The Adviser 1644

Local fruit growers assess hailstorm damage

By Deanne Jeffers

SOME Goulburn Valley growers have been left devastated, after a “tornado-like” storm ripped through the region before Christmas, destroying over 1,000ha of crops from Tatura to Bunbartha.

Some growers have reported 80-100 percent of their crop destroyed, but orchardists like Mitch McNab, manager of McNab & Son’s Orchards and chair of Fruit Growers Victoria (FGV), says for many, it is too soon to tell the extent of the damage. Continued Page 14

GREATER Shepparton City Council’s Activities in the Park summer program is in full swing, with free and low-cost activities for all ages and abilities on every day until Saturday, January 21.

Residents and families are encouraged to get out of the house and be active by coming along to some of the exciting events being delivered across Greater Shepparton these school holidays. Continued Page

FUN

FRIENDS... Katrina pictured at the free face painting and glitter tattoo workshop in Tatura, with her friends Lucy and Monique from left behind

low-cost activities happening around Greater Shepparton for Activities in the Park’s summer program.

Photo: Deanne Jeffers

Illegal dumping an eyesore

DISAPPOINTINGLY, flood waste is being dumped at former collection sites in Mooroopna.

Flood waste collection points and skips bins are now closed. Residents must now take any waste that remains from the flood clean-up directly to a Resource Recovery Centre.

Dumping of waste is a health and safety issue and is also unsightly. Any offloading of materials to the Mooroopna Scout Hall site or other sites is now considered illegal dumping and Greater Shepparton City Council say that fines will be issued.

Residents who still have flood damaged household items to dispose of can do so free of charge up until March 2, 2023.

Residents will need to complete an online registration form and be prepared to show ID proof at the Resource Recovery Centre to have fees waived. Those unable to

WHAT A MESS... Flood waste illegally dumped at former collection sites is unsightly and a health and safety issue. Flood damaged items must be disposed of at a Resource Recovery Centre, which can be done so free of charge until March 2. Photo: Supplied

fill out the online form can contact council’s Customer Service Centre on 5832 9700, who will fill out the form on their behalf.

The online form can be found at shepp.city/ register-flood-waste

Please note that the free disposal of waste applies only to flood damaged household items and not to general waste disposal. If your items are not from a flood impacted property you will need to pay the appropriate fee for disposal.

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GMW is calling for expressions of interest for a Loch Garry Reference Committee that will review the service requirements of the Loch Garry Flood Protection District infrastructure and its operating rules.

Situated at Bunbartha, the Loch Garry Flood Protection District infrastructure provides protection from minor to moderate flooding for downstream landowners. The Loch Garry regulator is opened during larger events, to allow flood flows to follow their natural course.

The Loch Garry Flood Protection Operating Rules outline how GMW manages the regulator.

say on Loch Garry

It will provide guidance on the future service requirements and operation of the Loch Garry infrastructure.

The Loch Garry Reference Committee will be made up of Loch Garry Flood Protection customers, community representatives, Traditional Owners and nominated agencies.

GMW Incident & Recovery general manager Peter Clydesdale said he was eager to see expressions of interest from a diverse range of community members to participate in this important review.

“We want to ensure all opinions are heard,” he said.

“While the Loch Garry Reference

Committee will drive the review, all interested customers and community members will have the opportunity to give feedback on the service requirements of Loch Garry and its operating rules.”

People wanting to read the draft Terms of Reference and submit an expression of interest in the Loch Garry Reference Committee can visit g-mwater.com.au.

Expressions of interest close Friday January 20, 2023 and places on the committee are limited. Expressions of interest will be assessed against a selection criterion to ensure the Committee has broad representation and expertise.

interest for a Loch Garry Reference Committee that

the Loch Garry Flood Protection District infrastructure and its operating rules. Photo: Supplied

CARPARK ACCESS...

The Welsford Street Off-Street Carpark will close from Thursday, January 12 to Wednesday, January 25, and again in February to allow the carpark entry and exit to be upgraded at part of stage four of the Welsford Street Redevelopment.

Photo: Supplied

AS STAGE four of the Welsford Street Redevelopment continues, works on the northern side of Fryers Street commence this week.

The exit from the Causeway (Midland Highway) onto Marungi Street closed to motorists on Monday, January 9, until the works are completed.

