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Sit-down settles Italian social club AFTER years of waiting and months of hard campaigning Greater Shepparton City Council has endorsed a recommendation outlining further options for the future of the Shepparton Italian Social Club (SISC) building after the club flatly rejected Council’s April resolution. At an Additional Council Meeting held on Tuesday, August 25, Council approved in principle a contribution of $1.2M towards the reinstatement of the former SISC building, subject to planning and regulatory approvals, flood risk considerations, a funding contribution from the club, and the execution of relevant agreements. Continued Page 8
More than 20 years in the making, GV Link Enterprise Park is open
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GSSC claim hat trick at Victorian Merino Wether Challenge By Aaron Cordy WETHERING all challengers for the third year in a row, Greater Shepparton Secondary College (GSSC) has won the 2026 Victorian Merino Wether Challenge. GSSC Year 10 Agriculture students have been caring for and preparing the sheep as part of their curriculum, developing practical skills in animal handling, nutrition, animal welfare and farm management while gaining valuable insight into careers in agriculture. The two-time reigning champions of the Victorian Merino Wether Challenge defended their title in Clunes on Tuesday, August 25, beating 15 schools from across Victoria. Green thumb Sophie Deith has a greater interest in horticulture than in agriculture, but still enjoyed the program and learning more about the sheep.
“The different types of wool, and how you class them and all that kind of stuff, is fun to learn about,” said Sophie. “We won the last two years, so our tactics have proven to be good, and we've used similar tactics this year. We’ve got to a good team. “We did Cows Create Careers, which is the cow bit of the subject, and my group got into the statewide competition, and then won. Now we're moving on to the national competition.” GSSC Agriculture program opens many opportunities for students interested in pursuing careers in that sector, which Tarlia Rudge is taking full advantage of. “I would love to be an AI (artificial insemination) and embryo technician in cattle when I'm older. I originally thought I'd be a vet but then looked into that career and didn't
SCHOOL WINNERS... Greater Shepparton Secondary College Year 10 Agriculture students have won the 2026 Victorian Merino Wether Challenge for the third consecutive year. Back left, Maddison Ellis, Brianna Benjamin, Alexa Sharp, Ineke Walsh, Lucas Daldy and Tarlia Rudge. Front left, Eva Wright, Sophie Deith, Annabelle Haughie, Lennix Ponting and Tyler Zammit. Photo: Aaron Cordy
really want to go to Uni for six years, and wanted to get straight into the ag industry,” said Tarlia. “I live on a farm myself, so love animals, love dealing with animals, and everything like
that. I did work experience at Nu-Genes in Numurkah, which is an AI company. Loved that. Got offered a job there, so hopefully after Year 12, go there and pursue a career in ag.”
Council outlines key projects ahead of Victorian election WITH less than 90 days until the State Election, Greater Shepparton City Council have outlined their priority areas for investment. The 2026 Victorian State Election Priorities document includes key projects Council is advocating for, including: • The Shepparton Sports and Events Centre, asking for a $37M investment comprised of $12M from the State Government, $15M from the Federal Government, with Council contributing the remaining $10M. • Greater Shepparton Road Network Resilience Package, including funding for a second Goulburn River bridge, road enhancements and intersection upgrades, and increased funding for local road maintenance and investment, totalling $83M. • Regional Health Infrastructure investment of $125.7M
to deliver an Integrated Cancer Centre and Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory at GV Health. • A Fit-for-purpose Bus Transport Network Review, requesting that the State Government commit to and fund a comprehensive review, redesign and implementation of Greater Shepparton’s bus network. • A new priority project is to develop the Northern Victoria Institute of TAFE (NVITAFE) Regional Trades Training Centre at the former McGuire College. The $15M investment ask would establish an integrated trades training hub with dedicated automotive and electrotechnology training facilities. Council is also supporting Regional Cities Victoria’s (RCV) call for a dedicated $1B Regional Growth Fund. In Greater Shepparton, Council would seek to funding the following
projects via the future fund: GV Link Enterprise Park Stage 2, Kialla West Growth Area enabling infrastructure, and Banmira Specialist School Stage 2, unlocking housing, jobs, investment and economic growth. Deputy Mayor Councillor Geoff Akers said Council is seeking investment to manage growth that is already happening. “Our region has an important role to play in Victoria’s future. We have the capacity to deliver more housing, attract new residents, create jobs and support key industries, but we need the infrastructure and services to match,” he said. To view the document and learn more about these projects, go online to https://greatershepparton.com.au/advocacy/ state2026
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QUEEN OF THE DESERT... Madi Healey has won the Victorian Enduro Championship, finishing the season undefeated across all 9 rounds. Photo: Supplied
Pictured is Jordan Kendall, WIN Network media partner at the recent Networking After 5 event, hosted at WIN. Photo: Emma Harrop
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A well attended Networking After 5 event, hosted by WIN Network as part of Greater Shepparton Business Network’s regular business connection events, was held August 19. Photos from the event will be featured in next week’s Adviser.
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Madi Healey has won the Victorian Enduro Championship, finishing the season undefeated across all 9 rounds. Madi, who holds the title Queen of the Desert after winning at Finke for the third-year running, along with the Hattah Desert Race Women’s Championship. This latest title adds to a remarkable year for the young rider from Kialla.
Northern Victorian MP Wendy Lovell has slammed the State Government’s VAGO’s Delivering the Suburban Rail Loop report. “Labor has put a secret tax on all regional rail users in order to fund a city loop for Melbourne Residents,” said Ms Lovell. “This tax means regional Victorians will be paying higher prices for almost 40 years to fund a rail tunnel most of them will never use. “Labor once again proves its disdain for regional Victorians by hitting them with a sneaky tax to pay for city projects while regional roads are left to rot.”
MOOROOPNA BALLROOM DANCE
The Mooroopna Ball Room Dance Group is holding dances every second Sunday of the month at the Mooroopna Hall, on McLennan Street, Mooroopna. Their next dance will be on Sunday, September 13, from 1pm to 5pm, with music from Keith Stockdale. The group encourages everyone to come along no matter their dancing prowess. Everyone is also encouraged to bring a plate of afternoon tea to share. Entry is $10 per person, with $1 raffle tickets. All money raised will go to charity. For more information, contact Ian on 0402 522 602.
EGAN GETS AFLW DEBUT
Former Shepparton local Holly Egan made her AFLW debut for Walyalup (Fremantle) on Sunday, August 30, in their round 3 class against Carlton. After an ACL kept her on the sidelines for her first season at the club, she made an instant impression at the top level with 11 disposals and four marks, as her side went down by six points.
