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■ COMMUNITY CONNECT | page 6 ■ William Cooper statue unveiled | page 3 ■ Easter fun at KidsTown | page 8 ■ Daylight savings ends | page 20 HOUSE & LAND 24 PAGE LIFTOUT INSIDE No 1:1398

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Fairleys has six months to find tenant DU R I NG the Ordinar y Cou ncil Meeting last week, Greater Shepparton City Council councillors voted to adopt an amendment to the development of the current IGA site, which gives the developers of the proposed Fairleys SUPA IGA redevelopment six months to f i nd a nd se c u re a not her m ajor supermarket tenant.

If they fail to do so, plans for another supermarket complex to be developed by Lascorp a few hundred metres down the road will be back on the table.

Continued on page 21 STAGE 1 COMPLETED… From left, Ontoit executive director, Andrew McKinley, ADCO Constructions senior project manager, Grant Chipperfield, Architectus principal, Mark Van Den Enden, Hume Region for the Magistrates’ Court senior registrar, Pat Cummins, Architectus director, Mark Wilde and Court Services Victoria chief operating officer, Brian Stevenson celebrated the official opening of the Shepparton Law Court Precinct following a special launch last week. The first county court sitting is planned for April 9. Photo: Nicholise Garner.

$73M state-of-the-art court precinct officially opens HUNDREDS gathered on Friday last week to see the official opening of the new $73M Shepparton Law Court Precinct, which replaces the previous 1980s courthouse.

With construction beginning in April 2016, the new, purpose built facility is set to be operational from April 3 and the first county court sitting planned for April 9.

Attorney-general, the Honourable Martin Pakula MP officially

opened the new facility in the presence of the chief magistrate, His Honour Judge, Peter Lauritsen.

The five level building features six main courtrooms with the capacity to vary their use to meet caseload requirements, and also provides dedicated courtrooms for higher jurisdictions complete with a jury box, custody dock and space to accommodate up to three judges.

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70 years living a full life together LOC A L re sident s , Nor m a nd Mavis Peace admit that the last 70 years of being married hasn’t all been easy but it has certainly been worth it, and say that the secret to so many years together is due to a lot of luck.

T h e P e a c e ’s w i l l celebrate their a n n i v e r s a r y tomorrow and sat dow n with T he Adviser to talk about their life together.

The two met at a Fr id ay n ig ht dance in the Cohuna Soldiers Memorial Hall in 1946 and it took just one year before they got engaged and then they tied the knot in 1948.

Over the last 70 years they have raised their four children, Cheryl, Greg, Lindsay and John and have lived quite a full life.

When the to moved to the Goulburn Valley, they spent 30 years milking cows, before moving into their current residence in Shepparton’s north in 1979. They

then decided to hit the road and spent three months travelling around Australia.

Norm and Mavis said, “We’ve been lucky and are both in fairly good health.

“We’ve had our arguments but everybody has their arguments.

“Our most treasured memory would have to be travelling over Australia together and meeting all the nice people along the way. “ Yo u have to get to know one another and know how to com mu nicate…what to say and not to say at times.”

T he Adviser would like to congratulate Norm and Mavis on their special m i l e s to n e a nd w i s h t h e m a wonderful day.

CELEBRATING SEVEN DECADES… Norm and Mavis Peace are celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary tomorrow. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

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William Cooper immortalised in bronze H REMARKABLE MAN HONOURED… Descendants of William Cooper helped to unveil a bronze statue in honour and memory of the Yorta Yorta man who was influential in working for Aboriginal rights as well as presenting a petition against the persecution of Jews. Photo: Nicholise Garner.

By David Lee HUNDREDS joined family and descendants of the last William Cooper at the Queen’s Gardens yesterday, when a bronze, life-sized statue of the influential leader was unveiled.

William Cooper was a Yorta Yorta man, Aboriginal activist, human rights advocate, defender of the oppressed, who established the Australian Aborigines’ League, the National Day of Mourning and is recognised as the Father of National Aboriginal and Islander Day Observance Committee (NAIDOC), and his influence reached outside the country,

through his presentation of a petition against the persecution of Jews.

Greater Shepparton City Council Mayor, Cr Kim O’Keeffe said, “I am particularly proud to represent council on this day in front of so many of William Cooper’s family and descendants.

“Not only can we be extremely proud of what William Cooper stood for, the whole of Greater Shepparton can be proud that a man such as this came from Yorta Yorta country.

It is absolutely fitting that a man with such calibre, who fought tirelessly for human rights,

has had a statue made in his honour right here in Shepparton.

“I hope this statue of William Cooper will continue to remind us all that human rights are paramount, regardless of race, colour or background.

“It is my sincere hope that William Cooper’s statue will be an example to all about the power individuals committed to making a difference.”

Statue sculptor, Pamela McKillop said, “He (William Cooper) had an extraordinary spirit; an insurmountable spirit. He saw that the way forward was not through bitterness.

“A man who understood injustice by instinct. He had both strength and gentility. A formidable force in being a true leader.

“He was six foot, solid, dapper in his grooming, a quiet man, prolific letter writer, a gentle warrior, had beautiful eyes…and (from that) I started drawing.

“Some time passed and I was informed that the William Cooper Memorial Committee had come together and liked my drawings and I had the go ahead to make a statue to honour this remarkable man.

“What an honour and a privilege. I was so thrilled to know I could play a part in the memorial piece.”

Shepparton rail upgrades fast-tracked THE Andrews Labor Government has fast-tracked works needed to run a fifth service to Shepparton next year, ahead of the original timeframe of 2020.

Minister for Public Transport, Jacinta Allan visited Shepparton station last week, where work on the $43.5M Shepparton Line Upgrade announced in the Victorian Budget 2017/18 will soon commence, ahead of the original timeframe of 2020 for the new train services to run.

The project will upgrade the stabling at Shepparton Station to house the trains needed to enable a fifth daily return service to Shepparton, giving passengers more choice on when they travel. The stabling upgrade will be delivered by V/Line.

The investment also includes extending a crossing loop to allow trains to pass one another, so services can recover more quickly from disruptions and to minimise

conflict between passenger and freight trains. The final location of the crossing loop is currently being assessed and will be finalised in coming weeks.

Work will get underway shortly and locals will notice more activity near the rail line as site investigations are carried out to finalise the design and planning process.

Five extra coach services will run between Seymour and Shepparton each week day, as well as three extra services on Saturdays, and one extra service on Sundays.

Minister for Public Transport, Jacinta Allan said, “We’re fast-tracking this important upgrade to give locals and visitors of Victoria’s fifth-largest city the transport services they expect and deserve.

“Local passengers have been calling for better train services and improved connections for Shepparton and we’re delivering exactly that, sooner.”

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Three more win a cool $1,000 OUR week two winners for the 2018 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway have been drawn, with each scoring a $1,000 GMCU debit card and automatic entry into the grand prize draw of a $5,000 holiday voucher and $5,000 Shepparton shopping spree.