Greater Shepparton City Council are asking those travelling in the area to follow traffic management and detour signage in place. Council would also like to remind road users that Watt Road bridge is now open and can be used as an alternative route where appropriate to avoid expected delays.

The Welsford Street Off-Street Carpark (opposite the Council offices) will be closed

from Thursday, January 12 through to Wednesday, January 25, and again from Monday, February 20 through to Friday, February 24. This is to allow the carpark entry and exit to be upgraded.

Drivers will not be able to access the businesses through the usual rear entry from the Welsford Street carpark, however, access will be maintained via Wyndham Street.

Council expects some disruptions in the area during the works and thanks everyone for their patience and cooperation during the works, which are anticipated to be completed in March 2023.

For further information, contact Greater Shepparton City Council on 5832 9700.

All activities are designed to get people out and active in the community. Activities are all provided free-of-charge, with the exception of the movie night at the Mooroopna Pool, where the only cost is the pool entry free.

Sessions are delivered by local facilitators including sports clubs, local businesses,

community

Move your body, get outside and learn in nature, and have fun with your family and friends by participating in a Rock and Roll Dance at Victoria Park Lake, Turtle Talk in Tatura, or Mindful Meditation for kids in the Queens Gardens, and so much more!

Explore the full program at www. getmoovingshepparton.com.au, like their Facebook page or download the free Get Mooving app.

With hail comes devastation to local producers

THREE days before Christmas, a ruinous, improbable hailstorm devastated fruit growers, tomato plantations and wheat fields over 1,000ha from Tatura to Bunbartha.

With primary producers consequently now facing restricted supply and with some farmers having lost expensive machinery and sustaining significant damage, the Hon Gayle Tierney, Minister for Training and Skills, Higher Education and Agriculture visited the region on Wednesday, January 4 to inspect the hail damage at Tatura.

Meeting with mayor, Cr Shane Sali, Greater Shepparton City Council acting CEO Geraldine Christou and senior executives, Minister Tierney along with representatives from Agriculture Victoria discussed the recent hailstorm and the October flood damage to the local agricultural industry.

Explaining the impact that the natural disasters have had on local producers, Cr Sali said, "Significant financial assistance is needed to help growers get back on their feet and to make sure they can invest in

products that will protect their crops in the future.

"The flood event in October effectively cut Greater Shepparton in half when the causeway flooded, inhibiting the provision of goods and services across the municipality, as well as critical workers having difficulty accessing places of employment.

"Without a second crossing in place it really brought home to many people how vital the Shepparton GV Highway bypass is to the future sustainability of our region," Cr Sali said.

Minister Tierney recognised the importance of a sustainable food bowl region and encouraged primary producers impacted by flood and hailstorm to use the Agriculture Victoria website as the source of information to access flood support services.

Flood support services for impacted primary producers can be found at www. agriculture.vic.gov.au/farm-management/ emergency-management/floods/ flood-resource-directory.

IMPORTANT DISCUSSION… Greater Shepparton City Council mayor, Cr Shane Sali (left) and senior executives at Council met with the Minister for Training and Skills, Higher Education and Agriculture, the Hon Gayle Tierney (right) on Wednesday, January 4, to discuss measures for local producers after flood and storm devastation, as well as the ongoing call for the Shepparton GV Highway Bypass. Photo: Supplied

MONDAY saw 80 children gather at Mactier Gardens, Tatura, for a face painting and glitter tattoo workshop facilitated by Enchanted Rainbow Entertainment.

groups, and state sporting associations.

SOAK UP SUMMER... Friends Monique, Lucy and Katrina painted their faces together with other children at Get Mooving Shepparton’s free Activities in the Park face painting and glitter tattoo workshop in Tatura. Activities in the Park’s summer program has free and low-cost activities on until Saturday, January 21. Photo: Deanne Jeffers

Surge in summer drownings sparks concern

By Deanne Jeffers

A LARGE spike in drownings has prompted an urgent warning for people to be water safety conscious in, on and around water.

The period between Christmas and January 2 tends to be the most dangerous. As of January 3, there had been 28 drowning deaths reported nationally this

The deadly Christmas drowning week claimed 17 lives in Australia, more than half the total for the entire summer so far, with media reports of drowning deaths captured and reported in Royal Life Saving Society Australia’s digital ‘Summer Drowning Toll’.

“The summer holidays are the time when we all like to catch up with friends and family and unwind, but sadly it’s also the peak period for drowning, with too many people not making it home after a day in, on, or around the water,” said Royal Life Saving CEO, Justin Scarr.

