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New service rolls into station THERE were small celebrations taking place on Monday evening, as the new weekday train service rolled into the Shepparton Station at 7:21pm for the first time. D epa r t i ng f rom S out her n C ross Station at 4:31pm, the new service was welcomed by the community and All Aboard Campaign members with a brass band, drinks and nibbles, but the message was made clear that there is still a need to continue to raise awareness that Shepparton needs more rail services. Continued on page 22
11,819 students kick off the school year STUDENTS RETURN TO SCHOOL… From left, St Mel’s Primary School students, 11 year old Marley Garner-Griffiths, G5, with brothers, 7 year old Remy, G2 and six year old Luka, prep, who will be among the 11,819 students estimated to have started the school year at non-government and government schools in Greater Shepparton this year. According to figures released by the government’s education department, there has been a reduction in numbers enrolled in school this year across the region when comparing 2017 figures with 2007. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
Reduction in figures when compared to a decade ago By David Lee EXCITEMENT is growing for the estimated 11,819 students who have just started the school year at government and non-government schools across the Greater Shepparton region, but figures have
dropped by an estimated 910 for enrolments in government schools and just over 2,000 for both non-government and government enrolments, when compared to a decade ago. Continued on page 19
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NEWS
Game helps to spread message of organ and tissue donation
A WINNING DONATION… From left, Local Munzee player, Rob Steer with Zaidee’s Rainbow Foundation founder, Allan Turner, who received a cheque for $2,500 over the weekend thanks to donations raised through global scavenger game, Munzee. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
By David Lee LOC A L organ and tissue donation awareness charity organisation, Zadiee’s Rainbow Foundation received a cheque of $2,500, which was presented at the weekend by US-based smart phone game company, Munzee Inc. As a global scavenger game, Munzee sees players from across the world travel around hunting for QR codes, which they need to scan. Local players came up with the idea to create areas in Shepparton that virtually represent a rainbow of QR codes, which the president of the game company then decided to donate $1 to Zaidee’s Rainbow Foundation for every code area created in the Zaidee’s Rainbow area by players. Local Munzee player, Rob Steer said,
“We made the decision we wanted to create a rainbow shoelace to support Zaidee’s Rainbow Foundation and so we contacted the president of Munzee Inc. and he reacted very positively. “This is the first time something like this has been done on a local level. “This is such a good thing for our community in so many ways.” Zaidee’s Rainbow Foundation founder, Allan Turner said, “This really provides a fantastic opportunity through this game, to spread the Zaidee’s Rainbow Foundation campaign message to a worldwide audience. “It is a pretty proud moment and has opened a new opportunity to spread the message of the importance of organ and tissue donation.”
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NEWS ANNOUNCING SHEPPARTON’S 17 DAY FESTIVAL… March 3 to 19, 2017. The team behind the festival are excited to launch a series of unique events in unusual places, ‘Mapping Shepp’ and showcasing some of our wonderful art culture. From left: Board member, Jamie Lea, festival director, Ros Abercrombie, chair, Fiona Smolenaars, board member Leigh Findlay, administration assistant, Georgia Odgers and general manager, Amanda McCulloch. Photo: Nicholise Garner.
Festival program launched FORTY-FOUR events are set to help ‘map Shepp’ from March 3 to 19, when the 2017 Shepparton Festival kicks off. Running under the theme of ‘Mapping Shepp’ the festival guide for the 21st Shepparton Festival was released on Monday which outlines the events that will run over 17 big days. The theme ‘Mapping Shepp’ asks how a region is mapped through patterns of behaviour, paths of ideas and interconnections. The Shepparton Festival theme challenges audiences to journey through music, visual arts, performing arts, literature and film, food and wine and workshops to discover, connect, explore and reimagine the place we call Shepparton.
Shepparton Festival chair, Fiona Smolenaars says the 2017 program offers something for everyone. “We are thrilled with the calibre and scope of events happening in 2017. There is an event to suit every artistic taste, from dance and film to food and music, and every possible genre in between. “With our new website www.sheppartonfestival.org.au also going live and ticket sales beginning, we are encouraging everyone to jump online and book tickets early to avoid disappointment.” Fur further details or to view or book a spot in one of the events, visit www.shepparonfestival.org.au
Shepparton’s luckiest local LOCAL Shepparton woman, Sally Sargent could perhaps be considered Shepparton’s luckiest woman after winning not one, but two separate competitions recently through SPC Factory Sales. Sally was drawn out of more than 3,000 entries to win a $200 shopping voucher through the store’s VIP promotion late last year, and then on January 16, Sally was again drawn out of more than 1,300 entries to win a Weber Baby Q pack valued at more than $500 thanks to Bundaberg Brews and with the support of Barbeques Galore in Shepparton. Sally was in Tasmania when she received the call and she simply couldn’t believe her luck, she said she’d only submitted two entries to the competition and was
WEBER Q WINNER… From left, local residents, Robert, Sally and Vanessa Sargent with SPC Factory Sales store manager, Chris Murphy. Photo: Julie Moore.
