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All-natural play space to open soon

ALREADY a breathtakingly beautiful spot and a great favourite for families and visitors alike, the wetlands at Victoria Park Lake, adjacent to Kaiela Arts, is set to gain a delightful new play space for children.

Utilising natural materials throughout, while avoiding the use of plastics and synthetic materials, the new design will encourage children of all ages to climb, explore and play across the rocks, logs,

sand pit and large turtle shell.

Currently being installed by the Greater Shepparton City Council, the play space will also feature a shelter, barbeque area with tables and chairs as well as a raised grass picnic area shaded by arresting river red gums.

A part of the Shepparton Art Museum precinct, the project is expected to be completed by late March 2023.

By Deanne Jeffers

THE complimentary parking period, which began in December, has finished and paid parking now applies to Councilowned, on-street parking spaces.

From today, February 1, those that have not paid to park or do not adhere to displayed time limits risk being fined.

Please note that students returned to school at the end of January. This means that reduced-speed limits nearby schools are being enforced to help keep kids safe on their way to and from school.

In most cases, time-based school zones

operate between 8-9.30am and 2.30-4pm on weekdays during school terms, except on public holidays.

Take care when driving around schools, particularly when students may be present during school times and if you plan on parking in the Shepparton CBD, pay for your parking and don’t risk an infringement.

For more information, including a map of parking areas, please visit greatershepparton.com.au/council/ parking-enforcement

NEW, ALL NATURAL PLAY SPACE IS ON THE WAY... As part of the Shepparton Art Museum precinct project, Greater Shepparton City Council is building a new family recreation area utilising all natural materials for the play equipment and including a barbeque and raised grass picnic spot. Photo: Natasha Fujimoto

Free Kinder is here!

Three- and Four-Year-Old Kinder is now free across Victoria at participating services — saving families up to $2,500 per year per child.

Over the decade, we’ll also transition Four-Year-Old Kinder into Pre-Prep to become a 30-hour a week program, and establish 50 Victorian Government-owned and affordable childcare centres. Learn more at vic.gov.au/kinder

First day is full of joy

Cherished mementos removed from headstones

GRIEVING families have been left devastated following keepsakes from gravesides were removed without any warning or consultation.

Member for Northern Victoria Wendy Lovell has called on the Health Minister Mary-Anne Thomas to dismiss directors of Remembrance Parks Central Victoria following the decision to remove cherished mementos from graves at cemeteries controlled by the Trust.

Remembrance Parks Central Victoria is a Class A Cemetery Trust controlling 11 separate regional cemeteries including Bendigo, Pine Lodge and Kialla West.

Ms Lovell described the removal of items from headstones without prior consultation with families as a heartless decision that has caused unimaginable grief and said the entire board of directors should be immediately

sacked and replaced with an administrator until a more compassionate board can be appointed.

“The honouring of departed loved ones by grieving families is a very emotional issue and a compassionate cemetery trust would fully engage with families before taking any action,” said Ms Lovell.

Following negative media regarding the removal of keepsakes, Remembrance Parks Central Victoria has now given families of remaining gravesites until February 6 to remove items. Ms Lovell said this came as no consolation to the families whose mementos have already been removed, and the cemetery trust needed to consult fully before taking any further action.

This comes in the wake of Remembrance Parks Central Victoria’s controversial proposal in 2022 to introduce exorbitant

price rises for internment and cremation services. This move was overturned following pressure in parliament from the Coalition and significant negative media regarding the issue.

Remembrance Parks Central Victoria’s mission statement and values require the trust to deliver a caring service and act with compassion and integrity. Ms Lovell said that clearly the trust only complies with these requirements when a spotlight is shone on their decisions that are not compassionate or in the best interests of the public.

Boys set to benefit

Henry and Jack supported like never before

Henry is a new Foundation student at Shepparton East Primary School. Brother Jack has graduated to “big school” - Year 7 at Greater Shepparton Secondary College.

Parents Megan and Ian couldn’t be prouder.

In the years ahead both boys will benefit from the Shepparton Education Plan and its unprecedented investment in public education.

Already, Jack is attending one of the

most contemporary high schools in the country. Henry has teams of Greater Shepparton’s most experienced educators collaborating like never before to ensure he gets the best start in lifelong learning.

As a teacher at GSSC, Megan is benefitting too.

Already part of the senior college leadership team, Megan’s professional development opportunities will be given a further boost with the opening of the Victorian Academy of Teaching and Leadership right here in Shepparton.

Plan

www.vic.gov.au/education-plans

CALLOUS DECISION... Member for Northern Victoria Wendy Lovell is calling for directors of Remembrance Parks Central Victoria to be dismissed after keepsakes were removed from graves without consultation. Photo: The Adviser

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Playground back in action

KIDSTOWN Adventure Playground welcomed back the children of our community and reopened their doors on Saturday January 21.

After undergoing restoration from flood damage, KidsTown’s grounds and areas of attraction have all been refreshed with newly laid soft fall and the precinct’s gravel pathways have been levelled, sink holes filled and new garden mulch laid.

KidsTown coordinator Emily Lange explained how getting KidsTown through the flood recovery period and ready for re-opening wouldn’t have happened without the hard work from a number of community groups and local businesses.

“We would like to thank many staff from different Council departments, as well as the Kiwanis Club of Shepparton Sunrisers, Corrections Victoria, Cleaves Earthmoving and Garden

Supplies, Blow it Mulch and TakeOva Security for all their hard work and assistance,” said Emily.

“It’s been a joy welcoming community members back through the gates. We are thrilled to be back open before the school holidays end.”

Unfortunately, due to extensive damage, the Miniature Train Line will not be opening for the foreseeable future. However, Dig In Café is open from 10am – 2pm during school holidays, and weekends only when term one resumes. The Sprout Edible Garden is open during café open hours and so is their latest attraction, the Disc Golf Course.

“Thank you to all those who visit our playground for their patience while we restored our grounds back to being a safe and fun space. We love seeing smiling faces coming through our doors again.”

Make a difference: Join the Foodshare board

AS A result of a recent vacancy, Shepparton Foodshare (SF) has the opportunity to appoint one new board member.

SF is seeking Expressions of Interest (EoI) from suitably experienced people to be considered for appointment to its volunteer board of directors.

Established in 2012 as a result of community need, SF remains the only local food rescue agency, providing food to those that are hungry or experiencing food insecurity.

SF had distributed 3.7M kilos of food, or equivalent of 7.4M meals, to people in need and has redirected more than 3M kilograms of edible food from entering landfill.

To deliver this service, Foodshare partners with supermarkets, business and other food rescue agencies statewide to provide nutritious food. SF runs predominantly on volunteers, including board members.

SF seek a board member with proficient experience in business, legal, human resource management or accounting, and/or prior board service in the not-for-profit section, and/or multicultural relationships/leadership experience. The term is one year.

Board members are expected to:

• Attend 75 percent of monthly meetings and actively participate in meetings (meetings are generally up to two hours in duration)

• Stay informed about board matters, prepare for meetings and comment on minutes and reports where necessary

• Serve on sub-committees (as necessary)

• Attend events or meetings to represent SF as necessary Support fundraising initiatives

• Utilise own skills, experience, knowledge, and networks to support the success of SF and to foster existing or build new necessary partnerships and relationships.

