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By LEAH ANDERSON-BYRNE

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“Whilst our previous records have been about travelling on the road, Punching Underwater travels within the self.

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VET CORNER Dental disease - don’t brush it off

DID you know that 90 per cent of small dogs with an adult bodyweight of under 10kg will have periodontal disease by the time they’re one year old?

In a stark comparison, only 14 per cent of the adult human population have periodontal disease.

Dental disease occurs when plaque accumulates causing inflammation to the surrounding teeth, gums and bone.

Left untreated, dental disease can cause chronic pain, gum erosion and loss of teeth.

So why is periodontal disease so prevalent among our furry friends?

A number of things contribute to the development and presence of periodontal disease in dogs.

Inadequate dental care, poor nutrition, behavioural habits and your dog’s anatomical structure can all be influencing factors that affect their dental health.

There are a number of ways to prevent your dog from developing dental disease:

Utilise dental treats- these can assist with preventing tartar build up Keep an eye out for the

with BEK COLLER - veterinary nurse, Warby Street Vet

VOHC symbol that is awarded to products that have data supporting their efficacy.

Consider implementing a dental diet:

A dental diet (such as Hill’s t/d) is designed specifically to reduce plaque, stain, and tartar build up. Furthermore, many are nutritionally balanced and can be given as a complete diet.

Pet specific toothpaste is now available for your dogs and cats, as are a range of toothbrush sizes: The manual motion of cleaning has been shown to

reduce tartar build up and prevent dental disease.

To stay on top of your dog’s dental health, be on the look out for any signs of inflammation, excessive salivation, facial swelling, poor breath and changes to their eating habits.

Warby Street Veterinary Hospital offer free dental checks where we assess the condition of your dog’s teeth and provide recommendations for improvement.

To book in for a dental health assessment, contact the clinic on (03) 5721 7177.

This Day in History, 1930

Well known hotel destroyed

THE Commercial Hotel and Store in Milawa was destroyed by fire early on this day in 1930.

The licensee at the time, Mr H.F. McCarthy, was preparing to set our for Melbourne with Mr J. Puddy, the baker.

They had risen early, well before dawn, and were making last minute arrangements, when the hurricane light one of the men was carrying exploded, and within minutes caught the petrol store alight.

The historic hotel dated back to the 1960s, and district pioneer Colin Gardiner.

Murray cod fishing has been hot, particularly at Lake Mulwala

THIS stable, hot weather that we have been experiencing lately has really paved the way for some good Murray cod fishing, although the weather forecast shows that change is on the horizon.

I have caught Murray cod, trout cod and yellowbelly in the Wangaratta area during the past week, all on lures.

The locally made Orange Predator lure which I have creatively nicknamed ‘Mr Orange’ has been a stand out, with fish really going after it.

The biggest mover in the fishing scene over the last couple of weeks has been Lake Mulwala.

I have been hearing reports of big numbers of Murray cod being caught there.

Tony Bennett from the Lake Mulwala Fish Camp Ski tackle store in Mulwala spoke in his fishing report of one fisherman

with Rob Alexander WANGARATTA

that caught more than 40 Murray cod in one day, all on lures cast from a boat.

Social media has been awash with Murray cod photos from Lake Mulwala with some fish being over the magical 100cm mark.

Lake Mulwala often fishes very well in the autumn months as opposed to the rivers upstream that can become very hit and miss.

Redfin reports are very few and far between at the moment.

There are next to no decent fishing reports coming from Lake Hume - it remains very quiet.

I have not heard any decent reports from Lake Buffalo, Lake William Hovell or the Waranga Basin either.

I have been really enjoying the amazing late season yabbying. The summer-like weather seems to have kept the yabbies biting very well.

Last week I was yabbying in a dam on private property.

I was using four open top lift nets, baited with chicken drumsticks, and I caught around 100 yabbies in under two hours.

I checked the nets three times.

With a weather change on the horizon, I suspect that there will be a change in which fi sh are biting where very soon.

