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LOCAL LIVING A DIFFERENT SORT OF LIFE
OVER 125 YEARS OF LOCAL AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL PAGE 3
Snapshots of Greater Shepparton’s past
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3, 2019
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‘Super school’ transitional plan released By David Lee THE transitional plan for students at four of Greater Shepparton’s schools has been released, that will see year levels amalgamated in preparation for the region’s new ‘super school.’ The two-year transition process for the merger will see all year 7 students from Wanganui Park Secondary College, Shepparton High School and Mooroopna Secondary College begin the 2020 school year at the McGuire College campus. Continued on page 23
$208M bypass commitment a big win for Shepparton BYPASS FUNDING RELIEF… From left, Goulburn Valley Highway Shepparton Bypass Action Group chairman, Peter Johnson, Greater Shepparton City Council Mayor, Cr Kim O’Keeffe and Federal Member for Murray, Damian Drum are pleased that the Federal Government has committed to providing the long awaited funding of $208M for stage one of the Shepparton Bypass. Photo: Supplied.
FOR over 20 years the Shepparton Bypass project has been persistently pushed by local parliamentary members, as well as council, advocacy and community groups, transport industry members and the wider community. On Monday, their efforts were realised when the Federal Government announced it would commit to providing $208M in funding towards stage one of the project. The first stage of the project will see a 10km single lane road starting at the Midland Highway in Mooroopna, with a second
river crossing being built that will exit onto Wanganui Road. Greater Shepparton City Council Mayor, Cr Kim O’Keeffe said, “The Shepparton Bypass will improve local business by helping our transport companies move product as quickly as possible and provide another crossing from Mooroopna to Shepparton taking pressure off the Peter Ross-Edwards Causeway and Watt Road. Continued on page 19
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Childhood memory brought to life in large-scale mural By David Lee THE more you admire the 22 foot long mural painted by Big 4 Shepparton Park Lane Holiday Park resident, Joyce Yates on her outdoor wall, the more you notice. The stunningly detailed mural, which is eight foot tall, depicts a scene from along the Murray River complete with a magpie, but what is astounding is the former art teacher painted it only using a childhood memory. Joyce said, “I decided to do it on a whim. It sort of evolved over time but I just kept going and going. I used ordinary house paint, but the hard part was it dried so quickly. “It took me about four weeks to complete. “Memories are made of these images.” Park manager, Max Beard said, “This is the second mural that Joyce has done of this size in the last 20 years. The other one is hanging in the Barooga Sports Club. “It is amazing that she painted it from her memory. I was blown away when I saw it.” Greater Shepparton City Council Mayor, Cr Kim O’Keeffe will soon be taking some time to visit the mural where Joyce will sign it.
A TOUCH OF ART… Local resident, Joyce Yates holding her puppy, Theo in front of a giant mural of the Murray River she painted on a wall at her home in the Big 4 Shepparton Park Lane Holiday Park. Photo: Katelyn Morse.
Shepparton TODAY Partly cloudy. Light winds.
High 28º
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Sunrise: 7:32am Sunset: 7:10pm
Thursday H 28º L 15º
Friday H 29º L 14º
Saturday H 26º L 16º
Shepparton Rainfall Water Level Lake Eildon Waranga Basin
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0.2mm this month
% Full 39.18 39.08
Monday H 24º L 9º
Current Vol (ML) 1,306,424 168,952
Tuesday H 20º L 9º
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WHAT A JOB… Local Katunga resident, Jasmyn Hamilton is currently on her way to outback Northern Territory to take up seasonal work mustering cattle. Photo: Katelyn Morse.
Local living a different sort of life By David Lee LOCAL 19 year old resident, Jasmyn Hamilton lives a bit of a different life than most; when she is not living in Katunga and working on riding and breaking in horses with Daryl Olney to ready them for competitions, she is up in the Northern Territory mustering cattle. Last year in April, Jasmyn headed north and ended up picking up some contract work mustering cattle on Newcastle Waters station 400km south of Katherine. Four months on and she landed a job on Avago Station, a 400,000acre farm 80km west of Daly Waters and a whopping 380km south west of Katherine…literally in the middle of nowhere. From this week, Jasmyn is making the three to five day journey back to Avago Station where she will do it all over again until the season’s end in December.
Jasmyn said, “My best friend did this when she was in year 10 and she said that I would love it, and she was right. “At Avago there is about 16,000 head of cattle and 80 horses, 12 to 15 of which are work horses. We each get three horses to use throughout the season to muster the cattle. We also sort the cattle, brand them, give them their injections and quite a bit more. You get something different every day. “I love meeting new people and dealing with the animals. People come and go throughout the year and at the start of the season you start off with about 12 but by the end that number is closer to five. “We are so isolated that our groceries and supplies come in by plane once a fortnight. “This is definitely something I would suggest for others to do. It is very rewarding.”
Upgrade for Ardmona school begins THE first sod was turned for a $631,592 redevelopment at Ardmona Primary School last week, which will restore its original buildings and refurbish the interior. T he works were desig ned by 1:1 A rchitects and will see the school’s existing classrooms and staffroom undergo structural restoration and modernisation. It will include a complete replacement of the entire roof structure, along with new floor finishes, doors to the flexible classroom, and wall and ceiling linings. Damaged weather boards will be replaced, while a fresh coat of paint will brighten both indoor and external spaces. Bowden Corp has been appointed to deliver the works, which are expected to be
completed by July this year. Minister for Education, James Merlino said, “This exciting redevelopment of Ardmona Primary School is yet another example of the school building boom happening right across Victoria. “Upgrading Ardmona Primary School will give local children access to modern classrooms and facilities and the first-rate education they deserve.” Member for Northern Victoria, Mark Gepp said, “Families in Ardmona will soon have a refurbished primary school for local kids to get the best start in life. “This restoration will mean students and teachers will have a fresh and comfortable environment in which to learn and play.”
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KEEPING STAFF HEALTHY AND HAPPY… Dr Peter Berger carrying out a skin cancer check on Goulburn-Murray Water staff member, Paul Bruce as part of the company’s health and wellbeing program. Photo: Katelyn Morse.
Organisation taking skin care seriously By David Lee HUNDREDS of employees at Goulburn-Murray Water (GMW) are currently taking advantage of skin cancer checks, as part of the organisation’s health and safety initiative. Last year, almost 400 staff underwent the checks with about one in five having serious skin damage and one on 10 referred for further tests. GMW general manager, Alan Arthur said, “This is the second year we have offered the checks to all of our staff. “It has been really well received. “We feel that it is not only for the benefit of our staff but when you invest in health and wellbeing it pays for itself many times over. “Many of our staff routinely work outdoors to maintain gates, meters and other infrastructure at our water storages and along
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thousands of kilometres of irrigation channels. “We travel to about nine of our different locations around the region. “We also want to get the message out to other regional businesses, to either learn about what we do or partner with us and we are happy to share what we have learned.” Lead dermatologist, Dr Peter Berger said, “Currently, two of every three Australians can expect to be diagnosed with skin cancer by age 70, which a staggering statistic. In fact, more people die of melanoma than on our roads. “I was absolutely amazed at how many people are prepared to have their skin checked. “This is a very good program being undertaken by GoulburnMurray Water.”
