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COMMUNITY CONNECT | page 6 Adviser Classifieds | pages 21-23 FREE 7 Day TV Guide | page 24 Viatek Footy Tipping | page 26 Local BMX victory | page 25

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Loyal shopper wins a cool

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Budget success finally arrives

grand prize SHE ONLY put in two entries, both of them at Finer Fruit in Shepparton, but that was all that was needed for Kialla Lakes resident, Margaret Opie to be drawn as the 2017 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway grand prize winner, and has walked away with a $5,000 GMCU debit card and a $5,000 holiday voucher to be used at Lyn McNaught Travel. Continued on page 12

SHEPPARTON TO RECEIVE OVER $50M… From left, Member for Shepparton District, Suzanna Sheed and Minister for Public Transport, Jacinta Allen are pleased with the state budget announcement, which will see Shepparton receive more than $50M to fund various projects including rail upgrades and the Shepparton Bypass. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Rail and bypass the big-ticket item wins

By David Lee FOLLOWING many years of being overlooked, Shepparton can finally take some positive steps forward, with over $50M dollars in

funding to be given to the city for rail, the Shepparton Bypass, local schools and projects, to name a few items that were announced as Continued on page 10 part of the state budget last week.

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NEW SERVICES LAUNCHED… From left, Member for Murray, Damian Drum and Villa Maria Catholic Homes community services, Jo-Anne Petersen at the announcement of three new programs being released by Villa Maria Catholic Homes last week.

Photo: David Lee.

Aged health care boost for region

By David Lee VILLA Maria Catholic Homes (VMCH) has launched three new programmes to boost health and aged care services in the Hume region.

VMCH, in conjunction with Cabrini Health, were successful in securing six Short-Term Restorative Care places in the recent Commonwealth Government the 2016-2017 Aged Care Approvals Round.

T he V MC H a nd C abr i n i H e a lt h partnership is also launching a Dementia Consultancy and Management Service for the Hume region, which will extend the existing programme already offered

by VMCH to ensure people have access to specialist medical consultations and dementia specialist allied health services.

A new, first of its kind in regional Victoria, VMCH Mobile Allied Health Service bus was also launched, which will help to deliver services beyond hospital walls including a range of allied health services such as physiotherapy, occupational t herapy, pod iat r y and massage.

Member for Murray, Damian Drum MP said, “Short-Term Restorative Care (STRC) is a new care type aimed at reversing or slowing ‘functional decline’ in older people with the aim of improving wellbeing.

“Each STRC place is worth an estimated $73,100 per year. Based on this, the six places allocated to Villa Maria Catholic Homes Limited are worth an estimated $438,600 in annual recurrent Australian

Government funding.

“T his program me is aimed at maximising the independence of older people living at home to avoid premature admission into residential care, unnecessary hospitalisations and maximising quality of life.

“To have a mobile unit that provides a range of health services to people throughout the Hume region who have difficulty accessing services is a brilliant initiative taken by VMCH,” Mr Drum said.

VMCH general manager community services, Heather Catherwood said, “These new programs are important for the Hume region as they will help to improve health care options for people and maximise the quality of life for people.”

Murray Goulburn facilities to close HUNDREDS of people are set to lose their jobs following the decision of the closure of the Murray Goulburn Co-operative Co. Limited (MG) Rochester facility as part of a decision made as a result of its asset and footprint review.

Approximately 360 employees are set to be impacted by the closure of MG’s manufacturing facilities at Rochester, Edith Creek and Kiewa, with the Rochester and Kiewa closures to take place in a staged manner beginning in August this year.

As part of the decision, MG will also forgive the Milk Supply Support Package (MSSP), meaning that all future repayments of the MSSP which were to recommence from July 2017, will cease and will also make a payment to continuing and retired suppliers who made MSSP contributions between July and September 2016, and to any suppliers who recommence supplying milk to MG by July 31, 2017.

MG chief executive, Ari Mervis reinforced the importance of these decisive actions.

“At MG we are acutely aware of the impact that our decisions will have on our various stakeholders, including the communities in which we operate. We are committed to ensuring that we provide our affected employees with appropriate levels of support and the recognition that they deserve during this period of transition. MG will support employees by providing access to career transition and redeployment services as well as working with Federal and relevant State Governments to leverage existing programs.

“These have been difficult decisions to make, however they are necessary steps on the journey to ensure the future strength and competitiveness of MG. A strong MG is of fundamental importance to the Australian dairy industry and these decisions are necessary to lay the foundation for the future.”

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CCTV cameras a success in CBD THE introduction of CCTV cameras in 2014 within the Shepparton CBD has positively contributed to a reduction of assaults and behavioural offences.

Since the launch of the Safer City Camera Network (SCCN,) there have been over 400 incidents recorded

by Greater Shepparton Cit y Council (GSCC) monitoring staff up until April 2017.

Looking at comparison data from the first 12

months from the SCCN launch (May 2014 to April 2015) to the last 12 month of incident data (May 2016 – April 2017) GSCC monitoring staff have witnessed a 39 percent drop in the total number of incidents during GSCC active monitoring times.

Safe City Advisory Committee chairman, Cr Les Oroszvary said, “The system has been in place for three years and there are a number of positives that have flowed from its installation.”

“As part of a council conscious of community safety, it is my firm belief that in its intended area of operation it has been very effective as a deterrent and also greatly assisted local police who monitor the system in close co-operation from dedicated and trained council staff,” Cr Oroszvary said.

Shepparton Police, Senior Sergeant Ross Brittain said, “The presence of the cameras is a deterrent to a lot of ‘would be’ troublemakers and criminals. The cameras have been fantastic both as an investigative tool and as a preventative measure. With the high standard of footage available police have evidence of high quality for their investigations.

