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FOOTBALL ADVISER with Matthew Chilcott

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 17, 2019

SNAPSHOTS FROM GREATER SHEPPARTON’S PAST

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$10 million investment to brighten the region WORK has commenced on expanding Shepparton’s power facilities, with Powercor investing $10 million to improve services.

Construction on the new depot at 60 Doyles Road commenced last month and will provide space for future growth and safer design. The new depot is also significantly larger than the current Wheeler Street depot, which was built in 1966.

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No more water can be removed from the region REACHING A TIPPING POINT… Committee for Greater Shepparton CEO, Sam Birrell is calling for a complete review of the Murray-Darling Basin Project. Photo: Ash Beks.

By Ash Beks ALL respective challengers have entered the ring for a fiery reigniting of the Murray-Darling Basin debate, following airing of an ABC Four Corners program last week called ‘Cash Splash’. The program contains fresh allegations that some of the government water buybacks designed to boost efficient water use are bypassing basin communities and flowing on to be used inefficiently by international corporations.

The episode argues that instead of utilising Commonwealth cash to invest in efficiency projects through the On-Farm Efficiency Program, the funds were being funnelled directly into establishing new production business for international cotton and almond farmers, who, ironically, are being accused of using out-dated and inefficient irrigation systems.

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Museum rich with culture and history

DANCE FOR NAIDOC… Bangerang Culture Centre manager, Clint Edwards leads the Bangerang Dance Group in a traditional dance. Photo: Stephen Hutcheson.

HUNDREDS of visitors went down to Bangerang Cultural Centre last week to take part in a huge day of NAIDOC Week celebrations.

The centre is Australia’s first Aboriginal cultural ‘keeping place/museum’ to be completely developed and managed by the Aboriginal community in Australia.

For NAIDOC Week, the community were invited in to the centre to view the enormous range of artefacts, history and artwork on display. Guests were also treated to an enjoying some story time, music and dance.

BRINGING THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER…From left (back), Bangerang Culture Centre general manager, Clint Edwards, chairperson, Miranda Edwards, Kmart Shepparton store manager, Steve de With and home manager, Di Wright. (Front), Bangerang Dance Group members, Bradley Atkinson, Thomas Higgins, Clint Edwards, Kyrie Atkinson and Jarrah Atkinson. Photo: Katelyn Morse.

Helping hands for cultural display KMART Shepparton has celebrated NAIDOC Week for the third year in a row. In conjunction with the Bangerang Cultural Centre, they have put together a cultural display in the front window of the store, including a collection of artifacts and posters.

To celebrate the launch last Tuesday, they also had the Bangerang Dance Group showing off their moves with a traditional dance.

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Another feature of the display is to enable the people of Shepparton to participate by adding handprints into the window display.

Chairperson of Bangerang Cultural Centre, Miranda Edwards said, “A display like this helps bring the Aboriginal culture and the people of Shepparton closer together. The community love it.”

The display at Kmart ran all week for NAIDOC Week.

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LEARNING ABOUT CULTURE TOGETHER… Last week at a GV Health’s NAIDOC event, Graham Briggs invited members of the community to learn how to play the didgeridoo, with mixed results. Photo: Ash Beks.

An exciting celebration of culture IT was a time for reflection and celebration of Aboriginal culture last Thursday at GV Health for their annual NAIDOC Week celebrations.

The Elsie Jones Education Centre was absolutely packed for the event. During his speech, GV Health CEO Matt Sharp noted that this was by far the biggest NAIDOC Week turnout he had ever witnessed, with construction workers, GV Health staff, community leaders, Indigenous elders and members of the general public in attendance for an entertaining and educational series of speeches and performances.

Aboriginal elder Lance James commenced proceedings with an official welcome to country, acknowledging elders past, present and emerging. Elder James took a moment to acknowledge the Cummeragunja walk-off, a protest that occurred in February 1939.

The Cummeragunja Mission was mostly home to Yorta Yorta people who had been relocated in the late 19th century. On February 4, 1939, when Jack Patten was arrested and removed from the mission for trying to address the local people, 210 residents of the mission walked out and crossed the Murray River, leaving the state of New South Wales. The walk-off has been described as the first-ever mass strike of Aboriginal people in Australia.

Elder James said, “Those 210 people walked off Cummeragunja 80 years ago due to the brutality handed down by the government. Today, that figure of 210 people is now beyond 2000. There are many in this room who have strong connections to those 210 people.”

Following elder James’ speech, Greg James spoke to the audience about the origins of NAIDOC Week.

“NAIDOC Week is a great opportunity for everyone in the community to recognise the history and cultural achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. It’s a week that showcases Aboriginal art, dance, music, food and lifestyles.

“People need to understand that the foundations of political activism in Australia started here in our region with our mob, our culture, our family and our ancestors: the Yorta Yorta people.

“They created where we are today, because of their strength, wisdom, guts and fortitude, to stand up for the attitudes and laws that were thrown at the Aboriginal people in the 1920s and 1930s.”

The 2019 theme for NAIDOC Week is ‘Voice. Treaty. Truth.’ Regarding this theme, Mr James noted that the ‘Voice’ of Aboriginal people is critically important, especially given the history of aural storytelling in Aboriginal culture.

Regarding the second word ‘Treaty’, Mr James emphasised the need for a treaty agreement with traditional owners of the land, noting that Australia is the only country under the Geneva Convention that has not engaged in a treaty agreement.

“Lastly, it’s about truth-telling,” Mr James said. “This is key for our people. It’s an opportunity for us to set the record straight.

“I’ve been a long-term campaigner of changing the curriculum in schools to ensure that Aboriginal culture is taught from

early childhood, right through to higher education.

“Curriculum writers and educators need to sit down with Aboriginal people and work closely with elders and re-write the history because the history has been written by nonIndigenous people.

“It’s not about shame or blame or guilt; it’s about the truth. It’s about recognising what happened in the past and accepting it.

We as a country cannot move forward until we understand what actually happened in the past.

“It’s important for our children to understand that and it’s important for us as parents to teach them. Because Aboriginal history is Australia’s history; it’s everyone’s history.”

