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MEET THE CANDIDATES FOR MURRAY PAGE 6

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WEDNESDAY JUNE 22, 2016

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Time restricted in parking bays

By David Lee N I N E , a ng led c a r pa rk i ng space s opposite the Shepparton Library have recently been changed from being all-day parking bays to being restricted to two hour parking bays.

The change came about af ter the Shepparton Library put a request in to Greater Shepparton City Council last month to reduce the time limit, in a bid to allow library patrons to have additional parking spaces to utilise when visiting the library.

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NEW MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR FACILITY… Yuanlong managing director, Joan Wei with Jamestrong’ Kyabram site manager, Grant McConkey at the official opening of the Kyabaram Jamestrong Packaging site’s new $10M ‘red line’ infant-formula can-production facility. Photo: Supplied.

Jamestrong launches new $10M production line KYABRAM’S Jamestrong Packaging facility celebrated a milestone last week, when it officially opened its new $10M ‘red line’ infantformula can-production facility.

The project included construction of a new factory opposite the existing facility and the building of the line itself, ‘Ky2 line 7,’ which

took six months to complete.

The new Kyabram 7 line gives Jamestrong’ a more than 120-million-can capability. On three-shift capacity, Kyabram will now output more than 110 million cans annually.

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NEWS

Locals honoured for contributionsL LOCALS Azem Elmaz, Ross Wilkinson, Mark Rumble, Alan Charles Sutherland and Dr Mary Jo have been recognised for their contributions to the community, each being awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia in the 2016 Queen’s Birthday Honours list.

Azem Elmaz A z em E l ma z has worked tirelessly and from the heart to provide assistance to the local community through his charity organisation, People Supporting People.

From helping those who would otherwise go without a meal to providing relief in the form of a meal and break to locals who are fighting natural disasters such as bushfires or flood events, Azem has a passion for giving back to others and gives hundreds of dollars worth of food and meals out to anybody in the community who needs it each week.

Ross Wilkinson A f ter 20 years of ser vice to the S heppa r ton S e a rch and Rescue Squad, Ross Wilkinson has provided his fair share

of assistance to the community, earning him the Emergency Services Medal in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list.

Originally taking up the position to find something to do outside of work, Ross has helped push for funding and grants for the squad, and was even instrumental in gaining approval to use emergency sirens as an independent rescue unit.

Mark Rumble With a lifelong commitment to communit y work, Mark Rumble was humbled to receive the Queen’s Birthday Honours. As well as his work in helping see a state-of-the-art, 60 bed paediatric hospital open in Kenya, his work locally with the South Shepparton Community Church has helped give hope to children through outreach programs.

Alan Charles Sutherland Alan Charles Sutherland may have passed away in December last year at the age of 81, but his

commitment to the community will never be forgotten. As well as serving as deputy mayor for Greater Shepparton City Council and serving on numerous community and sporting boards, Alan had a focus on improving conditions for young people across the city. He served as chairman of KidsTown Adventure Playground, was instrumental in the push for the SCape skate park in Shepparton and was made a life member of the Shepparton Swans football club in 2014 for his long service provided to the club.

Dr Mary Jo Dr Mary Jo was a mainstay of the La Trobe University Shepparton Campus from the opening of the campus until her retirement at the end of 2014. Mary Jo was the first academic at the Shepparton campus in 1994, and was the inaugural co-ordinator of the Bachelor of Arts at the Shepparton campus. Mary Jo was also instrumental in lobbying for a new physical, state-of-theart campus in Shepparton in 2010 and has encouraged many students, from across diverse backgrounds, to enrol and complete the Bachelor of Arts at the Shepparton Campus.

Democratic Labor Party Senate campaign launched THE Democratic Labour Party (DLP) Senate campaign for Victoria kicked off in Melbourne with a sizeable gathering of members and supporters who travelled from as far away as Warrnambool.

During the launch of the campaign it was announced that Mr Stephen Vereker would be the senate candidate.

Mr Vereker recently visited the Shepparton region on the campaign trail and met with locals and heard their concerns. During his visit, Mr Vereker emphasised his intention to “campaign on and work to defend traditional marriage” as well as to “see the Safe Schools program removed and replaced with a program that works with parents not without them.”

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SENATE CANDIDATE ANNOUNCED… Democratic Labour Party Senate kicked off its campaign recently, where Mr Stephen Vereker was announced as the senate candidate.

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Mr Vereker also pledged to be a strong and persistent advocate for improvements to water policy to better assist those working on the land in the Shepparton region.

“We need a much more balanced approach

to water policy,” Mr Vereker said.

“An approach that will much better promote the best interests and livelihoods of farmers and producers in the region, whilst at the same time support the health of river systems.”

Another area of needed advocacy for the region is healthcare and hospital services and facilities.

“Regional areas shouldn’t be neglected when it comes to receiving health and other infrastructure upgrades that larger metropolitan areas take for granted.

“As a DLP senator I will put the best interests of families and workers, as well as local farmers, businesses and communities, first in all decisions,” Mr Vereker said.

NEWS

Life saving efforts celebrated MILESTONE DONATION… Blood donor, John Scott and Shepparton Blood Donor Centre staff member, Lyn Frappell celebrating National Blood Donor Week, where John made a milestone donation after having donated blood in Shepparton for 40 years. Photo: Supplied.

FRYERS Street trees were lit up in red and recognition was paid to locals who have reached milestone numbers of blood donations last week, when the city celebrated for National Blood Donor Week.

John Scott from Tarneit is being recognised for reaching 100 donations at the Shepparton Blood Donor Centre and saving 300 lives.

Shepparton local, Pauline Kirkby was recognised for making 150 donations, first giving blood with her Lions Club.

Blood Service spokesperson, Shae Smith said these community champions are saving lives.

“An estimated 9 million Australians are eligible to give blood but only 500,000 actively do so and we’re asking the remaining 8.5 million to pitch in and help their local community.

“Around 60 percent of Australian blood donors are driven by wanting to give back to their community and now is a great time to start saving lives.

“To ensure blood is there when you or a love one needs it, we need more people to sign-up as blood donors.

“If more people give blood, then it’s more likely to be there when you or a loved one needs it later.

“Every blood donation helps to save three lives.”