“This has been evident on a number occasions when investigating serious crime related matters to a minor collision in a car park.” Senior Sargent Brittain said.

SAFER CITY… Shepparton Police, Senior Sergeant Ross Brittain is pleased that the Safer City Camera Network installed across Shepparton’s CBD has contributed to a reduction of assaults and behavioural offences. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

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Supporting women of the Goulburn Valley

EMPOWERING WOMEN… From left, Sofcorp financial planner, Glenn Trickey, Stephen’s Jewellers proprietor, Stephen Shneider, founding director of RedBaloon, Naomi Simson, WOW Women Group founder and CEO, Tracey Sofra, ANZ relationship manager, Jessica Daniel, Fernwood Fitness membership consultant, Shannon Kneebone and Sofra Partners founding director, Terry Sofra at the 2017 WOW Women event on Sunday. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

ORGANISED by WOW Women Group founder and CEO, Tracey Sofra, the 2017 WOW Women event took place on Sunday, May 7 and our local business community has shown their colours in the form of sponsorship that has directly resulted in changing the lives of women locally.

The five main sponsors for this event are Sofcorp Financial Services, ANZ, Stephens Jewellers, Fernwood Fitness and Sofra Partners Chartered Accountants.

Stephens Jewellers business owner, Stephen Schneider said, “As a local business that works with the local community, we see this as an important opportunity to support women of the Goulburn Valley. It is important to us that we are good corporate citizens and we see strengthening the voice of young women as a priority, directly affecting women’s success and happiness in our community.”

Sitting on the panel of local experts, ANZ development relationship manager, Jessica Daniel said, “The main reason we chose to sponsor the WOW Women event is because we see it as imperative to support the empowerment of local women. We see it as incredibly important to support financial literacy, and anything that helps women with their personal and business development is important to us.”

Fernwood Fitness club owner, Danni

Whittaker said, “We choose to be involved because WOW Women’s vision is in line with Fernwood’s vision. It’s all about empowering and inspiring women and I think that’s what Tracey tries to do with this event and the scholarships.”

Sofcorp Financial Services financial planner, Glenn Trickey said, “It’s a wonderful networking and development opportunity for women of the Goulburn Valley to have someone like Naomi Simson in the region as a guest speaker. Wow Women does wonders for young women and that’s something that we want to support as much as possible.”

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.”

Tracey said, “Without the sponsors, this event couldn’t go ahead and the level of support we give to women in our community simply wouldn’t be possible.

I’d like to personally thank all of our sponsors for helping us to make a real difference.”

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EVENTS

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

LETTERS

UPCOMING GOULBURN VALLEY HEALTH AUXILIARY presents The Light Between Oceans at Village Cinemas Shepparton on Sunday, May 21.

Tickets are $20 and are available at Vintage Chic Boutique, Shop 3, Tower Arcade, Maude Street Mall. For further details, phone 0437 843 493.

AUSTRALIA’S BIGGEST MORNING TEA will be hosted by the Shepparton Volunteer Group of Cancer Council Victoria from 10am on Thursday, May 25 in the Anglican Church Hall, Orr Street, Shepparton. Entry is $6 plus raffle. For further information, contact Shirley on 5828 3355.

HANDEL’S MESSIAH will run in December and the group is looking for people to join in the fun of singing. Rehearsals are on Monday evenings from 7pm to 8pm at United Church, 150 Maude Street, Shepparton. For further information, contact Kevin Nichols on 0439 005 999.

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

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

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

SHEPPARTON CHESS CLUB Inc. meet at Shepparton Access, 227 Wyndham Street Shepparton every Saturday at 1pm. Entry only

through back door. New members are welcome.

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

GET ACTIVE SHEPPARTON provides free exercise classes for all ages and levels of fitness every Sunday morning at the hill next to Aquamoves at 8:30am to 9:30am. Contact David on 0419 332 422 or visit the Facebook page “Get Active Shepparton” for more details.

SHEPPARTON TOASTMASTER is a public speaking and leadership development club that builds self-confidence. Meet at Shepparton Access, 227 Wyndham Street, Shepparton on the first and third Tuesday every month. For more information, see http://shepparton. toastmastersclubs.org/ 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)

Letter 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.

SHAME SHAME SHAME Dear Editor, How disgusted I was to hear that one of our councillors posted a highly offensive statement posted on Facebook.

“Does Anzac Day romanticise war?

Fern, have respect for those soldiers that have given their lives and those who are

currently serving our country.

My grandfather was a “Rat of Tobruk” and when he was in the trenches he had no time to be romantic. Anzac Day is a day we should all cherish, honour and give respect to those who saved our country and those who are currently serving our country.

There is nothing romantic about war,

and we should all remember those on Anzac Day. Fern, grow up and be respectful for all those who have and still are fighting for our freedom and think before you post any message.

Yours sincerely, Carl Hainsworth, Shepparton

Calling all small operators in building and construction SMALL business operators in the building and construction industry are vulnerable to b ei ng comprom ised by overdue payments. Many business owners don’t like asking for money owed, but getting paid is all about thinking like a business. It is not enough to just do the work or make the sale, running a business is also about collecting payment.

The Office of the Australian Small Business and Fam ily Enterprise Ombud sm a n (A SB F EO) re c ent ly conduc ted a n i nqu i r y on pay ment times and practices in Australia. Small businesses reported that both late and extended payments were their number one problem.

Greater Shepparton business development officer, Tricia Martinek said, “Getting paid is a huge struggle that many small businesses face and it is very pleasing to see that ASBFEO has called on the Australian Government to legislate to set a maximum payment time for big businesses to pay their small business suppliers. We are offering a short workshop which is relevant to anyone in the building industry that struggles to get paid, can’t seem to get on top of cash flow, loses track of paperwork or feels that they are just not getting what they deserve.”