Lorraine Ray from Murchison spent $17 at Mooroopna Hardware and was the first week two winner drawn in the 2018 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway. Lorraine said, “You’re kidding. Wow. Ripper.”

Benjamin Mitchell from Mooroopna who spent $37 at Collins Shepparton was the second winner drawn this week. Benjamin said, “Oh…cool. Thank you very much.”

Elsa Williams from Grahamvale spent $15.75 at Finer Fruit and was drawn as the third winner for the second week of the 2018 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway.

Elsa said, “Oh my god. I never normally win anything.

Are you joking?”

Congratulations to all of this week’s lucky winners and remember, all you have to do to be among next week’s winners is spend a minimum of $10 at any of the participating businesses, fill in your form and drop it in the box provided. You can enter as many times as you like and good luck. This shopping promotion is proudly brought to you by the GMCU and The Adviser. *For a full list of participating businesses, see page 28 of this edition.

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STRANDBAGS… From left, GMCU branch manager, Dallas Moore, 2018 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway $1,000 week one winner, Elaine Gardner, Strandbags sales person, Julie Burtina and The Adviser senior sales representative, Casey Eckel. Photo: David Lee.

PANDORA’S KITCHEN… From left, GMCU compliance manager, Brett Elgar, 2018 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway $1,000 week one winner, Lois McCrabb, Pandora’s Kitchen proprietor, Brandon Haughton and The Adviser senior advertising representative, Bronwen Timothee.

Photo: Alicia Niglia.

TRAFFIK… From left, Traffik Boutique store manager, Noreen Sali, The Adviser general manager, Will Adams, 2018 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway $1,000 week one winner, Anna Feldtmann and GMCU finance manager, Rebecca Hearn. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

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30 locals honoured to become Australian citizens WELCOMING NEW AUSSIES… Local residents, Jelin Jose, Aibel Joseph, 3, and Nisha Jose were among 30 others who were sworn in as Australian citizens during the Greater Shepparton Citizenship Ceremony last week.

Photo: Alicia Niglia.

By David Lee JELIN Jose, Aibel Joseph, 3, and Nisha Jose we among 30 people from countries across the world to be sworn in as Australian citizens during the Greater Shepparton Citizenship Ceremony last week.

Having lived in Australia for eight years and moving to Shepparton in 2016, Jelin, Aibel and Nisha were pleased to officially

become Australian citizens.

“We feel really proud and it is good to be a part of this community,” Jelin and Nisha said.

“It is so important for human rights.

“It’s a great honour for us to be part of this society.”

Greater Shepparton City Council Mayor, Cr Kim O’Keeffe said, “The citizenship

ceremony is always a wonderful event.

“I am honoured and enjoyed to have been able to present each of them with their certificates. It is great to be part of such a special occasion for them.

“They were all proud to attend.

“I would like to congratulate all of our new Australian citizens.”

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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 NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH GREATER SHEPPARTON POLICE SERVICE AREA MEETING will be held on Tuesday, April 3 from 7:30pm at Shepparton Police Station, Welsford Street, Shepparton. Residents of all Shepparton and all towns and areas of Greater Shepparton are welcome to attend.

For further information, phone Cathie on 0434 343 327.

THE GIRGARRE PRIMARY SCHOOL is celebrating its centenary on November 9, 10 and 11, 2018. The centenary committee is compiling a list of interested people’s mobile numbers, email or postal addresses so that details of the event can be forwarded to them.

For further information, contact the Girgarre Primary School on 5854 6275 or email the committee at girgarrepscentenary@gmail.com or find them on Facebook.

S H E P PA RT O N R I D I N G F O R T H E DISABLED is holding its 40th anniversary celebration where former volunteers and community members with connection to RDA are invited to join for afternoon tea and memories. Phone secretary, Cathy on 5826 5177 or email rdashepparton@gmail.com for more details.

HOLISTIC WELLBEING HUB is inviting the community to drop in and join them ever y T hu rsday morn ing and enjoy a relaxed morning with other women in the community. Open from 10am to 12:30pm.

Listen to conversations provided to guide you on your life journey. Guest speakers attend between 10:30am and 11:30am. Morning tea and activities available. Held at Primary Care Connect, 399 Wyndham Street, Shepparton.

For more details, phone 5823 3200 or find Primary Care Connect on Facebook. Child friendly sessions are also held once monthly.

Enquire for details and program menu.

ONGOING THE BIBLE JESUS: If you are seeking understanding, clarification and answers

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to the many bible based questions and contradictions you see in today’s traditional Christian church teaching and preaching. Join us by visiting www.thebiblejesus.org or phone 0409 953 107.

CA M PASPE R EGIONA L LI BR A RY is seeking interest for a proposed Computer Group to meet at Echuca Library on the 1st Saturday of each month from 10:30am. For more information, call David 0408 101 846, leave your name with library staff, or come along on the day.

SH E PPA RTON SU NSET C WA m e e t s on the second Monday of each month at the Shepparton RSL, Wyndham Street, Shepparton at 7pm. New members are welcome. For further information, please phone Maree Agius on 0408 150 266.

SHEPPARTON BRIDGE CLUB meets from 7pm Monday at U3A Hall Esson Street.

Members are required to join Goulburn Valley U3A. For more information, phone Derek Poulton 5825 4112 or John Moore 0438 455 741 or refer to the website www. wix.com/sheppartonbridgeclub/2013 SHEPPARTON TOASTMASTERS Want to learn how to communicate more effectively and improve your public speaking and leadership skills? Shepparton Toastmasters meet on the first and third Tuesday of each month, 7pm to 9pm, The Mechanics Institute Hall, 277 Wyndham Street, Shepparton.

Phone 0428 388 743.

FREE SOUP KITCHEN Available Mon to Fri 5pm-6pm at Victoria Park Lake, Shepparton, nex t to Skate Pa rk , a nd Wed nesdays 5pm- 6pm at North Community House, Parkside Drive, Shepparton; Opportunity Shop, 4 Mill Street, Mooroopna; Numurkah Park, Melville Street, Numurkah; Hogan Street, Tatura; and in Nathalia and Kyabram.

IS SOMEONE’S DRINKING CAUSING YOU CONCERN? Are you troubled by someone else’s drinking? Al-Anon Groups for adults and Alateen groups for children offer anonymous help and emotional support

to those affected. For information, contact Al-Anon Family Groups 1300 252 666.

ESHCOL DAYLIGHT LODGE meets from 10:30am on the fourth Monday of every month. New and unaffiliated members are welcome to join and partners are welcome for lunch. For further information or enquiries, phone 5824 1274 or 5825 2142.

SH EPPA RTON SOROP T I M IST CLU B meets on the third Thursday of each month at the Peppermill Inn, GV Highway in Kialla from 6pm for a 6:30pm dinner meeting with guest speakers. If you are interested in joining a service club, helping the community and making new friends, contact Jeanette 5823 1985.

