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WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

A TRUE SPORTSMAN In memory of Colin Edwards Sport Adviser PAGE 26

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Approval given for amendments to fast-track new SAM THE Andrews Labor Government has given the green light for approvals for the amendment of the Shepparton Planning Scheme to fast-track the new Shepparton Art Museum (SAM).

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EARLY INTERVENTION FOR THOSE EXPERIENCING FAMILY VIOLENCE… Caroline Chisholm Society, Goulburn Valley Pregnancy & Family Support Service’s Children and Mothers in Mind program senior practitioner, Liz Meloury is pleased that the Victorian Government is throwing funding behind a specialised program aimed at early intervention of family violence. The program will be one of 26 Children and Mother’s in Mind pilot programs being launched across the state, with the Caroline Chisholm Society, Goulburn Valley Pregnancy & Family Support Service running the program locally from next week. Photo: David Lee.

Keeping family front of mind Innovative new program a game changer

By David Lee SO FAR this year, 33 women have been killed in Australia as a result of family violence and while these figures are staggering, a newly government funded program to help curb the after effects of a family

violence issue is set to see one of 26 statewide early intervention pilot programs launched in Shepparton from next week.

Funded by the Victorian Government and being run at the Caroline Chisholm Society Goulburn Valley Pregnancy & Family Support Service, the Children and Mother’s in Mind (CMiM) program will Continued on page 19 commence from September 20.

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THERAPEUTIC ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE… From left, robot technician, Jonathan Kingsley and GV Health clinical psychologist, Catherine Kelly with NAO, a humanoid robot that will help with therapy treatments at GV Health. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Humanoid robot to help with therapy at GV Health

By David Lee A FUTURISTIC therapy treatment is now available in Shepparton with GV Health recently purchasing a friendly form of artificial intelligence.

Dubbed NAO, the humanoid robot stands at just 58cm tall and came at a cost of $33,000 which includes specialised programming and training of staff. The funds have been raised through help from several local Freemason groups (GV St George Lodge, Rupertswood Numurkah Lodge, Mooroopna Lodge, United Freemasons and Goulburn Murray Masonic Club), Bendigo Bank’s Connected Communities initiative and through GV Health’s Give Me 5 For Kids appeal.

NAO will be utilised across the whole hospital, but will primarily be used for those on the autism spectrum and in the paediatric ward.

N AO hou s e s t ac t i l e s e n s o r s , microphones, speakers, cameras, sonar and hands, all that are used to interact in a

human-like manner with patients.

G V Hea lt h cl i n ic a l psycholog ist , Catherine Kelly said, “We are hoping to use NAO across the whole hospital.

“The robot is so engaging. For young people with problems in engagement, it will help to break down the barriers.

“It has taken two years to raise the funds and we are looking forward to seeing what NAO can do.”

NAO technician, Jonathan Kingsley said, “NAO is designed and manufactured in Paris and can be designed for just about anything.

“It is endearing and engaging, particularly for children because of its size.

“Those on the spectrum, are highly sensitive to very minute changes in facial features and body language and the size and nature of the robot comes across as less threatening.

“We created the first version in 2004, and this is version 5 of NAO. A lot of work has gone into it to get it to where it is now.”

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NEWS

High flu rates leads to increased risk of death

WITH an extremely high number of flu cases being reported this year, and the confirmation of eight deaths caused by an influenza outbreak at the St John’s Retirement Village in Wangaratta, the Department of Health and Human Services is urging the community to watch their health and hygiene to help prevent the spread.

So far in 2017, there have been more than 11,800 confirmed cases of influenza in Victoria with many more notifications still expected.

Flu outbreaks, particularly in aged care facilities, are at very high levels. There have been 222 respiratory outbreaks this year compared with 117 for the same period last year.

Victoria’s acting chief health officer, Dr Brett Sutton said the department is continuing to monitor the facility (at Wangaratta) and is providing support to manage the outbreak.”

OUTBREAK CAUSES DEATHS… Influenza cases have gone through the roof this year and an outbreak at the St John’s Retirement Village in Wangaratta has sadly seen eight people pass away due to the illness.

Photo: Nicholise Garner.

Dr Sutton said flu is a highly contagious viral infection, spread by contact with fluids from coughs and sneezes.

“Good hand hygiene is strongly recommended to visitors to assist in controlling any spread of flu,” Dr Sutton said.

“This is a timely reminder to all visitors that washing their hands with soap or hand gel before visiting loved ones in aged care or hospital is extremely important.

“And if you are sick you should avoid visiting loved ones in an aged care facility or hospital.

“If you are unwell with a cough or a cold, remember to cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, and put the tissue straight in the bin.

“You should always wash your hands immediately after sneezing, coughing or going to the toilet with soap and running water and dry your hands thoroughly,” Dr Sutton said.

Students learn importance of dairy industry through art STUDENTS from schools across the region were in good ‘moooods’ after they finished painting their masterpieces recently as part of a creative, educational and fun filled program called ‘Painting Daisy.’ which has helped them learn more about the importance of the dairy industry.

The program is being run during Term 3 at various schools including Tongala Primary School, Ardmona Primary School, Girgarre Primary School, St Brendan’s Primary School, Tatura Primary School and Kyabram P-12 College.

Students have worked in teams of two to paint or decorate a miniature cow, research a chosen topic on the dairy industry and write a ‘good news story’ reflecting their learning.

Painting Daisy Program manager, John Hutchison said, “In years gone by, children either lived on dairy farms themselves or they had family members that did.

“Through progressive changes especially in technology, the number of dairy farms has decreased, yet the size of the farms has increased. Many students now have little or no knowledge of what happens on these dairy farms, the smorgasbord of careers available in the industry or the impact of local industry on their community.

“The program is a great way to educate rural students about what happens in their community and the importance of an industry that operates right on their doorstep.”

