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WEDNESDAY MARCH 16, 2016

$30,000 to be won! The 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway now on

NOW is your chance to win a share in $30,000 simply by shopping local, as Shepparton’s own largest shopping promotion returns for 2016. The 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway is going to be bigger and better than ever, with not only more local businesses participating, meaning more chances to enter, but the biggest change is the total amount to be won has increased from $25,000 to $30,000. With the largest shopping promotion in Victoria and possibly regional Australia now underway in Shepparton,

the race is on to see which 20 lucky shoppers and one lucky employee will have the chance to walk away with their share of the 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway, and the best part is, they will be doing it all while supporting local businesses. Refer to the back page of the special feature inside for the full list of participating businesses and inside the feature for details on how to enter. Pictured are our 2015 winners.

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More chances to win a share in $30,000 The 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway now on continued from front page MORE than 150 participating businesses right across the city will be providing the opportunity for shoppers who spend a minimum of $10 in-store over the coming six weeks, with the chance to enter the grand giveaway. Each week, three lucky shoppers will be announced as the winners of a GMCU debit card valued at $1,000, with each weekly entry going in the draw to win the major prize of a GMCU debit card valued at $5,000 and a holiday voucher valued at $5,000 at the end of the promotion. Four lucky shoppers will also be drawn at the end of the promotion and walk away as $1,000 GMCU debit card consolation prize winners and one lucky employee from a participating business will also walk away with a $1,000 GMCU debit card. The Adviser managing director, Geoff Adams said, “It’s not every day you get a chance to win a share in $30,000 just for shopping and there are many new additions to look forward to during this year’s promotion.

“The 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway is all about encouraging shopping locally, and we all know just how important that is for the whole community. “Now being in our 13th year, we have seen such a positive response coming from local businesses and members of the community. “Last year we had a huge 68,522 entries and we are looking at even more people getting in for their chance to win this year. “We know that the entire community will once again embrace the giveaway competition and support our local businesses. “Our participating businesses include everything from mainstream retailers, jewellers, supermarkets, specialty stores, bedding, whitegoods, food outlets, tyres, fashion, furniture, toys, shoes, phones, flooring, mowers, manchester, books, giftware, computers, automotive, hardware, camping, shooting, fishing and much more, so keep an eye out for the 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway posters, entry forms and entry boxes located all across the city.

“While employees and owners of participating businesses are not eligible to enter themselves at their own businesses, but can enter at other businesses, we once again have the ‘employee participation categories,’ where $500 each is awarded to the business with the largest number of entries during the six week period, we are again awarding $500 to three businesses under the employee categories of ‘1-4 employees’, ‘5-15 employees’ and ‘16 employees or more.’ “Also as a first, we will be giving the grand prize winner a $5,000 holiday voucher from Lyn McNaught Travel as well as a $5,000 GMCU debit card. “The Adviser is proud to be working alongside GMCU and Love it Local to be offering this important promotion to the community and to help locals support their local businesses.” The competition is now officially underway with the grand $10,000 prize draw to be announced on May 4. Refer to the back page of this special feature for the full list of participating businesses and inside the feature for details on how to enter.

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How to enter the

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GET YOUR ENTRIES IN… From left, 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway models, Amy Boyd and Jack Linehan from GMCU Fryers Street branch are encouraging the community to be sure they know how to enter this year’s 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway for your chance to win a share in $30,000. Photo: Emma Hillier.

FOR your chance to win a share in this year’s 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway you have to be in it to win it, but how do you enter? All you have to do to be in with a chance is visit one of the many participating stores and when you spend $10 or more, you’ll qualify to fill out an entry form. Simply fill out your form on the spot and then drop it into the ‘giveaway draw box’ in store. It’s important to put your entry form into the box where you made your purchase. Three entry forms will be drawn each week for the next six weeks and the lucky entrants will be notified by phone from The Adviser and receive a $1,000 GMCU debit card. You can enter as many times as you like, but you must have spent at least $10 in a participating outlet and submitted an

official entry form. In week six, the final week of the 2016 GMCU $ 30,000 Giveaway, all entries received over the previous weeks will go into the major prize draw with one lucky shopper drawn to win the major prize, a $5,000 GMCU debit card and a $5,000 holiday voucher from Lyn McNaught Travel and four lucky consolation prize winners each walking away with a $1,000 GMCU debit card. One lucky staff member of a participating business, and who has signed one of the winning entries throughout the giveaway, will also take away a $1,000 debit card (drawn after the major prize). All you have to do is shop locally and you’re in for a chance to win. Look out for the participating stores and keep your eyes peeled for shops displaying the 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway posters, entry forms and boxes for your chance to win and good luck.