Guests were also treated to a series of exc el le nt d a n c e s by t he K a iel a Dhungala Butja Malnigan Dancers and an entertaining, interactive didgeridoo performance by Graham Briggs.

The NAIDOC event at GV Health was also an opportunity for the hospital to officially launch its Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural response plan and to announce an exciting, whopping $25,000 donation from Goulburn Valley Health Foundation to go toward updating GV Health’s Minya Barmah room.

The Minya Barmah space will be where Aboriginal liaison officers for the hospital will be situated, as well as offering all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people a safe space to relax and have a comfortable chat over a cuppa.

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Local dentist nominated as Young Professional of the Year W EEK six nominations for the 2019 White King – Pental 95.3 Triple M Business Awards have been received and six businesses have b e en na med as being outstanding in their nominated category.

Goulburn Valley Health Medical I maging office supervisor, Lisa Hooper has received a nomination under the Customer Service of the Year – Professional category; Nixon Podiatry Sponsored by has been nominated for the Business Award – Professional category; Shepparton Farmers’ Market has been nominated for the Visitor Experience of the Year – Attractions & Festivals category; ClayStone Marketing director, Mervyn Fernando has been nominated for the Entrepreneur of the Year category; Darryl Twitt Motors second year automotive apprentice, Ashley Burgess Miller has received a nomination for the Apprentice/Trainee of the Year category; and National Dental Care lead dentist, Jason Bishop has been nominated for the Young Professional of the Year category.

All nominees will have the opportunity to attend the Gala Dinner and Awards Evening, with nominations for the business awards closing on Friday, September

13.

T he com mu n it y w i l l have until this time to nom i n at e t h e r e g io n’s busi nesses u nder 13 categories, which include GV Healthy Workplace, Yo u n g P r o f e s s i o n a l Under 30 Years, Visitor Experience of the Year (wh ich i ncor porate s t h re e sub - c ate gor ie s – To u r i s m H o s p i t a l i t y, Accommodation and Attractions and Festivals), in Shepparton Customer Service Award (which incorporates three sub-categories – Professional Services, Retail Services and Trade Services), Best New Business Under Two Years, Best Marketing/Advertising Campaign, Entrepreneur of the Year, Apprenticeship/ Trainee of the Year, the Business Award (which incorporates three sub-categories – Professional Service of the Year, Trade Service of the Year and Retailer of the Year), and of course, the illustrious Hall of Fame Award.

All businesses within the Greater Shepparton City Council boundary are eligible to be nominated for an award with each category’s individual set of criteria available on the Shepparton Chamber of Commerce and Industry website.

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APPRENTICE/TRAINEE OF THE YEAR… From left, White King – Pental production supervisor, Mark Sloper, Darryl Twitt Motors second year automotive apprentice, Ashley Burgess Miller and GOTAFE automotive teacher, Joe Rachele.

Photos: Katelyn Morse.

BUSINESS AWARD/PROFESSIONAL… From left, White King – Pental team leader A/S, Andrew Humphries, Nixon Podiatry owner, Sally Howes and WIN TV advertising sales assistant, Maddison Forte.

CUSTOMER SERVICE OF THE YEAR/PROFESSIONAL… From left, White King – Pental production supervisor, Mark Sloper, Goulburn Valley Health Medical Imaging office supervisor, Lisa Hooper, customer service officer, Bronwyn Sartori and WDEA Works employment consultant, Mary Latorre.

ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR… From left, White King – Pental team leader A/S, Andrew Humphries, ClayStone Marketing director, Mervyn Fernando and Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry Northern Victoria regional manager, Edwina Dooley.

VISITOR EXPERIENCE OF THE YEAR/ATTRACTIONS & FESTIVALS… From left, White King – Pental production supervisor, Mark Sloper, Shepparton Farmers’ Market coordinator, Vittoria Meola and Greater Shepparton City Council manager economic development, Anthony Nicolaci.

YOUNG PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR… From left, White King – Pental team leader A/S, Andrew Humphries, National Dental Care Shepparton lead dentist, Jason Bishop and La Trobe University lecturer, Phuc Nguyen.

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Health amalgamation complete and new board appointed IN January, it was announced that the health services of Nathalia, Cobram and Numurkah (NCN) would join services with the aim to improve health access to care for local communities across the region..

Last week, the new NCN Health board, appointed by the Minister of Health, met to officially welcome the voluntary amalgamation of Nathalia, Cobram and Numurkah health services. Effective July 1, NCN Health now operates under a combined management and governance structure.

NCN Health CEO, Jacque Phillips said, “We welcome the new board and look forward to working closely together to enhance local health care for the community.

“The new board brings together a strong and diverse team of highly skilled, experienced, local and community-oriented leaders who are passionate about the region and committed to high quality health care for local people.

“We are delighted that there are 12 members sitting on the new board, including local representatives from the previous

COMBINED SERVICES… From left (back), NCN Health CEO, Jacque Phillips and board directors, Suni Campbell, Kate Hodge, Nathan Morris, Pat West, Jennifer Gould, Mewan Dissanayake and Chris McCallum.

(Front), board directors, Melissa Nicholl and Kade Beasley, board director (deputy chair), Susan Logie and board director (chair), Dale Brooks. (Absent), board director, Andrew Lelliott. Photo: Supplied.

Nathalia, Cobram and Numurkah boards, plus one new member.”

Newly appointed board directors include, Dale Brooks (chair), Susan Logie (vice chair), Patricia West, Melissa Nicoll, Nathan Morris, Chris McCallum, Kade Beasley, Mewan Dissanayake, Andrew Lelliott, Kate Hodge, Jennifer Gould and Suni Campbell.

The proposal for voluntary amalgamation was approved by the Minister for Health and the Department of Health and Human Services last week, and was also unanimously supported by the three previous boards following extensive community and staff consultation, due diligence assessment, and careful consideration of the benefits and issues – with a focus on improving access to care for local communities.

More information on the amalgamation can be found at www.ncnhealthservices.org.au

A forum for children’s health and wellbeing STRATHBOGIE Shire Council encourages the local community to attend a Children’s Health and Wellbeing forum in Euroa on Wednesday, July 24, from 5 to 8pm.