astounded. Sally said, “I was like, oh my goodness, but we’re in Tasmania! It’s just been really exciting. “I suppose it helps that we shop there
Correction notice THE Adviser would like to clarify that the property advertised on
(SPC Factory Sales) so often. “We’ve been coming to the factory outlet for more than 16 years, ever since we moved into town.”
the market in the Cardamone Real Estate editorial on page 15 of The Adviser on Wednesday, January 25, was incorrectly addressed. The correct address of the property on the market should have read 14 Cornish Road, Mooroopna and the acreage should have read 1 acre.
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NEWS
Top honours
awarded to locals
TOP AUSSIES ANNOUNCED… Local resident, Ian Bull was just one of the many locals to receive top honours on Australia Day. Photo: Supplied.
T W E N T Y- O N E individuals, organisations and groups each received top honours on Thursday last week, with the Greater Shepparton 2017 Australia Day Awards being announced at several ceremonies held across the region. Awards were presented in Arcadia, S h e pp a r to n , D o ok i e , M o o ro op n a , Murchison, Tatura and Toolamba and the Greater Shepparton Citizen, Young Citizen and Community Event of the Year were chosen from these regional winners. Tatura’s Carl Walters was announced as the overall Greater Shepparton Citizen of the Year with Isabel Treacy being named as Greater Shepparton Young Citizen of the Year and Shepparton Running Festival winning Greater Shepparton Community Event of the Year. Greater Sheppar ton Cit y Cou ncil Mayor, Dinny Adem congratulated all award recipients. “A l l awa rd w i n n e r s h ave m ad e s i g n i f i c a nt c o nt r ibut io n s to t h e i r communities and to Greater Shepparton. “It is fantastic to see people getting involved in organisations in their local communities and helping to make a difference and thank you to the people who took the time to submit a nomination to recognise their fellow citizens.” As well as local Australia Day Awards being presented, 958 Australians were recognised for their achievements, with nine people from our area named as Order of Australia OAM recipients including Stewart Trevor Coutts from Benalla, Athol David Graham from Benalla, Thomas John Heaney from Benalla, John Gerrard O’Loughlin from Benalla, Eleanor Joy Hardie from Echuca, Malcolm John W hy te from E chuca, Dianne Maree Macfarlane from Moama, John Dainton AM from Shepparton and the late Chris McPherson AM from Shepparton.
AUSTRALIA DAY AWARD WINNERS • ARCADIA Citizen of the Year: Lisa Menhenett • DOOKIE Young Citizen of the Year: Molly Freeman Citizen of the Year: Tony Ludeman Senior Citizen of the Year: Margaret Law Community Event of the Year: Dookie Cosgrove Hospital Auxiliary for Dookie Open Gardens • MOOROOPNA Citizen of the Year: Geoff Hill Young Citizen of the Year: Courtney Goldberg • MURCHISON Citizen of the Year: Warwick Gregory Sports Award: Dean Smith • TATURA Citizen of the Year: Carl Walters Senior Citizen of the Year: Fay Alexander Sports Award: Stephanie Gorrie Business Award: Tatura Medical Centre Community Event of the Year: Tatura Football Netball Club Christmas Day Community Lunch • TOOLAMBA Citizen of the Year: Keira Birchmore Community Event of the Year: Toolamba Australia Day Bush Bowls event • SHEPPARTON Citizen of the Year: Ian Bull Young Citizen of the Year: Isabel Treacy Senior Citizen of the Year: David Baker Sports Award: Dennis Myers Community Event of the Year: Shepparton Running Festival
NEWS
‘FIRIES’ TO COMPETE… Thousands are set to converge on Tatura at the end of the month to watch 75 teams take part in the 2017 Fire Brigade Urban Junior State Championships. Photo: Supplied.
Thousands to converge on Tatura for
fire brigade championships MORE than 1,000 spectators are set to converge on Tatura in late February to witness 75 teams of ‘firies’ from 45 different towns compete in the 2017 Fire Brigade Urban Junior State Championships. Running on February 25 and 26, the competition comprises of 18 events that involve fitness, skill and speed with hoses and equipment and assesses participants being able to put the largest amount of water onto a target in the quickest time. Tat u r a U rb a n F i r e B r i g ad e 2 n d Lieutenant, Alan Tyson said, “The fire brigade competition has a proud tradition with senior competition starting over 100 years ago and junior competition around 40 years ago. “The events are aimed at enhancing leadership and practical skills for use when
the juniors become operational at a later stage in their CFA journey. “The state championships are a prestige event in the lives of the competing young men and women and attracts various media attention. The 2017 championships will be the fourth time Tatura has hosted the event, with the past three events in 2007, 2011 & 2016 being very successful. “As part of the championships, there will be various displays and ‘side events’ and CFA will have some of their latest equipment on display. The Tatura SES, A rmy Cadets, Shepparton Search & Rescue, St John Ambulance CPR Van, Victoria Police, Fire Services Museum and DELWP Fire Appliances will all set up static displays of equipment and brochures. “Local teams participating include
Tatura, Mooroopna, Euroa, Benalla, E c hu c a , Wa ng a rat t a , B e nd igo a nd Rochester.” T he 2017 Volunteer Fire Brigades Victoria (V F BV) Urban Junior Championships will take place at the Tatura Racecourse.
