Greater Shepparton Great Christmas — Local gift ideas 2023

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GREAT CHRISTMAS 2022

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Lyn McNaught Travel TO ENTER: Spend $50 or more at participating stores, fill in the entry coupon and place inside the entry box or scan the QR code to enter.

*Terms and condition apply. Travel prices are subject to change. Proof of purchase required. **By entering this competition, you consent to receive emails from Greater Shepparton City Council and McPherson Media Group for future marketing campaigns and promotions.

Visit the website to view the full terms and conditions: christmas.greatthings.com.au Entries will close at 11.59pm on Friday, 22 December, 2023. The Major Prize draw will take place at the Christmas Wonderland, Shepparton at 11:00am DST on Saturday, 23 December, 2023.

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The Greater Shepparton Christmas Wonderland will pop up in the Shepparton CBD on Friday, 1 December.

Scan the QR code for the exciting new address.

Pick a prize tag to WIN at the Christmas Wonderland

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If you spend $50 or more, at one or more participating stores featured in our Christmas Gift Guide, you are eligible to pick a Prize Tag off one of the Christmas trees in the Christmas Wonderland.

• Take a photo with Santa ($5 donation) • Take an Elfie Selfie • Gift wrapping for gold coin donation • Children’s dress-ups and free art activities • A place to relax and chill

All you need to do is show your receipt/s to the crew in the Wonderland, then pick your Prize Tag to find out what you have won.

Prize Tags are limited to one per person and subject to availability .

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GO ON A SURPRISE ADVENTURE THESE holidays!

Drop into the Greater Shepparton Visitor Centre and pick-up one of the ‘mystery envelopes’ our staff members have put together for you to enjoy.

Discover the favourite and must-see places in the region recommended by local experts. No planning required! The Visitor Centre has got you covered.

Local itineraries, tips and more, waiting for you to experience the best of the region with friends and family. Adventure awaits. Come explore for yourself!

See SHEPPARTON IN A NEW LIGHT

This thriving city filled with culture and character, encourages you to connect with a richer, more colourful experience.

Public art in abundance provides a creative connection to our history.

Take time to explore and be rewarded.

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Eat, shop and experience Mooroopna.

Connect with the town’s history, visit the museum and war memorial. Walk The Flats, KidsTown then burn off that holiday energy at KidsTown.

TAKE TIME OUT IN Tatura

Discover Cussen Park where gentle pathways provide access to bird hides, and boardwalks.

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Mosaic murals in Stuart Mock Place vibrantly display the pictorial history of Tatura, and the town’s museum further highlights the regions industrious past, as well as its significant war time history.

MAKE MEMORIES IN Murchison

Cycle or walk alongside the Goulburn River, through the scenic landscapes featuring river red gum wetlands of Doctors Swamp.

Murchison is a small town gem with a depth of history and beauty just waiting to be discovered.

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Dookie demonstrates just how many unique experiences can be hidden in one small town.

A creative community which features a diversity of public artworks, from nomadic silos to the quirky flowering gum.

Rye at Wine and dine, or feast on burgers, jelly cakes or a classic pub style meal.

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WHEN: Sunday 10 December WHERE: Toolamba Recreation Reserve TIME: Commencing at 6.00pm

CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT Murchison

WHEN: Sunday 10 December WHERE: Murchison Public Gardens, Stevenson Street TIME: Commencing at 4.00pm

CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT Tatura

WHEN: Wednesday 13 December, 6pm WHERE: Mactier Gardens, Hogan Street TIME: Commencing at 6.00pm

CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT Shepparton

WHEN: Sunday 17 December WHERE: Queens Gardens TIME: Commencing at 6.30pm

Merrigum CAROLS IN THE PARK

See the website for more information Remember to bring chairs, rugs or cushions and get ready to sing-a-long to all the holiday favourites with friends and family.

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Welcome IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN WHEN THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS SURROUNDS US. CHILDREN’S EYES SPARKLE WITH EXCITEMENT AT THE SOUND OF SANTA’S NAME AND FAMILIES ARE CRAFTING PLANS FOR UNFORGETTABLE CELEBRATIONS. THERE TRULY IS NO OTHER SEASON QUITE LIKE IT.

Yet, before we immerse ourselves in the day’s magic, there’s the delightful task of shopping to do first, and there is nothing that helps our region thrive more at this time of year than shopping locally and supporting small businesses.

So, with that in mind, we have crafted this Local Gift Guide especially for you.

At your fingertips in the following pages is a fantastic variety of products from across the region to help you select the perfect gifts for loved ones this festive season.

The following pages are also complete with some incredible recipes, Christmas crafts, traditional ideas, tips on how to make your house sparkle inside and out, and there’s even a letter to Santa in here for the kids.

Also, we share how families can track Santa on Christmas Eve or have their own elf on the shelf.

We also have some Christmas cracker jokes, a carols playlist for the whole family and even a list that reveals the best Christmas movies of all time.

Back again this year, the cheery Christmas Elves will spread joy across Shepparton and have their very own Christmas Hub set up in the Shepparton CBD. So, if you’re looking for a place to take the kids between shops, pop in and see the elves who will be painting faces and spreading cheer.

There are local options for your every Christmas need right here in this Local Gift Guide. So sit back, relax and say goodbye to the hazards of online shopping.