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BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION BOOM… Shepparton’s court house under construction.

Photo: Alicia Niglia.

identify your cash conversion cycle and use it to help you plan as well as learn to invoice well and improve payment collection times.

Greater Sheppar ton Cit y Cou ncil will host this workshop Thursday, May 18 from 6pm to 8pm at the Greater Shepparton Business Centre, 70 New Dookie Road, Shepparton. Cost is $20 per person. For more information, visit w w w. s h e p p a r t o n b u s i n e s s . c o m . a u / small-business-training

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Give yourself a boost in the right direction

THE FAST AND HEALTHY ALTERNATIVE… From left, Boost Juice business owner, Prem Solanki and team members Abby Benemerito, Abby Claridad, Keylie Rose and Rutvi Patel. Photo: Nicholise Garner.

WE are a nation that is gaining weight despite the arrival of more and more gyms, different diets and health concerns than ever before. Boost Juice is on a mission to make being healthier easier.

Boost Juice business owner, Pravin Solanki said, “Smoothies are a healthy alternative providing antioxidants, fibre, vitamins and minerals and are great when you’re on the go. The healthy fast food! If we can help people eat more fruit and veg by making them taste great, that’s fantastic.

“Product development is a very exciting part of Boost Juice. Putting together different types of fruits, vegetables,

yoghurt, sorbet and many other things to make it taste not just delicious but healthy can be a challenge.

“We are always on the ‘health train’ and looking for new and exciting flavours to create new drinks for our customers. We love to play around with our in- house blenders and all sorts of fruit, and although not all the combinations work we definitely have fun until we get an amazing smoothie that’s nutritious and delicious!”

Take this Adviser article to Boost Juice at the Shepparton Marketplace to receive $2 off any smoothie or crush, valid from May 10 to June 10.

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TRY THIS ON FOR COMFORT… Enjoying the comfort of the Crescent lounge, Focus on Furniture sales assistant, Kelly Forbes, store manager, Michael Suster and sales assistant, Jody Whittaker. Photo: Nicholise Garner.

Broadcasting live from the homemaker centre H I T 96.9 FM will be broadcasting live outdoors at the Homemaker Centre Saturday, May 13 and Sunday, May 14 to promote another one of Focus on Furniture’s fantastic sales. They’ll have a big marque and will be bringing out some lounges for customers to relax on.

Focus on Furniture store manager, Michael Suster said, “Come down to join in the fun with a free sausage sizzle, face painting, balloon making and lollies for the kids, its going to be a great day out for the entire family, not to mention an opportunity to take advantage of our sale prices at one of our biggest sales of the year.

“Customers can explore our new season stock and meet our friendly staff, who have

excellent product knowledge and are very happy to help. Quality, affordability and meeting customer needs are what makes us so successful at Focus on Furniture.”

Focus on Furniture also have some exciting changes coming up in June with the store enjoying a refurbishment, creating a dedicated space for mattresses.

Michael said, “This refurbishment won’t just mean we can offer a bigger range of mattresses, it will also give us the necessary space to expand our range of lounges and that’s great news for everyone.”

Visit Focus on Furniture this Saturday, May 13 and 14 to grab yourself a bargain and have some fun in the process, and remember, finance is available in-store.

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Shepparton’s budget success finally arrives continued from front page

Rail and bypass the big-ticket item wins ONE of the big-ticket items within the budget announcement was the $43.5M investment for works to be undertaken along the Shepparton rail line, which will include the build of new stabling and an extra passing loop to cater for additional rail services to Shepparton from 2020. In the interim two additional weekday coach MEMBER FOR SHEPPARTON DISTRICT,

SUZANNA SHEED

“It’s been a fantastic time for me because we’ve ticked off everything we asked for, which is very rare in a budget.

“While we are starting from a very low base it’s nice to be able to start doing basic stuff on the ground. This is all stuff that has happened in other places long ago and we’re now doing the big catch up, but it is great that we’re finally on the map.”

MEMBER FOR NORTHERN VICTORIA,

WENDY LOVELL

“The community asked for $186M and eight trains a day and that is not what we are getting. The Minister for Transport, Jacinta Allen said once completed there will only be five additional train services.

“As for the bypass, there has been no money allowed for land acquisition, which means that the project cannot move forward. The $10M doesn’t actually get it to the ‘project ready’ stage.”

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services to connect with Seymour will be introduced from the end of January 2018, with timetables determined after community consultation.

As well as funding for rail, $10M will be put toward the long awaited Shepparton Bypass, which will see preliminary works get underway for the 36km first stage of the project.

The Lighthouse Project will also receive an injection of $1M each year for three years to continue improving educational and other outcomes for the region’s youths.

Shepparton will also share in $130M in funding to establish a specialist family MEMBER FOR MURRAY,

DAMIAN DRUM

“My main interest is in the passenger rail space. $180M is going to be needed to fix the tracks so that we can connect to the Velocity system.

“A $43M passing loop for Murchison by 2020 isn’t the investment we were looking for. We need 8-10 Velocity trains a day and not a ‘hotch potch’ of trains and buses.”

COMMITTEE FOR GREATER SHEPPARTON CHIEF EXECUTIVE,

SAM BIRRELL

“Whilst $43M is a significant investment, we hope it’s the start of a staged funding program that leads to a Shepparton rail service comparative to other major regional population centres within 200km of Melbourne.

“Very pleasing to see $10M for the bypass.

Hopefully that will get the project shovel ready and it will send a signal to the government that they now have a role to play in funding the build of this project.”

violence court, with aims to help increase safety and support services for the state.

