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Special Wyndham Early Learning Grand Opening Wrap-Around

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 21, 2016

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Grand Opening

FEATURE

AN INVITING ENVIRONMENT… From left (back), Wyndham Early Learning outdoor environment coordinator, Judy McIntyre, early childhood teacher, Skye Kerr, business owner, Chris Brewer, centre manager, Emily Thorp and food technician, Liarna Rosevear. (Front), educational leader, Tina Kennedy, business owner, Kathy Beer and health and nutrition coordinator, Sarah Freer.

Photo: Emma Hillier.

Vibrant new early learning centre’s grand opening Wyndham Early Learning taking enrolments now

WYNDHAM Early Learning (WEL) is a bustle of activity as last minute preparations are made to open their doors to children and families.

WEL is a 120 place child care centre catering to children from birth to school age between the hours of 6am to 6pm,

Monday to Friday. As the building takes its first breaths, qualified staff are eager to further support this beautiful play setting with routines and procedures that maintain staff philosophies.

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Grand Opening Feature

Specialist programs for children T HE curriculum at Wyndham Early Learning (WEL) is play based and in line with the Early Years Learning Framework and current theories of learning. As well as offering individual learning programs, WEL will also offer specialist programs across all the age groups including Environment & Sustainability, Children’s Health & Wellbeing, Dance, Movement & Music, Literacy & Numeracy and IT Education with the use of interactive whiteboards and iPads.

With a specialised outdoor educator on board, children will not only be encouraged to extend themselves physically, but will learn about their environment including fruit and vegetable growth along with managing a hen house.

Also, within the centre is a purpose built kitchen and dining area for older children to enjoy cooking and food preparation experiences.

WEL business owner, Kathy Beer said, “We already have a number of experienced staff on board who are eagerly awaiting the centre’s opening.

“From an educational leaders and outdoor education coordinator, to health and nutrition coordinator, food and safety coordinator, support staff and educators with a bachelor of education – early childhood, WEL will be able to offer children with a high quality educational experience.

“We a re st i l l i n t he pro cess of employing staff for specialist programs and are currently hoping to attract and IT co-ordinator.”

To talk to Kathy di rec tly about employment opportunities at Wyndham Early Learning, contact her directly on 0 407 779 616 or email her at wyndhamearlylearning3630@gmail.com

Kathy Beer & Chris Brewer Business Owners

Kathy has owned and managed child care centres for over 15 years and has always provided outstanding service to families. Now, together with Chris, they will continue this exceptional service and provide an amazing workplace for their educators. Kathy will play a very hands-on role in the running of the centre, while behind the scenes Chris will maintain the centre and will continue his full time role as a City of Greater Shepparton works officer.

Sarah Freer

Skye Kerr

As a mum of three, Sarah has a keen interest in children’s health and nutrition, studying early nutrition, from birth to adolescence while on maternity leave. Sarah will bring this knowledge to our curriculum working across the centre with all age groups.

Skye has amazingly completed her Bachelor in Early Childhood Teaching during periods of maternity leave.

She now has three young children of her own and is excited to deliver an imaginative and highly educational kindergarten program for 2017.

Health and Nutrition Coordinator

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Kindergarten Teacher

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Emily Thorp

Liarna Rosevear

Emily has worked on and off with Kathy for 12 years.

During this time, Emily has gathered a deep knowledge and understanding of the industry, from management roles in various centres. She now brings this knowledge to Wyndham Early Learning centre and will ensure all of the centre’s family’s needs are met with the highest quality of education and care for their children.

Liarna joins the team after extensive training in the food industry. She will be developing healthy, diverse menus for the children, while catering to dietary requirements will be responsible for all food safety requirements.

A mum herself, Liarna understands the importance that nutrition plays in the children’s development.

Centre Manager

Tina Kennedy Educational Leader

Emily had the pleasure of working with Tina in the past and even then, Tina was years ahead of the industry in terms of quality of care and the educational programs she delivered to the children. Tina temporarily left the industry to have two beautiful children of her own. Tina will now bring that passion and attention to detail to the centre in her role as educational leader. She will guide and mentor all educators to provide this same standard of care.

Food Technician

Judy McIntyre

Outdoor Education Coordinator Judy loves everything outdoors and as a grandmother, loves sharing these experiences with children. Judy will bring her passion to the centre, working with all age groups across the centre. With the support of all centre staff, she will teach children gardening, growing fruit and vegetables, animal care, sustainability and caring for our planet.

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Grand Opening Feature

Enrol now to give your child the best start in life BEING sure that your child gets the best start in life is perhaps a parent’s main objective and one of the most important ways of ensuring they do, is to give them the chance at the best education.

With the end of the year fast approaching,

there is no better time to lock in your child’s kindergarten education for 2017, or organise their long day care and occasional care for the rest of 2016. Shepparton’s newest early childhood education centre, Wyndham Early Learning (WEL), is just weeks away from opening, so why not give their friendly staff a call to save a space for your child now.

WEL business owner, Kathy Beer said, “We have 120 spaces available in the centre and in the coming weeks we will be running an enrolment program.

“Parents will get the chance to see what we have to offer for themselves when we open for inspection from Monday, September 26 between 10:30am to 5pm.

We will then be open each weekday for inspection.

“We will also be offering a special 10

percent discount on fees for the first six months for enrolments made with a friend during September and October.

“Parents should take full advantage of this special offer to ensure they don’t miss out on securing their child’s spot at our wonderful centre.”

Wyndham Early Learning can be found at 617 Wyndham Street, Shepparton. For enrolment details, call and leave a voice message on 0407 779 616, text or email wyndhamearlylearning3630@gmail.com SAVE IF YOU ENROL NOW… Wyndham Early Learning business owner, Kathy Beer is inviting parents to contact her to enrol their children into care for the rest of the year, or to get in early to ensure a space for the 2017 Kindergarten year. Photo: Emma Hillier.

The benefits of quality childcare HOW would one define ‘quality childcare?’

Quality childcare is welcoming, nurturing and provides a range of age and stage appropriate activities in an environment that fosters learning.

A s a f e a nd nu r t u r i n g c h i ld c a r e environment can provide an immensely powerful start for young children and support for families. The notion of good, quality care and education cannot be separated. Young children learn through play and learn best when they are encouraged to explore within the parameters of a safe environment.

Wyndham Early Learning business owner, Kathy Beer said, “Children need to feel safe and supported. They need to feel that they are cared for and to have their individual needs supported, whether that be their need for a cuddle, a sleep or to make their mark with lots of paint.”

Parents and families as a whole, benefit when they have quality care support in place so that they can leave their children while

FOSTERING LEARNING… From left, Lucas, 2, Jorja, 9 months, Wyndham Early Learning early childhood educator, Skye Kerr and centre manager, Emily Thorp.

Photo: Emma Hillier.

they attend to other commitments. Parents sometimes experience a sense of guilt when leaving children in care, but quality childcare is a real advantage to families. Knowing that children are well cared for and are in a safe and stimulating environment offers parents reassurance and allows them increased opportunities to work, attend appointments or to have time to themselves.

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Another advantage to parents is that they will be supported in caring for their child.

