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SEPTEMBER DEMENTIA AWARENESS MONTH 2018
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Locals targeted by tax scam By David Lee A WARNING is being issued to locals to be vigilant and aware of a current tax scam that is targeting the community and accounting firms. Last week, it was reported that three clients of a local tax accounting firm had received phone calls from scammers claiming to be the ATO and saying they had a debt of up to $8,000 and demanded it be paid immediately via bitcoin. Continued on page 17
Help and assistance for dementia locally
BREAKING THE STIGMA SURROUNDING DEMENTIA…GV Dr Arup Battacharya explained Health senior clinical director, that there is a lot of stigma myths that need to be dispelled still surrounding dementia, but there and there are services available dementia, as well as their locally to help those suffering are carers and
families. Photo: David Lee. from SEPTEMBER is Dementia Awareness progression but also will help with Month, which helps bring planning to the spotlight and future care. the latest advancements in treatment and “When we talk about assistance available for dementia, we those with dementia commonly associate it as well as their families with memory loss or and carers. frequent lapses of memory, The Adviser sat down but dementia with GV Health is a global reduction of brain senior clinical director, function and Dr Arup Battacharya can include things like who explained that there issues with language, is a lot of stigma names, recognition, not being still surrounding dementia, able to do but there are everyday things that they used myths that need to be to be able dispelled and there to do such as banking, are services available looking after locally to help those investments, and can suffering from dementia, see some changes in as well as their personality and behaviour. carers and families. “There are many services “Dementia is starting out there in to become a very the community, including common problem in the help through community and it is Alzheimer’s Australia and the Alzheimer’s no longer regarded as exclusively a disease of Australia Victorian chapter and the elderly. It is important also the to recognise that dementia behaviour and management nearly a fifth of the dementia population is advisory service. under 65 years of age,” Dr Battacharya said. “If anybody is concerned “Nearly 1,800 people about themselves a week are being or their near and dear ones diagnosed with dementia they should in Australia, but observe any behaviour patterns there is more to it than and in the just the numbers first instance, go and talk to who are diagnosed. Anybody your GP to find who has come out more or perhaps start early treatment in contact with people with dementia will symptoms. of recognise what a huge toll it can take not Following a normal healthy only on the carers but lifestyle is on the families. You important, such as physical feel as if a loving father, activity. What husband, co-worker is healthy for your heart or friend has been snatched is healthy for your away. head. “Dementia is not a normal part of ageing, “The focus nationally which a lot of people this month is that tend to believe and ‘you are not alone’ when there are some prevailing you are diagnosed myths out there with dementia. There is a that we as a health facility lot of help out should start to there and this certainly is not dispel. There are certainly a normal part more benefits in of ageing and shouldn’t be treated diagnosing and picking as such,” up dementia early Dr Battacharya said. and raising community awareness will For further information, ensure that near and dear visit https:// ones or carers pick vic.fightdementia up early signs of dementia, because not only awareness-month .org.au/vic/deme ntiaare there treatments that, or phone the national although they can’t dementia helpline on 1800 100 500. cure the disease, can help to slow down the
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NEW CEO STARTS… The GMCU has welcomed its new CEO, Melissa Ralph to the team, who is looking forward to working with members and the community to achieve positive outcomes for the region. Photo: David Lee.
Welcoming Melissa to the GMCU family AFTER relocating from Albury/Wodonga with her husband, Heath, GMCU’s new CEO, Melissa Ralph, is settling in to her new role well and is looking forward to working with members and the local community to achieve positive outcomes
for the region. Coming from 15 years in the customer and banking sector, Melissa chose to join the GMCU family due to its strong reput at ion i n t er m s of c om mu n it y commitment and its strong management
team, which she says is great to see how the GMCU continues to make a difference in the local community. Continued on page 16
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Professional golf returns for the Greater Shepparton Masters A UNIQUE collaboration between two Goulburn Valley golf clubs sees the Greater Shepparton Masters return for the fifth time to the region this December. Leading PGA professionals from across Australia will compete across two days in the region beginning at the Numurkah Golf and Bowls Club on Thursday, December 6 and wrapping up at the Mooroopna Golf Club on the Friday. The fields are again expecting to be first class after last year’s event was headlined by former world number 27 and 2015 VicOpen champion, Richard Green along with 2018 VicOpen champion, Simon Hawkes. PGA of Australia tournament coordinator, Heath McLeod said, “We have a strong week of events through country Victoria to finish our season again this year and I’d expect many big names to be playing here again. “Our professionals love the courses here, they’re always presented in great condition and there’s just a good vibe around the tournament.” This unique event sees two of the region’s best courses come together to host the 36-hole professional event. “We don’t have any other event on our schedule that is played across two venues like the Greater Shepparton Masters. It’s really good to see two neighbouring clubs
A UNIQUE EVENT… From left, Numurkah Golf Club representative, Anthony Sanders, Greater Shepparton City Council Mayor, Cr Kim O’Keeffe and Mooroopna Golf Club respresentative, Darren Rodgers at the announcement on Monday that the Greater Shepparton Masters will be taking place across the region in December. Photo: Supplied.
working together to make it happen and with the support of the Greater Shepparton City Council we have been able to make this one of the feature events on our calendar,” McLeod said. This year’s tournament will be played with a touch of sadness after the loss of
professional golfer and Shepparton local, Jarrod Lyle who lost his long battle with leukaemia last month. All players and spectators are encouraged to follow the lead of the PGA of Australia professionals and wear something yellow in support of Lyle and his family.