Become a blood donor and save lives by calling 13 14 95 or visit donateblood.com.au

BISHOP’S FLY-IN, FLY-OUT VISIT… As part of the election campaign, Liberal Party Deputy Leader, Julie Bishop visited the region in support of Liberal Candidate for Murray, Duncan McGauchie last week. The two, alongside outgoing Federal Member for Murray, Dr Sharman Stone rubbed shoulders with locals at Shepparton Marketplace, before heading over to see the operations of SPC and their new lines and finally seeing the benefits being brought to the region through The University of Melbourne Department of Rural Health. From left, SPC managing director, Reg Weine, Liberal Candidate for Murray, Duncan McGauchie and Liberal Party Deputy Leader, Julie Bishop. Photo: Emma Hillier.

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NEWS

Early voting open; know who your voting for EARLY voting for the July 2 Federal Election is now open and can be made at the Early Voting Centre, 204-208 High Street, Shepparton. Early voting closes on July 1.

Centre opening hours: • Monday, June 20 – Thursday, June 23 (8:30am – 5:30pm) • Friday, June 24 (8:30am – 6pm) • Saturday, June 25 (9am – 4pm) • Monday, June 27 – Tuesday, June 28 (8:30am – 5:30pm) • Wednesday, June 29 (8:30am – 6pm) • Thursday, June 30 (8:30am – 5:30pm) • Friday, July 1 (8:30am – 6pm) Each candidate for the seat of Murray was asked ‘Why should the community give you their vote?’

Their answers are below: Candidates are listed in the order they will appear on the ballot paper.

Damian Drum The Nationals “As a Shepparton boy, born and raised on a dairy farm at Congupna I have a deep attachment to the Goulburn Valley. I am proud to return with extensive life, leadership, and parliamentary experiences. Improving water policy and increasing water availability for our businesses is my top priority. A safe community offering opportunity for our young, and providing excellent health, education and public transport outcomes is my vision. I will fight for you and represent you with pride.”

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Andrew Bock Independent “For the last five and a half years I’ve been working for 000, taking police emergency calls. I’ve had a unique view of the issues we face and my focus will always be on people, not petty politics or party donors. If I am your representative in Canberra, I’ll work with you to fix problems like water, telecommunications, transport, drugs, family violence, climate change, education and health funding, whilst boosting job creation through tourism, the arts, agriculture, services and industry.”

Ian Christoe The Greens “Murray needs a progressive voice and needs to become more marginal to attract badly needed funding from government. I plan to protect services that matter to local people.

Services like health, education and the ABC, to protect the environment and our rivers from over exploitation, to protect future generations and young people from climate change, and create GREAT ADVISER jobs in locally produced renewable energy and to READING introduce a fairer tax system to enable investment in research, communications and families.”

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Duncan McGauchie Liberal Party “I’m young, I’m local and I’m committed. I’ve been travelling the electorate hearing about the issues

people face and I have a clear vision to make Murray one of the centres of the national economy and bring an economic boom back to this region. I have the skills to deliver, based on a career of creating positive change across education, infrastructure, law and order and securing the changes and investments we need from government.”

Nigel Hicks Independent “If the electorate of Murray chooses to support me I will be a strong Independent voice for the electorate. I will not be restricted by party policy that has failed to deliver for Murray as a safe seat.

Being able to listen to the people of Murray I will be best placed to deliver for them on issues such as scrapping the Murray Darling Basin Plan to adopt changes identified in the senate inquiry to return the water, which will then help deliver the social and economic outcomes needed to rebuild Murray. I will be a true representative of Murray.”

Fern Summer Independent “After 20 years under Liberal, we haven’t had our fair share. Successive governments take us for granted, whilst money flows to marginal seats like Bendigo and Geelong.

Murray has had enough of career politicians shackled to a short-term, self serving party.

Candidates are helicoptered in to represent themselves, not represent us. They’d do anything to get their job, and keep their job, but they’re not doing their job. Voters need to hit them where it hurts - at the polling booths. Vote Fern Summer to demand our fair share.”

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“I believe passionately in the ideals and policies that the CEC has fought for, for more than 25 years. Just look at our fighting platform. We cannot stand idly by and allow our citizens’ life-savings and deposits to be commandeered to bailout the criminal banks; we must re-regulate our banking system. We absolutely must return to a system of national banking and credit creation in order to build a real future for our children and grandchildren. I will not give up the fight on behalf of all the deserving people of my electorate.”

Diane Teasdale Independent Diane Teasdale was unable to get her answer back to The Adviser before publication.

Please see next week’s edition of The Adviser for her answer.

Robert Danieli Australian Country Party “My party is not affiliated with any other political party so we will not be influenced by anything except commonsense. We are the only regional party dedicated to growing our rural communities.

I have had a long career in corporate businesses and private business so I am not a career politician.

My aim is to change some policies so our region gets a fair share of services and infrastructure and we protect and grow the businesses that create regional wealth and employment.”

Alan John Williams Australian Labor Party “Labor has a thorough policy platform for the 2016 Federal Election. It will protect Medicare, improve e duc at ion a nd ho spit a l facilities services, transport infrastructure, regional housing and employment opportunities. The completion of a quality a NBN will strengthen and enable development in Murray. Shepparton and Nagambie are within rail commuter distance from Melbourne and the ALP is committed to improving train services, which will encourage residential growth in the Murray electorate.

Small business will be supported by Labor tax cuts and agriculture’s need for quality water both now, and in the future, will be assured through effective environmental funding and strategies.

As the representative for Murray I will use all opportunities in government to ensure the development of Murray.”

Yasmin Gunasekera Rise Up Australia Party “I am contesting this election because I believe in the Judeo Christian Values this nation was founded on; my desire is to be instrumental in bringing back accountability, honesty, sound policies and justice for all people regardless of ethnicity, religion, gender, or social standing. I am standing in this election for the country people of Australia to see that they have a fair hearing and the same facilities, benefits and rights as their city cousins.”

NEWS

$10M pledge could see Chamber new SAM become a reality partnership to WITH the July 2 election looming, The Nationals pledged a commitment of $10M in federal funding toward the new Shepparton Art Museum (SAM) last week, if they are returned to government.