Having qualified carers’ advice on hand to help with children’s development is a wonderful support. Also, within the childcare setting, children experience social interaction as they play alongside other children, forming bonds and friendships that will often take them into the future.

INSIDE:

■ Entries closing for literary prize | page 3 ■ Free 7 Day TV Guide | page 18 ■ Adviser Classifieds | pages 19-21 ■ Sport Adviser | page 22 ALL SET FOR BUSINESS AWARDS DINNER

Latest nominees

DODGE’S BLACK BEAUTY

INTERIM CEO FOR GV HEALTH

If It’s Got Wheels

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Councillor election race is on

WILL THE FAVOURITES COME OUT ON TOP Football Adviser with Matthew Chilcott PAGE 23

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 21, 2016

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Wine by Sam takes Wine of Show

THE race for the nine seats available as a councillor on Greater Shepparton City Council has begun. Over the coming weeks, The Adviser will be offering each candidate the opportunity to answer four questions on some of the hot topics in the community at the moment, to give the people of Greater Shepparton the chance to get to know their prospective councillors.

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WINNING WINE ANNOUNCED… Winner of the Wine of the Show at the Dookie Wine Show 2016, Sam and Bronnie Plunkett from Wine By Sam, who came out on top with their Victorian Shiraz 2015. Photo: Emma Hillier.

Dookie Wine Show Dinner pays tribute to ‘First people’ A FEELING of a connection to country flowed through the McIntosh Centre last week, as 186 people took in the tastes, sights and delights of the 2016 Dookie Wine Show Dinner.

From the table centrepieces to the decorations, right down to the five course gastronomic Dreamtime menu featuring traditional ingredients such as possum, kangaroo and emu and paired with local

wines competing in the competition, the night’s theme was evident. But it was the announcement of 2016 Wine of Show that everyone was anticipating.

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NEWS

A healthy gold star win for Campbell’s ZERO LOST TIME… From left, Campbell’s Soup manufacturing coordinator, Darren Kelly, site coordinator and return to work coordinator, Heather Holmes, canning manufacturing manager, Shane Lowe and Soft Tissue Centre managing director, Dr James Murray.

Photo: Supplied.

CAMPBELL’S Soup Australia’s Lemnos factory has won the first Soft Tissue Centre (STC) Gold Star Award for employee health and wellness, with the company having zero lost time injuries for each of the past three years.

Soft Tissue Centre founder and managing director, Dr James Murray said, “The Campbell’s Soup Australia site at Lemnos, in the Goulburn Valley region, had zero lost time injuries for each of the past three years (no productive work time lost due to injury), and just one reported injury for each of the past two years.

“Our approach is the sports model, keeping everyone on the field for the duration of the game. Campbell’s Soup Australia is certainly doing that. This is an outstanding result and proof that it can be achieved.

“There can be health, wellness and productivity in the workplace. It is achievable. Commercial success does not have to come at the expense of employee health. In fact, employee health and wellness are the key to success.”

Shepparton TODAY Cloudy. Very high (90%) chance of rain, most likely in the morning and afternoon.

High 15º

Low 10º

Sunrise: 6:09am Sunset: 6:14pm

Thursday H 16º L 8º

Friday H 18º L 6º

Saturday H 18º L 7º

80% chance of 1-6mm

Shepparton Rainfall Water Level Lake Eildon Waranga Basin

Sunday H 14º L 8º

% Full 62.69 94.45

Monday H 15º L 5º

70% chance of 1-6mm

54.4mm this month Current Vol (ML) 2,090,318 408,359

Tuesday H 16º L 6º

90% chance of 5-10mm

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Dr Alexander appointed GV Health interim CEO AFTER the departure of former GV Health CEO, Dale Fraser on July 1 this year, GV Health has just announced Dr Max Alexander to be its interim CEO. Dr Alexander will be taking on the leadership role for the next few months, while the hospital continues the recruitment process for the permanent position.

Dr Alexander (MBBS, MBA, FRACMA, GAICD, FRACGP) was chief executive of the Southern NSW Local Health District for the last five years and has a strong record for delivering exceptional financial, clinical, operational and employee performance.

He is medically trained and has extensive experience working in senior positions for a range of healthcare organisations, including Western Health, Barwon Health, ACT Health and Bayside Health (Alfred).

GV Health Board chair, Peter Ryan said, “We welcome Dr Alexander to the interim role. His experience and expertise will be invaluable and complement our already strong executive team while the recruitment process takes place.

“H e is pas sion ate about le ad i ng organisations to achieve high performance

TAKING ON LEADERSHIP ROLE… GV Health has appointed Dr Max Alexander as the interim CEO. Photo: Emma Hillier.

and a st rong cult u re - working in partnership with staff and the community.

“T he b oa rd a nd I a l so w i sh to ac k nowle d ge t he sig n i f i c a nt work undertaken by Fiona Brew over the last three months in her role as interim CEO. We are very grateful for the outstanding

job Fiona has done, leading the team in the interim period and maintaining high quality service delivery. Fiona is returning to her very important role as executive director innovation and performance and chief nurse and midwifery officer at GV Health – a key position in our executive team.”

Entries coming to a close for prestigious literary prize ENTRIES for the 2016 Joseph Furphy Commemorative Literary Prize writing competition are coming to a close on October 14, and local writers are being encouraged to get their entries in before they miss out.

Now in its 24th year, the literary prize was inaugurated in 1993 to commemorate 150 years since the birth of Joseph Furphy.

Under the pen name of Tom Collins, Joseph Furphy wrote a number of books and articles. His best known work is Such is Life. The Furphy Foundry Pty Ltd generously donates the prize money for this annual writing competition.

Poetry entries may be on any subject, and in any style, and will be judged in two sections. The youth section is for entrants up to 18 years of age and carries a prize of $75 for a poem of up to 30 lines. The open

section carries a prize of $150 for a poem of up to 40 lines.

Entries for the short story competition will be judged in three sections.

The junior section caters for entrants up to 12 years of age and carries a prize of $50 for a story of up to 2,000 words.

The youth section, for entrants 13 to 18 years of age, carries a prize of $100 for a story of up to 3,000 words. The open section carries a prize of $300 for a short story with a maximum word limit of 3,500 words.

Entry forms are available from all branches of Goulburn Valley Libraries, or may be downloaded from w w w. gvlibraries.com.au For further information, contact the event organiser, Jan Sutton on 1300 374 765.

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Nominations closing this week on WITH nominations for the 2016 White King-Pental 95 3SR FM Business Awards closing this week, be sure you get in early to secure your ticket for the annual gala dinner night next month, where the prestigious awards will come to a spectacular end for 2016.

This week, Cardamone Real Estate received a nomination under the Best Marketing/Advertising Campaign Award category, Wanganui Park Secondary College IT technician, Cody Healey took out a nomination under the Apprentice/ Trainee of the Year Award category, John Morrow Refrigeration received a nomination under the Customer Service Award – Trade Services category, Corbetts Chartered Accountants & Advisors took out a nomination under the Business Award – Professional Services category, Black Crown Tattoo received a nomination under the Best New Business Award – Under Two Years category, Poolwerx took out a nomination under the Customer Service Award – Retail Services category, Fusion Tinting received a nomination under the Best New Business Award – Under Two Years category, Greater Shepparton City Council economic development officer, Rohan Sali took out a nomination under the Young Professional of the Year Award category, Barbeques Galore Shepparton received a nomination under the Business Award – Retail Services category and Australian Hearing manager, Paige Madgwick received a nomination under the Young Professional of the Year Award category.

