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Celebrating two decades of medical education

By David Lee JUST over 150 people who have had connections with the University of Melbourne came together last Friday to celebrate a very special occasion, the campus’ 20th anniversary.

In 1999 the Shepparton community identified a need for better recruitment and retention of their health workforce, leading to the founding of the University of Melbourne Department of Rural Health.

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“That was the last time I saw my father alive”

A TERRIFYING EXPERIENCE… Local resident, 88-year-old Stephanie Pelos shared the story with The Adviser of her family being sent as slaves to Nazi Germany, which sadly led to the death of her father, Marko Frankowskyj. Stephanie is pictured here with a photo of her father’s grave. Photo: Katelyn Morse.

Local’s terrifying Nazi slave story

By David Lee I T was a very touching and emotional moment when The Adviser sat down with local resident, 88-year-old Stephanie Pelos. Mustering great strength and shedding a few tears, she shared for the first time her story about at just 12 years of age being captured and made a slave in Nazi Germany; a terrifying ordeal which sadly led to the death of her father, Marko Frankowskyj.

Originally from Pol a nd , S t eph a n ie , her mot her, fat her and brother, John’s lives changed forever in 1940. Marko was taken to Listermuhle/ Mainerzhagen in Germany to work as a slave labourer and in 1942 Stephanie, her mother and brother were also taken to Germany, and made to work on separate farms.

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Local police get decked out in tech

By David Lee ONE hundred and fifty local police officers have begu n training in a new piece of technology that is set to help make the streets and themselves safer, with body worn cameras now in operation around the region.

Of ficers ran ked sergeant and below from Shepparton, Dookie, Mooroopna, Murchison and Tatura will now be wearing the personalised cameras that will live stream at all times, meaning members have the ability to capture recordings of incidences which are required for evidentiary pu r p o s e s o r fo r ju s t i f i e d Troy Hargadon circumstances at the discretion of the members.

Shepparton Police Service Area local area commander, Inspector Troy Hargadon said, “This is a great initiative and provides an opportunity to enhance our safety, our community’s safety and get better outcomes for our vulnerable groups of victims and witnesses of crime.

“The footage we can get from these cameras will prevent victims from having to attend court and help to expedite things such as outcomes of court matters…it just takes the angst and the stress out of that for those who are unfortunately victims of crime or

“This is a great initiative and provides an opportunity to enhance our safety, our community’s safety and get better outcomes for our vulnerable groups of victims and witnesses of crime.

SAFER MEMBERS AND COMMUNITY… Shepparton Police first constable Rechelle McCartney is one of 150 local officers ranked sergeant and below who will be wearing a new personalised body camera. Photo: David Lee.

witnesses of crime.

“But it also improves the safety of our members. Unfortunately there is a trend when we see police objects of targets and this is another great opportunity for us to provide some safety mechanisms to our staff.”

More than 11,000 general duties police and Protective Services Officers are set to be equipped with the cameras across the state by 2020.

Shepparton TODAY Humid. Partly cloudy.

High (70%) chance of showers.

High 21º

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Sunrise: 6:39am Sunset: 8:24pm

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Friday H 28º L 19º

Saturday H 27º L 12º

Shepparton Rainfall Water Level Lake Eildon Waranga Basin

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1.4mm this month

% Full 47.96 45.71

Monday H 29º L 14º

Current Vol (ML) 1,598,979 197,645

Tuesday H 26º L 13º

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Support service now safer thanks to donation

By David Lee THE GOULBURN Valley Pregnancy and Family Support Service (GVPSS) now has a safer premises following the completion of security upgrades made possible by a donation of $15,000 by the Community Fund Goulburn Valley.

With the service having experienced a lot of vandalism and safety issues in the past and recent times, the donation has seen the facility undergo several upgrades. The upgrades include new locks to the entry, client office and volunteer storeroom doors that require lock tags to open, the installation of security cameras and a duress button system as well as a custom built fire door at the rear of the building with crime proof security mesh.

GVPSS: Caroline Chisholm Society lead practitioner, Maree Chin said, “These upgrades are about helping our staff and those who use our service to feel more safe and secure.

“Most of the works carried out were done by locals and we are very happy with how things are at the facility now.

“We just feel so much safer and are just so thankful to the

SECURITY UPGRADES COMPLETE… From left, Goulburn Valley Pregnancy and Family Support Service: Caroline Chisholm Society lead practitioner, Maree Chin and Community Fund Goulburn Valley CEO, Andrea McNabb wearing the new duress buttons and wrist lock tags in front of the new security fire exit door, which was part of the security upgrades that were purchased thanks to funding donated by the community fund. Photo: Katelyn Morse.

community fund for their generous support.”

Community Fund Goulburn Valley CEO, Andrea McNabb said, “We have been a long time supporter to the GVPSS. “The safety of the volunteers, staff and community who utilise the service is paramount and were are proud to have been able to help with that.”

Barking mad at senseless vandalism

By David Lee USERS of the purpose made dog park on Paterson Road and their pooches were barking mad when the Ducat Reserve park was closed recently, following the vandalism of a shade sail and theft of fencing panels at the popular park.

The damage, which is estimated to cost $5,000 to repair, was believed to have taken place between Monday, January 28 and Wednesday, January 30, with council officers noticing the damage on Wednesday morning.

Greater Shepparton City Council Manager Parks Sport and Recreation, Tim Zak said, “It looks as though somebody has pulled a bin up to the shade sail and climbed on top, using it as a trampoline, which is so dangerous. People have died doing things like this.

