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WEDNESDAY JULY 22, 2015

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Drive continues to renew CBD By David Lee THE third store to open to the public as part of the Renew Shepparton project is beginning to prove the project’s promise, with a fourth already planning to open on Monday next week, but landlords are being encouraged to get behind the project to help keep the successful momentum going. All That Glitters Boutique, which has filled the once empty store at 132 High Street and will be open weekdays from 10am to 4pm and 10am to 1pm on Saturdays, stocks a range of handmade giftware from candles and natural soaps, to paintings and cards as well as a range of baby and children products including nappy cakes, beanies, headbands, soft toys and Continued on page 18 more.

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A ‘Fairley’ successful 50 years Foundation a pillar of our community

50TH ANNIVERSARY… The Sir Andrew Fairley Foundation is celebrating 50 years in the community, having seen more than $10M invested in the region since the foundation’s launch in 1965. From left, Sir Andrew Fairley Foundation Board of Trustees, Fiona Phillips, Carmel Johnson, Andrew Mott, Chair, Andrew Fairley and Trustees, James Freemantle, Catherine Marriott and Terry Campbell. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

THE Sir Andrew Fairley Foundation is celebrating 50 years as being a pillar in our community, and is continuing with the legacy left behind by a man who cared for Shepparton and its development, having seen more than $10M invested in the region since the foundation’s launch in 1965. From instigating Word and Mouth and being involved in funding for most of the region’s schools, to seeing the introduction of the

incredibly successful Lighthouse Project and Fairley Leadership Program, the Sir Andrew Fairley Foundation has provided no shortage of pushing forward with its aim. The foundation works to promote leadership, build on education outcomes and improving the school retention rates in the Goulburn Valley, work with the cultural and linguistically diverse community, work to enhance arts and culture Continued on page 16 and work with disadvantaged young people.

NEWS | WEATHER

Golden celebrations for Ruby By David Lee TODAY is a very special day for Mercy Health Resident, Ruby Turville, who is turning the golden 100, and while she has seen many changes throughout her lifetime, Ruby is excited for the future ahead. To help celebrate t he big day, 65 members of her family, including her four daughters, 13 grandchildren and many great grandchildren and great, great grandchildren will be joining Ruby this weekend who will each share their stories as Ruby did with The Adviser on the lead up to her birthday. Ruby said, “I was born in Geelong but grew up in Gippsland in a lovely little town on the Swanston River. I was the second eldest of eight children. I moved to Nathalia in 1980. “I get up with the birds and I go to bed with the birds. “I have seen many changes through the years and am looking forward to being 100, and am ready to take on the next 100 years. “It’s funny the things you remember. I always enjoyed having a chop over a barbeque while we were camping. I’ve had many chops over my life. “I remember my husband, Ralph brought home some stock flowers home and my daughter’s rabbit got out and ate them all. “My husband used to work at the rail station in Greensborough, I would leave a lantern on out the front of the house so he

100 GLORIOUS YEARS… Mercy Health Resident, Ruby Turville is turning 100 today and says she is looking forward to the next 100 years. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

could find his way home. “My life has been pretty special the whole way through. I enjoy my family. We’ve always been close, through the good and bad. “I love people and company and I love to talk. “I have always like to garden, and make flower arrangements, but I really love needle work. I think I was virtually born with a

needle in my hand. “The hardest thing I came up against was raising my four daughters and keeping an eye on them all. “I’ve pretty much done everything, except for ride a horse. “I’d like to live the past 100 years over again, except I’d leave just a few things out. “One thing I have lived by is that you only get out of life what you put in.”

Shepparton TODAY

Shepparton Rainfall

High 13º

Water Level Lake Eildon Waranga Basin

Cloudy. 80% chance of rain in the morning and afternoon.

Low 8º

24.4mm this month

% Full 56.54 38.76

Current Vol (ML) 1,885,188 167,577

Sunrise: 7:24am Sunset: 5:26pm

Thursday H 13º L 4º

Friday H 12º L 5º

Saturday H 13º L 5º

Sunday H 11º L 7º

90% chance of 5-10mm

90% chance of 1-5mm

90% chance of <1mm

Monday H 11º L 3º

Tuesday H 14º L 2º

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NEWS

The devastating effects of road trauma KEEPING a cool head while on the roads and being sure to pay attention helps to save lives; that is the message being offered at the upcoming Coolheads Young Driver Program. Running from 7pm sharp on Wednesday, July 29 at the Eastbank Centre, Welsford Street, Shepparton, the program will see local guest speaker, Jarod Issell, who will be talking bout the impact on his family after losing his brother to a road accident in 2002. Shepparton Police Crime Prevention Officer, Leading Senior Constable Glenn Gibson said, “Jarrod’s story is another good example of how when it comes to the families, the effects of road trauma never go away. “Coolheads provides a good chance to reflect on your own driving and take in the safe driving message. “For most young people involved in road accidents, it’s that one time mistake, but that one mistake can have devastating effects. “Most young drivers don’t know what road trauma actually looks like and the long term effects if can have on everyone involved. Coolheads offers an opportunity to show them and we hope that they walk away and look at their driving, which will help to save lives at the end of the day.” Senior Vice President of KDFL, Doug Tuhan said, “We have parents prepared already to take their children to the program this year. I think we’ll have a good number going up. “Many years ago we had an accident occur just outside the football grounds where unfortunately two local youths lost their lives, one

KEEPING A COOL HEAD… Shepparton Police Crime Prevention Officer, Leading Senior Constable Glenn Gibson is encouraging sporting groups and parents across the region to get to the next Coolheads Young Driver program at Eastbank on Wednesday, July 29. Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.

played football with Murchison Football Club, so the message imparted by the Coolheads program is one we want to push and get across. “I honestly believe that we need to push this so that we can potentially make a difference to those youths who are about to get their licences.” For further information or to register your sporting club’s attendance, phone Leading Senior Constable, Glenn Gibson on 5820 5830.

Monga steps into ambassador role

YOUNG AMBASSADOR… Local resident, Monga Mukasa has been named among UNICEF Australia’s latest cohort of young ambassadors. Photo: Supplied.

LOCAL resident, Monga Mukasa, 19, has been named among UNICEF Australia’s latest cohort of young ambassadors, where he will now engage with children and young people on child rights issues, gauge the views and interests of Australia’s young people and represent their views as a youth spokesperson. Now a first-year University of Canberra student, Monga was selected as one of nine

young ambassadors from around Australia, with an extraordinarily diverse range of experiences between them. Monga arrived in Australia in 2005 as a refugee from the Democratic Republic of Congo and lived in Shepparton prior to moving to Canberra for his studies, saying he applied for the program because of his experiences. “I came from a war-torn country where children couldn’t be children but now, having the opportunity to live in a country where there is education, where there is protection and children can be children, that’s what I’d like to do: to work with children, to consult with children, to understand children better and also to learn from them and to share my experiences as well. “What I’m really looking forward to is to interact with young people across Australia, young people regardless of wherever they are, to know what young children think, what they what and what changes they would like to see.” UNICEF Australia CEO, Norman Gillespie said the new young ambassadors were the epitome of children and young people’s right to participation. “It is a pleasure to welcome these nine extraordinary young people into the role of

UNICEF Australia Young Ambassadors. They bring an incredible range of life experiences to their role, from around Australia and the world. “I look forward to working with them over the next 12 months while they work with young people around the country to seek their opinions on matters of importance to them.”

