in Aussie Rules and we are planning other female teams from across the region into the future.”

WOMEN TAKE TO THE FOOTY GROUNDS… Independent Member for Shepparton District, Suzanna Sheed with the senior women’s football players from Melton Centrals and Shepparton at the weekend, where the youth girls’ football match and the match between Melton Centrals and Shepparton were played to promote and profile female participation in local football.

Photo: Supplied.

Catalina’s pinup success in Vegas Big V Origin

By David Lee AFTER her success in competing in the Melbourne final of the Stealth Photography Pinup Pageant, local resident, Nicole Dawson (Catalina McCaw) took flight to Las Vegas and graced the stage at the worlds largest pinup and rockabilly festival, The Viva Las Vegas Festival, where she placed second, runner up.

More than 250 pinups, both professional and amateur, had entered from across the world, each campaigning for a place at the esteemed festival, but through the amount of sheer support behind her, Catalina was one of only 12 girls chosen to compete.

As a means of building her confidence and helping to deal with the trauma of the loss of her husband, Athan, in 2014, Catalina began her pinup journey with one main goal in mind, to break down some of the stigmas associated with trauma, grief and loss. This goal led her to begin ‘Grieving the Loss of Somebody Special’ (GLOSS), to offer help for younger people suffering from road trauma, depression and anxiety.

Catalina said, “I was pretty nervous initially, but then I collected my thoughts and decided that I was a ‘pinup on a mission.’ I wanted to spread the message of GLOSS and what better platform to do so than on stage in front of 25,000 people?

“Miss Viva Las Vegas, is not your average pageant, the judges select from a worldwide pool and are looking for a pinup that can hold herself in a crowd, who can reach out to people and above all someone who shines from the inside, and on top of all that we had to be authentic, vintage and on point all the time.

“When the voting had finally closed for the selection process it was around 3am AEST and I was asleep. I woke up to an email that swore me to secrecy and confirmed my place in the contest.

I was going to Las Vegas! It was surreal.

“I was one of three Australians who were selected and would actually be competing with two American pinups that I had been in pageants with before, so that was exciting.

“I knew I had only a couple of minutes on stage to get my point across and I still had to pose and smile like a beauty queen! I was pretty relaxed when I thought it through. Pinups represented strength and resilience in the very worst of situations (originating in WWII) and I

A PROUD MOMENT… Local resident, Nicole Dawson (Catalina McCaw) was lucky enough to make it into the worlds largest pinup and rockabilly festival, The Viva Las Vegas Festival, where she placed second, runner up. Photo: Supplied.

thought that was my inspiration.

“So many Australians have been touched by road trauma and it is a time when strength and resilience is needed. I decided to use my time on stage to speak out about road trauma and to do my best to make sure that people know there is help out there.

“When I arrived in Las Vegas I started posting pictures of myself and my ‘mascot,’ a pretty blinged up macaw parrot that I had created with feathers and rhinestones. It was my direct tribute to Athan McCaw, and I was so pleased that his friends appreciated the gesture and we had a laugh and cry together.

The actual contest was during the main car show day and the event itself was huge. I had never seen so many hotrods, pinups and rockabilly people in one location.

“So many people were touched by my story and shared their very personal stories with me.

I felt like I was representing many people on that stage. We had to ask people to vote for us and I found that very confronting.

“Not only was I here for different reasons I was also the first ever ‘plus size’ pinup model to make the cut to Viva! I started to feel the pressure. We were given our cast numbers and I thanked the universe that I was not the first girl out.

“I was asked a random question along the lines of what does pinup mean to me?

“I was so excited. I was able to speak about the strength I had gained from the pinup community and the group, GLOSS that I had started to help other people going through similar situations. I

took the microphone I shared my story and at the last minute I saluted the crowd and said ‘this one is for Athan.’

“The cheer was so loud that I was overcome and even the judges commented on the huge amount of crowd support that I had. Not bad for an Aussie girl from a small town on the international stage.

“After all the girls had performed the judges had to deliberate, we were taken back stage and as it was a huge arena outside. I felt that I had actually done my best; I represented Athan, spoke about GLOSS and I didn’t fall over. Pretty successful I thought.

“As we waited, the judges and host went back on stage and worked the crowd up into a slight frenzy. They started awarding the minor awards.

Best Hair, Best Make-up and Best Wardrobe.

“I have to admit, I was kind of glad that I didn’t hear my name but that meant that there were just three places left.

“I knew first place would go to the gorgeous ‘Pinup Lil Bit.’ It was her fifth year competing, and she had tried so hard and truly deserved it. I stood and waited.

As the crowd started cheering I was nudged by a beautiful American pinup, Miss Hope Boston.

She said ‘Catalina! That’s you!!! They’ve called your name!’

“I had placed! I was so in the moment that I didn’t even realise that they had called my name.

I had placed as second, runner up in the most prestigious pinup pageant on Earth!

“I actually could not believe it and as I stood on stage holding a trophy that was massive I started to cry. I felt that I had done myself proud.

I felt that I had won a little piece of myself back.

This contest had given me so much to aspire to and I hoped that I had given somebody out there a little ray of light.

“As I look back now, I think that my favourite moment was when I held the parrot aloft and celebrated with 25,000 new friends in the crowd.

I had come a long way indeed.

“Walking away with a win feels surreal. I still look at my trophy, which had to be dismantled to fly it back home, and think wow I actually did that.

“I’d like to thank all the ladies who competed, the sponsors, judges and Miss Rockwell for organising the pageant.”

All Star basketball hits Greater Shepparton

A HUGE local economic injection is expected to be made over the June long weekend, when basketball’s Origin All Star Country versus City Series returns to Greater Shepparton.