The 2016 White King-Pental 95 3SR FM Business Awards will culminate with its 21st annual gala presentation dinner on Friday, October 21 at the Eastbank Centre, where winners from each category will be announced and the illustrious hall of fame winner will be named. Doors open at 6:30pm.

Tickets for the dinner must be purchased before 5pm on Wednesday, October 19 through the Riverlinks Box Office at 90 Welsford Street, Shepparton, by phoning 5832 9511 or visiting www.riverlinksvenues.com.au

BEST MARKETING/ADVERTISING CAMPAIGN AWARD… From left, White King-Pental maintenance manager, Eric Smart, Cardamone Real Estate director, Peter Cardamone (Best Marketing/Advertising Campaign Award) and Shepparton Show Me marketing coordinator, Mat Innes-Irons. Photos: Emma Hillier.

APPRENTICE/TRAINEE OF THE YEAR AWARD… From left, White King-Pental maintenance manager, Eric Smart, Wanganui Park Secondary College IT technician, Cody Healey (Apprentice/Trainee of the Year Award) and GOTAFE trade consultant for hair and beauty, Wendi Bourke.

CUSTOMER SERVICE AWARD… From left, White King-Pental maintenance manager, Eric Smart, Poolwerx retail manager, Wendy Kennedy (Customer Service Award – Retail Services) and Shepparton Chamber of Commerce and Industry board member, Mathew Beqir.

BEST NEW BUSINESS AWARD… From left, White KingPental maintenance manager, Eric Smart, Fusion Tinting office manager, Kim Turner and owner, Tyson Hodge (Best New Business Award – Under Two Years) and Greater Shepparton Business Centre business development officer, Tricia Martinek.

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lead up to anticipated gala dinner

CUSTOMER SERVICE AWARD… From left, White King-Pental maintenance manager, Eric Smart, John Morrow Refrigeration sales engineer, Clint Cochrane (Customer Service Award – Trade Services) and Choice Group operations coordinator, Lauren Dwyer.

BUSINESS AWARD… From left, White King-Pental maintenance manager, Eric Smart, Corbetts Chartered Accountants & Advisors director, Frank Papallo (Business Award – Professional Services) and WIN TV advertising executive, Dearne Treacy.

BEST NEW BUSINESS AWARD… From left, White KingPental maintenance manager, Eric Smart, Black Crown Tattoo tattoo artist, Kie Markey (Best New Business Award – Under Two Years) and Greater Shepparton Business Centre business development officer, Tricia Martinek.

YOUNG PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR AWARD… From left, White King-Pental maintenance manager, Eric Smart, Greater Shepparton City Council economic development officer, Rohan Sali (Young Professional of the Year Award) and La Trobe University lecturer, Maria Zito.

BUSINESS AWARD… From left, White King-Pental maintenance manager, Eric Smart, Barbeques Galore Shepparton proprietor, Jason Bathman and sales consultant, Tim Forster (Business Award – Retail Services) and 95 3SR FM media sales executive, Livia Hughes.

YOUNG PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR AWARD… From left, maintenance manager, Eric Smart, Australian Hearing manager, Paige Madgwick (Young Professional of the Year Award) and La Trobe University lecturer, Maria Zito.

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EVENTS

“Best new business” in just two months OUTSTANDING TRANSFORMATIONS… From left, Vinden Landscaping business partners, Evan Viney and Rod Densworth. Photo: Emma Hillier.

WE only get one life and in that life, it’s hoped that you love what it is you spend most of your time doing. Driven by creative expression, a love of the outdoors and the sheer joy of developing and creating b e aut i f u l t ra n sfor m at ion s , V i nden Landscaping was born.

Still in its infancy having started in July this year, Vinden Landscaping has already achieved a nomination for “Best New Business Award – Under Two Years” from the 2016 White King-Pental 95 3SR FM Business Awards.

Business partners, Rod Densworth and Evan Viney bounce ideas off each other and draw from one another’s area of expertise.

Rod said, “I’m the gardener and Evan’s the landscaper and we work really well together with each of us bringing ideas to the table.

“I n our work we aim to achieve outstanding results that not only manage to meet the client’s brief, but results that proudly leave our creative stamp.”

Currently, Rod and Evan are enjoying working on the outdoor play area at Wyndham Early Learning Centre childcare centre and are eager to continue to build their business.

For landscape and gardening queries, contact Evan on 0448 512 811 and Rod on 0418 342 261.

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Krueger’s gives back after birth of baby Felix GIVING BACK… From left, Krueger’s Fine Meats and Smallgoods co-owners, Martin and Emma Krueger who have just welcomed little Felix into the world, standing with GV Health Foundation director, Carmel Johnson. Leading up to Felix’s birth, Martin and Emma held an in-store competition where customers made a donation of $5 to guess the sex of the baby, with all donations going to the GV Health Children’s Ward. Photo: Emma Hillier.

IT’S one of the happiest moments in life when you welcome a new bundle of joy into the family, and having just welcomed baby Felix into the world, Krueger’s Fine Meats and Smallgoods co-owners, Emma and Martin Krueger decided they wanted to do something special to give back.

On the weeks leading up to the birth, the new parents were still unaware of the sex of their baby, and decided to start a competition in-store for customers to guess whether it would be a boy or girl, but to do so they had to make a $5 donation, with all proceeds collected to go to the GV Health Children’s Ward.

Emma and Martin said, “As part of the donation, everyone who was correct in the sex of the baby were offered a $5 discount on their next order. Many said they didn’t want the discount and were just happy to make a donation. We helped raise $560 and 52 people guessed correctly. We are so thankful to our customers for being so generous.

“We decided to donate the money to the

GV Health Children’s Ward because it’s a local organisation and we’re all about supporting locals, and of course it made sense to donate it to benefit children.”

And, in keeping in the spirit of the birth of a child, Emma and Martin are reminding customers to start thinking about Christmas, and get in early with orders to avoid disappointment when sharing the wonderful holiday with family and friends.

Emma and Martin said, “Now is the time to start getting prepared for your Christmas lunches and dinners and we have the best quality meats and smallgoods you will need to make it an unforgettable meal.

“With Christmas coming up fast, get in early to guarantee your best quality Christmas meats and beat the last minute Christmas rush.”

To start preparing your family filled, unforgettable Christmas meals now, visit Krueger’s Fine Meats and Smallgoods today at 22 Colliver Road, Shepparton or phone 5821 5414.

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Choosing preference votes KNOW YOUR CANDIDATES… Better Local Government Association president, Gordon Hamilton is inviting candidates for the Greater Shepparton City Council councillor elections to attend the Council Candidate Forum to be held this Thursday.

Photo: Emma Hillier.

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CA M PA IGN I NG is under way for the Greater Shepparton City Council elections and the Better Local Government Association (BLGA) is eager to encourage people to attend their forum.

