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Sports precinct opens THIS Friday will see a series of celebrations taking place in recognition of the hard work that has brought the vision for the Greater Shepparton Regional Sports Precinct to a reality.

The sports precinct is a unique facility that is rarely found in a regional area, a facility that will reinforce Greater Shepparton as regional Australia’s sporting capital.

Work commenced on the precinct back in early 2015 starting with the construction of the synthetic hockey pitch evolving into a $21M state-of-the-art sporting venue.

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A PLAYFUL, YET EFFECTIVE THERAPY METHOD… From left, Local paediatrician, Dr Peter Eastaugh and Therapeutic Play Specialist and Interventional Therapeutic Play program coordinator, Peta Van Popering have been working to create better outcomes for local children who are at risk of becoming disengaged later in life, through a unique and revolutionary therapeutic play program. Photo: David Lee.

Saving the future of our children

Revolutionary program creating better outcomes for children at risk of becoming disengaged

By David Lee THE lives and future direction of hundreds of children across Greater Shepparton are already on the path to improvement thanks to a unique psychotherapy through play program being run at schools, and this is only the beginning for the revolutionary

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The Interventional Therapeutic Play program, which aims to curb the negative future outcomes for those that have acquired neurological impairments stemming from early childhood environmental trauma, has seen accredited therapeutic play specialists

hired from the beginning of the year to work with schools and parents to identify at risk children, and work with them to improve their educational and relationship outcomes, eventually leading the child to go on and be positively and actively involved in the Continued on page 20 community.

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Children’s Gallery a first for regional Australia

PARENTS, teachers and visitors will welcome the first spaces in any gallery in regional Australia to be dedicated to meeting the specific creative needs of children.

These spaces will be provided in the new Shepparton Art Museum (SAM), and will include both indoor and outdoor places purposedesigned to encourage even the youngest visitors to explore and become more aware of their immediate surrounds.

They will be stimulated to touch, see, hear and feel to satisfy their curiosity and natural desire for learning in opportunities impossible to provide in the current SAM building.

The children’s gallery and outdoor space will encourage curiosity and learning through the sensory, emotional and intellectual stimulation of the children. Experiences will include a dedicated ‘Children’s Gallery’ and ‘Art Play’ space curated by artists alongside the temporary

ART FOR THE KIDS… The new Shepparton Art Museum will be home to the first regional Australian Children’s Gallery. Photo: Supplied.

exhibition gallery. There will also be an outdoor clay playground to allow visitors to explore the materials used in the making of ceramics, inspiring interest and introducing children through play to SAM’s unique collection of ceramics.

The vision for these art spaces includes experiences for school groups.

Working with educational partners, the new SAM will deliver services to cater for curriculum needs from pre-school to tertiary programs.

As Kidstown has drawn tourists to Greater Shepparton, it is expected that this unique Children’s Gallery will draw visitors from across the nation. Taking account of the varied and specific needs and abilities of children, the arts precinct by the lake will be a welcome resource for parents, grandparents, teachers, students and tourists alike.

Biodiversity grants announced for Shepparton groups T H E A n d r e w s L ab o r G ove r n m e n t has announced an additional $4M in community biodiversity grants funding for 110 projects across the state as part of its support for the Biodiversity On-ground Action program.

Member for Northern Victoria, Mark Gepp said local community initiatives, such as the ‘Breathing Life into the Bushland’ and the renewal of threatened plant conservation projects along the BrokenBoosey-Nine Mile Creek system, will receive part of the $4M in funding to help protect, improve and expand habitats for Victoria’s native plants and animals.

Friends of the Australian B otanic Gardens Shepparton will receive a $29,092 community biodiversity grant to help them conserve and improve the significant urban bushlands of the Australian Botanic Gardens in Shepparton.

Goulburn Valley Environment Group will

receive $44,945 in community biodiversity grant to enable them to re-assess the status of habitats and species’ populations along the Broken-Boosey-Nine Mile Creek system and other reserves in the eastern Northern Plains.

Mr Gepp said, “Many people within our rural communities are already hard at work helping protect and preserve local native flora and fauna.

“In the last year many dedicated local community groups in Northern Victoria helped to reduce threats and improve the survival of threatened species.

“The Government is committed to biodiversity and encourages Victorians to learn more and participate in their local community,” Mr Gepp said.

Community Biodiversity Grants of up $50,000 each have been allocated to 110 projects across Victoria.

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CUSTOMER SERVICE OF THE YEAR… From left, WDEA Employment employment consultant, Robert McAdam, Trevor Phillips Photographics owner/photographer, Trevor Phillips (Customer Service of the Year – Professional Services) and White King-Pental engineering manager, Paul Moore. Photos: Alicia Niglia.

T H E F I NA L nominees for the 2017 White King-Pental 95.3 Triple M Business Awards have been named, and now each of the 100 nominees from this year’s awards are eagerly awaiting the Gala Dinner and Awards Evening, to discover who will be crowned the winners of each category.

This week, Trevor Phillips Photographics received a nomination under the Customer S er v ic e of t he Ye a r – P rofe s sion a l Services category, Shop 221 received a nomination under the Business Award –

BUSINESS AWARD… From left, White King-Pental engineering manager, Paul Moore, Shop 221 sales assistant, Mary Bau (Business Award – Retail Services) and 95.3 Triple M breakfast announcer, Locco.

Retail Services category, The Carrington received a nomination under the Visitor Experience of the Year category, GV L’s 2 P’s received a nomination under the Best New Business - Under Two Years category, MBCM Shepparton received a nomination under the Best New Business - Under Two Years category, Furphy Foundry apprentice fabricator engineer, Adam Menzie received a nomination under the Apprentice/Trainee of the Year category and All Farm Gates received a nomination under the GV

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VISITOR EXPERIENCE OF THE YEAR… From left, Greater Shepparton City Council tourism coordinator, Maree Glasson, The Carrington functions and restaurant coordinators, Blasé Kirne and Linda Stephens (Visitor Experience of the Year) and White King-Pental engineering manager, Paul Moore.

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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BEST NEW BUSINESS – UNDER TWO YEARS… From left, Greater Shepparton Business Centre business development coordinator, Tricia Martinek, GV L’s 2 P’s owner, Craig Brauman (Best New Business - Under Two Years) and White King-Pental engineering manager, Paul Moore.

