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Top award for local businessman THE Awards Australia Community Hero Award acknowledges those individuals making a significant contribution at a local level in regional and rural Victoria.

There are many selfless people who, through their actions, have positively impacted the lives of others and their community.

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LITTLE PEOPLE, BIG HEARTS... The Goodstart Early Learning Centre on Archer Street are calling for toy donations for the GV Health Children’s Ward. Pictured are (l-r) centre director Alicia Maker with daughter Nyla, Ajana Jecs, kids Havana Jecs and Casen Kitto, GV Health Children’s Unit manager Paula Holland, and Kirsty Simpson with Willow Leenaets. Photo: Nicole Peters

Goodstart doing good things for Christmas GOODSTART Early Learning day care centre on Archer Street is running a toy drive to deliver extra gifts to children who will be spending Christmas in the GV Health children’s ward.

In a year when charitable donations have been afflicted by

Coronavirus fears, the drive will hopefully deliver an extra ounce of Christmas joy to kids who can’t be at home on the special day.

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There is no avoiding the ability CHRISTMAS WIN... Give yourself the chance to win $500 or $1000 shopping sprees as part of the GMCU 2020 Cracking Christmas Shopping Spree.

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Second round of GMCU 2020 Cracking Christmas Shopping Spree Giveaway winners announced!

THE second week of the GMCU 2020 Cracking Christmas Shopping Spree Giveaway has drawn another six winners, each taking home an incredible $500 shopping spree after spending at least just $10 at one of the 160-plus participating businesses!

THE SECOND WEEK’S WINNERS ARE: • Violeta Cadman of Shepparton, who won after shopping at the Shepparton Amcal+ Pharmacy • Sharyn Sauro of Cobram, who won after shopping at Urban Wrap + Grill at Shepparton Marketplace • Ben Baker of Mooroopna, who won after getting a massage at Proud Thai Massage in Shepparton – proof that selfcare really does pay off • Jenny Perona of Shepparton, who won after shopping at Shepparton Charcoal Chicken at Safeway Plaza • Frances Nicholson of Mooroopna,

Wendy’s at City Central Arcade • Emily Corish of Undera, who won after shopping for bargains at SPC Factory Sales in Shepparton Frances Nicholson, who won the $500 shopping spree after spending just $12 at Wendy’s, couldn’t believe she had won.

“You’re joking, that’s fantastic! It’s so great,” she said.

She'll now have a $500 shopping spree debit card to spend back in the community, thanks to the GMCU and supported by The Adviser.

To go into the draw to win a share of $15,000, spend a minimum of $10 at participating GMCU 2020 Cracking Christmas Shopping Spree Giveaway businesses, fill out an entry form and cross your fingers.

More page 5 FOR A FULL LIST OF PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES, TURN TO PAGE 36.

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FOR Peter O’Connor of Shepparton, having impaired vision that normally requires him to have his dog Jimmy or a cane to move about, is no reason to prevent him having a go at flying a plane.

“Having a disability means you have to know your limits but it doesn’t mean you have to stop living,” said Peter Greater Shepparton City Council has once again acknowledged International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) in 2020, but took its celebrations online due to COVID-19.

IDPwD is a United Nations observed day celebrated internationally on December 3 each year. It aims to increase public awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disability and celebrate their achievements and contributions.

Council would usually take the opportunity to hold events to promote the day and raise awareness, however with COV I D -19 restrictions currently in place this will have to be done online in 2020.

“Ableism is a set of beliefs or practices that devalue and discriminate against people with physical, intellectual or psychiatric disabilities, or those who are perceived to have disabilities,” Council access and inclusion officer, Mark Tomkins, said.

“All of us would’ve seen or heard the assumption that disabled people need to be ‘fixed’ in one form or another – that is ableism.

Ableism is intertwined in our culture, and Council is challenging that.”

“As small children, many non-disabled people are taught to be ‘extra’ nice to people with disabilities: open the door for them, run to press the elevator button for them, or ask if they

PROVING ABILITY IS STATE OF MIND...

Local resident, Peter O’Connor, and companion dog, Jimmy, discuss the limits of ability with Greater Shepparton access and inclusion officer, Mark Tomkins. Photo: Steve Hutcheson

need any help as they are crossing the street.

“Of course, there is good intention behind this, but by explicitly being ‘nice’ to those living with a disability, what we’re really doing is pitying them based on the belief that they couldn’t do any of these things on their own.

That is why Council is taking the chance to educate our community on what helps, and what doesn’t.”

For more information on IDPwD in Greater Shepparton Mark on 5832 9700, or please visit: https://greatershepparton.com.au/community/ aged-disability/idpwd and see an interview with Peter and to understand this-ability.

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Radiation oncology centre is one year old OPENING in December last year, more than 300 patients have received radiation treatment at GenesisCare here in Shepparton.

Prior to its opening, patients would have travelled to Melbourne, Bendigo or Wodonga for treatment whereas now, it can amount to as little as an hour out of their day.

With its opening, Shepparton cancer patients have been able to access word-class radiation therapy at their doorstep. The centre is open to both public and privately insured patients thanks to a shared care agreement between the Department of Health and Human Services, Goulburn Valley Health and GenesisCare.

GenesisCare’s Shepparton centre leader, Dee Hepyukselen, commended the entire Shepparton team and Goulburn Valley Health for their flexibility, professionalism and steadfast commitment to ensuring patients receive the highest quality of care during COVID-19.

“Our Shepparton centre truly couldn’t have opened at a better time as it meant patients in the Goulburn Valley region were able to access radiation therapy locally instead of travelling to Melbourne during Victoria’s lockdown. “ Since opening, GenesisCare has launched two innovative treatment techniques for its breast cancer patients, tattoo free radiation therapy and deep inspiration breath hold (DIBH).

Hon Damian Drum MP, the Federal Member for Nicholls, said: “I congratulate GenesisCare for its one-year anniversary in Shepparton. Its operation here in the Goulburn Valley has been a welcome addition to our local health offerings, allowing cancer sufferers to be treated locally, rather than having the added stress

SERVING THE NEEDS OF CANCER PATIENTS IN THE COMMUNITY...

GenesisCare is one year old. From left, Demet Hepyukselen, centre leader, Kennis Chung, radiation therapist, Dr Grace Ong, radiation oncologist, Chi Nguyen, assistant unit leader. Photo: Supplied.

of travelling hours for radiation treatment.”

GenesisCare radiation oncologist, Dr Grace Ong, said “as a centre, we have continued to grow and evolve and whilst being able to offer standard radiation therapy, we have also invested in the latest technologies to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients.”

Call to keep CBD parking spaces free for shoppers THE head of Shepparton’s peak business group is urging business owners and employees to be mindful of where they park in the Shepparton CBD, so as not to take up spots which could be used by customers.

Joh n A nderson, president of t he Shepparton Chamber of Commerce and Industry, who lobbied for the two months of free, timed parking in the city, said where possible, parking spots should be kept free for customers.

“With the free, timed parking now in the city, we’re seeing some business

owners and employees parking in the middle of town and moving their cars every two hours or so,” he said.

“It would be better for business if employees parked on the outskirts of the CBD and walked into town.”

The Greater Shepparton City Council introduced two months of free parking, which started on December 1 and will run through to January 31.

Charging shoppers to pay for parking is seen by many as a disincentive to shopping in the CBD. Mr Anderson said while an employee

in the city may take up a parking spot all day, that same spot could have had a dozen or more shoppers rotate through it.

“Where possible, we need to keep the parking free for shoppers,” Mr Anderson said.

“Park a bit further away and get your steps up walking in to work.”

Mr Anderson also flagged the Chamber was in discussion with Council regarding a “plan in the works” for parking in the city beyond January, but couldn’t provide any further details at this stage.

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LETTERS

OPINION

Letters to the Editor

We welcome Letters to the Editor but they are not guaranteed to be included and may be edited for reasons of style or content. Letters will not be eligible for consideration if they contain defamatory material, or information of a personal nature which is not in the public domain.

CURRENT WATER APPROACH NOT WORKING Water is a complex issue. We all know that. But the lack of understanding shown by the Federal Water Minister Keith Pitt last week is beyond comprehension.

Mr Pitt told us after last week’s meeting of Water Ministers that it was time for action.

We’ve been waiting for action for a decade and, if anything, it has gone backwards since he was appointed earlier this year.

Pitt has not collaborated with our communities in the Southern Basin and I don’t think he understands the unique issues.

He says water buybacks are off the table, but won’t legislate this to provide certainty.

“Trust me,” he says. We don’t.

Meanwhile our local Federal Member and fellow Cabinet Minister Sussan Ley is deathly in her silence.

What happened to the ranting and raving about protecting her communities when she was in Opposition? Even on the backbench

she was occasionally prepared to stand up to this failed Basin Plan, but now we don’t hear a whimper. ScoMo has certainly done a good job in keeping her quiet.

I’m at a loss to know how this disaster is going to be salvaged so we do not ruin our communities and environment for future generations.

One thing is for certain; the current approach is not working. Saving the MurrayDarling Basin and its communities appears to be a stretch too far for the current batch of self-interested politicians who lack the understanding and willpower to fix arguably the biggest policy disaster in Australia’s history.

Ron and Val McWhae Barham, NSW Want to have your say?

Email your letters to the editor to editorial@sheppartonadviser.com.au Please keep letters to under 200 words.

Funding for local volunteers VOLUNTEERISM is a big part of our communities and having enough funds to support some of their efforts is a constant problem for organisations.

For a number of groups in the region will share in $40,000 that has been allocated to the electorate of Nicholls including Tatura Lawn Tennis Club, Shepparton United Soccer Club and Mooroopna Urban Firebrigade, Nagambie Bowls Club, Nathalia U3A and Nathalia District Men’s Shed.

Ahead of International Volunteer Day that was on Saturday, December 5, Federal Member for Nicholls, Damian Drum, today announced funding saying “Volunteers are an integral part of our

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society, especially during difficult times.

“The Goulburn Valley has been significantly impacted by drought and, more recently, COVID- 19 – help is still needed by many and the Federal Government recognises this,” Damian said.

“This additional funding will go a long way in helping even more local organisations and their volunteers to continue their important work, through what has been a very tough year.”

The grants awarded are between $1000 and $5000 and will enable local organisations to better support their volunteers through the purchase of small equipment, pay fuel, transport and training costs.

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Winners all round!

12 winners cash in GMCU 2020

Cracking

Christmas $15,000 GIVEAWAY

LUCKY locals have cashed in, with 12 shoppers each receiving a $500 shopping spree giveaway as part of the GMCU 2020 Cracking Christmas Shopping Spree Giveway supported by The Adviser, all by simply spending at least $10 at one of more than 160 participating businesses.

In total, there are 25 $500 and $1000 shopping sprees to be won.

Six $500 shopping sprees will be drawn each week, followed by five lucky winners who will walk away with a huge $1000 shopping spree each, to be drawn on Monday, December 21. The countdown is on.

Shop local this Christmas and put yourself in the running. Simply fill out a simple entry form after shopping and pop it in the box.

For the full list of participating businesses, turn to page 36.

CHICKEN DINNER... Winner Kate Gow of Tatura, pictured with The Adviser’s Stephanie Holliday and Tatura Foodworks assistant store manager, Steve Breen. Photo: Struan Jones

PLUSH AND FLUSH... Giveaway winner Melissa Seymour, with Plush Sofa’s Shepparton manager Gaelle Farrugia and Will Adams of The Adviser. Photo: Nicole Peters

BIG WIN... $500 Shopping Spree winner Helen Stoked with Big W Shepparton 2IC Jodi Beare and Will Adams of The Adviser. Photo: Nicole Peters

SWEET CHARITY... Giveaway winner Lyn Blizzard, centre, has kindly decided to donate her winnings to local charity, Bridges Connecting Communities, pictured with Amcal Shepparton’s Archana Deo, and The Adviser’s Stephanie Holliday.

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Carp removal in lakes

A MONSTER FROM THE DEEP... European carp are infesting our waterways. Photo: Supplied.

EUROPEAN carp are one of those pests we rarely see yet are ever present in our water ways. T hey are an introduced species that have detrimental effects on native aquatic plants, animals and on river and lake health through their destructive feeding habits. They reduce the water quality, increase algal blooms, cause erosion, feed on native invertebrates and aquatic plants and compete for resources with native species.

In order to manage them in the lakes a rou n d t h e mu n i c ip a l it y, G r e at e r Shepparton City Council will again conduct electro-fishing for the purpose of European Carp removal in some lakes in the municipality from Monday, December 7 to Friday, December 11.

Electro-fishing is part of Council’s ongoing carp management practices.

The electro fishing process involves emitting high voltage current into the nearby water, which stuns all fish caught in the electromagnetic field. All stunned

fish are removed from the water and kept in holding tanks until the electrofishing is completed in that area. The fish are not harmed by the electro-fishing and recover quickly. Native fish species are then returned back into the water unharmed and the carp are removed.