The forum is being conducted by local representatives and health promotion workers in the area to inform an action plan for future health and wellbeing services in Victoria as part of Deakin University’s RESPOND project. RESPOND is a community led approach to address children’s health and wellbeing in the Ovens, Murray, and Goulburn regions. They received $4.1 million in funding through a grant from the National Health and Medical

Research Council, who work to build a healthier future for all Australians through research funding and health guidelines.

Strathbogie Shire Mayor, Cr Amanda McClaren said, “We know our community is passionate about health and physical activity and this forum is a great opportunity to provide input into future planning for the health of our children.”

The forum will be held at the Euroa Football Club Rooms at 1 Dunn St, with free dinner provided. To register to attend, please contact Izzy on 5823 3231 or register at www.eventbrite/euroas-children-health

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Changeover celebrations welcome new Rotary president THE Rotary Club of Tatura has welcomed its 58th president for Tatura Rotary, Bill Purcell at the club’s biggest annual celebration last Saturday evening, the changeover dinner.

The Tatura Rotary Club was founded by in 1962 and Trevor La Peyre was the club’s first president. Interestingly, it was Trevor’s son Jan La Peyre who inducted Bill into Rotary 36 years ago.

Bill’s vision for next year will be to increase the social aspects of the club, with an emphasis on stronger co-operation between the other clubs within our district.

“We’ve got a lot of big projects on and white ribbon day and mental health are the main focus for us. Our support for the local community will continue and I’ve received a lot of support from the club, which is tremendous,” Bill said.

“One of my personal goals this year is to try and get more young people into Rotary.

It’s such a great worldwide organisation and even though our membership sits at around 25-35, we need to continue to make the changes that make the club more accessible for younger people. This is why a lot of

EMBRACING CHANGE… The Rotary Club of Tatura has welcomed its 58th president, Bill Purcell during a changeover dinner event recently.

Photo: Supplied.

the older traditions are becoming more relaxed.”

The emphasis for Bill is for Tatura Rotary

to embrace change and to continue to be involved in the amazing worldwide projects that epitomise Rotary.

Applications for seniors grants now open ORGANISATIONS within the Campaspe Shire who support older residents can now apply for this year’s seniors grants. The Seniors Grants Program provides donations of up to $1,000 to incorporated organisations within Campaspe Shire to deliver programs or events aimed at increasing health, wellbeing and social connectedness of older citizens.

Campaspe Shire Mayor, Cr Adrian Weston said, “We are committed to increasing the connectivity and wellbeing of our older citizens and the Seniors Grants Program is a way of achieving this.”

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“With a quarter of Campaspe’s population being over 60 years of age, council recognises the importance of supporting community groups offering opportunities for seniors via the program.”

Applications are open now, and close on Friday, August 9.

Successful applicants are expected to be notified by the end of August in preparation for Seniors Week in October.

Application forms are available online at www.campaspe. vic.gov.au and for further information call 5481 2200 or email j.ibbeson@campaspe.vic.gov.au

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SKY’S THE LIMIT… Indoor play centre Rebound (formerly iPlay) will be celebrating their third birthday this week with an exciting rebrand and activity event this Friday. Photo: Supplied.

Jump down for exciting rebrand event KEEP the kids entertained while you relax and enjoy the quality coffee and delicious food out at Rebound indoor play centre (formerly iPlay).

Celebrating their first birthday with an exciting rebranding, Rebound is now open and will host an official launch event this Friday, July 19. The day promises to be huge, with giveaways, Enchanted Rainbow face painting, games, competitions, arts and crafts, and much more.

Rebound is an indoor play centre that caters for kids of all ages, with play spaces for infants, children and teens. Jump down and check out their enormous range of trampolines and play equipment.

With plenty of free parking available, Rebound is convenient and comfortable space that allows parents to sit, relax, chat and read while their children play nearby.

Rebound also has a great café with a qualified chef who can whip up a delicious hot or cold meal for you and the kids. You can even

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ring ahead and order a takeaway coffee or food to go and be sure to try out one of their delicious cakes. They can work to all dietary requirements and even offer catering for private functions, with plans to introduce tapas, dinners and licencing, in the future.

Rebound is not just for kids and their comfortable café area allows plenty of space to stretch out and chat amongst friends. With their delicious food and spectacular coffee, consider Rebound for your next lunch out with friends or coffee catch-up.

They also have a catering options available and party rooms available, making Rebound an ideal location for your next children’s party. There is plenty of flexibility and Jo and the friendly staff are willing to work with you to make your party one to remember!

So bounce over to Rebound today and check out their exciting launch. Rebound is located at 7959 Goulburn Valley Highway, Shepparton (across from Amart). For more information, give them a call on 4800 5656.

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GMCU celebrates International Day of Cooperatives GMCU has welcomed the theme for 2019’s United Nations I nternational Day of Cooperatives, ‘COOPS 4 Decent Work’.

The theme for 2019 recognises how cooperatives create a decent working environment for their employees and contribute to better working standards for the communities they serve.

GMCU is one of Australia’s 72 customerowned banking institutions that use 100 percent of profits to benefit customers through better products, access and service.

Reflecting on the International Day of C oop erat ive s , G MC U C EO Mel is sa Ralph commented, “GMCU is proud to be a part of a movement that supports local employment outcomes in regional communities.

“Part of being a customer-owned banking institution is being part of our community.

One of the strengths of the customer-owned model is that we employ local people and give back to local communities.

“GMCU is proud of the role that we play as a local employer. GMCU employs 62

people serving more than 20,000 customers and members via ten branches across our region.”

Accord i ng to t he Un ited Nations , the International Day of Cooperatives is an annual celebration of the cooperative movement that has taken place on the first Saturday of July since 1923.

For more information about Australia’s customer-owned banking institutions visit www.customerownedbanking.asn.au To learn more about the local banking difference, drop in and meet the local team at any of GMCU’s branches in Shepparton, Mooroopna, Echuca, Kyabram, Numurkah, B ena l la , Violet Tow n , K i l more a nd Seymour, or give them a call on 5821 9033.

FRIENDLY LOCAL FACES… From left, GMCU Shepparton member services officer, Maddison Schultz, fraud officer, Jennifer Wilson, finance assistant, Jisha Joy and IT officer, Patrick Browne. Photo: Katelyn Morse.