BEST NEW BUSINESS – UNDER TWO YEARS… From left, Greater Shepparton Business Centre business development coordinator, Tricia Martinek, MBCM Shepparton directors, Emma Glazebrook and Amelia Wright (Best New Business - Under Two Years) and White King-Pental maintenance supervisor, Kevin George.

APPRENTICE/TRAINEE OF THE YEAR… From left, GOTAFE partnership engagement manager for heath and community services, Susan Huffer, Furphy Foundry apprentice fabricator engineer, Adam Menzie (Apprentice/Trainee of the Year) and White King-Pental maintenance supervisor, Kevin George.

GV HEALTHY WORKPLACE… From left, GV Health manager employment services, Tess Canty, All Farm Gates manager, Ben Moon (GV Healthy Workplace) and White King-Pental maintenance supervisor, Kevin George.

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EVENTS

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

UPCOMING THE SHEPPARTON SENIORS CONCERT will be held on Thursday, September 28 from 1:30pm at the Welsford Street centre. Guest artist is Johnny Doyle. Entry is $5, which includes afternoon tea. Everyone is welcome. For enquiries or bookings, phone 5821 4921 or 5821 9580.

THE ST AUGUSTINE’S OLD TIME DANCE will run on Saturday, September 30 from 8pm to 12pm at the St Augustine’s Hall on Orr Street, Shepparton. Music will be by Jan Doherty’s Splinters Live Band. There will be a program of old time favourite dances, lucky spots, door prizes and raffles.

Proceeds go to Shepparton Uniting Church Building Fund. All welcome. Admission is $8. Please bring a plate to share. For enquiries, contact Ted on 5822 0424.

SENIORS WEEK BUS TRIP is run by Murchison Neighbourhood House and will be going to Cactus Country Strathmerton on Wednesday, October 18. Cost is $35 and covers morning tea, entry, lunch and afternoon tea.

Leaves Murchison at 9am with pick up in Mooroopna and Shepparton available (please ask when booking). Seats are limited and bookings are required by phoning 5826 2373 between 9:30am and 2:30pm weekdays.

THE SALVATION ARMY THRIFT SHOP is now open between 9:30am and 4:30pm every Saturday. Come in and see us for a friendly chat and find yourself some bargains at 3 Mill Street, Mooroopna.

DO YOU OR A FAMILY MEMBER HAVE ASTHMA? Come along to a free community education session at North Shepparton Community & Learning Centre (training delivered by The Asthma Foundation Victoria). Here you will find out more about Thunderstorm Asthma, who is at risk, how to perform Asthma First Aid and the link between Asthma and hay fever. Phone (03) 5821 5770 to reserve your spot.

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.

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ONGOING MENTAL WELLBEING: DEPRESSED? ANXIOUS? ISOLATED? SUFFERING GRIEF OR LOSS? KNOW SOMEONE WHO IS? The Shepparton Grow group meets weekly to offer peer support and use a proven program for mental wellbeing on Wednesdays from 1pm at 11 Service Street, Shepparton. All welcome. For further information, contact Lindy on 0448 052 769.

ARE YOU A SINGLE OR STAY AT HOME DAD? Would you like to meet new people and build close friendships for you and your children? Do you enjoy a beer and barbeque with the boys? If yes, show your interest by emailing Shepp stay at home dads at sheppshd@gmail.com BARGAINS FOUND AT THE SALVATION ARMY THRIFT SHOP, 3 Mill Street, Mooroopna. Open weekdays from 10am to 4pm and Saturdays from 10am to 12:30pm. All funds raised from sales stay in the Goulburn Valley to directly support the work of The Salvation Army.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED at The Salvation Army Thrift Shop, 3 Mill Street, Mooroopna. Weekdays from 9:30am to 4:30pm and Saturdays from 9:30am to 1pm. Register your interest by visiting the shop or contact us on 5825 4308.

ORCHARD DAY CLUB meets on second and fourth Thursday of each month from 10:30am to 2:30pm at Shepparton RSL for friendly company, gentle exercises, mind games, cards, guest speakers, bus tours and a delicious lunch.

All ages and gender welcome. For further information, phone Judy on 5823 5941 or Betty on 5821 3838.

ASSOCIATION OF INDEPENDENT RETIREES meets on the third Monday of each month at 9:45am at the Overlander Hotel, Benalla Road in Shepparton. Share group meets at 9am. For further information, phone Bill on 5821 1854.

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

NAGAMBIE LAKES COMMUNITY MARKET runs on the first Saturday of every month (except January) from 9am to 1pm. Lots of locally grown and made items, live music, food and drinks. Located in the main street of Nagambie on the banks of Lake Nagambie. Disabled access friendly. For further information, phone 0475 885 047.

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)

Over 150,000 Victorians have cancer. Our job at the Cancer Council Helpline is to provide as much help and support as these people need. Which doesn’t leave much money to publicise the service. But you can help. If you know someone that needs our help, please ask them to give us a call and speak to a cancer nurse.

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LETTERS

OPINION / NEWS

Letters to the Editor TIME FOR SPORTS TO SHARE THE SPOILS

Dear Editor, One of the success stories of the Greater Shepparton City Council over the past decade has been its impressive roll out of major sporting events. This has been well delivered by the current council events team who have built upon the exceptional legacies of former managers who had the vision and insight to plan and develop facilities that can host major events.

Despite this success and the many millions of dollars generated each year for our economy, it is time that local sporting bodies that make these events possible receive greater financial support from the council. Despite the many thousands of hours these organisations contribute to these major events, financial returns are minimal. Burn out of volunteers with little reward for efforts is not a sustainable path.

Councillors have a unique opportunity to build upon the benefits of developing infrastructure for major sporting events, by establishing a funding program to create 3-5 year strategic partnerships with sporting organisations that can attract FOUR schools across the Shepparton region could unite under the Andrews Labor Government’s plan for improving education across as part of a new Shepparton Education Plan.

The plan will look at learning opportunities from birth to post-secondary, however many of the initial findings relate to the structure and operation of the region’s secondary schools.

The latest phase of consultation will consider proposed scenarios of how Shepparton’s secondary education could look into the future. The options already developed through the first phase of consultation with the community include the region’s four

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.

events and visitors to Greater Shepparton and deliver economic benefits to our community.