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Shop now for your chance to win big WHAT could be better than supporting local business by shopping locally and because you are doing so, going in the running to win a share in $30,000? Well that’s exactly what is on offer, with the region’s most important shopping promotion, the 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway, kicking off from today. Now in its 13th year, The Adviser is proud to continue to be an integral part of the region’s largest shopping promotion and its success. The Adviser managing director, Geoff Adams said, “The community really does get behind this important local promotion each year and after such a successful year during last year’s promotion, where we saw a huge 68,522 entries, we are looking forward to another exciting six weeks offering the community a chance to win big.

“The giveaway competition is a fantastic initiative and the support of the GMCU, the region’s own financial institution, as well as Love it Local, your local online business directory, continues to be strong. “The most important aspect of the giveaway promotion is the ability to generate customer sales. During the 2015 promotion, the giveaway helped to generate 68,522 individual purchases of $10 or more across a large number of participating local businesses and that certainly is exciting for the community. “Our local businesses and the people behind them are our region’s most important assets, so there has never been a better time to get behind them and show your support. You never know, it may just work out that you are one of our lucky winners.”

BACK LOCAL BUSINESS FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN… The Adviser general manager, Will Adams and managing director, Geoff Adams are encouraging the community to support local businesses during this year’s 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway promotion. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

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GMCU helps businesses to be successful HAVING been dedicated to the local community since opening their doors almost 61 years ago in Shepparton, the team at the GMCU has been a big supporter of local businesses for many years. In acknowledgment of this, GMCU is again thrilled to be throwing their support behind the region’s largest and most popular shopping promotion, the 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway. GMCU general manager, René Deen said, “Because the GMCU is ‘Customer Owned Banking,’ we are owned by the customers who use our services and so we are proud to support the local community and local initiatives that benefit the community. Supporting this major shoppers’ competition is one of the many projects that GMCU support throughout the region. “Because we are a local and regional institution that helps to drive business, the 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway is a great way to help us continue to do just that - drive business. “The giveaway promotion provides even more incentive for the community to get out and about and shop locally, and to give a boost to our local businesses at the same time. And while doing so, being in the chance to win big.”

PROUD SPONSORS… From left, GMCU general manager, René Deen and The Adviser managing director, Geoff Adams are proud that GMCU is continuing their support for the 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway. Photo: Emma Hillier.

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Local businesses benefit from

grand giveaway promotion LOVE It Local was born with the purpose of supporting local businesses online, and true to that ideal, they are once again proud to be supporting the 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway this year. Dedicated to helping local businesses stay loc al , as well as grow ing and strengthening the local community, Love it Local utilises the online, print and social media mediums to reach a larger local audience and help businesses right across the Greater Shepparton community achieve their goals. Love it Local digital marketing manager, Daniel Rober ts said, “The 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway is and has for the last

13 years been a fantastic way to help suppor t local traders and boost their sales. This goes hand-in-hand with Love It Local’s core ideal; to encourage the local community to shop local and support local traders. And let’s be honest, who doesn’t like a chance to win? “The giveaway is great for the whole community and we are ver y pleased to once again support this important local promotion.” For more information on the 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway or Love It Local, visit www.loveitlocal.com.au or phone 03 5832 8900.

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GIVEAWAY HELPS SUPPORT COMMUNITY… Love It Local digital marketing manager, Daniel Roberts is pleased to once again be supporting the 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway. Photo: Emma Hillier.

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What’s new in this year’s giveaway? THIS year the 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway promotion is set to be the biggest yet. As it says in the name, we have bumped the prize value up from $25,000 to $30,000, giving the community even more chances to win. In 2016, there will be 20 chances to win a $1,000 GMCU debit card and the chance to win big with the grand prize draw. This year, the grand prize draw will consist of a $5,000 holiday voucher thanks to Lyn McNaught Travel and a $5,000 GMCU debit card to go on a shopping spree at one of the promotion’s participating businesses. Another new addition this year will see one lucky employee at a participating business walk away with a $1,000 GMCU debit card. The winning employee will be selected out of the 20 winning entries drawn throughout the promotion. But it’s not just about what’s new this year. There are still plenty of chances for businesses to win. The ‘employee participation categories’ will once again see $500 each awarded to the business with the largest number of entries during the six week period. We are again awarding $500 to three businesses under the employee categories of ‘1-4 employees’, ‘5-15 employees’ and ‘16 employees or more.’ So, whether you are a member of the local community or an employee at a participating business, the 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway gives you more chances to win big. ADDITIONS TO THIS YEAR’S GIVEAWAY… There are a few new additions to look forward to in this year’s 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway promotion including the chance to win a $5,000 holiday voucher. Photo: Supplied.