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AUSSIE HOTEL… From left, The Adviser general manager, Will Adams, GMCU Shepparton member service officer, Maria Varapodio, 2019 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway week two $1,000 winner, Francesca Richards and Aussie Hotel entertainment manager, Ashleigh Hodges. Photos: Katelyn Morse.
WEEK three has arrived for the 2019 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway and we have drawn our lucky winners, who will each walk away with a $1,000 GMCU debit card and automatic entry into the grand prize draw of a $5,000 holiday voucher and $5,000 local shopping spree. Travis Ryan from Shepparton spent over $10 at Fairleys SUPA IGA and was drawn as the first lucky week three winner. Travis said, “It’s good to win something. I am looking forward to making purchases and supporting locals with the money.” Sue Holland was the second week three winner drawn after spending over $10 at Woolworths, Safeway Plaza. Sue said, “This made my Monday. I probably need to update my winter wardrobe so I might use some of it to do that. To anyone thinking of entering,
by all means do and it only takes a couple of seconds.” Our final week three winner, Deb Sizer spent over $10 at Chemist Warehouse Riverside Plaza. Deb said, “Hot diggity dog. How wonderful.” Congratulations to all of this week’s lucky winners and remember, all you have to do to be among next week’s winners is spend a minimum of $10 at any of the participating businesses, fill in your form and drop it in the box provided. You can enter as many times as you like and good luck. This shopping promotion is proudly brought to you by the GMCU and The Adviser. *For a full list of participating businesses, see page 26 of this edition
ANACONDA… From left, The Adviser general manager, Will Adams, GMCU Shepparton member service officer, Kelsey McDonald, 2019 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway week two $1,000 winner, Michelle Pearson and Anaconda Shepparton store manager, Travis Senior.
FAMILY CARE PHARMACY… From left, Family Care Pharmacy pharmacy assistant, Angela Kalafatis, GMCU Shepparton member service officer, Maddi Schultz, 2019 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway week two $1,000 winner, Ray Jones and The Adviser advertising manager, Melanie Spencer.
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How will franking credit removal affect you? LOOKING TO THE FUTURE… Shepparton High School year 10 student, Aleyna Aylin was among 80 students to sign the 2019 Beacon Program charter and take the pledge to take steps to achieve her future dreams. Photo: Katelyn Morse.
Students pledge to aim high By David Lee FUTURE dreams, aspirations and goals were on the minds of 80 students at Shepparton High School last week, when each took a pledge to complete high school and follow their desired career path as part of the 2019 Beacon Program. T he prog ram helps students look toward their future educational and employment plans, with students being asked to first write down what it is they want to do. Some identified they wanted to finish school, become a radiologist, secure an apprenticeship, find pathways to engineering, go to university, become a vet, dental assistant or a pilot. S h e pp a r to n H i g h S c ho ol c a r e e r practitioner, Mary-Ann Linehan said, “The charter signing was the first formal event
for this year’s program and it allows for our students to listen to former students about their varied pathways. “Year 10 is a good time for the students to start identifying their pathway so they can choose the subjects they want to do in their senior years to prepare for that. “The program shows them on how to prepare themselves and gives them skills and the know-how on moving forward with their goals.” Year 10 student, Aleyna Aylin said, “I made the pledge to reach my goal of taking up aerospace engineering and becoming a pilot. “I will do that by going through university and then joining a flight academy school.”
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BE INFORMED… From left, Goulburn Valley Branch of the Association of Independent Retirees executives, Bruce Lloyd, Rae Buswell, Wendy Watters and Gary Buswell. Photo: David Lee.
THE Goulburn Valley Branch of the Association of Independent Retirees (AIR) has concerns about the potential removal of franking credits and is holding an information session for the community to learn more about it. Running on Monday, April 15 from 10:30am at T he Overlander Hotel, the session will be presented by OzPlan Financial Services director, Laurie Pennell, who will explain and discuss franking credits and how they affect those in attendance.
AIR chairman, Bruce Lloyd said, “If there is a change of government at the upcoming election there will be people who will be affected by the removal of franking credits that are paid in cash into their accounts to offset taxable income or for having non-taxable superannuation, which is a significant portion of their income. “We are opposed to the removal and so we are inviting the public who feel they may be affected to come along to the session. “We think the average per person loss will be around $4,000.”
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Tatura’s Flanagan Place being renamed
A NEW NAME… Tatura’s Flanagan Place is being renamed to Memorial Place. Photo: Katelyn Morse.
T HE proposed renaming of Tatura’s ‘Flanagan Place’ to ‘Memorial Place’ has been approved by council after no submissions were received following the publication of a public notice. The potential change was brought to council’s attention after a letter was received from the Tatura Senior Citizens Club requesting the rename. The group highlighted the issue that Flanagan Drive is also located in Tatura, and is creating confusion for emergency services.
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Greater Shepparton City Council Mayor, Cr Kim O’Keeffe said council saw the name change as a great opportunity to avoid further confusion. “I’d like to thank the Tatura Senior Citizens for bringing this to our attention,” Cr O’Keeffe said. “The citizens were in contact with the Flanagan family and they support the name change. “Anything that makes our emergency service responders’ job easier is a positive move.”
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Local pork for your fork at the market this Sunday WEEKENDS are always delightful out at Emerald Bank, with plenty always on to keep the whole family entertained for hours. The first Sunday of every month is especially exciting, with the Shepparton Farmers Market on again this weekend. With over 60 stalls showcasing the finest in fresh produce and local products, The Shepparton Farmers Market is an extremely popular weekend event. There will be live music, food stalls, coffee and so much more, with plenty of space to wander freely or enjoy the serenity in a seat under the shade. Returning to Shepparton Farmers Market this week is the delicious and extremely popular vendor, Goulburn Valley Pork. They specialise in quality and delicious pork, with a paramount emphasis on producing ethically grown pork without compromise. Goulburn Valley Pork co-owner, Sharon Young said, “The Shepparton Farmers Market is set at such a great location, with awesome atmosphere and lots of great local produce. “Come down this weekend and try some ethically produced bacon, chorizo, kabana and some of the best pork belly you will ever try.” The Shepparton Farmers Market will be held this Sunday, April 7 from 9am until 1pm at Emerald Bank, 7725 Goulburn Valley Highway. For further information, visit www. emerald.net.au/shepparton-farmers-market
WHAT AN HONOUR… Local La Trobe University researcher and proud Yorta Yorta woman, Dr Mishel McMahon has received the inaugural Aboriginal Researcher award at the prestigious Victorian Premier’s Awards for Health and Medical Research. Photo: Supplied.
Top researcher awarded premier’s prize
BACON IS MAKIN’ THE WORLD GO ‘ROUND… Goulburn Valley Pork co-owner, Darren Young isn’t great at poetry; but he guarantees that GV Pork is some of the best you’ll ever try. Photo: Supplied.