HOLISTIC WELLBEING HUB is open from 9:30am to 12 noon at Primary Care Connect, 399 Wyndham Street, Shepparton. Drop in and join us to enjoy a relaxed morning with other women in the community. Listen to conversations provided to guide you on your life journey. Guest speakers attend between 10am and 11am. Morning tea and activities available. For further information, phone 5823 3200 or follow them on Facebook.

THE COBR A M SPIR ITUAL CENTRE meets the first Sunday of the month at the Koonoomoo Recreation Reserve at 2pm.

All welcome. Any enquiries can be made by calling Irene on 0438 135 188.

ORCHARD DAY CLUB meets on second and fourth Thursday of each month from 10:30am to 2:30pm at Shepparton RSL for friendly company, gentle exercises, mind games, cards, guest speakers, bus tours and a delicious lunch. All ages and genders welcome. Phone Judy on 5823 5941 or Betty on 5821 3838.

Tell us about your ‘not for profit’ community events, email classifieds@sheppartonadviser. com.au or fax 5832 8920 (information is required at least 2 weeks before an event)

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An Egg-Stravaganza of fun at SPC KidsTown THE Easter Egg-Stravaganza egg hunts are back at KidsTown again this year.

KidsTown coordinator, Tracey Toy said, “We have been carefully liaising with the Easter Bunny during the lead up to this year’s hunts and he has told us that he will take some time out from his busy schedule to call in and see all of the boys and girls at KidsTown.”

The Easter Egg-Straveganza hunts will be bigger than ever this year.

“There is going to be two huge Easter egg hunts on the Thursday evening before the Easter break, with over 10,000 Easter eggs up for grabs,” Tracey said.

“A major component of the event on top of the hunts will be the jumping castles and the miniature railway train rides which will run into the evening.

“The miniature train riders will make their way around the landscaped miniature train track, while they are taking in the views of our five-acre adventure playground located between Shepparton and Mooroopna.

“By popular demand, the Easter Bunny will be making an appearance at the start of each hunt and hanging around for some photos while the hunts are happening,” Tracey said.

All this will be happening in addition to SPC KidsTown’s other fantastic attractions. Get to KidsTown this Thursday, March 29.

Registrations open at 4pm. Five years and under will commence at 6pm and six years and over will commence at 6:30pm and participants are encouraged to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to register.

A $3 registration fee is required for the Easter Egg Hunt, or $5

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CREATE FUN MEMORIES THIS EASTER… KidsTown/KidsFest coordinator, Tracey Toy is working with the Easter Bunny to create wonderful Easter memories for little kids. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

with a miniature train ride.

For more information, contact KidsTown on 5831 4213 or visit www.kidstown.org.au Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000 or a $5,000 holiday voucher. SPC KidsTown is a participating business in the 2018 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway.

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Eye-catching colours make an impression DARBY’S Paints offer DIY and automotive enthusiasts solutions to obtain professional finishes with their large range of professional products.

The qualified and expert team at Darby’s Paints deal with the professionals in panel shops, engineering manufacturers around Victoria on a daily basis.

So they know what the ‘pros’ prefer and can offer the same expert advice to everyone who wants their pride and joy at its gleaming best.

Darby’s Paints store manager, Megan Brown said, “Darby’s Paints’ three stores service hundreds of panel shops right across Victoria, ensuring they are up-to-date with the latest and best products.

“Among the leading brands supplied by Darby’s Paints is Glasurit, the ultimate premium paint product with technology ahead of the rest. Darby’s also supplies Baslac, a top quality product suitable for smaller panel shops.

Darbys are now also suppliers of Concept UNICOTE for auto, industrial, commercial and agricultural uses. HB Body is another product directly imported by Darby’s Paints to provide cost effective DIY and professional products.

“With DNA ‘genetically modified paints’ in virtual chromes, colour shifting paints and easy to apply basecoat candies specialty paint jobs are easily accomplished.

“There’s also the Por15 rust preventative range, claiming to be the only product that really stops rust permanently.

“We are also stockists of J U ICE polishes and TOUGHSEAL after paint protection products. There’s an array of professional standard panel beating equipment

ALL THE KNOW-HOW AND PRODUCTS NECESSARY… From left, Darby’s Paint sales technician, Jarrod Hasan, store manager, Megan Brown, shop dog, Molly and sales technician, Andrew Ciancio. Photo: Nicholise Garner.

and restoration products, spray guns and airbrushes as well.”

Visit Darby’s Paints at 12 Campbell Street, Shepparton.

For more information, call 5821 0111.

Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000 or a $5,000 holiday voucher. Darby’s Paints is a participating business in the 2018 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway.

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Contract awarded for Victoria Park Lake toilets CROW Constructions has been awarded a contract to undertake the construction of new toilets at the northern end of Victoria Park Lake, which is expected to commence soon and completed by June this year.

Greater Sheppar ton Cit y Council Director of Infrastructure, Phil Hoare said the new building designed by architects, will have a modern look and feel and includes five female and three male cubicles, urinals, three unisex toilets/ all gender accessible cubicles with baby change facilities.”

Mr Hoare said council provided the community opportunity to have input into the design along with the playground facilities that will be installed in the family precinct adjacent to the new toilets.

“The new building will provide a modern and comfortable facility, compliant to current accessibility standards,” Mr Hoare said.

The new toilet location, closer to the walkway and Tom Collins Drive will allow better utilisation of the open event space.

The existing toilets will remain operational until the new toilets are completed; once this occurs the old toilet building will be demolished.

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Enjoy a family meal this Easter WHEN was the last time you enjoyed a family meal without a screen or phone of some sort interrupting the conversation? Easter is a great time to celebrate as a family and share a meal uninterrupted.

Tatura Family Butchers business owner, Brady Bourke said, “Easter isn’t just about chocolate, it’s also a wonderful opportunity to get together with friends and family and share a meal in the old fashioned way. Good food and conversation.

“We have a great selection of seafood for Good Friday’s meal and some lovely roasts for Easter Sunday. We’ll be open from 7am to 12:30pm on Easter Saturday so be sure to head over and get your roast for Easter Sunday.”

Visit Tatura Family Butchers at 161 Hogan Street, Tatura or call 5824 1516 to place your order.

Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000 or a $5,000 holiday voucher. Tatura Family Butchers is a participating business in the 2018 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway.

PLAN YOUR EASTER FEAST… Tatura Family Butchers owner/operator, Brady Bourke has fresh seafood and roasts available this Easter.

Photo: Alicia Niglia.

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Council reviews township residential development

CELEBRATIONS AT THE SCHOOL FETE… Shepparton Christian College students, Shayla Johnson, Tom Honey, Elizabeth Jegede and Emily Aiton. Photo: Supplied.

Welcoming the wider community ONE of the most important lessons for Australian children is to understand how very lucky we are in our society and to recognise how difficult life can be for others.

Shepparton Christian College principal Chris Aiton said, “We are very proud of recent efforts by staff, students and the community who have raised $3,000 at our school fete to go toward supporting children of developing communities in Northern Thailand.