LOCAL STAR... Holly Egan made her AFLW debut for Walyalup (Fremantle). Gathering 5 kicks, 6 handballs and 4 marks. Photo: Supplied
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Flipping through the pages of Book Week BOOK week was held across the region last week, with many local schools participating in fun-filled events of dressing up and celebrating books.
More than a place By Veronica Jamison,
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Getting involved: good for all These days it can be hard to find time for all the things we NEED to do, let alone the extra things we might WANT to do. But one of the things I think can be really worthwhile is to stay active in the community in some way. If you’re retired, that might involve volunteering. There are so many worthy activities out there, and at Shepparton Villages we rely a lot on the time and goodwill of our precious volunteers who get involved in all sorts of activities.
WILLY WONKA... Jhonnie, Archie and Carmelo teamed up to dress as Willy Wonka and his OompaLoompas. Photo: Emma Harrop
BOOK WEEK... Giving everyone goosebumps as a scary scarecrow, Alexandra. Photo: Emma Harrop
WONDERFUL BOOKS... Russell from Up (Muhammad Zayd Sheriff) might float away with Stick Man (Yusef Alghazali). Photo: Aaron Cordy
But there can be other ways to contribute to the community too – even for people who are still busy in the workforce. The trick can be to find something that’s worthwhile for the community but also worth doing for the organisation that employs you as well. A win-win, you might say. What do I mean by this? Well, a good example is involvement in a service organisation like Rotary, Lions or others. I’m a member of my local Rotary branch, and I find it not only gives me an opportunity to get involved in interesting community projects of one kind or another – it’s also helpful in my role as CEO of Shepparton Villages to mix and mingle and hear what others are doing. One of my senior colleagues who’s also a Rotary member gave a great presentation to a branch meeting the other week. It was good for fellow Rotary members to know more about her good work – and just as good for us to spread the word about it. In a similar vein, I had a wonderful opportunity recently to be involved in a strategic planning day for an important local health provider: it was an opportunity to share hard-won thinking and experiences in a way that was helpful to others – but good for me too.
CREEPY STORIES... Coraline (Sarah Rashid) and Death (Fatima Alsalim) showed up to Book Week; fortunately, Death was only there to read books. Photo: Aaron Cordy
COLOURFUL BOOKS... Belle wasn’t upset by her bad case of stripes. Photo: Emma Harrop
MONSTERS AND BEARS... Aydin Gungor made a scary Mega Monster, with Haydar Alasadi as an adorable Paddington Bear. Photo: Aaron Cordy
Even for busy people, it’s worth thinking about: What opportunities might there be to do more in the community and at the same time further strengthen your professional profile, knowledge, reputation and contacts? Everyone can win!
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More than 20 years in the making, GV Link Enterprise Park is open CELEBRATION... Stage 1 of GV Link Enterprise Park has officially opened, marking a major milestone for Greater Shepparton after more than 20 years of planning. The 55-hectare development is set to unlock new opportunities for large-scale industrial businesses, investment and jobs across the region. Pictured are representatives from businesses and Greater Shepparton City Council. Photo: Supplied
AMONG the first businesses to establish at GV Link is K&S Pallets, which will consolidate its two existing facilities into a new purpose-built site. Managing director Victor Kyriakou said committing to the project when the site was still a paddock had been a leap of faith. Perhaps summing it up best when he said at the opening, “Who would have thought this was actually going to happen?” K&S Pallets currently employs about 50 people and handles around 800,000 pallets moving in and out of its facilities each year. The new facility is expected to create about 10 additional jobs and allow the business to operate around the clock, while providing space to take
on larger projects and improve efficiency. “We’ll have a lot more room to expand and be more efficient internally, as well as take on larger projects, which we’ve actually restricted at the moment,” Mr Kyriakou said. Another major investment at GV Link will come from food manufacturer Flavour Makers, which is set to establish a warehouse across two sites. CEO Nick White said the development would position the company for future growth. “With an eye to the future, for the next 50 years, we’ve chosen to build our next-generation food campus right here at GV Link. The Goulburn Valley is the food bowl of Australia ... so effectively, we want to put our next factory in
the middle of the orchard,” he said. The scale of GV Link is central to its purpose, with the four Stage 1 lots ranging from nine to 14 hectares. BM D Urba n projec t ma nager Greg Stevens said the size of the lots was difficult to conceptualise until the development began taking shape. “Most people are accustomed to seeing a 5,000-square-metre or 10,000-square-metre commercial or industrial lot. We’re talking 14 hectares, 12 hectares, nine hectares,” he said. “ I t ’s r e a l l y u n l o c k i n g s o m e n e w opportunities.” Construction began in April 2025, with works including major earthworks, internal roads,
drainage, landscaping and utility connections. BMD delivered extensive underground infrastructure to connect the site with Mooroopna, including about 4.5 kilometres of sewer, two kilometres of water, two kilometres of gas, NBN and power infrastructure. Mr Stevens said the wetland, which is equivalent in volume to Shepparton Lake, was among the final components to be completed. Council has endorsed a pathway forward for Stage 2, with detailed design work to progress as part of the next phase of the development. The project was funded by $9.6M from the Australian Government and $14.4M from Greater Shepparton City Council, with support from the Victorian Government.
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Cars and Coffee Nathalia set for biggest event of the year CARS & COFFEE... Cars and Coffee Nathalia are preparing for its annual Father’s Day edition on Sunday, September 6. Photo: Supplied
OLD SCHOOL CARS... The Ford Zephyr & Zodiac Club of Victoria Inc., is hosting Cara & Coffee Nathalia, which has become a fixture on the local calendar, attracting owners of classic cars, modern vehicles, motorcycles, trucks and everything in between. Photo: Supplied
CARS and Coffee Nathalia is preparing for its biggest event of the year, with motoring enthusiasts from across the region expected to gather for the annual Father's Day edition on Sunday, September 6. Hosted by the Ford Zephyr & Zodiac C lub of V ic tor ia I nc ., t he popu la r community event has become a fixture on the local calendar, attracting owners of classic cars, modern vehicles, motorcycles, trucks and everything in between.
