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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 15, 2018

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A new simple solution for time poor Aussies! TO HELP everyday Aussies ensure they are snacking on the right things when the mid-morning or 3pm munchies hit, SPC is launching three new pouch pack ranges to assist kids and adults in their pursuit. Often challenged with balancing a healthy lifestyle amongst a demanding daily schedule, many Australian’s struggle to reach for the right snacks or fill their children’s lunchboxes with things that are nutritious yet enticing. Continued on page 14 EXCITEMENT IN THE AIR FOR 2019 SHEPPARTON FESTIVAL… Shepparton Festival chair, Fiona Smolenaars is excited about the new theme and times for next year’s Shepparton Festival. Photo: Sharelle Jarvis.

New look, new time for festival full of stories SHEPPARTON Festival has announced a new look and new time for next year’s festival of events, which is focused on the local community sharing their stories. The new theme, titled ‘story bowl,’ will now run from March 15 to 31 and the new concept design holds a retro vibe that

showcases fruit that has been transformed into mouths with various expressions. Creative director, Crag Carrick said, “We decided on the new theme name wh ich is based on t he not ion t hat Shepparton is the foodbowl of Victoria. “Being fairly new to Shepparton, I’ve

heard there are a lot of stories in the area surrounding the different cultures and those who have helped to build the region through the agriculture and secondary industries. Continued on page 13

NEWS

Bus services need to serve community INDEPENDENT Member for Shepparton District, Suzanna Sheed says it’s time Shepparton and Mooroopna had a bus service that catered to the community’s needs.

Ms Sheed said bus services in Shepparton district were sorely lacking, with no substantial updates to the network taking place in nearly 10 years. She said the local bus timetables and routes did not reflect the growing and changing face of the region and has called on the government to undertake a comprehensive review of the service. “Our towns are growing quickly, yet the bus

service is not keeping pace,” Ms Sheed said. “New housing developments are springing up across Shepparton and Mooroopna that aren’t being reached, and for those that do have access to the network, the limited scheduling of buses between about 7am and 6pm mean they often can’t get to where they need to go when they need to be there. “It’s astonishing really, that the first town bus

of the day arrives at the Shepparton Railway Station ten minutes after the 6:28am train has left for Melbourne and of course the only other weekday morning train left more than an hour earlier. “It is time the Shepparton and Mooroopna networks are also reviewed so steps can be taken to realign the services to the community’s current and future needs.”

Record entries and superb quality wines THE judging is complete and the winners have been announced for the 15th annual Dookie Wine Show, 2018. This year saw a record high number of entries in the Dookie Wine Show and with a surprise increase in numbers and quality in ‘other white wines.’ Overall Allira has been a proven performer in the Goulburn Valley for the last 10 years. Maygar’s Hill is always up there in contention to win a class and in recent years St. Anne’s Winery from Perricoota (just outside of Echuca) have been doing well at the Dookie Wine Show. Gapsted Winery from the King Valley was a new entry to the show winning two classes and Antcliff’s Winery also entered the show for the first time and won the ‘Other Whites’ class, which was the strongest class overall. Dookie Wine Show chair, Paul Phillips said, “Overall the wines this year have been outstanding in quality and particularly in the area of Shiraz and ‘other white wines,’ the bar has been well and truly lifted. Now we look forward to the Dookie Wine Show dinner where the wine of the show will be unveiled.”

15 YEARS OF THE DOOKIE WINE SHOW… Dookie Wine Show chair and Phillips Cellars business owner, Paul Phillips talks about the winning wines and standard of quality for this year’s Dookie Wine Show. Photo: Sharelle Jarvis.

Those interested in attending the Dookie Wine Show dinner on Tuesday, September 18 can book by calling GOTAFE on 1300 468 233. Bookings are essential. Call 1300 GOTAFE (468 233) or visit www.gotafe.vic.edu.au/campus-life/restaurants

Shepparton TODAY Cloudy. Medium (50%) chance of showers in the morning and afternoon.

High 16º

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Sunrise: 7:01am Sunset: 5:44pm

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22.4mm this month

% Full 58.85 57.58

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Current Vol (ML) 1,962,077 248,964

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NEWS

Liaqat wows judges to win #ShepPROUD H NOW in its third year, The Community F u n d G o u l b u r n Va l l e y ’s 2 0 18 #ShepPROUD Youth Video Competition has, once again, revealed many hidden and talented young video artists in the Greater Shepparton region along with their positive stories about where they live, work, study and play! The #ShepPROU D competition was held over two months and culminated on Wed nesday, Aug ust 1, w it h t he announcement of the winner of the competition, a new local, Liaqat Ahmadi, with his video titled, ‘New in the Town.’ The runner-up was L .Y.D.A (Leaders of Youth Diversity & Action) with their catchy music video, ‘We are Shepparton.’

Liaqat’s three minute video tells of his dream to live in a town where he is free to go anywhere. Growing up in Pakistan and recently arriving in Shepparton, Liaqat was in search of a place where he would be able to live happily and be free to go anywhere. Stating that, ‘I now have a better life, better education, better community, better environment and more opportunities.’ The winning video was one of eight shortlisted local videos judged by a panel of independent community members. The Community Fund Goulburn Valley,

Andrea McNab CEO said, “The quality of messages in each of the videos were so positive...the judges had a difficult task but were unanimous in their choice of a winner. “As in the past, we are delighted with the outcome of this year’s #ShepPROUD competition. These young people are our future and our future is looking bright! “These videos tell us that our young people love where they live, work and study and are happy to share their passion with us,” Andrea said.