This funding program would recognise the need to ensure that sporting organisations have the staff and resources to remain sustainable and can more effectively contribute to the social and economic well being of our region. The region’s major events calendar will grow with the type of support.

Maybe some of the few million dollars a year the council spends on publicity and propaganda promoting its ‘achievements’ (also known as delivering services) could be diverted to a more positive use and fund a Sports Strategic Partnership Program. Lets say $300,000 for starters in 2018.

Yours sincerely, Brendan Gosstray, Kialla

JUDGE AND EXPOSE FALSE TEACHERS Dear Editor, I take exception to the push of ‘gay marriage’ with ‘liberal’ supporters like Frank Purcell (recently in the media), because he is the ‘fruit’ of a secular world and where does he get his figures from?

It is only natural that there will be people with different views but what do they base them on? Frank is not setting a moral example for people to follow because he is ‘luke warm’ and Jesus had a bit to say about that (Rev 3:15, 16).

As a fundamentalist I base my beliefs on what the bible teaches because it is a truth far beyond the wisdom of man. If we call ourselves ‘Christian’ we bear the name of Christ and in doing so we have to believe what He teaches and gay marriage is not a part of it.

The bible is full of warnings of what will happen to those who tread the path of secularism and human reasoning (1 Tim 1:10).

It also warns us to ‘judge and expose false teachers.’ These warnings need to be taken seriously because most churches will not warn its people. Rome and Babylon fell on its morals because they became immoral like they did in the days of Noah. Yes, gay marriage will go on with two fathers and two mothers, but at what cost?

Yours sincerely, John Newton, Kialla

Schools could unite under new education plan schools remain operating as is, the four schools remain with minor improvements, one secondary school on one main campus with an additional tech school and Mooroopna precinct development and one secondary school on two campuses, additional tech school and Mooroopna precinct development.

As part of the transformational change, suggestions for a number of options for new facilities are to be considered, including a

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new secondary school, a new tech school, a Mooroopna precinct redevelopment and a new integrated children’s centre.

Further options for consideration will be enhancing teacher capabilities, upgrading school facilities and establishing new approaches to teaching and learning that put students first.

Feedback from the second consultation phase will be used to guide the continued

development of the Shepparton Education Plan, with a final recommendation due to government early next year. The Shepparton Education Plan will be delivered over three stages – this first stage focusing on the town’s secondary schools.

Minister for Education, James Merlino said, “We want to genuinely look at all options and to have an open conversation with the community about opportunities and benefits as well as challenges and constraints.

“The community has spoken, it wants to see change so the young people of Shepparton and Mooroopna have better access to a high quality education and we are listening.”

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SIMPLIFYING BODY CORPORATE MANAGEMENT… MBCM Strata Specialists are made up of two very knowledgeable and likeable professionals who will help you get the best out of your investment. From left, co-directors, Amelia Wright and Emma Glazebrook. Photo: Nicholise Garner.

Get body corporate advice from the experts MBCM co-directors, Amelia Wright and Emma Glazebrook are thrilled to have won two awards at the recent MBCM Strata Specialists Franchise Awards – the Community Spirit award for their work w it h t he M BC M Nor t her n Country Women’s League this season and the award for Excellence in Sales and Marketing for 2017.

Amelia said, “We’re really proud of the work that we do and we really want to help people understand how body corporates work. For anyone who already owns or is thinking of buying a unit in a body corporate, we are launching our strata community advisory sessions on Tuesday October 3 at 6pm with a free, no obligation information night, open to anyone with any interest in body corporates or owners corporations, such as developers, owners, investors and agents.

“There will be a short presentation on the basics of Owners Corporations and then an open Q&A session for anyone to raise any queries they may have in relation to units, body corporates, r ules and regulations, rig hts and responsibilities etc. Refreshments will be served.”

MBCM Strata Specialists have moved to a new purpose designed office at 98A Wyndham Street in Shepparton. Check out MBCM’s new offices at the free owner information session on Tuesday October 3: To register your interest, call Emma or Amelia on 03 5831 2913 or email us at info@mbcmshepparton.com.au

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JUST IN TIME FOR THEIR BIG SPRING SALE… From left, Stephen’s Jewellers second in charge, Annie Dimitipoulos and sales assistant, Mary Mulkeen are enjoying their beautiful new work space.

Photo: Nicholise Garner.

STEPHEN Schneider owner of Stephen’s Jewellers is very proud to bring his vision of sleek modern store design and functionality to Shepparton Marketplace.

Stephen said, “We’ve come a long way since the beginning of our journey as Shepparton Showcase Jewellers in Fryers Street, Shepparton, back in 1994. The new Shepparton Marketplace store is a design three years in the making and draws on design elements gathered in more than 20 years of research of the jewellery industry within Australia and internationality.

“We have once again partnered with several local professional trades to deliver the end result and we’d like to thank prominent local businesses Kitchenwise, Moretto Building, Midland Electrical, Mooroopna Glass, Signs and Lines and Shepparton Carpet court for their commitment to this project. We are all very proud of the end result and to be nominated in the 2017 Shepparton Chamber of Commerce retail

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Business awards is a nice acknowledgement.”

For Lisa, Annie and the Stephen’s Jewellers Marketplace customer service team, the sleek store delivers some amazing new jewellery collections and shopping experiences to their consumers. Such as the latest ‘Shop in Shop’ experience from PANDORA Jewellery the world’s most popular jewellery collection.

Stephen has also introduced a new collection of unique Australian Argyle Diamond set jewellery into the new store.

Stephen’s Jewellers Marketplace sales team leader, Lisa said, “We have also been conscious of maintaining the quality jewellery and watch brands our Shepparton Marketplace customers have enjoyed over the past 18 years. We pride ourselves on delivering a quality gift giving opportunity across all price points.”

S t e p h e n’s J e w e l l e r s S h e p p a r t o n Marketplace is open 7 days a week and most public holidays for added shopping convenience.

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Excellent quality compost fertilising our region H GREEN waste trucks are so high tech these days, they have cameras which take snap shots of the green bin and recycling waste from each household and for any households that accidentally contaminate their green waste bin with non organic matter, a button is pushed, the address identified and a letter is sent out to residents letting them know they have contaminated the green bin.