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news BEST MARKETING/ ADVERTISING CAMPAIGN… From left, Shepparton Show Me Marketing Coordinator, Mat InnesIrons, Trelly’s Tackle World Proprietor, Steve Threlfall (Best Marketing/Advertising Campaign) and White King Pental Research and Development Manager, Anthony Parker.

CUSTOMER SERVICE OF THE YEAR… From left, Choice Group Proprerty Manager, Amy Lundberg, Optus Shop Shepparton Sales Consultant, Sarmed Yassin (Customer Service of the Year Retail Services) and White King Pental Research and Development Manager, Anthony Parker.

ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR… From left, Quality Hotel Parklake General Manager, Audrey Ash, Kim O’Keeffe Nail & Beauty Centre Owner, Kim O’Keeffe (Entrepreneur of the Year) and White King Pental Research and Development Manager, Anthony Parker.

APPRENTICESHIP/TRAINEE OF THE YEAR… From left, Watters Electrical CEO, David Bassett, CA Group Services Apprentice Refrigeration and Airconditioning Technician, Matthew Cassidy (Apprenticeship/Trainee of the Year) and White King Pental Research and Development Manager, Anthony Parker.

BUSINESS AWARD… From left, Shepparton Chamber of Commerce and Industry Board Member, Carl Hainsworth, Traffik Boutique Store Manager, Noreen Sali (Business Award - Retail Services) and White King Pental Research and Development Manager, Anthony Parker. Photos: Alicia Niglia.

Week eight recognises five for business awards W ITH the 2015 White King-Pental 95 3SR FM Business Awards coming into full swing, nominations have been awarded to five businesses, with Trelly’s Tackle World nominated under the Best Marketing / Advertising Campaign category, Kim O’Keeffe Nail & Beauty Centre nominated under the Entrepreneur of the Year category, Optus Shop

being nominated under the Customer Service of the Year category, CA Group Services nominated under the Apprenticeship/Trainee of the Year category and Traffik Boutique being nominated under the Business Award – Retail Services category. Businesses can be nominated under 12 categories, which include Best Marketing/

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Advertising Campaign, Entrepreneur of the Year, Customer Service of the Year, which incorporates Professional Services, Trade Services and Retail Services, Hospitality Service of the Year, Best New Business - Under Two Years, Apprenticeship/Trainee of the Year, Business Awards, which incorporates Professional Service Award, Trade Service of

the Year and Retailer of the Year Award and the illustrious Hall of Fame Award. Nominations, which close on October 2, can be made in store at participating businesses, online at www.sheppartonchamber.com.au/ awards or via post by sending a completed nomination form to Business Awards, PO Box 364, Shepparton 3630.

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Helping feed a Local accountant gives community in need back to community By David Lee IT was through a life of accounting that Tax Guru Chartered Accountants, Accountant, Navneet Jyoti has seen successes in both India and Australia and it’s because of this that he made the decision to give back to the industry and reward one local student for their efforts by offering a $1001 scholarship to help them with further studies. The scholarship, which also came about to help celebrate the Tax Guru Chartered Accountants’ fifth birthday, is aimed at year 12 students in Greater Shepparton who are studying accounting. The recipient will be decided at the end of the year, once final marks have been awarded. N av n e e t s a i d , “ T h e i n du s t r y of accounting has been good to me over years, so I wanted to give something back to the industry and to the community. “The scholarship is about encouraging youngsters in year 12 across the region to do well and push themselves to do better in their accounting studies. “My aim is to inspire and encourage students. “Accounting evolves at a very fast pace and because of that, it stays an interesting industry to be in and I wish to help nurture somebody into the industry so that they can enjoy it as I have and do. “ I n it i a l ly I w i l l on ly awa rd t h e scholarship for this year, but depending on the success of it, I may decide to continue it.

A FResH DOnATIOn… From left, Coles Mooroopna Dry Goods Manager, Danielle McKane, Storeman, Peter Bevan, Fresh Produce Manager, Halani Uluakiahoia, Food Share Coordinator, Ron Nicholls and Administrator, Vittoria Meola with some of the fresh produce from Coles that will be donated to Food Share to help those in need within the community. Photo: Sarah Knight.

sCORe A sCHOLARsHIP… Tax Guru Chartered Accountants, Accountant, Navneet Jyoti will be offering a $1001 scholarship to the highest scoring year 12 accounting student this year to help with their further studies. Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.

“To be in with a chance to be awarded the scholarship, all accounting students need to do is push themselves to do well and get the highest mark in accounting across the region. I am looking forward to being able to offer this to the recipient at the end of the year.”

By David Lee IN just three years, Coles Mooroopna has donated over 49,200 kilograms of surplus fresh food, vegetables and bakery items to Shepparton Food Share, resulting in over 98,400 meals being distributed to locals to help feed a community in need. More than 150kg of fruit, vegetables, grocery and bakery lines that would otherwise go to waste, but perfectly able to be consumed, are collected from Coles in Mooroopna every day by Food Share, who in turn support around 31 agencies, 12 church groups and 23 schools throughout the region. Food Share Coordinator, Ron Nicholls said, “We are incredible grateful to Coles in

Mooroopna, who are our biggest supplier. “Last month we reached our 1 million kilograms (or the equivalent of $2.5M) in distributions that we have provided over the last three years. “It is important that the likes of Coles provide us with the fresh produce. It’s good nutritious food that gets passed onto a community in need.” Coles Mooroopna Dry Goods Manager, Danielle McKane said, “When you think about the bigger picture, it’s really rewarding. What Food Share does for those in need in the community, and knowing that we are able to be a part of it, makes it all that much more special.”

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Events

COMMUNITY CONNECT UPCOMING AUTHOR MERIMA JACKSON will be talking about her historical novel Schicksal on Friday, July 24 at Numurkah Library at 10.30am and at Shepparton Library at 2pm. Bookings are required for the talk at Shepparton Library. Phone Shepparton Library on 1300 374 765 by Thursday, July 23. SHEPPARTON SPIRITUALIST CENTRE INC. will hold their Sunday Service on July 26 from 1:30pm with Rhys Wynn-Davies at Mooroopna Education and Activities Centre, 23 Alexandra Street, Mooroopna. All welcome. For more information, phone Denise 0432 107 229. A FREE BREAST HEALTH INFORMATION SESSION will be held at Echuca Library, 310

Hare Street, Echuca on Tuesday, July 28 between 10:30am and 11:30am. SENIOR CITIZENS CONCERT will be held at the newly opened Senior Citizens Centre rooms on Thursday, July 30 from 1:30pm with popular artists, Kerran and Rupe returning to sing. Entry is $3, which includes afternoon tea. Everyone welcome. Enquiries, phone Sylvia on 5821 9483 or Shirley on 5821 9580. A ROTARY CRAFT AND PRODUCE MARKET will be held at Queens Gardens, Shepparton on Sunday, August 2 from 9am to 1pm. LA TROBE SHEPPARTON CAMPUS is searching for past students of all La Trobe University campuses within the Goulburn Valley to connect with for future alumni events. If you

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For more information on how to register for your Community Connect listing contact The Adviser via email at editorial@sheppartonadviser.com.au Please note listings are to be 45 words or less.

are a past student, contact 5820 8630 or email c.mckenna@latrobe.edu.au 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. HEA RT BEAT V ICTOR I A GOULBUR N 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. COU N T RY WOM EN’S ASSOCI AT ION 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.