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COMMUNITY CONNECT For more information on how to register for your Community Connect listing contact The Adviser via email at classifieds@sheppartonadviser.com.au. Please note listings are to be 55 words or less.
UPCOMING NORTHEAST HEALTH WANGARATTA FRIENDS OF THE HOSPITAL is holding its November cake stall on Wednesday, February 15 at the hospital café from 8:45am until sold out. All proceeds go toward urgently needed clinical equipment for the hospital. For more details, contact Nadia on (03) 5722 5069. COOL CAT ROCKERS SHEPPARTON will be commencing 50s style rock and roll dance classes for beginners on February 14 from 7pm at Wesley Hall, Maude Street, Shepparton. No partner required all taught in a progressive format in a friendly social atmosphere. For further information, call Anne on 0429 956 177.
ONGOING TRANSPORT TO CEMETERIES on the third Saturday of each month Goulburn Community Transport provides transport to the cemetery to visit loved ones. For more information, contact Vilma Ondrus 5831 3607 or Goulburn Community Transport 5831 8515. Shepparton visits are $3 and Pine Lodge visit $4. MAINLY MUSIC program is held every Wednesday from 10am to 11:30am at All Saints Hall, 20 Francis Street in Tatura. Cost is $3 a child or $5 a family. For more information, contact Iola Ibrhaim on 5854 8265 or 0401 511 919. KIALLA SCOUTS Do you have a child aged 7-14, boy or girl, who’d like to join cubs or scouts? Kialla Cubs meet 5:30pm Mondays and
scouts 7pm Tuesdays in the Scout Hall at Kialla Recreation Reserve. For enquiries, contact David at david.brown@travelmanagers.com.au or phone 0419 315 665. MOOROOPNA CWA meets on the last Thursday of each month at the Royal Hotel, Mooroopna. Social time with a meal from 6:30pm and meeting follows from 7:30pm. New members are welcome. Further information, contact Barbara Carter 5825 1728 or 0448 852 666. 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)
The Cool Cat Rockers are back HAVE you ever wanted to learn how to Rock ‘n’ Roll ‘50s and ‘60s style or are you looking at brushing up on your dancing skills? You can hit the dance floor with Cool Cat Rockers’ beginner’s lessons when they kick off early this month. This year, beginner’s classes commence on Tuesday, February 14 from 7pm at Wesley Hall on Maude Street, Shepparton and even if you don’t have a partner the Cool Cats’ friendly social group of like-minded people
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will ensure a ‘rocking time’ will be had by all. Kaye Rossignoli from Cool Cat Rockers said, “Rock ‘n’ Roll is a pastime that combines the art of socialising, meeting new friends, having lots of fun and all whilst also keeping fit. “We have the first of our big dances for the year coming up on Saturday, February 18
from 8pm until late, which will be held at the Shepparton High School Hall and feature top Melbourne band, The Rousers. Tickets are now on sale & must be prepaid,” Kaye said. For further information, contact Kaye on 5821 5465 or drop into Wesley Hall at 7pm from Tuesday, February 14.
GET ROCKING WITH COOL CATS… Cool Cat Rockers can help you have a rocking time, with their beginner dancing classes for people of all ages starting on Tuesday, February 14. Photo: Supplied.