“We need to work out whether insurance

DAMAGE TO PARK… Greater Shepparton City Council Manager Parks Sport and Recreation, Tim Zak at the Ducat Reserve dog park on Paterson Road, which was recently vandalised. Photo: Katelyn Morse.

will cover the damages caused but either way the cost of repair will be borne by ratepayers.

“This is going to put things back for this projects and those who use the dog park are quite unhappy.

“Somebody would have seen something… the vandals even left their pliers at the scene.”

Greater Shepparton City Council Director of Infrastructure, Phil Hoare said, “This behaviour by individuals shows little or no regard for our community and is extremely disappointing.

“We have already undertaken works to repair the fence so that the facility can be used however the replacement of the shade sail will take some time.”

What do you think about the railway overpass concept?

THERE are just 12 days left to have your say on the Shepparton Railway Station Pedestrian Overpass Concept Plan and the Shepparton Railway Station Shared Pathway Linkages Concept Plan, with residents urged to have their opinions heard.

Submissions can be made by post to Greater Shepparton City Council, Locked Bag 1000, Shepparton VIC 3632, by emailing council@shepparton.vic.gov.au, or via the online form on council’s website.

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Stories shared through art LET US ENTERTAIN YOU… Shepparton Festival chair, Fiona Smolenaars, Greater Shepparton City Council Mayor, Cr Kim O’Keeffe, Shepparton Festival creative director, Craig Carrick and Shepparton Festival general manager, Louise Tremper.

Photo: Katelyn Morse.

Tourism and Major Events success celebrated Greater Shepparton City Council Team L eader Tou rism and M ajor Events, Rohan Sali at the tourism and major events luncheon held on Monday. Over 100 people from across many sectors gathered to hear about last year’s success of 1.18 million visitors coming to the

region injecting over $155M into the local economy. The 2019 Greater Shepparton Major Events Calendar was also launched, which outlines 85 planned events running throughout the region.

Photo: Katelyn Morse.

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PREPARATIONS are in place for the commencement of the Shepparton Festival, due to be setting the region alight with creativity, entertainment and colour in March.

This year, Greater Shepparton City Council is excited to announce a new three-year partnership with the festival to strengthen the arts and cultural community in the region. Presenting over 60 events across 17 days, visitors from the region and beyond attend the festival annually, with 30,000 people expected to make their way to Greater Shepparton this year to participate in many of the great events on offer.

A key part of this year’s festival will be the ‘Converge on the Goulburn’ event, which will celebrate the food, culture and performances of Greater Shepparton’s Aboriginal and multicultural communities.

This year’s theme ‘Story Bowl,’ plays

on the ‘food bowl’ title of the region and celebrates the agricultural and fruit production origins of Greater Shepparton.

Shepparton Festival general manager, Louise Tremper said, “Shepparton Festival has been successful for the past 22 years because of the huge support we get from our partners and the community.

“The 2019 ‘Story Bowl’ theme has stimulated so much creativity! We can’t wait to launch the guide on February 8 at Longleat Winery. It is a really exciting and diverse program that has something for everyone.”

The Shepparton Festival will be running from March 15 to March 31 throughout the region. The 2019 guide and tickets will be available on February 8. For more information, visit www.sheppartonfestival. org.au or check them out on Facebook and Instagram @sheppartonfestival

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Enthusiastic resident excited about her new home NO PLACE LIKE HOME… Maculata Place resident, Helen Bertram enjoys her special new room at the new, $34M Shepparton Villages’ facility.

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HAVE A ROCKIN’ TIME… The Cool Cat Rockers beginner’s lessons commence on Tuesday, February 12 from 7pm at Wesley Hall on Maude Street, Shepparton. Photo: Supplied.

Rockin’ frolickin’ Cool Cats said, “Rock ‘n’ Roll is a FOR those wanting to fun pastime that combines shake, rattle and roll like socialising, meeting new they did in the 1950s and friends, having lots of fun 1960s, Cool Cat Rocker’s and all whilst keeping fit. beginner’s dance lessons “We have the first of will give you the skills to our big dances for the year confidently boogie. Brush coming up on Saturday, up on old skills or learn February 16 from 8pm Rock ‘n’ Roll dance from until late at the Shepparton scratch and even if you High School Hall. don’t have a dance partner, Featuring top Melbourne Cool Cats’ friendly and band, Jump ‘n’ Jive, there social group of like-minded Kaye Rossignoli will be lucky door and people will ensure everyone raffle prizes. Tickets are on has a rockin’ time.

This year, beginner’s lessons commence sale now and must be prepaid.”

For further information, contact Kaye on Tuesday, February 12 from 7pm at Wesley Hall on Maude Street, Shepparton on 5821 5465 or Stuart Barnes on 0408 535 610. and all ages are invited to attend.

Kaye Rossignoli from Cool Cat Rockers

“Rock ‘n’ Roll is a fun pastime that combines socialising, meeting new friends, having lots of fun and all whilst keeping fit.

“I’M SO happy here. The new building is perfect,” 92-year-old resident, Helen Bertram beamed from her room at Maculata Place.

Helen, along with fellow residents from Hakea Lodge moved in to the new $34M state-of-the-art two storey residential aged care home at Tarcoola in November.

Three months on, Helen has nothing but praise for her new home.

“I love my room. I loved it right from the start. I walked through the purple door and my cover was on the bed and everything was all unpacked. It was like home, it really was,” Helen said.