‘MOOOOVING’ MASTERPIECE… Ardmona Primary School student, Jedd Ioffel with his masterpiece created through the Painting Daisy program, that aims to teach students about the importance of the dairy industry.

Photo: Supplied.

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NEWS BUSINESS AWARD… From left, WIN Television sales executive, Emily Kalafatis, Goulburn Valley Dental Group practice manager, Laura Kilgour and principal dentist, Dr Sath Saranathan (Business Award – Professional Services) and White King-Pental production officer, Hayden Brennan.

Photos: Alicia Niglia.

Photo: Michael Amendolia

BUSINESS AWARD… From left, The Adviser general manager – sales, Will Adams, Country Carpet Cleaning & Restoration owners, Kelly and Paul Rummery (Business Award – Trade Services) and White King-Pental production officer, Hayden Brennan.

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Nominations close as second last group of nominees named NOM I NAT IONS for the 2017 White King-Pental 95.3 Triple M Business Awards have come to an end, and now, each of the nominees are looking forward to seeing who will win each category, and who will be crowned the winner of the illustrious Hall of Fame for 2017 at the Gala Dinner

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and Awards evening.

This week, for the second last week this year, nominees are Goulburn Valley Dental Group who received a nomination under the Business Award – Professional Services category, Country Carpet Cleaning & Restoration who received a nomination under the Business Award – Trade Services category, Brother Pablo who received a nomination under the Best New Business - Under Two Years category, Cardamone Real Estate who received a nomination under the Best Marketing /Advertising Campaign category, Calandro Engineering Pty Ltd managing director, Mario Calandro who received a nomination under the Entrepreneur of the Year category, Parklake Hotel apprentice chef, Atsadawut Tamkam

who received a nomination under the Apprentice/Trainee of the Year category, Notre Dame College faith and ministry training trainee, Daina Davies who received a nomination under the Apprentice/Trainee of the Year category and Choice Group @ theplaylab received a nomination under the GV Healthy Workplace category.

All nominees will have the opportunity to attend the 22nd annual Gala Dinner and Awards Evening on Friday, October 6 at the Eastbank Centre, where winners of each category will be named. Tickets can be purchased at the Riverlinks Box Office, 90 Welsford Street, Shepparton or by phoning 5832 9511. Ticket sales close at 5pm on Monday, October 2.

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NEWS

BEST NEW BUSINESS – UNDER TWO YEARS… From left, Greater Shepparton Business Centre business development coordinator, Tricia Martinek, Brother Pablo owners, Scott Parker and Heath Nicholson (Best New Business - Under Two Years) and White King-Pental production officer, Hayden Brennan.

BEST MARKETING/ADVERTISING CAMPAIGN… From left, Shepparton Show Me committee member, Kruz Patel, Cardamone Real Estate director, Peter Cardamone (Best Marketing/Advertising Campaign) and White King-Pental production officer, Hayden Brennan.

ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR… From left, White King-Pental production supervisor – Soap, Mark Sloper, Calandro Engineering Pty Ltd managing director, Mario Calandro (Entrepreneur of the Year) and Shepparton Chamber of Commerce and Industry executive officer, Lucy Cerrone (on behalf of Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry).

APPRENTICE/TRAINEE OF THE YEAR… From left, GOTAFE beauty trainer, Sonia Vincitorio, Parklake Hotel apprentice chef, Atsadawut Tamkam (Apprentice/Trainee of the Year) and White King-Pental production supervisor – Soap, Mark Sloper.

APPRENTICE/TRAINEE OF THE YEAR… From left, GOTAFE beauty trainer, Sonia Vincitorio, Notre Dame College faith and ministry training trainee, Daina Davies (Apprentice/Trainee of the Year) and White King-Pental production supervisor – Soap, Mark Sloper.

GV HEALTHY WORKPLACE… From left, GV Health employee relations consultant, Olivia Gallace, Choice Group @theplaylab directors, Jamie Cox and Darren Green (GV Healthy Workplace) and White King-Pental production supervisor – Soap, Mark Sloper.

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EVENTS

COMMUNITY CONNECT UPCOMING COUNTRY MUSIC ROCK ‘N’ ROLL and comedy featuring Wayne Horsburgh and Rodney Vincent will run on Thursday, September 14 at Kyabram Bocce Club. Tickets are $20. Doors open at 6pm and show time starts at 7:30pm.

Book tickets with Rae Mathews on 0400 980 968. Tickets booked and picked up on the night.

AN OLD TIME DOOKIE BALL will be held on September 23 from 7:30pm to 12:30am at Dookie Memorial Hall, Mary Street, Dookie.

Entry is $10 (ladies please bring a plate) and the musician will be Ian Stewart. For further information, contact Lisa Comensoli on 0499 200 784.

SHEPPARTON HIGH SCHOOL REUNION from the ‘40s, ‘50s and ‘60s will run on Sunday, November 12 with lunch at 12pm at The Royal Mail Hotel, 47 McLennan Street, Mooroopna.

Lunch is $20 per head. For further information or to RSVP, phone Joy Phillis (Smith) on 5825 1840 or email TBEPhillis@bigpond.com EUROA SHOW & SHINE will run on Sunday, October 1 from 8am to 3:30pm at the parklands beside the Sevens Creek and in the streets of Euroa. Open to all veteran, vintage, classic, custom and modified special cars, bikes, trucks and tractors, with around 1,500 vehicles to be on display. Plenty to see and lots of entertainment.

Entry is $5 per person and $10 per display vehicle

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.

including driver. For further information, visit australiannationalshowandshine.com.au or phone 0418 599 183.