The lakes to be treated include Victoria Park Lake (on Monday, December 7), Kialla Lakes (on Tuesday, December 8 and Wednesday, December 9), Mooroopna Recreation Reserve Lake and Craigmuir Lake Mooroopna on Thursday, December 10 and Lake Bartlett in Tatura on Friday, December 11.

“This is an important environmental program that has proven to be effective in reducing the European Carp population, with flow on benefits for the native fish.

Council asks residents not to fish, enter the water or let dogs swim in the lakes during this time,” Council’s acting director infrastructure, Craig Exton said.

Back on the dancefloor VICTORIAN Premier Daniel Andrews has announced a rollback of restrictions in anticipation of a so-called 'COVIDsafe summer'.

Most noticeably, rules around face masks have been relaxed along with density rules for retail, hospitality, funerals, weddings and more.

Eased restrictions include: • Masks are only required in a limited number of places: On public transport, in rideshare vehicles and taxis and in some retail settings including indoor shopping centres, supermarkets, department stores and indoor markets • Victorians will be able to host up to 30 people in their home and outdoor gatherings in public places can increase to 100 • Pubs, restaurants and cafes will shift to one person per 2m2 for both indoors and outdoors with no other cap, and the use of electronic record keeping QR codes will be mandatory • Beauty services and retail businesses will be able to move to one person per 2m2 – if they also introduce electronic

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record keeping • The cap for funerals, weddings and religious gatherings will also be removed, subject to a new density limit of 1 person per 2m2 (for those who want to dance on their special day, dance floors will be able to host up to 50 people, with a density of one person per 4m2) • In gyms, the density limit will move to 1 per 4m 2 – with exercise classes l i m ited to 50 i ndoors a nd 10 0 outdoors • Community facilities, such as libraries, RSLs, and community halls are subject to a new density limit of 1 person per 2m2 • 50 percent of office workers will return to the office by Monday, January 11, after considering the public health advice at the time (for the Victorian public service, different rules apply - up to 25 per cent will be able to return to the office from 11 January) According to the Government, these changes will be reviewed at the end of January.

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Chop chop: Getting a haircut for a cause FOR many young kids, hair loss through cancer treatment and alopecia has a detrimental effect on their self-esteem. To overcome that, a replacement hair piece can provide a welcomed substitute.

Tatura resident and Rotary member, William Neave has the benefit of a lot of hair that he is about to part with so it may be used in the manufacture of wigs for these kids.

William has been growing his hair since he was young. It was the one thing about himself that he held dear and has always treated it well. Having dealt with depression and anxiety in the past, he sees his long hair still connecting him with that phase and now wants to donate it to someone who really needs it.

“I'll be chopping off about 45cm of hair on Wednesday, December 16 at the Tatura Hotel, at 162 Hogan Street,” William said.

Real high-quality wigs can cost families up to $6000, that last up to two years, meaning families can spend tens of thousands of dollars on the purchase of wigs throughout a child’s life. William is looking to make a donation to children’s charity, Variety.

He has made a plea for people to donate

CUTTING HIS HAIR FOR A GOOD CAUSE...

Tatura resident, William Neave, is going to cut off his locks to be used in making wigs for kids with cancer. Photo: Supplied.

to the cause through his fundraiser that will help provide a wig or other vital equipment to a child in need.

To donate, go to the Variety website at https://hairwithheart.variety.org.au / fundraisers/williamneave/hair-with-heart

Extra cheer this Christmas at Shepparton Marketplace SHOPPERS can share the joy of Christmas at Shepparton Marketplace and nominate someone special who needs extra cheer this year.

Winning nominations will receive a complimentary Christmas gift as part of the Benalla Road shopping centre's community Christmas giveaway.

Shepparton Marketplace centre manager, Theresa Lowe, said, “There’s no denying that 2020 has been a tough year for many of our customers. We have over 250 gifts to give away to deserving local community members, this is our way of making Christmas that little bit more special.”

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Customers will be able to choose a gift for a person they wish to nominate from an extensive range of items, simply by visiting the Shepparton Marketplace’s website or scan the QR codes when visiting the centre. As a thank you, the person nominating will also go in the draw for a chance to win a $500 Shepparton Marketplace gift card.

Customers can also share the joy with a special live video call to Santa this year at Shepparton Marketplace.

Talking to Santa in the North Pole is a free experience but bookings are essential and can be made online by visiting www. sheppartonmarketplace.com.au

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Another week, more development at SAM SHEPPARTON’S most visible big build is maturing week by week, and remains the perfect subject for any passing photographer.

These images of the new Shepparton Art Museum (SA M) were captured on Friday mor n i ng, w it h work bei ng done to t he landscaping and exterior of the building.

Desig ned by i nter nat iona l ly-renow ned architects Denton Corker Marshall, the new five-storey SAM will house the museum, visitor

centre, and the Kaiela Art Gallery and Studio.

The 5300m2 building will also house a café and event space, with a roof top viewing deck.

A 33m x 33m cube-like form, the new Museum is located on the south-eastern corner of Victoria Park Lake to maximise SAM’s greatest asset - the park setting.

A n official opening date is yet to be determined, but is expected by mid-2021.

HEADING HIGHER... Builders working on the exterior of Shepparton’s latest striking building.

LEFT: ANGLES... A different point of view on the new SAM. Photos: Stuan Jones

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DESTINATION... Tatura is considered the ninth-best town in the country for first home buyers. Photo: Struan Jones

Top 20 country towns for first home buyers revealed FOR all the iconic Australiana images of bush-bashing, duck-diving, outbackdriving folk, we in Australia are primarily city dwellers.

In fact, 86 percent of Australians live in cities.

For the lucky remaining 14 percent (that’s us) no one needs to convince us why regional living is infinitely superior.

The thing is though, city folks are catching on too. Spurred on by the pandemic, people are heading to the regions – a trend covered in this newspaper.

Research released by ME Bank has revealed the top 20 regional towns in Australia for first home buyers looking for an affordable lifestyle boost after the COVID-19 pandemic. And Victoria has dominated with eight of the top 20 town, and a local locale gets a special mention.

ME Bank designed the list following a survey in June 2020 that found two-thirds (60 percent) of first home buyers were more likely to consider buying in a regional area due to COVID-19, to save money and improve their lifestyle.

M E com missioned the research from Ethos Urban, a national planning and urban economics consultancy, who deployed two rounds of filtering. Towns that were too small, too big or with demographics less suited to first home buyers were initially excluded.

A shortlist of 83 towns were then ranked on categories most relevant to someone working from home, such as internet quality, health and education facilities, the town’s character and vibrancy, physical attractiveness of the area, population growth, employment rate and proximity to a major population centre. Housing affordability was also applied to the list with a double weighting.

The top 20 regional towns in Australia for first home buyers are:

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1. Nairne, South Australia 2. Bungendore, New South Wales 3. Margaret River, Western Australia 4. Mount Barker, South Australia 5. Kiama, New South Wales 6. Woodend, Victoria 7. Beechworth, Victoria 8. Dunsborough, Western Australia 9. Tatura, Victoria 10. Lennox Head, New South Wales 11. Kilmore, Victoria 12. Byron Bay, New South Wales 13. Tanunda, South Australia 14. Nuriootpa, South Australia 15. Mansfield, Victoria 16. irlie Beach – Cannonvale, Queensland 17. Wangaratta, Victoria 18. Port Fairy, Victoria 19. Mullumbimby, New South Wales 20. Castlemaine, Victoria ME’s consulting demographer, Chris McNeill from Ethos Urban, said the definitive list of Australia’s top 20 regional towns would help first home buyers narrow their property search and find their ideal home outside of metropolis.

“We did a thorough search right around the nation, looking for towns with just the right mix of lifestyle, amenities, housing market and natural beauty,” Mr McNeill said.

“Like many Australians cooped up the city, I spent hours during the pandemic trawling through property websites, daydreaming of a refreshing sea or tree change. This list can help make those dreams reality. With working from home on the rise, now is a perfect time to escape to the country, not only to improve your lifestyle, but save money and buy your first home.

“All the towns in our top 20 list are ideal for first home buyers, in different ways.

Some are cheaper for the bargain hunters, while others have the ideal beach lifestyle for those with bigger budgets.”

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Strategy for fruit fly falls short: Growers’ association THE Cobram and District Fruit Growers Association (CDFGA) believes the Victoria Government’s plan to abandon funding to support the management of Queensland fruit fly (Qfly) will have a catastrophic impact on Victoria’s horticulture production.

CDFGA president, Tony Siciliano, this week said the proposed Victorian Fruit Fly Strategy 2021-25 does not adequately protect Victoria and criticised its positioning of withdrawing support for successful initiatives to control Qfly, to instead focus on exotic species of fruit fly.

“Our view is that it is essential to maintain the focus on the existing Qfly threat as the highest priority, this needs to be done

in tandem with consideration of exotics, however we need a focus on both rather than one or the other,” Mr Siciliano said.

“The potential impact from Qfly on crop sales is massive and applies directly to domestic sales and is a direct barrier to increasing exports,” he said.

“Ours growers require ongoing support from the government to keep fruit fly at manageable levels, as we simply cannot do it alone without ongoing support. We have exceptional industry and community support but government needs to maintain a commitment to this industry’s fight against fruit fly,” Mr Siciliano said.

Small-scale school building projects across Shepparton region to receive funding SHEPPARTON region schools will receive a funding boost to deliver small but important upgrades as part of the State Government’s $70M Minor Capital Works Fund.

Member for Northern Victoria, Mark Gepp, last week announced the 11 schools across the region that will share in $1,689,970 as part of the fund to fast-track priority projects.

“We are making sure that students in the Shepparton region have access to the best school facilities and a great education,” Mr Gepp said.

“This investment is vital to Northern Victoria’s economic recovery and creating jobs in the Education State.”

Funding will go towards the following projects: • Congupna Primary School will receive $181,125 for car park upgrades • Dookie Primary School will receive $75,972 to upgrade playground • Katunga Primary School will receive $40,120 for painting works • Katunga South Primary School will receive $29,120 for internal refurbishment works • Lemnos Primary School will receive $168,020 for upgrades to toilet block • Mooroopna North Primary School will receive $231,125 for a new covered playground • Nathalia Primary School will receive $61,453 to construct an outdoor all-weather area • Numurkah Primary School will receive $225,625 for fence upgrades • Orrvale Primary School will receive $375,625 to extend the school's carpark and traffic management system • Shepparton East Primary School will receive $258,665 for a building extension to create more indoor learning space • Zeerust Primary School will receive $43,120 to upgrade school entrances to main school building Projects will commence from early 2021.

“Every student should have a great school, no matter where they live. That’s why we’re investing in hundreds of small but important projects that will make a big difference for schools and create jobs for Victorians,” Minister for Education James Merlino said.

“Whether it is upgrading toilets or building a new fence – this is all about making sure our students have the facilities they need.”

This investment is vital to Northern Victoria’s economic recovery and creating jobs in the Education State.

Mark Gepp

Member for Northern Victoria, Mark Gepp. Photo: Supplied

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Top award for local businessman continued from front page THE Community Hero Award acknowledges those everyday people doing extraordinary things within their local communities.

Community heroes may be involved in (but not restricted to) art, health, business, sports, volunteering, the environment, aged care, or education. They may have displayed courage in overcoming a personal adversity or demonstrated leadership in trying times.

For 2020, Shepparton’s John Anderson has won the prestigious Awards Australia Community Hero Award at the 2020 Regional Achievement and Community

Awards and was presented by Geoff Griffin, managing director, Awards Australia.

John won the Award from a strong field of 59 community contributors across Victoria.

The winners were announced on Friday, December 4 during an Online Awards Presentation. Online viewers from across the state tuned in to celebrate regional Victoria’s high achievers.

John works with heart and soul. He is a member of the Rotary Club and the President of the Shepparton Chamber of Commerce and Industry. He worked on the parking reference sub-committee to bring about $8.5M funding to the Shepparton Central

Business District, slated to commence in 2021. He also works with Council on various initiatives.

His ability to consult and negotiate without offending or upsetting the business community and Council executives helps John and the general community achieve the desired outcome. He is a kind, respectful and humble leader who is well loved in the community.

Winners each received either $2000 into an account in their name from Bank of Melbourne or an air time package on PRIME7 along with a trophy.

A MAN TO BE PROUD OF... President of Shepparton Chamber of Commerce and Industry, John Anderson, is this years recipient of Australia Community Hero Award. Photo: Steve Hutcheson

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ROUND UP DECEMBER 2020

LET’S WORK TOGETHER TO STOP THIS DANGEROUS BEHAVIOUR

THIS vehicle was driven dangerously around North Shepparton on Wednesday, December 2 at around 6:10pm.

At one stage it drove on the wrong side of Balaclava Road, Shepparton, overtaking vehicles at an estimated 130km/h in this 60km/h zone. It drove directly into the path of another vehicle travelling in the opposite direction.

The subsequent investigation secured this image of the blue sedan from CCTV footage.

If you witnessed the vehicle driving dangerously, or you have information about the owner or driver of the vehicle, contact us to help stop this high-risk behaviour.