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LETTERS
OPINION
Letter to the Editor
LEADERSHIP NEEDED TO REVITALISE CBD Chamber Vice President responds to press article Dear Editor, Years of debate about how Shepparton’s CBD and Mall could be revitalised continues with what appears to be little direction from our city leaders. Although reluctantly, it does appear that it has become more front of mind in recent months. In reference to a recent article in the News, (12/1/17) headed “Define problems before fix – Shepparton CBD and Maude St Mall issues need to be clarified before a solution can be found.” In the article, Greater Shepparton City Councillor, Cr Chris Hazelman suggested “A forum could provide an opportunity to get all the players together” to determine where there was common ground, if any, and explore areas of difference. He pushed the need to look at Shepparton - specific solutions, incorporating impacts specific to the city.” I ask where has Cr Hazelman been these last 20 or so years as a former Mayor and current Councillor of our city? As part of a Letter to the Editor from Cr Hazelman in 2012 prior to the council election in the same year, Cr Hazelman acknowledged that retail was doing it tough all around Australia and suggested to, I quote “form a community reference group of experts with strong connections to the CBD and experience in retail to provide advice and develop a community plan to revitalise the CBD.” I ask the question, what has been done five long years of suffering since? What became of the reference group suggested by Cr Hazelman in 2012? Everyone knows the city has major problems in our CBD and Mall. Everyone knows significant parts of the CBD are dying, that we have a failed Mall (just ask 95 percent of the businesses and property owners), poorly planned
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traffic flow and parking around the CBD, (just ask the ratepayers)…all of which desperately needs fixing. Most of the CBD has been ignored for decades with very little strategic planning. It has been almost two decades - 18 years in fact - since a group of Mall traders approached council with their concerns that the Mall wasn’t functioning properly. It was then that the council requested a formal approach with an agenda which went something like the following: A formal committee representing traders and landowners of the Mall be formed. This was done. A petition was then carried out which showed 92% of tenants and 96% of property owners were in favour of traffic and parking in the Mall. Council then suggested that a contribution to capital costs would greatly assist, so landowners and businesses then raised the $200,000 asked of them. Council was still not satisfied, saying a public forum was required. A public forum was held and traffic and parking in the Mall was overwhelmingly supported at the forum. The council of the day of which Cr Hazelman was Mayor, rejected the proposal and went on to spend several $100,000s on mall improvements, including a raised lawn area for picnics and a large centrepiece. Cr Hazelman at the time was of the opinion that landowners and tenants were divided on the proposal. However by far the majority of traders and property owners of the day were in favour of opening the Mall to slow moving traffic and parking, and 18 years later they still are in favour of opening the Mall to slow moving traffic and parking. Another story in the Press dated May 5, 1998 quoted businessman and property owner, Andrew Fairley, speaking on behalf of the Maude Street Mall traders, who said the Mall was not meeting the expectations of any of the three stakeholders: retailers, council or community. He said the Mall was failing retailers. Mr Fairley at the
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time urged the council to listen to what the traders had to say, because they made the Mall work, and urged the council to act quickly on the Mall’s future. Businessman, the late Norm McArthur, was reported as saying that Malls were being pulled up in cities in Australia and all over the world. He said the city needed multi-deck parking close to shops. The Chamber of Commerce has on several occasions presented to Council several surveys on the Mall, which have shown traders and property owners overwhelmingly in favour of opening the Mall. The Chamber is looking for a long term strategy which encompasses Wyndham, and High Streets and the Maude Street Mall with improved traffic flow and parking. It is encouraging that, as part of the recent CBD revitalisation debate, Council is considering touring other regional cities and towns to view first hand their successes in CBD planning. I am also encouraged that this critical issue appears to be at long last at the forefront of Council discussions and hopefully therefore solutions to our ailing CBD. A combined strategy of first class long term planning for the CBD, Mall, traffic flows and improvements in parking will bring back a revitalisation of our CBD. The Maude Street Mall has long outlived its original useful intention and purpose. Greater Shepparton City Council has the resources to make a huge difference to the success of our CBD and hopefully it can help clarify the issues and help solve them. Yours sincerely, Carl Hainsworth, Vice president of Shepparton Chamber of Commerce & Industry. Want to have your say? Email your letters to the Editor to editorial@sheppartonadviser.com.au. Max 100 words
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NEWS
A home for the whole family to enjoy
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HIGH QUALITY LIVING… Neatline Homes owners, Ken and Helma Gash in front of the stunning four bedroom home, The Amazon. Photo: David Lee.
IF you are currently in the market for a new home and you’re after luxury and space with a top range of standard inclusions, then you can’t go past The Amazon by Neatline Homes. This beautiful four bedroom home, plus study, makes the perfect family home. The design comprises of an open living room and kitchen overlooking the lounge and dining room, as well as a spacious alfresco area and a formal lounge. All bedrooms are generous in size with built-in robes to bedrooms two, three and four and a walk-in robe and en-suite to the master bedroom. Standard inclusions range from double glazed windows and aluminium flyscreens, aluminium security doors, floor coverings, soil testing, site inspection, galvanised steel sub floor frame, termite treated timber flooring and walls, Colourbond roofing, reverse cycle split system and a choice of various standard blinds. The kitchen is also decked out with a range of high quality inclusions. Owners, Ken and Helma Gash said, “This is a great home with plenty of room for the whole family to enjoy.” To check out the display, drop into Neatline Homes at 7920 Goulburn Valley Highway or phone 5823 1547.