Organisers are encouraging families to make a morning of it by bringing their fathers, grandfathers and children along to enjoy the relaxed country atmosphere that has helped make the event so successful over the past three years. The Ford Zephyr & Zodiac Club of Victoria will once again be well represented, alongside many regular attendees from throughout northern Victoria and southern New South Wales. Vehicle clubs and
HOT RODS... Cars & Coffee Nathalia is a chance for people to gather with their cars, bikes, tractors and trucks to chat and enjoy the town of Nathalia. Each month, they get anywhere from 60 to 180 classic vehicles into the town. Photo: Supplied
individual enthusiasts are all invited to attend. Visitors can enjoy the famous egg and bacon rolls prepared by the Nathalia Lions Club, while Milking It will be serving freshly brewed coffee and Brereton's Bakery will have a range of food and treats available throughout the morning. The event doesn't finish with coffee and conversation. At 11:30am, participants will have the opportunity to join a cruise to the
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Celebrating 20 years of service to regional Victoria FORMER partners, long-time colleagues and current staff gathered at Fowles Wines on Sunday, August 23 as Chris Smith & Associates (CSA) celebrated 20 years of business. The milestone event brought together those who have helped shape the company’s journey, providing an opportunity to reflect on its history and recognise the people behind its success. Over the past two decades, CSA has grown into one of regional Victoria’s leading multidisciplinary consulting firms, delivering planning, urban design, surveying, engineering and project management services across the state. Managing Director and civil engineer Scott
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MILESTONE CELEBRATION... Chris Smith & Associates (CSA) marked 20 years in business with a celebration at Fowles Wines on August 23, bringing together former partners, long-serving colleagues and current staff. Pictured from left are Mark McDonald, Mark Bilney, Trudie Smith, Lisa Stevens, Graeme Follett, Chris Mepham (back), David O’Halloran, Colin Rogers, Gary Steigenberger, Scott Golightly (back), Janelle Smith, Chris Smith (back) and Ryan Heil. Photo: Supplied
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ITALIAN JOB... Greater Shepparton City Council has endorsed an inprinciple contribution of $1.2M towards the reinstatement of the former Shepparton Italian Social Club building. From left, SISC President Vince Sagoleo and Vice President Vince Tassoni. Photo: Aaron Cordy
“I REALLY, really want to thank all of you who have supported our club through this journey, whether that's your messages of support on Fac eb o ok , on I n s t ag ra m , through emails, text messages, phone calls, for those of you who have rang the council and shown your support that way, I truly believe that we wouldn't be in this position that we are
today if it hadn't have been for all the support from the general public. So a huge thank you to you all,” said SISC Vice President Vince Tassoni in an online statement. The resolution also includes a lter nat ive opt ions i f t he club decide not to pursue rei nst atement , i nclud i ng a p ot e nt i a l $1M g ra nt cont r ibut ion towa rd s t he
purchase of an alternative facility, or an ex-gratia payment of $50 0,0 0 0 u nder specif ied conditions. C ou nci l w i l l now work with the Shepparton Italian Social Club to implement the resolution and finalise the agreements required to advance the club's preferred option.
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Sali seeks Nationals pre-selection I share their commitment to backing regional communities, agriculture and local businesses, tackling crime, fixing our roads, protecting water security and fighting for the fair investment regional Victoria deserves Mayor Shane Sali CITY of Greater Shepparton Mayor Shane Sali has officially nominated for pre-selection as the National Party candidate for the Shepparton District ahead of the 2026 Victorian State Election. Mr Sali was advised last Wednesday evening that his nomination had been accepted by the Nationals, with preselection process set to conclude this Saturday, September 5. In a statement, Mr Sali said the Shepparton District deserved “a strong voice in Parliament” who understood local issues and would advocate for practical outcomes. He said his experience as Mayor had reinforced his belief that regional communities needed strong regional representation. “This work aligns with the values of The Nationals, and I share their commitment to backing regional communities, agriculture and local businesses, tackling crime, fixing our roads, protecting water security and fighting for the fair investment regional Victoria deserves,” he said. Mr Sali, who has been Mayor of Greater Shepparton since 2022, said serving in the mayoral role had been one of the greatest privileges of his life and had allowed him to work alongside the community through both positive periods and challenging times. “It is the people of our region that I am most proud of and
MAYOR TAKES AIM FOR STATE POLITICS... Mayor Shane Sali has nominated for pre-selection to be the National Party candidate for Shepparton District. Photo: Supplied
want to continue to represent at a state level,” he said. Mr Sali will continue in his role as Mayor and fulfil his responsibilities until the pre-selection process concludes on Saturday, September 5. He said he would have more to say once the outcome was announced. Mr Sali is the second candidate vying for the National Party’s endorsement for the Shepparton District, with prosecutor and farmer Alexander Lew announcing his ambitions to represent the seat last month. If successful, Mr Lew has said he would be a representative that is tough on crime, has zero tolerance for corruption, stand up for Australian values, and cut taxes and red tape. “I welcome Shane’s decision to join the Nationals and
PRE-SELECTION CANDIDATE... Prosecutor and farmer Alexander Lew announced his nomination to be the National’s Shepparton District candidate last month. Photo: Supplied
contest the preselection. Being a National requires an enduring commitment to our party and its values – one that extends beyond a single election,” said Mr Lew. “Members now have a clear choice. I bring frontline experience prosecuting serious crime in Shepparton, a tough approach to law and order, and years of service to the Nationals and the Coalition. Members can judge Shane on his record as mayor and his recent decision to align himself with our cause.” “A rank-and-file ballot is essential. I will respect the result, support whoever wins and pledge not to run as an independent or for any other party if unsuccessful. I call on Shane to publicly make the same commitment.”
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BMD’s stage delivery of stage one of GV Link Enterprise Park for Greater Shepparton City Council was officially opened last week.
OFFICIAL OPENING... From left Paul Cafaro BMD Senior Area Manager, Greg Stevens BMD Operations Manager - Regional, Jeremiah Johnson BMD Project Manager, Luke Ingham BMD Victorian Construction Manager and Kyle Carlson BMD Senior Project Manager. Photo: Aaron Cordy
COMMUNITY PARTNERS... From left, Zack Betson Civilmart Sales Representative, Lee Tweedie Civilmart Shepparton Branch Manager and Keyur Patel Shepparton Asphalt Manager from Downer. Photo: Aaron Cordy
WORKING WITH COUNCIL... From left, Fiona Le Gassik Greater Shepparton City Council CEO, Adam Rando SPIIRE, Mayor Cr Shane Sali, Greg Stevens BMD Operations Manager – Regional. Photo: Aaron Cordy
POWERING FUTURES... A room full of industry partners and guests helped officially open BMD Group’s Shepparton Office. Photo: Aaron Cordy
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From cleaning windows to Blizzards’ jewellery designer WHEN Lyn and Craig Blizzard opened Blizzards Fine Jewellers 32 years ago, their daughter Kara was just four years old. Both had been working at local chain jeweller F.C. Johns when they decided to take the leap and establish their own business, despite having three young children at home. Kara remembers the hard work her parents put into building Blizzards, with her mother Lyn becoming a familiar face in the store while managing customer service, stock, bookkeeping and everything in between. Kara and her two brothers also spent plenty of time at the shop growing up, supported by their grandparents who helped care for the children while Lyn and Craig established the business. Despite growing up surrounded by jewellery, there was never an expectation that Kara would join the family business. “Mum and Dad were always really supportive of whatever we wanted to do,” she said. “We were never made to feel like we had to be part of the jewellery business, and to be honest, I had no idea that I would eventually end up working here.” Instead, Kara followed her creative interests, working as a makeup artist for four years after developing a love of art at school. She also enjoyed computers, although she never imagined the two interests would eventually combine in a career designing jewellery.
