Seasons Greetings 2022

2022 and 2022 and a happy New Year

FROM YOUR LOCAL DIGNITARIES

Ambulance Victoria wishes everyone a great festive season and start to 2023.

Enjoy celebrations, but please remember to stay safe and look after each other to avoid being in the back of an ambulance.

At this time of year, paramedics regularly see the devastation of road trauma. When on the road, be patient, be alert and take care – especially in situations around increased traffic.

Paramedics are often called to crashes that might’ve been avoided. Fatigue is a major contributor, but many people underestimate its debilitating effects on their driving ability.

Plan regular breaks, be aware of side effects of any medication and take a 15-minute power nap at the first signs of tiredness.

The roadside is also often a paramedic’s workplace. When you see us stopped on the roadside, please slow to pass at 40km/hr, if safe to do so. Just like you, we want to go home to our loved ones.

Whether on the road, by the water or in the sun this summer, stay cool and safe.

Keep hydrated. Have water regularly throughout the day and drink alcohol responsibly. Check in on others, particularly older people and those living alone.

Take care around water – supervise children, always swim between the flags at the beach and be mindful of swimming behind boats with motors.

Waterways can mask hidden dangers like sticks, submerged tree stumps, rocks, dangerous currents and shallow water, even in parts of lakes and rivers that look safe.

Hot cars can kill. Never leave kids, older people or pets in a parked car.

When hiking or camping, be prepared and have the right equipment. Think carefully about what to pack, carry a phone, keep a map on hand, tell someone where you’re going, watch out for uneven ground and know basic CPR.

Finally, save Triple Zero (000) for emergencies.

Every call for assistance that isn’t an emergency puts significant strain on our crews to reach those who need us the most.

We will be there for you in a medical crisis but consider whether Nurse-On-Call, a GP or another option might be more appropriate for minor issues.

As we head towards the end of another year, there is much to celebrate – our students whose commitment to their studies is inspiring; our soon to be graduates who have pushed through to the end in the most trying of times; our dedicated staff who move mountains to enable our students to succeed; our local organisations who make field work, placements and professional practice happen; and our wonderful community who continue to show resilience, adaptability and care for each other when the going gets tough.

Best wishes from everyone at La Trobe Shepparton for Christmas and the New Year. We hope your celebrations are happy and safe, whatever form they take, and look forward to welcoming you back to campus in 2023.

Best wishes,

Narelle Capp, Regional director, Ambulance Victoria’s Hume Region

Best wishes, Elizabeth Capp Head of campus, La Trobe University Shepparton

2022 and a happy New Year

FROM YOUR LOCAL DIGNITARIES

Fire Rescue Victoria wishes everyone a safe and festive holiday season.

As the year draws to a close it is a timely reminder to be switched on and fire safe as the days and weeks heat up.

Despite the recent heavy rains, it’s important not to become complacent as the threat of summer fires still exists.

Ensure you’ve cleaned around the home, including any overgrown vegetation, and that your home fire plan is up to date. Plan ahead and make this holiday season a safe and joyful one.

For more information of fire safety please visit our website at frv.vic.gov.au.

The recent floods are another example of our community working together to keep our community safe. With the weather warming up and the festive season upon us, please continue to look out for each other and stay safe. Some of the risks that you need to be aware of are:

• River/lake conditions – the floods will have changed the underwater conditions so that favourite swimming hole may not be safe.

• The long grass is drying quickly so please ensure your activities don’t start a fire.

• The roads are quite damaged by the floods so please drive carefully.

This is a high-risk time of the year for road trauma so if you’re driving, don’t get distracted and certainly don’t drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Please enjoy the Christmas and New Year period, be respectful to others and stay safe.

The strength and resilience of the Shepparton community has been inspiring through another year of challenges and disruptions. We were so happy to celebrate with the community at our EMERGE flood recovery event recently. We hope you enjoyed the opportunity to reconnect after a challenging year.

I am incredibly proud of the significant achievements GOTAFE students and staff have accomplished this year. We’ve made great strides in modernising our education facilities in

Shepparton, giving students access to state-of-theart spaces that accommodate a variety of learning needs and styles as well as industry standards.

Strengthening partnerships with the community to improve outcomes for young people has also been a priority, and we look forward to more collaborations that will foster student success in the future.