This is important as green waste is delivered to Western Composting Technology and used to create excellent quality compost for use by farmers and gardening supply businesses in our region.

Western Composting Technology site manager operations, Ken Martin said, “Virtually anything organic goes into the green bin and Shepparton residents have a great reputation for the effort they put into recycling. 95 percent of people do the right thing and are careful not to contaminate the green bin. We run education tours to teach people about how their efforts impact the wider region.”

Western Composting Technology are a best practice facility who sterilise and transform 20K tonne of green waste each year into weed free compost. Green waste is delivered to Western Composting Technology, weighed in and processed from all over Victoria, including Shepparton, Benalla, Strathbogie, Surf Coast Queenscliff and Wangaratta and the Moira Shire. The outcome is tonnes of high quality compost that is used again to enrich the Goulburn Valley and surrounds.

Join Greater Shepparton City Council on a free discovery tour of Cosgrove Landfill, Shepparton Resource Recovery Centre and Western Composting Technology.

Wednesday, October 4, 2017. A bus will be departing from Shepparton Library at 9:45am to 12:45pm.

Bookings are essential, please call 03 5832 9700 or contact Western Composting Technology for more information on 5831 8776.

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FILLING UP WITH THE GOOD STUFF… Working to make high quality compost out of green bin waste, Western Composting Technology site supervisor John King and site manager operations, Ken Martin. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

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Printing for the future, inspiring young minds WHEN Australian Education Ministers signed up to the Melbourne Declaration on Educational Goals for Young Australians in 2008, they identified literacy and numeracy and knowledge of key disciplines as the cornerstone of schooling for young Australians. They also recognised that schooling should support the development of skills in crossdisciplinary, critical and creative thinking, problem-solving and digital technologies, which are essential in all 21st century occupations.

These objectives lie at the core of the national science, technology, engineering and mathematics (ST EM) school education strategy. The government is investing in improving STEM education and are offering school grants in an effort to lift student engagement and attainment in STEM and to support teachers to improve student outcomes.

Viatek account manager, Bevan Hall said, “We have recently run an open day encouraging local schools to take advantage of the six monthly grants available in support of the STEM education program. Our new 3D printer is a fantastic example of how money can be well spent to engage children in STEM learning, giving students the opportunity to bring creative concepts to life.”

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PRINTING IN 3D… Viatek account manager, Bevan Hall shows off some of the fantastic 3D items he’s recently created. Photo: Nicholise Garner.

As well as the new 3D printers, Viatek can help with all your printing, scanning and photocopying needs. From a small office to a large enterprise, Viatek can tailor a managed print and copy solution to suit your unique requirements.

Speak to the team at Viatek about your schools grant

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opportunity and how Viatek can expand student’s learning opportunities and bring technological systems and support to your school.

For more information, contact the team at Viatek, 193B Corio Street, Shepparton or phone 1300 654 695.

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Local wins industry lifetime achievement award LOCAL resident and BeyondHousing’s CEO, Celia Adams has been named the winner of the prestigious Beth Thomson Lifetime Achievement Award in the Victorian Homelessness Achievement Awards.

The award recognises an individual who, over the course of their career, has demonstrated commitment and leadership in the provision of effective and empowering responses to homelessness in Victoria.

Celia said, “My hope is through continued lobbying and advocacy for appropriate services and funding, that all of us who work in the homelessness sector can be done out of a job in my lifetime. And that I won’t have to explain homelessness to my son, or talk to him about how unfair, unjust and

unnecessary homelessness is in this country.

“I believe most Aust ralians don’t understand the fundamental causes of homelessness and I am committed to raising awareness of homelessness and its impact on individuals, families and the broader community.

“Regional services are struggling to meet demand as there is an inflow of people seeking employment and affordable housing whilst at the same time family violence, alcohol and drugs, and mental health issues are as prevalent in regional areas, as in metropolitan Australia.”

AWARDED FOR HELPING TO PREVENT HOMELESSNESS… Local resident, Celia Adams has won the Beth Thomson Lifetime Achievement Award for her work in the field of homelessness.

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Sports precinct opens continued from front page The sports precinct will provide a significant boost to the local economy and will ensure that Greater Shepparton remains a leader in the hosting of major sporting events.

The sporting precinct is anticipated to create visitation of approximately 265,000 participants, officials and spectators over 10 years for national and state-wide events alone, approximately 132,500 of whom will be from outside the region.

Visitor spending to the region will approximately be to the value of $82M over 10 years or $8.2M per year. The precinct will support approximately 105 full time jobs on an ongoing basis in visitor-related sectors such as accommodation, retail, cafes and restaurants.

Greater Shepparton City Council Mayor, Cr Dinny Adem said, “This is undeniably a world class facility that we in Greater Shepparton should be immensely proud of.

“We can see that the years of hard work have paid off, with a facility that can be utilised and enjoyed by our community, while having the potential to attract and host national and international events. It’s the perfect blend.”

Goulburn Valley Hockey Association president, Ian Ritchie said, “Having access to two fields has now given the Association a great deal of flexibility in hosting more matches in Shepparton, particularly when accommodating competing teams from Euroa, Benalla, Echuca and Bendigo.

“The redevelopment of the hockey fields, together with the soccer, netball and athletics tracks is certainly making the precinct very attractive to other user groups, particularly schools, as the precinct now is a one-stop shop for a wide range of sports activities.”

Shepparton South Soccer Club president, Gino Cirillo said, “We have found the new precinct to be a huge improvement, and we’re fortunate that we can play on fields of such quality.

“The beauty of the precinct is that it will entice young kids to play soccer and their families to come along to watch.

We’re also hoping to see many national and international competitions come to Shepparton to use these great the facilities,” Mr Cirillo said.

Shepparton Netball Association president, Diane Orr said, “The new Shepparton Sports Precinct has given our community a

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first class sporting facility which is well laid out, easily accessible and will be a significant drawcard for major sporting events in this region for many years to come. Shepparton Netball Association congratulates the Greater Shepparton Council on the provision of this facility.”

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GOULBURN Valley Pregnancy and Family Support (GVPFS) – Caroline Chisholm Society – have provided help and support to local mums and families for more than 40 years now.