Candidates for Greater Shepparton City Council’s councillor elections will be attending the BLGA’s ‘Council Candidate Forum’ to share their vision for Greater Shepparton and to learn more about their potential team members.

BLGA president, Gordon Hamilton said, “Preferences will play a huge part in these elections and this meeting will be an excellent opportunity for candidates to share their thoughts and to network among peers.

“Preferences close on September 23 and this meeting will be a great opportunity for candidates to decide who they’d like to preference and who they’d like to be preferenced by.”

The Council Candidate Forum will be held Thursday, September 22 from 7:30pm at the GV Hotel, High Street, Shepparton.

For further details contact Gordon directly on 0427 353 265.

Soil testing carried out to prepare for new SAM project OVER the coming two weeks, ground condition testing will be carried out at Victoria Park Lake’s Con Palling Reserve, which will form part of the Shepparton Art Museum Architectural Competition stage two design brief.

Subsurface geotechnical investigations are to be undertaken within the area to determine the physical characteristics of the subsoil.

The site works will comprise borehole drilling below the subsurface and soil testing. Boreholes will be undertaken consecutively by a mobile drilling rig and take approximately one to two days each.

Greater Shepparton City Council Ac ting M anager Projec ts, Darren Buchanan said, “This information will enable competition entrants to develop their design concepts with as much information as possible about the soil types in the lakeside area.

“To ensure the safety of park users, each borehole site will be established and enclosed by temporary site fencing for the duration of the activity. On completion of the works, each of the boreholes will be suitably and safely backfilled.

“The surrounding trees will not be impacted by the works.

“We aim to keep all facilities, including the barbeque and toilets, open for use but there may be some temporary inconvenience in the area. We ask that the community comply with all signage and instructions from the site manager during the works,” Mr Buchanan said.

If any member of the public has questions, contact project engineer, Saleem Shaikh on 5832 9700.

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The all purpose builder

SERVICING THE GOULBURN VALLEY… From left, Landmark Harcourts Land and Water personal assistant, Lauren McCabe, water broker, Simon Weatherald, rural sales consultant, Kynan Onions and real estate agent/water broker, Michael Downie. Photo: Emma Hillier.

YOUR BUILDING LINK… From left, Link Building Systems project manager, Brett MacKay, technical consultant, Geoff Maynard and project managers, Andrew George and Cameron Wood. Photo: Emma Hillier.

NEED your house restumped or underpinned?

Looking for that all purpose builder that will ensure quality and service? Go no further than Link Building Systems.

Registered in both the commercial and domestic areas of building across Victoria and NSW, Link Building Systems complete a variety of building works including new homes and renovations, but their specialty is in amending issues that arise with structural movement such as underpinning and restumping.

Link Building Systems project manager, Andy George said, “Restumping occurs when you have stumps under your house that fail.

Tell tale signs are jamming doorways and cracks will start to appear in your plaster.

“Underpinning takes place when a concrete

footing fails and starts to sink. Brick homes can be affected by moving foundations, which will cause cracks in brickwork and plaster, with doors also jamming.

“It is important to ensure that you get these issues repaired, and repaired correctly, as they can have a major impact on the structural integrity of your home.

“We offer obligation free quotes on all forms of building works servicing regional Victoria and southern NSW meaning there really is no reason you shouldn’t touch base with us today.”

Link Building Systems pride themselves in being clean, friendly and reliable with quality being a number one priority for clients. So, call us to organise an on-site inspection on 5821 4516 or visit www.linkbuildingsystems.com.au

Win $5,000 toward a holiday!

WHERE would you go if you had $5,000 to spend on a holiday of your choice? It’s a pretty fantastic amount of money and is up for grabs to one lucky customer who lists their property with Landmark Harcourts Land & Water (L H L&W) bet ween September 1 and November 30, 2016.

Specialising in rural real estate and water broking, LHL&W are based in Shepparton servicing clients throughout the greater Goulburn Valley.

Real estate agent and water broker, Michael Downie said, “We don’t just sell rural properties, we assist both residential clients and farmers with all of their assets including conducting clearing sales and trading of their water entitlements, which they own. Our team has recently expanded and we’re happy to have Simon Weatherald now assisting Lauren McCabe and myself

with water trading. We also welcome Kynan Onions as a new member to our real estate sales team.

“Established in 1846, we’re really proud to be a part of Landmark which is one of the largest agribusinesses in Australia. With the combination of Landmark and Harcourts, our clients gain exceptional exposure locally, nationally and internationally. Our company has excellent networking capabilities and widely uses multimedia to help spread the word gaining sales far and wide.”

If you have any interest in listing your property residential or rural, now’s a great time to get in to the draw to win $5,000 toward a holiday of your choice. Drop in to Landmark Harcourts Land & Water at 295 Benalla Road, Shepparton, call them on 5833 0221 or have a look at their website at www.landandwater.net.au

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Wine by Sam takes Wine of Show continued from front page WITH 92 entries this year, it was Wine by Sam who came out on top with their Victorian Shiraz 2015.

Made from fruit grown in the Strathbogie Ranges and them made in Seymour, Wine by Sam’s winning Shiraz was well received by those who attended the dinner.

Dookie Wine Show chairman, Paul Phillips said, “Being a 2015 wine, the Wine by Sam Shiraz is a young, vibrant, fresh fruited red and has plenty of potential in the bottle for years to come.

“This wine goes through a slightly different process to be made. The winemakers used some whole bunches of grapes in the fermentation process, so it gives the wine more depth of colour and softens out the tannins on the back palate.

“It’s the first I’ve heard of the method used to make this wine being done in central Victoria.

“This year’s theme was great. There was a lot of culture and the decorations and table settings set the theme perfectly. It really made you feel as though you were in the bush.

“10 years ago, 80 percent of entries were red, but something we noticed this year is that we were closer to 50/50.

“Overall, the white wine classes are increasing in numbers and also, wine judge, Simon Killeen has noted over the last four years he has been involved with the show, the quality of white wines has risen.

“Traditionally in this area, we have been known for Shiraz and somewhat Cabernet, but white wines are starting to come into their own in the area and consumers are taking note of that, which is very encouraging.”

GOTAFE have been involved with the Dookie Wine Show for the past 12 years, and utilise the event to provide learning outcomes for students who are studying hospitality, tourism, events and cookery.

GOTAFE events trainer, Claire Taylor said, “In developing the concept for this year’s Dookie Wine Show, our students wanted to afford some real change and have acknowledged the winemakers’ connection to country and how it is shared with those of the Yorta Yorta nation in our own community.

“This year we acknowledged, explored and celebrated our ‘First people.’ We sought assistance from local Indigenous partners including artist, Ross A. Morgan, Corey Walker from Academy of Sport Health and Education and Merle Miller from Yorta Yorta Nation, to bring together an event that accurately and respectfully showcased the world’s oldest living culture.

“The event also explored the story of Biami the Creator Spirit, who formed the river Dungala, also known as the Murray River.”