NEW TO TOWN… Relatively new local resident, Liaqat Ahmadi has taken out the first place title in this year’s #ShepPROUD Youth Video Competition for his video titled, ‘New in the Town.’ Photo: Supplied.

Aquamoves goes platinum SHEPPARTON’S Aquamoves has been accredited with Life Saving Victoria’s (LSV’s) prized Platinum Pool award, joining an exclusive club of just 24 Victorian aquatic facilities currently holding the accreditation. Platinum Pool status is awarded to aquatic facilities providing outstanding levels of safety. To achieve the award Aquamoves had to undertake a rigorous series of assessments to ensure it met all of LSV’s criteria for the accreditation. L S V g e ne ra l m a n a ge r - publ i c training and pool safety, Andy Dennis said the award is a way of recognising those facilities that have attained the highest level of safety requirements and standards. “The award is similar to accrediting a lifesaver, and therefore facilities must undergo a thorough assessment of their skills and performance and attain a high standard throughout,” Mr Dennis said. “We are very selective when awarding

Platinum Pool accreditation. LSV must be satisfied that exemplary levels of aquatic safety are being achieved and constantly maintained before the award is issued.” Greater Shepparton City Council Director Community, Kaye Thomson said Aquamoves’ achievement is made even more significant by being the only centre outside of metro Melbourne and Geelong to have ever been accredited with the award. “A rural centre achieving the required compliance score of 100 percent is certainly industry leading and something that requires an exemplary commitment to staff training and a diligent adherence to operating procedures,” Ms Thomson said. “The Aquamoves team hold safety as a major pillar of success in their strategic plan and it is something they are absolutely committed to maintaining and continually improving upon year on year.”

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NEWS

Six new nominated for excellence in their workplaces WEEK nine of the 2018 White King – Pental 95.3 Triple M Business Awards has seen another six local businesses nominated for excellence in their workplaces. The Deck has taken out a nomination under the Entrepreneur of the Year Award category, David Powels Kitchens apprentice, Emily McClure has received a nomination under the Apprentice/Trainee of the Year Award category, Advance Computing was nominated under the GV Healthy Workplace Award category, Rankin Plumbing took out a nomination under the Customer Service of the Year – Trade category, JH & CO Management Pty Ltd received a nomination under the Business Award – Professional category and iPlay Shepparton took out a nomination under the Best New Business - Under Two Years category. All nominees will have the opportunity to attend the Gala Dinner and Awards Evening on Friday, November 2 at the Eastbank Centre, where winners of each category will be named. Nominations can be made in-store at participating businesses, online at www.sheppartonchamber.com.au/awards or via post by sending a completed nomination form to Business Awards, PO Box 364, Shepparton 3630.

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ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR… From left, White King-Pental team leader/liquids, Peter Woods, The Deck business owner, Frankie Lagana (Entrepreneur of the Year Award) and Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry membership consultant, Edwina Dooley. Photos: Nicholise Garner.

APPRENTICE/TRAINEE OF THE YEAR… From left, White King-Pental team leader/liquids, Peter Woods, David Powles Kitchens apprentice, Emily McClure (Apprentice/Trainee of the Year Award) and GOTAFE partnership engagement manager, Susan Huffer.

GV HEALTHY WORKPLACE… From left, White KingPental team leader/liquids, Peter Woods, Advance Computing director, Chris Motton (GV Healthy Workplace Award) and GV Health executive director workforce, Stacey Weeks.

NEWS

BEST NEW BUSINESS UNDER TWO YEARS … From left, White KingPental production officer, Hayden Brennen, iPlay Shepparton business owner, Josh Sleeth (Best New Business - Under Two Years) and Greater Shepparton Business centre acting business development coordinator, Lisa Kubeil.

BUSINESS AWARD… From left, White KingPental production officer, Hayden Brennen, JH & CO Management Pty Ltd client services manager, Carly Duckworth and financial accountant, Lisa Brook (Business Award Professional) and WIN TV sales executive, De’arne Treacy.

CUSTOMER SERVICE OF THE YEAR… From left, White King-Pental production officer, Hayden Brennen, Rankin Plumbing senior plumber gasfitter, Corey Sharp (Customer Service of the Year - Trade) and Shepparton Chamber of Commerce and Industry board member, Matt Kington.