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LOCAL La Trobe University researcher and proud Yor ta Yor ta woman, Dr Mishel McMahon has had her work on the principles of First Nations childrearing recognised, after taking out the inaugural Aboriginal Researcher award at the prestigious Victorian Premier’s Awards for Health and Medical Research. A re sea rcher i n so cia l work a nd Indigenous Academic Enrichment Advisor for La Trobe University’s Shepparton campus, Dr McMahon was awarded a $5,000 cash prize at a recent ceremony in Federation Square. Dr McMahon said, “I’m honoured to have been recognised for my contribution
to deepening understanding of Aboriginal childrearing, which dates back thousands of years. “I hope my research will improve understanding of Aboriginal childrearing within policy and practice and deliver positive outcomes for both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal families and children.” La Trobe University pro vice-chancellor (Indigenous), Professor Dennis McDermott said, “Mishel’s findings on First Nations childrearing has the potential to have great impacts on Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal parenting. “We couldn’t wish for a stronger role model than Mishel for our students.”
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Enjoy entertainment for a cause GET yourself ready to enjoy the entertaining Silvie Paladino in concert with The Salvation Army Melbourne Staff Band in Mooroopna, all to help support the Baucau people of East Timor. Running on Saturday, April 13 at the Riverlinks WestSide Performing Arts Centre, the tickets are just $30 and money raised will go towards the children’s hostel project, buildings and church maintenance and the purchase of musical instruments. Life Church Mooroopna has worked to help bring the concert to the Goulburn Valley. East Timor fundraising chairman, Lindsay Black said, “Silvie is one of Australia’s most versatile entertainers. She has many theatre credits to her name both here in Australia and overseas. “Apart from her many theatrical credits, Silvie would be well known to many for her regular appearances at Carols by Candlelight in the Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne for her beautiful singing. “Since its formation in 1890, the Melbourne Staff Band has been at the forefront of Salvation Army music making in Australia and beyond. It has distinguished itself with performances in every state of Australia and at many overseas venues, including London’s Royal Albert Hall. As a band of Christian musicians, they are equally comfortable in a wide range of musical styles.” For further information or to purchase a ticket, phone the Riverlinks Box Office on 5832 9511, visit www.riverlinksvenues.com.au or buy your ticket at the door.
CELEBRATION OF CULTURE… From left, Shepparton Italian Festa committee members, Vince Sicali, Vince Tassoni, president, Vince Sagoleo, committee members, Melena Martino and Melisha Iaria. (Absent), committee member, Joseph Iaria. Photo: Katelyn Morse.
Small taste of all things Italy LOCALS will get the opportunity to try out everything traditionally Italian this weekend, with the second annual Italian Festa set to entertain. This Saturday, April 6 from midday until 9pm, Shepparton Showgrounds will come alive with a funfilled evening of entertainment. Entry is free and everyone is welcome; there’s something for the entire family! Throughout the day, there will be live performances, music, dancing, carnival rides and sideshow attractions. And of course, there will be lots of delicious and enticing food. Following the success of last year’s event, the festa has attracted interest from vendors across Victoria, with iconic Melbourne restaurant 400 Gradi set to come to Shepparton to serve their award-winning pizza and pasta.
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There will also be a barbecue, Italian sausages, cannoli, zippoli, cakes and all sorts of Italian sweets and treats. Organised by the Shepparton Italian Social Club, the event promises to be an exciting celebration of all things Italy. Shepparton Italian Social Club treasurer, Vince Tassoni said, “This year will be even bigger than last year with way more food and entertainment. “There will also be kids rides throughout the day and we have fireworks organised for the evening.” Shepparton Italian Festa will take place at the Shepparton Showgrounds, this Saturday, April 6 from midday until 9pm. For further information, visit their Facebook page ‘@sheppfesta.’
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A boost to disability employees’ skills FOUR employees at ConnectGV have been given the chance to upskill thanks to funding provided through the Victorian Government’s Regional Specialist Training Fund. ConnectGV, in partnership with GOTAFE, has been working to increase the scope of allied health support it offers under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), in a bid to provide better quality and more diverse services for its clients. G O TA F E i n t e r i m e x e c u t i ve d i r e c t o r of education, Louise Pearce said ConnectGV worked with GOTAFE to develop the training after the opportunity was identified to upskill their staff and provide a much-needed allied health service to the region. “We have had an ongoing partnership with ConnectGV for a number of years,” Ms Pearce said. “We already understood their needs, so when this opportunity arose through the Regional and Specialist Training Fund we knew ConnectGV would be interested. “Four ConnectGV employees began their training in August and upon successful completion of the course will gain their (HLT43015) Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance qualifications. This will enable them to provide much-needed support to clients in regional areas.” ConnectGV CEO, Carolynne Young said, “We were pleased when GOTAFE was able to not only facilitate the training but also offer reduced fees for employees of Connect GV. “The opportunity to upskill our staff means ConnectGV can provide improved living in the form of therapeutic assistance to our clients under the NDIS.”
SPACIOUS OUTDOOR AREA… From left, The Aussie Hotel entertainment manager, Ashleigh Hodges and events and functions manager, Ian Young enjoying The Outback Bar beer garden. Photo: Katelyn Morse.
Iconic central pub continues strong WITH their delicious, recently updated menu bursting with a great range of meals, the Aussie Hotel is an iconic Shepparton location to take family and friends for a meal, or even just a casual drink or two. Boasting a large glutenfree menu, there’s bound to be something delicious for everyone. Every Friday and Saturday night, live DJs descend on The Aussie Hotel for a massive outdoor dance party in The Outback Bar beer garden. A relatively recent addition to The Aussie Hotel, The Outback Bar is a brilliant and spacious spot to groove the night away or perhaps score some sun during the week, with live acoustic sessions also occurring on Sunday’s once a month. Back inside the Aussie Hotel, Jack’s Bar offers a fantastic, sports-bar like atmosphere, with a pool table,
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TAB and Kino, several large TVs, an incredible sound system and functioning fireplace perfect for chilly winter nights. On Friday nights, Jack’s Bar comes alive with varying degrees of vocal talent and the raucous fun of karaoke night. There’s always plenty on at The Aussie Hotel and it’ll be a great spot to take friends these Easter holidays. For further information, visit www.aussiehotel.net.au or give the friendly team a call on 5821 4011. The Aussie Hotel is located at 73 Fryers Street, Shepparton and is open from 11am every day. Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000 or a $5,000 holiday voucher. The Aussie Hotel is a participating business in the 2019 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway.
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Caravan Park works in preparation for new SAM WORK is underway on changes at the Victoria Lake Holiday Park that will ensure the caravan park is able to trade as normal during the construction of the new Shepparton Art Museum (SAM). The entry for the park has been moved further down Fitzjohn Street with works also including the installation of a boom gate at the new entrance, a new storage and laundry facility, a new reception building and completing some refurbishment works to one of the existing amenities block within the park. Greater Shepparton Cit y Council Director Infrastructure, Phil Hoare said, “There are several works underway at the caravan park site to improve access and facilities and these are being coordinated with the commencement of works on SAM. “We have moved the entry to the caravan park to ensure the safety of park users and to separate traffic away from the SAM work site. “Council is working closely with the existing managers of the park to ensure the changes meet the needs of both visitors and managers. “We are also planning to install a new caretaker’s residence to replace the old residence that is no longer of a standard suitable as a residence. “The caravan park will be able to operate as usual; the changes we are making will assist in the long term redevelopment of the site.”