End of an era

TATURA residents have bid farewell to a local icon, with the local Foodworks supermarket announcing that it is now closed permanently.

Last Friday, stunned residents arrived at the Hogan Street supermarket to find a note on the door from the King Family announcing that the beloved store will be closing its doors for good.

In their note, the King Family said, “Unfortunately, we

have taken the difficult decision to wind up our company today, July 12.

“It is our hope as a family that we can find a purchaser for the supermarket and Liquorworks who will be

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privileged to work with the town of Tatura, our team, landlords and customers.

“Thank you all so very much for your support, custom and friendship over the past 36 years.”

The town of Tatura may never be the same, with many throughout the region reminiscing over fond memories in the local supermarket. To the King family, we wish you all the best.

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Smiles all round THERE have been smiles aplenty at Maude Street Dental with the recent exciting news that Dr Sath Sivaananthan has returned to the practice after a short time away.

Having worked at Maude Street Dental for over four years, Dr Sath Sivaananthan, has learned a lot in his time at the practice and is excited to be back.

“M aude St reet Dental provide exceptional dental care for the Goulburn Valley and have been doing so since 1952.

We have clients who are fourth and fifth generations still coming through the doors which shows just how great the team here is.”

The highly-qualified team at Maude Street Dental provide the best in family dental care, and specialise in orthodontic and cosmetic dentistry such as veneers, implants, and much more. They also pride themselves in keeping up to date with the latest in modern dentistry trends to keep all their clients smiling.

To book a check up with one of the team at Maude Street Dental, visit the practice at 86 Maude Street, Shepparton, or call (03) 5821 3544.

ANOTHER REASON TO SMILE… From left, Maude Street Dental dentists Dr Chris Bell, Dr Jyoti, practice manager Robyn Battista and dentist, Dr Sivaananthan. Photo: Katelyn Morse.

A big plus for fitness NOW under new management, Plus Fitness Shepparton has so much to offer both new and existing members.

Originally from the Goulburn Valley, Jamie Logue has spent most of his adult years in Melbourne and London working in personal training and management but has now decided to call Shepparton his home again.

With over 13 years of personal training experience, Jamie is looking to take Plus Fitness Shepparton to the next level for his members with new equipment, first class service and great programs.

Jamie Logue said, “We’re located in a great area here and being 24/7 means you can come any day at any time. We offer no lock in contracts and free programs during staff hours, so there’s really something for everyone!”

UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT… Plus Fitness Shepparton’s owner, Jamie Logue, looking to take the gym to the next level. Photo: Katelyn Morse.

Pop into Plus Fitness Shepparton and talk with the team about your personal fitness needs. Find them at Riverside Plaza (next to

Kialla Medical Centre), Shepparton or call (03) 5823 1188.

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Handcrafted jewellery to last a lifetime THESE days, there are very few companies in Australia that can say they are owned and run by professional jewellers and engravers.

Both Jacek and Bozena at JB Jewellers have a lifetime of knowledge as goldsmiths and craftsman, with skills to create a beautiful piece using all types of precious metals and jewels. It took them years to study under the guidance of well-qualified masters. They are still tirelessly gathering a multitude of skills and never stop learning.

Jacek handcrafts pieces to compliment the individual, making each piece unique and beautiful in it’s own way. As a qualified gemmologist, diamond grader and registered valuer, Jacek is able to advise you in choosing the perfect stone for your style and budget.

Bozena specialises in restoring antique

jewellery, remodelling, engraving and general repairs.

JB Jewellers love to be apart of the most precious moments in life. From births, engagements, weddings and anniversaries; each masterpiece is created with love, precision and quality, knowing it’s needed to last a lifetime.

For a beautiful range of handcrafted jewellery, valuations and personalised creations you are invited to see the dedicated JB Jeweller’s team at 265 Maude St, Shepparton or call 5831 1611.

TALENTED LOCAL JEWELLERS… JB Jewellers business owners, Bozena and Jacek are fully qualified and trained to help craft a masterpiece marking the most precious moments in life. Photo: Katelyn Morse.

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New pensioner discount day at supermarket START SAVING AT FAIRLEYS… From left, Fairleys SUPA IGA store manager, Craig Bramley, customer, Les Bracher and Fairleys SUPA IGA front end supervisor, Leanne Florence.

Photo: Katelyn Morse.

SOM E big cha nges a re head i ng to Shepparton’s Fairleys SUPA IGA as they announce that they will be expanding their existing senior’s discount program to include customers that are pensioner concession cardholders.

Starting from August 14, the new senior’s and pensioner’s discount day will be held each week on a Wednesday rather than Tuesday.

However, to make it easier for customers to transition to the new day, Fairleys will be offering the discount on both Tuesdays and Wednesdays from July 16 to August 14.

Fairley’s SUPA IGA managing director,

Michael Lorenz, said “The community of Shepparton have supported me since I purchased the store back in 2012 so when it’s time to help make a difference to those who need a bit of extra help, we’re more than happy to do it.”

To obtain the five percent discount, simply shop at Shepparton’s Fairleys SUPA IGA on a Tuesday or Wednesday and present either your valid and current seniors card or pensioner concession card at the checkout.

Terms and conditions apply, head in store at 177-193 Numurkah Rd, Shepparton for more details.

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This week we were sent this photo by Jennifer Lewin of a rainbow in her front garden in Pine Lodge.

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Horticulture exports grow to rival Australian lamb and dairy AS Australia’s horticulture sector continues to go from strength to strength, horticulture exports have grown to $3.2 billion rivalling lamb and mutton ($3.6 billion) and dairy ($3.5 billion) according to the ‘In Focus: Horticulture’ report released by NAB. At NAB Agribusiness in Shepparton, managing partner Dave Davies says this trend is great news for the Goulburn Valley.

Agribusiness is our region’s second largest employer, it generates $600 million in farm gate value and locally we estimate one in three job directly connected to the food production, manufacturing and distribution sector.

“We’re seeing a significant impact in certain horticulture industries as a result of the China-Australia free trade agreement reached in 2015. Citrus exports have doubled in the past four years and the

agreement is likely to drive the market even further forward.