The commitment follows the securement of $10M from the State Government, $10M from Greater Shepparton City Council and $4.5M from the SAM Foundation.

Greater Shepparton City Council Mayor, Cr Dinny Adem thanked the senator for her commitment.

“The new SAM is a game changer for Greater Shepparton. It will position our region as a strong tourism destination. It will attract more visitors, entice more people to live here and entice investors to the area, as well as diversifying our economy,” Cr Adem said.

Minister for Regional Development and Nationals Deputy Leader, Senator Fiona Nash said the project will generate local jobs, and is another example of the Coalition Governments clear focus on stimulating growth in regional Victoria.

“As Minister for Regional Development, I aim to help build the types of communities our children and grandchildren either want to stay in or come back to. Art and cultural facilities are a big part of that. SAM will be a major drawcard for the community and the coalition is proud to deliver it.”

SAM director, Dr Rebecca Coates said, “This is hugely exciting news, and means the dream of a new SAM is one big step closer.

“It’s been a real team effort to get this far and I look forward to continuing to work with key partners and stakeholders.

“With such a beautiful location, great art, food, and exciting architecture, I know it will become the place that people say ‘let’s meet at SAM’.”

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FUNDING PROMISES FOR NEW SAM… The Nationals have pledged to commit $10M in federal funding toward the new Shepparton Art Museum if they are returned to government at the upcoming election. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

THE Shepparton Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCC) recently announced a new alliance with the Victoria Chamber of Commerce (VCC), which will help to create a stronger voice for the Shepparton business community.

The alliance, which will bring benefits to members of both organisations, can be of value to all employers in the region, from the smallest companies operating in the area, right through to the large multi-nationals that call Shepparton home.

SCC president, Leanne Hulm said, “Under the new alliance, SCC members will have access to the benefits of a VCC Essentials membership including business tools and templates, business intelligence through a range of publications and discounts on VCC networking events, consulting services and training courses.

“VCC members in the Shepparton region will be able to attend the SCC’s networking and business development events and will benefit from increased local advocacy and support new opportunities for business promotion.

“SCC looks forward to working closely with VCC to provide this expanded suite of benefits to our members and continue to support greater Shepparton business and industry,” Leanne said.

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EVENTS

COMMUNITY CONNECT UPCOMING SENIOR CITIZENS CONCERT will be held on Thursday, June 30 at 1:30pm at the Senior Citizens Centre, Wlesford Street, Shepparton.

Guest artists are The Hoffmans. Entry is $5, which includes afternoon tea. Everyone is welcome. For bulk bookings, phone 5825 2642 or 5821 9580.

Memberships of $10 are also due this month.

GOULBURN VALLEY U3A LEARNING FOR PLEASURE IN RETIREMENT COURSES are held each day of the week at the Goulburn Valley

U3A Hall, Esson Street, Shepparton. Membership is open to anyone over 50, who is retired from fulltime work. For further information, phone 5821 3333.

ONGOING GRANDPARENTS SUPPORT GROUP meet on the first Thursday of each month from 10am to 12 noon at the Shepparton Family Relationship Centre, 68 Wyndham Street in Shepparton. For information, phone 5820 0444.

FIRST BIRTHDAY MILESTONE… THE team at APCO Shepparton celebrated their first birthday during the week, with the community welcomed along to share in the festivities. From left (front), the APCO team, kitchen hands, Ar Fah, and Rosie Price. (Middle), console, Howard Forster, kitchen hand, Lesley Ruijters, console, Allan Foster, console, Trista Maddock, barista, Katey Green. (Back), console, Dale Dempsey, console, Megan Dicinoki, kitchen supervisor, Jo Prosser, manager, Jo Madden, assistant manager, Sheree McKinnon and console, Courtney Lewis. Photo: Emma Hillier.

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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 55 words or less.

THE PROBUS CLUB OF SHEPPARTON INC. meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 9:30am at the Goulburn Valley Hotel. For ladies and men, retired or semi-retired. Add zest to your lifestyle. For enquiries, phone Kevin on 5822 2673 or Marie on 5831 5256.

PFLAG SHEPPARTON we are a group of parents, family and friends of gay, lesbian and bisexual people who meet regularly to offer support and friendship to families and particularly parents. For more information, phone Glenys 0409 626 647 or email pflag@ucce.org.au.

SING AUSTRALIA GROUPS Shepparton meets Tuesdays from 7:30pm to 9:30pm at the Baptist church Shepparton (except school holidays).

To participate in singing (no auditions needed), contact Meryl on 5831 2202 or 0418 578 369. Also on the Sing Australia website www. singaustralia.com.au.

GV CHRONIC PAIN Support Group meets on the third Wednesday of every month from 1pm to 2:30pm at Primary Care Connect, 399 Wyndham Street, Shepparton. Come along and share in support. For more information, email gvcpsg@ gmail.com or phone 0458 510 416 between 10am and 4pm.

SHEPPARTON PUBLIC Cemetery is announcing that the second stage of the mausoleum is completed and now on sale. The historic cemetery reminds the community it is not run by council and still has room available. For information, phone Jeanette Doherty on 5821 2289.

FREE BREAKFAST FOR EVERYONE at St Georges Road Post Office and Milkbar, 102 St Georges Road, Shepparton from Monday to Friday from 7am to 9am.

SHEPPARTON CHESS CLUB Inc. meet at

Shepparton Access, 227 Wyndham Street Shepparton every Saturday at 1pm. Entry only through back door. New members are welcome.

Adults $3 per day, juniors $1.50. Tea and coffee is provided.

GET ACTIVE SHEPPARTON provides free exercise classes for all ages and levels of fitness every Sunday morning at the hill next to Aquamoves at 8:30am to 9:30am. Contact David on 0419 332 422 or visit the Facebook page “Get Active Shepparton” for more details.

SHEPPARTON TOASTMASTER is a public speaking and leadership development club that builds self-confidence. Meet at Shepparton Access, 227 Wyndham Street, Shepparton on the first and third Tuesday every month. For more information, see http://shepparton.toastmastersclubs.org/ MOOROOPNA CROQUET CLUB will host golf croquet on Thursday afternoons at 1:30pm. First afternoon is free. Flat closed-in shoes are required and equipment is provided. Come on Saturday afternoon at 1:30pm for a more challenging game of association croquet. Beginners are always welcome.