FOR YOUR DEVICE NEEDS… Located at Riverside Plaza, with lots of free parking available, Mr Digital is an expert in assisting with your phone or tablet. Photo: Ash Beks.
Digital device help delivered WITH the convenience of the Riverside Plaza location with lots of free undercover parking, Mr Digital is the ideal shop for all of your mobile device needs. Offering much more than screen repairs, Mr Digital can also assist with their wide range of products and accessories to suit everyone. There are cases for all types of phones and tablets, available in many styles and colours. Mr Digital doesn’t just repair your broken device; they will restore it to its genuine condition. The high standard of workmanship can provide repair service for a cracked screen, battery replacement, button fix, water damage and even some bigger issues like motherboard damage. There is no job too big or small and their service covers a wide
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range of mobile phone and tablet devices, including Apple, HTC, LG, Nokia, Motorola, Samsung and much more. Call Mr Digital today on 0451 600 318 for a free quote on any repair with no fixed charge. You can find Mr Digital at Riverside Plaza in the centre of the mall near Coles, at 8025 Goulburn Valley Highway, Kialla, or you can keep up to date with everything that’s happening out at Riverside Plaza by visiting www. riversideplazashepparton.com.au Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000 or a $5,000 holiday voucher. Riverside Plaza is home to many participating businesses in the 2019 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway.
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Hop along for school holiday fun
BOUNCE out to Benalla Road these school holidays to see the Shepparton Marketplace come alive with a range of activities and events for the whole family. During the first week of school holidays from Monday, April 8 until Friday, April 12, the Big W square will be filled with a huge range of retro games where kids can have fun challenging each other. There will be table tennis, a giant inflatable dartboard and much more set up and best of all, it’s all free! Then in the lead-up to Easter from Monday, April 15 until Thursday, April 18, Shepparton Marketplace will host a bountiful array of activities in the Easter Zone. For the whole week, children will have the chance to have their photo taken with Easter Bunny, enjoy taking part in Easter crafts and there’s a free Easter Egg for every child. Shepparton Marketplace marketing manager, Lyndal Ford said, “We have some very exciting plans in place for the upcoming school and Easter holidays. “Easter Bunny is really looking forward to having his photo taken with customers and will be giving away Cadbury Solid Eggs! Make sure you check out our website for times so you don’t miss out.” Don’t forget to submit your entries for the Shepparton Marketplace colouring in competition, which also appeared in The Adviser last week,
EGGCELLENT ENTERTAINMENT… This school holidays, Shepparton Marketplace will be bouncing with activity, thanks to the Easter Bunny and Enchanted Rainbow member, Shelley Davis. Photo: Ash Beks.
by Friday, April 26 for your chance to win one of nine Big W vouchers. For more information on what’s on at Shepparton Marketplace, visit their website at www.sheppartonmarketplace.com.au/whats-on or follow ‘Sheppartonmarketplace’. Shepparton Marketplace is open 7 days a week and is located at 110 Benalla Road, Shepparton. Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000 or a $5,000 holiday voucher. Shepparton Marketplace is home to many participating businesses in the 2019 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway.
Way more than just cases! DOES your new device need a trendy new case? Are you in need of screen repair for your phone or tablet? Or maybe you’re just keen to check out the latest in phone, watch and tablet accessories? You can now achieve all of this and so much more now at Caseway Shepparton. Having recently relocated to the Maude Street
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Mall, Caseway carries the same professional service and quality that loyal customers would know them for from out at the Shepparton Marketplace. Now with the convenience of a CBD location and a bigger store, Caseway is able to present their great product in a spacious, neat store and offer customers more competitive prices on their phone and tablet cases and accessories. Caseway Shepparton store manager, Marit Wong said, “We are an authorised stockist of Lifeproof, OtterBox, EFM and Pelican cases. These are resistant cases perfect for tradies or anybody prone to dropping their phone. “We also provide a free service where we apply screen protectors to your phone or tablet when you purchase from Caseway, because we know how tricky it can be to apply yourself. And don’t worry, if you have bought the screen protector somewhere else, we can still apply it for you at a $5 phone and $10 tablet service fee. “For repair, we use quality parts at a low price. Our services also come with a 60-day warranty, which is covered by other Caseway stores in Victoria as well. There are Caseway stores located in Bendigo, Mildura and Wodonga which can help if you have any warranty issues.” For more details, visit www.caseway.com.au or give them a call on 0432 690 764. For all of
NEW STORE FILLED WITH PHONE ACCESSORIES… Caseway Shepparton store manager, Marit Wong has finished setting up at their new location in Maude Street Mall and is ready to assist customers with all their phone and tablet enquiries. Photo: Katelyn Morse.
your phone, tablet and Apple Watch accessories and needs, visit Caseway Shepparton at 234 Maude Street in the Maude Street Mall (opposite Telstra). Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000 or a $5,000 holiday voucher. Caseway is a participating business in the 2019 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway.
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$208M bypass commitment a big win for Shepparton “The project has been split into five stages and will take many years, but funding such as this from the Federal Government allows us to stay on track.” Committee for Greater Shepparton CEO, Sam Birrell said, “This is a fantastic funding announcement for a project that has been long awaited by the people of Greater Shepparton. We congratulate Damian Drum in being able to secure such a commitment for our region.” Federal Member for Murray, Damian Drum said, “I am thrilled with this announcement, as delivering on the Shepparton Bypass was my number one goal during my first term in Parliament,” Mr Drum said. “Safer roads are a top priority for many of the locals and small businesses I meet with regularly and I am excited to be part of the government which is delivering the safer country roads our region needs and deserves. “I am pleased my lobbying efforts have allowed such a significant project to progress.” Goulburn Valley Highway Shepparton Bypass Action Group chairman, Peter Johnson said, “To have a financial commitment of this magnitude to the project is magnificent, and the best news we could have hoped for.”
CHIC SKIN WITH CLINIQUE… From left, John Anderson Pharmacy pharmacy assistants, Shelley Poliness, Renee O’Loughlin, clinic consultant, Vanessa Sabri, pharmacy assistants, Antonella Loverso and Hollie Johnston are excited to be presenting customers with this free Clinique gift set with every purchase of $60 or more. Photo: Katelyn Morse.
Revolutionary skin care and an amazing offer! HYDRATE and treat your skin with revolutionary new customblend moistures from Clinique. Now available at John Anderson Pharmacy, this futuristic product allows users to completely customise their skin care. Firstly, you choose from one of three dramatically different hydrating bases, combining this with one of five different active concentrate cartridges, each of which is designed to address a specific skin concern. This affords users up to 15 different skincare combinations, meaning more options and inclusion when choosing a product to care for your skin. John Anderson Pharmacy clinic consultant assistant, Vanessa Sabri said, “This is an exciting new product that allows you to completely customise the care you give to your own skin. “Together, you can pick up both the hydrating base and
concentration cartridge for the great value of only $60. And if that isn’t enough reason to come and consider the new Clinique iD range, we are also offering customers a free seven-piece Clinique gift set with every purchase of $60 or more. The free gift set, valued at $121, includes a great selection of Clinique products in a cute cosmetic bag. Hurry, this offer is running until Thursday, April 11 or while stocks last.” For more information, visit John Anderson Pharmacy today at 310-312 Wyndham Street, Shepparton or give the friendly team a call on 5821 2596. Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000 or a $5,000 holiday voucher. John Anderson Pharmacy is a participating business in the 2019 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway.