Tatura Library project gets funding boost THE Tatura Library received an injection of funding from the State Government recently as Minister for Local Government, Marlene Kairouz announced funding of $600,000 for the Living Libraries Infrastructure Program. The new library will include features such as an expanded and dedicated children’s area that will provide improved access and much needed space for families, carers and prams. Greater Shepparton City Council Director Community, Kaye Thomson said, “The funding will enable Council to extend and
redevelop the Tatura Library building. The current Tatura Library has a lack of space, aged furniture, and reduced access for all abilities. “The funding will help meet the growing Tatura community needs and the larger catchment area. The Living Libraries Infrastructure Program is critical to ensure council can improve the facilities and amenities of Tatura Library in a timely manner for our residents. I look forward to seeing the project progress and thank the State Government for the funding,” Ms Thomson said.
Shepparton TODAY Partly cloudy.
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Sunrise: 6:23am Sunset: 6:06pm
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Shepparton Rainfall 9.2mm this month Water Level Lake Eildon Waranga Basin
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Current Vol (ML) 2,156,485 259,899
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Can you help AIRR acquires The Hunter River Company local police with these cases? ENHANCING ANIMAL HEALTH BRANDS… Australian Independent Rural Retailers Pty Ltd (AIRR) managing director, Peter Law is pleased that AIRR recently announced the acquisition of The Hunter River Company. Photo: Alicia Niglia.
Police search for missing teenager Jayde Dennison
POL IC E are appealing for public assistance to help locate missing 16-yearold girl Jayde Dennison. Jayde was last seen in Shepparton on August 15. Police have concerns for her due to her age. Jayde is about 160cm tall with a thin build, hazel eyes, fair complexion and long, straight brown hair. She was last seen in Shepparton on August 15 wearing a black hooded jumper, black track pants, black sneakers and carrying a black bag with gold dots on it. Investigators believe Jayde is known to frequent the Wangaratta, Yarrawonga, Shepparton or Bendigo areas and she is most likely in the company of Zade Kempston. Investigators have released an image of Jayde and Zade in the hope that someone may recognise them. Anyone who sees Jayde or knows her whereabouts is urged to contact Shepparton Police Station on 5820 5777.
Found in Tatura A Lovely Tatura citizen handed a gold coloured chain to Tatura Police recently. It has multiple cat pendants attached and was located in Mactier Park, Hogan Street, Tatura on September 1, 2018. If you can claim or help us find the owner it will be appreciated. Please contact Tatura Police Station on 5824 3099 for further information.
AUSTRALIAN rural wholesaler, Australian Independent Rural Retailers Pty Ltd (AIRR), recently announces the acquisition of The Hunter River Company, an Australian owned manufacturer of animal health products. AIRR managing director, Peter Law said this acquisition places AIRR in a leading competitive position in animal health in Australia and enhances AIRR’s strategy to provide its own range of animal health brands. As a unique member based buying group created to service independent rural and pet and produce retailers, a strong private label strategy is essential. “AIRR has already established a significant range of crop protection products under the Apparent brand,” Mr Law said. “The Hunter River Company range now gives AIRR one of the largest portfolios of private label animal health products in the country. This forms the cornerstone of our Independents Own brand strategy that already boasts over 200 products. The AIRR offer to resellers and farmers will continue to include support for proprietary multinational brands plus our own private label brands. A I R R general manager sales and purchasing, Peter Lourey said, “The Australian animal health market is becoming increasingly genericised. “There are only a few products still on patent with most of these expiring in the next couple of years. In addition, there are no new molecules on the horizon. It is critical for wholesalers to integrate into manufacturing if they are to remain competitive. “Having a healthy private label strategy allows a greater and more balanced distribution of profits along the entire supply
channel, drives innovation in the market segment and increases service levels to the industry. “As a relatively new entity onto the Australian market, The Hunter River Company has created a portfolio of over 30 animal health products. “In fact, some of the Hunter River products already registered are still under patent, so AIRR is extremely well positioned for the future.” To ensure AIRR will remain as the leading rural supplier of private label products in Australia, the principals of The Hunter River Company, James Slack and Steve Crothers, have agreed to develop further products for AIRR on an exclusive basis.
