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Will your vote count this election? Stand Up It’s our turn I have lived in Shepparton for 35 years. I come from the farm, have raised a family, been a small business owner and am a passionate advocate for our region. I am dismayed by the decline that has set in and strongly believe this is due largely to the continued chronic level of underinvestment in infrastructure and services by the state and federal governments. As an Independent I will stand up for what is best for Shepparton. I will work to ensure Shepparton is at the table when it comes to funding allocations, is at the table when it comes to planning for infrastructure today and for the future, and that this electorate is not forgotten again. While Shepparton is recognised as being the second safest seat in Victoria we will continue to miss out. I believe the decades of loyalty displayed by the community of the Shepparton district has been taken for granted. We are continually overlooked when it comes to the levels of funding that our regional cousins regularly benefit from. Our region is excluded by decision makers in the key areas of transport, infrastructure, health and education. Governments of the day seem prepared to let our community reach crisis point before providing any funding and support. This election, I am asking the people of the Shepparton district to: • Consider why we have become conditioned to continually compromise • Refuse to accept a future that condemns many of our children and grandchildren to long-term unemployment • Stand up and use your vote to demand our fair share of funding and investment Suzanna Sheed Independent for the District of Shepparton
Suzanna Sheed Independent for Shepparton Authorised by Peter Eastaugh, 77 Numurkah Road, Shepparton 3630
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Locals who are standing up. “Our region has many strengths but we need to be attracting and utilising 21st century technologies from around the world to achieve sustainability. I believe our loyalty must not be taken for granted, our support must be earned by policies that benefit our region and harness our strengths.” - John Pettigrew
“We are a growing region but for us to truly be able to develop in terms of agriculture, industry, education, health, the arts and tourism we need to be supported. I am of the strong belief that we need the major parties to pay more attention to this district. Suzanna offers a real choice this election.” - Kevin (Gunna) Ryan - Tatura
“I believe Suzanna is the best way to influence investment on Yorta Yorta land.” - Paul Briggs - Yorta Yorta Country
“Suzanna is experienced and insightful when it comes to the social, cultural and economic needs of our region. I believe she will represent us strongly, fairly and without being limited by political bias.” - Alice Tallis - Dookie
“I love living in Shepparton and I love the fact that I have friends from so many different cultures and nationalities. What I don’t love is that we continually miss out. We could have a great future but the lack of infrastructure is leaving us lagging behind. My dream is to see Shepparton a marginal seat, rather than one of the safest seats in the Australia.” - Michelle Luscombe - Toolamba
“I believe Shepparton deserves better. I believe an independent has so much to offer to the Shepparton community. It is time for change and to give our community a chance of a strong independent voice in the Victorian Parliament.” - Monga Maulidi - Shepparton
“Of recent times I believe The Nationals have just expected to get the Shepparton District vote. We are being penalised for our loyalty. I like the fact that an independent doesn’t have to toe the party (that is political party) line.” - Tony Villani - Kialla
“Suzanna represents the district of Shepparton not a party – it is time for the Left and Right to unite for the future of Shepparton.” - Ro Allen - Shepparton
“We need someone in Spring Street that is just about Shepparton, not the party. In this day and age loyalty accounts for nothing. Ballarat, Bendigo, Geelong this is where the State Government puts its efforts and funding - it is our turn to be the squeaky wheel.” - Liz Ainsworth - Shepparton
Policy positions Transport • Reduced journey times for our people and produce Equitable access to fast, reliable and frequent trains • A full commitment to the staged delivery of the Goulburn Valley bypass Education • A strategic and consultative review of our education model to engage our young people and match the needs of our industries and employers
If you were in the position of holding the balance of power, which of the parties would you side with? I will stand up for what is best for Shepparton. All my decisions will be based on what I believe to be the best outcome for the district of Shepparton. I am committed to consulting extensively with the community and local special interest groups to develop a clear understanding of any issue that may be of relevance to our district.
Why do you think the people of Shepparton should vote for you? I provide real choice and an opportunity for a different future. There is an old saying – do what you have always done and you will get what you have always got. It may not be the Queen’s English, but it rings true for me when it comes to life, business and politics. I believe it is time to really challenge the electorate to think about how they cast their vote and to think about the future they want not only for themselves but also for the next generation. This election will have a lasting impact on the future of the Goulburn Valley.
Health
How will you tackle drugs in our community?
• A full commitment to the complete staged redevelopment of Goulburn Valley Health
Sadly, ICE is having a devastating impact on rural and regional communities across Victoria. There are examples both within Victoria and in New Zealand of practical and timely steps that can be taken to tackle this epidemic. One of the first steps will be for the government to truly recognise there is a problem and that punitive measures will not stop the meth labs, will not stop the dealer and will not stop ICE destroying lives. I want to see a bipartisan approach. I want to explore regional treatment facilities. I want to explore ways to stop the ease of producing the drug and the ease of trafficking.
People before Party Politics • Independent representation of the Shepparton District without the limitation of party politics, I will always put the needs of the community first
Q & A with Suzanna Why have you decided to stand as an Independent this election? I can no longer watch our community continually be over-looked when it comes to major investment, allocation of services and growth opportunities. I believe it is time to put people before political parties and ensure the district of Shepparton receives its fair share of funding in line with the regions of Bendigo, Ballarat, Geelong and Gippsland.
Suzanna-Sheed
What is your position on rail? Quite clearly the regional city of Shepparton, its residents and businesses, are disadvantaged by the current disparity in rail infrastructure in Victoria. What I’d like people to understand is that V/Line in their Strategic Operations Plan from 2011 had recommended that increases to return services from Shepparton be introduced in 2012. They also identified that journey times between Shepparton and Melbourne could be reduced to 2hrs by as early as 2012. A journey time of 2hrs would make us a commuter line like Bendigo, Ballarat, Geelong and Gippsland. This would have a significant impact on opportunities for regional growth, employment, education, business growth and health services. They have had the ability, but have clearly lacked the will. If elected, I will not only demand that the government immediately introduce an additional evening service, but also I will be requesting that Shepparton be one
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Livelihood of township in jeopardy Funding issues cause road closures and blocked tourism By David Lee TOURISM is the lifeblood of many small regional townships, but the people of Strathmerton are staring down the barrel at possible business closures after Parks Victoria closed off a number of the area’s popular camping spots. The closures, which Parks Victoria say came about due to roads not being able to be maintained, have already taken its toll on the town’s people and businesses, with the blockages in place over one of the region’s more popular camping holidays, the Melbourne Cup weekend. With most of the residents having lived and worked in the town all their lives, their concerns are growing the longer the closures are in place. Railway Hotel Owner, Jo Donelan says that without the popular camping areas being opened the town would die. “The concrete road blocks were put into place the week before Melbourne Cup which is Continued on page 16 prime time for tourism here.
CLOSURES A CONCERN… Local Strathmerton Resident, Peter Webb (pictured) is concerned that the closure of roads leading to popular camping sites around the area will mean less visitors and a diminished tourism appeal. Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.
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NEWS
SHOW UPGRADE… A $21,000 upgrade to the Shepparton Showground’s power supply, will see a safer and more reliable show next year. From left, Shepparton Agricultural Society President, Lloyd Ohlin, Shepparton Agricultural Society Secretary, Julie Winch and The Nationals Candidate for Shepparton, Greg Barr. Photo: David Lee.
A safer and more reliable power supply By David Lee A SAFER and more reliable power supply for the Shepparton Agricultural Show will be seen next year, after the Victorian Coalition Government announced it would provide $11,000 in funding toward a $21,000 upgrade of the showground’s power systems. With plans in place to purchase 15 portable power boxes before next year’s show, as well as the purchase of umbrellas, the upgrade will see issues such as power overloads and safety concerns of power cords running across the grounds solved. Shepparton Agricultural Society President, Lloyd Ohlin said,
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“This will help toward keeping the show going. We wanted to make it 150 years and beyond, and this funding will certainly play a part in helping it get there. “This will also better provide for the trade sites that visit during the show, which is important.” Minister for Agriculture, Peter Walsh said, “This upgrade will help to take the stress off the power supply and create a safer environment for everyone involved with the show and visitors.” The Nationals Candidate for Shepparton, Greg Barr said, “It’s an enormous effort to put the show on and Shepparton would be lost without the Shepparton Agricultural Society.”
NEWS DONATION GETS DIRECTION… A Shepparton Taxis’ Driver has collaborated with local businesses to secure four GPS devices to donate to local Ambulances. From left, Shepparton Taxis’ Driver, Rocky Costa, Ambulance Victoria Group Manager Western Hume, John Morris and The Hotel Australia Owner, Paul Tsorbaris. oPhoto: David Lee.
Life saving navigation donated to ambulances By David Lee FOUR Shepparton ambulances have been fitted with GPS devices this week, after local Taxi Driver, Rocky Costa, together with help from The Hotel Australia (The Aussie) Owner, Paul Tsorbaris and The Good Guys, donated the navigation devices. It was a ride to Melbourne that revealed to Rocky that there were four ambulance vehicles in the Shepparton area that were not fitted with the devices, and both The Good Guys and The Aussie were more than happy to chip in. Shepparton Taxis’ Driver, Rocky Costa said, “Having a GPS built in was something I thought all ambulances had. After I heard about
the four ambulances in Shepparton that didn’t have them, it played on my mind, so I started looking into how it could be organised to get some. “The Good Guys were great enough to reduce the cost of the devices for us. “The way I saw it, the costs were worth the lives that will be saved.” Paul said, “Rocky brought the idea to us to buy the GPS devices and we thought, well if it is going to save a life it’s well worth our investment.” Shepparton Taxis Pty Ltd Chairman, Stephen Armstrong said, “You would think it was essential for ambulances to have GPS systems,
we thought it would be a nice gesture to offer to buy GPS systems for the ambulances for the fantastic service they provide to the community. We’re happy that in some small way we could be a part of saving somebody’s life.” Ambulance Victoria Group Manager Western Hume, John Morris said, “If someone is on a ‘Code 1’ and they’re very sick, it’s frustrating for the crew if they can’t locate a residence. “These GPS devices will be back-ups for the Spatial Vision Map system the vehicles already use, but it is very important to have further navigation aids.”
Get your votes in By David Lee SIX candidates are holding their breaths on the lead up to the state election this weekend, when residents from across the Shepparton Electorate will take to the polling booths to decide who will take the seat. With many already taking the opportunity to vote early at the early voting centre at 1/33 Vaughan Street in Shepparton, official voting will take place this Saturday at 31 locations across the electorate. Vying for the seat of Shepaprton is Australian Greens Candidate, Damien Stevens, Independent Candidate, Suzanna Sheed, The Nationals Candidate, Greg Barr, Australian Labor Party Candidate, Rod Higgins, Australian Country Alliance
Candidate, Michael Bourke and Independent Candidate, Diane Teasdale. Shepparton District Election Manager, Mick Bastian said, “For those who it isn’t convenient for to vote on the day of the election, the early voting centre is open from 8:30am to 6pm until Friday 28 and open until 8pm on Saturday, November 29. “This year, the size of the Shepparton District area has increased and now includes places like Wunghnu, Numurkah, Strathmerton and Barmah. “We do have teams visiting hospitals, nursing homes and retirement facilities to allow people there to cast their vote.” For further information on how to vote or where voting centres are, visit www.vec.vic. gov.au
VOTING NOW OPEN… Early voting is now open for this week’s state election at 1/33 Vaughan Street, Shepparton and 31 voting centres will be available across the Shepparton District area to cast votes on Saturday, November 29. Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.
