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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2026

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Mietta InnesIrons takes on the world Sixth in the world SHEPPARTON para dressage rider Mietta Innes-Irons has capped a remarkable FEI World Championship campaign with a sixth-place finish in the Grade V Freestyle in Aachen, Germany. Partnered with her 10-year-old Westfalen gelding Sir Helmut, Innes-Irons scored 74.425 per cent in Sunday’s Freestyle final, putting the local rider among the world’s Continued Page 16 best.

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CITY MARKET... The Winter City Market will be back in the Shepparton CBD for two days of shopping, entertainment and family fun this Friday and Saturday. Photo: Supplied

GREATER Shepparton City Council is bringing the Winter City Market back to the Shepparton CBD for two days of shopping, entertainment and family fun on Friday, August 28, and Saturday, August 29.

The Maude Street precinct will feature live music, market stalls, kids’ activities, food and winter sales from local businesses. The market will run from 10am to 6pm on Friday and from 9am to 3pm on Saturday,

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Paysage à l’Écluse [The Lock] (188687), Albert Dubois-Pillet

Mere aux enfants a l’orange [Mother and Children with an Orange] (1951), Pablo Picasso

Landscape (1935), Hans Hofman

Danseuse mettant son bas [Dancer putting on her stocking] (1890s, reworked 1911), Edgar Degas

World-class modern art exhibition closing soon at SAM By Deanne Jeffers FACING Modernity: Degas to Picasso at the Shepparton Art Museum (SAM) takes us on a journey through a transformative period in art history, the moment when painters and sculptors stopped trying to copy what they saw in front of them and started trying to capture what they felt. Styles like Cubism and Abstraction, which you’ll see plenty of in this exhibition at SAM, show artists breaking the rules of ‘realistic’ art to present feelings and ideas in new and intriguing ways, especially as the world around them was being turned upside down by new technologies and the horrors of war.

Danseuse mettant son bas [Dancer putting on her stocking] (1890s, reworked 1911), Edgar Degas Unlike many portrayals of dancers where they look graceful and performative, this small bronze statue breaks the mould. Balanced on one leg, caught pulling on her stocking, you see there is nothing particularly stage-like about her pose. Her weight is off balance, her head dipping toward her leg, completely absorbed in what she is doing. It feels like an oddly private moment, more like glimpsing someone getting dressed than watching a performance. Where ballet paintings and statues typically showed dancers on stage, mid-

leap, elegantly lit-up for the audience, Degas does the opposite, stripping all that away to show us a dancer when nobody is supposed to be looking. This reflects the shift away from idealised subjects, towards the real, the fleeting, everyday moments. Paysage à l'Écluse [The Lock] (1886-87), Albert Dubois-Pillet I am fascinated by this painting of a lock at daybreak, which is made up of thousands of tiny dots of colour using a technique called pointillism. Instead of blending the paint, the artist places small dots of pigment side by side and lets your eye do the blending, similar to how a TV screen builds a picture out of tiny, coloured pixels. This technique emerged in France during a period of significant social and political change and the artwork itself reflects the changing relationship between nature, industry and individual expression. One of the best things about this exhibition at SAM is that most artworks are displayed behind glass, meaning you can get very close to see how the small details come together. The scene itself feels calm and quiet, but there is also a quiet unease, showing how much humans were reshaping the natural world at the time. Mere aux enfants a l’orange [Mother and Children with an Orange] (1951), Pablo Picasso At first glance, this is a classic subject depicting a mother holding her children, but Picasso turns it into something far stranger and more tense than your average family portrait. The woman is Françoise Gilot, Picasso’s partner at the time, and he paints her as two different people at once: one a ghostly, demure figure and the other a darker, angular, almost hostile face. She appears to be both staring past Picasso and focussed on the children, clutching their daughter Paloma on one arm and gripping son Claude with the other hand. Her fingers dig sharping into an orange she’s holding, a fruit often shown as a symbol of fertility and matrimony in artworks. It is not a cosy family portrait, but one

with the tension left in. While many of the earlier works in the exhibition wrestle with light and form on nature’s terms, Picasso’s dismantled, fractured planes push modernity’s unease all the way to the domestic sphere, turning even motherhood into a site of psychological fracture. Landscape (1935), Hans Hofman This painting doesn’t try to show you exactly what a landscape looks like, but rather I would say it instead tries to show you what it feels like to stand in one. Instead of painting trees, hills or buildings you could point to and name, Hofmann breaks the scene into vivid patches of colour, with warm tones and cool tones bumping into each other erratically. Some patches seem to jump forward while others seem to sink back, giving the painting the feeling that it is shifting the longer you look at it, almost like sunlight flickering through leaves or day turning to night. Up close, the brushwork is visibly energetic and spontaneous, with each patch of colour applied with its own gesture and pressure, giving the shapes that make up the landscape a distinct feeling that rewards close looking. Facing Modernity: Degas to Picasso has entered its final weeks, closing soon on September 20. There is only a limited chance to experience these rarelyseen artworks from Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki, including masterpieces from Salvador Dalí, Henri Matisse, Paul Cezanne, Eileen Mayo, Georges Braque and more before they return to Aotearoa/ New Zealand. Facing Modernity is open daily from 10am-4pm, with extended hours to 6pm on Saturday, September 5; Friday, September 11; Saturday, September 12; Friday, September 18; and Saturday, September 19. To book tickets, go to SAM’s website: https://sheppartonartmuseum. com.au/whats-on/now-showing/ facing-modernity-from-degas-to-picasso

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BRING CHRISTMAS JOY... Community and charity groups are invited to assist in wrapping Christmas gifts at Shepparton Marketplace, with all proceeds going directly to groups involved. Photo: Supplied

community groups! SHEPPARTON Marketplace is seeking Expressions of Interest from a local charity or community group to run its Christmas Gift Wrapping Stand in November and December. Your volunteers will bring the supplies and wrapping station to

life, with all proceeds raised going directly to your charity or group. I nt e r e s t e d i n b e i n g p a r t of Christmas at Shepparton Marketplace? Email Shepparton Marketplace to express your i n t e r e s t : I n f o S L M C .v i c @ au.knightfrank.com

More than a place By Veronica Jamison,

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Beat the chills with the Winter City Market MAYOR, Councillor Shane Sali said the market offers an enjoyable way to support the businesses. “Every purchase made locally helps support the people and businesses that contribute so much to Greater Shepparton,” said Cr Sali. “The Winter City Market gives residents and visitors another reason to spend time in the CBD, discover local businesses and

enjoy everything happening throughout the precinct.” Council’s Place Manager, Bonnie McIntosh said the event is designed to attract people into the CBD and encourage them to explore beyond their usual shopping destinations. “The Winter City Market creates a lively atmosphere throughout the CBD while connecting shoppers with local retailers, cafés and market stallholders,” said Ms McIntosh.

“It is a great chance to find a bargain, discover something new and enjoy free entertainment while moving through the precinct.” For full event details visit www.shepp.city/ wcm, follow Council’s social media pages or view the Facebook event page. Maude Street, between Fryers Street and High Street, along with half of Fraser Street, will be closed to traffic during the event.

Fashion week runways lead to Shepparton THE state minister for Tourism, Natalie Suleyman, has announced that the Australian Fashion Festival is taking its runways, workshops and exhibitions to Bendigo and Shepparton for the first time. Funded through the latest round of the State Government’s $38M Regional Events Fund, it will attract visitors from interstate and across Victoria, supporting businesses in and around Shepparton. "For the first time, the Australian Fashion Festival is bringing its runways, workshops and exhibitions to Bendigo and Shepparton, giving regional Victorians a front-row seat to the best fashion in the country," said Ms Suleyman. The Regional Events Fund supports festivals, sporting events and art exhibitions that create local jobs, boost tourism and showcase Victoria's regions.

It provides funding across events that promote tourism including: Funding of up to $500,000 for major events of national or international significance. Funding of up to $50,000 for events that draw visitors from across the state and country. The Shepparton Fashion Series, featuring over 20 events, will take place from 3rd to 11th of October. Member for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes “Events like this give another reason to visit Shepparton and experience everything our region has to offer,” said Member for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes. For more information visit, visitvictoria.com/events.

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New book you won’t need to ransom a Picasso for By Aaron Cordy WHILE many in Greater Shepparton have been gripped by a bit of Picasso fever, former Congupna local A.T. “Aidan” Prewett has captured the imagination of the literary world with his debut fiction novel, The Picasso Ransom, a fictionalised account of the famous 1986 theft of Picasso's Weeping Woman from the National Gallery of Victoria. A filmmaker and writer, A.T. won the coveted Victorian College of the Arts Best Achievement in Direction, as well as Best

Documentary Script. His non-fiction books include To Know John Lennon, Our Jimi and Woodstock at 50: Anatomy of a Revolution. Films include A Venue for the End of the World and The Trump Antidote. That the real masterminds behind the daring 1986 robbery have never been found did not stop A.T. from having a lot of fun filling in the gaps in his cosy crime caper about art, rebellion and second chances. “The Picasso Ransom is based on a true crime committed in Melbourne. I thought,

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well, that combines the best of both worlds. It's like here's all these facts of the case, but we don't know who actually did it. So, I just imagined that I knew exactly how it was done,” said A.T. “I decided early on that I was going to keep the timeline of events as accurate as possible. So, we know exactly when the painting was taken. We know exactly when it was returned, and we know the timings of when each of the ransom notes arrived. “In between that, I just wanted to know where the painting was, who took it, what were they thinking, and primarily what was the emotion running through their head the second that they actually took the painting off the wall? “It's cozy, it's fun, and it's definitely a caper. The protagonists are all in their early 70s, or about to turn 70, so they’re very unlikely candidates to be cat burglars.”Copies of The

LOCAL AUTHOR... Former local A.T. Prewett is bringing his debut fiction novel, The Picasso Ransom, a fictionalised account of the famous 1986 theft of Picasso’s Weeping Woman from the National Gallery of Victoria, to Collins Booksellers this September. Photo: Supplied

Picasso Ransom can be found at all our local bookstores, but if you want to meet A.T. and have him sign a copy of his book, he will be at Collins Booksellers Shepparton on Saturday, September 19, from 11am. Reserve your free ticket at https://www.trybooking.com/ DOWPN.