FREE SOUP KITCHEN Available Mon to Fri 5-6pm at Victoria Park Lake, Shepparton, next to Skate Park, and Wednesdays 5-6pm at North Community House, Parkside Dve, Shepparton; Opportunity Shop, 4 Mill St, Mooroopna; Numurkah Park, Melville St, Numurkah; Hogan St, Tatura; and in Nathalia and Kyabram. WHY? WHY? WHY? Why is it that so many born again Christians are not living the abundant life that Jesus promised to those who believe in HIM? Where are the miracles of healing, deliverance and prosperity today? Why is the body of Christ in many churches a toothless, paper tiger? Answers to these questions are given by a local bible teacher of 35 years. For free teachings from Scripture, phone 5825 5301 or 0418 560 575. IS SOMEONE’S DRINKING CAUSING YOU CONCERN? Are you troubled by someone else’s drinking? Al-Anon Groups for adults and Alateen groups for children offer anonymous help and emotional support to those affected. For information, contact Al-Anon Family Groups 5825 1160. ESHCOL DAYLIGHT LODGE meets from 10:30am on the fourth Monday of every month. New and unaffiliated members are welcome to join and partners are welcome for lunch. For further information or enquiries, phone 5824 1274 or 5825 2142. SHEPPARTON SOROPTIMIST CLUB meets on the third Thursday of each month at the Pines, Numurkah Road in Shepparton from 6pm for a 6:30pm dinner meeting with guest speakers. If you are interested in joining a service club, helping the community and making new friends, contact Jeanette 5823 1985. THE LEUKAEMIA FOUNDATION Hume office provides information, assistance and support for people living with leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma, MDS, and MPN. Contact Lani Shiels, Support Services Coordinator on 5821 0033. For volunteering or fundraising opportunities with the foundation please ask for Kristin Paton on 0481 009 754. CONNECT MEDITATION GROUP are inviting the community to enjoy the benefits of meditation. One hour sessions are held every Thursday night from 7:30pm at Harmony Place, 9a Edward Street in Shepparton and admission is $8. For further information, contact Lisa 0419 562 790 or Roger 0427 541 611. Tell us about your ‘not for profit’ community events, email editorial@sheppartonadviser.com.au or fax 5832 8920 (information is required at least 2 weeks before an event)

Apology THE Adviser incorrectly published that the Echuca-Moama Market was advertised to run on July 19. It is in fact scheduled for July 26. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

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LETTERs

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Letters to the Editor

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.

WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT Dear Editor, It’s that time again when aspiring local leaders begin thinking about running for Local Government. A dear friend of mine suggested an open letter may encourage more women to stand. Did you know, only 27 percent of councillors in Australia are female? Did you know, in a field of 26, Greater Shepparton had only five female candidates in 2012? Clearly, there’s a large gender divide in a role that demands diversity and representation from all demographics. We need more ordinary citizens on council. Personally, I’d rather be represented by mothers fighting everyday battles; such as day care, parking, diplomacy and setting household budgets, than those who judge society from ‘glass houses’. Yet women can be so hard on ourselves – generally (not always); we are less likely to ask our boss for a raise, we are more open to compromise and we talk ourselves out of going beyond the status quo. Women are leaders who deserve recognition. My message is, please don’t overestimate the role of councillor. If you’re committed to this region’s future and have common sense, then we need your voice. The role demands, on average, just 10-15 hours per week. As a working mum of three children under five, I’m still more active than some male counterparts. To quote a great leader – ‘If someone offers you an amazing opportunity, say yes - then learn how to do it later.’ Yours sincerely, Cr Fern Summer, Shepparton

IMPACT OF NEW PUBLIC HOLIDAYS Dear Editor, As you will be aware, the Andrews Government is introducing two new public holidays on Easter Sunday and AFL grand final eve. These additional holidays are estimated to cost our state’s economy more than $1B in lost productivity and increased wages every year. Particularly on grand final eve, regional businesses will face the choice of either opening and taking a hit to their bottom line due to penalty rates; charging extra for their goods or services to cover the higher wages bill; or shutting their doors altogether. The Andrews Government’s new holidays are expected to cause more than 353,000 casual workers to lose their shifts on those days. The government has said it intends to push ahead with these public holidays despite the huge cost to our state’s economy and its impact on jobs. I encourage you to write to the government and make your concerns known through the Regulatory Impact Statement (RIS) process. It is important that we make our voices heard. You can send your submission, which must be in a Word document format, to ris@ecodev.vic. gov.au by August 5. Yours sincerely, Tim McCurdy, Member for Ovens Valley Want to have your say? Email your letters to the Editor to editorial@sheppartonadviser.com.au. Max 100 words

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New offer at SPC Ardmona Factory Sales TAKE ADVANTAGE OF GREAT SPECIALS… SPC Ardmona Factory Sales Proprietor, Samuel Prentice has been using Facebook to assist with promoting new product lines and in addition to free product, he’s also giving customers the chance to win $200 worth of SPC Ardmona Factory Sales shopping vouchers. Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.

SPC ARDMONA Factory Sales are focused on delivering the best possible value deals to their customers, through weekly specials and product promotions. Proprietor, Samuel Prentice said, “With competition in retail as tough as it ever has been, we are working to ensure our customers continue to see great value in shopping with us. “We have recently also started to promote our specials via our Facebook page; as well as continuing to use the more traditional methods of marketing, as both options are valuable to our business. “Our stock lines are always changing, the benefit of using our Facebook page allows

us to get the word out about our new lines instantly. So we encourage people to ‘like’ our page and keep up to date with what’s on special in-store. “This week, until Sunday, July 26 we are offering a free carton of six snack packs of 170g Goulburn Valley Peach in Passion Fruit Nectar with any purchase in-store (when customers mention having seen our promotion either on Facebook or in The Adviser). “Further more, if customers go onto our Facebook page and leave the comment ‘I Love GV Peaches’ on our promotional post, they will also automatically go in the draw to win $200 worth of SPC Ardmona Factory Sales shopping vouchers.”