NATHALIA AGRICULTURAL SHOW will run on Saturday, October 7 from 9am and is celebrating the ‘Year of the Rooster.’ There will be horse events, bathtub races, poultry, cattle, stalls, produce/craft/cookery pavilion, show bags and entertainment. A day for the whole family!

New competitors and stall holders welcome.

Family pass $25. Schedules available now.

BISHOP LESLIE AND THE SANDHURST DIOCESE will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the final apparition of Our Lady of Fatima, which accrued on October 13, 1917 and

culminated with the astounding miracle of the sun. 11am Mass will be held at Sacred Heart Cathedral Bendigo. St Brendan’s Parish is organising a whole day bus trip to the October Marian Festival in Bendigo on Sunday, October 8. All are cordially invited to join in the celebration. Bookings at St Brendan’s Parish, 121 Knight Street, Shepparton before September 22. More information on the Parish Bulletin or phone Bozena on 0426 867 647.

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)

Enjoy the spring weather at the orchid spectacular SPR I NG has officially spru ng, and what better way to enjoy the fantastic spring weather than to spend some time meandering around the Goulburn Valley Orchid Club’s Spring Orchid Spectacular.

G o u l b u r n Va l l e y O r c h i d C l u b president, Chris Ibbotson said, “We had such a brilliant weekend last year, with around 500 visitors coming to the show.

This time of the year is the perfect time to get out and about as the cymbidiums are out and there are so many genres of orchids to see. We will have on display many floral arrangements, photography displays, potting demonstrations by expert growers and there will be plenty of growers on-hand with expert advice.

“We will also have an extensive range of orchids for sale from local and interstate commercial sellers, Sims Orchids from Adelaide, Castle Creek from Merrigum and New Bold Orchids from Stanhope.

There will be a raffle, morning tea and late lunches available and while we have a wide and varied membership group, we’re always looking for new members to join us.”

The annual Spring Orchid Spectacular has a $5 entry and will be held at Kialla Raceway on the Goulburn Valley Highway, Kialla on Saturday, September 16 from 9am to 4pm and Sunday, September 17 from 10am to 4pm.

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ENJOY ALL ON OFFER… Goulburn Valley Orchid Club president, Chris Ibbotson is inviting the community to come along to enjoy all to offer at this year’s Goulburn Valley Orchid Club’s Spring Orchid Spectacular. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

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NEWS

SUCCULENTS TO GO ON SHOW… The Billabong Garden Complex Annual Succulent Show is on again, with the event kicking off in October. Entries for the show close this Friday, and the community is being called on to get their entries in now.

Photo: Supplied.

Creative H S and colourful entries called on for succulent show WITH applications closing for the 2017 Billabong Garden Complex Annual Succulent Show, Pot ted Succulent competition this Friday, September 15, the community is being called on to get your creative and colourful entries in.

The Succulent Show is on again from Friday, October 13 to Sunday, October 15, 2017, with attendees set to be inspired by the huge variety of succulents to admire and purchase, which will suit every garden style, pot and space, from a small rockery area to a large formal garden.

Nursery manager, Tracy Lamont said, “We are excited to announce that this year we will have a special guest appearance from renowned succulent expert and author, Attila Kapitany on the Saturday of the show. Attila will display, and have for sale, a range of his rare and new breed succulents, provide you with information and advice and will be happy to sign copies of his new release book that will be available for purchase.

“Our A nnual Succulent Show is always a popular event and this year is no exception; the 2017 show is shaping up to be our biggest and best yet!”

Trac y c ont i nu e d , “O u r p ot t e d succulent competition is back by popular demand and this year we will award a prize in two categories, ‘People’s Choice’ and ‘Attila’s Choice.’

“We can’t wait to see the entries this year, some of our customers have told us they have been planning and preparing their entry since last year’s show!”

Ter m s a nd cond it ion s a nd t he entr y form can be collected from Billabong Garden Complex or downloaded from the website www. billabonggardencomplex.com.au Entry forms are due no later than September 15 and entries aren’t to be delivered until the day before the show as per the entry form.

For more i n for m at ion , cont ac t Billabong Garden Complex on 5821 8632 or follow them on Facebook.

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NEWS

Nothing beats fresh H homemade delights S COVERING SHEPPARTON’S NORTH… Chemist Warehouse Shepparton North pharmacy assistant, Phillipa Monshing, proprietors, Hatem Mikhail and Ehab Mikhail, pharmacy assistant, Jane Siaki and retail manager, Louise Hunter out the front of the newly opened store in Shepparton’s north. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Your new north end chemist now open SHEPPARTON’S north has a new chemist to cover all of the community’s needs, with Chemist Warehouse opening in a brand new, 800m2 premises on the corner of Numurkah and Pine Roads.

Chemist Warehouse proprietors, Hatem and Ehab Mikhail said, “This new store will offer the same great specials as the other two Chemist Warehouses in a location that will service the rapidly growing north Shepparton community.

“It’s close to the hospital and aged care facilities, offers incredible prices and great customer service and is open seven days a

week, so it is convenient to all.

“Chemist Warehouse runs a catalogue fortnightly offering great specials and currently our Footy Finals catalogue is on offering half price vitamins and cosmetics and other great deals across the store.”

The new Chemist Warehouse is open on Monday to Friday from 9am-6pm, Saturday from 9am to 5:30pm and Sunday from 10am to 5pm.

Drop into the new Chemist Warehouse in north Shepparton at 127 Numurkah Road, Shepparton (entrance via Pine Road) or phone 5821 0296.

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THE feel of a milkbar has been fading over the years as more and more boutique style stores have begun to open, but there is nothing quite like the friendly atmosphere and smiling faces of the owners of a traditional style milkbar.

The new owners of Marshall’s Corner, Sophie Xu and William Lang greet you with a warm smile when you walk through the doors and you are instantly taken back to a time when the traditional milkbar flourished.