“Our school fete has been growing and developing over the years and was a great success, not only in raising funds for developing communities but also in opening the doors

of our school to the broader community of Shepparton.”

Shepparton Christian College, set in beautiful garden surroundings, has been a part of our community now for 21 years and caters for students from Prep to Year 12.

Chris said, “I’d like to invite families to come and experience our school for themselves. We hold a Christian ethos, our education system is based on the Victorian Curriculum and anyone is welcome.”

Visit Shepparton Christian College at 155 Verney Road, Shepparton or call them to plan your school tour on 5831 7790.

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GREATER Shepparton City Council is encouraging residents to have their say on the Draft Greater Shepparton Townships Framework Plan Review, March 2018, which reviews future residential needs in nine townships in Greater Shepparton.

The Greater Shepparton Housing Strategy 2011 was prepared seven years ago to establish a framework for future residential growth in the Shepparton and Mooroopna urban areas, as well as the smaller townships within the municipality.

Council resolved to endorse a review of the identification of future residential land in Greater Shepparton’s townships at last week’s Ordinary Council Meeting and release it for public comment for four weeks from March 26. A similar review focusing on the Shepparton and Mooroopna urban areas will be undertaken through a separate process.

The Draft Greater Shepparton Townships Framework Plan Review complements and builds upon the work undertaken through the Greater Shepparton Housing Strategy 2011, and seeks to update the framework plans for each of the nine townships within the municipality.

The review assesses each township against a number of criteria but, importantly, recognises that each township is different and that a ‘one size fits all approach’ is not always appropriate. Congupna, Dookie, Katandra West, Murchison, Merrigum, Tallygaroopna, Tatura, Toolamba and Old Toolamba, and Undera are the townships included in the review.

To inspect the review visit council offices during office hours, 90 Welsford Street, Shepparton and on the Greater Shepparton City Council website, www.greatershepparton. com.au. Submissions can also be made on the website.

The deadline for submissions is 5pm, Friday, April 27.

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Take the family out this Easter Sunday SHARING TRADITIONS THIS EASTER… Moora Working Draught Horse Muster farmer, Rick Talbot.

Photo: Supplied.

I T ’ S d i f f ic u lt for you ng people of today to really understand how hard conditions were for farmers in the years gone by. These days driving a tractor is a completely different experience and without demonstrations such as the Moora Working Draught Horse Muster, it’d be impossible for people to really understand how hard it must’ve been.

The Moora Working Draught Horse Muster is a community based event designed to keep old traditions alive.

Showcasing Horse Drawn Vehicles and Ploughing demonstrations, the event will take place Easter Sunday with gates opening at 9:30am and the horses st a r t work i ng f rom 10 :30 a m u nt i l approximately 4pm depending on the

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conditions. Two Teams of Horses will be doing a reenactment of the building of the Waranga Western Channel that runs 180km from the Waranga Basin to Lake Boga being built with horsepower and men with picks and shovels.

T his is the 10th annual Working Draught Horse Muster at Easter at the Moora Racecourse & Recreation Reserve (7km west of Rushworth). This will be a great family day out with live music and other old fashioned attractions. Entry is $12 for adults $8 pensioners/concession $5 for children and children under 5 enter for free.

For more information visit w w w. mooradraughthorses.wix.com/mwdh

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$73M state-of-the-art court precinct officially opens continued from front page THE design aspirations for the courthouse were to create an architecture that reflects the values of an open, transparent and accessible justice system. Public waiting spaces and courtrooms are generous in scale, calm in character, filled with abundant natural light that connects seamlessly with country.

Local Indigenous artist, Kevin Atkinson was commissioned to create the Koori Court Table to be used in the Koori Courtroom, with his design also incorporated into features throughout the building.

Court Services Victoria chief operating officer, Brian Stevenson said, “The new building sets the standard for future regional court buildings, supporting the functions of a modern multi-jurisdictional facility that will contribute to improving access to justice for the Shepparton community.”

The design aligns to the Court Services Victoria Strategic Asset Plan priorities of ensuring that Victorian court and tribunal buildings are modern, technology enabled, safe, secure and sustainable. The purpose built court supports the needs of all jurisdictions and provides more accessible and responsive services for regional Victoria. The design enables the Supreme,

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COURT NOW IN PROGRESS… Attorney-general, the Honourable Martin Pakula MP addressed hundreds of attendees at the official opening of the new $73M Sheparton Law Court Precinct last week. Photo: Nicholise Garner.

County, Magistrates’, Children’s and Coroner’s Courts, and the Victorian Civil Administrative Tribunal, to hold sittings locally.

Safety is a key feature of the building with entry screening equipment, Court Security Officers and separate areas for opposing parties. The building includes 23 multi-use interview rooms and break out spaces that are available for use by a range of clinical, legal and voluntary service providers.

“Shepparton now has a new, open and welcoming courthouse that will improve the community’s access to justice.

“Court users and support services will have access to dedicated spaces to discuss issues privately. The Koori Court-room has been expanded. Victims of crime and vulnerable witnesses will have separate safe waiting areas and court staff have larger and safer amenities in which to work,” Mr Stevenson said.

A leading designer behind the project Architectus director, Mark Wilde said, “First and foremost, a court building needs to be a welcoming facility. Courts can be a stressful place for people so our focus is to design court buildings which are sensitive and supportive of all its occupants. To bring a sense of calmness to Shepparton Law Courts, we used the region’s ancient R iver Red Gum trees as a reference

throughout the design.

“Nat u ral lig hting was also a key considerat ion g iven t he i mpor t a nce placed on this in recent law court design.

Allowing daylight to enter a space provides a connection to the outside environment and gives those within a sense of time and respite. To achieve consistent light throughout the building, we landed on a two-courts-per-floor design, which eliminated the traditional long corridors and provided a seamless connection between the forecourt, lobby, and court rooms.”

Martin Pakula said, “The Shepparton Law Courts is a state-of-the-art building which will transform the way people in the area access justice services, particularly those affected by family violence.

“This project has created hundreds of jobs in the region and I want to thank everyone for their work and dedication to bring the Shepparton Law Courts to fruition.”

The new Shepparton Law Courts will open to the public on Tuesday, April 3, with the commencement of court sittings. Stage Two works, which include demolition of the old 1980s building, development of a new landscaped forecourt and completion of the main building façade, and the refurbishment of the 1930s courthouse into a Specialist Family Violence Court, is scheduled for completion in late 2018.

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Amendment adopted to safeguard land use and development GREATER Shepparton City Council resolved to adopt the Panel Report, to endorse the Master Plan and adopt Amendment C199 regarding land surrounding and including the Goulburn Valley Harness and Greyhound Racing Facility, to implement its findings at the Ordinary Council Meeting held in October 2017.

The Amendment came into operation on the date that notice was published in the Government Gazette, being March 15, 2018.

Amendment C199 to the Greater Shepparton Planning Scheme (the Amendment) affects approximately 40 hectares of land at 7570, 7580 and 7582 Goulburn Valley Highway, Kialla, including the Goulburn Valley Harness and Greyhound Facility.

