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WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 7, 2016

COMMUNITY CONNECT | page 6 Letters to the Editor | page 8 FREE 7 Day TV Guide | page 22 Classifieds | pages 23-25 Sport Adviser | page 26

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Flooding issue a real ‘drainer’

By David Lee WHEN it rains, the problems pour for patrons attempting to enter Shepparton Access, with flooding in the drains in front of the building becoming a hassle and a real Continued on page 20 safety issue.

Fairleys IGA could fold

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BRAND NEW FACILITY TO BE CONSTRUCTED… From left, Notre Dame College finance manager, David Smyth, facilities manager, Paul Christensen, lab technician, Helen McMillan, science coordinator, Sarah McKinnon and head of house, David Cuzens on the site of the new multi-million dollar building which is set to begin being constructed at Notre Dame College. Photo: Emma Hillier.

Notre Dame’s $7.5M upgrade Works start on new science centre

By David Lee AN exciting new multi-million dollar development at Notre Dame College has just kicked off, with works beginning to prepare

for the construction of a state-of-the-art science centre.

The project, which is expected to cost in excess of $7.5M and is planned for completion

in October 2017, involves the removal of five portable classrooms and the demolition of two separate double storey buildings on the south side of Knight Street, which will then create space for the new double storey building, with each floor having a footprint of approximately Continued on page 19 1,400m2.

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Concerns that Fairleys could fold following recent planning manoeuvres

By David Lee FAIRLEYS SUPA IGA has hit back to recent planning manoeuvres to see another supermarket chain developed on a block only metres down the road, saying that the move is an attempt to undermine the local supermarket’s success.

Fairleys Group general manager, Len Morabito said, “Fairleys IGA is leading the expansion of North Shepparton retail services with a 14,000sqm development at its Hawkins Street and Numurkah Road iconic corner block.

“It is astounding that council’s own experts simply do not grasp the fact that all the required future retail development in North Shepparton until 2035 is containable on the Fairleys’ site.

“In fact, the recent retail strategy plan, endorsed by experts in this field on behalf of council, concluded that the Hawkins Street site should be the preferred location for any North Shepparton activity centre moving forward, because of its location and current close-by facilities.

“Now the council is entertaining hiving off some retail components hundreds of metres up Numurkah Road, making for a completely disjointed centre for shoppers.

“In fact, not a centre at all,” he warned, “but a twin headed retail outcome with all the estimated success as that at Riverside Plaza.

“Council planners do get these things wrong from time to time, for example from some years ago, when they recommended the Riverside Plaza centre project, which still has seemingly acres of empty space today.

“If they keep pushing development on the north side away from our Hawkins Street location, they will soon end up creating two failed centres.

“In addition, there doesn’t seem to be much consideration of the existing commercial terms operating today between tenants and landlord at the Fairleys’ site.

“If the retail development at Ford Road proceeds under council wings at Planning Panel Victoria, then the last real independent supermarket, which has served the community for 120 years, is likely to be unable to meet loan and rental payments which are locked in for the long term.

“The Fairleys’ supermarket, liquor store, Tatts outlet, cafe, bakery, deli and butcher departments will simply disappear from the retail landscape.

“That means Shepparton will be left with four Woolworths, and three Coles stores and no independent. The resultant loss of shopping choice and price competition spells trouble for the resident of Shepparton on other fronts, too,” Mr Morabito said.

“The Fairleys’ community program would be lost and the community at least $600,000 poorer over the next decade. That means a lot to local sporting clubs, and welfare groups.

“Jobs too will be extinguished. The loss of Fairleys’ would mean that up to 220 local jobs would be gone, including five full time butchers and five bakers and their two apprentices.

“It is common knowledge that the Woolworths stores in general employ less employees per supermarket floor space than independents. This is clearly evident by the amount of un-manned self-checkouts at Woolworths and that many of their stores order their “fresh” meat products in from processing plants already wrapped in individual packets ready for sale, with no need for qualified butchers on site.

“At Fairleys,’ we will never introduce these labour saving methods for the sake of an extra dollar on the ‘bottom line.’ Local community jobs are very important and we live by what we say.

“There is a real threat to Fairleys’ continued operation, as is foreshadowed by the outcome when a council approved a Woolworths in Seville, East of Melbourne.

“Despite what town planners in the

Yarra Ranges believed, clearly there was not enough customer demand for the extra supermarket and the independent Fairleys IGA store, without the massive resources of Woolworths, simply folded, taking jobs and family assets with it, and severely reducing the amount of local produce sold in the town for the long term. These poor planning decisions are detrimental to the life blood of the local community and their independent operators.

“At Fairleys,’ we are trying to get a $30M development at Hawkins Street and Numurkah Road to be approved and to proceed. It makes sense because there is already McDonald’s, Subway, APCO petrol and other fast food close at hand. Across the road we are advised there are half a million visits to the sports complex a year. This is the natural and existing hub of North Shepparton: it needs to be built upon, not torn down.

“We are plan ning to add another supermarket and numerous other speciality shops and retail services together in a community hub here.

“If you agree with our proposition that council should get behind the major Fairleys’ site development at Hawkins Street now, we advise you to tell your local council candidate.

“You can make this an issue in the coming election. Tell them you want to see the retail hub at Hawkins Street, where so many already visit, where the bus facilitates public transport, where there is room to do it all on one spot,” Mr Morabito said.

SHEPPARTON THE STAR AT MOVIE PREMIERE… Nearly 500 people flocked to Shepparton’s Village Cinema last week for the state premiere of Tim Ferguson’s movie, Spin Out, which was filmed in Shepparton last year. Several of the utes featured in the film were also on show in the Maude Street Mall, including the lead ute, The Admiral. Photo: Emma Hillier.

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Accountant, real estate product manufacturer, YOUNG PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR AWARD… From left, White KingPental production planner – liquids and bleach, Anthony Robinson, AHA Services director, Salvatore Pennisi (Young Professional of the Year Award) and La Trobe University accounting and tax lecturer, Maria Zito.

Photos: Emma Hillier.

CUSTOMER SERVICE AWARD… From left, White KingPental production planner – liquids and bleaches, Anthony Robinson, GAME Traffic & Contracting supervisor, Colin Colger and manager, Warren Ross (Customer Service Award – Trade Services) and Choice Group property investment manager, Vicki Potocnik.

receive a nomination under THE countdown is on for t he You ng P rofe s sion a l who will take out the top awards for the 2016 White o f t h e Ye a r Aw a r d K ing-Pental 95 3SR FM categor y and Your Sold White King - Pental Business Awards, with three Real Estate receptionist, weeks left to nominate.