Having taken over in April this year, the duo moved from Melbourne and decided to settle in Shepparton and each time they visited prior to moving, they always enjoyed themselves.

Sophie said, “We offer all of the typical items you would find in a milkbar such as lollies, grocery items, magazines and newspapers and breakfast and lunch options. We offer homemade, real chicken breast and we roast fresh lamb as promised.

We also make sandwiches made to order, salad rolls, wraps, focaccias, ciabatta, hot food, fish and chips, hamburger with the lot and we are already famous for our chicken schnitzel rolls. Everything is made using fresh quality ingredients.

“But we also offer something a little different. Our fresh, Asian style menu provides you with the chance to taste our homemade fried rice, dumplings, with

FRIENDLY FACES… New owners of Marshall’s Corner, Sophie Xu and William Lang are welcoming the community to drop in and say hi, and to try their range of delicious breakfast and lunch options. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

sushi and rice paper rolls also available in summer time.

“We also have cold drinks and hot beverages including quality barista made Dimattina coffee.”

Marshalls Corner is open from Monday to Friday from 6am to 7pm, Saturdays from 8am to 5pm and Sundays from 8am to 2pm.

Drop in and say hi to Sophie and William at Marshall’s Corner, 87-89 Wyndham Street, Shepparton or phone ahead your order on 5831 5860.

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S BE SPRING RACING READY… Joe Paul Menswear co-owner, Joe Cáre has the latest styles in-store and the knowledge and expertise to help you get Spring Racing Season ready.

Photo: Alicia Niglia.

ARTISTIC INSTALLATION… Local primary schools have created art pieces that have been installed at the Shepparton Law Courts Precinct. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

THE Shepparton Law Courts Precinct has received a colourful addition recently, when local schools were invited to take part in a hoarding decoration initiative and provided with wooden boards to decorate.

Students from nine local schools were given a theme of ‘the Shepparton community; what makes Shepparton great, celebrating diversity in Shepparton and the history of Shepparton’ to work with, where they then spent weeks brainstorming ideas, painting, drawing and some even sculpting.

Court Services Victoria (CSV) COE, Brian Stevenson said, “The Shepparton Law Courts are a significant part of the local community. The courts will reshape the Shepparton skyline and provide multi-jurisdictional services for the Hume/Goulburn region.

“Engaging the community is an important part of the development. We wanted to provide an opportunity for local students to showcase their artistic talents and celebrate their region. CSV is delighted with the response and the great talent and creativity shown by the participants. We hope to repeat this initiative at future developments,” Mr Stevenson said.

Look your best for Spring Racing Season SPRING is in the air, and that means that the Spring Racing Season is almost upon us, which means it’s time to start thinking about what you are going to wear.

You may wonder what is in style this year, but the team at Joe Paul Menswear has all the expertise and style knowledge to help you look your best.

Joe Paul Menswear co-owner, Joe Cáre said, “This season what’s in fashion has changed. Last year we saw a lot of standard colours such as blues, with white shirts, tan shoes and a few bright colours splashed through.

“This year it’s all about colour. A light coloured suit and

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utilising bright colours with a bright tie.

“We are seeing burnt orange, checks, paisley and anything that’s a little different emerging as the popular trends this season. It seems to be all about the patterns.

“We have everything you will need to get ready for Spring Racing Season from shoes, shirts and full suits as well as accessories to make the outfit pop including ties, belts, bow ties, vests, tie bars and hats.”

Drop into Joe Paul Menswear at 202 Maude Street Mall in Shepparton and have a look at their new range of clothing and accessories in-stock, or phone 5821 5556.

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Shepparton

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Ones, twos + more - You will have to be quick - P Apartmento Micro Flannel

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12 RRP $109.95 only

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Grey•Latte•Cream

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NEVER AGAIN AT THIS PRICE Dotty Velour

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FINAL CLEARANCE

Small quantities

Prices for this sale only 310 Thread Count 30 Sheet Sets 14 queen Queen RRP $159.95 King RRP $169.95

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$29

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Sale Now On

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600 TC Cotton only Queen Sheet Set RRP $229.95 Apartmento

Spotty Throw RRP $29.95

13 only

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$25 ea

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Double Bed Flat Sheet

$8 Be Quick!

White or Cream Only RRP $54.95

PVC Apron

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Plain Dyed Cotton Rib Placemat

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Super Soft Throw Rug

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White Bath Towels

African Super Soft Blanket Queen Size Tiger Print

Kas Room

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Ultra Plush Blanket

Yellow RRP $18.95

Just Home

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RRP $29.95

11 only

$6 ea

King Fitted Sheet

Jason Bambury

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ea

RRP $159.95 only

$35 ea

Bath Mats Dri - Glo

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$10 ea

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$8 ea

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Commercial 4 Ultra Plush only only Reversible Blanket Comforter Queen Queen $89.95

$10

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Logan & Mason

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10 only

Plain Dyed Poly/Cotton

$10 ea

$29 ea

4 only

Queen RRP $89.95

$9ea

Round Mesh Food Cover

20 only

Bambury

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Ladelle

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Flinders Towel

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RRP $249.95 4 only

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only Reversible Ultra Plush Throw

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$14 ea

15 only

Throw

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RRP $24.95

$3 ea

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Bambury

2 Pack Tea Towels

50 only

Rans

‘Tia’ Throw Rug

$18 ea

Tontine

Queen

6 only

Wool Quilt RRP $259.95

60 only

$8 $89 pk

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Bed Valances

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stock only

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RRP $39.95

$10

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Kids Chef Set

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King Sheet Set

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RRP $24.95

$25 ea

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Stretch Slip Cover

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$8 set

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Sure Fit

RRP $99.95

5 only

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$10

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Queen Size Pillows

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Paxton & Wiggin

$1ea

Finny’s

RRP $149.95

$10

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QUALITY CARAVANS… Solar City Marine & Caravans sales manager, Mark Williams can show you through the new range of Colorado Caravans.

Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Caravaning not just for grey nomads IN THE past, caravanning was seen as being for the grey nomads, but this trend is changing, especially with the introduction of caravans with all the mod cons.

Having already been a leader in Nova Caravans for 10 years, Solar City Marine & Caravans has just become the only dealership for Colorado Caravans in Victoria.

Solar City Marine & Caravans sales manager, Mark Williams said, “This is a move that has been in the pipeline for a while. We saw this as a good opportunity to be the sole Victorian dealer for Colorado Caravans.

“These caravans are a quality product at a reasonable price and they are manufactured in Campbellfield by a small company that really takes pride in their work.

“The Colorado caravans have over 30 floor plans to choose from and are adaptable to what the client wants. The range covers everything from entry level to off road and luxury caravans. There is even a model for carrying the boy’s toys.

“We have spoken to many people who own Colorado caravans and all have said that they are extremely happy with them.

“The caravan market has always been seen as something for grey nomads, but that dynamic is changing and we are now seeing the typical age of ‘caravanners’ being between 35 and 45 years of age,” Mark said.

For more information, or to check out the new Colorado Caravans range, speak with the team at Solar City Marine & Caravans at 195 Numurkah Road, Shepparton or phone 5831 6388.

Asking someone

‘R U OK?’ can make all the difference THERE is nothing more important than turning to another person and asking ‘R U OK?’ and this is the important message being spread for R U OK? Day. Wel lways Aust ral ia (Sheppa r ton), together with R U OK? Day are holding a free barbeque event on Thursday, September 14 at Fairleys SU PA IGA Shepparton to raise awareness around suicide prevention.

Wellways mental health community support services program worker, Sarah Dunkley said, “The purpose of this barbeque is to start conversations with the general public about mental health, suicide prevention and the resources and services available for supporting members of the community who require assistance.

“By asking ‘R U OK?’ you are creating an opportunity for someone to open up

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and start a conversation with how they are feeling.

“Wellways has worked in the local community for over 25 years assisting people who have mental health issues or other disabilities and supporting their families, friends and carers to bring about positive change and build good lives in their communities.

“This can include creating a home, securing a job and building meaningful relationships.

“Wellways do this by supporting you to make positive changes, improve your wellbeing and building the life you want.”

The barbeque will run from 10am until 2pm. Further information can be found at www.ruok.org.au/findhelp or Wellways website www.wellways.org

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Supporting students under pressure SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS… Access Education can help support students through the stressful period of year 12 exams and Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) results.

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WE are coming to a pivotal point in the year for year 12 students. Nerves will be high for students and families as future career paths hang on Victorian Certificate of Education results and kids are faced with the end of their childhood educational experience. This is where Access Education can help to support students and families.

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

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

EXCITING PERFORMANCES… The National Cutting Horse Association (NCHA) Victorian Futurity is on until this Sunday at Tatura.

Photo: Supplied.

Cutting events come to Tatura Park Elite Complex see and judge me by. Sounds dramatic but that’s the way that I felt.

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

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

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

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TATURA will be a-buzz in the coming week as two major events come to town to hold the incredible sport of cutting.

With the Southern Seven Mare Stakes show starting Friday, September 8 and the National Cutting Horse Association (NCHA) Victorian Futurity leading on from Tuesday 12 until Sunday 17 spectators won’t be short of a display, watching the talented equines do their favourite thing.

The events will bring hundreds of competitors and owners from across the country to compete for the title and prize money of the classes, with the Victorian Futurity being the last of five Futurities run from Tamworth, NSW up to as far as Comet in Queensland and then back down to the cooler country.

NCHA general manager, Craig Young said, “We are really expecting some great performances.

“With the two shows being back to back it has made it easier for competitors to stay on and attend both shows and in turn increased entry numbers to the events.”

The town will welcome a swag of major players of the sport including Hall of Fame $2M earner, Todd Graham with his group of competitive mounts and Young’s Trent Smith with the 2016 National Open Futurity champion Moore Metal just to name a few. The trainers are eager to vie for a slice of the prize money and competitors await the return of the ever popular ladies event, the Ladies Pink Cutting which raises money for breast cancer.

Competition this year will be free to watch both events, with the associations welcoming all spectators and their families.

For more information, visit www.ncha. com.au

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PROTECT YOURSELF AGAINST Q FEVER… Kialla Medical Clinic’s Dr Olga Ilic and Dr John Mackellar are accredited Q Fever doctors, and can help you with a vaccination. Photos: Supplied.

LIVING in rural/regional Australia puts many at higher risk of Q Fever, which mostly causes an illness resembling flu. Symptoms may include high fevers, joint and muscle aches, headaches and extreme fatigue and may last many weeks. Sometimes, more severe illness including heart disease, pneumonia, hepatitis and persistent profound fatigue can occur. Often diagnosis is difficult and the costs of health care may be high.

Q Fever was first described in 1935 in abattoir workers in Brisbane. The Q stands for query, as the cause was not initially known. Now it is recognised that Q Fever is caused by a bacteria called Coxiella Burnetti.

People catch Q Fever from animals; mostly farm animals such as sheep, cattle and goats. It is possible however to catch Q Fever from native animals such as kangaroos and feral/domestic mammals such as cats and dogs. Animals often do not appear unwell.

Q Fever is caught by inhaling dust contaminated with animal products (urine, faeces, birth products) or by having contact with contaminated animals, their hide, contaminated straw or drinking raw milk.

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Australia is the only nation using a vaccine to prevent Q Fever but still most people are unaware of the illness or vaccine.