The land is affected by the Land Subject to Inundation Overlay (LSIO) and the Floodway Overlay (FO).

The Goulburn Valley Harness and Greyhound Racing Facility attracts approximately 65,000 visitors per annum and, as such, council says it is an important tourism asset for Greater Shepparton.

The Amendment implements the findings of the Investigation Area 1: Feasibility Study and Master Plan, Greater Shepparton City Council, October 2017 (the Master Plan), to safeguard the ongoing use and development of the land for the Goulburn Valley Harness and Greyhound Racing Facility. The Amendment also strengthens policy guidance in Investigation Areas where an Investigation Area study has been completed.

The Master Plan was the subject of public consultation and an Independent Planning Panel over three days from June 28, 2017 to June 30, 2017. The Panel Report was received by council on September 1, 2017 and it detailed the Independent Planning Panel’s findings and recommendations.

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BARELY A CRUMB WAS LEFT… Shirley Garner and Mary Deegan enjoyed every last bite at The Connection’s ‘Rustic High Tea.’ Photo: Nicholise Garner.

Taking a slice of life

By Nicholise Garner MY life is pretty busy from day to day and frankly, between work and six young kids, I don’t very often take time out for catching up with friends and family. On Sunday morning though, I had the pleasure of sharing morning tea with my 88 year old mum, my sister, great nieces and niece-in-law, and her mother, Mary who was visiting from Ireland. Four generations. It was lovely.

I was excited to book at table for my family at The Connection for the ‘Rustic High Tea,’ which is run there on the last Sunday of each month. It was a great opportunity to take some quality time out and with two solid hours of pure indulgence, it was well worth the $50. I highly recommend that people set up an event

for Sunday, April 29, for the 11am or 2pm sittings and gather a group.

We enjoyed a glass of wine, endless teas and coffees and a delicious selection of sandwiches, crepes, cakes, pastries and slices as well as fresh scones, all home made and delicious.

The Connection business owner, Felicia Dean said, “I’m really excited to offer this experience to our locals and I hope that people get on board, if you haven’t yet experienced The Connection, I’d encourage you to come and give it a try.”

The Connection is set right beside SPC KidsTown on the causeway between Mooroopna and Shepparton. Call Felicia on 5821 0600 to book your table.

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GET THE LOOK… traffik sales assistant, Yaasmeen Sali and store manager, Noreen Sali are helping women find the perfect look. Photo: Nicholise Garner.

Be inspired this Autumn

By Nicholise Garner A N YON E who’s l ive d t hei r l i fe i n Shepparton would know that ‘traffik’ has been a long standing fashion icon since 1970. I have teenage memories of shopping there with my friends and the same can be said today, so many years later.

traffik’s store manager Noreen Sali said “traffik is the home of fame name labels like Cue, Bardot, Veronika Maine, Wish, Cooper St, Keepsake and many more. traffik offers our customers a huge range of quality fashion brands in the one location.

“We have new fashion arriving every week. We offer styles that take you from casual, daywear and evening with a great range of accessories. This season, be inspired by lux fabrics, velvet, checks and soft florals in rich autumn winter tones.

Fashion keeps evolving. It’s not just about following one trend. It’s about you and what looks and works best for you as an individual.”

Take a look for yourself. Visit ‘traffik’ on t he corner of M aude and Fr yers Streets, Shepparton.

Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000 or a $5,000 holiday voucher. traffik is a participating business in the 2018 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway.

An extra hour over the Easter long weekend WELL, aren’t we lucky! Not only do we get a four day weekend over the Easter period, but we also get an extra hour with the 2017/18 daylight savings period coming to an end across the state.

The conclusion of this period in 2018 is Sunday, April 1, when clocks will go backwards one hour at 3am.

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While it doesn’t correctly correlate with the name of Australia seasons, a little tip to help you remember when to turn your clocks back an hour and when to turn them forward is ‘Spring Forward and Fall Back’ meaning in spring, you turn your clocks forward and in fall (autumn) you turn your clocks back an hour.

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Fairleys has six months to find tenant T H E land currently occupied by Fairleys SU PA IGA on Numurkah Road is subject to two development applications both of which are before the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT).

In relation to these applications, council at the November 21, 2017 Ordinary Council Meeting (OCM) resolved to not support the proposed redevelopment of the land to accommodate a retail development.

Since the November 2017 OCM, and subsequent council resolution, officers have held further detailed discussions with the applicant.

Officers have also participated in two VCAT compulsory conferences, which have assisted in arriving at a development proposal that has led to a single revised development proposal.

The revised plan (known as the Third Amended Plan Revision B) now provides for a two staged development, approximately 14,225sqm of floor space of which about 13,675sqm is retail

floor space, provision of two 4,000sqm supermarkets one of which is for IGA, five practitioner medical centre, car parking spaces as required by 52.06, traffic lights at the intersection of Hawkins Street and Goulburn Valley Highway, drainage to an upsized regional basin which is known as the ‘Yakka Basin’ and the removal of three Grey Box trees.

Greater Shepparton City Council Mayor, Cr Kim O’Keeffe said, “Lascorp will make a recommendation in June and then a decision will be made. Officers and council cannot pre-judge until then what the outcome will be.”

“From my point of view, council agrees that a second supermarket is warranted in north Shepparton. We are a developing city and this is important in moving forward as a society.

“We want to work with the developers and we encourage progress.”

$4,000 to support men living with prostate cancer

LOCALS SUPPORTING LOCALS… Gavin Pritchett from Lifestyle Villages handed over a cheque for close to $4,000 to GV Health Prostate Cancer specialist nurse, Sonia Strachan last week, which will go towards supporting local men living with prostate cancer. Photo: Supplied.

L A ST week, Gavin Pritchet t from L ifest yle Villages handed over a che que for clo s e to $ 4 , 0 0 0 to GV Health, which will go towards suppor t i ng lo c a l men l iv i ng w it h prostate cancer.

GV Health Prostate Cancer specialist nurse, Sonia Strachan said, “L ifest yle Com mu n ities has g iven a substantial donation to the local prostate cancer service for the last three years.

“They work really hard to raise this money and are very focused that the money stays locally to support local men.

“The ongoing community support to c a ncer ser v ices i n t h is a rea is phenomenal and something we all should be very proud of. We live in an extremely generous community.”

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Urban design guidelines for north and south updated GREATER Shepparton City Council resolved to implement updated urban design guidelines for Shepparton north and Kialla through the Greater Shepparton Planning Scheme, and submit this to the Minister for Planning for final approval at the March Ordinary Council Meeting.

This new planning policy translates the urban design framework and guidance that is included in the Addendum to the Urban Design Framework – Shepparton North and South Business Areas, July 2017 (adopted by council last year) into appropriate planning controls for Shepparton north and Kialla.

In particular, the new controls provide clear and robust guidelines for developers regarding building design, height and setbacks, fences, parking and access, landscaping and

advertising signage.