There are so many spaces within Maculata Place for residents to enjoy – little cosy sitting rooms, lounge areas, courtyards and beautiful gardens. But most of all, Helen enjoys the lovely view from her ‘purple’ room.

“I have beautiful big windows to look

out at the world passing by. In the early months here, there were lots of ducks and ducklings. The air conditioning is brilliant; you absolutely don’t even know it’s summer in here,” Helen said.

It’s not only the beautiful building with all its modern fixtures that make Maculata Place home to residents – it is also the relationship model of care, where the resident is the centre of everything.

“The staff are also wonderful and nothing is a trouble – you couldn’t wish for more.

There is no pressure on us for anything we don’t want to do. They tell us this is our home and make it quite clear we can do as we like. I can’t think of a single rule that stops us from doing anything we want.

“Of course, you are wise to find out ahead of time if a nail in the wall would be ok, but the maintenance men come and do that for you,” Helen says, with a twinkle in her eye.

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Rocket Man set to rock Rutherglen BIG MOVE AFTER 20 YEARS… From left (back), Stockdale & Leggo property manager/administration, Debbie Wiltshire, residential property manager, Kia Rogers, residential property manager, Colin Theobald, commercial property manager, Jessica Tassoni, reception/administration, Mia Beks, residential and commercial sales, Vince Tassoni, sales support, Casey Eckel, property manager/administration, Linda Matthews and sales administration, Katie Lewis. (Front), Stockdale & Leggo senior sales and chattels valuer, Darren Butler, senior property manager, Fiona Butler, managing director, Scott Butler cutting the ribbon to officially open the business’ new premises with Federal Member for Murray, Damian Drum. (Absent), Stockdale & Leggo property manager, Glenys Overwater, property manager/administration, Melissa Mennen. Photo: David Lee.

Family business opens new premises

By David Lee IT was a joyous occasion on Friday last week, when the Butlers and staff at Stockdale & Leggo celebrated the official opening of the business’ new premises, with Federal Member for Murray, Damian Drum cutting the ribbon.

Having been in the previous premises on the corner of Wyndham and Nixon Streets for 20 years, the new location on the corner of Wyndham and Knight Streets provides the business with a purpose renovated, 200m2 office space fit with a commercial board room.

Managing director, Scott Butler said, “These

new premises allows us to run the ship a lot more system oriented.

“We’ve always wanted to buy our own freehold and when we saw this site was available we decided to jump on it.”

Damian Drum said, “The only way you can ever be successful in real estate is with a large degree of honour because you rely on your customers.

“This is a family organisation that continues to go on with honour, so it was a pleasure to be invited to officially open the new premises.”

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AFTER more than 450 shows and over three million happy patrons, A Day on the Green continues to entertain Australia with their stellar outdoor events combining great food, wine and music.

Roadhouse Enter tainment, in conjunction with Chugg Entertainment, is thrilled to announce that Sir Elton John will be performing three very special ‘A Day on the Green’ outdoor concerts as part of the epic 15-date Australian leg of his global Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour.

The concerts will present Sir Elton at All Saints Estate, Rutherglen on Wednesday, January 29, 2020 and promises to be the biggest show ever staged at the estate.

Elton John will deliver his famed songbook to spellbound audiences, on his very last tour, playing a mammoth run that includes all capital cities, along with stops at some of Australia’s finest outdoor venues.

Roadhouse Entertainment promoter, Michael Newton said, “We believe this will be the biggest ever event staged in the area and seeing this iconic artist perform his biggest hits in such a beautiful setting promises to be an absolute once-in-alifetime experience.”

Tickets will be in huge demand when

HOP AND BOP TO THE CROCODILE ROCK… Sir Elton John will be bringing his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour to Rutherglen as part of the A Day on the Green outdoor concert series. Photo: Supplied.

they go on sale on Friday, February 15 at 9am from Ticketmaster. Visit www. ad ayont heg re en.com . au for more information or to have a look at all the other awesome outdoor concerts on offer.

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The fight against Queensland Fruit Fly flares up NO FLIES ON US… From left, a great group of campers who were only too happy to spread the ‘No Flies On Us’ message, Tom Vincent, Cameron Sharp, Karly Vincent, Jenny Shief, Andrew Moore, Kathryn McCallum, Maria Wilson and Nathan Wilson. Photo: Supplied.

THE Murray River is a hot spot for tourists during summer and this year is absolutely no exception. Together, Moi ra Sh i re and Ca mpaspe Sh i re account for over 40 0kms of river f ront age , wh ich i ncludes popu la r National Parks and State Forests.

The region’s successful Queensland Fruit Fly community awareness and education campaign was extended this year to reach tourists visiting the area’s river banks and camping grounds and saw visitors get on board to support the ‘No Flies On Us’ message.

Queensland Fruit Fly field officers braved the heat to distribute approximately 500 ‘No Flies On Us’ information packs to Murray River campers during the Christmas and New Year period.

T he information packs provided information on fruit fly habitat and life cycles, host fruit and simple actions those with access to a fruit tree or host plant can take to reduce the spread of fruit fly, as well as easy-to-follow instructions on how to make your own fruit fly trap.

Goulburn Murray Valley Regional Fruit Fly coordinator, Ross Abberfield said the peak holiday season was the perfect time to reinforce the cause.

“With tens of thousands of holidaymakers entering the area, we saw a real opportunity to create awareness about the threat that Queensland Fruit Fly poses to the Goulburn Murray Valley and surrounding regions,” Mr Abberfield said.