For further information, phone 5825 4541.

GOLF CROQUET for beginners is held every Friday morning from 9am at the Shepparton Croquet Courts, Winston Street, Shepparton.

Come along and learn a most enjoyable game. First two weeks free, following a $5 green fee after that.

Flat shoes required, all other equipment supplied.

For further information, phone Trudy Serafini on 5822 0178.

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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LETTERS

OPINION

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.

ASSISTANCE FOR FARMERS Dear Editor, There is a misunderstanding either deliberate or u n-intentional of the significant and urgent assistance provided for the beleaguered local dairy farmers following the cutback announcements by Murray Goulburn and Fonterra.

The Federal Government is in “caretaker mode” and the Deputy Prime Minister and National Party Leader, Barnaby Joyce can only take action in consultation with the federal Labor opposition and can only provide financial assistance with money already approved by legislation.

Hence, the immediate provision of $30M under the “Dairy Recovery Concessional Loans Scheme” which was Victoria’s share of the $55M remaining existing concessional loans budgeted for this financial year.

These loans are at 2.71 percent, far cheaper than commercial rates, and they will go down to 2.66 percent on August 1.

However, none of this can be provided until the Victorian Government agrees to administer the loan arrangements, which so far it has not and is demanding extra money for the administration.

From July 1 far more money for loans will be available for allocation as the Federal scheme rolls into the new financial year.

Minister Joyce has also provided other assistance with rural counsellors, and the creation of a commodity milk price index.

Perhaps the most significant immediate assistance and not widely known is the availability of the “Farm Household Allowance” which will provide affected farm families with almost $500 per week to put “food on the table,” particularly during the low income winter months.

A mobile van is already touring the area and extra departmental staff have been allocated to accelerate the processing of applications.

Fortunately access to this Allowance is now readily available. This is the worst winter for local dairy farmers since 1976 with the then repercussions of the United Kingdom joining the European Union when our dairy and fruit access was basically terminated. I was involved as the local federal member and we had over three thousand local fruit and dairy farmers and

small business owners on the pioneering version of this program.

T h i s i s a n u r ge nt sit u at ion for many dairy farmers and the Coalition G over n ment t h roug h B a r n aby h as responded quickly and positively.

Yours sincerely, Bruce Lloyd Bunbartha

MALL SHOULD BE OPENED Dear Editor, In reply to the letter by Councillor, Jenny Houlihan in The Adviser on Wednesday, June 8, it may be great for you to see a public political debate in the Maude Street Mall, but did you take note of how many of these people went into any of the traders’ shops and spent money, or was it just gathering of current candidates making promises that in most cases will not be kept.

Dear councillor, your words on not giving it back to cars (the mall), do you not realise that this great city of Shepparton started with horse carts in the streets, then came the automobile, cars, trucks, buses and trains. The centre of Shepparton was a very vibrant and busy hub with lots of car parks and lots of people shopping in what is now the Maude Street Mall.

Somewhere along the line, someone came up with the great idea of closing Maude Street and Fraser Street between High and Fryers Streets and giving the public a mall, at the same time pushing shoppers to outer shopping areas. Now the traders in the mall suffer with not getting shoppers and not making enough money to survive.

I`m sorry councillor but your idea does not wash, as the Maude Street Mall traders will never prosper again until the shoppers can again drive up in front of the shops, get out, walk in and buy what they want and go back outside and drive to another area of Shepparton.

Councillor, think of the traders not the politicians having a meeting every three years.

Yours sincerely, Bob Dickson Shepparton Want to have your say?

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NEWS

Farmers benefit from monster fundraiser

INSPIRING FURNITURE AND HOMEWARES… From left, Provincial Home Living store manager, Alisha Ryan and sales assistant, Josie Fichera are inviting the community to drop in to Provincial Home Living to benefit from their storewide sale. Photo: Emma Hillier.

June storewide sale THE inspiring collection of furniture and homewares at everybody’s favourite lifestyle store, Provincial Home Living can now be yours at up to 50 percent off the regular marked price during the store’s massive June storewide sale.

Store manager, Alisha Ryan said, “Our June storewide sale, which is on now right through to July 10, is our biggest once a year sale and offers our customers a chance to enjoy great savings across the entire store.

“Our customers can enjoy 50 percent

off selected candles, cushions and dining tables, photo frames, vases, kitchen accessories, servingware and lots more across the store.

“Everything in-store is reduced, so come along and enjoy the relaxation and harmony that is the Provincial Home Living experience and save money at the same time.”

You’ll love the savings at Provincial Home Living, so visit them today at Shop 7, Home Central, Benalla Road, Shepparton.

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SUPPORTING LOCAL FARMERS… Peak Physique Women’s Fitness Centre held a monster personal training/boot camp fundraiser event at the weekend, where 60 participants helped to raise funds in support of local dairy farmers. Photo: Supplied.

MORE than 60 people gathered together in support of local dairy farmers at the Shepparton Basketball Stadium on Sunday, taking part in a monster personal training/ boot camp fundraiser organised by Peak Physique Women’s Fitness Centre. $1,000 was raised during the event, which saw participants taken through a two and a half hour long boot camp style, training session and included a one hour boot camp and mix of cardio, strength and toning exercises.

Peak Physique Women’s Fitness Centre founder, Emma O’Keeffe said, “We had a great turnout and are pleased with the outcome.

“Farmers are the lifeblood of the

region, without our dairy farmers, this region would not exist, so we wanted to do something to lend a hand. The donations will go toward putting together wellness packs for women farmers.

“We’re still getting donations coming in, so we want to keep it going.

“We’d like to thank all those who supported the event and helped us put it together.

“We are also organising a high tea/ fashion event at The Woolshed, Emerald Bank on July 17 to help raise more funds to help them.”

For further information, phone Emma at Peak Physique Women’s Fitness Centre on 5821 8589.

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NEWS

Your local Bottle-O FATHER and son team, Don and Brad Kerry from Numurkah are excited to introduce the newest national franchise, The Bottle-O to the local community of Numurkah and surrounds.

Don said, “We have extensive experience in the industry having owned and operated several licenced venues over the years including the Shamrock Hotel in Numurkah for some time, this seemed like a natural progression.