Amendment C196 to the Greater Shepparton Planning Scheme seeks to include the adopted Addendum to the Urban Design Framework – Shepparton North and South Business Areas, July 2017 in the Greater Shepparton Planning Scheme as a reference document and implement the findings and recommendations through a new Design and Development Overlay in Shepparton north, and a revised Design and Development Overlay in Kialla.

Amendment C196 was exhibited from August 3, 2017 to September 4, 2017. Council received 11 submissions in total. Six of these submissions objected or requested changes to the Amendment and could not be resolved.

As such, all submissions were referred to an Independent

Planning Panel appointed by the Minister for Planning for consideration.

A Panel Hearing was held early this year in Shepparton and a report from the Independent Planning Panel was received last month. The Independent Planning Panel recommended that the planning controls be adopted by council with some changes as discussed at the Panel Hearing.

At the March Ordinary Council Meeting, Council considered the report from the Independent Planning Panel and resolved to adopt the recommendations in the report, adopt Amendment C196 with the changes recommended by the Independent Planning Panel and submit it to the Minister for Planning for final approval.

Keeping it creative at Printworks WORKING TO MAKE IT UNIQUE… Printworks offer a range of design and printing services. From left, graphic designer, Aaron Palmer and business co-owners Kaye and Ken Faulkner. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

NOT everyone has an eye for design, others do, but don’t know how to translate it into print. Printworks business owner Ken Faulkner has been in the Printing busi ness for 35 yea rs and believes Printworks’ graphic design capabilities as being a real point of difference.

Ken said, “At Printworks, we’re really lucky to have graphic designer, Aaron Palmer working with us. Aaron’s ability means that we’re able to provide our clients with the complete package, including creative work, as well as supplying print and promotional material.”

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imagination, let Aaron come up with some creative concepts to help you get the cutting edge when it comes to your promotions.

From developing logos for your business cards, to a wide range of promotional materials, the team at Printworks will help to deliver the right product for you.

Visit Printworks at 195 Corio Street, Shepparton.

Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000 or a $5,000 holiday voucher.

Printsworks is a participating business in the 2018 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway.

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Local gives back using green thumb

By David Lee IT all started when local resident, Paul Shaw noticed that his neighbour’s lawn was as high as their fence, which led him to get out his lawnmower and lend a hand. His good nature has since continued over the past 12 months, with Paul travelling around north Shepparton and tending to yards of those who can’t do it themselves.

Having noticed his generosity, the Victorian Public Tenants Association wanted to help Paul continue his work, making a donation of $1,000 towards a new trailer that he can use to cart his equipment around in as well as complete other jobs.

Paul said, “It’s hard for some people who for various reasons cannot do their lawns or clear away rubbish on their own. I’m not there to judge them on why they cannot do it, I’m just there to lend a hand.

“I don’t ask for payment, but some people do give me a little, which I put back into the community by using it to pay for rubbish removal at the tip.

“Three quarters of the money I have been given over the past 12 months went back to helping others.

“I’m humbled to be able to help others and I hope to inspire others to get out and do the same.”

If you require Paul’s assistance and you live in north Shepparton, phone him on 0497 748 371.

COMMITTING GOOD DEEDS… Local resident, Paul Shaw has been lending the people of north Shepparton a hand with their yard work, walking around and mowing lawns and completing other jobs without asking for payment.

Because of this, the Victorian Public Tenants Association decided to donate $1,000 towards a trailer so that he can continue the good work he is doing. Photo: David Lee.

2018 ceramic award shortlisted artists announced SHEPPARTON Art Museum (SAM) has announced the seven shortlisted artists who will present work in the 2018 Indigenous Ceramic Award (ICA) in August this year.

The 2018 shortlisted artists include Dean Cross, Worimi, ACT, Jackie Wirramanda, Wergaia, VIC, Jan Goongaja Griffiths, Miriwoong / Ngarinyman – Waringarri Aboriginal Arts, WA, Janet Fieldhouse, Torres Strait Islands, QLD, Jock Puautjimi, Tiwi – Tiwi Design Aboriginal Corporation, NT, Penny Evans, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, NSW and Yhonnie Scarce, Kokatha/Nukunu, SA. The seven shortlisted applicants have been invited to present a substantial body of new work for display at SAM from August 25 to

November 11. Accompanying the exhibition will be a series of public programs and associated events that will provide skills and knowledge exchange. A full colour exhibition catalogue will also be produced and available for purchase from the SAM shop.

Judging the finalist in the 2018 ICA are associate lecturer of Indigenous art, University of Sydney, Stephen Gilchrist, First Peoples Department at Museums Victoria manager, Genevieve Grieves SAM director, Dr Rebecca Coates.

The winner of the $20,000 acquisitive prize will be announced at the exhibition’s official opening event on Saturday, August 25 at SAM.

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A little gourmet this Easter

DELICASIES GALORE THIS EASTER… Europa Deli and Café business owners, Joe and Anna Mallamaci with some of their Easter baskets. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

EUROPA Deli and Café has fast become a family favourite in Shepparton. Any time you go in, you’ll see a bustle of activity with each and every staff member actively engaged in serving customers, whether it be helping them with some of their deli groceries or cleaning, tidying and replenishing tables or making some of their delicious fresh lunches, you won’t be kept waiting.

Europa Deli and Café business owners, Joe and A nna Mallamaci should be

very proud of the service they offer their customers. Not only do Joe and Anna go out of their way to source unique food products for individuals, but this Easter they have created a variety of gourmet Easter baskets full of delicacies to delight anyone.

Visit Joe and Anna at Europa Deli and Café this week to find the perfect Easter gift for your loved ones or even for yourself.

Open from 7:30am to 3pm on Easter Saturday, treat yourself to a great coffee in

a fantastic atmosphere next time you’re in town.

Find Europa Deli and Café at 37 Vaughan Street, Shepparton or phone 5831 3109 to order your Easter gift basket.

Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $25,000 or a $5,000 holiday voucher.

Europa Deli and Café is a participating business in the 2018 GMCU $30,000 Giveaway.

Proportion of Victorians killed in older vehicles hits record high VICTORIANS are being urged to prioritise safety when buying a vehicle, after new data revealed more than two thirds of drivers and passengers killed on our roads last year were in a vehicle built more than 10 years ago.

The Transport Accident Commission (TAC) research also revealed that in the past five years, Victorians were two times more likely to be killed if they were in a vehicle older than 10 years.

This is in part due to the fact safety features such as autonomous emergency braking (AEB), electronic stability control (ESC), and side curtain airbags are not as common on older cars.

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importance of getting safer vehicles onto Victorian roads and reducing the average age of the state’s fleet.

“Our message to anyone buying a car – new or used – is to buy the safest car you can,” Ms Cockfield said.

“We know older vehicles are less likely to have some of these safety technologies, meaning they pose a higher risk of being involved in a crash and provide less protection for drivers and passengers.”