Increasing number of Victorians believe lowlevel speeding is okay AN INCREASING number of Victorians believe they should be able to exceed speed limits, according to the Transport Accident Commission’s (TAC) annual survey of the state’s motorists. The TAC has released findings from the 2017 Road Safety Monitor, a survey of 1,742 Victorians, which shows fewer people support a ‘low tolerance’ approach to speeding. Thirty-five percent of respondents believed drivers should be able to drive up to 105km/h in a 100km/h zone, a proportion which has risen from 24 percent in 2013. Similarly, 13 percent of respondents believed driving up to 65 km/h in a 60-zone was acceptable, compared with eight percent in 2013. TAC chief executive officer, Joe Calafiore said speed remained one of the biggest factors causing death and serious injuries on Victorian roads. “The majority of Victorians are law-abiding motorists and understand the dangers of speeding, even at low levels,” Mr Calafiore said. “While our research shows the majority of people don’t speed at all, an increasing proportion of motorists still see low-level speeding as acceptable. “We understand that some in the community would like to drive faster, but we can never value a couple of minutes in reduced travel time ahead of our lives and the lives of others.” Mr Calafiore said the risk of crashing and being seriously injured or killed increased with even small increments in travel speed. “While speed is not always the cause of a crash, the speed of a vehicle at impact will always determine the extent of the injuries that result,” Mr Calafiore said. “Imagine if someone you cared about never came home because someone wanted to get home a little sooner.”

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EVENTS

COMMUNITY CONNECT

SHEPPARTON MARKETPLACE RAISE MONEY FOR GV HEALTH… After the success of last year’s event, Shepparton Marketplace will be donating all gold coin entries paid on Saturday, August 18 to the Children’s Ward at GV Health. Photo: Supplied.

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.

Gold coin donation to make a huge difference FOR one day only, on Saturday, August 18, Shepparton Marketplace will host a community event that aims to give back to the local community and make a difference to the lives of local children by supporting the important work at GV Health Up to 1,500 children aged under 10 are admitted to hospitals throughout Australia every day. Raising money for local hospitals to support families is therefore as important to our local communities as ever. After the success of last year’s event, Shepparton Marketplace is one of 10 Dexus managed shopping centres nationally that will charge a gold coin donation upon entry to the centre on this community day. Funds raised will directly support the Children’s Ward at GV Health.

Shepparton Marketplace, centre manager, Theresa Lowe said, “Supporting local families with young children is central to Shepparton Marketplace. We see this as an important way to continue our effort in giving back and making a difference in our community.” The centre will be transformed with ‘BIG Change for small change!’ theming, special offers from retailers and a program of free entertainment and events. Theresa said, “Everyone has come together to create a full program of entertainment, offers and fun for the community to enjoy. We invite everyone to join us and raise much needed funds for local children’s health services on this day.” For more information on the program of events visit Sheppartonmarketplace.com.au

UPCOMING A FATHER’S DAY DINNER DANCE will be held on August 24 at the Tatura Italian Social Club, 45 Martin Street, Tatura from 7pm with doors opening at 6pm. All members of the community are invited to attend. An Italian meal will be served. Bookings are essential by Wednesday, August 22. To book or for further information, phone Andrea on 5821 5347 or on 0437 923 215, or Vince and Roas on 5821 7599, Peter and Rosetta on 5829 0067 or 0407 848 155, Attilio on 0407 099 345. Cost is $25 for adults and $12 for children. SHEPPARTON POLIO SUPPORT GROUP MEETING will be held in the Milne Bay Room, Shepparton RSL on Tuesday, September 4 from 11:30am to 1:30pm. Guest speaker is Rural Allied Health Team occupational therapist, Sam McKenzie McHarg on ‘Is your home safe for you- now and in the future?’ RSVP to Rhonda White on 1800 222 582 (select option 4). ONGOING ORCHARD DAY CLUB meets on the second and fourth Thursday of each month from 10:30am to 2:30pm at the Shepparton RSL for friendly company, gentle exercises, mind games, cards, guest speakers, bus tours and a delicious lunch. All ages and genders are welcome. Phone Judy on 5823 5941 or Betty on 5821 3838. GOULBURN VALLEY TYPE ONE Peer Support Group Shepparton provides support for people living with Type 1 diabetes and meets on the first Monday of every month from 7:30pm at GV Health Community T herapy Ro om , G ra h a m S t re e t i n Shepparton. Enquiries, email gvtopsgroup@ gmail.com or phone 5832 2674. THE BIBLE JESUS: If you are seeking understanding, clarification and answers 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. CAMPASPE REGIONAL LIBRARY 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. SHEPPARTON SUNSET CWA meets on the second Monday of each month at the Shepparton Agricultural Society, 275 High Street, Shepparton at 7pm. New members are welcome. For further information, please phone Melanie Sezun on 0429 404 759. 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 Tell us about your ‘not for profit’ community events, email classifieds@sheppartonadviser. com.au or fax 5832 8920 (information is required at least 2 weeks before an event)

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LETTERS

OPINION

Letters to the Editor

We welcome letters to the Editor but they are not guaranteed to be included and may be edited for reasons of style or content. Letters will not be eligible for consideration if they contain defamatory material, or information of a personal nature which is not in the public domain.