From the time parents first learn of their pregnancy until their youngest child is school age, GVPFS do what they can to support families in need.

Caroline Chisholm Society CEO, Helen Cooney said, “We accept donations of pre-loved baby/children’s goods and we are grateful to have had a lot of support from mothers on social media sites – such as Facebook. We have good supplies of clothes these days, however we are always in need of boy’s clothes (sizes 3-8).

“Mums and families (including Dads) come to us for new and pre-loved baby and maternity goods as well as social and emotional wellbeing support, often they need more than goods, they are looking for a warm and welcoming environment where they will find a listening ear.

“We see about 500 appointments per year with the main issues our families are facing being poverty, social isolation, migration issues, family violence and risk of homelessness.”

GVPFS also run a Nappy Collective Drive in May and October every year and their Baby Box Project has been another way of providing support to families in need. Helen said, “Our baby box project gave us data to show that the families want support, which demonstrates we are still needed.”

GVPFS are a drop off point for the Nappy Collective Drive in Shepparton and they and one other organisation in Shepparton are beneficiaries. The nappies collected/donated are distributed to families in need.

IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO RAISE A CHILD… Goulburn Valley Pregnancy & Family Support have been providing much needed support to local families for more than 40 years. From left, Caroline Chisholm Society, Goulburn Valley Pregnancy & Family Support Service lead practitioner, Maree Chin and volunteer, Dawn Tricarico. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

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More than a motor show SHOW AND SHINE REVVING INTO EUROA… Motor enthusiast, get ready for the excitement of this year’s Australian National Show and Shine – Euroa. Photos: Supplied.

T H E Au st ra l ia n Nat iona l S how a nd S h i ne – E u roa proudly claims to be one of the top ‘Show and Shine’ events in the nation, after all, you don’t get to use the term ‘Australian National’ without having earned it.

To g e t h e r w i t h m a j o r s p o n s o r , Shannons Insurance, the show focuses on presenting some of the best examples of cars, bikes and many other ‘things with engines’ to the excited hordes of motoring enthusiasts who flock to the show on the first Sunday of October each year.

There are exhibitions from motoring clubs, both cars and bikes, of their absolute best machines across current, vintage, veteran and classic classes.

This year, there will be over 70 prize c ate gor ie s , i nclud i ng not on ly t he usual national and brands but also classifications such as modified, re stored , specia l i nterest , hot rod , original, club display, race car, truck,

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ute, trike…the list goes on.

Aside from the cars, bikes and trucks, there will also be steam engines on display as well as a speedway display and exhibitions by Country Fire Authority, Victoria Police and Ambulance Victoria.

For the family, there are skydivers to watch, helicopter rides, free mini-train rides for the kids, face painting, jumping castles and a petting zoo with lots of hands-on, cuddly, furry things.

The Euroa Show and Shine will also once again be taking it to the streets, spreading the display cars around by including the Euroa CBD as well as the picturesque Seven Creeks Park area.

The highlight of the day will be the presentations of the trophies to the winners, at around 2pm.

Gates open at 8am and the event cont i nue s u nt i l a rou nd 3:30pm on Sunday, October 1. Entry is just $5, with $10 for display vehicles, which includes entry for the driver.

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Revolutionary program creating better outcomes children at risk of becoming disengaged continued from front page

CHARITY NEVER TASTED SO GOOD… Shepparton Pizzas has been digging deep since July this year, raised $347, which they have donated to the Salvation Army Shepparton Corps. The funds have been raised through a special promotion where the community purchases any large pizza from the traditional or gourmet range and not only do they get a free small value range pizza, but 10 percent of the proceeds are collected for the local Salvation Army Shepparton Corps, who will use the funds to help the community. From left, Salvation Army Shepparton Corps corps officer, Captain Karyn Wishart and Shepparton Pizzas business owner, Kruz Patel. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

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LOCAL paediatrician, Dr Peter Eastaugh said, “The statistics that we are gathering are already showing that there is a real problem and we have let this issue get out of control.

“The number of children who have experienced environmental trauma that has had an impact on their growth has increased by 10 fold in the last 20 years.

“Programs like this can make a huge difference to the lives of children.

“They give us an opportunity to intervene and change the trajectory that the children’s lives may take.

“St udies sug gest that most adult family violence behaviour comes from early childhood, so early intervention is important.

“In 2011, there were in excess of 200 children from schools in the Shepparton district who were on a waiting list for developmental or behavioural paediatric assessment, with approximately 50 percent of these children attending the Shepparton Neighbourhood Schools, which is a collaborative effort of five schools across the Shepparton region who service some of the most disadvantaged communities/children in the Shepparton region.

“Upon identifying the need to act early, the neighbourhood schools partnered with myself to provide paediatric services to those children who attended the schools from vulnerable families.

“Therapeutic play is psychotherapy in childhood focussing on the ‘right brain’ or subconscious brain. The neurological impact of environmental trauma requires intensive therapeutic intervention and this project aims to evaluate the impact of therapeutic play in schools on an identified population of children who have had a community based paediatric assessment.

“Non Directive Child Centred Play Therapy (CCPT) is a developmentally appropriate counselling approach for children from the age of two years. The purpose of the play based therapeutic intervention is an endeavour to repair the neurological impairments that have resulted from early childhood trauma.

“Through their language of play children can use toys and materials to express themselves within the context of a safe therapeutic relationship.

“This method permits a focus on the child, most particularly his or her inner self, maintaining the assumption that play therapy can be most affective when the therapist does not direct but allows the child to take responsibility for the direction of the play therapy agenda.

“In CCPT children work through life experiences, past or present, conscious or unconscious, traumas and anxieties through symbolic and metaphoric means.

Play allows children to re-enact frightening real life events through the use of toys and does not rely on verbal communication, as this narrative is often unaccessible to the

child on a verbal level, this re-enactment is important because it provides a way for children to control in fantasy what is unmanageable in reality. Through play and the safety of the therapeutic relationship children can begin to make sense of their experiences and are free to transform an event and change their role from one of passivity into a role of active investigator or controller. From this experience child gain an increased understanding of self, their world and past experiences, which nourishes the development of new neural connections within the child’s brain.

Through this process children develop an understanding of self, social, emotional, relational, and problem-solving skills and strategies, gaining psychological insight all which leads to healing, self-discovery and growth.