For comprehensive information on how to purchase the safest car you can afford, visit www.howsafeisyourcar.com.au or www. howsafeisyourfirstcar.com.au

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WALKING FOR THOSE BATTLING CANCER… Local resident, Amanda Bentley has been completing the Cancer Council’s The March Charge Walk challenge where she has been aiming to walk 300km and raise $1,000 to help those battling cancer. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

By David Lee TATURA resident, 21 year old Amanda Bentley is just days away from completing her 300km walking target as part of her Cancer Council’s The March Charge Walk where she hopes to raise $1,000 for those battling cancer.

Amanda’s mother passed away 13 years ago after battling bowel cancer, and her cousin was recently given the all clear with

her tongue cancer battle, which has been the drive behind getting involved in the challenge.

Amanda said, “Sadly cancer still takes too many of us. Research sees more people than ever surviving cancer but we’ve still got a way to go.

“My cousin has been through a lot, which was a big motivator for me.

“Before the challenge, I would try to do at least 10,000 steps a day, but to get the

kilometres up during the challenge I have been having to do a bit more at night.

“Most people around my age don’t think too much about cancer or that they can get it, so doing something like this challenge is important to build awareness.”

To provide support to Amanda, visit www.themarchcharge.com.au/fundraisers/ amandabentley/the-march-charge-walk-2018

Ratcliffe claims GV Junior A Grade Title G O U L B U R N Va l l e y S qu a s h C lu b welcomed Victoria’s best junior squash players to Shepparton on Sunday, March 11 for the annual GV Junior squash open, where local star, Ben Ratcliffe claimed the A Grade title at the Goulburn Valley Junior Age tournament.

Ratcliffe continued his strong start to 2018 after claiming the Tasmanian Junior Open earlier this month.

It was a dominant performance from the 18-year-old, who didn’t drop a game for the tournament, eventually defeating Daniel Chu 11-5 11-3 11-7 in his final game to claim victory.

In the A Reserve division, second seed, Quade Kieser emerged victorious, going undefeated to claim the A Reserve title despite some fierce competition from Eishaanii Sukunesan, defeating her in a five-

game match in one of the closest contests of the tournament.

B Grade finished in seeding order, with first seed, Chris Haines taking out the division, with Spencer and Philip Gerontzos finishing second and third respectively.

Courtney Scholtz took out the B Reserve competition despite a five-game scare from Gabrielle Baines.

C Grade saw Blayne Thompson win some tough matches to claim the title for the division over Aryan Madan.

Joanne Joseph turned the tables in C Reserve, upsetting first seed, Stephanie Dyer to claim the division comfortably while Rahul Daudia claimed the D Grade title.

The next Junior Age tournament will be the 2018 MDSA Junior Age in Melton on April 15.

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Students recognised for achieving goals

Holdens newest and finest Over the past week, Thompson Holden has put the newest and finest Holdens on display at the Shepparton Marketplace and will be thee until 5pm today showing off the Calais Tourer, which is a V6 all wheel drive, the Equinox LT, which is a mid size SUV with five seats, the Equinox LTZV, which is top of the range and the all new Commodore VXR, which is a V6 all wheel drive with a lift back and was only released at the start of March. To check out the new range of Holden vehicles, drop into Thompson Holden, 340 Midland Highway, Shepparton. From left, Thompson Holden sales consultants, Sedat Ciftci and Zach Wright, sales manager, Gino Meneghetti and marketing manager, Corey Jinnette. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

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OUTSTANDING ACHIEVERS… From left, GOTAFE acting CEO, Jennifer Oliver, outstanding health student, Elif Coskun and team leader for health, Jen Woods. Photo: Supplied.

G OTA F E celebrated the success of their students recently with an Awards Recognition Ceremony held at the GV Hotel Shepparton.

The event recognised students who successfully completed their studies in 2017 within the services sector including business, it, community services and health.

Two students, Elif Coskun (Diploma of Nursing) and Adam Glasson (Diploma of Leadership and Management) were awarded the Outstanding Student Award for their respective areas.

GOTAFE team leader for health, Jen Woods said, “Elif applied herself to study from the very first day.

“Students and colleagues are drawn to her with her approachable nature.

“Elif has been a pleasure to have in the classroom and has grown into a colleague by becoming a nurse.

“Elif upholds the professional values in nursing including respect, integrity and responsiveness.

“From all the GOTAFE nursing team we wish her all the best for the future.”

GOTAFE trainer, Tim Born said, “Adam is a great communicator and used the skills he learned in generating feedback from the team to improve his skills as a manager and leader.

“Adam acted with great integrity, honesty and was always helping other students achieve their goals.

“He has applied what he has learned to become a better manager and leader.”

GOTAFE executive manager, Louise Pearce was excited to catch up with the students to find out where their training has taken them.

“We are excited to see these newly qu a l i f ie d s t udent s ent er t he lo c a l workforce and use their skills to better the community.

“GOTAFE is dedicated to providing regional students with access to unique programs, facilities and pathways to university.”

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Free keys2drive lesson now!

VICTORIAN learner drivers are invited to take advantage of the national keys2drive learner driver safety program and receive a free lesson with a keys2drive accredited driving instructor.

Lyndas L2Ps business owner, Lynda Hurrey is thrilled to now be an accredited keys2drive instructor and be able to offer her clients a free lesson, funded by the Federal Government.

Lynda said, “It’s vital that drivers learn it right from the start and I take great pride in my ability to get excellent results with my students.”

Single driving lessons are $60 or get five lessons for $250 paid up-front. Gift vouchers are also available. Call Lynda to book your driving lesson on 0402 002 719.

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BOOK YOUR FREE LESSON TODAY… Lynda’s L’s 2 P’s business owner, Lynda Hurrey is an accredited keys2drive driving instructor. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

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Each week there will be a prize of $50 to be spent at any of the 19 supporting business houses.

All you have to do is place a tick against the football team that you think will win each game. Be careful with your selections as only correct entries will go into the draw for the weekly $50 voucher.

If no correct entry is received the prize will jackpot each week until a correct entry is submitted.