“Men particularly need to leave their alcohol consumption until after they’re out of the water. Alcohol was present in more than a quarter of drowning deaths last summer so we’re asking everyone to stay off the beers until they’re back on dry land.

“With heatwaves, and more rain forecast be aware of children around water, especially children playing in and around flooded waterways and drains.

“Children can drown in only 3cm of water, silently within just 20 seconds. Keep watch and keep children within arm’s reach.

“Be aware that your favourite spot might have changed significantly since you last visited, given all the rain we’ve had this year. Sandbanks can move, riverbanks can be destabilised, and flood debris is a significant problem in many places across Australia and will continue to be for some months.

“Many rivers, lakes and dams have more water than in previous years and with lots of water moving downstream, especially after flooding. It’s important not to let children play or swim in floodwater.

“We want everyone to have a great time around the water and go home safely at the end of the day,” Mr Scarr said.

If you’re boating, fishing or kayaking, make sure you wear a lifejacket that meets the current Australian Standard and fits properly.

For news and safety advice, visit: www. royallifesaving.com.au

WATER DANGER... 17 lives were lost due to drowning over the Christmas period, with 28 drowning deaths reported nationally this summer by the Royal Life Saving Society - Australia, who are urging everyone to take care around water. In land waterways, such as rivers and lakes have been the most dangerous and conditions in these areas have likely changes due to flooding last year. Photo: Royal Life Saving

Climate change and your mortgage... the new reality

By Tabish Ahmad, research scientist (Australian Prime Minister’s Youngest Distinguished Global Talent Awardee)

TODAY, climate change is impacting all our lives and with many regions across the world experiencing back-to-back flooding, bush fires and catastrophic storms, the frequency of such devastating weather is on the rise.

The harsh reality today is that most areas face some form of climate risk.

In 2022, as Australia endured another year of unfathomable bushfires and flood, Shepparton experienced one of its worst floods on record while a ferocious hailstorm destroyed over 1,000ha of fruit, wheat and tomatoes from Tatura to Bunbartha just before Christmas.

With the Climate Council of Australia reiterating its warning of intensifying and extreme weather events, the picture for homebuyers in high-risk locations is grim.

It is essential that new homebuyers now research the possible effect of climate hazard on the market value of their home while also factoring in the steep rise in insurance premiums which are predicted to rise as high as

70 percent in high-risk locations.

With the growing potential for extreme weather events likely to impact properties with the one-two punch of rising insurance premiums and falling property values, below is a short list of factors to keep in mind when buying a home or thinking about climate-proofing your property:

• Is the home at risk of bushfire, near low-lying coastal areas or otherwise at risk of flood?

• Are risks disclosed in planning documents?

• Are flood maps or other risk studies available from the local council?

• If there are risks, has the property been designed and

Dhurringile Road resurfacing works

ASPHALT resurfacing works will begin today on Dhurringle Road in Tatura, on Wednesday, January 11 and weather permitting, will be completed the following Wednesday, January 18.

The works area is under traffic control, with a partial road closure between 7am and 7pm.

Dhurringile Road will remain open from Pyke Road to Ferguson Road throughout the works. Residents will have access to their properties with some delays expected during construction.

Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes where

RESURFACING... Construction begins today on Dhurringile Road to resurface the road. Motorists should seek alternate routes during construction, which should conclude the following Wednesday, January 18. Photo: Supplied

possible and are reminded to obey advisory signage and take care around the works area.

For more information, please visit greatershepparton. com.au/whats-happening/

built to withstand those risks?

• Check the property’s risk profile with an insurance company and consider the affordability of insuring the home in years to come

• Check sewer maps to see if the property is exposed to risk through inundation of drainage systems in the event of deluge

• Consider the elevation of the property, heavier rainfall will continue to cause flooding and homes known to be at risk may be denied insurance cover and lenders may then refuse to provide a mortgage.

AWARD WINNING RESEARCH SCIENTIST PROVIDES CRITICAL ADVICE FOR HOMEBUYERS AS CLIMATE RISK BECOMES THE NORM... Tabish Ahmad (pictured) has complied a list of significant considerations for all prospective property buyers in the wake of ongoing climate change and its impacts.