Rebecca Fuentes take out This week has seen AHA a nomination under the Services director, Salvatore Apprentice/ Trainee of the Pennisi receive a nomination Year Award category. under the Young Professional of the A ll businesses within the Greater Year Award category, GAME Traffic & Shepparton City Council boundary are Contracting take out a nomination under eligible to be nominated for an award with the Customer Service Award – Trade each award category’s individual set of Services category, GV Health Medical criteria available on the website.

Imaging receive a nomination under the Nominations can be made in store at Business Award – Professional Services participating businesses, online at www. category, RAYS Shepparton take out a sheppartonchamber.com.au/awards or via nomination under the Business Award – post by sending a completed nomination Retail Services category, Shepparton form to Business Awards, PO Box 364, Marketplace marketing and business Shepparton 3630. development coordinator, Danielle Tait

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agent, service provider, health provider, dairy retailer and young professional take nominations YOUNG PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR AWARD… From left, White KingPental production planner – liquids and bleaches, Anthony Robinson, Shepparton Marketplace/DEXUS Property Group marketing and business development coordinator, Danielle Tait (Young Professional of the Year Award) and La Trobe University accounting and tax lecturer, Maria Zito.

BUSINESS AWARD… From left, White King-Pental production planner – liquids and bleaches, Anthony Robinson, RAYS Shepparton assistant manager, Judi Drane and team member, Mylene Sheppard (Business Award – Retail Services) and 3SR FM media sales executive, Courtney Walder.

GV HEALTHY WORKPLACE OF THE YEAR AWARD… From left, White King-Pental production planner – liquids and bleaches, Anthony Robinson, Pactum Dairy Group team leader, Julie Grace (GV Healthy Workplace of the Year Award) and GV Health executive director – community and integrated care, Leigh Rhode.

BUSINESS AWARD… From left, White-King-Pental production planner – liquids and bleaches, Anthony Robinson, GV Health Medical Imaging customer service officer, Tonia Lucarelli and office supervisor, Lisa Hooper (Business Award – Professional Services) and WIN TV sales manager, Lucas Coad.

APPRENTICE/TRAINEE OF THE YEAR AWARD… From left, White KingPental production planner – liquids and bleaches, Anthony Robinson, Your Sold Real Estate receptionist, Rebecca Fuentes (Apprentice/Trainee of the Year Award) and GOTAFE manager of hairdressing and beauty, Kate Storer.

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EVENTS / NEWS

COMMUNITY CONNECT For more information on how to register for your Community Connect listing contact The Adviser via email at classifieds@sheppartonadviser.com.au Please note listings are to be 55 words or less.

UPCOMING JUST DINNER will run on Saturday, September 10. A social evening for singles and couples aged 45 to 70. All are most welcome to come along, meet others and enjoy dinner. For further information, phone Marg on 5825 1114 or Val on 0427 217 018 for venue and time.

SHEPPARTON SAFER COMMUNITIES NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH MEETING will be held on Tuesday, September 13 from 7pm at Shepparton Senior Citizens rooms, Welsford Street, Shepparton. All residents of Shepparton are welcome.

CWL BLUMES FASHION MORNING will be held at St Brendan’s Parish Centre (behind the church), 121 Knight Street, Shepparton on Monday, September 19 from 10am. Everyone welcome. $5 entry. For further information, phone 5822 0545.

THE SOUTH SHEPPARTON COMMUNITY CENTRE INC. annual general meeting will be held on Thursday, September 29 from 7pm at 11 Service Street, Shepparton. The meeting will consist of receipt of reports and accounts, election of new committee of management and the considering of any other business. For further information, phone 5821 6172.

SHEPPARTON SUNSET CWA meets on the second Monday of each month at the Shepparton RSL, Wyndham Street, Shepparton at 7pm. New members are welcome. For further information, please phone Maree Agius on 0408 150 266.

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

Look to the skies and watch for magpies GREATER Shepparton City Council is advising residents to be on alert for swooping magpies when out and about over the next couple of months.

Magpies breed between August and October and can swoop if they feel threatened.

Greater Shepparton City Council Director Sustainable Development, Johann Rajaratnam said, “As magpies are native birds, council cannot stop them swooping or remove them from certain areas.

“Swooping can occur any time of the year, however it is increased in spring when the birds are protecting their nests.

“We encourage people to be on alert and aware of the areas that magpies reside in, where swooping may occur,” Mr Rajaratnam said.

Tips to avoid being swooped • Know your local swooping hotspots - Keep informed about parks, schoolyards and bike trails in your local area by reading your local newspapers, viewing Victoria’s ‘Magpie Map’ on http://www.delwp.vic. gov.au/environment-and-wildlife/wildlife/ swooping-birds?remap=delwp.vic.gov.au/ swoop or contacting your local council.

• Avoid the area - The best way to protect yourself from a swooping bird is to avoid venturing into their territory.

• Move quickly - If you must pass through the area – move quickly – do not run.

• Cover your head - Wear a hat or carry a stick or umbrella above your head. Cyclists should dismount and walk through the area.

• Eyes at the back of your head - Birds may be less likely to swoop if they think you are watching them. Draw a pair of ‘eyes’ and attach to the back of hats and helmets.

• Do not harass wildlife - Don’t interfere with or throw stones at birds. This gives them added reason to see humans as a threat and may increase swooping behaviour.

• Do not destroy nests - This may prompt birds to rebuild their nests, prolonging the swooping behaviour.

• Don’t feed swooping birds.

• Travel in a group - If possible, try to travel in a group in areas where there are swooping birds.

• Notify others - Put up warning signs for others who may not be aware that there are swooping birds in the area.

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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.

THE MALL Dear Editor, Glad to see that some sense is being shown

by The Shepparton Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the article in The Adviser regarding opening of the mall to slow moving traffic.

As it was pointed out in the article, “Many people including our city councillors seem to have forgotten that it was the businesses and the landlords who paid for the mall in the first place.”

The traders and the chamber have spoken out in favour of the reopening the mall.

This must happen if this retail precinct is to survive, but as usual there are those in council who will again ignore their concerns as it doesn’t agree with their agenda and will keep wasting ratepayers money on the dying mall.

I also have a chuckle each time I see the council’s new advertising on the TV showing the mall in the background with the comment “and a growing retail centre.” Seems a last ditch effort to justify wasting ratepayers money.

It is time for the council to listen to the traders and the chamber and take the action to open up the mall.

Yours sincerely, Stephen Templeman Shepparton

THE WAY FORWARD? Dear Editor, Shepparton is facing, with many other regional cities, the emergence of multiple shopping satellites. They are the by-product of a growing, spreading city and usually an indication of the bright future of the city

they surround. These shopping centres, with their spacious free parking and easy access attract businesses from outside areas as well as provide for consumers in their local demographic. Along with this, however, is the fact that they pull a large amount of business from the local Central Business District (CBD).