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Meet the face of the Shepparton Show Me Fashion Spectacular ON November 29 Shepparton Show Me in partnership with Alchemy Media will host a spectacular Fashion Show event featuring fresh faced fashion ambassador, TV presenter and travel celebrity, Lauren Phillips. The event, ‘Summer Styling with Lauren Phillips,’ will be far from your usual fashion parade, with local fashions co-ordinated by Lauren, showcased to music by local artist, DJ Elly Chaney. The event will also feature a luxury VIP garden, cocktails and canapes. Lauren Phillips is fast carving her path to becoming one of television’s most loved presenters. After landing a presenting role on ‘Postcards,’ her profile has continued to skyrocket. A longside her pre sent i ng role on ‘Postcards,’ Lauren also co-hosts ‘Kids WB’ nationally with Shane Crawford on Go! which airs seven days a week. Lauren has also showcased her versatile presenting skills on the Nine Network’s Mornings and A Current Affair and has presented and judged a Myer Fashion Segment at the Logies Awards. She has also presented on the Channel 9 Australian Women’s Weekly Easter and Christmas specials, appeared on 20 to One, presented numerous stories on Getaway, has sung live at Carol’s by Candlelight and also presents the Showbiz segment on Channel 9’s Nine
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FANTASTIC FASHION… From left, Shepparton Show Me chair, Simon Quattrocchi, Summer Styling fashion show event host, TV presenter and travel celebrity, Lauren Phillips and Sam Ludeman. Photo: Sharelle Jarvis.
News Now around the country. Lauren brings to the screen a natural charm and fun and down to earth presenting style that is refreshing and appealing. In 2010 Lauren was announced as a national ambassador for MYER – a role she still enjoys today. Lauren is also an ambassador for Mazda,
L’Oréal Pureology, Lipault Paris and Hush Hush Lingerie. She has also worked for brands including Village Cinemas, Calvin Klein Watches + Jewellery, FILA, Telstra and G Adventures and has enjoyed ambassador roles with SPC, Skybus, Cadbury Bubbly, Gold Class Cinemas, Country Racing Victoria, and Net Fest for Netball Australia.
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Nominations for Customer Service, GV Healthy Workplace, Visitor Experience and Best New business Awards THERE are just five weeks left to nominate a deserving business or person in the 2018 White King – Pental 95.3 Triple M Business Awards. T h is week, M aison B elle Beauty received a nomination under the Customer Service of the Year – Trade category, SPI I R E Shepparton was no m i n at e d u n d e r t h e G V Healthy Workplace category, Barca.Love took out a nomination under the Visitor Experience of the Year category a nd A n n ie’s C r yst a l L ig ht Therapy has been nominated 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 pa r ticipating businesses, online at w w w. sheppar tonchamber.com.au / awards or via post by sending a completed nomination form to Business Awards, PO Box 364, Shepparton 3630.
CUSTOMER SERVICE OF THE YEAR … From left, White King – Pental quality assurance manager, Robyn Gledhill, Maison Belle Beauty owner, Maxine Kellow (Customer Service of the Year – Trade) and Shepparton Chamber of Commerce and Industry president, Carl Hainsworth. Photos: Nicholise Garner.
GV HEALTHY WORKPLACE… From left, White King – Pental quality assurance manager, Noro Ozoh, SPIIRE Shepparton business unit manager, Jeramy Blight, senior engineering technician, Nathan Richards (GV Healthy Workplace) and Goulburn Valley Health manager employment services, Tess Canty.
VISITOR EXPERIENCE OF THE YEAR… From left, White King – Pental quality assurance manager, Noro Ozoh, Barca.Love owner, Phil Barca (Visitor Experience of the Year) and Tourism Greater Shepparton chair, Ross Graham.
BEST NEW BUSINESS… From left, White King – Pental quality assurance manager, Robyn Gledhill, Annie’s Crystal Light Therapy owner, Anne MacFarlane (Best New Business – Under Two Years) and Greater Shepparton Business Centre acting business development coordinator, Lisa Kubeil.