“We’ve been asked many times over the years since moving on from the Shamrock’ when are we going to open a bottle shop in town and we’re proud to have now done that and to be able to offer the local community a greater choice.

“If we can get people to spend here in town, then they’ll spend more in town at our local stores and venues.”

Brad said, “We have a huge selection of wines and beverages and we’re currently in talks with a number of local wineries to provide a greater range of locally produced

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HUGE SELECTION… From left, The Bottle-O owners, Brad and Don Kerry are excited to be introducing the newest national franchise to the community of Numurkah and surrounds. Photo: Emma Hillier.

products.”

Don added, “The Bottle-O brand was a good choice for us, it gives us the power of a national buying operation so that we can offer competitive prices on a larger range of products.

“Basically, we’re open, we’re here and we invite everyone to come along enjoy the range and celebrate this new venture with us.”

Call in and see the local team at The Bottle-O in Numurkah, 93 Melville Street, Numurkah or phone 5862 3796.

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NEWS

Jamestrong launches new $10M production line continued from front page JA M E S T RONG ’ Au st ra l ia a nd N ew Zealand managing director, John Bigley said, “Success of a project, of course, will come in many forms. First and foremost for us is safety. Despite all the activity that went on with this project, we had zero incidents.

That’s testament to the diligence of the contractors and all Jamestrong’ employees.

“We’ve had technical success on the line as well. We’ve introduced a number of innovative aspects, and certainly the hygiene regime that we’ve introduced into canmaking aims to mimic what our customers

do in their own environment in terms of strict hygiene and servicing the infantformula market.”

Jamestrong’ Kyabram site manager, Grant McConkey said it’s great to have 12 new full time jobs for the new line to keep up with current demand. Success of the project has been due to hard work from all the employees managers and project teams.”

Employment is also part of the success story. In the past six months, the business employed an additional 12 full-time staff members, taking the head count across Australia and New Zealand to 350.

John said, “Clearly in rural Victoria there are many employment challenges, however it’s good for Jamestrong’ to be able to bring jobs to Kyabram. I’ve also seen that the region’s unemployment rate was dropping.

“Jamestrong’ is a new name in the packaging world, with new branding done by our new owners; however, the business has a long pedigree — 67 years in the metal-packaging business, starting off here in Kyabram as Southern Can Company in 1950.

“Certainly, we’ve seen growth in the infant formula market, both here in Australia and in New Zealand. Some for domestic market, but a lot of product going outside of Australasia, into China and the rest of Asia.

And that’s really been supported by the great reputation of the food industry generally in Australia and New Zealand.

“We’re all about protecting the brands for our customers and working to try and

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OFFICIAL OPENING A MILESTONE… From left, Jamestrong’ Kyabram site project team, KY 2 project officer, Tracey Collins, process engineer, Steve Myles, KY 2 project officer, Lisa Maxfield, site manager, Grant McConkey and engineer manager, Rod Prior. Photo: Supplied.

protect the ultimate consumer which, of course, is the baby.

“In this new positive-airflow warehouse, we decided to invest in a ‘centre of excellence’ for infant formula. We called this new line ‘Kyabram 7’, with the first six lines being in the existing facility over the road. We were the first can maker to achieve ISO 22000 and linked that to hazards, so our Kyabram line 1, which is making infant formula cans today, is already fairly high grade, but this line we’re showcasing today

takes us to the next level: we’ll be the only formally zoned hygiene control can line in Australia and New Zealand. There are facilities, which have a can line within a positive warehouse, but not segregated itself inside a box.

“We thank our new owners, Joan Wei and the Shanghai and Guangdong Investment Company, for their faith in our longterm vision for the business; it is a really significant investment in the region,” John said.

MORNING TEA A HIT… Residents at Shepparton Gardens enjoyed the village’s second annual morning tea event, where funds were raised for the GV Health Oncology Department. Photo: Emma Hillier.

Generosity abounds S H E P PA RT O N G a r d e n s r e c e n t l y celebrated their second annual morning tea event, in an effort to support local GV Health Oncology Department, within the Peter Copulos Cancer and Wellness Centre.

Shepparton Gardens manager, Michelle Macfarlane said, “Last year we raised $500 odd dollars and this year we’ve raised over $900 in spare change alone.

The residents simply donate their spare change and we fill a large cup and whatever is in there, goes directly to our local oncology department. It’s just wonderful.”

Shepparton Gardens is home to 52 local residents and as Michelle mentioned, cancer touches everyone.

“We’ve all either lost someone or had some form of connection with cancer, everybody is touched by it and we do have a lot of people here who utilise the services of the local wing.”

Director of GV Health Foundation, Carmel Johnson said, “We’re overwhelmed by the generosity of the residents at Shepparton Gardens. We’re thrilled that there is yet another group of people who really value our oncology services and who are willing to give when they have so little themselves. The amount is staggering.”

Michelle said, “We look forward to continuing our morning tea events each year and contributing more to our local oncology facilities.”

NEWS

HAPPIER AND HEALTHIER WORLD… From left, High Street Cycles owner, Malcolm Hill and business manager, Mike Furness believe that helping the community get out and about on a bike will make the world happier and healthier.

Photo: Emma Hillier.

Local High Street success story FOR approximately 23 years High Street Cycles has been a popular local business operating on the corner of High and Corio Streets, Shepparton.

Owner, Malcolm Hill has seen plenty of changes over the years in the cycling industry and believes strongly in a simple but effective strategy to a successful business model. “Our number one focus here is our customers… without them, we wouldn’t have a business,” Malcolm said.

The business provides options across all the cycling segments; from road bikes to mountain bikes (MTB), hybrids and a great range of kids’ bikes as well. Repairs and maintenance is their other strong service proposition with a 24 hour turn around guarantee from Monday to Friday.

High Street Cycles manager, Mike Furness knows the importance of great customer service which further reinforces Malcolm’s thoughts.

“Our value’s consist of a number of key points and customer service is our number one priority, followed closely by a strong value proposition, and a quality brand in TREK. “We possess a strong desire to remain up-to-date with industry trends whilst maintaining relevance to our local market, so we have invested in the fast growing indoor trainer segment…with products such as a Wahoo KICKR, and advice on training ‘apps’ such as Zwift, FULGAZ and Trainerroad we can increase your performance over the colder months.