ON THE BUS TIMETABLE Dear Editor, I write regarding an article ‘Bus service review overdue: MP’ recently published in a local paper in which the Member for Shepparton Suzanna Sheed once again follows the lead of the Liberal Party on policy for Shepparton, this time by calling for a review of the town bus timetable to better connect with passenger rail services. Ms Sheed has been quick to trumpet Labor’s token addition to passenger rail services over the past four years but has

now finally identified a major flaw; that the current bus timetable does not match with the departure times of trains leaving the Shepparton station. Any changes to passenger rail services should also include a review of current bus timetables to ensure users can get to the Shepparton station and catch their preferred train. Unfortunately Labor hasn’t done this work. In contrast, the Liberal Party’s election com m it ment - wh ich wou ld double the amount of services to eight return train services every weekday between Shepparton and Melbourne - also includes a thorough review of all bus timetables to ensure they connect with departing trains, including Shepparton local town services and connecting services from Tatura, Numurkah etc. It is clear that Ms Sheed is now playing catch up on the Liberal Party’s rail commitment. Yours sincerely, Wendy Lovell Liberal Member for Northern Victoria Region

PUT ASIDE THE BASIN PLAN Dear Editor, The best thing the government and the Murray Darling Basin Authority can do for the drought affected areas is put aside the basin plan for 12 to 18 months. Providing environmental water to our farmers so they can grow fodder and food to get us through this dry period, currently there is about 3.5 Sydney Harbours of environmental water in storages. The Murray and its tributaries have had many environmental flows over the past several years and are designed to go years without flooding. So, use the water put aside for the next year’s environmental flows towards farmers who are prepared to grow fodder and food to get us through this drought. The need to do this is more important than ever. If you are willing to gamble on the drought breaking in the next few months then you are happy to gamble with Australians lives, mental health and well being. Allocating some environmental water to farmers to grow fodder and food, without paybacks and financial gain will really show that social, economic and environmental outcomes are on equal footing. You have the power to do something, don’t be the ones who destroy people’s lives. Yours sincerely, Luke Harrington Deniliquin

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Maude Street Mall decision imminent

T H E Sheppa r ton Chamber of Commerce & I ndustr y holds a very positive outlook on the future of the Shepparton CBD and considers that the revitalisation of the central business district starts with the adoption of one of the four plans currently before council. President, Carl Hainsworth said, “Of those four options, whichever is adopted at the September meeting of council, this will identify a working document that can be modified, adapted, changed, improved or whatever it takes to create a sophisticated beautiful precinct for business and recreation. “It is imperative that the adopted plan provides a safe environment in which people can move around as pedestrians but also becomes open to a shared traffic space to lessen the congestion in the streets around the CBD and to allow people who may not

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currently be able to access the mall to do so. “It is imperative t h at a s a fe a nd enjoyable children’s playground be i nclude d a nd i n a location close in proximity to the newly refurbished amenities block under the tower in Fraser Street. “It is imperative that any plan maximises the retention of all trees that are healthy and if possible to introduce new specimens to increase the shade possibility. “Parking and traffic flow must be accounted for and any road opening must be available to closure to cars in the event of a large function such as a market or festival. “In adopting a plan, consideration must be taken to minimise the disruption to business and to do so, it will be desirable to have the works done with expediency and possibly in stages.”

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NEWS

Father and son have it bottled FRIENDLY SERVICE AND ADVICE… Visit the guys at Numurkah Bottle O, business owners, Don and Brad Kerry. Photo: Sharelle Jarvis.

ENJOYING a drink with friends can be an especially nice way to finish off a stressful week and with 35 years combined experience between them, The Bottle O Numurkah, business owners and father and son team, Don and Brad Kerry will steer you in the right direction. Don said, “I’ve worked in hotels for most of my adult life and between Brad and myself, we will help you find the perfect selection for your needs. With The Bottle O’s excellent buying power, as a

standard we offer great prices on wines and spirits and have plenty of special deals. We also stock a great range of wines and spirits and if we don’t have what you’re looking for, we’ll do our best to order it in.” Open 9am to 7:30pm Sunday to Wednesday and 9am to 9pm Thursday to Saturday, drop into The Bottle O at 93 Melville Street, Numurkah or call 5862 3796 for more information.

GOTAFE Shepparton up for awards APPRENTICES, trainees, teachers and training providers will take centre stage at this year’s Victorian Training Awards. Two of the tafe’s students have ben nominated for the awards under the Victorian Apprentice of the Year and Victorian School-based Apprentice/Trainee of the Year categories.

The awards, now in its 64th year, celebrate excellence in the training system, showcasing collaboration between industry and training providers. This year’s awards feature 13 categories including six individual categories. The Lynne Kosky Memorial Award for Lifetime Ach ievement and t he People’s Choice Awa rd for

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Apprentice of the Year again feature this year, along with the new Inclusive Training Provider of the Year Award. The awards will be presented at Crown Palladium on Friday, August 24 with individual, employer, small and large training provider categories representing Victoria at the Australian Training Awards in Sydney in November.

NEWS

Volunteer mentors helping lead youths to success

ASSIST OUR YOUNG PEOPLE… The Bridge Youth Service is currently seeking expression of interest for volunteer mentor for young people. Photo: Supplied.

DO YOU enjoy working with young people? Would you like to play a positive role in a young person’s life, assist to build confidence and self– awareness and make links into their local communities? The Bridge Youth Service is currently seeking volunteer mentors. The Bridge Youth Service’s Mentoring Program provides a mentoring program to young people aged 12 –25 in the Shepparton region. The program aims to provide a positive role model to young people, facilitate a structured and trusting relationship that brings young people together with caring individuals; offering guidance, support and encouragement.