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It’s about beer, not the bunny THE footsteps of the Easter Bunny and school holidays are fast approaching, so now is the best time to crack into Cellarbrations and check out their delightful Easter catalogue deals. The current Cellarbrations catalogue is running until April 14 and it is absolutely bursting with excellent prices on premix drinks, refreshing white wines, warming reds, spirits and great prices on gift packs. For those who are all about the beer and not the bunny this Easter, there are great prices on 24 pack slabs of 330mL Peroni Nastro Azzurro stubbies, 375mL James Boag’s Premium Lager stubbies, 335mL Corona Extra stubbies and much more. With over 40 years of experience in serving the locals, Cellarbrations Mooroopna manager, Geoff Thompson is a friendly professional who
EXCEPTIONAL AND EXPERT SERVICE THIS EASTER… Geoff Thompson has been serving the locals of Mooroopna for over 40 years and is proud to show off Cellarbrations great Easter catalogue. Photo: Katelyn Morse.
Empathetic health advice seven days a week WITH the convenience of the pharmacy in the same building, bulk billing options and plenty of off-road parking, Tatura Doctors are a team of local health professionals here to help. Open seven days a week, Tatura Doctors offer a range of services, including flu shots, ECG , spirometr y, patholog y, diabetes care, im munisation, minor surgical procedures and much more. The two doctors, Dr Pablo Chakma and Dr Pranali Shah are approachable, friendly and dedicated to helping you improve and achieve health goals. Both doctors will listen with real empathy and a strong interest in understanding your needs. They have a passion for improving and maintaining the health of all patients along with the ability to empathise and communicate with people from a diverse range of backgrounds. Tatura Doctors senior receptionist, Geraldine Muir said, “We offer a Medicare bulk-billing Service and are open Monday to Friday from 9am until 6pm. On the weekends, we are open from 9am until 1pm. “Our female doctor Dr Shah is available to see clients Mondays and Fridays, so feel free to give us a call today to book an
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prides himself on delivering expertise with exceptional customer service. “Come down to the store for a chat and we can help you prepare for whatever party or holiday events you have planned,” Geoff said. Plan ahead before the holidays truly kick off and take advantage of these great current catalogue prices, visit Cellarbrations Mooroopna at 94-96 McLennan Street, Mooroopna or give Geoff and the team a call on 5825 2266. Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000 or a $5,000 holiday voucher. Cellarbrations Mooroopna is a participating business in the 2019 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway.
DEDICATED PROFESSIONAL… Dr Pablo Chakma from Tatura Doctors is a friendly and empathetic professional here to assist with your needs in the bulk-billing clinic. Photo: Katelyn Morse.
appointment.” Tatura Doctors is located at 151 Hogan Street, Tatura (at the back of Tatura Pharmacy). For further enquires, or to book an appointment with a dedicated practitioner, give the team a call on 5824 2218.
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Feel pampered and
find a ‘Nu’ you LUXURIOUS AND MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE… From left, Nu Beauty Therapy beauty therapist, Michele Potter, owner, Rachel Hawthorn, beauty therapists, Ellie Roczniak, Charlotte Bauer and Cassie Harrison are ready to make you feel pampered. Photo: Katelyn Morse.
OFFERING a high standard of treatment in a friendly environment, Nu Beauty Therapy aims to give clients a luxurious and memorable experience which targets and treats individual concerns upon every visit. The recently renovated parlour on Corio Street is now even more of an oasis, offering extra relaxation for those rejuvenating treatments. Nu Beauty Therapy offers a broad range of tailored salon beauty care treatments such as waxing, spray tanning, massage, manicures, pedicures, tinting, special occasion makeup and many more services, in a relaxing spa environment. Nu Beauty Therapy owner, Rachel Hawthorn said, “We offer microblading facial treatments which provides an intense exfoliation that is suitable for all skin types.
“Microdermabrasion is ideally used to treat concerns such as acne, sun damage, fine lines and wrinkles, congestion and blackheads or as a rejuvenation of dull and tired skin.” With Michelle Potter proudly joining the team and Charlotte Bauer back from her break recently, the Nu Beauty Therapy team is fully staffed and ready to take appointments. For all of your skin and beauty care needs, call the team at Nu Beauty Therapy on 5821 6006 or visit their newly renovated location upstairs at 168A Corio Street, Shepparton. Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000 or a $5,000 holiday voucher. Nu Beauty Therapy is a participating business in the 2019 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway.
Local’s scholarship to help her pursue dream FORMER McGuire College student, Marwa Ahmed has been selected out of 200 applicants as a 2019 Youthrive Victoria Scholar. The scholarship will support Marwa in her dream to become a health professional in the local community. The Youthrive Victoria scholarship includes financial support of $30,000 over three years, plus mentoring and leadership development, and was awarded to Marwa for her outstanding leadership capacity and commitment to Victorian regional communities. As a Shepparton school student, Marwa experienced firsthand the support that rural communities can provide. She has gained confidence in public speaking with the Greater Shepparton Youth Leadership Program ‘Future Voices,’ and has been involved in Word and Mouth, Relay for Life, the Police Youth Committee and more. Marwa has worked with various local organisations to plan and run fundraising events, while also being an advocate for young people to live active, healthy lives. Marwa was also a passionate leader and McGuire College Captain, excelling in her studies and contributing to various sporting teams. After graduating from Biomedicine at La Trobe University Bundoora, Marwa plans to return to her local community knowing that there is a shortage of rural health professionals. Youthrive Victoria CEO, Dr Maryann Brown said, “The Youthrive Victoria Rural Scholarship program sees applications from many inspiring young Victorians who are dedicated and passionate about their local communities. “It is a great pleasure to support our scholarship recipients’ post-school dreams, knowing that this scholarship will help to reduce financial strain while also supporting recipients to become contributors and leaders in their rural communities.”
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Footwear shop only 52 years Young IN AUGUST 2019, Jeff Young Shoes will celebrate 52 years of service fitting the feet of the region with stylish and comfortable shoes. The store started as a single shop at 211 Maude Street in 1957, before expanding into 213 Maude Street soon after. By 1989, Jeff Young Shoes had moved to 209 Maude Street, eventually combining the three buildings into the current shop, which several generations of locals now know, love and cherish. Jeff Young Shoes store manager, Peter Hampstead said, “We pride ourselves on being able to help our customers locate exactly what they are looking for. “Customer service is important to us and we regularly invite people back to bring in an outfit so that we can help find perfect shoes to match.” Jeff Young Shoes stock a wide range of footwear including big brand names like Skechers, Ziera, Julius Marlow, Django
EXPERT SHOE SERVICE… Jeff Young Shoes store manager, Peter Hampstead is focused on continuing to deliver exceptional customer service. Photo: Katelyn Morse.