Shop locally in Greater Shepparton this festive season and be assisted by friendly staff members from participating businesses who are ready to help.

From the team at The News, Greater Shepparton City Council and all the local business owners and staff in this year’s Local Gift Guide, we wish you all a magical, safe and merry Christmas and a happy new year.

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Crafting a table that pops STYLING THE ULTIMATE CHRISTMAS TABLE INVOLVES CREATING A FESTIVE AND INVITING ATMOSPHERE FOR YOUR HOLIDAY GUESTS. HERE ARE SOME TIPS TO HELP YOU ACHIEVE A STUNNING AND MEMORABLE CHRISTMAS TABLE SETTING.

1. Choose a theme and colour scheme.

2. Use festive table linens.

3. Opt for elegant dinnerware and glassware.

4. Create a captivating centrepiece.

5. Set personalised place settings.

6. Decorate with candles and lighting.

7. Add seasonal accents like pine cones and ornaments.

8. Provide creative name cards for each person.

9. Prepare essential tableware and serve-ware.

10. Set the mood with Christmas music and scents.

11. Create a beverage station with a variety of drinks.

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Candy Cane Martini

YOUR FAVOURITE CHRISTMAS TREAT, NOW IN COCKTAIL FORM. Serves one.

INGREDIENTS: 60 ml vanilla vodka 30 ml crème de menthe 30 ml peppermint schnapps Crushed candy canes to rim the glass 1 candy cane for garnish METHOD: 1. Rim a martini glass by running a lemon wedge around the rim and dipping it into the crushed candy canes.

2. Fill your cocktail shaker with ice, add your vanilla vodka, crème de menthe and peppermint schnapps and shake vigorously until chilled.

3. Strain it into your prepared glass and garnish with a candy cane.

I�esistible Trifle THIS DELICIOUSLY LAYERED TRIFLE RECIPE IS SIMPLY A DELIGHT.

METHOD:

Preparation time: 40 minutes plus 2 hours setting and standing — serves 6.

INGREDIENTS: 2½ cups of custard 1 x 100g packet of raspberry jelly crystals 500g sponge cake Raspberry jam ½ cup sweet cherry Juice of one orange 300ml cream, whipped

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1. Make jelly and chill until set. Cut sponge into 2.5cm cubes and place in the bottom of 6 large dessert cups. Add a layer of raspberry jam above the sponge cake layer.

2. Combine sweet cherry and orange juice, sprinkle over cake and jam layers and leave until the liquid is absorbed. Chop jelly into small pieces.

3. Add a jelly layer, followed by a custard layer then a cream layer and repeat till dessert cups are almost full.

4. Finish with cream and fresh raspberries after being chilled.

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Eco-friendly wrapped up THIS YEAR, MORE THAN EVER, WE ARE LOOKING TOWARDS CHOOSING MORE SUSTAINABLE OPTIONS, AND THAT SHOULD INCLUDE OUR GIFT WRAPPING TOO. We still want to make our gifts look festive and pretty, but it can be challenging to find more sustainable options.

These gift-wrapping ideas are better for the environment and can even be reused, being a bonus gift for your recipient during your holiday gift exchange — some of these you might already have on hand.

Give the gift of sustainability this Christmas.

TEA TOWELS Wrapping your gift in a tea towel can be a great extra touch to your present.

You can find some with interesting patterns and designs, or you can head to an op shop to find some pre-loved tea towels that will not only be great to wrap your gifts in, but will provide a little extra present for your recipient.

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BROWN PAPER Brown paper is always something you should keep on hand. It has so many uses and can be a simple way to wrap gifts.

Dress it up with ribbons, twine or even stamps, whatever you have on hand.

When looking for a scarf to wrap your gift in, look for ones that will suit who you have in mind, so not only will your gift look beautiful, but your loved one will have something they can wear time and time again.

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ODDS AND ENDS

We all have many tote bags that we have received for free that take up space.

Instead of throwing away all your boxes and packaging, save them for Christmas.

Using them as gift bags can be an easy way to give them a new life, being something your recipient can reuse in their daily lives.

Choose a tote bag with a fun design or colour to make a gift pop.

SCARVES Head down to an op shop and find some scarves that can be used to beautifully wrap a gift your recipient will adore.

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There are so many things you will have lying around your house during the year that can be repurposed as gift wrapping.

Packaging from online orders, perfume boxes, ribbons, twine, tissue paper, dust bags, or even jars can all be used to wrap your presents while being more sustainable.

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Spicy Roast Chicken HERE IS A QUICK AND EASY ROAST CHICKEN RECIPE THAT HAS A SPICY TWIST.

METHOD:

INGREDIENTS: 1 whole chicken 4 tbsp butter 1 head of garlic 1 lemon 1 tsp paprika Salt and pepper 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary

1. Zest the lemon and crush all of the garlic cloves from the head of garlic. Mix these together with the butter, lemon zest, paprika, rosemary and a good pinch of salt and pepper.

2. Rub the butter all over the breasts, legs and wings, as well as inside the cavity and some of the butter mixture under the skin. Season well. Cut the lemon into quarters and pop into the cavity and then bind the legs with kitchen string. Tuck the wings into the leg joints.

3. Heat the oven to 180°C. Cook chicken in a casserole dish, breast side up, for 60–80 minutes or until the juices run clear when you cut into the thigh.