EoI’s close Monday, February 27. To submit, forward a letter outlining your experience and why ‘addressing hunger in our diverse community,’ is important to you, to ATTENTION: Shepparton Foodshare Executive Officer, Glenn Peric at executiveofficer@sheppartonfoodshare.org.au.

For more information contact SF executive officer at executiveofficer@ sheppartonfoodshare.org.au, or phone 0427 774 579.

FUN AT KIDSTOWN... After undergoing restoration from flood damage, KidsTown’s grounds and areas of attraction have all been refreshed with newly laid soft fall and the precinct’s gravel pathways have been levelled, sink holes filled and new garden mulch laid. Pictured is two children playing a game of Disc Golf. Photo: Supplied

POSITIVE DIFFERENCE... Shepparton Foodshare are seeking to appoint a new board member and are accepting Expressions of Interest until February 27 from suitably experienced people. Pictured from left are board members Peter Thompson, Damien Willoughby (secretary), Jeremy Rensford (chair), Cheryl Hammer, Mat Todd (treasurer), Jan Phillips. Absent from the photo is Jim O’Connor (vice chair), Roly Hunt and Tom Brain. Photo: Supplied

Free dental checks for pets and pooches

“Dental checks are just as important for animals as they are for people. Poor dental health can be very painful and lead to secondary health problems like infections and heart, lung, or liver problems. Just like in humans, bad dental health impacts overall quality of life and general wellbeing.”

“Some signs to watch out for are bad breath, red and swollen gums, brown or grey muck on the teeth, or bleeding gums. You may also notice your pet pawing at their face or rubbing their mouth for relief, or they have a reluctance towards hard toys or chewing,” said Frances.

GV Vets is the locally owned and operated veterinary clinic, located at 169 Nixon Street, Shepparton. Their friendly and experienced team offer a full range of veterinary services to both family pets and farm animals in the surrounding region, including dental checks and cleans.

“Every pet’s needs are different. The best way to care for

your pet is to bring them in for a check-up,” Frances said.

As well as providing the highest level of care to your pets, they can inform you on the best line of defence against dental disease, diet-related issues and other health problems.

Don’t forget GV Vets Dental Month and book your pet in for a free dental check in February or an appointment with GV Vets by calling (03) 5878 1144 or going to www. gvvets.com.au

Deadline for business flood recovery grants approaching

THE deadline for businesses to begin applications for financial assistance after October’s floods is approaching on Tuesday, February 7.

Businesses must have applied for the $5,000 Small Business Immediate Flood Relief Program by February 7 to be eligible for the Business and Community Sport Flood Recovery Grants stream, which has a cut-off date of May 1.

Local Member for Euroa, Annabelle Cleeland said businesses should not be shy in coming forward for assistance.

“The October floods devastated our region, and these grants exist to provide businesses a helping hand. I encourage everyone impacted

to make the most of this assistance,” Ms Cleeland said.

“I’ve been speaking to businesses across the region and many were not even aware assistance was available.

“In order to be eligible for assistance of up to $50,000 you must have applied for the initial $5,000 grant by February 7.”

Support is also available to businesses who require assistance with the application process.

“If you’re unsure of the first step please reach out to Business Victoria on 13 22 15 or the Flood Recovery Helpline on 1800 560 760,” Ms Cleeland said.

“Support is now available every weekday from 9.30 am-4.30 at the Seymour Library,

CHECK THEIR CHOMPERS... For Pet Dental Health Month, GV Vets are offering free dental checks. Poor dental health can be very painful and lead to secondary health problems like infections and heart, lung, or liver problems. Pictured is Dr Frances Jenner, veterinarian and owner at GV Vets. Photo: Deanne Jeffers Houses Commercial buildings

with agencies and council on hand to assist with applications.

“My team and I have also been working

APPLY NOW...

To be eligible for assistance of up to $50,000, flood impacted businesses must have applied for the initial $5,000 Small Business Immediate Flood Relief grant by February 7. If you need support, call Business Victoria on 13 22 15 or the Flood Recovery Helpline on 1800 560 760.

on urgent businesses support with the government so please reach out to me via email or call my office if you need this help.”

Photo: The Adviser

Lift Off Education Scholarship 2023

By Stephanie Holliday

LIFT OFF has supported 105 local students into post-secondary education by helping to overcome financial and other barriers to their education aspirations and to achieving their full potential, since its inception in 2014.

The Lift Off Scholarship Program was established in response to the increasing number of young people not able to afford the transition from secondary education to post-secondary education.

Greater Shepparton Foundation partnered with the Greater Shepparton Lighthouse Project to tackle barriers to further education. Over the past eight years, more than $470,000 has been raised for the scholarship program with the support of local businesses and

individuals.

The Lift Off Scholarship program welcomes applications for Post Graduate studies and from students who have taken a gap year as well as Year 12 students wanting to continue to tertiary study.

The Lift Off Education Scholarship interviews for the 2023 cohort have been completed.

“We received a great response to this annual scholarship program that saw applications close just prior to Christmas,” said Greater Shepparton Foundation executive officer, Amanda McCulloch.

"We have notified the successful applicants and look forward to sharing their names and stories with you in the coming weeks."

Funding for your community projects

LOCAL community groups and not-for-profit organisations can now apply for their share of funding as part of Council’s Community Grants Program.

The type of grants available are:

• Community matching grants – of up to $5,000 are available for community groups to support one-off projects and events which benefit and strengthen the Greater Shepparton community.

• Community sustainability grants – of up to $3,000 are available for projects and events which assist in

promoting sustainable practices within the community.

• Minor and major event grants – of up to $2,000 (minor) and up to $5,000 (major) are available to help facilitate events which increase and enhance community spirit, participation, inclusion and wellbeing.

• Small town festive decorations grants – of up to $2,000 are available for small towns within the Greater Shepparton region to enable local community organisations to purchase and install festive decorations.

Council is hosting a free Zoom information session on

Wednesday, February 1 at 5.30pm for anyone interested in making an application and seeking further information. The session tonight will cover eligible community groups and projects, key application dates, grant amounts, how to apply and there will be an opportunity to have your questions answered.

Applications for the four grants close on Friday, March 3. For more information on these grants and other programs currently open, visit Council’s website greatershepparton.com.au/grants-and-funding.

EXCITING TIMES AHEAD.. .The Lift Off Education Scholarship interviews for the 2023 cohort have been completed and the successful applicants will be welcomed in coming weeks. From left is the 2023 interview panel Phil Squire, Mary-Ann Linehan, Rhys Holleran and Elizabeth Capp with Greater Shepparton Foundation executive officer Amanda McCulloch.

Photo: Supplied

$1M for music events to enhance flood recovery

By Deanne Jeffers

BACKING LOCAL TOWNS, EVENTS AND ECONOMIES...

BOOSTING

flood-impacted economies while supporting Victoria’s rich live music talent, the state government has announced a new $1M music events program to reignite tourism and reunite communities.

The state’s peak music industry body, Music Victoria, will deliver the program and is calling out to affected communities for ideas and proposals for events that will celebrate and support their town.

“We know recovery is about more than just bricks and mortar, it’s about supporting local communities to come together – this live music program will provide Victorians who have done it tough an opportunity to do just that,” said Minister for Creative Industries, Steve Dimopoulos.

Focusing on providing job opportunities for local musicians and industry workers, Music Victoria will work with local partners to deliver a series of events to support live music venues to get back on their feet.