After living and exploring NSW, Kara returned home around the same time a long-term Blizzards staff member was preparing to retire. “I remember saying to my brothers, ‘Hmm, one of us probably needs to know a little bit about the business, just in case,’” she said. “So I stepped in — and then I ended up loving it.” Kara gradually developed her own role within the business, learning from her parents and experienced staff while bringing her creativity and digital skills to jewellery design. Her father Craig became one of her biggest teachers, passing on his extensive knowledge of diamonds and jewellery design. “Dad can hand draw jewellery designs and he is incredible at it,” she said. “I learnt so much from him, and over time I was able to bring my own way of designing into the business.” While Craig could bring a design to life with pencil and paper, Kara embraced computer-aided design, technology and social media, helping bring a modern perspective to the long-established family business. Kara said her parents trusted her ideas and were willing to embrace change, while the values they established more than three decades ago remain at the heart of Blizzards. “Kindness, honesty, genuine care for clients and quality jewellery” are values she continues to carry forward.
A TRUE FAMILY BUSINESS... Lyn Blizzard with daughter Kara, aged four, in Blizzards Fine Jewellers, where Kara would eventually return to help carry the family business into its next generation. Photo: Supplied
Working alongside her parents has also given Kara a greater appreciation for what they achieved. “I feel so honoured that Mum and Dad managed to open a jewellery store while raising three children, but still made us feel like they were there for us and supported us growing up,” she said. Now a mother of three herself, Kara hopes to continue the family business while balancing tradition with the need to move with the times. “I think you have to keep moving with the times, but that honest and caring customer service is what really counts,” she said. Our staff have been a huge part of the
CREATIVITY WITH A FAMILY LEGACY... Kara Blizzard has brought her background in art, makeup and digital design into the family business, combining modern technology with the traditional jewellery skills she learnt from her parents. Photo: Deanne Jeffers
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Across PSC GGIB, women contribute to a variety of specialised roles, working collaboratively to solve complex challenges and deliver exceptional outcomes for clients. "One of the greatest opportunities we have is helping people grow. Upskilling, developing confidence and creating pathways for career progression allows individuals to discover strengths they may never have realised they had,” said Kerrie. The team's shared commitment to learning, adaptability and client service ensures they remain ready to meet the changing needs of businesses and communities across the region. A culture of support and collaboration is another hallmark of the workplace. "We have a strong team environment with plenty of camaraderie, support and genuine care for one another. Everyone is working toward the same goal of achieving the best
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by the people who have supported and guided her throughout her career, including her father, a professor and plastic surgeon, who she describes as her “first and greatest teacher”. “I am deeply grateful for the men who have shaped my life and journey,” she said, also acknowledging the professors and mentors who guided her career and her husband, who has been her partner in life, business mentor and one of her greatest supporters. Dr Wod also expressed gratitude to her team. “My journey has been shaped by remarkable women, but also by remarkable men, and I believe there is enormous strength in acknowledging both.” While aesthetic treatments remain part of her practice, Dr Wod believes they should complement, rather than replace, broader wellbeing. For Dr Wod, the ultimate measure of successful care is how a patient feels when they leave the clinic. “I want them to feel heard, valued and more confident… because they have taken the time to care for themselves and their wellbeing.”
WELLNESS BEYOND THE MIRROR... Dr Wod Al Khateeb brings more than two decades of medical experience to Dr Wod Cosmetic Clinic, taking a personalised and holistic approach that considers each patient’s health, lifestyle, wellbeing and individual goals alongside their aesthetic concerns. Photo: Supplied
Wellness is more than feeling good — it’s taking a proactive approach to a healthier, happier you. Dr. Wod Al Khateeb combines clinical experience with a scientific approach to non-surgical treatment options. Dr. Wod’s approach is grounded in the principle that science, technology and clinical practice in the cosmetic field should be accessible and delivered with care. Her experience has developed over the past 20 years working in the field of plastic and cosmetic surgery, as well as minimally invasive non-surgical cosmetic procedures.
Our team uses established techniques across a range of treatments and will discuss all relevant options with each patient individually, based on their circumstances. Treatments discussed may include those relating to the appearance of wrinkles and volume loss, such as: • PRP • Rejuran • Bio-remodelling • PDO threads, CO2 fractional and Diod laser therapy, LED therapy, Microneedling and Exosome Therapy alongside other treatment options. This information is general in nature and does not replace a personalised medical assessment. Individual needs, circumstances and responses can vary, and not all treatments are suitable for everyone.
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Making a difference beyond the classroom FOR Irene Price and Kylie Richards, working at Shepparton ACE Secondary College is about much more than administration; it is about helping create a safe, supportive environment where young people can thrive. With 16 years at ACE, Business Manager Irene Price has watched the school evolve from an Adult Education Community into a Year 7-12 secondary college, while maintaining its small-school approach. After beginning her career in administration, bookkeeping, compliance and HR, Irene established ACE’s compliance administration role before stepping into the Business Manager position five years ago. “I was nervous at first because the role involved so many new areas for me, but I took on the challenge, and here I am five years later,” she said. Today, Irene oversees finance, government funding, budgeting, HR and general administration, supporting the college to operate smoothly behind the scenes.
Admissions and Compliance Officer Kylie Richards has been part of the ACE team for five-and-a-half years, initially joining as a receptionist before moving into compliance. For Kylie, one of the most rewarding aspects of her role is watching students grow. This year, she will see some of the Year 12 students she welcomed as Year 7s graduate. “I love what the school stands for: kindness, safety and responsibility,” she said. Both women value the relationships they have built with students, families and colleagues, describing ACE as a workplace where staff genuinely support one another. Their advice to young women entering the workforce is simple: stay curious, keep learning, ask questions and embrace opportunities to grow. For Irene, experience is also something to value. “There’s a Chinese saying, ‘It’s the older ginger that is the spicier one’,” she said. “Experience and wisdom come with time.”
