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Artist’s vision for Shepparton Art Museum By David Lee WITH the first stage of community input for a new Shepparton Art Museum (SAM) coming to an end today, the Kialla Artists’ Group shared their opinion with Greater Shepparton City Council, putting forward their own vision for the ‘gallery.’ While the group agrees that a new art gallery is needed, their proposal outlined differences in the building’s style and dimensions as well as an addition of buildings for commercial lease that would help to fund the building’s operating costs. Continued on page 19
LET TELSTRA HELP YOU CONNECT TO THE NBN… From left, Telstra Store Shepparton Service Manager, Glen Kelly and Telstra Customer Advisors, Hailey Saunders and Luke Ellison in Mooroopna, where 2,500 more premises have just gained access to the National Broadband Network, along with a further 2,600 new premises gaining access in Shepparton’s north. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
5,100 more premises go live on the NBN Telstra helping region lead the way to super fast internet By David Lee GREATER Shepparton is fast becoming one of the first areas across Australia to have large scale access to the National Broadband
Network (NBN) and now with Telstra, residents and businesses across areas in Shepparton’s north and central Mooroopna will now Continued on page 14 have access to the super fast network.
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news SECRETS REVEALED… From left, Currawa Primary School grade 2 student, Dhairya Chauhan, grade 4 student, Maisie Davidson and grade 6 student, Cate Boyd, who are looking forward to unearthing the school’s past by digging up a 30 year old time capsule to help celebrate the school’s centenary. Photo: David Lee.
School’s past to be unearthed By David Lee THE secrets of Currawa Primary School’s past are set to be revealed, when students unearth a time capsule buried by the class of 1985, to help celebrate the school’s centenary. Centenary celebrations will run from April 17 to 19 at the school and will include the unearthing of the 1985 time capsule and burying of a new capsule, with current students gathering items to be buried including an iPhone and its charger, a USB stick of photos, artwork, newspaper clippings, a Nintendo DS, sunglasses, toys, a light-up Lego keyring and a collage of images of each student along with a letter to their future selves. On Friday, April 17 current students will take past students, teachers and principals for tours of the school, sharing stories of past and current facilities, before official ceremonies begin on the Saturday with a roll call of students over the 100 year history of the school.
School Principal, Adam Cleary said, “We’re all pretty excited. “As we get closer to unearthing the capsule, we will be asking the students what they think might be in there and see if they can guess what was new in the ‘80s. “Personally I would’ve put in Lego and something from Star Wars and Transformers, which are all still popular today.” Grade 6 Student, Cate Boyd said, “I think there might be some pretty old things in the 1985 capsule that they used to use at the school and maybe they wrote their own letters.
“I’m very excited to see. “I think in 30 years time it will be interesting to open our time capsule and let it bring back memories of our past. It will be exciting to look back and see what I was like today.” T he school’s organising com m it tee is still seeking photos, memorabilia or anecdotes from past students and teachers, which can be passed on to the committee at currawa100years@gmail and the public are welcome to attend any of the centenary celebrations.
Former staff member donates to hospital COMFORTABLE DONATION… Local resident and former GV Health staff member, Eileen Quake helped with the purchase of new ‘High-Low’ chairs for the Mary Coram Unit, by donating $2,000 to the hospital. Photo: David Lee
By David Lee A $2,000 donation to GV Health made by local resident and former GV Health staff member, Eileen Quake has helped with the refurbishment of the Mary Coram Unit. Eileen, who was a staff member in GV Health’s Environmental Services department in the late ‘70s and in the ‘80s, has also seen the hospital care for her husband, making the donation even more sentimental. The donation went towards the purchasing of special ‘High-Low’ chairs, which have adjustable legs and higher arm rests to make it easier for patients to get in and out of, giving them independence. Eileen said, “My husband has been in and out of GV Health over the years so this donation is important to me.” GV Health Foundation Director, Carmel Johnson said, “GV Health is appreciative and humbled that a former staff member has been able to contribute something back and assist with the refurbishment of the ward. We are so grateful for the donation and thank Eileen for her generosity.”
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12 days to enter for your chance to win $10,000 THERE are just 12 days left to enter the 2015 GMCU $25,000 Giveaway for your chance to be in the draw to win our $10,000 major prize, after the final $1,000 GMCU debit card, our week four and five, winners are announced. Having spent $42 at Tasman Meats, Amanda Hudson from Shepparton was drawn as one of our week four winners, telling The Adviser she was overwhelmed. Bryan Oehm of Shepparton was the second week four winner, drawn after spending just $15 at Muffin Break and Shane Venables
from Congupna was drawn after spending $748 at Forty Winks. $13 is all Mooroopna resident, Luke O’Brien spent at Plus Fitness 24/7 to be lucky enough to have been drawn as one of our week five $1000 GMCU debit card winners. Ray Gallagher from Benalla was our second week five winner, drawn after spending $47 at SPC Ardmona Factory Sales. Ray said, “We had actually gone back out to the car and my wife decided to run back in and put the form in. What a surprise.” Our final week five winner, Margaret
Canobie from Numurkah spent $150 at Lorenz Eyewear Services who said, “How lovely. I can’t believe it.” Our $10,000 major prize draw winner will be drawn on Monday, April 27 and announced on Wednesday, April 29, so get into one of the participating businesses now, spend a minimum of $10, fill in your form and drop it in the box provided for your chance to win. You can enter as many times as you like, good luck. This competition is proudly brought to you by the GMCU, The Adviser and Love it Local.
Week four winners TOP: TAsMAn MeATs… From left, Tasman Meats Store Manager, Craig Lemon, the 2015 GMCU $25,000 Giveaway week four winner, Amanda Hudson, The Adviser Advertising Manager, Melanie Spencer, GMCU Compliance Manager, Brett Elgar. MIDDLE: MUFFIn BReAK… From left, GMCU General Manager, Rene Deen, the 2015 GMCU $25,000 Giveaway week four winner, Bryan Oehm, The Adviser Managing Director, Geoff Adams and Muffin Break Store Manager, Jennie Chen. BOTTOM: FORTY wInKs… From left, The Adviser Advertising Manager, Melanie Spencer, Forty Winks Store Owner, Alan Causon, the 2015 GMCU $25,000 Giveaway week four winner, Shane Venables and GMCU Shepparton Branch Manager, Dallas Moore. Photos: Alicia Niglia.
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COMMUNITY CONNECT For more information on how to register for your Community Connect listing contact The Adviser via email at classifieds@sheppartonadviser. com.au Please note listings are to be 45 words or less.