The initiative will boost tourism, hospitality and accommodation businesses in communities like Greater

The Victorian Government and Music Victoria are bringing its new $1M music program to flood-impacted regions to assist communities, hospitality venues and musicians with recovery after being hard hit by floods. It builds upon the ‘Emerge’ concert last December, held in partnership with GOTAFE, where The Cat Empire (pictured) performed with heaps of local artists. Photo: Cam Matheson/Music Victoria

Shepparton that were inundated with floodwaters last year. It builds upon the state government backed ‘Emerge’ concert last December, held in partnership with GOTAFE.

Headlined by The Cat Empire and featuring local acts DRMNGNOW, JB and Me, BricKy B and Tenielle McKenzie, the free event attracted people of all ages while supporting local businesses.

“Music can provide relief and inspiration – we look forward to working with those impacted, enabling them to create gigs at a scale and timeline that works best for their community,” said Music Victoria CEO, Simone Schinkel.

Confirmed locations, event and more details will be announced in coming months – with venues, event presenters and artists in flood-affected regions encouraged to contact Music Victoria at info@musicvictoria.com.au to discuss being a part of the program.

Community raffle raises thousands for local charity

By Deanne Jeffers

WHEN there is an emergency or someone in need in the community, time and time again Azem Elmaz and his non-profit People Supporting People answer that call.

Inspired by Mr Elmaz’ good will during the floods, where he closed his business Lutfiyes Shish Kebab shop to provide meals for emergency service workers, The Shepparton Club has come onboard with its unwavering support of local charity organisations.

Every month this year The Shepparton Club will hold a community charity raffle, with all proceeds going to one local organisation each month.

$3,565 was raised for People Supporting People from January’s charity raffle. Proceeds from February’s raffle will be donated to the

Blue Ribbon Foundation and to Hunter Boyle Children's Swim Program in March.

Announcing the raffle and donating $5,000 to People Supporting People in October, Shepparton Club general manager, Wayne Sutton said, “Azem’s work is heartfelt. He has no judgement, no boundaries, he will go anywhere and help anyone. We want to do anything to take the pressure off so he can continue supporting those who need it.”

There are more than 60 prizes to be won, such as club vouchers, meat vouchers and giftpacks, with tickets starting for as little as $10 to play 50 numbers. Your chance to win, and the impact of your donation, increases the more you spend.

Plus, when you become an online member of the Shepparton Club for $5 you go in the

draw to win $40 in Club Cash on top of your raffle prize.

Raffle is drawn the third Friday of every

BACKING THE COMMUNITY… Pictured are Azem Elmaz owner of Lutfiyes Shish Kebab, Shepparton Club president April Hipwell, and volunteer and State Member for Shepparton Kim O’Keeffe.

month at 7pm. To purchase tickets, visit clubraffles.online/sheppartoncharityraffle

Photo: Deanne Jeffers

A JAPANESE FAMILY FAVOURITE... Ebi Furai or prawn fry, is delicious, simple and best served with a Japanese sweet and tangy tartar sauce, steamed rice, miso soup and garden salad. Shingo (pictured) is a passionate cook who knows the importance of meticulous preparation and fresh ingredients.Photo: Natasha Fujimoto

A Japanese family favourite

FRESHNESS, simplicity and attention to every detail in preparation is at the heart of Japanese cuisine.

For Shingo, well known proprietor of his eponymous bar in Corio Street, food is not only an integral part of his native culture, but an expression of love and respect for

those he serves too.

A family favourite in Japan, Ebi (prawn) Furai (fry) is visually appealing and nutritious and is best served with steamed rice, miso soup and lashings of Shingo’s sweet and tangy tartar sauce.

What’s Cook’n

with Shingo Fujimoto

Ingredients (Serves 4)

Japanese Tartar Sauce

2 Eggs

¼ Brown onion

½ Carrot- finely diced

2x Pinch of salt

2x Pickled baby

cucumbers

1 tsp of vinegar

1 tsp of white sugar

2x Garlic cloves

150g Kewpie

mayonnaise

Ebi Furai

1kg of King prawns

Breadcrumbs

Plain Flour

Potato Starch

2x eggs

Do you have a special recipe to share with the community or know a great local cook worth celebrating? Email your details and recipe to editorial@ sheppartonadviser.com. au or phone 5832 8900 to speak with editorial staff about What’s Cook’n.

Method

Japanese Tartar Sauce

1. Place eggs and garlic cloves in small bowl and bring to the boil for 10 minutes. Finely dice onion and carrot. Place vegetables in bowl and sprinkle with salt and wait for 5 minutes to draw out the water.

2. Using kitchen paper, wrap onion and carrot and squeeze out excess water. Pat dry vegetables and place in new bowl with finely chopped cucumbers.

3. Add 1tsp of white sugar, 1tsp of vinegar, finely chopped eggs, garlic gloves and 150g of Kewpie mayonnaise and mix thoroughly.

Ebi Furai

1. Peel and clean prawns leaving tails on. Place prawns in large, stainless-steel bowl and sprinkle over with potato starch and a pinch of salt, these ingredients act as a washing agent, collecting impurities. Wash and rinse prawns thoroughly under running water. Pat dry.

2. Cut off the edge of the tails, scraping the inside of the remaining tips gently with a sharp knife. Pat dry tails to prevent spluttering in oil.

3. To uncurl prawns, cut tiny incisions along the belly of each severing the muscle to straighten.

4. In a bowl beat eggs with a splash of water.

5. Place breadcrumbs in a large tray, and flour in another.

6. Holding the tail of the prawn, dip into flour to cover. Tap off loose flour before dipping completely into egg and then roll in breadcrumbs to complete batter.

7. Fill frying pan 1/3 full with vegetable oil and heat until it just begins to bubble when checked with a utensil.

8. Place battered prawns in oil until crisp and golden and rest on kitchen paper.

9. Arrange Ebi Furai on a platter and serve with sweet and tangy tartar sauce, steaming rice, miso soup and your choice of garden salad.

Allow extra time for travel

WORKS to upgrade Welsford Street in Shepparton are progressing well, however, with students returning to school this week and several road closures, motorists are advised to allow extra time when travelling.

Greater Shepparton City Council reminds commuters that disruptions in the area will continue and where appropriate, drivers should seek alternate routes such as Watt Road to travel to Shepparton and Kialla.

Be aware that Fryers Street and Marungi Street near the intersection are currently closed.

Completion of stage four works is

UNDER CONSTRUCTION... As works continue to upgrade Welsford Street and improve traffic flow in the area, disruptions and traffic delays are expected and motorists should seek alternate routes and allow extra time when travelling. Photo: Deanne Jeffers

anticipated in March 2023. The works are designed to improve the traffic flow along Welsford Street and will result in better traffic movement.

Council would like to thank everyone for their patience and cooperation. For further information, contact Council on 5832 9700.

A wonderful reason to walk

STEP INTO A NEW ROLE... The Adviser are eager for new delivery walkers. We have small, medium, and larger deliveries available in Shepparton, Kialla, Mooroopna, and Tatura. This is the ideal role for families or individuals who want to keep active, make some extra cash and explore their neighbourhood. Photo: Supplied

By Deanne Jeffers

IF YOU are looking for a way to keep active, explore your community and make some extra dollars, you may be interested in becoming a deliverer for The Adviser.

I became a deliverer when my family moved to Greater Shepparton several years ago, and not only was it great for staying physically active and healthy, but it helped me get to know my new neighbourhood on a deeper level.