4. Allow to rest for 10 minutes before carving. Can be served with roasted potatoes, beans and salads.

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Fluffy, flavour-filled pancakes CHRISTMAS PANCAKES ARE A DELIGHTFUL AND FESTIVE BREAKFAST OR BRUNCH OPTION FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON. HERE’S A RECIPE FOR CHRISTMAS-THEMED PANCAKES THAT YOU CAN PREPARE WITH EASE.

INGREDIENTS: For the pancakes: 1 cup plain flour 2 tbsp sugar 1 tsp baking powder ½ teaspoon baking soda ¼ teaspoon salt 1 cup milk 1 large egg 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted ½ tsp vanilla extract For the Christmas twist: ¼ cup white chocolate chips Zest of 1 orange ½ tsp ground cinnamon METHOD: 1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.

3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.

4. Gently fold in the white chocolate chips, orange zest, and ground cinnamon.

5. Heat a non-stick fry pan over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray.

6. Pour ¼ cup of the pancake batter onto the fry pan for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until the pancakes are golden brown on both sides.

7. Repeat the process for the remaining batter.

Serve your Christmas pancakes with a dusting of powdered sugar, a dollop of whipped cream, fresh fruits or orange zest for garnish. You can also drizzle maple syrup over the top for added sweetness.

Feel free to get creative with your Christmas pancake toppings. You can use whipped cream to create Santa Claus faces, add a sprinkle of green and red coloured sugar for a festive touch, or even use cookie cutters to shape the pancakes into Christmas trees or stars.

Enjoy your delicious and visually appealing Christmas pancakes.

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Cinnamon Rolls CINNAMON ROLLS CAN MAKE A PERFECT MORNING TREAT OR DESSERT ON CHRISTMAS DAY. FILLED WITH CINNAMON AND FROSTED WITH CREAM CHEESE, THEY MAKE A DECADENT TREAT THAT WILL BE A HIT WITH YOUR GUESTS.

INGREDIENTS: For the dough: 2 cups warm milk ½ cup sugar 110 g unsalted butter, melted 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast 5 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking powder 2 tsp salt For the filling: ¾ cup brown sugar 170 g unsalted butter, softened 2 tbsp ground cinnamon For the frosting: 115 g cream cheese, softened and cubed 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted 4 tbsp milk 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup powdered sugar

METHOD: 1. To make the dough, whisk the warm milk, sugar and butter and sprinkle the yeast evenly over the milk mixture. Stir and let it sit in a warm place for about 10 minutes until the yeast has bloomed.

2. Add four cups of flour to the mixture and stir with a wooden spoon until combined. Cover the bowl with a kitchen towel or cling wrap and let rise in a warm place for one hour until it has nearly doubled.

3. While the dough rises, grease two 23 cm round baking pans with butter and set aside. Prepare your filling by combining the brown sugar, butter and cinnamon until well combined.

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and let rise for 35–45 minutes until expanded by half their original size.

4. Uncover the dough, add the remaining flour, baking powder and salt and stir well before turning out the dough on a floured bench. Knead the dough for 10 minutes, adding more flour as necessary until the dough doesn’t stick to the bench or your hands.

7. While they are rising, preheat your oven to 180°C.

5. Roll the dough out into a large rectangle about 1 cm thick. Spread the filling evenly over the dough, and starting from one short end, roll the dough into a log and pinch the seam closed, placing it seam side down.

9. While baking, make the frosting by whisking together the cream cheese, melted butter, milk and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar until you have reached your desired consistency.

6. Using unflavoured dental floss or a knife, cut the log into even rolls, around 8 cm thick, and place six rolls into each pan. Cover with a kitchen towel

10. Once the rolls have finished baking, let them cool slightly for 10 minutes before spreading the icing. Divide them up and enjoy!

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8. Bake your cinnamon rolls for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown.

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Santa’s Sleighlist EMBRACE THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT WITH OUR PLAYLIST COVERING ALL THE CLASSIC SOUNDS OF THE FESTIVE SEASON. Press play when you’re putting up the tree, wrapping presents, baking some Christmas treats or just when you need a little more holiday joy in your day.

1. All I Want for Christmas is You

by Mariah Carey 2. Last Christmas by Wham!

3. Santa Claus is Coming to Town

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by Boney M 5. Do They Know It’s Christmas?

by Band Aid 6. It’s Beginning to Look a Lot like Christmas

by Michael Bublé 7. Underneath the Tree by Kelly Clarkson 8. Santa Tell Me by Ariana Grande 9. Santa Wear Your Shorts! by Hi-5 10. Happy Xmas (War is Over)

by John Lennon, Yoko Ono 11. Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree

by Brenda Lee 12. Feliz Navidad by José Feliciano 13. Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer

by Elmo & Patsy 14. Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas

by Frank Sinatra 15. Mistletoe by Justin Bieber 16. Away in a Manger by Carrie Underwood 17. The Little Drummer Boy

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Spice up gift giving WANT TO SPICE UP YOUR SECRET SANTA? OR JUST WANT TO CAUSE MORE CHAOS AT YOUR CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION?

A White Elephant gift exchange will bring extra fun to your Christmas functions and can be an entertaining alternative to the classic Secret Santa game.

White Elephant, also known as Yankee Swap or Dirty Santa, is a popular Christmas game where everyone tries to leave with the best gift, whether they pick it or steal it from someone else.