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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 SOROP T I M IST I N T ER NAT IONA L OF SHEPPARTON INC A0010678K CHARITY GARAGE SALE & POP UP SHOP will run at the rear of the fruit market (opposite Bunnings Warehouse) on Thursday, September 13 and Friday 14 between 9:30am and 3:30pm and on Saturday 15 from 8:30am to 1:30pm (entrance at rear of the Overlander car park). There will be furniture, household items, clothing, toys, books and many sundry items. JUST DINNER will run on Saturday, September
15. A Social evening for singles and couples aged 45 to 70. All are most welcome to come along, meet others and enjoy dinner. Phone Val on 0427 217 018 for venue details and time. POLIO AUSTRALIA will be conducting a free community information session for people who had polio, along with their families and carers, on 21st September at the Shepparton Library meeting room, 41-42 Marungi St from 10.30am 12.00pm. Session will include information about the Late Effects of Polio/PostPolio Syndrome, how to work well with your
health professionals, and opportunities for local connections. To register online, go to www.bit. ly/InfoSessionShepparton , or contact Stephanie Cantrill at Polio Australia on 0466 719 613 or steph@polioaustralia.org.au A STATION 1 NIGHT CLUB charity event, Back To Number Two, will be held on Saturday, September 22 with proceeds going to GV Health. Cost of entry is $50, with pre-sale tickets available now at the Sherbourne Terrace hotel on Wyndham Street, Shepparton. The event will have entertainment provided by D.J & Frenchy upstairs and Shane and the Wong Brother downstairs. 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)
Hilarious original songs and wonderful a cappella parodies GINGER and Tonic arrive in Riverlinks Eastbank with For Love or Money on Thursday, September 27, which features Laura Burazacott, Rebecca Moore, Jane Patterson and Danielle O’Malley who take you on a journey through their ambitions, from humble food dreams to embryo-freezing empires. Theatre People said, “Ginger and Tonic have totally nailed it with this show. The group continue to go from strength to strength, delivering hilarious original songs and wonderful acappella parodies of much-loved hits.” Ginger and Tonic rely solely on their voices to create their unique sound. As an acappella/ cabaret group, the girls specialise in original songs as well as impertinent parodies. Australian Stage said, “Their harmonising was impeccable and the audience shrieked with laughter at the smartly written songs and witty
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repartee.” Aside from their performance of For Love or Money, Ginger and Tonic have seen success both in competitions and studio albums. The acappella group has performed in festivals such as Port Fairy Folk Festival, Perth FringeWorld, Adelaide Fringe, Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Melbourne Cabaret Festival and Queenscliff Music Festival. They have also released two albums, Shake It (2011) and Ginger and Tonic Live (2015). The Australian Times said, “Ginger and Tonic is a quartet of incredible female talent showcasing some of the most superb vocal skills you will ever encounter.” Weekend Notes said, “They just ripped the stage apart with their voices.” Join the Ginger and Tonic girls as they use their powerful voices and killer harmonies, pitching in more ways than one, hoping to find
TAKING YOU ON A JOURNEY… Ginger and Tonic is coming to Riverlinks Eastbank with For Love or Money, which features Laura Burazacott, Rebecca Moore, Jane Patterson and Danielle O’Malley. Photo: Supplied.
success in this dog-eating world. Tickets are available online or through the Riverlinks Box Office on 5832 9511.
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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.
VERNEY ROAD MYSTERY Dear Editor, I’m perplexed about council capital works. Verney Road resurfacing hasn’t been finished and no one has highlighted the issue? The section from Birch Street to the roundabout remains unfinished and the roundabout itself has no plants or landscaping which looks aesthetically unpleasing. This is an entry point for those coming from Numurkah, Invergordon, Dookie and Lemnos. We need a revamp or beautification project pronto for better curbside appeal. Yet today going through the roundabout heading to Shepparton High School I see footpaths and guttering being worked on that most
likely required no repairs? My 7 year old daughter stated - maybe they need Kosta the garden gnome to help them dad? I replied, fair enough…can’t see why not. Yours sincerely, Tyler Tricarico Shepparton Want to have your say? Email your letters to the Editor to editorial@sheppartonadviser.com.au. Max 100 words
Professor Bladin visit puts focus on stroke care locally NEUROLOGIST, Professor Chris Bladin took some time out last week to put stroke care in the spotlight locally, when he visited GV Health for Stroke Week 2018. In 2017, GV Health treated 228 stroke patients, with an average length of stay of three days. Professor Bladin spoke with doctors, nurses and students about how new technology is allowing for neurologists to remotely diagnose strokes in regional areas across Australia. Professor Bladin is the Clinical Lead of the Victorian Stroke Telemedicine Program, linking stroke specialists in Melbourne to Hospital Emergency Departments in rural and regional Victoria. “It’s so important that we bridge that gap between large metropolitan
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hospitals and country hospitals,” Professor Bladin said. “If we can bring stroke specialists into regional and rural hospitals via telemedicine, then they will be able to provide life-saving assistance to staff in the assessment and management of patients presenting with stroke symptoms.” GV Health stroke coordinator, Melanie Brown said, “Having Professor Bladin visit Shepparton to talk with doctors, nurses and students is a thrill for us. “He brings his knowledge and experience to the Goulburn Valley with him and will be able to assist us immeasurably as we keep working towards closing the gap between rural stroke care and metropolitan stroke care.”
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Supporting students under pressure ‘Backway’ to
Mooroopna set for safety upgrade
SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS… Access Education can help support students through the stressful period of year 12 exams and Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) results. Photo: Supplied.