Entries will only be accepted at the office, 219-225 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, no later than 5pm on each Friday during 2018, unless stated otherwise due to matches being played outside the normal weekend. Entries must be on original forms – no faxes or photocopies will be accepted and only one entry per household is permitted. The judge’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

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Friday, March 30 Shepp United ............v .............. Shepparton Saturday, March 31 Echuca ......................v .........................Tatura Saturday, April 7 Benalla .......................v .................... Seymour

MATT CHILCOTT Shepparton Echuca

KIM O’KEEFFE Shepparton Tatura

DAMIAN DRUM Shepparton Echuca

DAVID FOX Shepparton Echuca

JACQUI HUDGSON Shepparton Echuca

KYLE POWER Shepparton Echcua

SUZANNA SHEED Shepparton Echuca

JOHN RYAN Shepparton Echuca

MARTIN GLEESON Shepparton Echuca

PHANTOM Shepparton United Tatura

Shepparton ...............v ..................Rochester Euroa ..........................v ........... Shepp United Shepp Swans ............v .................. Mansfield Mooroopna...............v ................... Kyabram

GVFL Seniors 2017 Ladder Kyabram ......................................................72 Shepparton ..................................................56 Seymour........................................................52 Euroa ............................................................52 Rochester ....................................................48 Benalla .........................................................40 Echuca ........................................................32 Mansfield .....................................................24 Tatura ............................................................20 Shepparton United ....................................16 Mooroopna .................................................12 Shepparton Swans .......................................8

GVNL Seniors 2017 Ladder Kyabram ......................................................72 Shepparton ..................................................60 Shepparton United ....................................48 Benalla .........................................................46 Shepparton Swans .....................................42 Echuca ........................................................38 Euroa ............................................................38 Mooroopna .................................................32 Seymour........................................................20 Rochester ....................................................16 Tatura ............................................................14 Mansfield .......................................................6

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Mooroopna Football Club Favourite position: Full Forward Date and place of birth: 4-121981, Shepparton Height: 192cm Weight: 92kg First played: GVFL in 2000 with Shepparton United Games played: 300 plus Football honours: 1997 Best and Fairest Undera thirds, 2007 Captain Mooroopna Football Club, played rep footy for KDFL, MFL, GVFL and won the 2008 VCVF Championships Martial status: Engaged Children: Ella and Remir Brothers/sisters: three brothers and one sister Occupation: Facilities Manager School/s attended: Mooroopna High School Car: Toyota Hilux

Favourite pastimes/hobbies: Hunting and fishing Favourite food: Chicken Favourite drink: Beer Favourite singer/group: Johnny Cash Favourite holiday spot: Thailand and Bali Favourite TV show: Footy Show Biggest influence on career: Father, Barry Osborne Routine before a match: Have a good meal in the morning. Use the roller for half an hour. Go to the supermarket and get banana lollies and a protein bar Biggest disappointment: Losing the 2011 MFL Grand Final Biggest thrill: Winning the 2008 VCFL Championships Nickname: Ozzie Favourite ground: Cobram Football Ground Football ambition: Get through this year

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Squash clubs round 8 results GV SQUASH & Racquetball Club hosts weekly squash competitions on Tuesday and Thursday nights. These are mixed competitions open to junior, male and female competitors.

Players are graded according to ability and range from beginners to experienced players. The competitions are run over a 12-14 week period in a season and culminate in a series of finals with winning teams and players awarded prizes. In addition to the competition nights, the club invites casual players of both squash and racquetball Monday to Friday from 5:30pm to 7:30pm.

ROUND 8 20/03/18

Round 8 15/03/18

Neatline Homes (2 R 6 G)

Total Plaster Supplies (2 R 7 G)

def. Eagle Autos (1 R 5 G) Snelling Engineering (2 R 8 G) def. Cheeky Cider (2 R 7 G) Total Plaster Supplies (3 R 9 G) def. Shepp Sports Physio (1 R 7 G) Bendigo Bank (2 R 10 G) def. Mooroopna Golf Club (1 R 8 G)

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def. Mooroopna Golf Club (2 R 6 G) Snelling Engineering (3 R 9 G) def. Shepp Sports Physio (1 R 6 G) Eagle Autos (2 R 6 G) def. Neatline Homes (1 R 4 G) Cheeky Cider (2 R 10 G) def. Maxam Printing (2 R 8 G)

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Snelling Engineering .......... 67 ..................5...................72

Snelling Engineering........... 67 ..................8...................75

Bendigo Bank...................... 61 ...................6...................67

Cheeky Cider....................... 66 ..................6...................72

Mooroopna Golf Club....... 60 ..................5...................65

Total Plaster Supplies ........ 50 ...................6...................56

Eagle Auto’s......................... 60 ..................4...................64

S. S. & S. P........................... 51 ...................2...................53

S. S. & S. P ......................... 50 ...................3...................53

Mooroopna Golf Club....... 48 ..................4...................52

Total Plaster Supplies ......... 45 ...................4...................49

Eagle Autos......................... 46 ..................2...................48

Neatline Homes ................. 37 ...................3...................40

Maxam Printing................. 45 ...................1...................46

Cheeky Cider....................... 35 ...................1...................36

Neatline Homes ................. 42 ...................3...................45

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GVL history on display S GV L H A LL of Fame legend, Robbie O r r m a n of f ic i a l ly op ene d t he ne w G V L H all Of Fa me a nd Honou r B oa rd d isplay re c ent ly at t he A F L Goulburn Murray office at Kialla Park Community Centre.

After the inaugural inductions in 2014 and two subsequent inductions in 2015 and 2016, the Goulburn Valley League’s Hall of Fame now has a permanent interac tive display available for the public.

To maximise the space available and ensure the display was able to evolve with the times, the decision was made to digitise all Hall of Fame and honour board information and have it accessible through an interactive, touch screen display.

GV L board member, Hall of Fame chai rman and member, Freddo M c M a h o n s a i d , “A s p a r t o f t h e planning process with the new offices at AFL Goulburn Murray this concept of an innovative display was decided upon

as the most appropriate and effective way of presenting the GVL history and memorabilia.

“We now have our old trophy cabinet on display and have brought our honour boards and Hall of Fame information i nto t h e 21s t c e nt u r y t h rou g h a n interactive touch screen display.

“T he added beaut y of this system is that we can continue to add future inductees and more information without significant outlay, the possibilities are endless.”

GOTAFE GVL chairman, David Roff said, “The board is extremely pleased with the completion of this display, and invite members of the public with an interest in GOTAFE GVL football and netball, to call into the office and view the display.

“We are also very pleased to see many of our Hall of Fame members and family representatives here today to the official opening.”

Free and low cost activities this school holidays

MAKING THE HOLIDAYS SPECIAL… From left, (back) - Enchanted Rainbow proprietor, Shelley Davis, GSCC healthy communities officers, Carmen Nicholson and Jenna Neville, Start Outdoors owner, Kim Merkel and It’s Jumping Time Party Castles owner, Rowan Simpson. (Front) - sparkle fairy, Charlotte Merkel, Enchanted Rainbow event coordinator, Eva-Rose Davis, human resources manager, Caitlyn Hay and It’s Jumping Time Party Castles owner, Leonie Simpson. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

THE Activities in the Park program was developed by Greater Shepparton City Council’s Active Living Department, as part of the Get Mooving Greater Sheppar ton I nitiative. T he prog ram provides a range of free and low cost activities for Greater Shepparton residents and visitors, encouraging people to be outdoors, physically active and engaging with their community.

This April there is a bounty of free

activities scheduled including casual hooping, circus skills, Function Fitness, Kelly Sports, kite making, Munzee, orienteering, canoeing, pedal carts, golf, tennis and African drumming, star gazing, spotlight walk and yoga to name a few of the free activities planned.

Visit www.getmoovingshepparton.com. au/activities-in-the-park to see the timetable for Activities in the Park.

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