A NGAR-WU WANYARRA ABORIGINAL HEALTH CONFERENCE will be held on Thursday, April 16 and Friday, April 17 at the Rural Health Academic Centre, 49 Graham Street, Shepparton. Keynote speaker is Reconciliation Australia and former Chair of NACC HO C EO, Justin Moha med. Spaces are limited. To register, visit http:// ecommerce.mdhs.unimelb.edu.au/catagories. asp?cID=78&c=132221. For other conference enquiries, contact Karyn Ferguson on 5823 4572. JUST DINNER will be running on Saturday, April 18 for a social evening for singles and couples aged between 45 and 70. All are most welcome to come along, meet others and enjoy dinner. Please phone Marg, on 5825 1114 or Vicki on 0427 251 274. AUTHOR, JOHN BARCLAY will talk about his novel ‘A Waltz Between Wars’ at Shepparton Library at 2pm on Sunday, April 19, at Yarrawonga Library at 2pm on Monday, April 20 and at Numurkah Library at 6pm on Monday, April 20. Bookings are required for Shepparton and Yarrawonga Libraries. Phone Shepparton or Yarrawonga Library on 1300 374 765 by Friday, April 17. ASSOCIATION OF INDEPENDENT RETIRES meet on the third Monday of each month at 9:45am at the Overlander Hotel, Benalla Road, Shepparton. The next meeting will be held on April 20, with guest speaker from Consumer Affairs Victoria. Share group meet at 9am. For further information, phone Bill on 5821 1854. AUTHOR, FLEUR MCDONALD will talk about her novel ‘Emerald Springs’ at Shepparton Library at 2pm on Tuesday, April 21, at Tatura Library at 6pm on Tuesday, April 21 and at Euroa Library at 10:30am on Wednesday, April 22. Bookings required Shepparton Library. Phone Shepparton Library by Monday, April 20 on 1300 374 765. TALLYGAROOPNA MEMORIAL HALL ANZAC DAY BBQ and Historical Display will be held on ANZAC Day, April 25 from 11:30am at Tallygaroopna Memorial Hall. All welcome and donations to the hall to cover costs would be appreciated. Any historical items are welcome for display on the day. For further information, phone Trish Moss on 5829 8255. A FUNDRAISING EVENT for Jason Clymo’s Road to Independence Cocktail Evening will be held on May 2 at Moama Bowling Club, 6 Shaw Street, Moama. Tickets are $95 each and can be purchased at www.stickytickets.com.au/23083. For further information, contact Karen on 0409 253 117 or visit www.jasonsroadtoindependence. com ONGOING
SHEPPARTON MS PEER SUPPORT GROUP would like to welcome back all its members for the 2015 year, and also any new members who wish to join. Meetings and outings are held on the third Tuesday of the month from approximately 10am to 12:30pm. For further information, contact Ken Morelli on 0427 919 116 or Barry Flemming on 0411 468 489. HEARTBEAT VICTORIA GOULBURN VALLEY meet on the first Monday of the month at the GV Health dining room from 6pm for a meal. Meeting and guest speaker starts at 7pm. For further information, contact Ian Powell on 0418 575 141. MOOROOPNA INDOOR BOWLS SOCIAL BOWLS will be held every Tuesday and Saturday from now on at the Mooroopna Bowling Club, Echuca Road, Mooroopna. Names to be in by 12:30pm by phoning 5825 2275. Any enquiries to Jan Doherty, 5821 9832. COUNTRY WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION Congupna branch meetings are held at the Congupna Hall on the third Wednesday of the month from 11am. Everyone is welcome. For further information, contact Marg Sarkady on 5825 5106. GOULBURN VALLEY TYPE ONE Peer Support Group Shepparton provides support for people living with Type 1 diabetes and meets on the first Monday of every month from 7:30pm at GV Health Community Therapy Room, Graham Street in Shepparton. Enquiries, email gvtopsgroup@gmail.com or phone 5832 2674. CAMPASPE REGIONAL LIBRARY are seeking interest for a proposed Computer Group to meet at Echuca Library on the 1st Saturday of each month from 10:30am. For more information, call David 0408 101 846, leave your name with library staff, or come along on the day. SHEPPARTON BRIDGE CLUB meets from 7pm Monday at U3A Hall Esson Street. Members are required to join Goulburn Valley U3A. For more information, phone Derek Poulton 5825 4112 or John Moore 0438 455 741 or refer to the website www.wix.com/ sheppartonbridgeclub/2013 SHEPPARTON TOASTMASTERS Want to learn how to communicate more effectively and improve your public speaking and leadership skills? Shepparton Toastmasters meet on the first and third Tuesday of each month, 7pm to 9pm, The Mechanics Institute Hall, 277 Wyndham Street, Shepparton. Phone 0421 322 276. 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)
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We welcome letters to the Editor but they are not guaranteed to be included and may be edited for reasons of style or content. Letters will not be eligible for consideration if they contain defamatory material, or information of a personal nature which is not in the public domain.
CONCERNED ABOUT GOVERNANCE Dear Editor, After reading Jenny Houlihan’s letter (OPINION April 1), I suddenly realised it was April the first. W hat fooled me is she commenced by writing, “I feel compelled to give your readers more balance and accurate information.” Yes, she has been a councillor for nine years and Mayor for four of those years, she should know how the city is doing under council’s direction and how the decisions of council are implemented by the CEO without undue delay. After all the CEO is appointed by council and he is responsible for management of the council’s operations and the 800 plus staff he employs. Cr Houlihan states, “The organisation which now exists is strong, efficient and effective.” She must have overlooked the Andrew Fairley Avenue debacle, which she engineered. The council performance in capital works each year gives some idea of how efficiently and effectively the CEO and his team implement Council’s decisions. In the two years Mr Cator has been CEO the monetary value of capital works completed has been approximately 70 percent of works budgeted. In Mr Pearce’s two years about 80 percent (hardly an improvement). A small example, the Senior Citizens clubrooms require extensive renovations. In last year’s budget, council approved the project to the value of $380,000, nothing happened that year so it appeared again in this year’s budget at the value of $400,000. I saw a notice on the club door in January stating the premises would be closed for renovations between 1/1/15 and 30/4/15. Recently, a notice appeared in the daily paper stating work would commence on the renovations to the Senior Citizens clubrooms to be completed in four months (implemented without undue delay). Cr Houlihan’s let ter states former CEO “Mr Pearce began a restructure of the organisation” with a number of improvements, “Including a greater focus on the needs of small town committees.” Mr Cator did not continue Mr Pearce’s restructure but carried out his ow n restructure which included the replacement of the five senior managers under Mr Pearce and many other experienced staff. In the nine years Cr Houlihan has been a councillor, the rates and charges collected have risen by 80.25 percent and the council’s cost of employing staff 87.81 percent. (Some of that rate increase is due to
an increase in new properties, an increase in staff costs – 100 more staff over nine years and CPI increases). Cr Houlihan writes that her comments are meant to be “A sincere and informed recognition of the improvements.” Last year’s annual report (for all to read) indicates: council’s expenses in excess of budget $6.5M and Capital Works UnderAchieved $10.9M (how could one claim that as efficient?) Residential rates increased by 11 percent last year. I know I should not get so upset as the letter appeared on April 1, but many electors are very concerned about the governance of Greater Shepparton. Yours sincerely, Keppel Turnour Shepparton
DAYCARE CENTRES HOLIDAY SYSTEM? Dear Editor, I would like to express my disappointment and frustration with Greater Shepparton City Council and their daycare centres. We are planning a family holiday overseas this year; we have saved up the money and have earned the annual leave. We are excited to be spending time as a family on our first family holiday overseas. We ran into a little snag with our council run daycare. It turns out there is no system for holiday leave, or annual leave to take our son out of daycare. For us to keep his spot, we have to pay the full rate while he is not even there, either that or we would have to pull him out of daycare and lose his spot. How can this be justified? How can full time working families afford to pay this when their child/children are in care full time? Families are already under enough strain to make ends meet, and when they finally can afford to have some time off, the daycare centres have no system! I understand that the centres need to make ends meet, but why can’t they offer a discount rate when families want to go on holidays? Yours sincerely, Mathieu Ryan Mooroopna Want to have your say? Email your letters to the Editor to editorial@sheppartonadviser.com.au. Max 100 words
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New era of banking arrives in Shepparton NEW BRANCH NOW OPEN… From left (back), Westpac Personal Banking Assistants, Melissa Rendina, Leonie Hill, Melitta Tanner, Personal Banking Business, Candi Veal, Bank Manager, Kerry Barbour, Personal Banking Assistant, Stacey Bell and Personal Banker, Wendy Brady, who are all excited to have the new Shepparton branch now opened. Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.