Photo: Supplied

Happy New Year Greater

WE’RE thrilled to welcome our wonderful community back to SAM in 2023! Artistic and cultural excellence awaits you at the museum, with plenty of exciting exhibitions to explore and programs to join. This year, look forward to the return of the ever-popular

Woman and Child by artist Sam Jinks in our next collection show, titled Dance Me to the End of Love, alongside over forty stunning contemporary works from a number of renowned artists held in the SAM collection.

With extended weekend hours,

plus the return of a monthly SAM at Sunset program, there are even more chances to experience the best of arts and culture at SAM in 2023.

Melinda Martin, Shepparton Art Museum, CEO

GREATER Shepparton Secondary College and our city’s government primary schools are gearing up for a busy year of teaching and learning. Delivering effective teaching to equip our students with the knowledge they need in life is

Last year many of our school communities were impacted by Covid and the October Floods and we are mindful that, for some, the effects will be felt for some

time to come. The Department of Education is committed to working with students, families, teachers, principals and staff to provide a high-quality education for every student and to ensure that our schools are welcoming and supportive places for all.

As we start the new year, I encourage everyone to get involved in their child's education. Attend school events, stay in touch with your child's teacher, and

communicate any concerns or questions you may have. Together, we can make this a successful and rewarding year for all of our students.

We wish all in Greater Shepparton a safe, healthy and very settled school year in 2023!

Sharon Hensgen-Smith, Department of Education, Goulburn area executive director

This time of year prompts many of us to have fresh hope. Whether it be a chance for a new start, changing a bad habit or making new friends, it seems that this arbitrary change of date can generate real optimism.

But what happens when, for some, our hopes and optimism diminish as the year meanders onward? It may feel like we are merely hamsters spinning a wheel.

One of the things I love most

about having faith in Jesus is the sense of prevailing hope no matter the circumstances. Healthy changes made on January 1 are great, but relying on merely a change of date, or things getting better in life in order to have hope is a potentially risky proposition. It may not be sustainable.

I’d encourage us to explore the Christian faith where hope can be found even in the saddest and most traumatic of times. God has promised He’d never leave or

forsake His children.

During Covid, I defined hope as “the joyful and confident expectation of what God has promised.”

This has kept me going for 50 years, may it sustain you too.

For more information on local churches go to www. sheppartonchurches.org.au

Jeremy

Rensford, chair of the Shepparton Ministers’ Association

LITTLE GREEN TRUCK - SHEPPARTON

Shepparton from your local dignitories

AS WE commence 2023, we say goodbye to 2022 a year that bought many challenges and changes to our region.

2022’s extreme weather events including, floods and severe hailstorms affected both our primary producers and residential community.

Covid continued to affect our lifestyle and 2022 also brought many changes in leadership with the passing of the Queen who was the only monarch many of us had ever known and the Federal and State election’s bought changes in local representation and a new Federal Government.

The commencement of the New Year gives us all an opportunity to refocus and move forward with hope and optimism.

I will continue to work hard to ensure our region receives the recovery funding and investment in services and infrastructure we both need and

deserve.

My wish for all of you in 2023 is for a more stable year full of good health, happiness, and prosperity. Happy New Year!

Wendy Lovell MP, Member for Northern Victoria

WELCOME to 2023. A chance for a new start, fresh opportunities and time to achieve our goals.

I hope you all had a safe and relaxing new year.

As we navigate through the first few weeks of 2023, it is a time to set the groundwork for a positive year ahead.

2023 will be big year for Nicholls, and I am ready to hit the ground running to ensure our region continues to grow and prosper. Flood recovery is one of my top priorities and I shall continue to work with the government to ensure our communities receive what they need to rebuild. A string of government ministers including

We must acknowledge that our community faced some challenges in 2022, with some residents still dealing with the effect of these many months later.

The entire community supported each other through these tough times. I encourage you all to bring this sense

Minister for Emergency Management, Murray Watt and Minister for Regional Development, Catherine King have toured our flood affected region. I will continue to build on these relationships, ensuring your voice is heard.

I will not waste a minute on advocating for services and

THE concept of the Greater Shepparton Lighthouse Project gained community groundswell in 2011 and after considerable consultation and planning Lighthouse was launched in 2014. The subsequent years have seen Lighthouse grow, learn and connect with the wider community as we work toward ensuring that Greater Shepparton offers all young people the chance to realise their potential and thrive.