Kialla Medical Clinic has Dr Olga Ilic and Dr John Mackellar who are accredited to perform Q Fever testing and vaccination. Vaccination involves two visits to the doctor. It is imperative that the vaccine is not given to someone who has already had Q Fever so the first visit consists of a blood and skin test to check whether you have already had Q Fever exposure. At the second visit results are checked and vaccination provided if indicated.

Unfortunately many people have never heard of Q Fever or that a vaccine exists. The vaccine is not government funded but if vaccination is required for work, employers may contribute to the cost or you may be able to claim it as a tax deductible expense.

For many, Q Fever vaccination should be strongly considered.

For further information please see us at Kialla Medical Clinic at Riverside Plaza, where single, as well as group bookings, are welcome.

• Farmers and hobby farmers; especially sheep, cattle and goat farmers • Shooters • Abattoir workers, including visitors and tradesmen • Meat inspectors • Shearers and wool sorters • Veterinarians and animal handlers • Animal transporters • Professional dog and cat breeders • Horticulturists or gardeners who may come into contact with dust, potentially contaminated by animal milk, urine, faeces or birth products

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Stylish, allergy free Keeping family front of mind titanium watches WITH the arrival of spring, there is no better time to brighten up with the best choice of watches you can get, Boccia Titanium watches from JB Jewellers.

This award winning German range is the only watch collection in the world crafted from pure titanium and full ceramic components.

Created by international designers, the collection showcases the latest in timepiece trends and also covers the ‘must have basic’ styles.

JB Jewellers owners, Jacek and Bozena said, “Boccia Titanium watches are quality watches at an affordable price. They are stronger than steel, 100 percent allergy free, and made of pure titanium, a cool metal that is super-lightweight making them a delight to wear in all seasons.”

Doing a little spring cleaning of your jewellery boxes may also uncover treasures that could need some attention, repairs or restoration, all of which can be carried out at JB Jewellers.

With a lifetime of experience and knowledge, Jacek and Bozena are there to help with the most treasured moments of your life, whether you are looking for that perfect memento to mark an engagement, wedding, birth or any other occasion with a personalised piece of jewellery.

STYLISH ACCESSORIES… If you are looking for that perfect, stylish accessory drop in to JB Jewellers and view their new range of Boccia Titanium watches. Photo: Supplied.

JB Jewellers are also gemmologists a nd one of on ly a few va luers i n country Victoria and also offer express, professional battery replacement. All work is carried out on premises with special attention to detail always a priority for both Jacek and Bozena.

You will find JB Jewellers at 265 Maude Street, Shepparton or phone 5831 1611.

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The program is a three-part, 20-week program, where participants work with trained professionals to respond to their trauma, then work to rebuild attachment through the program ‘Mother’s in Mind,’ and then finding ways to continue their new way of relating as a family.

Led by program senior practitioners, Liz Meloury and Jeanette Monteith, the program Children and Mother’s in Mind is an Australian first for mothers and children (four years and under) who have experienced difficult family relationships, which may include family violence.

Liz said, “The statistics surrounding f a m i l y v i o l e n c e d e at h s a r e qu i t e astonishing. The figures show that there is approximately one woman per week killed as a result of family violence.

“An Australian woman is more likely to be killed in her own home by her male partner than by anyone else, anywhere else.

“According to Vic Health, family violence is more damaging to the health of women aged 15-44 years than any other risk factor including obesity and smoking.

In fact, they say it is the biggest contributor to ill health and premature death for women in this age range. Bigger than smoking and obesity, that is alarming!

“We know that children who are exposed to family violence may be affected from the trauma of it throughout their lives. One of the effects for women is the impact on her ability to parent her own child effectively.

“Our program, ‘CMiM’ aims to address

this by providing a nurturing learning environment for mum as we believe this will enable her to then provide an environment for her children where they are nurtured and encouraged to reach their full potential.

“It also works to create an opportunity to decrease mother and child isolation for those families who feel out of place in other parenting support programs, increase parenting competency and support improvement of the mother-child bond in order to focus on the mother-child relationship.”

“CMiM recognises that women who have experienced hurtful experiences often lose confidence in their ability to parent effectively, this often leads to isolation and difficulty coping with parenthood.

“CMiM takes a ‘t wo generations’ approach and focuses on both the mother and child(ren). Clinicians will work with clients fostering mother/infant connection and also has a case work component throughout the program as additional therapeutic work, this combination distinguishes CMiM from a normal counselling or case work model of intervention.”

For further information, or to selfrefer, contact Liz Meloury or Jeanette Monteith at the Caroline Chisholm Society, Goulburn Valley Pregnancy & Family Support Service on 5821 0826, email CMiMgv@caroline.org.au or visit www. caroline.org.au/cmim

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GET HELP TO GET FIT… Personal trainer, fitness coach and owner of Mr Health and Fitness, Mark Ryan is about to kick off his bootcamp, which is suitable for all fitness levels. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Guided health and fitness by a passionate professional HEALTH and fitness has become such an important part of everyday life and having a helping hand from somebody who is

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passionate about giving people the tools they need to reach their goals is powerful.

Personal trainer, fitness coach and owner

of Mr Health and Fitness, Mark Ryan, has a history in health and fitness that goes back many years. Not only has he been involved in local football for many years, and still plays for Picola Football Club, he has competed in many half ironman and road cycling events and even coaches lawn bowls.

He currently offers Bootcamp sessions for locals in the Goulburn Valley area.

Mark said, “I’m a true fitness fanatic.

“I started the Bootcamp about twelve months ago, running it from Canterbury Park in The Boulevard Estate, Shepparton.

“I cater for all ages and fitness levels, from beginners to advanced and have exercises to suit everyone using a variety of equipment including battle ropes, suspension trainers, kettlebells, medicine balls and boxing sessions as well as body weight exercises. No one session is the same.