From everyone here at GOTAFE, have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. We look forward to welcoming you back next

year. Whether you’re just finishing school or considering a career change, we look forward to helping you achieve your goals in 2023. Visit our website and explore your options.

Best wishes, Commander Ashley Mills Fire Rescue Victoria

Best wishes,

Bruce Simpson Inspector, Greater Shepparton Police service area, Eastern Police Division 3 Victoria Police

Best wishes, Travis Heeney CEO, GOTAFE Shepparton

“I am incredibly proud of the significant achievements GOTAFE students and staff have accomplished this year.

2022 and a happy

2022 and a happy New Year

FROM YOUR LOCAL DIGNITARIES

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and recent widespread flooding have proven challenging for our community.

Once again, I have been very impressed with our community’s response to COVID-19 and the floods, especially in how the community and GV Health came together to support each other.

On behalf of GV Health, I would like to thank everyone who supported our staff and services; your patience and understanding has made a real difference to us and lets us continue to support the community’s health and wellbeing.

As we continue to live with COVID-19 in our community, it’s still important to stay ahead of COVID-19 by being proactive and wearing face masks, getting your next vaccine dose and checking whether you are eligible for COVID-19 medicines.

This holiday season, I’m encouraging everyone to continue to look after one another; we are a strong community and have stood together before and will continue to do so.

Wishing you safe, healthy, and happy holidays from myself and everyone at GV Health.

wishes, Matt Sharp Chief executive, Goulburn Valley Health

On behalf of all the local churches I deliver the warmest of Christmas greetings to all here in Greater Shepparton.

What a year it’s been, and we have every right to celebrate and give thanks for the great community we belong to.

In my work in the churches and Shepparton Foodshare I’ve witnessed firsthand not only the struggle and suffering, but also the amazing response from our people in getting around one another to see us through yet another crisis. So proud!

As a Christian, it reminds me of the ultimate gift in the struggle – Jesus Christ – the Christmas present that keeps on giving! We Christians believe He was sent by a loving God to save humanity from ourselves, offering the brightest light in the darkest places. He came for the downtrodden, the forgotten, the poor, the rebel and the lowly, that we may find our eternal prospects turned around!

May we all find hope in His message this Christmas, for after all, He is the reason for the season.

Christmas blessings to all.

P.S Our local churches are praying for all those who are flood affected, and aware some are still in the struggle. May God comfort and help you at this special time of year.

Best

Best wishes, Jeremy Rensford Chair, Shepparton Ministers’ Association and Shepparton Foodshare

On behalf of Greater Shepparton City Council we wish you a Merry Christmas, Happy New Year and a relaxing festive season.

This year has involved many highs and lows for us all as a community, however you all remained strong, compassionate and resilient.

Despite the region facing devastating floods, the community stuck together, helped each other out and the true Greater Shepparton spirit prevailed. You should all be extremely proud of your efforts.

The holiday season gives us all a chance to spend quality time with family and friends. It is also a chance to celebrate the achievements of the past year and welcome a fresh start in 2023.

Take care and stay safe over the Christmas and New Year period. We look forward to working with the community in 2023 to achieve many more great things for our region. See you all in 2023.

Best wishes,

Our community is a powerful contributor to our work at Lighthouse and we are grateful to our volunteers, donors and supporters have demonstrated their willingness and commitment to ensuring our young people reach their full potential and thrive.

Volunteers have assisted learner drivers in the L2P program, mentored grade six students in the SEAT program and packed over 2,600 food hampers for residents impacted by the floods as part of our GV Cares initiative. Donors include schools, clubs, businesses, and philanthropists who have provided vital funds.

Supporters have enabled the delivery of our Laptops with Love, Pit Stop, Family Haven and Life Links programs. To all our supporters of these programs and more, we say a big thank you for being part of the Lighthouse family.

Merry Christmas to all and we wish everyone happiness and health in 2023.

Best wishes, Amy Robinson Executive o cer, Greater Shepparton Lighthouse Project

CR. Shane Sali Mayor, Greater Shepparton City Council

2022 and a happy New Year

There is tinsel on the trees, crowds in local shops and smiles on kids faces – its Christmas and however you decide to celebrate, it’s a special time of year.