Since inception Lighthouse’s approach has relied heavily on collective impact. That is engaging you, the community, to create positive change. Whether it's volunteering, donating, supporting, partnering, or sharing an idea, every act makes a difference.

of companionship into 2023.

At Greater Shepparton City Council we look forward to working with you to achieve more positive outcomes for our region over the next 12 months.

With many major projects, infrastructure upgrades and community initiatives planned for

infrastructure investment. The Goulburn Valley Clinical Health School, which would train health professionals and fill critical gaps across local health services is desperately needed, as well as funding for the redevelopment of the Shepparton Sports Stadium and telecommunications upgrades.

As we embark on 2023, we remind community members the door is always open and all are welcome to join the Lighthouse family and help empower our youth to reach their full potential and create a brighter future for both themselves and our community.

Visit www.gslp. com.auto learn how you can connect and contribute in 2023.

Amy Robinson Greater Shepparton Lighthouse Project, executive officer

the year ahead I know this will be an exciting time for us all.

Here’s to making the next 12 months a great success.

Cr Shane Sali, City of Greater Shepparton mayor

I look forward to meeting with many of you this year. If you require help with Federal Government matters, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with my office.

Sam Birrell MP Federal Member for Nicholls

Local fruit growers assess hailstorm damage

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“The problem is you don’t see the ramifications of that probably six months later,” said Michael Crisera, grower services manager FGV.

“If you’ve only got 40 percent of a crop to pick, with the way the wage rules are now, you have to pay a minimum award to someone for their daily eight hours. If they do piece rates, they’ve got to be paid. If they only pick two bins a day, they’ve got to be paid nearly $120 a bin,” he explained Mr Crisera, who said the value of picking is not often known until after the hard work is done.

Wendy Lovell, member for Northern Victoria, invited new leader of the Victorian Liberal Party, John Pesutto, and the new

shadow minister for Emergency Services, Ann-Marie Hermans, to meet producers and tour some affected farms, including McNab & Son’s Orchards in Ardmona last week.

Revealing damage to his family's orchard, Mitch said, “The biggest challenge is going to be meeting supply for some of these suppliers.

Growers have contracts in place that they’re obligated to try and meet, and I think it's going to be a bit of a challenge for some.”

He said it adds to concerns growers have endured the past 24 months, including the rising cost of producing and logistic issues like the state of the roads impacting transport, October floods and an unprecedented wet year that has made

harvesting crops and spraying more difficult, further making crops vulnerable.

The State Government has made support available for flood and stormaffected farmers, with up to $250,000 for primary producers' concessional loans

SAM Summer Camp kicks off

By Stephanie Holliday SHEPPARTON

Art Museum’s hotly anticipated Summer Camp commenced on Monday with a fun-filled ‘shrinky-dink’ workshop.

Reminiscent of shrinking down chip packets in the oven to make DIY keyrings, workshop participants created their own custom shrinky-dink art utilising exclusive, limited-edition designs inspired by the exhibitions in SAM and turned them into badges, earrings, and keyrings.

All activities in the holiday program are free or lowcost, with the initiative encouraging local children from all backgrounds to slow down, look closer and get creative during the school holidays in a social setting. The little to no cost nature of the sessions is a welcome reprieve from other school activities which can be costly and involve a long car trip.

SAM engagement ambassador Grace Sandles was reminded

of her own childhood experiences in similar workshops.

“I grew up in the area and used to come and participate in these workshops and school holiday programs. Now I’m here, helping put them on, which is such a cool full circle moment, and I really think getting to experience art when I was younger is a big reason I’m working in the arts sector now,” Grace reflected.

These holiday programs are a wonderful way to keep kids aged 5 to 17 years creating, thinking and playing during between school terms and public programs coordinator Olivia Trenorden was happy to see some familiar faces from previous sessions.

“Working with children is so rewarding, this is my third school holiday period that I have coordinated whilst working at SAM. It is so marvellous to see the same faces coming back time and time again and seeing how being creative brings our

and a slew of smaller grants. FGV told the Opposition Leader they would like this increased up to $1M to assist larger primary producers in their recovery.

For support, please visit agriculture. vic.gov.au/farm-management/ emergency-management/floods

GETTING ARTY IN THE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS...

From left is Ariella and Zarli with SAM engagement ambassador Grace Sandles and SAM public programs coordinator Olivia Trenorden. Photo: Stephanie Holliday

young audience so much excitement and joy!” said Olivia.