The extensive community awareness a nd educ at ion c a mpa ig n a i m s to educate the community on the simple control and prevention measures that are imperative to winning the fight against fruit fly. For more information about the simple steps you can take to reduce the spread of fruit fly, go to www.gmv-qldfruitfly.com.au

“With tens of thousands of holiday-makers entering the area, we saw a real opportunity to create awareness about the threat that Queensland Fruit Fly poses to the Goulburn Murray Valley and surrounding regions, Ross Abberfield

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Cool the cab of your car for comfort BRIDGESTONE Shepparton/Solar City Tyre Service is now providing vehicle air conditioning servicing. They’ve invested in the latest equipment in air conditioning servicing for all passenger, SUV and 4WD vehicles.

As you may be aware, vehicles without air conditioning can be a sweaty and uncomfortable ride. A properly working air conditioner keeps you and everyone else in the vehicle cool all the way to your destination. Bridgestone Shepparton / Solar City Tyre Service can assess interior climate control issues and are highly trained in A/C evaluation and recharge.

The function of your vehicle’s air conditioning is to cool the air coming into your vehicle’s passenger compartment using three main parts: the compressor, condenser and evaporator. They complete the following inspection of the air

KEEP COOL AND DRIVE ON… Bridgestone Shepparton/Solar City Tyre Service is fully equipped to keep you and your passengers cool in the car this summer. Photo: Katelyn Morse.

conditioning compressor drive belt and all accessible components for cracks, leaks or damage.

Bridgestone Shepparton/Solar City Tyres Service is associated with the Australian Refrigeration Council. They can also handle the following air-conditioner gas R1234yf and R134a for automotive air-conditioning applications and can also assist with service trade and retail enquiries.

So beat the heat, book-in and stay cool.

Call the team on 5831 5177, or pay the team a visit at 124/126 New Dookie Road, Shepparton.

Local’s terrifying Nazi slave story continued from front page One terrible day in 1944, Stephanie was walking with her father when they were stopped by two SS Officers, who began to assault Marko, and due to being so distressed, the officers sent Stephanie home to the farm she was working on; this was the last time she saw her father alive.

Stephanie said, “When we went to Germany, we were sent on a holocaust train to a concentration camp. They sorted us out and put us on another train and we were sent to farms close to the farm that my father was working on. We were only allowed to go visit my mum once a fortnight.

“I was walking with my father on a huge plantation farm one day after seeing my mum and we saw the two SS Officers come out of the trees and they started attacking my father and kicking him. I started screaming and they sent me home. That was the last time I saw my father alive!

“Early in the morning I heard the phone ring. My boss got on the phone and then came to me and said I had to go to the police station with my mother. We went to the police station and my father was dead. There was a man with a horse and cart with a box to put my father in. It was very distressing for us all.

“They took him to be buried at a Jewish cemetery in Meinerzhagen. We were Catholic.

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“I have never talked about this because it is so hard to talk about.

“Many years later I did tell my niece a little about it and she got on her computer and she found out where the cemetery was and my father’s grave.

“I would love to win tattslotto and go to Germany to put a proper headstone on his grave.”

In 1949 however, Stephanie, her mother and brother were asked what part of the world they would like to go to by the English regime who was then looking after them and Australia was their home of choice.

They arrived by ship and transported to Bathurst. Along with a friend, Kathy, whom she had met on the ship, Stephanie then travelled on to St Mary’s but her mother and brother stayed behind.

Stephanie said, “A few days after our first Christmas in Australia, I got a telegram saying that my mum was in hospital and to come urgently. We had no money but after telling a friend Allen about it, he kindly gave us the money we needed. When we got to Maitland we walked to the camp my mum was staying at and it turned out she had sent me a bogus telegram…she was not unwell at all, but was very happy to see us.

“Kathy and I have spent over 60 years now as good friends. We came a long way from our homes in Poland to Australia.

We’ve always had great laughs together, cried together and have grown old together.”

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Get involved, socialise and learn new skills FOR those itching to get out and socialise with like-minded people, there is currently lots happening over at South Shepparton Community Centre.

Every Monday from 1pm until 3pm, ‘Learn to Sew’ participants will learn the basic skills required in sewing, taking up hems or making a garment, it is up to you.

Playgroup sessions are on Tuesday’s 1pm to 3pm and cost only $10 for two-hour sessions. These are very popular so be sure to book ahead.

T here are also weekly Australian Citizenship Practice sessions, to help you learn the citizenship content and get prepared for the national test. This course runs weekly every Wednesday from 11am until 12pm.

New to the calendar is a no-obligation Men’s Group, encouraging men of all ages who like to get out for social interaction to come down for a friendly chat, cuppa and no pressure environment to get to know

each other.

All of the other usual services offered are still available, including job skills and technology courses, help with English language, arts and crafts, music, fitness, social and support groups, as well as a host of other activities and courses.

South Shepparton Community Centre manager, Dawn Taylor said, “We are excited to add a new Monthly Mysteries session to our calendar. Participants can sign up by giving their email and each month there will be a mystery activity.

Events such as sing-a-longs, guest speakers, workshops and information sessions will be available, so sign up to uncover the monthly mystery!”

To get involved or to see the full calendar of events and activities, visit South Shepparton Community Centre at 11 Service Street, Shepparton or give them a call 5821 6172.