Free medical study for local ageing community A FREE , federally funded and detailed medical examination is now available to the community, which will check for risks of a metabolic illness such as heart attack, stroke or diabetes, with special research following. The Modern Study Clinic, run by the Australian Catholic University, is aimed at members of the community aged between 40 and 70 years old with no history of heart disease, stroke or diabetes, who will be required to have three to seven visits to the centre over a two year period, with the first visit being the longest of about an hour and a half. Federal Member for Murray, Dr Sharman Stone said the facility is a great opportunity

for locals to get a free comprehensive medical check-up. It is possible that participating in this program could save your life. “This year Shepparton has had some pretty poor titles thrust upon us, including one of the fattest towns in Australia. But this program could help research why this is the case and teach valuable health lessons for not only those who participate, but also the participant’s family and friends. “The Mary Mackillop Institute for Health Research is conducting the study which is located at 1 Wyndham Street, Shepparton. The study could potentially save your life.” To participate in the study, contact the centre on (03) 5823 0100 or email Shepparton.Reception@acu.edu.au

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Free business coaching offer BUSINESS Coach, Craig Potter first launched his business, Train Lead Coach with a view to assist small business owners to further grow and develop their businesses. Craig told The Adviser, “Business owners need to ensure they are investing in their business by allocating the time to work on their business. Every successful business needs a plan and in order for that plan to become a reality you need to

be committed to do the work. “I’m here to support, coach and mentor business owners, through planning; strategic c h a n g e m a n a g e m e nt a n d c o nt i nu ou s improvement. “In reality, a business needs to grow their profit margin by approximately five to 10 percent per annum - just to cover the rise in overheads, so it’s essential to have a growth plan to ensure your business not only survives but continues to prosper.

“My belief is that I can massively impact any business, help you to win more sales and overcome obstacles, through listening and better understanding your customers. So if you’re a business owner who is open to change and wants to grow your business, I urge you to get in touch. “For the month of July only, I am offering 11 free hours of support and training to all new clients – it’s my reverse guarantee.” To find out more about Train Lead Coach’s trybefore-you-buy offer, phone Craig on 5831 2648.

BUSINESS TO BUSINESS COACHING… Train Lead Coach Business Coach, Craig Potter can help you overcome challenges in your small business and build a strategic plan to achieve long term profitability. Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.

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Have a ‘cuppa’ for our ‘kids’ THIS August, the clinking of tea cups will ring out through the region’s businesses as part of ‘A Cuppa 4 our Kids’ month. An initiative of The Greater Shepparton Community Literacy Workgroup, the initiative aims to raise funds for the local Best Start Book Bag Program, which provides a book bag full of early literacy resources to babies and children aged four weeks, eight months, 18 months and three and a half years through their Maternal and Child Health nurse. Greater Shepparton Cit y Council Mayor, Cr Dennis Patterson encouraged the community to support the book bag program. “This is the fifth year the ‘A Cuppa 4 our Kids’ initiative has been held and the support for it is definitely growing. Workplaces including primary schools, banks, milk bars and family support agencies are all signing up and the Community Literacy workgroup hopes to top the 31 registrations from last year. “Last year more than 2,600 book bags were distributed to children through the Greater Shepparton Maternal and Child Health service and local family support services. “T he bags include a stor y book, nurser y rhyme and activit y sheets, parent information booklet and library information. By providing these book bags we hope to encourage parents and carers to be reading to their children right from birth, and that they understand the importance of early reading and language development. “Every dollar counts. Whether you are able to raise $10 from your morning tea event or $100, it all goes towards ensuring children receive their book bags. “The book bag program has been operating for over nine years and now relies solely on donations from the local community and funding bodies to continue.” To register your workplace for ‘A Cuppa 4 our Kids’ and hold a morning tea event with staff during the month of August, or for further information, contact Greater Shepparton City Council on 5832 9700.

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Local takes seat on primary health board THE Murray Primary Health Network (PHN) has appointed new board members to expand the composition of the Board of Directors, with local, Kevin Boote joining the other two from across the state chosen to join the other seven board members. Kevin has vast governance experience across a range of sectors including disability, aged care, community and allied health and the education sector in the Goulburn Valley region. Kevin has been a director on the Goulburn Valley Medicare Local, is Board Chair of both Darlingford Upper Goulburn Nursing Home and Primary Care Connect also sitting on the Audit and Finance and Clinical Governance Sub Committees and was also on the Audit and Finance Sub Committee for the Goulburn Valley Medicare Local. For the past 12 years, Kevin has held the role of Operations Manager at Reddrop Management Group working across the Goulburn Valley region Murray PHN Board Chair, Dr Tali Barrett said that three new members have been appointed to expand the skills base and regional perspectives of the governance group. “Increasing our board composition to ten members will bring additional knowledge and expertise to the board and enhance our strong and effective governance capability. “The new board members bring a vast experience in corporate governance within the health and community sectors within their

TWO NEW TENANTS… Shepparton Marketplace has, this month welcomed two new stores to the shopping complex. Smiggle Store Manager, Michelle Falk shows off the exciting range. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

New stores open at Shepparton Marketplace

REPRESENTING REGION… Local, Kevin Boote has been chosen to represent the area on the Murray Primary Health Network Board. Photo: Supplied.

local regions. Each will provide a valuable contribution in their own right but also add to the diversity of skills and experience that will sit around our Board table. “We are very pleased to be welcoming Ms Leonie Burrows (Mildura), Mr Kevin Boote (Shepparton) and Ms Di Thomas (Albury) to join our board and complement our highly effective governance team.”

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THE Shepparton Marketplace has excitedly welcomed two new tenants to the shopping centre this month; Smiggle kiosk and Inkspot Shepparton. Smiggle has been called the world’s ‘most exciting’ stationery brand, Smiggle’s products are all about great design and innovation, bold colour, quirky graphics, great value and most of all – having fun! The new Smiggle store at Shepparton Marketplace offers not only the top 30 most popular Smiggle products, but also receives brand new lines daily. Shepparton Marketplace, Marketing and Business Development Coordinator, Danielle Tait said, “The Marketplace is very excited to have had Smiggle arrive during the holidays. The store has proved a popular back-toschool ‘go to’ destination for everyone, kids, teenagers, parents and even grandparents! “The new stores arriving at the centre,

means we are able to continue to offer our shoppers a fresh shopping experience at every visit.” With friendly staff, a fun environment and plenty of products to play with, there’s many reasons to pop into the Shepparton Marketplace and check out the new Smiggle store. Inkspot Shepparton has also opened their kiosk store at the Shepparton Marketplace earlier this month, offering great deals on both original and compatible brand cartridges for both business and personal printers. The friendly Inkspot’ staff can help you save money on all your ink and toner needs. Inkspot Shepparton and Smiggle are both open seven days a week and located at the Woolworths end of Shepparton Marketplace. Find more details about the stores at www. sheppartonmarketplace.com.au or facebook. com/sheppartonmarketplace