It is in my opinion that most visitors and potential new business operators judge a location primarily on the vibrancy of its CBD, then surrounding infrastructure plus the ability/inability of its council. Whilst our CBD is moving along quite well, I would not, at the moment, consider it close to vibrant; a situation a proactive council must address.

The recent Vaughan Street upgrade is a credit to council, along with the retail sector which cooperated to turn a tired looking precinct into an active, busy area that is a pleasure in which to shop.

Surely with the Vaughan Street success still fresh, now is the time to strike. It must have crossed the minds of council that an upgrade of Maude Street is the next logical step. A complete facelift of Fryers Street to link-up with Vaughan Street is required. Opening the Maude Street Mall and returning it to its former shopping strip status must surely be part of an upgrade of this nature. More parking and movement in the CBD has to be a big plus for our city.

Yours sincerely, Leo Pye Shepparton Want to have your say?

Email your letters to the Editor to editorial@sheppartonadviser.com.au.

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Last days to book for wine show dinner THE wine has been poured, the glasses empty, official judging complete and now the fun begins! Winning wines of the Dookie Wine Show will be served during a five– course awards dinner on Tuesday, September 13 at the McIntosh Centre, Shepparton from

6:30pm, where the official Wine of Show will be announced.

Be there for the unveiling of the 2016 Wine of Show at the Dookie Wine Show Dinner.

Tickets are $90 per person and bookings are essential. Call GOTAFE on 1300 468 233.

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MARY A VALUE… From left, Doutta Galla Harmony Village general manager – operations and service development, Robyn Simpson and independent living units manager of 19 years, Mary Pell.

Photo: Emma Hillier.

Harmony Village’s heart of gold IF you have had the pleasure of meeting Mary Pell at Shepparton’s Harmony Village Doutta Galla Aged Care Services, you will know how exuberant and full of life she is. A woman who, when she first started in aged care 35 years ago, had very little to do with elderly people, except of course her contact with her Irish and Italian grandparents.

Mary was brought up to always respect her elders and that alone put her in good stead with working in the aged care industry, which she says, “very quickly turned to love.” She recalls her loving husband, Max and their children being so supportive and it wasn’t rare that they opened their home to anyone in need of a sympathetic ear.

From all of her experience, Mary has learnt that today’s elderly’s needs are still very much the same as the needs when they were young; food, personal care, love, comfort, company, respect … in fact most of all, respect.

She also learnt about the value of

volunteers and what a huge difference they could make to the lifestyle of lonely old people.

At 70 years of age, Mary speaks about her ‘calling’ in life “I have loved every minute of it.”

As the Harmony Village independent living unit manager at Doutta Galla,’ in the last few years, she has labelled her time with the residents and team as “amazing.”

“Mary has given so much back to the community, and as a result of a fantastic amount of teamwork, she is loved by all.

She has brought people together and stuck by them through thick and thin. She is a real asset to Shepparton and a wonderful example of a woman with a heart of gold,” says chief executive officer Doutta Galla Aged Services, Vanda Iaconese.

To have the chance to meet Mary, or see what Shepparton’s Harmony Village can do for you, drop in and say hello at 20 Zurcas Lane, Shepparton or phone the friendly staff on 5831 7921.

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New make-up products and free gift with purchase

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DON’T MISS OUT… From left, John Anderson Pharmacy beauty consultants, Angela and Carly and Clinique counter manager and beauty consultant, Teresa with the free Clinique gift that comes with a purchase this month. Photo: Emma Hillier.

THE Clinique range continues to develop and introduce new products, and several exciting products have recently hit the stands at John Anderson Pharmacy.

In particular, there is the new hydroblur moisturiser that blurs imperfections and improves the skin texture and appearance.

John Anderson Pharmacy Clinique counter manager, Teresa Pulvirenti said, “There is also a highly versatile SPF30 mineral powder, which can be applied over any foundation as you’re about to venture out into the sun.

“And the latest ‘lip pops’ with inbuilt primer, now include beautiful matte colours that will ensure that your lipstick stays on all day.

“Clinique’s products are safe. They’re all dermatologically and allergy tested, fragrance free and not tested on animals,” Teresa said.

This month Clinique is offering a free gift with purchase for any product purchased over $60, but you’ll need to be quick, as this offer is only available until Sunday, September 11 or while stocks last.

After spending 23 years as a beauty therapist, Teresa says she’s worked with numerous brands, but has never found a product range that is better value for money than Clinique.

John Anderson Pharmacy, located at 310312 Wyndham Street, Shepparton is open from 9am to 5:30pm Monday to Thursday, 9am to 6pm Fridays and 9am to 1pm Saturdays. To enquire about the Clinique range, contact John Anderson Pharmacy on 5821 2596.

Is a portion of the $1M yours?

RESIDENTS in Greater Shepparton from Mooroopna to Dookie are unaware they are sitting on an unexpected windfall of unclaimed money, with over $1.05M waiting to be claimed.

The region’s single biggest entitlement of over $7,800 is waiting to be claimed by a Shepparton resident, followed by $5,600 for a Tatura couple and almost $4,000 for a Congupna man.

The State Revenue Office holds records of money that remain unclaimed after 12 months. This includes share dividends, salaries and wages, rents and bonds, debentures and interest and proceeds from sales.

The latest figures show that in the City of Greater Shepparton this equalled 16,295 individual entitlements for suburbs including Orrvale ($1661.23), Congupna ($12,390.24), Murchison ($8948.88), K ia l la ($ 47, 629. 63) a nd L em nos ($4573.53).

Shepparton leads with $693,455.70 (10,133 entitlements), followed by Mooroopna ($116,526.40 for 2,385 entitlements) and Tatura ($70,715.54 for 1,095 entitlements).

Treasurer, Tim Pallas said, “I encourage all Shepparton residents, businesses and community groups to visit the State Revenue Office online database and search for any amount recorded under their name.

“You just need to type your name and if we’re holding unclaimed money for you, you’ll know within seconds. If you find an unexpected windfall, just follow the prompts to start the recovery process.”

To search for your unclaimed money, visit sro.vic.gov.au/unclaimedmoney

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Providing Aussies New chair to steer committee into future with assistance DIGGING DEEP… From left, Aussie Helpers founders, Nerida and Brian Egan are digging deep to lend a hand to struggling Aussie farmers. Photo: Supplied.

AFTER five long terribly dry years helping hundreds of farming families survive the crippling drought in Queensland and NSW, rural charity Aussie Helpers turned its efforts to assist dairy farmers in Victoria and Tasmania.