While many families have their own traditions, it is also a time to reflect and be grateful for what we have, spend time with loved ones and look back on the year that has passed.

2022 has had its ups and downs in our region. We continue to rebuild from the pandemic with a strong economy, but recent wet weather and flooding have tested our communities. However, in the good and bad times we see the best come out in our communities and I applaud you all for your generosity, your strength in the face of adversity, and your spirit and willingness to help others in need.

As the new year approaches, I will continue to advocate for the electorate to help build a prosperous and thriving region.

Sam Birrell Federal Member for Nicholls

Personally, it has been a momentous year. It is an honour and a privilege to have been elected as the Federal Member for Nicholls and I have tried not to waste a moment or miss an opportunity to engage with the people of Nicholls or to put the case for the support, services and infrastructure communities want.

I hope these holidays are filled with lasting memories and I look forward to meeting with many of you in 2023.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

If you require assistance with Federal Government matters, please don’t hesitate to contact my office.

Ours is a wonderfully diverse community and that means we will mark the holiday season in many ways. Yet one thing our cultures can all share at this time of year is that spirit of giving selflessly to others – be it our time, our skills and effort, or a gift.

It is often said a good education is among the greatest gifts in life.

So please indulge me in paying tribute to our school Principals and the hundreds of teachers in the Goulburn area in early childhood, primary and secondary education who dedicate their time and effort - day in and day out - to helping our children and young people benefit from this great gift.

Every teacher knows the job has professional challenges, however this act of giving is a tremendous privilege enjoyed by those in education.

On behalf of the Department of Education and Training, I thank our primary and secondary teachers for what they have given their students this year and our early childhood teachers for giving our children their best start in life. You’ve certainly earned your summer break!

To our wider Goulburn community, enjoy the company of your loved ones, stay safe and have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Best wishes,

Best wishes,

Sharon Hensgen-Smith Goulburn area executive director, Department of Education and Training

“It is an honour and a privilege to have been elected as the Federal Member for Nicholls and I have tried not to waste a moment or miss an opportunity to engage with the people of Nicholls or to put the case for the support, services and infrastructure communities want.

“On behalf of the Department of Education and Training, I thank our primary and secondary teachers for what they have given their students this year and our early childhood teachers for giving our children their best start in life.

Pictured are Evie and Spencer from Tatura Children’s Centre.

QUESTION: How old do you think Santa is? ANSWER: Old, like 23, said Evie. QUESTION: Why do you think Santa has a big belly? ANSWER: He eats too much chocolate, said Spencer.

and a happy New Year

As the year comes to an end it gives us time to reflect on what matters to us all.

For many people in our region, it has been a difficult and heartbreaking end to 2022, as we battled the floods.

It was heartening to see our community come together to support one another.

As our region continues its recovery, I encourage everyone to support local businesses and organisations that support us.

But also, to think about those who are doing it tough this year and how we can help them.

It is a time to come together, celebrate and be thankful for the people we have in our lives, and I hope you get the opportunity to come together with your loved ones.

I would like to wish everyone in the Goulburn Valley and surrounds a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Christmas is a special time of the year – a time of joy and peace as we join with family and friends to celebrate the festive season. For many it is a time for exchanging presents, endless amounts of food, cricket in the backyard and an afternoon nap on the couch.

Unfortunately for some, Christmas can be a lonely time of the year and the effects of the recent flood crisis continue to impact on many in our community. During this special time of giving, I ask you to check in on those that may be alone or vulnerable this festive season. The greatest gift you may be able to give someone is the gift of kindness and friendship.

Whichever way you celebrate this Christmas, I hope you enjoy the season of goodwill and happiness in the company of your loved ones and friends.

Together with my staff Jason, Ashe, and Tamara, I would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a safe, happy, and prosperous 2023

Best wishes, Kim O’Kee e State Member for Shepparton District

Best wishes, Wendy Lovell Member for Northern Victoria

ARTHUR DICKMANN KINDERGARTEN

DICKMANN

ARTHUR

KINDERGARTEN... Pictured from left in the back row, Zoraan, Nyna, Bayden, Gilbert, Tilly, Jkydn, Matilda, Jack, Nixon and Rylan. Pictured from left in the middle row, Rizqin, Harry, Holly, Rachel, Oliva, Miles and Zander. Pictured from left in the front row, Eloise, Sophie, Josephine, Reyah and Amari.