DINNER A SENSATION… From left (standing), Bronnie and Sam Plunkett from Wine by Sam, Dookie Wine Show chairman, Paul Phillips, Anne Watkins from Melrose Wines, The Adviser managing director, Geoff Adams, Trent and Rachael Eacott from MoFro Wines and St Annes Wines, GOTAFE Hospitality head, Ross Graham. (Kneeling), Lindsay Brown from Fowles Wine, Cyril Ciavarella from Ciavarella Wines and Troy Jones from Fowles Wines.

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ACKNOWLEDGING COUNTRY… From left (back), GOTAFE Certificate III in Events students, Ellissa Fredrick, Tahlia Salan, events and tourism trainer, Claire Taylor, Certificate III in Events students Kodi Mustey and hospitality trainer, Kirstie Ash. (Front), Certificate III in Events students, Lexie Morrow and Olivia White.

Photos: Emma Hillier.

NEWS

Far from virtual fun ACTIVITIES GALORE… Fun City IT manager, David Jinks with the new virtual reality game. Photo: Emma Hillier.

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

A breath of fresh air OXBOW literally means - “Piece of land surrounded by tranquil water” and that is exactly what you get at Oxbow Park, which is surrounded by the tranquil water and majestic gums of the Broken River.

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, 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.

The property will be open for inspection on Saturday September 24 from 11am-1pm.

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.

V IRT UAL reality has hit Shepparton and kids and adults alike are loving the experience. Fun City Shepparton is the largest indoor entertainment complex in Victoria boasting many top class attractions. Activities include Haunted House, Formula E Go-Karting, Bungee Run, Balladium Ball Blaster, a huge new Darkzone Laser Tag Arena, a Massive 12m high Rock Climbing wall, Motion Thrill Rides and the latest virtual reality experience on HTC VIVE. Fun City business co-owner, Angie Shaw said, “Our all day pass is available every day of the school holidays from 11am to 5pm.

“For those eight years and over you get two go-kart rides and unlimited use of all our other activities for $55 per person for

Non Members and $49 for Members. If go-karts are not your interest we have the all day pass with just activities for $39 per person. We also have our newly extended playground for the little ones at $5 per child and can be used all day long.”

For birthday celebrations, Fun City has six pre-set children parties available in addition to the ‘Fun City Party’ in which you build your own party, choosing games and activities to suit your family.

The new website www.funcity.com.au has all activities, prices and a customable party plan available. Drop in to Fun City at Riverside Plaza, 8025 Goulburn Valley Highway, Kialla, Next Door to Harvey Norman. Keep an eye out for our school holiday activities by searching for ‘Fun City Shepparton’ on Facebook.

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Councillor election continued from front page

Rod Schubert

Campaign message: To actively connect, engage, listen and learn from ratepayers, whose feedback and input is crucial.

What is your plan of action to give the people of Greater Shepparton the things that they believe are important?

I have personally invited ratepayers to phone me directly with their thoughts and ideas to make Greater Shepparton even greater. The rate money is their money. Ratepayers are actually shareholders in council and therefore must receive a positive return on investment. I will ensure all towns receive their fair share of funding and push for a more ‘can do’ attitude from council.

Bruce Giovanetti Campaign message: Cut t he wa s te a nd c ut t he red tape.

What is your opinion on the Maude Street Mall?

The mall area is a sleeping giant that we should set alive as the vibrant heart of the central business and retail district.

Given the history of the Maude Street Mall, I will seriously and objectively research and examine, in-depth, the pros and cons of the best options available to revitalise not only the mall but the whole CBD. However, it’s not a matter of reinventing the wheel, it’s a matter of cost effectively applying what is proven to work.

Where do you stand with allowing a larger supermarket to be constructed along Numurkah Road?

It is early days. I will wait and consider my point of view if and when rezoning goes ahead. Then, a planning permit will have to be considered by council. I will consider and scrutinise every element to ensure fair, open and honest outcomes in the fairest interests of all parties. However, the North end of Shepparton is growing and we must best facilitate the services that residents and businesses need at

What is your plan of action to give the people of Greater Shepparton the things that they believe are important?

To listen to the ratepayers and determine what they consider as priorities for the new council. Over my 35 years in senior management positions, proper planning is the key to any decision being made. This must be a pre-requisite for any council decisions.

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this end of the city. We must also protect those who have invested in this area.

What is your vision for Greater Shepparton?

For council to be dynamic, proactive, open, transparent and loved and to provide incentives for business, development, growth and opportunity. Best practice business principals will be a part of council’s operations.

Free car parking for shoppers in the CBD is a matter of importance. I would like to see all local roads in good condition, as well as the completion of the GV Bypass and GV Health’s new facilities, including radiotherapy services.

We need improved passenger rail services to Melbourne and inclusion in the high-speed rail service. A thriving Shepparton A rt Museum will capture the interest and engagement of all persons. What we don’t need is more expensive investigations or wasteful use of costly consultants.

The waste of ratepayer’s funds cannot be ignored. Investigations, consultants reports shelved with no action and costly engagement of consultant firms cannot be allowed to continue. This all erodes funds council has available to use for more important services.

After speaking with ratepayers, the amount of red tape involved in planning applications seems to be over the top. Often when one set of conditions are met, more are placed on the applicants, prolonging the process. There must be a way of streamlining this process to make it more efficient.

Council funds are not infinite, but some of the smaller towns in the City of Greater Shepparton feel as though they have been left out. From touring these towns and speaking with locals I can see more work needs to be done. If elected, I will support these towns in ensuring their needs are met.

What is your opinion on the Maude Street Mall?

Action needs to be taken on the future of the mall. In speaking with traders, the mall is dying a slow death. Traders have made numerous suggestions to council over the years on how to solve the mall

issues but little action has been taken.

Consultants have been engaged to provide advice to council on how to re-energise the mall at a significant cost, and those recommendations coincide with the trader’s recommendations. It’s logical that some form of action needs to be taken if the mall is to flourish. How can we attract visitors to Shepparton without a vibrant CBD? Where do you stand with allowing a larger supermarket to be constructed along Numurkah Road?

At this stage I have not investigated council’s reasoning behind the decision to allow another commercial development in North Shepparton. I was of the opinion that Fairley’s IGA had a proposal to increase the number of shops in their precinct. I would need more information prior to taking a stance on this issue. The North of Shepparton may be growing but at what rate? These factors need to be considered.

What is your vision for Greater Shepparton?

A vibrant, effective municipality where families have the required services, jobs and supports to raise their family in one of the best areas in Victoria.

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race is on Ben Ladson

Campaign message: It’s time to put a leash on council spending.

What is your plan of action to give the people of Greater Shepparton the things that they believe are important?

Moving up to nine councillors brings with it more insight and opinions towards decision making in the best interests of Greater Shepparton residents. I want to continue to be a youthful and compassionate set of ears to hear from others that call Greater Shepparton ‘home.’

A position on council would allow me to not just listen, but act on behalf of all residents of Greater Shepparton.

What is your opinion on the Maude Street Mall?

With the business owners in the mall that I’ve spoken with, it is obvious that they want traffic through the mall, which has been the case for quite some time, backed up by the independent consultant’s recommendations on behalf of council. Obviously outlaying around $4M is not something to be taken lightly, which is why I believe the current council hasn’t acted upon it. With that in mind, every decision council makes in regards to the mall effects the landlords, business owners and employees. This is their livelihood.