As a student then, I thoroughly enjoyed combining exercise with earning some extra cash.

Deliverers are critical to The Adviser, as they help ensure that all residents, regardless of their internet connection or mobility, can access free news in their

community.

This is an opportunity suitable for individuals or families. Our deliverers come from diverse backgrounds and abilities, including students, retirees, community groups and others.

The only requirement is that you have some time available on Wednesdays or Thursdays to deliver newspapers in your prescribed area, which is usually close to your home. We have small, medium, and larger deliveries available in Shepparton, Kialla, Mooroopna, and Tatura.

If you’re interested in this local opportunity, please call our friendly team on 5832 8900 or email front@ sheppartonadviser.com.au to discuss.

Would you

Shepparton artist discovers ancient sauce for creativity in Mexico

DAY OF THE DEAD...is a traditional, joyful holiday celebrated in Mexico and involves friends and family coming together to remember and pay respects to loved ones who have passed. Right, dancers pose out front of Santa Domingo church in Oaxaca for Dia De Los Muertos. Photo: Supplied

FOUNDED by a prominent lawyer and art aficionado, Fernando Hernandez, Enmolarte attracts young, female artists from around the world, to create art using Mole, an ancient chilli-based sauce, made with over 30 ingredients that takes three days to make.

Used to celebrate births, funerals and weddings, Mole harks back to the preHispanic Zapotec people, and is today an important part of Oaxacan culture.

Wishing to connect with his own Zapotec heritage and unable to use oil-based paint due to a lung transplant, Fernando requires each of his artists, who share free accommodation, to paint a 2 x 1.5m painting using Mole.

Working with inspirational women from around the world, including poets, musicians, performance artists and textile designers, Oriana said that she has been astounded by the history, culture and generous hospitality of the Mexican people.

“Oaxaca is a vibrant and warm city, the buildings are painted in pinks, blues, greens and yellows and there is always live music playing from every bar.

“Mexican people really know how to enjoy themselves. For Fernando’s birthday we had a four-day party that ended with a mariachi parade, with an uncountable number of fireworks, ending in a traffic blocking conga line,” Oriana said.

To find out more about the Enmolarte art residency project you can email enquiries to enmolarte@gmail.com or view artworks @ ennmolarte on Instagram.

BOTTOM LEFT: USING AN ANCIENT, INDIGENOUS SAUCE AS PAINT...Oriana’s untitled paining is nailed to the wall of the Enmolarte studio in Oaxaca. The paint that the artists use at the studio is called Mole and is an ancient chilli-based sauce made with over 30 ingredients and takes up to three days to make. Mole harks back to the pre-Hispanic Zapotec people of Mexico and is ritualistically used for special events in the country today. Picture: Supplied

BOTTOM RIGHT: THE PEOPLE OF OAXACA, MEXICO KNOW HOW TO CELEBRATE...

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Position Available

Print & Online Media Sales Consultant

Senior Advertising Consultant:

Full-Time or Part-Time

The Adviser continues to be the largest circulating newspaper in the Goulburn Valley. We reach an estimated 60,000 readers in print and online every week and help achieve successful advertising campaigns for large and small businesses right across our great region.

To help us take The Adviser’s print and online sales to new heights, we are looking for an experienced sales professional, for our general paper advertising and on-line advertising sales.

The successful applicant must demonstrate a proven sales history, be customer service orientated and have excellent communication skills.

Comprehensive training is available for the right candidate.

An attractive salary package is available along with a special sales bonus structure and other benefits!

Day

MEETING AND COLLABORATING WITH ARTISTS FROM AROUND THE WORLD... Shepparton’s Oriana Teasdale (centre) has been inspired by poets, painters, performance artists and musicians from around the globe as an artist in residence at the Enmolarte project in Oaxaca, Mexico.

91%

Australians every month

Sound interesting to you? Please email for a detailed description or to apply with your application letter and CV to: melanie.spencer@ sheppartonadviser.com.au

To find out more about The Adviser go to www.sheppadviser.com.au

38-40 Welsford Street, Shepparton Ph 5832 8900

Photo: Carle Iannace

Pictured is local Shepparton artist Oriana Teasdale as she stands in

in Oaxaca City during Dia De Los Muertos or,

of the Dead, celebrations. In the far background is a street parade in full regalia. Photo: Supplied

Outstanding citizens honoured on Australia Day

RECIPIENTS of the 2023 Australia Day Awards were presented at ceremonies across Greater Shepparton last Thursday.

Shepparton Search and Rescue vicepresident, Michael D’Elia, was announced as the overall Greater Shepparton Citizen of the Year.

Kathleen Treacy was Mooroopna and Greater Shepparton’s Senior Citizen of the Year, Elise Boyer was the winner of the Greater Shepparton and Tatura’s Australia Day Sports Award, while Denni Bathman was named Young Citizen of the Year for Greater Shepparton and Murchison.

Mayor, Cr Shane Sali, congratulated each of the award recipients and acknowledged the contributions that have each made to our region, saying, “We are lucky to have so many residents who continue to make meaningful and important changes to Greater Shepparton. It is great to be able to acknowledge their achievements through the Australia Day Awards.”

2023 AUSTRALIA DAY AWARD RECIPIENTS

OVERALL GREATER SHEPPARTON

• CITIZEN OF THE YEAR: Michael D’Elia

• YOUNG CITIZEN OF THE YEAR: Denni Bathman

• SENIOR CITIZEN OF THE YEAR: Kathleen Treacy

• AUSTRALIA DAY SPORT

AWARD: Elsie Boyer

SHEPPARTON

• CITIZEN OF THE YEAR: Michael D’Elia

• SENIOR CITIZEN OF THE YEAR: Judith Longley

• YOUNG CITIZEN OF THE YEAR: Cassidy Ahmet

TATURA

• CITIZEN OF THE YEAR: John Lowe

• SENIOR CITIZEN OF THE YEAR: Thelma Wood

• SPORTS AWARD: Elsie Boyer

DOOKIE

• CITIZEN OF THE YEAR: Suzie Hall

• SENIOR CITIZEN OF THE YEAR: Joy Sims

MURCHISON

• CITIZEN OF THE YEAR: Gordon Newton

• YOUNG CITIZEN OF THE YEAR: Denni Bathman

• SPORTS AWARD: Aaron Niglia

• COMMUNITY EVENT OF THE YEAR: Lizzie’s Legacy

MOOROOPNA

• CITIZEN OF THE YEAR: Neville Musgrove

• SENIOR CITIZEN OF THE YEAR: Kathleen Treacy

YOUNG CITIZEN OF THE YEAR...

Denni Bathman is a keen member of the Murchison & District Historical Society and fulfilled a wide range of tasks for the Murchison Meteorite 30 year anniversary. While attending Murchison PS, she attended DP Jones Nursing Home and the heritage centre. She exceeds at school and in May 2022, was awarded the Young Volunteer of the Year Award. She has gained work experience with a local politician in Parliament House in Melbourne and is also a member of the Greater Shepparton Young Champion Youth Committee, and a keen ambassador for Murchison.

CITIZEN OF THE YEAR... Shepparton Search and Rescue vice-president, Michael D’Elia has been part of many deployments, involved with the Road Crash Rescue Helicopter crew and was heavily involved in recent floods. He also assists young veterans in the community and provides excellent customer service as administrator of the Veterans Fruit Bowl website.