& Juliette, Hush Puppies, Converse, EOS, Zeta, Naturalizer, Rockport and so much more. For expert fashion advice and all the latest season’s trends, visit Jeff Young Shoes at 209 – 213 Maude Street Shepparton, or
contact the friendly team on 5821 2126. Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000 or a $5,000 holiday voucher. Jeff Young Shoes is a participating business in the 2019 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway.
Fuelled by old-fashioned service THERE’S something special about old fashioned, individualised customer service and that’s exactly what you receive every time you fill up your tank at Pat & Tina’s BP Service Station. In such a competitive environment, it’s exceptional to see staff take the time to come and clean your windscreen while they help
fill your car. If you don’t want your windows clean, then enjoy a pleasant chat about footy or the weather with the friendly staff while you wait. At Pat & Tina’s, community service and customer satisfaction is the focus. Since their opening in 1973, Pat & Tina’s BP Service Station has been a much-loved part of the Shepparton community and the wider region. Customers regularly return to receive the kind of old-fashioned, service-with-asmile which I personally have never received anywhere else. Joe Di Conza, proud co-owner of Pat & Tina’s BP Service Station said, “Having a model of service which is the same today as it
was over 45 years ago is important. “The experience and service we offer mean the most to our customers and that’s why they keep coming back.” To check out this spectacular service for yourself, drop in to Pat & Tina’s BP Shepparton at 176 Numurkah Road, Shepparton, or give them a call on 5821 5869. Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000 or a $5,000 holiday voucher. Pat & Tina’s BP Service Station is a participating business in the 2019 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway.
SPECIALISED, INDIVIDUALISED SERVICE… From left, Pat & Tina’s BP Service Station owners, Joe Di Conza, Angela Di Conza and Tina Di Conza are committed to continuing their exceptional service. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
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MOVING FORWARD WITH MERGER… From left, Member for Northern Victoria Region, Mark Gepp, Minister for Education, James Merlino and the new Greater Shepparton College principal, Genevieve Simson at the release of the transitional plan for students at Shepparton High School, McGuire College, Wanganui Park Secondary College and Mooroopna Secondary College, which will start next year. Photo: David Lee.
Transitional plan for ‘super school’ released continued from front page ALL year 9 students from each school will start the 2020 school year from the Mooroopna campus and Shepparton High School students in years 8, 10, 11 and 12 will move to Wanganui. Mooroopna’s senior students will move to either the Wanganui campus or McGuire campus, depending on subject choices. These changes will allow for works to begin at the Shepparton High School site. Then, in 2021, Mooroopna’s year 8 students will move to McGuire and year 10 students will move to Wanganui. Initially dubbed Greater Shepparton College, the new school will accommodate for approximately 3,000 students. Minister for Education, James Merlino said, “This is the most important educational initiative across the state. “Despite the best efforts of our teachers and schools, student outcomes in the Shepparton region are not as good as they should be. “We want local students to have access to a full breadth of VCE curriculum and that is exactly what this new secondary school will deliver.” The new secondary school’s principal, Genevieve Simson said, “I know there
will be a bit of uncertainty about what this (transitional plan) all means, but I am absolutely confident that this new school will be the best school in the state. “I’ve done this before in merging schools so I know this can work and that all of the staff will make it work. “This is the most exciting project I have ever been involved in.” A concerned parent of students that go to the schools is going to be made to travel to three different locations during the transitional period for school drop offs, and says that there are so many things that the parents are yet to be told. “One question I have is what do the children do with uniforms during the transitional period? Will the parent be reimbursed for having to purchase additional uniforms, for example, of a student that is in year nine next year who currently attends Wanganui Park Secondary College, but will be made to relocate to Mooroopna Secondary College. Will they have to buy a Mooroopna Secondary College uniform? And then only a year or two later we will have to buy them the new uniform for the super school. “I have a daughter who is concerned about the timeline as it is all happening while she is undertaking her VCE and because of this we
were seriously considering removing her from the school and allowing her to carry out the remainder of her secondary education at a school that isn’t included in the merger. “I am not the only parent who has these questions and concerns and am not the only one who is thinking of pulling my kids out of the schools.”
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Family business with outstanding customer care FOR more than 35 years now, Family Care Pharmacy continues to strive in exceeding its customers’ expectations by offering valuable and trusted advice through its helpful, friendly and knowledgeable staff. First established in 1982 , it was known as LR Z Pharmacy, which is about the same time present owner, Peter Kuczynski graduated as a pharmacist in Melbourne. Cristina Sison-Heaton and Joni Cenizal became partners in Family Care Pharmacy in 2017 and have made it their business to give customers personalised and quick service, making your trip to Family Care a pleasant one.
TRUSTED, KNOWLEDGABLE ADVICE… From left, Family Care Pharmacy retail manager, Anita Kuczynski, pharmacy assistant, Chloe Magill, pharmacy assistant, Angela Kalafatis, dispensary technician, Paul Heaton, owner/pharmacist, Peter Kuczynski, student pharmacist, Jaafar Algazali, intern pharmacist, Mariam Jallo, owner/pharmacist/manager, Cristina Sison-Heaton and pharmacist/owner, Joni Cenizal. Photo: Katelyn Morse.
Paul Heaton, who is Cristina’s husband, dedicates his efforts into providing an exceptional Webster packing service. The Beauty Parlour is coordinated by Peter’s wife Anita Kuczynski which relocated from Maude Street to Family Care in 2016. Together, the friendly staff makes a conscious effort to
give their customers outstanding service and advice, priding themselves for going the extra. Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000 or a $5,000 holiday voucher. Family Care Pharmacy is a participating business in the 2019 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway.
Have your say on Eastbank master plan THE community is being encouraged to have their say on a redevelopment of Eastbank, with Greater Shepparton City Council currently developing a business case and master plan where input is required on the future needs of the 20 year old venue. A public meeting will be held at Eastbank on Monday, April 15 from
5:30pm to 7:30pm at Eastbank with the aim of identifying current drawbacks at the facility and mapping potential changes and improvements. The planning scope will include the existing Eastbank building and the building that will become vacant when Shepparton Art Museum relocates to a new site. Greater Sheppa r ton Cit y C ou ncil
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Director Community, Kaye Thomson said, “The business case and master plan are being developed so the facility can be positioned to meet the future needs of clients, customers and community and remain attractive and competitive both locally and nationally. “We need to keep up with customer expectations and have a clear plan for
the future so the venue remains a major attraction in the region for many years to come.” Bookings are not essential to the public meeting but are recommended. Those interested in attending may book online at the Riverlinks website or direct with the box office between 10am and 5pm during weekdays on 5832 9511.
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SPEEDY EXPERT SERVICE… From left, Printworks graphic designer, Aaron Palmer and Printworks business owner, Ken Faulkner proudly showcasing just a small range of their services offered. Photo: Katelyn Morse.