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EVENTS
COMMUNITY CONNECT
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UPCOMING NUMURKAH FRIENDS OF THE LI BR A RY invite you to join them for a C h rist mas celebrat ion to be held at the Nu mu rkah Librar y on Wed nesday, November 26 from 5pm. SHEPPARTON SENIOR CITIZEN monthly concert will be held on Thursday, November 27. Entertainment provided by Tom Routlidge. Entry is $3 and afternoon tea is provided. For further information, contact Shirley 5821 9580. AN ICE AWARENESS INFORMATION COMMUNITY FORUM will be held at the Eastbank Centre on Thursday, November 27 at 7pm for a 7:30pm start. Guest speakers will include members of the health, police and community sectors. For more information, phone Jim Gow from Word and Mouth on 0437 771 114. SHEPPARTON VILLAGES is having fete on Saturday, November 29 between 11am and 3pm at Tarcoola Village, 9 Batman Avenue, Shepparton. All welcome. All funds raised will go to the Shepparton Village Redevelopment Fund. ATTENTION ALL MOTORCYCLISTS. The Ulysess Motorcyle Recreation Riders Club in Echuca yearly ‘toy run’ is on November 29, leaving from Bunnings Warehouse car park at 8:30am sharp. The ride is from Echuca via Lockington-Rochester- Corop- KyabramTongala and back to E chuca. Fu r ther information, phone Michael on 0419 514 824. SHEPPARTON SPIRITUALIST CENTRE INC. are holding a mediation session on Sunday, November 30 from 12pm and service with Heather Stewart from 1:30pm at Mooroopna Education and Activities Centre, 23 Alexandra Street, Mooroopna. All welcome. For more information, phone Denise 0432 107 229.
C OM M U N I T Y SA F ET Y GROU P NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH MEETING, will be held on Tuesday, December 2 at 7:30pm at Shepparton Police Station, Welsford Street, Shepparton. For further information, phone Cathie McMaster on 5821 9943. SH EPPA RTON ACCESS will celebrate International Day of People with Disabilities with an evening with Dean Clifford on December 2 at the Shepparton Mechanics Institute, 227 Wyndham Street, Shepparton. Cost is $20 per person. Tickets can be purchased by calling 5831 6180 or by visiting Shepparton Access, 227 Wyndham Street, Shepparton. A TWO DAY CHARITY GARAGE SALE will be held at 197 Echuca Road, Mooroopna, on Friday, December 5 from 12 noon to 4pm and Saturday, December 6 from 7:30am to 1pm. Donations of goods are accepted and with proceeds going to Hospice. For enquiries, phone Dawn, 5825 1555 or Marg, 5821 4426. A COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS craft, music, stories, games, puppets and refreshments event will be held on Monday, December 22, Tuesday, December 23 and Wednesday, December 24 from 9:30am to 11:30am each day at Shepparton Uniting Church, 136 Maude Street, Shepparton. Cost is $12 and places are limited. Phone Lyn, 5821 1242. ONGOING GRACE TALK All of your questions on the world today and God will be answered by a Bible Teacher of 35 years. The talk is a nondenominational, non-profit, no fee, totally free teaching of the Bible and its author. Phone 5825 5301 or 0418 560 575.. Tell us about your ‘not for profit’ community events, email classifieds@sheppartonadviser. com.au or fax 5832 8920 (information is required at least 2 weeks before an event)
Former Prime Minister to appear in Shepparton SPECIAL VISIT… Former Prime Minister, John Howard (pictured) will be coming to Shepparton this weekend, holding a special presentation, book signing and question and answer time. Photo: Supplied.
FORMER Prime Minister, John Howard will be making a special visit to Shepparton on November 29, for a presentation, book signing and question and answer time. Broug ht about t ha n ks to C ol l i ns Booksellers, the visit will be held at the Quality Hotel Parklake from 12pm, with tickets coming to a cost of $50 and will include a two course luncheon. For further information, or to buy tickets, visit Collins Booksellers at 262 Maude Street, Shepparton or phone 5822 2679 or email shepparton@collinsbooks. com.au
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RESPONSE: KNOW WHERE YOUR VOTE GOES Dear Editor, In response to Martin Rourke’s letter, ‘Know where your vote goes’ in The Adviser, November 19 edition. Some facts need to be mentioned about Mr Rourke’s comments. Firstly, Australian Country Alliance (ACA) is not affiliated with any other party in any way, shape or form despite Mr Rourke’s accusations. In his letter, Mr Rourke repeatedly refers to information from newspaper articles from 2006, when ACA was known as Country Alliance and was in its early stages of formation. The fact about ACA is that it is made up of people from both sides of politics who believe that both major parties have let us down on a number of issues including recreation, water, cost of living, small business and mental health. What Mr Rourke clearly has trouble doing, is refreshing his internet browser from Netscape to the current status of our expanded party. These repeated attacks from Mr Rourke are not factual and bring into question his ability to decipher today’s political climate. ACA aims to make political points of the issues which affect our region and raise them with the government of the day. It’s time for a refreshing change to make Shepparton ‘greater’ again. Yours sincerely, Steven Threlfall Australian Country Alliance
VOTE FOR THE BEST TO REPRESENT Dear Editor, My husband, Greg Barr is standing as The Nationals Candidate for Shepparton at the upcoming election. All this talk about Shepparton not getting its fair share is rubbish. Don’t be fooled by all the flashy ads and billboards saying ‘It’s our Turn.’ We are talking
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about governing the Shepparton Electorate not whose turn it is on the playground swing. The Independent – Suzanna Sheed will say anything to get in. She is still saying Shepparton missed out on a Tech School. Does she not realise that a State of the Art ‘Trades Skills Centre’ is being built at McGuire College, which will service all the public high schools in Shepparton and Mooroopna? She must have missed that one. The Nationals have been delivering millions of dollars to this electorate. The $22M for SPC, $10M for the Youth Foyer, $73M for the Shepparton Court, $75M commitment to the GV Health hospital if the coalition is returned, increases of trains services to Melbourne to name just a few. Greg Barr, has been out in the community engaging with people from all over the electorate, everyday nearly all year unlike the Independent Candidate who decided a few weeks ago to stand almost as if it was an afterthought. Greg is the only candidate that has a grasp of what Shepparton needs and wants. The Nationals continue to get elected and that is because they do represent the communities’ interests. The Nationals give country people a voice. They give great service to country people and no Independent will have the power to do anything for the Shepparton Electorate if elected. The community will vote for the best candidate to represent them and their interests and that will be my husband Greg Barr. Yours sincerely, Susan Barr Katandra West
Dog’ would be elected here, as long as it was a member of the Country/National Party. Year after year we watch and moan when marginal electorates in the Bendigo, Ballarat and Geelong regions get hundreds of millions of dollars spent on them, while we are tossed a couple of crumbs like one extra train, $20M for SPC and unfunded pipe dreams (portrayed in the media as National Party driven) that are, or are about, to happen. But what do we do at the next election? We vote The Nationals back by a big margin. What is it that the voters of Shepparton electorate don’t get? Last year in the Federal Election the voters of Indi, fed up with years of being ignored because of their safe seat status, tossed the conservatives out and elected a strong independent in Cathy McGowan. It’s time the Shepparton electorate did the same here. This state election we have two very high quality candidates, Suzanna Sheed running as an independent and Rod Higgins for the Australian Labor Party. Hopefully these candidates have thought about their preference allocations and voters will put these candidates first and second and The Nationals last. Even if The Nationals win again, they won’t have a big margin and will no longer be able to ignore us as they have for the last 50 or so years. To quote Sam Kekovitch “You know it makes sense!” Yours sincerely, Ern Meharry Shepparton
YOU KNOW IT MAKES SENSE Dear Editor, The Shepparton Electorate has a long history of being both politically apathetic and conservative leaning. In fact it could be stated that even the ‘Drovers
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Dear Editor, I was surprised and shocked at the announcement of Daniel Andrews’ media release headed ‘More firefighters and more support under Labour’ dated 18th November 2014. Does he realise that putting paid firefighters into outer metro fire stations and regional centres does not make Victoria more fire safe. These paid members are employees that will be on fixed rosters at urban fire stations to provide cover for structural fires. They are not available for surge capacity for bush fires. In fact these employees will displace volunteers who are currently available for both structural fire risks and bush fire risk, and who will become disempowered and lost to the system. These new employees will require new fire stations and new fire trucks, which have not been mentioned in your press release. There is no mention in his press release of how the new paid fire fighters and the associated new fire stations and fire trucks will be funded. If the fire levy is to be maintained at its current level then the volunteers, by necessity, will have a reduction in the level of financial support to cover his promises. Our old tin shed fire stations will not be replaced and our old - more than 20 year old trucks will not be replaced.
The reintroduction of the Fire-Brigade Reference Board again disempowers and alienates volunteers as the needs and requirements of the paid staff always comes first. I am also dismayed that he has indicated that the eligibility for financial support for volunteers who develop one of the 12 listed cancers fire fighters contract due to their fire fighting involvement, will be the same as in Tasmania, where the Government discriminates against volunteers. To automatically include support to all paid staff who develop these cancers while excluding volunteers is quite inequitable. As an example, I compared notes of my turnouts with a good friend of the family who was a paid fire fighter in the MFB, over a period of five years. He had turned out more times (generally to false alarms in buildings and rubbish bin fires), but I had turned out to more bush fires, car, truck fires and house fires. The new policies indicate he does not care about the bush and the 58,000 CFA volunteers, and that he has a total disregard for the voters in the bush that may have supported his party. I look forward to a reversal of this policy. Yours sincerely, John Dunn District 22 Chairperson Volunteer Fire Brigades Victoria
Unique regional experience By David Lee STUDENTS studying Master of Business Administration (MBA) with La Trobe Universities across the state had a unique opportunity to visit regional businesses in the Goulburn Valley last week, gaining insights into what makes the region the food bowl of Victoria. The inaugural MBA Regional Study Tour saw four students from Bendigo, four students from Melbourne and one student from Mildura explore the challenges and opportunities of operating in regional centres, and spent three days conducting site visits at Turnbull Bros. Orchards, the Murray Goulburn Co-op and Goulburn Murray Water. MBA Director, Professor Amalia Di Iorio said, “The La Trobe MBA Regional Study Tour is unique amongst Australia’s MBA programs. It allows students to leave the classroom for the flourishing commercial domain of regional Victoria’s food, wine and arts sectors.” “Our students have learned how the Goulburn Valley’s entrepreneurs and leaders are shaping industry in Victoria and how they are steering growth in their respective organisations.”
UNIQUE STUDY TOUR… From left, La Trobe Master of Business Administration Students, Kellie Coff (Mildura), Daniela Stramandinoli (Melbourne), Rushan Hewawasam (Melbourne) and Jess Burrows (Bendigo). Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.
La Trobe MBA Student from Bendigo, Jeremy White said, “This tour has been really beneficial. Some of the things we get to experience, I have covered in the past but it is great to get a refresher on some of the small businesses and how they operate as well as examine their structure. “It was great to see everything from growing to manufacturing and sales.”
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news FRESH PRODUCE… Shepparton Access’s brand new concept store, EcoStore has opened its doors at 245 Wyndham Street, Shepparton. Pictured, EcoStore Staff Member, Kaylene Rook. Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.