CRAFTY CREW… From left, working hard on their new craft activities, South Shepparton Community Centre participants, Maria Soccio and Cathy Ward, manager, Dawn Taylor, volunteers, Marcela Estiler and Tracey Bruton, art class teacher, Diane Cook and volunteer, Lee-Anne Ough. Photo: Katelyn Morse.

$6.6M to support new medical degrees T H E U n iver sit y of M elb ou r ne’s Shepparton campus is getting a multimillion dollar boost, which will provide support for a new rural medical school program.

The $6.6M in funding will support aspiring doctors to undertake medical training locally in the Goulburn Valley, through the expansion of student accommodation to house medical students for the first year of their degree. It will also fund additional teaching, learning, conference and office spaces on campus.

M inister for Regional S er vices, Senator Bridget McKenzie said, “This is transformational for aspiring rural doctors

to study and train locally in the regions.

“The new program will offer 30 Commonwealth-supported medical places each year from 2022.”

Federal Member for Murray, Damian Drum said, “This investment is exactly what we need to support Goulburn Valley residents who wish to pursue medical studies.

“It will support local students to undertake the majority of their medical training right here in Shepparton – which means they will be more likely to stay here, building up the local health workforce, when they complete their studies.”

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Community pleased with council performance

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THE community has spoken, and according to the latest results of the council’s Community Satisfaction Survey 2018/2019 Quarter 2, the satisfaction toward council has continued to see increases.

Since 2016 Greater Shepparton City Council has seen a significant increase in performance on all core measures including Overall Direction (up 21 points), Overall Performance (up 15 points), Making Community Decisions (up nine points), Customer Service (up 13 points), and Sealed Local Roads (up 17 points since 2017).

Other areas such as Advocacy, the Transfer Station, Arts and

Cultural Activities, Trust and Financial Management are all higher.

Greater Shepparton City Council Director Corporate Services, Chris Teitzel said, “I think we are seeing a more accurate picture of community sentiment with this survey. Previous years’ surveys interviewed a total of 400 residents once a year but moving to quarterly surveys and interviewing more residents has provided a much more realistic result.

“There are still improvements to be made and we encourage residents to provide their feedback if they are asked to participate next time.”

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Lyn said, “It can be a minefield to plans.

Utilise your local travel experts to ensure that your holiday is safe, stressfree and everything you want it to be.”

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The origins of Valentine’s Day WITH February 14 just around the corner and many readying for Valentine’s Day, you may wonder where exactly this holiday tradition came from? While the origins of this ‘day of love’ may be shrouded in a little mystery, it is said to have Roman roots.

Roman roots The histor y of Valentine’s Day is obscure and further clouded by various fanciful legends. The holiday’s roots are in the ancient Roman festival of Lupercalia, a fertility celebration commemorated annually on February 15. Pope Gelasius I recast this pagan festival as a Christian feast day circa 496, declaring February 14 to be St. Valentine’s Day.

Valentines galore Which St. Valentine this early pope intended to honour remains a mystery; according to the Catholic Encyclopedia, there were at least three early Christian saints by that name. One was a priest in Rome, another a bishop in Terni and of a third St. Valentine almost nothing is known except that he met his end in Africa. Rather astonishingly, all three Vale ntin es we re said to have bee n martyred on February 14.

Most scholars believe that the St. Valentine of the holiday was a priest who attracted the disfavour of Roman emperor Claudius II around 270. At this stage, the factual ends and the mythic begins.

According to one legend, Claudius II had prohibited marriage for young men, claiming that bachelors made better soldiers. Valentine continued to secretly perform marriage ceremonies but was

eventually apprehended by the Romans and put to death. Another legend has it that Valentine, imprisoned by Claudius, fell in love with the daughter of his jailer.

Before he was executed, he allegedly sent her a let ter signed ‘from your Valentine.’ Probably the most plausible story surrounding St. Valentine is one not focused on Eros (passionate love) but on agape (Christian love); he was martyred for refusing to renounce his religion.

In 1969, the Catholic Church revised its liturgical calendar, removing the feast days of saints whose historical origins were questionable. St. Valentine was one of the casualties.

Chaucer’s love birds It was not until the 14th century that this Christian feast day became definitively associated with love. According to UCLA medieval scholar, Henry Ansgar Kelly, author of Chaucer and the Cult of Saint Valentine, it was Chaucer who first linked St. Valentine’s Day with romance.

In 1381, Chaucer composed a poem in honour of the engagement between Engl an d’s R ichard I I an d A nn e of Bohemia. As was the poetic tradition, Chaucer associated the occasion with a feast day. In ‘The Parliament of Fowls,’ the royal engagement, the mating season of birds, and St. Valentine’s Day are linked.

VALENTINE DEVINE… From left, Stephens Jewellers senior sales, Marie Dougan and retail sales manager, Nancy May are here to help you find the perfect gift for your loved one this Valentine’s Day. Photo: Katelyn Morse.

These are a few of our favourite things THE tradition of celebrating romance on Valentine’s Day, February 14 dates back to Roman times. Over the centuries the tradition has evolved to be one where we celebrate love, romance and commitment through the sharing of a very personal gift.

Stephens Jewellers has assembled a wide array of affordable gifts of love for girls and guys this Valentine’s Day. Pandora Jewellery is always a great gift option, with affordable charms each with a unique opportunity to communicate very personal meanings of love and connection . The expanded Pandora collection of classic silver, Pandora rose and the new Pandora shine gold finished collection is now in store at Stephen’s Jewellers at both Shepparton Marketplace and Echuca.