Fast turnaround a speciality! FOR all of your printing and promotional locally for 36 years and says his team pride needs, visit a team of local, friendly experts themselves on the fast delivery of digital in a trusted business with longevity. print projects. “ We h ave a ra n ge of Printworks has been proudly promotional products assisting the region for 20 available to expand your years with their great range of business, including stubby services and print products. holders, pens, caps, bags, Priding themselves on their banners and much more,” fast delivery and turnaround Ken explained, “Feel free of full colour and black and to give us a call with any white copying and digital enquiries.” printing, Print works can Printworks is open from meet your demand in a timely Mond ay to Fr id ay f rom matter. 8:30am to 5:30pm. Visit the Over the years, the business friendly team about your next has diversified to offer a print job at 195 Corio Street, range of other services and Sheppar ton, email info@ printing of material such as pworks.com.au, call them brochures, labels, reports, on 5822 2925 or visit www. training manuals, certificates, pworks.com.au family history books and Spend a minimum of $10 calendars. Print works’ and fill out an entry form for dedicated and friendly Ken Faulkner your chance to win a share of g raph ic de sig ner, A a ron $25,000 or a $5,000 holiday Palmer has a keen eye to voucher. Printworks is a participating execute and deliver your vision quickly. P r i nt work s bu si ne s s ow ner, Ken business in the 2019 GMCU $30,000 Faulkner has had printing businesses Giveaway.
“We have a range of promotional products available to expand your business, including stubby holders, pens, caps, bags, banners and much more,”
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Africa revisited
WE are up early for today is game driving day and we are heading to Namibia’s Etosha National Park. We are told the park has a salt pan so big it can be seen from space.
(L-R) DRINKING THEIR FILL… At this waterhole animals had come from a wide area to drink their fill. It’s all in together. The call of cool water is so strong. THE MIGHTY TAKE COMMAND… Elephants roam the land, many in big herds and at waterholes they take command. AFTER SNACK NAP… Lions are king. This one had just eaten its fill and was lazing in the shade.
As we drive along we begin to see animals and stop to take photos. There are springbok, impala, gemsbok, giraffes, warthogs and many zebras. The cameras are clicking away with everyone looking for that special shot to take home. We are staying at the Okakeujo Restcamp in the Etosha National Park. They have a waterhole that attracts animals from the park and they are all there including elephants. One-by-one the animals come in to drink. Different species warily moving past each other to get to the water. Every now and then an animal will takeoff in fright as other animals get to close, but the call of the water is too great. They must return on-mass to drink their fill, again side-by-side but when the elephant arrives all give way to his might. If the lion is king then the Elephant is the mighty one. You will see them on hot days standing under trees flapping their ears. The underside of the ear is covered in veins close to the surface, so the flapping cools the body down. At waterholes, on entering, the elephant will take a trunk full of water and blow it under the ears increasing the cooling effect. They do take over a waterhole. The young elephants will plunge in completely submerging their bodies and play in the water for a long time. On previous visits to Africa I have seen up to 240 elephants gather at a single waterhole and take turns from the youngest to the oldest washing the entire herd. The thing that makes them different is the elephant’s long memory. If one of the herd dies the others will mourn the death for days, often returning to the site each year to touch the bones with their trunks marking their loss. Indeed if the government has to cull elephants because of growing numbers they will cull the entire herd. To leave some alive would be to curse them with the living memory of loss for the rest of their lives. There was also the case of Laurence Anthony known as the Elephant Whisperer. He cared for elephants all his life at his game reserve and wrote a number of books on the subject. Upon his death, the elephants were aware of his passing and gathered en-mass at his home at Thurla Thurla. They stayed at the homestead for
many days putting their trunks in the open windows showing their loss; this is a feature of elephants well documented. We now reach the Okavango River and spend the night at the Hakusembe River Lodge. My chalet overlooks the river and as I enter the room, it’s dominated by a huge bed. Above the bed hovers a mosquito net that will be lowered tonight, as this is malaria country. Sitting on the porch the river is the border between Namibia and Angola. At this time of year it is so shallow in parts that you can walk across it. On the opposite bank a woman and her children are washing and the kids playing in the water. They wave to me and I wave back. Later on we take a sunset cruise on the river where we spot crocodiles, many birds and many families washing and getting ready for the night. They wave and we wave. As this is a champagne cruise, out come the glasses. The corks pop and as the sun sets into a big red ball there is lots of laughing. Then we hear it. Faint at first, but as we near our lodge it gets louder…the sound of African song. As we reach our birth there they are; the staff at the lodge are singing us home. The next day, we are back on the road heading to another river camp. There are lots of bush homes along the way. In this part of Africa, polygamy abounds so the housing layout looks like this…a compound fenced in walls of brush or tall grasses about two meters tall. Inside is a series of round huts with brush walls and a thatched roof. The first one will be for the husband and his number one wife. It consists of a single room for sleeping. Next there is another hut for the children and then a third for the kitchen. When wife number two arrives another hut is added for her, then wife number three and another hut is built. The number one wife is in charge of the kitchen but she invites wives two and three to join her in preparing the daily meals for the family. The only decision to be made by the husband is in which hut the lion sleeps tonight. Until next time, Safe Travel’n, Geoff Vallance The Adviser. Australia No. 1:1450 Wednesday, April 3, 2019 – Page 27
EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT
COMMUNITY CONNECT Tell us about your ‘not-for-profit’ community events via email at classifieds@ sheppartonadviser.com.au or fax on 5832 8920 (information is required at least 2 weeks before an event). Please note listings are to be fewer than 55 words. on Wednesday, April 24. You are invited to be a participant. It is an opportunity for visitors to discover the unique beauty and peace found in contemplative communities. Book with payment and your details to St Brendan’s Parish Office before Wednesday, A pr i l 17 b efore 4pm . For f u r t her information, call the Parish Office on 5821 2633 or Bozena on 0426 867 647. ONGOING THE PROBUS CLUB OF SHEPPARTON INC. meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 9:30am at the African House, 54 Poplar Avenue. For ladies and men, retired or semi-retired. Add zest to your lifestyle. For enquiries, phone Kevin on 5822 2673 or Marie on 5831 5256. PFLAG SHEPPARTON we are a group of parents, family and friends of gay, lesbian and bisexual people who meet regularly to offer support and friendship to families and particularly parents. For more information, phone Glenys 0409 626 647 or email info@ pflagshepparton.org.au SING AUSTRALIA GROUPS Shepparton meets Tuesdays from 7:30pm to 9:30pm at the Baptist church Shepparton (except school holidays). To participate in singing (no auditions needed), contact Meryl on 0418 578 369 or Robyn on 0411 819 299. Also on the Sing Australia website www. singaustralia.com.au
send us your snaps WANT to see your photos in the newspaper? We are calling on all our readers to send in their photos for the chance to have it selected to go to print. This week we were sent this photo taken in early February by Jock McRae of birds with a beautiful backdrop in Congupna. The photo was taken using an Olympus Stylus.
Please send your photos to photo@sheppartonadviser.com.au or message it to us via our Facebook page ‘The Shepparton Adviser.’ If you are sending via email, please keep your email’s total size to under 8mb.