“The way the project works is that teachers or parents identify problem and then the paediatrician completes a consultation in the school with the family to identify the problem. Then the paediatrician, therapists, teachers, parents and others involved in the child’s life come together and work on the reversing the effects of environmental trauma.

“Environmental trauma produces an acquired brain injury in these children. This affects the behaviour of the child’s brain.

“In essence, the impact these children have on others who don’t have problems and the resources and impact on the community in the long run is enormous.

“We received significant support from the Sir Andrew and Lady Fairley Foundation which contributed $30,000 to train three therapeutic play specialists. The three Neighbourhood Schools also used recent State Government Equity Funding to employ one fully trained play specialist and also provide further funding for the three training therapeutic play specialists.

“We are eternally grateful to the Sir Andrew and Lady Fairley Foundation for their support and their belief in this form of therapy.

“Nowhere else in the world is doing this using the structure we are using.”

Therapeutic Play Specialist and program coordinator, Peta Van Popering said, “This is a relationship based therapy, so the impact of this program varies from child to child.

“For some, it’s a really positive step to build relationships with the therapist, which can then flow on to other relationships such as peers, parents and teachers.

“So far we’ve seen a reduction in anxious behaviours, better peer relationships built and increased participation in active learning and learning engagement.

“It’s all about letting the children lead and allowing them to be comfortable and open up in an indirect way to allow us to better identify the issues that are affecting their behaviour and then working with everybody involved in that child’s life to create a better and more positive outcome for the child.”

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AUSTRALIA is so big and there is so much to see, but still many of us have never travelled to the outback.

Mardie Guppy from Orrvale had seen many parts of Australia with husband, Chris but this time she wanted to take her two girls, Charli, 10, and Miley, 7, to see how vast Australia is.

They took a 4X4 camper trailer and headed off. It was a great experience camping along the way. The first big highlight for the girls was Uluru.

It is so big Charli and Miley just stood there as they took it all in. They set up camp in view

of the ‘rock’ and the girls climbed onto the roof of the 4X4 and watched the spectacular display as the sun set on the rock with the colours changing from bright orange to deep pupil.

Next was Kings Canyon. It was a four hour walk into the rim of the gorge and it was well worth it for the views. That night they camped out in swags. During the night you could hear the dingos howling and the girls could hear them passing by their swags. The next morning, Charli and Miley counted the paw prints around their swags. They were delighted and from then on the girls spent every night sleeping out under the stars in their swags.

They now headed for Halls Creek. The road was rough but dead straight and a bit corrugated and the closer they got to Western Australia the rougher the road became.

They arrived at Cape Leveque, above Broome, where they stayed for three nights.

It’s an Aboriginal community. They set up camp next to the beach and enjoyed the spectacular views over the beach; the water and the sunsets.

They now set off for Broome, but along the way decided to spend some time at Quondong Beach. It’s like Cable Beach only there are no tourists and it is very serene.

They had two nights with the views all to themselves.

At Broome they caught up with friends.

Chris and friend Jason decided to take Charli fishing. They took their boat way off shore but although they had many catches they didn’t land a single fish, as the sharks would take them before you could get them into the boat.

Broome is an interesting place. Its beginnings were tied to the pearl industry where many fortunes were made and many lives were lost. The Broome cemetery tells the story with numerous graves of Japanese, Chinese and many other nationalities that gave their lives chasing pearls.

Next was Derby and the Horizontal Falls.

You can only get in by boat or sea plane.

They chose to fly and it looked so spectacular from the air.

They landed in the main lagoon tying up next to a house boat. The falls get their name from the huge tides encountered there as the water rises the lagoon fills but the water comes in through a narrow opening. When the tide drops rapidly the water rushes out

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AUSTRALIA’S FAMOUS ROCK… Charli, Mardie and Miley, enjoying their time at Uluru. (main image) FIRST CATCH… Miley caught her first Barramundi using her own pink fishing rod. (image above)

again almost sucking anything on the high side out between the rocks. The Guppy’s joined other tourists on one of the big boats providing a thrill seekers ride out through the gap. Mardie says it’s something to experience.

They enjoyed barramundi for lunch and then the girls went swimming with the sharks.

They have a pool divided in two by a glass wall, swimmers on one side sharks on the other. Charli and Miley found it an incredible experience.

Now they were off on the Gibb River Road.

It is strictly 4X4 driving and you have to take it a bit easy in case you break something on your vehicle. Finally they arrive at Windjanna Gorge and explored Tunnel Creek.

It’s a huge cave with water running through.

It’s an amazing place and you need torches to find your way. Indeed traditionally the local Aboriginal community would hide in the darkness when white people came.

Next was Manning Gorge. It’s a two hour walk into the gorge. It was hot so on arrival it was time to cool off. From the ridge it was an eight metre jump into the rock pools below.

The water is crystal clear and cool, and the girls loved it.

Now travelling through the Kimberly they arrived at El Questro Station. It’s a huge concern with accommodation from camping to full on resort style living. It’s so big you have to explore it by helicopter or on horseback.

Catherine Gorge is one of the best according to Mardie. You can do a three gorge cruise and it’s an incredible experience and a great place to unwind before heading onto Darwin.

It had been some years since Mardie had been to Darwin and she was amazed by the changes, from the improvements to the waterfront, to the many family friendly restaurants and a stack of attractions to see.

One of the main ones is Kakadu National Park. It is best seen from the air and on the ground the Aboriginal art is amazing but there are lots of crocodiles so there is no swimming.

They also visited Litchfield National Park.

It’s great too and for the family the best place to be as you could go swimming.

They moved on now to the Daly River. It’s an amazing place and provided a chance for the girls to try a hand at fishing. Miley got out her special pink rod and like magic landed

her first Barramundi.

The whole holiday had been filled with the most incredible experiences and while it was time to head back home to Orrvale, for Charli, Miley, Chris and Mardie the memories live on.

Until next time, Safe Travel’n.

Geoff Vallance.

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CRANK UP THE BARBEQUE… Before you crank up the barbeque this spring, make sure you carry out the necessary safety checks.

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WITH the weather warming up, there is nothing more enjoyable than getting outdoors, firing up the barbeque and kicking back to relax, but before you throw the snags on, be sure that you carry out safety checks on your barbeque.