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“You’ve got to be in it to win it” IT was luck on the side of Shepparton East’s, Tara Tracey who walked away as last year’s 2015 GMCU $25,000 Giveaway, $10,000 grand prize winner. Tara was in a rush when she entered and had purchased some nappies at Big W at the Shepparton Marketplace, not thinking she would have the time to put in her entry, but it was those few short moments spent filling in her entry, that saw her walk away with a $10,000 shopping spree at any of the 150 plus participating businesses in the giveaway. Tara said, “I only entered the competition once. I was in a rush to leave Big W but I decided to enter and now, I can’t believe I won. “It must be the luck of the Irish. “The giveaway is great. It helps to promote local business and gets locals shopping locally. “I encourage the community to get out there during this year’s giveaway and enter, because it only takes one entry. “You’ve got to be in it to win it.” ONE WINNING ENTRY… The 2015 GMCU $25,000 Giveaway $10,000 winner, Tara Tracey from Shepparton East, with her winning entry, which was the only entry she had in last year’s promotion. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

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Meet Easter Bunny and hunt down some eggs READY FOR EASTER… From left, SPC KidsTown coordinator, Tracey Toy and supervisor, Emma German are ready for this year’s Easter egg hunt at SPC KidsTown. Photo: Emma Hillier.

THIS year, the much loved SPC KidsTown Easter EGG-Stravaganza Festival will be held at twilight, to kick off both the Easter weekend and the star t of the school holidays. Running for over 10 years, this Easter egg hunt is an extremely popular event with local children and parents alike, attracting somewhere in the vicinity of 2,000 youngsters. “Easter Bunny has said that they will be bringing around 10,000 eggs to KidsTown for the event,” SPC KidsTown coordinator, Tracey Toy said. “The children need to collect up to 15 Easter egg tokens to receive their bag of eggs and this year we’re adding a special ‘golden egg’ token, which wins an instant prize of an extra chocolate Easter bunny.” There will be an opportunity to meet Easter bunny, the café will be open, the playground equipment is all accessible,

and a jumping castle and sausage sizzle have been organised especially for the event. “All proceeds from the sausage sizzle raise funds to support SPC KidsTown,” Tracey said. The event starts at 4pm, costs $3 to register for the hunt and tickets for the tr ain r ide & jumping castle can be purchased from the KidsTown café. To collect some early Easter eggs this year, head down for one night only, on Thursday, March 25, to the SPC KidsTown Easter EGG-stravaganza Festival at 7287 Midland Highway, Mooroopna, or phone 5831 4213. Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000 or a $5,000 holiday voucher. SPC KidsTown is a participating business in the 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway.

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Get to know Jack Linehan

member service officer with the GMCU Fryers Street branch What is your favourite thing about your job?

Working with some awesome people If you could only eat one more meal for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Would definitely be chicken parmigiana, chips and salad When you were younger what did you want to be when you grew up?

I wanted to be a police officer If you could only keep five possessions, what would they be?

The five possessions I would keep would be, phone, Go-pro, Scott Pendlebury jersey, TV and laptop If you could retire tomorrow, what would you do?

Travel the world What is something that you have always wanted?

A new car What was the last picture you took with your phone?

It was a face swap photo on snapchat How would you spend the $1,000 weekly prize?

Buy a $10 lunch for the next 100 days

How would you spend the $10,000 grand prize?

Either put it towards a new car or a holiday Where would you go on holiday if you won the $5,000 holiday voucher?

I would travel to Europe with my good friend, Ben Maude

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the faces Amy Boyd receptionist with the GMCU Fryers Street branch What is your favourite thing about your job?

The people I work with. I also relieve in the fraud officer role, which I enjoy If you could only eat one more meal for the rest of your life, what would it be?

My mum makes the meanest sun-dried tomato and feta quiche! When you were younger what did you want to be when you grew up?

A movie star If you could only keep five possessions, what would they be?

My phone, passport, scrapbooking, my dog, Woody and my cat, Cleo If you could retire tomorrow, what would you do?

I would travel the world for months at a time What is something that you have always wanted?

I’ve always wanted a pug so I got a pugalier What was the last picture you took with your phone?