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United women go back-to-back UNITED WOMEN’S FOOTBALL... Shepparton United Football Netball Club are premiers in both the Youth Girls and Women’s 2026 Grand Finals. Pictured are the Youth Girls team and Womens team. Photo: Will Adams

SHEPPARTON United Football Netball Club are premiers in both the Youth Girls and Women's 2026 Grand Finals. In a dominant display by the Women's team, Shepp United went back-to-back with a score of 10.4.64 against Mansfield Football Netball Club 0.2.2.

Best on Ground and the AFL Vic Country Medal were awarded to United’s Sophie Locke. In the Youth Girls, Shepparton United Football Netball Club defeated Moama Football Netball Club with a final score of 5.5.35 to Moama's 3.5.23.

Best on Ground went to Ashanti Walker (Shepp United) and the AFL Vic Country Medal went to Tabatha Ingham (Shepp United).

End Overdose event takes life-saving message into Shepparton community PRIMARY Care Connect will take its annual End Overdose event into the community for the first time this year, bringing people together in South Shepparton to raise awareness, reduce stigma and share practical information that could help save a life. Held to commemorate International Overdose Awareness Day, the End Overdose community event will take place at the South Shepparton Community Centre on Thursday, August 27 from 12pm to 3pm, featuring a free community BBQ, guest speakers, activities, information stalls and practical overdose prevention education. This will be the fourth consecutive year Primary Care Connect has held an event to mark International Overdose Awareness Day, but the first time the organisation has taken the event beyond its own services and directly into the community. The 2026 campaign marks 25 years since International Overdose Awareness Day began, with this year's international theme “25 Years On. Still Needed.” Primary Care Connect's End Overdose event is open to the community, with people encouraged to come along, enjoy the BBQ and activities, meet local services and learn more about overdose prevention.

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END OVERDOSE... Primary Care Connect will host its annual End Overdose event at the South Shepparton Community Centre this Thursday. From left, former client and lived experience advocate Jarvis Atkinson and Media and Communications Coordinator Shara Scott at the 2025 End Overdose event. Photo: Supplied

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APPEAL FOR INFORMATION Shepparton Sexual Offences and Child Abuse Investigation Team (SOCIT) detectives are investigating a sexual assault in Shepparton on August 12. It is believed a male sexually assaulted a female victim at a mall on Maude Street about 3.30pm. The victim was not physically injured. Detectives continue to make enquiries into this incident and believe there may be other victims in the community and encourage them to come forward. Victoria Police treat incidents of this nature with the utmost seriousness and urge anyone who has experienced this behaviour to come forward and make a report to police so we can investigate and hold offenders accountable. Anyone who witnessed the incident, with CCTV/dashcam vision or information is urged to contact Shepparton SOCIT on 5832 9100 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestoppersvic. com.au.

BEAUTY OF THE THEATRE

THE Shepparton Theatre Arts Group is bringing Disney’s beloved Broadway musical, Beauty and the Beast to the Westside Performing Arts Centre from Friday, September 4 to Saturday, September 12. Directed by Olivia Maher in her first STAG production as director, the show stars Shannyn Catterall as Belle, James Noller as the Beast, Marc Aloi as Gaston and John Head as Maurice, supported by an outstanding cast bringing this enchanting story to life. Tickets are selling fast, so make sure you get yours at https://riverlinksvenues.online.red61. com.au/event/829:2372 or call the Riverlinks Box Office on (03) 5832 9511.

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journeys of memory, identity and belonging. The film highlights how Sri Lankan stories continue to live, evolve and contribute to multicultural Australia. Founder and CEO of MAN TV (Multicultural Australian Network Television), Kanishka has more than 22 years of experience across theatre, film, television and media in Sri Lanka and Australia. The Motherland will be screened at Village Cinemas Shepparton, Cinema 3, on Saturday, 29 August at 6.30 pm. To book your ticket, visit https://mantv.com.au/motherland-screening/.

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THE Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme is seeking volunteers to support older residents through social visits across the Goulburn Valley. Learn more by contacting Cherrie Secomb on 0494 657 735 or attending theinformation session on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 10.30am–12pm at the New Care Services office, Shepparton.

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CHEFS KISS GOODBYE... The Shepparton RSL says a fond farewell to Jose and Tin Tin, who have made an incredible contribution to the club over the past two decades. Photo: Supplied

AFTER two decades behind the scenes creating the meals loved by literally thousands of members and guests, Jose and Tin Tin will hang up their aprons on Sunday, August 30, as they begin a wellearned retirement. “The Shepparton RSL would like to sincerely thank Jose and Tin Tin for their incredible contribution, hard work and commitment to our club and members over the past two decades. Having worked seven days a week with just three days off each year, their dedication to the club has been extraordinary,” General Manager Grant Tarrant said. Members and guests are encouraged to come in and enjoy their favourite dishes one more time before this much-loved chapter comes to an end. While the club farewells Jose and Tin Tin, an exciting new chapter is about to begin. From Wednesday, September 2, Chris Lockhart and his team from Ascot

Catering will take over the club’s kitchen and launch an entirely new menu. An incredible amount of due diligence, along with a lot of taste testing, has gone into finding the right team to take on such an important role. Chris has been busy putting together a menu featuring some seriously delicious options, including fresh salads, pasta dishes, burgers, classic bistro favourites and plenty more. T he new offering will also bring extended lunch and dinner hours, with a bar and meal menu available every day. From Thursday to Sunday, the menu will be available from noon until the bistro closes, providing all-day dining for members and guests. The club says there are still a few surprises to be revealed, but one thing is certain an exciting new era is about to begin at the Shepparton RSL.

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Rushworth reveals its best-kept secret gift shop T U C K E D away at 21 H ig h S t re e t , Rushworth, Balloons and Stuff has become the go-to gift shop for locals and visitors alike, a place where you can wander in looking for one thing and walk out with a handful of finds you didn’t know you needed. Owned and operated by Bruce and Gwen Annette, it’s a shop built on the simple idea that a gift shop should have something for absolutely everyone, of every age. Balloons and Stuff has been built on genuine resilience. Bruce and Gwen opened in 2019, only to be hit almost immediately by COVID lockdowns. Rather than close up, they pivoted to an eBay store, serving customers online when the shopfront couldn’t and ensuring it was back to business as usual when restrictions finally lifted. Since then, locals and tourists have rediscovered the charming shop, and Bruce

and Gwen have used the momentum to grow it into something far bigger than its name suggests. Today, the shelves hold a genuinely unique range including, but not limited to, wind-up tin toys, jigsaw puzzles, Disney figurines by Britto, jewellery and money boxes, long wool Aussie sheepskins and cowhides, Shelta umbrellas, moccasin ugg boots and slipon footwear, Roogenic tea and bushfoods, Sherrin footballs, personal cooling products, Stanton hats for men and women, and of course, a wide range of balloons from coloured-latex to foils and large 100cm numbers. The personal touch from Gwen and Bruce is what really makes Balloons and Stuff standout. The combination of hard-won resilience, a genuinely unique range, and real hometown service have earned the store a

GIFTS FOR ALL... Rushworth’s traditional toy and gift shop, Balloons and Stuff, has something for the kids, the grandparents, and plenty in between with genuine country service making gift hunting a breeze. Photo: Supplied

loyal following, with locals and travellers making a point of stopping in. In a world of impersonal online ordering, Balloons and Stuff is a reminder that the best gifts often start with a real conversation with

real people, in a real town. Next time you’re gift hunting, head to 21 High Street and let Bruce and Gwen guide you to something special.

Lenne Street drainage upgrade completed G R E AT E R S h e p p a r t o n C it y Council officially acknowledged the completion of the Lenne Street Drainage Upgrade, improving stormwater management for the Mooroopna community. Heavily affected by the October 2022 floods, the Lenne Street area underwent extensive upgrades to address longstanding stormwater issues and improve the performance of the drainage network during sudden heavy downpours. A key feature of the project is the installation of a new stormwater pump station on Lenne Street, designed to significantly improve

the speed and effectiveness of water removal during rain events. “Following the 2022 floods, Council made a commitment to the community that we would find a long-term solution to this historic problem, and the completion of this project is the result of that commitment,” said Mayor Cr Sali. “ We l i s t e ne d to re side nt s , invested in the infrastructure needed, and delivered a major upgrade that will make a tangible difference for people living in and around the Lenne Street area.” Mo oro opn a re sid e nt A l l a n B eg gs was f r ust rated by t he

initial response from council in the aftermath of the floods but is pleased with the results now that the work is completed. “Within 50 years, yeah, the only time it got flooded was in '22 because it was a mismanagement from council about blocking pipes up under the railway line. After 20-odd phone calls and emails from people here, the council didn't return to one of them. And then when we had one of the flood meetings, they said they didn't know the pipes were there,” said Allan. “Before this background here

FLOODING FIX... Greater Shepparton City Council is pleased to officially acknowledge the completion of the Lenne Street Drainage Upgrade, marking a significant milestone in improving stormwater management for the Mooroopna community. Photos: Supplied

wasn't looked after. Hopefully, now that this beautification's done, the council maintains it and look after it, and it'll be really good... They've done a marvellous job.” Over the course of the works: • 22 ,000 tonnes of soil was removed, equating to over 2,000 truck loads

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Planning for community safety COMMUNITY SAFETY... The Greater Shepparton Community Safety Action Group met to discuss the newly created Community Safety Action Plan, a holistic approach to community safety. Photo: Supplied

AS the community continues to focus on youth crime, the Greater Shepparton Community Safety Action Group met to discuss the newly created Community Safety Action Plan. The plan provides a shared framework for partners to identify priorities, coordinate effort and support practical action that improves safety, connection and wellbeing across Greater Shepparton. They aim to focus collective resources on issues where collaboration can make the greatest difference. “This working group is all about providing a holistic approach to community safety. By working together, and focusing on connection and wellbeing, we can improve safety from all angles,” said Greater Shepparton Local Area Commander Inspector Cameron Sanderson. Key priorities of the plan include boosting safety in public

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places, engaging young people in community life and reducing harm caused by drugs and alcohol. After the recent road crash in the area, and the five people killed on Shepparton roads this year, another focus is reducing road trauma. “Community safety is a shared responsibility, and the Greater Shepparton Community Safety Action Group brings together Council, Victoria Police and many other stakeholders to share knowledge and work towards practical solutions that make our community safer and more connected,” said Greater Shepparton City Council Manager Community Wellbeing, Renee Austin. "This partnership helps ensure community safety priorities are informed by local knowledge, data and the experiences of people who live and work in Greater Shepparton."