PATRICIA SMITH KINDERGARTEN... Pictured from left in the back row, Bilal, Will B, Dylan, Wyatt, Aliah, Phillip, Misty, Isla, Gerard, Phoenix and Jayden. Pictured from left in the front row, Hannah, Caleb, Matari, Emily, Maci, Elana, Emmy, Jiaan, Jeremiah and Evelyn.

and a happy New Year

ANIMAL MANAGEMENT OVER CHRISTMAS

GREATER Shepparton City Council will close for the holiday period on Thursday, December 23 and will reopen at 8.15am on Tuesday, January 3, 2023.

Council operates an emergency After Hours Ranger Service during the Christmas closure, to deal with animal management emergencies.

Services include livestock on Council-controlled roads, stray dogs, dog attacks, injured or sick animals, and other situations deemed to be an emergency relating to animal management.

To report an emergency, please contact Council on (03) 5832 9700 and press 1.

Non-emergency situations, such as reports of uncontained or barking dogs and wandering cats will not be attended to by Council’s after-hours service. Please report non-emergencies on the number above after Council offices have reopened in January.

The Shepparton Animal Shelter will close at 12pm on Friday, December 23, and reopen at 10am on Tuesday, January 3. Shelter staff continue to care for all animals at the shelter during this time.

If you have lost your animal and believe them to be at the shelter, please leave your details with the After-Hours Service.

If your animal is at the shelter and is microchipped, a ranger

EACH year, animal shelters are inundated with cats and dogs that were given as a gift over Christmas. Rescued animals can be fantastic additions to a family, but not when they’re given to unsuspecting or unprepared recipients. Here’s why:

A pet is for life, not just for Christmas

Yes, kittens and puppies look adorable under the tree, but deciding to take on a pet is an important decision that requires a lifetime commitment. Remember, a new cat or dog could be part of the family for 15 years or more. The RSPCA estimates that the first-year ownership cost ranges from $2,350 to $5,220 per canine, to around $25,000 over a lifetime spent on food, toys, insurance, vaccinations and vet bills.

Worst. Gift. Ever.

That cute puppy won’t seem like such a treat when they chew up a cherished item or their new kitten tears up the tree and curtains... Even when pets are healthy and well-behaved, they require maintenance and care. They require lots of time, patience, and money, which can be scarce during the holidays.

The consequences can be devastating

Many shelters reach their capacity within the first weeks of the new year, when a storm of surrendered pets hits after Christmas, leaving shelter workers to face the heartbreaking prospect of euthanising healthy, friendly, loving pets because of local of space and resources to care for them all.

If you

will contact you between Wednesday, December 28 and Friday, December 30, to arrange an appointment for collection. For any shelter enquiries phone the After-Hours Service on

(03) 5832 9700. To learn more, visit greatershepparton.com. au/xmas-hours

BE ADVISED... Council’s offices and services close over Christmas, including non-emergency animal management services and the animal shelter. Call the After-Hours Service on 5832 9700 for assistance during the closure from December 23-January 3. Photo: Supplied

have a loved one that is prepared to make a lifelong commitment to an animal, and who has plenty of time, money and patience to give, consider gifting them a gift voucher

towards a pet from your local shelter. This way, they can decide which animal is their best match when the time is right.

pets for Christmas and find other ways to treat your animal loving friends and

VOTES ARE IN FOR CUTEST CHRISSY POOCH

OUR winner of the five WB Hunters dog wash vouchers by a close vote is Kathy McPherson, with one of her Corgi pups, all ready for Christmas

Although the other entries on the page weren’t successful, we felt they still needed to be recognised in print for their efforts and cuteness.

Lucy the Lab, bestie and family to Lilly McPherson

Two-year-old pet maremmano Kalbee, a very special family member to Miriam, Moses (9) and Walt (6) McIntosh.

Olivia Murley with her best fourlegged mate Jimmy.

Two-year-old pet Maremmano Kalbee, a very special family member to Miriam, Moses (9) and Walt (6) McIntosh.

CARING FOR PETS OVER CHRISTMAS

CHRISTMAS is a wonderful time to gather, share and celebrate with your family.