“Getting more people on bikes more often will make the world happier and healthier.

It’s our business, our passion and our mission...We believe in bikes,” Mike said.

For more information, call into High Street Cycles, 145 High Street, Shepparton or phone 5831 2388. Make sure to look them up on Facebook.

Time restricted in parking bays PARKING BAYS RESTRICTED… Nine angled parking bays opposite the Shepparton Library have recently been changed from all-day parking bays, to two hour parking bays.

Photo: Emma Hillier.

continued from front page A GREATER Shepparton City Council spokesperson said, “There were two signs (nine bays) on Marungi Street west side (opposite the library) and two signs (four bays) on Nixon Street south side (abutting the library) that were changed.

“The Marungi Street bays were changed from all-day to two hours and the Nixon Street bays were changed from one hour to two hours.

Changes such as these are appropriate in specific locations, such as near the library.”

Goulburn Valley Libraries CEO, Kevin Preece said, “We made a request to council to adjust the time of the parking spaces directly opposite the library as previously

we had noticed that a lot of those parks were being taken up all day, which limited library patrons who wanted to come in for short visits.

“We requested a shorter time limit be implemented to free up some parking.

“Nearly every day we run children’s rhyme and story time programs and the mothers who come along with their young children really find it hard to get a park in that busy area.

“By putting a time limit it ensures these spaces are available for them.

“It’s not up to me to determine who the parks are to benefit or who is to miss out, or which group deserves the parking spaces more than others.”

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home living Quality coverings the answer BEAT THE WINTER BLUES… From left, Wyndham Décor co-owners, Sue Johnston and Jenny Younger can help you beat the winter blues with their great range of quality coverings and linings.

Photo: Emma Hillier.

PROTECTING your home from the winter chill is now more affordable, thanks to the team at Wyndham Décor with their latest free curtain lining offer.

Wyndham Décor proprietor, Jenny Younger said, “There’s no better way to achieve improved energy efficiency within your home than by installing quality coverings and linings. A good window covering provides the best possible insulation against the elements and is a cost effective way of achieving better warmth in winter and keeping cool in summer.

“A good quality window covering will also protect your flooring and furnishings from the effects of fading from direct sunlight.”

Wyndham Décor is currently offering free curtain linings with any curtain fabric purchased from Maurice Kain, Sekers, as

well as a limited range of Uncoated Filigree products (conditions apply).

Jenny said, “New designs are arriving in store frequently, as we aim to keep our fabric range fresh and relevant to current trends. Now is a great time to talk to our experienced and friendly team, whether you are building a new home or renovating an existing home, we would love to help.”

Wyndham Décor is one of the oldest established window furnishings specialists in Shepparton and proprietors, Sue Johnston and Jenny Younger have a combined experience in the industry of approximately 41 years.

Call in and see Sue and Jenny for personalised service at Wyndham Décor, 7988 GV Highway, Kialla, phone 5823 5694 or visit www.wyndhamdecor.com.au

From blank canvas to daring statement

Designing in white WHITE-ON-WHITE is the new black when it comes to adding a powerful punch to your home.

White can evoke a myriad of emotions and seasonal effects: warm and embracing, crisp and clean, exciting and dramatic, peaceful and zen-like, simple or elegant and classic.

A successful all-white space uses texture, colour and pattern to create depth and interest. It is an exciting way to be able to experiment with different textures, aspects, shapes and design.

Tips for taking white to wondrous Shades: The biggest mistake people make is choosing the wrong shade. Determine your ambience first. Then pick a shade to create it. Warm whites tend to have a yellow, red or brown undertone for a warm and cosy atmosphere and cool whites have a grey, blue or green undertone bringing light to

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dark spaces and a fresh, bright look.

Materials: Think more than porcelain. Tiles are made of many materials from ceramics to polished marbles. Think gorgeous natural limestones too. A luxurious layering look can be achieved when using a combination of materials.

Shapes: It’s still hip to be square but with a twist, particularly with the resurgence of the Victorian encaustic tile. Elongated rectangles have been the norm but shapes are moving into hexagons, triangles, rhomboids (diamonds) and chevron (V-shape) designs.

Structure/Texture: It’s not just the shape that’s changing.

Wall tiles come in a range of structures and dimensions, like 3D. These formations are visually tactile and give a gutsy, personal look that’s anything but sterile.

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SPECIALISED HARDWARE AND LIGHTING… Liberty Kitchens sales consultant, Sarah Nicholson with a lighting display. Photo: Emma Hillier.

Quality cabinet design for the whole home SOFT close is a feature that has had a lot of talk in the cabinet making industry for some time.

Options are available for both doors and drawers, where cabinets softly close without the definite bang of conventional hardware.

“The best choice is a solid drawer system that has a reasonable weight tolerance of around 50kg per drawer.

This means less wear and tear and the runners don’t have to struggle,” Liberty Kitchens senior sales estimator, Dawn Rayner said.

“Canned foods, for example, are quite weighty. A system that offers full extension is the best choice, as all items are brought forward and therefore are a breeze to access. There’s no lifting out the item in front to get to the one behind.

“We at Liberty Kitchens have trialled a number of options, as they have been released by hardware manufacturers.

Some were dismal failures. It took time to find a solution, but it was worth it, to come up with a range that our customers and our cabinetry team are confident in.

Lighting has also seen major advances i n t he last few yea rs w ith L E Ds becoming the choice. Lighting under the overhead cabinets in a kitchen can make all the difference, giving light where it is needed most. No longer are you working in your own shadow.

“Lighting can also be used for visual effect, lighting display cabinet interiors and niches or used to outline a cabinetry feature,” Dawn said.

To experience first-hand quality options call in and see the team at Liberty Kitchens 60 Williams Road, Shepparton or phone 5831 2620.

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wi t h Geoff Vallance

Sailing to America

part II

HOT STUFF… A visit to a local village sees fire walkers show their stuff. They say the young men embrace the flames to gain healing powers.

This man uses his tongue to lick the flames.

OUR ship calls into the Port of Vila where the thousands of tourists that the cruise ships bring each year, play a major part in the local economy.