The action group is comprised of members from Victoria Police, Greater Shepparton City Council, Department of Education, Ambulance Victoria, Ethnic Council of Shepparton and District, Neighbourhood Watch, Goulburn Valley Health, Greater Shepparton Business Network, Primary Care Connect, Department of Justice and Community Safety, Connect GV, Department of Health, RoadSafe Goulburn Valley, Rumbalara Aboriginal Cooperative, Goulburn Valley Pride, Greater Shepparton Lighthouse Project, Department of Families, Fairness and Housing and other key partners. It will also involve consultation with sporting clubs, schools, and other community groups. The group will next meet in October.

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Roads, Roads, Roads My office continues to be contacted by drivers who are being severely impacted by the appalling and unsafe conditions of our roads. Many motorists every single day are hitting potholes, putting their lives at risk, damaging their vehicles and then having to pay for expensive repairs due to no fault of their own. We are constantly reporting potholes and damaged roads but what we are often seeing is very poor temporary works being done which is further ignorance to the significant road safety crisis that we currently have. I raised my concerns in Parliament with the new Minister for Roads and Road Safety, Paul Hamer, and this week I received his response which he basically blamed recent storm events for the condition of our roads. This government needs to stop making ridiculous excuses and understand the real safety issues that need immediate attention and investment in our roads to bring them to a safe and adequate standard as a matter of urgency.

NOW COMPLETED... A $1M, four-stage development of a new mausoleum at Shepparton Public Cemetery is now completed, adding 72 new crypts to the burial place. Photo: Deanne Jeffers

Supporting Our Local Businesses It was great to have the Leader of the Opposition, Jess Wilson and Danny O’Brien, Leader of the Nationals in town, where they met with many of our local businesses, organisations and locals on the street to hear firsthand about the things that are impacting on them. We must continue to support our businesses, drive investment and jobs by ensuring that our regional communities are supported. It was no surprise to hear that the appaling condition of our roads, crime and community, cost of living and housing were key topics of conversation.

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENTS... Shepparton Public Cemetery have also expanded its lawn cemetery area, ensuring the cemetery is future proofed for generations. Photo: Deanne Jeffers

GV Pregnancy Support & Caroline Chisholm Society I recently called in to visit Deb and volunteers at GV Pregnancy Support and Caroline Chisholm Society. It is wonderful to see firsthand the incredible free service and support they provide, including new and pre-loved clothes for babies, children and maternal aid. They are experiencing increasing demand and appreciate any donations and support. All much needed financial donations go directly towards purchasing the items they provide to their families. Donations of new and pre-loved baby and children’s clothing and shoes can be delivered to 15A St Andrews Road Shepparton or call on (03) 5821 0826 for any further information.

T H E S he ppa r ton P ubl ic C eme t er y has completed a $1M upgrade of its mausoleum, along with other significant improvements including increasing the lawn cemetery area, leveling carparks and improving pathways, and relocating the office to the main house on site. The four-stage mausoleum development began in February of last year, with the recent completion of construction creating 72 above-ground crypts as demand for alternative burial options continues to grow. For those who wish to be laid to rest in a mausoleum, Cobram is the only other cemetery in the region with these facilities, otherwise families must travel to Melbourne or New South Wales. Shepparton Cemetery trust chairperson Rick Brun thanked the community for their support, as well as the local trades who worked on the upgrades including Lau

Monumental Masons from Tallygaroopna, P r e s ton s L a nd s c api n g , a s wel l a s expressing gratitude to the voluntary trust for their time and work in organising the project. “We’d love the community to come and take a stroll through the cemetery grounds and see the work that has been done here. The trust works hard to ensure the public cemetery is a presentable and safe place to walk and to remember loved ones,” said Mr Brun. “We’re constantly developing the site and moving ahead to ensure it serves the needs of the community. If the public have ideas or suggestions for improving Shepparton Cemetery, we would like to hear from them.” S he pp a r ton C e m e t e r y i s lo c at e d at 5 Rudd Road , Sheppa r ton. For more information, visit: ht tps: // sheppartonpubliccemetery.com.au/

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LOOKING for something different this Father’s Day weekend? On Saturday, September 5, Shepparton Marketplace will host a special display from the Valley Radio Flyers Shepparton, giving visitors the chance to get up close to an incredible collection of remote-control aircraft. The local not-for-profit club has been flying model aircraft in the region for

more than 40 years and will be showcasing some of the amazing machines that take to the skies. W h i le you're t here , grab a raffle ticket and support the club's annual Mammoth Fly-In event, one of the region's premier radio-controlled aircraft gatherings. Club members will be on hand to chat about the hobby, answer questions, and share their

passion for aviation. Whether you're a longtime aviation enthusiast or simply looking for a fun family outing, make sure you stop by Shepparton Marketplace on 5 September to support a fantastic local community group and discover the fascinating world of radiocontrolled flight.

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I T’S an election year, and the usual promises and big ideas for Victoria’s future are already on the drawing board. But too often our state is treated as though one approach fits everyone, even though electoral districts are communities with their own identity, challenges and priorities. Each deserves its own voice. That is why Voices for Goulburn Valley formed earlier this year; to listen to the people of the Shepparton electorate and give our community a better chance of being heard. Despite its na me , t he Sheppa r ton electorate is much more than the city itself. It crosses into Moira Shire and stretches from the Murray River to Toolamba, and Mount Major to Tatura. More than 73,000 people live in communities across our landscape, each one affected by political decisions every day. Voices for Goulburn Valley is a dedicated group of volunteers from across the electorate who believe politics can work better for our communities. We support political independence because representation should be driven by community priorities – not party agendas or electoral cycles. An independent can work constructively across political divides and, particularly in a parliament where one

party has a slim majority, a crossbencher can have greater influence than a party backbencher. Our approach is simple – we listen first. So far, through communit y c o nve r s at io n s , s u r ve y s a nd pu bl i c engagement, we have heard from more than 1,000 people about their concerns, aspirations and expectations of a political representative. Healthcare, social cohesion, cost of living and climate change are among the strongest concerns, with education, roads and transport close behind. Interestingly, migration, access to sporting facilities and water policy have rated much lower. People want a representative who is honest and accountable – someone who listens, consults and brings people together. These responses will soon form our Community Listening Report, which will be made public and presented to all candidates, so voters can see whether their priorities are reflected in policies and promises. At a time of increasing political tension, we believe our community deserves a representative who is interested in unity, not division. Right now, more than ever, we should all be working together. You can contact Voices for Goulburn

MOOROOPNA SKATE PARK Dear Editor. O n b eh a l f of Mo oro opn a S t e er i ng Committee following a motion made in our August meeting, I am reaching out to express the Committees concern over the lack of suitable amenities as part of the Mooroopna Bike Jump Park Masterplan. Given the core demographic of this site will be families, and young people, there is heightened need for an onsite accessible toilet (inclusive of a suitable changing space). We as a committee have heard from parents with concerns, and understand the challenge that comes along with managing multiple ages of children, and mobility challenges, with the two case studies below reflecting the value in ensuring that there is a suitable amenity included in the development. Case Study 1: Multiple Ages of Children When a parent with an infant or toddler and an older child attend the site, there is concern over the distance to the nearest toilet facility, and if they need to tend to

their younger child they are faced with a challenging situation, where most parents are not comfortable leaving their child alone, however will need to bring them in tow. Having an accessible toilet block on site means improved family orientation of site is established. Case Study 2: Mobility Challenged Carer W hen a grandparent or carer with mobility challenges brings a child to the site, having great distances to the local toilet can often provide additional challenges beyond what anyone else would face. Having the toilet on site would mean they are able to access appropriate a m e n it i e s , a nd a l s o m a n a g e t h e i r responsibilities as a carer easier. Case Studies are a broad collection of feedback into the two most common scenarios, as above there are many benefits and we request councillors consider the impacts of the absence of this facility as part of the masterplan, and push for its inclusion. We welcome further consultation with the Council Officers and Councillors. Kind regards Rowan Farren-Parnell Chair person of Mooroopna Steering Committee

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Dress up in your favourite cosplay and celebrate the return of NerdMania this Saturday

COSPLAY... NerdMania is returning to Shepparton this Saturday, thanks to the Salvation Army North East Youth Services. Whether you are into Star Wars, Pokémon, LEGO, or you’re a Trekkie, there will be something there for you. Pictured is Mylo Faisst dressed as The Balladeer from Genshin Impact. Photo: Emma Harrop

IT IS time to dress up as your favourite character. NerdMania will return to Greater Shepparton on Saturday, August 29, at the Multipurpose Pavilion at the Shepparton Showgrounds, from 10am till 4pm; for one day only. “We’ve been working towards this outcome for a few years now, so to say that it is finally happening is amazing” said Jim Gow, Youth Participation Worker at Salvation Army North East Youth Services. “We were asked monthly if not weekly when it would come back, and “oh I wish that would come back, it was incredible” and so on, so this announcement will make a lot of people very happy. I’m one of them!” The funding has been secured thanks to the Greater Shepparton City Council as well as VicHealth, and sees a partnership created that will be hugely beneficial for the community. “Without the seed funding provided by

the Greater Shepparton City Council and VicHealth, this wouldn’t be happening, make no mistake. This is very much thanks to them, and I feel they recognise the value this event brings to the community and wish to support it,” said Mr. Gow. The monies raised on the day through entry fees and stallholder fees will go back into the coffers to ensure the event can remain on the events calendar for years to come. The event is a fully supervised drug, alcohol, smoke and vape free event. The event starts at 10am and finishes at 4pm and will be held at the Multipurpose Pavilion at the Shepparton Showgrounds, Shepparton on Saturday, August 29. Adults $25, Teens 13-17yo $15, 12 and under – free. Car parking entry is via Gate 5, with a $2 parking fee going to a local services club. Tickets are available at www. trybooking.com