HOW TO PLAY: 1. Each player brings one wrapped gift to add to the pile. e night’s organiser should decide Th the type of gifts allowed. Whether that be sentimental, gag gifts, regifting, or weird, the choices are endless, and it’s up to you as the host to decide what your group would have the most fun with.

2. Players draw numbers to decide what order they will open their gift in.

3. Players should sit in a circle around the gifts.

T o make things run smoother, it’s best to have people sit in the order they will pick their gift.

4. The first player will select their gift and open it. Make sure everyone can see what they get.

5. The following players can choose to take a wrapped gift from the pile or steal another player’s gift. Anyone who gets their gift stolen this way can do the same — choose a new gift or steal someone else’s. o keep things moving, there are some T limits on the gift stealing.

•A gift can only be stolen once per turn, so players who have their gift stolen will have to wait to get it back.

•A fter three swaps, the turn automatically comes to an end.

6. After all players have had their turn, the first player gets a chance to swap their gift for any other opened gift. Anyone whose gift is stolen may steal from someone else. The game ends when someone declines to steal a gift. or this last turn, the three-swap rule F doesn’t apply. You can keep stealing and swapping until someone doesn’t want to.

You can easily customise the game rules to suit you and your group and make the game your own.

This works best when you’re with a group of people who like to get in on the joke, that way you can all have a bit of fun with it and fight for some wacky gifts.

Have fun and may you leave the party with the best gift.

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Maple Honey Mustard Glazed Ham TEMPT YOUR TASTE BUDS WITH THIS DELICIOUS GLAZED HAM RECIPE.

METHOD:

INGREDIENTS: 100 g (½ cup, firmly packed) brown sugar 80 ml (⅓ cup) maple syrup 80 ml (⅓ cup) honey 1 tbsp dijon mustard 1 (about 8 kg) whole leg ham, on the bone Whole cloves, to stud

1. Stir the sugar, maple syrup, honey and mustard in a bowl until the sugar dissolves.

2. Preheat oven to 170°C. Line a large baking dish with 2 layers of non-stick baking paper. Place an oven shelf in the lowest position.

3. Use a sharp knife to cut around the shank of the ham, about 10 cm from the end. Run a knife under the rind around the edge of ham.

Gently lift the rind off in 1 piece by running your fingers between the rind and the fat. Score the fat in a diamond pattern, about 5 mm deep. Stud the centres of the diamonds with cloves. Transfer to prepared dish.

4. Brush one-third of the glaze over the ham. Bake, brushing with glaze every 25 minutes, for 1 hour 30 minutes.

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Festive flicks ’TIS THE SEASON TO REWATCH ALL YOUR FAVOURITE HOLIDAY CLASSICS. SO HEAT UP YOUR HOT CHOCOLATE, GATHER YOUR FAMILY OR FRIENDS, USE OUR LIST OF THE BEST FESTIVE FLICKS AND HAVE A WARM CHRISTMAS NIGHT IN. TIME TO GET INTO THAT CHRISTMAS SPIRIT!

LOVE ACTUALLY (2003)

ELF (2003)

DIE HARD (1988)

This heartwarming holiday rom-com follows the interconnected lives of a group of people in London and how their love lives unfold in the lead up to Christmas. A must on your rewatch list for every year, even just for Emma Thompon’s iconic scene on Christmas morning, if you know you know.

In one of Will Ferrell’s most iconic roles as Buddy, he discovers he’s not an elf like he thought and travels from the North Pole to New York City to find his real family. Hilariously funny and chaotic, this is perfect for not only the kids but for the grown-ups, too.

Die Hard is always a subject of big debate when it comes to its status as a Christmas film. I argue that since it takes place during Christmas time, and the action is taking place at a Christmas party at Nakatomi Plaza, it deserves a spot on this list. But I’ll leave this festive debate to you and your family and friends.

HOME ALONE (1990)

HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS (2000)

THE POLAR EXPRESS (2004)

THE SANTA CLAUSE (1994)

I don’t know about you, but I always wanted to ride the Polar Express as a kid just to experience that amazing hot chocolate. This heartwarming classic’s simple message of believing will keep the kids believing in Mr Claus. And honestly, you need to watch it for the hot chocolate scene alone.

Like Home Alone, this trilogy’s first one is the best. Divorced dad Scott Calvin, portrayed

by Tim Allen, accidentally becomes Santa Clause after he puts on his jolly red suit on Christmas Eve. We follow his hilarious transition into Santa himself as he navigates his new role and look. It’s sure to keep the kids laughing along.

While the whole trilogy is a must-watch, nothing beats the first Home Alone movie. When Kevin McCallister is forgotten on his family’s Christmas vacation, mayhem ensues when two burglars try to rob his house.

Jim Carrey transforms himself into the grouchy and greenfurred Grinch who is hellbent on destroying Christmas for the Whos in Whoville. The Grinch despises the holiday season and schemes to steal their Christmas and ruin the festivities.

THE PRINCESS SWITCH TRILOGY (2018, 2020, 2021) These modern romcoms from Netflix are cheesiness to the max. Vanessa Hudgens plays two lookalike characters, Stacy DeNovo, a talented baker from Chicago and Lady Margaret Delacourt, the Duchess of Montenaro. When both girls meet and discover their similarities, they do the only thing they can do: switch places.