WE are coming to a pivotal point in the year for year 12 students. Nerves will be high for students and families as future career paths hang on Victorian Certificate of Education results and kids are faced with the end of their childhood educational experience. This is where Access Education can help to support students and families. Access Education director, Steven Scheloske said, “I grew up in the suburbs with migrant parents. Mum and Dad worked hard to provide for the family but weren’t always able to help out with school. “Despite this I tried my best and generally went well, but when it came time to completing my final year of high school, I felt overwhelmed. The way I saw it, these final exams I was about to sit were going to sum up all the years of my school life, the results I would
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have to wear for everyone to see and judge me by. Sounds dramatic but that’s the way that I felt. “Access Education’s lectures are all about ensuring that students who are about to sit the exams are able to identify their strengths and weaknesses and use this information to channel their own revision efforts into the areas that require it the most. “Lecture programs like these may not have existed when I was finishing high school, but I’m really proud to be part of a team today that helps so many students gain the confidence in their own abilities to achieve their best. For more information on how Access Education can benefit members of your family, or to make a booking please visit www. accesseducation.com.au or call the team on 1300 338 222.
THE Watt Road and Riverview Drive intersection is set to get a safety boost following an announcement that the government will be investing $120,000 for an upgrade through the 2018-19 Black Spot Programme. The upgrade will include the installation of a safety barrier, centre and edge line marking, raised reflective pavement markers and the removal of a tree. Federal Member for Murray, the Hon Damian Drum said the local community’s input had been critical to identifying key black spots in the electorate. “The Black Spot Programme reduces fatal and injury crashes by 30 percent - specifically targeting road locations with a history of crashes to deliver safety improvements such as road widening, increased lighting and signage and installing traffic lights and roundabouts,” Mr Drum said. “Under the National Road Safety Strategy 2011-2020, the Australian, state and territory governments have committed to reducing the numbers of deaths and serious injuries recorded on the nation’s roads by at least 30 percent by 2020. “Road crashes are horrible and it is imperative that the Federal Government can continue to improve the safety of our roads. “Riverview Drive in Kialla is often referred to as the ‘backway to Mooroopna’ and is known to be notoriously dangerous, particularly in wet conditions. This investment will see safer commutes for people travelling between Kialla and Mooroopna. “Black spot projects are delivered by locals nominating sections of road where there has been a history of near misses and road accidents. I encourage everyone in the Murray electorate to apply to the programme in future rounds,” Mr Drum said.
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Make driving a pleasure
INVEST IN SOME GREAT SOUND… Talk to the team at Autobarn. From left, Autobarn team member, Gav Thomas, business owner, Gerard Bruinier and team member, Craig Hamilton. Photo: Sharelle Jarvis.
By Nicholise Garner H AV I NG a qu a l it y sou nd system in the car can make the world of difference when it comes to facing a long drive. Personally I love to listen to podcasts and audiobooks on my long drives and quite honestly, the drive becomes a pleasure. Autobarn workshop manager, Matt Lane has many years’ experience fitting accessories to cars and Autobarn stocks a large range of car stereos. Matt said, “We stock and fit
FEEL WELL AND HEALTHY… From left, qualified osteopath and integrated and functional medicine coach, Dr Kelvin Nye and Relax Health and Wellbeing owner, Daphne Freeman are inviting the community to drop in on Sunday, September 16 for a special open day where Dr Nye will explain the business’ new innovative wellness and detoxification program. Photo: Nicholise Garner.
A little help can go a long way
a large variety of car accessories including dash-cams, reverse cameras, aerials, adapters and facia plates but what we really specialise in is sound systems. O u r m ajor bra nd s i nclude Alpine, Pioneer, Kenwood, Kiker and Rockford to name a few.” Fi nd Autoba r n’s c u r re nt catalogue bundled in with this week’s edition of The Adviser. V i s i t A u t o b a r n a t 95 - 9 7 Wyndham Street, Shepparton or call 5821 1441 for more information.
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FEELING well and healthy is an important part of ensuring you live a balanced lifestyle, and sometimes you might need a little help getting there. Among being qualified in many areas of health and wellbeing, qualified osteopath and integrated and functional medicine coach, Dr Kelvin Nye is new to the Relax Health and Wellbeing team and offers an innovative wellness and detoxification program that has many benefits. Dr Nye, said, “It has taken many years of education and experience for me to be able to provide this unique service. The main aim of assessment is to find the underlying cause(s) and not focus on disease. Also to decrease the burden on the immune system and other body systems which affect your own innate ability to self heal and maintain health. “This is a unique opportunity, to have a place to be assessed, educated and placed on a program to
detoxify and support the body’s own mechanisms in a supportive environment. “The equipment used is in an individualised sequence, and is extremely beneficial. Each device has a scientifically proven method to support the body’s systems, and is used around the world. “This means that anyone can take advantage of this program from the elite athlete, to someone with health and psychological challenges, wanting weight loss, suffering fatigue or a couple wanting to start a family. It is limitless. It’s all about prevention being a cure, so try our introductory offer and see for yourself.” Relax Health and Wellbeing will hold an open day on Sunday, September 16 at 11am where Dr Nye will be explaining the program and the benefits. Located at 632 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, call Relax Health and Wellbeing today on 5822 2888.