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Reflecting on a career of service to northern Victoria Message by Wendy Lovell, Member for Northern Victoria IT has been the privilege of my life to represent northern Victorians in the Victorian Parliament, and throughout my career, I have been driven by several enduring priorities: stronger regional communities, better infrastructure, improved health services, quality education, support for vulnerable people, water security, and opportunities for future generations to live and work in regional Victoria. I hope I have done the region proud. As Minister for Housing, I inherited a basket case of a portfolio, with a waiting list that had had blown out to 41,000 families. In my four years as Minister we stabilised the budget, invested in maintenance, and built new houses which allowed us to move almost 7,000 families off the waiting list and into homes. My proudest achievement in the housing portfolio is implementing the Education First Youth Foyers, one of which is located right here in Greater Shepparton. I delivered three Youth Foyers in Shepparton, Broadmeadows and Glen Waverley, and I convinced Richard Wynne, the Minister who replaced me to invest in two more in Wodonga and Wangaratta. The Foyers are co-located with TAFE and provide subsidised housing and counselling services for homeless young people. In return, they sign a mutual obligation contract to participate in education, training or work. Around 1200 young people have benefited from support
since the first Youth Foyer opened in 2013, and incredibly, 89% have left the program engaged in further education or employment. I have also heard of more than a dozen former Foyer students who have now gone on to purchase their own homes. Their success stories fill me with pride, and inspire me with hope for what the next generation will achieve. In the Early Childhood portfolio, I was proud to lead the sector through a period of significant investment in children, educators and new facilities, and during my term as Minister more than 97% of four-year-olds participated in kindergarten which was a record for our state. On a local level there have been many projects that I am proud to have played a part in delivering, including but not limited to, our Genesis Care Radiotherapy Service, Stage 1 of the GV Health redevelopment, the Echuca Regional Health redevelopment, the new Echuca-Moama Bridge, and the widening of the Peter Ross-Edwards Causeway. I also worked closely with Premier Denis Napthine to design and deliver a rescue package for SPC that saved an iconic business and hundreds of jobs in our community. And finally, during my 24 years as a Member of Parliament, my office team and I have helped resolve issues for thousands of constituents from across northern Victoria. During my career I have been driven by an unwavering commitment to ensure that in business, health care, sport, and education, our communities continue to grow, adapt and thrive into the future.
24 YEARS OF REGIONAL SERVICE... Wendy Lovell reflects on her 24 years representing northern Victoria in Parliament, highlighting the housing, health, education, infrastructure and community projects she is proud to have helped deliver across the region. Photo: Supplied
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Designing a future with confidence BUILDING design is an industry where creativity meets technical knowledge, problem-solving and practical thinking, and for the women building their careers at Bruce Mactier Building Designers, there is no shortage of opportunities to learn and grow. For residential draftsperson Jessica Evans, who joined the firm six months ago, her interest in building design began at a young age. “When I was younger, I had the opportunity to go on site with my auntie and other women who were a mix of architects and interior designers. From that point, I knew I wanted to do what they were doing,” Jessica said. “I wanted to make an impact like they did.” Today, Jessica works as a residential draftsperson, bringing concepts into readable construction drawings and measuring existing conditions to help the team better understand client needs. One of the things she enjoys most is
the opportunity to create something from scratch that will eventually become somebody’s home. “I get to create something from scratch that will become someone’s home in the future,” she said. Jessica says collaboration between clients, builders and other professionals is essential to producing quality designs. For Ami Bhadani, who joined Bruce Mactier three months ago as a residential draftsperson, building design combines her interest in creating spaces with her architectural background. Ami has a Master of Architecture and says she enjoys seeing ideas develop from a simple concept into something that can be built. “I also enjoy that not every day is the same as every project is different, and there are always different site conditions, client requirements, and practical challenges to consider,” she said.
WHERE CREATIVITY MEETS EXPERTISE... Bruce Mactier Building Designers combines technical knowledge, creative thinking and practical experience to deliver thoughtful building designs, while fostering an environment where emerging designers can learn, grow and build their careers. Pictured front left to right, Rae-ann Prater, Melissa McCoy and Chathu Bandara. Back row left to right, Nicola Enright, Ami Bhadani, Carolynne Parkingson, Jessica Evans, Mary Stevanovska and Jacqui Lamont. Photo: Melanie Spencer
Her day-to-day work involves drafting and preparing drawings for different stages of residential projects, following up with senior designers and attending sites to take measurements and understand existing conditions. Working with experienced senior designers and receiving feedback has helped Ami develop professionally, while her experience working in India and now in Australia has also helped her grow through exposure to Australian work culture. Ami believes women bring different
perspectives, ideas and approaches to the building and design industry, alongside the individual strengths and experiences each person brings. For young women considering a career in the field, her advice is to be confident in their abilities, ask questions and take on challenges. Jessica shares a similarly positive outlook. “There is nothing holding you back from being a building designer, because a young woman can do whatever they want to do,” she said.
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Experience, teamwork and a decade of success ACROSS commercial property management, sales, property portfolios, maintenance and administration, women play an integral role in the continued success of Gagliardi Scott Real Estate. Celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, the regional Victorian agency has built a diverse team united by a commitment to providing “We know exceptional service while creating a our clients and supportive and inclusive workplace. the local area, and Commercial Property Manager Bree there is a genuine Byrne joined Gagliardi Scott around two years ago, bringing experience sense of care in how we STRENGTH IN PEOPLE... Gagliardi Scott Real Estate’s success is built on genuine teamwork, local knowledge from the legal industry as well as work with people” and a decade of community connection. Pictured back row: Ange Damien, Nicole Gapes, Jessica Sabri, Chloe Earle, events and operations management. Bree Byrne and Camiers Bolton. Pictured front: Madison Gagliardi and Kelli Gagliardi. Photo: Deanne Jeffers BREE BYRNE For Bree, it is the people and genuine COMMERCIAL PROPERTY sense of teamwork that make the “Every property, landlord and facet of the business, Gagliardi Scott benefits from MANAGER agency such a rewarding place to work. tenant is different, and issues a wealth of experience, perspectives and skills. “Everyone is willing to support each can often be complex,” she said. For Bree, the agency’s strength lies in its people and other. I also enjoy the variety of the work and Bree also values the flexibility the relationships they have built within the community. the opportunity to keep growing,” she said. and support offered by the agency’s “We know our clients and the local area, and there is a Her role can involve navigating complex issues between directors, which has enabled her to balance a genuine sense of care in how we work with people,” she said. landlords and tenants, with Bree drawing on her previous full-time career with raising her three children. As Gagliardi Scott enters its next decade, its people experience to remain calm and find practical solutions. With women contributing across almost every will remain central to its continued growth.