A NEW era of banking has landed in Shepparton, with the opening of the new, $1M-plus Westpac bank facility yesterday seeing 24/7 ATM banking offered in the region for the first time. The new-look branch, which is located near Kmart Tyre and Auto Service in Vaughan Central, combines a mix of self-service banking options and tailored advice and support from a specialised team of local experts and for the first time in the region, will provide customers access to six 24/7 accessible ATMs including a coin deposit machine, notes and coins exchange machine, business deposit machine and three fast deposit ATMs. Bank Manager at Westpac Shepparton, Kerry Barbour said, “It is exciting to be able to offer innovative banking to the region and to be the first Westpac branch in the region to offer it is pretty special.
“The Bank Now upgrade will give us new and improved technical capabilities for both customers and staff. Our Smart ATMs will be available 24 hours which means customers can deposit cash, cheques and coins and withdraw and exchange notes and coins at any time of the day. “The branch will also offer customers the new Connect Now service, a feature that will allow customers including small business customers to speak with Westpac experts across the country via video conferencing to ensure they get access to the right expertise when they need it. “We welcome everyone to come in and have a look.” To check out the new branch, visit 210 – 216 Corio Street (Vaughan Central side, near Kmart Tyre and Auto Service) or phone 5820 0755.
Kialla Park Recreation Reserve Masterplan released FEEDBACK is currently being sought on the draft Kialla Park Recreation Reserve Masterplan, which aims to provide strategic guidance for the future planning, management and operations of the reserve over the next 10 years. The plan outlines a number of recommendations including the establishment of an informal Reserve Committee made up of user groups, the continuation of discussions with AFL to determine future strategic directions in the region, the undertaking of a feasibility study for the development of an artificial turf oval and associated infrastructure, an upgrade to the main oval surface including expansion, surface improvements and lighting to the main oval, the sealing of roadways and improvement of traffic calming measures and signage and replacement of carpet on the undercover bowls green and future capital plan development of the bowls club. Greater Shepparton City Council Director Infrastructure, Steve Bowmaker encouraged users of the facility and local residents to have a say. “We need to ensure we cater for future usage demand of the facility so we need to hear from our community as to what their needs may be,” Mr Bowmaker said. Feedback will be received online until April 22. For more information, or to provide feedback, visit www.greatershepparton.com.au
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Inaugural scholarship to help local reach her teaching dream By David Lee THANKS to the inaugural Sue Beeton Indigenous Scholarship in Teaching, recent La Trobe University Bachelor of Arts Mature Age Graduate, Sharonlee Post will be able to fulfil her dream to help teach others. As one of 92 who graduated from La Trobe Universit y at a ceremony held at Eastbank Centre last week, Sharonlee worked hard throughout her studies where she majored in history and sociology, which is just one of the many reasons she was selected to be the first to receive the $20,000 scholarship, which she plans to use to complete her Masters of Teaching. Founder of the Sue Beeton Indigenous Scholarship, Dr Sue Beeton said, “Being the inaugural scholarship this was really important to me and I wanted it to be pretty special and Sharonlee certainly fits the profile. I am looking forward to maintaining a connection and friendship with her. “My hope was that it could provide support for mature age students who are engaged in the community to allow them to fully engage with their studies and help to create a ripple effect, where upon the successful recipients will learn, then teach others who will go on to teach others. “A mong the reasons I founded the scholarship was that I wanted to contribute back. I have for many years been dreaming about an Indigenous scholarship. “This is the first of four scholarships and
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SCHOLARSHIP OF DREAMS… From left, Founder of the Sue Beeton Indigenous Scholarship in Teaching, Dr Sue Beeton who has granted the inaugural scholarship to recent La Trobe University Bachelor of Arts Mature Age Graduate, Sharonlee Post to help her fulfil her dream to become a teacher. Photo: David Lee.
we’ll see what happens from there.” Sharonlee said, “I almost cried when I got the letter telling me I was being awarded the scholarship. “I have worked hard for four years and it was great to know that somebody really noticed. “It’s a fantastic acknowledgement of my
hard work, but this hasn’t been all about my Bachelor of Arts studies. I’ve been on a journey of finding my family, culture and who I am and I want to pass that on to other children. Ultimately bridging gaps and crossing cultures really is all about education.”
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Local alcohol and drug treatment program welcomes funding extension THE continuation of critical funding for two alcohol and drug treatment programs in the Murray electorate, is being praised by those involved locally with Primary Care Connect’s (PCC) Women’s Supported Accommodation Program, which is receiving $139,296. With more than double the Department of Health’s recommended numbers treated through the program at PCC, the funding will help to go toward operational costs and to fund the program’s Family Resource Worker. PP C ’s Women’s Supported Accommodation Program provides sustained and supported accommodation from 3 to 12 months for women who have undergone an alcohol and drug withdrawal program and/or who require assistance in controlling their alcohol and drug use to enable their transition to independent, addiction free living. The program also provides support for parents of children 16 years or younger who are actively engaged in alcohol, tobacco and other drugs counselling and who agree to the development of a parenting plan PCC Interim CEO, Rebecca Lorains said, “Our program takes a holistic approach to helping women with issues surrounding substance abuse, so this funding is essential. “ T h e d e p a r t m e n t ’s r e c o m m e n d e d treatment numbers are at 12 but we treat more than double that because the need in the community is there.
FUNDING EXTENSION WELCOMED… From left, Primary Care Connect Interim CEO, Rebecca Lorains and Women’s Supported Accommodation Program Worker, Kylie Cherry are welcoming the Federal Governments decision to extend funding for their Women’s Supported Accommodation Program. Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.
“If we didn’t have the funding, the worst case scenario is that these women wouldn’t be supported.” As well as PCC , Northern District Community Health Service in Echuca will also be receiving the funding extension,
being provided with $309,000 for their Rural Withdrawal Program. If anyone is having trouble overcoming addiction, contact Primary Care Connect on 5823 3200 or Northern District Community Health Service on 5451 0200.
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5,100 more premises go live on the NBN Telstra helping region lead the way to super fast internet continued from front page WITH new areas going live last week, 2,500 premises between the Peter Ross-Edwards Causeway and Excelsior Avenue and between the Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-Operative off Mooroopna–Murchison Road to just before Carr Crescent in Mooroopna now have access to the NBN. The 2,600 premises between Fahey Street to just beyond Golf Drive and from Lightfoot Street to just beyond Wanganui Road in Shepparton’s north also now have access to download speeds of up to 100mbps. These are in addition to the approximate 5,000 premises in central Shepparton that already have access to the NBN with other premises in Shepparton’s north and east are also set to gain access to the network by August this year and areas in Shepparton’s south will have access by June and will be joined in October by premises in Mooroopna’s west. Telstra Stores Shepparton Managing Director, Scott Kelly said, “With the additional 5,100 premises in Mooroopna and Shepparton now live, we are lucky enough to be seeing our region becoming one of the most connected to the NBN faster than most other areas in Australia. “Access to the NBN has brought the region up to speed in the digital space. With faster internet access, Shepparton and Mooroopna community members and businesses will be able to realise the full potential of a connected world. “Another 10,000 premises are planned to have access by the end of the year, which will mean a majority of Shepparton and Mooroopna residents will have fibre connected to the premises giving them access to the super fast NBN network, which is fantastic news for Greater Shepparton.” The staff at both Telstra Stores in Shepparton and the Telstra Business Centre are excited to be talking about the new live NBN areas in Shepparton and Mooroopna and the difference it will make to the user’s experience, and are inviting Greater Shepparton residents to get in touch to discuss their options. “It’s important for local residents to know the move to services over the NBN is not automatic. We encourage everyone within the NBN footprint to contact us and talk to a local to get connected and start
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GREATER SHEPPARTON SWITCHES ON… 5,100 premises in Shepparton and Mooroopna are the latest to gain access to the National Broadband Network, with a further 10,000 premises to go live on the network by the end of this year. Image: Supplied.
experiencing the benefits of super fast broadband today,” Scott said. To discuss all the NBN options Telstra has available, visit the Telstra Store in the Target Arcade, Maude Street Mall, Shepparton or the Shepparton Marketplace, or phone 5820 7000 and to have Telstra take you through all of their business options, visit the Telstra Business Centre at 114-116 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, or phone 5820 7040.