It’s not only the mall that has vacant shop fronts, not helped by continuous rate rises and other reasons cutting

into profit margins, which is why I am determined to put a leash on council spending with the aim of achieving a rate reduction. Special mention to The Deck, hosted by Shades, for proving that a successful, new business can open in a mall without a road through it.

Where do you stand with allowing a larger supermarket to be constructed along Numurkah Road?

As most of us would remember, Ritchies IGA didn’t survive near Coles, and recently Fishers IGA Mooroopna succumb to the competition of Woolworths and Aldi directly opposite. Customers are aware of the donations IGA stores give back to the local community, yet the stores struggle to remain competitive against other chains when customers are given the choice. Competition is healthy and if council said no to competition, they may as well admit their favouritism towards IGA and declare themselves a non-progressive council.

What is your vision for Greater Shepparton?

My vision for Greater Shepparton is one with happy and healthy residents, with council continuing the great work of growing Greater Shepparton as a sporting hub in regional Victoria. I am passionate about encouraging people to make the most of the services on offer, such as the Activities in the Park program. The Greater Shepparton region desperately needs a drug and alcohol rehabilitation centre, and I would be pushing for a suitable site for ACSO in Greater Shepparton. I have numerous other ideas to help Greater Shepparton prosper if I’m successful with my campaign.

Clean up your act Shepparton THE Environment Protection Authority Victoria (EPA) handed out more than $6.5M in fines to more than 15,000 Victorians during the 2015-16 financial year for discarding litter from their vehicles, with 67 offences being recorded in Greater Shepparton.

Of the 67 offences, 36 were for depositing lit cigarettes, 24 were for unlit cigarettes and seven were for small items of litter, with EPA litter fines ranging from $311 for a small piece of rubbish or unlit cigarette, right up to $622 for a lit cigarette.

About 60 percent of offenders reported were male, with the most common names being Michael, David and John respectively. The top reporters of littering to EPA were also Michael and David, who were joined by Andrew in the top three, while John was fifth.

Drivers of Holden, Toyota and Ford vehicles were identified as the biggest culprits during 2015-16, while more than 75 percent of reports made by the public to EPA were for people discarding cigarettes from their vehicles.

Minister for Energy, Environment and Climate Change, Lily D’Ambrosio said, “It doesn’t matter what your name is, the car you drive or the suburb you live in, we all have a responsibility to keep Victoria beautiful.

“Victoria’s total litter count is 47 percent lower than the national average but we need to stay vigilant to stay a national leader.”

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NEWS

Get in your high quality spring clean NOW’S the time for spring-cleaning and if you’re going to do the job, you need to do

it right. Kärcher products are backed by a two to five year warranty and the brand has earned a great reputation for their service and quality.

Kärcher Center LTS Equipment (KLTS) is a full Kärcher centre with a huge range of Kärcher domestic and commercial products.

K LT S busi ness ma nager, Brenda n Drage said, “Kärcher is the global leader in cleaning equipment. Most people know Kärcher for their pressure cleaners but they actually offer a huge range of products including steam cleaners, vacuum cleaners, wet and dry vacs, carpet cleaners and more.

“On-site at KLTS we have test tanks and stations for our clients to try out the Kärcher Home and Garden products. This way customers can experience Kärchers simplicity, quality and effectiveness for themselves.”

Get in to Kärcher Center LTS Equipment at 72 Mitchell Street, Shepparton to give Kärcher a try.

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SERVICE AND QUALITY… Kärcher Center LTS Equipment sales manager, Brendan Drage. Photo: Emma Hillier.

Your home, your mindset T HE way in which we decorate and arrange a living space is not only a potential form of expression, our home environment can nurture mindsets and attitudes, moods, emotional wellbeing and clarity of thought.

Provincial Home Living, CEO, Jade Kammergruber said, “We believe your home should be a place that evokes pride and passion, as well as a place that invites relaxation and harmony. Provincial Home Living helps you create your sanctuary with homewares and furnishing that is distinguished by it’s reliable quality at an affordable price. We pursue timeless style that transcends any passing fashion or trends from provincial destinations around the globe. Designed in Melbourne, manufactured around the globe, Provincial Home Living will nestle in your heart.”

In just 13 years, Provincial Home Living has grown from one small country store to a large business with 29 stores in four states of Australia and the aspiration to open more superstores – and proudly, still family owned and managed. Inspiration for the evolving range of furniture, accessories and home wares is taken from

EXPRESSION THROUGH DÉCOR… Provincial Home Living can help you express yourself through decorating your living space. Photo: Supplied.

around the world, focusing on enduring classics and timeless, understated elegance to design pieces that transcend oceans and centuries to fit into modern lifestyles.

The pieces are beautiful but not precious, designed to be used and enjoyed daily by the whole family.

Drop in and explore Provincial Home Living’s beautiful creations at 290 Benalla Road, Shepparton.

IF IT’S

GOT WHEELS

PRIDE AND JOY… Local resident, Len Walsh (Dodger) with his 1951 Ford Custom, otherwise known as ‘Black Beauty’.

Photos: Emma Hillier.

Dodger’s

Black Beauty

By David Lee LOCAL resident, Len Welsh’s (Dodger’s) 1951 Ford Custom is a real beauty, in fact it’s a ‘Black Beauty.’

From the grunting rev of the engine to its side valve V8, beautifully designed dash, American sun visor and Ford twin spinner on the bumper, the Custom’ certainly is something to treasure.

Dodger said, “I got her 14 months ago from a women who owned it in Sacramento in America. It had been in her family since it was rolled out of the factory

and they called it Black beauty, so I kept the name.

“This is the second one I have owned.

It’s a really nice looking model and very rare to find in original condition like this.

“The 1951 Ford Custom was the last one made with a side valve V8 before Ford went into releasing cars with an overhead valve in 1955. They only made this type of car for eight months. It was the side valve V8 that really made old Henry Ford.

“It’s the only black one in the Goulburn Valley and she’s my pride and joy.”

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EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE‌ Solar City Caravan Services service man/mechanic, Leo Langdon.

Photo: Emma Hillier.

Preparing for some time away SOLA R City Caravan Services pride themselves on their extensive experience and k nowledge on caravan repairs, maintenance and safety.

Owner, Craig Collins and the team can carry out all facets of maintenance and repairs to your RV and are also authorized service agents for Jayco, Dometic, Thetford

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and many more companies.

When contemplating your next outing, call the team at Solar City Caravan Services for your peace of mind and happy motoring.

Solar City Caravan Services can be found at 25 to 27 Apollo Drive, Shepparton or can be reached on 5831 4712.

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SPORT

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Jacobson scores three out of three SHEPPARTON based motor racing driver, Garry Jacobson has made an outstanding cameo appearance in the Kumho Tyre Australian V8 Touring Car Series held at the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit over two big days.

After setting pole position by more than a second over the entire field, the Dunlop Supercar Series front runner then continued his outstanding maiden Kumho Australian V8 Touring Car Series form with a storming victory of the opening 10 lap race, setting a new lap record on his way to an unchallenged victory in the MW Motorsport prepared McQuinn Electrical FG Falcon.