“This region dominates in apple, pear and stone fruit production and the outlook for fruit and vegetables is strong. At NAB, we’re focused on helping the sector navigate this opportunity.

“Recent Banking Code of Practice changes also came into effect from 1st July with security for borrowers and guarantors being improved and also services to vulnerable clients,” Mr Davies said.

“With the NAB, we aim to be integral with the community. We give each of our 55 employees two paid volunteer days to use in any aspect of community service.”

If you would like to know more, get in contact with NAB Shepparton by visiting their offices at 381 Wyndham Street Shepparton, or by phoning 13 22 55.

INTEGRAL TO THE COMMUNITY… NAB Agribusiness Shepparton managing partner, Dave Davies says horticulture export trends are great news for the Goulburn Valley. Photo: Katelyn Morse.

No more water can be removed from the region continued from front page MORE locally, the issues of water are really stacking up. The original MDBP took a lot of water from the region and now the downstream buybacks are making it hard for local farmers, particularly within the dairy industry, to continue to purchase water at the same rate.

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Committee for Greater Shepparton CEO, Sam Birrell says no more irrigation water can be taken from the region and the MDBP should be reassessed throughout its process.

“There has been a huge amount of horticultural development downstream of the Goulburn Valley past the Barmah Choke. They require water and such is the margin on those commodities, they can afford to pay a lot for water - more than the dairy farmers in the region. So there’s less water being used in the Goulburn Murray district because of the plan, and there’s water being traded out of the area because of the demand in the Sunraysia and Riverland areas,” Mr Birrell said The Four Corners episode seemed to focus on whether major corporations building open and on-store storage dams should be allowed access to the funds as part of the On-Farm Efficiency Program. Mr Birrell believes that’s a legitimate debate to have.

“A lot of that money from the efficiency program went to great use, with several local farmers and businesses around the Goulburn Murray irrigation district upgrading their irrigation systems and making technological and efficiency advances, and that’s much more preferable. But in NSW, some corporate entities have taken advantage of the money to build huge on-farm storages. Is that an energy efficiency measure? I think that’s a legitimate question to be

asking.”

Mr Birrell says that from his perspective, the On-Farm Efficiency Program should have focused on water usage, instead of storage.

“Things like sub surface drip irrigation, the Israeli technology that’s available now, centre pivots and improved surface irrigation; these are all better ways of using water. If you can use 70 percent of water for the same production then that water can go back to the environment and the community doesn’t lose out,” he said.

However, Mr Birrell said that despite the successes of the programs, no more water could be removed from the region, even with the On-Farm Efficiency program.

“Our position is pretty simple: the basin plan has taken water away from the Goulburn Murray irrigation district and that’s given the region an economic hit. The rivers and environment did suffer during the millennium drought, so something needed to be done. But now, there can’t be any more water extracted from this region. The extra 450GL that’s been proposed to flow back to South Australia cannot go ahead. That would decimate the region.

“From an environmental perspective, the high flows required in the Goulburn River to get the water to Sunraysia and South Australia – whether it be to the lower lakes or irrigation – it’s causing a lot of damage along the banks of the river. So we’re seeing the worst of both worlds: water taken away and environmental degradation. I think the whole plan needs to be reviewed.”

The Four Corners episode argues that buybacks and open dam storages shouldn’t fall under the umbrella term of efficiency and therefore be eligible to receive that funding. Mr Birrell believes that’s obviously a serious debate we need to have and the entire plan needs a complete review.

“When water was removed from the Goulburn Murray District, On-Farm Efficiency Programs were much preferable to buybacks, as they allowed farmers to invest in water saving technology and keep production high. But the region can take no more irrigation water removal, through buyback or On-Farm Efficiency Programs, as the reduced supply would increase the water price and put many industries over a tipping point,” Mr Birrell said.

“In some industries, in some seasons, this has already happened.”

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Avoid the stress this tax time

DEDICATED TEAM TO HELP YOU THIS TAX TIME… From left, Tax Guru assistant accountants, Anshuka Bakshi and Rishima Mahajan, and senior accountant, Bhavik Padsala. Photo: Katelyn Morse.

OVER the last year we’ve seen some big changes with the Australian Tax Office (ATO) and it can be hard to know what we should be claiming. As Shepparton’s Tax Guru, Navneet Jyoti explains, there are a few things the ATO is focusing on this financial year.

“The first is to minimise and try to control the black economy, which is where businesses and employers pay their employees cash rather than on a payroll system.

“The ATO is also aware that shared economy is on the rise with services like Uber and AirBnB, and people providing these services often forget that they need to declare this income as well,” Navneet said.

“The ATO will also be focusing on the lifestyle assets that includes expensive cars and investment properties; making sure your lifestyle expenses match your income, and if they don’t then you have a higher chance of being audited.”

Navneet also mentioned that Single Touch Payroll (STP) is now in place. This is likely to change the way businesses communicate with the ATO regarding their obligations towards employees.

Navneet has expanded his business between Melbourne and Shepparton and his dedicated team have more resources than ever before. Find Tax Guru at 3/164 Welsford Street, Shepparton. Call 5822 1900 to book your appointment or visit www.taxguru.net. au for more information.

Time to give a scrap about the environment RESIDENTS of the Campaspe Shire are now able to put food scraps into their green bin along with their normal garden waste.

As of 1 July, food and garden waste is being delivered to Biomix in Stanhope, where it’s being composted for use on parks, gardens and farms.

Campaspe Shire Mayor, Cr Adrian Weston said, “This is an enormous win for our environment with more than 700 tonnes of food waste expected to be diverted from landfill every year.”

Those who currently have a green bin will have already received a food scrap caddy, which both cooked and raw food scraps can be disposed of in. This includes fruit and vegetable scraps, eggshells, seafood, meat, bones, dairy products, bread, cereal, pasta and rice.

R e sident s i n C a mpa sp e S h i re townships who do not have a green bin can order one online through Council’s website along with the choice of a free food scrap caddy. Alternatively, residents can call 1300 666 535.

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Powerful $10 million investment to brighten the region THE Wheeler Street depot currently employs 45 people, including field crews, engineers and planners. The new facilities at Doyles Road will support up to 25 percent increase in field resources in the future, with crews at the new depot supporting customers in Shepparton, Murchison, Dookie, Tatura, Mooroopna, Kyabram, Rushworth and the surrounding region.