If you’re looking for something unique and modern for your Valentine, the stylish

Von Treskow, Australian designed sterling silver with rose gold highlights is also a great solution. This collection of earrings, pendants, bangles and necklaces in a wide array of designs is on display at Stephens Jewellers Fryers Street and Shepparton Marketplace stores.

Engravable messages can also be applied to modern disc necklaces, which are a current design trend. Of course, the very classical love heart design also remains a strong preference for many.

No matter what you’re looking for the Valentine Day, the specialist consultants at Stephens Jewellers will be able to help select the perfect gift. Visit Stephens Jewellers Shepparton CBD store at 52 Fryers Street, give the team a call on 5821 3361 to arrange a consultation or visit the website at www.stephensjewellers.com.au for more information.

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Celebrating two decades of medical education continued from front page STARTING with just nine staff the school now employs over 100 and comes into contact with around 2,000 students per year. More impressively though, the school has had more than 10,000 students through the doors over the two decades.

The Shepparton campus’ foundation chair and first dean of the rural clinical school, Professor David Simmons said, “20 years ago there was a very clear need for the campus to be here. Firstly, there was a great demand for more general practitioners and secondly some of the rural health outcomes were not as good as one would have looked to have seen.

“But the clincher was that there was an Indigenous health workforce need, not only for Rumbalara but for the wider Aboriginal population.

“The changes over the years have been enormous.

When I started there was a general need for more general practitioners and now that has changed.

“When I think about the hospital, the numbers of specialists has increased.

“In rural nursing, we had great limitations and that has now been worked on. The workforce is much bigger and in terms of health, things have improved on broad terms.”

University of Melbourne Department of Rural Health director, Professor Lisa Bourke said, “Some of the key milestones we have seen over the years have included becoming university department that supported student placements, research and Indigenous health, getting the medical school to teach students in Shepparton and helping to develop the Academy of Sport Health and Education (ASHE).

“In 2008 we opened the centre of excellence in rural sexual health which has been great for rural Victoria. It started here in Shepparton and the Goulburn Valley and is now across rural Victoria.

“More recently we secured the junior doctor training program to help the graduates develop pathways in their multiple specialities while staying in the Goulburn Valley and then we now have a partnership with La Trobe to provide a full medical degree for 30 students per year.

“Over the years we have also expanded our teaching places.

“It has just been a department grown from strength to strength.”

“I think in the future we will continue to grow. I’d like to see us offer graduate nurse training and physiotherapy, occupational therapy and some of the mental health disciplines and strengthen our work in Aboriginal health.”

A VERY SPECIAL OCCASION… University of Melbourne Department of Rural Health director, Professor Lisa Bourke and the Shepparton campus’ foundation chair and first dean of the rural clinical school, Professor David Simmons at the campus’ 20th anniversary celebrations on Friday last week. Photo: Supplied.

Keep your pet happy and smiling FOUR out of every five dogs and cats over the age of three years have some sort of dental disease which becomes more severe with age. This can be a real problem for pets and owners because it can lead to more serious problems such as illnesses related to the heart, liver and kidney.

At GV Vets, February is oral health month. Pre-booked dental checks are free in February, so now is the best time to take your cherished pet to ensure they are comfortable, smiling and happy.

You should check your pet’s teeth regularly as pets often won’t show pain.

Even pets with sore gums, an infected mouth or broken teeth will continue to eat so you may not notice they have problems.

GV Vets co-owner and veterinarian, Dr Frances Jenner said, “Checking your pet’s

mouth is an important part of their annual health check. Detecting periodontal disease early enables us to do something about it, which for one, is better for your pet as we are getting in before the problem is too bad. And secondly, preventative dental care is often more affordable than extensive treatment of nasty dental disease.

“Some signs of poor dental health to look out for in your pets at home include bad breath, inflamed or easily bleeding gums, broken teeth, reluctance to eat harder foods, drooling and tartar build up.”

Keep your pet smiling and ensure their happiness by calling GV Vets to book a dental check on 5878 1144, or visit them online at www.gvvets.com.au or in-store at 169 Nixon Street, Shepparton.

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DENTAL CARE FOR DUKE… GV Vets co-owner and veterinarian, Dr Frances Jenner posing with smiley Duke. Photo: Katelyn Morse.

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RIGHT: BUDAPEST… Meryl at the 11th Century Matthias Church.

ABOVE: SALZBURG… A spectacular Christmas Market decorations stall.

Christmas Markets of the Danube EUROPE comes alive at Christmas with many cities and towns displaying fabulous Christmas Markets and for Meryl Goodwin an opportunity to travel with like-minded tourists and re-visit parts of Europe, but this time in the snow.

Meryl was on a Lyn McNaught guided tour.

The first stop was Prague. They had four nights there so there was an opportunity to get a feel for the old city and all it offers.

On a day tour they visited the Prague Castle.

With great views down onto the old city with its cobblestone streets, the city’s Astronomical clock stands proud chiming away with its moving figures. The clock was built in 1410.

They also attended a Thanksgiving Dinner with great Christmas fair and entertainment and a visit to the Peace Square for the Christmas Market. It was filled with stalls offering everything from food to decorations and gifts and the wonderful smell of mulled wine and freshly baked bread.

On another excursion they visited Cesky Krumlov and it was snowing. Meryl was taken by the view as they travelled along with lightly falling snow. They visited the castle and the view from the walls down over the city with its Christmas lights and the white snow was like something out of a picture book.

At Passau they boarded their cruise boat.