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Lifting as we climb Message by Kim O’Keeffe, Member for Shepparton District WHEN I see so many incredible women in business in our region, I’m reminded of the strength, resilience, and determination that drives them. Whether they’re starting a new business or leading an established one, these women are making a significant impact in our communities. In my own journey of running my own business for 28 years, I saw firsthand the challenges and rewards that come with running a business, and during that time, I was fortunate to be surrounded by supportive women and a community who helped my business thrive. Being a woman in business is about more than just achieving personal success, it’s also about creating opportunities for others, sharing knowledge, and being part of a network that uplifts, inspires and empowers. I’ve always believed in the importance of mentorship and giving support wherever I can, and I’ve seen
CHAMPIONING WOMEN IN BUSINESS... Member for Shepparton District Kim O’Keeffe reflects on the strength of the region’s women in business, the importance of mentorship and support, and the role regional communities play in helping local businesses thrive. Photo: Supplied
the difference it can make. When needs to be acknowledged, supported women come together to support one and celebrated. My aspiration has another, incredible things happen, always been to champion for regional and being a part of someone else’s communities, put a spotlight on the journey to success is the incredible successful region that greatest success of all. we are, and you never know My own journey has who is watching and shown myself and what investment that “Keep others, that hard may attract. This is believing in work, passion something that I yourself and your and the right will continue to vision. Don’t be afraid to support can do regardless take your of my position. take risks, to innovate and to business to So, to all lead. And remember, you’re new heights, the women not alone on this journey.” and for me in business, I KIM O’KEEFFE that was want to say this: MEMBER FOR on a national Keep believing SHEPPARTON scale and in yourself and DISTRICT something I was your vision. Don’t proud to achieve. be afraid to take risks, It has always been to innovate and to lead. And incredibly important to me to share remember, you’re not alone on this the success of our local businesses, journey. There’s a whole community and the opportunities that exist in ready to support you, cheer you on, regional Victoria, something that and celebrate your successes.
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Recognising our collective strength
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AT Rumbalara, we know that no single person, team or service works in isolation. The needs of our Community are diverse and often interconnected, making collaboration across our organisation essential. We share knowledge, support one another and work together to ensure individuals and families can access the care, advocacy and services they need.
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Services, bringing different skills, experiences and perspectives to their roles. Women are an important part of this work, contributing at every level of the organisation and across a broad range of roles. Whether working directly alongside Community, supporting families, caring for our Elders, delivering health services, or ensuring the systems behind our services operate effectively, each role contributes to our broader purpose. Strong teams are built when people feel valued, have opportunities to develop and are encouraged to contribute their knowledge and ideas. Rumbalara is committed to creating opportunities for career progression, professional
development and learning, while recognising the experience and cultural knowledge our people bring to their roles. When we invest in our people, we strengthen our teams. When our teams are strong, connected and collaborative, we are better equipped to respond to the needs of Community. Our strength is found in the diversity of our workforce, in the way our people support one another and in the shared commitment that connects our teams. Ultimately, this work is about something bigger than any one of us. It is about working together, caring for Community and continuing to build a strong organisation that creates better outcomes for the people and families we are here to serve.
Guiding people towards their purpose FOR Tracey Toy, starting Guiding with Purpose was about creating opportunities for people living with disability or facing barriers to believe in themselves, to build confidence and to pursue goals that matter to them. The business supports participants to discover their purpose, develop practical skills, build independence and navigate challenges, with a focus on opening doors to employment, volunteering, social connection and community participation. “The most rewarding part of our work is witnessing others succeed in areas
they once believed were out of reach,” Tracey said. “My focus is on building their capacity to believe in themselves and strengthening their confidence so they can pursue their goals, whatever they may be. I also recognise that progress is not always straightforward; when obstacles or “brick walls” appear, there is always a way to work through or around them with the right support and mindset.” One particularly meaningful journey saw a participant build their confidence, secure their first job, progress into an apprenticeship and
successfully become qualified. They have since progressed further and are now working as a team leader. Tracey believes that success is not defined by a particular destination, but by seeing participants achieve their purpose or steadily work toward the goals they have chosen for themselves. “My professional journey has led me to focus on supporting people who are unsure of where to begin. If I don’t have the answer, I always strive to find the how, what, when, and why so we can move forward and reach our goals together,” she said.
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Building careers and creating opportunities at FWSR Group THE fire protection industry might traditionally be associated with technicians and trades, but behind the scenes at FWSR Group is a diverse team of women working across almost every area of the business. From training and estimating to project coordination, scheduling, accounts, marketing, business development and administration, women play an important role in supporting FWSR Group’s operations. For many, their current role looks quite different to where they started. Training Manager Anna Morris initially joined FWSR Group in a Finance and HR role before moving into the company’s nationally recognised training division and ultimately taking on its leadership. "Working here has allowed me to expand my skills and venture into a new career pathway that I never thought I would
venture into. I get to pass on my current skills and knowledge gained “Working from many years in here has allowed finance and admin me to expand my industries to the next CAREERS THAT KEEP EVOLVING... FWSR Group’s Anna Morris (left) and Tamara generation, whilst skills and venture into Ismail (right) have both expanded their careers by stepping into new areas of the business, also expanding my a new career pathway gaining skills, taking on new challenges and embracing opportunities to grow. Photos: Supplied own skillset with that I never thought I new opportunities from scheduling for Essential Safety Measures contracts, would venture into” to learn,” Anna said. into project with many others also developing new Tamara Ismail administration and skills, moving into different areas and ANNA MORRIS TRAINING MANAGER began in scheduling coordination has taking on new responsibilities. and has since expanded challenged me to learn, As FWSR Group has grown, so too have her role into project adapt, and see the business the opportunities available to its people administration and coordination, from a whole new perspective.” - whether that’s stepping into leadership, developing new skills and gaining Their experiences are reflected developing expertise in a new field or exposure to another side of the business. across the business. Since joining FWSR discovering an entirely new career pathway. “Growth begins when you step beyond Group five years ago, Dannielle Murdoch what you know,” said Tamara. “My journey has progressed to now lead estimating
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From garage office to Wyndham Street MORE than 15 years ago, Rachel Nugent started Shepparton Conveyancing Services from a garage she had converted into an office. Today, the business operates from its established Wyndham Street premises, providing personalised, faceto-face conveyancing services. Having worked in the industry for most of her career, Rachel has seen conveyancing evolve from a traditionally male-dominated field to one that is increasingly female-orientated. Opening the Wyndham Street office remains one of her proudest milestones, reflecting the growth of a business built on personal service. “We try to keep the files personalised,” Rachel said, with the team focused on making the often stressful process of buying or selling property as straightforward as possible.
The business keeps up with industry changes through the Conveyancing Institute, while normal office hours help the team maintain a healthy balance between work and family. Shepparton Conveyancing Services also supports the local community through sponsorships of Congupna Football Club, St Mel’s Netball and Soccer Club and Cosgrove Golf Club. Rachel admits business ownership can be challenging and stressful, but says the rewards make it worthwhile. “It is certainly not easy, but at the end of most days it is rewarding.” You can find Shepparton Conveyancing Services at 382-384 Wyndham Street, Shepparton or call them on (03) 5891 2301.