◆ GOLDEN CATCH: A nice yellowbelly (golden perch) caught in Wangaratta last week on an Orange Predator lure.

Best-selling authors visit Wangaratta

GET ready for the Wangaratta leg of The Great Australian Bookshop Tour by best-selling Australian authors Anne Buist and Graeme Simsion as they travel for four months and visit 400 bookshops around Australia.

Edgars Books & News, with support from The Grit and Resilience Project, VMCH, Where Is My Coffee? and Project 365 are proud to be hosting a combined fundraiser and author talk on Thursday, April 18 at Where Is My Coffee? in Wangaratta from 6.30pm.

Anne and Graeme will speak about their new book “The Glass House”, which is set in an acute psychiatric ward and follows trainee psychiatrist Hannah Wright through the sub-specialties as she learns on the job, while celebrating and promoting the role of bookshops and mental health services in local communities.

Royalties from book sales on the night of “The Glass House”, along with donations and pledges made, will go directly to Project 365.

“The Glass House” introduces readers to Doctor Hannah Wright, a psychiatry registrar with a tumultuous past, transitioning from the chaos of the emergency room to the unpredictable world of Menzies Hospital’s psychiatric ward.

The authors skilfully immerse readers in the strained medical system, where Hannah and her fellow trainees navigate the complexities of mental health, from the common to the bizarre, the hilarious to the tragic.

The authors introduce a cast

By EDGARS BOOKS AND NEWS, WANGARATTA

of characters grappling with their own demons, each presenting a unique challenge for Hannah and her colleagues: Chloe’s life-threatening eating disorder; Sian’s postpartum psychosis; and Xavier, the MP with a suicide attempt shrouded in explosive secrets, provide a poignant backdrop for Hannah’s journey.

The narrative unfolds with a perfect blend of suspense and introspection, as the characters confront the treatable and the challenging in their pursuit of healing.

Anne and Graeme skilfully navigate the fine line between medical drama and personal growth, allowing readers to witness not only the patients’ transformations but also Hannah’s own journey of self-discovery.

One of the novel’s strengths lies in its ability to humanise the struggles of mental health, shedding light on the challenges faced by both patients and medical professionals.

The authors deftly use humour to alleviate the heaviness of the subject matter, making “The Glass House” an emotionally resonant and ultimately uplifting read.

“The Glass House” has a compelling narrative that seamlessly weaves heart, humour, and insight into the intricate tapestry of psychiatric medicine.

For readers who found sol-

ace in “Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine” and revelled in the quirky charm of “The Rosie Project,” this novel is a must-read.

Further details regarding tickets and pre-ordered food and drinks for this free event will be released in the coming week so keep an eye on the Edgars Books & News webpage, in-store and on their Facebook page.

“The Glass House” is being released on March 27 and you can pre-order your copy now at Edgars Books & News, 55 Murphy Street or by phoning 5721 3758.

Mention this article or bring a copy in when you place your order and you’ll receive 20 per cent off “The Glass House”.

This Way North makes a splash with new album

“The battle of trying not to fall in love, confidence and selflove, anxiety, the highs of being content and happy, to the lows of war, the joy of evolution as a woman.

“Ultimately though, the songs end on a positive, with the exploration leading to the celebration of the self and wherever life beckons.

“Sound wise we worked really hard with Ainslie Wills in preproduction to bring each song up to it’s best form.

“The sounds we wanted were lush, tonally we loved being diverse too.

“On the track ‘Satisfied’, Cat even plays the watering can.

“We really wanted an indus-

trial sound on that song, as it’s based around different wars that have been happening recently.

“We wanted that metallic sound to represent the metal that’s used in tanks, guns, bombs and bullets in wars.”

Ms Jungalwalla said she hopes listeners will be able to connect with the exploration of ‘self’ which is evident through the album.