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UPCOMING THE SHEPPARTON A ND DISTRICT PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP gathers monthly. The next gathering will be held at the Shepparton Sports City Pavilion, Pack ha m St reet on Tuesday, April 9 commencing at 1pm for a BYO lunch. Tea and coffee will be on hand. The lunch is informal and is the means by which members share experiences and support one another. All Parkinson’s Disease sufferers, their carers and their friends are welcome. For further information, contact Peter Leahy on 5829 9411 or 0427 326 414 or alternatively Kevin Robins on 0448 265 104. GU I TA R IST A N D VOCA LIST, DON F I SH E R I S C OM I NG TO EU R E K A VILLAGES IN SHEPPARTON on Saturday, April 04 from 1:30pm. This event is open to the public for a gold coin donation. Come along and also enjoy finger food, coffee and tea. If you would like to attend, contact David on 5821 7405. RSVP by Thursday, April 11. NORTHEAST HEALTH WANGARATTA FRIENDS OF THE HOSPITAL is holding its April cake stall on Wednesday, April 17 at the hospital café from 8:30am until sold out. All proceeds go toward urgently needed clinical equipment for the hospital. For more details, contact Nadia on 5722 5069. ST BRENDA N’S PARISH PASTOR AL COUNCIL has organised a bus trip to the Carmelite Monastery, Stevenson Street, Kew
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SPORT Over 125 years of local Australian Rules Football THERE’S absolutely no denying that the Goulburn Valley is filled with footy fanatics. To celebrate the kick-off of the 2019 season, we have decided to take a look back at over 125 years of local football. The origins of the Goulburn Valley Football League dates back to 1893 and would feature clubs from townships of Kyabram, Shepparton, Mooroopna and Tatura meeting on a Wednesday afternoon to play games. By 1939, the Goulburn Valley Football league decided to change the time of its games to Saturday afternoon. The Adviser would love to give a special thanks to Lost Shepparton and Shepparton Heritage Centre for their assistance with the photos. To see more classic photos from the region, visit Lost Shepparton on Facebook.
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O’Shea named first ever director of umpiring IN A move that will help lead local umpiring forward, Cruze O’Shea has been named as the first ever AFL Goulburn Murray Region Director of Umpiring. O’Shea, who will commence his role on April 1, will be the first point of call for all clubs and leagues who have umpiring questions and concerns and comes with a wealth of knowledge. Being well known to the umpiring community after having umpired with the Goulburn Valley Football Umpires’ Association since 2007, O’Shea was the award recipient of the AFL Victoria Golden Whistle in 2008. He has also umpired several senior grand finals with the Goulburn Valley Football
Umpiring Association and was a member of the VFL Development Squad where he umpired 12 state league games. Region general manager, Jamie Macri said, “Alongside Cruze’s umpiring experience he has excellent administration skills which will add to the professionalism of the new position. “Cruze will also promote and develop umpiring across the Goulburn Valley Region through managing recruitment and the V/Line Umpire Academy. He will also co-ordinate the tribunal and sponsorship. “We wish Cruze all the best in his new role and welcome him to the AFL Goulburn Murray Regional Administration Centre.”
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GVL Seniors Results Round 1 Kyabram (97) ...................def .......................Echcua (63) Shepparton (112) ...........def ................. Mansfield (72)
Wednesday 10th April, 2019 Goulburn Valley League
Football with Matthew Chilcott
GVL Seniors 2019 Ladder Prediction 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12.
Kyabram Tatura Echuca Mansfield Shepparton Rochester Seymour Benalla Euroa Shepparton United Mooroopna Shepparton Swans
GVFL & GVNL Round 1 Saturday, April 6 Shepp United..................vs..................Shepp Swans Euroa..................................vs.............................. Benalla Seymour ...........................vs......................... Mansfield Kyabram ...........................vs.................................Tatura Rochester ........................vs............................... Echuca Mooroopna ......................vs..................... Shepparton
Adviser Footy Tipsters 2018 PREMIERS… The Shepparton Bears team was the 2018 GVFL seniors premiers. Photo: Bailey Opie Photography.
This will be close THIS years GVL season will be one of the most interesting in a few years and also a lift in standard, due to the influx of quality players into the competition, which will be great. Kyabram has been such a dominant force in recent years, with the other clubs needing to strengthen their lists to keep up. And they have. Kyabram has lost star midfielder, Liam Ogden but even their list looks a little stronger with the addition of live wire forward, Billy Burstin back in town, ruckman, Jake Reeves and former Shepparton United best and fairest winner, Reid Crowe all on board at the Bombers. All other clubs have recruited well and would all expect to improve but the reality is, there are not more games to win than any other year. Last year’s premier Shepparton has lost some star quality but has some handy additions including Tom Boyd from Nathalia. The other challengers at this stage look to be Tatura, Echuca, Mansfield and Rochester. Jamason Daniels at Tatura has
gradually been building in recent years and with one of the best players from the Murray League added in Nick Fothergill, the Bulldogs are coming. Benalla, Seymour and Euroa are not to be discounted with Seymour, the dark horse, to go deep into the season with some good recruiting. Jason Cole is as good as any player in country football and the new additions will determine where the Lions finish. The bottom three don’t look like making any in-roads this year even though all three of Shepparton United, Mooroopna and Shepparton Swans have improved their lists. It’s a reflection of the competition improving this year as a whole. United and the Swans have many recent premiership stars returning while Mooroopna has raided metro Melbourne to improve their list. It all augers well for a great GVL season with the standard looking like being the best it has been in a decade.
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Shepparton United Euroa Seymour Kyabram Echuca Shepparton
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Get up and active in April
Coming together to talk effects of terror
THIS month, the local community is being urged to get up and active as part of the 2019 Premier’s Active April Health and Fitness Challenge. Premier’s Active April encourages all Victorians to commit to doing 30 minutes of physical activity a day during the month of April. As part of the challenge, Greater Shepparton City Council is offering participants a number of incentives to get active including a free pass to the Shepparton Sports Stadium Older Adults Fitness Session, free activities held in parks and reserves throughout Greater Shepparton as part of the Activities in the Park program and 10 free full centre passes to Aquamoves. Once signed up to active April, participants will need to download a copy of their registration card, print it off and take it with them to redeem at Aquamoves and the stadium. L o c a l re sident , Ji l l M aude , who i s a l so participating in Premier’s Active April, said the challenge can be a great reminder to be physically active every day. “My family enjoys participating in the Activities in the Park program so we are looking forward to going along to more of the activities while the weather is still warm,” Jill said. “We can’t wait to become more familiar with the programs offered at Aquamoves and the Shepparton Sports Stadium by using the free passes. And we are keen to give the new exercise equipment at Victoria Park Lake near the All Abilities Playground a try, so this month seems like a good time to start.” For more information or to register, visit www. getmoovingshepparton.com.au/premiers-active-april
On Tuesday last week, many members of the community came together for a Community Conversations event to talk about the effect of the Christchurch terror attack. The event was organised by the Greater Shepparton Youth of Colour and Culture with support from the Ethnic Council and presented a powerful message of union within the local community, and support for those affected by the attack. Photo: Supplied.
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