Normally you would board further up but because of the low water levels in the Danube they sailed from Passau.

Their ship, Avalon Waterways, was first class; from the cabin to the entertainment, wonderful food and attentive staff. This became their home for the next six nights.

They visited Regensburg; one of Germany’s best-preserved medieval cities and the only German city not bombed during WWII. On a guided walking tour they saw the old Town Hall built in the 13th century, an ancient Roman fort built in 179AD and they walked across the 12th century Steinedrne Brucke stone bridge, which is the oldest of its kind in Germany.

They now sailed to Linz from where they took an excursion to Salzburg to see some of the sites from the Sound of Music and they attended a special celebration of the Christmas

carol Silent Night and had the opportunity to visit another Christmas Market.

Leaving Salzburg they returned to their ship and sailed to Melk. Here they visited an 11th century Benedictine Abby, which is still in use today and some 600 students attend.

Meryl was amazed by the library, which contained over 80,000 books and 2,000 manuscripts, and also the Abby’s church with its frescoed ceilings and stunning high altar.

The view from the Abby’s terrace over the Danube was stunning.

They now sailed to Vienna. They arrived that evening and Meryl was captured by the beauty of the city with its glittering lights.

That night they attended a concert and it was magical, then a tour of the palace. Meryl was amazed by the structure and craftsmanship of these buildings and of course it provided an opportunity to attend another Christmas Market.

They now disembarked the ship and took a bus to Budapest. There was a lot to see and the shopping was good. On a guided tour they saw much of the old town, visited Heroes Square and the massive hilltop castle and another Christmas Market.

This market was the biggest of them all and Meryl was impressed by what it had to offer.

There was a whole pig on a spit, open fire smoking salmon, lots of stalls and the most tempting things to buy.

That night they celebrated a farewell dinner.

Meryl’s tour had come to its end and the next day she flew home.

Meryl would like to thank Lyn McNaught Travel in Mooroopna and Lyn McNaught who hosted the tour making it a holiday to remember.

Until next time, Safe Travel’n, Geoff Vallance

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COMMUNITY CONNECT Tell us about your ‘not-for-profit’ community events via email at classifieds@ sheppartonadviser.com.au or fax on 5832 8920 (information is required at least 2 weeks before an event). Please note listings are to be fewer than 55 words.

Vintage Machinery Rally on March 16 and 17 at the Kyabram Showgrounds. There will be vintage engine and machinery displays, memorabilia displays, and more. Entry is $5, under 16 is free and it is free to exhibitors. For more information and entry forms, contact Barb Thomson on 0439 448 444 or Peter Fletcher on 0403 846 412.

FAMILY ANONYMOUS is a self-help group for family and friends of those individuals with drug, alcohol or related behavioural issues. Held every Wednesday from 6pm to 7:30pm at the Church of Christ, 105 Corio Street, Shepparton. For more details phone 0426 673 848 or email Fashepparton@ gmail.com ONGOING GROW PEER-SUPPORT GROUP Feeling depressed? Anxious? Isolated? Grow offers hope. The Shepparton group meets on Wednesdays from 1pm at the South Shepparton Community Centre, 11 Service Street. For more information, call Lindy on 0448 052 769 or visit www.grow.org.au INVERGORDON HISTORY HALL Community Reserve, Centre Road Invergordon. Open to the public on third Sunday of November, 1:30pm until 3:30pm, or open by appointment. Contact Dot on 5862 3689, Vin on 5862 3448 or Rosemary on 5862 1707.

SOU T H SH E PPA RTON COM M U N I T Y CENTRE has an ongoing garage sale from Monday to Friday between 10am to 2pm. A variety of brica-brac, books, kitchen items, home wares and much more. No clothing. Most items under $10. Visit 11 Service Street, Shepparton.

send us your snaps WA N T to se e you r photos i n t he newspaper? We are calling on all our readers to send in their photos for the chance to have it selected to go to print.

This week we were sent a stunning photo by local resident, Jenny Locke of a small Thorny Devil spotted on the track in Francois Peron National Park.

Please send your photos to photo@sheppartonadviser.com.au or message it to us via our Facebook page ‘The Shepparton Adviser.’ If you are sending via email, please keep your email’s total size to under 8mb.

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UPCOMING THE COMMEMORATION OF THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE SOUTHERN AURORA RAIL TRAGEDY will run from Thursday, February 7 to Sunday, February 10 at the Violet Town Café.

The event includes a vigil service, opening of the memorial gardens, community market, parade of vintage emergency vehicles, live performances, art exhibitions and more. For further information, visit www.southernauroraviolettown.com.au THE FIRST FUNDRAISER GV HEALTH AUXILIARY is organising for 2019 is the annual Valentines Day Brunch. This will be held on Sunday, February 10 at the Shepparton Greyhound Racing Complex, GV Highway, Kialla, commencing at 9am.

All welcome. Tickets from Kathryn on 0438 822 081. All proceeds to GV Health.

SINGLE 60+ CLUB will hold its first meeting for February on February 12 at the Royal Mail Hotel, Mooroopna at 6pm. Looking to make new friends and share common interests with others, meet at the Royal mail Hotel, Mooroopna at 6pm on the second Tuesday of the month for dine and to plan activities.

For further information, phone Jan on 0458 211 104 or Marg on 5821 2438.

NORTHEAST HEALTH WANGARATTA FRIENDS OF THE HOSPITAL is holding its February cake stall on Wednesday, February 20 at the hospital café from 8:30am until sold out.