“I am also now aligned with The Natural Nutritionist, Steph Lowe from Melbourne and can offer Real Food Meal Plans which include recipes that will suit the whole family. Included in the meal plans are shopping lists, eating out guidelines and all the information to get you started with a real food lifestyle. It is really just a back to basics approach without any of the expensive shakes, weight loss products etc.

The meal plans also have gluten and dairy free options.

“I love training people and enjoy seeing them achieve results,” Mark said.

The next round of Bootcamp begins on Monday 18th September and will run for eight weeks on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 6am to 6:45am.

“Mark said, “It’s a bit of fun in a friendly atmosphere and each client works to their own ability” For further information or to get involved in the Bootcamp, call Mark at Mr Health and Fitness on 0407 402 446 or visit www. mrhealthandfitness.com.au

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Your next holiday destination awaits

ESCAPE WITH MARDIE’S HELP… Escape Travel in Shepparton has welcomed its newest team member, travel consultant, Mardie Guppy, who is eager to help you through your options for your next holiday destination. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

WHETHER you love exotic locations, parts of the world that offer thrill and adventure, or relaxation and tranquillity, nothing quite beats the excitement of a holiday. Welltravelled, new consultant at Escape Travel in Shepparton, Mardie Guppy is able to take you through a range of fantastic deals and options, meaning your next holiday destination awaits.

Mardie said, “I transferred from another travel agent in Shepparton to Escape Travel on the August 1. I enjoy the more personal, quiet team environment, where I get the chance to spend more time with my clients and really meet their high expectations. Escape Travel has fantastic, exclusive, tailor made holidays.

They still have a competitive and wide range of travel products and the ever popular travel expos.

“I started in the travel industry back in 1989, so at a young age I got the travel bug.

“I have travelled to many cities and

countries. My top six must visit travel destinations would have to be the Yucatan in Mexico with its sensational beaches, the Mayan ruins for the unbeatable food and music, South Africa for wildlife you dreamed about when you were a kid and Nepal, which offers the challenge of the trek and I love the people and the Himalaya. The Canadian Rockies has spectacular scenery, Italy for its age and history, not forgetting the food, and finally the Kimberley, an unmissable part of the amazing land of ours.

“Anybody who is about to travel or has plans to in the future, make sure to enjoy the moment and challenge yourself. Lastly, don’t over research your destination. Let it surprise you,” Mardie said.

Visit the Escape Travel team at 68 High Street, Shepparton or call 5858 7700 to book your travel consultation, or visit www. escapetravel.com.au/ for more information.

Approval given for amendments to fast-track new SAM continued from front page THE museum is already one of Shepparton’s leading attractions, and once the new building is complete, it’s expected to attract more visitors to the region from across the state and nation, boosting local visitor spending by more than $6M annually. Construction of the project will also create 72 direct and 109 indirect jobs, injecting $34.5M into the local economy.

Planning approvals follow a $10M investment by the Labor Government to help Shepparton showcase its strengths as a regional cultural hotspot. The project is also funded by the City of Greater Shepparton and the Commonwealth Government.

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and it’s a great chance for Shepparton to showcase its strengths as a cultural hotspot.”

Greater Shepparton City Council Deputy Mayor, Cr Kim O’Keeffe said the decision was welcomed and will ensure the project can progress quickly to the build stage.

“We are on track to have the former Shell Service Station and café demolished before the end of the year ensuring the two year build can commence in 2018,” Cr O’Keeffe said.

“This is a very exciting project for the municipality and an important one that positions Greater Shepparton as a progressive region not only in the arts world but as tourism destination.

“Developments such as these instil confidence amongst business that Shepparton is growing and prepared for the future and will attract new investment to the area.”

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LIFE MEMBERSHIP HONOUR… Colin Edwards being presented his life membership with Shepparton Youth Club Cricket Club (now Shepparton and Youth Club United Cricket Club) by Jim McGregor in 1965. Photo: Supplied.

A NATURAL TALENT… Colin Edwards reaching for the ball at football training with Shepparton United Football Club at ‘The Rec’ (Deakin Reserve) with Tom Carey and Garry Buzwell in 1963. Photo: Supplied.

A true sportsman IT ISN’T often that you come across a true local sporting legend, but when you look back at the life of the late Colin Edwards that is exactly what you see. Colin will forever live on not only in hearts and memories of his loved ones, but also in the minds of the many local sporting clubs and groups that he left a piece of himself with over the years.

It all began in 1937, when one of the best all-round sportsmen the Goulburn Valley would ever see was born. Even as a youngster, Colin had always had a keen interest in sports, but really got into his element when he began his sporting career playing football for Lemnos as a teenager, starring in the senior’s side. His football career continued on when he went to play for City (now Shepparton) United and Shepparton East, taking to the grounds as ruck rover and in a variety of other positions until he settled into full back. At 30 years of age, Colin may have thrown in his footy boots as a player, but continued his legacy passing on his knowledge to younger players as coach of the thirds for two years in the early 1970s.

Colin had a long list of achievements in his days on the footy grounds including playing

only be a selector and assistant manager of the Shepparton Cricket Association team to Bendigo Country Week but also to take to the green of a different kind, playing lawn bowls and kicking into gear his interest in racing horses, owning four horses at one time.

Once again, he proved himself in the sporting world, being taking out the 19992000 B Grade RSL Club Championship, the 1998 Diggers Bowls Competition, the 19992000 Season Club Triples with G. Clarke and J. Doyle, the 2003 Russell Smith Memorial Triples with M. Mckinnis and G. Guymer and was division 4 winner of the 2006 Pennant.

As well as his long connection with local sports, Colin liked to keep his hands busy running his own plumbing business when he was in his prime. After he retired from plumbing he took up furniture restoration and found himself as an avid gardener, managing his vegetable garden right up until recent years, which his family and friends all reaped the benefits of.