“I hope people take away that we all go through times and moments where we have imposter syndrome, lack self-confidence, mull over our place in the world but that we should always know deep down that we can do the hard things, we have the knowledge and experience to be

confident in what we want and where we want to go in life,” she said.

“Ainslie was a huge influence for us on the album, she really empowered us to bring out the best in ourselves.

“Musically we have a lot of inspirations from Bahamas to Led Zepplin to Nina Simone.

“We were trying to figure out how we could incorporate the title of the album and single ‘Punching Underwater’ with a visual.

“We came up with the idea of dressing in boxing gear and filming it in a disused pool.

“When we put the word out some friends suggested the pool at the Old Beechworth Gaol.

“It also happened to be where our cinematographer, Richard Iskov, has his studio and it was perfect; it’s 100 years old and just looked so cool and was super easy for Richard.

“We always try to support other local creatives and knew of Richard through Jerun Turlak as he’s done some filming for us in the past.

“We just love the North East for its support of the arts, for

the amazing creatives that work within the region and also know we have some brilliant locations in our area that we always like to try to promote and use.”

After three years of hard toil to create and release the album, both Ms Leahy and Ms Jungalwalla are celebrating their efforts by touring around the country.

“It feels great to have the album out in the world, people

have really taken it on as a listening experience from start to finish and then played it over and over again which is all we can ask for.”

This Way North will be playing at the Yackandandah Folk Festival this week, held on Friday, March 22 to Sunday, March 24.

For more information and tour dates, go to https://www. thiswaynorth.com/.

with Teresa McMahon CLINICAL PHARMACIST AND PRACTICE MANAGER AT SOUTH WANGARATTA MEDICAL CENTRE with Russell Ferguson NORTH EAST FASTENERS

The most convenient portable tool kits

KINCROME’S blow mould case portable tool kits are perfect for the tradesperson on the go.

These toolkits are set to industry standard in quality and usability.

Not only are they useful for a tradesperson who may be working off-site and remotely, their compact size and essential tools also makes them a potential go-to tool kit for your home garage.

All the tools you need are equipped in the tool kit including combination spanners, a variety of hex keys, knives pliers and more.

These high class tools can be used in a range of different industries including automotive, construction and agriculture.

All of the tool kits in the blow mould case tool kit range also feature a soft grip carry handle for your convenience.

They come in a range of sizes with one to suit everyone from the 150-piece kit to the 70-piece kit, which features the new Mini BMC case design for those looking for the most compact tool kit.

The blow mould case potable tool kits are now available in store at North East Fasteners.

What is endometriosis?

WELCOME to another month and a new season.

March is endometriosis month.

There has been a fair bit of coverage surrounding endometriosis recently in general media and social media but I wanted to bring it back a little bit and focus on what endometriosis is and symptoms which would lead you to see your GP.

Endometriosis is a chronic condition that affects millions of women worldwide.

It occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside of it, typically on other pelvic organs like the ovaries, fallopian tubes, or bowel.

This misplaced tissue behaves like the uterine lining, thickening, breaking down, and bleeding with each menstrual cycle.

However, unlike normal menstrual blood, this tissue has no way to exit the body, causing inflammation, pain, and sometimes the formation of scar tissue and adhesions in the areas it has grown in.

menstrual bleeding, fatigue, and in some cases infertility.

However, it’s important to note that symptoms can range from mild to severe and may not always correlate with the extent of the condition.

Speaking to your GP about symptoms is crucial for early diagnosis and management.

Endometriosis is sometimes dismissed as expected discomfort which can lead to years of unnecessary pain.

Early intervention can help alleviate symptoms and may help to prevent some complications.

Your doctor and potentially a specialist can work with you to determine the best course of treatment for you.

Treatment options may include pain management, hormone therapy, or surgery to remove endometrial tissue.

Symptoms of endometriosis vary, but may include pelvic pain, especially during menstruation, intercourse, or bowel movements, as well as heavy

By raising awareness and seeking medical help promptly, women can take control of their health and improve their quality of life despite living with endometriosis.

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