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Four teams remain in the race for the Goulburn Valley League senior football premiership after Shepparton Swans and Seymour’s season were ended in the first week of finals on the weekend. The Swans lost to Kyabram by 12 points after controlling the first quarter of the game, while Mooroopna’s “Cinderella story” season continues after Seymour missed a couple of late opportunities in the other elimination final. Shepparton Bears have a second chance after losing to Echuca by 30 points under lights at Rochester – beating the Bears for the second time this season – the top team’s only two losses of the season. Echuca will now face Kyabram, on the Bombers home ground, in the Father’s Day Second Semi Final (Sunday, September 6) – the winner rewarded with safe passage through to the grand final on September 19. On Saturday the Cats will confront Shepparton Bears in the elimination First Semi-Final at Seymour.
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In round 3 this year the Bear were 17 point winners after they kicked an inaccurate 8.16 on the back of 12 first quarter scoring shots and a 29 point quarter time lead. Ash Holland was best on the ground and Trent Herbert was the only multiople goalkicker in that game. In Round 14 it was much closer, the Bears winning by just two points after Mooroopna led at quarter time and outscored the Bears in the second half. Liam and Keelin Betson were the Cats best two players, while defender Coby James was another of the stand out individuals. Zac Metcalf, Liam Duguid and Bryce Stephenson – three parts of a miserly Bears defence – were among the top team’s best players. In those two games Luke Smith, the second highest goalkicker of the season, kicked just two goals. He and Lewis McShane were below their best in both those games, which will again be a focus of the Cats. On the weekend a minor hamstring niggle to the competition’s top ball-winner Kai Madgwick saw him spend the last quarter of the tight elimination final on the bench. His fitness will be important to the final result. The Bears relied on its defence again in the loss to Echuca, with goalkicking power a concern. They do have the option of bringing some young talent into the team as the Murray Bushrangers season is now over and a player like Angus Williams (five goals in his senior debut this season) could be an option in attack for the second week of the finals.
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Tom and Jack Evans combined for 75 disposals, 14 inside 50s and 14 rebound 50s on the weekend. The Murray Bombers were in control from the outset, with livewire forward Liam Gronow kicking four goals and the sting taken out of the game by a 34 point half time advantage to Echuca. Kyabram ruckman Zac Norris will face Bears star Ash Holland in one of the match-ups of the season. Norris had an competition high 178 ranking points in the win against Shepparton Swans, including a quarter where he scored 82 ranking points. With Kaine Herbert kicking two goals, Jack Russell collecting 37 disposals and Aidan
Robinson looking dangerous alongside Rhys Clark in attack the Murray Bombers defence will be under pressure. Curtis Townrow has led the Murray Bombers defence expertly, with support from speedy half back Aiden Mills. For mine this is how things will go. Echuca will win by 23 points and the Byrne brothers (Hugh and Angus) will combine for six goals. In the other game the Bears will win through to a preliminary final, signalling an end to John Lamont’s time as coach of the Cats.
NETBALL In the A grade netball, Shepparton Bears and Mansfield were the two teams to bow out of the premiership race – leaving Echuca, Euroa, Mooroopna and Seymour standing as we head into week two of the finals. Mooroopna evokes its second chance after losing by three goals to Euroa, on the Magpies home court on Sunday, in the Qualifying final. The Cats face Seymour on the Lions home court, the second time Mooroopna has faced a finals opponent on their home court in successive weeks, on Saturday in a do-or-die final. In the other game, which has a grand final place as the reward, Echuca veterans Steph Vick and Lauren Jones will both play in their 299th A grade game against Euroa. In the only meeting between the Magpies and Murray Bombers, in Round 9 this year,m Echuca won the match 57-51. Bec Colwell’s match up against Lauren Jones is a key, while the contest between Sophie Owen and Eliza Hoare – pitted against Greta Pearson and Steph Vick – will be a deciding factor. I expect Mooroopna to have the defensive capability to hold Seymour goaling pair Ally Black and Ruby Martin. When these teams met in Round 8 it was a 46-33 win for the Cats. That game is at 2.15pm at Kyabram on Sunday. Here are the other games
FOOTBALL
Saturday at Seymour Reserves: Kyabram v Seymour at 11.45am. Under 18: Shepp Bears v United at 9.30am Sunday at Kyabram: Echuca v Shepp Bears at 11.45am. Under 18: Echuca v Benalla at 9.30am.
NETBALL Saturday at Seymour B grade: Echuca v Seymour at 1pm. B Reserve: Shepp United v Seymour (Second Semi Final) at 11.45am. 17&Under: Shepp Bears v Mooroopna at 10.30am. 15&Under: Shepp United v Euroa at 9.15am. Sunday at Kyabram B grade: Euroa v Echuca. B Reserve Euroa v Rochester (First Semi Final) at 11.45am. 17&Under: Echuca v Shepp Swans at 10.30am. 15&Under: Echuca v Mooroopna at 9.15am. In other league news, the league’s under age competitions, both the Under 18 football and two netball competitions, will have their own end of season event. The Unders GVL Awards event will be held on Saturday, October 3 – as an afternoon event with the time to be confirmed – at Kialla’s Museum of Vehicle Evolution. It will involve the presentation of the best and fairest awards, the 2026 Rising Star awards and feature a keynote speaker. Watch the GVL App, The Adviser and the GVL socials for more details on the event.