EcoPark; from park to plate A BRAND new concept store is bringing produce and goods from the park to the plate , t h roug h Sheppa r ton Ac c e ss’s EcoStore. L o c ated at 245 Wy nd ha m St re et , Shepparton, the store is a retail outlet that sells produce from EcoPark, including a variety of seasonal herbs and vegetables, sauces, chutneys, eggs as well as wooden and ceramic craft items. Shepparton Access Business Manager, Mark Brodie said, “The purchase of the
Wyndham Street location created an unlimited opening for a retail outlet for the produce from EcoPark. The furnishing of the store has involved the use of recycled wood and other products, and has created an immense opportunity for people at Shepparton Access to learn new skills, make and produce items for sale and to become a part of the local community. “We invite the community to come in and explore the many items that are on display and purchase their favourite produce.”
Sheed derails coalition promises THE announcement last week that the Coalition Government would introduce additional evening and weekend train services has been derailed by Independent Candidate for Shepparton, Suzanna Sheed, who says it is merely an attempt to appease the people of Shepparton. Suzanna Sheed said, “Once again the Shepparton electorate has been stranded way short of the platform in what can only be described as a blatant attempt by the Coalition and Nationals to pacify the people of Shepparton. “These services were identified way back in 2011 in V/Line’s Strategic Operations Plans. Clearly they continue to see Shepparton as a safe seat not worthy of the pre election promises being paraded in front of the marginal seats of Bendigo, Ballarat and Geelong. “What I’d like people to understand is that V/Line, in their Strategic Operations Plan from 2011, had recommended that these increases to services be introduced in 2012. They also identified that journey times between Shepparton and Melbourne could
be reduced to 2hrs in 2012 but 2015 was more likely. “A journey time of two hours would make us a commuter line like Bendigo, Ballarat, Geelong and Gippsland. This would have a significant impact on opportunities for regional growth, employment, education, business growth and health services. They have had the ability but have clearly lacked the will. “By 2016 the plan recommended that Shepparton be given the opportunity to benefit from commuter style services, such as those enjoyed by our other regional neighbours. The recent announcement is not due to take effect until 2016-17. Once again we are staring down the barrel of being toyed with and strung along until they absolutely have to do something - it is simply not good enough. “If elected I will not only demand that the government immediately introduce the evening service, but I will be requesting that Shepparton be one of the first recipients of the Velocity trains on our network certainly not one of the last.”
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BYPASS AND DRIVER TRAINING… From left, Greater Shepparton City Council CEO, Gavin Cator, Shadow Minister for Roads, Road Safety and the TAC, Luke Donnellan MP, Australian Labor Party Candidate for Shepparton, Rod Higgins, Labor Candidate for Northern Victoria, Jaclynn Symes, Committee for Greater Shepparton Representative, Peter Bicknell, and Bypass Action Group Chairman, Peter Johnson. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
Shadow Minister for Roads visits Shepparton By David Lee THE Shepparton Bypass and a driving program for youths at DECA were among the topics visited when Shadow Minister for Roads, Luke Donnellan came to Shepparton last week. Luke said, “I have seen a lot of the progress on the plans for the bypass and I think the Committee For Greater Shepparton, the GV Highway Bypass Group and Greater Shepparton City Council have all worked well together on this. “They have made it work by being sensible and cutting the costs of the project, to better suit the needs of the government.
“It is interesting that the current government hasn’t committed to it yet. “In terms of the economic benefit it looks to be substantial. The benefits for logistics and transport around the CBD are substantial. “We visited DEC A to h ig h lig ht ou r recent announcement on road safety and the focus that we are going to have on giving more year 10 students experience in a car, to get them to understand how to use a car, how dangerous a car can be and to keep driving that toll down. “We also talked about the introduction of the free licence system for three years if they get through the graduated licence system, without a penalty point.”
Road closures as road is upgraded
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THE first stage of a long awaited upgrade to Verney Road is set to begin on Monday, December 1, with road closures expected over the coming weeks and continuing early next year. The first stage, which will see an upgrade between Ford Road and Hawkins Street, is expected to be completed by Friday, March 31 next year and will include new underground drainage to construct new storm water drainage along the road centre line, road pavement construction, Hotmix asphalt, concrete works, line-marking and furniture. Closures will be in effect between 7am and 6pm daily up until Tuesday, December 23 and will resume again after Monday, January 5. The second and third stages of the project are currently being designed and funding will be sought in the coming years to
complete stages two and three. Greater Shepparton City Council Director of Infrastructure, Steve Bowmaker said, “This is an important road upgrade for the community; we have decided to upgrade the road in three stages to allow schools and residents better access, rather than works being completed in one stage and causing access and traffic delays. “ We a re c u r re nt ly work i ng w it h community members affected by stage one of the road closure which is expected to take four months; however delays to the works may occur if we experience inclement weather, such as heavy rain. “Once completed the upgraded road will provide a safer and more comfortable trip for road users and will have improved drainage,” Mr Bowmaker said. • See pages 44 and 45 for more.
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Livelihood of township in jeopardy “IF we don’t have our tourism, we don’t have our town. When people come to the area to camp they spend money at the butcher, at the bakery, they buy fuel at the service station and eat and drink at my hotel. “If this is allowed to continue it would mean I would have to close and the price of our homes will decrease. “The most disappointing part is that Parks Victoria didn’t notify all of us that this was going to happen. “We’ve sent in a petition with just under 700 signatures on it. “If the town doesn’t make its money in the summer to tide us over in the winter, it means we can’t keep our locals and youths employed. “The reason they eventually told us as to why they closed the areas was because they haven’t got enough funding to maintain the tracks and roads, but they haven’t maintained them for years.” Local Resident, Peter Webb said, “We have started to stir up a little trouble because it means a lot to the town to have campers visit. “I’ve lived here all my life and I believe the area should be opened for people to enjoy. “We don’t expect the roads to be as good as a highway, but they need to be maintained and perhaps given a grading once a year.”
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Australian Country Alliance Candidate for Shepparton, Michael Bourke said, “My main concerns are the businesses and residents. Without the correct funding, the roads can’t be fixed.” Parks Victoria District Manager, Dan McLaughlin said, “The road into some of the Ulupna Island camping areas was closed by Parks Victoria due to the safety hazard resulting from road condition after storms in late September. “It was not safe for road users (visitors or Parks Victoria staff) to travel on surfaces that are uneven and still inundated with water. The risk of cars becoming bogged is high. The risk of further damage to the road is also high, and if further damage occurs, the level and cost of repair requirements will increase. “Some road repair works have been completed in recent weeks and the majority of Barmah National Park is now open, dry and accessible, with the exception of a part of Ulupna Island. “Beaches that remain closed include Faraway Beach and Lagoon Beach within Barmah National Park and Long Beach, Brean’s Beach and Forest Beach up-stream of Barmah National Park. “Some roads remain closed until they are repaired, to prevent further damage to the road and to ensure visitor and staff safety.
TOWNSHIP TROUBLED… Local Strathmerton business owners cannot see a bright future for the town, if roads leading to the township’s popular camping areas continue to be blocked off due to Parks Victoria being unable to repair the damaged roads. From left, Australian Country Alliance Candidate for Shepparton, Michael Bourke, Strathmerton Hot Bread Owner, Glenda Kelly, Railway Hotel Staff Member, Helen Truman, Railway Hotel Owner, Jo Donelan and Strathmerton Butcher Owner, Dennis Robins. Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.
“Road repair works are continuing over coming weeks to provide access to Faraway
B each and L agoon B each within the National Park prior to Christmas.”
THE Adviser would like to clarify that in the story titled ‘Push for demand of local supply’ which ran on page 18 of the November 19 edition, the SPC General Manager Operations name was incorrect. While reading Tony Tapp in the paper, the correct name should have read Troy Topp. We apologise for any inconveniences caused.
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Create a homemade gift to delight with this delicious caramel apple gift idea.
The team at Central Tyre Services is encouraging members of the community to book in for pre-holiday servicing for safe travels this festive season.
Opera in the Alps ................... Page 5 Find out about the orchestral event of the year with Opera in the Alps to be held at Beechworth early in the New Year.
Register your ride ................ Page 16
Christmas craft ........................ Page 5 Carols by Candlelight ............Page 3
Take a look back at Carols by Candlelight, one of our favourite local traditions and how it has changed over the years.
Where we get our Christmas customs ....................................... Page 3 From Santa to gift giving, discover where we get our modern day Christmas customs from.
Create your own magic reindeer food .............. Page 4
Welcome Santa and his team of reindeers with some homemade magic reindeer food.
Enjoy a special Christmas time activity with your children with some simple Christmas craft activities.
Shepparton dons a festive spirit ............................Page 6 5
Auto care and holiday preparations ............................ Page 15
VicRoads is encouraging people to book early for their registration appointments as demand continues to increase in the lead up to Christmas.
The Christmas decorations are up and it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas right across Greater Shepparton.
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The gift of giving .....................Page 8 The Charity Card & Gift Shop is back again this year with all of your Christmas time needs and the opportunity to support local charities and organisations.
Giving joy to those most in need ............................. Page 8 The giving box appeal is providing an opportunity to share the joy of Christmas with those most in need.
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Prevent against credit card fraud ............................................ Page 16 Learn some great tips to protect you and your family against credit card fraud while Christmas shopping this year.
Support the Salvos .............. Page 17 Bunnings Warehouse is getting on board this year to support the Salvos and is encouraging shoppers to do the same.
17 I believe in Christmas ........ Page 10 Be a part of the launch of Star FM’s I Believe in Christmas campaign at Home Central this Saturday, November 29 and you could even win a $500 shopper voucher.
All you need is spare change........................... Page 14 This Christmas, Spare Change has all of your Christmas gift ideas and accessories at affordable prices.
Christmas is brewing ......... Page 15 The team at local Phillips Cellars and Regional Wine Centre have all of your home brewing gift ideas covered.
Share a powerful message this Christmas ................................. Page 18 With all of your big brand power tools and backyard ‘big boys’ toys at Shepp City Garden Equipment.
Salon perfect gift ideas ..... Page 23 Enjoy professional salon gift ideas from local Richards Hairdressing.
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Where we get our Christmas customs The Christmas tree is born The worship of trees in the forest was a common practice of Pagans, who also brought them into their homes and decorated them. This practice was adopted and painted with a Christian veneer by the Church and the tradition of the ‘Christmas tree’ was born. A Mistletoe memoir The Christian custom of ‘kissing under the mistletoe’ was formed as a variation of the ‘sexual license’ undertaken by those who celebrated Saturnalia; a week long period of lawlessness celebrated between December 17-25 by Roman Pagans. Santa’s story The tradition of Santa came from Saint Nicholas, who was only actually attributed to the custom of gift-giving after passing away December 6, 345 CE, when his bones were relocated to a sanctuary in Bari, Italy by a group of sailors who idolised him. There, the ‘Nicholas cult’ came to replace a local gift giving deity, ‘The Grandmother,’ or ‘Pasqua Epiphania,’ who used to fill the children’s stockings with her gifts. Members of the ‘Nicholas cult’ acquired this custom and would give each other gifts during a pageant they conducted annually on the anniversary of Nicholas’ death. The past of presents In pre-Christian Rome, the emperors compelled their most despised citizens to bring offerings and gifts during the Saturnalia ritual and Kalends, a celebration of the day of a new moon (in January). This ritual then expanded to include gift-giving among the general populace, but the Catholic Church gave this custom a Christian flavour by re-rooting it in the gift-giving of Saint Nicholas.
CAROLS MEMORY LANE… Shepparton’s Carols by Candlelight were a little different in 1998. Pictured, Carols by Candlelight 1998 Compeers, Don and Rod Kilgour. If you look closely you can see the use of naked flame candles was still accepted. Photo: Supplied.