To book in for activities that still have availability, check out the ‘What’s On’ section of sheppartonartmuseum.com.au and follow the prompts.

HAIL IMPACT... Mitch McNab,manager of McNab & Son’s Orchards and chair of Fruit Growers Victoria, shows shredding and pock-marked damaged pear trees to Wendy Lovell MP in Ardmona. Photos: Deanne Jeffers

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No-fret first week back

IT IS completely normal to feel nervous starting school for the first time or going back to school after the holidays. If your child is feeling anxious, reassure them that is it normal to feel this way. Here are some tips for helping your child cope with firstweek nerves:

• Let them express their fears. You may have stories of your own firstday jitters when you were a child that they can relate to and learn from.

• Teach them mindfulness techniques

like breathing slowly and deeply to calm their nerves.

• Discuss scenarios that worry them.

For example, your child may be worried about who to sit with or talk to on their first day. Help them to plan strategies and rehearse together so they’ll feel confident

STEADFAST... Children and their parents may be feeling apprehensive about starting school this year, which is completely normal. There are ways you can help to ease pre-semester anxiety though. Photo: Supplied

they know what to do.

The Child Mind Institute also suggests parents check in with themselves too. Kids know when you’re nervous and preparing young ones for semester can be just as stressful on parents as it is for students. By managing your own stress, you’re demonstrating to your children how to be calm.

“Often, kids just need a little validation (“I know how hard it is to get to know a new teacher”) to feel better,” writes Caroline Miller for the Child Mind Institute.

For more advice, visit childmind.org/ article/back-school-anxiety

Helpful hints ahead of semester

NO MATTER their age, many kids and their parents feel apprehensive about starting or returning to school. Getting back to school after Christmas and New Year can seem trying, that’s why we’ve prepared these helpful tips to help get back in the zone:

1. Re-establish a routine...

Consistency is important for kids. Write out the steps in their routine and rehearse them with your child. In the evening, this could include doing homework, playtime, brushing teeth, bath time, and reading before bed.

2. Early to bed, early to rise...

Getting back into a regular school sleep schedule does not happen overnight, and daylight savings can make this even more difficult. With only a few weeks until semester one, start implementing an early night now by introducing gentle winding-down activities like reading before bed or bath time to relax your child and transition to earlier bedtimes.

3. Choose the right backpack...

Select a backpack made from sturdy, lightweight material with wide, padded straps that will support your child’s shoulders. If too heavy or worn improperly, backpacks can cause headaches, muscle strain and neck pain.

4. Limit screen time...

Back to school is the opportune time to re-establish screen time limits that may have been breached over the holidays. Involve the whole family to unplug in the evenings by choosing a place where everyone charges their device overnight.

5. Organise school uniforms...

Ensure your child’s school uniform is clean and presentable ahead of time by washing, inspecting and folding clothing items, and polishing and cleaning shoes. If you need to purchase school uniforms, now is the time to do so by contacting local suppliers who can help you find the correct uniform and sizes.

SCHOOL uniforms and supplies are expensive, and it can be frustrating when your child comes home from school without their hat or jumper, adding to the cost of education supplies.

Labelling your child’s school uniform is the most common-sense way to avoid these items becoming lost during the school term.

There are many ways to name uniform items that are both quick and easy. The simplest and most cost-effective is to use a fabric marker and write the name or initials of the wearer on the care tag or an inside seam.

Be sure to protect the outside fabric by placing some cardboard under the label area to catch any bleeding ink. With marker, there’s a small chance it may bleed

CARE... Labelling your child’s school uniform can help ensure it makes it back home during the school term and doesn’t become lost. Iron-on or marker options are popular but there are many ways you can mark uniforms to identify them.

in the wash and leave a stain.

For this reason, iron-on labels are well-regarded by parents, as they are inexpensive, convenient to use, and generally last a lifetime of washing and wear.

If the garment is handed down, a new label can be ironed over the old one, giving this method an advantage over using markers. Using a family name over your child’s first name can stop any potential future arguments if younger siblings inherit their school uniform.

Please note that some children may find iron-on and sew-on labels itchy to wear. Chat with staff at your local uniform shop for more advice and the most suitable labelling option for your family.

READY TO LEARN... Before going back to school at the end of this month, take these next few weeks to ease your family back into routine and ensure you have everything you need ahead of semester. Photo: Supplied

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Six ways to ensure nutritious school lunches

WITH a return to school comes ravenous, hungry kids and although they may gulp down their lunches at lightning speed in order to hang out with their mates, a lunchbox jam packed with healthy options will not only sustain their attention but will keep them fit and healthy.