Funding will also be given to run a business case for a centre for excellence, dubbed the Mu na rra C ent re for Regional Excellence, aimed at improving opportunities for Indigenous youth and expanding sporting facilities.

Ardmona Primary School, Bourchier Street Primary School, Mooroopna Park Primary School, Orrvale Primary School, Nanneella Estate Primary School, Tungamah Primary School and Wunghnu Primary School will also share in $4.7M to go toward upgrading the educational facilities.

GREATER SHEPPARTON CITY COUNCIL MAYOR,

CR DINNY ADEM

“We applaud the state government in investing in these priority infrastructure projects for Greater Shepparton.

“Council, along with our community and project partners have consistently and clearly communicated the need and value of these projects and last week, these efforts paid off.

“There is a healthy mix of funding provided to the Greater Shepparton region in this year’s state budget, from free Wi-Fi, primary school upgrades and introduction of family violence services.”

LIGHTHOUSE PROJECT EXECUTIVE OFFICER,

LISA MCKENZIE

“This is incredibly exciting news. We will now be able to charge ahead with our strategic priorities supporting young people in Greater Shepparton!

“Thank you to the Andrews Government and our wonderful local advocate, Suzanna Sheed.

“Thanks also to our 340 volunteers, 20 business partners and early funders Fairley Foundation, Equity Trustees and Perpetual Trustees - for helping us to create a powerful movement for change.”

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Lyn McNaught’s favourite travel destinations AFRICA- SO MANY ‘WOW’ MOMENTS… Some baby elephants pictured walking alongside their mum. Photo: Lyn McNaught.

THE INCREDIBLE ANTARCTIC… This photo was taken from the Zodiac. Photo: Lyn McNaught.

The Antarctic

By Lyn McNaught THE Antarctic is the top of my list – it is an absolute privilege to travel to this amazing place where nature is at its most exquisite. To sit silently amongst the penguins and just observe their world, to hear the ice crackle and pop, to observe the sheer beauty of the glaciers, the mountains of ice, the giant icebergs of all different shapes, be amazed at the bird life, to see a whale frolic in front of your Zodiac urging you to say hello, you just cannot imagine

all the different shades of blue that you see in the ice, to watch fur seals chase each other, giant elephant seals that weigh up to four tonnes, fighting for space on the beach with king penguin chicks running around looking for their parents, to feel and be part of nature is indeed a privilege and a pleasure.

Even after 10 trips it still feels like magic and every voyage is such a special experience, so very different to the one before, can’t wait to go back.

Africa

By Lyn McNaught ALONG with me you can form a great love affair with Africa, multiple stamps in my passport attest to this. Places like Chobe where I saw my first Leopard, a gyrocopter flight over Victoria Falls, staying at Elephant Bedroom in Samburu where elephants roam freely, sometimes stopping by your tent to munch on the vegetation, visiting a Masai Village and dancing with the Masai, watching baby elephants play like naughty children in Amboseli, the magic of Kilimanjaro, sitting a few feet from a giant silverback gorilla or watching a mother preen her baby in Uganda.

Having a lioness bring her cub up to

your vehicle to show you her pride and joy, breakfast with the hippos, sipping a G & T on the Zambezi River, watching the most amazing sunsets that Africa has to offer, travelling by boat down the Okavango Delta, walking amongst the giant sand dunes in Namibia, catching the cable car up Table Mountain in Cape Town, stopping to watch Zebra’s crossing, amazing birdlife and so much more, tented camps that are beautifully decked out, lying in bed listening to the African bush, no TV, no phone, no internet, no emails, your personal wake-up call comes in the form of freshly brewed coffee to your tent at sunrise.

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Loyal shopper wins a cool $10,000 grand prize GRAND PRIZE WINNER… From left, GMCU compliance manager, Brett Elgar, GMCU general manager, René Deen, 2017 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway grand prize winner, Margaret Opie, Finer Fruit owner, Sammy Rachele and The Adviser managing director, Geoff Adams.

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MARGARET said, “When The Adviser rang, I thought they were putting it over me.

“I had only filled out two entries and both were at Finer Fruit. I shop there all the time and have been since they first opened.

“I have always entered the giveaway, but being drawn as the major prize winner is a nice surprise.”

Margaret told The Adviser that she has a daughter, Helen, eight great grandchildren

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FOCUS CARDS & GIFTS… From left, GMCU finance manager, Rebecca Hearn, Focus Cards & Gifts business owner, Peter Dunbabin, 2017 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway consolation prize winner, Vanessa Portia and The Adviser advertising manager, Melanie Spencer.

BIGW… From left, The Adviser general manager, Will Adams, GMCU compliance manager, Brett Elgar, 2017 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway consolation prize winner, Jenny O’Connor and BIG W store manager, Mark Harrison.

PILLOW TALK… From left, GMCU operations manager, Peter Thomas, 2017 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway consolation prize winner, Alicia Sorrenti, Pillow Talk assistant store manager, Jeanine Warner and The Adviser general manager – sales, Will Adams.

JB JEWELLERS… From left, GMCU Shepparton branch manager, Dallas Moore, JB Jewellers owner, Bozena Szczurek, 2017 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway consolation prize winner, Bernadette Loudon, JB Jewellers owner, Jacek Szczurek and The Adviser advertising manager, Melanie Spencer.

and three grandchildren, who will all help her spend the $5,000.

“My daughter has already marked off where I should spend the money, but I will be sharing it with the family,” Margaret said.

“As for the holiday…I think I will go to visit my granddaughter and great grandchildren in Queensland. I often speak with them via FaceTime and they are always so sad and want to come and visit me, so I am looking forward to that.

“I’d like to say a huge thank you to The Adviser and the GMCU.” Finer Fruit owner, Sammy Rachele said, “Finer Fruit has been a part of the giveaway for the entire 14 years it has been running and it’s great to finally have a major prize winner in our store.