Aussie Helpers Volunteers have been on the scene since late May 2016 and have been on the ground ever since assisting hundreds of dairy farmers with practicable assistance such as to date over 1,500 round bales of excellent quality hay delivered to the farm gate free of charge, vouchers for local supermarkets to buy groceries, fuel and many other tangible goods as well as

offering a free counselling service provided by qualified professional psychologists.

Aussie Helpers founder, Brian Egan said, “The bill to Aussie Helpers has exceeded more than $400,000 and is climbing. “The charity has asked the Federal Government and the Victorian Government to assist with our work but unfortunately there has been no interest from governments which is shameful however Aussie Helpers will not give up and continue to support dairy farmers.”

For further information, contact Aussie Helpers on 1300 665 232 or visit www. aussiehelpers.org.au

AFTER being at the helm since the conception of Committee for Greater Shepparton, David McKenzie has stepped down as chair, handing over to current deputy chair, Rob Priestly.

While David will stay on the board of the committee, his stepping down is due to being selected to chair the new Goulburn Regional Partnership, as well as chair the statewide Regional Development Advisory Committee.

David said, “Minister for Regional Development, Jaala Pulford has established nine regional partnerships around Victoria, which are designed to provide strategic advice on government policy, service delivery and budget priorities across social, economic and environmental domains.

“Whilst this new appointment is a great opportunity for me to continue my passion for improved regional outcomes, it also unfortunately means that I will not be able to continue to devote the time needed to play the role of chair of the Committee for Greater Shepparton.

“I take great comfort in the current leadership of the committee. CEO, Sam Birrell is doing brilliant work in strategic advocacy and relationship building for the region, and together with Rob Priestly as chair, I am very confident that they will form a dynamic duo, and bring a new wave of fresh energy and ideas to the work of the committee.

PRIESTLY TAKES CHAIR ROLE… From left, Committee for Greater Shepparton CEO, Sam Birrell and new chair, Rob Priestly. Photo: Emma Hillier.

“The other members of the board are experienced and committed and new executive assistant, Deanne Armstrong is a great asset.”

Rob Priestly said, “On behalf of the board, members and the community I want to thank David for the outstanding role he has played in the committee’s establishment and operation. He has shown a selfless dedication to the betterment of our community.

“I am excited to work with Sam, Deanne, our board and members to build on the great work of the Committee for Greater Shepparton so far.”

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All roads lead to Euroa Show & Shine

IT’S TIME TO SHINE… From left, Euroa residents, Garry with his 1950 ES2 Norton, Peter with his 1954 FJ Holden and Rob with his 1954 Model 18 Norton, which are just a small example of the cars and bikes that will be on show at the 2016 Shannon’s Australia National Show & Shine at Euroa.

Photo: Emma Hillier.

MORE than 10,000 people are expected to converge on Euroa for the 2016 Shannon’s Australia National Show & Shine at Euroa next month.

The vintage, veteran, classic and special interest car and bike show will show off more than 1,500 vehicles and 450 motorcycles on Sunday, October 2 from 8am to 3pm at Clifton Street in Euroa.

The event’s picnic atmosphere provides a family-fun day out with amazing displays of unique and exceptional cars, historic

motorbikes, trucks, tractors and motors and with plenty of trade stalls, food and entertainment for the kids, it is a day not to be missed.

As part of the display, local Euroa residents Garry, Peter and Rob will be bringing along their own pride and joy, a 1950 ES2 Norton, 1954 FJ Holden and 1954 Model 18 Norton respectively, so be sure to drop down and say g’day.

For further information, visit www. australiannationalshowandshine.com.au

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FUN STARTS NOW… From left, Greater Shepparton City Council Active Living Project Support, Jenna Neville, Deputy Mayor, Cr Fern Summer, Healthy Communities Officer, Carmen Nicholson, Team Leader-Healthy Communities, Belinda Conna, Activities in the Park Assistants, Mim Cuthbert and Jino Kolapran and Councillor, Dennis Patterson. Photo: Emma Hillier.

Get out and about and enjoy a range of activities GREATER Shepparton City Council is encouraging the community to get out and about and be active between September 2016 and April 2017, through the launch of the 2016/17 Activities in the Park program last week.

This year’s program offers more than 370 free and low cost activities across Greater Shepparton. With some activities i nclud i ng st a rga zi ng, k ite ma k i ng, traditional Indigenous games, stand up paddle boarding, parkour, group fitness, circus skills, social spin, messy play, local food workshop series, canoeing, barefoot bowls and movie nights at outdoor pools.

The program also features healthy lifestyle sessions providing practical skills on how to improve or maintain your health.

At the launch, Greater Shepparton City

Council Deputy Mayor, Cr Fern Summer said, “Council’s Activities in the Park program provides an opportunity for Greater Shepparton residents and visitors to participate in a number of free and low cost activities, encouraging people to be outdoors and get active.

“Greater Shepparton has a number of well-established parks, pools and outdoor spaces available to enjoy for recreation and social purposes. The Activities in the Park program is a great way to enjoy these parks, meet new people and learn something new.”

For more i n formation, dow n load the free Get Mooving app, follow ‘Get M o ov i n g G r e at e r S h e pp a r to n’ o n Facebook or visit getmoovingshepparton. com.au

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Want to own your slice of tranquillity?

MONICHINO WINES PRESENTS

Carlo’s Tribute DINNER

WHAT A BEAUTY… The serenity at 20 Grinters Road, Nathalia could be yours, with the 57 acre property going under the hammer next month. Photo: Supplied.

PIC T U R E this. You are surrounded by luscious countryside, enjoying the tranquillity by the banks of the Broken River in Oxbow Park, Nathalia. You won’t have to imagine it for long because this could be something you are living.

Featuring 57 acres of creek frontage country divided into seven paddocks, with 52.2ML of high security water, a fully developed flood irrigation system, 10 acres of established lucerne, a barbeque area and shed, enclosed garage area, manicured gardens, a lockable shearing/machinery or workshop shed, bore water at the house as well as sheep yards, cattle yards, a chook house and cool room, this is a must see property that is going to auction soon.

Ray White Rural Southern Riverina rural property specialist, Jason Haines said, “This beautiful property also features a three bedroom, fully renovated home that

is extremely well maintained and a very comfortable place to put your feet up and relax. It has a wood fire, two bathrooms, a dining room, barbeque area and plenty of room to entertain.

“This rural retreat is ideally located only two and half hours from Melbourne, an easy 30 minute drive from Shepparton, 40 minute drive from Echuca and Cobram and only 20 minutes before you can relax by the banks of the mighty Murray River.

“It is the perfect place to keep all to your self, or share with others by developing a ‘B&B/farmstay’ destination.”