Win a Blue Tick 4GX phone TO help celebrate the new areas going live on the NBN in Shepparton and Mooroopna and the launch of the 4GX network in January, The Adviser and Telstra are giving one lucky reader the chance to win a Prepaid Telstra Evolution 4GX valued at $129. Boasting a large 4” colour screen and five megapixel camera, the Telstra Evolution also comes with Telstra’s Blue Tick, which means it is recommended by Telstra for rural and regional handheld coverage. To be in the running to win, simply visit ‘The Shepparton Adviser’ on Facebook and like, share and comment on the Win a Phone Competition post. The winner will be announced on Wednesday, April 22.
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Mouth-watering Winter meals made easy AS the chilly nights set in and Winter comes knocking on our door, we start to envision warm cosy nights on the couch and weekends spent indoors creating hearty Winter meals in the kitchen; but often those key ingredients are hard to find… Not anymore, Krueger’s Fine Meats and Smallgoods has all the meats you love to eat, but often can’t source locally. Kruegers’ receive regular deliveries late in the week, just in time for weekend cooking. At this time of year you can look forward to beautiful, fresh beef cheeks, mouth-watering lamb shanks and the rarer items such as goat cutlets, lamb brains and ox tail. Store Manager, Emma Krueger says, “If we don’t have something you want, we will do whatever we can to get our hands on it for you.” Kruegers’ can also assist with private catering by preparing, slicing and sealing pre-roasted meats in vacuum bags, so all you have to do is reheat in the oven or hot water and serve. All meats are sourced from Victorian producers and smallgoods are both cooked and smoked on the premises. Choose from cold-cuts like devon, ham and strasburg or beautiful housemade kranskys, frankfurts, kabanas, smoked chicken breasts or black puddings and pair them together with the selection of continental accompaniments for the perfect antipasto platter. Business Owner, Martin Krueger said, “Our meats are as fresh as we can get them, meaning more flavour, less fat and much less additives than a lot of larger meat retailers.” Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000. Krueger’s Fine Meats and Smallgoods is a participating business in the 2015 GMCU $25,000 Giveaway.
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PLUG IN THE SLOW COOKER… Indulge in hearty winter meals with Krueger’s Fine Meats and Smallgoods’ range of fresh Winter produce this season. Business Owner, Martin Krueger. Photo: Alicia Niglia. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
Months of planning for centenary ANZAC Day SHEPPARTON RSL along with Council, police, associated organisations and the media last week attended a briefing to finalise plans for this year’s special ANZAC Day commemoration, which has the theme of 100 Years of ANZAC The Spirit Lives 2014 – 2018. Shepparton RSL is expecting a huge crowd, and is catering for it with double the normal seats for the services both in Shepparton and Mooroopna. It is going to be a “family friendly event” with approximately 1,500 individual and tiered seats. Leading the march shortly after 10am will be Rod Kilgour, who will be riding his horse towing a Furphy Water Cart from the RSL along Wyndham Street, turning right into Fryers Street and right again into Welsford Street. The Shepparton Brass and Wind Band, part of Shepparton Brass Band Inc. will also be congregating at Shepparton RSL and starting their march at the same time along the same route however continuing along Fryers Street to Marungi Street. Guest speaker at the various ANZAC Day Services will be Sergeant Shane Duncan. For a complete ANZAC Day Services program along with what roads will be closed and where seating will be, refer to next week’s edition of The Adviser.
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Established, successful business for sale DUE to family commitments and with a personal relocation in the wind, an exciting opportunity exists to purchase the hugely successful Healthy Choice Kebabs store situated in the food court at the Shepparton Marketplace. After eight years of trading, Business Owner, Rose Aktas has said, “We’ve built a great business here, it’s a perfect ‘family business’ as it only requires four or five staff members to run it. The hours are basically office hours too, so you can still have a life whilst owning the business.” High profit margin, guaranteed foot traffic, free parking and a loyal customer base make Healthy Choice Kebabs a very enticing opportunity for the right buyer. Rose said, “There is plenty of growth and development in and around the Marketplace and with the centre having everything you need - all under the one roof, the business is only going to grow.” Healthy Choice Kebabs, as the name suggests - says it all, “It’s about offering a healthy alternative, that’s the focus with our kebabs but they’re still priced competitively.” Rose has chosen her suppliers with this principle in mind, sourcing quality, lean cuts
STRONG BUSINESS GROWTH… From left, Family business, Healthy Choice Kebabs is on the market, well established and primed for continued success. Team Members, Filiz Sut, Tayfun Gulec, Rose and Kadir Aktas. Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.
of meat and fresh local salad ingredients. “The key is consistency, a clean shop, freshly made salads and dips, along with treating your customers more like your friends, knowing their name and their order makes a big difference.” To enquire about purchasing Healthy Choice Kebabs, phone Rose on 0421 248 361 or 5822 4216, Healthy Choice Kebabs is located at Shepparton Marketplace, 108
Benalla Rd Shepparton. The store’s hours of operation are 9am to 5.30pm Monday to Thursday, Friday 9am to 9pm, Saturdays from 9am to 5pm and Sundays from 10am to 4pm. Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for a chance to win a share of $25,000. Healthy Choice Kebabs is a participating business in the 2015 GMCU $25,000 Giveaway.
New LED truck lights at Hartwigs’ HARTWIGS Trucks’ new range of LED truck lights have recently arrived, providing ‘safety that never sleeps’. The new range of LED truck headlights have been proven to dramatically improve visibility and clarity in wet weather and foggy conditions as well as assist in making street signs more visible through reducing glare. The new range has been designed to help drivers see a further distance ahead specifically on the open road, enabling more response time in the case of oncoming traffic hazards or animals and clearer views of pedestrians and cyclists. Neil’s Transpor t Di rec tor, A nd rew Jackson said, “We’ve already purchased several trucks from Hartwigs’ that have had the new LED lights fitted and we’ve just purchased another two. “The new trucks have been fitted with the lights as well, we wouldn’t go back to normal headlights now; the new LED lights are unbreakable, they’re very tough, give a better, clearer whiter light and they don’t blow globes. They’re safer for our drivers.” For better clarity when driving and an
SIMPLY A SAFER RIDE… Hartwigs Trucks are now fitting the new LED safer truck lights; improving clarity and visibility on the road. Branch Manager John McCarroll. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
overall safer driving experience, enquire about Hartwigs’ new range of LED truck headlights today, visit Hartwigs Trucks at 320 Benalla Road, Shepparton or phone 5820 7820.