Jacobson’s victory on Saturday, September 10 ended a nine race winning streak by regular Australian V8 Touring Car Series driver, Taz Douglas. It follows Jacobson’s

double race victories at Phillip Island and overall round win of the Dunlop Supercar Series round held there in mid April.

On Sunday, September 11, Jacobson’s two races saw another two superb victories, making his island visit a clean sweep. Race two on Sunday was faultless from pole to the chequered flag, but the third and final race of the event came with its challenges.

Jacobson spun after running off the road on the second lap at the high speed first turn.

Despite this foray costing him the lead and three track positions, the Dunlop Supercar Series title contender spent the next seven laps (out of 13) working his way back into the lead and going on to score the perfect Kumho Australian V8 Touring Car Series trifecta.

“Competing at this event was a great

A CLEAN SWEEP… Local motor racing driver, Garry Jacobson has come away from the Kumho Tyre Australian V8 Touring Car Series held at the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit with a clean sweep, winning all races. Photo: Supplied.

opportunity to get back into the racing mode again and at a fast and exciting circuit that has been extremely good to me. The varying weather and track conditions of the weekend were ideal preparation for Sandown. It was humbling to be back on the top step of the podium again and to have set new Phillip Island lap records in both the Dunlop Supercar Series and the Kumho Australian

V8 Touring Car Series this year.

“I am more than ready for the Sandown Dunlop Supercar Series round this weekend and can’t wait to get back behind the wheel again. Thanks to McQuinn Electrical for the opportunity and to the team at MW Motorsport for giving me such a great car for my first Australian V8 Touring Car Series race,” Jacobson said.

Total player points and salary cap on target THE AFL Goulburn Murray Commission is pleased with the process in place for the implementation of the salary cap for season 2017.

AFL Victoria released a draft Salary Cap Policy on July 29, with all clubs invited to provide feedback via their region commissions by August 12. The Goulburn Valley Football League (GVFL), Murray Football League (MFL) and Kyabram District Football Netball League (KDFNL) all provided their feedback and information by the due date with the Picola District Football Netball League (PDFNL) not providing a response by the deadline.

AFL Goulburn Murray Region general manager, Martin Gleeson says clubs are keen for the policy to be finalised so they can get on with planning for next year.

“During the feedback process the response from clubs

was mostly positive to the policy with the main areas of contention concerning the enforcement of the cap and a request for more specificity as to inclusions and exclusions,” Martin said.

“We are looking forward to the final policy being released which is expected to occur in the coming weeks.

“As part of this process each of the three leagues has also provided their proposed 2017 salary cap to the commission which has been ratified and submitted to AFL Victoria for approval.

“Once this has been signed off by AFL Victoria we will confirm the cap with each league and then clubs before releasing the details publicly.

“The commission has also received feedback on the total player points system implemented in 2016 with

proposed 2017 points caps provided by the GVFL, MFL and KDFNL. “Those caps have also been confirmed by the commission and provided to AFL Victoria for ratification and then communication back to leagues and clubs.

“This process will occur over the next couple of weeks and all clubs will be notified of their league’s 2017 total player points cap by September 30, in-line with the AFL Victoria Policy.

“Once the points cap has been released clubs will then be provided with a window of opportunity to apply to the AFL Goulburn Murray Community Club Sustainability Program Subcommittee if they believe they should receive an allowance above their league’s cap.”

Bushrangers charge into TAC Cup grand final THE Murray Bushrangers (15.12.102) have charged into the 2016 TAC Cup grand final after a brilliant 44 point victory over the Oakleigh Chargers (8.10.58) during the preliminary final at IKON Park, Carlton on Sunday.

The Bushrangers’ conceded the first goal of the game and from that point, took control of the contest, kicking 12 of the next 14 goals to book a grand final berth against the Sandringham Dragons.

The first term saw Trent McMullan and Nick Richards kick goals after Oakleigh’ kicked the match opener. The quarter time break saw the Bushrangers’ lead by seven points. The pressure the Bushrangers’ were applying across the ground forced errors from the opposition and the pace and run of the Bushrangers’ were a highlight for the large crowd of supporters in attendance.

The second term belonged to the Bushrangers,’ with Todd Marshall superb in his marking efforts. Damon Hemphill kicked a goal following three on the trot from Lachlan Tiziani, which saw the Bushrangers’ bow the lead out to 30 points in 21 minutes of play. The half time scoreboard saw the Bushrangers’ lead out to five goals with superb defence and rebound from Ryan Garthwaite and Daulton Langland’s spring board to the midfield run of Fletcher Carroll, Isaac Wallace, Will Brodie and Ben Paton drive the ball forward with pace.

The third term saw Oakleigh’ open the scoring but Max Lynch in close to his best game, as the Bushrangers’

VICTORY PUTS BUSHRANGERS IN FINAL… After coming out on top against the Oakleigh Chargers at the weekend, the Murray Bushrangers are going up against the Sandringham Dragons at the 2016 TAC Cup grand final this weekend.

Photo: Supplied.

stretched the margin again after superb marking up forward complemented his grunt work in the ruck. The Bushrangers’ extended the lead to 50 points after 16 minutes with contributions from every player in the team.

The lead for the Bushrangers’ at the last change saw them lead by 55 points, with a spot in the grand final within reach.

While Oakleigh’ kicked the first goal of the final term,

the Bushrangers’ were able to counter when Tiziani kicked his fifth goal and then sixth to shut Oakleigh’ out of the contest. Although Oakleigh’ kicked the next four goals, Damon Hemphill added the icing to the preliminary final to see the Bushrangers’ win by 44 points.

The Murray Bushrangers will play Sandringham Dragons in the 2016 TAC Cup grand final this Sunday morning at Etihad Stadium starting at 11:05am.

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Football Adviser

with Matthew Chilcott

Goulburn Valley Football Netball League

Wednesday 21st September, 2016

GVFL Seniors Results Preliminary Finals

Adviser Footy Tipsters

Rochester (68) ........def ............ Benalla (33)

GVFL Grand Final Sunday, September 25 Kyabram ....................v ..................Rochester

GVFL Seniors 2016 Ladder

MATT CHILCOTT (86) Kyabram

DINNY ADEM (74) Kyabram

HAYDEN BEST (81) Kyabram

DAVID FOX (85) Kyabram

JACQUI HUDGSON (89) Kyabram

KYLE POWER (83) Kyabram

SUZANNA SHEED (86) Kyabram

JOHN RYAN (83) Kyabram

DARRYL TWITT (75) Kyabram

PHANTOM (27) Rochester

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 Semi Finals Sunday, September 11 Seymour (56) ...........def ................Euroa (31)

GVNL Grand Final Sunday, September 25 Seymour.....................v ................... Kyabram

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

GVFL GRAND FINAL… Kyabram Bombers are going up against the Rochester Tigers at this year’s Goulburn Valley Football League grand final. Will the Bombers’ be able to redeem their loss to the Benalla Saints during last year’s grand final? Photo: Supplied.

Will the favourites come out on top?

IT’S grand final week and everyone is tipping the raging hot favourite in the Kyabram Bombers. Why wouldn’t you when they have been undefeated all year and have a plethora of country football stars.