Archibald Prize arrives soon in Shepparton PORTRAITS ON THE WAY... The Archibald Prize 2026 will open at SAM on September 5. Pictured is the installation view of the Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes 2026 exhibition at the Art Gallery of New South Wales. Photo: Supplied

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NOTICE OF MEETING Annual General Meeting of Members & Board Nominations Assoc Inc A0024266Y | ABN 94 314 031 069 The 58th Annual General Meeting of Members of Shepparton Retirement Villages Inc will be held at 5.30pm on Tuesday 27 October 2026 in the Activities Centre at Tarcoola, 9 Batman Avenue Shepparton. The meeting will be followed by refreshments. BUSINESS 1. To confirm the minutes of the Annual General Meeting held on 28 October 2025. 2. To receive the report of the board and the audited Financial Statements of Shepparton Retirement Villages Inc for the year ended 30 June 2026. 3. To elect up to four (4) members of the board for at least nine (9) and up to 11 positions. 4. To transact any other business for which notice has been given in accordance with the Rules of Shepparton Retirement Villages Inc. NOMINATIONS TO BOARD Members of Shepparton Retirement Villages Inc. may nominate themselves or other members to serve as Directors of the Board. Nominations must be made in writing and received at the office of the Chief Executive Officer on or before 5pm, Friday 4 September 2026. Any nomination must meet the eligibility requirements under the rules of Shepparton Retirement Villages Inc and the Aged Care Act 2024, and must receive consent in writing from the person nominated. It must also be signed by at least two members of Shepparton Retirement Villages Inc. Nomination forms and further information can be obtained from the head office of SRV at 9 Batman Avenue, Shepparton, phone (03) 5832 0800, or by emailing our Executive Administrator, Carmen Saunders – ea@sheppvillages.com.au. RSVP: Please email or phone to confirm your intention to attend the meeting, ea@sheppvillages.com.au, or (03) 5832 0800 – by no later than Friday 9 October. Veronica Jamison Chief Executive Officer Shepparton Retirement Villages Inc. P.O. Box 203, Shepparton Vic 3632 www.sheppvillages.com.au Page 14 – The Adviser Australia No.1:1829 Wednesday, August 26, 2026

A U S T R A L I A' S m o s t celebrated portrait prize arrives at Shepparton Art Museum nex t month, with SAM chosen as the only Victorian venue for the touring exhibition of the Archibald Prize 2026,

running September 5 to November 1, 2026. The exhibition features the winning portrait by Melbourne-based Richard Lewer, alongside 58 other finalist works, offering audiences in Victoria the first

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Celebrating our local Pakistani community THE local Pakistani community celebrated Jashn-e-Azadi Day (celebration of freedom or festival of independence) on Saturday, August 15, at the Kialla Central Community Hall. The event was a day to reflect on the past, embrace the future and celebrate with friends

DADDY DAUGHTER... Duaa Shehzad was one of the many children to perform on the day. Pictured with her father, Dr Shehzad Ahmed. Photo: Aaron Cordy

and family, wonderful food, dancing and the many achievements they have made in the wider Greater Shepparton community. The Consul General of Pakistan Melbourne, Wajid Hashmi, was among the many guests.

COMMUNITY RECOGNITION... Many children received awards and recognition on the day. Pictured is Mayor Cr Shane Sali, Aroosh Nisar and the Consulate General of Pakistan Wajid Hassan Hashmi. Photo: Aaron Cordy

INDEPENDENCE DAY... The Pakistani Association of Goulburn Valley Inc. celebrated the 79th Independence Day, with a heartwarming event of community, family and cake. Photo: Aaron Cordy

FAMILY DAY... Aleeha Shehar Bano was another shining light of the Pakistani community to steal the show. Photo: Aaron Cordy

PAKISTANI COMMUNITY... the children of the local Pakistani community stole the show, along with the honoured guests. Photo: Aaron Cordy

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Mietta Innes-Irons takes on the world Sixth in world championship

WORLD CHAMP... Shepparton para dressage rider Mietta Innes-Irons has capped a remarkable FEI World Championship campaign with a sixth-place finish in the Grade V Freestyle in Aachen, Germany. The result adds another major milestone to an extraordinary comeback story following two serious spinal injuries. Photo: Evergem Media House

THE result comes after a strong progression throughout the championships, with Innes-Irons and Sir Helmut finishing 13th in the Grand Prix A on 68.974 per cent before improving to sixth in the Grand Prix B with a score of 71.131 per cent. Their combined result of 70.053 per cent placed the Australian combination eighth overall and secured their place in the top-eight Freestyle final. The sixth-place finish is particularly impressive given the partnership between Innes-Irons and Sir Helmut is still relatively

new, with the gelding only 10 years old. The Freestyle score was also just below the pair’s personal best, set earlier on Australian soil, highlighting the potential of the combination as they continue to develop together. The Aachen campaign represents another major milestone for Innes-Irons, who has risen through the international para dressage ranks following two serious spinal injuries. The Shepparton rider began riding at just four years of age and was competing at a high level in eventing and show jumping

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A new stamp duty on property transfers between spouses (2017-18) An increased stamp duty on new cars (2017-18) A new stamp duty on off-the-plan purchasers (2017-18) A new so-called ‘vacant home’ tax (2017-18) Widening of vacant residential land tax to uninhabitable properties (2019-20) Retrospective increase in insurance duty for overseas-based insurers (2019-20) A new annual property valuation to increase land tax Cladding rectification tax (2019/20) Environment Mitigation Levy Increased luxury car tax (2019-20) Increased land tax for homes with contiguous blocks on a separate title (2019-20) Increased Fire Services Property Levy (2015-16) Increased Fire Services Property Levy (2019-20) A new point of consumption gambling tax A tripling of brown coal royalties (2016-17) Gold mining royalties (2019-20) A new tax on Uber and taxi fares. (2016-17 Update) A new corporate restructure duty (2019-20) Increased foreign stamp duty (2019-20) Increased foreign stamp duty (2016-17) Introduced foreign stamp duty 2015-16) Increased absentee landowner surcharge for foreigner property (2019-20) Increased absentee landowner surcharge for foreigner property (2016-17) Increased absentee landowner surcharge for foreigner property (2015-16)) A new city access tax for West Gate Tunnel A new ‘on-dock rail’ charge on imported shipping containers Increase to the Municipal and Industrial Landfill Levy (‘bin tax’) Road Occupation Charge on construction companies Number plate tax Electric Vehicle tax A new affordable housing tax (windfall gain tax on rezoned land)

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Increased land tax on taxable landholdings above $1.8 million Increased stamp duty on property transactions Expanded point of consumption tax on gambling 10 per cent increase to Victorian Government penalty units Expanded land tax on gender-exclusive clubs Mental health payroll tax surcharge Increased wagering and betting tax (2021-22) Increased Fire Services Property Levy (2021-22) 50 per cent increase to Births, Deaths and Marriages fees Proposed levy on employers to fund 5 days sick leave for casual employees – initially a government-funded trial to be followed up with a new tax after 2 years. Narrowing the Land Tax exemption for charitable institutions by harshly insisting that charitable institutions “exclusively” use their land for charitable purposes, otherwise triggering a full Land Tax charge on the entire landholding. Increase to the WorkCover average premium rate Increased payroll tax on businesses (Job Tax) Increased land tax on landholdings above $300,000 (Rent Tax) Land tax on landholdings between $50,000 to $300,000 (Rent Tax) Increased absentee landowner surcharge for foreigner property (2023-24) Increased wagering and betting tax (2023-24) A new school tax on independent schools (Schools Tax) Holiday and Tourism Tax Expanded land tax on vacant residential land (Holiday House Tax) Expanded land tax on unimproved residential land A new health tax on GPs and allied health professionals (Health Tax) Second increase to the Municipal and Industrial Landfill Levy (‘bin tax’) Increase to the Fire Services Property Levy (2024-2025)

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The Adviser. Australia No.1:1829 Wednesday, August 26, 2026 – Page 19

Wendy Lovell MP

Wendy Lovell MP Wendy Lovell MP Wendy Lovell MP Liberal Member for Northern Victoria Region Liberal Member for Northern Victoria Region

Liberal Member for Northern Victoria Region

Member for Northern Victoria Region

Local al Local & Voc Active, Active, and Vocal Working hard for a stronger future for the Goulburn Valley

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Authorised by Wendy /wendylovellMP Lovell MP, 222 Wyndham Street Shepparton.

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Authorised by Wendy Lovell MP, 222 Wyndham Street Shepparton. Funded from Parliamentary Budget