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Tight print deadlines-Not a problem! S I T UAT E D i n c e nt r a l S h e p p a r t o n , Printworks, Print & Copy Solutions provides a broad range of print products and services to the Greater Valleys. Versatility and adaptability are most definitely business requirements needed to be successful in an industry that has advanced so much within such a short period of time. P r i nt work s’ B u si ne s s O w ner, Ken Faulkner proudly claims over 43 years in the industry; a specialist in his field, Ken has successfully built his business on this principle of adaptability, providing his customers with the invaluable service of last minute print possibilities. Ken says, “People often come to us with last minute print jobs, when they run out of flyers for an exhibition, event or in the case of funeral service stationery, when there is obviously not a lot of lead time. “Our staff pride themselves on the fast delivery of digital print projects.” Printworks’ can print brochures, labels, reports, training manuals, certificates,
LAST MINUTE JOBS A SPECIALITY… Printworks, Print & Copy Proprietor, Ken Faulkner and his team can turn around digital printing jobs in as little as 36 hours. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
family history books, calendars, funeral stationery as well as personalised invitations and direct to garments on T-shirts, hoodies, and polos. Wide format posters, matte, gloss and laminate finishing are also available for your next job. Printworks’ can also make a variety of self-inking rubber stamps. Printworks’ are open from Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 5.30pm, call in and see the friendly team about your next print job at 195 Corio Street, Shepparton, email info@pworks.com.au or phone 5822 2925. Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000. Printworks Print & Copy Solutions is a participating business in the 2015 GMCU $25,000 Giveaway.
Make knitting fun with Lincraft yarns LINCRAFT has everything you need to get yourself set up for a creative winter full of knitting, get creative and make yourself a new throw rug, knit something special for a newborn, or stock up the wardrobe with jumpers, scarves and hats. Make knitting fun, with yarns available in every colour and texture imaginable and a huge range of pattern books with patterns
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available for all yarn types. Get crafty with the beautiful range of pastel coloured fairy floss yarns, perfect for creating a range of children’s toys using associated patterns. Perhaps try your hand at making your first beanie with the all-new beanie kits, complete with pom-poms. Learn arm knitting with the in-store demonstrations, or teach the kids how with the ‘learn to knit for kids’ range of knitting patterns for Australian animals, the ‘outback buddies’ even come with their own story books for added encouragement. Pick up a bargain when you choose from the selected Victorian made, Australian
Country Spinners (ACS) yarns, on promotion as advertised with the well-renowned Better Homes And Gardens magazine. Speak to the helpful team at Lincraft Sheparton to help you get your next project underway, and ask about Club Lincraft, where members receive 50 percent off all Lincraft branded pattern books. If you’re stuck for Mother’s Day, simply grab Mum a Lincraft Gift Card. Visit Lincraft Shepparton, 10-12 Benalla Road, Shepparton, or phone 5831 5755. Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000. Lincraft is a participating business in the 2015 GMCU $25,000 Giveaway
GET CRAFTY THIS WINTER… Lincraft Store Manager, Narelle Britt shows off Lincraft’s huge variety of assorted fabric yarns, perfect for creating a range of Winter ‘woolies’!. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
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Shepparton Art Museum continued from front page THE group’s vision suggests a dome or sphere style akin to the Exhibition Building and Queen Victoria Building in Sydney, at least twice the floor size of Benalla Art Gallery, just two storeys and energy efficient via the use of solar panels. The building would encompass elements to suit all types of art in the region and would include an amphitheatre and house a hall area large enough to display the gallery’s complete collection including the many valuable paintings currently housed in the SAM basement. The inclusion of a local hall of fame has also been mentioned in the proposal that would allow residents of Shepparton to pay recognition to the many men and women who have helped shape the city of Shepparton as it is today. The Kialla Artists’ Group agrees with the integration of the Visitor Information Centre, a restaurant and artist workshop area, and as for the location choice, they agree that Victoria Park Lake is a pleasing and accessible area that could also lend itself to the formation of a sculpture park and art trail. Kialla Artists’ Group Member, Ray Hill said, “At the moment there are a couple of us professional artists in town and we are forced to go out of town to make a living and a new art gallery would help ease that issue. “The disappointing thing with the current council proposal is that local artists weren’t consulted with the design, and that shouldn’t have happened. “Our main point of difference is that we don’t want a big Lego block that will be stuck here and in 30 years time will look out-dated. We want something that’s an Australian icon and something that works a lot more efficiently. “We want the new gallery to become a hub for the city and made accessible to as much of the community as we can and connect with them on a real level. “We’ve never had a better option to get culture off the ground in Shepparton that can also showcase local business, bring tourists to the area and involve the community more in art. “The creation of Shepparton’s new art gallery will generate a renewal of interest in local art and art in general, and to take advantage of that interest, an ‘art library and learning hall’ plus a designated area to showcase our own local art should be a major part of the gallery.
A MORE FITTING CONCEPT… From left, Members of the Kialla Artists’ Group, Cheryl Wallace, Ray Hill, Ross Paterson, David Macsweeney, Amy Dainton and Bill Lumley have put together a proposal for the new Shepparton Art Museum that they believe is more fitting. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
“To make the gallery, and in turn Shepparton, a ‘must see’ designation for the local community, and especially local and overseas tourists, an opportunity should be given to enterprising business people and artists to lease buildings in, or in close proximity to, the art gallery such as picture framers, pottery, sculpture and metal craftspeople and shops that showcase local produce such as jams, wines and other products. “A sculpture park and art trail would be very attractive to art lovers as well as families looking for a way of healthy exercise and a learning experience for both adults and children which may also create an interest for many who have had none or very little exposure to the arts. “Another enterprise idea which could add great interest to the Shepparton community and very importantly be very attractive to local and overseas tourists, would be to invite brewery proprietors to set up a mini-brewery for ale and/or cider near the gallery and if coupled with an outlet for wine tasting of our local wineries it could really boost Shepparton tourist visitors and most importantly visitors to the gallery.” Greater Shepparton City Council will now review all input from the community that was
received during the community consultation period and will deliberate on whether or not to go ahead with the project, which will see the next phase ask for community input on what elements of the business case they are and are no happy with.
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The perfect gift for every occasion THE quirky and the beautiful, the practical and the functional, the sentimental and the precious, whatever the gift you’re looking for, you’re certain to find it at Pinch of Salt on Fryers Street. If you’ve not visited in a while, or never before, a visit is highly recommended. Take some time to admire the ever-changing range of stylish homewares, clothing, jewellery and special occasion giftware. Pinch of Salt invites the casual browser to enjoy a relaxed meander in a comfortable, friendly environment, where the sociable staff offer a level of personalised service that ensures you will find that perfect gift or that special something that you’re looking for, or perhaps not looking for… Business owner of 18 years, Carolyne Young says, “We receive great feedback on our ever-changing range, quite often our customers will find that special something they didn’t even realise they needed, until they saw it, and then just couldn’t live without it.” Pinch of Salt offer shoppers competitive pricing on qualit y brands like; CRABTREE & EVELYN, GLASSHOUSE
THE TEAM AT PINCH OF SALT… Will help you find the perfect gift for Mum this Mother’s Day; From left, Izzy Treacy, Kay Sanders, Carolyn Young and Megan Trevaskis, (absent) Jenni Fahey. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
FRAGRANCES, KitchenAid, and Bamix, with free gift-wrapping a specialty. Find that special something for mum this Mother’s Day at Pinch Of Salt, 113 Fryers Street Shepparton, next to car park phone
5831 5315. Pinch of Salt is a participating business in the 2015 GMCU $25,000 Giveaway.Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000.