They are also seeking mentors who may like to support young people with learner driving hours so they can go for their licence. As a mentor you will need to be at least 21 years of age, subject to a screening process including a successful Police Check and a Working With Children Check, be available for two hours a fortnight to spend with the mentee and be available for mentor training (provided by The Bridge Youth Service. For more information or to obtain an information pack, contact Tim at The Bridge Youth Service on 5831 2390 or visit www.thebridge.org.au

Grants open for volunteer organisations in Murray COM M U N I T Y organisations in the Murray region are being encouraged to apply for a share of up to $20M in funding to support the efforts of their volunteers. Federal Member for Mu rray, t he Hon Damian Drum has called on said applications for the Volunteer Grants round were now open. “Grants of between $1,000 and $5,000 will help community organisations buy equipment such as laptops, pay fuel costs, train volunteers and improve their fundraising,” Mr Drum said. “Volunteers are the lifeblood of our community and by continuing to help each other and work together; we are building a stronger and safer community.

“People in rural and regional Australia are volunteering professionals. From cutting oranges for the half time break at footy to running major events for our clubs and organisations, we are experts. These Volunteer Grants are a great way for clubs and organisations to thank the hard work all of our volunteers do. “I encou rage all not-for-profit organisations in Murray to apply for the Volunteer Grants to help make the work of our volunteers easier, safer and more enjoyable,” Mr Drum said. For more information or to apply, visit www.grants.gov.au Applications close Tuesday, September 18. The Adviser. Australia No. 1:1418 Wednesday, August 15, 2018 – Page 11

NEWS

Bands get set to battle WO R D a nd M out h i s p rou d to announce the FReeZA Push Heat will again go ahead this year on Friday, August 24 from 6pm to 11pm, in the McIntosh Centre at the Shepparton Showgrounds. T h e e ve nt i s a i m e d at p e opl e between the ages of 12-25, but anyone is welcome to come along and watch Sheppa r ton’s you ng a nd t a lented musicians on display. Word and Mouth project manager, Jim Gow said, “This event is fantastic for the people of Shepparton due to the high interest they have in music. “ We cont i nue to engage you ng people by putting on a range of events in Greater Shepparton. Nearly weekly we hear that there is nothing to do in the area for our youth and we are constantly looking to change that.” “This event has been in high demand since the same time last year. Music events are always very popular.” Jamie Lea of JL Productions said, “S oloist s , duos a nd t r ios a re a l l welcome to compete. The winners will have a range of opportunities open up for them, including other local live performance opportunities in the next 6-12 months.” Entry on the night is $5 for the five hours of entertainment. Find Word and Mouth on Facebook for more details.

SUPPORTING WOMEN TO ACHIEVE THEIR HEALTH GOALS… Say hello to the team at Fernwood. From left, group fitness coordinator, Carly Hogben, receptionist, Ally Clarke and club manager, Ashleigh Casley. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

Nervous about joining a health club? WE all know exercise and gyms can be scary. How many times have we thought we would try but never get there? If this is you, you really should visit the team at Fernwood. Fernwood manager, Ashleigh Casley said “At Fernwood we believe exercise is good for people at any age. We know that everyone’s goals are different but we tailor the right recommendations for each member. All new members complete a new member on-boarding program with our fitness coaches to ensure they have all the tools to be successful and settle in to the club. “Our members are so important to us. We love helping them make healthy choices. Many of the ladies have said that they

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wished they had started months ago because they feel so much better and have met so many new people.” This month Fernwood Shepparton introduces virtual fitness to the Group fitness timetable. This means there will be over 100 classes on offer each week. Fernwood owner, Danni Whitaker says she wanted to make the gym convenient. Danni said, “We are all busy women so this introduction allows us to run classes throughout the entire day/evening and plenty on over the weekend. If you’re new to exercise but want to get involved, come in and see us. The team at Fernwood are here to help.” Visit Fernwood at 290 High Street, Shepparton VIC 3630 or call 5821 2405 for more information.

NEWS

Shepparton’s small business festival is underway

PASSIONATE ABOUT BUSINESS… Jo Rathjen from the Greater Shepparton Business Centre is very happy with how the Small Business Festival workshops have been received. Photo: Sharelle Jarvis.

T H ROUG HOU T Aug ust , t here a re hundreds of learning and networking opportunities for businesses across Victoria as part of the Small Business Festival and the local workshops being held in Shepparton are proving popular. The annual Small Business Festival program provides ideas, information and networking opportunities to start, operate and grow a business. Shepparton Business Centre acting business development coordinator, Lisa Kubeil said, “The Shepparton Small Business Festival offers a variety of informative and motivating workshops and events that not only facilitate learning and networking opportunities for small businesses, but also highlight the local services in the region available to assist that growth. Each workshop is different and aims to educate on a variety of topics including starting a business from scratch, marketing, financial guidance and even

grants information. “The Small Business Festival workshops and events have been well received among local small businesses and entrepreneurs with the first workshop – Digital Marketing for Regional business being a sell-out attendance. Not only start-up businesses took advantage of the workshop, but also people taking initiative to up-skill their digital marketing techniques within more established small businesses.” The festival still has an extensive program of business events to come, providing inspiration, ideas and information for anyone starting or building a business. For a full list of events happening in Greater Shepparton and surrounding areas visit www.sheppartonbusiness.com.au or contact the Business Centre on 5832 1100. The Greater Shepparton Business Centre is proudly supported by Greater Shepparton City Council.