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SAM represents Victoria BEING the only Victorian venue to host this national exhibition, Shepparton Art Museum (SAM) is delighted to present the collaborative work of Tracey Moffatt and Gary Hillberg in the exhibition Montages: The Full Cut, 1999 – 2015, now showing. Montages: The Full Cut, 1999 – 2015 presents eight montage films that reflect on cinema and the cinematic form, offering unprecedented insight into the stereotypes that populate our collective cultural imagination. Using an extensive collection of iconic Hollywood films, telemovies and arthouse cinema, the exhibition invents new fictions and plays with narrative and character conventions to create highly charged compositions on themes such as love, art, revolution and destruction. Alongside the eight montage films, SAM will also present Moffatt’s First Jobs Series, (2008). Moffatt collected the series of 12 photographs, which relate directly to past jobs she has held. Digitally inserting her likeness into these photographs Moffatt reflects on her past jobs from working in a pineapple cannery to a fresh fruit grocer,
EXCITING EXHIBITIONS AT SAM… Tracey Moffatt, First Jobs, Pineapple Cannery 1978, 2008. Photo: The artist and Roslyn Oxley9, Sydney © the artist.
evoking a sense of nostalgia that we can all relate to. A great link to Shepparton and our fruit preserving industry. Tracey Moffatt and Gary Hillberg Featuring Montages: The Full Cut, 1999 – 2015 will be showing at SAM until March 19, 2017, with the Official Opening to be held on Saturday 4 February 2017, 4 to 6pm. Phone 5832 9861 to RSVP or email rsvp-
sam@shepparton.vic.gov.au. Alongside this free exhibition, SAM hosts a number of free and paid programs and events, including the very popular ‘Art For Small Hands’ which is a six-week program for a three to six year old child and their carer. For more information, see the SAM website www.sheppartonartmuseum.com.au/ programsandevents
Calling all choristers! AN INFORMATION night for Turaton Music Company concert series ‘What’s on the Menu?’ will be held on Monday, February 6 from 7:30 pm at ‘The Shed,’ 252 Pyke Road, Mooroopna. The performances are held to support community groups across the Goulburn Valley and will be presented in Dookie, Murchison,
Tatura and Shepparton from May 20 to June 4. The information session will be preceded by a brief AGM and followed by supper and a chat. For further information, contact Shirley Ferguson on 5824 1547 or Denice Robertson on 0407 848 508.
Embracing our love of the rock and roll era By Nicholise Garner I HAVE teenage memories of cars doing laps around Shepparton’s Victoria Park Lake and town centre with the strong
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classic car culture that existed back then. Shepparton has long been known as a hotbed for classic cars and rock and roll culture and so it is only natural that an event to celebrate the 1950s should take place in our vibrant community. The inaugural Shepparton Shake-Out 1950s Lifestyle Festival will be held at the Shepparton Showgrounds on Friday, February 3 to Sunday, February 5. Supported by Greater Shepparton City Council and Shepparton Show Me, this international event has something for everyone! Hot rods and classic cars, fashion parades, pin-up competition and dance lessons plus loads of entertainment including the best international and Australian headline acts and artists performing the greatest hits from the 1950s era. There’s also a Tiki Bar and plenty of food stands and trade vendors to make this a
jam-packed weekend not to miss! Some of the worldwide bands performing include Gamblers Mark and Alex Vargas from the USA, The Vargas Bros, CC Jerome from the Netherlands, Shorty Jenson and Racketeers from Belgium, plus Record Hops featuring top DJ’s and more. Rockabilly King Productions event director, Arthur Matsakos said, “We are very excited to be able to bring all of the best Rockabilly and rock and roll talent in Australia to this amazing venue in Shepparton. “This festival has the potential to be the biggest event of its type in Australia and to be held in Shepparton is a testament to the drive and initiative of the local council and their events staff.” For more information contact 0418 556 299, email info@sheppartonshakeout. com.au or visit the website at www. sheppartonshakeout.com.au
THAT 1950s LIFESTYLE… The inaugural Shepparton ShakeOut 1950s Lifestyle Festival will rock its way into Shepparton this Friday to Sunday at the Shepparton Showgrounds. Photo: Supplied.
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NEWS
STOCK UP ON QUALITY MANCHESTER… There are massive savings to be had when you head to Finny’s Manchester for their big new year sale. From left, Shirley Blick, Kerrie Lavis and Tina Sicali from Finny’s Manchester. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
Shepparton’s Finny’s does it again HAVING earned a reputation over the years through their generous sales, staff at long standing iconic Shepparton business, Finny’s Manchester have once again marked down prices as a part of their big new year sale. Finny’s business owner, Ray Finn said, “Finny’s is bustling with shoppers as they take advantage of the massive savings on so
much of our stock. Finny’s sales staff have worked hard to mark down so many of our prices and know what to expect when it comes to one of our big sales, bracing themselves for the rush. “St a f f a re busy keepi ng up w it h customers and replenishing stock as customers hunt for some real bargains.” Take advantage of this fantastic sale on
now at Finny’s Manchester, 136-138 High Street, Shepparton. Sale ends February 18. Open Monday to Thursday 9am to 5:30pm, Friday 9am to 8pm and Saturday 9am to 12pm. Phone 5831 2592.