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A ‘Fairley’ successful 50 years Foundation a pillar of our community SIR Andrew Fairley Foundation Chair, Andrew Fairley AM, a great-nephew of the foundation’s founders said, “What makes this year so special is that this is the 50th anniversary of the Sir Andrew Fairley Foundation and it’s a good time to reflect on the extraordinary achievements the foundation has been a part of. “Sir Andrew arrived in Shepparton with his father when he was three years old and became a successful businessman with his brother. “In 1921 when the fledgling SPC was about to fail, he was asked to take it over, which he did and made a great success of it and the largest cannery in the southern hemisphere. “Having made his fortune in Shepparton and lived all his life in Shepparton it was entirely appropriate to him to ensure the benefit of all of those resources was to the

benefit of the community. “He was very committed to Shepparton. He made Shepparton his life and the assets he accumulated were accumulated from his work in Shepparton and wanted to ensure those assets were used to benefit Shepparton and the community. “We have a board of trustees who establish a vision for where they want the organisation to go. Our vision is to drive momentous, social and cultural change in Greater Shepparton. “ T h e f o u n d at io n h a s s e e n m a ny achievements over the years. The Fairley Leadership Program has been an immense benefit to the Goulburn Valley. It has been and continues to be an empowering program for the people who participate. “ T he e s t abl i sh m e nt of Word a nd Mouth was a significant part of our work in conjunction with the City of Greater

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Shepparton. “We also helped establish the Indigenous Ceramic Awards, which is the only award of its kind in Australia. The foundation also saw the founding of the National Piano Awards. “But our greatest legacy will be The Lighthouse Project. One of the basic issues in Shepparton holding it back is the low school retention rates. The participation rates in secondary school drop off after year 9 and there is below state average participation rates in further education. The Lighthouse Project is about improving the quality of the educational and employment. “We are looking to find ways to ensure every child is ready for pre-school, ready for primary school, succeeds at primary school, succeeds at secondary school and gets to year 12 and that every child goes on to post education and succeeds with that also.

“I think that Sir Andrew would be very proud and very pleased with most of what we do. “The most fundamental element of a community is having an education system that is able to encourage young people to want to stay in it and continue to learn to the optimum level of their capacity, so that they can find meaningful and respectful jobs that are right for them and give them the capacity to live meaningful lives. “A good health care system is equally as important as good education. A health care system needs to enable people to have access to the health care that they need for their own circumstances. “For a community to thrive, there needs to be a strong sense of togetherness and the realisation that we are all in this together and that our city is a beautiful place to live. The whole Goulburn Valley is such a unique part of Australia and bringing the whole community together to be seen as one, would make it a successful community.”

Sir Andrew Fairley Foundation Community Projects THE Sir Andrew Fairley Foundation has partnered with or directly supported organisations including: • Berry Street • Croc Festival • Dhungala Children’s Choir • Ganbina • Greater Shepparton City Council • Indigenous Enterprise Partnerships • Koorie Resource & Information Centre • Koorie Heritage Trust • Ormond College • Social Ventures Australia • Worowa Aboriginal College • Brotherhood of St Lawrence • Beacon Foundation • The Bridge Youth Service • Cutting Edge Youth Services • Goulburn Valley Family Care INC • Goulburn Valley Local Learning & Employment Network • Kialla Soccer Club • Melbourne City Mission • Nagambie Lakes Community House • North Shepparton Community House • Shepparton Villages • UnitingCare • Urban Seed • Vision Australia

• Word and Mouth • Worktrainers Inc. • Australian National University • Cobram Special School • Families & Schools Together (FAST) • Goodstart Early Learning • Goulburn Murray Life Education Centre • Goulburn Murray Local Learning & Employment Network • Goulburn Valley Girl Guides • Goulburn Valley Grammar School • Goulburn Valley Special Needs Toy Library • La Trobe University • Mooroopna Primary School • Mooroopna Secondary College • Summit Christian College • The Song Room • Wanganui Secondary School • Dookie Secondary School • Goulburn Valley Health • Kyabram & District Health Service • Motor Neurone Disease Association Victoria • Fairley Leadership Program • Shepparton Philanthropic Forum • The Lighthouse Project

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NBN opens up business opportunities in the bush THE delivery of fast broadband services to rural and regional Australia via the National Broadband Network (NBN) fixed wireless network will help to close the digital divide and deliver new opportunities, according to new research released recently. The ‘Fixed Wireless Broadband: A Global Comparison’ report found that the NBN fixed wireless service is world leading when compared to the performance of 21 overseas wireless broadband providers. It found Australians connected to the NBN fixed wireless network are getting fast speeds and access to substantially higher data allowances from our Retail Service Providers (RSPs) than anyone else in the world. The research also shows few operators will be able to match the upcoming 50/20Mbps maximum wholesale speed – currently in a nationwide pilot. Ovum Research Director, David Kennedy said, “Our research demonstrates the combined technical performance with high levels of affordability of the NBN fixed wireless network, make it a world leading broadband service when compared to other overseas wireless operators. “The arrival of the NBN network will position rural and regional Australians to gain new access to a host of applications at affordable prices, helping to close the gap between city and country as well as Australia and the rest of the world.” NBN CEO, Bill Morrow said, “These research findings are reflected in the very high customer satisfaction displayed by our fixed wireless end-users who tell us they are receiving a reliable performance from our network. “Thanks to competitive plans offered by our RSPs, NBN’s fixed wireless end-users in regional Australia are receiving value, speeds and data allowances that are opening up new opportunities in education and entertainment and business. “We are already seeing examples of NBN network connected businesses increasing export opportunities, innovating ways of working or even able to remain in a regional location in an increasingly digital world.”

BRIDGING DIGITAL DIVIDE… Fixed wireless broadband via the National Broadband Network is helping to bridge the digital divide and open up business opportunities for those living in regional areas and beyond. Photo: Supplied.

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Drive continues to renew CBD continued from front page

ReneweD LIFe InTO CBD… All That Glitters Boutique Owner, Hollie Mongan is the third person to open a business as part of the Renew Shepparton project. Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.

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ALL That Glitters Boutique Owner, Hollie Mongan said, “I think the Renew Shepparton project is brilliant. It’s what Shepparton really needs. “Everyone was complaining about the empty shops, but no-one was doing anything about it, so it’s good to see this project working. “Now we just need the community to support the businesses coming into the project and ensure the long-term longevity of the businesses and reduce the amount of empty shops around Shepparton.” Shepparton Chamber of Commerce and Industry Executive Officer, Lucy Cerrone said, “It’s fantastic to see that we have four

new businesses already on board and that those who have opened their doors so far, are all doing so well, but we need to keep the momentum going. “What we really need now is for Shepparton landlords of vacant premises to get behind the project. After all, it has the potential of long-term benefits for both the owner of the premises and the city. “The Renew Shepparton project is cost free to the landlord. Several have already committed, but for those who are sitting on the fence, we welcome your enquiries.” To register your interest as a new business or to lease your business premises as part of the project, contact Lucy Cerrone on 0407 503 886.