DAVID MOHI

JOEL COSTA Phone: 5829 3700

Phone: 5823 5066

10 Callister St, Shepparton

8001 Melbourne Rd, Sth Shepparton

TARA WRIGHT Phone: 132 848

12 Ashenden St, Shepparton

BLINDS & SHUTTERS ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

4 G.C SUNS 4 BRISBANE LIONS 6 FREMANTLE 6 MELBOURNE

4 GEELONG 4 ADELAIDE 4 PORT ADELAIDE 4 SYDNEY 4 HAWTHORN

ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

4 G.C SUNS 6 COLLINGWOOD 4 CARLTON 4 WESTERN BULLDOGS 4 GEELONG

4 ADELAIDE 6 ESSENDON 6 NTH MELBOURNE 4 HAWTHORN

ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

6 ST KILDA 4 BRISBANE LIONS 6 FREMANTLE 6 MELBOURNE 4 GEELONG

DANIEL THEWMA

RHYS DONCON

CRAIG MINTERN

Phone: 5821 7876

Phone: 0438 878 736

Phone: 5831 1800

121 New Dookie Rd Shepparton

ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

4 G.C SUNS 6 COLLINGWOOD 6 FREMANTLE 6 MELBOURNE 4 GEELONG

33 Florence St, Shepparton

ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

4 ADELAIDE 4 PORT ADELAIDE 4 SYDNEY 4 HAWTHORN

JOSHUA MEI Phone: 5821 2906 55-57 Longstaff St, Shepparton

6 ST KILDA 4 BRISBANE LIONS 6 FREMANTLE 6 MELBOURNE 4 GEELONG

4 ADELAIDE 4 PORT ADELAIDE 6 NTH MELBOURNE 4 HAWTHORN

ROUND 24

182 High St, Shepparton

ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

6 ST KILDA 6 COLLINGWOOD 4 CARLTON 6 MELBOURNE 4 GEELONG

4 ADELAIDE 6 ESSENDON 4 SYDNEY 6 W.C EAGLES

MITCHELL HEGGART

TIM MATHIESON

Phone: 5821 3115

Phone: 5831 6996

9 Benalla Rd, Shepparton

6 ST KILDA 4 BRISBANE LIONS 6 FREMANTLE 6 MELBOURNE 4 GEELONG

4 ADELAIDE 4 PORT ADELAIDE 6 NTH MELBOURNE 4 HAWTHORN

ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

6 ST KILDA 6 COLLINGWOOD 6 FREMANTLE 6 MELBOURNE 4 GEELONG

ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

4 ADELAIDE 4 PORT ADELAIDE 6 NTH MELBOURNE 4 HAWTHORN

6 ST KILDA 6 COLLINGWOOD 4 CARLTON 6 MELBOURNE 4 GEELONG

4 ADELAIDE 4 PORT ADELAIDE 6 NTH MELBOURNE 4 HAWTHORN

Phone: 5821 5371

Phone: 5823 1590

281 Wyndham St Shepparton

426 Wyndham St, Shepparton

8006 Goulburn Valley Highway, Kialla

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4 G.C SUNS 4 BRISBANE LIONS 6 FREMANTLE 4 WESTERN BULLDOGS

6 RICHMOND 6 GWS 4 PORT ADELAIDE 6 NTH MELBOURNE 4 HAWTHORN

4 BRISBANE LIONS 6 FREMANTLE 6 MELBOURNE

TIM COOPER

Phone: 0491 695 388

Phone: 5821 6400

Phone: 0487 407 778

23 Parker St, Shepparton

46-52 Benalla Rd, Shepparton

117 Wyndham St, Shepparton

6 ST KILDA 4 BRISBANE LIONS 6 FREMANTLE 6 MELBOURNE 4 GEELONG

4 ADELAIDE 4 PORT ADELAIDE 6 NTH MELBOURNE 4 HAWTHORN

ot impossible.

19. WENDY LOVELL ............138

5. TIM MATHIESON...........149

6. DARYL EMMETT ...........149 GV CARPORTS & PATIOS

7. JARROD HARRY ...........148 LINEMASTA

10. JOSHUA MEI ..................146 GV TRADE GROUP

11. DAVID MOHI ...................145

ROUND 24 SELECTIONS RADIATORS & WINDSCREENS 6 ST KILDA 4 GEELONG

DANIEL STRUDWICK

ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

4. DAMO, EMMA AND BRAD ......................150

BLACKWOODS

SHEPPARTON

DAMO, EMMA, AND BRAD

18. RHYS DONCON.............138

4 ADELAIDE 4 PORT ADELAIDE 4 SYDNEY 4 HAWTHORN

CARPET CALL

12. CRAIG MINTERN ...........143 GAGLIARDI SCOTT REAL ESTATE

13. MITCHELL HEGGART ..142 H&T FLOORWORLD

14. ANDY GEORGE ..............141

LINK BUILDING

15. ANDREW HODGES ......140 ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

6 ST KILDA 4 BRISBANE LIONS 6 FREMANTLE 6 MELBOURNE 4 GEELONG

4 ADELAIDE 4 PORT ADELAIDE 6 NTH MELBOURNE 4 HAWTHORN

ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

4 G.C SUNS 4 BRISBANE LIONS 6 FREMANTLE 4 WESTERN BULLDOGS 6 RICHMOND

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GUIDING WITH PURPOSE

STELLAR COFFEE

FWSR

WENDY LOVELL LIBERAL MEMBER FOR NORTHERN VICTORIA

20. MARTIN KRUEGER .......138 KRUEGER’S FINE MEATS & SMALL GOODS

21. PAULA RYAN ..................137 THE APPRENTICESHIP FACTORY

22. SAM DIRAMACCA ........137 FINER FRUIT

23. THE PHANTOM .............137

9. JOEL COSTA...................147

RADIATORS & WINDSCREENS ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

3. MIKE TIMOTHEE ...........150

TOTAL TOOLS

SHEPPARTON

4 GEELONG 4 ADELAIDE 4 PORT ADELAIDE 4 SYDNEY 4 HAWTHORN

17. MATT KINGTON.............138

DATA PARTS

8. DANIEL STRUDWICK ...147

COREY SHARPE

Phone: 0438 372 280

6 ST KILDA 4 BRISBANE LIONS 6 FREMANTLE 6 MELBOURNE

2. SEB MANGIAMELI ........151

HAMLYN MECHANICAL REPAIRS

SAM BIRRELL

ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

16. TRACEY TOY ..................139

CVGT EMPLOYMENT

THE LOCAL SHEPPARTON

21 Lockwood Rd, Shepparton

MIKE TIMOTHEE 6

1. TARA WRIGHT ...............152

LOAN MARKET

H&T ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

TOP TIPSTERS

GOODFELLOWS CAR & TRUCK RENTALS

6 GWS 4 PORT ADELAIDE 6 NTH MELBOURNE 4 HAWTHORN

24. COREY SHARPE............136 SHEPPARTON RADIATORS & WINDSCREENS

25. ANGELO KAKOUROS ..135

STANDBY SECURITY SERVICES

26. DANIEL THEWMA .........132 FUTURE RECYCLING

27. SAM BIRRELL.................128 SAM BIRRELL FEDERAL MEMBER FOR NICHOLLS

28. TIM COOPER..................113 VIATEK

29. THE ADVISER .................101 30. WILL PHILLIPS ................. 83 ELDERS INSURANCE

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR

2026 FOOTY TIPPING WINNERS!

2nd PLACE 151 SEB MANGIAMELI (667)

1st PLACE 152 WINNER! (691)

DATA PARTS

TARA WRIGHT

CVGT EMPLOYMENT

3rd PLACE MIKE TIMOTHEE LOAN MARKET

150

(625)

FINALS WEEK ONE

BONUS FINALS MINI COMPETITION BEGINS NEXT WEEK!

SEB MANGIAMELI

WILL PHILLIPS

SAM DIRAMACCA

Phone: 5821 7155

Phone: 5823 7200

Phone: 5831 1378

3 Edward St, Shepparton

125-131 New Dookie Rd Shepparton

35 Vaughan St, Shepparton

quote. ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

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6 RICHMOND 6 GWS 4 PORT ADELAIDE 6 NTH MELBOURNE 4 HAWTHORN

nsurance products, and is underwritten by QBE Insurance (Australia) Ltd, AFSL 239545. Consider the PDS to decide if a product is right for you.

ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

6 ST KILDA 4 BRISBANE LIONS 6 FREMANTLE 6 MELBOURNE 4 GEELONG

ANDREW HODGES

TRACEY TOY

DARYL EMMETT

Phone: 5823 5888

Phone: 0411 856 263

Phone: 5831 2031

Melbourne Rd, South Shepparton

ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

6 ST KILDA 6 COLLINGWOOD 4 CARLTON 6 MELBOURNE 4 GEELONG

6 GWS 6 ESSENDON 4 SYDNEY 4 HAWTHORN

MARTIN KRUEGER

ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

6 ST KILDA 6 COLLINGWOOD 6 FREMANTLE 6 MELBOURNE 4 GEELONG

4 ADELAIDE 4 PORT ADELAIDE 4 SYDNEY 4 HAWTHORN

6 ST KILDA 4 BRISBANE LIONS 6 FREMANTLE 6 MELBOURNE

6 ST KILDA 4 BRISBANE LIONS 6 FREMANTLE 6 MELBOURNE 4 GEELONG

31 Telford Dve, Shepparton

ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

4 GEELONG 4 ADELAIDE 6 ESSENDON 4 SYDNEY 4 HAWTHORN

6 ST KILDA 4 BRISBANE LIONS 4 CARLTON 6 MELBOURNE 4 GEELONG

MATT KINGTON

PAULA RYAN

Phone: 0418 524 188

Phone: (03) 5821 4200

Phone: 5822 4555

ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

4 G.C SUNS 4 BRISBANE LIONS 6 FREMANTLE 4 WESTERN BULLDOGS

6 RICHMOND 6 GWS 4 PORT ADELAIDE 6 NTH MELBOURNE 4 HAWTHORN

278 Wyndham St, Shepparton

ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

6 ST KILDA 4 BRISBANE LIONS 6 FREMANTLE 4 WESTERN BULLDOGS

4 GEELONG 4 ADELAIDE 6 ESSENDON 4 SYDNEY 4 HAWTHORN

WENDY LOVELL

THE ADVISER

Phone: 5821 6668

Phone: 5832 8900

222 Wyndham St, Shepparton

38-40 Welsford St, Shepaprton

ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

4 G.C SUNS 4 BRISBANE LIONS 6 FREMANTLE 6 MELBOURNE 4 GEELONG

6 GWS 4 PORT ADELAIDE 6 NTH MELBOURNE 4 HAWTHORN

THE PHANTOM ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

4 GEELONG 4 ADELAIDE 6 ESSENDON 4 SYDNEY 4 HAWTHORN

4 ADELAIDE 4 PORT ADELAIDE 4 SYDNEY 4 HAWTHORN

44 Wyndham St Shepparton

Wendy Lovell MP

6 ST KILDA 4 BRISBANE LIONS 6 FREMANTLE 6 MELBOURNE

THE PHANTOM

Liberal Member for Northern Victoria Region

ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

4 ADELAIDE 4 PORT ADELAIDE 6 NTH MELBOURNE 4 HAWTHORN

Phone: 5821 4516

ANGELO KAKOUROS 91 Welsford St, Shepparton

ANDY GEORGE

Shepparton

ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

70 Mitchell St, Shepparton

ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

4 ADELAIDE 4 PORT ADELAIDE 4 SYDNEY 4 HAWTHORN

Phone: 0438 354 524

22 Colliver Rd, Shepparton

6 ST KILDA 6 COLLINGWOOD 4 CARLTON 6 MELBOURNE 4 GEELONG

Shepparton

JARROD HARRY

Phone: 5821 5414

ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

70 New Dookie Rd,

4 ADELAIDE 4 PORT ADELAIDE 4 SYDNEY 4 HAWTHORN

4 G.C SUNS 4 BRISBANE LIONS 6 FREMANTLE 4 WESTERN BULLDOGS 6 RICHMOND

6 GWS 4 PORT ADELAIDE 6 NTH MELBOURNE 4 HAWTHORN

ROUND 24 SELECTIONS

6 ST KILDA 4 BRISBANE LIONS 4 CARLTON 6 MELBOURNE 4 GEELONG

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It’s finals time, and what a finish we had to both our senior football and A Grade netball seasons. Just who was playing whom in this weekend’s first round of finals wasn’t unveiled until the final siren, with several different outcomes in play right up until 5pm on Saturday. This weekend there will be three different venues for football and netball: Tatura on Saturday afternoon and Rochester on Saturday afternoon/evening, then Euroa on Sunday.