If not sold prior, Ray White Rural will be holding an auction on Saturday, October 8, 2016 at 1pm at the property, 20 Grinters Road, Nathalia, Victoria, 3638.

For further information on this slice of tranquillity, contact Jason Haines on 0488 594 450.

Hosted by THE MONICHINO FAMILY

Sat 17 Sep 2016 Doors Open 7.00pm Barrel Room | 3 Courses | Drinks at bar prices | Entertainment provided

Tickets $100 inc GST

Berrys Road, Katunga | T: 03 5864 6452 E: functions@monichino.com.au www.monichino.com.au

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A CLASSIC… Local Euroa resident, Garry MacDonald with his 1950 ES2 Norton.

Photos: Emma Hillier.

There’s nothing like a Norton

By David Lee LOCA L Euroa resident, Garry MacDonald’s passion for building classic motorbike race engines began at just 14 years of age, when he got his first Norton Model 18.

Having just finished a 12 month build of a 1950 ES2 Norton, which will be on show at the Euroa Show and Shine, Garry’s main interest is in building race engines, which he has completed between 50 and 60 of over the years.

“My 1950 ES2 Norton is 500cc, a bore x stroke of 79 x 100 and cruises along quite happily at about 100km/h. It has a 4 speed gear box and is very comfortable to ride.

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“In their day, the motorbikes were the chosen mode of transport. The cost of a car was around 800 pounds and the bikes were 100 pound, so people bought bikes until they could afford a car.

“By the time I was 18-19 I had gone through 25 bikes and bought an old one to do up. I used to push the first bike I owned around until dad and I learned how to fix it, and that’s how I learned.

“I’ve worked on many bikes but I think Nortons are the best. You’ve never ridden a motorcycle until you’ve ridden a British single.

“I’m currently working on a 1930 Norton Model 18, which was my father’s bike.”

NEWS

Country’s best cutting action to hit Tatura IT’S that time of year again; the National Cutting Horse Association’s annual Shadow Trailers Australia, Victorian Futurity is set to kick off at Tatura Park from September 14 to 18.

In its 15th year, the event promises to bring the country’s best cutting action to the heart of Victoria and has already drawn a lot of interest from competitors, with an anticipated 250 competitors expected from all over the country, as well as international entrants.

This year’s Victorian Futurity will feature all aged events including the Futurity, Derby and Classic Challenge, Pink Cutting, the

famous Open and Open Non Pro - for a real showdown, with only the best of the best performing.

The five-day event will also feature industry traders - for all of your equine and rural needs and food catering will also be available on-site.

Bring the family down and enjoy free entry on Wednesday, September 14 and Thursday, September 15, Friday to Sunday adults pay just $10 with children just $5 per day.

Tickets are available at the gate, Tatura Park Racecourse, 157-161 Ross Street, Tatura.

FIVE DAYS OF FUTURITY FUN… The National Cutting Horse Association’s annual Shadow Trailers Australia, Victorian Futurity is coming to Tatura over five big days.

Photo: Supplied.

Immersive piece takes prestigious ceramics award ARTISTS WIN… Jack Anselmi and Cynthia Hardie (Gallery Kaiela), Midden, 2016 buff raku, porcelain, ceramic grog, Goulburn river (Kaiela) terracotta, Red River Gum leaves and grasses, campfire charcoal, bark 250cm x 150cm x 65cm approx. irreg. 2016 Indigenous Ceramic Art Award recipient, Shepparton Art Museum courtesy and © the artists.

Photo: Diana Springs.

GALLERY Kaiela artists, Jack Anselmi and Cynthia Hardie, Yorta Yorta (VIC), have taken the prestigious title of the 2016 Indigenous Ceramic Art Award (ICAA) and the $20,000 acquisitive prize, for their immersive installation, ‘Midden.’

The winning work was selected for its ambition, extension of the artist’s practice, the way it extends the medium of ceramic and importantly for the cultural story it presents. Yorta Yorta a r t ist s , Jack A nsel m i a nd Cy nt h ia Hardie’s piece reveals the different ways that ceramics can be manipulated and extended. The layering of history and content is exposed through a range of ceramic forms including buff raku and ceramic grog, delicate and intricate porcelain bones and shells and rough ha nd- shaped ba l ls made f rom clay

collected from the Kaiela (Goulburn) river banks.

Judges, Koorie Heritage Trust Inc CEO, Tom Mosby, Melbourne Museum senior curator south eastern Australian collections, Kimberley Moulton and Shepparton Art Museum director, Dr Rebecca Coates said, “The 2016 ICAA showcased an outstanding calibre of entrants reflecting the sophistication of Indigenous ceramic art practice around the nation. This made judging difficult, requiring a very considered approach.

“The more you look and reflect on the winning work, the more it reveals. It is a statement and testament of knowledge and connection to country that weaves the past into the present, gathering communities, families and culture, and leaving a legacy for the future.”

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SEPTEMBER DEMENTIA AWARENESS MONTH 2016

Dementia?

You are not alone WITH more than 1,000 residents across Shepparton suffering through Dementia, it is important to let those who are suffering know that they are not alone. This is the message being spread this month through Dementia Awareness Month.

An Alzheimer’s Australia Victoria spokesperson said, “We aim to give Australians a better understanding of what it is like for a person to live with dementia. The month also highlights the importance of accessing services and information early to empower and enable everybody impacted by dementia, including carers.

“Alzheimer’s Australia Victoria is presenting a number of events and activities across Victoria, and we invite you to get involved.”

For further information, phone the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500 or visit https://vic.fightdementia.org.au/vic/ dementia-awareness-month-2016

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A BETTER UNDERSTANDING… This month is Dementia Awareness Month, which aims to give Australians a better understanding of what it is like for a person to live with dementia. Photo: Supplied.

Events happening in region Introduction to Dementia Monday, September 5 Library talk - Family information session. Speaker Simone Hoffman.

Cost: NA Where: Kyabram Library and Community Hub, 19 Lake Road, Kyabram Time: 1pm to 3pm Register by calling: (03)5852 3382

Carnival time - A celebration of active living and open minds Thursday, September 22 Violet Town Bush Nursing Centre - invite family, friends and community to an afternoon of music and dance that embodies a celebration of the 2016 Olympic games in Rio. Cost: FREE Where: Violet Town Bush Nursing Centre, 46 Cowslip Street, Violet Town Time: 1pm to 4pm Register by calling: (03)5798 1324

Afternoon tea dance Thursday, September 29 Join us for an afternoon tea and live music by ‘The Splinters’.

Put on your dancing shoes! All welcome.