My dog, Woody on our boat on the Murray River How would you spend the $1,000 weekly prize?

I’d go shopping for some new furniture and house décor How would you spend the $10,000 grand prize?

I’d put the $10,000 towards a new Volkswagen Beetle Where would you go on holiday if you won the $5,000 holiday voucher?

I went to America in 2014 and I would love to go back. There’s so much more to see

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Grab a duck for your plate “WE love our animals at Trelly’s Tackle World and they deserve a place right next to the mashed potato!” Trelly’s Tackle World owner, Steve Threlfall announces. In this case, Steve is heralding the start of duck hunting season on Thursday March 17. “It’s organic, free range, sustainable eating. You can bag yourself a duck with the help of the Trelly’s Tackle World experienced staff,” Steve said. “For best duck hunting spots, check the field and game website www.fieldandgame.com.au to get updates on local waterways and parts along the Murray River. Broken Creek and upstream of Nathalia are also popular spots. “For those in the know, you might consider dams on private land, remembering that you always need permission to enter private property.” Steve encourages hunters to take their fishing tackle with them, as many of the waterways form ideal fishing spots as well. For tips and advice this duck season, or for anything else to do with hunting or fishing, drop in to Trelly’s Tackle World, 209 Corio St, Shepparton, or phone 5821 6572. (Please note, they may not be experts on mashed potato!) Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000 or a $5,000 holiday voucher. Trelly’s Tackle World is a participating business in the 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway. GET HUNTING WITH TRELLY’S… From left, Trelly’s pro staff, Ross Threlfall, Shane Jones and Nick Hillman are here to help with all your hunting needs this duck hunting season. Photo: Emma Hillier.

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Featuring diamonds IF it’s beautiful jewellery you’re after, you can’t go past Stephens Jewellers fine diamond collection. From the Love and Passion or the Pink Kimberly, to the Australian Chocolate (brown) Diamond collections, there is sure to be a diamond to suit your tastes. “We also have the beautiful Passion8 collection, a super bright, perfectly cut diamond with a triple excellent rating,” Stephens Jewellers proprietor, Stephen Schneider said. The collections include necklaces, rings and earrings, all of which complement each other. Stephens Jewellers also create custom-made jewellery, using both hand-drawn and computer-aided designs. “Our highly trained diamond consultants understand that in today’s information technology-influenced world, you can easily be overloaded with technical jargon. We can help by confidently answering your questions and addressing any myths or misunderstandings you may have about mother- nature’s most precious gift. “Our expert craftsmen can create for you a unique diamond ring that is unlike any other in the world, crafted with precision and a passion for excellence.” For your beautiful, unique piece, or to see the collections, drop in to Stephens Jewellers, 52 Fryers Street, Shepparton or phone 5821 3361. Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000 or a $5,000 holiday voucher. Stephens Jewellers is a participating business in the 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway.

CREATE A MOMENT WITH JEWELLERY… From left, Stephens Jewellers sales consultants, Allison Faul and Claire Nixon with a selection from the Passion8 and Pink Kimberley collections. Photo: Emma Hillier.

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FOR DINERS AND PARTY GOERS ALIKE… The Deck owner, George Zurcas is inviting the community to come up to the recently opened and newly renovated restaurant/bar. Photo: Emma Hillier.

Party on the deck IT’S a slice of urban life in the heart of Shepparton. The recently opened and newly renovated restaurant/bar, The Deck, sits above Harris Scarfe, and sports a spacious deck for diners and party-goers alike. “We have entertainment until 1am from Thursday through to Sunday,” The Deck proprietor, George Zurcas said, “and over the weekend the place is absolutely packed and pumping.” And it’s no surprise. With the laid-back, casual atmosphere on the balcony, and a

more chic, urban setting inside, The Deck really does have something for everyone. “We encourage families to come in for lunch and dinner or pop in after work for drinks on the balcony. We also cater functions and are already booking up with these.” “There are seven screens throughout the establishment, with Foxtel, football, soccer and other sports showing, and a ‘Backyard Barbeque’ on the balcony from 9pm onwards over the weekends. Opening hours are Tuesday to Sunday,

from 11am for lunch and 5pm for dinner, and the menu consists of items such as burgers, schnitzel and a full selection of pizzas. “We have a pot and pizza special at the moment for $8.50,” George said. For food and atmosphere, check out The Deck, 198A Maude Street, Shepparton or phone (03)5821 9986. Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000 or a $5,000 holiday voucher. The Deck is a participating business in the 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway.