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How lovely is it when you arrive at someone’s home and are greeted by their stunning Christmas wreath, proudly hanging at their front door like a masterpiece staring you in the eyes?

if not one flame burns within it over summer.

I think it’s impressive. I love it, I love them, but I also love Christmas.

However, doors aren’t the only place Christmas wreaths are adorning spaces.

So, in saying that, let’s dive into a stepby-step guide as if you were Santa making your way down a chimney with grace, calmness and a touch of magic.

They are making their way to entryways, hanging in kitchens and windows and, of course, they are near the fireplace, even

Regardless of your design, the result will be something that can be hung and enjoyed by all.

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Nowadays, there are endless opportunities of where to hang them, the types, and easy ways to create one yourself.

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And every time you walk past it, you can say to yourself, ‘How amazing are my crafting skills?’.

Remember to personalise your wreath to match your holiday décor and style, and be creative with your colour schemes, themes, and materials to create a wreath that suits your home.

Happy Christmas crafting.

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MATERIALS YOU’LL NEED: Wreath base: You can use a pre-made wreath base purchased from a craft store or create your own using materials like a wire coat hanger.

Greenery: Gather fresh or artificial greenery like pine branches, or eucalyptus.

Decorative additions: Collect ornaments, pine cones, bows, and any other decorations you’d like to include — be as creative as you like.

Wire: You’ll need this to attach the greenery and decorations to the wreath base.

Pruning shears or wire cutters: For trimming and cutting the greenery and wire.

Ribbon or string: This is optional, but can be used for hanging the wreath and used within the design.

STEPS: Prepare your work area: Lay out all your materials and tools in a clean and well-lit workspace.

Select and trim greenery: Trim your greenery into smaller, manageable pieces.

You’ll want them to be around 15cm to 20cm long.

Attach greenery to the base: Take a piece of greenery and attach it to the wreath base using wire. You can either wrap the wire around the base or use floral pins to secure it. Overlap the greenery slightly as you go around the wreath base.

Add decorations: Once you have a base layer of greenery, start adding your decorative items. Secure these items to the wreath using wire or hot glue if you’re working with an artificial wreath.

Create a focal point: Consider placing a larger decoration or bow at the top, bottom, or centre of the wreath to create a focal point.

Fill in gaps: Continue adding greenery and decorations, filling in any gaps or bare spots as you go along. Make sure the wreath looks balanced and full.

Check for symmetry: Step back and check for symmetry and balance in your wreath. Adjust as needed.

Secure loose ends: Once you’re satisfied with the arrangement, make sure all wire ends are securely fastened and trim any excess.

Add a hanging loop: If you’d like to hang your wreath, attach a loop of ribbon or string to the back of the wreath for hanging.

Hang and enjoy: Find a suitable spot to hang your beautiful Christmas wreath, whether it’s on your front door, above the fireplace, or as a centrepiece on your dining table.

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SPIKED HOT COCOA Ever wanted to experience a hot chocolate as good as the ones in The Polar Express?

Then this boozy alternative is exactly what you need to accompany you on your next festive movie marathon. Serves two.

INGREDIENTS: 2 cups milk ½ cup heavy cream ¼ cup sugar ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder ½ cup chocolate chips or chunks ½ tsp vanilla extract A pinch of salt ½ cup of either Baileys, peppermint schnapps, Kahúla or bourbon (adjust to taste) TO SERVE: Whipped cream Mini marshmallows Crushed candy canes Shaved chocolate METHOD: 1. Combine the milk, cream, sugar, cocoa powder, chocolate chips or chunks, and salt in a medium-sized saucepan.

2. Heat the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is hot, but not boiling.

3. Remove from the heat, stir in the vanilla extract, and add your choice (or choices) of liqueur.

4. Serve in two mugs, and top them with whipped cream and your choice of marshmallows, candy canes or chocolate shavings.

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MAPLE ESPRESSO MARTINI Inspired by Buddy’s extremely sweet coffee from Elf, this espresso martini features all the fix-ins that Buddy would want.

Perfect to pair with some chocolate spaghetti (or maybe you could just watch him eat that in the film, your choice). Serves one.

INGREDIENTS: 45 ml vanilla vodka 30 ml coffee liqueur 30 ml freshly brewed espresso 30 ml maple syrup (adjust to taste) Ice Red and green m&m’s to garnish Crushed candy canes to garnish (optional) METHOD: 1. In a cocktail shaker, add the vanilla vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso, maple syrup and ice. Shake vigorously until well chilled.

2. Strain the cocktail into your glass, and top with three m&m’s as you would with coffee beans. Or,, add some crushed candy canes too and make Buddy proud.

THE GRINCH Unlike the Grinch, this drink isn’t mean.

This very green cocktail is your perfect accompaniment with your next rewatch of everyone’s favourite holiday classic, How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Serves one.

INGREDIENTS: 60 ml Midori melon liqueur 30 ml lemon juice 15 ml sugar syrup 1 maraschino cherry Red-coloured sugar Ice METHOD: 1. Rim your glass of choice by running a lemon wedge around the rim and dipping it into a plate full of red-coloured sugar.

2. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add the melon liqueur, lemon juice and sugar syrup to the shaker.

3. Shake vigorously until chilled, and strain into your prepared martini glass.

4. Garnish with a maraschino cherry.

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Celebrate with creativity CHRISTMAS CRAFT IDEAS TO SPARK YOUR FESTIVE SPIRIT.