Cost: $5 Where: Benalla Town Hall, Nunn Street, Benalla Time: 2pm to 4pm Register online: http://dementiaawareness@alzheimers.org.au/ or by calling: (03)5449 2781

NEWS

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Notre Dame’s $7.5M upgrade

Works start on new science centre

SCHOOL’S SPECTACULAR UPGRADE… Artist impressions of the new, state-of-the-art $7.5M science centre to be built at Notre Dame College in INTERNAL RENDER - JENNINGS COLLABORATIVE ZONE EXTERNAL RENDER - NORTH WEST VIEW NOTRE DAME COLLEGE SCIENCE CENTRE BALDASSO CORTESE Shepparton. Images: Supplied.

BALDASSO CORTESE

NOTRE Dame College finance manager, David Smyth said, “The new building will support the Pastoral Care philosophy of Notre Dame College by providing eight general learning areas on the ground floor which will accommodate our Year 7 and Year 8 Jennings and Mungovan Houses, along with Head of House offices, staff workrooms, meeting spaces, collaborative zones, outdoor learning areas, a tiered seating gathering area and toilets.

“This building will also consolidate three separate science locations into one specialist science precinct. It will eliminate the need to either replicate or transport equipment and chemicals across three locations.

“The first floor will consist of eight laboratories, including specialist science labs for chemistry, physics and biology.

“There will also be a central science preparation area, a staff work room, tutorial room and collaborative learning zones.

“The science faculty are extremely excited about upgrading our science facilities. It will ensure we have a better science education for our students/school.

“It will be a well-serviced and practical area for teaching and learning of science.

“In the new science facility we aim to provide modern facilities, more flexible learning spaces, attractive, well equipped l a b o r at o r i e s t h at s up p o r t s t u d e n t engagement and learning throughout science and energy efficient classrooms.

“We will be able to involve students in high-quality practical work, which is a vital part of the student’s science experience, and with the new facilities, we will be able to accommodate this.

“It will give us increased flexibility in our

teaching and learning spaces.

“This building will provide us with freedom of movement and space when conducting practical activities. It will also enable us to use a wider variety of technology including student-centered learning and enquiry based approach to activities.

“In the past two years, we completed a master planning process whereby five projects were identified. These five projects were prioritised in order to replace a number of extremely out-dated areas of the college with modern facilities that support 21st century learning. The master plan aims to support our Pastoral Care model by creating buildings that accommodate physically connected houses with their sister houses, as well as creating specialist learning precincts for technology, science, visual arts and performing arts.

“The master plan also aims to de-clutter the Knight Street campus, which will improve pedestrian traffic flow and create increased passive and active outdoor recreation spaces for our students. As we work through further stages of the master plan, we will be able to remove additional buildings in order to de-clutter the site further, increase outdoor communal spaces and create a stronger relationship between both sides of Knight Street and St Brendan’s Church.

“We are ready to tender and would hope to have a builder appointed during October with the view of the builder commencing in November.

“Given the size of the project, during construction there are a number of hurdles that need to be overcome. There will be

NOTRE DAME COLLEGE SCIENCE CENTRE

students and staff in Year 7 and Year 8 Mungovan and Jennings Houses, along with learning enrichment and junior music that will have next year in temporary classrooms. We will also have significantly less recreation space for our junior students until the project is completed which also presents challenges.

“The college is very excited about continuing to work through the identified projects from our master plan. This project will be a fantastic asset for Notre Dame College for many years to come. It will provide facilities that will enhance student engagement and aspiration and will provide our teachers with a facility to deliver a 21st century learning experience for our students.”

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NEWS

Nature gives lower Goulburn River a helping hand THE annual early spring environmental flow along the lower Goulburn River will not go ahead this year because of recent high natural river flows.

Goulburn Broken Catchment Management Authority (CMA) CEO, Chris Norman said, “For the past five years we’ve delivered higher flows along the Goulburn River below Goulburn Weir in spring, once it starts warming up, to help re-establish bankstabilising vegetation that declined after years of drought followed by major floods in 2010 and 2011.

“We’ve had to deliver this extra – environmental – water in previous years to the lower Goulburn River as it had been relatively

dry and Goulburn River winter flows upstream of Goulburn Weir were diverted and stored at Waranga Basin to meet irrigator and other water users’ demand. After a very dry year, fortunately nature has given the lower Goulburn River a helping hand, mainly through run-off and inflows from the Broken River and the Sevens, Castle and Pranjip creeks following heavy rain during July and August.”

These inflows saw the Goulburn River peak at 9.4m at Shepparton, below the minor flood level of 9.5m on August 4.

“In addition to boosting soil moisture and providing a good environment for in-stream and river bank plants, the higher flows are

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also good for fish, birds and other animals, as well as the water bugs that are an important source of food for native fish and platypus,” Mr Norman said.

Without significant rain, river levels are expected to stay around current levels (about

3m at Shepparton) for the rest of the month, due to water being released from Goulburn Weir now that Waranga Basin is close to capacity, as well as from run-off and inflows from tributaries.

DRAINAGE DEBACLE… Shepparton Access business manager, Mark Brodie is concerned about a drainage issue out the front of the Shepparton Access building on Wyndham Street, which is causing flooding during rain events and making it difficult and dangerous for Shepparton Access service users and their families during pick up and drop off.

Photo: David Lee.

Flooding issue a real ‘drainer’ continued from front page DURING rain events, water up to 20cm high floods the disabled parking space in front of the Shepparton Access building, causing families and those accessing the service to be forced to drive onto the footpath to avoid the rising water and ensure the safety of those who they are picking up or dropping off.

On numerous occasions, both Greater Shepparton City Council and VicRoads have been contacted in order to address and find a solution to the problem, without success.

Shepparton Access CEO, Wendy Shanks said, “During late summer and autumn rain events, I received numerous complaints from families of people with disabilities and from the general public regarding the difficulties of using the disabled parking space outside our building.

“During the peak water periods, vehicles were forced to drive onto the footpath to allow passengers to enter and exit vehicles safely.

“On many occasions the water filled the parking space and overflowed onto the footpath, and during the storms, the water could become 20cm or so deep.

“I have made numerous contacts with both the Greater Shepparton City Council and VicRoads, and have forwarded a variety

of photos of people experiencing difficulty accessing the parking space.

“I was informed that the drains on Wyndham Street had been flushed and the parking space would not experience flooding in the future.

“The following week, the parking space was again flooded and the water took a couple of hours to flow through the drainage system.

“During the storm event on Tuesday last week, the parking space again flooded and spilled onto the footpath. Again people experienced the inconvenience of a flooded parking space and needed to drive onto the footpath to escape the water and to ensure the personal safety of people with disabilities wishing to access the community.”

VicRoads North Eastern operations manager, Steve McCallum said, “The build up of water appears to be associated with a range of issues including a tree lifting the kerb which appears to impede water flow.