“Margaret has been a loyal customer of Finer Fruit, so we couldn’t be happier for her.

“From all of us here, we’d like to congratulate Margaret.”

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International Nurses & Midwives Week 2017 A celebration of care to the community

Celebrating excellence in patient-centred nursing NURSES MAKING THE DIFFERENCE… GV Health registered nurse, Christine Robey assisting a patient through the rehabilitation process.

Photo: Supplied.

PATHWAYS LEADING TO FULFILLING CAREERS… Shepparton Villages recognise nurses for the care they give and the difference they make. Registered nurse, Bridey Whittingham with Shepparton Villages resident, Merrill Toy. Photo: Alicia Niglia

With care and consideration T H E smallest of gestures show just why Shepparton Villages, division two registered nurse, Bridey Whittingham has been recognised in her nursing.

Bridey places her hands on 86 year old, Shepparton Villages resident, Merrill Toy’s shoulders, gently rubbing them in preparation for the temperature change as they go outdoors.

Merrill said, “We rely completely on our nurses, they really can brighten up our days. Their time, care, warmth and understanding, makes the world of difference to us.”

Starting as a volunteer at Shepparton Villages, Bridey has followed a career path to personal carer before studying nursing.

Bridey said, “I care about helping elderly people, patience and understanding as a nurse is key to making them feel less vulnerable.”

Executive manager of care services, Sue Cahill said Bridey is a good example of nursing staff who make real and lasting connections not only with patients but with the people who love them.

Visit Shepparton Villages at 9 Batman Ave, Shepparton or call 5832 0800

GV HEALTH is celebrating every one of its outstanding nurses on International Nurses Day, 12 May 2017. Nursing is one of the most trusted professions in the world. It is a profession steeped in rich values, based on the selfless work of Florence Nightingale, whose birthday was on 12 May. A n ne Robi nson , ch ief nu rse a nd midwifery officer (acting) said that while every GV Health nurse provides o u t s t a n d i n g , c o mp a s s i o n at e c a r e , the nurses in the GV Health Cardiac Rehabilitation Unit have recently been recognised for best demonstrating the principles of patient-centred care.

“The Cardiac Rehab nursing team

was recently selected by consumers, via feedback from patients and families, for an excellence award,” Anne said.

“The principles of patient-centred care include respect for patients’ values, preferences and needs; coordination and integration of care; information, communication and education; physical comfort; emotional support and alleviation of fear and anxiety; involvement of family and friends; continuity and transition of care; and access to care.

“I would like to acknowledge the dedication of all our nurses throughout GV Health, and congratulate the Cardiac Rehab team for this special honour,” Ms Robinson said.

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Arusha exhibits a bright and vibrant, winy flavour and a black pepper spice accent in acidity, sometimes even sharp, and with a the finish.

GROWING ALTITUDE: deep, rich and strong taste. Typically with 1,400 – 1,800 metres above sea level a medium to full body that is intense and ARABICA VARIETY: creamy, a fine Arusha coffee has tasting N & KP, Kent, Bourbon notes of a sweet berry-like, fruity flavour Harvest Period: July – August and sometimes notes of cedar.

(North); April – May (South) The aroma of an Arusha coffee may MILLING PROCESS: Washed, Sun-dried exhibit a rustic note and sometimes a AROMA: Soft Pipe Tobacco brown bread sweetness. The aftertaste FLAVOUR: Black Tea, Kiwi, lingers with a slight suggestion of East Chocolate, Lemon, Blackberry African wildness.

BODY: Good When Arusha coffee is given a ‘city roast’ ACIDITY: Bright, Pungent, Citric it accentuates the herbal-floral scent while a darker roast brings out the berry fruit

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Adrenaline is your body’s ‘fight or flight’ hormone, which helps you to prepare for physical exertion.

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Coffee contains magnesium and potassium, which helps the human body use insulin, regulating blood sugar levels and reducing your craving for sugary treats and snacks.

Caffeine may also prevent developing • Coffee helps you burn fat. Caffeine of basal cell carcinoma, the most helps fat cells break down body fat common type of skin cancer. and use it as fuel for training.

• Coffee reduces risk of stroke.

• Coffee helps you focus and stay Reasonable consumption of coffee alert. Moderate caffeine intake, 1-6 (2–4 cups a day) is associated cups a day, helps you focus and with lower risk of stroke. improves your mental alertness.

• Coffee lowers risk of death. Studies have • Coffee reduces risk of Parkinson’s disease. Studies have shown that shown that coffee drinker’s overall risk regular coffee drinking decreases of premature death is 25 percent lower risk of Parkinson’s disease by 25 than of those who don’t drink coffee. percent. There’s evidence that coffee • Coffee reduces risk of cancers. One causes activity in the part of the study has shown that coffee may brain affected by Parkinson’s. decrease the risk of developing • Coffee protects your body. Coffee prostate cancer in men by 20 percent, contains a lot of antioxidants, that work and endometrial cancer in women as little warriors fighting and protecting by 25 percent. People in the test against free radicals within your body. group drank four cups of coffee a day.

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The gift of WELCOME TO THE FAMILY… Local resident, Steph Boyle and her son, Cooper, 2, have just welcomed the latest addition to their family, Nixon, just in time for Mother’s Day. Photo: Julie Moore.

THERE is nothing quite like being a new mum. The feeling of holding your little bundle of joy for the first time is a special experience that stays with you forever. Even when you are welcoming your second child into the world, that feeling of instant and

endless love doesn’t wane.

Steph Boyle of Kialla, her husband, Brad and son, Cooper have just welcomed the latest addition to the family, Nixon, just in time for Mother’s Day.