SENIOR CITIZEN OF THE YEAR... Kathleen Treacy is president of Rodney Park Village Residents Committee and volunteers at Mooroopna Place, where she organises events, provides one-on-one support through cooking meals, doing welfare checks in the village and being a voice for residents. During the flood, Kath coordinated and arranged material and practical assistance for people at Rodney Park. Prior to joining the Shepparton Villages community, Kath taught at St Mary’s PS and was a strong member of St Mary’s Church. Photo: Greater Shepparton City Council

Photo: Greater Shepparton City Council

Photo: Kelly Carmody/Rainbow Images

COMMUNITY CONNECT

MONTHLY SENIORS CONCERT...

Thursday, February 26 at the Shepparton Senior Citizens Rooms (122-132 Welsford Street) at 1.30pm. Guest artists are Venessa and Joyce. $5 entry includes afternoon tea.

Everyone welcome. Bookings on Friday evening prior with Bev – 5821 4921

ZAIDEES MAD COW MUD RUN... Is back Saturday, February 25 at KidsTown. Tickets purchased for November event (cancelled due to floods) will be carried over or you can arrange a refund. Zaidee's Mad Cow Mud Run is an obstacle course

Tell us about your ‘not-for-profit’ community events via email at classifieds@ sheppartonadviser.com.au (information is required at least 2 weeks before an event). Please note listings are to be fewer than 55 words.

set out to challenge your overall limits! Compete by yourself or in a team to tackle Shepparton's quirkiest obstacle event. Compete as an adult or as a kid in separate, designated course routes designed to test your limits while having a great time along the way! Book at https://bit.ly/3Yrx7P5

Tell us about your not-for-profit

community events via email at editorial@ sheppartonadviser.com.au or bring your notice into our office at 38-40 Welsford Street, Shepparton.

Please note that listings should be fewer than 55 words and that all notices are subject to space. To avoid disappointment, please send your information three weeks before an event.

Take steps to remove single-use plastics

A BAN on single-use plastics has come into affect across Victoria. From today, February 1, 2023, Victorian businesses and organisations, including schools, are prohibited from selling, supplying and providing several single-use plastic items. Single-use plastics make up one third of litter in our environment and are difficult and costly to clean up. Plastics pollute our environment, harming wildlife and contaminating our food and water. They are also a poor use of resources – often only used for a few minutes while generating a significant amount of waste that cannot be

The ban applies to single-use plastic drink stirrers and cutlery, plates, as well as

foodware and cups made from expanded polystyrene (EPS). Plastic drinking straws are restricted, meaning that only those who require a straw for disability or medical reasons can request this item, as well as their carers.

Compostable plastics, such as biodegradable plastics, are included under the ban.

The ban also applies to single-use plastic cotton bud sticks, with many brands already have transitioned to cotton buds

made from paper, wood and bamboo.

The State Government has developed a website, information and resources and translated materials to assist businesses and organisations to understand and prepare for the ban.

For more, visit www.vic.gov.au/plastics

What do you think about the singleuse plastics ban? Let us know by writing a letter to the editor and sending your thoughts to editorial@sheppartonadviser. com.au

Short-term accommodation for out-of-town students

GOTAFE is looking to partner with local community members that can provide short-term, low-cost accommodation for students.

Covering a wide geographic footprint and providing education opportunities for a substantial community, students travel from all over Victoria to attend blocks of study at local campuses and need suitable accommodation.

Director of student success at GOTAFE, Luke Falzon said the accommodation network provides benefits for both students and hosts, providing students with affordable housing and enabling community members to earn some extra money by leasing their spare rooms.

“The accommodation network has been successful in Wangaratta for several years and we are looking at expanding the program around our campuses in Seymour, Wallan and Shepparton. We know these regions are facing significant housing shortages, so having more affordable accommodation options will enable GOTAFE to support more students and apprentices across Victoria to study in-demand fields and meet current workforce needs,” said Luke.

“If you have a spare room or granny flat that our students can use as a shortterm base for their studies, please get in touch with our team and ask about being added to our host register. Once you get added to our host register, GOTAFE

SEEKING ACCOMODATION FOR STUDENTS... GOTAFE is looking to partner with local community members that can provide short-term, low-cost accommodation for students. Director of student success at GOTAFE Luke Falzon discusses the benefits for both students and hosts.

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staff will get in contact with you when a student requests accommodation for a block of study.”

To find out more about the Student Accommodation Network and to become a host, please visit www.gotafe.vic.edu.au/students/ student-accommodation-network.

SHEPPARTON / KIALLA Coles City

ECO Store (Shepparton Access store)

Emporium 3630

Fairleys SUPA IGA

Kialla Lakes Shops

Riverside Coles

Shepparton Marketplace

Shepparton Train Station

Target Arcade

MOOROOPNA

BP (Main Street)

MEAC - Mooroopna

OUT

Burnside Shell Servo

Congupna Store

Katandra West Store

Merrigum Post Office

Murchison Bakery

Nagambie IGA (fortnightly)

Nagambie Post Office (fortnightly)

Nathalia Bakery

Nathalia Post Office

Rushworth Gold Nugget

Rushworth IGA

Shepp East store

Tallygaroopna Post Office

Tongala Post Office

Toolamba Pub

Wunghnu Café

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Paint specialists diversify to keep unwanted animals and pests at bay

FOR minor paint repairs and full body restoration of a prized car or bike, Darby’s Paint is your one-stop automotive refinishing store.

Now a part of the Attard Group, which includes Derwent Traders animal, pest traps and repellents, Darby’s Paint not only stock ecologically friendly options to deter unwanted infestations and invaders, but it also offers a range of cage traps in different sizes.

Easily set up on your property and effortlessly transportable for picnics and/or camping, the Raidar Snake Defence MP Plus will have snakes slithering away in no time. Sending out a changing pattern of sounds and

vibrations, approaching snakes sense these disturbances as a warning and simply avoid the area.

The Snake Defence unit is powered by a long-lasting battery charged by its own solar panel. With an effective radius of up to 15 metres, additional single units can be added to enclose a much larger area.

Emitting sound waves out of range of normal human hearing, the Raidar Ultrasonic Mosquito Repeller is another product on offer at Darby’s Paint to effectively rid homes of the airborne pests, which also bring the threat of disease.

Stocking a wide choice of Raidar products,

Australia’s waste challenges can’t be solved in just one day. So, if you can’t pull together a Clean Up crew, you can Step Up with a small donation to help us continue to Clean Up Australia, every day.

STOCKING THE SAFEST AND MOST EFFECTIVE OPTIONS... With friendly staff like Megan (pictured) at the ready to assist customers with expert advice, safeguarding your property has never been so easy. Photo: Natasha

Fujimoto

deterring, and repelling everything from bugs and spiders to rodents and unwanted birds and animals, is just a visit away to Darby’s Paint. Head into Darby’s Paints located at 12 Campbell Street, Shepparton to choose the best and safest option for your pest control this summer or call the friendly staff on 5821 0111.

Dookie Stardust will dazzle

COME along for a night of retro fun, food, drinks and entertainment to support ConnectGV’s annual fundraising evening, with a hint of Ziggy Stardust @ Dookie.

ConnectGV is a registered NDIS provider providing individualised options for local people with a disability and their families to ensure their goals and dreams can be achieved. The organisation has grown and evolved over the years to become a leading disability service within the Goulburn Valley.