11,819 students kick off the school year continued from front page ACCORDING to figures released by the government’s education department, in 2007, 6,325 students were enrolled in primary schools at both non-government and government schools, 5,386 were enrolled in secondary schools and 108 were enrolled in special schools across the region, with those figures estimated at 6,800 for primary, 2,600 for secondary schools and 200 for special schools for the 2017 start to the school year. In government schools alone, there was a total of 8,310 students enrolled in 2007 and there is an estimated 7,400 enrolled for 2017. In 2016, 7,528 students were enrolled in government schools and a total of 11,891
were enrolled in both government and nongovernment schools combined. Despite the figures being lower than 10 years ago, local resident, 6 year old Luka Garner-Griffiths was excitedly looking forward to this week, with this year being his first year in prep at St Mel’s Primary School. Luka said, “I’m looking forward to the canteen and getting some lollies and frozen pineapple. I like looking through the gate of the kinder to see my brother, Jami when he is at kinder. “I think I’m going to learn Japanese, that’s all I think and I think I’ll make new friends and learn lots of things,” Luka said. When asked what he thinks he will be really good at in school, Luka said, “Um, the monkey bars!”
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Chocolate strawberry Nutella cake Prep time: 20 minutes | Cooking time: 18 minutes | Serves: 12 Ingredients: The Cake: ■ 2 sticks Butter ■ 4 Tablespoons (heaping) Cocoa Powder ■ 1 cup Boiling Water ■ 2 cups Flour ■ 2 cups Sugar ■ 1/4 teaspoon Salt
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1/2 cup Buttermilk 2 whole Eggs 1 teaspoon Baking Soda 1 teaspoon Vanilla 1-1/2 cup Nutella
Method: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line 2 round baking pans with parchment, then spray the parchment with baking spray.
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In a medium saucepan, melt the butter. Add the cocoa and stir it until smooth. Pour in the boiling water, let the mixture bubble up for 20 seconds or so, then turn it off and set it aside. In a measuring pitcher or bowl, mix together the buttermilk, baking soda, eggs, and vanilla. Set aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, mix together the sugar, flour, and salt. Stir in the hot chocolate mixture, stirring gently until it’s halfway combined and cooler. Pour in the buttermilk mixture and continue stirring gently until the batter is all combined.
The Strawberries: ■ 2 pints Strawberries, Hulled And Sliced ■ 1/4 cup Sugar ■ 1 teaspoon Vanilla The Whipped Cream: ■ 2 cups Heavy Cream ■ 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
Pour the batter into the pans and bake them for 17-20 minute, until they’re just set. Remove them from the pans and set them aside to cool completely. Meanwhile, prepare the strawberries by stirring them with the sugar and the vanilla. Let them macerate for 15 minutes, then drain off the excess juice. Whip the cream with the powdered sugar.
To assemble, turn one layer upside down on a serving platter. Spread half the Nutella all over the surface. Spread on half the whipped cream and top with half the strawberries Place the other layer upside down on top and repeat with the rest of the Nutella, whipped cream, and strawberries. Keep chilled until serving. Cut with a serrated knife!
Note: Don’t assemble more than an hour before serving.
The day I learned what love was By AnonL
LIVE, LAUGH AND LOVE… There are some simple things you can do to keep the romance of your relationship alive. Photo: Supplied.
Keep the romance flowing W
ith life, children and a barrage of other everyday interruptions it can be pretty tough to keep the romance of your loving relationship alive, but there are some simple things you can do that will really make your partner think that you are a living, breathing romantic. Love is more than just gift giving, flowers and chocolates, it’s about ‘the spark’ and a few sure fire ways to really get the sparks flying can be as easy as picking up a pen and some paper. It may seem a little old fashioned, but a handwritten letter is a rarity in today’s digital world. Take the time out to write a heartfelt letter on some beautiful stationery and surprise your partner with it. This is a truly sentimental and personal gift that will replace anything store bought. The most romantic drink option is without a doubt champagne. There’s just something magic about genuine French bubbles or sparkling Italian Prosecco and sitting down to enjoy it together with a side dish of fresh strawberries will impress even the fussiest of people. Let’s face it, nobody enjoys doing housework and with little children running around your feet, your home can end up looking like something out of a horror movie. Every once in a while, hire out some help to take on the household chores and send the ‘kids’ to their grandparents for the night. This will not only lower your stress levels but will really give you time to enjoy one another’s company. Food is the object of love, but rather than dodging the masses at an overcrowded and overpriced restaurant find a meal that you both enjoy and make it at home together. Set the mood with some candles, use your best dinnerware and put on some music to really put the finishing touches on the romantic evening ahead.