A I WANT to get something really special for my mum this year. I mean, I always put thought and effort into her gift, but now that I’m a mum myself, I know how nice it is to receive a gift showing that my kids really ‘get’ who I am. The fact is mums differ in their personal tastes and interests.

One of the things that I love about Shepparton gift store, Pinch of Salt, is that business owner, Carolyn Young has covered all the bases when stocking gift options. Carolyn said, “We go out of our way to source beautiful and unique gift ideas so that our customers can find gifts to suit just about anyone. “ We of fer a w ide sele c t ion of st yl ish homewares, clothing and jewellery along with beautiful special occasion giftware.”

Carolyn regularly updates her range of gifts and products offering customers a wide selection from practical gifts to more sentimental and precious.

With free gift wrapping a specialty, Pinch of Salt is ideally located in central Shepparton at 113 Fryers Street, next to the car park. For more information, phone 5831 5315 or drop and visit Carolyn, Sharon and Izzy.

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BEAUTIFUL GIFTS TO SUIT ANY MUM… Pinch of Salt business owner, Carolyn Young and team members, Sharon Calandro and Izzy Treacy spoil their customers with choice. Photo: Nicholise Garner.

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DELIGHTING MUMS WITH LITTLE TREASURES… From left, AHS Tatura Pharmacy pharmacy assistants, Ebru Benice and Joanne Clarke can help you find that perfect gift for mum this Mother’s Day. Photo: David Lee.

Leading the little ones in the

By Nicholise Garner HIDDEN away in my bedroom drawer is a set of pussy-cat earmuffs given to me last Mother’s Day by my four year old. Well intended, and honestly they have come in handy on a frosty morn but you never do know what you might receive on Mother’s Day. AHS Tatura Pharmacy pharmacy assistant, Tracy Lowry has gone out of her way to be sure to cater to tiny budgets this Mother’s Day. Tracy said, “We’ve spent a lot of time planning well in advance to get a huge variety

of really beautiful and sentimental gifts, keeping the littlest buyers in mind, as well as catering to those who are looking for a more luxurious gift for their mum. We really do have such a huge range of gifts and have made a conscious effort to think outside the box, sourcing gifts to suit any mum. We also offer a gold coin donation gift wrapping service with all donations going to charity.”

Phone the team at AHS Tatura Pharmacy on 5824 1043 to or visit the pharmacy at 151 Hogan Street, Tatura to find the perfect gift for that special lady.

Give Mum a splash of

PAMPERING WOMEN OVER THE DECADES… Pampen’s Boutique owner, Margie Warnett with loyal customer, Anne McHamish who has been shopping at Pampen’s for over 20 years. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

MOOROOPNA is smashing out some fantastic new businesses with lots of fresh energy hitting the streets, and has undeniably been a thriving village for some time now and Pampen’s Boutique, having taken pride of place on McLennan Street since the 1980’s, is an example of that success.

Pampen’s Boutique business owner, Margie Warnett said, “In the 17 years I’ve owned this store, I’ve met so many lovely people who I’m proud to say return again and again. Pampen’s customers know that we stock all the latest fashions and colours within a variety of sizes. Liz, Jan, Judy

and myself love being able to help ladies find clothes that make them feel good and we’ve got so many beautiful items in store.

“Currently we have lots of lovely jumpers and beautiful scarves to warm mum up this Mother’s Day. In a variety of fabrics and styles, a splash of colour can be the personal touch to dress up any outfit and scarves are such a personal gift.”

V i sit Pa mp e n’s B out ique at 112 McLennan Street, Mooroopna to see their range of clothing or the give the girls a call on 5825 1401 for any information you might need.

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Set under the sea, the beautiful love story is based around the mermaid Ariel (played by Maddi Pawlowicz), the youngest daughter of King Triton (Callum Bunnett) who wishes to pursue the human, Prince Eric (Phoebe Timmis) in the world above. Making a wayward bargain with the evil sea witch, Ursula (Josephine Diretto), Ariel trades her tail for legs, but the bargain is not what it seems and Ariel needs the help of her colourful friends, Flounder the fish (Ella Brereton), Scuttle the seagull (Cassie Brooks) and Sebastian the crab (Digby Bunnett) to restore order under the sea.

St Mary of the Angels Theatre Arts producer, Vanessa Byrnes said, “We’re so proud of our young stars, they’ve put so much time and effort into bringing the production together and we can’t wait to showcase their performance to a live audience!

“Some of the incredible props along with the stars of our show will be on hand during our upcoming Open Day on May 17, which will be a great opportunity to enjoy a sneak peek into King Triton’s underworld kingdom.”

The Little Mermaid will be live on stage on Thursday, May 25 at 7pm, Friday, May 26 at 7pm or Saturday, May 27 at either 2pm or 7pm. Bookings are essential.

For more i n for mat ion , v isit w w w. smotanathalia.catholic.edu.au

A KING’S TALE… St Mary of the Angels student, Callum Bunnett will star as King Triton in the school’s upcoming production of The Little Mermaid. Photo: Julie Moore.

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Finny’s massive three day May sale SAVE BIG… From left, the team at Finny’s Manchester, Tina Sicali, Kerrie Lavis, Tara Smith and Lee-Ann Hosie are inviting the community to drop in and take advantage of the three day May sale.

Photo: Alicia Niglia.

By Nicholise Garner F I N N Y ’ S M a nche ster is t he plac e to go when you’re looking for linens in Shepparton. They not only have a huge range, but also have fantastic product knowledge and excellent customer service, and I say that from my own personal experience shopping there. The staff at Finny’s are friendly and go out of their way to help you find exactly what you need.

Due to Finny’s excellent customer service, great range of products and fantastic prices, I’m always keen to visit them, especially during one of their big sales!