“It’s a great coming together of community minded people who wish to support our work, for which we are extremely grateful,” said ConnectGV CEO, Jacinta Russell.

“This year our fundraising efforts go directly to support people with disabilities – we are hoping to purchase improved

technology to support educational, cognitive and fun outcomes for our participants.”

Supported by the University of Melbourne, this evening is a chance to dress up, have fun and raise money for an important organisation. The dress code is semi formal with a splash of 70s retro.

There are only 150 tickets available, so get in quick to avoid disappointment. Tickets cost $150 or $165 with bus transportation to and from the event. Bus departs 6pm sharp from ConnectGV’s carpark at Bowenhall campus.

The mystery address will be revealed to ticket holders in the days prior to the event.

RSVP by March 10 to attend. Dookie Stardust is on Friday, March 17, 6.30-11pm.

To book, go to https://bit.ly/3HcmuZg

STAR-STUDDED NIGHT... This year’s annual ConnectGV fundraiser event, supported by the University of Melbourne, pays homage to Ziggy Stardust and the retro vibes of the 70s, with proceeds from the nights go directly to support local people with disabilities. Photo: Supplied

A love of JDM is in the blood

PAYING HOMAGE TO THE DESIGN OF 1960S BRITISH ROADSTERS... The Mazda MX-5 NB is one of the world’s most popular sports cars of the late twentieth century. BESPOKE INTERIOR

WITH A nod in design to the great British roadsters of the 1960s, such as the Triumph Spitfire and the Porsche 550 Spider, the Mazda MX-5 is one of the world’s most popular sports cars of the late 20th century.

Built in Hiroshima, Japan, the first MX-5 was unveiled at the Chicago Auto Show in February 1989 and has since gone on to win a slew of awards including Wheels Magazine’s car of the year in 1989 and 2005 as well as being crowned Sports Car International’s ‘best sports car of the 1990s’.

For 18-year-old Jackson Fujimoto, the purchase of his 2000, emerald- green MX-5 NB was not only a dream come true, but an uncanny nod to his Japanese heritage.

A huge fan of late 1980s to early 2000s JDM cars (Japanese domestic market) Jackson could not believe his luck when friend, local tattooist and fellow skateboarder Daniel Mercy agreed to sell the roadster to him.

With a shared admiration for Japanese ingenuity along with an appreciation for the country’s popular culture incorporating a

fusion of anime, manga and streetcar racing, Daniel’s personalised baroque fabric interior and hanging tsurikawa ring, straight out of the Tokyo subway, were a perfect match for Jackson.

With a 50:50 front/rear weight balance, rear-wheel drive and neutral handling, the nifty 5-speed manual transmission steers with agility and accelerates like a dream delighting both beginning and experienced drivers alike.

Perfect for around town driving, the four-cylinder, 1.8L sports scar is for Jackson, the first of many JDM cars of the era that he hopes to own, as he says, “I love JDM cars from the late 1980s to early 2000s, which the MX-5NB is an exemplar.

“For a first car it is not overly powerful like the RX-7, but the NB has the boxier shape which I really like the look of.

“There is in Japan a huge and vibrant culture around this era of cars, and I find their design, power and speed really appealing and no doubt anime such as Initial D have given them an iconic status.

“My dream cars moving forward include a Honda Acura NSX, Toyota Sera and a FD RX-7,” Jackson said.

Luncheon and car show at Hanging Rock

IT BEGAN as a way for club members to meet for a picnic in the park with their families, and now the annual Picnic at Hanging Rock and Classic Car Show, presented by the Macedon Ranges & District Motor Club, is one of the largest one-day-only classic motoring exhibition days in Victoria, with thousands of vehicles on display in the picturesque Macedon Ranges.

All makes and models are welcome to participate, with the only criteria being that vehicles must be 25 years or older and be able to drive to the event.

Bring a picnic or enjoy food and refreshments from one of the food stalls on offer amongst a market and entertainment for kids of all ages.

Gates open at Hanging Rock Reserve (139 South Rock Road, Woodend VIC), at 8am on Sunday, February 12.

Tickets are on sale now, starting at $12 motorcycle entry, $25 to display a vehicle, or general entry also $25. Purchase via EventBrite or see the ‘What’s On’ section for more details, including QR code.

PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK... The Picnic at Hanging Rock and Classic Car Show, presented by the Macedon Ranges & District Motor Club, is one of the largest one-day-only classic motoring exhibition days in Victoria, with thousands of vehicles on display in the picturesque Macedon Ranges. It’s back at Hanging Rock Reserve, at 8am on Sunday, February 12.

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TRUSTEES LIMITED

ABN 68 064 593 148, of 1 McNab Avenue, Footscray, Victoria 3011, the personal representative, on or before 30 March 2023, after which date State Trustees Limited may convey or distribute the assets, having regard only to the claims of which State Trustees Limited then has notice.

MATTHEWS, Sandra Lynette, late of 23 Hicken Cres, SHEPPARTON, VIC 3630, deceased, who died on 21 July 2022.

19 January 2023

PUBLIC NOTICES

EMPLOYMENT BARGAIN BUYS

EXPERIENCED EXCAVATOR OPERATOR

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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

WILL BE HELD ON MONDAY THE 20th of FEBRUARY 2023 AT THE CLUBROOMS, McEWEN RESERVE, BRAUMAN ST, SHEPPARTON, VICTORIA, COMMENCING AT 7:00PM

Existing Clubs from all sections are reminded you must have TWO REPS present!

For further information contact: Elisabeth Fletcher on 0458 221 277 or sheppnetball@outlook.com

New Clubs/Teams Welcome

FOR SALE

EXPERIENCED TRUCK DRIVER

ChaplainSheppar ton

The Salvation Army’s social mission expressions in the Nor th-East Region of Victoria (Hume LGA) includes Youth and Homelessness Services. We currently have a rewarding oppor tunity for a values-driven Chaplain to work in par tnership with our Social Mission teams to provide holistically spiritual, pastoral and practical suppor t to both clients and staff. The chaplain works in a challenging environment providing appropriate referral pathways, facilitating and creating faith pathways and collaborating with other TSA mission expressions.

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Career Opportunities

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Fo r fu rther enquiries : M arsha M cMonig le , Manage r I nfra stru cture P lannin g & D eliver y o n 040 8 2 1 9 9 59

The successful applicant will be re quired to prov id e a co py of thei r Covid-19 Va ccin at io n Certificate prio r to commencement.