Contact Acting Sergeant Fulton at Shepparton Police Station on 5820 5777 or email on vp41011@police.vic.gov.au Alternatively, you can provide information anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

YOU KNOW, HINO? THIS stolen Hino converted motor home stands out!

Stolen between Saturday, November 21, and Monday, November 23, from a Turnbull Road Mooroopna address. It is a 1989 Hino bus converted into a motor home. Originally a 42-seater bus, it is approximately 7m long.

The bus plates at time of theft are registration QZW099. Inside the motor home was camping equipment and the owners’ clothing and had a fully-equipped kitchen. The spare wheel attached to the front bumper bar also stands out.

If you see it call Triple Zero (000). If you have some information please contact Senior Constable Turpin at Mooroopna Police Station on 5825 4131 or email vp39402@ police.vic.gov.au Alternatively, you can provide your information anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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Sparkle this Christmas THIS Christmas, take the guesswork out of selecting the perfect present by choosing something special the recipient will enjoy and cherish for years to come.

Prouds The Jewellers Shepparton have an extensive range of gold, silver and precious stone jewellery to select from at up to 50 percent leading up to Christmas, as featured in their latest catalogue.

Currently, their ‘Blockbuster offer’ allows you to purchase a Silver Circles in Time pendant worth $69.90 for $29.95 with any purchase, available while stocks last.

“Our friendly team are looking forward to helping customers select the most wonderful gifts for their loved ones from our range of jewellery, watches, giftware and more,” Store manager, Lauren said.

Prouds The Jewellers are open MonThurs 9am-5:30pm, Friday 9am- 6pm, Saturday 9am-4pm and on Sundays for December only, 10:30am-3pm. They are located at 17 Maude Street and can be contacted on 5821 4512.

CHRISTMAS CATALOGUE OUT NOW... Prouds The Jewellers Shepparton’s team members, Stephanie Taylor and Kacey Charles. Photo: Stephanie Holliday

Goodstart doing good things for Christmas continued from front page WHEN you’re four year’s old, it’s fair to say you’re pleasantly on the receiving on when it comes to the flow of Christmas gifts, so educators at Goodstart are using the project to instil an attitude of giving and receiving among the youngest generation.

Ajana Jecs and Kirsty Simpson of Goodstart Early Learning are the ‘community connections champions’ behind the project.

They said the project was about getting the centre more involved in the community and set an example for children about community giving.

Parents of children are encouraged to donate presents, but so are members of the wider community who are welcome to drop of gifts to the Archer Street centre.

“It’s Christmas, so it’s also the perfect time for them to learn

about giving and receiving,” Ajana said.

“We are taking small steps to teach them about giving and getting the kids involved in decorating the boxes so they have the opportunity to put the presents into the boxes.”

GV Health Children’s Ward unit manager, Paula Holland, said the toys would be much appreciated as they hadn’t received any other Christmas donations.

“It’s a fantastic fundraiser because we always have kids in hospital over Christmas. Generally, only the ones who are really sick and need to be there are there,” Paula said.

“The kids there love receiving some toys, and they have a visit from Santa on Christmas Day as well so that will be an opportunity to give out some extra gifts.

“It’s a great fundraiser for the Ward, and will make the kids’ Christmas.”

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This is why we can’t have nice things IN another act of Christmas derangement, vandals have tipped two of the three present boxes installed at Victoria Park Lake into the water and had their bows broken.

Meanwhile, Santa’s mailbox in the Maude Street Mall, which provides a location for Children to post letters to Santa, has been damaged beyond repair.

The present boxes had been decorated by primary school students from across Greater Shepparton.

The boxes took hours of painting and decorating and the students were very much looking forward to seeing their artwork on display this festive season. Other present boxes had been decorated by SAM, Kaiela Arts and Berry Street too.

This damage comes at a cost to Council with a contractor

UNDER ATTACK... Christmas decorations have become the target of acts of vandalism. So far, the Christmas Cows, present boxes in Victoria Park and Santa’s mailbox in the Maude Street Mall have all been damaged. The cost will be borne by ratepayers. Photo: Struan Jones

having to be organised after hours to remove the boxes from the lake, and Council will need to look into a replacement mailbox decoration for next year.

The vandalism comes on the back of two incidences of the iconic Christmas Cows being damaged.

Council is encouraging anyone with information to contact the Shepparton Police.

Avoiding skin damage from the sun IF the past couple of weeks are to be any indicator, this summer is going to be a hot one and as the warmer weather comes, many Australians take to enjoying outdoor activities and while these can be healthy, the risk of sunburn is always present.

Despite wide publicity campaigns, many Australians still get sunburnt, often without realising the dangers this presents.

The Cancer Council highlights that exposure to ultra-violet radiation from the sun or solariums is responsible for about 95

percent of skin cancers, the most dangerous of which is melanoma.

Last year it was expected that there would be more than 15,000 diagnoses of melanoma of the skin - close to one diagnosis every half hour, according to the Melanoma Institute Australia.

Melanoma is the third most common cancer in Australian men, The institute predicted there would be 1,726 deaths from melanoma of the skin last year, that is one Australian every five

hours, twice the number that have died from COVID-19.

Protection against the sun is critical and the SunSmart campaign aims to impress on everyone how important it is to take protective measures when going outdoors.

The Cancer Council recommendations for the best protection should be followed.

These included: Slip on sun-protective clothing that covers as much of our skin as possible. Slop on broad spectrum, water resistant SPF30+

Landcare receives funding for facilitators THE Goulburn Murray Landcare Network operates in the agricultural floodplains of the Goulburn Broken and North Central catchments of Victoria and covers approximately 3,000km2 servicing Landcare and environmental groups in the region.

The Victorian Government has provided funding for the continued employment of Landcare facilitators who play a valuable role coordinating the efforts of volunteers across the state and here in Northern Victoria.

Facilitators build community capacity by supporting the grass roots work of local Landcare groups, encouraging effective participation in Landcare activities and enabling groups to become self-supporting.

Landcare makes a great contribution towards protecting and improving the environment and improving farm productivity, here in Northern Victoria and across Victoria. It also provides significant social benefits to the communities it serves.

Victorian Landcare is helping to implement the Government's long-term biodiversity plan – Protecting Victoria's Environment – Biodiversity 2037. For details on Victorian Landcare Facilitator Program: www.environment. vic.gov.au/landcare/VLFP

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LANDCARE FACILITATORS ADD VALUE TO COMMUNITIES... A Landcare group undertaking a floodplain ecology course. Photo: Supplied.

sunscreen 20 minutes before we go outdoors and then every two hours afterwards. Slap on a hat that protects the face, head, neck and ears Seek shade Slide on sunglasses that meet Australian Standards If you have a problem spot it pays to have it checked out. The sooner a skin cancer is identified and treated, the better. Becoming familiar with the look of your skin, so that any changes that might suggest a skin cancer are recognised is an important step.

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JOY TO THE WORLD... Christmas is well and truly upon us and excitement is building among families. Shepparton’s Matilda, Lola and Ruby Hoare had their encounter with Santa recently, who has made it through 2020 to welcome in the festive season. Merry Christmas to all from The Adviser.

Photo: Dale Wright

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CHRISTMAS SPIRIT... Santa Claus is at Kialla’s Riverside Plaza and is encouraging people to donate an unwrapped gift under the Community Giving Tree to be donated to VincentCare. Photo: Struan Jones

Santa Claus HAS COME TO TOWN FRESH out of his quarantine period after being monitored by the Department of Elf, Santa Clause has been working hard daily at Kialla’s Riverside Plaza spreading Christmas joy.

Reportedly the only sighting of Santa in Greater Shepparton this year, Riverside Plaza’s Santa has set up shop between 9.30am and 4.30pm all the way through to Christmas Eve with photos arranged online through bookitlive.net/dalewright.

While Santa has been enjoying his stay in the Goulburn Valley meeting many of the local families, he's also set up a Community Giving Tree inside the plaza.

Not everyone has had a great time of 2020, and that doesn’t mean they’re on the naughty list. Shoppers are encouraged to place an unwrapped gift under the tree, all of which will

be donated to VincentCare Shepparton.

VincentCare works to support people with complex needs who are facing significant disadvantage. Their tailored assistance includes family violence services, financial counselling and capability, emergency relief, and Home Care Packages.

There’s more than one reason to head to Riverside Plaza, too. Spending at least $10 at one of the 24 stores can put you into the running in winning a $500 or $1000 Shopping Spree as part of the GMCU 2020 Cracking Christmas Shopping Spree Giveaway, supported by The Adviser.

Simply spend at least $10 in store, fill out a quick entry form and place it in the box. In total there are 25 Shopping Sprees to be won.

THE GIFT OF beautiful FRAGRANCE DELIGHTFULLY WRAPPED CHRISTMAS GIFTS...

Some of the friendly team at Shepparton Amcal Pharmacy from left including pharmacy assistant Shelley Poliness, pharmacy assistant Vanessa Sabri, retail manager Antonella Loverso and pharmacy assistant Hollie Johnson.

Photo: Stephanie Holliday.

ONE of the most fool-proof gifts for a special person in your life is that of a beautiful fragrance. There’s no need to travel to a department store to find an official, authorised seller of designer fragrances. Shepparton Amcal Pharmacy (formerly John Anderson Pharmacy), located in the CBD, stock a full range of fine perfumes and colognes from high fashion houses such as Chanel, Dior and more.

Chanel’s new fragrance, L'Eau Privée, is bound to be a crowd favourite, with notes of mandarin, rose, jasmine and white musk making it a wonderful perfume for summer months.

Save yourself the hassle of battling for a carpark and hunting down a sales assistant to complete your purchase by shopping locally, where a team of friendly, expertly trained sales associates can help you choose the perfect gift.

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Free gift wrapping is on offer with purchases, taking one of the most dreaded silly season tasks off your hands.

Professionally wrapped gift packs are on offer from designer perfume houses, prestige cosmetic brands such as Estee Lauder, Lancôme and Clinique and luxury skincare brands Philosophy, L’ Occitane amongst many more.

Complete your Christmas shopping at Shepparton Amcal Pharmacy, located at 310312 Wyndham Street, Shepparton or give them a call on 5821 2596.

Spend a minimum of $10 in the showrooms and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $15,000. Shepparton Amcal Pharmacy is a participating business in the GMCU 2020 $15,000 Cracking Christmas Shopping Spree.

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JINGLE BELLS... Maya Burbidge, Jude Briskie, Delilah Murphy, Luca Taylor, Elijah James, Kyden James, Mannix Londrigan and Alfie Londrigan with Santa Bob in Tatura’s Robert Mactier Memorial Garden. Photo: Stephanie Holliday

ROVING SANTA SURPRISE CHILDREN in Robert Mactier Memorial Garden on Saturday were delighted to receive a surprise visit from the Goulburn Valley’s very own Santa Bob. Kindly organised by Tatura’s Sam Clohesy, Santa Bob’s appearance allowed for children who may have missed out on a traditional photo this year to have one taken with him in the park.

“This year’s challenges made it extra hard for Santa photo’s to be taken. Santa Bob has been in our family Santa photo every year, so I thought why not bring the joy of Christmas to a few children in the park and spread some cheer,” Sam said.

Santa Bob wishes everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

MOOROOPNA’S HARDWARE SANTA...

Joey Campanelli of Mooroopna Hardware is encouraging people to enter their Christmas Giveaway by spending just $10 in store to win a cabinet and everything inside it, drawn on the night before Christmas.

Photo: Struan Jones

HAMMERING DOWN A

winning chance

THE local hardware store is an essential part of any community. Nothing they sell is superfluous, and any purchase makes your home or work life better.

At this time of year, there are many chances to win prizes while out shopping.

For starters, GMCU Cracking Christmas Shopping Spree Giveaway, in partnership with The Adviser, is giving away $15,000-worth of shopping sprees to shoppers who spend just $10 or more in more than 160 participating businesses and fill out an entry form.

Buy what you need and go in the chance to win $500 or $1000 shopping spree vouchers.

At Mooroopna Hardware (also a participating business in The Adviser’s Cracking Christmas Giveaway), they also have their own Christmas raffle going on, meaning you double your chances of winning prizes.

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So, while you’re at Mooroopna Hardware spending more than $10, fill out an entry form for both the Cracking Christmas Giveaway and the in-house giveaway.

An annual tradition, the prize this year is a galvanised storage cabinet full of extra gear. In total the pack is worth more than $1000! In the cabinet you’ll find a barbecue kit, an auto-rewind hose reel, Taubmans and Makita stubby holders and keep cups, a Falcon bench-mounted chain grinder and more. It’s a pirate’s treasure chest of useful goodies.

For more information or to go into the draw, which will be drawn on Christmas Eve, head into Mooroopna Hardware at 7 Mill Street, or call the team on 5825 4660.

Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $15,000. Mooroopna Hardware is a participating business in the GMCU 2020 $15,000 Cracking Christmas Shopping Spree Giveaway.

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UNIQUE AND SPECIAL CHRISTMAS GIFTS...

Owner of AOK, Michelle Newten, has a range of specially curated gifts for your loved ones this Christmas.