Finny’s Manchester floor manager, Shirley Blick said, “With Winter coming, now’s a great time to stock up on Winter quilts, flannelette sheets and blankets and especially as our massive three day sale

is coming up. We’ll be closing the store for the day on Wednesday, May 10 in preparation for the sale. All of our stock will be sold at 50 percent off marked prices, even products that have already been marked down will go at half the marked price. This includes everything in store! Doors will open at 8am Thursday, May 11 and the sale will continue Friday 9am to 8pm, ending at 3pm on Saturday.

I’d encourage people to get in early to snag the best deals as these prices are going to have people stocking up.”

Visit Finny’s Manchester at 136 High Street, Shepparton for their massive three day May sale. You won’t be disappointed because when they say they’re slashing the prices, they really do mean it and these savings are going to be huge.

Modern dentistry making it easy MAKING SMILES BRIGHTER… Knight Street Dentists dentist, Dr Nihir Shah, trainee dental assistant, Lauren Oakley and clinical co-ordinator, Tracy Fitzpatrick. Photo: Nicholise Garner.

KNIGHT Street Dentists have the pleasure of welcoming Dr Nihir Shah to the team.

Dr Shah brings with him, a lovely warmth, and a personal drive to develop new community connections.

Knight Street Dentists practice manager Denise Quirk said, “Dr Shah’s experience and understanding nature makes him a valuable addition to our team.”

Dr Shah said, “I love working as a dentist and it’s great to be a part of such a dedicated and professional team. I look forward to getting to know more of our community members and their families. I

see it as incredibly important in my work to provide the comfortable, compassionate care patients need, resulting in brilliant and confident smiles.”

Each of the dentists at Knight Street Dentists have special interests and skills, and in her role as practice manager, Denise ensures that all patient’s visits are first class.

Knight Street Dentists are located at 79 Knight Street, Shepparton. Call them on 5821 6997 to find the right dentist to suit your family’s needs.

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By David Lee INSPIRATIONAL falls short of accurately describing local resident and year 12 student at McGuire College, Xander Brereton, who, despite battling a bone condition, has come away with two bronze medals at the School Sports Victoria State Swimming Finals.

Being born with a debilitating condition called Osteogenesis Imperfecta, otherwise known as brittle bone disease, Xander has had to face many struggles including breaking his legs, hips and other bones, but this has not stopped him from achieving greatness. After having to drop out of last year’s SSV event due to breaking a hip, Xander bounced back with the aim to compete this year and came away with spectacular results, taking out bronze in both the 50m Freestyle and 50m backstroke (multi-class) events.

Xander said, “I’ve been swimming since I was 18 months old.

“Swimming helps to strengthen my body and is really the safest sport for me considering I broke my hip while

competing in athletics last year.

“Being my first state competition, I was ecstatic to come away with such a great result.”

McGuire College assistant principal, Brendan Kenna said, “Xander is a great advocate and ambassador for McGuire.

“The school environment is super proud and it is fantastic to see that Xander succeeded against able bodied people.”

McGuire College sports co-ordinator, James Griffin said, “We are all very proud of Xander and what he has achieved.

“He is really inspiring the other students to have a go.

“He’s the school’s best swimmer. He was the age champion in our house carnival, swam in the open category in Zone District (the Goulburn Murray District of School Sports Victoria) event.

“While he was competing at the SSV event, his whole year level was cheering him on. We had set up a live stream and it was fantastic to see everybody coming together and getting behind Xander.”

A PROUD ACHIEVEMENT… From left, local resident and year 12 student at McGuire College, Xander Brereton has come away with two bronze medals at the School Sports Victoria State Swimming Finals, and the school, including sports co-ordinator, James Griffin, could not be prouder. Photo: Nicholise Garner.

Local BMX riders return home victorious

By David Lee THREE locals BMX stars have come home victorious, taking away four plates during the BMX Australian Titles held in Brisbane recently.

Shepparton BMX Club members, Brandon May took

first place in the 17-24 Men Cruiser category and sixth in the 17-24 in 20” class, Levi Collins took fourth place in the Masters category and Gian Renato took eighth place in the 13 Boys category.

Shepparton BMX Club president, Cameron May said,

“We had six locals compete in the titles and we’re rapt with the outcome. Even the ones who didn’t get plates did well.

Everyone who went gave it 100 percent.

“It was hard racing, so to come away with four plates is a great outcome.”

The Beersheba Bash Anzac Day By roving reporter, Scott McKay IT WAS with a sense of irony we looked at the puddle that was meant to be the pitch for the third game in a now five match series. A century ago Col. Maygar and his men went up to 36 hours in their desert wilderness desperate for the moisture we didn’t want.

The pitch, which could have featured in the recent Australia v India test series except that it had grass and Subaru tyre tracks (it pulled the roller) miraculously drained like the MCG and played like the Adelaide Oval.

Actually, now that I think about it Indian pitches probably do have tyre tracks.

In front of a larger than normal crowd with both Bay 13 (the Dam Bank) and the Hill (more a slope really) looking like they could get rowdy, Magyar’s Men (looking st ri k i ng ly l i ke Eu roa C ricket Club) ambushed the Wilderness (who resemble a bunch of ageing Bedouins from the hills)

after an interesting start - no one scoring. In an Atatürk like show of sportsmanship we guessed the runs scored (wickets taken was easier - none) and carried on.

The scorebook hardly tells the story except that “the tall bloke with red hair” took a few wickets and “the short fella with the swarthy complexion” batted well (the scorer didn’t bother with names at times).