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Homemade ornaments: Create unique ornaments using materials like clay, felt, or even repurposed items. You can paint,

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decorate, or personalise them.

Handmade Christmas cards: Design your own Christmas cards. Personalised cards are always appreciated.

Christmas stockings: Sew or decorate Christmas stockings for your family members. You can personalise them with names or favourite symbols.

Festive centrepieces: Create eye-catching centrepieces for your holiday table using candles, greenery, ornaments, or pine cones.

Candle making: Craft your own scented candles in festive colours and scents, perfect for gift-giving.

Upcycled décor: Repurpose old items into holiday decorations. For example, turn an old ladder into a Christmas tree display where cards can be hung.

Holiday jar gifts: Create holiday-themed jar gifts with layered cookie ingredients or hot cocoa mix, and decorate the jars with ribbons and labels.

Holiday quilting or sewing: Design and sew holiday-themed quilts, table runners or place mats.

Hand-painted glassware: Paint holiday designs on glassware like wine glasses or mugs for unique gifts or table settings.

Christmas scrapbooking: Create a scrapbook filled with holiday memories, photos and memorabilia.

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outside, such as LED or solar lights.

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Use GFCI outlets. A ground fault circuit interrupter can help prevent electrocution. If a person’s body starts to receive a shock, the GFCI senses this and cuts off the power before he/ she can get injured. GFCIs are generally installed where electrical circuits may accidentally come into contact with water.)

SET TIMERS OR REMOTES

Consider adding wreaths or ornaments for extra flair.

Automate your lights schedule.

ENJOY AND MAINTAIN Regularly check for issues during the season.

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Share your most creative and delightful Elf on the Shelf moments with us, and we’ll select the most enchanting, funny, or heart-warming photos as the winners.

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Jingle jokes SPREADING CHRISTMAS CHEER ONE CHUCKLE AT A TIME.

What is green, covered in Christmas lights and Christmas bulbs, and goes ribbit?

A mistle-toad.

What is every parent’s favourite Christmas song?

Silent Night!

Why did Rudolph have to attend summer school?

Because he went down in history.

Why does Scrooge love Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer?

Because every buck is dear to him.

Why did the scarecrow get a big Christmas bonus?

Because he was outstanding in his field.

What did the bald man say when he got a comb for Christmas?

“I’ll never part with it!”

Elves use what kind of money?

Jingle bills.

What do you get when you cross a snowman with a vampire?

Frostbite.

What does Santa suffer from if he gets stuck in a chimney?

Claus-trophobia.

What do you call Santa when he stops moving?

Santa Pause.

How do you help someone who has lost their Christmas spirit?

Nurse them back to elf.

What do you call an elf that runs away from Santa’s workshop?

A rebel without a Claus.

Why are elves such great motivational speakers?

They have plenty of elf-confidence.

What reindeer game do reindeer play at sleepovers?

Truth or deer.

What is Santa’s dog’s name?

Santa Paws.

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What’s every elf’s favourite type of music?

Wrap.

What’s the absolute best Christmas present?

A broken drum — you can’t beat it.

What do Santa’s elves learn in school?

The elf-abet.

What do you call an obnoxious reindeer?

Rude-olph.

Who is never hungry at Christmas?

The turkey — he’s always stuffed.

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Rainbow Images will again spread its Santa and Christmas magic in Murchison this December with their unique 10-minute photography Santa sessions.

Teddy Caldow and Santa.

The session costs $50 per family, and a digital download provides all edited images.

For more information and to book your session, visit the Rainbow Images Facebook page or call photographer Kelly Carmody on 0400 833 696.

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Cla�ic Gingerbread

METHOD:

A CLASSIC GINGERBREAD RECIPE TO BRIGHTEN YOUR CHRISTMAS. INGREDIENTS: 125 g butter room temperature ½ cup brown sugar ½ cup golden syrup 1 egg yolk 2½ cups plain flour ½ tsp ground nutmeg 1 tsp mixed spice 1 tbsp ground ginger 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda 1 egg white 1 tsp lemon juice 1½ cups pure icing sugar sifted

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1. Beat butter and sugar in a small bowl with an electric mixer until combined then beat in the golden syrup and egg yolk.

2. Transfer mixture to a large bowl, stir in the sifted dry ingredients. Turn the dough onto a floured surface, knead until smooth. Divide the dough in half.

Enclose in cling wrap. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.

3. Preheat the oven to 160°C (140°C fan-forced). Grease and line two oven trays with baking paper.

4. Roll each dough half between sheets of baking paper until 5 mm thick. Using a 13 cm gingerbread man cutter, cut out shapes and place on trays about 2.5 cm apart. Bake for 10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from oven and cool.

5. For icing, lightly beat egg white and lemon juice in a small electric mixer. Gradually beat in sifted icing sugar until firm peaks form.

6. Spoon icing into a small piping bag fitted with a small plain nozzle and decorate.

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Our facilities include a large Bistro with indoor and outdoor areas, modern Kids Playroom with play equipment and a jumping castle, Sports Bar with TAB, two versatile Function rooms with private bars and an amazing outdoor Beer Garden.

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As the year comes to an end, I reflect on the past 12 months. I am so very proud of the caring and giving communities in which we live.