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GORGEOUS BLOOMS… Goulburn Valley Orchid Club president, Chris Ibbotson with some of the gorgeous blooms that will be on display at the upcoming Spring Spectacular of Orchids. Photo: Sharelle Jarvis.
Learn about the love of orchids THE Goulburn Valley Orchid Club (GVOC) is holding its ‘Spring Spectacular of Orchids’ show at the Kialla Paceway this weekend. On Friday afternoon there will be over 400 flowering orchids exhibited by GVOC members. Friday night, they will be judged by four Orchid Society Council of Victoria judges and one local judge, Darlene Lampered, will judge the Floral Art section. GVOC president, Chis Ibbotson said, “We are expecting over 400 visitors to come through the doors to admire the beautiful and breathtaking orchids. We also have a photography section and floral arrangements along with opportunities to purchase plants from local and interstate growers.
“The club also has an accessory stall supplying pots, stakes, potting medium and everything else one would need to pot up their orchids. “ We w i l l b e h av i n g p o t t i n g demonstrations where people will walk away with a wealth of knowledge, armed to grow their own orchids successfully.” Light luncheons, morning and afternoon teas are will also be available at the ‘Spring Spectacular of Orchids’ show at the Kialla Paceway this weekend, Saturday, September 15 from 9am to 4pm and Sunday, September 16 from 10am to 3pm. Contact Chris Ibbotson on 0417 923 874 or email her at chris. ibbotson123@gmail.com for more information.
SUPPORTING OUR FARMERS… From left, local residents, Matilda Laws, 9, Arielle Laws, 11, Ollie Laws, 5 and Koopar Laws, 7, at Fernwood Fitness, who is embarking on a fundraising event to support the ‘Buy a Bail’ project. Photo: David Lee.
Every little bit helps THIS drought is hitting farmers hard. With the increased demand, water and grain prices are on the rise and farmers are faced with having to sell poorly conditioned cattle at a loss. It’s a struggle faced by all too many of our farmers and it is organisations like Fernwood Fitness that are working to lift community spirits at such trying times. Fernwood’ is embarking on a fundraising event to support the ‘Buy a Bail’ project. Fernwood’ business owner, Danni Whitaker said, “We will be hosting a ‘Bootcamp Bonanza’ Sunday, September 16 at 10am. It is $5 entry and women of the community are
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welcome. All proceeds from the day will be donated to ‘Buy a Bail.’ Local farmer and Fernwood’ member of four years, Sandra Laws said, “The struggle that farmers are facing is just devastating and what Fernwood’ is doing, taking the initiative to raise funds to help farmers in need is just so uplifting and encouraging. It’s just an example of what community means, it’s awesome and this kind of help makes a real difference.” Visit Fernwood’ at 290 High Street, Shepparton or call 5821 2405 for more information about how you can get involved.
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Welcoming Melissa to the GMCU family MELISSA said, “The GMCU is very much a purpose led organisation and that’s important. “I am thrilled to be joining the GMCU team. T he customer-owned banking sector has such an important role to play in ensuring that there is choice in banking within our regional communities. “GMCU is very proudly customer-owned, and we will continue to look for new and innovative opportunities to ensure that the products and services we offer are relevant, easy-to-use and of value to our members, both now and into the future. “I am looking forward to working with members and the community and to find
ENABLING CHILDREN TO SHINE… From left (back), Stephanie Ludlow, 12, Lucy Ludlow, 12, Charli Waser, 12, Zeerust Primary School principal, Dr Peter Farrell, Ilyza Lowndes, 12, Alice Ludlow, 10. (Front) Olivia Ponting, 7, Eleanor Mason, 5, Piper Boschetti, 6, Audrey Mason, 7, Mia Ponting, 10. Photo: Sharelle Jarvis.
out what is important to them, giving them a voice as to where GMCU is going moving forward, not just with our services but also the role that GMCU plays within the local community.” Board chair, Geoff Cobbledick thanked outgoi ng C EO, René D een for h is commitment to the organisation over a 45 year career. Geoff said, “The GMCU has become an iconic organisation in our regions under the stewardship of René Deen, who has done so much to promote the community profile of GMCU. The GMCU board thank René for his dedication.” On the new CEO appointment, Mr Cobbledick said, “The GMCU board are
very pleased to welcome Melissa Ralph. Melissa brings strong experience in customer-owned banking and enthusiasm for robust regional communities. Under her guidance, we believe GMCU will be well positioned to continue to develop and grow and to ensure that it remains relevant and sustainable in what is a continually evolving banking sector.” GMCU has branches throughout central Victoria, each with experienced bankers who can discuss how interest rates may affect your personal situation, including branches in Shepparton, Mooroopna, Kyabram, Echuca, Benalla, Numurkah, Seymour, Euroa and Kilmore.