Own your own pub... or at least part of it nAMe HAPPY HOUR… The Tatura Hotel Owner, Bugs Ryan has started selling elements of the pub to the public to help fund the completion of a renovation. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

HAVE you ever wanted to own your own pub, well thanks to The Tatura Hotel your dream can be one step closer, after Owner, Bugs Ryan started selling elements of the pub to help fund the completion of a renovation. The local watering hole is calling on people across Australia and beyond, via the internet, to contribute to a crowd-funding site with contributors being offered the chance to have parts of his pub named in their honour including their name on a bar mat, the Happy Hour, a guest room, or even a weekend of drinking and country hospitality with Bugs at the pub. Bugs said, “We need a hand finishing the place off. We’re about $65,000 short of what we need to get our guest rooms up to

standard, fix the balcony and replace some outdoor play equipment for the local kiddies. We’re ready to pull out all the stops and open this up to Australia to lend a hand. “For all the folks that contribute, I’ll send an official ‘selfie’ of me and their item, so they can stake their claim on the pub and spread the Tatura-love on the internet. We’ll be proud to have our great pub finished and to honour everyone who helped us.” To have the chance to leave your mark on The Tatura Hotel, visit www.indiegogo.com/ project/preview/0ac9c3c7 The campaign has been live for 40 days as of 17th June, 2015 and renovations will commence as soon as the donations have been tallied.

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Start your day the Espresso’ way BUSY morning, empty stomach; haven’t had a coffee and you’ve got about two and a half minutes before you’re running late… A recipe for a disastrous day perhaps – That is, until now… Espresso Lane Drive Thru Coffee can not only help you turn your morning around by ensuring your coffee is in your hand within your allocated two and a half minutes, but also fill the hole in your stomach and put a smile on your face before you face your work day! Open since December 2014, Espresso Lane Drive Thru Coffee on Numurkah Road has been improving the mornings of many Shepparton residents for almost eight months. Business Owner, Sam Casa said, “We strive to deliver the perfect coffee, 100 percent of the time, in-fact if our customers aren’t entirely happy with their coffee, we will replace it!” If you’re still not convinced, and frankly a little nervous about straying from your regular coffee shop, Sam says, “Drive through or call in and meet Jen our new store manager, Jen loves a good coffee, so she knows how to make one!” Jen added, “You’ve got to start the day with a good coffee, there’s nothing better than

CONVENIENT, EXPRESS COFFEE… … Espresso Lane Drive Thru Coffee Store Manager, Jen Painter says, “You’ve got to start the day with a good coffee.” Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.

getting a good ‘cuppa’ to set you up for your day. “The drive through makes it easy to call in, any time of the day. Once you give us a go we’re sure you will be back.” Espresso Lane Drive Thru Coffee is open

from 6am to 4pm Monday to Friday, 7am to 4pm on Saturdays and from 8am to 4pm on Sundays. Visit Espresso Lane Drive Thru Coffee on Numurkah Road Shepparton, opposite Shepparton Sports Stadium.

Snapshots of Shepparton’s past

THE PLACE TO BE…In In the 1950s, Fryers Street was still the place to be to enjoy the comforts of a café, and one of the popular cafés of the time was Hur-Co Café (seen in the photo on the far left). The café’s founding partners were Hurford and Cochrane, hence the name Hur-Co and the store stood two doors down from Stewarts Hardware Store and beside Formers Mens and Ladies Wear. Teenagers often congregated at the Hur-Co for a milk shake and soft drink and to play their favourite songs on the jukebox and it was known as the place to meet after work for a chat. In the middle photo, teenagers Elaine Caldwell and Dawn Wilson can be seen outside the Hur-Co Café in 1955 and you may notice the Hotel Australia in the background. Seen in the photo of the right is teenager Dawn Wilson standing outside the Hur-Co Café. Dawn would often meet friends while out walking on a Sunday afternoon, as most did as teenagers at the time.

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

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New look for Senior Citizens Centre AFTER four months undergoing a much needed renovation, the Senior Citizens Centre on Welsford Street in Shepparton is again open for community use. A number of issues with the 76 year old building were repaired during the renovations including deteriorating plumbing, lifting floor tiles and a collapsing ceiling. Upgrades were also made throughout including to internal toilets and accessibility throughout the centre, with lift access to the stage and wider door widths and a commercial kitchen was installed to provide an opportunity for activities and events to be catered for. Cosmetic works such as painting and floor coverings were also completed. G re at er S heppa r ton C it y C ou nc i l committed $400,000 in the 2014/15 budget to undertake the redevelopment to ensure the building meets future needs and community

PLEASING RENOVATION… Greater Shepparton City Council Manager Neighbourhoods, Amanda Tingay is pleased to be able to invite local seniors back to the newly renovated Senior Citizens Centre. Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.

expectations for a functional, attractive facility. Greater Shepparton City Council Manager Neighbourhoods, Amanda Tingay said, “The whole building looks fresher but most importantly it is now safe for use and should see many more years’ service as a community hub for our community. “We would like to encourage community groups to utilise the facility for their events or activities. If anyone would like to have a look at the centre and the facilities on offer they can ring the council for more information.”

Get inspired... Create new connections with the Shepparton Small Business Festival THE Greater Shepparton Business Centre is inviting you to get inspired, get connected with other local businesses and learn some useful tips from the experts, with Shepparton’s first Small Business Festival. The festival will be launched on Tuesday, July 28 with Shepparton set to host up to 10 exciting events across the month of August. Events will range from one-on-one business coaching sessions with the Small Business Bus to facilitated workshops and business networking events. Greater Shepparton Business Centre Business Development Officer, Tricia Martinek said, “The Shepparton Small Business Festival aims to improve the overall productivity and growth of small businesses in the region. It offers a wide variety of informative and creative seminars and provides networking opportunities critical to building strong business relationships. “T he festival provides a fantastic opportunity for small businesses; to have all these free events on our doorstep and the opportunity to develop new networks – it’s invaluable.” Shepparton has been added to the list of regional festivals that together support the Victorian State Government’s initiative, ‘The

FESTIVAL OFFERS AMPLE OPPORTUNITIES FOR SMALL BUSINESS… Greater Shepparton Business Centre Business Development Officer, Tricia Martinek has said, “To have so many free events on our doorstep is invaluable.” Photo: Alicia Niglia.

2015 Victoria Small Business Festival’. The Victorian Government has supported the festival for the past ten years and has seen it evolve into the single most significant small business festival in Australia. The Greater Shepparton Business Centre is also proudly supported by the Greater Shepparton City Council. If you would like to take advantage of the events on offer during the festival the Greater Shepparton Business Centre on 5832 1100, or visit www. sheppartonbusiness.com.au and follow the purple link to Shepparton Small Business Festival.

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Hotondo Homes Managing Directors, Suz and Colin Mintern and the team at Hotondo Homes currently have three great, free upgrade options available for your new home. Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.