Within the Greater Shepparton region alone, employees will operate and maintain 22,684 poles, 2,621km of powerlines and 4,304 distribution transformers, delivering power to more than 33,550 Powercor customers.

The Doyles Road depot will feature improved office facilities, storage areas for equipment and fleet, and will support the future expansion of the workforce as part of Powercor’s program to deliver safe, reliable and affordable electricity to customers.

Shepparton field leader, Trevor Laffy said the upgrade reinforced Powercor’s commitment to the region.

“It is because of our local depots that crews can manage and respond quickly to network faults and customer needs,” Mr Laffy said.

“The existing depot is over 50 years old – it was built in a different era to accommodate different equipment and trucks. The upgraded facility will allow us to better

EXPANSION… Artist impressions of the new $10 million Shepparton depot developed

by Powercor that will support regional services. Photo: Supplied.

accommodate the large, modern equipment and trucks our crews now use, and the specialist equipment necessary for maintaining electrical infrastructure.

“This all leads to greater standards of reliability of electricity supplies for customers.”

During the last five years, Powercor has made substantial investments in regional services: upgrading six depots

and adding three new depots; providing crews with better technology, allowing faster access necessary for an effective response; and improving fleet vehicles and resources. With these additional resources, Powercor has embarked on a major works program boosting network safety and capacity.

The new facility at Doyles Road is expected to be completed by mid-2020.

$10,000 grant to bring big acts to Nathalia NATHALIA’S creative scene has received a boost with thanks to a $10,980 grant to G.R.A.I.N Inc. through the Andrews Labor Government’s Small Regional Presenters program. G.R.A.I.N Inc. is a not-for-profit emerging rural arts centre with a history of exhibitions, performances and workshops.

They are one of 13 community groups across Victoria that has received support to bring exciting performances to their towns.

G.R.A.I.N Inc. will present three shows as part of the 2019 G.R.A.I.N Store program. Those will include the interactive children’s theatre performance ‘Loose Ends’

by Jens Altheimer, ‘The Kutcha Edwards Hour’ presented in collaboration with Moira Arts & Culture Inc. with support from local Yorta Yorta performer, Maddi Colville-Walker, and renowned Australian blues guitarist, Geoff Achison in concert, with a guitar workshop for local musicians

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Launched in 2016, the Small Regional Presenters Program enables regionallybased community groups, venues and organisations to at tract ar tists and performances to their com munities, supporting the costs of presenting shows.

ULTIMATE VEHICLE FOR PETROL HEADS… Rushworth local and new writer with The Adviser, Steve Hutcheson is babysitting this gorgeous black 2009 6.2L HSV Maloo. Photos: Steve Hutcheson.

Big boys toys

By Steve Hutcheson Sitting at the top of the heap when it comes to utes, the HSV Maloo is the ultimate vehicle for petrol heads and little old gentlemen farmers.

Local resident to Rushworth and new writer with The Adviser, Steve Hutcheson is currently babysitting a black 2009 6.2L Maloo while its owner looks for a car parking space in the back streets near his inner city home.

The Maloo has street cred. In 2006, renowned racing driver Mark Skaife took a 5.7 litre 350BHP V8 ute to reach a world record speed of 271.44 km/hr., slightly faster than the permitted 110 km/hr along the Hume Freeway. San Davis, a former Swinburne university colleague of Steve, also a mechanical

engineer, worked on the Guinness record vehicle at HSV as the chief engineer and was credited with holding the record during the trials until it was again cracked by Skaife the following day.

Steve said, “In bringing it back to the farm, I was tempted to see what it could do, but figure holding onto my licence was more important. All I get to do now is an occasional donut along the driveway while I wait for its owner to take control of it again.”

Steve’s son, a carpenter living in Melbourne also drives a Holden ute and when he comes for a visit, likes to take the covers off and sit in the driver’s seat and dream. Dad hides the keys.

For the moment, the Maloo lives under a car cover and is occasionally brought out for a battery charging run up and down his driveway and less frequently, for a wash.

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LETTERS

EVENTS, ENTERTAINMENT & OPINION

Letters to the Editor

CONCERNS OVER LOCAL FUTURE WITH THE SUPER SCHOOL Dear editor, I write to you as a mother, grandmother and great grandmother in anguish at the turmoil in my family as a direct result of the super school.

I have eight grandchildren currently in secondary school, three at Wanganui High School, two at Shepparton High School and three at Mooroopna High School, with more still to come up from primary school.

Not one of my grandchildren wants to attend the super school. They want to attend the school they chose themselves.

The school they can walk to and from home to. The school their siblings are at. The school that provides them security, familiarity and continuity. The government are stripping my grandkids of their choice, their confidence and their independence. What right do they have!

We moved here from Queensland 11 years ago and have made Shepparton our home. My kids have had their own kids here

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.

and we as a family have made out own story. My family now all want to move out of the area because of the anxiety and stress caused by the planned super school.

No one believes the super school will be completed by 2022 meaning students will be attending split campuses for longer than has been indicated.

The planned super school needs to be stopped and out children and grandchildren given their choice back.

Yours sincerely, Dot Lammon, Shepparton.

NEW REGIONAL HUB AND INTEGRATED SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL Dear editor, As already stated, the site of Shepparton High School is quite unsuitable for expansion. The plans need to stop and change direction now!

A new large area should be acquired by the state government

COMMUNITY CONNECT UPCOMING SENIOR CITIZENS CONCERT The monthly concert will be held on Thursday, July 25 from 1:30pm – 3:15pm at the Senior Citizens Centre, Welsford Street. Guest artists are guitarists and singers, Jimbo and Paul. Entry $5 includes afternoon tea and everyone is welcome. To book, phone 5821 4921 or 5821 9580.

TATURA SENIOR CITIZENS The new committee for the Tatura Senior Citizens was welcomed at their AGM last week, including Veronica Dowell (president), Kaye Butler (vice president), Bob Kohlman (secretary) and Wilma Liersch (treasurer). On Friday 26th, the Tatura

on the eastern outskirts of Shepparton, or a part of the old Radio Australia site at the end of Verney Road, for a new school.