Photo: Stephanie Holliday CARE FOR YOUR AUTO-ELECTRICAL REPAIRS… From left, T & M Batteries autoelectricians, Blair Cook, Shaun Krause and proprietors, Meg and Trevor Cook.

Photo: Alicia Niglia

NO CHRISTMAS

breakdowns AngelsABOVE THIS year many of us turned to spiritual guidance to help us charter through unfamiliar waters. We had time to sit back and reflect on what we value and reassess our journeys, and perhaps we felt enlightenment would help us better cope with a year of uncertainties.

Michelle Newten, known as Shepparton’s very own ‘The Aussie Angel Lady’, award winning author, metaphysical teacher, inspirational speaker, healer and angelic medium is excited to have recently re-opened her store in a brand-new location.

AOK Specialty Gifts & Salt Rooms have recommenced trade in Shepparton's High Street, with a vast range of unique and inspiring Christmas décor along with their ample range of specialised gifts, angel figurines and mementos.

The newly refurbished shopfront is home to an expanded assortment of tumble stones, fine crystals and crystal jewellery.

AOK Specialty Gifts & Salt Rooms are excited to relaunch their salt room services and angel readings in 2021 once renovations to the back portion of the premises are complete.

Open from Tuesday to Friday 9am-5pm and Saturday from 9am-4pm, AOK Specialty Gifts & Salt Rooms are now located at 151 High Street and can be contacted on 5821 5974.

Spend a minimum of $10 in store and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $15,000. AOK Specialty Gifts & Salt Rooms is a participating business in the GMCU 2020 $15,000 Cracking Christmas Shopping Spree.

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IS camping or a road trip on the cards for you in the next couple of months? Breaking down is the last thing you want on your holiday.

Now in its 24th year, Shepparton automotive electrical business, T & M Batteries is continuing to provide their high level of service to customers across the Goulburn Valley. When it comes to breakdowns, their team are experts.

Late model or early model, the team can help with a range of electrical issues in motor vehicles, including tractors, motorhomes, motorbikes and caravans, Trevor and Meg Cook of T & M Batteries say when planning a big trip, many people underestimate the importance of their motor vehicle’s electrical system.

“Many people don’t understand that five of the major reasons a car won’t start have to do with problems with electronics. Your starter motor, alternator, battery, ignition and wiring are all auto-electrical components,” Trevor

said.

T & M Batteries are also distributors of the popular Delkor range of batteries, available for many kinds of vehicles. The showroom stocks and displays many automotive accessories such as solar panels, battery chargers, heavy duty jumper leads, trailer plugs, switches, globes and much more.

With three qualified auto electricians, T & M Batteries can offer comprehensive advice and repairs regarding alternators, starter motors, auto air-conditioning, auto-electrical repairs and dual battery systems.

Look out for the giant battery on the storefront roof at T & M Batteries, 82 Benalla Road, Shepparton, or give the friendly team a call on 5831 7000.

Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $15,000. T & M Batteries is a participating business in the GMCU 2020 $15,000 Cracking Christmas Shopping Spree Giveaway.

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TO MOW YOUR LAWN

THE once-held fear that robots will take over the world is slowly coming true.

Thankfully, they also plan to keep your lawn looking great.

Automated robot mowers a re t he future of lawn maintenance and Sweden’s Husqvarna are leading the way with a range of smart mowers that will get the job done outside.

Shepparton outdoor power tools expert, Mike Scandolera, said even he was sceptical of the robots, until the team at Shepparton Mowers and Leisure set one loose on their front lawn.

“It’s awesome. It literally does its own thing. It’ll head out, cut the grass, then return to its docking station to charge up before heading out again,” he said.

Now under new ownership, Shepparton Mowers and Leisure have a full range of

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POWERED UP... The Shepparton Mowers and Leisure team, (l-r) Tony Carbone, Shirley Pearson, Mike Scandolera, Shane Cox, Aidan Lloyd, and Frank Pearson with some of their automowers in their Numurkah Road showroom. Missing is new owner, Heath Doyle. Photo: Struan Jones

Husqvarna robot mowers. Now considered ‘the smart way to mow’, these mowers use advanced navigation (so they won’t take off down the street or spend an hour trying to mow the patio). They recharge themselves, leave no track marks, are quiet and work rain, hail or shine.

Beyond the latest mowers, Shepparton Mowers and Leisure also have a great range of whipper snippers – the lively cousin of the lawn mower – with some on sale now.

With a new team in charge, Mike Scandolera said the store would be updating the range of outdoor power tools over the next few months, and it would be worth

popping in regularly to see what’s new.

The team also have an expert workshop team which services and repairs all brands of outdoor power tools.

S h e pp a r to n Mowe r s a nd L e i s u r e is located at 182 Nu mu rkah Road, Shepparton North (next door to the Shepparton North KFC). Call them on 5831 2622.

Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $15,000. Shepparton Mowers and Leisure is a participating business in the GMCU 2020 $15,000 Cracking Christmas Shopping Spree Giveaway.

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HAMPERS GALORE... Europa Deli’s Anna and Joe Mallamaci with a selection of their beautiful Christmas hampers. Photo: Stephanie Holliday

Panettone A-PLENTY THE joy of Christmas has further added to the already bustling and friendly atmosphere at Europa Deli and Café. An inviting space for locals to sit and enjoy a chat over coffee or to browse and purchase a wide range of unique and gourmet deli groceries, Europa Deli and Café have all your presents sorted.

Europa Deli and Café owners, Joe and Anna Mallamaci, are renowned around town for providing exceptional service to their loyal customers. Further to providing an extensive range of European deli goods, café food, coffee and much more, this Christmas Joe and Anna have again created some gorgeous gourmet baskets and hampers full of delicacies to delight anyone.

“Our delightful Christmas baskets and hampers are filled with the specialist and gourmet European products from our store,” Joe said.

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“Further to our Christmas fare, we are also selling a vast range of Panettone, the traditional Italian dessert centerpiece to give your Christmas spread a special touch.

“We want to wish all of our valued customers a safe and Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and also to thank them for supporting us through 2020.”

Visit Europa Deli and Café to find the perfect gift for your loved ones, or even for yourself. Find Europa Deli and Café at 37 Vaughan Street, Shepparton or phone 5831 3109 to place an order for a Christmas hamper.

Spend a minimum of $10 in store and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $15,000. Europa Deli is a participating business in the GMCU 2020 $15,000 Cracking Christmas Shopping Spree.

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FUN CREW... The squad at Clark Rubber Shepparton: (l-r) Jay Singh, Gary Singh, and Ricky Kumar.

Photo: Struan Jones

Everything fun FOR CHRISTMAS THERE aren’t too many stores you can drop into and buy a pool.

Jumping in the pool, heading to the pool, going to your mate’s place who has a pool, and buying outlandish toys for the pool are all classic Australian summertime activities.

In fact, the pool - along with the cricket nets and the tennis court are probably the centre points of many people’s Christmas holidays.

In Shepparton, one store does sell pools, maintenance equipment, and more pool toys you can poke a pool noodle at.

Clark Rubber on Benalla Road is a pool wonderland, but that’s not all they specialise in.

According to store manager Ricky Kumar, the store also sells and supplies mats for everything – for hospitals, schools, supermarkets,

aged care, gyms, child care and more. Any sort of flooring mat you require, Clark Rubber most likely has it. The store actually plays a huge role in the community, helping out where they can.

Clark Rubber also sells things for the patio and backyard, health and fitness, camping mattresses and everything foam and rubber.

Drop in and see the team a 130-160 Benalla Road, just past Marketplace when heading out of town. Or call them on 5821 6899.

Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $15,000. Clark Rubber Shepparton is a participating business in the GMCU 2020 $15,000 Cracking Christmas Shopping Spree Giveaway.

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ALL-DAY BREAKFAST, YES PLEASE... Some of the team at Bill & Beats including social media manager/ waitress, Alice Shellie, owner, Chris Buzza and barista Luke McLeod Hawken. Photo: Stephanie Holliday

ALL day breakfast is hard to come by. Not much is worse than having your sights set on a big breakfast for brunch only to be told you’re too late, it’s turned to lunch menu only.

Thankfully, Bill & Beats offer a full, allday breakfast menu to help satisfy those 2pm bacon and egg cravings.

In addition to the most important meal of the day, house-made desserts, delicious coffee and an extensive lunch menu are on offer.

Boasting a fully stocked bar, Bill & Beats is also a great location to host a Christmas function, featuring a quaint outdoor beer

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garden so you can make the most of balmy weather. Vacancies are filling up fast, so it’s best to get in quick for bookings.

Open from Monday to Friday 7am-3pm and on weekends 8:30am-3pm, Bill & Beats is located at 106a McLennan Street, Mooroopna and can be contacted on 5825 3695.

Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $15,000. Bill and Beats is a participating business in the GMCU 2020 $15,000 Cracking Christmas Shopping Spree Giveaway.

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ADVENTURE KINGS ACCESSORIES NOW AVAILABLE... The team at Solar City Marine & Caravans from left, service advisor Sam Mangiameli, dealer principal Leigh McCully, sales manager Jim Edmunds, senior technician Glenn Burston and office manager Donna Cleeland #whereyougotogetaway. Photo: Stephanie Holliday.

ADVENTURE

Kings

GET T I NG a new toy such as a boat or caravan is an unbeatable feeling.

Sometimes however we may find ourselves scratching our heads once we realise we're having trouble with an awning or forgot to ask a crucial question about our boat's motor.

T h a n k f u l l y, S o l a r C i t y M a r i n e & C a rava n s of fer a p er s on a l i s e d , in-depth service at handover where all your questions are answered, driver instruction lessons provided and tuition on all operating procedures are covered in addition to anything else you may require.

Solar City Marine & Caravans pride themselves on their wealth of knowledge and exceptional level of customer service.

Stocking a large range of Adventure Kings 4wd and camping accessories, all your Christmas presents are sorted for the keen

adventurers in your life.

A one - stop shop for all ca rava n, camping and boating needs, Solar City Marine & Caravans is also an authorised Yamaha service provider with a fully equipped workshop, ensuring they can provide a complete service for your new investment from start to finish.

S o l a r C it y M a r i n e & C a r ava n s are located at 195 Numurkah Road, Shepparton and can be contacted on 5831 6388.

S pe nd a m i n i mu m of $10 i n t he showrooms and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $15,000.

Solar City Marine & Caravans is a participating business in the GMCU 2020 $15,000 Cracking Christmas Shopping Spree.

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GIFT PACKS... Cellarbrations Shepparton North store manager, Daniel McKay, with expert salesperson, Teaghan Wilton. The pair are excited about stocking a range of gift packs ranging from Jack Daniels to Baileys to Chambord. Photo: Struan Jones

REACH FOR

higher things

THIS CHRISTMAS ALL 67 months of 2020 are nearly over, and it’s time to celebrate.

Many of us have been separated from family and friends, either over the border in NSW or trapped within or without Daniel’s ‘ring of steel’. But it’s Christmas now, and that means togetherness, gifts, and celebrations.

Throughout this year many of us have gone from ‘I need a drink’, to now: ‘Let’s have a drink’. So, let’s.

I f you’re th in k ing of a bot tle of something special as a gift for Christmas, the team at Cellarbrations in Shepparton North can help you out with top-shelf Scotch and Irish whiskeys, and even some Japanese whiskey, which just may change your life for the better.

They also have gift packs available,

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including from Wild Turkey, Chambord, Jack Daniels and the ever-popular Baileys, and gift cards are available. Along with special gifts, Cellarbrations Shepparton North also stocks an everyday range of beers and wines.

The store is locally-owned and run, with Daniel McKay in charge. It’s a team that’s happy to be there.

C el la rbrat ions Sheppa r ton Nor t h is located at 127 Numurkah Road, S h e pp a r to n , n e x t to t h e C h e m i s t Warehouse. Call them on 5858 4158.

Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $15,000. Cellarbrations Shepparton North is a participating business in the GMCU 2020 $15,000 Cracking Christmas Shopping Spree Giveaway.

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SUIT GURU... Paul Jerome of Mooroopna’s Talisman Menswear is on a mission to help men make their clothes last. His new Youtube channel, SuitGuru, will provide tips and tricks for men along with unboxing videos and latest news from the store. Photo: Struan Jones

MAKING YOUR FASHION LAST:

Tips from the Guru M E N ’ S f a s h io n m i g ht s t a r t w it h purchasing good quality, stylish clothing, but maintaining the quality of those clothes depends on how you wash, hang and store them.

To get real value for money and keep your wardrobe fresh, you must know how to look after your clothes, says one Mooroopna fashion expert and retailer.

It’s one of the motivations behind a new Youtube channel set up by Paul Jerome of Talisman Menswear on McLennan Street.

Paul, a tailor who has run his own su c c e s sf u l m e n s we a r s tore a nd i s passionate about decking men out in wellfitted, fashionable clothing, is now the ‘SuitGuru’ on Youtube.

Paul aims to add videos to his budding channel, including videos of unboxing new stock and highlighting what he has in-store, along with tips and tricks for men to get the look right.

“It’s about engaging with customers in a different, new and exciting way outside of the store,” Paul said.