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Fremantle v Hawthorn. 11.00 AFL Post-Game Show 11.30 Kick Ons 12.00 Hear The Mighty Roar: Brisbane Lions: If It Bleeds 1.15 Mr Robot 2.30 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 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo 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 RBT 8.30 Emergency 9.30 A+E After Dark 10.30 Chicago Med 11.20 9News Late 11.50 Tipping Point 12.40 Pointless 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 8.30 France 24 English News 9.00 DD India News Hour 10.15 Vintage Voltage 11.05 Inside Oxford Street 12.00 BBC News At Ten 12.30 France 24 1.00 PBS News 2.00 Shaun Micallef’s Origin Odyssey 3.05 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 9/11: One Day In America 9.45 Say Nothing 10.35 SBS News 11.05 Reyka 12.05 Late Programs
FRIDAY
20 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 Hard Quiz 8.30 Spicks And Specks 9.00 Small Town Scandal 9.50 Planet America 10.25 News 10.40 The Business 10.55 The Cage
6.00 News Breakfast 9.00 News 10.00 Amanda & Alan’s Italian Job 10.30 Take 5 11.00 Antiques Roadshow 12.55 Portrait Artist Of The Year 1.45 The Cage 2.30 Poh’s Kitchen 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 Gardening Aust 8.20 Saint-Pierre 9.05 Portrait Artist Of The Year 9.55 Spicks And Specks 10.25 News 10.40 Would I Lie To You? 11.10 Murdoch Mysteries 11.55 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 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 Love It Or List It Australia 8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? 9.30 10’s Late News 10.30 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 Movie: No Good Deed (2020) Michelle Borth, Cristina Rosato, Mark Rendall. 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. First elimination final. Geelong v Carlton. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show 11.15 GetOn Extra 11.50 The Voice 1.30 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: The Movie Star And The Cowboy (2023) 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 Find My Country House Aust 8.30 Movie: Vacation (2015) Ed Helms. 10.30 Movie: National Lampoon’s Vacation (1983) 12.20 Tipping Point 1.10 Garden Gurus 1.30 TV Shop 4.00 Skippy 4.30 Global Shop 5.00 TV Shop 5.30 Postcards
6.00 Morning Programs 10.15 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: The Silk Road Treasures 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 10.10 SBS News 10.40 Spy/Master 11.35 Darkness: Those Who Kill 12.25 Late Programs
SATURDAY
2 6.00 News Breakfast 9.00 News 10.00 Kitchen Cabinet 10.30 Foreign Correspondent 11.00 Back Roads 11.30 Take 5 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
6.00 Rage Charts 7.00 Weekend Breakfast 9.00 Rage 10.30 Rage Vault Guest Programmer 12.00 Football. VFL. Finals Series. Semi-final. 3.00 Take 5 With Zan Rowe: Guy Pearce 3.30 Tampa: The Turning Point 4.20 Australian Story: Celebrating 30 Years
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 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 10 News 6.30 Gogglebox Australia 7.30 Selling Houses Australia 9.40 Love It Or List It UK: Brilliant Builds 10.40 Watson 11.40 FBI 12.30 Shopping 5.00 Hour Of Power
6.00 NBC Today 7.00 Weekend Sunrise 10.00 Morning Show 12.00 Jabba’s Movies School Holiday Special 12.30 To Be Advised 2.05 Surveillance Oz 2.30 AFL Pre-Game Show 3.00 Football. AFL Finals. Second qualifying final. Sydney v Brisbane. 6.00 Seven News 7.00 Football. AFL Finals.
Second elimination final. Adelaide v Western Bulldogs. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show 11.00 Kings Of The Big Game: West Coast Eagles 12.15 Eyewitness 1.15 Harry’s Practice 2.00 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 Country House Aust 2.00 The Block 4.30 Garden Gurus 5.00 News 5.30 Getaway 6.00 9News Saturday
7.00 ACA 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Cronulla Sharks v Melbourne Storm. 9.25 NRL Saturday Night Footy Post-Match 10.00 Movie: Dunkirk (2017) 12.00 Wild Cards 12.50 Destination Celebrity 2.00 The Incredible Journey 2.30 TV Shop
6.00 Morning Programs 9.00 DD India News Hour 10.05 South Africa From Above 11.05 Wonders Of The World I Can’t See 12.00 BBC News At Ten 12.30 France 24 1.00 PBS News 2.00 Going Places 3.30 Marathon. TCS Sydney Marathon. H’lights. 4.30 Cycling. UCI World
Tour. La Vuelta. H’lights. 5.35 War Trains 6.30 News 7.30 Queen Victoria And The Groomsman Scandal 8.45 The Airport Chaplain 9.50 Shaun Micallef’s Origin Odyssey 10.55 DNA Family Secrets 12.00 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
3.55 Creative Types 4.25 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 10.00 Grantchester 10.50 Father Brown
6.00 Mass 6.30 Key Of David 7.00 Joseph Prince 7.30 Everyday Gourmet 8.00 Farm To Fork 8.30 Food Trail: South Africa 9.00 Freshly Picked 9.30 GCBC 10.00 Good Food Everyday 10.30 Frugal Foodie 11.00 Deal Or No Deal 11.30
Millionaire Hot Seat 12.00 My Market Kitchen 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 Surveillance Oz 12.25 Football. AFL Women’s. Richmond v Fremantle. 2.30 Border Security: International 3.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Carlton v Collingwood. 5.00 Seven News At 5 5.30 Border Security:
Australia’s Front Line 6.00 Seven News 7.00 The Voice 8.45 7NEWS Spotlight 9.45 Poisoned 10.55 24 Hours In Police Custody 12.00 Curfew 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 1.40 The Block 4.00 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo 5.00 9News First At Five 5.30 Postcards 6.00 9News Sunday
7.00 The Block 8.40 60 Minutes 9.40 9News Late 10.10 The First 48: Out Of The Darkness 11.10 Murder In The 21st 12.00 I Survived A Crime 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 Morning Programs 8.00 PBS News Horizons 8.30 France 24 English News 9.00 DD India News Hour 10.00 Bonsai 10.15 Movie: Harry Chapin: Cat’s In The Cradle (2025) 12.00 PBS News Compass Points 12.30 PBS Washington Week 1.00 Speedweek
3.00 Cycling. Arctic Race Of Norway. H’lights. 4.00 Going Places 4.30 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. H’lights. 5.35 War Trains 6.30 News 7.30 Surviving 9/11 9.15 Castle Secrets 10.05 Kennedy 10.55 The Kingdom 12.20 Late Programs
6.00 News Breakfast 9.00 News 10.00 Sue Perkins’ Big Adventure: Paris To Istanbul 10.45 Father Brown 11.30 Nigella At My Table 12.00 News 1.00 Landline 2.00 Parliament 3.00 Fake Or Fortune? 4.00 Murdoch Mysteries 4.45 Long Lost Family: Born Without A Trace
5.30 Antiques Roadshow 6.30 Hard Quiz 7.00 News 7.30 7.30 8.00 Aust Story 8.30 Four Corners 9.20 Media Watch 9.35 Planet America 10.10 Foreign Correspondent 10.40 News 10.55 The Business 11.10 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
9.15 The Rookie 10.15 The Agenda Setters 11.15 The Agenda Setters: Rugby League 12.15 Transplant 2.30 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 12.35 Tipping Point 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping 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 2.05 Bettany Hughes: Treasures Of Albania And The Adriatic 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 12.00 Late Programs
6.00 News Breakfast 9.00 News 10.00 Aust Story 10.30 Planet America 11.00 Tampa: The Turning Point 12.00 News 1.00 Grantchester 2.00 Parliament 3.00 Fake Or Fortune? 4.00 Murdoch Mysteries 4.45 Long Lost Family: Born Without A Trace 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 Four Corners 11.40 Media Watch
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
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 First Dates Australia
8.40 World’s Biggest Cruise Ship 9.40 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA 10.40 The Agenda Setters 11.40 Happy’s Place 12.10 The Path 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 1.00 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 Estonia 3.00 Going Places 3.30 The Cook Up 4.05 Nefertiti: The Raiders Of The Lost Tomb
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 The Point 11.30 Mussolini: Son Of The Century 12.40 Late Programs
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