EDUCATION AND CULTURE… Native art welcomes you to the Secret Garden, a cultural education centre that tells the story of early settlement.

INSET VISITORS WELCOMED… The conch shell is always used to welcome visitors to the village.

There is only one cruise ship this week and so the locals flock to the port to sell their handcrafts at the many stalls set up at the port entrance.

Local taxis abound and indeed it seems that anyone who has a motor vehicle can set himself or herself up as a taxi service for the day.

The bargaining begins at $100 for the day.

No… $50 per person if you have four. We get the price down to $20 each. The van leaves a little to be desired but the driver is pleasant, speaks good English and gives a running commentary as we travel along.

The city is a bustle of people shopping for a local bargain and there are many to be found. I was surprised how competitive the duty free items were. You could find everything from designer jewellery, watches, leather goods and fashion accessories.

But time to get out of the city and head for the hills. Our driver takes us by a local village.

It is basic, but clean and as far as village life goes in some countries, it looks pretty good.

Back on the road we head to the Cascade Water Falls. The 50m high waterfall cascades down into rock pools offering a cool place to swim and relax.

The highlight for me was the Secret Garden. It’s an outdoor cultural tour, set in an open garden layout. You are welcomed by local tribes who tell the story of the tribes, the first visits of white man and the interaction of both cultures. Cannibalism was practised in those days and the white man was seen as more than just another person… indeed, white meat was seen as sweet.

During our visit, a group of local school children came along to hear of the history of their country. It was great to see them interact with the story being told and what a bright interesting group they were. In many respects they were quite shy but very respectful of their elders.

It’s time to leave Port Vila and we head out into the open seas, where after a full day sailing, we make our next stop in Fiji.

Set between the lush green mountains and the sea, Suva is the capital of Fiji, it’s a beautiful harbour, alive with all forms of sailing vessels from luxury yachts to working ships.

Suva is set right on the water’s edge so

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you can walk from the ship to the shopping areas and lots of passengers do. The people are very friendly and welcome you with the local word ‘Bula,’ and we reply ‘Bula.’

Our ship, Explorer of the Seas dominates the skyline on the wharf and slowly 3,000 plus passengers fill the city.

We go on an excursion to a local village.

Our tour guide is a young woman who tells us the story of Fiji, where everyone gets a free education and English is an essential part of that education. Locally, there are some 13 dialects, but one common to all.

Workers can be paid as little as $2.50 an hour up to $7 depending on their skills, (the Aussie dollar is worth $1.40 to the Fijian).

Those working for the government are paid higher according to their role.

We drive along through the lush, green countryside and on reaching the village receive the traditional welcome of the blowing of a conch shell.

The young men of the village put on a display of traditional dances showing how they repelled their enemies with spears, then the fire walkers appear. These men are trained in the art of using fire and its meditation to heal.

They spin their fire sticks, alight both ends and put on a spectacular display where they twirl the fire sticks before placing a lit end on their mouths; I can see one man’s tongue wrapped around the end of the stick, licking the flames. It’s said that by embracing the flames you heal yourself and others.

As part of our visit, Kava is made in a large wooden bowl. We are then offered the opportunity to try the drink. It tastes a little muddy and soon causes the tongue to tingle and induces a numbing effect in the mouth. If it is continued to be consumed, the numbing effects grow and many use it as a form of escape.

You can buy Kava just about anywhere, even in the duty free shop in small packs of the powder where you just add water.

Today is Sunday and with Fiji being predominantly Christian this is the day of rest. Most of the shops are closed so we head out on an excursion to the beach.

The beach turns out to be a five star resort where you can head down to the beach or use the resorts never ending swimming pool, there are coffee lounges, bars, lunch and

entertainment, but it’s time to head back to our ship. We are about to leave Fiji and head to Honolulu. It will take our ship the best part of a week to get there.

What will it be like to spend that much time at sea? That will be my next story.

Until next time, Safe Travel’n, Geoff Vallance

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Property maintenance no problem LOCAL property maintenance service, NPB Property Maintenance is a great option for all of your home handyman needs and smaller jobs, which can often be difficult to get done.

NPB Property Maintenance director, Nathan Bowles grew up in the local area and has more than seven years experience in the building industry.

Nathan said, “I’ve always enjoyed building and it’s great to be able to help people achieve A HANDY MAN… NPB Property Maintenance director, their goals around the home.

Nathan Bowles can help with all of your home handyman “My main focus is residential home needs and smaller jobs. Photo: Emma Hillier. maintenance projects, but we’re also available for small commercial jobs as well.

For all of your general home maintenance “We concentrate on smaller jobs such as needs, contact Nathan at NPB Property carpentry, plastering, tiling, painting, door Maintenance on 0458 974 142 or follow and lock fitting and just general handyman ‘NPB Property Maintenance’ on Facebook. maintenance jobs.”

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Little golfing legend to tee off at world championships

By David Lee AT just 10 years of age, local upcoming golfing legend, Bailey Goodall will be one of just six Australians chosen to take on the IMG World Junior Golf Championships in San Diego and the Junior World Stars in Las Vegas next month, where some of his golfing idols started out their careers.

Having started playing golf at the age of two, Bailey plays golf regularly on a local level, but also had the chance to play in the Victorian Junior Open and the State Primary School Finals.

Bailey said, “I am looking forward to playing on the world stage.

“It’s a big achievement. I am the only Australian playing in my age group; 9 to 10 year olds.

“My idols in the sport are Tiger Woods and Adam Scott. I hope to get to their level one day.”

GOLFING CHAMPION IN THE MAKING… Local 10 year old resident, Bailey Goodall will be taking his golfing to the world stage, when he tees off at the IMG World Junior Golf Championships in San Diego and the Junior World Stars in Las Vegas next month. Photo: Emma Hillier.

Shepparton’s sporting heroes honoured ACADEMY KICKING GOALS… From left (back), AFL Victoria football development manager, Mark Lambourn, Shepparton High School sports coordinator, Daniel Napolitano and Umpire Diversity Academy development coaches, Brett Hancock and Charlie Zampaglione. (Front), Umpire Diversity Academy participants, Mohsin Haidari, Baskir Hashimi, Arielle Sutherland, Mohammad Mahdi Aloachey and Abkr Sari. Photo: Emma Hillier.