“I want people to be able to buy something and have it last and a lot of that comes down to how they look after it once

it’s gotten home, so maintenance is a very important thing.

“It’s fantastic having new and exciting things, but I want people to get longevity out of them.”

The Suit Guru not just in name, Paul stocks an impressive range of suits for any occasion, and gives you the personalised service to make the process as easy as possible.

It’s also only weeks before Christmas, and Paul has a heap of new summer stock that won’t stick around for long, including a new range of t-shirts printed in the USA. Business has picked up and he is encouraging people to get in early and not leave any Christmas shopping to the last minute.

Plus, spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $15,000. Talisman Menswear is a participating business in the GMCU 2020 $15,000 Cracking Christmas Shopping Spree Giveaway.

Find Paul Jerome at Talisman Menswear at 78-80 McLennan Street, Mooroopna, or call on (03) 5825 5170.

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STRANGE TIMES, GREAT PLACES... Part of the team at Jaycar Shepparton, (l-r) Mathew Vidler, Chris Lane and Jay Harrison. The gents are experts with all things electrical and can help you out in-store with a smile. Photo: Struan Jones

MAKING

Christmas SHOPPING FUN HALF the fun of Christmas shopping is knowing when you’ve really nailed the perfect gift – something you haven’t given before, something that isn’t generic or boring, and perhaps something the recipient didn’t even know was a thing.

Finding the right store is the first step to finding the right Christmas gift, and there’s a store in Shepparton where you really don’t know what you’re going to stumble across.

Jaycar Shepparton is a wonderland of interesting, sometimes quirky, and suddenly-essential electronic items.

For the record, Jaycar isn’t about cars, although they do sell a range of car products, things such as GPS vehicle trackers, wireless reversing camera kits, personal breathalysers and dash mobile phone holders.

Jaycar is all about electronics – gadgets, to ol s , bat t er ie s , hol id ay c a mpi ng , entertainment, and toys. Speaking of toys,

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a hot favourite already this season has been the retro arcade game console, which comes with 1660 games. That’s something to do between cricket or tennis broadcasts this summer.

There’s a lot to look at, and you’re probably going to leave with one thing for someone special and another thing for yourself.

Jaycar Shepparton is located at 575-585 Wyndham Street, Shepparton. That’s on the left-hand side of the GV Highway when heading south, just about opposite Busy Bean Drive Thru Coffee. Or call them on 5822 4037. They also have extended trading hours through December so you can drop in after work.

Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $15,000. Jaycar Shepparton is a participating business in the GMCU 2020 $15,000 Cracking Christmas Shopping Spree Giveaway.

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pets safe THIS CHRISTMAS CHRISTMAS feasts are a big part of what makes the day so special, but it's important to remember to keep our pets safe during the silly season.

The Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) is advising pet owners to be careful about keeping festive foods well away from animals this Christmas.

Over the holiday period, it’s common for veterinarians to treat pets that have become ill over Christmas as a result of ingesting food that can be harmful to animals.

“At Christmas time, there’s usually more food around and people can become complacent about keeping food away from family pets.

Unfortunately, there are a number of foods that are toxic for pets and if they access these foods, either directly from being fed by someone or indirectly from picking it up off the floor, it can cause serious health issues, or in some cases even be fatal," AVA president, Dr Warwick Vale, said.

“It’s important that in the lead up to Christmas, owners are informed about the foods to avoid and take precautions to ensure pets don’t access them. The last thing we want over Christmas is for families to make an unplanned trip to the veterinarian.”

The main foods to keep well away from pets are: • Chocolate – toxic to dogs and cats, even in small quantities • Nutmeg – one of the lesser-known poisonous foods. Dogs can suffer from issues with the nervous system including tremors, seizures, and even death • Avocados – contains a dangerous toxin which can damage the heart, lungs, and tissue of many different animals • Turkey skin, pork crackling, sausages and fatty meats – can lead to inflammation of the pancreas due to high-fat content. This can be extremely serious and even fatal • Onions and garlic – can cause gastric irritation and anaemia if they are consumed in large quantities • Grapes and raisins – can cause acute kidney failure • Macadamia nuts – can be toxic to dogs. Symptoms will likely occur within 12 hours and can include vomiting, increased temperature and elevated heart rate • Other foods to keep away from your furry friends are dairy products, raw eggs, mushrooms, raw fish, citrus fruit, green potatoes and large quantities of tomatoes or salt.

Signs of food poisoning in pets can vary from case to case. Warning signs include: vomiting, diarrhoea, lethargy, fever, and loss of appetite.

YUM FOR YOU, NOT FOR YOUR POOCH... Ensure foods that are unsafe are kept away from your pets this Christmas. Photo: Supplied

KEEP YOUR CAT SAFE... Ensure your beloved kitty does not play with potentially unsafe decorations. Photo: Supplied

“If owners want to give their pets the occasional treat, they need to offer quality pet treats that contain the right nutrients to keep them healthy," Dr Vale said.

“In the lead up to Christmas, speak to your veterinarian about treats that will be suitable for your pet and if you suspect your pet has eaten something toxic, you should contact your veterinarian immediately.”

It's also important to make sure pets don't chew on decorations that can be harmful to their health.

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NOT TO BE TRIFLED WITH... Give your Christmas trifle a cherry boost. Photo: Supplied

Chocolate cherry trifle NO Christmas is complete without a cheeky trifle. Why not make the most of the abundance of delicious cherries in our region this Christmas and make it a chocolate cherry trifle!

INGREDIENTS • 1 x 20cm round store-bought chocolate sponge • 1kg cherries, pitted, plus extra cherries for top • 1 Cup rosé Moscato wine • 600ml thickened cream • 2 Tablespoons caster sugar • 50g dark chocolate, shaved • Chocolate Custard • 4 Egg yolks • 1/4 Cup caster sugar • 1 Tablespoon cornflour • 2 Tablespoons cocoa powder • 1 cup milk • 300ml cream • 50g dark chocolate, chopped METHOD For custard: 1. W hisk together egg yolks, sugar, cornflour and cocoa in a large bowl.

Combine milk and cream in a saucepan over medium heat until hot but not boiling, then pour into egg mixture and whisk until smooth. Pour mixture back into saucepan and place over lowmedium heat. Add chocolate and stir until melted. Continue to heat custard

until thickened, ensuring it doesn’t boil as it will split.

2. Cover custard directly with plastic wrap so it doesn’t form a skin, and refrigerate to cool and thicken further.

3. Place cherries and Moscato in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cherries begin to release their juice and soften, but still retain their shape.

4. Strain cherries and reserve cherry syrup. Set cherries aside to cool and return syrup to saucepan. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until reduced by half and thickened. Set aside to cool.

5. Whisk cream and caster sugar together until soft peaks.

6. To assemble, cut sponge horizontally in half.

7. Place one layer in the base of a 20cm glass serving bowl and drizzle with some cherry syrup. Cover evenly with half of the custard, followed by half the cream. Scatter the cooked cherries over cream and drizzle with extra syrup.

8. C ont i nue w it h a not her l ayer of sponge, syrup, custard and finishing with the remaining cream. Top with fresh cherries and sprinkle with shaved chocolate.

9. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until ready to serve.

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Something for everyone BEAUTIFUL silk and linen clothing, fragrant soy candles, luxurious skincare and vegan leather purses and handbags all make wonderful gifts for Mum, Nan, your favorite auntie or even yourself.

Finding a place that stocks a diverse range of beautifully curated gifts needn't be difficult when Sel’s Gifts and Décor have the lovely Sherie on hand to help you select something special.

As Myrtle & Moss and Imagine clothing’s only local stockists, a unique present is easy to find without travelling far.

Some of the other great brands stocked at Sel’s Gifts and Décor include Taylor Hill scarves, costume jewellery by

PLETHORA OF BEAUTIFUL GIFTS... Sherie from Sel’s Gifts & Decor is on hand to help you select the perfect present. Photo: Stephanie Holliday

Adorne and Liberte, Black Caviar vegan leather goods, Palm Beach candles and Sundaise hats, just to name a few.

To choose from their fine selection of products, visit Sel’s

Gifts and Décor, located at 7999 Goulburn Valley Highway, Kialla. They can be contacted on 5823 1677 for product enquiries.

Christmas church services listings in Greater Shepparton Shepparton Anglican Parish Christmas Church Services 2020 Contact staugustines.shepparton@ gmail.com for more information St. Augustine’s Shepparton 93 Maude St, Shepparton Thursday, December 24 5.30pm Crib Service Thursday, December 24 11pm Midnight Mass Friday, December 25 8.30am Christ Church - Impey St, Murchison Friday, December 25 9.30am St. Paul's Rushworth Christmas Day - no service (join Christ Church Murchison) St. Luke's Dookie Christmas Day - no service (join Shepparton) Shepparton Church of Christ 105 Corio St Shepparton Sunday, December 13 10am Sunday, December 20 10am Friday, December 25 9am GVCF – The Church on Pine 9 Pine Rd, Shepparton

Friday, December 25 10am Website www.gvcf.org.au Contact info@gvcf.org.au or 58 315 263 for more information Shepparton Presbyterian Church 168 Hayes St, Shepparton Friday, December 25 9.30am Website - http:// sheppartonpresbyterian.org.au Contact - kreex2@gamil.com for more information Shepparton Salvation Army 99 Nixon St, Shepparton Christmas carol service Sunday, December 20 at 10am YouTube - Shepparton Salvation Army Contact 5821 2666 for more information Encounter Christian Church 155 Verney Rd, Shepparton Sunday, December 20 9am and 11am Website: www.encounter.cc Contact: connect@encountercc.org.au Life Church Christmas Service 4 Treacy St Mooroopna

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DOORS OPEN... Christmas church services are starting to be scheduled around Greater Shepparton. Photo: Supplied

Sunday, December 20 10am.

Attendance is by booking only due to number restrictions.

Please contact the church office 58253938.

Available to view online live.

Search Life Church Mooroopna on Facebook or YouTube.

St Alban’s Anglican @ the Canteen 15-17 Young St, Mooroopna Thursday, December 24 7pmFriday,

December 25 9.30am www.facebook.com/teamsaintalbans Contact simon@mooroopnaanglican. com for more information Exchange Church Christmas Carols Service Sunday, December 20 4:00pm 9 Pine Rd, Shepparton W: www.exchangechurch.org.au E: info@exchangechurch.org.au

EDUCATION

Stay near, go far HANNAH Kulari found the educational opportunities at home in Shepparton to kickstart her nursing career.

After graduating from VCE at Wanganui Park Secondary College, Hannah began studying a Bachelor of Nursing at La Trobe University’s Shepparton Campus.

She’s now preparing for her graduate year working at the Austin Hospital in Melbourne.

She says studying at her home-town uni campus, with its personal approach and smaller class sizes, was a great decision.

“I was able to keep my casual job at Coles, before beginning to work at Shepparton Retirement Villages as a personal carer,” Hannah said of combining work and study.

“I have loved how personalised my time at La Trobe Shepparton has been. I have been able to build such wholesome friendships with many of my classmates, peers and lecturers, as being a smaller campus, you get to know everyone!”

Hannah said staying in Shepparton meant she didn’t have the financial pressures that come with moving away for tertiary studies. Although now she’s ready to graduate, she’s excited to begin her career in metropolitan Melbourne.

After her city experience Hannah hopes to travel Australia and work as a nurse in regional and remote communities.

“Overall, I have had great experiences

HOME TOWN STUDY... Hannah Kulari is studying nursing from Shepparton’s La Trobe University. Photo: Supplied

in regional nursing, which I believe will benefit my nursing career,” she said.

“I recommend studying regionally. I have felt so incredibly supported throughout my degree and developed relationships I will cherish for a lifetime.”

Speak to La Trobe University about beginning your dream career in 2021 and book a one-on-one consult at latrobe.edu. au/study/one-on-one-consultations or call 1300 135 045.

Award-winning Shepparton student returns to GV Health H UGE congratulations to final year nursing student, Eva Gauci, who has this week received an award from the Australian nursing and Midwifery Federation.

“I have always had an interest in nursing. I am a people person, and love interacting with others and getting out in the community,” Eva said.

“I want to make a difference. I have always been fascinated by the human body and the medical field, and how healthcare practitioners can make a difference to people’s lives.

“You can make an impact living in a large regional centre – having close connections to your local community. It is rewarding to see the impact of healthcare services within our region and the positive health outcomes that evolve. It is different to working in a metropolitan environment… you can see the change.

“After my nine-week placement at the Royal Children’s Hospital, I am really looking forward to making the most of the opportunities at GV Health. In a regional hospital, you see many different clinical presentations, compared to a metro hospital where it is more specialised. You are able to gain a wide range of skills in the rural and regional healthcare environment.

“Currently working as a ward clerk in the Respiratory Unit at GV Health, it has been a really unique experience and a hive of activity during the COVID pandemic and

RECOGNISED... Award-winning student, Eva Gauci, returned to Shepparton to work at GV Health after a nine-week placement at the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne. Photo: Supplied

with the redevelopment of the hospital.