So you think you know what love is? The truth is, you don’t know what you don’t know. Love truly inspires, uplifts and enlightens Strengths highlighted, weaknesses bolstered. At first, there was just me. I felt I was happy. I was alone and happy. Then there was us. You don’t know what you don’t know…until you know it. Love is a partner who delights in your strengths, cushions your weaknesses and loves you for who you are. Now I know what it is to be loved, and so I know what love is.
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New service rolls into station continued from front page INDEPENDENT Member for Shepparton, Suzanna Sheed said, “This new service highlights progress in our campaign (All Aboard Shepparton) for more, faster and better services for Shepparton. “Yes, it is a small step, but it is a step in the right direction, and we must celebrate our achievements as a community. “It remains my priority to see improved train services for the Shepparton district. “While we see one new service introduced for Shepparton, we see multiples in our neighbouring cities. “We, as a community, continue to push for investment in rail infrastructure, and upgrades to our line, to ensure we can support more services into the future,” Ms Sheed said.
Committee for Greater Shepparton CEO, Sam Birrell said, “The service extension is a welcome and appreciated addition, but the drip feed of services for Shepparton where they can be slotted in is not a sustainable solution. “We need major upgrades to track, signalling and rolling stock. “The disparity in rail service between Shepparton, and the other four major regional population centres within 200km of Melbourne is stark,” Sam said. SheppartonRAILS member, Michael Welk said, “Further, additional rail services would also provide residents of the Goulburn Valley better access to further education and specialist healthcare providers, and would allow us to visit cultural and sporting events. This is especially true for the disadvantaged and disabled in our community.
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NEW SERVICE WELCOMED… From left, Committee for Greater Shepparton CEO, Sam Birrell and Chair, Rob Priestly with Greater Shepparton City council (GSCC), Cr Dennis Patterson, Member for Shepparton District, Suzanna Sheed, GSCC Mayor, Cr Dinny Adem, Cr Kim O’Keeffe and Cr Fern Summer. Photo: Geoff Adams.
Potter the markets at Emerald Bank
EXCITING MARKETS COMING… Emerald Bank complex now hosts two exciting new markets concurrently from 9am to 1pm on the first Sunday of each month. Photo: Geoff Adams.
By Nicholise Garner ONE of my favourite things to do is explore local markets. Years ago we used to have Trash and Treasure at the Drive-in complex but Shepparton has seen so much growth and change since then and the idea of a local market is a little nostalgic. Emerald Bank complex now hosts two exciting new markets concurrently from 9am to 1pm on the first Sunday of each month. The Shepparton Farmer’s Market is run by the Shepparton Motor Museum and is dedicated to connecting local producers and
growers with consumers and provides a huge range of fresh produce at farm-gate prices. Operating alongside the Farmer’s Market, the Village Market Shepparton is run by Emerald Bank Leisure Land and offers a more funky, less junky variety of goods encompassing arts, creative and vintage. Shepparton Farmers Market coordinator, Helen Moutafis said, “We started the Farmer’s Market in November and the variety of produce has grown with each market, providing a great selection of produce to our community in an environment that is not only picturesque but in itself is a very exciting and beautiful complex to enjoy with the family. “With the windmill, lake, gardens, on-site shopping and nearby adventure park, Emerald Bank is the perfect setting for a morning out at the market. Bring along the family and enjoy some live music and entertainment as you meander the market and take home some of the best fresh produce the region has to offer.” To register your interest to become involved or to find out more, contact Helen on 0439 369 999 or email info@ emeraldbank.net.au
Has your baby got that cheeky sparkle? EVERY baby is beautiful but gosh, some little ones are especially gorgeous in front of the camera. The Occasion Studios is now in search of some cheeky little faces to star in this year’s Pre-Mother’s Day wall portrait display. The Occasion Studios proprietor, Simon Greig said, “This is a fantastic opportunity to see your little one be a star in their own right by potentially being a part of our PreMother’s Day wall portrait display. “It is a real joy to see how much families enjoy seeing their beautiful babies on public display and it is one of our favourite promotions of the year. In fact, it gets harder and harder every year to choose between all of the gorgeous ‘littlies’ we photograph to go on display.” If your baby is aged between ‘half a year’ and two and a half years, sitting unaided and you would like to be involved in this special opportunity, then you should contact The Occasion Studios. T he Occasion St udios will be photographing approximately 150 babies, between 20 to 30 of which will be selected to be a part of their Pre-Mother’s Day wall
portrait display. The session is free of charge with up to 30 percent off the normal prices available for participants who order extra prints. For further information on the promotion, contact The Occasion Studios at 13 Wyndham Street, Shepparton or call 5831 3600 with your child’s details. CHEEKY LITTLE CHERUBS ON DISPLAY... The Occasion Studio is on the lookout for gorgeous little faces to star in this year’s pre-mother’s day wall portrait display. Photo: Supplied.