Students introduced to AFL through umpiring

By David Lee LOCAL students are getting the chance to learn more about AFL through a Shepparton’s Umpire Diversity Academy, which is kicking off this week for its second year.

The academy, which is running at Shepparton High School on Wednesday nights between 4pm and 5pm, consists of pa r t icipa nt s f rom mu lt ic u lt u ra l backgrounds and aims to offer students the chance to learn how the game of AFL works and gives them the chance to learn a range of skills associated with umpiring.

Development coach, Brett Hancock said, “We had 19 kids in total go through the program last year. Seven continued to umpire throughout the year and four have

gone on to umpire GVFL games this year.

“The program runs for eight weeks and will culminate as it did last year, with participants umpiring a thirds GVFL match.

“It’s all about introducing the kids from non-English speaking backgrounds to Aussie rules.

“As it stands they generally don’t feel involved in the game and the academy gives them the chance to get involved.

“The academy is a skill based training program with a little light running, so it is for everyone.

“The end goal is if we get one kid to take up umpiring it’s all worth it.”

For further information, contact Brett Hancock on 0447 254 055.

A SPORTING PAST… From left, author and compiler, Marlene Turner-Kuhn and Australian, two mile track champion, Betty Curtis (nee Knight), with Marlene’s latest book, Shepparton and District Sporting Champions from the Past 1940s 50s 60s into 70s open to the page where Betty was 21. Photo: Emma Hillier.

By David Lee A SPECIAL 550 page book honouring Shepparton’s leading sporting heroes from the past was launched in Shepparton last week.

As the second in a ‘historical Shepparton series’ composed by former local resident, M a rl e n e Tu r n e r - Ku h n , t h e b o ok , titled ‘Shepparton and District Sporting Champions from the Past 1940s 50s 60s into 70s,’ outlines details of sports in Shepparton during the 1940s, 50s, 60s and 70s, with stories and photos that have been supplied by those who were a part of the

many different sports in the Shepparton district.

Marlene said, “The launch was excellent.

People from across the area came along.

“It took me 18 months to put this book together, including research time.

“Every story is a highlight. It’s just a fantastic book. We have some lovely stories from Rob Ormond and many others.”

To order a copy of the book, visit the G ou lbu r n Va l ley Newsagenc y, 314 Wyndham Street, the Shepparton Motor Museum at Emerald Bank in Kialla or phone Marlene on 0438 803 178.

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Wednesday 22nd June, 2016

GVFL Seniors Results Round 10 Benalla (113) ..................def ...... Shepp Swans (64) Shepp United (70) ......def ...............Mansfield (48) Seymour (97) .................def .......................Tatura (72) Kyabram (100) ..............def ..............Rochester (51) Shepparton (78) ..........def ........................Euroa (55) Echuca (106) .................def .........Mooroopna (35)

GVNL A Grade Results Round 10 Kyabram (50) ................def ..............Rochester (22) Shepp United (43) ......def ...............Mansfield (24) Seymour (71) .................def .......................Tatura (15) Echuca (38) ...................def .........Mooroopna (36) Benalla (36) ....................def ...... Shepp Swans (32)

GVFL & GVNL Round 11

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It’s a women’s game

Saturday, June 25 Shepparton....................v ............................. Benalla Mansfield .........................v ......................... Kyabram Rochester ........................v ................................. Euroa Mooroopna ...................v ...........................Seymour Shepp Swans ................v .............................Echuca Tatura .................................v ............... Shepp United

Adviser Footy Tipsters

MATT CHILCOTT (47) Benalla Kyabram Rochester Seymour Shepparton Swans Shepparton United

DINNY ADEM (37) Benalla Kyabram Rochester Seymour Shepparton Swans Shepparton United

HAYDEN BEST (44) Benalla Kyabram Rochester Seymour Shepparton Swans Shepparton United

DAVID FOX (47) Benalla Kyabram Rochester Seymour Echuca Tatura

JACQUI HUDGSON (46) Benalla Kyabram Rochester Seymour Shepparton Swans Tatura

KYLE POWER (44) Benalla Kyabram Rochester Seymour Echuca Shepparton United

SUZANNA SHEED (47) Benalla Kyabram Rochester Seymour Shepparton Swans Shepparton United

JOHN RYAN (47) Benalla Kyabram Rochester Seymour Echuca Shepparton United

DARRYL TWITT (37) Benalla Kyabram Rochester Seymour Echuca Shepparton United

PHANTOM (13) Shepparton Mansfield Euroa Mooroopna Echuca Tatura

2016 Ladder GVFL Seniors 2016 Ladder

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GVNL A Grade 2016 Ladder

Kyabram ..............................................40 Euroa .....................................................32 Seymour ...............................................28 Echuca .................................................28 Shepparton ..........................................24 Mooroopna ..........................................22 Benalla ..................................................22 Shepparton Swans ..............................20 Rochester..............................................12 Shepparton United................................8 Mansfield.................................................4 Tatura.......................................................0

EXCITING TIME FOR WOMEN… Women playing the game of Australian rules football has become very popular with participation levels gaining momentum very quickly. Photo: Supplied.

AUSTRALIAN rules football has changed forever and for the better, as we get ready for the eight team National Women’s League.

It is an exciting time for women in football and over the last decade or so, women playing the game has become very popular with participation levels gaining momentum very quickly.

As the game receives more media coverage and is marketed extensively, I can see the game in the major regional areas of Victoria really becoming a breeding ground for the elite women’s level.

I’m not sure what is being done locally to promote the game from the powerbrokers but there is a great opportunity for whichever region gets in first. I am sure it would be well supported by local football clubs and it is the perfect time for local football committees to be putting things

in place for the evolution of the sport for women. What a way to galvanise a club with an all inclusive approach to football?

How long will it be before we see women coaching staff? We have many women involved in our great game in many different capacities and we are on the verge of women being involved in all capacities at all levels.

It is an exciting time and with playing standard lights now at some of our local grounds, the women’s game could be played in the same day with thirds, reserves, women and seniors taking the stage. What a great day at the footy that would be.

It makes me wonder if in 50 years we hear at quarter time a spray in the women’s game huddle after a lacklustre first quarter “start having a go and stop playing like men.”

Only time will tell.

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