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New look, new time for festival full of stories “SEEING the range of people with all different stories to tell through last year’s festival brought about the thought that we could utilise that and provide a good way for people to share their stories. “We decided to move away from the red colour that has been the main colour used over many years for the festival. It’s not really a naturally occurring colour in the area. So it struck me that the festival should be lightened up a bit and use colours that represent the Shepparton area a lot better. We have gone for a ret ro v ib e w it h t he new bra nd i ng. Back in the 50s 60s Shepparton was showcased with people water skiing on

the lake and being diverse. “We worked with Aaron Palmer from Propaganda Creative and he’s done a fantastic job. He’s been working with the program and concept form many years. “This is the first time we’ve changed the date for the festival in 23 years. The reason we changed the date was because there is so much on over the Easter break in regional Victoria, so we think it will give people the chance to get out and enjoy the festival. “It’s going to be a really fun festival and we’re looking forward to seeing the community enjoy it next year.”

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GET OUT AND ABOUT AT THE OUTDOOR EXPO… From boating, camping and fishing to everything outdoors, don’t miss the Shepparton Great Outdoor and 4x4 Expo at the Shepparton Showgrounds from Friday, August 31 through to Sunday, September 2. Photo: Supplied.

The Shepparton Great Outdoor and 4x4 Expo LOVE the Outdoors? Then the Shepparton Great Outdoor and 4x4 Expo is for you. A large selection of local and interstate exhibitors will be on site for the event, which runs from. The three day event, held at the Shepparton Showgrounds will showcase everything from the latest in caravans, motorhomes, campervans and camper trailers, 4wds and 4x4 accessories to metal detectors, and boats as well as an extensive range of fishing gear and demonstrations and activities for the whole family. The Great Outdoor and 4x4 Expo exhibition manager, Richard Hiscock said, “We are really excited to be here again at Shepparton. There are bargains galore available at The Shepparton Great Outdoor and 4x4 Expo. Many exhibitors will be offering show specials, so make sure you drop in and grab yourself a bargain. There are also some fantastic door prizes to be won just by attending the expo. “There is a lot to see, including demonstrations and activities for

the whole family. Shepparton will have many people, both exhibitors and public coming from everywhere, staying for up to four days in the town and it’s surrounds, as well as visiting the expo, they’ll be able to have a good look around the area.” The expo will run from August 31 to September 2 at the Shepparton Showgrounds. Friday gates open from 11am to 5pm, Saturday from 10am to 5pm and Sunday from 10am to 4pm. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for concession and under 16s are free. Eftpos is available for entry. The Adviser and The Great Outdoor and 4x4 Expo are giving our readers the chance to win one of 50 double passes to the Shepparton expo. For your chance to win, simply drop an envelope into The Adviser’s office at 219-225 Wyndham Street, Shepparton or post it in labelled ‘Outdoor 4X4 Expo’ to PO Box 1664, Shepparton, 3630; making sure you leave your name, address and phone number on the back. Winners will be notified.

A new simple solution for time poor Aussies! continued from front page VENTURING into a new format, the three ranges jam pack the goodness of real fruit into convenient pouch packs, appealing to the ages with products including Puree & Simple, perfect for lunchbox snacks (4-7 years), SPC FRUMAX, for busy tweens between after school activities (7-15 years), and Goulburn Valley FRUIT PLUS for women on the go. SPC general manager marketing and innovation, Simone Coté said, “We know many Australian’s want to make the right choice when it comes to snacking for both themselves and their families. At SPC we want to make things easier for consumers to make positive choices about the products they buy. Our new pouch packs do exactly that, helping Australians consume fruit that

not only tastes great, is great quality but is now even more convenient. “We created the SPC fruit pouch range to be both delicious and easy to use, made from local, home grown fruit from our Australian backyard.” As well including no artificial colours, flavours or preservatives, the packaging makes it easy consume no matter where you are, with extra-large spouts ensuring no goodness is left behind. “Along with tasting great, our product has been developed to the needs of women as well as busy families on the go – where the daily chore of packing a lunchbox or filling a hungry tummy after school can be, just that, a chore. Best of all it allows parents to feel confident in with the quality of the products they give to their children,” Coté said.

KEEPING UP HEALTHY HABITS… SPC has released a new pouch line that hopes will help ensure time poor people keep up healthy eating habits. Images: Supplied.

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CELEBRATING THE COMPLETION OF

THE 'WHROO' WING

It’s all smiles out the front of the new Whroo Wing at Waranga Health. From left Jayne French, Waranga campus manager, Pauline Holt, hostel supervisor, Sadie Vale, project manager model of care and Jake Symes, CICG project manager.

Waranga Health Rushworth’s healthcare facilities are currently split across two sites — the Waranga Aged Care Hostel, completed in 1996 and the Waranga Memorial Hospital and Nursing Home and Waranga District Nursing and Community Health building, which was built in 1961. A $10 million redevelopment, funded by the Victorian State Government, will create one integrated healthcare facility offering a range of acute health, aged care and community health services in the centre of Rushworth. The redevelopment will provide a flexible, multi-service provider for health and aged care needs in the district.