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Enjoy VIP status and shop to win HOW often are you treated like a VIP? At Riverside Plaza, their newly introduced VIP membership is an opportunity to feel that extra bit special. “With the recent launch of our brand new website, we’re very excited to be able to offer our VIP members text or email invitations to VIP only special events, let them know about upcoming competitions and special offers, and keep them updated on Riverside Plaza news,” Riverside Plaza marketing manager, Lyndal Ford said. “The membership is free. It’s very simple to register online and you can opt out at anytime.” “We’re also really happy to be involved again in the 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway. There are so many great prizes up for grabs and everyone has a really good chance of winning.

“In the past we’ve had some major celebrations here, with the big $10,000 winner coming through Coles Riverside. “Other winners, who took home $1,000 debit cards shopped at Muffin Break and Plus Fitness 24/7,” Lyndal said. “A l l r et a il a n d f o o d o u t l et s a r e participating this year and it’s a great opportunity for us to support local business, which we’re always keen to do.” To gain your VIP membership, visit www. riversideplazashepparton.com.au and for your chance to win big, drop into Riverside Plaza, 8025 Goulburn Valley Highway, Shepparton. Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000 or a $5,000 holiday voucher. Riverside Plaza is a participating business in the 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway.

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TWO GREAT REASONS TO SHOP AT RIVERSIDE… From left, Coles customer service, Liz Milosevich, Plus Fitness personal trainer, Jacob Warren and Muffin Break barista, Kayela Lovell. Photo: Emma Hillier.

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Are you one of our next winners? OVER the last 13 years, the GMCU $25,000 Giveaway has seen more than 200 lucky winners walk away smiling after having shopped at participating stores. Last year, with a huge 68,522 entries, 15 lucky locals each took home a $1,000 GMCU debit card and one incredibly lucky local took the grand prize of a $10,000 GMCU debit card.

BIG W... $10,000 major prize winner, Tara Tracey.

SUZANNE GRAE… Week one $1,000 winner, Linda Gillespie.

FINNY’S MANCHESTER… Week one $1,000 winner, Kaye Mulcahy.

BIG W… Week one $1,000 winner, Rose Pollock.

FAIRLEYS IGA… Week two $1,000 winner, Annette Tricarico.

SPC FACTORY SALES… Week two $1,000 winner, Colin Rogers.

CASH CONVERTERS… Week two $1,000 winner, Peter Thompson.

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BILLABONG GARDEN COMPLEX… Week three $1,000 winner, Adrienne Thomas.

SPC ARDMONA FACTORY SALES… Week three $1,000 winner, Robert Young.

PILLOW TALK… Week three $1,000 winner, Gurpreet Singh.

TASMAN MEATS… Week four $1,000 winner, Amanda Hudson.

MUFFIN BREAK… Week four $1,000 winner, Bryan Oehm.

FORTY WINKS… Week four $1,000 winner, Shane Venables.

PLUS FITNESS 24/7… Week five $1,000 winner, Luke O’Brien.

SPC ARDMONA FACTORY SALES… Week five $1,000 winner, Ray Gallagher.

LORENZ EYEWEAR SERVICES… Week five $1,000 winner, Margaret Canobie.

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Easter catalogue and new Sunday trading hours

EASTER HOLIDAY FUN… From left, Jaycar Electronics store manager, Chris Lane, retail assistant, Matthew Bradbury and duty manager, Daniel Standley with a range of toys available in the Easter Holiday Fun catalogue. Photo: Emma Hillier.

THE ‘Easter Holiday Fun’ catalogue is out now at Jaycar Electronics. “Some of our great Easter specials include quadcopters, alien invasion laser tag guns and dart boards, all of which will provide hours of fun over the Easter holiday break,” Jaycar Electronics store manager, Chris Lane said. “And don’t forget items such as metal detectors and solar panels to keep you plugged in while camping, for those who are heading outdoors for Easter.” “The best part is that our gifts are the healthier alternative to chocolate and can keep the big kids entertained as well!” For your added convenience, Jaycar Electronics is now open every Sunday from 10am until 4pm, including Easter Sunday. They will also be opening on Easter Monday for those same trading hours. “Come in on Sunday and hunt for our free little chocolate eggs, located all over the store,” Chris said. For your Easter savings, and a little bit of chocolate, head down to Jaycar Electronics, Shop 4, 575-585 Wyndham Street, Shepparton or phone 5822 4037. Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000 or a $5,000 holiday voucher. Jaycar Electronics is a participating business in the 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway.