Carols in its 20s SHEPPARTON Carols by Candlelight was a little different in 1998 than it is now, but it still held that festive time, community spirit. 16 years ago, when carols was still in its 20s, Don and Rod Kilgour were the Compeers and Don was the Chairman of the Carols By Candlelight Committee until 2002 when he handed the reigns over to Bruce Wilson. One big difference between the 1998 carols and today is that the use of naked flame candles was still accepted, but due to fire risks, only battery operated candles are
used today. Don said, “Over the 26 years I was involved with carols, the two most important things were the relationship between and the backing of the Shepparton Brass Band, Goulburn Valley Pipe Band and the Turaton Music Company, as well as being able to provide the best talent of the Goulburn Valley. We had at least 20 different local artists that were featured on the night throughout the years.”
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Create your own magic reindeer food IT’S a nice touch to welcome Santa and his team of reindeers in to land with some special, homemade magic reindeer food. With this simple recipe, you can sprinkle some magical reindeer food around the yard this Christmas Eve and ensure Santa’s reindeer enjoy their stop. Ingredients: • ½ cup porridge oats • 1 tsp edible red glitter • 1 tsp edible green glitter
Method: Mix oats and glitter in a small bowl until combined. Spoon into a snack-size ziplock bag and seal carefully. On Christmas Eve, sprinkle Magic reindeer food outside. Snuggle down in bed and listen out for sleigh bells!
The sweetest gift FOR a homemade g i f t idea w it h a difference, this caramel apple in a jar adds a personalised touch to gift giving this Christmas! Simple to assemble, all you’ll need is some jars, some mini M&M’s, wrapped caramels, twine or yarn, lollipop sticks and small apples. Put the mini M&M’s into the jar, top with 12 wrapped caramels, add the lid, top with the apple and tie on some twine. Add a lollipop stick and cooking instructions (if desired). Once gifted, the caramel apple can be made in the jar by removing the mini M&M’s and placing them in the lid, unwrapping the caramels and putting them back into the jar. Add 1 teaspoon of water to the jar and put it in the microwave for 60 seconds at 50 percent power. Stir and microwave for another 15-30 seconds and stir until smooth. Put a lollipop stick into the washed and dried apple. Dip the apple into the caramel in the jar. Use a knife to spread additional caramel over the entire apple. Dip and roll the caramel apple into the mini M&M’s. Fill in any empty places by adding M&M’s with your fingers. Gently press mini M&M’s into the caramel and refrigerate to set. Ingredients • 250ml, wide mouth mason jar • 12 wrapped caramels • ¼ cup mini M&M’s • Small apple • Lollipop stick • 1 teaspoon water Photos courtesy of www.thegunnysack.com
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Opera in the Alps SYMPHONY OF SOUND… Australian Vocalists David Hobson and Silvie Paladino will be among the highlights of the 2015 Opera in the Alps event on Saturday, January 17 to be held in Beechworth. Photo: Supplied.
HIGH profile Australian Vocalists David Hobson and Silvie Paladino will thrill local audiences this January at the Opera in the Alps concert, to be held in Beechworth’s Baarmutha Park. On Saturday, January 17, the 2015 concert event will see the talented pair joi ned by Opera S chola rs Aust ralia ensemble and its three finalists competing for Opera Scholar of the Year, together with the Alpha Sinfonia Orchestra and the power of a 100 voice chorus conducted by Guy Noble. There will be a special item written
for the occasion that the audience should really enjoy and will be invited to join in. There will be a number of food and beverage outlets featuring the produce of the region. T icke t s c a n b e pu rch a s e d at t he Beechworth Visitor Information Centre, located in Ford Street, Beechworth, by calling 1300 366 321 or online at www. beechworthonline.com.au. Premium packages for the concert are also available by phoning or faxing Australian Music Events on 9819 7166.
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THIS Christmas, why not create a new family tradition with some fun Christmas craft ideas. The little ones will love putting their own touch on a personalised, Christmas snow globe, which is easy to make and will be a nice addition to your home Christmas decorations. You’ll need: • Water • Jar with lid • Hot glue gun • Egg shells or glitter • Small toy or figurine of your choice. Here’s how: Step 1 - If you are using egg shells, remove the membrane from the inside of the shells. This is important so your water doesn’t
go cloudy. Once the membrane has been removed, crush your eggshells ready to use. Step 2 - Using your hot glue gun, glue your figurine on to the inside of the jar lid. Make sure it’s right in the middle so the lid will still fit on. Step 3 - Fill your jar with cooled, boiled water and sprinkle in your crushed eggshells or glitter. Glitter will give you a sparkly, shimmery look. Step 4 - Flip the lid and do it up on the jar nice and tight. If you are worried about leakage, run a little superglue around the inside of the lid before you do it up. Step 5 - Turn the whole lot upside down and give it a shake. You have your own Christmas snow globe!
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Shepparton dons a festive spirit THE streets and park areas of Shepparton have donned a festive spirit, with Christmas decorations being strewn throughout the city. From the aluminium tree at the Queens Gardens, the wrapped gifts at Victoria Park Lake, the baubles and Santa’s sleigh in the Maude Street Mall, to the newest decorations to hit the streets, the glittering bauble-filled stars and the traditional Christmas tree in the Maude Street Mall,
Shepparton has come alive with Christmas in time for the festive season. Greater Shepparton City Council’s Manager Investment At traction, G eraldine Christou said, “Our Festive Decorations Advisory Committee members should be congratulated for coordinating an impressive display of festive decorations in our community. I encourage you all to explore the area and see exactly what we have on offer
this festive season, and remind you all to support our local businesses this Christmas by shopping locally. “I would also like to thank John Crawford Painting for working with Council to refurbish existing decorations.” “Also, keep your eyes on Victoria Park Lake for a new, upcoming illuminated surprise.”
Enjoy earth’s new-age mightiest heroes in time for Christmas ONE of Marvel’s highest grossing films of 2014, Guardians of the Galaxy is now available on DVD. Marvel fans will love the comically unconventional group of super heroes tasked to battle an escapade across the cosmos. Peter Quill, a man of the ‘80s, finds himself caught in the middle of a conflict spanning the cosmic side of the Marvel Cinematic Universe attempting to earn his title of Star-Lord with a team of ex-cons that includes a genetically engineered raccoon (Rocket Raccoon), a sentient alien tree of royal descent (Groot), a human who died and came back as a killing machine (Drax the Destroyer), and a powerful assassin who vows revenge against her master (Gamora). Together they bring the fight to Ronan the Accuser for their own varied personal reasons, Nebula and her pirates, and their grandmaster, Thanos. To celebrate the release, Marvel together with The Adviser are giving you the chance to win a copy of Guardians of the Galaxy just in time for Christmas. To enter simply write your name, address and telephone number on the back of an envelope and send to: Guardians of the Galaxy The Adviser, PO Box 1664, Shepparton, 3630 Competition closes Friday, December 5. Winners will be notified. Good luck! Note-one entry per person.
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Little Rhymes for Little People LI T T LE Rhymes for Little People by Author, John Stewart Westlake is an enchanting collection of rhymes that aim to educate children about the different kinds of animals and other land and sea creatures. The book, which features beautiful colour illustrations from Sophie Scahill, contains
twenty-one illustrated rhymes, each one about a different kind of animal or sea creature. Children will be delighted and amused by the rhymes, and the illustrations create a unique world where they get to learn more about the animals that roam this earth.
Elephants Have Wings ELEPHANTS Have Wings by Susanne Gervay and Anna Pignataro is inspired by the ancient story of the blind men and the elephant. Inspired by the strength, courage and
endurance of the mythological and spiritual elephants, Elephants Have Wings is a magical story of two children embarking on the great journey of discovering the humanity in all of us.
For your chance to enjoy these beautiful titles this Christmas, simply write your name, address and telephone number on the back of an envelope and send to: Books for Christmas The Adviser, PO Box 1664, Shepparton, 3630 Competition closes Friday, December 5. Winners will be notified. Good luck! Note-one entry per person.
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CHRISTMAS FOR A CAUSE… Pictured from left, Charity Card & Gift Shop President, Val Bamford and Secretary, Jeanette Berry. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
The gift of giving THE local Charity Card & Gift Shop is now open in the lead up to Christmas and with a great range of Christmas cards, gift ideas, traditional Lions Club Christmas cakes and puddings as well as decorations, Christmas wrap and much more, the store provides everything you’ll need, while at the same time, supporting important organisations and charities. Charity Card & Gift Shop President, Val Bamford said, “We’ve got everything you could think of really. We’ve got lovely little handmade cards and gifts and a large amount of our stock is donated by local community groups. “It all adds up. We usually average around $20,000 per year which is donated back to organisations and charities who participate. It’s worth it. “When a customer comes in, they are able to choose the organisation who they want
to support such as Motor Neurone Disease, Shepparton Lions Club, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Royal Children’s Hospital, Vision Australia, Soroptimist, Parkinson’s Disease, World Vision, Royal Flying Doctors, Australian Red Cross, Cancer Council and more. “It’s well worth while. The community is good at supporting us, we love it. Some people come in and they’ll buy a card from every organisation or some people want to support one or the other. It’s a great set up. “We are also very appreciative to Jenny Houlihan who has allowed us to use her former shop space in the Centrepoint Arcade. Her generosity is very much appreciated.” The Charity Card & Gift Shop is open until December 19 in the Centrepoint Arcade, 276 Maude Street, Shepparton, so come in store for all of your Christmas cards, wrap and accessories and show your support.
Giving joy to those most in need this Christmas LEADING community service provider K ildonan UnitingCare is once again partnering with Target Australia in an effort to spread Christmas cheer. The Giving Box appeal will encourage fellow Australians to buy gifts and make donations to help children who otherwise may have nothing to unwrap on Christmas morning. Kildonan UnitingCare expects to see an increased demand on their support services this Christmas, including emergency relief calls from families experiencing an unexpected crisis. With the holiday season just around the corner, an overwhelming number of families in Australia will be feeling anxious over the lack of resources to buy Christmas gifts for their children. The Target and Kildonan UnitingCare Giving Box appeal (formerly Operation Santa) will run right up until Christmas Eve, 24 December. The appeal is now in its 23rd year and, thanks to the support of generous Australians, has distributed over 1.7 million gifts. A large Giving Box is now on display at the front of the Shepparton Target store and Target stores across Australia, and shoppers are encouraged to place unwrapped gifts inside or take a bauble gift tag to make a donation at the register. “T here a re many fa m ilies i n ou r communities who are going to find it really tough to provide gifts for their children this year. We rely on the generosity of the public to dig deep, so please support the appeal. We make sure that all donated gifts go to local families,” said Catherine Robertson, Kildonan
SUPPORT FOR LOCAL FAMILIES… Pictured from left, Kildonan UnitingCare representative, Sarah Press and Target Shepparton Store Manager, Micheal Suster. Photo: Supplied.
UnitingCare National Appeal Manager. Kildonan UnitingCare staff and volunteers collect the gifts and ensure they are distributed to those most in need in time for Christmas morning. Target Shepparton Managing Director, Stuart Machin said, “We encourage all our customers to help Target and Kildonan Un it i ng C a re to br ig hten someone’s Christmas this year by donating a gift or gift card at your local Target store.” If you would like to donate, you can bring your gift along to the Shepparton Target store or to reception at Kildonan UnitingCare, formerly United Care Cutting Edge at 21-225 Wyndham St or contact Sarah Press on 5831 6157.
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I BELIEVE IN CHRISTMAS… Pictured at the newest Home Central store, Early Settler (from left), 96.9 Star FM Hosts, Tommy and Stace with Early Settler Store Manager, Fiona Butler and Assistant Manager, Lisa Attwood. Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.