Zeerust Primary School
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C HOOSI NG you r child’s primar y school is a big decision. We all want to see our children in the best setting to support not only their education but their social and emotional journey. Only ten minutes drive from Shepparton, Zeerust Primary School is a warm community with small class sizes enabling children to shine. With a flexible approach, Zeerust Primary School principal, Dr Peter Farrell aims to empower children with skills, knowledge and experiences that will put them in good stead for happy lives. Dr Farrell said, “We are very mindful of meeting children’s individual needs tailoring our approach to suit each student. We ensure each of our students are given work that’s suited to their stage. We strongly encourage students to follow their interests and the older students very much get to decide the things they’re going to study, which makes for enthusiastic students. “Our current students come from Sheppar ton South, Mooroopna, Grahamvale, Wunghnu and the local area. For these families, Zeerust is worth the drive.” Z e er u st P r i m a r y S chool is a l linclusive and has a big focus on singing, dance and music and every student goes on an annual camp. For more information, visit Zeerust Primary School at 245 Zeerust Road, Zeerust or contact principal, Dr Peter Farrell on 5829 8282.
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TENTH NOMINATION FOR JB JEWELLERS… … Congratulations to JB Jewellers business owners ,Jack and Bozena for being nominated again for their wonderful service. Photo: Nicholise Garner.
What makes great service? RECEIVING their 10th nomination this year and winning a Service Excellence Award in the past is evidence that J B Jewellers a re providing great service. When asked what sets them apart from other jewellers, JB Jewellers business owners Jack and Bozena said, “At JB Jewellers we have the ability to focus on every aspect of service in the jewellery industry. We make sure that what we do is not only satisfying our customer’s requirements but also gives them a little something extra.
“The key to it is attentive listening, bringing inspiration though our new ideas and advice. “We treat our customers the way we would like to be treated. “An important part of JB Jewellers work is consistency, being flexible and being able to offer express service on most of the repairs and engraving. The best part for us is to have customers over the past 15 years who keep coming back. “Having built long-term relat ion sh ip s w it h ou r cl ient s
has enabled us to develop a good understanding of their needs and meet their requirements. We certainly make sure anyone who comes to JB Jewellers is leaving our shop happy and smiling. “We would like to offer our heartfelt thank you to all our customers, sponsors and hard working organisers of the 2018 White King-Pental 95.3 Triple M Business Awards. Visit JB Jewellers at 265 Maude St, Shepparton or phone them on 5831 1611.
By David Lee IN one case, the scammers got wind of the local’s tax accountant business name and then phoned them back pretending to be the local tax accountant’s firm and ‘confirmed’ that there was a debt that needed to be paid. According to the CPA the ATO has reported that during July and August this year that they had received more than 7,000 scam reports to its dedicated phone line, with close to $190,000 being paid to scammers and more than 1,600 people handing over their personal or financial information. The local accountant said, “If you get a call from someone saying you have done something wrong in your tax and you need to deposit some money immediately, it is a scam call. The caller may even threaten you that if you don’t deposit money immediately, Australian Federal Police will arrest you. “These scammers may appear to you as if someone from your tax accounting firm’s office is calling you. They may even send you an email appearing to be from the ATO. On a closer look, you should be able to figure out it’s a scam email. Remember, the ATO email ID always ends in ‘.gov.au.’ “Please remember the following… the ATO never calls like this saying unless you deposit money, police will arrest you and if you do receive a call of this nature, call your tax accounting firm’s office and speak with them directly.”
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Football Adviser
Wednesday 5 September, 2018
with Matthew Chilcott Goulburn Valley League Adviser Footy Tipsters
GVL Seniors Results Semi Finals Kyabram (97) ..........def ............Echcua (63) Shepparton (112) ...def .........Mansfield (72)
GVL Seniors Preliminary Finals Sunday, September 16
MATT CHILCOTT (94) Shepparton
KIM O’KEEFFE (88) Shepparton
DAMIAN DRUM (97) Shepparton
DAVID FOX (87) Shepparton
JACQUI HUDGSON (96) Shepparton
KYLE POWER (97) Shepparton
SUZANNA SHEED (88) Shepparton
JOHN RYAN (93) Shepparton
MARTIN GLEESON (93) Shepparton
PHANTOM (13) Echuca
Echuca ......................v ............. Shepparton
GVL Seniors 2018 Ladder Kyabram .......................................................72 Shepparton ..................................................56
Echuca
Benalla ..........................................................52 Echuca .........................................................52 Tatura ............................................................46
to
Mansfield ......................................................38
bear all
Euroa .............................................................36 Rochester .....................................................32 Seymour........................................................28 Shepparton United .....................................16 Mooroopna....................................................4 Shepparton Swans........................................0
GVL A Grade Results Semi Finals Shepparton (47) .... def ..Shepp United (34) Echuca (45).............def .......... Seymour (37)
GVL A Grade 2018 Ladder Shepparton ..................................................72 Echuca .........................................................60 Shepparton Swans......................................52 Mooroopna..................................................52 Shepparton United .....................................48 Seymour........................................................48 Tatura ............................................................32 Rochester .....................................................24 Kyabram .......................................................20 Mansfield ......................................................12 Benalla ............................................................8 Euroa ...............................................................4
SHEPPARTON VS ECHUCA… We have reached the preliminary finals and the winner of the match between Shepparton and Echuca this week will determine who will go up against Kyabram in the grand final. Pictured, Andrew Walker (Echuca). Photo: Bailey Opie Photography.