Rochester need to only look back two years to find some inspiration in the Shepparton Swans, who took on the previously undefeated Benalla Saints in the 2014 season in a David versus Goliath contest, to realise if you are in the grand final you are a chance.

It will be a fairy tale for Bombers’ legend, Paul Newman to coach his home club to a premiership and you get the feeling this could be the start of a dynasty at Kyabram, with the depth of talent and environment that has been created off field.

Kyabram also advanced to the reserves

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decider first and will now take on Mansfield after they won the preliminary final. This should be a close contest with Mansfield finishing on top after the home and away season with Kyabram in second one game behind.

The Bombers, almost had all three football sides in grand finals this week however, the baby Bombers’ U18s couldn’t get over Shepparton United who advanced by a solitary kick in the preliminary final and will now take on Euroa. Shepparton United where clearly the best side during the home and away season with Euroa finishing third. Euroa has had a great finals series to date but will have their work cut out for them in the decider.

Good luck to all football and netball players participating in grand finals this weekend.

Grand Opening Feature LEFT: EDUCATION AND PLAY… Wyndham Early Learning centre manager, Emily Thorp and Lucas, 2. Photos: Emma Hillier.

BELOW: AN ENJOYABLE TIME… Aivah Villani, 4 enjoying her time at the new Wyndham Early Learning.

Vibrant new early learning centre’s grand opening Wyndham Early Learning taking enrolments now continued from front page WEL centre manager, Emily Thorpe said, “Our philosophy is based on a family centred approach to our education and care program. It is important that we provide opportunities for meaningful daily interactions and experiences that not only delight children, but also help encourage children and families to feel that within the centre, they are a part of a community.

WEL business owner, Kathy Beer said, “This is an amazing place for children and educators to be a part of. We aim to provide an inviting environment in which children and staff feel comfortable, relaxed and happy to enjoy each day.”

Incorporating six dedicated children’s rooms, it is no accident that this centre stands out immediately as a bright,

fresh and cheerful space. The building has been purpose designed to be inviting and to enhance children’s learning opportunities. With an abundance of light and space, it is a thoughtfully designed, interactive environment that brings the outdoors in and encourages children to learn through their natural exploration.

Kathy said, “Everything we do is child focussed, and by that I mean we don’t take shortcuts to make it easier for ourselves. Instead we put the children’s social, emotional and developmental needs first. Our vision is that our centre will provide a safe, stimulating, comforting and nurturing environment for children, families and educators alike.”

The team at Wyndham Early Learning will be opening their doors October 3, 2016. Contact Kathy Beer on 0407 779 616 for enrolment information.

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Grand Opening Feature

Nurturing spaces for little minds BEING the ‘new kid on the block’ is an exciting thing, especially when you are the newest childcare centre. Wyndham Early Learning has been built with the latest designs, technology and educational spaces in mind to get the very best out of all children under the centre’s care. Each room has been constructed with a focus on indoor/outdoor play, and to complement each room, all children will have fully supervised access to a very large undercover, all weather area.

Nursery 1 Room

For children aged 0-12months The Nursery 1 Room has its own dedicated cot area and its own outdoor play space that provides a lovely, nurturing environment.

Nursery 2 Room

For children aged 1-2 years The Nursery 2 Room has been designed for indoor and outdoor play and opens out onto the internal courtyard.

It also has a dedicated sleep space with wooden trundle beds.

Toddler Room For children aged 2-3 years The Toddler Room has also been designed for indoor and outdoor play and offers large open spaces for children to enjoy, to help them get the most out of their day.

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Junior Room

For children aged 3-4 years The Junior Room has large doors that open directly onto the verandah, and with a rear play space it maximises opportunities for indoor and outdoor play.

Pre-kindergarten Room

For children aged 4-5 years The Pre-kindergarten Room offers access to its own dedicated dining room, with dining tables. When it’s meal time, children won’t have to pack up what they are doing as this room provides an opportunity for uninterrupted play.

Kindergarten Room

For children aged 3-6 years The Kindergarten Room also offers access to its own dedicated dining room for uninterrupted play. Perhaps the most important feature is that this room offers a funded kindergarten program with a fully qualified kindergarten teacher and provides a focus on ensuring children are school ready.

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Grand Opening Feature PURPOSE DESIGNED… Roy Roberts Landscaping landscape designer, Roy Roberts helped to design the Wyndham Early Learning landscaping, with every aspect of the design taking a child’s perspective into account. Photo: Emma Hillier.

VISION BROUGHT TO LIFE… Wyndham Early Learning business owner, Kathy Beer’s vision for the centre has been brought to life through designs created by Pop Design Studio. Photo: Emma Hillier.

Envisaging the future A MODER N, energy efficient space but with classical comfort, Wyndham Early Learning (WEL) was designed by Ron Popelier of Pop Design Studios in Shepparton. He has taken WEL business owner, Kathy Beer’s vision and created an outstanding building that is aesthetically pleasing, energy efficient and functional.

Another feature of the centre is its 45 place car park accessible from a service road off Wyndham Street, making it a safer off-street option for families.

WEL freehold owner and developer, Steven Buzzo said, “Kathy envisaged creating a nurturing and welcoming space for the children. She wanted families and staff to feel at home in the centre and so

we chose to build in weatherboard for that softer and more homely look.

“We wanted rooms to have lots of windows allowing plenty of natural light, to be aesthetically pleasing and to create a real flow between indoors and out.

“Rain has delayed procedures but overall the building process has been seamless and we are officially opening the centre on October 3, 2016.”

Wyndham Early L earning is l o c at e d at 617 Wy n d h a m S t r e e t , Shepparton. For further information about educator employment options or for en rolment information, contact K at hy on 0 4 07 7 79 616 or em a i l wyndhamearlylearning3630@gmail.com

More than just a garden THE garden at Wyndham Early Learning (WEL) is set to be one of the biggest draw cards for children and families who will attend this centre. Designed by landscaping creative, Roy Roberts Landscaping, every aspect of the garden takes into account a child’s perspective.

The ‘Tellietubbies-like’ hill over top of a concrete pipe will allow children to experience new height perspectives and they will enjoy natural experiences in physics as they roll down the hill and as their little legs work harder to run up it. They will explore gravity as they roll balls down the hill and enjoy the perspective of looking at life from inside of the tunnel. There are so many learning experiences that come from this one feature, which is only one of many features of the beautiful outdoor play area at WEL. Roy Roberts grew up in England where his father was the head gardener of a stately home known as Knebworth House. Roy has been inspired by his own childhood memories of exploring Knebworth House

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gardens and has an intuitive understanding of the importance of a child’s connection to nature.

Roy said, “I believe that a child’s connection to nature and in particular, the earth, is one of the most important experiences in life. I believe that as adults we can do a lot more to encourage children to understand nature.”

The WEL outdoor play space has been designed to include a variety of textures, colours and variations in flower shape and foliage types. For further sensory experiences there is a dry riverbed with ability to allow water to flow over an area of the path. There will also be a dedicated vegetable area and an easy care fruit tree so that children learn about where food comes from. There are also plans for a chicken coup in the yard.

Rob said, “I’m excited because we have the opportunity to introduce at least 120 children and families in to the wonderful world of living things.”