“I look forward to my Graduate Year at GV Health where I will be able to experience different specialities of nursing to see where my passions lie. I am particularly interested in paediatric, oncology and surgical nursing.

“I came back to Shepparton after the first year of my course and have really enjoyed the smaller classes and the great clinical experience that we get here. Staff are super approachable and helpful - you get to have close relationships with lecturers, and I have made some great friends!”

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Thank you to the community HUGE THANK YOU... The team at GV Skin and Specialist centre wish to thank all their patients and the community for a wonderful first year in operation.

From left, Dr Wil Chong, Gina Baker, Heather Thomas, Brittany Daniels, and Dr Matthew Wong in their Wyndham Street clinic. Photo: Struan Jones.

AS we plunge into summer, it remains important as ever to look after our skin.

Australia has the awkward title as the ‘skin cancer nation’, and no wonder. We have one of the highest rates of melanoma in the world, and melanoma is often referred to as 'Australia's national cancer'.

Melanoma is the third most common cancer in Aussie men, after prostate and colorectal cancer, and is the third most common cancer in Aussie women, after breast and colorectal cancer. And especially for young people: Melanoma is the most common cancer affecting 15 to 39-year-old Australians.

For all these reasons, skin treatment clinics are supremely important.

Here in Shepparton, the GV Skin and Specialist Centre has notched up one year in operation, and wishes to thank the Shepparton community for the support they have received.

Drs Matthew Wong and Wil Chong are the specialists behind GV skin, and throughout the year have consulted with thousands of people, treating their skin issues, and potentially savings lives through early intervention.

They are an asset to the community with their expert knowledge and friendly demeanours. It’s their vision to avoid unnecessary death from preventable skin cancer, to alleviate patients’ fear of skin cancer, and to improve patients’ wellbeing by improving their aesthetic.

The ongoing message from Drs Matthew Wong and Wil Chong is to look after your skin in the sun, and if you notice any changes or have any concerns, come in for a comprehensive skin check.

GV Skin and Specialist Centre is located at 20 Wyndham Street, Shepparton. That’s on the left-hand side when heading north out of the CBD on the GV Highway.

Call them on 5820 0500.

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Goulburn Murray Community Leadership announces new executive officer AT a recent graduation ceremony where the latest cohort of 27 graduates completed their training, Goulburn Murray Community Leadership took the opportunity to introduce the organisation’s new executive officer, Nathan Bibby.

“Nat ha n bri ngs to t he role a breadt h of experience for building com munit y capacit y and has demonstrated his capability for building partnerships across a number of key sectors including; education, health, sport and employment as well as building strong relationships with State and Federal Government agencies,” said chair of GMCL’s community lead board, Julie Cobbledick.

Nathan recently relocated his family to the Goulburn Murray from the Western suburbs of Melbourne where he was the youth services coordinator with Hobsons Bay City Council.

Prior to that he was program manager for the Sons of the West Men’s Health Program, an initiative of the Western Bulldogs. Nathan’s work history is supported by a Masters of Business Administration (University of Wollongong) and a Bachelor of Management.

According to chair, Julie Cobbledick, Nathan brings a fresh set of ideas to the GMCL and a passion for exploring the possibilities for community leadership.

“We believe this is critical to building on the outstanding work of outgoing chief executive officer, Michelle Luscombe, and further developing GMCL’s brand awareness,” Ms Cobbledick said.

Nathan will officially join the GMCL in the role from early 2021.

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The golden staff of life PHOTOGR A PH E R Rene M a r tens captured these images of the wheat harvest in Stewarton, approximately 38km east of Shepparton on the way to Benalla last week.

After decent spring rainfall, crop production forecasts - including wheat have all been revised up this season.

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BIG PROJECT IN THE BIG SMOKE... Concrete segments manufactured in Benalla have started being transported south to the West Gate Tunnel Project site. Photo: Supplied

Beware, wide load: Oversized trucks on the move from Benalla MOTORISTS in North East Victoria are being warned to plan ahead and allow extra travel time as the first of a number of oversized truck loads began their journey from Benalla to the West Gate Tunnel Project’s site last Wednesday night.

T he f i r s t lo ad c a r r y i n g lo c a l lymanufactured pre-cast concrete segments from LS Precast departed around 9pm, travelling down the Hume Highway overnight, before finishing its journey in Yarraville by 5am. Subsequent loads are planned for today, Wednesday, December 9 and Monday, December 14.

Each of these trucks are around 4.5 metres wide and 53 metres long. Due to their size, they will move very slowly, between 5km/h and 40km/h and there may be times when they have to use two lanes.

Drivers travelling at the same time as the oversized trucks need to plan ahead, follow the guidance of pilot vehicles travelling with the load and only overtake when it is safe to do so.

A number of oversize loads are planned over the next 24 months travelling on several approved routes depending on their

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load size. These routes have been carefully planned to ensure the least amount of disruption to motorists and residents.

Residents will be kept up to date as the project progresses with a dedicated page on the West Gate Tunnel Project’s website.

Members of the public can head to https://westgatetunnelproject.vic.gov.au/ construction/port-to-city/benalla-deliveries which will provide monthly updates on the transportation schedule.

The concrete segments will be used to build an elevated road above Footscray Road that will connect the West Gate Tunnel with the Port of Melbourne, CityLink and Melbourne’s CBD. Plan your journey, check real time travel advice at traffic.vicroads.vic.gov.au and allow plenty of time to get to your destination.

Real-time traffic conditions are available at traffic.vicroads.vic.gov.au or via the VicTraffic mobile app. The latest public transport information and network status is available at ptv.vic.gov.au or in the PTV mobile app

NEWS

I don’t like cricket, oh no (I love it) To other girls and women out there, I’d say definitely come down, have a go.

Everyone is welcoming here and we’re looking for people to play.

Ashleigh Murdoch, cricketer WOM E N a nd t ho s e f rom m ig ra nt communities will be better able to get involved in cricket after a sizeable donation of pre-loved cricket gear was received by the Shepparton and Youth United Cricket Club.

Sam Atukorala, a former ambassador for Cricket Australia’s ‘A Sport For All’ campaign, worked with the organisation Cricket Without Boundaries to get the gear, which includes cricket whites, pads, helmets and bats.

Normally an organisation that works to grow the game around the world, Cricket Without Boundaries uses the sport as a platform for health education and social change.

Bamboozled by concerns around the pandemic, gear that would normally be destined for Zimbabwe or Sri Lanka ended up staying local. With plenty of migrant communities from cricketing backgrounds right here in Shepparton, the donation was the perfect line and length.

Shepparton and Youth United Cricket Club vice president, Tony Giblin, who has promoted women and multicultural communities into the sport, said the donation would “go a long way towards both our female teams.”

Cricket is a fairly spartan sport. With a ball and a bat you can play just about anywhere. This time last year I travelled through India with some school students with handfuls of plastic cricket bats and cans of tennis balls. We ended up playing games in the most unusual places with whoever was within earshot. You turn up with a bat and a ball and a crowd forms.

Beyond tennis balls and paddocks, though, proper protective equipment and a helmet is a must. Even a good cricket bat isn’t cheap.

This means there are barriers to getting involved in the sport at a competitive level.

PAD UP... Shepparton and Youth United Cricket Club vice president, Tony Giblin, with former ambassador for Cricket Australia Sam Atukorala, and cricketer Ashleigh Murdoch stand with donated gear from Cricket Without Boundaries at Princess Park last week. The gear is set to make it easier for women and multicultural communities to get involved in the sport. Photo: Nicole Peters

Tony said the donated gear would be handed out on a needs-basis.

“We’ve got quite a few boys in the under12s from different backgrounds and this gear will make it very affordable to start playing cricket, hopefully for years to come,” Tony said.

“Plus, they’ve all got brothers and sisters and we’d like all of them to be involved.”

Tony also encouraged anyone who may have dusty but usable cricket gear sitting around in garages, to donate it to their local cricket club.

Sam Atukorala, who also works with the Ethnic Council of Shepparton and District, said Shepparton was full of multicultural communities who come from cricketing backgrounds and want to get involved in the sport, including Afghanistan.

“For some families it’s going to be a burden to buy the equipment, so if we can provide some pre-loved equipment, they don’t have to spend the money on it,” he

said.

“The club has been great at supporting multicultural communities and it’s great if we can support in little ways the game of cricket.”

Shepparton cricketer Ashleigh Murdoch, who plays in United’s women’s side, also said she’d like to see more women come down to try.

A long-time cricket fan, Ashleigh said she was forced off the couch at her brother’s insistence, and is now playing her second season this summer.

“I was really enjoying watching the WBBL and my brother pushed me back into it, and it was fun. I grew up with it,” she said.

“My brother even contacted the club and insisted I came down to training.

“To other girls and women out there, I’d say definitely come down, have a go.

Everyone is welcoming here and we’re looking for people to play.”

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Weekend cricket ends in rain-soaked draws

FOR the second weekend in a row, Cricket Shepparton’s Sherbourne Terrace Haisman Shield A Grade matches were abandoned on account of the weather.

Round 4 matches on November 28 were called off pre-emptively after temperatures over 38 degrees were forecast, and last Saturday all Round 5 matches resulted in a draw after rain swept through the region.

The results keep Nagambie, Waaia, and Old Students at the top of the ladder, still undefeated after five rounds.

Before inclement weather made play untenable: • Kyabram were routing Karramomus with the ball, restricting them to 4/37 after 22 overs. Kyabram’s Jackson McLay was in form with 2/4 from his five overs.

• Top-placed Nagambie easily took care of last-placed Tatura, having them all out for 99 in a quick 31 overs.

Nagambie’s Brayden Biggs was the best with the ball, taking 4/10 from his eight.

• Numurkah captain Dylan Grandell was on his way to a big total, finishing on 73 not out against Katandra when play was stopped in the 26th over, leaving his side on 1/115. Batsman Michael Eckard was also cruising, finishing on 23 not out.

• Northerners reached 2/79 on the back of an unbeaten 48 from opener Ben Pedretti in their clash against Waaia.

Play was called in the 25th over.

Round 6 is set to resume this Saturday, with two rounds to play before the Christmas break.

Cricket Shepparton Sherbourne Terrace Haisman Shield A Grade ladder POS.....TEAM.................................................................PLAYED.......... WON.........DRAW............... LOST................ POINTS

1.......... NAGAMBIE....................................................... 5.................... 3................ 1........................ 0............................ 25 2.......... WAAIA.................................................................. 5.................... 3................ 2........................ 0............................ 24 3.......... OLD STUDENTS............................................ 4.................... 3................ 1........................ 0............................ 21 4.......... KYABRAM......................................................... 5.................... 2................ 2........................ 1............................ 20 5.......... CENTRAL PARK/ST BRENDANS..... 5.................... 2................ 2........................ 1............................ 20 6.......... MOOROOPNA................................................ 4.................... 2................ 2........................ 0............................ 19 7.......... NUMURKAH................................................... 5.................... 1................ 2........................ 2............................ 13 8.......... KARRAMOMUS............................................ 4.................... 1................ 2........................ 1............................ 13 9.......... NORTHERNERS........................................... 5.................... 1................ 2........................ 2........................... 12 10....... KATANDRA..................................................... 4.................... 0................ 2........................ 2............................... 6 11....... SHEPP. UNITED............................................. 5.................... 0................ 2........................ 3............................... 6 12....... EUROA................................................................. 5.................... 0................ 2........................ 3............................... 6 13....... TATURA.............................................................. 4.................... 0................ 1........................ 3 .............................. 3

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Finding your way back to the 90s FROM the early 1990s, this promotional map brings Shepparton to life and captures the city at a moment in town.

This particular map, brought to the Lost Shepparton shop in 2015, was originally the initiative of the Shepparton South Rotary Club, and produced by My Town Cartoon Maps.

Despite some slight water damage, the map is still a great visual representation of many businesses and places of the era.

Notice NSW is just over the north edge of town.

Thanks to Lost Shepparton for providing this image.

NEWS

Community is thanked while treatment plant works underway UNDERSTAND THE RISKS... The latest level of toys bring a new set of risks to be aware of. Photo: Supplied.

Smart shopping for tech gifts WITH Christmas fast approaching, many parents and carers will be thinking about what gifts to put under the tree for their children this holiday season. There are some very smart gift ideas that can have unknown requirements attached to them.

There’s an array of internet-connected technology out there, such as drones, smart toys and wearable devices.

They’re fun items that most kids want, but we also want parents and carers to be aware of the risks of these internet-connected items, and the precautions they can take.

For instance, some devices may give away details of your

child’s location, or there may be apps on smartphones or tablets that have a messaging function you may not know about.

The Federal Ministry for Communication issued an eSafety Gift Guide that helps to inform parents and carers about what to look out for with tech gifts. It gives practical advice on how you can help keep your kids safe when using tech, such as setting strong passwords, or turning off location settings.

More information about what to look out for and how to stay safe when using tech gifts at: www.esafety.gov.au/ gift-guide

WATER was held up for some districts in the region while critical repair works at the Shepparton Water Treatment Plant were undertaken during November.