This will also co-locate Primary Care and District Nursing Services on site, making access to all health services easier for all. The decommissioned Waranga Memorial Hospital will be moved to the new facility at the site of the current Waranga Aged Care Hostel. The state-of-the-art redevelopment will include new office, administration, reception, storage, consulting and activity areas, as well as a new dining room and alfresco area, laundry facilities and a hairdressing salon. Bringing the services together on one site will stop

the duplication of health, IT, kitchen, laundry, utility and maintenance services. Victorian Health Minister Jill Hennessy said, “We’re putting people first by revamping Rushworth’s health services so more patients can be treated sooner, closer to home.” “This will provide a real boost to local health services and make a genuine difference to the lives of patients and aged care residents who will benefit from modern, safe facilities and better connected care.”

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Commercial Industrial Construction Group Pty Ltd (CICG) project manager Jake Symes.

The building process The re-development of Rushworth’s Waranga Aged Care Hostel began in September 2017 with completion of the entire project expected between March and April 2019. Commercial Industrial Construction Group Pty Ltd (CICG) project manager Jake Symes said, “It has been a great opportunity to be a part of this exciting project and we’re thrilled by the positive feedback we’ve already received with the recent completion and handover of Stage One - the eight-bed aged care unit, ‘Whroo’. “Stage two is now underway and with demolition over three zones,

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up-keeping existing services to enable the rest of the facility to remain operational makes this the most technical part of the build. Stage Two includes the demolition and construction of the new acute wing, consulting rooms and staff offices as well as the new entrance, driveway and portico. “Stage Three will see the fit out of the existing buildings (Wings B, and C), lounge, living and carpark. Throughout the process, we are using suppliers from within the Goulburn Valley.”

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Naming the New Wings to reflect Rushworth’s History One of the most important stages of any redevelopment is naming the new wings. This process has been undertaken with input from the hostel completed in 1996 members, staff, the Community Reference Committee and friends of the hostel members. The new redeveloped facility will be called Waranga Health. With Rushworth having such a rich history in regards to its mining days, indigenous ancestors and its unique forestry and plant species most of the names have been chosen to reflect and embrace these themes.

AGED CARE WINGS Whroo Whroo Historic Reserve lies within the 33,000ha Rushworth State Forest. The 500ha reserve encompasses the site of the Whroo township and part of the associated goldfields. The Aboriginal name for the waterhole, Wooroo, meaning ‘mouth’ is the origin of the name Whroo. The waterhole is now the only visible evidence of a history of occupation of the area between Lake Cooper and Reedy Lake that dates back many thousands

of years before Whroo was a flourishing gold-rush town. Again this name was chosen as a tribute to the gold rush times, but also to our indigenous ancestors. This wing is now complete with residents having now moved in.

Balaclava Named after the Balaclava Mine which was an open-cut mine in the Australian ghost town of Whroo, Victoria. It opened in October 1854, one year after gold was found at nearby Rushworth. The proceeds from this local mine were actually used to build the old Menzies Hotel in Melbourne. This name was chosen as a tribute to the region’s gold mining past.

Ironbark

Golden Guinea A hidden treasure found deep in the Rushworth State Forest, the Golden Guinea (leopard orchid) is now famous for growing wild in the region.

ACUTE WING Heily Named after the first, well-renowned GP in Rushworth, Dr John Vickers Heily. Dr Heily purchased the 243ha property at Lisadurne, near Rushworth in 1870 after he immigrated to Australia from Ireland. He set up a medical practice in Rushworth and ran the land as a farm for sheep and stud rams.

The Rushworth State Forest is home to one of the largest ironbark forests in the region, hence the choice of this name.

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Waranga campus manager

Jayne French Jayne said, “The aim of this project is to provide an integrated health service for the community of Rushworth from the one site under the umbrella of Waranga Health. This will enable easier community access and increased healthcare and community services. All services will be delivered from the Waranga hostel site ensuring a flexible, multi-purpose service provider for all health and aged care needs in the district. Stage One is complete and residents moved into the new rooms on July 5th and have settled in well. Staff have worked well together to enable a smooth transition for the residents during this period. Administration and management staff have relocated to the new meeting room and work station in Whroo Wing while Stage 2 works are in progress. I want to take this opportunity to thank the local businesses and those people who reside close to the hostel for their cooperation during the works and for any disruption that may have affected them.”

Waranga project manager, model of care

Sadie Vale

Sadie has worked predominantly as a district nurse at Waranga’s District Nursing Service for the past 23 years in both clinical and management capacities. In her current project management role for the Model of Care, Sadie said, “It is a privilege to be working in this role, working with many key stakeholders and the recently formed steering committee for the Model of Care Waranga Re- Development. Leading this project is both exciting and challenging. In my professional experience, I have looked after a vast number of community clients and have seen many of our clients transition into aged care. Stakeholder engagement is an important part of this process, which is currently on track. Getting everyone’s input, reviewing current services and identifying gaps for the development of Model of Care moving forward is paramount to the success of this project. Staff across the current facility have worked for many years, and the changes to the new facilities will no doubt be sentimental, of which we are mindful and respectful of the adjustment that will take place for all.”

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Acting nurse unit manager

Hannah Mortlock For the past six years Hannah has happily travelled from Mooroopna to work in Rushworth and throughout the period of construction knowing that Rushworth was getting a first class health facility. Hannah said, “It’s so nice to finally see this unfold. We as a collective are looking forward to continuing to provide good quality nursing care to the Rushworth community in a new and improved facility. Rushworth is such a pleasant place to work and this redevelopment will be fantastic for the community. Health care will be more accessible especially being located right in the centre of town.”