Rural City of Wangaratta is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. Employment applications from AboriginalandTorresStraitIslanderpeoplesandpeople from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. In addition, applications for positions that work with children must provide referees who can comment on their experience working with children. These roles also require a valid Working with Children

Check and all roles require a National Criminal History Check

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Career Opportunities

Sustainability Of fi ce r

Pa rt Ti me (72 hour s pe r fo rtnight)

$40 .8 1ph + supe r

Sittin g on the j unctio n of the O ve ns a nd K in g Ri ve r’s, just t wo a n d a h alf hour s n ort h of M elbourne, the charmin g regiona l h u b of Wanga ratt a b oa sts stunnin g p ictu resqu e a re as b eautiful reser ve s a nd wildlife award wi nning w neries contemporar y cafés an d s hopping . A l l o u r township s o e r s om ething uniqu e – b ut they h ave o n e thin g i n c ommo n – they are a g re at p lac e to live a n d wo rk

Join u s , th e R ura l C it y of Wanga ratta , a n d you ’ll b e par t of a n o rg anis atio n th at strive s to d elive r the highest q ual it y s er vice s to o u r c ommunity a n d h as a c o mmitm ent to p rovid e eadershi p o n c limate chang e act io n a n d s ustainabilit y n o u r c ommunity Th e role of the Su stainability O cer s to c ollaborate across Council and partner with external stakeholders to help lead and drive the actions of the Environmental Su st ainabili ty S trategy a n d to b uil d th e c apac it y of the Council and communit y to reduce emissions and re spon d to th e risks of c limate c hange . Yo u wo ul d b e p ar t of a p assion ate an d e ngage d Env ironment & Su st ainabili ty tea m a n d you r ra ng e of t asks i nclude deve lopment a n d i mplementati o n of s ustainabili ty projects a n d eve nts , b ehav iou r c hang e p ro gram s, commun it y engagement , e missio n repor tin g a nd preparin g a n d s ubmittin g g ra nt a pplication s a s opportun itie s p re se nt

The successful candidate will have tertiary qualifications i n e nv ironmenta l m anagement/su st ainabili ty o r related discipline and extensive relevant experience in sustainable practices with a strong understanding of rel evant federa l a n d state p olicy d irecti o n a nd legislation around sustainability and climate change

I f yo u a re p assion ate a bout c limate c hang e a n d a re lookin g to m ake a d i erenc e - we wo ul d l ove to hea r fro m you !

A d et aile d Pos itio n D escripti o n ( PD) s ava ilable below.

For further enquiries: Evelina Dudzinski, Environment & S ustainabili ty C oo rd in ato r o n 0 3 5 72 2 075 5.

Al l a pplicati on s m ust i nclud e a c urre nt resum e a nd a d ocument a dd re ssin g the Key S election C rite ri a i n c laus e 9 of th e Pos itio n D escripti on

The succe ssful applicant will be required to prov id e a co py of thei r Covid-19 Va ccin at io n Certificate prio r to commencement.

Rural City of Wangaratta is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. Employment applications from AboriginalandTorresStraitIslanderpeoplesandpeople from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. In addition, applications for positions that work with children must provide referees who can comment on their experience working with children. These roles also require a valid Working with Children

Check and all roles require a National Criminal History Check

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Print & Online Media Sales Consultant

Career Opportunities

Supervisor – Wo rkshop

Fu ll Time

$69,76 3p a + supe r

This is a great opportun it y to experience a Superv isor y – Wo rkshop position , be part of an experienced ve rs atile te am and build a greate r understanding of council’s fle et operational se rv icing and maintenanc e re quirements We thank yo u in ad va nce fo r taking the time to look at th e qualifi cations and re sponsibility ’s re quired and look fo rward to revi ew in g yo ur re sume

Fo r fu rther enquiries: Paul Wo odbe rr y, Depot Se rv ices Coordinato r on 0428 51 4 30 3. The successful applicant will be re quired to prov id e a copy of th ei r Covid-19 Va ccin at ion Certificate prio r to commencement.

Rural City of Wangaratta is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. Employment applications from AboriginalandTorresStrait Islanderpeoplesandpeople from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. In addition, applications for positions that work with children must provide referees who can comment on their experience working with children. These roles also require a valid Working with Children Check and all roles require a National Criminal History Check

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Career Opportunities

G allery Direct or

Fu ll Ti me

$89, 59 8p a + supe r

Wa ngarat ta Art Ga ller y is situ ated in th e hear t of Wa ngarat ta’s cu ltural precin ct , deli ve ring an ex te nsive ex hibiti on an d public prog ra m engagement th at is di ve rse, innovati ve an d highl y re ga rd ed An exciti ng opportun it y is currently open fo r a Ga ller y Di re ctor to lea d a dynamic , creative , an d professional te am to implement a comprehensi ve an d hig h-q ual it y visual ar ts an d galler y prog ra m.

Yo u will hold a passio n fo r th e ar ts an d an under st anding of th e public galler y sector, yo u will c onne ct , celebrate, an d enhance th e commun it y an d prom ote th e Wa ngarat ta Art

Ga ller y as a significa nt re g ional at traction an d commun it y asset. Te rtia ry q ualification s combined with re leva nt ex perienc e in th e ar ts industr y is desi ra ble.

Fo r fu rther enquiries : Simone Nolan, Manager Ar ts Cu lture & Events on 0419 32 2 086. The successful applicant will be re quired to prov id e a co py of thei r Covid-19 Va ccin at io n Certificate prio r to commencement.

Rural City of Wangaratta is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. Employment applications from AboriginalandTorresStraitIslanderpeoplesandpeople from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged In addition, applications for positions that work with children must provide referees who can comment on their experience working with children

These roles also require a valid Working with Children

Check and all roles require a National Criminal History Check

Childr

$6 4, 02 2p a + supe r Wa ngarat t a L ib ra r y i s a b usy v ib ra nt s er vic e of Council. We are seeking an out- going, community oriente d p erso n w ith s oun d i nter-persona l s kill s to delive r a friendly c usto me r focusse d s er vice

BUS DRIVER POSITIONS AVAILABLE

A s C hild re n’s a n d Youth S er vice s O cer i n addition to day-to -day ser vices to a ll libra ry users key responsibili ti e s w ill include deve loping children’s a n d youn g a dult p ro grams , s choo l holiday act ivitie s a n d p ro motin g l ib ra r y s er vice s an d c olle ction s to schools a n d k indergarten s.

VC E , p rev iou s l ib ra r y experienc e o r p ro gres s towa rd s a l ib ra r y q ualific atio n i s e ssenti al Applicants m ust h ave goo d c ompute r s kill s a nd knowledg e of p opular literature.

Career Opportunities

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This is an exciting role, responsible for maintaining Council’s a sset m anagement system s a nd ensurin g regula r a n d a ccurate c aptu re of new an d ren ewe d a sset d at a nto C ouncil’s A ss et Management a n d G I S a pplication s. T hi s rol e i s critical w ith C ounci l s oo n to b e i mpleme ntin g a n ew a sset m anagement syste m.

We are l o okin g fo r s omeon e w h o c a n engag e ac ro s s C ounci l departme nts a n d s uppor t the implementatio n of a new a sset m anagement system Yo u w ill need a s trategic , p ersonable, dow n to earth a pproach

Thi s i s a n i nc re dibl e o ppor tu nit y to work w ith a respecte d l oca l o rg anis atio n i n a p ivot a l role. We o e r a n inclusive, friendly fl exible , s upportive an d s afe wo rk e nv ironment.

Fo r fu rther enquiries : C live B ro oker, A ss et Planning Coo rd in ator o n 0 3 572 2 814 6. The successful applicant will be re quired to prov id e a co py of thei r Covid-19 Va ccin at io n Certificate prio r to commencement.

Rural City of Wangaratta is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. Employment applications from AboriginalandTorresStraitIslanderpeoplesandpeople from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. In addition, applications for positions that work with children must provide referees who can comment on their experience working with children.