Magyar’s Men made 154 after continually hitting out of bounds on the full (didn’t the AFL ban that) making the neighbour’s bull very nervous. The Wilderness needing to score about seven runs an over and started well before the relentless bowling pressure on a deteriorating pitch (that’s our excuse and the loss of Duncan Ferguson to what looked like a desperate dive to save himself being run-out, which in fact was his hamstring letting go and propelling him half way up the pitch) left the Wilderness needing

WHAT A MATCH… From left (back), Tony Coyle, Alan Jarrott, Glenn Barry, Duncan Ferguson, Neil Van Buren. (Front), The Nationals Deputy Leader, Steph Ryan, Scott McKay and Tristan and Danial McLarty.

Photo: Supplied.

only 70 off the last over – they scored four and lost by 66 runs.

Best for Magyar’s Men were Pizzle, Elvis (we knew he wasn’t dead), the Mackrell and anyone who retired (which was just about everybody else).

Best for the Wilderness were Old Mate Larwood, Keeper, Offy, bloke in shorts (I kid you not they’re in the scorebook).

Many thanks to the very experienced

Umpire David Mastin, the comedians who did the scoring and the team at Magyar’s Hill Winery for providing such a great lunch.

Special thanks to Jenny Houghton for a great cricket venue and incredible effort to make the day such a success. We look forward to the return match on October 29 (two days before the charge of the Light Horse at Beersheba centenary) at Maygar Rec Reserve Ruffy.

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All you have to do is 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 $50 voucher.

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

Entries will only be accepted at the office, 219-225 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, no later than 5pm on each Friday during 2017, 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.

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Football Adviser

Wednesday 10th May, 2017

GVL Seniors Results Round 4

with Matthew Chilcott Goulburn Valley League Adviser Footy Tipsters

Shepparton (105)........def ....................Benalla (87) Shepp United (58) ......def .......................Tatura (48) Euroa (69) ........................def ..............Rochester (55) Seymour (100) ...............def .........Mooroopna (59) Kyabram (103) ..............def ...............Mansfield (38) Echuca (135) .................def ...... Shepp Swans (44)

GVL Round 5 Saturday, May 20 Euroa ..................................v ........................ Mansfield Rochester ........................v ............................. Benalla Shepp Swans ................v ...................Mooroopna Echuca .............................v ................... Shepparton Shepp United................v ...........................Seymour Sunday, May 21 Kyabram ..........................v ................................ Tatura

MATT CHILCOTT (18)

DINNY ADEM (15)

DAMIAN DRUM (17)

DAVID FOX (18)

JACQUI HUDGSON (22)

KYLE POWER (19)

SUZANNA SHEED (16)

JOHN RYAN (22)

DARRYL TWITT (18)

MARTIN GLEESON (19)

GVL A Grade Results Round 4 Shepparton (38) ..........def ....................Benalla (27) Euroa (45) ........................def ..............Rochester (39) Kyabram (63) ................def ...............Mansfield (14) Mooroopna (32) .........def .................Seymour (27) Shepp United (54) ......def .......................Tatura (36) Shepp Swans (51) ......def ................... Echuca (40) Kyabram (83) ................def .......................Tatura (10)

2017 Ladder

GVL Seniors 2017 Ladder

Kyabram ......................................................16 Seymour.......................................................16 Benalla .........................................................12 Euroa ............................................................12 Shepparton..................................................12 Tatura..............................................................8 Echuca ...........................................................8 Rochester .......................................................4 Mansfield ........................................................4 Shepparton United .......................................4 Mooroopna....................................................0 Shepparton Swans........................................0

GVL A Grade 2017 Ladder

Kyabram ......................................................16 Shepparton United .....................................16 Mooroopna ................................................16 Shepparton....................................................8 Euroa ..............................................................8 Tatura..............................................................8 Benalla ............................................................6 Shepparton Swans........................................6 Echuca ...........................................................4 Rochester .......................................................4 Seymour..........................................................0 Mansfield ........................................................0

A RIPPER START… The start to the 2017 GVL season has already been a ripper. Looking ahead, it is expected there will be some games not to be missed. Photo: Bailey Opie Photography.

The season so far GVL FOOTY is alive and well and we have seen some things we expected and a few other surprises.

Firstly, it was no secret that the Kyabram Bombers were going to be mighty hard to knock off for this year’s premiership. Liam Ogden, Aaron Hayes and Sam Sheldon have been some of the stars so far along with Kayne Pettifer who has 16 goals in attack and arguably the best two key defenders in defence in Lachie Smith and Josh Vick.

Last year’s grand finalists, Rochester was expected to push hard and challenge the Bombers but are 1-3, which includes a heavy loss in round two against the reigning premier. The Tigers haven’t had a great start but they will come good.

Seymour is undefeated and looking good.

The great Saad Saad is back at Kings Park and the crowd numbers are up and he isn’t letting them down. Ben Clifton and Brent Colbert have been great so far and I have a gut feel the Morrison Medal might be around a Lion’s neck in September…Jason Cole.

Shepparton, Benalla and Euroa look like they will be the other challenges at this stage

and Tatura looked like that also until their bad loss to Shepparton United last Saturday.

Jarrod Bannister has been a star so far for Benalla with 27 goals and is worth the entry fee to watch. Ash Holland and Ben Davies have been the stars for the Bears with the Brett brothers and Rowan Hiscock providing some classy support.

Echuca looked good last week and are 2-2 with a massive home game against Shepparton in round five. This game could really set their season up.

Mansfield and Shepparton United have one win from the opening four rounds and have lots of pace and youth as they look to reset their lists for future years. Both will surprise some higher ranked sides during the year but won’t play in September this year.

Finally, Mooroopna and the Shepparton Swans are winless but meet each other in round five after the bye. The Cats haven’t tasted success since 2015 and the Swans will not want to be the club that welcomes them a win.

Get along to the local football this weekend. You will love it.

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