All proceeds go toward urgently needed clinical equipment for the hospital. For more details, contact Nadia on (03)5722 5069.

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The ‘future’ of Bushies women’s team announced THE Murray Bushrangers celebrated the launch of its 2019 season with a training day and jumper presentation on Saturday, where the women’s U18 and Futures Squad were announced.

Female talent coordinator, Briana Cossar said, “More than 80 young females from across the region have participated in the elite level football training program over the past three months. This has included AFLW testing components and intra club games throughout the pre-season program to ensure players have both the football and athletic attributes to perform in the elite U18 competition.

“A special thank you to all the girl’s parents for their dedication, commitment and sacrifices in getting the girls to training each week.”

The squad of 52 players includes 23 ‘Futures’ (U16) players and is represented by 18 clubs from across the North East Border, Goulburn Murray and Southern NSW regions.

“This highlights the strong growth in community football programs and dedicated coaches and volunteers who all help provide a terrific platform, developing the girls into football players and preparing them for the elite football program we

LEADING THE WAY… From left, the Murray Bushrangers 2019 leadership group, Meg Todhunter (Wodonga Raiders), Millie Brown – captain (Mooroopna), Sophie Locke - vice captain (Seymour), Abby Favell (Griffith Swans), Mikaela Trethowan - vice captain (Thurgoona Bulldogs) and Kate Adams (Shepparton United). Photo: Will Adams.

provide,” Cossar said.

New Bushrangers coach, Tim Madden said, “It was a very difficult selection process with the high standard of players and credit to all the girl’s junior football

‘Mega’ challenge ahead for locals

By David Lee MULTIPLE Sclerosis (MS) is a debilitating disease that affects sufferers differently and for the 10th year, locals will be taking to the pool to take on the mammoth challenge of the MS 24 Hour Mega Swim.

Over the years over 800 local participants have helped to raise $150,000 for MS Australia and it is hoped that this year’s participants can help to add $20,000 to the total kitty.

MS 24 Hour Mega Swim Shepparton community host, Damien Stevens-Todd said, “Nine swims down and over $150,000 raised in Shepparton alone, we look forward to celebrating 10 years in 2019.

“We’ll aim for 100 people in the pool and $20,000 funds to be raised!

“We might even surprise locals with our own local Ninja Warrior this year! You’ve got nothing to lose, and everything to gain...and those living with MS will appreciate it, I assure you. Make a difference in someone’s life today.”

The 2019 MS 24 Hour Mega Swim will run on Saturday, February 16 and Sunday 17. To donate or

SWIMMING FOR A CAUSE… This year’s MS 24 Hour Mega Swim is just around the corner and it’s not too late to make a donation or sign up to take part like 2018 participant, Cindy Dunn. Photo: Supplied.

sign up to this event, and for more information go to megaswim@ms.org.au or call 1300 733 690.

clubs for developing the girl’s football skills.”

The team is preparing for their round one match against Northern Knights at RAMS Arena, Craigieburn on Saturday, March 2.

Tigers to roar into town THE Richmond Football Club is set to roar into town in early March, holding a range of visits and activities before taking part in the Jardine Lloyd Thompson Match at Deakin Reserve against Melbourne as part of their 2019 AFL Community Camp.

Players will conduct visits to GV Health and activities in the Maude Street Mall across Friday, March 1 and Saturday 2, as well as an open training session on Saturday before their match on Sunday, March 3.

One of the big highlights of the two-day camp is always the Official AFL Community Camp Function with Richmond players and officials, which will be held at lunchtime on Saturday 2 at the FJ Edwards Room (Shepparton Football Netball Club Social Rooms), offering fans the opportunity to dine and interact with their heroes.

The event will allow fans to participate in raffles and auctions on the day with proceeds going to the development of local football in the region. There will also be a rare opportunity for fans to meet and eat a meal with their favourite players.

Tickets to the Richmond AFL Community Camp Official Function are $70 per person and can be purchased at www. aflgoulburnmurray.com.au/tigers-on-the-prowl or the AFL Goulburn Murray Office (cash, cheque only).

A full schedule will be released closer to the weekend.

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W ITH children returning to school this month, we thought we’d wind the clock and travel via bus to Shepparton’s glorious public transport past.

Shepparton has had many iconic bus services and memorable drivers operate throughout the region over the years.

These old buses would certainly be lacking in many of the comfort and safety features of today’s current fleets, however something about the design of these old vehicles would certainly turn heads and put smiles on many faces if spotted around town today.

Thank you to the hard working historians at Lost Shepparton and Shepparton Heritage Centre for assisting with this piece. Please drop in to the Shepparton Heritage Centre at 154 Welsford Street, Shepparton, or give Lost Shepparton’s Facebook page a visit at @lostshepparton to view many more classic shots from the regions past.

1. TAYLFORTH BUS... Taken in 1959, the image features driver Nev Doyle transporting the Shepparton Youth Club marching girls to a competition. Photo: Lost Shepparton 2. DOOKIE – SHEPPARTON BUS...

Taken in 1962. From left, Karen Kerlin, Jenny Callander, Maria Kesckes, Ricky Bevis, Frank Kesckes, Michael Kerlin.

Photo: Lost Shepparton / Jim Scott.

3. DEANS BUS SERVICE... Year unknown.

Photo: Lost Shepparton / Jim Scott.

4. HALL’S BUS SERVICE... Year 1988.

Photo: Lost Shepparton.

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