These roles also require a valid Working with Children

Check and all roles require a National Criminal History Check

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Senior Advertising Consultant:

Full-Time or Part-Time

The Adviser continues to be the largest circulating newspaper in the Goulburn Valley. We reach an estimated 60,000 readers in print and online ever y week and help achieve successful advertising campaigns for large and small businesses right across our great region

This position would suit an enthusiastic experienced driver, performing school charters to various parts of Victoria, rail replacement, group charters and social charters utilising our modern fleet servicing the Shepparton area. Also fill in as relief school bus driver. Either full time or casual position considered. Must have good driving experience, HR, WWC and Bus Driver accreditation and able to work in a team environment and with public.

To help us take The Adviser’s print and online sales to new heights, we are looking for an experienced sales professional for our general paper advertising and on-line advertising sales. The successful applicant must

You need to have at least a MR licence, WWC, bus driver accreditation, good driving record and excellent customer service. For the right person this could lead to full time employment.

demonstrate a proven sales histor y, be customer service orientated and have excellent communication skills.

Comprehensive training is available for the right candidate.

Domestic water truck driver to deliver domestic water to rural properties in the Shepparton area. Need to be fit, good customer skills and good driving record with a HC licence- ideally this would suit a semi-retired person as an ondemand situation.

An at trac tive salary package is available along with a special sales Sound interesting to you? Please email for a detailed description or to apply with your application letter and CV to: melanie.spencer@ sheppartonadviser.com.au

The Adviser, go to www.sheppadviser.com.au 38-40 Welsford Street, Shepparton Ph 5832 8900

Fo r fu rther enquiries : Lo u Twy fo rd , L ib ra ry Coordinato r o n 0 3 572 2 816 1. The successful applicant will be re quired to prov id e a co py of thei r Covid-19 Va ccin at io n Certificate prio r to commencement.

Rural City of Wangaratta is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. Employment applications from AboriginalandTorresStraitIslanderpeoplesandpeople from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. In addition, applications for positions that work with children must provide referees who can comment on their experience working with children. These roles also require a valid Working with Children

Check and all roles require a National Criminal History Check

SPORT

On your mark, get ready, SRC is back

LAST weekend saw 53 keen runners from ages six to 80+ take to the athletics track for the Shepparton Runners Club (SRC) first handicap race for 2023.

Spread over five heats, runners completed a 1,500m race to beat their handicap times. SRC President Chris Nicholson said, “Our handicap races are designed to be fair for all runners of all abilities giving them a chance take the prize.”

SRC Coach Chris Armstrong said, “Firstly a big thank you to everyone who made the effort to come down and support today, our volunteers, spectators and also the 53 people who took the plunge and gave a track race a go today, well done and a massive thank you from me!”

“For me, the best part of today was seeing how supportive everyone was of each other, you could really feel the atmosphere on the track, thank you for making the extra effort to cheer your mates on, you help to make SRC a fun and rewarding place to be!”

The winners of the first handicap were Charlotte Ryan, Prajit Kotia, Brenton O'Brie, Hayley Napierand Kazadi Kadima.

The SRC run group training sessions each week catering for all types of runners and fitness levels, promotes running from shorter jaunts up to marathons.

Skating her way to the top

By Stephanie Holliday

MADISON Williams is an artistic roller skater, a sport very similar to ice skating. Currently she trains up to 15 hours a week, encompassing a mixture of skating, gym and Latin American dance.

While there are many facets to artistic roller skating, Madison does dance skating and figures, and hopes to move onto free skating.

While she hasn’t competed in the sport yet, she hopes to make her debut in April this year, rendering her the only person from North East Victoria to compete there.

“I will start off in the elementary division. Once I have completed my dance tests and I feel ready I will move to the league division where I can compete at state, national and international level. Once I am league, I will be competing in the master's category which is for people aged 21 and over. The highest competition I can do is the Oceania Championships,” Madison explained.

To get there, Madison needs somewhere local she can train effectively.

HOPING TO REPRESENT OUR REGION... Madison Williams is an artistic roller skater and she hopes to make her debut in April this year, rendering her the only person from North East Victoria to compete in that competition. To get there, Madison needs to find a venue closer to home to train at.

“I currently train outdoors at netball courts however it is hard to spin on their surface. I am seeking anywhere inside, even if it's just so I can practise the dance elements, like spins,” Madison said.

“I would however prefer an indoor stadium as all the competitions are at a indoor netball stadium and I would like I practise my routines. I have a little bit of a disadvantage as I can only go down to Melbourne twice a month due to costs so I would like replicate competitions e.g being able to skate on polished wooded floors confidently.”

If you’re able to help Madison with a local venue she can hire to train at, please get in touch with by sending an email through to madison.williams@live.com.au.

Aquathon cancelled

DESPITE several efforts and investigations into alternate venues, Triathlon Victoria and the Shepparton Triathlon Club made the difficult decision to cancel Victorian Aquathlon Championships for 2023, due to be held on Sunday, January 29 in Shepparton.

The annual event was cancelled due to adverse weather that has caused unsafe algae levels in Kialla Lakes.

Triathlon Australia’s Victoria state services manager, Murray Newham, said the abandonment of the event was a huge blow for the Shepparton Triathlon Club and for the entire community.

“The Victorian Aquathlon Championships are a significant event on our calendar that everyone was looking forward to,” said Newham.

“The Shepparton community has been

NOT GOING AHEAD... The annual Victorian Aquathlon Championships were cancelled for 2023 due to blue-green algae levels making Kialla Lakes an unsafe venue for the popular sports event. Photo: Shepparton Triathlon Club

through so much recently with the floods. It would have been great to see this event proceed, not just for the residents, but to highlight this great area to those travelling from across Victoria and interstate.

“We are extremely grateful for all the challenging work Shepparton Triathlon Club have put in behind the scenes in the planning for this event and appreciate the support of the local council too.”

For more information, including details concerning 2023 Australian Age Group Multisport Team Selection, please contact Triathlon Victoria on (03) 9598 9696.

Clockwise from top left: TRACK ATMOSPHERE... Runners toe the line ready for their race. Charlotte Ryan (6) with a stellar finish. Tom Avram (front) and Chris Nicholson staying focussed during their race. Catherine Heard and Phil Podbury in strong form. Chris Harvey, Steve Trevaskis and Glenys Frizzell battling it out. Photos: Supplied

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Diving into the past: Readers remember Raymond West Pool

WE KICKED off January with a blast from the past, reflecting on the proud history of the Raymond West Swimming Pool. Thank you to everyone who contributed their memories on social media.

Tania Mcconkey Lines said she liked best that the Raymond West Pool was, “fun and was for free.”

Chris Smallman said, “First week of Year 7 at St Colman’s College in 1983 we had our school swimming sports there and most of our first term swimming classes there.”

Anne Hawking remembered, “Getting my Herald Swimming Certificate after swimming to the island. Another memory was watching all these people doing a human chain in the water searching for me after I decided to walk all the way around the outside and without telling my parents. I think I was about four-years-old.”

Vicki Wells laughed and said, “Being a big girl and able to swim to ‘the rocks.’”

Greg McCoy commented, “Absolutely loved this place in my teenage years and practically lived there on weekends. Back in the 60s and 70s Mum knew I'd be down at the pool, as long as I was home before dark.”

Kris Tine said, “Loved it over summer and almost lived at the pool in my teenage years of the late 60s to 70s, [I’d] go for a swim before school. It was a carefree time.”

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SHEPPARTON’S PAST... The Raymond West Pool around 1965. When it opened in the 50s, it was the largest chlorinated pool in the Southern Hemisphere. Photos were 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. Photos: Supplied