Although packing the kids’ lunches can be arduous, often calling upon culinary creativity at the end of the night or in the mad rush of the morning, it can be made simple and effective by mixing and matching snack options from each of the six healthy food groups.

The six healthy food groups are:

1. Fruit – could include fresh, frozen, pureed or canned in natural juice 2. Vegetables, legumes and beans 3. Milk, yoghurt, cheese and alternatives 4. Lean meats and poultry, fish, eggs, tofu, nuts and seeds 5. Grain- cereal foods

6. Plain water.

By including something from each category in your child’s lunch box you can utilise whatever you have on hand, and you can also feel rest assured that your child is getting all the energy and nutrition they need.

To spruce up the fruit and vegetable portion of the lunchbox try fruit kebabs or fruit snack packs while adding hummus, tomato salsa or tzatziki to cut up cucumber, carrots or capsicum can ensure all the veggies get munched.

Making mini homemade pizzas and fritters are another great idea for making tuna, chicken, salmon or any another

meat more appetising while mixing up the breads, wraps and muffins can ensure grains are also covered.

For a treat, surprise your child with some sushi or pasta salad, while last night's drumsticks or lamb cutlets make a delicious cold meat option for the next day.

All set for National All Schools Sports Challenges

SHEPPARTON will host boys' and girls' football and badminton at the inaugural National All Schools Sports Challenges, a secondary school sport event held in partnership with the Greater Shepparton City Council and Schools in Action, later this year.

Schools in Action will bring together high-performing secondary school sports teams from all sectors of education –government, Catholic, and independent, to compete in two sports during September.

This program will provide opportunities for students in Years 9 to 10 to compete against schools they do not usually have the opportunity to challenge.

They will contest for the title of the best sporting school in their sport in Australia. Not only will it cater for highly talented students in school teams, but it will also offer a large number of their team mates the chance to participate in a national event.

Mayor Cr Shane Sali said, “Greater Shepparton is proud to be hosting this exciting national event and welcome the many school students and their supporters into our community. Being a weeklong event, we encourage the participants to explore our great lifestyle and enjoy our unique local offerings and attractions.”

“We are proud to continue investing in the development of high-quality

sporting facilities, they allow us to secure significant events such as this one and to further improve the sporting talents of our community, stimulate our visitor economy and enhance our reputation as the leading sporting events destination in regional Australia.”

Led by Catholic tradition and in the spirit of St Francis of Assisi, St Mary of the Angels Secondary College encourages it’s students to be aspirational, compassionate and forward thinking.

A vibrant and welcoming College community, St Mary of the Angels’ offers a rich and diverse learning environment for it’s students and families.

The College aims to develop the whole person where all aspects of students’ spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional and physical pursuits are nurtured.

St Mary of the Angels

Secondary College, Nathalia Ph: 03 5866 2222

Email: principal@smotanathalia. catholic.edu.au

For further information visit us at www.smotanathalia.catholic.edu.au stmarysnathalia

HEALTHY SCHOOL LUNCHES ARE ESSENTIAL.. .but they can be easy to prepare by ensuring something from each of the six healthy food groups are included. Photo: Supplied

MAJOR COMPETITION... Year 9 to 10 students from schools all around Australia will come together for the first National All Schools Sports Challenges in September. Shepparton will be the host of girls’ and boys’ football and badminton matches. Photo: Supplied

By Deanne Jeffers

IN THE 1960s, Australian small motor and lawn mower manufacturer, Victa Ltd., moved into aviation. Between 1961 and 1966, when production in Australia

was suspended, Victa Ltd. produced 168 Airtourer aircrafts in Sydney.

Andrew Clement, ‘Clemo’, achieved his lifelong dream of becoming a pilot in 2001 and purchased his Airtourer project in 2004. With the help of local airplane engineers like Norm Edwards, Clemo invested countless hours and resources into rebuilding the 1966 Airtourer.

“We stumbled across a retired Qantas airframe painter, who retired from Qantas in Melbourne and moved to Murchison. Would you believe of all places?” said Andrew.

“He was 10 minutes down the road and came out and looked at it and said it’s such a cute little thing, I hadn’t intended to paint any more airplanes, but he said, I’ll paint

that for you.”