Home Central believes in Christmas HOME Central is the place to be this festive season with plenty of things to see and do. On Sat u rday, November 29, Home Central will help launch Star FM’s I Believe in Christmas campaign, with every member of the public who donates a new toy on the day to be placed under the Christmas tree in any of the Home Central stores going into the draw to win a $500 shopper voucher. All toys donated throughout the I Believe in Christmas campaign are distributed to those most in need by The Salvation Army. VALAD Property Group’s (Developers of Home Central) Development Executive,
Chris Piasente said, “Star FM’s I Believe in Christmas campaign is a fantastic initiative which we are proud to throw our support behind. Of course, members of the local community will have plenty of chances to donate new toys to the campaign, but they must be involved on Saturday, November 29 if they want to be in the chance to win a $500 shopper voucher.” Home Central will also be celebrating the festive season with their next Pop Up Garden event to be held on Saturday, December 13. Chris said, “Our Pop Up Garden event to be held on Saturday, December 13 will
be our biggest event to date. We will have special guest appearances ‘live’ on the Pop Up Garden stage and we will also be giving away $3,000 worth of Gift Vouchers! Simply spend $10 on the day at any of our Home Central stores and you’ll get the chance to take away a $50 Gift Voucher. “Star FM will be broadcasting live at both events and we are anticipating a fantastic atmosphere in the spirit of celebrating and giving to mark the festive season.” This festive season, join in on all the fun at Home Central, 290 Benalla Road Shepparton, opposite Bunnings.
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GIFT GIVING DESTINATION… Pictured from left, Shepparton Spare Change Store Manager, Peng You and Floorman, Abdullah Ali. Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.
All you need is Spare Change this Christmas WITH a huge range of Christmas stock and gift ideas arriving every day in the lead up to Christmas, Spare Change is a fantastic and cost effective destination for all of your gift giving needs. Store Manager, Peng You said, “We have a huge range of gift ideas in store to suit every member of the family and with our great low prices, all you’ll need is spare change. “In store you’ll find everything from white goods and household furniture to photo frames, mirrors, auto care, household appliances, books, entertaining accessories, décor and much more. Come in store and browse the range for yourself, it’s amazing what you’ll find. “Christmas time is all about giving and here at Spare Change we believe in the gift of giving, which is why we will be making a donation of children’s books to our local Goodstart Early Learning Centre. It’s our way of sharing some joy this Christmas here in our local community.” To enjoy the range at great low prices, call in to the store where ‘all you need is Spare Change’, at Shop 1, 2-8 St Georges Road, Shepparton.
Auto care and your holiday preparations IF you’re planning an exciting road trip this Christmas or summer holidays, the team at Central Tyre Service in Shepparton together with Goodyear Autocare are here to help with all of your preparations as well as some handy tips on how to ensure you and your car are ready to tackle driving in the hot weather. Central Tyre Service Co-owner, Rod Poliness said, “It’s important to always check the basics before heading off on a road trip. That includes oil, windshield washer, tyre pressure (which ideally should be checked once a fortnight) and don’t forget to check your spare tyre too. “Tyre balance and wheel alignment should also be checked every 10,000km and be sure to closely inspect your tread and sidewalls for cuts and abrasions, bulges, unusual wear and road damage.
“It’s also a good idea to keep an eye on your gauges while travelling. If the temperature needle budges, pull over and let the car cool down. Summer driving is challenging, but with good planning you can ensure the health and safety of your vehicle and your family. “Here at C entral Tyre S er vice we understand that the festive period can be financially draining on local families, but to help with December costs, Goodyear have introduced a special offer. From now until December 31, if you buy four selected Goodyear tyres you’ll get a free $150 eftpos card, which is great news at this time of the year.” For more information or for all of your holiday preparation needs, call in and see the team at Central Tyre Service, 117 Welsford Street, Shepparton or phone 5821 9555.
Christmas is brewing THE BEST IN HOME BREWED GIFTS… Pictured, Phillips Cellars and Regional Wine Centre Proprietor, Paul Phillips. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
FOR the beer lover in your family, Phillips Cellars and Regional Wine Centre have the perfect gift idea for you this Christmas, with a huge range of home brewing kits, equipment and accessories to choose from. Proprietor, Paul Phillips said, “The range is enormous now. You can get anything you like including Australian or international beers, heavy beers, light beers, stouts, pale ales, lagers, ciders etc. You can literally make your favourite brand of beer at home, at a fraction of the cost of commercial beers and it’s better for you, there’s no preservatives. “There are more than 50 brands of popular beers to choose from and you can even mix and match to create your own unique flavour blends. “Basically, if there’s a commercial beer on the market which you enjoy, we can tell you the recipe and how to make it.” Kits start from $12 and go up to around
$25 and a complete start up kit, which is simple to set up and easy to use, starts from $90. Home brewers have the option to keg, stubby or bottle their beer at home for easy storage and convenience. Paul said, “The quality of product available today is absolutely fantastic. It’s much better than it was, even 10 years ago. So if it’s been a while since you’ve had a go at home brewing or if you weren’t happy with the results at the time, come in and see us and we can help from start to finish. “You can even make your own cheese with our home cheese kits, which are ideal for accompanying your delicious freshly made home brew.” For more information, call in and see the team at Phillips Cellars and Regional Wine Centre, 119 Corio Street, Shepparton or phone 5821 2051.
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ROAD TRIP PREPARATIONS… Pictured from left, Central Tyre Service Tyre Technician/Wheel Aligner, Fergus Beischer and Tyre Technicians, Grant Crosby, Trevor Muir and David Austin. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
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Prevent against credit card fraud in the festive season WITH the Christmas season upon us, a timely reminder to secure your credit/debit cards is being given by local police. While theft of a card has been made more attractive to thieves in recent years, with purchases able to be made without a PIN and via ‘pay pass,’ it is even more important to ensure that your card is in sight at all times. Shepparton Police Crime Prevention Officer, Leading Senior Constable Glenn Gibson said, “There are various ways that your credit/ debit card can be stolen and used by the thief to make purchases. This includes theft from motor vehicles, houses, mailboxes and personal property such as handbags. “Theft is more likely to occur when credit/ debit cards are left unsecured. Thieves will break into a car, house or mailbox if valuables and personal or financial items are left in plain sight or otherwise easily accessible. “There are more transactions at Christmas time so it is important that you are sure that these transactions are indeed your own. “Some simple tips can be followed to help prevent theft of your cards such as keeping credit/debit cards on you or securing them in a safe or hidden place, do not leave credit/debit cards or other financial documents in your car, lock your mailbox to prevent the theft of mail, be aware of your personal security when using ATMs, put away your credit/debit card and wallet immediately after a transaction at an ATM or when making an in-store purchase, avoid using public computers for online shopping and banking and regularly monitor your account transactions. “In the event of theft, report the theft of
SECURE YOUR CARDS… From left, Traffik Sales Assistant, Meg Gemmill, Shepparton Police Crime Prevention Officer, Leading Senior Constable Glenn Gibson and Customer, David Lee. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
the card to your bank or financial institution immediately, and also to police. “Refer transactions that appear on your financial statement, which you know you did not authorise, to your bank or financial institution, as well as to police.”
For additional tips and checklists on preventing thefts from motor vehicles and homes, and protecting yourself from theft in public and online crime, visit www.police.gov.au.
Register your ride now to beat the Christmas rush ACCOMODATING DEMAND INCREASE… Pictured, Vic Roads Regional Director for North Eastern Victoria, Bryan Sherritt and Shepparton Branch Office Manager, Andrew Gullick. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
LOCALS are being encouraged to get in early to make a booking to register their car, truck, motorcycle, boat or trailer or risk missing out in the lead up to the Christmas holiday period. VicRoads Regional Director, Bryan Sherritt said that in the weeks leading up to Christmas, the VicRoads Benalla, Cobram, Shepparton, Wodonga and Wangaratta Customer Service Centres always experience a ‘boom’ in new registrations. “Most locals wouldn’t be aware that our offices take bookings from all over the state. “With the increased demand, we find that at this time of year people need to allow up to two weeks to book an appointment. “In the lead up to Christmas registration appointments can double, so our message is book now to avoid disappointment,” Mr Sherritt said.
While VicRoads sees a significant increase in registrations generally, the real spike is in the registration of boats due to the proximity of offices in Benalla, Cobram, Shepparton, Wodonga and Wangaratta to popular holiday spots on lakes and waterways. “D e spite t he of f ic e s’ at tempt s to accommodate this increase in bookings, this alone does not guarantee a registration appointment. “If you plan to hit the water in your new boat or jet ski or take a road trip in a caravan to visit family or camping with your trailer, then our advice is to get in early to make sure your ride is registered and able to be enjoyed over Christmas.” For more information about registration and licencing and locations visit vicroads.vic.gov.au or call 13 11 71.
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Support The Salvos WITH 100,000 Australians expected to turn to The Salvation Army (The Salvos) for help this Christmas, Goulburn and Murray Valley residents are encouraged to assist the organisation that helps so many. Locals are invited to bring Christmas cheer to Australians in need by supporting The Salvos at Bunnings Warehouse Echuca and Bunnings Warehouse Shepparton. Salvation Army Spokesperson, Dr Bruce Redman said with many
Australians doing it tough and unable to afford basic essentials, the Christmas period is the ideal time to show your support. “We encourage Goulburn and Murray Valley residents to give generously to The Salvos this year, as their assistance will allow us to provide food parcels, presents and other essentials to people and families in need. “We urge residents to visit their local Bunnings’ store and support The Salvos through a range of activities,” said Dr Redman.
CHRISTMAS CHEER… Pictured from left, Plumbing Expert, Mike Scutchings, Team Member, Shae Stewart, Outdoor Living Expert, Jeremy Dyke, Activity Organiser, Michelle Ellis and Timber and Hardware Assistant, Joey Bridges. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
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HANDY GIFTS, BIGGEST BRANDS… Pictured, Shepp City Garden Equipment Apprentice, Rielly Pethybridge. Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.
Share a powerful message this Christmas YOUR local team at Shepp City Garden Equipment have all of your power equipment needs covered this Christmas with a great range of specials to keep the handy man or woman around your home happy. Shepp City Garden Equipment stock a huge range of outdoor power equipment with everything from Echo trimmers including five year warranty for just $199 right through to ride on mowers starting from $2,299 and zero turn mowers starting from $3,999. Until the end of November you can enjoy ‘trade in, trade up’ deals with $50 trade in on your old mower (going or not) when you purchase any quality Masport mower. Proprietors Michelle and Russell are proud to be Shepparton’s Masport President Dealers
and Victa Gold Dealers in mowers. Russell said, “We specialise in the sales, service and repairs of small engines, parts and accessories with a great range to choose from in store. We service what we sell, as well as other makes and models. So come in store and check out some of our great prices on equipment this Christmas.” With sales, service and repairs on all of the biggest brands of chainsaws, brushcutters, push mowers, ride-on mowers, edgers, hedgers, chippers and engines, Shepp City Garden Equipment have all of your outdoor power equipment needs covered. Open from 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday and 9am to 12pm Saturdays. Call in and see the professional team at Shepp City Garden Equipment, 42 Benalla Road, Shepparton or phone 5821 0045.