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ACTIVITIES GALORE… From left, GV Party Planners owner, Jonelle Arnold, Shepparton Marketplace marketing coordinator, Danielle Tait and Enchanted Rainbow entertainer, Beck Wayman. Photo: Emma Hillier.

From moon sand to personalised placemats

SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN… Hannah Florrimell, 4, from U Can Dance. Photo: Supplied.

PREPARATIONS are well underway for the Shepparton Marketplace school holiday activities. “We’ve got some really fun activities lined up for the kids,” Shepparton Marketplace marketing coordinator, Danielle Tait said, “which is always a great reprieve for parents as well.”

“Enchanted Rainbow and GV Par t y Planners will be leading the sessions. “During the first week, between 11am and 2pm, Monday to Friday, there will be a focus on Science Week, where the kids can make something weird and whacky every day to take home, including sticky volcano eggs, silly putty, moon sand and more. “In week two, between 11am and 2pm, Monday to Friday, there is an opportunity to make and decorate your own garden stepping stone and personalised placemat.” ‘U Can Dance’ workshops will also be running in week two on Thursday, April 7 and Friday, April 8. These demonstrations and workshops will cover a wide range of dance including break dancing, hip hop, ballet, jazz, tap and a special tots and tutu session for the younger kids. Of course, there is always the chance to meet the Easter Bunny, as he will be roaming throughout the centre with lots of Easter eggs to give away! See the website or Facebook page for scheduled times. Remember, too, that the 2015 GMCU $25,000 Giveaway winner, Tara Tracey, shopped at Shepparton Marketplace’s Big W last year and took home the $10,000 grand prize. “We’re very happy to be involved with the giveaway again this year, with over 40 businesses participating,” Danielle said.

For Easter fun and your chance to win big, drop into Shepparton Marketplace, 110 Benalla Road, Shepparton or visit www. sheppartonmarketplace.com.au Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000 or a $5,000 holiday voucher. Shepparton Marketplace is a participating business in the 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway.

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Have a Coopers cool Easter WITH three price points – low, medium and high – the Coopers range of home brew kits has something for everyone. Phillips Cellars manager, Paul Phillips said, “The ‘Original’ series comprises the more commonly consumed styles; the ‘International’ range offers flavours from Europe, Mexico, Canada and England; and the ‘Thomas Cooper’ selection is your craft beer series for the Australian drinker. “It’s a great way to save money on your beer, as the prices range from 25 cents per stubby to 40 cents per stubby, “ Paul said. “You’ll get 60 stubbies per batch and fermenting time takes one week. We strongly recommend another 4-6 weeks in the bottle for the beer to mature.” The home brew kit, which retails between $125 and $145, will make a great addition to any Easter celebration and already comes with one set of ingredients. To find out more and to grab your kit, head to Phillips Cellars, 119 Corrio Street, Shepparton, or phone 5821 2051. Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000 or a $5,000 holiday voucher. Phillips Cellars is a participating business in the 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway.

THE PERFECT BREW FOR EASTER… Phillips Cellars manager, Paul Phillips knows all about the Coopers brew kit range. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

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DATA PARTS CAN HELP… Data Parts owner, Adrian Jones is reminding Apple lovers that after the major recall on Apple adaptors, Data Parts can help. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Recall on Apple adaptors “MANY may not be aware that there has been a major recall on Apple adaptors from iPods, iPhones, iPads and laptops sold between 2003 and 2015,” Data Parts owner, Adrian Jones said. “Customers can have these adaptors replaced, either by going through Apple directly or by coming into an Apple service agent such as Data Parts, where we can easily switch them over.” Data Parts is your local Apple service dealer for the region and, along with selling the entire Apple range, they also have quality Windows laptops and desktops from

manufacturers like HP, Toshiba, Lenovo, ASUS and Acer. Adrian says that customers get the complete package when they buy from his store, as Data Parts can help set up equipment, plus recommend good virus protection, assist with transferring data and more. “This is not the typical chain store experience,” said Adrian, “because not only do we sell the products, we also offer customer service and back up.” “We have four full time technicians in-house and four who travel on-site for

business support.” Data Parts is currently running a bonus offer with the latest Mac Air, where you will receive an extra 4G of data, to the value of $160. If you need to return your adaptor, or you’re in the market for some new technology, now is the time to drop in to Data Parts, 3 Edward Street, Shepparton, or phone 5821 7155. Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000 or a $5,000 holiday voucher. Data Parts is a participating business in the 2016 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway.

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