There are so many ways that we can share the joy of Christmas by donating to the variety of charities that will ensure Christmas is a time of joy for all.

You can also drop gift donations to my office.

This Christmas season, stop and make time for special memories with your loved ones and be safe during this holiday time.

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Shepp Brewery Merchandise and Gift Vouchers are also great gift ideas!

Come in to check out the range of tees, stubby holders, keyrings, bags and much more…

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Made with love CHRISTMAS IS OFTEN REFERRED TO AS THE TIME FOR GIVING, BUT IT DOESN’T HAVE TO BE ABOUT EXPENSIVE GIFTS. Sometimes, the smallest gestures can warm someone’s heart, knowing the gift was made with love and care.

There are countless affordable and heartfelt gifts that you can create for your friends and family this holiday season.

Consider the joy of giving a jar filled with homemade Christmas cookies, each bite filled with the warmth of your kitchen and the love you put into baking them.

Or, craft a unique ornament that can hang on the tree for years to come, a reminder of the special bond you share with the recipient.

A child’s hand-drawn picture, framed and wrapped, can become a cherished gift for grandparents, capturing a moment in time that will forever bring smiles.

And why not go all out and create a photo book filled with treasured memories for all the family to enjoy together?

Select your favourite snapshots from the year, add heartfelt captions, and watch as your loved ones relive those precious moments with every turn of the page.

This year, consider being creative with your gift-giving.

Whether through baked goods, handcrafted ornaments, personalised artwork, or a photo book, you can ignite deep emotions and create lasting memories.

After all, the true spirit of Christmas lies in the love and thoughtfulness behind each gift, not its price tag.

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Top 10 Christmas carols STAY IN THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT ALL SEASON LONG WITH OUR LIST OF CLASSIC CHRISTMAS CAROLS.

Guaranteed to be stuck in your head, we included our top 10 favourite Christmas carols that are perfect to sing along to as you decorate your tree, bake some gingerbread or write your letters to Santa.

These carols will have you singing along all month long.

1. Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer 2. Silent Night 3. 12 Days of Christmas 4. We Wish You a Merry Christmas 5. Frosty the Snowman 6. Jingle Bells 7. Deck the Halls 8. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing 9. Santa Claus is Coming to Town 10. O Come, All Ye Faithful

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Christmas Topside Beef Roast PREPARE YOUR TASTE BUDS FOR A SYMPHONY OF SUCCULENT FLAVOURS AND INDULGENCE, AS WE GUIDE YOU THROUGH THE ULTIMATE CHRISTMAS TOPSIDE BEEF ROAST. INGREDIENTS: 1 boned and rolled 2.5 kg topside of beef 6 garlic cloves A handful of rosemary 3 onions Olive oil Sea salt and freshly ground pepper

METHOD: 1. Take your beef out of the fridge one hour before you cook it.

Heat your oven to 190°C. 2. Peel and finely chop the garlic. Pick the leaves off a few rosemary sprigs. Finely chop the leaves. Peel and finely slice the onions.

3. Pop the onions in a bowl. Drizzle with a little olive oil. Season.

Toss together. Spread them on the bottom of a large roasting tin.

4. Drizzle a little oil on top of the beef. Season it. Sprinkle on the garlic and rosemary. Rub the oil, seasoning and herbs all over the beef.

5. Sit the beef on top of the onions so it’s sitting snugly in the tin.

6. Pop the beef in the oven on the middle shelf. Roast 1 hour for medium rare, 1 hour 10 mins for medium or 1 hour 20 mins for well done. Lift the beef out of the pan. Wrap it loosely in two layers of foil.

Rest it for 45 mins. Serve and enjoy.

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Tracking Santa's journey AS A CHILD, CHRISTMAS EVE IS UNDENIABLY THE MOST THRILLING NIGHT OF THE YEAR.

It’s a time filled with magic and wonder, where every creak of the floorboards and rustle of the wind carries endless possibilities.

But amid the excitement and anticipation, there’s one question that never fails to occupy a child’s eager mind, “Where is Santa?”

Fortunately, in today’s digital age, we have a magical tool at our fingertips to help answer that question — Google. Yes, you read that right.

Google isn’t just for searching the mundane, it’s your gateway to the North Pole and Santa’s whereabouts.

Enter Google’s Tracker website, a virtual wonderland brimming with delightful activities available year-round and a special treat for December 24 — a live Santa tracker.

And at the heart of it all lies Santa’s Village, where the holiday spirit knows no bounds.

Here, your kids can immerse themselves in a world of enchantment.

They can take to the snowy slopes with Elf Ski, watch heart warming Santa videos, or even craft their own digital elf, bursting with personality and charm.

The possibilities are as boundless as a child’s imagination.

So, when this year’s Christmas Eve arrives, and your little ones are abuzz with that age-old question, “Where is Santa?” remember that Google has the answer.

Make it a family tradition to explore this enchanting website together and let the wonder of technology enhance the season’s magic.

Because, in the end, it’s not just about finding Santa. It’s about cherishing the journey and creating treasured memories along the way.

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(WITHOUT THE RUM) INGREDIENTS: 250 g Arnott’s Milk Arrowroot biscuits — crushed 395 g NESTLE Sweetened Condensed Milk 1 cup coconut ¼ cup cocoa 1 cup coconut — to decorate METHOD: 1. Combine all ingredients.