“We have inspected the site and will liaise with Greater Shepparton City Council to provide our findings. Certainly there is some crossover in responsibility, but by working collaboratively we hope we can get this issue resolved and alleviate the current situation when it rains, which in turn will assist Shepparton Access.”

NEWS

Anderson appointed new GMW chair EXPER IENCED executive and water industry board member, Joanne Anderson will become the new chair of Goulburn Murray Water (GMW), succeeding longserving board member, Sarah Scales.

Ms Scales, who was appointed GMW’s director in May 2011 and chair in September 2014, has chosen to step down from her position given her various board commitments and to avoid a potential conflict of interest with her new role in the private sector.

The change comes as GMW moves to appoint a new managing director and drive the reset of the ‘connections project.’

GMW’s new chair, Joanne Anderson has been involved in beef cattle and horticulture over several decades. She was a director of North East Water from 2006 to 2010 and chair from 2010-2013.

Ms Anderson was later appointed to the board of Western Water in October 2015 and has also served as CEO of the Rural City of Wangaratta and shire secretary in the Shire of Euroa.

Minister for Water, Lisa Neville said, “I thank Sarah for her work with GMW and helping to reset the ‘connections project,’ which is a legacy project for the region. I wish her well in her future endeavours.

“I welcome Joanne to the position of

COLOURFUL FUNDRAISER… Guthrie Street Primary School students wore blue last week in support of international charity, WaterAid, helping to raise $240 for the cause. Photo: Supplied.

Students go blue for WaterAid RIGHT FOR THE JOB… Goulburn Murray Water new chair, Joanne Anderson who is taking the role from long-serving board member, Sarah Scales. Photo: Supplied.

chair and I’m confident she has the experience and skills to oversee the appointment of the new GMW chief executive, and ensure the connections reset is successful.”

GRADE 5/6 students from Guthrie Street Primary School have worn ‘blue to support the loo’ last week, helping to raise over $240 for international charity, WaterAid. The group of students jumped on board Goulburn Valley Water’s (GVW) fundraising campaign, which aims to raise $5,000 to provide some of the poorest Cambodian communities with access to clean water, sanitation and hygiene for a brighter future.

Since April, a team at GVW have been working towards a solution to improve sanitation for those living on the Tonle Sap Lake in Cambodia.

GVW education officer, Kristy Elrington

said currently households living on the lake practice open defecation.

“The lake is where children spend much of their time playing and families use the water for washing, cooking and cleaning.

The lack of toilets in households and schools causes illness and disease.

“Wearing blue for the day was a way for the students to express their appreciation for how fortunate we are in Australia to be able to use a toilet.

“It was a fantastic effort by the students who also visited the Shepparton Water Treatment Plant to learn more about water in our region.”

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Spring has sprung at Wear Repair NOW that spring is here you might find some old or new favourite articles of clothing that need some adjusting to help you look your best.

Let Wear Repair help you get your wardrobe in shape for all occasions. Wear Repair’s experienced and friendly staff will be happy to help you achieve the perfect fit.

Suits, shirts, dresses, skirts and pants are all tailored to suit the individual. If

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LOOK YOUR BEST THIS SPRING… Wear Repair owner, Wendy Crow. Photo: Emma Hillier.

your clothing needs repairing or a zip needs replacing, then the team at Wear Repair can help.

You’ll find Wear Repair at 92 Fryers Street, and is open from 8:30am to 5:30pm Monday to Friday and 9am to 12 noon on Saturday. For further details, phone 5831 4651.

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SPORT

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School sports back in session for teachers

TEACHERS CONVERGE ON SHEPPARTON… The 2016 Teacher’s Games will be held between Sunday, September 18 and Wednesday, September 21 in Shepparton, with more than 2,000 teachers taking part in a range of events. Photo: David Lee.

AN estimated economic boost of $2.2M is expected to flow through the region this month, when more than 2,000 teachers converge on Shepparton for the 2016 Teachers’ Games.

The games are open to all current and retired employees of Department of Education and Training, all staff from catholic and independent schools in the state of Victoria.

Held between Sunday, September 18 and Wednesday, September 21 the event will see teachers compete in over 40 sports and activities with the addition of spikeball, handball, indoor rowing, water polo bumper ball, duathlon, cycling hot lap and sprint team relays.

Greater Shepparton Mayor Dinny Adem said the 2016 event builds on the success of the 2015 Teachers’ Games.

“The event complements other major events to be held in our region this year including Shepparton Challenge Triathlon, AFL Female National Diversity Championships and the Australian International Football Championships.

“This will be a great opportunity for our region to profile our outstanding facilities and for local clubs and associations to be involved to raise funds and build their capacity to host significant major events.”

School Sport Victoria CEO, Jude Maguire said the event is designed to be an opportunity for teachers to relax, learn and network in a fun and enjoyable environment.

“This year’s theme of ‘Communicate-Celebrate-Educate’ adds a new dimension to the games with the opportunity for staff to participate in professional development and team building activities as well as sporting and social events.

“We plan to increase the variety of competitions available in 2016 with our Sunday sporting spectacular at the Shepparton Showgrounds. Competitors will be vying for the title of Victoria’s Most Athletic Teacher by contesting rowing, sprinting and cycling events and accruing the most points.

“There will be a huge carnival atmosphere on Sunday and the showgrounds will be a thriving hub of activity and excitement.”

TRADITIONAL INDIGENOUS GAMES… From left, (front) Jawun Secondee, Paul Dort and Academy of Sport, Health and Education (ASHE) student services and traditional game organiser, Jamie Atkinson with (back) ASHE students preparing for the annual ASHEFest to be held this month.

Photo: Madeleine Caccianiga.

Students ready for ASHEFest

ASHEFEST is back and ready for all local schools to join in the excitement of two major school events, ASHletics and the Buroinjin Challenge, over two big days.

Held at Rumbalara Football Netball Club, ASHEFest kicks off on Thursday, September 8 with 300 plus Indigenous primary school students participating in a range of exciting activities and entertainment starting at 9:15am and concluding at 2:30pm.

The highlight on Friday, September 9 will be the Buroinjin Challenge with 20 teams of secondary school students competing across two championships levels, junior (year 8 and 9) and senior (year 10 and above). Buroinjin is an energetic mixed gender ball game hailing from South-East Queensland’s Kabi Kabi people.

A representative from Academy of Sport, Health and Education (ASHE) said, “ASHE students have been busy organising ASHFest as part of their studies.

“They are looking forward to having many schools from the Greater Shepparton region joining them in this exciting event to celebrate Aboriginal youth, sport and culture.

“The event is proudly sponsored this year by the Rumbalara Aboriginal Cooperative and the University of Melbourne Department of Rural Health Shepparton.”