Our pets are part of the family and hold an important place in our hearts and should have a way to celebrate too!

Here are five top tips on how to make sure the festive season is safe and enjoyable for your pets!

1. Avoid treats that could make them sick. Leftovers, bones, fruit mince / Christmas cake and chocolate are some of the most important foods to avoid when

choosing a ‘treat’ for your pet. Giving them their own pet treat is a much better choice.

2. Food isn’t the only thing your pet might eat at Christmas! The tree, ornaments, tinsel and presents make an alluring playground for cats and dogs and we’ve seen them eat all sorts of strange things! Wherever possible try and keep your pets supervised or away from this space!

3. Sometimes the relatives are stressful! Some pets find all the extra people, noise and excitement a bit scary. If you have a pet that stresses, the best gift might be to

giving them a safe quiet area of the house to call their own while everyone comes over.

4. Christmas is typically a hot time of year. Make sure there is shade and several sources of fresh cool water available. Some pets even enjoy ice in their water bowls!

5. Pop a present under the tree for your pet! Include something special for the furry members of your family. Our suggestion is toys, rather than treats and definitely not sweets.

Lucy the Lab, bestie and family to Lilly McPherson

Olivia Murley with her best fourlegged mate Jimmy.

FIRST PLACE... Kathy McPherson, with one of her Corgi pups, all ready for Christmas

and a happy New Year

APPLE BLOSSOMS EARLY LEARNING CENTRE

APPLE BLOSSOMS EARLY LEARNING CENTRE... Pictured from left in the back row, Willow, Jameson, Aurora, Emmet, Melanie, Anderson and Jacob. Pictured from left in the front row, Nathaniel, Jep, Tanner, Ruby, Cypress and Lakeston.

ECHUCA ROAD KINDERGARTEN

ECHUCA ROAD KINDERGARTEN... Pictured from left in the back row, Kai, Noah, Valentino, Saxson, Ava, Lincoln, Wyatt, Conor and Kaden.

Pictured from left in the front row, Max, Lucas, Noah, Evie, Billie, Xavier, Angelo and William.

FRANK R PULLAR CHILDREN’S CENTRE

FRANK R PULLAR CHILDREN’S CENTRE...

Pictured from left in the back row, Oliver, Lincoln, Sehaj, Amelia and Christiano. Pictured from left in the front row, Jed, Billy, Lara, Antayviah and Reuben.

2022 and a happy New Year

CHRISTMAS CHURCH SERVICE TIMES

ENCOUNTER CC

155 VERNEY ROAD, SHEPPARTON

Saturday, December 17Encounter CC Christmas Celebration and Carols, 5.30pm Sunday, December 25 –Christmas day service 9am

EXCHANGE CHURCH

132 WELSFORD ST, SHEPPARTON

Sunday, December 25 – 9:30am W – www.exchangechurch.org.au E – info@exchangechurch.org.au

GVCF 9 PINE ROAD, SHEPPARTON

Saturday, December 17Church in the Park at Frank McNamara Park, 4-6pm Sunday, December 25Christmas day service, 10am W - www.gvcf.org.au E - info@gvcf.org.au for more information

ST. ALBAN’S ANGLICAN 15-17 YOUNG STREET, MOOROOPNA

Saturday, December 24 - 7pm Sunday, December 25 - 9.30am W - www.facebook.com/ teamsaintalbans E- simon@mooroopnaanglican. com, or phone 5825 2031

ST. AUGUSTINE'S SHEPPARTON 95-97 MAUDE ST, SHEPPARTON

Saturday, December 245.30pm Crib Service Saturday, December 2411pm Midnight Mass Sunday, December 25 - 8:30am Christmas Day Mass

ST. BRENDAN’S CATHOLIC PARISH 121 KNIGHT STREET, SHEPPARTON

Saturday, December 24 inside St Brendan’s Church – Children’s mass at 5pm, family mass at 6.30pm, late mass at 11pm. Saturday, December 24 mass at Dookie at 7pm and SyroMalabar mass at 8pm. Sunday, December 25 – Christmas day mass at 8am and 11am.