Upgrade and save with Hotondo

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CONSIDERING building your new home? You can rely on the extensive knowledge and experience of your local Hotondo Homes builders. Hotondo Homes Sepparton are currently offering new home builders a choice of three great, free home upgrade packages on top of their standard design packages. The ‘Your Choice’ promotion offers those looking to build their new home with Hotondo’, either a free kitchen, bathroom or living upgrade. The ‘Your Choice’ Kitchen Upgrade Package consists of a 90cm Blanco electric oven, Blanco ceramic or gas cooktop, Blanco canopy rangehood, freestanding dishwasher, solid Caroma kitchen mixer tap and sink with chopping board and stainless steel colander. The second upgrade, the Bathroom/ Ensuite Upgrade Package consists of a 12 Jet 1525mm rectangle spa bath with hot pump and Caroma mixer tap; it also includes two of each Caroma branded inset basins, mixer taps, shower mixers with adjustable shower

heads; double towel rails, toilet roll holders, soap holders, tumbler holders, robe hooks and toilet brush holders. The third package, the Living Upgrade Package offers a free Fujitsu 7.1kW heating and cooling Split System. The above ‘Your Choice’ Upgrade Packages are not able to be split as they are a complete package upgrade and these offers cannot be used in conjunction with any other Hotondo Homes promotions. Hotondo Homes Managing Director, Colin Mintern said, “We’re here to advise and help any prospective buyers; sort through their plans and options and the benefit of building with Hotondo Homes Shepparton, is that you get to speak directly to the guy that owns the business.” Hotondo Homes Shepparton is located at 53 Canterbury Ave, Shepparton, for more information on building with Hotondo Homes visit Colin and Suz or phone 5831 2250.

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Quality craftsmanship QUALIFIED Stonemasons, Ashley and Russell Lau of A C & R J Lau Monumental Masons, are dedicated to assisting you to create a memorial that is uniquely suited to the person you wish to remember. The caring, compassionate staff will guide you through their range of hand crafted, custom memorial and plaque options, helping you to choose the ideal monument for your loved one. A C & R J Lau Monumental Masons also offer on-site engraving by qualified Monumental Engraver, Nathan Lau. For more information visit www. laumonumentalmasons.com.au or phone 5829 8368. A C & R J Lau Monumental Masons is located at 10 Tally-West Bunbartha Rd, Tallygaroopna.

CUSTOM MEMORIAL AND PLAQUE OPTIONS… A C & R J Lau Monumental Masons custom make beautiful monuments to commemorate the precious lives of loved ones. Photo: Supplied.

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GM TAKE OUT BOTH V/LINE GAMES… Division 1 and 2 of the Goulburn Murray (GM) V/Line Squad have successfully taken out both of their V/Line practise matches against Ovens and Murray (ONM) in Wangaratta last week, with GM Division 1 (6.9-45) scoring a 26 point win over ONM (2.7-19) and GM Division 2 (5.11-41) scoring a three point win over ONM (6.2-38). Photo: Supplied.

New uniform and new sponsorship deal NO, the region’s umpires have not become Hulks, their new green uniforms are thanks to wanting to streamline the country’s umpire uniforms and a new sponsorship deal with Goulburn Valley Water for the next three years. In the new deal Goulburn Valley Water’s brand will appear on the front of the new uniform with existing long term partner Foott Waste remaining on the back.

G ou lbu r n Valley Football Umpi res Association (GVFUA) President, Darren Meek is looking forward to the uniform change and the new sponsorship. “As part of the AFL’s future vision for umpiring, the AFL would like to have all umpires Australia wide wearing the same uniform which is the green and grey uniform that AFL umpires are currently wearing. “The GVFUA has decided to follow this

vision and is moving away from our current blue and white uniform to the new colours of green and grey. “The colour scheme will allow the umpire to standout more on the field and will take away the colour clashes that sometimes occur, especially with clubs who wear blue and white jumpers. “Additionally, the new partnership with Goulburn Valley Water is also very welcome

to promote the ‘Choose Tap’ message. “The ‘Choose Tap’ program aims to educate people on the importance of choosing tap water as their drink of choice to ensure adequate hydration without the health, environmental and financial implications of bottled water and sweetened drinks. “During a normal game, umpires run approximately 12 kilometres and tap water is the healthiest and most cost effective option.”

Recognition and celebration of netballers NETBALLERS across the region are being encouraged to come together to recognise and celebrate the role of netball across all communities on National Netball Day, Saturday, July 25. As part of the day, netballers can get involved by hosting local events, coaching clinics and fundraising initiatives, such as cake stalls, organised coaching clinics, parents versus children matches, or simply dress players in blue; the colour theme of the day.

Australian Netball Diamonds Captain, Laura Geitz said, “With more than one million participants nation-wide, netball is one of the most popular team sports in Australia. National Netball Day is providing a wonderful opportunity for netballers of all ages and skill sets to connect and share their love of the game in their own way.” Further information on how to get involved in National Netball Day can be found at www.netballnation.com.au

Scoreboard Kyabram District League

Football Stanhope (86) d Avenel (50) Undera (151) d Longwood (20) Merrigum (164) d Murchison (37) Nagambie (80) d Lancaster (79) Tallygaroopna (65) d Girgarre (61) Ardmona (66) d Rushworth (48) Netball – A grade Tallygaroopna (80) d Girgarre (13) Nagambie (67) d Lancaster (46) Merrigum (56) d Murchison (31) Ardmona (36) d Rushworth (30) Avenel (43) d Stanhope (30) Undera (47) Longwood (29)

Murray League

Football Nathalia (140) d Deniliquin Rams (28) Mulwala (66) d Barooga (51) Rumbalara (110) d Tongala (82) Numurkah (101) d Finley (41) Echuca United (87) d Cobram (54) Moama (159) d Congupna (16) Netball – A grade Echuca United (55) d Cobram (23) Deniliquin (42) d Nathalia (36) Congupna (51) d Moama (41) Mulwala (45) d Barooga (30) Finley (49) d Numurkah (47) Tongala (81) d Rumbalara (31)

Goulburn Valley Netball League A grade Echuca (56) d Shepparton United (38) Euroa (74) d Tatura (19) Seymour (47) d Mooroopna (32) Rochester (35) d Mansfield (28) Shepparton (46) d Benalla (35) Cobram (46) d Shepparton Swans (39)

Picola District League - South East Football Waaia (142) d Dookie United (58) Katunga (83) d Katandra (77) Tungamah (80) d Shepparton East (51) Katamatite (108) d Rennie (89) Netball – A grade Katamatite (45) d Rennie (37) Katandra (49) drew with Katunga (49) Tungamah (56) d Shepparton East (21) Dookie United (64) d Waaia (30)

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Footy Tipping

ENTER THE 2015 VIATEK & ADVISER FOOTY TIPPING AND YOU COULD WIN $100 OR MORE TO SPEND AT ANY PARTICIPATING BUSINESS. SEE ENTRY FORM AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE.