SEYMOUR v MOOROOPNA Saturday at 2pm, Tatura Park They have only played once this year, in Round 8, when the Cats were 23-point winners after Seymour had two more scoring shots but kicked 17 behinds. Seymour was goalless in the first half but outscored the Cats in the second half. Riley Mason, who has recently returned from injury, kicked four goals and six behinds. Tom Stapleton had the better of Liam Betson in the ruck, but Coby James and Dom Gugliotti were outstanding in defence and held off the Lions after the Cats set up the win through Dan Tuddenham’s goalkicking exploits. Tuddenham kicked five in that game, with Jack Johnston on VFL duties at the time. Mooroopna has the third-best defence in the competition and will be hoping for a low-scoring game in order to advance to week four of the finals. Seymour players Dylan Cook (my tip for the Morrison Medal) and Nic Quigg go into this game after both scoring 200+ ranking points in the final round of the season. Prediction: Seymour by 18 points. BY THE NUMBERS Leading goalkickers: Seymour: Riley Mason 42 goals (12 games), Jaron Murphy 29, Jack Murphy 23. Mooroopna: Jack Osborne 22, Will Emanuelli 17. Average scores: Seymour: FOR 87 & AGAINST 70. Mooroopna: FOR 74 & AGAINST 69. Highest-ranked players: Seymour: Dylan Cook 15, Tom Stapleton 19, Nic Quigg 21, Huw Jones 29. Mooroopna: Liam Betson 9, Keelin Betson 20, Kai Madgwick 26, Isaac Dowling 43.

SHEPPARTON BEARS v ECHUCA Saturday at 5.30pm, Rochester Recreation Reserve Shepparton has lost just one game this season, to Echuca in Round 8, with the Murray Bombers winning by 10 points in a game where the teams had exactly the same number of disposals. The Bears dominated the ruck, clearances and uncontested marks, but it was Echuca that had 10 more inside 50s and secured the win thanks to the brilliance of key defender Curtis Townrow and midfielders Sam Reid, Tom Evans and Jack Evans. Luke Smith was the highest-ranked player on the ground, but he goes into the first week of finals after registering his lowest ranking of the season, only the third time this year he hasn’t scored more than 100 ranking points. He kicked four goals against the Murray Bombers in that Round 8 loss and has the likes of Jackson Stewart and Lachlan Hogan, both defensively minded mids, to keep him in check this weekend. Smith is just one half of the Bears’ dynamic goalkicking midfield duo, the other being Lewis McShane. If McShane lines up on Sam Reid, that will be a battle worth watching. If any defence can handle the Byrne brothers, Angus and Hugh, Liam Tenace and Malik Gordon, it is the Bears. This one should be a beauty, and I think the Murray Bombers can make it two from two. Opposition clubs have scored an average of just 51 points against the Bears this season. Prediction: Echuca by 8 points. BY THE NUMBERS Leading goalkickers: Bears: Luke Smith 41, Lewis McShane 26, Trent Herbert 19, Liam Broom 17. Echuca: Malik Gordon 33, Darby Jones 23, Hugh Byrne 16. Average scores, Bears FOR 96.5 & AGAINST 51. Echuca: FOR 97.8 & AGAINST 58.8. Highest-ranked players: Bears: Lewis McShane 3,

Luke Smith 6, Ash Holland 25. Echuca: Jack McHale 4 (has only played two games), Tom Evans 17, Hugh Byrne 18.

SHEPPARTON SWANS v KYABRAM Sunday at 2pm, Memorial Oval, Euroa When these teams met in Round 2, the Swans kicked 97 points, the third-highest score against the Bombers this season, and won by 24 points. Kyabram turned that result around when they met again in Round 12, in a game dominated by Rhys Clark, who has not played since Round 13. Clark kicked five goals in the Bombers’ 34-point victory. The Bombers have also been without Anthony Depasquale since Round 9, with the goalkicker producing his best VFL game of the year when he kicked seven majors last weekend. After six wins and a draw from their first nine games, the Swans sat comfortably inside the six, but they then lost five of their next six. Thanks to three straight wins to end the season, they finished fourth. They face an in-form big-man duo of Zac Norris and Aidan Robinson, but have in-form defenders in Ethan Warburton, Adam Fichera and Max Clohesy. Kyabram seems to have been treading water for a few weeks now, but I think a spark will be ignited as we approach September and they will win this narrowly. Prediction: Kyabram by 5 points. BY THE NUMBERS Leading goalkickers: Kyabram: Anthony Depasquale 32, Riley Ironside 28, Aidan Robinson 27, Charlie Barnett 23, Rhys Clark 14. Swans: James Auld 42, Harper Simpson 23, Nathan Rachele 21, Joeve Cooper 13. Average scores: Kyabram: FOR 94.9 & AGAINST 72.1. Swans: FOR 72.3 & AGAINST 78.2. Highest-ranked players: Kyabram: Zac Norris 2, Jack Russell 12, Kaine Herbert 31. Swans: Ethan Warburton 28, Ollie Warburton 36, Max Clohesy 45.

NETBALL SEYMOUR v MANSFIELD Saturday at 2.15pm, Tatura Mansfield hasn’t made the finals for 13 years and faces a Seymour team with a pair of VNL stars in Ally Black and coach Elle Nexhip. The Eagles are a well-organised team that beat Seymour by 11 goals only four weeks ago. They defend well and are close-checking through the midcourt, but if Ruby Martin gets on a roll she will be difficult to stop in goals. Prediction: Mansfield by 1 goal.

ECHUCA v SHEPPARTON BEARS Saturday at 4pm, Rochester Echuca was on top only a couple of weeks ago, but a shock loss to Shepparton United and a draw with Mooroopna on the weekend saw them drop to third. They now face Kim Borger and her Bears in a do-ordie final. The Bears lost five games in a row midway through the year but won their way back into the six in the final round and now have a chance to defend the title they won last season. Prediction: Echuca by 7 goals.

EUROA v MOOROOPNA Sunday at 2.15pm, Euroa The Magpies get to play this qualifying final on their home court, having shot 107 goals in the final homeand-away round to finish the year in top spot. They have Mia Sudomirski and Bec Colwell in attack, that pair matched by the Ellie Warnock and Tylah Marchbank defensive combination. The Cats have the best defensive pair in the competition in Caitlin McLachlan and Dayna Williams, but it will be the ability of Ash Lancaster to shoot a winning score on which they will be hanging their hats. Prediction: Mooroopna by 2 goals.

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6.00 Ent. Tonight 6.30 Bold 7.00 Deal Or No Deal 7.30 Everyday Gourmet 8.00 Lingo 9.00 The Finish Line 10.00 Ent. Tonight 10.30 The Traitors Australia 12.00 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield 12.30 Millionaire Hot Seat 1.00 10 News: Lunchtime

2.00 Deal Or No Deal 2.30 The Finish Line 3.30 Lingo 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful 5.00 10 News 6.30 Deal Or No Deal 7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat 7.30 The Traitors Australia 9.00 Boston Blue 10.00 10’s Late News 11.00 Cheap Seats 12.00 Shopping

6.00 Sunrise 9.00 The Morning Show 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon 1.00 Bridge Of Lies: Celebrity Specials 2.00 Bridge Of Lies 3.00 The Chase 4.00 Seven News At 4 5.00 The Chase Australia 6.00 Seven News 7.00 Home And Away 7.30 The 1% Club UK

8.30 The Front Bar 9.30 Miss Universe Australia 2026 11.30 The Agenda Setters 12.30 Everything I Know About Love 1.30 Harry’s Practice 2.00 Home Shopping 4.00 NBC Today 5.00 Sunrise Early News 5.30 Sunrise

6.00 Today 9.00 Today Extra 11.30 9News Morning 12.00 The Block 1.15 Getaway 1.45 My Way 2.00 Pointless 3.00 Tipping Point 4.00 9News Afternoon 4.30 Tipping Point Australia 5.30 News 6.00 9News 7.00 ACA

7.30 The Block 8.45 Banjo And Ro’s Grand Island Hotel 10.00 9News Late 10.30 The Teacher: Body In The Lake 11.25 Accused: Guilty Or Innocent? 12.15 Tipping Point 1.05 Destination WA 1.30 TV Shop 2.30 Global Shop 3.00 TV Shop 4.00 Skippy

6.00 Morning Programs 9.00 DD India News Hour 10.00 Kew Gardens: Season By Season 10.50 Canal Boat Diaries 12.00 BBC News At Ten 12.30 France 24 1.00 PBS News 2.00 Dateline 2.30 Insight 3.30 The Cook Up 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers

5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. H’lights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust 6.30 News 7.30 Alone Australia 8.35 The Airport Chaplain 9.35 James May: Our Man In India 10.30 SBS News 11.00 The Congregation 11.55 Crime 12.55 Late Programs

THURSDAY

6.00 News Breakfast 9.00 News 10.00 Hard Quiz 10.30 Spicks And Specks 11.00 New Zealand Spy 11.25 QI 12.00 News 1.00 Falling 1.55 Back Roads 2.25 Home Delivery 2.55 Fake Or Fortune? 3.55 Frankie Drake 4.40 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next

5.30 Antiques Roadshow 6.30 Hard Quiz 7.00 News 7.30 7.30 8.00 Back Roads 8.30 Take 5 9.00 Amanda & Alan’s Italian Job 9.30 Treasure & Dirt 10.30 News 10.45 The Business 11.00 Frankie Drake

6.00 Ent. Tonight 6.30 Bold 7.00 Deal Or No Deal 7.30 Everyday Gourmet 8.00 Lingo 9.00 The Finish Line 10.00 Ent. Tonight 10.30 The Traitors Australia 12.00 Everyday Gourmet 12.30 Millionaire Hot Seat 1.00 News 2.00 Deal Or No Deal

2.30 The Finish Line 3.30 Lingo 4.30 Bold 5.00 News 6.30 Deal Or No Deal 7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat 7.30 The Dog House Australia 8.40 NCIS: Sydney 9.40 10’s Late News 10.40 Big Bang 11.35 Two And A Half Men 12.00 Shopping

6.00 Sunrise 9.00 The Morning Show 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon 1.00 Time Is Money 2.00 Bridge Of Lies 3.00 The Chase 4.00 Seven News At 4 5.00 The Chase Australia 6.00 Seven News 7.00 Football. AFL. Legends Game For Prostate Cancer.