Students encouraged to live happier and healthier THROUGHOUT October, primary school students will be encouraged to live happier and healthier lives by getting involved in Walk to School month.

Greater Shepparton City Council will work with local primary schools to encourage families to get involved in the program and activities.

Greater Shepparton City Council Director Community, Kaye Thomson said, “VicHealth’s Walk to School month highlights the benefits of walking for children, such as improving fitness, friendships and their confidence. It’s free, easy and a fun way for children to get active.

“Greater Shepparton City Council is delighted to be part of this important initiative and will coordinate local Walk to School activities during October, including running competitions for participating schools and holding healthy morning teas at local primary schools.

“We want to encourage more kids to walk, scoot or ride in Greater Shepparton, to promote healthy habits and support children in achieving the recommended 60 minutes of physical activity daily, to help them live healthy and happy lives,” Mrs Thomson said.

All participating schools will receive student certificates to celebrate their students’ achievements, and will be running for a series of prizes provided by VicHealth.

Throughout October, schools and parents are encouraged to help children record their walks using classroom calendars or the Walk to School website.

VicHealth CEO, Jerril Rechter said, “Last year’s Walk to School campaign saw a record number of students and schools participate, and this year VicHealth hoped to see even more children walking, riding and scooting to school.

“Last year more than 108,000 children from 620 schools

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across Victoria took part in Walk to School and collectively walked more than 1.2 million kilometres, the equivalent of walking almost 32 times around the world.

“Sadly, one in four children are overweight or obese.

VicHealth’s Walk to School initiative is a fun, free way to get kids active and promote healthy habits they can utilise for the rest of their lives.

“Walking, riding or scooting to school during the month of October is also a great way to spend quality time with your children. If walking the whole way to school isn’t feasible, parking a few blocks away and walking the rest of the way is still a great way to get involved,” Ms Rechter said.

Schools within Greater Shepparton can contact the Greater Shepparton City Council on (03) 5832 9700 to find out more about the local Walk to School activities, or visit www.walktoschool.vic.gov.au

Football Adviser

Goulburn Valley Football Netball League

Wednesday 7th September, 2016

GVFL Seniors Results Elimination Finals Shepparton (60) ..........def .................Seymour (54) Benalla (131) ..................def ...... Shepp Swans (39) Kyabram (75) ................def ..............Rochester (50)

GVFL & GVNL Semi Finals Saturday, September 10 Rochester ........................v ................... Shepparton Sunday, September 11 Kyabram ..........................v ............................. Benalla

GVFL Seniors 2016 Ladder Kyabram ......................................................72 Rochester.....................................................60 Benalla .........................................................50 Shepparton..................................................40 Seymour.......................................................36 Shepparton Swans......................................36 Echuca .........................................................32 Euroa .............................................................32 Mansfield ......................................................28 Tatura ............................................................26 Shepparton United .....................................20 Mooroopna....................................................0

GVNL A Grade Results Elimination Finals Euroa (45) ........................def ................... Echuca (38) Shepparton (57) ..........def ....................Benalla (38)

GVNL A Grade 2016 Ladder Kyabram ......................................................64 Seymour.......................................................60 Euroa ............................................................52 Shepparton..................................................50 Benalla .........................................................48 Echuca .........................................................48 Shepparton Swans......................................38 Mooroopna..................................................28 Rochester .....................................................24 Shepparton United .....................................16 Mansfield ........................................................4 Tatura ..............................................................0

with Matthew Chilcott

Bushrangers to tackle TAC CUP Preliminary Finals THE Murray Bushrangers (15.13.103) have secured a place in the 2016 TAC CUP Preliminary Final following a strong ‘come from behind’ victory over premiership favourite, the Dandenong Stingrays (12.6.78). The Bushrangers’ trailed by as much as four goals during the second term before regrouping to finish the half with a six point lead.

The third term was an arm wrestle with both sides willing themselves to the contest in what proved to be a great finals atmosphere. The Bushrangers’ overcame a three point time deficit to pile on six goals in a dominant last quarter with Wodonga’s Trent McMullan (five goals) and Albury’s Lachlan Tiziani (four goals) capitalising on a dominant midfield with TAC CUP team of year duo, James Cousins (seven goals) and Will Brodie (10 goals) combining for 17 clearances to ensure first use of the ball.

It was one of the best performances of the year for the region’s best young talents with Harry Morrison (Benalla), Louis Pinnuck (Strathmerton) and Daulton Langlands (North Albury) providing plenty of run, skill and defensive pressure across the half back line. Ryan Garthwaite (Corowa-Rutherglen) took it upon himself to curtail the rampant Josh Battle (six goals), in a superb display Garthwaite won a number of crucial one on ones in the last 40 minutes, providing great rebound and surety for his teammates.

Coach, Leon Higgins was happy with his backline general.

“Battle was in complete control of the contest during the third term and it was Garthy who said enough is enough and took it upon himself to play some great 1v1 footy,” Higgins said.

Forwards Tiziani and McMullan who both returned form injury proved why they are so valuable to the forward half

Adviser Footy Tipsters

MATT CHILCOTT (84) Rochester Kyabram

DINNY ADEM (73) Shepparton Kyabram

HAYDEN BEST (79) Rochester Kyabram

DAVID FOX (84) Shepparton Benalla

JACQUI HUDGSON (86) Rochester Kyabram

KYLE POWER (80) Rochester Kyabram

SUZANNA SHEED (84) Rochester Kyabram

JOHN RYAN (80) Rochester Kyabram

DARRYL TWITT (73) Shepparton Kyabram

PHANTOM (26) Shepparton Benalla

EYE ON THE FINALS… The Murray Bushrangers have beaten the Dandenong Stingrays by 25 points, securing them a place in the 2016 TAC CUP Preliminary Final. Photo: Supplied.

combining for nine goals in a dual match winning performance.

“The forward line functions really well when Trent and Tiziani are leading hard and providing space for each other, their ability to win contests and hit the scoreboard was invaluable in a high pressure contest,” Higgins said.

Small forwards, Charlie Spargo (Albury) and Nick Richards (Wangaratta) worked hard all day providing forward pressure and scoring opportunities whilst Jye Lane (Corowa-Rutherglen) was able to hit the scoreboard with two crucial goals.

Ruckman, Esava Ratugolea (Cobram) provided great drive through the middle of the ground providing first use of the ball to Cousins and Brodie. Albury’s Fletcher Carroll played with energy across the ground whilst Jake Page (Albury) won important contests before displaying his elite running power to gather 29 disposals.

The Bushrangers’ will enjoy the weekend off before taking on either Oakleigh Chargers or North Ballarat Rebels in the TAC CUP preliminary final on Saturday, September 17 at Ikon Park.

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