Colin will be survived by his wife, Janet Edwards, children, Karen and Geoff, grandchildren, Stephanie, Madelyn and Lily and Great Grandchildren, Cooper and Nixon.

In memory of Colin Edwards 1937-2017 in the 1959 Premiers with Lemnos (with Doug Palmer as coach/captain), then playing in the 1962 Premiers with City (now Shepparton) United and being crowned the Best and Fairest in 1963.

Despite his natural talent for football, Colin found his true passion in cricket, where his talent continued.

Playing for Shepparton Youth Club Cricket Club (now known as Shepparton and Youth Club United Cricket Club) and then going on to play for Karramomus, he was an all rounder but better known for his bowling. To show just how much talent Colin had, he made 127 not out in a match against Footballers on March 11, 1961, which included an amazing 12 sixes and in the 1970 final he took 7-36 against St Brendan’s. But it wasn’t just on the footy

grounds that his achievements could be noted.

He played in and captained the 1970 Youth Club A Grade Premiership, went on to do it all again a second time, was awarded Life Membership for Youth Club in 1965 and was actually known for his fast medium paced right arm bowling, winning the Clark Trophy bowling average twice.

You might think that his talents stopped there, but Colin was also an avid player of table tennis in his youth and had an interest in golf. In fact, on August 27, 1977 at the age of 39, he took to the green at Shepparton Golf Club and was sitting on 5 under par, heading for a course record, when he suffered a stroke that ended his game prematurely.

But the stroke didn’t stop him with his sporting endeavours as he went on to not

Masters series to tee off From left, Numurkah Golf & Bowls Club head professional, Anthony Saunders, Mooroopna Golf Club head professional, Reanna Matthews, Greater Shepparton City Council Mayor, Cr Dinny Adem and Ladbrokes PGA of Australia Vic/Tas tournament coordinator, Heath McLeod at Mooroopna Golf Club, where the Greater Shepparton Masters Pro-Am will be held on December 14 and 15 as part of the Ladbrokes PGA Pro-Am Series. This will be the fourth year Greater Shepparton has hosted the event, with Mooroopna Golf Club hosting the first round on Thursday, December 14 with Numurkah Golf & Bowls Club hosting the final round the following day. PGA Professionals such as Ashley Hall, who was runner up to Jordan Spieth in a playoff for the 2016 Australian Open, will headline the field as they compete for a share of $25,000.

Photo. David Lee.

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Football Adviser

Wednesday 6th September, 2017

GVL Seniors Results Semi Finals

with Matthew Chilcott Goulburn Valley League Adviser Footy Tipsters

Kyabram (106) ..............def .................Seymour (58) Shepparton (102)........def ..............Rochester (56)

GVL Seniors Preliminary Finals Sunday, September 17 Seymour .......................... vs................... Shepparton

GVL A Grade Results Semi Finals

MATT CHILCOTT (90) Shepparton

DINNY ADEM (76) Shepparton

DAMIAN DRUM (82) Shepparton

DAVID FOX (77) Seymour

JACQUI HUDGSON (91) Shepparton

KYLE POWER (90) Shepparton

SUZANNA SHEED (69) Shepparton

JOHN RYAN (94) Shepparton

DARRYL TWITT (88) Shepparton

MARTIN GLEESON (92) Shepparton

Kyabram (53) ................def ..... Shepp United (44) Shepparton (58) ..........def ...... Shepp Swans (41)

GVL A Grade Preliminary Finals Sunday, September 17 Shepp United............... vs................... Shepparton

2017 Ladder GVL Seniors 2017 Ladder Kyabram .....................................................72 Shepparton..................................................56 Seymour.......................................................52 Euroa ...........................................................52 Rochester ....................................................48 Benalla ........................................................40 Echuca ........................................................32 Mansfield .....................................................24 Tatura ............................................................20 Shepparton United ....................................16 Mooroopna .................................................12 Shepparton Swans .......................................8

GVL A Grade 2017 Ladder Kyabram .....................................................72 Shepparton..................................................60 Shepparton United ....................................48 Benalla ........................................................46 Shepparton Swans .....................................42 Echuca ........................................................38 Euroa ............................................................38 Mooroopna .................................................32 Seymour........................................................20 Rochester ....................................................16 Tatura ............................................................14 Mansfield .......................................................6

WHO WILL GO HEAD-TO-HEAD WITH KYABRAM?… The clash this weekend between Seymour and Shepparton will determine who will go head-to-head with Kyabram in this year’s GVL Grand Final.

Pictured, Jonty Wardle (Shepparton Bears). Photo: Bailey Opie Photography.

Playing for second?

PR E L I M I NA RY Fi n a l d ay u su a l ly produces the best final of a final series and the clash between Seymour and Shepparton will be no different; it’s going to be a beauty.

Now, looking from the outside in, it appears that this is a game that is going to determine second spot in 2017 as Kyabram breezed through to the Grand Final last week with an easy win over Seymour and continued their unbeaten season. We only need to go back to 2014 when the Shepparton Swans upset Benalla in the decider so a win here to either of these sides will give them the confidence to back it up and upset Kyabram the following week.

These two sides met just once during the

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season and it happened to be at Deakin Reserve also. The Bears lead by six goals at the final change in that game and then ended up winning by 25 points. It was a comfortable win by them and Seymour will need to start well this week.

Big Ash Holland in the ruck is coming off a best on ground display in last week’s Semi Final win and John Bradaric kicked five goals also. Brandyn Grenfell was one of the Lions’ few winners last week but Seymour has the artillery to bounce back hard. Jason Cole, Harry Wheeler, Ben Clifton, Rory Scopel and Brent Ryan are all class and want a spot in the grand final.

It really is a toss of the coin this one but Shepparton at home will be the victors.

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