PRELIMINARY Finals can be so great for the winner and so cruel for the loser due to the reward that awaits both at the final siren. Echuca versus Shepparton at Deakin Reserve this week will be the match of the year. Both sides are in great form and have given the Kyabram Bombers a real scare in the last two weeks. Last time the two sides met it was Shepparton with a big win at Victoria Park, Echuca but that was a different Murray Bombers outfit back then. Former Carlton star, Andrew Walker was sensational against Kyabram last week and Tim Allan is kicking multiple goals every week. Simon Buckley is a star with Tom
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Monahan and Cam Valentine in good form. The Bears were challenged early last week but powered away in the second half. Nick Rokahr, Ed Lindon and Mitch Brett were superb and love the big stage. This is going to be an absolute beauty on Sunday at the D. The Bears finished second after the home and away season for a reason and they will win by less than a goal. On a side note we would like to retract the comment written here last week in regards to “AFLGM up to their old tricks.” It was written with tongue in cheek and understand the AFLGM do not allocate finals venues alone.
SPORT
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Victorian Senior Amateur tees off
‘Pass the Ball’ initiative supporting drought affected communities THE Murray Bushrangers players have raised $500 to contribute to drought affected farming communities. The players selected ‘RURAL AID’ as their preferred charity. Additionally, the players also discussed the opportunity to extend the profile of RURAL AID by initiating the #passtheball campaign and tag three additional teams to continue the support of RURAL AID. The players chose two local clubs with high Murray Bushrangers player’s representation in Shepparton United FNC and Albury FNC. Fellow TAC Cup team, Oakleigh Chargers will accept the third nomination. As part of the initiative the nomination is not limited to AFL and the clubs are hoping multiple sports and or business can be included. Clubs or groups can continue the challenge and donate via www.buyabale. com.au/donate/
in Greater Shepparton
THE 2018 Victorian Men’s and Women’s Senior Amateur Championships has just finished up at the Shepparton and Hill Top Golf Clubs. Thanks to the appreciated and generous support from the Greater Shepparton City Council, up to 200 senior golfers travelled to the Goulburn region to compete in one of Victoria’s premier golf events. First played in 1995, the Victorian Men’s Senior Amateur is played over 54-holes stroke play and is one of just two Golf Australia National senior ranking events played within the state. The Victorian Women’s Senior Amateur was first played in 1931 and consists of 36-holes of stroke qualifying followed by match play rounds. Four players qualify for the overall Women’s Senior Championship which is the decided by 18-hole semi-finals and final. An additional four women players qualified for respective 18-hole semi-finals and finals in the 55-64 year and 65 and over age groups. Golf Victoria’s chief operating officer, David Greenhill said, “We were excited to return to Shepparton and Hill Top with the 2018 Victorian Senior Amateur Championships and are extremely grateful for the wonderful assistance provided by the Greater Shepparton City Council. “The Men’s Senior Amateur was last played at Shepparton and Hill Top in 2003 and this year’s return was even more exciting given that the women’s title was played concurrently. “This continues Golf Victoria’s desire to jointly stage as many men’s and women’s events as possible.” Greater Shepparton City Council Mayor, Cr Kim O’Keeffe said, “Greater Shepparton lends itself well to a wide range of sports, including golf. Council was proud to have been able to support this year’s championships and I’m sure all competitors enjoyed their time here,” Cr O’Keeffe said.
A CHAMPIONSHIP EVENT… The Victorian Men’s and Women’s Senior Amateur Championships has just finished up in the region. Photo: Supplied.
Greater Shepparton clubs to benefit from sporting grants CLUBS in Greater Shepparton are among 512 grassroots sports clubs across the state sharing $815,000 in grants to boost their equipment, skills and administration expertise. As part of the first round of the Andrews Government’s 2018-19 Sporting Club Grants Program, the grants provide clubs up to $1,000 for new uniforms and equipment, up to $2,000 for training coaches, officials and volunteers, and up to $5,000 to improve operational effectiveness. The successful
local clubs include Shepparton United Soccer Club, Shepparton Small Bore and Air Rifle Club, Goulburn Valley Hockey Association, Karramomus Cricket Club, Mooroopna Hockey Club, Shepparton Junior Soccer Association, Toolamba Tennis Club, Shepparton Amateur Swimming Club, Tatura Netball Association, Shepparton United Football Netball Club and Katandra Football Netball Club.
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