Suzanna Sheed MP and Wendy Lovell MP: please promptly inform the Minister of Education of the long-term disaster ahead unless a new integrated senior secondary school is built instead on a new large site. Students should not be moved until it has been completed.

The school needs a series of consultation papers listing new curriculums, including onsite technical skill equipment and associated career pathways linking to Shepparton GOTAFE and La Trobe University to be provided first. WIFM (what’s in it for me) on why it suits our unique Goulburn Valley area’s future direction needs to pass stringent tests first.

It is not too late to do all of this. Stop and change the site immediately!

Yours sincerely, Marshall Richards, Shepparton.

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.

Senior Citizens will have their bus trip to Bright and Beechworth. It is a free trip for members and visitors of seniors age are welcome at a cost of $5 per head (meals and other purchases at your expense). For more information, call Bob Kohlman on 5825 5150.

BACK-TO KARRAMOMUS NORTH STATE SCHOOL On Sunday, August 25, there is a “back-to” event being held at the Karramomus Hall and Recreation Reserve for teachers, friends, relatives, and pupils involved with Karramomus North State School No. 2055. Registration 11am, memorial plaque unveiled at 2pm. Barbecue luncheon available. Please send or bring along any

memorabilia to share. RSVP Gayle & Brian Seach on 5827 1246 or 0428 597 345, email brylepark@ skymesh.com.au karramomusschool2019@ outlook.com JUNE NEWMAN LIVE IN CONCERT At 1:30pm on Wednesday, July 24, June Newman will be performing live at Eureka Gardens Community Room. June has had an extensive career of singing for over 30 years and has done everything from television variety shows, acting and performing overseas. She specialises in covering music from the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s.

Entry by gold coin donation.

H E R I TAG E A N D H I S T O RY O F STRATHBOGIE At 1:30pm on Sunday, August 18, The Strathbogie Tableland History Group is hosting a historical discovery day at the Strathbogie Memorial Hall, Main Street, Strathbogie. Join them in discovering the heritage and history of the region through good company, good memories, historical images and documents.

Archival digital scanners will be running on the day to capture and preserve – so please bring along precious images and documentation.

Afternoon tea provided. RSVP by August 10 by

emailing strathbogiehistory@gmail.com calling 0438 005 622.

ONGOING THE MERRIGUM MUSEUM Located at 111113 Waverly Avenue, Merrigum, The Merrigum Museum will be opened on the last Friday of every month from 1pm until 3pm or by appointment.

Admission for viewing is $2 per person. Group tours are most welcome and will include morning tea and afternoon tea at a cost of $7 per person (bookings essential!) Meetings for The Merrigum Museum are held on the second Wednesday of every month at 7:30pm. For further details, call the museum secretary on 5855 2330.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR YOUNG CARER MENTOR PROGRAM Have you got some spare time? Are you a good listener? Would you like to help a young person continue with their schooling? Not-profit organisation, Villa Maria Catholic Homes has young carers in the Shepparton area who desperately need support from a volunteer adult to help them cope with their day-to-day responsibilities. Contact Marion Rak on (03)5722 9046.

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NO WINNER ROUND 17 JACKPOT $125 Football Followers have the chance to WIN BIG during the 2019 AFL football season with Viatek/The Adviser Football Tipping Competition.

Each week there will be a prize of $25 to be spent at selected supporting businesses.

All you have to do is place a tick against the football team that you think will win each game. Be careful with your selections as only correct entries will go into the draw for the weekly $25 voucher.

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

Entries will only be accepted at the office, 219-225 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, no later than 5pm on each Friday during 2019, unless stated otherwise due to early matches being played.

Entries must be on original forms – no faxes or photocopies will be accepted and only one entry per household is permitted. The judge’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

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GVL Seniors Results Round 13 Wednesday 17th July, 2019 Goulburn Valley League

Football with Matthew Chilcott

Getting to know all Mansfield Footba Club co ch

Andrew Browne

Benalla (87).......................def...........Shepp Swans (35) Shepp United (55)...........def......................... Tatura (54) Echuca (101)......................def.................... Seymour (61) Kyabram (135)..................def.............. Shepparton (28) Euroa (87)..........................def................. Rochester (60) Mansfield (70)..................def............... Mooroopna (49)

GVL Seniors 2019 Ladder Kyabram...............................................52 (279.59) Echuca..................................................48 (183.86) Seymour................................................ 30 (96.88) Tatura...................................................28 (116.55) Benalla.................................................28 (107.93) Shepparton..........................................28 (107.31) Rochester.............................................24 (101.31) Euroa....................................................20 (100.83) Mansfield............................................... 20 (96.73) Shepparton United................................ 20 (65.00) Shepparton Swans................................ 10 (54.08) Mooroopna.............................................. 4 (45.82)

GVFL & GVNL Round 14 Saturday, July 20 Shepp United...................vs...................... Shepparton Euroa...................................vs.......................... Mansfield Seymour............................vs............................... Benalla Shepp Swans...................vs....................... Mooroopna Tatura.................................vs................................ Echuca Kyabram............................vs......................... Rochester

Adviser Footy Tipsters WHAT CLUB DO YOU COACH FOR?

Mansfield Football Club WHEN DID YOU BECOME COACH?

2019 WHAT IS YOUR DATE AND PLACE OF BIRTH?

Born 7/7/1990 in Mansfield.

WHAT IS YOUR NICKNAME?

Brownie WHEN WAS YOUR FIRST SENIOR GAME?

My first game was for Mansfield in 2006 WHAT ARE YOUR FOOTBALL HONOURS (PLAYER AND COACH)?

I got to play a few AFL games for Richmond in 2009. Winning the best on ground and winning the grand final for Keilor in the Essendon District Football League.

WHAT IS YOUR OCCUPATION?

Structural engineer WHAT SCHOOLS DID YOU ATTEND?

Mansfield Secondary College and then studied

a Bachelor of Engineering at Swinburne University.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE FOOD?

Japanese Food.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE HOBBY?

Travel. I love to travel all over the place overseas.

But I even enjoy just camping on the weekends.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE HOLIDAY SPOT?