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our kitchen Meet the chefs of the Goulburn Valley Enjoy some ‘Tis the season to get roasting! fruity spiced punch THIS Christmas, why not try out one of the delicious ‘Our Kitchen’ recipes with your own take on a festive favourite, alcohol-free Sangria. Alcohol-free Sangria is a very easy, delicious and refreshing drink to share with family and friends. You’ll need: • 2 cups of boiling water • 2 black tea bags • 2 cinnamon sticks • 2 tablespoons of sugar • 3 cups of pomegranate juice • 1 cup of fresh orange juice • 1 orange, cut into thin slices • 1 lemon, cut into thin slices • 1 lime, cut into thin slices • 1 apple, peeled and cut into cubes • and sparkling water (serves eight) Directions: Pour boiling water over the sachets of tea and cinnamon and set aside for 5 minutes. Remove the tea bags and cinnamon sticks, add the sugar, stir to dissolve. I n a large pitcher pour the tea, cinnamon, pomegranate juice, orange juice, orange, lemon, lime, and apple. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour and preferably from one day to another. Just before serving, fill with sparkling water. Serve with ice.
HAVE yourself a merry little Christmas, with the delicious flavours of traditional beef and lamb roast with family and friends. With beef rated our nation’s most superior meat, and lamb deemed the meat Aussies love the most, there are no better dishes to indulge in during your Christmas celebrations. Make sure you perfect your festive dinner, with these top roasting tips: Let the butcher do the preparation • Ask your butcher to tie your beef roast cut if needed as some, like beef fillet and beef rib eye, benefit from it. Tying it gives the roast a uniform shape, which helps it cook evenly. • When you purchase an easy carve lamb leg, the butcher will have partially de-boned the lamb leg, leaving just the shank in. The butcher will also tie it, so it’s compact in shape. Essential tips for Christmas roasts • Place the roast on a rack in a roasting dish. Raising the roast helps it brown evenly. Brush it lightly with oil. Season with salt, pepper and any flavourings. • The easiest way to judge your roast’s cooking progress is by using a meat thermometer. The internal temperature for rare is 55-60°C, medium is 65-70°C and well done is 75°C. • Remove roast when cooked to desired temperature. Transfer to a plate, cover loosely with foil and rest for 10-20 minutes before carving. Carve the roast across the grain to ensure tenderness. • Resting a roast before carving gives the juices in the meat a chance to redistribute, giving a more moist and tender result. • You can also use tongs to test the roast: gently prod or squeeze the roast – rare is very soft, medium rare is soft, medium is springy but soft, medium well is firm and well done is very firm.
• It is best to test the meat just before reaching the estimated cooking time (so it doesn’t overcook): Check the temperature when the estimated cooking time is almost up. Take larger roasts out of the oven just short of the desired time, as the larger roasts and bone-in roasts tend to cook further and go up just a little in temperature as they rest. BBQ roasting tips • Avoid lifting the BBQ lid too often. • Avoid ramping up the flame directly under the meat when adjusting the heat as this dries the roast out. • Allow for time out before cooking and resting time after cooking.
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Christmas traditions; food, family and friends CHRISTMAS is a time for family and friends, for tradition, gifts and treats and especially for food. We all have our own Christmas traditions whether you eat turkey, ham or a great ‘Aussie’ roast lamb and it’s interesting to take a look around the world to see some of the food traditions which other countries enjoy. Regardless of country of origin, culture or religion, a common theme throughout the world is the importance food plays in Christmas traditions. Every country has its staples – the foods that are a classic and a must have for every table. Here is a brief look at a few countries with especially interesting Christmas dinner traditions: France - In France, the Christmas season is called Noel and it begins on the 6th of December. On Christmas Eve, children leave out shoes for Le Pere Noel (Santa Claus) to leave gifts. There is lots of feasting and familial gathering on Christmas night, which is also called Le Reveillon, a late supper that happens on Christmas Eve, or early Christmas day, after midnight mass. Bûche de Noël is a French classic. Once a popular Christmas tradition in France, the yule log is an iconic image of Christmas. And this cake has taken its place as a dish that symbolises the holiday season. Germany - Christmas in Germany begins on December 6th and it always opens up with making gifts, decorations, and delicious sweet treats. Children leave letters on their window sill for Christkind–an angel who bears gifts. And on Christmas Eve, the tree is set up and
wreaths are hung to celebrate the coming of Santa Claus. Pfeffernüsse Cookies, covered in powdered sugar and full of a mix of warm spices, are a Christmas tradition ‘must have’ in Germany. Glühwein is an important part of the holiday experience in Germany. This mulled wine recipe, prepared with cloves, lemon, and cinnamon is a necessity that tastes just as good, if not better, than the already-made wine bought in authentic German markets. Italy - In Italy, Christmas is a very quiet and family centered holiday. Children send letters to their parents telling them how much they love them as opposed to sending letters to Santa Claus. And unlike many other countries, it is not just the 25th of December that holds significance. There are many holidays leading up to Christmas, most of which centre around grand feasts in dedication to important saints which make this season very special in Italy. Amaretti and its slight almond taste really captures the essence of the holiday season and with only a few ingredients, are quick and easy to make. Sweden - While Christmas Eve in Sweden is full of celebration, feasting, and gift giving, one of the biggest holiday celebrations is that of St. Lucia’s Day, celebrated on the 13th of December. Children dress in white dresses and carry around candles to celebrate the day long celebration. It’s a fun day full of singing and jubilation. Lussekatter, a delicious little bun of sweetness is eaten every year in Sweden on St.
Lucia’s Day. These moist and gooey buns are delicious. Greece - In Greece, Christmas is a very religious holiday. On the night of Christmas Eve, families go to midnight mass and hang sprigs of basil to keep away the evil spirits known as the Killantzaroi. It is also a day of great family celebration and togetherness. Kourabiedes are a melt in your mouth Greek specialty. These shortbreads are bursting with flavour, the almond extract giving them an unexpected kick. And the more than generous coating of powdered sugar makes each bite look almost too good to eat. Russia - Because the Russian Orthodox calendar follows the old “Julian” calendar which is different than the current Catholic calendar, the Russian holiday season runs from December 31st until January 10th. Christmas Eve is a day of fasting until the first star is
seen in the sky. After that, families enjoy their Christmas dishes in a “common bowl” to symbolise the unity they share. Russian Tea Cakes are a delicious butter cookie recipe with added walnuts to add a little crunch to the sugary goodness. Canada - Canada is full of Christmas traditions as it is a country with a very diverse background. Some celebrate it with French traditions, others with English or German traditions. But one thing that ties all provinces together is the plethora of food eaten on Christmas Eve. Nanaimo Bars offer three layers of deliciousness. The bottom offers a sweet crunch, the middle gives us a smooth and rich custard, and the third provides just the right amount of chocolate sweetness for any chocolate-lover.
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By David Lee T H E si x candidates for the seat of Sheppar ton will get their chance to answer questions from the public during a question-and-answer forum to be held on Wednesday, November 26 at GOTAFE from 6pm. Hosted by the Committee for Greater Shepparton, the forum will give people in the Shepparton electorate the opportunity to ask any questions and quiz candidates on any matters that they are interested in or issues they may have. Committee for Greater Shepparton CEO, Matt Nelson said, “There is a lot of interest
in the seat of Shepparton and this will provide an opportunity for people to get to know the candidates. “This is going to be a close election and if people are undecided on how they will vote on November 29, this is their opportunity to ask the questions that will assist them in making up their mind. “This will also help to continue the dialogue of the future of Shepparton and its needs as a vibrant regional city. “We would like for people to register their attendance if they are coming along.” To secure your place at the forum, email Matt Nelson at ceoc4gs@gmail.com.
New court leaves residents feeling anything but green By David Lee RESIDENTS at Shepparton Village’s Rodney Park Village in Mooroopna will now be able to enjoy a game of croquet, with the official opening of the new $21,000 court last week. The project, which took 12 months to complete, came about when a few of the village residents who played croquet, su g ge s t e d to S heppa r ton V i l l age s management that the court be built, to help give the residents an alternate way to exercise and to encourage socialising. Shepparton Villages Financial Manager, Murray Burls said, “Having a croquet court is extremely important for the residents. It not only helps them get the exercise they need in a fun and entertaining way, it also helps to build fellowships and gives them a chance to really get to know one another.” President of the Rodney Park Social Club, Pat Treacy said, “We would like to thank Shepparton Villages management for their support, encouragement and for financing this wonderful project. The green is already being regularly used by a number of people. “E quipment including hoops, mallets and balls have been donated by Mooroopna Croquet Club and we appreciate and thank them for their help.”
ENTERTAINING COURT… Pictured, Shepparton Villages Waratah Lodge Resident, Mary Grieve enjoying the Rodney Park Village’s new Croquet Court. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
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First indigenous students graduate health and social science By David Lee THREE students of University of Melbourne’s Masters of Health Social Science have become the first Indigenous students to graduate from the three year course, each being celebrated at a special ceremony held last week. Tui Crumpen, Karyn Ferguson and Raelene Nixon were proud to have become role models for the wider Indigenous community, proving that goals can be achieved through determination and hard work. Karyn said, “I’m really proud to have graduated. This means I’m privileged to be able to now complete research on my own people and tell the stories in my own style. “Education is an aspirational part of life and I hope that I can be a role model to my children, nieces and nephews.” Un iversit y of Melbou r ne Professor of Medicine, Deput y Chair of Rural Health Academic Centre, Bill Adam said, “Graduating from this course means it gives these students qualifications and career opportunities that they otherwise wouldn’t have. “It’s important because it provides a role model for other students and to help enhance and advance Indigenous people’s roles in the community.”
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INDIGENOUS STUDENTS GRADUATE… From left, Lecturer in Indigenous Rural Health, Peter Ferguson, University of Melbourne Professor of Medicine, Deputy Chair of Rural Health Academic Centre, Bill Adam with University of Melbourne’s Masters of Health Social Science Graduates, Karyn Ferguson and Raelene Nixon. Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.
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Get to know your candidates WITH the election looming, The Adviser would like to help you get to know the final two of your local candidates vying for the seat of Shepparton in the State Election on November 29. Name: Damien Name: Diane Stevens Teasdale Age: 35 Age: 66 Pol it ic a l Pa r t y: Pol it ic a l Pa r t y: Australian Greens Independent Length of time Length of time working in politics: working in politics: 2 years 35 years -Life and family. -Life and family. My partner I married into Cris and I live farming and had to in the electorate and work full-time in battle to survive the beef cattle crash in Shepparton and Kyabram respectively. I the late ‘70s. Raising four children who am a Community Development Worker are now running their own successful - my role is to create a safer, more businesses, I feel proud to have played a inclusive and healthier community for part in a large hardworking family. young people aged 12 to 25 in the City of -What makes you a good candidate for the Greater Shepparton. seat of Shepparton? -What makes you a good candidate for the I believe that it is important that we train seat of Shepparton? young people to have resilience and a close I am very passionate about the work I do. family is an important part of this if they ‘Making a difference’ in people’s lives is are to prosper and be happy. I have tried my driving force, and matters to me. I to pass on the importance of always being do what I say I’m going to do. I believe authentic and trustworthy. politics is about people first and foremost -Where did the passion for politics come and then action, backed by good policy. from? -Where did the passion for politics come I often joke that it is possibly genetic, as from? from the first Cosgroves and Guilfoyles I am invested in and committed to the that stepped off the boats, our family has values and principles of the Australian been outspoken and involved in the issues Greens - ecolog ical sust a i nabilit y, of the day. Above all I am passionate economic justice, democracy, peace and about our special culture that has seen non-violence and most of all social justice Australia grow a community spirit that is resonate deeply with me. admired around the world. -What are the policies you will focus on? -What are the policies you will focus on? More jobs and opportunities for all, Health, education, business and farming, especially young people, more trains/ manufacturing, immigration, foreign rail infrastructure for Sheppar ton, ow nersh ip and youth employ ment , clean energy and sustainability, a new protecting ou r constitution and hospital, improved access to services and removing the influence of the United rehabilitation, drug and alcohol services/ Nation’s ‘Agenda 21’ program, as well support and regional growth as well as as the influence it is having on our local resources/initiatives for businesses. councils. -What will you bring to the table if -What will you bring to the table if elected? elected? I will take the time to listen to individuals Knowledge from a long history of family and take action. I value a culturally rich, involvement in the development of the participatory and equitable society that Goulburn Valley irrigation system, enables the flourishing of progressive SPC, farming, and experience running a ch a nge a nd t he promot ion of a n successful retail business with employees. ecologically and financially sustainable future. Everybody matters.