Great offer on new smorgasbord at Mojo’s MOJO’S Licensed Café is introducing an exciting new concept in dining to Shepparton. After many years living and working in Melbourne, Mojo’s Licensed Café Business Owner and qualified Chef, Mr. Singh has discovered a concept that offers a unique point of difference from other dining venues in the area. On Friday April 24, Mojo’s Licensed Café will begin offering a smorgasbord dinner option to diners wanting to eat out and experience a range of different cuisines. Mr Singh explained, “We will offer, up to 11 choices of hot foods, including traditional Indian, Italian, Asian and Australian dishes, as well as a bread station with fresh specialty breads, including gluten free options. Freshly made soup of the day, a salad bar with coldcuts and assorted salads and a dessert bar. “I think it will be a great option for families, as it is sometimes difficult to decide on a cuisine that the whole family will enjoy when eating out. “Our smorgasbord option will give people a very affordable option with three courses costing just $24.90 for adults, $12.50 for children under 12, those under three will be free of charge. We’ll also offer a take-away option from $10.” Mojo’s Licensed Café will offer their smorgasbord option from 5.30pm to 9.30pm
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FILL UP FOR DINNER… From left, Mojo’s Licensed Café Barista, Penny Hennery, Floor Manager, Carolyn Burns, Cook Belinda Fordham and Chef, Mandeep Singh are excited to be bringing a new concept in dining to Shepparton, a smorgasbord dinner option. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
Thursday to Saturday in addition to their regular opening hours, breakfast from 7am to 12pm and lunch from 11am to 4pm Monday to Saturday. To promote this new addition to the business, Mojo’s Licensed Café are also offering 20 percent off all pre-booked dinners for the first two weeks, (until Friday, May 8). To book a table phone 5821 1969
or pop in and see the team at Shop 12, Centre Point Plaza, 276-278 Maude Street Shepparton. Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000. Mojo’s Licensed Café is a participating business in the 2015 GMCU $25,000 Giveaway.
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Win a 2014 Honda Jazz with Hunters’ FAMILY owned business WB Hunter Home Timber and Hardware are once again giving one lucky winner the chance to drive away in a brand new Honda Jazz with their annual Car Giveaway promotion! It’s on again, from now until the end of July, simply spend $25 or more in any one of WB Hunters’ nine stores, to enter the draw to win a 2014 Honda Jazz. This exciting promotion starts today, Wednesday April 15, and will run until July 31 this year, before a winner is announced on August 15. WB Hunter’ Managing Director, Michael Moroney says, “The Car Giveaway is our way of giving back to those who support us, we do it every year and it’s been extremely popular, last year we had over 8000 entries in the competition.” WB Hunter’ stock a large variety of products across their nine stores, including rural and agricultural needs, animal and pet supplies, hardware, irrigation, steel, outdoor furniture, paint, timber and building products. WB Hunter’ are a community minded business, focused on keeping the money spent
JAZZING THINGS UP AT HUNTERS’… WB Hunter Group Assistant Hardware Manager, Adam Morris shows off the brand new Honda Jazz up for grabs in Hunters’ 2015 annual Car Giveaway. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
in regional Victoria, in regional Victoria; the business is not only locally owned and operated, but also provides employment opportunities to more than 90 local staff in the Shepparton area alone. Peter said, “We are proud to be local, and to support local people. We wish all of our 2015
entrants good luck, and we’re already looking forward to drawing a winner!” For your chance to win, visit WB Hunter Home Timber and Hardware at 20-28 Florence Street, Shepparton or phone 5821 5744. Vic Permit number 15/516.
sTraditional barbers provide a close shave ESTABLISHED in Shepparton for more than 10 years, Sky Salon now has two great locations, their original salon on Poplar Avenue and for the past two years in their Vaughan Street location as well. Sky Salon not only offer qualified hairdressers and barbers, they also offer the traditional ‘cut throat’ shave as well. Former Shepparton resident and Sky Salon client, Grant Tobias said, “It’s great to find a local business in Shepparton that does ‘cut throats’ the staff are friendly and welcoming, and you can walk in off the street without
needing an appointment.” Barber, Ammar Mohammed said, “We aspire to be the best hairdressing salon in Shepparton, my father (Akeel Mohammed) is a perfectionist, and an artist in hairdressing and his business reflects that.” Sky Salon Vaughan Street is open seven days a week, from 9am to 6pm Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm on Saturdays and from 9am to 1pm on Sundays. Book an appointment, or just pop in and see the team at Sky Salon, 36 Vaughan Street, Shepparton, phone 5822 2558.
Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000. Sky Salon is a participating business in the 2015 GMCU $25,000 Giveaway.
WELCOMING STYLISH SALON… Sky Salon Owner, Akeel Mohammed provides professional friendly and quality service to Shepparton resident, Tim Daws. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
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Prime location and set for success
Renowned, award winning Peaches Café on the market
HAPPY TO HAVE BROUGHT SMILES… From left, Peaches Café Owners and family members, Nancy, Alan and Mimmo Lahia feel blessed to have provided the Shepparton community with years of smiles, but are now moving on to allow Alan the chance to take up a scholarship in a sports focused secondary school in Melbourne. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
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PEACHES Café, adjacent to SPC Ardmona Factory Sales is one of Shepparton’s most popular cafés, renowned for its personality, big bright smiles and famous first prize winning scones. Located in a prime, inner city location at 197 Corio Street, the business has been built on providing customers with a terrific service philosophy, and now a loyal customer base regularly frequent the café. This easy-to-run, wellestablished café business is now ready for new owners to take on. Business Owner, Mimmo Lahia says, “We have been committed to making our customer’s day better by delivering an unforgettable experience of happiness, providing exceptional coffee, prize-winning scones, the friendliest and most outrageous service you’ll find anywhere in the world.” Peaches Café operates seven days a week, offering an all-day breakfast, plenty of lunch options; including made-to-order rolls, wraps, and toasted sandwiches, along with huge range of gluten free sweet and savoury food, homemade sweets and of course, the prize-winning scones
that are baked fresh daily at 9:00am. Peaches Café also offers free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor area for smokers. The business has a well-established online presence via Facebook and Trip Advisor and has been ranked number one of 93 Shepparton restaurants for many years. Mimmo and his wife Nancy feel both blessed and grateful to have had the wonderful opportunity to live in Shepparton. Good fortune came their way when their only friends in Shepparton, Heather and Ross Gange introduced them to successful and generous entrepreneur, Jim Andreadis, who offered them the opportunity to manage Peaches Café in July 2011. Now the time has come to move on, as their son Alan has been offered a scholarship in a sports focused secondary school in Melbourne. With a devoted and loyal clientele, Mimmo and Nancy hope to find a new custodian who will continue to nurture the business that they have lovingly established. To enquire about purchasing the business, please contact Nicole Male on 0434 548 732.
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From left, Admoor Plumbing Sales and Design Manager, Sam Cannata and Project Manager, Phil Collins are part of the team at Admoor Plumbing in Mooroopna who are your first pointof-call for all your plumbing, pump and irrigation needs. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
Trusted name
Admoor Plumbing offers solid advice
MOOROOPNA’S own Admoor Plumbing is your local point-of-call for all of your plumbing, pump and irrigation needs for around the home or for your commercial set-up. Admoor Plumbing has been a part of the Mooroopna community for more than 20 years and Proprietors, Mick and Maria Ciavarella along with the professional team of experienced plumbers and irrigation specialists are available to offer assistance and advice on all your home handyman or professional projects.