The Airtourer, which had undergone modifications from previous owners, is painted in the design of the New Zealand Air Force.

Failing to protect Victa Aviation from cheaper American imports like Cessna, A New Zealand company called AESL resumed production and made a further 80 Airtourers enabling existing models to be upgraded and modifications to a military trainer.

The 1966 Airtourer has been upgraded and has a 160-horsepower engine and a constant speed propeller, giving maximum acceleration on the ground and taking off, which helps keeps revs down while giving more speed.

Andrew’s first flight in his 1966 Airtourer was in 2008, and he’s flown over 1,000 hours since then across Australia.

On why he chose the Airtourer, Andrew said, “The more research I did, I found out the Airtourer has room for two people, they’ve got good luggage capacity and good fuel capacity. They’re actually quite a good touring aircraft and still aerobatic."

“It is a very rare creature because there’s been very few Australian built and produced aircrafts, and it was ahead of its time in a lot of safety features. It came into being as there was a need for a modern all-metal training aircraft to replace older fabric covered planes, such as the Tiger Moth,” explained Andrew.

HIGH FLYER... The Adviser took to the sky to interview Andrew Clement, ‘Clemo’, a pilot since 2001 who rebuilt his 1966 Airtourer. Built by Victa Ltd., it is one of few Australian built aircrafts. It had flown 4,900 hours between 1966 and 1985, and over 1,000 with Clemo as pilot, including aerobatic stunts. Photos: Deanne Jeffers

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GOTAFE Goulburn Valley League football and netball is set to return on April 8, 2023, releasing its fixture at the end of December.

“After a successful season in 2022, we are eagerly looking forward to the return of football and netball in 2023. Round one kicks off over Easter weekend. Good Friday will see the traditional Shepparton United v. Shepparton clash start our season off under lights at Deakin Reserve with all other games to be played Easter Saturday,” said GVL board chair, Jacqui Hudgson.

Round three is the ANZAC Round, whilst May 20 will see Interleague action return as the GVL challenge arch-rivals in the Ovens & Murray League who will play host for 2023. The TAC Road Safety Round will take place in Round 14.

Having been a successful recipient of a funding grant of $147,000, this year will see a Say No to Violence Round (date to be

determined) as well as an expansion of the League’s current Indigenous Round, which will now be played over two rounds with all football and netball teams outfitted in Indigenousdesigned apparel.

Funding is from the Preventing the Cycle of Violence - Strengthening Families Fund and will offer an expansion of the Cultural Sporting Prevention implemented in the Kyabram District League (KDL). It will be led by GOTAFE’s Koorie unit coordinator, Tracy Hardie, and will run in partnership with the GVL and AFL Goulburn Murray.

This will be a whole of league initiative, with all 12 member clubs participating.

Ms Hudgson said, “We are proud to partner with project lead Tracy Hardie and our major naming rights partner GOTAFE to deliver this project to our clubs.

“The opportunity to create greater understanding and knowledge of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders history and culture whilst promoting the No Violence message is incredibly powerful. We look forward to ensuring the success of the project in 2023 and beyond.”

GVL operations manager Josephine Spencer said, “The Say No to Violence round will contribute to a near regional response from communities to raise awareness of violence. The expansion of the current Indigenous Round will also see a launch dinner and cultural understanding session for all clubs that will take place prior to the Indigenous round.”

Ms Spencer continued by saying, “This fixture sees 26 club requests met which will go a long way in assisting clubs financially with key games, premiership reunions and traditional clashes scheduled.”

Raymond West Pool

POOLS’ PAST... Shepparton’s Raymond West Pool pictured around 1965.

When it opened in the 50s, it was the largest chlorinated pool in the Southern Hemisphere, costing about 23,000 pounds at the time. Photos: Supplied.

PUBLIC swimming pools occupy a special place in the Australian consciousness.

The Raymond West Pool opened as the largest chlorinated pool in the Southern Hemisphere. Constructed in 1953, it was named after Raymond West, who was born in Shepparton in 1897. Raymond served as the town clerk from 1923 to 1960.

These photos are said to have been taken around 1965.

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Photos have been supplied to The Adviser by someone who wished to keep their identity private. If you have locally relevant historical photographs that showcase our region and its people, please contact editorial@sheppartonadviser. com.au or call into our office at 38-40 Welsford Street, Shepparton.