Unfortunately the profile on Country Alliance Candidate for Euroa, Lisa Adams was not received before The Adviser went to press. For further information on Lisa, visit www.countryalliance.org/index.php/ candidates/legislative-assembly/252-euroalisa-adams.html
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NEWS LOCAL KNOWLEDGE, QUALITY TECHNOLOGY… Pictured from left, BSC Assistant Manager, Martin Melzer, Branch Manager, Aaron Brown and Sales Representative, Leigh Hindle. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
Your local tools of the trade BSC Bearing and Power Transmission Solutions has been a well known brand sourcing and supplying local industries and trade professionals with all of their tools, supplies and equipment in Shepparton for more than 50 years. With local knowledge and the strength of a national buying network, BSC is proud to be moving into their next stage of operation with a new location and a new Shepparton Branch Manager, Aaron Brown. Aaron Brown has been in the hand and power tool industry locally for many years. As the former owner of GV Tools and Industrial Supplies, Aaron is very excited to be back at 1a Joseph Baldwin Place where it all began and is excited to be a part of the BSC team. Aaron said, “BSC is a trusted name in quality engineering supplies with a huge range of tools, bearing and power transmission supplies and equipment including all of your biggest name brands.
“We combi ne local k nowledge w it h qualit y technologies and we work with our clients to ensure delivery of the highest level of service and results. “BSC’s dedicated industrial program is well suited to industries in Shepparton with an extensive supply range of quality equipment which is designed for optimum reliability. Reliability means less down time, which is what our clients want and that’s what we deliver.” “BSC is your destination store for all of your SP Tools as well as Milwaukee, Makita, Hitachi, Metabo, Carlisle belts, Sutton cutting tools, Loctite, Unimig, Tools 4 Industry, Work Sharp, Toledo, Bar Pressure Cleaners, AuzGrip, Kincrome, Typhoon Tools, Pferd, Maxisafe and much more. “And if we don’t have what you need in store, we can get it in.” Come in and see Aaron and the team at BSC Bearing and Power Transmission Solutions, 1a Joseph Baldwin Place, Shepparton or phone 5821 4911.
X Factor stars to ‘pop up’ in Shepparton THE X Factor’s Marlisa and Samantha Jade will be appearing in Shepparton on Saturday, November 29 at Victoria Park Lake, as part of the Regional Pop Up Concert Tour. The tour, which will also visit Albury and Ballarat, will kick off with some of Shepparton’s talented local artists from 11:30am, and with the main performers taking the stage from 1pm.
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Exciting business opportunity Venture into the great jamaicablue AN opportunity exists to become a part of popular café/restaurant franchise, ‘jamaicablue fine coffees’ in the prime CBD location within Albury. With strong and consistent sales, outstanding net profit, a loyal customer base and supported national branding and marketing, jamaicablue fine coffees is an exciting prospect for the right buyer. Jamaicablue fine coffees was established by the current owners in Albury in 2011 and is located in the popular Myer Centrepoint in the city’s CBD. Jamaicablue fine coffees is owned and operated by Foodco, one of Australia’s most successful retail franchise companies. Jamaicablue fine coffees celebrated its 20th year in 2012 and now boasts more than one hundred cafés in Australia, New Zealand, China, the United Arab Emirates and Singapore. Rinnovate Business Brokers Director, Veronica Doxey said, “Jamaicablue fine coffees was built on two simple beliefs that have guided them along a successful business path: a belief in sourcing the very best coffee; and a belief in using only fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The company has strong advertising and marketing support for
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY… With strong and consistent sales, outstanding net profit, a loyal customer base and supported national branding and marketing, jamaicablue fine coffees is an exciting prospect for the right buyer. Photo: Supplied.
franchise partners and they also have access to tried and trusted business systems. As a result of the strong brand they are accredited with banks, providing them with greater familiarity about the nature of the business and trading performance. “They encourage franchisees to develop cafés with their own personality and their own menu selection, responding to local tastes and the availability of seasonal produce in their area. All the products are prepared fresh on site daily. “Sales at the Albury store have shown
Telstra and the NBN By David Lee THE local Telstra Store is gearing up to offer large areas of central Shepparton access to the National Broadband Network (NBN) in the coming weeks, offering benefits to more than just internet services. Director of NBN Sales and Service Telstra Retail, Lyn Bowing said, “The team at Telstra are geared up for the NBN, so when it goes live in the central areas of Shepparton, we will be there to help them get connected. This will happen by the end of the month, but we are just waiting on NBN Co to give us the word that it is connected. “The NBN opens up a whole new world of opportunity and Telstra provides all the benefits of the NBN and combines that wilh all of the quality services that Telstra provides.” Telstra Stores Shepparton and Echuca Managing Director, Scott Kelly said, “Our new location makes it easier for people to come in and see what we can do for them with the NBN. There’s a lot more we can offer than just internet services. We have solutions for large businesses, homes and farms. “There are already large areas of the
consistent high growth year on year with an exceptionally strong net profit. The café/ restaurant provides an ideal lunch destination for shoppers and CBD employees, and the extensive menu caters for a diverse clientele. The location of the store in the Myer Centrepoint, with frontage to the adjoining Ritz Arcade, offers high visibility. Centrepoint has 60+ specialty stores and a large Myer store and Woolworths supermarket, ensuring consistently high patronage. “With all the training and support provided by a strong national franchisor, this is an excellent opportunity for a passionate food retailer to work either full-time or part-time in the business and earn a strong return on investment.” To register your interest or for more information on this exciting business opportunity, contact Rinnovate Business Brokers on 5831 1499 or visit www.rinnovate. com
ACCESS TO NATIONAL BROADBAND NETWORK… From left, Telstra Shepparton Store Owner, Glen Kelly, Director NBN Sales and Service Telstra Retail, Lyn Bowring and Telstra Shepparton Store Owners, Scott Kelly and Anthony Spadaro. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
Goulburn Valley and areas of Shepparton that are connected. “Telstra offers the community a chance to come in and talk to a local face-to-face about the solution available and to be able to take people through the process, from the solution right through to connection, is a big advantage. “We can show people what the NBN can really do for them.”
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Your local automotive specialists LOCAL Micria Automotive Repairs keeps going from strength to strength with the business having grown considerably since opening just over three years ago. Proprietor, Michael Sepe has extensive experience and knowledge of prestige automotive repairs having practised as a BMW Master Technician for over 20 years. With state of the art diagnostic equipment and a professional trade qualified local team, Micria Automotive Repairs specialise in all forms of mechanical servicing on all makes and models of cars as well as fleet cars. Michael said, “Over the last four years we’ve established a solid base of repeat clients and we’re really pleased with how well we’ve been received. We’ve worked with many complicated major repairs in various prestige models with great PROFESSIONAL TEAM…Pictured, Micria Automotive results for our clients. Repairs Proprietor, Michael Sepe. Madeleine Caccianiga. “We have the facilities, the team and the mechanical know-how to provide automotive mechanics for all makes and models of vehicles in contact Michael and Maria Sepe at Micria Automotive Repairs, 7984 Melbourne Road, our full mechanical workshop division.” For all of your mechanical servicing needs, Kialla or phone 5823 2626.
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Stage 1a - Echuca-Mooroopna Road to Goulburn Valley Highway (Length: 5.0km) Stage 1b - Echuca-Mooroopna Road to Midland Highway (Length: 5.0km) WORKING ALONGSIDE THE COMMUNITY… The Victorian Coalition Government has today made a promise to provide $1M toward the Shepparton Bypass planning and feasibility study. Image: Supplied.
Bypass funding promised By David Lee THE Victorian Coalition Government has today made a promise to provide $1M toward the Shepparton Bypass planning and feasibility study if it is re-elected at this weekend’s election. The funding will identify the cost of constructing a first stage of the project, which is estimated at $20M, as well as going toward developing a business case for consideration. The Nationals Candidate for Shepparton, Greg Barr said, “I have worked with the Member for Shepparton Jeanette Powell and the Deputy Premier and Leader of The Nationals, Peter Ryan to secure this vital election commitment. “I recently participated in a meeting with key stakeholders including GV Highway Action Group, the Member for Shepparton
Jeanette Powell, Committee for Greater Shepparton, local governments including Greater Shepparton, Campaspe, Moira and Strathbogie, VicRoads and transport representatives, where it was agreed that it is vital a united front is presented in identifying and prioritising the stages of the project. “I have been working alongside the community to secure this commitment, and this is an important step for the project. “The bypass is vitally important for our community, reducing the number of trucks in our CBD and delivering significant benefits for local transport operators. “I will continue to be a vocal advocate for this project and look forward to working with a re-elected Coalition Government to progress this important work,” Mr Barr said.
40 jobs created through expanded fruit production A $240,000 investment by the Coalition Government is set to create 40 jobs, through the expansion and upgrade of four local fruit companies. Brought about through the Goulburn Valley Industry and Infrastructure Fund, the expansions will include a new fruit grader, coolstore and shed extension at ACN Orchards to improve packing efficiency, an expansion at Boumbis Orchards to increase packing capacity by 50 percent and allow the company to expand production, new equipment at Barolli Orchards to allow the company to respond to a growing demand for stone and pome fruit in Asia and increase their production and the installation of new grading, shedding and packing equipment to enable Toolamba Fresh Produce to diversify into new tomato varieties. Minister for Agriculture and Food Security, Peter Walsh, “This is not an election promise, it is funding that has already been approved and will be delivered no matter what happens on November 29,” Mr Walsh said. The Nationals Candidate for Shepparton, Greg Barr said the Goulburn Valley currently produces 90 percent of Australia’s processed fruit and these projects would ensure the local companies could expand production and unlock new export markets. “The Coalition established the $5M Goulburn Valley Industry and Infrastructure Fund out of the Regional Growth Fund to leverage new industry, investment and employment opportunities and support a strategic long-term plan for the region. “These are exactly the types of projects we want to support in the Goulburn Valley – projects that create jobs, expand businesses and increase production.”
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ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY… Due to a slightly manic love of historical architecture, Amy said she spent a significant amount of time exploring the local houses. WELL it was more like rediscovering her past when Amy Dainton of Shepparton decided to do a month long tour of Germany, Ireland, England and a side trip to France.
As a young student, Amy had been on an exchange program and this would be a chance to meet up with old school friends and also fit in time to explore the latest on offer for her own marketing business. Her first stop was Frankfurt in Germany where she attended an international book fair. People had travelled from all over the world to attend and it was held on so many campuses you needed a bus to travel around the whole site. Next was Stuttgart and a visit to the Mercedes Benz and Porsche Museum, which covers five storeys and includes a complete history of the automobile in the world. Amy says it’s an incredible experience and some of the older cars are in pristine condition, just like they had come off the assembly line. Then onto Berlin, another city with so much history for the visitor to explore. It’s also the home to small business clusters where start-up businesses can form their own community. One business had started a car pooling website where you could enter the destination you wanted and possible time of travel, then it would post back to you that there would be two seats in a car leaving from ‘such an such’, it costs just a few Euros, and it’s become a very popular way to travel. Another interesting development was at temple Hoff, an old airfield now turned into a very hip business centre with pop up restaurants and a wide range of small businesses exploring new and adventurous ways of getting their message across.