Operations Manager Steven Nash thanked the community for their help to decrease water usage on the Sunday and Monday nights.

“The cooperation of the community was fantastic, and we really appreciated everyone’s efforts to minimise their water use while we carried out critical repairs,” he said.

“The works will help ensure we have the right infrastructure in place to continue delivering quality water services for our customers for years to come.”

Large scale works at the plant - which supplies residents in Sheppar ton, K ialla, Congupna, Mooroopna, Tallygaroopna and Toolamba – were completed over Sunday November 15 and Monday November 16 nights to repair two leaks in a large, 1200mm diameter pipe.

To ensure continuity of supply while the plant was offline and limit pressure on water storages, customers were asked to reduce outdoor water consumption and delay lawn and garden watering for the two days while works were occurring.

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ROARSOME... Shepparton’s Grace Menz with her pride and joy. The long-time dinosaur, Jurassic Park and Jeep Wrangler fan held out hopes of owning such a car for a long time. Photo: Nicole Peters

A CAR

65 MILLION YEARS IN THE MAKING

JURASSIC Park was a game changer for a generation of kids who all grew up understanding the terror of a having to outrun and outwit a pack of velociraptors in a commercial kitchen at night.

And that’s only after you’ve survived a night-time encounter with a T-Rex in the rain, trapped in a jeep in the backwoods of an overzealous man’s island zoo theme park. No-one ever forgets the shot of the glass of water rippling from the footfalls of a nearby T-Rex. For those with glazed eyes, the 1993 movie, directed by Steven Spielberg and starring actors Sam Neill, Laura Dern, and Jeff Goldblum, was about a palaeontologist visiting an almost complete theme park who has to protect a couple of kids after a power failure causes the park's cloned dinosaurs to run loose.

The film had a profound impact on Sheppartonian Grace Menz, who keeps one foot in the Jurassic Park fantasy even today.

In her own words, “Jurassic Park and the subsequent Jurassic World series were a big part of my life growing up.”

Grace, a diversity case manager for the Diversity Project at Uniting, said she also always liked Jeep Wranglers, and recently convinced her husband that the pair “absolutely needed one.”

What her husband didn’t realise however, were her plans to

‘Jurassicify’ her new car.

The result is an unmistakable likeness to the Jeeps that took Grant, Ellie and Malcolm, along with kids Tim and Lex on their ill-fated tour of Jurassic Park.

Today, Grace and her husband are regularly stopped at shopping centre carparks by wide-eyed kids.

“Quite often when we’re parked at Woolworths or Coles, we get kids pointing. One time a kid had a Jurassic Park hoodie on so we let him sit on the bonnet and take some photos. Our nephews love the car, too,” she said.

And no wonder. The magic of Jurassic Park was that it played into any child’s (or adult’s) imaginations that maybe, just maybe, there were still dinosaurs lurking somewhere in some forgotten bushland.

The sight of a Jurassic Park Jeep is just one further piece of evidence proving that suspicion correct.

Grace said she’ll still play the Jurassic Park soundtrack, written by famed American composer John Williams, while she drives, particularly after a stressful day at work.

“We hope people continue to wave and point when they see it. It’s a lot of fun to drive,” she said.

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Lifting you up TO REGAS or replace your existing struts cannot only be a time saver but a cost saver as well. GV Mobile Strut Regas can replace struts on many different types of equipment including tractors, buses, farming equipment, boats, trade vehicles, caravans, cabinets and even your lowly office chair!

Many struts with good maintenance, once refurbished can provide you upwards of an additional five years of use. Provided that your struts are in good condition, GV Mobile Strut Regas can simply regas them for you for a fraction of the cost of a new one.

GV Mobile Strut Regas owner, Steve Addison said, “We supply struts in many sizes and pressures for whatever your particular need is. And if you’re not sure how to remove or replace your strut, don’t worry; we can do that for you, free of charge. Or maybe you have a situation that fitting struts would make it easier to lift, we can do that to.”

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SAVE TIME AND MONEY… GV Mobile Strut Regas owner, Steve Addison offers great and affordable service to regas and replace your struts. Photo: Katelyn Morse.

With free travel to Rushworth, Seymour, Euroa, Shepparton, and Tatura, Steve can come to you for a quote and free fitting. Call 0400 509 552 or email steveaddison393@gmail.com for enquiries and further information.

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5.00 Escape From The City 6.00 The Drum 7.00 ABC News 7.30 7.30 8.00 Hard Quiz 8.30 Gruen 9.05 Reputation Rehab 9.40 Adam Hills: The Last Leg 10.20 QI 10.50 ABC News 11.05 Media Watch 11.25 Finding The Field

6.00 Headline News 8.30 Studio 10 12.00 Dr. Phil 1.00 The Royals Revealed 2.00 ET 2.30 Three Veg And Meat 3.00 Judge Judy 3.30 Freshly Picked 4.00 Farm To Fork 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful 5.00 10 News

6.00 Win News 6.30 The Project 7.30 The Royals Revealed 8.30 Movie: Breath 10.50 The Masked Singer USA 12.50 Win's All Australian News 1.50 The Late Show: Presented by Stephen Colbert 4.00 Home Shopping 4.30 CBS This Morning

5.30 Sunrise 9.00 The Morning Show 11.30 Seven Morning News 12.00 Movie: Married By Christmas 2.00 The Secret Daughter 3.00 The Chase 4.00 Seven News 5.00 The Chase Australia 6.00 Seven News 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens Summer

7.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly: Graeme takes on three dogs needing discipline.

8.30 Movie: Vacation: Christina Applegate, Skyler Gisondo, Ed Helms, Chris Hemsworth 10.35 The Amazing Race 11.35 Surveillance Oz 12.00 Code Black 1.00 Home Shopping 5.00 Seven Early News

5.30 Today 9.00 Today Extra 11.30 Nine News 12.00 Ellen 1.00 Desperate Housewives 3.00 Tipping Point 4.00 Nine News 4.30 Millionaire Hot Seat: Presented by Eddie McGuire 5.30 Nine News Local 6.00 Nine News 7.00 A Current Affair

7.30 Paramedics 8.30 The Inbetween 9.30 Chicago Med 10.30 Nine News 11.00 Law & Order: Criminal Intent 11.45 World’s Wildest Weather 2.35 Tipping Point 1.30 TV Shop - Home Shopping 2.30 Global Shop 3.00 TV Shop - Home Shopping

5.00 World Watch 2.00 Michael Mosley: Medical Mavericks 3.00 Great British Railway Journeys 3.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 4.35 Alex Polizzi's Secret Italy 5.30 Letters And Numbers 6.00 Mastermind 6.30 SBS World News 7.35 Building Britain's

Canals: Dan Jones tells the story of the Kennet and Avon canal.

8.30 David Attenborough: India's Wild Eden 9.30 The Sister 10.25 SBS World News 10.55 24 Hours In Emergency 11.55 See You Up There 2.00 Vikings 3.45 Great British Railway Journeys

6.00 News Breakfast 9.00 ABC News Mornings 10.00 Not Announced 10.30 Australian Story 11.00 Gardening Australia 12.00 ABC News 1.00 Hard Quiz 1.30 Reputation Rehab 2.00 Parliament 3.10 ABC News 4.00 The Heights 4.30 Julia Zemiro's

Home Delivery 5.00 Escape From The City 6.00 The Drum 7.00 ABC News 7.30 7.30 8.00 Scottish Vets Down Under 8.30 Rick Stein’s Secret France 9.30 Death In Paradise 10.30 Anh's Brush With Fame 11.00 ABC News

6.00 Headline News 8.30 Studio 10 12.00 Dr. Phil 1.00 Jamie's Ultimate Veg 2.00 ET 2.30 Three Veg And Meat 3.00 Judge Judy 3.30 Freshly Picked 4.00 Farm To Fork 4 .30 The Bold And The Beautiful 5.00 10 News

6.00 Win News 6.30 The Project 7.30 Christmas With The Australian Women's Weekly 8.30 Law & Order: SVU 9.30 Blue Bloods 10.30 This Is Us 11.30 Win's All Australian News 12.30 The Project 1.30 The Late Show 2.30 Home Shopping 4.30 CBS This Morning

5.30 Sunrise 9.00 The Morning Show 11.30 Seven Morning News 12.00 Movie: Merry ExMas 2.00 The Secret Daughter 3.00 The Chase: Presented by Bradley Walsh 4.00 Seven News 5.00 The Chase Australia 6.00 Seven News

7.00 Cricket: Big Bash League: Hobart v Sydney Sixers 8.00 Big Bash League (cont.): Hobart v Sydney 10.30 Cricket: Big Bash League: Post Match 11.00 The Amazing Race 12.00 Blindspot: Roman struggles to maintain his personal life with Blake.

1.00 Home Shopping 5.00 Seven Early News

5.30 Today 9.00 Today Extra 11.30 Nine News 12.00 Ellen 1.00 Desperate Housewives 3.00 Tipping Point 4.00 Nine News 4.30 Millionaire Hot Seat 5.30 Nine News Local 6.00 Nine News 7.00 A Current Affair 7.30 Great Getaways 8.30 Race Across The

World 9.50 Inside Phuket Airport 10.50 Nine News 11.20 World's Wildest Flights 12.10 Tipping Point 1.05 A Current Affair 1. 30 TV Shop - Home Shopping 2.30 Global Shop 3.00 TV Shop - Home Shopping 5.00 Nine News

5.00 World Watch 2.00 Michael Mosley: Medical Mavericks 3.00 Great British Railway Journeys 3.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 4.35 Alex Polizzi's Secret Italy 5.30 Letters And Numbers 6.00 Mastermind: Presented by Jennifer Byrne

6.30 SBS World News 7.30 Secrets Of Britain: 8.30 Empire with Michael Portillo 9.25 Behind the Blue Line: Untold Australia 10.25 SBS World News 10.50 24 Hours In Police Custody 11.45 Wisting 4.15 Great Irish Railway Journeys 4.55 Food Safari Fire Bitesize

6.00 News Breakfast 9.00 ABC News Mornings 10.00 Outback Ringer 10.30 Scottish Vets Down Under 11.00 Gardening Australia 12.00 ABC News 1.00 Adam Hills’ The Last Leg 2.00 Countdown To Disaster 3.00 ABC News

4.00 The Heights 4.30 Julia Zemiro's Home Delivery 5.00 Escape From The City 6.00 The Drum 7.00 ABC News 7.30 Gardening Australia 8.30 Vera 10.05 Mum 10.35 ABC News 10.50 Gruen 11.25 rage

6.00 Headline News 8.30 Studio 10 12.00 Dr. Phil 1.00 The Living Room 2.00 ET 2.30 Three Veg And Meat 3.00 Judge Judy 3.30 Freshly Picked: Presented by Simon Toohey 4.00 Farm To Fork 4.30 The Bold And TheBeautiful

5.00 10 News 6.00 Win News 6.30 The Project 7.30 The Living Room 8.30 The Graham Norton Show 9.30 Not Announced 10.30 Hughesy, We Have A Problem 11.30 Win's All Australian News 12.30 The Project 1.30 The Late Show 2.30 Home Shopping

5.30 Sunrise: Presented

by David Koch and Samantha Armytage 9.00 The Morning Show 11.30 Seven Morning News 12.00 Not Announced 2.00 The Secret Daughter 3.00 The Chase: Presented by Bradley Walsh 4.00 Seven News 5.00 The Chase

Australia: Presented by Andrew O’Keefe 6.00 Seven News 7.00 Cricket: Big Bash League: Melbourne v Brisbane 10.30 Cricket: Big Bash League: Post Match: Melbourne Stars v Brisbane 11.00 Movie: Soldier: Sean Pertwee, Kurt Russell, Connie Nielsen 1.00 Home Shopping

5.30 Today 9.00 Today Extra 11.30 Nine News 12.00 Ellen 1.00 Desperate Housewives 3.00 Tipping Point 4.00 Nine News 4.30 Millionaire Hot Seat: Presented by Eddie McGuire 5.30 Nine News Local 6.00 Nine News 7.00 A Current Affair

7.30 Country House Hunters 8.30 Movie: Bad Moms: Mila Kunis, Kathryn Hahn, Kristen Bell 10.30 Movie: Friends With Benefits: Justin Timberlake 12.35 Tipping Point 1.30 TV Shop - Home Shopping 4.00 Global Shop 4.30 TV Shop - Home Shopping

5.00 World Watch 1.00 PBS Newshour 2.00 Michael Mosley: Great Intelligence Test 3.05 Great British Railway Journeys 3.35 Who Do You Think You Are? 4.35 Alex Polizzi's Secret Italy 5.30 Letters And Numbers: Presented by Richard Morecroft 6.00 Mastermind:

Presented by Jennifer Byrne 6.30 SBS World News 7.30 Scanning The Nile 8.30 The Wonderful World Of Chocolate 9.20 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown 10.15 SBS World News 10.45 Country Music 11.50 Nox 2.45 Dead Lucky 4.55 Food Safari Fire Bitesize

6.00 rage 7.00 Weekend Breakfast 10.00 rage 12.00 ABC News 12.30 Call The Midwife 2.00 The Sound 3.00 Dream Gardens 3.30 Ask The Doctor 4.00 Searching For Superhuman 5.00 Australian Story 5.30 Midsomer Murders 7.00 ABC News

7.30 Midsomer Murders 9.00 Endeavour: The auction of a Faberge Egg at an Oxford college coincides with a series of sadistic Murders. Endeavour takes charge of a young apprentice.