Victoria v The All-Stars. 10.00 Kick Ons 10.30 Hear The Mighty Roar: Brisbane Lions: Survival 11.45 To Be Advised 12.55 Mr Robot 2.00 Home Shopping 4.00 NBC Today 5.00 Sunrise Early News 5.30 Sunrise

6.00 Today 9.00 Today Extra 11.30 9News Morning 12.00 The Block 1.15 Banjo And Ro’s Grand Island Hotel 2.00 Pointless 3.00 Tipping Point 4.00 9News Afternoon 4.30 Tipping Point Australia 5.30 News 6.00 9News 7.00 ACA

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Broncos v Melbourne Storm. 9.55 NRL Thursday Night Footy Post-Match 10.40 9News Late 11.10 Ski Rescue Down Under 12.05 Tipping Point 1.00 Next Stop 1.30 TV Shop 2.30 Global Shop 3.00 TV Shop 4.00 Skippy

6.00 Morning Programs 10.55 Canal Boat Diaries 11.30 One For The Road 12.00 BBC News At Ten 12.30 France 24 1.00 PBS News 2.00 Shaun Micallef’s Origin Odyssey 3.00 The Cook Up 3.35 Jeopardy! 4.00 Letters And Numbers 4.30 Plating Locally 5.00 Cycling. UCI World

Tour. La Vuelta. H’lights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust 6.30 News 7.30 Spain With Michael Portillo 8.20 Jewels Of The Mediterranean 9.15 Say Nothing 10.05 SBS News 10.35 Reyka 11.35 Saving The F*cking Planet 12.20 Late Programs

FRIDAY

20 What Happened Next 5.30 Antiques Roadshow 6.30 Hard Quiz 7.00 News 7.30 7.30 8.00 Hard Quiz 8.30 Spicks And Specks 9.00 New Zealand Spy 9.25 QI 9.55 Planet America 10.30 News 10.45 The Business 11.00 Treasure & Dirt

6.00 News Breakfast 9.00 News 10.00 Amanda & Alan’s Italian Job 10.30 Take 5 11.00 Antiques Roadshow 12.00 News 1.00 Portrait Artist Of The Year 1.50 Treasure & Dirt 2.55 Fake Or Fortune? 3.55 Murdoch Mysteries 4.40 Long Lost Family:

What Happened Next 5.30 Antiques Roadshow 6.30 Hard Quiz 7.00 News 7.30 Gardening Aust 8.20 Saint-Pierre 9.05 Portrait Artist Of The Year 9.55 Spicks And Specks 10.25 News 10.45 New Zealand Spy 11.05 Murdoch Mysteries 11.50 Rage New Music

6.00 Ent. Tonight 6.30 Bold 7.00 Deal Or No Deal 7.30 Everyday Gourmet 8.00 Lingo 9.00 The Finish Line 10.00 Farm To Fork 10.30 Ent. Tonight 10.50 Attenborough’s Parenthood 12.00 Everyday Gourmet 12.30 Millionaire Hot Seat 1.00 News

2.00 Deal Or No Deal 2.30 The Finish Line 3.30 Lingo 4.30 Bold 5.00 News 6.30 Deal Or No Deal 7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat 7.30 Love It Or List It Australia 8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? 9.30 News 10.30 Two And A Half Men

6.00 Sunrise 9.00 The Morning Show 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon 1.00 Movie: Fallen Angels Murder Club: Heroes And Felons (2022) Toni Braxton, Kelly Hu, Lisa Berry. 3.00 The Chase 4.00 Seven News At 4 5.00 The Chase Australia 6.00 Seven News

7.00 AFL: Friday Night Countdown 7.30 Football. AFL. Finals Series. Wildcard round. 11.15 GetOn Extra 11.45 To Be Advised 1.20 Eyewitness 2.30 Home Shopping 4.00 Million Dollar Minute 5.00 NBC Today

6.00 Today 9.00 Today Extra 11.30 9News Morning 12.00 Movie: Cooking Up Love (2021) 2.00 Pointless 3.00 Tipping Point 4.00 9News Afternoon 4.30 Tipping Point Australia 5.30 WIN News 6.00 9News 7.00 A Current Affair 7.30 Find My Country

House Australia 8.30 Movie: Ocean’s 8 (2018) Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway. 10.40 Movie: Thelma & Louise (1991) Susan Sarandon. 1.05 Garden Gurus 1.30 TV Shop 4.00 Skippy 4.30 Global Shop 5.00 TV Shop 5.30 Postcards

6.00 Morning Programs 10.10 Kew Gardens: Season By Season 11.00 One For The Road 12.00 BBC News At Ten 12.30 France 24 1.00 PBS News 2.00 Junior Doctors Down Under 3.00 Nula 3.30 The Cook Up 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers

5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. H’lights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust 6.30 News 7.35 The Good Ship Murder 8.30 WWII With Tom Hanks 10.15 SBS News 10.45 The King 11.40 Darkness: Those Who Kill 12.35 Late Programs

SATURDAY

2 6.00 News Breakfast 9.00 News 10.00 Four Corners 10.45 Foreign Correspondent 11.15 Back Roads 12.00 News 12.30 Press Club 1.35 Media Watch 2.00 Back Roads 2.30 Home Delivery 3.00 Fake Or Fortune? 4.00 Murdoch Mysteries 4.45 Long Lost Family:

6.00 Rage Charts 7.00 Weekend Breakfast 9.00 Rage 10.30 Rage Vault Guest Programmer 12.00 Football. VFL. Finals Week. 3.00 Grantchester 3.45 Father Brown 4.30 Kitchen Cabinet 5.00 Australian Story: Unleashed – Barnaby Joyce 5.35 Landline

6.05 Kath & Kim 6.30 Hard Quiz 7.00 ABC News 7.30 Grantchester 8.20 Father Brown 9.05 Midsomer Murders 10.35 Falling 11.15 Little Disasters 12.05 Rage

6.00 4x4 Adventures 7.00 Reel Action 7.30 Escape Fishing 8.00 I Fish 8.30 All 4 Adventure 9.30 Frugal Foodie 10.00 Freshly Picked 10.30 What’s Up Down Under 11.30 The Traitors Australia 1.00 Pooches At Play 1.30 Country House Facelift

2.00 Deal Or No Deal: Celebrity Jackpot 3.00 The Finish Line 4.00 Lingo 5.00 News 6.30 Gogglebox Aust. 7.30 Selling Houses Aust 8.40 Love It Or List It Australia 9.40 Love It Or List It UK: Brilliant Builds 10.40 Watson 11.40 FBI 12.30 Shopping

6.00 NBC Today 7.00 Weekend Sunrise 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend 12.00 Horse Racing. Caulfield Memsie Stakes Day. San Domenico Stakes Day. 5.00 Seven News At 5 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line 6.00 Seven News 7.00 Football. AFL. Finals Series. Wildcard round.

10.30 AFL Post-Game Show 11.00 Movie: Bombshell (2019) Charlize Theron, Nicole Kidman, Margot Robbie. 1.30 To Be Advised 2.00 Home Shopping 4.00 It’s Academic 5.00 Million Dollar Minute

6.00 Getaway 6.30 ACA 7.00 Weekend Today 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday 12.00 Drive Review 12.30 Destination WA 1.00 Find My Beach House Australia 1.40 The Block 4.30 Garden Gurus 5.00 News 5.30 Getaway 6.00 9News Saturday

7.00 ACA 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. North Qld Cowboys v Tigers. 9.25 NRL Saturday Night Footy Post-Match 10.00 Movie: Kong: Skull Island (2017) 12.10 Wild Cards 1.00 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything 2.00 The Incredible Journey 2.30 TV Shop

6.00 Morning Programs 9.00 DD India News Hour 10.00 Oman From Above 11.00 Living In A Postcard 12.00 BBC News At Ten 12.30 France 24 1.00 PBS News 2.00 Sailing. Sail Grand Prix Sassnitz. H’lights. 3.00 Marathon. Marathon De Paris. H’lights. 4.00 Going Places 4.30 Cycling. UCI World

Tour. La Vuelta. H’lights. 5.35 The Exiles: Secretly Deported 6.30 News 7.30 Queen Elizabeth II: The Unseen Photos 9.15 The Airport Chaplain 10.15 Shaun Micallef’s Origin Odyssey 11.15 DNA Family Secrets 12.25 Late Programs

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6.00 Rage 7.00 Wknd Brekky 9.00 Insiders 10.00 Offsiders 10.30 World This Week 11.00 Compass 11.30 Praise 12.00 News 12.30 Landline 1.30 Gardening Aust 2.15 Portrait Artist Of The Year 3.05 End Game With Tony Armstrong

4.00 Creative Types 4.30 Amanda & Alan’s Italian Job 5.00 Take 5 5.30 Back Roads 6.00 Antiques Roadshow 7.00 News 7.30 Portrait Artist Of The Year 8.20 The Cage 9.10 Falling 9.50 Grantchester 10.40 Father Brown

6.00 Mass 6.30 Key Of David 7.00 Joseph Prince 7.30 Everyday Gourmet 8.00 My Market Kitchen 8.30 Food Trail: South Africa 9.00 Freshly Picked 9.30 GCBC 10.00 Good Food Everyday 10.30 Frugal Foodie 11.00 Farm To Fork 11.30 Deal Or No Deal