SHEPPARTON BAPTIST CHURCH

600 WYNDHAM STREET, SHEPPARTON

Sunday, December 25 – 9am W - www.sheppbaptist.com.au E - admin@sheppbaptist.com.au or 5831 2022 for more information

SHEPPARTON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

168 HAYES STREET, SHEPPARTON

Sunday, December 25 – 9.30am W - www.sheppartonpresbyterian. org.au/ E - kreex2@gmail.com

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM THE ADVISER

BOXING DAY SALES EDITION OUT SOON

THE Shepparton Adviser will be signing off for the year soon, with a final edition to be delivered on Christmas Eve.

This will be The Adviser’s last edition of the year, which will look back at

some of the biggest news stories and milestones to happen locally, as well as information about Boxing Day sales.

Our office will be closed from 5pm on Thursday, December 22, and will reopen

in the New Year, on Tuesday, January 3. We’ll be back in your letterbox, at collection points in the community and with free news to read online on Wednesday, January 11, when

the first 2023 edition is out. Don’t miss the Boxing Day edition in your mailbox and have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the team at The Shepparton Adviser.

and a happy New Year

WE WISH YOU A VINO CHRISTMAS

REGIONAL WINE EXPERT, PAUL PHILLIPS, NAMES HIS TOP SIX FESTIVE SEASON WINES

By Stephanie Holliday

SELECTING the right drop to pair with your Christmas feast elevates the experience for yourself and your guests.

Wine expert Paul Phillips, owner of Shepparton’s Phillips Cellars and Regional Wine Centre on Corio Street, has shared his top picks for both red and white wines this Christmas.

According to Paul, it’s easy to celebrate local winemakers throughout the rich,

grape-growing region with some of the suggested drops coming from the Goulburn Valley and surrounding areas.

The red wines Paul has named as his top picks all pair well with red meat dishes such as rich casseroles and steaks. When pairing wine with red meat recipes, the wine should stand up to the richness of the food. A good rule of thumb is to pair red meat with red wine.

White wine pairs well with lighter dishes

such as seafood, appetisers, salads, cheeses and poultry.

Paul’s top six picks:

1. Pizzini Pinot Grigio $24

2. Hennings Croquet Shiraz $22

3. Wine x Sam The Victorian Prosecco $24

4. Antcliff’s Chase Riesling $26

5. Kooyonga Creek Chardonnay $20 6. Cofield Sparkling Shiraz Durif NV $20

By Stephanie Holliday

THE Queens Gardens were abuzz on Sunday evening where friends and families gathered for the annual Carols by Candlelight performance. An estimated 3,400 people were in attendance.

The weather was perfect, with a warm day of 27 degrees ensuing a balmy evening, the perfect setting to enjoy performances from a stellar line-up, eat great food from local vendors and get into the Christmas spirit.

Each year the Shepparton event brings hundreds of community members together to celebrate the festive season with singing, dancing and entertainment. Sunday saw some familiar faces and brand-new stars gracing the stage including Nicky Pummeroy, Nigel Parsons, Jazz Trio (Wade, Rachael & Brian), Aaron Wallace,

JINGLE BELLS... Approximately 3,400 people gathered in the Queens Gardens on Sunday evening for the annual Carols by Candlelight performance including Greater Shepparton Mayor Cr Shane Sali holding Chelsea Sali, Lirie Sali holding Jacob Sali and Lachlan Sali to their left. Photo: Supplied

The event was sponsored by Greater Shepparton City Council in conjunction with Foott Waste Solutions, G.M.C.U. and SPC Factory Sales and was live streamed to Christmas lovers in the region who could not attend via Council’s website.

“There was plenty of Christmas Cheer at Carols by Candlelight, everyone had a fantastic time, the weather was perfect for sitting out in the garden, and I was beyond excited to see our local performers light up the stage, everyone did a great job,” said Mayor, Cr Shane

Fortessima (Emma, Sophie, Kirsty & Jamie), Monga Mukasa, Juliana De Quilettes, Shepparton Brass & Wind, G.V. Pipes & Drums and the Turaton Christmas Choir.

Sali.

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM RUSHWORTH

CHECKING HIS LIST... GV Health Waranga Hostel resident Bill Andrews is having a word with Santa about his Christmas list. Here they are pictured at the GV Health Waranga Hostel Christmas party. Photo: Melanie Spencer