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During the Winter months, the team at Admoor Plumbing encourage residents of the community to carry out some important household maintenance. Mick says, “During Winter when you are utilising your heating system more frequently it’s important to know that your heater is working safely and effectively, we carry out heater checks in your home to ensure that there are no instances of leaking and to ensure that
your heater is running efficiently. “Winter is also a great time of the year to prepare for the summer months with the installation of water efficient sprinkler systems. “Here at Admoor Plumbing, our expert team can help design, supply, install and maintain your irrigation system from basic domestic sprinkler systems, right through to large scale commercial set-ups. “Call in and see us for all of your irrigation requirements.” For more information, stop in and see the team at Admoor Plumbing, 250 McLennan Street, Mooroopna or phone 5825 1800.
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Bring your home to life with IT’S amazing the changes that can be made to any room of your home with just a splash of colour. From a few scatter cushions, coloured bottles and candle holders to changing the colour of fabric on your couch or dining chairs your home can be brought back to life.
Walls
The most common way to add colour to an otherwise blank canvas, is a feature wall. It is a look that has become incredibly popular in recent years, with many homeowners painting or papering one wall in a bold colour or pattern. If you think that a feature wall would be a little too much there are other options for adding a feature colour, such as adding a bright rug.
Furniture
If you want to avoid adding a huge block of colour, a fantastic way to break up a boring, neutral scheme is with a pop of colour from chairs or furniture, and an upholstered chair is great for this. Furniture is the perfect way to introduce a burst of colour into a white or neutral room
as it can easily be altered or replaced. If a bright coloured lounge suite or upholstered dining chairs aren’t what you’re looking for, then a few bright scatter cushions will do the trick, and the best thing is you can change or remove them at any time you wish.
Artwork and accessories
Dining rooms often have an air of lavishness about them, so you can take advantage of this and give your room a touch of luxury by hanging artwork on the walls. Even just one large photograph, print, or painting will add much-needed colour to the room. Adding some greenery, a beautiful vase of flowers or some coloured glass jars and matching candle holders are other great ways to add colour and life to your homes interior.
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WHETHER your home is 10 years or 110 years old, giving it a modern edge to bring it back into the current day can be a challenging and expensive feat, but it doesn’t have to be. Here are some simple ways to bring your home up to date, without breaking the bank.
It’s all in the details
Pick up a few of your favourite home magazines, or visit ‘home’ websites and use them to draw inspiration to find modern home detailing. Simple details like yellow light switch plates can date your home and simply changing them to white or a matching décor colour will be a good start to bringing your room into the modern day.
Let there be light
Home light fixtures usually are made for the current times so by updating ceiling, hallway, bedroom and bathroom fixtures
you will modernise your space and could even bring better and more efficient light into your home. You could even try to reduce or remove fixtures by bringing in more natural light, which is all the rage right now.
Material
Flooring, wallpaper, kitchen/bath counters and sinks/bathtubs are an instant tell-tale sign of age. By replacing worn and outdated carpet, putting up some new and modern wallpaper or adding a fresh lick of paint, refacing cabinetry and replacing any seriously outdated bath tubs and sinks can do wonders.
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Snapshots of Shepparton’s past SHEPPARTON has been a thriving community for more than 155 years, and throughout that time many people and events have helped to shape the township into the community that it is today. The Adviser, with the help of former local, Marlene Kuhn and the wider community, has decided to share some of those moments in
time with you through a series of photographs. If you have an old photograph of a local event or moment in time that you would love to see published, feel free to email the image to editorial@sheppartonadviser.com.au
LEST WE FORGET… As we approach the ANZAC Centenary, it is important that we pay tribute to and remember those who have served our country and their families, and thanks to local resident, Elva Gunnell (Rowston), we can share a photo of her father, Corporal Frederick Rowston and a group of local Legacy children, women and men at Deakin Reserve in the early 1940s. Frederick, who can be seen in the photo on the right, was married to Ethel Rowston and they had four children, Elva, Barry, Betty and Margaret. Frederick trained at Puckapunyal and embarked for active service on February 5, 1941 where he served in Bombay, Dadali in the Middle East. Frederick was injured in a bomb explosion but returned to active service, before being promoted to Corporal. Frederick then embarked to Port Moresby, New Guinea and then after active service, returned to Heidelberg Hospital, where he was discharged for being medically unfit due to the bomb explosion. Frederick returned to Shepparton and passed away suddenly at the Mooroopna Hospital on August 13, 1945 and was buried at the Shepparton Cemetery two days later; the day that peace was declared. The photo above was taken at Deakin Reserve in 1941 or 1942 and pictures many local Legacy children and women including the Walker family, McKellar, Herring, Crawford, Hooper, Hughes, Watkins, Fielding, Connor, Clark, Hicks, Dickson and the Rowston families. Each of these families husbands/fathers were away serving in the war, but Elva said that Legacy was wonderful and really helped her family greatly by putting her sister through hairdressing and her brother through plasterworks.
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Pillow Talk, home linen specialists
EXTENSIVE RANGE TO SUIT ALL HOMES, STYLES AND BUDGETS… Pillow Talk Store Manager, Lurline Le Neuf can assist in finding the perfect product for your home’s style. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
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FOR all your bedding, bathroom and home décor needs, visit Pillow Talk at Home Central, on Benalla Road, Shepparton. As one of Australia’s largest home linens specialists, Pillow Talk place great emphasis on quality, style and value. Pillow Talk caters for every Australian home, with a ‘good, better, best’ philosophy; Pillow Talk has an extensive range of products to suit all homes, styles and budgets. Enjoy your next shopping experience when you visit Pillow Talk, Shepparton; the friendly, experienced team have worked in-store since the doors officially opened and can offer an extensive product knowledge with a helpful, friendly attitude. Whether you’re looking for a new piece of décor, or seek help finding the perfect set of sheets or towels, the staff at Pillow Talk Shepparton are on hand, happy to assist in finding the right product for you. To view the range, visit www.pillowtalk.com.au or phone 5821 1999 to speak with one of the friendly team. Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000. Pillow Talk is a participating business in the 2015 GMCU $25,000 Giveaway
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Academy nears as Kewell readies for a friendly game of golf By David Lee AS children across the region get their soccer boots ready for when soccer superstar, Harry Kewell brings the Harry Kewell Academy to Shepparton for two big days, Kewell is also packing his golf shoes and readying to take on close friend and Franchisee of Hungry Jacks Shepparton, Rob Stojanovski. Running on Tuesday, April 21 and Wednesday, April 22 the personalised training lessons will offer children aged between 8 and 14 years the chance to learn skills from the ‘master’ of soccer. Rob said, “This is something that has been in planning for 9 months. “It’s great that Harry will be coming to Shepparton to run the clinics and I’m sure there are many fans who are really looking forward to it. “It will be good to catch up with Harry and I’ll be looking forward to taking him on in a round of golf.” Kewell said, “Your child will learn my methods, so I’ll be hands on with the teaching. It’s the way I learned to play and what I perfected in my 26 year professional career. So I know these methods work, whether you’re playing Under 10s in some suburban league, or in the World Cup. “With the help of Jeep, I am able to reach regional towns in Australia. I look forward to coaching kids in regional locations to help them reach their potential.” Places are capped for each clinic to ensure the one-on-one support offered by the Harry Kewell Academy. Additional professional coaches will accompany Kewell to ensure each child receives expert advice and expertise. Parents are encouraged to register their children via www.harrykewellacademy.com/ masterclass for the 4:30pm to 7pm clinic at the Goulburn Valley Suns Football Club, McEwan Reserve, Brauman Street in Shepparton.
ACADEMY AND GOLF… From left, soccer superstar, Harry Kewell playing a game of golf with close friend and Franchisee of Hungry Jacks Shepparton, Rob Stojanovski, which will be repeated when Kewell visits Shepparton next week to hold the Harry Kewell Academy clinics. Photo: Supplied.