The Shepparton Sports Stadium will host the matches on Saturday, June 11, which will feature both a men’s and women’s game along with plenty of entertainment before and during the games.

Greater Shepparton City Council Mayor, Cr Dinny Adem said, “This event further enhances our reputation as the venue of choice for major basketball events following on from the recent Basketball Victoria Country U14 Championships and annual junior tournament each year in December. “ We a re a lso g ratef u l for t he opportunity to showcase what our city has to offer and further enhance our reputation as the regional sporting and events capital of Australia.

“Greater Sheppa r ton recently held the Victorian Country Under 14 Championships, which saw 640 par ticipants, family members and s upp or t e r s c onve r g e on G r e at e r Shepparton and inject $2.2M into the local economy.”

G re at er S heppa r ton B a ske tba l l Association manager, Tony Long said, “It’s a huge honour to be given this opportunity and we are urging all basketball fans to get along to watch some of the game’s most talented players.”

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.bigv.com.au

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ENTER THE 2016 VIATEK & ADVISER FOOTY TIPPING AND YOU COULD WIN $100 OR MORE TO SPEND AT ANY OF THESE BUSINESSES See entry form at the bottom of this page or enter online at sheppadviser.com.au/footy-tipping

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ROUND 11 WINNER: EMMA BLACKNEY Football Followers have the chance to WIN BIG during the 2016 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 2016, 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 household is permitted. The judge’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

Football Adviser

Wednesday 8th June, 2016

GVFL Seniors Results Round 8 Benalla (88) ....................def .........Mooroopna (42) Rochester (64) ..............def .................Seymour (40) Kyabram (142) ..............def ...... Shepp Swans (47) Euroa (71) ........................def ................... Echuca (43) Tatura (56) .......................def ...............Mansfield (36)

GVNL A Grade Results Round 8 Mansfield (32) ...............def .......................Tatura (13) Seymour (43) .................def ..............Rochester (26) Euroa (41) ........................def ................... Echuca (37) Kyabram (34) ................def ...... Shepp Swans (19)

with Matthew Chilcott

Goulburn Valley Football Netball League

Weather for football

Adviser Footy Tipsters

MATT CHILCOTT (38) Kyabram Seymour Rochester Shepparton Swans Benalla

DINNY ADEM (31) Kyabram Mansfield Rochester Shepparton Swans Benalla

HAYDEN BEST (36) Kyabram Seymour Rochester Shepparton Swans Benalla

DAVID FOX (40) Kyabram Mansfield Rochester Shepparton Swans Benalla

JACQUI HUDGSON (38) Kyabram Seymour Rochester Shepparton Swans Benalla

KYLE POWER (36) Kyabram Seymour Rochester Shepparton Swans Benalla

SUZANNA SHEED (39) Kyabram Seymour Rochester Shepparton Swans Benalla

JOHN RYAN (39) Kyabram Seymour Rochester Shepparton Swans Benalla

DARRYL TWITT (31) Kyabram Mansfield Rochester Shepparton Swans Echuca

PHANTOM (10) Shepparton Mansfield Shepparton united Euroa Echuca

GVFL & GVNL Round 9 Saturday, June 11 Shepparton....................v ......................... Kyabram Mansfield .........................v ...........................Seymour Rochester ........................v ............... Shepp United Shepp Swans ................v ................................. Euroa Echuca .............................v ............................. Benalla

2016 Ladder GVFL Seniors 2016 Ladder Kyabram ..............................................32 Rochester .............................................28 Benalla..................................................24 Shepparton Swans ..............................20 Euroa .....................................................16 Seymour ...............................................16 Echuca ..................................................12 Shepparton ..........................................12 Shepparton United..............................12 Tatura.....................................................12 Mansfield...............................................12 Mooroopna ............................................0

GVNL A Grade 2016 Ladder Kyabram ..............................................32 Shepparton ..........................................24 Echuca .................................................24 Euroa .....................................................24 Mooroopna ..........................................22 Seymour ...............................................20 Shepparton Swans ..............................20 Benalla ..................................................14 Rochester..............................................12 Mansfield.................................................4 Shepparton United................................0 Tatura.......................................................0

ENDURING ALL CONDITIONS… Australian rules football players endure all kinds of weather conditions, just like Seymour’s Jordan Hockley. Photo: Bailey Opie Photography.

ONE of the great things about Australian rules football, is that it is played in rain, hail or shine and wind and it never gets called off due to the weather. Well almost never.

No matter where you are in Australia you will have to contend with different conditions as a footballer, from Hobart in July, Darwin in January or Perth in September.

The elements play a key role in the way players of any size can be suited to a hot, dry day or one of those cold, drizzly days that some players thrive in.

It begs the question we often hear of whether wet weather days bring better players and teams back to the pack.

There are two sides to this argument, with one being the wet weather allowing the bottom teams to get closer to the top teams due to scoring being more difficult and the other side of the argument being that the better ball handlers widen the gap against the weaker teams that are not as sure with ball handling and kicking.

It really comes back to the make up of the teams involved that normally has the biggest bearing on the result in the middle of winter. While the big fellas are more suited to dry conditions it is the right mix at the selection table that can catapult sides up the ladder.

One thing is for certain now that the days of the sprinklers being left on overnight at Moorabbin are gone and the AFL sides play on carpet at the MCG and under the roof at Etihad, the tough as guts, in and under mud lark will always have a spot in the centre square in country football in the winter time.

Pardon the pun, but football gives every type of player the chance to play to their strengths due to the fact we play in all sorts of conditions on all sorts of surfaces.

The silky skilled midfielders and high marking forwards when the sun’s out and the tough inside midfielders and dour defenders when it’s wet, all have their chance to perform at their best.

So in answer to the question, all we know is that football in the wet winter months is a different style of game.

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