12.00 Millionaire Hot Seat 12.30 Gogglebox Aust. 1.30 The Traitors Australia 3.00 The Finish Line 4.00 Lingo 5.00 10 News 6.30 10 News+ 7.00 Gogglebox Australia 8.00 Watson 9.00 FBI 12.00 10 News+ 12.30 Shopping

6.00 NBC Today 7.00 Weekend Sunrise 10.00 Morning Show 12.00 Better Homes 1.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Melbourne v Brisbane. 3.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Collingwood v Hawthorn. 5.00 Seven News At 5 5.30 The Great Outdoors 6.00 Seven News 7.00 The Voice

8.45 7NEWS Spotlight 9.45 The Wrong Man? Behind Bars For 20 Years 11.15 24 Hours In Police Custody 12.15 Curfew 1.15 Harry’s Practice 2.00 Shopping 3.30 Million Dollar Minute 4.00 NBC Today 5.00 Sunrise Early News 5.30 Sunrise

6.00 Hello SA 6.30 ACA 7.00 Weekend Today 10.00 AFL Sunday Footy Show 12.00 Wide World Of Sports 1.00 GolfBarons 1.30 The Block 4.00 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo 5.00 News 5.30 Postcards 6.00 9News Sunday

7.00 The Block 8.30 60 Minutes 9.30 9News Late 10.00 The First 48 10.40 Murder In The 21st 11.40 James Bulger: The Trial 12.30 Elements Of Disaster 1.30 TV Shop 4.00 Skippy 4.30 Destination WA 5.00 Today Early News 5.30 Today

6.00 Sydney Marathon. Coverage of the Sydney Marathon. 10.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. H’lights. 11.30 France 24 English News 12.00 PBS News Compass Points 12.30 PBS Washington Week 1.00 Motor Racing. Muscle Car Masters.

5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. H’lights. 6.00 Going Places 6.30 News 7.30 9/11: The Day That Changed The World 9.15 Castle Secrets 10.10 Kennedy 11.00 Dunhuang: Ancient Frontier Fortress 1.00 Meet The Wallers 2.40 Late Programs

6.00 News Breakfast 9.00 News 10.00 Sue Perkins’ Big Adventure 10.45 Father Brown 11.30 Nigella At My Table 12.00 News 1.00 Landline 2.00 Back Roads 2.30 Home Delivery 3.00 Fake Or Fortune? 4.00 Murdoch Mysteries 4.45 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next

5.30 Antiques Roadshow 6.30 Hard Quiz 7.00 News 7.30 7.30 8.00 Australian Story: Celebrating 30 Years 9.10 Media Watch 9.30 Planet America 10.00 Foreign Correspondent 10.30 News 10.45 The Business 11.05 Murdoch Mysteries

6.00 Ent. Tonight 6.30 Bold 7.00 Deal Or No Deal 7.30 Everyday Gourmet 8.00 Lingo 9.00 The Finish Line 10.00 Farm To Fork 10.30 Ent. Tonight 11.00 Gogglebox Aust. 12.00 Everyday Gourmet 12.30 Millionaire Hot Seat 1.00 News 2.00 Deal Or No Deal

2.30 The Finish Line 3.30 Lingo 4.30 Bold 5.00 10 News 6.30 Deal Or No Deal 7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat 7.30 Deal Or No Deal: Celebrity Jackpot 8.40 Have You Been Paying Attention? 9.40 10’s Late News 10.40 Two And A Half Men 12.00 Shopping

6.00 Sunrise 9.00 The Morning Show 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon 1.00 Beat The Chasers UK 2.00 Bridge Of Lies 3.00 The Chase 4.00 Seven News At 4 5.00 The Chase Australia 6.00 Seven News 7.00 Home And Away 7.30 The Voice

9.05 The Rookie 10.05 The Agenda Setters 11.05 The Agenda Setters: Rugby League 12.05 Transplant 2.00 Home Shopping 4.00 NBC Today 5.00 Sunrise Early News 5.30 Sunrise

6.00 Today 9.00 Today Extra 11.30 9News Morning 12.00 The Block 1.30 Find My Country House Australia 2.00 Pointless 3.00 Tipping Point 4.00 9News Afternoon 4.30 Tipping Point Australia 5.30 WIN News 6.00 9News 7.00 A Current Affair

7.30 The Block 8.40 Footy Classified 9.40 Players 10.40 9News Late 11.10 100% Footy 12.05 Tipping Point 1.00 Hello SA 1.30 TV Shop 2.30 Global Shop 3.00 TV Shop 4.00 Skippy 4.30 ACA 5.00 Today Early News 5.30 Today

6.00 Morning Programs 12.30 France 24 1.00 PBS News Compass Points 1.30 Al Jazeera News Second Edition 2.00 Bettany Hughes: Eastern Turkey Treasures 3.00 Going Places 3.30 The Cook Up 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers

5.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. H’lights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust 6.30 News 7.35 Bill Bailey’s Vietnam Adventure 8.30 24 Hours In Emergency 9.25 Alone Australia 10.30 SBS News 11.00 Gomorrah: The Origins 12.05 Late Programs

6.00 News Breakfast 9.00 News 10.00 Australian Story: Celebrating 30 Years 11.10 Planet America 12.00 News 1.00 Grantchester 2.00 Back Roads 2.30 Home Delivery 3.00 Fake Or Fortune? 4.00 Murdoch Mysteries 4.45 Long Lost Family: What Happened Next 5.30 Antiques

Roadshow 6.30 Hard Quiz 7.00 News 7.30 7.30 8.00 Foreign Correspondent 8.30 Tampa: The Turning Point 9.20 I Was Actually There 9.50 Take 5 10.20 News 10.35 The Business 10.55 Australian Story: Celebrating 30 Years

6.00 Ent. Tonight 6.30 Bold 7.00 Deal Or No Deal 7.30 Everyday Gourmet 8.00 Lingo 9.00 The Finish Line 10.00 Farm To Fork 10.30 Ent. Tonight 11.00 Deal Or No Deal: Celebrity Jackpot 12.00 Everyday Gourmet 12.30 Millionaire Hot Seat 1.00 News

2.00 Deal Or No Deal 2.30 The Finish Line 3.30 Lingo 4.30 Bold 5.00 10 News 6.30 Deal Or No Deal 7.00 Millionaire Hot Seat 7.30 The Traitors Australia 9.00 The Cheap Seats 10.00 10’s Late News 11.00 Two And A Half Men 12.00 Shopping

8.30 World’s Biggest Cruise Ship 9.30 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA 10.30 The Agenda Setters 11.30 Happy’s Place 12.00 The Path 1.15 Harry’s Practice 2.00 Home Shopping 4.00 NBC Today 5.00 Sunrise Early News 5.30 Sunrise

6.00 Today 9.00 Today Extra 11.30 9News Morning 12.00 The Block 1.00 Ski Rescue Down Under 2.00 Pointless 3.00 Tipping Point 4.00 9News Afternoon 4.30 Tipping Point Australia 5.30 News 6.00 9News 7.00 ACA

7.30 The Block 8.40 Travel Guides 9.50 Footy Classified 10.50 9News Late 11.20 Outback Opal Hunters 12.15 Tipping Point 1.05 GolfBarons 1.30 TV Shop 2.30 Let’s Eat With George 3.00 TV Shop 4.00 Skippy 4.30 ACA

6.00 Morning Programs 10.15 Vintage Voltage 11.10 Inside Oxford Street 12.00 BBC News At Ten 12.30 France 24 1.00 PBS News 2.00 Bettany Hughes: Treasures Of Oman 3.00 Living Black 3.30 The Cook Up 4.05 Brooklyn Bridge: Engineering Masterpiece

5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers 6.00 Mastermind Aust 6.30 News 7.30 Shaun Micallef’s Origin Odyssey 8.30 Insight 9.30 Dateline 10.00 SBS News 10.30 Searching For Italy 11.20 Mussolini: Son Of The Century 12.30 Late Programs

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“DOWNRIGHT DISGRACE”: JENKINS SLAMS DECISION OVER BULLDOGS ‘HOME’ WILDCARD FINAL SEN

With the Western Bulldogs hosting Collingwood at the MCG for a Wildcard Final next week, Josh Jenkins believes the club should have the right to host it at their home ground of Marvel Stadium. Following their unexpected win against the Demons on Saturday, the Bulldogs finish the home and away season in eighth place, earning a home Wildcard final. The Footscray-based club will play ninth-placed Magpies in the AFL’s first edition of the Wildcard Finals, which the club confirmed will be at the 100,024-seater stadium. This is despite Marvel Stadium being the Bulldogs’ home ground and means the Magpies are playing at their home ground for an ‘away’ final. As a result, the 149-game player for Adelaide and Geelong criticised the AFL for not protecting that home ground advantage for the higher seed. “It’s always been something that’s irritated me,” Jenkins prefaced on SEN’s Crunch Time. “I cannot stand the fact that teams are forced to play a home final at someone else’s home ground. “I think it’s one of the most inequitable situations that happens in the game. “It’s something that often gets linked to Geelong, but

we’ve talked about St Kilda, we’ve talked about the Western Bulldogs, we’ve talked about North Melbourne as well. “I think it’s a downright disgrace.” Jenkins doubled down on his view, noting that in all likelihood, there will be more Collingwood fans for the game in comparison to Western Bulldogs fans. “What is the point of earning a home final if you turn up in the finals as the highest seed and play at the other mob’s home ground in front of the other mob’s fans?” he continued. “Let’s say 75,000 people turn up at the MCG next week. There’ll be more black and white than there will be red, blue, and white.” Since moving into the then Colonial Stadium in 2000, the Bulldogs have not played a finals match at the ground, having instead held those games at the MCG or at UTAS Stadium in 2021 due to Covid-19. Only six finals have been played at the roofed venue. All were elimination finals, with the last being 2011 between St Kilda and Sydney. This clash marks the third time the two sides have faced in finals since 2000, with both sides claiming one win and one loss in their previous encounters.Western Bulldogs (8th) play Collingwood (9th) at 7.40pm tonight, Friday 28 August at the MCG.

Marcus Bontempelli leads the Bulldogs onto the MCG last weekend. Photo: Rob Prezioso/AAP Image.

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