Locals given help to Man Up Keelee Smith; the country’s GET IN THE RIGHT HEADSPACE… From left, AFL Goulburn Murray Region General Manager, Martin Gleeson, Headspace Green Man and Valley Sport Projects Officer, Dean Pritchett who are inviting young men aged between 18 to 25 years old to attend the inaugural Man Up event at the end of the month. Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga
AN event aimed at promoting ‘help-seeking’ behaviour in 18 to 25 year old males is set to kick off for the first time in Shepparton thanks to a collaboration between headspace Shepparton, AFL Goulburn Murray and Valley Sport. The Man Up event, which will be held at Shepparton’s Eastbank Centre on April 29 from 6:30pm, aims to challenge the perception that, as a ‘bloke,’ you should be able to deal with everything on your own. The Man Up event will encourage and support men to say ‘it’s ok if I am not ok’ and learn how to help their mates. Manager at headspace Shepparton, Caroline French said young males typically find it difficult to seek help when they are struggling. “Often, young males think they should be able to work everything out on their own. Not speaking up, or being unaware that it’s common to struggle at times prevents young men seeking help when they need it. This can create considerable disruption to a young man’s life, their friends, their family and the broader community. Man Up is about helping men 18 to 25 to develop skills to cope with
emotional distress, learn how to manage pressure and how to help their mates,” Ms French said. Valley Sport Executive Officer, David Quinn said sporting clubs are becoming increasingly aware of the issues surrounding mental health. “It is really important that clubs and members know how and where to seek help if needed. We hope that the Man Up event will encourage all participants to have the confidence to have the tough conversations when required,” Mr Quinn said. AFL Goulburn Murray Region General Manager, Martin Gleeson said this kind of event and will benefit the community as well as Goulburn Murray’s players, volunteers and supporters. “This event is part of a broader Club Development Program, focused on providing support to clubs to encourage inclusive and responsible environments for their players, volunteers and supporters. I would encourage all the local clubs to send their players and volunteers along to hear these speakers share their experiences.” For further information, phone 5823 8800.
second and third best Bowhunter BOWHUNTING CHAMPION… Local Bowhunter, Keelee Smith has taken out second and third place in the Australian Bowhunting Association (ABA) target section and 3D target section respectively, at the 2015 ABA National Safari Championships at Wagga Wagga. Photo: Supplied.
By David Lee INSTEAD of hunting for eggs over Easter, local Bowhunter, Keelee Smith was hunting for a top spot in the 2015 Australian Bowhunting Association (ABA) National Safari Championships at Wagga Wagga, and after taking both second and third place in the ABA target section and 3D target section respectively, she now has her sights set on the world titles next year. Keelee’s father, Jarrod, who placed second in his field of the 3D section of the championships, said, “The terrain was very hilly, which makes things a little more difficult in judging distances for the ‘cubs.’ “Keelee did very well again this time around. For her to come home second and third best in Australia is a great effort, especially having to shoot over four days continuously. If she keeps it up, she could end up anywhere. “Now we have 12 months to train for the world titles.” Keelee said, “I’m very happy with the result. Having only started bowhunting two years ago, this is a big achievement. “I felt that the terrain was fun, but it was hard as well having to shoot up and down. I handled shooting for four days straight pretty well. “The world titles are pretty exciting but before I take that on I’m looking forward to taking out first place again in the state titles in October.”
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GVFL Seniors Round 2 Results Saturday, April 11 Benalla 118 ............. def ...............Seymour78 Mooroopna 109 .... def ...... Shepp United70 Euroa 114 ................ def ............ Mansfield 29 Rochester140 ......... def ....................Tatura69 Shepp Swans 101 .. def .................. Shepp54 Kyabram 102.......... def ................Echuca 51
GVFL Seniors Round 3 Split Round Saturday, April 11 Seymour ....................vs ................... Mansfield Shepp Swans ...........vs ............ Shepp United Tatura ........................vs .......................Echuca Euroa .........................vs ....................... Benalla
Goal-kicking 2015 Joshua Mellington (Benalla) ......... 12 Justin Maddern (Shep Swans) ...... 11 Elliot Bowen (Rochester) ................ 10 Paul Kirby (Tatura) ............................ 9 Shane McDonald (Mooroopna) .... 7 Brent Arho (Mooroopna)................. 6 Timothy Looby (Shepp United) ....... 6
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Rochester .............. 8 ...... 205.83
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Kyabram ................ 8 ...... 170.09
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Where has the loyalty gone? By Kyle Power “I OWE the club a lot; I can’t see myself playing anywhere else. I want to remain a one club player.” How many times do we hear this old cliché? Player loyalty in both the Australian Football League and country football is at an all time low; the traditionalists and passionate supporters that have been in and around football clubs for a long time, would be shaking their heads in dismay with players switching clubs and changing a reputation by simply putting ink on paper. Player payments are also sky rocketing in country football with some players earning in excess of $1,500 a game, that’s big money! The Goulburn Valley Football League are looking at introducing a salary cap/points system to limit the amount of highly paid players on a list, however I’m not overly confident that this will work as clubs are struggling to submit team sheets let alone tracking of player payments. We all understand that we need to pay big to win big but that is not always the case for chasing premiership glory. The worrying trend that surrounds our current footballing status in country Victoria is the lure of big money for our ‘kids’ and players coming out of U18s. It’s concerning because not only are juniors taught to play for the love of the game and learning about the team aspect, this philosophy is changed when clubs throw bundles of cash at them. The rise and fall of clubs that have had team success based on player loyalty win more games than they lose. Look at superstar and champion Full Forward, Saad Saad (Seymour Lions); a perfect example of player loyalty. With his ability, clubs would have been and possibly still are chasing his services, being a premiership player and centurion goal kicker, but he has stuck with the club as they have declined from their glory days to now developing into another challenging and dominate side. Saad will leave the game as one of country footballs’ greats for outstanding loyalty towards the Lions. The football public, and whoever they may
LOYAL TO YOUR CLUB… Fans of the game of football want to believe that each and every team member is committed to their team and will remain loyal to their club, like Seymour Lions Full Forward, Saad Saad Photo: Supplied.
support, want to know and believe that each and every team member is committed to the cause, and that equates to team success. The disappointing part of players switching clubs is that their minds have already been made up mid-year or after they look at what their mates are doing and where they will be lining up the following year; like a mob of sheep, they follow the leader. The positioning and strength of a team always has and will continue to be a key indicator on where an unsettled player will end up. Lower sides don’t have a chance to secure the services of a talented junior. Money rules the world but loyalty, honesty and playing with your mates for team success will always pay the higher dividend. ‘Footy’ has changed and for the betterment of the game, I hope it continues to blossom for all the right reasons. Kyle Power is a member of the OneFM 98.5 football commentary team and can be heard every Saturday morning from 9:30am.
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MATT CHILCOTT (10) Seymour Shepparton Swans Echuca Benalla
DENNIS PATTERSON (7) Seymour Shepparton Swans Echuca Benalla
JASON WELSH (10) Seymour Shepparton Swans Tatura Benalla
JOHN RYAN (10) Seymour Shepparton Swans Echuca Benalla
JACQUI HUDGSON (9) Seymour Shepparton Swans Echuca Benalla
SAM SARACINO (11) Seymour Shepparton Swans Echuca Benalla
KYLE POWER (11) Seymour Shepparton Swans Tatura Benalla
SUZANNA SHEED (6) Seymour Shepparton Swans Tatura Benalla
HAYDEN BEST (9) Seymour Shepparton Swans Echuca Benalla
PHANTOM (4) Mansfield Shepparton United Tatura Euroa