“We are putting people first by revamping Rushworth’s health services so more patients can be treated sooner, closer to home”

Victorian Health Minister, Jill Hennessy

Hostel supervisor

Pauline Holt Rushworth local, Pauline has worked at the Waranga Aged Care Hostel since it first opened in 1997 and is thrilled to see the service being updated, integrating so much new technology. “It was a little emotional to see the old building demolished after so many years and with so much history, but the new facilities are wonderful and the residents are enjoying keeping an eye on the progress. The new facilities are spacious and inviting and it’s nice for the residents to enjoy the modern conveniences.”

“It has been a great opportunity to be part of this exciting project and we are thrilled by the positive feedback we have already received.”

CICG project manager, Jake Symes

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Marg (Toohey) Swift (right) has lived in Rushworth for 62 years and has been a resident at the hostel now for three years. A passionate Richmond supporter Marg says she’s better not to watch the game on television because it usually doesn’t turn out well for the TV! Of the changes to Whroo Wing at Waranga Health, Marg said, “The place is unreal, I have a huge bedroom and the staff are absolutely wonderful. From the cleaning lady to the management, they’re all so kind and friendly. It’s nice to be able to keep an eye on the building progress. Even though it’s a bit sad to see the building knocked down, the improvements are fantastic.”

Ninety year old Patricia Watson is a relatively new resident at Waranga Aged Care Hostel but is certainly not new to the service. At age 92, Patricia’s own mother had lived there. Patricia is also lucky enough to be surrounded by her daughter, two granddaughters, and daughter-in-law who all work at Waranga Aged Care. Patricia said, “I love this beautiful new space, I feel very happy and at home here. I really enjoy living here.”

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Eighty-eight year old resident Phyllis Mitting is joined by enrolled nurse Kerry Slattery. Kerry said, “The new lifting system is less labour intensive making movement more fluid for residents and much safer for both residents and nurses.”

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Football Adviser

Wednesday 8th August, 2018

GVL Seniors Results Round 16

with Matthew Chilcott Goulburn Valley League Adviser Footy Tipsters

Benalla (132) ..................def .........Mooroopna (31) Shepparton (205)........def ....... Shepp United (7) Rochester (70) ..............def .................Seymour (33)

GVFL & GVNL Round 17 Saturday, August 18 Shepparton................... vs......................... Kyabram Mansfield ........................ vs...........................Seymour Rochester ....................... vs............... Shepp United Shepp Swans ............... vs................................. Euroa Echuca ............................ vs............................. Benalla Mooroopna .................. vs................................ Tatura

GVL Seniors 2018 Ladder Kyabram .......................................................64 Shepparton ..................................................52 Benalla ..........................................................48 Echuca .........................................................44 Tatura ............................................................38 Mansfield ......................................................34 Euroa .............................................................32 Rochester .....................................................28 Seymour........................................................24 Shepparton United .....................................16 Mooroopna....................................................4 Shepparton Swans........................................0

GVL A Grade 2018 Ladder Shepparton ..................................................64 Echuca .........................................................52 Mooroopna..................................................48 Shepparton Swans......................................44 Seymour........................................................44 Shepparton United .....................................40 Tatura ............................................................32 Rochester .....................................................20 Kyabram .......................................................20 Benalla ............................................................8 Mansfield ........................................................8 Euroa ...............................................................4

2018

Battle of the titans THIS week’s match of the round is between the undefeated Kyabram and it’s number one challenger, the Shepparton Bears. Every time Kyabram appear to have a genuine challenger, they quickly set the record straight. The last time they met back in round six, the Bombers were seven goals up at quarter time with the eventual margin being 66 points. It’s an understatement to say the Bears need to start well. Form is irrelevant in the GVFL when your next opponent is Kyabram and if Shepparton go into this game relying on the confidence of last week’s demolition

of United, they will end up with the same result as last time. They need to be unconventional and bold if they want to get close. Shepparton will most likely play Kyabram three times over the next two months so they have to make a statement. In other games, Mansfield will be too strong for Seymour at home, Rochester will defeat a United side that will bounce back at Moon Oval, Euroa will travel to Shepparton and defeat the Swans comfortably, Tatura will give Moorooona a lesson at the Cattery and in what will be a beauty, Echuca will just sneak over the line at Victoria Park, Echuca.

in Shepparton

DAMIAN DRUM (83) Kyabram Mansfield Rochester Euroa Benalla Tatura

DAVID FOX (77) Shepparton Mansfield Rochester Euroa Echuca Tatura

JACQUI HUDGSON (81) Kyabram Mansfield Rochester Euroa Echuca Tatura

KYLE POWER (82) Kyabram Mansfield Rochester Euroa Echuca Tatura

SUZANNA SHEED (73) Kyabram Seymour Rochester Euroa Echuca Tatura

JOHN RYAN (79) Kyabram Mansfield Rochester Euroa Echuca Tatura

MARTIN GLEESON (78) Kyabram Mansfield Rochester Euroa Echuca Tatura

PHANTOM (11) Shepparton Seymour Shepparton United Shepparton Swans Benalla Mooroopna

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