2. Wet hands and roll mixture into small balls then coat in coconut.

3. Refrigerate or freeze for later.

FRUIT AND WHITE CHOCOLATE FUDGE INGREDIENTS: 340 g white chocolate, chopped ¾ cups Sweetened Condensed Milk 1 tsp vanilla essence ⅔ cup chopped shelled pistachios ⅔ cup chopped dried apricots ⅔ cup chopped dried cherries ½ cup chopped almonds

METHOD: 1. Grease a 23 cm square cake pan or rimmed baking sheet and line with baking paper.

3. Stir in remaining pistachios, apricots, cherries and almonds until combined.

2. In a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of gently simmering water, melt chocolate with condensed milk, stirring until smooth, about 5 minutes; remove from heat. Stir in vanilla. Reserve 1 tbsp each of pistachios, apricots and almonds and set aside.

4. Scrape mixture into prepared pan, smoothing top. Sprinkle reserved nuts, cherries, and apricots over top, pressing gently to adhere; refrigerate until firm, about 4 hours.

5. Using a hot knife, cut into squares.

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Treat pets to a ‘pawsome’ Christmas CHRISTMAS IS ANOTHER OCCASION TO SPOIL OUR FUR PETS. SO WE HAVE COMPILED A PURR-FECT LIST WITH SOME OF OUR ALL-TIME FAVOURITE GIFT IDEAS. EVERY PET DESERVES TO BE TREATED THIS HOLIDAY SEASON.

DOGS • Personalised collar/ dog tag • Dog hamper filled with treats and toys • New kennel • Grooming gift voucher

CATS • New soft indoor bedding • Cat toys • Cat scratcher • Automated cat feeder

So much more than a Garden Centre

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Make a tree sparkle WANT TO KNOW HOW TO DECORATE YOUR CHRISTMAS TREE LIKE A PRO? Four-year-old Kensi Moon helping decorate a tree in Sabac on High.

the perfect tree, we caught up with Sabac on High owner Tracy Hayward for her ultimate tree decorating tips this season.

“First, you need to pick your tree and then your theme,” Tracy said.

“Non-traditional colours remain popular this year with pinks, blues, snow-flocked whites, silvers and even gold.

“All the colours are stunning, and every tree has the potential to be spectacular.”

If you haven’t been to Sabac on High, it’s an opportunity to be inspired.

Whichever way you look, it’s like a magical Christmas wonderland.

Different coloured themes adorn the store, and the variety of decorations and ornaments is impressive.

Tracy said that after picking your theme, the next step was ensuring you had enough decorations.

“There are so many unique and different options available for ornaments, and again, they need to match your theme,” she said.

“When it comes to their actual placement, however, I always tell people to put all the balls and little ornaments first, and wherever there are gaps, you set the bigger pieces.

“The top doesn’t have to be an angel or a star.

The Christmas tree is the centrepiece of any home during the festive season.

“It’s your tree, don’t be scared to go wild.”

It’s often a job done as a whole family, usually on December 1 to kick off the magical month of December.

For Tracy, Christmas is her favourite time of the year. Not only because of all the glorious things surrounding her, she said the people make her smile.

With so many decorating options available, knowing where to start is often challenging.

“I love it when people come in, and you can see their face light up, it’s magical,” she said.

With that in mind, alongside all of us wanting to decorate

“It’s a joyful time of year that makes people happy, and I love it.”

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The Little Dog Laughed, $34, Fika & Frey

Prodigy S9 Oil Slick dual scooter, $299 ea, My Ride Shepparton

gifts for kids

Cow bath bomb, $7.50, erasable art mat $19.80, icy-pole holder $6, Greater Shepparton Visitor Centre

Alimrose dolls, from $64.95, Pinch of Salt

Stihl MS500i toy chainsaw, $50, Stihl Shop Shepparton

‘How The Grinch Lost Christmas’ book, $19.99, Collins Booksellers Shepparton

Back Beach hooded towel, $88 ea, Aquamoves

Ashdene ‘Little Darlings Collection’ cutlery & crockery, from $12.99, Shepparton Amcal Pharmacy

Motorised Christmas Santa Sleigh model set, $129.99, Hobby Boss Shepparton

Assorted Squishmallows, 12” size $25 ea, newsXpress Tatura 103228C

Gift vouchers available from $20, Riverlinks

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BGA 57 RRP $429

RMA 460 RRP $529

The Book Seat, $45, Collins Booksellers Shepparton

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Formula Sports cornhole game, $44.95, Barbeques Galore

FSA 57 RRP $329

Stihl Grounds Care Bundle ‘2’; blower, brushcutter & lawnmower, $1149 (save $138), Stihl Shop Shepparton

gifts for the outdoors

Silicon Glassware - Assorted colours & styles $29.95 - $64.95 Nixon + Maude

Somewhere Co picnic rug, $112.00, Fika & Frey

YETI Trailhead camp chair, $399.95, Trelly’s Outdoor

BUSHRANGER CS4210 chainsaw, $299, Shepp City Garden Equipment

The gift of seeds, card seeds with envelope, $9.99, newsXpress Tatura

Gozney pizza oven, $799, Barbeques Galore

Pablo & Co. ‘Strawberry Fields’ harness $59.95 & lead $29.90, Scruff to Fluf

RM Williams Comfort Craftsman boots, $poa, Odeas Saddlery

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