10.35 Sherlock: Sherlock waits for Moriarty to make his posthumous move.

12.05 rage

6.00 Reel Action 6.30 ET 7.00 Places We Go 7.30 WhichCar 8.00 What's Up Down Under 8.30 All 4 Adventure 9.30 Studio 10 Saturday 12.00 The Living Room 1.00 Left Off The Map 1.30 Everyday Gourmet 2.00 Healthy Homes Australia 2. 30 Not Announced

3.30 Roads Less Travelled 4.00 Taste Of Australia 4.30 Farm To Fork 5.00 10 News 6.00 Family Feud 7.00 Bondi Rescue 7.30 Ambulance 9.50 999: What's Your Emergency?

11.00 Movie: In Like Flynn 1.00 Home Shopping 5.00 Hour Of Power

6.00 Home Shopping 7.00 Weekend Sunrise 10.00 The Morning Show - Weekend 12.00 Beat The Chasers 1.00 Salvation Army Christmas Special 1.30 Jabba's School Holiday Movie Special 3 2.00 Surf Patrol 2.30 Movie: Christmas With The Andersons 4.30 Better Homes And Gardens Summer

5.00 Seven News 5.30 Border Security Australia's Front Line 6.00 Seven News 7.00 Cricket: Big Bash League: Melbourne Ren v Perth 10.30 Cricket: Big Bash League: Post Match 11.00 Movie: Ride Along: Kevin Hart, Ice Cube, Bryan Callen, Bruce McGill 1.00 Home Shopping

5.30 A Current Affair 6.00 Easy Eats 7.00 Weekend Today 10.00 Today Extra Saturday 12.00 Award Winning Tasmania 12.30 The Rebound 1.00 The Healthy Cooks 1.30 Small Gift, Big Heart At Christmas 2.00 World's Greatest Journeys 3.00 CMA Country

Christmas 4.00 The Perfect Serve 4.30 The Garden Gurus 5.00 Nine News 5.30 RBT 6.00 Nine News Saturday 7.00 A Current Affair 7.30 Christmas With Delta 8.30 Movie: Love Actually 11.15 Movie: Four Weddings & A Funeral

5.00 World Watch 2.00 ISU Figure Skating 2020 Grand Prix China 4.00 Destination Flavour China Bitesize 4.10 Gourmet Farmer 4.40 Tony Robinson's Hidden Britain By Drone 5.35 Nazi Megastructures 6.30 SBS World News 7.35 Secrets Of Our Cities: Greig Pickhaver

(HG Nelson) is on a mission to discover the secrets of some of Australia's most iconic cities.

8.30 Portillo's Greatest Railway Journeys 9.25 Movie: Shutter Island (The US) 12.00 The New Pope 1.15 Great Irish Railway Journeys 1.55 North To South: The Full Journey

6.00 rage 7.00 Weekend Breakfast 9.00 Insiders 10.00 Offsiders 10.30 The World This Week 11.00 Compass 11.30 Songs Of Praise 12.00 ABC News 12.30 Landline Summer 1.00 Back Roads 1.30 Gardening Australia 2.30 The Mix 3.00 Basketball: WNBL:

Canberra Capitals v Southside Flyers 5.00 War On Waste: the Battle Continues 6.00 The Sound 7.00 ABC News 7.40 Climate Change: The Facts 8.40 Movie: Danny And The Human Zoo 10.10 Total Control 11.00 Killing Eve 11.45 No Offence 12.35 Endeavour

6.00 Mass At Home 6.30 Hillsong 7.00 Leading The Way 7.30 Fishing Australia 8.00 Australia By Design 8.30 The Living Room 9.30 Studio 10 Sunday 12.00 Destination Dessert 12.30 Roads Less Travelled 1.00 Jamie: Keep Cooking And Carry On 1.30 Freshly Picked

2.00 4x4 Adventures 3.00 Emmylou's Christmas Table 4.00 All 4 Adventure 5.00 10 News 6.30 The Sunday Project 7.30 The Graham Norton Show 8.30 FBI: Most Wanted 9.30 Blood And Treasure 11.20 The Sunday Project 12.30 Home Shopping 4.30 CBS This Morning

6.00 Home Shopping 7.00 Weekend Sunrise: Presented by Matt Doran and Monique Wright 10.00 The Morning Show - Weekend 12.00 Movie: Finding Father Christmas: Erin Krakow, Niall Matter, Wendie Malick, P. Lynn Johnson, Michael Kobsa, Jim Thorburn, Callum Airlie

2.00 Cricket Big Bash League: Adelaide v Hobart 5.30 Border Security Australia's Front Line 6.00 Seven News 7.00 Cricket Big Bash League: Sydney Sixers v Melbourne Renegades 10.30 Cricket Big Bash League: Post Match 11.00 Movie: The Town 1.30 Home Shopping 5.00 Seven Early News

6.00 Easy Eats 7.00 Weekend Today 10.00 Surfing Australia TV 10.30 Peaking 11.05 Visions Of Greatness 12.10 Movie: Uptown Girls 2.00 Movie: Blizzard 4.00 Tipping Point 5.00 Nine News 5.30 Territory Cops 6.00 Nine News Sunday

7.00 60 Minutes 8.00 RBT 8.30 Movie: Sully: Tom Hanks, Aaron Eckhart, Laura Linney 10.30 Nine News 11.00 Killer On The Line 11.50 Grand Hotel 12.40 The Garden Gurus 1.10 The Healthy Cooks 1.35 TV Shop - Home Shopping 4.00 Take Two 5.00 Nine News

5.00 World Watch 1.00 Speedweek 3.00 ISU Figure Skating 2020: Rostelecom Cup 5.05 Travel Man 5.35 Nazi Megastructures 6.30 SBS World News 7.30 Blood Of The Clans: Neil Oliver turns his attention to Scottish legend - Rob Roy MacGregor. For centuries, Rob has been

celebrated as a colourful Highland maverick, a wellintentioned rogue, and Scotland’s answer to Robin Hood. But what is the true story?

8.35 Inside The Ritz Hotel 10.20 Marry Me, Marry My Family 11.20 Civilisations 2.35 Inside Hitler's Killing Machine

6.00 News Breakfast 9.00 ABC News Mornings 10.00 Grand Designs 11.00 Christmas At St Paul's 12.00 ABC News 1.00 Gruen 1.35 Squinters 2.00 Rake 3.00 ABC News 4.00 The Heights 4.30 Julia Zemiro's Home Delivery

5.00 Escape From The City 6.00 The Drum 7.00 ABC News 7.30 7.30 8.00 Stan Grant's One Plus One 8.30 Tomorrow Tonight 9.30 Griff's Great Australian Rail Trip 10.20 ABC News 10.35 Harrow 11.30 No Offence 12.20 rage

6.00 Headline News 8.30 Studio 10 12.00 Dr. Phil 1.00 Jamie's Ultimate Veg 2.00 ET 2.30 Inside The Children's Hospital 3.00 Judge Judy 3.30 Freshly Picked 4.00 Farm To Fork 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful 5.00 10 News

6.00 Win News 6.30 The Project 7.30 All Aussie Adventures 9.00 The Montreal Comedy Festival 10.00 Just For Laughs Australia 11.00 Kinne Tonight 11.30 Win's All Australian News 12.30 The Project 1.30 The Late Show 2.30 Home Shopping

5.30 Sunrise 9.00 The Morning Show 11.30 Seven Morning News 12.00 Movie: Merry Kissmas 2.00 The Secret Daughter: Billie is forced to evaluate what is truly important in her life as Gus faces lifethreatening surgery.

3.00 The Chase 4.00 Seven News

5.00 The Chase Australia 6.00 Seven News 7.00 Cricket Big Bash League: Sydney Thunder v Brisbane 11.00 Station 19: Miranda Bailey visits Ben at work, meeting his new co-workers for the first time.

12.00 Funniest Ever Toddlers 1.00 Home Shopping 5.00 Seven Early News

5.30 Today 9.00 Today Extra Summer 11.30 Nine News 12.00 Ellen 1.00 Movie: A Country Christmas Story 3.00 Tipping Point 4.00 Nine News 4.30 Millionaire Hot Seat 5.30 Nine News Local 6.00 Nine News 7.00 A Current Affair 7.30 Gold Coast Cops

8.00 Driving Test 8.30 Movie: Indiana Jones And The Last Crusade 11.00 Nine News 11.30 Generation X 12.20 The Undateables 1.20 9honey - Every Day Kitchen 1.30 TV Shop - Home Shopping 2.30 Global Shop 3.00 TV Shop - Home Shopping

5.00 World Watch 2.00 Epic Warrior Women 3.00 Alex Polizzi Chef For Hire 4.00 Great British Railway Journeys 4.30 The Supervet: Noel Fitzpatrick 5.30 Letters And Numbers 6.00 Mastermind: Presented by Jennifer Byrne

6.30 SBS World News 7.30 Inside Monaco: Playground of the Rich: 8.35 24 Hours In Emergency 9.30 Life And Birth 10.40 SBS World News 11.05 Agent Hamilton 11.55 Outlander 2.15 Safe Harbour 4.20 Great British Railway Journeys 4.55 Food Safari Fire Bitesize

6.00 News Breakfast 9.00 ABC News Mornings 10.00 Grand Designs 11.00 Gardening Australia 12.00 ABC News 1.00 Gatwick: The Last Chance Hotel 2.00 Rake 3.00 ABC News 4.00 The Heights 4.30 Julia Zemiro's Home Delivery

5.00 Escape From The City 6.00 The Drum 7.00 ABC News 7.30 7.30 8.00 Outback Ringer 8.30 London Zoo: An Extraordinary Year 9.20 Maggie Beer In Japan 10.20 Insert Name Here 10.55 ABC News 11.10 Lucy Worsley's Christmas Carol Odyssey

6.00 Headline News 8.30 Studio 10 12.00 Dr. Phil 1.00 Jamie's Ultimate Veg 2.00 ET 2.30 Inside The Children's Hospital 3.00 Judge Judy 3.30 Freshly Picked With Simon Toohey 4.00 Farm To Fork 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful

5.00 10 News 6.00 Win News 6.30 The Project 7.30 Ambulance Australia 8.30 NCIS 9.30 NCIS: Los Angeles 10.30 NCIS 11.30 Win's All Australian News 12.30 The Project 1.30 The Late Show 2.30 Home Shopping 4.30 CBS This Morning

5.30 Sunrise 9.00 The Morning Show 11.30 Seven Morning News 12.00 Movie: My Santa 2.00 The Secret Daughter: Music, love, a home — Billie realises she can have it all, but that it's meaningless without family.

3.00 The Chase 4.00 Seven News

5.00 The Chase Australia 6.00 Seven News 7.00 Cricket Big Bash League: Hobart v Adelaide 10.30 Cricket Big Bash League: Post Match 11.00 Chicago Fire: A series of teen opioid overdoses prompts Severide to partner with Sean Roman.

1.00 Home Shopping 5.00 Seven Early News

5.30 Today 9.00 Today Extra Summer 11.30 Nine News 12.00 Ellen 1.00 Explore 1.15 Movie: A Christmas In Tennessee: Rachel Boston, Andrew W. Walker 3.00 Tipping Point 4.00 Nine News 4.30 Millionaire Hot Seat 5.30 Nine News Local

6.00 Nine News 7.00 A Current Affair 7.30 20 To One 8.30 Kath & Kim 9.40 Hamish & Andy's Gap Year 10.40 Nine News 11.10 The First 48 12.05 Tipping Point 1.00 A Current Affair 1.30 TV Shop - Home Shopping 4.00 Take Two 5.00 Nine News

5.00 World Watch 2.00 Epic Warrior Women 3.00 Great British Railway Journeys 3.30 Who Do You Think You Are? John Jarratt 4.35 Alex Polizzi's Secret Italy 5.30 Letters And Numbers: Presented by Richard Morecroft 6.00 Mastermind 6.30 SBS World News

7.30 Great British Railway Journeys: Michael explores the east of England in the inter-war period.

8.35 Inside Aldi 9.30 Where Are You Really From?

10.00 The Feed 10.30 SBS World News 11.00 Why We Hate 11.50 The A Word 12.55 Bad Banks 4.00 Supervolcano

Wednesday

6.00 News Breakfast 9.00 ABC News Mornings 10.00 London Zoo 11.00 Gardening Australia 12.00 ABC News 12.30 National Press 1.40 Media Watch 2.00 Parliament 3.10 ABC News 4.00 The Heights 4.25 Julia Zemiro's Home Delivery

Thursday

30

Friday

50 3

Saturday

60 5

Sunday

20 8

Monday

ABC

Tuesday

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