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After leaving Germany, Amy went to Ireland. On arrival in Killarney, she hired a little red Fiat and went exploring. First the Ring of Kerry then onto Cork where she had been a student, which allowed her time to catch up with old school friends and relive memories of the past and talk about exploring the future. Some of her old school friends now live in many parts of Ireland, so the little red car covered quite a few kilometres. Amy had been in Belfast in 2005 and the troubles were on everyone’s lips. She was only 16 and had seen first hand the violence and death, now on her return she was told the troubles are over, but is that just what they say? Amy could still feel an undercurrent. Next, it was time to leave the Fiat and catch the ferry to Wales. Amy prides herself on having a robust stomach but on this crossing the seas were rough and Amy succumbed to rising waves, she was ‘as sick as a dog’. In Wales she hired another car and set off on the highway, there were no speed limit signs so she soon arrived at her next destination. In Birmingham she met up with more old friends and then continued her tour to Stratford, Bath, Oxford, and then onto London. She toured all the main ‘must see’ attractions including the Tower of London and even had time to take in Les Miserables at the West End. It was nearly time to travel home but not before a weekend in Paris, the Louvre was great but it was also exciting just strolling along watching the people, seeing children play, enjoying the food
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and the wine… it was all very French and she even had time to take in a show at the Moulin Rouge. Now back in Shepparton, Amy would like to thank Vivienne at Helloworld Travel in Shepparton for arranging her airfare and for her sound travel advice. Until next time, Safe Travel’n, Geoff Vallance
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Golf pro to grow game with Shepparton Cricket Scoreboard By David Lee SHEPPARTON Golf Club has some fresh blood to take players of the game through the professional ropes, with Darren Rodgers taking on the role of the club’s Head Professional. Darren, who comes from Queensland and started his traineeship at Logan City Golf Club completed his traineeship, before moving to Mackay GC, and started as an assistant professional in 1995. Darren took full control as the Head Professional from 2001 to 2007 and has spent 13 years in total at Mackay Golf Club. During his time at Mackay Golf Club, Darren was awarded several honours through the Queensland Golf Industry including Queensland Club Professional of the Year and was three times named as Co-tournament Director of Tournament of the Year, City of Mackay Open. Shepparton Golf Club General Manager, Stephen Seagrave said, “The Shepparton Golf Club had been looking for the right candidate for three months and when we received Darren’s resume, CV and letter of introduction. “Immediately he jumped off the page as a candidate with strong intentions to get back to a traditional golf club environment, and with the type of experience and attitude we were looking for, a fresh start was important. “It’s great for the club to have Darren on board.” Darren said, “One of the attractions was the club’s future goals and it’s great that I will be a part of it.
SCA Haisman Shield A Grade Round 6 - Day two, two-day games Shepp United (7/116) d Tatura (139) Katandra (7/296) d Kyabram (149) Northerners (7/270) d CP St Brendan’s (193) Mooroopna (158) d Karramomus (83) Numurkah (4/320) v Old Students (250)
Round 7 day one, two-day games (to be played on Saturday, November 29) Karramomus v Numurkah Northerners v Mooroopna CP St Brendan’s v Kyabram Katandra v Tatura
PROFESSIONAL ROPES… From left, Shepparton Golf Club General Manager Stephen Segrave with newly appointed Golf Operations Manager, Darren Rodgers. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
“The game of golf is a great sport and I look forward to growing the game with the people of Shepparton.”
Murray Valley - Premier Division Round 6 - Day one, two day games Dnie Rhinos (3/206) v CobramYarrowyah UTD (102) Nathalia (2/98) v Cobram (85)
Keelee shoots to top spot By David Lee LOCAL 9 year old ‘arrow-slinger,’ Keelee Smith, has shown her skills with a bow after shooting her way to the top of the Australian Bowhunting Association Victoria State Titles in Geelong. Only taking to the sport just over a year ago, and following in her father’s footsteps, Keelee was given the task of shooting from different ranges, at different targets and took out the title by 70 points, with an overall score of 1,376 out of 1,600. Keelee said, “I’m very happy to be state champion. It’s taken a lot of work to get to this skill level so quickly. There is a lot involved in getting to this level such as breathing correctly, accuracy, your stance and the judging of distances. “Knowing this skill set as well as I do, has actually won me sponsors. I am now sponsored for my hunting equipment by Tusker Broadheads, and with my 3D Targets
Shepp United v Old Students
Strathmerton (0/30) v Katamatite (181) Waaia (232) v Barooga (0/1) Katunga (72) v Finley (5/172)
Round 7 - Day one, two day games (to be played on Saturday, November 29) Deni Rhinos v Cobram-Yarroweyah UTD Nathalia v Cobram Strathmerton v Katamatite Waaia v Barooga Katunga v Finley
Goulburn-Murray A Grade Round 7 - Day one, two day games Echuca (228) v Moama (No score available) Stanhope (2/14) v Rochester UTD (164) Tongala (No score available) v Cooma (144) Kyabram FB (2/75) v BLU (102) Echuca South (No score available) v Rochester Tigers (133)
RIGHT ON TARGET… Local 9 year old, Keelee Smith (pictured) has shown her skills with a bow, after taking out the Australian Bowhunting Association Victoria State Titles in Geelong. Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.
by Bushbow 3D, which is important for getting better in the sport. “I’ve now got my eye on the nationals that
will be held in February and I’m hoping to come out with a win there as well.”
Round 7 day two (to be played on Saturday, November 29) Echuca v Moama Stanhope v Rochester UTD Tongala v Cooma Kyabram FB v BLU Echuca South v Rochester Tigers
Shepparton juniors hit the pitch with Hayden JUNIOR cricket stars from Shepparton have the opportunity to meet former Cricket Champion, Matthew Hayden at the upcoming Mac Pack Cricket Super Clinic. Taking place at Xavier College on Sunday, December 14, 200 junior cricketers from across the state will get to learn new skills from one of cricket’s biggest names. Mac Pack Ambassador, Matthew Hayden said he is looking forward to sharing his top tips with the juniors and encouraging their passion for the game.
“I’m really excited to be involved with the Mac Pack Cricket Super Clinic and hope to inspire young cricketers to pursue their sporting dreams.” McDonald’s Shepparton Licensee, Karen Pearse said the program is part of McDonald’s commitment to encouraging participation in junior sport. “The Mac Pack Cricket Super Clinic is a great opportunity for kids to learn new skills from one of Australia’s greatest cricketers.
“We want to continue to inspire children to lead an active lifestyle through a variety events and experiences throughout the year with the Mac Pack.” Children can win a place at this year’s clinic by describing in 25 words or less why they want to train alongside Matthew Hayden, by entering online at www.macpack.com. au. Competition entries close on Friday, November 28.
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Locals who are standing up. “Our region has many strengths but we need to be attracting and utilising 21st century technologies from around the world to achieve sustainability. I believe our loyalty must not be taken for granted, our support must be earned by policies that benefit our region and harness our strengths.” - John Pettigrew
“We are a growing region but for us to truly be able to develop in terms of agriculture, industry, education, health, the arts and tourism we need to be supported. I am of the strong belief that we need the major parties to pay more attention to this district. Suzanna offers a real choice this election.” - Kevin (Gunna) Ryan - Tatura
“I believe Suzanna is the best way to influence investment on Yorta Yorta land.” - Paul Briggs - Yorta Yorta Country
“Suzanna is experienced and insightful when it comes to the social, cultural and economic needs of our region. I believe she will represent us strongly, fairly and without being limited by political bias.” - Alice Tallis - Dookie
“I love living in Shepparton and I love the fact that I have friends from so many different cultures and nationalities. What I don’t love is that we continually miss out. We could have a great future but the lack of infrastructure is leaving us lagging behind. My dream is to see Shepparton a marginal seat, rather than one of the safest seats in the Australia.” - Michelle Luscombe - Toolamba
“I believe Shepparton deserves better. I believe an independent has so much to offer to the Shepparton community. It is time for change and to give our community a chance of a strong independent voice in the Victorian Parliament.” - Monga Maulidi - Shepparton
“Of recent times I believe The Nationals have just expected to get the Shepparton District vote. We are being penalised for our loyalty. I like the fact that an independent doesn’t have to toe the party (that is political party) line.” - Tony Villani - Kialla
“Suzanna represents the district of Shepparton not a party – it is time for the Left and Right to unite for the future of Shepparton.” - Ro Allen - Shepparton
“We need someone in Spring Street that is just about Shepparton, not the party. In this day and age loyalty accounts for nothing. Ballarat, Bendigo, Geelong this is where the State Government puts its efforts and funding - it is our turn to be the squeaky wheel.” - Liz Ainsworth - Shepparton
Policy positions Transport • Reduced journey times for our people and produce Equitable access to fast, reliable and frequent trains • A full commitment to the staged delivery of the Goulburn Valley bypass Education • A strategic and consultative review of our education model to engage our young people and match the needs of our industries and employers
If you were in the position of holding the balance of power, which of the parties would you side with? I will stand up for what is best for Shepparton. All my decisions will be based on what I believe to be the best outcome for the district of Shepparton. I am committed to consulting extensively with the community and local special interest groups to develop a clear understanding of any issue that may be of relevance to our district.
Why do you think the people of Shepparton should vote for you? I provide real choice and an opportunity for a different future. There is an old saying – do what you have always done and you will get what you have always got. It may not be the Queen’s English, but it rings true for me when it comes to life, business and politics. I believe it is time to really challenge the electorate to think about how they cast their vote and to think about the future they want not only for themselves but also for the next generation. This election will have a lasting impact on the future of the Goulburn Valley.
Health
How will you tackle drugs in our community?
• A full commitment to the complete staged redevelopment of Goulburn Valley Health
Sadly, ICE is having a devastating impact on rural and regional communities across Victoria. There are examples both within Victoria and in New Zealand of practical and timely steps that can be taken to tackle this epidemic. One of the first steps will be for the government to truly recognise there is a problem and that punitive measures will not stop the meth labs, will not stop the dealer and will not stop ICE destroying lives. I want to see a bipartisan approach. I want to explore regional treatment facilities. I want to explore ways to stop the ease of producing the drug and the ease of trafficking.
People before Party Politics • Independent representation of the Shepparton District without the limitation of party politics, I will always put the needs of the community first
Q & A with Suzanna Why have you decided to stand as an Independent this election? I can no longer watch our community continually be over-looked when it comes to major investment, allocation of services and growth opportunities. I believe it is time to put people before political parties and ensure the district of Shepparton receives its fair share of funding in line with the regions of Bendigo, Ballarat, Geelong and Gippsland.
Suzanna-Sheed
What is your position on rail? Quite clearly the regional city of Shepparton, its residents and businesses, are disadvantaged by the current disparity in rail infrastructure in Victoria. What I’d like people to understand is that V/Line in their Strategic Operations Plan from 2011 had recommended that increases to return services from Shepparton be introduced in 2012. They also identified that journey times between Shepparton and Melbourne could be reduced to 2hrs by as early as 2012. A journey time of 2hrs would make us a commuter line like Bendigo, Ballarat, Geelong and Gippsland. This would have a significant impact on opportunities for regional growth, employment, education, business growth and health services. They have had the ability, but have clearly lacked the will. If elected, I will not only demand that the government immediately introduce an additional evening service, but also I will be requesting that Shepparton be one
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