JAMIE SPENCER (60)

PAUL BROWN (55)

Shepparton Euroa Seymour Shepparton Swans Echuca Kyabram

Shepparton Mansfield Seymour Mooroopna Echuca Kyabram

PAUL TSORBARIS (62)

GARRY OSBORN (49)

Shepparton Euroa Seymour Shepparton Swan Echuca Kyabram

Shepparton United Euroa Benalla/Seymour (draw) Mooroopna Echuca Kyabram

GLENN IRVINE (58)

MATTHEW CHILCOTT (59)

I’d say the U.S.A. I’ve been there twice because I like a lot about it, especially the sports!

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE MOVIE?

Shutter Island WHO IS YOUR FAVOURITE SINGER/BAND/MUSICIAN?

Kayex – an electronic duo from Melbourne.

WHO HAS BEEN THE BIGGEST INFLUENCE ON YOUR CAREER?

Former Collingwood footballer, Mick McGuane, who was my coach at Keilor.

I also learned a lot about the modern game from Damien Hardwick, senior coach of Richmond Football Club.

Shepparton Euroa Seymour Shepparton Swans Echuca Kyabram

Shepparton United Euroa Seymour Shepparton Swans Echuca Kyabram

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Third birthday celebrated, with discounts!

W E’R E now practically right in the middle of the year - winter sports are well underway and the summer season is fast approaching.

With that in mind, now’s the best time to take advantage of mid year sales and get down to Intersport for their huge third birthday celebration to grab some bargains.

Starting this Friday and finishing on Sunday, Intersport will be offering a huge 20 percent discount off their entire range.

This includes literally everything in store - all winter fleece and tracksuits, kids clothing, backpacks, drink bottles, shoes, and much more.

Intersport Shepparton store manager,

Gar y Har vey sure knows his stuff, especially when it comes to football, and they have plenty of footwear in stock for all kinds of sport stars.

“Over the three days, we will be offering great discounts on our range of sports items, as well as our range of scooters that have just arrived in store.”

Intersport stocks all of the big brands in sports shoes, including ASICS, Nike, Adidas, New Balance, Puma, Russell, Champion, Converse and Sfido. Visit Intersport today at 16/69 High Street, Shepparton, call them on 5858 5695, or follow them @IntersportShepparton on Facebook.

BIG SAVINGS IN STORE… Head into Intersport this weekend and see store manager, Gary Harvey, for some great discounts. Photo: Ash Beks

Huge cultural milestone for local sport THERE was a huge celebration of culture and sports last week for the Hume Dhelk Dja Regional Action Group and the Apprenticeship Factory Kyabram District League’s (KDL) 2019 NAIDOC dinner.

The dinner event was also an opportunity to formally celebrate the launch of the K DL Indigenous round apparel. This huge milestone, eight years in the making, will guide approaches to instil Aboriginal culture and understanding throughout the league, affiliated clubs and surrounding communities.

Hume Dhelk Dja and the KDL have partnered through the Preventing the Cycle of Violence Aboriginal Fund to upscale the ‘Say No to Violence’ games, which take place during round six, and to also introduce an Indigenous round for the entire league – which will be taking place this year on July 27.

During the Indigenous round, all fifteen clubs in the KDL will be wearing the new sportswear. This includes seniors, reserves and thirds football teams, along with the A, B, C, under 17s and under 15s netball teams. All players will be wearing the specially designed apparel by artist Tom Day, Loco Sportswear and the Hume Dhelk Dja regional coordinator.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags

SHOWING OFF THEIR COLOURS… A representative from each club in the KDL modelling the new apparel for the upcoming Indigenous round. Photo: Supplied

will be painted on the Undera and Stanhope football ovals for the round and during the Undera vs Longwood match, there will be dancers and a traditional smoking ceremony prior to the senior’s game.

During the special NAIDOC dinner and apparel launch last week, attendees were treated to a traditional opening on the catwalk, followed by all club representatives modelling their apparel.

The apparel designs for the special Indigenous round can be viewed on the KDL Facebook page @KDLeague, along with a live stream of the entire parade/ launch.

Celebrating 40 years LAST Saturday the Shepparton Runners Club (SRC) celebrated their 40th birthday with a gala night at the Shepparton Golf Club.

The night was celebrated without running shoes or sporting apparel, but with suits, dresses and cocktails, some opting for water with a long run planned for Sunday morning.

Guest speaker, Steve Moneghetti attended with an insightful talk about his experiences in life and sporting career which left many listeners inspired. He also had a meet and greet with the younger members of the club.

Also on the night, there was a silent auction put on by #voiceforkids with all money raised going to GV CASA, with items donated by local businesses.

Organiser Melanie McAuliffe said “Thank you to all of the fabulous people who attended the night. It was wonderful to sit back and look at all the smiling faces of those who attended, especially the original members who had a lot of great stories to share”.

INSPIRING ATHLETE… Steve Moneghetti was a guest speaker at the Shepparton Runners Club 40th Gala Night.

Photo: AJ Taylor Photos.

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Kicking it back to the beginnings THE game of soccer has been around for centuries, dating back to well before we had rules or a leather ball.

The first known examples of a team game involving a ball, which was made out of a rock, occurred in old Mesoamerican cultures over 3,000 years ago.

According to sources, the ball would symbolize the sun and the captain of the losing team would be sacrificed to the gods. Thankfully, we’ve since moved on to a more structured game, a leather ball (and no sacrifices to the gods), which had its beginnings in England in the 19th century.

The first known ball game, which also involved kicking, took place in China in the second and third century BC under the name Cuju. Cuju was played with a round ball on an area of a square. It later spread to Japan and was practiced under ceremonial forms.

Back to Australian shores, the game of soccer began in the 19th century, brought over by British immigrants. The first club formed in the country, Wanderers, was founded in 1880 in Sydney. Currently, the oldest club in Australia is the Balgownie Rangers, formed in 1883 in Wollongong and still going strong to this day.

Locally, the Shepparton Soccer Club will be celebrating 60 years this year, while Shepparton South Soccer Club began in 1971.

We thank Lost Shepparton and Shepparton Heritage Centre for kicking goals and supplying a look into Greater Shepparton’s soccer past. For more great snapshots of the region’s history, visit Lost Shepparton’s Facebook page.

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