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Find some time for family EFFECTIVE delegation means choosing the right person for the job, better time management and greater overall achievement, not only in the workplace but also in life. Local home maintenance specialist, Craig Stevens from Home Care and Repair is helping locals get back their leisure and family time providing quality and reliable home maintenance and EXPERIENCED AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICE‌ Local repair. home maintenance specialist, Craig Stevens from Home With over 30 years trade Care and Repair. Photo: Alicia Niglia. experience, Craig can help with all of your small home maintenance jobs from plaster repairs, replacing door handles, doors, towel rail replacement, tap washers, pet door installation, deck re-seals, brick letter boxes, clothes line repairs and installations, blinds repair and installation along with thousands of the small jobs that take time out of your day. Home Care and Repair are an experienced and fully insured, professional service. For more information, contact Craig Stevens on 0427 316 208 or visit www.homecareandrepair.com.au
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Huge boost to city with 1000 visitors SHEPPARTON will receive a massive capital boost of more than $1M when 1000 basketball players, officials and their families converge on Shepparton on Friday, Saturday and Sunday 17, 18 & 19 February. It’s all part of the City hosting the Basketball Victoria Country Under 16 and 18 Division One and Two Championships. The matches will commence at 9am on Saturday 18 February until Sunday 19 February. Greater Shepparton Mayor Dinny Adem said hosting events such as this helps position Greater Shepparton as a leading events destination in regional Australia. “The economic benefit of hosting the championships will see more than $1 million injected into the local economy through accommodation, hospitality, retail and tourism spending. Council strives to attract the biggest and best events to Greater Shepparton to help create and support local jobs, keep businesses busy and the economy strong. “Sports tourism is an integral part of our major events calendar and this aspect will be built upon further this year
with the World Tour Beach Volleyball, the Bill Muir Indigenous National Basketball and Nitro Circus events in March, Victorian Softball Masters Championships in June, MotorX Nationals in July and the Shepparton Squash International event in August,” said Cr Adem. Basketball Victoria Country Manager David Huxtable said Basketball Victoria Country is delighted to again bring a major Country Championship to the Shepparton Region. “The Greater Shepparton Basketball Association has demonstrated in the past that they operate a professional and well planned event and work with our organisation to provide a sensational experience for basketball participants across Victoria. “The Greater Shepparton Basketball Association is a strong association providing an activity for country children. It is evident through research that by providing sporting and multipurpose facilities and then the programs from the sporting organisations, we can assist our children in being healthier and well balanced. What is harder to measure is the positive impact
SHEPP TO HOST CHAMPIONSHIPS… From left, Greater Shepparton Basketball Association manager, Tony Long, Basketball Victoria Country general manager, David Huxtable and Greater Shepparton City Council Mayor, Cr Dinny Adem. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
that a recreational facility can have on the local community with the capacity to increase the community’s interaction and the continued development of team characteristics. “Basketball plays a vital role in strengthening communities, particularly in rural and regional Victoria,” he said. For more information visit www.greatershepparton.com.au
Mooroopna Cricket Club welcomes former Australian cricket captain
THE Mooroopna Cricket Club is set to welcome former Australian women’s cricket captain, Jodie Fields to their club rooms on Sunday, February 5 for the club’s bi-annual Kym Sugars Cup Day. This year will be the 6th Kym Sugars Cup Day, an event that celebrates the life of a premiership captain of the Mooroopna Cricket Club as well raises funds to go towards ‘Leading from Within.’ Fields, who lead the Southern Stars from 2008 to 2014, has been one of the world’s leading wicketkeepers in the women’s game and continues to play at a high standard in premier cricket in Melbourne for Dandenong as well as the ACT in a first class capacity. Fields retired from the international set up at age 29 in 2014,
after leading the Southern Stars to the 2013 World Cup as well as the 2012 World T20 title. She boasts an average of 66.20 in test matches and a respectable 28.34 in one day matches as well as 22.63 in T20s. She also has 127 dismissals in all three formats of the game. Mooroopna Cricket Club president, Clint Thomas said that acquiring a player of Fields quality to come and visit the club on this day has been an amazing opportunity. “To have Jodie come and be around the club will hopefully take the day to a new level and encourage more people to come
and support what has become one of the more important days on the Mooroopna Cricket Club calendar. “It’s unfortunate that Jodie will be unable to play, due to injury, but to have her around and to be able to talk to some of the juniors, especially the young girls, coming through we are hoping will prove invaluable. “Leading from Within really helped our club to cope with the death of Kym and it is in some small way something that we can do to continue the great works that they do with our community,” Mr Thomas said. The Kym Sugars Cup will be played between past and current players comprising of two sides —President’s XI vs Captain’s XI — and will begin at 10:30am on Sunday, February 5. Entry is free, however there will be raffles, auctions and competitions on the day.
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