WHEN TO TEST

NO AMMONIA

The barbeque gas bottle, regulator and hose assembly should be checked for leaks using the soapy water leak test every time you reconnect your regulator to the barbeque gas bottle.

You should also test after any long period of non-use, such as at the beginning of barbeque season.

Your barbeque valve and fittings are made from brass.

You must never use any soapy water solution that contains ammonia, when you do your testing as ammonia can cause brass to become brittle and crack.

Be aware that ammonia is found in many pre-prepared glass and surface cleaners, so make sure you read the label before use.

SOAPY WATER SOLUTION You will need a soapy water solution to check for any leaks.

Mixing liquid hand soap with water should work fine. Place the solution in a liquid spray bottle.

It’s a good idea to leave the spray bottle with the barbeque, so it’s always a handy reminder to perform the leak test.

HOW TO TEST Put some soapy water in a spray bottle or a dish.

Turn on the LPG gas bottle without turning on the barbeque. This pressurises the system.

Next, spray the entire valve, regulator and hose assembly with the soapy water.

Alternatively, you can apply the soapy

water with a paint brush, basting brush or it can even be sponged on.

Bubbles will form if there is a gas leak and you may also smell the gas.

You need to test the entire assembly from the gas bottle valve all the way to where the gas hose attaches to the barbeque.

When done, rinse with clean water to remove the soap solution.

Remember to always test the lot every time you re-connect your gas bottle.

If you find a leak, turn off the gas bottle immediately!

Do not turn back on or attempt to use the

barbeque until the problem is rectified.

EXTRA SAFETY TIP The best practice gas safety advice is that gas bottles should only be in a vehicle for the minimum required transport time.

When you do transport a gas bottle, you should consider one added precaution.

After making sure that the valve is firmly closed, you should spray the entire valve assembly to check for any possible leaks, prior to transport.

Do not leave barbeque bottles in an enclosed vehicle unnecessarily.

Outdoor spring maintenance tips GUTTERS AND DOWNPIPES It is really important to make sure gutters and downpipes remain bonded to the home.

Every spring it is necessary to check for loose downpipes and sagging gutters.

Tighten any loose gutter straps and, if pipe extensions have been added to help keep water away from the house, make sure to reconnect any that have come loose.

It is critical to keep gutters and downpipes clear and free flowing.

Consider adding a few helpful accessories to your gutters like screens to cover the pipes or gutter cap systems that go a long way to keep gutters and downpipes free flowing.

INSPECT YOUR ROOF Your roof does the hard work of shielding you from rain, hail and the scorching heat.

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from a securely set ladder. If not, use a pair of binoculars. You’re looking for: curled and missing shingles, rusted and pitted flashing, and cracked caulk around pipe collars, skylights and other roof penetrations.

REPAIR PAINT Keep painted surfaces in good repair by scraping off any chipped and peeling paint and spot painting exposed surfaces. The worst thing you can do is leave wood exposed, because that’s when it will begin to rot.

TRIM OVERGROWTH Spring is a good time to trim branches of shrubs and trees away from your house. Get an early start before leaves grow and while you can see individual limbs. Keep branches 150cm to 200cm away from your house so they can’t conduct moisture onto your roofing and siding. You’ll also help discourage possums from exploring ways to nest in your roof.

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Beat the heat this Christmas AFTER 26 years, Sue Johnston is now the sole owner of Wyndham Décor and is looking forward to helping customers, old and new, with the same professional service that has always been offered.

Sue said, “With the arrival of Spring, we’re finding business is busy and a lot of people are seeking quotes on outdoor awnings and blinds. Leading up to Christmas I’d certainly encourage customers to get their orders in as soon as possible to beat the Christmas rush. We’re offering our customers a bonus external awnings cleaning product to go with their external awning purchases for the month of October.”

Shepparton’s heat can be unbearable over summer and outdoor awnings and blinds can make the world of difference to any outdoor patio, keeping heat, UV rays and insects out and creating a great new space in your home.

For all of your window coverings and soft furnishings, speak to Sue and the team at Wyndham Décor. To get the best advice, quality service and products, phone Wyndham Décor on 5823 5694 or visit the store at 7988 Goulburn Valley Highway, Kialla.

GET IN BEFORE THE HEAT HITS… Wyndham Décor business owner, Sue Johnston can help you achieve the look you’re after in your home and encourages you to act now to get your window furnishings and awnings fitted for Christmas. Photo: Nicholise Garner.

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PLENTY ON SHOW… There will be plenty on show and to do at this year’s Stanhope Ute Show. Photo: Supplied.

Stanhope Ute Show bigger and better EXCITEMENT is revving with preparations well under way for the 2017 Stanhope Ute Show.

The Stanhope Ute Show will be held at the Stanhope Hotel on Saturday, September 23 and the committee has been working together to make this year’s event bigger and better than last year.

Entries are growing for all events, and whether you have a classic ute, feral, 4x4, farm, tradies or even chick’s, pre ‘90s, post 2000, most stickers, furthest travelled or loudest 4, 6 or 8 cylinders, you can enter as many events as you wish.

There will also be mower races and children’s pre-school and primary school mower/ute races on the day along with

boot throwing, colouring competition and best sponge cake competition to keep the whole family entertained.

Children can make a cardboard ute and race it or enter a pram or plastic mower.

If you would like to enter your ute into this year’s show, email Mandi at stanhopepub@mail.com or contact the Stanhope Pub on 5857 2293 for an entry form.

Pre-booking prices of $10 for the first event and $5 for each other event entered.

Catering is available from 8am on the day with registrations still open until 2pm. All funds raised go back into the local community.

FAIR Work ombudsman, Natalie James has welcomed new laws protecting vulnerable workers coming into effect last week.

After gaining royal assent yesterday, the Fair Work Amendment (Protecting Vulnerable Workers) Act 2017 has now come into effect. This means new, higher penalties for serious contraventions of workplace laws and record keeping breaches.

New obligations extending liability for underpayment and other breaches in franchise and subsidiary networks to head offices will start on October 28.

The changes apply to all employers, companies and employees covered by the Fair Work Act but are particularly important for franchisors and holding companies, vulnerable employees and people or companies who do not voluntarily cooperate with Fair Work Ombudsman investigations.