••• ROUND 17 SELECTIONS ••• Carlton ..............................................................v .............................................................Hawthorn GWS Giants ..................................................v .................................................... Geelong Cats Adelaide Crows .........................................v ............................................. Gold Coast Suns Richmond .......................................................v ............................................................ Fremantle Essendon........................................................v ....................................................Port Adelaide

Brisbane Lions............................................v ...........................................North Melbourne Western Bulldogs ....................................v .......................................................Collingwood Melbourne.....................................................v .................................................................. St Kilda West Coast Eagles ..................................v .................................................Sydney Swans

Name ................................................................................................................................................... Telephone .................................................... Address.................................................................................................................................................................................................................... ENTRIES: The Shepparton Adviser, PO Box 1664, Shepparton 3630 Please Note: Each of the 18 participating business houses corresponds with one of the AFL football clubs. All you have to do is write the name of each participating business beside the team they are representing and then place a tick against the football team that you think will win each game.

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ROUND 16 WINNER JANE TREMELLEN Football Followers have the chance to WIN BIG during the 2015 AFL football season with the Viatek/The Adviser Football Tipping Competition proudly supported by 18 businesses throughout the Goulburn Valley. Each week there will be a prize of $100 to be spent at any of the 18 supporting business houses. Each of the 18 participating business houses corresponds with one of the AFL football clubs. All you have to do is write the name of each participating business beside the team they are representing and then place a tick against the football team that you think will win each game. Be careful with your selections as only correct entries will go into the draw for the weekly $100 shopping voucher. If no correct entry is received the prize will jackpot each week until a correct entry is submitted. Draws between two teams will only be recognised if a tick is placed beside both teams. Entries will only be accepted by post or hand delivery no later than 5.00pm on each Friday during 2015, unless stated otherwise due to matches being played outside the normal weekend. Entries must be on original forms – no faxes or photocopies will be accepted and only one entry per person is permitted. The judge’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

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Wednesday 22 July, 2015

GVFL Seniors Round 12 Results Benalla (100) .......... def.......Shepparton (46) Shepp United (82) drew ............Echuca (82) Rochester (111) ..... def...........Mansfield (52) Seymour (60) .......... def......Mooroopna (54) Shepp Swans (94).. def........... Kyabram (77) Euroa (9) ................. def.................Tatura (66)

GVFL Seniors Round 13 Saturday, July 25 Shepparton .............. v...........................Tatura Kyarbam ................... v................Mooroopna Euroa ......................... v............. Shepp United Rochester ................. v...................... Seymour Shepp Swans ........... v.................... Mansfield Echuca ..................... v........................ Benalla

Goal-kicking 2015 Joshua Mellington (Benalla).................62 Justin Maddern (Shepp Swans) .56 William Burstin (Kyabram) .....................45 Steven Stroobants (Rochester) ............37 Kaiden Antonowicz (Shepp Swans) ...30 Shane McDonald (Mooroopna) .........30

GVFL Seniors 2015 Ladder POS TEAM .................. PTS .............. % 1.

Rochester ............ 48 ...... 165.36

Benalla................. 32 ...... 155.51

Kyabram .............. 32 ...... 137.00

Shepp Swans ....... 32 ...... 115.56

Euroa .................... 30 ...... 119.82

Seymour .............. 28 ........ 95.52

Mooroopna .........24 ...... 110.91

Mansfield ..............24 ........ 87.69

Shepp United .......16 ........ 83.47

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Echuca .................14 ........ 67.92

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Shepparton ............8 ........ 73.45

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Tatura ......................0 ........ 53.55

with Matthew Chilcott

Famous names join hall of fame EIGH T of the best known names in Goulburn Valley football were honoured on Sunday night, with induction into the GOTAFE Goulburn Valley Football League (GVFL) Hall of Fame at a special function at Shepparton’s RSL Club. Keith Wellman, Jim Trevaskis, Des Campbell, David Williams, Rowland Crosbie, Gus Underwood, David Code and Freddo McMahon join last year’s eight inductees on the prestigious Hall of Fame. AFL Goulburn Murray League Chairman, David Roff said, “With a proud and long history, there comes a time to reflect on what has made the league as successful as it is today, and the people who have been involved. “T he G OTA F E G V F L B oa rd was delighted to witness the formation of the Hall of Fame in 2014 and tonight we will welcome the second group of inductees. “This means that eight more people who have made special contributions to the Goulburn Valley League as players and administrators will be recognised for their performance and dedication to this great league. “This second group of inductees are well deserving of the accolade that will be bestowed upon them tonight and we as a league are privileged to have them in our Hall of Fame.” Keith Wellman • President, Secretary & Life Member Ardmona Football Club • Selected in the Mernda Football Club Team of the Century • President & Life Member - Kyabram and District Football League • Awarded VCFL Recognition of Service Medal Jim Trevaskis • Secretary of Tatura Football Club 1946 – 1950 and 1952 • GVFL Delegate 1946 – 1957 • Life Member of Tatura Football Club • GVFL Treasurer 1950 – 1957

Des Campbell • Played 50 games of VFL Football with the Melbourne “Demons” • Champion sportsman in cricket and football • Played in a Shepparton United premiership in 1st year of senior football • Coached Shepparton United Football Club to 2 premierships David Williams • Played 67 games with Melbourne Football Club • Played in a VFL Grand Final • Played international Football with Melbourne Football Club • Played 259 games with Rochester Football Club Rowland Crosbie • Pl aye d V F L fo otba l l w it h Nor t h Melbourne • C oache d S heppa r ton Swa n s to a premiership • Coached Shepparton Football Club • Coached Tatura Football Club Gus Underwood • Outstanding jou rnalist and spor ts supporter • Wrote GVFL football for local media for 50 years • Life Member Kyabram Football Club – played 190 games • Coached the Kyabram 3rds team to 4 grand finals including 2 premierships over 8 years David Code • Played VFL football with Melbourne Demons • Won GVFL Morrison Medal in 1980 and 1981 • Won Shepparton Football Club Best Player Award • Coached Shepparton Football Club Freddo McMahon • First player to play 300 games of GVFL senior football • Played 300 games with Tatura Football Club • Won GVFL Goal Kicking award • Qualified Life Member of GVFL

Adviser Footy Tipsters

MATT CHILCOTT (52) Shepparton Kyabram Euroa Rochester Shepparton Swans Benalla

DENNIS PATTERSON (46) Shepparton Mooroopna Euroa Rochester Shepparton Swans Benalla

JASON WELSH (51) Shepparton Kyabram Euroa Rochester Shepparton Swans Benalla

JOHN RYAN (49) Shepparton Kyabram Euroa Rochester Shepparton Swans Benalla

JACQUI HUDGSON (51) Shepparton Kyabram Euroa Rochester Shepparton Swans Benalla

SAM SARACINO (52) Shepparton Kyabram Euroa Rochester Shepparton Swans Benalla

KYLE POWER (53) Shepparton Kyabram Euroa Rochetser Shepparton Swans Benalla

SUZANNA SHEED (42) Shepparton Kyabram Euroa Rochester Shepparton Swans Benalla

HAYDEN BEST (50) Shepparton Kyabram Euroa Rochester Shepparton Swans Benalla

PHANTOM (21) Tatura Mooroopna Shepparton United Seymour Mansfield Echuca

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