The Fair Work Ombudsman has published a range of information and resources on its website at www.fairwork.gov. au aimed at assisting all workplace participants to understand and comply with their obligations.

Employees can get help resolving workplace issues and also report a workplace concern anonymously on the Fair Work Ombudsman’s website.

The Fair Work Ombudsman’s ‘Record My Hours’ smartphone app is aimed at tackling the persistent problem of underpayment of vulnerable young workers by using geofencing technology to provide workers with a record of the time they spend at their workplace. The app can be downloaded from the App Store and Google Play.

Employers and employees seeking assistance can also contact the Fair Work Infoline on 13 13 94. A free interpreter service is available on 13 14 50.

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Source: emma™, conducted by Iposos MediaCT, people 14+ for the 12 months ending November 2015.

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SUPPORTING THE BREAST CANCER CAUSE… From left, Sporting Shooters’ Association of Australia Shepparton Ladies Pink Ribbon Fundraiser participants, Margaret Dicketts and Wendy Russell, event organiser, Marion Barnes and participant, Michelle McQualter are inviting the community to come down for the fundraiser and learn to shoot while raising funds for a good cause. Photo: David Lee.

By David Lee I N Just a few days, men and women from across the region will get a taste of learning to shoot while donned in pink, when they take part in the Sporting S ho o t e r s’ A s s o c i at io n of A u s t r a l i a (SSAA) Shepparton Ladies Pink Ribbon Fundraiser.

Running on Friday, September 22 from

10am at the SSA A Shepparton range, 1170 M id la nd H ig hway, Sheppa r ton East, women, and men if they are game to wear a bit of pink, are being invited to get involved or drop down to watch, in support the Pink Ribbon Foundation.

The day is being run with three levels of competency, those who have never h a n d l e d a g u n , t ho s e c o m f o r t ab l e

handling a gun and experienced competition shooters, with 50 targets included per shooter.

Event organiser, Marion Barnes, who has been shooting rifles with her dad since she was young, said, “The day is open to men and women. Last year we had many men come down who said they had been touched in some way by breast cancer, and they even braved it and wore something pink.

“We can see this event growing. It’s all a bit of fun for a good cause.

“Last year we had over 80 turn up and helped to raise $2,700. We’d like to see that grow, but any donation is a bonus.

“We have 20 sponsors on board for this event, which has helped us secure two waterfront holidays as prizes. The generosity of our sponsors is massive.

Without their support, these events could not happen.”

Cost is $35 per person for shooters and includes lunch, with $10 going to the Pink Ribbon Foundation, or $20 for spectators and includes lunch and a $10 donation to the foundation.

Bookings are essential. For further information and to book, contact Marion on 0438 522 082.

Sidebottom dropping in SH E PPA RTON foot y fa ns w i l l get the chance to have a beer with Steele Sidebottom at the Murray Football League Grand Final, thanks to Carlton Draught’s Community Cans initiative.

In line with their long history supporting regional footy, Carlton Draught will be creating a Grand Final Front Bar at Murray Football League’s Grand Final match on Saturday to help foster regional footy in Victoria.

The Front Bar will be set up on the side of the field, where footy fans will be able to come in, have a beer and enjoy the game with Collingwood star, Steele Sidebottom.

Head of Classic Brands at Carlton & United Breweries, Tim Ovadia said Carlton Draught was thrilled to be supporting regional footy clubs.

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“We’re very excited to be launching this initiative. Football is a huge part of Australian culture, so it’s important that local leagues and clubs are able to grow and thrive.

“We want to ensure that everyone’s coming down to show their support and enjoy the game, but more importantly, we want to deliver assistance where it’s needed and just make playing footy the best experience it can be, which is where our Community Cans initiative comes into play.”

The Front Bar will be up and running at Ru mbalara Football Grou nds in Shepparton on September 23 for all footy fans at the game to enjoy with proceeds from every Carlton Draught sold being donated to the Murray League.

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GVL Seniors Results Preliminary Final

with Matthew Chilcott Goulburn Valley League Adviser Footy Tipsters

Shepparton (123)........def .................Seymour (56)

GVL Grand Final Sunday, September 24 Shepparton................... vs......................... Kyabram

GVL A Grade Results Preliminary Final

MATT CHILCOTT (91) Kyabram

DINNY ADEM (77) Shepparton

DAMIAN DRUM (83) Kyabram

DAVID FOX (77) Shepparton

JACQUI HUDGSON (92) Shepparton

KYLE POWER (91) Kyabram

SUZANNA SHEED (70) Shepparton

JOHN RYAN (95) Kyabram

DARRYL TWITT (89) Shepparton

MARTIN GLEESON (93) Kyabram

Shepp United (54)......def ......... Shepparton (51)

GVL A Grade Grand Final Sunday, September 24 Kyabram ......................... vs............... Shepp United

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

GRAND FINAL CLASH… Kyabram Bombers will be facing off against the Shepparton Bears in this year’s Grand Final. Pictured, James Wong (Shepparton Bears) and Kyle Mueller (Kyabram Bombers).

Photo: Bailey Opie Photography.

Premiers, champions or both?

WELL, here we are after six months of Goulburn Valley league footy and to be honest, it is no surprise that the Kyabram Bombers have taken all before them again in season 2017 and go into this weekend’s grand final as raging hot favourites.

They have had a few close calls this year but they have stars on every line in Pettifer, Mueller, Burstin, Sheldon, Mangan and Ogden (where do you stop really?). There are 10 more I haven’t mentioned and if anyone has a bad day, one of the others will carry the load.

Shepparton has had a magnificent year finishing second after the home and away games and now find themselves through to the big one. Not an easy task considering

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they lost the Qualifying Final to Kyabram and then had to win two finals to get there. It makes them clearly the second best side in 2017.

The big question is can they pinch the premiership cup off Kyabram?

They have been sensational in their last two finals and with Matt Brett, Mitch Brett, evergreen, Nick Allan and Rowan Hiscock in fine form they will give themselves a great chance. John Bradaric with seven goals in last week’s preliminary final was a fine effort and he needs another seven this week.

Deakin Reserve is the home of the Shepparton Bears but it will be Kyabram to hold the cup up by around five goals.

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